IYB Archives - It's Your Break
116 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsIt’s Your Break was created to give you a break from the normal chaos of our daily life. The average person is overworked and underpaid; so to combat this we decided to come up with the concept of giving the average person a break through life-hacks, interviews and the occasional silliness. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
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I’m Your Huckleberry or is it Huckle-bearer?
January 01, 2024 13:00We all love movie quotes and in recent years none of them has made us question what was said as much as a classic line from Tombstone, “I’m your huckleberry,” (or is it I am your huckle-bearer?”). The movie Tombstone is considered one of the most iconic westerns ever, however, back in 2021, this movie […] The post I’m Your Huckleberry or is it Huckle-bearer? appeared first on It's Your Break.
Is Black Friday Right For You?
November 25, 2023 00:14In this episode we take a look at Black Friday and ask is it right for you? If you don’t want to listen but would rather read what we say then continue reading. Today is Black Friday, which means there is a lot of craziness going on and people are just looking for deals. Throughout […] The post Is Black Friday Right For You? appeared first on It's Your Break.
Shelbyville Art and Craft Show.
August 08, 2023 13:35Here at It’s Your Break we have dedicated the entire month of August to festivals. And in this episode, we are focusing on a local Kentucky festival, the Shelbyville Art and Craft Show. We speak with Sherry Kramer with ArtSpark Productions, the minds behind the festival. This year marks their 3rd year and the show […] The post Shelbyville Art and Craft Show. appeared first on It's Your Break.
It’s Festival Season, but WHY?
August 01, 2023 16:43We are in the heart of the festival season, but why? In this quick break from It’s Your Break you’ll learn why! Also, do festivals benefit small towns? The answer may surprise you in this episode! Links Mentioned: Festivals: University of Tenn. Paper: https://www.cis.tennessee.edu/sites/default/files/The%20Economic%20Impact%20of%20Festivals%20on%20Small%20Towns%20Gwen%20Shelton.pdf The post It’s Festival Season, but WHY? appeared first on It's Your Break.
Better Call Daddy Or At Least Reena Friedman Watts – It’s Your Break – Interview
April 19, 2023 11:06In life, there always seems to be that one person you lean on the most. That person could be your best friend, spouse, partner, grandparents, your mom, or your dad. No matter who that person is you confide in them and you put your trust in them. Sometimes they have a way of seeing things […] The post Better Call Daddy Or At Least Reena Friedman Watts – It’s Your Break – Interview appeared first on It's Your Break.
What A Fool Believes – It’s Your Break’s Audio Forensics – 0001
March 20, 2023 12:00This is It’s Your Break’s new information and news feature called Audio Forensics. It’s where we break down some of the most iconic pieces of audio and/or music by getting the stories that surround them or finding out what makes them up. In this episode, we will take a look at the Doobie Brothers’ classic, […] The post What A Fool Believes – It’s Your Break’s Audio Forensics – 0001 appeared first on It's Your Break.
A Crossroads Dream featuring Chris McGill – IYBS401
February 07, 2023 19:24Our host Jonathan Mertz reconnects with his friend and former co-worker Chris McGill (of McGill Media) to talk about his new internet radio station, “Crossroads La Grange – Classic Hits.” This station plays the classics like Aerosmith, Fleetwood Mac, and Doobie Brothers but the station does much more than that. So, why start a new […] The post A Crossroads Dream featuring Chris McGill – IYBS401 appeared first on It's Your Break.
How to Identify Toxic Relationships And What To Do! – IYB S3E6
November 02, 2022 11:59We’ve all had our fair share of relationships in our life. Sometimes they don’t always work out, especially the intimate ones. Most of our relationships with family or friendships tend to be okay but even they can turn or are toxic. Life isn’t always peaches and cream, that’s why we need to call in a […] The post How to Identify Toxic Relationships And What To Do! – IYB S3E6 appeared first on It's Your Break.
How To Identify Toxic Relationships And What To Do!
November 02, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBWe've all had our fair share of relationships in our life. Sometimes they don't always work out, especially the intimate ones. Most of our relationships with family or friendships tend to be okay but even they can turn or are toxic. Life isn't always peaches and cream, that's why we need to call in a chef to collect and prepare the right ingredients into a splendid dish. That's what we have done in this episode, we enlisted the help of a Life and Relationship coach (our chef) to help us ide...
How An Author Dealing With Anxiety And Panic Attacks Lead To Her Writing A Book – IYB S3E5
October 19, 2022 10:58In this episode of It’s Your Break, we’re going to deep dive into the emotion of everything surrounding your own emotions, anxieties, and even your despair. All of these things can lead to panic attacks which are hard to handle and overcome but with the right methods, they can be managed. I have struggled with […] The post How An Author Dealing With Anxiety And Panic Attacks Lead To Her Writing A Book – IYB S3E5 appeared first on It's Your Break.
How An Author Dealing With Anxiety And Panic Attacks Lead To Her Writing A Book - IYBS3E5
October 19, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode of It’s Your Break, we're going to deep dive into the emotion of everything surrounding your own emotions, anxieties, and even your despair. All of these things can lead to panic attacks which are hard to handle and overcome but with the right methods, they can be managed. I have struggled with panic attacks and anxiety throughout my life, as many of you may have. But this episode doesn’t revolve around my experiences, it focuses on an author that was inspired to write a boo...
Scandal Water – IYB S3E4
August 30, 2022 11:06This episode may just break the internet with how Scandal Water came to be. This mouth-watering story just might break the mold when it comes to how podcasts come to be. Just like a water leak sometimes things just break through and cause things to happen. Sometimes when you create a podcast the name you […] The post Scandal Water – IYB S3E4 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Scandal Water - IYB S3E4
August 30, 2022 04:24 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThis episode may just break the internet with how Scandal Water came to be. This mouth-watering story just might break the mold when it comes to how podcasts come to be. Just like a water leak sometimes things just break through and cause things to happen. Sometimes when you create a podcast the name you pick can be misleading to people because they don’t truly understand its real or original meaning. Where did they get the idea? Was it from podcasts like Criminal? Are they a Criminal styl...
Always Patsy Cline – IYB S3E3
July 19, 2022 05:43In this episode, we talk with some of the cast and crew of “Always Patsy Cline” a Theatre Downstream Production. The theatre talks about this musical they are performing by Ted Swindley and how it focuses on a real-life friendship. The post Always Patsy Cline – IYB S3E3 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Always Patsy Cline - It's Your Break S3E3
July 19, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn this episode, we talk with some of the cast and crew of "Always Patsy Cline" a Theatre Downstream Production. The theatre talks about this musical they are performing by Ted Swindley and how it focuses on a real-life friendship. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
Matt Adams with Hired Hand Studios – IYB S3E2
July 13, 2022 17:09In this episode, we dive into the world of Graphic Design with Matt Adams the owner of Hired Hand Studios. What’s all involved in this field? Listen and find out. The post Matt Adams with Hired Hand Studios – IYB S3E2 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Matt Adams with Hired Hand Studios
July 12, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode, we dive into the world of Graphic Design with Matt Adams the owner of Hired Hand Studios. What's all involved in this field? Listen and find out. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
Into Everything with Andrew Byrd – IYB S3 E1
July 05, 2022 16:28In this Premiere episode, we talk to Andrew Byrd as he is getting ready to launch his new podcast N 2 Everything. We’ll find out how it all started. The post Into Everything with Andrew Byrd – IYB S3 E1 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Into Everything With Andrew Byrd
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 45 MBWe are BACK, with a brand NEW SEASON of It's Your Break!!! In this Premiere episode, we talk to Andrew Byrd as he is getting ready to launch his new podcast N 2 Everything. We'll find out how it all started. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
Our Contest and What's Coming Up This Summer
June 14, 2022 02:31 - 2 minutes - 4.93 MBWe are back with new episodes this summer but until then listen to past episodes and get in on our contest! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
What’s New in 2022 – S3 Preview
January 08, 2022 03:28Take a listen as host Jonathan Mertz explains what’s to come in 2022 for both It’s Your Break and himself! The post What’s New in 2022 – S3 Preview appeared first on It's Your Break.
What New in 2022 for It's Your Break?
January 08, 2022 03:07 - 11 minutes - 11 MBTake a listen as host Jonathan Mertz explains what's to come in 2022 for both It's Your Break and himself! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
2021 Year In Review – It’s Your Break S2E14
December 30, 2021 18:23It’s our 2021 Year in review episode and Jonathan takes you on a glimpse of things that happened. He also tells you what is in store for It’s Your Break coming up in 2022! The post 2021 Year In Review – It’s Your Break S2E14 appeared first on It's Your Break.
2021 Year In Review - It's Your Break S2E14
December 30, 2021 18:04 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBIt's our 2021 Year in review episode and Jonathan takes you on a glimpse of things that happened. He also tells you what is in store for It's Your Break coming up in 2022! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
A new season is coming soon!
October 23, 2021 00:51 - 1 minute - 1.56 MBJonathan talks about the new season and what's to come. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
Growing Up Milwaukee Filmmaker Tyshun Wardlaw – IYB S2 E13
May 31, 2021 11:00 - 39.2 MBIn this episode, we dive deep into conversations with the creator of an eye open documentary called Growing Up Milwaukee, Tyshun Wardlaw. We talk about her life and the issues in Milwaukee. The post Growing Up Milwaukee Filmmaker Tyshun Wardlaw – IYB S2 E13 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Celebrity Photographer Bjoern Kommerell – IYB S2 E12
May 24, 2021 11:00 - 60.7 MBIf you ever wonder how someone becomes a photographer for the Celebrity Elite then you will have hear how Bjoern Kommerell made his mark. The post Celebrity Photographer Bjoern Kommerell – IYB S2 E12 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Travel Expert and Multimedia Entrepreneur, Dayvee Sutton – IYB S2E11
May 17, 2021 11:00 - 45.5 MBIn this episode of It’s Your Break, Jonathan Mertz talks with Award-winning Sports Journalist, Travel Expert, and Multimedia Entrepreneur, Dayvee Sutton about her life and adventures. The post Travel Expert and Multimedia Entrepreneur, Dayvee Sutton – IYB S2E11 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Your Health w/Phung Tran – IYB S2E10
May 10, 2021 11:00 - 20.1 MBWe talk about your health with Certified Exercise Physiologist Phung Tran on this episode of It’s Your Break. Join host Jonathan Mertz as he talks health with Phung Tran. The post Your Health w/Phung Tran – IYB S2E10 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Speaking Tone with Tone Speak – IYB S2E9
May 03, 2021 11:00 - 50.5 MBIn this episode, Jonathan Mertz interviews the creators of a brand new speaker company “Tone Speak”. Listen to how Dan Digre, Anthony Lucas, and Josh Martin came together to create this new company. The post Speaking Tone with Tone Speak – IYB S2E9 appeared first on It's Your Break.
BBQ in LA – Fortune Southern – It’s Your Break S2E8
April 26, 2021 11:00 - 17.9 MBIn the midst of a pandemic, Fortune Southern takes a leap of faith and opens up a Barbeque Restaurant in the Los Angles, Encino area. She is an inspirational woman making herself known in a male-dominated industry. Join Jonathan Mertz as he interviews Fortune about her journey and her restaurant. The post BBQ in LA – Fortune Southern – It’s Your Break S2E8 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Cynthia Johnson – Personal Branding – IYB S2E7
April 19, 2021 11:00 - 40.5 MBOn this episode of It’s Your Break, we are honored to have personal branding expert, social media icon, and CEO & Co-founder of Bell+Ivy Cynthia Johnson. Cynthia and host Jonathan Mertz talk about what personal branding is. And if you ever wanted to build your own personal brand this episode it a great place to […] The post Cynthia Johnson – Personal Branding – IYB S2E7 appeared first on It's Your Break.
How To Get Podcast Guests – IYB S2E6
April 14, 2021 20:59 - 16.6 MBIf you’ve ever wondered how some podcasts seem to be able to get guest after guest? Then this episode is for you! Jonathan Mertz will show you the methods he uses to land guests for It’s Your Break. He will walk you through the approaches he takes when talking to potential guests. This tutorial will […] The post How To Get Podcast Guests – IYB S2E6 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Whoomp! (There He IS) – DC The Brain Supreme (DC GLENN) From TAG TEAM – IYB S2E5
April 07, 2021 21:00 - 56.3 MBOn this episode of It’s Your Break, Jonathan had a chance to interview DC The Brain Supreme (DC GLENN) From TAG TEAM. DC talks about his life, career, and the infamous “Geico Commercial Scoop There It Is:! So sit back and take a break with DC The Brain Supreme (DC GLENN) From TAG TEAM. The post Whoomp! (There He IS) – DC The Brain Supreme (DC GLENN) From TAG TEAM – IYB S2E5 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Daralyse Lyons – Demystifying Diversity – S2E4
March 29, 2021 11:00 - 54 MBLife is full of diversity but not everyone sees it the same nor do they always notice the different types. In addition, there are some myths out there about diversity and in this episode, we hope to shed some light on that very thing. In this podcast, we interview Daralyse Lyons Co-host of the Demystifying […] The post Daralyse Lyons – Demystifying Diversity – S2E4 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Sabrina Osso
March 22, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBIn this episode of It’s Your Break we talk about Domestic and Home Violence and Abuse with Sabrina Osso from Osso Safe. The post Sabrina Osso appeared first on It's Your Break.
Sabrina Osso – Home Abuse – IYB S2E3
March 22, 2021 11:00 - 23 MBIn this episode of It’s Your Break, we talk about Domestic and Home Violence and Abuse with Sabrina Osso from Osso Safe. The post Sabrina Osso – Home Abuse – IYB S2E3 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Allyson Roberts – Transformation Expert – IYB S2E2
March 15, 2021 11:00 - 21.5 MBAllyson Roberts is a Transformation Expert and Intuitive Coach with proven methods to help you break free from stuck patterns. What does that actually mean? Well… Join Jonathan Mertz as he interviews her about being a Transformation Expert. For More on Allyson visit these links… Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/outrageousresultsInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/outrageous_freedom/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/allyson-roberts/ The post Allyson Roberts – Transformation ...
Cinnia Curran Finfer – IYB S2E1
March 01, 2021 12:00 - 30.7 MBWe interview Cinnia Curran Finfer the author of Confessions of a Helmet-Free Childhood. In this interview, we talk about the similarities in growing up no matter when you grew up. In addition to our audio podcasts, you will be able to watch the interview on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/user/itsyourbreak To find out more about her […] The post Cinnia Curran Finfer – IYB S2E1 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Leo Mason Part 2 – IYB S1E19
June 18, 2020 17:14 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MBLeo Mason grew up in rural Kentucky and he shares what it was like for him as an African-American man. This is part 2 of 2. The post Leo Mason Part 2 – IYB S1E19 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Leo Mason Part 1- IYB S1E18
June 18, 2020 17:13 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MBLeo Mason grew up in rural Kentucky and he shares what it was like for him as an African-American man. This is part 1 of 2. The post Leo Mason Part 1- IYB S1E18 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Leo Mason – Full Interview – IYB S1 Bonus
June 18, 2020 17:06 - 34 minutes - 80 MBLeo Mason grew up in rural Kentucky and he shares what it was like for him as an African-American man. This is full interview. The post Leo Mason – Full Interview – IYB S1 Bonus appeared first on It's Your Break.
Leo Mason – IYB S1 E7
June 18, 2020 17:06Leo Mason grew up in rural Kentucky and he shares what it was like for him as an African-American man. The post Leo Mason – IYB S1 E7 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Leo Mason – Full Interview – IYB S1 E7
June 18, 2020 17:06 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBLeo Mason grew up in rural Kentucky and he shares what it was like for him as an African-American man. This is full interview. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itsyourbreak/support
Chef Maria Liberati Part 5 – IYB S1E17
April 14, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 30.6 MBThis is part 5 of our 5 part interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati Part 5 – IYB S1E17 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Chef Maria Liberati Part 1 – IYB S1E13
April 13, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 24.6 MBThis is part 1 of our 5 part interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati Part 1 – IYB S1E13 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Chef Maria Liberati Part 4 – IYB S1E16
April 13, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 24.8 MBThis is part 4 of our 5 part interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati Part 4 – IYB S1E16 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Chef Maria Liberati Part 3 – IYB S1E15
April 13, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 30 MBThis is part 3 of our 5 part interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati Part 3 – IYB S1E15 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Chef Maria Liberati Part 2 – IYB S1E14
April 13, 2020 12:00 - 14 minutes - 32.6 MBThis is part 2 of our 5 part interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati Part 2 – IYB S1E14 appeared first on It's Your Break.
Chef Maria Liberati – IYB S1 E6
April 13, 2020 12:00This is the full interview with Chef Maria Liberati. Links: https://www.marialiberati.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chefmarialiberati/ https://twitter.com/Marialiberati https://www.instagram.com/marialiberati @MariaLiberati #ItalianCooking #podcast #cooking #kitchen #chef #notchefboyardee The post Chef Maria Liberati – IYB S1 E6 appeared first on It's Your Break.