Best Debbie Foster Podcasts (2024)

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Debbie Foster | The Importance of Leadership AND Management in Law Firms 39:11

19d ago39:11

39:11

Debbie Foster, CEO of Affinity Consulting, can build relationships with even the most challenging personalities. She is a nationally recognized thought leader on people, strategy, efficiency, and innovation in professional legal organizations. Her first project involving increased efficiency and change management came when she computerized the orde…

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Motivating Change by Pointing Positive with Debbie 18:56

33m ago18:56

18:56

Do you find yourself frustrated when you correct your child, teen, or young adult and you’re met with resistance? On today’s episode of Autism & Neurodiversity, I’ll be sharing how one simple shift in communication, inspired by the recent river rafting trip we took our student on, can lead to improved emotional regulation, skill development, and in…

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Battling Squirrels: Tips and Tricks to Protect Your Bird Feeders 11:21

1h ago11:21

11:21

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. One of the questions folks have for the team at Backyard Birds is how to keep those pesky squirrels away from their bird feeders. In this week’s episode, Debbie and Laurie off a few affordable solutions and ideas to keeps our little bushy-tailed frien…

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DNC Mini-sode: Loranne Ausley, Lauren Harper Pope, and Senator Sarah McBride 11:29

4h ago11:29

11:29

In this special DNC mini-sode host Debbie Cox Bultan talks with former Florida Senator Loranne Ausley, WelcomePAC Co-Founder Lauren Harper Pope, and Delaware State Senator and Congressional candidate Sarah McBride. They each reflect on the Convention, talk about their favorite speakers, and share what they’re looking forward to on the last night of…

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2.9: Why Women Are Leaving Tech – And How One Leader is Fighting Back, with Linda Calvin 32:44

2h ago32:44

32:44

In this episode, Debbie dives into the inspiring story of Linda Calvin, a trailblazer who transitioned from a successful career in law to become a pivotal figure in tech. As she spearheads Indiana’s first Women in Tech Week, Linda shares her mission to empower women, bridge gender gaps in STEM, and reveal the untold challenges and triumphs that wom…

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Georgia Representative Tanya Miller Fights for Democracy and Justice 32:58

2h ago32:58

32:58

In this week's episode, host Ryan Coonerty speaks with Georgia Representative Tanya Miller. Rep. Miller is a prosecutor and civil rights attorney who has consistently worked to ensure justice and defend constitutional rights. She gives us an on-the-ground report about the fight for democracy and the energy presidential candidate Kamala Harris bring…

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DNC Mini-sode: Councilmember Vanorny, Mayor Keller, Supervisor Nicholson, and Rep. Bhojani 12:04

9h ago12:04

12:04

In this special DNC-mini sode of An Honorable Profession, host Debbie Cox Bultan catches up with four amazing NewDEAL Leaders in Chicago to talk about their experiences so far. You’ll hear from Cedar Rapids, IA, City Councilmember Ashley Vanorny; Albuquerque, NM, Mayor Tim Keller; Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson;…

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DNC Mini-sode: Mayors Lee Harris and Jon Mitchell 7:33

5d ago7:33

7:33

The AHP team is on the ground this week in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, where host Debbie Cox Bultan is catching up with NewDEAL Leaders from across the country. Today, she talks to two exceptional mayors – Shelby County, TN, Mayor Lee Harris, and New Bedford, MA, Mayor Jon Mitchell – who share their favorite parts from the openi…

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239: Navigating Burnout, Building Resilience, and Fostering Relationships for Success with Dr. Eric Recker 21:56

3d ago21:56

21:56

Dr. Eric Recker is a dentist, husband, father, keynote speaker, Elite Success Coach, author, pilot, mountain climber and recovering triathlete. In his second half of life, he is committed to helping people shorten the distance to becoming their best version and learning to #WINtheNOW. Questions · We'd love for you to share in your own words a littl…

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Laura Leopard | How to Leverage Data to Help Your Law Firm Grow 39:14

1d ago39:14

39:14

Laura Leopard is the co-founder and General Manager of Leopard Solutions, the largest law firm data platform serving the legal industry with actionable intelligence and insights on more than 5,500 law firms worldwide and 6,800 U.S. corporate legal departments. She has spearheaded Leopard Solutions’ growth and development over the company's 18-year …

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Benefits of Being in Nature 28:45

7d ago28:45

28:45

Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists, the podcast about anything and everything connected with nature. We love to engage with our listeners and have a few fabulous prizes we’d love to share with you. As a part of helping us grow our social media and online presence, we’re giving you an opportunity to score a few of them we talk about in…

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Rethinking SMART Goals for Neurodivergents with Jason 17:19

5d ago17:19

17:19

Are traditional goal-setting methods like SMART goals failing your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult? In this episode, discover a fresh perspective on fostering growth and connection. Learn why focusing on tasks rather than attributes like kindness and empathy can lead to stress and avoidance, and how an approach rooted in Eastern philosop…

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Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on the Importance of Representation 26:17

1h ago26:17

26:17

In this week’s episode, host Ryan Coonery talks with Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis. They discuss his impressive career as Pennsylvania’s youngest and first Black Lieutenant Governor, and why a lack of representation in his hometown inspired him to serve in elected office. Davis also talks about how he is using his office to fight gu…

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238: Mastering Software Reliability with Daniel Ruby 23:22

32m ago23:22

23:22

Daniel Ruby is a VP of Marketing at Nobl9. Ruby is a dynamic marketing executive with a focus on B2B marketing, and has significant experience building teams and driving successful, data-driven programs for a range of startups and mid-sized organizations. As the Director of Online Marketing for Localytics, Ruby was the first marketing hire and scal…

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Michael Ellenhorn & Julie Henson | Grow Your Law Firm Through Strategic Lateral Hiring 43:14

14d ago43:14

43:14

Michael Ellenhorn founded Decipher Investigative Intelligence to help clients create safer, more productive, and more profitable workplaces through reliable investigative intelligence. He counsels clients on mitigating risks associated with the hiring process and is a frequent speaker on the topic of lateral hiring, integration, and talent acquisit…

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State Birds with Nick 25:55

3d ago25:55

25:55

Welcome to a special episode of The Backyard Naturalists podcast! We are thrilled to share that our podcast has been recognized by the readers of The Matthews Mint Hill Weekly as their favorite, earning us the honor of being an award-winning podcast. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our listeners, as we now reach audiences in all 50 st…

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Grief, Action and the #LovedJennie Mental Health Movement 18:11

5d ago18:11

18:11

When the Middle Tennessee Chapter lost one of their own to suicide, chapter members worked through their grief by taking action and forming a Mental Health Task Force. In this episode, task force members Teresa J. Walker, CLM, Tennessee Private Trust Services Director at Holland & Knight LLP, and Dana L. Holsomback, CLM, Office Administrator at Ogl…

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2.8: Putting an End to Crappy Meetings with Matthew Homann Part 1 36:09

15d ago36:09

36:09

In this episode, Matt Homann, founder of Filament, reveals his innovative approaches to making meetings more effective and engaging to Debbie. From the importance of intentional design to the power of facilitation, Matt shares practical tips and insights that can transform any meeting into a productive and enjoyable experience. Whether you're a sea…

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Democratic Party Chairwoman Liz Walters on Voter Strategy 37:40

19d ago37:40

37:40

In this week's episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with the Chair of the Ohio Democratic Party, Liz Walters. Chair Walters first joined us on An Honorable Profession in 2021, but a lot has happened in Ohio over the last three years, including the state's high-profile abortion ballot measure passed in 2023 and Donald Trump's recent selecti…

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237: Empathy and Innovation in Customer Success with Irina Vatafu 13:33

18d ago13:33

13:33

Irina Vatafu has nearly a decade of experience in customer-facing roles, she is deeply passionate about working with people, and dedicated to ensuring every customer feels valued and respected. Currently serving as the Head of Customer Success at Custify, Irina thrives in roles that require effective communication, problem-solving and empathetic en…

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Mastering Mosquito Control: Eco-Friendly Solutions for Your Backyard 18:31

10d ago18:31

18:31

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this encore episode of The Backyard Naturalist podcast, Debbie and Lori dive into the world of mosquitoes and share practical tips for controlling these pesky insects. Did you know that mosquitoes are more attracted to people with type O blood, hig…

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Representative Arturo Alonso-Sandoval Inspires Better Leadership in Public Service 38:52

12d ago38:52

38:52

In this week’s episode, host Ryan Coonerty sits down with Representative Arturo Alonso-Sandoval, the youngest member of the Oklahoma legislature. Instead of pursuing a high-paying job as a mechanical engineer, Alonso-Sandoval decided to run for office during his senior year of college to serve the community where he grew up. Rep. Alonso-Sandoval ta…

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Refocusing on Customer Service 30:09

16d ago30:09

30:09

Customer service may seem like a lost art nowadays, but for your legal organization, that means it's more important than ever to get it right. In this episode, Richard Culberson, Chief Executive Officer of Moneypenny and Voice Nation, North America, discusses how to ensure your intake process makes a great first impression on potential clients and …

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236: Elevating Client Relationships: The Power of Thoughtfulness, Kindness, Caring and Empathy with Richard Weylman 19:54

14d ago19:54

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Richard Weylman was orphaned at age 6 and he lived in 19 foster homes and attended 11 different schools. Rather than becoming the victim of those circumstances, he overcame them and he has had remarkable business success, including as an award-winning General Sales Manager of Rolls Royce to Head Sales and Marketing for the Robb Report, a Magazine f…

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Alé Dalton | Smoothing the Path From First-Generation Professional to BigLaw Partner 41:39

28d ago41:39

41:39

Alé Dalton is a partner at the national law firm Bradley Arant Boult Cummings. Working with their Healthcare Practice Group, which is consistently ranked as one of the best in the country, she provides practical advice to clients on a wide range of transactional, operational, and regulatory matters. She also participates in Bradley’s pro bono progr…

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Shedding Light on Light Pollution: An Evening with Christopher Page 33:51

17d ago33:51

33:51

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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2.7: Developing Rainmakers: The Key to a Thriving Law Practice, with Elise Holtzman 31:24

26d ago31:24

31:24

Debbie talks with Elise Holtzman as she shares her insights on what it takes to be an outstanding leader. Elise emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and strategic thinking, providing listeners with practical advice on how to enhance their leadership skills and navigate complex professional environments. Check out the show notes fo…

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Speaker Joanna McClinton on Leading the Pennsylvania House 36:06

19d ago36:06

36:06

In this week’s episode, NewDEAL CEO and host Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton, as the Speaker reflects on her “lady of firsts” track record in the legislature. In 2008, McClinton became the first woman and African American to be elected as House Democratic Caucus Chair, followed by becoming the first woman e…

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235: Unveiling the Trends from Broadridge's 6th Annual CX and Communications Consumer Insight Survey with Debbie Miglaw 18:22

20d ago18:22

18:22

Debbie Miglaw is Head of Digital Solutioning & Business Development at Broadridge. She and her team of digital sales specialists, solutions architects and business analysts are responsible for consulting with clients to define the digital solutions that support their digital transformation and customer experience goals. The team of experts work wit…

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Tick Talk: Protecting Yourself from Tick-Borne Illnesses 26:39

24d ago26:39

26:39

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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Embracing Minimalism for Neurodivergent Well-being with Jason 17:48

1M ago17:48

17:48

Let's talk about clutter! Anxiety, stress, and distractions plague our young people, especially our neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults. Reducing life clutter and focusing on the principals of minimalism can help. Learn the benefits of a minimalistic life approach and why it's a natural fit for our neurodivergent young people. Gain str…

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Commissioner Michael Naft on County Level Leadership 38:23

1M ago38:23

38:23

In this week’s episode, Ryan Coonerty is joined by Clark County, Nevada, Commissioner Michael Naft. During a wide-ranging conversation, Commissioner Naft talks about Nevadans’ role in deciding who the next president will be as well as how some of the world’s most significant cultural and sporting events, like the Super Bowl and Formula 1 races, hav…

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Nature Education for All: An Interview with Brittany Smith of Flora and Fauna Festivities 25:41

1M ago25:41

25:41

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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2.6: Rising Stars: Navigating Law Firm Leadership, with Erica Brundage and Joanna Hurt 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

In this episode, Debbie Foster celebrates the legacy of Susan L. French by highlighting the impact of the Emerging Leader Fellowship Program. Fellows Erica Brundage and Joanna Hurt share their experiences, insights, and the personal and professional growth they've achieved through the program, underscoring the importance of leadership, community, a…

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Illinois Representative Bob Morgan on Fostering Hope 33:54

2M ago33:54

33:54

In this week’s episode, Ryan Coonerty sits down with Illinois State Representative Bob Morgan. They reflect on the horrific mass shooting in the representative's community of Highland Park during a 4th of July Parade in 2022 – a timely topic as he returns from a visit to the White House, as he co-chairs the Illinois House Firearm Safety Reform Work…

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234: Transforming Customer Experience: Joel Passen on AI, Innovation, and Leadership with Joel Passen 20:58

2M ago20:58

20:58

Joel Passen is a proven technology entrepreneur and leader with 20+ years of success creating value and driving measurable results at the intersections of sales, business development, product strategy, operations and customer experience. Before co-founding Sturdy, a next-gen customer experience solution that helps companies improve customer satisfa…

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A Day at the Market: Exploring Matthews Community Farmer’s Market 50:55

1M ago50:55

50:55

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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Connecting with the Hard Ones with Debbie 16:27

1M ago16:27

16:27

We all would like to have meaningful connections with our children, teens, and young adults, and some of our young people are hard to connect with for various reasons. They require different approaches. The quality of our relationships impact our loved one's development and well-being. Discover some strategies for creating meaningful connections an…

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Debbie Cox Bulltanon 30 Years Working in the Center-Left 39:55

1M ago39:55

39:55

Today, we’re sharing NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan’s recent appearance on the Pro Politics podcast – a political podcast that interviews people who work in and around the political industry. Host Zac McCrary and Debbie talk about growing up in a middle-class family in Sacramento, CA, her active role in her church, and her Capitol Hill internship wi…

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Capitalizing on Your Firm's Digital Marketing 37:22

2M ago37:22

37:22

Amid everything your firm does on a daily basis, digital marketing may not seem like a top priority, but it can be one of the most important ways to grow your business and find new clients. Join Bo Royal, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pareto Legal, as he shares his insights on how you can use marketing to cut through the online noise, t…

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Unintended Travelers: The Story of Invasive Species, Part 2 11:33

2M ago11:33

11:33

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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Mastering Crisis Response with Jason 18:31

2M ago18:31

18:31

Parenting comes with challenges. If you're parenting neurodivergents like children, teens, and young adults who are autistic, ADHDers, or have learning differences, those challenges can quickly turn into regular crises. In this episode, Jason discusses the personal and developmental aspects of responding to crises, contrasting it with professional …

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2.5 From Big Law to Big Dreams: How Two Women Revolutionized Legal Marketing, with EJ Stern & Katherine Wilson 30:23

2M ago30:23

30:23

Debbie dives into the world of legal marketing with EJ Stern and Katherine Wilson, two trailblazers who have revolutionized how law firms grow and succeed. Discover their journey from Big Law to building a thriving business, and learn their secrets to transforming your law firm's marketing strategy overnight. Whether you're overwhelmed by marketing…

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Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett on Fighting Far-Right Extremism 33:44

2M ago33:44

33:44

This week, NewDEAL CEO and host Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Fulton County Commissioner Dana Barrett. She talks about what it’s like to serve in local government, her Congressional race in 2020, and her motivation to speak out against far-right extremism. Coming from a background in technology and media, Barrett also shares her work to ensure that…

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233: Practical Frameworks and Future Insights for Elevating Customer Experience with Alan Williams and Dave Stubberfield 35:05

2M ago35:05

35:05

Alan Williams is the founder of SERVICEBRAND GLOBAL and advises business leaders internationally to deliver value driven service. Dave Stubberfield is the director of Carter Consultancy and specializes in enabling cultural transformation to help businesses achieve greatness. They are the authors of Supercharging the Customer Experience: How Organiz…

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Unintended Travelers: The Story of Invasive Species, Part 1 22:57

2M ago22:57

22:57

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the award-winning podcast about anything and everything connected with nature, heard in 115 countries, 50 states, and all throughout the Carolinas. Honored with the Best of the Weeklies podcast award by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, we bring you engaging and educational content each week. In this…

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Nurturing Independence with Debbie 23:06

2M ago23:06

23:06

Independence isn't an age (18) or destination, it's having the skills to self-govern, self-advocate, and get needs met in healthy ways. Nurturing independence is important for toddlers to teens to twenty-somethings, and our autistic and neurodivergent young people often need more support. Providing either too much or too little support can impede d…

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Jesse Ferguson on Winning Undecided Voters 38:36

2M ago38:36

38:36

This week, we bring you another episode of our Road to November 2024 election series, as co-hosts Debbie Cox Bultan and Ryan Coonerty sit down with Jesse Ferguson. Jesse is a leading Democratic strategist and consultant. With over two decades of experience, he has led national campaigns on issues ranging from health care to clean energy. Today, Jes…

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232: Embracing Technology and Human Connection in Customer Experience with Vaishali Dialani 20:28

2M ago20:28

20:28

Vaishali Dialani is a multi-award-winning Customer Experience professional in the Middle East, has been recognized as a CXPA Emerging Leader, a finalist for CX Leader of the Year 2023, and has been ranked among the top CXMStars worldwide in both 2023 and 2024. She is a firm believer in the power of knowledge sharing to foster growth and awareness w…

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Discovering Nature with Essential Apps: Audubon, iNaturalist, and Merlin 18:17

2M ago18:17

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Welcome to a special re-run of one of our most popular episodes of The Backyard Naturalists, your favorite podcast about everything connected with nature! Broadcasting across 115 countries, all 50 states, and throughout the Carolinas, our award-winning show, honored by the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly, delights and educates 64,000 regul…

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