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Inspirational Women4/13/25 - Annette SmileyAnnette Smiley, Director of Women and Children's Shelter at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission, shares stories and information about the various services her organization provides to our unhoused neighbors. 1300 Easter baskets are being given to the neighbors, as part of an invitation to the Mission's Easter celebration. Annette tells of the daily meals served to special events and programs that offer hope to men, women and families. Annette's messages come with a strong authenticity as she shares her personal experience, the kind that speaks volumes. And Annette understands so much of the pain that exists, and that there is redemption and...
2025-04-1329 minInspirational Women4/6/25 - Tanisia MooreTanisia Moore is a USA Today best-selling author who provides us with a special lens to share experiences of black culture. Through that, it's easy to see similarities and appreciate differences, all important to create a beautifully diverse world. Tanisia's newest book is "Wash Day Love," illustrated beautifully by Raissa Figueroa. We see a story that involves multiple generations and the love and support that comes from them.https://tanisiamoore.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-04-0629 minInspirational Women3/30/25 - Delores DavisDelores Davis is a great woman to wrap up Women's History Month with a 'bow' of living one's best life to the fullest. At age 95, Delores continues to be active and involved in her community. Delores gave more than 30 years of her life as a Social Worker supporting children in foster care. She was also a devoted mother of six, who she raised alone following the death of her husband. It was this early loss that would ultimately lead Delores to essentially a new career, as a writing instructor and author. Since the younger children had little memory of thei...
2025-03-3031 minInspirational Women3/23/25 - Judith HightowerJudith Hightower is a retired Seattle Municipal Court Judge having served for 24 years. Her journey to the bench is both winding and interesting and is a lot of the reason for the compassionate heart she had for the people, the human beings who appeared before her in court. In sharing her story, she invites us to look at our motivations, our role in life. And we discuss the 2021 movie Don't Look Up, which has too many parallels to our life. The YWCA April 25 event Judy mentions during this program is entitled "Until Justice Just Is: Immigration Myth vs F...
2025-03-2329 minInspirational Women3/16/25 - Jenny MitchellJenny Mitchell is the Chief Visionary Officer of Chavender, where she works closely with not-for-profit leaders to change the world one mission at a time. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach, fundraising professional, and author of an important book on women's leadership told through the experiences of twelve individuals in those key roles, entitled "Embracing Ambition: Empowering Women to Step Out, Be Seen, & Lead." This is an important lesson in everything about leadership, through someone truly genuine like Jenny.https://chavender.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
2025-03-1629 minInspirational Women3/9/25 - Colleen BennettColleen Bennett's story reflects a dedication to learning and experiencing new adventures. For her, they stem from walking through new open doors, all of which influencing a valiant and researched decision to take a different life direction. Having a strong self-belief, and a bucket load of persistence are also good qualities. Colleen is an interior designer, business leader, and entrepreneur, building businesses to support other women, encouraging ideas others bring to her. Colleen is also a dedicated mother and shares some insight about a daughter who has been diagnosed with epilepsy. Another new journey in itself, as we approach Ep...
2025-03-0928 minInspirational Women3/2/25 - Sheryl Kurland & Bette Anne LeiderSheryl Kurland, and her 93-year-young mother Bette Anne Leider, are celebrating International Women's Day, March 8th, with Lipstick! 8 years ago, Sheryl founded the non-profit 'Find Your Fabulosity' and has helped boost the morale of more than 108,000 domestic violence victims across the US. $2 million worth of lipsticks have made their way to women who are working to rebuild their lives. And it's been amazing to Sheryl to see what a difference this can and does make. It did begin decades ago with her mother, Bette Anne, who said to her: "Sheryl, if you want to feel better, just go put on...
2025-03-0230 minInspirational Women2/23/25 - Lee McGrath + Hana & Ali HooperCardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women. The American Heart Association does the critical work year-round of education and fund-raising to save lives through research and support. On March 6th, the Go Red for Women Experience is one such major fund raiser. Chairwoman Lee McGrath provides some insights, including her personal experience with heart disease. Lee also is a great model of what it means to volunteer with and support this important nonprofit organization. Hana Hooper is the 2024 Woman of Impact winner and is a keynote speaker at the Go Red for Women Experience on Mar...
2025-02-2331 minInspirational Women2/16/25 - Dr. Supatra TovarDr. Supatra Tovar is a clinical psychologist, a registered dietitian and fitness expert, and author of "Deprogram Diet Culture: Rethink Your Relationship with Food, Heal Your Mind, And Live a Diet-Free Life." This title captures the essence of Dr. Tovar's integrative health approach. It follows the evolution of her personal journey of finding that fitness required good nutrition, starting her path to the world of nutrition, to fitness, to psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology - the combination of all resulting in mental wellness supported by physical fitness and good health. Dr. Tovar has important comments on the curre...
2025-02-1630 minInspirational Women2/9/25 - Corrine CavanaughCorinne Cavanaugh is a locally based author of the "Audacious" book series; the 3rd and last of which, titled "Audacious Love," is ideal for Valentine's Day. Corinne has had careers in marketing, training, and as a professor, and then decided she had stories to tell, topics to explore. Her experiences are a motivation to consider what we may have dreamed of doing, that idea explored most empathically in this trilogy. Her website offers access to her blog and newsletters, with regular updates on her vision to see the Audacious books for a TV adaptation. www.auda...
2025-02-0930 minInspirational Women2/2/25 - Go Red for Women: Cynthia Granada and Dr. Ruchi KapoorFriday, February 7 is National Wear Red Day - a day to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease, the #1 killer of Women. 2 wonderful women, both Go Red for Women Ambassadors bring important insights. Cynthia Granada experienced a stroke a few years ago and her emotional story reminds us that stroke pays no attention to age or gender. Cynthia is committed to bringing all the awareness she can to living a healthy life and to the signs of stroke. Ruchi Kapoor, MD, PhD is a cardiologist with UW Medicine and is a board member for the American Heart Association in the Puget Sound...
2025-02-0230 minInspirational Women1/26/25 - Jane Lee RankinJane Lee Rankin shares insights from her memoir "Farm Family: A Solo Mom's Memoir of Finding Home, Happiness, and Alpacas." As Lee shares her experiences, her dreams, and the value of trusting her intuition, we find her the reasoning in her choosing to be a single mom, and to create a farm that has been fulfilling for her, her son, her community and then some. Apple Hill Farm is an award-winning first-generation farm in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, and it's an agritourism destination for people from across the country and elsewhere. And Lee points out, it's never to...
2025-01-2630 minInspirational Women1/19/25 - Arndrea Waters KingArndrea Waters King is a passionate and compassionate leader, dedicated to making the world a better place. Together with her husband, Martin Luther King III, Marc Keilburger, and Craig Keilburger, they have written a great new book with stories and ideas about our own legacy, and the ways we can further build a strong community, the Beloved Community that Dr. King envisioned. The book is "What is My Legacy? Realizing a New Dream of Connection, Love and Fulfillment," with many essays from celebrities and thought leaders, who provide ideas on actions we can take in our own lives. Arndrea rem...
2025-01-1930 minInspirational Women1/12/25 - Julie PotikerJulie Potiker is a mindfulness expert and author of "SNAP! From Chaos to Calm." She is a member of the teaching team at UCSD Center for Mindfulness. Learning and incorporating mindfulness into our lives is a great plan anytime but is a perfect fit for the beginning of a new year, with great new energy. Julie gives us ideas and practices for using mindfulness to overcome the stresses and anxieties that can crowd our life - anger, anxiety, parenting, political strife and disaster. Julie found this for her own life's healing more than a decade ago, so this training co...
2025-01-1231 minInspirational Women1/5/25 - Ali KatzAli Katz is a lawyer, and the founder and CEO of Personal Family Law. Speaking from personal experience of philosophy put into action, Ali provides a fundamental look at life, and at death. She encourages us to see the opportunities in conflict, the lessons to emerge that guide us in living our best life, to be more of who we really are. Also to be aware there is an end time, so embrace it all. Ali offers some great guidance in creating our legacy with a series of podcasts.www.thealikatz.comSee Privacy Policy at https...
2025-01-0531 minInspirational Women12/29/24 - Caroline ToppermanCaroline Topperman is an interesting and inspiring woman - an entrepreneur, a writer who at heart is a storyteller, one from a long line of storytellers. As discovered in insights from her newest book, entitled "Your Roots Cast a Shadow," a hopefulness emerges, that we are inspired to do some seeking of our own roots, and maybe not necessarily write a book, but find out about our past, and share it with our family. It is a great gift.www.carolinetopperman.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...
2024-12-2931 minInspirational Women12/22/24 - Corinne CavanaughCorinne Cavanaugh writes contemporary fiction novels for book club readers. Corinne holds a master’s degree in international relations from Harvard University and has had a career in marketing. Now as she mothers her toddlers, she finds a perfect outlet in writing to explore topics of women's empowerment. She brings us her second book "An Audacious Partnership," delving into an evolving friendship and partnership of two women creating an amazing business in NYC.www.corinnecavanaugh.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-12-2231 minInspirational Women12/15/24 - Heidi Posnien and Rhonda LauritzenHeidi Posnien and Rhonda Lauritzen speak about Heidi's life as a child in Berlin during WWII. This is the 80th anniversary of the beginning of that war. Rhonda had learned about Heidi who lived near her, and being an author spent time hearing Heidi's story and together they present the book "A Child in Berlin: The Poignant Story of Heidi Posnien and her Mother During the Fall of Germany." Heidi has had an incredible life and is another testament to living life to the fullest each day, even now in her 89th year.www.evalogue.lifeS...
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Listen & Learn (or Not)Jingle Jangle Jason KelceWarm 106.9 is playing Christmas music! After all, it is the Christmas station. Afternoon traffic reporter/night time jock Laurie tells us about some of the new holiday songs out this year -- one of them by Jason Kelce and Stevie Nicks?! Oh it's true. Find out what she thinks of their new song, as well as the audio books she's been into lately. Also, Claire brings "Balki" of Perfect Strangers back in our lives. Anna got to catch Adele in concert during her Las Vegas residency. The opening act was Jason Kelce with his Christmas music set list.....or...
2024-12-1026 minInspirational Women12/8/24 - Ami CullenAmi Cullen is a former corporate law attorney who always had a deep connection with horses, going back to her earliest riding lessons. As an adult, a week's visit at a dude ranch brought the passion to surface again. Now, Ami is the Director of Equestrian Operations and oversees all aspects of the C Lazy U Ranch's Equine Program. This is an important story about following our passions to live a fulfilling life. Ami captures this part of the story along with putting the spotlight on the October 2020 devastating fire in Colorado where she, with community support, saved 200 horses in t...
2024-12-0831 minInspirational Women12/1/24 - Jeanette ThebeauJeanette Thebeau is the Executive Director and Chief Acceleration Officer for IWL Foundation (Integrating Women Leaders). Jeanette and her team have done a ton of research, and it's culminated in a White paper "It's Not Just 16 Cents: A New Look at What the Gender Wage Gap Really Means for Women". Important to keep in mind, it's not just for and about women of course, but really for society overall.www.iwlfoundation.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-12-0131 minInspirational Women11/24/24 - Kyla Cain, Issaquah Reindeer FestivalKyla Cain is Education Curator at the Cougar Mountain Zoo, and she brings a sleigh-full of great information about the Issaquah Reindeer Festival, happening throughout the month of December, where and while the magic is in full force. Santa, his reindeer and loyal elves are all there, making for a memorable event, and a great gift. And a zoo membership can be that special gift that can truly last all year long. Tickets are available for pre-purchase and provide ease in your full experience.www.cougarmountainzoo.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
2024-11-2430 minInspirational Women11/17/24 - Sandy RobertsonSandy Robertson, RN, MSN, PH-CNS, is an author and Board-Certified Holistic Nurse (HN-BC). For the past 25 years, she has been a notable corporate and healthcare systems manager/leader/educator of wellness and obesity programs. Sandy has a new book entitled "Why Am I Eating This?," an empowering book which provides us with 7 Simple Steps for Transforming our relationship with food, the first step being mindfulness. Sandy shares her personal experience with food and eating, along with some client cases and a solid foundation for making real lasting change in our own lives - especially as this big eating holiday season...
2024-11-1730 minInspirational Women11/10/24 - Janet SherlundJanet Sherlund is the author of "Abandoned at Birth: Searching for the Arms that Once Held Me." Janet is an adoptee, and her book chronicles the deeply heartfelt rigors of her life's experience. The key element we all stand to gain from her text should be a clearer, more profound understanding of adoption in our world from an adoptee's perspective, appreciating the good home she had but still feeling an empty spot within her. www.abandonedatbirthbook.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-11-1030 minInspirational Women11/3/24 (Part 2) - Shanisty IrelandShanisty Ireland is a food and lifestyle influencer and a mom of 5 active kiddos. She talks holiday fun and decorating, a focus on Friendsgiving, and shares some simple recipes and entertaining ideas.On socials @ShanistyIrelandSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-11-0315 minInspirational Women11/3/24 (Part 1) - Dr. Rosha McCoyDr. Rosha McCoy is a Senior Director for Advancing Clinical Leadership & Quality with the Association of American Medical Colleges. She brings the latest information on vaccines, the covid-19 and RSV.www.vaccinevoices.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-11-0315 minInspirational Women10/27/24 - Linda MoranLinda Moran is the author of The Perks of Hospice: Stories of Love, Life, and Loss. Linda fills the book with intimate personal stories as well as practical checklists for those facing similar journeys. Linda was married to Dean for 45 years and they did everything together, especially in their two decades as fiber artists, experimenting with an ancient paper process on fabric. Their art provided a needed respite from medical reality and helped them create a lasting legacy at the end of their lives together. For over two years, including through the pandemic, they were cared for by an amazi...
2024-10-2731 minInspirational Women10/20/24 - Lucy AsheLucy Ashe is an English and Drama teacher based in New York City and is also an author whose newest historical novel is "The Sleeping Beauties." Before moving onto teaching, Lucy trained at the Royal Ballet School in London, and the rigors of that training factor largely in her writing. Lucy wonderfully weaves the story of ballet and the arts during WWII, with variations of the Sleeping Beauty fairytale. The interweaving of 3 generations of women is a compelling story within Lucy's manuscript.www.lucyashe.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...
2024-10-2030 minInspirational Women10/13/23 - Sharon LechterSharon Lechter is a renowned financial literacy expert and New York Times best-selling author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad" and "How Money Works for Women." Sharon is also a motivational speaker with a focus on navigating the tumultuous landscape around us, particularly as Election Day draws close. Sharon has a list of 8 considerations for our lives to help us feel more balanced and peaceful at any time, regardless of stress. A few of these thoughts: Control what you can. Educate yourself. Set boundaries with family and friends. Spend time in Nature. Breathe.www.sharonlechter.com See Pr...
2024-10-1331 minInspirational Women10/6/24 - Patti Wukovits and Dr. Mary Beth Koslap-PetracoPatti Wukovits, BSN, RN is Co-Executive Director, and also a cofounder, of the American Society for Meningitis Prevention. Patti's 17-year-old daughter Kimberley died of meningitis just a week before her high school graduation. She was instrumental in co-founding the group alongside Alicia Stillman, another mother whose teen daughter died of meningitis. Dr. Mary Beth Koslap-Petraco is Medical Council for the Society and is a vaccine expert. World Meningitis Day is October 5, and this week we learn more about this life-threatening bacterial infection. While it can affect all age groups, adolescents and young adults are among the high-risk groups. It can kil...
2024-10-0630 minInspirational Women9/29/24 - Liz KleinrockLiz Kleinrock is an antibias/antiracist educator, consultant, and facilitator for schools, organizations, and companies across the country. She is a transracial adoptee, born in South Korea and raised in Washington DC, and has written a number of relevant books marking and teaching her experiences. She joins us this week to discuss her latest book, written in collaboration with Caroline Kusin Pritchard, titled "What Jewish Looks Like," and shares the stories of 38 Jewish leaders, including actor and activist Marlee Matlin, actress and entrepreneur Tracee Ellis Ross (daughter of Diana Ross), and cookbook writer and cultural anthropologist Claudia Roden.
2024-09-2930 minInspirational Women9/22/24 - Geri SpielerGeri Spieler is an investigative journalist and award-winning speaker. She is also an author, whose latest book "Regina of Warsaw" speaks to personal experience in a historical fiction based on the life of her grandmother, Regina. As a young woman with a toddler son, she made the courageous decision to leave Poland prior to WW1, due to the violence erupting against Jewish citizens. Many members of her family died due to antisemitic acts. It's important to understand history and see our role and the actions we need to take.www.gerispieler.com See Privacy Policy at...
2024-09-2232 minInspirational Women9/15/24 - Blake RabinowitzBlake Rabinowitz is a 16-year-old poet, an author who has already published a book of poetry serving as a tool to help others, teens and adults alike. Blake has in fact done so with teens in school classrooms, and also has held workshops at senior centers. Using writing and journaling, Blake encourages us to write ourselves; to release the burdens we carry within, and to become who we are meant to be in this world. Blake began this writing in an English class, during her first year of high school. From there, it has fostered this new book entitled "Advi...
2024-09-1531 minInspirational Women9/8/24 - J.A. JanceJ.A. Jance is a best-selling mystery writer whose career spans decades, and her main characters keep pace with the decades that they have been her creation. One of these key characters is a private investigator, retired homicide cop J.P. 'Beau' Beaumont. Jance makes her home in the Puget Sound, the setting for Beau's life and work. In the latest entry of this gut-clenching suspense series, "Den of Iniquity," Beau and his wife get an unexpected visit from his 17-year-old grandson whose parents have separated. Beau also helps a friend and colleague with a suspicious fentanyl overdose victim. T...
2024-09-0831 minInspirational Women9/1/24 - Dr. Helen McKibbenDr. Helen McKibben is a seasoned clinical therapist with over 35 years of experience. She holds a doctorate in psychology, as well as national certification from the National Board of Certified Counseling. She uses neuroscience to help people retrain their brains to make better choices, trust those decisions, and erase self-doubt. Details of this can be found in Dr. McKibben's important new book "Drop: Making Great Decisions," where she introduces a groundbreaking technique for overcoming emotional triggers and making better life choices.www.helenmckibben.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...
2024-09-0131 minInspirational Women8/25/24 - Dr. Julie GatzaDr. Julie Gatza is a nutritional educator, and one of the nation's top chiropractic physicians with more than 30 years of clinical practice. In that time, as a co-founder of the Florida Wellness Institute, she has assisted thousands of patients in resolving a wide variety of physical ailments. Using her understanding of the nervous system, nutrition, and alternative therapies, Dr. Julie’s mission with each patient is to enhance the body's potential to heal itself. A key area of good health is our gut, and Dr. Julie takes us into a great virtual classroom about this important area of our bod...
2024-08-2530 minInspirational Women8/18/24 - Karin SlaughterKarin Slaughter is a best-selling author, considered one of the world's most popular storytellers. She's been on the NY Times best-seller's list more than 20 times, with her reach going global. Her Will Trent series of novels is as you might deduct, the source for the hit TV series of the same name starring Ramon Rodriguez. The days keep counting down until the 3rd season begins, and it still feels too far away. A good way to fill the time is to read Karin's newest release "This Is Why We Lied: A Will Trent Thriller." Karin's story-telling skills are in high...
2024-08-1829 minInspirational Women8/11/24 - Maisha HoustonMaisha Houston is the Director of Human Resources for the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle and joins us this week to provide details of the growth of this invaluable non-profit in our Puget Sound area. Both in staffing and in the overall increase of supportive and relevant programs in Education, Public Health, Housing, Advocacy & Civic Engagement, and Workforce Development. These important programs, many of which maintain a critical focus on young people, can use both volunteer and financial support.www.urbanleague.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...
2024-08-1130 minInspirational Women8/4/24 - Rupa MehtaRupa Mehta is a teacher, entrepreneur, author, fitness expert and wellness pioneer. She is the creator of the Nalini Method and founder of the nonprofit NaliniKIDS, both based on Rupa’s wellness philosophy that true health is achieved by being both emotionally and physically fit. Rupa has created Oopa's World of Words with a focus on early childhood, combining movement and reflection with language and literacy skills. To date, there are 100 words which can be accessed on the website. Rupa has published over 40 books as part of a robust SEL curriculum spanning PK-12 grade levels. These programs are so ho...
2024-08-0431 minInspirational Women7/28/24 - Christina SauerChristina Sauer is an associate editor for National Geographic Kids Books. An avid supporter of STEAM education, Christina has had the privilege of creating children’s media for Disney Junior and NASA. She’s edited numerous titles including the Go Wild! series and National Geographic Readers. Her current book, which is great fun for all ages and supports some healthy activity, is "Can't Get Enough Horse Stuff." Families will find a lot of entertainment with this book. www.kids.nationalgeographic.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...
2024-07-2831 minInspirational Women7/21/24 - Suzanne MaggioSuzanne Maggio is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with families on connections, and now lectures at the university level in Psychology, Counseling and Social Work. Suzanne is also an author, sharing insights from her latest book "Estrellas: Moments of Illumination Along El Camino de Santiago." It's a powerful, personal journey and Suzanne weaves it into life experiences we might all encounter, and how we learn and grow from them, while finding our spark.Www.suzannemaggio.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...
2024-07-2130 minInspirational Women7/14/24 - Corinne CavanaughCorinne Cavanaugh is a local author who brings us a great book club read, but really a great 'anytime' read. Corrine takes us on an adventurous journey of provocative subjects such as: feminism, activism, gender norms, crime, death, grief and a mix of these in a setting that presents looking at life and living and situations in new and creative ways.https://corinnecavanaugh.com/book-club-fiction/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-07-1431 minInspirational Women7/7/24 - Cheryl PatellaCheryl Patella M.S. has over 15 certifications as a Trainer and Life Coach, and can accommodate most clients' restrictions and limitations by utilizing a variety of modalities including water, plyometrics, Pilates, free weights, stretching, strength equipment, bands, spinning, and walking. Cheryl is passionate about helping others and has co-founded a women's residential recovery center, The Agape Women's Center. And she has a new book, The 21st Century Woman, about recovering from bad choices or the results of being handed bad circumstances in life. www.cherylapatella.com FB: /TotalConditioningLLC IG: @cherylpatellaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.co...
2024-07-0732 minInspirational Women6/30/24 - B. Rosemary GrantB. Rosemary Grant, a biologist and author, shares her story that encourages all of us to avoid putting limitations, such as age, on what we can do with our life. Along with her husband, a fellow biologist, Rosemary raised 2 daughters, continued her education, performed firsthand research in the Galapagos, and earned her PhD at age 49. She shares all these experiences in her engaging new book "One Step Sideways, Three Steps Forward." We are the authors of our own life. https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691260594/one-step-sideways-three-steps-forwardSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...
2024-06-3031 minInspirational Women6/23/24 - Shannon TaylorShannon Taylor is one half of a team who created a new business that is a great help for parents of young children, even other family members. Legacy Bundles is a "Bundle Swap" of clothing items for kids 's up to 5 years of age. It is so sustainable for the planet and saves parents in time and energy that's spent on shopping for kids in that age group. Bundles of gently used clothing are sent via a free mailer, with the same number of gently used items returned in selected styles and sizes for boys and girls. The origin c...
2024-06-2330 minInspirational Women6/16/24 - Linda BroennimanLinda Broenniman was raised a church-going Catholic, only to uncover a long-hidden family secret that her father was Jewish. Thus began a multi-year journey of discovery and research, tracing the family back eight generations to a lineage established in Budapest, Hungary. One that includes Adam Politzer, the father of Otology. Linda chronicles this epic journey in her book "The Politzer Saga" and provides a wealth of historic photos. This book is timely and important in terms of much historical perspective. www.politzersaga.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
2024-06-1630 minInspirational Women6/9/24 - Steph JaggerSteph Jagger is a Bainbridge Island-based author, coach and mentor. Her latest book "Everything Left to Remember...My Mother, Our Memories, And a Journey Through the Rocky Mountains" serves many pillars - wisdom, comfort, coach, and love story. Whether our mouthers are still here with us, or if as it is for Steph and for Kate, our mothers have left this world, there's so much for us to learn and grow with and from. It's an inner journey, and yet it's also this outer journey...with our larger mother, our Mother Earth. Check her website for workshop off...
2024-06-0929 minInspirational Women6/2/24 - K.A. CobellK.A. Cobell is an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Nation. She lives in the PNW, following her passion for writing and bringing awareness to the crisis facing too many Indigenous women. It is in fact an epidemic - the women who are missing or who have been murdered. The murder rate of Native women is 3 times more than that of white women. Often, in some locations, the rate is more than 10 times the national average. #MMIWG2SK.A.'s debut novel "Looking for Smoke" is a thriller which brings this crisis to light in a gri...
2024-06-0231 minInspirational Women5/26/24 - Marcia Naomi BergerMarcia Naomi Berger is a psychotherapist and author who brings us her important and relevant book, entitled "The Bipolar Therapist: A Journey from Madness to Love and Meaning." In this memoir Naomi shares her personal journey of overcoming bipolar disorder while navigating the roles of a psychotherapist and a patient. This can provide the important insights that help in our life or the life of someone in our circle.www.marcianaomiberger.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-05-2631 minInspirational Women5/19/24 - Jennifer DonnellyJennifer Donnelly is a New York Times bestselling author of relevant young adult fiction. Jennifer brings us her newest book, "Beastly Beauty." A different take on the classic Beauty and the Beast motif, "Beastly Beauty" contains an interestingly newfound dynamic wrapped in a gender swap. Arabella and Beau, while set in a magical castle, still are so relevant, their story providing welcome food for thought about beliefs, dreams, faith, hope, trust and love. Regardless of age or gender, this is a great read, perhaps a worth end of school year or grad gift.www.jenniferdonnelly.com S...
2024-05-1931 minInspirational Women5/12/24 - Dr. Allison FeldtDr. Allison Feldt is a physical therapist, the founder of Body Motion Physical Therapy, and author of 2 important books - "Restore Your Body After Kids," and "Pregnancy Era," both focused on overall health, which often begins with a strong, healthy core, a valuable body element a simple exercise to get started with today. Dr. Feldt is passionate about women's long term good health, and with her team of physical therapists in Edmonds and Poulsbo, brings this focus to all women who want to take charge of their health and age well. www.bodymotionpt.com See Pri...
2024-05-1231 minInspirational Women5/5/24 - Kelly CampbellKelly Campbell is a trauma-informed leadership coach and author of the new book “Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership Through Trauma Healing.” Kelly brings us the insights we need to be responsible for our own healing. It is different for each of us, but the healing work is entirely up to us. And while it may seem daunting, doing the work brings true freedom.www.klcampbell.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-05-0531 minInspirational Women4/28/24 (Segment 1) - Brianna Stevenson with Seattle HumaneBrianna Stevenson with Seattle Humane Society informs us of the nearly 1 million meals provided to community pets, and the Community Medicine program that breaks down barriers in caring for our fur babies. Seattle Humane also helps other shelters around the country most affected by disasters and dangerous overcrowding. www.seattlehumane.org www.wagives.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-04-2913 minInspirational Women4/28/24 (Segment 2) - Brynna Counts-Morgan with Washington Trails AssociationBrynna Counts-Morgan is a manager with Washington Trails Association, but she began by using the great app to find great hiking trails in the state. WTA is working to raise $140,000 during GiveBIG for their efforts in creating and maintaining the thousands of miles of wonderful nature trails in our area. Members donate 150,000 hours of maintenance annually. She invites our support and invites us to get out to hike as well as to volunteer.www.wta.org www.wagives.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...
2024-04-2916 minInspirational Women4/28/24 - Brianna Stevenson and Brynna Counts-Morgan2 guests join us to promote a couple of the non-profits participating in the major giving event "Give Big". Brianna Stevenson with Seattle Humane Society informs us of the nearly 1 million meals provided to community pets, and the Community Medicine program that breaks down barriers in caring for our fur babies. Seattle Humane also helps other shelters around the country most affected by disasters and dangerous overcrowding. www.seattlehumane.org www.wagives.org Brynna Counts-Morgan is a manager with Washington Trails Association, but she began by using the great app to find great hiking trails in the state...
2024-04-2829 minInspirational Women4/21/24 - Heidi BeierleHeidi Beierle is an artist, writer and adventurer. Her new book "Heidi Across America: One Woman's Journey on a Bicycle Across the Heartland" invites us to join on her amazing adventure: a 3000-mile bike trek across our vast country. This might not be our immediate idea of what we can or want to do, but Heidi makes clear this was her journey, and within her hopefulness may we find our personal explorations. Possibly on a bike, and in our own communities or venturing further. The idea is to see our connections to and with each other, while also learning m...
2024-04-2132 minInspirational Women4/14/24 - Emma NadlerEmma Nadler is an author, speaker, and psychotherapist based in Minnesota. She is also a wife and mother and shares her life with us in her memoir, "The Unlikely Village of Eden." Eden is Emma's 2nd child, a daughter finding magic in her neurodivergence. In bringing us into her family, Emma helps us build a greater awareness of, and compassion for, families that become caregivers, what that means and how each of us can be a partner. It's such an important insight as we experience how all-consuming, but also rewarding caregiving can be, to show support for the field in ou...
2024-04-1429 minInspirational Women4/7/24 - Dr. Amra Sabic-El-RayessDr. Amra Sabic-El-Rayess grew up in Bosnia and Herzegovina, experiencing the ethnic genocide in those countries firsthand from 1992-95. She was able to immigrate to the US, attend university and is a professor at Columbia University, studying how and why societies can dismantle and what role education can play in the rebuilds. Dr. Amra is the author of "The Cat I Never Named," with her latest book - "Three Summers: A Memoir of Sisterhood, Summer Crushes, and Growing Up on the Eve of the Bosnian Genocide" - just released. While written for young adults, the book can be, and ce...
2024-04-0733 minInspirational Women3/31/24 - Sanoma BlakeleySanoma Blakeley is an admirable and genuine young woman who is living her dreams and is a great inspiration and model, of what is truly possible. She is an equine enthusiast and professional racer, her experiences and impacts in both fields best described within her book "Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion." Sanoma continues to compete, as well as train young riders in endurance racing. She also accomplished another dream early this year, travelling to New Zealand for a competitive long-distance race. Her life is always an adventure which she shares about just ge...
2024-03-3131 minInspirational Women3/24/24 - Shanisty IrelandShanisty Ireland is a food and lifestyle influencer who joins us with some helpful tips for spring cleaning our pantry and shares some simple healthy recipes that are sure to please the kids and the adults. She is @shanistyireland on socials.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-03-2613 minInspirational Women3/24/24 - Dr. Shelby HarrisDr. Shelby Harris is a licensed clinical psychologist and Director of Sleep Health at Sleepopolis. She is one of only 160 licensed behavioral sleep medicine psychologists worldwide. We'll learn about the need for, and how to ensure getting a good night's sleep. There's a mountain of information, and we can learn more from Dr. Harris's podcasts: Sleep Talking with Dr. Shelby.www.drshelbyharris.com www.sleepopolis.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2024-03-2417 minInspirational Women3/17/24 - Sandi GoldSandi Gold is a New England-based artist who was diagnosed with a brain tumor and given less than a year to live. That was nearly four decades ago! Faced with recurring symptoms of radiation damage (including cancer) from her treatment, betrayal by a dysfunctional family, and myopic advice from the medical establishment, she taught herself to open her heart and trust her own body’s voice. Sandi shares her story in her inspiring memoir entitled "I Chose Love: How to Survive a Life-Threatening Illness Using Love to Guide You", a worthwhile tool with self-help journaling prompts at the end of...
2024-03-1730 minInspirational Women3/10/24 - Maria LiberatiMaria Liberati is an award-winning chef, and author of The Basic Art of Italian Cooking: Holidays and Special Occasions. Anytime is really the perfect time to either begin or dive deeper into cooking, and to explore hearty and healthy recipes worthy of engaging family and friends into the action. Maria shares some favorite recipes with origins from Italy, where her family roots were established, and where Maria spent part of her life, honing her kitchen skills with the help of her grandmother. Maria has also been a PBS TV host.www.marialiberati.comSee Privacy P...
2024-03-1031 minInspirational Women3/3/24 - Jane Lee RankinJane Lee Rankin shares insights from her memoir "Farm Family: A Solo Mom's Memoir of Finding Home, Happiness, and Alpacas." The roots of Lee's experiences stem from those at home, trusting her intuition as a single mom and business owner. The basis for the latter would create a farm that has been fulfilling for her, her son, and for her immediate community. Apple Hill Farm is an award-winning first-generation farm in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, a notable agri-tourism destination for people from across the country and points beyond. And as Lee points out, it's never to late to...
2024-03-0331 minInspirational Women2/25/24 - Ruth ChambleeRuth Chamblee is a publishing and marketing professional who leads the Content Marketing Strategy & Promotion team for National Geographic Kids Books. Across three decades, she has designed and carried out multifaceted strategic marketing initiatives for countless Nat Geo book releases. And her guidance has helped bring new voices to and fill key niches in the children’s book market. The vision for her latest book "I Am, I Can, I Will" arose from her realization that knowing and honoring our ancestors can contribute to self-awareness, self-empowerment, and self-love for her, her daughter, and all little Black girls. This book is o...
2024-02-2529 minInspirational Women2/18/24 - Kisha StewartKisha Stewart is a wife, nurse, mother of three, and above all, a heart attack survivor, rather early in life at age 31. Her story is so important, knowing Kisha is also a black woman, thus marking her much more strongly as a target for heart disease, and for securing the best possible treatment. Kisha provides us with such a great gift, her story serving as the basis for her book "Sonata for a Damaged Heart: A Young Mother's Journey of Survival After a Near Fatal Heart Attack," and her experiences leading to strong advocacy measures in work with the A...
2024-02-1831 minInspirational Women2/11/24 - Carol Carpenter, author of "The Elegant Disruptor: Breaking Through Barriers & Limiting Beliefs to Success"Carol Carpenter is a stunt woman, pro motorcyclist, entrepreneur and consultant through her company MotoVixens, and the author of "The Elegant Disruptor: Breaking Through Barriers & Limiting Beliefs to Success. Carol was told she was crazy for pursuing her racing dreams. And as she worked through her own self-doubt, she built a life she loves and now helps others do the same! Now in her many fields, Carol helps other women reignite their passions, break through self-imposed barriers, and develop an action plan for success.http://carolcarpentermedia.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...
2024-02-1132 minInspirational Women2/04/24 - Regina LawlessRegina Lawless has been the DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) Head at a number of tech companies, and lastly at Instagram (now Meta). Regina is the author of a new important book, entitled "Do You: A Journey of Success, Loss and Learning to Live a More MeaningFULL Life." The title captures the essence of this ultra important story that provides important insights for all of us both in self-understanding, and in and in gaining understanding of our communities and culture. The first chapter of Regina's book can be downloaded at her website. Also found on her website is Bossy...
2024-02-0431 minInspirational Women1/28/24 - Joanna Ho and Liz KleinrockJoanna Ho and Liz Kleinrock are coauthors of "Eyes That Weave the World's Wonders" a marvelous children's book about transracial adoption. Joanna, on her own, is a New York Times bestselling author of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners. Her passion for equity in books and education is matched only by her love of homemade chocolate chip cookies, outdoor adventures, and dance parties with her kids. Visit her at www.joannahowrites.com. Liz is an author, anti-bias/anti-racist educator, consultant, and facilitator for schools, organizations, and companies across the country. A trans-racial adoptee, Liz was born in...
2024-01-2831 minInspirational Women1/21/24 - Jessica Rogers Morton and Shana Pennington-Baird with "Go Red for Women"Looking ahead and preparing for American Heart Month with 2 women, both Go Red for Women Ambassadors, who have overcome major heart health challenges: Jessica Rogers Morton - who had a heart transplant before age 30, and Shana Penington-Baird - who underwent emergency heart surgery while on vacation in Ireland. They are alive and present to speak of their incredible experiences, due primarily to the advances in treatment, and overall awareness of their cause. And that is precisely what Go Red for Women is concentrating on. Please wear RED on Friday, February 2 and be informed. Plan for The Go Red...
2024-01-2130 minInspirational Women1/14/24 - Barbara FeiginBarbara Feigin is an amazing woman who has written about her life, just so that her children would know their history, especially since she would discover not having known much about her parents' history. Barbara's story is an encouraging one - of life, but also of sharing the venture of that experience with one's own family. Of immigration, and the invaluable contributions of immigrants to our shared American heritage. Her parents escaped Germany in WWII, making a 17 day train journey through Eastern Europe to Yokohama, and from there to a ship across the Atlantic, bound for Seattle. Barbara was 2 y...
2024-01-1431 minInspirational Women1/07/24 - Theo BoydTheo Boyd is a farmgirl at heart, living in Texas, where she taught high school English, raised her daughter, and actively served in various organizations, her community, and her church. After 30 years, she moved back to her hometown of Whitney, Texas, to adjudge the death of her mother in a tragic farming accident, followed three years later by her father’s suicide. She now devotes her time to writing and speaking about loss, grief, and faith with the mission of helping others find comfort and hope. Her insightful book "My Grief is Not Like Yours: Learning to Live after Uni...
2024-01-0731 minInspirational Women12/31/23 - Barbara LaneBarbara Lane is the author of a new book entitled "Broken Water: An Extraordinary True Story." Barbara was born the 9th of 11 sisters who were separated while she was only age 3. What followed was a life in an orphanage and in foster care, a life with unspeakable abuse. As an adult survivor, Barbara sought, and later studied into, the field of ministerial counseling, on the path to reunite with her sisters. Trauma was certainly in each of their lives, and in the book, Barbara recounts their stories, providing valuable insights for our own healing, and action to prevent abuse in...
2023-12-3131 minInspirational Women12/24/23 - Angie Elita NewellAngie Elita Newell is an indigenous author whose newest book is "All I See is Violence." A literary faction based on factual accounts, Angie weaves three historical stories - involving a professor, a soldier and a female warrior from different periods in time. It has us look through a different lens for an important view of our life, our country, and those origins. And, along the way, making us question what transpired, where we are and what we'll do about it. www.angieelitanewell.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...
2023-12-2430 minInspirational Women12/17/23 - Sharon CameronSharon Cameron is a talented and inspiring author, the efforts of which occupy her second creative career. Her genuine joy in writing belongs to spinning historical fiction for young adults, but her pages can be turned and enjoyed by all ages. Her 8th and latest book "Artifice" transports readers to Amsterdam in WWII during the Nazi occupation. It's an amazing story, one humbled by its ingenuity, its adaptation from actual things that took place. www.sharoncameronbooks.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-12-1731 minInspirational Women12/10/23 - Mimi Prunella HernandezMimi Prunella Hernandez M.S., R.H. is a clinical herbalist and ethnobotanist with a Master of Science in herbal medicine. She is a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild, serving as its executive director for 10 years. Now National Geographic has published Mimi's informative and beautiful art book "Herbal: 100 Herbs From the World's Healing Traditions." The book is filled with relevant information for our health, exploring indigenous wisdom blended with science, and offering a uniquely holistic look at the herbal world. Hot tip: Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory. Try mixing a teaspoon with a pinch of bl...
2023-12-1031 minInspirational Women12/3/23 - Linda BroennimanLinda Broenniman was raised a church-going Catholic, only to uncover a long-hidden family secret - that her father was Jewish. And thus began a years-long journey of discovery and research, tracing the family back eight generations to Budapest, Hungary with an amazing "cast of characters," including Adam Politzer, the father of Otology. Linda chronicles this epic journey in her book "The Politzer Saga" and provides a wealth of historic photos. This book is timely and important, in terms of much historical perspective. With the holiday season looming, this is a great gift idea, and considering that Hanukkah begins December 7, i...
2023-12-0331 minInspirational Women11/26/23 - Jordana HalkettJordana Halkett is the Executive Director of Hand in Hand Kids in Snohomish County. This long-time community support organization has been helping families with support for basic needs, and embracing children to provide some of the extras parents may be challenged to cover. We're invited to be community, and to be extended family - particularly at this time of year. Monetary donations make a big difference, and there are many volunteer opportunities.www.handinhandkids.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-11-2631 minInspirational Women11/19/23 - Suzanne Heywood and Shanisty IrelandSuzanne Heywood was born in the UK, but for most of her childhood sailed around the world with her family, with limited access to formal education. At 17 she essentially escaped from her parents, returning to the UK and 'quite amazingly' won a place to study at Oxford University. After her PhD, she worked as a civil servant, and later a business executive. She is the mother of 3 young adults. The passion and strength she acquired in her years of travel is quite stunning, accounts of which she shares in her book "WaveWalker—A Memoir of Breaking Free". Excellent reading for...
2023-11-1932 minInspirational Women11/12/23 - Susan WiggsSusan Wiggs is a #1 New York Times best-selling author from our own Puget Sound area. Susan has authored over 70 books, and continues to follow her passion for wonderful stories and great escapes. Susan joins us to share insights into her newest novel "The 12 Dogs of Christmas" - A perfect book for the season, a perfect escape on a gray autumn day. We'll also hear the inspiration for this story, close to Susan's life, after adopting her dog named Dug from a group of canines previously in Texas.www.susanwiggs.comSee Privacy Policy at https://ar...
2023-11-1231 minInspirational Women11/5/23 - Elana K. ArnoldElana K. Arnold is the bestselling and award-winning author of many books for children and teens. Her latest release, 'The Blood Years' takes inspiration from her grandmother’s childhood experiences in Holocaust-era Romania. It's a story whose tragedy mirrors that of true human conflict, but that also displays, without provocation, the resilience of the human spirit. She is a member of the faculty at Hamline University’s MFA in writing for children and young adults program.https://elanakarnold.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...
2023-11-0631 minInspirational Women10/29/23 - Dr. Catherine AthansDr. Catherine Athans is a certified therapist experienced in trauma, marriages and family dynamics. As we see a troubled, angry world around us, Dr. Athans helps to determine some causes, and more importantly what we as individuals can do. It's simple, not to say it's easy, but Dr. Athans shares that we do need to take care of our own health, eat nutritionally, get sufficient rest. We are bombarded by so much media and much negativity. It's important to balance all that, what we take into our body and mind, and to support our friends and family in balancing...
2023-10-2931 minInspirational Women10/22/23 - Diane HeightDiane Height was a retired teacher who asked herself what she would do in her retirement. The answer was an amazing adventure... that led to her teaching in Mongolia! Diane's is a motivational story about all that we can do and be in our life, if we are simply open to it. Diane shares this next life chapter, in her book "A Mongolian Memoir... Living and Teaching in Mongolia," and Diane shared this with us in the spring, then returned to Mongolia in July. She returns to relate that this second visit only reinforced the bonds she had forged, th...
2023-10-2231 minInspirational Women10/15/23 - Nadia PopoviciNadia Popovich is an inspiring and compassionate young medical student at the University of Washington. There are some people who're just obviously in the right field of work; Nadia is a terrific example Even before she has entered the medical profession, in her volunteer work, and in her attitude toward and about life and people, Nadia is a natural healer. Her heart is huge with the desire to help others live, and to live well. Nadia shares how at a Kraken hockey game she noticed a mole on the neck of the Vancouver Canucks' equipment manager, sending a message to...
2023-10-1529 minInspirational Women10/8/23 - Noelle SalazarNoelle Salazar is a wonderful local author, with a fondness for historical fiction. That fully presents itself in her latest book "The Roading Days of Zora Lily," set right here in the Puget Sound, specifically Ballard and Seattle... one hundred years ago! The story is so rich with local flavor of that bygone era - the fashion, the culture, the people, and the value of friendships and family. You just really want to journey back in time and join in that life! Which we actually do vicariously, through this conversation.www.noellesalazar.com See Privacy Poli...
2023-10-0831 minListen & Learn (or Not)NFL, Meet Trayvis SwelceDo we have a new power couple? And what do we call them? Traylor? Tayvis? Swelce? Twelce? No one knows yet, but what we DO know is Tay Tay is cheer captain and she's sitting in a luxury suite (not on the bleachers) w/ Travis Kelce's mother. It's a love story...yeahhhh....and we are watching closely!!! Meanwhile, did we have Christmas in September? Laurie talks about Warm 106.9 already preparing for Christmas when we recorded this episode on September 28th. Are you ready? Or not? Also, Anna talks about some crazy dreams she's been having, and Claire was in...
2023-10-0637 minInspirational Women10/1/23 - Aubrey ZoliAubrey Zoli is the Senior Development Manager for the American Cancer Society, and through her work is leading the challenge for the annual 'Making Strides Against Breast Cancer' walk. It takes place at Seattle's Gas Works Park, the morning of Saturday October 21. October is breast cancer awareness month, and this non-competitive walk around a beautiful part of the city is a great way to shine the spotlight on this major health issue. There will be booths for education, and an opportunity to honor the Survivors. Of utmost important is the fund-raising component; the dollars raised support research and programs, su...
2023-10-0127 minInspirational Women9/24/23 - Amy WootenAmy Wooten is a Program Director with Cancer Pathways in Seattle. Amy shares the incredible story of her breast cancer diagnosis, at just age 28! Yes, it's not a typical age we think of in terms of breast cancer. All the more reason to listen to our bodies, follow our intuition, and be persistent in seeking treatment. www.cancerpathways.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-09-2430 minInspirational Women9/17/23 - Roshani Chokshi, Author of "The Spirit Glass"Roshani Chokshi is just in her early 30s, and is already an award-winning author with over a dozen books written for young adult and middle school readers. Her inspiration comes from her rich culture, blending Indian and Filipino heritage. Her novels have been translated into more than two dozen languages, and often draw upon world mythology and folklore. She shares insights into her latest book "The Spirit Glass", an engaging magical journey with an emphasis on family and loss, wrapped with deep emotion and spry humor. It's not just for middle schoolers!www.roshanichokshi.com ...
2023-09-1730 minInspirational Women9/10/23 - Sanoma Blakely, Author of "Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion"Sanoma Blakeley is an amazing woman who, at age 18, became the youngest to ever win the Tevis Cup, a 100 mile, 24-hour endurance horse race in California's Sierra High Country. She eloquently shares her story in her book "Chasing Dreams: The True Story of the Youngest Female Tevis Cup Champion." Sanoma's story is way more than an athletic race. It's one showcasing the race of life, of family, of bonds, connections, support, and community. The very fact this young women achieved such a huge goal early on, while continuing to grow and spread her idea of tenacity, is indeed 'the...
2023-09-1031 minInspirational Women9/3/23 - Kathryn Williams, Author for National GeographicKathryn Williams is editor of the "Weird But True!" series for National Geographic. There are annual volumes, along with special releases focusing on animals or the environment. Kathryn shares details about Weird But True 2024, sharing insights from each of the continents as well as 'weird' tidbits from the ocean, and even outer space. For instance, there's a huge 80-foot steel "Kracken" sculpture atop a sunken WWII Navy ship in the British Virgin Island waters. Not to mention, volcano surfing in Nicaragua, and rainbow-colored mountains in China. The 300-page book also includes quizzes, colorful maps, and wacky news. While geared tow...
2023-09-0330 minInspirational Women8/27/23 - Shannon EastinShannon Eastin was the first woman to work as an NFL official back in 2012. It was Shannon's passion from a young age and she shares this story in her new book: "Lady Ref: Making Calls in a Man's World". Her story is eye-opening and inspiring. Shannon had natural athletic abilities early in life, excelling in Judo, winning competitions against older and more experienced opponents. It was really an important foundation for her future life and refereeing basketball and football games in high school and college levels. The NFL was her dream and she did achieve it, but she reflects on the...
2023-08-2731 minInspirational Women8/20/23 - Laura HaverLaura Haver is a mom, play advocate, life coach, speaker and the author of "Play Together: Your Go To Guide for Family Fun". Laura and her family created the games and activities - 60+ total - found within this really great book emphasizing family connection, creativity, kindness, movement and mindfulness. All of this adds up to good physical, mental and emotional health for all.www.laurahaver.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-2031 minInspirational Women8/13/23 - Christina SauerChristina Sauer is an associate editor for National Geographic Kids Books. An avid supporter of STEAM education, Christina has had the privilege of creating children’s media for Disney Junior and NASA. She’s edited numerous titles including the Go Wild! series and National Geographic Readers. Her current book is "Can't Get Enough Horse Stuff", an entertaining read for all ages with the idea of supporting healthy activity.www.kids.nationalgeographic.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-1331 minInspirational Women8/6/23 - Blanca VillagomezBlanca Villagomez is a university program manager and consultant for Intelligent.com. More specifically, Blanca is a strong woman, a first-generation Latina, one who has lived the experience of navigating the paths to higher education, with the benefit of good mentors. All this places Blanca in the ideal position to guide other young first-generation immigrant women to their dream vocations.www.intelligent.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-08-0632 minInspirational Women7/30/23 - Dr. Fayne Frey, Author of "The Skin Care Hoax"Dr. Fayne Frey is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in New York. But her expertise spans both coasts, providing us with the important and necessary information in her latest book - "The Skincare Hoax: How You’re Being Tricked into Buying Lotions, Potions & Wrinkle Cream". Dr. Frey promotes dermatology education to help consumers choose the safest and most affordable products. And she is very determined to educate us on caring for the largest of our organs: our skin. And in particular, using sunscreen responsibly, to provide the best protection and overall prevention of skin cancer.https://www.fryface.com...
2023-07-3031 min
Parenting with Ginger HubbardEp. 106 | When Kids Talk BackIs your child more characterized by sass than submission? Do your kids have a comeback for everything you tell them to do (even if it’s mumbled under their breath)? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan for another edition of “Ask Ginger” (also known as “Q & A Day”) as they discuss the importance of teaching younger kids to obey without challenging mom and dad and how to teach older kids to express their thoughts and feelings in ways that still show respect for parental authority.
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2023-01-2423 minListen & Learn (or Not)Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Switchmas!This episode was recorded 11/19 when the Rittenhouse verdict just came in. Claire, Laurie and Anna discuss the diverse reactions to the verdict. Warm 106.9 is celebrating Switchmas! Also, could it be that we get forgetful, not because of age, but because our brains are full? And like the old saying goes, the customer is ALWAYS right -- or not.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-11-2738 min
Champions...of Digression!Titan Up the Defense 250- Defenders #106Ping! We read Defenders #106, and talked about...look, I don't know what we talked about. We've done a lot of these shows, and they can't all be good. Maybe instead of listening this week, you should just try to be more present for conversations with your loved ones. Or read a book. Books are good.
2021-10-141h 44
The Scoop w/ Doogie - a Minnesota sports podcastBrent Flahr and Zeke Nnaji (ep. 106)In Episode 106 of The Scoop Darren "Doogie" Wolfson is joined by two guests and drops plenty of notes on the local squads. Wild VP Brent Flahr stops by for early season evaluations and updates on Charlie Coyle and Zach Parise. Hopkins basketball player Zeke Nnaji, who has offers from both the Gophers and the Badgers, stops by the podcast. Doogie also has lots of notes on the Wolves, Twins, Vikings, and Gophers. All right here on The Scoop!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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