Podcast Episode

AdventuRetired

Empowering Kids and Parents: Phyllis Stroud's Backyard Swim Lessons in Natchitoches LA

Tell us about your Adventure!Learning to swim is a vital skill that builds confidence and safety for children. In Natchitoches, Louisiana, Phyllis Stroud has turned her backyard pool into a welcoming space where kids and parents come together to learn and grow. Semi-retired from Mary Kay, Phyllis no…

Tell us about your Adventure!Learning to swim is a vital skill that builds confidence and safety for children. In Natchitoches, Louisiana, Phyllis Stroud has turned her backyard pool into a welcoming …

Tell us about your Adventure!Learning to swim is a vital skill that builds confidence and safety for children. In Natchitoches, Louisiana, Phyllis Stroud has turned her backyard pool into a welcoming space where kids and parents come together to learn and grow. Semi-retired from Mary Kay, Phyllis now dedicates her part of her summer to teaching swim lessons alongside her granddaughter. Their unique approach focuses not only on the children but also on guiding parents to support their little ones in the water.

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Curt & Cindy Liljedahl July 15, 2026

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Good Grief with Nikki the Death Doula

170. Comfort Always: Dr. Alan Cohen on the Forgotten Art of Healing

Dr. Cohen is a pediatric neurosurgeon with more than four decades of experience treating critically ill children at institutions including Boston Children’s Hospital and Johns Hopkins. In his new memoir, Comfort Always: Healing in the Age of Technology he opens up about one of the least discussed …

Dr. Cohen is a pediatric neurosurgeon with more than four decades of experience treating critically ill children at institutions including Boston Children’s Hospital and Johns Hopkins. In his new me…

Dr. Cohen is a pediatric neurosurgeon with more than four decades of experience treating critically ill children at institutions including Boston Children’s Hospital and Johns Hopkins. In his new memoir, Comfort Always: Healing in the Age of Technology he opens up about one of the least discussed realities in medicine: the emotional weight physicians carry when delivering life-and-death diagnoses to children and their families.Through deeply human stories from the operating room, Dr. Cohen explores what it means to guide families through fear, grief, uncertainty, and hope and how compassion …

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Nikki Smith July 14, 2026

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Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino

Russell B. Van Brocklen Interview | Dyslexia Solutions, Reading Success & Helping Struggling Learners

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with entrepreneur, educator, and Dyslexia Professor Russell B. Van Brocklen, a passionate advocate helping parents move from confusion and frustration to confidence and results when supporting children…

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with entrepreneur, educator, and Dyslexia Professor Russell B. Van Brocklen, a passionate advocate he…

Welcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. On this episode, we talk with entrepreneur, educator, and Dyslexia Professor Russell B. Van Brocklen, a passionate advocate helping parents move from confusion and frustration to confidence and results when supporting children with dyslexia.Dyslexia affects an estimated 15–20% of learners, yet many families are still told to "wait and see" when reading challenges emerge. Russell is changing that narrative by empowering parents with practical, research-based strategies that can make an immediate impact.Through his cours…

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Joe Dimino July 14, 2026

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The Ageless Traveler

Bonus Episode: The Story of One Man's Journey Through Grief

Listen to the riveting story of the father of three children as he describes his experience working through grief with the help of Good Grief and what it can mean to you and to your family.Donate to Good Grief Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/acpfgg/Or Text "agewise" to 50155  SUBSCRIBE FREE Wee…

Listen to the riveting story of the father of three children as he describes his experience working through grief with the help of Good Grief and what it can mean to you and to your family.Donate to G…

Listen to the riveting story of the father of three children as he describes his experience working through grief with the help of Good Grief and what it can mean to you and to your family.Donate to Good Grief Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/acpfgg/Or Text "agewise" to 50155  SUBSCRIBE FREE Weekly Travel Tuesday Newsletterhttps://ageless-traveler-s-travel-tuesday.kit.com/b368fe9fec JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK SALON AT https://www.facebook.com/groups/840951897411276/ Check out our Website: The Ageless Traveler https://agelesstraveler.com Leave a voicemail or text- https://fanlist.com/agel…

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Adriane Berg July 14, 2026

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Read And Write With Natasha

Self Publishing Without The Middleman

“Bestseller” has become one of the easiest words to fake in publishing, and it’s costing authors money and readers' trust. I sit down with publishing expert Michele DeFilippo, who brings decades of real-world experience helping authors produce high-quality books without giving away contr…

“Bestseller” has become one of the easiest words to fake in publishing, and it’s costing authors money and readers' trust. I sit down with publishing expert Michele DeFilippo, who brings d…

“Bestseller” has become one of the easiest words to fake in publishing, and it’s costing authors money and readers' trust. I sit down with publishing expert Michele DeFilippo, who brings decades of real-world experience helping authors produce high-quality books without giving away control, rights, or royalties.We talk about why self-publishing no longer carries the old vanity-press stigma, and why the power has shifted now that Amazon and print-on-demand make global book distribution accessible. Michelle breaks down the difference between needing a publisher and needing professio…

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Natasha Tynes July 14, 2026

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AECorner Community

A Stroke Could Not Stop Her Violin | Everyday Adaptive

Adaptive equipment helped a pediatric stroke survivor return to her violin, and her story shows what adaptive tools really make possible. Tiana is a 12 year old violinist who survived a stroke at age 10 that left her left side paralyzed. She spent the years since relearning the things that matter to…

Adaptive equipment helped a pediatric stroke survivor return to her violin, and her story shows what adaptive tools really make possible. Tiana is a 12 year old violinist who survived a stroke at age …

Adaptive equipment helped a pediatric stroke survivor return to her violin, and her story shows what adaptive tools really make possible. Tiana is a 12 year old violinist who survived a stroke at age 10 that left her left side paralyzed. She spent the years since relearning the things that matter to her, joined the Melbourne Youth Orchestra, and recently performed a televised solo of "I See the Light" for the Royal Children's Hospital's 2025 Good Friday fundraiser, with a small silicone cuff helping her hold the bow. Her story opens a conversation that does not happen nearly enough …

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Cindy Hardin-Weiss July 14, 2026

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Online For Authors Podcast

Love Beyond Betrayal: Finding Grace After Everything Falls Apart with Author Anne Giordano

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Anne Giordano, author of the book Love, Life, and the Ketubah. Anne Giordana is a retired principal from Prince George’s County, MD. She received a BA in Education in Connecticut and an MA from The Catholic University of American in Washington DC…

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Anne Giordano, author of the book Love, Life, and the Ketubah. Anne Giordana is a retired principal from Prince George’s County, MD. She received …

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Anne Giordano, author of the book Love, Life, and the Ketubah. Anne Giordana is a retired principal from Prince George’s County, MD. She received a BA in Education in Connecticut and an MA from The Catholic University of American in Washington DC. She has four children, seven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Anne lives with her husband, Charlie, in Sunset Beach, NC.   Anne is the author of three children’s books, available on Amazon: Spend, The Magic Rabbit; Scott, the Hero Dog; and Frosty, The Yellow Frog.   In my book revi…

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Teri M Brown July 14, 2026

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Thrive Through and Beyond Cancer

Ep. 130 – Inside a Pediatric Cancer Hospital: What Nurses See That Most Families Never Hear

What is it really like inside a pediatric cancer hospital? Most families only experience one side of cancer treatment. But behind the hospital doors, pediatric oncology nurses witness the victories, the heartbreaks, the long nights, and the countless moments that never make it into a medical chart. …

What is it really like inside a pediatric cancer hospital? Most families only experience one side of cancer treatment. But behind the hospital doors, pediatric oncology nurses witness the victories, t…

What is it really like inside a pediatric cancer hospital? Most families only experience one side of cancer treatment. But behind the hospital doors, pediatric oncology nurses witness the victories, the heartbreaks, the long nights, and the countless moments that never make it into a medical chart. In this episode, I sit down with pediatric oncology nurse Savannah Cruz, who has spent years caring for children receiving chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, and some of the most intensive cancer treatments available. Now, as part of the Biodynamic Wellness team, Savannah brings a unique perspecti…

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Season Johnson July 14, 2026

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Ditch The Suits: Financial Planning Insights Without The Sales Pitch

The American Dream Isn’t Dead. Here’s Why…

We’ve misunderstood the American Dream the whole time.For many people, the American Dream has become synonymous with owning a home, earning more than your parents, and giving your children a better life. But that was never the real definition.In this episode of Ditch the Suits, we take a step back…

We’ve misunderstood the American Dream the whole time.For many people, the American Dream has become synonymous with owning a home, earning more than your parents, and giving your children a better …

We’ve misunderstood the American Dream the whole time.For many people, the American Dream has become synonymous with owning a home, earning more than your parents, and giving your children a better life. But that was never the real definition.In this episode of Ditch the Suits, we take a step back to explore where the idea of the American Dream came from, how its meaning has changed over time, and why so many people now believe it's out of reach.We look at the stories we tell ourselves about success and happiness, and why those stories have a powerful influence on the financial decisions we …

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Steve Campbell July 14, 2026

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Transforming The Toddler Years- Parents and Educators Raising Calm, Connected, Capable Kids

How to Teach Your Toddler Time Management

What if teaching your toddler to manage time isn't about timers at all, but about giving them the chance to make their own decisions? In this episode, I explain why toddlers are capable of developing time management skills much earlier than most people realize when we shift from directing to guiding…

What if teaching your toddler to manage time isn't about timers at all, but about giving them the chance to make their own decisions? In this episode, I explain why toddlers are capable of developing …

What if teaching your toddler to manage time isn't about timers at all, but about giving them the chance to make their own decisions? In this episode, I explain why toddlers are capable of developing time management skills much earlier than most people realize when we shift from directing to guiding. I share practical strategies for setting clear expectations, asking thoughtful questions, and giving children enough time to process and plan their actions before transitions. You'll discover how small language shifts can strengthen executive functioning, build independence, and reduce power strug…

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Cara Tyrrell July 14, 2026

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THE SJ CHILDS SHOW-Building a Community of Inclusion

Episode 365- Grandparenting On The Spectrum with Jennifer Kaufman

Send us Fan MailThe hardest part of “helping” a family after an autism diagnosis can be admitting that your old playbook no longer fits. Jennifer Kaufman knows that tension from both angles: she spent years as a principal at a school for children with autism through age 21, and she’s also the …

Send us Fan MailThe hardest part of “helping” a family after an autism diagnosis can be admitting that your old playbook no longer fits. Jennifer Kaufman knows that tension from both angles: she s…

Send us Fan MailThe hardest part of “helping” a family after an autism diagnosis can be admitting that your old playbook no longer fits. Jennifer Kaufman knows that tension from both angles: she spent years as a principal at a school for children with autism through age 21, and she’s also the grandmother of an autistic eight-year-old. When her grandson was diagnosed, expertise wasn’t the missing piece. The missing piece was learning how to shift expectations, step back from the expert role, and show up as the kind of support her daughter actually needed. We dig into what grandparentin…

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Sara Bradford July 14, 2026

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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity

Eating Disorders, Chronic Illness and the Kinship Caregiver

Are you a grandparent shouldering the daily stress of raising your grandchildren while quietly navigating your own chronic pain or health challenges? Have you found yourself getting up at 3am to manage family needs, only to realize your own body is running on empty? Do you feel guilty for putting yo…

Are you a grandparent shouldering the daily stress of raising your grandchildren while quietly navigating your own chronic pain or health challenges? Have you found yourself getting up at 3am to manag…

Are you a grandparent shouldering the daily stress of raising your grandchildren while quietly navigating your own chronic pain or health challenges? Have you found yourself getting up at 3am to manage family needs, only to realize your own body is running on empty? Do you feel guilty for putting your medical needs last while caring for kids who have experienced trauma—kids who might be battling their own struggles with body image or eating?After becoming a kinship caregiver, I learned how easy it is to sacrifice your health for the sake of stability at home. In our community, we rarely talk…

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Laura Brazan July 13, 2026