After months of begging, Kendra of Anxious Moms, finally agreed to put her anxiety aside and join the Squats and Margaritas podcast! We’re talking postpartum anxiety, how it affects your relationship, coping mechanisms and signs to look for in your kids, working mom guilt, Zoloft and trying to be perfect!
Rachel Chason of the Washington Post, who covered both the BLM protest and the Capitol riot joins the COLORS crew to discuss the very obvious differences in the security responses.
President Joe Biden is trying to quickly implement new policies and a new approach to dealing with the coronavirus, while the U.S. Senate prepares for a second impeachment trial of former President Trump – which has been delayed until February.
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…
Nate and Lauren Belden came from very different upbrings as well as opposite ends of the country. Yet somehow the cowboy and the Manhattanite met, married and together have grown a thriving wine following at Belden Barnes in Sonoma County. Drink in this episode to find out how this “Green Acres” couple has developed a…
Will Martin Mayhew and Marty Hurney be good additions to the front office? Will the Chiefs head back to the Super Bowl with a chance to repeat? Rodgers or Brady?? And will the Wizards play another game??
CLAUDE AND KEVIN BOLDLY GO WHERE NO MAN WAS SUPPOSED TO BE GOING! FEARLESS!
It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell is joined by freelance journalist Lisa Khoury to discuss her new investigative piece, The Real Housemaids of Beirut. She reports on the disturbing abuse of domestic workers and maids in Lebanon who have very little protection or recourse against their employers. Keep up with the latest news about the…
Marc Polymeropoulos and Douglas London, two retired CIA clandestine officers discuss how the US’s adversaries will try to use the imagery from the riot to disparage the U.S. They also talk about how to track down those responsible.
Alex Carson, Senior Heart Challenge Director at the American Heart Association, joins me in this episode to discuss how the Mini My Way Challenge and the Heart Mini virtual events can help you become the healthiest version of you. Join my Heart Mini team here: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR/HeartWalk/MWA-MidWestAffiliate?px=20649926&pg=personal&fr_id=5731 More details on the event here: https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=5731&pg=entry …
The WTOP Sports staff recaps the week and looks ahead to the biggest matchups and most important storylines that sports fans need to know.
Desiree Mize joins Squats and Margaritas to share how she lost 160 pounds (HALF of her body weight!), what keeps her motivated during this crazy time in the world and how she keeps the balance between maintaining her healthy weight and still enjoying her life.
President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in at a Jan. 20 inauguration that will take place exactly two weeks after an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, which is now surrounded by unprecedented security. President Donald Trump will leave office, but he still faces a Senate impeachment trial.
WTOP News Anchor Stephanie Gaines-Bryant and Sydney McKinney, Executive Director of the National Black Women’s Justice Institute explain how Black girls are marginalized and treated differently than white girls. They share solutions to an overlooked problem.
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…
An update in the case after nearly two years: Daron Wint’s lawyers have filed an appeal seeking to throw out his conviction and asking for a new trial. Hosts Megan Cloherty and Jack Moore head back into the studio to discuss the latest development. “22 Hours: An American Nightmare” is a production of WTOP News…
Steve Dutton is a fifth generation Californian and together with his brother, they farm over 1,200 acres of land in Sonoma County. He is joined on the podcast by his fiancé, Karissa Kruse, President of the Sonoma County Winegrowers. Together, they talk about the history of Dutton Ranch, Sonoma County, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, wine bras,…
It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell speaks with Mazin? ?Sidahmed?, founder of the immigration publication Documented. They discuss how WhatsApp has become Documented’s distribution network and why listening to the immigration and refugee community changed the course of his work. Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign up for…
Who was behind the riot on Jan 6th that led to 5 deaths at the U.S. Capitol? What will the fallout be? Senator Mark Warner and former Deputy Director of the Secret Service A.T. Smith discuss a dark chapter in American history.
THIS SHOW SHOULD HAVE BEEN ABOUT A DREAM NIGHT FOR TAYLOR, BUT SOME TRAITORS TRIED TO VIOLENTLY OVERTHROW THE SEAT OF DEMOCRACY. IF YOU THINK WE AINT TALKING ABOUT THAT, THEN JUST THROW YOUR PHONE OUT THE WINDOW RIGHT NOW! THE GUYS DISCUSS THE LOSS ON THE FIELD…AND THE LOSERS AT THE CAPITOL
Dr. Monica Sullivan is a family care physician at The Christ Hospital Health Network. In this episode we discuss mental health, when it’s a good time to see a doctor and some solutions. Find Dr. Sullivan here: https://www.thechristhospital.com/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
Elly talks with Roxy about the art of the pivot, what it’s like feeling scared as an entrepreneur and what her strategies for success look like!
The motherhood obsession is very real. Discover how to find balance with a new baby, and how being a new mom has changed the outlook on life of our special guest Hazel-E (Arica Tiffany Adams) of “Love & Hip Hop” fame.
Corinne Chin and Lauren Frohne are video journalists at The Seattle Times. They wrote a piece for Better News on how the Times is using Slack to lower barriers, expose insensitivity, and allow conversations about cultural issues that can arise from their stories. Better News host Michael O’Connell talks to Chin about how newsrooms can…
Rebecca Potzner took the lemons that 2020 gave her and turned them into lemonade. In this episode hear how Becca is becoming healthier and how she lost 49 pounds in 2020. Find Becca on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/beckuhbeck 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/
No Excuse Mom, Maria Kang, joins Squats and Margaritas to share how one polarizing photo went viral and sparked a No Excuse Mom movement. She also shares her story of overcoming an eating disorder and how she balances her businesses as a wife and mom to three young boys.
WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller was in the U.S. Capitol as mobs of pro-Trump demonstrators broke in and roamed through the corridors of the historic building. This is his firsthand account.
An emotional show probing the deadly riot on Capitol Hill and why the response was so different from the Black Lives Matter protests.
Frank Hanrahan, Jamal Bowens and Chris Cichon break down the Saturday night showdown at FedEx Field. The guys discuss the side/total they prefer and if there is a formula for Washington to advance. Ravens/Titans is also analyzed and Frank also talks about a tournament featuring the top high school basketball products in our area. Oh…
An inside, up-close look at the violence, death, destruction and panic triggered by a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters at the US. Capitol and the what likely was happening at the White House. Mitchell Miller from WTOP and former White House Situation Room Director Larry Pfeiffer join us.
In case you missed this episode…Josh Garrett has been my trainer for almost 2 years now, working on trying to correct my imbalances and injuries. In this episode, Josh wanted to learn more about how I started my journey and how I put things into motion to get where I am today. Email Josh…
In case you missed this episode…Dr. Ashley Solomon, clinical psychologist, and I chat all about burnout. The signs to recognize if you have burnout, and some solutions. Find more resources from Dr. Solomon here: https://galiacollaborative.com/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/galiacollaborative/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Liliana Lopez, editor of La Estrella de Tucson, a weekly Spanish-language paper in Arizona. They discuss what she learned from the American Press Institute’s Community Listening Fellowship and how she put that information to use to help the Latinx community during the pandemic. Keep up with the…
WHO KNEW THAT PHILLY HATED N.Y. SO MUCH? AFTER COACH PEDERSON PULLS A “NO MAS” A LA ROBERTO DURAN, THE W WELCOMES BRADY AND THE BUCS IN THE FIRST ROUND OF PLAYOFF ACTION. DISGRUNTLED, BUT ALWAYS PROFFESSIONAL, GIANTS FAN RODNEY HENDERSON JOINS KEVIN AND CLAUDE TO BREAK IT ALL DOWN+
In case you missed this episode…Heather Robertson has lost over 170 pounds by learning new eating habits, getting regular exercise, and changing her mindset. Heather shares her own lessons and struggles in this episode, as well as her own podcast…Half Size Me. Find Heather’s website here: https://www.halfsizeme.com/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ My cookbook: https://www.amandavalentinebites.com/product/bite-this-cookbook-vol1/…
In case you missed this earlier episode…Sex and sexuality can change through a weight loss journey. In this episode, Miami University sex educator Richelle Frabotta and I discuss the role body image and sexuality play through weight loss. **Disclaimer** This episode does have adult language and discusses adult themes. Learn more about Richelle here: https://miamioh.edu/ehs/about/partnerships-centers/centers/sesc/about/staff/ …
How good are you with your finances? How difficult is the road to financial freedom? How do you accumulate wealth and understand the value of a dollar if you didn’t come from a background where you were taught how to save money? Monique, Chris and Aly welcome special guest Buffie Purselle, author of “Crawl Before…
In case you missed this episode…If you follow Jordan Syatt on social media or his podcast, you know that he’s all about straight forward, no BS weight loss truths. Jordan is a trainer and coach that has worked with some pretty influential people like Gary Vaynerchuk. In this episode we discuss mindset, carbs, plateaus, fat…
Sarah Fucinari has been on an amazing journey. From obesity and binge eating, to weight loss surgery and under eating, to becoming a successful personal trainer and nutrition coach. In this episode hear Sarah share her personal and professional knowledge of how eating more may be the key to your weight loss. Find Sarah on…
Fitness trainer and #1 New York Times best-selling author Jackie Warner discusses the incident that ended her career in entertainment, why our culture should stop celebrating obesity, why you should day drink vs. having cocktails at night, and why she says being a gay woman can be a career death sentence.
Dr. Anthony Fauci rejoins JJ and Chris to urge reluctant people of COLOR to get the vaccine, despite their well founded reticence. He also talks about mutations and why there’s hope ahead.
Answering your questions! Today’s question: How do you stick to healthy eating and exercise while dealing with depression and anxiety? Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell is rejoined by Dave Bidini, co-founder of The Rheostatics and the West End Phoenix, a Toronto-based broadsheet newspaper. They discuss The Americans, a special edition published just before the November election in which ex-pats living in Toronto write about what it’s like to observe the U.S. from across the…
Former Deputy DNI Sue Gordon explains the danger and damage of a recent, massive cyber hack and why Russia is the likely culprit.
It’s All Journalism honors the memory of Tiffany Shackelford, a long-time friend and supporter of our podcast, by reposting our conversation with her from April 2013. We offer our condolences to Tiffany’s family.
In this special episode, Scott Greenberg, the Vine Guy, shares his personal recommendations for affordable and delicious Champagnes and Sparkling Wines to ring in the New Year. Wines Reviewed Include: Non-vintage Gervais Gobillard Brut Authentique Champagne Non-vintage Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne Non-vintage Montaudon Grande Rose Brut Champagne 2011 Bertrand-Delespierre Origines…
Answering your questions! Today’s question: How do you restart weight loss after 2020? For more information on virtual and in person Pilates classes at Shellates: https://www.shellates.com/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
Elly talks with Megan about her cookbook and what it was like to suddenly find herself out of a job in the beginning of the pandemic, the experience of being a woman in a male dominated industry, and also finding your power and wielding it with a force that makes you formidable no matter what…
WIN AND WE’RE IN! WTOP RADIO’S GEORGE WALLACE (@GWALLACEWTOP) JOINS THE ACTION. YOU KNOW, ALL YEAR LONG WE’VE DEALT WITH CORONA. SEEMS ONLY FITTING TO END IT WITH A HEINECKE!
Answering your questions! Today’s question:What are workouts that promote fat burning at rest? Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/