This week, Nina & Dan talk about their latest adventure and some changes happening at their house.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Party Facebook PagePi

Episode 24: Drivin' Around

Mar 5th, 2021 41m 8s

This week, Nina & Dan share their recent car buying experiences and reminisce about cars long past.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Party Facebook PagePivo

Episode 23: Cleaning Up the Fishes

Feb 25th, 2021 25m 11s

Hello! This week, Nina and Dan provide updates on the recovery process from the 2021 Texas weather and energy disaster. Hear tales of fish hibernation, nature, water struggles, and more. Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, In

Episode 22: Covered in Blankets

Feb 19th, 2021 1h 2m

Hello! It's been a little while - we had a super busy week, then all the sudden there was snow! in Houston! What? Anyway, we are here with what was supposed to be this week's episode plus a little extra supplementary material in light of the wh

Episode 21: Holding the Line

Feb 3rd, 2021 44m 57s

Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Party Facebook PagePivot Party on TwitterPivot Party on the WebOur work on the web:designbyknight.netninabledsoeknig

Episode 20: Continuing the Quest

Jan 27th, 2021 32m 50s

Are you into violin/viola gear? Guitar gear? Have you ever had your rosin taken in an airport? Check out the latest episode of Pivot Party to hear tales of rosin confiscation and our continuing quest for coffee. Take a listen and let us know wh

Episode 19: Puttin on our Sunday Clothes

Jan 20th, 2021 53m 51s

Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Party Facebook PagePivot Party on TwitterPivot Party on the WebDear Houston DriverOur work on the web:designbyknight

Episode 18: Battling the Squirrels

Jan 15th, 2021 41m 54s

This week Nina & Dan (in that order) are running a little late! We do apologize for the late release, but it has been A Week. What else can we do in such times but sit down at a mic and laugh about it? Join us as we talk about undaunted squirre

Episode 17: Having an Epiphany

Jan 6th, 2021 38m 5s

Happy New Year! This week Nina & Dan talk about Christmas decoration removal, judgmental technology, and year-round front door decorations.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, In

Happy Holidays From Nina & Dan!

Dec 30th, 2020 1m 59s

We don't have a full episode this week, but just wanted to hop on the mic and wish everyone Happy Holidays. Be sure to check back next week as we look forward to a new year, new projects, and new possibilities.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight

Episode 16: Puttin' Up the Aluminum Pole

Dec 23rd, 2020 47m 54s

Happy Festivus! This week, Nina and Dan give a mid-Christmas Break update and continue to find humor in the little things.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Pa

Episode 15: Livin' the Dream

Dec 16th, 2020 53m 10s

This week, Nina and Dan focus on the little things in life and find humor in everyday scenarios. They recount their Graduation/Christmas/Moving experience of December 2019 and share funny experiences of the past week. Your Hosts:Nina - nina

Episode 14: Focused on Giving Back

Dec 9th, 2020 49m 21s

This week, Nina and Dan are joined by Molly Carr, Founder and Co-Director of Project: Music Heals Us for a conversation about her mission to bring music to those in need. Molly shares the history of PMHU and describes how a small project to bri

Episode 13: Having Leisure Coffee

Dec 2nd, 2020 58m 42s

Welcome to Episode 13 of Pivot Party - for real this time! This week Dan & Nina reflect on Thanksgiving 2020 over a cup of coffee. Join them as they talk about Christmas planning, establishing traditions, and finding new ways to celebrate tradi

Episode 12: Feelin' Thankful

Nov 25th, 2020 50m 54s

This week, we called it Episode 13, but its actually Episode 12! Joined by delicious pecan pie, Nina and Dan take a moment to reflect on Thanksgiving traditions and thankfulness in general.Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitte

Episode 11: Covering All the Bases

Nov 18th, 2020 1h 11m

Your Hosts:Nina - ninabknight - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramDan - dgkdesign - Facebook, Twitter, InstagramPivot Party Facebook PagePivot Party on TwitterPivot Party on the WebDear Houston DriverOur work on the web:designbyknight

Episode 10: Moving Around

Nov 11th, 2020 1h 7m

This week Nina and Dan are joined by Keegan and talk about moving, dealing with stress, and reprioritizing in the face of significant change. Along the way they talk about scorpions, best (and worst) practices for box labels, and where to find

Episode 9: Just Keepin' it Together

Nov 4th, 2020 1h 9m

Episode 8: Craving Good Coffee

Oct 28th, 2020 1h 15m

This week Nina and Dan talk with Cason about accepting change and the impact of the pandemic on mental health. We chat about the power of the human spirit, how we handle change, self care, resilience, coffee rituals, finding daily humor, and wh

Episode 7: Experiencing Culture Shock

Oct 21st, 2020 57m 17s

This week Nina and Dan have a lively conversation with Dawson White about what brought each of them to Houston and how they got hooked on Houston life. They discuss everything from moving to Houston in the heat of summer for school, jobs, and f

Episode 6: All in the Family

Oct 14th, 2020 1h 7m

Dan & Nina are joined by Keeping Cup with Ariana's Ariana Nelson for a conversation about growing up in a family of musicians and how that influenced their musical choices throughout their lives. They also share stories about haunted houses, mo

Episode 5: Letting Go of Plans

Oct 7th, 2020 1h 12m

This week Nina and Dan talk to Jen about the life of a freelancer during the pandemic. We discuss resilience, uncertainty, Ben & Jerry's Tonight Dough ice cream, Doozers, and compassion.ReferencesDoozer Theme (Fraggle Rock)Tara BrachBre

Episode 4: Singin' a Song

Sep 30th, 2020 48m 53s

This week Dan & Nina share their story of many transitions, including becoming a blended family, moving 4 times in 18 months, getting flooded in Tropical Storm Imelda, and navigating online school. Along the way they use music to maintain their

Episode 3: Riding Out the Storm

Sep 23rd, 2020 1h 6m

This week our hosts Nina & Dan are recording just as the first rains from Tropical Storm Beta roll into town. Undeterred, our intrepid hosts are joined by Kyle Mercury, long time friend of Dan and collaborator on the Ghost Stories podcast. Kyle

Episode 2: The Performance Has Been Altered

Sep 16th, 2020 42m 43s

Hello and welcome to Episode 2 of Pivot Party! This week we sat down with cellist Jean Gay and talked about how the pandemic has altered her experience in performance, teaching, and life in general. She really summed it up the best:"Right now