Miami University sex educator Richelle Frabotta and I dive into a discussion about sexual self care, connection and confidence.  **Disclaimer** This episode does have adult language and discusses adult themes.  Learn more about Richelle here: https://sosecs.com/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Building a brand is not just about selling a product or service. It’s more about providing an experience and creating a personal connection with your consumers. There’s a reason some businesses make it to the top and others fail. This episode will teach you the keys to branding success! Monique, Chris and Aly are joined…

ELMNTL Fitness is all about outdoor functional fitness. In this episode ELMNTL owner Kevin Wimmer shares his love for outdoor fitness and how he’s helping other gym differently.  Find ELMNTL Fitness here: https://www.elmntlfitness.com/ On Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/elmntlfitness/     For personal training with me at Cincy 360 Fitness email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/…

Tanteo Tequila CEO Neil Grosscup joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about building a brand, finding that work/life balance, how tequila is made and what to look for when choosing a good one!

Karen is back, and opens up about the danger for trans women of color, her Ted Talk, and transitioning from Tony to Karen. Karen Kendra Holmes, has been named, Soldier of the Year, received the Governor’s Crime Prevention Award, and was named one of the “Top 50 Successful Transgender Americans You Need to Know”. Music…

Katie Musselman shares a deeply personal and troubling story about her discovery that her sisters’ husbands “are racist”. It’s led her to question how her family feels about her.

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…

Valerie and Philip Von Burg may come from two different worlds, but they found each other. Then they founded the Wine Foundry, where they get as much joy making wine for others as much as for their own brand. Today, they’re making over 300 different wines for custom individual brands as well as over 20…

It’s a date conspiracy theorists say Donald Trump will return to Washington “to reclaim the Presidency”. It won’t happen, but former Deputy Director of the Secret Service, A.T. Smith says law enforcement are prepared.

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell is joined by Mará Rose Williams, a 22-year education reporter with the Kansas City Star and co-creator of the paper’s series, “The Truth in Black and White.” The series began with an apology for the paper’s white-washing of history and failing to adequately cover the lives and losses of…

Answering your questions! Today’s question: Can overweight people do Pilates?    Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Two in a row for the Wiz: Can Washington keep it rolling? The Huddle featuring WTOP Sports Anchors Dave Johnson, Dave Preston, Rob Woodfork, Chris Cichon, and George Wallace previews the Nats 2021 Season and dives into more WFT QB talk as well.

Answering your questions! Today’s question: How do I stay motivated through a plateau?    Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Anjanette Delgado is the senior news director for digital at the Detroit Free Press. She recently wrote an article for the American Press Institute’s Better News initiative about the paper’s community impact report. Better News host Michael O’Connell talks to Delgado about how newsrooms can create their own reports to measure the effect local journalism…

Answering your questions! Today’s question: How do I stop bored eating?   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Dr. Mani Kukreja, founder of LivAgeWell, joins Squats and Margaritas to share her natural immunity boosters but ends up sharing every wellness tip that you will ever need (grab a pen and paper!) from the importance of sleep and eating according to your circadian rhythm to skincare secrets, and how sugar is wrecking our immunity…

The second Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump has moved swiftly toward a conclusion, with both Republicans and Democrats ready to move on. But not before an extensive examination of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Separated at the border, will migrant families ever be reunited and can the Biden administration improve their outlook? Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera, Assistant Professor at George Mason’s Schar School of Policy and Government; and Alfred Corchado, Mexico-Border Correspondent for the Dallas Morning News break down the complicated realities.

Jamal Bowens, Chris Cichon, Frank Hanrahan and George Wallace discuss the hottest topics when it comes to sports inside the beltway. The guys break down Quarterback options for the Washington Football team after the announcement that Heinecke will be back in 2021. The Washington Wizards keep losing: Who’s to blame? College Hoops including the state…

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…

Self-proclaimed ski bum Travis Todd and tech entrepreneur Chris Andrew have no formal training or experience in winemaking, yet they jumped into the deep end of the wine pool with their first vintage at De la Boue in the Willamette Valley. The result: two wines as charming and complex as these two friends. One learned…

Natalia Arno, President of the Free Russia Society says it was probably no accident that Dr. Sergei Maximishin died suddenly. He treated Vladimir Putin’s nemesis Alexei Navalny, after he was poisoned in Russia last year.

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Britney Dennison, deputy director of the Global Reporting Centre in Vancouver. She talks about empowerment journalism and the culmination of several years’ worth of work, a new series for PBS Newshour called Turning Points.  Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign…

Meal tracking can be a very important tool for your weight loss journey. In this episode I’ll explain why…   For personal training with me, email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Elly talks with Angie Kilcullen, artist and founder of MissPrints & Masterpieces about the impact covid has had both personally and professionally, how her business helped pull her out of the funk, they also talk a little about logistics and fostering organic followings through authentic connections. Also – when they recorded this episode it was…

How often are you defined by a moment or a title? You are more than what you do on a daily basis and should be acknowledged for all of your accomplishments. We discuss ways to change your life’s story for the better. Torrei Hart joins Monique, Chris and Aly for the discussion.

Breakup Bootcamp author Amy Chan talks about “re-wiring your heart” after a break-up, why we choose the relationships that we do (hello, childhood trauma!), and how the ultimate goal should be finding self-love not the next relationship!

He was an early member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and shares memories about how the organization was started, and the inception of Black History Month. He explains how people like Marion Barry, Stokely Carmichael, Pete Seeger and Bob Dylan blazed the trail that many in the Black Lives Matter movement follow today.

The House and Senate have taken steps that are critical to the eventual passage of President Joe Biden’s nearly $2 trillion COVID-19 relief package. They set up a process in which Democrats can muscle through the plan without Republican support, as a divided Senate prepares for the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump.

Jamal Bowens, Chris Cichon and Frank Hanrahan preview the Super Bowl down in Tampa between the Bucs and the Chiefs. Who are some of the X-factors that will be key to their respective side hoisting the Lombardi Trophy? Should the Washington Football Team 2020 season be deemed a success? Are the Wizards capable of getting…

On this episode, Peter Rosenstein talks to Jimmy about working for Congresswoman Bella S. Abzug and President Carter, advising different Mayors of Washington D.C., being a columnist for Washington Blade and Huffington Post, leading the fight for marriage-equality in the District of Columbia, and why he waited till his 30s to come out.  Music provided…

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…

You can’t spell winner without Winn … head sommelier at Bourbon Steak inside the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington, DC. Winn shares his wine pairings for a few of Tampa Bay and Kansas City’s famed cuisine. His picks just might surprise – and delight – you. Drink in this fun episode with the talented palate…

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Blake Baumgartner, a freelance sports writer from Naperville, Illinois. They discuss Blake’s passion for sports and the difficulties he’s faced as a reporter with cerebral palsy.  Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign up for our weekly email newsletter.

Anders Aslund, Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, studies Russian politics, corruption and economic issues says Navalny has backed Putin into a corner and the world is watching what Putin does.

WTOP Sports Anchors Chris Cichon, Dave Johnson, Rob Woodfork and Dave Preston discuss the haul for Matthew Stafford and debate whether Washington should “mortgage the farm” to acquire Deshaun Watson. Chris makes an argument for some of the prospects in the NFL draft while Rob argues for a certain reunification between coach and veteran QB….

Living a healthy lifestyle gets challenging when your significant other doesn’t live the same way. In this episode I discuss how I handle this personally and give some advice.   For personal training with me, email: Info@Cincy360Fitness.com Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

From being obese and hating exercise for most of my life to becoming a personal trainer – it’s wild!  After 2+ years of hearing personal trainer and Cincy 360 Fitness owner Josh Garrett on this podcast – now hear him as we discuss him being my new boss in this episode!  After months of studying,…

Project Heal CEO Rebecca Eyre discusses the root causes and stigmas attached to eating disorders as well as the barriers to receiving treatment. Erin is enlightened to learn that she isn’t as “healed” as she thought she was and still has a lot of self-work to do.

Harold Reynolds, former MLB All Star and co-host of the MLB channel’s Hot Stove LIVE and WTOP News anchor and baseball aficionado Shawn Anderson join COLORS to reveal little known details about Aaron’s baseball career and his gigantic impact on civil rights in the U.S.

President Joe Biden wants bipartisan support for his nearly $2 trillion COVID-19 relief package. But ahead of the upcoming Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump, it’s looking like Democrats are ready to go it alone.

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…

Old Town Cellars on Main Street in Park City is changing the wine culture in Utah, one glass at a time. Former ski-jumper-turned-sommelier Stephen MacKay and business-savvy Jason Morgan were childhood friends who reconnected to start the first on-site wine production facility in Park City. The result is an avalanche of great wine. Drink in…

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell is joined by Michael De Dora, Washington advocacy manager with the Committee to Protect Journalists. They discuss the sharp increase in attacks against American journalists in 2020 and what might be in store for the press under a new administration.  Keep up with the latest news about the It’s…

Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler, Sr. Director of the Counter Extremism Project and A.T. Smith, former Deputy Director of the Secret Service examine what motivates those looking to engage in this violence and; we hear about international terror threats as well.

Wanna know what’s going on with me? Let me fill you in!    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/

Elly Rowe talks with Catie Hicks co-owner of the Trailhouse, an outdoor apparel and gear store in downtown Frederick, Maryland. Catie’s background is also in media and she and Elly were coworkers and cubemates for years. Ultimately she left the corporate world to help transition into the family business and over the last year she’s…

When it comes to generational wealth, most of us want to talk about how to make and keep our money but we don’t want to talk about what happens to it all when we die. Monique, Chris and Aly break it down to the basics with Martha Sotelo. Martha is a principal in the law…

Meagen Springer Deck is a physical therapist in Cincinnati, and has been incredibly helpful in getting me out of pain in the past 2 months from issues I’ve been having over a year.  In this episode learn how Meagen is helping people get out of pain with her physical therapy, and in shape with her…