Best Big Kahuna Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 387 - Founders and Fashion 1:07:15

4d ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Toc and Mel wear their hearts on their sleeves this week, touching on some important topics. To lighten the tone we also have roving reports from Lyndell at Logan River, Alison at Queens Park, Belfast, and a new voice from the UK Ruth – bringing us a report from Gunpowder parkrun. Dazza has the week off but there is more discussion about bridges an…

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This Ain't Texas! 12:23

6d ago12:23

12:23

Send us a Text Message. The beautiful thing about life is discovering that it can be as big as you make it. I've gotten to experience a world much bigger than my own and now I'm hungry for more! I really hope this episode speaks to someone. Oh! And now if you listen on Buzzsprout.com you can submit Fanmail! Let's talk about it! ;) xoxo, RA…

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Episode 386 - Fly High 1:07:20

10d ago1:07:20

1:07:20

This week the Adventurer community is sad to bid farewell to Michael ‘Schultzy’ Schultz. A special Adventurer from Kedron parkrun. We also pay tribute to Graeme from Umbagong parkrun and Simon brings us his adventures from Redcliffe. There are roving reports from Rendlesham Forest, West Coast Park, Petrie and Jubliee, plus Mel has an idea for a new…

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Episode 385 - Ice Ice Baby 1:06:21

16d ago1:06:21

1:06:21

Who joins Mel on Level Two this week? Who ran round and round in circles for a very long time? Who enjoyed recent celebrations? Who did a nudie swim? Who interviewed Rory Marriot at Rendlesham Forest? Who’s looking forward to Streaky September? Whose name is in the Obilope? Listen in for all the answers!…

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Episode 384 - Indeed 59:13

23d ago59:13

59:13

Guess who’s back, back again, Simon’s back, tell a friend… It’s Smackley week and he’s been at Greenbank parkrun while Mel ducked down south to Risdon Brook. We hear from Janet with a interview with Regional Ambassador Kate Corner and Alison brings news from recent launch event Y Promenade. Over at Dazzas the community was buzzing and Rachel brough…

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Episode 383 - Big Kahunas 1:14:34

1M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

It’s a fast one this week as TOC joins Mel to discuss all things Speedweek at Sandgate parkrun. We discuss parkrun’s global expansion plans, and, speaking of fast, Liam Adams gets a call up to Paris. Dazza hears from a lot of people, PK visits Nuriootpa, Lyndell is on the South Bank and Johan checks in from Emerald Resort. Rachel logs in, and the U…

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Episode 382 - What's in a name? 1:17:39

1M ago1:17:39

1:17:39

Mel is back at the desk, talking to Simon about Cronulla parkrun and his trip to Wishart. There was talk of speed week at Sandgate and BERT & ERNIE. Roving reports came in from Jeune Park, Whyalla Foreshore, Clarence and Pokkinen. There were a plethora of launches across the world and Longest Run is upon us again. Will you rise to the challenge?…

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Episode 381 - Ah-sigh-ee 1:07:16

2M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Sarah joins Simon on Level 2 with a view to go over her trip to Ridley Place Foreshore and his return to Sirromet. They spoke double Dutch on Whit Monday, were Franc about their feelings about French parkruns and caught up on Tim Franklin’s whereabouts. There was also some late mail received all the way from the Netherlands and they checked in on D…

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Episode 380 - In a twist 1:19:03

2M ago1:19:03

1:19:03

Nordic special days and a swather of launches had Mel’s tongue in a twist but not before she surprised Peppertree parkrun with a visit. TOC, meanwhile, returned to what he loves best, supporting Nagambie Lake in country Victoria. Lyndell was interviewing Mandalorians at Cleveland parkrun, and Calum sang us a Mersey tune from Burnage. We also have a…

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Episode 379 - R2-RD 1:15:21

2M ago1:15:21

1:15:21

Tatooine in and hear Mel and Simon recap Bells Parade and Kedron, as well as the galaxy of launches and roving reports from across the universe (Victoria juniors in Glasgow, Walvis Bay in Namibia and Warwick in Qld). Then Rachel brings us some clubs from around the cantina. It’s a longer one this time, for an adventure far, far away.…

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Episode 378 - Run the World 1:18:42

2M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

It’s a blue moon pod – which means Olly is back to join Mel at Level 2 and bring us up to date on Disney princesses, Welsh launches and sailing. If that isn’t exciting enough – TOC slips in the back door to chat to Run the World creator, Travis Ireland, giving insight into how the innovative platform was created and his journey to find love for par…

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Episode 86: To Reach or Not to Reach? --- That is the Question. 1:14:40

3M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

The Big Kahunas bring their live takes of the 2024 NFL Draft on Day 2 with quick hitting reactions of all NFL teams. Along with special guest, DFL's own, "Ski Mask Killa", the Kahunas give their current winners and losers after the first 3 rounds of the NFL Draft through all of the behind the scenes war room drama and life-changing announcements.…

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Episode 377 - Purple Patches 1:16:43

3M ago1:16:43

1:16:43

Back to regular programming at Level Two with a View with Mel upping her p-index at Wilson Botanic parkrun while TOC was offering auroras with the sunshine over at the Stump. We chat about the new ED/EA volunteer credits, discuss the Voronoi map, cover May celebrations with the birthday boy, catch up on a swather of launches plus… Johan reports fro…

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Episode 85: Prelude to Draft Day 25:42

3M ago25:42

25:42

The Big Kahunas are back from a short break in the offseason but just in time for one of the NFL fan's most favorite time of the year-the NFL Draft. This is the culmination after months of fan's copious amounts of copium and getting hopped up on a dangerous supply of hopium, following free agent tracking and draft previews. This episode will serve …

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Episode 376 - palm24 1:14:44

3M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

It’s PALM24 week, where Mel, Olly, TOC and Simon are joined by a crowd of listeners for a live recording of the pod. After a recap of the morning, Olly chatted with Eman, our on-the-ground PALM organiser, South Toowoomba RD and all-round-good-guy, while Mel interviewed Robbie Hawkswell, founding co-event director and video content creator extraordi…

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Episode 375 - Outback parkruns 1:12:46

4M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Join Mel underground at Coober Pedy and TOC on the tree stump as we celebrate Nicki Clark in a yellow 1000 volunteer shirt, Shultzy stars on the radio and there are April Fools Day pranks. Lyndall joins us from Harris Avenue, Sarah visits Centennial Park, Tracey goes north to Mackay and the Local Weather Expert explains spinny-roundy things to us. …

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Episode 374 - details, details 1:09:28

4M ago1:09:28

1:09:28

This week, Mel was auditioning for the Tourism Tasmania Ambassador role in Launceston. Simon was very Scribbly. Tracey talked to Rory and Hilary at Des Connor juniors and PK was going all Radelaidean at South Parra Reservoir. Rachel Parked, Reserved and Oval'd. We celebrated John Day becoming the oldest person to reach 500 parkruns and the Obi went…

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Episode 84: Franchise Mode, but it's real life... 1:49:34

4M ago1:49:34

1:49:34

After the first week of Free Agency in the books, the Big Kahunas declare who were the winners of the offseason up to this point. They will break down every personnel move, whether its a player or a front office member. Keep up with the Kahunas throughout the free agency period as we countdown to NFL draft week, just over a month away. *NOTE: This …

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Episode 373 - Geographical Inaccuracy 55:57

4M ago55:57

55:57

Q. What do you get when you cross a rodeo with a hot air balloon spectacular? A. Mel’s amazing tourism adventure! This week Mel visited Braidwood showground parkrun, which incidentally wasn’t the location for either. And TOC is backing it up and keeping the recording south of the Murray. If that’s not confusing enough, Tracey is at Underwood Park p…

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Episode 83: The Marketplace is Now Open 2:15:15

4M ago2:15:15

2:15:15

The Kahunas are back to get Season 5 started as they go through the first 24 hours of the Legal Tampering Period in the NFL. All the moves, for every position, for all the teams. This is the most comprehensive breakdown ever done on this podcast, and the fun has just begun, Tune in and listen as your favorite free agents may re-sign or find a new h…

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Episode 372 - Don't follow Mel! 49:44

4M ago49:44

49:44

What do you get when you have two hosts recording in the Greatest State? A. Geographical confusion! Oh wait. That’s just Mel. TOC seems to know his compass points, even if he can’t judge his travel times. Moving on … Mel returned to Cyril Curtain Reserve parkrun with the Melbourne Crew, while TOC was a week early at Ipswich parkrun. And Rachel insp…

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Episode 371 - Out & Moving 1:10:37

4M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

With both our hosts returning a tad late from their adventures of the weekend, there's lots to catch up on. From the ups and downs around our adventurer community, to the very long, long runs and walks down under and across the ditch, people have been busy! Hear about Mel's triple treat of Stebonheath, Thorndon Juniors and Adelaide Airport, Olly's …

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Episode 370 - What's in the Box? 48:29

5M ago48:29

48:29

It’s Simon’s week in the co-host seat and apparently the weather up in Kingsland isn’t as great as they’d have us believe. Never mind. Mel had a lovely warm run at Ball Park parkrun while Simon splashed it out at Chermside. We bring you some thoughts about Codes of Conduct and perceived barriers to participation, plus muse over the Adventurer growt…

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Episode 369 - When Paris met Harry 1:12:49

5M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

Join us this week as we bring some big discussions with a rollercoaster pod episode. While Olly and Mel give their views on the stats controversy, they also recount their adventure to North Wollongong parkrun. But not before Olly brings news of his own. Lyndell the Legendary lifts the mood with a report from Ipswich, Queensland parkrun, Rachel reme…

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The Good in Goodbye 13:01

5M ago13:01

13:01

Send us a Text Message. Hey there. It's been a while but I'm back. With a name like "Good Vibes", it's sort of important to me to be in a 'good' space. My objective is to spread love and positivity in an organic way so I have to be authentic with my episodes or they won't feel authentic. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy ;) RA…

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Episode 368 - Gooey buttercake flavoured goodness 1:14:54

5M ago1:14:54

1:14:54

Join Mel & TOC as they taste test lots of icecream. TOC goes to Jindy, Mel goes AWOL and parkrun Australia blow the lid on another Attendance Record. PK visits Kangaroo Island, Lyndall visits Newy and Sarah catches up with Tim Franklin. Oh, and all the PALM events get announced.By parkrun adventurers

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Episode 367: YMMV 59:13

5M ago59:13

59:13

One million Aussie parkrunners and no roving reports? Don't worry, Mel and Olly have you covered! It's been a big week in Aussie parkrun circles, so it's time for some reflection, emails, Dazzas, Birthday Boy and... ooohhh, a palm24 update!By parkrun adventurers

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Episode 366 - Euphony 1:04:39

6M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

This week, Mel is joined by a holidaying Olly as we hear a euphony of parkrun celebrations and record numbers, plus some misadventures, the odd kookaburra, and a cacophony of camp-site neighbours. We continue to catch up on the summer season's roving reports, as we hear from Johan at Voortrekker Monument, Pretoria, PK at Belair and Alistair who did…

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Episode 80: Wide Right: The Skinny on the Divisional Playoffs and Coaching Carousel 2:03:07

6M ago2:03:07

2:03:07

The Big Kahunas launches another mega-episode with the first hour talking about the offseason coaching carousel led by current National Champion Head Coach Jim Harbaugh going to the Los Angeles Chargers. Listen as they give a fan's perspective to which offseason moves are needed to not only improve team performance, but also building and enriching …

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Episode 79: No Pressure, No Problems for NFL's New Blood Rising 2:20:50

6M ago2:20:50

2:20:50

All the Big Kahunas including O.G. Nicky Three Belts are featured in this podcast, breaking down Super Wild Card Weekend. They compare which NFC East playoff team had the biggest meltdown? Why playoff debutants, Jordan Love and C.J. Stroud were able to overcome veteran gunslingers in Joe Flacco and Dak Prescott. Which underdog story can survive pas…

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Episode 365 - Tick Tocky 1:06:48

6M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

Mel and Simon are back for 2024 with news of their holiday adventures from Copper Trail parkrun, Thorndon juniors, Port Broughton, Nuriootpa, Main Beach, New Farm, White Rock, Kelvin Grove and Fodder Forest. The Channel 5 news crew are back with reports from West Beach, Bellevue juniors and Paradise Point. Plus Rachel trials a new format and the Bi…

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Episode 78: Winners Are Not Allowed to Allow Losers to Rewrite History 2:32:02

6M ago2:32:02

2:32:02

To jump in on the discussion and be part of the show during our live recording of this podcast, follow "That Boy" Floyd on Instagram @ thatboy3 The Big Kahunas go the full 150 minutes breaking down and voicing what has been a wild, last 120 hours in the football world. The following will be discussed: Closing the book on the 2023-24 NFL Regular Sea…

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Episode 77: Football's Chaos Theory- NFL Decision Week + CFB Playoff Special 2:16:25

7M ago2:16:25

2:16:25

Happy New Year's Football Fans! The Big Kahunas are providing a 2 for 1 special on this podcast episode to guide you through the final week of the NFL regular season and penultimate week of the College Football Playoffs: Hour One: Quick News Around the NFL; and semifinal analysis and championship final preview of the College Football Playoffs Hour …

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Episode 76: Ego and Pride Can End One's Fantasy 1:32:38

7M ago1:32:38

1:32:38

The Kahunas along with IG Live Guest, Lancelot (Red & Gold Faithful) go through the hot topics of the week including the expensive ouster of Russell Wilson, the Class of 2024 Football Hall of Fame finalists, and the return of Jonathan Gannon to Philadelphia. The Thursday favorites are back with a seemingly "Hawkeye" type of twist. Check out the 10t…

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Episode 75: The Lights Go Out On the Niners Again... 55:45

7M ago55:45

55:45

The Big Kahunas invite friends and family for this Holiday Overreaction Special. Regular season favorites cast doubts for the panel as wildcard hopefuls present as bigger threats towards the title. Quick hitting discussions involved the Dallas-Miami, Las Vegas-Kansas City, and the Baltimore-San Francisco games, with the latter prompting fiery live …

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Episode 74: The NFL Playoff Picture-- Your Guess Is Good As Mine 1:42:09

7M ago1:42:09

1:42:09

The Big Kahunas attempt to call their shots on which team will make, not only the playoffs, but who will show up to their conference championship. And trust me, it is not as easy as it sounds. Time is running out for some teams to get right and for some, their judgement day could come as early as this weekend. In this episode, all your favorite seg…

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Episode 364 - Bumping Uglies 1:05:05

7M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

This week the swivel chair on Level 2 gets a workout as the uglies all combine to bask in the glory of Ugly Christmas Singlet or Shirt Day! As your hosts recap their parkrundays just gone and prepare for parkrun and podcast holiday season, we crack out the bon-bons, hear from the Office Lady and a most melodic Rachel, and we fill the podcast time c…

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Episode 73: NFL Playoff Outlook: Anticipating a Photo Finish 1:59:21

7M ago1:59:21

1:59:21

Could it be that a team from the middle of the pack, or a team once left for dead, be the one that finishes first, all along? The Kahunas examine what could be come-from-behind divisional winners in the NFC East, AFC West, NFC South, AFC South, and AFC East. Not to mention over a handful of teams that are at .500 and under that could still sneak in…

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Episode 363 - Old Farts and Old Ducks 52:50

7M ago52:50

52:50

As Dazzas celebrates volunteer day and the wonderful contributions across our adventurer community, we hear about Mel's trip to the West-East-side at Campbelltown parkrun and Olly finally shows up to share his visit to Tassie, Collingwood and, well, Shellharbour #inourbudgiesBy parkrun adventurers

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Episode 72: We Have Now Entered NFL's Version of "Moving Day" 1:24:26

7M ago1:24:26

1:24:26

With a total of 13 teams vying for the last 5 spots in the NFL playoff race and only 4 weeks to do so, the chaos has now descended on the league. Also in a microcosm of the chaos is everyone's fantasy football regular season finales, with playoff permutations ever-so-changing in real time. We hoped that this episode of the podcast, encapsulates thi…

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Episode 71: Nakakabaliw ang podcast na ito! (This Podcast is Crazy!) 1:16:47

7M ago1:16:47

1:16:47

***We apologize for the audio feedback and other audio issues that occurred on this episode. While the podcast's Instagram Live and Facebook Live shows went without a hitch, unfortunately the audio on Zoom was not clear and some of our guest's audio was not audible. A whole segment was cut in the editing room as it was deemed to difficult to listen…

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Episode 362 - West is best 39:49

7M ago39:49

39:49

TOC’s back this week, after enjoying the west side at Cyril Curtain Reserve. And while some parts of the world experienced weather-related cancellations, Melissa headed to a revamped Sunbury parkrun for a little rainy frond. It’s a shorter pod this week, featuring some cameos from our favourite South Africans lending a hand to your grateful hosts.…

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Episode 70: Week 13 O.T. With Alchemy 1:18:52

8M ago1:18:52

1:18:52

The Kahunas give their overreactions and hot takes on everything in the football world, including a wrap-up on the chaos of the college football playoff committee, Mr. Irrelevant possibly becoming NFL MVP, the likelihood of the Philadelphia Eagles limping in as a wildcard team, and why Jordan Love was not scared of the Kansas City Chiefs. Joining t…

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Episode 361 - TOC’s budgies 43:44

8M ago43:44

43:44

TOC joins Melissa on level two this week in his budgies! While Melissa recaps a crazy WA adventure at Newcastle Park in WA , TOC was enjoying the sunshine at home at Inverloch. We have Thanksgiving parkruns, re-launches, palm updates and corrections. There’s an Obi, the Birthday Boy, the CCR and more.…

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Episode 69: The Big Kahuna's No-Huddle Episode 33:02

8M ago33:02

33:02

Big Kahuna, Ryan "The Process" will navigate the pod's version of the 2-minute drill as he will cover Thursday pod's favorite segments, such as the Big Kahuna Board Bets, Rapid Fire Pick'Ems, BK Parlays, and of course, fan favorite "That MF'er is Not Real!" Get yourself ready for Week 13 by tuning in for all the fun, the games of chance, and insigh…

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Episode 68: Holiday Hangover: Too much turkey and...Football? + Bonus Segment 1:46:24

8M ago1:46:24

1:46:24

The Big Kahunas attempt to wake up from a food coma and possibly pro football coma as it was a battle of attrition following NFL football for 4 out of the last 5 days. They examine the rise of Jordan Love, the fall of the Carolina Panthers, the inevitability of the Buffalo Bills in overtime, and the escape artistry of one Vance Joseph. Stick around…

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Episode 67: BK Thanksgiving Special with Red & Gold Faithful 1:13:25

8M ago1:13:25

1:13:25

The Big Kahunas introduce special guest and 2021 DFL Champion Lance (a.k.a. Red & Gold Faithful) to the podcast as he gives his insights in the world of wagering, while also sharing his parlays for Week 12. Stay tuned for another week of Rapid Fire Pick'Ems and the BK Parlays as the Kahunas look to rebound after a difficult Week 11. At the end, the…

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Episode 360 - gggrrriverside 54:49

8M ago54:49

54:49

Melissa & Simon battle the technology this week to bring you this episode featuring Karkarook and Redland Bay parkruns. TOC drops in from Goulburn River Trail and Lyndell chases a frond at, well, Redland Bay. And we have more Collingwood refences for your listening pleasure. Thanks Rachel 😊By parkrun adventurers

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Episode 66: NFL Really Does Mean Not For Long 53:40

8M ago53:40

53:40

Forget what you thought about the NFL standings 2 weeks ago (or 2 hours ago), this year's NFL season is in constant flux. Our overreactions are based on current season ending injuries to marquee signal callers and seismic shifting of contenders, week to week. And chances are, we will be dead wrong... Enjoy this live show with a simulcast with IG Li…

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Practice Being 11:57

8M ago11:57

11:57

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I speak to the intentionality it takes to simply Be. So often we're thinking about what's next. "What's for dinner?" "What will tomorrow bring?" "I need to answer those emails and call my mom back!" As long as we're breathing, there's going to be a list. Today I'm here to tell you that the list can wait.…

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