Whirlpool.com http://www.whirlpool.com/family American Family is an discussion-based podcast with real everyday people or subject-matter experts. The podcast explores a range of issues affecting today's families including but not limited to parenting, education, career, health and relationships. American Family is an discussion-based podcast with real everyday people or subject-matter experts. The podcast explores a range of issues affecting today's families including but not limited to parenting, education, career, health and relationships. American Family is an discussion-based podcast with real everyday people or subject-matter experts. The podcast explores a range of issues affecting today's families including but not limited to parenting, education, career, health and relationships. The podcast is sponsored by Whirlpool Home Appliance and moderated by the brand's director of consumer insight, Audrey Reed-Granger. Whirlpool Brand - Audrey Reed-Granger audrey_reed-granger@whirlpool.com Mon, 25 Jul 2005 09:20:06 -0400 Whirlpool.com Family You're in for a treat with this podcast. We talk with Ron Arnce, a guide with Alaska Hummer Adventures. He tells about feeding eagles off the back of his boat, bears and whales that are common visitors and his marvelous blackberry preserves. You're in for a treat with this podcast. We talk with Ron Arnce, a guide with Alaska Hummer Adventures. He tells about feeding eagles off the back of his boat, bears and whales that are common visitors and his marvelous blackberry preserves. You're in for a treat with this podcast. We talk with Ron Arnce, a guide with Alaska Hummer Adventures. He tells about feeding eagles off the back of his boat, bears and whales that are common visitors and his marvelous blackberry preserves. www.visit-ketchikan.com Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 25:13 Ketchikan, Alaska Helicopter parents know about hovering over their children. Licensed professional family counselor Susan Fee offers advice on how to kick the habit. One tip: Treat your kids? social skills or lack thereof just like math problems: Let them practice! Helicopter parents know about hovering over their children. Licensed professional family counselor Susan Fee offers advice on how to kick the habit. One tip: Treat your kids? social skills or lack thereof just like math problems: Let them practice! If you are a helicopter parent, you know about hovering over your children. Licensed professional family counselor Susan Fee offers great advice on how to kick the habit. One tip: Treat your kids social skills or lack thereof just like math problems: Let them practice! www.susanfee.com Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:12 Helicopter Parents Internet Safety tips - Keep personal info personal. Never get together with someone you meet on the internet. Be aware that what you post is public. Listen to this podcast with expert Larry Magid, co-founder of connect safely.org Internet Safety tips - Keep personal info personal. Never get together with someone you meet on the internet. Be aware that what you post is public. Listen to this podcast with expert Larry Magid, co-founder of connect safely.org Internet Safety tips - Keep personal info personal. Never get together with someone you meet on the internet. Be aware that what you post is public. Listen to this podcast with expert Larry Magid, co-founder of connect safely.org Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 23:05 Internet Safety Damage from Shaken Baby Syndrome is irreversible. It can cause brain damage, coma and even death. We talk with Dr. Robin Altman with Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Med Ctr about an education program offered at maternity hospitals to help prevent it. Damage from Shaken Baby Syndrome is irreversible. It can cause brain damage, coma and even death. We talk with Dr. Robin Altman with Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Med Ctr about an education program offered at maternity hospitals to help prevent it. Damage from Shaken Baby Syndrome is irreversible. It can cause brain damage, coma and even death. We talk with Dr. Robin Altman with Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Med Ctr about an education program offered at maternity hospitals to help prevent it. Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 23:43 Shaken, Baby, Syndrome With enough pipeline to wrap the earth, the Gulf of Mexico is home to industry, tourism and science. It's in a lot of trouble but we all can help save it. Listen to Lee Yokel with the Environmental Education Network of the Gulf talk and you'll jump on the bandwagon. With enough pipeline to wrap the earth, the Gulf of Mexico is home to industry, tourism and science. It's in a lot of trouble but we all can help save it. Listen to Lee Yokel with the Environmental Education Network of the Gulf talk and you'll jump on the bandwagon. With enough pipeline to wrap the earth, the Gulf of Mexico is home to industry, tourism and science. It's in a lot of trouble but we all can help save it. Listen to Lee Yokel with the Environmental Education Network of the Gulf talk and you'll jump on the bandwagon. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:43 Gulf, Mexico, Environment Worlplace bullying can be so subtle, it's hard to name but you need to. It is the repeated mistratment of a "target" with verbal intimidation, humiliation or job sabotage. We talk with Dr. Gary Namie about this common warzone. Worlplace bullying can be so subtle, it's hard to name but you need to. It is the repeated mistratment of a "target" with verbal intimidation, humiliation or job sabotage. We talk with Dr. Gary Namie about this common warzone. Worlplace bullying can be so subtle, it's hard to name but you need to. It is the repeated mistratment of a "target" with verbal intimidation, humiliation or job sabotage. We talk with Dr. Gary Namie of the Workplace Bullying Institute about this common warzone. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 35:30 Workplace, Bullying We talk with John Barton from CenterPointe Wealth Management about buyout packages and other considerations in tough economic times. We talk with John Barton from CenterPointe Wealth Management about buyout packages and other considerations in tough economic times. First thing needed: a survival budget - a bare bones look at what you need just to get by. We talk with John Barton from CenterPointe Wealth Management about buyout packages and other considerations in tough economic times. www.centerpointewealth.com. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 15:19 Stay, Home, Moms From senior editor to stay-at-home mom, Melissa Stanton shares both the joys and issues of leaving the workforce in "The Stay-At-Home Survival Guide". She quotes other stay-at-home moms and offers real examples of what to expect. From senior editor to stay-at-home mom, Melissa Stanton shares both the joys and issues of leaving the workforce in "The Stay-At-Home Survival Guide". She quotes other stay-at-home moms and offers real examples of what to expect. From senior editor to stay-at-home mom, Melissa Stanton shares both the joys and issues of leaving the workforce in "The Stay-At-Home Survival Guide". She quotes other stay-at-home moms and offers real examples of what to expect. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 30:26 Stay, Home, Moms From Knots Landing to Beverly Hills 90210 and QVC, Lar Park Lincoln has made her mark as an actress, model, career coach and Celebrity Guest Host. She shares tips in her new book "Get Started Not Scammed." From Knots Landing to Beverly Hills 90210 and QVC, Lar Park Lincoln has made her mark as an actress, model, career coach and Celebrity Guest Host. She shares tips in her new book "Get Started Not Scammed." From Knots Landing to Beverly Hills 90210 and QVC, Lar Park Lincoln has made her mark as an actress, model, career coach and Celebrity Guest Host. She shares tips in her new book "Get Started Not Scammed" for starting in the entertainment industry. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:04 Acting, Act, Scam, 90210, QVC Lyme Disease comes from infected ticks and, if detected early, you can avoid later complications. We speak with Dr. Jose Munoz, Pediatric Infectious Diesases, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medica Center about facts and myths of Lyme. Lyme Disease comes from infected ticks and, if detected early, you can avoid later complications. We speak with Dr. Jose Munoz, Pediatric Infectious Diesases, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medica Center about facts and myths of Lyme. Lyme Disease comes from infected ticks and, if detected early, you can avoid later complications. We speak with Dr. Jose Munoz, Chief, Pediatric Infectious Diesases, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital at Westchester Medica Center about facts and myths of Lyme. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 19:17 Lyme, Disease Don't let your kids go down the Summer Slide - the term used for loss of reading skills over the summer. Francie Alexander with Scholastic talks about suggestions for age-appropriate books and other fun activities to keep kids reading. Don't let your kids go down the Summer Slide - the term used for loss of reading skills over the summer. Francie Alexander with Scholastic talks about suggestions for age-appropriate books and other fun activities to keep kids reading. Don't let your kids go down the Summer Slide - the term used for loss of reading skills over the summer. Francie Alexander with Scholastic talks about the new Scholastic.com/buzz which is full of suggestions for age-appropriate books and other fun activities to keep kids reading. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 21:43 Summer, Reading, Kids, Activities, Books In the late 60's, an entire Chicago South Side neighborhood changed in just five years. We talk with some of the friends who were scattered at an early age and are holding a 40th reunion for their grade school, known then as Luella. In the late 60's, an entire Chicago South Side neighborhood changed in just five years. We talk with some of the friends who were scattered at an early age and are holding a 40th reunion for their grade school, known then as Luella. When neighborhoods change, it's usually not readily obvious. But in the late 60's, an entire Chicago South Side neighborhood changed in just five years. We talk with some of the friends who were scattered at an early age who remain intensely close and are even holding a 40th reunion for their grade school, known then as Luella. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 31:16 Neighborhoods, Change, Chicago, South Side When your baby won't stop crying, won't sleep, won't eat, etc., you'll love author Blythe Lipman's "More Help! My Baby Came Without Instructions!". It's full of hundreds of tips and tricks to get baby to do what you want - tips you've never thought of. When your baby won't stop crying, won't sleep, won't eat, etc., you'll love author Blythe Lipman's "More Help! My Baby Came Without Instructions!". It's full of hundreds of tips and tricks to get baby to do what you want - tips you've never thought of. When your baby won't stop crying, won't sleep, won't eat, etc., you'll love author Blythe Lipman's new "More Help! My Baby Came Without Instructions!". It's full of hundreds of tips and tricks to get baby to do what you want - tips you've never thought of. babyinstructions.com Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:26 Baby, Instructions, Blythe, Lipman, Tips, Tricks Lynn B. Goddess talks about The Goddess Fund she created after her mother Hazel died from stroke complications. Dr. Steven Kittner, a noted stroke neurologist, also joins the conversation. Lynn B. Goddess talks about The Goddess Fund she created after her mother Hazel died from stroke complications. Dr. Steven Kittner, a noted stroke neurologist, also joins the conversation. Lynn B. Goddess talks about The Goddess Fund she created after her mother Hazel died from stroke complications. The org is dedicated to helping to ease the impact of stroke on women's and their family's lives. Dr. Steven Kittner, a noted stroke neurologist, also joins the conversation. Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 33:30 Stroke, Women, Goddess, Fund Vicki Davis became the accidental wish granter one day and continued filling wishes for terminally ill children for 16 years. Facing serious health issues of her own has not stopped her passion. Her new book tells about the Arkansas Children's Dream she founded. Vicki Davis became the accidental wish granter one day and continued filling wishes for terminally ill children for 16 years. Facing serious health issues of her own has not stopped her passion. Her new book tells about the Arkansas Children's Dream she founded. Vicki Davis became the accidental wish granter one day and continued filling wishes for terminally ill children for 16 years. Facing serious health issues of her own has not stopped her passion. Her new book tells about the Arkansas Children's Dream she founded. Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:33 Wish, Granting, Terminally, Terminal, Child, Children Dr. Laura Concannon's "Shaping" is a series of baby steps to integrate into lifestyles for overall better health. The results are long term weight-loss and a healthier body. In this podcast, she tells that the first step is good sleep habits. We talk with Sarah Franklin, author of "How to Fit a Car Seat on a Camel," a book of essays about mothers escapades traveling with their children. Learn about lucky underwear and infant quadruplets on a train ride and recognize yourself along the way. We talk with Sarah Franklin, author of "How to Fit a Car Seat on a Camel," a book of essays about mothers escapades when traveling with their children. You'll learn about lucky underwear and infant quadruplets on a train ride and recognize yourself along the way. For more info: www.sealpress.com. Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:02 Weight, Loss, Management, WEIGHT, LOSS, MANANGEMENT We talk with Sarah Franklin, author of "How to Fit a Car Seat on a Camel," a book of essays about mothers escapades traveling with their children. Learn about lucky underwear and infant quadruplets on a train ride and recognize yourself along the way. We talk with Sarah Franklin, author of "How to Fit a Car Seat on a Camel," a book of essays about mothers escapades traveling with their children. Learn about lucky underwear and infant quadruplets on a train ride and recognize yourself along the way. We talk with Sarah Franklin, author of "How to Fit a Car Seat on a Camel," a book of essays about mothers escapades when traveling with their children. You'll learn about lucky underwear and infant quadruplets on a train ride and recognize yourself along the way. For more info: www.sealpress.com. Wed, 07 May 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:29 Travel, Kids, Mothers, MOTHERS, KIDS, TRAVEL Who has 5 dogs, 5 inside cats, 10 farm cats, 1 HUGE snake, 2 emus, several goats and 100+ chickens? The Pet Counselor, of course! A loving grandmother, Kay Cox, is also beloved by both wild and domesticated animals and their owners. Who has 5 dogs, 5 inside cats, 10 farm cats, 1 HUGE snake, 2 emus, several goats and 100+ chickens? The Pet Counselor, of course! A loving grandmother, Kay Cox, is also beloved by both wild and domesticated animals and their owners. Who has 5 dogs, 5 inside cats, 10 farm cats, 1 HUGE snake, 2 emus, several goats and 100+ chickens? Why, the Pet Counselor, of course! A loving grandmother, Kay Cox, is also beloved by both wild and domesticated animals and their owners. You'll love her advice. www.thepetcounselor.com. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 31:34 Pet, PETS, Counselor, Kay, Cox, COX Did you get worse poison ivy last year than you've ever had? It could be from climate change. We talk with Bill Stanley, Director of Global Climate Change at the Nature Conservancy about the importance of carbon offset. Did you get worse poison ivy last year than you've ever had? It could be from climate change. We talk with Bill Stanley, Director of Global Climate Change at the Nature Conservancy about the importance of carbon offset. Did you get worse poison ivy last year than you've ever had? It could be from climate change. We talk with Bill Stanley, Director of Global Climate Change at the Nature Conservancy about the importance of carbon offset. See nature.org for a carbon calculation of what you use per year. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:51 Earth, Climate, EarthDay, earthday, EARTHDAY Host Gigi Lubin's mom joins her to discuss what it feels like to be 70 as well as what was going on in the world when she was born. Do you know who was president then? Have you ever lied about your age? Would you? Host Gigi Lubin's mom joins her to discuss what it feels like to be 70 as well as what was going on in the world when she was born. Do you know who was president then? Have you ever lied about your age? Would you? Host Gigi Lubin's mom joins her to discuss what it feels like to be 70 as well as what was going on in the world when she was born. Do you know who was president then? Have you ever lied about your age? Would you? Gigi and her mom share a very close relationship which is probably similar to those in most American families Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:29 Seventy, Family, Help Injured American soldiers and their families are often at a medical facility far from home. The Yellow Ribbon Fund helps them with needs and dreams from cab rides and/or accommodations to a last minute wedding. Mark Robbins tells how we all can help. Injured American soldiers and their families are often at a medical facility far from home. The Yellow Ribbon Fund helps them with needs and dreams from cab rides and/or accommodations to a last minute wedding. Mark Robbins tells how we all can help. Injured American soldiers and their families are often at an army or navy medical facilitiy far from home. The Yellow Ribbon Fund helps them with needs and dreams from cab rides and/or accommodations to a last minute wedding. The org's Mark Robbins tells how we all can help. www.yellowribbonfund.org. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 19:57 Soldiers, Family, Help, Ribbon, Yellow Many, if not most, parents of school-aged kids know the panic when their grade-schooler asks for math or science help. Scholastic has launched studyjams.com to help parents help their children with math and science. Many, if not most, parents of school-aged kids know the panic when their grade-schooler asks for math or science help. Scholastic has launched studyjams.com to help parents help their children with math and science. Many, if not most, parents of school-aged kids know the panic when their grade-schooler asks for math or science help. Scholastic has launched studyjams.com to help parents help their children with math and science. Characters and learning techniques make this learning site fun. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:53 Math, Science, School, Kids, Learning Catch and Release fishing is growing in popularity but when fishing in deep water, there are other important things to do to ensure that released fish live. Collier County, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent Bryan Fluech explains new regulations. Catch and Release fishing is growing in popularity but when fishing in deep water, there are other important things to do to ensure that released fish live. Collier County, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent Bryan Fluech explains new regulations. Catch and Release fishing is growing in popularity but when fishing in deep water, there are other important things to do to ensure that released fish live. Collier County, Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent Bryan Fluech explains new regulations and what tools you are required to have. Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:54 Fishing, Regulations, Fishing, Fish Most parents can identify with the following comment: The days are long but the years are short. Author Robin McClure's two books "Baby Play" and "Toddlers Busy Play Book" give ideas on how to savor and enjoy the long days together. Most parents can identify with the following comment: The days are long but the years are short. Author Robin McClure's two books "Baby Play" and "Toddlers Busy Play Book" give ideas on how to savor and enjoy the long days together. Most parents can identify with the following comment: The days are long but the years are short. Author Robin McClure's two books "Baby Play" and "Toddlers Busy Play Book" give ideas on how to savor and enjoy the long days together while creating cherished memories. Wed, 19 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 30:10 Baby, Toddler, Robin, McClure At the International Home and Housewares Show each year, thousands of new products are introduced to help save time and money. Lifestyle expert Lisa Casy-Weiss tells about trends and what you can expect to see on store shelves soon. At the International Home and Housewares Show each year, thousands of new products are introduced to help save time and money. Lifestyle expert Lisa Casy-Weiss tells about trends and what you can expect to see on store shelves soon. At the International Home and Housewares Show each year, thousands of new products are introduced to help save time and money. Lifestyle expert Lisa Casy-Weiss tells about trends and what you can expect to see on store shelves soon. She says more than 60,000 buyers are there from 40+ countries. Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:14 Housewares, Houseware, products, save When Dr. Jean Norris and her husband have a fight, they check her blood sugar first to see if that's causing it. Blood sugar changes can cause irritability, confusion and more. Jean has had Type1 Diabetes for most of her life. When Dr. Jean Norris and her husband have a fight, they check her blood sugar first to see if that's causing it. Blood sugar changes can cause irritability, confusion and more. Jean has had Type1 Diabetes for most of her life. When Dr. Jean Norris and her husband have a fight, they check her blood sugar first to see if that's causing it. Blood sugar changes can cause irritability, confusion and more. Jean has had Type1 Diabetes for most of her life. She uses an insulin pump, had her son while diabetic and all are happy and heathy. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:21 Juvenile, Diabetes, Dieabetes, Juvy Hot chocolate, a good book and a roaring fire? Not for Ed Klim, President of the Int. Snowmobile Manufacturers Assoc. He offers tips for safe snowmobiling as well as how to get permits and where to go. Hot chocolate, a good book and a roaring fire? Not for Ed Klim, President of the Int. Snowmobile Manufacturers Assoc. He offers tips for safe snowmobiling as well as how to get permits and where to go. Hot chocolate, a good book and a roaring fire? Not for Ed Klim, President of the Int. Snowmobile Manufacturers Assoc. He offers tips for safe snowmobiling as well as how to get permits and where to go. Listen for his favorite snowmobiling spot. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 21:54 Snowmobiling, Safety, Klim, Snow If you're overwhelmed with paper, mail, kids drawings and other "stuff", this podcast is for you. Maria Gracia is a professional organizer who helps free people from being tied to clutter. If you're overwhelmed with paper, mail, kids drawings and other "stuff", this podcast is for you. Maria Gracia is a professional organizer who helps free people from being tied to clutter. If you're overwhelmed with paper, mail, kids drawings and other "stuff", this podcast is for you. Maria Gracia is a professional organizer who helps free people from being tied to clutter. She offers tips for both the home and the office. Wed, 20 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 25:40 Organized, Organize, Gracia It's not a wives tale or even a tall tale but the tails on your p's and q's do reveal an inner tale?. About YOU! Handwriting expert Shirley Stoler tells us that how you dot your I's and cross your t's reveals personality traits. It's not a wives tale or even a tall tale but the tails on your p's and q's do reveal an inner tale?. About YOU! Handwriting expert Shirley Stoler tells us that how you dot your I's and cross your t's reveals personality traits. It's not a wives tale or even a tall tale but the tails on your p's and q's do reveal an inner tale?. About YOU! Handwriting expert Shirley Stoler tells us that how you dot your I's and cross your t's reveals personality traits. She even helps employers figure out if prospective employees could be trouble based on their handwriting. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 33:12 Handriting, Handwritting, Handwriting Mary Alice Moore is an At Home Learning Expert who has advice for holiday gift giving for kids. She says to follow the ABC's. "A" is for Age Appropriate, "B" is for Buying From Somewhere You Trust and "C" is for Combining Learning and Fun. Mary Alice Moore is an At Home Learning Expert who has advice for holiday gift giving for kids. She says to follow the ABC's. "A" is for Age Appropriate, "B" is for Buying From Somewhere You Trust and "C" is for Combining Learning and Fun. Mary Alice Moore is an At Home Learning Expert who has advice for holiday gift giving for kids. She says to follow the ABC's. "A" is for Age Appropriate, "B" is for Buying From Somewhere You Trust and "C" is for Combining Learning and Fun. Perfect timing for the 2008 holidays! Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 21:22 abc, Gift, Holidays Molly Greenberg is 97-years-old, is a good friend to many people all over the country, not the least of which to her late husband Barney. Married for nearly 68 years, Molly tells about the friendship she had with host Gigi's grandparents and much more. Molly Greenberg is 97-years-old, is a good friend to many people all over the country, not the least of which to her late husband Barney. Married for nearly 68 years, Molly tells about the friendship she had with host Gigi's grandparents and much more. Molly Greenberg is 97-years-old, is and was a good friend to so many people all over the country, not the least of which to her late husband Barney. Married for nearly 68 years, Molly tells about the friendship she had with host Gigi's grandparents and much more. This podcast reminds of the loveliness revealed when we talk with older friends and relatives. Wed, 28 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 28:40 Grandperents, Seventy, Gigi We talk with Elliot Rebhun, editor and publisher of the New York Times Upfront, a national news magazine for teenagers. Elliot will provide insights on what to discuss with your teen about what's in the news. We talk with Elliot Rebhun, editor and publisher of the New York Times Upfront, a national news magazine for teenagers. Elliot will provide insights on what to discuss with your teen about what's in the news. We talk with Elliot Rebhun, editor and publisher of the New York Times Upfront, a national news magazine for teenagers. Elliot will provide insights on what to discuss with your teen about what's in the news. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:50 Teens, News We talk with Sherrie Rosenblatt with the National Turkey Federation about the presidential pardon for one special turkey each year, where it goes and about eatturkey.com -- a one-stop shop for turkey information. We talk with Sherrie Rosenblatt with the National Turkey Federation about the presidential pardon for one special turkey each year, where it goes and about eatturkey.com -- a one-stop shop for turkey information. We talk with Sherrie Rosenblatt with the National Turkey Federation about the presidential pardon for one special turkey each year, where it goes and about eatturkey.com -- a one-stop shop for turkey information. Happy Thanksgiving! Wed, 14 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:57 Turky, Gobble, Thanksgiving Does your bookclub need a great book suggestion? Try www.booksense.com, the site of the American Booksellers Association (ABA). We talk with Mark Nichols and Meg Mith from the ABA about this and how local bookstores are safe havens for communities. Does your bookclub need a great book suggestion? Try www.booksense.com, the site of the American Booksellers Association (ABA). We talk with Mark Nichols and Meg Mith from the ABA about this and how local bookstores are safe havens for communities. Does your bookclub need a great book suggestion? Try www.booksense.com, the site of the American Booksellers Association (ABA). We talk with Mark Nichols and Meg Mith from the ABA about this and how local bookstores are safe havens for communities. Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 30:35 Independant, Bookselers, Sence, American Total Halloween spending is estimated to reach more than $5-billion this year. Susan Fussell with the National Confectioners Association talks candy, treats and safe trick-or-treating tips. Total Halloween spending is estimated to reach more than $5-billion this year. Susan Fussell with the National Confectioners Association talks candy, treats and safe trick-or-treating tips. Total Halloween spending is estimated to reach more than $5-billion this year. Susan Fussell with the National Confectioners Association talks candy, treats and safe trick-or-treating tips. See www.candyusa.org for more candy fun. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:22 Halloween, Candy, Spending Stitches From the Heart Founder Kathy Silverton tells about her volunteer knitting empire that knits booties, hats, sweaters and blankets for newborns. Stitches From the Heart Founder Kathy Silverton tells about her volunteer knitting empire that knits booties, hats, sweaters and blankets for newborns. Stitches From the Heart Founder Kathy Silverton tells about her volunteer knitting empire that knits booties, hats, sweaters and blankets for newborns. She also tells how anyone with knitting needles and a kind heart can help. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 20:40 Knitting, Newborns The Penobscot Indian Nation is one of the oldest tribes in the country. Located in Maine with 2,200 members nationally, the tribe's main form of revenue is from the forest. The Penobscot Indian Nation is one of the oldest tribes in the country. Located in Maine with 2,200 members nationally, the tribe's main form of revenue is from the forest. The Penobscot Indian Nation is one of the oldest tribes in the country. Located in Maine with 2,200 members nationally, the tribe's main form of revenue is from the forest. They recently added a Traditional Indian Mosse Hunt Lottery as tribal leader John Neptune explains. Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 28:12 Tribes, Maine, Penobscot Geneologist author Sandy Clunies says reunions are about food, fun and fellowship. Her book tells how to avoid the pitfalls of feuding relatives, planning and delegating and even finding long lost lines of the family tree. Geneologist author Sandy Clunies says reunions are about food, fun and fellowship. Her book tells how to avoid the pitfalls of feuding relatives, planning and delegating and even finding long lost lines of the family tree. Geneologist author Sandy Clunies says reunions are about food, fun and fellowship. Her book "A Family Affair: How to Plan and Direct the Best Family Reunion Ever" tells how to avoid the pitfalls of feuding relatives, planning and delegating and even finding long lost lines of the family tree. Also see ancestordetective.com. Wed, 10 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:01 Family, Reunions, Planning, Fellowship National Fire Prevention Week is in October to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire that killed more than 200 people in the 1870's and destroyed much of the city, We talk with members of the American Red Cross in Dallas and Chicago on what they do to help. National Fire Prevention Week is in October to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire that killed more than 200 people in the 1870's and destroyed much of the city, We talk with members of the American Red Cross in Dallas and Chicago on what they do to help. National Fire Prevention Week is in October to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire that killed more than 200 people in the 1870's and destroyed much of the city, We talk with members of the American Red Cross in Dallas and Chicago about what they do to help. For more info, go to redcross.org. Wed, 03 Oct 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 25:53 Fire, Prevention, October, Chicago We talk with Tricia Kenny from the Bangor Maine Family Program Office of the 100th First Air Refueling Wing about Flat Mommies and Daddies. She says they help kids and other family members cope with a parent being away in the service. We talk with Tricia Kenny from the Bangor Maine Family Program Office of the 100th First Air Refueling Wing about Flat Mommies and Daddies. She says they help kids and other family members cope with a parent being away in the service. We talk with Tricia Kenny from the Bangor Maine Family Program Office of the 100th First Air Refueling Wing about Flat Mommies and Daddies. She says they help kids and other family members cope with a parent being away in the service. She lives what she teaches, taking with a Flat Daddy image of her husband to dinner and other events. Wed, 26 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 14:39 Kids, Parents, Military, Armed Rabbi Ben Kamin helps interfaith famliles in their quest to connect religiously. He talks about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the two most important Jewish holidays and what they mean to families. Rabbi Ben Kamin helps interfaith famliles in their quest to connect religiously. He talks about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the two most important Jewish holidays and what they mean to families. Rabbi Ben Kamin helps interfaith famliles in their quest to connect religiously. He talks about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the two most important Jewish holidays and what they mean to families. For more information, visit www.reconciliationresolve.com. Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:54 Faith, Families, Jewish, Holiday Guest Kimberly Lankford is an author and the "Ask Kim" colmnist for Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine. She says the biggest misconception about insurance is that we don't think about it and then make big, costly mistakes. Guest Kimberly Lankford is an author and the "Ask Kim" colmnist for Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine. She says the biggest misconception about insurance is that we don't think about it and then make big, costly mistakes. Guest Kimberly Lankford is an author and the "Ask Kim" colmnist for Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine. She says the biggest misconception about insurance is that we don't think about it and then make big, costly mistakes. One thing not to do? Make small homeowners insurance claims or you could get dropped. Wed, 12 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:23 Insurance, Maze, Finance Are college students prepared for mental health issues that may arise? Dr. Jerald Kay, M.D., with the American Psychiatric Association says depression on campus has increased 56-percent in the last six years. Are college students prepared for mental health issues that may arise? Dr. Jerald Kay, M.D., with the American Psychiatric Association says depression on campus has increased 56-percent in the last six years. Are college students prepared for mental health issues that may arise? Dr. Jerald Kay, M.D., with the American Psychiatric Association says depression on campus has increased 56-percent in the last six years. He offers advice and tips on how to maintain good mental health. Wed, 05 Sep 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:44 Campus, Health, School What school supplies do kids need versus what they want and how should you pay for them? Tammy Tillotson with the River Source Family Center in WI tells us it's a matter of dollars and sense. What school supplies do kids need versus what they want and how should you pay for them? Tammy Tillotson with the River Source Family Center in WI tells us it's a matter of dollars and sense. What school supplies do kids need versus what they want and how should you pay for them. Tammy Tillotson with the River Source Family Center in WI tells us it's a matter of dollars and sense. She says there are similar Family Centers for American families around the country. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 21:03 School, Spending, Supplies Scholastic's "Lee y Seras" (Spanish for "Read and You Will Be") Project Manager talks about the program's early literacy "in-culture" program perspective. Scholastic's "Lee y Seras" (Spanish for "Read and You Will Be") Project Manager talks about the program's early literacy "in-culture" program perspective. Scholastic's "Lee y Seras" (Spanish for "Read and You Will Be") Project Manager talks about the program's early literacy "in-culture" program perspective that celebrates Latino literacy-building traditions such as storytelling, poetry and song. Wed, 22 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:18 Lee, Seras, Reading The average credit card debt for American families is $9,000. To save instead of spend, you need to make a plan. We talk with Joe Bogdan from AMI Wealth Strategies who says the first step is recognizing there is a problem. The average credit card debt for American families is $9,000. To save instead of spend, you need to make a plan. We talk with Joe Bogdan from AMI Wealth Strategies who says the first step is recognizing there is a problem. The average credit card debt for American families is $9,000. To save instead of spend, you need to make a plan. We talk with Joe Bogdan from AMI Wealth Strategies who says the first step is recognizing there is a problem then quit carrying cash, create a budget and stick to it. Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:32 Financial, Planning, Debt How much TV do you watch? How much do your kids watch? Who has control of the clicker? Do you know the ratings systems? This podcast discusses TV as a learning tool. How much TV do you watch? How much do your kids watch? Who has control of the clicker? Do you know the ratings systems? This podcast discusses TV as a learning tool. How much TV do you watch? How much do your kids watch? Who has control of the clicker? Do you know the ratings systems? This podcast discusses TV as a learning tool. We talk with a producer of PBS Kids programming who says to think about the link of content and impact. Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:57 Kids, Television, Clicker Imagine openinig the door to a government investigator saying you are out $300,000 because your friend and business partner stole your identity. It's easy to do and you may be a sitting duck. John Sileo tells what happened to him and how to prevent it. Imagine openinig the door to a government investigator saying you are out $300,000 because your friend and business partner stole your identity. It's easy to do and you may be a sitting duck. John Sileo tells what happened to him and how to prevent it. Imagine openinig the door to a government investigator saying you are out $300,000 because your friend and business partner stole your identity. It's easy to do and you may be a sitting duck. John Sileo tells what happened to him and how to prevent it. See thinklikeaspy.com. Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:29 Identity, Theft, Robbed Scholastic educational technology developer Jesse Soleil tells us how technology is a great teacher's assistant/partner and even likens Pokemon to Darwin's initial studies, of beetles! Scholastic educational technology developer Jesse Soleil tells us how technology is a great teacher's assistant/partner and even likens Pokemon to Darwin's initial studies, of beetles! Gone are the days when all a student needed were a pencil and notebook. Scholastic educational technology developer Jesse Soleil tells us how technology is a great teacher's assistant/partner and even likens Pokemon to Darwin's initial studies, of beetles! He says technology is like a personal tutor. Wed, 25 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:08 Classroom, Technology, Student If you're a more adventurous pet person than a dog or a cat, there's something you should know, reptiles can cause salmonella poisoning. Nearly 75,000 cases are reported to the CDC each year. If you're a more adventurous pet person than a dog or a cat, there's something you should know, reptiles can cause salmonella poisoning. Nearly 75,000 cases are reported to the CDC each year. If you're a more adventurous pet person than a dog or a cat, there's something you should know, reptiles can cause salmonella poisoning. Nearly 75,000 cases are reported to the CDC each year. We talk with a mom and an epidemiologist about this health concern. Wed, 18 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 25:01 Turtles, Salmonella, Poisoning Guess what group gets bitten by snakes most? Boys and men aged 15 - 45. Jude McNally from the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center says all you have to do to avoid a bite is take a step back, snakes can only strike about half their lenth. Guess what group gets bitten by snakes most? Boys and men aged 15 - 45. Jude McNally from the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center says all you have to do to avoid a bite is take a step back, snakes can only strike about half their lenth. Guess what group gets bitten by snakes most? Boys and men aged 15 - 45. Jude McNally from the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center says all you have to do to avoid a bite is take a step back snakes can only strike about half their lenth. And, never touch a dead rattlesnake they can still bite! Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:47 Snake, Bite The number "7" has long been considered lucky. If you hit 777 on a slot machine, you've hit the jackpot. We talk with a numerologist and a pastor about the significance of the number 7. The number "7" has long been considered lucky. If you hit 777 on a slot machine, you've hit the jackpot. We talk with a numerologist and a pastor about the significance of the number 7. The number "7" has long been considered lucky. If you hit 777 on a slot machine, you've hit the jackpot! We talk with a numerologist and a pastor about the significance of the number 7 which represents completeness and is referenced some 600 times in the Bible. Wed, 04 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 28:26 Lucky, 7 The Carey Brothers, Jim and Morris, tell about their lives prior to and following bariatric surgery and how their drastic weight loss surgeries saved their lives. Other relatives followed but there can be deadly side effects. The Carey Brothers, Jim and Morris, tell about their lives prior to and following bariatric surgery and how their drastic weight loss surgeries saved their lives. Other relatives followed but there can be deadly side effects. The Carey Brothers tell about their lives prior to and following bariatric surgery and how their drastic weight loss surgeries saved their lives. Other relatives followed but there can be deadly side effects. You can see them at www.onthehouse.com. Wed, 27 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 38:23 Bariatric, Surgery Patty Kreamer is one of the first certified Professional Organizers. In this podcast, she offers tips on getting rid of clutter and says it's really about making decisions. Patty Kreamer is one of the first certified Professional Organizers. In this podcast, she offers tips on getting rid of clutter and says it's really about making decisions. Patty Kreamer is one of the first certified Professional Organizers. In this podcast, she offers tips on getting rid of clutter and says it's really about making decisions. Her books "But I Might Need it Someday" and "The Power of Simplicity" are available at byebyeclutter.com. Wed, 20 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:21 Clutter, Organizer, Tips Donna and Mike Flynn looked to Alternative Reproductive Resources (ARR) for a surrogates last effort to have a child. Little did they know that a year later, they would have triplets from the surrogate and another on their own! Donna and Mike Flynn looked to Alternative Reproductive Resources (ARR) for a surrogates last effort to have a child. Little did they know that a year later, they would have triplets from the surrogate and another on their own! Donna and Mike Flynn looked to Alternative Reproductive Resources (ARR) for a surrogates last effort to have a child. Little did they know that a year later, they would have triplets from the surrogate and another on their own! We talk with the biological and surrogate moms as well as ARR. Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:57 Surrogacy, Miracle, Triplets The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is the anchor program of The Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. The program offers recognition of creative teenagers beginning in 7th grade, and scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is the anchor program of The Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. The program offers recognition of creative teenagers beginning in 7th grade, and scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is the anchor program of The Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. The national program offers early recognition of creative teenagers beginning in the 7th grade, and scholarship opportunities for graduating high school seniors like past recipients Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote and Robert Redford! Wed, 06 Jun 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:48 Scholastic, Art, Writing, Awards Bear swatting salmon, Mount McKinley, Dinali National Park, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and glaciers can all be a part of a visit to National Parks in Alaska. But, the National Park Service's John Quinley warns not to pack too much in too little time. Bear swatting salmon, Mount McKinley, Dinali National Park, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and glaciers can all be a part of a visit to National Parks in Alaska. But, the National Park Service's John Quinley warns not to pack too much in too little time. Bear swatting salmon, Mount McKinley, Dinali National Park, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and glaciers can all be a part of a visit to National Parks in Alaska. But, the National Park Service's John Quinley warns not to pack too much in too little time. Pick an activity and a destination and plan trips around that. Wed, 30 May 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 28:27 National, Park, Alaska Sue Smith says Keeping America Beautiful is about prevention, pride, place, respect, caring and green. She says the threesome of families, business and government coming together makes it work. Sue Smith says Keeping America Beautiful is about prevention, pride, place, respect, caring and green. She says the threesome of families, business and government coming together makes it work. Sue Smith says Keeping America Beautiful is about prevention, pride, place, respect, caring and green. She says the threesome of families, business and government coming together makes it work. You won't want to miss KAB Man on their website www.kab.org. Wed, 23 May 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 31:33 America, Beautiful Giving a child up for adoption is probably one of the hardest things a parent can do. We talk with a mother who gave her baby boy up in Salt Lake City 30 years ago. She talks about what society was like back then to an unwed mother. Giving a child up for adoption is probably one of the hardest things a parent can do. We talk with a mother who gave her baby boy up in Salt Lake City 30 years ago. She talks about what society was like back then to an unwed mother. Giving a child up for adoption is probably one of the hardest things a parent can do. We talk with a mother who gave her baby boy up in Salt Lake City 30 years ago. She talks about what society was like back then to an unwed mother which brough feelings of guilt and shame. Wed, 16 May 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:53 Baby, Child, Adoption, 70's Parents are inventive - because we often have to be. Some take their inventiveness to market, making their products available to everyone. In honor of Mother's Day, we speak with three moms who won Whirlpool Mothers of Invention grants. Parents are inventive - because we often have to be. Some take their inventiveness to market, making their products available to everyone. In honor of Mother's Day, we speak with three moms who won Whirlpool Mothers of Invention grants. Parents are inventive - because we often have to be. Some take their inventiveness to market, making their products available to everyone. In honor of Mother's Day, we speak with three moms who won Whirlpool Mothers of Invention grants. They tell about Business Boot Camp and encourage all to pursue their dreams. Wed, 09 May 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:50 Mother, Mom, Invention Is your child still learning to read or is he/she reading to learn? When kids reach the fourth grade, reading can often lose out - especially for boys. Francie Alexander with Scholastic.com offers tips to get kids excited about reading. Is your child still learning to read or is he/she reading to learn? When kids reach the fourth grade, reading can often lose out - especially for boys. Francie Alexander with Scholastic.com offers tips to get kids excited about reading. Is your child still learning to read or is he/she reading to learn? When kids reach the fourth grade, reading can often lose out to competing forces - especially true for boys. Francie Alexander with Scholastic.com offers tips on how to get kids excited about reading again ie: continue reading to them and set an example by reading yourself. Wed, 02 May 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:40 4th, Fourth, Grade, Reading, Slump Breaking up is hard -- and expensive -- to do. That's why some married couples are choosing to stay together, long after the romance is gone, in a state of matrimony that is best described as a "non-divorce". Breaking up is hard -- and expensive -- to do. That's why some married couples are choosing to stay together, long after the romance is gone, in a state of matrimony that is best described as a "non-divorce". Breaking up is hard -- and expensive -- to do. That's why some married couples are choosing to stay together, long after the romance is gone, in a state of matrimony that is best described as a "non-divorce". We talk with one mom, a stress-management specialist and a family law attorney. Wed, 25 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 33:46 Divorced, Roommates Millions of American children not only play team sports but also get sports-related injuries. In this podcast, physical therapist Dennis Fredette offers tips on how families can avoid sports related injuries in kids. Millions of American children not only play team sports but also get sports-related injuries. In this podcast, physical therapist Dennis Fredette offers tips on how families can avoid sports related injuries in kids. Millions of American children not only play team sports but also get sports-related injuries. In this podcast, physical therapist Dennis Fredette offers tips on how families can avoid sports related injuries in kids. He says one big factor is that kids are specializing at younger ages causing repetitive motion injuries and harm to growth plates. Wed, 18 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 22:27 Sports, Injuries, Kids For Dr. Jay Portnoy's mid-life crisis, he didn't choose a new Porsche or a new playmate. He chose power! Solar power, that is. And he's having lots of fun as well as saving lots of money. For Dr. Jay Portnoy's mid-life crisis, he didn't choose a new Porsche or a new playmate. He chose power! Solar power, that is. And he's having lots of fun as well as saving lots of money. For Dr. Jay Portnoy's mid-life crisis, he didn't choose a new Porsche or a new playmate. He chose power! Solar power, that is. And he's having lots of fun as well as saving lots of money. He offers tips on how all American families can help save energy to ultimately reduce global warming one by one. Wed, 11 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:45 Solar, Panel, Save, Money Kristin Henderson discusses her book, "While They're at War", and how war affects not only those deployed, but the entire family. She talks about dreading phone calls and equating the anxiety military family members feel to anticipatory grief. Kristin Henderson discusses her book, "While They're at War", and how war affects not only those deployed, but the entire family. She talks about dreading phone calls and equating the anxiety military family members feel to anticipatory grief. Kristin Henderson discusses her book, "While They're at War", and how going to war affects not only those deployed, bu the entire family. She equates the anxiety military family members feel to anticipatory grief and talks about being married to a military chaplain and how it's tested her beliefs as a Quacker and pacifist. Wed, 04 Apr 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:36 Kristin, Henderson, War, Family, Military A child's first crush is usually innocent and fleeting, but can still be confusing and difficult for both the child and parent(s). Single mother, Cathy King offers advice on how to help children navigate puppy love. A child's first crush is usually innocent and fleeting, but can still be confusing and difficult for both the child and parent(s). Single mother, Cathy King offers advice on how to help children navigate puppy love. A child's first crush is usually innocent and fleeting, but can still be confusing and difficult for both the child and parent(s). Single mother, Cathy King offers advice on how to help children navigate puppy love with anecdotes from her 12-year old son's first crush. Wed, 28 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 18:43 Child, First, Crush Debbie Mandel is a stress management specialist, mind/body lecturer and author whose motto is Activity Alleviates Anxiety. But, she says, overexercizing can be a dangerous obession. Debbie Mandel is a stress management specialist, mind/body lecturer and author whose motto is Activity Alleviates Anxiety. But, she says, overexercizing can be a dangerous obession. Debbie Mandel is a stress management specialist, mind/body lecturer and author whose motto is Activity Alleviates Anxiety. But, she says, overexercizing can be a dangerous obession that people use to annihilate fat and numb feelings. She offers though-provoking alternatives. Wed, 21 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:31 Exercise, Addiction, Obession Dr. Steven Stryker says the majority of nearly 80 million Americans with digestive disorders are women and 25 percent are caused by food sensitivities. His new clinic, Digestique, offers both traditional and alternative approaches. Dr. Steven Stryker says the majority of nearly 80 million Americans with digestive disorders are women and 25 percent are caused by food sensitivities. His new clinic, Digestique, offers both traditional and alternative approaches. Dr. Steven Stryker says the majority of nearly 80 million Americans with digestive disorders are women and 25 percent are caused by food sensitivities. His new clinic, Digestique, offers both traditional and alternative approaches. He uses new blood tests to replace the skin prick method. Wed, 14 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 27:54 Food, Sensitivities, Women Daylight Saving Time has a long and varied history. As America prepares to Spring Ahead in winter, we talk with Dr. David Prerau, DST expert (Who Knew?) about the change to March and that it could help reduce trafic accidents. Daylight Saving Time has a long and varied history. As America prepares to Spring Ahead in winter, we talk with Dr. David Prerau, DST expert (Who Knew?) about the change to March and that it could help reduce trafic accidents. Daylight Saving Time has a long and varied history. As America prepares to Spring Ahead in winter, we talk with a DSTexpert (Who Knew?) about the change to March and that it could help reduce trafic accidents. The change is good for trick-or-treaters too as clocks don't go back until after Halloween. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:38 Daylight, Saving, Time 83-Year-Old Richard learned how to snowboard three years ago. He was an avid skier that was having problems with his knee, so he transferred to snowboarding to alleviate some pain. He says he skis like an 83-Year-Old mand but boards like an 80-Year-Old. 83-Year-Old Richard learned how to snowboard three years ago. He was an avid skier that was having problems with his knee, so he transferred to snowboarding to alleviate some pain. He says he skis like an 83-Year-Old mand but boards like an 80-Year-Old. 83-Year-Old Richard learned how to snowboard only three years ago. He was an avid skier that was having problems with his knee, so he transferred to snowboarding to alleviate some pain. He says he skis like an 83-Year-Old mand but boards like an 80-Year-Old. Wed, 28 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 19:44 Snow, Boarder It's estimated that one child out of four in the U.S. does not know how to read. Carol Hampton Rasco, President and CEO of Reading Is Fundamental says parents can change that and says to visit literacyforlife.com. It's estimated that one child out of four in the U.S. does not know how to read. Carol Hampton Rasco, President and CEO of Reading Is Fundamental says parents can change that and says to visit literacyforlife.com. It's estimated that one child out of four in the U.S. does not know how to read. Carol Hampton Rasco, President and CEO of Reading Is Fundamental says parents can change that and says to visit literacyforlife.com. Simply talking and reading to kids makes a big difference. Wed, 21 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 31:20 Literacy, Life For Valentine's Day, we talked with three people from across the country - one met her husband at work, another met his wife from an ad for a roommate and the third is dating a former college crush he found 30 years later on match.com. For Valentine's Day, we talked with three people from across the country - one met her husband at work, another met his wife from an ad for a roommate and the third is dating a former college crush he found 30 years later on match.com. For Valentine's Day, we talked with three people from across the country - one met her husband at work, another met his wife from an ad for a roommate and the third is dating a former college crush he found 30 years later on match.com. They say respect and appreciation is key. Wed, 14 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 33:01 Valentine's, Love Diane Flacks, comedienne and author of ?Bear With Me?What They Don't Tell You about Pregnancy and New Motherhood?, takes a humorous approach telling expectant mothers exactly what they're in for. Diane Flacks, comedienne and author of ?Bear With Me?What They Don't Tell You about Pregnancy and New Motherhood?, takes a humorous approach telling expectant mothers exactly what they're in for. Diane Flacks, comedienne and author of ?Bear With Me?What They Don't Tell You about Pregnancy and New Motherhood?, takes a humorous approach telling expectant mothers exactly what they're in for. Ever heard of pregnancy-induced Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Here, you will. Wed, 07 Feb 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 29:39 Pregnancy, Expectant, Mothers 27-year-old Charity Collins says her fear of water started as a child when, in order to get her up in the morning, her mother threw water on her face. At 27-years-of age, she has not been in a pool in 10 years. 27-year-old Charity Collins says her fear of water started as a child when, in order to get her up in the morning, her mother threw water on her face. At 27-years-of age, she has not been in a pool in 10 years. 27-year-old Charity Collins says her fear of water started as a child when, in order to get her up in the morning, her mother threw water on her face. At 27-years-of age, she has not been in a pool in 10 years. CA psychotherapist Annie Horenstein gives Charity tools to help overcome her phobia starting with imagery. Wed, 31 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 32:02 Fear, Water Banned since the early 90's, silicone breast implants are back. Having recently been approved anew by the FDA, plastic surgeon Dr. Lawrence Iteld discusses the plusses and minuses of silicone and/or saline implants. Banned since the early 90's, silicone breast implants are back. Having recently been approved anew by the FDA, plastic surgeon Dr. Lawrence Iteld discusses the plusses and minuses of silicone and/or saline implants. After being banned since the early 90's, silicone breast implants are back. Having recently been approved anew by the FDA, plastic surgeon Dr. Lawrence Iteld discusses the plusses and minuses of silicone and/or saline implants. Dr. Iteld specializes in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. Wed, 24 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 24:51 Silicone, Breast, Implants Author, creator of mommasaid.net and stay-at-home mother of two, Jen Singer offers practical and humorous advice on dealing with the daily battles of getting kids to eat new foods, go to bed and brush their teeth. Author, creator of mommasaid.net and stay-at-home mother of two, Jen Singer offers practical and humorous advice on dealing with the daily battles of getting kids to eat new foods, go to bed and brush their teeth. Author and stay-at-home mother of two, Jen Singer offers practical and humorous advice on dealing with the daily battles of getting kids to eat new foods, go to bed and brush their teeth. Jen's mommasaid.net is"the stay-at-home mom's coffee-break" and proud bestower of the Housewife Award. Wed, 17 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 30:37 Mother, Mom, Momma Travel writer and photographer, Amanda Jones, discusses her experiences traveling the world and that her favorite places are barely inhabited. She says the world is a great classroom for kids and parents. Travel writer and photographer, Amanda Jones, discusses her experiences traveling the world and that her favorite places are barely inhabited. She says the world is a great classroom for kids and parents. Travel writer and photographer, Amanda Jones, discusses her experiences traveling the world and that her favorite places are barely inhabited. She says the world is a great classroom for kids and parents. She also talks about travel changes she made after she had children. Wed, 10 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 31:19 Travel, Writer, Extraordinaire Former Harlem Globetrotter, Curley "Boo" Johnson talks about his 17 years as a Harlem Globetrotter - the people he met and the 77 countries he's visited. Former Harlem Globetrotter, Curley "Boo" Johnson talks about his 17 years as a Harlem Globetrotter - the people he met and the 77 countries he's visited. Former Harlem Globetrotter, Curley "Boo "Johnson talks about his 17 years as a Harlem Globetrotter - the people he met and the countries he's visited. He tells why his father coined his nickname and about meeting Mother Theresa, Nelson Mandela and Pope John Paul. Wed, 03 Jan 2007 12:00:00 -0400 Family no 26:21 Curley, Johnson, Harlem, Globetrotter