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Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about a guy who mined for an engagement ring and a bride who sends out a letter to her bridesmaids. Then Sally tells the wild true crime story of Susan Casey and Jen shares the super sweet true love story of Abe and Evelyn Jacobs. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (busy schedules and lack of lake houses and things they love (the TV shows Taskmaster and Physical). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com
We're back, baby! Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks get into the episode with quickies about a man accused of killing his wife and a couple who plans a wedding at their dream mansion. Then Sally tells the wild story of Kelli Peters and Kent and Jill Easter and Jen shares the super sweet true love story of Kimberlee Stevenson and John Murray. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (nothing) and things they love (being back and Sally's 15th wedding anniversary). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about two friends who find out they are actually sisters and a man who loves birthday presents. Then Sally tells the wild story of the disappearance of Tanya Rider shares the super sweet true love story of Bill Biega and Iris Ivers. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (being overwhelmed) and things they love (pottery wheels and Jen's new job!). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about a three best friends going on their last boys' trip and a couple who gets really into art. Then Sally tells the wild story of the murder of Chandra Levy and Jen shares the super sweet true love story of Prince Phillip and Queen Elizabeth II. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (the killing of Daunte Wright) and things they love (The Great Pottery Throw Down and @holisticheaux who is raising money for Daunte Wright's family). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about a couple who gets 500 pounds of pennies and a viral proposal. Then Sally tells the wild story of John Stonehouse and Jen shares the super sweet true love story of Luis Solis and Hailey Nicole Terrell. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (guns and Jen's sweet dog Frank) and things they love (good friends, Unsecure and Magic for Humans live). See pictures from this episode! Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.com Follow Dumb Love: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter dumblovepodcast.com
Sandy Gordon is back! But first we have to get some updates about the film, and film festivals. Sandy brought some show and tell today, she brings out some scripts, notebooks, etc from previous projects. Then Sally runs down all the information included on a Call Sheet, how it’s organized and why it’s included on the sheet. Then we talk through how Rudy filled a football stadium.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about a man who loves porn more than anything in the world and a #coupleschallenge on TikTok.Then Sally tells the tragic story of the murder of Karin Strom and Jen shares the super sweet love story of Steve Brown and Shayla Johnson.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (neck pain and 2020) and things they love (sleep and hope for a new year).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about couples getting caught in compromising positions.Then Sally tells the sad and tragic story of lottery winner Jeffrey Dampier and Jen shares the inspiring love story of Billy Lewis and Emily Bugg.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (covid holidays) and things they love (Holly Ballantine's Be the Village campaign and staying home for the holidays).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks are taking the week off and giving you this classic episode (Episode 24: Ghost Grandma). They get into the episode with quickies about the World Championship for Wife Carrying and the world's biggest tinder date.Then Sally tells the tragic tale of the Heidt Family murders and Jen makes us swoon with the love story of Jen and Will Newton.The close out the episode talking about things they love, including how Jen's Grandma's ghost helped her find her wedding ring.Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about couples getting caught in compromising positions.Then Sally tells the meth-heavy crazy story of Nancy and Frank Howard and Jen shares the happy-sad love story of Alex and Jean TrebekThey end the episode talking about things that are dumb (covid holidays) and things they love ("Moonflower Murders" by Anthony Horowitz and the podcast "I Saw What You Did").Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about a really good girlfriend and some really bad brides.Then Sally tells the unbelievable crazy story of Stacey Castor and Jen shares the beautiful love story of K.T. Robbins and Jeannine Ganaye.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (the election) and things they love (a blue Georgia and Sally's birthday).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick off the episode with quickies about a man who makes a very bad wager and the best and worst wedding songs.Then Sally tells the dark and crazy story of Amy Allwine and Jen shares the beautiful love story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Marty Ginsburg. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (SO MANY THINGS) and things they love (generous fans and an Emmy win for Zendaya)Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about a out of control bride and a woman engaged to a jumbo jet.Then Sally tells the crazy story of the kidnapping of Quinn Grey and Jen shares the beautiful love story sent in by her friend Jess Benoit. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (homelessness) and things they love (Five Loaves Atlanta).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies about a mom working for LGTBQ+ rights and a couple trying to make a great escape.Then Sally tells the tragic and crazy story of the murder of LaNell Barsock and Jen lifts our hearts with the story of love across the U.S./Canadian border. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (cancelled plans, Mother Nature) and things they love (writing and the podcast Guru).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick off the episode with quickies about spicing things up with household items and a girl who was catfished by "Lance Bass". Jen then tells the nightmare crazy story of Bruce Stimon. Then Sally restores our faith in humanity with the sweet, sweet love story of Bob Harvey and Annette Callahan. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (voter suppression in black communities) and things they love (Jen's birthday and the TV show "Never Have I Ever"). Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comFind things from this episode:Kimberly Jones at kimjoneswrites.com"Our Liberation is Bound Together" By Dr. Nicole Evans, Faybra Hemphill, Daisy Han, and Katie KitchensHow to Be Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick off their 50th episode with quickies about mannequins who turned out to not be mannequins and a man who is marrying his cat.Then Sally gets into the crazy story about Denise and Brian Winchester and Mike Williams. Jen takes us to Happy Town with the beautiful love story of Chantal Melanson and Austin Monfort.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (creepy dudes and installing an above-ground pool) and things they love (50 episodes and drive-in movies).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comLinks from this episode:Chantal and Austin's InstagramPlaza TheaterDad's Garage Theatre Company
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies that answer the questions-- what ARE serial cheaters doing during this quarantine and how sexy IS community service?Jen tells the crazy, messed-up story of Jimmy Joste and Rhonda Glover. Then Sally brings it back around with the love story of Sunil Gupta and Charan Singh.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (school and cancelling vacations) and things they love (the last day of school and making plans for the future).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick of the episode with quickies about a cinematic proposal and a couple who gets into a fight over a "pee napkin."Then Sally gets into the crazy story about Lesotho's Prime Minister and First Lady, Thomas and Maesaiah Thabane, and the mysterious murder of Lipolelo Thabane. Jen takes us to happy town with the love story of Carrie Schmitt's Single Rose Project. They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (coronavirus and being stuck at home on your anniversary during coronavirus) and things that they love (people doing good things and JEN BEING ON THE TV).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comThings from this episode:Lee Loechler's proposal videoThe Single Rose ProjectLove Beyond WallsAtlanta Food BankAtlanta Legal Aid
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode talking about the weather (with the caveat that this episode was mostly recorded several weeks ago).Jen talks about writer Meg Zukin's Social Distance Project and Sally brings a sweet quickie about Peter Mutabazi and his son, Tony.Jen gets into her crazy story- the love triangle of Hurley Fontenot, Billy Mac Fleming and Laura Nugent as reenacted on the ID show Heartbreakers. Then Sally melts hearts with her love story of Karl-Heinz Martens and the Bridgegroom's Oak.They end the episode talking about things they love: the tv show Love is Blind and the books Ghosted and Evvie Drake Starts Over.Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies about a random act of kindness and a woman who marries her duvet (spoiler: they're on board).Then Sally tells the crazy story of badass Teri Jendusa-Nicolai and Jen takes us to happy town with the beautiful love story of Karen Thompson and Sharon Kowalski.They end the episode talking about things that are dumb (coronavirus, obviously) and things they love (Sally's brother and hearing from fans).Join Dumb Love on PatreonSee pictures from this episode!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick off the episode with quickies about a crime fighting couple and possibly the most disturbing story in podcast history.Then Sally tells the crazy, epic story of murderer Sharon Kinne and Jen takes us to happy town with the sweet love story of Nick and Vanessa Lachey. They end the episode talking about things they love: sparkly rain boots and binge-watching Love is Blind on Netflix.Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comFind stuff talked about in this episode:Read more about Sharon KinneRead Jessica Simpson's bookLove is BlindMisconduct podcast
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with some uncharacteristic "serious talk." Then they shake that off and get into two quickies about a woman who tried to sell her husband on Facebook for $111 and a couple who come home to find a burglar asleep in their bed. Jen tells the heartbreaking, crazy story of Jennifer Morrissey and Mike McNew. Then Sally fills our hearts with joy with the love story of Laura and Brayden Fangenello.They end the episode talking about things they love, including seeing Bobcat Goldthwait and Dana Gould's fantastic show, The Show With Two Heads. Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comFind everything talked about in this episode:Faganello productionsBobcat GoldthwaitDana Gould
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin with quickies about horrible dates and a man who told everyone his (very much alive) girlfriend was dead.Then Sally tells the twisted tale of Harold Henthorn and the tragic deaths of Lynn Henthron and Toni Henthorn. Jen lightens the mood with the love story of Kirk Douglas and Anne Buydens.They end the episode talking about grief and rainbows. Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comBooks talked about in this episode:Read Caleb Hannan's book, The Accidents, about Harold HenthornRead Kirk and Anne by Kirk and Anne Douglas
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start off the episode with quickies about a kiss cam gone wrong and Valentine's Day disasters. Then Sally tells the unbelievable story of Ramon Sosa and Jen takes us to Happy Town with the love story of Billy and Dora Cooper. They end the episode talking about the Instagram account Influencers In The Wild and Fortune Feimster's Netflix special. Listen for a promo from our friends at Ghost Town!Contact Dumb Love dumblovepod@gmail.comFollow Dumb Love:Instagram, Facebook, Twitterdumblovepodcast.comFollow everyone mentioned in this episode on Instagram:Influencers in the Wild (@influencersinthewild)Fortune Feimster (@fortunefeimster)Ghost Town (@ghosttownpod)Sarah Tollemache (@stollemache)Vadge Podcast (@vadgepodcast)
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start off the episode talking about a woman who died and left a surprise for police and a couple who had their wedding photos stolen. Then Sally tells the bonkers tale of Jennifer and George Hyatte and Jen takes us to happy town with the sweet love story of Natalie Crowe and Austin Tatman. They end the episode talking about much needed vacations and the Australian fires.Find links to donate to the firefighting effort, to help save the wildlife, and support evacuees here: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/australia-fires-how-to-help-victims-evacuees-firefighters-animals-wildfires/Follow Dumb Love on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @dumblovepodcastEmail us your dumb love stories to dumblovepod@gmail.com
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about a proposal gone awry and an influencer couple stirring up controversy. Then Sally talks about the wrongful conviction of Michael Morton for the murder of his wife, Christine. Jen takes us to happy town with the sweet love story of Tyrel Wolfe and Joana Marchan. They end the episode talking about things they love, including chocolate, the author Deborah Crombie, and the freedom of realizing that nobody cares about what you're doing.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with quickies about John Stamos and a couple that came into a lot of money. Jen tells the incredible story of Eliette, Betsy, Aly, and Dr. Jean-Claude Dominique. Then Sally shares the beautiful love story of Jeff Rohrer and Joshua Ross. They end the episode talking about Jen's curse of inappropriate laughter and Sally's amazing friend, David Levy.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks get into their holiday episode with quickies about women marrying themselves and a Sheraton in Puerto Vallarta being homophobic pieces of crap. Then Sally bums us out with the story of the Black Widow of Alabama: Audrey Marie Hilley. Jen brings the mood back up with the love story of Maureen Justice and Hugh Robertson. They end the episode talking about a case of mistaken identity and Jen's true feelings about the Elf on the Shelf.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start with quickies about a couple who get caught getting busy in a hot tub and that darn Peloton commercial. Then Sally tells us about the horrendous murder of Pam Candelario. Jen makes us happy again with the sweet love story of Piper Goodeve and Gabriel Vaughn. Then Sally talks about her mom and they cry. A lot.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks get into the episode with quickies about the World Championship for Wife Carrying and the world's biggest tinder date. Then Sally tells the tragic tale of the Heidt Family murders and Jen makes us swoon with the love story of Jen and Will Newton. The close out the episode talking about things they love, including how Jen's Grandma's ghost helped her find her wedding ring.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about the love between a woman and her dog and a text message you definitely don't want to get on your wedding night. Then Sally tells the awful tale of Pamela Butler and Marta Rodriguez. Jen lifts our spirit with the decades-spanning love story of Harold Holland and Lillian Barnes. They end the episode talking about things they love- birthday get-aways and a beautiful wedding.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into Episode 18 with quickies about a couple who finds romance in the back of a police car and a company who is offering free couples counseling. Then Sally tells the unbelievable survival story of Victoria Cilliers and Jen restores our faith in humans with Renata Pasqualini and Wadih Arap's love story. They end the episode talking about big breaks and vision boards.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies about a celebrity break-up (a story Sally stole from her friends at the Local News podcast) and a teenage revenge plot. Then Sally tells the crazy tale of Jeff Zack, John Zaffino and Cynthia George. Jen makes us smile with the love story of Chris Norton and Emily Summers. They end the episode talking about Sally's love for Paula Poundstone and the podcast Never Not Funny and Jen's upcoming Disney Cruise.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies about a couple who got caught in a compromising position and a man who really really loves vacuums. Then Sally tells the crazy pants story of Michelle Hadley, Angela Diaz and Ian Diaz and Jen makes us feel warm and fuzzy with Christopher Dempsey and Heather Krueger's beautiful tale of love and sacrifice. They end the episode chatting about Sally's big surprise gone wrong, how to help hurricane victims, and their mutual love for Kirsten Dunst.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks kick off the episode with quickies about an adorable, harmonizing couple and a guy with a crush on Taylor Swift who makes a grand gesture. Then Sally tells the twisty, salacious tale of Dorothy Stratten and Jen shares a write-in story of true friendship from the hilarious Diane Gallagher. They end the episode talking about being a stay-at-home parent and the Amazon.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin the episode with a mother-in-law horror story with a twist and a quickie about a woman who has no chill when it comes to texting a new love interest. Then Sally tells the story of serial killing granny Velma Barfield and Jen makes us want to figure out Twitter with the love story of Victoria Carlin and Jonathan O'Brien. They end the episode talking about Jen's run-in with a herd of goats and Sally's endless vacation.
Tasha Lemley, has spent much of her professional life championing the stories of people on the margins. She Cofounded The Contributor, a Nashville nonprofit “street newspaper” that helps to empower people experiencing homelessness. But even with a career’s worth of exposure to the types of hardship that can come from living on a social periphery. There were still some harsh realities that Tasha was unprepared for. Today Tasha speaks with poet Sally Harvey Anderson, about her visit to a Southern Nevada cathouse, and how a brush with the unglamorized fact of the American Sex trade transformed her commitment to social advocacy. Then Sally takes that formative experience and turns it into poetry. Versify is a production of Nashville Public Radio and The Porch — Nashville’s nonprofit literary center. Editing for this episode came from WPLN’s Mack Linebaugh with additional editing by Anita Bugg. The episode was written, hosted, and produced by Joshua Moore. Today’s story and poem were recorded by Tasha Lemley at Southern Festival of Books in October of 2018. The music is by Blue Dot Session and Lee Rosevere — found through the Free Music Archive. *The show is distributed by P-R-X. *
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks jump into the episode with quickies about someone with a true love for Reese's and a murder-for-hire gone wrong. Then Sally tells the tale of Jane Alexander's quest to avenge her Aunt Gertrude's murder and Jen takes us to happy town with the story of Emma Perrier's catfish with a fairy tale ending. Jen and Sally end the episode talking about sleep deprivation and their love of cooking shows.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks begin with quickies about a waitress who gets a huge tip and a marriage that ends over the Disney movie, Frozen. Then Sally shares a crazy murder story from her neighbor, Pete, and Jen recounts the love story at the heart of the landmark case, Loving v. Virginia. We end with a write-in from our favorite doctor, Erin, and talk about the Red Clay Comedy Festival that Jen produces.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks start the episode with quickies about a groom who gets a little too involved in wedding planning and the dumbest love story yet. Then Sally shares the twisty tale of serial killers Gwen Graham and Cathy Woods, and Jen brightens our day with the story of a text to a wrong number that sparked a romance and saved a life.
Hosts Jen O'Neill Smith and Sally Brooks share quickies about Mark Sanford's Appalachian Trail hike and a man who has over a thousand lovers. Then Sally bums us out with the murder of Kent Leppink and Jen restores our faith in love with the story of Ruth Williams and Sir Seretse Khama.
Show Notes: On episode 97 we welcome Litsa Williams and Eleanor Haley of What's Your Grief to put a spotlight on the need for various approaches to grieving. They have a plethora of resources, from their blog with entries titled ‘64 of the Best Things Ever Said to a Griever', to trainings for professionals, to a podcast called What's Your Grief. Then Sally guides us through tips for navigating the holidays, we honor hero Jeffrey Carr and answer a listener's question about registering as an organ, eye and tissue donor.
Show Notes: We go back to Utah for a Transplant Games of America redux. Three families share how their tiny athletes are living a big full life, thanks to their donor heroes. Then Sally discusses research from the male perspective and how to begin having conversations about mental health. We honor a hero, Emily Lyons, from the Transplant Games website Reflection Room and answer a listener's question on episode 91 of The Gifted Life Podcast.
Episode #94 A Heart for Reading {and Music} PODCAST:DOWNLOAD SUBSCRIBE: ITUNES In this episode, Sally is joined by her daughter Sarah and they discuss the deep roots and moral imagination and character that develops through books. They discuss the gifts cultivated by a reading life, and the capacity to pour those gifts back into the world as a result. Sally and Sarah will inspire your understanding of the importance of books as central to the rhythms of home life and our interior souls and personhood. Then Sally is joined by her friend, Terri Moon who shares about the gift of music and how to help our children have a love of classical composers, and some of her favorite books to share with your children to introduce them to music. WHAT WE TALK ABOUT: -How reading furnishes in us an ability and increased capacity to see the world through another person's eyes -The connection between faith and imagination - How reading expands what we view as possible -How reading provides a place for contemplation in our lives -How reading trains us in focused and deep attention -How reading helps to cultivate wonder in our lives and our ability to see the world as a gift -How the words we read and use teach us to pay attention to the world around us -How reading creates in us a true sense of self -How to give our children a love of classical music -Giving our children a sense of legacy by passing on what we love and appreciate Find all the links to this episode at www.sallyclarkson.com/podcast
Show Notes: Episode 46 features interviews with participants from the 6th Annual Rabalais Run for Life, including event sponsor, Paul Rabalais. Paul shares why he became involved with LOPA and why he continues to be such a strong advocate. You can also see pictures from the event, including the special 25th anniversary gift given to the family of Shawn Elizabeth. LOPA's CEO, Kelly Ranum, joins us in the studio to recap some of the successes and challenges we faced in 2016 and gives us a sneak preview of things to come in the new year. Then Sally explains the difference between stress and anxiety and how the holidays effect both in our family support segment. We honor Hero, Chad Griffin, and listen to a message we received from the mother of another Hero, Dru Mayon. Happy holidays from The Gifted Life Podcast team!