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Bookreporter Talks ToKaira Rouda: Jill is Not HappyKaira Rouda talks to Carol Fitzgerald about her latest thriller, JILL IS NOT HAPPY. Note: Kaira IS very happily married to her husband, Harley, which is something you need to know as you read this book. Kaira did get the idea for the novel when she and Harley went to Utah during the pandemic. She saw that the landscape there could lend itself to a number of terrifying moments as her characters, Jill and Jack, head off on a weekend road trip together. Jill wants time with her husband. Jack does not want to go but does...2025-06-2047 minBookreporter Talks ToJeanine Cummins: Speak to Me of HomeJeanine Cummins joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her new novel, SPEAK TO ME OF HOME, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She shares her inspiration for the book and talks about the significance of home. What does it mean to different people and to different generations? Jeanine and Carol point out that we go through life either as passengers or as those who “control the wheel of the bus.” There is a family tree in the front of the book, which is helpful in following the story — and Jeanine shows its beautiful design. Our Latest “Bookreporter Talks To...2025-06-161h 08Bookreporter Talks ToJulie Clark: The GhostwriterJulie Clark joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest thriller, THE GHOSTWRITER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Julie shares how she approached writing this book, including how a ghostwriter tackles a subject and handles the storytelling. She also talks about her process, which includes early mornings of writing, and why she will never be a book-a-year author. Julie’s character had some unexpected challenges that derailed her career, and she explains how these obstacles upped the stakes for her. Our Latest “Bookreporter Talks To” Interviews: Lori Foster: https://youtu.be/GScWl6dBexk Chri...2025-06-1346 minBookreporter Talks ToLori Foster: The Guest CottageLori Foster joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, THE GUEST COTTAGE, which kicks off her Firefly Summer series. She explains how she developed the book, including the first idea that came to her, and where she sees the series headed. Fittingly, they talk about their mutual fascination with fireflies. Lori also shares information about her very successful “Reader & Author Get Together” event, and how it has grown and changed through the years. Our Latest “Bookreporter Talks To” Interviews: Chris Pavone: https://youtu.be/8icmR8CaYBk Janet Skeslien Charles: https://youtu.be/-X7szSaX-DE2025-06-1357 min
Tread Lightly Running PodcastThe Best Running Books and Our Summer Reading ListAre you looking for a good audiobook to listen to as you start logging more miles this summer? We have a whole list of audiobook recommendations for your long runs, plus our current favorite running books. Our recommendations include:Up to Speed by Christine YuPeak Performance by Steve Magness and Brad StulburgRun to the Finish by Amanda BrooksOut of Thin Air by Michael CrawleyGood for a Girl by Lauren FleshmanEverything Fat Loss by Ben CarpenterThe Athlete’s Gut by Patrick WilsonRun Like a Pro by Matt FitzgeraldThe Explorer’s Gene by Alex HutchinsonHow Bad Do You Want...2025-05-3128 minBookreporter Talks ToChris Pavone: The DoormanChris Pavone joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss his latest thriller, THE DOORMAN, a Bookreporter Bets On selection that is being called a modern-day BONFIRE OF THE VANITIES, which is spot-on. Chris talks about the book’s setting, the Bohemia, which drew inspiration from the building where he now lives. He had long conversations with Johnny, one of the building’s doormen, and shares what their friendship brought to the story. The novel takes place over just a day, looking at the doorman and a couple of the building’s personnel, as well as the occupants of two apartm...2025-05-301h 20Bookreporter Talks ToJanet Skeslien Charles: The Parisian ChapterJanet Skeslien Charles joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss THE PARISIAN CHAPTER, an audio original novel with a multi-cast recording. Pauline Chalamet and 10 other voice actors perform. Janet talks about the structure of the story, which provides listeners with a wonderful audio experience, and how she wrote to have the script work for an audiobook. She also praises the narrators who introduce each character, making this a brilliant gateway audio for those who have never listened in the past. Our Latest “Bookreporter Talks To” Interviews: Nita Prose: https://youtu.be/sq4T8qGV5ko Katy...2025-05-2754 minBookreporter Talks ToVictoria Christopher Murray: Harlem RhapsodyVictoria Christopher Murray joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about HARLEM RHAPSODY, which is her first solo historical novel (she has written New York Times bestsellers with her co-author, Marie Benedict). She explains why she chose to write about the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and shares her extensive research, which included reading issues of The Crisis, the official magazine of the NAACP, and her wonderful finds of letters and other works that helped to bring this story together. Victoria speaks of admiring Jessie Redmon Fauset and her education and career success, as well as what happened later in...2025-05-1656 min
Beauty Business MattersSeven Minutes to Success: Amanda's Daily PR Routine for Busy EntrepreneursSusan welcomes PR expert Amanda Fitzgerald, known for her ability to help businesses gain major visibility. Amanda shares her inspiring journey into the world of public relations, starting from her early experiences in her mother's bead business to launching her own ventures. The conversation delves into the importance of PR as an essential business life skill, emphasizing how it can elevate a brand's credibility and attract clients. Amanda offers practical tips for getting started with PR, including the significance of crafting a compelling pitch and the value of local press coverage. OFFERS Award Winners PR + V...2025-05-1244 min
The Oscar Project Podcast3.38-A Woman of Affairs with Amanda KusekSend us a textToday's episode is my conversation about the 1928 film A Woman of Affairs. My friend Amanda Kusek from the The 90-Minute Movie newsletter joins me to discuss the film and we talk about a complex web of love triangles, the expressive, over-the-top performance of Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. as Jeffry, and whether or not the source material truly was as scandalous as history has made it out to be. You can watch A Woman of Affairs on YouTube or purchase a copy for your collection and be sure to check out Amanda's newsletter.2025-05-0936 minBookreporter Talks ToNita Prose: The Maid's SecretNita Prose joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about THE MAID’S SECRET, her last book featuring Molly the Maid. She shares that she did not set out to write a series, but once the first book was finished, it was clear that there was more to Molly’s story. Nita enjoyed developing a voice for Gran in this novel; in the prior installments, everything about Gran came to readers from Molly. She muses about “the egg,” which was referenced throughout the series as the nest egg, and how that had real implications in this final book. And yes, Nita reveals w...2025-04-2456 min
Sorta SophisticatedEp 050: The Great Gatsby at 100: The Party That Never Ends!Highlights of this episode include diving into the enduring legacy of The Great Gatsby—a novel that, a century after its publication, still defines the glitz, glamour, and disillusionment of the Jazz Age. We’ll explore how F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece went from a lukewarm reception in 1925 to becoming one of the most celebrated works of American literature. And with its 100th anniversary upon us, we’ll unpack why Gatsby’s world of reckless extravagance, lost dreams, and mysterious green lights still captivates readers today. From its cultural impact to its many adaptations (some better than others), and even the w...2025-04-1730 min
The Foundery Podcast21.) Managing Business Growth, Transition, and Pivoting (Bromlyn Fitzgerald of Bees Knees and Shaky Hands Coffee)In this episode we're talking with Bromlyn, the owner of Bees Knees Coffee, a coffee truck who is currently about to open the doors on her own bricks and mortar shop. As a coffee shop, Bromlyn has had other physical locations outside of her coffee truck that existed as pop ups or kiosks but never has had her own physical location and she's getting ready to open the doors to Shaky Hands Coffee; a brand new café.All this change and transition has really taught her a lot about adjusting and pivoting to meet what the market i...2025-04-1155 minBookreporter Talks ToKaty Hays: SaltwaterKaty Hays joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest novel, SALTWATER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. The book is set on the island of Capri and has the same vibes as “The White Lotus.” Katy explains the origins of the novel, as well as how the story grew and why she told it from the points of view of multiple characters, alternating between “Then” and “Now.” She also discusses her research on Capri and why it was the perfect place to set the novel. The audiobook has three narrators, and Katy shares why she feels they worked to be...2025-04-101h 05Bookreporter Talks ToGeorgia Hunter: One Good ThingGeorgia Hunter, author of the New York Times bestseller WE WERE THE LUCKY ONES, joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest novel, ONE GOOD THING. Georgia explains why she chose to set the book in Italy and the research trip that she took there with her mother, which was such a special time for her. She and Carol discuss what it must be like to live in a world where at any moment someone might be a friend or an enemy, and how a journey without a destination that you thought would be safe would be such a d...2025-04-041h 12
The Business Case For Women's SportsEp. #139 How Sequel is Revolutionizing Period Products for Athletes, ft. Amanda Calabrese & Greta MeyerIn episode #139 of 🎙️The Business Case For Women’s Sports, presented by Ally, Caroline interviews Amanda Calabrese & Greta Meyer, the co-founders of Sequel, a revolutionary tampon brand designed for comfort and reliability by female athletes and engineers.Amanda & Greta are not just disrupting the period care industry—they’re changing the game for women athletes everywhere.With their innovative spiral tampon, Sequel is re-engineering the tampon for the first time in 80 years, creating a product that addresses the unique needs of athletes who menstruate.In this episode, Amanda and Greta share:💡 How their experien...2025-03-2527 minBookreporter Talks ToJeff Hobbs: Seeking ShelterJeff Hobbs has been on Carol Fitzgerald’s radar since she first interviewed him 11 years ago at a pre-publication event for THE SHORT AND TRAGIC LIFE OF ROBERT PEACE. So, she was happy to catch up with him about his latest work, SEEKING SHELTER: A Working Mother, Her Children, and a Story of Homelessness in America, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Jeff explains how he approached the book and why he wrote it through the eyes of three characters: Evelyn, Wendi, and Evelyn’s teenage son, Orlando. He discusses writing it as reconstructive journalism and why...2025-03-201h 21Bookreporter Talks ToClare Leslie Hall: Broken CountryClare Leslie Hall joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller, BROKEN COUNTRY, which is both a Reese’s Book Club selection and a Barnes & Noble Book Club pick, as well as a Bookreporter Bets On title. Clare explains the early inspiration for the novel and shares that she worked on it for four years, coming back to it again and again. She discusses the layers of the story while being careful not to reveal any spoilers. The setting is such a big part of the book, as well as the charac...2025-03-131h 03Bookreporter Talks ToCharmaine Wilkerson: Good DirtCharmaine Wilkerson talks to Carol Fitzgerald about her latest novel, GOOD DIRT, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She explains how the character of Ebby Freeman came to her, and from there the idea of the clay jar that has been in the family for generations. Charmaine shares the research she conducted about the work of slaves in the South who created pottery with clay, tracing how an item like this could have made its way from the South to Connecticut with slaves who worked on sailing vessels. And she muses that what happened to Ebby would have...2025-03-0459 min
Soul Sessions JacksonAmanda FitzGerald | Jackson Food & WineFrom appetizers to entrées, Jackson's culinary scene is serving up a feast for the senses that's as rich as our Mississippi soil. On today's show, we're dishing with Amanda Fitzgerald from the local palate about the much-anticipated JXN Food & Wine festival, where over 30 chefs from across the South will bring their unique flavors to our capital city for a two-day culinary celebration.
TRANSCRIPT: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-amanda-fitzgerald-jfw2025-02-2615 minBookreporter Talks ToMarie Benedict: The Queens of CrimeMarie Benedict joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest book, THE QUEENS OF CRIME, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Marie read classic women’s mysteries at a young age, as she was introduced to them by her aunt. Her love for the genre influenced this book, as well as her earlier work, THE MYSTERY OF MRS. CHRISTIE. Marie discusses the case that the five crime writers in the novel set out to unravel, explains why a case like this might have taken long to solve, and talks more about the legendary Detection Club. She also shares wh...2025-02-211h 04Bookreporter Talks ToJoseph Finder: The Oligarch's DaughterJoseph Finder joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss his latest thriller, THE OLIGARCH’S DAUGHTER, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Joe talks about writing the novel’s two time frames and how the awareness of what oligarchs are has become a lot more timely in the past few years. He did some wilderness training for part of the book, and then vaulted to learn more about superyachts that are owned by the uber-wealthy. Joe explains the process of building his characters and what drives them. And yes, he shares what is next for him. Our Latest “Bookre...2025-02-1351 minBookreporter Talks ToScott Turow: Presumed GuiltyScott Turow joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about his latest legal thriller, PRESUMED GUILTY. This Bookreporter Bets On selection marks the return of Rusty Sabich, following his starring roles in PRESUMED INNOCENT and INNOCENT. Scott explains his decision to write the book and why this may be the last time we see Rusty as a protagonist in one of his novels. He also shares the reason that he chose to make Aaron a young Black man who was adopted by white people. Scott and Carol talk about the mantle of “accused murderer” and what that means to a pe...2025-01-301h 33
Midlife UnlimitedEpisode #012 How to Swim not Sink as a Midlife Woman with Guest Amanda FitzGeraldJoin the Midlife Unlimited® conversation by sending Kate a textGet roar and real with Kate Porter and her leopard print sister Amanda FitzGerald in Episode 012 of Midlife Unlimited®, the podcast for women who want more, as they wave goodbye to January in style talking about How to Swim not Sink as a Midlife Woman.Join Kate and Amanda for philosophical ponderings, killer arms and brain-fog moments as they shake things up, smash stereotypes and tell Midlife how it really is. Amanda shares how diving out of her comfort zone and dis...2025-01-3039 minBookreporter Talks ToMichelle Horton: Dear Sister: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable BondsMichelle Horton joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about DEAR SISTER: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds, which has just released in paperback with bonus content and is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Michelle shares the harrowing story of how her sister, Nikki, a victim of domestic violence for years, was imprisoned after she killed her long-time partner. Two police officers knocked on Michelle’s door one night and told her that she needed to come to the station to take Nikki’s two- and four-year-old children to her home. She explains what that meant for her --- and...2025-01-2955 minBookreporter Talks ToTracey Lange: What Happened to The McCrays?Tracey Lange joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest family-themed novel, WHAT HAPPENED TO THE McCRAYS?, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Tracey introduces readers to Kyle and Casey McCray, a divorced couple who are very much estranged. As Kyle returns home to Potsdam, New York, for a family emergency, their shared past haunts them in a way that gives them a chance to come back to one another. But life gets in the way, again and again. There’s middle-school hockey, which I never thought of as a way to bring a couple together, as...2025-01-2441 minBookreporter Talks ToLisa Genova: More or Less MaddyLisa Genova joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, MORE OR LESS MADDY, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Lisa shares what drew her to write about a young woman with bipolar disorder and her research on the subject, which included conversations with people who have been diagnosed with it. She talks about how both the diagnosis and the treatment of bipolar disorder can be challenging; there is not one way to treat it, and treatment takes time. Maddy longs to be a stand-up comedian, and Lisa explains how she learned more about that topic...2025-01-171h 03Bookreporter Talks ToFiona Davis: The Stolen QueenFiona Davis joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her eighth novel, THE STOLEN QUEEN, which is set in Egypt in 1936 and New York City in 1978. The iconic New York building that is featured in this book, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection, is the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Fiona and Carol talk about the King Tut exhibit, as well as the Met Gala and how it has changed through the years. And yes, they share an admiration for Diana Vreeland. Fiona also reveals many details about her research, and she notes a book for further reading. Our...2025-01-0651 minBookreporter Talks To"Bookaccino Live": Our Reviewers' Top Book Picks of 2024Carol Fitzgerald and Tom Donadio talked to seven Bookreporter reviewers about two of their favorite books of 2024. Our guests were Kate Ayers, Harvey Freedenberg, Pamela Kramer, Bronwyn Miller, Rebecca Munro, Ray Palen and Stuart Shiffman. Four reviewers — Sarah Rachel Egelman, Megan Elliott, Eileen Zimmerman Nicol and Norah Piehl — were not able to join us, so we presented their top picks and their comments about them in a slideshow. Their selections cover a wide variety of genres, and there may be a few books you haven’t heard of that you will want to check out. You can see a l...2024-12-121h 05
Monsters Who Murder with The Serial Killer WhispererS17E08 THE ASSASSINATION OF JFK PART 2As the 35th President of the United States of America, he brought with him different ideals than those before him. But on November 22, 1963 John Fitzgerald Kennedy was executed. It is a dark day that will live in infamy and questions remain unanswered to this day.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/monsters-who-murder-serial-killer-confessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-0331 min
Library Nerds with WordsEpisode 48: Amanda, Ben, & Marty Talk Grateful Movie PerformancesIn this episode, Amanda from the Teen Zone, Ben from Tech Services, and Marty talk about film performances for which they are grateful, and Muppets, of course!
Amanda, Ben, & Marty's Book Recommendations:
What's Nest: A Backstage Pass to the "West Wing," Its Cast and Crew, and Its Enduring Legacy of Service by Melissa Fitzgerald, Mary McCormack, et al.
I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones
Modern Poetry by Diane Seuss
2024-11-251h 05Bookreporter Talks ToSharon Virts: The Grays of TruthCarol Fitzgerald talks to Sharon Virts about her latest historical mystery, THE GRAYS OF TRUTH. This Bookreporter Bets On selection was inspired by true events involving one of Baltimore’s most powerful families. Sharon discusses why the Reconstruction era is such a poignant time in American history. She also explains the challenges of creating Jane, her protagonist, and the Edgar Allan Poe quotes that lead off sections of the book. In addition to giving us hints about what is next for her, Sharon talks about the work of the Selma Farm Foundation, as well as the large online book cl...2024-11-191h 14Bookreporter Talks ToPaula Hawkins: The Blue HourPaula Hawkins joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her latest novel, THE BLUE HOUR, which is November’s “Good Morning America” Book Club pick and a Bookreporter Bets On selection. She discusses her inspiration for the book’s setting, which she had when she was on vacation, as well as her love of art. The characters and the way they move in and out of each other’s lives is key to the storylines, and she explains how their roles changed as the book went on. Paula also shares where the title came from and what she loves about the cover...2024-11-0545 minBookreporter Talks ToBookaccino Book Club: Amanda PetersAmanda Peters joined us for October’s “Bookaccino Live” Book Group to discuss THE BERRY PICKERS, which was the 2023 Barnes & Noble Discover Prize winner and was awarded the 2024 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction. It also was a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Amanda talks about her inspiration for the novel, which involved a trip to Maine with her father to show her where his family who was part of the Mi'kmaq tribe came from. She shares that the story was first written in only one voice and explains when she made the decision to change that. The audience questi...2024-10-301h 08Monsters Who Murder with The Serial Killer WhispererMWM S17E07 THE ASSASSINATION OF JFKIn this episode we examine the assassination of the thirty-fifth President of the United States of America, John Fitzgerald KennedySupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/monsters-who-murder-serial-killer-confessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-2322 min
Wine & CrimeWine & Crime LIVE at the Fitzgerald Theater!Get feral at the Fitzgerald with the Wine & Crime Gals! Join Lucy and Amanda LIVE at the Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul, MN on Saturday, September 21st! Tickets are ON SALE NOW!! This is a show you don’t want to miss. https://www.axs.com/events/649219/wine-crime-podcast-tickets?skin=fitzgeraldtheater Unable to join us live in Saint Paul, MN? Stream Wine & Crime LIVE from the Fitzgerald wherever you are by getting your Crowdcast livestream tickets! https://www.crowdcast.io/c/12345789 (Pssst…PATREON supporters get a special $5 off their Crowdcast livestream purchase with a special promo code...2024-09-0801 min
Your Strata Property With Amanda Farmer420. Why Natalie Fitzgerald is running for SCA(NSW) BoardNatalie Fitzgerald is a strata manager determined to improve the working lives of strata managers, with an understanding that change must come from within. In this chat, Natalie shares her thoughts on:
- the ABC News revelations as strata's "Watergate" that had to happen,
- how managers could be better served by their professional association,
- why a better deal for owners starts with better service from managers,
and lots more.2024-08-2226 min
The Business Case For Women's SportsEp. #106 Introducing the USL Super League: The NEW Professional Women’s Soccer League in the U.S., ft. Amanda VandervortIn episode #106 of 🎙️The Business Case For Women’s Sports, presented by Ally, meet Amanda Vandervort, the President of the USL Super League.⚽️Kicking off on Saturday, August 17th, the USL Super League is a brand new professional women's soccer league in the United States.As a Division I league, the USL Super Leagues aims to increase the number of professional women's soccer teams in the country, and create more jobs for women at the highest level of the sport.💰In this episode, hear Amanda and Caroline discuss the league’s plans, and how the USL Supe...2024-08-1324 min
Penny for your ShotsAmanda Smith, Manager & Coordinator, Buggy Barn Museum and Pine Moore Old West TownJoin Amanda Smith of the Buggy Barn Museum and Pine Moore Old West Town in Blanco, Texas, as she shares fascinating stories about her family's collection of antique carriages, experiences in the film industry, and the upcoming Wine Camp retreat. From hosting proms and weddings to collaborating with Hollywood on major films like 'There Will Be Blood' and 'True Grit,' Amanda's passion for preserving the history of the Old West is evident. Discover insights into managing a family-run museum, the rich history of their carriage collection, and hear about Amanda's exciting career as a stuntwoman and actress. Don't...2024-07-2546 min
Dominate Your Niche PodcastEpisode 2 - Getting Visible and Getting in the Press with Amanda FitzgeraldThis podcast episode with Amanda Fitzgerald provides invaluable insights into mastering PR and visibility strategies for entrepreneurs aiming to dominate their niches. Amanda's journey, expertise, and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their business visibility through effective PR tactics.Introduction:Today's episode features Amanda Fitzgerald, renowned as the ultimate door opener in PR and visibility strategy.Amanda has successfully placed clients in prestigious outlets like ITV This Morning, Forbes, The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and more.Interview Highlights:Amanda's Journey: Amanda shares how she transitioned from running a...2024-07-0527 min
Drive Time NebraskaAmanda Diekman / Mrs. Nebraska America 2024Doug is honored to have Mrs. Nebraska America 2024 Amanda Diekman join him on the show. They talk about her pageant journey, 2024 Mrs. Nebraska America Win, bust through some misconceptions about the pageant world, and find out more about GUT IT OUT, a non-profit founded by Amanda and her husband, New York Mets Pitcher Jake Diekman.
https://www.gutitoutfoundation.org2024-07-0441 min
Uplift Aging004: Opening Doors to Aging Services | with Gwen FitzgeraldEpisode 4 features the second part of Amanda's conversation with Gwen Fitzgerald, Director of Public Messaging at LeadingAge (national). They explore how LeadingAge’s Opening Doors to Aging Services initiative is reshaping perceptions about aging services through research and storytelling. Discover the profound impact on public trust, government support, and personal insights into navigating aging with dignity and understanding. This episode offers a compelling look at why redefining our approach to aging and aging services is more important than ever. Tune in and join the movement to uplift aging today!Episode breakdown: 0...2024-06-2520 min
The Business Case For Women's SportsEp. #89 How Amanda Hazer is Helping Women Athletes Transition to Life Beyond Sports, ft. Amanda HazerIn episode #89 of 🎙️The Business Case For Women’s Sports, presented by Ally, meet Amanda Hazer, a “next quarter coach for women athletes.” With a background in neuroscience and an MBA in innovation and product development, Amanda is now the Founder of Amanda Hazer Consulting. In 2023, Amanda decided to take her skills and help women — specifically athletes — to use behavioral change to prepare for a fulfilling life beyond their sport. Through her consulting practice, Amanda works with women athletes as they transition through and beyond sports to their next chapter. She collaborates alongs...2024-04-2923 min
Ecommerce Society PodcastFrom Neuroscientist to Pet Industry’s Up and Coming Reality TV Star, with Amanda Shaw of Barkday PlannerIn this engaging episode, we dive into the world of Amanda Shaw, the creative force behind The Bark Day Planner, a business dedicated to throwing unforgettable parties for pets. From leaving a promising career in neuroscience to navigating the challenges of a niche business, Amanda shares her inspiring journey, the pivotal moments that shaped her path, and her aspirations for the future. We also explore the impact of media features on her business and the potential of branching into reality TV.
Featured Guest: Amanda Shaw, Founder of The Bark Day Planner
Key Points Covered:
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The ThriftersUp-cycling Vintage Leather Jackets with “D.M.Foxx" of Fox FitzgeraldThis week Amanda and Ben talk with D.M.Foxx, Dennis to his friends of Fox Fitzgerald, a collective from Manhattan. Their unique Etsy shop sells not just custom themed biker jackets, but vintage zippo lighters, patches, even BMX bikes, all with serious, rock ‘n’ roll street cred. We get the scoop on how they combine beat-up leather jackets with found items and their DIY artistic flair to create themed jackets for fans of just about anything. We also delve into the grey murk of navigating Intelectual Property, copyrighted imagery and Etsy takedowns, weigh the pros and co...2024-04-021h 05
Soul Sessions JacksonAmanda FitzGerald, Nick Wallace and Cat Cora | JXN Food & WineIn this episode of Soul Sessions, we’ve put together an episode featuring The Local Palate’s Amanda FitzGerald, Chef Nick Wallace and Chef Cat Cora. It's worth listening back to hear their affections for Jackson and have them talk more about the upcoming JXN Food & Wine.2024-03-0108 min
Long may she reignAmanda America DicksonWelcome to the second special episode of black history month, where we will be discussing one of the South's wealthiest black women, Amanda America Dickson. Amanda, like many mixed people in the South before the Civil War, was a product of an assault, but unlike most mixed-race children, she was raised in white society. She would go on to inherit her father's vast estate and become one of Georgia's most famous socialites. Come and hear her story today on this episode!
Bibliography
New Georgia Encyclopedia. “Amanda America Dickson,” March 10, 2003. https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/history-archaeology/amanda-america-dickson-1849-1893/.
History of American Wome...2024-02-2738 minTread Lightly Running Podcast53: How to Qualify for the Boston MarathonIs running the Boston Marathon a dream of yours? As most runners know, you need to run a Boston Marathon Qualifying time (BQ) if you want to run Boston (outside of doing a charity bib). BQ times are challenging for most runners - so we are sharing what we have found works in real-life coaching practice. Before all that, we answer a listener’s question on beetroot supplements for running.
Discussion points include:
Intrinsic vs extrinsic factors that influence one’s ability to run a BQ
How to choose a marathon for a BQ attempt
How racin...2024-02-1735 min
The Everyday Adventure PodcastIWD Sea Swim Mini Series Ep 2 - Amanda FitzgeraldSend us a textAmanda Fitzgerald is an award-winning PR and media training expert whose clients have featured in publications including Forbes, Psychologies and Grazia. She is also a passionate open water swimmer and triathlete. In 2023 she completed the 4km Hever Castle swim raising over £2500 for the Afghanistan and Central Asian Association.Amanda is delighted to be providing PR support for the IWD Brighton Sea Swim. In this episode we explore how she got started with open water swimming and triathlon, the benefits it has brought her and her advice for anyone wanting to ge...2024-02-0512 min
Soul Sessions JacksonAmanda FitzGerald | Jxn Food & WineIn this episode of Soul Sessions, Amanda FitzGerald of The Local Palate talks about the upcoming JXN Food and Wine Festival. Amanda talks about the chef lineup, the talent from Jackson and surrounding areas, the importance of the event to the capital city, the cuisine and history of Jackson, the partnership with The Local Palate, and more.
Transcript: https://www.visitjackson.com/blog/soul-sessions-amanda-fitzgerald2024-02-0209 minBookreporter Talks ToAshley Elston: First Lie Wins Ashley Elston joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her instant New York Times bestseller, FIRST LIE WINS, which is Reese's Book Club pick for January and a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Ashley shares how she came to write this book and why the time was right for her to work on it. She explains what she learned about storytelling from the decade she spent as a wedding photographer, as well as her time writing YA novels, where readers keep authors on their toes. Ashley wrote the start of the book, and it looks much like what people a...2024-01-1954 minBookreporter Talks ToAmanda Peters: The Berry PickersAmanda Peters joins Carol Fitzgerald to talk about her breakout hit debut novel, THE BERRY PICKERS, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Amanda, who is a mixed-race of Mi’kmaq and European ancestry, was born and raised in Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. She explains how a trip with her father to Maine to see the actual site of the blueberry picking that is depicted in the book spurred the story. As he walked her through the fields and showed her the cabin where he and his family had lived during picking season, the story came to her. ...2024-01-1250 minBookreporter Talks To2023 Bookreporter Bets On Selections: Books We're Betting You'll LoveCarol Fitzgerald shares commentary about her 44 Bookreporter Bets On selections from 2023. These are books that she is betting Bookreporter readers will love! Podcast interviews are available for the asterisked authors. Carol’s Three Top Titles of 2023 Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See * Homecoming by Kate Morton * The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger * Fiction Go As a River by Shelley Read * Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson The Leftover Woman by Jean Kwok * Yellowface by R.F. Kuang The Museum of Failures by Thrity Umrigar * The Better Half by Alli Fran...2023-12-151h 33
Culture ColanderDiamond Rings: “We’re paying for signaling”Audra and Elisa dig into the history of diamond engagement rings, the debate around lab-grown stones, and the exasperating experience of attempting to consume ethically. This episode pairs best with sustainable jewelry and proposing with massages.
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