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National Parks Traveler is the world's top-rated, editorially independent, nonprofit media organization dedicated to covering national parks and protected areas on a daily basis. Traveler offers readers and listeners a unique multimedia blend of news, feature content, debate, and discussion all tied to national parks and protected areas.
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Insight Meditation teacher, Shell Fischer, founder of Mindful Shenandoah Valley, offers her 25+ years of study and experience in these weekly talks about meditation practice, and how it can help us nurture more compassion, kindness, joy, and calm in our lives.
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Awareness 2 Action

Northwestern Community Services Board Prevention Department

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A podcast focused on promoting wellness in the Shenandoah Valley through conversation, connection, and action. Join us for thoughtful discussions with individuals making a difference in our community.
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Virginia Is For Laughers

Host Dawn Davis Womack

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Your go to podcast about all things non-hiking in the Shenandoah Valley! Love to laugh and hear people's stories? Then tune in for fun, engaging and informative episodes with interesting people and find out more about things you can do & see here. Join host comedian Dawn Davis Womack whose claim to fame is having a son that made it to the NFL. BFFs and strangers alike find she’s light-hearted, genuine, family-oriented and never late for a happy hour! NEW episodes drop every Wednesday whereve ...
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Transformed by Hope

Shenandoah Valley Adult Teen Challenge

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Welcome to the Transformed by Hope podcast, where we put the hope of Jesus within reach of those battling addiction. This podcast dives deep into stories of transformation, faith, and recovery. Each episode features inspiring testimonies, practical advice, and biblical insights designed to encourage and equip you on your journey to freedom. Whether you're struggling with addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of God's power to transform lives, Transfor ...
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The Fact Hunter

Delmarva Studios

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A show that deep dives into conspiracies from around the world. We aim to reach out to subject matter experts, compile information, and present it to you, the listener. We hope you have a definitive opinion by the end of the episode. www.thefacthunter.com
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This podcast miniseries, hosted by Arkansas singer-songwriter Ryan Harmon, features conversations with country music icons and Arkansas favorites like Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Charlie Daniels, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Shawn Camp, Marty Raybon of Shenandoah and more.
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Rocktown Emergencies

Rocktown Emergencies

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I've worked in Emergency Services for over 30 years and enjoy talking with industry leaders about how to improve it. In this podcast where I explore emergency services in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. We talk with leaders and responders for Fire, EMS, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, and Public Health.
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Each weekday, host Janet Michael hosts thirty minutes of conversation on topics such as tourism, business, events, healthcare, education, law enforcement, history, local government and more. Guests are recorded (mostly) in advance, some via computer and some in person. The conversations happen in local coffee shops, at local businesses, during local events. Local people making things happen in their community. The program airs just a few minutes after noon every weekday on The River 95.3 and ...
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Shepherd Autrey is a Quaker, a physician, and a man deeply disturbed by the madness around him as the War Between the tates bears down on his America in 1863. Dared by a friend to take an active role, Shep volunteers to provide humanitarian aid to the victims of Sherman’s scorched earth campaign in the Shenandoah Valley. There he runs foul of a Confederate recruiting drive and fi nds himself hanged by the neck from a tree. Awakening in a strange land which can’t possibly be earth, Shep is pl ...
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On Trails Worth Hiking, we bring you the most interesting backpacking and trekking routes in the world. Every trail has a story. In the first part of each episode, we tell you the stories behind the trail. In the second part, we tell you how to hike the trail. In each episode, guests who have hiked the trail join Jeremy, our host, to talk about the experience of hiking it. Join us on each episode as we hear the story, then hike the trail.
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Gaze At the National Parks

Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

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Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan hike the trails of America’s National Parks. Each episode features one hiking trail in one National Park, one park at a time. Join them as they climb to terrifying heights, cross miles of desert, and hike through the forests of these public lands.
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Humanitarian Engineering

Humanitarian Engineering Group

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In this podcast, the Humanitarian Engineering group of the University of Twente introduces humanitarian engineering actions and their importance to society. With the guests, they talk about initiatives that develop engineering solutions that promote the well-being and lives of people lacking access to fundamental resources.
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"Jester" Section Hiker

Julie Gayheart

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"Jester" Section Hiker is the Premier Podcast With The Spotlight On Section Hikers! The stories you will hear are about everyday people who, in addition to their everyday lives, make the commitment to hike long-distance trails where every section is a new beginning. From National Scenic Trails to National Parks and all Trails in between, listen with your host, Julie Gayheart (Jester), to hear what it means to be a section hiker and the adventure that awaits them section by section.
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Shoals Area Music's Podcast

Shoals Area Music

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Out of the land that brought you Sam Phillips, Percy Sledge, The Decoys, Shenandoah, Arthur Alexander, James Carr, Angela Hacker, The Alabama Shakes, The Swampers (Barry Beckett, Roger Hawkins, David Hood, Jimmy Johnson), and various other musicians as well as the home of both Fame Recording and Muscle Shoals Sound Studios (which recorded and mastered artists such as Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Lynard Skynard, The Allman Brothers Band, and many more), comes Shoals Area Mu ...
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Crime Off The Grid

Tara Ross

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Crime Off the Grid is a podcast about true crime stories from our National Parks and other wild places. All of our guests and co-hosts, bring years of experience working in National Parks, National Forests and other wild places. Our guests are rangers, investigators, prosecutors, victim specialists, and other first responders who have dedicated their careers to justice and safety in places off the grid. Join the hosts and me where we discuss cases, listen to Ranger Tales; real rangers tellin ...
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Stories about my life experiences and others as I work at one of the premier golf clubs in Charleston, SC. Interviews with golfers around the world that have one thing in common...the pursuit of excellence on a golf course and everything else that happens along the way.
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The Neon Eon

Thomas Mooney

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The Neon Eon is a '90s-centric country music podcast. Interviews, commentary, and stories about and with the superstars, songwriters, one-hit wonders, pickers, and players of country music from The Neon Eon (86ish-2001ish). Hosted by music journalist Thomas Mooney.
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Americana Podcast

American Songwriter, Robert Earl Keen

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Americana Podcast: The 51st State is a platform dedicated to sharing and expanding on the Americana genre's roots, reach, and definition. Each episode is told from the point of view of the musicians that have dedicated their lives to it. Robert Earl Keen, Americana pioneer and host, interviews musicians, exploring their unique histories, creative processes, successes, failures, and everything in between.
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National Park Service Oral History

National Park Service Oral History

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Interested in what it's like to be born in the middle of a Yellowstone winter or raised in the heart of Yosemite Valley? Curious about the inner workings of parks or how people establish careers with the National Park Service? Hear firsthand accounts from former and current National Park Service employees that celebrate the history of our national parks and the role they've played in lives around the world. Thanks to the Association of National Park Rangers Oral History Project for making ma ...
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Domestic and sexual violence is a serious public health issue. The Thrive Together Podcast offers conversations that help to move victims of violence from merely surviving abuse to truly overcoming the trauma of abuse. Ultimately, our goal is to eliminate abuse. In the meantime, we strive to empower and support survivors of abuse by helping them find resources, and through education, and meaningful conversations. For more information about The Laurel Center, upcoming events, or services offe ...
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In this episode of the Valley Today, host Janet Michael converses with Robyn Miller, the Executive Director of the Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter (WATTS). They discuss the array of services WATTS provides and the ongoing challenges faced by the homeless community, especially during the winter season. The conversation begins with Rob…
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One part of Virginia is facing some economic headwinds, and it might be a region that surprises you… Dominion Energy is providing aid to Florida for the aftermath of Hurricane Milton… Meanwhile, southwest Virginia continues to recover from Helene, but it could take many months….Bob Leweke による
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Laughers, take a trip back in time—way back—to the prehistoric era at Dinosaur Land in White Post, Virginia! Since 1963, this beloved roadside attraction has been a hotspot for families and dinosaur enthusiasts, featuring over 50 life-sized dinosaur sculptures and other whimsical creatures. Join us as Sam Seldon, one of the passionate family member…
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The former police chief of Broadway who was fired last week says he will fight his termination… A state report says that Longwood University in Farmville is among a list of seven state universities that should be monitored more closely for their financial viability… A free speech watchdog group again includes Virginia in its annual report of Americ…
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In this episode, we discuss the lawless CIA, the one time they were held accountable, and Hurricane Milton. Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheFactHunter Website: thefacthunter.com Email: thefacthunter@mail.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD 21636 Show Notes: https://www.unz.com/article/how-the-cia-destabilizes-the-world/ https://ww…
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In this episode, Janet Michael, the host of 'Valley Today', welcomes Martha Reynolds, the Executive Director at the Barns of Rose Hill. The focus is on the exciting events and activities happening at the Barns of Rose Hill, particularly as the fall and holiday season approach. Martha shares detailed information about the diverse range of events sch…
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As a conservative Christian organization sues Harrisonburg’s school board over its pronoun policy, we take a look at the school board’s political leanings… UVa’s Health System cancels certain nonurgent surgeries in the wake of a Helene-caused shortage of IV fluid… Shenandoah University offers a virtual reality experience that transports participant…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomed Kristen Gregg and Aliyha Gill from the Phoenix Project. Janet, who also serves as the Vice Chair of the United Way Northern Shenandoah Valley Board of Directors and this year's campaign chair, started the discussion reflecting on her dual role. Kristen is a children's advocate, and Al…
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Two police chiefs in the Valley are fired on the same day… The Blue Ridge Parkway is closed, as officials combat misinformation about the response to Helene… For a preview of this week’s Books and Brews, we speak with the author of a story about a ghost that isn’t really a ghost story….Bob Leweke による
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What do Golden Gate NRA, Point Reyes National Seashore, Castle Rocks State Park, and Mount Tamalpais State Park have in common besides rugged cliffs, picturesque mountains, magical forests, and wild coastlines? Answer: A sadistic serial killer who preys on victims hiking in the wilds. Also, park signs that read "DO NOT HIKE ALONE." For more informa…
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Mike and Dusty sit down and chat New England hiking, urban trails, leaf peeping, and more with Miles Howard, author of Moon New England Road Trip by Moon Travel Guides, available at moon.com. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here. To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episo…
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Who could have predicted that Hurricane Helene would carry her fury from the Gulf of Mexico and the coast of Florida hundreds of miles north into Appalachia? While there were forecasts calling for the hurricane to be downgraded to a tropical storm and drop quite a bit of rain in the region, the extent of damage in western North Carolina has been br…
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Heidi Nisbett shares what is was like being in Hot Springs, NC when Hurricane Helene hit the area. We will also be sharing ways you can make a direct impact to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Feed The Hunger is an amazing organization that I will be giving more information on at the beginning of the show! Thank You For Joining Us! Feed The Hung…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes Kyle Hayes, a volunteer from Valleyhaven Furniture Bank, to discuss the organization and its mission. The conversation begins with an introduction to the concept of furniture banks and their importance in helping individuals transition from situations of adversity to sustainable livin…
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You might expect that all the rain we’ve gotten would end the drought, and you’d be right… As food insecurity intensifies in our region, Rockingham County schools expands free lunch at two more schools… We continue our investigation into mismanagement and corruption at the Office of EMS, and how it affects local departments….…
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In this episode of Traffic Safety Thursday on The Valley Today, host Janet Michael and co-host Lt. Warren Gosnell from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office discuss a wide range of topics related to traffic safety and law enforcement responsibilities. Lt. Gosnell explains his various roles within the sheriff's office, including being the traffic sa…
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A flight school at Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport is airlifting supplies to areas in North Carolina cut off by Helene… We investigate money troubles at Virginia’s emergency services agency, and how it’s affecting local rescue departments… Democratic Senator Tim Kaine and Republican challenger Hung Cao meet in their first, and likely only, debat…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by co-host Niki Foster of the Front Royal Warren County Chamber and her guest, Katie Bonnet, owner of Fussell Florist. Katie shares her experiences over the last two and a half years since she last appeared on the show. Initially, she bought the florist shop from Betty Showers and ha…
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Laughers, saddle up for an unforgettable adventure at Fort Valley Ranch, a family-friendly getaway nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. Immerse yourself in the magic of horseback riding through the George Washington National Forest and stunning landscapes like Kennedy’s Peak. Discover the charm of year round activities and unforgettable e…
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FEMA details its response to Hurricane Helene throughout the southeast… Virginia’s health department warns residents to stay away from potentially contaminated natural bodies of water while they’re flooding… Dockworkers from the Gulf to the East Coast go on strike, including those in Norfolk….Bob Leweke による
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The "October Surprise" has begun. Port worker's strike, Iran''s retaliatory attack on Israel, the ripple effects of Hurricane Helene, and mush more. Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheFactHunter Website: thefacthunter.com Email: thefacthunter@mail.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD 21636…
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In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by co-host Kary Haun from Shenandoah County Tourism, and their guest Robert Hall at the Blue Wing Frog in Strasburg. Janet and Kary explore the culinary journey of Blue Wing Frog, a restaurant owned by Robert and his wife, Kelly Sprague. The conversation delves into the couple's dedi…
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Author and blogger Nadine Slavinski joins Jeremy to talk about this alpine hut-to-hut hike in the Pyrenees in the Catalonia region of Spain. On this beautiful adventure hikers ascend and descend more than 9,000 meters (30,000 feet) on this 65 kilometer (40 mile) route through Aigüestortes i Sant Maurici National Park. Nadine's blog, The Travel Bug:…
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S11:E6 – Charleston has all the characteristics that Jamin and Hilarie are looking for in a city – a deep respect for history, great shopping options, creative cocktails and incredible food. The city’s restaurants have perfected the fusion of deep southern cooking with, well, pretty much anything. Come along as they discover this city for the first…
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One more death in Virginia is reported due to Tropical Storm Helene, as crews work to restore power in southwestern Virginia… A viral video from the state police shows two of the agency’s helicopters rescuing flood victims from the roof of an eastern Tennessee hospital… Republicans in the Fifth Congressional District are purging their members….…
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In this episode, Janet Michael chats with Tyler Hinkle, Shenandoah County's planner, about Shenandoah 2045, the county's comprehensive planning process which has now moved into the implementation phase. Tyler shares the exciting news of the plan's unanimous adoption and explains the next steps in its development, focusing on making the document mor…
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On this episode of the Humanitarian Engineering Podcast, we welcome Norden Wangchuk and Ngawang Chojey from Jigme Namgyel Engineering College, Royal University of Bhutan. They discuss their collaboration with CSOs on sustainable community projects focused on waste management and the vital role of cultural appropriateness in combining traditional an…
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Rain continues to cause flooding concerns, after Helene walloped our area, and especially southwestern Virginia, on Friday… Shenandoah County’s school board argues in court to dismiss an NAACP lawsuit against its decision to revert to Confederate school names… Virginia boasts it has one of the lowest recidivism rates in the nation, but some experts…
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Join my co-host Austin and I as we chat with River King Pete. Pete will be sharing with us a way we can help those in need from the devastation that has happened in Western North Carolina and more from Hurricane Helene. 10/1/24: Update From Pete: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QqC679NV2U Check Here For Current Packathon Dates: https://www.feedthe…
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Join the conversation with Melissa Skeet, aka Skeet Fighter. Melissa is an Indigenous Woman who is roller skating across the US on The Great Skate Tour raising awareness for the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons crisis. Links to follow Skeet Fighter and to donate to her tour or her partners: IG: @skeet_fighter Facebook: Skeet Fighter Tiktok: …
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Mike and Dusty find some familiar footing in the Pacific Northwest with a mossy and fern filled wonderland of some east side trails in Olympic National Park. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here. To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit o…
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Bill's Prophecy Club lecture that takes a deep dive into Freemasonry, Mormon's, and much more. Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheFactHunter Website: thefacthunter.com Email: thefacthunter@mail.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD 21636 If you would like to watch the video, here is a link: https://youtu.be/7PmHQMarnuM?si=nsIfRW_UaI0T-…
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The coastal town of Rodanthe, North Carolina is just a small spot on the map, but it’s a big place in the hearts of the people who live, own property, and vacation there. Located along Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Rodanthe has been in the national spotlight because of a succession of houses that have fallen into the Atlantic Ocean due to beach …
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In this episode, host Janet Michael sits with Winter Brooks, co-chair of the Stephens City Out of the Darkness Community Walk, a significant event aimed at raising awareness about suicide and supporting affected individuals and communities. Janet highlights that Winter Brooks has been organizing the community walk for 10 years, marking a decade of …
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The Rockingham County school board removes another title from school libraries in its quest to ban books… Healthcare agencies in the Shenandoah Valley ask residents to give feedback about the community's needs… Jeff Schapiro has thoughts on the latest presidential polls, and more on state politics….Bob Leweke による
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In today's episode, host Janet Michael welcomed the co-directors of the new AIDS Response Effort (ARE) LGBTQ+ Community Center, Matt Buracker and Mary Bohacek. The conversation covered the groundwork and preparation of the center, which is currently under renovation, and discussed the broad range of services that ARE provides to the community, incl…
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In this episode, Janet Michael hosts the Valley Business Today segment with the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber. Janet welcomes Cynthia Schneider, the CEO of the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, and Sabra Veach, the new Director of Programs and Services. The conversation begins with introductions, where Sabra shares her background and enthusiasm …
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Laughers, prepare to be inspired by the indomitable spirit of Coach Nelle Fox, a dedicated reading specialist turned running and an integrative health coach. Nelle shares her journey from ultra-marathon feats to founding Magnum Opus Coaching, where she champions an authentic, no-nonsense approach to wellness. Discover her story on how "Charlotte's …
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In this episode, we interview author Sharon Arpana Edwards, who gives us her insight into the psychological effects/PsyOps of 9/11, Covid, the Challenger explosion, and much more. Sharon's Website: https://sharonarpana.com Sharon's Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sharonarpana/the-superiority-contest-a-world-travelers-tale?ref=clip…
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In this episode of Tourism Tuesday, host Janet Michael sits down with co-host Justin Kerns from the Winchester/Frederick County Convention & Visitors Bureau to talk with Danny Turner, the new owner of the historic Snow White Grill in Winchester. Janet and Justin open with a discussion about the emotions tied to the history of the iconic Snow White …
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The first trial in the case of the alleged "Shopping Cart Killer" has been moved to January… Despite recent rains, Rockingham County's water table is down 11 feet since May, and the area is still under a severe drought… Unemployment in Virginia is up, though only slightly….Bob Leweke による
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On this week’s episode, we’re talking with Rick Griffin about the ways that understanding neuroscience can transform ourselves and our relationships, the impact of community-based education, and the power of staying curious in every interaction. Rick is the Founder and CEO of the Neuro Leadership Academy, a new enterprise committed to using neurosc…
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In this episode, host Janet Michael speaks with Andy Gail, the new CEO of United Way Northern Shenandoah Valley, about the recent Day of Caring event. The conversation covers their day together on Friday, visiting various projects and witnessing the impact of the volunteers. Andy shares that over 900 volunteers participated in 84 projects across si…
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A physician and member of UVa’s Faculty Senate says President Jim Ryan is not being truthful about allegations of wrongdoing in UVa’s health system and medical school… After attacks and falsehoods from the right targeting Haitians, what is life like for one Haitian woman in Virginia?... A new program to make Chesapeake Bay clean up more effective i…
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