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Story Junkies Podcast
by Story Junkies
This is a podcast for anyone who loves a good story, and we believe everyone has one. You know....the one that you share when you want to captivate everyone in the room. This podcast is full of real people telling their riveting tales.
Episodes
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He Lived in a Real Life Haunted House
In this episode you'll meet John Olsen, who was born and raised in Cache Valley. At the age of 8, he began to realize that the home he lived in (built in the mid-1880s) was peculiar. In this episode he tells us all about his experiences, and they're pretty fascinating! Fueled by his own…
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What Do You Want Your End to Look Like?
What would it be like to work in hospice care; helping patients and their families navigate the ends of their lives? Hospice nurse Nichole Olmsted answers that for us. She loves what she does and believes that the end of someone's life can be just as beautiful as the beginning. Give this episode…
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From Ugandan Orphan to American Actor
Get ready to meet Rachel's awesome nephew, Ahaise. Born in Uganda, Ahaise was adopted as a young child and raised in the U.S. In this episode we chat all about his life's journey; including what it was like in the Ugandan orphanage, what his first impressions of America were, how he got started…
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What's Up, Doc?!
Kick off the new year right by listening to a conversation that Lisa and Rachel have with Susie Schwartz, author of the book "Help the Doctor Help You...31 Secrets and Tips for Self-Advocacy for Getting the Best from Your Appointments." Susie's been dealing with numerous health challenges ever...
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I'm Surprised at How Many People Have Forgotten
What would it be like to be in NYC on September 11, 2001? Not only was now-retired New York City Police Department Sergeant John Ferriso there that day, he was on duty. In this powerful episode John gives us his first-hand account of what he experienced on that horrific morning, the citizens he...
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She Made a Difference in Afghanistan
In this episode you'll meet Pamela Thompson, a professional facilitator who lived and worked in Afghanistan for a year to help the Ministry of Public Health develop their first strategic plan. Hear all about it, including how she manifested the opportunity, what the Afghan people were like, how…
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From Being on Disability to Being on American Ninja Warrior
In this episode we chat with Angela Fuller, a 42 year old Highlands Ranch, Colorado mom who recently competed on American Ninja Warrior. Being on the show was a dream come true, especially considering what her health was like for fourteen years. After being in a car accident back in college she…
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She Misses it Every Single Day
In this episode you'll meet Erin Huff; a great mom, loving wife, supportive friend, and successful makeup artist. She's also an alcoholic. During this raw and real conversation she shares her journey - from taking her first sip of alcohol in the 9th grade to the day she attended her first AA...
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The Other Side of Deaf
In this episode Rachel and Lisa chat with superstar mom Crystal Hand, who is a hearing mom to two deaf children and host of the podcast "The Other Side of Deaf". In our conversation (and on her podcast) she shares the ins and outs of what it's like raising deaf children. Listen in to find out how...
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A Split Second Changed Her Life Forever
In this episode, Lisa and Rachel chat with Stephanie Thompson, who was in a life-changing car accident on her way home from church a few miles from her house. In addition to changing her physically, the experience changed her in other ways too. We talk about letting go of our need of wanting to...
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It's Like Having a Front Row Seat to the Circus
Lisa and Rachel share a super fun chat with author Vic Ferrari, a retired New York City Police Department detective who says that his job was like having a front row seat to the circus! He gives us the inside scoop on what it was like to work for the NYPD, what it feels like to survive...
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She Changed Her Life, and So Can You
In this episode Lisa and Rachel chat with Martina Kwan, who believes that it's never too late to change your life, and she did just that at 50. We women tend to lose our identity because of all of the other hats we wear….mom, spouse, employee, etc. A week alone years ago changed everything as she...
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Ow....My Head Hurts
In this episode Rachel and Lisa chat with Shane Boyd, whose head was used as a "speed bump" during a drunken night back in 1999. Yes....you read that correctly...a SPEED BUMP. Listen to his amazing story of recovery, how it changed the trajectory of his life, and what you can learn from his...
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Meet a Psychic Medium
In this episode we chat with Psychic Medium and Mentor Ioanna Serpanos. She's renowned for her accuracy, honesty and integrity and delivers messages from Spirit with compassion, humility, and down-to-earth practicality. Whether or not you're a believer, you'll be fascinated by our conversation.…
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She Was on The Price is Right
In this episode you'll meet Carey Seery, a college pal of Lisa's who was a contestant on The Price is Right! Not only do we talk about what that experience was like, but we also get into a really deep conversation about setting goals, going for our dreams, and creating and maintaining bucket…
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He Has a Google-Like Memory
Think you have a good memory? Maybe you do, but it's probably not as good as Brad's. Brad Williams is one of the only people in the world who has been confirmed by researchers as having Hyperthymesia, also known as Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory, or "HSAM." In this episode you'll learn...
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She Became a United States Citizen
In this episode Lisa and Rachel chat with Krystle Dookoo, who recently became an American citizen. She talks all about her journey toward citizenship - the ins and outs of the process, the difficulties she faced, and the pride she felt at her swearing in ceremony. We also talk about how amazing…
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He Spent 6 Days and Nights on a Rock Wall
In this fascinating episode, mountaineer (and Lisa's husband) Jonathan White shares his adventure of spending multiple days and nights climbing El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. He answers all the important questions, such as how he got himself and 300 pounds of gear up the rock wall…
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It's Time to Shake Up Our Educational System
In this episode you'll meet Komal Shah, who was on the path toward a career in healthcare until a trip to India unexpectedly changed her life. On a whim she applied for and was accepted into the Teach for America program, an organization dedicated to expanding opportunities for low-income…
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The Guy Who Broke a World Record
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a Guinness World Record holder? Our guest John Orth will tell you all about it! In 2016 he broke a world record and then strived to beat it again just two years later. You'll hear first-hand how intense his training was, the process for documenting the…
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Meet Talk Back Barbie
Talk Back Barbie is actually author Lauren Lusby Fernandez, and she has a great story to share! She tells us all about her experience as a Secret Service agent in the Bush administration - details such as what it's like to take a polygraph test, what happened when she "talked back" to a superior...
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Her Time in the Peace Corps
Ever wonder what it would be like to serve in the Peace Corps? Wonder no more! In this episode we chat with Dr. Paula Winke, who spent two years volunteering in China back in 1998-99. She tells us all about her adventures, including why everyone was so surprised that she was a female, how she got...
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What It's Like at the Border
Our guest Brendan Roy shares some pretty cool stories from his time with the U.S. Border Patrol. He also hosts a dad podcast, so we chat a little bit about parenting challenges and realities.
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A Gift of Life and Love
Ever wonder what it would be like to donate an organ? To give someone you care about the gift of life? Wonder no more....our guest Lindsey did just that by donating a kidney to her two year old niece Beckett. In this episode you'll hear the amazing story from "Super Aunt" Lindsey and Beckett's…
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Up for a Road Trip?
Ever dream of quitting your job, building an RV and traveling the open road? That's what our guest Nick Wathier did back in 2019. He converted his Dodge Caravan into a fully functioning tiny RV and for nine months he traveled all across North America in it. Hear why and how he did it, what he...
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Meet a Paranormal Expert
In this episode we chat with Kristy Summer of Soul Sisters Paranormal. She tells us all about her experiences traveling all across the country to investigate historical locations. Her stories are amazing, and may make you a believer.
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The Weirdest Date Ever
Anthony Jeannot, stand-up comedian and podcast host, shares the worst - and weirdest - date he ever had. Listen in for some laughs and to learn how Rachel and Lisa met their fellas, way back in the day!
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She's a Beastmaster
In this episode we meet Shaun Provost, an athlete who competed on Netflix's original series "Ultimate Beastmaster." She gave us all the details...why she wanted to go on the show, how she trained, what the other contestants were like, and if she got to meet the producer of the show, Sylvester...
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She Left the Only Life She Knew
In this episode we hear Emily Adams' story. She was born and raised in an Amish community; until she decided that wasn't where she wanted to be or who she was. Listen to her story of realization, how she left, and what it taught her.
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The Story of Us!
In this episode you'll meet the hosts of the Story Junkies podcast, Lisa and Rachel. We're so excited to launch this show!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a podcast for anyone who loves a good story, and we believe everyone has one. You know....the one that you share when you want to captivate everyone in the room. This podcast is full of real people telling their riveting tales.
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Story Junkies
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How many episodes does Story Junkies Podcast have?
Story Junkies Podcast currently has 30 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Story Junkies Podcast about?
This is a podcast for anyone who loves a good story, and we believe everyone has one. You know....the one that you share when you want to captivate everyone in the room. This podcast is full of real people telling their riveting tales.
How often does Story Junkies Podcast release new episodes?
Story Junkies Podcast has 30 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Story Junkies Podcast is created and hosted by Story Junkies.
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