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Mendocino College Radio HourJune 2025 - Mendocino College Dean of Centers, Amanda XuJoin this episode of the Mendocino College Radio Hour with Foundation Executive Director, Julie McGovern as she interviews Mendocino College Dean of Centers, Amanda Xu to talk about dual enrollment at the local high schools, the Summer Scholars Program for high school students at the Mendocino College Centers and so much more!
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Woman's HourWeekend Woman’s Hour: Abandoned babies, Isabel Allende, ADHD and menopause, Teaching 'grit', Anna LapwoodPolice have said they are searching for the parents of three new-born babies, all abandoned in East London between 2017 to 2024. The search is focusing on about 400 nearby houses. Anita Rani spoke to Met Police Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford and clinical psychologist Professor Lorraine Sherr, head of the Health Psychology Unit at UCL.Nuala McGovern was joined by the best-selling author Isabel Allende about her latest book My Name is Emilia Del Valle. It follows a young female journalist intent on covering the civil war in Chile in 1891 despite having to write under a man’s name....2025-05-1956 minWoman's HourBeverley Knight, Care workers, ADHD and menopause, Barrister Robin Moira WhiteSister Rosetta Tharpe was known as the ‘godmother of rock and roll’ and influenced countless musicians from Elvis to Johnny Cash. Now Olivier Award-winning performer Beverley Knight is playing Sister Rosetta in a new production, Marie and Rosetta, which has just opened at the Rose Theatre in London. It tells the story of Rosetta and her singing partner, Marie Knight, described as one of the most remarkable and revolutionary duos in music history. Beverley joins Nuala McGovern in the Woman’s Hour studio to discuss how the show hopes to restore these forgotten musical heroines to the spotlight. The...2025-05-1255 min
The SidelineHibernian Striker Kathleen McGovern on the Race for the TitleThis month we catch up with Hibs striker, and Megan’s fave of the season, Kathleen McGovern to discuss the SWPL title race, overcoming injuries, and penalty psychology!In this episode as part of our ongoing series on grassroots football we catch up with our friends over at Gender Goals to find out more about the club, why they began and how you can support them!Alongside all of this, we have the latest on the split, our hot takes from various derbies and battles at the top and bottom of the table, the Scottish Cu...2025-04-1851 min
Mindful Sobriety The PodcastHow The Sober New Yorker Turned a Health Scare into the Best Decision of Her LifeHave you ever received frightening news from your doctor? Did it spur you into action?Today Jane sits down with alcohol-free speaker, podcaster and life coach Melissa McGovern, also known as The Sober New Yorker, to share her transformative journey from gray area drinking to a vibrant, alcohol-free life. Melissa opens up about how grief and personal loss influenced her drinking habits, the pivotal moment when a doctor’s warning about her liver health became a wake-up call, and the profound changes she experienced after choosing sobriety.The conversation explores the power of co...2025-03-2051 min
Experience ChurchThe Table of Confession | Amanda McGovern | The Table2025-03-1442 min
Quantum Mental HealthE14 Mental Health After Natural Disasters with Amanda McGovernAmanda McGovern is a psychotherapist here in St. Petersburg, FL and a good friend of mine. After the back to back two devastating hurricanes we had here in FL this past fall, Amanda and I discussed recording an episode to talk about our experiences. Time passed and we got busy. The idea of recording resurfaced with the devastating fires in California. Amanda and I wanted to share some thoughts about recovery and mental wellbeing after natural disasters. Beyond self-care, how can we support each other as fellow humans when natural disasters happen.Connect with...2025-03-051h 12
Can I Bring My BookBooks and Cake and CostumesGet ready cuz it's Episode Ten Plus One: Cake, Cozy Mysteries, and Bestie Book Swap Updates
We’re celebrating our 11th episode (or as we like to call it, "ten plus one") with some bookish chat about cozy mysteries, annotated book swaps, and our latest reads. Plus, we talk about the books that inspired us as kids, the joy of missing out, and Kat’s spirit week adventures.
📚 Books Mentioned:
Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe: https://amzn.to/3WL15Py
The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris by Jenny Colgan: ht...2025-02-0433 minCan I Bring My BookBooks and DragonsReading Relay, Bestie Book Swap, and Fourth Wing Love
Can I Bring My Book. The podcast where we, Kat and Amanda, will tangentially discuss books... and so much more.
In this episode, Kat and Amanda share their recent reads, including 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman, A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara, and Murder and Marble Cake by Nancy McGovern. They also discuss their January Bestie Book Swap picks—Kat reflects on Maid by Stephanie Land, a moving memoir about resilience, poverty, and overcoming stigma, while Amanda gushes over Fourth Wing by Rebecca Ya...2025-01-2133 minExperience ChurchMeditation on God's Word | Amanda McGovern | Focus2025-01-1541 minCan I Bring My BookBooks and Author ConvosBehind the Book: A Conversation with Tamara Lemus, Author of Runaway Fae
*While we tried to limit any spoilers for Runaway Fae, we recommend you get a copy of the book and read before listening to the episode*
Can I Bring My Book. The podcast where we, Kat and Amanda, will tangentially discuss books... and so much more.
In this episode, we are joined by Tamara Lemus, the talented author of Runaway Fae. Tamara shares the journey that sparked her love of reading, the inspiration behind her deb...2025-01-071h 23
Driving Forward Podcast2024's Greatest Hits: The Best of Driving Forward✨ Every great journey starts with a spark of inspiration. ✨
In this special Driving Forward episode, we’ve compiled the greatest hits from some of our most impactful conversations of the year. From groundbreaking ideas to transformative leadership, these stories challenge perceptions, spark innovation, and pave the way for the future.
Featured Voices:
00:00 Amanda Schuier (JetCo Delivery & TMC General Chairman) – A fourth-generation trucking professional reshaping the narrative of our industry.
13:23 Chadd Olesen (AVRL) – The “Godfather of Freight Automation” revealing the future of tech.
29:38 Mike McGovern & Chris Demillo (Leonard’s Express) – Sharing how technology is transforming logistics operations.
43:31 Tom McLeod (McLeod Software) – A visi...2025-01-0356 minCan I Bring My BookBooks and Reading GoalsReading Goals, Bonus Books, and the Icelandic Book Flood
Can I Bring My Book. The podcast where we, Kat and Amanda, will tangentially discuss books... and so much more.
In this bonus episode, Kat and Amanda take advantage of December’s fifth Tuesday to reflect on their 2024 reading goals and look ahead to 2025. Kat discusses revising her 2024 goal to better fit her busy schedule and explores plans to read more nonfiction next year. Meanwhile, Amanda celebrates a massive reading year (134 books!) and outlines her goal for 2025: maintaining her reading momentum while creating a custom Ca...2024-12-3120 minExperience ChurchSavior of the World | Amanda McGovern | Christmas 20242024-12-2333 minExperience ChurchChristmas Eve 2023 | Mark & Amanda McGovern | Come Let Us Adore Him2024-12-2148 minExperience ChurchThe Three Wise Men | Amanda McGovern | Come Let Us Adore Him2024-12-2036 minExperience ChurchOverflow From The Heart and True Riches | Amanda McGovern | Abundance2024-11-1839 min
Film Folly29. Top Five Spooky Season Watch List | ‘The Munsters’ Remake | Kristen Stewart in New Vampire Roll | Christian Bale is Frankenstein | New Nosferatu Trailer | ‘Practical Magic’ SequelIn this episode of Film Folly, it’s our Spooky season special episode where Amanda goes over the top five Films and TV to watch for this fun season. Not only that but our Hollywood News this week is also on par for Spooky Season. Find out details about the darker reimagining of the classic 60’s ‘Munsters” show, Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac to star in a new vampire thriller, Christian Bale transforms into Frankenstein, new casting for Anne Rice’s ‘Talamasca’ Series, all the buzz about the new ‘Nosferatu’ trailer, and will we be getting a second Practical Magic? Find out now...2024-10-1459 minWoman's HourCarol Vorderman, Film director Ellen Kuras, SEND provision for black and Asian minority ethnic families.Beware the post-menopausal women who doesn’t give a damn, says 63-year-old TV presenter Carol Vorderman. Carol, a self-described ‘old bird with an iphone’ joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her new book: Now What? On a Mission to Fix Broken Britain. Part memoir, part tool kit the book relates Carols campaign to defeat the last Tory Government, and urges millions to find their voice and hold the new Labour Government, and all future governments, to better account. Following on from the Woman’s Hour SEND programme yesterday, we now focus specifically on SEND provision for black and Asian mi...2024-09-1156 min
Professional Learnings NSWPPA Educational LeadershipTransforming School Culture and Leadership: The Leader in Me Approach with Amanda McGovernUnlock the secrets to transforming educational environments with the Leader in Me system, inspired by the renowned seven habits of highly effective people. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Amanda McGovern, a seasoned educational leader and professional learning officer. She shares her incredible journey from classroom teaching to her impactful role as a coach and consultant for Franklin Covey in Australia and New Zealand. Amanda reveals how the Leader in Me seamlessly integrates with existing school processes to boost academic achievement, leadership skills, and school culture.Discover how the Leader in Me framework shifts paradigms in...2024-08-0430 min