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In this heartwarming episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty sits down with two incredible authors who are changing the landscape of children's literature. First up is Rajani LaRocca, a physician & author who's making waves with her powerful new picture book, "Some of Us: A Story of Citizenship in the United States." LaRocca's book is more than just a children's story—it's a celebration of immigration, diversity, and the true meaning of being an American. Drawing from her own experience as a naturalized citizen, she explores how people from different backgrounds contribute to the rich tapestry of American society. The book has already garnered critical acclaim, including three starred trade reviews and an Indie Next Pick. What makes LaRocca's work truly special is her ability to balance her medical career with her passion for writing. She sees both professions as opportunities to connect with people and tell meaningful stories. From addressing book banning controversies to creating narratives that spark important conversations, LaRocca is committed to writing books that matter. The episode also features a fascinating conversation with Etienne Labuschagne, a High Court judge from South Africa who has written "Bedtime for Clever Kids." His collection of stories, inspired by his own grandchildren, showcases the power of storytelling to bridge generations and explore complex topics through a child's perspective. Both authors demonstrate how children's literature can be a powerful tool for understanding the world, promoting empathy, and sparking meaningful conversations between parents and children. Whether you're a parent looking for meaningful books to read with your kids, an educator interested in diverse storytelling, or simply someone who loves a good book, this episode offers something for everyone. It's a reminder that stories have the power to connect us, teach us, and help us understand each other a little better. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that celebrates creativity, citizenship, and the magic of reading together! Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!  

In this episode, meet award-winning journalists Amy Larocca, Karen Hao, and Amanda Hess. Each of these seasoned reporters have taken deep dives into major new developments in the worlds of culture and technology, and their audiobooks are nothing short of illuminating. Hear Amy Larocca on how the wellness trend has eclipsed fashion as the “it” commodity, Karen Hao on what's missing from the public discussion of AI, and Amanda Hess on having a child in the digital age, and what was most “confrontational” about recording her audiobook. How to Be Well by Amy Larocca https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/599403/how-to-be-well-by-amy-larocca/9798217013388/ Empire of AI by Karen Hao https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/743569/empire-of-ai-by-karen-hao/9798217072453/ Second Life by Amanda Hess https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721361/second-life-by-amanda-hess/9798217066155/

In this unsettling and unforgettable episode, acclaimed author Eric LaRocca joins host Vincent Midgard to delve into his haunting new novel At Dark I Become Loathsome—a disturbing tale of grief, ritual rebirth, and self-destruction. LaRocca discusses the real-life burial therapy practices that inspired the story, the claustrophobic horror of confronting mortality, and his fascination with the grotesque, both physical and emotional.They explore themes of nihilism, body modification, queer identity, and the allure of writing about what terrifies us most. LaRocca also opens up about his creative process, the challenge of writing extreme material responsibly, and how transgressive fiction can be both cathartic and dangerous. If you've ever wondered what it means to write horror that lingers, this conversation digs deep—sometimes literally.Website: https://ericlarocca.com/Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01GU8Q9W8?ccs_id=0f22c7d3-e714-4835-b86e-44599d09a02aInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eric_larocca/?hl=enX: https://x.com/eric_larocca?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericlarocca/

"The one that really surprised me was the organic humane Certified Egg Farm. I thought Humane Certified would at least mean that I would see some chickens running around somewhere, but it looked exactly the [00:00:30] same as any other egg facility. They were just big warehouses. You don't see a chicken anywhere in sight. And then I learned, of course, that, um, you know, the this whole free range, pasture raised terminology doesn't really mean anything." - Isabella La Rocca Gonzalez Isabella LaRocca Gonzalez is an artist, author, and activist. Her work is part of a long tradition in art and photography to bring to light and find beauty in the hidden, unconscious or disregarded. Her most recent book is called Censored Landscapes. It's a long term photographic project that unveils the hidden reality of animal agriculture.   

Was passiert, wenn deine tiefste Begeisterung auf Ablehnung stößt – sogar bei den Liebsten? In dieser Predigt nimmt dich Pastor Alex mit in die fesselnde Geschichte von König David, dessen ausgelassener Tanz vor Gott von seiner Frau Michal scharf kritisiert wurde. Erfahre, wie David seine authentische Leidenschaft verteidigte, warum Gott Unikate liebt und wie echtes Feuer im Herzen Segen magisch anzieht. Eine Predigt, die zeigt: Wahre Begeisterung kommt von Gott und befähigt dich, jede Hürde zu überwinden. Gleich reinhören und dein Feuer neu entfachen lassen!Für dein persönliches Wachstum:Zusammenfassung und Fragen

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-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don't have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn't happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It's my questions and statements without their answers.  I'm leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they'll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…  This week we're putting focus on my missed opportunity with YA author Rajani La Rocca… Missed Opportunity.  A lost piece of history.  You know the questions.  Let's locate the reactions.  The door is always open.  If you are or know Rajani La Rocca please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that's arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don't have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn't happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It's my questions and statements without their answers.  I'm leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they'll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…  This week we're putting focus on my missed opportunity with YA author Rajani La Rocca… Missed Opportunity.  A lost piece of history.  You know the questions.  Let's locate the reactions.  The door is always open.  If you are or know Rajani La Rocca please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that's arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Send us a textThe path to reclaiming land governance is far from easy, but adding lands to a First Nation's land base is essential for a community's long-term sustainability.In this special series, we explore why the federal Additions-to-Reserve policy matters to First Nations. We unpack the intricacies of land rights in conversations with leaders demanding change to an often slow and complex process..which even the Government of Canada admits is broken.In this episode, host Richard Perry speaks with Chief Kelly LaRocca of Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation in Ontario.LINKS:Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation websiteFirst Nations Land Management Resource Centre websiteFederal Additions-to-Reserve Policy Redesign (Canada)

On this special episode host Dr. Nick recorded live at HIMSS25 with Lou LaRocca, President & CEO J2 Interactive and Sean Kennedy, Head of Product, HealthShare, InterSystems. Interoperability collaborators Intersystems and J2 share insights on payer-provider opportunity to reduce admin burden and ease patient access; interoperability with community-based organizations (CBOs); and HIEs growing and establishing CIE frameworks. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Today my guest is Paulina Larocca, Creativity Author, Trainer and Provocateur. In this episode, we discuss the relationship between creativity and innovation, and Paulina's studies in pursuing a Master's in Creative Problem Solving. Paulina offers insights into creativity, and the significance of embodiment practices and self-reflection in fostering creativity and personal growth. Paulina explains that connecting with the body and the environment can lead to powerful insights and creative breakthroughs. We chat about moments of stillness in our day and how this stillness can often bring in profound moments of insight. Paulina encourages people, especially those who might be a little sceptical, to deepen their relationship with creative practice and explore its potential. Links: https://paulinalarocca.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulina-larocca-b455044/

Il Vicario Generale della Diocesi di Tortona, don Francesco Larocca ci parla del valore della figura di San Marziano oggi e degli appuntamenti religiosi che si terranno in occasione del 6 marzo a Tortona.

On this episode, we are thrilled to talk to CMAA's 2025 Chair Richard LaRocca, CCM, CCE. He shares his family history in clubs and hospitality, as well as his plans for the year and what's most important to him. Learn more about Richard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCR5y-RIZ_s View Richard's acceptance speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1303Zc470I

[…] Trop chokbar pour parler, la Salle 101 s’éclate au sol et t’abreuve de cette science-fiction moite et dure qui fait ta joie, regarde : The narrator, d’un certain Michael Cisco. L’agneau égorgera le lion, d’une certaine Margaret Killjoy. As-tu mérité tes yeux ?, d’un certain Éric LaRocca. Autant dire que ça rigole assez peu, […]

Abby Larocca - Marketing Manager Hyde Park Festival The Hyde Park Festival is an annual event run by the Rotary Club of North Perth for the past 36 years. The event is located in the iconic Hyde Park in North Perth, Western Australia. It provides an array of stalls, markets, food trucks, rides, and entertainment all weekend long. All proceeds support community projects including our principal beneficiary, the Path of Hope, who provide safety and empowerment to women and their children escaping domestic violence. On Sunday 2 March 2025 from 10am to 8pm and Monday 3 March 2025 from 10am to 5pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan. 16, 2025 | Tesla Cybertruck demand plummets; KPMG's Lenny LaRocca by Automotive News

Who wouldn’t want to be a “Creative Catalyst”! With a background as both a practicing and academic creative, Paulina Larocca shares her powerful insights about the role of respect, the importance of ‘movement’ and the need to ask the right questions when developing creative ideas. For her, ideas are easy - it's framing the questions in the right way that generates results. With over 20 years of experience leading global innovation teams and lecturing in creativity, she explains how asking the right questions can unlock creativity and how organizations can foster innovation through curiosity, authenticity, and collaboration. As the author of three books on creativity (including “The Holey Bible”) and a soon-to-be PhD in creativity and innovation, Paulina offers practical insights to help business people develop sustainable, innovative solutions. (And, listen out for a very special “ bonding moment” as Paul and Paulina discover a shared interest in watercolour painting!). LINKS: Paulina Larocca - Special Guest Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/me?trk=p_mwlite_feed-secondary_nav Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paulina_larocca_creative?igsh=OTNzdWhqdHdxcHI1&utm_source=qr Website - https://paulinalarocca.com/ Paul Fairweather - Co-host https://www.paulfairweather.com Chris Meredith - Co-host https://www.chrismeredith.com.au Two Common Creatives https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Pittsburgh Mafia family, until 1956, the leader of the Mafia family was Frank Amato. He ran it until he was struck by a kidney disease and was forced to resign and become the underboss. His place was taken by Sebastian LaRocca known as "John" LaRocca. It is said that there were family relations between Franck Amato and La Rocca.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-the-american-mafia--4722947/support.

Call Caryn's personal archive number to hear the most recent five episodes of It's All About Food: 1-701-719-0885 Isabella La Rocca González, Censored Landscapes Isabella La Rocca González is an artist and activist based in the United States. Her work is part of a long tradition in art and photography: to bring to light and find beauty in the disregarded, hidden, or unconscious. As a first-generation American, she strives to reconcile values from her Indigenous Mexican roots with her European heritage. Her photographs have been exhibited internationally, including a solo show at the Center for Photography in Woodstock, NY. Her creative nonfiction works have been published in various venues, including the Women Eco Artist Dialog Magazine and the Everything from Nothing Journal. Her screenplay, Fugue 9, was chosen as a finalist for the 2008 Sundance Screenwriter's Lab. She received her BA in fine arts from the University of Pennsylvania, and her MFA in Photography from Indiana University. After thirty years teaching art and photography on the post-secondary level, she has left academia to devote herself full time to her art practice and to growing a native pollinator garden. Links mentioned in this podcast: Heather Cox Richardson Newsletter

Cybersecurity is more crucial than ever. It's essential that we proactively safeguard our data and recognize that no one is immune to attacks. We are all vulnerable. As malicious actors continually enhance their tactics, we must stay one step ahead by consistently improving our defenses. Today's guest is Vincent LaRocca. Vincent is the CEO of CyberSecOp with the commitment to protecting sensitive data and mitigating cyber threats. With over two decades of experience, Vincent has successfully steered CyberSecOp to become one of the world's fastest growing managed security providers, specializing in cybersecurity assessments, breach management, and risk management consulting. Show Notes: [1:15] - Vincent shares his background and how he found himself working in cybersecurity. [2:40] - Even the experts are vulnerable. Vincent shares an experience he had with fraud at his bank. [4:16] - Cyber threat trends are moving to AI. [6:19] - As consumers, we need to be aware of how AI is using our data and what we give it permission to have access to. [8:19] - AI isn't going anywhere. It will continue to grow and develop. [9:16] - Threat actors are unfortunately usually one step ahead of defenses. They are using AI to exploit vulnerabilities. [11:54] - AI gives threat actors even more reach. The number of incidents and scams are extremely high and will multiply. [13:59] - Small organizations and business owners are hit pretty hard by breaches since they often do not have a cybersecurity team. [16:09] - Vincent shares some of the traits and qualifications that are good to look for in cybersecurity professionals for small businesses. [19:07] - Defenses are built against things that we know about, not things we don't know about. [21:27] - There are things that can be done that are free or more cost-effective. [23:40] - There's no point in putting a fancy lock on the front door if there's nothing protecting the back door. [27:06] - Even if an organization has invested in cybersecurity and knows how to keep data safe, if their partners or vendors do not, it means very little. [28:31] - There are so many breaches that have happened that we don't even know about and our data is out there mixed in with so much more. [30:31] - We are a part of an AI revolution currently and the landscape of AI will be completely different in just a few years. [33:58] - The tools for cybersecurity, including machine learning, are improving every day as well. [37:09] - Don't turn a blind eye and assume you can't afford protection. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest Vincent LaRocca on LinkedIn CyberSecOp Website

Isabella La Rocca González is an award-winning artist, author, and activist. Her work is part of a long tradition in art and photography: to bring to light and find beauty in the hidden, unconscious, or disregarded. As the daughter of emigrants from Mexico and Italy, she strives to reconcile values from her Indigenous roots with her European heritage. Her photographs have been exhibited internationally including a solo show at the Center for Photography in Woodstock, NY. Awards for her work include the Ferguson Grant from the Friends of Photography in San Francisco, CA for excellence and commitment to the field of photography. She received her BA in Fine Arts from the University of Pennsylvania, and her MFA in Photography from Indiana University. Isabella's new book, Censored Landscapes: The Hidden Reality of Farming Animals, is a photographic exploration that tells a story in which the central characters are innocent of any crime and yet are condemned to imprisonment, torture, and death. It's a true story of ecological destruction, of worker exploitation—mostly people of color—and of secretive corporations protected by laws and enriched by government subsidies and lobbies. It is also a story that offers insight and healing. Isabella discusses how the photographs she took after a rescue of thousands of hens in Turlock, California became the inspiration for this project. She and Hope discuss how farming animals is a colonial import, the myth of grass-fed and other humane hoax labels, and the importance of photography to tell a story in a vivid and authentic way. Resources:Buy the Book- Censored Landscapes: The Hidden Reality of Farming Animals  Support this podcast:Compassionate Living Hope for the Animals Podcast

In this episode of The Book Fix, Yajaira and Cheli dive into the unsettling world of This Skin Was Once Mine and Other Disturbances by Eric LaRocca. The hosts explore the deeply disturbing and macabre themes present in LaRocca's collection of short stories, each one reflecting on the horrors that lurk beneath the surface of human experience. They discuss the raw, emotional impact of the narrative, LaRocca's knack for psychological horror, and the way he captures both body horror and existential dread. Join the besties as they discuss whether or not they would recommend this horror book! Support the showbecome our Patron ♡ https://www.patreon.com/BookFixbuy us a book ♡ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebookfixBusiness Inquiries: thebookfixpodcast@gmail.comfollow us on Tiktok! ♡ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebookfix

Send us a textHey Pickles!We hope you're doing well!In this week's episode, we'll tell you all about vending at Fall at the Farm at Mockingbird Farms Animal Sanctuary!Our Main Topic is What's New in Vegan News!Here are some links you should check out.Info on Vegan restaurants closing: https://vegnews.com/vegan-restaurant-closuresSign the petition to save the dolphins at Disney from exploitation: https://www.dolphinproject.com/epcot-dolphins-in-disney-world/Ballot initiatives to follow:https://www.marinij.com/2024/10/07/voters-in-northern-california-county-to-vote-on-whether-to-allow-large-scale-farms/https://sentientmedia.org/denver-ban-slaughterhouses/In our Noteworthy segment, we'll introduce you to a wonderful new book by author, photographer, and animal advocate, Isabella La Rocca Gonzalez called Censored Landscapes: The Hidden Reality of Farming Animals. You can get the book here:   https://amzn.to/4dPtd9POur Vegan Org of the Week is Animal Outlook. This amazing organization sends members undercover into farmed animal operations to uncover cruelty.Find out more about their work here: https://animaloutlook.orgWe have a new restaurant in our Vegan Restaurant SOS series, and more!Hey! We need more Listener Shout Outs!! If you listen and you haven't contacted us to let us know you're out there, please do!Thanks so much for spending some of your day with us. We really appreciate you!Love, Sam & ChristineSupport the showJoin Our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/CompassionandcucumbersSign Up For Our Newsletterhttps://www.compassionandcucumbers.comOur YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsUVisit Our Website https://www.compassionandcucumbers.comSam's Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworksJoin the AFA Vegan Voter Hub https://agriculturefairnessalliance.org/vegan-voter-hub/

Ethan's friend Laurén Larocca joins the podcast today to share her experiences with both her own health journey, and the research journey she has embarked on to improve her health and the health of those around her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. LaRocca's joy and brilliance are obvious as we take a deep dive into her award-winning middle grade novels and her picture books. Her books capture her love of medicine, Shakespeare, cooking, baseball, math, and her SE Asian heritage. She confronts tough issues like cancer, anxiety, and loneliness and fun topics like magic and music. I can't recommend more highly her books for kids of all ages.You can find Dr. Paige's website at :www.mindfulhappykids.com

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Hospitality runs in the family. Alexandria LaRocca, Director of Member Engagement at The Beach Point Club in Mamaroneck, New York, and Matt Assumma, who served at Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, join the podcast. And, they've known each other for years, and we mean for years, since they were kids. Alexandria and Matt are both offspring of well-known and highly regarded club managers, having grown up in the industry. Their respective backgrounds highlight how important both human resources and hospitality are in the private members club industry. Ocean Reef Club And Gaining Membership Through Visitation Matt spent eight years at one of the leading clubs in the country, Ocean Reef. He notes how he worked his way up through the ranks from banqueting and ended up working in the membership department, where he would flag visitors who may have visited the club more than twice in five years, but who had not expressed an interest in gaining membership. Membership plays such an important role at any club through events, such as outings and member guests, but for a iconic club on the tip of Key Largo, perhaps new members can be even more significant. Ocean Reef, although a private club, can be seen as a destination with both a conference center and an inn on property. Matt notes the friction that can be caused between hosting events, attracting new members and the tradition of a small, fishing village which was the dream of its founder and present-day members, according to Assuma. Member Communications LaRocca notes that although email is very strong, different messages require different timings and different avenues of communication. Tennis, food and beverage, and timing of delivery all affect how communications are received by her elite and private membership at Beach Point Club. She realizes that with the numerous clubs in the area, a director of membership really is forced to know the entire brand – not just the activities at the club – but the brand that is the club's identity. That identity separates the club from its many competitors, especially in the Westchester/Fairfield county areas of New York and Connecticut. The Pros and Cons of Living On Property Assumma lived on campus at Ocean Reef for a year before he, for the first time in his life, commuted from a property off campus during his time in the industry. Housing can attract great talent, especially since many may be on J1 or H2B visas, states LaRocca. But, there are times when living on property can be difficult. Your thought process may be that you can never be “off duty” or a member might find you late at night as they might need their clubs for an early-morning flight, as has happened to Assumma. In looking back at their respective careers, it's clear that perhaps the hardest job one might have in the private members club arena is running a dining room. With that said, both these individuals started doing that as teenagers working with their fathers, and food and beverage is clearly a life-long love as well as a wonderful way to learn the club industry from the inside out.

Red, White and Whole by Rajani LaRoccaSome days, Reha wonders just how she can navigate between her mother's expectations that she hold true to what her mom believes is a true Indian girl, and just being an American kid. In middle school, it seems harder than ever to find the right path, even with what to wear to school. But then something happens that makes Reha feel closer to her mother and wondering if she has to chose. Recommended for grades 6 and up. 

My guest this week is Grammy-nominated producer-engineer-scoring mixer Jason LaRocca, who has recorded and mixed music for major motion pictures, games and television. Known for mixing the score of "The Lord of The Rings: Rings of Power" series, Marvel's "Morbius" and more, Jason recently mixed the Grammy-nominated albums "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and the "God of War: Ragnarok" soundtrack. He has also recorded and mixed for such top recording artists as Jay-Z, CeeLo Green, Fiona Apple, Schoolboy Q and Serj Tankian, of System of a Down. Jason was guest back on podcast #441 a couple of years ago, but I thought I'd have him back to give us an update about what's going on in television, gaming and film mixing. During the interview we spoke about the enormous number of tracks required to record Sweeny Todd, the differences between mixing a Broadway record and a game soundtrack, whether automation or clip gain is faster, his approach to immersive mixing, mixing trends in film and TV, and much more. I spoke with Jason from his studio in Los Angeles.  On the intro I looked at why the vinyl record backlog has decreased, and hit songs that almost didn't make the album.

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Sal LaRocca joined JR to discuss the exciting events surrounding NBA All-Star Weekend and how the jersey concepts came about. 

In this episide of insurance town the mayor got the opportunity to sit down with the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Matt Larocca of AgencyZoom. We enjoyed a nice stroll down memory lane. Talked about how he got in the industry from the beverage industry within got into the importance of the sales cycle and using CRM‘s.SponsorsSmart ChoiceCanopy connectOlde school marketingManscaped 

Loki Karuna shares a few words following his live "New Blue Sun" experience, chats with Joe LaRocca about the benefits (and challenges) of being a multi-instrumentalist, and expounds on a controversial statement by the late Langston Hughes."New Blue Sun" by André 3000Joe LaRocca"The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain"  ★ Support this podcast ★

There is a great deal of attention being devoted to extending the lifespan, but what about the “health span” – the period of our lives during which we are not simply continuing to have a pulse, but rather the period during which we are healthy and productive. THAT's the period we're most interested in extending – and today we have one of the foremost experts on the subject, the head of the Healthspan Lab at Colorado State University – Dr. Tom LaRocca. He and his team study what is happening beneath the surface as we age and how we can utilize the findings to extend that period of health and impact – the period of life I think we all care most about.Thank you for joining us here on the Catalyst 360 podcast, your source for engaging, evidence-based health, wellness & performance insights. This is such an incredible time of the year with so much energy and engagement around making positive changes in our lives. We appreciate you allowing us to be a part of your journey each week.Looking for weekly tips, tricks and turbo boosts to enhance your life? Sign up for the CATALYST COMPASS here, a brief weekly compilation of ideas, evidence-based concepts and encouragement to improve your personal and professional life! Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ YouTube Coaching Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachingChannel Contact us: Results@CatalystCoaching360.comTwitter: @Catalyst2ThriveWebsite: CatalystCoaching360.comIf you are a current or future health & wellness coach, please check out our Health & Wellness Coaching Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/278207545599218. This is a wonderful group if you are looking for encouragement, ideas, resources and more.

Sebastian La Rocca, who is the Argentina-born chef at the restaurant FYR in my hometown of Columbus, Ohio. It's a Latin American live fire restaurant that opened inside of a new Hilton Columbus Downtown Hotel right on High Street in the middle of the city in late 2022. I have known Sebastian for years from his work in Costa Rica, where he ran the restaurant at the El Mangroove Hotel in Guanacaste, and then opened up an open fire restaurant called Botanika outside of San José, which was one of New Worlder's Best New Restaurants when it opened. When he told me he was moving to Columbus I was completely surprised, but I immediately thought that it was one of the smartest decisions any chef I've ever met has made. I can tell just from my interactions with him over the past year that he is happier. He went to cook in a city that appreciates what he can do and not to win awards and recognition, though he is getting it anyway. It was a decision to move his family there so they could live a happier life. So many young chefs tell me they want to open in New York or somewhere because it is their dream. Really, that's your dream as a cook? Shouldn't it be to make good food that people enjoy and provides you a comfortable life? That can be New York or San Francisco or London or Tokyo, but it doesn't have to be. You can cook from anywhere. There are cities like Columbus everywhere. Why not open in Trujillo, Peru instead of Lima? Or Manaus instead of Sao Paulo? Every cook I know that's moved outside the centralized media market, outside of the industry bubble and found their place has been a thousand times happier and they are cooking better food for it. Fyr, Sebastian's restaurant, has been getting great reviews in local media and he has been bringing a lot of prominent Latin American chefs to Ohio to cook at the restaurant, such as Costa Rica's Pablo Bonilla and Panama's Mario Castrellón. It's kind of weird. These are guys I know from Latin America an have written about a lot that are suddenly in Columbus. It's kind of two worlds colliding for me.I grew up here and went to college here. It's basically all I knew until I was in my 20s. I've talked a lot on this podcast about growing up completely disconnected from where the food I ate was coming from. On the episode with Farmer Lee Jones, who runs Chef's Garden in northern Ohio, I talk about how there weren't any farms around. There were just corn and soy fields you drove past on the highway. And all of the restaurants were chains and concepts. I started writing about food in Ohio when I was 19, I think, and it wasn't really until then that I started questioning things. A culinary movement was just beginning there then, with Jeni's, now a well-known ice cream purveyor, opening in the North Market. There were a handful of fine dining restaurants that were being vocal about supporting local farms, and after I left it just kept kind of evolving. There are really great restaurants there now, both at the high and low end. My old neighborhood is full of Nepalese, Mexican and Salvadoran restaurants, and there has been a lot influence from North Africa and Southeast Asia elsewhere in the city. There are still too many concept restaurants for my taste, but there are more restaurants that are created organically and have creative food with good ingredients and nice drinks to balance it out. It's a very different place from where I grew up and it's because of people like Sebastian moving there and bringing new ideas.Read more at New Worlder.

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Today we're giving thanks to the act that has united communities, broken boundaries, and salvaged many a holiday season since the dawn of time: day drinking. Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Chris LaRocca joins us at the bar today as we get to the square root of the math rock genre, construct a biopic dream cast, and discuss his debut album, i cried my eyes out. Which reminds us- speaking of dread, make sure to write down our 'Mood' playlist recommendations for the commute back to your parent's house. Gotta lock in that 'cool cousin' slot before it's too late. *Please drink responsibly* Manic Maple 2oz Bourbon 3/4 oz of Lemon Juice 1/2 oz of Maple Syrup Ginger Beer Cinnamon Nutmeg Cinnamon Stick Lemon Slice Shake bourbon, lemon juice, and maple syrup with ice. Strain into rocks glass with ice. Top with ginger beer. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg to taste. Garnish with cinnamon stick, a lemon slice, and shaved ginger, which yes we are adding retroactively. Don't judge us. Chris LaRocca on Spotify Chris LaRocca on Instagram Chris LaRocca on Twitter Chris LaRocca on TikTok   Tune & Tumblers "What Have You Been Listening To?" Playlist: https://spoti.fi/3xkPn25   Theme Music by New New Girlfriend   Tunes & Tumblers on Instagram Tunes & Tumblers on Twitter Tunes & Tumblers on Facebook Tunes & Tumblers on Spotify  Call or Text the Tunes & Tumblers Hotline: (626) 604-6477 Cover art by Travis Williams   Tunes & Tumblers is a member of the Pantheon Media family of podcasts --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tunes--tumblers/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're giving thanks to the act that has united communities, broken boundaries, and salvaged many a holiday season since the dawn of time: day drinking. Singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Chris LaRocca joins us at the bar today as we get to the square root of the math rock genre, construct a biopic dream cast, and discuss his debut album, i cried my eyes out. Which reminds us- speaking of dread, make sure to write down our 'Mood' playlist recommendations for the commute back to your parent's house. Gotta lock in that 'cool cousin' slot before it's too late. *Please drink responsibly* Manic Maple 2oz Bourbon 3/4 oz of Lemon Juice 1/2 oz of Maple Syrup Ginger Beer Cinnamon Nutmeg Cinnamon Stick Lemon Slice Shake bourbon, lemon juice, and maple syrup with ice. Strain into rocks glass with ice. Top with ginger beer. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg to taste. Garnish with cinnamon stick, a lemon slice, and shaved ginger, which yes we are adding retroactively. Don't judge us. Chris LaRocca on Spotify Chris LaRocca on Instagram Chris LaRocca on Twitter Chris LaRocca on TikTok   Tune & Tumblers "What Have You Been Listening To?" Playlist: https://spoti.fi/3xkPn25   Theme Music by New New Girlfriend   Tunes & Tumblers on Instagram Tunes & Tumblers on Twitter Tunes & Tumblers on Facebook Tunes & Tumblers on Spotify  Call or Text the Tunes & Tumblers Hotline: (626) 604-6477 Cover art by Travis Williams   Tunes & Tumblers is a member of the Pantheon Media family of podcasts --- Support Tunes & Tumblers on Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York fashion editor Amy Larocca dishes on Ivanka's fashion sense, and feminist rebranding. Originally published September, 2019

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Back in 2011, a good friend of mine who was working at the record label Nuclear Blast called me up.  I knew it was something super important if she was calling me.  When I picked up, without hesitation, she said, “Don!  I just heard your new favorite band.  They're called Graveyard and their new album is called Hisingen Blues.”  After the first listen of the album, I knew she was right.  This was a band that was doing something unlike I'd ever heard and I loved it.  Twelve years later, here I am, still a massive Graveyard fan and geeking out over their latest (and best) album, 6. It has been nothing less than surreal to watch Graveyard grow from a new band to a band that is now being considered influential and fathers of their movement.  I had the pleasure of once again speaking with guitarist Jonatan Larocca-Ramm and it was great to talk to as always.  We touched on the writing process during the Covid-19 pandemic, not taking things for granted, and the growing, strengthening bond between the members of the band.  Enjoy, y'all!

Thanks for tuning in to the Activated Authors podcast. If you're ready to ACTIVATE your author career, head on over to https://activatedauthors.com/ Eric LaRocca (he/they) is the Bram Stoker Award®-nominated and Splatterpunk Award-winning author of several works of horror and dark fiction, including the viral sensation, Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. A lover of luxury fashion and an admirer of European musical theatre, Eric can often be found roaming the streets of his home city, Boston, MA, for inspiration. In this episode we go deep into: Monsters - favorites to watch and read, favorites to write about Human monsters (e.g. true crime, serial killers) - the worst kind of horror Writing Journey - the theatre, short fiction, small presses Debut Novel that went viral! Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke NEW release (short stories re-released) How to cultivate a viral sensation - there isn't a simple answer! The perfect storm Novella - You've Lost a lot of Blood - a good follow up to the viral book What happens when there are MANY opinions about a book, controversy and the right motivation for it. Heart behind writing. The feeling of appreciation for a well received book, how to handle the amount of feedback, and the follow up book… The evolution of the creative process The writing community - finding your community and relying on them Titles - Let's talk titles! Gory murder mystery influence from the 70s/80s Influences - what speaks to you Upcoming books - Writing from the heart The importance of being authentic (your readers will know) - Being true to yourself What makes good horror Realism in characters The importance of having eyes on your work (before printing) Underrated authors that people should know more about The last show you could ever watch - fun question! Where to find Eric The meaning behind Hysteric Teeth Find out more about Eric Larocca: https://ericlarocca.com/ Get more from Activated Authors! https://activatedauthors.com/ Find out more about Daniel Willcocks https://www.danielwillcocks.com/ IG: @willcockswriter Twitter: @willcockswriter Find out more about Samantha Frost www.mastressofnone.com IG: @mastressofnone Special thanks to: Show theme: Karl Hughes Show editing: Sam Frost

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In this podcast, we chat with Stephen Graham Jones, Eric LaRocca, Gemma Files, Ellen Datlow, Wendy Wagner, Jon Padgett, Cam Collins, Steve Shell, and Neil McRobert about their This Is Horror Award wins in 2021. Show notes Novel of the Year Winner: My Heart Is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones Runner-up: This Thing Between … Continue reading

This week I have long time friend Joey LaRocca from the band The Briggs, and he started a new band called The Defiant with past members of The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Street Dogs, The Offspring, and Smash Mouth, I can't wait to hear it! We go back about 20 years and he's seen me play in my bands in all shapes and sizes, we reflect on what it used to be like to book your own tours and how music has drastically changed. We also talk about how I filled in on drums for The Briggs. The post Joey LaRocca- The Briggs, The Defiant appeared first on idobi Network.

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about why he wrote Everything the Darkness Eats, split narratives, controversial scenes, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Show notes Thanks for … Continue reading

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about Everything the Darkness Eats, writing authentically, managing writing expectations, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help … Continue reading

“If there's something you really love, you need to make time for it. I think that was the first step for me, deciding that I wanted to do something for myself, for no other purpose other than I just wanted to make myself happy, to do something creative for me.”An absolute delight hearing the super-charged doctor and writer Rajani LaRocca talk about her love of literature and medicine! Join us as Rajani talks about growing up in Kentucky, attending medical school, and publishing so many books in so little time! Listen now on your favorite podcast app, Spotify or www.theindianedit.com and please take a second to rate us wherever you're listening so the voices of these inspiring women can be heard all over the world!SHOWNOTES FOR EPISODE 82:Read more about Rajani and her books on her website including the Newbury Honor Award winner Red, White and WholeFollow Rajani on instagram Other Books we discussed:Ouch!: All About Cuts and Other HurtsThe Westing Game by Ellen RaskinDemon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverHorse by Geraldine BrooksThe Covenant of Water by Abraham VergheseQuestions? Comments? Get in touch @theindianeditpodcast on Instagram !Special thanks to Sudipta Biswas and the team @ Boon Castle / Flying Carpet Productions for audio post-production engineering!

Paul Hodos, author of "Steel City Mafia" joins us to discuss the mob in Pittsburgh.

Rajani LaRocca, author of Mirror to Mirror, shares a poem for Poetry Month.  ADDITIONAL LINKS: Rajani LaRocca website - www.rajanilarocca.com Purchase the book - Mirror to Mirror CREDITS:   This podcast episode of The Children's Book Podcast was written, edited, and produced by Matthew Winner. For a full transcript of this episode, visit matthewcwinner.com.    Write to me or send me a message at matthewmakespods@gmail.com.    Our podcast logo was created by Duke Stebbins (https://stebs.design/).    Our music is by Podington Bear.    Podcast hosting by Libsyn.    You can support the show and buy me a coffee at www.matthewcwinner.com.   We are a proud member of Kids Listen, the best place to discover the best in kids podcasts. Learn more at kidslisten.org.   Fellow teachers and librarians, want a way to explore building a stronger culture of reading in our communities? In The Reading Culture podcast, Beanstack co-founder Jordan Bookey hosts conversations that dive into beloved authors' personal journeys and insights into motivating young people to read. And I am a big fan! Check out the Reading Culture Podcast with Jordan Bookey, from Beanstack. Available wherever podcasts are found. DISCLAIMER: Bookshop.org affiliate links provided for any book titles mentioned in the episode. Bookshop.org support independent bookstores and also shares a small percentage of any sales made through this podcast back to me, which helps to fund production of this show.