Alex Parker and Meredith Root’s Afternoon Snack Podcast invites you to join in on conversations where science, culture, and philosophy meet practical personal advice and experience that everyone needs to hear. They ask the big and small questions to get you thinking while injecting a hefty amount of personal experience and banter as partners in life, business, and sport. New episodes every Wednesday.
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In the South, food and music go hand in hand. They define much of what we think of as Southern culture, and they say a lot about our past, our present, and our future. Each week, Sid Evans, Editor in Chief of Southern Living, sits down with musicians, chefs, and other Southern icons to hear the stories of how they grew up, what inspires them, and why they feel connected to the region. Through honest conversations, Sid explores childhood memories, the family meals they still think about, and ...
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Talk time is where Meredith McCarthy and Teresa Saunders talk about everything to do with hypnosis and working as a clinical hypnotherapist. We discuss new topics every week. This is part of the NZACH the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy. www.nzach.ac.nz
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The Running Explained Podcast is your go-to resource for actionable insights, expert tips, and motivating advice to help you become the best runner you can be. Hosted by multi-certified run coach & experienced runner Coach Elisabeth, this podcast takes a science-backed approach to running, offering practical strategies for runners at all stages of their journey. Whether you're struggling with injury, wondering how to fuel your long runs, or trying to nail your race day strategy, we've got yo ...
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The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, just scroll back a few weeks or use the search function to find a specific artist.
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Ever had an Oh Crap moment? Learn business secrets of crisis management and prevention from Meredith and Frank - crisis management experts with over 40 years combined experience. Join us as we explore, dissect, and get to the root cause of current scandals in the news. Whether it's your CEO sleeping with his secretary, the manager embezzling funds, or a total product meltdown - we'll tell you how to keep your business running and come out on top. Visit www.me2-solutions.com for more free cri ...
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The power of conversation is lost. There’s nothing better than sitting down for a natter with your mate and putting the world to rights. Well in this podcast, that’s exactly what Amanda Thebe will be doing. She really gets to know her guests, warts and all! She is a force of nature for women in midlife who want real-life honest conversations about the challenges, the thrills and the opportunities that await us in midlife and beyond. In each episode Amanda leaves no stone unturned, getting de ...
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Eavesdrop on real, vulnerable, intimate conversations with award-winning artists, best-selling authors, CEOs and execs you can’t get anywhere else – like listening to two good friends talking over a cup of tea or glass of wine. We go deep.
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Make Time for Success is a podcast designed for busy people who are ready to improve not just their productivity, but also their self-esteem and self-confidence. If you’re looking for the secrets to making productivity feel light and easy rather than something you want to run from, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, psychologist and Procrastination Coach Dr. Christine Li shares effective tips and strategies to help you start building your most joyful, creative, and abundant life. ...
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Understanding Regression in Hypnotherapy: Healing the Inner Child & Accessing Root Causes
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21:00Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy—your space for deep and meaningful conversations about clinical hypnotherapy. In today’s episode, we explore the powerful and transformative process of regression therapy. What is regression in hypnotherapy? How does it work? And why is it so effective in healing childhood wounds, uncoverin…
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s5/e20 How to Run Around The Whole World with Marie Leautey
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1:19:06What would happen if you decided to just… run around the world? No, seriously. That’s what Marie Leautey did. She’s only the second woman in history to complete a verified World Run—crossing four continents, coast to coast, on foot. She pushed a stroller (not with a baby - important note), slept in a tent, dodged kangaroos, used bear spray in Monta…
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8 Distractions You Can Ditch Today for Better Focus
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18:58Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ready to stop getting distracted and feel more accomplished every day? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares eight surprisingly simple habits that might be keeping you from your goals—and how you can break free from them quickly. With relatable stories an…
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Expectations vs. Reality: The Calgary Marathon, Dusty Bandita, and Truck Camping
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1:05:42In this episode, Alex and Meredith discuss the challenges and learnings from their recent endurance endeavours including the Calgary Marathon and The Dusty Bandita. They dive into the importance of managing expectations, the experience of balancing multiple sports, and the lessons learned from both the successes and the setbacks. — Alex’s Calgary M…
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Taming the Mind Monster: Everyday Strategies to Reduce Anxiety
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24:59Send us a text “Talk Time: Working to Reduce Anxiety” Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in overthinking? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay there. In this Talk Time episode, I share powerful, practical tools you can start using today to calm your nervous system, retrain your mind, and create a daily ritual for inner peace. Hi, I’m M…
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Emily Ann Roberts Is One Part Yeehaw, One Part Meemaw
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54:28Emily Ann Roberts grew up in Karns, Tennessee, just outside of Knoxville, with hardworking parents who had deep roots in both faith and music. She went to the church her great-grandfather founded more than a century ago— the same place where she sang in public for the very first time. Her dad introduced her to the rougher side of music, too, playin…
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s5/e19 How to Think Like A Runner with Jeff Horowitz
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1:21:43This week I’m joined by Jeff Horowitz—"recovering attorney" turned running coach, author of Think Like a Runner, and someone who’s run over 200 marathons (yes, really!). Jeff shares stories from his global racing adventures (including an ultramarathon in Cairo where he was chased by wild dog s), his journey back from a devastating femur fracture, a…
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How to Finally Do the Thing You’ve Been Avoiding
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15:18Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Have you ever found yourself avoiding that one nagging task on your to-do list, no matter how much it weighs on your mind? In this special, interactive episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li takes you step-by-step through a powerful exercise to t…
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Unbound Gravel 2025: Conquering the 200-Mile Race
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1:05:08In this episode, Meredith shares her firsthand experience racing the Unbound 200, the biggest gravel race in the world. From unexpected mechanical issues to the mental grit required to push through the miles, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to finish a race of this scale. The conversation dives into the importan…
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Beyond the Trance: The Lasting Power of Post-Hypnotic Suggestion | NZACH Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy
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24:16Send us a text Beyond the Trance: The Lasting Power of Post-Hypnotic Suggestion | NZACH Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy What really happens after a hypnotherapy session? In this episode of Talk Time, Clinical Hypnotherapist and NZACH Founder Meredith McCarthy dives into one of the most powerful tools in the hypnotherapist’s toolbox: post-hypnotic …
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1,055 - The War & Treaty, Johnnyswim, Olivia Ellen Lloyd
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1:45:50This episode was recorded on April 13th, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes The War & Treaty, Johnnyswim, and Olivia Ellen Lloyd. https://bit.ly/4jTLFkuBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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Maggie Rose was born and raised in Potomac, Maryland, where she grew up eating blue crabs, attending Catholic school, and singing solos in front of her church’s congregation. A self-described black sheep of the family, she headed to Clemson University in South Carolina before leaving school early to move to Nashville for a career in music. But it w…
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s5/e18 Mastering the Basics: Run Types + Using Alerts for Better Training
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55:26Let’s get back to basics! In this episode, I’m breaking down the three main types of runs you'll see in your training - easy runs, moderate-intensity workouts like tempo or threshold, and high-intensity speed work - and explaining what each one is actually supposed to do for your fitness. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I running this right?”, this on…
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The Three Essentials for Transforming Your Habits
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17:28Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares insights inspired by hosting her recent Re-Energize Your Home Five Day Challenge, focusing on how to finally break old habits and build new, empowering ones. She explains the three essentials of habit change, why clut…
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All About Build: Our Hypertrophy Program with Tactic Coach Lynsey Martin
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1:16:45In this episode, Alex and Meredith have Tactic coach Lynsey Martin back on the podcast to discuss the nuances of strength and hypertrophy training, and their new program Build. They talk about the science of muscle growth, the importance of training to failure, and the benefits of specialized techniques like blood flow restriction and eccentric ove…
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What’s It Really Like to Be a Clinical Hypnotherapist?
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17:12Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Talk Time, I (Meredith McCarthy) reflect on my 30+ year journey as a clinical hypnotherapist – the highlights, the challenges, and the deep sense of purpose this work brings. Whether you’re thinking about training to become a hypnotherapist, exploring new career pathways, or just curious about what happen…
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Chef Duane Nutter Is Proof That Chefs Can Be Funny
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40:07Duane Nutter spent his first seven years or so in Morgan City, Louisiana, but his mother later moved the family to Seattle in search of schools that could help with his dyslexia. Their new home exposed Duane to a world of international flavors, but his mother never lost her love for Southern food, even going so far as to ship in certain spices and …
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1,058 - Dan Tyminski, Darrell Scott, I Draw Slow, Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert, and Jacob Jolliff Band
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2:35:08This episode was recorded on May 18th, 2025 at Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Dan Tyminski, Darrell Scott, I Draw Slow, Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert, and Jacob Jolliff Band. bit.ly/3HLCyoCBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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s5/e17 An Unwelcome Twist: Everything You Need to Know About Coming Back from Ankle Sprains with Dr. Lauren LaPierre, DPT
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1:23:31An ankle sprain can put a serious crimp in your style, especially when it happens two days before race day. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren LaPierre, physical therapist, running coach, and trusted resource for all things injury rehab, to break down what it actually takes to recover from a sprained ankle and get back to running (properly!)…
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Overcoming Self-Doubt: The Power of Bold Decisions and Imperfect Action with Meredith Marsh
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33:41Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Christine Li sits down with YouTube and video marketing expert Meredith Marsh to unpack the journey of doing things you once thought you’d never do. Meredith shares the personal story behind her meaningful tattoo and how embrac…
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Wyatt Flores is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Stillwater, Oklahoma, who’s making a name for himself in the Red Dirt music scene, building on the musical legacy of his home state. He grew up on a ranch in a working-class family where he was surrounded by musicians, often hearing them play cowboy songs around a campfire. His father, a drummer,…
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1,057 - Medium Build, Susan Werner, Maya de Vitry, The Arcadian Wild, and Them Coulee Boys
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2:19:57This episode was recorded on May 11th, 2025 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Medium Build, Susan Werner, Maya de Vitry, The Arcadian Wild, and Them Coulee Boys. https://bit.ly/4jTLFkuBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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s5/e16 Your Diet Might Not Suck...But the Advice You’ve Heard Might! with Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn, RDN
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1:05:12Are you making food choices based on science… or on social media? I'm joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn, the duo behind the podcast Your Diet Sucks, to unpack the complicated, often confusing world of diet culture in endurance sports. With Zoë’s background in journalism and Kylee’s clinical expertise as a sports dietitian, they team up to challe…
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The Secret Habit That Rewires Your Brain for Success and Confidence
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20:59Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this uplifting episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li shares her favorite habit for breaking through negativity and feeling stuck: celebrating your wins, no matter how small. Drawing from her own experience with group coaching and …
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Navigating Recovery: Tactic Coach Jess Reimche on Life and Fitness Post-Surgery
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1:08:01In this episode of Afternoon Snack, Meredith and Alex welcome back Tactic Nutrition Coach, Jess Reimche to the podcast. Jess shares her recent experiences with hip surgery, recovery, and its impact on her daily life. They cover the psychological and physical challenges of recovery, maintaining a healthy mindset, and the importance of community supp…
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Quitting Vaping or Smoking for Good | Hypnotherapy Tools That Actually Work
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13:35Send us a text Are you ready to quit smoking or vaping — for good? Whether you're stuck in the cycle of nicotine addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode of Talk Time is packed with powerful mindset strategies to help you break free. I’m Meredith McCarthy, Clinical Hypnotherapist and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnot…
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1,056 - Eric Bibb, Moira Smiley & The Rhizome Quartet, Twisted Pine, The McCrary Sisters, and Yasmin Williams
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2:33:58This episode was recorded on May 4th, 2025 at Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Eric Bibb, Moira Smiley & The Rhizome Quartet, Twisted Pine, The McCrary Sisters, and Yasmin Williams. https://bit.ly/3Fsk1NqBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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Encore: Jessica B. Harris Believes in a Welcome Table
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42:14Episode Description: Jessica B. Harris may have been born and raised in New York City, but she has Tennessee roots through her father and has spent much of her life split between homes in the Northeast and the South – specifically New Orleans. For more than fifty years, she has been a college professor, a writer, and a lecturer, and her many books …
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s5/e15 Move Better, Run Faster: The Key to Efficient Running with Samuel Stow
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1:06:39Ever wonder how much your running form really matters? In this episode, ultra runner and coach Sam Stow joins me for a deep, honest, and slightly nerdy conversation about the underrated importance of movement efficiency, body awareness, and technique. We dig into why how you move matters just as much as how far or how fast you go—and how the right …
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Unfreeze Yourself: 7 Powerful Ways to Get Out of the Stuck Zone and Back into Flow
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16:58Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen in place? In this bite-sized episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why our nervous system sometimes makes us freeze—and how it’s actually a protective response, not a personal failing. Christine shar…
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The Art of Recovery: Techniques for Better Training
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1:10:23In this episode, Meredith and Alex discuss personal DIY projects to essential recovery strategies for optimal performance. They explore the importance of nutrition, sleep, and strategic rest, debunk common myths around 'active recovery,' and assess the value of popular recovery tools like cold plunges, saunas, and wearables. — DIY Projects and Chal…
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How I Quit 40 Cigarettes a Day — The Hypnotherapy Breakthrough That Changed My Life
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10:36Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time with me, Meredith McCarthy – Clinical Hypnotherapist and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this special episode for World Smoke Free Day (31 May), I share my personal journey of how I quit smoking 40 cigarettes a day and stayed smoke-free for decades. As a clinical hypnothera…
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Maddie and Tae on Motherhood, Sisterhood, and Stadium Songs
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40:12Maddie Font and Taylor Kerr, better known as Maddie & Tae, are really in the thick of it these days as they balance their ever-growing music careers with their ever-growing families. Both of them now have young kids, even as they find themselves touring, recording, and playing to bigger and bigger crowds. Their new album, Love and Light, not only t…
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s5/e14 Can Mindfulness Make You A Better Runner?
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1:03:19In this episode of the Running Explained podcast, I’m breaking down a fascinating new study on mindfulness and running performance—and why I think this is something every runner needs to hear! I’ll walk you through the research (don’t worry, it’s not boring!), explain how mindfulness training actually rewires your brain (hi, neuroplasticity!), and …
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5 Real Ways to Build Self-Discipline (Without Burning Out or Beating Yourself Up)
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19:08Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. Ready to build self-discipline without the stress and self-criticism? In this episode, Dr. Christine Li shares five compassionate and psychology-backed strategies to help you become more consistent and productive—without burning out. Christine explores how t…
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Introducing the NEW Tactic Functional Fitness App!
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59:35In this episode, Meredith and Alex discuss the launch of their new Tactic Functional Fitness App, highlighting its various features and how it caters to different fitness levels. They dive into the details of their fitness programs, including the Foundations program, daily workouts, and upcoming additions like hypertrophy and HYROX streams. They de…
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Addiction recovery hypnotherapy Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy – World Smoke Free Day Special
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53:53Send us a text First of all, I think I’m a bit of a hypno-geek at heart. I live, breathe, and speak hypnosis all the time. Honestly, my kids and my husband probably think there’s something wrong with me! But the truth is, this work lights me up. After more than 30 years, I still love driving to work just as much as I did on my very first day. In th…
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Valerie June was raised in Humboldt, Tennessee, just north of Jackson, and though she now spends a good deal of time in New York, she still has a place in Humboldt that’s been passed down through her family. In 2018, Valerie was inducted into the Humboldt Hall of Fame, which she calls one of her greatest honors, and she often returns there to write…
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s5/e13 Race Day with Family: How to Travel, Run, and Parent Like a Pro
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1:00:54In this new episode, I’m joined by Running Explained coaches Nick Klastava & Jessie Gruca as we dive into the realities of traveling to races with your family. We chat about everything from balancing carb-loading with kids’ snack schedules to managing the emotions of either bringing your kids along or leaving them at home. You’ll get practical tips…
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From Guilty Pleasure to Self-Care: Embracing Creativity in Everyday Routines with Kate Ward
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31:56Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks. In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li is joined by creative textile artist and arts community leader Kate Ward. Together, they dive into the therapeutic benefits of creativity and how making art—even for just a few minutes a …
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1,054 - Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane
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2:29:27This episode was recorded on April 6th, 2025 at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA. The lineup includes Al Stewart, Livingston Taylor, Sweet Honey In The Rock, The Nighthawks, and Cristina Vane. https://bit.ly/4lWtFIyBy West Virginia Public Broadcasting
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The Science of Capacity: Enhancing Your Mental, Physical, and Emotional Resilience
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1:11:21In this episode, Alex and Meredith dive into the topic of why some people can handle more mental, physical, and emotional load than others. They explore the impact of innate traits like neurodiversity, the influence of upbringing, and the significance of building systems and structures. They also discuss increasing physical endurance through progre…
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Mindfulness and Hypnosis: A Powerful Partnership for Transformation | with Meredith McCarthy
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14:12Send us a text Welcome to Talk Time. I’m Meredith McCarthy, a clinical hypnotherapist and trainer of clinical hypnotherapy at NZACH – the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy. In this episode, we explore the powerful partnership between mindfulness and hypnosis, and how they work hand-in-hand to support emotional healing, reduce stress, and…
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