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That's Life, I Swear Interview #17 Lauren Van Duyn - The Mom-demic Diaries: Stories of ResilienceSummaryIn this episode, Rick Barron interviews Lauren Van Dyne, a recruitment manager and podcaster, about her experiences as a mother during the COVID pandemic. Lauren discusses her podcast, 'The Mom-demic Diaries,' which aims to provide a space for mothers to share their raw and unfiltered stories of parenting during such a challenging time. The conversation explores themes of connection, isolation, grief, and resilience, as well as the unique challenges faced by parents. Lauren emphasizes the importance of processing emotions and validating experiences, while also highlighting the strength and adaptability of mothers.

2025-08-2653 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Alexei Navalny, Patriot, A MemoirAlexei Navalny's Patriot: A Memoir chronicles his evolution from an ordinary Russian citizen to a global symbol of resistance against Vladimir Putin's regime. supporting links1. Alexei Navalny [Wikipedia]2. Yulia Navalnaya [Wikipedia]3. The faith that sustained Russian dissident Alexei Navalny [America]4. Putin's Opulence: A Deep Dive into the Russian President's Wealth [YouTube] 5. ‘Putin's palace': Builders' story of luxury, mold and fake walls [BBC]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.soc...

2025-07-2310 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #16 Abi King - Breaking free from the chains of Alcohol AddictionSummaryIn this episode, Rick Barron speaks with Abby King, a sobriety coach and host of the Sober Connection podcast. Abby shares her personal journey through alcohol addiction, the struggles of quitting, and the emotional toll it takes on individuals and their relationships. They discuss the stigma surrounding addiction, the importance of community support, and the transformative power of sobriety. Abby emphasizes the need for education about alcohol's dangers and encourages listeners to seek help if they are struggling. The conversation highlights the journey of self-discovery and the joy of living a fulfilling life without...

2025-07-1650 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The White DarknessFrozen Obsession: Henry Worsley’s Last Expedition, chasing Ernest Shackleton’s polar dream.supporting links1. Henry Worsley (explorer) [Wikipedia]2. Ernest Shackleton [Wikipedia]3. The White Darkness [Amazon Books]4. David Grann [Facebook]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear.com/contact/ Episode Review Submit on Apple Podcast Submit on That's Life, I Swear website Other topics? Do you have topi...

2025-06-0407 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #15 Kendall Breitman- From Newsroom to Podcast Studio: Her JourneySummaryIn this engaging conversation, host Rick Barron speaks with Kendall Breitman, a master storyteller and community manager at Riverside. They explore Kendall's journey from her early life in Pennsylvania to her impressive career in journalism, covering politics and presidential elections. Kendall shares insights into her experiences in high school, college, and her transition into the fast-paced world of political journalism, highlighting the adrenaline rush of breaking news and the lessons learned along the way. In this engaging conversation, Kendall Breitman shares her journey from a successful journalism career to finding love and t...

2025-06-0355 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #14 David Simmons-The Call of the Ocean: A Journey of ReinventionSummary: In this episode, Rick Barron interviews David Simmons, a former tech executive who transitioned to a sailing business in the Caribbean. David shares his journey from a tumultuous childhood in Mississippi to a fulfilling life on the ocean. He discusses his love for the water, the challenges of starting a charter business, and the realities of living on a boat. The conversation explores themes of reinvention, adventure, and the importance of staying calm in crises. In this conversation, David shares his transformative journey through sailing, emphasizing the lessons learned from Mother Ocean and the e...

2025-05-2855 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Raising Hare, a MemoirLocked down in the English countryside during the pandemic, writer Chloe Dalton found herself in an unlikely companionship—with a wild hare. supporting links1. Raising Hare: A Memoir [Amazon]2. Chloe Dalton [Blog site]3. Hare [Wikipedia]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear.com/contact/ Episode Review Submit on Apple Podcast Submit on That's Life, I Swear website Other topics?

2025-05-2007 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #13 Suzanne Junered – The Art of StorytellingSummary: In this engaging conversation, Rick Barron interviews novelist Suzanne Junered, exploring her journey from a career in nutrition to becoming a writer. Suzanne shares her passion for storytelling, the challenges she faced, and the importance of community in the writing process. The discussion delves into her creative awakening, the themes she explores in her novels, and her reflections on growth and self-worth as a writer. Suzanne emphasizes the significance of character development and the unique interpretations readers bring to her work, while also discussing the complexities of pursuing publication. In this conversation, Suzanne shares her...

2025-05-071h 03 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #12 Shazmeen Bank – Healing Through ConnectionSummary: In this episode, host Rick Barron speaks with Shazmeen Bank, a relationship coach and host of the podcast 'Love Better.' They discuss Shazmeen's journey from becoming a young mother to her evolution into a relationship coach, emphasizing the importance of self-worth, healing, and creating safe spaces for personal growth. Shazmeen shares her transformative experiences during COVID, the birth of her podcast, and the generational differences in relationship awareness. The conversation highlights the significance of self-reflection, empathy, and the ongoing journey of personal development.In this conversation, Shazmeen discusses the importance of e...

2025-05-061h 06 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #11 Julieta Duvall – Time Advocacy: No Commitments, Just ExperimentsSummary: In this episode, Rick Barron interviews Julieta Duvall, a time advocate who shares her journey of redefining time as a resource rather than a commodity. Julieta discusses her transition from traditional homeschooling to unschooling, emphasizing the importance of letting go of societal expectations and commitments that do not align with personal values. She highlights the significance of trusting oneself and one's children in the learning process, and the freedom that comes with embracing mistakes and experimenting with life. The conversation also touches on the resources available for unschooling and the family's motto of 'no c...

2025-04-081h 05 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: GENERATIONSGenerations by Dr. Jean Twenge explores how the six generations living in the United States today, connect, conflict, and compete. supporting links1. Gen Z Refuses to Grow Up | With Dr. Jean Twenge [YouTube]2. Jean Twenge, "Generations" [YouTube]3. iGen: The Smartphone Generation | Jean Twenge [YouTube]4. Jean Twenge on Rising Anxiety, Depression, Isolation and Smartphones in Gen Z[YouTube]5. Defining generations: Where Millennials end and Generation Z begins [PEW Research]6. Generation [Wikipedia]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: h...

2025-03-2608 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #10 Michael Ashford – The Art of CommunicationSummary: In this engaging conversation, Rick Barron and Michael Ashford explore the intricacies of communication, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and deeper questioning in fostering meaningful connections. They discuss the shortcomings of traditional education in teaching effective communication skills and propose a redesign that encourages students to ask nuanced questions. The dialogue highlights the impact of clichés in conversations and the necessity of building trust through genuine inquiry. Through personal anecdotes and insights, they illustrate how understanding diverse perspectives can enrich our interactions and lead to more profound human experiences. In this conversation, Michael As...

2025-03-251h 04 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #9 Lee Jackson - The Journey of 'Getting Good' in LifeIn this engaging conversation, host Rick D Barron speaks with motivational speaker and presentation coach Lee Jackson about the realities of motivation, the importance of connection in personal development, and the impact of community during challenging times like COVID. Lee shares insights from his experiences, including the significance of audience engagement, the concept of 'getting good' in life, and the role of decisions in shaping our paths. They also discuss generational differences in work attitudes and Lee's personal passions, including basketball.In this conversation, Lee Jackson shares his journey from being a DJ and rapper t...

2025-02-261h 04 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Surrender 40 songs, one storyU2 singer, Bono says his book, “Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story” is more than a memoir; it’s a multifaceted exploration of a life lived at the intersection of art and activism.supporting links1. ONE Campaign [Wikipedia]2. Product Red [Wikipedia] 3. U2 360° Tour [Wikipedia]4. U2 [Home website]5. Extended interview: U2’s Bono and wife Ali Hewson [CBS Sunday Morning News]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatsli...

2025-02-1208 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Polar ExposureThe book ‘Polar Exposures’ describes the overcoming of personal struggles as well as group adversity, the team's collective experiences provide rare insight of Western and Arabian cultures, providing greater understanding and a deeper appreciation of our common humanity.supporting links1. Felicity Aston - Expedition Leader for The Women's Euro-Arabian North Pole Expedition 2018 [YouTube]2. The Women's Euro-Arabian North Pole Expedition 2018 [Felicity Aston website]3. Felicity Aston [personal website]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bs...

2025-01-0811 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The Demon of Unrest"The Demon of Unrest" book teaches that vigilance, humility, and a willingness to confront hard truths are essential for navigating turbulent times.supporting links1. Erik Larson [Wikipedia]2. Battle of Ft. Sumter [Wikipedia]3. Major Robert Anderson [Wikipedia]4. Edmund Ruffin [Wikipedia]5. Mary Boykin Chesnut [Wikipedia]6. Abraham Lincoln [Wikipedia]7. Old Slave Mart [Wikipedia]8. The Demon of Unrest book [Amazon]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social...

2024-12-2508 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The Afterlife of DataWhat happens to your digital life after you die? How does society unravel the ethical dilemmas with the afterlife of data?supporting links1. What happens to your social media presence after you die? [WIRED]2. Digital Ghosts: Can AI help us commune with the dead? [The Economist]3. Growing up online: Digital Ghosts [Medium]4. Dr. Carl Öhman interview & new book release interview [Dexit]5. Digital Privacy [Wikipedia]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickb...

2024-11-0608 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #8 Julie Jacobs - The Joy of Elevated Comfort Food!In this episode, host Rick Barron interviews culinary innovator Julie Jacobs, who shares her inspiring journey from a rural upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the food industry. Julie discusses her passion for cooking, the challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her evolution from Single Serve Co to Hickory Lane Catering. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, creativity, and the comforting nature of food in bringing people together. In this engaging conversation, Julie shares her journey from a picky eater to a culinary expert, emphasizing the importance of diverse palates and holistic nutrition. ...

2024-10-291h 06 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #7 Pamela Kerman - The Power of Self-Advocacy in AutismIn this episode, Rick Barron speaks with Pamela Kerman about her journey as a mother raising a son with autism. Pamela shares her experiences navigating the complexities of autism diagnosis, advocating for her son's needs, and the challenges faced in the education system. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, community support, and self-advocacy for both parents and children. The conversation highlights Nolan's growth, independence, and the significance of treating individuals with developmental disabilities with respect and dignity.Supporting links1. What is Autism? [Autism Research Institute]2. What is severe ADHD? [Medical News Today]

2024-10-1554 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: What This Comedian Said, Will Shock YouBill Maher is often a controversial figure in the world of politics and culture. Maher is taking stock of his decades of commentary in his new book, “What This Comedian Said Will Shock You.”supporting links1. Bill Maher on his new book [PBS]2. Bill Maher [Official Site]3. Real Time with Bill Maher [Wikipedia]4. Bill Maher [Facebook]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear...

2024-08-0609 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The GlobemakersPeter Bellerby, the co-founder of Bellerby & Co., introduces a fascinating narrative about a neglected art form and its origins, that being the craftmanship of globe making.supporting links1. Bellerby & Co, Globemakers [Wikipedia]2. The Globemakers: The Curious Story of an Ancient Craft [Amazon]3. The Art of Making Globes [CBS Sunday Morning News]4. Bellerby & Co Globemakers, London [website]5. Bellerby & Co - Traditional Globemakers [YouTube]6. Why Bellerby Globes Are So Expensive [YouTube]7. Cartography [Wikipedia]8. Leonardo’s World Map [Wikipedia]9. World Globe Terminology [Ultimate G...

2024-06-1109 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The Third PoleDo you like adventure, mystery, and human resilience? If you said yes, then I have a book review for you. We’re going to take a journey to the roof of the world, Mount Everest,supporting links1. The Third Pole [Amazon]2. Mark Synnott [The North Face]3. Mt. Everest [Wikipedia]4. 3D Map of Mt Everest [ Mount Everest 3d website]5. George Mallory [Wikipedia]6. Sandy Irvine [Wikipedia]7. Alex Honnold [Wikipedia]8. Mountaineering over the past 50 years [Climbing website]9. Lost on Everest [PBS]Contact Th...

2024-05-2809 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Living On Purpose by Amy Eliza WongLiving on Purpose is a self-help book about recognizing and normalizing one’s insecurities.supporting links1. Leadership coach Amy Eliza Wong on why she avoids the word ‘should’ [Your Central Valley]2. Always on Purpose [Website]3. Always on Purpose [Book]4. Amy Eliza Wong [LinkedIn]5. Living on Purpose by Amy Eliza Wong [YouTube]6. Amy Wong [Instagram]7. On How to Thrive Despite Experiencing Impostor Syndrome/Interview [Medium]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at...

2024-05-1413 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Wannsee - The Nazis’ Blueprint for MurderThe extraordinary event that took place on the outskirts Berlin, during World War II, where 15 participants grafted plans that was the Nazis’ blueprint for the mass murder of Jewish people.supporting links1. Wannsee Conference/Participants [Wikipedia]2. Wannsee Conference and the "Final Solution" [Holocaust Encyclopedia]3. Wannsee Protocol [Holocaust Encyclopedia]4. Coordinating the Destruction of an Entire People [The National WWII Museum]5. "Final Solution": In Depth [Holocaust Encyclopedia]6. Minutes of the Wannsee Conference [Wikipedia]7. Reinhard Heydrich [Britannica]8. Peter Longerich [Wikipedia]...

2024-04-0309 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear DNA Chronicles: Henry Lewis Gates Jr. Path to Self-DiscoveryIn the ever-evolving landscape of academia and media, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. stands as a beacon of knowledge, creativity, and enlightenment—a true Renaissance man for the modern age.supporting links1. Finding Your Roots [website]2. CeCe Moore [Wikipedia]3. Henry Louis Gates Jr. [Wikipedia]4. Rick Kittles [Wikipedia]5. Roots [IMDb]6. DNA [Wikipedia]7. Genetics [Wikipedia]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeis...

2024-03-2714 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The 1619 ProjectThe 1619 Project offers a new perspective that reveals a vision of the American past and present.supporting links1. Nikole Hannah-Jones [Wikipedia]2. The 1619 Project [Wikipedia]3. I Helped Fact-Check the 1619 Project. The Times Ignored Me. [Politico]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear.com/contact/ Episode Review Submit on Apple Podcast Submit on That's Life, I Swear website Other topics? Do...

2024-01-2407 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #2: Judy Barron - Genealogy Isn't Just About Names and DatesGenealogy isn't just about names and dates; it's about the people behind them. Listen to how Judy Barron started her dive into researching and building her family history.Supporting links1. Resources for Genealogists [National Archives]2. Free Genealogy Resources [National Genealogical Society]3. Your DNA is Amazing [23andme]4. Ancestry [Website]5. MyHeritage [Website]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear.com/contact/ Episode Review Subm...

2024-01-1033 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: The Wager by David GrannThe survivors of the shipwrecked British vessel, the Wager, on a secret mission during an imperial war with Spain, have different accounts of events.If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-hand side of the page. Just click and record. Simple.supporting links

2023-11-0107 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick's Library: All The Frequent Troubles of Our Days by Rebecca DonnerI walked into a bookstore a while back and my eye caught the title of a book that gave me pause to say, what? Wasn't quite sure what to make of it. The title of the book, "All the Frequent Troubles of Our Days", by Rebecca Donner. I was curious and read the book cover summary and I was hooked. As I started to read the book, I can honestly that it was a "I couldn't put the book down" moment. supporting links1. Rebecca Donner [Website]2. Mildred Harnack [Wikipedia]3. Rebecca D...

2023-10-0408 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick’s Library: Rough Sleepers by Tracy KidderThey’re out there in almost every city. You see them on the streets. They are people with real emotions and experiences. Someone decided to treat them with respect. That someone was Dr. Jim O’Connell.supporting links1. Tracy Kidder [Wikipedia]2. Dr. Jim O’Connell [Website]3. Street Doctor [Harvard Magazine]4. Q&A: Author Tracy Kidder and Dr. Jim O’Connell [BOSTON.COM]5. Boston doctor caring for the homeless for 40 years, What He’s Learned [GBH NEWS]6. National Health Care for the Homeless Council [Website]7. What H...

2023-09-2008 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear FTX, I Mean WTF!!!FTX was once the shining star of cryptocurrency exchanges. However, in December 2022, the SEC filed charges against Sam Bankman-Fried, alleging that he had defrauded investors in FTX. What happened? supporting links1. Infographic on FTX’s Finances In It’s Final Moments [Visual Capitalist]2. Cryptocurrency Laws and Regulations by State [Bloomberg]3. Cryptocurrency Regulations Around The World [Comply Advantage]4. Does The Federal Reserve Regulate Cryptocurrency? [Forbes]5. Crypto Regulation: What’s New and What Investors Need to Know [Nerd Wallet]6. Actor rips crypto as 'largest Ponzi scheme in history' [CNN...

2023-09-1310 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear China and India Are Soon Passing the United States as the Number 1 & 2 World EconomiesChina is poised to become the world’s largest economy between 2035 and 2040, thus surpassing the United States. Well, guess what? There’s another country knocking on the door…India.supporting links1. Key facts as India surpasses China as the world’s most populous country [Pew Research]2. Corruption in India [Wikipedia]3. India: extreme inequality in numbers [OXFAM International]4. FY 2023 is the determining year for India’s future Infrastructure [The Times of India]5. Will India Surpass China to Become the Next Superpower? [Foreign Policy]6. India will surpass China as world’...

2023-09-0615 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The Running Is Over: The Capture of Mafia Matteo Messina DenaroLearn about the life and capture of Matteo Messina Denaro, the most wanted criminal in Italy, and the powerful leader of the Cosa Nostra mafia. Learn about his rise to power and the manhunt leading to his capture. supporting links1. Sicilian Mafia [Wikipedia]2. List of Sicilian Mafia members [Wikipedia]3. Mafia Org Chart [FBI]4. Cosa Nostra: A History of the Sicilian Mafia [Amazon]5. Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro arrested in Sicily [BBC]6. American Mafia [Wikipedia]7. Sicilian Mafia and Its Impact on the Unit...

2023-08-3009 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Part 2 of 2: Britain Is Pioneering the ‘Menopause-Friendly’ Workplace!There’s a movement happening to make workplaces ‘Menopause Friendly.’ A best practice for women in the work environment. That’s right, you heard me. Various companies in the U.S. are now, or should I say, finally; adopting such practices due to getting guidance from across the pond, as they say. Yes, the British are coming.supporting links1. Introduction to Menopause [John Hopkins Medicine]2. Leaders: We have an issue impacting nearly half of the global workforce [Fast Company]3. Menopause at work: What companies can learn [Quartz]4. We Need to Talk Abou...

2023-08-2311 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Part 1 of 2: Pssst, Menopause is Taboo At the WorkplaceRecent studies have discovered the staggering cost of Menopause for women in the work force. Some are taking sick days. Others are cutting back their hours. Still others end up quitting altogether. Why must women deal with these hurdles? It’s flat out not right!supporting links1. Introduction to Menopause [John Hopkins Medicine]2. How Long Do Symptoms of Menopause Last? [Healthline] 3. Menopause Age Calculator: Can You Predict It? [Peanut]4.

2023-08-1608 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Stop The Presses! Breaking News: Newspapers Are Fading into The SunsetThe decline of traditional newspapers in the United States has been rapidly escalating for the past few decades. It’s also a threat to our democracy.supporting links1. Vanishing Newspapers [UNC]2. Newspapers Fact Sheet [Pew Research Center]3. Local Newspapers Fact Sheet [Pew Research Center]4. 5 facts about Fox News [Pew Research Center]5. Demise of print newspapers may have far-reaching consequences for communities and the nation [The Hill]6. Decline of Newspapers [Wikipedia]7. Reports of newspapers' demise have been greatly exaggerated [News Herald]8. The Rise of Di...

2023-08-0910 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Men Don’t Need a Therapist, They Have Their Shit TogetherFor anyone living with mental health problems, talking about it with anyone, let alone a mental health professional, may seem scary if not damn difficult. Even intimidating. Men have been told all their lives to “man up” and “be strong” that accessing mental health resources can seem to go against cultural expectations.supporting links1. 30 B.S. Excuses for Why Guys Don’t Do Therapy [Men’s Health]2. Why Men May Struggle to Communicate Their Feelings [Psychology Today]3. The Fear Factor: Why Are Men Afraid To Go To The Doctor? [That’s Life, I Swear...

2023-08-0210 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Interview #1: Shelley Karpaty - The Inner World of MeditationMeditation is an opportunity to become friends with our automatic and habitual thoughts and delve into the inner wisdom and compassion inherent in all human beings. supporting links1. Writer-Mindfulness Teacher-Mental Health Advocate [@shelleykarpaty]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bsky.social Email us at https://www.thatslifeiswear.com/contact/ Episode Review Submit on Apple Podcast Submit on That's Life, I Swear website Other topics? Do you have topi...

2023-07-2653 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Storm Clouds for Binance and Coinbase With The S.E.C.Is cryptocurrency drifting from being a niche to a fad? As of late, the S.E.C. has filed charges against Binance and Coinbase for money laundering and not registering as a broker. Will these two companies be heading for the crypto junk pile to join FTX?supporting links1. Majority of Americans aren’t confident in cryptocurrency [Pew Research Center]2. The 2023 Crypto Crime Report [Chainalysis]3. Cryptocurrencies in Household Finance [Michael Weber Survey] 4. Crypto Glossary [CoinDesk]5. Coinbase [Website]6. Coinbase [Wikipedia]7. Brian Armstrong/Chairman and CEO, Coinba...

2023-07-1909 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Radio Free Europe Is Revitalized During the Ukraine & Russian WarRadio Free Europe was created in 1949. It represents a commitment to promoting democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression. Its mission is fact-based journalism by local reporters in local languages. That’s only a part of its story. You see it was once part of the C.I.A.supporting links1. RFE/RL [Website]2. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty [Wikipedia]3. The History Of RFE/RL [Website/Presson]4. Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty: The CIA Years and Beyond [Amazon]5. CIA [Wikipedia]social media links

2023-07-1209 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Now, I Am Become Death, The Destroyer Of WorldsOppenheimer was responsible for the research and design of the atomic bomb used to end the war with Japan during WWII.If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-hand side of the page. Just click and record. Simple.supporting linksJ. Robert O...

2023-07-0508 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Global Heating Coming...Pushing Global Temps Off The Chart!Buckle up because El Niño is almost here, and it’s going to get hot!If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-hand side of the page. Just click and record. Simple.supporting links1. Buckle up because El Niño...

2023-06-2808 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The 1919 Boston Rapid Flood Was Slower Than MolassesOn January 15, 1919, Boston was hit with a massive flood. The flood rushed through the streets at an estimated 35 miles per hour, killing 21 people and injuring over 150. By the way, the flood wasn’t water, it was molasses.supporting links1. Great Molasses Flood [Wikipedia]2. The Boston Molasses Disaster of 1919 [YouTube-12m, 23s]3. Boston Molasses Flood.mov [YouTube-7m, 19s]4. The Great Molasses Flood of 1919 [YouTube-4m, 18s]5. The Great Boston Molasses Flood [YouTube-4m, 15s]6. Sneak Peek at the Boston Molasses Flood Project [YouTube-2m, 31s]7. ...

2023-06-2110 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Hale Zukas: They Hate Us Because We’re PrettyHis name was Hale Zukas. Those who knew him well saw him as a pioneer in national disability rights who helped redefine accessibility for people with disabilities. On November 30, 2022, Hale passed away due to heart failure in his favorite city of Berkley, California. He was 79 years old. supporting links1. Hale Zukas [Wikipedia]2. ADA Pioneer, Hale Zukas [YouTube/1m,15s]3. Ralph Hotchkiss [Wikipedia]4. Ralph Hotchkiss Talks About Roughrider Wheelchair [Youtube/2m,21s]5. Whirlwing Wheelchair [Website]6. Curb Cut [Wikipedia]7. Hale Documentary [KQED/21m,43s]Social Media...

2023-06-1409 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear CNN’s Town Hall With Trump and His List of GripesShortly after former President Donald Trump wrapped his CNN town hall, President Biden tweeted out a message: "It's simple, folks, do you want four more years of that?" supporting links1. What to Expect in the E. Jean Carroll-Donald Trump Rape Trial [DAILY BEAST]2. Trump just (essentially) won the 2024 GOP primary. Here’s why [MSNBC]3. Frustration at CNN boils over with Trump town hall [The Hill]4. CNN’s Anderson Cooper defends network’s decision to hold Trump townhall [WION]5. Just how big is the Always Trump component of the Repub...

2023-06-0708 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear China, Taiwan and the B-21 Stealth FighterThe year 2022 ended with the Ukraine War still ongoing. It was a war started by Putin to reestablish the Russian empire that once was. As we start 2023, we’re facing a similar dictator’s dream. I’m talking about China wanting Taiwan. China says there are "profound historical and cultural ties" with Taiwan, which dates back to at least 230 AD. Let there be no doubt, for China, it's an "indisputable fact" that Taiwan is part of China.supporting links1. Eye of the storm: Taiwan at the centre of Sino-U.S. tensions [REUTERS]2. ...

2023-05-3111 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review from Rick’s Library: Dogs On The Trail - A Year in the Life by Blair BravermanI’m a dog lover at heart. That said I have a book in my home library, I’ve been wanting to read for quite some time. Yeah, it about dogs, but it was about dogs and their owners. You see the owners, Blair and Quince run a sled team. It’s the story of a couple who wanted to share their story, the story of life with their dog team and what comes with it.supporting linksTopic books you can find on Amazon1. Books by Blair Braverman [Amazon]

2023-05-2407 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Hey Twitter, We Don’t Want Your Stinking Badges!Twitter Blue Checkmark once symbolized status. Unfortunately, as of late, it’s becoming embarrassing and just plain bullshit. Thank you, Elon.If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-hand side of the page. Just click and record. Simple.supporting links1. Twitter Blue Service [Twitte...

2023-05-1708 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Biden vs Trump Rematch: Ground Hog Day!A potential rematch between Biden and Trump in the 2024 presidential election! Who will come out on top this time? Swing state analysis and polling data analysis will be crucial in predicting the outcome.If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. · I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.· Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-hand side of the page. J...

2023-05-1009 min

The Sweep Spot - A Disneyland Show by Former Cast Members The Sweep Spot #358 - Disneyland New Orleans Square with Tom Morris and Rick WestWe welcome back Tom Morris and Rick West, theme park designers and researchers, to discuss Disneyland Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and New Orleans Square. We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present. The Sweep Spot is an unofficial Disneyland podcast, with weekly episodes: a Topical Episode every two weeks, alternating with a Current Events Episode the other weeks. Lynn Barron and Ken Pellman, former Disneyland Day Custodial Foremen, are your hosts. For more information and to order books, vi...

2023-05-051h 33 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear MAGA: ‘My Ass Got Arrested’So, in case you missed it, Donald Trump is officially the first former U.S. president ever to be indicted. Supporters say the hush money charge is weak and Trump will triumph as always. Hold that thought. This indictment is but a dress rehearsal for what’s to come.supporting links1. Indictment will not only affect Trump in 2024 election [Roll Call]2. Trump remains the most popular Republican despite his indictment [The Guardian]3. Is Trump’s Indictment Good for Democracy? [BU Today]4. Trump campaign raises 8 million since his indictment [Fox...

2023-05-0307 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Three Year's Later, UK Is Now Looking At Brexit With ‘Bregret’On January 31, 2023, the third anniversary of the United Kingdom’s decision to vote to leave the European Union came and went. There were no parades or popping of champagne corks to celebrate the event. Why?supporting links1. Brexit [Wikipedia]2. What is the IMF and Why Does It Matter? [BBC News]3. Prime Minster, Rishi Sunak [Wikipedia]4. Covid impact on the UK Economy [GOV.UK]5. The Truth About the UK Leaving the EU [Investopedia]Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https...

2023-04-2611 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Hilaree Nelson: Failure Frees Us From PerfectionSome defy the odds, no matter what. That said this episode is about the life of Hilaree Nelson. She was one of the world’s most accomplished ski mountaineers. With over 40 expeditions, she built an impressive record of first descents as a woman. “We can throw down just as hard as the men,” she said.supporting links1. Hilaree O'Neill: Failure Frees Us from Perfection [World Economic Forum] 2. Hilaree Nelson became the first woman to climb Everest [BBC] 3. Infographic: The allure of climbing Mount Everest [South...

2023-04-1909 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Donald Trump And The Greatest Carnival Of All Time: Conspiracy Theories!Explore the intersection of Donald Trump, QAnon, and the ReAwaken America movement. Get the facts on conspiracy theories and make informed decisions.supporting links1. ReAwaken Tour: Order you tickets online [ThriveTimeShow]2. ReAwaken Tour [Wikipedia]3. Sean Feucht Interviews Clay Clark | ReAwaken America Tour [YouTube/22m,30]4. Michael Flynn’s ReAwaken Roadshow Recruits ‘Army of God’ [Frontline]5. Inside the MAGA Road Show Barnstorming America/Clay Clark Founder [RollingStone]6. QAnon [Wikipedia]7. Which groups of Americans are most likely to believe conspiracy theories? [YouGovAmerica]8. Qanon 2.0 [Intelligencer] ...

2023-04-1211 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Chat [RightWing] GPT, Help Me ThinkDavid Rozado is a researcher and data scientist. He experimented with A.I. to demonstrate the potential danger of A.I. The name of his experiment was RightWingGPT. It only cost him $300 to create, by the way.· If you liked this episode, please leave a rating/review on my website or iTunes. · I welcome your feedback on my episodes, and I would like to hear what topics you might be interested in future episodes.· Feel free to leave me a voicemail on my website. Look for the black button microphone icon on the bottom right-han...

2023-04-0508 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Shades of Handmaids Tale, Female Athletes Menstrual History Being Tracked!?Tracking your menstrual history for optimal sports performance: Learn how high schools are monitoring menstrual cycles to track female athletic performance and competition results.supporting links1. 44 states currently ask high school female athletes about their ‘menstrual period’ [Outsports]2. Florida Senate Passes “Don’t Say Gay or Trans” Bill [Human Rights Campaign]3. Menstruation in Girls and Adolescents [ACOG]4. The Impact of Menstrual Cycle Phase on Athletes’ Performance [NIH]5. Florida athletic association will not ask high school students about menstruation cycles [POLITICO]Contact That's Life, I Swear

2023-03-2912 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Twitter's API: Nothing Is For Free AnymoreElon Musk, is now planning to charge a monthly fee for Twitter's API tool to help generate revenue. What problems could arise from this decision? Would it even succeed?supporting links1. Elon Musk suggests charging governments and corporations [The Verge] 2. Elon Musk and Twitter, One Quarter Later [SLATE]3. Elon Musk’s reach on Twitter is dropping — fires a top engineer over it [The Verge]4. API [Wikipedia] 5. What Is an API (Application Programming Interface)? [Amazon/AWS]6. What is an API (in 5 minutes) [YouTube]7.

2023-03-2209 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The Republican's Strange View on Democratic SocialismExamining the debate between Democratic Socialism and Capitalism: The stance of the Republican Congress on Communismsupporting links1. H. CON. RES. 9-118th Congress [Congress.gov website]2. Democratic Socialism [Wikipedia]3. Democratic Socialism Isn’t Social Democracy [Jacobin]4. 10 examples of democratic socialism around the world [Staker]5. Democratic socialism, political ideology [Britannica]6. Policy Basics: Where Do Our Federal Tax Dollars Go? [Center on Budget & Policy Priorities]7. 10 Examples of Socialism In America [Helpful Professor] 8. Social programs in the United States [Wikipedia]9. Modest Declines in...

2023-03-1512 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick's Library: Cryptocurrency-How Digital Money Could Transform Finance by Gian VolpicelliSince 2009 when the first decentralized cryptocurrency, Bitcoin came into view, the world has been mesmerized by the topic. We hear new jargon such as Blockchain, Bitcoin, stablecoin, mining, smart contracts, crypto exchanges. What does all this mean? The history and other crypto jargon can be explained in a book I read recently on what this new digital currency is about. The name of the book, Cryptocurrency-How Digital Money Could Transform Finance.supporting links1. Crypto Currency [Irish Tech News]2. What is Cryptocurrency and how does it work? [Kaspersky]3. The 2008 financial crisis ex...

2023-03-0808 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Ukraine War: Snake Island, One Year Later - Part 2This is a follow up to last week’s episode of Snake Island, a year later. In our last episode, I shared how 80 Ukrainian soldiers occupied Snake Island. Their mission was to protect the island from the Russian takeover. The odds were stacked against them, but Captain Hodsky and his team saw it only one way, defend, and if required, die defending to the last man.supporting links1. 2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine [Wikipedia]2. Why did Russia invade Ukraine and has Putin's war failed? [BBC]3. The Strategic Importance Of Snake Island In P...

2023-03-0111 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Ukraine War: Snake Island, One Year Later - Part 1On February 24, 2022, two days from now, Russian forces approached a tiny Black Sea outpost, demanding its Ukrainian defenders surrender or die. The response caught the Russians off guard, and the message became a symbol of resistance around the world.supporting links1. 2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine [Wikipedia]2. Why did Russia invade Ukraine and has Putin's war failed? [BBC]3. The Strategic Importance Of Snake Island In Past And Present [EurasiaReview]4. Russian patrol ship Vasily Bykov [Wikipedia]5. Russian cruiser Moskva [Wikipedia]6. Russians are torturing a Ukrainian priest in Belgorod...

2023-02-2211 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear David Crosby, Mr. Tambourine ManExplore the rich history of folk rock through the work of David Crosby and his band Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. From hit songs to solo performances, delve into the music and legacy of one of the greatest musicians of our time.supporting links1. David Crosby Timeline [Wikipedia]2. The Byrds [Wikipedia]3. David Crosby’s Top 20 Biggest Billboard Hits [Billboard]4. Floyd Crosby [Wikipedia]5. Crosby, Stills & Nash - Album Cover Location [Popspots]6. Complete List Of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Albums [Classic Rock History]

2023-02-1511 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Let's Have A Chat About ChatGPTWe’ve heard that robots will soon take over our world. I think the jury is still out on that theory. However, a new robot entered on November 30, 2022, into the Artificial Intelligence arena and is getting a lot of attention. It’s a new chatbot that shows rapid advances in artificial intelligence. It’s name: ChatGPT.supporting links1. What is ChatGPT and How is it Different from Jasper Chat? [Jasper]2. The Complete Guide to AI Text Generators [Castros]3.

2023-02-0810 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Russian WWII Female Pilots Know As The Night WitchesSince February of 2022, I’ve been watching the ongoing war with Ukraine and Russia. When Putin’s army stormed in, they looked so polish and ready to conquer Ukraine in a manner of hours. Today the Russin army looks like a rag-tag outfit and not the almighty power the world was worried about. Ukraine is kicking their butts.supporting links1. Learn more about the Night Witches [NBC News Learn] 2. Marina Raskova bio [Wikipedia]3. Polikarpov Po-2 plane [Wikipedia]4. The Soviet Night Witches [Wright Museum of World War II]Podca...

2023-02-0110 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Having The Last Word With WordleNot sure what you do in the morning, but for me I have my coffee along with my iPhone, and start the day by plugging five-letter words into a grid, waiting for green, gray and yellow boxes to pop up. I know I'm not alone here. I'm talking about Wordle, the free viral word game that has millions of us hooked.supporting links1. Wordle reveals how answers are picked [CNN Business]2. Wordle in a Minute [YouTube]3. Wordle [Wikipedia]4. Best Starting Words and More Winning Tips [CNET]5. Wor...

2023-01-2511 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Book Review From Rick's Library: ADRIFT by Scott GallowayI love reading books. My interest runs across the board from history, novels, biographies and more. Last year I challenged myself to read 52 books in one year but only hit 47. I thought I’d share a book review on some of the books I’ve read. Hope some of the books will draw your interest. Let’s kick this off with a recently-read book titled Adrift, by Scott Calloway, someone who’s been labeled as the Howard Stern of the Business World.supporting links1. How to Deal with the End of a Life [Bette...

2023-01-1807 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear John Carmack Calls It Quits at Meta Due To Utter FrustrationAbout four weeks ago, John Carmack, who was the chief technology officer of Oculus, which Meta bought, called it quits and decided to leave. His reasoning for leaving? He said, [the project is working at] “half the effectiveness” and has “a ridiculous amount of people and resources, but we constantly self-sabotage and squander effort.”supporting links1. John Carmack [Wikipedia]2. John’s Resignation letter [MP1ST]3. Within Unlimited [Website]4. Keen Embedded Technologies5. Augmented Reality vs. Virtual Reality: What's the Difference? [PC Magazine]6. The story of Doom [PC Gamer]7...

2023-01-1109 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear William B. Gould, Escaped Slave and Civil War DiaristWilliam B. Gould III, was up in the attic with his son, clearing old items, dusting and making room. When lifting a box, something fell to the floor. It was his grandfather’s diary. Inside the diary was a story of his grandfather that the world would soon know about. supporting links1. William Gould [Wikipedia]2. Whipped Peter [History]3. N.C. Highway Historical Marker Recognizes William Gould [NCDRC.Gov]4. William Benjamin Gould’s diary traces road to freedom [The Bay State Banner]…has picture of sons5. William B. Gould IV...

2023-01-0409 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: Picking Up Pickleball: Take A Whack At ItIt all started with two dads in the summer of 1965, desperate to find a solution to find a way to keep their kids entertained. The dad did a lot of thinking and then improvised on an idea. They took a plastic ball, some wood, and a badminton court., and walla, "Pickleball" was born. supporting links1. The Rise of Pickleball [CBS Sunday Morning News]2. Pickleball [Wikipedia]3. The History of Pickleball [The Pickler]4. Pickleball becomes’ Washington’s official state sport [History Link]5. Pickleball Scoring Rules [Onix...

2022-12-2111 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear A Bruised Bear, Deniers Be Damned, Geniuses They’re NotAs we get ready to see 2022 come to a close, I wanted to share three stories that I thought were, unexpected. The first is a about a small country that stood defiant against a giant bear and punched its nose. The second story is about a country that woke up realizing that freedom and democracy were more sacred and that deniers and psychos be damned. Finally, the story of three high tech egos that went beyond their Superman myth. supporting links1. 5 major revelations about the collapse of crypto giant FTX...

2022-12-1412 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear New Jersey Man Walks 29,826 Miles Around the World With His DogTom Turcich, from New Jersey, sets a Guinness World Record becoming the tenth person to walk around the world. So what? The 'so what' part is he wasn't alone. His companion, shall we say, was different. He took his four-legged companion Savannah, with him, who became the first dog to walk around the world. supporting links1. Tom Turcich,10th person to walk around the world. His dog joined him [SBS News]2. Worldwalk, by Steven M. Newman [Amazon]3. Around the world walk delayed by Ukraine war/Karl Bushby [BBC]4. ...

2022-12-0715 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Mastodon, An Alternative To TwitterElon Musk took over Twitter on Oct. 27, 2022. Time to pop the champagne corks and celebrate. What should’ve been a day of celebration has turned into anything but. Currently the state of Twitter is chaotic. Twitter users are jumping ship, various Twitter executives have left [like those who oversaw content moderation and security], and decision-making is shall we say indecisive. Is there another alternative to Twitter? Yes, and its name is Mastodon?supporting links1. Eugen Rochko, founder of Mastodon [Time Magazine]2. The Man Behind Mastodon Built It for This Moment [WIRED]2. ...

2022-11-2313 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Elizabeth Learns Lessons Of Life With Her Dad, While SailingElizabeth’s begins her story by remember her dad asking if she would do him a favor. Her dad’s favor was if she would be able to take care of his prize possession, his 34-foot Hunter boat, for a couple of weeks. It was a boat where Elizabeth would over the years, learn the lessons of life and sailing.supporting links1. Grieving the loss of a loved one [Help guide]2. Elizabeth Anne Bernstein [Wall Street Journal]definitions1. What is Aphasia? [Cleveland Clinic]2. Orthopedic surgeo...

2022-11-1612 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The Pros And Cons Of A Four-Day Working WeekOver the past two years, we had to deal with COVID-19 and all of the underpinnings it brought with it. As we started walking out of this virus nightmare, our society had time to rethink what they wanted in their work-life during those two long years. Part of that rethinking was a new definition of the typical workweek and where.supporting links1. A four-day workweek: is it really worth it? [Breathe]2. The five-day workweek is dead [Vox]3. The 4-day week is flawed. Workers still want it [WIRED]4. The advantages and disadvantage...

2022-11-0913 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Rethinking Just-in-Time Supply Chain, For The Possible Next TimeAmerican shoppers, in part, contributed to the breaking of the Supply Chain. The USA is a nation of impatient consumers. We’re geared that anything can be delivered to our homes, 24 by 7, with the click of a mouse button. COVID only exasperated the situation. We have more inventory in our homes than we need due in part to Jeff Bezos convincing us we can have delivery tomorrow. supporting links1. Building a More Resilient Supply Chain [Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency]2. Lessons To Learn in Supply Chain for the next time [Jabil]researc...

2022-10-2613 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Pandora's Social Media Digital Box. Caution: Algorithms Are InsideDespite the ongoing breaking news covering the misuse of information and the public's relatively negative sentiments about aspects of social media, it's hard for people to put their mobile phones away, even for a minute. We find ourselves fixated on the content generated via algorithms, via our travels on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and the like. We accept bullying and blatant disinformation. We have this sense of FOMO, Fear of Missing Out. Why? supporting links1. 5 ways to spot misinformation on your social media feeds [ABC News]2. Sacha Baron Cohen: It comes...

2022-10-1216 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: Liz Cheney Lost Her Election But Actually WonAbout two months ago, against the back drop of the Wyoming skyline, Liz Cheney, conceded her loss to her opponent in the state’s U.S. representative Republican primary. The overwhelming defeat for Liz Cheney was more than a refusal of values and a reshaping of the GOP. For me it was watching voters who have this knuckle head denial of reality.supporting links1. Liz Cheney’s Next Move [Politico]2. Liz Cheney [Wikipedia]3. Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address / ”The Great Task” [Battlefields Org]4. Trump Followers [Democracy Journal]5. Trump’s Big L...

2022-10-0511 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Climate Change Is Happening, It's No Longer A Theory!The dangers of climate change are mounting so rapidly that they could soon overwhelm the ability of both nature and humanity to adapt, creating a harrowing future in which floods, fires, and famine displace millions, species disappear and the planet is irreversibly damaged. supporting links1. What COP26 Glasgow Did and Didn’t Accomplish [Council on Foreign Affairs]2. Glasgow Climate Pact [Website]3. Earth’s Black Box [CNN]4. Steps to reducing our carbon footprint [Texas Coastal Exchange]research/surveys information1. Many doubt success of international efforts to reduce global w...

2022-09-2814 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: A Beer Run Covering 9,000 MilesThe year was 1967, and John Donohue took off to make a beer run for some of his friends in his neighborhood. Now one would think, what so special about a beer run? Well, this wasn’t your typical beer run and neither was the neighborhood.supporting links1. The Greatest Been Run Ever [IMDb]2. Zac Efron Goes to Vietnam [Collider]3. Pabst Blue Ribbon Presents: The Greatest Beer Run Ever [YouTube]4. The Most Special Delivery of the Vietnam War [YouTube]5. Irish American ex-Marine brings beers to his buddies in Vietna...

2022-09-2112 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear We Interrupt This Program For Breaking News! Is It Really?Why is there so much "breaking news" on TV? The label "breaking news" is an overused marketing message used to increase audience size or hold an audience longer. Viewers suffer from viewer fatigue from a constant blitz of "breaking news" messages and in-show graphics. News producers want more "breaking news" promotion, on-air and multi-channel promotion, to increase the size of viewership. supporting links1. Take a break from Breaking News [BeMoreWithLess]2. Is watching the News bad for mental health? [VeryWellMind]3. Coronavirus: How much news is too much? [BBC]research/surveys in...

2022-09-1414 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: Canada And Denmark Fight Over An Island with Liquor, Not With GunsThere’s this island that lies between Greenland and Canada. It’s not really an island perse. It’s more rock than anything else. What makes this rock interesting is a dispute between Canada and Denmark. The discussion involved a border line and liquor.supporting links1. Hans Island [Wikipedia]2. Canada-Denmark Relations [Wikipedia]3. Hans Island [Google Maps]4. 1982 Law of the Sea Treaty [International Maritime Organization]5. Danish Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod [Wikipedia]6. Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly [Wikipedia]7. I Am A Rock [Simon & Garfunkel/YouTube]

2022-09-0710 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear A Sports Bar Not Just For Women, But A Bar For Women’s SportsThis is the story of Jenny Nguyen, who decided one day that it was time for women to have a bar. This wasn’t just any bar which we’ll soon find out. What makes this story even more interesting was that part of her marketing plan for naming her bar, required only the switching of two letters in one word.supporting links1. Sports Bra [website]2. Sports Bra story [CBS Sunday Morning News]3. Title IX [Wikipedia]4. Rep. Edith Green (D-ORE.) & Patsy Takemoto Mink Rep. (D-HI) [Washington Post]

2022-08-3111 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear France's Future Farmers Have Tech Shrewdness, and Want Weekends OffModern farms and agricultural operations work far differently than those a few decades ago, primarily because of advancements in technology, including sensors, devices, machines, and information technology. Today’s agriculture routinely uses sophisticated technologies such as robots, temperature and moisture sensors, aerial images, and GPS technology. These advanced devices and precision agriculture and robotic systems allow businesses to be more profitable, efficient, safer, and more environmentally friendly. supporting links1. Vertical farming [USDA]2. Sustainable Development Goals [UN-Department of Economic & Social Affairs]3. Future of farming is in crisis mood [Eating Well]4. Hectar, World’s largest...

2022-08-1717 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Kenichi Horie, Sails The Pacific Ocean Solo, And He's 83!Sailing solo across the world's largest ocean once should be enough of an achievement. But 83-year-old Japanese ocean adventurer Kenichi Horie felt compelled to do it again.On Saturday, June 4, 2022, he set a record by becoming the world's oldest solo yachtsman to sail non-stop across the Pacific Ocean.Kenichi’s motto: "Don't let your dreams just stay as dreams. Have a goal and work towards achieving this and a beautiful life awaits." supporting links1. Kenichi Horie [Wikipedia]2. Kenichi Horie Will Depart Under the Golden Ga...

2022-08-0309 min

The Samuel McGuire Show Episode 28 Interview with Rick Barron Man Republican Central Committee candidate 33rd District-OH (The Samuel McGuire Show)Episode 28 Interview with Rick Barron Man Republican Central Committee candidate 33rd District-OH --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/samuel-mcguire5/message

2022-07-2554 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The Electoral College Is A Ticking Time Bomb. Seriously!The United States Electoral College process is a loaded gun pointed at our system of government. Yet, we continue to play Russian roulette with our democracy every four years. The question is, why? supporting links1. Avoiding another Jan. 6th [NPR]2. Reform that Congress must do on a bipartisan basis [The Washington Post]3. The Constitution of the United States [National Archives]4. Article II, Section 1, Clauses 2 and 3 [Constitution Center]research/surveys information 1. The majority of Americans favor moving away from Electoral College [Pew Research Center]2. Electoral Count...

2022-07-2014 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: No Harm, No Foul Is No Defense For Donald TrumpThe Jan. 6th committee has provided a timeline of events leading up to and after the Jan 6th assault on the U.S. Capitol. Arguments have gone back and forth on whether there’s enough evidence to prosecute Mr. Trump. Even if there is, should we indict Mr. Trump?supporting links1. Complete Timeline Of January 6th [Jan-6.com website]2. United States House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack [Wikipedia]3. The Long Path To Insurrection [SPLC]4. White House staffer’s Jan. 6 testimony [The Hill]5. Pros And Cons of Charging Tr...

2022-07-1314 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Putin Starts A War, And At The Same Time Increases World Hunger!On Feb. 24th of this year, Russia started its special operations war with Ukraine. As the war unfolded, Putin soon learned he had miscalculated the strong resistance of the Ukraine people. Another miscalculation was what the war was amplifying even more, and that was taking the current global food crisis has gone from worse to a pending nightmare for many. Supporting links1. 5 Key Takeaways From Report Warning of ‘Hurricane of Hunger’ [Global Citizen]2. Ukraine War Pushing Millions to Starvation Worldwide [Amanpour & Co./YouTube]3. Responding to the Ukraine emergency [World Food Programme...

2022-07-0613 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Elizabeth Holmes Had A Motto: Fake It Till You Make ItOn January 3, 2022, biotechnology founder Elizabeth Holmes, was convicted of defrauding some of her blood-testing company’s biggest investors. At its peak, her startup, Theranos, was valued at more than $9 billion and, by 2018, had raised over $1 billion. So, what happened?supporting links1. Where is Elizabeth Holmes now? [Good To Know]2. Elizabeth Holmes found guilty [CNN Business]3. Theranos founder awaiting sentencing [Town & Country]4. Researchers share lessons for science [Nature]research/surveys information1. Theranos [Wikipedia]2. Elizabeth Holmes [Wikipedia]3. Sunny Balwani [Wikipedia]4. John Carreyrou [Wikipedia]

2022-06-2213 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear How Fast Can You Run From the Vaccine, And Why Take The Risk?The science is precise: COVID vaccines are a safe and effective way to prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and death from the coronavirus, and vaccine mandates effectively promote widespread vaccinations. Still, we battled in the United States to inoculate the nation against the coronavirus. Yet, conspiracies and defiant attitudes made a recovery daunting. Why?supporting links1. Who isn’t getting vaccinated, and why [Vox]2. The political fight over vaccine mandates [NPR]3. Benefits of getting a COVID-19 vaccine [CDC]4. Why Health-Care Workers are quitting in droves [The Atlantic]5. When COVID-19 becomes ende...

2022-06-0814 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear BONUS: The "Great Replacement Theory": A Deadly DoctrineIt's happened again. In a synagogue in Pittsburgh of 2018. At a Walmart in El Paso. Now, it's happened yet again at the Tops Friendly Market store in Buffalo. All three of these shooting incidents that took place were the result of someone seeing not human beings. Rather, they saw immigrant invaders, an invasion of non-whites. The dots are starting to connect. What is so unnerving is that this is only the beginning of the lunacy called the great replacement theory. Supporting links1. What is the Great Replacement Theory [NPR]2. The father of 'Great...

2022-06-0113 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Pregnancy From Rape. Did You Know "It's An Opportunity"?So, let’s see. Inflation is on the rise. The Ukraine war could get to a nuclear state if Putin has his way. Wall Street is struggling. The Florida governor has attacked Micky Mouse. Apple’s iPod is going the way of the Walkman. Elon Musk wants to reinstate Trump’s Twitter account! It’s like our world is going topsy turvy. What else can go wrong. Oh, this just in. A leaked document from the Supreme Court revealed that the court is leaning towards overturning Roe v. Wade. Show Notess...

2022-05-2515 min

The Sweep Spot - A Disneyland Show by Former Cast Members The Sweep Spot Ep. #334 - Disneyland Changes with Show Writer Rick WestRick West returns to chat about the changing conditions of theme park design and operation, especially at the Disneyland Resort. Rick is a Show Writer for theme parks and was a Ride Operator on the west side of Disneyland. He also created several acclaimed Theme Park Adventure publications on attractions such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones Adventure, and Tarzan’s Treehouse. He is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Midsummer Scream.We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless and Cleaning The Kingdom: Night, Day, Past and Present. Th...

2022-05-122h 10 $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Jose Andres Fights With A Spatula Instead Of A GunAs the Ukraine war continues, people worldwide have come to their aid. Countries have provided military aid, as requested by President Zelensky. Another group came to provide aid, but they brought a spatula instead of a gun.supporting links1. #ChefsForUkraine: Stories from the Ground [World Central Kitchen]2. Jose Andres and Humanitarian Efforts [Jose Andres website]3. Jose Andres [Wikipedia]4. El Bulli history [Wikipedia]5. To Change the World Through the Power of Food [Think Food Group website]6. The tech that keeps World Central Kitchen cooking [Fast Company]7. Chef José Andrés: Serving meals...

2022-05-1113 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear The Fear Factor: Why Are Men Afraid To Go To The Doctor?In this episode, we talk about some common reasons men choose not to see their doctor for annual checkups. The list of reasons varies, but most common is embarrassment or discomfort with discussing specific issues and fearful of being told they have a troubling diagnosis. Your host was one of those individuals and now shares his story. supporting links1. Why are men less likely to see a doctor? [WebMD]2. Top 5 reasons men should see a doctor [Shelter Island Reporter]3. Men, it's time to make the routine doctor's visit a habit [Ph...

2022-05-0113 min $That\'s Life, I Swear$

That's Life, I Swear Trailer: WelcomeEvery other Wednesday, Rick Barron, invites you into a discussion about life’s happenings in this world that conjures up such words as complicated, intriguing, frightening, life-changing, inspiring, and more.Thoughts and perspectives will cover politics, climate change, human behavior, people’s beliefs, and overcoming obstacles. He’ll touch on life’s imperfections as well as its celebrations, along with what life’s happenings can teach us and learn. After all, that’s life, I swear. Be sure you subscribe here or wherever you get your podcast so you don’t miss an episode Contac...

2022-04-3001 min

Juice1073 Good Taste Brekky with Chloe and Elerrina Friyay Live - Rick BarronOn this episode, Juice 107.3 brekky hosts Chloe & Elerrina interview Aussie musician Rick Barron and listen to his cover of 'Fortunate Son'. 05/02/2020 You can visit our website at www.juice1073.com.au Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/good-taste-brekky-with-chloe-and-elerrina-on-juice-107-dot-3-1 Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xNDFjOTI2MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1518864498/good-taste-brekky-with-chloe-and-elerrina-on-juice-107-3-gold-coast PocketCast:https://pca.st/omi391ca RadioPublic: https://radiopublic.com/good-taste-brekky-with-chloe-and-6BoonM

2021-02-0910 min

Founders Story LAW FIRM: Barron Law - Title & ClosingToday we are joined by John “Jay” Barron founder of Barron Law – Title and Closings. Barron Law is a boutique law firm specializing exclusively in real estate title and closings. With more than 15 years of experience in the industry, they are well known for their problem-solving abilities and personal relationships with their clients. John “Jay” Barron, Esq.Born in Uxbridge, Jay attended the Uxbridge Public Schools. He served in the U.S. Army as a combat radio operator. After an honorable discharge from the Army, Jay attended Worcester State College and then Suffolk University Law School....

2020-08-2022 min

The Sweep Spot - A Disneyland Show by Former Cast Members The Sweep Spot #204 - Pirates of the Caribbean with Rick WestIn this episode we welcome Former Disneyland Attractions Cast member, Theme Park Adventure founder, and Disneyland fan Rick West. he worked on Pirates of The Caribbean and has some great stories to share with us, plus much more. Plus the latest in the Disneyland Current Events. For info and our book Cleaning the Kingdom go to www.thesweepspot.com

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2016-12-2100 min