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Sweat and Sunshine3 Strategies for Enjoying Outdoor Adventures with Chronic ConditionsAbout 133 million Americans suffer from at least one chronic condition. A condition is one that lasts a year or more and requires ongoing medical attention or limits activities of daily living or both. I’m challenged by multiple chronic conditions, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and a musculoskeletal issue that causes chronic pain. I’m also a nature lover. So I’m well aware that awesome outdoor adventures naturally require thorough planning and when we have chronic conditions it exponentially increases the details we’ll need to consider. That's I'm sharing my top 3 strategies for enjoying outdoor adventures despite chronic...
2023-09-2614 minSweat and SunshineMaking Spirituality Part of Our Wellness PracticeJoin me as I seek insight on how we can make spirituality a regular part of our lives. In this episode Suzy Jacobson Cherry, a writer who focuses on spirituality, answers my questions on how to practice spirituality, the potential benefits of practicing, and what happens when we avoid spirituality. We'll discuss how mindfulness can connect us to spirituality, the importance of fellowship, and making time to breathe in and inspire ourselves.
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2023-03-1434 minSweat and SunshineHarriet Tubman, the Naturalist - Part TwoHow does an escaped slave become an American hero? Our perspective holds the answer. You see Tubman wasn’t simply an escaped slave. She was a highly skilled naturalist; an expert of the natural world. In this episode we’ll learn how Tubman used her skills as a naturalist to triumph over immense evil and successfully lead 19 dangerous and exhausting missions through varying landscapes.
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Carnegie Museum of Natural History. (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2023, from https://carnegiemnh.org/harriet-tubman-was-a-naturalist/
Guzman, F., & Gast, P. (2020, March 10). A timeline of the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman...
2023-02-2104 minSweat and SunshineHarriet Tubman, the Naturalist - Part 1How does an escaped slave become an American hero? Our perspective holds the answer. You see Tubman wasn’t simply an escaped slave. She was a highly skilled naturalist; an expert of the natural world. In this episode we’ll learn how Tubman used her skills as a naturalist to triumph over immense evil and successfully lead 19 dangerous and exhausting missions through varying landscapes.
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Carnegie Museum of Natural History. (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2023, from https://carnegiemnh.org/harriet-tubman-was-a-naturalist/
Guzman, F., & Gast, P. (2020, March 10). A timeline of the life and legacy...
2023-02-0706 minSweat and SunshineLessons From the Trail; Practicing a Work and Life BalanceOne of my favorite ways to expand my ideas around health and wellness is to talk with my hiking guests. They come from all over the world, offering diverse perspectives; and they all like to stay active. As a Personal Trainer and Health Coach, I enjoy sharing what I’ve learned, but mostly I love discovering how others stay healthy. I’ve found the stories they tell and the insight they offer to be uniquely valuable in my personal growth, so I’d like to share my favorites here in a series titled “Lessons from the Trail.” In this post I’ll...
2023-01-3106 minSweat and Sunshine5 Ways to Fall in Love with Cooking at Home Part 2Cooking nutrient-dense, whole food at home has been one of the most impactful health and wellness practices I’ve ever developed. That’s why I want to help you fall in love with cooking at home. In our last episode we examined how we can challenge our current thoughts about cooking at home. We considered the benefits of using nutrient-dense, whole food, and we made a plan to do more cooking at home. In this episode we’ll explore the beauty of simplicity in cooking and we’ll examine the benefits of sharing a home cooked meal with someone we love.
2023-01-2404 minSweat and Sunshine5 Ways to Fall in Love with Cooking at HomeCooking nutrient-dense, whole food at home has been one of the most impactful health and wellness practices I’ve ever developed. That’s why I want to help you fall in love with cooking at home. In this episode we’ll take some time to challenge our current thoughts about cooking at home. We’ll consider building our meals around nutrient dense, whole food. We’ll explore the beauty of simplicity in cooking and we’ll make a plan to enjoy more meals at home with the ones we love. Thanks for joining me for the episode titled 5 Ways to Fall in L...
2023-01-1707 minSweat and Sunshine5 Places to Get Fit for Free in PhoenixIn this episode I’m sharing 5 of my favorite natural green spaces for physical activity in the Phoenix metropolitan area. According to the City of Phoenix, there are over 41,000 acres of desert mountain preserves and 185 parks. Abundant sunshine makes most days pretty perfect for all kinds of outdoor activities. If you’re ready to explore green spaces and be active, I’ve got 5 gorgeous places to get fit for free in the Phoenix metropolitan area.
2023-01-1007 minSweat and SunshineCommon Misconceptions about Adopting and Maintaining a Fitness Routine – Part 3Welcome to Sweat and sunshine. During my time as a Personal Trainer working in gyms, I was confronted with many misconceptions about adopting and maintaining a fitness routine. In three episodes I’d like to share some of the most common misconceptions and the facts behind them. We’ll discover why high intensity exercise isn’t always the answer to progress, why a ridged schedule may not be as successful as a fluid one, and why just two days at the gym could be your key to success. In this episode I’ll focus on the 2nd misconception; the Leg Day...
2023-01-0306 minSweat and SunshineMisconceptions About Adopting and Maintaining a Regular Fitness Routine Part 2During my time as a Personal Trainer and Health Coach, I've been confronted with many misconceptions about adopting and maintaining a fitness routine. In three episodes I’d like to share the most common misconceptions and the facts behind them. We’ll discover why high intensity exercise isn’t always the answer to progress, why a ridged schedule may not be as successful as a fluid one, and why just two days at the gym could be your key to success. In this episode I’ll focus on the first misconception; the idea that your fitness routine has to be extre...
2022-11-2205 minSweat and SunshineVeterans Day Bonus Episode, a Spoken Word SaluteIn this Veterans Day bonus episode I’m honoring all who have served with a performance of a spoken word poem based on my experience in US Navy boot camp. I hope it’s a little insightful but mostly inspiring. To all who have served, your dedication is truly appreciated. Thanks for listening to my piece titled “Eight Eight,” recognizing the women who graduated from division 351 in August 1996.
2022-11-1103 minSweat and SunshineCommon Misconceptions about Adopting and Maintaining a Fitness RoutineDuring my time as a Personal Trainer and Health Coach, I've been confronted with many misconceptions about adopting and maintaining a fitness routine. In this episode I’d like to share the most common misconceptions and the facts behind them. We’ll discover why high intensity exercise isn’t always the answer to progress, why a ridged schedule may not be as successful as a fluid one, and why just two days at the gym could be your key to success.
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https://sweatandsunshine.com/common-misconceptions-about-adopting-and-maintaining-a-fitness-routine-part-1/
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2022-11-0805 minSweat and SunshineGive Yourself a good Reason for a Mood-Boosting ShowerMost of us are well aware of the mood-boosting benefits a hot shower can provide, but I’d like to take some time today to explore why it works so well. I also want to give you some inspiration to work up a sweat before your mood-boosting shower and to get outside when you do it.
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2022-11-0106 minSweat and SunshineA Guided Meditation to Relax the BodyMeditation is a great opportunity to practice mindfulness and reduce stress. If you've experienced difficulty "clearing" or "quieting" the mind in your meditation practice a guided meditation may be a solution, as they provide a path for your mind to follow. Layback and listen in as we check in with our bodies and purposefully give each area an opportunity to relax.
2022-10-2408 minSweat and SunshineMovements to Practice for LifeThere are several factors that can contribute to a lack of mobility or a lack of comfortable movement. Age is certainly one of them but our daily habits have an even greater influence. The more we practice the foundational movements we want to perform in daily life, the better we’ll be at performing them. Incorporating these movements into our regular exercise routine is a simple solution to getting the practice we need. So let’s examine 5 foundational movement patterns that keep us capable, independent, and doing the things we love.
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2022-10-1809 minSweat and SunshineMorning Moves to Help You Rise and ShineIf like me, you’re challenged with chronic pain, moving in the morning can often be the most difficult part of the day. What’s worked well to get my mind off the pain and my body prepped for the day is a morning movement routine. Check out my morning routine for some ideas about how you'd like to start moving in the morning.
Disclaimer: Please be advised, I am not a medical professional and the suggestions given in this podcast should not be considered medical advice. Rather, my goal is to assist you in developing strategies that...
2022-10-1114 min
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2022-10-071h 03Sweat and SunshineHow to Turn a Sunrise Hike into a Healing ExperienceIn this episode we’re exploring how we can exponentially boost the wellness benefits of time in nature with mindfulness. I'll offer up 5 tips to turn your next sunrise hike into a healing experience.
Link to blog post: https://sweatandsunshine.com/how-to-turn-a-sunrise-hike-into-a-healing-experience/
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Bratman GN, Hamilton JP, Hahn KS, et al. Nature experience reduces rumination and subgenual prefrontal cortex activation. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. 2015(112);28:8567-8572. doi: 10.1073/pnas.1510459112.
Atchley RA, Strayer DL, Atchley P. Creativity in the Wild: Improving Creative Re...
2022-10-0509 minSweat and SunshineManage Stress and Induce Relaxation with Physical ActivityWelcome to Sweat and Sunshine. In this episode I’m sharing two physical activity based solutions to manage stress. We’ll learn how to complete the stress response cycle and how to engage the rest and digest” state of our nervous system. I’ll do that by sharing two stories.
2022-09-2709 minSweat and SunshineLooking for Motivation? Try New InformationIn this episode you'll learn how to identify, examine, challenge, and change unproductive thoughts and feelings that might interfere with your behavior change plans. Thanks for joining me for the post titled “Looking for Motivation? Try New Information.”
Link to Blog Post:
https://sweatandsunshine.com/looking-for-motivation-try-new-information/
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2022-09-2004 minSweat and SunshineStrength Training and Diabetes PreventionToday we’re exploring how strength training can delay and even prevent type 2 diabetes. Thanks for joining me for “Strength Training and Diabetes Prevention.” The CDC estimates that more than 30 million American’s are living with Type-2 diabetes and the prevalence will increase to more than 54.9 million by 2030, according to research published by Population Health Management. While that projection may seem insurmountable, it doesn’t have to become a reality.
Strength Training Routine: https://sweatandsunshine.com/strength-training-for-diabetes-prevention/
2022-09-1304 minSweat and SunshineRevolutionary Self Care with Joy Carter, LCSWEver heard of the term "Revolutionary Self Care?" Let Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Joy Carter introduce you. You may just be surprised. During our interview on the topic, Joy "schooled" me in the best way possible.
Joy Carter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Her passion for supporting professional women in practicing revolutionary self-care has enabled her to help numerous women create nurturing, supportive, and happy lives.
In this episode Joys shares tips for revolutionary self care through boundaries, basic needs, creating nurturing spaces, and m...
2022-09-0543 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 197 - Josh Weller (Comedian)Age Against The Machine. Witty comedian, failed musician and cheese connoisseur, Josh Weller, is our guest on Episode 197 of Sappenin' Podcast! The viral internet sensation is with us, providing a unique insight into swapping punk bands for stand up comedy, industry parallels and a bunch of absolutely ridiculous career adventures. In this conversation, Josh opens up on his previous life as a major label solo artist, the moment he quit music, finding himself through humour, his beloved internet skits on what being in music is actually like, the art of comedy, dealing with hecklers, bizarre stage moments, his old...
2022-09-021h 06Sweat and SunshineAre You a Match for Live, Online Fitness Training?The most important factor in building a regular fitness routine is creating positive experiences. In other words, if we don’t enjoy it, we won’t come back. So get rid of the idea that we have to challenge ourselves to the point of near torture if we want positive results. Instead let’s focus on creating consistent positive experiences with live, online fitness training. Take this Cosmo-style quiz to discover if live, online fitness training might be a good fit for you.
Link to join my live online fitness classes: https://sweatandsunshine.com/online-fitness-training/
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2022-08-2607 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 196 - Travie McCoy (Gym Class Heroes)The Papercut Chronicles. Multi-platinum selling artist, commercial hit songwriter and Gym Class Heroes star, Travie McCoy, is our guest on Episode 196 of Sappenin' Podcast! One of this generations most unique artists takes time to share secrets on crossing alternative music into modern pop-culture, dealing with paparazzi level fame and working with a endless list influential artists. In this conversation, Travie opens up on spending the last decade in the shadows, the end of Gym Class Heroes, sipping into a depression, fighting to get out of lucrative record deals, the passion behind his new solo album 'Never Slept Better', appreciating...
2022-08-261h 11Sweat and SunshineCultivating Gratitude with Your Fitness RoutineWhat if you could experience a genuinely thankful heart simply by adding some movement to your day? How could more gratitude affect your life? With a greater awareness and a little practice we can generate gratitude at any time. In today’s episode I’ll offer up 5 simple solutions to do just that.
Link to Blog Post:
https://sweatandsunshine.com/cultivating-gratitude-in-your-fitness-routine/
2022-08-2206 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 195 - Nixon Newell (Professional Wrestler) | FKA: Tegan Nox (WWE)The Peace and The Panic. Wrestling superstar, pop punk enthusiast and Welsh wizard, Nixon Newell, is our guest on Episode 195 of Sappenin' Podcast! The alternative culture inspired athlete takes us into the mindset of a global performer with secrets on cutting her teeth in the business, living life as a free agent and her time in the WWE as Tegan Nox. In this conversation, Newell opens up in on her unexpected release from WWE, why we haven't seen her in a ring since, starting her career in small valley bingo halls, always repressing love for Neck Deep, the evolution...
2022-08-191h 17Sweat and SunshineFinding Balance with Regular ExerciseWhile there are plenty of physical health benefits to regular exercise, it’s the mental health benefit of stress reduction that offers inner balance. And a little inner balance goes a long way. Check out this episode to get an answer to the question "Why Should I Make Fitness a Priority When There is so Much Competition for my Time and Attention?”
Link to Post: https://sweatandsunshine.com/finding-balance-with-regular-exercise/
Link to Study: https://bcomnm.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Effects_of_Group_Fitness_Classes_on_Stress_and_Quality_of_Life_of_Medical_Students.pdf
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2022-08-1506 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 194 - Benji Webbe (Skindred / Dub War)Union Black. Regge-Punk visionary, larger than life personality and the king of Newport, Benji Webbe, is our guest on Episode 194 of Sappenin’ Podcast. The Skindred and Dub War vocalist invites us into his beautiful home for a candid conversation on his appreciation for life, embracing your loved ones and brining different groups of people together through music. In this podcast, Benji opens up on his passion for inspiring others, the rerun of Dub War, releasing their fist collection of new material in over 25 years, channelling everyday stories for lyrics, the longevity of Skindred, why their audience is a safe sp...
2022-08-121h 26Sweat and Sunshine3 Truths About My Healthy Eating JourneyIn this episode I’m opening up about how reading ingredients, adding whole food, and setting sustainable goals allowed me to radically improve my health. So what were the changes I made and how have I maintained them? You may be surprised to learn, I didn’t count calories, I didn’t deprive myself, I didn’t change back, and I’m still on that Journey now. Thanks for joining me for the post titled “Three Truths About my healthy eating journey.”
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3 Truths About my Healthy Eating Journey
2022-08-0806 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 193 - ROAM | The Final Farewell with Alex Costello & Alex AdamPlaying Fiction. Episode 193 is an exclusive farewell to Eastbourne, pop punk misfits, ROAM, as the band prepare to call it a day, with one final tour. On this special podcast, Alex Costello and Alex Adam return to honestly open up on the bands break up, coinciding the news with their tenth year anniversary and leaving behind a decade of unbelievable memories. In this conversation, we discuss fan reaction to the announcement, why the decision has been a long time coming, growing up best friends, never taking anything for granted, the average per-hour band salary, touching messages, wild band tattoos...
2022-08-0559 minSweat and SunshineSleep is the SolutionPoor sleep can have far reaching consequences for our health, particularly over time. But before you reach for an over the counter sleep aid, check out this post on natural solutions to getting good sleep.
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Sleep is the Solution
2022-08-0304 minSweat and SunshineCan Time on the Court Deliver Total Body FitnessIn this episode I’m sharing my personal research on finding fun, alternative fitness routines that still meet our health and wellness needs. I’ve created a unique full-body routine based on basketball drills, but can it offer as much value as a gym session? Link to Blog Post and Detailed Description: Blog Post and Basketball Routine
2022-08-0105 minSweat and SunshineHow to Relax and Restore with Physical ActivityIn this episode I’m sharing how we can use exercise to engage the parasympathetic state of our nervous system to lower our resting heart rate, decrease our risk of cardiovascular disease, and improve our digestion and sleep.
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How to Relax and Restore with Physical Activity
2022-07-3006 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 192 - Brent Smith (Shinedown)Planet Zero. Shinedown vocalist, master of showmanship and universal storyteller, Brent Smith, is our guest on Episode 192 of Sappenin' Podcast! After two-decades of breaking records in alternative music and achieving the most number one singles, in the history of the Billboard mainstream rock chats, the emotional lyricist pulls back the curtain for an insight on his private life, unpredictable journey and a personal connection to his audience. In this conversation, Brent opens up on the bands global trajectory, his showmanship ethos, why it's so important to make a unique experience for everyone in attendance, early tours with Van Halen...
2022-07-291h 11Sweat and SunshineStaying Mindful on MondaysDon’t believe the hype; Monday doesn’t have to suck. Experiencing a difficult day is out of our control but our perspective is completely ours to determine. If you’ve fallen into the weekly mindset that Monday must suck, check out these three steps to approach Mondays with mindfulness.
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Staying Mindful on Mondays
2022-07-2704 min
Sweat and Sunshine3 Steps to Improving FlexibilityIn this episode I’ll share about the three steps I took during boot camp to increase my flexibility and how you can use them to do the same. If improved flexibility is your goal, I'll challenge you to identify the value of flexibility to you, seek small successes, and practice daily.
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3 Steps to Improving Flexibility
2022-07-2507 minSweat and Sunshine5 Healthy Habits to Feel Good at WorkWe pour an enormous portion of ourselves into our work. Today we’ll examine ways to use a breakfast, music, positivity, sunlight, and physical activity to make our time at the office work for us. Thanks for joining me for the post titled “5 Healthy Habits to Feel Good at Work.”
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5 Healthy Habits to Feel Good at Work
2022-07-2512 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 191 - Lit (A. Jay Popoff & Jeremy Popoff)American Dream. 2000's poster boys, party experts and the geniuses behind pop punk's catchiest riff, LIT, are our guests on Episode 191 of Sappenin' Podcast. The Popoff Brothers celebrate their return with explicit secrets on their new album "Taste Like Gold", ridiculous tour stories and a career of insane experiences. In this conversation, A.Jay and Jeremy open up on the bands wild past, recording songs naked, their impact on pop-culture, growing up on the road, early shows with No Doubt, Black Eyed Pears & Kid Rock, how the term 'Lit' and "Popoff' are now used as cool slang, working with...
2022-07-221h 00Sweat and SunshineDiscovering Exercise as Self CareThe benefits of exercise don't stop at our physical wellness. Exercise has an amazing ability to build confidence, self appreciation, and self love. In this episode I share a bit about my experience discovering that exercise can be self care.
2022-07-2204 minSweat and SunshineCombine Cardio and Strength to Fight Chronic ConditionsWhen we think about exercise to manage conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension, it’s common for people to focus on cardio. One reason may be because weight loss is key to managing and preventing chronic conditions and there is a well established misconception that burning more calories by completing tons of cardio is the answer to weight loss. A research-backed approach to decreasing body fat with exercise requires us to take two approaches. We’ll need to burn more energy AND build muscle. (Shout out to my sweetheart, Steven, and my cat, Huxtable for making a special appe...
2022-07-2107 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 190 - Gustav Wood (Young Guns)Weight of the World. Young Guns vocalist, universal songwriter and the beautifully charming, Gustav Wood, is our guest on Episode 190 of Sappenin' Podcast! After the band made their long-awaited return, with their first live shows in five years, Gustav uses us as a platform to exclusively explain what's been going on behind the scenes, backstage at 2000 Trees Festival. In this conversation, we discuss why Young Guns almost disappeared, breakup rumours, the catalyst that got them back on stage, the tole of growing up on the road, music finance scares, pre-show nerves, nostalgia, his secret time away from the band...
2022-07-151h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithBonus: 2000 Trees Festival 2022 (Thrice, Delaire The Liar, RXPTRS, Marisa And The Moths, James Scarlett)Trees is for Lovers. For the first time since 2019, UK's award winning medium size festival, community driven and fully independent weekend, 2000 Trees, returned to Upcote Farm, for three days of sunshine, alternative music and friends. In this special bonus podcast, we reflect on opening up the event with a series of LIVE PODCAST SHOWS and talk to a collection of artists who made their mark on the festival. Listen to exclusive conversations with Thrice (Eddie + Riley), Delaire The Liar (Finn + Em), RXPTRS (Simon + Ian), Marisa And The Moths (Marisa + Liam) and a extended clip from our stage show with...
2022-07-121h 58
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 189 - Shane Told #2 (Silverstein)Lead Singer Syndrome. Original emo, podcast pioneer and Canadian sweetheart, Shane Told, is our guest on Episode 189 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Silverstein vocalist returns to uncover another element to the bands famous journey, songwriting and evolution. In this conversation, Shane opens up on how wild life has changed since we last saw him, new album 'Misery Made Me', always bending genre rules, having to double check his own lyrics, tour necessities, music posers, hot takes from over twenty years in the industry, unpredictable opportunities, playing the Tokyo Dome with Avril Lavigne, what he's learned speaking with other singers on...
2022-07-081h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 188 - Joshua Moore (We Came As Romans)Learning to Survive. We Came As Romans lyricist, guitarist and primary songwriter, Joshua Moore, is our guest on Episode 188 of Sappenin' Podcast! The WCAR visionary provides an honest insight on the combination of ridicules adventures and sacrifices of dedicating his life to touring, mental health struggles and the bands next chapter, after the tragic death of vocalist Kyle Pavone. In this conversation, Josh opens up on some of their famous road pranks with The Devil Wears Prada, unfortunate tour bus wars, fan misconceptions, the chaotic experience of his own wedding, Limp Bizkit vs Taking Back Sunday, new music secrets...
2022-07-011h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 187 - Tim McIlrath (Rise Against)Nowhere Generation. Punk lyricist, social activist and vegan ideologist, Tim McIlrath, is our guest on Episode 187 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Rise Against vocalist and guitarist takes us on a trip down memory lane, with insights on his believes, the importance of having something to fight for and learning from his musical heroes. In this conversation, Tim opens up on the bands overall message, hiding social commentary within his lyrics, being accepted by every scene of alternative music, festival circuit mayhem, strange tour line-ups, working with his idols in Rancid, The Descendants and Fugazi, being summoned by Jay-Z, wholesome milestones...
2022-06-2438 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 186 - Steel Panther (Michael Starr & Stix Zadinia)Death To All But Metal. The greatest heavy metal band, in the history of the world, Steel Panther, are our guests on Episode 186 of Sappenin' Podcast! Michael Starr and Stix Zadinia invite us for a look behind their explicit rock and roll lifestyle, backstage at Download Festival 2022. In this conversation, Michael and Stix open up on the bands love for partying, cocaine suppliers, tour bus mayhem, creating their own code words, helping Limp Bizkit with couples therapy, losing founding bassist Lexi Foxx, angry reactions from celebrities mentioned in their songs, the sunset strip days, their best and worst guest...
2022-06-1745 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithBonus: Download Festival 2022 (Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, The Ghost Inside, Volbeat, Holding Absence, Bury Tomorrow, Punk Rock Factory, Dead Poet Society, Lais MW)Scream, Donington! For the first time since 2019, a full scale Download Festival, returned to the famous grounds of Donington Park this week, for a three day love fest of heavy music. In this special bonus podcast, we talk to a collection artists and backstage staff, to explain why events like these are so important to the alternative music scene and all the unbelievable moments that come with them. Listen to exclusive conversations with Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes (Frank + Dean), The Ghost Inside (Vigil + Andrew), Volbeat (Kaspar B. Larsen), Holding Absence (Lucas Woodland), Bury Tomorrow (Dan + Dav), Punk Rock Factory...
2022-06-151h 58
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 185 - Andy Biersack (Black Veil Brides)The Fallen Angels. Vocalist, actor and gothic icon, Andy Biersack (aka Andy Black), is our guest on Episode 185 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Black Veil Brides founder let's us into his larger than life spotlight, for a deeply honest, insightful and candid discussion on the man, behind the music. In this conversation, Andy opens up on misconceptions from his famous looks and aesthetic, his love for horror punk, unexpected hobbies, being a voice for the voiceless, getting bottled at some of the worlds biggest festivals, receiving early day Nickleback and Coldplay type hate, how the UK made the band feel...
2022-06-1052 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithBonus: Slam Dunk Festival 2022 (Sum 41, Beartooth, Neck Deep, Counterparts, Hot Milk, The Amity Affliction, Yours Truly)Slammy D! June 3rd-4th 2022 witness the start of festival season, with the return of Slam Dunk Festival, in Leeds and Hatfield, UK. On this bonus podcast, we discuss a collection of different experiences with artists from every aspect of the line up, from the return of old podcast friends, to highlighting breakthrough favourites and finally getting time with some names you're bombarded us with requests, to speak with!Listen to our backstage antics with exclusive conversations from Sum 41 (Dave + Cone), Beartooth (Caleb Shomo), Neck Deep (Ben Barlow), Counterparts (Brendan + Jesse), Hot Milk (Hannah + Jim), The Amity Affliction (Joel +...
2022-06-071h 55
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 184 - Dan 'Soupy' Campbell (The Wonder Years)My Life as a Pigeon. The Wonder Years vocalist, wrestling fanatic and concept lyricist, Dan 'Soupy' Campbell, is our guest on Episode 184 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Pennsylvania pop-punk hero takes time to express his connection with unexpected towns, near death experiences and the honest tales, behind some of their biggest cult classics. In this conversation, Dan opens up on writing melodies in his dreams, the bands early DIY mishaps, how Newport (Wales) became his spiritual home, celebrating the anniversaries of their two breakthrough albums 'The Upsides" + 'Suburbia I've Given You All and Now I'm Nothing', unhealthy touring schedules, Aaron...
2022-06-031h 12
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 100 | ToastSend us a textCome take a drink with me as we celebrate the milestone that is Episode 100. It wouldn't be what it is if we don't also talk some of the issues and give an update on surgery! Special birthday shoutout to the one and only Janelle Cash.Enjoy!!
2022-06-011h 35
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 183 - You Me At Six: 'Sinners Never Sleep' | 10th Anniversary with Josh FranceschiNo One Does It Better. On October 3rd 2011, You Me At Six released their third and career defying record, 'Sinners Never Sleep', that cemented the band as one of the leading artists in alternative music, for the decade to follow. On this exclusive episode, Mr. Reckless, Josh Franceschi, returns to celebrate the albums 10th anniversary re-release by discussing it's impact, untold secrets and fan legacy. In this podcast, we discuss the bands buffet of styles, being in the spotlight from such a young age, major label pressures, recording in California, how Josh suffered his first panic attack, what songs...
2022-05-271h 14
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 182 - The Legacy of Blink-182 with Derek DiScanio (State Champs), Ben Barlow (Neck Deep) & Steph O’Sullivan (Greywind)What's Our Age Again? Episode 182 of Sappenin' Podcast celebrates the 30th anniversary and cultural legacy of Blink-182, with a multi-guest roundtable special. Derek DiScanio (State Champs), Ben Barlow (Neck Deep) and Steph O’Sullivan (Greywind) are with us for a unique look behind their shared love, compassion and respect for pop-punk's most iconic band. In this conversation, we discuss blink's lasting impact on the modern scene of alternative music, how we all first discovered them, crossing raunchy punk and comedy, Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge's vocal accents, immature lyrics vs serious side, idolising Warped Tour, why Travis Barker is su...
2022-05-201h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 181 - Lauran HibberdGarageband Superstar. Punk rock princess, dog enthusiast and master of memes, Lauran Hibberd, is our guest on Episode 181 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Isle of Wight songwriter introduces us to her world of sassy lyrics, comedy genius and mission to flip the music industry on its head. In this conversation, Lauran opens on living up to internet hype, the pressures surrounding her debut studio album, slacker-pop vs emo influences, why Weezer are her favourite band, imposter syndrome, working with DJ Lethal (Limp Bizkit) and Brandon B. Brown (Wheatus), mental health, evil tour curses, scaring Game Of Thrones actor Kit Harington a...
2022-05-131h 06
EDS SQUAD AFTER DARKKarma is a...Im Back! Young Thug and Gunna, Wendy Williams vs Sherri Sheppard, Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monae, Kevin Samuels, The Kardashians vs Blac Chyna, Lil Wayne and Missy Elliot, Ray J vs Kim Kardashain, Met Gala 2022, Jesse Williams and Tamar Braxton. WWE News and Recaps and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edssquadad/support
2022-05-122h 26
EDS Squad After DarkKarma is a...Im Back! Young Thug and Gunna, Wendy Williams vs Sherri Sheppard, Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monae, Kevin Samuels, The Kardashians vs Blac Chyna, Lil Wayne and Missy Elliot, Ray J vs Kim Kardashain, Met Gala 2022, Jesse Williams and Tamar Braxton. WWE News and Recaps and more!
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2022-05-122h 26
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 180 - Matt Tuck (Bullet For My Valentine)Waking The Demon. Bullet For My Valentine vocalist, heavy music icon and Welsh valleys starlight, Matt Tuck, is out guest on Episode 180 of Sappenin' Podcast! The voice behind the modern metal generation peels back the curtain on his personal life, songwriting tips and BFMV's rise to fame. In this conversation, Matt opens up on his reserved exterior, media misconceptions, living in the moment vs early magazine comments, Bullet For My Valentines fast journey to global success, mental health struggles, the Jeff Killed John days, nurturing his voice, fighting off record labels, their new self-titled album, touring with his childhood...
2022-05-061h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 179 - James Scarlett (2000 Trees Festival / ArcTanGent)Eat, Sleep, Trees, Repeat. Festival booker, promoter and music maniac, James Scarlett, is our guest on Episode 179 of Sappenin' Podcast. The 2000 Trees and ArcTanGent boss is with us to give a unique insight on what it's like running major independent events, behind the scenes secrets and building an alternative community. In this conversation, James opens up on Trees 2022 return, how the team kept moral high during lockdown, headliners Jimmy Eat World, Thrice, Turnstile, Idles + You Me At Six, the festivals origin story, drunken dreams, early mistakes, crowd surfing vs a real bag of poo, special set additions from No...
2022-04-291h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 178 - Pierre Bouvier (Simple Plan)Welcome To My Life. Chorus machine, pop-punk royalty and chicken farmer, Pierre Bouvier, is our guest on Episode 178 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Simple Plan vocalist shares secrets behind some of alternative music's catchiest hooks, evolving with the industry and the pursuit of happiness. In this conversation, Pierre opens up on the bands influence on the scene today, his evolution of punk-rock vs emo, bursting into the limelight a teenager, unexpected success, touring with Blink-182, Sum 41 and Avril Lavinge, new album 'Harder Than It Looks', going independent for the first time, life on major labels, clever lyrics, the legacy of...
2022-04-221h 02
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 177 - Alex Taylor (Malevolence)Life Sentence. Mosh expert, metal enthusiast and former security guard, Alex Taylor, is our guest on Episode 177 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Malevolence vocalist shares insights on British next wave of alternative culture, showing the industry the middle finger and establishing their own rules. In this conversation, Alex opens up on his journey to heavy music, what CD's his mum bought him as a kid, the bands growth in isolation, new album "Malicious Intent", working with his hero Matt Heafy (Trivium), strange music video situations, police scares, hanging upside-down, internet backlash from their appearance, gimmicks, starting a record label vs...
2022-04-1557 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 176 - Liam Cormier #2 (Cancer Bats)Hail Destroyer. Cancer Bats vocalist, Treadwell Clothing CEO and captain of positivity, Liam Joseph Cormier, is our guest on Episode176 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Canadian sweetheart (and frontrunner for the loveliest human on the planet), returns with stories full of happiness, punk-rock and feel good energy. In this conversation, Liam opens up personally on his famous positive mindset, how learning to channel his focus early on helped him enjoy life, if anything can actually make him angry, becoming straight edge, sourcing lyrics, awkward misinterpretations, new album Pychic Jailbreak, recent lineup dynamic changes, their relationship with Wade (Alexisonfire), comedy style...
2022-04-081h 02
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 175 - Steven Battelle (LostAlone)The Bells! Worldwide riffologist, lego builder and UFO maniac, Steven Battelle, is our guest on Episode 175 of Sappenin' Podcast! The LostAlone songwriter talks to us, exclusively, on the bands return, new music and opening for My Chemical Romance, in stadiums, next month. In this conversation, Battelle opens up on reuniting with Alan and Mark, why they had to keep a lot of secrets, their original breakup in 2014, how a cruse trip changed his entire life's vision, being an extended member of the MCR family, his close relationships with Gerard Way, Ray Toro and Frank Iero, beautiful full circle moments...
2022-04-011h 19
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 174 - Jaret Reddick (Bowling For Soup)Punk Rock 101. Proud Texan, nice guy and the voice of Chuck E Cheese, Jaret Reddick, is our guest on Episode 174 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Bowling For Soup storyteller peels back the curtain behind a career of hilarity, heartache and his lyrical genies. In this conversation, Jaret opens up on the bands legacy of comforting the pop-punk scene with laughter, the secret meaning of some of their biggest hits, releasing his first country solo album, celebrities he's seriously annoyed, why BFS have always tried to stay true to themselves, new album Pop Dunk Snot Bread, originally breaking up in 2013, how...
2022-03-251h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 173 - Bianca Del Rio (Roy Haylock)Not Today, Satan. International drag superstar, brutal stand up comedian and the winner of Ru Paul’s Drag Race: Season 6, Bianca Del Rio, is our guest on Episode 173 of Sappenin' Podcast! The biggest modern queen in the would is with us for a round of roasting, testicle tips and an insight into the highest level of drag. In this conversation, Bianca aka Roy Haylock, opens up on helping take drag into mainstream pop-culture, being the first queen to solo headline Wembley Arena, brutal comedy routines vs getting away with murder, what separates his two identities, seeing the world from th...
2022-03-1839 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 172 - Matt Heafy (Trivium / Ibaraki)Dying In Your Arms. Metal legend, Twitch royalty and guitar genies, Matthew Kiichi Heafy, is our guest on Episode 172 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Trivium vocalist discusses his goal for changing heavy music, embracing his Japanese heratige and how online communities can bring everyone together. In this conversation, Heafy opens on Trivium's biggest ups and downs, how Twitch sparked different creativity, his black-metal project IBARAKI, promoting different cultures, getting Gerard Way (My Chemical Romance) to scream on a song, moments he never thought he'd achieve, writing a kids book, fatherhood, why Download Festival 2005 changed his career, their awkward relationship with...
2022-03-1156 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 171 - Cody Carson (Set It Off)Who's In Control? Enthusiastic emo, hair dye expert and Set It Off vocalist, Cody Carson, is our guest on Episode 171 of Sappenin' Podcast! The energetic frontman shares secrets behind a career of overcoming setbacks, personal roadblocks and never giving up. In this conversation, Cody opens up on the bands new album 'Elsewhere', dealing with countless vocal surgeries, mental health struggles, never fitting into a certain genre, label and management disputes, building a cult community of fans, their pop-punk vs rap and theatre backgrounds, originally starting off as a drummer, confidence advice, losing valuable belongings on tour, how members of...
2022-03-041h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 170 - Darran Smith (Funeral For A Friend)All The Rage. Funeral For A Friend guitar legend, emo fringe pionear and dad joke expert, Darran Smith, is our guest on Episode 170 of Sappenin' Podcast! The six-string slinger takes us for a ride through his musical journey, tour burnouts and returning to the spotlight with this new era of FFAF. In this conversation, Darran opens up on the bands reunion, originally leaving in 2010, how it's a much more relaxed atmosphere, dealing with the early day success of their first three albums, his nine years away, why the guitar partnership of himself and Kris Roberts was so complimentary, insane...
2022-02-251h 05
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 169 - James Bourne (Busted / Son Of Dork)Ticket Outta Loserville. Hit songwriter, vocalist and Back To The Future fanatic, James Bourne, is our guest on Episode 169 of Sappenin' Podcast! Busted's resident FutureBoy celebrates two decades of creating generation defying anthems, finally going solo and life in the tabloid spotlight. In this conversation, James spill secrets on his new solo album 'Sugar Beach', being stuck on a island during the pandemic, the twentieth anniversary of Busted and their debut album, their current status, reuniting in 2015, the Son Of Dork days, why it ended so abruptly, writing music for other artists including McFly, Backstreet Boys and Mel C...
2022-02-181h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 168 - Bryan Garris (Knocked Loose)Counting Worms. Hardcore vocalist, mosh conductor and ETID superfan, Bryan Garris, is our guest on Episode 168 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Knocked Loose leader peels back the curtain on the bands cult following, road to success and establishing themselves as one of this generations most talked about heavy artists. In this conversation, Bryan opens up on the art of creating concepts with new EP 'A Tear In The Fabric Of Life', getting inspired by strange road signs, representing Oldham County to the world, early day nightmares, playing one gig with a playstation microphone, how members of Every Time I Die...
2022-02-111h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 167 - Steve VaiPassion and Warfare. Living guitar legend, whammy bar master and secret beekeeper, Steve Vai, is our guest on Episode 167 of Sappenin' Podcast! The iconic axeman reflects on his four decades of reinventing the six-string, unbelievable achievements and making records with everyone from Whitesnake to David Lee Roth (Van Halen) and Frank Zappa. In this conversation, the riff virtuoso opens up on keeping healthy way into his sixties, staying inspired with new album "Inviolate", how some of his most signature solos were written, getting Ibanez to make him a futuristic three neck guitar, jumping between massive bands throughout the 80's...
2022-02-0451 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 166 - Patty Walters (As It Is)I Went To Hell And Back. As It Is vocalist, emo fanatic and former YouTube star, Patty Walters, is our guest on Episode 166 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Minnesota born songwriter returns for his own individual time in the hot seat, spilling secrets on the bands change of behind the scene dynamics, embracing nostalgia and growing up in Brighton, UK. In this conversation, Patty opens up on the internal effect of member departures, how the pandemic made him fall out of love with music for a while, close-call break ups, originally finding himself in the 2003 UK vs USA alternative spaces...
2022-01-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 165 - Tom Deacon (Comedian / Presenter / Eurofan)Let's Get Amongst It! Comedian, presenter and football Eurofan, Tom Deacon, is our guest on Episode 165 of Sappenin' Podcast! Making his name on the British stand up circuit in the late 2000's, Tom quickly became a loveable figure for comedy, sport and emo music fans alike, with his presenting roles with BBC Radio 1, Copa90 and embarrassing himself in front of the worlds biggest stars! In this conversation, the comic opens up on his impressive CV, coping with the juxtaposition of his career, humble beginnings on The 5:19 Show, getting away with stupid on-air antics, awkward moments with Taylor Swift, Justin...
2022-01-211h 26
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 164 - Niko Moilanen (Blind Channel)Dark Side. Violent pop enforcer, anti-saint and the real violent Bob, Niko Moilanen, is our guest on Episode 164 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Blind Channel co-vocalist reflects on their breakthrough 2021, capturing hearts at The Eurovision Song Contest, working with their heroes and becoming Finlands biggest band! In this conversation, Niko opens up the groups grind to success over the last decade, literally showing the world the middle finger, not being able to walk down the street of their hometown without getting mobbed, new music secrets, how Linkin Park originally helped create a friendship between the band, Mike Shinoda comments on...
2022-01-1454 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 163 - Grant Nicholas (Feeder)Comfort In Sound. Welsh music royalty, indie hit songwriter and dedicated storyteller, Grant Nicholas, is our guest on Episode 163 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Feeder vocalist peels back the curtain behind the bands biggest anthems, his hometown roots and a unique sense of identity. In this conversation, the legendary frontman opens up on inspiring generations of grunge, indie and alternative scenes for going on three decades, how their mixture of heavy vs light back catalogue has defined their career, new album Torpedo, their unappreciated elements, his first break working in a London recording studio, getting to assist Seal, the 90's...
2022-01-071h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 162 - Top 10 Albums of 2021 | Featuring Mystery GuestsJet Black New Year. 2021 was a amazing period for new music in the alternative scenes of punk, metal, emo and rock. As the calendar comes to a close, we're using Episode 162 of Sappenin' Podcast to highlight our favourite albums, experiences and achievements from the last twelve months, as well as some secret appearances from mystery guests. In this conversation, Sean and Morgan go back and forth, discussing their individual top five releases, that they formed a lasting connection with. The pair also reminisce their other musical obsessions, how being involved in events like Download Pilot, Heavy Music Awards and...
2021-12-311h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 161 - Jo O'Meara (S Club 7)Don't Stop Movin'. Pop music superstar, tv personality and dedicated mother, Jo O'Meara, is our festive guest on Episode 161 of Sappenin' Podcast! The S Club 7 poster-child spills secrets on starting a new chapter in her career, returning to solo material for the first time in sixteen years and the groups rollercoaster machine experience. In this conversation, we discuss dealing with life in the public eye and tabloids from a young age, how turning forty gave her a fresh prospective on everything, quitting her brutal smoking addiction, writing a series of heartfelt stories for new album 'With Love', the moment...
2021-12-2451 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 160 - Brandon Boyd (Incubus)Drive. Influential vocalist, creative artist and never ageing mega babe, Brandon Boyd, is our guest on Episode 160 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Incubus frontman celebrates the bands thirtieth anniversary with us by unleashing secrets on their longevity, his famous paintings and returning to his universe of solo music. In this conversation, we discuss Brandon's larger than life experiences on new album 'Echos and Cocoons', why it's being described as dark and horny, the dynamics of his art exhibitions, growing up in a expressive household, launching his Moonlight Collective with some surprising names, wanting to make friends with Noel Fielding, inspiring...
2021-12-1748 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 159 - Spencer Chamberlain (Underoath)Reinventing Your Exit. Scene leader, destroyed vocal king and devoted father, Spencer Chamberlain, is our guest on Episode 159 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Underoath frontman opens up on a career of collaboration, finding himself and musical art. In this conversation, we discuss the change of dynamics for the band since their return from hiatus, new album Voyeurist, how their own battles and relationship with religion affected their lives, songwriting secrets, taking time to work with new artists, the evolution of emo, Matt Cutshall (Emo's Not Dead), launching his own solo project SLO/TIDE, the Sleepwave days, unexpected opportunities, the time...
2021-12-101h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 158 - Chris LoPorto (Can't Swim)Change Of Plans. Self love lyricist, tour driving expert and overall good egg, Chris LoPorto, is our guest on Episode 158 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Can't Swim vocalist gives us a call while on the road with Silverstein to have a relaxed chat on band life, finding himself and returning to the UK for 2000 Trees Festival 2022. In this convocation, we disses the bands humble beginnings in New Jersy, signing to Pure Noise Records from an early age, songwriting trial and errors, forgetting your mistakes, underground German sex cults, getting bloody in a GCW Wrestling ring, the time he met Miley...
2021-12-0350 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 157 - Aaran McKenzie (While She Sleeps / Film Maker)Know Your Worth. Professional film maker, heavy metal bassist and mental health advocate, Aaran McKenzie, is our guest on Episode 157 of Sappenin' Podcast! The While She Sleeps creative takes time to open up on his life behind the camera, Sleeps Society and some unforgettable life opportunities. In this conversation, we discuss how their Patreon model has created a new blueprint for the music industry, the reaction after its first anniversary, promoting a whole album campaign around so much uncertainty, launching his Aaran McKenzie Films business, shooting music videos for Sylosis, Havelock and Raiders, the ins and outs of videography...
2021-11-261h 19
Part-Time AthletesHealing and Recovering from an Injury with Janelle Sheppard, Sweat and SunshineYou can support the show here.
In this episode of Part-Time Athletes, Janelle Sheppard talks healing and recovering from an injury. Janelle Sheppard is an Arizona-based fitness professional and owner of the business Sweat & Sunshine.
Sweat & Sunshine delivers outdoor adventures and fitness experiences designed to maximize the benefits of sunshine, exercise, and nature. Sweat & Sunshine also offers virtual fitness training opportunities.
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2021-09-2128 min
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversation 6 | Janelle CashSend us a textThis week’s conversation is with my sister, Janelle Cash. While we didn’t grow up in the same home we have a special relationship that’s hard to describe except to say that while we aren’t always in constant contact like a lot of siblings, when we do get around each other it’s always a bunch of laughs, smiles and a whole lot of love. But Don't believe anything she says about me! I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.
2020-11-271h 37