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Top Five Fridays celebrates the end of the week and the last day discussing numerous topics from food, culture, movies, technology, life and everything in between. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top5fridays/support
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When Jamie couldn't find the stepmom support and conversations she was looking for, she decided to create her own. Each week, Jamie Scrimgeour brings you real life conversations about blended family, relationships, personal development and more. With tips, strategies, mindset shifts and KICK-ASS Guests, Jamie’s goal is to inspire you to live your own version of a KICK-ASS Life while bringing you along as she creates her own.
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We’re from the government; we’re here to help you! It’s true, ask the millions of people across the country who have been touched by government services that gave them a ride to the supermarket, or got them a library book, or built them a house, or gave them a new suit for a job interview. Because all of those services are provided by your government every day in every state, county, and town, it’s all because Good Government provides good services and creates good projects for Americans. Th ...
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A tough start in Oakland for Mayor Sheng Thao
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Oakland has always been in the shadow of it’s across the bay neighbor, San Francisco, but a new mayor is working on changing that and improving how the city operates and is perceived. Crime and homelessness are problems, but Mayor Sheng Thao is working on that. Just listen. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Ourco How to Really Run a Ci…
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Setting Boundaries, High-Functioning Codependency + A Game-Changing Stepmom Perspective with Terri Cole [re-release]
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In this episode of The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Terri Cole, author of The Boundary Boss, shares game-changing information on how to set boundaries and stop being a high-functioning codependent. For more from Terri, connect with her on Instagram at @terricole For all links mentioned visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com/podcast/113 Join The KICK-ASS Stepmo…
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The Reluctant Politician Promotes Good Government
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Shawn Milnes didn’t start out wanting to be in government and while he served as a county commissioner, he still can be a government critic, just like how he started out. Thinking he could do better, he ran for office, won an election but now serves Northern Utah on a commission that represents government to the business community. He says his back…
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Advice For New Stepmoms + What You Need To Know If You're Dating A Man With Kids with Brooke Leslie [re-release]
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In this episode, I chat with Brooke Leslie from The Struggling Stepmom about our experiences as stepmoms, including what we wish we would have known about the court process and what you need to know if you are dating a man with kids. Disclaimer: this episode includes advice we didn’t take ourselves, but wish we did. For more from Brooke, connect wi…
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Adult Stepkids, Step-Grandbabies + The Secret To Stepmom Success with Mindy Kyle
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This week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, I am interviewing fellow Stepmom Coach Mindy Kyle to dive into all things stepmom life. We discuss: Adult stepchildren Step grand babies How stepmom stress doesn't end when they turn 18 Making the decision to divorce, or change her mindset around stepmom life What happened when we started doing the work on…
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Housing, Hockey, & Leadership with Mary Jo McGuire
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Hockey player Mary Jo McGuire is also the county commissioner in Ramsey Co, Minnesota. She is also the current president of the National Association of Counties. In the meantime, she champions affordable housing, loves to dine at local ethnic restaurants and for fun cross country skis. Busy lady. Listen to how she manages it all. Thanks to our spon…
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Q+A with Darren: Finances, Adult "Kid" Child Support, Venting About The Ex
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This week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Darren is back to answer the questions about stepmom and blended family life that were submitted on Instagram. In this episode: Do we keep our finances together or separate? When does child support end in our agreement and why it's important to make sure the end is clear, not assumed Our communication with…
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People Pleasing, Overcoming Resentment, Finding Yourself Post Divorce + Ending Unaligned Friendships with Drew Holst
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This week on the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, I am interviewing Happiness and Self Love Advocate Drew Holst. After his marriage ended a few years ago, Drew went on a journey of healing and self-love and really finding himself post-divorce. Now, he shares his experience openly and candidly on social media. In this episode, we talk about: Finding yourse…
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Apples, Wine and Winston Churchill with Yakima County Commissioner Amanda McKinney
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Yakima Washington County Commissioner Amanda McKinney is a force, she is and she talks and more important she listens. And, being from Washington, she knows her apples and wine, so listen to how you can get the best from Washington in your pie. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Produ…
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Disengaging As A Stepmom (The Right Way) with Darren + Jamie
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This week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie and Darren dive into how disengaging has been one of the best strategies Jamie has used to thrive in her role as a stepmom and how Darren supports this strategy. They share: The right (and wrong) way to disengage How to know if a stepmom needs to take a step back How to communicate your needs with yo…
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Domestic + Emotional Load Of The Mom/Stepmom: Negotiating Fairplay with Eve Rodsky
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This week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, I am chatting with New York Times Bestselling Author and the founder of Fairplay, Eve Rodsky about the unfair distribution of unpaid labour in marriages and how it comes into play for stepmoms. We cover: The importance of communication Creating shifts in how you're running your home Fairplay being a gender…
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From the Hills, Good Government in Tuolumne County with Jaron Brandon
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Jaron Brandon is Tuolumne County (CA) Supervisor. Housing is an issue that got him involved in politics back in his home county. He has continued to work to create affordable housing and sees housing as an issue that effects almost every other aspect of life. Listen to how he is hoping to improve conditions. Executive Producers: David Martin, David…
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The Invisible Load, Why Marriages Fail + Overstepping Stepmoms with Kate Anthony
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Divorce Coach and Author Kate Anthony is back on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast for a candid conversation about the mental load and division of responsibilities between husbands and wives. In this episode: Why Kate believes the institution of marriage is set up to serve and benefit men The unfair mental load in marriages Understanding that just becau…
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Build Strong Intimacy With Masculine + Feminine Polarity with Jake Woodard
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie Interviews Relationship and Intimacy Coach Jake Woodard. Jake shares about the power of polarity in relationships and how men embracing their masculine and women embracing their feminine energy, can lead to more intimacy and satisfaction in life. In this episode: Masculine and feminine energy T…
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The Mothman Lives in West Virginia, check the red eyes...
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Something Weird in Mason County, WV Stop into Mason County and see the Mothman, ok maybe not the real Mothman, but his eight-foot high statue. It’s in downtown Point Pleasant, WV and it’s a local legend and it’s weird, as County Commissioner Rick Handley explains. Ok it’s not Rosewell UFO crash site, weird, but it’s part of the local color of Mason…
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Stepmoms Constantly In Fight Or Flight + Why You're Feeling Like An Outsider with Amber Trejo
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This week on the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast, Jamie interviews Amber Trejo. Amber is a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clinical trauma professional who specializes in complex childhood trauma and the family system. She is the founder and CEO of Holding Hearts Counseling in Indianapolis. She is also a wife and mama to 3 wild boys o…
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Perfectionism, Anxiety, Jealousy + When Being a Stepmom Doesn't Feel How You Thought It Would with Jennifer Teplin
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast, Jamie interviews Jennifer Teplin. Jennifer is the founder and clinical director of Manhattan Wellness, a boutique psychotherapy practice in New York. With mentions in Cosmopolitan and Oprah magazine, along with her master’s degree from Columbia University, Jennifer has not only created a space for th…
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Meet Fred Davis of Tucker County, West Virginia. His campaign strategy involved lottery tickets and beer. He’s a real character on government and he’s a real as they come. So what makes him good, he listens… just listen. Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers: David Martin, Davi…
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223: SOLO: Adult Stepkids, Finances + Stop Looking At The Exes Social Media
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In this solo episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie sits down to the mic and answers questions submitted by her community over on Instagram. She's talking about: What to do if you don't agree with the financial support for your stepkids How to repair when there is a fight in front of the kids Self care routines Her go-to make-up Wellness ro…
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222: The Gaslight Effect + Minimizing The Stepmom Experience With Dr. Robin Stern
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This week on the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast we are sharing an exclusive interview from inside KICK-ASS Stepmom Community. Dr. Robin Stern, is a licensed psychoanalyst, educator, author, and commentator. As a renowned expert in gaslight manipulation, emotional intelligence and women in leadership, she coined the term "gaslight effect". In this intervi…
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Taxes are FUN, Just ask the IRS (A Conversation with IRS Program Analyst Kristen Deazeley)
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Paying taxes sucks. We all know that. But the IRS doesn’t see it that way. In truth, the IRS expects us all to pay our taxes, but they really only want us to pay what we owe, no more, no less. And the IRS really will help you pay the correct amount. Kristien Deazeley of the IRS explains. GoodGovernmentShow.com IRS.gov/help Thanks to our sponsors: N…
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221: Divorce, Grief, Co-Parenting + Happiness As A Single Mom with Kaitlyn Nilles
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In this week's episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast Jamie interviews Kaitlyn Nilles of Honesty Kaitlyn. Jamie and Kaitlyn dive into her divorce, her new co-parenting relationship, her commitment to remaining friends with her co-parent, and the power of language in referring to the ex. We also talk about how Kaitlyn’s experience as a child of div…
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Don’t lock ‘em up, heal them up... Jim Cavanaugh is a county commissioner in Douglas County, Nebraska. Out in Omaha his passion project is making sure people who need mental health assistance aren’t just tossed in jail. He says not only does it not get them the care they need, but it simply costs more. So listen to his solutions and where to get a …
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220: Finding A Good Lawyer, A Stepmoms Role In Court + How Not To Suck At Divorce
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Jamie sits down with Divorce Lawyer Morgan Stogsdill and Comedian Andrea Rappaport of The How Not To Suck A Divorce Podcast. They discuss: Why you need a good lawyer Why you should interview 3 lawyers before hiring one What holds people back in the divorce process A stepmoms role in court The truth about child support and more... WANT MORE FROM JAM…
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219: Navigating Stepkids With Mini-Wife Syndrome with Mary T Kelly
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This week, we are sharing one of our most popular conversations from The KICK-ASS Stepmom Community. Jamie chats with one of our favourite experts, Marriage Therapist and Stepmom Coach Mary T. Kelly. This conversation is full of practical tips and advice, including: - What 'mini-wife' syndrome is and strategies on how to respond - Why Jamie + Mary …
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Manny Ruiz is the American dream. His parents came to American for a better life for their 11 children. A first generation American, Manny is now a Santa Fe County Arizona county commissioner. He sees a lot of things right at the border, but he also sees where and how things can and should improve. Listen to someone living their entire life at the …
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218: Loyalty Binds, Co-Parenting Mistakes + Reconnection with Dr. Jody Carrington
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In this week's episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast, Jamie interviews renowned psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington. Jody has a no-nonsense and candid approach backed by her clinical knowledge, it's that combination that makes her one of our favourite guests. Join them for an unfiltered conversation on - Life in your 40's Parenting and anxiety in th…
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217: When The Exes Are Friends, Growth As A Stepmom, Why She Made A Stepmom Movie with Kit Rich
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This week, Jamie interviews Kit Rich for the second time. Kit Rich is a fitness entrepreneur, writer, and feature film director. As a top fitness coach, she’s trained some of the world’s most recognizable and award-winning actors and musicians. Kit has also built a popular online community where she’s helped thousands learn to love their bodies and…
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David Stout is a county commissioner in El Paso, Texas. The only crisis he sees at his border is a humanitarian crisis. Every day he deals with migrant issues and regularly visits his migrant processing center and talks with migrants and hears their stories. It’s an eye-opening conversation with someone on the front lines of the immigration situati…
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216: Her Husband Died at 34. Grief, Healing + Holistic Wealth with Keisha Blair
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This week's guest Keisha Blair, is an award-winning international best selling author, who took the most tragic situation - the death of her husband - and completely transformed her life. In this episode: Holistic wealth and what it actually means Following your gut Not listening to what other people say The process of doing the work Not playing th…
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215: Life Update + Answering Stepmom Questions With Darren
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Darren is back for a life update and to answer all of your stepmom questions. Plus we are diving into a few "what would we do" questions submitted by other stepmoms based on real things going on in their lives. In this episode: how we will treat our daughter when my adult stepkids move out dealing with stepmom resentment handling adult stepkids liv…
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214: How I Finally Lost Weight + Balanced My Hormones with Jen Vasey
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Weight Loss, gut health, + balancing your hormones. They are all related. It feels like such a taboo subject, but we are going there because, for too long, I was feeling uncomfortable in my body. I felt like I was doing everything right and yet nothing was working. Until I found today's guest, Jen Vasey and her Metabolic Reset program that not only…
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213: Parenting Teens, Divorce, Co-Parenting + Marrying A Younger Man with Caroline Stanbury
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie interviews Caroline Stanbury from the Real Housewives of Dubai. Outside of her role on the RHOD, Caroline is also a mother, wife, creator, entrepreneur and host of the Uncut and Uncensored podcast. Join them for an unfiltered conversation on - Marriage Divorce Life after 40 Marrying a much youn…
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212: Why I'm Jealous Of My Stepdaughter, Women Judging Women + All Things Motherwound with Bethany Webster
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast, Jamie sits down for her second interview with one of our favourite past guests, Bethany Webster. Bethany is a coach, speaker, and author, renowned for her work on healing the Mother Wound. Jamie and Bethany dive into the transformative impact of Bethany's work, exploring how it has influenced Jamie's…
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211: Parental Alienation, Dysfunctional Families + Repairing Broken Relationships with Nedra Glover Tawwab
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom podcast, Jamie sits down for a second time with Nedra Glover Tawwab. Nedra is a licensed therapist, renowned relationship and boundary expert and a NYT best-selling author. It's no surprise our first conversation was one of our most popular episodes, and she's here to share even more. Together we dive into: T…
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210: Recovering From Burnout + Permission To Rest Ashley Neese
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie sits down with Ashley Neese, a renowned breathwork teacher, author and self-care advocate. This conversation comes at the perfect time as Jamie navigates her own personal experience with burnout. Tune in as Ashley shares practical strategies for prioritizing rest, reconnecting with yourself, an…
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209: Effects of Divorce on Children + Understanding Your Origin Wounds, Vienna Pharaon
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In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Vienna Pharaon, a renowned therapist and author. They discuss the profound concept of "origin wounds" and how understanding and addressing them can pave the way for healing and growth in the present day. The dive into their shared experience as chi…
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208: Power in the Pause, Recovering from Burnout, Business Fails + What Now?
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Welcome Back! In this episode of the KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Jamie returns after a long pause at the end of 2023. From navigating business failures to recovering from burnout, this episode is a raw and honest exploration of setbacks and the resilience to move forward and importance of intentional pauses and stepping back to gain clarity. For more…
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Tommy Calvert is a Bexar County Texas Commissioner. And he doesn’t just stand out because he’s tall. He stands out because he gets things done. Not just in his home of San Antonio, Texas, but as you will hear around the world. GoodGovernmentShow.com Bexar.org Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco …
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Crisis Management in Buffalo with Mark Polencarz
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First a racist shooting left 10 dead. Then a once a century blizzard left 31 dead. Through it all Erie County New York executive Mark Polencarz managed the county through two tragic crises. Hear how he did it. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executi…
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James Gore talks Wine and Wildfires in Sonoma California
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When you talk to a county supervisor from Sonoma County, California, you have to start the conversation with wine, and we do. We also talk about wildfires and fire resiliency. Join the conversation. GoodGovernmentShow.com SonomaCounty.CA.gov Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producer…
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A Tribute to First Lady Rosalynn Carter from Commissioner Larry Johnson
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Former President Jimmy Carter with his wife, Rosalynn created a program in Atlanta to help area underserved communities. Before he was DeKalb County Commissioner, Larry Johnson had the former First Lady as his advisor in the program. She continues to inspire him today, just listen. GoodGovernmentShow.com CoutyofBerks.com Thanks to our sponsors: Nat…
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Planes, Trains, and No Voter Fraud with Berks County, PA Commissioner Christian Leinbach
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Trains, planes and criminals, that’s what the conversation with Berks County PA Commissioner Christian Leinbach is about. Christian Leinbach is working on reviving a railroad line to connect his county to Philadelphia. He is also working on the local airport and trying to bring in service to his city. And we check in on a program that successfully …
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Jamie makes an announcement she didn't see coming. For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Join The KICK-ASS Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership Download The Secret To Improving Your Stepfami…
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County commissioner Matt Meyer is running for Governor!
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Matt Meyer is the county executive for New Castle County, Delaware. He has four words for delivering good government to his citizens, Honesty, transparency, efficiency and inclusivity. Listen to how he explains that. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Executive Producers:…
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206: Stepparenting Teenagers + Young Adults
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Jamie and her husband Darren reflect on changes in their relationship with the kids as they have become young adults and teenagers. They dive into how Jamie's role has changed, struggles with adult stepkids living at home and how they view "their time" with the kids. For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit: www.jamiescrimgeour.com Follow along on Inst…
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Charlie Dent, the Republican Party and the Future of Politics
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Charlie Dent left Congress because he was critical of the direction both his Republican Party and Congress was taking. Listen as he explains how Congress works and the direction it’s taking. And hear how he is actually helping to improve government from the outside. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NA…
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205: Gina Kirschenheiter on Co-Parenting, Stepmom Life + Forgiveness
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In this episode of The Kick Ass Stepmom Podcast, Jamie sits down to chat with Gina Kirschenheiter from the cast of The Real Housewives of Orange County. Gina shares her story of how she went from a high-conflict divorce to a thriving co-parenting relationship with both her ex and her kids new stepmom. In addition to being on a hit Bravo show, Gina …
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Craig Buerstatte on how Commerce helps American business
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Some in politics have called for the elimination of the Department of Commerce. As Craig Buerstatte, the deputy assistant secretary for regional affairs for the The Economic Development Administration explains, that would be a mistake. His group has one mission, to support communities, cities, towns, rural areas and their efforts to improve their b…
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204: Clutter = Cortisol. The Psychology Behind Your Decluttering with Megan Golightly
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Jamie talks with Megan Golightly of Go Simplified about the psychology behind decluttering and getting organized. As one of the most popular organizing and decluttering influencers in North America, Megan is best known for weaving her psychology background and interest in neuroscience into her content. She promotes the importance of mental health a…
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