Best Your Two Scents Podcasts (2024)

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Everything you’ve been Wondering About Pelvic Floor Therapy - with Kara Cota 50:06

4h ago50:06

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This is the one we’ve alllll been waiting for…it’s time to talk pelvic floor therapy. Erica has been in pelvic floor therapy on-and-off for over a year now, since around her second trimester of pregnancy with Jonah, and it has truly changed her life. One of those things you want to shout from the rooftops so every woman can know - no gatekeeping he…

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The Roots of Poverty in America 49:53

2d ago49:53

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The United States is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, yet over 10 percent of people – nearly 40 million – live in poverty. It's something we see, say, if we live near a tent encampment. And it's also something we feel. More than a third of people in the U.S. say they're worried about being able to pay their rent or mortgage. Medical bi…

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LIFE LATELY Mini-Sode: On Jonah's Birthday, Going Viral, & Podcast News... 14:31

4d ago14:31

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Let's catch up on this past week! In ten minutes or less, we're talking Jonah's first birthday, the shadow side of going viral (ooof), and a bit of fun news for the THRIVE Podcast! THANKYOU to City Beauty for sponsoring today's episode of THRIVE! Get 15% off sitewide at citybeauty.com with code THRIVE (and you'll get a 60-day money-back guarantee!)…

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Road to Rickwood: The Holy Grail of Baseball 57:25

9d ago57:25

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Birmingham, Alabama was one of the fiercest battlegrounds of the Civil Rights Movement. And in order to understand the struggle, you don't have to look any further than Rickwood Field, the oldest baseball stadium in the country. Over more than a century it's hosted Negro League baseball, a women's suffrage event, a Klan rally — and eventually, the …

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Making Family Budgeting FUN (+ Easy!) - with the Russell Family 56:43

12d ago56:43

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Does budgeting feel like a dirty word to you? Or, maybe just…boring? Uncomfy? Generally UN-fun? The Russells are here to help! Sarah (from Team THRIVE!) is hopping *behind* the mic today with her husband, Ryan, to share the practical tips they use in their everyday life to make budgeting easier than ever before…and yes, actually FUN. They went from…

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Pop Music's First Black Stars 49:29

16d ago49:29

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Today, the U.S. popular music industry is worth billions of dollars. And some of its deepest roots are in blackface minstrelsy and other racist genres. You may not have heard their names, but Black musicians like George Johnson, Ernest Hogan, and Mamie Smith were some of the country's first viral sensations, working within and pushing back against …

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Gospel-centered Goal-setting & Doing the Thing You were Made to Do - with Rebecca George 56:56

19d ago56:56

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This one’s for the go-getter girls. Are you one of them? You’re a high achieving, big dreaming, goal setting, coffee drinking gal who’s maybe also Type A, maybe an Enneagram 3, maybe an oldest sibling…maybe a recovering perfectionist and/or retired “girlboss.” Rebecca George is our guest today, here to remind YOU of your God-given gifts…and how to …

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The Lavender Scare (Throwback) 51:19

23d ago51:19

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One day in late April 1958, a young economist named Madeleine Tress was approached by two men in suits at her office at the U.S. Department of Commerce. They took her to a private room, turned on a tape recorder, and demanded she respond to allegations that she was an "admitted homosexual." Two weeks later, she resigned. Madeleine was one of thousa…

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Gospel-centered Dating & What you Actually DESERVE in Relationships - with Ainsley Britain 53:21

29d ago53:21

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Podcaster, speaker, author and Enneagram coach Ainsley Britain is here to break down the “boo-boo dudes” - the always-unideal, sometimes-toxic, never-Mr.Rights who leave you feeling more confused, isolated, and ultimately less loved than you deserve. So…what DO you deserve? And how can you go about dating - especially in this century - in a godly, …

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A History of Zionism 51:35

1M ago51:35

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Since October 7th, the term Zionism has been everywhere in the news. It's been used to support Israel in what it calls its war against Hamas: a refrain to remind everyone why Israel exists and why it must be protected. Others have used Zionism to describe what they view as Israel's collective punishment of civilians in Gaza, and its appropriation o…

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Scents & Memories: Here's How (+ Why) your Brain Connects the Two! - with Beth Geddio (P.S. WE MADE A CANDLE!!!) 43:12

1M ago43:12

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Ever smell something that instantly brings you back to a specific memory, person, or point in time? Maybe the smell of fresh cut grass, or sugar cookies in the oven, or your mom’s perfume? I know what candle was burning in our little townhouse basement back in 2020, and every time I smell Polo cologne it feels like my dad is here for the holidays. …

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It's almost here...!!!! 15:19

1M ago15:19

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Today on THRIVE, E is behind the mic to share some quick stories behind each piece, so that you can hear a bit more about the heart and intention that went into months of making this collection happen. Everything is a nod to an "era" behind-the-scenes here, but was designed to be fun, comfy, and cute for you whether you're a podcast listener, blog …

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The Whiteness Myth (Throwback) 49:59

1M ago49:59

49:59

In 1923, an Indian American man named Bhagat Singh Thind told the U.S. Supreme Court that he was white, and therefore eligible to become a naturalized citizen. He based his claim on the fact that he was a member of India's highest caste and identified as an Aryan. His claims were supported by the so-called Indo-European language theory, a controver…

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The Rules of War 51:57

1M ago51:57

51:57

International courts investigating alleged war crimes have made headlines often in recent months. An arrest warrant has been issued for Russian President Vladimir Putin; arrest warrants have also been requested for senior Hamas and Israeli officials, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. What are these…

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Mythos and Melodrama in the Philippines (Throwback) 51:52

2M ago51:52

51:52

Welcome to the "Epic of Marcos." In this tale of a family that's larger than life, Ferdinand Marcos, the former dictator of the Philippines, is at the center. But the figures that surround him are just as important: Imelda, his wife and muse; Bongbong, his heir; and the United States, his faithful sidekick. The story of the Marcos family is a bluep…

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You were Uniquely Made for This - with Becca Wierwille 41:04

2M ago41:04

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For years, Becca Wierwille felt different than everyone else. Namely because she was born with only half of one arm. But instead of letting her limb difference define her, she’s learned to lean in, acknowledge how it impacts her life, and then use it as a way to celebrate others’ differences and God’s intentional design for each of us. Today, Becca…

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The Mandela Effect 54:58

2M ago54:58

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For nearly thirty years, the South African government held a man it initially labeled prisoner number 46664, the anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela. But in 1994, Mandela transformed from the country's 'number one terrorist' into its first Black president, ushering in a new era of democracy. Today, though, many in South Africa see Mandela's part…

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Homeschooling + Homesteading - with Shelbey Kendall 48:26

2M ago48:26

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Ever wonder what it would be like to just…do it all yourself? Nix the drama of the public school systems and call the shots for your kids from the comfort of your own home? Cut the crap with the food industry and cultivate a healthier, more holistic livelihood with your own farm fresh eggs or dairy milk on your own little homestead? Maybe the thoug…

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The Labor Of Love (Throwback) 51:50

2M ago51:50

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There's a powerful fantasy in American society: the fantasy of the ideal mother. This mother is devoted to her family above all else. She raises the kids, volunteers at the school, cleans the house, plans the birthday parties, cares for her own parents. She's a natural nurturer. And she's happy to do it all for free.Problem is? She's imaginary. And…

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The One with our Unpopular Opinions... - with Team THRIVE 49:27

2M ago49:27

49:27

This one might be...unpopular. But we're here for it, and we hope you will be, too! Erica, Sarah, and Taylor from Team THRIVE are behind the mic together to share their *unpopular* opinions, from Gilmore Girls to grammar, Beyonce to body positivity, barrel leg jeans to boxers-as-shorts (and every trend in between) - it's loaded with our hot takes a…

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The 4th Amendment: Search and Seizure 48:50

2M ago48:50

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The Fourth Amendment is the part of the Bill of Rights that prohibits "unreasonable searches and seizures." But — what's unreasonable? That question has fueled a century's worth of court rulings that have dramatically expanded the power of individual police officers in the U.S. Today on the show, how an amendment that was supposed to limit governme…

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Create a Life you Actually LOVE - with Stephanie May Wilson 54:27

3M ago54:27

54:27

"You get to decide." Really, you do! And whether that thought feels instantly empowering or overwhelming, Stephanie May Wilson is here to help. As an author, speaker, TEDxTalker, and popular podcaster with over 8 million downloads, Stephanie is no stranger to the "Everything Era" - the decade-ish where most of our wildly huge, defining, important m…

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The Ghost in Your Phone (Throwback) 51:58

3M ago51:58

51:58

It's hot. A mother works outside, a baby strapped to her back. The two of them breathe in toxic dust, day after day. And they're just two of thousands, cramped so close together it's hard to move, all facing down the mountain of cobalt stone.Cobalt mining is one of the world's most dangerous jobs. And it's also one of the most essential: cobalt is …

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Ralph Nader, Consumer Crusader 47:11

3M ago47:11

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Whether it's pesticides in your cereal or the door plug flying off your airplane, consumers today have plenty of reasons to feel like corporations might not have their best interests at heart. At a moment where we're seeing unprecedented product recalls, and when trust in the government is near historic lows, we're going to revisit a time when a ge…

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The 14th Amendment 49:34

3M ago49:34

49:34

Of all the amendments to the U.S. Constitution, the 14th is a big one. It's shaped all of our lives, whether we realize it or not: Roe v. Wade, Brown v. Board of Education, Bush v. Gore, plus other Supreme Court cases that legalized same-sex marriage, interracial marriage, access to birth control — they've all been built on the back of the 14th. Th…

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30 Things You Should Know About Me... 17:21

3M ago17:21

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She's thirty, flirty, and...THRIVING! Happy birthday to our leading lady behind the mic, Erica! To kickoff a new year, a new chapter, a new DECADE, we're keeping it fun and funky with 30 fun facts. There's some spicy takes and sweet stories inside, so grab a coffee (or champagne) and cheers with us to thirty. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE CATCHING UP W…

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The Land of the Fee (Throwback) 45:08

3M ago45:08

45:08

Tipping is a norm in the United States—and it's always been controversial. The practice took off after the Civil War, as employers sought cheap labor from formerly enslaved people: if tips were expected, companies could get away with paying laughably low wages. But the practice was always controversial, and has been vehemently challenged since it f…

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A History of Hezbollah 49:57

4M ago49:57

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Hezbollah is a Lebanese paramilitary organization and political party that's directly supported by the Islamic Republic of Iran. In the wake of the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel, and Israel's invasion of Gaza, Hezbollah and Israel have been exchanging missile fire across the border they share, causing growing fears of a regional confli…

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The Great Textbook War 47:40

4M ago47:40

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What is school for? Over a hundred years ago, a man named Harold Rugg published a series of textbooks that encouraged students to confront the thorniest parts of U.S. history: to identify problems, and try and solve them. And it was just as controversial as the fights we're seeing today. In this episode: a media mogul, a textbook author, and a batt…

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Radiolab: Worst. Year. Ever 38:37

4M ago38:37

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What was the worst year to be alive on planet Earth? We make the case for 536 AD, which set off a cascade of catastrophes that is almost too horrible to imagine. A supervolcano. The disappearance of shadows. A failure of bread. Plague rats. Using evidence painstakingly gathered around the world - from Mongolian tree rings to Greenlandic ice cores t…

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A Symphony of Resistance (Throwback) 55:31

4M ago55:31

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In 2011, the world was shaken by the Arab Spring, a wave of "pro-democracy" protests that spread throughout the Middle East and North Africa. The effects of the uprisings reverberated around the world as regimes fell in some countries, and civil war began in others. This week, we revisit the years leading up to the Arab Spring and its lasting impac…

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The Pursuit of Meaning - with Dr. Lauren Gilbert 54:08

4M ago54:08

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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of...meaning? Believe it or not, people who pursue happiness are scientifically LESS happy (and more stressed and less healthy) than people who pursue something else entirely: meaning. But what does pursuing "meaning" actually MEAN? Dr. Lauren Gilbert breaks down the science today on THRIVE. We also talk about living …

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The Rise of the Right Wing in Israel 53:05

4M ago53:05

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For most of its early history, Israel was dominated by left-leaning, secular politicians. But today, the right is in power. Its politicians represent a movement that uses a religious framework to define Israel and its borders, and that has aggressively resisted a two-state solution with Palestinians. And its government – led by Prime Minister Benja…

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The Right to An Attorney 50:37

5M ago50:37

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Most of us take it for granted that if we're ever in court and we can't afford a lawyer, the court will provide one for us. And in fact, the right to an attorney is written into the Constitution's sixth amendment. But for most of U.S. history, it was more of a nice-to-have — something you got if you could, but that many people went without. Today, …

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Dance Yourself Free (Throwback) 50:01

5M ago50:01

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Beyonce's Renaissance brought house music back to mainstream audiences. But even when it wasn't gracing the Grammys, house never went away. Born from the ashes of disco in the late 1970s and '80s, house was by and for the Black, queer youth DJing and dancing in Chicago's underground clubs. Since then it's become the soundtrack of parties around the…

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Yes, Jesus Cares about your Mental Health - with Laura Smith 48:19

5M ago48:19

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We’re back with best-selling author, speaker, Bible teacher, and my friend Laura Smith, and we’re chatting all about her newest book: Holy Care for the Whole Self. It’s full of truth and encouragement connecting our mental AND spiritual health journeys, and it’s going to leave you feeling refreshed and breathing easier in your own earthly walk. But…

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Love, Throughline 53:17

5M ago53:17

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We asked you to call us with your stories of looking for love in the 21st century — and man, did you come through. We heard the whole range of human experience in your stories, but one theme rang out loud and clear: dating, and especially online dating, is a struggle. The data backs this up. Despite the fact that meeting someone today doesn't requi…

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Catching up with the Gwynns - Life Lately with TWO KIDS 47:23

5M ago47:23

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A dog, two cats, and two kids, OH MY! Erica's husband Jamie is behind the mic with her today for a special Valentine's Day edition of THRIVE - and nothing is off limits. Let's catch up on life lately, from off-the-cuff thoughts on adding another kid to the crew, to hottest (and spiciest) takes on saving money at Disney World, what we're watching, a…

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The Scent of History 51:28

5M ago51:28

51:28

What if we told you that the key to time travel has been right in front of our eyes this whole time? Well, it has: it's in our noses. Today on the show, the science — and politics — of smell, and how it links our past and our present. For sponsor-free episodes of Throughline, subscribe to Throughline+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/throughli…

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Thriving in Your Mom Era - with Rachael Elmore 57:28

5M ago57:28

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The one where we break down PPD and PPA. If you’re a mama, this one’s for you. Licensed therapist, author and speaker Rachael Elmore pulls back the curtain on real mom life in such a beautiful, vulnerable way that’ll have you thinking “AH, so I’m not crazy…and I’m not alone.” In this episode, we talk all about mental health in motherhood, and we al…

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James Baldwin's Shadow (Throwback) 44:24

6M ago44:24

44:24

James Baldwin believed that America has been lying to itself since its founding. An insightful commentator on Black identity, American democracy, and racism, he saw something deep and ugly and stubborn in American culture, and never hesitated to call it by its name — to bear witness, regardless of what it cost him. As the United States continues to…

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How to Live by Design, Not Default - with Julie Ciardi 54:29

6M ago54:29

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Today’s episode is for all the girlies who have ever felt trapped in a life lived on “default.” It’s an awesome conversation with my fabulous friend Julie, who on the outside, very much looks like she “does it all.” She’s got a 7-figure business, a top 1.5% globally ranked podcast, over 20 years of marketing and sales experience, had a brick and mo…

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Bonus: The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop 49:46

6M ago49:46

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In October of 1983, Grenada's Prime Minister Maurice Bishop was assassinated in a coup, along with seven of his cabinet members and supporters. Six days later, the United States invaded the island country, and took control of it. The bodies of those eight people were never found. Annie Bain's husband, Grenada's Minister of Housing, was one of the p…

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The Man Who Cured Aging 49:46

6M ago49:46

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In 1899, Elie Metchnikoff woke up in Paris to learn that he had defeated old age. At least, that's what the newspaper headlines said. Before long he was inundated with mail from people begging him to help them live forever. The only problem? He didn't know how to do it. At the time, Metchnikoff was one of the world's most famous scientists. And he …

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Feeling Stuck? The Good News is... - with Hope Reagan Harris 46:50

6M ago46:50

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If you’re in a season where you just feel STUCK - we’ve got good news for you today. Your purpose doesn’t pause! Even when it feels like nothing is happening, God is working - and your story isn’t done. Author Hope Reagan Harris is on THRIVE today sharing her own story of finding and living her purpose through multiple career and family moves, even…

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The Right to Bear Arms 51:48

6M ago51:48

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In April 1938, an Oklahoma bank robber was arrested for carrying an unregistered sawed-off shotgun across state lines. The robber, Jack Miller, put forward a novel defense: that a law banning him from carrying that gun violated his Second Amendment rights. For most of U.S. history, the Second Amendment was one of the sleepier ones. It rarely showed…

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Godly Time Management Tips to feel more “Balanced” - with Christy Wright 49:53

6M ago49:53

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If life feels like one big circus act where you’re always the main juggling act - today’s episode will breathe new life into your soul. #1 national bestselling author, speaker, and business coach Christy Wright is here to completely shake up how you view BALANCE, and it will change your life in the best sense. In today’s episode, we’re talking godl…

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When Things Fall Apart (Throwback) 49:59

6M ago49:59

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Climate change, political unrest, random violence: modern society can often feel like what the filmmaker Werner Herzog calls "a thin layer of ice on top of an ocean of chaos and darkness." In the United States, polls indicate that many people believe law and order is the only thing protecting us from the savagery of our neighbors. This idea is ofte…

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How to THRIVE in 2024 (+ beyond) 22:57

6M ago22:57

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Welcome to Season FIVE of Thrive! We're back + better than ever with hot tips and practical ways to step it up from surviving to thriving, this year and beyond. We're keeping it attainable AND sustainable with ten intentional ways that Erica is THRIVING in 2024. Feel free to steal any for your own thriving this year! MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE SMARTP…

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The Nostalgia Bone (2021) 56:32

7M ago56:32

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They say "everything old becomes new again." Today, that's baggy jeans, shag haircuts, 90s music, TV sitcoms – the latest version of finding comfort in nostalgia and familiarity in what came before. We constantly look for safety in the permanence of the past, or at least, what we think the past was. But, when it first appeared, nostalgia itself was…

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