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A Quilting Life PodcastAnother Terrific Quilt Market! | 2024 International Quilt Market RecapIn this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy discuss their recent trip to Houston, Texas for the 2024 International Quilt Market. Sherri and Chelsi share some of the highlights of this year's trip and Billy gives his thoughts on Market as a first-time attendee. Sherri also shares some fun things happening with Moda Fabrics in a new segment, Moda Minute.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=30759Cozy Earth 40% off in November of 2024 with our link (or code AQUILTINGLIFE): https://cozyearth.com/pages...2024-11-1152 minA Quilting Life PodcastRaspberry Summer Fabric Collection and Inspirational Quilting StoriesIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Raspberry Summer. They discuss the inspirations behind this fabric line and the story of how they could not agree on the name. This fabric collection is a sister collection to Strawberry Lemonade and also features a 60" wide dresden block cheater print. Raspberry Summer is expected to ship to quilt shops in February 2025. To wrap up this podcast, Billy shares a couple of inspirational quilting stories from listeners of the podcast. Watch to the end to hear these heartwarming stories.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.bu...2024-07-2236 minA Quilting Life PodcastOvercoming the Dog Days of Summer with Fun and Productive Summer Sewing IdeasIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share and discuss ideas for overcoming the dog days of Summer with some ideas for Summer sewing projects and other things that can be done in your sewing space to help you feel productive and ready to create. This podcast also marks the 4th anniversary of the A Quilting Life Podcast! Thank you to all the loyal listeners and viewers who have supported us along the way. There would be no podcast without an audience!Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post...2024-06-1035 minA Quilting Life PodcastBilly's Wedding, Family Favorites Quilt Book, & Our Eventful Trip to Fat Quarter ShopIn this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy recap Billy's wedding and share some of their favorite memories from the ceremony and reception. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss their trip to Fat Quarter Shop in Austin, Texas. While there, they attended the photo shoot for their upcoming book, Family Favorites. This book will be available in September of 2024 right around the time the Laguna Sunrise fabric collection will be shipping to stores. A link to pre-order this book can be found below. They talk about how this book came to be and share some other fun details about the quilts...2024-05-2742 minA Quilting Life PodcastA Quilter's Identity, Managing Fabric & Batting Shrinkage and Quilting SuperstitionsIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss what it means to be a quilter. They distinguish what it means to identify as a quilter and everything that entails. They also share their thoughts on managing shrinkage in fabrics and batting and read a quilting superstition/tradition from a listener.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29693Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFENew Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com2024-05-1341 minA Quilting Life PodcastListener Questions: Trimming Quilts, Coordinating Fabric, and Adding Size to QuiltsIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. Some topics discussed include trimming quilts, the difference between traditional and modern quilts, low-volume prints, searching fabrics, coordinating solid fabrics, scalloped borders, long-arm quilting, and more! Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29614New Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.comMix & Match (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3IhvCwuFriendly Blooms (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3PDxtOaPatchwork Garden R...2024-04-2950 minA Quilting Life PodcastSewing Machine Buyers GuideIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all things sewing machines. Sherri recently purchased a new sewing machine so it was a good time to compare machines in different price ranges and also discuss how technology has advanced and changed what sewing machines are capable of doing. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29559Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFENew Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.comLazy...2024-04-2246 minA Quilting Life PodcastSharing Quilting with Others and Keeping the Joy of Quilting AliveIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share what kept them excited about quilting after they were first introduced to this hobby. They then discuss how they have tried to introduce others to quilting and give some tips on how to share the joy of quilting with others. We also want to thank everyone who has subscribed to this YouTube channel over the past 4 years. We are thrilled that we have reached the 100,000 subscriber mark. We look forward to creating more fun and informative content for everyone.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support2024-04-0852 minA Quilting Life PodcastSpring Cleaning and SewingIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss spring cleaning tips and ideas and share what they plan on sewing with for this Spring season. They also discuss some of their Spring decor ideas and how they feel more productive during this time of the year. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-107-show-notes/Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFENew Podcast Email Address: aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.comModa 50th...2024-03-2547 minA Quilting Life PodcastLaguna Sunrise Fabric Collection and New Quilt Book, Family FavoritesIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Laguna Sunrise. They discuss the inspirations behind this fabric line and talk about how it mixes and matches well with many of their previous fabric lines, including Strawberry Lemonade. They also share news about a new book they are releasing with Fat Quarter Shop, Family Favorites. One of Chelsi's quilts in this book will be featured in an upcoming sew-along. Laguna Sunrise is expected to ship to quilt shops in September 2024. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog...2024-03-1134 minA Quilting Life PodcastSelecting and Piecing Quilt Backings and Dealing With Mistakes While QuiltingIn this episode, Billy shares a new email for the podcast where listeners and viewers can send all of their listener quilt photos and listener questions to be answered on the podcast. The email is aquiltinglifepodcast@gmail.com. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss all things quilt backings. They share some of the things they consider when selecting the fabric for their backings and what size fabrics they prefer to use. They also discuss how they deal with mistakes they make while quilting. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog...2024-02-2652 minA Quilting Life PodcastAmy Smart of Diary of a QuilterIn this episode, Sherri welcomes Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter to the show. Amy is a quilter, a blogger, a fabric designer, a pattern designer, and an author. Today, Amy shares how she first started quilting and continued pursuing her new hobby as a young mother with young children. Sherri and Amy also discuss their early blogging days and how they found each other online. Amy has a new fabric collection, Albion from Riley Blake Fabrics, that will be available to the public next month. She talks about her process of designing fabric and what specifically inspired...2024-02-1242 minA Quilting Life PodcastDesign Boards, Strike-Off Fabrics, Starting a YouTube Channel, & Sorting FabricIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share a couple fun finds and answer a new batch of listener questions. Some topics discussed include the new navy Strawberry Lemonade print, design boards, sewing machine covers, strike-off fabrics, starting a quilting YouTube channel, sorting fabric, and more! Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-103-show-notesSunshine Girl (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3pLyzjxBotanical Remix (Quilt on the Table): https://tidd.ly/3pGUeJHBoxed Kit for Botanical R...2024-01-2951 minA Quilting Life Podcast2024 Preview: Goals, Upcoming Fabric, UFOs, and Sew AlongsIn this episode, Billy joins Sherri at the main desk as Chelsi is recovering from an illness and caring for a sick child. Sherri shares her goals for 2024, talks about unfinished projects she intends to complete this year, and hints at several sew-alongs she plans on joining/hosting in 2024. Billy relays all of the same information for Chelsi in her absence and also shares a few of his own goals for 2024.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=29083Cozy Earth: https...2024-01-2241 minA Quilting Life PodcastA Quilting Life Academy, Favorite Podcasting Memories, and Looking Ahead to 2024We made it to 100! In this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy look back at the early episodes of the podcast and discuss how it has evolved and become what it is today. They share some of their favorite memories from the podcast and look ahead to what is in store for the future. Sherri also announces her A Quilting Life Academy, an online course for anyone looking to begin their quilting journey. There is a link below for anyone interested in signing up. Thank you to everyone who has listened to, or watched this podcast over the last 2 1/2 years...2023-12-2641 minA Quilting Life PodcastHoliday Sewing and Favorite Holiday MemoriesIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of the holiday-themed projects they are currently working on and ones they plan on completing in the future. They then share some of their favorite holiday traditions. These include favorite snacks, movies, gifts, and memories. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone!Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=28879Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/...2023-12-1159 minA Quilting Life PodcastGiving Thanks and Gifts for QuiltersIn this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy tell what they are grateful for this year in their quilting lives. Sherri and Chelsi then share some great gift ideas for fellow quilters this holiday season. All the products shared on today's podcast are linked below. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=28790Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the...2023-11-2748 minA Quilting Life PodcastImproving Quilting Accuracy, Customer Feedback Influence, and Determining Fabric YardageIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer some new listener questions. Some topics discussed include improving quilting accuracy, how sales reports and customer feedback influence future pattern and fabric designs, determining yardage for a pre-cut-friendly quilt pattern, starching fabric, and more! Chelsi also announces a new sew-along with her All American quilt that begins on Thursday, November 9th. Kits are available for this sew-along while supplies last. There is a link below to purchase the kit. We hope everyone can join in!Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show...2023-10-3052 minA Quilting Life PodcastHoliday Preparation, Two-Tone Quilts, and Quilt Market AnticipationIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming holiday season. They also discuss two-tone quilts and what they are most looking forward to at the International Quilt Market this year.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-95-show-notes/Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/Cozy Earth 35% Off Sitewide with the code: AQUILTINGLIFECoastal (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3F8a3ND...2023-10-2351 minA Quilting Life PodcastQuilting Fails, Overcoming Your Inner Critic, and Progressing as a QuilterIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their past "quilting fails." They share what some of their past failures were, and what they learned from these previous mistakes. They also discuss how they have overcome their inner critic throughout their quilting journeys. They rate how critical they are of themselves and discuss how to find a healthy level of constructive criticism of their work to help them progress as quilters. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts...2023-10-0955 minA Quilting Life PodcastPrecut Fabric ExtravaganzaIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss everything there is to know about precut fabrics. They first name and give the measurements for all of the Moda precut fabrics before diving into all the different ways they can make a quilter's life easier. They share what their personal precut fabrics are and which precuts would be most beneficial for a beginner quilter. Sherri also talks about when she first learned of precuts and how big of a difference they have made in her quilting journey.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/support...2023-09-2558 minA Quilting Life PodcastQuilting on a Budget and Fall Sewing 2023In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss all things Fall sewing. They share what fabrics they plan on sewing with this Fall and what projects and fabrics they plan on displaying in their homes. They also talk about other designers' Fall fabrics they have sewed with in the past and others they are excited to sew with soon. They then talk about quilting on a budget. They give some tips on setting an annual budget for purchasing fabric and talk about great ways to save money throughout the year. Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout...2023-09-1148 minA Quilting Life PodcastSarah Hart-Unger of Best Laid PlansIn this episode, Sherri welcomes Sarah Hart-Unger of Best Laid Plans to the show. Sarah is the host of the Best Laid Plans podcast and the co-host of the Best of Both Worlds Podcast. Sarah is a mother of 3, a physician, and an avid runner. But today she joins the podcast to share tips and ideas about one of her other passions, planning. Sarah's podcast is focused on helping people plan and get organized to live a more manageable and enjoyable life. Sarah shares some great ideas on how quilters and other hobbyists can free up more time to...2023-08-2839 minA Quilting Life PodcastCreativity and Creative Practices to Become Your Best Creative SelfIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss some of their favorite creative practices outside of quilting. They share how exploring other creative avenues influences their fabric and pattern designs. They also discuss how to take creative resets when they feel they need to make a change and talk about ways to get out of a creative slump. Lastly, they discuss how back-to-school schedules can affect quilters with children still in school in a positive way. Sherri adds how the back-to-school season makes an impact on her as well, even though she no longer has young children who attend school. 2023-08-1450 min
The Center Clueless PodcastMcConnell's Freeze, UFO Madness, and Hunter Biden's No Good Very Bad WeekA podcast that takes a day-by-day approach to news and politics, inviting all sides of the aisle to get to the bottom of why everything is so broken. On this episode, Billy Ray and Erik discuss Mitch McConnell's uncomfortable freeze, UFO testimony in Congress, and Hunter Biden's continued douchebag problems. For more information visit www.centerclueless.com. Follow us on the socials - @centerclueless Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-clueless-podcast/id1686254566 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/center-clueless/message2023-08-021h 20A Quilting Life PodcastLinen in Quilts, Finding the Right Quilting Chair, and Project Management StrategiesIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer some new listener questions. Some of the topics discussed include nesting seams, king-sized quilt options, making a quilt pattern multiple times, helpful items for quilt retreats, bamboo batting, best quilting chairs, and more! Chelsi also give an update on her Regal Pines sew-along that just recently started.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-89-show-notesBotanical Remix...2023-07-311h 00A Quilting Life PodcastNew Strawberry Lemonade Fabric Collection and Strength in a Creative CommunityIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss their new fabric collection, Strawberry Lemonade. They give some insights into the inspirations that went into designing this line. They share their favorite prints and talk about a couple of new colors that are debuting in this collection. They then share how some creative small business owners in their community came together to help with the photo shoot for the Moda catalog that Strawberry Lemonade is featured in this month. Also, Billy shares an exciting, non-quilting-related story, that recently took place.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069...2023-07-2441 min
SimulRadio - The Future of RadioRob McConnell Interviews - JOHN GRASSON - Lost Ships of the DesertJohn Grasson is a traveler, explorer, research technician, desert photographer, and part-time truth seeker. To him, the treasure has always been in the story and not necessarily in gold or silver. He is considered the leading authority on the Lost Ship of the Desert, the Black Gold of Pegleg Smith, and is a PROUD member of the Billy Holcomb chapter of E Clampus Vitus.He has been featured on several TV networks from the American Heroes Channel Lost Ship of the Mojave, the Travel Channel Legend Hunter, and the Science Channel Mysteries of the Missing.John...2023-07-191h 00A Quilting Life PodcastManaging Multiple Projects at Once, Paper vs PDF Patterns, and Fabric VarietyIn this episode, Sherri is joined by Billy as she answers a batch of listener questions. Sherri previews her upcoming Happy Go Lucky quilt along that starts on Thursday, June 1st, 2023. Billy also shares an excellent listener quilt and another interesting email with a great picture of a quilter from the late 1800s or early 1900s.Help Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-84-show-notes...2023-05-2945 minA Quilting Life PodcastQuilting Finds the Internet and Technology in QuiltingIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss how the internet has changed the landscape of quilting. They share how quilting blogs, tutorial videos, online quilt shops, and other innovations have helped quilting progress over the last 25 years. The hosts then look back on how different technological advancements have impacted quilting over the years. Billy also announces the winners of the Fat Quarter Shop Bliss Quilt Kit giveaway. Congratulations to the three lucky winners! Use code, AQUILTINGLIFE to get 35% off all purchases sitewide at www.cozyearth.comHelp Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/sup...2023-05-0850 minA Quilting Life PodcastPlaying Thread Chicken, Bliss Quilt Kit Giveaway, and Favorite HobbiesIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi announce a fun giveaway sponsored by Fat Quarter Shop. We will select three lucky listeners that will receive a free Bliss quilt kit and pattern set. Be sure to leave your comment telling what brings you joy in quilting to enter the giveaway. Sherri also shares a long-arm quilting term that she just learned of called "thread chicken." Billy shares some listener feedback from the last episode and then the group discusses their favorite hobbies outside of quilting. Lastly, Sherri and Chelsi give a quick update on their 2nd quarter quilting goals for 2023. 2023-04-2445 minA Quilting Life PodcastQuilting Trivia and "Billy Knows Quilting"In this episode, Sherri tells how she received a notification of a package that was to be delivered to her home from Moda Fabrics. However, this package was not addressed to her or Chelsi, but rather to Billy. What was in the package? The group reveals what was in the package and how it led to the topic for today's episode. First, Sherri and Chelsi quiz Billy on how well he really does "Know Quilting." Afterward, Billy quizzes Sherri and Chelsi on their knowledge of quilting history and other random quilting facts. Billy also shares the results from the p...2023-04-1057 minA Quilting Life PodcastSewing Room Refresh, Spring Traditions, and Our Trip to the Beach Cities Quilt GuildIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap their recent trip to the Beach Cities Quilt Guild in Orange County California. They share some beautiful quilts the women in the guild brought to show during their visit. They then discuss Spring cleaning and decluttering tips for sewing rooms and sewing spaces. Lastly, they discuss some of their favorite Spring decor and traditions that tell them Spring has arrived. Billy also talks about a podcast conference he attended recently and has a favor to ask of all listeners and viewers. There is a link below to a survey that will help...2023-03-2748 min
The Gringo and his GirlfriendWedding Date Coming Soon and How to Talk to your Kids about UFOsIn this episode, Billy and Isabel give a brief life update and also hint at a possible official wedding date announcement coming soon. The couple then dives into the topic of UFOs. Billy is an adamant follower of the UFO phenomena while Isabel doesn't buy into the hype and believes it's possible for it all to be a gigantic hoax. So what do they tell their future children about this subject? Thank you to everyone who continued to inquire about the podcast and asked when the next episode was dropping. This episode would not have happened without you!2023-03-0852 minA Quilting Life PodcastValentine's Day Quilts and Life Lessons Learned from QuiltingIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their favorite Valentine's Day quilts, fabric, traditions, and decor. They then discuss, with Billy, how relevant a holiday Valentine's Day truly is and ask for feedback from listeners as to what they expect from Valentine's Day each year. Lastly, they share life lessons they have learned through quilting.Use code, AQUILTINGLIFE to get 35% off all purchases sitewide at www.cozyearth.comHelp Support our Show Here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts...2023-02-1352 minA Quilting Life PodcastRealistic Goals and Expectations for New QuiltersIn this episode, Sherri shares some of her favorite recent reads and previews this year's A Quilting Life mystery block of the month sew-along. Billy then shares a couple more quilted Hanukkah small projects that viewers sent into the show. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss goals and tasks that brand-new quilters could set for themselves to accomplish in 2023 if they have chosen to start quilting for the first time. They discuss how a block-of-the-month sew-along can be a great way for someone to first start learning to quilt, important fundamental skills to learn in year one, the importance of...2023-01-0939 minA Quilting Life PodcastGrading 2022 and Looking Ahead to 2023In this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy review some great listener feedback they received from the last episode. They then grade themselves on how they did with their 2022 goals and set some new goals for 2023. New Livestream Start Time: Wednesday, December 14th, 2022 1:00 PM PST/4:00 PM PST Use code, AQUILTINGLIFE to get 40% off all purchases sitewide at www.cozyearth.comFor complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=26467Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/2022-12-1251 min
Hailey Hates EverythingThe Billy Bones of His GenerationThis week, Hailey and Sean are presenting clips of all the tangents they went on with Brandon! They talk kombucha, Hailey's first coffee order at Dunkin' Donuts, the genius of Pauly Shore, Sean's terrible impression of a Southern accent, and much more. Sean surprises with scandalous He-Man-related photos while Brandon shares his history of pissing Hailey off with boyband jokes.
In "...Oooh Weeees", Hailey celebrates graduating from her certification course, and the duo discusses acquiring their early Christmas gift. "No Cap" involves a tale of existing while over 40 and what happened when Sean got way too high.
2022-11-041h 04A Quilting Life PodcastGrowing as Fabric and Pattern Designers, Tips for Ordering Fabric, and Other Dream JobsIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer new listener questions. First, Billy reveals the results from the scrappy vs coordinated quilt vote from episode 67, and Chelsi and Billy bury the hatchet, for the time being, after their favorite MLB teams met in the playoffs this year. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss how Moda has helped them in their creative journey as fabric designers and talk about other topics related to fabric design. They also answer some questions about pattern design and reveal what each of their "dream jobs" would be if they were not involved with quilting as a...2022-10-311h 03A Quilting Life PodcastFavorite Fall Fabric, Costume Making, and Halloween TraditionsIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share some of their favorite newly released fall fabrics. Sherri then recounts her memories of making many different Halloween costumes for her children throughout their childhoods. Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy then share some of their favorite Halloween traditions.Remember to use the code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive a 35% discount on all orders from Cozy Earth. A link to their website can be found below.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-68...2022-10-2443 min
Off Track Podcast98: Billy McConnellBilly McConnell, the great National Superstock rider, joins our host Dave Neal for a chat about the season just gone and what the future holds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Send us a textSupport the showWould you like early access to shows and the chance to ask questions of the guests? Well, you can, right here... https://www.patreon.com/join/9993138RidinGraphics: https://www.instagram.com/ridingraphics/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/demographics/?locale=en_GBFacebook: Off...2022-10-2139 minA Quilting Life PodcastFall Sewing and TraditionsIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi recap a recent trip Sherri took to Utah for the Garden of Quilts festival. They also share some fun new finds and feature two lovely listener quilts. Lastly, they discuss their favorite Fall traditions and share some of their personal favorite Fall quilt patterns and color combinations when sewing with Fall fabric. Remember to use the code, AQUILTINGLIFE to receive a 35% discount on all orders from Cozy Earth. A link to their website can be found below.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and...2022-09-2639 minA Quilting Life PodcastQuilt Retreat Tips, Being Intentionally Scrappy, and Summer 2022 Wrap-UpIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a fresh batch of listener questions. Some topics included in these questions are: How to overcome the hesitation to attend a quilt retreat, how to submit a question to the podcast, ideas for hanging quilts, thought processes when piecing together a scrap quilt, the purpose of the Quilting Life Facebook group, and when is Billy getting married! Sheri and Chelsi then give a summer 2022 wrap-up where they each share their favorite moments from this summer, their favorite reads, favorite watches, what is currently inspiring them, and a couple of other new finds.2022-08-2956 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendFantasy Football for a Wedding, Falling Asleep During Movies, and Listener Questions AnsweredIn this episode, Billy emphasizes to Isabel how winning multiple fantasy football leagues this year can help with their future wedding plans. Billy then asks listeners to help decide how many chances Isabel should get to finish watching a movie if she continuously falls asleep while viewing the same film. The couple then answers questions that were anonymously sent to the Gringo and his Girlfriend Instagram account.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.comEnjoy what you heard? B...2022-08-2655 minA Quilting Life PodcastOutdoor Quilt Display, Storage Ideas, and Negotiating Decor with Significant OtherIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss unique ways to display quilts outdoors and throughout a home. They also share their ideas on best-utilizing space when storing quilts and recommend useful pieces of furniture for quilt storage. Lastly, Billy inquires how a spouse, or partner, of a quilter, can best negotiate how to decorate a home that finds a good balance between quilts and other types of decor.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-63-show-notes/...2022-08-2254 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendWe're Back! Podcast and Life UpdateAfter a 4 month hiatus the Gringo and his Girlfriend return to give a quick life update and explain why there have been no new episodes published since April 2022. We are hoping to get back on a regular schedule now that our "Summer Break" is over and start publishing episodes every other week.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.comEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be...2022-08-1228 minA Quilting Life PodcastHow to Start a Business in Quilting and Enhancing your Sewing ExperienceIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share their best tips for someone looking to start a business in the quilting industry. They discuss what they wish they had known before they began their businesses and provide helpful ideas and information anyone should know if they have an interest in turning their quilting hobby into a stream of income. For those who are not interested in starting a quilting business, they also discuss ways to enhance your quilting experience without feeling overwhelmed or burnt out. Also, Chelsi shares two of her new Simply Delightful quilt patterns, and Billy shares pictures...2022-08-0855 minA Quilting Life Podcast10-Day Quilting Challenge, Ideas for Completing WIPS, and Mid-Year Goal ReviewIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi share a fun 10-day quilting challenge that Sherri is currently participating in and blogging about. Sherri also shares a great idea for completing works in progress she recently heard from her friend, and long-arm quilter, Marion Bott. Lastly, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy review their 2022 goals at the mid-year point.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/quilting-life-podcast-episode-60-show-notes/Beachfront (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/3g9YCsDHey...2022-07-1140 minA Quilting Life PodcastStaying Motivated to Quilt, Plaid Fabrics, and Managing Sewing Room TimeIn this special 5th Monday bonus episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer listener questions and share another exciting giveaway for copies of the Quilts & More Summer 2022 Magazine. Billy also announces the winner of the Ecopeco cutting mat giveaway from the last episode. Topics discussed from listener questions include what is on Sherri and Chelsi's reading lists, managing quilting time, how to use plaid in quilt blocks, how to stay motivated when you don't feel like quilting anymore, and systems to keep track of unfinished projects.To enter the giveaway for a copy of the Quilts & More Summer 2022 Magazine...2022-05-3054 min
The Best of The 'X' Zone Radio/TV Show with Rob McConnellRob McConnell Interviews - JIM DILETTOSO - The Phoenix Lights and Billy Meier UFOsJim Dilettoso has over 100 projects and 20 years experience in CAD engineering and communications installation. He was one of the early pioneers in Computer Aided Design systems with experience in systems design and application engineering. He was a founder of the Arizona State University Computer Institute and served as it's CAD and AI Director from 1984 to 1989. While in that post he also served as the NASA Industrial Application Center Technology Director. Clients included Allied-Signal, Taliesan Associates and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, where he served as CAD advisor to Dr.Joseph Rourke. Other CAD and Tele-Communications clients included Ramada Inns, Allison...2022-05-0957 minA Quilting Life PodcastCreating an Ideal Sewing SpaceIn this episode, Sherri, Chelsi, and Billy respond to some of the great feedback they got from their previous two episodes. Sherri and Chelsi then discuss how to create an ideal sewing setting. They look back at when they first began quilting and how they made do with what was available for them as they started their quilting journeys while simultaneously raising young families. They share ideas for sewers and quilters who may not yet have a designated sewing area to make their space as functional as possible. They also talk about how they have each modified their current...2022-05-0951 minA Quilting Life PodcastFinding a Quilt Retreat, Using Precut Fabric, and What is Saving Our Lives Right NowIn this episode, Sherri and Chelsi discuss ways to find, or host, a quality quilt retreat, the benefits of using precut fabric when piecing a quilt, and how they distinguish what constitutes Spring and Summer fabric. They, along with Billy, then discuss some things that are currently saving their lives at this time.For complete show notes, pictures, and links to all of today's featured quilts and fabrics, visit the A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/a-quilting-life-podcast-episode-54-show-notes/United (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/37yHVG1Joyful (Quilt on the...2022-04-2548 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendWhat we are Glad we Did NOT Know at the Start of Our RelationshipIn this episode, Billy and Isabel share a few things they are glad they did not know about each other at the beginning of their relationship. They feel these things could have been potential deal breakers prior to falling in love with one another and accepting each others imperfections and peculiarities.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.comEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read...2022-04-1338 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendOur Take on the Will Smith-Chris Rock Slapping IncidentHere is a short bonus episode that features a segment that was cut from episode 28. In this segment, Billy and Isabel discuss the incident that occurred between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Oscars. Our next full episode will be out on Wednesday, April 13th. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.comEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the s...2022-04-0616 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendThe Evils of April Fools, Bachelorette Party Weather, New Jobs, and Spider BitesIn this episode, Billy starts off by sharing a horrible April Fools prank that Isabel pulled on him several years ago. They then give a quick recap of the latest World Cup Qualifying round. Both Mexico and USA have now officially qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar! The couple then once again discuss what month of the year they feel they should get married in. Finally, Isabel talks about her new job and a spider bite that prevented the couple from recording earlier this month. This episode needed to be cut into 3 different parts. On Wednesday A...2022-04-0144 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendPicking an Ideal Wedding VenueIn this episode, Billy and Isabel discuss their ideal wedding venues. They recently attended an open house for a venue here in Las Vegas and really liked what they saw. This past weekend Isabel was also informed that they could possibly host their wedding at the same location they visited on their first date. Additionally, "The Gringo and his Girlfriend Rate Las Vegas" segment returns as Billy and Isabel rate and review a longtime Las Vegas Italian restaurant, The Bootlegger Italian Bistro. Visit their Instagram page by clicking on the link in the description. Bootlegger Bistro Instagram: h...2022-03-0251 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendHow to Deal with Getting Older and Super Bowl Sunday RecapIn this episode, Billy does his best to convince Isabel she is not old, despite her turning 30 on the 17th of February. Everyone be sure to wish her a Happy Birthday! They then recap this year's Super Bowl. Billy gave out the correct winner of this year's Super Bowl last episode and is now 2-0 picking the Super Bowl winners on this podcast. Isabel falls to 1-1. Isabel then explains her issues with the Rams, and Rams fans. She also explains how she loves L.A. and the Dodgers but does not connect at all with Lakers fans. Billy an...2022-02-1646 min
The PositiVETy PodcastCattle Medicine + An Equine Internship + A Long-Distance Relationship = 2 Thriving Recent Graduates#007 - Maddi Mason and Billy Koutsourakis are two recent graduates that are absolutely thriving in their relatively new roles as veterinary surgeons. But it hasn't been without hard work, dedication and some sacrifice. Not only did their relationship survive the rollercoaster that is vet school (which is no mean feat), they then made the difficult decision to commit to a long-distance relationship, so that they could both pursue their ideal first jobs - a decision that naturally led to some challenges, but sure has paid off.In this episode, we chat about how it is possible to p...2022-02-1358 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendSuper Bowl vs Valentine's Day (2027), Super Bowl 56 Preview, and 2022 Relationship GoalsIn this episode, Billy and Isabel discuss how a couple should handle Super Bowl Sunday/Valentine's Day if they were both to fall on the same day. This could potentially happen in 2027, so be prepared. They then give their Super Bowl 56 predictions and share their 2022 relationship goals.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.comEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the show! S...2022-02-0252 minThe Gringo and his GirlfriendWedding Planning For DummiesIn this episode, Billy vents his frustrations with taking 2nd place in this year's fantasy football league and with the Colts' disappointing finish to the season (To jump past the sports update skip ahead to the 14:14 mark of the episode). Billy and Isabel then recap their 2021 relationship goals and discuss the "non-negotiable" parts of their future wedding.Sports Update - 1:522021 Relationship Goals Recap - 14:53Wedding Planning Begins - 21:50Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gringoandgf/Have a question for Billy or Isabel? Email us at gringoandgf@gmail.c...2022-01-1249 min