Episodes

EP 253 VOICE AND VERSE: FOURTEENTH POETRY READ ALOUD
Reading poetry aloud brings me such joy! Come taste the words with me!
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12 June, 2025
EP 252 ChatGPT WROTE THIS EPISODE (SERIOUSLY)
Even the title….tune in to hear my reaction to some fabulous AI scripts!
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05 June, 2025
EP 251 SKIN IN THE GAME: A 70-YEAR-OLD MAN’S SEARCH FOR YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN
I welcome writer John Koten to talk about his journey through women’s anti-aging products.
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29 May, 2025
EP 250 A SIXTH CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
I have some questions for myself….and you! Take a listen and answer with me then ask your friends and family!
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22 May, 2025
EP 249 A CREATIVE POMP & CIRCUMSTANCE
A Party Attendee and an Emcee tell graduation stories. Spoiler alert….they’re both me!
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15 May, 2025
EP 248 TC’S 53 OR SO RULES FOR LIFE
What are you daily life rules? We all have them! If you don’t think you have any, listen to this then ask those closest to you!
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08 May, 2025
EP 247 LYNDSAY RUSH IS ABSOLUTELY FABULOUSLY “A BIT MUCH”
Meet the one and only poet and comedienne Lyndsay Rush a.k.a. @maryoliversdrunkcousin author of A BIT MUCH!
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01 May, 2025
EP 246 FOOD STORY TWENTY-TWO
Why does British cuisine have a less than jolly reputation? Join me for fabulous stories and recipes from across the pond!
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24 April, 2025
EP 245 BEYOND THE BLUE ORIGIN FLIGHT
Washington Post’s Shane O’Neill joins me to talk about the emotion, songs, stories and fashion behind this week’s historic space flight.
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17 April, 2025
EP 244 POSTCARD FROM LONDON
Join me for a wander and wonder with a few days across the pond!
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10 April, 2025
EP 243 THIRTEENTH POETRY READ ALOUD
New words and verses. Join me and see if reading poems brings you the same joy it brings me!
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03 April, 2025
EP 242 COME BACK TO DRIVER’S ED!
When did you last take a driver’s test? Could you pass now? Hit the road and take a practice test with me!
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27 March, 2025
EP 241 THE NEXT CONVERSATION WITH JEFFERSON FISHER
I welcome Lawyer, Author and Social Media Phenom Jefferson Fisher back to the podcast with his new book!
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20 March, 2025
EP 240 FIRST OF 2025 – READING ALOUD CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Fifth of a series with some well-known titles and some brand new tries!
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13 March, 2025
EP 239 SEVENTEEN SNACKS FROM TRADER JOE’S
Join me for a sampling of ALLLLL kinds Trader Joe’s snacks….with surprise guest Michael Smerconish!
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06 March, 2025
EP 238 BIG VAPE: THE INCENDIARY RISE OF JUUL
TIME Magazine Health Correspondent and Author Jamie Ducharme comes back on the podcast to talk about her superb book and Netflix Docuseries.
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27 February, 2025
EP 237 A PINEAPPLE AND MAYONNAISE SANDWICH AND OTHER THINGS YOU HAVE TO TRY
I’m joined by Margaret Eby, author of YOU GOTTA EAT, to talk about (as she says) feeding yourself when cooking feels impossible.
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20 February, 2025
EP 236 WHY I’M NOT BUYING INTO VALENTINE’S DAY!
Listen to this fascinating history lesson on Valentines from UNLV History Professor Elizabeth Nelson!
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13 February, 2025
EP 235 NEW YEAR, NEW VERSES
Why read poems aloud? Listen and find out the deep benefits and pure joy!
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06 February, 2025
EP 234 SAY NO TO RESOLUTIONS!
Join me for a pep talk on ditching New Year’s Resolutions once and for all!
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30 January, 2025
EP 233 FOOD STORY TWENTY-ONE
A breakfast, a snack, a soup, a pie and a whiskey drink…join me and warm up!
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23 January, 2025
EP 232 A FIFTH CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
I have some questions for myself….and for you! Take a listen and answer with me!
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16 January, 2025
EP 231 DOING LESS TO BE MORE IN 2025
TIME Magazine Health Correspondent Jamie Ducharme and I talk about the benefits of intentionally doing LESS!
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09 January, 2025
EP 230 IKIGAI: THE JAPANESE SECRET TO A LONG AND HAPPY LIFE
Join me for a Book Club on longevity and happiness with Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli and Dr. Nicole Fox – it’s fabulous!
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19 December, 2024
EP 229 PRESENT BEST & BOSS LADY BOOT CAMP
Meet Marisa Facciolo founder of PRESENT BEST offering coaching and mentoring for women’s personal and professional needs.
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12 December, 2024
EP 228 A BIG DRINK STORY
Tis the season for pitchers of batch cocktails and festive libations – let’s talk!
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05 December, 2024
EP 227 VERSES OF THANKSGIVING AND GRATITUDE
Happy Thanksgiving, tune in to relax and elevate your mood this holiday week!
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28 November, 2024
EP 226 THANKSGIVING QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Meet Recipes Editor for Washington Post Food Becky Krystal who stops by to answer all my Thanksgiving questions.
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21 November, 2024
EP 225 FOUR HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-EIGHT MINUTES IN NEW YORK CITY:
And I met a movie star….take a listen!
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14 November, 2024
EP 224 CELEBRATING VICTORY OR MOVING PAST DEFEAT:
It’s Election Week and this one is for everyone. Join me as I cheer up some and celebrate others.
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07 November, 2024
EP 223 IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A SIGN, THIS IS IT!
I’m in the midst of a re-organization and it’s feeling good. Join me to hear why!
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31 October, 2024
EP 222 WHAT IS YOUR WORKOUT?
Time for a refresh? Here’s the latest on the workout front!
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24 October, 2024
EP 221 MINI-SERIES MASHUP
What are the mini-series of your own life? Join me for an all new run through from the podcast and behind the scenes!
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17 October, 2024
EP 220 A FOURTH CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
It’s now officially a series! Ask yourself…how would YOU answer these questions?
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10 October, 2024
EP 219 THE ROCK MINISTRIES
Meet the inspirational Pastor Buddy Osborn, founder of The Rock Ministries in the infamous Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia.
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03 October, 2024
EP 218 THE DEVIL AT HIS ELBOW
I’m joined by New York Times best-selling author Valerie Bauerlein to discuss her hit new book on the Alex Murdaugh trial.
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26 September, 2024
EP 217 AN ODE TO CHILI’S
Meet my friend Erin Gallagher who is both an expert and superfan of Chili’s Grill and Bar!
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19 September, 2024
EP 216 NOSTALGIC OR NEW?
Join me for a quick ramble about whether you visited old haunts or new places this summer!
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12 September, 2024
EP 215 FOOD STORY TWENTY
Join me to hear the best part of a mid-week summer dinner at my friend’s beautiful home.
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29 August, 2024
EP 214 END OF SUMMER READ ALOUD
Fourth in a series – children’s books from summer to the beginning of the school year!
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22 August, 2024
EP 213 SIMPLE SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Learn essential survival tips with lawyer and martial arts self-defense instructor Mark Kitrick.
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15 August, 2024
EP 212 THE BEST LOBSTER ROLL IN MAINE
I’m joined by Bree Birns, owner of McLoons Lobster Shack, to talk ALL things Maine lobster!
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08 August, 2024
EP 211 EXPLORING PSYCHEDELICS
Vox Reporter Oshan Jarow gives me a tutorial on hallucinogenic drugs!
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01 August, 2024
EP 210 BACK FROM VACATION!
Is re-entry hard for you after being away or are you glad to get home? Let’s discuss!
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25 July, 2024
EP 209 PACK LIGHTLY, SLEEP NAKED?
Is the popular packing book from the 90s the right way to go?
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18 July, 2024
EP 208 TO HONK OR NOT TO HONK?
I question friends and search online, trying to figure out when it is appropriate to honk the horn!
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11 July, 2024
EP 207 SUMMER-ISH VERSES
It’s officially summer and time to try on some warm weather poems – join me!
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04 July, 2024
EP 206 NINE QUESTIONS FOR CHATGPT
Can I use AI to write a podcast? Let’s see if it can sound like me!
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27 June, 2024
EP 205: WHY IS IT SO HOT OUTSIDE?
Vox Correspondent Umair Irfan answers all my questions on the all-important wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT) – tune in!
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20 June, 2024
EP 204: I WENT ROCK CLIMBING!
When’s the last time you tried something new….and scary? Alpine Endeavors Guide Simon Thompson joins me to discuss my beginners foray into rock climbi
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13 June, 2024
EP 203 FOOD STORY NINETEEN
What do you crave when the weather heats up? Join me to talk easy tasty ideas for summer days!
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06 June, 2024
EP 202 MY FOOD EVOLUTION
Changing taste buds? Changing eating habits? What foods are new favorites for you? Let’s talk!
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30 May, 2024
EP 201 TAKING THE (COLD) PLUNGE!
Let’s talk about the physical and mental benefits of cold plunging with Mayo Clinic Sports Medical Director Dr. Andrew Jagim.
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23 May, 2024
EP 200 CELEBRATING THE 200TH EPISODE
How did we get here and what have you missed – let’s talk 200!!
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16 May, 2024
EP 199 DO YOU LOVE A BYOB?
Let’s talk BYOB – Bottle, Booze or Beverage. I’ll drink to that!
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09 May, 2024
EP 198 MY ODE TO DEVILED EGGS
I grew up not liking deviled eggs but how things have changed! A rollicking ride through delicious recipes and wise words from great chefs!
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02 May, 2024
EP 197 A THIRD CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
The third in a series going a little deeper into conversation. Ask yourself…how would YOU answer these questions?
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25 April, 2024
EP 196 TIME FOR SUNNY STYLE!
Meet the fabulous Sunny of @sunnystyle.living on Instagram and hear how to age with style and confidence!
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18 April, 2024
EP 195 SEASONAL RITUALS
What are seasonal rituals that are communal but unspoken? Join me for a ramble through spring, summer, fall and winter!
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11 April, 2024
EP 194 SPRING POETRY WITH ONE HILARIOUS SURPRISE
You know how much I love reading poems as the seasons change! AND…this one has an Easter egg for you to find….
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04 April, 2024
EP 193 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU….GOOGLE AUTOCOMPLETE!
Come with me down a rabbit hole of questions and answers from the most popular google searches of the week!
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28 March, 2024
EP 192 WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SANDWICH?
What is your sandwich order? Take a fun, fast listen and ask your friends and family too!
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21 March, 2024
EP 191 GETTING UNSTUCK!
What to do when you suffer from writer’s block? Join me for great suggestions to getting unstuck!
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14 March, 2024
EP 190 MARCH FOURTH OR MARCH FORTH?
What on earth do homonyms and homophones have to do with life? Join me for this quick, fun hit and find out!
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07 March, 2024
EP 189: LEAPING THROUGH LEAP YEAR
Why do we have Leap Years? Welcoming Dr. Bob Craddock of the Center for Earth and Planetary Studies at The Smithsonian to discuss!
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29 February, 2024
EP 188: LIVE FROM LONDON!
Maybe not actually live but close….join me for daily dispatches from my travels!
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22 February, 2024
EP 187 FOOD STORY EIGHTEEN
Join me for a colorful and flavorful spin on this popular series!
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15 February, 2024
EP 186 FIRST POETRY READING OF THE YEAR
Join me for the eighth in a joyful series of read aloud poetry!
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08 February, 2024
EP 185 MOURNING SOMEONE I DID NOT EVEN KNOW
Why do we mourn celebrity deaths? Listen to my conversation with psychotherapist Tom Kersting on grief from afar!
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01 February, 2024
EP 184 THE SCIENCE OF MOTIVATION
Join me for a talk on New Year’s Resolutions and wise motivation with Dr. Ayelet Fishbach, author of GET IT DONE.
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25 January, 2024
EP 182 HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW WAFFLE HOUSE?
Welcoming Dr. Ty Matejowsky to discuss his book: Smothered and Covered - Waffle House and the Southern Imaginary
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24 January, 2024
EP 183 A SECOND CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
The second in a series going a little deeper into conversation. Ask yourself…how would YOU answer these questions?
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18 January, 2024
EP 181 LAST WEEK RECAP WITH MICHAEL SMERCONISH
So much went on before vacation that we didn’t keep up. Join Michael and me to review AND look forward!
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04 January, 2024
EP 180 IT’S MY BIRTHDAY – AND THAT’S FINE BY ME!
Join me to celebrate being older, wiser, stronger and healthier!
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21 December, 2023
EP 179 SLOW THE F DOWN!
Are you always accused of being a bit too speedy? Join me for a fun look at when fast is actually “too” fast!
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14 December, 2023
EP 178 THE MICHTER’S DISTILLERY STORY
Meet the inspirational Andrea Wilson, Michter's Master of Maturation and Chief Operating Officer.
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07 December, 2023
EP 177 FOOD STORY SEVENTEEN
Let’s look ahead to December and yummy easy snacks to tide us over between holiday parties!
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30 November, 2023
EP 176 RANDOM, MINUSCULE AND UNIQUE THINGS TO BE GRATEFUL FOR!
Yes, we are thankful for family, friends, health and jobs. But what are the tiny things that bring us joy?
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24 November, 2023
EP 175 LEARN A BETTER WAY TO SET THE TABLE WITH LEEWAY HOME
Meet Sam Dumas and Lyle Maltz, founders of Leeway Home, now one of Oprah’s Favorite Things two years in a row!
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16 November, 2023
EP 174 SEND THIS EPISODE TO SOMEONE WHO NEEDS TO BE MORE POLITE
And a message to whomever hit my car and left without leaving a note.
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09 November, 2023
EP 173 LET’S TRY SOME TINNED FISH AND TALK ABOUT IT!
Join me on a journey of sardines, anchovies, mussels, salmon and more!
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02 November, 2023
EP 172 LOVING LUNCH WITH MICHAEL SMERCONISH
Michael comes back on the podcast to talk about one of our favorite topics…LUNCH!
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26 October, 2023
EP 171 PLANNING A PODCAST
Join me to talk about the BEST ideas for a podcast episode – come behind the scenes!
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19 October, 2023
EP 170 SEASONS ARE CHANGING…ARE YOU?
Let’s talk about how to evolve and embrace the seasonal pivot!
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12 October, 2023
EP 169 JUST SAY YES!
Let’s talk about saying “yes” to small and big changes as you come along with me to a Utah retreat!
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05 October, 2023
EP 168 CONVERSATION STARTERS!
Need help going a little deeper when you’re talking to someone you care about? Take a listen and take notes!
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28 September, 2023
EP 167 MEET STEF DAG, THE HOST OF HOT & SINGLE
Meet comedian and writer Stef Dag, the host of the hugely popular digital series that interviews hot singles to see if THEY are the problem.
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21 September, 2023
EP 166 ICONIC FOODS – STATE BY STATE
What is the most iconic food, dish or meal in YOUR state – see if you agree with my list and listeners!
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14 September, 2023
EP 165 END OF SUMMER POETRY TO TAKE ON A WALK OR A DRIVE
Join me for another in a series of read aloud poetry – from joy to despair and back again!
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07 September, 2023
EP 164 WHAT ARE FOREVER CHEMICALS AND WHAT CAN WE DO ABOUT THEM IN OUR LIVES?
Meet Non-Toxic Living Expert Sophia Ruan Gushée and learn simple techniques to detox your home.
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31 August, 2023
EP 163 TIME TO STRETCH AND RESTORE MOVEMENT
Meet Jenni Noll, Founder of Restore Movement, and learn how important stretching and strength really are!
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17 August, 2023
EP 162 FOOD STORY SIXTEEN
Join me during these salad days of summer – what’s in your favorite bowl?
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10 August, 2023
EP 161 READING CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Third in a series of reading aloud books that bring me – and YOU – joy!
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03 August, 2023
EP 160 I AM NOT GOOD AT NAPPING BUT I DO NEED A NAP
I have to learn to be a better napper….here’s how!
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27 July, 2023
EP 159 WEARWELL – SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING AND HOME GOODS:
Meet Erin Houston, the Co-founder and CEO of wearwell, and learn about the trend toward sustainable and ethically sourced products.
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20 July, 2023
EP 158 MEET THE NEW YORK TIMES MINI CROSSWORD WRITER JOEL FAGLIANO
Meet the Man behind the Mini, the brilliant and engaging Joel Fagliano!
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13 July, 2023
EP 157 BONE SUCKIN’ SAUCE
Meet Patrick Ford of Ford Gourmet Foods, home of the world famous Bone Suckin’ Sauce!
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06 July, 2023
EP 156 SUMMER TRAVEL TIPS
AAA Spokesperson Aixa Diaz joins me to talk planes, trains and automobiles going into the holiday weekend!
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29 June, 2023
EP 155 AN OSPREY IN MOURNING
Can animals grieve? Listen to my observations from this week of a Cape Cod osprey.
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22 June, 2023
EP 154 JERKS AT WORK
Welcoming NYU Professor Tessa West to talk about her hit book Jerks At Work: Toxic Coworkers And What To Do About Them – fascinating!
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15 June, 2023
EP 153 PLAN ON THE UNPLANNED
Short musings on event planning and why to always expect something will go wrong!
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08 June, 2023
EP 152 FOOD STORY FIFTEEN
Going back to my Food Story basics with culinary writing and recipes to look forward to!
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01 June, 2023
EP 151 MOMFLUENCED
A fascinating conversation with Sara Petersen on her hit new book Momfluenced: Inside The Maddening, Picture-Perfect World Of Mommy Influencer Culture
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25 May, 2023
EP 150 POETRY IN MOTION
All I want to do is move faster! Take a listen to movement verse and see how this poetry episode took a turn!
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18 May, 2023
EP 149 MORNING RITUALS
How do you spend the first hour of your day? Tune in and find yourself in these stories!
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11 May, 2023
EP 148 WARM IT UP AND SLOW IT DOWN
Do you start racing too fast? Check out my musings on slowing it on down!
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04 May, 2023
EP 147 FINANCIAL QUESTIONS YOU WERE TOO AFRAID TO ASK
Are you on the road to financial literacy? CNBC’s Ron Insana answers all my (and your!) financial questions!
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27 April, 2023
EP 146 WALKING THROUGH MY HIP REPLACEMENT
What is it like to get your hip replaced? Take a listen to my story!
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20 April, 2023
EP 145 THE GIFT OF TIME
Tune into this very special episode featuring a surprise gift from guest hosts Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli and Dr. Christine Collins!
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13 April, 2023
EP 144 HIP TRIP 2023
Recapping my road to Hip Replacement– the new hot Gen-X surgery!
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06 April, 2023
EP 143 DO YOU REMEMBER YOUR DREAMS?
I usually don’t have dream recall, but this one stayed with me. Take a listen to this short story!
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30 March, 2023
EP 142 FOOD STORY FOURTEEN
A rollicking good selection of stories from Whiskey Sours to a Chili Crisp Ice Cream Sundae!
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23 March, 2023
EP 141 HOW TO ARGUE? MEET JEFFERSON FISHER
Meet Texas attorney and Social Media Star Jefferson Fisher who teaches us how to argue, communicate, set boundaries and bring grace into our conversat
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16 March, 2023
EP 140 HOMETOWN TOURIST
Listen to my conversation with Trish Evans from the spectacular Longwood Gardens and hear why you should visit inspiring sites in your own backyard.
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09 March, 2023
EP 139 I GOT STUCK IN THE ELEVATOR
Tune in to hear how I spent over an hour this week stuck alone in our office elevator – rescued by firefighters through the roof!
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02 March, 2023
EP 138 SKIPPING SEASONS
How’s the weather where you are and what is your VERY favorite season? Join me for my take on winter, spring, summer and fall!
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23 February, 2023
EP 137 BEFORE THE SUPER BOWL
What was the buildup to the Super Bowl like here in Philly and how do we feel now? Join me for this quick look at the week gone by!
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16 February, 2023
EP 136 HELP US ADOPT
Meet Becky Fawcett, the fierce founder of HelpUsAdopt.org and a decades long friend!
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09 February, 2023
EP 135 HUNGRY FOR HOME
Welcoming Ruth McKeaney of Hillside Farm for an inspirational and spirited conversation about living and loving well.
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02 February, 2023
EP 134: THE GYM PARKING LOT IS BACK TO NORMAL
It’s that time of year! Michael Smerconish and I discuss the abandonment of all New Year’s Resolutions.
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26 January, 2023
EP 133: RESTAURANT CRITIC CRAIG LABAN
What is life like for a food writer? Meet legendary Philadelphia Inquirer restaurant critic Craig LaBan and find out!
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19 January, 2023
EP 132: FOOD STORY THIRTEEN
A delicious mix of strong side dishes that deserve center stage – take a listen!
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12 January, 2023
EP 131: NEW YEAR NOTE – NOTICE THE BALLOON!
Take a note rather than making a resolution this year and join me for a bounce with an orange balloon!
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05 January, 2023
EP 130: AM I A COLLECTOR?
Join me for a new collection of poetry to be read aloud – including some wintery gems!
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22 December, 2022
EP 129: THE GENIUS IS IN THE ETCETERA
I am all for work/life balance but sometimes you have to give it a little etc etc etc…..listen!
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15 December, 2022
EP 128: THERE IS ROOM IN THE INN!
Meet Trisha Perez Kennealy: force of nature, entrepreneur, chef and proprietor of the Inn at Hastings Park
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08 December, 2022
EP 127: THE JOY OF CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Join me for this second in a series of read aloud for the younger set – while clearly bringing me joy along the way!
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01 December, 2022
EP 126: THAT DOESN’T MEAN WHAT YOU THINK IT MEANS
Kathy & Ross Petras join me for a rollicking good time unpacking some of most commonly misused words and their tangled histories.
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24 November, 2022
EP 125: EASY ENTERTAINING
Join me to simplify “having people over” to make it truly fun with very low stress….and low effort!
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17 November, 2022
EP 124: FIND YOUR HAPPY MEDIUM
What is an “art café” and why should you run to find one? Join me for this fun homage to the casual artist!
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10 November, 2022
EP 123 MUSEUM, CUISINE, COUPON & KETCHUP
Birder George Wood joins me with his incredible new book reliving his lifetime pursuit of seeing 800 bird species in America.
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03 November, 2022
EP 122 BIRD TALES
Birder George Wood joins me with his incredible new book reliving his lifetime pursuit of seeing 800 bird species in America.
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27 October, 2022
EP 121: FOOD STORY TWELVE
From October Oysters to ingredient mispronunciation to Five Mary’s Farm – this Food Story has it all!
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20 October, 2022
EP 120: THE POETRY OF INSTAGRAM
I read a poem on Instagram that stopped me in my tracks. What other gems could I find? Join me!
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13 October, 2022
EP 119: HOW TO THINK ABOUT RAINY DAYS
Are you “Rain Rain Go Away” or are you “Singin’ in the Rain”? Either way join me for this fun look at how approach the rain!
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06 October, 2022
EP 118: A LIVING HISTORY
Let’s talk about historical cemeteries and two specific graves at Green-Wood in Brooklyn NY.
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29 September, 2022
EP 117: SITTING WITH MYSELF
How often do you sit and do absolutely nothing? I didn’t mean to. And here’s what happened.
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22 September, 2022
EP 116: GOD SAVE THE QUEEN
A special episode honoring the life of Queen Elizabeth II featuring Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrook.
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15 September, 2022
EP 115: BACK TO SCHOOL
Washington Post “By The Way” Deputy Editor Gabe Hiatt joins me to reveal the best places to eat at America’s busiest airports.
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08 September, 2022
EP 114: AIRPORT EATS
Washington Post “By The Way” Deputy Editor Gabe Hiatt joins me to reveal the best places to eat at America’s busiest airports.
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01 September, 2022
EP 113: ANATOMY EATS
Dr. Jonathan Reisman joins me for a conversation on the delicious and daring intersection of culinary arts and medical arts!
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25 August, 2022
EP 112: GIVE UP YOUR PHONE FOR A YEAR?
Meet PJ DiMuzio of Creative Outfit who tells me how giving up his phone for a year helped him build a successful digital business….and more!
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18 August, 2022
EP 111: FOOD STORY ELEVEN
Join me for fabulous recipes and fun stories for end-of-summer cooking!
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11 August, 2022
EP 110: SCIENTIFIC NAME FOR THE HORSESHOE CRAB AND WHAT ABOUT THAT BLUE BLOOD?
I’m joined by David Abel of the Boston Globe with a look into the pharmaceutical world of bleeding horseshoe crabs!
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04 August, 2022
EP 109: WHO IS ERIK X?
The most mysterious member of Team Smerconish joins me to discuss how it all started!
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28 July, 2022
EP 108: GETTING TO THE ROOT OF MICHAEL SMERCONISH
How did Michael learn so much about his family’s past? Join us for a fun rewind of Michael’s ancestry journey.
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21 July, 2022
EP 107: “THE DOG WHO LIVED”
Our story of Auggie’s 9 days in the ICU and her miracle of a recovery!
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14 July, 2022
EP 106: WILD PETS, MODERN WONDERS AND THE WORLD’S BEST
Diving into fantastic old books!
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23 June, 2022
EP 105: I WON’T EAT THAT!
What are the foods you’d rather avoid? Spoiler alert: my list is short!
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16 June, 2022
EP 104: A TASTE OF POETRY
Join me for the third in a series of energetic, poignant and funny poem read alouds!
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09 June, 2022
EP 103: WONDER DRUG
Welcoming the one and only Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli “Mazz” back to the pod with his new book on how serving others is the best medicine for yourself!
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02 June, 2022
EP 102: WHERE WERE YOU WHEN?
On the Challenger, the Bronco, Princess Diana, JFK Jr., 9-11 and Kobe Bryant
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26 May, 2022
EP 101: FOOD STORY TEN
On Tuna, Watercress, Eggs for Dinner and Lime Finger Jello!
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19 May, 2022
EP 100: THE HUNDREDTH EPISODE
A new hybrid to celebrate this milestone. A chat, a wrap-up, a recap and a thank you!
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12 May, 2022
EP 99: SMERCONISH DIARIES SIX
Listen in behind the scenes of Michael’s SiriusXM program this week!
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05 May, 2022
EP 98: SMERCONISH DIARIES FIVE
Listen to 3 days of VERY unscripted reaction from Michael and me to his SiriusXM Program….
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28 April, 2022
EP 97: SMERCONISH DIARIES FOUR
Behind the scenes with Michael right after the “on air” light goes off on the SiriusXM Program….raw and unedited!
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21 April, 2022
EP 96: SMERCONISH DIARIES THREE
Did Michael order a sandwich on this edition of the Smerconish Diaries? Listen and find out!
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14 April, 2022
EP 95: SMERCONISH DIARIES TWO
Michael joins me for “wrap-up” entries from this week’s Michael Smerconish Program on SiriusXM!
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07 April, 2022
EP 94: THE SMERCONISH DIARIES
A trio of “wrap-up” entries from The Michael Smerconish Program on SiriusXM!
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31 March, 2022
EP 93: TREES GROWING FROM ROCKS
How do they do it? I have always celebrated the resilience of trees growing in unusual places – but should I?
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24 March, 2022
EP 92: “I APPRECIATE YOU!”
Join me for a romp through my favorite TV and streaming clips, scenes and stories!
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17 March, 2022
EP 91: THE MAKING OF A CHEF
Thrilled to welcome the incomparable Michael Ruhlman for a free-wheeling conversation about cooking and life!
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10 March, 2022
EP 90: FOOD STORY 9
The series continues as I once more combine two of my greatest loves: READING and COOKING!
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03 March, 2022
EP 89: FAVORITE CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Join me for stories about these special books and why they are some of my favorites to read aloud!
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24 February, 2022
EP 88: RACE TO ALASKA
Meet the fabulous R2AK Race Boss Daniel Evans and explore this annual 750-mile cold water race from Port Townsend, Washington, to Ketchikan, Alaska.
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17 February, 2022
EP 87: ON HISTORIC HOMES
Meet Robert Khederian who shares his love and knowledge of historic homes on Instagram as @notenoughangers
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10 February, 2022
EP 86: WHAT IS AN NFT?
Join me as I explore the world of NFTs with WIRED Senior Editor Sandra Upson. She was very patient with all my questions!
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03 February, 2022
EP 85: NOT A CREATIVITY RUT!
Meet writer and producer Siona Peterous as we delve into how to get yourself out of a rut. Hint...don’t be so hard on yourself!
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27 January, 2022
EP 84: OUT OF IDEAS!
What do you do when you’re in a creative rut? Join me for a high-energy romp through getting unstuck!
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20 January, 2022
EP 83: INTUITIVE EATING
Meet Elyse Resch, co-author of the original, revolutionary ANTI-DIET book. This is not your normal New Year diet episode!
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13 January, 2022
EP 82: 10 FOR THE 20s
A chat with my daughter Emma exploring ten cultural trends to watch for in the coming decade.
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06 January, 2022
EP 81: AN INTERVIEW WITH AN AUTHOR
Meet best-selling author Kelly Simmons as she schools me on how to actually write a book!
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23 December, 2021
EP 80: FOOD STORY EIGHT
The series continues as I once more combine two of my greatest loves: READING and COOKING!
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16 December, 2021
EP 79: HOW TO WRITE A BOOK
Are you sure you have a book in you? Take a winding walk through the writing process with me and see if I do!
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09 December, 2021
EP 78: THE ADVENT SEASON
What is Advent and how is it celebrated? Enjoy this festive trip around the world with CNN travel editor Forrest Brown.
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02 December, 2021
EP 77: THE MYTH OF THANKSGIVING
Join me for fascinating history lesson on the 400th Anniversary of the First Thanksgiving with Dr. David Silverman, author of “This Land is Their Land
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25 November, 2021
EP 76: SMERCONISH WRAP UP SHOW
Anthony Mazzarelli a.k.a. Dr. Mazz, guest-hosted for Michael Smerconish and we just kept talking!
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18 November, 2021
EP 75: READING OBITUARIES
Let me tell you some stories about LIFE and share how obituaries can be inspiring AND entertaining!
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11 November, 2021
EP 74: “ART IGNITES CHANGE”
Meet the extraordinary Jane Golden, Founder and Executive Director of Mural Arts Philadelphia, and learn more about this inspirational public arts pr
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04 November, 2021
EP 73: FIELD TRIP TO IKEA
Join me for this fast-paced, fun, solo trek through the IKEA Marketplace – what’s your favorite purchase?
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28 October, 2021
EP 72: THROUGH THE GLASS
Michael Smerconish joins me for a record THIRD episode. Listen as I pitch him chapter titles for the book I may or may not be writing about him!
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21 October, 2021
EP 71: WHAT WILL YOUR VERSE BE?
Join me for another inspirational, seasonal, uplifting romp through favorite poetry!
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14 October, 2021
EP 70: FOOD STORY SEVEN
Join me for fun fall foods in the 7th episode of this popular series!
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07 October, 2021
EP 69: DOWN NORTH PIZZA
From Prison Cook to Pizza Chef, meet Executive Chef Michael Carter of Down North Pizza in Philadelphia.
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20 September, 2021
EP 68: AN OYSTER TUTORIAL
The fabulous Perry Raso of Matunuck Oyster Bar answers ALL my oyster questions!
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19 September, 2021
EP 67: PEOPLE WATCHING
But really more story telling. What do you make up about the strangers you see? I’m sharing!
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16 September, 2021
EP 66: FAM CHAT
What happens when you bring your recording equipment to the first family gathering in two years? Join us for laughter and tears!
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09 September, 2021
EP 65: TRASH TALK
What made that woman throw her lunch out of the car in front of me? Dr. Robert Cialdini joins me to talk about psychology of littering!
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02 September, 2021
EP 64: CHASING HENRI
Are you a storm chaser or are you a weather worrier? Here’s a quick fun talk on the awesome power of nature!
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26 August, 2021
EP 63: GETTING UNSTUCK!
Learning how to get out of mud, sand, snow and riptides can teach us to move our minds: join me!
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19 August, 2021
EP 62: A LESSON FROM AMAZON
What is your reaction when you get the wrong item from Amazon? Mine took an unexpected turn!
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12 August, 2021
EP 61: MOSTLY ON VACATION
How often have you been told to “totally unplug” when you’re away? In this episode, I suggest that might not be the most restful approach!
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05 August, 2021
EP 60: FOOD STORY SIX
Join me for five deliciously fun stories and recipes!
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22 July, 2021
EP 59: PARTY OF YES!
A quick pick-me-up of an episode that was actually born out of a political radio segment.
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15 July, 2021
EP 58: A WEEK OF WORKOUTS
Join me in the fit pit for a week of workouts. It’s an ode to Peloton strength and tread. And a good hike!
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08 July, 2021
EP 57: DO WE NEED MOSQUITOES?
I ask two very over-qualified scientists all the basic questions about my least favorite things: mosquitos. Spoiler alert: this episode does NOT turn
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01 July, 2021
EP 56: WAKE UP CALL
Are you a morning person or a night owl? I share my early morning rally songs AND Vox Senior Science Reporter and Unexplainable Host Brian Resnick joi
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24 June, 2021
EP 55: MARE OF EASTTOWN
Meet Mare of Easttown Writer-Creator Brad Ingelsby and Executive Producer Mark Roybal. Alert for fabulous stories and spoilers!
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17 June, 2021
EP 54: SARAH THOMAS AND KALAMATA’S KITCHEN
Meet Co-founder and Chief Imaginator of Kalamata’s Kitchen Sarah Thomas as we dive into food, culture and life!
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10 June, 2021
EP 53: YOU GOTTA HEAR THIS!
Is rubber-necking radio really rubber-necking? Say that 5x fast and tune in for a snapshot of when no one’s tuning out.
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03 June, 2021
EP 52: CHEERS TO A YEAR!
It’s been 52 straight weeks of podcasting…what was most popular and what have I learned?
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27 May, 2021
EP 51: FOOD STORY 5
Join me for a rollicking romp through food memories and summer recipe stories – all with a little something extra!
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20 May, 2021
EP 50: FAMOUS BY FIFTY
Is it possible to become famous within 7 months? Join me to discuss!
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13 May, 2021
EP 49: FRONT OF THE HOUSE
I welcome Jeff Benjamin of Vetri Cucina to talk restaurants and the hospitality industry as the world reopens!
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06 May, 2021
EP 48: BACK PAGE STORIES
Where do you find your news online? Follow me beyond the front pages - hot on the trail of nuggets from the back!
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29 April, 2021
EP 47: HOOKED
I welcome Pulitzer-Prize winning investigative journalist Michael Moss to analyze how the food industry is analyzing us!
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22 April, 2021
EP 46: “ANYBODY WANT A PEANUT?”
Join me for a funny, inspirational, fast-moving romp through favorite poems from book and screen.
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15 April, 2021
EP 45: FINDING YOUR WAY TO WELL
Meet Dr. Kristine Gedroic – a brilliant and inspiring Integrative Physician who treats medicine, illness and disease in a whole new way. She also happ
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08 April, 2021
EP 44: LOOKING SPORTY!
I’m watching all KINDS of sports - join me for a sporty uplifting run-through.
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01 April, 2021
EP 43: THREE HILLS AND HOME
Are you a runner? Most days I’m not, but here’s how I trick myself into being a better one anyway.
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25 March, 2021
EP 42: A DAY IN THE LIFE
Are your weekdays scheduled minute by minute or utter free-for-alls? Join me in this lighthearted solo episode analyzing how we spend our days!
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18 March, 2021
EP 41: DC RADIO DAN
Meet my SiriusXM colleague, Senior Producer Dan Henning, and get to know him on AND off the air!
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11 March, 2021
EP 40: FOOD STORY 4
By popular demand, I once more combine two of my greatest loves: READING and COOKING.
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04 March, 2021
EP 39: BIRDING IS A VERB
Meet life-long birder and phenomenal story-teller George Wood as he talks us through this fascinating world.
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25 February, 2021
EP 38: BLURRING THE LINES
How good is your eyesight? Would we be happier if we allowed our lives be a bit blurry?
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18 February, 2021
EP 37: FOR OR AGAINST RESOLUTIONS?
What’s your take on New Year’s Resolutions? In this solo episode, I confess to have given them up. Am I in the right?
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11 February, 2021
EP 36: MY LIST FOR TRADER JOE’S
I am asked ALL the time what I buy at Trader Joe’s – so come shopping with me!
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04 February, 2021
EP 35: OLD SCHOOL
A field trip with Michael Smerconish to his hometown of Doylestown PA visiting his former elementary, junior high and high school…stories were told, s
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28 January, 2021
EP 34 GROWING UP BIDEN
I welcome Frank Biden (youngest brother of the President-Elect) for a free-wheeling conversation about the First Family, his own alcoholism and a stuf
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18 January, 2021
EP 33: THE CANNON SISTERS
Meet my sister, Dr. Christy Cannon Lorgen, with a wide-ranging conversation including how to keep in touch from Pennsylvania to Norway.
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14 January, 2021
EP 32: “I’M NOT A WITCH, I’M YOUR WIFE!”
If you know, you know. Either way, join me as I run through the movie and TV clips that are on repeat for me.
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14 January, 2021
EP 31: THE FABULOUSLY HARD TO DEFINE KRISTIN ANDRUS
This week, I welcome Chief Cultural Officer of her own home, Kristin Andrus, to talk family, fitness, food and giving back as we head into 2021.
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31 December, 2020
EP 30: FOOD STORY 3
In this solo episode, I once more combine two of my greatest loves: READING and COOKING.
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24 December, 2020
EP 29: DON’T FORGET TO LOOK UP
What are you most teased about? In this solo episode, I run through a lengthy list including my habit of always looking up.
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17 December, 2020
EP 28: I MIGHT NOT LISTEN TO THIS
In this solo episode, I talk mantras and motivational sayings which I (sometimes) love!
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10 December, 2020
EP 27: THIS WILL MAKE IT TASTE GOOD: VIVIAN HOWARD
Thrilled to welcome this award-winning chef, restauranteur, TV personality and author to talk ALL things Vivian Howard!
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03 December, 2020
EP 26: TABLE FOR THREE
I can’t be the only one cooking this Thanksgiving for the VERY first time! Let’s talk turkey!
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26 November, 2020
EP 25: GIVING MYSELF THE FINGER
In this solo episode, I confess to a serious lapse in positivity as I take on my Mallet (Middle!) Finger.
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19 November, 2020
EP 24: WHAT IS A MULTI-HYPHENATE?
Meet the ultimate multi-hyphenate, Hitha Palepu, as we talk everything from books to race to hair to that Amazon Nightgown Dress!
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12 November, 2020
EP 23: FOOD STORY 2
Back by popular demand! In this solo episode, I once more combine two of my greatest loves: READING and COOKING.
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05 November, 2020
EP 22: IF YOU’RE NOT EARLY YOU’RE LATE: LAURA VANDERKAM
I admit it, I am chronically (annoyingly?) early. This week I ask time management expert Laura Vanderkam - is that’s a bad thing?
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29 October, 2020
EP 21: HOW TO DECIDE – PART TWO: ANNIE DUKE
She’s back! Author, Speaker & Decision Strategist Annie Duke returns with the release of her brand-new book How to Decide.
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22 October, 2020
EP 20: CALLING ALL CURD NERDS: MADAME FROMAGE
Cheese Curator, Writer and College Professor Tenaya Darlington a.k.a. “Madame Fromage” joins me for a joyous talk about cheese!
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15 October, 2020
EP 19: BROTHERLY LOVE: COLBERT CANNON
Meet my brother, Colbert! He’s the male version of me only much MUCH cooler and a better cook – join us for a wide-ranging conversation and many laugh
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08 October, 2020
EP 18: THE PRODUCTIVITYIST: MIKE VARDY
This comic turned productivity expert made me laugh and made me think. Listen to this episode to structure your days, weeks and months with thoughtful
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01 October, 2020
EP 17: HAVE A CIGAR – MICHAEL SMERCONISH
Take a road trip with me to Michael’s home and see how he unwinds when the studio light goes off!
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24 September, 2020
EP 16: DO YOU WANT TO HEAR A SECRET? FRANK WARREN
In this episode, I welcome Frank Warren, founder and curator of PostSecret, to discuss the millions of secrets he’s kept and what it means to let them
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17 September, 2020
EP 15: THE BEST EPISODE (OR THE WORST!)
I’m thinking this one is going to be a series - in this solo episode I combine two of my greatest joys by READING COOKBOOKS!
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10 September, 2020
EP 14: TIME TO TALK ABOUT SEX: DR. DAVID LEY
Clinical Psychologist & Sex Therapist David Ley helps me unravel hype and hypocrisy around the Jerry Falwell Jr. allegations.
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03 September, 2020
EP 13: I AM I CAN I WILL I DO: CHRISTINE D’ERCOLE
On cycling, self-talk and strength with Wordsmith, Velodrome Racer and Peloton Senior Instructor – the incredible Christine D’Ercole.
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27 August, 2020
EP 12: AGGRESSIVE POSITIVITY
In this solo episode, I confess to a chronic cheerfulness and try to unravel the dark side of happiness – is there one? Come along with me!
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20 August, 2020
EP 11: ONWARD AND THROUGH IT
In this very personal episode, I welcome my husband, cancer survivor Joe Scornavacchi, to discuss his journey over the past year from symptoms to diag
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13 August, 2020
EP 10: FIVE MARY’S FARM: MARY HEFFERNAN
Could you be a homesteader? In this episode, I go in deep talking Ranch Life as Real Life with Rancher, Entrepreneur and Instagram Star Mary Heffernan
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06 August, 2020
EP 9: COVID & COMPASSIONOMICS – DR. MAZZ
In this episode, I spill secrets and talk health with the one and only Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli “Mazz” The Original Smerconish Intern, Co-President/CEO
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30 July, 2020
EP 8: WINE FOR NORMAL PEOPLE – ELIZABETH SCHNEIDER
In this episode, I talk WINE with Certified Sommelier, Certified Specialist of Wine, MBA, blogger, podcaster, author, wine educator, and normal wine p
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23 July, 2020
EP 7: CIVICS, RACE & KIDS – AMBER COLEMAN-MORTLEY
In this episode, I welcome Amber Coleman-Mortley, Director of Social Engagement at iCivics, to talk about teaching Civics, issues of Race and her wond
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16 July, 2020
EP 6: AMERICAN ARISTOCRAT- JULIE MONTAGU
In this episode I welcome Julie Montagu, television presenter and yoga teacher, Viscountess of Hinchingbrooke and future Countess of Sandwich. Watch h
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09 July, 2020
EP 5: I AM MISTAKEN
In this solo episode, I’m talking mistakes – including the 3 biggest ones of my radio career. Listen. It will make you feel better about yourself.
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09 July, 2020
EP 4: ON CHARACTER & GRIT – ANGELA DUCKWORTH
In this episode: how I started working with Michael Smerconish and was it due to GRIT? I welcome Dr. Angela Duckworth, founder and CEO of Character La
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01 July, 2020
EP 3: ON RACE & ANTI-RACISM – FRANCESCA MAXIME
In this episode I talk about Race, Anti-Racism and Somatic Therapy with my freshman year roommate, Francesca Marguerite Maximé, now a certified mindfu
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23 June, 2020
EP 2: HOW TO DECIDE – ANNIE DUKE
In this episode, I welcome my friend Annie Duke: Author, Decision Strategist and former professional poker player to discuss dealing with COVID and tw
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21 June, 2020
EP 1: SO FAR FROM PERFECT
In this episode I discuss the differences between my years on radio and this podcast launch...and invite you to be VERY imperfect along with me.
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20 June, 2020
TC AFTER DARK TRAILER
When the On-Air Light goes off, it's time for TC After Dark. This long-time radio producer is stepping out from behind the glass - let's go!
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19 June, 2020