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In this episode of the Investing with Purpose podcast Colonel Anne Martin, USMC (Ret.) shares her remarkable journey from military service to organic farming and now to real estate. She discusses her investment strategies, the importance of aligning investments with personal values, and the legacy she hopes to leave for her children. Anne emphasizes the significance of community support in real estate and the benefits of being a real estate professional. The conversation concludes with rapid-fire questions that highlight her insights and aspirations.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anne Martin's Journey03:16 Military Service and Transition to Real Estate05:51 Investing Strategies and Lessons Learned08:47 The Power of VA Loans and TSP11:19 Investing with Purpose and Community Impact14:09 Aligning Investments with Values17:01 Legacy and Teaching Financial Responsibility20:32 Mindset Shift on Wealth and Materialism23:31 Building Relationships and Community in Investing25:42 Understanding Real Estate Professional Status29:05 Creating an Investor Group for Beginners32:52 Advice for Aspiring Faith-Driven InvestorsResources Mentioned28:02 ⁠www.youtube.com/@InvestingwithPurpose⁠32:46 The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Jay PapasanAbout Anne MartinAnne Martin is a licensed Realtor® with Keller Williams in Carmel, CA, bringing decades of leadership and organizational excellence from her 27-year career in the U.S. Marine Corps. Retiring as a Colonel in 2016, she led major initiatives, including the integration of women into ground combat roles as Branch Head of Manpower, Plans & Policy.A Vancouver, WA native and Stanford University graduate in Human Biology, Anne also holds associate degrees in Korean and Japanese from the Defense Language Institute and is a graduate of Japan's National Institute for Defense Studies. Her military career spanned deployments to Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, where she played a critical role in advancing surveillance capabilities. Her service earned her honors including the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, and Bronze Star.After the military, Anne founded an organic farm business and launched a veteran farming program still active across New England. In California, she established the state chapter of the Farmer Veteran Coalition. Anne is also deeply rooted in her community—she co-hosts the Monterey Bay Investor Network, serves as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for foster children, sits on the Toys for Tots Foundation board, and is active in the Rotary Club of Pacific Grove.Now based in Carmel, Anne combines her strategic mindset, passion for service, and real estate expertise to help clients navigate the market with precision and integrity.Connect with Anne Martin Anne Martin, Realtor®Keller Williams Coastal EstatesCarmel, CA831-204-2189anne.martin@kw.comDRE#02248356Connect with UsAre you interested in joining a community of like-minded individuals who aspire to build true wealth through real estate passive investing? Go to IHG Investor Club to learn more!

The more than 75-year success story of Toys for Tots may seem like a fairly simple story: the Marine Corp reserve starts up a holiday charity for needy kids. But there's more to it than that. From humble, almost accidental beginnings in 1947, the program was able to grow through a unique mix of show business connections, celebrity endorsements, political influence, post World War II America, and...Walt Disney. Music in this episode"Lullaby" — Maarten Schellekens, via Free Music Archive"Toys for Tots" — Nat King Cole, via Toys for Tots Foundation, used with permission"Feelings of Twilight" — Shady Dave, via Freesound"Silent Night" — Anastasia Kir, via Pixabay"Germination" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive"Eternal Hope" — Kevin MacLeod, via Youtube Audio LibraryConnect Facebook page Facebook group Instagram Bluesky Twitter / X Email: christmaspastpodcast@gmail.com Website BookChristmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday's Traditions makes a great gift for all the Christmas lovers in your life. Available in hardcover and audiobook. Find it wherever books are sold, like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Community DC Host Dennis Glasgow visits with James Morgan, who is the Market Area President from F.H. Furr – and he'll be joining us to talk about the second annual holiday cheer with Toys for Tots campaign…F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical, announce the launch of its second annual holiday campaign in partnership with The Marine Corps Toys for Tots Foundation. From now through December 15, 2024, F.H. Furr will donate 100% of the revenue from every heating inspection to help Toys for Tots bring joy to children in need this holiday season.Toys for Tots, founded by the United States Marine Corps Reserve, is dedicated to ensuring every child experiences the magic of the holidays by collecting new, unwrapped toys for the less fortunate children of the community. F.H. Furr is honored to join forces with Toys for Tots to bring smiles to children across the greater D.C., Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia regions including Baltimore, Northern Virginia, and Richmond.Over the next 30 mins you'll find out who you can donate to a worthy cause with either a heating checkup that turns into a donation – or a toy drop off at select locations of F.H Furr. 

Our guest on this week's episode is Col. Ted Silvester USMC (Ret.) and VP, marketing & development, for the  Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. Each year, the United States Marine Corps Reserve and its partners undertake one of the nation's largest toy drives, Toys for Tots. The organization's goal is to assure that all children have toys for Christmas morning. It takes an army – or rather a Marine Corps - of volunteers and corporate partners to pull it off. Col. Silvester shares about the logistics behind the annual campaign. As we close our 2023, it is natural to look ahead to 2024. While 2023 was a down year for logistics, there is some hope that conditions will improve in the coming year. A new report from Prologis offers some insights into prospects for the logistics sector and the major trends that will affect the industry in 2024.Electric vehicles (EV) for last-mile delivery remain in demand around the world, according to a recent market report from research firm Global Market Estimates. The group says the EV market for last-mile delivery will grow at a nearly 16% compoundannual growth rate (CAGR) between 2023 and 2028, driven largely by demand formore sustainable business practices in general, as well as government policiesand incentives to purchase EVs. CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly  also offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.  Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe and to listen to past and future episodes.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Toys for TotsPrologis says global freight recession will reverse in 2024Report shows EV market for last mile delivery set for growthGet episode transcriptsVisit Supply Chain QuarterlyListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Quarterly's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@dcvelocity.comPodcast is sponsored by: PERCOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITYTop 10 Supply Chain Management Podcasts

Decades before the United States desegregated, President Theodore Roosevelt and Booker T. Washington broke the racial barrier in American politics. The pair's professional relationship sparked outrage in Washington, as the country just passed the Jim Crow laws a decade prior. Brian Kilmeade, the host of FOX and Friends and the Brian Kilmeade show, joins the Rundown to discuss his new book, “Teddy and Booker T.: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality,” and shares why their friendship is something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is here, which means the winter holidays are just around the corner. Every year around this time, Americans prepare their Christmas shopping lists for loved ones, yet some families struggling financially are not able to give their kids presents for the holiday. Ret. Marine Colonel Ted Silvester is the Vice President of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, and he says his organization wants to support every family that seeks holiday help. He joins the podcast to share how Toys for Toys is breaking down barriers to provide families support and letting parents be the heroes. Plus, commentary from Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decades before the United States desegregated, President Theodore Roosevelt and Booker T. Washington broke the racial barrier in American politics. The pair's professional relationship sparked outrage in Washington, as the country just passed the Jim Crow laws a decade prior. Brian Kilmeade, the host of FOX and Friends and the Brian Kilmeade show, joins the Rundown to discuss his new book, “Teddy and Booker T.: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality,” and shares why their friendship is something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is here, which means the winter holidays are just around the corner. Every year around this time, Americans prepare their Christmas shopping lists for loved ones, yet some families struggling financially are not able to give their kids presents for the holiday. Ret. Marine Colonel Ted Silvester is the Vice President of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, and he says his organization wants to support every family that seeks holiday help. He joins the podcast to share how Toys for Toys is breaking down barriers to provide families support and letting parents be the heroes. Plus, commentary from Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decades before the United States desegregated, President Theodore Roosevelt and Booker T. Washington broke the racial barrier in American politics. The pair's professional relationship sparked outrage in Washington, as the country just passed the Jim Crow laws a decade prior. Brian Kilmeade, the host of FOX and Friends and the Brian Kilmeade show, joins the Rundown to discuss his new book, “Teddy and Booker T.: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality,” and shares why their friendship is something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is here, which means the winter holidays are just around the corner. Every year around this time, Americans prepare their Christmas shopping lists for loved ones, yet some families struggling financially are not able to give their kids presents for the holiday. Ret. Marine Colonel Ted Silvester is the Vice President of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, and he says his organization wants to support every family that seeks holiday help. He joins the podcast to share how Toys for Toys is breaking down barriers to provide families support and letting parents be the heroes. Plus, commentary from Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelley Hardison is the Deputy Vice President and Director of Human Resources at Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.

The Rest of the Rubber Bowl to be DemolishedAkron is tearing down the rubber bowl. If you want to know why click here and see the horrific pictures of what was once a majestic football stadium.Come See A Blimp Up Close The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve will host a toy drive for the Toys for Tots Foundation at the company's Wingfoot Lake blimp hangar on Dec. 1-4.Community members who donate a new, unwrapped toy during the event can drive through the blimp hangar to see the airship up close. Event dates and times are:Dec. 1 from 5-7 p.m.Dec. 2 from 2-7 p.m.Dec. 3 from 2-7 p.m.Dec. 4 from 2-7 p.m.The Ohio Goodyear airship base is located at 841 Wingfoot Lake Road, Mogadore, OH 44260sourceVideo Shows Jayland Walker Poster Being Removed by Akron PoliceIn a "hey who thought that was a good idea" category, a video of Akron Police removing a podcaster about Justice for Jayland has gone viral ( source)100 Small Businesses Get 10K From the MayorThis is great, but I'm pretty sure the businesses that were HEAVILY affected by Covid needed this 2 years ago. sourceFirst Energy Was Out to 3000 Last WeekendI was surprised this didn't make it to the radio (WNIR) but if first energy doesn't let the radio station know, or someone calls the station, they can't report on it. In the future, if the power goes out, it's best to use your phone and go to First Energy's website and search for outages. Mentioned in this episode:Check out the Akron CalendarKeep up to date with what is happening in AkronAkron Events CalendarPlease Support This ShowIf you get any value from the show please consider giving some of that value back and help us keep the lights on by going to www.akronpodcast.com/value any size donation is appreciated.Value For ValueSupport the Show - Tell a FriendHelp us get the word out (It's FREE!) tell your friends, family, and neighbors to check out the Akron Podcast! Go to www.akronpodcast.com/follow and never miss an episode.

The Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast – Weekend of Nov. 26-27, 2022: 1.) The Indiana Farm Equipment and Technology Expo Presented by Reynolds Farm Equipment and AgriFinanical is coming up at Grand Park in Westfield on Dec. 13-15. Andy Eubank and Gary Truitt have a preview of the guest speakers and seminars planned for this year's event. 2.) You'll hear the story of Justin Butler – a Bane-Welker employee who was inspired to help the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation because of the gift from that he received from the program when he was a child in need. 3.) Eric Pfeiffer has an update on “Peanut Butter” and “Jelly” – the two turkeys that were pardoned last year by President Biden and are now living on a farm at Purdue University. 4.) Your Indiana Farm Forecast is on the way from Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin. 5.) AND Mike Silver with Kokomo Grain reviews the shortened grain market trading session from Black Friday and previews what could impact the markets throughout the coming week. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

In this week's episode, our guest is Lieutenant General James B. Laster, President and CEO, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. We talk to him about the work being done by Toys for Tots and their expanded services. Have questions/comments/concerns? Email us at heartofgivingpod@gmail.com. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a comment on iTunes.    

We're baaacckkkk! Get ready to hear all about one of our favorite local businesses: The Fat Rabbit Pub We talked with Executive Chef, Cole McBride, about how business has been over the past 18 months, talked new wing sauces, alllll things peanut butter (have you tried their PB&J wings or the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned? )+ their holiday Toys for Tots drive (bring a toy, get free tots! ) going on NOW in support of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.Stop in on Weds, Dec 1 for their Ugly Sweater  Party from 4-11 PM to support this cause + sample TONS of goodies, including drinks and Christmas flavored wings  ! How lucky is #NewTampa to have such a, delicious + charitable small business like #TheFatRabbit !EPISODE HERE! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the This is Tampa Podcast on the iTunes Podcast App, Stitcher, or on YouTube. 5  REVIEWS are greatly appreciated!This is Tampa PodcastJen Wiggins + Rob OConnor

A family rooted in love deals with the aftermath of a horrific car accident that left their eight year old daughter paralyzed (chest down).  And, we have an opportunity to provide hope.  Dot's Tots Foundation is seeking to raise $30,000 to cover the cost of a lift to/from the family's basement to grant Naomi access to all parts of the family home.  And, to retrofit a bathroom to handicap accessibility.   Can we count on you?Source - https://dotstotsfoundation.salsalabs.org/thehamiltonfamily/index.htmlLINKS:Contact Dots Tots - contact@dotstots.orgDots Tots Hilliard Bar Crawl - http://www.dotstotsbarcrawl.comDots Tots Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/dotstotsfoundation

LtGen Jim Laster, USMC (Ret), President & CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, says “We are proud to partner with Good360 who answered the call to help get these toys into the hands of families in need as soon as possible.”

Retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General Pete Osman, CEO of the Toys for Tots Foundation, talks about their 72nd annual toy drive. He says corporate donors like Disney are "amazing." Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General Pete Osman, CEO of the Toys for Tots Foundation, talks about their 72nd annual toy drive. He says corporate donors like Disney are "amazing." Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan

Sleep in Heavenly Peace (0:00:00) We have a question for you: How many of you listening are wishing you were in bed right now? Some days, we might feel like our beds are our best friends, and all we want to do is curl up in a warm ball of pillows and sheets and never leave ever. Our beds are our little squares of refuge from stress and responsibility we don't want to think about. But how would you feel if you never had a bed? There is an unfortunately large population of people living in the US that don't have a proper bed to sleep in at night. This can cause major damage to sleep, which leads to major physical and emotional issues. This is where Sleep in Heavenly Peace comes in – a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering bunk beds to children and families in need. Joining us on the show is Amy Andrew, a president for one of the organization's chapters. Saturnalia (0:13:10) When I think of Christmas, I think of hanging lights, wreaths of greenery, feasting with friends and family, and giving gifts. Do you want to hear something I was shocked to learn?  All of these traditions were originally part of a different December holiday, one that celebrated the pagan god Saturn. With us on the show is Dr. Tyler Creer, a professor of ancient Roman history at Brigham Young University, to tell us a little bit about the history of Saturnalia. Resolving Conflict in Private and Public (0:31:22) You are standing in line at the sandwich shop and the couple in front of you starts to bicker. As their conversation gets increasingly heated, your levels of discomfort rise. We've all been bystanders to uncomfortable conversations in public, but have you ever found yourself caught in one? What do you do? Conflict resolution expert Emily Taylor joins us today to share how we can know when to resolve issues in public and when to do it in private. She is also here to share how we can avoid and prepare for those unexpected conflicts with strangers. Betrayal to Resilience (0:50:38) It's been proven that in life, a breakup of a long-term relationship is the number two top stressor, coming in behind being widowed. So, what happens if your long-term relationship ends because of betrayal? How do you deal with a broken heart? Dr. Cade North is a self-made expert in turning personal calamities into hilarious tales and the author of Until Death Do Us Apart. She and joins us to discuss how we can go from betrayal to resilience.  Toys for Tots (1:06:31) There's so much excitement in the air with Christmas coming in just a few days. But for some, these next few days will be ones of stress and despair. There are parents around us worried about how they can possibly afford Christmas for their children this year. So how can we spread some Christmas cheer and help them? Toys for Tots is celebrating its 72nd year of existence. They deliver 18 million toys to an average of 7 million children each year. But they need our help to achieve this fantastic feat. President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General Pete Osman, joins us to tell us a little bit about how we can help this year. Italian Christmas (1:22:49) The holidays are a season for food and no one loves to feast more than Italians. But even if you aren't Italian, you can still eat like one. Cooking festive Italian dishes is easier than you think and it's sure to make this holiday merry and delicious. Maria Liberati is an award-winning chef and culinary blogger, known as the “Italian Martha Stewart” by Celebrity Society Magazine. She is here to share her favorite Italian recipes that we can make this holiday season.

Toys for Tots is a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for Christmas. The program was founded in 1947 by reservist Major Bill Hendricks. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation started in 1989 to make the program sustainable. Listen to the CEO Lt. Gen Pete Osman, USMC (ret) explain the program and all the private support it receives to host Jim Fausone.  In 2019, it will collect about 19 million toys and books to distribute to children in over 810 communities across the United States.   

There are currently more than 15 million U.S. children living below the federal poverty line. Moreover, 1 out of every 3 children lives in a family where neither parent has full-time, year-round employment.  Given these realities as well as the devastating impact of recent hurricanes and fires, millions of children risk disappointment on Christmas morning as their parents struggle to provide the basic essentials of food and shelter for their little ones. Fortunately, parents can turn to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation during this time of the year. Join us as Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation shares all about how you can make the holidays truly festive for the deserving children in your area.

Bill Horan and Corey Kaufman learn about the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation - a not-for-profit public charity that serves to fund, raise funds for, and support the program which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford to buy them gifts for the holidays, with Major Chuck Kilbride, a retired member of the United States marines, and Lance Wolff, the Assistant General Manager and Brand Ambassador for Miller’s Ale House of Levittown, who is here to tell us how Miller’s Ale House and their 2 Long Island locations, Levittown and Deer Park, will be working with Toys for this holiday season.

BaltSoundManagement Presents The Toys For Tots Concert Special!FeatBootleggers and Baptists Old Bay ThrashersA Year Too Late The Stifled Snow Villain$10tixDoors 6:30All Ages Till 9:00/after 9:00 21+What You Can Do To Help:We will raise money and have a donation spot on site for Toys For Tots. GySgt Prieto of Marine Corps recruiting station Towson will be on hand representing The Marine Corps organization Toys For Tots. We ask that all in attendance bring items below to help donate. Toys/Donations:Majority of the children are 12 and under. Toys for Tots prefers not to accept realistic looking weapons and gifts with food. In the past, items purchased for these groups have included, but are not limited to: sporting equipment/bags/balls; books, backpacks, cosmetics, purses, watch/wallet gift sets, bath gift sets, board games, radio control cars/trucks, hand-held electronics, skateboards/helmets, curling irons, hair straighteners, and hair dryers. To donate by check, simply mail your check to:Marine Corps Toys For Tots Foundation18251 Quantico Gateway DriveTriangle, VA 22172Make check payable to: Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.What you can Win!Seasonal Inspired Best Dressed will have a panel of judges.$50 Male Christmas Inspired Outfit$50 Female Christmas Inspired OutfitFirst 100 people through the door receive a raffle ticket. This for attending this event. $10 ticket purchased through the Bands Listed below for this event, will earn you two free tickets to any show National Touring or Independent Artist.$5 Raffle that will be announced at the show. With help from Re:Gen, Music Land Store and Fish Head Cantina. The money from this raffle will be donated to Toys For Tots.Special Thanks to:Fish Head Cantinahttps://www.facebook.com/FishHeadCantina/Nic Ellison & Members of The Streamsfacebook.com/thestreamsbaltimoreRe:Genhttps://www.facebook.com/regenstore/Music Land Storehttps://www.facebook.com/musiclandbelair/Olivia Clark Photographyhttps://www.facebook.com/OliviaClark.Photography/Ryan Fowler's Guitar Experiencehttps://www.facebook.com/FowlersGuitarExperienceAll the bands involved and YOU for helping make this event amazing!

There are currently over 15 million U.S. children living below the federal poverty line. Moreover, 1 out of every 3 children lives in a family where neither parent has full-time, year-round employment. Given the economic climate and the impact of recent hurricanes, millions of children risk disappointment on Christmas morning as their parents struggle to provide the basic essentials of food and shelter for their little ones.Fortunately, parents can turn to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation during this time of the year. Join us as Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation shares all about how you can make the holidays truly festive for the deserving children in your area.

BaltSoundManagement Presents The Toys For Tots Concert Special!FeatBootleggers and Baptists Old Bay ThrashersA Year Too Late The Stifled Snow Villain$10tixDoors 6:30All Ages Till 9:00/after 9:00 21+What You Can Do To Help:We will raise money and have a donation spot on site for Toys For Tots. GySgt Prieto of Marine Corps recruiting station Towson will be on hand representing The Marine Corps organization Toys For Tots. We ask that all in attendance bring items below to help donate. Toys/Donations:Majority of the children are 12 and under. Toys for Tots prefers not to accept realistic looking weapons and gifts with food. In the past, items purchased for these groups have included, but are not limited to: sporting equipment/bags/balls; books, backpacks, cosmetics, purses, watch/wallet gift sets, bath gift sets, board games, radio control cars/trucks, hand-held electronics, skateboards/helmets, curling irons, hair straighteners, and hair dryers. To donate by check, simply mail your check to:Marine Corps Toys For Tots Foundation18251 Quantico Gateway DriveTriangle, VA 22172Make check payable to: Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.What you can Win!Seasonal Inspired Best Dressed will have a panel of judges.$50 Male Christmas Inspired Outfit$50 Female Christmas Inspired OutfitFirst 100 people through the door receive a raffle ticket. This for attending this event. $10 ticket purchased through the Bands Listed below for this event, will earn you two free tickets to any show National Touring or Independent Artist.$5 Raffle that will be announced at the show. With help from Re:Gen, Music Land Store and Fish Head Cantina. The money from this raffle will be donated to Toys For Tots.Special Thanks to:Fish Head Cantinahttps://www.facebook.com/FishHeadCantina/Nic Ellison & Members of The Streamsfacebook.com/thestreamsbaltimoreRe:Genhttps://www.facebook.com/regenstore/Music Land Storehttps://www.facebook.com/musiclandbelair/Olivia Clark Photographyhttps://www.facebook.com/OliviaClark.Photography/Ryan Fowler's Guitar Experiencehttps://www.facebook.com/FowlersGuitarExperienceAll the bands involved and YOU for helping make this event amazing!

Local News Chat with WBAY's Kathryn Bracho (0:00)Gen Pete Osman, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (10:36)Your Take on CWD, Deer Hunt and Giving Tuesday (18:30)Kristin Cates, Volunteer Fox Cities on Giving Tuesday (36:53)Jerry Bader on Immigration and Truancy Court (55:02)The Takeaway: Staying Silent to Avoid a Fight (1:24:24)

Interviews this episode with... Mark Lowry-songwriter of “Mary, Did You Know,” comedian, & host of new podcast. Find out the behind the scenes in the writing of this modern Christmas Hymn that has been recorded by everyone from Kenny Rogers & Wynonna, to Pentatonix and yes, even your radio sisters! Mark shares the inspiration plus you'll hear all about his podcast and video series, “Dinner Conversations with Mark Lowry and Andrew Greer” that was just named #1 video podcast. DK Publisher Allie Singer with last minute gift ideas. If you are overwhelmed with all the tech gifts being advertised this holiday season-and you have that teen, tween, or great aunt to buy for... why not consider the gift of reading. Allie Singer, editor at DK Publishing shares with you some awesome books that are hands on and fun for the kids or ideal for that hard to buy for Aunt. Make this holiday one for the books! Andrew Mellor. Imagine being a part of a well-known group-East Meets West-and then finding yourself homeless. Andrew Mellor shares the stories of how he got back on his feet and is now producing his own music in the Highlands of Scotland. Check out his version of Silent Night and Another Blue Christmas. And tune in for an inspirational holiday chat. Orbitz Travel Expert, Keith Nowak. Will you be one of the over 100 million people hitting the road or taking to the sky this holiday season? You need to meet travel expert Keith Nowak - with some tips for your holiday travel-minimize the stress and maximize your budget right now! General Pete Osman, President & CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. This is the time of year to reach out and help others-and if you're still looking for a way to give this season- it's not too late! You can give to the local Toys for Tots up until Dec. 24th. General Osman gives you the scoop on giving!

Car coach Lauren Fix joins us to talk about the sweet car deals available this month. And we sit down with the president of Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Pete Osman, about the history of his organization.Image credit: shutterstock.com

There are currently over 15 million U.S. children living below the federal poverty line. Moreover, 1 out of every 3 children lives in a family where neither parent has full-time, year-round employment. Given the economic climate and the impact of recent hurricanes, millions of children risk disappointment on Christmas morning as their parents struggle to provide the basic essentials of food and shelter for their little ones. Fortunately, parents can turn to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation during this time of the year. Join us as Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation shares all about how you can make the holidays truly festive for the deserving children in your area.

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There are currently over 15 million U.S. children living below the federal poverty line. Moreover, 1 out of every 3 children lives in a family where neither parent has full-time, year-round employment. Given the current economic climate, millions of children risk disappointment on Christmas morning as their parents struggle to provide the basic essentials of food and shelter for their little ones. Fortunately, parents can turn to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation during this time of the year. Join us as Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation shares all about how you can make the holidays truly festive for the deserving children in your area.

Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not-for-profit public charity created to assist the U.S. Marine Corps in providing a tangible sign of hope to the nearly 15 million economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. It is an incredible organization that makes millions of children very happy each holiday season. In this edition of Greta Talk, we hear from Toys for Tots President/CEO Lieutenant General Peter Osman, who was also an infantry officer in the US Marine Corps for 37 years. Osman tells the On the Record host how Toys for Tots donates 18 million toys each year, helping make the Christmas of many children very special. Osman goes on to say, “In an ideal world, the child doesn't know where the presents come from. He thinks that Santa has not forgotten him.” Because of heartwarming sentiments like this, Toys for Tots has had endless support from individuals and organizations across the country for the past 68 years, making it the incredible success it is. Toys for Tots has even received the help of First Lady Michelle Obama for the past 7 years! Listen to the full interview below and find out how you can make a donation or volunteer your time by visiting toysfortots.org!

This week on Mom Talk Radio, General Pete Osman, President and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, shares how the sluggish economy means increased requests for toys. Spotlight on Moms features Hillary Chybinski of HACScrap.com. Wealth advisor, Jane Hwangbo, shares why millennials are the most lost generation when it comes to finance. Karen Ehman, co-author of Hoodwinked: Ten Myths Moms Believe & Why We All Need to Knock It Off, shares myths women are bombarded with including ideas of what it means to be the perfect mom.

There are currently 15.5 million U.S. children living below the federal poverty line. Given the current economic climate, millions of children risk disappointment on Christmas morning as their parents struggle to provide the basic essentials of food and shelter for their little ones. Fortunately, parents can turn to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation during this time of the year. Join us as Lieutenant General Pete Osman, USMC (Ret), President and Chief Executive Officer for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation shares all about how you can make the holidays truly festive for the deserving children in your area.