Best Jan Taylor Podcasts (2025)

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Cow Copter vs Cruise Corn 39:06

3d ago39:06

39:06

This week, our MaxFun friends Helen Hong and Kevin Avery join Dave for Nintendo trivia, LGBTQ+ anthems, and Sesame Street pitches. Helen Hong would like to plug Go Fact Yourself and Belly Laughs Festival Kevin Avery would like to plug Maximum Film and The Great North and recommends Kara Morgan And finally Dave is on Bluesky! Find us on Instagram an…

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Up in Blue Smoke (Preview) - Thelma Pauline Melton 1:57

5d ago1:57

1:57

It was a perfect day for a hike on September 25th, 1981 when Thelma Pauline Melton ventured out into the woods of the Great Smoky Mountain with two friends. Walking ahead of them at one point, Thelma sped up around a hilly bend, slipping out of sight. A few minutes later, they reached the same spot, expecting to see her, but Thelma wasn't there. De…

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ADHD, Relationships, Expectations and Self Loathing 1:07:53

9d ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Do you struggle with Relationships / Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria / a fear of being perceived and Self Loathing? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! And neither am I... I'm joined by Nicole Nadler, for an impromptu and chaotic chinwag on all of the above... with some very helpful tips to boot. TRIGGER WARNING: Contains LOTS of swearing, gallows humour, loud laught…

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Gollum vs Jan Brady 57:47

21d ago57:47

57:47

This week, our friends Teri Gamble and Jessica Lynn Verdi join Dave for TV spinoff trivia, improvised song sequels, and movie sequel bidding wars. Teri Gamble would like to plug Horror Movie Survival Guide and Horror X and recommends Today in Gay Jessica Lynn Verdi would like to plug Mission Log: The Orville and recommends Naming Your Little Geek a…

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UNCUT: Rebecca Knight, Ovo Spaces 46:53

24d ago46:53

46:53

James and Stephen head to Victoria Quays to visit Rebecca Knight at Ovo Spaces. On the agenda for discussion is how workspaces have changed, how businesses use their offices now, and what the workplace of the future might look like. It's great to hear more about Rebecca's journey as well, along with her role with the Sheffield Property Association,…

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A Message from Pope Francis to take to Heart 15:29

24d ago15:29

15:29

This week’s podcast is a bit of an emotional one for me… It was inspired by a message from Pope Francis that’s been making the rounds on social media — maybe you’ve seen it. It’s one of those things that was exactly what I needed to hear at the exact moment that I read it. […]By Jan Taylor, Get Lively Now

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Inside Lean Startup: What Actually Works in Big Companies - Ben Hefele @Lean Startup Co. 44:23

1M ago44:23

44:23

In this conversation, Ben Haefle, CEO of Lean Startup Co., discusses the realities of corporate innovation, emphasizing the importance of core innovation over disruptive innovation. He explains the Lean Startup methodology, focusing on strategic alignment, milestones, team roles, governance, and culture. The discussion also touches on the concept o…

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Most ADHD Things March/April '25: Celebrating THREE YEARS of ADHDAF! 58:19

1M ago58:19

58:19

Despite hayfever hell and post London move exhaustion, we celebrate three years with the ultimate shame eradicator! Raising ADHD awareness and connecting the ADHD Community by sharing @adhdafpodcast followers and Patreon Community members 'Most ADHD Things' - to laugh at the things that would usually make us cry, break the stigma and drop the shame…

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EP #124: myfriendMD with Dr. Sarah Friend 24:00

1M ago24:00

24:00

Dr. Sarah Friend, a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer, introduces her innovative cancer coaching service called My Friend MD designed to provide personalized support throughout the cancer journey. She created this service after recognizing that traditional 15-minute doctor visits don't allow enough time for patients to fully discuss …

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The Sky's No Limit (Preview) - Richard Russell 2:10

1M ago2:10

2:10

It was 7:32 PM on August 10th, 2018 when security warnings notified all employees at the Seattle-Tacoma airport to immediately halt activity until further instruction. At first, nobody knew that a Bombardier Q400 plane had just executed an unauthorized take off from the runway but soon, locals would notice the 76-passenger aircraft flying unusually…

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Shaq Poo vs Rizzy Shakespeare 42:37

1M ago42:37

42:37

This week, our guests Shanna Christmas and Mangesh Hattikudur join Dave Holmes for some songs about women in interesting places, cornfield horror flicks, and Sanrio character trivia. Shanna Christmas would like to plug her upcoming special Highly Intelligent and her monthly comedy show and recommends The Comedy Reviewers Mangesh Hattikudur would li…

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In the Red Current - April Carpenter (Preview) 2:55

1M ago2:55

2:55

In 2018, 23-year-old April Carpenter of Wabaseemoong Nation went missing after failing to arrive at her sister's home as planned. Despite the sense of urgency her family felt, authorities did not suspect foul play. The public was not alerted of her disappearance until three weeks later, when it was officially treated as a missing persons case. Soon…

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EP #123: Dunwoody Dental Care with Dr. Ben Taylor 12:10

1M ago12:10

12:10

Veteran and Dr. Ben Taylor of Dunwoody Dental Care shares his journey from military dentist to community practitioner serving the Dunwoody area for over 30 years. Dunwoody Dental Care is owned by Dr. Taylor with a team that places the patient first. In an industry becoming corporate, this office remains a practice where quality care, strong patient…

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Middle Age Madness 20:16

1M ago20:16

20:16

We’re going to talk about how to take care of ourselves without falling for every shiny supplement, cleanse, or “fix” being thrown at us. (Because let’s be honest—menopause and midlife are BIG business these days, and it’s getting overwhelming.) We’re cutting through the noise and getting back to basics: So if you’re feeling like your […]…

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Weezer vs Sappho 50:51

2M ago50:51

50:51

This week, our guests Riley Silverman and Amy Spalding join Dave Holmes for some cubic trivia, wordcloud karaoke, and tax write off justifications. Riley Silverman would like to plug Tales From The Vortex and recommends The Joy Who Lived Amy Spalding would like to plug On Her Terms and recommends Cover Story by Celia Laskey And finally Dave is on B…

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ADHD, Grief, Chaos and MAGIC in Lu Land 1:01:52

2M ago1:01:52

1:01:52

All aboard 'Susie': the neon leopard print bus....ADHDAF Emporium are hitting the road with Lou Featherstone for her Self Love Unleashed Tour! One ‘little’ problem… GRIEF. Oh, and ADHD! As explored in the episode in honour of my Mum, grief exacerbates ADHD symptoms - one example; I can’t keep track of any of the dates and locations of the Lu in Lu …

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How GRAMMY Winners Are Really Chosen - Panos A. Panay @The Recording Academy 41:01

2M ago41:01

41:01

The truth behind the Grammy Awards 🏆 What does it really take to win? How are nominees selected, and what role does AI play in music today? Panos A. Panay, President of the Recording Academy, reveals everything - from the intense behind-the-scenes orchestration of music’s biggest night to how technology and creativity intersect. Get insider access …

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King vs Rebels 42:09

2M ago42:09

42:09

This week our friends Oscar Montoya and Mike Drucker join Dave for some garbled videogame tunes, Wario-ized celebrities, and videogame movie trivia. Mike Drucker would like to plug Good Game No Rematch and recommends Two Point Museum Oscar Montoya would like to plug Eurovangelists and Drag Her! and recommends Infinity Nikki And finally Dave is on B…

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UNCUT: Hannah Duraid 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

Steel City Business UNCUT returns for 2025 and our first guest of the year is the awesome Hannah Duraid. You may know her for The Great Escape, Gameshow Allstars, Sheffield Business Runners - or maybe one of the other many things she's involved in. Or maybe you don't know her at all yet. Regardless, you'll learn something new about Hannah in this c…

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EP #122: Greater Perimeter Chamber with Paula Shiver 21:03

2M ago21:03

21:03

At the heart of this conversation is the strategic merger between the Perimeter Chamber and Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber, a decade-long vision finally realized in January 2025. This unification eliminated counterproductive competition and created a stronger, more cohesive business community that transcends artificial municipal boundaries. Whethe…

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#351: Trying to get to GOOD 15:21

2M ago15:21

15:21

It’s time to refocus on my health. Maybe you can relate? Life shifts, new schedules take over, and before you know it, your wellness routine needs a reset. That’s exactly where I am, and in this week's show, I’m sharing: How I’m getting back to GOOD first (because that’s exactly where we need to start!) The small steps […]…

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UNLOCKED: Troubled Waters x Secretly Incredibly Fascinating BoCo 2023 41:12

2M ago41:12

41:12

For MaxFunDrive 2025 we thought it'd be fun to release an older piece of bonus content from behind the paywall! Enjoy!By Maximum Fun

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MaxFunDrive 2025 Bonus Preview! 6:27

2M ago6:27

6:27

Here's a little sneak peek at this year's bonus content! It's a Motivational Speeches special, featuring a ton of MaxFun favorites! If you'd like to hear the rest, go on over to maximumfun.org/join and become a member TODAY! It's the MaxFunDrive, the one time of year where your dollar goes the furthest! Get great gifts and support the shows you lov…

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Pasadena vs Luxembourg 58:36

3M ago58:36

58:36

It's MaxFunDrive time again!!! If you like Troubled Waters and want to support the show, become a member of Maximum Fun! You can join for as low as $5/month and get access to some great bonus content from us and every show on Maximum Fun! This week, MaxFun hosts Allan McLeod and Dimitry Pompee join Dave for some celebrity name bidding, Shrek recast…

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BONUS: Dave Holmes hosts MFD Spring Break 1:19:17

3M ago1:19:17

1:19:17

It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring Break-themed mini games!! Featuring: Dave Holmes, Jeremy Bent, Oscar Montoya, Dimitry Pompée, Tom Lum, Ellen Weatherford, Alex Schmidt, Brenda Snell, Drea…

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The Most ADHD Things of Jan/Feb '25 59:14

3M ago59:14

59:14

We're griefy AF! So all the more reason to have a giggle. It's time for the ultimate shame eradicator! Raising ADHD awareness and connecting the ADHD Community by sharing @adhdafpodcast followers and Patreon Community members 'Most ADHD Things' - to laugh at the things that would usually make us cry, break the stigma and drop the shame! Trigger War…

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The BIG ADHD Fundraiser 2025: ADHDadultUK & ADHDAF+ 29:25

3M ago29:25

29:25

'Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.' - Margaret Mead The perfect quote for The Big ADHD Fundraiser! REGISTER insterest to cycle any or all of the days: HERE DONATE to the fundraiser HERE Find out more about ADHDAF+ HERE Find out more about ADHDadultUK HER…

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Ne Zha 2 vs Hackman 57:03

3M ago57:03

57:03

This week, our friends Daniel Van Kirk and Brian Konowal join Dave for some acceptance speeches, celebrity/veggie combos, and songs about winning and losing. Brian Konowal would like to plug 1923 season 2 and recommends Starling Street and the podcast Guardians of the Palaxy Daniel Van Kirk would like to plug his upcoming tour dates, his special Ro…

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Hats off to Small Business Owners 23:35

3M ago23:35

23:35

So… the other day I was scrolling through Facebook and I saw this headline: Small Business Struggles: Are we next? Of course I immediately clicked on it, for SO many reasons. For starters, I can say with absolute confidence that you’d be hard pressed to find any small business owner who hasn’t questioned this at some […]…

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EP #120: Incognito Wear IX with Jan Wolbrecht 18:16

3M ago18:16

18:16

Jan Wolbrecht of Incognito Wear IX shares her journey creating a specialized clothing line for women's concealed carry that keeps them armed, fashionable, and incognito. Her American-made designs emerged from personal experience when she found herself frustrated trying to dress around a firearm after deciding to carry for personal protection. Visit…

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Beyond Good and Evil (Preview) - Kirsten Brueggeman 2:13

3M ago2:13

2:13

It's been over four years since 26-year-old Kirsten Brueggeman was last seen on surveillance video, walking in an Eastside area of Indianapolis, Indiana. After a night with friends ended in arguments, Kirstin was alone with no indication as to where she was heading. When she didn't show up for work the next day, her parents reported her missing to …

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ADHDAF+ Charity Begins 35:25

3M ago35:25

35:25

BIG NEWS! Celebrating the very first ADHDAF+ Charity in-person Peer Support Group, happening on Wednesday 5th March 2025 - back where it all began - in Aberdeen, Scotland(!) AND introducing the Board of Trustees, and first Volunteer Peer Support Group Facilitator. Edinburgh, Cardiff and London groups will start in April 2025, with MANY MORE beginni…

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ADHD and Grief: in honour of Mum 35:28

4M ago35:28

35:28

Dedicated to my Mother - Jennifer Reynolds MBE - who passed away on 29th January 2025. Trigger Warning: This episode focuses on recent grief, mourning, bereavement, trauma, traumatic grief, with mentions of medical negligence, cancer, death, self harm, eating struggles, insomnia, depression, anxiety, losing a parent, loss of a loved one and how all…

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Aliens vs Vampires 37:07

4M ago37:07

37:07

This week our friends Erin Judge and Jenny Chalikian join Dave for some motivational speeches, Sparks songs vs This American Life episodes, and twin/vampire trivia. Erin Judge would like to plug Romantic Comedy at the Ripped Bodice and Queens of the Dead and recommends Tomas Matos Jenny Chalikian would also like to plug Romantic Comedy at the Rippe…

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How I'm approaching change and what is surprising me 18:20

4M ago18:20

18:20

This week on the podcast, I’m reflecting on my first month of working both at the studio and in my new role at the New Art Center and how I’m approaching this change. Heading into this new role, I thought my biggest challenge would be sitting all day and keeping up my energy. And while […]By Jan Taylor, Get Lively Now

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DJ Michelle Grant Feb 2025 ( Disco House, Funky) 2:46:56

4M ago2:46:56

2:46:56

DJ Michelle Grant Feb 2025 ( Disco House, Funky) by Michelle GrantBy Michelle Grant

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Jeanne White Eagle – A Bold Blueprint for Interstellar Connection & Communication 53:06

4M ago53:06

53:06

Air Date - 13 February 2025 What if education wasn’t just about knowledge but about expanding consciousness? What if communication wasn’t limited to Earth but extended across the cosmos? And what if plants, animals, and crystals were key to our evolution? Joining Sandie this week is educator, futurist, world peace ambassador, visionary dreamer, and…

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Michelle Grant Feb 2025 (afro, Happy Vibes) 1:32:46

4M ago1:32:46

1:32:46

Michelle Grant Feb 2025 (afro, Happy Vibes) by Michelle GrantBy Michelle Grant

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Debbie Solaris - Galactic Origins & The Starseed Awakening 1:00:19

4M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Air Date - 06 February 2025 Born into a traditional Roman Catholic military family where discussions of UFOs and aliens were unthinkable, Debbie Solaris' life took an extraordinary turn when she awakened to her true cosmic lineage. Now an interdimensional traveler, galactic historian, and ascension coach, she's become a beacon for those seeking to …

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Peens vs Jeans 44:32

4M ago44:32

44:32

This week our friends Zabeth Russell and Mel Stephens join Dave for some celebrity portmanteaus, Robbie Williams weirdo lyrics, and some dystopian airlines. Mel Stephens would like to plug Overshare Comedy and recommends the concept of Daniel Van Kirk Zabeth Russell would like to plug Community Cookbook Roundup and Fiasco at the Elysian and recomme…

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#348: First Day of School Vibes 17:43

4M ago17:43

17:43

Remember those first day of school vibes? The mix of nervous excitement, the anticipation of new beginnings, and that lingering question: Am I going to be okay?! Well, that's exactly where I find myself right now as I begin my new role at the New Art Center. I’m excited to start this next chapter, but I’d be lying […]…

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Art of Ruin (Preview) - Bill Robert Cathey 3:05

4M ago3:05

3:05

It was just after midnight on May 19th, 1991 when Wendy McKee stood beside the Central Expressway in Dallas, Texas to hitch a ride. When Bill Robert Cathey pulled up, he seemed harmless enough, and willing to take her anywhere she wanted. No stranger to a troubled past, when Bill revealed that he was a police officer, Wendy was hoping that she woul…

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Crossing the Rubicon – Discovering What It Means to be Human with Pam Gregory 57:09

4M ago57:09

57:09

Air Date - 23 January 2025 It’s official. We’ve crossed the Rubicon, and there’s no turning back. If you thought you had a fair idea of what this year might bring, think again. All we can say is that with all the outer planets changing signs, this is destined to be a major crossover year for humanity and Planet Earth. Pam Gregory is an internationa…

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Oops All MaxFunsters! 51:03

4M ago51:03

51:03

We weren't able to record the show this week because of the ongoing LA wildfires, but we made a clip show for yall with some of our favorite segments with fellow MaxFun hosts! Featuring our pals Manolo Moreno, Renee Colvert, Ella McLeod, Tom Lum, Brenda Snell, Jackie Kashian, Dimitry Pompee, and Katie Goldin! Dave is on Bluesky! Find us on Instagra…