Best Michael Whidden Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 86 - Scott Leonard of Connecticut on His Career as a State Trooper 1:17:13

6d ago1:17:13

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Scott Leonard lives in north-central Connecticut where he retired after working as a State Trooper for approximately twenty years and currently works as an athletic trainer. Scott finds hope in people’s resilience, today’s youth and conversations like this podcast. American Tributaries is a podcast sponsored by American Tributaries, Inc., a 501(c)(…

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Episode 85 - Andy Ezard of Illinois on Jacksonville, Being Mayor & Crab Races 1:06:03

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Andy Ezard grew up – and still lives – in Jacksonville, Illinois, where he has served as Mayor since 2009. His prior career included working for Governor Jim Edgar, at the state Board of Natural Resources and as Jacksonville City Clerk. Andy finds hope in the younger generation. You can learn more about Jacksonville, Illinois at www.jacksonvilleil.…

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Episode 84 - Pat Keane of Connecticut on Annapolis, the Nutmeg State & Philanthropy 1:08:11

1M ago1:08:11

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Pat Keane has spent much of his life in Connecticut, growing up in Waterford and now residing in Suffield. After serving in the U.S. Navy and having a career in real estate, Pat retired to run with his wife Susi the Rukwa Foundation, which does development work in Tanzania. Pat finds hope in the next generation rising through the college ranks. You…

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Episode 83 - William Richter of Kansas on Dialogue, Shared Values & Federalist #10 1:09:10

2M ago1:09:10

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Dr. William Richter lives in Manhattan, Kansas, where is a Professor Emeritus at Kansas State University. He had previously served as, among other things, an Assistant Provost and Head of the Political Science department. Bill finds hope in the interesting and inspiring people he continues to meet. You can find more about Kansas Dialogue at www.kan…

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Episode 82 - Doug Teschner of New Hampshire on Polarization, Purity & Brave Politics 47:17

2M ago47:17

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Dr. Douglass Teschner lives in the area of West Lebanon, New Hampshire. He is an active member of Braver Angels, founded his own consultancy called Growing Leadership, was involved with the Peace Corps for more than a decade and was a legislator in the New Hampshire House of Representatives from 1988 to 2002. Doug and host Michael Whidden were conn…

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Episode 81 - Seth Kaplan of Maryland on his book “Fragile Neighborhoods” and Envisioning a New Civil Society 1:03:35

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Dr. Seth D. Kaplan lives in the Baltimore / Washington DC area and is a leading expert on fragile states, lectures at Johns Hopkins University and consults for organizations such as the World Bank and U.S. State Department. In October 2023, he published an amazingly insightful book, “Fragile Neighborhoods”, about how we can repair American society …

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Episode 80 - Greg Gerloff of North Dakota talks Ross Perot, Healthcare and Winnipeg 1:06:29

3M ago1:06:29

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Greg Gerloff lives in Grand Forks, North Dakota, where he raised his family and pursued a career in healthcare, which concluded with him serving as chief executive officer of Altru Health Systems. Greg and host Michael Whidden were connected by Greg’s nephew Adam, who was an elementary school teacher for two of Michael’s children. Greg finds hope i…

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Episode 79 - Aviva Sussman of New Mexico on the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, Santa Fe's Desert & the Torah 1:05:29

4M ago1:05:29

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Aviva Sussman lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she was a scientist for Los Alamos National Laboratories and Sandia National Laboratories involved with, among things, implementation of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty and recently started studies of a new, very different topic: the Torah. Aviva finds hope in stillness and in our common …

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Episode 78 - Sara Stahl of Ohio on Small Town Living, Social Work & Mayflies 1:02:35

4M ago1:02:35

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Sara Stahl lives in Port Clinton, Ohio, on the southwest shore of Lake Erie, where she is a social worker in the education system. Sara grew up in Port Clinton and attended The Ohio State University. Sara finds hope in her work and the youth and what they can offer the country. American Tributaries is a podcast sponsored by American Tributaries, In…

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Episode 77 - Vishwesh Bhatt of Mississippi on Southern Cuisine & His Oxford Hometown 1:01:52

5M ago1:01:52

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Vishwesh Bhatt lives in Oxford, Mississippi, where he is executive chef for the city’s acclaimed Snackbar, a Southern brasserie and oyster bar and was recognized, in 2019, as the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef in the South. In 2022, he published a book of recipes and stories called “I Am From Here” which was designated as one of NPR’s “Books we…

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Sippin' Tech Stories: CDI's SAs Dive into Episode 15 with Kyle Wiley! 22:56

6M ago22:56

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In the 15th episode of SAs and IPAs, hosts Kyle Mullin and Rob Owen are joined by special guest Kyle Wiley for an engaging and lively discussion. The trio explores various topics, showcasing their unique perspectives and experiences in the world of technology and solutions architecture. The episode kicks off with an entertaining revelation – a cust…

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Episode 76 - Mark Genszler of New York on Spirituality 1:23:23

6M ago1:23:23

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Reverend Mark Genszler lives in Brooklyn, New York, where he is the rector for Christ Church Cobble Hill, an Episcopal parish first organized in 1835. Rev. Genszler and host Michael Whidden met this past December at the holiday party of mutual friends. Mark finds hope in the rising generation’s awareness of the world, in the quiet and stillness of …

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Unlocking the Secrets to Success in IT | SAs and IPAs EP14 26:40

7M ago26:40

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Welcome to Episode 14 of CDI's engaging podcast series, "SAs and IPAs." In this installment, join hosts Michael Colonno (AVP of Solution Architects) and Bob McCouch (Director of Network Architects at CDI), as they delve into the dynamic intersection of leadership and technological expertise. The lively conversation covers a range of topics, from bu…

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Episode 75 - Ed Tomlinson of West Virginia on Classic Liberalism, Depolarization & Waterfalls 1:00:36

8M ago1:00:36

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Dr. Ed Tomlinson lives in Morgantown, West Virginia, where he is a Professor of Management at the Chambers College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in negotiation and compensation and a Ph.D. seminar on groups and teams. Dr. Tomlinson is also active with Braver Angels, serving, among…

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Ep. 47 - A Sunday Morning Message from: David Anderson 44:40

8M ago44:40

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No guest today. In addition to my work at WeddingChaplain.com, I am also a local church pastor. On October 1st, we had a launch day that included my Sunday morning message being centered around the release of my new book, Before God and These Witnesses: How to Start a Marriage Ministry to Save Your Church, Reach Your Community, and Change the Cultu…

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Episode 74 - Tami Van of New York talks Construction, Trade Training & Dining thru New York City 1:06:51

8M ago1:06:51

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Tami Van lives in New York, New York, where she is the Chief Financial Officer of one of New York City’s premier HVAC contractors. Our discussion covers, among other things: *her path from Brooklyn Tech High School and New York University into the construction industry *thoughts on union work *how she has developed the skills to meticulously manage…

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Ep. 46 - An Interview with CP Heda 38:14

8M ago38:14

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My guest today is CP Heda. He leads an event company called Esstart. Esstart is an innovative engagement platform with the mission to use technology to make events more interactive, memorable, and inclusive. CP will talk about his background and highlight their flagship product which is “Instant Spotlight.” It is an interactive photo wall event whe…

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Technology, Security, and the Channel | SAs and IPAs Ep.12 34:06

9M ago34:06

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Do you have questions or suggestions for the show? Or are you or someone you know a good guest to meet the guys? Reach out today at sasandipas@cdillc.com In the 12th installment of SAs and IPAs, host Michael Colonno invites you on an enlightening journey into the world of technology, security, and channel sales. In this episode, he's joined by two …

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Episode 73 - Max Miller of Iowa talks Capitalism, Government & Iowa Nice 1:07:32

9M ago1:07:32

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Max Miller lives in Des Moines, Iowa, where he works for the Federal Trade Commission as an attorney advisor on competition to Commissioner Alvaro M. Bedoya. Max has experienced living in a variety of different settings, growing up in Des Moines, attending the University of Florida, attending Columbia Law School and working/living in Chicago, Londo…

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Ep. 45 - Today’s show is about the Enneagram, A personality profile that helps couples better understand themselves and their partners. 44:14

9M ago44:14

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Today’s guest is Myrna Scales. Myrna is a USAF pilot wife, mom to two young boys, blogger, TEDx Speaker, and Certified Enneagram Coach. She loves helping people build confidence with the Enneagram. The Enneagram is a personality typing system that describes patterns in how people interpret the world and manage their emotions. There are nine Enneagr…

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Episode 72 - Wanda Battle of Alabama on Montgomery, Dr. King, Love & Community 1:01:43

9M ago1:01:43

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Wanda Battle lives in Montgomery, Alabama, where she owns and operates her Legendary Tours company, which teaches about the Civil Rights Era but has a far grander ambition: “to engage in life-changing conversations” that will inspire guests to become their “greatest” selves and be “committed to love, respect, care for all mankind”. Our discussion c…

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Ep. 44 - An Interview With Burl Jernigan 32:59

9M ago32:59

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My guest today is Burl Jernigan. Burl is a friend and a mentor. He is the pastor of First Baptist Church of Girard, Ohio. We have a wide-ranging conversation about his ministry and working with couples. To learn more about Burl and the whole team at WeddingChaplain.com please visit: The Wedding Chaplain Website Find the Wedding Chaplain on social m…

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Episode 71 - Ron Heller of Oklahoma talks OKC, Tornadoes & Politics 1:06:59

9M ago1:06:59

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Ron Heller is a practicing attorney and retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel who has lived in Oklahoma City since 1974. Ron and host Michael Whidden were connected by Ron’s son Eric, who worked with Michael in the early 2000s. Our discussion covers, among other things: *his early days: from the ashes of World War II to the life of an "Army brat" to…

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Ep. 43 - After the Climb 36:20

9M ago36:20

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No guest today. I take some time to talk about the feelings and emotions of the wedding weekend. Weddings are mountain-top events, meaning a climb up and a coming off-the-mountain experience. The climb up is stressful and exciting. The descending is full of decompression relief and can sometimes be deflating. For those interested in ordering a copy…

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Balancing Work and Family: Insights from a Tech Leader | SAs and IPAs Ep. 11 33:58

10M ago33:58

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In the 11th episode of SAs and IPAs, hosts Michael Colonno and Rob Owen sit down with special guest Greg Bennett to embark on a thought-provoking journey into the intricate art of harmonizing a flourishing tech career with the responsibilities of family life. Greg, a seasoned tech leader with a wealth of experience, shares invaluable insights into …

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Ep. 42 - The Vow: An Interview with Author Michael Ruskin 43:57

10M ago43:57

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Today’s guest is Michael Ruskin. Michael is the last surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Ruskin writes for a living and writes and publishes memoirs and family history books for people who want their stories told and preserved as keepsakes for their family or to a wider audience. The Vow, A Love Story and the Holocaust is Mr. Ruskin's lat…

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Episode 70 - April Chatham-Carpenter of Arkansas on Applied Communications, Chaos Zone & a Feminist Friend 1:11:33

10M ago1:11:33

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Dr. April Chatham-Carpenter lives in Little Rock, Arkansas, where she is the Chair of the Department of Applied Communication at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Our discussion covers, among other things: *the negative stereotypes her own family had about Arkansas *wealth disparity *her friendship across political lines with a feminist sc…

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Ep. 41 - Before God and These Witnesses 22:54

10M ago22:54

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No guest today. I am proud to announce my new book, which is the product of my years of wedding ministry. It is entitled Before God and These Witnesses: How to Start a Marriage Ministry to Save Your Church, Reach Your Community, and Change the Culture While You Are at It. I share stories from my wedding ministry over the past two years. The good, t…

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Episode 10 - Exploring Tech, Work Attire, and AI - Michael Colonno, Kyle Mullin, and Colleen Harper 36:49

11M ago36:49

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In the 10th episode of "SAs and IPAs," the hosts dive into a captivating discussion that blends technology, work attire, and the power of AI. Colleen Harper, Michael Colonno, and Kyle Mullin engage in a lively conversation, sharing their insights and experiences in the tech world. They explore topics ranging from the evolution of work attire post-C…

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Episode 69 - Brady Busby of Arizona on Running for Congress, Army Combat and Healing 1:04:46

11M ago1:04:46

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Brady Busby lives in Young, Arizona, where he operates his not-for-profit Ash’s Grove and is running as an Independent for the state’s 2nd Congressional District. Brady served in the U.S. Army, specializing in special operations intelligence, and concluding his service as a Chief Warrant Officer. Our discussion covers, among other things: *his seve…

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Episode 68 - Jenae Moxie of Georgia on Being a Bulldog, the South's Siren Song & Stone Mountain Picnics 51:18

11M ago51:18

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Jenae Moxie lives in the Atlanta, Georgia area, where she works as a corporate attorney for a venerable global law firm. She has lived in various parts of the nation including California, Florida, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and New York but would contend that her current home is the very best. Our discussion covers, among other things: *her path t…

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Episode 67 - Tamer Kassis of New York on His Bonafide Deli, Egg Sandwiches & Pandemic Perseverance 1:03:06

11M ago1:03:06

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Tamer Kassis lives in Nassau County, New York. He owns and manages, with his mother Fera, a neighborhood delicatessen and café, Bonafide, in the Cobble Hill section of Brooklyn. The deli was started by his father Kameel twenty-five years ago. Our discussion covers, among other things: *how their business persevered through the pandemic *the differe…

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Episode 9 - Michael Colonno, Alyssa Hall, and Heather Smedley 30:49

11M ago30:49

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🎙️ SA's Episode 9: Exploring IT, Marketing, and Non-Alcoholic Beer 🍻 Welcome to the 9th episode of "SAs and IPAs," the engaging podcast produced by CDI Studios that delves into the fascinating worlds of technology, marketing, and the IT industry. Join host Michael Colonno as he leads an enlightening discussion with special guest Heather, a newly-mi…

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Episode 66 - Laura Sibony of Oregon talks Nurse Anesthetists, Army Deployments & the Beaver State 1:02:42

12M ago1:02:42

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Laura Sibony lives in Portland, Oregon and is pursuing her doctorate in nursing anesthesia at Oregon Health & Science University. She has been a U.S. Army reservist for the last seven years, since graduating from the University of Vermont. Our discussion covers, among other things: *her path to becoming commissioned as an officer in the Army *deplo…

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Ep. 40 - The Wedding Buzz with Sydney Whidden 39:38

12M ago39:38

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No guest today. Well, I am the guest. Specifically, I was a guest on another podcast called The Wedding Buzz hosted by Sydney Whidden. Are you planning your wedding and overwhelmed? Sydney is a wedding planning coach and founder/owner of Delightful Planning. She knows that planning a wedding can be so stressful, and she is on a mission to ensure th…

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Episode 65 - Connor Rickett of Arizona on Wolves, Conversation & Insight from a Walmart Bathroom 1:15:25

12M ago1:15:25

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Connor Rickett is based in Phoenix, Arizona but, with the remote character of his employment, travels extensively around the United States (especially in the West). In those travels, he studies and photographs wildlife and their surroundings and, perhaps more importantly, has gained optimistic insight into Americans and human beings in general. Thi…

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Episode 64 - Gabriella Timmis of New York talks News Media, Polarization & Staying Sane (and Engaged) 1:04:00

1y ago1:04:00

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Gabriella Timmis lives in New York, New York and is Director of Social Media for Braver Angels, one of the country’s leading organizations seeking to rebuild bridges across the political spectrum. She grew up outside Detroit, Michigan, graduated from Michigan State University and worked at NBC News. Our discussion covers, among other things: *her p…

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Episode 8 - Michael Colonno, Bob McCouch, & Ed Smoke 33:30

1y ago33:30

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Join Host Michael Colonno and Co-Host Bob McCouch as they sit down with Ed Smoke. In this episode of SA's and IPA's, they get into Ed’s career including an interesting time as a salesman; but what did Ed sell that had the guys laughing? They dive into the world of digital - covering topics like ‘What are people trying to automate?’ ‘How to lead and…

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Episode 39 - Questions You Need to Ask Before Getting Engaged 32:29

1y ago32:29

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Today’s Episode is about the Questions we need to ask ourselves or our partner before getting engaged or getting married. Show Notes No guest today. Today, I walk through some questions that everyone needs to ask themselves or their partners before getting engaged and certainly before getting married. To read the blog article that goes along with t…

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Episode 63 - Mike Myers of Indiana on Teaching History, Balance in Democracy & Sugar Cream Pie 1:03:50

1y ago1:03:50

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Mike Myers lives in West Lafayette, Indiana and is a lifelong Hoosier. He is currently a high school social studies teacher and previously worked in middle schools as a teacher and administrator. Mike and host Michael Whidden were connected by Dustin McKinney, the guest from podcast episode 51. Our discussion covers, among other things: *the reason…

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Episode 38 - Stronger Because Life Coaching 24:52

1y ago24:52

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Our guest today is Jenn Andersen. She is a marriage and relationships coach. Specifically, she helps people break unhealthy cycles in their relationships. Through her blog, social media, and speaking, she shares the key elements of creating deeper, more connected relationships. She provides one-on-one coaching and instruction to build these importa…

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Episode 62 - Claire Bishop of Missouri talks KC, Civic-Building Books & American Public Square 55:18

1y ago55:18

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Claire Bishop lives in the Kansas City, Missouri area and is the Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of American Public Square, a nonpartisan not-for-profit seeking to change the tone and quality of public discourse in our country. Our discussion covers, among other things: *Kansas City’s many attractions, including its arts and culinary…

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Episode 37 - The Better Topics Game 46:57

1y ago46:57

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Our guest today is Diana Indries. Diana went from being a manager in the UK's corporate world of NHS (National Health System) to the creator and CEO of Better Topics. Relationships are her long-time passion, and over the past few years, she has taken this to the next level and is helping thousands of couples in over 176 countries with their relatio…

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Episode 61 - Maryellen Feehery Hank of Pennsylvania on Incentives, Points-of-View and Identity 53:23

1y ago53:23

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Maryellen Feerhery Hank lives in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and has been an attorney for almost twenty-five years, with a specialty in patent law. She and host Michael Whidden know each other from when they were classmates at the University of Pennsylvania in the early 1990s. Our discussion covers, among other things: *how a trip to …

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Episode 60 - Matt Smith of New Jersey talks Coast Guard, Ice-Breaking & Flying Airplanes 1:01:32

1y ago1:01:32

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Matt Smith lives in southern New Jersey, where he retired as a Commander after 22 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard. While continuing work with the USCG as a civilian he has also been pursuing flight training and recently earned his Private Pilot certificate to fly under Visual Flight Rules. Matt and host Michael Whidden know each other from…

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Episode 7 - Michael Colonno, Kyle Mullin, and Christopher Whidden 31:27

1y ago31:27

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Welcome back to SA's and IPA's! In this great episode, Michael and Kyle sit down with CDI Director of Solution Architects - Security, Christopher Whidden. In this episode, they tackle everything you want to know about being an SA in the security space. You can also learn about Chris' side hobby, but WARNING you will not want to listen to this hungr…

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Episode 59 - Zedora Teton Enos of Wyoming on Education, Elders & the Shoshone People 1:02:26

1y ago1:02:26

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Zedora Teton Enos is an elder of the Eastern Shoshone people and lives on the Wind River Indian Reservation in west-central Wyoming. She is currently Director of the Eastern Shoshone Cultural Center, which champions Shoshone culture, language revitalization and preservation of traditions. She is the great-granddaughter of the legendary Chief Washak…

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Episode 58 - Melaine Oster of New Jersey talks Nursing 1:02:29

1y ago1:02:29

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Melaine Oster lives in New Jersey and is a registered nurse working in interventional cardiology at a hospital in New York City. She was inspired to leave her job in copywriting and become a nurse in the wake of the tragedies of 9/11. Our discussion covers, among other things: *her education and career path *the difference between a bedside nurse a…

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Episode 57 - Jessica Lauren Walton of Maryland on Israel, Judaism & the U.S. 1:10:33

1y ago1:10:33

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Jessica Lauren Walton lives in the Maryland suburbs of Washington DC and recently completed a memoir about her years overseas when she sought admission to the highest echelons of the Israeli intelligence community. Our discussion covers, among other things: *how a Mormon friend sparked her curiosity about her Judaic roots *the Torah and secular kno…

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Episode 56 - Jeremy Parzen of Texas on Geographic Prejudgment, Political Diversity & Progress 49:55

1y ago49:55

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Jeremy Parzen lives in Houston TX with his wife and two children. His life started in Chicago, but he grew up in La Jolla CA. He then attended UCLA and worked in New York City before moving to H-Town approximately fifteen years ago. With a PhD in Italian literature, Jeremy has spent significant time in Italy and is a widely-respected expert in Ital…

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