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What Is Life shares stories of prisoners facing life sentences

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with Joshua Vaughn, a senior multimedia reporter for The Appeal and creator of the What Is Life?  podcast. Vaughn describes the podcast as a “passion project” that features conversations with people sentenced to life in prison in who are unlikely to be released. Listen to What Is Life?…

WTOP Huddle: Hoops Edition!

Dave Johnson, George Wallace, Dave Preston, Rob Woodfork and Chris Cichon discuss the NCAA Tournament and provide some takeaways after Baylor’s dominating season. The guys also conversate about the contract extension for Maryland Head Coach Mark Turgeon and predict just how good the Terps should be next season with two key transfers set to arrive…

654: The Dos And Don’ts of Cheat Meals With Zeb Crawford

Zeb Crawford is a personal trainer and COO for NuEthix Formulations. In this episode we chat all about cheat meals!  Find Zeb on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/zebcrawford/ Find NuEthix here: https://nuethix.com/     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/

FFR SPRING EDITION aka FITZMONSTER APR 4 2021

WITH THE DRAFT RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER, AND FRESH NEW FREE AGENT SIGNINGS, KEVIN AND CLAUDE DISCUSS TEH BIGGEST RIVALRY IN SPORTS. THAT’S RIGHT! ITS THE REVIEW OF “GODZILLA VS KONG”! YEP, WE’RE BACK WITH REVIEWS OF MOVIES WE HAVING SEEN. (THESE TWO PLAIN DONT LIKE EACH OTHER)

Sleep Training

Sleep is hard to come by. How do we get our children (and ourselves) in a better sleep routine? We share tips on how we get our children to sleep through the night and the struggles that come along the way.

653: How Jim DiBattista Lost 150 Pounds And Won The Biggest Loser

Jim DiBattista weighed in at over 400 pounds when he auditioned for the Biggest Loser in 2019. In this episode, hear all about how Jim’s weight loss journey played out on and off TV – and how he’s kept it off!  Find Jim on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/coachjim52/ Find Jim’s website here: https://www.coachjim52.com/ Find Jim’s Huddle…

Melissa Alcantara, celebrity trainer

Kim Kardashian’s personal trainer Melissa Alcantara joins Squats and Margaritas to talk about the first steps to starting a fitness journey and finding balance in life, how she lost 70 pounds and went from being a broke waitress in Brooklyn to running a fitness empire.

Final Four & Nats Season Preview

The DMV Sports Roundtable featuring Chris Cichon, Frank Hanrahan and Jamal Bowens provides a look at the Saturday NCAA Men’s Tournament matchups and previews the Nats…whenever their season actually gets underway. Football is also a topic of conversation as the guys debate which top prospect is the most NFL ready.

652: 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…

Making Google, Facebook pay their fair share for news

It’s All Journalism host Michael O’Connell talks with David Chavern, president and CEO of the News Media Alliance, an Arlington, Virginia-based nonprofit organization representing digital and print news publishers around the world. They discuss new legislative efforts to help news publishers get paid fair value for their content by Facebook and Google and the precedent set…

651: How Josh Garrett Opened A Gym And Created A Community

Personal Trainer, Cincy 360 Fitness owner and my new boss Josh Garrett and I discuss how Josh opened the gym and created a community. 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/

Nats 2021 Season Preview Edition

The WTOP Huddle featuring Chris Cichon, George Wallace, Rob Woodfork, Dave Preston and Dave Johnson takes a look at the Washington Nationals chances of reaching the World Series! An in-depth discussion about all of the position groups is followed by NFL draft talk: Is Mac Jones really going to be the third pick? A ton…

650: Healthy Sexual Frequency With Richelle Frabotta

Miami University sex educator Richelle Frabotta and I dive into a discussion about sexual frequency – answering the question “How often should I be having sex?” **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/

Abby Maslin, author

Abby Maslin, author of Love You Hard, joins Squats and Margaritas to share her story of overcoming and finding love again (with her husband!) after his traumatic brain injury. Abby offers perspective and encouragement to moms feeling like they can’t do this pandemic anymore! Erin and Abby share a raw, honest look at what it…

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…