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CW: This episode contains profanity and discussions of COVID-19.

Today's episode is part of our Back Home Summer Special series! Joseph is traveling right now, and so he's taking the opportunity to interview some of his best friends from childhood. Hear him talk with his pal Graham about legos, band tees, and the value of male friendship.

Theme Song: "All It Ever Was" by Jean-Claude and the Eclairs

Other Music: "Moving Forward" by Calvin Adams

Show Art by John Charles Bricker

Email the show: TheCuspersPod@gmail.com

Nineteen-year-old James Parton is a photographer and filmmaker and is creating a movie about ecology and the connectedness of global ecosystems. The project focuses on less known issues and brings them into the spotlight to help provide solutions for all of us. James plans to show what we can do to help combat these situations. His stories are uplifting and inspiring as he creates a collective community to help make a positive change. 
 
Also on Speaking of Travel, Garrett Martin, an award-winning documentary filmmaker, outdoor photographer, conservationist and owner of the production company - VentureLife Films, shares his newest venture, THE GREAT FOREST, which follows conservationists throughout southern Appalachia as they look to manage two of the most biodiverse and visited national forests in the country. 

And, a conversation with with Tina Kinsey at the Asheville Regional Airport. With so many state and national parks in this country, you might find yourself flying somewhere to be outside someplace else. And that could mean hanging out in the airport for a bit. Tina shares some ideas from what she sees and hears from passengers who are making that wait fun. 

Thanks for listening to Speaking of Travel! Visit speakingoftravel.net for travel tips, travel stories, and ways you can become a more savvy traveler.

There are two things my good friend Howard Haber and I have in common.  Understanding the role good financial planning plays in our lives, and the love of animals and the healing power they possess. 

In addition to being a successful financial planner, Howard is actively involved in the community. He lectures extensively to charitable and civic groups about charitable giving and the importance of financial planning.

In his spare time he is an avid cyclist.  Additionally he is active in animal rescue serving a variety of functions including fostering cats and volunteering time, financial expertise, business support and prior Board service for Stray Cat Blues, Inc., Pedaling4Paws and a variety of other organizations including the Best Friends Animal Society. Their link can be found here https://bestfriends.org

Dr. Yvonne Kaye

A survivor of the Second World War, Dr. Yvonne Kaye uses her experiences in working with people in emotional pain, grief and loss, believing in the spiritual power of humor as a healing tool.

Dr. Kaye has been in the field of human service for many years, encountering extraordinary people whose courage has amazed her. Her passion is offering enrichment in life, mentally and emotionally, to those who have no concept of their own creativity.

This weekly podcast will include everything from laughter roaring to covering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)...anything goes.

Thank you to Colin Kaye for providing the musical soundtrack of our show!

To learn more about Dr. Kaye, visit https://www.yvonnekayewisdom.com

You can use this contact form to reach her as well https://www.yvonnekayewisdom.com/contact-yvonne/


Lisa Graham

Thank you also to my producer, Lisa Graham.  She is a children's author and advocate and is also a motivational speaker and Founder of Empower Kids for Literacy Foundation, Inc., whose mission is to promote literacy and mental health for children.  Visit her website at https://www.lgrahamauthor.com and help support her "Healing Hearts" campaign to aid children with literacy and mental health.

***We will be back in February 2022. ***

Two friends have a surprising night when an uninvited guest shows up to their sleepover. Sit back, relax, enjoy this short story, and thanks for listening!

Written and Narrated by Zack Miller. Follow us on Twitter @The_MNS_Podcast, Instagram @midnight_slumber_podcast, our YouTube Channel - Midnight Slumber, and Facebook – Midnight Slumber.

This story was written and narrated by Zack Miller.

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