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Spotlight Sioux FallsToxic Workplaces? Cota Consulting Knows Exactly What to Dođ Register for the 3rd Annual Leadership & Culture Summit: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/3rd-annual-leadership-cul Christina Cota Donovan from Cota Coaching & Consulting joins us to talk about the real reasons employees quit, how to fix broken culture, and what it actually means to lead well in 2025. If youâve ever struggled with onboarding, retention, people problems, or just feeling stuck with HR, this conversation is for you. We dive deep into the mistakes leaders make (and how to avoid them), how to build an impactful employee experience, and what her Leadership & Culture Summit is all about...2025-08-0842 min
Messy MiddlescenceSeason 2 Finale: Reflections, Growth and GratitudeItâs June! Tara and Tina are ready for swimsuits, sunscreen, and slower days. But before they head to the beach, they want to bring their second season of Messy Middlescence to a close. This season finale has no fireworks, cliffhangers or special guests. Just two sisters sitting down to process what this season has meant to them.In this short but heartfelt finale, they look back on the 20 (!!) episodes of Season 2 and discuss their favorite episodes, the moments that moved them, and the conversations that made them laugh, cry, and grow. They also share some behind-the-scenes in...2025-06-2536 minMessy MiddlescenceChance Encounters and Brave Pivots with Steve TomanWhat happens when the career youâve built for 30 years suddenly and unexpectedly endsâand youâre not ready to retire?In this episode of Messy Middlescence, we talk with our longtime friend Steve Toman about the unexpected turns of midlife and what it means to find purpose again. From mortgage banking to EMT training to smoking brisket at 4 a.m., Steve shares how listening to his interests opened up a whole new season of meaning, joy and contribution.What shines most in this conversation is Steveâs unwavering love and admiration for his wife Kelly, h...2025-06-101h 04Messy MiddlescenceLegacy, Luck, and Learning to Do Hard Things with Tim ContiLast holiday season, Tara and Tina found themselves laughing over an ad for one of those quirky âFamily Questionsâ games. One sample question stood out: âWho in your family would you ask for help if you needed to bury a body?â Without hesitation - and independently - we both came up with the same answer â our younger brother, Tim.This may sound like an odd way to introduce Tim and our discussion with him --but it perfectly captures Timâs unique personality and skill set. Heâs the sibling you call in a pinch - resourceful, unflappable, and endlessly loyal.Tim is the 5th of our 7 siblings (and coincidentally the 5th sibling to be intervi...2025-05-2848 min
Who? WeeklyMia Threapleton, Donovan Michaels & Brett Goldstein?Hurray! Meghan Trainor got the Real ID! She'a all about that... Transportation Security Administration? Brianna Chickenfry is bi & finally free to wear jorts! There's a slew of nepo babies making news this week: Kate Winslet's kid, Will Ferrell's kid and... Mariska Hargitay! Plus, Tom Holland and Benson Boone are bffs and Claire Holt is a TikTok detective. Brittany Furlan gets catfished, David Geffen and his husband Donovan are split and Billy Ray admires himself on the cover of Us Weekly. There's a rumor about the stars of the upcoming film, Office Romance and Christina Haak was SPOTTED!!!
...2025-05-201h 07Messy MiddlescenceGraduation Gift Ideasđ Graduation Gift Ideas for Every Graduate and BudgetIn this timely episode, Tara Conti Bansal and Christina Conti Donovan dive into the whirlwind of graduation season, sharing personal stories, favorite traditions, and dozens of creative and meaningful gift ideas for high school and college grads. Whether you're shopping for your own child, a godchild, a family friend, or a neighbor, Tara and Tina offer insights that blend sentimentality with practicality â perfect for marking one of life's biggest transitions.đ Topics Covered:Personal Graduation Memories: Watches, teddy bears, class rings, and sentimental keepsakes that stood the test of...2025-05-1433 minMessy MiddlescenceLittle p'sQuestions such as âWhat is my purpose?â or âWhy am I hereâ often gain importance as we age. These are big intimidating questions and the answers are unique for each individual. Many of our guests on Messy Middlescence have shared their own personal struggles and triumphs with these questions. Today, we discuss a different perspective on purpose which reframes "purpose" with a "little p" versus a "big Pâ. We at Messy Middlescence did not originate this idea of viewing purpose with a "little p," but it truly resonated with us.So, it may seem a bit strange, but in our e...2025-04-3032 min
Multidimensional MomThe Power of Affirmations with Christina the MediumWe've talked about the power of positive thinking, but what exactly is the science, logistics, and benefits of POSITIVE TALK? A positive affirmation is a declaration to the universe. Affirmations help reprogram your subconscious, substitute positivity for negative thoughts/feelings, combat stress, and even boost self-concept. They help us let go of past constructs and the thoughts or traumas that might be holding us back in our spiritual and personal evolution.The talented Christina the Medium returns to the podcast today to help us grasp the power around affirmations along with some examples of how t...2025-04-2034 minMessy MiddlescenceEmpowered Aging with Margie Zable FisherThe Cabernet Club, released in January 2025, is a novel that follows Debbie Gordon as she seeks big changes and fulfillment in the second half of her life. The book is a light, funny and captivating read that still manages to highlight and explore many of the more serious aspects of the middlescence journey. It is co-authored by the late Rona S. Zable and her daughter, Margie Zable Fisher.In todayâs episode we speak with Margie Zable Fisher about her new book, The Cabernet Club, her mother, writing fiction and Margieâs own middlescence journey. There are so ma...2025-04-1658 minMessy MiddlescenceColleen's StoryOne of the most difficult aspects of middle age is the continual reminder and realization of how fragile life is. This is not to say that terrible things do not happen to young people â they definitely do. However, for many of us â by the time we reach our 40âs and 50âs - we have either experienced or repeatedly witnessed lives that drastically change in an instant. It is almost as if a blindfold is removed and what we once thought of as âunthinkableâ is more common than we believed. Tragic events, accidents, and diagnoses occur suddenly and then life as we know i...2025-04-0259 minMessy MiddlescenceContinuously Seeking with Alexa DareThere are numerous definitions of the word âseekerâ. The one that resonated with us most describes a seeker as ââŚcharacterized by a persistent and often intense curiosity, a desire to understand and explore and a willingness to question and learnâ.In todayâs episode we interview our sister-in-law, Dr. Alexa Dare, Ph.D (Alex is married to our brother, Patrick, the 6th of the 7 siblings in the Conti family). In the early minutes of our interview, Alex describes herself as a seeker and, as the interview unfolds, we learn exactly why. In describing her childhood, her professional life, her lo...2025-03-1957 minMessy MiddlescenceIs it Hot or Just Me? â Discussing (Peri)Menopause with Carin Luna-OstaseskiThe hormonal changes men and women undergo in middle age is one of the defining aspects of middlescence. Similar to what teenagers/adolescents undergo entering puberty, the hormonal changes of (peri)menopause, particularly for women, are dramatic, significant and unique to each person. Western culture and medicine have until quite recently, largely ignored these changes and the symptoms that go along with (peri)menopause and andropause. In regard to (peri)menopause, it has been reported that most doctors receive only 1-2 hours total in their training. And while menopause is a natural process, there are at least 24 p...2025-03-051h 05Messy MiddlescenceGrief DebriefIn todayâs episode, Tara and Tina take time to consider and contemplate the vast amount of both practical information and words of wisdom from the two previous episodes on grief and loss. We hope you were able to listen to our last 2 episodes: âLearning and Living Through Griefâ with Brett Danko and âWhen Their World Stops From Griefâ with Anne-Marie Lockmyer. We recommend that you listen to them before listening to this one. Todayâs episode highlights what we learned and experienced through these interviews with Brett and Anne-Marie. We hope our discussion helps bring more clarity and...2025-02-1829 minMessy MiddlescenceLearning and Living Thru Grief with Brett DankoWe are so inspired by and grateful for the many people willing to share their middlescence journey with us. We are humbled and amazed at their courage and willingness to open up and share their personal experiences, dreams and fears. As we continue with this seasonâs theme of grief â we are especially grateful to our next guest. Brett Danko lost his beloved wife, Dawn, last March. She was 55 and had been fighting cancer for several years. Brettâs middlescence journey has been filled with what for many of us is our absolute worst nightmare. Brettâ...2025-02-051h 11Messy MiddlescenceWhen Their World Stops from Grief with Anne-Marie LockmyerWe opened the 2nd season of our Messy Middlescence podcast discussing grief and loss. We continue with that topic â which will be a recurring theme this season â in our interview today with Anne-Marie Lockmyer (https://www.griefandtraumahealing.com/). Anne-Marie is a grief recovery specialist and award winning author of the book âWhen Their World Stops: The Essential Guide to Truly Helping Anyone in Griefâ.We feel strongly that our interview with Anne-Marie is one that every person â regardless of age and circumstance â can benefit from. At some point in our lives, someone we love or care deeply for will und...2025-01-221h 07Messy MiddlescenceHoliday Recap and Intentions for the New YearWelcome to January! The end of the holidays can hit hard. Even when your holidays have been absolutely perfect, it can be challenging not to dread everything that awaits us in January. Whether it is taking down decorations, starting back on the work/school routine, saying goodbye to loved ones or even just facing those holiday bills â January is full of difficult tasks. We think for most people there is an inevitable sadness -- or perhaps cheerlessness is a better word - that permeates most peopleâs lives as January begins. It is so easy and tempting to shut the d...2025-01-0849 minMessy Middlescence2024 Book RecommendationsThe end of every calendar year sees âbest ofâ lists for just about every cultural category imaginable. But âbestâ is not easily defined when it comes to art and culture â especially when used by critics. Most of the culture that Tara and Tina consume comes from reading and as a result they are continually searching for book recommendations.Although criticsâ lists are sometimes helpful, Tina and Tara have found that those books recommended by family and friends usually resonate far more than those on the criticsâ lists. It is with this mindset that they chose to do their own âbes...2024-12-1848 min
New WayzDonovan Taylor Hall- Changing The Game On Youth DevelopmentSend us a textIn this powerful episode we sit down with public speaker and mental health advocate Donovan Taylor to explore his incredible journey of growth, resilience, and transformation. Donovan opens up about his personal experiences with mental health, detailing the challenges heâs faced and the lessons heâs learned along the way. His story is one of courage turning pain into purpose and using his platform to spark meaningful conversations.We dive deep into Donovanâs groundbreaking work with youth, where his unique approach has redefined how young people engage with personal develo...2024-12-121h 05Messy MiddlescenceA Few Kind Words with Tracey Willis GatesIs kindness overrated? We donât think so. Maybe it is our age, maybe it is the world we currently live in â but it seems, if anything, that kindness is vastly underrated and something our society and communities could use more of.  Cue Tracey Willis Gates â self-proclaimed âkindness ambassadorâ and author of the book âThe Power of A Few Kind Words: Create a More Meaningful Life, One Letter at a Timeâ which shows how important, how easy, and how meaningful kindness can be.Gatesâ book documents her transformational journey of writing a handwritten, unexpected letter of appreciation t...2024-12-041h 02Messy MiddlescenceRadical Empathy: Some Thanksgiving ThoughtsThe Thanksgiving holiday is just around the corner. We know some people for whom this is their absolute favorite holiday â full of food, friends, and family without the financial and commercial concerns of Christmas or Hanukkah. Similarly, we also know people who dread Thanksgiving because it highlights family division and dysfunction and/or creates a difficult environment for those struggling with weight issues or addiction. We, along with most people, fall somewhere in between.We love the idea of a day devoted to giving thanks but it is easy to lose sight of the true meaning of th...2024-11-2045 minMessy MiddlescenceWere I'm Meant to Be with Mary Carolyn Conti We are thrilled to share our conversation with our sister-in-law, Mary Carolyn Conti. A true artist in every sense of the word, Mary Carolyn is a writer, singer, photographer and theater producer extraordinaire. And her joy and excitement about her middlescence years are downright palpable and, as a result, a bit contagious too. It is impossible not to get caught up in her energy and optimism as she talks about her plans and goals for her next phase.In todayâs episode we discuss with her:how she has changed for the better as she has ag...2024-11-061h 02Messy MiddlescenceBeing Able to Say Yes with Anne ContiLast season we interviewed our sister-in-law, Anne Mielke Conti, in the episode âTaking the Leapâ about her momentous life change of leaving her corporate job to be at home. We promised at the end of that episode to touch base with Anne again in the future to see where her âleapâ had taken her. Today, we fulfill that promise by talking with Anne about the good, the bad, and much in between, that has occurred for her and her family in the last 16 months. In âBeing Able to Say Yesâ, Anne recognizes how fortunate she is to have the oppo...2024-10-221h 00Messy MiddlescenceErr on the Side of PresenceSeason #2 of Messy Middlescence begins with a heavy and difficult topic: grief. It may seem like an odd choice for a season opener but Tinaâs family and community experienced an unexpected and tragic loss just a few weeks ago. It was a personal reminder that these middlescence years are often full of painful and sorrowful events. We may encounter the loss of â not just older family members â but of friends, neighbors or colleagues. It caused us to think deeply and personally about how do we get through difficult times of grief and loss? How do we help people we car...2024-10-0837 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Class 5Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.In the final episode of their debut season of Messy Middlescence, Tara and Tina conclude the Timeless Happiness series they have presented for the past few episodes.  Here they return to the â5 Essential Elements of Well Beingâ and focus on the ones that have not been explored in the previous episodes: Health (physical and mental); Social Relationships, and Community Engagement. Tara defines each of these remaining categories and discusses the possible and various ways to achieve them.Tara reiterates the need...2024-07-1140 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Part 5In the final episode of their debut season of Messy Middlescence, Tara and Tina conclude the Timeless Happiness series they have presented for the past few episodes. Here they return to the â5 Essential Elements of Well Beingâ and focus on the ones that have not been explored in the previous episodes: Health (physical and mental); Social Relationships, and Community Engagement. Tara defines each of these remaining categories and discusses the possible and various ways to achieve them.Tara reiterates the need to just start thinking about these â not just from a retirement planning perspective â but for anyon...2024-07-1140 min
Instant TriviaEpisode 1242 - The lyin' king - A samantha bee - Books and their movies - Mountain / man - A tough food categoryWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1242, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: The Lyin' King
1: This mythical king whose name now refers to a never-ending task lied to get out of Hades.
Sisyphus.
2: The False Dmitrys were 3 men who tried to rule Russia by pretending to be sons of this brutal czar.
Ivan the Terrible.
3: One story says this king of Ithaca told Clytemnestra her daughter could marry Achilles, but it was a lie.
Odysseus.
4: Leopold II of this country created the Congo Free State, which the world would later realize...2024-07-0507 min
The TransAtlantic EntrepreneurLinkedIn for Lead Generation, with James Donovan of Nine Two MediaSend us a textIn this conversation with James Donovan from Nine Two Media, we focus on LinkedIn lead generation and strategies for foreign entrepreneurs entering the US market. We especially talk about optimizing LinkedIn profiles, effective outreach, building credibility, and the importance of speed to lead, especially when dealing with American clients.And we address challenges of communication styles, accent perception, and efficient appointment setting, when you're doing business as a foreign entrepreneur in the US. TakeawaysOptimizing LinkedIn profiles is crucial for showcasing authority and generating...2024-06-2630 minMessy MiddlescenceAl Conti - His Retirement StoryIf you are a regular Messy Middlescence listener â you have by now met many members of the extended Conti family. In this episode you will meet Tina and Taraâs father, Al Conti.Al went through middlescence some time ago (he is 81) but Tara and Tina found they often referred to their father as they discussed retirement â particularly in the previous Timeless Happiness episodes. They realized that their parents exemplify many of the lessons Tara shares and discusses in her Timeless Happiness classes.By focusing on Alâs retirement story (their mother declined to be interviewe...2024-06-261h 05Messy MiddlescenceAl Conti - His Retirement StorySend us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.If you are a regular Messy Middlescence listener â you have by now met many members of the extended Conti family. In this episode you will meet Tina and Taraâs father, Al Conti.Al went through middlescence some time ago (he is 81) but Tara and Tina found they often referred to their father as they discussed retirement â particularly in the previous Timeless Happiness episodes. They realized that their parents exemplify many of the lessons Tara shares and discusses in her Timeless Happiness classe...2024-06-261h 05Instant TriviaEpisode 1230 - People who became words - Jr. and sr. - Franks and beens - We gotta go now - Big plays in the bibleWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1230, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: People Who Became Words
1: A swift fellow, this Austrian's name means the speed of an object as a multiple of the speed of sound.
Ernst Mach.
2: Don't lose your head trying to name this execution device named after a French doctor.
the guillotine.
3: The name of this cigarette ingredient comes from the ambassador who sent tobacco to Pairs.
nicotine.
4: Named for a Soviet minister, the Finns fixed these "cocktails" for the invading Russians in 1940.
Molotov cocktails.
5: Up on the...2024-06-2308 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Part 4Tara puts on her âfinancial plannerâ hat once again but this time to discuss the ânumbersâ side of retirement planning in hopes of alleviating some of the mystery and anxiety that often surround this topic. Tara outlines the challenges and uncertainties that can affect financial retirement planning including longevity, inflation, market volatility and unexpected life events. She gives special attention to concerns around inflation and social security. Together, Tara and Tina explore concepts such as net worth statements, retirement projections, and budget tracking. They stress the importance of using a financial advisor and how to find one...2024-06-121h 11Messy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Class 4 (Money part 2)Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.Tara puts on her âfinancial plannerâ hat once again but this time to discuss the ânumbersâ side of retirement planning in hopes of alleviating some of the mystery and anxiety that often surround this topic.  Tara outlines the challenges and uncertainties that can affect financial retirement planning including longevity, inflation, market volatility and unexpected life events. She gives special attention to concerns around inflation and social security. Together, Tara and Tina explore concepts such as net worth statements, retirement projections, and budget...2024-06-121h 11Messy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Part 3In class #3 of the Timeless Happiness series, Tara and Tina take on the topics of money and finances. Tara puts on her âfinancial planner hatâ and walks us through the importance of effectively managing our economic life and the role of finances in our overall well-being. If you are hoping for hard numbers and figures â hold onto that hope for a future episode - because this episode concentrates more on the emotional side of money and finances. Tara challenges us to consider our personal priorities and values in viewing our financial situations. She stresses the need for a heal...2024-05-2951 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Class 3 (Money Part 1)Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.In class #3 of the Timeless Happiness series, Tara and Tina take on the topics of money and finances. Tara puts on her âfinancial planner hatâ and walks us through the importance of effectively managing our economic life and the role of finances in our overall well-being. If you are hoping for hard numbers and figures â hold onto that hope for a future episode - because this episode concentrates more on the emotional side of money and finances.Tara challenges us to consider our pe...2024-05-2951 minMessy MiddlescencePondering the Next Chapter with Matthew DonovanOn todayâs episode, we talk to Matt Donovan, the husband of co-host Tina Donovan.  Tina has spoken quite frequently throughout our previous episodes about her marriage and her husband. In this episode, we hear Matt discuss, in his own words, his middlescence journey which has been defined by his desire for change and for more time.In this episode we discuss with Matt the following:His lifelong curiosity, his passion for exploration and his eagerness to try new thingsReflections on his personal and professional achievementsThe struggles of these last years of his careerThe impact of his p...2024-05-1546 minMessy MiddlescencePondering The Next Chapter with Matt DonovanSend us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.On todayâs episode, we talk to Matt Donovan, the husband of co-host Tina Donovan. Tina has spoken quite frequently throughout our previous episodes about her marriage and her husband. In this episode, we hear Matt discuss, in his own words, his middlescence journey which has been defined by his desire for change and for more time.In this episode we discuss with Matt the following:His lifelong curiosity, his passion for exploration and his eagerness to try new thi...2024-05-1146 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Part 2In this episode of Messy Middlescence, Tina and Tara share their insights from the second timeless happiness class. They share their experiences with the homeplay exercises, highlighting the challenges and eye-opening moments they encountered.
They discuss trying to design ideal weeks for retirement, including the influence of a spouse or partner, free time availability, and shifting from a Monday to Friday routine. They also emphasize the importance of adapting structures, different seasons, and being open to new possibilities in the next phase of life.
They explore the concept of ikigai and finding purpose. Additionally, they...2024-04-3045 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Class 2Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.In this episode of Messy Middlescence, Tina and Tara share their insights from the second timeless happiness class. They share their experiences with the homeplay exercises, highlighting the challenges and eye-opening moments they encountered.They discuss trying to design ideal weeks for retirement, including the influence of a spouse or partner, free time availability, and shifting from a Monday to Friday routine. They also emphasize the importance of adapting structures, different seasons, and being open to new possibilities in the next phase...2024-04-3045 min
Multidimensional MomPast Life Regression with Christina the Medium"I think I know you from somewhere"-- this could quite possibly be true! On today's episode, Christina the Medium is back to talk about what can be learned about going back into some of your past lives. What does your higher self have to say about your soul family, soul purpose, most important life lessons, and karmic debts? How do irrational fears and phobias connect to our past incarnations? How are our spirit guides and council of elders involved in bringing us through these contracts? We'll get into all the mind-bending details as Christina shares some intriguing stories...2024-04-2842 minInstant TriviaEpisode 1173 - Historic classifieds - 1995 cars - Tough chicks - Comedians - Transportation in songWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1173, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: Historic Classifieds
1: "FSBO." this "vast region including Aleutian Islands. $7.2 million OBO".
Alaska.
2: In 431 he would have jumped at the ad "Bishop needed for Celtic island. Must have shamrock".
St. Patrick.
3: Situation wanted: this "ex-naval minister seeks post, nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, sweat".
Winston Churchill.
4: In 1508 he may have successfully responded to "Chapel painter needed. Strong neck a must".
Michelangelo.
5: In the 1660s she could have advertised, "Experienced queen seeks throne. Catholic countries only".
Queen Christina of...2024-04-2807 minMessy MiddlescenceNew Beginnings with Beth NethemTara and Tina continue their recent focus on retirement and retirement planning by interviewing Beth Nemeth who is right on the cusp of retirement.  If the previous episode left you feeling anxious that you have not started thinking about your retirement plans, this interview with Beth will hopefully ease some of that anxiety. It is important to realize that most people for various reasons donât plan their retirement. And often, it comes upon them unexpectedly or abruptly. It is also true that for many us, we are so busy doing and living our life, that we donât have th...2024-04-1756 minMessy MiddlescenceNew Beginnings with Beth NemethSend us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.Tara and Tina continue their recent focus on retirement and retirement planning by interviewing Beth Nemeth who is right on the cusp of retirement. If the previous episode left you feeling anxious that you have not started thinking about your retirement plans, the interview with Beth will hopefully ease some of that anxiety. It is important to realize that most people for various reasons do not plan their retirement. And often, it comes upon them unexpectedly or abruptly. It is also true that for ma...2024-04-1756 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness Class 1This podcast episode revolves around a class Tara taught at the Princeton Adult School called Timeless Happiness. This class focused on how to prepare for your next phase - be it a career change, role change or retirement. Many of the most common retirement challenges are discussed including identity loss and time management. The importance of flexibility, patience, and exploration is also emphasized. Christina and Tara delve into the essential elements of a well lived life, including contribution, relationships, health, and community engagement. Specific exercises from the class are shared such as envisioning an ideal retirement week and assessing pe...2024-03-2745 minMessy MiddlescenceTimeless Happiness - Class 1Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think. This podcast episode revolves around a class Tara taught at the Princeton Adult School called Timeless Happiness. This class focused on how to prepare for your next phase - be it a career change, role change or retirement. Many of the most common retirement challenges are discussed including identity loss and time management. The importance of flexibility, patience, and exploration is also emphasized. Christina and Tara delve into the essential elements of a well lived life, including contribution, relationships, health, and...2024-03-2645 minMessy MiddlescenceMiddlescence MiseryIn this episode, Tina and Tara tackle the complex issue of midlife job crisis. They discuss the pervasive job unhappiness experienced by many individuals in their forties and fifties and question its causes.
Acknowledging both the complexity and size of this topic, they begin by exploring the concepts of fluid and crystallized intelligence and the changes that occur with these in middle age. They also address the challenges and risks associated with transitioning careers and the various life aspects and pressures that can influence this.
Tackling the notion that it might be too late to...2024-03-1225 minMessy MiddlescenceMiddlescence MiserySend us a Text Message. We would love to hear what you think.In this episode, Tina and Tara tackle the complex issue of midlife job crisis. They discuss the pervasive job unhappiness experienced by many individuals in their forties and fifties and question its causes.Acknowledging both the complexity and size of this topic, they begin by exploring the concepts of fluid and crystallized intelligence and the changes that occur with these in middle age. They also address the challenges and risks associated with transitioning careers and the various life aspects and pressures that...2024-03-1225 minMessy MiddlescenceAlways Keep LearningIn this enlightening episode we discuss retirement and aging with Kellie Walenciak based on her published article 'The Secret to Immortality: Why I Will Never Retire'. Kellie challenges the conventional notion of retirement, advocating for a shift towards working âby choiceâ to find purpose and meaning in one's later years.
Kelly's own experiences, as well as her inspiring stories of others, highlight the importance of staying curious, embracing change, and continually learning throughout life. She also discusses the concept of âBlue Zonesâ, where people live longer and healthier lives, and which emphasize the cognitive and social benefits of stayi...2024-02-2657 minMessy MiddlescenceSmooth Sailing with Nimit BansalOn today's episode, we talk to co-hostâs Tara Conti-Bansal's husband, Nimit Bansal. As you will hear in our discussion, for Nimit, there's no big crises, no huge questions or seismic shifts happening, but our discussion highlights an aspect of middlescence that we haven't really discussed much yet, that midlife does not need to be a crisis. It can be a rewarding time of self-acceptance and gently shifting priorities.
As a result, we have titled this episode âSmooth Sailing.â But do not be misled by the title. There are just as many significant lessons and valuable wisdom to be g...2024-02-1458 minMessy MiddlescenceFavorite ThingsOn this short episode of Messy Middlescence, Tina and Tara share the idea of a "Favorite Things Party" and how they use it with their family and friends.
Where did the idea for the Favorite Things come from?
How the Conti Family has changed the original idea to something that they do virtually and annually.
What Tina and Tara like about the Favorite Things concept
They share some of their favorite things from 2023 and previous years.
2024-01-2422 minMessy MiddlescenceCreating a ThemeHappy New Year! In place of New Year resolutions, consider creating an annual "theme" instead. In this episode we discuss the how and why around creating a theme in hopes of motivating others to do the same.2024-01-1030 minMessy MiddlescenceHoliday ChangesIn this short podcast episode, we discuss how the holiday season has evolved over the years, from the excitement of gift giving to the importance of spending quality time with loved ones. We explore the challenges of finding meaningful presents for adult children and the delicate balance between tradition and adapting to new circumstances. With children growing older, we have to navigate the complexities of holiday celebrations and the shifting dynamics of family gatherings. We share our desire for more quality time together, and the possibility of new additions at future holiday gatherings. Through it all, we want to...2023-12-2019 minMessy MiddlescenceParenting Up with Alan Harkness (Part 2 of 2)This episode is part 2 of our conversation with Alan Harkness. It delves deep into difficult aspects of middlescence, particularly the challenges of caring for aging parents and the loss of a parent. Alan shares his personal experiences of moving his disabled mother into his home after his father's passing and the subsequent decision to transition her to an assisted living facility. He discusses the emotional strains and the importance of setting boundaries to protect his own well-being and maintain a healthy relationship with his spouse. Alan talks about the stress and emotional burden of managing his mother's health issues...2023-12-1357 minMessy MiddlescenceGotta Have Goals with Alan HarknessOn today's episode of Messy Middlescence, we talk with Alan Harkness, the husband of our oldest sister, Amy.Â
Alan shares his inspiring life story, starting with his journey from almost failing out of college to becoming a renowned library director. He discusses his passion for libraries and the joy he finds in his work, as well as the challenges and rewards of leadership. Alan emphasizes the importance of relationships in both personal and professional life, highlighting how building trust and connections with others can lead to success. He shares his strategies for achieving a healthy work-life balance, i...2023-12-0632 min
Austin Film Festival's On StoryLawmen: Bass Reeves w/Chad Feehan, Christina Voros, and Damian MarcanoThis week on On Story, a conversation with the creative team behind Lawmen: Bass Reeves, a show based on the incredible real life of Bass Reeves, a man who was born into slavery and later became a Deputy U.S. Marshal. He was the first black man west of the Mississippi River to hold that title, and according to creator and showrunner of the series Chad Feehan, he was âarguably the greatest lawman in the history of this country.â Taylor Sheridan is responsible for making it all happen, and this limited series is the latest installment in his...2023-12-0625 minMessy MiddlescenceThe Curveball with Amy HarknessToday on Messy Middlescence, we talk with Amy Harkness who shares her experience as a medical librarian and mother of four children. Amy discusses her health struggles during middlescence and the frustration of not being taken seriously by doctors. She questions how much of her changing body is due to normal aging and how much is a sign of an underlying issue. Amy also reflects on the impact of menopause and the unexpected symptoms she has encountered post menopause. She talks about her journey in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and the challenges she faces in balancing exercise and self-care...2023-11-2951 minMessy MiddlescenceMaximizing Life with Tom ContiToday's episode of Messy Middlescence is with our youngest brother, Tom Conti. Tom is a gifted athlete, excellent student (majoring in computer science and math), devoted father, husband and friend, as well as super successful in his business endeavors. He is also thoughtful, down-to-earth and fun to be around.  In a previous episode titled âtaking the leapâ, we interviewed Tomâs wife, Anne Mielke Conti, who had recently left her job to spend more time with their kids. We get to hear how Anneâs big leap has affected their lives. Tom as an unusual combination in todayâs world â someo...2023-11-2256 minMessy MiddlescenceTaking the Leap with Anne ContiTodayâs episode was recorded back in June right after school let out. Due to busy and conflicting schedules it took us until the fall to get our podcast live.Â
This episode is with Anne Meilke Conti. She is the wife of our youngest brother, Tom, and at the time of this interview had recently quit her job to spend more time with her family. Anne and Tom have three children. Anne has had a successful career for the past 20 years working for two healthcare information technology companies. We were excited to talk to Anne to learn mor...2023-11-151h 04Messy MiddlescenceWinding Down with Christina DonovanThis podcast episode delves into the concept of Middlescence, a transitional period between the ages of 40 and 60 characterized by the need for change and a sense of running out of time. Tara interviews her sister Tina to learn more about her story and experiences. Tina reflects on her idyllic childhood, challenging adolescence, fun college years, and hardworking twenties and thirties. She shares how moving to a new school in her junior year of high school had a significant impact on her, and how college provided a fresh start and the opportunity to form deep friendships. Tina discusses her brief...2023-11-0828 minMessy MiddlescenceAll my Life-Tara BansalPremier eposide of our podcast, "Messy Middlescence" featuring the introduction of one of our hosts, Tara Bansal.Â
In this episode:
We discuss why we decided to do this podcast
Where the name came from
Why we are different
Learn about Tara's background and where she is now in her life
2023-11-0135 min
The Enrollment Spectrum PodcastLive from AC23: EMA Podcast Hosts All in One Room!Welcome to a special episode of the Enrollment Spectrum Podcast, where we broadcast live from EMA's 2023 Annual Conference in Las Vegas. In this unique episode, we have gathered all your favorite EMA podcast hosts under one roof. This includes Rebecca Malotke-Mmeslin and Lynne Macziewski from 'Confidently You,' John Gentile and Rohan Arjun from 'Different Perspectives,' and Ari Betof and Christian Donovan from 'Impossible Questions.' Join us as we share memorable moments from our last podcast season, dive into the latest trends shaping independent schools, and provide a sneak peek into exciting episodes awaiting you in the...2023-09-2848 min
Multidimensional MomHaunted Objects and Artifacts with Christina the MediumIt's finally our high holy season, and Christina the Medium is back on the podcast to explain the phenomenon around haunted objects. Can objects act as portals to bring spirits into your space? How do they collect and emit energy? What makes them haunted? From poltergeists to haunted museums to thrift shops, Christina guides us through the art of psychometry and why objects are sometimes infused with spirits.Plus, we get into The Unbinding, a Planet Weird production on Prime Video. Have you seen it yet? Listen as we hear a psychic's interpretation!  2023-09-2431 minInstant TriviaEpisode 944 - "me" tv - Taking a "bath" - They planned their own funeral - Which english monarch? - Pulitzer-winning charactersWelcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 944, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet.
Round 1. Category: "me" tv
1: From 1992 to 1999 you could visit this title "Place" on Fox.
Melrose Place.
2: Chuck Todd hosts this longest-running show on network television.
Meet the Press.
3: Rachael Ray began making them on Food Network in 2001.
30-minute meals.
4: This series starts with Linda Cardellini and Christina Applegate meeting in a grief support group and becoming friends.
Dead to Me.
5: Flower and Mozart were 2 of the title "kats" of the manor on this docudrama.
Meerkat Manor.
Round 2. Category: taking...2023-09-1208 min
The Heart & Hustle Podcast345: Pitching Yourself as a Podcast Guest to Grow Your Business with Christina NicholsonHave you ever wondered how you can utilize podcasts to grow and market your business, youâre in for a treat today. We have the JOY of talking to the amazing Christina Nicholson. Today Christina breaks down the difference between hosting your own podcast vs being a guest on someone elseâs and the pros and cons of each. We then dive DEEP into the strategy and insight on how to write a good pitch to get yourself on podcasts, the biggest mistakes people make, what to know from a hostâs perspective, and strategies to use to max...2023-09-0558 minThe Enrollment Spectrum PodcastFuture LeadersPlease join us for a conversation with Quentin McDowell, Head of School at Mercersburg Academy (PA), Barbara Eghan, Founding Executive Director of Civic Lab at the Georgetown Day School (DC), Jill Thompson, Director of Admission at Phillips Academy (MA), and Christian Donovan, Head of School at Friends School of Baltimore (MD). Quentin, Barbara, Jill, and Christian are the founders of the Enrollment Management Associationâs Future Leaders Institute, which focuses on the individual goals of enrollment professionals who wish to build their career, enhance their leadership skills, and grow their professional network.  2023-06-1448 min
Thoughts from a Page PodcastInterview with Christina Lauren - THE TRUE LOVE EXPERIMENTIn this interview, Christina, Lauren, and I discuss The True Love Experiment, how they decided to tell Fizzy's story, deciding how much steam to include and who drafts those portions of each book, how they balance each other, the benefits of writing together, important romance genre rules, and much more.Their recommended reads are:
The Plus One by Mazey Eddings
Finley Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano
Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
My Read-Alike Request Recommendations for The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell:
Killers of a Certain...2023-05-1648 minThe Enrollment Spectrum PodcastAddressing Impossible Questions 2.0: An Enrollment Spectrum and Impossible Questions CrossoverJoin us for a special crossover episode of the Enrollment Spectrum Podcast and EMA's Impossible Questions Podcast. Guest co-host Ari Betof joins me today. Ari is the Co-Founder and Partner of Mission & Data and the host of EMAâs Impossible Questions Podcast. In this episode, we welcome Christian Donovan, Head of School at Friends School of Baltimore, as the new co-host of EMA's Impossible Questions Podcast. We will share some highlights and lessons learned from the Impossible Questions first season. Stick around to the end of the podcast to hear the exciting things Ari and Christian have lined up fo...2023-05-1223 min
Strictly Speaking with Bob FrantzAlways Right Radio | Press Sec. Karine Jean-Pierre Flexes Biden's "Diverse" Cabinet & Administration | Guests: Christina Hagan; Donovan O'Neil | 2/24/23White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says President Biden takes pride in hiring people based on their outside characteristics, rather than their merit. It's "Diversity".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-02-241h 44
Multidimensional MomAll About Spirit Guides with Christina the MediumWe're talking all things spirit guides with return guest, Christina the Medium!Learn everything you wanted to know about your spiritual besties and bouncers in the beyond!  We explore the difference between angels and guides, establish how to best communicate with your team, and explore who exactly (or what) might be looking out for you. Want to book with Christina? Learn more about her and her services at https://christinathemedium.com/Check out Christina's free meditations and resources on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therainbowveilFollow her on Instagram and TikTok: @ch...2023-01-0840 min
Wellness While WalkingIntroducing FRIED: The Burnout Podcast with Cait Donovan, on Burnout Signs and SymptomsWhat exactly is burnout, and how do we know if weâre suffering or at risk of experiencing it? Â Todayâs episode will give us the answers to those questions, and will be instructive for all of us. Cait Donovan will discuss signs and symptoms of burnout, and my guess is that youâre feeling some of them. An episode of Caitâs podcast, FRIED: the burnout podcast is on tap, and itâs a powerful taste of this important condition thatâs on the rise. Â LETâS TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page We...2022-12-0726 min
DOD-CastDOD-Cast Episode 79: Christina GesualdiThank you Christina for coming on! I had so much fun talking to one of the more fun and intelligent peers I know. Marvel movies, great tv shows, and even some deeper talks made this such a great time, I know you will all enjoy it. Like, subscribe, and support, please. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-051h 23
Multidimensional MomWhat the Ouija? Part 2 with Christina the MediumWe've explored the history of the Ouija, but we're following up with Christina the Medium  to clear some things up! Christina discusses safe use of the Ouija board, her experiences with it, and some spooky stories about it. She also shares her crazy story of literally awakening to her psychic ability and her assessment of the existence of earthbound spirits.Want to experiment with the Ouija? Listen to this first! Listen to Christina's NEWEST podcast on Spotify: or Anchor: All Things Spirit with Christina the MediumListen to Christina and Missy's Podcast, The Gh...2022-10-1643 min
The Night Writer3.04: By The Light Of The Moon: Interview With Playwright Shea DonovanIn this episode, we chat to playwright and actor Shea Donovan about her one woman show: By The Light of The Moon. Her play is being performed at the Camden and Edinburgh Fringe Festivals.
Tickets here:
Camden Fringe: https://camden.ssboxoffice.com/events/by-the-light-of-the-moon/
Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/by-the-light-of-the-moon2022-08-0233 min
The Squad PodcastWhat it Takes to Be a Leader + How to Motivate Others**Note this content was from Season 1, previously known as 'Life After Cheer'. We've since rebranded to 'The SQUAD' - an exciting new name with the same great content, enjoy! PS - come join us over on Insta' @thesquad_coHey friends! Iâm so excited about this episode! Leadership and motivating others is one of my passions, and I canât wait to share it with you! On today's episode of Life After Cheer, I sat down with Christina Hernandez, who is the CEO and founder of Rah Rah Routines â a consulting firm that s...2022-07-1944 min
Salty Dog Blues N Roots PodcastPOSTER Blues N Roots - Salty Dog (June 2022)Salty Dog's POSTER Podcast, June 2022
Visit: www.salty.com.au
We're pasting up the shingle for blues and roots Dawgr's! On the POSTER show a mess of cool tunes for ya. Cuts from Sweet Talk, Alvin Youngblood Hart, G. Love, T.K. Reeve, Carey Bell, Christina Vane, Dana Fuchs, Jen Mize, Django Blackheart, Alison Krauss, Chris Knight, Jeffery Martin, John Fogerty, Laura Rain, Memphissippi Sounds, Paulie Bignell, Buddy Guy, Tony Furtado, Widespread Panic, Grana Louise, Delvon Lamarr, Donovan Frankenreiter, Les McCann.
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1. ** Superman / Sweet Talk / Single Release
2. Alvin Youngblood Hart / In My Time of Drying / Motivational...2022-06-262h 03
Making Sound with Jann KloseChristina HolmesEPISODE 54: New Jersey-born and Rhode Island-based singer, songwriter, and Cove House Records founder Christina Holmes threads together stories of love and life on her third full-length, The Beautiful Struggle. The 11-track album is her most personal, passionate, and powerful work to-date and debut at #13 on the iTunes Singer-Songwriter charts. After keeping a childhood songwriting ambition a secret, she went from braving open mics to brightening the spirits of bedridden hospital patients alongside the charity Musicians On Call. Following a seminal âAmateur Nightâ gig at the Apollo, she dropped her 2013 debut, Peace, Love, & C. Holmes and canvased the country on a sol...2022-02-271h 03
The Fathers TruthEpisode #26- Christina founder and host of the radical stepmoms podcast It's time for another episode of the Fathers truth. I am Alan Donovan. So let me ask you this. Before we get going here. What do you guys think of when you hear the word stem? Now, growing up, you know, we were always encouraged to think about step moms as being those evil women that come into a family tear the family apart is horrible people. That's what we see in Hollywood. That's what we see all over the place. Now, it's been my experience since I started doing this that step moms are not evil. They're not e...2022-02-0846 min
Inside the Musician's BrainEpisode 21: Aoife O'DonovanHello and welcome to the third season of Inside The Musicianâs Brain! We are thrilled to be back, especially with our first guest of the season, Grammy award-winning songwriter, musician, and Chrisâ old friend Aoife OâDonovan. Along with releasing three critically-acclaimed solo albums, Aoife is the co-founder of the bands Iâm With Her and Crooked Still, she is the featured vocalist on The Goat Rodeo Sessions with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma and Chris Thile, and she was a part of the radio variety shows "Live From Hereâ and âA Prairie Home Companionâ. In this ep...2022-02-011h 02
The Reflex Blue Show : A Graphic Design PodcastChristina Falzano: The Reflex Blue Show #219Christina Falzano, Managing Director of Conran Design Group stops by The Reflex Blue Show to talk about getting into branding, changes over the years in phone bills, how people interact with brands now, working in branding for the pharmaceutical and health spaces,[âŚ]â Read the rest of this entry...
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FRIED. The Burnout Podcast#straightfromcait: Burnout 101 â Signs, Symptoms, and Understanding What Is Really Happening to Your Brain and BodyIf Iâve learned anything from my experience with burnout, both in my own life and in my clientsâ lives, itâs that burnout can present itself in endless ways. While there must be three components present in order to identify burnout (physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism and detachment, and a feeling of purposelessness), there are several other symptoms that tend to show up frequently in burnout patients. Â On this weekâs #straightfromcait episode, we will explore the most commonly experienced physical burnout symptoms, according to 73 health questionnaire responses. Some of the symptoms, such as headaches...2021-06-2714 min