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Everyone knows the Rotary wheel, you've seen it on benches, or a school playground. But do you know any Rotarians? NO? Well, this is the podcast to fix that. Join producer and Rotarian Gwen Jones as she interviews some of the many men, women, famous or under the radar Rotarians that live all around the US, and even the world. Join us as she talks to them about the history of Rotary, how each became a Rotarian, and where they see Rotary international going in the 21 century and beyond. lisen ...
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Explore , Historical Haunted Location and Other Guest With Paranormal Happy Hour! Paranormal Happy Hour is ran by Susan Victoria aka Lady Victoria Darkwood, a Paranormal Researcher who is in search of lifes biggest answers to what happens when we take our last breath! make sure to check out Paranormal Happy Hour on Social Medias Platforms, Youtube and ALL Podcast Listening Platforms!
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Tired of political headlines that feel like déjà vu? Wondering if you actually need to care about every controversy? This season, Katie’s asking those same questions—and talking to the people who have real answers. From political insiders to sharp-eyed journalists, she’s breaking down what’s worth your attention (and what’s not), with smarts, sanity, and even a little humor. Because none of us can be tuned in 24/7—but we can stay informed without losing our minds. Tune in every Thursday and ...
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Join Alexa Ace in talking everything women and music related through interviews with emerging and established artists, leaders in entertainment, and curators of pop culture. Topics include: the zeitgeist, spirituality, sex, drugs, rock and roll, and redemption. New episodes sporadically.
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Uplift Aging

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Welcome to the Uplift Aging Podcast, a LeadingAge Texas production. Through insightful discussions, our guests help reshape aging perceptions. Join us to challenge stereotypes, explore the positives, and empower each other to embrace the journey of aging. Whether you're an older adult, caregiver, or just curious about aging, this podcast is for you. Together, let's Uplift Aging!
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Katie heads to Capitol Hill for an in-person conversation with Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. In this unflinching interview, Murkowski reflects on her high-stakes political journey, her defiance of party pressure, and her growing alarm over the threats facing American democracy. Drawing from her new memoir Far From Home, she opens up about the p…
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Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett is having a moment. The rising Democratic star sits down with Katie for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about what drives her, what frustrates her, and why she refuses to play by the old political rules. From her viral moments on Capitol Hill to the serious challenges facing democracy, Crockett shares what’s on he…
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Send us a text Join me for the last EP. of the "I'm A Rotarian Podcast" before my big name change in July: How can we help stop the War on Vaccines, well RI Polio Plus Committee Chair Michael McGovern is here to talk about the problem and how big this "No to all Vaccine" hysteria really is. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing peopl…
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Eric Holder, AG under Obama from 2009 - 2015, has spent most of his life inside the Department of Justice. Now, he’s watching it unravel. He joins Katie to explain how the Trump administration is hollowing out institutions, targeting critics, and eroding democratic norms. He shares what it’s like to see the agency he loves weaponized—and why he bel…
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Send us a text Time to take a fresh new look at ClubRunner. Did you know it was started and is run by Rotarians? Did you know it's one of the safest websites your club can use? Did you know that it can do much, much more then just email, and a club website? Well join me as we break the myths with ClubRunner founders and CEOs Halle and Sara. Support…
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More than a decade ago, Katie asked a question she now regrets—one that sparked a meeting with her guest today, Laverne Cox. In this deeply personal conversation, the two revisit that moment and the friendship that grew from it. Laverne shares why she believes transformation is still possible–even under the Trump administration—if we’re willing to …
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In a world that rewards power grabs, Jacinda Ardern chose a different path. The former prime minister of New Zealand, who led her country through the Christchurch massacre and COVID, talks with Katie about leading through heartbreak and crisis, why kindness isn’t weakness, and the courage it takes to step away from power. It’s all detailed in her n…
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Send us a text So, Rotary’s supposed to be politics and religion-free, right? But is God popping up too much in meetings? Met a new friend from Canada (no names this week) who’s wondering if it’s making her wanna stay or leave. Do we need to say "under God" should we pray? Is it against the rules? Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazin…
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Aaron Parnas grew up in a Fox News household and once campaigned for Trump. But today, he is a rising progressive voice with millions of followers—and no patience for the media status quo. In this conversation with Katie Couric, he shares how his worldview changed, and why he’s using TikTok and Substack to rewire how we consume the news. See omnyst…
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Send us a text We are asking all the questions you were always to scared to ask a transgender person. My friend Teri from Canada is willing to talk about anything Trans and I am so happy to ask , and learn and understand the world of transgender people. I love this show, but parents check it out first, see the language, and slang that we use so not…
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Send us a text She a singer, Vet, Asst. Gov, Teacher Professor, Foundation chair and oh, yes a Rotarian too. Meet Angela Walker, this week on the podcast. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and tell a friend to join us too.By Gwen Jones
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Katie traveled to Washington, D.C. to sit down with Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson for a candid conversation about their book Original Sin—an investigation into how President Biden’s decline was hidden from voters, colleagues, and even some members of the press. As questions swirl in the wake of his cancer diagnosis, their reporting offers critical …
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They weren’t political operatives—they were a civil rights lawyer, a digital editor, and a marketing guy. But in the chaos of the Trump era, the Meiselas Brothers felt compelled to act. In their first in-person interview all together, Katie gets the behind-the-scenes story of how a pandemic group chat turned into the ascendent progressive MeidasTou…
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Send us a text I'm off to my families homeland of Wales to meet the youngest Rotary DG maybe EVER! 27year old James Thomas. Come hear this DG's words of wisdom and how he feels he owes a debt to Rotary. Join us for an amazing conversation. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and tell a…
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Send us a text Three sisters sit down to share their family's rich maternal legacy in this touching Mother's Day special. Known as "Gwen's Girls," Tina, Gina, and Ericka open their hearts about the women who shaped them – from their beloved grandmother "Bigga Mama" to their resilient mother (Gwen) who raised them as a single parent. The conversatio…
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New York Times reporter Astead Herndon has spent years embedded in the world of Trump voters. He joins Katie to explain what he’s hearing now—why economic fear, media distrust, and cultural resentment still fuel Trumpism, how tariffs and Elon Musk are playing with the base, and why the Democrats’ message just isn’t landing. If you think you know wh…
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Send us a text Steve Martin was a cop for 30years, and part of one of the most famous days in english policing history. But that's not his whole story. Get to know my new friend Steve and we talk his life, and our love of football (soccer) too. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and t…
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Send us a text Join us as we uncover the remarkable journey of Raven Crisp, the inspiring founder and CEO of the Selfless Hands Foundation. From her early involvement in organizations like Jack and Jill and the National Honor Society to a life-changing experience during a disaster relief project in Baton Rouge, Raven's story is one of selflessness,…
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"Microbiome" is a buzzword these days--but many people don't know what it means. As we re-assess the lasting impact diet may have on our health, researchers are examining the role of gut health as possible causes for the dramatic uptick in colorectal cancer in young people. Katie Couric, founder of Katie Couric Media and Stand Up To Cancer, hosts a…
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Trump’s first 100 days? Worse than former congressman and “proud RINO” Adam Kinzinger ever imagined. He joins Katie for a bracing conversation about authoritarian creep, advice on Democratic Party messaging, why the next few years could be rougher than anyone’s ready for–and why blind optimism is useless, but keeping hope alive can galvanize the Am…
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Send us a text Encore Show: Time to meet Past RI Director Elizabeth Usovicz .We talk her life after her big RI post, her new Rotary job helping with girl empowerment and the UN's Day of the Girl Child. Not to mention my big move to the East Coast to Elizabeth's old home town of Salem MA. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people w…
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In this heartfelt conversation, Katie sits down with the iconic Christie Brinkley or an intimate look at the moments that shaped her–from her bohemian days in Paris to the glitz of Studio 54, from the heights of modeling fame to unexpected heartbreak. With warmth, candor, and even a little singing, Christie opens up about a life lived in full techn…
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Project 2025. Maybe you’ve heard whispers about it. Maybe you’ve rolled your eyes. But David A. Graham read the whole thing—and he sat down with Katie to break down why this isn’t just rhetoric – it’s a roadmap already in motion. From privatizing weather data to rewinding civil rights gains, this playbook for Trump 2.0 is more extreme—and more poss…
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Send us a text Meet my new friends Robert Friend(Really that's his name) and Martha Wells Hoffman of the Call 2 Care water project. We talk about the project, how you can help, and how the whole idea started with a dream. That's right a dream. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and te…
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Today, approximately 10,000 rare diseases collectively affect as many as 400 million people around the world, and women leaders have long been at the forefront of bringing awareness to these diseases and driving change. Katie Couric moderates a panel that includes Tania Simoncelli of Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, whose “Rare as One” campaign gives to…
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Send us a text Discovering meaningful ways to support young people during their critical transition to adulthood has never been more important. Shay Omokhomion joins us to reveal how her Good Soil program is transforming the lives of high school juniors and seniors through innovative mental health support and leadership development. As a licensed L…
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Rahm Emanuel has never been short on opinions—or jobs. He’s been a senior advisor to President Clinton, Chief of Staff to President Obama, a three-term Congressman, and Mayor of Chicago. Most recently, he served as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Now, he’s back stateside and full of ideas. From how to get the Democratic party back on track to protect…
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Send us a text This week I'm talk to Rocky Wagner about Operation Pollination. We need more Bees, butterflies, and Hummingbirds. In Fact our world food chain needs them most of all. Time to plant some seeds, and help these friends do their job! Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and t…
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They couldn’t—or wouldn’t—tell Biden it was time to go. Journalist Chris Whipple reveals the human drama behind the political failure, captured in his must-read book Uncharted. Why did no one stop Joe Biden from running again? In this eye-opening interview, Chris and Katie pull back the curtain on the 2024 election, delving into the loyalty, fear, …
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Send us a text Welcome to this 90min conversation that came from a simple question I put up on Facebook. "Is Rotary too WOKE" Join us for this powerful conversation, that I hope will make you think, and will help you understand "WOKE" Rotary's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At Rotary, we're committed to treating everyone with digni…
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Send us a text LaToya Mason’s journey from the entrepreneurial landscape of her childhood in Tulsa to becoming the powerhouse behind LMason Wedding and Event Planning is nothing short of inspiring. Raised amidst the bustling environment of her mother's hair salon and her father's ministry, LaToya's early life was steeped in business acumen and comm…
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Season 11 of Next Question with Katie Couric is cutting through the noise. Tired of political headlines that feel like déjà vu? Wondering if you actually need to care about every controversy? This season, Katie’s asking the same questions—and talking to the people who have real answers. From political insiders to sharp-eyed journalists, she’s break…
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Send us a text Join me and my new friend Robyn Curtis from the Rotary Climate Change Action Group. We are talking ECO, we are talking big problems, and even some big solutions. We are talking about one of our 7 areas of focus that maybe doesn't get all the love and attention that it should. Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing peopl…
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Send us a text What if revitalizing a neighborhood could honor its past while paving the way for a brighter future? Dr. Quintin Hughes Sr. , co-founder of Northeast Oklahoma City Renaissance www.neokcr.org, joins us to share his remarkable journey from Little Rock to Oklahoma City, tackling the challenges of urban decline and drug epidemics along t…
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Send us a text Meet Ray Buchanan founder of Rise Against Hunger, and his team of everyday Rotarians that have put together more than 31milloin meals to help the hungry folks all over the world Support the show Join me as I talk to those "amazing people who proudly call themselves Rotarians." and tell a friend to join us too.…
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Send us a text Journey alongside Courtenie Jackson, founder of Activated Lifestyle, as she shares the remarkable story behind her mission-driven wellness brand. What began as a personal quest to combat inflammation during the pandemic evolved into an extraordinary business venture centered on a powerful three-part philosophy: drink healthy, eat hea…
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Send us a text Welcome to part two of this NEPELS celebration! In this "Voices from NEPELS" we hear from the governors, passed, present, and future. There's also a bonus conversation with the crazy group of governors that start their jobs July 1, and the big ideas they have for the future of the Northeast. Join me for part two of this northeast cel…
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Mike White is the creator of HBO’s pandemic hit, The White Lotus. With its third season in progress, we look back at a conversation with White about his life before the lux world of The White Lotus. Mike White spent his time on the periphery, creating offbeat characters in movies like ‘Chuck and Buck,’ ‘The Year of the Dog,’ ‘The Good Girl,’ and ‘S…
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Send us a text Well, the most fun about being on location is that you will never know what happens. From the clanking of doors to high ceilings that made everything echo to Mics that got unplugged and computers that were quirky. But who cares! The "I am a Rotarian" podcast was on location at Northeast PELS! We got two episodes worth of total joy. J…
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