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STTNGeez! Not Another Star Trek Podcast!
ST:TNGeez! 5.9: "A Matter of Time"

STTNGeez! Not Another Star Trek Podcast!

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 51:09


Ever wanted to time travel right onto the bridge of your favorite Galaxy-Class starship? Hey, us, too, but we'll have to settle for watching Max Headroom do it in “A Matter of Time” on this all-new episode of ST:TNGeez . . . NOW!The Enterprise is on its way to Penthara IV for an emergency rescue mission when Worf notices a temporal anomaly has left something behind. Picard tells Ensign Felton to flip the bitch, and before you know it, he has to take a jump to the left (or is it a step to the right) to allow Berlinghoff Rasmussen to beam aboard. Our new friend claims to be a historian from the 26th century here to hang out and ask some questions and generally be a pain in the ass. Picard seems amused enough at the start, but Rasmussen quickly gets on everyone's nerves. He keeps poking around and dropping cryptic hints while the crew is trying to save a planet from the after effects of an asteroid's impact. Rasmussen claims he's on board to witness history, but he just might have an ulterior motive. Will Geordi and Data be able to cobble together a solution that will save Penthara IV? Will Worf get to backhand Rasmussen? Will our visiting time traveller get to make some time with our beloved Bev? Find out in this exciting new episode of ST:TNGeez, Not Another Star Trek Podcast.Even more available at: https://tngeez.com

The Platformers Podcast
Episode 345 - Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, AC: Shadows, The Hundred Line, & Caves of Qud OR "Hard 'R' RPG" (feat. Jarrett Green)

The Platformers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 139:27


It's time for a spectacularly off-the-rails episode of The Platformers, and this episode includes the incomparable Jarrett Green, who joins Brian, Kris, Lucas, and Will to talk games, Tim Curry saying “Space!,” Nancy Reagan, Sammy Davis Jr's perm, and a whole lot more. Enjoy!TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves - 3:00 |Assassin's Creed Shadows - 37:00 |The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy - 1:14:00 |Blue Prince - 1:31:00 |Caves of Qud - 1:41:00 |POTENTIAL EPISODE TITLES (EACH "+" IS A HOST VOTE):++See Jarrett's Great Works & Tremble |+The Cold Breeze Off A Blue Hole |Those Who Have Eyes To See & Ears To Hear |+++Speed Getting Punched In The Dick By Monks |+Assassin's Creed With Doctor Who Roughly Stapled On Top |+Smashing My Face Into The Switch |+++Horny (Complimentary) |++Some Days You Wake Up With A Bomb In Your Pocket, Some Days You Are Just Happy To See Me |+++The Jigglypuffs Have Started Making Weapons & Worshipping Us As Gods  |++++Hard “R” RPG |++A Small Baboon The Size Of A Large Baboon |All I Have To Do Is Eat Glue Once To Beat You |+Look What They Need To Mimic A Fraction Of My Heavenly Pot Buster |++Tell Me About Your Own Personal Throat GOAT |+He Is Risen |++On A Scale Of The Kennedy Assassination To Tim Curry Saying “Space” |++Once You Mention Nancy Reagan, The Only Thing Left To Do Is Finish |[The Platformers Video Game Podcast is created, hosted, written, edited & streamed (Twitch.tv/Ribnax) by Brian ‘Ribnax' Barnett]

The Jordan Harbinger Show
1142: Cannabis Redux | Skeptical Sunday

The Jordan Harbinger Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 59:47


From Emperor Shen Nung to Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No" campaign, Michael Regilio unpacks 5,000 years of cannabis history on this Skeptical Sunday!Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we're joined by skeptic, comedian, and podcaster Michael Regilio!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1142On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:The modern war on cannabis has deeply racist roots, beginning with targeted efforts against Mexican immigrants in the early 20th century. Officials like Harry Anslinger, the first commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics, pushed explicitly racist propaganda against cannabis users, helping transform what was once widely accepted medicine into a demonized drug.Cannabis prohibition was also driven by powerful business interests. Companies like DuPont (developing petroleum-based products like nylon and cellophane) saw hemp as a competitive threat, while William Randolph Hearst wanted to protect his paper mill investments. These business moguls leveraged political connections to criminalize cannabis despite scientific evidence of its relative safety.The Nixon administration weaponized cannabis laws against political opponents. Nixon's domestic policy chief John Ehrlichman later admitted: "We knew we couldn't make it illegal to be either against the war or black, but by getting the public to associate the hippies with marijuana and blacks with heroin ... we could disrupt those communities. ... Did we know we were lying about the drugs? Of course we did."Cannabis interacts with our bodies through the endocannabinoid system, a biological network that helps regulate mood, energy, balance, and appetite. Our bodies naturally produce cannabinoids, but plant-derived versions like THC are approximately a thousand times more powerful. Importantly, cannabis use during pregnancy or adolescence can be harmful to developing brains, with studies linking early use to depression, anxiety, and even psychosis.The good news? If you're over 25, moderate cannabis use appears relatively safe (unless you're predisposed to mental health issues). Today, cannabis legalization is creating positive social impacts through tax revenue funding education, environmental cleanup, and drug prevention programs, while simultaneously reducing spending on enforcement and incarceration — turning a historically problematic policy into community benefits.Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!Connect with Michael Regilio at Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, and make sure to check out the Michael Regilio Plagues Well With Others podcast here or wherever you enjoy listening to fine podcasts!Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps! Consider leaving your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: jordanharbinger.com/dealsSign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ten Cent Takes
Issue 107- The Teen Titans' Anti-Drug Comics

Ten Cent Takes

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 77:57


We're diving into the New Teen Titans anti-drug PSAs from the height of Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No" crusade. These comics are just like the campaign: well-meaning, wildly over-the-top, and completely out of touch with the actual issue.   ----more---- For the transcript of this episode, head over to https://www.tencenttakes.com/transcripts.   Email: tencenttakes@gmail.com Instagram: @Tencenttakes Facebook: /Tencenttakes Mastodon: retro.pizza/@tencenttakes Our banner art is original work by Sarah Frank  (https://www.lookmomdraws.com/)

Words Matter
Time for Dems to Channel Nancy Reagan: Just Say No

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 46:47


There's no other way around it - Donald Trump's tariffs reek of idiocy piled high with stupidity with devastating ramifications for 99% of Americans outside of the filthy rich. Democrats are beginning to make waves, both in the Wisconsin election and with Cory Booker's filibuster. But is it enough? Or do we need to be doing more, and what does that look like? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Time for Dems to Channel Nancy Reagan: Just Say No

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 46:47


There's no other way around it - Donald Trump's tariffs reek of idiocy piled high with stupidity with devastating ramifications for 99% of Americans outside of the filthy rich. Democrats are beginning to make waves, both in the Wisconsin election and with Cory Booker's filibuster. But is it enough? Or do we need to be doing more, and what does that look like? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Time for Dems to Channel Nancy Reagan: Just Say No

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 46:47


There's no other way around it - Donald Trump's tariffs reek of idiocy piled high with stupidity with devastating ramifications for 99% of Americans outside of the filthy rich. Democrats are beginning to make waves, both in the Wisconsin election and with Cory Booker's filibuster. But is it enough? Or do we need to be doing more, and what does that look like? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nixon and Watergate
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS by Ken Khachigian ( A Book Review) Special Edition - Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan

Nixon and Watergate

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 93:37


Send us a textIn this special edition of our podcast we will be looking at the highly acclaimed best selling book written by former Ronald Reagan Speech writer Ken Khachigian. The book offers an insiders view of not one President but two Presidents, both giants in our long long struggle against the forces of Communism in the Cold War. The two Presidents were two of history's giants, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. Few people have had as close an insiders look as Ken Khachigian has had with the inner workings of any White House, much less two of them. Plus, he was with Richard Nixon in San Clemente after Nixon was forced from office in the wake of the horribly unfair Watergate Scandal. Khachigian was one of the five staffers Nixon had who would help him prepare his Memoirs and rebuild his life and career. From there Khachigian would move on to the 1980 campaign of Ronald Reagan becoming his chief Speech writer and the man who would pen some of his most memorable moments, from his 1980 Inaugural Address, to the address at the Bergen Belsen Concentration Camp in Germany as the President dug himself out of a controversy that had its origins in the war 40 years before. This book offers intimate portraits of Richard Nixon, and Ronald Reagan, and mentions several lesser known figures we have talked about throughout our many seasons on the air such as Earl Butz, and most recently Stu Spencer who just passed away at age 97. BEHIND CLOSED DOORS by Ken Khachigian is a must read and we are very thankful for the opportunity to showcase it here on our broadcast.  Questions or comments at , Randalrgw1@aol.com , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcastsThanks for listening!!

Jonesy & Amanda's JAMcast!

Jonesy & Amanda's JAMcast!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 8:13 Transcription Available


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History & Factoids about today
March 6th-Oreo Cookies, Michelangelo, Silly Putty, Alamo, Aspirin, Rob Reiner, D.L. Hughley, Tom Arnold (2024)

History & Factoids about today

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 13:59


National Oreo Cookie day. Entertainment from 1976. Battle of the Alamo ended, Dred Scott decision, Aspirin invented, Silly Putty went on sale. Todays birthdays - Michelangelo, Lou Costello, Ed McMahon, Mary Wilson, Kiki Dee, Rob Reiner, Tom Arnold, D.L. Hughley, Skip Ewing, Connie Britton. Nancy Reagan died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard   http://defleppard.com/Oreo cookie TV commercialLove machine part 1 - MiraclesGood hearted woman - Waylon Jennings Willie NelsonBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent    http://50cent.com/Who's on first - Abbott and CostelloPretty Baby - SupremesDon't go breaking my heart - Kiki Dee Elton JohnAll in the family TV themeBurnin a hole in my heart - Skip EwingExit - Its not love -    Dokken http://dokken.net/History and Factoids home page

A Word With You
Your Life's Most Memorable Legacy - #9948

A Word With You

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025


Ronald Reagan led one of the most extraordinary lives of the 20th Century - a life which he sadly and progressively forgot in the last years of his life. His long battle with Alzheimer's Disease acted like a cruel eraser. It removed recollections of what he had done and even who he was. After Ronald Reagan's death, we learned a lot more about what happened during his long journey into darkness. Memory of his years in Hollywood just disappeared, and then he couldn't remember being Governor of California, and ultimately he lost all that had happened in his years of being President of the United States. But one memory stayed alive almost until the end. In the office that Nancy Reagan set up for him, there was a picture on the wall, it was a picture of the Rock River in Illinois. When visitors would ask him about it, after most of his life was there no more, he would brighten and he'd say, "Oh, that's where I was a lifeguard when I was 17. That's where I saved 77 lives!" I'm Ron Hutchcraft, and I want to have A Word With You today about "Your Life's Most Memorable Legacy." After all was said and done, the one thing Ronald Reagan could remember about his life was the lives he saved. But then, there's nothing about your life that's more worth remembering. No matter how many or how few, no matter how large or how small your life accomplishments have been, that's your greatest legacy. There's nothing more heroic, there's nothing more meaningful than being someone's difference between life and death - especially if it's eternal life or death. Our word for today from the Word of God in Proverbs 11:30 tells us what the legacy of your life and mine ought to be. God says, "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise." What you should have to show for the one life you've lived is a trail of life - people whose souls you have helped move from sin's death penalty to the eternal life that can only be found at Jesus' cross. There's a stretch of beach that God has assigned to each of us who belongs to Him. There's a stretch of beach where He's assigned you to be His lifeguard - the one who's responsible to do all you can to rescue the people around you who will die spiritually unless someone helps them get to Jesus. You may be looking around and saying, "Me? Surely God must have someone better than me to help these people get to heaven?" Stop looking around. You're the one He's put in their lives. Not some highly trained spiritual professional, not some professional God salesman, not someone with a more outgoing personality, not someone who's got it more together than you have. Your Savior decided you were the person they needed as their link to Him. Look, if you're like most of us, your fear has kept you from actively trying to introduce them to Jesus. Fear is actually from one thing: it's all about me. It's focusing on ourselves - how I'm going to look, what they'll think about me - instead of focusing on what might happen to them if we don't try to tell them. Maybe you've been preoccupied with goals and accomplishments that won't even last for your lifetime, let alone forever. But God says those who lead many to righteousness will "shine like the stars forever and ever" (Daniel 12:3). People in heaven because you cared - there's nothing you can do in this life that can even come close to that as a legacy. Lives saved forever. The place where you work, the activities you're involved in, the school you attend, the neighborhood you live in, the people who keep showing up in your life; they are the lives at stake on your stretch of the beach. Don't fail the Savior who died for them by letting them live and die without Him because of your silence. Don't fail them by not showing them the difference Jesus makes; by not telling them what Jesus did for them on the cross. See, you are their chance at Jesus. You're their chance at heaven.

Soul Renovation - With Adeline Atlas
Astrology Used by Major Corporations

Soul Renovation - With Adeline Atlas

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 6:59


In this episode of the Soul Renovation Podcast, Add-a-line Atlas, six-time published author and creator of the School of Soul series, delves into the intriguing relationship between astrology, government, and major corporations. From historical figures like J.P. Morgan, who is famously quoted as saying "Millionaires don't use astrology, billionaires do," to Queen Elizabeth I and her astrologer John Dee, Add-a-line highlights how astrology has been a tool for decision-making across history. Listeners will explore how powerful individuals, including modern leaders like Nancy Reagan, have discreetly turned to astrology for guidance, showing its persistent influence in leadership. This episode also invites listeners to consider how astrology continues to shape decisions today and why its blend of mysticism and practicality remains relevant. To dive deeper into these fascinating intersections between history, leadership, and the stars, listeners are encouraged to check out Add-a-line's book, Soul Game, available on Audible and Amazon. Instagram: @soulrenovation - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/soulrenovation/⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Books Soul Game - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/vay2xdcp⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Why Play⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2eh584jf⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Digital Soul ⁠⁠⁠- ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3hk29s9x⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Courses Every World - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/every-word⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠How To Play: Life Is A Game⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/How-to-play-life-is-a-game⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠The Vision Board Course⁠⁠⁠ -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/the-vision-board-course⁠⁠⁠ Digital Wealth Academy Digital Wealth Academy: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/cahyeyv6⁠⁠⁠ Viral Hooks: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/opt-in⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Podcast Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/53k4f29b⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2krzv3x8⁠⁠⁠ Soul Renovation - Freebies Miracle Morning Checklist:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-miracle-morning-checklist⁠⁠⁠ Vitamin Reference List:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠ 30 Day Habit Tracker: ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/5chn2mbt⁠⁠⁠  Team Standards: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-workbook⁠⁠⁠ Heart Wall Free:  ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/paamx3fs⁠⁠⁠ Soul Reading List: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/optin-soul-reading-list⁠⁠⁠ Miracle Morning Checklist: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.soulreno.com/freebies⁠⁠⁠ Annual Review ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/mrx6pfw6

Countdown with Keith Olbermann
TRUMP IS "F'ING THE MONKEY" IN HIS LUST FOR GAZA - 2.13.25

Countdown with Keith Olbermann

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 59:18 Transcription Available


SEASON 3 EPISODE 98: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: Many Americans will not stop lying to themselves about Trump’s insanity. But the rest of us have to. The rest of us: every politician who steps in front of a microphone, every news producer who begins a newscast with some other story made trivial in contrast, every columnist who writes about alarm or some quarters or this Ohio diner, every commentator tempted to say this was the moment Trump truly became president. Trump is manifestly insane and this week he has entered that stage of whatever it specifically IS that’s wrong with him, that is characterized by mania: the conviction that something that is impossible WILL happen simply because he SAYS it is going to happen. HIS mania happens to be about Gaza. The next one could be about the sun rising in the west. Or about how Americans would survive a nuclear war because he’s leading them and he’s immortal. Mania doesn’t have to be MANIC. It doesn’t require hyperbolic words nor unsuppressed rage nor vivid hallucinations. He’s insane. He believes in things that aren’t true and can’t be true and he has a rationalization ready for whenever somebody tells him that they can’t be true. There is nothing of the cliched crazy man in his voice as he talks about Gaza. Nevertheless this guy is metaphorically about one inch away from having conversations with invisible gophers. He says the land is beautiful and he will "cherish" it. His language matches what someone would say if they were having sex with the land. It's a form of what film-maker Billy Wilder allegedly told Nancy Reagan when she quizzed him about why the character played by Gloria Swanson had a pet chimp in their movie “Sunset Boulevard”: "that's because she was f'ing the monkey." Trump talks about Gaza like he is f'ing the monkey. B-Block (30:04) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Fox's Emily Compagno knows how to reform the media. Literally have them just republish Trump press releases. Well, it works for Fox. Dinesh D'Souza celebrates an Army Base NOT being re-re-named after a Civil War General, and Eric Adams, polling at 10% to be renominated for Mayor of New York, has not only sold out his city but now he is actively toying with switching to the GOP, where he will probably poll at LESS than 10%. C-Block (41:10) IN SPORTS: Oh man do I hate it when leagues shut down their seasons so the players can play made-up international tournaments. Wait, only the National Hockey League does that? As part of its marketing strategy to make this great game even LESS prominent? And by the way its new tournament unfolds as the 45th anniversary hits of a truly great international tournament: the 1980 Olympic Hockey medal competition. I covered it, and I'm still cold. Memories, and one of my radio reports, included.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Superlatively Yes Podcast
Survival Mode, Moving Forward, and So Many Alarms!

The Superlatively Yes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 40:04


Hello Friends! We are back! In this episode of Superlatively Yes, Jen and I reconnect to discuss the importance of self-acceptance, the power of friendship, and navigating life's challenges. We explore the shift away from traditional New Year's resolutions towards a more compassionate and understanding approach to personal growth. We truly laugh and enjoy our heartfelt conversation, interruptions and all! We talk about the significance of embracing one's current season in life and the necessity of support in achieving personal goals. Also, Jen and I explore the themes of survival mode, self-care, and emotional wellness. We also discuss the challenges of navigating personal and professional changes, the importance of self-compassion, and strategies for managing stress and burnout. There is such a huge need for understanding one's emotional state and the significance of spiritual wellness in maintaining balance and perspective in life. We are so glad to be here with you on this amazing platform and in this precious community. Tanya   Superlatively Yes website Superlatively Yes on Patreon Superlatively Yes Instagram Page Superlatively Yes Facebook Page Jasa's Instagram Jasa's Facebook Tanya's Instagram Tanya's Facebook   Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back and New Beginnings 02:05 The Power of Friendship and Support 06:03 Embracing Self-Acceptance 10:07 Navigating Life's Challenges 14:06 Mindset Shifts for Growth 17:50 The Importance of Self-Compassion 23:37 Navigating Change and Respect in Education 26:14 Understanding Survival Mode 31:22 Strategies for Self-Care and Compassion 35:46 The Importance of Spiritual Wellness 39:59 Embracing Change and Moving Forward     TRANSCRIPT: Hello listeners. Welcome to Superlatively Yes's seventh season. We are back in this first episode of 2025 and we are so excited to connect with you all and bring some fun, fresh new content. Today I am here with my good friend and yours, Jennifer McCrodden. You know Jen, she's been around since season one. She's an OG. Jasa, our hilarious world traveling friend will be in and out this season. Before you get concerned, everyone and everything is fine. We're fine. We're just like in a super busy season. And this makes a lot of sense to us right now. We're so excited. We're committed to all of you in the SY community, committed to this platform. And we love this opportunity. Okay. Since we last had Jen on the Superlatively Yes podcast, she has become a drum roll please certified life coach. And do you know who has benefited the most from this so far? Me. I love to unwrap topics and conversations with Jen because she has such a wise and unique perspective. I learned something new from her guys every time we have a coaching session or a long lunch at Tacos for Life. Welcome back to the Superlatively, I'm sorry, the Superlatively Yes podcast, Jen. Jen (01:25.08) Thank you, Tanya. And that is so kind of you to say. I have greatly benefited from life coaching as well, and always from having tacos with you and hanging out. So it's a mutual benefit for sure. Tanya N Smith (01:35.535) Tanya N Smith (01:39.867) It really is. Yeah. Okay. So, let's just get right into it. Listen, everybody listen. Jen wrote me this letter and one of our back and forth moments of talking through topics and it absolutely made my day. It made me laugh out loud and that is kind of hard to do. So I want you to hear it. I want you to hear in her sweet voice and then we're going to talk about it right after. Jen (01:44.311) Yes. Jen (02:05.356) All right, a letter to my dear friend Tanya. Dear Tanya, all right, before we begin, a disclaimer. Do you remember when your grandparents used this phrase? If I had a quarter, I think my grandparents said if I had a dime, for every time you, fill in the blank, I'd retire and move away and be rich. Well, sadly, my friend, due to inflation, we are retiring coin money. Tanya N Smith (02:25.235) Mm-hmm. for sure. Jen (02:34.626) And we are only allowed to deal in tens and twenties because I mean, it's spendy out there folks. It's spending. So Tanya, if we had a $10 for every time either one of us has used one of these phrases, we would be podcasting from an island somewhere. And here are the phrases most often used by us. And this is why I can't be in charge. All the time. Here's another one that we use all the time. Tanya N Smith (02:47.667) Mm. Tanya N Smith (02:59.292) every day. Jen (03:03.608) From now on, you are the one making all my decisions. I'm done. I'm done. Why didn't you step in and intervene? Tanya N Smith (03:07.813) every other day. Jen (03:17.476) of For the Love of Nancy Reagan. You let me. Tanya N Smith (03:19.933) For the love. Yes, why did you let me do that? my word. Jen (03:25.42) Yes, and I don't know why Nancy Reagan, that's just who we use. And then here's one of my all-time favorites that we have said multiple times. What would Dolly do? I mean, what would Dolly do? Tanya N Smith (03:36.051) preach that one what would Dolly do? Listen, we know she would put on her heels and put on her makeup and she would look fantastic doing it. Jen (03:43.894) and she would do it, and she would do it well. So listen. Tanya N Smith (03:46.545) I love these. love these. I'm sorry. You have more. Go on, go on. Jen (03:49.484) No, no, listen, I'm not too proud to say it and I know you're not too proud to say it either. We need help, all of the help, in all of the ways, at all of the times. And both of us helping each other and supporting each other, it's been a pillar of our friendship for the past 25 years. The fact that we have either been on the front row of each other's lives or possibly co-piloted one another into some kind of shenanigans. Tanya N Smith (04:06.087) Yeah. Yeah. Jen (04:18.068) situation and the goings-on and the doings, it means that we have historical records. These are receipts, if you will, of all of the things. And so this letter is simply to remind you that there are no takesy-backsies. We've come too far. We're just going to keep moving on. And as such, I was going to make you a promise that I was going to be more chill in 2025. But even as I'm writing this, you and I both know Tanya N Smith (04:23.911) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (04:47.059) You Jen (04:47.296) And I can, I know you're laughing because that's just simply not going to happen. But here's what I'm going to attempt. And by attempt, that means of course you're signed up to support in all the ways I'm going to attempt self acceptance. No wait before you I roll self acceptance does not include the following. We will not be accepting fine lines and wrinkles. Tanya N Smith (05:15.027) Mm-mm. Jen (05:16.856) gray hair, or ugly shoes. Tanya N Smith (05:17.811) No, no, no, ugly shoes and no, absolutely not. Jen (05:22.67) There may be more that we add to this list later, but those are the top three that we will not be accepting in 2025. Tanya N Smith (05:28.453) No fine lines and wrinkles, no gray hair for us. For us, other people it's okay, but for us, we can't do it. Yeah. Right. Jen (05:34.21) You know, some people look amazing in gray hair and I celebrate it, but I'm probably not one of those people. So perhaps you were suspecting that I was going to reach out to you in early 2025 and say, this is the all new improved gin, new year, new me. But alas, no, but also yes, because I think that even though self-acceptance might seem small, It's going to be something that's big. And so part of self-acceptance might be me being OK with being an ambivert, which I can hardly even say. Tanya N Smith (06:05.777) Yeah. Tanya N Smith (06:12.787) Did you say ambivert? Did you say the word ambivert in the first five minutes of our podcast? Jen (06:19.63) Yes, yes I did. Mic drop. I need to be okay with not writing a novel, but enjoy writing all the same. Okay, we're gonna accept that my pie crust will always be classified as rustic. Okay, it's just going to be, that's how it's going to go. I will always be reading at least two books. I... Tanya N Smith (06:30.675) Hmm. Tanya N Smith (06:38.163) Hmm. Jen (06:47.118) Probably have spices in my spice cabinet that are expired. I mean who really needs coriander honestly Tanya N Smith (06:53.331) What is it? No, don't even need to It's okay. I've gone this long. Jen (06:56.162) We can't go down that rabbit hole. Jen (07:00.376) There are pictures of you and me from the 1900s before straightening irons and hair therapy, honestly. And they're going to stay out there. And here's what we need to do. We need to say, she was me. I am her and accept that. So here are marching orders together, dear friend for 2025. God loves us and we love one another. And let's just keep moving on. Tanya N Smith (07:05.871) bless our hearts. Tanya N Smith (07:18.589) Yeah, yeah, Tanya N Smith (07:29.991) I love it. Yay! Do you know how it thrilled me to read this letter? Like it was, okay, first of all, a letter, come on. Who has sent me a letter? I felt like the Blue's Clues guys. Like, yeah, I got a letter. And then I just love everything about it. And here's why it meant so much to me. You and I have been on this roller coaster when it comes to all the things we are supposed to accept or try to forget or. Jen (07:31.107) Love, Jen. Jen (07:36.654) Aww. I know, I was throwing it back old school. Tanya N Smith (07:58.575) work through on our healing journey. I mean, and I'm not downplaying any of that stuff, but isn't it fascinating that we have seen a revolt or maybe a revolution against New Year's resolutions, the New Year, new you mindset. And I wonder, know, friend, like, what does it say about us as a society that we are done? We are done with it always being on a 12 month improvement plan that starts every 12 months. Jen (08:12.792) Right. Jen (08:27.086) Right. Well, first of all, at first I thought it's just me. I'm, I'm revolting. But then I realized, no, I think the whole world is saying, I can't, I can't do it. And I think what it is is, you know, there are probably 915 million books, self-help books out there. There's so many plans. There's so many gurus. There's so many helping us. And again, like you, I'm all in. I want to do my best. want to learn. I want to grow. want to heal. I want to do all the things. But to be able to keep up with all the ounces of water and all of the vitamins and all of the... I can't. And so I need to pick what works for me. I need to accept myself where I am and move forward. But love where I'm at. If I'm always waiting... Tanya N Smith (09:09.094) Right? Jen (09:23.118) For the best me there is, I don't get to enjoy the me that I am now. Tanya N Smith (09:27.195) my gosh, that is so good. And I wish I knew that before I was, I mean, now that I'm 30, I'm beginning to learn a few things. Jen (09:35.67) Right. Same. Same, sister, same. Yeah. Well, a little. Tanya N Smith (09:39.079) Right? LOL. I'm a little older than that. But yeah, yeah. No, I mean, I say all the time I wouldn't go back to being 20 or 30. And that's not because I didn't love that part of my life or I don't appreciate other people being in that part of their life. It's because that's an exhausting thought to like go back and do it over again. It just really has to do with going back and doing it all over again. Jen (09:51.822) Mm. Jen (10:07.598) Maybe we're more tired. But I also think I wouldn't want to go back to those thought patterns. Right? If I went back, I've got to take my older 30 brain back to my 30 year old self, if that makes sense. Right? I need the wisdom that I have now in my 30 plus. Tanya N Smith (10:09.556) yeah. Tanya N Smith (10:17.171) There you go. Tanya N Smith (10:24.531) Right. Tanya N Smith (10:31.699) Because we've learned a thing or two along the way, coping strategies, mechanisms, survival skills in this world. And we just frankly didn't know them earlier. Jen (10:42.732) Yeah, and I kind of like myself now. Tanya N Smith (10:46.737) I like you too. Okay, I am not going to waste anybody's time. I'm to get right to four questions because you are so good at these four, at these suggestions, I should say. You have four suggestions and I call them ways to like navigate forward in life. There's probably a much better title for them. But Jen, what are your four suggestions for someone wanting to navigate forward in their life? Jen (10:47.989) Aw, thanks, Fred. Jen (11:11.169) Yeah, yeah. Jen (11:15.48) Well, just as we were talking about, these are not resolutions. These are not things we're going to go out and do. But I think, first of all, they have to be our mindset. And if there's anything I want to change, it's less doing and more how I'm approaching or my perspective towards the way that my life is right now. So the first one on the list is the best way to change anything is to understand what it is and why. And so. Tanya N Smith (11:43.223) That's good. Jen (11:44.396) you've heard about the five whys. Yes, everyone knows that you ask why five times to kind of get down to the basis level of what you're thinking or what you're feeling or what you're needing. And I think we don't employ that exercise often enough to really ask ourselves what is happening? Why am I feeling this way? what does this all mean for me right now? We just kind of push that aside. We push our feelings aside and we say, well, I read this article. I watched this great TikTok. I've got to move on with what this person is saying because they're an expert, right? And so stopping to examine why it's important to me or why it's not important to me or why I feel this way, I think it's the first real step in evaluating where you are and what you Tanya N Smith (12:25.116) Yes. Jen (12:38.39) are about and what you want to change or not change. Why are you wanting to make those changes? Tanya N Smith (12:41.553) Okay, so good. This is so, so good. I have a story about this that I have, we've talked about that I want to share it with the listeners about understanding why so that you can figure out what. But before we go, I mean, I want to tell the story because I think it will help somebody else because it did me. But I just want to put a pin in that and I want to say it again, that because you said it. Jen (12:55.47) So good. Tanya N Smith (13:08.505) These are your words. The best way to change anything is to understand what it is and why it is. And like you said, there are so many voices in our head that I think we forget to stop and say, what am I feeling? Why am I feeling it? And like, am I dead inside? Like me, like, you know, because sometimes when I am feeling that way, it's because I have absolutely forgotten to check in with myself, but we're going to come to that later. Please tell us number two, the second suggestion. Jen (13:37.038) I love that check in with yourself number two. These are some of the wisest words that I've ever read that were written by you my friend and You wrote them in a book titled reframed in the year 2020 of our of our Lord and Savior when life was super hard and You said embrace the season that you were in and boy did we have to embrace that season hard or that Season, embrace that's hard. But embrace the season that you're in. You know, I was reminded the other day, there's this song by Trace Adkins and it says, you're gonna miss this, right? And he's talking about raising the kids and things are hard and things are difficult and your job and your family and this and that or something else. And you know, you're gonna miss it. There are joys and there are beauty. Tanya N Smith (14:08.947) Right? Yeah. Yeah. Jen (14:35.286) all around us, all the time, even in the difficult times. And we have to stop and check in with ourselves and embrace the season that we're in and learn from it. Really dig in and learn from it to enjoy it before we move. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (14:48.307) Thank you. Tanya N Smith (14:53.031) Wise words. Jen (14:55.672) Kudos to you, friend! Tanya N Smith (14:57.427) Well, what I need to do is go back and read that chapter again called embrace in in our book because In that time period I believe I was doing that. I don't believe I've done it well Every single season since I wrote it or have I even thought about it, but it is my goal and I think it was on my mind and in my heart when I wrote it definitely but Yeah, I mean this too shall pass Jen (15:25.496) Sometimes we just need the reminder. Tanya N Smith (15:27.155) is a good and a bad thing, right? Okay. Well, thanks for quoting me. I didn't see that coming. Okay. Jen (15:29.708) Yeah. Yeah. Jen (15:34.414) Well, number three is that mistakes will be made. So plan for your discomfort. know, several years ago, my coach told me you need to pre plan. You need to prepare for prepare for difficult conversations ahead of time. Prepare for what resources are you going to need to get you through this season or this next difficult thing? And, you know, a lot of times we hop up and we put our boots on and we go out there and we try to do life and we, don't even think about really what we need to prepare ourselves for. And it was her wise words. Things are going to come up, prepare yourself ahead of time. Know that when you go to have this conversation, that's going to be difficult and walk into the discomfort knowing it's going to be uncomfortable, but I'm going to do it anyway. and so Tanya N Smith (16:10.193) No, we don't. Jen (16:31.434) in this self-acceptance moment, I'm gonna make mistakes. I'm gonna make mistakes every single day. And I need to plan for that to be painful and to hurt and to be patient with myself and to try again tomorrow. Tanya N Smith (16:48.631) that's so good. I have two things to add barely. Number one is, Jesus make this easy. The number of times a day that I say that to Jesus, Jesus make this easy. I'm about to encounter something that it's either uncomfortable. I'm not prepared for, I didn't expect whatever. And then the second thing is you said mistakes will be made and those aren't always mistakes made by us. Sometimes it's someone else's mistake. Jen (17:13.998) That's right. Tanya N Smith (17:17.127) that lands in our lap and you talk about learning how to be patient, planning for discomfort. Jen (17:25.282) That is so true. Absolutely. A fender bender, a word that someone says to you that just lands wrong or hurts your feeling. Choices are made, you know, loss. All of that comes at you not planned for, not prepared, not picked by you. But your discomfort is going to be off the charts. And we have to be prepared for that. Tanya N Smith (17:25.361) when it's like out of your control. Tanya N Smith (17:43.005) Right. Tanya N Smith (17:46.983) That's so true. Yes. Well, in the way that we prepare is by, I mean, what you said planning ahead, it's so brilliant because we have put this into action. You and I in different ways have talked about this throughout the year. Sean and I have talked about this. When something blindsides us, I mean, whether you want to talk about like someone driving badly on the interstate or a family member, whatever is having something or a friend, know, just whatever a coworker, like whatever you're dealing with, you decide ahead of time how you're going to react. Jen (18:20.142) Mm. Tanya N Smith (18:20.379) And you think, you can't do that. You can't decide in every situation how you're going to react, but you can decide to pause. And you can decide to pull back for a second and take a deep breath and not react until you have thought about it. And I just always like to think, what do I look like in the moments that I'm reacting? It can be very humbling. Let me tell you, can be very scary. Jen (18:39.95) Right. Yeah. Jen (18:46.796) I'm glad there's not a camera recording every moment of my life. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (18:49.403) Right, it's not the actual Truman Show. Okay, so good. Let's go on to your fourth suggestion. Jen (18:55.054) So this last one is maybe not a suggestion as much as a reminder that self-acceptance is not a resignation. I'm not giving up. Right. I'm not quitting all the things. What I'm doing is putting acceptance of myself and where I'm at and the season that I'm in ahead of anything that I want to remove. change, negate, leave, whatever the case may be. I'm putting at the top of my list to do is accepting right where I'm at right now. Tanya N Smith (19:36.751) I love that you clarified that because yes, I have sometimes thought self-acceptance means stop trying. And it can, but it doesn't have to if you reframe it in a different way. If you say, accept that I don't know everything I want to know about this topic so I can start from where I am and learn more. It's a more positive approach, right? Jen (20:05.59) Right. And you're giving yourself the grace. science is proven when we give our self-validation and acceptance, we're much more likely to change than if we're setting rules out for ourselves. And I know I've shared this story before, but the times that I said I'm going to get up at 5 a.m. and I'm going to exercise. Tanya N Smith (20:20.827) I don't Jen (20:32.972) And you're going to do it, Jennifer. And there's no excuses, right? And I do that four days in a row. And the fifth day, I'm like, yeah, I'm not getting up early to exercise. Right? And if I accept that, OK, this is not the way that works for Jennifer. Here's what works for Jennifer. Right? Tanya N Smith (20:41.8) Yeah. Tanya N Smith (20:50.349) there you go. Yes, I like that. I love the way you switch that because I can be real easy on myself. You know? Jen (20:58.094) Right, but we can also be very harsh on ourselves too and very critical. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (21:00.915) same time. That's so good. So instead of being like you no good dirty dog, you didn't get up when it was 5am and it was 40 degrees outside and go walking by yourself in the misery of the dawn, you would be like, maybe I should walk this afternoon. Jen (21:15.726) Maybe I should go ride the exercise bike. Maybe I should take the stairs at work several more times. There are options that I can give myself. Tanya N Smith (21:23.485) There you go. Jen (21:28.802) that don't have anything to do with me being critical about something that probably shouldn't have been in my life in the first place, right? A rule that I imposed on myself or a resolution that I imposed on myself that doesn't even really fit and doesn't get me to where I want to be anyway. I think that's key. It just doesn't get me to where I want to be. So why even put it up there? Tanya N Smith (21:42.895) Yeah, a made up rule. Yes. Okay, flashback. That's so good. I just had a flashback, you know, back in another life, I was a teacher and I remember very little about my time as a college student training to be a teacher. But I do remember that I took a summer class to learn how to teach physical education. I had to get up at the crack of dawn, drive 30 minutes and sit in a classroom to learn how to teach physical education. And I thought, this is ridiculous. What have I done with my life? But here's what I remember. One of the many things, mistakes, and they were mine. Okay, I remember two things, lying. I remember two things. The instructor had a different color of nail polish on every single day. It was a summer class. We met five days a week. Every single day, her nail polish matched her outfit. Hello. This was 1995. Jen (22:22.39) Mistakes have been made. Jen (22:43.093) Love. Love. Tanya N Smith (22:45.713) Okay, now something that actually matters. She told us this story that when she was first teaching physical education at her school, that she had a list of rules and she so happily wrote one through 10, do not touch the balls, know, whatever, do not do this. Absolutely no running here. And she had all of these 10 rules and she said they were very clear and easy to understand. And she was so proud of herself. And her principal came in and he looked at the rules for a little bit and he said, so these are the rules for your gym. And she said, yes, they are. And he said, OK, those are good rules. But I'm going to have you take them down. And I want you to rewrite them all without using no and do not. Jen (23:36.302) I had literally just got chills. Tanya N Smith (23:41.459) And this was back before, you know, we assumed people cared about kids. Jen (23:43.296) Right, conscious discipline and all the things. Yes, yes, when we knew nothing. Tanya N Smith (23:48.061) So, yeah, we knew nothing but this principal did. And he or she said, that's not the way to affect change and to gain the respect and to have a nurturing environment. Take them all down. I'm sorry, my septic alarm is going off. you give me just a second to text my husband. Okay, hang on. Jen (24:07.776) Okay, absolutely. Plan for discomfort. Tanya N Smith (24:14.267) Okay, this is a fun game we're playing. Jen (24:21.922) Let's just accept right where you're at and brace this season, Tanya. Tanya N Smith (24:25.137) Thank you, thank you, because it's hot. Can you hear it buzzing? That is alarming because I'm assuming the neighbors can. It is so loud because it's attached to this wall of which I am sitting in the room of. So. Jen (24:28.684) I cannot at all. Jen (24:34.648) Wow, okay. Well, I wanna... Jen (24:40.556) Wow, I want to give a shout out to the mics that are only picking up your voice and not that your home is melting down currently. Tanya N Smith (24:49.139) I just heard Sean open the door to go outside. Okay, so here's what happened today at 6 a.m. I pulled the big dogs inside at 6 45 a.m. A crew showed up to take my roof off and put it back on from the May damage from the May damage. What? How can that be Tanya? It's February 2025. That's what I'm saying. It takes a long time when everyone in Benton County needs a new roof. And then in the process of that, we had to call a plumber who said, Oh, you need a new septic pump. And I was just like, what am I, an ATM? So Sean, we're just, it's hemorrhaging over here is what I'm saying to you. It's hemorrhaging. I can hear Sean out there like pressing buttons right now trying to get everything to be quiet. Jen (25:22.36) No. Jen (25:31.574) horrible I'm so sorry Tanya N Smith (25:39.331) I predict there'll be a plumber here in a few minutes. What do you think? Jen (25:42.476) I think you're going to get a plumber in the middle of the night. Yes. Tanya N Smith (25:46.149) my word. Okay, well we're just gonna keep going. We're gonna push on because it is very important to me to tell the story with you. I feel safe telling these stories with you because you point out to the listeners all of the gaps and you explain me really well. Like a translator, if you will. True story, I woke up at the end of January and I realized something huge about myself. Jen (25:50.914) I love it. Tanya N Smith (26:14.653) that I had been living in survival mode since, for me, I can measure it since the end of May. We had a lot of things happen around here all at once, and I truly thought I was handling them one at a time, doing a great job. Like, knock that one down, give me another. Knock that one down, give me another. And I noticed one day that the systems Jen (26:17.006) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (26:42.877) that I had previously relied on to help order my thoughts and organize my days. Those had not even been thought of since the end of May. Tanya N Smith (26:55.567) And I do not use the term survival mode lightly. I'm not using that lightly in this situation. Let me read to you the definition that I found on the Google machine. And this is from jcmh.org. It stands for some name. Survival mode is essentially booting, as a computer term, in safe mode. Things like trauma, prolonged grief, and even just burnout can cause our brains to opt into booting this way. It basically, our brain is entering survival mode. Do you remember back when we had the big computers where we would turn them on in safe mode? So if there was a virus, the virus would not attack the computer and bring it down? Jen (27:34.978) you Tanya N Smith (27:44.039) That's what it's talking about. And survival mode clicks us into suppressing something within us in our brain. So anyway, what I've learned is any short or long term, very stressful experience can be traumatizing. And we can't measure it against someone else's trauma. So you know the trauma responses. Fight, flight. Jen (27:44.184) Right. Jen (28:10.094) don't know. Tanya N Smith (28:11.549) freeze and then the one that we all now understand that is, yeah, fun. So what I've learned again from this website that these result in your body saying, I will only do essential functions. That is all I'm capable. Jen (28:15.118) Yeah. Jen (28:28.014) Right. It's like COVID when essential workers were the only ones allowed to go and do the work, right? Everyone else had to stay home. Tanya N Smith (28:36.723) 100 % yes. Jen (28:38.198) Yeah, and your body is like, we're only, we're now I'm doing the bare minimum. We're keeping the lights on. That's about it. All extra activities will be paused. Tanya N Smith (28:48.241) Right. Right. Food in mouth, lights on, lights off. Do it over again the next day. Did we survive it? Yes, we did. Okay, we did something right. Keep going. Jen (28:59.918) Yeah. Tanya N Smith (29:02.739) Okay, back to this website. We often have a lack of focus. I'm raising my hand. A feeling of, wait, what just happened? Like the feeling of reading something five times over and you still don't know what you just read, what it's about, or even listening to it. You feel like you're operating on a short fuse or you're just simply exhausted and procrastinating things that you wouldn't usually procrastinate. because your higher functioning brain has shut down in favor of base survival. Jen (29:34.68) Wow, as you're reading that, I'm curious, like, what's your response to that knowing that has been you for months? Tanya N Smith (29:45.869) I was very surprised that I had not checked in with myself sooner. I thought I knew myself better than that. And I thought I was above it. Jen (29:52.686) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (29:57.415) Yeah, I really did. And then people saying, you're doing a great job. You're doing such a great, you know, you're doing such a great job. look at you, you're doing a great job. And I thought, I must be doing a great job. Tanya N Smith (30:10.597) On the outside, I do believe I was. On the inside, I believe I was struggling a Jen (30:15.906) Yeah, yeah. I think we're. Tanya N Smith (30:17.329) You know, and isn't that what we kind of have learned to do in our lives? Keep it inside. You gotta move forward. You got, know. Jen (30:26.84) You're going to get up every day and you're going to keep going. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (30:29.095) Yeah. I'm hearing Joshua like yelling back and forth with Sean in the backyard. And I just don't think it sounds good. I just think something's going. Jen (30:37.07) I love that this whole scenario at your home is basically mirroring what we're saying. We're just accepting it. I don't know, we're just accepting it. It's fine. Tanya N Smith (30:44.147) It is so... Like, we're up to here in sewage. Jen (30:52.75) totally fine. Tanya N Smith (30:52.849) Moving on, doing a podcast like it's not even happening. Jen (30:56.174) That is clearly someone else's gig. I don't even know. Tanya N Smith (31:01.039) okay. So reading this article, this helped me. Okay, first of all, sitting down and Googling survival mode opened my mind to girl, that's you. And I think it's other people. Jen (31:05.954) We have. Jen (31:11.31) Sure. Jen (31:15.286) Okay, well let me go back to what we just said. The best way to make a change in anything is to understand what it is and why it is. Tanya N Smith (31:22.951) That's it. That's it. Because I didn't know how to help myself because I didn't know what I was helping. I just didn't know. Here's what I learned. And you have told me these things. Here it is written out in one sentence. Well, two. There are three ways of responding to manage and prevent survival mode. Self-compassion. who just said that? Self-regulation. who said that? Embrace. Jen (31:24.887) Yeah Tanya N Smith (31:51.545) and self-care. who said that? That was you. Self-compassion, self-regulation. I know what I'm gonna do when it happens to me. I'm gonna pre-plan. Self-care. I'm gonna accept where I am and not be ashamed of it. Gonna move on. Okay, I have to text them because the alarm just went off again. Jen (31:59.854) Mm-hmm. Jen (32:14.252) I love it. We're just going to accept right where we're at. Tanya's self-regulating her emotions right now and caring for the family. Jen (32:28.654) You know, we really wanted to bring a real life scenario to the podcast today. Tanya N Smith (32:34.574) my word. Jen (32:36.876) Yeah. Tanya N Smith (32:38.043) Okay, yeah, I'm trying to, yes, I'm trying to self-regulate right now because I'm like, why? Why? Here's what I think. We must have something really good to say to people because it's very difficult to complete this podcast. Jen (32:43.447) Yeah. Jen (32:48.992) It's very difficult tonight. It's very difficult tonight, for sure. Tanya N Smith (32:53.819) Well, again, that if you want, if you feel like you've been in survival mode, it would not surprise me friends is what I'm saying because it snuck up on me and one day turned into the next, turned into the next. And here's what I ended up saying to Sean. Now let me, I'm not far removed from this, nor have I completely popped out of this mode because it was just days ago I said to Sean, my goodness, I only do two things a day. Jen (33:04.462) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (33:23.215) I am not okay. And he said, Jen (33:25.87) You're just becoming aware of what is happening to you. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (33:32.273) Yeah, just now. So I'm going to work on self-compassion, self-regulation, especially when my septic alarm is screaming in my ear while I'm podcasting. And I think I do a pretty good job of self-care. So I'm going to be like, you know what? Good job. Keep it up. Keep it up. But yeah. Jen (33:51.682) Keep it up. You're doing well. Well, one of my favorite questions to ask you all the time is how are you resourcing yourself? How are you taking care of yourself? And so let's just have a mini coaching session right now. How are you resourcing yourself now that we know where you are and how you are? Tanya N Smith (34:00.025) Okay, I love it when you ask me that question. I love it when you ask me that. Jen (34:15.842) What are the ways that you're going to support yourself? Tanya N Smith (34:20.037) Okay, I am going back to time blocking my days. And this is not because I'm trying to regulate and what am I trying to militarize my life? It's because like I heard someone say recently, if you have a dog, what do you want to do? You want to build the dog offense? Why do you build the dog offense? Cause you want it to run around and enjoy its life. So when I time block my days, it means, Jen (34:34.274) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (34:48.623) On Tuesdays, that day is all about this instead of everyone else's. Or Thursdays, that is self-care day from morning to evening. You get to do that whole day. Jen (34:52.472) Yeah. Jen (34:58.99) Wow, so you're building yourself in some self care by blocking your time. You know that you cannot completely rearrange the schedule, obviously, and there are things that you're not gonna be able to manage time-wise because they're gonna get pushed to you. But you are setting up time to care for yourself and blocking time for the things that matter. Tanya N Smith (35:03.731) Mm-hmm. Tanya N Smith (35:09.523) Mm-mm. Tanya N Smith (35:22.887) That's the only way I know how to do it. I don't know another way. Jen (35:24.928) As your coach, I'm giving you two enthusiastic thumbs up on that. I do, yes. You're putting yourself back on the schedule and you haven't been on the schedule for a minute. Tanya N Smith (35:29.073) All you do? Let me tell you, that makes me so happy. Tanya N Smith (35:36.571) I am. you know, another thing that I appreciate about the awareness of survival mode is spiritual wellness. Jen (35:46.126) Hmm. Tanya N Smith (35:48.027) I heard that in a way that I had not heard it before, I think, you know, that's one of the, one of the reasons why I've enjoyed growing older is because I do hear things the same way, but different, you know what I mean? That's it. But it does suggest like we're burned out and we can't see the bigger picture anymore. And that is one of the reasons why our brain clicks to survival mode because we haven't stopped and like, Jen (36:00.066) Yes, I hear the same things, but they land differently. Yeah. Tanya N Smith (36:17.075) Maybe for me, for me it's journaling and having like, I can see my one year, three year, five year goals or what I want to do this week or today. But I have to see, I have to visually see it. I forget, I forget so fast. But when I stopped seeing that bigger picture burnout, because I'm like, I don't remember why I was doing that small thing in that way. Yeah. So like, Jen (36:40.362) Right. I've forgotten. Right. Tanya N Smith (36:46.771) I work so hard on myself and I work so hard on the job that I'm doing, but the fruits of my labor, they come out as skittles instead of watermelons. And I'm like, now, what am I doing this for? You know? Jen (36:58.39) love that. Say that again. Tanya N Smith (37:05.263) As like, for instance, right now, my house is literally falling down around me, but no, I'm kidding. It's not, it's all okay. It's figure outable. But no, the fruits of my labor sometimes come, they are picked as Skittles and I was expecting watermelons. The watermelon is coming. Like, but I forgot the bigger picture and that's hard for me to deal with. Jen (37:08.054) Okay. Jen (37:13.304) Yeah, it is. Jen (37:22.03) you Yeah. Tanya N Smith (37:28.859) And that makes me feel burned out and that makes me feel hopeless and that makes me forget all of my systems and then just boom, I'm back in survival mode again. Jen (37:37.302) Yeah, you get kind of tied down to where you're at and you can only narrow the focus on one tiny little thing. It's like Mark, my husband Mark all the time says it's the broken nail syndrome where it's like there's 50 death by a million paper cuts. There's 50 million things and then you break a fingernail and then that's just you can't cope, right? That's just the straw that broke the camel's back, so to speak. Tanya N Smith (37:38.236) So yeah. Tanya N Smith (38:00.945) That is so true. That is so true. I'm sorry, I'm gonna text real quick. Are we addressing the alarm? So, do you like that? Jen (38:08.302) I love how you said that. Are we addressing the alarm? See, I would have texted 911? Tanya N Smith (38:21.331) What is happening in my life right now? Jen (38:21.39) So we are addressing the alarm is what I'm hearing you say. Tanya N Smith (38:25.681) No, they just said we don't hear an alarm. And I'm like, what? can you not hear an alarm? What's happening? happening. Okay so anyway this is funny I'm so glad this is happening why it's happening but anyway you've got to I have to remember how to feel excited about something again because the original excitement like it wanes and I forget what I'm doing anything for so Jen (38:37.368) my goodness. Jen (38:50.734) Yeah. Jen (38:56.046) for sure. Tanya N Smith (38:59.827) Anyway, that's where, that's okay. That was where, that's where I am. Like everything's okay. Nothing terrible has happened in my life. I just got off track and burdened down by a lot of things at once, like everyone does. And I let myself absolutely fall under the weight of that. And so there we go. I'm just saying it could happen to you too. And if it does self-compassion, self-regulation and self-care, just like you told us in those four ways of moving forward. Jen (39:00.067) guess. Tanya N Smith (39:29.997) I'm going to go back up to those because they're so good. You said the best way to change anything is to understand what it is and why it is. And then we talked about go ahead and embrace that season that you are in. Mistakes will be made. We need to plan for the discomfort and be patient. And then fourth and finally, we're not resigning. We're not giving up. We are moving forward while understanding where we're starting from. Jen (39:59.522) Right. And I think that's so key in the story that you just told about yourself. Now that you're understanding where you're starting from or where you're currently at, why it's happening and what it is, you can come in and triage yourself and take care of yourself and resource yourself to the next place. Right. And so you're not, you're not quitting. You're not resigning. You're supporting yourself in a way to make meaningful change without prescribing to yourself a regiment and list of dos and don'ts. Just like in your story with the the gym teacher and the principal. doesn't have to be don't do this. It could simply say be, I see where I'm at. I didn't realize I was here. This isn't exactly where I want to be. This is the perspective I want to have. This is the joy that I want to put back in my life. Tanya N Smith (40:40.509) So true. Jen (40:58.328) Here's what I'm really attempting with these resolutions or these rules or these goals. Here's what I'm really attempting to obtain is that are a better way to obtain that than getting up at 5 a.m. and exercising in the cold and dark. Absolutely there's better ways to do it. There's better ways to take care of yourself than setting up rules. Tanya N Smith (41:21.959) I'm so glad you're here today. Thank you for talking us through this. I cannot imagine a better conversation, a more timely conversation, a more helpful way of learning how to move forward and process through things that we're processing through. We're going to do this again, right? Jen (41:38.35) I would love to do this again. I love the thought of having conversations to support ourselves, to grow, to learn, and to learn to take care of ourselves. Tanya N Smith (41:50.987) me too. Okay, friends, hey, that's all for today. But you can find the video version where you see me have an actual meltdown on Patreon.com/SuperYes. And we're on all the podcast platforms at the superlatively yes podcast. We're going to list all of our Instagram stuff in the show notes. So hey, don't forget to always check the show notes. That's like our diary. You've got to go there and check the show notes. We're putting all the fun stuff there. Jen, my friend, it's always so great to spend time with you and I can't wait to do it again. Jen (42:19.97) You too. Yeah, go check on your alarms. Tanya N Smith (42:23.279) I am. Thank you everyone for listening to the Super Yes Podcast. Have a great rest of your day. Jen (42:29.966)  

Light Up Your Worth
Glow Confidence and Radiance: Nancy Reagan on Skincare Magic and Finding Self-Worth

Light Up Your Worth

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 42:32


Send us a textIn this enriching episode of 'Light Up Your Worth,' host Debbie welcomes Nancy Reagan, the esteemed founder of Skin Diva Labs and Bella Reina Spa. Nancy, a seasoned diagnostic aesthetician and skincare coach with over 30 years of experience, shares her pioneering techniques for skincare, particularly for women over 40. She delves into the science behind effective skincare routines, emphasizing hydration and the role of liver health in maintaining radiant skin. Nancy also explores the blend of spirituality and beauty, stressing that true beauty comes from within, supported by self-love and inner peace. Her personal journey overcoming serious health challenges to embrace her self-worth adds depth to the discussion. Key insights include the drawbacks of oxidizing vitamin C serums, the importance of using airless pumps, and the power of gratitude. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:29 Nancy Reagan's Journey in Skincare02:16 The Importance of Simple and Effective Skincare04:20 The Role of Hydration and Nutrition09:10 Understanding Cleansers and Their Impact12:15 The Connection Between Liver Health and Skin16:12 The Science Behind Skincare Ingredients21:36 The Importance of Airless Pumps in Skincare23:08 Simplifying Skincare: The Essential Five-Piece Kit24:40 The Role of Toners and Key Ingredients25:48 Spiritual Skincare: Inner Joy Reflects Outer Beauty27:53 Gratitude and Joy: The Foundation of Beauty32:54 Music and Self-Worth: Personal Reflections36:06 Connecting with Nancy: Where to Find Her37:14 Future Plans: Traveling Podcast Dreams Thank you for tuning into another illuminating episode of Light Up Your Worth. Your presence here is a testament to your commitment to healing, personal growth, and self discovery. As we conclude, remember, your worth is innate, your light is powerful beyond words, and your potential is limitless.Remember, when you own your worth, your light shines with abundance. Until next time, let your inner light shine. Sending sunshine.Support the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!

Sipping Slow With Joe
LOE Season 4 Episode 1 "All This Commotion Over Women's Promotion Podcast Truth Dosing

Sipping Slow With Joe

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 66:19


HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! First Off We at LOE would like to apologize to Nancy Reagan and her family. These alleged alligations of Nancy Reagans supposed passed should be left to the internet to discuss. NOW WITH THAT SAID. WHAT'S UP WITH ALL THE WOMEN GETTING PROMOTED FOR THEIR LOOKS AND THEN SUING FOR SEXUAL HARASSMENT? Listen up As the Crew begins 2025.......THE LOE WAY! Logikovereverything@gmail.com

Curtis Sliwa
Curtis Sliwa's Rip & Read | 01-06-25

Curtis Sliwa

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 54:19


Curtis Sliwa dives into various topics starting with his daily ritual of consulting the New York Post Horoscope and recalling President Ronald Reagan's reliance on astrological charts prepared by Nancy Reagan. The conversation shifts to current congestion pricing in New York City, highlighting the new tolls and his criticism of officials like Kathy Holcomb and the MTA Chairman, Jan O'Leaver. Curtis discusses the seemingly lackluster debut of congestion pricing where few people showed up, and criticizes the perceived inefficacy and motivations behind this initiative. The narrative turns darker when Curtis tells the tragic story of Debrina Kawam, a former Jersey girl turned homeless, who tragically died in a subway fire. He passionately recounts her downward spiral and calls for her memory to be honored. Curtis also touches on political dynamics, focusing on New York Mayor Eric Adams' changing administration forced by higher powers, and hints at former governor Andrew Cuomo eying a mayoral run. The segment concludes with Curtis' reflections on current political figures like Trump and their influence. Throughout, Curtis paints a vivid picture of the interplay of personal, local, and national issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain on WGN Plus
Raw and personal letter from Patti Davis to her parents, Ronald and Nancy Reagan

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain on WGN Plus

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024


The relationship between First Daughter Patti Davis and her parents, President Ronald Reagan and mom Nancy Reagan, was strained to say the least. In her new book, “Dear Mom and Dad: A Letter About Family, Memory and the America We Once Knew,” the former first daughter writes a very personal and tough memoir in the form of a letter […]

Desperately Seeking the '80s: NY Edition
Juror Furor + Precocious Promoters

Desperately Seeking the '80s: NY Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 49:18


Meg finds out how the jury in the murder trial of Eric Smokes and David Warren got it so wrong. Jessica tracks how The Saint morphed from gay Shangri-La to a booze-free teen scene.Please check out our website, follow us on Instagram, on Facebook, and...WRITE US A REVIEW HEREWe'd LOVE to hear from you! Let us know if you have any ideas for stories HEREThank you for listening!Love,Meg and Jessica

Good Times Great Movies
Episode 274: 274: A Christmas Dream (1984)

Good Times Great Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 58:46


On this dig back into past Holiday Patreon episodes, Doug mixes up Maureen McGovern and Maureen McCormick, Jamie wants everyone to make a holiday-inspired dish from Nancy Reagan, and we try not to get too distracted by better things we'd recently watched for the podcast like Night Hawks and A Cabbage Patch kids Christmas. Do some cigarette magic tricks for children, slide into some comfy sweats, and join us as we struggle to understand how anyone at the time managed to keep watching this special after the first commercial break, all while discussing A Christmas Dream!Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookVisit our Website

Top Secrets
The Need to Say No in Business

Top Secrets

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 11:48


I don't know if you've ever heard the expression, "no is a complete sentence." have you ever heard that one? It's interesting because it's very hard to just say no in business when someone asks you something. That was an old Nancy Reagan thing, right? "Just say no." Say no to drugs. Just say no. But when somebody asks you to do something, you just say "no." I think there was an episode of Seinfeld like that... David: Hi, and welcome back. In today's episode, co host Jay McFarland and I discuss the need to say no in business. Welcome back, Jay. Jay: Hey, thank you so much, David. I think this is one of the hardest things to do in business because we feel like we can answer every question and that we should. And the reality is, that's not the case. David: Yeah, and it's such an easy trap to fall into because there are so many people that we feel like we need to say yes to, right? We've got business associates, we've got clients, we've got prospects, we've got family, we've got friends, everybody coming to us with things. And the agree type of person inside us wants to say yes to most things. We want to be agreeable. We want to do the best of our ability. But sometimes we can really get in over our heads when we don't at least start to say no to some of the things that are not going to allow us to get where we need to go. Jay: Yeah, and I agree. It's in your personal life. It's in your business life. If you have a sales cycle, it's which customers you choose to deal with. I mean, you can let your entire life be dominated. And I know people like this and I've looked at him and I said, how do you ever get something done? I mean, I love you because you want to help everybody and you're so serving to other people, but your family might be neglected. Your business might be neglected. There's got to be balance in the force, right? David: Yeah. And sometimes, during some stages of life, it's easier than other times to say no. But there are periods in there, man, where it's just like you feel like you have to do everything. You have to say yes to every opportunity. You have to at least explore it. You want to try to help everyone you can possibly help, which is a great thing, but we all have a limited, finite number of hours in a day. 24 hours is fixed. It's inflexible. We can't change that. And everything we say yes to means that we're saying no to something else, even if we're not physically saying no. We're not giving ourselves the ability to accomplish additional things, which creates sort of a huge opportunity cost if we're not careful. Jay: Yeah, and how many of us are careful? That word careful, right, David? What does that mean? Is it identifying the things that you have to get done? I think yes, the things you want to get done, the priorities? And I don't think we're saying no to everybody, right? It's understanding yourself and what's most important and saying, I'm actually going to say yes. to so many people, but after that, I'm booked. I can't. I've got to be with my family. I've got to be at work. I've got to be, with these other priorities. David: Yes, and I think for a lot of us, it's inside of work where we often have the most difficulty saying no. Because when you're dealing with family and friends, in a way, it's easier to say, well, I can't because I have to do this. I can't because I have to work, right? We're not saying no I'm not doing it. We're saying I can't. When in fact, we're either prioritizing incorrectly or prioritizing poorly or we're just making the decision that no, I'm going to do this instead And it's very difficult to do that to actually say no to someone as opposed to presenting the excuse instead of the actual no. Saying I can't as opposed to I am choosing to do this other thing. That's tough. Jay: Yeah, it is tough or find what I'll do is because I don't want to use the word no, I'll put it off till later. Like, I'll say, well,

If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes

This podcast, which routinely features LB HUNKTEARS, also has John Warren and Niki Grayson, who this week discuss the following topics: Using a saw to paint a house, Niki's driving habits, cocaine, jungle laboratories, Larry King's relationship with Nancy Reagan, regularly scheduled steroids talk, best sex pheromones for men attract hot women, and somehow even more. LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARS LB HUNKTEARSWelcome to If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes, a podcast about navigating the cruelty, chaos, and wonder of our terrifying world. Niki, John, LB— and our producer Jordo— try to find meaning and clarity one or twelve subjects at a time: from the menu at Cheesecake Factory to a human man dressed up as Snoopy tucking you into bed.Who are we?: We are Niki Grayson (https://twitter.com/godsewa) (the Buster Keaton of basketball), John Warren (https://twitter.com/FloppyAdult) (business boy and wassail pervert, short), LB Hunktears (https://twitter.com/hunktears) (handsome genius, 5'8", America's Gamer), and producer Jordan Mallory (https://bsky.app/profile/jordo.bsky.social) (frog with computer). Music by Jordan Mallory and Art by Max Schwartz (https://maxds.itch.io/).Follow the show: https://www.twitter.com/ifyouredriving Support us: https://www.patreon.com/ifyouredriving (edited) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TRUTH IN RHYTHM
Where'd You Get Your Funk From? - Chris Horton (Prince, Funkatopia)

TRUTH IN RHYTHM

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 130:16


** PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ** Featured in WYGYFF Episode 7: Fellow funkateer, Prince lover and podcaster – Chris Horton, better known as Mr. Christopher! For almost 20 years, he has run the Funkatopia website that was frequented by Prince himself, and today includes a popular podcast, radio station, music reviews and more. A few other tidbits: He was born in NJ, relocated to Atlanta and modeled as a teen, including Macy's catalog; he sang in commercials for Coke, United Way and Nancy Reagan's Just Say No; and he performed with local bands and started SLABMusic.com to support Southern region musicians. Here he talks about his Prince encounters and perspectives, high-profile interviews and what's next for the Funkatopia platform. RECORDED OCTOBER 2024 Hosted by Scott "DR GX" Goldfine — musicologist, author of “Everything Is on the One: The First Guide of Funk” and creator/host of the popular TRUTH IN RHYTHM podcast — "Where'd You Get Your Funk From?" is the latest interview show brought to you by FUNKNSTUFF.NET. Where'd You Get Your Funk From (WYGYFF) is an open format video and audio podcast focusing on the here and now, with a broad range of creative and artistic guests sharing fascinating stories, experiences, and perspectives. WYGYFF is a welcoming avenue to newer and independent musical acts as well as established and still active musicians of any genre; authors; filmmakers; actors; artists; collectors and archivists; radio & podcast personalities; journalists; scholars; sound techs; promoters; photographers; and other creative people. A common thread, is the show's standard opening question: Where'd you get your funk from? This is much deeper than it may seem as the answer need not be strictly about funky music, as not everyone has found the funk. It could hit on whatever type of music touches their soul or pleasure centers. Additionally, the question extends beyond music. Paraphrasing George Clinton, funk is whatever it needs to be to get you over the hump. Thus, guests can explain where they got their grit, perseverance, inspiration, talent, creativity, character or other qualities that shaped them into who they are today. This serves as a springboard into candid, in-depth and engrossing conversations.  LEGAL NOTICE: All video and audio content protected by copyright. Any use of this material is strictly prohibited without expressed consent from original content producer and owner Scott Goldfine, dba FUNKNSTUFF. For inquiries, email info@funknstuff.net. Get your copy of "Everything Is on the One: The First Guide of Funk" today! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1541256603/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1541256603&linkCode=as2&tag=funknstuff-20&linkId=b6c7558ddc7f8fc9fe440c5d9f3c400

The Sunshine Place
S2|E6: Poster Child

The Sunshine Place

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 47:00


Princess Diana graces Straight Incorporated with her presence at the invitation of the First Lady, Nancy Reagan. Their visit puts the program in the international spotlight. Enrollment numbers explode, but more teenagers to rehabilitate means more parents to indoctrinate. At Straight, adults take their cues from kids, no matter how vicious the mandate. Whether you call it rehabilitation or brainwashing, the program's roots lead back to a powerful and unsettling origin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Still Here Hollywood
Penelope Ann Miller "Reagan"

Still Here Hollywood

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 63:25


This is Still Here Hollywood. I'm Steve Kmetko. Join me with today's guest, actor Penelope Ann Miller.Actors in Hollywood are fortunate if just once in their career, they get the chance to co-star with the biggest names on the big screen.It's a testament to their acting talent when they're paired with a number of worldwide box office juggernauts.Today, we are graced with one of those actors. She found her WAY with Carlitio. Survived Kindergarten, with a Cop. And recently portrayed an iconic first lady of the United States.  Show CreditsHost/Producer: Steve KmetkoAll things technical: Justin ZangerleExecutive Producer: Jim LichtensteinMusic by: Brian SanyshynTranscription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.comhttp://patreon.com/stillherehollywoodSuggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.comAdvertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.comPublicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com

The John Batchelor Show
PREVIEW: DIARY: Biographer Max Boot explores the parallel diaries kept by President Reagan and Nancy Reagan, detailed in "Reagan: His Life and Legend." More next week.

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 1:18


PREVIEW: DIARY: Biographer Max Boot explores the parallel diaries kept by President Reagan and Nancy Reagan, detailed in "Reagan: His Life and Legend." More next week. 1976 Kansas City

Desperately Seeking the '80s: NY Edition
Fallen Dancer + Reagan is the Root

Desperately Seeking the '80s: NY Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 44:46


Send us a textMeg mourns the suicide of New York Ballet City principal dancer Joseph Duell. Jessica returns to the election of 1980 to try to understand how we got here.Please check out our website, follow us on Instagram, on Facebook, and...WRITE US A REVIEW HEREWe'd LOVE to hear from you! Let us know if you have any ideas for stories HEREThank you for listening!Love,Meg and Jessica

Keen On Democracy
Episode 2235: Peter Osnos on LBJ & McNamara - the Vietnam Partnership Bound to Fail

Keen On Democracy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 48:05


There are few men politically or intellectually smarter than President Lyndon Johnson and his defense secretary Robert McNamara. So how did LBJ and McNamara screw up America's involvement in Vietnam so tragically? According to Peter Osnos, the author of LBJ and McNamara: The Vietnam Partnership Destined to Fail, it might have been because the two men were, in their own quite different ways, too smart. For Osnos - a legendary figure in American publishing who, amongst many other things, edited Donald Trump's Art of the Deal - the catastrophe of America's war in Vietnam is a parable about imperial hubris and overreach. According to Osnos, who has access to much previously unpublished material from McNamara, The Best and the Brightest orchestrated the worst and dumbest episode in American foreign policy. Peter Osnos began his journalism career in 1965 as an assistant to I. F. .Stone on his weekly newsletter. Between 1966–1984 Osnos was a reporter and foreign correspondent for The Washington Post and served as the newspaper's foreign and national editor. From 1984-1996 he was Vice President, Associate Publisher, and Senior Editor at Random House and Publisher of Random House's Times Books division. In 1997, he founded PublicAffairs. He served as Publisher and CEO until 2005, and was a consulting editor until 2020 when he and his wife, Susan Sherer Osnos, launched Platform Books LLC. Among the authors he has published and/or edited are — former President Jimmy Carter, Rosalyn Carter, Gen. Wesley Clark, Clark Clifford, former President Bill Clinton, Paul Farmer, Earvin (Magic) Johnson, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Sam Donaldson, Kenneth Feinberg, Annette Gordon Reed, Meg Greenfield, Dorothy Height, Don Hewitt, Molly Ivins, Vernon Jordan, Ward Just, Stanley Karnow, Wendy Kopp, Charles Krauthammer, Brian Lamb, Jim Lehrer, Scott McClellan, Robert McNamara, Charles Morris, Peggy Noonan, William Novak, Roger Mudd. Former President Barack Obama, Speaker of the House Thomas P. (Tip) O'Neill, Nancy Reagan, Andy Rooney, Morley Safer, Natan Sharansky, George Soros, Susan Swain, President Donald Trump, Paul Volcker, Russian President Boris Yeltsin, and Nobel peace prize Winner Muhammad Yunus, as well as journalists from America's leading publications and prominent scholars. Osnos has also been a commentator and host for National Public Radio and a contributor to publications including Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic, and The New Republic. He wrote the Platform column for the Century Foundation, the Daily Beast and The Atlantic.com from 2006-2014. He has also served as Chair of the Trade Division of the Association of American Publishers and on the board of Human Rights Watch. From 2005-2009, he was executive director of The Caravan Project, funded by the MacArthur and Carnegie Foundations, which developed a plan for multi-platform publishing of books. He was the Vice-Chairman of the Columbia Journalism Review from  2007-2012. He is a member of The Council on Foreign Relations. He is a graduate of Brandeis and Columbia Universities. He lives in New York City, with his wife Susan, a consultant to human rights and philanthropic organizations. His children are Evan L.R. Osnos and Katherine Sanford. There are five grandchildren.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Your Mileage May Vary
Longest Dry Spell, Dating Struggles, Candy Crush Addiction, Stuffed Animal Comfort, Male And Female Climaxes

Your Mileage May Vary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 63:05


Keith kicks things off with the realization that he's been celibate for half a year and asks Mike for his longest dry spell, opening up a deep dive into the strange, hilarious world of post-college dating before apps were even a thing. Spoiler: the secret to success back then apparently involved nothing short of flashy cars and questionable confidence. The conversation quickly veers into the psychological battlefield that is dating culture, as the duo debate why some guys lie their way to the top while others (including themselves) end up spinning their wheels. Keith reflects on his struggles breaking into conversations with strangers, while Mike philosophizes on the mysterious charm of "Riz" (after first learning what it is). In an unfiltered chat about awkward social dynamics, they wonder if being a charismatic introvert in your forties is more of a feature than a bug. Somewhere between debating candy-colored apps and chemical addictions, Keith admits to getting way too into Candy Crush, losing hours and, nearly, his dignity, to the game's addictive spell. Mike, ever the wise advisor, encourages him to uninstall but jokingly suggests that at least with cocaine there's more excitement (and arguably better stories). The two even suggest a government campaign against mobile game addiction, imagining a "Just Say No" to digital candy. Somewhere, Nancy Reagan is probably nodding along in spirit. Twitter: @ymmvpod Facebook: ymmvpod Email: ymmvpod@gmail.com

Hotel Bar Sessions
The Ethics of Refusal (with Devonya Havis)

Hotel Bar Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 58:05


When is it right, or even necessary, to say "no"?Refusing can be a powerful act—whether it's standing up to authority, rejecting harmful norms, or pushing back against injustice. But when is saying “no” the right thing to do? And what are the stakes when we decide to refuse? Often our refusals are quotidian and inconsequential, but sometimes, and sometimes without our knowledge, they're huge.We often underestimate how often we issue refusals, both large and small, and we don't consider carefully enough the moral and political dimensions of those acts. It's not always easy to decide when it is appropriate to refuse, and even when we know it's necessary, it's not always easy. Our guest today, Dr. Devonya Havis University of Buffalo), has been thinking about the ethics and politics of refusal for some time, and how how refusing to go along with something can be an act of courage, rebellion, or survival.We're going to ask what happens when-- in the immortal words of Nancy Reagan-- you “just say no.”Full episode notes available at this link:episode-157-the-ethics-of-refusal-with-devonya-havis-------------------If you enjoy Hotel Bar Sessions podcast, please be sure to subscribe and submit a rating/review! Better yet, you can support this podcast by signing up to be one of our Patrons at patreon.com/hotelbarsessions!Follow us on Twitter/X @hotelbarpodcast, on Facebook, on TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube channel! 

Matt's Movie Lodgecast
Episode 182 - Reagan Review

Matt's Movie Lodgecast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 78:19


In a very special episode of the Lodgecast, we cover the new epic political biopic Reagan (2024)! For this hotly anticipated film, we took a little Lodgecast field trip to do some research. You'll hear all about it in this episode. In the movie Reagan (2024), Dennis Quaid stars as President Ronald Reagan alongside Penelope Ann Miller as Nancy Reagan. The rest of the cast is stacked, including Jon Voight, C. Thomas Howell, Kevin Dillon, Mena Suvari, Robert Davi, Xander Berkeley, Pat Boone, Kevin Sorbo, and most importantly, Creed's Scott Stapp as Frank Sinatra. The film was directed by Sean McNamara who has quite the filmography. It's an epic Lodgecast about an epic movie covering an epic President. This is Reagan!

Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast
Penelope Ann Miller on playing Nancy Reagan

Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 54:50


In the new movie, “Reagan” (in theaters now; available for digital download Oct. 15; Video-on-Demand Nov. 1, and on Blu-ray Nov. 19), Penelope Ann Miller plays the iconic First Lady, Nancy Reagan. She explains how, through exhaustive research, she understood and channeled a woman who was far from submissive yet stood by and protected her husband, Ronald Reagan, throughout much of his life. Penelope also talks about Mrs. Reagan's inimitable style, how the costumes helped her find the character and the responsibility she feels portraying real-life people in her screen work. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from mm amazing sponsors! I LOVE these gummies! No joke! Head to Viiahemp.com and use the code GROUPTEXT to receive 15% off + one free sample of their award-winning gummies. (21+). Thanks for supporting Group Text Looking to lose more than 10 lbs? Let's get you started with 15% off and free rush shipping so you can add LEAN to you healthy diet and exercise plan. Visit TakeLean.com and enter GROUPTEXT for your discount. That's promo code GROUPTEXT at TakeLean.com Feeling drained and ready to get your energy and health back on track? Try Field of Greens! Use promo code GROUPTEXT at FieldOfGreens.com to get 15% off your first order and FREE rush shipping! Best day to improve your health is today! Go to UltraLuxHealth.com Get 20% off your order of Red Mini, UltraLux Clean, or Hydrogen Tablets with the promo code GROUPTEXT at checkout. This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or the Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Opperman Report
Jesse P. Pollack: The Acid King ( Ricky Kasso )

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 119:20


Jesse P. Pollack: The Acid King ( Ricky Kasso )Real stories. Real teens. Real consequences.A murder in a small Long Island town reveals the dark secrets lurking behind the seemingly peaceful façade in this latest installment of the Simon True series.On June 19, 1984, seventeen-year-old Ricky Kasso murdered Gary Lauwers in what local police and the international press dubbed a “Satanic Sacrifice.”The murder became the subject of several popular songs, and television specials addressed the issue of whether or not America's teens were practicing Satanism. Even Congress got in on the act, debating Satanic symbolism in songs by performers like AC/DC and Ozzy Osbourne. “The country is in crisis!” screamed the pundits. After all, it was the height of the Reagan era and Nancy Reagan's “just say no” campaign was everywhere. But what this case revealed were bigger problems lurking at the heart of suburban America.Ricky Kasso wasn't a bad kid, but he was lost. To feel better, he started smoking pot, moving on from that to PCP and LSD. He ended up living on the streets and thinking he had nothing to lose. Gary Lauwers went from being a victim of bullying to using drugs to fit in, and finally robbery—but then he made the mistake of stealing from Ricky, and from that moment on, his fate was sealed.A few months later, Gary went into the woods behind the park with Ricky and two other boys. Only three of them came out.The subsequent police investigation and accompanying media circus turned the village upside down. It shattered the image of an idyllic small town, changed the way neighbors viewed each other, and recast the War on Drugs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

improv4humans with Matt Besser
Live at the iO Theater, Chicago: H*nd J*bs & CDs (w/ Danielle Schneider, Emily Anderson, Louie Cordon)

improv4humans with Matt Besser

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 77:21


Burnt fruit frat prank revenge; guitar oriented prenup; Nancy Reagan ghost; non-participation trophy; corduroy bikini sisters fight; handsome Dutch firefighters; are you having a threesome?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ask Dr. Drew
New Reagan Movie In Theaters + The “Cult” Behind The Culture Shift w/ Penelope Ann Miller & Lisa Logan – Ask Dr. Drew – Ep 408

Ask Dr. Drew

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 70:32


“There is a CULT behind our radical culture shift and their name is THE EVOLUTIONARY LEADERS,” writes Lisa Logan. “Based upon a world religion called New Thought, they've gotten their Gnostic ideas into society through one of THE MOST influential & widely watched people in the media…” Get tickets to REAGAN at https://reagan.movie Penelope Ann Miller is an award-winning actress who has starred alongside Hollywood legends in acclaimed films such as “The Freshman” and “Awakenings.” She has played two iconic first ladies of the White House: Mary Todd Lincoln in the film “Saving Lincoln” and now Nancy Reagan in the new film “Reagan”. Miller received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in “Carlito's Way” and was part of the cast of “The Artist,” which won five Academy Awards. She has worked with all three Godfathers: Marlon Brando in “The Freshman”; Robert De Niro in Penny Marshall's “Awakenings”; and Al Pacino in director Brian de Palma's “Carlito's Way”, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination. Miller also earned a Tony Award nomination for her Broadway performance in “Our Town.” Follow her at https://x.com/PenelopeAMiller Lisa Logan is the host of the YouTube channel “Parents of Patriots” and author of the Substack “Education Manifesto.” As a researcher and speaker, she focuses on educational programs and their impact on First Amendment rights. Follow Lisa at https://x.com/IAmLisaLogan 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors  • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • CAPSADYN - Get pain relief with the power of capsaicin from chili peppers – without the burning! Capsadyn's proprietary formulation for joint & muscle pain contains no NSAIDs, opioids, anesthetics, or steroids. Try it for 15% off at https://drdrew.com/capsadyn • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on important medical issues. Always consult your physician before making any decisions about your health. 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Business Pants
BIZ NUGGETS: Boeing's strike costs 3 Dave Calhouns, Robby Starbuck < board cowards, and Musk makes men own 100% again

Business Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 25:44


Live from Vanguard and Nancy Reagan's “Just Say No” bumpersticker, it's an all-new terrific Tuesday edition of Business Pants. Joined by Analyst-Hole Matt Moscardi! In today's ESG-shaped bass guitar called September 17, 2024: a very special seminar where we help business news headline writers be better at their jobs, otherwise known as BIZ NUGGETS!Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE. DAMION1Boeing two for Tuesday:In our 'Oh great, you pay me 273 times the median salary and I have to sit with the knuckle draggers!?' headline of the week. Boeing execs barred from flying business class to save money during strikeIn our 'Strike could cost Boeing the equivalent of 3 failed former CEO Dave Calhouns per day' headline of the week. Strike could cost Boeing $100 million-plus in daily revenue, analysts say$33MIn our 'Chefs will put their recipes on a pizza box to help Pizza Hut make better pizza' headline of the week. Pizza Hut will put your résumé on a pizza box to help you get a jobOn the Yum Brands board, only 2 of 12 directors selected a Pizza Hut food as their favorite Yum Brands food. Taco Bell wins with 5, KFC a close second with 4. At least there's a demographic that's worse off than women on this board (4 of 12) and that's Pizza Hut loversIn our 'Zuck is banning Putin from Facebook for being a shithead' headline of the week. Meta is banning Russian state media outlets like RT from its apps everywhere for engaging in political interference campaigns SAME HEADLINE: WHO DID IT BETTER?DR: In our 'Whatever you do, please don't mistake me for somebody who gives a shit!!' headline of the week. Jamie Dimon is still committed to DEI but says he's not wokeMM: In our 'I'm a full-throated, red-blooded, patriotic, unwoke, capitalist CEO. Also, my assistant told me we have black people that work at JPMorgan now, so that's cool.' headline of the week. Jamie Dimon is still committed to DEI but says he's not wokeDR: In our 'I re-wrote this headline for clarity: Disinterested and racist/sexist board of directors' Impact on Corporate DEI Policies' headline of the week. Robby Starbuck's Impact on Corporate DEI PoliciesMM: In our 'The side of the bottle says, "Side effects include increased racism, misogyny, anger issues, self-loathing, c-list internet celebrity, and a possible cabinet position in the Republican White House..." Should I take it?' headline of the week. Robby Starbuck's Impact on Corporate DEI PoliciesDR: In our 'Nelson Peltz has already taken credit for this' headline of the week. The Walt Disney Company makes history with record-breaking 60 EmmysMM: In our 'Nelson Peltz was disappointed in the result, saying, "Only 60? Probably because of all the blacks they keep casting."' headline of the week. The Walt Disney Company makes history with record-breaking 60 EmmysDR: In our 'Can we cut-and-paste the formatting of this headline to this one from the NYT: How Telegram Became a Playground for Criminals, Extremists and Terrorists. Or this one from Futurism: OpenAI's Strawberry "Thought Process" Sometimes Shows It Scheming to Trick Users' headline of the week. Boar's Head will never make liverwurst again after outbreak that killed 9MM: In our 'It's the Germans fault' headline of the week. Boar's Head will never make liverwurst again after outbreak that killed 9DR: In our 'Is this what an S&P 500 board with only 18% female influence looks like?' headline of the week. Delta is reminding prospective flight attendants that they must wear 'proper' underwear to their interviewsMM: In our 'Given 74.6% of flight attendants are women, this is for you ladies - only Elon Musk can wear a diaper to work like a big fat baby.' headline of the week. Delta is reminding prospective flight attendants that they must wear 'proper' underwear to their interviewsDR: In our 'Zuck pretends to cede control' headline of the week. Instagram gives parents more control over teen accountsMM: In our 'Mark Zuckerberg retains total and complete control of Instagram' headline of the week. Instagram gives parents more control over teen accountsMATT1In our 'Just because there's asbestos in our baby powder doesn't mean you're sick because of OUR asbestos... That could be ANYONE's asbestos... Have you checked Gary's house? I mean, no offense Gary, but your house smells like asbestos all the time. I'm pretty sure there was asbestos in the breakroom coffee machine - or at least it tasted like it. Given these facts, judge, we rest our case.' headline of the week. J&J gets $260 million talc verdict overturned in Oregon, new trial orderedIn our 'We only have 74.6% of directorships, 93.9% of CEO positions, and make 120% more. It's a long road to get to 100% of everything like it used to be, but someone has to climb it. Strap in boys, let's get it done!' headline of the week. Elon Musk's Quest to Make Men Great AgainIn our 'I'm running out of things to say about Elon Musk and his terrible tweets' headline of the week. I'm running out of things to say about Elon Musk and his terrible tweetsIn our 'I'm sorry, I thought this was the snarky bad joke downer show... how the hell did this headline get in here?' headline of the week. Cleanup Group Says It's on Track to Eliminate the Great Pacific Garbage Patch

The Best Storyteller In Texas Podcast
The Greatest Lessons from Scams and Successes in Business

The Best Storyteller In Texas Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 26:50


In this episode of "Kent Hance: The Best Storyteller in Texas," host Kent Hance shares engaging anecdotes about business, investments, and notable figures. He recounts his father's experience with a scam in the 1950s, a notorious scam artist named "Ducky," and humorous courtroom moments. Hance also discusses reputable figures like Boone Pickens and J. Fred Bucy, emphasizing the importance of integrity and skepticism in business. He reflects on his advocacy for an R&D tax credit and its lasting impact. The episode underscores the value of trust, caution, and perseverance in the business world. [object Object]Welcome and Introduction (00:00:03) The host welcomes listeners and introduces Chancellor Hance, setting the stage for the episode. Saying of the Day (00:00:22) Chancellor Hance shares his saying: "If it's too good to be true, it probably is." The Boll Weevil Scam (00:01:13) Hance recounts a story about his father's experience with a fraudulent boll weevil extermination kit. The Satinizer Scam (00:03:24) A con artist named Ducky sells a fraudulent whiskey machine to unsuspecting professionals. Byron Chappell's Humor (00:04:25) Hance shares a humorous encounter involving lawyer Byron Chappell and a story about Ducky. Ducky's Other Scams (00:06:23) Hance discusses Ducky's various scams, including recharging lightning rods and a baby rocker invention. A Courtroom Arrest (00:08:13) A humorous incident where a man wearing a "wanted" shirt is arrested in court. Boone Pickens' Funeral (00:09:17) Hance reflects on Boone Pickens' funeral, where attendees needed tickets, reminiscent of celebrity funerals. Alan White's Eulogy (00:10:16) Hance recalls Alan White and Jerry Jones delivering the eulogy at Boone's funeral. Boone Pickens' Early Life (00:11:20) A brief overview of Boone Pickens' background and his journey through college sports. RH Fulton and Business Deals (00:12:29) Hance shares stories about RH Fulton, a colorful character in the business world. Boone's Check Mishap (00:13:48) An amusing story of Boone Pickens trying to deposit a check that wasn't signed. RH Fulton's Notary Incident (00:14:59) Hance tells a story about Boone needing RH to sign important papers in a humorous situation. J. Fred Bucy's Background (00:16:01) Hance introduces J. Fred Busey, a successful figure from a small Texas town. Bucy's Education Journey (00:17:01) Busey's high school teacher advocates for his scholarship, leading to his eventual success. Importance of R&D Tax Credit (00:19:26) Hance discusses a conversation with Bucy about the need for tax incentives for research and development. The Importance of R&D Tax Credit (00:20:21) Chancellor Hance discusses the significance of the incremental investment tax credit for research and development. Fred Bucy's Influence (00:21:25) Hance shares his respect for Fred Busey and how he facilitated a critical phone call. Don Regan's Career and Challenges (00:22:26) The conversation shifts to Don Regan's career and his notable conflicts, especially with Nancy Reagan. Impact of the Tax Cut (00:24:06) Discussion on the long-lasting effects of the tax credit on research and development in the U.S. The Nature of Entrepreneurship (00:24:51) Hance emphasizes the entrepreneurial spirit and the willingness to take calculated risks. Understanding Odds in Business (00:25:50) A reflection on the importance of knowing the odds when making business decisions and investments. Closing Thoughts on Skepticism (00:25:50) Hance concludes with a reminder to be wary of opportunities that seem too good to be true.

Pod Casty For Me
Schrader Ep. 27: The Walker (2007)

Pod Casty For Me

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 112:16


Paul Schrader concludes his first set of Man In A Room films with 2007's THE WALKER, a bookend to AMERICAN GIGOLO that finds the lonely man working as a literal escort for society women in D.C. But will Carter Page III find meaning outside of managing a few political wives' secrets? Should Woody Harrelson be doing that voice? Is Jake so unceasingly distractible on this episode that it ends the podcast? You'll have to listen to find out! Further Reading: The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham "The Consummate Chum: Jerome Zipkin Dies at 80" by Mort Sheinman "The Gigolo Grows Up" by Kyle Buchanan Further Viewing: AMERICAN GIGOLO (Schrader, 1980) NOW YOU SEE ME (Leterrier, 2013) NOW YOU SEE ME 2 (Chu, 2016)   https://www.podcastyforme.com/ Follow Pod Casty For Me: https://twitter.com/podcastyforme https://www.instagram.com/podcastyforme/ https://www.youtube.com/@podcastyforme Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PodCastyForMe Artwork by Jeremy Allison: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyallisonart  

Done & Dunne
181. Dunne's Redemption in Los Angeles

Done & Dunne

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 55:05


In this episode, we take Dominick Dunne through many decades of his turbulent career, and get our man Nick redeemed in the Hollywood scene in the mid-1990s. Dunne knew the Bloomingdales and the Reagans socially back in his Hollywood halcyon days in the 1960s, but was most certainly booted out of their circle by his 1970s downfall. With the publication of his 1984 coverage on the murder of Vicki Morgan, and his subsequent roman a clef An Inconvenient Woman, many folks would not have anticipated that Dunne would get back into the good graces of the West Coast Queens, Betsy Bloomingdale and Nancy Reagan. Dunne does that, and so much more. Included in this episode are so many familiar characters from our ongoing investigation, and a few new characters too, including Jerry Zipkin, Heidi Fleiss, Alfredo de la Vega, Marcia Clark, Elizabeth Taylor and Michael Jackson and his chimpanzee too. All sources can be found at doneanddunne.com. Continue your investigation with ad-free and bonus episodes on Patreon! To advertise on Done & Dunne, please reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Paul Leslie Hour
#1,028 - Sean McNamara

The Paul Leslie Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 22:06


#1,028 - Sean McNamara on Reagan Sean McNamara joins The Paul Leslie Hour to discuss his number one film Reagan. In this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour, the illustrious director Sean McNamara discusses his latest film, "Reagan," a biopic that captures the life of the 40th president of the United States, featuring performances by Dennis Quaid and Penelope Ann Miller. The conversation unfolds across continents, as McNamara shares his insights from California while Leslie conducts the interview from Bucharest, Romania. The film marks McNamara's 40th project and intriguingly aligns with the theme of Ronald Reagan, the 40th president. McNamara reflects on his motivation for making the film, which began when screenwriter Howie Klossner sent him the script. He was particularly drawn to the unique perspective of telling Reagan's story through the eyes of an ex-KGB agent, adding a compelling narrative angle that contrasts Reagan's ideals with those from the Cold War adversaries. This captivating approach, alongside McNamara's personal connection to Reagan—having worked at Reagan's inauguration when he was just 18—fuels his passion for the project. He recounts his childhood experiences, hinting at the serendipitous journey that led him into the film industry, culminating in directing a film about a figure who had a profound impact on American history. As the conversation progresses, McNamara dives deeper into the film's narrative framework, explaining that "Reagan" not only chronicles the political maneuvers of the president but also intertwines with his personal life and relationships, particularly with Nancy Reagan. This depth allows the film to explore themes of faith, resilience, and the human side of a political icon, illustrating Reagan's early life, struggles, and eventual rise to political prominence through various roles including actor and governor. Leslie prompts McNamara to elaborate on the casting of Dennis Quaid, who plays Ronald Reagan. McNamara praises Quaid's dedication to the role, noting how he immersed himself in the character by studying Reagan's speeches and mannerisms. The director discusses the delicate balance required to portray such a well-known figure authentically, without veering into caricature. Penelope Ann Miller's performance as Nancy Reagan is also highlighted, with McNamara noting her extensive research and commitment to accurately embodying Reagan's wife, emphasizing that her influence was critical to his success. The interview further showcases McNamara's admiration for Jon Voight, who plays a significant role in the film as a KGB agent. Voight's approach to character development and his warm personality shine through in McNamara's anecdotes, providing a glimpse into the camaraderie that develops on set. McNamara reveals his working method, emphasizing the importance of pre-production rehearsals in creating a supportive environment for actors, which fosters creativity and confidence before filming begins. Discussion turns to the film's unique soundtrack, which features diverse artists from various genres, including a never-before-heard Bob Dylan track and contributions from Gene Simmons of Kiss. McNamara explains how music plays a critical role in establishing the film's emotional tone and historical context, weaving familiar tunes throughout different periods of Reagan's life to enhance viewer engagement. The conversation also addresses the mixed critical reception that the film has received on platforms like Rotten Tomatoes, highlighting McNamara's perspective on critics versus audience reactions. He expresses confidence in the film's ability to resonate with viewers, recounting moving audience reactions during test screenings, and reiterating his aim to create movies that inspire and unite rather than divide. In concluding thoughts, McNamara reflects on Reagan's legacy, particularly appreciating his humor and interpersonal skills in navigating intense political scenarios. He emphasizes the importance of camaraderie in politics, urging a return to amicable discourse among differing ideologies as vital for future unity. As he wraps up the interview, he encourages listeners to watch "Reagan" in theaters, highlighting its cinematic beauty and the shared human experience it encapsulates. The resulting discussion is not only a deep dive into the filmmaking process but also a commentary on history, politics, and the narratives that shape public perception of one of America's most notable presidents.

I'd Rather Be Reading
Max Boot on the Life and Legend of U.S. President Ronald Reagan

I'd Rather Be Reading

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 38:55


The 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan, is once again our topic du jour today, as we're talking about Max Boot's new book Reagan: His Life and Legend, which comes out on September 10. In the fantastic 880-page book, Max quotes someone as having said of Reagan that “there was almost no one who did not succumb to his magic.” Today on the show we talk about what that magic was; about his love story with his wife, Nancy Reagan, who Max writes in the book without her Reagan “would never have been elected to anything”; how he and his presidency are perceived 20 years after his death in 2004; and if, as Max writes in the book, “Reaganism contain[ed] the seeds of Trumpism?” Max and I talk about the differences between Reagan the man and Reagan the public figure, how he was as a father to his four children (one of whom we've had on the show!), where his elevated sense of self-confidence came from, and, of course, his legacy. Much to get into, and here to delve into it all with me is Max Boot, an author, historian, and policy analyst who, in addition to writing 880-page definitive biographies, is also a columnist for The Washington Post, a global affairs analyst for CNN, and the Jeane J. Kirkpatrick senior fellow in national security studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. In addition to this new book, Max has also written The Road Not Taken: Edward Lansdale and the American Tragedy in Vietnam, which was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Biography, and Invisible Armies: An Epic History of Guerilla Warfare from Ancient Times to the Present. He has also written The Savage Wars of Peace: Small Wars and the Rise of American Power and War Made New: Technology, Warfare, and the Course of History, 1500 to Today. An impressive man who has certainly written an impressive book.   Reagan: His Life and Legend by Max Boot

Movies Merica
Reagan review

Movies Merica

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 41:24


When people make a list of iconic American presidents, the subject of this week's movie is on most of them. Dennis Quaid plays our 40th American president, Ronald Reagan, in the long-coming movie “Reagan.” This movie doesn't just tell the tale of the presidential years of Reagan. It spans his life from when he was a young boy up until his death. We see his humble beginnings in Iowa to him realizing he needs to stand up to bullies, including the Soviet Union. Even as far back as when he was simply known as an actor, he saw the Soviet Union attempting, and succeeding, to infiltrate many institutions in America, including Hollywood. He knew they were trying to turn America into another Soviet Union and he fought it. Later we see him meet the love of his life Nancy and it's made apparent that she stands behind him in everything he does. Of course, the movie features the Reagan most people over a certain age know. The California governor and our president. Does this movie do this American icon justice? Check out this episode to find out. “Reagan” also stars Penelope Ann Miller, Mena Suvari, C. Thomas Howell, Amanda Righetti, Jon Voight, Justin Chatwin, Kevin Dillon, Kevin Sorbo, Xander Berkeley, Lesley-Anne Down and Robert Davi. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

5 Day Rentals
Silver Bullet (1985)

5 Day Rentals

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 149:10


Silver Bullet (1985) Category: Wet Ass Busey 2/3 Kron goes full moon and full Busey for the next pick. LD doesn't believe in 8K and hates on the Discord. Bones knows way too much information about Nancy Reagan. The dirty dudes go into jet packs, calendars and intelligence. So grab your Peacemaker and bark at the moon because it's a monster dog movie this week on 5DR.  -Crash & Burn  JOIN THE DISCORD https://discord.com/invite/3zP2SXKtfq QUESTIONS? EMAIL US AT 5dayrentalspodcast@gmail.com Theme by Dkrefft https://open.spotify.com/artist/1yxWXpxlqLE4tjoivvU6XL

The Megyn Kelly Show
The Important and Powerful New Movie "Reagan," with Dennis Quaid, Penelope Ann Miller, Dan Lauria, and Clint Black | Ep. 874

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 98:19


Megyn Kelly brings a special episode focused on the incredible new movie "Reagan," joined by actors Dennis Quaid who plays Ronald Reagan, Penelope Ann Miller who plays Nancy Reagan, Dan Lauria who plays Tip O'Neill, and musician Clint Black, to talk about the challenges and nuances of portraying President Ronald Reagan, whether Quaid had any reservations about doing so in today's politically and culturally divided environment, how the role demanded a deep understanding of Reagan's legacy and the complexities of his era, the lesson about standing up to a bully, how Quaid lived his life on principles not politics, the unique relationship between the GOP president Ronald Reagan and Democratic Speaker Tip O'Neill, the Democratic Speaker of the House, finding common ground in our politics and culture, the challenges and rewards of bringing these historic figures to life, the powerful role Nancy played in President Reagan's life and career, being a loving partner and a key advisor, the depth of their relationship, the incredible music in the film, their concerns about how social media platforms are increasingly censoring content related to the film, claims that the content is "political" content related to the election, and more.Find out more: https://www.reagan.movie Birch Gold: Text MEGYN to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldFollow 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

Adam Carolla Show
Comedian Jessimae Peluso + From “Reagan” Penelope Ann Miller

Adam Carolla Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 144:17 Transcription Available


First, Adam welcomes comedian Jessimae Peluso back to the show, as they talk about wrapping cars in strange advertisements, Jessimae learning some new progressive vernacular while living in Venice, innovative sprinkler systems to combat homeless intrusion, how Adam's grandmother gave him warning advice about autoerotic asphyxiation, growing up pool-less, and Adam leaving both Jessimae and Joe impressed with his self-built underground pool bar. Next, Adam and Jessimae are joined by Joe Praino to go over some news, as they get into some topics including RFK Jr. dumping a dead bear carcass in Central Park, Kamala Harris' husband Doug Emhoff admitting to cheating on his first wife after bombshell report he impregnated the nanny, and a police recruit who lost both legs in “barbaric hazing ritual” who is suing Denver, paramedics, and fellow officers. Finally, Adam welcomes actress Penlope Ann Miller to the show to discuss her newest film Reagan (in theaters August 30th), as they talk about her early start acting in New York getting to work with playwright Neil Simon, her father having the claim to fame of dating Grace Kelly, an intuition of knowing whether another actor has the “it factor,” the lovable nature of the late great Bruno Kirby, and what Penelope learned while researching to play Nancy Reagan. For more with guest: ● INSTAGRAM: @jessimaepeluso ● WEBSITE: http://www.jessimae.com For more with guest: ● WATCH: “Reagen” in theaters August 30th ● INSTAGRAM: @penelopeannmiller Thank you for supporting our sponsors: ● http://SimpliSafe.com/Adam ● http://QualiaLife.com/Adam ● http://RosettaStone.com/Adam ● http://Stamps.com, enter code: Adam ● http://TommyJohn.com/Adam ● http://OReillyAuto.com/Adam

Binchtopia
Richard Nixon...WOMP WOMP

Binchtopia

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 72:38


The girlies pick up the story of marijuana where they left off in the 1960's, exploring how weed evolved from America's enemy to capitalism's sweetheart. They discuss the student protestors who lit up for peace, the drug war collab between Nixon and Reagan, how the cops convinced kids to snitch on their parents, and more! Digressions include an exciting geographical announcement, a two year old who can't read, and Nancy Reagan off the percs. This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza Mclamb and edited by Allison Hagan.  To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today. SOURCES: Cannabis Use and its Association with Psychological Disorders - PMC DARE snitches: A history of kids who thought they were doing what was right. Grass Roots: The Rise and Fall of Marijuana in America He's serving 40 years in prison, while legal marijuana makes others rich Just Say No - Campaign, Nancy Reagan & Drugs Kent State University Archives: Legal Cases Chronology May 5, 1970 - January 4, 1979 Medicinal Cannabis: History, Pharmacology, And Implications for the Acute Care Setting Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana - Medical, Recreational, and Scientific The Forbidden Fruit and the Tree of Knowledge: An Inquiry into the Legal History of American Marijuana Prohibition HOW HARMFUL IS MARIJUANA? - Marijuana as Medicine? The history of Jews and marijuana goes back a lot farther than you think The Science behind the DEA's Long War on Marijuana The Summer of Love and Protest: Transatlantic Counterculture in the 1960s The war on marijuana: The transformation of the war on drugs in the 1990s Was Nixon's war on drugs a racially motivated crusade? It's a bit more complicated What Ever Happened to 'Just Say No'? What marijuana reclassification means for the United States

2 Bears 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Double Team w/ KFC Radio | 2 Bears, 1 Cave

2 Bears 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 66:48


SPONSORS: Go to http://Kettleandfire.com/BEARS and use code: BEARS for a limited time to save 25% off your entire order. Brought to you by BetterHelp, visit https://BetterHelp.com/BEARS today to get 10% off your first month. Visit http://lucy.co/BEARS and use promo code BEARS to get 20% off your first order. Don't miss out on all the action this week at DraftKings! Download the DraftKings app today! Sign-up using https://dkng.co/bears or through my promo code BEARS. Head to https://Babbel.com/BEARS to get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription for a limited time. This week on 2 Bears, 1 Cave, Bert and Tom team up with Kevin Clancy and John Feitelberg hosts of KFC Radio on Barstool Sports! The cave is a bit crowded, but the guys make it work as they talk about meeting Joe Rogan for the first time and how to approach people that are super famous like Michael Jordan or Big Papi. Speaking of MJ, Bert is apparently the Michael Jordan of introducing people! Other topics covered include, Barstool Sports livestreams, Nancy Reagan, Big Cat, buddy podcasts, Tiny Desk concerts but with comedy, plus Bert has a fun reality show idea, and Kevin Clancy has a small story to tell. https://tomsegura.com/tour https://www.bertbertbert.com/tour https://store.ymhstudios.com 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 231 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rush Limbaugh Show
Weekly Review With Clay and Buck H3 - Bragg's Absurd Stormy Daniels Case

The Rush Limbaugh Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2024 36:11 Transcription Available


Dean Phillips drops out. SCOTUS to hear Trump immunity case on April 25th. Alvin Bragg's absurd Stormy Daniels case to start this month. Hochul announces crackdown on subway crime. Nancy Reagan aide writes NYT op-ed telling Jill Biden to tell Joe not to run. Mika Brzezinski says Trump looks demented, like he's having a stroke, but Biden is fine. VIP emails.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rush Limbaugh Show
Hour 3 - Bragg's Absurd Stormy Daniels Case

The Rush Limbaugh Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 36:11 Transcription Available


Dean Phillips drops out. SCOTUS to hear Trump immunity case on April 25th. Alvin Bragg's absurd Stormy Daniels case to start this month. Hochul announces crackdown on subway crime. Nancy Reagan aide writes NYT op-ed telling Jill Biden to tell Joe not to run. Mika Brzezinski says Trump looks demented, like he's having a stroke, but Biden is fine. VIP emails.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.