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Satellite Sisters 091316: Ryan Lochte; Bridget Jones; North Korea & College Drop-off Sep 13, 2016

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Tuesday podcast with Lian Dolan and Julie Dolan. Breaking news from the set of Dancing with the Stars. Why is Gov. Rick Perry doing the rumba? Why would anyone bother to protest Ryan Lochte ? And why bother with this season when Laurie Hernandez is gunning for the Mirror Ball? Plus: The Bitter Business Bureau The Story of BioTech Wunderkind Elizabeth Holmes and her fall from grace. Read the story here in Vanity Fair: http://www.vanityfair.com/news/2016/09/elizabeth-holmes-theranos-exclusive Why Do We love Tomato Juice on Airplanes. Yup, it's the altitude and something else. http://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-engber-tomato-juice-airplanes-20160911-snap-story.html Health News: Busy Brains, Hungry Tummy North Korea: While other people are monitoring Ryan Lochte, Julie has her eyes on North Korea's Nukes I Don't Want To See Bridget Jones Have A Baby. Ever. Even Colin Firth's Lian defends BJ, forever single. The Bathrobe arrived! It's a hit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Gretchen Carlson, Empty Nest, Fall Fashion Trends Sep 06, 2016

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On today's Satellite Sisters podcast. Julie, Liz and Lian tackle: Two awards for Gretchen Carlson on her $20 million settlement from Fox News. Gretchen, you are our #staynoisy sister of the week. Also, Best Use of An I-Phone for secretly taping the illegal and vile things Roger Ailes said to you. How Not To Get A Meeting With the President of the United States: Speaking of vile things, Julie has a review of the vile things so-called diplomats have said to each other lately. President Duterte of Philippines, welcome to the list. Philae Lander, We Hardly Knew Ye: Well, the finally found a photo of where that Philae lander ended up on the comment. In a dark ditch after bouncing twice. It makes us :( Speaking of space, get out your lightsabers! Lian saw John Williams conduct the score from Stars Wars with the LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl this weekend. Loved it. Next up for Lian Dolan this month is a college drop-off for her freshman son. The shopping starts now. There's a bathrobe debate happening, among other things. On the Satellite Sisters Facebook Group, listener Kathleen posted asking for advice for her son starting his senior year in high school. Lian recommends the parenting website Grown and Flown and thanks all the members of the Satellite Sisterhood who posted their own suggestions. Julie recommends Maria Shriver's website for some empty nest insights as well as thoughts on Mother Theresa and unconditional love from the book A Gift of Love by Tony Cointreau. From the Wall Street Journal, Liz brings us a sad story of older women getting exploited by scammers in online dating services. Victims lost more than $120 million to "romance scams" in the first six months of 2016. What? As if online dating wasn't bad enough. Media Round-Up: Julie saw "The Light between Two Oceans" which she describes as a slow satisfying cinematic sobfest. Lian recommends Delia Ephron's book Siracusa and Mike Virbiglia's movie Don't Think Twice. She cannot, however, get on board with the much beloved Gilmore Girls. We guess she's just too late to that party. Lian makes a shopping breakthrough. She was stalked by a Steve Madden bag online and managed to actually buy it here! She's also got the scoop on fall fashion trends from Real Simple Magazine, most of which the Satellite Sisters will not be wearing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Sheila on the Cozy Couch: Eat This and Feel Happy Sep 04, 2016

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On today's Satellite Sisters, Lian, Sheila, Monica and Julie get together for an end of summer recap, including Sheila's Summer of Love. This is a New To You show from September 10, 2008. Sheila tells us about her date with Brad Garrett (see audition tape here) and her story at The Moth. Plus, this episode ends with a very special Cozy Couch. Sheila has a story from Woman's World called Eat This + Feel Happy. Plus Smart New Ways To Use Baby Oil! Can't beat that, can you? In between, Monica has a awesome Believe It Or Not game for the sisters, Lian is happy Beverly Hills 90210 is back plus has a news story from GMA about Munchausen-At-Work Syndrome. She suggests that you just imagine Steve Carrell in The Office to get the picture. Julie also has a point of view on something called The Amethyst Initiative, a move by college presidents to lower the drinking age on campus. For the complete Satellite Sisters audio archive, go to http://www.satellitesisters.com/listen-to-the-shows. Also subscribe to Satellite Sisters at iTunes or Stitcher and leave us a review when you can. Thanks, sisters! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Emmy Voting, Patty Hearst and Hammocking Aug 30, 2016

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On today's Satellite Sisters, Liz and Julie tackle: The sad news about Gene Wilder. Here's the announcement his family sent out that explains why he did not tell the world he had Alzheimers and here's where you can watch James Corden's lovely story about meeting Wilder backstage on Broadway. The equally sad news, but in a different way, about Huma Abedin and Anthony Weiner. Huma, your Satellite Sisters are rooting for you. Emmy voting! Liz is an Emmy voter and discovered a whole new category of content this year as she was completing her voting. Have you checked out the overlooked Emmy category of Outstanding Short Form Variety Series? Liz recommends you check out: Epic Rap Battles of History on YouTube, Gay of Thrones from FunnyorDie.com, Honest Trailers on YouTube, Making A Scene with James franco from AOL and Park Bench with Steve Buscemi on AOL. Julie's Picks and Pans: Julie recommends one movie Hell or High Water and one book American Heiress. Having seen the trailer, she's not so keen on that new Meryl Streep movie. We love you, Meryl, but we are not going to see Florence Foster Jenkins. Sorry, sister. Liz brings us a trend: Hammocking. It's all the rage. Want to know how to sleep in a tree? Liz explains how. And of course we end with dogs. What are they thinking? And why can't they just tell us? Here's the latest science on dogs. Thanks for listening to Satellite Sisters. Subscribe at iTunes or Stitcher to always get our new shows. You can also use our searchable audio archive at www.satellitesisters.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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New To You: The Mystery of Julie, The Slobbery Ball and The Stranger Aug 28, 2016

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ONE OF OUR MOST REQUESTED SATELLITE SISTERS PODCASTS EVER: A NEW TO YOU SHOW FROM AUGUST 8, 2008. We've never solved this mystery of Julie, the stranger and Zorro's slobbery tennis ball. Lian, Monica and Sheila can't believe Julie was so trusting with a odd request. What started as a "sticky situation" became a potentially dark tale for intrigue and germs. Listen and tell us what you think was actually happening. Post your theories on our Satellite Sisters Facebook Group. Monica has questions about online reading. Does it have the same effect as reading a book or magazine? Julie recommends a new play based on Little House on the Prairie that's on stage in Minnesota. Lian has some new TV habits. Her household has become a Nick At Night household. Science with Sheila! Sheila has a list of the 10 things not to worry about on vacation from science writer John Tierney of Thew New York Times. Killer hot dogs, shark attacks, unmarked wormholes. Plus big entertainment news from Sheila: She's been cast in a reality show. She's Dating Brad Garrett? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Julie Fights Off A Bee Aug 23, 2016

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On today's Satellite Sisters, Julie shares a cautionary tale of organic cherry tomatoes, benign salad-making and an unexpected attack by a killer bee. Plus FISH FRAUD. What is this world coming to??? Liz is feeling the post-Olympic blues. Katie? Allyson?? Simone??? What are YOU doing today? Special thanks to NBC for deleting Ryan Lochte from every single video highlight reel. Quick work! Julie thinks Ryan should get advice form Tyra Banks so that she will be teaching Project You about branding yourself at Stanford Business School. Liz thinks he might get more useful perspective from from Tonya Harding. It's college drop-off season so we have many comments and some advice from the Satellite Sisters Facebook Group about how to survive this potentially wrenching transition. More advice to offer, post it there! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @SatSisters. Subscribe to our show on iTunes and Stitcher. While you are there, rate us and review us. Thanks, sisters! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Satellite Sisters Home From Rio Aug 21, 2016

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On today's show, Liz and Lian are home from Rio with a complete Olympic report. But first, you aren't going to believe Julie's adventure (or misadventure?) with Barbra Streisand in Brooklyn. Urban Nana hits the Barclay Center. Lian shares the Satellite Sisters Keys to Success in Rio. Sports cliches are not just for athletes, people! We've got focus. We overcame adversity. We ran our race. We don't have a medal to show for it, but we got awesome stamps in our passports and didn't run into a single mosquito. Read Lian's complete post-Rio Random thoughts here. On the podcast, we talk about our big nights with Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Jenny Simpson, Maya DiRado, Michelle Carter, Lily King, Brazil soccer, Simone Manuel. We were at the Aquatics Center, the Estadio Olympic, Maracana and USA House. Lian's husband even had his own moment with Ryan Lochte. Much like Ryan, Liz has an apology she would like to make to a community she may have offended. Lian awards her own gold medals. We also have a few lingering questions for our friends in Brazil. But most of all, we want to say thank you to the Olympians, the families and coaches of Olympians and our hosts in Brazil who gave is beautiful, memorable sporting competitions on one of the world's most beautiful cities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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SS080916: Satellite Sisters go to Rio Olympics Aug 09, 2016

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Today on Satellite Sisters, Liz Dolan and Lian Dolan fill you (and Julie) in our our trip to Rio for the 2016 Olympic Games. We leave in the morning with our flags, close-toed shoes, DSEET and enthusiasm for all things Olympic and all things Brazilian. We are set to be part of the Rio Games and make our mark on Copacabana Beach with Team USA and Ryan Seacrest. Before the Olympics, Lian goes to the dentist for her usual pre-travle root canal. hear what happens next. Olympic Schedule: Olympic Packing: our strategies for 8 days and one carry-on Where will be: in the Barra Zone! near the Olympic Golf Course What we're seeing: Swimming, Track & Field, Beach Volleyball, Women's Soccer-- we're in! What else should we take in? Opening Ceremonies: We loved it! Women in Rio-- Killing it! we love watching women from all over the world do their thang! Plus, a defense of Dan Hicks, a top announcer who is getting hammered. Plus, Bamboo Keyhole, Booing Athletes and Eating Sushi. Follow us on Twitter: @satsisters See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Satellite Sisters Pre-Olympic Pre-Special Special Aug 04, 2016

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Here's a special New To You show from August 12, 2012: Our complete London Olympics recap including our Rio 2016 goals! This show is Monica, Julie and Liz. Don't forget to go to www.satellitesisters.com and read all of Lian's Random Thoughts essays on previous Olympics. Just go to the site and search on Random Thoughts or Olympics to get the whole archive. Here are our notes from the 2012 show: Monica has a complete rundown of her favorite Olympic moments and people. We know those sprint relays are always amazing but who knew platform diving could be so emotional? What are we going to do now that the Games are over? Get ready for Rio 2016. Julie recommends that EVERYONE watch USA Swimming's cover of Call Me Maybe if you are feeling a little post-Olympic letdown. And Liz exhorts the whole Satellite Sisterhood to take up trampoline. Let's all make the team for Brazil 2016! #Rio2016 Random Thoughts from Lian Dolan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Satellite Sisters Plea for Election Civility Aug 02, 2016

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On today's Satellite Sisters, Liz Dolan and Julie Dolan make a plea for civility online in all things election-related. Comments bring out the worst in people, so we are asking you to think twice before lashing out. Far be it from us to ask you not to express yourself, but start by asking yourself this one question: Has your mind ever been changed by what someone posted in your Facebook feed? No? Exactly. So express yourselves freely but no need to be uncivil. Okay, people?? Julie also speaks out on behalf of the potential First Ladies one more time. It won't be the last. We are very excited about the upcoming Olympic Games! Lian and Liz will be attending #Rio2016 starting next week but first we have some comments on the Opening Ceremonies outfits for the USA, the best Olympic sibling story ever and Nastia Liukins beauty tips for the Games. Can we avoid wedgie picks? Will our fingernails be expressive enough? And what's our lucky charm? Why should we care about doping at the Olympics? Read this fascinating story about Olympic swimmer Shirley Babashoff who was cheated out of Olympic gold medals by East German women at the Montreal Games in 1976. Julie and Liz discuss how it changed her life forever. Yesterday was Equestrian Day at Nana Camp in Steamboat Springs, CO. Julie had a slight saddle situation. It sound like a cartoon but she survived it. On cultural front, we tackle the new Jason Bourne movie and how it compares to the earlier versions, the new production of CATS on Broadway and Harry Potter hits the West End in London. Listen to our show this Tuesday August 9 because Lian Dolan will be back for our complete Olympic kick-off show. This is the day before Liz and Lian leave for #Rio2016 so we'll lay out the complete plan. It's a good time to subscribe. Lian and Liz will be covering the Olympics via social media so make sure you join the Satellite Sisters Facebook Group and follow us @satsisters on Twitter and Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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