100. A Hundred Conversations Later: On Friendship, Motherhood, and Finding What Works with Megan Leonard

For our 100th episode, Ashley sits down (in person!) with longtime friend and poet Megan (Meg) Leonard to talk about the beginnings of AND/BOTH, the early days of motherhood, and the stubborn, beautiful work of staying true to yourself when life keeps changing. From stroller walks and kindergarten drop-offs to building creative work in the cracks of a very full life, this episode is a love letter to friendship, identity, and choosing what actually works for you.In the first part of this conversation we cover:Finding your people in the lonely early seasons of motherhoodBuilding a creative life alongside caregiving and paid workThe tiny windows of time that move big projects forward“Ghost in a meat suit on a space rock” energy—picking what mattersWhy one good friend can be more than enoughConnect with Megan:Megan Leonard, poet & writing mentorInstagram: @megan_leonardpoetryBooks: Book of Lullabies (Milk & Cake Press) and Larkspur Queen (Broadstone Books)1:1 Writing Mentorship: DM Meg on Instagram; mention AND/BOTH for her 2025 pricing if you book your intake before Dec 31Connect with Ashley:Website: https://www.ashleyblackington.comPodcast website: https://www.andbothpodcast.com/Dovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-app/id6744341822Instagram: @mydovetail.appLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/