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Two Twits and Twain Podcast

Doc Martens & Clark Eide

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Brace yourselves. There is a rumor that Mark Twain himself has reincarnated - at least in the studios of Two Twits and Twain. Are the rumors of his appearance just as errant as once were the rumors of his death?? Tune in to find out!
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This podcast is brought to you by the Empowerment Project. It’s for kids and all the trusted adults who love them and want them to stay safe, empowered and thriving. With over three decades of experience teaching self-defense to children, teens, and adults, host Silvia Smart is a sixth-degree black belt and Head Instructor at her martial arts school in Oregon. Smart was inducted into the Association of Women’s Martial Arts Instructors Hall of Fame in 2020, recognized for both her dedication ...
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My friends, this is a true story about a girl who innocently, during a wonderful time in her young life, was robbed of her joy. Adults, the narrative can be hard to hear. Please listen first and decide if or how you would like the children in your lives to hear this episode. If you decide to listen together, please follow up with a conversation in …
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Trudy Ludwig writes books about topics that really matter to kids. Things like relational aggression, anxiety, what it’s like to be excluded, and so much more. Join host, Silvia Smart as she talks with Trudy about what kids across the country are saying, how her books start conversations in schools and what we can all do to make the world a better …
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Since it’s our 13th (Lucky) episode, Mark took it upon himself to set the tone…and it appears the sound is coming from the doldrums! And then, we climb out of it from listening to a portion of Chopin’s Funeral March to “Barbara Ann!” What a trip we’re taking! And then…and then…the topic of elimination comes up. You’ll just have to listen to get the…
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Episode 11 begins with what could be termed a pretty Twitty absence. That is to say…one of our Twits wasn’t here!…at least for a while! There’s also a major displacement…an international incident…accompanied by broken glass, Also some intimate background about Twit #1. Hold on to your hats!By Doc Martens & Clark Eide
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We had intended to do something completely different from what’s actually going to occur today. We’re gonna DEVIATE! Now, that doesn’t mean we’re “deviants” …(unless you ask Doc’s parole officer…), but we were so inspired by what emerged from our last program, that we just had to continue along that same path.…
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Meet Jill Shames, Empowerment Self Defense Instructor. Listen in as she and host, Silvia Smart, share a cool kids' self-defense success story and talk about all the things the kid did RIGHT! You are strong and powerful and Jill and Silvia believe in you! Watch video of the self-defense success story Jill and Silvia talk about here. Connect with Jil…
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Chris Dela Cruz reflects on times when he was teased and bullied as a kid. Smart and Dela Cruz discuss what it was like, how it felt, and how he handled this behavior. They think through feelings and self-talk that accompany a kid getting harassed and mistreated. From his perspective as an adult, dad, and pastor, Dela Cruz shares his wisdom with ki…
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A drowsy Twit attempts to tell a joke in Episode number 7 – to mixed acclaim. Guess we’ll leave that part to Mark…but then, he’s known for Humor…not jokes… thoughts prevail about mermaids, miracles, and exciting travel stories.By Doc Martens & Clark Eide
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In this Episode, number 6, both Clark and Doc reveal some well kept secrets about their introduction to the electronic and computer age! Believe it or not, Mark also chimes in…and makes some astounding comments. We also have our first winner of the meaning of “Goodie Two Shoes.” Isn’t all that irresistible??!…
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In the last episode, we started talking about the word NO! Make sure you listen to that episode first. We talked about how important it is to be able to notice that you feel uncomfortable so you can make the choice to say it when you need it - and to be able to say it like you really mean it! In this episode, we’re going to think through a few exam…
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The first episode of Two Twits and Twain, entitled “Ne’er the Twain Shall Meet,” is about to commence. Brace yourselves. There is a rumor that Mark Twain himself has reincarnated - at least in the studios of Two Twits and Twain! Are the rumors of his appearance just as errant as once were the rumors of his demise?? Stay tuned to find out!…
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In this episode, we'll start to understand the power of being able to say "NO!" This word unlocks empowerment for kids! Being able to say "NO!" is one of the most important tools in a kid's self-defense toolkit. If someone is asking you to do something and you get a funny feeling, saying "NO!" is one of the first things you can do. In this episode,…
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What do you do when there is a teacher at school making you feel uncomfortable? Hear the story of a group of brave middle schoolers, what they did, and what happened next. Learn action steps to take - for both kids and the adults who love them. What do you do when concerns arise whether at school, in a religious community, on sports teams, with nei…
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How does it feel to be threatened by a bully at school? How can kids power up and respond? What works for kids and what support can parents provide? How can schools respond in a way that is safe, effective and fair? Join this age-appropriate conversation with Emilia, daughter of host Silvia Smart, and find out what happened when a school bully trie…
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Our bodies are designed to warn us when something is wrong. Learn about your amazing alarm system and find out how to pay attention when your body is talking to you! Listen to Silvia’s story which illustrates this concept, find out what happened, and learn ways to practice. This is one of the most important tools in your self-defense toolkit! Speci…
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Welcome to Episode #1 of The Power Up Kids Self Defense Podcast! Meet your teacher and host, Silvia Smart. Find out what we’re going to learn and how this podcast is going to unfold. Get to know and understand some of the basic concepts so we can all be on the same page. This is exciting! So happy you are here! Special thanks to my producer/editor,…
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