최고 Appalachias Voice 팟캐스트 (2024)

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Season 5: Episode 5 -- Jan Allen Ackley: From Appalachia to successful finance exec-- Lessons Learned 30:30

5d ago30:30

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Go ahead and text me! Jan Allen Ackley, author of "Searching for Change," shares his journey from growing up in impoverished rural Ohio to becoming a successful corporate finance executive. He highlights the impact of mentors who guided him and the transformative experience of joining the Air Force. Ackley emphasizes the importance of leadership, a…

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#28 Check It Out: Heart Health at Petersburg Public Library 31:23

7d ago31:23

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In this episode of CommonHealth, guest host Rae Carkhuff talks with three wonderful guests about the Check It Out program at Petersburg Public Libraries. Join Rae along with Robin Gahan from the American Heart Association, Tabitha Goode of Molina Healthcare of Virginia, and Tera James of Central Virginia Health Services, Inc., as they discuss heart…

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"Hillbilly" and an Interview with Journalist and Documentary Filmmaker Ashley York 43:22

9d ago43:22

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What did you think of this episode? In this episode, I explore the word "hillbilly" with native Kentuckian and documentary filmmaker Ashley York, who co-directed the award-winning film by the same name in 2018. I talk about the history of the word first, and then Ashley and I discuss what it was like to return to central Appalachia to interview fam…

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The Meaning of "Redneck" and Its Role in the U.S. Labor Movement 25:25

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What did you think of this episode? Redneck. Hillbilly. White Trash. These are some of the class-based words used to describe people of Appalachia. But did you know that redneck, in particular, has a very special meaning associated with red bandanas worn in solidarity by striking coal miners? Included is an excerpted interview from 1974 with coal m…

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Season 5. Episode 4. How Anabel Tonkovic left a corporate career and became an energy healer 54:12

30d ago54:12

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Go ahead and text me! Anabel's journey is a fascinating one. She left a successful career in corporate communications to pursue a career in energy healing using tools like Reiki, astrology, and sound. On the way, she reconnected with her ancestry and lineage and even named her company Nuna, which means 'soul' in the Quechua language. In her own wor…

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Appalachia's Scottish Roots and the Influences of Scots Gaelic 47:43

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What did you think of this episode? Musician and storyteller Jack Beck, a native of Dunfermline, Scotland, joins me in this episode to talk about his homeland's cultural connection to the Appalachian region. He'll tell us about: how Scots-English came to be part of the Appalachian dialect (in our surnames, occupational names, and place names, for e…

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A Conversation with Barbara Kingsolver Part II 1:04:36

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What did you think of this episode? In this continuation of the Barbara Kingsolver episodes, the eastern Kentucky native gives her last talk on her novel, Demon Copperhead on the campus of The University of Virginia's College at Wise, following our discussion in Part I. She reads from the opening scene of the novel; talks about the places that insp…

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A Conversation with Pulitzer Winning Author of Demon Copperhead Barbara Kingsolver (Part 1) 46:29

2M ago46:29

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What did you think of this episode? In this first of two episodes with the author of Demon Copperhead, Barbara Kingsolver says she is "bringing Demon home" in her last talk about the novel. She discusses her love of her Appalachian language, how the novel began at the desk of Charles Dickens, and her research into foster care, football, and addicti…

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Mountain Lake Lodge in Southwest Virginia: History, Mystery, and Hollywood 24:45

2M ago24:45

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What did you think of this episode? Join us as we spend a weekend at beautiful Mountain Lake Lodge in this Appalachian Places and Spaces episode. Hear about the history of the lodge, dating back to the 1700's, and why the property was once known as "Salt Pond." We'll fast forward to the 1980's to find out how directors of the classic Dirty Dancing …

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#27 On the Move With Mission Mobile Medical 57:26

2M ago57:26

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Join host Tracy Douglas as she talks with Travis LeFever and Brad Watson of Mission Mobile Medical. This organization creates mobile healthcare units at a fraction of the typical cost. Listen as Travis and Brad discuss their “why” and their passion for providing healthcare to all communities, especially the ones who might not have access to the car…

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The Origin of "Dog Days" and Its Folklore, and the Southern Appalachian City of Knoxville 32:47

2M ago32:47

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What did you think of this episode? Dog Days has begun, and I'm exploring the origins of this 16th century phrase. Did you know the season from July 3rd to August 11 coincides with Sirius, or Canis Major (in the shape of a dog) of the Orion Constellation? Joining me in this episode is Shallon Payne of The Appalachian Homestead, whose family-for gen…

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Season 5. Episode 3 Whitney Ellis talks about being a money life coach and how you are enough 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Go ahead and text me! Whitney and I met in person at a networking group event and I just liked her and her spirit right away. She has a fascinating story about making a major career change after 12 years as a very successful TV producer in New York City. She realized she was burnt out and wanted something that fed her soul and helped others. She fo…

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The Tradition of Prayer Cloths, and the Only Town in Appalachia That's Named "Appalachia" 10:17

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What did you think of this episode? Prayer cloths are symbols of a deep and widespread faith that has been in Appalachia since its settlement. From simple squares to quilts to shawls, prayers are embedded in the fibers, along with a promise that faith has healing power. Learn about the practice of prayer cloths, the verses that may inspire them, an…

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Special Solo Episode: Who were you at 8 years old? Is it time to bring some of her back? 6:21

3M ago6:21

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Go ahead and text me! One of my favorite exercises in the Cathy Heller Zoom meetings leading up to her Podcasting class that I took was she asked us all a question: "Who were you when you were 8 years old?" There were many cool answers in the meeting chat that day! Cathy encouraged us to find a photo of ourselves when we were 8 and put it on our de…

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Season 5. Episode 2. How logical ex-lawyer Kristen Swinehart became "The Flying Medium" 37:01

3M ago37:01

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Go ahead and text me! She is an attorney. She worked in NYC booking comedians. She tried a bunch of things and ended up discovering that she is actually a medium. And she is a flight attendant, hence "The Flying Medium." Recently, she has discovered that she can channel the archangel Raphael. She especially enjoys doing group sessions and because o…

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The word "Holler," Lightning Bug or Firefly, and Spellcheck by Anne Shelby 19:17

3M ago19:17

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What did you think of this episode? Those of us who grew up in a "holler" know that they can be deep, dark valleys or winding roads between hills. But did you know holler also refers to yodeling, calling, yelling? And if you've never heard "holler down a rainbarrel" you might be surprised to learn what it means. We'll also explore the Americanism "…

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The Myth of Isolation in Appalachia 26:01

3M ago26:01

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What did you think of this episode? We know modern Appalachia isn't isolated, so why do people keep using that word to describe a region that includes 13 states and 25 million people? This episode is a commentary on the origins of isolation (the word and the concept), how that perception became grounded over the years, why it couldn't be more untru…

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Season 5. Ep 1:Therese "Tee" Forton-Barnes teaches us easy ways to detox our homes and bodies! 37:27

3M ago37:27

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Go ahead and text me! Therese is a Healthy Home Advocate with Cancer Prevention in Mind; owner of The Green Living Gurus, LLC and Tee’s Organics. Podcast Host of Green Living with Tee. She helps people make the switch from harmful chemicals to healthier alternatives. She shares that "One of the most significant benefits of adopting a low-tox lifest…

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'Eye Dialect' as a Contributor to Stereotype and Michael Montgomery's Research on the Written Dialect of 18th Century Documents 9:26

4M ago9:26

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What did you think of this episode? Early authors used "eye dialect," or a deliberate misspelling of words that doesn't change how they sound (like "tu" for "to" or "uv" for "of.") This literary practice, based on the authors' observations of what they heard people say, was to make their Appalachian characters seem foolish or uneducated. This use o…

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Season 5: Solo episode -- On banning books (facing people's fears) 7:24

4M ago7:24

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Go ahead and text me! This is a short one, about a subject I have been involved in here locally in my state. I noticed when I was at recent Board of Ed meeting that both sides of the book banning argument were hostile, overly emotional, polarizing. I want peaceful conflict transformation. Somehow. I forgot to mention in the episode that our school …

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Season 4.Episode 15.Greg Lawrence on the power of psychedelic integration to heal trauma 21:59

4M ago21:59

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Go ahead and text me! Greg Lawrence had experimented with psychedelics such as psilocybin before and had some great insights. But afterwards, he found that his behaviors did not change and the effects did not "stick." It wasn't until he learned about psychedelic integration that he found meaningful change and healing. Soon, he was participating in …

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Talking Cherokee, Resilience and Devotion 41:47

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What did you think of this episode? A Cherokee language revival is underway, thanks to the efforts of the Cherokee Nation and their communities in Oklahoma and western North Carolina. The story of Cherokee language history and the work to create Cherokee language schools and immersion communities are told in the award-winning documentary, We Will S…

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Lola Tomlinson 27:46

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Scott Sikes speaks with Phil Blevins about Lola Tomlinson's oral history. This aired on WEHC, May 1, 2024.저자 WEHC

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Goodridge Wilson 24:28

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Scott Sikes speaks with Jenna Lee Vargus about Jenna Lee Vargus' oral history. This aired on WEHC, April 24, 2024.저자 WEHC

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The Burial Ground in the Woods Part II 28:48

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What did you think of this episode? How do ghosts speak through their artifacts? As we continue the story of the burial ground in the woods, I'm joined by Dr. Angela Washington, my co-researcher and family. We talk about the chilling death portrait that proved to be our starting point, the coverlet supposedly woven by enslaved women linking the lan…

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Robert Lampkins part 2 26:57

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Scott Sikes speaks with Mary Lampkins about Robert Lampkin's oral history. This aired on WEHC, April 17, 2024.저자 WEHC

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Season 4. Episode 14: Renzo del Castillo: From Peru to America, a poet's journney 42:52

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Go ahead and text me! Renzo's family was threatened when they lived in Peru by members of The Shining Path. Their lives were threatened repeatedly and even one of their nannies was found out to be a member of the terrorist organization. They had to leave everything they knew behind and start all over in America. They went from upper middle class in…

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The Burial Ground in the Woods 32:45

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What did you think of this episode? What secrets does a 19th century burial ground hold, when the stones have no words or dates, and family folklore says they belonged to enslaved people? In this episode, I'm joined by William Isom II of Black in Appalachia, my co-researcher on this burial ground project for the past ten years. For almost two centu…

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#26 Myth-Busting Misconceptions About Appalachia 36:46

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On this episode of CommonHealth, Tracy along with her guests, Dr. Theresa Burriss (Emory & Henry College), Jane Sage, FNP, and Dr. Paige Billman (Tri-Area Community Health), shed light on the diverse and dynamic nature of Appalachia. Together, they dispute the monolithic stereotype of Appalachian culture and delve into the intricacies of Appalachia…

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Robert Lampkins, part 1 27:01

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Scott Sikes speaks with Mary Lampkins about Robert Lampkin's oral history. This aired on WEHC, April 10, 2024.저자 WEHC

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Talking Appalachian in Ireland 24:25

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What did you think of this episode? Join us in beautiful Ireland where we learn about a town with two names (Londonderry/Derry), an Irishman's take on "hillbilly," familiar words and pronunciations, and a primitive alphabet inspired by trees. Muein Mystery School Adventures Get more from an audio drama than simply escapism. Listen on: Apple Podcast…

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Nancy Fullen, part 2 32:37

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Scott Sikes speaks with Kathy Shearer about Nancy Fullen's oral history. This aired on WEHC, April 3, 2024.저자 WEHC

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Season 4. Episode 13: Susan Glenney: From Hospitality career to author who empowers women 36:45

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Go ahead and text me! Susan Glenney is a gentle soul whose story includes some horrific childhood trauma. She has made her way through that and teaches us a little about her methods in this interview. She started in the Hospitality field and was doing that work for years but the "writing bug" bit her and wouldn't let go....she became an author and …

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#25 Myth-Busting Nutrition with VCHA Dietitian, Adrienne Harden 40:24

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On this enlightening episode of CommonHealth, host Tracy Douglas chats with VCHA's Nutritionist and Registered Dietician, Adrienne Harden. Adrienne shares her knowledge and hacks on how to have a balanced, nutritious diet, and myth-busts what we think we know about eating well. She also teaches listeners how to stop feeling guilt or shame after eat…

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Nancy Fullen, part 1 29:19

6M ago29:19

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Scott Sikes speaks with Kathy Shearer about Nancy Fullen's oral history. This aired on WEHC, March 27, 2024.저자 WEHC

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The Woodcarver 25:45

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What did you think of this episode? The sisters remembered her "witchy" looking dolls, but they were forever haunted by that one day when the woodcarver's knife nearly took their mother's life. In this episode, I retell a chilling story told to me by my great-grandmother and her sisters...one that has given me nightmares. But it's also a story abou…

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Season 4. Episode 12 How Deece Casillas went from high paid consultant to successful comedian 54:30

6M ago54:30

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Go ahead and text me! Deece always loved comedy, in fact he would fake being asleep in the floor while his parents fell asleep on the couch so that he could stay up and watch comedy on TV. Growing up in a California neighborhood better known for its gangs than anything else made life harder for him and he got swept up in the gang life for a while. …

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#24 Supporting the Mental Health and Well-Being of Our Providers With Melina Davis 39:49

6M ago39:49

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In this episode of CommonHealth, Tracy talks with Melina Davis, CEO of the Medical Society of Virginia (MSV), about the SafeHaven Program, which supports the needs of clinicians struggling with stress, burnout, and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen as Melina discusses why this program is necessary, and the wonders it's working for medica…

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Season 4. Episode 11 -- Meet Trent Brock-- 3 time cancer survivor-- hear his incredible story of strength and resilience 52:40

7M ago52:40

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Go ahead and text me! Originally from the Deep South Louisiana, Trent considers himself a little rough-around-the-edges Southern gentleman! He’s a world traveler and small business international entrepreneur who introduced, owns and operates a kettle corn manufacturing business in New Zealand over thirteen years. Hei is also a 3x cancer survivor! H…

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#23 Prostate Cancer – From Screening to Treatment, With Dr. Mark Fleming 31:38

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In this episode of CommonHealth, Tracy talks with Dr. Mark Fleming, a board-certified medical oncologist, about the importance of getting screened and tested for prostate cancer. Dr. Fleming offers insight into his personal connection to the disease, emphasizing his mission to provide state-of-the-art care for the vulnerable communities served by c…

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Voices from Appalachia-beginning March 2024 0:42

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Voices from Appalachia-beginning March 2024 The show will broadcast on WEHC Emory and WISE-FM Wise, Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.저자 WEHC

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What Two Letters a Century Apart Tell Us About the Writers' Home Voices 29:06

7M ago29:06

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What did you think of this episode? Listen to the voice of John Gregory, a Civil War infantryman writing home from a cold, February campsite in 1862, a year before he would die at Gettysburg. Then, listen to the voice of Cordia Nichols, a woman diagnosed with tuberculosis in 1959 and recovering in the Catawba Sanitorium. John's letter allows us to …

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#22 Voices From the Commonwealth: Katie Collett's Journalism Journey 49:40

7M ago49:40

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In our latest episode, Tracy Douglas, VCHA's CEO, welcomes WAVY-TV (Channel 10) morning and midday news anchor, Katie Collett, who shares her journey from being a small-town girl with dreams of journalism to a prominent news reporter - an inspiring story about overcoming obstacles, connecting with and reporting on a diverse, rural community, and th…

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Three Reasons Why You Can be Proud of Your Dialect (Plus a Discussion of 'Sworp' and 'Watch for Deer') 18:24

7M ago18:24

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What did you think of this episode? If you've ever found yourself in the position of having to defend your accent or dialect, or if you're an educator who wants to support your students' home voices but you're not sure whether you can do that while teaching standard English, this one is for you. We'll cover three (among many) justifications for App…

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Season 4. Episode 10 James Guzzetta on sudden loss and how he completely changed his life and work (includes interesting Spiritual Shamanic discussion) 53:47

7M ago53:47

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Go ahead and text me! As a man who switched up his whole life and career, James Guzzetta has an interesting story to share. He had whole careers in IT and later running medical device companies (CEO of 2 of them), but a sudden loss of his business partner and friend caused him to let go of his old life and embrace a new way of working with and coac…

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Season 4. Episode 9. How Neurodivergent Spoken Word Artist Traci Neal helps the world 20:35

8M ago20:35

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Go ahead and text me! Talking with Spoken Word Artist Traci Neal is like breathing in a breath of fresh air. She is warm and full of energy. I listened to her spoken word poetry and it was the same, it pulses with a lifeforce that I believe is, as she claims, spiritually channeled. The way Traci puts it is: "As a poet, I cannot come up with this po…

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A Conversation with Pulitzer Winning Southern Writer Rick Bragg (Part II) 24:48

8M ago24:48

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What did you think of this episode? In Part II of my conversation with one of my favorite writers, Pulitzer-winning southern writer and journalist Rick Bragg, he talks about some of the news stories that haunt him. He also gives both teachers and students his best advice for becoming a journalist or novelist...what to do and definitely what not to …

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A Conversation with Pulitzer Winning Southern Writer Rick Bragg (Part I) 42:26

8M ago42:26

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What did you think of this episode? Author Rick Bragg is a true storyteller. Though his work as a Pulitzer-winning journalist at the New York Times took him all over the world, the Alabama native came back home in his memoir writing. His books such as Ava's Man (my favorite), All Over But the Shoutin' (another favorite) The Best Cook in the World (…

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Season 4. Episode 8 -- Brittany Johnson shares how to stop sabotaging yourself 31:22

8M ago31:22

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Go ahead and text me! I can tell that Brittany is a great therapist, because she puts you at ease and is so easy to talk to! I learned a lot and enjoyed our interview. Brittany learned at an early age the positive benefits of setting intention and setting goals. As a young adult Brittany used those skills to go back to college and get her bachelors…

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New Year's Eve Superstitions and Foods, Old Christmas, and the Word "Untelling" 12:38

9M ago12:38

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What did you think of this episode? It's "untelling" what 2024 will bring, but in this episode we'll talk about why you should eat black- eyed peas on New Year's Eve, why you shouldn't do housework on New Year's Day, and why some people refuse to take down their trees until Old Christmas on January 6th. We'll also explore the word "untelling," our …

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