Admit it: you’re obsessed with royal families – watching them, gossiping about them, wanting to be them. It’s the stuff of fantasy. But for real life royals, the crown jewels can be more like shiny handcuffs. There are expectations and rules – and if you break them, the consequences are big, and very public. And no, we’re not just talking about Harry and Meghan. There are royal families and wild royal tales from around the world and throughout history that you have never heard before. From W ...
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Every Tuesday, Judging Meghan explores stories that prove our strength and resilience as human beings. Featured guests include Dr. Nadine Macaluso (as portrayed by Margot Robbie in "The Wolf of Wall Street"), Ariana Kukors-Smith (Olympic Gold Medalist), Elisa Donovan (Author & Actress), Nikki DeLoach (Actress & Philanthropist), Candy Finnigan (Addiction Specialist, Star of A&E’s, Intervention) Diane Foley (Activist & Mother of Slain Journalist James Foley), Will Jimeno (Author, 9/11 Survivor ...
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The podcast for family business leaders with a generational mindset. Meghan Lynch and her 8-year-old son Henry interview the stewards of enduring brands to uncover what makes the difference between fleeting success and a lasting legacy.
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Attorney and partner Meghan Henry, who also hosted a podcast, has joined Cruser Mitchell, and is launching a new podcast that delves into the world of Claims. With a wide range of guests from across the industry, the podcast learns about the claims process, through anecdotes from many perspectives of the insurance business.
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Every week, Pop Culture with Chanté Joseph digs deep into the stories we can’t stop talking about. If you love pop and internet culture, and want to get into how it's shaping and impacting our lives, then subscribe to this show. We talk about things like: funny memes, showbiz stories, internet culture, celebrity news, gossip, Tiktok, Twitter, X, true crime stories, beauty, relationships, dating, hit TV shows, films, movies, Netflix, entertainment, American culture, AI, social media, Black Br ...
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Making the Grade is an education podcast for current & former teachers to share notes, define success & assess their own happiness in the classroom and beyond. Throughout history in the US, teaching has been an essential profession that supports the next generation. However, as the world continues to evolve, the education system seems to be years behind in many ways. “Making the Grade” explores the metrics of success in the modern-day classroom with current and former educators. We dive into ...
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Join Stuart McLeod as he interviews the world's top accounting leaders to understand their story, how they operate, their goals, mission, and top advice to help you run your accounting firm.
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Meditation and Mindful Living with Henry Shukman, Author, Poet and Zen Teacher
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This episode I welcome the insightful Henry Shukman, an author, poet, and spiritual director emeritus of the Mountain Cloud Zen Center. Henry shares his profound journey from a childhood filled with trauma to a life dedicated to mindfulness and awakening. Together, we delve into the healing power of nature, the importance of new beginnings each day…
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How to Nurture a Generational Company Culture with Ruth Lund
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In this episode of Building Unbreakable Brands, host Meghan Lynch, brand strategist and advisor to generational family businesses, interviews Ruth Lund, co-founder and CEO of True North Culture Advisors. Ruth, who also serves as a Vistage Chair for a leading CEO peer group in the Greater Boston area, brings a wealth of experience in working with co…
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The Six Wives of King Henry VIII: Jane Seymour | 33
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Jane Seymour was a seemingly unremarkable woman destined to live on the fringes of other people's great lives – until she catches the eye of the king. Now that she has a better future in sight, Jane will use everything she’s learned at court to ensure that she becomes Henry’s third queen. But marrying Henry will turn out to be the easy part. After …
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This week, host Meghan Henry and her co-host Nick Daly talk to Beth Diamond, who serves as Group Chief Claims and Litigation Officer and is an executive board member. She manages an industry-leading team servicing claims from a diverse variety of specialty insurance lines. Additionally, she leads in the development of an oversight model for all lit…
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Can Strictly survive its biggest scandal?
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This week, Chanté sits down with pop culture writer and Strictly Come Dancing fan Michael Hogan to discuss the latest Strictly scandal and why the show is such a big deal in the UKBy The Guardian
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Safety First: A Mother's Loss Becomes Her Biggest Fight with Brenda Mcgaw
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In this episode, I’m joined by Brenda Mcgaw, a courageous mother who turned personal tragedy into a mission to save lives. Brenda shares the inspiring and heart-wrenching story of her daughter, Shea-Lynn, a vibrant and driven young woman whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 16 due to a momentary lapse in wearing her seatbelt. Despite t…
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII: Anne Boleyn Part 2 | 31
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In Part One, Anne climbed the ranks and became Henry’s second wife. Now she has to make up where the last queen failed and give Henry a male heir. But when that proves easier said than done, Henry’s eyes start to wander…right over to Anne’s new lady-in-waiting, Jane Seymour. Anne wants to stop history from repeating itself. But she has no idea how …
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Writer-director Rapman on creating Netflix’s global smash hit Supacell
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This week, Chanté Joseph meets Rapman, the writer and director of Supacell, one of the most watched shows on Netflix, to discuss what it takes to make a hit series, how he’s redefining the superhero genre and what he plans to do nextBy The Guardian
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Slow Living & Productivity: a conversation with Productivity Coach & Consultant, Dr. Kate Henry
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S2 EP 031 | Slow Living & Productivity: a conversation with Productivity Coach & Consultant, Dr. Kate Henry In Episode 31 of Making the Grade, Georgia & Christine chat with Dr. Kate Henry, a former academic turned independent scholar and productivity coach. A local colleague of Christine’s, Kate shares her account of shifting her career goals once …
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII: Anne Boleyn Part 1 | 30
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Anne Boleyn has been painted by history as a woman-hating vixen who weaseled her way into being Queen number two. But the real story is way more complicated. Anne started out as a pious lady-in-waiting who garnered the King’s attention. When Henry’s interest grows into a full-blown obsession, Anne decides she wants to be more than just another mist…
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This week, Meghan and Jenn talk to Dionna Chambers from Bankers Insurance about social inflation and nuclear verdicts.By Meghan Henry
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The ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl and the making of TikTok stars
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Hailey Welch, AKA the ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl, is everywhere after her viral street interview. Chanté Joseph talks to the journalists Alaina Demopoulos and Cat Zhang about Welch’s overnight celebrity, the proliferation of street interviews on the platform and what this means for ‘virality’ in 2024By The Guardian
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Nature's Healing Power: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Peace with Banning Lyon
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In this episode of Judging Meghan, I’m joined by Banning Lyon, a trauma survivor, author, and backpacking guide. Banning shares his harrowing journey through a turbulent childhood filled with trauma, abuse, and unimaginable hardships, ultimately finding his way to recovery and thriving. Banning's story is one of resilience and hope, as he recounts …
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII: Catherine of Aragon Part 2 | 29
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In part one, Catherine’s once ideal marriage to Henry VIII started to sour when she didn't provide a son to inherit the throne. And now that he has a younger girlfriend, Henry is ready to do whatever it takes to replace and erase Catherine – and make Anne his new queen. But two decades on the throne have turned Catherine into a formidable opponent.…
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It’s festival season! But are festivals any good for the environment? This week Chanté chats to Lewis Jamieson of Music Declares Emergency and the Grammy-nominated House DJ Jayda G about how festivals can become more sustainable and why the music industry can be an important voice in the fight for climate justice. Jayda G’s documentary Blue Carbon …
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From Pain to Purpose: The Inspiring Mental Health Journey of Advocate and Speaker David Woods Bartley
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**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about mental health challenges, including depression, suicide, and sexual assault.** In this episode, I’m joined by David Woods Bartley, a TED Talk speaker and mental health advocate. David shares his incredible journey from battling mental illness to achieving mental wellness. As we close out Me…
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII: Catherine of Aragon, Part 1 | 28
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We mostly remember Henry VIII’s six wives because of their fate at the hands of history’s most notorious ex. But there’s so much more to them than divorce, death and beheadings. Henry’s first wife, Catherine of Aragon, was a Spanish princess who grew up believing that being Queen of England was her destiny and God-given right. But getting–and stayi…
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Lady Jane Grey ruled London for just nine days in 1553 before getting royally screwed by a power hungry Queen Mary I. But the creators of the new Amazon Prime series My Lady Jane are reclaiming Jane’s narrative, and building a world where Jane not only survives, but thrives. Brooke and Aricia sit down with the creator and showrunners of My Lady Jan…
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Ten years ago, misogyny in gaming reached new heights with Gamergate - an online harassment campaign and a right-wing backlash against female journalists and developers in the gaming industry. A decade later, Chanté Joseph talks to the Guardian’s video game editor Keza McDonald and Ash Parrish, a video game reporter for The Verge about what’s chang…
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Unlocking Happiness: A Guide to Navigating Crisis with Author, Coach, and Speaker Dr. Elia Gourgouris
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This episode I’m joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a coach, author, and speaker on happiness and well-being. In this episode, we explore the power of personal branding and how it affects women's lives. Learn about the detrimental self-labels many women face and how to redefine your brand through personal anecdotes and professional insights. We touch o…
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Queen Charlotte Part 2: The Queen’s Gambit | 27
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In part one, Queen Charlotte and King George III fell into the kind of love story you usually only see in movies. But when George's health takes a mysterious turn, Charlotte finds herself with more questions than answers. Now, George’s rivals – including his own son – are plotting to force him off the throne. Charlotte has to find the strength to t…
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This week, Meghan Henry chats with Nick Turdo, Director of Claims at Metrix 360 Risk ManagementBy Meghan Henry
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With Billie Eilish’s Lunch in the charts and queer female artists winning big at this year’s Grammy awards, Chanté Joseph speaks to the queer music writers Charis McGowan and Sean B O’Neill about the trend for authentic and sexually explicit queer female pop music, and how we got hereBy The Guardian
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Enduring for the Long Run: Diana Fitzpatrick and the Western States 100
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In this episode of Building Unbreakable Brands, Meghan Lynch sits down with Diana Fitzpatrick, attorney, runner, and board president of the Western States 100 Mile Endurance Run, the world's oldest 100-mile trail race. Since its inception in 1974, the Western States 100 has become one of the ultimate tests of endurance, embodying a rich history and…
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From Tech's Toll on Young Minds to Unpacking Modern Gambling Culture With Dr. Timothy Fong
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This episode I’m joined by Dr. Timothy Fong, a professor of psychiatry and co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program, to dive deep into the emotional complexities of adolescence, addiction, and the power of vulnerability. Dr. Fong highlights the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to addiction, emphasizing recovery …
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Queen Charlotte Part 1: Mad About You | 26
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Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz is a C-list princess from a tiny province who plans on living a lowkey life. But when the King of England asks for her hand, 17-year-old Charlotte finds herself thrust into the spotlight. Lucky for her, she and George III fall madly in love. But their fairy tale marriage is threatened when George falls prey to a my…
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This week, host Meghan Henry talks to Evelyn Eury from Crum & Forster about Navigating Your NetworkBy Meghan Henry
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Love Island and looksmaxxing: how are male beauty standards changing?
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As Love Island returns, Chanté Joseph speaks to former contestant Nas Majeed and Guardian writer Simon Usborne, about the increasing pressure to achieve the perfect male bodyBy The Guardian
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Student Advocacy & Activism: a Conversation with Advocate & Consultant, Kristen
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S2 EP 030 | Student Advocacy & Activism: a Conversation with Advocate & Consultant, Kristen For the 30th episode, a local MA teacher shares how she successfully fulfilled her dream of becoming a business owner. Kristen, a fellow MA teacher, transitioned from special education teacher to building an advocacy and consulting company focusing on studen…
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The Transformative Power of Female Friendships With Podcaster Nina Badzin
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This episode we’re delving into the transformative power of female friendships with special guest, Nina Badzin. Nina, the voice behind Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship and a seasoned writer on the topic since 2014, brings her wealth of knowledge and personal experiences to the table. We explore the dynamics of women's friendships, the impo…
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Seretse Khama of Bechuanaland Part 2: The Long Way Home | 22
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In part one, Seretse Khama of Bechuanaland convinced his people to accept his white, British wife Ruth, only to discover that Britain and South Africa had other ideas. Now, these world powers are trying to prevent him from ever becoming king. But Seretse refuses to accept it. He’s determined to find a way to keep his wife and rule his people….even …
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On this week's episode, Meghan and Jenn chat with Kathleen Cetola Strategic Claims & Litigation Management from US Acute Care SolutionsBy Meghan Henry
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Taylor Swift: cultural icon or turbo-capitalist?
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As Swift’s economy-shifting Eras tour comes to the UK, Chanté speaks to journalist and fan (but not ‘Swiftie’) Elle Hunt about the singer’s journey from country star to billionaire and asks whether her world domination is good for the music industryBy The Guardian
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Building Your Dream Team: Interview Strategies and Hiring Insights from Valonda Banks
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In this episode of Building Unbreakable Brands, Meghan Lynch speaks with Valonda Banks, a seasoned hiring practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience and the founder of Liberty Employment Solutions. Valonda’s expertise lies in employer branding, hiring strategy, and organizational development, making her a vital resource for generational busine…
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Empowering Change: One World Surgery's Stories of Impact and Inspiration with Lulu Daly and Dr. Mary Hannon
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This episode I’m joined by guests Lulu Daly from One World Surgery and Dr. Mary Hannon of South Bay MD. Lulu shares the incredible story of how a trip to Honduras transformed her family's life, leading to the creation of a life-saving organization. Discover the challenges they faced and the lives they’ve touched through their medical missions, incl…
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Seretse Khama of Bechuanaland Part 1: King of Hearts | 21
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Prince Seretse Khama was supposed to become the next king of the Bangwato tribe (in present day Botswana). But when, in the 1940s, he falls in love with a white British woman, their relationship sparks an international scandal. Powerful nations jump in to tear the couple apart and the crisis threatens Seretse’s crown. But he’s determined to be with…
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In this episode of Claims Never Sleep, Meghan and Jenn chat up Bill Mitchell – one of the founding partners of Cruser Mitchell. Bill recently won Defense Counsel of the Year from CLM, and share his forward thinking philosophy on settling cases and saving his clients thousands of dollars.By Meghan Henry
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Transforming Stress into Success: The 9 Pillars of Resilience with author and renowned Psychologist Dr. Stephen Sideroff
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This episode I’m joined by the esteemed Dr. Stephen Sideroff, a renowned psychologist and expert in resilience, longevity, and optimal performance. Dr. Sideroff shares his wisdom on managing stress, living in the moment, and finding balance in the chaos of life. His insights on turning stress into a tool for success and maintaining mental health ar…
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This two-part series is all about Richard III, a Medieval family man who finds himself navigating England’s real-life Game of Thrones. In part one, Richard grew up in the shadow of his big brother and learned how to tear it up on the battlefield. Now, he’s in a battle with his in-laws to lead the Kingdom. But the more Richard fights for his rightfu…
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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Laura Schoefer, VP of Claims at NBIS! 🌟In this insightful episode, we dive deep into investigating catastrophic construction losses and emphasize the crucial importance of early action when faced with catastrophic claims. Laura shares invaluable insights from her extensive experience in the field, sheddin…
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Tools and Tales for Thriving in a Family Business with Ira Bryck
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Join Meghan Lynch on Building Unbreakable Brands as she engages in a captivating conversation with Ira Bryck, a former fourth-generation clothing business owner turned family business educator and advisor. With over 25 years of firsthand experience in running his family's business and now coaching business leaders, Ira shares his unique insights on…
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The Power of Determination, A Heart Felt Conversation with Celebrity Fitness Expert, Author and Podcaster, Steve Jordan
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Today's episode I'm joined by Steve Jordan, a renowned fitness expert, podcaster, and author. Steve opens up about his traumatic brain injury, a life-altering experience that tested his resilience and ultimately paved his path to recovery. From being a top athlete and popular student to facing a near-death experience, Steve's story is a testament t…
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Richard III Part 1: Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? | 23
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Richard III has gone down in history as the hunchback king who killed his own family for the throne, thanks to William Shakespeare. But Shakespeare got a lot wrong. The English king’s life was a lot more like Game of Thrones than Shakespeare’s play. Like Ned Stark, Richard battles rumors and all kinds of backstabbing to protect his family’s throne.…
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On this week's Episode, Meghan Henry and co-host Nicky Daly from the Chicago office, talk to Lenore Chouinard, the Director of Liability Claims at HSB - Hartford Steam Boiler. Hartford Steam Boiler is a leading engineering and technical risk insurer providing equipment breakdown and other specialty coverages, inspection services and engineering con…
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Next Step Education: a Coversation with Former Classroom Teacher & Co-Founder, Meghan
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S2 EP 029 | Next Step Education: a Conversation with Former Classroom Teacher & Co-Founder, Meghan On this next episode, a local guest from the Boston podcast scene (thanks Kim!) shares how she successfully founded and scaled her learning center, "Next Step Education”. Meghan’s journey from the classroom to entrepreneurship is a testament to the po…
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A Conversation On Addiction and Redemption with Recovering Addict, Author, and Musician Paul Summers Jr
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In this episode I’m joined by Paul Summers Junior, a recovering addict, author, and musician, whose journey unfolds as a poignant narrative of self-expression, resilience, and redemption. Thi episode we discuss the evolving societal perceptions towards individuality and creativity, highlighting music's healing role in nurturing connection and empat…
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Princess Ubolratana of Thailand: Royal Regrets | 25
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Ubolratana of Thailand’s story is the classic tale of a princess who wants to throw her crown away and live happily ever after with a commoner. Except…Ubolratana’s story doesn’t end with happily ever after. Because this princess decides she made a mistake. But she’ll soon find out that putting the crown back on her head will be a lot harder than ta…
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On this week's show, host Meghan Henry talks to Ricardo Shelton, a Claims Manager at Security First Insurance. Security First Insurance Company has been recognized as the Top Choice for Hurricane Protection in Florida in 2022, 2023, and 2024.By Meghan Henry
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How Next Gens Can Find Their Authentic Voice with Katie Rucker of MacKenzie
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Welcome to Building Unbreakable Brands, where Meghan Lynch, a seasoned brand strategist and advisor to generational family businesses, engages in insightful conversations with the stewards of enduring brands. Today, Meghan sits down with Katie Rucker, co-owner and president of MacKenzie, a second-generation consumer insights research firm. Katie, a…
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Mental Health Advocacy in the Beauty Realm with Founder of Very Nice Beauty Jennifer Lasko
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In this episode I have the pleasure of chatting with Jennifer Lasko, the founder of Very Nice Beauty and a fierce advocate for mental health. Jennifer's journey from studying chemical engineering to diving headfirst into the beauty industry is truly remarkable. Through her story, we discover a woman of incredible resilience and determination who fa…
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