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The Lessons of Whiteclay Sep 13, 2019

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You can not talk about Whiteclay Nebraska without also including Pine Ridge Reservation. For decades 4 liquor stores in Whiteclay, a town of maybe 12 residents, sold 3.5 million cans of beer a year. Most of the beer was sold to the Oglala Sioux who lived on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Despite the stores having been closed; the destruction wrought on the people of Pine Ridge will stick around for generations to come.

Dry For A Year

News, News, News Sep 11, 2019

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Searching for an idea for the podcast can be as simple as opening the local newspaper (online of course) and sharing observations of man and his drugs.

He Walks Through The Door Sep 06, 2019

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In this episode we interview Andre Morgan, a Chicagoland Youth Sports legend. His legacy is foretold by his lineage of both grandparents and parents who showed him the right way to succeed is to trust your own ability to succeed. He truly lives the live of a Positive Alternative. Settle in for a great conversation.

Things to Do In Denver Sep 04, 2019

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On a recent trip to Denver I spent some time checking out the legal weed trade. Was the scene as scary as I had been told in all of my meetings? It was not long after driving on the residential streets of the Uptown area that the skunky smell of marijuana wafted my way. I share some old guy observations here. And Yes, I did enter one of the many stores and snooped around. I was fortunate the "budtender" was so forthcoming.

The T Shirt and The Judge Aug 30, 2019

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It's probably the better choice to respect the court by respecting yourself first. The young man came before the judge freely expressing his opinion by displaying a derogatory comment on his t-shirt. The Judge is in charge of the courtroom and today the young man found out why respect is the better road to take.

Clear The Clutter Aug 28, 2019

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Positive Alternative 5 Minute Thoughts - Change things up, go on vacation, center your thoughts, focus on the now. Whatever works for you to re-energize and get back at it. The world needs you at your best and your are just the person this world needs today and everyday.

Here Comes College Aug 23, 2019

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Before I head out for a short vacation, I want to send out my annual comments about HS Seniors heading off to College. Life changes dramatically as the freedoms a young adult enjoys can to quickly become overwhelming. Parents have set the family expectations but time and distance can sometimes blur the message.

Positive Passion Aug 21, 2019

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Positive Alternatives 5 Minute Thoughts - Enjoy the Life you deserve to love. Don't wait for it to find you...Go Get It. A passionate approach to living a great life is a true Positive Alternative.

Two Strong Women Aug 16, 2019

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From great pain can come great love. In this episode we see how a mom who lost her beloved son to a drunk boater, reached out to a mom who lost the use of her legs to a drunk driver. It's a lesson that gives hope and teaches one and all that love is the best medicine.

Turn Tragedy Into Support

Tactical Texting Triumphs Aug 14, 2019

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Positive Alternatives 5 Minute Thoughts - What you say in response to a perceived slight tells more about you than in does about the other person. In this world of texting, be the cooler head.

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