Best BMA Podcasts (2024)

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Talking Riding Pleasure, Camaraderie & Safety with BMA MOA's Ted Moyer 1:04:01

2d ago1:04:01

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Ted Moyer traded a cushy corporate job to lead the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, a non-profit organization for BMW motorcycle enthusiasts in the United States. The number of friendships he's facilitated is probably more than the miles he's ridden. Ted is joined by MOA member Michael, and together, they talk about camaraderie, safety, and pleasu…

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Sonya Bohmann, Executive Director, CIASP | Zack Tanner, President, Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh 54:52

26m ago54:52

54:52

Sonya Bohmann, Executive Director of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to continue our coverage of Mental Health Awareness Month. Bohmann discussed the proper ways to discuss mental health resources available to leaders and workers. Zack Tanner, President of the Newspaper Guild …

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Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas, Clinical Psychologist, Program Trainer and speaker | Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director, ULA 54:52

22h ago54:52

54:52

To begin Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas, noted psychologist, program trainer and speaker, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the state of mental health awareness in America. She also spoke about how unions can provide care and access to mental health, including the Man Therapy campaign. Dave Megenhardt…

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Merrilee Logue, Executive Director of NLO, Mikal Sutton, Managing Director of Medicaid Policy for BCBSA | Jimmy Williams Jr., General President, IUPAT 54:52

2d ago54:52

54:52

Merrilee Logue, executive director of the Blue Cross Blue Shield National Labor Office (NLO), and Mikal Sutton, the managing director of Medicaid policy for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the process for Medicaid redeterminations and how Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) c…

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Stephan Davis, Business Manager, IBEW Local 40 | Jeff Joines, National Legislative Director, BMWED 54:53

3d ago54:53

54:53

Business Manager for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 40, Stephan Davis, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the Local’s upcoming 100th Anniversary event, the Hollywood Basic Crafts negotiations and their unique retirement plan for members. Jeff Joines, the Director of Government Affairs for the Brot…

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Donnie Blatt, District 1 Director, USW | Marcy Goldstein-Gelb, Co-Executive Director, NCOSH | Roy Morrison, Director of Safety, BMWED-IBT 54:52

6d ago54:52

54:52

The Co-Executive Director of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health, Marcy Goldstein-Gelb, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union podcast and spoke about the annual release of the “Dirty Dozen” list of companies and the power of unions to make employees and workplaces safer. Donnie Blatt, United Steelworkers District 1 Director…

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The BluzNdaBlood Show #434, Good New Blues For Ya! 59:05

6d ago59:05

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Intro Song – Chris O’Leary, “My Fault”, The Hard Line First Set - Albert Cummings, “Get Busy”, Strong Big Harp George, “Cellphone Hater”, Cooking With Gas Bart Bryant, “I’m Ready”, Backstage II Second Set – Blind Lemon Pledge, “Big Bill”, Oh So Good Anthony Geraci, “Owl’s Nest”, Tears In My Eyes Seth James, “Who’s Foolin’ Who”, Lessons Rick Vito, “…

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Bill Samuel, Government Affairs Director, AFL-CIO | Dan Poteet, Business Manager, Insulators Local 50 54:52

7d ago54:52

54:52

Bill Samuel, Government Affairs Director of the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast for his final appearance in his current position. Samuel talked about his history in Labor and his memories on the show. He also spoke on the work President Joe Biden has done to help pass a foreign aid package and the Biden Administration's annou…

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The BluzNdaBlood Show 434, Good New Blues For Ya! 59:04

7d ago59:04

59:04

Intro Song – Chris O’Leary, “My Fault”, The Hard Line First Set - Albert Cummings, “Get Busy”, Strong Big Harp George, “Cellphone Hater”, Cooking With Gas Bart Bryant, “I’m Ready”, Backstage II Second Set – Blind Lemon Pledge, “Big Bill”, Oh So Good Anthony Geraci, “Owl’s Nest”, Tears In My Eyes Seth James, “Who’s Foolin’ Who”, Lessons Rick Vito, “…

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Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, Mechanical Insulators LMCT | Ken Grossinger, Author, How Organizers And Artists Are Creating a Better World Together 54:52

8d ago54:52

54:52

Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust Executive Director Pete Ielmini joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and provided an update on the status of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act and talked about jobsite safety. Ken Grossinger, author of “Artworks: How Organizers and Artists are Creating a Better World Together,” a…

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Teenagers and Body Image with Serena 32:09

9d ago32:09

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On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest, previous group facilitator, Serena Dalton. Serena has run workshops and group facilitation for the company Tomorrow Woman which runs education programs for school students, teachers, for parents, in sports, and more. Serena has a background in studying theatr…

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Scott Paul, President, Alliance for American Manufacturing | Tom Buffenbarger, Independent Labor Voice 54:53

9d ago54:53

54:53

Scott Paul, Alliance for American Manufacturing President, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the Biden administration launching an investigation into China's unfair trade practices in the shipbuilding sector and how Chinese overcapacity is a threat to many U.S. industries. Independent labor voice Tom Buffenbarger appeared …

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s3e55 Miguel A. Aragón 1:30:10

10d ago1:30:10

1:30:10

In s3e55, Platemark host Ann Shafer speaks with Miguel A. Aragón, artist and professor at the City University of New York, Staten Island. They talk about CNC routers, drills as woodcutting tools, growing up in Juarez, Mexico, and that city’s war on drugs as a subject in his art. He weaves a tight conceptual circle in prints that explore violence, d…

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Dr. Janet Choi, reproductive endocrinologist, and Stacey Hofert, VP of Labor and Trust, Progyny | Roland “Rex” Rexha, Secretary-Treasurer, MEBA 54:53

10d ago54:53

54:53

In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week beginning today, April 22, America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Dr. Janet Choi, a double-board certified reproductive endocrinologist, and Stacey Hofert, Vice President of Labor and Trust, from Progyny. They discussed what they are doing to help individuals in the trades receive better care acr…

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Positive Role Models with Host Jessy 33:35

11d ago33:35

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On this week’s episode we are super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Host and Social Worker, Jessica Bakon. Jessica is a qualified Social Worker who holds an (Honours) degree from the University of New South Wales. As a new graduate, she worked across both private and public hospitals within the Northern Sydney Local Health D…

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"Three Amigos" Help You Ride Safe in Big Cities 47:35

12d ago47:35

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Today, we share knowledge and confidence to navigate traffic, stay visible, avoid hazards in urban areas, and more! We also cover dealing with aggressive drivers, handling tight spaces, and staying safe in unpredictable conditions.By Len Bilello

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Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion | Norm Wernet, President, Ohio Alliance for Retired Americans 54:53

13d ago54:53

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Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about a few stories found in May’s edition of the Legion Magazine. Norm Wernet, President of the Ohio Alliance for Retired Americans, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the problems created by th…

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Katelyn Parady, Staffer, NCOSH | Dave Jamieson, Labor Journalisty, HuffPost 54:53

14d ago54:53

54:53

Katelyn Parady, a Phoenix-based Staffer for the National Council for Occupational Safety & Health (National COSH), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the recent city ordinance in Phoenix that will provide protection from extreme heat in the workplace. Dave Jamieson, Labor Journalist with the HuffPost, joined America’s Work …

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Jessica LaPointe, President AFGE Council 220 | Rick Miedema, Secretary-Treasurer, Teamsters Local 997 54:52

15d ago54:52

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Jessica LaPointe, President of the American Federation of Government Employees Council 220, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide updates on the Social Security Administration’s staffing issues after a recent announcement that several offices will be shut down in 2024. Rick Miedema, Secretary-Treasurer of International Brotherhoo…

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Melissa Cropper, President, OFT | James Cahill, VP, Labor and Trust Anthem, BCBS 54:52

16d ago54:52

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Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent first contract ratification at Equitas Health in Ohio. Cropper also spoke about an ongoing organizing campaign that is beginning its union election process, and a research group focusing on improving Teacher’s workplace str…

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Ed Hill, Jr.,Business Development Business Rep, IBEW | Jonathan Rigsby, Author/Crime Intelligence Analyst 54:53

17d ago54:53

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Ed Hill, Jr., International Representative, Business Development for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 3rd District joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast and discussed the importance of the PLA announced between the North American Building Trades Union (NABTU) and Equinor for the Empire Wind project off the coast of New Yor…

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Motorcycle-Minister from NJ Talks Faith and Riding Safety 48:45

17d ago48:45

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Newly ordained Harley-riding Minister and TV/Streaming Executive Jamie Rodriguez has put many miles on her motorcycle and traveled to the Tail of the Dragon and Nova Scotia. Today, she talks about her calling to be a minister and how she stays safe in the saddle!By Len Bilello

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Jared Cassity, Alternate National Legislative Director and Chief of Safety, SMART TD | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer 54:52

20d ago54:52

54:52

Jared Cassity, the Alternate National Legislative Director of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers Transportation Division (SMART TD), joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the new ruling setting a minimum of two-person crews for all trains and discussed the everyday improvements that …

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Gary LaBarbera, President, NYSBCTC NYCBCTC | Len DiCosimo, Executive Secretary, North Shore AFL-CIO 54:52

21d ago54:52

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Joining America’s Work Force Union Podcast, was Gary LaBarbera, who is the President of the Building and Construction Trades Council (BCTC) of Greater New York and the President of the New York State Building and Construction Trades Council. He discussed the PLAs that have been created for renewable energy projects in New York, including the recent…

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Viewer Mail, Be on the Show, and more... 22:42

21d ago22:42

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Join us for an exciting show featuring exclusive updates on upcoming guests and how you can take part in the show! And Len answers your email questions!By Len Bilello

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The BluzNdaBlood Show #433, Tampa Bay Blues Fest Preview! 1:01:46

22d ago1:01:46

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Intro Song – Larkin Poe, “Kick The Blues”, Blood Harmony, Headliners on Day 2 First Set - Day One - King Solomon Hicks, “421 South Main”, Harlem Altered Five Blues Band, “All Suit, No Soul”, Holler If You Hear Me Bywater Call, “Sea We Swim”, Remain Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia, “Fool Never Learns”, Blood Brothers, Live In Canada Grace Potter, “Mo…

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Adam Keller, Co-Host of TVLR and Trustee for North Alabama Area Labor Council | Steven Overby, Business Manager, Insulators Local 69 54:53

22d ago54:53

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Adam Keller, Co-Host of The Valley Labor Report and Trustee for the North Alabama Area Labor Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Alabama Senate Bill 231. Keller also discussed the recent outreach efforts he hosted with the Labor Council and a member of the Economic Policy Institute (EPI). Steven Overby, Business Manage…

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The BluzNdaBlood Show 433, Tampa Bay Blues Fest Preview! 1:01:45

23d ago1:01:45

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Intro Song – Larkin Poe, “Kick The Blues”, Blood Harmony, Headliners on Day 2, 8:30-10 First Set - Day One - Fri, April 12, 2024, 12:30-10pm King Solomon Hicks, “421 South Main”, Harlem 12:30-2 Altered Five Blues Band, “All Suit, No Soul”, Holler If You Hear Me, 2:30-4 Bywater Call, “Sea We Swim”, Remain, 4:30-6 Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia, “Foo…

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Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA D4 | Dr. Steven Volk, Professor Emeritus of History, Oberlin College 54:53

23d ago54:53

54:53

Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communication Workers of America joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a letter from the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians-CWA about the importance of regulating AI. Mathews also discussed funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). …

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Feeling Stuck with an Eating Disorder with Director Jo Money & Dr. Christie Bennett 54:05

23d ago54:05

54:05

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to two lovely practitioners from ‘Eat Love Live’ in Melbourne, Director Josephine Money and Dr. Christie Bennett. Eat Love Live is a clinic that offers Dietetics and nutrition, physiotherapy, movement classes, music therapy, dance therapy and education from a range of different health …

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s3e54 Andrew Raftery 1:14:45

24d ago1:14:45

1:14:45

In s3e54, Platemark host Ann Shafer talks with Andrew Raftery, artist, professor, scholar, and wallpaper designer. Andrew works in several modes, most notably in engraving. The through line in the work is domesticity. An early print featured a young man suit shopping. Next was a portfolio of engravings detailing rooms during a real estate open hous…

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Kim Kelly, Author and Labor Activist | Johnnie Kallas, Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment Relations 54:53

24d ago54:53

54:53

A freelance labor journalist and author, Kim Kelly, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her life as a freelance journalist and how she found herself covering the labor movement. Kelly also discussed her book Fight Like Hell and explained how she shares those stories with a younger generation. Johnnie Kallas, an Assistant Pro…

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Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, C/CO BCTC | Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer, AFL-CIO 54:52

27d ago54:52

54:52

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building Construction and Trades Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to give updates on the Intel plant project, the ground-breaking for a new water treatment plant and what he expects from Amazon’s purchase of more than 200 acres in Pickaway County, Ohio. S…

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Peter Manikowski, President, PSRA | Adam Kaat, Author, Life on the Grocery Line 54:53

28d ago54:53

54:53

President of the Professional Soccer Referees Association, Peter Manikowski, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the new contract for members after the month-long lockout from the Professional Referee Organization. Manikowski discussed the public support from fans, coaches and the Major League Soccer Players Association. Adam K…

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Mike Knisely, Ohio State BTC | Doreen Cannon, Chair, Tradeswomen Committee at the Cleveland BCTC 54:56

29d ago54:56

54:56

Mike Knisely, Executive Secretary of the Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the construction boom throughout Ohio over the past five years, the progress on the Intel semiconductor plant projects and the work on the Honda and LG joint EV battery production facility. Former…

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Building Self- Confidence with Psychologist Dr. Daisy Gemayel 33:57

1M ago33:57

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On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest to Principal Psychologist of the Mental Care Clinic, Dr Daisy Gemayel. Daisy grew up in Lebanon and then travelled to the U.S where she attended Harvard University at Cambridge in Massachusetts. After studying in the U.S she then travelled to Australia to gain…

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Tim Burga, President, Ohio AFL-CIO | Jon Schleuss, President, The NewsGuild | Dave Jamieson, Labor Reporter, HuffPost 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the Amercia’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the efforts by Citizens Not Politicians to collect enough signatures to get an issue on the November ballot that would remove politicians from redistricting efforts. Burga also talked about the historically low number of bills passed by the state l…

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Doreen Greenwald, President, NTEU | Pat Gallagher, President, North Coast Area Labor Federation 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

President of the National Treasury Employees Union, Doreen Greenwald, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about funding of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and potential cuts to the agency. She also discussed adequately funding the government through the IRS and why the government is dealing with a workforce deficit. Pat Gallagh…

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Merrilee Logue, Executive Director, BCBS NLO | Andrew Snell, Organizing Committee Member, AQAU-CWA 54:34

1M ago54:34

54:34

To round out our coverage of Women’s History Month, Merrilee Logue, Executive Director for the Blue Cross Blue Shield’s (BCBS) National Labor Office (NLO), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss women’s inequality and health equity. Andrew Snell, Organizing Committee Member for the newly formed Activision Quality Assurance United-…

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Bill Samuel, Director of Government Affairs, AFL-CIO | Chelsea Fenton, Executive Board Recording Secretary and Labor Steward, LIUNA Local 596 54:53

1M ago54:53

54:53

Bill Samuel, Director of Government Affairs for the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the passage of a Federal budget for this fiscal year, and how the political division in Congress has led to the least amount of legislation passed during a Congressional Session in history. A labor steward and Executive Board Record…

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Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, Insulators LMCT | Latoya Mathis, Union Rep, UFCW Local 75 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the progress on the Mechanical Insulation Act. Iemini also discussed a new program to help leaders within the union recognize and …

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Maximillian Alvarez, Editor, The Real News Network, and Chris Albright, LIUNA Local 1058 | Tom Buffenbarger, independent labor voice 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

East Palestine resident and LIUNA Local 1058 member Chris Albright and Editor-in-Chief for The Real News Network, Maximillian Alvarez, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to follow up on the event in East Palestine, Ohio over the weekend, the support they received from unions and what union leaders can do to help the residents of East Pal…

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The BluzNdaBlood Show #432, More Single Shots of New Blues! 1:01:16

1M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

Intro Song – JP Soars, “Down By The Water”, Brick By Brick First Set - Benny Turner, “Breakin’ News”, Breakin’ News, 10 Years of Blues, NOLA Blue Records 2014-2024 Seth James, “Honkie Tonkin’’”, Lessons Brad “Guitar” Wilson, “Hoodoo Party”, Buckle Up! Second Set – John Clifton, “One Fine Chick”, Too Much To Pay Cryin' Out Loud, “You Can Dance To Th…

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The BluzNdaBlood Show 432, More Single Shots of New Blues! 1:01:15

1M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

Intro Song – JP Soars, “Down By The Water”, Brick By Brick First Set - Benny Turner, “Breakin’ News”, Breakin’ News, 10 Years of Blues, NOLA Blue Records 2014-2024 Seth James, “Honkie Tonkin’’”, Lessons Brad “Guitar” Wilson, “Hoodoo Party”, Buckle Up! Second Set – John Clifton, “One Fine Chick”, Too Much To Pay Cryin' Out Loud, “You Can Dance To Th…

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Eating Disorders are Only Growing Globally with Director of BMA Sarah McMahon 29:08

1M ago29:08

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On this week’s episode I am super excited to be bringing one of our much loved guest, Director and Psychologist here at BodyMatters Australasia, Sarah McMahon. Sarah is a Registered Psychologist and the Director of BodyMatters Australasia clinic which is an eating disorder treatment clinic which has clinics all around Australia. BMA utilises the di…

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