Best Helen M. Ryan Podcasts (2025)

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Calm Anxiety: 15-Minute De-Stress Walk (w/music) | 47 16:08

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Feeling wired and anxious, with your brain rehearsing every worst-case scenario? Like you’re carrying a really heavy backpack stuffed with intrusive thoughts? Take a walk with me and let’s shake some of that off. This 15-minute indoor or outdoor walking workout is for the days when anxiety feels physical and you still have to function like a human.…

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Daniel Clark - Listening to Workers: Oral Histories of Metro Detroit Autoworkers in the 1950s 1:01:50

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Daniel Clark - Listening to Workers: Oral Histories of Metro Detroit Autoworkers in the 1950sHeartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History AssociationHosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin MasonBy Midwestern History Association

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ENCORE: Walking Meditation - Take Time for You 22:44

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A quick note: It’s Thanksgiving week, and if you’re feeling the holiday pressure... you aren't alone. We all need a moment of calm right now, so I’m bringing back one of my most popular walking meditations to help you breathe through the stress. (Originally released as Episode 16 on December 26, 2021.) Consider this 15-minute walking meditation a v…

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Stop Burnout: 12-Minute Recharge Walk (w/music) | 46 12:45

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Burned out? Feeling crispy, wiped out? This is your permission slip for a 12-minute "do the bare minimum" walk. No gold stars, no pep talks. Just breathing, walking, and not feeling alone in the messiness. We'll talk about how to let yourself off the hook, deal with decision fatigue, move life down to low-power mode, and why "done is better than pe…

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10-Minute Walking Workout for Energy (w/music) | 45 10:09

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Brain buffering? Staring at your screen like it owes you answers? This 10-minute indoor or outdoor walking workout is your quick fix for the afternoon slump. (Or any time you hit a slump.) Bye bye brain fog | Focus reset | Real energy | Creativity bump | A ridiculous story P.S. You'll hear a bell halfway through. If you're walking outside, that's y…

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Thomas M. Nelson, Jerald Podair - Wrecked: The Edmund Fitzgerald and the Sinking of the American Economy 53:34

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Thomas M. Nelson, Jerald Podair - Wrecked: The Edmund Fitzgerald and the Sinking of the American EconomyHeartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History AssociationHosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin MasonBy Midwestern History Association

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20-Minute Walk That Burns Fat - Walking Workout | 44 21:19

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You ever have those days where you're running on what feels like dollar-store batteries? You're doing all the right things like eating okay, walking, sleeping (sort of), but the energy just isn't there? This 20-minute walking workout helps you shake off that blah, brain-foggy feeling and rebuild real energy… the kind that sticks around long after y…

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Better Mood Fast: 10-Minute Anti-Cranky Walk | Ep 43 11:02

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Are you having one of those days where you feel like you want to rip someone's head off? Or maybe just hide from the world because everything is irritating? This quick mood boosting walking workout (about 10 minutes) helps you shake off the crabby mood fast… without toxic positivity. Get an instant mood lift using a simple body-mind trick | A way t…

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Clear Brain Fog - 20-Minute Walking Workout | 42 20:00

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Ever feel like your brain has 50... no, a thousand, browser tabs open at once? It's that cluttered, brain-fog feeling where you're so overwhelmed, you just... freeze (like your computer?) And then you try to talk into the cat food bowl instead of your phone. (Yep. I did that. Full story in the podcast). I feel you. My concentration is a mess some d…

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David Hakensen - Her Place in the Woods: The Life of Helen Hoover 59:03

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David Hakensen - Her Place in the Woods: The Life of Helen HooverHeartland History is the official podcast of the Midwestern History AssociationHosts: Josh Kluever, Kevin MasonHosts Emeritus: Camden Burd, Ramya Swayamprakash, Jon LauckBy Midwestern History Association

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Low Motivation? 10-Minute Walk to Get Moving | 41 11:34

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Okay, so let's talk about those days. You know the ones. Your workout gear is giving you the side-eye and the couch is a tractor beam, pulling you over to it. Uh-huh. Been there more times than I can count. Well, I have a psychological hack for just that, and on this short walk 'll tell you how I trick myself into doing something I don’t feel like …

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Boost Your Metabolism - 20-Minute Walking Workout | 40 22:40

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Does it feel like your metabolism has taken a permanent vacation? And the only way to get it back is with long, torturous workouts that you just haven't got time for? What if you could kick start your body's fat-burning machine by working smarter, not longer? This is a 20-minute walking workout that's going to show you how to use simple, easy-to-do…

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10-Minute Energy Boosting "Power Break" Walk | 39 11:02

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It's that time of day, isn't it? Your brain is threatening to go on strike, and the siren song of the sofa (and maybe a bag of chips) is getting louder by the minute. I get it. The afternoon slump is real, and my first instinct is usually a nap (but no can do). But what if, instead of crashing, you could recharge in just 10 minutes? This isn’t a pu…

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ENCORE: Why you're so tired and what you can do about it 29:56

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A quick note: This is an encore presentation of one of my most popular episodes. If you've been feeling completely worn out, this one is for you. (Originally released as Episode 23A on October 30, 2022.) If you’re feeling exhausted, unmotivated, and wiped out, the reason may surprise you... especially if your doctor says everything is OK. In this w…

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13-Minute Power Walk for Motivation | 38 13:38

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Ever have those days when you've just plain run out of reasons to get moving? I hear you. I'm 59, my mind's on vacation half the time, and I've definitely had days when I feel like I just can't get going. When it comes to finding the motivation to actually get out the door for a walk (or a trip to the gym) on a day when you're running on fumes and …

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15-Minute Walk: Fit More Steps In the Easy Way | 37 15:24

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Hey Walkers! Your to-do list probably has its own to-do list, and "me time" is nowhere on it. Same. That's why this 15-minute power walk is all about finding those hidden pockets of time you didn't even know you had. I'll share some of my favorite sneaky (but simple!) ways to weave more movement into your life, making it feel like a little win inst…

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Tim Mulherin-This Magnetic North: Candid Conversations on a changing Northern Michigan 1:08:01

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Tim Mulherin-This Magnetic North: Candid Conversations on a changing Northern Michigan by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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Erik S. McDuffie - The Second Battle for Africa: Garveyism, the US Heartland, and Global Freedom 1:05:36

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Erik S. McDuffie - The Second Battle for Africa: Garveyism, the US Heartland, and Global Freedom by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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20 Minute Walking Workout | Starting Over (no music) 36B 20:33

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Hey Walkers! Ever feel like you’re hitting reset… again? Same. But here’s the truth: starting over doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means you’re strong enough to try again. This 20-minute walking workout is all about embracing that fresh start, with motivation and good vibes to help you move forward. Whether you’re on a trail, pacing at home, cruising…

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20-Minute Walking Workout | Starting Over (w music) 36A 20:33

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Hey Walkers! Ever feel like you’re hitting reset… again? Same. But guess what? Starting over doesn’t mean you’re behind—it means you’re brave enough to begin again. This 20-minute walking workout is here to help you do just that, with a boost of energy, good vibes, and steady background music to keep you moving. Whether you’re out on a trail, walki…

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Willa Hammit Brown - Gentlemen of the Woods: Manhood, Myth, and the American Lumberjack 1:02:29

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Willa Hammit Brown - Gentlemen of the Woods: Manhood, Myth, and the American Lumberjack by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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Josh Nygren - The State of Conservation: Rural America and the Conservation-Industrial Complex since 1920 1:03:09

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Josh Nygren - The State of Conservation: Rural America and the Conservation-Industrial Complex since 1920 by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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Stephanie Ternullo - How the Heartland Went Red 1:06:09

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Stephanie Ternullo discusses her new book, How the Heartland Went Red: Why Local Forces Matter in an Age of Nationalized Politics (Princeton University Press, 2024).By Midwestern History Association

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Reflections on Midwestern History 1:12:01

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A group of scholars discuss the history and future of Midwestern History.By Midwestern History Association

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Paul Renfro - The Life and Death of Ryan White: AIDS and Inequality in America 50:54

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Paul Renfro discusses his new book, The Life and Death of Ryan White: AIDS and Inequality in America (UNC Press, 2024).By Midwestern History Association

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Dr. Casey Huegel - Cleaning Up The Bomb Factory 57:21

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Casey Huegel discusses his book, Cleaning Up the Bomb Factory:Grassroots Activism and Nuclear Waste in the MidwestBy Midwestern History Association

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10-Minute Power Walk Workout (w music) | 35 9:19

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Hey Walkers! Ready to get some steps in? Here's a walking workout that not only gets your heart pumping, but also gives you an energizing boost... in 10 minutes or less. Get moving during lunch, after dinner, or during a break. This podcast for walking has upbeat background walking music to keep you on tempo. And guess what? You don't have to walk …

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Dr. Sergio Gonzalez - Strangers No Longer: Latino Belonging and Faith in Twentieth-Century Wisconsin 1:03:22

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Dr. Carolina Ortega leads a discussion on Dr. Sergio Gonzalez's book, Stangers No Longer: Latino Belonging and Faith in Twentieth-Century Wisconsin, published by the University of Illinois Press.By Midwestern History Association

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When a Dream Dies - Pamela Riney-Kehrberg 1:00:08

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Dr. Pamela Riney-Kehrberg discusses her new book, When a Dream Dies: Agriculture, Iowa, and the Farm Crisis of the 1980s.By Midwestern History Association

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10-Minute Quick Refreshing Walk (w music) 34A 14:21

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Hey Walkers! Today’s walking workout is quick and energizing. Improve your mood, laser focus, and feel more creative, all in just 10 minutes. Walking is like a natural espresso shot for your mind and body– minus the caffeine crash. Whether you're squeezing in a walk during a break or just before a presentation, or while your kids are doing their ho…

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10-Minute Quick Refreshing Walk (no music) 34B 14:21

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Hey Walkers! This energizing walking workout will boost your mood, help you get focused, and start those creative juices flowing… all in just 10 minutes. Walking can be your brain's espresso shot – minus the caffeine crash, of course. Whether it's squeezing in a walk during lunch breaks, just before that big meeting, or after your kids go to bed, y…

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Josiah Rector - Toxic Debt: An Environmental Justice History of Detroit 59:20

2y ago59:20

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Dr. Josiah Rector joins the podcast to talk about his recent book, Toxic Debt: An Environmental Justice History of Detroit.By Midwestern History Association

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Steven Conn - Lies of the Land 50:42

2y ago50:42

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Steven Conn discusses his new book, Lies of the Land: Seeing Rural America for What It Is - and Isn't.By Midwestern History Association

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30 Min Walking Workout | Get Your Energy Back (w music) 33A 32:08

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Feeling unmotivated and drained? Head out on a coached walk with me, where we'll chat about practical hacks to banish fatigue and bring up your energy levels. In this walking workout podcast episode, discover real-life tips to give you an energy boost, including: It’s all about the burst: Experience the power of small bursts of movement throughout …

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30 Min Walking Workout | Get Your Energy Back (w music) 33B 31:18

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Feeling drained and unmotivated? Join me for a refreshing, information-packed coached walk where we'll uncover simple hacks to zap fatigue and boost your energy. This walking workout podcast episode gives you real life, practical tips to help you get more energy including: Energy boosters Movement moments: Small bursts of movement throughout your d…

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Breathing to Reduce Stress and Sleep Faster (no walking) - Walking Challenge Day 7 10:14

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Day 7 of our walking challenge is all about breathing and progressive muscle relaxation to soothe your mind and body. There is no coached walk in this episode. It's all about the R&R. We’re going to practice a variety of breathing patterns (including 4-7-8, which will help you drift off to sleep), and some progressive relaxation. Deep Belly Breaths…

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Walking Workout with Family or Dog - Walking Challenge Day 6 17:58

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In Day 6 of our walking challenge, we’re ditching solo walks and turning our strolls into calorie-blasting walking workouts for the whole family (furry family members and friends, too). Keeping things fun and ever-changing is how you create a consistent walking habit. Highlights: Groups walks: Strengthen bonds with family and friends: Share laughte…

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Walk More: Easy Ways Fit Walking Into Your Day - Walking Challenge Day 5 17:04

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Should you walk in the morning if you're a night person? Should you walk at night if your an early riser? Or should you stick to listening to your body clock? Today we spill the beans on invigorating morning routines and soothing evening rituals. Learn the "wake and walk" strategy for mornings - even if you’re not a morning person - and get ideas f…

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Best Time of Day To Walk -15 Min Walking Workout | Challenge Day 4 15:44

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Forget Fight Club, let's talk walk club. Dive into the mood-boosting benefits of morning walks and the stress-melting magic of evening strolls. Find your flow, embrace consistency, and celebrate every stride. This is day 4 of the walking workout challenge, part of the Walking and Talking with Helen podcast. In this episode, you’ll learn the best ti…

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Get Want You Want - Walking Challenge Day 3 20:03

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Power Up Your Walk and Make ThingsHappen with Intentions Ready to turn your daily stroll into a superpower walking workout session? Slip on your walking shoes for Day 3 of the Walking Challenge, where we're all about setting intentions for a walk that rocks. Before you lace up: Blast "Don't Stop Me Now" by Queen (seriously, it works!) to get you mo…

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Mindful Walking - Walking Challenge Day 2 27:10

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Ready to unlock the magic of mindful walking? This is Day 2 of the free walking challenge, part of the Walking & Talking with Helen podcast. We’ll talk about transforming your daily steps into a journey of present-moment awareness, while getting going on a coached walk. The tips in this episode will help you: Reduce anxiety Reduce stress Build heal…

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Get Started - Walking Challenge Day 1 24:44

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Are you ready to turn your daily walks into a personalized journey of fitness, motivation, and fun? Welcome to the Coached Walk Workout Challenge—a unique, 7-day engaging, and entirely FREE way to get you moving, motivated, and sticking to new and healthy habits. Why Take the Challenge? Elevate your daily walks from routine and mundane. The Coached…

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When You Can't Get Motivated - 20 Min Walk | 25A (w music) 23:12

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Feeling overwhelmed, paralyzed, and can't get anything done? We all go through periods where life feels like a struggle and even the simplest tasks seem so hard. But there are ways to cope and make things easier. This walking podcast episode (with background music) is full of practical tips to help you survive and thrive when you're unmotivated, in…

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When You Can't Get Motivated - 20 Min Walk | 25B (no music) 24:13

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Feeling overwhelmed, paralyzed, and can't get anything done? We all go through periods where life feels like a struggle and even the simplest tasks seem so hard. But there are ways to cope and make things easier. This walking podcast episode is full of practical tips to help you survive and thrive when you're unmotivated, including: Understanding w…

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Max Fraser - Hillbilly Highway 1:08:17

2y ago1:08:17

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Max Fraser discussers migration, labor, and culture in the Midwest by examining the experiences of migrant white workers in the region. The full book, Hillbilly Highway: The Transappalachian Migration and the Making of a White Working Class, can be purchased at the Princeton University Press website, https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780…

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Crystal Marie Moten - Continually Working 59:44

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Crystal Marie Moten - Continually Working by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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John Nelson - Muddy Ground: Native Peoples, Chicago's Portage, and the Transformation of a Continent 50:47

2y ago50:47

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John Nelson - Muddy Ground: Native Peoples, Chicago's Portage, and the Transformation of a Continent by Midwestern History AssociationBy Midwestern History Association

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Melissa Ford - A Brick and a Bible 51:53

2y ago51:53

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Dr. Melissa Ford joins us to discuss her new book A Brick and a Bible: Black Women's Activism in the Midwest During the Great Depression, published by Southern Illinois University Press.By Midwestern History Association

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Cancer Caregiving and Where Have I Been? 17 Min Walk | Ep 24A (w music) 17:41

2+ y ago17:41

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I'm going to confess something to you: I totally went on a sugar spree, temporarily ditching my healthy habits. I'm I'm OK with it. When my amazing aunt was bravely fighting cancer, I realized how important it is to cut ourselves some slack and stop beating ourselves up . We’ll dive into the importance of recognizing the choices we make during diff…

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Cancer Caregiving and Where Have I Been? 17 Min Walk | Ep 24B (no music) 17:41

2+ y ago17:41

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When my amazing aunt was bravely fighting cancer, I realized how important it is to cut ourselves some slack and stop beating ourselves up. And I'm going to confess something to you: I totally went on a sugar spree during my time as a caregiver, temporarily ditching my healthy habits. We’ll dive into the importance of recognizing the choices we mak…