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Secular LeftWe Said Farewell: Lessons from the Venezuelan Diaspora for Today’s America with Amanda Quintero AguerrevereAmanda Quintero, an economist and author, is our guest and we explore her powerful new book, "We Said Farewell." Having left Venezuela during its tumultuous transition into authoritarianism, Amanda shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind her collection of fictionalized short stories. The narratives stem from real experiences of her friends, illustrating the dire consequences of political oppression and the erosion of democratic values in Venezuela.Amanda wrote the novel with a desire to document the struggle for freedom and to counter the prevailing narratives that misrepresent the Venezuelan reality. Through the stories, she captures the...2025-04-0229 min
World War I PodcastJohn J. Pershing and Douglas MacArthurJohn J. Pershing and Douglas MacArthur are both towering figures in American military history—Pershing as the commander of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) in World War I, and MacArthur as a key leader in World War II and the Korean War. In terms of age, they were separated by about 20 years, but they were both First Captains at West Point, both served as U.S. Army Chief of Staff, and both were absolutely devoted to the U.S. Army. Their interactions spanned decades, revealing a dynamic that oscillated between admiration, rivalry, and friction. World War I played a ve...2025-03-1435 min
Thinking Outside the BoxTOTB Ep 12 - Amanda GreenmanJill sits down with Amanda Greenman to learn about all things Treasury Management! Tune in to hear how Treasury Management is enhancing the experience for our commercial borrowers! Love Potion Recipe:½ cup fresh raspberries, 1 TBSP granulated sugar1 TBSP lemon juice, 1 pint raspberry sherbet or sorbet3 cups sparkling lemonadeSteps: Combine the fresh raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl, and mash them together with a fork until you have a berry puree.Place a generous spoonful of puree at the bottom of 6 glasses. Top with a small scoop of raspberry s...2025-02-2611 min
A Public AffairWho Fights for Abortion Care in Post-Dobbs America?
Last week, seven states expanded their access to abortion care via ballot measures. This comes more than two years after the US Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to abortion care with the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. That ruling in June 2022, sent nearly half of the states into chaos with abortion providers and their patients facing sudden closures, new restrictions, and rapidly changing rules. States with abortion rights protect by state law saw patients cross their borders to receive care.
In her new book You Must Stand Up: The...2024-11-1354 min
Bold Like Her PodcastWave + Woven Founder & Stylist Amanda Vargus Amanda spends her days helping people shop, style, edit their closets and elevate their wardrobes. She came by my place to check out my closet for a mini edit session and sit down to talk about her journey to this place. Her love for fashion has lasted her whole life, growing up reading the pages of VOGUE and dreaming of working in the industry. She worked on the corporate side of advertising & media before joining The RealReal, the largest luxury consignment e-commerce company in the US. With a background in fashion and business, Amanda understands the importance of...2024-11-1126 min
Skilled AF PodcastEp 3: Paving the Way for Women in the Building Trades Since 1984: Juanita Douglas’ storyJuanita Douglas is a true pioneer. In 1984, seeking better pay to support herself and her 7-year-old son, she became a union commercial carpenter in Petaluma, CA, and quickly fell in love with the trade. After a successful 30+ year career as a carpenter and later a surveyor, she retired, only to return to the industry. Now, as Senior Manager of Construction and Labor Relations for Rising Sun Center for Opportunity, she helps prepare youth, women, and reentry individuals for high road careers that offer family sustaining wages in the construction trades.In this interview we...2024-08-2850 minA Public AffairChristians Fighting Christian Nationalism with Amanda Tyler
Last month, the Milwaukee Inner-City Congregations Allied for Hope (MICAH), put on a rally the day before the Republican National Convention. The “We All Belong” rally was a multi-racial, interfaith, and ecumenical gathering that brought together over 750 participants who celebrated the idea of the Beloved Community.
It was at that rally that host Sara Gabler met today’s guest, Amanda Tyler. At the rally, faith leaders spoke about the ideology of white Christian Nationalism–an ideology that Tyler and others say has co-opted Christianity’s teachings by substituting the message of Jesus to “love thy neig...2024-08-2753 min
New York's Dark SideThe Disappearance of Douglas LeggOn July 10, 1971, eight year old Douglas Legg would go missing from his family's summer retreat in the Adirondack Mountain region of Newcomb, New York. His disappearance would lead to the largest search for a missing person in New York State. What happened to Douglas remains a mystery to this day, despite all the effort to search for him he's never been found and with occasional leads as recently as 2020... In this episode we'll discuss the history of Great Camp Santanoni and the disappearance of Douglas Legg. Camp Santanoni is now owned by New York State and is the only...2024-08-0716 min
The Starter ZoneThe Starter Zone Ep 38 S2New Eminem tunes are coming, Mike Tyson is ok after a medical incident, Gabby Douglas is out of Olympic contention, Scottie’s charges got dropped, we said goodbye to Bill Walton and Angel Hernandez, for different reasons, cheese wheels, and pet pics for library fines. Come get comfy!Sources:Musichttps://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/05/28/eminem-teases-houdini-single-im-gonna-make-my-career-disappear/73887362007/Sportshttps://www.dexerto.com/boxing/mike-tyson-condition-revealed-after-suffering-medical-emergency-ahead-of-jake-paul-fight-2744496/https://www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/gabby-douglas-ends-paris-olympics-run-withdraws-us-championships-rcna154551https://www.fox10tv.com/2024/05/27/bill-walton-nba-champion-basketball-hall-famer-dies-71/h...2024-05-3151 minA Public AffairSeeking Asylum: Efforts to Support Refugees
On today’s show, we spend the first half of the program with two immigration lawyers working with the Project Immigration Justice for Palestinians. Project IJP is a coalition of organizations and immigration attorneys as an emergency response to the crisis in Gaza. Ban Alwardi and Amanda Gennerman join host Esty Dinur to talk about the opportunities available to Palestinian refugees and as well as outline the barriers they face. Project IJP accepts support here.
Then, Jewish Social Services of Madison‘s Refugee Resettlement Director Sunday Nzitatira joins Esty to talk about his expe...2024-05-1753 min
Average Jo Meets The UK's Everyday EntrepreneursAmanda Miles - My Aerial HomeWe're kicking off Season 2 with a fantastic interview with Amanda Miles jam-packed with advice, inspiration and entertainment.Amanda started and runs My Aerial Home based in Sydenham in South London and It’s a school of aerial, dance and circus with classes for absolutely all ages and all abilities who want to learn aerial skills - think trapeze and the big hoops in the air. In fact, head over to the website myaerialhome.co.uk and you’ll immediately see what its all about.The school has built up a global reputation for itself over the...2024-05-151h 15
Darling, you inspire me!Amanda Douglas - Founder of Camp RoverThis week we are joined by Winnipeg's one and only AMANDA DOUGLAS! Being a multifaceted entrepreneur and CreativeAmanda is the Lead Planner & Designer at@amandadouglasevents, our Founder & Developerhere at Camp Rover and also the designer, co-ownerand co-host at @modernfarmhousebnb.With all those things on the go, Amanda still takes timeto enjoy the little things. From walking her dogs,crafting, and travelling, to working in her garden, sheenjoys life to the fullest!
We absolutely loved having her on and we can't wait til next years Camp Rover! (We really mean it!)2024-05-081h 00
Debt Free in 30Mental Health and Money with Financial Therapist Amanda ClaymanDoug is joined by Amanda Clayman, a financial therapist specializing in helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and past experiences shape their financial choices through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her expertise has been highlighted in various media outlets including CNBC, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and The Oprah Magazine. In this episode, we look at the emotional aspects of financial challenges and address the impact it can have on our mental health. Amanda shares strategies for achieving financial objectives during times of struggle. We also discuss how financial decisions affect our relationships and t...2024-05-0430 min
Erotically NeuroticCredence by Penelope DouglasWelcome to episode 19 of Erotically Neurotic! On this week's episode, Kayla and Amanda discuss Penelope Douglas's standalone novel, Credence. Join them for heated discussions about Love is Blind and most importantly, why the concept of an older dad and two sons sharing one girl is just so hot. 2024-04-0857 min
The Directly Inspired Podcast10 Questions with Amanda DouglasDrop in for a fun interview with Amanda Douglas. She is not only the founder of Amanda Douglas Events but is also one of the most interesting and fun humans I have had the pleasure to interview.
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Amanda Douglas Events is the culmination of owner Amanda’s 14 years experience in events, uniting her creative and organizational strengths together with her passion for distinct and beautiful ce...2024-03-0933 min
Clotheshorse with Amanda Lee McCartyEpisode 193: Let's Talk About Generative AI with Erin Cadigan (and Dustin, too)In this episode, Amanda is joined by artist and print designer Erin Cadigan to talk about how AI impacts the world of print design and really, all creative jobs. Erin is the print designer for UK slow fashion brand The Hippie Shake. You will get to hear about the importance of art, design, and creative exploration in Erin's life, as well as her thoughts on the larger issues of economic justice associated with generative AI. Dustin also drops by to help Amanda explain AI, how it works, and who really makes money from it.Here are just a...2024-02-262h 38
MacArthur Memorial PodcastArthur MacArthur Jr. and Emilio AguinaldoIn 1901, during the Philippine-American War, the Governor-General of the Philippines, Brigadier General Arthur MacArthur Jr., father of Douglas MacArthur, approved a daring plan by Frederick Funston to capture General Aguinaldo. Once Aguinaldo was in custody, Arthur MacArthur persuaded him to swear allegiance to the United States and to use his influence to help end the war. What do we know about the discussions between the two men? How did they see the future of the Philippines? How did this event influence Douglas MacArthur’s vision of Philippine independence? In this latest episode, MacArthur Memorial historians Amanda Williams and Jim Zo...2023-12-1837 min
We Are All ArtistsHonoring Growth & Embodied Wisdom with Amanda Beatty: A Conversation on Healing & IntegrationSend us a textIn today's episode, I sit down with 💓 self-love queen ✨ Amanda Beatty to dive deep into the often-overlooked phase of integration—the space between healing and embodied wisdom. We explore what it means to create space for growth, clear energy leaks, and reconnect with your inner child in a way that allows for true transformation in the present moment.In a world that glorifies constant upleveling, integration is one of the most undervalued yet essential pieces of healing. We unpack why slowing down, reflect...2023-12-1342 min
Dear Diary- The Self Love PodcastReclaiming Our Inner Creator with Adriana Douglas E57In today's episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Adriana Douglas, a dear friend and a fellow soul on a journey of self-discovery. Together, we share with you a beautiful conversation as we explore the sacred path of discovering our inner artists and creators, a journey that unfolds uniquely for each of us.
We dive into the importance of finding one's tribe and experiencing the incredible power of community support as well as venturing into the realm of sacred practices, journaling, fully living life and understanding how these practices can nurture and empower our creative spirits.
...2023-10-231h 14World War I PodcastDouglas MacArthur's 2nd Distinguished Service Cross and the Côte de ChâtillonIn the winter of 1918, General John J. Pershing presented then Brigadier General Douglas MacArthur with his second Distinguished Service Cross. The award was for actions in France at the Côte de Châtillon between October 14-16, 1918. The citation ends with an interesting sentence: “On a field where courage was the rule, his courage was the dominant feature.” What happened there? What do we know about the circumstances behind this award? To answer these questions, MacArthur Memorial historians Amanda Williams and Jim Zobel sat down to discuss this WWI chapter in Douglas MacArthur's career. Have a comment about t...2023-10-1127 min