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The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After ShowArticulate Coven Afterlife: Welcome to Derry Episode 1In this discussion, we cover the first episode of Welcome to Derry from HBO Max. Watch for discussions covering each episode of Welcome to Derry & the It miniseries adaptation from the 1990's & so much more.
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2026-02-1823 minThe Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"Is My Very Nature That of a Devil" | IWTV Rewatch S1E3 | The Articulate CovenAshley & Joel continue their rewatch of the amazing series, Interview with the Vampire from AMC & AMC+ with episode three, "Is My Very Nature That of a Devil". They discuss missed communication, unwise escalation & righteous retaliation.
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2026-02-171h 02The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After ShowIt (2017) and It: Chapter Two (2019) | Afterlife | From the Articulate CovenIn this discussion, we cover the It film adaptations from 2017 and 2019. Watch for discussions covering each episode of Welcome to Derry & the It miniseries adaptation from the 1990's & so much more.
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2026-02-1128 min
The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"...After the Phantoms of Your Former Self" | IWTV Rewatch S1E2 | The Articulate CovenAshley & Joel continue their rewatch of the amazing series, Interview with the Vampire from AMC & AMC+ with episode two, "..after the phantoms of your former self". They discuss opulent dinners, mirrored narratives & newfound insights brought on by the revisit.
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2026-02-101h 01
The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"...In Throes of Increasing Wonder" | IWTV Rewatch S1E1 | The Articulate CovenIn this episode, Ashely & Joel begin their official rewatch of the Interview with the Vampire series with the amazing pilot, "...In Throes of Increasing Wonder." Ashley & Joel explore the motivations behind the characters, particularly Louis and Lestat, and how their relationship evolves throughout the series. The duo also highlights the importance of the supporting cast and the themes of power, manipulation, and shame that permeate the narrative. Their insights provide a rich analysis of the adaptation and its implications on the characters' journeys.
In this conversation, Joel and Ashley explore various themes from the series, including the...
2026-02-031h 12
The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"I Haven't Even Started the Propane Heaters Inside!" | Prince Lestat Finale | Book ClubIn this episode we wrap up Prince Lestat, as our Book Club episodes for the Prince Lestat novel conclude with Part 4. Next week we start our full video episodes discussing the ENTIRE Interview with the Vampire series from the start, starting February 1st!
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The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"There's Not a Question About That on the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire" | Prince Lestat Part 3In this episode we have to HOLD OURSELVES back from finishing Prince Lestat. Our Book Club episodes for the Prince Lestat novel continue with Part 3. Next week we cover Part 4 & wrap up the book. Then, get ready, we're doing full video episodes discussing the ENTIRE Interview with the Vampire series from the start, starting February 1st!
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Ask a Better QuestionAlcohol & GriefWow, this sounds like a fun title, right? I have a lot of thoughts about this. Alcohol is sold as the answer to pretty much everything: the way to have fun, be cool, connect with others, and conversely, also how to deal with sadness, disappointment etc. So, what does this look like when serious grief shows up? I'm sharing my experiences with this, and also highly aware that I do not want to be preachy on this subject. We all have to get through and manage in the best way we can.
2025-11-0516 minAsk a Better QuestionMy Tips for Grievers & SupportersI sincerely dislike 'Top 5' style episodes, but here we are. These are my best ideas for grievers and their supporters. I hope it is helpful, and please feel free to share further thoughts and ideas.Thank you for listening.Jen
2025-10-2019 minAsk a Better QuestionWidow Zooms, Retreats, Church Basements & Grief Camp for KidsIf you are looking for grief support, a group of people who have gone through similar loss can be incredibly helpful. There is no shortage of groups you can find online- and some offer in person components too. My only suggestion is to keep trying to find your people- once you find them, it is worth it. Here are the ones that worked best for me.Experience Camp for grieving kids through 12th grade. Cannot recommend this camp enough. (They also offer an adult program and family program.)Heather Quisel- widow support
2025-09-2318 min2025-08-2016 minAsk a Better QuestionTurning 50 & Receiving SignsA milestone birthday and my thoughts and experiences on receiving signs from Alex. I'm a total believer by the way.If you are curious about what signs look like and hearing more about them- please read this wonderful book: Signs by Laura Lynne Jackson It is a beautiful read, and I found it comforting and hopeful. Thank you for listening.
2025-06-2919 minAsk a Better QuestionExistential & Practical Question + What Happens After 1 Year?If a tree falls in the forest, and no one hears it- does it make a sound? I like existential questions of philosophy, and this one resonates on a couple levels for me. Also, there is a LOT of emphasis on the first year after losing someone, but what happens on day 366?
2025-06-0811 minAsk a Better QuestionHow are You?.....and other Impossible QuestionsI’m sharing a few thoughts about why this question is so difficult when in the midst of grief, or really any challenging life stage. Also, I am a chronic over-thinker, so that doesn’t help in this scenario. I also share the Buddhist parable , 'The story of the second arrow'. The message of this story is one that I revisit very frequently. It illustrates the difference between pain and suffering, which for me has been a helpful distinction in many moments. Thank you for listening.
2025-04-2017 minAsk a Better QuestionEmily Mara: Movement & Wellness Coach and Teacher @ Int'l Women's Day 2020 in Buffalo!Flashback to…… International Women’s Day, March 8, 2020. My friend and co-conspirator Judy @garagefitness and I dreamt of sharing The Class by Taryn Toomey live in Buffalo to honor and celebrate women. Thanks to generous support from @lululemon, it actually happened! We were blessed to have the inspiring and powerful @emilychristinemara travel to Buffalo from NYC and lead hundreds of women in an amazing group experience……..one week before the world shut down. It was a pleasure to reconnect with Emily 5 years later to catch up on how she is continuing to inspire and support women...
2025-04-1343 minAsk a Better QuestionBreaking The Ice- MessilyIt’s now been 2 years since I took what I thought was a break for a few weeks. I considered starting again so many times, but it felt too overwhelming. I wasn’t sure how to begin and what to say. Somehow, a few weeks ago I felt like starting, and so I recorded a 15 min. ‘ice breaker’. Trust me, it’s messy. But, guess what- that’s exactly where I’m at. I usually obsess over details and trying to make everything perfect, but I’m experimenting with going the other way here. I ramble, probably don’t make sense...
2025-03-2816 min
Saint Paul's On The Go!Come Alive - Girl Talk! - Miss Independent, Body Image, & How Masculinity Fits Into the Feminist RoarOur Director of Evangelization, Helena Dziadowicz, shares how God is moving in her heart and in her life in this special episode from her February Women's Night talk at Saint Paul's!
10 Truths under those three subtitles that I've learned about Women & Femininity:
Know who you are, know whose you are. “I belong to my lover, and for me He yearns” Song of Songs 7:11
Women are the more vulnerable sex.
Women are objectively more beautiful than men.
You are naturally stunning. Naturally beautiful.
What actually makes a woman beautif...
2024-02-2949 min
The Ruth Institute PodcastFeminism Destroys Womanhood | Dr. Carrie Gress on The Dr J Show ep. 197Dr. Carrie Gress joins Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse to discuss how feminism destroyed womanhood. She is also the author of "The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us." Dr. Gress has five children and a doctorate in philosophy from the Catholic University of America. She is the editor at the online women's magazine Theology of Home. Carrie has written for numerous publications, including Aleteia, Catholic Vote, Catholic World Report, National Review, The Catholic Thing, The Federalist, The National Catholic Register, The Stream, and The Washington Examiner. She is a frequent guest on Ave Maria Radio, Catholic Answers...
2023-10-0455 minThe Ruth Institute PodcastFeminism Destroys Womanhood | Dr. Carrie Gress on The Dr J Show ep. 197Dr. Carrie Gress joins Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse to discuss how feminism destroyed womanhood. She is also the author of "The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us." Dr. Gress has five children and a doctorate in philosophy from the Catholic University of America. She is the editor at the online women's magazine Theology of Home. Carrie has written for numerous publications, including Aleteia, Catholic Vote, Catholic World Report, National Review, The Catholic Thing, The Federalist, The National Catholic Register, The Stream, and The Washington Examiner. She is a frequent guest on Ave Maria Radio, Catholic Answers...
2023-10-0455 min
Reach the Stars PodcastEp 54: "Mindfulness" with Jennifer Daily GressEp 54: "Mindfulness" with Jennifer Daily GressProfessional Mindfulness and Wellness speaker, former CPA, and Yoga Instructor Jennifer Daily Gress reminds us to "own it, and move forward."You can find Jennifer here:Instagram: @jenniferdailygressWebsite: https://www.jenniferdailygress.com/Yoga: poweryogabuffalo.comLinkedIn: JenniferDailyGressSupport the show
2023-07-121h 05
Andrea Has QuestionsAndrea has Questions... for Jennifer Gress/Kristin WareThis week's episode is about girthy burritos, small towns, big drunken dreams, and so much more. Jennifer Gress (former Tulsan/current Texan/wine lounge owner) and Kristin Ware (frequent AHQ guest) join me to reminisce about Goldie's pickle bar and the dire lunch offerings near the BOK Tower 15 years ago. We hear all about how Gress decided to take her love for a nice glass of wine and turn it into owning a wine bar in a small town in Texas - now featuring the biggest patio in town, thank you very much. Watch/listen as we collectively go...
2023-05-0954 minAsk a Better QuestionSolo Episode: Why Am I Passionate About Sharing Mindfulness?Hi Friends, today is my first solo episode. I share an experience that happened when I was growing up that was difficult for me to process. Now from my adult perspective, it illustrates how mindfulness helps me navigate big and small situations as well as why I'm so passionate about sharing it. Thank you for listening and please connect with your thoughts or feedback:jenniferdailygress@gmail.com I'm taking a break from the podcast for a couple of weeks and will be back with more great guests, mindfulness and......better questions!
2023-03-2116 minAsk a Better QuestionUnapologetic Coffee: Truth & Tips from co-founder Alisa Officer!If you live in Buffalo you have probably heard about Unapologetic Coffee- they have a shop at 1375 Main St. in the city and their coffee is proudly served at many local business. Today I get to talk with Alisa Officer, who with her twin sister founded Unapologetic Coffee. The thing that hits me most about this brand is the authenticity and personality reflected in it. The logo, branding and vision is all real and authentic to them. Alisa shares some great advice for new entrepreneurs, talks about being comfortable in uncomfortable spaces and also her bigger visions f...
2023-03-1450 minAsk a Better QuestionCan We Find Inspiration, Authenticity and Empowerment in Accounting? (YES)Today's conversation might just change everything you thought about accounting and accountants....It was a pleasure to talk with Dawn Scott, CPA about being a disrupter in the professional services field and how she has created her firm with her own rules. Hearing how she interacts with her clients and cares about their business is a breath of fresh air in a field which isn't always known for personality and connection. Dawn is also the host of the podcast 'The Empowered CPA' where I was a guest several episodes ago. We talk about...
2023-03-0747 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat is THE Most Important Health Habit? And More.....It is a rare opportunity to speak with such an accomplished scientist and hear her break down practical wellness information is a way we can all apply! Impressively, Heather is ranked in the top 1% of most influential scientists in the world (PLOS Biology). (See below) ‘This ranking, considered the most prestigious worldwide, is based on the bibliometric information contained in the Scopus database and includes more than 160,000 researchers from the more than 8 million scientists considered to be active worldwide, with 22 scientific fields and 176 subfields taken into account.’https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3...
2023-02-2852 minAsk a Better QuestionHow Would You Want Someone to Stand Up For You?Ashley Middleton has been a corporate diversity facilitator since 2014 and she also has a great podcast entitled 'Figuring it Out'. She recently released an episode called 'Being Black in America' and we unpack more of the ideas she shares. Ashley and I also crossover in the wellness fields and tie this all into our understanding and practices of mindfulness.It goes without saying that racism and all its manifestations are very complex. Speaking for myself, I know this is a journey that I'm relatively new at- so I know I'm not getting everything right. I'm learning along t...
2023-02-211h 00Ask a Better QuestionHow Would You Want Someone to Stand Up For You?Ashley Middleton has been a corporate diversity facilitator since 2014 and she also has a great podcast entitled 'Figuring it Out'. She recently released an episode called 'Being Black in America' and we unpack more of the ideas she shares. Ashley and I also crossover in the wellness fields and tie this all into our understanding and practices of mindfulness. It goes without saying that racism and all its manifestations are very complex. Speaking for myself, I know this is a journey that I'm relatively new at- so I know I'm not getting everything right. I'm learning along t...
2023-02-211h 01Ask a Better QuestionHow Can I Be a Better Negotiator and Get More of What I Want?If you are curious about the dynamics of power, influence, getting what you want and being a better negotiator- do not miss this conversation with Professor Alison Fragale, Ph.D. Alison. Alison is an expert in these areas and presents it all with expertise and humor.We discuss our origin story of growing up in Pittsburgh, the differences between women and men when it comes to negotiations and some fascinating insights into power and power dynamics. As someone who does not feel like negotiating is a strength, I'm encouraged that she describes it as a skill...
2023-02-1455 minAsk a Better QuestionWelcome Series 3!A quick few minutes to check in and share where I'm at at the start of 2023 and also some greater clarity on the direction of the podcast. Connect with me: jenniferdailygress@gmail.com@JenniferDailyGress (IG and LinkedIn)
2023-02-0904 minAsk a Better QuestionHoliday Fun & Merriment! (.....How do we do that?)A festive holiday conversation with my sister Colleen Simonds before my holiday break….Tree flocking…..what is it and why do it? Are you a supporter or consider it holiday sacrilege? Where do we come down on holiday folklore? Santa, Elf on the Shelf…..why not include the Easter Bunny and The Tooth Fairy too?‘Loves Entertaining’ Is this something to aspire to or a recipe for anxiety? (do people really need food bat this things, or could we leave that part out?)Do struc...
2022-12-2043 min
The Empowered CPAEp. 44 - “Embracing Change and Mindfulness with Jennifer Gress”On this episode, I am joined by mindfulness, meditation and yoga teacher and speaker, Jennifer Gress. Jennifer is a “recovering” CPA who changed career paths after entering motherhood and finding inspiration from a yoga instructor who introduced her to the concept of mindfulness. Jennifer took a big leap, leaving behind her traditional and stable job to do what felt right in her heart. Jennifer speaks with us about the importance of mindfulness, her struggles throughout her journey, and the importance of staying true to yourself. If you want to connect with Jennifer Gress: @jenniferdailygress on Inst...
2022-12-1338 minAsk a Better QuestionWhy is My Hair Falling Out?Thank you Dr. Bethany Lema for taking on what is a personal and sometimes scary subject for so many people (myself included)....hair loss. UGH. I share my own struggles and approach to dealing with this and I'm so grateful to Bethany for sharing the medical science behind all of this. As you'll hear, this is not an easy situation to diagnose and treat- but hopefully you'll come away armed with more knowledge and some possibilities if you're dealing with hair loss too.Bethany also discusses her experience of the relationship between stress and dermatological issues. (spoiler...
2022-12-131h 07
The Empowered CPAS1E44: Embracing Change and Mindfulness with Jennifer GressOn this episode, I am joined by mindfulness, meditation and yoga teacher and speaker, Jennifer Gress. Jennifer is a “recovering” CPA who changed career paths after entering motherhood and finding inspiration from a yoga instructor who introduced her to the concept of mindfulness. Jennifer took a big leap, leaving behind her traditional and stable job to do what felt right in her heart. Jennifer speaks with us about the importance of mindfulness, her struggles throughout her journey, and the importance of staying true to yourself.
If you want to connect with Jennifer Gress:
@jenniferdailygress on Inst...
2022-12-1338 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat is the Story With Women & Alcohol?Lisa Prefontaine is a licensed mental health counselor and shares so much important information in this conversation. I've been wanting to talk to a professional about this subject for a while after seeing one news article after another about how alcohol use and dependency among women is increasing, especially since the pandemic. Let me say that her approach is a wonderful combination of science, research, experience and compassion. We talk about habits, will power, physiology, cultural pressure, marketing, and she offers some self reflective questions to consider when we're curious about our relationship with alcohol. This is a...
2022-12-0648 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat Amazing Creations Can be Made With Paper? (hint: cool xmas gift alert)This is a fun conversation with Janna Willoughby-Lohr about the magical creations she makes out of paper to make people happy and 'bring meaning to people's lives'. Janna is an artist, business founder, sustainability entrepreneur, Buffalonian and mom. Check out her website here to see her creations.....https://www.papercraftmiracles.com/We talk about the origin story of her business, poetry and art as a connecter to emotions, the power of words, taking rest, and one of my favorite sentiments she shares is about Art Affecting Change in the World: "...confront...
2022-11-2952 minAsk a Better QuestionChild Care: What are the Issues and How Can we Support Solutions?It was a privilege to hear directly from WNY Women’s Foundation CEO Sheri Scavone about the state of child care in our region and her work in that area to support women and families. I learned so much from this conversation and came away with seeing it as a two-fold challenge. On one side, there is a need for economic resources to increase availability, access and affordability of child care. Additionally, child (and all) care workers need to be paid a fair wage that reflects how important this work is. That piece leads me to...
2022-11-2243 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat Happens When 2 Friends Hang Out in a Closet with a Microphone?What happens? Judy is an incredible human being and champion for women. Her heart and energy go into everything she does and nobody is left the same after an interaction with her! We talk about her business: Garage fitness, being vulnerable, communication, supporting women, a little politics and more! Here’s a question we’d love your take on:How can you turn a complaint about your body into appreciation instead? DM us and let us know your answer or other thoughts about the conversation...@jenniferdailygress@garagefitnessstudio
2022-11-1552 minAsk a Better QuestionHow Can Moms Give Up the 4 Letter Word 'Busy'? A Conversation with RN and Yoga Teacher Lesline Pittman.I thoroughly enjoyed the chance to speak with Lesline and talk about yoga, being a nurse and mom, her business and how all those things connect. Trigger warning that there is talk of mental health challenges, suicide and postpartum depression. She shares this to encourage women who think they may need help or are struggling with mental health to reach out to a professional or in a crisis situation the hotline: 988.Work or practice yoga with Lesline over Zoom or locally in Orlando:https://www.leslinepittman.com/
2022-11-0857 minAsk a Better QuestionHow Can We Do Better at Talking About Race?This episode with Buffalo writer and workshop facilitator Nanette D. Massey jumps right into the conversations we do and don't have about race.Next Saturday Nov 5th, Nanette and renowned author Robin DiAngelo (White Fragility) will co-host an event at Canisius College entitle 'Real Talk About Race'. We talk about the event, the nature of Robin's work in this space and the importance of walking away..... uncomfortably. Just like in the gym or at yoga class, we know that physical discomfort in training is necessary to build strength and grow. Same here.N...
2022-11-0147 minAsk a Better QuestionHow Can We Normalize and Prioritize Conversations About Women's Health?Dr. Angela McLellan-Desai is a friend and Ob/Gyn MD in Buffalo. This can be an emotional and complex topic and I appreciate her expertise, straightforward approach and empathy along the way. My intention was to ask the questions on the topics that we often don't! I think we did that and I hope that you'll feel interested to learn more, support your friends, family, partner as they navigate physical changes and maybe even become more involved in supporting women's health. Here are some resources recommended by Dr. McLellan-Desai: Practice We...
2022-10-2542 min
Faith in the GlitchThe Glitching Hour: DarkSynth DJ Mix | 10.19.22 AM |1 Merciless Souldz
2 Bodyselector Kodeseven
3 NUCLEAR RIDE Dwooswa
4 Hades (Harkonnen Remix) Garçons
5 System Failure The Forgotten
6 Moon - 2022 reprise The Neon Droid
7 Hysteria F.O.O.L & SKUM
8 CORRUPT Matteo Tura feat. Biomechanimal
9 Slowbodies CABLE
10 ISOLATION LAZERPUNK
11 The Age of Mankind Is Over Neodyne Project
12 No Place to Hide Meteor
13 Cypher Voicians
14 The Lack Of Hope Gesaffelstein
15 Air Daniel Deluxe
16 Dead road VHS82
17 Turbulence SPACEINVADER
18 RUN AND HIDE (MOONBOOTS AND OCCULTISM) JNNY COBRA
19 Blackout SINFUL OWLS
20 New Order (Single) MASKED
21 No Warning Shot Dark Helmet
22 Distant Sound (feat. SUNESIS) Donbor
23 Quagmire Cassetter
24 A Storm Out There Midnight Danger
25 Yesterday's Gone F...
2022-10-192h 06Ask a Better QuestionA Key Question for Design and More: Do I Love This?Who better to kick off the second series of the podcast than my incredible sister Colleen Simonds! She is an accomplished interior designer after beginning her career in merchandising at Gap Inc and J Crew. We talk about career evolution, the second (or 3rd) chapters of careers, hair issues, beauty, aging and how this all ties back to Mike Brady. Yes. Here are a few highlights…..Innate talents vs. learned skillsWhat is an editor? A chooser and a picker! Closet clean out tips and ruthlessness. Hair issues for both of us. Only scratching the surf...
2022-10-1855 minAsk a Better QuestionThe Better Questions So Far! Series 1 WrapI love a good summary! It just feels so.....complete. Just me today for this summary and wrap-up episode of the first series. Mindfulness in the Corporate World.....what are some of the best questions to come out of these conversations? PS- I feel I have to add this: I bring up Donald Trump in an example about bias towards women seeking leadership positions and I need to say that I acknowledge there are a multitude of serious issues associated with him which I do not cover in this po...
2022-09-0619 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat If We Expanded Our Definition of Leadership?What would happen if we expanded our definition of leadership? Who is a leader? What qualities do they have? What qualities would we want them to have differently than what we see now?Linkage Women in Leadership Conference: November 1-4 Orlando 2022https://www.linkageinc.com/Key Ideas and Questions:Internal v External obstacles to advancement for women in professional leadershipThe ‘Inner Critic’ and what are the ways to get back to your center.Being likable v being credible as a double bind...
2022-08-3046 minAsk a Better QuestionWhat is missing in our communities and can YOU be the one who brings it?Fun conversation with my friend Steve Procknal! A semi-official ambassador for Buffalo, I can't think of anyone who loves this community more. He gives back through his natural enthusiasm and creativity whether it is organizing memorable large scale events at the Bills Stadium or showing up in costume to cheer on the Shamrock Run. Today we talk about what it takes to create community and Steve has some great experience in this area, co-founding the free fitness November Project here in Buffalo over 5 years ago. It's still going on every Wednesday morning (no cost) a...
2022-08-2356 minAsk a Better QuestionHow Do We Create Better Environments for the Human Experience?DEI: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This episode is about that, but really so much more. As you may have concluded by now, I'm a believer in mindfulness as a way to transform our thinking. And why? Ultimately, because I think that we'll have a better world for doing so.A kinder, more dynamic and interesting world if we all have the ability to bring and be our full, best selves. Catherine Earle is in Project Management for the Delaware North Corporation and also serves the Buffalo community on several Boards including City Year, Western New Y...
2022-08-1642 minAsk a Better QuestionAll Things Communication Part 2: Leadership, Truth & PropagandaPart 2 with Steve Bell! We didn't quite complete this conversation after one round, so we come back for more.A few highlights from my notes.....-Leadership and what is the responsibility of people with platforms and us as individuals ? - To establish trust through communicating. - Communication doesn't have to be grandiose or institutional- it is also powerful 1:1.- Taking responsibility for what goes wrong. It's easy for leaders to take responsibility for wins and what goes right.- How do companies decide...
2022-08-0942 minAsk a Better QuestionAll Things Communication Part 1: Nuance, Crisis &..........Sometimes SilenceWho better to speak with about mindfulness as it relates to communicating than Steve Bell? His professional career is all about communicating, whether in journalism with the Buffalo News, marketing and PR at Mower or as an independent voice to shepherd clients through a crisis situation. Beyond that, Steve is a good friend, engaged citizen in Buffalo and a fighter for civil rights. I value his opinion and perspective always and appreciate his measured demeanor and wisdom. (Especially over the past few years.) A few of my favorite questions from o...
2022-08-0248 minAsk a Better QuestionHow does Mindfulness impact Entrepreneurship?Colleen Heidinger is a proud champion of Buffalo and the President of 43North, a startup accelerator and incubator based here in Buffalo, NY. She is also the owner of a yoga studio, Space on Seneca and a yoga instructor. Here are some of the highlights of our conversation and links to check out!- What is THE most important question for entrepreneurs to ask?- What is a key to problem solving?- What results from 'time on the yoga mat'?- What are you willing to 'eat, breathe, sleep'?
2022-07-2633 minAsk a Better QuestionFirst Question: What is This Podcast About?Most of us have probably heard that mindfulness is helpful for stress management. And it is- but what can mindfulness look like beyond just stress management? Could it be a key to transformational thinking and positive change? I think so! In this introductory episode I share my 2-step hypothesis about how mindfulness practices can reveal different thinking. And a big part of that is asking better questions. (Although my nature is to prefer answers over questions.)
2022-07-1411 minThe Ruth Institute PodcastRadical Feminism's Anti-Mary Agenda Exposed Radical feminism is exposed in Dr. Carrie Gress's latest book: The Anti-Mary Exposed. Women are caught between a rock and a hard place. The prevailing political correctness tells us that we are nothing unless we conform ourselves to men —and not even just that, but the toxic masculinity offered by the world. What is toxic masculinity, and is there such a thing as toxic femininity? Watch and find out! This is an audio podcast of The Dr J Show. Full video episode is available here, with readings & resources.
2021-10-0856 minThe Ruth Institute PodcastRadical Feminism's Anti-Mary Agenda Exposed Radical feminism is exposed in Dr. Carrie Gress's latest book: The Anti-Mary Exposed. Women are caught between a rock and a hard place. The prevailing political correctness tells us that we are nothing unless we conform ourselves to men —and not even just that, but the toxic masculinity offered by the world. What is toxic masculinity, and is there such a thing as toxic femininity? Watch and find out! This is an audio podcast of The Dr J Show. Full video episode is available here, with readings & resources.
2021-10-0856 min
The Strong Women Podcast32. Do Families Matter? with Dr. Jennifer Roback MorseUsing both personal stories and professional research as an economist, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, president of the Ruth Institute, discusses with Erin and Sarah the irreplaceable importance that families have in establishing and maintaining a thriving society. Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse Show Notes: The Ruth Institute: http://www.ruthinstitute.org/ "Love & Economics: It Takes A Family to Raise a Village" by Jennifer Roback Morse, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Economics-Takes-Family-Village/dp/0981605915/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Love+and+Economics&qid=1612883926&s=books&sr=1-1 "The Rise and Triumph of the...
2021-02-1055 min
B2B Tech Talk with Ingram MicroReplay: Corporate Wellness from Jen and Steve SpeakThis is the fifth episode in Ingram Micro’s replay series, where we share with you some of our favorite episodes over the last year that will be helpful to you right now.In 2019, Aflac Workforces reported that 70% of employees that were enrolled in wellness programs reported higher job satisfaction than those not enrolled in the company’s program. A ClassPass survey found 88% of the people they surveyed stated they were more likely to recommend an employer who supported their well-being efforts. In this episode from July 2020, Jennifer Daily-Gress and Steven Procknal of Jen and Steve Speak offe...
2021-01-0127 minB2B Tech Talk with Ingram MicroCorporate wellness from Jen & Steve Speak | President's Club SeriesDo you hate exercising? You probably haven’t found the right activity yet! As people are returning to the office, tensions are high. Physical activity and mindfulness techniques are a great way to reduce stress and cultivate community. In this episode of B2B Tech Talk, Jennifer Daily Gress and Steve Procknal of Jen & Steve Speak offer advice for starting a successful corporate wellness program in the wake of the pandemic. Find more about how Jen and Steve give back to the community with: Yogis in Service Power Yoga Buffalo November Project Jennifer’s...
2020-07-0625 minThe Ruth Institute PodcastThe Theology of Home: Dr Carrie Gress on The Dr J Show(November 2019) It's Friday, and this is an audio podcast of our weekly video broadcast of "The Dr J Show." This week's guest is Dr. Carrie Gress, editor of Theology of Home, writer, author, mother, and more. Stay tuned for her interview in this episode of The Dr J Show. This is an audio podcast of our newest video project, The Dr J Show. Full video episode is available here.
2019-11-2957 minThe Ruth Institute PodcastThe Theology of Home: Dr Carrie Gress on The Dr J Show(November 2019) It's Friday, and this is an audio podcast of our weekly video broadcast of "The Dr J Show." This week's guest is Dr. Carrie Gress, editor of Theology of Home, writer, author, mother, and more. Stay tuned for her interview in this episode of The Dr J Show. This is an audio podcast of our newest video project, The Dr J Show. Full video episode is available here.
2019-11-2957 min