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Comfort CreaturesComfort Creatures146: Dinosaur Diaries: ParasaurolophusMore dinosaurs! This week, we discuss the Parasaurolophus AKA duckbilled dinosaur with backwards hat! Ella also has some very interesting EGG information! Plus, the Easter Island Heads, digging as a job, and some gator stories from Amanda! 2025-06-2641 minMalice in the MittenMalice in the MittenS7 E22 - Andrew Israelson - The Beechwood Murders - Till Death Do Us PartAll the nagging finally took its toll! Theme song written and recorded by Alan Hunt. Story researched and written by Rebecca Hiers. Original artwork by Todd Preston. Sources: Sound effect from Uppbeat: gun-shot-1-176892.mp3, gun-shot-rife-gamemaster-audio-1-00-02.mp3 https://www.google.com/search?q=what+are+the+maccabees+in+the+united+states&sca_esv=ec820d6b74279399&sxsrf=AE3TifMb3TIVPenySudPvWxHjKWVHY6DXg%3A1750132292580&ei=ROZQaLuRI_2k5NoPkK6dmAQ&oq=what+are+the+maccabees+in+the+Un&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiIHdoYXQgYXJlIHRoZSBtYWNjYWJlZXMgaW4gdGhlIFVuKgIIADIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABMgUQIRigATIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABMgUQIRifBUi-K1DTAVjfGnABeAGQAQCYAWagAfEGqgEDOC4yuAEByAEA-AEBmAILoAK6B8...2025-06-2327 minTHE MOVIE DOJO PODCASTTHE MOVIE DOJO PODCASTExclusive Interview with director/editor/producer J. HORTON! (Ep.481)What's going on all you monster movie maniacs! Phat Samurai Guy is here with special guest director/editor/producer J. Horton! We discussed his journey in the industry and his most recent creature feature project, A HARD PLACE (2025)! Starring Felissa Rose, Ashley Undercuffler, Rachel Amanda Bryant, Kevin Caliber, Jennifer Michelle Stone II, and Lynn Lowry! With special cameos by Bai Ling and Glenn Plummer! https://youtu.be/UA0HFvvuMAMOn May 27, 2025, audiences across North America will be able to rent or own A Hard Place on Digital VOD, including Apple TV and Prime Video.AppleTV: https://tv.apple.com/us...2025-05-2123 minEveryday Supermoms: Podcast for Real Stories, Inspiration and Support for MomsEveryday Supermoms: Podcast for Real Stories, Inspiration and Support for Moms49| From Foster Care to Forever Home: Amanda Preston’s Journey of AdoptionAmanda Preston shares her journey of becoming a mom to eight amazing children through foster care and adoption. Amanda, a social worker, discusses the ups and downs of adopting children, including those with special needs and prenatal drug exposure. She opens up about the challenges she faced, including navigating the foster care system, dealing with neurodivergent diagnoses like ADHD and autism, and the emotional toll of loving children with uncertain futures. Despite the struggles, Amanda and her husband have built a loving, thriving family. She also shares her insights on how to support foster and adoptive parents, how to...2025-05-1933 minKids with Big Emotions PodcastKids with Big Emotions Podcast111 PDA, Autism & Misdiagnosis: What Parents Need to Know with Amanda PrestonWebsite: 🌐 www.andiclark.comSelf Assessment form: https://subscribepage.io/big-emotions-self-assessmentBook a 30-Minute Call with Andi – Get your questions answered and explore next steps: Book here: https://tidycal.com/andi1/bookacall What if your child’s refusal to brush their teeth, get dressed, or follow instructions wasn’t about defiance—but about survival?In this episode, I talk with Amanda Preston—social worker, mom to eight neurodivergent kids, and expert in Autism, stress responses and misunderstood behavior. We explore what’s really going on when kids can’t do something that seems so simp...2025-05-1952 minFoster Parent WellFoster Parent WellSeeing and Filling Gaps in Foster Care with Amanda PrestonWhat happens when your foster care journey leads you to places you never imagined? Amanda Preston knows this path intimately - from young newlyweds dreaming of "opening an orphanage" to becoming adoptive parents of eight children, veteran foster parents of 16 years, and eventually establishing a mental health clinic supporting neurodivergent families navigating the complexities of adoption and foster care.During Foster Care Awareness Month, this powerful conversation pulls back the curtain on the realities of fostering and adoption from someone who's experienced it from multiple angles. Amanda challenges the widespread misconception that infants adopted from birth don't...2025-05-0748 minComplex Kids, Simple SolutionsComplex Kids, Simple SolutionsAmanda Preston – Parenting 8 Neurodivergent Kids: Advocacy, PDA, and Real-Life WisdomIn this powerful episode of Complex Kids, Simple Solutions, Michelle sits down with Amanda Preston, a mom to eight neurodivergent children, a late-diagnosed ADHD adult, and a fierce advocate for families navigating complex needs.Amanda brings a rare blend of personal insight and professional expertise. As a registered social worker, author, and CEO of Deer Creek Family Support & Therapy, she specializes in Autism and PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and leads a national nonprofit serving foster and adoptive families. Her coaching business, Amanda Preston Co., helps parents feel seen, supported, and equipped to lead their families with compassion...2025-04-1535 minGrow Like A MotherGrow Like A MotherWriting for WellnessIn this episode of Grow Like a Mother, host Jill Wright sits down with Amanda to explore the realities of self-care for parents, especially those raising neurodivergent children. Amanda shares her perspective on why traditional self-care advice often feels inaccessible and how parents can reframe self-care to fit their unique needs.A key part of this discussion is Amanda’s Writing for Wellness Workshop—a transformative space where parents can use writing as a tool for self-care, reflection, and emotional support. She explains how writing can be a powerful outlet for processing emotions, reducing stress, and building a co...2025-04-0926 minThe Emblazers ShowThe Emblazers ShowTapping in to What C-Level Executives Care About - Preston PolkIn this episode of The Emblazers: B2B Leaders Igniting Revenue, hosts Amanda and Tim sit down with Preston Polk, a seasoned C-level executive and former business unit CEO at Wells Fargo, who’s made hundreds (thousands?) of buying decisions over the course of his career. Preston brings a no-nonsense, candid perspective on how executives think, what they really care about, and how salespeople can earn their time—and their trust. With decades of experience across finance, tech, and SaaS, Preston unpacks why most sellers fail to gain access to senior decision-makers, and how you can stand out...2025-04-0138 minThe Heart of Rural AmericaThe Heart of Rural AmericaPractical Tips For Promoting Ag Literacy In Schools with Sara PrestonAfter speaking together at the Minnesota Simmental Association's Pearl & Pastures, Amanda sits down with Sara Preston, a sixth-generation farmer, agriculture educator, and speaker who is passionate about connecting people to the heart of farming. Learn about the agricultural literacy programs she is bringing to classrooms across Iowa and how you can get involved in teaching kids about where their food comes from in your rural community.Presented by Bid on Beef | CK6 Consulting | CK6 Source | Real Tuff Livestock Equipment | Redmond RealSalt | By-O-Reg+ | Dirt Road RadioSave on Redmond Real Salt with code RADKE at https...2025-03-1938 minComfort CreaturesComfort Creatures122: The Wood SnakeHappy New Year! We're manifesting, we're seizing, we're... we're auto-hemorrhaging when disturbed and waiting for the Spring Equinox to make any actual resolutions. It's 2025, the year of the snake, and we're talking wood snakes, working smart not hard and what we didn't know about the Chinese Zodiac! Plus, we have a wonderful Ready Pet Go from Amanda and Kit Kat! 2025-01-0246 minGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanAmanda Sutton of CATALYST Communications ChoreographySend us a textWith over 20 years of experience in public relations, marketing, and sales, Amanda Sutton helps businesses and organizations rise above the noise of competition by crafting powerful, one-of-a-kind marketing and brand strategies. With a focus on impactful exposure and strong communication, Amanda challenges traditional marketing approaches by positioning her clients as leaders in their industries.Based in Simcoe County, Amanda’s PR agency has been a cornerstone of Barrie’s business landscape for over 17 years, supporting everyone from nonprofits to breweries to family enterprises. She combines her global expertise with a deep comm...2024-11-221h 05Internal Rate of Return PodcastInternal Rate of Return PodcastEp 15. Outdoor Hospitality: Investing in RV Parks with Robert PrestonIn this episode, Amanda interviews Robert Preston, the co-founder and CEO of Climb Capital and Unhitched, who has navigated various real estate ventures from flipping homes to managing RV parks. The discussion covers the risks of being an employee versus a business owner, highlighting Robert's journey from humble beginnings as a farm kid to a real estate mogul. Beyond real estate, Robert shares his experiences as a Marine Corps pilot and the values he instills in his family. The conversation delves into syndication, investor relations, and the intricacies of managing properties like RV parks, emphasizing the importance of...2024-10-1755 minPlenty with Kate NorthrupPlenty with Kate Northrup63. Unlocking Abundance from Within: A Conversation with Preston SmilesWhat if embracing abundance and deepening your inner awareness could transform your life and relationships, too? Preston Smiles shares powerful insights to help you shift into a more aligned and abundant way of living.In this heartfelt episode of the Plenty podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Preston Smiles, a dynamic speaker and coach, to explore how embracing abundance and cultivating inner awareness can transform every aspect of your life. Preston shares his incredible journey from surf instructor in LA to a renowned teacher of abundance, highlighting how building the right internal and external foundations can...2024-10-0153 minPlenty with Kate NorthrupPlenty with Kate Northrup63. Unlocking Abundance from Within: A Conversation with Preston SmilesWhat if embracing abundance and deepening your inner awareness could transform your life and relationships, too? Preston Smiles shares powerful insights to help you shift into a more aligned and abundant way of living.In this heartfelt episode of the Plenty podcast, I sit down with the inspiring Preston Smiles, a dynamic speaker and coach, to explore how embracing abundance and cultivating inner awareness can transform every aspect of your life. Preston shares his incredible journey from surf instructor in LA to a renowned teacher of abundance, highlighting how building the right internal and external foundations can...2024-10-0153 minGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanAmanda Fidale & Francesco Celestino of Licious Bakery CafeSend us a textWe are a local family serving authentic Italian family meals using recipes from Francesco's hometown in Calabria, Italy. No shortcuts are taken, with the sauces, sandwiches and ready to heat meals. We also provide catering to special events in Simcoe County, including the hugely popular grazing tables. Come by to enjoy our local business and don't forget to ask Francesco for a serenade. A classically trained baritone, he loves sharing his voice and classic Italian songs to anyone who appreciates a performance!www.liciousbakerycafe.caIG: @l...2024-09-2336 minGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanGood Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and SeanAmanda Kelly and Lauren Andrew of AWAKESend us a textAWAKE is leading sustainability for cemeteries across Canada. They combine patented soil science and smart environmental design to turn ashes to earth—for affordable, beautiful, and eco-friendly resting places. Their newest program is helping municipal cemeteries reach environmental and financial sustainability, with memorial scattering gardens that decrease burial footprint up to 99%. All while being more affordable for families.www.awakeashes.com2024-05-271h 11Homespun: Create the Life You CraveHomespun: Create the Life You Crave008 | My Lovely, Crazy Life with Amanda Preston Amanda and her husband lived in the suburbs in BC outside Vancouver and lived a pretty normal city life. They adopted their 8 kids and they all are neurodiverse. They wanted them to have the ability to have more space so they moved to Alberta and bought an acreage. Once they began that journey they realized they wanted to be more self-sufficient and be the source for as much of their food as they could, oh how I can relate to that! This interview was recorded after only 1 year of them having moved to their land. They started off by...2024-01-0230 minCohesionCohesionInvesting in Team Upskilling and Technology to Improve Efficiency with Preston Lewis, Founder & CEO of IntacticThis episode features an interview with Preston Lewis, Founder and CEO of Intactic, a modern communications company focused on creating human-centric experiences for people at work. Over the last 20 years, Preston has partnered with respected companies to develop and implement communication and behavior change campaigns. He is a sought after employee engagement, internal communications, and enterprise transformation expert and can often be found speaking about the future of work. In this episode, Amanda sits down with Preston to discuss the modern employee experience, investing in technology and upskilling teams, and how to create a human-centric work experience.2023-10-1746 minComfort CreaturesComfort Creatures58: Animals in PoetryWe're tired of pretending most of our favorite poems don't include animals! The truth is Alexis and Ella love poetry! Particularly poems about animals (or animals as metaphor)! We've each found some of our favorite animal focused poems and had a wonderful time sharing and discussing! We also have some pet updates: Percy is HOT and Crumb gets closer to talking with every french fry! Plus, a fantastic Ready Pet Go from Amanda! 2023-09-1440 minDualistic UnityDualistic UnityDualistic Unity Movie Review | Holy Man (1998)Our second movie review episode focuses on "Holy Man" (1998, Touchstone Pictures) starring Eddie Murphy, Jeff Goldblum, and Kelly Preston. A fun and insightful movie about what true success really is and what might be possible when we let go, give in, and take the journey. Enjoy! Buy or Rent the movie here: https://amzn.to/3BGaqNO 2022-12-1742 minHealingTALKS with Amanda HugginsHealingTALKS with Amanda HugginsHelping Men to Find Themselves, Within Themselves: Personal transformation, Consciousness, and Awakened Brotherhood with Preston Bryant and Alex LitwinWhat a spectacular episode we have today, where I get to sit down with Alex Litwin and Preston Bryant to discuss healing, transformation, and consciousness through the lens of the masculine. (Women - don't skip this episode! There are some seriously incredible nuggets of wisdom in here for all).CONNECT WITH THE AWAKENED BROTHERHOOD Awakened Brotherhood's first offering launches 11/29/22. It's a 9 week online journey designed for men to unravel who they are not, to become who they are.  Learn more: https://www.awakenedbrother.com/Connect with Alex and Preston:...2022-11-111h 01Become An Unstoppable Woman™Become An Unstoppable Woman™WHY ABORTIONS MATTER w/ Amanda Kingsley, Certified Feminine Life Coach & DoulaI want to start this one by asking you to take a deep breath. Because today’s episode is controversial and it’s very possible you may find it triggering.  On today’s Become an Unstoppable Woman podcast episode, I have certified feminine life coach, Amanda Kingsley with me chatting all about the importance of abortions, why abortions matter, and our experiences with our own abortions. Like I said, take a deep breath. I know this is an intense topic. But the controversy and intensity of it is no reason not to talk...2022-07-2837 minHell On Heels PodcastHell On Heels PodcastEp35 A Zombie Ex-Husband and Haunted BingoListen, we never claimed to be bi-lingual. Bryce's German tutor told her to just say all the German words phonetically so it's his fault. This week Bryce talks about the Hinterkaifeck Massacre (Don't ask her to repeat any German words). Amanda then talks about Preston Castle and the Hauntings there, one of which includes the spirit of Anna Corbin.LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/hellonheelspodcastInsta: @hellonheelspodcastTwitter: @hellonheelspodEmail: hellonheelspodcast@gmail.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hellonheelspodcastFor pictures from this episode visit us on Instagram...2022-06-261h 36Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #154: Crew Chat - End of the School Year TrainingOn this installment of the Big Time Strength podcast, we are bringing you another crew chat.  Catch up with Gage, Preston, Amanda and Miles as they break down End of the School Year Training. Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free AP...2022-05-1847 minPodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocketPodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocketRedwoodJS: Part 2 with Amanda GiannelliRedwood is a fully integrated, end-to-end, production-ready, fully tested framework. We talk to Amanda Giannelli, Software Engineer at Auth0 and a member of the RedwoodJS core team, about Redwood V1 and more. Links https://twitter.com/giannellitech https://redwoodjs.com https://auth0.com https://community.redwoodjs.com https://tom.preston-werner.com/2022/04/04/redwood-v1-and-funding.html https://podrocket.logrocket.com/redwoodjs Review us Reviews are what help us grow and tailor our content to what you want to hear. Give us a review here. Contact us2022-05-0326 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #152: Liane Blyn, Kat Koch, Kyle FeldmanThis week Amanda sits down with some of the top Strength Coaches in the industry about the past, present, and future of strength and conditioning and the impact of female coaches. Liane Blyn has been a strength coach for over 25 years.  She has worked in college, high school and private sector.  Currently, she is the Director of Olympic Sports at Arizona State University.  Liane also has an extensive athletic career, including that of a power lifter.  She is also the current National Strength and Conditioning Association College Strength Coach of the Year. Kat Koch has been...2022-04-051h 23Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #151 - How Do We Know Our Impact?This week Amanda reads a letter from a former student who reached out after 10 years to articulate how strength and conditioning has played a role in her life. This letter was so good that it had to be shared to inspire other coaches to realize the seeds that are planted every day. This episode also celebrates Women's History Month!   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtimestrength.substack.com2022-03-2916 minOn the Road with ASHEOn the Road with ASHELions, Tigers & ASHE, Oh My! Emily Preston, PE owner/president of Compass Infrastructure Group and Central Ohio SectionJoin us as we talk with Emily Preston, owner, and president of Compass Infrastructure Group,  about starting her firm at the beginning of a pandemic and what it looks like two years later (spoiler alert - she's doing great!), what she sees trending with Ohio infrastructure and her history with ASHE including her current accomplishment as co-chair for the upcoming ASHE national conference in Columbus, OH in May 2022!Connect with Emily: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-preston-pe-88883350/Learn more about her company: https://compassinf.com/Join us in Ohio! http://2022conference.ashe.pro/2022-03-2923 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #150: Sam Schmitz - Simpson College (IA)Coach Sam Schmitz is currently in his 1st year as the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Simpson College in Indianola, IA.  Prior to Simpson, he was the Assistant Director of Athletic Performance at Austin Peay State University.  He also had brief stints at the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa, where he earned his Masters degree.  Coach Schmitz is a graduate of Central College and a native of Missouri Valley, IA. Sam Schmitz Contact Information: Twitter: @sam__schmitz Email:  sam.schmitz@simpson.edu Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors Te...2022-03-1543 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #147 - Kaitlyn Cunningham - Kent State University (OH)This week Amanda interviews Kaitlyn Cunningham the current Assistant Sports Performance Coach at Kent State University.  She is responsible for Women's Soccer and Softball programs while assisting with all aspects of Football. Coach Cunningham is the former Director of Clemson Women's Basketball Strength and Conditioning from 2014-2021. This is a great show you will not want to miss! Kaitlyn Cunningham Contact Information: Email: kcunni35@kent.edu Email: cunningham.kaitlyn@gmail.com Twitter/IG: @k_cunningham32     Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors TeamBuildr T...2022-02-151h 05Property Management BrainstormProperty Management BrainstormEpisode 65: The Best of Brainstorm 2021, Our Top Guest Conversations From Last Year's Episodes!Let's go back to some of the best guest conversations from  last year in the “Best of Brainstorm 2021”, soundbites and highlights from leaders in the property management industry. Topics Covered[3:28] Episode 61 featured Mark Scott of Encore Realty in Bonita, CA and Daniel Rogers of All Seasons LLC in Colorado Springs, sharing their thoughts on moving away from the term "landlord".   [6:40] In Episode 51, our guest was Niv Davidovich, of Davidovich Stein Law Group, who gave us an update on eviction law and squatters rights in California.[9:58] One of my fellow NARPM R...2022-02-0326 minControversy Over CoffeeControversy Over CoffeeS2 Ep. 4 Groundhog Day, NFL News, Civilian Space RaceMatt and Amanda are joined again by returning guest Preston E., discussion includes a recap of America's most coveted holiday - Groundhog Day, recent noteworthy football topics and the future of civilian space travel. Sit down grab a cup of coffee and enjoy.2022-02-0356 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #146: Crew ChatOn this installment of the Big Time Strength podcast, we are bringing you another crew chat.  Catch up with Gage, Preston, Amanda and Miles as they recap the Big Time Strength and Football clinic that was held at Dassel-Cokato High School earlier this month. The crew also dives into "Fatigue vs Failure" and what KPI's they are tracking to assess the efficacy of their programs.   Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the abi...2022-02-0141 minControversy Over CoffeeControversy Over CoffeeS2 Episode 3 Elizabeth Holmes, Pig Hearts, The Supreme Court, 2022 Movie ReleasesMatt and Amanda are joined by resident medical and legal expert Preston E, to discuss hot button issues in the medical and legal communities. We round out by covering some notable movie releases of 2022 as well as a new segment loathe, like or love. 2022-01-271h 10Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #145: Greg Weno - Ankeny Centennial High School (IA)Coach Greg Weno of Ankeny Centennial High School in Iowa has a great episode if you have any questions please make sure to reach out to him!   Coach Weno Contact Information: Email: gweno236@gmail.com Twitter: @CoachGWeno   Thank You to our Amazing Sponsors TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right no...2022-01-2644 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBonus Episode: Speaker Preview - Big Time Strength and Football Clinic - Dassel-Cokato MN - 1/8/22In this bonus episode Amanda highlights the Strength and Football Coaches who will be presenting at the Big Time Strength and Football Clinic on January 8th at Dassel-Cokato High School in Cokato, MN. Thank you to our clinic sponsors: NHSSCA Power Lift Teambuildr Leading Edge Fundraising All Seasons Sports Presenters include: Keynote Jerry Hanson - Honor the Past, Celebrate the Future! STRENGTH Miles Clifton - Luther College (IA) Zack Nauert - Mound Westonka High School...2021-12-3138 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #144 - Auggie Promersberger - St. Edwards High School (OH)This week Amanda interviews Coach Auggie Promersberger out of Ohio.  Coach Promersberger is the current Director of Sport Performance for St. Edwards High School. St. Edwards has a big history of winning and state titles, including most recently State Football Champions!  Coach P talks about his philosophy with technology, the weight room, and life. You can next hear Auggie present live at the Big Time Strength and Football Clinic as the NHSSCA Sponsor Speaker at Dassel-Cokato High School in Minnesota on January 8, 2022.  Click HERE to register. Bio Director of Sport Performance, St...2021-12-281h 11Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #141: Zach Fears - Southeastern Oklahoma State UniversityOn this weeks episode, Coach Zach Fears joins Miles to discuss his program at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.  Coach Fears has been the Director of Sports Performance at Southeastern Oklahoma since January of 2019.  He previously spent time at Lincoln University, Missouri Southern State University, North Carolina State University, Winona State University and Abilene Christian University.  He currently is pursuing his doctorate in Strategic Leadership and on today's episode he dives into how he's using that knowledge to develop leadership qualities in the athletes he is working with at Southeastern Oklahoma. If you want to reach out and learn more fro...2021-10-0654 minMy Rock MomentMy Rock MomentIconic rock photographer Neal Preston talks Led Zeppelin, the movie "Almost Famous," and LA in the 70sNeal Preston is one of the most well respected photographers in the music business. Neal was the official tour photographer for Led Zeppelin, Queen and Bruce Springsteen, photographer for the film "Almost Famous," and has shot for a multitude of world-class magazines including Newsweek, Time, and Rolling Stone. He was also the official American concert photographer for Live Aid in 1985, cementing his status in pop culture.In this episode we’ll discuss why he picked up a camera, surviving LA in the 70s, moments with Cameron Crowe, touring with Zeppelin, shooting Stevie Nicks and the Traveling Wilburys an...2021-08-261h 14Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #140: Lessons from a first year Director of Athletic PerformanceIn this episode, Miles reflects back on the lessons learned in his first year as a Director of Athletic Performance at Luther College.  He highlights a few of the things that he thinks he did well and also touches on a few areas he felt he missed on in year one and will look to improve upon in year two.  Whether you are an assistant looking to move up into a director role in the near future, are currently getting started in a new director role, or have been leading your own department for years now, there something for ev...2021-08-2427 minProperty Management BrainstormProperty Management BrainstormEpisode 59: Understanding Section 8 and the Housing Choice Voucher ProgramThe Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, often referred to as Section 8, is federal government assistance, administered by HUD, for very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with affordable, decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Participants are provided with financial assistance, in the form of a voucher, so they can find their own housing within single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, or apartments in any geographical location. The goal then, of the Section 8 program is to deliver on the promise of housing choice and opportunity for participating  individuals.2021-08-1433 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #138: Crew ChatOn this weeks episode we are coming to you with another crew chat! Catch up with Gage, Preston, Amanda and Miles as we find out what they are working on heading into a new school year.  We discuss what new projects we have planned for our programs for the upcoming year, and we dive deep into a few questions on our favorite pieces of equipment in the weight room. This is a great episode to get you started for the new school year. Check it out! ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's e...2021-08-1257 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #137: Matt Nelson - Pittsburg State University (KS)On this weeks episode, Coach Matt Nelson joins Miles to discuss his program at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS. Coach Nelson is beginning his 8th year as the Assistant Athletic Director/Director of Strength Training & Nutrition at Pitt State. Before his time at Pitt State, he was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at William Jewell College, and also had short stints at Texas Christian University, the University of Missouri and Northwest Missouri State University.  He is a graduate of Northwest Missouri State University, where he played football. Coach’s Contact Information Email - mbn...2021-08-0342 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #136: Paul Kolody - Hunterdon Central High School (NJ)This week Amanda interviews Coach Paul Kolody, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Hunterdon Central High School in Flemington New Jersey.   Coach Kolody has been at Hunterdon Central for 11 years.  He has a strong athletic training background in which he worked at Somerset Medical for 13 years.  He has been at many different levels and has vast experience in both Strength and Conditioning and Athletic Training.   It was a joy to sit down this week to talk with Coach about his experiences, leadership development in our high school athletes, and what our...2021-07-271h 01ReformationsReformationsMeeter Center Summer 2021 Visiting Scholar Presentation: Amanda Eurich and Preston HillThe Meeter Center is pleased to present our summer scholar presentation series, featuring this year’s visiting scholars who are pursuing their research at the Meeter Center.  The first of these took place on July 1, 2021, and our speakers were Amanda Eurich and Preston Hill.  Dr. Eurich, our 2019 Faculty Fellowship recipient, is professor of history at Western Washington University.  Dr. Hill, a recipient of our Student Fellowship award in 2020, received his Ph. D. from the University of St. Andrews in Scotland this spring. After each scholar spoke, there followed a time of questions and discussion. A brief summary of their prese...2021-07-231h 29Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #135: Supporting the Female S&C CoachAs the one year anniversary as a host, this week Amanda reflects in a solo episode on the experience of working to bring Female Strength and Conditioning coaches to the surface of the industry.  She also highlights how others can support and grow coaches!   Thank you to our amazing sponsors!   TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Rig...2021-07-1641 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #134: Crew ChatOn this weeks episode we are coming to you with another crew chat! Catch up with Gage, Preston, Amanda and Miles as we find out what they've been up to over the last couple months.  We discuss R-Strong training, the NHSSCA National Conference and our "ideal" in-season football training schedule.  Make sure to stay tuned until the end for an announcement from Preston! ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports an...2021-07-0645 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #133: Alex Pacitti - Northeastern University (MA)Coach Pacitti is currently an assistant strength & conditioning coach at Northeastern University in Boston, MA in his 3rd year. He works directly with Men's Basketball, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Track & Field, and Men's Rowing. Prior to Northeastern, Coach Pacitti interned at Harvard University, Boston University, and Saint Anselm College. He is a graduate of Saint Anslem College, where he played Lacrosse. Coach’s Contact Information Email - apacitti9@gmail.com Instagram - coach_pacitti ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high sc...2021-06-0454 minThe Cole MemoThe Cole Memo#78 - Edgar, Amanda, and James from ChiHighTours - Chillinois PodcastThis is a conversation with Edgar, James, and Amanda from ChiHighTours. You can book a tour at ChiHighTours.com. Follow @ChiHighTours on Instagram and other social media platforms. You can find James on social media @TheGritMaker on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can find Amanda on Instagram @AdvocacyAmanda420. You can find Edgar on Instagram @edgaravela.2021-05-1448 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #131: Athlete Readiness Roundtable (Hoover, Brokaw, Vogel, Atallah)In this roundtable episode, we hear from coaches that wanted to dive deep into athlete preparation. Resources Mentioned on the Episode: Coming soon...   Coach Contact Information Mark Hoover Twitter: @YorkStrength17 Rob Brokaw CSCS USAW Twitter: @strngthcoachrob Adam Vogel Twitter: @BBCHSAPT Adam Atallah Twitter: @Atallah_Adam _____________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to w...2021-05-131h 22Awesome WomenAwesome WomenSally Preston – Director at Moore AustraliaA tax guru, a business adviser, a board member, a speaker and trainer, a mentor, a mother and a gym instructor. Sally is a Chartered Accountant with the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, as well as a Chartered Tax Adviser with the Tax Institute. She has extensive experience in providing taxation services and advice to clients of all sizes from listed public companies to individuals. She has a background in delivering technical training to firms and clients; in writing articles for various publications and in speaking to groups on tax and business. ...2021-05-0624 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS 130: Crew ChatIn this episode, the Crew welcomes a new member to our crew, Coach Miles Clifton! We also discuss the women's weight room at the NCAA tournament, when and how we decide to add items to our program and we solve the often debated saying on twitter, "how you do anything, is how you do everything." _____________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. 2021-04-0655 minThe Backup Wrap-UpThe Backup Wrap-UpPorteguese University Using Open-Source Backup ToolsAnother industry veteran, Jose Calhariz. joins us this week to explain how he uses the community versions of two open-source backup tools to meet his university's backup needs, while saving money. We have a very interesting discussion that includes coverage of dump, tar, and Amanda. Jose also tells a great story of a huge recovery he had to do, that took several days.2021-04-0552 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #129: Big-Time Changes!On this episode, Gage breaks some BIG-TIME news regarding his future in strength and conditioning and the podcast.  ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free APRE programming template which works automatically within TeamBuildr. No more spreadsheets and workout cards to track training maxes that change day by da...2021-03-1822 min& Associates& AssociatesEpisode 35 - Amanda GormanIn this episode, Carson and Preston talk about the power of music, Shadowhunters, and much more! Follow us on Twitter: @associates_pod @PJEberlyn Follow us on Instagram: @associates_pod @PJEberlyn2021-03-081h 02Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #127: Tony Holler - Plainfield North High School (IL)Retired Chemistry teacher (38 years in classroom), 25 yrs coaching football, 15 yrs basketball, 40 yrs track (presently head track coach at Plainfield North H.S. (IL, Chicago area). Co-owner Track Football Consortium. Owner "Feed the Cats". Writer. Public Speaker. #1 selling DVD at Championship Productions, 2019 and 2020. Currently creating Feed the Cats Certification Program for CoachTube.   Coach’s Contact Information Twitter: @pntrack Email: tony.holler@yahoo.com   ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the...2021-02-251h 20ShiftersShiftersDina Preston-Ortiz & Don Ortiz with DEO Entertainment GroupFlying into the snowy mountains of Afghanistan, Dina and Don Ortiz are master chameleons when it comes to adapting to uncertain situations. They knew flying in that their band will perform for U.S. troops, but that’s really about all they knew. With no escort or guide, they were left to find their own lodging and food. So just like any entrepreneur, they shift when needed. By befriending the locals, they exchange a soul-lifting musical performance for a delicious home-cooked meal. Sounds like a story right from the movies and how this dynamic duo can put on the greatest pe...2021-02-2333 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #126: Brock Behrndt - South Dakota School of MinesCoach Behrndt is currently the Director of Performance at South Dakota Mines where he oversees the entire Performance Department and works directly with Football, Women's Basketball and Volleyball. Previously, Coach served as the Assistant Director of S&C at The Citadel. He also had stops at Central Washington University and Northwest Missouri State. Brock graduated and played football at NWMSU. Coach’s Contact Information Email - brockbehrndt@gmail.com Twitter - @CoachBehrndt Instagram - @BrockBehrndt ________________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading so...2021-02-1745 minBack Of The ClassBack Of The ClassThe One Where Jerry Escapes From The Cave w/ Amanda GoldsteinAmanda “Mandz” Goldstein joins Preston, to talk about Plato’s ’The Allegory Of The Cave’.  While Preston murders a British accent and Mandz slaughters Grecian names, they still find time to cover a wide range of topics including: ADHD, the Socratic method, when sunglasses were invented, Yes Men, future tattoo plans, how to properly liberate people, Jim Carrey, the science behind shadows, the theory of forms, Plato’s lack of architectural knowledge, and WhO oN eArTh could be running the BOTCOP twitter account?!?! Featuring Keren Edelist as a Socrates Stand-in and a new segment called “Okay...2021-02-0544 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #121: Crew ChatIn this episode the Crew reflect back on the lessons learned from 2020, how we create systems to look at testing and data, and our one word for 2021. _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free APRE programming template which works automatically within TeamBuildr. No more spreadsheets and workout...2021-01-1237 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #120 - High School Athlete Roundtable DiscussionEach week we hear from amazing coaches who are working day in and day out with athletes.  Yet, often we do not really hear from our athletes.  In this episode Coach Berg sits down with six high school athletes to have an honest conversation on what it has been like to be a competitive athlete over the past year. Throughout the conversation we hit on being shut down, working through training restrictions and limitations, leading their teams and so much more. _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is th...2021-01-0744 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #119: Richard Burnett - Greater Atlanta Christian School (GA)Head Strength Coach and PE Chair at Greater Atlanta Christian School in Atlanta, GA. Previously the Head S&C Coach at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in 2014 before being hired by Coach Gary Schofield in 2016 as GAC's first Assistant Strength Coach. Transitioning to HS S&C was an answered prayer for my wife and I who at the time were seeking a better family life. I had been at TAMU-CC my whole career up until then and felt like Gary and GAC were the perfect opportunity for us. Even though Corpus Christi was our hometown, Georgia is home for...2020-12-291h 05Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #117: Crew ChatIn this episode the Crew (Gage, Preston and Amanda) discuss how we connect with our athletes, what our main KPI exercises are, and share a story about a conversation we had that defined our career in strength and conditioning.  _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free APRE p...2020-12-1540 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #116 - Missy Mitchell-McBeth - Byron Nelson High School (TX)Coach Mitchell-McBeth has over 15 years experience in the coaching profession.  She is currently the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Byron Nelson High School in Trophy Club, Texas.  There she oversees the development of 13 different sports, over 500 athletes, and trains all sport coaches to assist in the weight room. Prior to this, she was the senior Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at TCU in Fort Worth, TX for 7 years.  There she handled the development of the Women's Indoor Volleyball, Women's Basketball, and Women's Golf programs and assisted with Football. Before her time as a full-time str...2020-12-0852 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #115 - Zack Fleming - Dobyns-Bennett High School (TN)Zack Fleming is the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Dobyns-Bennett High School, a position he has served in since March 2015. Prior to that he was a Graduate Assistant at Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, TN from Jan 2013-Dec 2014.   Coach’s Contact Information Email - zfleming@k12k.com Twitter/Instagram - @Coach_Fleming55 _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even tra...2020-12-011h 04Big Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #114: Happy Thanksgiving!In this episode, Coach Rosier breaks down the Iron Cardinal Competition his staff hosted at William Jewell College this fall, gives some thoughts on what he is thankful for, and also recommends some prior impactful episodes of the Big Time Strength podcast if you're doing some extra listening over the holidays.  _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if y...2020-11-2530 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #113: Crew ChatIn this episode the Crew (Gage, Preston and Amanda) discuss how we implements aspects of strength and conditioning outside the weight room, department competitions we have implemented, and what it takes to be a strength coach right now during COVID. _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free...2020-11-1741 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #112 - Taylor Galadyk - Valkyrie Performance - Veteran's Day SpecialTaylor Galadyk is the owner and Head Coach of Valkyrie Performance. She is a wife, mother, athlete and Marine Veteran who specializes in helping women First Responders and Military service members. It is her dream to see women supporting women, consistently rising above the standards, learning from the front in their masculine AND feminine nature while taking a seat at the table without apologizing for it. Credentials: -Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science University of Louisville 2012 - Marine Corps Officer 2012-2017 - Professional Crossfit Athlete 2012-2016 ...2020-11-1148 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #111: Trenton Clausen - Conestoga Jr-Sr HS (NE)Coach Trenton Clausen is the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, Head Football Coach, Assistant Track & Field Coach, Powerlifting Coach at Conestoga Jr-Sr High School; Director of Sports Performance at Athletes' Training Center; Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Maryland; Strength & Conditioning Intern for Nebraska Football; Strength & Conditioning Intern at TCU; Assistant Football Coach at Lincoln North Star High School Contact Information: email: tclausen@conestogacougars.org Personal (twitter/instagram): @coach_clausen S&C Program (twitter/instagram): @c1stogastrength Football Program (twitter/instagram): @c1stogafootball _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr 2020-11-0331 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #110 - Crew Chat - Sponsor SpotlightIn this week's Crew Chat we spotlight on of our key sponsors in TeamBuildr! Amanda and CEO, Hewitt Tomlin catch up on what has been going on with the company.  We highlight how they have adapted through the pandemic, key features being used, their new podcast and so much more.... Contact Information: Email: hewitt@teambuilder.com Twitter: @teambuildr Instagram: teambuildr _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability t...2020-10-2037 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #108: Kade McGee - American Christian Academy (AL)Coach Kade McGee is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at American Christian Academy located in Tuscaloosa Alabama. He is responsible for all athletes 7th-12th grade. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning specialist through the NSCA and a proud member of the NHSSCA.    Education: Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from The University of Alabama    Masters degree in Coaching and Athletic development from Xavier University    Past jobs/roles: Godspeed Elite Sports Academy- Volunteer Intern (Summer 2016)   University of Alabama- Volunteer Intern (Fall 2016-Spring 2019) (all sports)   Bibb County High School- Strength and Conditioning Coach (part-time) (2018-Spring 2019)   American Christian Academy- Director of Strength...2020-10-0651 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #106: Crew ChatIn this episode the Crew (Gage, Preston and Amanda) discuss how we define our roles as strength and conditioning professionals. We also give shout outs to other podcasts that we have been listening to and find valuable.  _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free APRE programming template w...2020-09-2235 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #105: Amber Burson - Lexington High School (NE)Coach Burson is starting her 12th year as an Athletic Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coordinator/Teacher at Lexington High School in Nebraska. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Athletic Training from the University of Nebraska at Kearney.  Amber earned her Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Sports Management. Amber is the current 2020 Nebraska National High School Strength Coaches Association Coach of the Year.  She resides in Lexington with her husband and three children. Contact Information: amber.burson@lexschools.org Instagram: @le...2020-09-1555 minMy Lovely Crazy LifeMy Lovely Crazy LifeKirabo - A Single Woman's JourneyHear from Tandela Swann, subject of the book Kirabo. Hear abouot her journey as a single woman in her early 20's adopting in Uganda, and her journey since then. This miraculous story is touching and encouraging for those considering adoption!2020-09-0400 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #102: Crew ChatIn this episode the Crew (Gage, Preston and Amanda) announce an addition to the format of the podcast and new projects we are working on to take the podcast to the next level for our listeners. We also discuss our mindsets as we get ready to roll in the COVID era and the challenges with work-life balance when you have a family.  _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and e...2020-08-2545 minMy Lovely Crazy LifeMy Lovely Crazy LifeA Day in the Life of FASDToday Amanda discusses the basics of what FASD is, how it presents, and what it looks like raising children with FASD.2020-08-2400 minMy Lovely Crazy LifeMy Lovely Crazy LifeThe Comparison GameIn this episode we discuss the comparison game that happens in adoptive, fostering and special needs parenting with guest Kyle Raney!2020-08-1000 minBig Time Strength PodcastBig Time Strength PodcastBTS #95: New Co-Host Announcement and RoundtableWe have a special announcement! Coach Amanda Berg from Dassal-Cokato High School (BTS Alum #73) is joining the crew as a co-host! Coach Berg will be focusing on the amazing female strength and conditioning coaches in our industry. We are excited for this new addition to the show and to give female strength coaches a platform to share their ideas and experiences. Reach out to Coach Berg if you are a female coach who would like to be on the show, or know someone who would! _______________________________________________________ TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode...2020-07-081h 00The successfulrealestatebroker\'s podcastThe successfulrealestatebroker's podcastThe Successful Real Estate Broker Podcast Episode 7 Amanda WilliamsAmanda Williams has been involved with real estate since 2008. She has been a private money lender for Fix-N-Flip Deals, Flipped homes herself, bought and sold homes on lease options, subject- to, and owner financed deals and has been a licensed realtor in North Carolina since 2013 serving both buyers and sellers. She currently manages a nice size rental portfolio of her own and helps other agents reach their goals in real estate brokerage and investments. Amanda is a public speaker and hosts numerous events every month for investors, business owners, and realtors. Amanda is being interviewed by Preston...2020-05-271h 01Beyond The OctagonBeyond The OctagonEpisode 43 Quarantine Edition 4Preston and Brock discuss the recent news in the UFC world, including Amanda Nunes pulling out of her title bout with Felicia Spencer, Cowboy Cerrone's surprising recent comments about the Conor McGregor fight, Tyron Woodley's latest antics, and much more!   Instagram: @beyondtheoctagon.mma Twitter: @BeyondOctagon2020-04-3031 minBeyond The OctagonBeyond The OctagonEpisode 41 Quarantine Edition 3 with UFC Featherweight Felicia SpencerOn this episode, Preston and Brock welcome on UFC Featherweight Felicia Spencer to talk about the current situation of the UFC, her upcoming title bout with Amanda Nunes on May 9th, how quarantine has changed her fight camp, and more. You don't want to miss this!   Instagram: @beyondtheoctagon.mma Twitter:@BeyondOctagon2020-04-1630 minMy Lovely Crazy LifeMy Lovely Crazy LifeBuilding Social Bridges in Children with Special NeedsIn today's episode, host Amanda Preston speaks with fellow foster and adoptive mom about building social bridges with children with invisible disabilities, and supporting their peer relationship development. Navigating friendships can be challenging, but they discuss tools on making the process easier for your child. 2020-03-1700 minBeyond The OctagonBeyond The OctagonEpisode 38 with UFC Featherweight Felicia SpencerThe guys caught up with Felicia Spencer just minutes after the UFC announced her title bout with Amanda Nunes on thursday March 5th, and you dont want to miss it! Also, they recap UFC 248 as well as predicting UFC Brasilia.   Instagram: @beyondtheoctagon.mma Twitter: @BeyondOctagon 2020-03-1246 minMy Lovely Crazy LifeMy Lovely Crazy LifeTransracial Adoptee: Derek HamerIn today's episode, host Amanda Preston speaks with Derek Hamer, an adult international adoptee. He shares his feelings on transracial adoption, racism, and culture and provides advice and wisdom for current or future adoptive parents/foster parents. 2020-03-0900 min