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Super Bowl wine pairing winners picked by sommelier Winn Roberton

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…

Freelancer won’t let cerebral palsy sideline his sports writing career

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.

Washington Football Team QB Search and Super Bowl Preview

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….

628: Finding Motivation When Your Partner Has A Different Lifestyle

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/

627: Amanda Valentine – Personal Trainer

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,…

Rebecca Eyre

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.

The Week on the Hill – Jan. 29, 2021

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.

626: 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…

Park City skiers-turned-winemakers on making ‘the official wine of Après’

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 a dangerous time to be a journalist in America

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…

625: Amanda’s Diary – Entry 009

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/

A conversation with Catie Hicks – Co-owner of The Trailhouse

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…

Generational Wealth: Estate Planning 101

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…

624: Relieving Pain With Physical Therapist Meagen Springer Deck

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…

Kendra, Anxious Moms

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!

The Week on the Hill – Jan. 22, 2021

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.

623: 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 wishing tree at Belden Barns produces wishes and great wine

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…

Investigative reporter exposes maid abuse in Beirut

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…

622: A Healthier Version Of You With The Heart Mini

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    …

Introducing WTOP Huddle

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

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.

The Week on the Hill – Jan. 15, 2021

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.

COLORS –Ep. 32 | Black Girls Matter Too

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.

621: 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…

S1EP13 22 Hours: The Appeal

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…

How Documented Uses WhatsApp to reach its audience

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…

FFR WILD CARD vs TB aka NOTHIN LIKE A COOL HEINICKE

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

620: Taking Care Of Your Mental Health With Dr. Monica Sullivan

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/  

The Motherhood Obsession

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.

Better News: Use Slack To host cultural conversations in your newsroom

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…

619: How Becca Lost 49 Pounds In 2020

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/

Maria Kang

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.

This Week on The Hill – January 8, 2021

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.

Wild Card Weekend Predictions: Can WFT Pull Off the Unthinkable?

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…

Title: Target USA –Ep. 258 | Inside the Chaos on Capitol Hill

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.

618: ICYMI – Josh Garrett Interviews Me About My Weight Loss Journey

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…

617: ICYMI – Recognizing Burnout With Dr. Ashley Solomon

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/  

Tucson newspaper proves to be a vital source for the Latinx community

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…