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The Week on the Hill – March 26, 2021

A major political battle has broken out over voting rights, from the U.S. Senate to state capitols. It could also have an impact on how senators themselves vote, in the fight over the filibuster, which in turn could have a profound impact on President Biden’s domestic agenda. Also, what’s the future hold for the fencing…

649: Shay’s Weight Loss Journey – Weekly Updates

Shay is giving us weekly updates on her weight loss journey! Shay has been overweight since childhood, has attempted many diets and finally has found success! She’s already lost 88 pounds as of 1/31/20 and will be sharing her journey as reaches for her goal to lose another 50. Hear Shay’s journey and tips for…

Washington Post wine writer, Dave McIntyre, is a rare breed

As just one of a handful of weekly newspaper wine columnists in the country, Dave McIntyre is passionate about wine, climate change and local wines! We talk about why the world smells like wine, heavy bottle blues, Colorado Nebbiolo, and why it’s important to just “pay attention” when you drink wine. Drink in this delightful…

648: Amanda’s Diary – Entry 011

Wanna know what’s going on with me? Let me fill you in!    For personal training with me, email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ My cookbook: https://www.amandavalentinebites.com/product/bite-this-cookbook-vol1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Solutions Journalism tackles community problems

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Karen Magnuson, project director for the Solutions Journalism Network. They discuss what solutions journalism is, how it differs from investigative journalism and her new effort in New York and Michigan to apply solutions journalism to the topic of caregivers for the aging population.  Keep up with the…

647: Sports, Fitness and Balance With Whitney Mueller

Meet my new co-worker at Cincy 360 Fitness, Whitney! Whitney Mueller has a lifetime of experience behind her in sports and fitness and shares her passion in helping others reach their goals.    If you’re interested in personal training with Whitney, email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com       Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Generational Wealth: Overcoming Financial Debt

It is not about how much you make. It is more about how much your keep. Whether you make $30,000 or $300,000 annually, this doesn’t exempt you from living paycheck to paycheck. To overcome financial debt, you must first change your mindset and spending habits. In this episode, we share personal stories of our past…

646: All About Hernia With Dr. Jonathan Schilling

In this episode Dr. Jonathan Schilling from The Christ Hospital and personal trainer Nic Alessandrini join me to discuss everything about having a hernia. How to know if you have a hernia and how to take care of it before and after surgery. You can find Dr. Schilling at The Christ Hospital here: https://www.thechristhospital.com/physician-details?Provider=S4CT0W92CG  …

Patrick Devenny, former NFL player and recovering bulimic

Former NFL tight end Patrick Devenny joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about eating disorder recovery and treatment. He shares his personal struggle with eating disorders, why he decided to get treatment and why our culture should stop celebrating workout obsession.

The Week on the Hill – March 19, 2021

President Joe Biden and the Democratic Congress are looking ahead to major legislation on the nation’s infrastructure now that a COVID-19 relief package has been passed. But Republicans have reservations about new taxes, as well as concerns about how the administration is handling problems at the southern border. Can lawmakers find any common ground? WTOP…

645: Shay’s Weight Loss Journey – Weekly Updates

Shay is giving us weekly updates on her weight loss journey! Shay has been overweight since childhood, has attempted many diets and finally has found success! She’s already lost 88 pounds as of 1/31/20 and will be sharing her journey as reaches for her goal to lose another 50. Hear Shay’s journey and tips for…

Father-daughter duo bring love, dedication to Sonoma winemaking

Not many daughters would say this about working with their dad every day; “We have so much respect and love for each other and it’s so much fun to work together that it just works.” But that is exactly how Helene Seillan describes her relationship with her father, famed vigneron Pierre Seillan. Together, they craft…

Making sure Wikipedia shows that Women Do News

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Angilee Shah and Jareen Imam about the Women Do News campaign, which is creating Wikipedia entries for women in news to help raise their profiles and credibility. Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Also,…

Title: Target USA –Ep. 268 | Bill Evanina Speaks

The recently retired Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center goes into detail about the threats, challenges and capabilities of the hostile nation states facing the U.S. We’ve waited several years for this, unrestrained interview. He doesn’t disappoint.

644: How Tracy Has Maintained Her 101 Pound Weight Loss

Tracy Lakes has lost over 100 pounds following WW and has maintained for several years. In this episode hear about the ups and downs of weight loss maintenance.   Follow Tracy’s journey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ww_transformingtracy/     For personal training with me at Cincy 360 Fitness email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Better News: COVID-19 timeline helps newsroom attract new subscribers

Randi Stevenson is an executive producer at the San Antonio Express-News. She and Joy-Marie Scott and Chris Quinn wrote an article for Better News back in November about how the Express-News used a COVID-19 timeline to drive subscriptions. On this episode of the Better News podcast, Stevenson shares what she and her colleagues learned by…

643: Mindfulness And Fitness With Nic Alessandrini

Meet my new co-worker at Cincy 360 Fitness, Nic! Nic is an amazing personal trainer with a passion for fitness. In this episode, hear how Nic has worked with kids in fitness, instructed martial arts and now brings his mindful, positive energy to everyone as a personal trainer at Cincy 360. Find Nic on Instagram…

Kristina Kuzmic, author

‘Hold on But Don’t Hold Still’ author and mom of three, Kristina Kuzmic, joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about overcoming ALL the things. She has been through sexual assault, miscarriage, divorce and was once living on food stamps. Kristina shares how she built her brand and her best life, giving tons of parenting tips…

642: Shay’s Weight Loss Journey – Weekly Updates

Shay is giving us weekly updates on her weight loss journey! Shay has been overweight since childhood, has attempted many diets and finally has found success! She’s already lost 88 pounds as of 1/31/20 and will be sharing her journey as reaches for her goal to lose another 50. Hear Shay’s journey and tips for…

Siblings Jeff and Mark Pisoni have very different talents but one shared vision

Mark Pisoni works in the vineyards while his brother, Jeff, is responsible for making the wines from their three different sites in the Santa Lucia Highlands in California’s Central Coast. This unique brother team is rare in the wine industry, but their two-heads-are-better-than-one approach results in some world class Pinot Noir! Drink in this episode…

Journalism charter school inspires DC’s young writers

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Dr. Marco Clark, founder and CEO of the Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism and Media Arts in Washington, D.C. He explains how educational issues in his own childhood made him passionate about helping students have more of a voice in their own education and why…

A conversation with Mariah Phillips – Founder of E3 Digital

Elly talks with Mariah Phillips a former high school classmate of hers at the Institute of Notre Dame in Baltimore Maryland, who is now a multi-million dollar online fundraising strategist, digital sales wiz, and founder of E3 Digital, a Baltimore, Maryland-based digital marketing agency.

Birth Stories: Part 2

Birth plans change, especially when you’ve been through the process before! Listen to the hilarious moments as Aly and Monique, along with their spouses, reflect on the births of Jake and Chase!

641: How Leah’s Love For Yoga Turned Into A Career In Fitness

Meet my new co-worker at Cincy 360 Fitness, Leah! Leah is an amazing personal trainer with a passion for yoga. In this episode, hear how Leah’s love for yoga helped her make a career change into fitness.  Find Leah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/leahtrainer360/ Practice yoga with Leah here: https://www.practiceyogacincinnati.com/ If you’re interested in personal training…

Kimberly Friedmutter, author and hypnotherapist

Author and hypnotherapist Kimberly Friedmutter joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about unlocking a life bigger than you’ve ever imagined, connecting with those who have transitioned from the physical life, hypnotic “hacks” that you can use to tap into your subconscious power and retraining your husband to respond the way you want him to respond…

The Week on the Hill – March 5, 2021

The Senate is pressing ahead with President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion relief package, just over a year after the first COVID-19 cases were reported in the U.S. And more troubling testimony before Congress related to the response to the Jan. 6 insurrection.

640: Shay’s Weight Loss Journey – Weekly Updates

Shay is giving us weekly updates on her weight loss journey! Shay has been overweight since childhood, has attempted many diets and finally has found success! She’s already lost 88 pounds as of 1/31/20 and will be sharing her journey as reaches for her goal to lose another 50. Hear Shay’s journey and tips for…

WFT FreeAgency Wish List, Terps Basketball Takes & Wiz 2nd Half Outlook

The DMV Sports Roundtable featuring Jamal Bowens, Chris Cichon and Frank Hanrahan discuss the latest happenings with our local teams! This week’s show includes a conversation about the biggest needs position-wise for Washington and whether the loss versus Northwestern for Maryland is cause for major concern.

Axios newsletter tackles local news in Tampa Bay

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Selene San Felice, a new reporter with Axios in Tampa Bay. She discusses her newfound respect for newsletters, the importance of local news and why her new outlet will help lift up what others might consider the competition.  Keep up with the latest news about the It’s…

639: Total Body Workouts vs Split Routines With Josh Garrett

Personal Trainer and Cincy 360 Fitness owner Josh Garrett and I discuss the benefits of a full body exercise routine and a split exercise routine. Email Josh about training: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com Find Josh’s website here: https://www.cincy360fitness.com/     Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

638: Amanda’s Diary – Entry 010

Wanna know what’s going on with me? Let me fill you in!    For personal training with me, email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ My cookbook: https://www.amandavalentinebites.com/product/bite-this-cookbook-vol1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Dr. Seema Yasmin, author and journalist

Dr. Seema Yasmin, author of Viral BS: Medical Myths and Why We Fall For Them joins Squats and Margaritas to talk Covid-19 misinformation, whether vaccines cause autism and whether or not you should eat your placenta! We also tackle the blatant misogyny in the medical journalism world and why some say, Dr. Yasmin is “too…

The Week on the Hill – Feb. 27, 2021

The House has approved President Joe Biden’s nearly $2 trillion covid relief package, sending it on to the Senate. And Congress is still reeling from the Jan. 6 insurrection, trying to find out more about what led to the massive security breach. WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.”

637: Shay’s Weight Loss Journey – Weekly Updates

Shay is giving us weekly updates on her weight loss journey! Shay has been overweight since childhood, has attempted many diets and finally has found success! She’s already lost 88 pounds as of 1/31/20 and will be sharing her journey as reaches for her goal to lose another 50. Hear Shay’s journey and tips for…

Tablas Creek brings a bit of Chateauneuf du Pape to California

There are over 3,000 different grape varieties grown around the world, but Jason Haas, the second-generation proprietor and general manager at Tablas Creek Vineyards in Central Coast California, brings all 15 of the grapes found in the Southern Rhone region of France in their vineyards to make wines inspired by Chateauneuf du Pape but still…

Gulf States Newsroom launches to share regional stories nationally

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Priska Neely, managing editor of the new Gulf States Newsroom project from NPR. She talks about her career in journalism and the new initiative to help tell important stories from Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi across the region and the nation. Keep up with the latest news about…