Best Photography Amp Friends Podcasts (2024)

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And that's a (Season 1) Wrap! See you after a short break! 8:56

13h ago8:56

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Send us a Text Message. Dan & Carrie wrap up Season 1 before taking a short summer break! Have interview suggestions for Season 2? We'd love to hear from you! Please review our show (5-stars, please!) and Subscribe so you never miss an episode! WATCH on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GsESKXSIw7A #podcast #news #newsanchors #podcastclips #interview…

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98: 3 Different Types Of Wedding Vows - Which One Is Right For You? 30:09

5h ago30:09

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Are you quirky, funny, adventurous, nervous about public speaking, cheeky or shy? Because, just like when you’re hungry, you might be craving a multi-course feast, a toasted sandwich or just a cookie, your wedding vows can be as elaborate or straightforward, as romantic and soppy or practical, as you like as long as they suit your taste. So while m…

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97: 7 Reasons To Stop Expecting Bridesmaids To Wear The Same Dress 17:08

3h ago17:08

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If I have to read or hear about yet another entitled bride bitching and moaning about how her bridesmaids don’t like the style of dress she’s chosen for them, or the colour, how much skin it shows, or they haven’t ordered them when she told them to, I’m going to scream. While I’ll always be an advocate for you to have whatever the hell you want for…

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96: Boudoir Photography & Being Comfortable In Your Own Skin with You. by Lifesketch 43:56

11d ago43:56

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Want to feel empowered, sexy, and celebrate your upcoming wedding in style? One of the most personal, unexpected, intimate, exciting and never to be repeated gifts you can possibly give your future husband, wife, spouse or partner in marriage (and YOU) is a boudoir photography session. Boudoir photography has shifted and evolved a lot in the last f…

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The Used Book Club: Summer Reads and More! 36:29

22d ago36:29

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Send us a Text Message. Just in time for a short Summer Break, Old News introduces a new segment...The Used Book Club. Carrie's brother-in-law, Jeff Rood, joins the podcast and explains how his wife's book club has led to many great, and some not-so-great reads for him. Jeff, Carrie and Dan talk about some of the books they've read and ask you to j…

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95: The Exhausted Couple’s Guide to Beating Wedding Planning Burnout 30:33

12d ago30:33

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If you’re feeling drained, like no matter how much sleep you get, you're still exhausted. Like the excitement from your engagement seems to have disappeared, leaving you feeling disillusioned or just wanting for it all to be over. Maybe you’re noticing more tension in your relationships. Little wedding issues are turning into big arguments with you…

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Sarah Carlson: From Epileptic Seizures Live on TV...to Helping others with Epilepsy 52:05

22d ago52:05

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Send us a Text Message. A video clip of Sarah Carlson anchoring the news while having an epileptic seizure went viral in the early 2000s. It was just the start of her long, difficult journey with epilepsy. Now a new medication has changed everything. In this episode of OLD NEWS with Dan & Carrie, Sarah shares her incredible story...from hitting roc…

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94: One Click (No App) To Collect Your Wedding Guest's Photos And Videos with Never Miss Moments 32:50

19d ago32:50

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What are your wedding memories worth to you? One of the most frequently asked questions that I hear is, how can I easily and securely collect and save the photos that my guests take in the leadup and on my wedding day? Some people use Facebook groups, but then others won’t go near Facebook, others will use Dropbox, but then realise too late that th…

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Children's Book Author Erin Berge Takes to the Podcast 48:57

1M ago48:57

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Send us a Text Message. Editor & Digital strategist by day for the Discover Magazine website, Erin Berge used free time to take her idea for a children's book to print. A few years later, Olive Takes to the Sea was launched. In this episode, Erin tells Dan & Carrie how her journalism and marketing background helped her make it happen...along with s…

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93: How Your Strengths Determine Whether You Need A Planner, Stylist or Coordinator 29:52

1M ago29:52

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There are 3 big roles in your wedding which, should you have some strength or previous experience, you may choose to do all by yourself. And they are wedding planner, wedding stylist and wedding coordinator. But for those without the personality type, skills, connections, time and energy, taking on these responsibilities can seriously affect how yo…

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Kim Dawson-Brooks: Storytelling through TV News, PR & Marketing, Photography, Perfume, & Wine! 55:34

1M ago55:34

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Send us a Text Message. There's a common thread running through the reporters we've interviewed on OLD NEWS with Dan & Carrie...an intense love for storytelling. Kim Dawson-Brooks takes storytelling to the next level, whether it's reporting the news, sharing how Milwaukee inmates are turning their lives around, taking pictures that speak a thousand…

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92: Is Changing Your Name After Marriage What You Really Want? 28:53

1M ago28:53

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While in the past, a woman changing her last name to adopt her husband’s surname after getting married was expected in many countries and cultures, it’s not the case any more. Many of the couples I marry want to know how to make a decision on whether or not to change their last name or names and what it means for their career, family life, their pa…

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Margo Losey Mikkelson: From behind the scenes in TV News to in the scenes on stage. 57:21

1M ago57:21

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Send us a Text Message. It was a couple years of living in Australia that sent this Kansas based stage performer on a detour through the TV News business. But, it didn't take long for Margo Losey Mikkelson to find her way back to music and the theatre. In this episode, she tells us about her journey and we welcome a "pop-in" visit from one of her O…

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91: No Awkward Garter Toss, Wedding Cake Cutting or Line Dancing with JD Silverthorne 52:06

1M ago52:06

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Have you ever wondered what other newlyweds are doing about the bouquet and garter toss these days? Wedding DJ, JD Silverthorne simply says NO. In fact, backed by the overwhelming majority of requests from his couples post-COVID, JD also has some pretty strong opinions about country music, line dances and cake cutting too. He shares his 12 years of…

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Kathleen (Katy) Culver: Head of the UW-Madison Journalism School on Social Media, Drones, AI, and MORE! 48:07

2M ago48:07

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Send us a Text Message. Today's episode of OLD NEWS with Dan & Carrie is for anyone who consumes news, works in news, or has heard of news! We're getting higher level education from the head of the Journalism School at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Kathleen (Katy) Culver! Get practical tips for broader news consumption, learn how the UW-Madi…

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90: 6 Key Wedding Hire Tips To Save You From Stress with Honoured Hire 30:53

2M ago30:53

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Whether you envision a cocktail lounge area, a champagne tower, or beautiful linens for your wedding, you can hire or rent the look and feel of your dreams. But as easy as it sounds, it's quite a specific process which can sometimes be hard to understand as a customer; the engaged couple hiring these items. Why do they have certain time windows whe…

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Paul Pitas: Anchoring News and Culver's Communications 51:58

2M ago51:58

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Send us a Text Message. A young Paul Pitas thought he was going to be an Aeronautical Engineer. A few Physics and Chemistry classes later he realized Business and Marketing degrees were a better route for him. First, though. he landed in TV news, starting his career as a reporter and finishing up as an Anchor and News Director at WKOW-TV in Madison…

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89: 7 Reasons Why Winter Weddings Are Better 20:37

2M ago20:37

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While social media and your Pinterest board are chock full of sunny Summer day wedding photos, what a lot of people are missing are the massive, HUGE advantages of being a little flexible with the time of year you have your wedding. If you have the option, if you’re still tossing up which end of the year to have your wedding, then I’d love you to l…

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Ken Syke: TV Sportscaster, Play-by-play Announcer, and Using those Skills in other Fields! 52:53

2M ago52:53

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Send us a Text Message. If you watched sports in Wisconsin (and several other states!) "back in the day," you'll probably recognize this man's voice. In this podcast episode of OLD NEWS with Dan & Carrie, Ken Syke takes us into the world of broadcasting in the 1970s and 80s. Learn what drew him to play-by-play announcing, and how those skills set h…

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88: Pt2 - How To Ask For Cash & Disinvite Someone From Your Wedding with Jamila Musayeva 24:04

3M ago24:04

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Jamila Musayeva is a certified etiquette teacher, a 3x author on etiquette, and a YouTube creator with nearly 1 Million subscribers, whose main focus is modern international etiquette. Jamila’s approach intertwines personal development, female empowerment, and cultural appreciation, and strikes a delicate balance between progressive living and pres…

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Jill Genter and Steve Donovan: A Couple of TV Creatives 58:58

3M ago58:58

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Send us a Text Message. Local TV has been a launchpad for many careers, including a couple of our favorite creatives: Jill Genter and Steve Donovan. In Jill's case it was also a tumbling pad and a great landing place for a decades-long career in Marketing and Creative Services. For Steve, working with Jill at WKOW-TV was the perfect place to build …

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87: Pt1 - Why Modern Wedding Etiquette Matters & Social Dilemmas with Jamila Musayeva 35:39

3M ago35:39

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Have you ever felt like your wedding planning is a test that you didn’t study for? OR That there are rules and expectations about weddings that you had no idea about until you got engaged? If so, you are not alone. The unspoken etiquette of weddings trips up a lot of unsuspecting couples and trust me when I say that more than a couple of disagreeme…

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Samara Sodos: Emmy Award Winning Reporter, Teaching at the College Level, UW-Madison Humorology, and Bon Jovi! 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Send us a Text Message. (Previously recorded April 17th) Join our conversation with Emmy Award Winning Reporter, Samara Sodos! Sam realized her elementary school reporting dreams with a career that's taken her across the country and world! Today, Sam teaches at the college level, is surprised at how much journalism school has changed since the "old…

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86: 5 Important Questions To Ask On Your Wedding Venue Tour 25:56

3M ago25:56

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There’s a saying in the wedding industry: “if you don’t have a venue booked, you don’t have a wedding date”. It’s all about putting a where to your why. If you, like me, have decided to plan your own wedding and can't afford to take advantage of a professional wedding planner’s immense knowledge, experience and contacts list, then you want to go in…

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Sandy Kowal: Telling Stories with Video, Drums and a Mic 48:47

3M ago48:47

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Send us a Text Message. Sandy Kowal of Simply Creative Production has done so much. Who knew? She started in TV News as a photographer, became the first Assistant News Director at WKOW-TV, and started her own production business. Plus, she's a heck of a musician and apparently, a set-up comedian...kinda? Find out more in this episode with Dan & Car…

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85: Is A Seating Chart Absolutely Necessary For Your Wedding? 29:52

3M ago29:52

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Is A Seating Chart Absolutely Necessary For Your Wedding? The short answer is, it depends. While I know that’s not what you want to hear, it’s pretty freeing when you work out that ultimately, it is up to you, your fiancé and just a few other considerations as well. Today, I’m going to teach you: · the pros and cons of having allocated seating and …

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Shannon Payette Seip: TV News, Bean Sprouts Cafe, and Bucket List Theater 55:04

3M ago55:04

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Send us a Text Message. Shannon Payette Seip's career path is like none other! From early days working in TV news, to creating the healthy, kid- focused restaurant chain, Bean Sprouts, to taking her musical theater dreams to the next level...hear what drives Shannon to live life to the fullest. Plus, hear how this fearless go-getter battles crippli…

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84: Quickest Wedding Journalling To Enhance Your Precious Memories 25:49

3M ago25:49

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What do you think the most frequently repeated sentence about weddings is? I reckon I know what it is: “It all goes by so fast”. One of the most lasting ways to preserve your memories, emotions, thoughts and ideas is by writing it down. Today, I want to smash through the bullet journalling bullshit and the wedding binder bollocks and share with you…

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Gregg Schieve: Splicing together a photographer's career in Madison 42:07

4M ago42:07

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Send us a Text Message. What did it take to put together a newscast back when Fleetwood Mac topped the charts? Photographer Gregg Schieve learned pretty quickly when he started in the film room at WKOW-TV in Madison, Wisconsin. Listen in as he talks to Dan and Carrie about his time in TV news, video production and his life-long pursuit of moving im…

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83: How To Start Planning Your Brilliant Backyard Wedding 33:16

4M ago33:16

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Last week in EP82, I broke down everything you need to consider, the pros and cons, before you decide to host your wedding in either your, or a very easygoing and generous friend or family member’s, backyard. And today I’m going to share with you the task list that you will need to work through to make this magic happen with the least amount of ang…

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KETV'S Andy Kendeigh: Sportscaster of the Year, Dance Dad, and Punt, Pass & Kick Champion! 58:18

4M ago58:18

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Send us a Text Message. KETV Sports Director Andy Kendeigh joins us to talk about his 30+ year career in sports broadcasting. Find out what he learned from being fired as an intern and what he tells college students who want to follow in his footsteps. WATCH the episode with bonus videos and photos: https://youtu.be/zedRpXjvGyU On X: AKendeighKETV …

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82: How To Work Out If A Charming Backyard Wedding Is For You 24:28

4M ago24:28

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Backyard weddings are back in a big way this season. And many engaged couples, or a generous friend or relative, with a decent size outdoor area, are considering planning their wedding in a backyard. There are heaps of benefits to planning your wedding in a familiar, accessible, meaningful and flexible venue. From the intimacy of keeping your loved…

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Zak Spector: Producing in the Windy City 52:49

4M ago52:49

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Send us a Text Message. From very small news markets to one of the largest, WBBM-TV Segment Producer Zak Spector has written and produced news stories about some of the biggest events of our time. This Chicago native made it back home after a stop working with Dan & Carrie in Madison. What advice does he have for young journalists? Find out! *Pleas…

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81: What Is The Vendor Code And 5 Ways It Can Negatively Impact Your Wedding 21:59

4M ago21:59

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Recently, I've been chatting with some wedding planners and venue owners about the wedding vendor code and how it can impact engaged couples, just like you, as you go about choosing, booking in, questioning and receiving the products and services that are presented to you. I want you to be aware of some of the downfalls that the vendor code has so …

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Kit Kendeigh Beyer: From Covering News to Making News 52:17

4M ago52:17

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Send us a Text Message. Kit Kendeigh Beyer went from covering politics to working in politics. It wasn't easy leaving broadcasting...especially while working with her brother, Sports Anchor/Reporter Andy Kendeigh (featured in an upcoming episode)! Get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of political communications. Find out why Kit relates politi…

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80: Why Your Wedding Vows Matter And The Biggest Vows Secret 17:04

4M ago17:04

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Does this sound like you? I can't express myself very well. I'm no good at writing. I'd be too embarrassed to read them in front of everyone. What's the point in sharing them with everyone? My fiancé already knows how I feel and it's no one else's business anyway. Writing your own personalized wedding vows is more popular than ever. I'm always more…

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Scott Klug: Lost in the Middle 47:32

5M ago47:32

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Send us a Text Message. Our guest this episode is former U.S. Congressman and award-winning TV reporter, Scott Klug. His podcast Lost in the Middle: America's Political Orphans explores how the U.S. got into the political mess it's in now. Klug unveils some of the turning points that seemingly sent our politics into a tailspin and talks to some peo…

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79: 5 Insider Tips To Get The Best From Your Wedding Vendors 39:52

5M ago39:52

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So you’ve booked in your wedding vendors. Now what? We want to go in with the best of intentions. We want to work seamlessly with them, have fun doing it and end up with a brilliant result, all while being as efficient as possible. Cause you're still working, right? This podcast episode is a guidebook for you, about how to get the best out of your …

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Jay Wilson: The Dean of Madison Sports 47:37

5M ago47:37

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Send us a Text Message. Sports broadcaster Jay Wilson is a familiar face to TV viewers in Wisconsin. For nearly 40 years he covered the rise of the Badgers, Packers, Brewers and Bucks! You might know him from his reporting on games at your high school. Jay can still be seen on-air and online doing games on Big Ten Plus. But, in his retirement, he's…

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78: 9 Trending Tweaks That Will Improve Your Wedding Experience And Memories 24:16

5M ago24:16

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It’s not always the things that you drop heaps of your budget on that will stick in your memory or make your wedding day special. Sometimes it’s just giving yourself the time and opportunity for things to unfold that will give you the most authentic and wonderful moments and memories of your day. So if you’re sick of dropping cash every second week…

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Jamie Glinberg: WITI Sports Marketing Specialist 47:45

5M ago47:45

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Send us a Text Message. You may recognize our OLD NEWS guest from old TV shows like Saved by the Bell, Murder She Wrote, and My Two Dads! Or perhaps you recognize him from his days as our morning reporter on WKOW-TV’s 27 First News! Whether he was jumping out of airplanes, milking cows at the World Dairy Expo, or covering breaking news, this guy pu…

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77: Destination wedding? These Are The Minimum Legal Requirements 12:05

5M ago12:05

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There are now Unbridely Podcast listeners in over 100 countries and territories all around the world. But you’re not staying still for a moment, are you? Many engaged couples are opting to go overseas and enjoy a destination wedding somewhere new and exciting. SO this week I’ve sought the help of celebrants and officiants from New Zealand, Canada, …

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Agile Video's Todd Vaske: TV News to TV Food and Beyond 49:40

5M ago49:40

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Send us a Text Message. Our guest this time started producing TV News and found his way to cable TV programs. Todd Vaske of Agile Video used to put the morning newscast together back when we were on air at WKOW-TV. Now he runs his own production business. You might notice a couple of themes lacing their way through this conversation. Bon Apetit! Cl…

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76: How To Smash Rainy Wedding Day Anxiety in 3 Parts 13:06

5M ago13:06

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Picture this, the week leading up to your big day, the weather forecast goes from a slight chance of rain to an 80% chance. Sure, you might have a plan B, but that's why it's a plan B, right? A rainy wedding day can sometimes be just a blip in your plans or cause a full-scale meltdown. It’s all about your perspective and how organised you can be. S…

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Minnesota Bound's Bill Sherck 1:02:49

6M ago1:02:49

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, meet "Man of the Woods" Bill Sherck...our former newsroom colleague at WKOW-TV in Madison, Wisconsin. Being forced out of the news biz in Minneapolis ultimately led to Bill's dream job...telling incredible stories about the great outdoors through iconic shows including Minnesota Bound. Hear how he landed his…

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75: 6 Dos And Don'ts Of Your Affordable And Most Memorable Honeymoon 31:44

6M ago31:44

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Whether you’re a ‘sit by the pool all day with cocktails’ or a ‘ride through rural rice fields on a scooter’ kind of couple, chances are you’re one of the 75% of people who will go on a honeymoon after your wedding. There are endless options available to you, some at astronomical price points, so how do you narrow down your destination and accommod…

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FOX 17 Chief Meteorologist Kevin Craig: A Real Classic 39:06

6M ago39:06

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Send us a Text Message. Our guest in this episode is truly one-of-a-kind! FOX17's Chief Meteorologist, Kevin Craig has a classic broadcast story. From radio news to TV news to forecasting the weather, Kevin has seen a whole lot in his nearly 30-year career. Listen in as Dan & Carrie talk to their OLD NEWS colleague about his career journey and his …

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74: How The Increasing Costs For Bridesmaids Is Ruining Friendships 33:25

6M ago33:25

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When a bridesmaid says ‘yes’ to a bride, they must communicate clearly and early about expectations for commitment, assigned responsibilities and especially the costs. But it’s also essential for the bride to be aware of what she’s really asking of her family and friends when she excitedly proposes to them to be in her wedding party in the first pl…

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Rena Sarigianopoulos, KARE 11 News Anchor/Reporter 55:04

6M ago55:04

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Send us a Text Message. Today we catch up with our OLD NEWS friend, Rena Sarigianopoulos! Rena is an award winning news reporter and anchor at KARE 11 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Join us as we chat about everything from running marathons to running her own camera as a “MSJ” (tune-in to learn what that means!?!) to what life is like today living and …

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73: What Really Changes After You Get Married? with The Relationship Circle 35:50

6M ago35:50

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Have you ever asked yourself why you want to get married (with the subtext being, if nothing really changes anyway)? In 2019 according to the Pew Research centre: “The decision to get married is a personal one, but for most married adults, love and companionship trump other considerations such as such as the desire to have children someday, conveni…

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