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The Wicked Green Energy Lady: What's Your New Year's Resolution For 2016?

December 07, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MB

Is losing weight going to be your New Year's resolution again?  How many years have you been doing this?   Let's try something different for a change, something that is a lot easier to do.  Think Sustainability The Wicked Green Energy Lady discuss sustainability projects that are currently underway and give tips on how you can incorporate sustainability into your life with very little effort.  You don't have to march down Pennsylvania Ave in Washinton, D.C.  You don't have to conduct sit-in...

Deborah O'Brien Wicked Addiction: Avoiding Relapse Over The Holidays

December 03, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MB

Tips For Avoiding Relapse Over The Holidays. In this episode I will share my tips with you that helped me avoid the looming danger that the holidays have for people with addiction.It does not matter if the addiction is food, drugs,pills, alcohol, sex, gambling, shopping,...Addiction doesn't take a holiday.

Wicked Insurance Matters with Greg Durette: Underwriting Challenges and Answers

December 02, 2015 14:30 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MB

Sounds like a pretty boring subject, right?!  Well, not if you are one of the millions of people that have avoided getting life insurance because of: DiabetesProstate CancerBreast CancerSleep ApneaFamily Health IssuesBlood PressureOverweightMarijuanaand many other lifestyle and health issues! This show will dive in and give some real world examples of how to manage the underwriting process so you can get the coverage you need, at an affordable price, regardless of conditions like these.  You ...

The Russ Illes Show: Wicked Duct Tapesomethings brewing

December 01, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

Last week I was feeling thankful for a lot of things. Angry about some things and when I made the transition of attitude about the things I as angry about, my attitude sort of changed. I alluded to a change coming and I could feel it, well this week has been unusual in the way things came to me. More of a tease than anything else. A word here, a number there, just a tickle without substance. of what the changes were. Before I would not have paid attention. Things that are happening this mont...

Roxanne Pappas Radio: Nuclear Power

November 30, 2015 23:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Discussion with Diane Turco of the Cape Downwinders and the foibles of nuclear energy

Deborah O'Brien : Wicked Addiction: Gratitude

November 26, 2015 13:30 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MB

Why is it important to express gratitude? Research shows that gratitude heightens the quality of life. Today I am Wicked Grateful but I wasn’t always…There was a time in my life when I took things for granted and did not appreciate what I had. I’ll tell you the story of how gratitude changed my life. About The Host- Deborah O’Brien is the author of Bliss: Behind The Mask, the raw and candid memoir about her struggle with alcoholism, which ultimately led to a spiritual transformation. Deb h...

Wicked Insurance Matters with Greg Durette: TURKEY TABLE TALK

November 25, 2015 14:30 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MB

What is Turkey Table Talk?  Well, hopefully it's not a long conversation with the big hunk of steaming protein in the middle of your table! It is about the importance of seizing the opportunity to have some real, meaningful conversations with the family members you might only see on holidays such as Thanksgiving.  Sure it is good to have all the "catch up" conversations about what people are up to but, what about the stuff that really matters? How are our grandparents/parents managing their ...

Russ Illes Show: Wicked Duct Tape, What Are We Thankful For?

November 24, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

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Roxanne Pappas Radio: The Case for Green Living - What Is It Really?

November 23, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

We kick around the words, green living, renewable energy, fracking, carbon emissions, marine rewable energy, responsible consumerism and fossil fuels.  But do we really know what they are, what they do  and how they affect us and the environment? Join me on Monday when we define these words and phrases, an examine what they are, how they work, their costs and what benefits or disadvantages we and the environment face.  

Deborah O’Brien with Wicked Addiction: Tools for Recovery

November 19, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 26.6 MB

Leaving The Treatment Center: The biggest mistake is to think you can just go back to your life and not use drugs or alcohol. You need a plan! On today's show we will discuss getting a plan in place that will help you to keep moving forward in your recovery. About The Host- Deborah O’Brien is the author of Bliss: Behind The Mask, the raw and candid memoir, about her struggle with alcoholism, which ultimately led to a spiritual transformation. Deb hopes to DE stigmatize addiction by sharing ...

Wicked Insurance Matters with Greg Durette: Elder Financial Abuse Prevention

November 18, 2015 14:30 - 31 minutes - 27.7 MB

Elder Financial Abuse.  It is a dirty, disgusting term that makes most normal folks cringe at the thought of such a thing.  The sad fact is, it is out there...in your community...maybe in your own family...in so many forms and in so many paces, many consider it an epidemic.  Go figure that. This week, I am privileged to have Barbara-Anne Foley, Executive Director of the Harwich Council on Aging, as my special guest to help address this subject.  In addition to her many duties in this import...

Wicked Duct Tape With Russ Illes: A Big Change Coming

November 17, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

I have started paying attention to my intuition, and I know that a change is taking place. Russ Illes

Roxanne Pappas Radio: It's So Easy Just to Throw the Trash Away

November 16, 2015 23:00 - 29 minutes - 26.3 MB

The Wicked Green Energy Lady takes on recycling and whether it is both economically and environmentally sustainable.  We'll touch upon the beginnings of recycling and the issues the country faced in developing recycling programs. Our first talking point will be the Mobro 4000, the infamous gargage barge that spent much of 1987 traveling up and down the eastern seacoast looking for a place to dump its load.  We'll discuss what Bourne and Malden, MA are doing. Then I will regale you with some...

Wicked Addiction with Deborah O'Brien

November 12, 2015 23:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MB

Introducing Deborah O'Brien. Deborah O’Brien is the author of Bliss: Behind The Mask, the raw and candid memoir about her struggle with alcoholism, which ultimately led to a spiritual transformation. Deb hopes to DE stigmatize addiction by sharing her personal experiences. She is a former model and current Image Expert. She focuses on transforming living spaces and clothing styles to empower your inner transformation. She understands that by releasing your limitations you can embrace freedom...

Wicked Insurance Matters with Greg Durette: The Nightmare Inheritance!!!

November 11, 2015 14:30 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

Leaving or receiving an inheritance seems like the most simple and wonderful thing that can happen for a person.  It is...if done right.  If done wrong, the financial, legal and life altering consequences can be devastating. This show will get into the nitty gritty about How to avoid common mistakes when leaving an inheritanceHow not to leave an inheritanceHow a divorce can steal your inheritance from your children and grandchildrenHow to avoid the most devastating inheritance mistake After ...

The Russ Illes show: Wicked Duct Tape

November 10, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 26.9 MB

Two weeks ago my child had surgury to fuse her skull to her spine. They said it would be one week of hell after as the operation tried to heal itself. Today is day 14 and she cannot sleep because of the pain in her ear, left side of body, and the meds are not working not even a little bit. No sleep, no food, no relief of any type. 14 days of constant pain is beyond unacceptable and yet we must endure and try too keep the family functioning as her sister is there with her, and her family need...

The Russ Illes show: Wicked Duct Tape

November 10, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 26.9 MB

Two weeks ago my child had surgury to fuse her skull to her spine. They said it would be one week of hell after as the operation tried to heal itself. Today is day 14 and she cannot sleep because of the pain in her ear, left side of body, and the meds are not working not even a little bit. No sleep, no food, no relief of any type. 14 days of constant pain is beyond unacceptable and yet we must endure and try too keep the family functioning as her sister is there with her, and her family need...

Roxanne Pappas Radio: Solar Power - Fire Risk?

November 09, 2015 23:00 - 29 minutes - 25.8 MB

Solar power is becoming very popular now.  MA state even has a program for obtaining panels.  Notr only does solar power eliminate carbon emissions into the atmosphere, but they can significantly reduce your electric bill.  The Wicked Green Energy Lady will discuss the types of solar power programs and how to go about getting a no obligation, free consultation to determine if your house is eligible for solar. Addtionally I will discuss the fears relating to fires associated with solar panels...

Wicked Insurance Matters with Greg Durette: Avoiding Legal/Financial Pitfalls

November 04, 2015 14:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Everyone knows they need to do some sort of estate planning but, often avoid the subject.  After all, who wants to really sit down and plot out our own demise?!  The sad fact is, if you don't, all of your best intentions will likely get dashed on the rocks of your remaining family. This show will help you understand: How to avoid the number one estate planning mistakeWhy one size planning does not fit allHow mistakes in planning could mean years of heartache and headache for your familyWhy i...

The Russ Illes show: Wicked Duct Tape

November 03, 2015 23:00 - 28 minutes - 24.8 MB

This show will be the beginning of the next step in the evolution of this program. I feel there are enough topics that are hard hitting and full of the tuff issues that are faced everyday as we try to get thru the stressful times we find ourselves in. The next part of this process is to get the word out to the people that need the information. I still have several national articles about to break and I believe they will begin the turning of the tide. While I am the only voice speaking about t...

The Roxanne Pappas Show: A Snowball Toss on the Senate Floor? Seriously?

November 02, 2015 23:00 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MB

I  want to continue our discussion on climate change based upon some additional reading I've done.  The Cape Cod Times is doing a series on this with scientists and researchers from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Insitution, the Marine Biological Laboratory, NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center and the U.S. Geological Survey Coastal and Marine Science Center. First thing to remember is that climate change and global warming, although used interchangeably, are really not the same thing. Base...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Imagine Never Outliving Your Money!

October 28, 2015 13:30 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MB

The number one fear of ALL people, regardless of current level of means is, to outlive the money that provides for your lifestyle.  Imagine a world where the stock market never has losses.  Imagine a world where your income only increases as time progresses.  Imagine a world where, these thinds are not only possible but, have been occurring for those that know for over 20 years! Tune in and find out how this isnot only possible but, how millions of people have learned how to take advantage o...

The Russ Illes show: Wicked Duct Tape"

October 27, 2015 22:00 - 27 minutes - 24.6 MB

Once again I had a visit from my anger. It raises it's head when you least expect it. What brought it up was the fact I had to find out about my daughters brain surgery on facebook from family half way across the country.  Why is that when you get angry, everyone comes at you trying to outdo your anger with theirs. It doesn't matter, family. friend, they all seem to find reason to have at you.  Nothing good ever comes of it.  Let's look a little deeper at what the cause of the anger is and ...

Viridian Energy: Power with Purpose

October 26, 2015 22:00 - 31 minutes - 28.2 MB

Hello Everyone: Just back from a month long vacation so I apologize for my repeat shows.  But today I will have Gary Palumbo with me who is an Indpendent Associate with Viridian Energy. There have been many new  and improved activities going on with Viridian which I'd like to share with you.  Viridian began as (and still is)a green energy company offering energy from renewable sources as a cost effective alternative to using coal or fossil fuels.  The real value proposition is what Viridian...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: How the Gov't Is Helping with LTC

October 21, 2015 13:30 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Greg is an insurance and financial expert with over 32 years experience helping individuals, families and businesses understand the best insurance options for the unique situations and avoid costly mistakes.  Working throughout the country, he has been able to help folks ensure the financial security of the people and things they love and care about most.  Greg helps you live better and leave behind a true legacy of not just money but, dignity. I this show, he will show you not just how the ...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Why Annuities Get a Bad Rap

October 14, 2015 13:30 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MB

Greg is an insurance and financial expert with over 32 years experience helping individuals, families and businesses understand the best insurance options for their unique situations and avoid costly mistakes.  Working throughout the country, he has been able to help folks ensure the financial security of the people and things they love and care about most.  Greg helps you live better and leave behind a true legacy of not just money but, dignity. During this show,he will reveal why the biase...

The Russ Illes Show:' Wicked Duct Tape:'

October 13, 2015 22:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MB

This week has been difficult. Not unlike every other week but I haven't preped as much as I like to. What I will talk about are the similarities in our thoughts, the  people we have in our lives, and my shed. "YOUR SHED?" I will try to tie it all togerther by the end of this half hour we spend together. It has been an unusual thought process getting me here. Different distractions have tended to derail my picking a subject but then one emerged all by itself. The reason I am going with it is I...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Choose the Right Life Insurance

October 10, 2015 14:30 - 31 minutes - 27.5 MB

We are pleased to announce our guest for this week: Seth Legatowicz, is one of the country’s top experts in the life insurance industry. He has helped thousands of clients across the country find the best priced options on their life insurance.   A sub-specialty has been his ability to help clients with "impaired risks" such as health issues, foreign travel, piloting, scuba diving, mountain climbing, etc., get the insurance they want and need. He has unique and powerful insights into the man...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Choose

October 09, 2015 17:30 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MB

We are pleased to announce our guest for this week: Seth Legatowicz, is one of the country’s top experts in the life insurance industry. He has helped thousands of clients across the country find the best priced options on their life insurance.   A sub-specialty has been his ability to help clients with "impaired risks" such as health issues, foreign travel, piloting, scuba diving, mountain climbing, etc., get the insurance they want and need. He has unique and powerful insights into the man...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Choose the Right Life Insurance

October 07, 2015 13:30 - 30 minutes - 27.3 MB

We are pleased to announce our guest for this week: Seth Legatowicz, is one of the country’s top experts in the life insurance industry. He has helped thousands of clients across the country find the best priced options on their life insurance.   A sub-specialty has been his ability to help clients with "impaired risks" such as health issues, foreign travel, piloting, scuba diving, mountain climbing, etc., get the insurance they want and need. He has unique and powerful insights into the man...

WE made it?

October 06, 2015 22:00 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MB

A friend sent me a post on facebook. It alluded to how much crap we have faced and still we made it. I thought that would make a good conversation. For myself, it took more than half my life before I started looking. When I looked back over the landscape of my life, I had to shake my head in wonder. As men we are taught to take whatever is handed to us and DEAL with it. I want to share my story, in an effort to make it acceptable for you to look at your life and share it in a safe space, with...

Roxanne Pappas Radio the Wicked Energy Lady: The Optomist Co, Chemical Free

October 05, 2015 22:00 - 22 minutes - 20 MB

Like most new and expecting moms, Devin looked for eco friendly products for her home. She learned the hard way during an asthma attack in her second pregnancy that these “green” labels often hide toxins and irritants. Armed with determination and a positive attitude she created a line of cleaning products that only use recognizable ingredients, making it easy to identify her products as safe. No chemistry degree required! She now sells her products in wholesale locations across New England, ...

Greg Durette with Wicked Insurance Matters: Financial Insurance

September 30, 2015 13:30 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MB

Greg is an insurance and financial expert with over 32 years experience helping inviduals, families and businesses understand the best insurance options and avoid costly mistakes.  Working throughout the country, he has been able to help folks ensure the financial security of the people and things they love and care about most.  Greg helps you live better and leave behind a true legacy of not just money but, true dignity. During this show he will share 3 key tips on how you can avoid costly ...

Stress

September 29, 2015 22:00 - 28 minutes - 25.3 MB

Stress is an insideous culprit. Stress makes you respond to differing stimuli in totally different ways while in each case taking you off your game. An example: my child has cancer, one stressor. Her Dr. comes to us in the very beginning of treatment and hands us a document with the explanation that they have a new drug and they want to administer it to our child. They believe it will extend remission. We have to sign this document by next week which absolves the hospital of any wrong doing i...

Roxanne Pappas Radio the Wicked Energy Lady: Dr. Mark Walcutt

September 28, 2015 22:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Monday's guest is Dr. Mark Walcutt a practicing chiropractor in Hyannis, Cape Cod.  He and his wife, Dr. Roberta have been helping people achieve optimal health through gentle and specific chiropractic adjustments, nutritional counseling and lifestyle modifications for the past 30 years.  Dr, Mark will discuss the difference between chiropractic and conventional medicine  and offer his insight on GMOs, holistic health, homeopathy and nutrition.  We will explore how the current environment aff...

The Russ Illes Show: Wicked Duct Tape

September 22, 2015 22:00 - 30 minutes - 26.8 MB

I'm struggling with being heavy and negative all the time. While this topic is troubling and intense, it is also part of life. It does not happen to be all bad all the time. We tend to focus on the negative and I am trying to break that habit. This show will have a mix of topics to stir the grey matter with a little bright spot as well as a look at the still tuff side of this story. Nothing can be negative all the time , but again, we only dwell on that side. A big part of this coming aware i...

Roxanne Pappas Radio - How Do You Feel About Nuclear Power?

September 14, 2015 22:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MB

Diane Turco is a retired special education teacher and lives in Harwich.She is Director of Cape Downwinders. After learning of the threat from the Pilgrim nuclear reactor to the public and environment in the late 1980s and the lack of protection for the public at the state and federal level, she began to work for public safety and continues to investigage, educate and agitate for the closing of the Pilgrim nuclear reactor in Plymouth. The misssion of Cape Downwinders is to take action to pro...

The Russ Illes Show: Wicked Duct Tape

September 08, 2015 22:00 - 31 minutes - 27.6 MB

Isolation is not a thing as much as it is an all encompassing feeling. When you try to apply what you believe, to the situation you are facing, nothing makes sense. Everyone around you hasn't a clue about what you truely feel but have a theory for you, although, it only makes them feel better because they can't wrap their heads around the possibilities that are your everyday life. When this has happened enough times, you go inside yourself in search of answers to help you survive in their wo...

Roxanne Pappas Radio: Devin Donaldson on chemical free cleaning products

September 07, 2015 22:00 - 39 minutes - 35.6 MB

Like most new and expecting moms, Devin looked for eco friendly products for her home. She learned the hard way during an asthma attack in her second pregnancy that these “green” labels often hide toxins and irritants. Armed with determination and a positive attitude she created a line of cleaning products that only use recognizable ingredients, making it easy to identify her products as safe. No chemistry degree required! She now sells her products in wholesale locations across New England, ...

The Russ Illes Show: Wicked Duct Tape

September 01, 2015 22:00 - 30 minutes - 26.9 MB

As I collect information from my audiance, I try to respond accordingly. I ge so pasionate about men and seeking a healthy environment that I become tunnel visioned. This problem did not come about in a vacuum. Husbands and wives learned it from the society we were raised in. That doesn;t mean it's correct or one side is to blame. We all accepted our roles as they were laid out for us only to find out that they were faulty assumptions that now need to be addressed with open minds, cool  heart...

The Russ Illes show: wicked Duct Tape

August 25, 2015 22:00 - 30 minutes - 27 MB

This edition of the program is apology for tech issues and getting to know each other better. I have been working on these issues for a very long time and I feel a need to let you know more about me as an individual and person. I have studied the issues as they came up for me, with professional help and on my own. I am not a man of medicine or the medical field in any way. What I share with you is what I lived through as it unfolded right in front of me in real life. Decisions that had life a...

Roxanne Pappas Radio: The Optimist Co, and chemical-free products

August 24, 2015 22:00 - 22 minutes - 20 MB

Like most new and expecting moms, Devin looked for eco friendly products for her home. She learned the hard way during an asthma attack in her second pregnancy that these “green” labels often hide toxins and irritants. Armed with determination and a positive attitude she created a line of cleaning products that only use recognizable ingredients, making it easy to identify her products as safe. No chemistry degree required! She now sells her products in wholesale locations across New England, ...

Roxanne Pappas Radio the Wicked Energy Lady: Energy Choice Program

August 17, 2015 22:00 - 24 minutes - 21.1 MB

Several states have deregulated their energy.  With this deregulation every resident can participate in their state's energy choice program by choosing either a pollution building brown energy supplier or a green energy suppliers which gets their energy from renewables.  We'll talk about how easy this is to do and how it impacts your life. We'll also discuss the rising costs of energy:what we can do about it and how to protect ourselves from "slamming" About The Host Host of Roxanne Pappas...

The Russ Illes Show, Wicked Duct Tape: Being Heard

August 11, 2015 22:00 - 30 minutes - 27.2 MB

Being Heard, Dads Need To Be Heard Too. Here is the platform where you will be heard. Your voice is important and your concerns will be addressed. My child had cancer and everyone believed, as I did, that the odds were, she was going to die. She didn’t. She and I suffered through 6 bouts of cancer. As I tried to talk with friends and family about her, I learned, very quickly, what I could and could not say. On this show, we will talk about all of it: the tender moments and the tough stuff....

Roxanne Pappas Radio, Your Wicked Green Energy Lady: Guest, Dr. Mark Walcutt

August 10, 2015 22:00 - 31 minutes - 27.8 MB

Monday's guest is Dr. Mark Walcutt a practicing chiropractor in Hyannis, Cape Cod.  He and his wife, Dr. Roberta have been helping people achieve optimal health through gentle and specific chiropractic adjustments, nutritional counseling and lifestyle modifications for the past 30 years.  Dr, Mark will discuss the difference between chiropractic and conventional medicine  and offer his insight on GMOs, holistic health, homeopathy and nutrition.  We will explore how the current environment aff...

selfishness

August 04, 2015 22:00 - 20 minutes - 17.6 MB

Tonights topic fell into my lap through a decision I made not to attend my neices' wedding in Wisconcin. Trying to work this business up off it's knees, I decided to stay home and spend that money on my business, in an effort to help myself and the other 32 million dads affected by chronic illness. When it was insinuated that I was selfish, I bought in immediately, for at least 60 seconds and then remembered that this is one of the many types of conversation we need to address to keep us mov...

The bad and the good

July 28, 2015 22:00 - 29 minutes - 26.4 MB

The week that anything that could go wrong DID. Having come to terms with that, I have to kickstart my attitude by remembering all the people who are kind and loving and giving back to the rest of us by working through the worst points of their lives and reaching back to help others. Those who understand the level of pain being endured by others and are offering a hand up. 

Roxanne Pappas Radio, Your Wicked Energy Lady: Climate Change...Truth or Dare?

July 27, 2015 22:00 - 26 minutes - 23.2 MB

We know our congressmen and women are battling whether we are undergoing climate change or not.  Without providing any political preferences we'll be talking about the latest discussions and "edicts" surrounding climate change from a pact between 3 of the largest polluting countries to the international reponse to climate change. I encourage call-ins for a more lively conversation and, unlike Bill O'Reilly,  I promise to be "fair and balanced". About Your Host: Roxanne Pappas- Host of Roxa...

The Russ Illes Show Wicked Duct Tap

July 21, 2015 22:30 - 30 minutes - 27.1 MB

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Roxanne Pappas Radio, Your Wicked Energy Lady: Energy Choice Program

July 20, 2015 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.58 MB

Did You Know That You Can Participate in the Mass. Energy Choice Program? With energy deregulation, every MA resident can participate in the Energy Choice Program by choosing a brown or green energy supplier.  We'll talk about how easy this is to do and how it impacts your utility bill. We'll also discuss the rising costs of energy: what we can do about it and how to protect ourselves from "slamming". About Your Host: Roxanne Pappas- Host of Roxanne Pappas Radio, Wicked Energy Lady, on th...