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Overshadowed is a podcast about the siblings and spouses of people who changed the world. Have you ever felt overlooked or irrelevant because of your sibling’s accomplishments? How do you think Asia Booth felt after her brother assassinated Abraham Lincoln? Pretty bad! It overtook her life, and she even wrote a memoir trying to humanize John. ”He was so nice to everyone, I have no idea how this could’ve happened!” kind of stuff. Check out episode one to learn more (and try to overlook its ”e ...
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For the love of storytelling! This podcast is all about bringing literary works to life through audio. Works will be a collection of short stories, sleep aids, poetry, bedtime stories, and more from authors in the public domain, original works, and others made by amazing writers. So press play, sit back, and relax with me... - Ranae
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There's a whole lotta sleezin' going on this week as we cover Myra Lewis, the 13-year old child bride and first cousin of rockstar Jerry Lee Lewis, who lost it all once England found out he married a child. Aw. We discuss how their fraudulent marriage became a reality, getting canceled in the 50's, and the warm embrace of Jerry into country music's…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we speak with author and speaker Margie Warrell about developing the courage needed to take risks and break through barriers. Margie shares stories from her childhood on a rural farm in Australia and how those experiences taught her the importance of courage and embracing discomfort. She discusses tools for …
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We discuss history tidbits like Catherine the Great's "Equine Myth", Pope Gregory's cat ban, shrooms-fueled berserkers and more. Leave a review on Itunes/Spotify please. Suggestion of someone we should cover or have a follow-up question/correction from one of the episodes? Write in! overshadowedpod@gmail.com Check out the Patreon:https://www.patreo…
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Send us a Text Message. This week on Happy at Work, Laura and Tessa sit down with Sally Loftis, founder of Loftis Partners and author of The Pay Equity Guide for Non-Profits. Sally shares insights from over 30 years working at the intersection of HR, organization development, and social justice. Sally discusses the importance of considering the ful…
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The boys cover America's most famous alcoholic this week with Will Foskey in this episode about Billy Carter, featuring belly flop contests, Peanut Lolita, alcoholism, and a scandal with Lybia called Billygate. Have a suggestion for someone we should cover or have a follow-up question/correction from one of the episodes? Write in! overshadowedpod@g…
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Black Love in Letters: Juneteenth 2024 Bonus, Lewis An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. Enjoy. ............................................................. The …
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Send us a Text Message. We've got another Gen Z panel for you! In this episode, Tessa and Michael chat with Amelia Haynes, Chloe Carr, and Emily Gianunzio to discuss their career paths, workplace culture experiences, and outlook on the future of work. Our panelists share insights into navigating early careers, priorities around purpose and growth, …
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This week's a repost of an episode we did on Elliot and Teddy Roosevelt. The audio has been boosted, and the fat has been trimmed. If you're interested in the original version, I put that on Patreon.com, https://www.patreon.com/overshadowedpodcast This week, Zach & Charles discuss the troubled life of Theodore Roosevelt's younger brother Elliott Ro…
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Charles is in the hospital, and we welcome Nick Hopping to his new role as permanent replacement host for now. This episode, Nick goes to first base mid-REM sleep, and his beautiful ruby red station wagon gets smashed by a man passed out at the wheel. In the news: tornados are spinning up more frequently, the prime minister of iran went down like a…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Laura, Michael, and Tessa sit down with workplace science expert Dr. Carolyn Pritchett to discuss her fascinating career journey from studying rats to coaching humans. Carolyn shares key learnings from her research on stress mindsets and how our perceptions impact our physiology. Listeners will walk away wit…
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Zach almost does a career-ruining show for Columbia University. Charles find a Disney hidden penis in hold music. Check out the Patreon for videos of the Boca/St. Petersburg sets. https://www.patreon.com/overshadowedpodcast Check out other places to listen here: https://linktr.ee/overshadowed_podcast Recorded February 2024 Produced by Zach Russell …
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever witnessed the metamorphosis of an aggressive and rigid leader into a collaborative partner who uplifts an entire organization? In this episode, we define authentic leadership with Peter Lynch, Chief People Officer at Cardinal Group Companies. We explore how embracing imperfections and courageously confronting d…
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Zach and Charles talk American Revolution with Harshil Shukla in this episode about Sam and John Adams. One's a fiery late-blooming behind-the-scenes ugly batman and the other's a learned fat president who loves his naked morning strolls. Featuring: Sam Adam's grave, boufing tea, a lot of anti-Hancock rhetoric and more. A failure until 41 years old…
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This script is a relaxing roleplay, about meeting Mother Nature while out on a stroll in the woods, written by u/Anonymous_scribes Performed by ReadByRanae Summary: Life is filled with ups and downs, and lately it seems down has been more consistent than the up. The only solace you have ever found was in nature, so you decide to go for a stroll in …
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Send us a Text Message. This week Laura, Tessa and Michael dive deep into a thoughtful discussion about building a happier and more meaningful life through work with special guest Stephanie Harrison. Stephanie founded The New Happy, an educational platform focused on sharing a new philosophy of happiness based on positive psychology research. She s…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Michael and Tessa spoke with Andrea Kehoe, Director of Operations Administration at Kettering University. Andrea shifted from being a stay-at-home mom into a corporate role with Kettering University in Michigan nearly 7 years ago. She’s moved through a few different roles since 2017 and was supported by ment…
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Zach crashes a wedding and swims with alligators. Charles struggles to sell exercise equipment to the one percent. We also discuss Drake Bell, Israel, TikTok ban, Jeff Jackson, and how to lie your way into free drinks. Check out the Patreon for videos of the Boca/St. Petersburg sets and vlog content: https://www.patreon.com/overshadowedpodcast Chec…
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This script is a short narrative written by u/livejoker Performed by ReadByRanae Summary: It's impossible to tell someone how you feel once they're gone. Yet for a moment you hear a familiar voice. You hear their pain, you understand their sorrow, and in that moment you find comfort. They haven't forgotten you, just like you haven't forgotten them.…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Jennifer Nurick, author of Heal Your Anxious Attachment. Jennifer shares her career journey studying various healing modalities in Australia, leading her to specialize in attachment theory and childhood trauma. She discusses how attachment patterns from childhood can show up in the workplace and offers …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, host Tessa Misiaszek talks with Dr. Enya Doyle, an inclusion and anti-harassment consultant based in London, about her approach to DEI consulting work. Dr. Doyle holds a PhD in gender diversity from her research on barriers facing women in music. She discusses the importance of curiosity and decency in creat…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 3, Letter 3, Paul read by Krysiskeyblade An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beg…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 3, Letter 2, Alice An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beginning. Enjoy. .......…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 3, Letter 1, Paul read by Krysiskeyblade An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beg…
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Send us a Text Message. This week's episode features a science-packed conversation with David White, an expert in organizational culture and business transformation. David's career journey through various HR functions, including recruitment, change management, and talent management, has provided him with invaluable insights into the challenges of d…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 2, Letter 1, Paul read by TallSoftBoi An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beginn…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 2, Letter 2, Alice An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beginning. Enjoy. .......…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 1, Letter 2, Lewis An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beginning. Enjoy. .......…
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Black Love in Letters: Part 1, Letter 1, Amelia An Audio Series of Transcribed Words of Devotion between Black Men and the Black Women they Loved during Civil War and Beyond Narrated by Descendants of the African Diaspora. Letters used were available in the public domain. My Black History Month gift to you, this is only the beginning. Enjoy. ......…
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APPLICATIONS ARE STILL OPEN for experiencing solar eclipse totality with Cory Russell April 8, 2024 in a Lake Placid airbnb. Submit resume/picture to overshadowedpod@gmail.com. This week, we welcome Cory Russell, Zach's actual brother, for a little bro show where Cory makes a play for thematic consistency and pisses Zach off. This week, we tackle c…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Michael and Laura learn from Dr. Fiona Crichton, who shares her fascinating career journey and insights into improving individual and organizational well-being. Fiona began her career as a litigator in Auckland, New Zealand, in the 1990s. While she enjoyed the work, the legal field at that time lacked a focu…
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Send us a Text Message. In this special episode, Laura, Tessa, and Michael discuss Tessa's groundbreaking research on how menopause impacts women in the workplace. Tessa shares surprising statistics from an extensive global survey conducted by Korn Ferry Institute and Vira Health that reveal the lack of awareness and support around this issue. Laur…
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Grab a hat full of sour horse milk and hunker down with yur(t) boys this week as we cover the doomed bromance between Genghis Khan [aka "Temugin"] and his blood-brother-turned-rival, Jamukha. Both imprisoned by Merkits as kids, Temugin and Jamukha make it official with a blood oath, and when Temugin's bride gets stolen by another band of those pesk…
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This script is an [A4A] audio role play and sleep aid written by u/LittleLadyofT. It starts with pillow talk and then goes into me humming and singing a lullaby in some admittedly poor Spanish, ha! Performed by ReadByRanae Summary: You are lying in bed after a long day with another stressful day tomorrow. Your GF offers to help you relax, and event…
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Send us a Text Message. To stay connected and continue the conversation, be sure to follow us on LinkedIn. And don't forget to check out our previous episodes for more tips and strategies to boost your workplace happiness. You can find them on your favorite podcast platform or on our website. If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestion…
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We're back with our coldest episode yet, covering North America's most overshadowed gold rush - the Yukon/Klondike - that spanned 1896-1899 and yielded MORE GOLD than the California gold rush, which lasted twice as long. Featuring: outdoorsy gambling addicts, deadbeat dads, lady-yeast, the boom town of Dawson, a scamming willy wonka type, and what …
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This script is a short narrative written by u/PervMeditations Performed by ReadByRanae Summary: The scent of rosemary calls incomplete memories of a summer fling. What was forgotten and what is remembered are bittersweet. ............................................................ Please feel free to reach out via social media or by email (ReadByR…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Colette Stallbaumer, General Manager, Microsoft 365 & Future of Work at Microsoft. Colette shares her career journey from growing up on a farm in Nebraska to leading conversations around the future of work at Microsoft. Some of the top takeaways from the discussion include: - Microsoft research shows th…
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Antronette Simmons, an HR Business Partner at Seattle City Light. Antronette shares her career journey and discusses the impactful work she is doing to support employees. During the episode, Antronette talks about how her passion for helping people led her to a career in human resources. She shares her …
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This script is an audio role play and sleep aid, written by u/NineTalesScripts Performed by ReadByRanae Edited by u/DrAuxdio Summary: You have been dating this cute girl for a few weeks now, and things are starting to get serious. Tonight, she invited you to meet her in the park. You are not sure what is going on, but you agreed to come anyway. Inc…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Happy at Work Podcast, Laura, Michael, and Tessa speak with Margaret Cheng, author of Giving Good Feedback. Margaret shares her career journey from English Literature to HR and how her experiences shaped her perspective on why feedback is so essential yet challenging. She discusses how feedback culture…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Tessa and Michael sat down with Jim Fielding - author of the best-selling book ‘All Pride, No Ego: An Executive’s Guide to Living Authentically’. Jim shared the 10 leadership lessons covered in his book and how he led globally recognized brands over his career while staying true to himself and his values. He…
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No jokes this week, just important causes: post-9/11 awareness campaigns, hate-free "smear the queer" alternatives, and tips for maintaining male friendships. Also, if anyone knows any touring 21-year-olds who want 2 all around good guys in their roster, drop us a line: overshadowedpod@gmail.com Sign up for the Patreon for bonus episodes! https://l…
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Send us a Text Message. In this special edition of Happy at Work, Laura, Tess, and Michael reflect on their learnings from 2023. They discuss the enriching experiences of the podcast, the importance of meaningful conversations, and the challenges of maintaining connection in the remote work era. Additionally, they touch on the impact of rushing ver…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Laura and Tessa were joined by the incredible Diana Cutaia, founder of Coaching Peace Consulting. Diana takes us through her career evolution, sharing insights from her experiences in education, corporate roles, and her impactful work in promoting physical activity and sport. Diana introduces the idea of "ma…
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Send us a Text Message. In today's conversation, Laura chats with Erica Keswin, who shares her wealth of experience as a management consultant, executive recruiter, and author. Erica is a workplace strategist with 25+ years of experience as a consultant, speaker, and bestselling author. She transforms everyday routines into 'workplace magic', empha…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Laura and Tessa spoke with Kelly Mackin, co-founder of Motives Met. Kelly shared her inspiring journey and the personal experiences that led her to focus on well-being in the workplace. As the discussion unfolds, Kelly addresses the shift toward companies recognizing well-being as a right, not a privilege. S…
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This week we welcome the very funny, pseudo-comedian Megan Baniewicz to Overshadowed to discuss being homeschooled (TX), the grace period of early 20's-hood slowly trickling away, getting away with Club Penguin, & much more. Also featured on this episode is Megan's very funny, definitively-comedian sister, Caroline Baniewicz!: A singer. A comic. A …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Laura discussed the ever-evolving work landscape with Brian Elliott. The future of work is here, changing how we think about our careers, workplace dynamics, and personal fulfillment. Laura and Brian explore the impact of the future of work on both individuals and organizations, from the transformative shift…
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Overshadowed welcomes Ben Kirschenbaum to discuss simpler timesFollow us and Ben herehttps://www.instagram.com/benkirschenbaum/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@benkirschenbaumhttps://linktr.ee/overshadowed_podcast Suggestions for a sibling or spouse we should cover? Write in to overshadowedpod@gmail.com.Check out the Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ov…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Michael and Tessa are joined by the distinguished Cam Caldwell, PhD, an expert in leadership, ethics, trust, and passion in the workplace. Dr. Caldwell shares his insights on various aspects of leadership and its profound impact on employee engagement and organizational success. He delves into the significan…
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