Best Cutting Mat Podcasts (2025)

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Special Guest Coleman Scott, Olympic Bronze Medalist, Offers Lessons for Wrestling Parents 54:13

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"The Farm," a fantastic wrestling training facility, founder Coleman Scott joins Fred and Brand, who was Coleman's teammate at Oklahoma State. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the spirit of wrestling, and it set the perfect backdrop for our conversation. 00:00:00 - Welcome to The Farm Introduction to the podcast setting and guest Coleman Sc…

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HTR #21: Federal cuts to technical education 29:28

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This week, we review federal cuts to technical education, the implications for an Alaska LNG line of growing South Korean doubts about investing in the US, and the concerns that the Founding Fathers had about irresponsible monetary policies. John also tries to answer another of Rachel’s news quizzes.…

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#406 NCAA-M Rules Review | Rule 10: Fouls & Penalties | Hosted by Chris and Mikaiya 1:31:09

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In this Crown Refs community rules session, Chris Velaoras and Mikaiya Moore led an in-depth breakdown of Rule 10: Fouls and Penalties, providing referees with the knowledge and clarity they need heading into the season. The discussion explored the different categories of fouls, including Flagrant 1 and Flagrant 2, using the WIF principle—windup, i…

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AI for critical infrastructure Ep40: Dr Francesco Leofante & Mary Cleary 43:05

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Can AI help us build resilience into the energy grid, even in the face of unforeseen challenges? Host Dr Francesco Leofante - Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing, Imperial (Centre for eXperimental AI) Guest Mary Cleary - Vice President (Marketing, Communications & Policy) at Neara Today's topics Challenges in modelling AI for a criti…

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Wrestling Dreams: Should Your Child Compete Nationally Or Specialize? 42:45

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In this episode of the Pin It Forward podcast, we dive into the specialization of children in wrestling and the timing for entering national tournaments. 00:00:00 - Introduction to Specialization in Wrestling 00:01:00 - The Chaos of Youth Sports 00:02:30 - Comparing Wrestling to Other Sports 00:03:30 - When to Start National Tournaments 00:05:00 - …

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HTR #20: Federal grant cuts to University of Alaska 29:29

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Rachel Levitt and John Robertson review federal grant cuts to University of Alaska, how a heavy-handed ICE raid in Georgia undermines federal encouragement of South Korean support for an Alaska LNG line, and what the US Constitution says about scientific progress. Rachel also tries to stump John in Public Policy Pursuit.…

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#405 Building Better Referees from the Ground Up | with Chris Rastatter | D1 Men's National Coordinator 1:06:49

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FOR FULL EPISODE GO TO PATREON.COM/CROWNREFS Chris Rastatter is the NCAA Men’s Division 1 National Coordinator of Officials, overseeing mechanics, training, and tournament selections for men’s college basketball. A 27-year DI referee, Chris worked the NCAA Tournament before moving into his leadership role, where he now mentors and evaluates the nat…

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Zero Carbon Homes Ep39: Dr Anastasiya Ostrovnaya & Matt Lipson 48:52

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From noisy myths to quiet revolutions: Heat pumps are transforming home heating in the UK. Curious how? Tune into this deep-dive with experts from Imperial College. Host Dr Anastasiya Ostrovnaya - Senior Research & Teaching Fellow at the Centre for Climate Finance & Investment Guest  Matt Lipson – Deputy Director at Undaunted, Imperial Today's Topi…

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Sports Psychologist Offers Mindfulness and Mental Preparation Tips 53:22

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In this episode of the Pin It Forward podcast, we dive deep into the world of youth sports, particularly wrestling, and the critical role parents play in shaping their children's experiences and identities as athletes. Our guest, Kevin Andrews, a licensed professional counselor and sports psychologist at Oklahoma State University, shares invaluable…

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#404 Pro City Runs | feat. Kenny Widgeon | with additional commentary 15:58

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Step inside the action at New York City’s legendary Pro City at LIU Brooklyn, where we miked up NBL official Kenny Widgeon. Kenny’s journey is as unique as it is inspiring—he broke into the professional ranks in Australia after a connection through the Crown Refs Podcast with Scott Butler, the NBL’s Coordinator of Officials. With years of experienc…

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HTR #19: CDC, Coast Guard Icebreakers, and the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 28:54

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Rachel and John review changes at the CDC, an increase in the number of Coast Guard icebreakers, and how reaction to enforcement of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 might parallel reaction to current immigration enforcement.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Special Guest Zoheir El Ouarrage (Oklahoma State RTC Coach): How Parents Can Foster Success in Young Wrestlers 49:38

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In this episode of the Pennant Forward podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Zoheir El Ouarrage, Oklahoma State Developmental Coach and a well-respected figure in the wrestling community. Our conversation revolved around the critical role of parents in youth wrestling and how their involvement can significantly impact a child's experience and dev…

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HTR #18: Railbelt's looming energy crisis and grand jury clause of the 5th Amendment. 30:16

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John and Rachel discuss the Railbelt's looming energy crisis, play public policy pursuit, and contemplate the grand jury clause of the 5th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Driving Change towards fully Electric Systems Ep 38: Edoardo Taricco & Mats Larson 1:03:14

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In order to transform the UK’s transport system into a fully electric one, government have to identify key areas of infrastructure that need support and investment. Do they run the risk of failure when large scale decisions are not backed by analysis? Host Edoardo Taricco, a mechanical engineer and graduate of the MSc in sustainable energy futures …

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HTR #17: Solar Power, Alaska Tourism and more 29:35

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This week John and Rachel review cuts to solar power, a drop in Alaska tourism, and the fears that some Anti-Federalists had about presidential power. Rachel also introduces a new quiz game for John to play.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #16: National Guard in DC and Census Clause of the 14th Amendment 29:10

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Rachel and John discuss National Guard deployments to Washington, DC, play two truths and a lie, and review the Census Clause of the 14th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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When Do College Coaches Start Looking at Young Wrestlers? 30:35

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In this episode of the Pin It Forward, we dive into a topic that resonates deeply with parents who are passionate about wrestling and want to see their children excel at the collegiate level. Fred Minnick and Dr. Brandon Mason explore the critical question: When do college coaches start looking at young wrestlers as potential recruits? 00:00:00 - I…

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Energy Storage Technologies Beyond Batteries Ep37: Dr Nadine Moustafa, Dr Matthias Mersch & Dr Alexandra Welp 39:52

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What alternative energy storage technologies are there to replace batteries, and can these technologies hold up to the growing demand for green energy? Host Dr. Nadine Moustafa, Research Associate at Imperial, specialising in carbon management and decarbonisation technologies. Guests Dr. Matthias Mersch - Research associate in the Clean Energy Proc…

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The Weight of Wrestling: Navigating Nutrition and Weight Cutting for Young Athletes 28:31

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In this episode of the Pin It Forward podcast, Dr. Brandon Mason and Fred Minnick, dive into a topic that resonates deeply with wrestling parents: the complexities of weight cutting and nutrition in youth wrestling. We kick off the episode by reminiscing about a memorable moment in wrestling history involving Wyatt Hendrickson and his father, highl…

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Space-based Solar Power Ep36: Edoardo Taricco & Martin Soltau 1:00:42

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Could Satellites Power Our Cities? Discover the Future of Energy. Today’s episode of Energy Futures Podcast, we explore the exciting world of space-based energy. Topics Discussed; Space-based solar power as an era defining new source of clean energy The manufacturing, testing and longevity of satellite technologies, and Financing space-based solar …

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Managing Pre-Match Nerves: Tips for Young Wrestlers and Their Parents 42:29

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Throughout the episode, we emphasize the importance of resilience in the face of competition. We discuss how to handle losses gracefully and the need for parents to provide unconditional support, regardless of the outcome. Dr. Mason shares insights on how to foster a winning mindset while also preparing children for the inevitable challenges they w…

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HTR #15: Gerrymandering; Trump-Putin Summit; 19th Amendment 30:00

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Join John and Rachel this week as they discuss gerrymandering, the Trump-Putin summit, play two truths and a lie, and discuss recent controversies about the 19th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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The Parents Role In Young Wrestlers 27:13

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In the debut episode of Pin It Forward, hosts Fred Minnick, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and former wrestler, and Dr. Brandon Mason, an All-American wrestler from Oklahoma State and Radiologist, kick off their podcast with a passionate mission to guide parents in nurturing young wrestlers without the pressure that often plagues youth spor…

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HTR #14:Vaccine Research, Firing a Top Federal Statistician, and the Constitution’s State of the Union Clause 30:11

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Rachel and John discuss the termination of grants for some vaccine research, the firing of a top federal statistician, and the significance of the Constitution’s State of the Union Clause. Also, John wins Rachel’s challenge in Two Truths and a Lie.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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#403 Whistle Wisdom | with Montrell Cade | Mentorship, Reps, & Confidence in Officiating | Division 1 Official 52:09

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In this inspiring episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, Paul welcomes longtime community member and high-character official Montreal Cade, who currently resides in Columbia, Maryland. Montreal began his officiating journey through the intramural program at Towson University before getting certified and working high school basketball for the past eight…

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HTR #13: Impact of Federal Changes on Mental Health and More 29:58

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Please join John and Rachel this week as they discuss how federal changes are likely to impact drug treatment, rural radio, local schools, and the power of Congress.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Environmental Impact of AI (Special) Ep 35: Dr Nadine Moustafa & Dr Hanya Ahmed 33:26

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Can AI be both powerful and sustainable? Or are we trading the planet for progress? Topics discussed What is AI and how to build an AI model. Differences in AI technologies. The cost of running large data centres. Carbon accounting of AI. Host Dr. Nadine Moustafa, Research Associate at Imperial, specialising in carbon management and decarbonisation…

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HTR #12: Big Beautiful Bill and Shift to Private Education 29:58

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Rachel Levitt and John Robertson discuss Federal actions that impact Alaska on Home to Roost. This week on Home to Roost, Rachel and John discuss the July 14th headline from the PBS News Hour titled "Big Beautiful Bill Could Accelerate the Private Education Shift." Every week in the Plain Reading section, they review a portion of the Constitution. …

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Seventh Carbon Budget Ep 34: Dr. Nadine Moustafa & Dr. Aidan Rhodes 45:51

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In February of 2025, the Climate Change Committee released the 7th Carbon Budget, advising Government on new pathways to decarbonizing the UK by 2050. Topics Discussed; In this episode we dive into the budget as outlined and discuss topics; The key strategies in the budget and how likely we are to achieve them. Carbon removal and carbon capture tec…

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HTR #11: The new federal school voucher, the disappearance of federal reports, and the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment. 29:58

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This week Rachel and John discuss the new federal school voucher and tax credit program, the disappearance of federal reports, and the meaning of the Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses of the First Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #10: Federal education funding, ICE, Justice Brown's dissent, and the 10th Amendment 29:58

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Join John and Rachel as they review federal education funding chaos, the unprecedented growth in ICE, a dissenting opinion by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and the relevance of the 10th Amendment.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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#402 The Coordinator's Cut | w/Lisa Mattingly | SEC Coordinator of Officials 1:21:16

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In this powerful episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we welcome Lisa Mattingly, Coordinator of Officials for the SEC and one of the most respected voices in women’s college basketball officiating. A veteran of the WNBA and NCAA Final Fours, Lisa has spent decades refining her craft both on and off the court. She brings unmatched wisdom, authenticity…

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2025’s Most Important Real Estate Trends That Aren’t in the Headlines | Terry Ryder 48:08

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In this episode, Terry Ryder, founder of Hotspotting, joins us to cut through the noise and talk about what actually drives property growth in Australia. With decades of data-backed insight, Terry explains why local economies, not national headlines, shape the real estate market. We unpack why interest rates are overrated, how infrastructure projec…

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Beyond Silicon: The Future of Solar Energy Ep 33: Professor Christos Markides & Dr Flurin Eisner 54:56

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In 2025, the UK generated over 14 billion kilowatt-hours of solar electricity, enough to power more than 5 million homes. With solar technology evolving faster than ever, could the next leap in solar power come from labs pushing the boundaries of energy science? Host - Prof. Christos Markides - Clean energy technologies in the department of Chemica…

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HTR #9: One Big Beautiful Bill 29:52

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John and Rachel discuss new limits on federal injunctions, the details of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and the significance of the Constitution’s public debt clause.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #8: The Senate’s Parliamentarian and how the Constitution Divides War Powers 28:27

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John and Rachel discuss recent rulings by the Senate’s parliamentarian and how the Constitution divides war powers between Congress and the president.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Dogger Bank Wind Farm Ep32: An evaluation of challenges, lessons and opportunities from the UK’s first HVDC offshore wind farm – Dr Aidan Rhodes and Kaylen Camacho McCluskey 22:51

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In this episode, we invited the co-authors of our latest briefing paper to come discuss the lessons learned and opportunities gained from the world’s largest off-shore wind farm. Host Dr. Aidan Rhodes, Research Fellow at imperial and policy briefing paper fellow at Energy Futures Lab Guest  Dr. Kaylen Camacho-McCluskey, an MSc Environmental Technol…

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#401 The Skill Development Series | Part 1 47:16

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🎙️ Welcome to The Skill Development Series! This episode was recorded at our first-ever in-person event — the Crown Refs Skill Development Clinic held on April 12, 2025, in Berlin, Connecticut. It was a long-awaited, highly anticipated, and special day that brought together core Crown Refs family members for a unique experience of relationship-buil…

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AMP’s Chief Economist Had This to Say About Rate Cuts, Hotspots and Market Growth in 2025 48:44

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Shane Oliver is one of the most respected voices in Australia when it comes to the economy and financial markets. As the Chief Economist at AMP, he’s spent over four decades analysing interest rates, market cycles, and housing trends, earning a reputation for cutting through the noise with clarity and precision. In this episode, Shane breaks down e…

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Financing Decarbonisation Ep31: Dr Nadine Moustafa & Paul Davies 38:53

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Financing Decarbonisation Ep 31: Dr Nadine Moustafa & Paul Davies Is Carbon capture an investable industry, and can it be financeable? Host Dr. Nadine Moustafa, Research Associate at Imperial, specialising in carbon management and decarbonisation technologies. Guest  Paul Davies - Director at 7CO2: The Severnside Carbon Capture and Shipping Hub Top…

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Future of Wind farms Ep 30: Dr Aidan Rhodes, Cristina Fernández Alonso, Sara Jiménez Alfaro. 39:40

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What are the key challenges in manufacturing wind turbines, and is the lifespan of wind turbines impacting the sustainable nature of wind farming? Host Dr. Aidan Rhodes, Research Fellow and Briefing paper at Energy Futures Lab Guest  Cristina Fernández Alonso, a product service engineer – and Blade Project manager at GE Vernova Sara Jiménez Alfaro,…

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HTR #7: Palmer’s Job Corps Center 29:28

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This week on Home to Roost, John and Rachel talk about Palmer’s Job Corps Center, the right to peaceful assembly, and announce the latest the Whiplash Award.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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HTR #6: Fisheries, Vaccinations and More 29:20

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In this week’s show, Rachel and John discuss how federal changes might effect fisheries and vaccinations and what the Constitution says about Congress’s authority over federal and state armed forces.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Don’t Buy Property Without Hearing This First! Margaret Lomas’s Property Investing Must-Knows 1:12:52

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Margaret Lomas is one of the most respected and influential voices in Australian property investing. As the bestselling author of nine books and founder of Destiny Financial Solutions, she’s spent over two decades educating everyday investors and challenging industry spruikers. In this episode, Margaret shares how she built a property portfolio fro…

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185 // When Less Is More: Honoring Your Capacity in Motherhood and Fitness 12:54

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Feeling stretched too thin trying to do all the things, mama? Ever wonder if slowing down could actually move you forward? In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing why choosing less might be the healthiest, strongest, and most faith-filled decision you can make in this season. We’ll talk about honoring your capacity as a mom, what it means to pause w…

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HTR #5: weather balloons, national parks, and the child tax credit 28:14

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Join John and Rachel for a discussion of weather balloons, national parks, the child tax credit, and James Madison’s take on factionalism.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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184 // Postpartum Nutrition Tips That Actually Work—Straight from a Functional Expert, Maranda Bower 36:30

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Ever feel like no one prepared you for how depleted you’d feel after having a baby? You’re not alone, mama. In this episode, I’m sitting down with postpartum nutrition expert Maranda Bower, and we’re getting real about what’s actually missing from postpartum care—and why so many moms feel completely drained, foggy, and off for months after giving b…

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HTR #4: Effects of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the history of America’s birthright citizenship. 28:47

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In this week’s episode, John and Rachel review the possible effects of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and discuss the history of America’s birthright citizenship.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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#400 Episode 400 | feat. Ashley Birch | G-League & NCAA-W Official 1:11:58

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Recorded live from CayVision Podcast Studios, episode 400 features Ashley Birch, a driven and inspiring NCAA Division I and NBA G-League official. Born and raised in Kansas City and now based in Dallas, Ashley opens up about her path into officiating after a playing career and a background in tech. Just completed her first season with the G-League,…

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Depreciation for Property Investors: What You Can and Can’t Claim 41:58

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Depreciation might not sound exciting until you realise how much money it’s leaving on the table for everyday investors. In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Brunsdon, co-founder of Depreciator and one of the first in Australia to specialise solely in tax depreciation schedules. We dive into what depreciation actually is, why so many investors an…