Episodes

EP 254 HOW TO HAVE A NOT-SO-TERRIBLE DAY TODAY
Join me for a series of simple musings about how to have a better day – TODAY!
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19 June, 2025
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.