Winner of national Communicator and W3 Awards: the podcast for people who make progress. Your host: writer, consultant, and national media commentator Spencer Critchley.
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The Business of Marketing podcast discusses how to win in the current marketing landscape. Hosted by A. Lee Judge, Digital Marketing Consultant along with a Mastermind Group of professional marketers. Stay up to date and sharp on your marketing knowledge while learning from these experienced marketers.
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Welcome to Own Your Era—the podcast for women ready to rewrite the rules and take charge of their lives. Hosted by Yolanda Russell, a former ICU RN on a mission to help women embrace living a life that is real, raw, and FREE AF. This is your space to step into your power, live unapologetically, and embrace where you are in life—even if it’s not where you thought you’d be. From building better relationships to breaking free of societal pressures, we dive into the hard conversations that inspi ...
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Social Media Marketing Happy Hour Podcast
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The Social Media Marketing Happy Hour Podcast, hosted by Dawn Marrs and Traci Reuter, empowers entrepreneurs and business owners committed to growth. They dive into digital and social media marketing strategies across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest, and more, helping you broaden your reach, generate more leads, and enhance your revenue. Each episode is jam packed with success tips & nuggets to help you succeed in your entrepreneurial social marketing journey.
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Have you ever felt this pull inside that there's something more for you to be and contribute in this life? Have you ever wondered what your thing is that makes you special and different? Yeah, that was me until I went through my rock bottom when I discovered my husband's addiction and infidelity. At that point, I had two choices - I could let it destroy me, or I could level up. That choice began my road to healing, purpose, redemption and growing in to the woman that Jesus made me to be. I'm ...
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Create a better morning routine in these 4-steps
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8:52Hey Bestie! If you've been listening to the most recent episodes on the podcast, you've probably heard me talk about the WWJD Framework to having better mornings. I figured, I'd break that down in a separate episode for you to help you have more intentional mornings. And don't worry, this isn't about waking up and drinking lemon water before your M…
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The scariest experience I had as a nurse | Meaningful Morning No. 12
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24:12Hey, bestie! I started this live during 'Meaningful Morning,' on March 26th to read John 9, the part where Jesus healed a blind man...and then things took a turn as we dissected the scripture. Before I knew it, I was a bucket of tears, feeling the gratitude for God, when I didn't have faith in a hospital room as a nurse when my life could have been…
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Beating fear & procrastination | Meaningful Morning No. 11
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19:12Bestie, it's time to move your booty and take action. I will be BOLD and say this is an episode to SAVE and come back to when you're struggling to DO THE THING because of fear or procrastination. This was recorded on March 25th live, and where we made the actual shift to 'Meaningful Morning,' vs Baddie & Bibles. Today we are all up in 2 Timothy 1:7…
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Anxiety and faith | How to soothe anxiety with scripture, Matthew 6:25-32 | Meaningful Morning #10
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21:48Hey, bestie! Let's talk about ANXIETY, and not that Doechii song (remember, you are what you consume) 👀 Anyway, if you've been following along with Meaningful Morning, you know I STAN Matthew! So, we're back today and dissecting and discussing what Jesus tells us about anxiety, which essentially is to STOP worrying. I'll also share something else I…
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Get clarity on your purpose - how an accident answered a question | Meaningful Morning #9
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23:57Hey bestie! If you're struggling trying to figure out your purpose, look no further. One day when I went out for a 7.5 mile training run, I accidentally switched on a Youtube, and little did I know that it would bring forth INSANE clarity about purpose. In this episode, I'll break down Myron Golden's perspective on purpose (and the fact that there …
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Love your enemies if you want to be 'different' | Meaningful Morning #8
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19:00Hey bestie! Food for thought - the Bible really tells us not to be Petty Patty, if we listen. And if you're anything like me, that can be hard. But that's exactly why we have to sit with the wisdom in order to be the person that God intended you to be. Today, let's get into LOVING YOUR ENEMIES TOO. PHEWWWIE! Let's breakdown Matthew 5:43-48 and get …
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Jesus loved sinners so don't be afraid to talk to God | Meaningful Morning #7
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8:10Welcome back, bestie- if you're bingeing these episodes, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Today, I want to offer you a reminder that Jesus doesn't need you to be perfect and that he loved and helped EVERYONE. This was originally recorded live on IG and Facebook, March 21st, early in the morning for 'Meaningful Morning.' I love you! “And as Jesus rec…
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Taming your tongue aka watch yo mouth | Meaningful Morning #6
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21:35Hey bestie! Today, let's talk about your mouth and how you're using it. Plus, why when we open our mouths for any reason that we are subjected to judgement. I'll break down the WWJD Method I use to have a more meaningful morning too. This was originally recorded live on March 20th during 'Baddie & Bibles,' which I'll eventually rename to 'Meaningfu…
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You're born to be bold and unapologetically YOU | Meaningful Morning #5
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42:02Bestie, it's time to stop playing small and get over that feeling of being 'too much.' Jesus literally GAVE YOU PERMISSION to SHINE BRIGHT, so like...girl, let's do that! This was originally recorded on March 19th on 'Baddies and Bibles.' A mini series where I've been going live on IG and Facebook and sharing a scripture and a little motivation for…
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How God wants you to treat others | Meaningful Morning #4
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8:35Bestie - this is a Word, okay?! Today, we're in James, Chapter 2 - The Sin of Partiality - this one really calls us UP to how we treat others (and call us out on potential hypocrisy) . This was originally recorded on March 18, 2025, during 'Baddies and Bibles' a live mini series originally recorded on the Gram. Disclaimer: I don't share these as an…
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Your faith is going to be TESTED - How to keep the FAITH | Meaningful Morning #3
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34:30Hey bestie! Let's chat about keeping your faith EVEN during the HARD times. We'll also answer the question, 'does God test us?' This was originally recorded live, March 17, 2025 for 'Baddies & Bibles' - if you're following along with these you'll learn why I switched these to Meaningful Mornings. This is a live mini-series that I started doing in t…
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Using Behavioral Science in Marketing to Influence Customers with Nancy Harhut
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33:06The episode explores how behavioral science influences marketing decisions and customer behavior. A. Lee Judge and guest Nancy Harhut discuss key psychological principles that marketers can use to drive engagement, conversions, and brand loyalty. They also examine ethical considerations and evolving trends in behavioral marketing. Understanding beh…
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A reminder of timelines | Meaningful Morning #2
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1:58Hey bestie! I was let to church - here's something to think about. This was originally recorded live, March 16, 2025 for Meaningful Mornings, a live mini-series that I started doing in the mornings to sit with God's word and share and discuss with you. I've got at least 2 weeks' worth of these and gonna keep them coming until He tells me I'm finish…
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Are you too independent | Meaningful Morning #1
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17:59Hey bestie! Welcome to the Meaningful Mornings, a live mini-series that I started doing in the mornings to sit with God's word and share and discuss with you. Just diving right in - but I've been doing these for the last 2 weeks and Facebook won't store our lives anymore, so we are repurposing and doing what we gotta do. Today, let's talk about ask…
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Content Monetization and the Future of Marketing with Joe Pulizzi
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30:24Joe Pulizzi, the "Godfather of Content Marketing," shares how businesses and creators can build sustainable, revenue-generating content brands. From monetization strategies and employee-driven content to the impact of AI on content creation, Joe unpacks what’s working today—and what’s next for content entrepreneurs. He also explores why most compan…
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I Starved My Flesh for 21 Days: A 21 Day Daniel Fast Experience, Tips, and Breakthroughs (Part 2)
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47:31Hey Bestie! I'm back with my Daniel Fast testimony! Tune in as I share the experience and the breakthroughs that came with starving my flesh, giving up social media, sugar, meat, and more. ---- Hang with me on Instagram! 📺 Rather watch? https://www.yolandarussellcreates.comBy Yolanda Russell
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Defending Enlightenment: The Liberal Backbone, Chapter 8
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21:40It’s a fundamental assumption of liberal democracy that we debate our differences with reason. But now that assumption looks like a relic of a bygone age — specifically, the Age of Enlightenment, from the late 17th to early 19th centuries. The Enlightenment produced more scientific progress than all of previous history — the very idea of progress c…
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AI First Marketing How AI Blockchain and Web3 Are Reshaping the Future with Sandy Carter
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43:55Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains and a leader in AI, blockchain, and next-gen marketing, breaks down how emerging technologies are reshaping the way businesses connect with customers. From the impact of AI on SEO and content marketing to the growing role of blockchain in trust and privacy, Sandy shares insights from the World Economic Forum…
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Finding God in Your 40's: My Testimony | Daniel Fast [Part 1]
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30:24Hey Bestie! Welcome back. I'm sorry I'm a bit late in publishing this one. I had every intention to share my Daniel Fast experience, but felt it was necessary to have my story leading to God. Ya know, to keep it relatable. I may be wild and crazy, but I didn't just dive into a Daniel Fast. A series of events led me to establish my connection and be…
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Balancing Brand and Demand in B2B Marketing with Aaron Hassen
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30:13B2B buyers are changing, and trust in brands is at an all-time low. Aaron Hassen, co-founder of AH Marketing, breaks down why traditional marketing strategies are failing and what businesses must do to stay relevant. From building bold brands to navigating the shift toward informal, trust-driven engagement, Aaron shares insights on what it takes to…
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Marcus Sheridan on Building Trust Through Content
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51:59Marcus Sheridan, author of They Ask, You Answer, breaks down the evolution of content marketing and why trust is the ultimate competitive advantage. From turning his struggling pool company into the most trafficked swimming pool website in the world to helping businesses become industry leaders, Marcus reveals the strategies that drive real busines…
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How to Let Go & Forgive (Even When You Can't Forget)
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18:32Hey bestie! Today, I can finally let out the news – I recently finished a 21-day Daniel Fast (I'm going to record a separate episode for this)! Not only am I down more than 5 pounds, I've also been expanding my relationship with the main man, God! In this episode, we'll talk about how to find space in your heart to forgive, one of the hardest thing…
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LinkedIn Ads Mastery: Targeting, Costs, and Strategy with AJ Wilcox
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33:36AJ Wilcox, founder of B2Linked, breaks down the complexities of LinkedIn advertising and shares expert insights on making the platform work for your business. As one of the world’s top LinkedIn Ads specialists, AJ shares solutions to the challenges of high costs, targeting the right audience, and structuring campaigns for maximum ROI. From understa…
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Becoming Who God Designed You to Be - Breaking Generational Curses & Patterns
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29:55Hey, bestie! Are you REALLY like that because of your zodiac sign? 👀 Or do you do what you do just because everyone else in your family does things that way? This mindset may be keeping you small, stuck, and stagnant...and that's not cute. Buckle up, because I've got a question for you to ask God this week (or The Universe, whichever), and it's not…
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Marketing's Future in the face of AI and Innovation with Wil Reynolds
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54:03Wil Reynolds, founder of SEER Interactive, gets real on the rapidly evolving landscape of digital marketing. Wil shares his unique perspective on navigating the AI revolution, the importance of continuous learning, and why marketers need to adapt quickly to survive. From practical advice on mastering LLMs (Large Language Models) to building authent…
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Meet the New Boss: Chapter 7 of The Liberal Backbone
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6:45Woke theory aims to liberate our minds, but imposes limits on how we think: Many ideas are judged oppressive, and therefore "problematic." Liberal tolerance is seen as potentially oppressive too, for the same reason. Will liberals stand up for what they believe in? Should they? This episode: We begin to see if liberals can take their own side in a …
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Positive Pregnancy Test at 39, Chemical Pregnancy, & UNHINGED Gratitude for God
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28:22Hey bestie! Going rogue and putting this out on a Monday, which I think only makes sense to be the new cadence for new podcast releases (which you'll also find on YouTube now, HAIR FLIP). I realize this episode may be tough to handle, so proceed with caution, but with the one-year anniversary approaching of my very first positive pregnancy test whi…
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Self Improvement Era - Phone Addictions & How to Get More Done
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22:12Hey Bestie! Phew, girl, I'm on an unannounced, but very intentional social media break, so I'm even more excited to hang with you on the podcast this week! Switching things up because it was on my heart to help you be better with a little tough love. Not to worry – this is something I've been implementing in my own life. Today, we'll dive into: - 4…
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Rand Fishkin, founder of SparkToro and former co-founder of Moz, takes us through the evolution of digital marketing. From the concept of "zero-click marketing" to why traditional traffic-focused metrics are becoming less relevant in today's digital landscape, the conversation explores how major platforms are keeping users within their ecosystems, …
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Is God Calling You to Fast to Be Closer to Him?
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44:42Hey bestie! Welcome back! Today, I'm opening up about how over the last 6 months I started to evolve and start being pulled away from things that I'd once been all about. I'm convinced that this was a way of being guided into the hardship that I was going to face in 2025 between Ralphie getting sick and losing my job. Tune in and do a self audit of…
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7 Misconceptions That Held Me Back from Faith
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29:51Hey Bestie! The first mini-series of the podcast EVER! Let's talk about faith and finding God as an adult! There's no secret that my journey with faith is new; I've always been a girlie about the Universe and I had a laundry list of why I wasn't a believer in God. But, things can change anytime, ya know? In this episode, I’m breaking down the bigge…
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The Unemployed Era: Losing My Job and Finding Faith in the New Year
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28:52Welcome to the first episode of Own Your Era! I’m so excited (and a little nervous) to share this raw and real episode with you. To be honest, this isn’t how I planned to kick off the season, but life has a funny way of steering us exactly where we need to go—even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, I’m opening up about losing my job and how …
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Girlfriend, put on your best matching set and hot girl shoes, and grab your AirPods...I'm back! Own Your Era is THE podcast for the woman ready to rewrite the rules, step into her power, and OWN exactly where you are in your life. Subscribe to the show and join me for bold takes, real talk, and weekly reminders that it's never too late to create th…
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What Liberals DON'T Stand For — Chapter 6 of The Liberal Backbone
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11:11Liberals and the woke left see many of the same problems in society, from structural oppression to alienation. And yet the ideology of the woke left is incompatible with liberalism. For liberals, it starts with the very idea of wokeness, as an awakening from illusions, or false consciousness. The goal is supposed to be liberation. But it can look m…
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What (and Where) Is the Liberal Backbone? Spencer on WCPT Chicago with Joan Esposito
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50:15As you know if you’ve been following my posts and podcast episodes lately, I’m writing and releasing the chapters of my new book The Liberal Backbone in real time. When Joan Esposito of WCPT Chicago heard about it, she had an idea: a "radio book club," with me coming on her show to talk about the book as it comes together, chapter by chapter, with …
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From Marx to Theory to Wokeness: The Liberal Backbone Chapter 5
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16:09The first draft of Chapter 5 of my next book, The Liberal Backbone. It's a brief summary of the roots of woke thinking, which should make the woke left more understandable, especially for liberals trying to sort out what they do and don't stand for. More at Dastardly Cleverness.com/liberal-backbone-chapter-5 and at Substack.com/@spencercritchley. —…
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We Need to Talk About Marx: The Liberal Backbone, Chapter 4
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8:55Are the woke just a bunch of Marxists? No, but that claim isn’t based on nothing. The Theory behind wokeness is complicated, but some of its key concepts are inherited from Marx, in modified form. And it becomes much easier to understand Theory if you understand something about Marx — which few people do, because Marx doesn't make it easy. In this …
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What DOES It Mean to Be Woke? The Liberal Backbone, Chapter 3
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8:57The word "woke" has at least two meanings — and they’re so different, they contradict each other. By one of them, any liberal can be proud to be called woke, because to be woke in this sense is to recognize bigotry and oppose it. But by the other meaning, liberals can’t be woke, even if they want to. That’s because if you’re this kind of woke, you …
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The Liberal Backbone, Chapter 2: Why Nothing Makes Sense
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8:39It’s hard to stand for something if you’re not even sure what that something is. And many liberals have become unsure what liberalism is. For a long time, few of us had to think much about it. Liberalism was just default political reality. It was like water is for the young fish in David Foster Wallace’s famous parable: They can’t see the water, be…
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With American democracy facing its greatest crisis since the Civil War as a corrupt autocrat returns to the presidency, I want to do my part, however small, to help right now. So I’m going to try an experiment: writing a shorter, more tightly focused book, and releasing chapters as I write them. They’ll appear as posts and podcast episodes, like th…
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Ernest Hemingway is famous for the terse economy of his writing. And in one of the most resonant examples of that quality, he captured the essence of catastrophic failure in just a few words, in his novel The Sun Also Rises. The alcoholic veteran Mike Campbell is asked how he went bankrupt. “Two ways,” he says. “Gradually and then quickly.” As it i…
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If we believe in democracy, I believe we have a responsibility not only to vote for it but to speak up for it, including to family and friends, despite how hard that might be. That doesn’t mean berating or insulting them. It can be done quietly and respectfully. In my own view it’s a mark of respect and even love to give people the whole truth abou…
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Mike Madrid on Why Latinos May Save Democracy
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1:02:53According to my guest this time, the United States is entering a Latino century, and that might be what saves our democracy. Mike Madrid is a top expert on Latino voting, and in recent years he’s become a national leader in the bipartisan fight to save democracy. He’s been the political director for the California Republican Party, a senior adviser…
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31. Summer Dating - Outdoor Dating Safety Tips
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24:57Hey, bestie! It's getting hot, so we are taking off all our clothes and getting outside- LOL. But, speaking of outside - I wanted to give you some safety tips when it comes to dating, specifically around outdoor dates. I'll also share a few life updates about: Botox, being a hermit, and reading! Grab The Housemaid book mentioned HERE ---- Get 100+ …
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Confused About the Gaza Protests? This May Be Why.
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13:09Many liberals are deeply confused about how to respond to the campus protests over Gaza. And I think it’s an example of the confusion liberals are feeling generally over a lot of issues. I believe much of the confusion can be traced to the assumption that all political opinions can fit on a single line, from left to right. For this one-dimensional,…
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30. A Massive Turn-Off in Dating & Relationships - The Comparison Trap
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14:14Hey, Bestie! Today, I want to discuss the ONE thing that can be determinantal in dating (or relationships)...comparison. In this episode, I'll share a dirty little phrase that is a MAJOR turn -off and could be a block or even ending of a potential or current relationship. ---- Get 100+ of my best dating tips, advice, and a little tough love, Downlo…
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29. Am I Still Childfree (Miscarriage and Answering Your Questions)
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38:27Hey, bestie! I'm back - this episode is a bit of a life update about my recent miscarriage. Today, I'll share a bit about unintentionally getting pregnant, my chemical pregnancy, whether or not I'm still childfree, and what I'm learning as a woman. ILYSM. Here are the links to the story on IG: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 ---- G…
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As we risk obliviously repeating catastrophic mistakes others have already made, Spencer Critchley has some thoughts about memory and freedom, from people who know the precious value of both. Excerpt: "Most of us in the U.S. have been spared the necessity of knowing history, and instead have been able to live as if the world was created at our birt…
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