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My Dad Stole My LimelightThe Mollusc Dimension on being a reluctant activistIn this episode, I sit with artist (in many, many ways) The Mollusc Dimension AKA Squid (he/him). We discuss Squid’s comic memoir The Weird & Wonderful Surviveries of Squid Horse (shortlisted for The Selfies Book Awards) and the upcoming audio-described comic book version, Squid’s creative process, #cosytrauma, collaborating with other creatives, learning not to put pressure on ourselves to be “perfect” at queerness, why more people should make comics, the vitality of welcoming intersectional communities, and actively choosing the colour pink! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Laure...2025-07-2258 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightThe Mollusc Dimension on being a reluctant activistIn this episode, I sit with artist (in many, many ways) The Mollusc Dimension AKA Squid (he/him). We discuss Squid’s comic memoir The Weird & Wonderful Surviveries of Squid Horse (shortlisted for The Selfies Book Awards) and the upcoming audio-described comic book version, Squid’s creative process, #cosytrauma, collaborating with other creatives, learning not to put pressure on ourselves to be “perfect” at queerness, why more people should make comics, the vitality of welcoming intersectional communities, and actively choosing the colour pink! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Laure...2025-07-2258 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightCharlotte Coulthard-Dare on understanding our bigger part to playIn this episode, I sit with Activist and South Australian Pride Awards Winner, Charlotte Coulthard-Dare (she/her). We discuss Charlotte’s nomination (which after recording became a win!) for First Nations Person of the Year in the South Australian Pride Awards 2025, sharing her culture and heritage through work that Charlotte does, being the role model younger generations need, the process of Charlotte coming out as transgender on a documentary on NITV, being representation when you didn’t have it growing up and ALL THE gratitude for Black trans women without whom so much wouldn’t exist!2025-07-0850 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightCharlotte Coulthard-Dare on understanding our bigger part to playIn this episode, I sit with Activist and South Australian Pride Awards Winner, Charlotte Coulthard-Dare (she/her). We discuss Charlotte’s nomination (which after recording became a win!) for First Nations Person of the Year in the South Australian Pride Awards 2025, sharing her culture and heritage through work that Charlotte does, being the role model younger generations need, the process of Charlotte coming out as transgender on a documentary on NITV, being representation when you didn’t have it growing up and ALL THE gratitude for Black trans women without whom so much wouldn’t exist!2025-07-0850 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightMarc Isaac on gender not having to be front and centreIn this episode, I sit with Comedian Marc Isaac (they/them). Content Warning: Marc also works in the medical field and speaks on the important and hard work of doing research into mental health care and suicide rates among transgender people. We discuss The Loch Ness Monster’s shy side, Marc’s solo festival show The Kilted Queer, making comedy for the people we want it to be for, Marc’s identity throughout school feeling safe and preferring to live in a chosen fantasy world, the importance of representation and diversity in the m...2025-06-241h 03My Dad Stole My LimelightMarc Isaac on gender not having to be front and centreIn this episode, I sit with Comedian Marc Isaac (they/them). Content Warning: Marc also works in the medical field and speaks on the important and hard work of doing research into mental health care and suicide rates among transgender people. We discuss The Loch Ness Monster’s shy side, Marc’s solo festival show The Kilted Queer, making comedy for the people we want it to be for, Marc’s identity throughout school feeling safe and preferring to live in a chosen fantasy world, the importance of representation and diversity in the m...2025-06-241h 03
My Dad Stole My LimelightAnne Xiety on not having to do what people expect you to doIn this episode, I sit with drag performer, comedian and self-described silly, sober, sexy YYC nerd clown, Anne Xiety (she/they). We are also joined by Lulu — the dog in my care — who makes some adorable appearances throughout. We discuss our journeys with sobriety, the importance of taking care of our mental health, being proud of what we put out into the world, Calgary’s queer and sober communities, discovering a better sense of self as we grow and the impact reality TV has had on us! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML:2025-06-0356 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightAnne Xiety on not having to do what people expect you to doIn this episode, I sit with drag performer, comedian and self-described silly, sober, sexy YYC nerd clown, Anne Xiety (she/they). We are also joined by Lulu — the dog in my care — who makes some adorable appearances throughout. We discuss our journeys with sobriety, the importance of taking care of our mental health, being proud of what we put out into the world, Calgary’s queer and sober communities, discovering a better sense of self as we grow and the impact reality TV has had on us! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML:2025-06-0356 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightCourtney Maldo on people remembering what made them laugh, so using that power wiselyIn this episode, I sit with Comedian, Quiz Host and Corporate Trainer, Courtney Maldo (she/her), otherwise self-described as Perth’s Punk Princess of Comedy. We recorded this episode during Melbourne International Comedy Festival, IRL, from Naarm, which was a real treat! We discuss Courtney’s next solo show Gender, Drugs and Rock and Roll, Courtney’s exploration of herself before coming out, feelings of isolation in growing up in a rural area, how much can change generation to generation, theatre in highschool leading to Courtney’s first fan mail, how being aliv...2025-05-1356 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightCourtney Maldo on people remembering what made them laugh, so using that power wiselyIn this episode, I sit with Comedian, Quiz Host and Corporate Trainer, Courtney Maldo (she/her), otherwise self-described as Perth’s Punk Princess of Comedy. We recorded this episode during Melbourne International Comedy Festival, IRL, from Naarm, which was a real treat! We discuss Courtney’s next solo show Gender, Drugs and Rock and Roll, Courtney’s exploration of herself before coming out, feelings of isolation in growing up in a rural area, how much can change generation to generation, theatre in highschool leading to Courtney’s first fan mail, how being aliv...2025-05-1356 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightWill Kostakis on empowering the next generation of readers and writersIn this episode, I sit with YA and Children’s Author and Speaker Will Kostakis (he/him). We discuss Will’s latest award-winning novel We Could Be Something, the importance of libraries for readers and writers, how to support Queer authors when you don't have the money to buy their books, Queer visibility in schools, Will coming out via his writing and empowering each other to grow and evolve! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com ...2025-04-1658 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightWill Kostakis on empowering the next generation of readers and writersIn this episode, I sit with YA and Children’s Author and Speaker Will Kostakis (he/him). We discuss Will’s latest award-winning novel We Could Be Something, the importance of libraries for readers and writers, how to support Queer authors when you don't have the money to buy their books, Queer visibility in schools, Will coming out via his writing and empowering each other to grow and evolve! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com ...2025-04-1658 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightLukas Meintjes on freedom and fear coexistingIn this episode, I sit with Performer, Producer and Comedian Lukas Meintjes (he/him). We discuss Lukas growing up gay in Zimbabwe, his extended run of If You’re From Africa? at the Adelaide Fringe and upcoming run at Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the factors outside of our control when coming out, criminalized homosexuality and how those beliefs are carried down generations, the ongoing process of being out and proud, parents who encourage you to be yourself without realising, and we hear from Lukas’ mum, Noeleen! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren...2025-04-011h 01My Dad Stole My LimelightLukas Meintjes on freedom and fear coexistingIn this episode, I sit with Performer, Producer and Comedian Lukas Meintjes (he/him). We discuss Lukas growing up gay in Zimbabwe, his extended run of If You’re From Africa? at the Adelaide Fringe and upcoming run at Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the factors outside of our control when coming out, criminalized homosexuality and how those beliefs are carried down generations, the ongoing process of being out and proud, parents who encourage you to be yourself without realising, and we hear from Lukas’ mum, Noeleen! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren...2025-04-011h 01
My Dad Stole My LimelightChris Demos on having the most fun when speaking your truthIn this episode, I sit with Comedian and Podcaster, Chris Demos (he/him). We discuss the upcoming run for Chris at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival — Actually Kinda Hot, Cyclone Alfred’s Old Queen status, using the term Queer as a way to say you’re part of something bigger, having the courage to come out when you never thought you would, the power you have to set boundaries when you come out, a dating app being an unexpected way to help young gay men, and how aniseed jelly beans are the worst! 🌈...2025-03-251h 00My Dad Stole My LimelightChris Demos on having the most fun when speaking your truthIn this episode, I sit with Comedian and Podcaster, Chris Demos (he/him). We discuss the upcoming run for Chris at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival — Actually Kinda Hot, Cyclone Alfred’s Old Queen status, using the term Queer as a way to say you’re part of something bigger, having the courage to come out when you never thought you would, the power you have to set boundaries when you come out, a dating app being an unexpected way to help young gay men, and how aniseed jelly beans are the worst! 🌈...2025-03-251h 00
My Dad Stole My LimelightAlayne Dick on why being a mystery is so powerfulIn this episode, I sit with Writer and Comedian (and hopefully my future BFF) Alayne Dick (she/her). Via a disconnected mic on my end and a dodgy internet connection on Alayne’s (but the show must go on, and go on it did, the content is worth it because Alayne is wonderful) we discussed Alayne’s upcoming shows in Australia — bringing her show Purple is the Gayest Colour to Adelaide and Melbourne, people assuming we are straight, starting rumours about ourselves, Alayne’s incredible ability to have zero celebrity crushes, alt comedy vs mainstream comedy, becoming the quee...2025-03-1953 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightAlayne Dick on why being a mystery is so powerfulIn this episode, I sit with Writer and Comedian (and hopefully my future BFF) Alayne Dick (she/her). Via a disconnected mic on my end and a dodgy internet connection on Alayne’s (but the show must go on, and go on it did, the content is worth it because Alayne is wonderful) we discussed Alayne’s upcoming shows in Australia — bringing her show Purple is the Gayest Colour to Adelaide and Melbourne, people assuming we are straight, starting rumours about ourselves, Alayne’s incredible ability to have zero celebrity crushes, alt comedy vs mainstream comedy, becoming the quee...2025-03-1953 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightRae White on community, resistance, reciprocity and restIn this episode, I sit with writer, poet, picture book author, educator and zine maker Rae White (they/them). We discuss Rae’s poetry collections, their first picture book All The Colours Of The Rainbow, our love for trans and gender-diverse people, counteracting hate with intentional creativity, finding ways to be in our body again, the privilege of being out and proud and the significance of The Mummy films in our lives! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com 2025-03-041h 02My Dad Stole My LimelightRae White on community, resistance, reciprocity and restIn this episode, I sit with writer, poet, picture book author, educator and zine maker Rae White (they/them). We discuss Rae’s poetry collections, their first picture book All The Colours Of The Rainbow, our love for trans and gender-diverse people, counteracting hate with intentional creativity, finding ways to be in our body again, the privilege of being out and proud and the significance of The Mummy films in our lives! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com 2025-03-041h 02
My Dad Stole My LimelightLimelight Mailbag with Joanne TsungIn this installment of the Limelight Mailbag episodes, I am joined by comedian, writer, and MDSML favourite, Joanne Tsung (she/her)! We unpack this month’s limelight-stealing submission — from listener Stef. 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com -TIP Lauren to say thanks for the free content: buymeacoffee.com/hi.laurendeborah -SAY HI or share a limelight-stealing story: mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com 🌈 Connect with Lauren’s guest: -Follow Joanne on Instagram: @jtsung -Check...2025-02-0433 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightLimelight Mailbag with Joanne TsungIn this installment of the Limelight Mailbag episodes, I am joined by comedian, writer, and MDSML favourite, Joanne Tsung (she/her)! We unpack this month’s limelight-stealing submission — from listener Stef. 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com -TIP Lauren to say thanks for the free content: buymeacoffee.com/hi.laurendeborah -SAY HI or share a limelight-stealing story: mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com 🌈 Connect with Lauren’s guest: -Follow Joanne on Instagram: @jtsung -Check...2025-02-0433 min
My Dad Stole My LimelightMaryze on actively choosing discomfort in order to growIn this episode, I sit with bilingual singer, songwriter and performer Maryze (she/they). We discuss the fluidity of gender identity, figuring it out as we go and not having to limit ourselves, deconditioning from the cis heteronormative lifestyle, where we choose to invest our time and energy, rebellion becoming habitual, hanging onto childlike joy and wonder and embodying a side of ourself that has no shame! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com -TIP Lauren to say...2025-01-2154 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightMaryze on actively choosing discomfort in order to growIn this episode, I sit with bilingual singer, songwriter and performer Maryze (she/they). We discuss the fluidity of gender identity, figuring it out as we go and not having to limit ourselves, deconditioning from the cis heteronormative lifestyle, where we choose to invest our time and energy, rebellion becoming habitual, hanging onto childlike joy and wonder and embodying a side of ourself that has no shame! 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -FOLLOW Lauren on Instagram: @hilaurendeborah -Join the FREE mailing list: hilaurendeborah.substack.com -TIP Lauren to say...2025-01-2154 min
Look Behind The LookLess Than Zero | Gen X's 1987 Gem in its Stunning ExcessAs Gen Z slowly but surely unearths gems in film history, one of our beloved Gen X films, Less Than Zero, always seems to escape their discovery. This is because the film is not available anywhere- when it is streaming for a few months on MAX, my various text threads light up, but alas, it leaves as quickly as it comes. One of my top 10 gifts ever received was the Vinyl LP for my Birthday 5 years ago and they can pry my burned DVD of the film from my cold dead hands. It's one of my all-time...2025-01-0816 min
Murder Shelf Book Club PodcastEp 110: Mini-Cast- DNA UPDATE- A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham and Tom McCarthy Part 5Ep 110: Mini-Cast- DNA UPDATE- A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham and Tom McCarthy Part 5
In this mini-cast update on the West Memphis 3, Jill tells you the exciting news about the new, modern DNA testing, approved by the Arkansas Supreme Court in April 2024! Need an update on the West Memphis 3 case, who murdered 8-year old Stevie Branch, Michael Moore and Christopher Byers back in 1993. Happy New Year 2025
Buy A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham & Tom McCarthy on Amazon- (highly recommended!
ANNOUNCEMENT- JAN 2025: My new Murder Shelf Book Club Podca...2025-01-0111 min
Murder Shelf Book Club PodcastEp 110: Mini-Cast- DNA UPDATE- A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham and Tom McCarthy Part 5Ep 110: Mini-Cast- DNA UPDATE- A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham and Tom McCarthy Part 5 In this mini-cast update on the West Memphis 3, Jill tells you the exciting news about the new, modern DNA testing, approved by the Arkansas Supreme Court in April 2024! Need an update on the West Memphis 3 case, who murdered 8-year old Stevie Branch, Michael Moore and Christopher Byers back in 1993. Happy New Year 2025 Buy A Harvest of Innocence by Dan Stidham & Tom McCarthy on Amazon- (highly recommended! Sources, photographs, recipes and drink information can be found on Jill’s blog at www.murdershelfbookclub.com – Oct 2024. Contact: jill@mur...2025-01-0111 min
American DiplomatGlobal Agreement: Online Predators Dealt a SetbackAmbassador Deborah McCarthy unpacks the benefits to the global community, particularly the American public, of the recently concluded UN Convention on Cybercrime. The mission: to better protect our children from predators and our data from thieves.2024-12-1237 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightLimelight Mailbag with Jerrilynn SpearsIn these uncertain times, Jerrilynn Spears tells us what the woman of the future should be like. Ready to fuck shit up y’all? I know I am! In this instalment of the Limelight Mailbag episodes, I am joined by the world’s brightest and best drag performer, the only person who can outsing Hannah Montana, the tattoo on my buttcheek, co-host of Cut The Crease podcast and all-around legend and beauty, Jerrilynn Spears (she/they)! We unpack this month’s limelight-stealing submission — from listener Abby. 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -Follow...2024-11-2636 minMy Dad Stole My LimelightLimelight Mailbag with Jerrilynn SpearsIn these uncertain times, Jerrilynn Spears tells us what the woman of the future should be like. Ready to fuck shit up y’all? I know I am! In this instalment of the Limelight Mailbag episodes, I am joined by the world’s brightest and best drag performer, the only person who can outsing Hannah Montana, the tattoo on my buttcheek, co-host of Cut The Crease podcast and all-around legend and beauty, Jerrilynn Spears (she/they)! We unpack this month’s limelight-stealing submission — from listener Abby. 🌈 Connect with Lauren Deborah and MDSML: -Follow...2024-11-2636 min
History of Philosophy Audio ArchiveDeborah Nelson - Ethics Without Empathy: Arbus, Arendt, Didion, McCarthy, Sontag, WeilThis talk describes the ethics and aesthetics of unsentimentality as practiced by some of the late twentieth-century’s most notable women artists and intellectuals. We will consider what it would mean to have an ethics without empathy even in the face of extreme suffering.
Deborah Nelson's Franke Forum talk is titled “An Unsentimental Education: Arbus, Arendt, Didion, McCarthy, Sontag, Weil." Deborah Nelson is Chair and Professor in the Department of English Language & Literature and the College. Her book: Tough Enough: Arbus, Arendt, Didion, McCarthy, Sontag, and Weil won
the Modern Language Association’s James Russell Lowell Prize for Be...2024-05-3130 min
Inside Cyber DiplomacyThe End Is Nigh, Or Is It?In this episode, hosts Jim Lewis and Chris Painter engage in a dynamic conversation with return guest Ambassador (ret.) Deborah McCarthy. She shares insights, as the lead negotiator for the United States, on the status and prospects for the proposed United Nations Cybercrime Treaty.2024-05-0140 min
The Boomer BarBar Groupie: The Story of How Judge Marie Weiner Fell in Love with LawBorn in Milwaukee, self-proclaimed “Bar Groupie” Judge Marie Weiner made her way to the Bay Area in her teenage years and eventually went to school at UC Hastings. In this episode, we talk about her impressive journey presiding over high profile California cases, being a partner at Cotchett, Pitre, Simon & McCarthy, serving on the Conference of Delegates Group for San Mateo County, and being elected as the president of the San Mateo Bar in 2000.
We discuss Marie’s passion for molding the law, a change in her workflow that she calls the “silver lining of the pandemic,” and how no...2024-04-1827 min
Little Italy Podcast & Little Italy of LA PodcastAndria Litto, Filmmaker, “My Father Moves Mountains”Please welcome to our show the mega-talented writer, producer, and director Andria Litto, who joins us to discuss her magnificent documentary, “My Father Moves Mountains,” about her dad, George Litto, who represented many of Hollywood’s top writers who were black-listed during the McCarthy era and beyond. This is a fascinating film, with detailed interviews from actors, writers, and agents, with film footage of a time in Hollywood when studios could crush the careers of actors and writers, but George Litto wasn’t afraid of them. Instead, he fought for the rights of pe...2024-03-2037 min
Deborah Kobylt LIVEAndria Litto, Filmmaker, “My Father Moves Mountains”Please welcome to our show the mega-talented writer, producer, and director Andria Litto, who joins us to discuss her magnificent documentary, “My Father Moves Mountains,” about her dad, George Litto, who represented many of Hollywood’s top writers who were black-listed during the McCarthy era and beyond. This is a fascinating film, with detailed interviews from actors, writers, and agents, with film footage of a time in Hollywood when studios could crush the careers of actors and writers, but George Litto wasn’t afraid of them. Instead, he fought for the rights of pe...2024-03-2037 min
The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging NudgeEpisode#63 - Dare to Receive
The
Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge
Episode 63
Dare to Receive
Jill McCarthy
Welcome, dear listeners,
to our 63rd podcast episode, and this one is truly special. Today, we bring you
a recording from a recent summit that I had the privilege to be a presenter in..
The theme of the summit was "Dare to Receive," a captivating
exploration. The overarching theme for this summit, a part of Deborah's
productions, was "Show Up, Stand Up, and Speak Up." Deborah is
currently curating a conglomerate book featuring insights fr...2023-11-2923 min
If We Can Keep ItEpisode 3: Diplomacy Unveiled: An Ambassador's JourneyJoin us in this illuminating episode as we sit down with Ambassador Deborah McCarthy, a distinguished diplomat with a career spanning across continents. With a background that includes pivotal roles both behind the scenes with organizations like Keep Our Republic and representing the United States in numerous countries, Ambassador McCarthy brings a unique perspective to the world of diplomacy.In this candid conversation, we delve into the remarkable trajectory of Ambassador McCarthy's career, exploring her experiences in Latin America and Europe. Discover what drew her to a career in diplomacy and the enduring impact she's had on...2023-10-2620 min
Chatting with SherriWe welcome multi-award winning make-up and hair designer; Deborah Lanser!Chatting With Sherri welcomes multi-award winning make-up and hair designer; Deborah Lanser!
Deborah Lanser learned make up at a local collage, studied period wig dressing and special effects make up procedures. Started in a Sydney theme park painting children's faces.
Deborah has worked on the' re make' of the Mission: Impossible television series with Peter Graves and Thaao Penghlis which was filmed here in Australia the 80’s.
Deborah has worked with Sir Kenneth Branagh on 2 films and flown around the world with him on a press tour in a private jet. Has worked with Denzel Washington and Emma Thompson in Italy...2023-10-1343 min
Deborah Lebree's podcastChaos or Conscience? A Republican Explains His Vote to Oust McCarthy.The ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy a few days ago demonstrated how powerful a small group of hard-right House Republicans have become and how deep their grievances run.We speak to one of the eight republicans who brought down Mr. McCarthy: Representative Tim Burchett of Tennessee.Guest: Representative Tim Burchett of Tennessee’s 2nd Congressional District.Background reading: How have the Republicans who ousted Mr. McCarthy antagonized him before?Although some names have started to be bandied about, there is no clear replacement candidate for the speaker’s position.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedail...2023-10-0633 min
The Remarkable Leadership PodcastCreating the Life You Want in One Year with Wendy Leshgold The word power carries a lot of weight, and we have the power to be intentional and proactive with our lives. Wendy Leshgold joins Kevin to discuss how to move toward the life you want professionally and personally. She shares five power principles which include, declaring a vision, choosing a new perspective, planning the work and working the plan, using the language of action, and getting curious. It is important to share a bold vision with others, despite it being somewhat scary and vulnerable. This builds relationships, encourages others to support us, and holds us accountable. We need to...2023-10-0539 minDeborah Lebree's podcastThe Ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthyThe vote on Tuesday to remove Representative Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House of Representative has left the chamber mired in chaos.Luke Broadwater, a congressional correspondent for The Times, describes what happened on an unprecedented day in American politics.Guest: Luke Broadwater, a congressional correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: The vote to ouster the House speaker exposed once again the deep polarization in Congress.Mr. McCarthy’s demise also reflected the challenge of wielding a Republican majority in the House that refuses to be governed.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/theda...2023-10-0429 minDeborah Lebree's podcastWhy the Government is About to Shut DownA showdown between House Republicans and their leader, Speaker Kevin McCarthy, is heading toward a government shutdown.Carl Hulse, chief Washington correspondent for The Times, explains the causes and consequences of the looming crisis.Guest: Carl Hulse, is chief Washington correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: How a small minority of right-wing Republicans succeeded in sowing mass dysfunction, spoiling for a shutdown, an impeachment and a House coup.As a government shutdown looms, Speaker McCarthy is toiling to turn the fight over federal spending into a battle over border security.President Biden’s shutdown strategy is simple: Avoid one...2023-09-2926 minDeborah Lebree's podcastThe Republican Attempt to Impeach President BidenSpeaker Kevin McCarthy has ordered an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, putting into motion the third formal attempt by Congress to remove a president in the past four years.Luke Broadwater, a congressional reporter for The Times, explains the unique realities behind this one.Guest: Luke Broadwater, a congressional reporter for The New York Times.Background reading: Mr. McCarthy, who formerly argued that the House must vote before opening an impeachment inquiry, changed his tune this week.What we know about the impeachment case against Mr. Biden.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each...2023-09-1529 min
Awkward ConversationsAny Parent, Any Child: The Truth About Drug MisuseIn this heartfelt episode of Awkward Conversations, we embark on an emotional journey with Deborah as she shares her daughter Dana's struggle with substance misuse, which ultimately took her life. Joanna, Dana’s childhood friend, also joins the conversation and provides valuable insights on recognizing signs of substance misuse. Deborah discusses the challenges she faced, including her desperate attempts to find treatments for her daughter. The episode emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding substance misuse and mental health. Deborah bravely uses her experience to help others, advocating for overdose prevention and recovery support. She...2023-09-0630 min
8th House HealersI Am The Tower And The StarDedicated to Deborah Guerdat6.29.1948- 7.24.2023Deb's Obituary: https://www.goesfuneralcare.com/obituaries/Deborah-Guerdat/#!/Obituary Deb's Celebration of Life: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vx1qgnT1n3AHealerBeing able to call on her nurturing support is fundamental to your survival. She's always close by, but if you are unwell and continue to ignore her wise promptings, your pain will be exacerbated.The Healer kneads your muscles. Her hands are soft and strong as she releases the dark cells of trauma...2023-08-301h 10Inside Cyber DiplomacyThe Proposed United Nations Cybercrime ConventionIn this episode, Jim Lewis and Chris Painter speak with Ambassador (ret.) Deborah McCarthy, the lead negotiator for the United States on the proposed United Nations cybercrime convention, which seems to be going so well the Russians probably regret proposing it. The discussion covers the state of negotiations, the effect of the e-Evidence and CLOUD Act, multi-stakeholder participation, and more. 2023-08-0753 minDeborah Lebree's podcastSpeaker McCarthy Has Lost Control of His HouseEarlier this month, a group of hard-right Republicans hijacked the floor of the House of Representatives in protest against Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The mutiny, staged by nearly a dozen members of the ultraconservative House Freedom Caucus, raised questions about whether the speaker could continue to govern his slim and fractious majority.Annie Karni, a congressional correspondent for The Times, explains how and why this small group of members made the chamber ungovernable.Guest: Annie Karni, a congressional correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: In early June, members of the ultraconservative House Freedom Caucus refused to surrender control of t...2023-06-2727 min
The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging NudgeEpisode#50 - Ultrapreneur & Music Lover Extraordinaire
The Geeky Grandma with an Encouraging Nudge
Episode 50
Deborah Drummond
Ultrapreneur & Music Lover Extraordinaire
In this episode, we dive into the life and achievements of Deb Drummond, an entrepreneurial pioneer and loving mother to Chloae, Ocean, and YaYa to Brynlee, and Kashton. Deb's visionary mindset led her to create seven successful companies in the health and wellness sector, inspiring thousands around the globe. With over 30 years of study and training in Top Performance, she has become a renowned speaker, mastermind trainer, and personal coach, motivating audiences of over 20,000 and personally working with more than 30,000 clients to achieve...2023-05-3127 minDeborah Lebree's podcastKevin McCarthy’s Debt Ceiling DilemmaLast week, Speaker Kevin McCarthy persuaded Republicans to narrowly pass a bill to raise the U.S. debt ceiling, setting up high-stakes negotiations with the Biden administration.Catie Edmondson, who covers Congress for The New York Times, explains the risks this might pose to his job and the country’s economy.Catie Edmondson, a congressional correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: House Republicans have narrowly passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling while cutting spending by nearly 14 percent over a decade.Here’s a look at what is in the bill.For more information on today’s episode...2023-05-0122 minDeborah Lebree's podcastChina and Taiwan: A Torrid BackstoryThe posturing between the United States and China has been intensifying in recent weeks — China responded with condemnations and military drills after Taiwan’s president, Tsai Ing-wen, met the speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Kevin McCarthy.Today, Edward Wong, who covers foreign policy at The Times, explains why China is so fixated on Taiwan, and how the U.S. got in the middle of it.Guest: Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times.Background reading: The Chinese military’s ships, planes and troops held three days of drills in a spectacle designed to warn Taiwan...2023-04-1726 min
World Review with Ivo DaalderTrump's Indictment, EU Leaders in China, Tsai Meets McCarthyDonald Trump has been indicted on 34 felony counts, the first criminal charges to be brought against a former president. What does this mean for America's global standing and the future of its criminal justice system? Meanwhile, Emmanuel Macron and Ursula von der Leyen head to China and Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen meets with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Plus, Northern Ireland marks 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement. Council President Ivo Daalder tackles these issues with Deborah Amos, Nirmal Ghosh, and Philip Stephens on World Review. 2023-04-0743 min
Most Wanted7. Katherine Ann Power & Susan Edith Saxe Part 2In part two of our two part series on Katherine Ann Power and Susan Edith Saxe, we find out what happened to each of the members of the poorly executed bank robbery team, including these two radicals on the run. Sources:*Note: Some of these old articles come from a time before everything had a byline. If I’m not naming a person, it’s because there wasn’t a byline on the article.*· New York Times: “Headliners: Susan Saxe Gets Out”· New York Times: “In Slain Officer’s Family, Anger, and Forgiveness” by Sara Rimer· New York Times: “Man Awaiting Trial...2023-03-1653 min
Aren't You Worried?7. Katherine Ann Power & Susan Edith Saxe Part 2In part two of our two part series on Katherine Ann Power and Susan Edith Saxe, we find out what happened to each of the members of the poorly executed bank robbery team, including these two radicals on the run. Sources:*Note: Some of these old articles come from a time before everything had a byline. If I’m not naming a person, it’s because there wasn’t a byline on the article.*· New York Times: “Headliners: Susan Saxe Gets Out”· New York Times: “In Slain Officer’s Family, Anger, and Forgiveness” by Sara Rime...2023-03-1653 min