Best How To Grow As An Songwriter Podcasts (2025)

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#120 Anxiety, Worry and Fear Getting the Best of You? You're Not Alone! 10 Things you can do to keep anxiety at bay! 24:01

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo addresses the topic of Worry. If you worry too much, anxiety overwhelms you, or fear controls your actions, this episode is for you! Anxiety is a feeling. And, we all experience it at certain degrees. But, if you are in a constant state of worry or fear, there are things that can help. A…

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MILES NIELSEN reflects on three decades in music and how he is still growing as a musician 1:07:45

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Text us about this show. To say Miles Nielsen has seen and experienced a lot over his three decade career in music would be an understatement. Let's cut to the chase... when your dad is Rick Nielsen, guitarist for Cheap Trick, you get inspired to follow in his footsteps but you do it your way. Miles has done just that. Over his three decade career …

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#119 Looking for Programs and Services that Support Children and Families with Special Needs? : Meet Executive Director of Sensational Fun:Cheryl Guggemos 33:32

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo introduces Listeners to the Cheryl Guggemos. Cheryl is the Executive Director of Sensational Fun, and she shares her passion for working with children with special needs. Cheryl talks about where this passion comes from, and how and why she and Jennifer Vasquez started this organization …

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# 118 Looking for Inspiring and Quality Entertainment by a Country Music Artist and Songwriter from Buffalo, NY? Meet Noah Lee Koningisorn from Noah and The Stetsons! 26:03

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo has the pleasure of meeting and speaking with Noah Lee Koningisorn, otherwise known as "Noah Lee and The Stetson's". After seeing Noah perform live and enjoying his undeniable talent and showmanship , Cathy Jo wanted others to know and experience Noah's God-given talent as well! …

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DR. HANNAH FORMELLA ZDROIK of MELODY AUDIOLOGY LLC returns with updates on hearing protection 38:35

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Text us about this show. A year ago I had Dr. Hannah Formella Zdroik of Melody Audiology LLC on the show to discuss hearing protection and preservation for musicians, music professionals, and fans alike. She returns on this episode to discuss the latest technology and strategies for helping those with hearing issues. She also gives us a glimpse int…

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#117 The thought of The Holiday Gatherings and Opposing Political Views Stressing You Out? 5 Ways to deal with conflict this Thanksgiving and Christmas 29:55

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo addresses the issue of opposing political views being the culprit for stress and tension at holiday gatherings. Holiday traditions might change. You may not celebrate with the regular crew this year. And, there might be less faces gathered around the table for Turkey Dinner. But there ar…

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MATHEW HAEFFEL is a songsmith with a unique musical signature 39:30

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Text us about this show. There are singer-songwriters and then there is Mathew Haeffel. It is truly hard to pin the singer-songwriter label on him because his original compositions go well beyond what you'd expect from an artist in that genre. Mathew is a songsmith who creates music in a way that a visual artist might create a striking painting. He…

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# 116 The Magnificent Vocation of Motherhood: Meet Suzanne Bilodeau Wife, Momma of 6, Podcast Host and Author 40:14

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo will meet and talk with Suzanne Bilodeau. She is a Wife, Momma of 6, Podcast Host and Author. An Academic and Professional Overachiever who encountered Christ in the early stages of motherhood. After being brought to her knees due to her inability to do this incredible work alone…

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ELYSIAN STEW creates captivating finger style acoustic soundscapes 33:45

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Text us about this show. Patrick Zyduck, also known as Elysian Stew, is a finger style guitarist who writes in the moment. The bulk of his originals are instrumentals that paint soundscapes that draw in and envelop the listener with rich acoustic textures and moods. His inspirations for writing range from a rain storm to owls to backpacking on Moun…

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#115 Teens, Technology, and A Culture of Belonging: Meet High School Educator, Sister Rita Marie Kampa 1:02:44

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo meets and interviews Sister Rita Marie Kampa. Originally from Minnesota, she became a Dominican Sister of St. Cecelia which is based in Nashville, TN. She teaches Religion and History at St John Paul II High School in Avondale, AZ. , where she presently resides. Sister's love for…

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THE MASCOT THEORY is back to take you on a journey with their best album yet 56:58

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Text us about this show. To say that The Mascot Theory created their new album, Cosmic Hit and Run, under pressure would be an understatement. They set out to create a concept album about helplessness, loss, grief, healing, and hope and in the process they lived it all. The finished product is nothing short of brilliant. Although each song can stan…

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#114 What's up by Cathy Jo Lang and The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast Journey! 16:56

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By Cathy Jo Lang RN, Certified Professional Life Coach, Public Speaker, Podcast Host, Children’s Published Book Author,

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TIM CASE: A singer-songwriter with a uniquely Wisconsin take on folk and Americana music 50:19

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Text us about this show. It's pretty clear when you listen to Tim Case's music that his Wisconsin roots go deep into his soul. Many of his songs have at least references to people or places around the state, but they serve as devices to tell a narrative rather than promote Wisconsin outright. It's just what he knows through his life experiences and…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: With love & gratitude... THANK YOU, AL of OUTHOUSE RADIO 1:00:01

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Text us about this show. On Christmas Eve 2024, Into The Music debuted on Outhouse Radio in Berlin, NH because Al Lockwood had a vision to support local musicians creating quality music and giving those songs airplay. Life for Al and his wife, Barb, is now going down a new path which has him departing from Outhouse Radio. This special show is a com…

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#113 Are you a Millennial or Gen Z who has stepped away from the Catholic Faith? Meet Mallory Smyth; Wife, Mom, Author, Speaker and Practicing Catholic. 49:55

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo speaks with Mallory Smyth. Mallory is a wife, mom, author, speaker and practicing Catholic. She stepped away from her Catholic Faith prior to leaving for College. A few years later, she felt the weight of the world on her shoulders. And after much research, reflection and prayer,…

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Ep.18: Kelsey Breedlove 1:00:09

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In this heartfelt episode, Kelsey Breedlove, an independent christian music artist opens up about her journey from private songwriter to public artist, sharing the highs and lows along the way. She discusses overcoming fear, financial hardship, health struggles, and being scammed—yet emphasizes how faith, community, and Jesus sustained her. Kelsey …

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KOSTIA is a treasured musician, composer, and human being 1:06:10

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Text us about this show. Kostia is, in a word, special. He's not only a prolific composer and pianist, but one of the most genuine human beings you could ever know. Born and raised in St. Petersburg in the former USSR, Kostia made his way to the United States in 1989 and within a week of arriving he had his first recording deal with Narada Records.…

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#112 Are you a "People Pleaser" Looking For A Better Way? Meet Janine Murray Wife, Auntie and Practicing Catholic 1:16:08

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo meets and talks with Janine Murray. Janine is a Wife, Auntie, Dog Mom and Practicing Catholic. She leads "Sonshine Ministry" where She partners with God to heal the wounds of those she serves. She helps her clients do this by teaching them to take the head knowledge of God, and b…

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THE TUNES are one of the hottest bands going in the NE Wisconsin scene 52:06

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Text us about this show. The Tunes came on the scene only two years ago in 2023. From the start, this band was put together to be something bigger than the sum of its parts. Woodie Larsen (guitar), Jon Wheelock (vocals, bass), and Adam Hatton (drums) are the nucleus of The Tunes and when playing live they include players like Joe Sly (keys), Tyler …

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#111 Meet Beth Townsend: Author, Speaker, Corporate Trainer and Coach. She Brings Positive Energy and Insight Wherever She Goes! 44:52

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo meets and talks with Beth Townsend. Beth started her corporate career at an early age. And, before she knew it, she was being asked to speak to audiences in similar fields. She was asked how she knew her purpose, but didn't have a firm answer. So, she began to interview individua…

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EDDIE ANGEL returns to talk about the new album SOMOS LOS STRAITJACKETS 58:36

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Text us about this show. Los Straitjackets guitarist Eddie Angel returns to Into The Music to talk about the band's brand new album, Somos Los Straitjackets. This is Los Straitjackets' first album of all original material since 2012's Jet Set and it's one of the best albums they have released in their thirty-plus year history. Top to bottom, it's o…

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#110 Meet David Sanborn: Previous Pastor who Converted to The Catholic Faith 1:57:00

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo has the pleasure of meeting and speaking with David Sanborn. David is a husband and father. He was raised in a successful and loving home. And his family loved and continues to love the Lord. David and his family became Missionaries when he was very young. And, he was able to exp…

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RANDY McSTINE is a musical powerhouse playing with names like Steven Wilson and Porcupine Tree 1:23:02

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Text us about this show. Randy McStine is, simply put, a musical powerhouse. Not only is he a respected solo artist with thirteen albums to his credit, but over the past several years he has been playing alongside Steven Wilson in Porcupine Tree and in Wilson's own band. Add to that the three incredible and inventive albums he's released with Marco…

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#109 Feeling Alone in Your Catholic Christian Faith? 10 ways to Deal With and Heal from Rejection from Others 22:11

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo addresses the challenge of rejection that Christians face in response to attempts to share our Catholic faith. She shares 10 things we can do to overcome and to heal from it. We are never alone. For a 1:1 Coaching Session with Cathy Jo, Contact her at [email protected] , If this episode resonated or blessed you…

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Journal Project: Started My Period + 6th Grade Romances 33:02

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My name is Andrea Belita. I grew up in a bunkhouse we made in Idaho. No electricity, no separate rooms, and no privacy. We were preppers, hoarder style. An herbalist mother and a religiously extreme and dominating father, abuse was prevalent. Things got worse before they got better. Songwriting and journaling are how I got through life. Now I’m her…

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#108 What Do You Mean by "Keep Your Faith" and How Do You Get It? Here are 8 ways I searched and found Jesus through Searching out My Catholic Faith 33:03

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo talks about the early days of looking into, acknowledging and embracing her Catholic Christian Faith. She shares 8 things that helped her rediscover her Catholic Faith. And, after taking time to truly understand The Catholic Church and what it offers, She began to prioritize a personal r…

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MUSIC6S is improving the lives of veterans, active duty military, and first responders through the gift of music 53:31

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Text us about this show. Music6S is a nonprofit organization whose mission is "to provide music education and performance opportunities to military personnel, veterans, firefighters, police officers, and medical professionals—helping them find healing, connection, and creative expression through music." Those who serve us on the frontlines and as f…

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#107 Looking Back on The First Year Of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast: What Changes Will Be Made in The Future?! 23:43

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo reflects back on her first year as Host of the show. She shares the positive and negative experiences, what will change in the future and how to get in on the 1 Year Anniversary Give Away for a $100 Gift Certificate for Dog Ears Bookstore and center for Enlightenment in Buffalo, …

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Journal Project: Living With Grandma 28:37

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My name is Andrea Belita. I grew up in a bunkhouse we made in Idaho. No electricity, no separate rooms, and no privacy. We were preppers, hoarder style. An herbalist mother and a religiously extreme and dominating father, abuse was prevalent. Things got worse before they got better. Songwriting and journaling are how I got through life. Now I’m her…

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#106 Part 3 Being The Best Version of Yourself Means Being A Good Daughter First: Meet Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett 24:47

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will continue and conclude her conversation with Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett. Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett is an Author, Speaker, Podcast Host and Educator. She is also a Mom, Wife and DAUGHTER! She combines her love of learning and science with her passion for The Catholic Faith. And, she wants to help you be the best mom and w…

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ERIC LaBROSSE of CHERRY PIT STUDIOS is producing some of Wisconsin's best music 54:07

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Text us about this show. Eric LaBrosse is the owner of Cherry Pit Studios in the Milwaukee suburb of Menomonee Falls, WI. He's grown his business over the years having started in his parents' basement to now owning the facility outright. Over time Cherry Pit's reputation for clean, quality recordings has grown and is now one of the go-to studios in…

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Journal Project: The Darker Side of Childhood + Live Music 42:22

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My name is Andrea Belita. I grew up in a bunkhouse we made in Idaho. No electricity, no separate rooms, and no privacy. We were preppers, hoarder style. An herbalist mother and a religiously extreme and dominating father, abuse was prevalent. Things got worse before they got better. Songwriting and journaling are how I got through life. Now I’m her…

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#105 Part 2 Being The Best Version of Yourself Means Being a Good Daughter First: Meet Dr Mary Ruth Hackett 23:25

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will continue her conversation with Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett. Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett is an Author, Speaker, Podcast Host and Educator. She is also a Mom, Wife and DAUGHTER! She combines her love of learning and science with her passion for The Catholic Faith. And, she wants to help you be the best mom and wife you can b…

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#104 Part 1 In Order to be the Best Version of Yourself, You Need to be a Good Daughter First: Meet Dr Mary Ruth Hackett 25:11

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will talk with Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett. Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett is an Author, Speaker, Podcast Host and Educator. She is also a Mom, Wife and DAUGHTER! She combines her love of learning and science with her passion for The Catholic Faith. And, she wants to help you be the best mom and wife you can be! She is host of The…

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THE TOURMALINERS & KELA SAKO are teaming up for a special retro-styled release 41:29

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Text us about this show. Into The Music listeners are by now well acquainted with San Diego's award winning surf band, The Tourmaliners. Guitarist Deven Berryhill returns to the podcast to talk about a special retro-styled single they've recorded with vocalist Kela Sako. When we say retro-styled, we're not kidding! Two songs—Rosie and the Originals…

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#103 Using Her Experience, Knowledge and Life Coaching Skills to Help Others with Christie Walker Part 4 21:40

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo concludes her conversation with Christie Walkie. Christie is a Catholic Sobriety Coach, helping women create and/or improve their relationship with alcohol. In this final part of Christie's interview, She shares the sobriety coaching services she offers to women. You don't have to hit rock bottom for alcohol to be c…

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Journal Project: Trailer 2:07

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My name is Andrea Belita. I grew up in a bunkhouse we made in Idaho. No electricity, no separated rooms, and no privacy. We were preppers, hoarder style. An herbalist mother and religiously extreme and dominating father, abuse was prevalent. Songwriting and journaling are how I got through life. Now I’m here sharing all of that with you. Thanks for…

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#102 Finding and Embracing Her Catholic Christian Faith with Christie Walker Part 3 22:23

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Christie Walker. Christie is a Catholic Sobriety Coach, helping women create and/or improve their relationship with alcohol. Christie continues her conversation and how her faith led her through some challenging times while creating the life she had hoped for. She lives her life alcoh…

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ORIGINAL MUSIC SAMPLER! Recent releases and other great originals from Wisconsin and other locales 49:31

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Text us about this show. The Wisconsin music scene is rife with outstanding original music across a number of genres. On this episode of Into The Music, we're sampling some of those releases by Wisconsin artists like Brad Bordini, Tyler Sj, Eric W. Krueger & The Sheesh, Willy Porter, Ben Mulwana, David Fry, Johnny Cee, Carmen Nickerson, The Brother…

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#101 Beginning the Recovery Process with Christie Walker Part 2 20:26

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Christie Walkie. Christie is a Catholic Sobriety Coach, helping women create and/or improve their relationship with alcohol. In this part 2 of her interview, Christie talks about the beginning stages of her own recovery, what challenges she faced and how her future began to take shape…

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The Journal Project: 1990-94 - The Innocent Childhood Years 28:17

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Hey! I'm Andrea Belita. This is the beginning of my journal project where I share my life story through my journals and songs. This season runs through elementary and middle school. I haven't started a specific YouTube for this yet. I'll let you know when I do. My Songs YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsmgNOj6AUHFAKbVh7Dcy4…

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#100 Christie Walker Personal Journey Part 1: Early Stages, Signs and Symptoms of Alcoholism 23:52

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks with Christie Walkie. Christie is a Catholic Sobriety Coach, helping women create or improve their relationship with alcohol. In part 1 of her interview, Christie talks about the beginning stages of her experience with alcoholism, including initial experience with alcohol, signs and symptoms that drinking had …

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INTO THE MUSIC: going behind the scenes with special guest host BRAD BORDINI 1:02:39

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Text us about this show. Over the past two years, Into The Music has grown to become a staple in many music fans' regular podcast listening. On this week's show, Brad Bordini steps into the host's chair to interview Rob about the state of the podcast, his own background in music, how listeners can help support and grow Into The Music, and even the …

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#99 Navigating the highs and lows of building something great? Here are 13 Challenges I've faced and have overcome in regard to starting my business, and creating and hosting my podcast 29:03

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life podcast, Cathy Jo shares 13 challenges she has faced overcame regarding her business, Cathy Jo Lang LLC, and creating and hosting her podcast, The Unplanned Joyful Life. If you are facing challenges in your life, know that you are not alone. Whether they are challenges you chose to face, they are …

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#98 12 Benefits I've Received from Starting My Business and Hosting My Podcast, The Unplanned Joyful Life! 25:18

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, as Cathy Jo gets closer to celebrating her 100 episode, she shares 12 benefits she has received from starting her business and hosting her podcast. As a Certified Life Coach, Cathy's goal is to direct and support clients as they create and obtain personal and professional goals. Cathy spe…

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#97 Part 2 Tajenai Alvarado: Born to Teen Parents, Taj has a love and appreciation for her mom and dad that is beyond words! 19:14

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, we will continue our conversation with Tajenai Alvarado, better known as Taj. She is the oldest of 3 children and born to teen parents. She is intelligent, passionate and grateful for the life and family God has provided her with. Taj shares details about her personal faith journey. She t…

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#96 Part 1 Tajenai Alvarado: Born to Teen Parents, Taj has a love and appreciation for her mom and dad that is beyond words! 21:07

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, you will meet Tajenai Alvarado, better known as Taj. She is the oldest of 3 children and born to teen parents. She is intelligent, passionate and extremely gifted. Taj is grateful for the life and family God has provided her with. And, she shares details about her personal faith journey. …

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#95 Part 2 Stacy Marinaro: Mom, Wife, Catholic Educator and Child of God 27:38

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks with Stacy Marinaro. Stacy is a Wife, Mom, Educator as well as Organizer of a local Catholic Youth Group for Junior High Students. She is kind, humble, intelligent and faith Filled! And, one of the hardest working individuals I know. I am honored to know her. Stacy shares h…

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#94 Part 1 Stacy Marinaro: Mom, Wife, Catholic Educator and Child of God 27:25

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks with Stacy Marinaro. Stacy is a Wife, Mom, Educator and Child of God. She is also Organizer of a local Catholic Youth Group for Junior High Students in Buffalo, NY. She is kind, humble, intelligent and faith filled! And, as a Catholic Educator who specifically teaches Relig…

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THE SWONGOS are taking surf music into other dimensions 43:51

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Text us about this show. The Swongos (Thomas Mangelsen - guitar, Lisa Mangelsen - bass, Brian Liggett - drums) are a surf band from NW Wisconsin (what?!) with a twist. Make that many twists. The foundation of their music is surf, but from there they add layers of exotica, spy, psychedelic rock, metal, alternative, and even jazz (thanks to vibes pla…