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Best podcasts about MBF

Latest podcast episodes about MBF

mei-nus
[MEI Salon Series] Tradition within Modernism: Mosque Architecture under Singapore's Mosque Building Fund

mei-nus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 72:05


Between 1977 and 1983, the first phase of Singapore's Mosque Building Fund (MBF) played a pivotal role in shaping the architectural and social evolution of local mosques. The MBF exemplifies the state's pragmatic governance and approach to secularism, balancing religious autonomy with social cohesion and urban development. Mosque construction during this period emerged from a collaborative process involving the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), the Housing Development Board (HDB), and the Mosque Building Committee (JPM), ensuring mosque designs balanced religious needs with urban planning goals. Local mosque architecture reflects regional styles and cultural influences, with distinct Southeast Asian elements. Despite these design differences, the spiritual essence remains unified within the global umma (Muslim community). Traditional elements — such as domes, minarets, and arches — were reinterpreted through modernist ideas. These shifts align religious spaces with Singapore's urban development goals, while preserving Islamic identity within a multicultural context. The MBF mosques — such as Masjid Muhajirin (1977), Masjid Assyakirin (1978), and Masjid An-Nur (1980) — illustrate how these buildings evolved into multi-functional spaces. They serve not only as places of worship, but also as community hubs that accommodate education and social activities. This evolution reflects Singapore's unique approach to balancing religious expression with secular governance to foster social cohesion.

The CU2.0 Podcast
CU 2.0 Podcast Episode 320 Theresa Mason on American Share Insurance's Alternative to NCUA

The CU2.0 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 36:20


Send us a textNews flash: Every credit union does not have to use NCUA's National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund.Repeat: does not.Alas, federally chartered credit unions have no choice but to use NCUA's insurance product. But state chartered institutions do have a choice.Meet Theresa Mason, CEO of American Share Insurance which provides primary share insurance to around 100 state chartered credit unions in 10 states and it also provides excess share insurance to cover accounts up to $5 million and that's a product NCUA doesn't offer.American Share Insurance's Excess Share insurance subsidiary also is the insurer for the Military Banking Facilities aka Community Bank that now are operated by Navy Federal. NCUA said it couldn't insure this because the National Credit Union Act prohibits coverage of non credit union assets.The MBF operates 60 MBFs and 272 ATMs at DoD facilities overseas.  In the show Mason relates how her company scrambled to put together the needed coverage - it's a good story of innovation on the fly.Mason, in the show, talks about plans to expand American Share Insurance's footprint into more states.Listen up.Like what you are hearing? Find out how you can help sponsor this podcast here. Very affordable sponsorship packages are available. Email rjmcgarvey@gmail.com  And like this podcast on whatever service you use to stream it. That matters.  Find out more about CU2.0 and the digital transformation of credit unions here. It's a journey every credit union needs to take. Pronto

Hidden Track
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald | A Real Kind of Freedom

Hidden Track

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 33:23


Michael Bernard Fitzgerald is an artist who's always expressed what's most important to him through his songs. He's also been incredibly meticulous throughout his career, taking care to build a unique and heartfelt connection to his audience and striving to create an unforgettable live setting for his music.  He's elevated the sharing of live music to a high art in itself — whether it's inviting Calgary Folk Fest goers to join him at picnic tables to eat pie in the sun, taking to the stage with 300 backing singers at the Jubilee Auditorium or, as we hear him in this particular setting, going into his Farm Tour mode to immerse audience and performer alike in a whisper-quiet, impossibly intimate moment of musical expression.  Although his brand-new album Horizon Lines contains colossal hooks, massive production flourishes, and the trademark sense of pop music maximalism that has always made MBF's work so exhilarating. Although, the heart of his songcraft, as ever, lies in his voice and his guitar. That's the sensibility that he foregrounds during his very intimate Farm Tours, which is the very mode in which we caught up with him for this Hidden Track Session in CKUA's Live Performance Space in Edmonton.  Just ahead of the September 27th release of Horizon Lines, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald played beautifully hushed, solo acoustic renditions of the title track, first single “After a While”, and MBF staple “Good Plates”. He also shared some insight behind where the songs mugs come from, the inspiration he draws from his burgeoning family, and just exactly what a Farm Tour is all about.  Host: Grant Stovel | Producer: Scott Zielsdorf | Graphics: Craig Taffs | Music: Doug Hoyer Mixing assistance for this Session provided by Charlotte Carr.  The Hidden Track Podcast is made possible by the generosity of our donor community. Thank you for your support!

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The Lumber Word
EP 86: Back To Zero Or Up $100+ MBF More In The Next Month?

The Lumber Word

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 51:28


In this episode of "The Lumber Word," Matt, Gregg, and Ashley dive into the recent lows in lumber pricing and discuss the recent strength of the past three weeks. With some commodity funds buying back short CME positions, the big question is whether this trend will continue or if they will shift gears again. Why is there so much negativity in the market, and what does it mean for the future? Our hosts give their honest predictions and provide a thorough analysis of the current market sentiment. Supply is still trying to match up with demand—has it finally done enough? Notably, some prices have already recovered up to $80 MBF off the bottom trade price. Could we see a rally of $100+ MBF, or might we fall back to the cost of production? Join us to hear the latest insights and predictions on the market's direction! Tune in to Episode #86 to stay ahead of the curve in the lumber industry!

The Lumber Word
Is Lumber Going Down Before it goes Up?

The Lumber Word

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 42:34


 Welcome to "The Lumber Word,” podcast for 2/7/24 where we don our lumberjack shirts, grab our saws, and dive deep into the heart of the softwood lumber trading industry. This week, we've enlisted the expertise of Charles DeLaTorre to navigate the intricate world of SYP lumber. Join us as we dissect regional nuances, offering insights into the dynamic relationship between lumber sellers and buyers. Together, we embark on a speculative journey, predicting the twists and turns of the market. “Stick” around, and you'll uncover the unconventional items making waves in the industry. From the mysterious whereabouts of construction lumber in the pipeline to the soaring prices of finger joint studs, priced at a staggering $700 MBF – we leave no splinter unturned. Why are retailers hesitant, and what's the scoop on multi-family developments? If softwood lumber is your trade, make "The Lumber Word" your go-to podcast for the latest buzz and trends.  #LumberTalks #TimberTrends

My Black Friend
MBF Episode 301 - Ten Years of This DIOCK

My Black Friend

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023


Danny and Debo are back to celebrate their 10 year anniversary for MBF as they discuss Trump, football, past listeners, how it all started, streaming is terrible, Dad in a box, staycation scams, Mandy Rose, eating ass, unframed posters, toxic moms, Terriel getting raped, newspapers, and so much more! MBF Episode 300 - Ten Years of This DIOCK.(mp3)

Nuall na nÓg
I gcroílár Ghaeltacht Bhéal Feirste le Darán Ó Dochartaigh

Nuall na nÓg

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 39:58


Is beag rud níos deise ná suí cois tine le pionta Guinness i gcroílár Gaeltacht Bhéal Feirste, is cinnte é sin! Bhuail Anna isteach go Cumann Chluain Ard cúpla mhí ó shin chun caint le Darán ó Dochartaigh - aistritheoir agus gníomhaí teanga, fá stair agus todhchaí cumann cluain ard, láidreacht an teanga i mBF agus a aistear féin leis an Ghaeilge & an obair go dtí seo. Bainigí sult as!

My Black Friends
#079: We Are Walmart!

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 101:09


WE BACK. This episode is standard MBF, with a little mixed up crew -- Zo is still not back, probably won't be soon. But we keep the vibes high and things are pretty much the usual. Starts off with a quick hypothetical, then we have a few videos to get the ball rolling.  Later we talk about accents, answer some questions, and the gang learns about Ozempic and other pharmaceuticals.  Then we get into 3rd world country love potions where the secret ingredient is crotch juice. Not sure if it works, but ladies, give it a try. A few more questions, hypotheticals and videos to round the video out, and boom, we're done -- oh and don't forget the leezy special.  Make sure you leave a review if you enjoy the episode and catch us on the subreddit. 

Team Beachbody Coach Podcast
NWC REPLAY: Lacee Green

Team Beachbody Coach Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 24:37


Are you ready for a Trainer who positively radiates Health Esteem and is committed to showing that fitness comes in every shape, size, and color? If the answer is yes, then this is your moment, and Super Trainer Lacee Green is that trainer! You may recognize Lacee as the modifier from #MBF, Sure Thing, and from her popular live classes on BODi. Now, this entrepreneur, NASM-certified group fitness instructor, and proud mom is bringing her contagious positivity to a brand-new program for anyone beginning their fitness journey. Join us on this week's Wake Up Call to get to know Lacee and learn more about For Beginners Only. We know you'll leave this episode just like you leave her workouts: feeling on top of the world!

The Rumors are True! Podcast w/ Jeremy Alan Gould
Johnathon Ford (Unwed Sailor, Roadside Monument, ex Pedro the Lion, ex Mr. Bishop's Fist, ex Fellsway)

The Rumors are True! Podcast w/ Jeremy Alan Gould

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 93:21


This episode we welcome the almighty Johnathon Ford (Unwed Sailor, Roadside Monument, ex Pedro the Lion, etc). Jonathan is an extremely influential artist to many, including myselt when I first heard the band Mr. Bishops Fist on the Tooth and Nail Records Helpless Amongst Friends Vol. 1. I got the opportunity later in life to book Unwed Sailor and Native Lights(another band JFord was in at the time), Now I am grateful to call him a friend. Johnathon and I talk about MBF, Fellsway, as well as the Roadside Monument Records, the Pedro the Lion record "Its hard to find a friend" and the last 2 Unwed Sailor records Truth and Consequences and Mute the Charm. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Johnathon Ford, I know I did! https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kkPAVpkDYfXCSDzaRk6IU?si=PvLyJmxpTRiCECMtFVeC-w https://open.spotify.com/artist/5hexRMqhtlhnto12Qj45EG?si=6oy4Br8PSbyKN2tooJt0gQ https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ApdWjZjftqD77Vh6qDbCr?si=YINI2LVNQ6SeIisUWbqAzg Instagram : @therumorsaretruecast Facebook : @theratpodcast Produced by Brian Jerin @jerinkid Music by Brian Jerin @jerinkid Artwork by Brian Trummel / Mark Montgomery @chinamark

Miami Real Estate Podcast
2023 Predictions — Master Brokers Forum on South Florida market values, ChatGPT & more

Miami Real Estate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 42:55


In this episode, Miami Master Brokers Forum chair Iliana Abella joins Omar and Alicia to discuss the organization's 2023 predictions on topics including South Florida market values, ChatGPT and more.   Established in 1993, the Master Brokers Forum is a unique organization comprised of South Florida's top residential real estate professionals. The MBF provides its members with the opportunity to network and exchange ideas, stay at the cutting edge of the real estate industry and new products, and spearhead the identity of the best of real estate professionalism. Membership is limited to the region's most successful real estate professionals, and is by invitation only.   Iliana Abella is currently serving her third year as chair of the Master Brokers Forum (Miami Chapter.) She is the executive director of sales at the Abella Group at Compass, and has specialized in Miami's luxury real estate sector for more than 30 years.   For more information, visit www.masterbrokersforum.com.

Resilient Faith
Mission Partner Highlight - Medical Benevolence Foundation: How spiritual healing is a necessity in medical care

Resilient Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 36:56


In this episode, you will learn about our Mission Partner, MBF and how Spiritual healing is necessary in medical healing of the body. Our guest is Patrick Coughlin, VP of Partner Engagement. He will share the reason behind the mission and how and why MBF started. About Patrick:Patrick Coughlin was called to Medical Benevolence Foundation (MBF) in May of 2018. As Vice President of Partner Engagement, Patrick is responsible for setting and implementing strategy to connect U.S. partners with overseas partners. He leads an MBF team, which spans coast to coast, engaging churches, foundations, families, and individuals in medical ministry in developing countries.Patrick's primary functions include communicating the needs, goals, and successes of partners in under-resourced countries, securing support from U.S. partners to meet those needs, leading mission trips, and helping grow the MBF organization.With strong leadership skills in strategic planning, team building, and communication, Patrick was chief executive officer of five chambers of commerce and founded 4ward consulting before joining MBF. His experience in building communities taught him the need to positively impact several foundational issues at once, to build capacity, and to enable populations to seize opportunities. Building sustainable medical ministries through MBF requires the same approach.Patrick, his wife Melanie, and daughter Isabella share their blessings by finding opportunities to serve as the hands of Christ by sponsoring a child in Mali, participating in their church's sponsorship of a class in Haiti, supporting local churches' mission events which serve the poor and disadvantaged, contributing to ministries which fight the sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking of teen girls, and of course, supporting MBF.How to connect with MBF:https://mbf.org/Support the showSupport us here:https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-ministry/ BPC Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/BrentwoodPresbyterianChurch

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives
Episode 20 | 2023 Ins & Outs

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 37:34


Happy New Year! In this episode, hosts Sofia & Nisha discuss goal-setting, their personal "Ins & Outs" for 2023, and the internet's trend predictions for the new year. Buckle up because this episode will take you on a bumpy ride from spa showers and grocery shopping to raves, galaxy hair, and declaring the cloud couch as officially cancelled. The hosts also dive into some big questions including (and not limited to): Is skinny making a comeback? Is Gen Z having babies earlier? What are Millennials actually known for? Is your bodywash antiseptic? And what are primal movements? Check out MBF on instagram and let us know what your 2023 ins and outs are! Our links: Website: www.mybrothersfriend.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mybrothersfriend Instagram: @mybrothersfriend Tiktok: @mbfhosts Email: mbfhosts@gmail.com

Girl, Take the Lead!
53. Generational Leadership from Boomer and GenZ Perspectives

Girl, Take the Lead!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 33:43


Toni Morris, a boomer, and her Gen Z granddaughter, Taylor Herrera, join Yo today to talk about leadership and important perspectives of being a good leader. You may remember Toni from Episode 40 where we discussed Burnout by the Nagoski sisters. Toni and Taylor help us explore the following questions: · What is leadership? · What do we want in our leaders? · Who are or have been great leaders? · What challenges to we face leading people of different generations? Link to Ep 2 with Karyn and Andrea, “Is Leadership Funny?” About Taylor Herrera Taylor has always been a high achiever! She not only graduated early from high school, she also completed her certification as a Master Esthetician shortly after her class graduated. She was drawn to this industry because she enjoyed both the science of skincare and helping people feel good about themselves. While the things that drew her to this industry remain, the work environment turned out to be a big disappointment. After working at multiple med-spas, and in several leadership positions, each seemed to turn out the same- disappointed that the focus was always profit at the expense of service and left her feeling disillusioned about the industry. So, she decided to explore other industries. She landed a customer service job in the business finance industry, where focusing on service could feed her passion for helping others. She has loves this company and their approach to service. She has received repeated recognition for her high level of service and for not only achieving targets, but consistently surpassing them. After only 6 months on the job, she was promoted to a leadership position, where she leads a team of 16 employees. She is excited for this opportunity to be the kind of leader she has always wanted to be. Taylor has a quiet confidence that is her superpower- along with her strong work ethic, desire to achieve, and self-awareness, people have always assumed from her maturity that she is older than her age. Taylor lives in Utah with her fiancé, Nick, and her beloved dog, Lando! She loves to cook, is kind of a health-nut (in a good way). About Toni Morris Toni has served in leadership roles over the last 25+ years. Her experience spans a wide range including new start-up businesses, executive/operations, employee/ physician engagement, organization strategy development, training, consumer/patient experience… She has also developed and facilitated training workshops, lead consulting projects and taught classes at a community college. In 2012, she started a nonprofit called Bridges for Humanity, that offered experiential learning opportunities to students- middle school through college. Toni published her first book in 2016. Her writing has primarily focused on fictional stories that inspire young people to be their best selves, increase their self-awareness, and recognize their own strengths and value. Currently, Toni is a consultant who focuses on projects that drive leadership development, employee engagement and teamwork. She is also a professional coach and is working on two new books- one is a sequel to her first book and the other is a book about the critical role connection plays in successful leadership. Toni is Taylor's super proud ‘Nana'! They have always had a very strong connection! They refer to each other as MBF's (Moon Buddies Forever), nicknames that started from an experience when Tay was about 4. But that's another story… Ways to Reach Yo/Taylor/Toni yo@yocanny.com https://girltaketheleadpod.com Public FB group: Girl, Take the Lead! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/yocanny

More Than Macros Radio
47 - Reflecting on 2022 - with Coach K

More Than Macros Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 64:34


Content Warning: We talk about suicide early on in this episode. Check the resources below if you or someone you know need help In this episode Coach B and Coach K talk about what went well, what didn't go well and I share more about my MANTRA for 2023: "Figuring my shit out, with growth and healthy boundaries, being my authentic self". We also talk about coaching and what we see in the industry, what to expect from MBF and what is going VERY wrong in the coaching space! Mental Health Support Resources: Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566 (Canada Suicide Prevention Service) Call 1-855-242-3310 (Counselling and Crisis Intervention for Indigenous Peoples) Crisis Services (find local to you resources & support) US: Call 1-800-273-8255 (suicide prevention lifeline) Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor Active Minds AFSP (specific resource if you have thoughts of suicide) AFSP Real Convo Psychology Today therapist directory Therapy for Black Girls Nedra Tawwab (Therapist) ----- We're starting 2023 off with a bang by launching our new signature group coaching program Project Radical Action! To find out more and get first dibs on spots when they open, join the waitlist today! ----- Follow Coach B on Instagram Join the MBF Inner Circle Motivateandbfit website

My Black Friend
We're Going On A Trip, Eh? - Episode 1

My Black Friend

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022


Just past WrestleMania season is another huge trip in the MBF universe, as Danny and Branden are preparing to possibly attend Craig's wedding in Canada. Danny is nervous about the trip while Branden is unsure if he will even be able to make it, so they all get together to discuss travel accommodations, potential hurdles, how much it's going to cost,  and is Branden vaccinated?? Join us for all this and so much more! We're Going On A Trip, Eh? - Episode 1.(mp3)

My Black Friends
#074: A War Won't Effect My Good Mood ft. Bee Kosher

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 106:03


Today we have a unique guest who randomly hit me up on Facebook --- Bee Kosher. He's hilarious and has a great story and personality. If you're looking for a unique episode, this is the one to listen to. Of course we had to hit Bee with some strange, off the wall hypotheticals, but we also have some thought provoking conversations about life and the world around us. The videos we react to in this episode are pretty funny, and include a Chinese guy getting attacked in a factory, some weird news about education in Chicago, and more. Schteve also gets given some advice on how to stop smoking cigarettes. Not sure if he's going to take it... Anyway, thanks for watching, make sure you check Bee out if you like what he has to say. My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives
Episode 17 | Brand Obsessions: Jacquemus, Diesel, & GANNI

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 26:10


On this episode of My Brother's Friend, hosts Sofia and Nisha dissect their current favorite luxury brands. From Jacquemus' poetic imagery to Diesel's Y2K comeback and GANNI's innovation around sustainability, the hosts dive into why they think these brands are leading the way in fashion. For more fashion content check out the MBF website and social media pages all linked below! Links: www.mybrothersfriend.com Instagram: @mybrothersfriend Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mybrothersfriend

Not Your Little Lady
Ancestor Trouble

Not Your Little Lady

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2022 62:15


This episode's guest is Maud Newton, author of Ancestor Trouble, A Reckoning and A Reconcilitation. She is also a guest at the Miami Book Fair, an annual book festival in Miami, Florida that runs from Nov 13- Nov 20. On the episode we chat about her book, dealing with families at Thanksgiving and what it means to live in the South and learn about your ancestors. To see Maud at the MBF and find out about more authors that will be there visit miamibookfair.com and follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022

The Megyn Kelly Show
Trump Makes it Official, and Defeating the Censors, with Alex Berenson, Michael Brendan Dougherty, and Jason Miller | Ep. 436

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 95:04


Megyn Kelly is joined by Michael Brendan Dougherty, senior writer at National Review, and Jason Miller, CEO of GETTR, to talk about Trump's subdued announcement that he's running for president in 2024, the over-the-top media reaction, Rupert Murdoch turning on Trump and what that means for Fox News, the New York Post and more, what the mainstream media will do now about covering Trump, the looming DeSantis vs. Trump battle ahead, the Trump faithful that will never vote for another GOP candidate, Ukraine's spin about a missile in Poland, and more. Then Alex Berenson, author of "Unreported Truths," joins to discuss what we know now about COVID and masking, vaccines and myocarditis, "with" vs. "from" COVID deaths, Berenson's lawsuit against Twitter that got him un-banned from the platform, the forces he found out that were trying to get him banned in the first place, how the White House pressured Twitter to take action against Berenson, the MBF and FTX implosion, and more.Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

The Life Shift - Conversations about Life-Changing Moments
From Behavior Analyst to Award-Winning Filmmaker | Robin Hofmann

The Life Shift - Conversations about Life-Changing Moments

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 58:35


Robin Hofmann is a certified behavior analyst and award-winning film producer, writer, and director."For the first time in my life, I felt in the right place."In this episode, we discuss the following: 1. Robin Hofmann's experience as a parent of a child with autism and how it has helped her in her career2. Her experience making her gluten-free recipes and how this led to her production of a baking show3. Robin's experience making her first movie during the COVID-19 pandemic and how this led to a life shift for her into the world of filmmaking"Making films is my passion and my purpose." Robin Hofmann was always interested in film and TV but was discouraged from pursuing it as a career by her stepfather. Instead, she got a degree in psychology and spent 27 years working with people with disabilities. When Robin could no longer film her baking show due to Covid, she decided to write and produce her own movie. She has found her true passion in filmmaking and loves every minute of it.Robin Hofmann is an award-winning writer, director, and producer. She started producing content to spread awareness and highlight individuals who may not have had a voice otherwise. Before getting into film, Robin earned her degree in Psychology and spent 27 years working with individuals with disabilities. Her film journey began with an online baking show focusing on gluten-free recipes and spreading awareness of disabilities. Shortly after, she began interviewing “ordinary people with extraordinary stories” on her online talk show, Chat with Me. These experiences brought her to the art of filmmaking, where she began writing, producing, and directing independent films. https://hoffysheartproductions.com/ Other episodes you'll enjoy:From a Dream to Building a Reality in America | Mathilde Bernard FunderburkChasing an Attractive Stranger Off the Subway - A Life-Changing Encounter | Jenny Wood Connect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcastYouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtubeTwitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcastWebsite: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.comThe Life Shift Podcast is now on Patreon - Get access to ad-free episodes released two days early and bonus episodes with past guests through Patreon.https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastSubscribe to The Life Shift wherever you listen to podcasts. Please rate the show 5 stars and leave a review if you enjoy! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Friends! If you want to help support the show AND get episodes ad-free and a few days early, please consider joining the group here! - Thank you for your kindness - https://plus.acast.com/s/thelifeshiftpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebel Girls Book Club
Mother Country Interview with Jacinda Townsend

Rebel Girls Book Club

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 35:00


This week Harmony speaks with Jacinda Townsend, author of Mother Country, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about motherhood, slavery, privilege, and so much more Jacinda Townsend, Sarai Walker, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: Mother Country by Jacinda Townsend To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives
Episode 16 | Uggs & An Update

My Brother's Friend: Discovering Global Creatives

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 17:56


On this episode of my brother's friend hosts Sofia and Nisha kick off a new phase of MBF which will be fashion-focused conversations between the two. They dive into a heated debate over uggs, the 70s pattern trend, minimalism v. maximalism, and share a bit about their lives since graduating college. Check out mybrothersfriend.com to stay in the loop!

Rebel Girls Book Club
The Man Who Could Move Clouds Interview with Ingrid Rojas Contreras

Rebel Girls Book Club

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 39:55


This week Maggie speaks with Ingrid Rojas Contreras, author of The Man Who Could Move Clouds: A Memoir, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about the personal impacts of colonialism, sharing family secrets, memory loss, and so much more. Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Sarai Walker, Jacinda Townsend, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: The Man Who Could Move Clouds: A Memoir by Ingrid Rojas Contreras To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

Rebel Girls Book Club
The Cherry Robbers Interview with Sarai Walker

Rebel Girls Book Club

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 43:49


This week Maggie speaks with Sarai Walker, author of The Cherry Robbers, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about exploring feminism in historical fiction, the power of the gothic to tell a feminist story, and so much more! Sarai Walker, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Jacinda Townsend, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: The Cherry Robbers by Sarai Walker To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

Rebel Girls Book Club
Honor Interview with Thrity Umrigar

Rebel Girls Book Club

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 44:18


This week Maggie talks with author Thrity Umrigar about her latest book Honor as part of the Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about loneliness and isolation, advocacy journalism, reaching across cultural divides, and so much more! Thirty Umrigar, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Jacinda Townsend, and Sarai Walker are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: Honor by Thrity Umrigar To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

The Viva Bastardo Show
Max Büsser, Founder of MB&F Watches - The Viva Bastardo Show - 025

The Viva Bastardo Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 75:01


Greetings, fellow Bastardo! Today we have Max Busser on the show! Busser is the founder of luxury watch brand MB&F (short for Max Busser & Friends) and creator of bespoke timepieces inspired by childhood wonder of comic books and car drawings. Today's discussion is one of deep introspection as Max discusses building a brand built on taking risks and having dreams. If you're looking for inspiration, this one's not to miss! The Viva Bastardo Show is part of the Hagerty Podcast Network. Check out Hagerty Drive Share today at the link here: https://driveshare.com

My Black Friends
#067: The Great Tree In The Sky

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2022 93:48


Hurricane Ian rocked the southern part of the country. A lot of weathermen lost their lives that day. Well, not really. But you would think that they would since they are being forced out into these massive storms. The episode kicks off with some hurricane talk, then we get into a hypothetical.  What if all the plants in the world were trying to get you to bury yourself alive? Tune into the first 15 minutes to hear the hypothetical.  After that we talk about Rosie's trip to Mexico. He went to an island and had a great time. Except for when he fell off a jet ski. That part probably wasn't so great. But he survived so no complaints. Steve has a story of almost drowning too, actually so does Zo. I guess Black people having a fear of water is real.  Then we answer the question "what is something that was awesome as a kid but sucks now?" Some great answers here, like masturbation and candy. Those things were pretty cool at a point but after growing up, not so much.  A lil Halloween talk and a few more videos in this episode and then we close out with some talk about Jordan Peterson crying.  My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, they explore their inner gayness and outer autism, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

THE TAPESTRY
LIP SERVICE - TAJJI ISEN

THE TAPESTRY

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 27:33


Derecka Purnell, Anuradha Bhowmik, Rabia Chaudry, Tajja Isen, Jacinda Townsend are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Tia Williams, Sandra Cisneros, Lisa Genova are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair for more information, for follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2021  As a voice actor, writer, and newly appointed editor in chief of Catapult magazine, Tajja Isen is no stranger to the power and function of language—how words can be loaded or empty, insightful or incendiary, manipulated or manipulative. In her daily life and in the world around her, Isen has traced a pattern that, by now, should feel familiar to many of us: that the progressive language of inclusion is often used in an attempt to rebrand institutions whose actions often show the opposite. She calls this diversionary tactic “lip service.” In her debut essay collection, SOME OF MY BEST FRIENDS: Essays on Lip Service (One Signal Publishers; Hardcover; On Sale April 19, 2022;), Tajja Isen articulates the absurdity of living in a world that has grown fluent in the language of social justice but doesn't always follow through. 

An Evening with Nirvana
An Evening with Nirvana Episode #10 - Ribbiks

An Evening with Nirvana

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 148:53


In this episode I talk to Ribbiks, the man behind cacoward winning wads like Stardate 20x6, Swim with the Whales, and Sunlust with co-author Dannebubinga. A defining mapper in the slaughter scene, Ribbiks has been a massive inspiration to a huge number of Doom community members and he continues to impress with his latest release, Jump Wad, a (somehow) MBF compatible jumping puzzle wad made with Grain of Salt. We talk about the early slaughter scene, making Sunlust with Danne, the importance of atmosphere and midi selection, and I stump him with a wad he thought he'd never talk about.

Metal Brainfart
Album Covers: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Metal Brainfart

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2022 87:47


The boys are back with an ordinary episode of MBF and this week they'll be tackling their favorite (and less favorite) album covers! Pick of the Week Bror: Hailsteel - Raw Rapid Aggressive Daro: Coven 66.69 - Blessed is the Black Break music: White Tower - Lions of Steel Donate to our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/metalbrainfart Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metalbrainfartpodcast Support Klubb Fredagsmangel: https://www.facebook.com/fredagsmangel/?ref=page_internal Metal Madness Productions: https://metalmadnesspromotions.com/metal-brainfart-podcast-show-2/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/metal-brainfart/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/metal-brainfart/support

My Black Friends
#62: All Day Coochie

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 79:37


Roosevelt is back in the hot seat! This episode is pretty fun, so you will be happy he has returned to the co-host chair while Zo is absent. We kick it off with a video of an old guy dance contest that ends in a real headache. Then, Rosie asks a hypothetical about stuffing BBWs in your pee hole.  Leezy getting more active on the sound board, pretty good timing by that guy. He will be hosting next week by the way.  Rosie also went to the strip club and threw a whole 10 dollars. We're proud of him.  Then we have some monkey hitmen trying to take out a little girl. He rides in on a scooter, which begs the question: would you pay for a team of monkey henchmen?  Schteve tells some stories of how he used to hide food like an impoverished orphan. We have some more fat kid stories from the crew after that.  A little this, a little that. One of the funniest things is a reddit post saying we should give BBLs to everyone that gets arrested for a serious crime. That would bring the rate down.  Anyway, thanks for watching.  My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, they explore their inner gayness and outer autism, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

My Black Friends
#061: As The Spartans Did

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2022 98:02


To kick this episode off, Schteve asks if, hypothetically, the gang would give him a little bit of dick on his wedding day. But it's not what you're thinking. He wants to transfuse a piece of their penis to his, so that he can make sure that he's packing heat when the vows are consummated.  It's like crowdfunding, but for dick.  Anyway, it's a pretty strong intro.  Then we watch this PSA for disabled people. It catches everyone a bit off guard and brings up the question, would you fight a wheelchair bound guy who boned your wife? Hiram says hell yeah fuck that guy.  Then we learn something new about CPR. Apparently the best thing to do is grab the genitals and give them a couple kisses. We might be wrong about that though.  Oh yeah, there's more Will Blunderfield this episode. This time he's letting us know how to boost our polarity and gain more prowess! Very exciting.  Lots more happens in this episode. We go on for a pretty long time because Zo is gonna be gone for a month.  My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, they explore their inner gayness and outer autism, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

The Waiting List Podcast
#105 “The indies used to be my little sandbox that nobody really came in to”- Steve Hallock (@stevehallock), Founder of ticktocking.com

The Waiting List Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 88:29


In this episode we speak to Steve about his Youtube channel, growing MBF in North America, Greubel Forsey, and which independents we should look into. 

Fired Up! No Nonsense Talk and Car Dealership Solutions
Why The Farmer Mentality Will Outperform The Hunter On Your Sales Team

Fired Up! No Nonsense Talk and Car Dealership Solutions

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 28:14


Michael & Susan talk about the sudden demand for in store training, dealers eager to get their teams refocused on the fundamentals, and why the farmers on your sales team will eventually outperform the others. This episode brought to you by Management By Fire® THE most impactful in-person automotive sales training event! Our next MBF is May 18-19 in Denver!  https://proactivetrainingsolutions.com/management-by-fire/

CEO Blindspots
In Crisis? Provide Childcare! (Stuart Dupuy, Owner of MBF and CNST Franchisee) - 11 min

CEO Blindspots

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 11:17


Discover when Stuart Dupuy (Owner of MBF and four CNST Franchises) realized that his ego was his blind spot, why he provides childcare, and how his experience as a triathlete helped him become a successful entrepreneur (11 minutes). CEO BLINDSPOTS PODCAST GUEST: Stuart Dupuy. He successfully founded multiple businesses including MBF, and owns four CNST franchises. Additionally, Stuart was a successful Dell executive where he had a 17 year career. Prior to joining Dell, Stuart was an attorney practicing commercial litigation with Fulbright & Jaworski. Stuart has a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Texas School of Law, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Duke University, with a semester at the London School of Economics. For more information about Stuart and his companies, visit; CNST ~ https://www.collegenanniesandsitters.com/locations/greateraustintx/about/ Mom's Best Friend ~ https://www.momsbestfriend.com/austin/about-us/ CEO BLINDSPOTS HOST: Birgit Kamps. She was speaking five languages by the age of 10, and lived in five countries with her Dutch parents prior to becoming an American citizen. Birgit's professional experience includes starting and selling an “Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company” and a “Best Company to Work for in Texas”, and serving as a Board Member and C-Suite Advisor to various companies. In addition, Birgit is the President of Hire Universe LLC, and the host of the CEO Blindspots Podcast which was recognized by Spotify for having the “biggest listener growth” in the USA by 733%; https://ceoblindspots.com/

My Black Friends
#051: Sally Cinnamon Pole

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 69:43


We kick this episode off with a hypothetical, followed by one of the funniest videos we've seen on this show. It's about Cook County prisoners spitting into people's asses after knocking them out.  Pretty insane stuff man.  We talk about TI interrupting a comedy show too, and we watch some pretty sad tik toks.  There's a few questions, for example: How can I like eating pussy? A tough one to answer, especially for Zo.  We're also asked what is one thing you would give everyone in your country if you could.  The answer is obviously pussy.  Oh and Kyle Wilson submitted an epic hypothetical question via audio. One of the top moments in MBF history at around 41 minutes.  ___ My Black Friends Podcast is the world's first Black Friendship Simulator. Our show is very obviously inspired by some of the funniest podcasts we listen to, including Cumtown, Your Mom's House, Tigerbelly, This Past Weekend, and Flagrant 2. We are a black podcast show, but that doesn't mean we won't welcome guests of all different backgrounds. The main point of the show is to be funny and have fun, and we do that every episode. We're aiming to be the best black podcast 2021, so help us make it happen. No I'm not just stuffing black podcast keywords here, in an attempt to get people who are looking for funny black podcasts on YouTube. Why would I do that. My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, they explore their inner gayness and outer autism, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

My Black Friends
#048: That Zombie On Wet Wet

My Black Friends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 69:23


We kick this episode off talking about Britney Greiner, who got arrested in Russia. Not too serious talk, but we bring up a good point about if Lebron got arrested over there. Then we watch some fun videos, one featuring what appears to be an albino.  The next half our is traditional MBF. We watch a few cringe videos and ask each other questions as usual.  You're going to love this episode of My Black Friends.    ___ My Black Friends Podcast is the world's first Black Friendship Simulator. Our show is very obviously inspired by some of the funniest podcasts we listen to, including Cumtown, Your Mom's House, Tigerbelly, This Past Weekend, and Flagrant 2. We are a black podcast show, but that doesn't mean we won't welcome guests of all different backgrounds. The main point of the show is to be funny and have fun, and we do that every episode. We're aiming to be the best black podcast 2021, so help us make it happen. No I'm not just stuffing black podcast keywords here, in an attempt to get people who are looking for funny black podcasts on YouTube. Why would I do that. My Black Friends is hosted by Steven White and co-host Alonzo Houston. Their producer is Hiram Rosario or (RamaDope). Together, they explore their inner gayness and outer autism, searching for the answers to this world's most pointless questions. If You Like My Black Friends Podcast, check out our Highlights channel. My Black Friends Podcast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht63zDpllKrf-zhHbHYZA You can also find the podcast on social media: My Black Friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyBlackPodcast/ My Black Friends on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myblackpodcast/ My Black Friends on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MyBlackPodcast Schteve can be found on every social media platform. To find more funny content made by Steven and his friends, you can visit the following social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IsSteveBlack/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/steveisblack Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/steveisblack/ Alonzo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCey93Hogp35cTyR78Lx4m6A Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zo_magnon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zomagnon

Our Lives with Shannon Fisher
The Rage of Innocence: Kristen Henning on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2021 23:00


Shannon welcomes Kristen Henning, an attorney who has spent 25 years representing Black youth in the juvenile courts of Washington, D.C. Henning also serves as the Juvenile Justice Clinic & Initiative Director at Georgetown University. The two discuss Henning's book, The Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth, which examines America's societal fear of Black children and what can be done to rectify the situation. Kristen Henning is among the authors participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit Miami Book Fair online for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC. #KristenHenning #KrisHenning #BlackYouth #BlackTeens #Adolescence #Race #CriminalJustice #JuvenileJustice #CommunityPolicing #AuthorInterviews #Authors #Writers #Writing #Books #AuthorsOnTheAir #Radio #Podcast #ShannonFisher #MsShannonFisher

Thresholds
Aimee Bender

Thresholds

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 40:25


It's Infrastructure Week on Thresholds! Kind of! Jordan talks with Aimee Bender, author of The Butterfly Lampshade, about how developing a structure can change your writing life, about the paralysis of options, and creating the character of Francie in her latest book. Aimee Bender is the author of six books: The Girl in the Flammable Skirt (1998) which was a NY Times Notable Book, An Invisible Sign of My Own (2000) which was an L.A. Times pick of the year, Willful Creatures (2005) which was nominated by The Believer as one of the best books of the year, The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake (2010) which won the SCIBA award for best fiction, and an Alex Award, The Color Master, a NY Times Notable book for 2013, and her latest novel, The Butterfly Lampshade, which came out in July 2020, and was longlisted for the PEN/Jean Stein Award. Her books have been translated into sixteen languages. Her short fiction has been published in Granta, GQ, Harper's, Tin House, McSweeney's, The Paris Review, and more, as well as heard on PRI's “This American Life”and “Selected Shorts”. She lives in Los Angeles with her family, and teaches creative writing at USC. For more Thresholds, visit us at www.thisisthresholds.com Be sure to rate/review/subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! -------------------------------- This episode is presented in collaboration with the 2021 Miami Book Fair. Saïd Sayrafiezadeh is just one of the many writers from around the world participating in the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. This year's Miami Book Fair takes place online and in person from November 14th to November 21st. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
New York and the International Sound of Latin Music: Ben Lapidus on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 25:26


Grammy-nominated musician Benjamin Lapidus joins Shannon Fisher to discuss his new book, NEW YORK AND THE INTERNATIONAL SOUND OF LATIN MUSIC, 1940-1990. Lapidus, a music scholar widely published on the topic of Latin music, examines how interethnic collaboration among musicians, composers, dancers, instrument makers, and music teachers shaped the development of Spanish Caribbean music in New York, cultivating a sound steeped in classical, jazz, and folkloric music. Lapidus is among the authors participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit Miami Book Fair online for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: @miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: @MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC.

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
America's Affordable Housing Crisis: Andrew Ross on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 22:44


The United States is facing an affordable housing crisis, and Shannon welcomes sociologist Andrew Ross for a discussion about his latest book, Sunbelt Blues: The Failure of American Housing. The book examines the housing crisis through the lens of a central Florida county in Disney World's back yard, offering perspectives on the experiences of people who find themselves homelessness, or on the brink, and the economic factors that have caused affordable housing to be so elusive today. Andrew Ross is participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit miamibookfaironline.com for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: @miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: @MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC.

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
New York and the International Sound of Latin Music: Ben Lapidus on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 25:26


Grammy-nominated musician Benjamin Lapidus joins Shannon Fisher to discuss his new book, NEW YORK AND THE INTERNATIONAL SOUND OF LATIN MUSIC, 1940-1990. Lapidus, a music scholar widely published on the topic of Latin music, examines how interethnic collaboration among musicians, composers, dancers, instrument makers, and music teachers shaped the development of Spanish Caribbean music in New York, cultivating a sound steeped in classical, jazz, and folkloric music. Lapidus is among the authors participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit Miami Book Fair online for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: @miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: @MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC.

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
America's Affordable Housing Crisis: Andrew Ross on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 22:44


The United States is facing an affordable housing crisis, and Shannon welcomes sociologist Andrew Ross for a discussion about his latest book, Sunbelt Blues: The Failure of American Housing. The book examines the housing crisis through the lens of a central Florida county in Disney World's back yard, offering perspectives on the experiences of people who find themselves homelessness, or on the brink, and the economic factors that have caused affordable housing to be so elusive today. Andrew Ross is participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit miamibookfaironline.com for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: @miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: @MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC.

Our Lives with Shannon Fisher
Seek You: A Journey Through American Loneliness: Kristen Radtke on Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Our Lives with Shannon Fisher

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2021 20:27


Shannon Fisher welcomes The Verge art director Kristen Radtke for a fascinating conversation about Radtke's newest graphic nonfiction book, SEEK YOU: A JOURNEY THROUGH AMERICAN LONELINESS, which explores the epidemic of loneliness in America today on both a micro and macro level. Radtke is participating in the Miami Book Fair 2021, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages from around the globe. Visit miamibookfaironline.com for more information on live and virtual events. You can also follow MBF on social media: miamibookfair. Our Lives with Shannon Fisher explores personal, political, and societal perspectives of the American experience. The show delves deeply into the worlds of writers, artists, celebrities, and community leaders and offers listeners food for thought about the world in which they live. Follow Shannon on Twitter: MsShannonFisher. Copyrighted podcast solely owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network, LLC. #KristenRadtke #Loneliness #AmericanSociety #SocialIsolation #SeekYou #GraphicNonfiction #Comics #AuthorInterviews #Authors #Writers #Writing #Books #AuthorsOnTheAir #Radio #Podcast #ShannonFisher #MsShannonFisher #OurLives

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Brave Women at Work
EP: 48 Build Your Brand Story with Athena Golianis

Brave Women at Work

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 53:36


I have a quote for today's discussion on personal branding. It is “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you're than you!” This quote is from Dr. Seuss. Dr. Seuss was right. There is no one you-er than you. And each person that you encounter has their own unique strengths and perspectives. You can call it their personal brand. Today we're going to explore what a brand is and why you should care about your own personal brand. If you are thinking, “Jen I have no idea what you're talking about,” no worries. My guest today, Athena Golianis, and I will also share the steps you can take to find your own personal brand. I'm going to give you a spoiler alert on why this topic is important. Your brand is important because it's the perception that people have of you. It's the story they tell themselves in their heads about you. And while I'm not saying that we should be overly concerned about the opinions of others, we should be cognizant of the story we're contributing to because it can impact whether we get the new job, the promotion, the opportunity to lead the project, whatever. Remember, "You too are a brand. Whether you know it or not. Whether you like it or not." This quote is from Marc Ecko, a fashion designer, and entrepreneur. Enjoy this episode and take action today to build and reinforce your personal brand! Here's more about Athena: Athena Golianis: CEO, Creator PINKK LLC and President, Founder of AGW Idea Group, Inc. She has worked on venerable blue-chip brands like Arthur Andersen, Sears, Kraft Foods, Wal-Mart Sam's Club, Hillshire Farms, Sara Lee, Midas, Alberto Culver haircare brands, (Unilever) Beltone, the City of Chicago in addition to name a few for many formative years. In 2005 she became a dedicated entrepreneur and opened her own agency AGW Idea Group and has successfully run her marketing consulting and branding agency for over 15 years and continues to do so. She has launched start-ups and helped to grow and rebrand others like VENeffect, BreatheAmerica, Precision HealthCare, Citadel Healthcare, Kiva Recovery, Diamond Bank (now Wintrust) amongst others. At this time as she is also taking her understanding of building brands to create PINKK and using her experience and knowledge to empower, inspire, coach, mentor, and provide resources for women with this brand experience and platform. Resources: Brave Women at Work: https://www.bravewomenatwork.com/ Brave Women at Work Freebie: https://www.bravewomenatwork.com/freebie Join the free Brave Women at Work Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bravewomenatwork Athena Golianis - PINKK - https://pinkknow.com/ Flying by the Seat of Their Skirts Book: https://www.amazon.com/Flying-Seats-Their-Skirts-Inspiring/dp/1944027386 Start Withy Why Book by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Start+with+Why&qid=1635623977&qsid=132-4956091-0978944&s=books&sr=1-1&sres=1591846447%2C6020628833%2C1074149793%2C0143111728%2CB00DGZKQM8%2C1736117904%2C0991081420%2C0735211299%2C1949759229%2C1416622632%2C1984820389%2C0066620996%2CB08JJRZ3Y4%2C0615895778%2C1250007550%2C1984878107&srpt=ABIS_BOOK CliftonStrengths Assessment: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx Myers-Briggs Assessment: https://www.mbtionline.com/?utm_source=MBF&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=online

Brave Women at Work
EP: 48 Build Your Brand Story with Athena Golianis

Brave Women at Work

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 53:36


I have a quote for today's discussion on personal branding. It is “Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you're than you!” This quote is from Dr. Seuss. Dr. Seuss was right. There is no one you-er than you. And each person that you encounter has their own unique strengths and perspectives. You can call it their personal brand. Today we're going to explore what a brand is and why you should care about your own personal brand. If you are thinking, “Jen I have no idea what you're talking about,” no worries. My guest today, Athena Golianis, and I will also share the steps you can take to find your own personal brand. I'm going to give you a spoiler alert on why this topic is important. Your brand is important because it's the perception that people have of you. It's the story they tell themselves in their heads about you. And while I'm not saying that we should be overly concerned about the opinions of others, we should be cognizant of the story we're contributing to because it can impact whether we get the new job, the promotion, the opportunity to lead the project, whatever. Remember, "You too are a brand. Whether you know it or not. Whether you like it or not." This quote is from Marc Ecko, a fashion designer, and entrepreneur. Enjoy this episode and take action today to build and reinforce your personal brand! Here's more about Athena: Athena Golianis: CEO, Creator PINKK LLC and President, Founder of AGW Idea Group, Inc. She has worked on venerable blue-chip brands like Arthur Andersen, Sears, Kraft Foods, Wal-Mart Sam's Club, Hillshire Farms, Sara Lee, Midas, Alberto Culver haircare brands, (Unilever) Beltone, the City of Chicago in addition to name a few for many formative years. In 2005 she became a dedicated entrepreneur and opened her own agency AGW Idea Group and has successfully run her marketing consulting and branding agency for over 15 years and continues to do so. She has launched start-ups and helped to grow and rebrand others like VENeffect, BreatheAmerica, Precision HealthCare, Citadel Healthcare, Kiva Recovery, Diamond Bank (now Wintrust) amongst others. At this time as she is also taking her understanding of building brands to create PINKK and using her experience and knowledge to empower, inspire, coach, mentor, and provide resources for women with this brand experience and platform. Resources: Brave Women at Work: https://www.bravewomenatwork.com/ Brave Women at Work Freebie: https://www.bravewomenatwork.com/freebie Join the free Brave Women at Work Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bravewomenatwork Athena Golianis - PINKK - https://pinkknow.com/ Flying by the Seat of Their Skirts Book: https://www.amazon.com/Flying-Seats-Their-Skirts-Inspiring/dp/1944027386 Start Withy Why Book by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Start+with+Why&qid=1635623977&qsid=132-4956091-0978944&s=books&sr=1-1&sres=1591846447%2C6020628833%2C1074149793%2C0143111728%2CB00DGZKQM8%2C1736117904%2C0991081420%2C0735211299%2C1949759229%2C1416622632%2C1984820389%2C0066620996%2CB08JJRZ3Y4%2C0615895778%2C1250007550%2C1984878107&srpt=ABIS_BOOK CliftonStrengths Assessment: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx Myers-Briggs Assessment: https://www.mbtionline.com/?utm_source=MBF&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=online

The Kim and Kalee Show
111: Working Out at Home with Megan Davies

The Kim and Kalee Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 27:33


As part of our At Home this Fall series, we had the chance to interview Beachbody Super Trainer, Megan Davies!! Megan is known for her amazing program that Beachbody released summer 2020 #MBF Muscle Burns Fat and #MBFA Muscle Burns Fat Advanced.  HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK'S SHOW:  Megan shares how she went from gymnast to fitness competitor & why We were tickled to learn that her thoughts on food & fitness are super similar to ours Megan gives tips on how to start working out  She shares how her family wasn't really into fitness.  She started all on her own and then they joined her. They now help her with her own Gym Megan shares how important it is to have a support system.  Even if it's not your closest circle to begin with.  Them seeing your consistency will encourage them to join you.   Megan shares how doing YOUR best will get results.  You don't have to kill yourself doing the advanced moves if you're not ready.  One client lost over 80 pounds doing #MBF and only following the modifier! She shares that there are no hard fast rules.  If you miss a workout from a workout calendar, that's ok.  You're still going to see results with consistency If you like Megan's Interview, you may also like to listen to Joel's, Elise's, Breanne's, and Suze's!! RESOURCES:  You can reach Megan best on Instagram.  SHE answers every single message! @MeganDaviesFitness:  https://www.instagram.com/megandaviesfitness/ Megan's Facebook: Megan Davies Fitness:  https://www.facebook.com/coachmegatron #MBF Muscle Burn's Fat Review:  https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-2/mbf-muscle-burns-fat-review/ #MBF Before & After pics:  https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-2/mbf-results/ Try #MBF for free for 14 Days.  (Just click the link & then do the dropdown box to be 3-months.) https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/us/d/BODStandalone?referringRepId=1001548 Beachbody on Demand where you can stream not only Megan's #MBF, but 100's of workouts!:  https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-on-demand-review/ SoreyFitness.com for more great fitness & nutrition information! https://soreyfitness.com/ Get the Full Show Notes at: https://kimandkalee.com/podcast/megan/   Share your takeaways in our private Facebook Group, the BFF Sisterhood! https://www.facebook.com/groups/887430534685771/ We also want your questions for next week's episode! Send them now - email team@kimandkalee.com *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

The Be THAT Mom Movement Podcast: Protecting kids in a digital world
Episode 52: How to help you AND your kid or teen have more FOCUS!

The Be THAT Mom Movement Podcast: Protecting kids in a digital world

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 17:12


Focus is hard to come by with all the digital and worldly things! Check out this episode for a few tips to help you AND. your kiddo find more FOCUS! As mentioned in the episode, for MOM focus, try out https://www.mysoulcbd.com and use code BETHATMOM for a discount if you want a natural way to help you with anxiety, sleep, or chronic pain. (Always discuss any concerns with your primary care provider before trying anything new.) For more info on Shakeology to ensure you are getting in powerful nutrition each day and to complement your wellness efforts, check it out HERE and contact me for current specials when combined with a fitness/nutrition library subscription! Email me at dolly@dollydenson.com . Check it out here for info about the two newest programs: #MBF or 9 Week Control Freak.  I HIGHLY recommend both of these as a great way to start or crank up your workouts, and all options include access to the entire workout library of top notch workout programs as well as nutrition guidance and recipe library included!  . Virtual Fit Club for virtual accountability and support included FREE to all that join with a bundled pack that includes the annual virtual library and Shakeology and/or pre and post workout supplements! I always utilize these to help me with my workouts and wellness habits to be strong for myself first, and bonus bonus bonus points that with these we can model these behaviors for our kids! . Get your BARK subscription today! Use code BETHATMOM at https://www.bark.us For a FREE DIGITAL RESOURCE GUIDE download CLICK HERE or go to https://www.dollydenson.com/digitalresources Stay connected with the Be THAT Mom Movement via our channel in the Telegram app: Subscribe HERE or search for @bethatmom on the app. Get tips and tools for your own wellness using the Align Your Life Wellness channel on the Telegram app: Subscribe HERE or search for @alignyourlife on the app. You can also get more info at https:.//www.dollydenson.com For a FREE DIGITAL RESOURCE GUIDE download CLICK HERE or go to https://www.dollydenson.com/digitalresources For more info on the Tick Talk Watch: CLICK HERE. Use code BETHATMOM for $10 off!! Grab the Pinwheel phone for your kid's first phone, and avoid the addiction and battle created by giving a smartphone too soon: Click here or go to https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=dolly and use code BETHATMOMTEN for a discount!  More info on the Gabb Wireless phone: CLICK HERE or use code BETHATMOM for a discount at https://www.gabbwireless.com Add a BARK subscription to your Pinwheel phone or smart phone for added security. Use code BETHATMOM for 20% off for life! https://www.bark.us BARK HOME: CLICK here!! Covenant Eyes 30 day free trial CLICK HERE!!    FULL TRANSCRIPTION: Speaker 1 (00:00): Focus focus, focus. It is like the focus of what we need to be doing in order to be successful in all of the things in our lives. Right? Well, I think focus has gone out the window for most of us, with all the things we are dealing with right now, what we've dealt with in the past year, all the virtual learning, all the digital things, all the things, focus is what we all need, right? That's what we're going to talk about today. And I'm going to give you a few tips to help you out. Speaker 2 (00:28): Welcome to your source for tips, tools, and support to help you be that mom that is tuned in and proactive for yourself, your family, and for the wild ride of raising kids in this digital age, inspired by a mother's love with a relatable real life. Proud to be that mom flair. This is the bead that mom movement with your host, Dolly Denson, Speaker 1 (00:53): Check this out. If you were a mom that is looking to give your kiddo a phone, but you don't want to open up the world of the smartphone to them yet, check out the pinwheel phone. The pinwheel phone is the latest and greatest for dumb smartphones. It gives you absolute control over what they do and who they can contact, and we'll help them to develop healthy habits around using a phone, check out pinwheel@pennwell.com use code be that mom 10 for a discount. So focus is just one of those things that if you've listened to my podcast, or if you've researched the effects of all the digital things, being on a phone, being on a computer, always being on screens, focuses affected by those things just inherently in the nature of how those things are, but then add on the distractions of the world right now, things going on in 2020 with the pandemic things going on in 2020 with the elections in the U S if you're in the U S worldly events going on around the world related to all of the things going on, similarly in the U S there's a lot of things to be distracted with. Speaker 1 (01:59): And so I've seen in myself personally, having much more trouble focusing, I have personally have my nurse practitioner job, and then I have this side business of doing this podcast and my be that mom movement community. And I'm working on a couple of courses in different things for this. And then I have my wellness coach health coach business, where I help women to prioritize their wellness, their fitness and nutrition, and staying accountable to their goals. And I help providing help, like link them up with tools and then providing them a community to connect. So I have a lot of things going on, so I need to be focused and I've always had kind of a lot of things going on, whether it was these things or it was when the kids were younger, there's always been stuff going on. And I've never struggled with focus as much as I do right now. Speaker 1 (02:52): And I think some of it is at some level of anxiety. That's kind of always there because of everything I see happening and trying to process it all and deal with it all the extra challenges of my job and wearing a mask and all of the things I've never had so much trouble focusing. And this has been an observation that I've noticed over the last couple of months. I just feel like I'm spinning my wheels a little bit when it comes to really sitting down and getting things done. So recently my youngest came to me and said that he was having trouble focusing as well. And it was just a really difficult struggle with getting focused on school and getting focused on all of the things. Now he's attending a completely online school. He doesn't go attend school anywhere. And that has been a huge blessing. Speaker 1 (03:37): He was attending that before this pandemic stuff started. So it's been a huge blessing to have that in place. So his schooling has never been disrupted, but what has been disrupted is just having a set routine and having time to do his school where there's not always something going on right now. My husband works from home. He has his own business. He's working from home. One of my, my oldest daughter. She works from home. My next one is in college and she attends some classes in person, but also is at home a lot too. And then I personally have my nurse practitioner job where I am out of the home, but I come back home to the rest of my work. And then I have my side businesses. So everything's disrupted, like, it's just all been in disarray for the past year. You know, I'm sure you relate to this to some degree, right. Speaker 1 (04:28): Where it's just like world, as we knew it before is different. And I personally used to have a routine of things being up in the morning and I had my little quiet time, my little morning routine and my exercise and everything like that. And it was just this thing that I did. And I was, I, I like had strength in that. And then once, March and April of last year rolled around, it's just like, everything has been blown out of the water and I've never found that place of peace and focus again. So I see that in myself, self, my son expressed that he's having a similar thing. And while I don't think there's anything wrong with add meds and, you know, getting medications, if that's what you and your child's doctor or pediatrician determines is best for your situation. I wanted to find something to help out my son right now and see if we can find a way to help him focus outside of doing any medications or anything like that. Speaker 1 (05:23): And I certainly don't have a show here where I offer advice on medications or treating mint or diagnosis. So this episode, I just want to share with you some of the things I found that have been helpful for me and my family in this situation, thinking that maybe that will be helpful for you as well. If you're having trouble with this. Now, some of this may be easier to do with a younger child, but I think that it's valuable regardless of whatever age your kid it is. And I think it is a great thing to kind of set in place and get in for your kid and their daily routine before they are up and out of your nest and, you know, doing their own thing, because it's absolutely something that creates a sort of foundation and strength for you. And for them just as a way to function in life, regardless of what's going on, regardless of how old they are, or you are, it's just, you know, a great habit to put into place as a foundation for your own health and your wellbeing and your mindset and all of the things. Speaker 1 (06:24): Okay. So I want to share with you six tips that are just basic general tips you can use, you can implement for your kids. And then I want to share with you a couple of recommendations. I have specifically for you as the mom of things that have helped me. So the first thing to help with focus would be if you don't already have it to establish some sort of morning routine and just a routine in general for your kid. So that would mean a somewhat set bedtime at night, where they put their electronics up in your room or a central place in the house. They get a good night's sleep. They wake up at on a certain schedule, even though you'll probably get pushback from them. If they're not used to that sort of routine, they really do need a routine in place to help guide them. Speaker 1 (07:10): So if you have a morning routine of them getting up, you know, brushing their teeth, getting breakfast, whatever, you know, things that they do before they start school, even if they're not going outside of the home, have that morning routine in place now to help them to kind of get grounded and focused in the morning. The second thing that could be helpful is wearing regular clothes versus just staying in pajamas all day. It gives them the feeling that, you know, they're going someplace and it's not just a lazy day of laying around and doing nothing, you know, kind of wake up your body by putting on those normal clothes that they would be wearing. If they're going to a brick and mortar school, the third thing is having a schedule for the day. So if your kid isn't in a school to where they have like set times that they have to be online, then I would set up a schedule for when they do sit down and do focused work. Speaker 1 (08:01): And my son currently because of the weather conditions in Texas, where I'm at right now, doesn't have set classes for this week, but has assignments. And so I've been trying to implement, you know, get up and let's get your work done and then have free time later. So whether you have synchronous schedule or not just having a defined schedule of what's going to happen today, when lunch will be, when snacks will be, when your classes and schoolwork will be, and then that rolls right into the next tip is that having an end to the day. And that kind of means like, if they're on their computer, if they're on digital things all day long for their work is having an end to the day and an end to the digital things, a break from the digital things, a mind rest from the digital things. And then also just having unstructured time. Speaker 1 (08:48): So whether that is allowing them to play a game or whatever, you know, unstructured time where they get to choose they're doing, but also be mindful of like what I've talked about in some other episodes about having a time where their mind is not connected to something digital. And it's connected to something in the real world that doesn't offer like instant gratification of a game that they're playing, but something that they use their imagination for allowed them to get bored and get creative, you know, something that is like normal childhood play, manipulative play activity, exercise, you know, getting out and doing something where they're active and like, just try to implement that into their day. And that was actually, my next tip was non-digital time. So time where they just don't have themselves connected to a computer. And then the last thing is to discuss with them, their struggles with focus. Speaker 1 (09:40): If you do notice that they're having trouble staying on task, break things down into smaller increments of time, if that's what you need to do, discuss with them, if what their distractions are and together, try to make a plan on how to change that. I absolutely recommend getting them out of their bedroom, if it is their bedroom, where they were, you were trying to get them to do school because that's their place of rest. That's their place where their body is typically ready to wind down into sleep. So for us personally, we moved them into the kitchen or the dining area, and he sits at a table for his schoolwork. If that's too distracting, then if you have another place that's just outside of the bedroom that they can set up and do their schoolwork. I've found that that's helpful, but meeting them where they're at and figuring out together how you can tweak what you're doing, like with more breaks in between, or some type of different structure, different location in the house, those types of things, all of those things have helped us. Speaker 1 (10:37): So those are all the tips I have as far as the virtual learning and to help with focus in your kiddo. If you feel like these aren't enough for you and you need outside, help, certainly discuss with their teachers. If you need a therapist or need to talk to their doctor, those are all good things to do. So highly, highly encourage you to just have an open and honest discussion with your kid. Talk about the importance of school and also the importance of getting off of the digital things and doing something outside of that. And of course, what plays into this, that I've talked in other episodes about is just like the distractions that are inherent in the digital things like going off to you tube and doing other things other than the task that they are supposed to be doing on their computer. And that takes you down to some of the other topics I've covered about a layered approach with your electronics. Speaker 1 (11:33): If you have a Google Chromebook or just a regular computer setting up your wifi, parental controls and bark home, those types of things to where it limits certain websites at certain times, then that can kind of help guide you in that regard, keeping them on task and focused on what they're doing. This is certainly not something that is simple and easy to do. And it's kind of a new frontier for all of us. If we have not already been homeschooling or having our kids go to some type of virtual school, it has created a whole new world of things. So just recommend that you try to get into the routine, open communication, putting on regular clothes, having a set time for being off of the electronics and then just meeting them where they're at and trying to work together to find a way to be more focused and to stay on task when needed. Speaker 1 (12:24): Okay. Now the other thing that I wanted to talk about is related to you as mom and these same tips can apply to you, but I just want to reiterate that your wellness, your health is so, so very important. So a morning routine is something that's great for you. I would have a workout routine where you are exercising regularly to some degree that you are getting your body moving, pay attention to your nutrition, of course, and hydration. All of those things are very important to help you stay strong. And then in addition to that, as I've mentioned, in some of my episodes, I like to use something called my soul CBD. It is a CBD product or line that I trust and I've researched. I was very distrustful of the whole CBD industry and really kind of worried about it. And I discovered that you really have to find a company that you trust that sources from the U S that has third party testing to make sure there's no THC and just the quality of it and all of that. Speaker 1 (13:21): So I highly recommend that as a way to help you with anxiety and sleep. And then if you're someone who has chronic pain, it can help you with that as well. So I use my soul CBD, gummies, they're tincture and their capsules on a daily basis to help me with anxiety and just kind of chilling with everything that's going on. So if you're interested in checking them out, go to my soul, cbd.com and use my code, be that mom altogether for a discount. The other thing that I highly recommend for focus specifically is something called beekeepers naturals, and they have a, they call it B elixir, and it is basically something that helps it's called a nootropic. It's basically something that helps to kind of feed your brain with what your brain needs to function and to focus. So it's giving your body natural nutrition, your mind, natural nutrition, and helps you focus. Speaker 1 (14:14): So when I take my soul CBD to help me kind of relax and not be as anxious, and then I use the B licks are from beekeepers naturals. That helps me so, so much to focus. It's kind of crazy how much it helps me focus. And then the third thing is I have a super food. I call it my power up smoothie, but it's basically a smoothie that has protein has adaptogens has phytonutrients, has probiotics, prebiotics that I say protein and superfoods. So it's very high quality and potent, meaning that a lot of smoothies that are out there are like their nutrients are destroyed in the process of them being manufactured and shipped to you. They basically get to you and they're just powder and don't really have any nutritional value while there's only a handful of smoothies out there that have in them, what they say they do. Speaker 1 (15:07): So I personally drink one called Shakeology and it helps me with just giving myself nutrition that I need in order to function well. And then they also have a boost that you can add to it that is called focused energy, and it has natural caffeine in it, a naturally sourced caffeine that helps with focus as well. I will put a link to these in the show notes, if you want to check them out. And if you are interested in them, if you contact me, there are some bundled specials that I can offer you that where you can try these things at a discount while also getting access to the library of workouts that I use to make sure that I'm able to prioritize my wellness every day from home without having to pay for a gym membership without having to drive somewhere. It's something I access from home has all kinds of nutrition and fitness tools, as well as the opportunity to try to smoothie when you subscribed to that at a huge discount from buying it separately. Okay? So all of those things, I highly recommend. They are all things that I implement daily for myself to prioritize my own wellness so that I can be strong for my children, which in my opinion is like the whole point of our lives as moms is to do the best for ourselves as well as our children and everything that we can give our kids has to start with her own wellness. Okay. So I hope this was all helpful for you with focus and all of that. And I will chat with you. Speaker 2 (16:37): Thanks for tuning in being that mom isn't easy, but together we can be that mom's strong. Don't forget to leave a review, connect on social and join. Dolly's free community till next time. Hey, Speaker 1 (16:51): If you are a mom that has a lot on your plate, like I do, and you struggle with anxiety or sleep or even chronic pain issues, please check out my soul cbd.com. They are the one and only CBD source that I trust. And you can use my code, be that mom for 15% off of your purchase.

The Kim and Kalee Show
077: Working Out at Home with Megan Davies

The Kim and Kalee Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 27:04


As part of our At Home this Fall series, we had the chance to interview Beachbody Super Trainer, Megan Davies!! Megan is known for her amazing program that Beachbody released summer 2020 #MBF Muscle Burns Fat and #MBFA Muscle Burns Fat Advanced.   HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEK'S SHOW: Megan shares how she went from gymnast to fitness competitor & why We were tickled to learn that her thoughts on food & fitness are super similar to ours Megan gives tips on how to start working out She shares how her family wasn't really into fitness. She started all on her own and then they joined her. They now help her with her own Gym Megan shares how important it is to have a support system. Even if it's not your closest circle to begin with.  Them seeing your consistency will encourage them to join you.  Megan shares how doing YOUR best will get results. You don't have to kill yourself doing the advanced moves if you're not ready.  One client lost over 80 pounds doing #MBF and only following the modifier! She shares that there are no hard fast rules. If you miss a workout from a workout calendar, that's ok.  You're still going to see results with consistency If you like Megan's Interview, you may also like to listen to Joel's, Elise's, Breanne's, and Suze's!! RESOURCES: You can reach Megan best on Instagram. SHE answers every single message! @MeganDaviesFitness:  https://www.instagram.com/megandaviesfitness/ Megan's Facebook: Megan Davies Fitness: https://www.facebook.com/coachmegatron #MBF Muscle Burn's Fat Review: https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-2/mbf-muscle-burns-fat-review/ #MBF Before & After pics: https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-2/mbf-results/ Try #MBF for free for 14 Days. (Just click the link & then do the dropdown box to be 3-months.) https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/us/d/BODStandalone?referringRepId=1001548 Beachbody on Demand where you can stream not only Megan's #MBF, but 100's of workouts!: https://soreyfitness.com/beachbody-on-demand-review/ For more great fitness & nutrition information! https://soreyfitness.com/   Get the Full Show Notes at: https://kimandkalee.com/podcast/megan/   Share your takeaways in our private Facebook Group, the BFF Sisterhood! https://www.facebook.com/groups/887430534685771/ We also want your questions for next week's episode! Send them now - email team@kimandkalee.com *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com