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Stacy Connects…with Stacy Heller
by KKNW | Hubbard Radio
Connection through conversation. Self-described conversationalist, Stacy Heller, uses her trademark quick wit and insight interviewing guests, and talking about topics and ideas from the ridiculous to the sublime.
Episodes
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The Mother of All Days
After a LONG hiatus, Stacy welcomes friend, client, and newly minted author Tennyson Jacobson to the show. Tennyson, her husband Kyle and their family survived a traumatic double home invasion on Mother’s Day 2013. After years of healing and recovery, curiosity and vulnerability and a heaping...
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Fall into Henry Harrow
Stacy welcomes Creighton Hilstad-Haan back to the pod to talk about the trends for fall into the holidays you’ll see at Henry Harrow in Wenatchee, WA. Before that Stacy talks about how her summer went (reflective) and shares a 3-part Ism inspired by therapy and life. After discussing whether they...
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The True Story of C. Wolf
As a kid Chris Wolf went to Camp Lawrence on Lake Winnipesaukee, Stacy’s first camp experience is as an adult on Lake Osoyoos. Chris sees himself as a hero whereas Stacy prefers to be the more interesting sidekick. Chris’ spirit animal is a wolf, Stacy’s is TBD. What they do have in common is a...
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Client-Centric Style Image, Interiors, and Ultimately Improv
Ever wondered if it’s the client or the consultant who’s really calling the shots? Join me this week to explore the stylish world of Bruce Pflaumer and Michael Bruce Image and Interior; and discover why when you work with them, it's all about you. Bruce also announces the unveiling of their...
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The Power of Staying
Stacy survived Covid with a brush and a set of watercolor paints; and not to be flippant, but she can now paint a cartoonishly cute ladybug. Her guests are Dr. JD Wyneken and Ashley Knebel, both Human Potential coaches and co-hosts of the podcast Staying Power. Meant to be a shared experience...
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All’s Well & Table
Welp, the diner dream is dashed, as Kirra Sherman said, that which is meant for you should not have strings.” But thanks to guest Jaynie Wetherbee, the owner/operator of The Well & Table in Issaquah, WA I still got to talk about running a restaurant. In fact, I fangirled SO hard I forgot to do…
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DAMTT
This episode is essentially a mash up of Don’t Ask Me to Talk (DAMTT) and STACY CONNECTS. It starts with the story of Coal versus a bobcat in which Coal loses 4 lives at once. Stacy’s -Ism is about curiosity, while Eric shares one about how, “sometimes things are better.” After an icebreaker...
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Does Saying Yes Keep Her Ageless?
At the start of the program between her banter and -Ism, Stacy sets the tone and theme for her conversation with Debra Poneman. Debra is a best-selling author and internationally renowned success and anti-aging expert. She’s also the mother of two children who by staying true to their gifts…
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She’s a Hunter and a Gatherer
She’s a Hunter and a Gatherer She’s also my guest and in agreement with me about juices! If you listen, you’ll understand and meet Ashley, owner and (smooth) operator of Ash Intel Agency. The -Ism this episode was about lying which aligned perfectly with Ashley’s skillset as a Private…
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There is Nothing Tiny About This!
Catherine Bhattachar is an idealistic ideator and I’m here for it. She also convinced me to add a prefab burger to our (maybe) diner menu with two simple words: decision fatigue. She and her co-founder started Tiny Earth Toys with a mission to reduce toy waste and increase imaginative play…
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Planting Seeds Of Potential
Some people are good at a lot of things, others have the creative energy to do a lot of things, Liz Hampton is both. The owner of Lupine Home Services, Liz Hampton, came to me recently to talk about how to best pursue some other side interests she has. This episode gives some insight into how I...
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Emigrate, Immigrate, Migrate
Not everyone thinks it’s great which is why I was eager to chat with Aditya Mehta about his experience coming to the states from India via Canada. But first while discussing the icebreaker topic of whether we’ve become too picky because of dating apps, Adi shared that his marriage was arranged...
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Beaming with Amy Kugler
Amy Kugler is a media executive, writer, and the founder of BEAM. She welcomed me on her show of the same name and unsurprisingly we ran out of time! It was such a great conversation, we decided to continue it here.Beam is a podcast about sharing the stirring stories around motherhood and...
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Decide What You Want
Ben Stein says it’s the first step to getting what you want. Mary Gleason and her husband did just that when it came to choosing where to retire. Mary shares the decision-making process she and her husband went through and how the move has impacted their family, friends, and relationship (with...
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Music Knows No Barrier of Age
Or culture according to A.R. Rahman. If only that applied to work culture too! Stacy welcomes Marilyn Milano to the pod, Marilyn is pianist who unrolls her TP from the bottom. Despite this, she and Stacy have a dynamic and honest conversation about what it’s like to age in the workplace, forcing...
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Henry Harrow
Stacy welcomes Creighton Hilstad-Hahn to the pod. Creighton and his husband Eddy “are purveyors of modern-day provisions,” which is to say they own and operate Henry Harrow in Wenatchee, WA (a highly curated retail playground specializing in creative, cozy, and curious finds). Creighton shares…
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What Michelle Chu and Simon Le Bon Have in Common
Stacy welcomes Michelle Chu to the pod, Michelle is a Certified Arborist with SavATree. Stacy’s proclivity for randomness shines in this episode as she asks Michelle questions ranging from facts about Simon Le Bon, to why her pear tree isn’t producing fruit, and her thoughts about Stacy’s rain...
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A New Era
After a month-long hiatus Stacy is back. In this first episode, Stacy shares that while on break she examined her motivation for doing a podcast; doing a deep dive into whether she’s trying to “be someone” or just be herself. She also chats about what changes she’s making including that it will…
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Stacy Connects: Thanks Fam!
For her last LIVE radio show on KKNW Stacy welcomes a bunch of characters she calls family. Speaking of characters, Bethany from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation inspired Stacy’s -ism this week. A short lesson on how to find STACY CONNECTS and random banter close out a three year run on…
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The HellerDays (encore)
We revisit a past episode for this week's edition of Stacy Connects. Pete, Annie, Will, Grace, and Charlie chime in to talk about the origin of some of their favorite holiday traditions, food and stories. From holiday travel fails with a John Cena wax figure and fried smelts a la Poppu for The...
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JD, Eric, and Stacy: Oh My! Holiday Movies
Stacy shares her observations and weekly-Ism which touches on the importance of faith over common sense, especially around the holidays. Then she and guests, JD Wyneken and Eric Reider spend the rest of the program chatting about holiday movies, breaking them down into various categories. The…
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Michael Bruce Image Consulting: Gift Ideas. You’re Welcome.
Stacy is getting into the holiday spirit or will die trying! She shares a recipe for “crack” chicken, the relatable struggle of trying to corral adult children for a holiday card, and the frustration of shopping in your closet when you’ve gained weight from said chicken. She’s joined by the…
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Dr. Becky Bell: A No-Conflict Clause
Stacy is back live this week! After a no-news update on Percy, some hinky holiday haikus, and a STACYISM about being “done” versus being mad which proves a perfect lead-in to guest, Dr. Becky Bell of Common Ground Conflict Solutions. Dr. Bell is back on the show to talk about ways to reduce...
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Composing a Life: Dave Nelson
Since we prerecorded this week for Thanksgiving 2023 (I am grateful for my listeners!), there’s more time to chat with my friend and guest, Dave Nelson. As a former professional “tech guy,” Dave took a personal and professional leap to pursue his true calling, music. Already accustomed to the...
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Three is the Magic Number: Stacy Harris
Happy Anniversary! It’s been three years since that fateful drive with Stacy Harris to Oroville, WA when the decision was made to do a radio show and a legit Batsquatch sighting occurred. Stacy and Stacy (along with Eric and Dave) reflect on the evolution of STACY CONNECTS; from discovering her...
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Goofy for Goofy: Amanda Guaren
After an update about her whirlwind trip to New York, Stacy wonders aloud to her guest Amanda, “Do I care about Disney as an adult??” Stacy shares her history with Disney Land/World which likely explains why her attitude is that of a grumpy old man (read: her father). However, after chatting with...
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BOOya It’s Halloween: Eric Reidar
Orange you glad I’m not always “evergreen?!” Stacy welcomes Eric Reidar back to the show for a Halloween themed, Don’t Ask Me to Talk redux. They chat about the origins, traditions and industry that is Halloween. After sharing bad Knock Knock jokes and useless factoids, they move on to a game of...
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Pouring it Out in Porto, Portugal: JDK Wyneken
Stacy returns from Portugal, full of stories and memories to share about her explorations in Lisbon, Porto, and – weirdly – a candy shop in the Amsterdam airport. Along the way she rode on rivers in the pouring rain, cooked a fabulous Portuguese meal, saw statues of Some Important Historical…
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Agent of Travel: Kathryn Gerken
In this pre-recorded episode Stacy welcomes Kathryn Gerken of Gerken Getaways and sorta-half-guest JD Wyneken. Kathryn is a travel agent; she planned the trip to Portugal; in fact, she’s been responsible for planning every trip Stacy has taken since 2017. They discuss some of the trips Kathryn…
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Creativity: JD Wyneken
Before she left for Portugal, Stacy, and her friend JD Wyneken pre-corded this episode about creativity. But first they talk about the important stuff like Pumpkin Spice Latte and Traylor (the Travis Kelce/Taylor Swift media whirlwind). Once they’ve weighed in on those impactful subjects they…
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SELL BUY: Brenda Morris
A trip to Value Village for a wooden box to “hold her grievances” results in a $21 cabinet, a large picnic basket, and a choice to make between two wedding dresses. However, since that’s not where Stacy is headed, she changes direction and welcomes her friend Brenda Morris, a realtor with…
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Like Mother Like Daughter: Grace Heller
Stacy spent four days moving her daughter Grace to NY to live and work; she spent six days with her mother doing whatever her mother said to do. There are A LOT of conversations and observations to share. And then on Wednesdays we go to therapy. Ultimately it all boils down to no matter how hard...
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Inked: Matt Knutsen
A short, last-minute trip to Veranda Trip resulted in an epic hangover and tomatoes for Stacy. This week she helps pack for her daughter’s move to NYC. Today’s guest Matt Knutsen, inspired a memory about her late father and this week’s “ism.” Stacy and Matt, an experienced tattoo artist and owner...
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She’s THAT Person, You’re Welcome for Sharing: Kathleen Lawson
Did sharing her idea for a starter experience for the Burning Man-curious last week jinx this year’s attendees? Nah. Also, Stacy gets a complaint from a listener so makes it right. This week’s guest is Kathleen Lawson, a business strategist, in fact she’s Stacy’s business strategist! They chat...
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Band List Of Their Generation, The Heller Squad (Stacy, Grace, Charlie & Eric)
Stacy starts out strong sharing a couple of ideas like her starter experience for the Burning Man-curious and her Choose Your Urn Adventure business idea. She also announces a new blog post and confesses she doesn’t feel grown up enough to be aging. This week’s show topic was inspired by a video…
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Stacy Heller: Pulling Back the Curtain
This week since she has no guest, Stacy decides to invite herself to pull up a mic and back the curtain. First, she does her usual weekly update with news of her mom, thoughts on the weather, the Barbie movie, and fondue. Her STACYISM is the first clue this episode is going to be even more...
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Liz Hampton: Seeds of Organization
Stacy chats about visiting with her mother (and friends) post-arm surgery. From her attitude going into surgery to her philosophy about recovery and aging, there was a lot to take in and share much to Joan’s embarrassment. She and her guest Liz Hampton of Lupine Services talk about Liz’s love…
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Kirra Sherman: From Listing to Limitless
Stacy barely takes a breath as she shares that she’s two weeks Diet Coke clean and now does cryptoquips; she makes her case for rain barrels in the mountains considering the Eagle Bluff fire in Oroville. Her guest Kirra Sherman is used to her rambling, sometimes ego-driven ideas since she works...
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Colby Wilk: Your Soul Has Your Number
Stacy starts by confessing she might need to stop drinking Diet Coke and/or gin and tonics; her guest Colby Wilk challenges her to explore why she needs them to begin with knowing they’re bad. It may be that her in-laws are visiting or perhaps it’s denial. Stacy and Colby chat about his practice…
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JD Wyneken: Fear of Headshots and the unKnown
Getting a new headshot just might be the worst thing ever; it’s not natural and how you show up in person never seems to match how you SHOW up in the photo. Stacy shares more about her photo shoot, an invitation to listen to the Stacy Connects episode, A Chip Off Toni Store with Maria Bartlow…
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Eric Reidar: Rabbit Holes and Roller Coasters
Since the program falls on Independence Day, Stacy celebrates by having friend, show producer, and former DAMTT co-host, Eric Reider on the show. In honor of Alice in Wonderland day, but mostly because it’s how it goes with them, they explore the conversational rabbit holes that only the Wheel...
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Grace Heller: Gen X to Gen Z
Stacy starts with anniversary and birthday greetings to family before getting sidelined by hacks on how to shop Costco without a membership. Naturally that leads to a story about the Trader Joes trading post pirate who sells their goods and wares in Canada. Stacy’s guest is her daughter Grace...
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Amanda Guaren: Home is Where You Might Just Grow Up
Stacy’s Observations and Conversations sometimes leave her with more questions than answers; like why she has a compulsive need to get settled when she arrives anywhere? Why Taylor Swift fans need to wear bracelets with Swiftian turns of phrase? And how did Kirat from the Sweet Bobby podcast, not...
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Dr. Becky Bell: Salty Fries and Compromise
Stacy’s Observations and Conversations are heavily influenced this week by the fact that it’s her 31st wedding anniversary. She shares the advice of Sima Aunty from Indian Matchmaker, when it comes to your expectations, compromise! The timing of her topic and her guests’ availability are proof of...
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Jill Beck: Wellness Matcher and Fan of The Roscoe Diner
Per usual Stacy starts by sharing Observations and Conversations from the past week; like that styes could be caused by pent-up anger and that lopping off tree suckers is super satisfying (especially if you have pent-up anger). Her guest Jill Beck, a Wellness Matchmaker, is especially…
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Lisa Hammond: Veranda Beach
Stacy starts the show by catching up on the latest and greatest, like her decision to outsource weeknight dinners and laundry! Her guest, Lisa Hammond is not only a friend and neighbor from Veranda Beach (where Stacy and her hubby bought their lake house in 2020), but she and her husband Jim are...
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Vicki Draper: The Animal Whisperer & Listener
Stacy starts the show in a nostalgic mood; noting that May 17, 2023, would have been her dad’s 85 birthday, and sharing that while cleaning her garage, she found her kid’s memory bins filled with old school pictures and work. Her guest is Vicki Draper, an Amazon bestselling author of three books...
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Nicole Christie: Here for Me
Travel is wonderful unless you’re in a middle seat next to a slobby snorer like Stacy was en route to Boston for Grace’s grad school graduation from Northeastern. She has also found another litmus test to determine personality traits, whether you stop for ice cream on a road trip. Stacy’s guest,...
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Melissa Reaves: Storytelling Mind Movies
Stacy begins by sharing her no-longer-a-secret desire to try improv, admitting that maybe by sharing, it will happen?! She also shares that her recent checkup confirmed what she already knew; eat better and less, which applies to drinking too; it was a good run while it lasted! Her guest is…
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Tucker Miller: Onward and Upward
Stacy starts by sharing how Walla Walla Wine Camp went, reflecting on the depth of the connection and conversations shared among her girlfriends. She also wonders aloud about when a lie is more than a lie and shares her weekly STACYISM. Her guest Tucker Miller, an executive leadership coach with...
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