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Nov. 11, 2024

Choosing Happiness: Navigating Grief and Finding Joy with Heather Hil…

I sit down with Heather, who shares her personal journey through loss and healing. Together, we explore the complexities of grief and how it can coexist with moments of joy. Heather offers invaluable insights on embracing vul...

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Nov. 1, 2024

Three Years of Interviews: Crafting Conversations That Connect

Join us in this special 3rd anniversary episode of "Learning From Friends" as we celebrate three incredible years of storytelling and connection! In this milestone, we dive deep into the art of the interview, reflecting on ho...

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Sept. 30, 2024

How Faith Shapes Us: A Conversation with Minister Daniel Welker

I am thrilled to have Minister Daniel Welker join us as a guest for the second time on the podcast. Our episode provides an opportunity to catch up on Minister Welker's remarkable journey over the past two years. We will …

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Sept. 16, 2024

Cee Jay’s Money Moves: Turning Opportunities into Wealth

I sit with Cee Jay in this episode to dive into his inspiring financial journey. From putting in extra hours and seizing every opportunity to create multiple income streams, Cee Jay's relentless work ethic and determination h...

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Sept. 2, 2024

Unveiling Humanity: Conversations with Social Artist Joe Dreher aka J…

In this episode, part 2 of 2, we continue to delve into the fascinating world of JOEKINGATL's passion for social art. Join us as we explore JOEKINGATL's unique art story and uncover the journey that led to its creations. Disc...

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Aug. 19, 2024

Unveiling Humanity: Conversations with Social Artist Joe Dreher aka J…

In this episode, part 1 of 2, we delve into the fascinating world of JOEKINGATL's passion for social art. Join us as we explore JOEKINGATL's unique art story and uncover the journey that led to its creation. Discover the insp...

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Aug. 12, 2024

Focus and Click: Ari Ivers’ of Mad Woman Studios, Love Affair with Ph…

"Focus and Click: Ari Ivers' of Mad Woman Studios, Love Affair with Photography" is a captivating journey through the lens of Ari Ivers, a talented photographer whose passion for capturing moments is evident in every frame. F...

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July 29, 2024

Breaking the Stigma: A Nurse & Wife's Perspective on Mental Health w/…

Welcome back to part 2 of Tori Arnold's powerful story of being a devoted advocate for mental illness. In this episode we continue her first-hand experiences in supporting her husband through his battles with schizoaffective ...

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July 15, 2024

Breaking the Stigma: A Nurse & Wife's Perspective on Mental Health w/…

Join us for an insightful and moving part 1 of 2 podcast episodes as we delve into the powerful story of nurse and wife Tori Arnold, who has been a devoted advocate for mental illness. Tori courageously shares her first-hand …

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July 1, 2024

How Rachel Turner's Creative Writing Adventures Shaped Her Identity: …

In this epsiode, guest host Brandy Stegall sits down with one of her best friends, Rachel Turner, to explore Rachel's creative writing journey. Brandy delves into Rachel's life beyond motherhood and how her writing has impact...

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June 17, 2024

Keeping Native American History Alive: A Passionate Discusion w/ Zack…

In this episode, we delve into the rich and complex history of Native Americans. We explore the importance of nature in their culture, and how it shaped their beliefs and way of life. We also discuss the unique governance of …

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June 3, 2024

Keeping Native American History Alive: A Passionate Discussion w/ Zac…

In this special episode, we are joined by Zack Bob Thompson to discuss Native American history and culture. We start by discussing his early introduction to Native American history as a child and how that sparked a lifelong p...

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May 20, 2024

How the Byess Family Navigates Parenthood: A Special Family Day Episo…

Happy in-between Mother's and Father's Day, everyone. Whether you are a parent, guardian, family member, or friend, it takes a village to raise children. I recently had the opportunity to sit and listen to the Byess family ab...

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May 6, 2024

Britney LeCroy Shares Her Passion of Being a Health & Fitness Coach (…

In this part 1 episode of a 2 part series, I sit down with Britney LeCroy, a health and fitness coach for BODi ( ⁠www.beachbody.com⁠ ). Britney shares her expertise on fitness programs, mental health, mindset, habit-building,...

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April 22, 2024

Britney LeCroy Shares Her Passion of Being a Health & Fitness Coach (…

In this part 1 episode of a 2 part series, I sit down with Britney LeCroy, a health and fitness coach for BODi ( www.beachbody.com ). Britney shares her expertise on fitness programs, mental health, mindset, habit-building, f...

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April 8, 2024

Thomas Paterson From History Cherokee, Helps Us Explore the County (G…

I enjoyed speaking with Thomas Paterson (Development and Communications Coordinator) from History Cherokee. We delved into the rich history of Cherokee County, Georgia, and how the Historical Society preserves it. Thomas talk...

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April 1, 2024

The Zin Zin & Zorro Story

In this episode, I sit down with two special guests—my wife and I's cats, Zin Zin and Zorro! We wanted to learn more about the lives of our two fascinating felines, so I invited them to share their stories. If …

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March 25, 2024

Theories on Aliens & Bigfoot w/ Zack Thompson (Part 2 of 2)

Welcome back to part two of our conversation, where we continue to explore the centuries-old conspiracy theories surrounding aliens and Bigfoot, captivating audiences with tales of mysterious sightings and encounters. Books /...

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March 11, 2024

Conspiracy Theories on Aliens & Bigfoot w/ Zack Bob Thompson (Part 1 …

There's always been a certain fascination with the unknown, and few things are more mysterious than the possibility of alien life and the existence of Bigfoot. On this podcast episode, we'll be diving into some of the most in...

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Feb. 26, 2024

Duelist Aidan Collins on the World of Yu-Gi-Oh Card Gaming (Part 2 of…

Links to connect with Aidan: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/hawksnestgaming/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hawksnesttcg/?hl=en⁠ ⁠https://hawksnestgaming.tcgplayerpro.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@hawksnestgaming96⁠ If you have any...

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Feb. 12, 2024

Duelist Aidan Collins on the World of Yu-Gi-Oh Card Gaming (Part 1 of…

I enjoyed speaking with Aidan Collins about the popular card-playing game Yu-Gi-Oh in today's episode. In this first part of a two-episode series, we delve into the game's history, layout, and card types. We also discuss how ...

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Jan. 29, 2024

Let's Discuss the Issues of Stereotypes & Double Standards w/ Paron P…

Paron and I pick back up in our discussion on stereotypes and double standards. We bring in several elements to consider while you are listening, such as the importance of recognizing the impact of censorship and social media...

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Jan. 15, 2024

Let's Discuss the Issues of Stereotypes w/ Paron Part 1

In this episode, I speak with a former guest, Paron, about the prevalent social issue of stereotypes that we all face daily. Together, we will explore our thoughts on why we believe stereotypes exist, their impact on our live...

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