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Shawneille Campbell-Dunbar
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Laughter and Libations
Episode 110: Celebrations, Siblings, and Dad
Text comments and questions here!This episode is dedicated to my father, Larry Campbell. On the occasion of his 79th birthday, we gathered together for an entire weekend at my parents' home in Cartersville, Georgia. Yes, I was on location--in the country--for this recording. Yes, there are special guests, and you know I don't really do that! lol. It was a weekend that I'll never forget. Sitting down to have a candid Q and A session with my siblings was a first. Having our father present was a gift. Having my mother in the background w...
2025-06-29
24 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 99: Laughing Matters (November 2024)
Text comments and questions here!It's been a month of ups and downs. If you're experiencing the same thing, this episode is for you. I show you how to find joy in the same things and even the hard things. Also, I'm on location and feature a special guest! Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. Celebrations are about intentionally forming a habit of noticing and acknowledging the good in you, in your life, and in your sph...
2024-11-30
22 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 98: Make Space for Joy, Part 2
Text comments and questions here!In this episode, I share one more way I'm making space for joy. It may surprise you. It may not. This may be exactly what you need to do for yourself. Listen:Episode 96: Make Space for JoyConnect with Me: Subscribe * Follow * Rate * CommentClick the link at the top to send a text nowEnjoy reels, stories, and photos on Instagram Learn more at laughterandlibations.com
2024-11-28
13 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 97: Laughing Matters (October 2024)
Text comments and questions here!This episode reminds you to take care of yourself during this holiday season. Have a few laughs as you listen to me share my version of holiday decorating as well as a surprising goal I have for the season. The libation of the month is so delicious! It's my first gin-based libation. Try it and let me know what you think!Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. Celebrations are ab...
2024-10-31
25 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 96: Make Space for Joy
Text comments and questions here!The long holiday season can be a very challenging time for many reasons. Sometimes little, everyday things can help make space for joy. Looking for joy during times of struggle wasn't something I would've done a few years ago. It's one of the things that I've learned. I encourage you to do the same, particularly when there seems to be no joy as all. Mentions:Califia Farms Holiday NogConnect with Me: Subscribe * Follow * Rate * CommentClick the link at the t...
2024-10-31
11 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 95: Laughing Matters (September 2024)
Text comments and questions here!This month has brought us challenges associated with hurricane season, and I'm reminded to be grateful for every single day. The list of celebrations for September is long and includes my mother's birthday, Woody's birthday, and my 15th wedding anniversary! I also take time to celebrate the power of our mothers. If you need a laugh, you've come to the right place. I'm sure one of my rants (stories) will at least make you smile. Perhaps you can relate to having plans go wrong and being stuck in a...
2024-10-01
35 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 94: Whiskey Notes (Kikori)
Text comments and questions here!Whiskey tasting has never been so satisfying. This one is going to always be in my home stash! I can see myself sipping Kikori and enjoying conversations with close family and friends. It's so easy on the palate, even with the sharp heat. Try it and let me know what you think.NotesPair this minty fresh cloud with the sounds of one of my favorite artists: Little Dragon. Try this song: Layers by Little Dragon and April + Vista. Connect with M...
2024-09-29
22 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 93: Laughing Matters (August 2024)
Text comments and questions here!It's all about health this month. I'm celebrating feeling good in my body and even the experience of going through medical testing and waiting for the results. This isn't usually at the top of my list of fun things to do. It's also not fun when you run out of medication and must go through the process of renewing a prescription. Renewing a prescription is supposed to be easy. Ha! Not this time. Learn from my mistake. Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations...
2024-09-01
22 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 92: Relationships, Laughter, and Joy
Text comments and questions here!There is a connection between your relationships and the laughter and joy you experience. Perhaps you haven't thought about this. I've been thinking a lot about it lately. Who are the people in your life? How often do you interact with the people in your life? What are those interactions like? Are your interactions with others filled with laughter and joy most of the time, some of the time, or rarely? What if you discovered you rarely interact with people with whom you laugh the most? What if you discovered you...
2024-08-31
20 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 91: Laughing Matters (July 2024)
Text comments and questions here!This month has been filled with rain. I mean rain--as in rainy days. I also mean rain--as in challenges. Finding laughter and joy in the rain is no easy feat. However, it can be done, and this month offered many opportunities to practice. Sometimes, I did it. Sometimes, I didn't. Laugh along with me as I share stories about the family vacation and the rain that came with it. I'm also celebrating my maternal grandmother's birthday! Reverend Dr. Lillie Pearl Taylor is 96 years old this month! I love her leadership...
2024-08-01
38 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 90: Whiskey Notes (Watershed Distillery BIB Bourbon)
Text comments and questions here!I can't tell you how much I enjoyed this bourbon! It's a winner for me. I can see myself sitting out on the patio with music in my ears, a book in my hand, and this bourbon on my palate. Whiskey Distillery has done it again! Try it and let me know what you think. NotesPair this smooth, minty, cinnamon sweetie with the sounds of Khruangbin and Leon Bridges: Mariella.MentionsBook: Whiskey A Tasting Course by Eddie LudlowConnect...
2024-07-31
17 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 89: Laughing Matters (June 2024)
Text comments and questions here!It's summer, and I'm outside! I hope you are enjoying yourself outside this season, too. Don't you love a great festival with the beautiful people, music, food, and libations? I do! I do! Except when the unexpected shows up and stops the fun. That's exactly what happened to me this month. I share all the details. Listen and let me know about festivals in the Atlanta area that might work for me :) Please, help! Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, a...
2024-06-30
32 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 88: Mid-Year Check-In
Text comments and questions here!Did you set goals for the year? If you did, now is a great time to stop and check in on your progress for the year. Take a few moments to see if you're on track or not. I offer a quick way to do it. You know I like to keep things simple and effective. Perhaps you'll find that you are right where you need to be. If not, this is your chance to make changes. That's what I'm doing during this episode. Let's check in together and then keep moving...
2024-06-29
14 min
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Episode 87: Laughing Matters (May 2024)
Text comments and questions here!This month the importance of resilience is on my mind. Why? Because change is all around and it's not going to stop. We have to figure out how to be with change. Rants include a new take on a veggie burger and Part 3 of "Those people who don't know how to act in public." I wrap up with a question for you. Send your response and you could be featured in an upcoming episode. Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of...
2024-06-01
23 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 86: Slowing Down
Text comments and questions here!What happened to the peace I experienced while on vacation? Why does it feel like I never took a vacation at all? If you know what I'm talking about, raise your hand. I've been going and going, and I don't want to keep going at the same pace. An adjustment is needed and slowing down and creating more space for peace seems to be the way to go. If you need to do the same thing, I have an idea that I think can help. Mentions:CancunCartersvilleStatesboro...
2024-05-30
17 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 85: Laughing Matters (April 2024)
Text comments and questions here!I'm celebrating friendship! Shout out to Jackie, Tykeysha, Annette, Bland, Cassandra, Chris, Deb, and Janine! Hugs to my entire circle of friends! This is a reminder to show your friends some love. Gather together and enjoy a great homemade sangria! Last month I found myself acting out over spoons, forks, and knives. This time it's all about coffee machines! It's all Woody's fault! Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. Celebrations are abou...
2024-05-01
32 min
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Episode 84: Whiskey Notes (Bushmills Single Malt Irish Whiskey)
Text comments and questions here!This one is a keeper for me! I had fun tasting it neat and with two drops of water. I meant to add one drop. However, my technique was off :) So two drops made it into the glass instead of one. It worked out. I think I liked it even more. Check out the review. NotesPair this vanilla and cinnamon slow heat whiskey with the sounds of Darryl Hall and John Oates: Sara Smile.MentionsEpisode 46: Whiskey Notes (Uncle Nearest )Episode 66: Whiskey...
2024-04-30
11 min
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Episode 83: Laughing Matters (March 2024)
Text comments and questions here!Have you ever been out somewhere and witnessed people acting crazy? Of course you have been in this situation. We all have been there. Well, this time it was me and my husband, Woody. It was mostly him, LoL Okay, I contributed to the madness. Get ready to laugh. Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. Celebrations are about intentionally forming a habit of noticing and acknowledging the good in you, in your life, an...
2024-03-31
29 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 82: Don't Wait for Joy
Text comments and questions here!Who wants to wait for joy? Not me! Yet, I found myself doing this. I was waiting for conditions to be just right--the perfect time, the perfect place, etc. Seeking perfection can be a real bummer! I was waiting for the perfect conditions to allow myself to do the things I enjoy. Why? In this episode, I share a few examples of how I've let opportunities to increase joy slip right by me. I also share how small adjustments can help ensure this doesn't continue to happen. Listen and see i...
2024-03-22
14 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 81: Laughing Matters (February 2024)
Text comments and questions here!Feelings. Skating. Mediocrity. Music. In this episode, I talk about identifying feelings, why I waited to lace up and skate, my rejection of mediocrity, and how music can bring you joy. Laughing Matters features the end-of-the-month highlights and includes four segments: celebrations, libation of the month, rants, and questions and answers. Celebrations are about intentionally forming a habit of noticing and acknowledging the good in you, in your life, and in your sphere of influence. The libation of the month is based on whatever I fan...
2024-03-01
30 min
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Episode 80: Matters of the Heart
Text comments and questions here!February is a short month when a lot of things happen. See the list below for a few things to know. Valentine's Day was last week. You couldn't miss it with all of the advertisements everywhere. I tried to delete every email I could. LoL. However, there was one email that caught my attention. It reminded me that February is American Heart Month. What an important reminder! You and I know that matters of the heart aren't to be ignored. So let's talk about a few ways to show your heart some...
2024-02-25
10 min
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Episode 79: Laughing Matters (January 2024)
Text comments and questions here!Welcome to Season 4 of the podcast! Yay! I'm still celebrating three years of podcasting! I'm excited to kick-off the new season with this end-of-the-month episode. I try a new libation and of course, it's made with champagne. I did say I'm still celebrating. Therefore, there must be champagne! My timing may not be the best though. It is still Dry January, which I rant about this month. Then, I wrap up with 2024 goals. Now it's your turn to set your goals for 2024. Spoiler alert! My daily laughter goal is 35 this y...
2024-02-01
32 min
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Episode 78: New Year, Bumpy Start
Text comments and questions here!Happy New Year! It's a new year, a new cycle. It's also January 27th and the Laughter and Libations Podcast is 3-years old today! I'm smiling right now, and this is amazing! Listen, 2024 is coming in hot! It's been a bumpy start for me--a family crisis plus health challenges. When life gets hard, it helps to know what you need to keep moving forward. I found out what I need, and I encourage you to do the same thing for yourself. Life is full of highs, lows, and everything in...
2024-01-27
27 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 77: Bye Bye 2023
Text comments and questions here!It's New Year's Eve! This is the final episode for 2023! It's time to reflect on the year's experiences, get deep into gratitude, and celebrate being here and being you. Get ready mix! Grab your shaker. Grab two shakers if you can. It's a side-by-side tasting. I'll guide you through it step-by-step. It's worth it!Get ready to laugh!I share the most embarrassing experience I had while lounging poolside. I wrap up by answering the question I knew I...
2023-12-31
34 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 76: Keep Moving Forward
Text comments and questions here!If you are working on setting your goals for 2024, this episode is perfect for you. Even if you have done it already, listen and be inspired! (LoL). With only five days left this year, there's still time to reflect on 2023 and prepare for 2024. I share three tips to help you get on with it and keep moving forward!Mentions:Wine:LaMarca Prosecco Listen: If you need more guidance on a process you can use to set your goals for 2024, y...
2023-12-28
15 min
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Episode 75: Laughing Matters (November 2023)
Text comments and questions here!Ask me what I'm listening to, looking at, and reading these days. Ask me. It's all related to the holidays. It can't be helped. There are aspects to this time of year that appeal to me. Cheerful music. Twinkling lights. Sentimental movies. Time with family and friends. Reminders to enjoy everyday!There have been some funny moments this month. I share a few. I laugh a lot. I hope you will, too. The libation of the month feature non-dairy nog (a favorite). Rants cover food and decorations with a heavy...
2023-12-01
24 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 74: Do You Dread This Time Of Year?
Text comments and questions here!It's the holiday season again, and I have a question for you. Do you look forward to this time of year or do you dread it? There are many reasons to look forward to it and just as many reasons to wish you could avoid it. Either way, it's important to be true to yourself and take care of yourself. Mentions:Coffee:Toro by Devoción CoffeeListen:Episode 72: Burnout Again?Connect wi...
2023-11-29
15 min
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Episode 73: Laughing Matters (October 2023)
Text comments and questions here!October is when it feels like we're turning from summer to fall and then back again. It's an in-between time. Nevertheless, I mix up a libation with fall flavors. Try it and let me know what you think. This is also when homecoming festivities happen at many of Atlanta's colleges and universities. I celebrate my journey from my time at Georgia Tech to now. I rant about finding the right shoes for homecoming activities, and you may be surprised to learn that Halloween isn't on my list of favorite holidays. I...
2023-11-01
23 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 72: Burnout Again?
Text comments and questions here!Burnout is back again this year. I can't believe this is where I am when I intentionally did everything I could not to end up here. I tried to avoid it. I thought I was doing so well. However, I was wrong. Burnout showed up, and I wasn't ready. I didn't pause. I didn't slow down! I didn't check-in with myself. In this episode I share my own signs of burnout. Then, I talk about the steps I'm taking to address it.Mentions:Whiskey:
2023-10-26
14 min
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Episode 71: Laughing Matters (September 2023)
Text comments and questions here!September was full of birthday celebrations and my anniversary, too! I talk about how I found much to celebrate even during a very tough time. The libation of the month is a classic! If you like tequila, this one is for you. Then, I share a rant (story) about my weird relationship with time and my need to have everything just so. That means clean and orderly. You learn what happens when I'm faced with the opposite. Let me know if you can relate (or not). LoLLaughing Matters is...
2023-10-01
29 min
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Episode 70: Lessons Learned From Tough Times
Text comments and questions here!Tough times do come around and for me, it's been since late July. Every time the phone rings or a text message pops up, I cringe a little because serious challenges have surfaced in the lives of family and friends in my circle. These challenges relate to health and the loss of loved ones, and there are far too many to count. In this episode, I share my experiences with feeling stuck, sad, and scared and not being able to get to joy. This is not easy to talk about. I a...
2023-09-28
16 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 69: Laughing Matters (August 2023)
Text comments and questions here!What are you celebrating this month? I'm celebrating friendship! I had a chance to travel to Dallas, Texas and visit friends. So I have a lot to share about the hotel, the libations, the food, and the heat! If you can't stand 107 degrees, you may want to visit at another time of the year. I also tell you about a little something that's been bothering me all summer long--gnats. It's been a real battle in this house, and I think I'm the winner. Go ahead and make the libation of the month...
2023-09-01
24 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 68: Move Towards Joy
Text comments and questions here!"Move towards joy. Don’t wait for something to happen or be a certain way.” This is the quote that I posted on Instagram earlier this month. In this episode, I share more about what I mean and what it could mean to you. Do you want to wait around for joy? I don't, and you don't have to either. You can intentionally move towards joy--physically, mentally, and emotionally. Mentions:Whiskey:Kaigan Japanese WhiskyWhiskey Notes Episode #8 (Check it out on Instagram)Lis...
2023-08-31
18 min
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Episode 67: Laughing Matters (July 2023)
Text comments and questions here!This month I remind you to do what's best for you. Some may talk about you, and it may not be flattering . It's okay. Celebrate you anyway! If you drink sake, you might enjoy this month's libation. Get your shaker and muddler for this one! I rant about the strangest things I saw recently on Peachtree in Atlanta. Drivers are pretty funny here. Then, I share something I learned about my favorite snack food--popcorn--and wrap up with an answer to a question about how I used laughter to deal with a difficult si...
2023-08-01
26 min
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Episode 66: Whiskey Notes (Shibui Grain Select Whisky)
Text comments and questions here!Hi Whiskey Lovers! I'm bringing the Whiskey Notes series back to the podcast, finally. It's been a while. I know. Nevertheless, it's here now. If you don't know, I'm still new to whiskey. If you're new to whiskey, this series is for you. Ask a question. Suggest a whiskey for me to taste on a future episode. If you're an expert on whiskey, share your experiences, tips, and recommendations. I'm open to suggestions!Featured WhiskeyShibui Grain Select WhiskyMentionsEpisode 46: Whiskey No...
2023-07-30
12 min
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Episode 65: Laughing Matters (June 2023)
Text comments and questions here!We are halfway through 2023, and I encourage you to stop, do a self-check, and celebrate being you right here, right now. I'm not talking about your accomplishments. I'm sure your accomplishments are exceptional. However, I'm talking about you. In this episode, I ask you to identify at least one thing you can celebrate about you. We're in the summer season! Light, bubbly libations are my go-to. The libation of the month is definitely a treat. Listen and mix at the same time. I think you're love it. I'm on...
2023-07-01
25 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 64: Mid-Year Check-In
Text comments and questions here!It's time for a self-assessment, and mid-year is the perfect time to do it. You set your daily laughter goal at the beginning of the year, you focused on it, and now it's time to check-in with yourself. There's no judgement here. It's just a bit of accountability. You've got this! In this episode, I share my approach to doing a quick self-assessment. I share my starting point at the beginning of the year and where I am now. I also talk about the six actions I committed to taking...
2023-06-30
15 min
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Episode 63: Laughing Matters (May 2023)
Text comments and questions here!This month was full of fellowship for me. I was out and about more than usual, and I share those wonderful experiences. I also rant about my worst hotel stay ever at The Starling Atlanta Midtown Curio Collection by Hilton. If you're planning to visit Midtown Atlanta, know before you go! I also try a wine spritzer for a second time. The first time wasn't so great. This recipe is so much better. Try it and let me know what you think. I wrap up with encouragement for a listener, who is...
2023-06-01
23 min
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Episode 62: Acceptance and Joy
Text comments and questions here!When people show you who they are, what is your response? Do you accept it or do you wish for something else? If you find yourself wishing people are different than they actually are, this episode is for you. It's a reminder to accept people as they are and not as you wish them to be. It's a reminder that spending your time wishing, waiting, and trying to make people different than they are can lead to so many things that are the opposite of joy. You can choose acceptance and then m...
2023-05-30
19 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 61: Laughing Matters (April 2023)
Text comments and questions here!I've been thinking about my relationship with the young people in my life lately, and I share a change I'm making to hopefully enhance my interactions. Perhaps you'll be inspired to do something similar. The libation of the month is another experiment! I make a single serving of rum punch using the strawberry syrup I'm made myself. Try it and let me know what you think. I'm open to suggestions. Rants cover an update on my toe nail saga! Remember that whole experience from last fall? I also give you a glimpse o...
2023-04-30
24 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 60: How To Create Your Daily (Laughter) Flow
Text comments and questions here!This episode gives you a step-by-step guide on how to create a daily flow that will support your daily laughter goal for the year. If you already have a daily flow or daily routine, that's not a problem. You may only need to make a few small changes to it. Follow the short exercise, and by the end of the episode, you will have what you need to continue (or perhaps start) your journey to increase laughter and joy in your life. Grab your pen and paper or favorite electronic device and l...
2023-04-28
27 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 59: Laughing Matters (March 2023)
Text comments and questions here!I open this episode with a reminder for you to take time to check-in with yourself. We're often very busy. However, it's still important to stop and check-in. The libation of the month is great for the upcoming hot weather. Think strawberry lemonade except it's not that at all. It's whiskey-based. I share one long rant (story) about how my patience is being tested as I wait on a table and chairs for the dining room. Q&A features a question from a listener who wants to laugh more but takes the se...
2023-04-01
22 min
Laughter and Libations
Episode 58: Tips To Help You Focus On Your Goal
Text comments and questions here!This is the follow-up episode to #56. In this episode I dive a little deeper into the three steps you need to take to start your journey to increase laughter and joy in your life. I share more about what I'm doing to reset this year, and I reveal a couple of secrets along the way. I even sing a little for you--well for me, really. In any case, I was in a singing mood. Mentions:Coffee:Kenyan Dark Roast (from the Dekalb Farmers Market)
2023-03-29
17 min
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Episode 57: Laughing Matters (February 2023)
Text comments and questions here!This episode includes a reminder of why celebrating is a good habit to have and an explanation of why I recommend setting a daily laughter goal. All I want to say about the libation of the month is that I made it up! I think it worked out well, and you'll love sipping while you listen to my stories (rants) about memorable experiences at neighborhood stores. I'm sure you can relate to some of it. I can't be the only one! Scroll down for the question of the month and go to...
2023-03-01
27 min