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West Suffolk Vineyard Church Talks
What's a successful life? // Going all in // Mel Davies
22 February 2026 Mel Davies delivers the next part of the "Going all in" series asking us "What's a successful life?", reading from Mark 10:35-45
2026-03-10
20 min
The Mel K Show
Mel K & Tara Reade | Courage Under Fire | 2-27-26
Beverly Hills Precious Metals Exchange - Buy Gold & Silver https://themelkshow.com/gold Speak with Gold Expert Andrew Sorchini…Tell Him Mel K Sent You! Satellite Phone Store - Reliable Satellite Phones & Internet https://sat123.com/melk/ Learn more about and follow Tara Read: https://x.com/ReadeAlexandra https://linktr.ee/tarareade https://www.rt.com/shows/east-meets-west-with-olga-and-tara/podcasts/ Left Out: When the Truth Doesn't Fit In by Tara Reade https://a.co/d/0cb...
2026-02-28
1h 14
Self Centered™ with Katie and Allie
56. A Trauma-Informed Response to the NYT and Mel Robbins on Family Estrangement and No Contact
If you read the New York Times article on family estrangement and no contact and felt unsettled, this episode is for you.We respond directly to the NYT opinion piece “Life Is Too Short to Fight With Your Family,” co-authored by Mel Robbins and Dr. Karl Pillemer, and explain why its conclusions about estrangement, mental health, and regret overlook trauma, power dynamics, and emotional safety.Rather than pushing blanket reconciliation or “just let them” advice, this episode offers a trauma-informed perspective on why estrangement is often a last resort, not avoidance.You’ll learn:...
2025-12-23
48 min
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Partners in Ministry: Mel Trotter & Degagé Unveil a New Vision for The Unhoused In Grand Rapids (11-23-25)
In this segment, host Phil Tower welcomes Chris Palusky, CEO of Mel Trotter Ministries, and Thelma Ensink, Executive Director of Degagé Ministries, to discuss a groundbreaking new collaboration transforming support for unhoused neighbors in Grand Rapids.On November 20, a coalition of 11 nonprofit organizations and churches, together with the City of Grand Rapids, celebrated the ribbon-cutting of a brand-new Community Center and Service Center in the Heartside neighborhood.Led by Mel Trotter and Degagé, this unified effort—known as Partners in Ministry—marks a major milestone in creating a more coordinated, compassionate, and access...
2025-11-22
15 min
Christ Church W4
One in Christ: Gal 3.15-29 | Mel West | 9/10/2025
One in Christ: Gal 3.15-29 | Mel West | 9/10/2025
2025-11-20
16 min
Sippin wit Mel and Nas
Family Dramas! Big Sean and Jhene Aiko set the record straight, Klay Thompson defends his woman Megan Thee Stallion, North West gets a piercing and Kayla Nicole's old tweets resurface!
In this episode we read people's family dramas! For pop news, we highlight Big Sean and Jhene Aiko's response to fans about their break up, and they address a few rumors! We also highlight Basketball player Klay Thompson who defended his woman, rapper Megan Thee Stallion, after a group of men made degrading comments on a podcast. Ye and Kim Kardashian's daughter North West get's her first body piercing at age 12! Lastly, we discuss Kayla Nicole... again... Swifties get their petty revenge and display's Nicole's old inappropriate tweets! Thanks for listening!
2025-11-14
48 min
In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End Frame
S10 Ep51: Ore Oduba, Dr Frederick Frankenstein in Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein
Ore Oduba is starring as Dr Frederick Frankenstein in the UK revival of Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein.Directed and choreographed by Nick Winston, Young Frankenstein is running at the Hope Mill Theatre in Manchester to mark the venue's 10th anniversary year. Ore kicked off his career as a broadcaster, hosting a plethora of TV shows. In 2016 he was voted as the winner of the fourteenth series of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing.Ore has since ventured into the world of theatre and has built up an incredible CV of stage...
2025-10-03
29 min
From the Pure Land Podcast
Why Religion and Politics Do Mix, and What That Means for Buddhists in the West
Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.—John AdamsDavid Brooks used that quotation in his New York Times opinion article, We Need to Think Straight About God and Politics, in today’s New York Times. It got me thinking about the need for new forms of spiritual faith to bring the United States and other Western nations from the political brink.As a first-generation American, I think of my country in aspirational terms. The people who wrote the Constitution aspired to c...
2025-09-26
07 min
Christ Church W4
Deuteronomy 9.1-10.11 | Midweek Communion | Preached by Mel West on 26th June 2025
Deuteronomy 9.1-10.11 | Midweek Communion | Preached by Mel West on 26th June 2025
2025-07-09
20 min
West Suffolk Vineyard Church Talks
Kingdom Come // Community // Mel Davies
8 June 2025. Mel Davies continues our Kingdom Come series as she looks at what it means to be in community, with Acts 2:42-47
2025-06-12
32 min
The Skip Bayless Show
Skip 1 on 1: Mel Kiper
On this week’s ’Skip 1 on 1,’ ESPN’s very own Mel Kiper joins the show. They explore Mel’s early life and his road to being the King of all things NFL Drqft. They discuss mock drafts, pioneer draft analysts, and Mel’s iconic hair! Tune in for a great show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-04-23
1h 09
Christ Church W4
James 1:1-8 | Mel West | Midweek Communion | Preached on 9th January 2025
James 1:1-8 | Mel West | Preached on 9th January 2025 at Midweek Communion
2025-03-03
18 min
West Suffolk Vineyard Church Talks
Finding the real Christmas // The Shepherds // Mel Davies
Finding the real Christmas - The Shepherds: In the second talk of our Christmas series, Mel Davies looks through Luke 2:8-20 to examine the role of the Shepherds in the story of the birth of Jesus.
2025-01-05
30 min
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
Serving the unhoused, hungry, and lonely in West Michigan with Mel Trotter Ministries (11-10-24)
On this episode, host Phil Tower speaks with Gordon Oosting, Board Member and CFO with Mel Trotter Ministries. Gordon joined us for an update on the impact of the services of Mel Trotter ministries and to talk about the upcoming WOOD Radio & Mel Trotter Ministries Turkey Drop on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.Turkey Drop is an annual tradition in West Michigan. Mel Trotter Ministries, WOOD Radio, and Celebration Cinema partner for an entire day devoted to collecting frozen turkeys for our neighbors in need in the greater Grand Rapids area. This year's goal is to collect 5,000 turkeys.
2024-11-10
13 min
The Absurd
Mel's Monster Mash, Cannibal Cafeteria, Do You Know The Mothman? & The Dating Game
Hey everyone. This is the second of our Hallowe’en focused episodes, and by focused we mean scarier and darker. First, Mel will tell us about various different monsters we associate with Hallowe’en. Next, Rod will tell us about a cannibal restaurant in South Africa. Grab your plates! We will then look at the strange sightings of the “Mothman” which has been associated with the collapse of a bridge in West Virginia that killed 46 people in 1967. Lastly, if you’re old enough to remember the game show The Dating Game, you will find this terrifying tale of a near miss.
2024-10-30
55 min
West Suffolk Vineyard Church Talks
Church Alive // The Church that Jesus is building 8 // Mel Davies
Sacrifice Resists Privilige: In the 8th of the series, Mel Davies delves into the contrast of sacrifice and privilige, using Philippians 2:1-8.
2024-08-04
32 min
Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of Work
How to Deal with Jerks at Work w/ Dr. Tessa West
Send a textEver wondered how to handle that gaslighter or micromanager in your office? Join us as we explore these challenging workplace dynamics with Dr. Tessa West, a psychology professor at NYU and author of "Jerks at Work." Dr. West shares her journey from the high-end retail world to academia, offering practical advice and engaging anecdotes that illuminate the complex nature of dealing with difficult colleagues. You'll walk away with actionable strategies to not only survive but thrive in your professional environment.We highlight the significant impact of interpersonal relationships on your career, featuring discussions...
2024-07-09
57 min
The Burning Eden Podcast: With Baph and Mel
Baph and Mel SMASH the Patriarchy!
We have the absolute pleasure of speaking with Cait West, author of the upcoming book "Rift: A Memoir of Breaking Away from Christian Patriarchy". Cait shares her personal story of escaping an abusive home environment where she was trapped as a "stay-at-home daughter" and was subjected to constant manipulation and abuse by her father. An inspirational and courageous story! Responsible Homeschooling - Bill of Rights Petition: https://responsiblehomeschooling.org/day-of-the-homeschooled-child/ Wheel of Power and Control: https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/power-and-control/ Cait's book: https://a.co/d/iXw7jLU Cait's website...
2024-04-29
1h 01
West Suffolk Vineyard Church Talks
Getting Rid of Anxiety // Living The Way of Jesus - 10 // Mel Davies
21 Apr 2024. How can we get rid of anxiety? When Jesus says “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life” how do we approach that today? How can the Bible help us? Mel continues our series on Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. From the Bible we look at the book of Matthew chapter 6 verses 25 to 34.
2024-04-21
31 min
The Q&A Podcast
Ep. 10 | West Coast v. East Coast
The environments we are raised often serve as testament to the values and opinions we carry into adulthood. In this episode, we welcome special guest, Nathan (@nathantangelo), an East Coast gaysian, to share what life was like during his formative years, as well as presently, on the opposite coast of the United States. Through insightful conversations, Nathan provides a nuanced perspective on the challenges and joys of growing up on the East Coast, offering a comparative lens to our own West Coast experiences. Submit questions, comments, or just say hi HERE ! Follow us...
2024-01-31
1h 16
Mel C. Burns Books
??BESTSELLER BOOK?? BOOK The Mystery of Capital: Why Capitalism Triumphs in the West and Fails
13 Minutes Ago - FREE READ NOW: https://jejakyogapratama212.blogspot.com/?book=0465016154 ==> Available Formats: #eBook #Audibook #PDF #Kindle #ePub #Mobi
2023-12-29
00 min
Finances the Other "F" Word
The Gaza Strip and the West Bank: Holy Land, Conflicting Claims, and Economic Realities
On this episode host Mel O CFP dives into the complexities of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. We explore the conflicting claims to the holy land, the economic realities at play, and the impact on both Israel and Palestine. From exploring historical ownership to assessing the current situation, this episode delves into the complex dynamics of the region. Catch Mel O Live on the Stationhead app @momentofmetal Wednesday and Friday at 6 AM Pacific Time. To learn about money without out the pretentious Bu!!sh%t give me a follow here.
2023-10-17
1h 07
Finances the Other "F" Word
The Gaza Strip and the West Bank: Holy Land, Conflicting Claims, and Economic Realities
On this episode host Mel O CFP dives into the complexities of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. We explore the conflicting claims to the holy land, the economic realities at play, and the impact on both Israel and Palestine. From exploring historical ownership to assessing the current situation, this episode delves into the complex dynamics of the region. Catch Mel O Live on the Stationhead app @momentofmetal Wednesday and Friday at 6 AM Pacific Time. To learn about money without out the pretentious Bu!!sh%t give me a follow here.
2023-10-17
1h 07
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
An update from Dennis Vankampen, CEO, Mel Trotter Ministries, plus Hagerty Media's Dave Kinney on Jimmy Buffet the car guy(10-01-23)
On this week's program, host Phil Tower welcomes Dennis Vankampen, President and CEO, of Mel Trotter Ministries. Dennis joined us to discuss Mel Trotter's biggest fundraising event of the year…Mel Trotter Ministries Annual Gala to Focus on Hope in Action. This year's event happens Thursday, October 5 at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids. Dennis also spoke extensively about Mel Trotter's mission and he reminded our listeners that they exist to demonstrate the compassion of Jesus Christ toward anyone experiencing hunger and homelessness. On the second half of the program this week Phil To...
2023-10-10
28 min
The Burning Eden Podcast: With Baph and Mel
Baph and Mel and The Humanist Being
We have a great conversation with Christ West from The Humanist Being, a non-profit (and non-prophet) organization dedicated to making the world a better place through humanism. We are reminded that human problems are solved by human solutions. Chris had the absolute pleasure of meeting us last year and he totally regrets it now. Can't blame him! Want to be a guest on the show? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/2dU4JUtHsiugoQpq8 Support us on Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/burningeden666 Watch Baph on Skeptic Haven!: https://www...
2023-04-24
1h 09
The Comeup radio station
ComeUp Radio Station Ft $wvnk talks her name,new music,mom puts her on West Coast music & more
ComeUp Radio Station Ft $wvnk talks her name,new music,mom puts her on West Coast music & more
2023-03-01
33 min
Faithfully Memphis
Behold It Unveiled: Mel Ahlborn and Sandy Webb
This week on Faithfully Memphis the Reverend Sandy Webb (Church of the Holy Communion) returns to the host's seat for a conversation with sacred artist Mel Ahlborn. In the episode, which is the final installment of the Behold It Unveiled series exploring the intersection of creativity and spirituality, Webb and Ahlborn discuss what makes an object "sacred," sources of inspiration, and symbolism.
2022-12-05
43 min
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)
A visit with Dennis Vankampen, President-CEO, Mel Trotter, plus boosting underrepresented lawyers with Varnum Law's Luis Avila(11-13-22)
On this week's program host, Phil Tower welcomes Dennis Vankampen, President & CEO, of Mel Trotter Ministries. Dennis gives us an update on the latest priorities for serving the homeless, hungry, and at-risk families in West Michigan. Dennis also reminds us that Mel Trotter’s annual Turkey Drop is coming up. The Turkey Drop is a long-running tradition in West Michigan as Mel Trotter Ministries, WOOD Radio, and Celebration Cinema all partner together for an entire day devoted to collecting frozen turkeys for our neighbors in need in the greater Grand Rapids area.Online: https://www.meltrotter.org/events/turkey-drop
2022-11-18
28 min
The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast
Is a master’s an essential for career progression as an Aspiring psychologist? With Dr Mel West
Show Notes for The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast Episode: 26: Is a master’s an essential for career progression as an Aspiring psychologist? With Dr Mel WestThank you for listening to the Aspiring Psychologist Podcast. A common debate in psychology is whether you need a masters to get onto the doctorate. Although you can get onto the masters without one, Dr Mel West and I discuss the advantages and difficulties of getting a Masters degree. A Masters is not always needed and if anyone out there would like to be a guest speaker to argue this case, please le...
2022-06-06
40 min
Widow We Do Now?
Episode 109 | The Widowhood Resilience Scale: Dr. Carrie West
Carrie was widowed in 1999 when her husband, Shane, was killed in a car accident. She was left with two boys, Nathan who was 6, and Holden who was 1, and found very few resources for younger widows. Determined to learn more to help her children and herself, and to make sense of her new reality, she went back to school. Starting with a course in family communication she was fascinated with all we “know,” and even more with all we don’t “know” about widowhood. When she looked for resources which were difficult to find, Dr. West realized she could help correct th...
2022-03-07
1h 07
Endslate: a Movie, TV and Streaming Podcast
Steven Spielberg's West Side Story Plus Our Fave Top 5 Spielbergs with Erik Matti
We are joined by Endslate favorite, director Erik Matti, because we've seen West Side Story and we're here to talk about it! Was Steven Spielberg's latest opus worth the wait? Was it better than the 1961 original? Was it enough to make us love Ansel Elgort? We also rank our TOP 5 SPIELBERG FILMS - a hard task in itself considering he's one of our greatest living directors today. Recommended Reading: "Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock 'N' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood" by Peter Biskind Recommended Spielberg documentary: Spielberg (on HBO Go) So many...
2022-02-22
1h 25
Rap Rankings
S7E12 - Kanye West, Yeezus
Season 7 concludes with a review of Yeezus, the polarizing album from everyone's favorite mask-wearing, Pete Davidson-threatening, undeniably captivating, eternally aggrieved artist, Ye, better known as Kanye West. SPECIAL GUEST REVIEWER: @jaysonbuford ------------ Intro (0:00) -- The Rating System, Explained (8:00 - 10:41) -- The Rap Rankings Game (23:35) -- This Week In Moulz & Mel (51:25) -- Yeezus Info (1:19:54) -- Track 1: "On Sight" (2:14:50) -- Track 2: "Black Skinhead" (2:48:09) -- Track 3: "I Am A God" [w/ @jaysonbuford] (3:19:33) -- Track 4: "New Slaves" (4:43:24) -- Track 5: "Hold My Liquor" (5:18:20) -- Track 6: "I'm In It" (5:27:12) -- Track 7: "Blood On The Leaves" (5:43:06) -- Track 8: "Guilt Trip" (6:07:31) -- Track 9: "Send It Up" (6:18:31...
2022-01-26
6h 51
BMB Tell It Like It Is
Harpo who dis woman K Michelle or Michelle K, Is happy life really happy wife? Lil Nas X, Drake, & Kanye West!
In this segment the bros talk about the reboot of "The Wonder Years", there back & black! 9/11 20 years later, Lil Nas X, Drake, & Kanye West album release & the weirdness. Is happy wife really happy life? Instagram been toxic towards teen girls & should instagram have a age limit. Lastly, HARPO who dis woman K Michell or Michell K.
2021-10-02
37 min
A Little Buzzed
Adam Driver Pillow Talk with Subashiny
Mel talks to Subashiny about her love of Adam Driver, how it started, how it's going and engaging with men in general. Subashiny shares her insights on how her early male relationships informed the Adam Driver interest, what she thinks makes a good relationship and how she thinks it looks to interact in a healthy, balanced way.Support the show
2021-09-14
1h 22
Rap Rankings
"No Church In The Wild" Review (from S2 BONUS #2 - Jay-Z & Kanye West, Watch The Throne)
There may be "No Church In The Wild", but if there was, Moulz & Mel would both testify about how Frank Ocean is a false prophet. However, they'd have differing opinions about Jay-Z and Kanye West's Watch The Throne opener. Full episode: www.patreon.com/posts/rap-rankings-s2-43110116
2021-08-27
28 min
A Little Buzzed
Nihiloceros on Animals, Aliens, and Albums in Quarantine
Mel talks to Mike from Nihiloceros about their upcoming EP Self-Destroy, being a musician in a pandemic, questioning your superiority, and aliens. They talk about the concept behind the EP, the way that humans destroy, and the art of making music with someone you’ve played with for years and someone new. You can find music by Nihiloceros here or find them on social here.Support the show
2021-07-20
54 min
Unapologetic #1 Podcast
Big Shot Ammunition West Michigan’s Firearm Training/Education Provider (Live Interview)
Welcome back Kings and Queens we have a special guest on todays show. CEO/Founder Rashard Thrower has one of the top West Michigan firearm training and education provider facilities. Tune in and hear a few gems from the young King himself talking safety, different type of licenses and more... Live interview Link: Please LIKE, SHARE, & SUBSCRIBE https://youtu.be/tq-ItzF9u60
2021-07-19
18 min
In the Word With Mel Bennett
Mel Bennett News
Steve Webb here. Pastor Bennett has asked me to let you know why he hasn’t released a podcast in the past several weeks. As you know, if you’ve been listening to his shows, he and his lovely wife moved from California to West Virginia a couple months ago to be closer to two of their daughters and their families. Well, Pastor and Mrs B have been living with one of their daughters, but they’ve been visiting the other daughter for the last few weeks, where he does not have his recording gear. In addition, Pastor...
2021-06-15
01 min
A Little Buzzed
Pandemic Life: Kasey on Being a Teacher, Creative, and a Human in the Time of Covid
Mel talks to Kasey about the challenges of being a teacher during the pandemic, the potential impact to children, and their hopes for the post-pandemic future. Kasey shares her learnings from teaching kids online vs in-person and how different children thrive in each environment, something that can hopefully be incorporated in the future for education. Kasey and Mel also talk about their relationship with creativity during the pandemic and their reflections on how they'd like life to change for the future. To learn more about Kasey, find her on instagram, or follow her band, A Very Special...
2021-05-18
50 min
A Little Buzzed
Young Tuxx on Why You're Worthy of Love
Young Tuxx, frontman for Papi Shiitake, shares his journey for finding self-love and why everyone is worthy of love. He talks with Mel about books, mindsets, tools that have helped him grow into someone who is at peace with himself. The journey never stops, take each step at a time. Support the show
2021-04-27
42 min
A Little Buzzed
Steve on The Creative Process and Creativity in the Pandemic
Steve, from The Sharp Shadows and Sorry Darling, chats with Mel on the creative process and how creativity is a form for communicating our human experiences. They chat about how to define what makes you creative and the broader purpose of creativity for connecting humans to each other. They also chat about how engaging with creativity has changed in the pandemic and what it might look like it the future. Support the show
2021-04-13
1h 05
A Little Buzzed
How Hillary Got Her Groove Back (After Moving to New York)
Mel chats with the amazing and talented Hillary Lahoma Van Scoy about how she found her stride after moving to New York and the circumstances that brought her there. They chat about her time in Glasgow, as a musician, and now learning the recording business in New York. They also talk about the importance of being surrounded by people who believe in you and cheer you on. And of course, the beauty of dancing.Support the show
2021-03-31
1h 54
iCkEdMeL
Davante Richardson Missing | Washington DC & Wyoming Cold Case Files + Kanye West?
Davante Richardson 28-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., told family members on Monday, July 20 that he was “going to see his buddy” — believed to be Kanye West, whom, it should be noted, he’d never met. That was the last time any of them saw or heard from him. He was reported missing on Wednesday, July 22. Five days later, on Monday, July 27, Richardson’s dark-colored Jeep Compass was found nearly 2,000 miles away — on a dirt road about “six to eight miles as the crow flies” from Greybull. It’s not uncommon to see bentonite trucks using the road. But to passersby, a vehi...
2021-02-12
39 min
On The Rocks
E38 Life Advice 10 Years Apart w/ Mel West
"Your vulnerabilities are your superpower" In this episode of OTR, I virtually sit down with Mel West, a (new) New Yorker who is exactly 10 years older than I am. I was initially a guest on her podcast, A Little Buzzed, where we discussed sharing your growing pains on a podcast! I wanted to expand on this with Mel over here OTR and we did exactly that! We discuss - moving to New York Right before the pandemic hits - navigating your career - making friends at 30 years old - being a highly sensitive person - the importance...
2021-02-04
53 min
A Little Buzzed
Ben on the Sober Life, Songwriting & Socializing
Mel talks to Ben about his lifelong decision to be sober, what he observes while socializing sober, songwriting, and what he's seen in his 20 years of NYC. Ben talks about the driving force behind his decision and why he doesn't judge anyone for choosing to drink. He shares the ways he's seen NYC and its music scene transform over the last 20 years and what his process of making music. At the end, he gives Mel one insight into why dating in the city is so tough and she's determined to bring him on again to expand. Be sure to...
2020-12-07
1h 01
A Little Buzzed
Make it Delightful with Bettina
Mel talks to Bettina about the creation process of her newsletter Make it Delightful which is like a dinner party in your inbox! They discuss their shared love of food, sharing a meal with others, and dining alone. They also discuss has dining has changed in the pandemic, Bettina's winding career path, the need to pay artists and general life. Join them and get buzzed!Support the show
2020-11-30
44 min
Zack & Mel Talk Music
Kanye West Rants, Walking His Talk & Interviewing Skills of the Media Industry
Kanye West Rants, Walking His Talk & Interviewing Skills of the Media Industry
2020-11-20
03 min
12 Hats Radio
Help For The Legal Eagles! Interview with Mel Telecican from Loyalest
Here on 12 Hats Radio we'd like to cover the full spectrum of Marketing as a discipline, and really salute those practitioners who really niched down and cornered an industry! Today's guest Mel Telecican from Loyalest has done exactly that. Mel specialises in digital marketing for Lawyers and Law firms and shares with us today, her story and insights. To check out Mel's work head on over to loyalest.com How to help 12 Hats Radio Best things in life are free🙂 Tweet me direct @12_hats and use...
2020-11-19
23 min
A Little Buzzed
Cultivating Creative Communities with the Gftd Artur
Mel chats with Artur from the Gftd Org about his desire for cultivating community amongst creatives in NYC. Artur shares where the idea for the Gftd Org came from, why he believes you should always support other creatives around you, and starting a podcast. To follow along with Artur, find him on instagram @artursays. To learn more about the Gftd Org, find them on instagram @gftd_Org. And be sure to take a listen to the new podcast, Gftd Conversations. Support the show
2020-11-10
52 min
A Little Buzzed
Demystifying Your Fertility Cycle with Liz
Mel talks to Liz, from Body Literati, about her journey learning to demystify her fertility cycle in order to empower herself with fertility options and knowledge on how her body works and what it needs. Liz practices and educated on the Fertility Awareness Method to help others do the same. If you'd like to get in touch with Liz, you can email her at lizwagnerbiro@gmail.com or you can find her on instagram or TikTok @bodyliterati.Some books she recommends:Taking Charge of Your Fertility (this is a great intro to cycle charting and...
2020-11-02
58 min
A Little Buzzed
You're Not a Nice Guy, Or Why Being a "Good Person" Can Sometimes be Harmful
In this episode, Mel talks with her little sister, Andi, about the difference between being a nice guy and being the Nice Guy, why the Friendzone should be rebranded to not be so negative, and how clinging to your identity as a "good person" can make it hard to come to terms with the fact you might have caused harm. Andi shares her experiences with the Nice Guy and how not to be one. Mel talks about learning to let go of her identity as a good person and replacing it with being a human who tries not to...
2020-10-26
49 min
A Little Buzzed
Natasha is the Real Carrie Bradshaw, or On Being a Writer in NYC
Mel talks to Natasha Jokic, a British transplant living and writing in New York, about how she came to be in NYC from the UK, her career journey to become a writer for Buzzfeed, and what it's like to have people be able to troll you on a large scale. Natasha and Mel talk about their two years in New York, their brief stint in Alphabet City, the importance of being kind and supportive online, and quarantine, of course. Natasha also discusses learning to toughen up her skin as the responses roll in. Mel's favorite quiz by T...
2020-10-19
52 min
A Little Buzzed
Remembering Live Music: Brooklyn Drum Collective Presents... Live at Our Wicked Lady
Mel talks with Carlo and Darrell about their excitement for Brooklyn Drum Collective’s Live Album release and missing live music desperately. The Brooklyn Drum Collective (BDC) is a Brooklyn-based network of musicians working together to perform, teach, and build a stronger community. Carlo Minchillo is the Director of the BDC and Drummer for The Planes and Glass Slipper. Darrell Dumas is the guitarist for The Bizarre Sharks, one of four bands featured on the live album, and The Royal They. Mel is, you know, Mel and at the beginning of the conversation she says that Carlo can be fo...
2020-10-12
47 min
A Little Buzzed
Vanessa Makes a Case for Being an Oversharer
Mel talks to Vanessa Rock from On the Rocks Podcast all about why she decided to start a podcast where she shares about her life and why oversharing is truly caring. Mel and Vanessa talk about dating, being vulnerable, the importance of therapy, letting your emotions be drafts, and navigating what it means to be an adult. To follow along with Vanessa, check out her podcast's instagram @ontherocks.pod.Support the show
2020-10-06
52 min
A Little Buzzed
What is Love (Baby Don't Hurt Me) According to Mel
Mel shares what she thinks love looks like with her best friend Casey--how she thinks it can be unconditional but still have boundaries and why it's not a pact. Mel would like you to know the reason she initially did not like Casey was NOT because they liked the same boy. Also, Mel's not sure if she ever truly defined what she thinks love is in a few sentences, but hopefully you get the picture from the conversation. Support the show
2020-09-21
43 min
A Little Buzzed
Visual Artist Jen Meller's Tips for How to Take a Great Selfie & Conquer Your Career Even if You Didn't Always Know it's What You Wanted to Do
Mel talks to Jen Meller, Brooklyn-based visual artist to hear how she came into her career and how she's made it work for her in a gig economy. They talk about the differences in DC and NYC, voyeurism, how taking a great photo requires a great connection and trust, and how to stay sharp on your skills during quarantine. Jen shares about projects she's working on and her passion for creating. If you want to learn more about Jen or follow along with her work, you can find her on instagram on @menjeller or her websites www.j...
2020-09-15
45 min
SisterSisterLiveshow
Mel & CJ Discuss with Alexander Martin
Alexander Martin is a multiracial black and queer artist and performer living and working in Peoria, Illinois. Born in Hurricane, West Virginia, they completed their BFA at West Virginia University in 2010, then went on to receive their MFA in printmaking from Bradley University in 2017. In 2015 they co-founded the artist-run project space Project 1612 with Jessica Bingham and Zach Ott, bringing contemporary artists and their practices to Central Illinois in an accessible manner while highlighting the efforts of the Central Illinois arts community. After receiving their MFA, Alexander spent a brief time in residency at T.H.I.Studios...
2020-09-05
43 min
A Little Buzzed
Space Sluts Views on Music, Dating, Quarantine, & Being Honest
In this episode, Space Sluts joins us to talk about her new single St. V & the therapeutic process of writing music. We do an impromptu AMA (Ask Me Anything, as Mel learns) and talk about dating, how quarantine is teaching us boundaries, the importance of preserving your emotional energy, and the bathroom at The Gutter. Mel shares what she's learned is her ideal partner and everyone gets a little buzzed.Support the show
2020-08-25
37 min
A Little Buzzed
Amy Wants You to Have a Good Cry
Juli & Mel interview Amy Friedman from the podcast, Have a Good Cry, to discuss the value of crying, vulnerability, and not being afraid to be your authentic self. We hear where Amy came up with the idea for the podcast and her journey to accepting herself and the power that comes in vulnerability. We discuss crying for happiness, sadness, or just simple frustration; finding your people; how amazing and important therapy is. Get a little buzzed on crying with us. Support the show
2020-06-01
1h 03
Rap Rankings
S1E01 - Kanye West, Graduation
Moulz & Mel kick this whole thing off properly by getting one of the most controversial and influential artists in hip-hop history, Kanye West, on The Board! ------------------------- Intro (0:00) -- The Rating System, Explained (5:54) -- Graduation Info (33:18) -- Track 1: "Good Morning" (1:10:59) -- Track 2: "Champion" (1:31:02) -- Track 3: "Stronger" (1:46:08) -- Track 4: "I Wonder" (2:12:58) -- Track 5: "Good Life" (2:28:02) -- Track 6: "Can't Tell Me Nothing" (2:43:50) -- Track 7: "Barry Bonds" (3:00:01) -- Track 8: "Drunk and Hot Girls" (3:11:43) -- Track 9: "Flashing Lights" (3:26:53) -- Track 10: "Everything I Am" (3:43:21) -- Track 11: "The Glory" (3:53:43) -- Track 12: "Homecoming" (4:01:36) -- Track 13: "Big Brother" (4:16:34) -- Track 14: "Good Night" (4:32:32) -- Ranking Graduation (4:42:12) -- Outro (4:52:39...
2020-05-05
4h 56
A Little Buzzed
Keeping Quarantine Habits
Juli and Mel talk about habits and behaviors they developed during quarantine that they'd like to maintain after everything opens up again. They talk about how quarantine has forced them to relook at how they prioritize their time, especially making sure to make time for themselves to recharge. Juli and Mel also talk about how much more present and appreciative the situation has made them, able to enjoy the moment, and how they'd like to keep that. Oh, and to-go cocktails, don't we all want to keep those?Support the show
2020-05-04
31 min
A Little Buzzed
Millennial Therapist on Self-Acceptance & Body-Acceptance
Rebecca shares her journey of becoming a therapist, working through self-acceptance for both her and her clients, and body acceptance. She, Juli and Mel get buzzed on the enneagram, getting older and learning to not care what people think, and how there's so much more fascinating things to talk about than your body. Support the show
2020-04-20
50 min
A Little Buzzed
Creativity During Corona
In this episode, we did an instagram live recording with artist, Debbie Clapper, on how the Corona crisis has been impacting her work and her ability to create. We talk about the importance of creativity during times of suffering and the uncertainty that exists for many creatives during this time. Support the show
2020-04-13
43 min
A Little Buzzed
Take Heart's Path to Self Love via Celibacy
Tabitha from Take Heart shares with us how she found celibacy to be an important practice as she took herself down a journey to love herself. She shares the moment she realized she needed to take sex off the table and what it's been like those 3+ years of celibacy. She also talks about how important loving herself has been to improving her mental health and how that's the goal of all of this. She shares about Take Heart, what inspired it, and how she's so much more than someone on instagram or someone who's celibate. Mel fan girled so...
2020-04-06
52 min
A Little Buzzed
Coping During Corona: Tips from a Licensed Professional Counselor
We talk to Sarah, an LPC, on her tips for coping during this time of uncertainty. Sarah shares tips on limiting social media and news updates, sticking to your routine, walking to reset your system, drinking plenty of water, and getting lots of sleep. With Mel and Juli, she discusses the very common issue or past wounds/issues resurfacing during this down time, substance abuse, and how to stay connected to people. Mel shares her experience during the time of uncertainty and all find silver linings in this difficult period.Support the show
2020-03-23
47 min
A Little Buzzed
Love in the Time of Corona: How Even Dare She Gets A Little Buzzed on Corona, Attachment Theory, FaceTime Dates, & Everything in Between
Laura & Marnie from the podcast, How Even Dare She, join us to talk about the Corona Times, the Attachment Theory, dating in the time of social media, couple goals, FaceTime dates and so many other things. Juli & Mel talk with the girls about their fears in the corona times, what changes when someone you like starts following you online, and how to use the Attachment theory to improve your life. They also discuss who likes soups, kissing in the supermarket, and chinchillas. Join us and get a little buzzed!Support the show
2020-03-16
1h 07
A Little Buzzed
Dan on Teaching, Learning, & Being a Full-time Musician
Dan shares what he's learned about learning through teaching people how to play the drums/guitar, including the importance of understanding you're learning style and the mental roadblocks that get in the way of learning and growing in your craft. Mel & Juli hear about his experiences teaching others how to learn (including Mel) and what it's been like making music his full time career.Support the show
2020-03-09
47 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli Rediscovers Her Inner Sage
Juli shares her lessons from her life coach about confronting her inner critics and empowering her inner sage to have the voice of authority in her life. Juli and Mel discuss how those inner critics, or voices of fear, can be annoying and paralyzing but they're always a part of you and if you listen to them, they might have something to tell you... just don't let them run the show in their life. They discuss the persona of Juli's inner sage and how sometimes it sounds exactly like you when you're giving advice to your friend. S...
2020-03-02
35 min
A Little Buzzed
Carlo Uses Positive Energy & Commitment to Become a Perpetual Motion Machine
Carlo Minchillo shares how he is able to find energy to do "twelve million things" by investing his time into what inspires him. Juli & Mel try to mine tips and tricks from Carlo who shares that it starts with asking yourself what it is that you want and then going after that. They also discuss the importance of being surrounded by people who are inspiring and encouraging. Get buzzed and inspired to go after the thing you've always wanted to by listening to Carlo's mindset. Support the show
2020-02-24
54 min
A Little Buzzed
Susan Forgoes Perfection to Stand in Her Worth
Susan shares her journey into understanding and practicing standing in her self worth. Juli and Mel hear from her about how she went from being miserable in a successful career, to thinking a career change would fix how she felt, to realizing it was her mental scripts holding her back. Susan talks about separating your worth from your emotions and productivity and her love of therapy.Support the show
2020-02-17
49 min
A Little Buzzed
Jenna Breaks Down Breaking Up
Jenna shares what she's learned in how best and when to break up with someone. Mel asks Jenna about her experiences breaking up and her saved break up text notes on her phone. They discuss the importance of considering how you would like to be treated during a break up and the power of patience in getting to know someone. Support the show
2020-02-10
51 min
A Little Buzzed
Laura Uses The Attachment Theory to Change Her Pattern
Juli & Mel hear from Laura about how utilizing The Attachment Theory helped her to start picking better partners. Laura tells about her dating experience highs and lows and the moment she realized she was done letting some doozer determine how she felt about herself. They discuss the four types within The Attachment Theory, why it's easy to be drawn to the wrong type for you, and how to recover your self worth after a hard relationship. Support the show
2020-02-03
48 min
A Little Buzzed
Date a No-Fun Winner and Other Advice from Alex
Millennial male Alex shares his theory about why you should date a no-fun winner and other dating advice with Juli & Mel. He shares his 9+ years of experience with dating and Juli & Mel grill him on what makes a good online dating profile.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show
2020-01-27
51 min
A Little Buzzed
Sarah Makes a Big Life Change and Makes it Through
Sarah decides to reroot her life in a new city after 30 and finds the best way to navigate a big life change is to set realistic expectations for yourself. Juli & Mel discuss with her how you can expect to be lonely at first and that friendships take a while to build. The three also discuss how important it is to be conscious of how you talk to yourself because you talk to yourself more than anyone else. And Juli does a New York accent that you cannot miss,If you want to submit topics or questions to the...
2020-01-20
50 min
A Little Buzzed
10 Year Goal Mapping for Mental Clarity
Juli and Mel challenged themselves to map out their goals for the next decade and discover that, though they dreaded it, it helps create mental space and clarity. They talk through how they went about and organized their 10-year plan and the more tangible action items it created. Mel even tackled declaring her life's purpose and calls herself babe.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @j...
2020-01-13
35 min
CEOs You Should Know: Grand Rapids
CEO Spotlight: Heartside & Mel Trotter Announce a Merger
Mel Trotter CEO Dennis Van Kampen and Heartside Ministry Executive Director Gregory Randall join to talk about their merger and what it will do for our community.
2020-01-08
16 min
A Little Buzzed
Mel Encounters Impostor Syndrome After Starting a New Job
Mel starts a new job and finds herself confronted with a new round of Impostor Syndrome. Mel talks to Juli about feeling like a fraud on her first day of work and how she eventually worked her head out of the impostor syndrome. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show
2020-01-06
32 min
A Little Buzzed
New Year's Goals & Silent Discos: An Exploration in Making Resolutions
Juli & Mel get buzzed on why writing down where you want to go matters and the best tactics they've found for goal-setting. They talk fun goals, ten-year planning, Mel's five-year-hair-plan and not wanting to wake up in 20 years wondering what happened. Juli explains what she thinks the difference is between a resolution, a goal, and just a to-do list item. Is going to a silent disco a resolution? Listen and decide.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast.
2019-12-30
34 min
A Little Buzzed
Cultivating Creativity for Joy & Connection
Juli & Mel talking to creatives Debbie & Casey to explore the art of creating and its benefits. We get buzzed on expanding the boundaries of what being creative is--from spreadsheets to fashion to curating an experience--and that everyone is creative at their core. To follow Debbie:Instagram : @gneural.Website : https://gneural.com/To follow Casey:Instagram: @casey_kimberlycollins.To learn more about our muses:Mel's buzzed on #JackWhite and thinks this article helps explain it: https://tinyurl.com/albjackwhite/.Debbie's buzzed on #CamilleWalala who's website is here: https://www...
2019-12-23
48 min
A Little Buzzed
Andy Changes Careers at 50: AKA It's Not Too Late and You're Never Too Late
Andy shares with Juli & Mel his journey of leaving behind a successful career in tech to pursue his passion of becoming a chef. We talk through the reality of feeling stuck in a career you don't like cause you have to make ends meet and then the breaking point of not being able to do it anymore. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMi...
2019-12-16
57 min
A Little Buzzed
Am I a Candidate for Counseling?: Toni Talks the Why & What of Going to Therapy
Juli & Mel have ALB's resident licensed therapist, Toni, back on to talk about all things therapy. She shares why and when you should go to counseling, how to find a therapist that works for you, what you can expect from counseling, and what to do when you want your counselor to like you (we're looking at you, Mel). She also gives advice for people who might have a hard time affording it and people who are afraid counseling will open the floodgates. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.c...
2019-12-09
49 min
A Little Buzzed
Debbie's Creative Career Catapults by Saying Bye to the Impostor Syndrome
Debbie Clapper shares her journey of creativity from becoming a graphic designer, dropping the impostor syndrome, and realizing it was possible to make a living pursuing art fulltime. Debbie is a muralist, artist, and recovering designer (and sometimes mentor), who ran her own design business for 18 years before transitioning to art as a business in 2020. She is also very funny and a great scary movie partner. To follow Debbie:Instagram : @gneural.Website : https://gneural.com/Other awesome things Debbie mentions:The Futur Academy: https://academy.thefutur.com/courses/enrolled?affcode=112836_hru4jmat.
2019-12-02
1h 02
A Little Buzzed
A Therapist's Guide to Surviving the Holidays: Juli & Mel Talk Turkey with Toni, LPC
Juli and Mel talk with Therapist Toni to answer all your questions about how to survive the holidays. She gives advice on how to answer Aunt Lorraine's annoying questions like, "why are you still single?" and "why do you have roommates still?". They talk about what to do when politics come up, what to do when you feel that you're in a downward spiral at the dinner table and whether you should make life announcements at the Thanksgiving meal. Somehow, Elon Musk also comes up.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email...
2019-11-25
48 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli Asks Mel Why Millennials Are Afraid of Talking on the Phone
Juli and Mel talk about why Millennials are so weird about talking on the phone with Mel's own experience and some of her informal polling. Are the differences generational or due to the way technology has changed how we connect or a little bit of both? The answer remains unclear but what is clear is that Juli thinks that a phone call is the best way to connect with her and Mel begs you to never leave her a voicemail.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.
2019-11-18
25 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli & Mel Want You to Take a Minute (or why productivity might be overrated)
Juli and Mel explore the importance of rest for improving productivity and the reasons why they feel pressure to not rest. Mel talks about how she used to find worth in being productive but how her time in NY has changed her. Juli shares how a three-day trip away brought energy back to her. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.comYou can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest S...
2019-11-11
37 min
A Little Buzzed
Mel Wonders Why She Has to Work for a Living
Mel and Juli explore what more a job can offer besides paying your bills and how to have a good perspective when you're not necessarily doing what you love for a living. They talk through the different approaches to how you view your job and how you engage with your coworkers. The three different approaches to work Mel mentions are from this Psychology Today article: https://bit.ly/32esJFtThe book Mel mentioned, The Life Diet by Laura Jane Williams can be found here: https://amzn.to/32gFfUKIf you want to submit t...
2019-11-04
35 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli Goes with her Gut (after months of careful thoughtfulness)
Juli and Mel discuss the art of decision making and the importance of listening to your gut. They talk through separating the fear and expectation that can get in the way of hearing your gut and difficult decisions Juli has had to make through the years. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show
2019-10-28
54 min
A Little Buzzed
Mel Used to Be Afraid of Anger But Now She Accepts It
Mel discusses her discomfort with anger--her old fears of falling off the deep end of anger or being labeled an angry person--and how she has come to see it as a useful tool (even if she still doesn't like it). Juli talks about her fears not around feeling the motion but expressing it. The two also discuss general attitudes around emotions. If you want to read the book Mel mentions that helped her, you can buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XQEVOY/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 OR check to see if it's at y...
2019-10-21
40 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli & Mel's Love Letter to the Enneagram (And Why Getting Where You're Going Starts With Knowing Where You Are)
Juli & Mel discuss how much they have loved the Enneagram as a tool for healing and self-improvement while unpacking from Mel's trip home. Juli, a type 6, and Mel, a type 4, have both found that it has helped them find relief in who they are and how they function and to relate and engage with other people whose MO's are different. Sometimes they've even found it to be free therapy. If you want to take the Enneagram test, you can take a free version here: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test. Don't forget to send us yo...
2019-10-14
39 min
A Little Buzzed
Millennial Casey Shares Her Experience with Online Dating and Why We Want a Meetcute
Juli & Mel talk to their Millennial friend, Casey, about her experience swiping out on the dating apps since they have not tried it and Casey shares her highs, lows, hopes for the future, and even sings a little. So get a little buzzed with Juli & Mel as they explore this whole new world. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Our...
2019-10-07
37 min
A Little Buzzed
Don't Waste My Pain and Other Solid Gold Advice from Sarah
Gen Xer Sarah shares her take on the best ways to give and receive advice and why Millennials and Get Xers are better together. If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show (http://patreon.com/alittlebuzzed)
2019-09-30
48 min
A Little Buzzed
Juli Wants You to Get Out There and Connect IRL (not just on the interwebs)
Juli gets buzzed about social media not being a replacement for in-person interactions and how she wishes we were all on our phones less. Mel is sympathetic and agrees but loves memes.If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com.You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show
2019-09-23
32 min
A Little Buzzed
Aubrea, Braveheart of Mental Courage, Gives Us Permission to Speak in the Third Person
Juli & Mel's friend, Aubrea, has spent years learning to grow her mental courage and shares her tips which include speaking to yourself in the third person like SHAQ. Mel stops saying "I want to die" and starts saying "I"m uncomfortable but I'm going to learn"If you want to submit topics or questions to the show, email us hello@alittlebuzzedpodcast.com,You can follow the podcast on instagram @alittlebuzzedpodcast. Or you can find our individual accounts:Gen Xer Juli @julesgotgritMillennial Mel @heymelwest Support the show
2019-09-19
44 min