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This episode features a conversation with Dacia VanAlstine, Project Director of the Evolve Employment Model demonstration project at Minnesota Blind. What began as a brainstorming conversation at a national conference evolved into an innovative Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) project focused on improving employment outcomes, retention, and participant engagement for individuals who are blind, low vision, or facing employment barriers. Dacia shares how the Evolve Employment Model is challenging traditional approaches to vocational rehabilitation through progressive employment strategies, benefits planning, workplace exposure opportunities, and faster, more responsive service delivery designed to keep participants connected and moving forward. The episode also explores the realities of building new models in real time — recognizing staff strengths, embracing flexibility, fostering collaboration, and "building the ship while sailing it." A thoughtful conversation on leadership, creativity, workforce development, and the future of vocational rehabilitation. Listen Here Full Transcript: {Music} Dacia: When we did our brainstorming, we looked at where could we improve and not just improve the customer experience, but the way that the staff do their work. Carol: How has your experience been working with your RSA project officer, and what's that partnership look like? Dacia: Cassandra is amazing. Doctor Deandra too. They are an amazing team. They are very real, which I so appreciate and so responsive and just, they answer the dumbest questions that I have and don't make me feel dumb. So I love it. Intro voice: Manager minute, brought to you by the Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center. Conversations powered by VR. One manager at a time, one minute at a time. Here is your host, Carol Pankow. Carol: Welcome to the Manager Minute. Joining me in the studio today is Dacia VanAlstine, project director for the Evolve Employment Model demonstration at Minnesota Blind. And today we're going to dive into innovation, leadership and what it really looks like to take an idea and bring it to life in VR. And I have to say, this one is a little special for me. I had the good fortune to work with Dacia during my time at State Services for the Blind. And one thing that always stood out as her ability to take a concept, sometimes just an idea and turn it into something real, something actionable, and something that makes a difference. So, Dacia, how are things going? Dacia: Thank you for that, Carol. Things are going well. We're moving right along with this project. We are making some great strides, so it is fun to be here today. Carol: Excellent. So before we jump into the project itself, I'd like to start with your story. Can you tell our listeners a little bit about your background and how you found your way into vocational rehabilitation? Dacia: I think like a lot of people, I just kind of fell into it. I started when I was younger working in group homes, and that moved into becoming a program coordinator for group homes, which then moved into the day programming side of things at a, DT&H, which then turned into working with their supported employment license and then finding employers and jobs for people that were actually connected to the VR programs. So then I became interested in VR and started working for State Services for the Blind back in 2008 as a Vocational Rehab Technician. And then with my background, ended up getting some ARRA funding and I moved into employment services and have been working with the Dual Customers ever since. Carol: Wow. I did not know you kind of followed my same path because I did the whole group home work too, and DT&H and the whole shebang. That's pretty cool, I love it. So I know this project did not appear out of nowhere. It really grew organically. Can you talk a little bit about how the idea for Evolve Employment first came about and how it took shape? Dacia: It's kind of funny. A few of us had gone to CSAVR in the spring of 2024, and they had announced the DIF grants that they were going to be doing. It was Natasha Jerde, who's our executive director, and then Jon Benson, our deputy director, myself. We had our quality assurance person, Ashlyn Cahill there, and our fiscal person, Gabby Garcia. And then we had a counselor, Jason Dornbush, and we were all sitting in the back row. And it started with one little, hey, what if we applied for this? What could we do? There's so many different things we could do. And it turned into this whole thing and it just exploded from there. I don't even remember the session that was going on at the time, because we were in the back just brainstorming. It turned into this huge idea spark, and one person fed off the other person and then it just blew into this thing. Carol: I love when that happens. That is super fun. Now, the speaker up front was probably annoyed with you all, but I love when that, you know, you get that idea. In fact, you know, Jeff and I, back in the day, we were at a CSAVR conference and he's like going out trying to do a little interviews with somebody. After that session, I'm like, what are you doing? I'm going to do a podcast. This was way back in the day and I'm like, what's a podcast? And look at now the whole world is podcasting, but it cracked me up. I mean, we started that 11 years ago. Super fun. Dacia: Jeff's been podcasting ever since we went to an NFB conference and sat by the pool and Podcasted. Carol: I know it is super hilarious. It's like those organic kind of ideas really can bloom into something pretty cool. So at a high level, what is the Evolve Employment model and how do you think about the key components or buckets of the project? Dacia: Well, when we did our brainstorming, we looked at where could we improve and not just improve the customer experience, but the way that the staff do their work. The DIF grant allows us to really be in, it's in the title innovative. It allows us to try things. Really the idea is to try different tactics, different strategies, different approaches to things in the VR program that improves outcomes, improves experiences for staff, improves experiences for participants, and really leans into that dual customer approach to delivering services. Carol: Pretty cool, I love that. So what about the buckets in this project? I know there were different kind of fingers that you were looking into doing a lot of different things. Dacia: Well, a couple of the things that we're doing is job retention. We know that it's so much better if somebody can keep a job, it's better for the employer, it's better for the person, it's better for just everyone. So really looking at retention, also looking at how can we use workplace activities in order to help individuals that have limited experience in the workplace, limited experience with work in general, just the idea of work, you know, they may be somebody that's newer to work, maybe somebody that just hasn't worked in a long time, but just giving them some workplace activities under progressive employment. So looking at job shadows, tours, and it's something that VR does anyways, but this is done more intentionally and a little more structured to see if this makes a difference in people's lives, if people will choose better outcomes, because now they're being exposed to different types of careers than they would be normally. And so we have that progressive employment also looking at how can we speed things up for people, not speed things up to where we're rushing people through the process, but speed things up in a way that helps people stay engaged. We know looking at the data, that the longer it takes for somebody to get into a plan to get any services implemented, the more likely they are to drop off. And so looking at how can we make this faster for people, but in a meaningful way. And then looking at other aspects of where in the VR program we might be falling short, and that would be, besides the retention, looking at the training aspect of things, especially in the customer service and technology sectors. So looking at how can we get people into technology based customer service roles and building possibly a training program ourselves that can be passed down to the general program and using the training that already exists for individuals. And we're not looking at degree programs, we're looking at certificate programs, short term training, things that can help people get into a career faster. Not everybody has the luxury of taking a step back. Some people have to provide for their families. Some people just really don't want to go down that path. They want to get into a career as quickly as possible. So how can we lean into that training? Carol: That sounds awesome. I'm excited about this. I know when you and I had spoken before, you talked about this being like, you're kind of building the ship as you're sailing it. What does that look like during this first phase of implementation? Dacia: Well, in the beginning, we had picked up a bunch of staff from the General Vocational Rehabilitation, VRS, when they unfortunately had to have some layoffs. So we were able to grab some of their talent. And when we put together the position descriptions we put together, you know, what we thought we needed. And then as we started hiring them and then more staff, we realized that these staff had amazing talent. Besides what was just what was needed for this grant. So we were able to look at where does their talent lie and how can we help not only advance our project, but set our staff up because this is a short term project, so how can we set them up for their careers after they're done? And so looking at is their leadership ability there? How can we help them lead projects? Is there training opportunities? Are there other things that they can bring? Are there ways to expand this a little bit. You know, one of the things that we decided to do was job retention. The initial intention of that was how can we keep people into positions that they want to stay in? It's working for the employer, but all of a sudden it's not working because the disability changed or the disability appeared. We have Callie our Retention Specialist, who comes with a whole lot of experience and knowledge in working with the Dual Customer, and she's really working hard to build out our retention program. I should actually mention that in this, we have four targeted audiences that people would need to fall into to be eligible. One is they are at risk of losing a job. Another is they are unemployed for 27 or more weeks. Another is at risk of losing a job, unemployed for 27 weeks or more. A new American with a legal right to work. And the fourth one is somebody who acquired their vision loss during their working years. So if somebody falls into those categories, they're eligible for our program. We are doing a Functional model for disability versus a medical model. So with that, we have been able to capture numerous individuals that would normally not qualify for our general program because of the medical model. And so we were able to take people that had nowhere else to go and were going to lose their job. And we've been able to save over half a dozen, probably close to a dozen jobs now for people that would normally not qualify for services. Carol: That's really cool. So what do you think are 1 or 2 innovations within the model that you think are really making the biggest difference so far? Dacia: We knew that retention was important and that it should be done intentionally, and we knew that we didn't have a solid retention program procedure process in the general SSB program. So we started looking at how can we really make this difference? And we actually expanded it not just for people at risk of losing their job, but one of the things that we're doing is for the VR program, expanding on that stabilization period. So those individuals that get their job and they're employed for 90 days, and then they make the couple contacts with the counselor and really close to that 90 days, they quit their job, they maybe get scared of losing benefits. Something happens with the employer and they just haven't really made contact with their counselor. So what we're doing is that we're doing stabilization services. So a counselor can refer somebody in those 90 days, and that Career Navigator becomes somebody that they can connect with. They are the coordinator of all the services. They are able to work with the employer. They are able to, if they're county services involved, pull those in, they are able to pull other resources in. And all of our Career Navigators have all the way to level three benefits planning training so they can look up benefits for people. Which is something that we've never done before, really embedded benefits into everything we're doing. So it helps individuals. They have this person that they can go to, they can ask questions about their benefits. It's just a really a wraparound service. And then after their 90 days, the intent is to allow them to continue to be able to contact that person for the next year. If something comes up, we can get back into services with them right away if we need to. We don't have to open up a new sequence with them. They can just jump in and do stuff. So that's one of the really cool things that we're doing, and we're finding a lot of need for that way more than we even thought. We knew that retention was a huge thing. And looking at our really ambitious numbers that we said we would do, we're going to have no issues at all hitting that because it's turned into a huge thing. I should also mention, one of the other buckets that we're doing is benefits planning. So we have a Benefits Navigator that's able to look up benefits, that's able to do all kinds of things. We even had a situation that somebody, due to a clerical error, had gotten a letter that they owed tens of thousands of dollars in back Social Security, and they were going to quit their job. And there were all these things that were going to happen. And because of the Benefits Navigator is at the top level for benefits planning and has all the credentials to be able to do the work and all the training to do the work, they were able to find the clerical error and that is now being reversed. Carol: That's amazing. Dacia: Because of the work that she did with this individual and us having that, that person now can breathe. Carol: I like that, you know, I was thinking back in the day, we used to have Meredith. She was our benefits person. You know, we had the one person I remember customers talking to me. They were so worried about really staying employed because worried about losing benefits, you know, the whole thing and how to counsel through that. And I think you guys having this embedded in kind of every aspect and allowing that to continue on for the people the year after is really important. It just gives that sense of stability that someone to talk to when you're navigating this crazy, you know, there are big systems with all of that. And to really help you gain that understanding. So you're feeling comfortable with the decisions you make and what you're doing is super important. Dacia: And that really feeds into when I had said, we created these job descriptions and what we thought this was going to be, we had created a position for a Benefits Navigator, okay, And the intent was that they would do benefits lookup and they would do the whole benefits analysis. And that's what their job would mainly be with some training. But looking at that person that was hired, Marcy really has a lot of talent and experience behind her. She worked for the hub. She's done all these different things. So looking at expanding what her talent is and helping her really guide what this looks like for our entire program. It's amazing. And then not just that, you know, the original intention wasn't that our Career Navigators were going to have benefits planning, training. But one of our Career Navigators that came from VRS had that. And so we were able to look at, oh my gosh, look at all these things that they can do. And because we have Marcy, our Career Navigators, Kayla and Alex and our new American career navigator, Alexis are able to work together. She's able to mentor them. She's able to help them get the training that they need. So it's really leaning into all these things that everybody brings with them, not just what we thought, what we needed, and sticking to that, just really being open to letting our staff use the talents they have. We didn't have any intention that Career Navigators were going to be training counselors or training community partners, and then we end up with Alex, who has tons of experience with this, Kayla who loves doing this, you know, so letting them do the things that they love to do and the things that they really have a lot of talent in. So that's really helped us in the implementation of this, really leaning into what they bring and what they want to do. Carol: I know you were talking a little bit about your numbers. You mentioned it like, we're going to be able to blow past that number. What are some of the goals that you have for numbers with this project. Dacia: Some of the numbers are very ambitious. Our number for how many job retentions that we get, I think is 270, which at first I thought, that's really ambitious and I don't know if we're going to do that. I honestly think that we're going to probably hit 270 by the end of year three. Carol: Wow. Dacia: Like it's that much. Especially when we added the stabilization. Carol: Yeah. Dacia: And helping those people retain their jobs. That number is going to be huge. We also our outreach to businesses, we are going to surpass that by quite a bit. I think that number is 500 businesses total. And I think we are a little over a year and a half in. And I think we're already at close to 200. Carol: Wow. Good. Dacia: We have an amazing outreach person that we're sharing him with our employer, Reasonable Accommodation Fund. But Ray is out there and he is making connection after connection. And then we have Alicia, who also came from VRS during the layoffs. And she is our business engagement and training specialist. So she is making the connections with the businesses, the relationships. So really we have this talent that's doing this stuff. And Alicia's out there developing relationships with external training programs. So we're going to easily hit that number. Carol: Very cool. It sounds like you've got quite the team. I love it. You've been able to bring in all these folks that have these other like talents you didn't even know about as they come on, and they've been able to contribute so much more than you even anticipated. Dacia: Even our admin and fiscal person, Morgan, we couldn't do this without just like she pulls everything together, she keeps us all on track. She makes sure that we're focusing on the things that we need to focus on. We are very fortunate. Carol: So I know you're operating under a DIF grant, which can really feel different from a traditional VR program. How has your experience been working with your RSA project officer, and what's that partnership look like? Dacia: I would like to say Cassandra is amazing. Even if I come to her with the world's, and very responsive to. Which is super impressive considering all that she does. And then Doctor Deandra too. They are an amazing team. They are very real, which I so appreciate and so responsive and just. They answer the dumbest questions that I have and don't make me feel dumb. So I love it. Carol: That is awesome. Yeah, they're good people. I know. I hear about Cassandra all the time and the amazing job that she does. This is exciting. Well, she has a fun job too because you're working with these DIF projects, you know, and getting to see all this really cool stuff, innovation happening across the country. So I know you're really early in the implementation. You said you're a year and a half in, but you've learned a lot. What do you think are some of the biggest lessons you've learned so far? Dacia: Well, for sure, one of the things that we have learned is making sure that you look at your talent and making sure that you help them grow, because that was not our original intention and looking at their talent, it really has helped us to be where we're at. Making sure that we're working with the general program, communication with the counselors and the general VR program is so important. Even more important than we thought, keeping that communication open. Also adjusting and readjusting kind of what we're doing, what we're saying. I know that we've been building this as we go, which makes it so some things are very ambiguous, which can be very difficult for people to work within, but really helping people get through that. And part of that is letting the staff use the strengths that they have, because that will help get through some of that building the ship as you go and that ambiguousness. Carol: Yeah, I know, it's always exciting. You go from the back of the room chit chatting about this idea, and you put it on paper and it gets accepted. But as you get rolling along, you know, things come up and things change and evolve a little bit. So I like that it goes along with your title of your project. I like that that's the organic, wonderful nature of these DIF grants, because things do evolve as you're going along, and you're allowed to then expand and kind of contract and grow and shape it as the things happen over time, which is very, very cool. Dacia: It absolutely is. And flexibility is really the key here too. We all know that when you put things on paper and you have the intention of things going one way, that's not necessarily how they're going to go. And so you really have to be open to shifting and adjusting. You know, there are things that I envisioned going one way and then all of a sudden with new information, it's like, you know what? We're going this way and it's okay. It's okay to adjust along the way. But you really have to be flexible in this and not looking at it like I am building this program to be exact and live forever. I am building this program to be flexible, to adjust, to be able to be sustainable, whether it's the whole thing or components of this, to be sustainable in SSB's VR program, or even any other VR program that wanted to try some of these, you know, the lessons that we learn along the way in this, whether good or bad, are all important. Carol: Very true, very true. And it'll be really fun. I know you guys are all getting together this summer in June and there's a DIF Project Officer conference, and so I'm sure you're going to be attending that. Dacia: Oh yeah, I'll be doing that. Yep. I'm excited. I love those kind of things because you really get to know other people and you know, you can learn from their struggles. They can learn from your struggles, you can learn from their innovations. They can learn from you, from yours. So I love those opportunities to connect and just have fun. Carol: Yeah, I think it'll be great. So for other VR leaders listening, what advice would you give if they're thinking about trying something new or applying for a demonstration project like this? Dacia: I would say don't over think it. Start with that small seed of an idea and bring other people into it to really brainstorm and get creative with it. Make sure that you're communicating often with VR. Even if you are not in VR program, VR is going to be a key partner regardless. Communicate often and be very transparent in the communication, I would say. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. I know that anytime I have a question, if I think that we might be, you know, okay, well, can we do this? Or what if we do this wrong? Don't be afraid of that. If you have a Cass, talk to Cassandra will help you through it. Or your version of Cassandra, that's what they're there for. One of the things that we had done was we had decided to change one of our areas that we were focusing on progressive employment based on new information. It was super easy. We said, hey, we decided to go in this area. That was a mistake. We don't have enough people there, but we do in this area. Can we do this? Absolutely. So don't be afraid to make some mistakes as long as you're not doing something illegal. Carol: Yeah, yeah, let's stay away from that. Dacia: Let's stay away from that. Make sure that you're, you know, following the law. But as far as the program goes, don't be afraid to adjust and make mistakes because that's what you're here for. You're here to innovate and you have to take some risk in order to get that reward. Carol: Well, Dacia, this has been such a great conversation. What you're building is not just a project. It's really a glimpse into the future of what VR could look like. So thanks for joining us today. Dacia: Well, thanks for having me. Carol: You bet. And to our listeners, if there's one takeaway, it's this innovation doesn't start with a perfect plan. It starts with the question and willingness to try. 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Deandra and Richie have been friends since high school, but they never dated until he professed his love six months ago.   Deandra was precaution about getting romantically involved because the Richie has always been a player.  He promised that he had changed his ways, so she gave him a chance, but now he's showing signs that he's back to his old way.

Could rentals give YOU financial freedom? Today's guest took a giant leap of faith to invest in real estate, and it allowed her to quit her low-paying W2 job in just five years. If you've yet to take the first step in your investing journey, this rags-to-riches story will inspire you to get off the sidelines and into the game! Welcome back to the Real Estate Rookie podcast! Earning just $28,000 a year as a lab tech and struggling to pay rent on a property she didn't even own, Deandra McDonald was determined to buy a house and enjoy the long-term benefits of owning real estate. But when her lender told her she couldn't qualify for a mortgage, Deandra did what so many aspiring investors are unwilling to do—she cut out ALL unnecessary spending to pay off her debts, rebuild her credit, and save for a down payment. In just 18 months, she was able to buy her first house—all while working the same low-paying job! And that's just the beginning of Deandra's story. After realizing that renting out a room in her new home could cover her mortgage payment, she caught the multifamily investing bug. Fast forward to today, and Deandra has built a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio. Tune in to find out exactly how she did it and how you can copy her success! In This Episode We Cover The investing strategy that helped Deandra to quit her W2 job in just five years How Deandra bought her first property while making just $28,000 a year Fast-tracking your down payment by cutting unnecessary expenses Leveraging your current properties to grow your real estate portfolio The secrets to self-managing your properties (and keeping tenants happy!) How to seamlessly pivot from single-family homes to multifamily investments And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-546 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just buy ONE rental property and watch your life change. Today's guest was working multiple jobs, and a single property purchase allowed her to finally free up her weekends and regain some freedom in her life. The best part? She did it with just around $4,000, then repeated the process again and again, leading her to quit her demanding teaching job in just four years! Today, she's describing exactly how she did it! Deandra McDonald called a lender, expecting to get a preapproval for a home. What actually happened? They told her, “No. Come back when you have more money, better credit, and less debt.” She hustled for two years, saving, working more, and paying off debt. She finally secured a loan for her first property, a two-bedroom townhouse that would change her life forever. Now, she's a financially independent real estate investor, no longer tied to her teaching job, and investing in completely overlooked “rental properties” that produce killer returns and allow her to live job-free. These properties are still largely ignored, but Deandra says it's not too late to take advantage of them and escape your W2 job, too! In This Episode We Cover: How getting just one rental property can lead you to financial freedom in under a decade Why you CAN NOT give up when a lender tells you “no” for a home purchase The overlooked rental properties that you can buy at a MAJOR discount  Why Deandra wants to pay off her mortgages instead of scaling to a huge unit count The easiest way to start investing in real estate that requires the least money possible And So Much More! Links from the Show Join BiggerPockets for FREE Let Us Know What You Thought of the Show! Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets YouTube Apply to Be a BiggerPockets Real Estate Guest Try REsimpli, The Only All-In-One Real Estate Investor CRM Software That Helps You Manage Data, Marketing, Sales, and Operations Grab the Personal Finance Classic, “Rich Dad Poor Dad” Sign Up for the BiggerPockets Real Estate Newsletter Find Investor-Friendly Lenders A Better Retirement After Buying Just ONE Rental (and Never FOMO-ing) Connect with Deandra Connect with Dave Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1105 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I think that's one of the things that's helped me [...], writing about it, right. Writing about these characters that are not afraid to advocate for themselves. [...] And think about how can I be more like my main character?", says DeAndra Davis. DeAndra joins this episode to talk about her new book All the Noise at once.  In this compelling, moving story about brotherhood, identity, and social justice, a Black, autistic teen tries to figure out what happened the night his older brother was unjustly arrested. To purchase All The Noise at Once visit https://www.deandradavis.com/all-books .https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&sca_esv=422b205cf8817bf1&rls=en&sxsrf=AHTn8zqGPy2sjBLlA11mfLQjk4Kzu84YGg:1743872297655&q=&si=APYL9btOMaxI48tKjOYdlPW3RyBplN8gAQzBdTKkB2IKbJ7kM9T8RmW6e56f40nA_2X21d9mSrGLngPcOpmhvjtg5XNYJPcy7w8VeuhHph_MUnX-m-Qx_E-UjzSrmaCq_EexvqEOSFsU&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjMmtfGrsGMAxW-q4kEHc9KPP8Qv_UKegQIKRAD&biw=1428&bih=734&dpr=2If you could subscribe on your favorite listening platform we would really appreciate that. If you are looking for customized coaching by autistics for autistics then visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.autismpersonalcoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  If you would be interested in being interviewed on Autism Stories or would like to be a sponsor send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠doug.blecher@autismpersonalcoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this heart-led episode, Krista reconnects with Born to Coach® Training Academy scholarship student, Deandra Carter, as she nears the final month of her training. From leaving behind city chaos to manifesting the dreamiest countryside retreat, Deandra shares what it means to live — and coach — in alignment.They get real about:

 WORK WITH ME: https://stan.store/respectfullygabbyFollow for more on social media: Instagram: @respectfullygabby Tiktok: @respectfullygabby Guest:Alessia DeandraInstagram: @aledeandraPodcast: The X Podcastn this episode, I sit down with the host of X the Podcast to talk about how she found love after four years of being single—and why she never settled for less than what she truly wanted. She shares how she didn't feel like she compromised on anything and why it was all worth the wait. We also get real about the stress of dating in your 20s, the pressure to find "the one," and how hard it can be to trust the process.Plus, we take a trip down memory lane and spill on our past as “fly-out girls”—from lavish weekends to absolute disaster trips. You won't want to miss our worst fly-out stories! If you're looking for dating advice on patience, standards, and trusting that love will come, this episode is for you. We also break down some key dating advice for navigating modern romance without lowering your standards.

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Send us a textDo you know the story of Yvonne Clark? She was a pioneering African-American problem-solving mechanical engineer who worked on the Saturn V rocket boosters and moon boxes for astronauts. For 55 years, she taught mechanical engineering at Tennessee State University, where her story captivated her student (and later picture book biographer) Allen R. Wells. Discover how the remarkable legacy of engineer Yvonne Clark is inspiring the next generation through a gorgeous new children's book, Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark. Author/engineer Allen R. Wells and illustrator DeAndra Hodge help me delve into the world of STEM, storytelling, and the transformative power of diversity and inclusivity in literature. Join us in celebrating the legacy of Yvonne Clark and the power of storytelling to inspire future generations. Chapters:1:03: Who Was Hidden Figure Yvonne Clark? Learn about this pioneering mechanical engineer in Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark, a must-have book for STEM and STEAM educators. 7:50: Engineering + Artistry = Engineering Spark 14:10: Adventures in Learning 22:11: Incorporating STEAM Into Inclusive and Diverse Children's Literature Links:Order Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark Follow Allen R. Wells on [Instagram/Bluesky/LinkedIn]Follow DeAndra Hodge on [Instagram/Bluesky/LinkedIn]Learn more about Yvonne Clark in Scientific American, Lost Women of Science, Society of Women Engineers, and Vanderbilt UniversitySupport the showSubscribe & Follow: Stay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

How are workplaces adapting to meet the needs of the "food allergy generation"? In this conversation, I sit down with Professor D'Andra Shu, a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston, to explore the growing legal challenges and opportunities that food allergies present in professional environments. We dive into how addressing food allergies as both a legal and societal issue can promote safer, more equitable workplaces—upholding human rights and ensuring everyone feels empowered to participate fully. Together, we unpack the complexities of managing food allergies at work. DeAndra, drawing from her research and personal experiences—including those of her son—shares invaluable insights on increasing awareness and establishing robust legal frameworks. We discuss everything from legal precedents and workplace policies to actionable steps employers can take to foster an inclusive environment. Join us as we delve into the critical need for increased education, robust legal protections, and thoughtful workplace practices that not only address food allergies but also contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable professional environment. Whether you're an employer or an employee, this conversation offers a roadmap for creating safer spaces and ensuring that every meal—and every person—matters.

Even though Deandra grew up in complete poverty, with all odds against her, she was determined to create a better life for herself. Although the road was not free of mistakes, setback, and emotional rollercoaster, Deandra stayed close to God in her deeper and darkest moments. With what life has thrown at her, she realized the importance of forgiveness, and that it truly takes faith to forgive a person. Listen in to see how she walked through it!Want to partner what God is doing through this ministry, follow below:https://www.faithignite.us/donate

In episode 18 of We Ain't Dying For This, Crystle Johnson sits down with Deandra Coleman to explore the empowering act of “opting out” as a form of liberation. In a society filled with expectations and pressures, choosing to step back from roles, obligations, or mindsets that don't serve us can be a radical path to freedom and fulfillment. Deandra shares her journey of opting out of norms that no longer align with her true self, illustrating how letting go can be a powerful step toward reclaiming your life. This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed by societal demands and ready to embrace a life that truly resonates with their values and desires. In This Episode: The power of “opting out” as a choice for liberation How to identify and release limiting roles and expectations Steps to create a life aligned with your true self Inspiring stories of self-empowerment and courage ✨ Join Crystle Johnson & Deandra Coleman in this transformative conversation on choosing freedom and living authentically! Subscribe for more insightful discussions on self-liberation, growth, and personal empowerment. Thanks for Watching My Video : Session 1 - EP18 - We Ain t Dying For This Opting Out As Liberation W. Deandra Coleman #CrystleJohnson #DeandraColeman #OptingOut #Liberation #PersonalGrowth #WeAintDyingForThis #Empowerment #AuthenticLiving #Freedom #SelfDiscovery

We are less than a week away from the start of the Women's T20 World Cup. Defending champions Australia are aiming to make it four wins in a row.West Indies were the last nation to lift the World Cup before Australia embarked on their era of dominance. We speak to all rounder Deandra Dottin who was part of the 2016 West Indies World Cup winning team and she explains her reasons for reversing her international retirement ahead of the tournament.Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharma also discuss the possible return of England's Ben Stokes to white ball cricket.Photo: Deandra Dottin of West Indies celebrates her unbeaten 112 during the ICC T20 Women's World Cup Group A match between West Indies and South Africa at Warner Park on May 5, 2010 in St Kitts, Saint Kitts And Nevis. (Credit: Getty Images)

We always thought it would happen at some point and so it has come to pass. Deandra Dottin has finally announced her international retirement U-turn and comes back to maroon colours just ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup. Machel jumped into the hot seat to assess what this means going forward and if this can/will signal better days ahead. As always with the Caribbean Cricket Podcast we go into a level of depth and analysis on West Indies cricket that you wont hear anywhere else. If you are listening on a podcast channel that allows you to leave a review and rating please do so as it really helps grow the podcast. If you'd like to support the Caribbean Cricket Podcast you can become a patron for as little as £1/$1 a month here - https://www.patreon.com/Caribcricket?... You can also find out more about Caribbean Cricket Podcast here - https://www.caribbeancricketpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the Big Joe + Laura show, we kicked things off by talking about Big Joe being a Real Men Wear Pink ambassador for the American Cancer Society. We discussed which fast food items are the worst for you to eat. Deandra in Rockford shared her exciting news about her son getting a tennis scholarship. What limited-edition food items do you wish would make a comeback? Molly in Grand Rapids took down Laura in Laura Can't Lose and won our Michigan Lottery Jackpot. Big Joe and Laura are members of some unusual Facebook groups.

Even before she got with her boyfriend Richie, Deandra knew that he was a player but he swore that he had changed with they started dating....But after just a few months, Deandra can't help like she's the one getting played now

EPISODE 329. Sabino and Rocco sit down with Alessia, host of @XTHEPODCAST to talk about the culture in Montreal, dating, podcasting, and so much more. Watch as Alessia puts Sabino on the hot seat. Be sure to follow Alessia here https://instagram.com/aledeandra Follow Sabino here https://instagram.com/sabinocurcio Follow Rocco here https://instagram.com/rocloguercio To shop our merchandise, visit https://www.growingupitaliangui.com Be sure to check our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growingupitalian As always, if you enjoyed this video, be sure to drop a Like, Comment and please SUBSCRIBE. Grazie a tutti! 1:00 - Podcasting is hard 5:00 - Montreal culture 8:00 - Family backstory 11:00 - Hamptons 4th of July 13:00 - Canadian content creators 17:00 - Draaaaake 21:00 - Being single 27:00 - Dating Italians 31:00 - How to approach a woman 35:00 - Relationship problems 40:00 - Where to find a good partner 46:00 - What is cheating? 50:00 - Worst dates/Red flags 55:00 - Dating in today's age 1:02:00 - Date ideas for Sabino 1:06:00 - Church girls & Safe deposits 1:08:00 - Canadian Italians 1:11:00 - best Italian food in Montreal 1:15:00 - Canadian lingo challenge

In this episode of I Have My Reasons, Deandra sits down with Anishinabe Elder Bev Rita Jones. Bev is a non traditionalist Elder who is from Keeseekoowenin First Nation in Manitoba Canada. In this episode Deandra and Bev discuss Bev's documentary "Policy Baby" where is which she shares her remarkable journey growing up in- between two worlds deeply impacted by colonial policy. Bev also shares heartfelt stories about her healing journey as well as some really important upcoming initiatives such as her Annual Water Walk and her ceremony planned for June 21st in Riding Mountain National Park. Get in touch with BevRita Jones:Anishinaabe Ikwe Water Walk June 13-17 Policy Baby Trailer Email: ritaredbev@gmail.com Connect with Deandra:Grit and Growth WellnessDeandra's InstagramDeandra Website

 This weeks guest is the Luxury Travel Advisor Deandra @_whereisdd_ owner of @sendthejet the luxury budget friendly travel agency. Deandra and I talked about faith, manifesting the vision you have for your life and the grit it takes to pivot your business for it to reach its full potential. What is Send the Jet? After carefully analyzing her findings, Deandra decided to turn her travel passion into a business and launched Send the Jet Luxury Travel Agency in July 2020 to create a gateway for people to travel more, experience luxury, enjoy adventures, spend within their means, and have countlessly memorable vacations. The days of tedious travel planning and uncertainties are over. Welcome to Send the Jet Luxury Travel Agency which offers you professional and friendly services to fit your travel needs and has a knowledgeable, trained CEO with a wealth of experience in traveling. There is no better place to meet your travel needs and no better person to trust than the travel expert, Deandra Brown. Your travel adventure has just begun.Share this episode with someone you love!Follow us on social media: Instagram @Becomingtheceopodcast Follow  BTC on X  @Becomingtheceo Follow Velvet Luxe Cosmetics on Instagram @velvetluxecosmetics

In this episode of I Have My Reasons Deandra sits down for the second time with Astrologer and Jungian dream analyst Martin Comtois. Martin was visiting Manitoba on his journey across Canada to care for his mother during the last weeks of her life. Deandra and Martin recorded this podcast during the April solar eclipse, an auspicious time!  In this conversation, they are talking specifically about Dreamwork!Healer Dreamer AstrologyYoutube Email Connect with Deandra Grit and Growth WellnessDeandra's InstagramDeandra Website

In this episode, DeAndra Kiara reflects on life and emphasizes the importance of being content with where you are. She discusses the topic of accountability, focusing on a recent incident involving a doctor on the reality TV show Married to Medicine. DeAndra also provides a review of the reality TV show Love is Blind, discussing the dynamics between the couples and their decisions. In this episode, DeAndra discusses various tooics,embracing success, Draya Michele's controversial relationship, embracing personal growth and letting go, thriving in positive environments, making sacrifices for personal and professional growth, and an announcement about the book club selection, 'The Perfect Ruin.'

In this episode of I Have My Reasons Deandra sits down with Juno nominated singer- songwriter and guitarist extraordinaire Cara Luft. As a Folk heroine Luft deserves her solid reputation as one of Canada's finest live performers whose engaging, down-home style comes wrapped in a warm and delicious sense of humor. In this episode Deandra and Cara discuss:Cara's childhood steeped in music and community Being a woman in the changing and evolving music industry The archetype of the artist and landing in trustThe beginning of the crowd funding and patreon eraLife performance and community connectionAnd more!Connect with Cara Luft:Website InstagramSpotifyConnect with Deandra Grit and Growth Wellness Deandra's InstagramDeandra Website

In this episode, DeAndra discusses various topics related to personal growth, relationships, and healing. She shares updates on her health and wellness journey, including her return to juicing and her plans to incorporate yoga into her routine. DeAndra also reflects on the importance of manifesting healthy relationships and the need for self-sacrifice in order to achieve personal goals. She discusses the Young Thug case and expresses her frustration with the justice system. DeAndra also shares her thoughts on the Gypsy Rose case and the need for proper rehabilitation in the criminal justice system. She emphasizes the importance of avoiding physical violence in relationships and explores different relationship thresholds. DeAndra concludes by discussing the healing process and the emotional connections that can still exist even after significant growth and healing. In this conversation, DeAndra discusses her experience with depression and the challenges she faced in recognizing and understanding it. She shares how she struggled with motivation, felt overwhelmed and closed off, and lacked empathy for her past self. DeAndra emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and giving grace to buried emotions and past experiences. She also highlights the need to move away from comparing traumas and instead focus on individual healing and growth. DeAndra encourages listeners to continue their healing journey and connect with her on social media for support and updates.

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In this episode, DeAndra discusses her goals for the new year and reflects on the common downfall of friendships. She explores topics such as choosing partners over friends, bystander syndrome, lack of accountability, and drifting apart. DeAndra also addresses the relationship drama of Cardi B and the controversial comments made by Little Boosie. Lastly, she highlights the misunderstanding of the movie 'The Color Purple' and the importance of context and comprehension. In this episode, DeAndra discusses the importance of not burdening oneself with the problems of others. She emphasizes the need to set boundaries and prioritize self-care. DeAndra encourages listeners to focus on their own well-being before trying to solve everyone else's issues. She wishes everyone a happy new year filled with personal growth and success.

The theme song from the TV show CHEERS states: You want to go where everybody knows your name. Being your own personal brand gets you there. Deandra Coleman, a personal branding and reinvention consultant for Black Women, is dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion for Black women. She specializes in helping Black women who feel tired, discouraged, and need significant change. Deandra advocates for change and encourages Black women to prioritize their well-being and simplify their lives, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself rather than constantly striving to meet expectations. Her mission is empowering Black women to prioritize their desires and live authentically and confidently.Website: https://www.beyondthecsuite.coLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/deandracoleman

After spending the night at an oddly deserted town, they continue to investigate the lead from Deandra.  What they found was that they were being followed by someone familiar and a past that Dr. Gundersson could not escape...

How One Autism Mom Creates Purpose with Every Page Through Children's Literature In this episode, we are joined by the remarkable Deandra, and Autism Mom, author, and advocate. Deandra not only finds joy in her journey as an Autism Mom but also uses her experiences to write a children's book about her son, Cameron, who is diagnosed with autism. Deandra uses the book as a tool to spread autism awareness. By visiting schools she spreads autism awareness through interactions with children and teachers in hopes to exact change on the world. Tune in as we delve into her inspiring story. JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/theabmpodcast/ WEBSITE: www.autismforbadassmoms.com

Deandra Grant, the Texas lawyer who is an expert in scientific evidence, is often referred to as “the lawyer lawyer's call” when they need criminal defense help and assistance. Deandra Grant joins Neil Rockind on this episode of the top rated Killer Cross Examination Podcast. Deandra Grant is a criminal defense lawyer who specializes in intoxicated-related offenses and with assisting other attorneys with cases in which intoxication may be an issue. She is the co-author of the Texas DWI Manual and a member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the American Chemical Society. She has a masters degree in pharmaceutical science and graduate certificate in forensic toxicology. Not only is she a sought after speaker and presenter and an instructor but she founded an organization devoted to educating defense lawyers in DWI type cases. Deandra Grant is a well-known lawyer in Texas criminal defense circles and a name nationwide to lawyers who handle drunk driving and intoxicated driving cases. Deandra Grant is regarded as an extraordinary cross examiner but don't expect her to snarl and scream at the top of her lungs when cross examining a witness. Quite the opposite, she kills with kindness, offering witnesses a lethal choice of having to argue with her (when she clearly knows more than them) or agreeing with her and thus undermining their own case. And Deandra Grant does it all with a soft Texas drawl/accent and a smile. Texas is the birthplace and home to some legendary lawyers, e.g., Gerald Goldstein, Jack Zimmerman, Racehorse Haynes, Dick DeGuerin, Rusty Hardin, Anthony Buzzbee, Mark Lanier, Cynthia Orr, to name just a few. During the podcast, Deandra Grant discusses her own experiences and her own cases but also comments on the Ken Paxton Impeachment Trial which featured a showdown between Buzzbee, Hardin and DeGuerin. Deandra Grant discusses her favorite types of witnesses to cross examine and shares several war stories from storied career. ************************************* About Neil Rockind - Neil Rockind is a trial lawyer. Neil Rockind is often considered a bet the farm/company type of lawyer, taking on cases where the stakes are “all in.” Neil Rockind appears regularly on television and in the news, defends people in serious court cases, is a regular guest on the Law and Crime Network and also discusses popular trials and cases and current events with other top lawyers around the country. Neil Rockind has won just about every award imaginable, has represented athletes, celebrities, musicians, posters and has obtained acquittals in all varieties of cases. His nickname is "The Rockweiler" and he's known for his cross examination style. Neil Rockind: https://twitter.com/neilrockindlaw https://www.instagram.com/rockindlaw/ https://www.rockindlaw.com/ http://www.killercrossexamination.com/ Deandra Grant: Https://www.texasdwisite.com Https://twitter.com/deandragrant And on Facebook as Deandra Grant - “The Texas DWI Gal” ************************************* Subscribe to Killer Cross Examination® Podcast APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/killer-cross-examination/id1514842139 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/424RIys... GOOGLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... AUDIBLE: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B0... ******************************************

Featuring DeAndra Roaché, a full-time neutral specializing in arbitration, mediation, and fact-finding of various disputes. DeAndra has been an architect of CPR's revised procedures for Dispute Prevention and Management Board Rules, a mechanism for helping avoid and promptly resolve conflict in business relationships.

What is this whole "financial-freedom-through-real-estate-investing" thing people are doing, and is it real? Maya interviews Deandra McDonald, a real estate investor and influencer with 320k+ followers on her TikTok, @simplerealestate. Deandra says she became financially free at 28 after five years of house-hacking (buy a property, rent part of it, live in the other part, and have your tenant pay your mortgage!). Deandra only found her path after several life choices went wrong for her in her early twenties. Now she uses her experience (and fun personality) to teach others her real estate ways.  Follow Deandra:TikTok: @simplerealestateInstagram: @deandramcdonaldhttps://www.deandramcdonald.com/ Follow Maya Lau at:X: @mayalauInstagram: @itsmayamoneyTikTok: @itsmayamoneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus Lamar sits down with Loon, one half of The Hard or Soft Show podcast, and one of Queen's finest DeAndra, aka PrettyDee, to discuss Usher's new song/video "Boyfriend" featuring Keke Palmer following their viral moment at his concert in Vegas. We also talk about Chris Brown announcing that he's releasing his 11th studio album "11:11," Taylor Swift reportedly turning down performing at the Super Bowl halftime show in Vegas next year, the fallout from the James Harden, Daryl Morey beef, Tyler Perry's BET offer gets declined, and Larsa Pippen and Michael Jordan engagement rumors, +MORE!

Do you feel like everyone is getting laid but you? Or like if you just knew how to do that thing, you would be able to keep your partner engaged in hot and sexy time? Maybe your partner can't seem to keep their hands off of you but you secretly find this exhausting or even overwhelming…Well, your secret is safe with me but I must remind you that navigating how we approach the expression of our sexual energy is a journey that is unique to every individual. Regardless of how society may make it seem, there is no universal blueprint (surprise!). One thing is for sure though, it's nearly impossible to get in the mood, let alone stay in the mood when we are constantly on different pages with our partners because of mismatched desires around sensuality and expressions of sexuality. In today's episode, I invite you and your sweetie to reconnect by celebrating National Bowling Day and National Book Lovers Day. I go on to unpack the complicated topic of Sensuality as the third side of the Passion Triangle as I continue to answer your most frequently asked love and sex questions. Find out how you can rediscover the sacred delight of basking in your own magnetic Sensuality and listen in to hear my answers to Deandra and Dr. T's questions: "I have a high sex drive that often leaves me disappointed because of my husband's avoidance of sex and erection difficulty - What do I do?" and "How do I work through my ambivalent feelings around sex with my husband because of sexual trauma from a past relationship?" In This Episode, You Will Learn: This Tuesday, August 8th, get your best balls and go bowling with your sweetheart for National Bowling Day (3:53) This Wednesday, August 9th, read aloud the most erotic story you can find to your lover for National Book Lovers Day (5:51) The third side of the passion triangle: Sensuality (6:13) How Deanna and Dr. T's questions are two sides of the same coin (7:17) My answer to Deanna's and Dr. T's questions (10:54) It's important that we create arousal for ourselves before we begin attempting to create arousal with our partners (18:56) This week's LoveByte (24:21) Interested in the 2023 session of my Become Passion 12-week online immersion program for couples? Learn more and get on the waitlist to be notified HERE!Email hello@drcherylfraser.com your most burning love & sex questions—you could hear them answered on air!Download the Great Summer Relationship Reconnect Game Card HERE Follow @drcherylfraser on IG to get more Make Your Lovelife a Hobby challengesLet's Connect! InstagramWebsite - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging #ThrowBackThursday podcast segment, join Ken, Michael, and Deandra as they dive deep into the Sales Pricing experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Gain valuable insights from their firsthand experiences and discover tips and tricks to streamline your sales processes. Whether you're a business owner, sales manager, or simply curious about Business Central, this episode is packed with practical knowledge and actionable advice. Tune in now to enhance your Sales Pricing experience with Business Central!

On this week's episode of True Crime New England, Katie and Liz dive into the horrific murder of a 15-year-old girl from Barre, Vermont. On October 25th of 2000, DeAndra Fiorucci left her high school with a friend and an older man named Donald Baumgartner. The friend witnessed DeAndra leave to go to a man named Dana Martin's house, and waited for her to return. When hours went by and DeAndra had not returned, this friend went to the police station and reported her missing. The next day, after being grilled by police for hours, Dana Martin brought the police to a bridge where he had discarded DeAndra's body. After representing himself in court, Dana was sentenced to life imprisonment, where he began to grow crazier and crazier. Katie and Liz end the episode with Dana's extreme obsession with a Canadian popstar and how this unique obsession led to another murder plot. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truecrimene/support

It's a nutty episode: co-hosts Katie and Jen talk about Americans' obsession with peanut butter (plus Italians' indifference to the stuff), Haiti's "spicy peanut butter," and the various peanut "seasonings" in south Asian cuisines.  Later on Food52 resident and Great British Bake-Off semi-finalist Chetna Makan joins to talk about her later-in-life adoption and love of nut butters.Special thanks to listener Deandra for your question and Brian Quinn (@bqfunk) for our theme music. 

 Anderson Cowan is back with reviews of Babylon and The Whale. Other movies covered includle Alice, Darling, New Gods: Yang Jian, Kids vs. Aliens, and Back to the Wharf.Deandra Miranda, the intro voice of CinemAddicts, joins Greg Srisavasdi after Ep. 173 to discuss The Whale as well. We also do a spoiler discussion.  Follow Deandra on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dee_miranda/Timecodes:(0:00) - Intro (2:22) - Episode 173(6:37) - Babylon(11:40) - The Whale (20:54) - Alice, Darling review(31:27) - New Gods: Yang Jian(35:33) -  Back to the Wharf(38:52) - Kids vs Aliens(45:51) - The Whale review with Deandra(70:35) - The Whale spoiler discussion1.  Subscribe to our Deepest Dream YouTube Channel2. Our Website is Deepest Dream3. Like Our CinemAddicts Facebook Page4. Follow CinemAddicts on Instagram5. For daily movie recommendations and weekly giveaways, join our CinemAddicts Facebook Group!6. Rate/review CinemAddicts on Apple Podcasts!7. For CinemAddicts questions, comments email us at editor@deepestdream.com!8. For access to our bonus episodes, subscribe to our CinemAddicts Patreon. For January, we spotlight the year 1946!!Have a chat with Anderson Cowan and have a chat about it with himAtty's Antiques is on Facebook MarketplaceCheck out Anderson and Mike Carano's Clever Kind Productions for your production needs!HAVE A CHAT WITH ANDY HERELinks to the promised CCP shorts are below.THE COLD COCKLE SHORTSRULES OF REDUCTIONMORMOANTHE CULT OF CARANOSubscribe to Anderson's Channel HereGROUPERS TRAILERPlease Give Groupers a Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score HerePlease Rate It on IMDB HereSupport the show

Deandra Kanu is back with Dean and Jared to help #SuckArmy with their dating questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deandra Kanu from Peter Weber's season is back with Dean and Jared and ready to share everything about her dating life! She shares the one thing guys can do to catch her eye in her DMs. And Dean has some BIG plans for his wedding to Caelynn but… they involve a saxophone. Should he do it??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A blizzard is in the forecast today y'all! Snowflake Mountain follows a group of spoiled 20-somethings as they get they get tricked by their families into going on a survival retreat in the great outdoors to compete for a $50,000 cash prize. We have two reformed snowflakes with us today: self described "chaos queen" Deandra Joseph and Liam Brown, a so-called diva who lives by the words "I'm here for a good time, not a long time." These two were hilarious on the show and just as hilarious chatting with Chris and Lauren Bay-bee!!  Send all of your burning questions, either as an email or selfie video to receipts@kastmedia.com. Or, leave us a voicemail at https://www.speakpipe.com/receipts. You can also slide into our DMs with your questions! Lauren Speed-Hamilton - https://www.instagram.com/need4lspeed/ Chris Burns - https://www.instagram.com/fatcarriebradshaw/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kendall Long is back with Dean and and she has some BIG news to share about her "hard launch" on Instagram.  And we talk to Deandra Kanu from Peter's season about the challenges of dating in LA. Do apps still work?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deandra Kanu from Peter's season is hanging out with Ashley for a catch-up on her dating life since leaving the beaches of Paradise.  She has some crucial advice for the incoming Paradise cast and we find out which Bachelorette cast member she thinks should have been The Bachelor all along.  Plus, we find out more details about the upcoming double Bachelorette season! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com