Nearest And Dearest Podcast - Bridging Family Dynamics

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 📣 Let's keep the conversation going! Just click above AND I'll send you a text message back! 💬 ⬆️⬆️⬆️ or send me an 📧 email  ⬇️⬇️⬇️ mailto:julierogers@nearestanddearestpodcast.com your comments, suggestions, or share YOUR OWN STORY!  Listen to why this episode is near and dear to my heart ! ❤️ As my special guests, my beautiful niece Amanda and her han...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 📣 Let's keep the conversation going! Just click above AND I'll send you a text message back! 💬 ⬆️⬆️⬆️ This special episode is filled with genuineness & authenticity! Amy Oppy, also known as Miss Amy O, speaks from her heart! ❤️ She shares her journey as her beautiful mom's caregiver, as a survivor who was unjustly sentenced to 20 years in priso...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 📣 Let's keep the conversation going! Just click above AND I'll send you a message back! ⬆️⬆️⬆️ I'm so excited to be back with Season 5! 🎉 Whether this is the first episode you have listened to or you have been following my podcast from the beginning, Thank you!! ❤️ Send me an email 📧with suggestions or if you want to share your story! julierogers@...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Heartfelt connections and the power of storytelling highlights a journey through caregiving and dementia in this episode. 💜 We discuss personal experiences, insights from the Alzheimer's Association , and the importance of community support. 🫶 Chatting 💬 with Jessica DesRosiers - Director of Programs for Alzheimer's Association Central New York Chapter...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Anthony J. Mohr shares his journey growing up between two very different fathers, exploring the emotional complexities of blended family dynamics. The conversation reveals insights into love, resilience, and the impact of diverse parenting styles. Thank you to PR by the Book, Emily Williams -  Assistant Publicist, for the introductions to this heart warming memoir...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Could discovering a buried family secret reshape your entire existence? Join me, as I recount my journey of uncovering the truth about my biological father. I'm also thrilled to feature Alesia Weiss, a retired RN, an Army vet and writer, who has dedicated her life to supporting NPEs (Not Parent Expected). Alesia founded a resource center website - NPEN -  nurs...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Have you ever wondered how your childhood memories shape your present relationships? Join me on a heartfelt exploration of my formative years in Brownville, New York. ❤️ You'll hear about unforgettable incidents, like breaking my arm while returning Pepsi bottles, and my father's gentle care during my bath time. These reflections aim to inspire you to che...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Can music truly change your life? That’s the question we explore in this heartwarming episode of Nearest And Dearest Podcast.❤️ Meet my granddaughter Eloise, a young and passionate Swiftie, who shares her incredible journey of inspiration fueled ⛽️ by Taylor Swift's music. 🎶 From the soothing melodies of "Evermore" to the upbeat anthems from "...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 How does one transform an abandoned historic villa into a modern marvel while preserving its timeless charm? 🤔 💭 Join me, as I sit down with Ron Clapp and Janaina Leite, the passionate couple behind the monumental restoration of the Carleton Villa on Carleton Island.  This episode unveils the captivating journey of discovering this unique property through a simpl...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Embark on a historical journey as I unfold the intriguing tale of  William Ozmun Wyckoff , a man who rose from humble beginnings to build an architectural masterpiece on the serene Carleton Island . This ⭐️RE-RELEASE episode promises to immerse you in literally rich history, breathtaking scenery, and inspiring stories of preservation. Learn about Wyckoff's ri...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Carleton Island has some mystery about it. 🔮When James H. Durham decided to take on uncovering the true origin of The Old Fort in 1889, he was diving into a not so clear path of discovering the easy answer. The island had several names, Buck, Deere, Isle aux Chevreuils and Carleton Island. I purchased the book titled, The Old Fort Carleton Island In The Revolution...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I am so happy to be back again to our favorite forever home on the St. Lawrence River! 🌊  I find myself surrounded by nature's simple yet profound joys. Picture ducklings 🦆 learning to swim, and the harmonious dawn 🌅 chorus of robins 🎶— showcasing the wonder of nature! As I prepare for my 40th high school reunion 🤯, memories of cherished relationships fro...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣  I found myself in a sea of cherry blossoms in Washington DC, 🏛 feeling a sense of renewal that only spring can bring.🌷🌳☀️ It was here, at the Alzheimer's Impact Movement's Advocacy Forum, that I channeled my personal loss into something greater—a passionate fight against Alzheimer’s and dementia.💜 This episode of Nearest and Dearest Podcast takes you...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Ever wonder how a simple 'Wicked Happy' baseball cap 🧢 could sum up one's philosophy on life?  🧐That's what happened to me. I unravel the layers of happiness that have shaped my existence from my earliest childhood memories. 🛝🚲  Rediscover the bliss of childhood joys, like those carefree days in Brownville with ice cream treats 🍦 and boundl...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Nearest And Dearest Podcast is my hope that maybe, my stories will resonate with you! I still believe today, that if any of my content connects with you personally, it's priceless ! 🫶 It's a testament to the strength of our shared human experience, one that even caught the attention of alcoholfree.com, where my stories provide solace to those embracing a...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I'm glad you are joining me with Season 3 Episode 1 - Pushing The Pause Button ⏸ I'm looking forward to another season with you! ❤️ Have you ever caught yourself mid-sentence, wondering if silence might have been the wiser choice? 🤔 I'd like to think the older I get, the wiser I should be. Deciding to use pause as a powerful tool, can transform conv...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Have you ever felt like a tightrope walker in your own life, constantly striving for balance?  ⚖️ This 🔁 BEST OF episode is another reminder that YOU do have control. Weaving threads from my life alongside the narrative outlines of 'Eat Pray Love', one of my favs, I reveal how the quest for self-love and making resonant choices is not just about survivin...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Strap in and join me, as I remember facing my inner fears of driving 🚗 cross country from Northern New York to Mesa Arizona 🏜. I chose 🔁 BEST OF - You Did It! from Season 1 to remind myself & YOU , that by purposefully making a decision that  conquers 💥your own anxiety of the unknown 😫, can be a huge fulfillment! It's not only about accomplishing huge...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I picked this 🔁 BEST OF - Get Going Goals , which is from Season 1 actually, because I needed to remind myself about starting my new goals! Yes 2024 🎉 has started & you have put together your own set of aspiring goals for yourself. But, the real challenge of beginning those goals can be daunting and overwhelming.  I'm sharing the pivotal lessons I'v...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I want to share this special episode  🔁 Best Of - Discovering My Italian Roots - Part 2 because of how very near & dear it is to my heart! ❤️ This personal episode isn't just a journey through my lineage; it's an exploration of the universal longing for connection, belonging, and the sweet discovery of where our truest selves reside. The breathtaking...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I'm choosing my episode S2E14, The Sauce as one of my favs. Because I'm in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷🏝 for the winter, I don't get to see my family in person. I am feeling nostalgic and decided to share this episode to remind me of the connection I have with Joe & Sharri.🫶 When you are missing people who mean the world 🌎to you, you have to come up with oth...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 Woody and I are back in our winter home in Puerto Rico!😎🏝🇵🇷 I'm choosing this particular episode as my next 🔁 BEST OF  S2E1 - Gaining More Patience, as a reminder for all of us to keep our patience in check! ✅   Ever found yourself on the brink of losing your cool?  😤 Let's face it, we've all been there, but my experiences navigating island life...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I picked S2E2 - Age Is Just A Number to be my next 🔁 BEST OF . As I get closer to my next birthday, I realize now, more than ever, to redefine what aging means -  it's not about a number, but about the life we choose to live, regardless of that number. When I celebrated 🎉 my 57th birthday last year, it has sparked  ⚡️a reinvigoration in my zest for life, so...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 I'm choosing this episode, S2E6 - Changing Gun Violence as my first 🔁 BEST OF because this subject needs to be continued.  It's unfortunately, a hot topic that needs to be discussed more.  As a society, especially if you live in the United States of America, we can't ignore the real tragedies that keep unfolding time & time again. I understand t...

👋 Send a text 💬 or voicemail 🗣 As autumn's crisp chill 🍂🍁🌬 starts to set in, I find myself in a reflective state, thinking about the bittersweet closure of a season. Here's a promise - you'll feel the same important nostalgia while you experience life's highs and lows, the importance of self-care, and the skill set of finding balance amidst it all, no matter where your own...