All things children's literature. Booktalks, book reviews, interviews and much more. Hosted by the Aberdeen Elementary School Library Media Specialist Mrs. Brooks-Day.
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Welcome to the Snazzy & Sage Podcast—a bold, uplifting show for anyone ready to reinvent themselves with style, confidence, and purpose. Hosted by Dr. Kerry Szymanski—style and confidence coach, educator, and founder of Snazzy & Sage—this podcast features real conversations with remarkable people redefining what it means to thrive in their next chapter. Whether it’s launching a business, rediscovering identity, dating with confidence, or embracing creativity later in life, our guests share i ...
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Tim & Deb Smith: Love, Writing, and Second Chances
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9:39What happens when two high school sweethearts reconnect after four decades? For Tim and Deb Smith, the answer is a renewed love story that blossomed into marriage, creative partnership, and a completely new chapter as authors. In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Tim, "Mr. Smith", who was one of my high school English teachers at Victor Senio…
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From Satire to Santa: The Wonderfully Interesting Life of Clark Brooks
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15:04Join me as I sit down with comedian, writer, Santa, ordained wedding officiant — and all-around creative force — Clark Brooks. From his early days discovering comedy through Saturday Night Live to building the satirical powerhouse Tampa News Force, Clark shares how reinvention, curiosity, and saying “yes” to new experiences have shaped every chapte…
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ENT Physician by Day, Comedian by Night: Dr. Vien “Comic Doc” Phommachanh
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16:21By day, Dr. Vien Phommachanh is an ENT (Ears, Nose & Throat) physician in Sarasota. By night, he’s “Comic Doc,” a stand-up comedian who’s performed across the U.S. and internationally, appeared on CBS, and released the Dry Bar Comedy special Open Up and Say Ha. In this Snazzy & Sage episode, Vien shares how embracing creativity opened new doors—fro…
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From Microsoft to Meaningful Service: Keith Partington’s Journey
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Mrs. Kathy Houser: Art, Entrepreneurship & Aging with Joy
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16:48In this special Snazzy & Sage Podcast episode, host Dr. Kerry reconnects with her second-grade art teacher, Mrs. Kathy Houser, for a heartfelt full-circle conversation. Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Houser became a school principal, gallery director, and tea room owner before reinventing herself as a fashion entrepreneur. Today, she designs and sells …
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Carl Guerra: Comedy, Cruise Ships, and Life on Stage
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16:18In this episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with comedian Carl Guerra, whose career spans from New York’s iconic comedy clubs to cruise ship stages around the world. Carl has opened for icons like Julio Iglesias, Joan Rivers, Paul Anka, and the Four Tops, and has entertained audiences everywhere from country clubs to corporate…
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Hair Trends, Color & Aging Gracefully with Hair Stylist, Joyce Bisbo
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17:09Hair trends, styling realities, and real-talk about aging with joy — Salon Bello’s hair stylist Joyce Bisbo joins Snazzy & Sage for a warm, practical conversation about how to make your hair work for you at every stage of life. Joyce breaks down wearable trends (from textured bobs to softer mullets), thoughtful approaches to short vs. long hair as …
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Ageless Style Secrets with Dr. Andrew Burnstine
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13:59Fashion should be fun, empowering, and ageless! In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry Szymanski chats with Dr. Andrew Burnstine, also known as “Dr. Fashion”—a professor, fashion commentator, and style expert—about how to refresh your look with confidence and timeless style. Together, they explore: How to translate runway…
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Kathy McSteen – Reinventing Life Through Comedy and Courage
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15:01What if laughter could heal, empower, and transform your life? In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with Kathy McSteen—comedian, playwright, and producer—whose story is a testament to resilience and reinvention. From navigating personal loss, cancer, and divorce to finding her calling on stage, Kathy shares ho…
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Amazon Success, Small Business and Wellness – Entrepreneur Theo Prodromitis
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14:18In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry Szymanski welcomes Theo Prodromitis—award-winning CEO, Amazon entrepreneur, author, and passionate small business advocate. From launching her first ventures to becoming an early Amazon success story and even testifying before Congress on behalf of small business owners, Theo’s entre…
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America’s Most Hilarious Teacher – Mike Rivera on Comedy and Teaching
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16:54Mike Rivera is a stand-up comedian and teacher whose career proves that humor and heart go hand in hand. After decades of award-winning comedy and classroom experience, he won America’s Most Hilarious Teacher on ABC’s The View. A regular on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, Mike has also performed on HBO, SHOWTIME, and stages worldwide, bringing clev…
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Dating with Purpose – Carol Copeland on Confidence, Clarity and Love Later in Life
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19:59Dating can be intimidating—especially if it’s been a while. But confidence? That never goes out of style. In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry talks with Carol Copeland, a relationship coach and author of I Am A Wife. Together, they explore how to date with intention, show up authentically, and embrace…
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Makeup Tips for Mature Skin – Carole Girman on Beauty at Any Age
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10:51Join Dr. Kerry on the Snazzy & Sage Podcast as she chats with Carole Girman, a makeup expert with over 35 years in the beauty industry. Carole has worked with prestigious brands like Chanel, Dior, IT Cosmetics, Mally Beauty, and Lancôme, alongside beauty icons Mally Roncal and Jamie Kern Lima. Passionate about empowering women, Carole shares expert…
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HSN Host, Comedy and Reinvention – Tom Wise on Humor and Hustle
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11:19In this thoughtful episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with Tom Wise—longtime HSN host, comedian, and entrepreneur—to explore a career defined by creativity, adaptability, and reinvention. Tom shares how an unexpected opportunity at the Home Shopping Network (HSN) launched his on-air career, how he later discovered stand-up co…
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Attitude is Altitude – Author & Screenwriter Deni B. Sher on Reinvention
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11:02Every chapter of Deni B. Sher’s life tells a story of reinvention—and in this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, she shares it all. Dr. Kerry sits down with Deni—an author, screenwriter, playwright, and actor—who proves it’s never too late to chase your creativity or start a new chapter. From starting a computer business as a single mo…
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From Magician to Comedian – Al Callus on Reinvention and Laughter
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18:56In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry sits down with Al Callus—a lifelong magician turned stand-up comedian—who proves it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. From discovering magic at age 10 in New York City to performing for audiences nationwide, Al’s journey is filled with creativity, courage, and transformation. He…
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Confidence & Currents: A Yacht Chef’s Guide to Reinvention with Rebecca Gormley
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12:32In this inspiring episode of the Snazzy & Sage Podcast, Dr. Kerry chats with Rebecca Gormley—yacht chef, yacht broker, and founder of Bex, an all-natural skincare line created for sensitive skin and sun-drenched lifestyles. Rebecca’s journey is a bold story of reinvention. She left behind cold Philadelphia winters for sunny Fort Lauderdale, became …
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Introducing Snazzy & Sage – Style, Confidence and Reinvention
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3:30Welcome to the Snazzy & Sage Podcast—your go-to show for style, confidence, and reinvention at any age. In this short kickoff episode, host Dr. Kerry Szymanski shares why she created Snazzy & Sage, who this podcast is for, and what you can expect in upcoming episodes. Whether you’re navigating a big life transition, building confidence, or simply l…
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Review of Blended by Sharon Draper and the Epic adventures of Huggie and Stick by Drew Daywalt.
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