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Alphonzo Wesson Twenty-six Time Emmy Award Winning Director and Master Storyteller
A Journey Through Nature and Science - June 16, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutesAlphonzo, known to his friends as Zo, will share stories with us about directing giant entertainment personalties like Oprah Winfrey; and a life changing encounter with famed photographer and director, Gordon Parks. Zo tells some personal anecdotal stories about Oprah and how a movie based on ...
21: Set Boundaries
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - June 10, 2020 15:56 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsBoundaries are necessary if you want to live a life that is peaceful and enjoyable. However, when we don't have boundaries, our relationships, the way we spend our time, and our views are impacted. In this episode, Latonya shares practical suggestions to help you incorporate boundaries. Links +...
Step 6: Set Boundaries
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - June 10, 2020 15:56 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsI haven't always had boundaries. I didn't understand the concept of having boundaries until I found my first therapist over 10 years ago. Our sessions focused on me creating healthy boundaries with those I had relationships with. Before therapy, people in my life pretty much did whatever they wa...
Stories Of My Father And The Universe
A Journey Through Nature and Science - June 09, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutesStories that my father told us as children could be both comical and terrifying. However, the stories that fascinated me the most were true stories about the sun the moon and the stars. I would often ask my father unending questions about the wonders that I saw all around me. In the 1950's, l...
46. Best Skincare for Rosacea
Skincare With Friends - June 06, 2020 13:35 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 36 ratingsRosacea is a medical condition but there are things you can do yourself to get control over redness and acne that come with rosacea.To find a transcript of this episode head to the Skincare with Friends Facebook group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I'm Black. I'm Human.
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - June 02, 2020 01:40 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode is audio taken from a video of me reading an essay I wrote for Joy in the Ordinary in response to the pain I feel as a Black American. Read the essay here: https://joyintheordinary.com/reflections/im-black-im-human
20: I'm Black. I'm Human.
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - June 02, 2020 01:40 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsAfter the murder of George Floyd, I updated an essay I started writing in 2017 as a response to the many murders of Black men by police officers. This episode is audio taken from a video of me reading the essay, and it expresses the pain I often feel as a Black American. Links + Resources: Rea...
Children's Day Special - A Tale Of A Girl and Her Dog
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 29, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutesOn June 1, over 50 countries will celebrate Children's Day. We would like to honor our children with this special episode about the love between a girl and her puppy. The story will be read in Spanish and English. Our theme music will be played by two of Don Murphy's grandchildren, 10 year ol...
Step 5: Find a Hobby
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - May 26, 2020 18:48 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn our hustle society, the joy we once felt from our hobbies has been snatched because the hobby may have been turned into a side hustle or you're too busy hustling that you don't have time to do things for pleasure. I've found that when I'm always working or being super busy, I am depleting...
19: Find a Hobby
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - May 26, 2020 18:48 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn our hustle society, the joy we once felt from our hobbies has been snatched because the hobby may have been turned into a side hustle or you're too busy hustling that you don't have time to do things for pleasure. In this episode, Latonya shares practical suggestions to help you incorporate ...
Van Gogh and Kissing Cousins
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 26, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutesAfter reading a biography of Vincent Van Gogh and learning of his unrequited love for one of his cousins, Kee Vos Stricker, our storyteller recalls the deep and painful love he had for one of his cousins that was revealed during a Tom Thumb Wedding. In part two of the episode Don Murphy tells t...
Take a Hike
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 19, 2020 05:00 - 21 minutesIn our third episode we begin with the story of a tyrannical school lunchtime monitor and what happened when once again the devil got into our storyteller and he ended up insulting the faculty showoff. We conclude our storytelling with an epic hike taken by Don Murphy, former ranger and directo...
45. Tinted Sunscreen Reviews
Skincare With Friends - May 18, 2020 13:15 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 36 ratingsIt's sunny, so we're on our favourite topic- sunscreens. We're talking about some new ones- It Cosmetics Illuminating and Altruist Anti Redness.Come and see the video on YouTube- https://youtu.be/ikzoYqJDEfY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Little League Last Out
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 12, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutesIn this episode we share two stories from my father's journal. The first story is about Little League Baseball and what happens in the bottom of the last inning in the last game of the season. My father's team had lost every game. This was their last chance to salvage one win and avoid the di...
The Little League Last Out
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 12, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutesIn this episode we share two stories from my father's journal. The first story is about Little League Baseball and what happens in the bottom of the last inning in the last game of the season. My father's team had lost every game. This was their last chance to salvage one win and avoid the di...
A Mother’s Day Culinary Calamity
A Journey Through Nature and Science - May 05, 2020 03:00 - 12 minutesOur debut podcast shares the hilarious story of what happened when our storyteller’s mother attempted to bake a chocolate layer cake. The second story is about what happens when our host’s senior prom turned into a protest for social justice.
44. Enlarged Pores and How To Minimise Them
Skincare With Friends - April 27, 2020 15:34 - 46 minutes ★★★★ - 36 ratingsToday we talk pores and oily skin, blackheads and how to improve their appearance. Come and find us on the Skincare with Friends Facebook group for the transcript and product recs, also on instagram at @skincarewithfriends Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43. Skincare Under the Corona Lockdown
Skincare With Friends - April 19, 2020 13:28 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 36 ratingsTodays skincare chat is on how lockdown has affected our skincare routine for the good and bad... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42. Is Fragrance Really that Bad for your Skin?
Skincare With Friends - March 18, 2020 21:36 - 58 minutes ★★★★ - 36 ratingsThis week's discussion is about the role of fragrance and essential oils in skincare. What the research has to say about their effects and how we feel about them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41. Do We Need Sunscreen in the Winter?
Skincare With Friends - March 01, 2020 22:30 - 55 minutes ★★★★ - 36 ratingsA skincare podcast by two skincare obsessed friends. Today we are talking about whether we need sunscreen in the winter, how to apply and which ones are good. There is also a fair bit about acne towards the end and beaucoup waffle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40. 7 Skins
Skincare With Friends - January 31, 2020 13:44 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 36 ratings40. 7 Skins by Nia Patten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Journal 9: On Day 8
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 27, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsLast Sunday, I decided to record a journal for a week to share my daily experience with PTSD and postconcussion syndrome. On the 7th day, I didn't record because I chose to live in the moment and joy the good day I was having. On the 8th day, I decided to bring the week to a proper close. :) ...
18: On Day 8 Journal
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 27, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis episode is part of my one-week journaling through PTSD series. I decided to record a journal for a week to share my daily experience with PTSD and post-concussion syndrome. On the 7th day, I didn't record because I chose to live in the moment and enjoy the good day I was experiencing. On th...
17: Create a Routine
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 24, 2020 14:50 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsBy creating a routine, you can create a vibe that gets your day started right. My morning routine touches on all the areas of my life that matter to me--my emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being, home, daughters, work, and homeschool. I didn't mention my husband or marriage because honest...
Step 4: Create a Routine
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 24, 2020 14:50 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsBy creating a routine, you can create a vibe that gets your day started right. My morning routine touches on all the areas of my life that matter to me--my emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being, my home, my daughters, my work, and our homeschool. I didn't mention my husband or marrigage...
16: Reflecting on My PTSD Diagnosis Journal
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 24, 2020 14:22 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe car accident and all that has happened since have been the hardest things I've ever experienced. I believe this is the hardest thing I've ever gone through. Not only is it hard because of the impact PTSD has on my life, but it is hard because I don't like the idea of living with this disorde...
Journal 8: Reflecting on My PTSD Diagnosis
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 24, 2020 14:22 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThis has been one of the hardest things I've ever been through. Actually, I believe this is the hardest thing I've ever gone through. Not only is it hard because of the impact PTSD has on my life, but it is hard because I don't like the idea of living with this disorder forever. In today's epi...
15: Today's a New Day Journal
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 23, 2020 13:50 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsI recorded this episode at 5:54 am CST. I woke this morning with spunk, and in this episode, I pat myself on the back for all of the good choices I've made post-accident. I don't have total control of my situation, but I am putting forth effort each day to adjust to my new ordinary. If you're ...
Journal 7: Today's a New Day
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 23, 2020 13:50 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsI recorded this episode at 5:54 am CST. I woke this morning with spunk, and in this episode, I give myself a pat on the back for all of the good choices I've made post accident. I don't have total control of my situation, but I am putting forth effort each day to adjust to my new ordinary. I...
Journal 6: Thoughts
Joy in the Ordinary with Latonya Moore - January 23, 2020 00:02 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, I'm sharing thoughts about my struggle with PTSD. Thanks for listening!
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