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Welcome to Running & Fabulous, where electrifying things happen... usually after a run to IGNITE and EMPOWER new and amateur runners to gain the confidence they need to take on a challenge bigger than themselves. Remember... you can change your life, one run at a time! ;)
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Let’s Slow Down is a podcast hosted by Annemarie Stolting about harnessing the transformative power of slowing down and simplifying life, so that you find clarity and guidance to live with intention and pursue your authentic purpose. We’ll talk about realistic ways to ease up on the daily grind to calm your mind, declutter your home and free your schedule to reveal what truly matters.
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You came here to live a magical existence – one you'll be proud of when you're 90 years old. So break free, be you, and unleash your inner brilliance with speaker, coach, and breathworker, Jen Liss, as she interviews people who are living their most abundant, authentic – and often non-traditional – lives. Get inspired by how they've pursued their passions, embraced their gifts, and started living in the most brilliantly badass ways (so you can too!) Whether you're starting a new career, pivo ...
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And from out of left field, here’s our episode on Taco’s “Puttin’ On The Ritz.” It is both a fascinating and terrifying cover of Irving Berlin’s famous track, and we are here to guide you through it! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever y…
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Dr. Heather Penny is a leadership coach, trusted advisor, celebrated teacher, and engaging speaker and author. She's the author of The Life You're Made For: Finding Clarity, Confidence, and Courage to be Fully Alive, Grace Space and The Bracelet. Her mission is to draw out people’s natural strengths to engage purposefully in their lives and the rel…
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Do you know what your thought habits are? Today’s guest is Amy Kemp, Owner/CEO of Amy Kemp,Inc. Amy helps leaders and business professionals understand how deeply thought habits impact every part of their work and lives. As a certified Habit Finder Coach, Amy has led over 300 female business leaders through a program called Encounter, that is desig…
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"Invisible Touch" comes at a time when Genesis was at their commercial peak. Not only did this become their only Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit, but it also found itself on the charts with songs by almost all other present and former members of the band. The song certainly has its haters, but you will not hear hatred from us: we love "Invisible Touch," a…
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Let's Slow Down, THE BOOK, is finally here! Click HERE to purchase your copy today! Today Annemarie shares about her journey to publish her first book, along with what it's about, and who would benefit reading it. Highlights are: Acknowledge Where You’re At, Accept Who You Are Importance of Rest and Recovery What Matters Most How to Simplify Redefi…
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If you get a chance to watch Lisa Stansfield sing at Apollo (you can see that here), you can see why her singing can win everyone over, especially on the hit single "All Around The World." In this episode, Frank gives us his best Barry White impression and Bill recounts the story of how Stansfield ended up slapping Prince. Thank you for joining us!…
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King Harvest's biggest hit was written as a response to a violent world - one that had nearly killed songwriter Sherman Kelly on a beach in St. Croix. We dive into the story behind the song, examine what makes this track so special (a toilet brush, for example), and then Bill takes Frank for a trip through the many versions of the song released ove…
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In this final episode of our Summer 2024 Short Series I have a fun announcement, along with a review of my experience taking the minimalist fashion challenge Project 333, and finally 5 ways to simplify a busy season. I also cover a summer reflection/journal prompt to help you make the most of the summer season in years to come. Links: Get your copy…
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Like so many of the sitcoms we grew up watching, we have finally made our Very Special Episode. Dave Kitchen joins us for the 16th time and brings us “Toy Soldiers” by Martika. Step by step and heart to heart, we bring you everything we’ve got as we plum the depths of (goth?) dance pop and drug addiction. Official Video Mixtape You can find us on I…
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"Ride Like The Wind" is both yachty and naughty: a smooth song about an outlaw who has escaped hanging for the murder of ten men. In our (limited) knowledge of the so-called genre, we believe this is the only yacht rock song that dares to deal with this subject matter. Truth be told, the song is so enjoyable that it is hard to imagine that it is ab…
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In this episode, Annemarie recaps her month off and how breaks can be restorative and productive. She also shares insights from the book, The Well-Lived Life by Dr. Gladys McGarey, along with the doctor's six secrets to healthy and happiness. Be sure to sign up here for updates on the release of Annemarie’s upcoming book! 💞 Loving this podcast? Lea…
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Listen folks: sometimes a peach is just a peach. In today's episode we dive into the history of this anthem to a tender fruit. We didn't realize we would be diving into the world of ninjas, LSD, and two string basses. Thank you for joining us! Peaches official video Mixtape You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us a…
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It took us a while, but we finally feature "The Voice" on our show. We dive into the history, meaning, and video of Steve Perry's "Oh Sherrie." Brace yourself, because Frank cannot resist singing the first lines of this tune! Official Video Mixtape You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com…
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Today's summer short episode focuses on how to enjoy it all and make it count this summer season. Relax and unwind this season by trying a few (or all) of these simple pleasures available to us all summer long. Be sure to sign up here for updates on the release of Annemarie’s upcoming book! 💞 Loving this podcast? Leave a review and share it with a …
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"You Got It All" is a sweet song with a bittersweet backstory, and just so happens to be the first song Bill sang to his newborn son. We discuss the background of The Jets family band and celebrate the sweetness of this standout track from their debut album. We also give one heck of a Hallmark movie. Thank you for spending your time with us! Offici…
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"Too Many Walls" is a song that was played everywhere in 1991. It may not have soared to the top of the charts (except the Billboard Adult Contemporary), but it had staying power on radio. Bill and Frank learn all about Cathy Dennis in this episode, and we come away with a much deeper appreciation for "one of the most influential people in the musi…
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In today's episode, I'm sharing simple tips to make your summer easier and more stress free. After all, isn't that what summer is all about? Take a listen to this quick episode and start integrating these tips now to let your summer be easy and fun. Mentioned: Episode 33: Simple Summer Nights Be sure to sign up here for updates on the release of An…
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Superfan Dan joins us and brings us our most challenging song yet! Who would have thought a Canadian from Toronto would bring us the highest selling reggae single of all time? In this episode, we revisit the history of this song and we tell you what it actually means. Buckle up! Official Video Mixtape Adrienne Clarkson Documentary Ali Spagnola Cove…
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Breathe’s “Hands to Heaven” has been the soundtrack to many moments in our lives, whether it be to a slow dance with one you love or to the final moments before a devastating break-up. To us, however, “Hands To Heaven” will be forever paired with Brian Boitano’s passionate skating routine to express his love for Katarina Witt during the climactic m…
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Don't let packing stress you out or weigh you down for your next trip. Today's summer short episode focuses on ways to pack minimally and intentionally for your summer vacation. Packing lighter will add to the ease and enjoyment of your travels by eliminating excess time, clutter, and work you need to do to prepare and unpack from your vacation. Ma…
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What started out as a novelty song turned into one of the high points of Barry Manilow's career. We're here to celebrate the legacy that is "Copacabana (At the Copa)" by revisiting the history of the tune, analyzing the lyrics, and explaining the significance of bananas in the grieving process. Thank you for joining us! Mixtape Muppets and Liza Min…
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It's "Return of the Mike" at Bill & Frank's Guilt-Free Pleasures as Mike V returns to discuss the ultimate R&B/Hip-Hop crossover hit of the 90s. We discuss Mark Morrison's fascinating past as well as what makes this song truly incredible. As a bonus - you will be treated to Frank's vaudevillian version of Mark Morrison's voice! Music Video Mixtape …
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Welcome to the first episode of the Let's Slow Down Summer '24 Series! In walking the walk, I am slowing down the pace of the podcast and bringing back the summer short episode series on a bi-weekly basis. I am prioritizing family time and a break for the summer months. Full length, weekly episodes will return in the Fall. In this episode, I highli…
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It's quite true that just hearing those guitar plucks on Spandau Ballet's enduring hit will set you adrift on memory bliss. Don't fight it; instead, join us as we celebrate this song and discuss its history as well as its incredible power. You will get to hear Frank do his best Al Green and Tony Hadley impressions while Bill reads from The Lovesong…
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Do you trust your own instincts? How much faith do you put in your own decision making? This Thursday Thread episode pulls out a bit from Tuesday's conversation with business mentor, Kelly Roach, where we discussed how your instincts are a compass leading you to unimaginable achievements...but how many people haven't learned to listen in and honor …
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Have you ever felt like you're up against an invisible barrier, one that's stopping you from reaching your fullest potential? Today, Kelly Roach joins us to tackle this very issue as she teaches us foundational principles for scaling a business and creating an enduring legacy. As founder and CEO of Kelly Roach International, former NFL cheerleader,…
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In this enlightening episode of Let’s Slow Down, we chat with Noelle Fowler, a fellow New Jersey resident and TCNJ alumna who runs a successful Holistic Decluttering Coach business called Make Room to Breathe. Noelle runs The Making Room membership, which equips women with the tools and knowledge to simplify and curate a home they love, tailored to…
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Love it or hate it, "Kokomo" is a historic hit. With a 22-year-gap in number one hits, The Beach Boys were suddenly back on the scene. Despite Mike Love's notorious heel-turn at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony, the band were able to muster enough goodwill to add one final great song to their catalogue, helped by its prominence in the stinker …
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Ever felt yourself shackled by the fear of the unknown? Are you feeling the calling to make a big life change, but you're afraid of the consequences, or feel stymied by how your decision might impact others? In this Thursday Thread episode, I call back to the Tuesday conversation with Kristin Lee Geiger, who dropped a NYC fashion design job most pe…
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Ever felt like what you're doing isn't quite cutting it for your soul? Join us as Kristin Lee Geiger, former fashion designer turned yoga and fitness guru, shares her story of swapping fashion industry accolades for inner peace. Imagine your dream job - now imagine walking away from it. That's precisely what Kristin did, and today we unwrap the gui…
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Many of us struggle with too many clothes. Our closets are stuffed, our credit cards are maxed out, and we still feel like we have "nothing to wear!" Today, I'm going to share the philosophy and rules of Courtney Carver's "Project 333," and explain why I'm taking the challenge this summer. Learn how decluttering your closet can have benefits that g…
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Before The Way It Is, Another Day In Paradise, or any of those mid-eighties charity singles, there was Moving Pictures' "What About Me?" We discuss the background of the song and it's remarkable two chart runs. And, unlike the people in the song, we actually see the little people "who make the big people big." So listen to us as we listen to those …
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In this reflective episode, I recap my family's spring, focusing on our decision to forgo intense sports and embrace a simpler, more intentional season. I share insights on the benefits we experienced, including less stress, improved mental and physical health, and more quality family time. Benefits of Our Simpler Spring: Less Busy Schedule Increas…
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We may not be visionaries at the same level as Pebbles, but we can see why this tune has maintained its power for over 30 years. We discuss the history of the song (and how it was snatched away from Vanessa Williams), explore the intricacies of the lyrics, and wrestle with the problem of doing too much research on an artist. Thank you for joining u…
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Have you ever felt societal shame when it comes to embracing your desires? In today's episode, I peel back the layers of taboo to peek into the idea of how feminine pleasure and power could be the unsung heroes of personal transformation. We're not just talking about the secretive corners of manifestation communities or erotic empowerment – though …
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As someone who grew up in faith-based schooling with restrictive norms and shame-based practices, the word "pleasure" has long given me the heebie jeebies. Until very recently, I couldn't even imagine, let alone EMBRACE, a world or belief system where pleasure and autonomy are embraced rather than shamed. Yet, here we are, about to share a conversa…
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In a world often fixated on constant action and accomplishment, it’s easy to get stuck in the cycle of “going and doing,” without genuinely being present for any “growing and developing.” Today’s guest, Sammy Burt, a leadership development expert from Farleigh Performance and Backpack, joins us from Bath, England, with an invitation to reconsider o…
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As far as we're concerned, The Proclaimers are more punk than any of the pop punk outfits that we grew up hearing on the radio. It took us a while to realize this, and we seek to remove our guilt for not appreciating this band enough when we were in our youth. It's not too late to enjoy what the twins have to offer, so we hope you will join us in c…
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For your health's sake: give yourself permission! Have you ever considered the health benefits of being unapologetically yourself? In this Thursday Thread episode, we pull out a little thread from Dr. Cindy's episode to talk about how giving yourself permission to live fully and authentically in alignment with yourself is the BEST thing you can do …
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Are you feeling the health tug-of-war? Not sure how to choose between holistic self-care and traditional medicine? Dr. Cindy Tsai, MD bridges this gap with grace, bringing a wealth of expertise on embracing wellness from within. Her own health odyssey unveils the transformative effects of the mind-body synergy, guiding us through the murky waters o…
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Feel like you’re at the mercy of your circumstances? Think again. You have power over your life! Today’s guest is Lorena Schuth, a self concept and manifestation coach with us from Germany, to teach us about the power of manifestation and how it can change our lives. It is Lorena’s mission to show you that you don’t have to betray yourself, lie to …
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In this week's episode we get back to the basics of what are podcast is all about by exploring one of the few medleys to ever top the Billboard Hot 100. Will To Power's combined version of the Peter Frampton and Lynyrd Skynyrd classics was certainly divisive amongst fans of the originals, but this sound is what we are all about. (At least it is for…
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Do you struggle with being consistent? Here's a follow-up question: Are you doing more of what you feel you "have" to do or "need" to do, as opposed to what brings you joy? In this Thursday Thread episode, I pull a an unexpected thread from Poornima's episode on Tuesday. In her conversation, we spent a lot of time talking about healing ourselves, b…
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What was the pivotal moment that led you down a journey of self-healing? In today's episode, I dive into my own personal health and healing journey with Poornima Vamsi, who shares her own. Together, we unravel insights on the often-neglected impact of hormonal imbalances and energetics on women's health. Poornima came to her own expertise in healin…
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In her latest episode, Annemarie shares exciting news about the Let's Slow Down Podcast and offers tips on how to regularly empower yourself to live more authentically and with intention. Questions to Consider While Listening: How are you doing? Really? Do you have enough time for everything on your list? Or do you need to pair down and simplify? D…
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Have you ever found yourself secretly charmed by the little things in life—those moments that WOW you, or the tiny things that can sometimes seem like nothing special? The silly, goofy things that delight YOU are the healing the world needs — and the key to understanding yourself and your unique contributions to the world! In this Thursday Thread e…
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Have you ever been struck by the profound power of a sincere "How are you?" Nirjary Desai, an exceptional event curator for celebrities and brands, joins us to unravel the art of genuine connection and its transformative impact on entrepreneurship and life. Our heartfelt conversation kicks off with a straight-up, down-to-Earth, vulnerable share fro…
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This episode is for anyone who has a busy mind and has a hard time finding stillness. Stop measuring your self-worth by what you accomplish and learn how to slow down, live in the moment and find peace. Today’s guest is Dr. Nissa Keyashian, host of amindfulmd.com. Nissa is a mother, psychiatrist, life coach and meditation & yoga instructor. She is …
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Dave Kitchen joins us to discuss Asia’s biggest hit. We cover corporate rock, time signatures, iambic pentameter, and incidences that arise from circumstance. Official Video Our Mixtape You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Feel free to rate and review us wherever you listen! Her…
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