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A podcast that encourages being unapologetically uncensored every day. We just happen to be moms too. New episodes every week. Hosted by Michelle Dixon and Vicki Henry. Say hi at theumcast@gmail.com Send us a message or a voicemail: www.theumcast.com/asktheumcast Learn more about us on our website: www.theumcast.com
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The Cisco Kid was a popular film, radio, television and comic book series based on the fictional Western character created by O. Henry in his short story, “The Caballero’s Way,” published in 1907 in the collection Heart of the West. Films and television depicted the Cisco Kid as a heroic Mexican caballero, although in O. Henry’s original story he was a non-Hispanic character and a cruel outlaw probably modeled on Billy the Kid. The Cisco Kid came to radio October 2, 1942, with Jackson Beck i ...
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This is the podcast which interviews high performing individuals from the sporting, corporate, cultural world and beyond, who have been through adversity but come back stronger. Hosted by Emma Levy, who found a shift in her perspective on life following her diagnosis and subsequent treatment for breast cancer, she aims to explore and share other amazing stories with the ultimate goal of helping others deal with adversity, and inspire them to do great things.
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In the final episode of this season, I reflect on the lessons learned and insights gained over the past year since the podcast's inception. Drawing from conversations with inspiring individuals who have overcome adversity, I share some key themes such as gratitude, mindset, goal setting, and human connection. From the importance of embracing vulner…
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Send us a Text Message. Michelle’s FIL is coming to visit and wait, are our parents getting old?? Also, are we enabling our partners, sons, all the men? Teaching them to not know or notice anything? Where is the balance for all of us? A bullying win at summer camp…mostly. Do we get embarrassed ever? We’re not sure, honestly. FACT CHECK: The NCAA sw…
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Ricky is a former firefighter, mental health advocate, motivational speaker and poet. In 2017 Ricky was one of the first responders called to the fire at Grenfell Tower in London which tragically claimed the lives of 72 residents and injured many more. Following the Grenfell tragedy and as a result of the life changing decisions that Ricky made tha…
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Send us a Text Message. First up! A huge THANK YOU to our very first supporter of the show, Barbara! Your support helps to keep this effort going and growing. If you appreciate all the work that goes into making this show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter too! Now, let's take a look at all the decisions that were made and discussions th…
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Send us a Text Message. Tales from Vegas and a High School Reunion. Bowen Yang got some advice from Tina Fey, now he, AND WE, are struggling with it: Is authenticity actually dangerous?? TWL: Michelle is loving Sociopath by Patric Gagne Vicki is loving her tank tops from, sorry, Amazon - she got a size Large Support the Show. For more details, make…
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Dan is a serial entrepreneur, co-founder of Heights, a brain-care supplements company and host of leading business podcast ‘Secret Leaders.’ In this episode Dan discusses his experience with mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and insomnia, and how he found relief through alternative methods like ayahuasca and focusing on brain car…
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we are going over the most recent city council meeting. You can always find the actual meeting video, agenda, staff reports and more right here. Important dates and reminders from this episode: Town Hall on Green Oak Ranch, hosted by Council member O'Donnell, will be held on Sunday, June 30th at 12:30pm in the Mor…
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Send us a Text Message. Summer is HERE! Are we excited? Is marriage even necessary? Maybe once but to do it again? See: Bennifer. Who the guiltiest boy?? The most guilty little poop face boy? It’s Trump! How are we feeling about it? Anxious children. We were them, we have them, we love them. Let’s go back to some hilarious comments on GOMI about Mi…
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Catherine Capon is a British naturalist and environmentalist. In this episode we discuss her journey through postnatal struggles and the creation of her wellness hub, Wild Up Slow Down. Catherine shares her experiences of overcoming adversity, finding balance as a mother, and redefining her identity. Join us as we delve into the importance of self-…
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When Henry Fraser endured a life changing spinal injury, he demonstrated immense courage and rather than give into his injuries – henry has grasped life with both hands achieving things beyond his wildest dreams. At age 17, whilst on holiday with his friends in Portugal – Henry dived into the sea and had a disastrous accident. In that moment his li…
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Send us a Text Message. Let’s go back in time to Michelle’s baptism Shopping carts - how do you put them away? Greeting cards and goodie bags - to do or not to do? We went to concerts recently and just really want to talk about them. Michelle is on a “semi sober curious journey” - let’s check in on that with a question from a listener. Vicki’s kid …
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Send us a Text Message. This week, we are going over the most recent city council meeting. You can always find the actual meeting video, agenda, agenda reports and more right here. Important dates and reminders from this episode: Vista Leadership Academy details can be found here. E-Bike Safety Training and Rebate Program - more info here Town Hall…
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Send us a Text Message. Bladder queens, at your service. Michelle is sober curious, except when she’s not at all. Concerts are cool, you should go to one. Also, boy bands. And hotties of the 2000s. It was a time. Regarding the sad case of a dumbass NFL kicker: “A Bear Would Never Say This” Vicki got a new/old car and yep, change is still invigorati…
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In this episode Steph Peltier, known as The Happiness Activator shares her journey from heartbreak and depression to finding signs of happiness that changed the trajectory of her life. We discuss the definition of happiness, the importance of mindset, and practical techniques to cultivate happiness in daily life. Steph explains the concept of happi…
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Send us a Text Message. Passive aggressive moves are not woke, Scouting America though, is! Trump is back in the news more and it’s only just begun - this year is gonna be A LOT - do we share on social media like we did back in the Trump years? Is our opinionated era back or are we still exhausted from how we were? Essentially, the question is: to …
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Mollie Pearce won the nation’s hearts on the BBC One reality show Traitors where she bravely talked about her disabilities which include limb difference and living with a stoma. During the podcast, Mollie shares her journey of being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at a young age and eventually undergoing surgery to have a stoma bag. She discusses…
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Send us a Text Message. Hi, it’s early so there’s really no telling what’s coming up this week. Godspeed to all of us. Topics include, but are not limited to: PTA/PTO stress and responsibility Adopting a foreign accent Anne Hathaway probably doesn't care if we like her Our funerals Michelle’s Community Service Cops - and a fun callback (aka interna…
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Do you know 20% of the population are neurodiverse? That is why Ben Branson has made It his mission to educate the 80%. ‘The Hidden 20%’ – podcast and charity was developed following Ben’s recent diagnosis of Autism and ADHD. Ben is an inventor and entrepreneur, founding Seedlip; the world’s first distilled non-alcoholic spirit. In this episode we …
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Send us a Text Message. How do we approach friends with regret or concerns about our behavior? When we feel like something needs to be addressed, how do we do it with compassion and love? And then how do we respond with the same generosity - because we must. Support friends, support their endeavors. Vicki started a new podcast about her city - if y…
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Send us a Text Message. Today, we're going over the most recent city council meeting. From this episode: Traffic Safety Action Plan Meeting - April 30 from 6pm-8pm, Morris B, Vance Community Room at the Vista Civic Center - Click Here for Info Youth Commissioners - get your applications in by May 3rd - Click Here Not in this episode but still notew…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode has it all. A classic example of the UMcast where we jump from topic to topic, thought to thought, without regard for well, anything really. It's the kind of hour you enjoy and then forget about entirely once it's done, but you're somehow happier, lighter, a better person after. TWL: Michelle is loving the BEST …
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Send us a Text Message. **A warning that we mention baby loss in the beginning of this episode. Right out of the gate, lots of sex talk - and surprise, Vicki gets super uncomfortable? Sharing our children’s accomplishments on the internet. Can we brag about our kids online? Should we? What stops or propels us to do so? THANK YOU for all the voicema…
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Send us a Text Message. Introducing the People of Vista podcast! I'm your host, Vicki Henry, a long-time Vista resident and community enthusiast. This is the very first episode of the podcast and of this series, where I give you the rundown on City Council meetings in 20 minutes or less, so that you can feel better informed and more connected to yo…
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Send us a Text Message. Starbucks mornings with kids - do you or don’t you? Are you and your partner taking solo trips with friends? We think it’s very important to make time for our separate selves, even inside of a relationship/family. Vicki visited the land of Twilight, yes, Bella and Edward were there. Michelle will never tire of Alcatraz, neve…
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Tom Daley is the most successful British diver ever – winning 4 Olympic medals throughout the course of his career – finally winning that elusive gold in Tokyo in 2021. This is Tom’s first podcast interview since returning to diving and in it he talks about what drove him to return to the sport after a two year break. We also discuss how alongside …
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Vicky is a Professional Organiser – helping people to de-clutter and organise their homes. She is also a solo adoptive mum, passionate about sharing her story of adoption as a single parent. In this episode we discuss how Vicky manages her work-life balance as a single mum alongside running a busy, successful business ‘You need a Vicky’. We discuss…
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Send us a Text Message. Princess Kate has spoken - because everyone forced her to come out of hiding. We are not royal family people but we did see the video and we hope she’s doing well. Spring Break plans, anyone? Where ya’ll headed? Perhaps to visit a prison on an island, or to a moss-filled National Park? Either way, we hope you enjoy. UMcast A…
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When Taylor's mum nearly died after a routine back surgery, his world came crashing down around him. He found that talking about how he felt significantly helped his mental health. So he started a podcast in his bedroom. Now, four years later and ‘The Waffle Shop Podcast’ is award winning, chart topping and truly a safe space for others to open up.…
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Send us a Text Message. It’s Doula Day! We are spending some time with Carrie Visalli, a childbirth doula here in San Diego County. She has worked with 38 mothers, 38 brand new babies. She is empathic, experienced, knowledgable, a literal birth superstar. Let’s learn about that doula life together, yes? Male participation encouraged. But first, a s…
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Lucy is not only an Oncologist working in a busy NHS hospital, but she is also a super athlete – being a fourteen times Ironman champion. On retirement in 2018 she didn’t hang up her running shoes like most people, but instead continued racing in Ultra, Extreme events. She is also the co-found of charity / community based initiative ‘5k your way, M…
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Send us a Text Message. Would a podcast by any other name sound as sweet? We ponder the origins of our podcast name and whether it still holds up. It’s sometimes good to reflect back on your choices - you might be surprised by the feelings that come up! We’re Moms, it’s official. Moms at Target. All the moms, all of us, we’re in this together. But …
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Sara Davison is best known as ‘The Divorce Coach’. She is a multi-award winning Coach, twice best-selling author and podcast host of Heartbreak to Happiness. Sara’s interest and expertise in this area was born out of her own marriage breakdown and the trauma that that life event bought with it. In this episode we talk about how Sara managed the tra…
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Send us a Text Message. The most important debate: Red Vines vs. Twizzlers - WEIGH IN We’re taking a walk down memory lane today - what shows and stores did you love as as kid? Mervyns? Obviously. In Living Color? Yes. Another blast from the past - Chet Dave is back! A new and surprising update popped into Michelle’s inbox this week. If you don’t k…
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