Best Liana Tan Podcasts (2024)

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From Sucktown to Awesomeville: Becoming A Better Business Owner 35:56

6d ago35:56

35:56

You have that great business idea, right? You really probably do. It's unique, you can picture it, things start falling into place in your head, but then if you actually get to the moment where you start taking initiative, maybe you stop. There's an obstacle, there always is. Finishing what you start is maybe one of the biggest challenges that face…

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Behind the Scenes of Napolean Dynamite's Jock Bully, Don Moser 38:55

2h ago38:55

38:55

Gosh! It's been 20 years since the release of the cult classic, Napolean Dynamite, filmed not too far away in Preston, Idaho! Trevor Snarr, who played Napolean's high school bully, Don, joins us for an exclusive behind the scenes of how he landed the part having never acted before and what it was like to see the movie soar to popularity!…

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The Art of Persistence: Moving To Your Next Best Thing A.S.A.P. 34:20

25d ago34:20

34:20

We all want the next best thing but sometimes it feels so out of reach. We try and fail and seem to run into wall after wall. Damarr Jones is an actor, nuclear engineer, and motivational speaker and he gives us his recipe for not giving up. Using the acronym, A.S.A.P., Damarr shares how he went from the depths of poverty to creating a life he loves…

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Primary Profits: Airbnb Entrepreneur 101 Tips 31:30

1M ago31:30

31:30

Have you ever been curious about Airbnbing something for a little extra cash? Justin Cannon is an entrepreneur who started using his house for short term rentals and earned more than $51k in just 5 months! He tells us a bit about the dos and don'ts of turning your property into cash and how to get a hold of his new book, "Primary Profits."…

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Legacy Cooking: How to Pickle Just About Anything 34:06

25d ago34:06

34:06

I'm a lover of pickles and they remind me of old summer memories sitting by a lake or watching movies. But did you know you can pickle more than just cucumbers? Kimberlee Richards is the foodie behind "Pickles and Pie Oh My" and says you can pickle anything from eggs to pies! Enjoy the heat of the season with a southern summer side dish and learn h…

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Spools and Service: Tailoring, Costume Creating, and Quilting Tips 32:14

1M ago32:14

32:14

With "Granny Chic" and "Cottage Core" trending, old fashion skills like handmade quilts, sewing, embroidery are all coming back into popularity. Steve Schmid has been a costume creator for decades as well as a freelance tailor and educator. He is now using his skills to build the community and volunteer, creating quilts for those in need. Learn abo…

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The Golden Touch: Healing Through Veteran Therapy Dogs 33:13

1M ago33:13

33:13

Todd and Traci Allen give HUGS to veterans- High Uinta Golden Retrievers, that is. Todd served in the military for many years and when he came back to normal citizen life, he found a Golden Retriever who helped him integrate. Now Todd wants to pass the comfort, companionship, and healing of Golden Retrievers to other veterans and those suffering fr…

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Behind the Scenes of Sounds Summer Musical: The King and I 35:21

2M ago35:21

35:21

This year's Sounds Summer Musical is the beloved Rogers and Hammerstein tale of a teacher from Europe who is requested by the King of Siam to come teach western culture to his palace. A story of overcoming cultural tensions, finding common ground, and tragic love will always entertain. Join me as I talk behind the scenes details with the cast, exec…

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Dad Talk: Finding Meaningful Connection With Each Child 36:00

2M ago36:00

36:00

Thomas Scott is an entrepreneur, owner of several businesses, and father of eight children. How does he find time for it all, find balance, and most of all, give individual attention to each member of his family? This Father's Day, Thomas gives some wisdom from his experience parenting thus far, sharing the good, the bad, and even a system he has t…

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Summer Sanity: Educational and Connecting Family Activities for Summer Break 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

Having the kids home for summer break is a blessing, but without the structure of school, sometimes it's nice to have a little extra hand at creating order at home. That's what Rylea Farrens has done for us. She is a mom with a background in child development and has created a summer program to help keep your kids engaged, entertained, learning, an…

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Making Kindness Cool: Bikers Against Bullies 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

When school is out we think the problems associated with it are gone, but that's not always the case, especially with bullying. Unfortunately, bullying can be a year 'round problem. So how can we put a stop to it? Jason White is the Liason for the Idaho Falls Chapter of "Bikers Against Bullies," a cool group of motorcyclists who spend their time te…

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Birth Heroes: How A Doula Can Help You With Your Journey Into Motherhood 33:25

3M ago33:25

33:25

Motherhood is such a monumental milestone and is filled with new beginnings, exciting moments, and also a lot of fear of the unknown. This Mother's Day we're having Certified Birth Doula, Elan Eddington with Doulas of Eastern Idaho, share how a doula can support you through your journey and alleviate some of your fears. Hear how new and young mothe…

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Honoring Our Freedom Fighters: Resources for Veterans 27:33

4M ago27:33

27:33

This Memorial Day weekend we want to honor all of our heroes who sacrifice for our country. Join me as I chat with Christa Trinchera, the founder and chief chaplain of Chaplains of Idaho. Not only do they serve our community first responders, but she also is the only advocate from Eastern Idaho who serves and gives veteran support. She details how …

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What Tacos Can Teach You About Rebranding 37:13

4M ago37:13

37:13

We've all been to a street market, festival, or strip mall where there are businesses lined up back to back and there always seems to be one doing better than the rest... but how? Scott Porter, Founder of the brand experience consultancy business, Vitamin T, explains how to build your brand, loyalty, and customer base through the lens of tacos. Tha…

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May the 4th Be With You: Spreading Smiles for Charity with Star Wars Costuming 35:51

4M ago35:51

35:51

It's amazing how you can take any talent or passion you have and use it to benefit the community. That's exactly what Erin Atwood and her 501st legion are doing with the Timberline Garrison, a local chapter of an international Star Wars costume club. She tells how they build professional Star Wars villain costumes to look like they walked right out…

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Recollecting Childhood: Treasure Hunting Tips for Toy Collectors 30:12

5M ago30:12

30:12

Have you ever seen an old toy that immediately takes you back to childhood? That is what inspires and motivates professional toy collectors like Brandon Kimball who joins us to give us advice on how to find, collect, and bargain vintage toys. He even shares some tips on reselling and how to find the balance between collecting and hoarding. Stay tun…

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Through A Child's Eyes: A True Story of Child Abuse and Domestic Violence 30:48

5M ago30:48

30:48

April is Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Reyna Herrerra is a victim of domestic violence and child abuse and bravely volunteered to tell her and her mothers' story. Some details may be difficult to hear, but 17-year-old Reyna wants to get her story out to let people know the realities of the issues facing our communities …

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Tik Tok Tips: Behind the Scenes with Coree Ray to Build Your Social Media Influence 33:46

5M ago33:46

33:46

Tik Tokker Coree Ray gives us an inside look at her family's Tik Tok page, how they went from casually dancing, to having hundreds of thousands of followers and turning their passion into profit. Not only do we get an exclusive look at her personality, but Coree also graces us with insider tips on how to grow our own followings and turn social medi…

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Rooted In Love: An Easter Story of Renewal And Hope 35:19

5M ago35:19

35:19

In honor of Easter weekend, I invited Melanie Ellis, founder of Rooted in Love Ministries and author of the "I Am Loved" Devotional to join me to share her journey to light. She shares the burdens of her past and how she found hope and healing, she gives some practical tips of how others can do the same while also sharing a real and raw message of …

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Helping the Homeless: An Inside Look at the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission 29:52

6M ago29:52

29:52

As we talk about redemption and renewal this spring and Easter season, take a listen to a few inspirational stories from Executive Director and Director of Development of the Idaho Falls Rescue Mission, Tyler Perkins and Chris Aspinall, and hear how you can receive resources and services or volunteer along side them!…

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Creating Luck: Finding Opportunities to Hone Skills & Make Dreams A Reality 35:25

6M ago35:25

35:25

What are those little things in life you've always thought would be fun to do but brushed under the rug? You thought it would be fun to sing that Broadway song but would never be cast? You thought it would be cool to write something and see it performed but are in the throes of parenting? You thought it would be fun to do a tap dance but can't find…

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Filmmaking in the Wild West: A Behind the Scenes with Director & Producer of "The Stolen Valley" 33:01

6M ago33:01

33:01

Join me as I get a behind the scenes chat with filmmaker Jesse Edwards. He shares the scoop of what went into writing, directing, and producing his first western film shot in southern Utah as well as the message he wants to convey about giving indigenous peoples a voice. Listen as he describes what he feels are three of the most important elements …

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Kova Strength: Womens Exercise and Fitness Tips 34:46

7M ago34:46

34:46

Most of us have a fitness aspect of our overall transformation goals of who we want to become, but have you experienced any roadblocks along the way? Maybe you have wanted to get more fit or stronger but you don't know where to start or what to do at the gym or what to eat. There are overall principles that guide everyone, but there are a few princ…

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Finding Strength: Facing and Coping with a Terminal Diagnosis 34:36

7M ago34:36

34:36

To many, there are few things scarier than hearing you don't have much time to live. What do you do when death knocks on the door? What do you do when you hear death is knocking on your child's door? Alec shares a little insight to the nightmare he's living as a teen diagnosed with terminal cancer. He and his father, Scott, share things they do to …

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Love Yourself: The Steps to Becoming Body Positivie 29:59

7M ago29:59

29:59

Love is in the air and as we focus on relationships this week, one of the most important relationships to work on is our relationship with ourself. 'Body Positivity" seems like just a buzz phrase to some- daunting and a little superficial. How do we become "body positive" in a world that constantly tries to put our value on our appearance? Register…

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Crafting A Life You Love: Using Your Individual Strengths for Success 31:20

8M ago31:20

31:20

I had to bring Life Coach, Christine Minh-Minh Garner back on the show to share how she has turned her life around to find hope and meaning and live with purpose and fulfillment. Ask yourself "what would I do with my life if time and money weren't an issue?" She tells us how Gallup Strengths Finder can help you do just that! Whether you're an indiv…

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Bridging Hearts Through Grief: Behind the Scenes with Miss Idaho's Teen 2023 34:44

8M ago34:44

34:44

Ellie Harris is a lovely 17 year old girl who was recently crowned Miss Idaho's Teen. She gives us a backstage look at what the competition and scholarship program was like, the lessons she learned along the way, advice she has for other teens, and the scoop behind her platform "Bridging Hearts," finding ways to help others overcome the first steps…

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Your Side Hustle Turned Pro: Basics of Entrepreneurship 35:53

8M ago35:53

35:53

We all have that thing we love to do, but for many of us we think "It won't earn us money." So we end up doing it on the side in our 'free' time. But what if you can make money and always be doing what you love? That's the idea behind entrepreneurship. Thomas Scott, founder of multiple businesses inclcuding BRUSA Distributing, Misshion Shoe, and Ka…

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5 Lessons on Time Management: A Reflection on 2023 35:17

8M ago35:17

35:17

Can you believe 2023 is over? For me, this has been one of the most, if not the most, transformative year of my life. This was the first year of being a mother and I was thrown into situation where I really learned the beauty, power, and value of time. Listen as I share those with you and my goal for the new year; how releasing fear in the past has…

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'Tis the Season: A Compilation of Listener Christmas Traditions & Memories 31:26

9M ago31:26

31:26

Merry Christmas! I want to celebrate with you by first sharing a sweet Christmas story that explains the religious meaning behind each of our traditional Christmas symbols and decor. Then join me as I read and listen to listener- submitted favorite Christmas memories and traditions. Happy Holidays to you and yours!…

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Christmas on a Budget: Hacks to Gift-Giving for FREE 42:39

9M ago42:39

42:39

The holidays are time for peace and joy, not stress and chaos! Take the financial burden out of the holidays with these hacks. I go over ways to get FREE stocking stuffers for teens and kids, inexpensive yet practical gifts for coworkers, wrapping paper alternatives, and ideas for free family activities to spend time and make memories this holiday …

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Lessons on Hope: Escaping A Cult And Cultivating A New Future 41:10

9M ago41:10

41:10

Can you imagine truly living a life without hope? Thinking the only thing in your future was to die? Can you imagine how it would affect your view of goal-setting, ambition, and daily motivation? Christine Minh-minh Garner tells her story of escaping from a cult that she grew up in in South East Idaho and how her view of the future changed when she…

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The True Meaning of Christmas: Toys for Tots 26:25

9M ago26:25

26:25

We deep dived with Pam Gorman from Toys for Tots in Eastern Idaho to find out not only what the charity is all about and how you can get involved, but how it's helped others discover the true meaning of Christmas despite it seeming to be 'all about the toys.' Listen to some heartwarming insights and stories about giving and receiving this holiday s…

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Fighting Hunger: The Spirit of Thanksgiving 33:09

10M ago33:09

33:09

As we reflect on our blessings, giving back, and feasting with our families this week, let's take a moment to recognize those who might not have anything to put on their table this year. Danielle Jensen, the Executive Assistant at the Community Basket of Idaho Falls, tells stories of people who have been helped from the food bank to turn their live…

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A Basic Checklist for Winterizing Your Home and Lifestyle 28:46

10M ago28:46

28:46

With the weather getting cold quickly, you might want to gear up for the bitter months ahead while you still can! Now there is still time to take action, but you might not know how. Sam Ellsworth is a personal assistant who helps people of all ages with easier living. He joins us to share a basic checklist to get your home, your garden, and yoursel…

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Full Unabridged Version: PTSD Solutions for Veterans Through High Adventure 40:36

10M ago40:36

40:36

In honor of Veteran's Day listen to Veteran, Russell Davies, as he walks us through some of the difficult parts of his war journey and the reintegration back home. He shares how he channeled the stimulations from war into high adventure to help with PTSD symptoms and how he now help Veterans of all ages do the same.…

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To Walk In His Moccasins: Author Highlight 31:24

10M ago31:24

31:24

In honor of Native American Heritage Month and National Novel Writing Month, Author Sharon Lewis Koho shares the inspiration behind her two book series, "The Painting on the Pond" and "To Walk in His Moccasins." She shares how the Native American culture inspired her stories and in interlaced through her works as well as a few tips for other buddin…

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Taking Your Costume To The Next Level: Special Effects Makeup 35:02

11M ago35:02

35:02

You can have an epic costume this year without even having to dress up! You can create masterpieces with just face makeup and Hannah Nielson gives specific tips on how to create creepy and pretty looks. She covers things like DIY prosthetics 3D wounds, and glamour contouring. No need to spend a bunch of money! She gives budget friendly options you …

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The Art of Gathering: How and Where to Create New Friends and Communities in Eastern Idaho 29:38

11M ago29:38

29:38

This season is a time we reflect on gathering and relationships. You might love the idea of gathering but feel like you don't have anyone to gather with. You're not alone! We all need to bulk up our inner circles and create our own communities. Ana Rogers, Founder of "It Takes A Village," tells us how her organization helps women meet other women i…

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Breast Cancer Awareness: Shannon Wilker Foundation 35:26

11M ago35:26

35:26

Take a journey with Shane Wilker, the founder of The Shannon Wilker Foundation, as he takes us back to the day he found out his former wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness and the final moments he had with her. He shares not only the pain of loss, but the life lessons he learned along the way and the joy of moving forward. Also listen to how …

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Through the Lens of Horror: Spooky Filmmaking Tips 35:50

12M ago35:50

35:50

Ever had the urge to make a little spooky film? Kody Newton from Newton to Newton Productions gives a few insights on how to get started and then get your films shown on the big screen. He also shares about his upcoming horror adventure feature, "2:59."

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Ready or Not: Emergency Preparedness Tips and Skills 39:16

12M ago39:16

39:16

You never know when an emergency situation will occur, so it is good to prepare for various situations before life becomes chaotic. September is a great time to reflect on your emergency preparedness because it's Emergency Preparedness Month! Join Rusty Kappel, owner of the Preparedness Store, as he gives us some specifics about how to prepare for …

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Aging in Reverse: Creating Your Normal Amidst the Abnormal 35:21

12M ago35:21

35:21

Can you imagine watching your child grow and develop into a healthy and typical toddler , the joy of seeing each milestone and then one day getting the news that over thee next few years they’d lose all of those beautiful milestones, be back in diapers, lose their ability to talk, walk, and face a terminal illness? That is what one mother is facing…

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Ready, Set, Read: Ways to Increase Literacy in the Home 28:50

12M ago28:50

28:50

We are getting back to school and education is on the mind, but it can be daunting as a parent to know how to get your kids back in the school-mode. Literacy is a huge part of kids' learning journey and you might be wondering how you help your kid along the way, how do they catch the vision (especially if you're not much of a reader yourself)? Broo…

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Learning How to Create and Manage Friendships 31:15

12M ago31:15

31:15

Justin Dabell is the founder of Center Stage Theater in Idaho Falls, he shares the passion behind opening a theater as well as what he's learned about creating and cultivating friendships along the way.

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Protecting Our Kids From Today's Evils: The Realities of Human Trafficking 39:21

12M ago39:21

39:21

The new movie "Sound of Freedom" recently debuted so this topic of human trafficking has been brought to light. Matt Smith is the Executive Director of "Silent Shield," an organization that helps rescue victims of trafficking and rehabilitate them. I had a deep-dive with him about some of the horrors and realities of this evil in our day. He also s…

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Foreverly Charity: Recognizing Signs of Autism in Children 38:30

1y ago38:30

38:30

Macee Denning is the founder of the new non-profit called "Foreverly Charities" which is dedicated to helping individuals and families with special needs. She tells us characteristics and signs to look for in infants and toddlers to check for intellectual special needs and also ways we can be more inclusive of special needs individuals in general. …

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4 Laws of Financial Prosperity 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

We all sometimes need to go back to the basics of finances and that's what Laura Smith is helping us to do! Grab your high schooler because they will really benefit from this one. Laura, VP of Community Development at Idaho Central Credit Union, is sharing simple principles to gain control of your finances as well as a new program that is helping h…

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A Sport for All Ages 34:36

1y ago34:36

34:36

Summer Elrod joins me to discuss the benefits of pickleball for individuals, families and communities! She also shares how the skills learned in pickleball have transformed her family and can be carried into other applications like the workforce. Stay tuned til the end to find out how you can get involved in Eastern Idaho and sign up for the next t…

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Benefits of Stage Performance: How to Magnify Any Role in Life 29:34

1y ago29:34

29:34

Have you ever been on stage for a theater production? That might sound intimidating but in this episode we dive into the benefits of acting, the therapeutic benefits of expression, and how to take on any role you are handed and do it with a smile. At some point in all of our lives we will be handed a 'role' we are disappointed in or we don't think …

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