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Ep 349- “Mysticism, Strange Happenings, Medicine Men, and Healing” with Jose Mendoza

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Joining us this week n the podcast is Jose Mendoza. After studying and practicing Western medicine for years, Jose began a journey to discover the teaching and wisdom of Eastern traditional medicine. Often called “Chinese medicine, ” the practice involves finding balance and harmony in the body and spirit, using a number of ancient methods. For Jose, his investigation also turned into spiritual enlightenment found in Taoism. Join us for an fascinating conversation about traditional Eastern practices and medicine, including insights from our very own Smilin’ Sensei, cohost Barry Johnston, on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 348- “Hope is an Ember”

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Trigger warning: discussions on suicide. Joining us this week on the podcast is ayurveda life and wellness coach, Sivani Ishaya. Tragedy struck her family home when Sivani was only 12 years and her older sister took her life. This life changing event seemed to open Sivani up to the other side. A slow process that eventually led to becoming a monk for 13 years. This was only the beginning of her journey for spirituality and healing. She now uses her knowledge to help others back from the edge and back to their own path of healing and growth. Join us for an honest and incredible conversation on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 344- “Green Day’s Not Classic Rock”

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Joining us this week is author and podcaster Gina Ramsey. If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Gina is another return guest to these here Weirdsville parts. Gina has write a sequel to her humorous anthology Burnt Gloveboxes book as well as starting the podcast Laugh Lines and Turbulence. Someone has been opening doors in Gina‘s new house, and playing tricks. Who is Rita? Plus we have a conversation about growing old; maybe gracefully, maybe not. And for the record: Green Day is not classic rock! It’s another classic episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 331- “If You Put To It”

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This week’s guest, TJ Moon, had it rough from the start. Born with cerebral palsy, abandoned at a McDonald’s at age 7, and lost in the foster system for years. Fortune began to change as he and his half brother were adopted into the same family. Encouraged to follow his dreams and told he can do anything he put his mind to, TJ graduated college, began several businesses and became a author and motivational speaker. An inspirational conversation with a remarkable young man on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 329- My Guy on the 9th Floor with Kevin Russell

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This week we are joined by speaker and author Kevin Russell. When he and his wife took their young daughter, the diagnosis the doctor gave was for them to fix their problems. Thus began a journey of healing and self exploration moments of enlightenment, paths which Kevin says we all can share. A fascinating and truly enlightening conversation we hope you all enjoy on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 323- “Can That Actually Happen?”

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(Parental Advisory: This episode features discussions of a sexual nature. Listener discretion is advised.)

This week’s guest is Rachel Dalton, host of the sex and relationship podcast Wine, Dine, and 69. Rachel shares one of the funniest stories we have heard in a while, and it is quite unusual indeed. A romantic encounter turns into an impromptu driving lesson on the way to the emergency room. We also have a fascinating discussion on our “birds and bees” talks ( or lack there of) with our parents as well as other aspects of human sexuality. Join us for this week’s stimulating episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 313- “Buried Alive In My Sleep” with Paul Bright

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Joining us this week is sleep expert and author Paul Bright. Paul has had an interesting life and cherry picked a few of his favorite stories to share. It’s a grab bag ranging from a near death experience as a child, a brush with fame as a karaoke rock star, and terrifying sleep paralysis. Plus a fascinating discussion on the science of sleep and dreams. So slide into your pajamas and puff your pillow, crank up some “My Own Worst Enemy” and rock out to this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!

Ep 310- “Sit Behind the Nets” with Jana Goldbloom Brody

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What happens when day at the ballpark turns into tragedy. Millions of Americans watch the national past time every year, attending the spectacular stadiums that host them. The excitement of the crowd, the world famous hot dogs, the skills of the athletes put on display! One might ever catch a home run or foul ball. But sometimes the foul balls are caught. Today’s guest, Jana Goldbloom Brody shares a tale of how deadly those out of control balls can be, when a foul ball struck and killed her mother at a Dodgers home game. A story or tragedy, loss, and grief turned to activism on this week’s episode of the WHAT’S YER WEIRD STORY? Podcast!