Best Rachel Erickson Podcasts (2024)

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Self-Care for Moms - (The Empowered Wife - part 2) 27:11

15m ago27:11

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Time management help: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm Be a happy wife - at first it seems odd that the first intimacy skill is self-care, is about yourself, but it's all part of taking responsibility for yourself. Start with yourself, not with what other people are doing or saying. Many unhappy wives and homemakers think martyrdom is…

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On the Way to Hellville: My Brandy Melville Documentary Review 24:44

6h ago24:44

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On the Way to Hellville: My Brandy Melville Documentary Review In today’s episode, Rachel is putting a twist on the subject of sustainability and fast fashion by offering her review of a popular HBO MAX documentary, Brandy Hellville & The Cult of Fast Fashion. Having spent her fair share of time in the trenches of manufacturing with Abercrombie & F…

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Happy marriage, happy home (The Empowered Wife - part 1) 16:32

5m ago16:32

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Join the Empowered Wife book club inside Convivial Circle: https://convivialcircle.com The Simply Convivial team discusses what it takes to have a happy marriage - and why that's so important. Empowered Wife (find on Amazon: https://amzn.to/45ju0wY ) sounds cringy and feminist, but it's actually about taking responsibility for yourself, about recog…

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Author Richard Scott Larson discusses his new memoir, "The Long Hallway" 50:32

21h ago50:32

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Richard Scott Larson's debut The Long Hallway (University of Wisconsin Press, April 2024) is a lyrical memoir that expresses a boy’s search for identity while navigating the darkness and isolation of a deeply private inner world. Growing up queer, closeted, and afraid, Richard Scott Larson found expression for his interior life in horror films, esp…

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How to Play The Office Politics Game 22:49

5d ago22:49

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How to Play The Office Politics Game In today’s episode, Rachel diving right into corporate office politics and in the industry of apparel, Rachel has learned a thing or two about securing that next promotion or pay raise. It's a journey layered with challenges and requires a combination of strategy, education, and sometimes defensive measures when…

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Live a full life WITH your kids - featuring Sarah Mackenzie 17:42

15d ago17:42

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Tune in to this conversation between Sarah Mackenzie and Mystie Winckler all about Sarah's latest picture book. Sarah also shares about why she started a new publishing house for picture books and what life lessons we can learn from Barbara Cooney. Find Sarah's latest picture book here: https://amzn.to/3wRVvkJ Visit Waxwing Books: https://waxwingbo…

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Cancer: Finding peace & comfort - with Rosemary Bartlett 21:21

12d ago21:21

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Find your vocations: https://simplyconvivial.com/vocguide/ Rosemary was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and is currently undergoing treatment, yet she’s still checking in with her accountability stand-up group weekly and being such an encouragement in our community. Rosemary I would just love to hear your testimony of seeing God’s work in you…

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Tailoring to Modern Moms in The Apparel Industry with Magda Lasota 41:24

8d ago41:24

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Tailoring to Modern Moms in The Apparel Industry with Magda Lasota In today’s episode, Rachel is chatting with the very talented, Magda Lasota, the force behind MLM Brand! When Magda traded her corporate badge for the entrepreneurial rollercoaster, she didn't just start a business; she sparked a movement for mothers in the workplace. Magda recounts…

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RACHEL WERNER AND HER MANY TALENTS 54:54

21d ago54:54

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Lisa Malawski talks with Rachel Werner about her children’s book, Moving and Grooving to Fillmore’s Beat and her cookbook, Macro Cooking Made Simple. Rachel is a model, an author, a poet, a book reviewer, the founder of The Little Book Project, a freelance writer and digital medical consultant, teaching ar…

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Clean Out the Proverbial Closet: My Small Wardrobe is On Purpose! 21:03

22d ago21:03

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Clean Out the Proverbial Closet: My Small Wardrobe is On Purpose! In today’s episode, Rachel is addressing the digital trolls, encouraging us to clean out our proverbial closets by way of realizing that focusing on the negative comments is worthless, and the reasons why her wardrobe is intentionally small. Rachel shares real strategies to brush off…

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Create a Sacred Home with Jennifer Pepito 20:20

23d ago20:20

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Join Jennifer Pepito as she shares her tips on creating a sacred home. Learn how to bring peace and harmony into your space with Jennifer's expert advice about creating your own family mission and rule of life. Book bonuses - https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/habitsforasacredhome Jennifer is the host of the Restoration Home podcast, author of Ha…

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Girl Math: Shatter the Stigma and Make It Work For You 19:33

23d ago19:33

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Girl Math: Shatter the Stigma and Make It Work For You In today’s episode, Rachel is approaching the ever-so-popular subject of Girl Math, the stereotype along with it and how to make it work FOR you. We are reclaiming the term as a symbol of women's financial acumen. Rachel describes how, *gasp,* women are actually good with numbers! We will touch…

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BEST Planner Tips for Moms with Kayse Pratt 10:42

25d ago10:42

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Free planner templates: https://convivialplanner.com Do you have a hard time making a planner useful in your day to day life? Do you want to use a planner, but you feel like you're just wasting your time or doing something wrong? Kayse's tips on realistic planning and making a planner fit your life are gold! Kayse's YouTube: @AnchoredWomen Kayse's …

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Musitations™ - Healing Vibrations with Travis Schumacher (E19) 1:06:23

24d ago1:06:23

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00:00 Intro 06:23 Travis' Journey 12:20 Travis attacked by Dogs in a Monastery in Thailand! 17:00 Travis and Drew's humbly start their YouTube channel in a 350sq ft studio apartment! 21:00 Travis shares about surprises and insights about his Sound Healing Journey 25:00 Michael's Yoga Nidra, Samskaras and release of emotions in Sound Healing and Med…

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Author Beth Nguyen discusses her new memoir, "Owner of a Lonely Heart" 54:00

25d ago54:00

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Madison author Beth Nguyen’s latest book Owner of a Lonely Heart (Scribner, July 2023) is a memoir about parenthood, absence, and the condition of being a refugee: the story of Beth’s relationship with her mother. At the end of the Vietnam War, when Beth Nguyen was eight months old, she and her family fled Saigon for America. Only Beth’s mother sta…

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How to Train for Running A Successful Business with Martha Schoenewe 30:04

1M ago30:04

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How to Train for Running A Successful Business with Martha Schoenewe In today’s episode, Rachel is sitting down with Martha Schoenewe, the creative force behind Tangent Tees, who joins us to weave her personal narrative of overcoming doubt to become a staunch advocate for runners and human beings of every shape and size. We will discover the vibran…

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Why use a planner at all?? with Kayse Pratt 12:31

1M ago12:31

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Free planner templates: https://convivialplanner.com For years when I was a young mom I’d faithfully use my planner on Monday, filling everything out for the week, and then never look at it again until the next “fresh start” Monday. It seemed like a waste of time, so then I spent some years not bothering with a planner at all. What would you say to…

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Poet Daniel Khalastchi on Wordplay, the Collision of Images, and White Whales

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Andrew Thomas speaks with poet Daniel Khalastchi about hist new collection The Story of Your Obstinate Survival (2024, University of Wisconsin Press). The Story of Your Obstinate Survival is a propulsive collection. It’s very funny, uncannily mundane and starkly surreal. The poems are a collision of juxtap…

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Grade Rules vs. Body Size Charts 11:17

1M ago11:17

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Grade Rules vs. Body Size Charts In today’s episode, Rachel is addressing a topic that’s been garnering some questions from clients and social media followers, Grade Rules and how they’re different from Body Size Charts. Knowing this difference is a crucial aspect for any apparel brand looking to ensure their clothing fits their customers just righ…

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Sidetracked? Plan with an index card! (with Rachael Younger) 16:55

2M ago16:55

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By Mystie Winckler

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Let’s Nerd Out on Cycling Apparel! 18:59

1M ago18:59

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Let’s Nerd Out on Cycling Apparel! In today’s episode, Rachel is taking us on a ride through the exciting world of cycling and apparel! With Rache’s background as a triathlete and experiences from a cycling-enthusiastic environment, we are bringing to light the importance of proper gear in this super-niche yet fascinating sport. We’ll also go throu…

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Angela Trudell Vasquez on Poetry in her Life 44:52

2M ago44:52

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Lisa Malawski talks with Angela Trudell Vasquez, who until recently, was the City of Madison Poet Laureate. Trudell Vasquez is a poet, writer, performer, and activist. Her most recent chapbook, My People Redux (2022, Finishing Line Press) honors her heritage, contending with generational hardships immigran…

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Supercharge your productivity with an index card (a conversation with Karen Head) 16:31

2M ago16:31

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Take the daily card challenge: https://simplyconvivial.com/dailycard Learn how to supercharge your productivity with an index card! In this video, Karen Head shares how using a simple index card can help you stay organized and focused on your daily tasks. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to a more productive day! Come to our free Homemaker's CEO …

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Light the Fire in Your Apparel Business vs. Putting the Fire Out with Yushkova Design Founder, YAY 21:38

2M ago21:38

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Light the Fire in Your Apparel Business vs. Putting the Fire Out with Yushkova Design Founder, YAY In today’s special episode, Rachel chats with industry maven Yevgeniya Yushkova, known to the industry as YAY.. With over two decades of apparel industry experience and a boutique approach to client relations, YAY articulates the unique challenges and…

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Madison Poet Cynthia Marie Hoffman On “Exploding Head” 53:40

2M ago53:40

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Cynthia Marie Hoffman’s latest book of prose poetry, Exploding Head (Persea Books, February 2024) is described as an OCD memoir in prose poems. It chronicles her childhood onset and adult journey through obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which manifests in fearful obsessions and counting compulsions that impact her relationship to motherhood, re…

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Win your day with a post-it note! (with Trisha Leger) 15:18

2M ago15:18

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Learn how to use the daily card method: https://simplyconvivial.com/indexcardvideo/ This month we’re talking about daily cards, making a brand new to-do list every day with only 3 things on it. Was this something you jumped right into, were you skeptical, what has been your iteration experience with daily cards? Trisha is a Catholic wife and mother…

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The Values That Define Who We Are 14:09

2M ago14:09

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The Values That Define Who We Are In today’s episode, Rachel opens up about a recent personal discovery based on a VIA (Values In Action) test that she took and how it led her to understand her true values. We reflect on the wealth of roles Rachel embraced in the industry, from technical design to product management, and how these varied experience…

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Bending Granite Tells Tales Of Leading Organizational Change 52:00

2M ago52:00

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How do you make change at organizations that resemble hard granite, and aren’t designed to bend? Only by patiently and persistently nudging them forward day-by-day, one improvement at a time, according to the authors of Bending Granite: 30+ true stories of leading change (Acta Publications, 2022). It’s a compilation of stories from leaders, mostly …

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Your cleaning checklist WON'T work - here's why 16:24

2M ago16:24

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Take Sweep & Smile with us! https://simplyconvivial.com/sweep Tired of your cleaning checklist not working? Watch this video to find out why and learn how to stay motivated to keep your space clean and organized! Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with h…

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International vs. Domestic Manufacturing, What You Need To Think About 16:56

2M ago16:56

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International vs. Domestic Manufacturing, What You Need To Think About In today’s episode, Rachel is exploring the nuanced debate of international versus domestic apparel manufacturing. Drawing from Rachel’s extensive experience, we tackle the pressing question of which manufacturing route is best for your apparel brand. We dig into the complexitie…

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Cleaning motivation for whole house routines - with Stefani Mons 15:09

2M ago15:09

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Join Sweep & Smile: https://simplyconvivial.com/sweep Creating Effective Homemaking Routines: A Simplified Approach In this episode of the Simplified Organization podcast, Mystie Winckle discusses the importance of homemaking routines and how to create cheerful and God-honoring family life. Joined by Stefani Mons, a homeschooling mom from Texas and…

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Getting Into Details About Project Management Certification 21:22

3M ago21:22

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Getting Into Details About Project Management Certification In today’s special episode, Rachel is shining light on the benefits of project management skills, specifically Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification in the apparel industry. We get into the details about what exactly PMP is and why it can bring value to your career and busine…

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Building local community between women - with Lindsey Stomberg 13:23

3M ago13:23

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By Mystie Winckler

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Why Your Leadership Style is Key in The Hiring and Firing Process 18:16

3M ago18:16

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In today’s special episode, Rachel takes us through the crucial process of hiring for success in apparel brands. Rachel shares how she crafted a dream team by connecting with former colleagues, stressing the value of nurturing a supportive and family-like work environment. At Unmarked Street, Rachel lays out her strategy for recognizing when it's t…

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Ann Garvin On Writing Her First Book At Age Fifty 50:00

3M ago50:00

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Lisa Malawski talks with local Madison author Ann Garvin. Ann Garvin became an author at age fifty. She has now written five books. Ann Garvin is a nurse, a professor, and USA Today Bestselling Author. She thinks everything is funny and a little bit sad. Ann writes stories about women with a good sense of …

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Homeschooling as a laid-back mom - (with Lindsey Stomberg) 16:24

3M ago16:24

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Lindsey runs the Reformed Faith and Family website and podcast alongside her husband Caleb. Together they have seven children ranging in ages from three to fifteen years old. Caleb is a bi-vocational pastor, and Lindsey is a long-time homeschooling mom who enjoys reading to her children, dabbling in homestead hobbies, and being a doula for friends …

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How to Get Your First Promotion at Work 19:25

3M ago19:25

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In today’s special episode, Rachel reflects on the insights she’s gained from a 20-year career in the corporate world, especially when it comes to climbing the ladder with promotions and raises. It's a journey that demands more than just showing up – it's about ambition, curiosity, and a proactive mindset. I open up about the misconceptions that gr…

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Cynthia Simmons On The “Wrong Kind Of Paper” 52:00

3M ago52:00

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Hallie Linden yearns to write for the New York Times. At the moment, she’s stuck at a daily newspaper in tiny Green Meadow, Indiana, a town known for its amusement park and nothing else. It’s 1989, and juicy reporting jobs are hard to find. She resolves to work hard, win a few awards, and then welcome the job offers. In this edition of Madison Book…

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How to learn new hobbies at home with Lexy Sauve of Bright Hearth 19:16

3M ago19:16

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By Mystie Winckler

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The Truth Behind Size Inclusivity from Different Perspectives with Raquel Vélez 28:51

3M ago28:51

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In today’s special episode, Rachel is thrilled to welcome back the trailblazer in size-inclusivity, Raquel Vélez! As we reflect on the ever-evolving fashion landscape, Raquel’s insights into the shift from body positivity to body neutrality are not only timely but revolutionary. She eloquently dissects the sensitive nature of industry jargon, advoc…

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Fragile Institutions: Shibani Mahtani And Timothy McLaughlin on the 2019 Protests in Hong Kong 51:47

3M ago51:47

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Andrew Thomas speaks with journalists Shibani Mahtani and Timothy McLaughlin for a conversation on their book Among the Braves: Hope, Struggle, and Exile in the Battle for Hong Kong and the Future of Global Democracy (2023, Hachette Books). Among the Braves is a narrative history of the 2019 pro-democracy …

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Can moms have hobbies?? Being creative at home with Lexy Sauve of Bright Hearth 13:27

3M ago13:27

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In this episode, we have a delightful conversation with Lexy Sauve, a creative mom and pastor's wife who has found joy and fulfillment in adding creative pursuits to her homemaking. Join us as Lexi shares her experiences and insights on how embracing creativity has expanded her capacity to manage her home, raise her six children, and find delight i…

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Tired? Need energy? Tips for moms from Leslie Taylor 13:37

3M ago13:37

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Leslie is a stay-at-home mom and grandma to seven, a health writer for Substack, and a health coach. She is passionate about helping people regain their health in ways that are simple, inexpensive, and life-changing. I know I've had weight loss on my list of annual goals for years on end and many years I've just given up on it and felt like it took…

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Celebrating One Year of Podcasting! 17:43

4M ago17:43

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Celebrating One Year of Podcasting! In today’s episode, we celebrate an incredible milestone – a full year of the Business of Apparel podcast and Rachel is reflecting on the journey! We've weathered the ups and downs of the apparel industry in 2023, including the loss of significant contracts. These setbacks have only fueled our commitment to resil…

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Jacquelyn Mitchard On The Importance of Titles 35:24

4M ago35:24

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In this edition of Madison Book Beat, host Lisa Malawski talks with prolific author Jacquelyn Mitchard. Mitchard is now a frequent lecturer and professor of fiction and creative nonfiction at the Vermont College of Fine Arts in Montpellier. She once worked as a journalist at several Wisconsin newspapers, including the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and…

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What Does it Cost to Build an Apparel Line? 21:31

4M ago21:31

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What Does it Cost to Build an Apparel Line? In this episode, Rachel delves into the nitty gritty of launching a custom apparel line. Inspired by last week’s episode with Kelly Roach, we touch on initial funding, gauged customer preferences with merchandising methods like drop shipping, and learned the importance of unique designs. We then dive deep…

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Becoming a more energetic mom with Leslie Taylor 15:14

4M ago15:14

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Habit tracking sheet: https://simplyconvivial.com/habit Find Leslie's substack here: https://fastwell.substack.com/ Join Leslie Taylor as she shares her journey of becoming a more energetic and healthy mom through intermittent fasting. As a stay-at-home mom, she struggled with weight loss and low energy, but through her lifestyle changes, she has f…

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Building and Scaling an Apparel Brand With a Purpose, featuring Kelly Roach 23:09

4M ago23:09

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Building and Scaling an Apparel Brand With a Purpose, featuring Kelly Roach In this episode, Rachel sits down with the Founder & CEO of Kelly Roach International, Kelly Roach! Kelly is also the co-founder of the Give Her Courage movement and The Courageous Brand. Together, we unwrap the essence of what it takes to empower young girls through fashio…

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A conversation with Greg Mickells, retiring director of Madison Public Library 53:35

4M ago53:35

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For more than a decade, Greg Mickells led the Madison Public Library. He's responsible for a significant transformation of the Madison library system. His tenure as Director took him to three continents, and to the White House in 2016, when Madison Public Library was recognized with a National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Additional awards…