Best Childe Costa Podcasts (2024)

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Take an NYC Day Trip to Beacon, NY 13:15

2h ago13:15

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If you're traveling to New York City and are looking to step outside of the city for a day, make sure to have Beacon, NY on your radar! Elizabeth Palumbi from Life of the Traveling Pin sits down with Stevie to talk about why Beacon makes a great NYC day trip. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 4/26/24 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 2:01 - General Things to Know Ab…

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6.16 Anand Neelakantan: Should You Be Evil To Succeed In Modern Times? 48:06

2d ago48:06

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It might be time to ditch the traditional path to success and follow the path of “evil”! In this episode, Michelle and Tara speak with Anand Neelakanthan, author of the ‘The Asura Way’, a book that redefines the asura lifestyle and explores why “negative” traits like anger, pride, competition, commonly associated with the asuras, can actually benef…

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The Value of a Mother's Premonition With Guest Author and Poet Anthony McDuffie Jr 28:28

23m ago28:28

28:28

It was an absolute pleasure to have this open conversation with Anthony about where his journey started as a young boy full of sadness, frustration resentment and despair and the miraculous transformation he has made as a young man. He had to learn some really tough lessons but to his credit, he feels that he had to go through everything that he di…

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6.15 Ankur Warikoo: His Take On Marketing, Money, And Writing Books 55:00

5d ago55:00

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What does one of India's top entrepreneurs have to say about writing, making money, and marketing books? In this episode, Tara and Michelle speak with Ankur Warikoo, bestselling author of 'Make Epic Money', a book that teaches you everything you wish you knew about money! Ankur talks about how his relationship with money changed, gaining financial …

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Mothers Are The Culture Keepers with Guest Founder of Sovereign Eats, Moksha. Looking Back at S2E41 30:20

3d ago30:20

30:20

"Grenada is very traditional" says my guest, Moksha, who was born and raised on the island and now lives in the US. "A large portion of Grenadians still believe that 'little girls should be seen and not heard' and girls should concentrate on domestics and house keeping," continues my guest. Coincidentally, that 'saying' about little girls is an Eng…

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6.14 Tarun Saint: On Handpicking The Best Detectives From All Over India 57:26

17d ago57:26

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Discover some of the finest works of Indian detective fiction, all in one place! In this episode, Michelle and Aishwarya speak with Tarun Saint, curator of 'The Hachette Book of Indian Detective Fiction', Volumes 1 and 2! The first of its kind, the anthology compiles everything from intriguing whodunits, supernatural mysteries, and serial murders, …

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Don't Let Your Past Define You with Guest Serial Entrepreneur Kevin Jerome. Looking Back at S2E38 29:25

10d ago29:25

29:25

Today, Kevin Jerome is the proud owner of four companies, a far cry from what he thought his future would be when he was a teen. " A kid who grew up in a 2 bedroom apartment, living with 14 people, evicted twice as a teen," says Jerome, " I'm a true example of how you can turn your life around." At a young age, Kevin taught himself to read and even…

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6.13 Manjula Padmanabhan: Meet The Woman Who's A Taxi Driver In Delhi 42:51

23d ago42:51

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What's it like being a female taxi driver in a city notorious for being unsafe for women? In this episode, Michelle speaks with Manjula Padmanabhan, author of 'Taxi', whose protagonist, 'Maddy', runs a women's-only taxi service in Delhi! And when Maddy receives an attractive job offer as a pretend male chauffeur for a powerful old man, she accepts …

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I Learned the Significance of Love, Resilience and Self-Reliance from my Mom with Guest Marketing Specialist Costas Schuler 30:59

23d ago30:59

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Costas Schuler is a Graphic Designer/Marketing and Branding Specialist. He lives in the Fort Lauderdale area of Florida. You'll find links below to catch up on the latest from Costas. The thought of his mother finding out about the crazy stuff Costas was up to as a teen, kept him on the straight and narrow. He says, "she was the bad cop, dad was th…

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Amazing Things to Discover in Western North Carolina 26:08

28d ago26:08

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Many people travel to North Carolina's beaches each year, but in the western part of the Tar Heel State visitors can discover beautiful mountain views and endless outdoor adventures! Joining Stevie to talk about some of the great things to experience in western North Carolina is Breanna from the Golden Hour Adventurer blog. Show Notes ⬇️ Published …

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Amapiano Overdose Mix Vol 6 [Tshwala Bam, Mnike, Dubula, Funk 55, Dalie, Ka Valungu] 1:20:20

21d ago1:20:20

1:20:20

Dj Shinski - Amapiano Overdose Mix Vol 6 2024 🔽Download: 📺Video Link: ➖➖➖ Follow Dj Shinski for more Updates on New Mixes: ✅Facebook: bit.ly/shinskifb ✅Instagram: bit.ly/shinskigram ✅Twitter: bit.ly/shinskitwitter ➖➖➖ Also available on ➡️Youtube: bit.ly/djshinskiyoutube ➡️Soundcloud: bit.ly/shinskisc ➡️Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/itunesdjshinski ➡️Googl…

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6.12 Aisha and Shasvathi: The Real Reason Behind South Asia's <1% Divorce Rate 1:02:51

23d ago1:02:51

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South Asia boasts a less than 1% divorce rate. But the real reason behind it is far from happy marriages. In this episode, Tara and Michelle sit down with Aisha Sarwari and Shasvathi Siva, as they talk about misogyny and marriages in South Asia. Aisha's book, 'Heart Tantrums', is a memoir that addresses her immigrant life and her marriage to a man …

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“She Taught Me About Determination, Perseverance and Unconditional Love” with Guest Author and Retired Professor Emeritus, Robert W. Norris 31:00

1M ago31:00

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Kaye and her family traveled from to the Pacific Northwest and eventually settled in White Salmon, WA. In order for them to have food on the table and a roof over their head, they had to work hard. With all those mouths to feed and though at times there wasn't much to go around, they felt blessed because they had each other. Nothing could get in Ka…

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Touristy, Outdoorsy & Quirky Things to See in Seattle 20:44

1M ago20:44

20:44

From music history to outdoor adventures to one-of-a-kind museums, Seattle has a lot to offer for visitors. Joining DBE to talk about the touristy, outdoorsy & quirky things to see in Seattle is Scott Shetler AKA the Quirky Travel Guy. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 3/22/24 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 1:47 - What the Seattle Weather is Like Throughout the Y…

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6.11 Bhaskar Roy: Witnessing The Horrors Of Post-Independence India As A Child 48:01

1M ago48:01

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Find out what it was like growing up in post-independence India through the eyes of a man who lived through it all! Join Michelle as she speaks with Bhaskar Roy, author of 'Fifty Year Road', a personal memoir like no other. Bhaskar talks about growing up during the Naxalbari uprising - the armed peasant revolt of 1967 in West Bengal. He shares his …

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All Or Nothing with Guest Speaking Coach and Author David Thomas. Looking Back at S2E40. 28:23

1M ago28:23

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He's not a professional comic but laughter comes easy for David Thomas. It's actually one field that he hasn't tried professionally, but would love to some day. Thomas is a Global Professional Speaker and a CEO Presentation Skills Coach. In case you haven't heard about his crazy memory abilities, he's also an International Grandmaster of Memory, br…

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The Stunning Yosemite Firefall Effect 26:23

1M ago26:23

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Each year during the winter in Yosemite National Park, a stunning natural effect dubbed the Yosemite Firefall takes place. Joining DBE to talk about the Yosemite Firefall and how visitors can see it in person is Jeanine Romo from Le Wild Explorer. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 3/15/24 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 2:13 - What the Yosemite Firefall Phenomenon…

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6.10 Santanu Bhattacharya: The Bloody Aftermath Of The Babri Masjid Demolition 1:01:36

1M ago1:01:36

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"We will pay the price for the sins of our forefathers" In this episode, Michelle speaks with Santanu Bhattacharya, author of 'One Small Voice' - a thought-provoking coming-of-age book about the politics of modern India, whose protagonist witnesses an act of mob violence in the communal riots of 1992 and is haunted by it for the rest of his life. S…

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“My Mother Always Told Me That I Could Do Absolutely Anything I Put My Mind To” with Guest Creator of "Storage Hunters" and "Do The Big Dream," Sean Kelly 29:30

2M ago29:30

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My Guest says he "has absolutely no fear of rejection." and he wants you to understand that "you only have one life, don't let fear hold you back from living your life's potential." Sean Kelly has this magic of making you feel that anything is possible . He loves helping people achieve their dreams. That said, he's launched "Do the Big Dream." You …

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6.9 Tarun Mehrishi: Art Heist Of Rs 400 Crore Holds India’s Biggest Secret 45:32

2M ago45:32

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One powerful secret. Two stolen paintings. And a man who will decide the fate of the world. Join Michelle as she sits down with Tarun Mehrishi, author of ‘The Portrait of a Secret’ - a novel inspired by true events. In an epic combination of art heist, historical fiction and spy thriller, Tarun’s book explores the aftermath of the theft of two pric…

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With Unending Love and Support, Anything is Attainable with Guest Author and Childbirth Attorney Gina Mundy 28:33

2M ago28:33

28:33

"My parents pushed me to do my best," say Gina. "They had high expectations all the way." It didn't help Gina's cause that one of her teachers told her mother that "you could be an outstanding student if you tried." But in time the message paid off. Now a proud mother of three and a Childbirth Attorney, Gina works full time as did her mother. It's …

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Best of Kenyan Arbantone Mix 2024 Dj Shinski [Mukuchu, Tiktoker, Maandy, Gody Tennor, Tipsy Gee] 1:09:17

2M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Dj Shinski - Best of Kenyan Arbantone Mix 2024 🔽Download: 📺Video Link: ➖➖➖ Follow Dj Shinski for more Updates on New Mixes: ✅Facebook: https://bit.ly/shinskifb ✅Instagram: https://bit.ly/shinskigram ✅Twitter: https://bit.ly/shinskitwitter ➖➖➖ Also available on ➡️Youtube: https://bit.ly/djshinskiyoutube ➡️Soundcloud: https://bit.ly/shinskisc ➡️Apple…

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Costa Rica's Manuel Antonio National Park 26:59

2M ago26:59

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Situated on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast, Manuel Antonio National Park is a natural treasure. Joining the show to talk about Manuel Antonio National Park is Samantha from Mytanfeet, an amazing blog about traveling in Costa Rica. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 3/1/24 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 2:12 - Where Manuel Antonio National Park is Located and What it's…

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6.8 Amit & Shantanu: Modern Lessons From Ancient Epics 59:37

2M ago59:37

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Find out what centuries-old epics have to offer in the modern era! In this episode, Michelle sits down with Amit Majmudar and Shantanu Gupta to discuss all things mythology. Amit talks about his book, 'The Book of Vows', which is a retelling of the Mahabharata through all the vows that took place in the epic, sprinkled with his own insights on ethi…

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She Made Everyone Feel Special With Guest Bible Teacher and Podcast Host, Lyvita Brooks 26:35

2M ago26:35

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Lyvita Brooks says her mission in life is "to help people get the clutter out of their lives so they can go and do what God calls them to do." Lyvita is an author, bible teacher, founder of "The Me Project" and host of the podcast "Hanging Out With Jesus." Lyvita credits her mother for inspiring her to write and love books. The book that my guest r…

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6.7 Shatrujeet Nath: Bharat - The Brother Who Never Got His Due 50:05

2M ago50:05

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"One fine morning, he's told, 'Your father is dead, your brother's been exiled, so now you have to go and become king"’. In this episode, Tara and Michelle talk to Shatrujeet Nath, author of the series 'Warlord of Ayodhya'. The series focuses on Bharat - Ram's brother - who was never given a voice in the Ramayana. It tells the story of an untrained…

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"She Gave us More Room to Grow and Discover and a Safe Place to Fail" With Guest Actor, Producer and Director, Russell Andrews 30:13

2M ago30:13

30:13

In addition to film and tv acting, Russell is passionate about theatre and stage acting. With over thirty years of experience, he's now written his first book titled, "Shoes," and it is a significant story because it mirrors his youth and his relationship with his mother. As one of the founding members and producing artistic director of "Stagewalke…

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6.6 Andaleeb Wajid: Will The Sisters From Jasmine Villa Find Their Love This Valentine's Day? 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

Three sisters, none of whom wanted to fall in love, and yet they did. Are you ready for some dramatic, relatable, and light-hearted desi romance? In this episode, Michelle and Tara speak to Andaleeb Wajid about her most popular romance series- 'Jasmine Villa'. The series comprises three books, each following one of the three sisters of Jasmine Vill…

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Same Drive Different Generations with Guest Burnout Specialist and Neonatologist, Dr. Susan Landers. Looking Back at S2E37 28:54

2M ago28:54

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Dr. Landers' mother completed her master's degree in library science and worked full time as a school librarian in the 1950's and 60's long before that was the norm for women/mothers. "My mother grew up on a farm, lived through the Great Depression and met my dad, a WWII veteran after the war," says Landers. "She was a natural born giver, always lo…

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Diving Into Glacier National Park 44:51

3M ago44:51

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Boasting 131 named lakes, roughly 2 dozen active glaciers and over 700 miles of hiking trails, Glacier National Park is a truly amazing place that draws nearly 3 million visitors a year. Joining DBE to talk about Glacier National Park is friend of the show Janice Moskoff from Gather + Go Travel. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 2/9/24 Timecodes 0:00 - In…

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6.5 Anjum Hasan: On Being A Muslim In Modern India 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

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How did one disastrous field trip turn a history teacher's life upside down? In this episode, Michelle speaks with Anjum Hasan, author of 'History's Angel'- a riveting novel that explores life as a religious minority in modern India. When an easygoing history teacher is provoked by a student into losing his temper, he finds his life thrown into cha…

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"It's Not My Story Anymore" With Guest Mystic and Intuitive Holistic Healer Jeannine Kim 28:13

2M ago28:13

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Jeannine's biological mother got pregnant In her early 20's and was unwed. Her family sent her away for months to a facility in Evanston, IL, for single mothers until her baby was born, never to speak of the incident again. Though it was a closed adoption, eventually my guest was able to track down her biological mother. The unfortunate part of the…

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Top Things to do When Visiting Key West 18:29

3M ago18:29

18:29

Today we're heading south - technically the furthest south that you can find yourself within the continental United States - we're going to Key West! Lana Sitler from Adventures by Lana joins the show to talk about some top things to do when visiting Key West. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 2/2/23 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 2:19 - Where Key West is and how…

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6.4 Damyanti Biswas: The Murky World Of Mumbai's Dance Bars 58:27

3M ago58:27

58:27

Imagine a crowded railway station where an attractive stranger catches your eye. A train passes by and– they’re gone! In this episode, Michelle sits down with Damyanti Biswas to discuss her book ‘The Blue Bar’, as it unpacks the disappearance of a woman dressed in a blue sequined saree from a crowded Mumbai railway station and how, 13 years later, …

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A House Full of Kids, Laughter, Love and Faith with guest Father Jim Worth. Looking Back at S2E36 30:50

3M ago30:50

30:50

Father Jim can hardly contain himself when asked about his mother. "She was my biggest supporter, she's one of the main reasons I became a priest." Renea loved all her children equally, so she said on a regular basis, but Father Jim is convinced he was her favorite. The only sibling to attend college, Father Jim completed his undergraduate and 2 gr…

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6.3 Abraham Verghese: A Saga Through Kerala's Backwaters 57:42

3M ago57:42

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Picture this: Kerala, a family that suffers a strange hereditary affliction- and everywhere they look is the very thing that could kill them. In this episode Tara talks to Abraham Verghese about his bestselling book 'The Covenant of Water'. The book is set in the Malabar Coast of Kerala and follows three generations of a family where, in every gene…

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“She Helped Build My Confidence and Turn Major Setbacks into Reinventions” with Guest "Passionstruck" Podcast Host and Author, John R. Miles 29:20

3M ago29:20

29:20

Before her children were born, Betty was a teacher. Later in life, when the kids were older, she began working at the Tennessee Aquarium and worked there for more than twenty five years, some of the happiest years of her life. John is the oldest of three children, two boys and one girl. His parents raised him from a young age, with the understandin…

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6.2 Devashish & Nidhi: Enter The Psyche Of Psychological Thrillers 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

What happens when two women find themselves in the midst of horrendous crimes? Join us as Tara and Michelle speak to two avid thriller writers– Devashish Sardana and Nidhi Upadhyay. In this episode, Devashish discusses his book “The Girl with Broken Dreams”, a story of a feisty CBI investigator who finds herself in a quest for the truth behind a st…

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I Can Do Anything I Put My Mind to Because of My Mother With Guest Author, Lactation Consultant and Master Herbalist, Sara Chana Silverstein 30:12

3M ago30:12

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Sara comes from a long line of well educated women in her family , including her mother, grandmother and great grandmother. It's no wonder that Sara has continued this passion for higher education as do her seven children. She's had several remarkable careers but she cherished the sixteen years that she had with her mom exclusively. They were very …

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6.1 Tara & Michelle: Why Is India Drawn To Real Stories? 43:53

4M ago43:53

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Why do some peoples’ life stories fascinate us? Back with a bang for a brand new season, Tara and Michelle share their love for stories about real people. They discuss tales of extraordinary courage, struggles, perseverance, successes, and failures. What draws us to these stories? Are only some stories deserving of a platform? Whose stories do we n…

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"Every Successful Story Begins with a Dream" with Guest, Educator and "Grill Culture" Master, Thierry Oliva 27:53

4M ago27:53

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Thierry mentions a number of times how his mom never complains, no matter what she's up against. He says she's really remarkable. When he was a young boy, he told his mom that he was going to be the president of France one day and his mom was so proud and excited. She still to this day shows her support for her son and her daughter. Leila has alway…

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I Am My Mother's Vengeance with Guest Latina Creative Entrepreneur, Ritzy Periwinkle. Looking Back at S2E35 31:31

4M ago31:31

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My guest, Ritzy Periwinkle, host of the podcast "Word To Your Mama," survived her mother's abusive partner but at a very young age, she believed she was powerful enough to harm him in order to save her mother. At a young age,she knew she wouldn't repeat her mother's choice to stay in an abusive relationship but her mom often felt helpless with all …

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Curating Family Travel with a Special/Medical Needs Child 31:02

4M ago31:02

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Many families who have children with disabilities go through certain hurdles during their travels in terms of communication, planning ahead, and other things that many of us don’t necessarily have to think through or worry about when we travel. Adam Probolsky joins DBE for a discussion on curating family travel with a special/medical needs child. S…

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Amazing Wintertime Experiences in Idaho 20:07

4M ago20:07

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Skiing, winter festivals, hot springs, frozen waterfalls - what could be better than visiting Idaho during the winter season? Katie Williams from The Traveling Spud joins Stevie to talk all about amazing wintertime experiences in Idaho. Show Notes ⬇️ Published on 12/22/23 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - Why is Visiting Idaho in the Wintertime Magical…

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5.41 Decoding Spiritual Self-help With A Karma Yogi 54:14

4M ago54:14

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Are you ready to go down the path of success? In this episode, Tara and Michelle talk to the ISKCON monk Gopinath Das, author of “The Power of Karma Yoga: Decoding Ancient Wisdom for Lasting Success”. An IIT graduate turned monk, Gopinath Das is on a mission to educate modern society by combining science and profound life advice found in ancient te…

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Grounded in the State of Change With Guest Singer Cormac Thompson 26:40

4M ago26:40

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Cormac is quite the accomplished teenage singer known all over the world. His new release includes new and old songs and is titled "A Borrowed Gift." During our conversation, Cormac shares how his mom would refer to herself as the "worry monster" so he could tell her all his troubles and then they'd go away. Mom would take over all his troubles lik…

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5.40 Rheea & Gargi: Women Who Defy All Odds To Get What They Want 1:02:34

5M ago1:02:34

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What happens if you are faced with a choice that complicates matters between your professional and personal lives? This episode sees Tara and Michelle dive into a conversation with Rheea Mukherjee and Gargi Rawat, as they explore the nuances of modern-day activism and the ethical dilemmas that come with it. Join us as we talk to Rheea Mukherjee abo…

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Mother and Grandmother's Love with Guest Writer and Blogger Kristina Cappetta. Looking Back at S2E33 24:59

4M ago24:59

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As an only child, Kristina got lots and lots of love. Many of the life lessons Kristina learned from her mom as a child, she's able to use with her own children, and that makes her happy. Judy, Kristina's mom, was always very giving and she never expected anything in return. Her mother's advice was "do what you love." So at 6 years old, Kristina be…

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5.39 Radhika Iyengar: Life Among The Dead in Banaras 1:05:40

5M ago1:05:40

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What is it like burning bodies amidst raging fires every day? Who are the corpse-burners and the owners of the “sacred fire”? In this episode, Tara speaks to Radhika Iyengar, author of “Fire On The Ganges: Life Among The Dead In Banaras”, as she provides us insight into the Doms’ lives- the community tasked with handling the last rites of the dead.…

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My Biological Mom Did What Was Best For Both of Us with Guest Author Edward di Gangi 28:55

5M ago28:55

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Set in the 1940s, as America emerged from the Great Depression and went to war, Ed's memoir, The Gift Best Given, recounts the search for his family and tells the story of a young woman's courage as she overcame obstacles to achieve her dreams. Ed's biological mother's name was Genevieve Knorowski and she was an aspiring professional ice skater. Sh…

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