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Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Mary Kelly talks to Ben Luke about her influences—from writers to musicians, film-makers and, of course, other artists—and the cultural experiences that have shaped her life and work.Kelly was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa, US, in 1941 and lives today in Los Angeles. She has played a fundamental role in the history and ongoing development of conceptual and feminist art, with works that have explored sexuality and women's experience, wider issues of identity, the spectacle and trauma of war, and the nature of memory in relation to history and geopolitics. Informed by a range of thought, including critical theory, psychoanalysis and literature, her work takes diverse physical forms, but often manifests in multimedia installations, involving a rich materiality that includes text and documents, photography and printmaking, sculpture, sound and film. She reflects on her groundbreaking projects like Post-Partum Document (1973-77) and Interim (1984-89), and the way that her use of autobiography has shifted in her work over time. She discusses the dramatic shift in her life following her move to Beirut in the 1960s and the events of May 1968. She recalls the moment she encountered Franz Kline's work aged 15 and how it confirmed a lifelong pursuit of non-figurative work. She reflects on her role within Conceptualism and her esteem for her peers in that movement. She discusses the importance of writers as diverse as Simone de Beauvoir, Jean Genet, William Carlos Williams and Jacques Lacan. Plus, she gives insight into her life in the studio and answers our usual questions, including a moving answer to the ultimate question: what is art for?Mary Kelly: We don't want to set the world on fire, Pippy Houldsworth Gallery, London, until 17 January 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Episode 410 of Airey Bros Radio breaks down one of the most chaotic, unforgettable NJCAA championship weekends ever — the 2025 NJCAA Cross Country & Half Marathon National Championships in snow-covered Fort Dodge, Iowa.A full blizzard turned the XC course into a survival test and the half marathon into a grit fest. Tonight, five of the top programs in the country join us to relive every moment — the wins, the adversity, the strategy changes, and the championship celebrations.Featuring:• Mesa CC – Coach Daniel Pescador: DII Women's National Champions | Men 5th• College of DuPage – Coach Mallory Dominguez: DIII Women's National Champions | Men Runner-Up• Odessa College – Coach Chris Beene: DI Women's National Champions | Half Marathon Champions• Iowa Central – Coach Dee Brown: DI Men's National Champions | Host School• Iowa Western – Coach Marc Bierbaum: Men's Half Marathon National Champions | Women Runner-UpWe dive into:– Racing through a whiteout snowstorm– XC race plan adjustments & spike decisions– Saturday XC breakdowns across D1, D2 & D3– Monday Half Marathon results– Key athletes, huge moves & gritty performances– What these results mean heading into indoor & outdoor trackHosted by Airey Bros RadioYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Aireybros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aireybrosradioFueled by Black Sheep Endurance Coaching https://www.blacksheependurance.com/SHOW NOTES Coach Daniel Pescador – Mesa Community CollegeDII Women's National Champions | Men 5th7:00 – Coach joins7:15 – Blizzard morning reaction7:50 – Adjusting race plans & spikes8:40 – Olivia Baker's fall + concussion mid-race9:20 – Paradise Valley challenge10:50 – Mesa defends its title12:00 – Mesa Men finish 5th13:00 – Team celebration14:30 – Indoor track plansCoach Mallory Dominguez – College of DuPageDIII Women's National Champions | Men Runner-Up20:00 – Coach joins20:20 – “The girls were excited to race in the snow”21:40 – Men's race helped prep the women22:50 – Visibility & course navigation24:10 – COD women take control early25:45 – Men's runner-up finish27:00 – Celebration + recovery28:20 – First women's XC title in school history29:40 – Half marathon recap31:20 – Building future depthCoach Chris Beene – Odessa CollegeDI Women's XC Champions | Half Marathon Champions40:00 – Coach joins40:15 – Weather shock: expected rain, got blizzard41:20 – Emotional meaning behind this title42:15 – Rukia & Kadine overcome adversity43:40 – When he knew Odessa was winning45:00 – First XC title in program history46:30 – Half Marathon dominance47:50 – Culture, recruiting & what's nextCoach Dee Brown – Iowa CentralDI Men's XC National Champions | Meet Host55:00 – Coach joins55:10 – Panic on Saturday morning56:00 – Coaches clearing snow manually57:25 – DIII athletes “create the path”58:40 – Iowa Central vs Hutch battle1:00:10 – Winning at home1:02:00 – Monday half marathon recap1:03:20 – Hosting challenges & victoriesCoach Marc Bierbaum – Iowa WesternMen's Half Marathon Champions | Women Runner-Up DI XC1:10:00 – Coach joins1:10:30 – Women grinding through the blizzard1:11:50 – Mid-race strategy adjustments1:13:15 – Back-to-back men's half marathon titles1:14:40 – Women win the half marathon title1:16:10 – Full Fort Dodge weekend recap1:17:45 – Transitioning into track season1:20:00 – OutroThanking all coaches, ABR weekly schedule, Peace, love & happiness — The Airey Bros are out

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Episode 408 of Airey Bros Radio brings you the complete 2025 NJCAA Cross Country National Championship Preview Show — a three-division celebration of grit, team culture, and championship ambition from Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Ein scheinbar ruhiger Halloween-Abend in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Kinder laufen verkleidet durch die Straßen, Lachen und Rufe hallen in der Nacht. Auch Marvin und Ethel Brandland öffnen ihre Haustür, als es klopft – doch diesmal steht kein Kind mit einem „Trick or Treat“ davor. Als Ethel sich zur Süßigkeitenschale umdreht, weil sie denkt, es handele sich um einen Scherz, schließt sich hinter ihr die Tür. Der späte Besucher will keine Süßigkeiten, ist mit einem Kopfkissenbezug maskiert und wird Unheil in das Haus bringen …Anmerkungen & Links zur Folge:Der Autor der Reddit-Geschichte am Ende ist Jimmy Juliano. Sein aktuellstes Buch heißt „13 months haunted“.! TRIGGER-WARNUNG !Überfall, Mord, Schusswaffenmissbrauch, EinbruchDu willst unseren Podcast früher als alle anderen hören oder als Videofolge sehen?Unterstütze uns mit 2€ im Monat & bekomme verfrühten Zugriff auf die Folgen

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Send us a textThe wind on the Kansas plains doesn't just rattle old storefronts; it carries the names we've let disappear. We retrace the final patrol of City Marshal Ed Masterson, shot along Dodge City's infamous deadline in 1878, and follow the paper-thin trail of his remains from Fort Dodge to the overgrown ruins of Prairie Grove to the tidy rows of Maple Grove. What starts as a gripping frontier shootout turns into a forensic hunt for a missing grave, a meditation on how towns expand, and a reckoning with what gets erased when progress moves faster than memory.Together we navigate saloon-lit streets, the split-second decision that may or may not have dropped Jack Wagner, and the ache of not knowing whether Ed's last act delivered justice or if Bat Masterson's gun wrote the final line. Along the way we listen to the whispers of other displaced souls—the card sharp shuffled like a deck of cards, the cowboy lost in the paperwork, the woman buried beneath a schoolhouse—and confront a stark civic question: what do we owe the dead when our cities grow over their bones?This story blends archival curiosity with ghostly lore to surface practical lessons. We talk about responsible reinterments, the value of meticulous records, and how tools like ground-penetrating radar, historical maps, and community memory can restore names to the map. Ed's presence lingers not to frighten but to remind: a headstone is more than stone; it is a promise to keep faith with those who stood the line before us. If a hero can be forgotten, any of us can. Press play, share this with someone who loves Western history and city lore, and tell us: how should communities mark the graves they've moved? If the story moved you, subscribe, leave a review, and help keep these names on the wind.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included.

Howdy & aloha! We're joined by Coach James Majenge, Head Cross Country Coach at Ranger College (@rangersxctf1926).  In just two seasons, Majenge has guided the Ranger women to a conference title and top-12 NJCAA finish, while leading the men to a top-15 national finish and producing multiple All-Americans and national qualifiers.We dig into his journey from South Africa → JUCO → NCAA All-American, mentoring international student-athletes, building a culture of family and discipline, and how Ranger's small-town gravel-loop training grounds have become a distance runner's dream.HighlightsOrigin story & culture shock arriving in New YorkRecruiting international and local athletes to West TexasTeam bonding & Friday ugali nights

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Howdy & aloha! Airey Bros Radio laces up with Coach Chase Englestead, Head Men's & Women's Cross Country Coach at Snow College (Richfield/Ephraim, UT). Hired in 2024 to launch the Badgers' program, Chase already has the men ranked #6 and women #7 in the NJCAA national poll. We dig into Utah's deep distance culture, JUCO recruiting, elevation training (5,300–10,000 ft), Lydiard-inspired aerobic development (with selective double-threshold), the benefits of a tight small-campus setup, LDS mission maturity, and why Snow wants to make D1s nervous at invites—then points to Fort Dodge in November and the NJCAA Half Marathon.What you'll learnHow to build a brand-new JUCO XC program into a national Top-10 in two yearsWhy Snow College's elevation, trails, housing, and price are a recruiting cheat codeTraining philosophy: big aerobic base, thresholds, strength, and when double-thresholds make senseCulture > times: selecting athletes who raise the standard and stick with the processHow roster caps + Utah's pipeline are reshaping the JUCO → D1 pathwayLinksSnow College XC/Track: https://snowbadgers.com/sports/mens-cross-country Snow XC: @snowcrosscountryAirey Bros Radio (YouTube): https://youtube.com/aireybrosradioAirey Bros Radio @aireybrosradio Fueled by Black Sheep Endurance Coaching: https://www.blacksheependurance.comShow notes & timestamps: 0:00 Howdy & aloha + ABR mission (shine light on JUCO/NAIA/D2/D3)2:36 Guest intro: Coach Chase Englestead — hired 2024; Men #6 / Women #7 NJCAA5:08 Origin story: small-town Utah → discovering running → ownership & accountability8:12 JUCO roots at UVSC/UVU: mileage jump, All-American, steeple/1500 records; D1 transition & probation11:01 Choosing coaching: family of coaches; HS first to build & learn12:26 Riverton HS culture build; Nike Cross regionals rise15:25 Why Snow College: home state, elevation & trails, giving back; late hire & Year-1 scramble20:50 Year-2 jump: full recruiting cycle; Top-10 expectations in Utah's distance scene22:31 Stigma shift: JUCO in Utah post-Isaac Wood; roster-cap effects24:44 “Diamonds in the rough” development stories25:54 Roster size realities; culture-first recruiting28:05 A week in the chair: early mornings, Tue/Thu recruit calls, summer team runs30:01 One year vs two years at Snow? Athlete-first pathways to four-year programs31:06 Form check: confidence high; “make D1s nervous when Snow shows up”32:07 Long run workout (pace toggles) + pack fitness33:14 Training philosophy: Lydiard base, aerobic strength; when double threshold fits37:05 Individualization; safe volumes before doubles37:58 Campus fit: two campuses, on-campus housing, track ~200m, pool ~600m, bike path & mountain singletrack39:58 Why a small campus helps serious runners (sleep, routine, fewer distractions)41:25 Roster mix: Utah core + out-of-state; Americans-only pride vs international budget realities44:30 Value case: ~$2k tuition/semester + ~$2.5k housing46:09 Athletes to watch (W: Rhys Moss, Brighton Gold; M: Made, Tim, Carter Day, David Barlo, Brett Bailey, Von Wallace)48:35 Slick transfers; NJCAA Half Marathon plans49:36 Weather & Fort Dodge readiness; altitude advantage50:35 Elevation menu: dorms ~5,300 ft; quick access to 8k–12k ft52:00 Fall schedule: SUU (10/4), Utah State (10/10), hosting SWAC at Palisade State Park53:48 LDS mission benefits: discipline, perspective, adversity skills56:45 Final Four: no soda since 2000, routines, 60 mpw streak, books/pods, spikeball1:03:37 Wrap: Badgers links; ABR back Wed with Ranger College

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

We had a wonderful and interesting conversation with Brian Bidleman, who runs the Beacon of Hope Homeless Shelter in Fort Dodge! We had a very in-depth discussion around the topics of homelessness, including what causes homelessness, the shame cycle, mental illness, whether religious institutions gain an unfair advantage by avoiding paying taxes, and more! ==== LINKS ===== Beacon of Hope Website: https://beaconofhopeshelter.com/ ===== Website: www.mcallisterhours.com Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMcAllisterHours Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3kkuLRVsVJLi22RALUkNRh?si=6c663608a0744da1 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mcallister-hours-podcast/id1509329541 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themcallisterhours/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mcallisterhours?fan_landing=true Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcallisterhours/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-739237

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Mason City Globe Gazette and Fort Dodge Messenger. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Crowder College Head Coach Jake Holt joins Airey Bros Radio to break down how a brand-new NJCAA program rocketed into the national conversation—#7 men, #5 women (preseason)—and why JUCO is a powerful springboard for recruits.We cover Holt's 20+ years at East Newton HS (17 conference titles, 17 district titles, 6 state trophies), the origins of SWMO Running Camp (400+ campers), Crowder's international recruiting pipeline (Kenya), training philosophy (tempos, threshold hills, 1K benchmarks), life in the Ozarks (real trails, real hills), and a 2025 schedule that points straight at Fort Dodge—plus whether the team will double back for the NJCAA Half Marathon Championship.If you're a high school XC/TF athlete, parent, or coach exploring JUCO → NCAA D1/D2/D3/NAIA pathways, this episode is packed with real talk on scholarships, fit, culture, development, and competing right away.

In this week's episode of Black. Girl. Iowa., host Emili J sits down with La Toshia Burrell, licensed massage therapist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Redefine & Reveal Massage Therapy and Bodywork.Born and raised in Fort Dodge, La Toshia shares her journey from competitive athletics and collegiate coaching to discovering her true calling in wellness and healing. She opens up about navigating identity in predominantly white spaces, overcoming challenges in higher education, and the pivotal decision to bet on herself as a single mother and entrepreneur.La Toshia also discusses her trauma-informed healing program, Render a Respite, which provides massage therapy for individuals in marginalized communities, and reflects on the importance of safe touch, body awareness, and redefining massage as a tool for health—not just luxury.Together, Emili and La Toshia talk about:Growing up biracial in Iowa and finding belonging.The role of athletics in shaping discipline, resilience, and purpose.The power of safe, therapeutic touch in addressing trauma.Building a purpose-driven business while navigating imposter syndrome.The importance of mentorship, collaboration, and betting on yourself.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, wellness advocate, or simply seeking encouragement to take the next step in your journey—this episode will leave you inspired to “do it afraid” and walk fully in your purpose.Connect with Redefine & Reveal Massage Therapy & BodyworkWebsite: www.redefineandreveal.comEmail: massage@redefineandreveal.comInstagram/Facebook: @redefineandrevealSupport Render a Respite: Donations start at just $10.Want more Black. Girl. Iowa.?Check out more ways to connect, reflect, and support the movement:Website: www.blackgirliowa.comInstagram: @blackgirliowaTikTok: @blackgirliowaShop: BlackGirlIowaShop on Etsy — apparel (sweatshirts & t-shirts) and journaling kits

In this Parenting is a Joke episode, comedian Andrea Marie talks about founding the Moms Unhinged Comedy Tour after becoming an empty nester and realizing she finally had the freedom to hit the road. She shares with host Ophira Eisenberg how her unconventional upbringing with a prank-loving mom who once greeted boyfriends in a gorilla costume—and even trained as an Italian-style clown—shaped her sense of humor. Andrea describes her first career as a Facebook marketing expert and author before pivoting into stand-up, where her earliest jokes came from midlife crises and parenting fails rather than ad campaigns. She reflects on juggling speaking gigs while raising kids, from blogging under an umbrella at water parks to arranging her schedule around school breaks. The conversation also covers her divorce, the loss of her mother, and the strange world of “cemetery surge pricing.” Andrea recalls wild moments from Moms Unhinged shows, like a woman breaking her ankle in Bend, Oregon, another falling down the stairs in Fort Dodge, and having to bounce a disruptive audience member in her hometown. She admits producing and performing can feel like being “the mom” of the show, but the sold-out theaters and grateful audiences—especially women new to comedy—have made it worthwhile. The episode closes with Andrea laughing about the Chardonnay shortages that nearly sparked a mutiny at Martha's Vineyard, proof that the “unhinged” part of the tour title is sometimes more literal than metaphorical.