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2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#149 FrisurensohnDeutschrap-Desaster, Reality-TV-Hölle und die Frage aller Fragen. Willkommen zurück bei 2G7! Nach einer unfreiwilligen Pause durch Krankheit und Arbeitsdruck melden sich Dobbi und Käthe zurück – mit einer Folge, die tief in die Untiefen deutscher Popkultur eintaucht. Käthe hat seine Neujahrs-Vorsätze bereits über Bord geworfen und sich durch sämtliche Trash-Formate gekämpft: Von "Forsthaus Rampensau" über das neue "Percy Jackson" bis hin zum absoluten Tiefpunkt "Germany Shore", wo das Wort "lecken" eine beunruhigend zentrale Rolle spielt. Dobbi kontert mit filmischen Enttäuschungen: Der neue Denzel-Washington-Film endet in einem Rap-Battle hinter Gittern (Fremdschäm-Alarm!), und der Bruce...
2026-02-0345 minSchwer zu sagen mit Käthe
Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe#12 Silvestergruß von KätheKäthe teilt ein paar kurze Gedanken mit euch, bevor das Jahr 2025 zu Ende geht. Liebe Grüße, rutscht gut rein und bis 2026! Telefonseelsorge 0800 111 0 111 oder 0800 111 0 222 Ärztlicher Notdienst bei dringenden psychischen Krisen 116 117 Nummer gegen Kummer (Elterntelefon) 0800 111 0 550 Nummer gegen Kummer (Kinder und Jugendliche) 116 111 Info-Telefon Depression 0800 334 4533 KÄTHES WEBSITE: www.schwer-zu-sagen.de NACHRICHTEN AN KÄTHE: post@schwer-zu-sagen.de INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/schwerzusagenmitkaethe PRODUKTION: Katharina Hunke REDAKTION: Katharina Hunke PARTNER: Webdesign www.florian-diederich.de Corporate Design gucc.de...
2025-12-3006 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesRewind: Avoiding Burnout and Building Success: Professional Tips for Insurance EntrepreneursAvoiding Burnout and Building SuccessRunning an insurance agency isn’t just about writing policies—it’s about building a real, sustainable business. In this special “rewind” episode of Insurance Business Babes, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff revisit one of their most fundamental topics: how to treat your business like a business. Here’s a breakdown of the most important takeaways.Mindset Shift: From Employee to EntrepreneurToo many new agents fall into the trap of acting like employees instead of business owners. As Kathe points out, running your own agency means you’re respo...
2025-12-2224 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesRW: Boundaries, Budgets, and Business Plans: Success Tips for Insurance AgentsTreat Your Business Like a Business: Key Lessons from Insurance Business BabesRunning an insurance agency isn’t just about writing policies—it’s about building a real, sustainable business. In this special “rewind” episode of Insurance Business Babes, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff revisit one of their most fundamental topics: how to treat your business like a business. Here’s a breakdown of the most important takeaways.Mindset Shift: From Employee to EntrepreneurToo many new agents fall into the trap of acting like employees instead of business owners. As Kathe points out...
2025-11-1738 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesSix Critical Steps to Protect Your Insurance Business from Cyber ThreatsCybersecurity Essentials for Insurance Agents: Lessons from Insurance Business Babes PodcastIn this episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, host Kathe Kline, co-host Joanna Wyckoff, and guest expert Jameson Keller dive deep into cybersecurity practices tailored for insurance professionals. Regardless of the type of insurance you sell, handling sensitive client data comes with significant risks. Here are the main takeaways and best practices discussed during their insightful conversation.Jameson points out that many agents use free email services like Gmail, Yahoo, or AOL without proper business associate agreements (BAA). Not only does this look...
2025-11-1052 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#142 Endlich SeepferdchenWenn sich deine Schulter bewegt, sehe ich das! Es beginnt unschuldig: Dobbis Tochter macht ihr Seepferdchen. Käthe erinnert sich, dass er seins mit 47 nachgeholt hat – komplett mit Prüfung, Applaus und der Frage, ob man beim Tauchen wirklich den Kopf unter Wasser nehmen muss. Der Ring ging auch so hochzuheben. Dann wird's ernst: Dobbi hat sich auf Käthes Empfehlung hin Bloodsport reingezogen. Eine Stunde dreißig pure Folter. Hölzerne Dialoge, Kinder, die auf Hügeln grundlos applaudieren, und Jean-Claude Van Damme im Dauerspagat. Käthe kontert mit der Info, dass die "wahre Geschichte" komplett erfunden ist – das Kumite...
2025-11-0450 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesLOA or Downline? Choosing the Right Structure for Your Insurance BusinessLOA vs. Downline: Breaking Down Insurance Agent StructuresOn a recent episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff delved deep into one of the industry’s murkiest topics: understanding the differences between LOA (License Only Agent) and downline agent structures. Their candid conversation revealed invaluable insights for agents at all stages of their careers. If you’re an agent wondering where you sit in the hierarchy—or considering building your team—here’s what you need to know.Kathe and Joanna started by explaining contract levels in the insura...
2025-11-0327 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#140 Lügen. Lästern. Leibesvisitation.Falsche Barone. Falsche Lust. Falsche Ziele. Richtig Bock. Die lange Version (für Leute mit Zeit und Bock) Käthe und Dobbi haben wieder Zeit und Bock. Was bereits erschütternd ist. Als wären sie erwerbslos. Diese Woche geht es um die wirklich wichtigen Dinge im Leben: Mudderwitze, italienische Schlagermusik (die Käthe und Dobbi offenbar als solche bezeichnen dürfen, ohne dass die Mafia einschreitet), und einen gewissen Baron Peter von Bohlen-Halbach. Der heißt eigentlich Peter Sommer und hat in Las Vegas eine Baronin geheiratet. Zack, war er Baron. Tingelt jetzt durch die Welt, verkauft Klimazertifikate und hat...
2025-10-1444 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesSurviving Pre-AEP Chaos: Strategies, Tech Fails, and Lessons for Insurance AgentsPre-AEP Chaos: Why Medicare Agents Must Protect Their TimeEvery year, Medicare agents brace themselves for the wild ride that is pre-AEP (Annual Enrollment Period). On this episode of Insurance Business Babes, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive into the recurring challenges agents face, share strategies for making the most of a chaotic time, and offer practical tips on how to streamline your workflow and avoid burnout.Learning From Experience: Don’t Overbook YourselfKathe opens up about her recent misstep—overbooking her calendar and forgetting to block out time for crucial brea...
2025-10-1336 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#139 Kimmel. Kirk. Karate Kid.Die Folge mit etwas Ernsthaftigkeit. Die Langfassung (für Genießer) Kimmel. Kirk. Karate Kid. – Oder: Wenn drei K's das Chaos perfekt machen Stellt euch vor, ihr wartet sechs Monate auf Glasfaser. Sechs. Monate. Dann stehen morgens um 7:45 Uhr drei Männer vor eurer Tür, jeder zwischen 1,95 und 2,80 Meter groß, mit zwei riesigen Sprintern draußen. Drei Minuten später kommt einer raus: "Jo, geht." Das Problem? Eine Lichtschutzkappe. Groß wie ein Tic Tac. Auf einem Teil, wo draufsteht "FINGER WEG". Das Ergebnis? Die WLAN-Geschwindigkeit ist exakt wie vorher. Ohne Glasfaser. Aber immerhin Willkommen im deutschen Digitalwunderland. Aber das...
2025-10-0748 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowTeaching Independence: Grant Takes the Lead on His San Francisco Birthday WeekendIn this heartfelt episode of "Rock Your Retirement," host Kathe Kline and Retiree Barb dive into the joys and lasting impact of creating special one-on-one memories with grandchildren and younger family members. Barb shares her recent experience of taking her 12-year-old grandson, Grant, on a weekend birthday adventure, a tradition she adapted from Kathe's idea of traveling individually with nieces and nephews. The primary goal of these trips is to deepen relationships, encourage independence, and empower kids to make decisions—all outside the typical family dynamic.The episode details Grant’s customized birthday weekend in San Francisco, wher...
2025-10-0634 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesAEP Game Plan: Accident, Dental, and Hospital Indemnity Policies that Safeguard You and Your ClientsNavigating AEP: Protecting Yourself and Your Clients with the Right Insurance SolutionsThe latest episode of Insurance Business Babes brought invaluable insights on surviving—and thriving—during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), especially when accidents or health surprises threaten to derail your business. Hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff welcomed Jameson Keller, Chief Commercial Officer of NCD, to unpack practical strategies for agents and clients.The Overlooked Risks: Why Agents Need Coverage, TooIt’s easy to focus on client needs, but as the stories from Kathe, Joanna, and Jameson revealed, accidents can happen...
2025-10-0649 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesNavigating Value-Based Care and Medicare Advantage with Dr. Shannon DeckerUnderstanding Value-Based Care: What Medicare Agents Need to KnowThe Shift Toward Value-Based CareOn this episode of Insurance Business Babes, host Kathe Kline sat down with Dr. Shannon Decker, a healthcare veteran with over two decades of experience in Medicare Advantage and value-based care. As plans evolve and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) push for more risk-bearing arrangements by 2030, the industry faces a monumental shift from traditional fee-for-service models to value-based care. But what does this really mean for agents, doctors, and clients?What Is Value-Based Care?Traditional...
2025-09-2933 minSchwer zu sagen mit Käthe
Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe#9 Nachricht von Käthe mit MartinEs gibt ab sofort eine kleine Veränderung bei Schwer zu sagen, Käthe und Martin erzählen euch, welche das ist. Und sie plaudern ein bisschen aus dem Nähkästchen. Wie kommt Käthe eigentlich an ihre Gäste? Wie gelingt es Käthe und ihren Gästen, so vertrauensvoll über persönliche Dinge zu reden? Und was macht Martin eigentlich beruflich? Über dies und mehr reden die beiden heute und geben euch einen Einblick hinter den Podcast. MEIN HEUTIGER GESPRÄCHSPARTNER: Martin Meine Gesprächspartnerinnen und Gesprächspartner nenne ich aus Gründen der Vertrau...
2025-09-2527 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#137 Fünf ONT und ein Camping-Trauma"Das ist alles nicht meins." Zitat der Woche "Ich habe geschrien, ich habe geweint, ich habe gekniet und gebetet" - Käthe über seinen Kampf um einen TNG Techniker Es folgt eine Folge Trash-Talk vom Feinsten: Hauptthemen **Käthes Glasfaser-Odyssee: Ein deutsches Märchen Seit August wartet Käthe auf funktionierendes Internet. Der aktuelle Stand: Fünf ONT-Geräte (keine Ahnung was das heißt, vermutlich "Ohne Nützliche Technik"), alle defekt. Der nette Herr M. von der TNG schickt inzwischen Geräte wie andere Leute Weihnachtskarten verschicken. Käthe sammelt sie mittlerweile. Währenddess...
2025-09-2347 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStop Waiting and Start Selling: Moving from Professional Student to Successful Insurance AgentTurning Learning into Action: How Insurance Agents Can Avoid Becoming “Professional Students”On episode 91 of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, co-hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive into a common industry trap: the “professional student” mentality. Too often, agents focus so much on certifications, designations, and learning that they miss opportunities to actually put knowledge into practice. Let’s unpack their key insights and action steps for moving from student-mode into thriving in the insurance business.The “Professional Student” TrapJoanna kicks off the episode sharing her own struggles with the urge to collect more a...
2025-09-2229 minSchwer zu sagen mit Käthe
Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe#8 Warum ich noch nie eine Beziehung hatte: Selbstanalyse einer Psychotherapeutin mit HollyHolly ist 38 Jahre alt, Psychotherapeutin, hatte noch nie eine Beziehung und war noch nie intim. Dies ist eine besondere Folge, denn ich spreche normalerweise mit Betroffenen oder mit Experten. Holly ist beides in einem. Sie analysiert sich entwaffnend ehrlich und auf berührende Art und Weise selbst, und beschreibt, wie sie sich schrittweise dem Projekt Beziehung annähert. Und sie erzählt, wie sie als Psychotherapeutin in ihrem Beruf mit der fehlenden Beziehungserfahrung umgeht. Käthe hat sich selbst in vielen ihrer Erzählungen und Analysen wiedererkannt und hat in diesem Gespräch unglaublich viel gelernt. Wer außerd...
2025-09-1058 minSchwer zu sagen mit Käthe
Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe#6 Kinder oder keine - und was Käthe verdrängt hat - mit MartinEs gibt viele Wege zu einem erfüllten Leben, Kinder haben ist einer davon. Kann man auch kinderlos glücklich sein? Martin und Käthe beleuchten beides in dieser Folge. Käthe beschreibt, warum ein Leben ohne eigene Kinder auch erstrebenswert sein kann. Dabei ist ihr in diesem Gespräch etwas Erstaunliches passiert. Sie hat verdrängt, wie schmerzhaft der Prozess zu dieser heutigen Einstellung war. So sehr, dass ihr Störgefühl sie fast dazu veranlasste, diese Aufnahme nicht zu veröffentlichen. Jetzt begleitet sie euch mit ihrer Stimme nachträglich durch dieses Gespräch mit Martin, und...
2025-08-1437 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesGroups That Grow Your Insurance Business BNI, NABIP, and HAFA ExploredUnlocking Success Through Networking: Lessons from Insurance Business Babes PodcastNetworking Groups: Beyond the StereotypesOn Episode 83 of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff tackled the power — and misconceptions — surrounding networking groups in the insurance industry. While some online conversations dismissed groups like BNI (Business Network International) as ineffective, both Kathe and Joanna shared personal stories that shattered these preconceptions. Kathe credited BNI for jumpstarting her Medicare career, highlighting how meeting diverse professionals led to surprising and lucrative referrals — even from seemingly unrelated fields like makeup sales. Joanna, initially skeptical, later founde...
2025-08-0441 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowReal Stories, Real Lessons: Organizing Your Estate to Protect Your Family with David EdeeThis episode of the Rock Your Retirement show dives into a topic that many people shy away from but is absolutely crucial: estate planning and what happens when we’re no longer here. Host Kathe Kline, accompanied by Barb Mock, welcomes guest David Edee, who brings his personal and professional experience to the discussion. David shares his own difficult story of settling his parents’ estate—an ordeal that involved seven years in court, ten court appearances, and $50,000 in legal fees, all exacerbated by a lack of preparation and open conversation within his family. This deeply...
2025-08-0430 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#129 Der Gelbe EngelIn dieser Episode erleben wir Dobbi und Käthe in ihrer natürlichen Umgebung – dem Chaos des Alltags. Käthe erzählt von ihrem neuesten Abenteuer mit seinem neuen Roller, der offenbar die gleiche Lebensmüdigkeit entwickelt hat wie ein Praktikant im Marketing. Natürlich musste der ADAC anrücken – diese gelben Engel der Straße, die einen immer dann retten, wenn man gerade beschlossen hat, dass Fortbewegung sowieso überbewertet ist. Dobbi hingegen philosophiert über das Marvel-Universum, als wäre es ein soziologisches Experiment zur Frage: "Wie viele Superhelden braucht man, um eine Kinokasse zu retten?" Die beiden zerreißen aktuelle Filme u...
2025-07-1539 minSchwer zu sagen mit Käthe
Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe#1 Intro - Wer ist eigentlich Käthe?Hier könnt ihr Käthe und ihren Podcast schon einmal ein bisschen kennenlernen. Besten Dank an Martin, der Käthe in dieser Episode im Dialog vorstellt. Es wird witzig und emotional - eine Episode, die Lust auf mehr macht! Schwer zu sagen mit Käthe erscheint jeden zweiten Donnerstag. MEIN HEUTIGER GAST: Martin Meine Gesprächspartnerinnen und Gesprächspartner nenne ich aus Gründen der Vertraulichkeit ausschließlich beim Vornamen. WEBSITE: www.schwer-zu-sagen.de NACHRICHTEN AN KÄTHE: post@schwer-zu-sagen.de INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/schwerzusagenmitkaethe PRO...
2025-07-1136 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesFinding, Screening, and Training Virtual AssistantsHow to Successfully Hire and Manage a Virtual Assistant for Your Insurance BusinessRunning an insurance practice means juggling countless tasks, and as your client roster grows, so does the need for reliable support. In this week’s episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive deep into hiring virtual assistants (VAs)—sharing years of hands-on wisdom from building their own teams. Here are the best nuggets from their conversation, expanded for our blog readers.Why and When to Hire a Virtual AssistantMost insurance agents hit a br...
2025-07-0743 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowFrom Virtual Friends to Travel Buddies: Rock Your Retirement Hosts Finally Meet1. Meeting In Person After Years of Virtual FriendshipKathe and Barb finally meet after years of online interaction.Barb celebrates her 45th wedding anniversary and plans the trip near Kathe.The logistics of how the meetup came about.The experience of being welcomed into each other’s homes.Sharing meals, both healthy and indulgent, and enjoying local restaurants.Compatibility while traveling together, both between Barb and Kathe, and their husbands.Post-surgery recovery and plans for future golf trips.The pleasure of spontaneous, relaxing da...
2025-07-0719 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#127 Männergrippe!Es begann mit einem kleines Kratzen im Hals. So wie ein Tsunami auch mit einer kleinen Welle beginnt. Käthe zu seiner Frau: "Schatz, es fängt an." Sie: "Was fängt an?" Käthe: "Das Ende." Vielleicht ist es die letzte Folge mit Käthe, aber sie besprechen neben den gesundheitlichen Problemen ihre Reiseerfahrungen, Autoinspektionen und Qualität des Kundenservices, Biermessen, Leserbriefe, First-World-Problems und vieles mehr. Und natürlich ist alles irgendwann FUBAR - ganz sauberer Trashhtalk.
2025-07-0144 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesBreaking Down Fixed and Indexed Annuities for Medicare AgentsBreaking Down Fixed and Indexed Annuities for Medicare AgentsIn episode 80 of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, host Kathe Kline is joined by Tiffany Washington, whose unique journey from optometry to Medicare insurance provides valuable lessons for insurance professionals at every stage.Tiffany began her insurance career as a Licensed Only Agent (LOA), not fully understanding the differences between being an LOA and an independent agent. Her turning point arrived after three years with the same company, when she realized a new contract would leave her without ownership of her existing book of business. Despite...
2025-06-3041 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#126 Das tschechische EichhörnchenDavid Bowie hatte was mit der Mutter von Slash? Der Engländer Kevin kehrt zurück: Nach über drei Jahrzehnten hört Kevin aus dem Raum Steinfurt den Podcast und meldet sich. Kennengelernt haben sich Käthe und Kevin 1996 im Club Dune D'Or in Marokko – klassischer TUI-Bunker-Urlaub mit Gästebegrüßung. Kevin korrigiert übrigens die Aussprache von Gloucester und Leicester. Danke, Kevin! Aber…. deutsche Wörter für Engländer: Mission Impossible Kevin liefert eine Audio-Kostprobe der schwersten deutschen Wörter für englische Zungen. Eichhörnchen (wird zu "Ein-Hörnchen"), Streichholzschachtel, Quitscheentchen oder Küchenutensilien. Großer Spass für alle....
2025-06-2440 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStay Ahead of Medicare Industry Changes Tools and Tactics for Agents with Dalton MillerPreparing for AEP: Embracing Technology and Proactive Strategies in the Insurance IndustryHost Kathe Kline and guest Dalton Miller dove headfirst into the changing landscape of Annual Election Period (AEP) preparation and why insurance agents must stay ahead of industry trends—especially in today’s rapidly evolving environment. Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways and how you can apply them to your business.The Countdown to AEP Is On: Get Ahead EarlyDalton opened the conversation with a reality check—there are fewer business days than you think before AEP kicks off. The...
2025-06-0950 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesSecret Sunfire Tool! How explaining it could have prevented an upline switchTechnology Transforming the Insurance Business: Insights from the Insurance Business Babes PodcastBig Changes and Hard Decisions In the most recent episode of "Insurance Business Babes," Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff offered an honest look into the critical decisions agents face—and how technology is rapidly reshaping insurance workflows. Kathe shared her journey of moving her business to Top Flight after years with a large organization that incentivized her with significant marketing dollars. But as her marketing needs evolved and desired operational changes (like making her assistant an LOA) de...
2025-05-2648 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesAre Big Business Wins Hurting Independent Insurance Agents?Why Agents Should Think Twice Before Celebrating Industry “Good News”On the latest episode of Insurance Business Babes, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive into the issues behind Medicare’s disaster SEPs (Special Election Periods), recent government reversals, and why not all agent celebrations are necessarily cause for joy. If you’re an agent who’s popped the champagne over recent changes, this episode is for you.When "Wins" Aren't Wins for EveryoneThe government recently reversed a rule, now allowing agents to enroll clients using the disaster SEP again, rather than having cli...
2025-05-1935 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesGet More Done by Automating Everyday BusinessUnlocking the Power of Automation for Insurance ProfessionalsIn a recent episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, host Kathe Kline sat down with automation expert OpeYemi Sanusi to explore how automating everyday business tasks can be a total game changer—especially for insurance professionals and agency owners who want to free up their time and focus on client relationships.Why Automate? The True Cost of Manual TasksKathe opened up about her own experience running an active Facebook group, explaining how time-consuming it was to manually process new member requests and collect da...
2025-05-1238 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#123 Habemus FrühlingÜber den Papst, Frühlingsgefühlen, Chuck Norris und Blasen an den Füßen. HABEMUS FRÜHLING Dobbi und Käthe haben sich wieder einmal zusammengefunden, um mit der akribischen Präzision zweier Menschen, die nichts vorbereitet haben, über Frühlingsgefühle zu philosophieren. Oder besser gesagt: Dobbi dachte, es gäbe Frühlingsgefühle zu besprechen, während Käthe kurz überlegen musste, ob er überhaupt daran glaubt. WAS ERWARTET EUCH? Frühlingsgefühle – Die Wissenschaft hinter dem erwachenden Lebensgefühl, oder wie Käthe es nennt: "Den zurückgehenden Milan-Tuninspiegel und steigenden Zero-Tuninspiegel." Und nein, er hat keine Ahnung, was...
2025-05-1250 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesBeyond Boring: Creative Ways to Showcase Your Personality in InsuranceDon’t Be Boring: How Personality and Passion Can Transform Your Insurance MarketingWhen it comes to building a thriving insurance business, standing out from the crowd is key. In the latest episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Joanna Wyckoff and Kathe Kline share invaluable insights into why infusing your marketing with your unique personality and passions isn’t just more fun—it’s also a winning strategy.Let Your Passions Shine ThroughKathe shares the story of an agent whose love for sports became the heartbeat of his marketing. Instead of a bor...
2025-05-0522 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesThe Art of Email Marketing: Insights for Insurance AgentsCrafting Effective Email Strategies for Insurance Prospects and ClientsIn this episode of the "Insurance Business Babes" podcast, Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff delve into the nuances of email communication in the insurance industry, offering a treasure trove of insights for agents looking to refine their approach.Client Communication: Less is MoreKathe begins by detailing her client email strategy, which revolves around sending just one email per month to prevent overwhelming her clients. This strategic choice not only respects her clients' inbox space but ensures that each communication is valued and not...
2025-04-0721 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesFrom Busy Work to Profit: The Importance of Tracking in InsuranceUnderstanding the Importance of Tracking Metrics in Insurance BusinessIn our latest episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff delve into a crucial aspect of managing an insurance business: metrics. These essential tools can transform a fledgling side hustle into a thriving enterprise by offering insights into profitability, productivity, and growth opportunities.Profit Tracking and Expense ManagementAs Joanna emphasizes, "Profit is crucial in any business." Understanding your financial health involves more than just knowing your gross income. It’s vital to assess net income by tracking al...
2025-03-3134 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesBuilding Scalable Insurance OperationsScaling Your Insurance Business: Strategies and ToolsIn the latest episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff explore the crucial topic of scaling an insurance business. They share insights and practical advice on how to efficiently manage and grow a client base without sacrificing time or resources.Joanna and Kathe emphasize the importance of leveraging technology to enhance business operations. A prime example they discuss is the use of VOIP phone systems, like RingCentral or Dialpad, that not only record calls but also provide AI-generated summaries. This feature allows...
2025-03-2434 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesHow to change UplinesNavigating the Transition: Changing Your Upline in the Insurance IndustryIn the dynamic world of insurance, making the decision to change your upline involves careful consideration and strategic planning. As discussed by Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff in the "Insurance Business Babes" podcast, understanding the intricacies of this process is crucial to making a smooth transition.Understanding the Release ProcessBefore initiating a move, agents must understand the release process. It’s essential to have a conversation with your current upline, expressing your intention and discussing any financial investments made, such as marketing fu...
2025-03-1739 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesThe Small World of Insurance: Never Underestimate Carrier ConnectionsBuilding Strong Relationships with Carrier RepsIn the latest episode of the "Insurance Business Babes" podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff stress the significance of cultivating strong relationships with carrier reps in the insurance industry. Through anecdotes and practical advice, they highlight the advantages of such alliances.The Importance of Carrier ConnectivityKathe opens with a reminder that while frustrations with carriers are common, maintaining a good rapport with them is invaluable. She shares a recent experience where her patience and initiative in engaging with her carrier rep, Fred, turned a potentially...
2025-03-0323 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesReduce your Hours by Going LocalLocal Marketing: A Game-Changer for Insurance AgentsIn this week's episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff elaborated on the power and efficiency of focusing on local marketing. Here are some key insights from their conversation.Kathe shares her experience since moving from California to South Carolina in 2019. She initially saw a decrease in client acquisition but eventually achieved remarkable growth by focusing on her new neighborhood. For instance, in 2022, Kathe managed to get 103 new clients by primarily concentrating on a local marketing, including a specialized Facebook group. She...
2025-02-1038 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesManaging Bias, Burnout, and Business Growth in InsuranceIn this episode of "Insurance Business Babes," Joanna Wyckoff shares a challenging incident where a client was unwilling to engage with her assistant due to racial bias. This underscores the ongoing issues of discrimination that persist even in professional settings. Joanna emphasizes the importance of her office process, where clients must communicate with her assistant for scheduling—allowing her to focus on more critical insurance matters.Kathe Kline suggests tools like Calendly for online scheduling, yet Joanna points out that some clients still prefer or are unaware of these digital methods. Kathe’s alternative approach to managing her...
2025-02-0339 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowTransforming Your Space How Organization Enhances Joy and Reduces ChaosIn this episode of the "Rock Your Retirement" podcast, host Kathe Kline and long term guest Barbara Mock delve into the transformative power of organization. The conversation begins with Barbara sharing her recent accomplishments in organizing her home, particularly her closet. As she walks into her newly organized space, she describes the happiness and satisfaction it brings her. Her move and subsequent downsizing prompted her to evaluate what possessions truly matter, leading to a gradual organization process that culminated in a partnership with Closets by Design for a custom closet installation. Barbara explains the practical...
2025-02-0324 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesOEP: It's time to Refresh and Revitalize your Business!In the latest episode of the "Insurance Business Babes," hosts Joanna Wyckoff and Kathe Kline dove into an insightful discussion on balancing business growth with maintaining a fulfilling lifestyle. The hosts address the age-old debate: Should one scale their business for greater financial gain, or prioritize a simpler, more content life?Kathe shared an anecdote about a Mexican fisherman content with his modest, yet fulfilling life, contrasting with the American tourist's ambition to scale his income. Kathe resonated with the fisherman, advocating for a business that sustains her financially without demanding aggressive expansion. Her...
2025-01-2748 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowReviewing "Die with Zero"In this episode of "Rock Your Retirement," host Kathe Kline welcomes Barbara, our long-term guest who delves into the thought-provoking concepts introduced in the book "Die with Zero" by Bill Perkins. The episode kicks off with Barbara explaining how she was recommended the book by a listener, and why its principles deviate from traditional financial advice. The book, which challenges the norm of scrimping and saving for retirement, advocates for living a rich, experience-filled life. The key premise is that individuals should aim to spend their money on creating memories and enjoying life rather than hoarding wealth...
2025-01-0627 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesWhat will you do differently in 2025?As we leave the 2024 enrollment period, the ladies stress the necessity of evaluating what works and pivoting to more effective strategies. Joanna emphasizes refining actions proactively, while Kathe advises maintaining an inventory of time and actions to ensure maximum productivity. They underline the value of carrier training sessions, which mitigate inefficiencies and frustrations in handling applications, thereby keeping your operations smooth and profitable.Joanna passionately advocates for diversifying services. It's essential not just to focus solely on Medicare but to include products like critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance. Cross-selling has proved financially beneficial...
2025-01-0642 minThe enduraLAB Podcast
The enduraLAB PodcastEpisode 03 - Longevity Through Fitness and Medicine (with Dr. Kathe Supavong)How can fitness and medicine work together to help you live a longer, healthier life? In this episode of the enduraLAB Podcast, Lee, Isis, and Jarod sit down with Dr. Kathe Supavong, a physician passionate about longevity and holistic health.Dr. Kathe shares her insights on the keys to thriving as you age, how small, consistent habits can transform your well-being, and why fitness plays a pivotal role in overall health. She also opens up about her personal experience as a member of enduraLAB and what makes our community the perfect fit for her journey....
2024-12-081h 11Rock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowHow to Enjoy Retirement on a Budget In this episode of "Rock Your Retirement," Kathe Kline and Barbara Mock discuss a range of affordable living and travel options for seniors, particularly focused on those with limited financial means. Addressing concerns about the targeted demographic of the show, Kathe and Barbara dive into practical solutions for managing housing expenses, such as selling a home and moving to a more cost-effective area or exploring reverse mortgages, despite potential inheritance implications. They also introduce the concept of "home share," where senior services connect home providers with seekers, offering shared living arrangements that reduce costs and...
2024-12-0234 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStreamlining Medicare Enrollments Tips and Tricks for Agents (Part 2 of Plan Shutdowns...)Crisis Alert: Navigating Plan Closures and Provider DisruptionsAs agents in the ever-evolving landscape of Medicare, staying ahead of substantial changes is critical. The latest episode of Insurance Business Babes tackled urgent and pressing issues of plan closures and provider disruptions, highlighted by hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff.This year, Kathe Kline faced the daunting reality of 18 Medicare plans closing in her area. It's not just about informing clients; it's about comprehensive client care. Preceding the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), Kathe's assistant diligently sent out notifications and made follow-up calls to ensure that no...
2024-11-2523 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesPlan Shutdowns and Automation: An AEP Survival GuideCrisis Alert: Navigating Plan Closures and Provider DisruptionsAs agents in the ever-evolving landscape of Medicare, staying ahead of substantial changes is critical. The latest episode of Insurance Business Babes tackled urgent and pressing issues of plan closures and provider disruptions, highlighted by hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff.This year, Kathe Kline faced the daunting reality of 18 Medicare plans closing in her area. It's not just about informing clients; it's about comprehensive client care. Preceding the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), Kathe's assistant diligently sent out notifications and made follow-up calls to ensure that no...
2024-11-1826 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesManaging Bias, Burnout, and Business Growth### Overcoming Bias in Client InteractionsIn this episode of "Insurance Business Babes," Joanna Wyckoff shares a challenging incident where a client was unwilling to engage with her assistant due to racial bias. This underscores the ongoing issues of discrimination that persist even in professional settings. Joanna emphasizes the importance of her office process, where clients must communicate with her assistant for scheduling—allowing her to focus on more critical insurance matters.### Leveraging Technology for Scheduling and RetentionKathe suggests tools like Calendly for online scheduling, yet Joanna points out that some clients still pr...
2024-11-1139 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowBreaking the Cycle of NegativityKathe Kline and Barbara Mock go for an unscripted and heartfelt discussion on the topic of negativity, particularly among individuals aged 60 and older. Although Barbara is known for her unfailing positivity, she steps up to offer insights and advice on dealing with negativity in aging communities. The episode dives into various scenarios where older adults often exhibit pessimistic and critical attitudes, exploring the underlying reasons and potential remedies for such behavior. Kathe shares her personal experience of managing a large Facebook group within her community, where she has encountered various instances of negativity. She relays a particular...
2024-11-0428 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#114 T-Hailand, das Mallorca Asiens!Ein Reiseführer ohne Reiseführung. Achtung: Diese Shownotes hat eine KI erstellt. Ist aber ganz geil… In dieser Episode diskutieren Käthe und Dobbi über ihre aktuellen Stimmungen, die Erlebnisse in Thailand und die Veränderungen, die das Land in den letzten Jahren durchgemacht hat. Sie reflektieren über persönliche Erfahrungen, Sportereignisse und die Bedeutung von Feiertagen wie Halloween in Deutschland. Die Unterhaltung ist geprägt von Humor und persönlichen Anekdoten. In dieser Episode diskutieren Käthe und Dobbi humorvoll über die Herausforderungen und Erfahrungen am Hamburger Flughafen, einschließlich der langen Wartezeiten, der unzureichenden Logistik und d...
2024-11-0146 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowSpecial Bonds: What Barbara Learned on a Trip with Her GranddaughterIn this heartfelt episode of the "Rock Your Retirement" podcast, Kathe and Barbara discuss a cherished tradition they each hold dear: taking their grandchildren or nieces and nephews on special trips. The episode opens with Kathe sharing how she and her sister, who have no children of their own, make it a point to take their nieces and nephews on memorable graduation trips. This sets the stage for Barbara to share her own recent experience of a special trip she took with her almost-twelve-year-old granddaughter, Paisley. Barbara recounts the entire adventure, from the initial planning...
2024-10-0428 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesHow the Inflation Reduction Act Reforms Medicare Part D Plans in 2025Understanding Medicare Part D and the Inflation Reduction ActKathe Kline is joined by Andrew Saul, Sales Director at Physicians Mutual, to delve into the complexities surrounding Medicare Part D and the changes ushered in by the Inflation Reduction Act. Key points of discussion included the new $2,000 out-of-pocket cap and its impact on seniors, along with price negotiation for prescription drugs.One of the major hurdles discussed was the inability of Medicare to negotiate drug prices, which has historically driven up costs for seniors. Andrew Saul illustrated this disparity with the example of Eliquis, a...
2024-09-3040 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesClient Retention Strategies Amid Medicare Plan DisruptionsNavigating Medicare Plan Changes: Key Strategies for Insurance AgentsIn our latest episode of "Insurance Business Babes," hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive deeply into the essentials of managing Medicare plan changes and the importance of timely communication with clients. Here are the most critical takeaways and strategies discussed to ensure a smooth transition during plan updates.Joanna Wyckoff emphasizes the importance of contacting clients as early as possible to lock in new Medicare plans, minimizing coverage gaps and anxiety. Starting communications with clients whose plans are leaving their county first ensures that they...
2024-09-2337 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesLast Minute AEP preparation tipsLast-Minute AEP Preparation: Key Strategies from Industry ExpertsAs we approach the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), ensuring that your preparations are comprehensive and efficient is critical for a successful season. In this episode of Insurance Business Babes, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff shared valuable insights and strategies for last-minute AEP prep. Here’s a summary of their advice to help you navigate through this busy time.The hosts emphasized the importance of staying updated on market changes and new regulations, particularly in light of the Inflation Reduction Act and its ef...
2024-09-1626 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesSurviving Major Carrier Compensation Cuts: Insights and Strategies for BrokersNavigating the Shifting Landscape of Medicare Plans: Insights from Insurance Business BabesIn a recent episode of the ever-insightful "Insurance Business Babes" podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff delve into pressing issues facing insurance brokers and their clients in the Medicare universe. From the discontinuation of broker commissions to the underappreciated importance of ancillary insurance plans, the conversation offers valuable guidance for both professionals and clients.Kathe Kline opens the episode expressing her deep frustration with a significant insurance carrier halting broker payments for prescription drug plans (PDPs). This development threatens to cut her...
2024-09-0925 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStage 8: Selling Your Medicare Business: Insights and Tips for a Smooth TransitionIn this episode of "Insurance Business Babes," host Kathe Kline is joined by guest Christian Brindle to discuss the intricacies of preparing for the transition or sale of a Medicare business. They differentiate between selling the entire business, which includes systems and leadership and tends to be more lucrative, and selling just the client book or policies, which is generally less profitable. They delve into key concepts such as EBITDA, earnouts, and the importance of knowing your business metrics. They also emphasize the necessity of proper succession planning to avoid losing the business's...
2024-09-0221 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStage 7: Acquiring and Managing a Sales TeamKathe and Joanna are preparing for AEP, so we're bringing you Stage 7 of a Medicare Agents business, originally aired on Christian Brindle's YouTube Channel.Kathe Kline and Christian Brindle delve into the intricate balance between managing a growing business and maintaining a manageable workload. They explore the challenges and potential benefits of hiring and managing a sales team, and the impact of technological advancements in the Medicare industry.### Reluctance to Manage DownlinesKathe Kline expresses her reluctance to sell or be responsible for a downline's marketing expenses, fearing it might adversely impact her earnings. Christian Brindle...
2024-08-2730 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesStage 6 of Medicare Business: Building Tweaking, and Maintaining SystemsJoanna and Kathe are still on vacation, so our latest episode of "Insurance Business Babes," is a replay of Christian Brindle and Kathe Kline where they discussed the sixth stage of a Medicare Agent's Business: The building Tweaking, and Maintaining Stage.**Building Robust Systems for Success**A major topic we delved into was the critical importance of building efficient systems, particularly through Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools. A CRM is indispensable for tracking client interactions, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong relationships. We emphasized that agents must control their data, rather than relying solely on carrier sites or...
2024-08-1940 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#109 Verschwörung am OstseestrandÜber Ferien und andere Theorien In der aktuellen Folge von 2G7 - Zwei Glorreiche Sieben, dreht sich alles um das Thema Ferien. Dobbi hat sich aufgemacht und besucht Käthe an der wunderschönen Ostsee, wo er gerade seine wohlverdiente Auszeit genießt. Käthe hat es sich in seinem gemütlichen Wohnwagen bequem gemacht und sogar ein kleines Tonstudio eingerichtet – praktisch und entspannt zugleich, damit Dobbi nichts zu meckern hat. Natürlich dauert es nicht lange, und die beiden kommen vom ursprünglichen Thema ab, verlieren sich in spannenden Gesprächen und landen schließlich irgendwo ganz anders...
2024-07-2847 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesThe Power of Proactive Client AttractionThe podcast hosts, Kathe and Joanna, discuss the challenges that prevent insurance agents from being successful. They start by describing a meme that one of Joanna's agents posted, which shows two lines of people - one line labeled "Hungry to win" that is much longer than the other line labeled "Hungry to do what winning requires." This illustrates how many agents are eager to succeed but not willing to put in the necessary work. Joanna shares that when she first entered the insurance industry, she had no sales experience coming from a government job, and found it very difficult to...
2024-05-1330 min2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben
2G7 - Die Zwei Glorreichen Sieben#105 Fine Dining!Genuss mit Gegenwind. Doppelgeburtstag bei 2G7 Käthe und Dobbi teilen sich den besonderen Umstand, dass sie beide im März zur Welt kamen – ein Zufall, der die Bindung zwischen ihnen nur verstärkt. Um diesen freudigen Zufall zu feiern und die Freundschaft zu ehren, beschließt Käthe, Dobbi zu einem exklusiven Abendessen einzuladen. Nicht irgendein Abendessen, sondern ein kulinarisches Erlebnis der Extraklasse – Fine Dining, wie es im Buche steht. Käthe lässt nichts dem Zufall überlassen, wählt sorgfältig das Menü und das Ambiente, um Dobbis Gaumen und Herz zu erfreuen. Doch wie reagiert Dobbi...
2024-03-2251 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesIt's time to Give up...to Grow Your BusinessIn this episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff dive into the topic of "giving up" certain things in order to grow your business. They emphasize that this is not about giving up in a negative way, but rather about letting go of clients, tasks, or habits that are not serving you well. Kathe shares a personal story about how she decided to give up a difficult client as a financial advisor. This client was berating her assistant, and Kathe realized that continuing to work with them was not a good use of her...
2023-12-2533 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesThe Importance of Educating Clients: Mental Health Benefits, Balance Billing, and Uncovered ServicesWelcome back to Insurance Business Babes, where we dive into the world of insurance and share our experiences as industry professionals. In today's episode, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff take a deep dive into the intricacies of insurance coverage, with a focus on Medicare and Medigap plans. They start by recounting a situation where a client received a letter stating that her doctor's office would no longer accept her Medigap plan, only to discover it was an error on the doctor's office's part. This highlights the importance of interpreting insurance letters and helping clients understand their benefits. Throughout the...
2023-12-1832 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesThe Power of Personal Branding: Joanna and Kathe Dissect Agent Practices in the Insurance IndustryIn today's episode, your hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff start the conversation about Short Term Care and then have a captivating discussion about the dark side of FMOs that want agents to be dependent on them. They explore the importance of agents taking ownership of their tools, such as call recording, CRM, and websites, and question why some agents choose carrier business cards over personal branding. Join them as they share their own personal branding stories and discuss the power of branding oneself instead of relying solely on the upline or company names. They also uncover the deceptive practices...
2023-12-1129 minInsurance Business Babes
Insurance Business BabesNavigating AEP and Building a Successful Insurance Business: A Candid ConversationIn this episode, hosts Kathe Kline and Joanna Wyckoff have a lively conversation about various topics in the insurance industry. They discuss the challenges of dealing with spam emails and social media sales pitches, the importance of personalizing sales approaches, and the risks of relying too heavily on carriers for client communication. Kathe also shares her experience with setting up a directory and the benefits of having high-quality leads. Joanna talks about the pitfalls of building a downline and the need for balance between agent and consumer-focused materials. Additionally, they touch on the advantages of using virtual assistants and the...
2023-11-2026 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowPickleball, Purpose, and the Delights of Retirement ExplorationIn this episode of "Rock Your Retirement," host Kathe Kline welcomes guest Betsy again, who shares her recent adventures in retirement. Betsy talks about her upcoming trip to Italy during a less busy time of year, detailing their plans to navigate the country using buses and taxis, as well as hiring a private driver for a few days. She looks forward to visiting iconic sites like Pompeii and the Isle of Capri, with private tours and boat trips on the agenda. The conversation takes a turn towards Betsy's newfound hobbies in retirement, including taking CPR and first aid classes, as...
2023-11-0648 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowA Journey of Retirement: Nurturing Bonds, Overcoming Challenges, and Embracing the Golden YearsIn this episode of the Rock Your Retirement Show, Betsy, a retired individual, opens up about the incredible bond she has formed with her elderly mother-in-law. Betsy recounts the recent incident where her mother-in-law suffered a compression fracture in her spine after falling out of bed. She explains how they had to rush her to the hospital and then to a rehab facility. Throughout this challenging time, Betsy has been there for her mother-in-law, assisting her with little tasks and gaining valuable insights into her life and experiences. As Betsy navigates the world of retirement, she also sheds light on...
2023-08-1420 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowExploring the World with Barbara: Navigating Health Care, Diesel Prices and House Sitting in an RV!In this episode, our long-term guest, Barbara, has been traveling around the United States in her RV since September. She is currently in an RV resort in Mesa, Arizona, and has been participating in activities such as painting and watercolor classes, Pickleball, golf, and lapidary. She has been enjoying the social aspect of the RV resort, attending concerts and Food Truck Fridays, and making friends with Canadian RVers. However, she has also encountered challenges, such as expensive diesel prices, limited space, finding mail and prescriptions, and navigating health care options. She has also learned about Canadian RVers' struggles due to...
2023-02-2034 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#66 Metalldetektoren auf der Route 66 Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt fertigen Spritzer, FRANZ. Moritz trinkt Limoncello Spritzer, Achtel GV, Domäne Krems, Stadtkeller 2021, Achtel Soda, Schuss Limoncello Mitbringsel der Woche: Moritz hat die neue Staffel von Killing Eve im Gepäck. Käthe haut auf die Ohren: LP: To the Moon von Easy Giant sowie die LP von Hemanos Gutiérrez: Hoy como ayer.
2022-06-171h 02Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#65 Royales Halbwissen Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe hat n Sauvignon Blanc im Glas, vom Sattlerhof, 21, Südsteiermark. Moritz trinkt Gemischten Satz, Oma Zahel, 2021. Empfehlungen der Woche: Moritz hat die Serie "Gaslit" im Gepäck. Käthe bringt n Sommersalatrezept mit. Hört selbst.
2022-06-101h 08Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#63 Wer ist eigentlich Harry? Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt Muskateller Secco, Christian Kern, 2021 Moritz trinkt gespritzt: Grünen Veltliner, Fuchs-Steinklammer, 2021 Mitbringsl der Woche: Moritz bringt die neue Kevin Morby LP mit: "This is a photograph" Käthe empfiehlt Die Alles gesagt-Podcast Folge mit Christian Boros
2022-05-2749 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#58 Omikron & Ochsenknecht Für Geist & Gaumen in difficult times: Käthe trinkt Gin Tonic, Tanqueray Moritz hat Whiskey im Glas, Single Malt, Glenfiddich Mitbringsel der Woche: Auf die Ohren gibts hoch drei: Käthe empfiehlt die neue alt-j LP "The Dream" Moritz hat die neue LP von L'impératrice "Tako Tsubo" dabei. Außerdem hat Moritz ne neue Playlist gemacht
2022-02-2547 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowRetirement journey updates with Kathe and BarbaraWe update the listener on Kathe and her journey toward retirement and also give an update on Barbara Mock’s retirement adventures.
2022-02-2142 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#57 Eine Hochzeit & kein Todesfall Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe trinkt Grünen Veltliner "Ant" vom Weingut Reisinger. Moritz hat auch n Grünen Veltliner vom Graf von Kreutzen, NÖ Mitbringsel der Woche: Käthe empfiehlt die Serie "Kranitz - Bei Trennung Geld Zurück" in der ARD Mediathek. Moritz hat das Buch "Ein erhabenes Königreich" von Yaa Gyasi.
2022-02-1850 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#56 Trendsetter:innen im Großstadtflair Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe trinkt ihren Wichtelwein: Rosé, "Rose Montrose", Bernard et Olivier Coste, Frankreich, 2020 Moritz trinkt einen "Nussdorfer" Riesling, Bio, Huber, Traisental, 2020 Mitbringsel der Woche: Käthe hat den Gebrüder Kaulitz Podcast im Gepäck: "Kaulittz Hills - Senf aus Hollywood" Moritz bringt euch die LP "Laurel Hell" von Mitski mit.
2022-02-1133 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#52 Jubiläumspracht, Heilige Nacht Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe trinkt Frizzante "Blauer Pöltl" Moritz trinkt Cremant de Bordeaux, Jean Sablenay Auf die Ohren: Moritz empfiehlt die LP "Sgt Culpepper" von Joel Culpepper Käthe bringt 10 Fragen zum Jahresende von Edition F mit
2021-12-2455 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#49 Zu Kurz kommt bei uns keine:r Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe hat einen Gelben Muskateller vom Pollerhof im Glas. Moritz trinkt einen Riesling (Bio), 2020, Huber. Empfehlungen der Woche: Käthe hat die ZDF-Doku "Was ist deutsch?" dabei. Moritz empfiehlt den Instagram-Kanal "poetryisnotaluxury"
2021-12-0342 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#43 Lars Eidinger singt Karaoke im Wald. Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe hat einen Weissen Burgunder vom Weingut Geyerhof, Niederösterreich. Moritz trinkt mal wieder rot: Cuvée Carnuntum, Weingut Payr Empfehlungen der Woche: Auf die Ohren und ins Hirn: Käthe bringt uns einenNewsletter von Matze Hielscher mit Moritz hat das neue Album von KIngs of Convenience mit: Peace or Love.
2021-10-0842 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#42 Spiele, Spaß und die Wahl Für Geist und Gaumen: Moritz trinkt: Gemischten Satz, Weingut Wegenstein, 2020 Käthe ist verschnupft und trinkgt Lammsbräu Pils alkoholfrei Aufs Hirn und Auge: Käthe empfiehlt die Dokureihe "Lebenslinien", BR Moritz empfiehlt den Film "Bac Nord", Netflix Die World Press Photo Ausstellungen ist noch bis 24.10. im Westlicht, Wien zu sehen.
2021-10-0143 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#36 Wildly lost Outfits Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt: "Baba", Bio Weinschorle (Riesling), Fatih Kasoglu, Kempten Moritz trinkt mal wieder: GV, Bründlmayer 2020, Langenlois, Niederösterreich Auf die Ohren: Moritz empfiehlt: das neue Billie Eilish Album: Happier than Ever Fürs Hirn: Käthe empfiehlt ein Buch: "Kreativität & Selbstbewusstsein" von David & Tom Kelley
2021-08-0650 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#29 Käseautomat im Mehrfamilienhaus Für Geist & Gaumen: Käthe trinkt "Frucht" vom Abril, Cuvee aus Muskateller & Muskaris, Baden-Würtemberg Moritz hat endlich wieder n Riesling im Glas, Bründlmayer, Langenlois Zum Abschalten empfiehlt Moritz "Ragnarok" auf Netflix - unbezahlte Werbung. Käthe hat n Rezept auf Lager,bitte reinhören: Sommer Frische Küche: Grüner Spargel mit Burrata mit Zitronevinaigrette. Und wir freuen uns sehr, denn BOY hat endlich ne neue Single: Fit back in.
2021-06-041h 00Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#25 Dornbirn knackt - die Kurze Für Geist & Gaumen: Moritz trinkt Bründelmeyer: Grüner Veltliner, 2020, Langenlois Käthe trinkt: Cuvée (Grauburgunder, Riesling) "Be Happy", Schäfer Heinreich, Heilbronn Zum Abschalten, was zum Einschalten: Käthe empfiehlt die Netflix Serie: Haus des Geldes Auf die Ohren gibts von Moritz: Neue LP von Danger Dan: Das ist alles von Kunstfreiheit gedeckt
2021-05-0737 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#23 Bartborsten und (k)ein Preis für Basti Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt 'n Grünen Veltliner, Rosensteig 2019, Geyerhof Moritz trinkt einen Gemischten Satz, 2020, Zahel Auf die Ohren gibt's von Ohren Käthe eine Podcastempfehlung Moritz empfiehlt "Das Café der Existenzialisten" von Sarah Blackwell im C.-H.Beck-Verlag erschienen
2021-04-231h 15Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#22 Die Nix Passiert Folge Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt einen gelben Traminer, Weingut Gschaar, Steiermark Moritz trinkt einen grünen Veltliner Gruber Röschitz, Niederösterreich Diese Woche haben wir TV/ Streaming Empfehlungen für Euch: Moritz emphielt "LOL - last one laughing" sowie "Cyrnobel" Käthe rät zu Wohlfühlmomenten in den Bergen: "Daheim in den Bergen: Die Bienenkönigin", Freitag, 16.04. 20:15 ARD
2021-04-1648 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#21 Kaffeebohnen, Salatherzen und andere Neurosen Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe genießt einen Weißburgunder, Störrlein & Krenig, Randersacker am Main Moritz hat einen Chardonnay, 2017, Andreas Gsellmann, Burgenland im Glas Empfehlungen der Wochen - wie immer unbezahlte Werbung: Käthe empfiehlt "Einfach Wein" einen Buchguide von Aldo Sohm Moritz hat Drangsal verschlafen und empfiehlt die Band zwei Jahre zu spät Außerdem rät Moritz zu ner spritzigen Erfrischung: Enzian Limo
2021-04-091h 10Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#19 Schnaps & Schinkenpizza - unsere Bubble platzt Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt den Riesling "Glow Glow",Pauline Baumberger, 2019, Rheinland Pfalz Moritz probiert mal Alkoholfrei: Le petit Béret blanc, Profil Sauvignon, Languedoc, FR Für Gaumen und Bauch: Käthe empfiehlt Ottolenghi "Simple" Auf die Ohren gibts von Moritz: Crucchi Gang Fürs Auge und Hirn war Barbara hier unterwegs Und noch eine Empfehlung von Babs für alle Münchner
2021-03-261h 58Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#17 Kohlrabi in der Bergdisco Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt einen Grünen Veltliner, 2019 vom Weingut Taubenschuss Moritz bleibt in der Stadt und genehmigt sich einen Wiener Gemischten Satz vom Cobenzl, 2019 Auf die Ohren: Käthe empfiehlt den morgigen Clubtag auf FM4 Moritz empfiehlt Matthew Halsall "Salute to the Sun"
2021-03-121h 06Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#15 Die Random-Folge Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe hat im Glas: Glückssau - Cuvée weiß, 2019 (Gewürztraminer, Rieslaner), Moritz trinkt: Goldmuskateller, 2019 - beides vom Weingut Hauer, Bad Dürkheim, Pfalz Moritz empfiehlt den Film Nevrland Käthe putzt Fenster mit (unbezahlter Werbung)
2021-02-2643 minMit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#13 Privata und Privatus in der Goldschlange Diese Woche für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt: Scheurebe, Weingut Gschaar, Steiermark Moritz trinkt: Welschriesling, Weingut Eduard Tscheppe, Steiermark Empfehlungen der Woche beide mal auf die Ohren: Käthe empfiehlt den Schweizer Radiosender GDS.FM Moritz
2021-02-121h 09Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#12 Tschüssi ist eigentlich wie Hallihallo (nur zum Abschluss) Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe hat mal wieder Prosecco im Glas: La Gioiosa rosea, Venetien Moritz trinkt einen Grünen Veltliner 2019, Reisinger, Weinviertel NÖ Empfehlungen der Woche: Käthe empfhielt "Zwischen Ruhm und Ehre liegt die Nacht" von Andrea Petković, bei Kiepenheuer & Witsch erschienen Moritz rät zu "Vom Ende des Gemeinwohls" von Michael J. Sande im S.Fischer Verlag erschienen
2021-02-051h 24Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#11 Warum wir positive Menschen sind Auf die Ohren: Käthe empfiehlt den RadioGarden Moritz empfiehlt eine Politik Podcast Serie Für Geist und Gaumen: Käthe trinkt einfach mal den Kerner Süßwein vom Lahm, Rheinhessen Moritz greift wieder zum GV vom Malat, Kremstal
2021-01-291h 18Mit Spritzer und Esprit
Mit Spritzer und Esprit#5 Soziale Phase und Käthe hört nicht zu. Unsere Weihnachtsfilme: Käthe guckt gern Single Bells Moritz guckt gern: The Family Stone Auf die Ohren gibts von Käthe: Khruangbin zum Verschenken für Klein & Groß empfiehlt Moritz: "Das NEINhorn" von Marc-Uwe Kling und Astrid Henn, Carlsen Verlag) für Gaumen und Geist diese Woche vielerlei: Andauer Cuvée weiß vom Hannes Reeh, Burgenland Wiener Gemischter Satz vom Weingut Fuchs-Steinklammer, Wien Irden, Roter Veltliner vom Soellner, Wagram, Achtung: Orange Wein Mavie, Cuvée rot (M, CF, ZW) vom Muenzenrieder, Burgenland
2020-12-181h 08Rock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowKathe Guests on Hillbilly Nerd Talk to talk about Retirement – Ep 207As we’re getting ready to make major life changes, we’re consulting with an expert on making the next phase of life the best it can be. Kathe Kline of RockYourRetirement.com and The Rock Your Retirement Podcast joins us to talk about more than finances moving into “after work years”. Kathe shares with us great tips about being prepared for retirement, planning together, not being tied to “stuff”, and Meetup.com. Retirement There are so many people that don’t want to retire. Take my husband, for example, Les is financially able to retire, he doesn’t work per se, for mone...
2019-12-301h 24Rock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowKathe Joins the Retire Hoppy Show to Discuss Health Shares – Episode 192This is Angie, the Rock Your Retirement producer. Kathe has been featured in other podcasts over the years. This episode takes you back to 2017, where Kathe appeared on the Retire Hoppy Podcast. We hope you enjoy it. And while you're enjoying our podcast, can you do us a quick favor? Click on this link to join the Retirement Community and Rock Your Retirement at http://www.rockyourretirement.com/group. One challenge of early retirement is finding affordable health insurance. Enter Health shares a more cost effective option for some. On this episode, I joined Roy Weinberg and Ted Carr of R...
2019-09-1620 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowTop 10 Most Downloaded Episodes of 2018HERE'S THE LIST OF THE TOP 10 MOST DOWNLOADED PODCAST IN 2018 * Episode 135 – Downsize your Home and your Life by Kathy Gottberg* Episode 141 – Retire Early and Travel Part 1 by Keith and Tina Paul* Episode 117 – Finding Meaning and Purpose in Retirement by Fritz Gilbert* Episode 143 – Tips for a Great Retirement Experience by Randy Gardner* Episode 116 – Six Pillars of Retirement by Kathe Kline* Episode 142 – Retire Early and Travel Part 2 by Keith and Tina Paul* Episode 123 – Longevity and Staying Young by Judy Gaman* Episode 121 – How Seasonal Jobs can Help you Rock Your Retirement by Kelcy Fowler and Matt Moore* Episode 138 – Men and Women in Retirement by Dr. Sara Yogev* Episode...
2018-12-3125 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowLes and Kathe’s AirBNB Experience (Hotel Alternative): Ep 115Les and Kathe talk about their AirBNB Experience! Why did they use AirBNB* and why is it a great hotel alternative? Les' brother invited us to watch his team play in the Rose Bowl. It was last minute.  Right after his time won.  We said yes, and immediately started looking for a hotel room.  But, oh no…all of the hotels were fully booked. EVERYTHING was sold out. The nearest available hotel was in Los Angeles, which was WAY to far! We had to find a hotel alternative if we wanted to see our family.  As a lark, I started checki...
2018-02-2628 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowRE021: Carob and QuillingHenry went on vacation to a Carob factory! He visited a tourist attraction called Carobana, and discovered that one of the owners, Jean Hamey, had a lot more to talk about than just carob!  She and her husband Ian operate Carobana, which is a tourist attraction, and a factory, which manufactured Carob coated treats. If you have never seen carob, it is a large seed pod of the carob tree.  We actually have them in San Diego where I (Kathe) live.  First you remove the seeds.  Then you dry and powder the pod.   Jean explains the rest of the process in the i...
2017-06-0939 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowDocuments we need to have a great retirement: Episode 73I asked Karin to come on the show to talk to us about the documents we need to have a great retirement. Karin Schumacher has been an attorney since 2001. She is regarded as compassionate, accomplished, and dedicated at Elder Law & Advocacy, Legal Aid Society, and San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program. She has effectively served over 12,000 clients. She talks about her grandfather who was a very “well to do” business owner. (He owned 3 auto supply stores). At the time he passed away in 1975, he had over ten million dollars. He wanted his children and his grandchildren to receive that. The problem was...
2017-05-0831 minRock Your Retirement Show
Rock Your Retirement ShowFriday Retired Excited Show: Introduction to Henry: RE001We've brought on a new host to Rock Your Retirement.  Henry Shapiro, host of Retired Excited. Henry IS retired, and when he started thinking that managing a show was too much for him, I invited him to bring his past episodes to Rock Your Retirement so they wouldn't be lost. We'll be bringing an archived show over each week for your enjoyment.  Then as he has times, he may bring some additional episodes over. We hope he does.  So when you hear “Retired Excited” don't feel that you're lost.  Our plan is to release the Retired Excited episodes with Henry on Friday...
2017-02-1021 min