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WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsRep. Jill Billings discusses new budget, Prairie SpringsThe push to get the funding to construct the Prairie Springs II science building came from more than just politicians. Seven years after the first Prairie Springs building was built at UW-La Crosse, the budget signed last week by Governor Evers included money for the second building. Representative Jill Billings said today on La Crosse Talk that efforts to finally get it funded included not only UWL officials but large employers in the community such as Emplify by Gundersen, Mayo Clinic Health System, and Kwik Trip. Billings also credited the efforts of new UWL...2025-07-0825 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsWisconsin state Rep. Billings on budget talks, Campbell PFAS relief and funding UW-La Crosse's science centerWisconsin state Assembly Rep. Jill Billings in studio for a wide-ranging conversation on state budget talks, UW-L and other legislation in progress, plus some potential PFAS relief for the Town of Campbell. We began the show, though, with what all state reps are obligated to do and give a shoutout to June Dairy Days, before diving into talk about state budget negotiations stalling between Gov. Tony Evers and the Republican-controlled Legislature. Billings also discussed bills she's working on, plus her reiterating there's always a focus to try and get Republicans to fund Phase 2 of UW-La...2025-06-1224 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Schams on cellphones, contracts, getting to summerLa Crosse Education Association president Jill Schams joined to talk about getting through one more week before summer, contract negotiations with the district and how the union feels about cellphones in schools. Schams, a music teacher at Southern Bluffs Elementary, gave some details how the union works with the district on contract issues, because the state only allows them to negotiate pay. She also discussed how teachers might like to see the district handle a cellphone policy. Right now, school boards have that control, though the state legislature has discussed having a sweeping policy across the state. S...2025-06-0213 min
The Death Readiness Podcast: Not your dad’s estate planning podcastHow to Succeed in the Caregiving Role No One Trained You ForCaregiving isn’t side work - it’s a leadership position. Host Jill Mastroianni talks with Jennifer O’Brien, author of Care Boss and The Hospice Doctor’s Widow, about the emotional labor, strategic thinking, and societal blind spots surrounding caregiving. Drawing from her experience leading healthcare organizations as well as caring for her husband and parents, Jennifer challenges the notion of caregiving as “soft” work and offers real-world tools to do it well. We cover everything from palliative care to “go bags” to how not to offer help to a caregiver.If you're juggling caregiving responsibilities, this episode is...2025-05-301h 18
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsOutgoing Teachers Union Leader Concerned About Changes to Education FundingIn his last days as co-president of the La Crosse Education Association (LEA), Jesse Martinez says a recent Federal vote and changes to Wisconsin Governor Tony Ever's Education budget have him concerned about kids in school. Martinez accused 3rd District Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) of breaking his word that there would not be cuts to Medicaid and SNAP when he voted for the federal budget blueprint late last week. SNAP is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as food stamps. In a May 5 press release on Congressman Van Orden's website says...2025-05-2012 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Martinez on stepping away, school board president and D.C. May Day ralliesLa Crosse teachers' union president Jesse Martinez joins to talk about announcing Golden Apple awards, attending May Day rallies in DC, the new school board president, building coalitions and his stepping down soon. Martinez is officially co-president of the La Crosse Education Association, which is currently going through elections for its leadership positions, but he is not seeking a fourth term. He notes there is only one candidate running for LEA president, and that's Jill Schams. Also, with the La Crosse School Board electing a new president Monday, Martinez also talks about LEA's relationship there. W...2025-05-0510 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Schams on Brewers visit, teaching music, governor's 400-year fundingLa Crosse teachers' union co-president Jill Schams joins to talk about the Brewers Racing Sausages visiting her school, Gov. Tony Evers' 400-year school funding bill upheld, teaching music and the new school board. Schams is the co-president of the La Crosse Education Association and K-5 music teacher at Southern Bluffs, where the Brewers awarded a $1,000 check and gave a first-grade teacher there an award. But we talk about what the kids through of those Racing Sausages running around the gym. After that, we got into what it's like teaching music to elementary kids and why...2025-04-2312 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse state Assembly Rep. Billings on postpartum care, campaign finance, local listening sessionWisconsin state Assembly Rep. Jill Billings in the WIZM studio for La Crosse Talk to discuss a bipartisan bill on postpartum care that mysteriously didn’t get passed, her hosting two local budget listening sessions and the state of campaign finance, after the $100 million spring WI Supreme Court race. We began the show with discussing a bill that passed the state Senate last session 32-1 — that one legislator not getting reelected — and never getting to a vote in the state Assembly, because Speaker Robin Vos decided not to do so. That bill, which is getting anothe...2025-04-2226 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsWisconsin Sen. Brad Pfaff on banning hedge funds from housing, upcoming budget listening session, election reactWisconsin state Sen. Brad Pfaff in the WIZM studio for La Crosse Talk with election reaction, money in politics, upcoming budget listening sessions and a new housing proposal, plus the best places for a Friday fish fry. Began the show with some election reaction in regards to the amount of money spent on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race the past two elections — both record-setting for the most money spent on a judiciary race. Pfaff, a Democrat who represents District 32, also discussed some of the issues the state Legislature should be tackling, including some classic hits lik...2025-04-0827 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Martinez on student's March madness, election reactionWe got La Crosse Education Association co-president Jesse Martinez's reaction to last week's elections for school board, supreme court and Department of Public Instruction, and we also spoke about a fun, student-led March madness bracket. Martinez, basically the teachers' union co-president with Jill Schams, is also a Logan Middle School teacher. We began the show talking about these student brackets consisting of candy, movies and restaurants. After that, we discussed how the teachers' union and the school board play a role with each other. In regards to the statewide elections, we talked about h...2025-04-0814 min
Unstoppable Farce; The Mitch Maloney StoryChapter 19: Conan O'Brien's Diminishing ReturnsMitch makes the rounds of all the popular late night chat shows.Endnotes:“Marlon Bundo” with Jill Twiss, A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo (Chronicle Books, San Francisco, 2018) An audacious statement on societal inclusivity, employing a metaphorical layering akin to the works of postmodern deconstructionists, a critique of the infantilization of the literary world. Slack Score: 11; Snark Score: 12; Overall FCA ranking: 71Jimmy Fallon, Your Babies First Word Will be Dada (Feiwel and Friends, New York, 2015) A deconstruction of phonetics, subverting language into a world where meaning is elusive and language is presented as a fragme...2025-04-0248 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse Schools superintendent Dr. Engel on Act 10 in Supreme Court race, what's the DPI and district's relationship with mayorLa Crosse Schools superintendent, Dr. Aaron Engel joins, discussing Act 10, which is essentially on the ballot in the state Supreme Court race. Engel also helps define the Department of Public Instruction and what the district's role is with the La Crosse mayor (in general). The race between Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel for Wisconsin Supreme Court essentially means Act 10 could be struck down or left alone depending on who wins. Schimel supports Act 10, and Crawford likely would vote to restore some public employees' working rights. Engel discusses how the district interacts with its public employees and what...2025-04-0113 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Schams on statewide races affecting schools, the mysterious pencil sharpener and Golden Apple AwardsJill Schams, co-president of the La Crosse teachers’ union, joined to tell a story about the mysterious thing on the wall in her classroom — a pencil sharpener. We also discuss the big statewide races that could impact schools, including one that could eventually restore bargaining rights for public workers. And, lastly, Schams noted there’s still time to nominate school staff for the year’s final Golden Apple award. In regards to the two Wisconsin elections, Schams discusses how the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) — the statewide teachers' union — is endorsing Susan Crawford in the race. The st...2025-03-2411 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsBillings talks GOP outrage over Gov. Evers terminology: "the spouse of the inseminated person"Here's a clip from Wisconsin state Rep. Jill Billings on what she calls manufactured Republican outrage over the term "inseminated person." In his budget proposal, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers changed terminology from "the husband of the mother" to "the spouse of the inseminated person," and Billings describes why that had to happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-2604 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsThose statewide tests and La Crosse student outcomes with superintendent EngelCovered a lot with School District of La Crosse superintendent, Dr. Aaron Engel, including statewide proficiency tests and how students are doing, plus a timeline on tearing down the Hogan building and getting public input on renovating State Road Elementary. We also discussed last week's visit to La Crosse from Dr. Jill Underly, the Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and just exactly what that job entails. Plus the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and the outlook Engel has from the district's perspective. An open house at State Road Elementary happens from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, as...2025-02-1714 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union president Jill Schams on school board candidates, Dept. of education, and Valentine's Day in schoolsJill Schams, the La Crosse Education Association co-president, joins to discuss what it means when a school board candidate says they want to support teachers, the possible closure of the Department of Education, Valentine's Day in grade school and keeping kids into music. We began the show quick on the Monday after the Super Bowl and some updates on what's happening in the district and getting ready for Valentine's Day in school. Schams, a music teacher at Southern Bluffs for kindergarten through fifth grade, shared insights on how to spark kids’ interest in music and ke...2025-02-1111 min
Scariff Bay Community Radio Podcasts SBCRINTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS -Jill Fenton Limetree theatre and Belltable Marketing and Development Manager,talking about the Lime Tree Panto which presents its 2024 title, Rapunzel. Written by Mike Finn and directed by Michael Finneran, the company are excited to present 34 family shows from December 8th 2024 to January 7th 2025. https://limetreebelltable.ie/
As broadcast live on SBCR as part of Saturday Chronicle 14th December 2024 hosted by Daragh leamy and Jim O’Brien. Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what’s app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com
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WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse teachers' union co-president Jill Schams on school start times, Thanksgiving foodsLa Crosse Education Association co-president Jill Schams joined La Crosse Talk on Monday to discuss what might change with the school district starting two weeks earlier, plus when to begin the school day and year-round school. We also had to talk best and worst foods on the Thanksgiving Day table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-11-2715 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse Schools superintendent Engel on referendum plans, ending dept. of educationSchool District of La Crosse superintendent, Dr. Aaron Engel, joins to talk about what’s next now that the $53.5 million elementary school referendum plan passed, plus we discuss his thoughts on the Trump administration potentially closing the Department of Education. We also brought up the idea of $4 billion in the next budget to fund public education, which is nearly the same as the state’s budget surplus. Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jill Underly, made that proposal recently. With the referendum, we discussed what happens next and when — tearing down the Hogan Administration building, creati...2024-11-1813 min
Neuroscience of CoachingHarness Your Introvert Strengths in Business and Life (Jill Lublin)Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakDive into the misunderstood world of introversion with neuroscience and actionable strategies. Jill Lublin, a master publicity strategist, offers practical methods to help introverts thrive in self-promotion and business. Learn how brain differences impact behavior and discover ways to harness the unique strengths of introversion for success.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as sh...2024-10-2428 min
This Juicy LifeHow to Find and Boost Romance in Your Relationships with Lindsay Jill Roth | #76What if you can find your partner, or deepen your intimacy with your partner, by asking good questions?
Today we are so excited to bring you a fun conversation with the amazing author and producer, Lindsay Jill Roth.
Lindsay is the author of the forthcoming book, Romances & Practicalities: A Love Story (Maybe Yours!) in 250 Questions.
In it, Roth blends her own romantic journey with expert-backed guidance, offering a collection of 250 questions designed to foster deeper intimacy and help readers get real about what they want in a...2024-10-231h 00
Old Fashioned On PurposeS16: E2: Fit for the Farm: Practical Fitness Tips for HomesteadersWe homesteaders often joke about our farms being our gym, but what do you do when homestead chores are causing you pain? And how can we ensure that we stay physically fit as long as possible to keep pursuing this lifestyle we love so much?Functional Strength and Fitness Coach Rory O'Brien is joining me today to answer these questions and more. We talk about how our modern muscles can suffer from "amnesia," a 10-15 minute routine you can weave into your busy days, how to build a minimalist home gym, and lots more!...2024-10-2138 min
The Wine Show AustraliaKeira O'Brien - Rivulet Wines & Freycinet Wines, TASKeira chats to Jill Upton and Sam Isherwood about working at the famous Freycinet winery in Tasmania and her own label, Rivulet Wines.@thewineshowaustralia@rivuletwines@freycinetwines2024-10-2025 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsLa Crosse Democratic Party chair Garcia on local Republicans ducking debates, another amendment voteLa Crosse County and Third Congressional District Democratic Party chair, William Garcia, in the WIZM studio for La Crosse Talk on Sept. 30, 2024. La Crosse County and Third Congressional District Democratic Party chair, William Garcia, in the WIZM studio Monday for La Crosse Talk, discussing how local Republicans are ducking debating Democrats for Wisconsin state Assembly and US House, plus the state GOP has added another confusing Constitutional Amendment to the November ballot. Republican candidates Ryan Huebsch and Cedric Schnitzler and GOP Rep. Loren Oldenburg, cite “scheduling conflicts” for refusing to debate Democratic Reps. Jill Billings and St...2024-10-0117 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsUW-L political scientist Chergosky on local debates not happening, another coffee shop and The OnionUW-La Crosse political science professor, Dr. Anthony Chergosky, joins to discuss how there is only one debate happening locally heading into the November election, plus the ongoing saga of new coffee joints popping up in the city. Spent the first half of the conversation on debates. Only Wisconsin state Sen. Brad Pfaff and his opponent Stacey Klein are debating. In the state Assembly locally, all three Republicans — Rep. Loren Oldenburg and candidates Ryan Huebsch and Cedric Schnitzler — declined to debate citing scheduling conflicts. Huebsch is up against Democrat Steve Doyle in the 94th District, Schnitzler faces Jill Billings in the...2024-09-2928 min
Dancing in the Mess5. The Healing Power of Art with Pamela O'BrienI'm so grateful that Pamela joined me on this podcast episode to talk about art therapy and how it helped her organically heal from chronic illnesses. After talking through her personal healing journey, she coached me and guided me through a therapy practice in real time, which you can also do on your own. All you need is paper, a sharpie, and coloring utensils of some kind. I was vulnerable and shared my reflections of the process.
I have always loved art and been drawn to creativity. It's pretty amazing how simple messy art...2024-09-1850 min
Upward Spiral12. Stop Googling "What Non-Alcoholic Drink Should I Try?" Industry Expert Jill Sites AnswersI have never wanted to jump on a plane and go hang out in person with someone, more than I have with Jill. We are on similar paths on the opposite sides of the world and she just gets it.
I am proud to introduce you to Jill Sites, a former beverage industry professional who now champions non-alcoholic alternatives.
In this episode, you'll uncover:
- Personal journeys to finding balance and well-being without alcohol
- The exciting and sophisticated world of non-alcoholic drinks
...2024-07-301h 07
On Strike!Democrats’ Sellouts of Labor Open Door for GOP: Teamster President’s Shameful Speech at RNCThe ongoing chaos of the US political system was heightened on Monday by the spectacle of Teamster President Sean O’Brien speaking at the Republican National Convention – the first Teamster President ever to do so – demonstrating the dramatic extent to which Biden and the Democrats have lost authority through their sellouts of working people. For decades, top labor leaders like O’Brien have provided cover for the Democrats’ betrayals, while pumping hundreds of millions of union workers’ money into Democratic Party campaigns. Now, O’Brien is sucking up to Trump and Republicans in a desperate attempt to escape the Democrats’ sin...2024-07-1955 min
Soul Driven with StephSmall Steps, Subtle Shifts, Big Changes w/ Jill O'BrienIn this episode, Steph sits down with Jill O'Brien, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health, as she shares her journey of becoming a small business owner and the evolution of her practice. After working for a private practice and a hospital, she started her own practice in 2016. Jill's primary patient population is women's health and pelvic health, and she takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on lifestyle factors such as sleep, nutrition, and stress. She believes in a blend of conventional medicine and holistic approaches, listening to patients and letting them be the primary driver of their...2024-07-0847 min
Bulletproof PodcastChina O'Brien IIIt's back to Beaver Creek for a discussion of China O'Brien II on Episode 121 of The Bulletproof Podcast!Join your host, Chris the Brain, and co-host, "The Toyman" Chris DePetrillo, as they follow up on their China O'Brien discussion from earlier this year with a look back at the sequel, China O'Brien 2. The similarities to the original film, the pancakes, Red Fox, Billy Blanks, and of course the numerous fight scenes are all discussed. Plus, the guys question just how old Jill is and why is she going to school on July 5th?! ...2024-07-021h 07
The TEA & COGNAC SessionFor The Love of Money $ EP.8***Disclaimer***
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Changing the ConversationRecovery Education Collaborative 1: Brother Jeffrey Lewis and Jill O’BrienBrother Jeffrey Lewis and Jill O’Brien share strategies for training the Massachusetts substance use peer support workforce with host Ashley Stewart. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training updates, and follow us on LinkedIn, and YouTube for more resources to grow your impact. Learn More Recovery Education Collaborative (REC) Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) Trainings Bay State Community Services Torchlight Recovery MOAR: Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery 2024-04-2323 min
Let's Talk About HealthEp. 22: Dr. Jill O'Brien-Pelvic Health and Misconceptions in Women's HealthDr. Jill C. O’BrienMPT, DPT, OCSBoard Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Dr. Jill is a board member of Clinically Pressed and an amazing speaker and pelvic therapist. Her expertise lies in the pelvis region and the common misconceptions that prevail in today’s society regarding women’s’ health and fitness. An interesting and insightful conversation between Dr. Jill and myself will be showcased in today’s episode. I hope you take a lesson from this episode just like I did.
#HashTags#Letstalkabouthealth #LTAH #complicatedsimple #resultsthatgiveback #health #fitness #wellness #performance #physicaltherapy #PT 2024-03-2549 minThe TEA & COGNAC SessionThe Return of OBWelcome back! Welcome back! WELCOME BACK!!! This is your girl O’Brien aka OB aka O coming to you with Season 5 of The TEA and COGNAC Session. Kansas City raised, born in Springfield Missouri- with Tennessee roots- I AM the Jill of MOST Trades. Over the years I’ve talked a lot about Self-Care, Generational curses, and finding our purpose- and these conversations must continue. This season I’ll cover emotional intelligence, faith, and continuing your self-care work. The goal here is always enlightenment and to Know Thy Self. So let’s get into it!2024-03-0210 min
Electric Ladies PodcastMusic, Public Health & Climate Action – Emma O’Brien, Global Scrub Choir “The link for us with (the WHO) is about universal health coverage and the sustainable development goal number three, which obviously the WHO places in the middle of the wheel of all the sustainable development goals. But on top and behind and with each other is climate action. We cannot have one without the other. And our role is to remind a lot of people that when they're making policies, they're talking about human beings.” Emma O’Brien on Electric Ladies Podcast Climate change has a real impact on public health, from asthma and other respiratory illnesses due to...2024-02-2851 min
Long Covid Podcast117 - Leela O'Brien - Navigating Long Covid & finding meaning in lifeEpisode 117 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with the wonderful Leela O'Brien about her experiences with Long Covid and what she has learned about herself in the process. A big takeaway from this is the "what can we do" and that we don't need to wait to be healed before trying to find ways to enjoy life, even if they are not what we wanted or expected.Personal website & info about her coaching business: https://www.leelaobrien.comLeela's wellness & outdoor adventure blog: https://www.therealleel.comInstagram: https...2024-02-0147 min