Best Essence Stewart Podcasts (2025)

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Finding Your Laugh 25:55

4d ago25:55

25:55

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart explores the importance of laughter in our lives, emphasizing its benefits for both physical and mental health. He reflects on the joy of childhood laughter and discusses how adults can reconnect with that joy. The episode provides practical strategies for inviting more laughter into daily life, …

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Spring Cleaning: More Than Just a Chore 28:04

11d ago28:04

28:04

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart discusses the significance of cleaning and organization in our lives, particularly during the spring season. He shares personal anecdotes about his love for cleaning and how it helps him maintain mental clarity. The conversation transitions into the importance of spring cleaning rituals, focusing…

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Finding your Best YOU with Doug Ferner Jr HITT Quarters of Rochester 58:27

18d ago58:27

58:27

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart sits down with Doug Ferner from HQ HiTTquarters to discuss the transformative power of fitness and nutrition. They explore Doug's journey from personal health struggles to opening a gym, emphasizing the importance of mental resilience, nutrition, and community support in achieving health goals. T…

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Trusting Your Gut: Molly Winget’s Career Transition 41:53

25d ago41:53

41:53

In this engaging conversation, Kevin Stewart and Molly Winget explore Molly's unique journey from bartending to a successful career in real estate. They discuss the importance of trusting one's instincts, the power of energy and connection in personal and professional relationships, and the significance of self-belief and daily affirmations. Molly …

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Finding Your Passion: A Journey to Career Fulfillment 35:35

1M ago35:35

35:35

In this episode, Kevin Stewart shares his journey of finding passion in his career, emphasizing the importance of loving what you do. He reflects on his experiences in the community of Rochester, the significance of mentorship, and the challenges of navigating career changes. Kevin discusses his transition from advertising to real estate, highlight…

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Finding Your Why: A Journey of Purpose 26:42

1M ago26:42

26:42

Summary In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart expresses gratitude for the impact of his podcast and emphasizes the importance of finding one's 'why.' He shares a personal story about his grandfather, who inspired him to seek a purpose beyond himself. The conversation explores the courage required to discover one's why and outlines st…

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The Home Bakery and Its Legacy 37:31

2M ago37:31

37:31

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart interviews Heather Tocco, the owner of The Home Bakery, which recently celebrated its 95th anniversary. Heather shares her inspiring journey of taking over a struggling bakery without prior experience and transforming it into a beloved community staple. The conversation delves into the creative c…

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The Power of Connection: Building Meaningful Relationships 52:36

2M ago52:36

52:36

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart engages in a heartfelt conversation with his friend and insurance agent, Matt Bitonti ! They explore the significance of relationships, the pursuit of happiness, and the impact of effective communication. Matt shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur and emphasizes the importance of tone in co…

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The Blessings and Challenges of Parenthood 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart shares his heartfelt reflections on parenting, discussing the joys and challenges of raising children in today's world. He emphasizes the importance of healing oneself as a parent, creating a supportive framework for children, and instilling a belief in their potential. Through personal anecdotes…

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Harnessing the Power of Energy and Finding Joy in Everyday Life 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

In this episode, Kevin Stewart discusses the significance of energy in our lives, exploring what brings joy and what detracts from it. He emphasizes the importance of identifying sources of energy, implementing strategies to cultivate positivity, and the transformative power of giving back. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, listeners…

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Gratitude and Growth: Living Fully in the Present 35:38

2M ago35:38

35:38

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, Kevin Stewart discusses the significance of being present in the moment, especially as seasons change. He shares personal anecdotes about his experiences with seasonal depression and the joy of reconnecting with nature. The conversation emphasizes the importance of gratitude, self-awareness, and strategies to live …

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Facing the Fear of Failure: A Candid Discussion 1:02:34

3M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, Kevin Stewart and EJ Swanson discuss the journey of building BOLT Creative, the importance of positive thinking, and the power of encouragement. They share personal stories about their transitions in life and business, the fears associated with failure, and the significance of surrounding oneself with the right peo…

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Resilience in the Face of Catastrophe 35:19

3M ago35:19

35:19

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, Kevin Stewart delves into the theme of resilience in the face of catastrophe. He discusses personal experiences of overcoming challenges and emphasizes the importance of mindset, recovery strategies, and surrounding oneself with positivity. Drawing inspiration from sports legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant…

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The significance of leadership in personal and professional growth 27:49

3M ago27:49

27:49

In this episode, Kevin Stewart discusses the significance of leadership in personal and professional growth. He emphasizes that everyone possesses inherent leadership skills and explores the essential qualities that make a great leader, such as sharing a vision, providing hope, leading by example, and showing compassion. Additionally, he outlines t…

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The Joy of Fun: A Life Essential 30:11

3M ago30:11

30:11

In this episode, Kevin Stewart discusses the significance of having fun in life, sharing personal experiences of overcoming challenges and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive, high-character individuals. He emphasizes the health benefits of fun, including stress reduction and improved mood, and encourages listeners to intentionally …

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The Power of Positivity Unleashed 28:24

4M ago28:24

28:24

In this episode of Beyond Bricks, host Kevin Stewart shares his excitement for the new season and the evolution of the podcast. He emphasizes the importance of positivity and introduces the theme for the year: 'The Power of Positivity.' Kevin discusses personal experiences that highlight the impact of a positive mindset and outlines five actionable…

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Ep. 4- "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians" with Katie Kazimir 27:39

5+ y ago27:39

27:39

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ALEXIS! In this episode, Alexis is joined by special guest Katie Kazimir to review the 1964 Christmas cult classic "Santa Claus Conquers the Martians". They discuss Pia Zadora's film debut, the child actors in the movie and their maniacal laughter, and how S-A-N-T-A does not spell Santy. Check out Katie's weekly podcast called "Hey …

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Ep. 3- "Holiday In The Wild" with Ashley Glicken 26:51

5+ y ago26:51

26:51

Alexis and special guest Ashley Glicken review the 2019 Netflix movie "Holiday In The Wild". They chat about how incredibly unexciting this movie is, Rob Lowe being HOT, and people saying they're traveling to "Africa" instead of a specific country on the continent of Africa. Google Ashley Glicken to find out more about her! You can follow the podca…

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Ep.2- "Holiday Rush" with Essence Stewart and John Ross 35:27

5+ y ago35:27

35:27

Alexis and special guests Essence Stewart and John Ross review the 2019 Netflix movie "Holiday Rush". They discuss La La Anthony's role as a ghost, the pronunciation of Romany Malco's name, and why this movie about a black family just seemed a liiiittle off (SPOILER: it's written by two white men). Want to know more about Essence? You can follow he…

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Ep. 1- "A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby"- Slimon 20:52

5+ y ago20:52

20:52

Season 3 is here! In this episode, Megan and Alexis review the third (and hopefully final) installment of the Christmas Prince saga! They discuss the multiple subplots, the return of Queen Amber's Converse shoes, and try to figure out what the curse actually is... You can follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram @xmasmoviespodcast !…

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peace of Mind 2:15

6y ago2:15

2:15

how to get peace of mind

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Ep. 25- "White Christmas"- Happy Birthday, Alexis!!! 19:41

6+ y ago19:41

19:41

Alexis and Megan review the beloved Hollywood classic "White Christmas", and discuss the pressures Hollywood placed on actresses in the 1950s, minstrelsy, and whether this movie is actually a Christmas movie (it is, and so are "Die Hard" and "Gremlins").By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 24- "Joyeux Noël"- War is over 21:33

6+ y ago21:33

21:33

Alexis and Megan review the 2005 critically-acclaimed international film "Joyeux Noël". They discuss ideas of nationalism during WWI, using religion to justify killing others, and post traumatic stress. Oh, and fun stuff like music and cats!By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 23- "Christmas with a Capital C"- Merry Mas 24:20

6+ y ago24:20

24:20

Alexis and Megan review the 2011 christian film "Christmas with a Capital C", starring Ted McGinley and Daniel Baldwin. They discuss whether or not christians are being persecuted in the U.S. (they are not), 90s TV actors getting a second chance, and the lyrics to the song "Christmas with a Capital C" by Go Fish.…

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Ep. 22- "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas"- COCAINE 19:38

6+ y ago19:38

19:38

Alexis and Megan review the 2011 stoner comedy "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas". They discuss child neglect, dicks being stuck to poles, and how much they truly hated themselves for watching this movie. For the first time in "25 Days of Xmas Movies" history, Alexis apologizes to Megan for making her watch such a bad film.…

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Ep. 21 - "Christmas Presence"- The Call's Coming From Inside the House 6:25

6+ y ago6:25

6:25

Alexis and Megan discuss short horror indie film "Christmas Presence" and discuss big reveals and good babysitting gigs.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 20 - "Gremlins" - Gizmo 23:43

6+ y ago23:43

23:43

Alexis and Megan watch the cutest horror film of all time, "Gremlins" and discuss xenophobia, furbies and wanting to vom during the scene where Gizmo multiplies.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 19 - "Frosty the Snowman" - Global Warming 13:33

6+ y ago13:33

13:33

Alexis and Megan review animated classic "Frosty the Snowman" and discuss proper adult behavior, how to dress for winter and how much they love old New York accents.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 18 - "The Santa Claws" - Allergies 22:49

6+ y ago22:49

22:49

Alexis and Megan review Netflix kids' move "Santa Claws" and discuss the definition of neglect, if Santa having any illnesses is feasible and what to look for in a predator.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 17- "A Christmas Story" - LIVE! 49:19

6+ y ago49:19

49:19

Alexis and Megan discuss overplayed Christmass classic, "A Christmas Story" and polarize a live audience with their takes on the beloved film while giving out VERY GOOD holiday advice.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 16- "Star Wars Holiday Special" with Andy Schneeflock 42:41

6+ y ago42:41

42:41

Alexis and special guest co-host Andy Schneeflock review the 1978 cult classic (this one is DEFINITELY a cult classic) holiday TV event "Star Wars Holiday Special". The two of them geek out about Star Wars lingo and discuss Wookie misogyny, the early uses of VR and Skype, and the many, MANY bizarre scenes in this movie. Want to know more about Andy…

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Ep. 15- "All American Christmas Carol" with Scott Thomas 34:22

6+ y ago34:22

34:22

Alexis is joined by special guest co-host Scott Thomas to review the cult classic (sure, why not?) "All American Christmas Carol", starring Taryn Manning a.k.a Pennsatucky. They chat about the intended audience for this movie, casual incest, and Eric Roberts laugh-speaking in every scene. Also, they plug their upcoming show (Jan. 30th at Littlefiel…

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Ep. 14- "A Christmas Melody" with Hanya Shatara 31:20

6+ y ago31:20

31:20

Alexis and special guest co-host Hanya Shatara discuss the 2015 Hallmark Channel cult classic (or at least it is with Lambs a.k.a Mariah Carey stans) "A Christmas Melody", starring and directed by Mariah Carey. They also discuss Kathy Najimy's career, the excellent movie soundtrack, and of course Mariah Carey. We wouldn't have it any other way. Als…

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Ep. 13- "Almost Christmas" with John Ross and Michael Stevens 30:17

6+ y ago30:17

30:17

Alexis and special guest co-hosts John Ross and Michael Stevens review the 2016 cult classic "Almost Christmas" (lol not a cult classic), starring Mo'Nique, Danny Glover, Gabrielle Union, Kimberly Elise, J.B. Smoove, and more! The three of them chat about Mo'Nique's brilliant one-liners, Danny Glover's sad attempt at cooking, and kids on social med…

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Ep. 12- "Nothing Like The Holidays" with Rebecca Robles 21:33

6+ y ago21:33

21:33

Alexis and special guest co-host Rebecca Robles review the 2008 cult classic (not really) xmas film "Nothing Like The Holidays", and talk about heavy family conversations, slow wi-fi connections, and Alfred Molina being typecast. Wanna know more about Rebecca? Follow her on Instagram @lobsterbisque and @therebeccaroblesshow…

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Ep. 11- "Home Alone 2" - Gum Tips 21:48

6+ y ago21:48

21:48

Alexis and Megan review the sequel to a cult classic "Home Alone: 2" and chat about Macaulay Kulkin's horrible Instagram presence, how using guns in a kid's movie sucks and why money will get you a Merry Christmas, even if you lose your kid.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 10- "Anna and the Apocalypse" - Thriller 19:18

6+ y ago19:18

19:18

Alexis and Megan review new zombie musical "Anna and the Apocalypse" and chat about dumb high school priorities, social media in a zombie age and why Alexis thinks this movie is a student film, but it isn't.By Megan Meadows

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Ep 9. - "Christmas with a Stranger" - Existentialism 9:51

6+ y ago9:51

9:51

Alexis and Megan review YouTube indie film "Christmas with a Stranger" by Butterworks Films and discuss making a Christmas movie that has nothing to do with Christmas, stranger danger and mansplaining.By Megan Meadows

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Ep 8. - "A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding" - Sneakers Again 22:24

6+ y ago22:24

22:24

Alexis and Megan review the highly anticipated Netflix sequel, "Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding" and discuss the demonization of Meghan Markle, shoe etiquette at weddings and why casting directors should stop casting tweens as little girls.By Megan Meadows

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Ep 7. - "The Star" - Sweet Baby Jesus 12:21

6+ y ago12:21

12:21

Alexis and Megan review A-list celeb packed animated movie "The Star" and discuss what it's like to not know much about the nativity, wonder if Joseph was kind of a dick and Oprah, duh.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 6 - "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" - Who Hash 10:10

6+ y ago10:10

10:10

Alexis and Megan review animated holiday classic, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and discuss Christmas breakfast burritos, the resilience of the Who's and how the Grinch is every friend you roll your eyes at.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 5 "Trading Places" - YIKES 18:16

6+ y ago18:16

18:16

Alexis and Megan watch that good ol' racist classic, "Trading Places" starring Dan Akroyd and Eddie Murphy. They discuss how racist it is, how racist it is and blackface.By Megan Meadows

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Ep. 4 "Miss Me This Christmas" - Broken Marriages 20:14

6+ y ago20:14

20:14

Alexis and Megan discuss very attractive models turned very mediocre actors, using the wealth gap as a punchline and how rude it is to host your wedding on a holiday.By Megan Meadows

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Season 2, Ep. 2 "Everything Twas" - You Should Move On 12:04

6+ y ago12:04

12:04

Alexis Lambright and Megan Meadows review indie film, "Everything Twas", and talk mullets, bad party food spreads and Hollywood's big budget complex.By Megan Meadows

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Season 2, Ep. 3 "The Christmas Chronicles" - Clam Chowdah 20:13

6+ y ago20:13

20:13

Alexis Lambright and Megan Meadows review Netflix' 2018 answer to "The Santa Claus" and Kurt Russell vehicle, "The Christmas Chronicles." They talk Jim Belushi as Santa, why referencing "Fake News" in a movie is very dumb, and sex-crazed teens who speak Elvish. Also: send them your Letters to Santa and they'll talk about them on the podcast!!!…

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Season 2, Ep. 1 "The Princess Switch" - Belgravia 26:44

6+ y ago26:44

26:44

Alexis Lambright and Megan Meadows review one of Netflix's most anticipated holiday films, "The Princess Switch", starring Vanessa Hudgens. They talk making up fake countries for movies, dialect coaches and "The Parent Trap"/"Princess Diaries" bc that's basically what this movie is.By Megan Meadows