The Best For Your Nest: Owl Roofing Podcast

About The Best For Your Nest: Owl Roofing Podcast

2 working moms tell it how it is. Interviewing people in the Northeast Twin Cities about motherhood, family, career and making an impact in the community.

Publisher

Bea Bonte & Anya Bergland

Category

business · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Mar 2026

Latest episode

14 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2026

   She Quit Corporate Life and Bet on Real Estate | Claire Johnston

   What happens when one old house turns into an entirely new career? In this episode of Best for Your Nest, Bea and Anya sit down with Claire Johnston to talk about the journey that took her from a corporate career to real estate, rental properties, renovations, and life as a new mom. Claire’s story started with a 1918 Craftsman bungalow that became her first rental property. With no traditional construction background, she learned by doing — researching, watching tutorials, asking questions, and gradually building the confidence to take on renovation projects herself. At the time, Claire was working as a project manager at 3M, but her interest in homes continued to grow. She eventually earned her real estate license, built a strong pipeline of clients, and made the leap from corporate life into real estate full time. Throughout the conversation, Claire shares what she has learned from owning and managing rental properties, working with older homes, helping buyers see potential in fixer-uppers, and navigating the competitive Twin Cities housing market. The conversation also dives into some of the questions homeowners and buyers often have: When is a fixer-upper actually worth it? Are foundation problems always a dealbreaker? Which renovations offer the best return? And how much should you really invest into a home before you risk spending more than you’ll get back? Claire explains why the answer often depends on the neighborhood, the condition of the property, and the buyer’s comfort level. She also shares an important reminder for homeowners: sometimes maintaining a property well can matter just as much as completing a dramatic renovation. She specifically discusses why kitchens and bathrooms can help sell homes, while also pointing out that major renovations can become expensive very quickly. Beyond real estate, this episode gets personal. Claire opens up about meeting her husband, building a life together, becoming a mom, taking maternity leave, and gradually returning to work while adjusting to an entirely new routine. She shares the reality of balancing ambition, family, clients, and a new baby — and why there is no single “right” way to navigate motherhood and a career. Her biggest reminder for new moms is simple: figure out what works for you rather than measuring your experience against someone else’s. From 100-year-old homes and rental properties to career changes, motherhood, marriage, renovations, and real estate investing, this conversation is about much more than houses. It’s about taking chances, learning as you go, and building a life that evolves with you. If you love conversations about real estate, home renovation, investment properties, fixer-uppers, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and life in the Twin Cities, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Best for Your Nest for more conversations with local leaders, business owners, creators, and people making an impact in their communities. #BestForYourNest #ClaireJohnston #RealEstate #HomeRenovation #FixerUpper #RentalProperty #RealEstateInvesting #TwinCitiesRealEstate #MinneapolisRealEstate #OldHomes #Motherhood #WomenInRealEstate

2. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Blended Families, Grief & Building a Beautiful Life with Cori Thompson

   What does it really take to build a beautiful life after loss, change, and starting over? In this episode of Best For Your Nest, Bea and Anya sit down with Cori Thompson for an honest conversation about family, grief, marriage, motherhood, generosity, faith, and what it means to create beauty in every season of life. Cori shares how her love of flowers began with memories of her grandfather and eventually grew into a passion for gardening, roses, tulips, and creating spaces that bring joy to the people around her. But her story goes much deeper than the garden. After losing her first husband to suicide, Cori suddenly found herself raising two young children on her own. She opens up about navigating that incredibly difficult season, the unexpected people and communities that supported her, and how her life eventually led her to love again and build a new family. Today, Cori and her husband have a family of seven children, bringing together biological children and stepchildren. She shares a refreshingly honest perspective on blended families — including why she believes the idea of “blending” can sometimes create unrealistic expectations. The conversation explores the difference between being loved, liked, and accepted as a stepparent, the challenges of speaking uncomfortable truths within a family, and how relationships can grow when people let go of the pressure to make everything feel perfectly equal. Cori also talks about the role generosity plays in her marriage and family. For her, generosity isn’t just about money — it can be time, attention, hospitality, energy, or simply showing up for the people you love. She shares how her husband’s way of living inspired her own intention to cultivate beauty and appreciate the joy that is already present in everyday life. In this episode, they talk about: • Building and navigating a blended family • The realities of being a stepmother • Losing a spouse and becoming a single mother • Finding love again • Raising seven children together • Faith and family values • Gardening, roses, tulips, and creating beauty at home • Generosity beyond money • Learning to speak uncomfortable truths • Marriage, support, and feeling cared for • Their life and vacation properties in Costa Rica • Letting go of the need to be liked • Finding meaning in difficult seasons of life One of the most powerful moments comes when Cori reflects on what she wishes her husband could truly understand: what it feels like to finally be cared for after carrying so much on her own. It’s a conversation about resilience, family, love, and the small choices that can make life feel fuller, more meaningful, and more beautiful. Guest: Cori Thompson Podcast: Best For Your Nest with Bea & Anya #BestForYourNest #CoriThompson #BlendedFamily #Stepmom #Motherhood #Marriage #Family #Grief #Healing #PersonalGrowth #Generosity #Gardening #Faith #Minnesota #TwinCities

3. 

   21 Sept 2026

   What Really Happens When a Marriage Ends? with Colleen Case

   In this episode of Best For Your Nest, Bea and Anya sit down with family law attorney Colleen Case for an honest and surprisingly personal conversation about divorce, relationships, family law, identity, and the stories behind the people who work in this field every day. Colleen breaks down what family law actually includes — from divorce and custody to child support, protection orders and prenuptial agreements — and explains what it really means when a marriage is considered “irretrievably broken.” The conversation also goes far beyond the courtroom. Colleen talks about building her professional identity, why keeping the last name Case became part of her personal brand, and even the unexpected connection between practicing law and her background in stand-up comedy. She also shares personal stories about family, career, communication, and the experiences that shaped who she is today. In this episode, Bea, Anya and Colleen talk about: What family law really covers Divorce and no-fault divorce What “irretrievably broken” actually means Custody and child support Prenuptial agreements Protection orders and harassment restraining orders Professional identity and personal branding Communication in difficult situations The human side of being a family law attorney Colleen’s background in stand-up comedy Career, family and personal growth Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, curious about family law, or simply interested in hearing the story behind a local professional, this episode offers a thoughtful and approachable look at what happens when relationships, family and the law intersect. Guest: Colleen Case Podcast: Best For Your Nest with Bea & Anya Hashtags #BestForYourNest (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bestforyournest) #ColleenCase (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/colleencase) #FamilyLaw (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familylaw) #Divorce (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/divorce) #DivorceAttorney (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/divorceattorney) #FamilyLawAttorney (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/familylawattorney) #Marriage (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/marriage) #Relationships (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/relationships) #Minnesota (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/minnesota) #TwinCities (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/twincities) #WomenInBusiness (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/womeninbusiness) #LegalAdvice (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legaladvice) #PersonalGrowth (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/personalgrowth) #LocalStories (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/localstories)

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