Best Jan Swift Podcasts (2025)

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Alaska vs Martha 34:22

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This week, our friends Denise Winkelman and Bobby Dolan join Dave for some half hearted apologies, body swapped trivia, and Weird Al polka covers. Bobby Dolan would like to plug Could Be The Move and recommends @fauxtivational_speaker Denise Winkelman would like to plug Bougie on a Budget and recommends Lioness on Paramount+ And finally Dave is on …

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Jonathan Booth – Private Investment Fund Manager – Booth Laird Capital Management 51:04

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Jonathan Booth, Chartered Financial Analyst and CPA accredited in business valuation, joins Discover Lafayette to share his remarkable journey from being a young boy of 11 years of age falling in love with stock investments to CEO and Managing Partner of Booth Laird Capital Management, a boutique investment firm based in Lafayette. “My uncle would …

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Vic and Sid, Sober, Alcohol Free Stories and the locus of control 29:59

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Hi everyone and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Tonight I'll talk to Sid. Sid is an old friend and one I shared some of my drinking evenings with many moons ago. It's lovely to hear how he has successfully turned his life around. Sid's drinking was exacerbated by a series of stressful events in his life, and …

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La. State Representative Annie Wingate Spell – District 45 45:02

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Annie Wingate Spell, Louisiana State Representative for District 45, joins Discover Lafayette to share the journey that led her to public service. Annie’s story is one of unwavering determination, professional excellence, and personal resilience. A licensed clinical child psychologist, Annie holds degrees from UL Lafayette and LSU. In 2024, she was…

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Vic and Ellen, Sober Alcohol Free Stories , always knowing and sobriety bubbles! 30:48

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Hi everyone and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Vic and I don't drink! Today I talked to Ellen, who bravely made the decision to stop drinking at the age of 30 and just three months before her wedding, she's never looked back and has swapped her drinking music for running music. Super inspiring.…

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State Senator Brach Myers – District 23 58:20

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Discover Lafayette: Senator Brach Myers on Public Service, Family, and Revitalizing the Oil Center of Lafayette Louisiana State Senator Brach Myers, who began serving Senate District 23 in March 2025 after representing House District 45, joined Discover Lafayette to reflect on his deep-rooted commitment to public service, his childhood journey, and…

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Vic and Sharon, Sober, Alcohol free stories and getting a new sat nav! 34:22

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Hi everybody and welcome to Sober, Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I'll talk to Sharon, whose severe drinking sent her in and out of rehab for years and experiencing many failed moderation attempts. Sharon finally found what worked for her in spirituality and transformed her life into the tranquil world where she now li…

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Wild Ol' Woman vs World Ol' Games 57:18

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This week, our MaxFun friends Tom Lum and Christian Duguay join Dave for lesser known Superman/Fantastic Four cohorts, Oasis and Green Day song trivia, and Pixar sequel pitches. Tom Lum would like to plug Let's Learn Everything and Our Findings and recommends A Guide to Making Friends in the Fourth Dimension Christian Duguay would like to plug Vall…

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Jacoby Landry – New Owner of Northgate Mall 36:57

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Jacoby Landry, the new owner of Lafayette’s oldest indoor shopping center, Northgate Mall, shares his vision to bring hope, commerce, and fresh energy to North Lafayette. Jacoby’s energy and can-do attitude is a beacon of light for a community waiting to see how he will transform the mall into “The Hub.” Jacoby, owner of JL Construction and Pont Br…

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Vic and Lara, Sober Alcohol Free Stories and trusting yourself 32:02

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Hi everyone and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I talk to Lara Lara's. Drinking went from social to behind closed doors after experiencing postnatal depression. In our chat, she reflects on the issue that was probably there all along, and how learning to trust herself has really set her free.…

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Vic and Becky - Sober, alcohol free stories, grief, family and the butterfly effect!!! 32:22

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Hi everybody and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I talk to Becky. Becky began drinking a little later in life with college laying the foundations that told her she was more confident with booze. The sudden death of her brother left her drinking to numb the pain and her drinking became more frequent and …

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Michael Desormeaux, UL – Lafayette Head Football Coach 1:02:10

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We welcome UL – Lafayette Football Head Coach Michael Desormeaux, a graduate of Catholic High in New Iberia and standout UL Lafayette quarterback, who became the eighth quarterback in NCAA history to post back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons. He joined the UL coaching staff in 2016, helping lead the Ragin’ Cajuns to four consecutive Sunbelt West…

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Dicey Waters: A Troubled Waters Special 1:28:04

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During the 2025 MaxFunDrive, we promised yall if we reach our support stretch goal, we'd make a special D&D episode! Well, we reached that goal and got right to work. Join Dave Holmes, Riley Silverman, John-Luke Roberts, producer Christian, and special guest Austin Taylor of Secret Histories of Nerd Mysteries on a rip roaring musical adventure! DM'…

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Bill Bacque – Market Scope Consulting – Tracking Real Estate Trends 48:26

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Real estate expert Bill Bacque of Market Scope Consulting, whose career has spanned over 53 years in the housing industry, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss real estate trends. Formerly with Van Eaton & Romero—later acquired by Latter & Blum—Bill is now retired, but his passion for tracking housing statistics and analyzing market trends remains s…

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Vic and Philippa, Sober, alcohol free stories, from falling down the stairs to Taylor Swift! 24:24

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Hi everyone, and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria, and I don't drink. Today I'm talking to Philippa. Philippa's. Drinking was a way to mask anxiety developed through trauma at an early age. In her relationships, drinking was a central fixture until a fall down the stairs filled her with shame and planted the seed and dawning rea…

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Acadiana Veterans Hockey – Eric Iorio and Dani Francis – Where Camaraderie and Community Meet on the Ice 44:55

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In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we shine a light on a unique community tucked away in South Louisiana: veterans who find healing, camaraderie, and fun on the ice rink. Our guests, Eric Iorio and Danielle (“Dani”) Francis, share their inspiring journeys from military service to building a new mission at home — through Acadiana Veterans Hockey…

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Vic and Elise, Sober, alcohol free stories, fractured skulls and three peaks! 33:38

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Hi everybody and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I talk to Elise. Elise explains how her drinking as a young teenager taught her to hide from her pain. Her drinking became a tool which slowly ruined her life, and finally she accepted that enough was enough. Elisa's sobriety has taken her from two fractur…

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Bird Boy vs Weird Al 44:32

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This week, our MaxFun friends Katie Goldin and John Moe join Dave for some Pixar films, custom popcorn buckets, and Muppet music trivia Katie Goldin would like to plug Secretly Incredibly Fascinating and Creature Feature and recommends Pants John Moe would like to plug Depresh Mode, Sleeping with Celebrities, his band Math Emergency, and his upcomi…

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Steve Raggio: Co-Owner of Bayou State Pawn and Author of “Heart Talking, Inspiring Poems for the Soul”

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Steve Raggio, co-owner of Bayou State Pawn & Jewelry, joins Discover Lafayette to share the remarkable story of his dual life as a successful business owner and newly published poet. His book, Heart Talking, Inspiring Poems for the Soul, has quickly become a best-seller in its category and has touched hearts across the country. “If I can touch just…

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Vic and Chloe, Sober, alcohol free stories and finding a million reasons to stop drinking 33:35

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Hi everyone and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink today. I'll talk to Chloe. Chloe's drinking began as a shy teenager and it gave her the confidence to kiss a boy! Growing up with an alcoholic father she adored Chloe sadly ended up becoming his carer, and the irony of using alcohol as her choice of stress relief …

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Jude David – Building Legacies Through Business, Stewardship, and Strategic Giving

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On this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome Jude David, managing partner of Final Ascent, a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm that helps mid-market business owners—typically with $5 million or more in annual revenue—prepare their companies for sale and successfully transition for maximum value. But Jude’s passion goes far beyond business…

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Vic and Beth, Sober, alcohol free stories and being "dramatic" 31:58

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Hi everybody and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I talk to Beth. Beth's story will resonate with so many drinking, a bottle of wine a day. Didn't feel quite enough for the support groups that Beth had tried to stop drinking with. And 10 months into her sobriety, Beth convinced herself that she had contro…

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First 100 Days of Trump 2.0 (w/Jim Swift) 37:00

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Today’s Utterly Moderate podcast episode focuses on the positives and negatives of President Trump’s first 100 days in office in this his second term. We are joined by Jim Swift, a longtime Republican and senior editor at The Bulwark. If you aren’t familiar with the work that they do over at The Bulwark, it is an online publication founded by longt…

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Cow Copter vs Cruise Corn 39:06

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This week, our MaxFun friends Helen Hong and Kevin Avery join Dave for Nintendo trivia, LGBTQ+ anthems, and Sesame Street pitches. Helen Hong would like to plug Go Fact Yourself and Belly Laughs Festival Kevin Avery would like to plug Maximum Film and The Great North and recommends Kara Morgan And finally Dave is on Bluesky! Find us on Instagram an…

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Lafayette Regional Technology Council – Tech Leadership That’s Homegrown and Future-Focused 43:53

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In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we dive into Lafayette’s emerging role as a major player in the regional and national tech ecosystem with Ben Johnson and Marcus Brown of the newly formed Lafayette Regional Technology Council. This dynamic group of volunteer leaders are working hard to ensure Lafayette’s deep well of tech talent is recognized…

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The Late Robert Daigle – A Look Back at Why He Invested in Upper Lafayette

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Robert Daigle on Why He Invested in Upper Lafayette Originally recorded in October 2013 /Aired on Upper Lafayette On the Move This episode of Discover Lafayette takes us back to an insightful conversation with the late Robert Daigle, the visionary managing partner of River Ranch Development Company and the developer of the Village of River Ranch, a…

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Artmosphere Opens Up Under New Leadership – Meet Justin Bennett and his Booking Agent and Sound Engineer, Moose Harris 54:29

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Discover Lafayette welcomes Justin Bennett, the new owner of Artmosphere, and Anthony Daniels—known to many as Moose Harris—who serves as booking agent and sound engineer for the venue. Moose Harris, Justin Bennett, and Jan Swift at recording Discover Lafayette at RADER. Located at 902 Johnston Street in downtown Lafayette, Artmosphere has long bee…

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Gollum vs Jan Brady 57:47

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This week, our friends Teri Gamble and Jessica Lynn Verdi join Dave for TV spinoff trivia, improvised song sequels, and movie sequel bidding wars. Teri Gamble would like to plug Horror Movie Survival Guide and Horror X and recommends Today in Gay Jessica Lynn Verdi would like to plug Mission Log: The Orville and recommends Naming Your Little Geek a…

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Celebrating 25 Years of Miles Perret Cancer Services 43:36

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In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we honor the 25th anniversary of Miles Perret Cancer Services, a nonprofit that has supported more than 27,000 families in Acadiana over the years facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. Joining us are Executive Director, Tim Rinaldi and Community Liaison, Sherry Hernandez, two passionate leaders dedicate…

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John Munsell, Author of “Ingrain AI: Strategy Through Execution 1:07:29

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John Munsell, CEO of Bizzuka, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his newly released book, Ingrain AI: Strategy Through Execution, which offers a practical guide for businesses looking to embed AI into their core operations and culture. John Munsell is a true pioneer in the world of AI, having spent over 10,000 hours mastering how businesses can us…

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Shaq Poo vs Rizzy Shakespeare 42:37

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This week, our guests Shanna Christmas and Mangesh Hattikudur join Dave Holmes for some songs about women in interesting places, cornfield horror flicks, and Sanrio character trivia. Shanna Christmas would like to plug her upcoming special Highly Intelligent and her monthly comedy show and recommends The Comedy Reviewers Mangesh Hattikudur would li…

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Lafayette Travel: Celebrating 20 Years of Eat Lafayette & the Culinary Culture of Acadiana 46:09

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Discover Lafayette welcomes Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission’s CEO Ben Berthelot and Jesse Guidry, Vice President of Communications, two of the most passionate advocates for Lafayette’s cultural and culinary identity. “You don’t have to go to a museum to experience our culture – you can be immersed in it. You can eat it, dance with it, an…

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LFT Fiber’s Michael Soileau and Scott Prather 54:53

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Michael Soileau and Scott Prather of LFT Fiber: Bringing Community-Owned Connectivity to Lafayette and Beyond This episode of Discover Lafayette features Michael Soileau, Director of LFT Fiber (formerly LUS Fiber), and Scott Prather, Public Relations Manager for the community-owned fiber utility. Together, they share the powerful story of how Lafay…

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Weezer vs Sappho 50:51

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This week, our guests Riley Silverman and Amy Spalding join Dave Holmes for some cubic trivia, wordcloud karaoke, and tax write off justifications. Riley Silverman would like to plug Tales From The Vortex and recommends The Joy Who Lived Amy Spalding would like to plug On Her Terms and recommends Cover Story by Celia Laskey And finally Dave is on B…

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Team Gleason – 4th Annual Fin Feather Fur Food Festival Fundraiser for People Living with ALS- April 24, 2025 41:27

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Discover Lafayette welcomes Dale Clark, Ursula Quoyeser, and Harriet Hoag to discuss the upcoming 4th annual Fin Feather Fur Food Festival (“F5”). This event raises funds for the Team Gleason Foundation, which supports individuals living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (“ALS”). Team Gleason, through its diverse and broad-reaching programming, br…

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Kiki Frayard – Founder of Kiki, Children’s Book Author, Philanthropist, Lafayette Icon 46:14

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Discover Lafayette is thrilled to welcome Kiki Frayard, founder of Kiki, a boutique store known for its exquisite selection of fine jewelry, fragrances, handbags, and other carefully curated items from designers across the world. While Kiki is known for offering unique designs, Kiki says, “Anybody can walk in to buy fun or lower price point jewelry…

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King vs Rebels 42:09

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This week our friends Oscar Montoya and Mike Drucker join Dave for some garbled videogame tunes, Wario-ized celebrities, and videogame movie trivia. Mike Drucker would like to plug Good Game No Rematch and recommends Two Point Museum Oscar Montoya would like to plug Eurovangelists and Drag Her! and recommends Infinity Nikki And finally Dave is on B…

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Chris Cook, General Manager of KLFY – TV 10

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In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome Chris Cook, General Manager of KLFY-TV 10. With years of experience in the broadcasting industry both locally and nationally, Chris is at the forefront of delivering the news, weather, and community stories that matter most to Acadiana. Under his leadership, KLFY continues to evolve in the digital a…

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UNLOCKED: Troubled Waters x Secretly Incredibly Fascinating BoCo 2023 41:12

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For MaxFunDrive 2025 we thought it'd be fun to release an older piece of bonus content from behind the paywall! Enjoy!By Maximum Fun

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MaxFunDrive 2025 Bonus Preview! 6:27

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Here's a little sneak peek at this year's bonus content! It's a Motivational Speeches special, featuring a ton of MaxFun favorites! If you'd like to hear the rest, go on over to maximumfun.org/join and become a member TODAY! It's the MaxFunDrive, the one time of year where your dollar goes the furthest! Get great gifts and support the shows you lov…

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Pasadena vs Luxembourg 58:36

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It's MaxFunDrive time again!!! If you like Troubled Waters and want to support the show, become a member of Maximum Fun! You can join for as low as $5/month and get access to some great bonus content from us and every show on Maximum Fun! This week, MaxFun hosts Allan McLeod and Dimitry Pompee join Dave for some celebrity name bidding, Shrek recast…

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BONUS: Dave Holmes hosts MFD Spring Break 1:19:17

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It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea…

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Taking a break! See you for season 3! 0:34

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Hi everybody and thanks for listening to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. , I hope that this podcast has helped you to think about why you drink, to realise that you're not a weirdo, not alone, and to consider the possibility of the alternative option of life without booze. I'm taking a break for a while from the podcast But I'll be back for season thre…

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Vic and Beckie - Sober, Alcohol free stories and removing the moody effect! 28:39

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Hi everybody and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I'll talk to Beckie. Beckie, like many, noticed her drinking was changing over the years and what was once fun became a bit dark. , fed up of the moderation roller coaster, and the moody effects her drink choice was having on her, she gave up trying to dr…

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Fred Reggie, Author of the soon to be released “Tell Me: How to Initiate and Nurture Meaningful Conversations With Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime” 37:33

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Fred Reggie is the author of the soon-to-be-released book, Tell Me: How to Initiate and Nurture Meaningful Conversations with Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime. Throughout his career, Fred has worked with Fortune 500 companies and service organizations across the U.S., helping leaders cultivate meaningful connections and drive success. Fred Reggie is an ex…

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Improving American Sociology (w/Bradley Campbell, Jukka Savolainen, & Jacob Mackey) 1:12:29

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This episode of the Utterly Moderate Podcast deals with liberal bias in higher education and what to do about it, with a specific focus on the field of sociology. According to Gallup, a strong majority (68%) of Americans believe that higher education is headed in the wrong direction. Barely more than a third (36%) of Americans express a high level …

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Denise Giosa – Special Events Coordinator at Warehouse 535 1:05:07

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Denise Giosa: A Journey in Fashion and Events Denise Giosa’s journey in the world of fashion and events began while she was still in high school, when she joined the Junior Fashion Board at D.H. Holmes in Baton Rouge. It was during this time that she met Beth Phillips, a wonderful mentor who played a significant role in shaping her career. Recogniz…

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Vic and Dupe - Sober, alcohol free stories and the truth that set her free! 37:49

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Hi everyone and welcome to Sober Alcohol Free Stories. I'm Victoria and I don't drink. Today I'll talk to Dupe. Dupe from the outside appeared to be winning at life, the family, the house, the job health, but she felt that something was missing. It just wasn't quite right. After deciding to try a 21 day alcohol free challenge, Dupe realized that …