Best Rockbottom Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 71: Rock.........Bottom? 40:52

11d ago40:52

40:52

Send us a Text Message. Due to scheduling issues and a bout with Covid, we had a 3-week hiatus from recording. You might think we'd be rejuvenated and ready to deliver some mind-blowing stuff, but we both agreed that this episode might be one of our most low-key yet. Maybe you like that sort of thing, but we are working on bouncing back with some m…

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Episode 74: The Big Salad 41:58

4h ago41:58

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Send us a Text Message. We went into this episode with the best intentions of talking about singers with average-to-bad voices that worked perfectly for their band, but then Jim made a life choice at dinner. He ordered a big salad and somehow that decision--and its aftermath--took up a healthy portion of the episode. Should've known better. Touch a…

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Episode 73: Little River Band 45:59

9h ago45:59

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Send us a Text Message. Nobody doesn't like Sara Lee, and nobody doesn't like Little River Band. It had to be said. Join us as we rip on each other for a solid 45 minutes (but in a good way). Your non-political oasis Radio Game enhancement $$ More on Mark's giant watch Golf controversy (and bonus Goldmember reference) Shoutout potential new listene…

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Episode 72: Misheard Song Lyrics 43:59

13d ago43:59

43:59

Send us a Text Message. When you hit rock bottom, you've got nowhere else to go but up! Our daubers were down after last episode, but we rallied and this one is just about as good/bad as the average. Some laughs, some interesting trivia, and (spoiler alert), nobody wins the radio game. Davenport Sears--what happened? Newt's--New Bartender--possibly…

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10 Ways We Can Fight Our Fear 9:14

9d ago9:14

9:14

Living a healthier lifestyle can be very helpful for your mental wellbeing. If you feel healthier, you may find you feel less afraid and anxious.

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Healing the Inner Child: The Importance of Shadow Work 18:07

9d ago18:07

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In this conversation, Christy Dreiling shares her personal journey of looking for love in all the wrong places. She talks about her insecurities, fears, and the desire to prove herself to the world. She discusses how becoming a mother and building a business became her new missions in life. Christy also shares the importance of overcoming doubts an…

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Episode 70: Our Third Crack at 1981 40:11

18d ago40:11

40:11

Send us a Text Message. Super-guest Steve (Mark's friend, not Jim's brother--who is no slouch) is on for our first ever successful 3rd recording in one session. We really wanted to talk about 1981 music, but what do you know? We talked mostly about cars of that era. Around the world with Steve Guest Newt's spokesman Radio Game Water beds Aaand we'r…

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Are You Struggling With A Decision? 21:55

25d ago21:55

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In this episode of "Enlighten Up With Christy," we confront the barriers that keep us paralyzed in indecision. Do you find yourself avoiding tough choices out of fear of making a mistake or hurting others? Christy guides us through the process of understanding how fear can hold us back and offers practical strategies for breaking free from its grip…

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Enlighten Up With Christy (Trailer) 0:59

26d ago0:59

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Episode 69: High School Hijinks 43:23

26d ago43:23

43:23

Send us a Text Message. This is part two of our recording session with Mark's HS buddy, Steve. So much natural conversation that we dang near blew through without an introduction and even omitted the Radio Game. You're welcome. Bob Dylan fading Bruce Springsteen still gives it That time Ted Nugent babysat Steve Oregon Trail Newt's: Because we asked…

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Episode 68: 1981 and Mark's HS Buddy 42:58

1M ago42:58

42:58

Send us a Text Message. Today we are joined by Mark's best friend from High School, Steve (not to be confused with Jim's brother Steve). If you judge someone's character by the company they keep, Mark must be a good dude. RIP Saxophonists Newt's--New Burger of the Month and we're not even mad Even more disorganized live Shoutout Jim's car guy, Grif…

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Episode 67 AC/DC 41:22

1M ago41:22

41:22

Send us a Text Message. We dial it down in terms of tone and volume from last episode with Jim's family. Throwing another music one at you --seeing as we are supposed to be a music podcast and all. Public corrections Newt's and Mark's bacon Shoutout Feegee (creators of our theme music) Mark's championship editing skills Free Tootsie Pops, er no? Un…

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Episode 66: Jim's Nuclear Family 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

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Send us a Text Message. I know what you're thinking--are these the people Jim grew up with or was one of them bitten by a radioactive spider. The jury is still out on that one. We celebrate Jim's mom's birthday with some laughs and just the right amount of brotherly angst. **Because we had 5 people and only 4 microphones, Jim decided to sit between…

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Episode 65: The Gang's All Here 40:13

2M ago40:13

40:13

Send us a Text Message. We finally persuade Mark's wife, Dianne, to sit in on an episode. We told her she didn't have to talk or anything--just check it out and she could chime in if she wanted to. Basically, the podcast version of just the tip. Well, we got more than we bargained for as she did chime in, and she was awesome! Meatloaf again Newt's-…

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Episode 64: Cars of TV and Movies 44:36

3M ago44:36

44:36

Send us a Text Message. If you ever wanted to know how Jim would react to winning the Radio Game--this episode is for you. What started innocently as a second episode of the night turned into some pretty good laughs and a good time overall. Mark really liked this one. Multi-media exposure Grab bag redux OG Newt's Kiss Army Mark's grooming tips The …

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Episode 63: Introducing The Grab Bag 43:03

3M ago43:03

43:03

Send us a Text Message. New concept tonight. We're not pointing any fingers here, but everyone knew Mark and Jim would run out of topics sooner or later. So tonight, we break out the Grab Bag. Might be a worthy concept, but who's kidding who? Newt's shoutouts Mark and Jim leave fashionably late Thank goodness we're not political RIP Bill Walton Tea…

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Episode 62: Games Nobody's Good At (Or Shouldn't Be) 44:04

3M ago44:04

44:04

Send us a Text Message. As the title indicates, we could use some of YOUR input on music topics. I mean it's not like we talk about any topic for more than 1/4 of any episode (although there is some juicy Molly Hatchet and Jethro Tull stuff in the radio game today). Thanks for the theme music, feegee (@feegeeband) Mark shot a 50 and he's going to S…

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Episode 61: Jim's Wife and 70's Cartoons 48:01

3M ago48:01

48:01

Send us a Text Message. In the spirit of the new golf season, we had to use a Mulligan on this one. We recorded on our usual night, and it turned out even less good/more bad than usual. We added Jim's wife for support and got a much better result. Golf recap We put the suck in seersucker Mark's Bird Island-Lake Lillian glory days story Puckered has…

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Episode 60: Golfing Musicians 49:41

3M ago49:41

49:41

Send us a Text Message. Hey, we made it to 60--and still aren't very good. What does say about you for listening? Newt's is HOPPING New car to Mark Size concerns Movie Reviews: Clerks and Blade Runner 2049 Radio Game Bee Gees Documentary Eff Jimmy Fallon Timberwolves--can they do it? Sprewell's financial prowess Kentucky Derby update Errors & Omiss…

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Episode 59: Wide World of Sports 41:10

4M ago41:10

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Send us a Text Message. We take a slight left turn from almost being a music podcast to talk about the thing everyone in our demographic can relate to in some way--Wide World of Sports. Reunted and it feels so good International listeners Wedding recap--guy style Jim's cool friends New Newt's Featured Item--we're not mad....just disappointed Beyond…

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Episode 58: Music Documentaries 44:42

4M ago44:42

44:42

Send us a Text Message. May was rough on us schedule-wise. We'll record a fresh episode on the night this one is released. In other words, this episode was recorded a while back and has been aging in the barrel. Careful--we don't know how strong it is. No matter how you spell it... Earth's gonna earth The European Model Iman and other one-named cel…

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Episode 57 : Leftover Night 44:51

4M ago44:51

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Send us a Text Message. Due to scheduling conflicts with Mark and Jim's super busy social calendars (or something like that), we went to the episode pantry and pulled this one off the shelf. It was this, or canned peaches. Hey German listener... The Subaru of sandals Jim's milestone birthday Old guy stuff Uncle Milty's is bigger Newt's--The We'll S…

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Episode 56: Sibling Bands 40:54

4M ago40:54

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Send us a Text Message. Ran into super listener Pat K at Newt's (nobody was hurt) and recruited him to come on a future episode. He claims to have listened to every Ascertainers episode. Be like Pat. The Rain the Park and Other Things South Park Randy Shoutout CSI: Jim's Basement Vikings Middle Linebacker or Porn Star? Still no Ascertainers Burger …

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Episode 55: 1976 Part 2 43:31

5M ago43:31

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Send us a Text Message. For all you Viking's fans, this is also known as the Scott Studwell episode. Not because we talk about him or anything--but he did wear #55. I bet he also knows Joey Browner. In this episode, we finish up on 1976 by talking some music, TV shows and other useless banter. Well, my broker is EF Hutton Newt's--yum--you should go…

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Episode 54: 1976 Part 1 and Jim's Wife 49:18

5M ago49:18

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Send us a Text Message. We're still trying to get our groove back (as if we ever had one). Jim's wife, Kris makes her Ascertainers debut. What would you say you do here? Gramma's Boy Introducing Mrs Jim Mancini's shoutout Girl drinks Fancy Ray sighting Newt's: Featuring the All-New Ascertainers Burger Errors & omissions Radio Game 1976 songs, pop c…

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Episode 53: Dangerous Childhood Activities 47:12

5M ago47:12

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Send us a Text Message. The sophomore slump hit your boys hard. We enter year two of this adventure by failing on our first two attempts at getting anything worth sharing with you, our loyal listeners--both of you. What we ended up with should be an indicator of how very bad the first two were... Listener shout outs Prospective guests Newt's and ho…

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Episode 52: Couples Therapy 48:13

5M ago48:13

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Send us a Text Message. That couple is Mark and Jim. During the recording with the Think Drink Disney fellas, Jim dissed Mark even more than normal. Thanks to Mark being a podcasting pro and great editor, you probably didn't even know about it, but in this episode, you'll hear how we worked things out. Extra Kleenex for this one..... Another new fr…

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Pain has a purpose 30:30

5M ago30:30

30:30

In this transformative episode of The Love & Serve Podcast, we explore the profound concept of pain having a purpose. This episode draws on parallels between physical and spiritual growth, understanding how discomfort and challenges serve as catalysts for inner strength. Our discussion unfolds the idea that pain is not a hindrance but a powerful to…

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Episode 51: Think Drink Disney Part 2 47:09

6M ago47:09

47:09

Send us a Text Message. One episode was not enough for legends Matt G and Lance from the Think Drink Disney podcast. This time around is a bit less frenetic (look it up Ascertainers followers.... The TDD people probably knew that one already). If you could use a laugh, give this one a listen. Reintroducing Think Drink Disney (TDD) What's with all t…

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Episode 50: Think Drink Disney Stops By 53:01

6M ago53:01

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Send us a Text Message. Big week--Matt G and Lance from the Think Drink Disney podcast pay us a visit. Jim has known Lance for going on 20 years and The Ascertainers have looked up to T.D.D. for a while. With four guys in the Dojio (Dojo/Studio--copyright pending), there's a little bit of cross talk and a whole lot of laughs. What The Ascertainers …

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Episode 49: Who's on First 46:01

6M ago46:01

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Send us a Text Message. We spent a little more time at Newt's before recording this one--you decide for yourself if it shows.... Thick glasses? Choose positivity, damn it! Have to or get to? Cheat day Ice Fishing story (a/k/a Aurora BOREalis Newt's is delicious Where the heck is Sara??? John Cameron Swayze Mark's new neighbor Fake meat during Lent …

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Navigating Network Marketing and Life's Expeditions with Katrina Andrew 47:19

6M ago47:19

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In this episode, we explore the transformative journey of Katrina Andrew in the realm of network marketing, shedding light on her experiences and insights. We discuss the perceptions around network marketing, the importance of multiple streams of income, freedom & personal growth, personal responsibility as parents, and Katrina's next quest! Listen…

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Episode 48: Live Albums / Concerts 46:17

6M ago46:17

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Send us a Text Message. We were so ready to get started that we skipped the intro. As Ascertainers episodes go, this one is pretty close to the original recipe--50% of people won't like it. The other half will hate it. Enjoy! Big Shots Newts Shoutout--Welcome to MN Ken and Renee! Is it hot out there or is it just us? The two Parris's Think twice ab…

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Top Network Marketing Professional Success Story Carly Pinchin 36:53

6M ago36:53

36:53

"We're back! This year, I'm excited to bring a fresh perspective to the Love and Serve podcast by kicking off with inspiring success stories from people's journeys. In this episode, I sit down with Carly Pinchin, a top income producer in her network marketing business from Canada. We delve into topics like growth, confidence, and a whole lot of oth…

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Episode 47: 1973 And This Time We Mean It! 48:20

6M ago48:20

48:20

Send us a Text Message. After teasing 1973 as a topic last episode, we decided to actually tackle it this week and stuck with the plan. 1973--come for the easy listening, stay for the easier listening. This one was challenging to spice up. Knee Job Newt's you say? Symbiosis Who bites gum? Paging our German listener 1973--The rise of Heavy Music? Ki…

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Episode 46: Potpourri 43:15

7M ago43:15

43:15

Send us a Text Message. Well, we finally did it--we went the whole episode without talking about our topic-- which does get mentioned in the episode, but since we didn't cover it at all, we don't want to further mislead by using it in the episode title. One way to look at this is that it's like a choose your own adventure. Another way is to questio…

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Episode 45: 1977 Music Part 2 44:27

7M ago44:27

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Send us a Text Message. It's been brought to our attention that we maybe not mention a topic in the title of the episode since we only get to the topic with about 11 minutes left (margin of error +/-1 minute). Hey, at least we're consistent--and this one is NO different. We make up for it with extensive inaccurate rumors about former MN Vikings All…

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Episode 44: 1977 Music 46:21

7M ago46:21

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Send us a Text Message. Just Mark and Jim on this one. Feeling guilty about not giving his guest/brother much of a chance to speak on Episode 43, Jim vows to do better on this one--and pretty much succeeds. The bar is set pretty low for him. Smiley face emoji Mark's visit to Como Park Zoo Conservatory No gibbons for you today Chuck Foreman When to …

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Episode 43: Heavy Bands 48:20

7M ago48:20

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Send us a Text Message. Unusual night in that in addition to our typical pre-game visit to Newt's (in Apple Valley--ever heard of it?), we then went into St Paul to catch a live set from the band Feegee (@feegeeband)--who is the technically the artist that recorded the Ascertainers theme. We had a designated driver, our guest for the evening, Jim's…

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Episode 42: 80's Music Videos 45:29

8M ago45:29

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Send us a Text Message. At this point, I feel a little bad putting a topic in the title, because we end up getting to the topic in the waning minutes (spoiler alert). Today, we fry some bigger fish with Broadcast Legend and across the street neighbor--Roy! Jim's anatomy Get to know Roy Deep dive into sportscasting, play be play and color commentary…

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Episode 41: Ballads 49:28

8M ago49:28

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Send us a Text Message. Special/recurring guest Jason from the 'hood joins us to kick off 2024. After the usual chit chat, we get around to discussing Ballads. Yes, we can see the bottom of the topic bucket--please send in your suggestions to TheAscertainers@gmail.com Also, to help you with the visual, the conversation before the theme music kicks …

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Episode 40: Open Forum 44:06

8M ago44:06

44:06

Send us a Text Message. This is technically our 40th episode (our Special Holiday Episode was not numbered). Jim had to be up early the next morning, so we only recorded one episode. However, we still hit our normal hydration quota, so I don't think we gained much. Also, we decided to try without a topic. Sorry Ma--Forgot to Plug in Your Headphones…

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Episode 39: Merry Christmas 44:47

8M ago44:47

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Send us a Text Message. It's the most wonderful time of the year--and I don't mean Honda Days. It's Christmas and we are here to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Freaky Festivus--whatever you celebrate. Hope you get what you wanted. Will Santa get us a new mixing board? We tease an upcoming special episode release Mark's a Chri…

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Special Bonus Episode: Jim's Mom 46:42

8M ago46:42

46:42

Send us a Text Message. To help you better understand why Jim is the way he is, we invited his Mom, Ellie, to join us for a special episode. As you will see, she held her own and in spite of a technical blunder--she told us she couldn't hear anything through the headphones, and only after it was over did Mark discover her headphones weren't plugged…

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Episode 37: 80's Bands 43:18

9M ago43:18

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Send us a Text Message. Big treat for everyone as we are joined by neighbor and broadcast professional, Roy! We laughed, we learned and we give Roy the business pretty good/well. Fun Hibbing MN facts Roy runs, Marks runs and Jim ran Newt's promo--mostly uninterrupted but a bit dull as a result Shout out Roy's baseball buddies Brad and Charlie Radio…

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290. 2 Things Getting In the Way of Connecting with Your Spouse 8:32

9M ago8:32

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Hey there! Before we dive into today's podcast, let me give you a sneak peek into my chaotic life as a mom wrangling kids for dinner and soccer practice. But hey, this won't be a long episode. I'm thrilled to share that come January, I'm launching a new course, and if you're on the email list, you'll be the first to know, with some exclusive offers…

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Episode 36: Old Game Shows 43:55

9M ago43:55

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Send us a Text Message. This is a second recording of the night, and we attempt to not make any date/season references so we can potentially release it at a later date. Spoiler alert--we are bad at this. Jim's brother Jeff joins us again. For fans of Mark pushing Jim's buttons. Shoutout to the creators of our theme music Newt's promo--can I get tha…

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Neuroscience Meets Emotion with Dr. Chris Lee 1:10:08

9M ago1:10:08

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In this episode of Love & Serve, host Christy Dreiling sits down with Dr. Chris Lee, an accomplished executive coach and keynote speaker. Drawing upon his personal experiences as well as academic knowledge of neuroscience, stress management, and self-regulation, Dr. Lee helps individuals and businesses overcome challenges and find clarity in their …

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289. 10 Things To Heal Your Marriage Now 20:16

9M ago20:16

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In this podcast episode, I share the transformative journey of healing my marriage, marked by infidelity, addiction, and a pursuit of thriving. Outlining ten crucial steps, I stress the significance of seeking external support, individual and collective growth, honest communication about needs, and facing the fear of divorce. Personal accounts incl…

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Episode 35: Dinner as a Kid 41:52

9M ago41:52

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Send us a Text Message. As some already know--don't read too much into the title. We didn't really have a topic going into this one, so if you like the Ascertainers for our ability to rapidly shift from topic to topic with limited redeeming value on any of them--you're going to like this one. If not, maybe sit this one out. Now you want to listen o…

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