Best Kevin Payne Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 135: Juan Corpus - New North Inc. 2:17:34

4h ago2:17:34

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Get to know Juan Corpus as we discuss: New North Inc., Pro Wrestling, People Who Are Self Absorbed, Local Election Interference From Outside Agitators, The Power of Smiling, Being A Dad, Tequila, Depeche Mode, Half Price Books, Jean Jacque Machado & Curb Cut-Outs, Being A Transplant To The Region, WOP, Wu-Tang, and other exciting topics.If you woul…

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Life in Death by Allister Nelson 19:17

4h ago19:17

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In "Life in Death," Allister Nelson treats us to a lifetime of interactions between a young woman named Miriam and the angel of death. But why does she alone have this special relationship with the angel? Allister Nelson is a poet and author whose work has appeared in Apex Magazine, The Showbear Family Circus, Eternal Haunted Summer, SENTIDOS: Revi…

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#185 LATEST OBSESSIONS, HAWK TUA GIRL & TRAVEL ICKS WITH COMEDIAN EMILY BRACEY 48:59

7h ago48:59

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by comedian & friend Emily Bracey to catch up on everything from getting back into stand-up comedy, mental breakdowns & our latest obsessions. Emily shares some of her wildest flight experiences & what her biggest travel icks are. Then, we end with a game of Hot Takes! Follow Emily Bracey @emilyebraceycomedy …

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$850K in Residential Electrical Sold & Installed in Valparaiso, IN: How Electrician Kevin Braun Shares His Service Call Process 45:23

2h ago45:23

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Kevin Braun is an electrician for Amps & Volts Electric in Valparaiso, IN. Kevin is an absolute superstar, as he sold AND installed $850K in residential electrical work in a small, largely rural market. (And the year before, he sold and installed $750K!) In this interview, Kevin shares his entire service call process. Kevin does a masterful job of …

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#63. At The Flicks Podcast's Jeff & Graham On Kevin Costner's HORIZON: AN AMERICAN SAGA 1:05:31

3h ago1:05:31

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On this episode, Jeff Downes and Graham O'Dwyer from the brilliant At The Flicks podcast discuss Kevin Costner's western epic, Horizon: An American Saga. We'll be putting our collective expertise to work as we explore Costner's latest directorial effort, examining its place within the western genre and its potential impact on cinema. So let's saddl…

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#184 TEXAS SLANGS, INCELS & BIGGEST TURN OFFS WITH COMEDIAN MAGEN KING 57:08

1h ago57:08

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by award winning radio host turned stand up comedian Magen King! Magen shares a crazy encounter she had during a stand up performace & what it was like to perform at comedy clubs during Covid. She also shares a story about her worst first date, what her biggest turn offs are & provides advice to upcoming come…

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The World is Always Ending by Maia Brown-Jackson 18:44

16m ago18:44

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In "The World is Always Ending," Maia Brown-Jackson imagines a multiverse of minotaurs, labyrinths and humans. "The World is ALways ending" first appeared in "The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction." Maia Brown-Jackson is a symphony of papercuts, banged-up knees, and stubborn determination. She believes in the altruism of strangers, the power …

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Fictional Christian Music (ft. Righteous Gemstones' Joseph Stephens, Daniel Smith and Chris White) 40:58

11h ago40:58

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How do you make fake Contemporary Christian Music? Creating fictional Christian music that feels authentic without crossing the line into parody or pastiche is a tricky artistic challenge. But we found the creators up to the task. Joseph Stephens, composer for HBO's The Righteous Gemstones, a crime-comedy about a family of musical televangelists, a…

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#62. Star Rachel Nichols & Director Alejandro Brugués Talk THE INHERITANCE 30:43

4h ago30:43

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Director Alejandro Brugués goes for old-fashioned chills and offers up some slow-burn horror with his excellent new horror, The Inheritance. It can be difficult to have sympathy for characters who have immense wealth and privilege – especially when you’re not supposed to like them. However, The Inheritance gets the balance just right – and along wi…

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#61. Writers Joe Russo & Chris LaMont On THE INHERITANCE 16:45

23h ago16:45

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Written by Joe Russo and Chris LaMont, The Inheritance delivers old-fashioned chills and offers up some slow-burn horror. The quick pitch is to call the Alejandro Brugués directed film a well-balanced mix of Knives Out and The House On Haunted Hill by way of The Haunting Of Hill House and Succession. There’s a sophistication and understanding of th…

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$3.6MM in HVAC Sales: Selling Technician Jeff Payne Shares His Maintenance, Service, & Sales Call Process 1:39:18

1d ago1:39:18

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Jeff Payne is a selling technician for Rescue Air & Plumbing in Dallas, TX. Jeff has been a long-time high sales producer in the HVAC industry. The last two years, he’s taken his performance to another level, selling $4MM in 2022 and $3.6MM in 2023. In this interview, Jeff outlines meticulously how he approaches a maintenance call, how he converts …

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#60. Star Gilles Marini & Director Shane Dax Taylor Talk MURDER COMPANY 37:16

2d ago37:16

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Shane Dax Taylor’s Murder Company is an old-fashioned World War II men on a mission movie. On Demand now in the U.S., the film stars William Moseley, Pooch Hall, Gilles Marini, Joe Anderson and Kelsey Grammer. The plot follows a group of US soldiers as they attempt to smuggle a member of the French resistance behind enemy lines so that he can assas…

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Episode 134: Jessica Williams - Veteran Business Owner of Whimsical Celebrations LLC. 1:46:48

4d ago1:46:48

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Get to know Jessica Williams as we discuss: Whimsical Celebrations LLC., Being A Veteran, Being A Miss Wisconsin Judge, Braywood Inn Boutique, Coot's World Class Fishing Lures, Performance Zone 3 LLC, OshPOP Gourmet Popcorn, Venue 404, Center For Suicide Awareness, Cedar Yard Greetings, WI GI Bill, Being An Entrepreneur, Social Media, and other exc…

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#183 HAVING MOMMY ISSUES, SOAKING & UNPOPULAR OPINIONS WITH COMEDIAN TOMMY BRENNAN 51:06

3d ago51:06

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by one of the fastest rising stars in the world of comedy, Tommy Brennan. Tommy shares a bunch of tips for people who are just getting started in stand up comedy & some of the craziest stories that happened to him while he was performing on the road. We also chat about growing up in small towns, our first por…

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#59. Jake Allyn Talks About His Modern Day Western RIDE 21:41

3d ago21:41

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Writer/director Jake Allyn's film Ride is now available On Demand in the US. It’s a wonderful modern day western that sees Allyn star alongside C. Thomas Howell, Annabeth Gish & Forrie J. Smith. It's a beautifully shot & exceptionally well acted film that has dramatic highs alongside some strong tension. Jake Allyn joins the Movies In Focus podcast…

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Don't you Cry by Jennifer Peaslee 14:26

14d ago14:26

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Two men have a magical key that surprises them with gifts. At what point will they question if the benefits outweigh the consequences? Jennifer Peaslee (she/her) is a dark fiction writer with an affinity for fairy tales and folklore. She lives in Atlanta with her cat, Trouble, and runs bleeding typewriter, a community for new and emerging writers. …

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#58. Isy Santini On Alexander Payne's ELECTION 32:34

4d ago32:34

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Alexander Payne’s 1999 release Election was a film which took the filmmaker’s career to the next level. A biting satire, it features a great Matthew Broderick as a teacher with a grudge battling Reese Witherspoon‘s overly enthusiastic student, Tracy Flick. As part of a special look back at some of the films released in 1999 - a year many believe to…

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Episode 133: Spencer Morse & Doug Post - Sunken Paddle Ciderworks LLC. 2:35:18

9d ago2:35:18

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Get to know Spencer Morse & Doug Post as we discuss: Sunken Paddle Ciderworks LLC, Society of Brewers (S.O.B.'s) Wagner Market, LLC, DORA (Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area), Winners Sports Bar and Grill, Average Joe Adventures, Golden Ocean Foods, Sturgeon Spirits, The Howard, 2023 WISCONSIN ACT 73, Becket's, Elsewhere Market and Coffee House, The…

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#182 MENTAL BREAKDOWNS, CREATING THE LIFE OF YOUR DREAMS & MANIFESTING YOUR GOALS WITH MIKAYLA JAI 58:40

10d ago58:40

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by host of the Mindset Magic & Manifestation podcast, Mikayla Jai, to share her advice on how to create the lifestyle of your dreams. We also chat about where we currently shop for thongs, our experiences with vibrators & doing the 75 hard challenge. Mikalya gives tips on how to stay consistent when chasing y…

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Ep. 270: The Dance Eternal by Kevin Hogg 17:52

14d ago17:52

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Two friends meet in an abandoned barn and dance the night away. What will come the next night? Kevin Hogg is a high school English and Law teacher in British Columbia's Rocky Mountains. He holds a Master of Arts degree from Carleton University and is a longtime Chicago Cubs fan. Outside of writing, Kevin enjoys Lime Pepsi, grapefruit juice, and lem…

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The Paradox 45:25

10d ago45:25

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KUOW's podcast Let The Kids Dance! is the story of Seattle's Teen Dance Ordinance in a seven-part docuseries chronicling an untold chapter of pop-culture history. It’s a story about moral panic, grassroots activism and an unstoppable music community that fought for its freedom, created and hosted by Jonathan Zwickel. The TDO made it impossible for …

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Ep. 39: Kevin Smokler - Brat Pack America 50:54

18d ago50:54

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Page One, produced and hosted by author Holly Lynn Payne, celebrates the craft that goes into writing the first sentence, first paragraph and first page of your favorite books. The first page is often the most rewritten page of any book because it has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. We interview master storytellers on the struggles a…

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$1.8MM in Plumbing Sales: Field Advisor James Chenault Shares How He Sells Plumbing, Drain, & Sewer Work 52:25

15d ago52:25

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James Chenault is a (plumbing) field advisor for Griffin Plumbing in Santa Maria, CA. James sold (and did some installation) of more than $1.8MM in residential plumbing, drain, and sewer work. How does he do it? James genuinely cares for his clients. It comes across in this interview. He doesn’t see them as dollar signs; he sees them as friends who…

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#181 PRIVATE JETS, THE JFK MUSEUM & BEING A HOMEBODY WITH KENZIE ELIZABETH 1:16:16

17d ago1:16:16

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by host of the Houseguest With Kenzie Elizabeth podcast to discuss everything from being a homebody, living in Dallas during the summer & what it takes to create a welcoming home. We also talk about private jets, ex US presidents & play a dinner card game from Kenzie’s lifestyle brand, “Friend Of Mine!” Follo…

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The Ghost in the IKEA Store by Ken Foxe 21:29

18d ago21:29

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Why would a ghost haunt a sterile, modern IKEA store? And how do you send them on their way? Ken Foxe is a writer and transparency activist in Ireland. He is the author of two non-fiction books based on his journalism and likes to write short stories of horror, SF, and speculative fiction. Previous Stories: www.kenfoxe.com/short-stories/ Twitter: w…

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Episode 132: Kimyatta Ratliff - ColorBold Business Association 1:36:41

22d ago1:36:41

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Get to know Kimyatta Ratliff as we discuss: ColorBold Business Association, Transitioning To Your Next Phase, White Parents w/ Black Children & Hair, Peop0le Not Working, Monk, OshPOP, Toilet Covers, Next Level Ministries, Macc's BBQ & More, EAA Aviation Center, Blues Live in the Bay, Connect for Hair Classes, and other exciting topics.Links:⁠Unive…

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The Darkness Beyond the Farm Back Gate by Tim Law 11:15

26d ago11:15

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On a family farm in Australia, the back gate on a farm opens to a mysterious world. It’s all fun and games until… Tim lives with his family in Southern Australia in a little town called Murray Bridge. He is pretty sure that the Library where he works is haunted, although it is quite new so he is still trying to figure out why. Tim is starting to di…

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The DC Talk Test (ft. Jason Kirk and Kevin T. Porter) 40:04

28d ago40:04

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What happened to the kids raised during the peak era of Christian rock? For insight into the state of Christian rock's late 1990s-early aughts evangelicalism you need not look any further than members of DC Talk, the pinnacle of youth group music. Their trajectory as artists and public figures roughly maps on to the trajectories of the millions of …

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How to Run Branch Locations: Vredevoogd’s Management Team Shares How It Scaled from $20MM to $40MM in 3 Years, Featuring Scott Van Druen, Andy Martinus, Derek Trier, & Tim Floate 1:04:34

29d ago1:04:34

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Vredevoogd Plumbing, Heating, & A/C doubled from $20MM to $40+MM highly profitably in just three years. The company has multiple branches across central and western Michigan. This this interview, we interviewed Operations Manager Scott Van Druen & Branch Managers Andy Martinus, Derek Trier, & Tim Floate. The four gentlemen detail the “Vredevoogd Mo…

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Flesh & Blood by Manaly Talukdar 16:32

1M ago16:32

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A story that explores the conflict between light and dark, good and evil, and the uncertainty sometimes of which is which. Manaly Talukdar was chosen as a finalist for her short fiction "Where is Grandpa?" in "The League of POETS" Weekly Contest (Week 1). She has been featured in Wilderness House Literary Review, Across The Margin, BlazeVOX Journa…

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31 - Nick Simmons: Octu Ventures + Urbit, Building the Pillars of a Digital Civilization 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

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Nick Simmons is Cofounder and member of Octu Ventures, a member-driven venture DAO investing in teams building on Urbit. Urbit comprises a decentralized network of personal servers, a unique digital ID system, and a decentralized peer-to-peer networking protocol. Altogether, these constitute load-bearing pillars of a truly digital civilization. We …

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Episode 131: Brandon Hennes - City of Omro Administrator / Treasurer 2:11:24

1M ago2:11:24

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Get to know Brandon Hennes as we discuss: Having A Career In Public Service, Working With A Great Team,Secondhand Rose Thrift & Consignment Store, Jakes Pizza in Omro, Oshkosh Area Community Band, Nashville Pet Products, Hiking In The Grand Canyon, Getting Stood Up, Xie Bacon Sandwiches, Old Fashions, Dauntless Soul Brew in Omro, UWO SBDC, City of …

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#180 WEDDINGS, STARTING A BOOK CLUB & SUMMER HOUSE REUNION WITH BROOKE SHELBY 51:26

1M ago51:26

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by pop culture commentator Brooke Shelby to discuss everything from J.LO & Ben Affleck’s relationship, our inability to read & our thoughts on having a wedding. Then, we dive into all things Bravo & recap part one of the Summer House reunion. Follow Brooke @lejaspiner Follow Alexis @alexiswaters_ Shop Hoop Na…

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$4.5MM in HVAC Sales: 3X Sales Crown Champion Anthony Romelli Shares His Service & Sales Process as a Technician 57:05

1M ago57:05

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Anthony Romelli is a field supervisor for Ongaro & Sons in Santa Rosa, CA. As a field supervisor, he sells replacement HVAC replacement systems. And Anthony does that extraordinarily well. Since starting in sales in 2020, he’s been named a CertainPath Sales Crown Champion—that’s 3 years in a row. In 2023, he sold an incredible $4.5 million, an impr…

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#179 BREAKING DOWN BRAVO’S “THE VALLEY” SEASON FINALE WITH JASMINE GOODE 46:06

1M ago46:06

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by former Bachelor contestant Jasmine Goode, who is currently a cast member on Bravo’s new hit reality TV show, The Valley. She joined me to discuss what it was like to film for Bravo & how it was different from filming the Bachelor. We broke down everything that happened in last night’s episode of “The Valle…

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#57. Drew Maxwell Weiss Talks About His Giallo Inspired Arrow Short ANATOMY MAESTRO 24:56

1M ago24:56

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Arrow Shorts is a showcase for great short-form film-making. From the scary to the bizarre, Arrow highlights the amazing work being created by filmmakers in a shorter-length medium. Film-maker Drew Maxwell Weiss joins this episode of the podcast to talk about his Giallo inspired short Anatomy Maestro. With nods to the bloody thrillers of the late ‘…

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Empty Night by Rick McQuiston 17:43

1M ago17:43

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Three people are trapped in a house surrounded by ghosts. They know intuitively that the ghosts are to be avoided, but why? And what happens if the ghosts get inside? Rick McQuiston is a horror fanatic who has been writing for over 25 years. He's had over 400 publications so far and is currently under contract with Raven Tale Publications for sever…

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Purity Bros (ft. Joshua Harris) 38:12

2M ago38:12

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Purity culture wasn’t just for youth group “purity girls.” “Purity bros” were also a part of the project! No one knows that more than Joshua Harris, a CCM fan who helped turn purity culture into an extreme sport. Together with his friend, Christian music superstar Rebecca St. James, they created media that inspired a generation of evangelicals to s…

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#56. Alex Baro-Cayetano On His Small & Perfectly Formed Arrow Short KEITH 22:34

1M ago22:34

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Arrow Shorts is a showcase for great short-form film-making. From the scary to the bizarre, Arrow highlights the amazing work being created by filmmakers in a shorter-length medium. Film-maker Alex Baro-Cayetano joins this episode of the podcast to talk about his small, but perfectly formed short, Keith. In the film, a little girl meets someone cal…

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#178 GETTING ROBBED, STAND UP COMEDY & MONTEZUMA'S REVENGE WITH PAYTON PAYNE 51:02

2M ago51:02

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by Dallas comedian Payton Payne to chat about all things stand up comedy, dating in Dallas & the correct way to bathe yourself. I also share some of my ADHD thoughts of the week & tell the story how my car got broken into on Memorial Day. Payton shares her thoughts on her favorite reality television, what she…

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Ep. 38: Daniel Handler (Lemony Snicket) Poison for Breakfast 57:35

1M ago57:35

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Page One, produced and hosted by author Holly Lynn Payne, celebrates the craft that goes into writing the first sentence, first paragraph and first page of your favorite books. The first page is often the most rewritten page of any book because it has to work so hard to do so much—hook the reader. We interview master storytellers on the struggles a…

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Ep. 265: Grandma's Cooking and Other Poems by Holly Payne-Strange 8:30

2M ago8:30

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Payne-Strange molds a family recipe, travel to Venice, a beloved doll and a love affair into disgusting and horrifying incidents that leave you fearful and content, happy to have gone on the journey. Holly Payne-Strange is a novelist, poet and podcast creator. Her writing has been lauded by USA Today, LA weekly and The New York Times. Additionally,…

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#55. Kristanna Loken & James Cullen Bressack On Making DARKNESS OF MAN With Jean Claude Van Damme 34:21

2M ago34:21

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Darkness Of Man is a new action noir starring Jean Claude Van Damme as a former Interpol agent haunted by the actions of his past. Visually striking, Darkness Of Man sees Van Damme give a nuanced turn - and it’s once again an indicator that the action icon can deliver good performances alongside bullets and flying kicks. James Cullen Bressack, the …

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$1.4MM in Residential Electrical Sales – Louis Herbert Shares Step-by-Step How He Turned a Buzzing Breaker into a $45,000 Job 48:44

2M ago48:44

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Louis Herbert is a selling electrician for Kanon Electric in Milton, WA. Last year, Louis sold a sensational $1.4 million—all residential service work. He managed to post such impressive numbers after only his second full year selling residential work. Louis had spent most of his career in new construction, after a short stint in law enforcement. I…

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Episode 130: Jason Schulist - Fox Valley Data Exchange 1:50:42

2M ago1:50:42

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Get to know Jason Schulist as we discuss: Fox Valley Data Exchange, Remixing Music, Generative Local Community Institute, Being Value Oriented, Traveling Internationally, Monthlies Project, Balitreri's Bluemond Inn, U2 and Camp Randall, Boardlandia, Salsa Dancing, Losing A Job To Ken Griffey Jr., Circle Of Trust, and other exciting topics.Links: ht…

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#177 MANIFESTATION, BEING FRIENDS WITH KEVIN HART, & ROB KARDASHIAN'S SOCKS WITH CLAUDIA CHIAVAROLI 50:24

2M ago50:24

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This week on Girl’s Night, I was joined by the hilarious social media star Claudia Chiavaroli to chat about all things social media, manifestation & mental health. We also discuss her reaction to Kevin Hart giving her a personal shoutout on Instagram & how being called funny by him was a dream come true. We share our thoughts on Rob Kardashian, los…

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The Magicians Assistant by Michael Fowler 19:55

2M ago19:55

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A down-on-his luck magician finds an assistant with skills and tricks he could only aspire to have. But, just what kind of magician is she? Michael Fowler is a humor and science fiction writer living in Ohio. You can read "The Magician's Assistant" at https://www.kaidankaistories.com. Website: kaidankaistories.com Follow us on: Twitter/X Instagram …

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Purity Girls (ft. Nikki Leonti) 39:04

2M ago39:04

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In 2001, teen singing sensation Nikki Leonti was on her way to a promising Christian music career. She had two hit CCM records, and - as a pop princess who swore to refrain from premarital sex - the support of big evangelical media organizations like James Dobson’s Focus on the Family. But then, at age 18, the “purity girl” Leonti announced she was…

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30 - Alexander Pacheco: Building a Network of 150 56:36

2M ago56:36

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Alexander Pacheco is the founder of social media platform, 150. Based on Dunbar’s Limit, 150’s innovative social network leverages insights from network science to create a small-town feel that elides many of the downsides that come with incumbent social media giants. Alexander walks us through using anthropology and human nature to shape the netwo…

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#54. Ryan Irving On His Slasher Pastiche Arrow Short BARK 23:32

2M ago23:32

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Arrow Shorts is a showcase for great short-form film-making. From the scary to the bizarre, Arrow highlights the amazing work being created by film-makers in a shorter-length medium. Film-maker Ryan Iriving joins this episode of the podcast to talk about Bark, a witty, original and well-composed slasher pastiche which crams a lot into its short run…

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