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The Week on the Hill – April 30, 2021

President Joe Biden’s infrastructure proposals now total more than $4 trillion and Congress has begun what’s expected to be a lot of complicated give-and-take over initiatives that are the largest in a generation. WTOP Capitol Hill correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.”

666: 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…

FFR SPECIAL LIVE DRAFT EDITION aka FOUR ADDITIONAL EXPERTS

WE KNOW WHAT YOU GUYS THINK…MAINLY BECAUSE YOU’VE BEEN TELLING US FOR THE PAST 5 MONTHS. NOW YOU GET TO HEAR WHAT WE THINK! IT’S CLAUDE…ITS KEV…IT’S RODNEY HENDERSON….IT’S MANNY…IT’S DRAFT NIGHT! AND IT’S LATE! WHY CAN’T THEY START THIS THING AT 3 IN THE AFTERNOON?

Herbie Hancock

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley celebrates International Jazz Day by chatting with Herbie Hancock about his Miles Davis roots and why Snoop Dogg says he invented hip-hop.

Making wine and making music have more in common than you think

Famed winemaker Jean-Nicolas Méo (of Domaine Méo-Camuzet in Burgundy, France) and legendary co-founder of IRS Records (think Police, REM, The Go-Go’s, etc.) Jay Boberg met serendipitously at a party in Philadelphia over 25 years ago. Their friendship has led to a remarkable collaboration in Willamette Valley, Oregon, where they make outstanding wines that, “we like…

Dean Norris

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with actor Dean Norris about the legacy of “Breaking Bad” and his new CBS sitcom “The United States of Al.”

Politico project shows just how white and male statehouses remain

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks to Angela Greiling Keane, Renuka Rayasam, and Allan James Vestal about Politico’s data-rich project, Why state legislatures are still very white — and very male, which examines how statehouses are less diverse than the communities they represent. Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast,…

Boyz II Men

WTOP’s Jason Fraley chats with Nathan Morris of Boyz II Men, the top-selling R&B group of all time who released their debut hit “Motownphilly” 30 years ago this week.

664: Daily Weigh In – When Your Goal Weight Isn’t Enough

Answering your questions! Today’s question: What happens when your goal weight isn’t enough?   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Judy Heumann

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with Judy Heumann, pioneer of the Disability Rights Movement, about bringing the Netflix documentary “Crip Camp” to the Oscars and her decades-long fight for equality.

663: Daily Weigh In – How Important Is BMI?

Answering your questions! Today’s question: How important is BMI?   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/

Where local entertainment stands

With local theaters and venues shuttered during the pandemic, artists went virtual and drive-in theaters blossomed. But were local artists able to survive this past year? Are any D.C.-area venues closed for good? And will movie theaters make a come-back or will streaming reign supreme? Tune in and find out with WTOP entertainment editor Jason…

662: Pelvic Floor Health With Urogynecologist Dr. Aparna Shah

In this episode Dr. Aparna Shah and I discuss the importance and the health of your pelvic floor. Everything from symptoms of pelvic floor disorders to methods of strengthening your pelvic floor to when you need medical attention. You can find Dr. Shah at The Christ Hospital here: https://www.thechristhospital.com/physician-details?Provider=S3H40TSB86       Find me on…

Zibby Owens, author and podcaster

Author Zibby Owens, an award-winning podcaster and “New York City’s Most Powerful Bookfluencer,” joins Squats and Margaritas to talk momming during a pandemic, the devastating impact COVID-19 has had on her family and what it’s like to be an anxious perfectionist — just like Erin!

Arch Campbell

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with friend, mentor and longtime Washington D.C. movie critic Arch Campbell, who celebrates his 75th birthday on Oscar Sunday. How fitting.

The Week on the Hill – April 23, 2021

President Joe Biden is preparing to give his first address before a joint session of Congress, as lawmakers deal with a wide range of issues, including police reform, costly infrastructure improvements and whether D.C. should become the nation’s 51st state. WTOP Capitol Hill Correspondent Mitchell Miller has “The Week on the Hill.”

661: 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…

A cause near and dear to my heart

The Heart’s Delight Wine Tasting and Auction is one of the largest multi-day charity wine events in the country. To date, it has raised over $20 million to help battle heart disease and stroke. And even though the pandemic has prevented in-person participation, it has not dismissed the spirit of the event! Please drink in…

Chadwick Boseman

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley honors the late Chadwick Boseman, who is the favorite to win a posthumous Best Actor Oscar this Sunday for “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Jason spoke with Boseman about his roles as Jackie Robinson, James Brown and Thurgood Marshall just before the release of “Black Panther.” Rest in peace, King of…

How service journalism helps solve community problems

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Megan Griffith-Greene, service features editor at the Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss what service journalism means, how it can help reporters better understand their communities and why it’s no longer the territory of women’s magazines.  Keep up with the latest news about the It’s All Journalism podcast, sign…

Ben Mankiewicz

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about his grandfather, who is the subject of the Netflix film “Mank,” which leads the way with 10 Oscar nominations this Sunday.

660: Financial Fitness With Dustin Martin

There are a lot of parallels between financial fitness and physical fitness. In this episode I chat with Dustin Martin, a financial advisor at Cincinnati Wealth Management Advisors, about common financial mistakes and solutions as well as how to stay healthy financially. Find Dustin here: https://www.raymondjames.com/cincinnatiwealth/about-us/bio?_=Dustin.Martin     For personal training with me at Cincy…

Generational Wealth: Mind Your Business 101

The key ingredient for creating and sustaining a successful business is “minding your business!” In this episode, we are joined by supermom Monique Rodriguez, wife and founder of Mielle Organics.

Wynonna Judd

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with country music legend Wynonna Judd, who rocks The Birchmere on Wednesday for the first time since the pandemic. How did she and other musicians keep a creative spark during this past year of quarantine?

Is It Normal Yet? – In Person Sports

“After a year of shuttered stadiums and empty stands, D.C. fans made their return to in-person games this month. The Washington Nationals kicked off their April 6 opening day by raising their championship flag in front of fans for the first time. This week, WTOP sports reporter Rob Woodfork explains the return to in-person D.C….

659: How I Helped Amy Lose 30 Pounds

Meet Amy! Amy has been a client of my health coaching since September 2020, and a personal training client of mine at the gym since February 2021. In this episode hear how Amy is kicking ass and taking names losing 30 pounds so far on her weight loss journey!    For personal training with me…

Kristi Eramo, Crossfit athlete

Crossfit athlete Kristi Eramo (from Erin’s hometown!) joins Squats and Margaritas to discuss her drive and motivation during this apathetic time. She also shares the best way to burn fat and why Pedialyte isn’t just for hangovers.

658: How My Weight Loss Journey Changed My Life

If you’re new here…here’s a recap of my weight loss journey! How I got started, and where I am now.    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/

Richard Dreyfuss

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with Oscar winner Richard Dreyfuss about playing Bernie Madoff, who died in prison this week after orchestrating the biggest Ponzi scheme in history. How does an actor get inside the mind of a notorious criminal? The process is fascinating.

New Humanitarian’s mission-centric focus a model for other newsrooms

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell is joined by Heba Aly, CEO of The New Humanitarian, an independent nonprofit newsroom covering humanitarian crises. She discusses how her publication handled the COVID-19 pandemic and why her newsroom might be a model for other outlets as advertising dollars shrink.  Keep up with the latest news about the…

Wizards/Kings Preview & A Look at DC United!

Dave Johnson, George Wallace, Dave Preston, Rob Woodfork and Chris Cichon are talking playoff talk for the Wizards: Seriously!? The Wiz DO have a shot, but they need to keep it rolling Wednesday night after a big win over the Jazz earlier this week. The guys also discuss the latest mock that has Washington taking…

657: Getting Baked With Barb Webb

In this episode I chat with sustainable living expert Barb Webb about medicinal gardening, CBD and her new book Getting Baked.  Find Barb here: http://www.ruralmom.com/ Find Getting Baked here: https://www.ruralmom.com/2021/01/getting-baked-hemp-cbd-medicinal-gardening.html     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/

Ken Burns

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley chats with prolific documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, who just dropped the new three-part documentary series Hemingway on PBS. What does Ken consider his magnum opus? Civil War or Baseball?

Better News: Nonprofit newsrooms turn rivalry into revenue stream

Chrissy Beck is the managing director of The Chronicle at Duke University and Erica Perel is the former general manager at The Daily Tar Heel at the University of North Carolina. Their newsrooms teamed up to create the Rivalry Challenge around the annual Duke-UNC basketball game, turning it into a revenue maker for both nonprofit…

Is It Normal Yet?

Coronavirus has impacted every aspect of our lives. “Is It Normal Yet?” host Luke Garrett documents the DC-area’s return to public life after a year of isolation. Each week, an expert or WTOP news reporter breaks down how this community is getting back to normal and what normal really means now. How has the DC…

Beyond The Fame With Jason Fraley

WTOP Entertainment Editor Jason Fraley picks the brains of the most influential filmmakers, musicians and artists of our time in the new podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley!” Based in the nation’s capital, Jason has interviewed just about every famous figure you can imagine: Dave Chappelle, Carol Burnett, Garth Brooks, Aretha Franklin, Jerry Seinfeld,…

656: Can HIIT Hurt Your Health? With Guest Josh Garrett

Personal Trainer and Cincy 360 Fitness owner Josh Garrett and I discuss a NYT article that says too much HIIT exercise could be bad for your health.  Find that article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/24/well/move/exercise-hiit.html   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/

Riley Knoxx, Beyonce impersonator

Riley Knoxx, the world’s top Beyonce impersonator, joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about how she’s handling the coronavirus pandemic, performing with Taylor Swift, the ‘COVID 15’ (or is it 25?) that she put on during quarantine and her advice to anyone who may be struggling with their identity.

655: 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…

The magic pairing of wine with girl scout cookies

Well, it’s that time of year again. The Girl Scouts of America are on the cookie-march and never has mixing your support of a worthy cause and indulging in a guilty pleasure ever felt so right! In today’s grown-up world, where pairing wine with just about anything that can find its way onto a plate,…