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The Individual Matters PodcastBridging Minds: How the Game of Bridge Empowers Neurodiverse Thinkers (Brian Reynolds)Are you looking for powerful ways to support neurodiverse students in developing critical thinking, social skills, and cognitive flexibility? In this eye-opening episode, Brian Reynolds (The Bridge Teachers) explores how playing Bridge can be a game-changer for neurodiverse thinkers, including children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences.Bridge isn’t just a classic card game—it’s an incredible tool for building executive function, improving decision-making, and enhancing strategic thinking. Whether you're a parent seeking educational games, a mental health counselor, a success coach, or someone passionate about strategy games, this episode will show how Bridge...2025-03-2626 min
Creating Joyful Readers29. Press Play: How Audiobooks Inspire Joyful ReadersAre audiobooks really reading? Spoiler alert: they absolutely are! Whether you're reading with your eyes or your ears, the heart of reading is comprehension, connection, and storytelling. In this episode, I’ll break down why listening to audiobooks counts as reading, backed by research and classroom experience. Plus, I’ll share some of my favorite YA audiobooks that will have you—and your students—hitting play again and again. Highlights:Why Audiobooks CountWays to Use Audiobooks in the ClassroomSome of My Favorite YA AudiobooksResources Mentioned:Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson: https://amzn.to...2025-03-1012 min
Cornhole Champions Podcast🌽Cornhole Champions #11 - The Lutheran crime syndicate and the 'Cancer gag' (with Samantha Barbas)“I absolutely do not think that Lutheran Services (of Iowa) is a money laundering organization.”Gov. Kim Reynolds took some heat last week after getting asked if she agreed with billionaire Elon Musk that Lutheran Family Services and its member organizations were laundering money. In a press conference, she blamed it on being taken out of context. It took Raygun all of 24 hours to get this on up.On this episode of Cornhole Champions, hosts Zachary Oren Smith and Amie Rivers play back the tape. Also here about a glowing profile in the Des...2025-02-1245 min
The Setting Trick: Conversations with World Class Bridge PlayersEp. 83 Brian Reynolds - Fancies himself as a Bridge OutlierBrian Reynolds is an LA-based bridge teacher who, with his wife, Samantha, runs an educational website, The Bridge Teachers. They specialize in teaching people who’ve “never touched a deck of cards.” That’s how they got recommended to the production team for the bridge documentary film, “The Kids Table.” That initial meeting dramatically altered the film’s storyline. One player quit on the spot! As a bridge pro, Brian is refreshingly candid about his bridge ability. This conversation covers a broad range of topics. 2025-01-271h 40
The Confused BreakfastDemolition Man (1993) with Gareth ReynoldsOur good friend Gareth Reynolds is back as a special guest, so you know we had to pick a banger of a movie to review. Demolition Man gives us everything we could ever want in a movie. Cryo-prisons, underground rat-burger restaurants, no physical touch, Taco Bells on every corner, Los Angeles in perfect harmony, seashells for toilet paper. Sounds like the ideal future to us and this episode is hilarious. Enjoy!•0:00:00 - Introductions•0:05:30 - Memories of first viewing•0:12:00 - Pertinent movie details •0:23:00- Critical and fan reviews•0:33:00 - S...2025-01-221h 59
Founders & Fortitude | Conversations with Audrie DollinsEmbracing Failure: Guests Samantha and Matt ReynoldsFounders and Fortitude Conversations with Audrie DollinsEpisode 2: Special Guests Samantha and Matt ReynoldsWhat to Expect in This EpisodeIn this heartfelt conversation, Samantha and Matt Reynolds share what life looks like as they balance family, the demands of a Major League Baseball career, and the incredible experience of moving from Texas to Japan with two little ones under the age of three.We explored the highs and lows of navigating the world of Major League Baseball and the immense fortitude it took to embrace new challenges abroad...2025-01-141h 03
Susan LoPresti Wellness Mind Body SoulBridging the Mind: How Learning Bridge Sharpens Mental Agility with Brian ReynoldsIn this episode, I’m joined by Brian Reynold founder of The Bridge Teachers.com, a company dedicated to teaching people the timeless game of bridge. Brian and Samantha share their journey of creating a business that’s not just about cards but also about connection, strategy, and brain health.
Brian Reynolds' Journey from Stage to Bridge Table
Brian Reynolds' love story isn't just about Samantha, it's about bridge. When they met, Samantha's love for the game became a delightful condition for their relationship. Together, they embarked on a lifelong bridge adventure.
Their init...2025-01-1444 minCreating Joyful Readers21. Fresh and Relatable: Contemporary YA Authors You Can’t MissLet's talk about 5 contemporary YA authors you should have on your classroom and library shelves. These authors create books that resonate with young readers, sparking important conversations and helping students connect to the literature in meaningful ways. Whether you're looking to update your library, introduce a fresh unit, or build a stronger connection with your students, this episode has got you covered.Jason Reynolds:When I Was the Greatest: https://amzn.to/48O1uoVThe Boy in the Black Suit: https://amzn.to/3CpYYcuAll-American Boys: https://amzn.to/48Ldyr32025-01-1315 min
Wanderlust Diaries - Tales of Solo TravellersEp 26 - Samantha Green from Not Just Travel. The Journey of a Travel ConsultantSamantha specialises in crafting itineraries for female solo travellers with a focus on safety, experiential and responsible travel.In this episode of Wanderlust Diaries, travel consultant Samantha Green shares her journey into the world of travel consulting, emphasizing the importance of solo travel, especially for women. She discusses overcoming fears associated with traveling alone, the significance of local experiences, and the impact of responsible travel on communities. Samantha also highlights the role of a travel consultant in tailoring unique travel experiences, ensuring safety for solo travelers, and creating memorable journeys that resonate with personal growth and cultural...2025-01-0647 min
T Watches A Scary MovieSilent Night, Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out | TWASM | T Watches A Scary MovieAs we enter December that means it's time for T to head back to some Holiday Horror and he's headed back to the Santa Claus Killer and the world of Silent Night, Deadly Night with the further adventures of Ricky Caldwell/Chapman
Silent Night, Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out
A scientist (Richard Beymer) links a psychic blind girl (Samantha Scully) to killer Ricky's (Bill Moseley) brain, mounted on top of his head.
2024-12-0315 min
The Truth About AddictionFinding Strength in Vulnerability with Shina RaeSend us a textShina Rae Reynolds, a celebrated Israeli actress turned American aesthetician and celebrity makeup artist, joins us for a heart-to-heart conversation about her extraordinary journey from a life marred by trauma to one of triumph and resilience. Shina opens up about the powerful emotional connection she felt during a recent networking event, which led to our serendipitous collaboration aimed at empowering others. Her candid reflections on American superficiality and the inspiring role of vulnerability in personal growth provide a fresh perspective on the importance of sharing our stories to break the chains of isolation...2024-08-301h 24
A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 91 Cops and Campers with Retired LEO Eric ReynoldsHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Eric Reynolds, retired law enforcement officer and founder of Cops and Campers on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Cops and Campers is a wellness retreat initiative founded by retired police officer Eric Reynolds, who suffered from PTSD after being shot in the line of duty in 2012. The organization aims to provide a safe haven for first responders to share their stories, overcome the stigma of PTSD, and improve their overall health and well-being.Cops and Campers’ mission is to empower first responders with th...2024-08-0656 min
News For Reasonable People#2,235 - Crime forces Popular rooftop eatery in downtown L.A. to charge customers 4.5% security feeAngelenos are used to seeing fees for gratuity and even healthcare on the restaurant bill, but a downtown Los Angeles rooftop eatery is now charging a fee for security.
Considered an essential experience in rooftop dining, diners at Perch, which is on the 15th floor of the Pershing Square Building at Hill and 5th streets, may soon notice the 4.5% surcharge on their receipt.
“In L.A. it’s like the gratuity law, so all these extra fees on DoorDash, it’s kind of normal,” Simone Dill, who dined at Perch, t...2024-04-1315 min
Australia Daily NewsSamantha Kerr Faces Trial, Senator Reynolds Wins $90K Settlement, Australia pledges $2bn for Southeast Asia, NSW Councils Protect Urban Trees, and more...(0:10): Samantha Kerr Faces Trial for Racial Harassment, Misses Season Due to Injury(1:39): Senator Linda Reynolds Wins $90K Settlement Over Misconduct Accusations(3:24): Australia Pledges $2bn to Boost Southeast Asia Trade and Clean Energy(5:34): NSW Councils Champion Tree Protection to Combat Urban Heat(7:34): NBN Co to Supercharge Broadband: 9M Aussies to Get Free Speed BoostTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
Image credit: The Guardian2024-03-0509 min
Marvellous Women: The PodcastEp 14 - Practice Makes Permanent with Abby ReynoldsIn this episode of Marvellous Women: The Podcast, Abby Reynolds graced the virtual stage as a special guest. Known for her authentic leadership style and selflessness, Abby delved into the heart of what it means to lead with purpose and genuine passion.
Abby is the Business Partnership Manager within UQ Business School’s Executive Education unit, working closely with clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to design and deliver bespoke learning and development programs. In addition to her work with strategic clients, Abby has spent the last 14 years’ of her career working within the higher educ...2024-02-1335 min
Talkingbooksandstuff's podcastEpisode 245 - Samantha ReynoldsSamantha is an author, actor and award-winning filmmaker living in Toronto, Canada. She is a certified Dr. Shefali Conscious Parenting Coach and received her MFA in film production from The University of Southern California. When not creating, Samantha can be found spending time with her husband, son and mini Poodle. In her book Help Me Be Me, she wants parents to be able to let go of their fantasies of who and what their child should be and simply observe and listen. It isn’t always easy to do but this is when the magic of self-discovery happen2024-01-2517 min
The Henry Puffer PodcastKevin Bozeman 12.7.23In Season 5, Episode 3 of the Henry Puffer Podcast, the club will interview Mr. Kevin Bozeman, a local legend. He's not just a comic; he's a husband, a father of three talented boys, and a beacon of laughter in our community. Listen as we peel back the layers of humor and heart and unravel his journey into the world of comedy. Most importantly, we will learn how Mr. Bozeman gives back to his community. This episode's interview team is Julian, Lily Cole, Annabelle, Ella, Lucy, Henry, Samantha, and Jax.
For more information on Mr. Bozeman's charity event, please cl...2023-12-1821 min
I Love This, You Should Too237 Six, Singin’ In The Rain, & The Sound Of Music PreviewWe’re talking musicals today! Samantha recommends Six, the musical about the six wives of Henry VIII, Indy goes classic with Gene Kelly’s Singin’ In The Rain, and we preview The Sound Of Music, which we will dive into next episode!
Singin’ In The Rain Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSE8sl2-PZg&ab_channel=WarnerBros.Entertainment
The Sound Of Music Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygyK0HStjwg&ab_channel=ParkCircus
Six is a British musical comedy with music, book, and...2023-11-0629 min
Crime and Coffee Couple - True Crime PodcastThe murder of Adrianne Leigh ReynoldsThis is a listener suggestion from SamanthaAllison shares the tragic story of Adrianne Leigh Reynolds, a teenager who was born in Arkansas but was later adopted by her grandfather and his wife in Texas. As Adrianne grew up, she faced various challenges due to her complex family dynamics and her desire to fit in. Unfortunately she met Cory Gregory and Sarah Kolb. Allison tells us the rest.Frownies facial patch discount:https://www.Frownies.com/discount/Crime10Support us and become a Patron! Over 30 bonus episodes:...2023-08-201h 02
ADHDAFBonus Blether: ADHD Events, Ableist Media & the next chapterSURPRISE Bonus Blether ahead of Season 2 in which we reunite The Too Much Tour Trio at Edinburgh's Royal Scots Club & are blessed by Comedian Lee Brophy's dulcet Irish tones. We're tired having partied like it's 1776 with Nicole but couldn't pass the chance for a chinwag!Topics include: plans for next season, upcoming ADHDAF events, our Anti Ableist ADHD Media Coalition, Nicole's Fringe Show, The Most ADHD Thing in real time & a plea to vote for us in The British Podcast Awards. PLEASE! CLICK HERE TO VOTE: type ADHD As Females (NOT ADHDAF) votes will not be counted unless y...2023-07-1044 min
ADHDAFEpisode 53:ONE YEAR OF ADHDAF!1 year ago today two rebels with a cause launched this podcast!In this very special episode we share our proudest moments from all of the legends who volunteered their voices for the cause. WE CANNOT SAY THANK YOU ENOUGH! And we SERIOUSLY can’t say thank you enough to all of you for listening and supporting us. Tonight we are on stage at Old Woollen in Leeds for our 1st Birthday Party extravaganza of The ‘Too Much’ Tour. Magnificent leopard print hun cake of dreams created by Fairybakes Leeds …What a way to end this monumenta...2023-05-0259 min
ADHDAFEpisode 52 - Laura & Dawn get real!1 day until we go on Tour,1 week until our 1 year anniversary of ADHDAF!This penultimate blether of Season 1 is the most ADHDAF episode of the lot!There's so much going on; including an epiphany and tears. STRAP YOURSELVES IN as we lay ourselves bare after almost falling at the final hurdle.It's time to face reality in order to give ADHDAF longevity. This year of weekly episodes (& bonuses, merchandise, tour planning, community creating and activism!) has been one hell of a ride,we honestly can't say thank you enough!EXTRA SPECIAL THANKS to Big for letting this podcast take...2023-04-251h 28