Best CoOp Kids Podcasts (2024)

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Mixed Feelings About Your Empty Nest? Author Karla Olson Shares Ideas to Thrive as Your Kids Fly the Coop 45:46

22d ago45:46

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Does the phrase “empty nest” conjure feelings of freedom or sadness? Millions of parents struggle with mixed emotions as their children head to college and the real world. If a fast-approaching empty nest has you wondering—what’s next for me?— this week’s show has answers. Host Katie Fogarty connects with author Karla Olson, who shares lessons and …

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Episode 203 Coturnix Quail / Raising Quail with Zack the Quail Guy / Thai-Inspired Pumpkin and Egg Stir-Fry / Quail Jewelry 53:14

8h ago53:14

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In this week's episode we spotlight the small but mighty Coturnix Quail. Zack Greene from Myshire Farm joins us to talk about getting stared with Quail and all of the advantages of raising them. We share our recipe for delicious Thai-Inspired Pumpkin and Egg Stir Fry, and we find some retail therapy with Quail Jewelry on Etsy. Grubbly Farms - click…

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Time To Talk About How You Really Feel with Burnout Pro Dr. Jessi Gold 51:27

2h ago51:27

51:27

For Dr. Jessi Gold, everything was absolutely fine—until it suddenly wasn’t. As practicing psychiatrist and assistant professor, Dr. Gold was used to being constantly busy. Dr. Gold’s always-on, never say no approach to caregiving led to extreme burnout and led her to seek treatment for her own mental health. Now, Dr. Gold is out with a brand new b…

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Involuntary treatment not the answer to BC's toxic drug crisis 13:19

28m ago13:19

13:19

Both the BC NDP and the Conservative Party of BC have pledged to expand involuntary care under the Mental Health Act for people who use drugs. More than 17 organizations have condemned forced detention plans, including the BC Civil Liberties Association and the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users. Meenakshi Mannoe is connected to anti-prison and a…

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Toolkit helps BC voters identify issues of concern for children and youth 15:26

31m ago15:26

15:26

The First Call Child and Youth Advocacy Society has been producing election-focused materials for decades. With the BC provincial election just days away, First Call has created a toolkit focused on effective election advocacy for children and youth. Adrienne Montani joins us to talk about some of the issues facing children, youth and families in t…

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Episode 202 Silver Penciled Plymouth Rock Chicken / Fall Tasks for Chicken Keepers / Pumpkin Rosemary Drop Biscuits / Chicken Harnesses 39:33

1d ago39:33

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful Silver Penciled Plymouth Rock chicken and we discuss Fall tasks that will help you get ready for cold weather. Our recipe this week is Pumpkin Rosemary Drop Biscuits, and we share some retail therapy with chicken harnesses and leads. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://www.an…

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Journalist Tamsen Fadel Talks Menopause, Epic Hot Flashes and Shares a BTS of Her New Film “The M Factor” 33:56

2d ago33:56

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An epic on-camera hot flash gave TV journalist Tamsen Fadel a crash course on menopause and how little most women know about navigating this seismic transition. Now the Emmy-winning journalist has teamed up to produce a first of its-kind documentary PBS-film on menopause—The M Factor. Tamsen returns to A Certain Age to share her menopause story and…

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Scarce and expensive housing is eroding BC's liveability and economy 17:40

2d ago17:40

17:40

If you live in British Columbia, and you care about equality and social justice, you probably have many conversations in week about how unaffordable housing is becoming. Economists at the BC office of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives have examined this issue and have come forward with a multi-pronged approach to tackle the problem. We sp…

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Climate change and logging push BC forests into uncharted territory 15:42

2d ago15:42

15:42

A recent review of forest trends shows clearcut logging of old growth forests is continuing at unsustainable levels. This is despite the rapid increase of forest area burned - and the fact that there’s a limited area of intact forests left. The review was produced by the Sierra Club BC. I speak with Senior Policy and Science Advisor Jens Wieting.…

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City Beat: Upcoming non-profit and coop housing projects in Vancouver 13:02

2d ago13:02

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Today, Ian Mass tells us about a 10-year retrospective on reconciliation work at the municipal level in Vancouver. Plus two major non-market housing developments in the Downtown Eastside. All this and more on City Beat.By Redeye

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Heather Graham: Sparkling Clarity, Chosen Tribes & Affirmations That Work 47:52

7d ago47:52

47:52

This magnetic, magical showstopper in Swingers, The Hangover, Boogie Nights, and The Spy Who Shagged Me is in The Coop today. Of course, we are talking about the magnificent Heather Graham. But Heather is more than just this lovable bombshell that you see on screen. Today in The Coop, Heather talks about her challenging upbringing and how she found…

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Episode 201 Phoenix Chicken / Catching up with McMurray President Tom Watkins / Pumpkin Crumble Bars / Egghole Industries 50:37

10d ago50:37

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the stunningly beautiful Phoenix chicken. Tom Watkins, President of McMurray Hatchery, joins us to recap Murray Fest, tell us about a new breed for the hatchery, and share the benefits of brooding chicks in Fall. Our recipe this week is ridiculously good Pumpkin Crumble Bars, and retail therapy is the hilarious …

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Still Struggling to Sleep? Sleep Doc Dr. Shelby Harris Has Proven Ideas for Better Zzzs 36:26

9d ago36:26

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Still struggling to sleep? Grab your comfiest Pjs, break put that eye mask! Sleep pro Dr. Shelby Harris has ideas to help you hit the pillow and get better, more consistent Zzzs. Make tonight the night you start to clock restorative, restful sleep. We explore insomnia, why we can’t fall asleep OR stay asleep, evidence-based treatments to clock bett…

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New handbook shares strategies to defend trans kids in BC schools 16:15

10d ago16:15

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A new handbook has been launched to assist BC school trustees who are being targeted with transphobic and homophobic abuse. It outlines some of the ways that school boards are currently under attack and ways to prevent and address this violence. The handbook was written collaboratively by a committee of the group, Lawyers Against Transphobia. We sp…

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The Stand documents historic win for Haida on Lyell Island 24:00

15d ago24:00

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On a misty morning in the fall of 1985, a small group of Haida people blockaded a muddy dirt road on Lyell Island, demanding that the government work with Indigenous people to find a way to protect the land and the future. The Stand is a riveting new feature documentary drawn from more than a hundred hours of archival footage from that first blocka…

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Growing Up In Brazil | Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu & Faith | Pablo Santos - EP # 158 1:38:25

11d ago1:38:25

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The man himself Pablo Santos joins the podcast from Ottawa Ontario Live. Pablo was born and raised in Brazil until his late twenties when he moved to Canada. He is a 4 times National Champion, 4th degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, Breathing & Yoga instructor & the reason i fell in love with Jiu Jitsu & why i still train to this day. His approa…

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Bonus Episode: Chip Conley on the Upside of Aging and Learning to Love Midlife 52:04

11d ago52:04

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Mixed feelings about midlife? Do not miss this jolt of inspiration from midlife OG and NYT bestselling author Chip Conley. In this A Certain Age bonus episode, we explore Chip’s latest book, “Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Life Gets Better with Age,” an optimistic blueprint for making your 40s to 70s the best decades of your life. Drawing on …

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Episode 200 Embden Goose / Goose Keeping 101 with Lisa Steele / Baked Apple Pudding / Omlet Pro Coop 1:01:36

15d ago1:01:36

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In this week's episode (our 200th!!) we spotlight the ancient and lovely Embden goose. Lisa Steele joins us to talk through the basics of keeping geese. We share our recipe for crazy good baked Apple Pudding, and provide some retail therapy with the awesome and spacious new Omlet Pro coop. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://…

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Climate Hope: Stories of Action in an Age of Global Crisis 17:02

16d ago17:02

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The climate crisis has already unleashed disastrous consequences from forest fires to catastrophic flooding and drought. In the face of these alarming trends, it’s crucial for us to remain hopeful and continue to seek solutions. In his book, Climate Hope, David Geselbracht recounts stories of action from around the world and reveals remarkable effo…

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Signs of Life: Field Notes from the Frontlines of Extinction 19:40

16d ago19:40

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Today, almost one in 4 of all species are at risk of extinction, from caribou and spotted owls to sea stars and slime mould. In her new book, Sarah Cox visits the habitats where species are threatened, and the people who are trying to save them. She documents heroic efforts to prevent animal species from disappearing while, at the same time, challe…

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City Beat: Coop housing, city parks and turning waste into energy 15:41

17d ago15:41

15:41

Municipal politicians across Metro Vancouver are back at work after an August break. Redeye collective member, Ian Mass is also back withhis City Beat report talking about Vancouver’s plan to fast-track social and co-operative housing development, review the Integrity Commissioner’s role and lots more.…

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Leanne Morgan: Dazzling Wit, Drive & Big Girl Panties 56:45

21d ago56:45

56:45

Alright y’all, buckle up because you’re in for a wild and hilarious ride with the one and only Southern comedy queen Leanne Morgan. She’s proof that it’s never too late to hit your stride—after 25 years of grinding in the comedy scene, Leanne has found massive success in her 50s. From her viral Def Leppard and Journey video to her inspiring belief …

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Episode 199 Golden Comet Chicken / Integration Tips with Fiona / White Bean Apple Burgers with Thyme and Sage / Grubbly Farms' New AllFlock 52:15

22d ago52:15

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In this week's episode, we spotlight one of the original hybrid layers, the Golden Comet. Fiona joins us for a roundtable discussion where we share our tips for integrating new chickens into the flock. We share our recipe for delicious White Bean Apple Burgers with Thyme and Sage, and provide some retail therapy with Grubbly Farms' new All Flock Fe…

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What’s the Deal with Testosterone Therapy? And How Does It Impact Libido, Energy and Overall Health? 47:20

25d ago47:20

47:20

Testosterone therapy is suddenly all over the news (again) as actress Kate Winslet shares how it turbocharged her sex life. In today’s show, host Katie Fogarty does a deep dive into testosterone and testosterone therapy with board-certified OB/GYN and leading menopause and sexual health expert Dr. Maria Sophocles. We cover the misunderstood role of…

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Commemorative art project honors victims of Komagata Maru tragedy (encore) 17:10

24d ago17:10

17:10

In 2021, Vancouver City Council formally apologized for historical discrimination toward passengers travelling on board the Komagata Maru steamship from British India in 1914. Last month, the City unveiled special commemorative signs near the harbour honoring those impacted by the Komagata Maru tragedy. The street signs were designed by Jagandeep N…

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Episode 198 Campine Chicken / Hanns Paul of Omlet Coops/ Apple Cornmeal Cake / The Quilted Cupcake 56:36

29d ago56:36

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the rare, beautiful, and useful Campine chicken. Hanns Paul of Omlet joins us to talk about the company history and why Omlet coops are so successful. We share our recipe for delicious Apple Cornmeal Cake, and provide some retail therapy with the Quilted Cupcake shop. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate…

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Understanding Midlife Weight Gain, Obesity and Buzzy Weight Loss Drugs with Endocrinologist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen 44:51

1M ago44:51

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Today, we do a deep dive into midlife weight gain and the impact of fluctuating hormones on body composition and health with triple board-certified physician and obesity expert Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen. Dr. Salas-Whalen walks us through the “perfect storm” that links roller coaster midlife hormones to weight gain, gives us a primer on popular weight-…

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Jewish Israeli scholar Maya Wind on her new book, Towers of Ivory and Steel (encore) 21:25

1M ago21:25

21:25

In 2004, the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel called on international scholars to break ties with Israeli academic institutions. In response, Israeli academics claimed to be simply bystanders to the apartheid policies of the Israeli state. A new book reveals just how deeply Israeli universities are entangled with…

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Tracy Anderson: Fitness Renegade, Checklist Liberator & Marriage Proposal Magnet 1:01:20

1M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Tracy Anderson is bringing balance to The Coop today. For over 25 years, this fitness pioneer and innovator has been transforming the health and wellness landscape with the Tracy Anderson Method, helping her followers reconnect with their bodies—and yes, even enhancing their sex lives along the way. Her holistic approach to health and listening to …

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Episode 197 55 Flowery Hen / Q&A with Dr Rebecca / Sausage and Hominy Bake / Vintage Chicken Barware 53:42

1M ago53:42

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the stunningly beautiful and auto-sexing 55 Flowery Hen. Dr. Rebecca joins us to answer some great questions from our Patreon subscribers. We share our recipe for delicious and easy Sausage and Hominy Bake, and provide some retail therapy with another look at vintage chicken barware. Grubbly Farms - click here f…

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Suing for Silence: Sexual Violence and Defamation (encore) 17:34

1M ago17:34

17:34

A ground-breaking new book examines and exposes the use of defamation law to silence victims of sexual violence. Author Mandi Gray draws on media reports, courtroom observations, and interviews with silence breakers, activists, and lawyers from across Canada to examine the impact of so-called liar lawsuits on those who report or are thinking of rep…

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Episode 196 Nankin Bantam Chicken / Molting with Fiona / Blackberry Jam Cupcakes / Vintage Chicken China Sets 52:30

1M ago52:30

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny, adorable, and very old Nankin Bantams. Fiona the Floof Lady joins us for our annual molting episode where we share all of our tips and tricks to get our birds through this rough but very important stretch of time. We share our recipe for delicious Blackberry Jam Cupcakes, and find some retain therapy w…

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Jérémie Harris on quantum physics and the need to regulate AI (encore) 18:31

2M ago18:31

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Jérémie Harris is a former physicist, an AI safety expert and a startup founder. He’s the author of “Quantum Physics Made Me Do It: A Simple Guide to the Fundamental Nature of Everything” and he was be a featured speaker at the 2024 Vancouver Writers Fest. We spoke with him about his new book and about the threats posed by the unregulated growth of…

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Jessica Alba: Mother of Innovation, Narrative-Shaping & Finding Calm 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Today we roosted with Jessica Alba — a true force of nature in both Hollywood and business. Jessica’s story isn’t just about her blockbuster hits, her badass female Rambo stunt moves, or her trailblazing success as the youngest Latina to take a company public with The Honest Company; it’s also about rising up from childhood hospital-bound ailments …

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Episode 195 Swedish Duck / Loss and Grief with Kristine Ellis / Japanese Cabbage Pancakes / Miniature Pet Portraits 49:17

2M ago49:17

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful and useful Swedish Duck. Christine Ellis of Dunkin Ducks joins us for a roundtable discussion about grief and loss of our feathered beauties. We share our recipe for delicious Japanese-style cabbage pancakes, and we find some retail therapy with miniature pet portraits. Grubbly Farms - click here f…

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A Certain Age Turns Four! A Birthday Show with Katie Fogarty and a Special Co-Host 55:59

2M ago55:59

55:59

Wait, what? A Certain Age is four! How in the world is that possible? Join us as Katie turns over the podcast mic to special co-host author Laura Belgray to celebrate four years of podcasting and aging out loud. Grab a coffee, get some wine—we are chatting all things aging, plastic surgery, coloring your hair, the magic of being a late-blooming “ma…

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Colonial powers intact despite Indigenous child welfare court victory (encore) 16:01

2M ago16:01

16:01

In February, the Supreme Court dismissed a challenge by Quebec to the Canadian government’s Indigenous child welfare law, reversing a Quebec Court of Appeal decision to declare the 2019 federal law partly unconstitutional. The decision was widely celebrated by First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders. Yet, according to lawyer Bruce McIvor, the decisi…

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57. Discernment: The Journey of Cinnamon the Fox Act 1 24:21

2M ago24:21

24:21

Our virtue in this episode is: Discernment! Come meet Cinnamon, a fox kit who finally gets to explore outside the den! Everything is new and wonderful and exciting until something happens that throws Cinnamon into a whole adventure of his own. Follow Cinnamon’s exciting journey in today’s episode! Discussion questions for kids: *We will add discuss…

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Bonus Episode: Annabel Monaghan Gives Swoony Beach Books a Midlife Makeover with “Summer Romance” 45:22

2M ago45:22

45:22

Need a summer escape? Grab your sunblock and pull up a beach chair for our chat with bestselling author Annabel Monaghan. We're diving into her latest rom-com, “Summer Romance,” which follows Ali Morris, a professional organizer whose life is anything but organized. Smart, bingeable, and laugh-out-loud funny, “Summer Romance” is a refreshingly cold…

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Live The Way You Want | DR. ROBERT SCHINKE - EP #157 59:25

2M ago59:25

59:25

Got to sit down with the incredible Dr. Robert Schinke fresh off the release of his incredible new book. We take a deep dive into his upbringing and how the people who doubted him proved to be his biggest motivators for his success and longevity. Robert takes a very enthusiastic approach to his life and shares how you can apply the principles that …

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Episode 194 Heritage Cornish Chicken / Rooster Behavior with Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm / Peach Cobbler / Vintage Chicken Figurines / 55:12

2M ago55:12

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In this week's episode we spotlight the surprisingly sweet and adorable heritage Cornish chicken. Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm and Sawdust Publishing joins us to talk about rooster behaviors for new rooster keepers. We share our recipe for a delicious and easy late summer Peach Cobbler, and find some retail therapy with vintage chicken figurin…

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Entrepreneur Carrie Kerpen Built an 8-Figure Business Being Likeable. Now, She Wants to Put More Money in the Hands of More Women 38:58

2M ago38:58

38:58

Have you ever dreamed of starting and selling a business? Entrepreneur Carrie Kerpen co-founded the agency Likeable, sold that business for 8-figures, and now teaches women founders how to successfully sell their businesses and bank as much cash as possible. We explore Carrie’s improbable, one-of-a-kind business origin story (seriously, do not miss…

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Taking social media giants to court over platforms harmful by design (encore) 13:02

2M ago13:02

13:02

It seems that the more that comes out about the effects of social media on children and youth, the more concerned we should be. Now a law firm that represents victims of social media has filed cases against platforms including Meta, Snap, TikTok, and Discord, on the basis that they are harmful by design. Lorraine Chisholm speaks with Matthew Bergma…

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Helping Clients Quit Smoking | Leading A Business | Stop Being A Victim EP #156 1:39:17

2M ago1:39:17

1:39:17

My good friend Zak returns to the studio to catch up on what's been going on with us and our self growth journeys. Zak talks about leaving personal training, Bullying Clients To Success, Leading A Business, how to Stop Being A Victim & his journey from his mom passing to how his opinions changed of her throughout his life and how he almost went dow…

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Melissa Etheridge: Walking the Line of Heartbreak, Spiritual Healing & Unstoppable Swagger 55:45

2M ago55:45

55:45

Rock and freaking roll in The Coop! We have none other than the Grammy- and Academy Award-winning artist, Melissa Etheridge. Known as the queen of raspy soulful anthems, passionate activism, fearless openness as a gay woman, and unforgettable live performances, Melissa breaks it all down in The Coop (including revealing that she considered her good…

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Episode 193 Pilgrim Goose / Feeding Waterfowl with Nutrena's Mark and Twain / Judy's Meatballs / Goose Jewelry 51:51

2M ago51:51

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful American heritage breed Pilgrim goose. Mark Eggers and Twain Lockhart join us to discuss Nutrena's newest layer feed as well as the best ways to feed your waterfowl. We share Chrisie's mother-in-law's famous meatball recipe, and find some retail therapy with goose jewelry. Grubbly Farms - click her…

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Navigating Modern, Meaningful Caregiving with Dr. Allison Applebaum 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Getting to midlife means the people we love are aging too. Caregiving for aging parents (or loved ones tackling major illnesses) can take a toll on your physical and mental health, career, and personal life. In this week's episode, Katie delves into the complexities of caregiving with renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Allison Applebaum, author of …

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Danielle Smith launches all-out attack on trans and gender-diverse kids (encore) 20:35

2M ago20:35

20:35

On February 1, Premier Danielle Smith announced that she plans to implement a slate of policies that target transgender and gender-diverse children and youth in Alberta. The proposed measures go far beyond what has already been brought in in Saskatchewan and New Brunswick. We speak with Corinne Mason, professor in the Women's and Gender Studies Pro…

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Bonus Episode: Catherine Newman Cracks Open Her Instant NYT Bestseller Sandwich 50:44

3M ago50:44

50:44

A special bonus episode: Hear the debut episode of our brand new sister podcast, The Midlife Book Club. Listen in as author Catherine Newman brings us to Cape Cod's salty, sandy shores to crack open her instant New York Times bestseller "Sandwich." The book unspools over a weeklong family vacation as the main character, Rocky, navigates memories, m…

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Episode 192 Serama Chicken / Dr Stephanie Lamb - Avian Vet and Nutritional Advisor / Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread / Quictent Walk-In Run 54:02

2M ago54:02

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny and beautiful Serama bantam. Dr Stephanie Lamb, avian vet and advisor to Lefeber/Emeraid, joins us to talk about supplements for poultry health. We share our recipe for delicious Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread, and find some retail therapy with the Quictent Walk-In Chicken Run. Grubbly Farms - click he…

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