The Janice Dean Podcast

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Travel To The Path Of Totality Apr 08, 2024

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People across the country are traveling to the path of totality for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to fully view today's solar eclipse. Janice is joined by Founder and CEO of CharterUP Armir Harris to discuss the surge in eclipse-related travel trends. Armir explains why people are turning to his charter bus company for a very special viewing of the total solar eclipse.

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An Extra-Exciting Solar Eclipse Apr 07, 2024

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Get ready for this exciting "solar-bration!"

Janice is joined by planetary scientist and professor at Purdue University Dr. Ali Bramson for a look at the science behind the upcoming total solar eclipse. Dr. Bramson lays out what listeners can expect from the eclipse and explains why it's such an incredibly rare event.

Later, Dr. Bramson warns why it's so important to avoid looking directly at the eclipse!

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Standing Up For Women's Sports Apr 01, 2024

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Janice is joined by Founder and CEO of XX-XY Athletics Jennifer Sey for a conversation about her new clothing line.

Jennifer discusses her history of advocacy, from challenging lockdowns during the Covid-19 pandemic to protecting child athletes from abuse. She explains why she created her new athletic line to defend women's sports and the powerful impact she hopes it will have on the industry.

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Advocating For Your Health Mar 31, 2024

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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and with cases on the rise, one survivor is raising awareness about the disease.

Janice is joined by 15-year colorectal cancer survivor Phuong Gallagher to discuss her experience with battling a stage IV cancer diagnosis and how she had to advocate for her health. She informs listeners of what warning signs and symptoms they should watch out for and emphasizes the importance of normalizing the conversation about cancer.

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Creating A Path Forward After The Pandemic Mar 25, 2024

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This New York politician is making sure that the fight for truth following the COVID-19 pandemic is a bipartisan effort.

New York Assemblymember Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas (D-34) joins Janice to explain why she's pushing for legislation to review the state's response to the pandemic. They also discuss the value of bipartisan support on issues that know no party line.

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Preventing Another Pandemic Mar 24, 2024

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March 25th marks the 4th anniversary of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's order directing nursing homes to admit Covid-positive patients.

Janice is joined by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) and Chairman of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) for a conversation about the ongoing New York nursing home investigation and the fatal “must-admit” policy. They look back on the mistakes made during the pandemic and discuss how we can prepare for the future to prevent another pandemic.

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Teaching A New Pup Old Tricks Mar 18, 2024

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It's been said you can't teach an old dog new tricks...but what about puppies

Janice is joined by celebrity dog trainer Tom Davis for a conversation about the best ways to communicate with your dog. Tom discusses his background and his 'No Bad Dogs' approach to training.

Plus, he gives a word of advice to President Biden's dog, Commander.

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A Grammy Award-Winner Makes The Dean's List Mar 17, 2024

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And the Grammy Award goes to...

Annandale High School Performing Arts Chair and Orchestra Director Annie Ray joins Janice for a conversation about her “Music Educator of the Year” Grammy win! Annie explains the power music has in connecting her students from all backgrounds and shares why she's so passionate about extending the arts to all children.

Later, she discusses some of her star-studded highlights from the Grammy ceremony.

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“America's Cobbler” Makes The Dean's List Mar 11, 2024

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When it comes to shoes, this cobbler knows a thing or two.

Janice is joined by the owner of McFarland's Shoe Repair, Jim McFarland for a conversation about how he became a social media sensation. Jim shares how cobbling is a generational trait within his heritage and provides an inside look into what goes into shoe repair.

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Marathoning For A Cure Mar 10, 2024

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Angela Tortorice has run almost 1200 marathons throughout her life and plans on running many more.

Janice speaks with record-setting marathon runner Angela Tortorice about finding motivation and maintaining discipline with a healthy and active routine. She shares her journey to becoming a marathon runner, and why she runs to find a cure for multiple sclerosis.

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