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PsyberSpace: Understand Your WorldSmall Steps, Big Impact: Psychology To Help You Take Action In Overwhelming TimesHarnessing Small Actions for Big Change in Overwhelming ChallengesIn this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston explores how to take meaningful actions when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges. Through insights from various psychological studies, Leslie explains why our brains often shut down when faced with massive issues, and how small, strategic steps can break this paralysis. The episode dives into concepts such as learned helplessness, behavioral activation, and small wins, emphasizing the neuroscientific and social impacts of taking small actions. Additionally, it covers practical strategies from behavioral science and social movements to create sustainable, connective, and scalable...2025-02-0323 min

The Blogger Genius PodcastLevel Up Your Blog with These Game-Changing AI Tools In my latest episode of the Blogger Genius Podcast, I welcome back Britt Reber, founder of Growing Your Traffic, for an in-depth discussion on the transformative role of AI in blogging and SEO. Britt shares her thoughts on how best to leverage AI tools, which are her favorites, how to maintain a human touch in your content, and evolving monetization strategies for bloggers. Show Notes: MiloTree Join The Blogger Genius Newsletter Britt Reber Growing Your Traffic Resource Guide Personality Quiz: What Digital Product Should I Create...2024-10-3043 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #3: Verbally Disastrous Presents #15-Part C: Flammable And Oxygen Gas HandlingWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/g62W7RynlSQ This 39th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of the introduction to oxygen and flammable gases on the construction site. My goal is to offer some basic safety tips when handling flammable gases, such as oxygen, during hot work on the jobsite. I'm sharing some basic information...2023-09-2507 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #15 Part B: Portable Fuel-Powered Construction HeatersWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/nPu3criFzck This 38th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of the introduction to portable fuel-powered heaters. My goal is to also offer some basic safety tips when working near these temporary heaters that are used for curing concrete or the fire resistant material that gets sprayed onto building steel on brand-new buildings (known as...2023-08-1005 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #15: Part A- Introduction To Hot WorkWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/cxD8ky0OfqQ This 37th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of the introduction to hot work as well as some basic safety tips when either working on or near that type of work space. I'm sharing some basic information that comes from both jobsite practices as well as...2023-07-1907 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Verbally Disastrous Presents: #14 Part C- Sharing Hoist Accident & Resolution DetailsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/V6Uqa9V4UFw This 36th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of Beta Max electric hoists and Gar-Bro concrete buckets that are used for high-rise buildings. This topic arose from a recent minor accident on the job while in the middle of a brand-new concrete pour. Thankfully, this accident was minor yet it...2023-06-2005 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #14: Part B- Hoist Pre-Start-Up Checklist For Concrete OperationsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Kavh256ARuc This 35th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of electric hoists and concrete buckets for high-rise buildings. This topic arose from a recent minor accident on the job during a brand-new concrete pour. Thankfully, this accident was minor and did not require a DOB inspection. The objective of this video series is...2023-06-0803 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #14- Part A: What Is An Electric Hoist & Gar-Bro Concrete Bucket?Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/lTTM5mnUQEw This 34th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of electric hoists and concrete buckets for high-rise buildings. This topic arose from a recent minor accident on the job during a brand-new concrete pour. Thankfully, this accident was minor and did not require a DOB inspection. The objective of this video...2023-06-0805 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #13 A: A Main List Of Jobsite Drawings & Letters Needed On A JobsiteWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Fzqb8oM11V0 This 33rd safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of having a main list of NYC DOB approved drawings and letters that are needed on hand for random DOB inspections. The objective of this video is to share the drawings list that help construction firms to avoid expensive violations and...2023-06-0805 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #12: Part B-Review The Different Types Of Lock Out/Tag Out DevicesWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/a5NgigGqK6w This 32nd safety topic being presented is on the subject matter for the need for electrical lock out/tag out. The objective of this video is to share exactly what it is and how workers use this safety protocol while working on either old or new construction. This video breaks down even...2023-06-0808 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #12: Part A- What Is A Lock Out/Tag Out System?Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/SXKsEMj2Vqg This 31st safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the need for electrical lock out/tag out. The objective of this video is to share exactly what it is and how workers use this safety protocol while working on either old or new construction. The goal is to provide information and help...2023-06-0807 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #11: Part A- Ladder History & Basic Safety TipsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/9oQ6wkwPb78 This 30th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the history of ladders as well as some basic ladder safety tips. The objective of this video is to help the average worker how to properly use ladders and work as safely as possible. The goal is to provide information and...2023-06-0805 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #10: Part C- Comparing Brushed Vs Brushless Power Tool MotorsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/9kOoIy0nNuo This 29th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of comparing brushed versus brushless power tool motors. The objective of this video is to compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of using either a brushed or brushless motor. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in...2023-06-0804 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #10: Part B- Let's Review Basic Power Tool ComponentsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/4wVxTgecT8k This 28th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on basic power tool components. The objective of this video is to review the main power tool parts that each contribute to the function of a power tool. These main parts do wear out and require replacement after a power tool's extended...2023-06-0809 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #10: Part A- History of The Electric Motor & Power ToolsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/c9djQasfrBE This 27th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the history of the electric motor that followed with the development of power tool technology. This video covers the historical facts in regards to how humans evolved from using the ancient Egyptian lathe to power tools that underwent extreme testing in...2023-06-0811 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #9: Part A- A Discussion On Regular Fall HazardsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Vada11EQNxs This 26th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of fall hazards. This video covers even more facts pertaining to using a personal fall arrest system on the jobsite. The objective is to review common fall protection problems and matching solutions on the jobsite. The goal is to...2023-06-0806 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #8: Part B- Even More GFCI FactsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/mEfCFCMGEag This 25th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of electricity. This video covers even more facts pertaining to using ground fault circuit interrupters- known by the acronym G.F.C.I. The objective is to review tips pertaining to navigating around ground fault circuit interrupter either at home...2023-06-0808 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #8: Part A- Dangers Of ElectricityWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/rVghwY09NjA This 24th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of electricity. This video covers some more facts on dangers of electricity. The objective is to review the objective of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter on the jobsite. The goal is to provide information and help people go home...2023-06-0806 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #7: Part B- Some Asbestos FactsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/-WxPjJVf6AU This 23rd safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of asbestos. This video covers some more facts on the value of asbestos in products in the past. In modern times, employers and workers need to be aware of the symptoms of asbestos exposure and how the asbestos related...2023-06-0804 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #7: Part A- The Dangers of AsbestosWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/SBJqSTbfGlY This 22nd safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of asbestos. This video covers the history of how asbestos used to be in demand and highly popular within many industries. In modern times, employers need to inform workers on the dangers and help protect workers while working on or...2023-06-0804 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #6: Part B- Even More Safety Shoe FactsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/fLxl6F_Zn_w This 21st safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of the evolution of the modern safety toe shoe. This video covers the evolution of the modern composite toe safety shoe as well as new technology that helps to keep your toes safe. The goal is to provide information and...2023-06-0706 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #6: Part A- The History & Need For A Safety ShoeWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/F93uiZ-kNcg This 20th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of the history and need of the modern safety toe shoe. This video covers the invention of the steel toe cap boot as well as the evolution of the modern composite toe safety shoe. The goal is to provide information and help...2023-06-0706 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #5: Part B- Even More Facts On The Hard HatWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/ENhEMRMgT9Y This is the 19th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on even more facts about the evolution of the modern hard hat. This video covers industry consensus standards that regulate the creation of the hard had for workers in the United States, Canada, and other parts of the globe. More...2023-06-0707 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #5: Part A- The History & Evolution Of The Hard HatWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/pXgH4CoVJ-k This is the 18th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the history and evolution of the hard hat. This video covers when construction workers were first required to wear hard hats on jobsites for major construction projects within the United States. More importantly, this video explores how technology has...2023-06-0706 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #4: Part C- How Do Workers Control Silica Dust Exposure?Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gbl_JEkx3HI This is the 17th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of silica dust exposure. This video covers how construction workers can enact restrictive measures that work together to control and even eliminate silica dust exposure on construction jobsites. These industry standard control measures can be implemented...2023-06-0709 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #4: Part B- How Does Silica Impact Workers??Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/kVo2Rvb-Fcs This is the 16th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of silica dust. This video covers how does silica dust impact construction workers? There are many different types of lung related diseases that come from too much silica dust exposure. The goal is to provide information and...2023-06-0703 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #4: Part A- The Impact Of Silica On Construction WorkersWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/3S6y9LgS60U This is the 15th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter on the dangers of silica dust. This video covers how workers of different industries can be exposed to silica dust. Many different types of lung related diseases can come from too much silica dust exposure. The goal is...2023-06-0706 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part G- More Vital Suspended Scaffold ComponentsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/-OCox6zNc14 This is the 14th safety topic being presented is on the subject matter of suspended scaffolds. This video covers even more main suspended scaffold components that are used here in New York City. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper...2023-06-0703 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part F- Where Is The Early Use Of Suspended ScaffoldsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/nqYeSaw264g This is the 13th safety topic being presented that covers the early history of both supported and suspended scaffolds. This video covers both early history and various scaffold inventions over time. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper...2023-06-0703 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part E- New York Suspended Scaffold StatisticsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/bck7sjiQ2sY This is the 12th safety topic being presented that covers some statistics for construction workers who operate a suspended scaffold here in New York City. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this...2023-06-0704 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part D- What Does It Take To Erect A Suspended Scaffold In NYC?Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/gejPVN3rn9Y This is the eleventh safety topic being presented that covers the basics as to what it takes to erect a suspended scaffold here in New York City. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator...2023-06-0704 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part C- What Are The (8) Types of Suspended Scaffolds??Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/WnEQgcQfPMo This is the tenth safety topic being presented that covers the eight different types of suspended scaffolds. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that occur here...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part B- Suspended Scaffold- Main Safety ComponentsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/txvdlBUP4ls This is the ninth safety topic being presented that covers some main components of a suspended scaffold. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that occur...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #3: Part A- NYS Main Laws & What Is A Suspended Scaffold??Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/zNbs4xr5X6s This is the eighth safety topic being presented that covers some main New York State labor laws. This video also works to explain what are suspended scaffolds. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #2: Part E- How High Visible Clothing Was Introduced To The MilitaryWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/SsO2hmFrSTs This is the seventh safety topic being presented that covers how high visible clothing was introduced to the United States military. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #2: Part D- Laws On High Visible Clothing RequirementsWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/T2Fc6EebQ34 This is the sixth safety topic being presented that covers some DOT, OSHA, and NYC Building Code laws on the requirements for high visible clothing on construction jobsites here in the United States. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #2: Part C- Who Regulates High Vis Clothing Industry Standards??Welcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/unxkwFYXMQg This is the fifth safety topic being presented that covers some consensus standard regulations on high visible clothing in countries around the world. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that occur...2023-06-0704 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #2: Part B- High Visible Clothing In The United KingdomWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/nupGbHPbgJU This is the fourth safety topic being presented that covers some brief history on high visible clothing in the United Kingdom. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that...2023-06-0702 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #2: Part A- The History Of High Visible ClothingWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/4ZJ6qMZun-s This is the third safety topic being presented that covers the history of high visible clothing. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that occur here on construction...2023-06-0705 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #1 Part: B- Basic Sidewalk Shed Building Code RulesWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/6nvkEXH7ZCY This is the second safety topic being presented that covers basic building code for sidewalk sheds here in New York City. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator for this video. She is bringing you safety topics that occur here...2023-06-0707 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #3: Construction Tales Safety Topic #1- Part A: Laws and Cost of A Sidewalk ShedWelcome to the Construction Tales safety topic video series! Written blog content: www.ConstructionTales.com For the MP4 audio version of this podcast episode, head over to the Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/55P1BfPFt3M This is the first safety topic being presented that covers laws and the cost of installing a sidewalk shed here in New York City. The goal is to provide information and help people go home in the same condition that they came in. Leslie M. Jasper is your narrator...2023-06-0705 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #2, Episode #50: My First 7 Weeks As A Site Safety ManagerFor this podcast episode, I opted to share with you my first (7) weeks as a brand-new New York City DOB Site Safety Manager. I landed on a project where I will learn about installing custom engineered scaffolds. The crazy part is that there will be tenants walking onto the scaffold during the concrete breezeway demolition and re-pour. This is supposed to be a 12–14-month project. I describe the current conditions and a description of my fellow site safety manager co-workers. I'm looking forward to the learning experience. I have been off the grid lately since I just released my first chi...2022-03-2818 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #2, Episode #49: Just Released- Not All Girls Play With Dolls!!For this podcast episode, I am sharing with you the release of Leslie M. Jasper's first children's book entitled, "Not All Girls Play With Dolls". This children's book is about a little girl named Kenna was born into a family where anything is possible. Kenna developed an instant paternal bond with her father, named Sam, at birth. Kenna’s mother, named Marie, watched lovingly as the dynamic duo became even more and more attached to each other over time. Sam spent many years teaching Kenna how to work on cars and trucks in the family garage and at Sam’s tru...2022-03-2724 min

Sumo KaboomMarch Haru Banzuke and Jasper Kenneth/KotokuzanGoing over the banzuke for the March tournament refreshes our memory about what happened in the last basho. Also, Leslie gives you a quick spotlight on the newest person to the top division, Jasper Kenneth, or his sumo name - Kotokuzan. More about Sumo Kaboom: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com If you'd...2022-03-0937 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #2, Episode #48: Part B- Juggling Motherhood & Working With The ToolsFor this episode, Leslie discusses the era where she juggled raised her two sons, Tom and Johnny, along with her career path as a union journeywoman electrician in New York. Leslie speaks about her biggest challenges as well as many lessons learned and developed talents she picked up as a single mother. As a very young widow, Leslie was forced into working 120/hours a week, via multiple jobs. This was in addition to finishing her college business degree and 5-years of electrical theory training that were a part of her apprenticeship. This topic was suggested by a young, working prof...2022-02-0122 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #2, Episode #47: Part A- Juggling Motherhood & Working With The ToolsFor this episode, Leslie discusses the era where she juggled raised her two sons, Tom and Johnny, along with her career path as a union journeywoman electrician in New York. Leslie speaks about her biggest challenges as well as many lessons learned and developed talents she picked up as a single mother. As a very young widow, Leslie was forced into working 120/hours a week, via multiple jobs. This was in addition to finishing her college business degree and 5-years of electrical theory training that were a part of her apprenticeship. This topic was suggested by a young, working...2022-01-3122 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #2, Episode #46: Early Life Lessons & Characters To Meet As An ApprenticeLeslie is kicking off Season #2 with this podcast episode about early lessons learned while she was an apprentice electrician back in the 1990’s. Additionally, she shares descriptions of a few unusual characters along the way. Leslie also shares her experience with facing gender discrimination as well as witnessing prejudice against her minority brothers and sisters in the trade. Leslie shares that sexual harassment was just an accepted behavior on the job if she wanted to be there. Leslie learned to develop thick skin and a wicked sense of humor to combat any form of harassment. Apologies if you detect a...2022-01-1740 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #45: Part C-Tramping In Cali!This is Part C of a 3-part discussion with my friend and fellow journeyman electrician, Brian Reyes. Brian works on photography, in his spare time, under his website that is entitled, “Photacular Imagery”. For the past few years, Brian has been signing the visitor book as a traveling Local #3 IBEW NYC journeyman out in unions throughout vast parts of California. The union traveling term for a visiting electrician has been known as a “tramp”. Therefore, Brian shares with me about the vast cultural differences between New York and California and his traveling stories and his struggles to find simple home comfort...2021-12-2933 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #44: Part B- Tramping In Cali!This is Part B of a 3-part discussion with my friend and fellow journeyman electrician, Brian Reyes. Brian works on photography, in his spare time, under his website that is entitled, “Photacular Imagery”. For the past few years, Brian has been signing the visitor book as a traveling Local #3 IBEW NYC journeyman out in unions throughout vast parts of California. The union traveling term for a visiting electrician has been known as a “tramp”. Therefore, Brian shares with me about the vast cultural differences between New York and California and his traveling stories and his struggles to find simple home com...2021-12-2835 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #43: Part A-Tramping In Cali!This is Part A of a 3-part discussion with my friend and fellow journeyman electrician Brian Reyes. Brian works on photography, in his spare time, under his website that is entitled, “Photacular Imagery”. For the past few years, Brian has been signing the visitor book as a traveling Local #3 IBEW NYC journeyman out in California. The union traveling term for a visiting electrician has been known as a “tramp”. Therefore, Brian shares with me about the vast cultural differences between New York and California and his traveling stories. In this podcast episode, I also discussed with Brian how he first br...2021-12-2732 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #42: Part B- Working On The Railroad With The Tools As A Chick!For this podcast episode, Leslie decided to share with you on how she shifted, as an apprentice, to begin working on railroad projects for most of her career. Prior to working on brand-new deck jobs, commercial renovation projects, and railroad platform phase projects, Leslie was being groomed for low voltage projects. During the first few years of her apprenticeship, Leslie was becoming a "data fairy" and needed to switch it up. As a female in a male-dominated field, Leslie knew that she needed to both push herself and leadership to allow her to step out and work on the ha...2021-12-1126 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #41: Part A- Working On The Railroad With The Tools As A Chick!For this podcast episode, Leslie decided to share with you on how she shifted, as an apprentice, to begin working on railroad projects for most of her career. Prior to working on brand-new deck jobs, commercial renovation projects, and railroad platform phase projects, Leslie was being groomed for low voltage projects. During the first few years of her apprenticeship, Leslie was becoming a "data fairy" and needed to switch it up. As a female in a male-dominated field, Leslie knew that she needed to both push herself and leadership to allow her to step out and work on the ha...2021-12-1121 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #40: Part B- Most Random Encounters!For this episode, Melissa and I had a discussion on a risque topic. This podcast episode is Part B and the last half of the discussion that is intended for adults only. Melissa and I decided to chat vaguely about our one-night stands that we managed to get in on during our lifetime. Our random encounters, over the past 30-years, appear to very spicy, unexpected, and humorous in nature! As older women, it is interesting to discuss a topic I would have shied away from when I was younger. We also spoke about other situations that we either witnessed or ex...2021-11-1923 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #39: Part A- Most Random Encounters!For this episode, Melissa and I had a discussion on a risque topic. This podcast episode is Part A and the first half of the discussion that is intended for adults only. Melissa and I decided to chat vaguely about our one-night stands that we managed to get in on during our lifetime. Our random encounters, over the past 30-years, appear to very spicy, unexpected, and humorous in nature! As older women, it is interesting to discuss a topic I would have shied away from when I was younger. We also spoke about other situations that we either witnessed or ex...2021-11-1827 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #38: Part B- Surviving The 2008 Recession As A Construction WorkerFor this episode, I decided to speak on how the 2008 Recession had an impact on my family as well as the lives of my fellow union members. I survived these challenging times and actually left the tools by March 07, 2014. The objective of this podcast is to showcase how deep the impact lasted for the construction world via the seedy deeds of the people on Wall Street. This is Part B and the last half of the discussion. For Part A, head back into the podcast platform of your choice and look for the first half of the discussion. For more i...2021-11-1127 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #37: Part A- Surviving The 2008 Recession As A Construction WorkerFor this episode, I decided to speak on how the 2008 Recession had an impact on my family as well as the lives of my fellow union members. I survived these challenging times and actually left the tools by March 07, 2014. The objective of this podcast is to showcase how deep the impact lasted for the construction world via the seedy deeds of the people on Wall Street. This is Part A and the first half of the discussion. For Part B, head back into the podcast platform of your choice and look for the last half of the discussion. For more i...2021-11-1018 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #36: Part B- Donny's High Voltage Career StoriesFor this episode, I was finally able to get a hold of my long-time, close pal and fellow electrician Don Raffa. Don opted to create a 40-year career as a highly-demanded high voltage splicer throughout Westchester County, New York and nearby areas in the event of an emergency. Don was quite possibly in every man hole throughout Westchester. He enjoyed his time while working with the tools as a retiree. I asked quite a few questions that I would think the listeners would want to know. Yes, there is a squeaky chair in the background that adds character to...2021-10-2524 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #35: Part A- Donny's High Voltage Career StoriesFor this episode, I was finally able to get a hold of my long-time, close pal and fellow electrician Don Raffa. Don opted to create a 40-year career as a highly-demanded high voltage splicer throughout Westchester County, New York and nearby areas in the event of an emergency. Don was quite possibly in every man hole throughout Westchester. He enjoyed his time while working with the tools as a retiree. I asked quite a few questions that I would think the listeners would want to know. Yes, there is a squeaky chair in the background that adds character to...2021-10-2331 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #34: How To Become A Site Safety ManagerI apologize for a delay in releasing this episode. I have been rather busy lately. For this episode, I am sharing with you my path on working to earn my NYC DOB Site Safety Manager license. A site safety manager is the head of safety on a project. I am sharing what I used to study and the exams that I needed to take as well as professional memberships. This episode to geared to guide others who desire to work on this process or give the listener a perspective of what this process is like as an observer on...2021-09-2727 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #33: Hurricane Ida Visited New York City Last Week!!!In this episode, I explain why I have not released a podcast episode in a few weeks. I share my experience of being flooded during a flash flood that was a result of Hurricane Ida in Queens, NYC. I shared the current struggles with the aftermath of the hurricane. I shared some flood videos on my Verbally Disastrous YouTube Channel. Head over to my blog at www.ConstructionTales.com for more information.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-09-0828 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #32: Work Adventures With One Un-Lucky Guy!!In this episode, I take you back in time to my earlier years when I worked with the tools in the New York suburbs. I shared some funny stories of that happened on the job with my fellow co-workers. I also shared stories on one of the worst electrical apprentices I have ever crossed paths with in my career. The guy, nicknamed Lucky, earned the nickname on the job as an apprentice. Lucky was missing manual dexterity, depth perception, and had two left feet. He was an Olympic athlete going for gold in the Worker’s Compensation claims arena. We...2021-08-1934 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #31: Mrs. Canatuna Piggly Dogg Meat Complaint!!In this episode, I share a recent collaboration between Leslie M. Jasper, from the Verbally Disastrous Podcast, and Rick Horne from the Piggly Dogg Podcast. I am sharing this recently released interaction that can be found on the back of the Piggly Dogg episode entitled, “Can’t Buy Me A Job” that was released on August 8, 2021. Rick graciously honored my request and offered me the episode clip with both of us. Therefore, I am able to share this funny exchange between us with you. Mrs. Canatuna is complaining on a voicemail to Meat Man, at the Piggly Dogg grocery store...2021-08-1209 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #30: Part B-Sunday Funday With Friends and FamilyIn this episode, on a Sunday afternoon, I passed the microphone around in the group to bounce back and forth a wide variety of topics. In this second section, the main theme is the the importance of trying to find a decent partner to start a family. The ladies share their various past experiences and try to both warn and inform my two sons about different stages of dating. I appreciate that Donna often took the reins in this discussion. Donna gives her perspective on navigating life as a woman who didn’t marry nor have children. She also sha...2021-08-1214 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #29: Part A-Sunday Funday With Friends and FamilyIn this episode, on a Sunday afternoon, I passed the microphone around in the group to bounce back and forth a wide variety of topics. In this first section, the main theme is the the power of friendships, how you should nurture them, and how to find balance so that you do not drop your friends off and try to re-connect when your relationship unfolds. Amongst the group, we have my co-host Melissa, our pal Donna, and my two sons Tom and Johnny. We try to understand each other's current view in life on relationships. Kudos to Donna for a...2021-08-1248 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #28: The Pregnant Construction Chick!?In this episode, Leslie is your host while she takes on you a journey through her eyes to see what it was like to work as a pregnant electrician in construction back in 2004 to 2005 in New York. Leslie made the choice to expand her family, back in 2005, when she welcomed a 8 lb., 3 oz. baby boy named Johnny. Today, Johnny is a 16-year-old active teenager who is working on finishing high school and then moving onto college to become a future electrical engineer. Leslie shared how she tried to hide her pregnancy as long as possible in order to keep...2021-08-0540 min

The Brook Reading PodcastA Brief History of Women - Volume III, Construction Tales by Leslie M. JasperTonight, I continue our journey through the stories of amazing women, and this episode is no exception. I provide a brief review and highlights of “Construction Tales”, a blog and short story series, by Leslie M. Jasper. You can find Leslie’s blog at www.constructiontales.com, and her short story collection on Amazon. I also include more information on “Our Bodies, Ourselves”, tell you how you can get involved in the Reproductive Rights Conference at Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts, and shout out my friend, Gemma, at the Talking Codswallop Podcast! Please don’t forget to visit the website this week, w...2021-08-0123 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #27: Cliff Walk WeekendThis podcast episode is about our Friday to Saturday adventure where Melissa and I decided to take a ride up and check out the town of Newport, Rhode Island. We drove up early on a Friday morning and strolled the Cliff Walk, checked out the shops, some beaches, and ocean front mansions along the way. After checking into our run-down hotel, we discovered that a plunger was required to be used after each flush. Booking.com sure got a scathing review because of this disappointing experience. I have a video of Melissa pissed off plunging the toilet on my Ve...2021-07-3028 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #26: My Brook Reading Podcast ReviewI connected with Melissa Sak, from The Brook Reading Podcast, recently on Twitter. We agreed to check out each other's podcast and Melissa honored her end of the agreement. Therefore, I am honoring my end of the agreement with this podcast episode. Melissa is an author of the book entitled, "Turning Point" that can be found on Amazon in both e-book and paperback. Melissa reviews various historical content and current events while offering her perspective. The Brook Reading Podcast has recently released a new series on the history of women entitled, "A Brief History of Women-Volume I". I am honore...2021-07-2220 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #25: The Time My GFCI PoppedLeslie hosts this episode on the time she had gotten into an altercation with a dude. This challenge happened on a large project in Stamford, CT back in 2007. She shares what goes on during a brand new job coming out of the ground. Leslie introduces some co-workers and foreman during the build-up to the showdown between trades. This episode is dedicated to a fellow journeyman we lost this year, Scott Gross. He is gone way too soon. May he RIP and his family find comfort and healing.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a...2021-07-0839 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season #1, Episode #24: Finding Your VoiceLeslie is your host in this episode. She dives into how a person finds their voice, some jobsite stories, and advice given to teens as they grow up with her son. Leslie gives a snapshot of what it is like navigating around construction jobsite humor as well as strategies for coping with jobsite "ball busting". This topic came up as a blog post and inspiration from a question on Quora. The post is intended to offer advice while diving into speculation on how to acquire one's voice and lose the fear of speaking up....2021-07-0722 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #23: The Time I Worked In Jail As A WomanYour host Leslie shares some funny stories from when she worked with the tools earlier in her career as a journeywoman electrician in New York. Leslie discusses some crazy job antics amongst her crew, coworker personalities, as well as interactions with both correctional officers and inmates while working at the Westchester County Jail almost a decade ago. The work crew was responsible for installing cameras throughout the entire jail. It is with these stories; you get an idea of what it was like for a woman to work while behind bars within a male-dominated trade. Leslie is the author...2021-06-2434 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #22: The Importance Of Fatherhood After DivorceYour host Leslie reviews a Tedx Talk, hosted by attorney Marilyn York, YouTube video entitled, "What Representing Men in Divorce Taught Me About Fatherhood". This Tedx Talk presentation was delivered by family law practice attorney Marilyn York from Reno, Nevada. Ms. York shares several lessons learned during her +20-years of practicing law, on behalf of fathers that are going through divorce, within her family-owned law firm. Ms. York is joined by another nine women lawyers who exclusively represent over 650 fathers, since 2001, in family court. Her law firm believes that men are the "underdog" in family court and crucial in th...2021-06-2420 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #21: What Happens After Meeting The Enemy?This episode was hosted solely by Leslie. Leslie opted to discuss this Tedx Talk that she watched awhile ago on YouTube. Yes, her topics swing wildly from side to side. Leslie does not like to look at only one angle ever. She is very open minded and willing to evolve with her thought process if it seems to be logical in nature. Leslie reviewed a YouTube video entitled, "Meeting The Enemy" that was presented by filmmaker Cassie Jaye. Cassie walked into a project with one line of thinking and walked out totally evolved. Leslie shares the take away points as we...2021-06-1015 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)*EDITED!* Season #1, Episode #20: Part B- The Joys Of No ChildrenI received feedback that the audio was tough for people who listened with headphones. I sent the audio file out to get it cleaned up and enhance softer voices from a sound engineer. I am sharing the edited version of Episode #20 Part B. I apologize if you are still not happy with the sound quality. The content is interesting so I didn't scrap the episodes. I hope for better episodes moving forward.We invited special guests Juana and Vanessa to discuss their choice to not have children. This is Part B and the last half...2021-06-1031 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)*EDITED!* Season #1, Episode #19: Part A- The Joys Of No ChildrenI received feedback that the audio was tough for people who listened with headphones. I sent the audio file out to get it cleaned up and enhance softer voices from a sound engineer. I am sharing the edited version of Episode #19 Part A. I apologize if you are still not happy with the sound quality. The content is interesting so I didn't scrap the episodes. I hope for better episodes moving forward.We invited special guests Juana and Vanessa to discuss their choice to not have children. Melissa and I also give a snapshot into our earlier lives...2021-06-1030 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #20: Part B- The Joys Of No ChildrenWe invited special guests Juana and Vanessa to discuss their choice to not have children. This is Part B and the last half of the discussion. Melissa and I also give a snapshot into our earlier lives as mothers of young children. The goal of this two part episode is to give listeners an idea of what it is like to choose to either have or not have children. According to U.S. Census statistics, more and more women are choosing to not have children or wait until later in life before starting their family. This is Part B of t...2021-06-0431 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #19: Part A- The Joys Of No ChildrenWe invited special guests Juana and Vanessa to discuss their choice to not have children. Melissa and I also give a snapshot into our earlier lives as mothers of young children. The goal of this two part episode is to give listeners an idea of what it is like to choose to either have or not have children. According to U.S. Census statistics, more and more women are choosing to not have children or wait until later in life before starting their family. This is Part A of the discussion. Look for Part B to finish the dialogue on...2021-06-0430 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #18: Part B: Favorite Childhood MemoriesLeslie hosts her radio friends Kyle & House from Second Shift Radio on Tune In & most recently on On Da Block Radio Station where they DJ on Radio.co. This is a two part podcast on favorite childhood memories. This is Part B and the last half of the discussion. Kyle and House share about how they met as childhood friends, some interesting memories as boys in their neighborhood, harrowing stories of discipline, and a snapshot of their friendship that has continued on for more than 40 years since the 1970's. This episode is also laced with quite a few laughs...2021-05-2149 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 17: Part A- Favorite Childhood MemoriesLeslie hosts her radio friends Kyle & House from Second Shift Radio, they DJ on Radio.co, for a two part podcast on favorite childhood memories. This is Part A and the first half of the discussion. Kyle and House share about how they met as childhood friends, some interesting memories as boys in their neighborhood, harrowing stories on discipline, and a snapshot of their friendship that has continued on for more than 40 years since the 1970's. This episode is also laced with quite a few laughs along the way as well. When you finish Part A, look for Part...2021-05-2032 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 16: Thinking Back To When We Used To Booze It Up On The Jobsite*Disclaimer*: This episode discusses various drugs and alcohol experiences. It is not intended for triggered or young viewers. For this episode, Leslie discusses how drinking was very normal on the job sites back during her apprenticeship era. She also shares some drug stories of some of her co-workers. Leslie also shares a few stories of the antics of some of her co-workers. The names have been omitted to protect the innocent and the guilty. For more information, head over to the website at www.ConstructionTales.com and check out the content.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: Th...2021-05-0737 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 15: What Does It Mean To Fall In Love?Leslie stumbled upon a topic on Quora and wrote about the question and the responses on her blog. In this episode, Leslie discusses her writing on the subject of love. There are many pros vs cons to falling in love. Join Leslie while she discusses the topic. If you wish to comment, head over to www.ConstructionTales.com and share your thoughts.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-05-0523 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 14: How Society Has Divided Men and WomenMelissa and I are back to discuss the role of different distractions in life that tend to divide men and women. I shared with Melissa the definition of feminism, the MGTOW movement, red pill, manosphere, and other relevant terms. We spoke about the evolution of roles, social media’s part, and dished on the topic on submission in marriage. We intend to continue the discussion in another episode. For more information, head over to our website at www.ConstructionTales.com and check out our content.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podc...2021-04-2736 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #13: Part B- How I Managed My Early Days In Construction As A WomanThis is Part B of two episodes on Leslie's early years as an apprentice electrician back in the 1990's in New York. She shares a snapshot of how she went from being invisible to becoming one of the guys. If you want more details on the stories in this episode, check out the book #ConstructionTales that is available on Amazon, B&N, iTunes, and Audible. For more information, head over to www.ConstructionTales.com.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-04-2315 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #12: Part A- How I Managed My Early Days In Construction As A WomanThis is Part A of two episodes on Leslie's early years as an apprentice electrician back in the 1990's in New York. She shares a snapshot of how she went from being invisible to becoming one of the guys. If you want more details on the stories in this episode, check out the book #ConstructionTales that is available on Amazon, B&N, iTunes, and Audible. For more information, head over to www.ConstructionTales.com.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-04-2316 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode #11: Why I Initially Avoided Women In Construction?This topic was chosen from the list as per Episode #2: Upcoming Podcast Topics to discuss. In this episode, Leslie speaks about how she initially felt compelled to avoid fellow trade women in an effort to avoid tarnishing her budding reputation as an electrician apprentice back in the 1990's. There was a tremendous amount of pressure in the beginning to work harder than her male peers, strictly stay on task, focus, and avoid anyone perceived as a threat to the working reputation. She has evolved since the early days and has embraced her role as a mentor and guide to any...2021-04-0719 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 10: Apprentice Life Part DI have invited my two sons, Tom & Johnny, as special guests again on the podcast. In this last episode, we wrap up our final thoughts. We shared various construction stories and life as a 4th year union apprentice. Johnny and I are both interviewing Tom since he followed me into the business as an apprentice electrician. Johnny is vowing to follow us into the business as well. However, I am trying to talk him into engineering. This is a multi-part episode, there are 4 parts, so go check out any episodes you may have missed on the same discussion.2021-03-3114 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 9: Apprentice Life Part CI have invited my two sons, Tom & Johnny, as special guests again on the podcast. In the next two episodes, we continue sharing various construction stories and life as a 4th year union apprentice. Johnny and I are both interviewing Tom since he followed me into the business as an apprentice electrician. Johnny is vowing to follow us into the business as well. However, I am trying to talk him into engineering. This is a multi-part episode, there are 4 parts, so keep coming back for more episodes on the same discussion.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: T...2021-03-3141 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 8: Apprentice Life Part BI have invited my two sons, Tom & Johnny, as special guests again on the podcast. In the next three episodes, we continue sharing various construction stories and life as a 4th year union apprentice. Johnny and I are both interviewing Tom since he followed me into the business as an apprentice electrician. Johnny is vowing to follow us into the business as well. However, I am trying to talk him into engineering. This is a multi-part episode, there are 4 parts, so keep coming back for more episodes on the same discussion.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: T...2021-03-3123 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 7: Apprentice Life Part AI have invited my two sons, Tom & Johnny, as special guests again on the podcast. In the next four episodes, we share various construction stories and life as a 4th year union apprentice. Johnny and I are both interviewing Tom since he followed me into the business as an apprentice electrician. Johnny is vowing to follow us into the business as well. However, I am trying to talk him into engineering. This is a multi-part episode, there are 4 parts, so keep coming back for more episodes on the same discussion.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The e...2021-03-3122 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 6: Early Women In ConstructionIn honor of Women's History Month, I put together a slide show of a handful of women who were early pioneers in construction. The video has been loaded to YouTube: https://youtu.be/y5QgKC3sUW4 My choice to research these women stemmed from an overheard discussion where a man was challenging a woman and claimed that there were no women contributors to the creation of modern society. The woman could not respond with some women's names. Knowledge yields such power. The early women I researched include: Zaha Hadid, Solveig Erikstad, Edith Clarke, Lillian Ann Baumbach-Jacobs, Deanna Dunlevy, and Josep...2021-03-3123 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 5: Hang Time With My SonsI got together with my two sons, special guests Tom and Johnny, to discuss a wide variety of topics. 15-yearl old Johnny wanted us to talk about content from YouTube channels James Freeman and Audit the Audit. We discussed Jessa Reed's comedy stand-up skit discussing meth urine. We talked about construction since my eldest son Tom followed my career path to become an apprentice electrician. The boys have their own viewpoints and are not afraid to discuss and disagree with me.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app 2021-03-311h 00

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 4: Testing Alcoholic DrinksMelissa and I decided to try some alcoholic drinks we have never had before. I had picked up some shot glasses made out of cookie material that I had bought online from www.dirtycookie.com. We opted to try small airplane sized bottles of: Pink Whitney New Amsterdam vodka, Wicked Pickle spiced whiskey, Bird Dog blackberry whiskey, and Revel Stoke peanut butter whiskey. We try each one together and offer our opinions. We had an unexpected mishap with the dirty cookie shots. This was a fun episode.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a...2021-03-3117 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 3: Gorilla Glue WomanMelissa and I stopped what we were doing to check out some viral Gorilla Glue videos to check out this train wreck! We did some homework so that we could discuss the story accurately and not spread further the rumors on 40-year old Tessica Brown. We covered Ms. Brown's decision to spray Gorilla Glue in her hair and the incredible journey to try to return to normal. Ms. Brown became a viral sensation after sharing her problem on Tik Tok in an effort to get a solution. Melissa and I discuss her wild ride in this episode.--- This...2021-03-3113 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 2: Upcoming Podcast TopicsI decided to share, on behalf of Melissa and I, some podcast topics so that the average listener can get an idea of the culture of The Verbally Disastrous Podcast. The objective is to steer clear from religion and politics. We are rather sarcastic in nature and like to check out things that are rather odd and that give us a good hearty laugh. We are open to suggestions on podcast topic ideas. For more information, head over to www.ConstructionTales.com or check out The Verbally Disastrous & Construction Tales Audio Blog also on the same platforms.--- This...2021-03-3112 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)Season 1, Episode 1: Lot LizardMelissa and I decided to watch an Amazon Prime Video documentary entitled, Lot Lizard. This documentary takes you through various truck stops throughout the United States to follow a handful of female and male prostitutes to showcase their fast and hard lifestyles. We both learned that truck stop prostitutes are called "lot lizards". We discuss the various characters along with our personal take on both the main characters and the difficult choices made within the documentary. This episode contains explicit content and is not intended for the consumption of minors.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easie...2021-03-3122 min

The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie M. Jasper (Guest Co-Host Melissa Polito)The Verbally Disastrous Introduction TrailerMy name is Leslie M. Jasper and my co-host's name is Melissa Polito. Together, we are the hosts of The Verbally Disastrous Podcast With Leslie & Melissa. Our antics can be found on Anchor, Spotify, YouTube, and Soundcloud. We will also be on Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public very shortly. For more information, head over to my blog & website at www.ConstructionTales.com. The Verbally Disastrous & Construction Tales Audio Blog is content from www.ConstructionTales.com and can also be found on these same platforms as well.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easie...2021-03-3001 min

The Leslie Marshall ShowSCOTUS, Women's Economic Issues, Diversity in America, Muhammad Ali, United States of Women & Fighting Racism with Michele JawandoMichele L. Jawando guest hosts the show today. She is the Vice President for Legal Progress at American Progress. Previously, she served as general counsel and senior advisor to Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), where she was responsible for a wide-ranging portfolio of policy issues pertaining to the federal judiciary and nominations; voting rights; women and labor issues; LGBT issues; education; telecommunications; technology; and ethics.Here are the guests Michele interviewed along with the topics they discussed.1. Bill Marshall, Kenan Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina. Dawn Smalls, Partner at Boies, Schiller & Flexner. Peter...2016-06-101h 55

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