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Required ReadingA Christmas Carol with Carly O'Brien Merry Happy! Professor Carly O'Brien returns for her third episode (!) to discuss A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens from 1843.Support the podcast!Follow Carly!Follow Erin!In the new year: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier! Redwall by Brian Jacques! And then... who knows!More episodes with Carly!Dealer's Choice: Johnny TremainWhere the Redfern Grows 2024-12-251h 01
Book Club PodcastMrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien Book ClubIn this episode of the Book Club Podcast, host Carly and guest Margaret, both elder millennials, discuss the book Mrs. Frisbee and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O'Brien. The discussion includes a detailed summary of the plot, touching on Mrs. Frisbee’s journey to save her sick son, her encounters with wise mice and intelligent rats, and the mysterious background of the rats of NIMH. They delve into themes such as ecosystems and civilizations, the impact of scientific experimentation, and the lack of significant character development. The conversation also compares the book with its darker, magic-filled movie ad...2024-08-1055 min
Required ReadingDealer’s Choice: Johnny Tremain with Carly O'BrienI didn't mean to have the American Revolution episode come out on July 3rd, but! I'll take any serendipity I can get.Another Dealer's Choice episode - professor Carly O'Brien returns to discuss Esther Forbes' 1943 Newberry winning novel Johnny Tremain.Book summary: Johnny, a young apprentice silversmith, is caught up with Otis, Hancock, and John and Samuel Adams in the exciting and dramatic operations and subterfuges leading up to the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Lexington. As Johnny is forced into the role of a full-grown man in the face of his new...2024-07-031h 31
Especially Organized: Sensible Solutions for Special Needs Moms9 | Inclusive Organizing: My Conversation with Carly Adams9 | Inclusive Organizing: My Conversation with Carly Adams at Tidy Revival
I am so excited to bring this conversation to you! Carly Adams, professional organizer in Sacramento, CA and host of the Tidy Revival Podcast and I met through social media and immediately connected. We bonded over our shared allyship we both have toward the LGBTQ community and organizing for the communities that we serve that tend to reside in the margins -- families of kids with special needs and the LGBTQ community. We decided to record our conversation about the importance of a judgment-free...2023-05-1652 min
It's A Grooms LifeEp 89 - Steff SingletonSteff amongst many things is a children's author of her wonderful books "The adventures of Huckleberry Pie". Please have a listen as each book has a true meaning behind them Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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The Small & Supercharged PodcastIt's Podmas #9! With Carly O'Brien, Cathy Wright and Rachel PhilpottPodmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you. On this episode, I catch up with Carly O'Brien from COB'S Equine Services and COB'S EVA, Cathy Wright from Cathy's Chocolates and Cakes, and Rachel Philpott from Little Margate Equestrian. We chat all things Christmas from chocolates to pony days and there's a hefty dose of quiz questions too! Enjoy! Music credit: "Jingle bells" by scottholmesmusic.com2022-12-1930 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 86 - Charlotte WatsonCharlotte is a financial planner who is on today to talk about pensions, insurance and planning for the future which we may have not had time to think about too much. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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How to HR#39 How to Add Strings to Your Bow with Carly O'BrienMy guest today is Carly O'Brien, Freelance Groom, VA and Podcaster!
We talk about the ups and downs of running multiple businesses as a solopreneur - you're not gonna want to miss this!
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COB's Equine Services Email | Facebook | Instagram | Website2021-11-1040 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 39 - Sports Horse Select - NickyOMG Nicky is one busy lady. She is running a livery yard of 17 horses by herself (helping hand by husband too), an air BnB and a amazing small business which I think needs to be shouted from the roof tops Equi Travel Safe!!!This is a great episode so please check it out and tag us both in!Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0430 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 38 - Horse SearchIts a real family business here at Horse Search. Mum Karen doing sales and marketing, Claire doing the website and Sally handling social media.Only taking the business on in July 2021, they have big dreams for the brand. Also they are showing a presence and already launched a Rural business directory to give them another platform to showcase their business.Give them a follow for horses for sale and new business on their directory. Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
...2021-10-2823 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 37 - Paddock ApparelEmma has only started her business in July 2020 but has already made an impact on the equestrian world.Emma has strong values on being more sustainable, more ethical and eco friendly. Emma shares her tips where we can be better economical around the yard.Plus, she has provided an exclusive discount for podcast listeners for from episode release using code ITSAGROOMSLIFE for 10% off her websiteSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2021-10-2133 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 36 - Black Nova Designs - DanielleBlack Nova Designs are an IT specialist who are so helpful and make IT as enjoyable as possible lol.Danielle explains in detail about how we can be more safe online, the difference between internet and WIFI, creating websites.If you are thinking in having a website made, then BND are your people. They are happy to answer any questions you may have.The team is growing all the time so their areas of expertise are expanding.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://p...2021-10-1442 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 35 - Ladies Countryside Community - Lindsey & SophieI have been a fan of the LCC group for a long time and was so pleased that Lindsey and her new business manager Sophie joined me to explain about the LCC brand.There are VERY exciting times ahead for LCC! They have already launched a new membership group, podcast and merchandise!Make sure you are following them as they have so much more planned for the future.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0114 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 33 - Kate - Keep It CountryI can not tell you how excited I am to have this special lady on my podcast.I have been a follower of hers for a long time and is one of my highlights on the day!Kate is totally relatable, honest, funny and an amazing mum.I am sure you are going to love listening to Kate as much as I doSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2021-09-1628 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 32 - Atria ActivewearIt was so lovely to speak to founder Katie and her BA Georgina now is a big part of the business and supporting Katie with her brand.Both together, have created a activewear brand which can be used for right, gym or just to lounge around in. They are standing out from the crowd with their bold prints and designs.Check them out on socials for exciting things to comeSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2924 minIt's A Grooms LifeEP 25 - Anniversary EpisodeTo mark me meeting a landmark 25th episode, I have invited some of my previous guests on to have a catch up and share stories. Bekki, Sam, Tabby and Jenni have joined me and we all had such a laugh!I really hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for your continued support. Here to the next 25!Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2021-07-0836 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp 22 The Pony Podcast - Tess & AlexI have been listening to The Pont Podcast for ages and Tess Alex have a massive range of guests on their show.They have both also interviewed me for the British Groom Association podcast which I absolutely loved so I thought it was their turn to be interviewed!Find out more about these fab 2 and their podcast.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-2620 minIt's A Grooms LifeEp1 Hello and WelcomeHello and Welcome to my new podcast It's a Groom's Life. Each week I will talk about anything equestrian and bringing a grooms life to real life.Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/my/profile) Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/its-a-grooms-life-1.
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The Small & Supercharged PodcastIt's PODMAS with Carly O'Brien, Maeve Sheridan & Sarah JohnstoneWelcome to the fifth episode of this year's Podmas - today's episode is with Carly O'Brien from COB'S Equine Shop & Services, Maeve Sheridan from Activate Your Seat, and Sarah Johnstone from Apt Cavalier. On this festive episode, we'll be talking about great gifts for loved ones, different Christmases, time hacks, a bit of business chat, and the ladies will also be answering some slightly random Christmas based questions too! Small & Supercharged Podmas will be running each week day until 24th December, with each episode featuring members of the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group. If you tune...2020-12-0722 min
The Haesy PodcastEpisode 11: Rhonda O'Brien - Why Health At Every Size Is The Only Way To GoIn this week's episode, we spoke with "OG" Health At Every Size dietitian, Rhonda O'Brien. Rhonda has been practicing as a HAES dietitian since 1991, and she makes a great case as to why HAES and Intuitive Eating are the RIGHT way to go! She also explains how Intuitive Eating and diabetes fit together so well, and why shame has no place in the in the health game.
To find out more about Rhonda and the work that she does, check out her website: http://www.dietfreeidaho.com/2020-05-1051 min