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This week on From the Front Porch, our Summer Readings series continues! In this series, Annie introduces you to one book you should read this summer by reading an excerpt (with permission from publishers). Today, Annie reads a passage from Rachel Beanland's new book The Half Life. Use code SUMMERREADINGS at checkout to get 10% off The Half Life this week. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 591) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: The Half Life by Rachael Beanland Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachael Beanland The House Is on Fire by Rachael Beanland The Women by Kristin Hannah Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter Beyond the Point by Claire Gibson From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading A Private Man by Stephanie Sy-Quia. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, Martha, and Wendi Jenkins.
Welcome to Front Porch Chats, the official podcast of Flint Energies. Pull up a chair and grab a glass of sweet tea as we share the stories, people, and programs making a difference across our 17-county service area. From community leaders and educators to local nonprofits, economic development, member services, and the people who keep your lights on, each episode offers conversations that celebrate the power of community. Whether you're a longtime member or just getting to know Flint Energies, we're glad you're here. Welcome to the porch! Find more information about our podcast and get more information on past episodes on our blog.
This week on From the Front Porch, our Summer Readings series continues! In this series, Annie introduces you to one book you should read this summer by reading an excerpt (with permission from publishers). Today, Annie reads a passage from Jesmyn Ward's latest book On Witness and Respair. Use code SUMMERREADINGS at checkout to get 10% off On Witness and Respair this week. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 589) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: On Witness and Respair by Jesmyn Ward Men We Reaped by Jesmyn Ward What the Fireflies Knew by Kai Harris Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading The Palm House by Gwendoline Riley. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Ashley Ferrell, Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, and Wendi Jenkins.
Episode 310Welcome back to another solo Front Porch session of the M3P Podcast—your third place for nostalgia, gaming, sports, books, and laid-back conversations that feel like catching up with an old friend.This week we're heading into one of the biggest weekends of the summer. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final two teams, I finally dive into Palworld after years of playing Pokémon, and our Dungeon Crawler Carl Reading Club continues with one of the most debated stretches of Book 5.Whether you're here for sports, gaming, books, or simply another relaxing evening on the front porch, pull up a chair.⚽ Extra Time – World Cup SemifinalsThe road to the championship is almost complete.With only two nations remaining, we break down everything you need to know heading into the World Cup Finals and the Battle for Third Place.This week we discuss:
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Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny breaks down the 4-3-2-1 real estate rule. You can buy a 4-unit building as your first property, live in one unit while renting out the others, and build equity. After a few years, you’d move […]
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Campaigning on the Front Porch and the League of Nations Guest: David Pietrusza The 1920 campaign highlighted a stark contrast in styles: Harding's "front porch" campaign versus the active touring of Cox and FDR. Despite his reputation for "bloviating," Harding was a polished public speaker with a modern voice who understood how to avoid trouble. A pivotal moment occurred when Cox and FDR met a shockingly frail Wilson, leading Cox to commit fully to the League of Nations as his primary campaign issue. Pietrusza argues this was a tactical error, as the public was increasingly skeptical of international commitments. Meanwhile, the Socialist candidate Eugene Debs campaigned from a federal penitentiary, having been jailed for sedition. Though Debs won less than a million votes, his platform — containing ideas like Social Security — laid the groundwork for future American policy. This era marked the birth of modern political communication and the "next generation" of leadership. (6)
Thanks, again, SCOTUS! That whole "fire-em-if-you-got-em" ruling is already yielding Federalist Society/Heritage Foundation dividends, yeah? ICE goons murder again . . . and try to abduct the witnesses out-of-country. Nitwit Nero doesn't understand that not signing a bill means IT BECOMES LAW. I'faith, we breathe the ether of the Moronosphere. Oddly enough, I mentioned Generalissmo Fracisco Franco, who is still dead. OTOH, Moscow Mitch is become Schrödinger's Senator: both dead and alive at the same time until someone opens the box/hospital room/sliding drawer in the hospital morgue. Have an AWESOME Weekend.
This week on From the Front Porch, our Summer Readings series is back! In this series, Annie introduces you to one book you should read this summer by reading an excerpt (with permission from publishers). Today, Annie reads a passage from Anna McCallie's new book Abby Offsides. Use code SUMMERREADINGS at checkout to get 10% off Abby Offsides this week. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 589) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: Abby Offsides by Allie McCallie Conform by Ariel Sullivan Liar's Dice by Juliet Faithful Into the Blue by Emma Brodie Summer Fridays by Suzanne Rindell Play It Again by Georgia Clark Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading Garden by the Sea by Mercé Rodoreda. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Ashley Ferrell, Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, and Wendi Jenkins.
Episode 308This week is a solo Front Porch session filled with personal updates, World Cup excitement, creative projects, and another trip into the Dungeon.❤️ Front Porch Check-In Five years after being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, I share the latest from my doctor's appointment, my updated A1C, what's working, what still challenges me, and the habits that have helped me along the way.
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Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares his journey in real estate and tells the story of a couple whose lives changed after an accident and how Lenny helped them find a home. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.
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This 250th celebration could have been joyous. That was the idea when planning started in 2016, but everything goes to somewhere south of hell with Nitwit Nero. Fortunately, no one is there to get heat stroke other than his cult members. Otherwise, it's business as usual at places like Focks. Papa Leo puts another shot across Nitwit Nero's bow. Happy 250th! May our 251st be a new birth of freedom!
This week on From the Front Porch, Annie and Hunter discuss the best books of 2026 (so far)! To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 588) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: Annie First five-star read: The Reservation by Rebecca Kauffman Most surprising: Cleo Dang Would Rather Be Dead by Mai Nguyen Least favorite: Man Overboard! By Kathleen Rooney (July 7th, 2026) and Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune Next on your TBR: June Baby by Shannon Garvey Most anticipated fall release: The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman by Deesha Philyaw (September 29th, 2026), Fair Ones by Lydia Millett (October 6th, 2026) Annie's Top 10 1. Kin by Tayari Jones 2. Celestial Lights by Cecile Pin 3. Strangers by Belle Burden 4. The Reservation by Rebecca Kauffman 5. The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout 6. Anywhere Else by Rachel Knox 7. Whistler by Ann Patchett 8. Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer 9. Good People by Patmeena Shaw 10. This Is Not About Us by Allegra Goodman Hunter's Top 10 1. Brawler by Lauren Groff 2. Whidbey by Kira Madden 3. Just Watch Me by Lior Torenberg 4. Departures by Julian Barnes 5. Kin by Tayari Jones 6. Gunk by Saba Sams 7. My Dear You by Rachel Khong 8. Murder Bimbo by Rebecca Novak 9. The Complex by Karan Mahajan 10. Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading Shine On, Bright and Dangerous Object by Laurie Colwin. Hunter is reading Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Ashley Ferrell, Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, and Wendi Jenkins.
Episode 306Another solo Front Porch session is here, and we've got plenty to catch up on.
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#FactsMatter, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan podcast
In the final episode of the series #FactsMatter: Facts from the Front Porch, Guy Gordon and Eric Lupher sat down with Bridge Michigan reporter Lauren Gibbons for a candid look at Michigan's political moment. Gibbons talks about fact‑checking candidates, navigating election‑year friction, and the challenge of covering policy in a state where partisan tension often overshadows problem‑solving. The trio reflects on the unusually urgent tone of the May 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference: Michigan's economic and population warning lights aren't just flashing yellow — they're flashing red. Gibbons notes that leaders across the island seem to recognize the stakes, even if consensus on solutions remains elusive. They dig into emerging issues like data centers, AI anxiety, and the strain on local governments suddenly facing massive energy‑intensive projects. And when the conversation turns to Michigan State University's latest leadership shake‑up, Gibbons weighs in on whether structural reform — including how university boards are selected — may finally be on the table, especially with a constitutional convention question headed to voters. A fast, lively, porch‑side conversation about journalism, elections, governance, and the crossroads Michigan now faces.
I welcome colleague and friend, Ashley Bowes, up on the Front Porch. We discuss her childhood, her time spent in public education as a Special Education English Teacher and Facilitator. We also so discuss her big move from education to owning her own berry and produce farm. She tells us why she made this career move and the joy that working the earth brings her. We close out with our 10 quick questions. Learn more about Bee Tree Berry Farm!Get your Front Porch Merch!Become a Patron!Support the show
#FactsMatter, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan podcast
In a rapidly changing economy, preparing girls for the future isn't just important — it's urgent. On this episode of the #FactsMatter Podcast – Facts from the Front Porch, Eric Lupher and Guy Gordon sit down with Monica Woodson, President of the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan, for a thoughtful conversation about how one of the nation's most iconic youth organizations is reimagining its mission for a new era. Woodson is also a Trustee of the Citizens Research Council. Woodson explains how the Girl Scouts have overhauled their programming to focus on workforce development, using data, university partnerships, and collaboration with youth‑serving organizations to expose girls to careers they might never have considered. She stresses the importance of leadership, self‑advocacy, and confidence, noting that girls need both hard skills and the ability to navigate their own paths. From STEAM exploration to financial literacy and career‑focused skill building, the organization is intentionally aligning its badges, activities, and partnerships with the demands of tomorrow's job market. The conversation also highlights a major policy gap: Michigan's lack of out‑of‑school infrastructure. Woodson argues that safe, structured, high‑quality programs between school and evening hours are essential — not optional — for youth development, public safety, and long‑term talent retention. Leadership and self‑advocacy remain at the heart of the Girl Scout experience. Woodson underscores the importance of teaching girls to make decisions, speak up for themselves, and navigate challenges with confidence — skills that are essential whether they pursue college, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, or public service. A candid, forward‑looking discussion about data, collaboration, and the systems Michigan must build if it wants its young people to stay, thrive, and lead.
#FactsMatter, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan podcast
In this #FactsMatter: Front Porch Edition conversation, Monique Field-Foster, executive partner at Warner Norcross + Judd, joins host Guy Gordon and Research President Eric Lupher to explore one of the central themes of conversation in Michigan policy circles: Michigan's struggle with population growth, income growth, and political whiplash. Field-Foster reflects on her decades in government affairs and describes how Michigan's political volatility — the “purple curse” of frequent partisan swings — leads to repeated policy resets rather than sustained progress. She argues that Michigan cannot improve population growth, income growth, or educational outcomes until leaders and voters embrace common ground, continuity, and a clearer understanding of what policy choices mean for residents. The discussion also highlights a growing governance challenge: local capacity in high‑stakes economic development. As global companies pursue data center projects in Michigan, negotiations often fall to small township boards with limited staff and part‑time elected officials. Field-Foster suggests Michigan may need a state‑level framework, similar to the solar siting process, to provide consistency, address community concerns, and give businesses predictable rules of engagement. The episode underscores three themes critical for policymakers: - Policy stability matters. Michigan's habit of undoing prior administrations' work slows progress and undermines long‑term strategies. - Public understanding is essential. Headlines drive voter disengagement; clear, nonpartisan policy education is needed. - Local governments need support. Townships negotiating with multinational firms require structure, expertise, and state‑level guardrails. A timely conversation about political culture, economic competitiveness, and the structural reforms Michigan may need to move forward.
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Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny talks about what suburbs are the absolute best when downsizing and highlights neighborhoods like Tinley Park and Aurora for ranches, and Palatine and Naperville for condos. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.
Mona from the Kanabec County Fair stopped by the Front Porch.
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To be "fair," Nitwit Nero's carnival is a big, ol' flop. But if you go, watch out for Uncle Sam. Vile, thy name is (Nut)Megyn. Or Katie Miller. Or Or Or . . .
Lisa Krahn from the Seven County Senior Federation stopped by the Front Porch.
This week on From the Front Porch, Annie chats with her mom, Susie, about books for readers with PG-13 tastes. Use code SHOPMOMSELECTS at checkout online and in the store to get 10% off Susie's favorite books! To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 587) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: The Little Bookshop by the Harbor by Jean Stone The Second Story Bookshop by Denise Hunter Jump and Find Joy by Hoda Kotb Discernment by Henry Nouwen Take Good Care of the Garden and the Dogs by Heather Lende Ordinary Time - the Paperback with new essays by Annie B. Jones Royal Spin by Omid Scobie and Robin Benway More Things in Heaven and Earth by Jeff High Each Shining Hour by Jeff High A Poem to Read Aloud Every Day of the Year Edited by Liz Ison Wisdom from the Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben A Moment of Calm a Soothing Poem for every Day of the Year Edited by Ana Sampson Homecoming Meditations by Jessica Boston From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading The Foursome by Christina Baker Kline. Shop Mom is reading Summer State of Mind by Kristy Woodson Harvey. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week. Our Executive Producers are...Ashley Ferrell, Beth, Cammy Tidwell, Gene Queens, Jammie Treadwell, Joseph Shorter IV, Kimberly, Linda Lee Drozt, Nicole Marsee, Stephanie Dean, and Wendi Jenkins.
In this month's table talk episode, our three cohosts chat through the discussion questions found in this year's Good Company curriculum video by Stacey Morgan. Make sure you listen to #244, where Sherri Crandall and Stacey Morgan talk about the heart behind Stacey's video and the idea that MomCo is the front porch. We'd love to connect with you! Send us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook or email us at leaders@themom.co.You can also find our cohosts on Instagram: @andreafortenberry, @ivymamma and @sherri_crandall.Get your MOMCON tickets today.Sign up for MomCo Membership today!Learn more about The MomCo!Find a group online or in person near you.
PNL UPRN Seg#85 Paranormal Summer Guest Natalie Smearman CoHost Rob Shelsky Tue June 23rd, 2026at 5pm EST Guest Bios: In this PNL (Paranormal NL) Podcast from Newfoundland and Labrador (NL), Canada: “Paranormal Summer” Pre-recorded event with a YouTube Live-Chat Watch-Party on UPRN. Host Jen Noseworthy talks with Guest Natalie Smearman from Florida, USA. PNL Podcast Alumni-Network member & Guest Co-Host: Rob Shelsky (from North Carolina) joins the episode. Natalie Smearman is a mom, and bonus mom doing investigations throughout the US. She began experiencing Paranormal activity when she was 3 years old. Natalie started studying Bigfoot investigation methods 14 years ago, and started field investigations in 2024. Natalie is part of a Podcaster Group called The Island of Misfits. Natalie is currently filming with Relic Films with Greg Ogles (Who was on PNL S4/E8). She filmed “The Vanished” which was premiered on January 31st 2026 at a paracon, Natalie finished filming LBL “The Land Between the Lakes” in November, 2025; and also completed the filming of Beyond the Ordinary talk show with Relic Films. Natalie co-hosts multiple podcasts such as: “Paranormal Among Us” with Paranormal Paul (Who was on PNL S4/E17), NCI, and “Blondes and Boos” with Krista M. Tweedy and Brandi Butcher & new addition Boo -Marylynn Bast (Who were on PNL S3/E41). Natalie also co-Hosts NCI- North Carolina Investigators, and is part of their investigation group. Follow Natalie Smearman at https://www.facebook.com/natalie.smearman.affiliate Co-Host Guest: Rob Shelsky was previously on PNL Podcast in Season 3 and 4. Selsky is an author & MUFON field investigator. Shelsky's written over 80 books and was invited to speak at the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. Rob has a degree in science, and has also written a large number of articles for magazines. Rob has been interviewed on a number of shows, including George Noory's Coast-To-Coast AM Radio show. Shelsky was the on-camera UFO expert for a Travel Channel TV show. Find his books on Amazon Kindle, Smashwords & more. Follow Rob Shelsky on http://robshelsky.blogspot.com/ Shout out the Island of Misfits Podcaster Group whom most of are PNL Podcast Alumni Network Members from S3 & S4-Tex's Front Porch, BMR- Bigfoot Michigan Rob, Greg Ogles from Relic Films, Paranormal Paul with Paranormal Among Us, Brent Thomas with Paranormal Portal, Monica Rawlins from Our Paranormal World and many more. Check out all of their work. You'll love them Big Shout out to UPRN Producer and Manager, Michelle Desrochers. Michelle is also host of The Outer Realm Radio & Beyond the Outer Realm on UPRN www.linktr.ee/michelledesrochers_ PNL (Paranormal NL) Podcast is sponsored by the BOG team. It's a “Boots On Ground” (BOG) Paranormal investigation team doing local historic investigations in Newfoundland. PNL airs every Tue at 5pm EST on all digital platforms of UPRN (United Public Radio Network) 107.7 FM New Orleans & 105.3 Gulf Coast https://www.uprntalkradio.com JV Noseworthy (Jen) PNL Podcast & BOG Team Newfoundland & Labrador (NL), Canada Founder/Host: PNL ("Paranormal NL" Podcast) Founder/Team Lead: BOG ("Boots on Ground" Paranormal Investigation Team) Email: paranormal.nl.podcast@gmail.com Follow PNL & BOG Team at https://linktr.ee/paranormalnlpodcast and https://uprntalkradio.com/
Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny talks about how sellers can avoid lawsuits, the statutes of limitations for suing the person who sold you a home with flooding issues, and the difficulty of proving that the seller knew of prior […]
Nitwit Nero gives new meaning to "pool coverage." Fascist Italian PM earns worldwide praise for calling out a classic Julius Geezer lie. New "acting" DNI chief comes to work with a kill list.
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This week on From the Front Porch, it's an episode of Off the Shelf with Annie & Ashley! Annie is joined by friend, cousin, and former colleague, Ashley Sherlock, to chat about what they're reading – but also what they're watching, listening to, and buying. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 586) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: Annie is reading: ● Anywhere Else by Rachel Knox ● Down with the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell Moore ● The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson (out June 30) Ashley is reading: ● Brawler by Lauren Groff ● Fat Swim by Emma Copley Eisenburg ● Theo of Golden by Allen Levi ● Kin by Tayari Jones ● Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri ● The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments by Hadley Vlahos ● Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke Annie is watching: ● Off Campus ● The Dark Wizard Ashley is watching: ● Love Story ● Company Retreat ● Her shark on Fahlo Annie listening to: ● The Foursome by Christina Baker Kline ● Mumford & Sons ● Noah Kahan ● Writing music Ashley listening to: ● Porch Light by Noah Kahan ● Begin Again by Mumford and Sons ● Sleepyhead by Young and Sick Annie buying: ● House stuff Ashley buying: ● Cotton Candy grapes From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading Fair Ones (out October 6) by Lydia Millet. Ashley is reading Anywhere Else by Rachel Knox. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week.
Sherri Crandall chats with Stacey Morgan about the purpose of MomCo and how we are an important extension of the local church. We'd love to connect with you! Send us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook or email us at leaders@themom.co.You can connect with Stacey at staceymorgan2000.com or @staceymorgan2000 on Instagram.You can also find our cohosts on Instagram: @andreafortenberry, @ivymamma and @sherri_crandall.Get your MOMCON tickets today.Sign up for MomCo Membership today!Learn more about The MomCo!Find a group online or in person near you.
Back to winging it, this time back where it all started in Rocky Mount at the home of host Billy Riddle, except we are remodeling so even the office is occupied. Simon wasn't able to make it, but Chip made his way in and we got caught up on the drought, surprises at Disney, the difference in "military" and "veteran", beef sales in America, the Annual Meeting, and much more.Support the show
Our first co-author interview! We meet Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne, the funny and thoughtful authors of THE MIDNIGHT SHOW. These two have great writing chemistry that s evident on the page and in our discussion. They have co-written three previous novels and are also independent authors. We discuss how they came to write together and how their co-writing has evolved over four books. We're thrilled to learn that their first co-written novel, THE ANTIQUITY AFFAIR, features two sisters on an Indiana Jones-type adventure. That book will be added to our TBR lists. We learn how Lee and Jennifer devised and executed the unique, mixed media form of THE MIDNIGHT SHOW. Hot tip: they've played with inserting bits of mixed media since their first novel. In THE MIDNIGHT SHOW, well, they went 100% in and it's fabulous. We discuss some of the challenges working women and women comedians faced back in the day, oh, and still face. We also discuss generational perspectives on these challenges. But we also laugh a lot together. Just four Pennsylvania girls having a great hang on the Front Porch!
This week on From the Front Porch, Annie is joined by her actual dad and The Bookshelf's Shop Dad, Chris! Annie and Chris chat about his reading life and some of his favorite books in honor of Father's Day. These books are perfect for giving to your own dad or anyone who's been there for you like a dad. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 585) or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: The Man No One Believed: The Untold Story of the Georgia Church Murders by Joshua Sharpe A Killer Wedding by Joan O'Leary Daikon by Samuel Hawley Running Deep by Tom Clavin James by Percival Everett Bone Valley: A True Story of Injustice and Redemption in the Heart of Florida by Gilbert King Beartown by Fredrik Backman The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmond Fitzgerald by John U. Bacon So Far Gone by Jess Walter Warning Signs by Tracy Sierra All Carry by Gene Wojciechowski The Fourth Branch: How State Government Can Save Our Union by Daniel Squadron From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is reading This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page. Shop Dad is reading Homeschooled by Stefan Merrill Block. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week.
There is a caregiving crisis in America. We simply don't have enough caregivers to support the number of older adults who need help because of a chronic, disabling, or serious health condition. Most of that work is unrecognized and unpaid. And the situation is only getting worse as the population ages. Many experts argue that only technology can save us, with devices that can carry out caregiving tasks formerly done by humans. In this episode, we tour the aisles of The Consumer Electronics Show with Davis Park, Vice President of Transformation at a non-profit called Front Porch, to find out whether the tech cavalry is indeed on the way. His job is to evaluate and implement emerging technologies that can improve quality of life at the 20 Front Porch retirement communities in California and Florida.
This week on From the Front Porch, it's a New Release Rundown! Annie, Erin, and Olivia share the June (and some July) releases they're excited about to help you build your TBR. When you purchase or preorder any of the books they talk about, enter the code NEWRELEASEPLEASE at checkout for 10% off your order! To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 584), or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: Annie's books Whistler by Ann Patchett Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer (June 9th, 2026) The Fervent Whites by De'Shawn Carles Winslow (June 9th, 2026) JULY PICK: The Half Life by Rachel Beanland (July 14th, 2026) Olivia's books The Children by Melissa Albert The Heirs by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé Voyagers by Meg Charlton (June 16th, 2026) JULY PICK: The Mortons by Justine Larbalestier & Scott Westerfeld (July 21st, 2026) Erin's books Down with the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell Moore (June 2nd, 2026) Heather by Caitlin Mullen (June 9th, 2026) The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson (June 30th, 2026) JULY PICK: Not with a Bang by Temi Oh (July 14th, 2026) From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is listening to Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune. Olivia is reading The Final Chapter by C.B. Everett. Erin is listening to Heather by Caitlin Mullen. If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week.
This week on From the Front Porch, Annie recaps the books she read and loved in May. You get 10% off your books when you order your May Reading Recap bundle. Each month, we offer a Reading Recap bundle, which features Annie's favorite books she read that month. To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 583), or download and shop on The Bookshelf's official app: May Reading Recap Bundle - $71 Whistler by Ann Patchett (June 2nd, 2026) Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel The Blue Bistro by Elin Hilderbrand Whistler by Ann Patchett (June 2nd, 2026) Go Gentle by Maria Semple Anywhere Else by Rachel Knox The Violent Bear It Away by Flannery O'Connor Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel Her Last Breath by Taylor Adams The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune The Blue Bistro by Elin Hilderbrand From the Front Porch is a weekly podcast production of The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in South Georgia. You can follow The Bookshelf's daily happenings on Instagram and Facebook, and all the books from today's episode can be purchased online through our store website, www.bookshelfthomasville.com. A full transcript of today's episode can be found here. Special thanks to Dylan and his team at Studio D Podcast Production for sound and editing and for our theme music, which sets the perfect warm and friendly tone for our Thursday conversations. This week, Annie is listenting to The Other Florida by Gloria Jahoda (unavailable to order). If you liked what you heard in today's episode, tell us by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. You can also support us on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, monthly live Porch Visits with Annie, our monthly live Patreon Book Club with Bookshelf staffers, Conquer a Classic episodes with Hunter, and more. Just go to patreon.com/fromthefrontporch. We're so grateful for you, and we look forward to meeting back here next week.