Кращі подкасти про Insomniac (2024)

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Winging It…. 25:08

19h ago25:08

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Send us a text I’m just flying by the seat of my pants tonight! Nothing planned. Just talking about whatever pops into my head! I had a script. However, I left it at home. So, you get me babbling about my grandson, education and its decline. I discuss Americans being dumb and obese. I also talk about being relationship choices and being thankful.…

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How to Manage Anxious Thoughts Around Sleep 4:49

2d ago4:49

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Anxious thoughts often make it hard to sleep. Many people feel more worried as bedtime approaches or wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts. Sometimes, one small thought can snowball into a big worry, making sleep seem impossible. But there are ways to handle these thoughts to help you feel calmer and sleep better. Let’s talk about…

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69: The Conjuring Universe 44:58

20h ago44:58

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In this episode, we discuss The Conjuring Universe and the first two homes depicted in the film adaptations. The first film within the Conjuring series was set in 1971, the story follows the Perron family, who move into an old farmhouse in Harrisville, Rhode Island. Soon, they experience increasingly disturbing paranormal events. Desperate for help…

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Liberals Kill…. 47:19

5d ago47:19

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Send us a text What’s been keeping me up? Liberals and their craziness! The fact that leftists are killers. They killed my mom and they love to kill our souls. What else? Kate Brown, Covid, My mom and patriotism. I love that patriotism is suddenly becoming cool. I'm on board. Merica!Courtney Perry

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I Tend To Over Commit …. 21:28

7d ago21:28

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Send us a text What’s keeping me up? Over committing! I tend to say yes to things I genuinely don’t have time for. I don’t want anyone to be put out. I also discuss my lack of accepting help from others. I refuse to allow anyone to help me. In this short podcast I talk about how, doing both, give me ulcers and prevent me from sleeping!…

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68: Israel Keyes & The Murder of Samantha Koenig 1:19:18

8d ago1:19:18

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This week, we’re diving into the heartbreaking story of Samantha Koenig and how her murder led to the capture of one of the most terrifying serial killers in modern history: Israel Keyes. Samantha was an 18-year-old with a big heart and an even bigger personality, working at a coffee stand in Anchorage, Alaska, when her life was tragically cut shor…

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Working With Painful Emotions During Insomnia (Exercise Inside) 3:48

9d ago3:48

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Painful emotions are one of the most challenging things to accept while we are struggling with insomnia. Here is an exercise to bring greater mindful acceptance to painful emotions such as anxiety, sadness, frustration, and fear. — Are you ready to finally live a life free of insomnia by Saturday, Feb 8th, 2025? Because that’s how long it usually t…

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It’s Late… 55:12

15d ago55:12

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Send us a text It’s late. I’ve been up since 4:00AM, going non stop, for TWENTY HOURS. Yes, that’s 2-0 hours. Wouldn’t be that bad if I slept the night before. This podcast shows my brain capacity when I’m exhausted. I make sense for about half of the show. But I wind up lost and wondering, aimlessly. While roaming I discuss learning from my mistak…

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67: The Disappearance of Laci Peterson 1:21:59

15d ago1:21:59

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The murder of Laci Peterson was a highly publicized criminal case in the early 2000s involving the death of Laci Denise Peterson, a 27-year-old woman who was eight months pregnant at the time. Her disappearance and subsequent murder drew intense media attention in the United States, largely because of the tragic nature of the case, the dramatic inv…

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Want to Beat Insomnia? Drop the Rope 4:52

16d ago4:52

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Sometimes, when we feel bad after a rough night, we make it even worse without realizing it. One way to think about this is with the idea of clean pain and dirty pain. • Clean pain is the normal, unavoidable pain when something tough happens. For example, feeling tired after a bad night’s sleep, feeling sad when something disappointing happens, or …

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Introducing Our 47th President! 34:15

19d ago34:15

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Send us a text Let me introduce you to our 47th president, Donald J Trump! Not gonna lie, I’m EXCITED behind all measure! Let’s Gooooooo! I’m so happy America has spoken. I’m happy we haven’t lost all brain cells. I’m drinking liberal tears in my coffee. They taste fabulous! Mmmmm…. Mix in a little boo hoo burger and WHINE! Delicious! Hey, celebs… …

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Hurting 32:16

20d ago32:16

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Send us a text Has anyone listened to the song, “I Am not OK” by Jelly Roll? If not, I feel it’s worth your time. It’s my current theme song. The lyrics play on repeat all day, into the night. It’s part of what’s keeping me up. My son is out on the streets. He’s scared, angry and feels he was wronged. To say I’m worried is an understatement. As a p…

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America’s Future At Stake…. 44:09

21d ago44:09

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Send us a text What’s keeping me awake? ELECTION DAY!!! To say it’s an important day, would be an understatement! Tomorrow is important, not only Americans but the world. It could go either way. Trump or Harris? Scary. Definitely preventing me from sleeping. Will there be WW3? Nuclear war? Riots? By this time tomorrow, our world will change dramati…

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66: Is Bigfoot Real? Unraveling Sightings, Myths, and Theories 1:12:30

22d ago1:12:30

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This week, we’re stepping into the dense forests and foggy hills where legends of Bigfoot thrive. For centuries, stories of towering, hairy beings have circulated through Native American folklore and modern eyewitness reports, painting a vivid picture of a creature who evades discovery, yet leaves behind tantalizing evidence. With deep ties to Nati…

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Caring Less How You Sleep at Night 6:34

23d ago6:34

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One of the secrets to sleeping well again is learning to care less about how you sleep at night. While this might sound odd, it works because a calm, less stressed mind helps your body feel more relaxed, making it easier to fall asleep. When you worry less about sleep, your nervous system relaxes, allowing you to be in a better state for sleep. Lea…

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Holiday Special - Tricked 20:57

26d ago20:57

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Some people love Halloween. The costumes, the candy, children parading to your front door begging for treats. Harrison Hardigan is not one of those people. However, he is about to be given a rare gift, a chance to examine the choices and experiences that have made him the man he is, and hopefully learn from them. But will it be enough to make him c…

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Self Worth… 36:47

27d ago36:47

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Send us a text What’s been keeping me up? Self worth. If I don’t respect myself, why would anyone else? If I allow someone to make me feel worthless, that’s on me. I need to decide if I’m worth it? Am I worth my own mental and physical health? What else has been keeping me wide awake? POLITICS! Politics are always on my mind these days!…

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Quick Update 19:39

27d ago19:39

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Send us a text What’s been keeping me up? A new environment. Getting used to new surroundings. Adjusting to apartment life. The pros and cons. And of course the elections! I’m still talking about the elections. They are important. Vote everyone! VOTE!Courtney Perry

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65: Halloween's Origins: Samhain and Día de los Muertos 1:04:27

29d ago1:04:27

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In this special Halloween episode, we take a fascinating journey into two ancient holidays that have shaped the way we celebrate Halloween today: Samhain and Día de los Muertos. Join us as we dive into the Celtic origins of Halloween through Samhain as well as the vibrant, heartfelt celebrations of Día de los Muertos, Mexico's Day of the Dead. Disc…

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How to Wind Down Before Bed 4:19

1M ago4:19

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Getting ready for bed is an important part of getting your normal sleep back. Wind down and relax about 45–60 minutes before your sleep window (the time you set aside for sleep). This helps your body and mind shift from a busy day to a more restful state, which can support better sleep over time. — Are you ready to finally live a life free of insom…

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Time For A Change…. 27:20

1M ago27:20

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Send us a text In today’s episode, I discuss change. Not only do I feel the world could use some change. But I, myself, am dealing with change. Depending on your perspective change can be a positive thing. It can be scary., sad, exciting, joyful, or stressful. What’s been keeping me up? The upcoming elections. America needs to turn the page. Move f…

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64: The Salem Witch Trials 1:28:32

1M ago1:28:32

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In this episode, we're diving into one of the darkest and most infamous chapters in American history—the Salem Witch Trials. As we embrace spooky season, it’s time to explore the terrifying blend of mass hysteria, wrongful accusations, and the grim fates of those caught in the frenzy. This story takes us to 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, where a few yo…

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How to Fall Asleep Quick and Easy 5:50

1M ago5:50

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One of the best ways to start falling asleep quickly and easily again is by boosting your body’s natural ability to help you fall asleep. This involves two key parts: your sleep drive and your circadian rhythm. Using a “sleep window” can help both systems work together to give you better sleep. A sleep window is the time you set aside each night to…

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Voting & Electric Planes??? 44:30

1M ago44:30

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Send us a text What’s been keeping me up? Electric airplanes! Do we have them? NO! Yet celebrities fly their jets ALL OVER! They fly their private jets to and fro, without a care in the world. All while demanding everyone ELSE care about climate change. All while preaching to us how terrible diesel is. Funny, I didn’t realize jets were ran on batte…

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63: Edinburgh Castle 44:40

1M ago44:40

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In this episode, Char tells Ashley all about the history of Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress that dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, Scotland, from its position on Castle Rock. It is one of the most iconic landmarks in Scotland, with a rich history dating back to at least the Iron Age. Perched on Castle Rock, a volcanic ro…

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Will Insomnia Do Something Bad to Me? How Long Until I Recover? 6:07

1M ago6:07

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You don’t develop insomnia after just one sleepless night. Insomnia builds up over time because of things like stress, anxiety, and bad sleeping habits. When you’re anxious about not sleeping, it’s harder to fall asleep, which keeps the cycle going. Since insomnia takes time to develop, it also takes time to fix. There’s no magic overnight solution…

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Celeb-Tards & Peer Pressure… 1:01:47

2M ago1:01:47

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Send us a text This is a long podcast folks. So buckle up! I discuss Celebrities. Celebrities like Taylor, Swift and Beyoncé. I remember a time when we taught our kids. It was cool to be an individual and not follow. I remember when we used to ask our children, “ If everybody jumped off a bridge, would you?” When we taught our kids, it was best to …

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62: Madame LaLaurie's Haunted Mansion 1:09:22

2M ago1:09:22

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In this episode, we're diving into a chilling blend of true crime and the paranormal—two of our favorite things! We're heading to New Orleans, Louisiana to explore the infamous story of Madame Delphine LaLaurie and her haunted mansion. From her rise in high society to the horrific rumors and crimes that led to the torment and deaths of many enslave…

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The “Gold Standard” for Insomnia 7:05

2M ago7:05

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You’ve probably tried or thought about trying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i). CBT-i is often considered the “best” way to treat insomnia, the “Gold Standard,” and research shows it works for some people. But for others (most), it doesn’t solve the problem or provide a lasting solution. Let’s explore why CBT-i might not work for e…

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2024 VP Debate 32:56

2M ago32:56

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Send us a text If you haven’t watched the Vice Presidential debate, I BEG you to do so! What’s keeping me awake at night? The election! I’m petrified crazy Kamala, will have successfully slept her way to the top! Allegedly….not a fact. Just a probability . I’m hoping the majority of Americans tuned in to the vice presidential debate with an open mi…

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Actions Speak Louder Than Words… 41:55

2M ago41:55

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Send us a text What’s keeping me up? Lefties thinking that, throwing tantrums, rioting and burning our flag, somehow saves lives? People that flap their gums but never actually DO anything to help anyone. Has stealing and threatening others, fed starving children? Liberals like to TALK a big game. But what have they done to actually contribute to t…

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Remastered - White 23:48

2M ago23:48

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For a free audiobook of The Charlatan's Conundrum and Other Bedtime Stories for Insomniacs, visit https://dl.bookfunnel.com/2a8lweggcz Who doesn’t like a campfire story? Those scary tales told by the dying light of burning logs that leave us lying in our sleeping bags, eyes open, wondering if maybe it wasn’t just a story… Like this tale, about a ma…

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61: Jolly Jane the Murder Nurse 54:45

2M ago54:45

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Jolly Jane Toppan, born in 1854, was a notorious American serial killer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She worked as a nurse and used her position to murder at least 31 people, though she claimed responsibility for more than 100 deaths. Her preferred method was poisoning, often using a combination of morphine and atropine. She wo…

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To Sleep Normally Again, Stop Doing These Things 4:51

2M ago4:51

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Let’s talk about why some things you’ve tried to help you sleep, like sleeping pills, bedtime routines, and calming exercises, haven’t worked. You might be surprised to learn that trying hard to fall asleep often makes it harder. We’ll look at why that happens and discuss how to better manage your insomnia. — If you still experience insomnia and ar…

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What’s Love Got To Do With It? 33:33

2M ago33:33

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Send us a text What’s keeping me from counting sheep? RELATIONSHIPS! Relationships can be difficult. I’ve been talking about them in my last three episodes. This one is no exception! So if you’re tired of me discussing relationships, this probably isn’t the podcast for you? I discuss FINALLY making the decision to move on. We both decided it was be…

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#70 - Leap 30:52

2M ago30:52

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Leap day comes but once every 1461 days. It is a quirk of our calendar based on the discrepancy between the time it takes the Earth to revolve around the sun versus the number of times it spins on its axis. Most people think it's just one extra ordinary day, but what if instead, it is an extraordinary day. One on which those who have it as a birthd…

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60: The Ghosts of Whaley House 1:01:20

2M ago1:01:20

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As we inch closer to Spooky Season, we're bringing you a chilling story that’s bound to send shivers down your spine! In this week’s episode, we dive into the eerie past of one of America’s most haunted houses—The Whaley House in San Diego, California. Once the grand home of businessman Thomas Whaley and his family, this 1857 brick mansion has seen…

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The Only Two Forces That Control Your Sleep (Nothing Else Ever Will) 5:09

2M ago5:09

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Only two things control sleep. Inside the End Insomnia System, we call them the sleep-starting force and the sleep-stopping force. The Force That Helps You Sleep The sleep-starting force makes you feel sleepy and ready for bed. It’s made up of two essential systems in your body: your sleep drive and your circadian rhythm. The Force That Stops Sleep…

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Unstable 26:46

2M ago26:46

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Send us a text What’s been keeping me up? Instability. Seems no matter where you go nowadays. Everything’s unstable? Nothing has a good foundation. I feel like the ground is going to crumble beneath you at any moment. I want to be on solid ground again.Courtney Perry

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Remastered - The Time Cop Paradox 22:19

2M ago22:19

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Everyone loves a good time travel story. We even have a fondness for the bad ones. There's something about the idea of being able to travel backwards and forward through time that is appealing. But is it really possible? Scientists tell us no, but wouldn't we rather live in a world where Jean Claude Van Damme is policing the timeline and keeping us…

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Stuck… 25:14

2M ago25:14

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Send us a text What’s preventing me from sleeping soundly? Relationships! Whether it’s my relationship between my family, friends, coworkers, employers, etc. It seems relationships can be both exhausting and rewarding? I discuss relationships. The good and the bad. OK not gonna lie. In this episode, I discuss the bad.…

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#69 - Dreams of Her 21:34

2M ago21:34

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Dreams are a great mystery of the human mind. Many people believe that they give us a glimpse into our true selves. Some even believe they can foretell the future. Every once in a while you find yourself in one that seems so real you can't tell it's a dream. Which begs the question, what if what you think of as real life is really the dream? fantas…

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Kamala The Killer 42:05

2M ago42:05

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Send us a text What’s keeping me awake? Kamala, the killer, Harris! If she were a boxer, that’d be her name. I feel Kamala is responsible for a lot of death in America, Afghanistan, Israel and Palestine. Her and the entire Biden administration. They have blood on their hands for, not one but TWO assassination attempts on Trump. When you go OUT OF Y…

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59: Alcatraz 59:22

2M ago59:22

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Alcatraz is a small island located in San Francisco Bay, California, about 1.25 miles offshore from San Francisco. It is best known for the federal prison that operated there from 1934 to 1963, housing some of the most notorious criminals in American history, such as Al Capone, George "Machine Gun" Kelly, and Robert Stroud (the "Birdman of Alcatraz…

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Reversing the Factors That Maintain Insomnia 4:56

2M ago4:56

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Insomnia is a vicious cycle. Worrying about sleep makes it hard to sleep, and not sleeping makes you worry even more. A Stanford study recently confirmed this. This worry can lead you to do things that make sleeping more challenging. After a while, your body might learn to be wide awake at bedtime, even if you’re not trying to be. This is called “c…

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A Really Good Day - Part Twenty Four 38:37

2M ago38:37

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A Really Good Day will make you laugh, it will make you cry, it will make you stand up and cheer! Enjoy this entertaining golf fantasy about one man's really good day. To purchase the hardcover edition of this book, visit: JamesHosek.com Free shipping, plus the audio and ebook editions included. The perfect Fathers Day gift for the golfer in your l…

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Between the Covers with Jody J. Sperling 22:30

3M ago22:30

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My interview with guest author Jody J. Sperling, author of "In the Garden of End Times" on the Bedtime Stories for Insomniacs fiction podcast as well as many novels and other books. Check out his Luke in Time mysteries! You can find his books at https://jodyjsperling.comRich Hosek

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Running In Circles… 33:56

3M ago33:56

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Send us a text Why am I tossing and turning? Why can’t I get more than three hours of sleep? ANXIETY! Full blown anxiety, panic and stress. Sadness, depression, anger. Ya know, the usual! I’ve been listening to Katy Perry’s song, “Rise” on repeat. I got this.Courtney Perry

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#68 - In the Garden of End Times by Jody J. Sperling 26:40

3M ago26:40

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Have you ever seen a man on a busy street corner, or perhaps on the side of a highway, maybe in the crowd at a stadium, holding up a sign saying, "The end is nigh"? You might assume he's crazy. But what if he's not? What if the end of days is just around the corner, waiting for that final sign, something innocuous, the last piece of a hidden puzzle…

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YOU ARE WORTH IT!!! 42:39

3M ago42:39

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Send us a text In this episode I discuss abuse. Sexual, physical and mental abuse. Whether it’s abuse from a spouse, relative, friend, or stranger. I discuss the effects and emotions that go into being abused. I talk about my personal experiences with abusive relationships and addiction. If you are with someone that hurts you physically and/or emot…

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