Podcast

Clothing (MM #4936)

You get up in the morning, go to your closet, and you pull something out to wear. Most don’t think much about it. The only time you go shopping is when you have to. This may seem like the norm for many of us, but it’s not. Most people, including myself, have more clothing than…

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Traffic Calming (MM #4935)

As Nashville continues to grow, we struggle with road congestion like many big cities. On our November ballot is an initiative to raise the sales tax to provide dedicated funding for sidewalks, traffic signals, and an improved bus network. People have been cutting through neighborhoods for the last few years to avoid tie-ups. The city…

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Shots (MM #4934)

With the season turning to Fall, some doctors say it’s time to get your flu shots. And while you’re at it, you should also get the latest COVID-19 vaccine. For some, doctors also recommend getting the vaccine for RSV. Some people ignore the advice and avoid the vaccines. For me, I don’t want to risk…

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The Box (MM #4933)

Amazon made a big announcement recently. They told office workers that hybrid working and work-from-home initiatives are ending. Beginning in January, workers must be in the office five days a week. Experts say this is a big mistake. The pandemic changed our world forever. Everyone is revisiting their work-life balance. Many feel the box has…

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Bad Movies (MM #4932)

I’m amazed at how many bad movies get made every year. I realize the word bad is subjective, but the number of films produced yearly is staggering. Now, I’m not talking about the big movies that make lots of money at the box office; these are the ones you only find on streaming services. Back…

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Before You Dig (MM #4931)

For years, you’ve been told to call before you dig. Anytime you have a project where you have to dig a hole on your property, you’re told to call 811 so the utility companies can mark the places you need to avoid. The last thing you want to do is hit a gas line or…

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Flat Tire (MM #4930)

I got a flat tire as we were heading back to Nashville last weekend. Fortunately, I had run flat on my car, so we were able to get home safely. With all of the construction throughout Nashville, I’m surprised I don’t have tire issues more often. Flat tires are always a hassle, but at least…

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Chapter 11 (MM #4929)

Rumored for months, it finally happened this week. Legendary storage container company Tupperware filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Famous for their at-home parties, Tupperware has struggled for years. As the world changed and everyone started shopping at big box stores, Tupperware held out, refusing to change. They reached their peak in the 1960s. However, women…

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Superbugs (MM #4928)

Years ago, I contracted a staph infection in my eye. And the one thing I learned from my doctor was that they had to guess the type of infection to create the antibiotics to treat it. I got lucky, and they cured the infection and saved my eye. My doctor explained how these viruses happen…

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Brain Cancer (MM #4927)

For decades, people have claimed that radiation from cell phones could cause brain cancer. Because the technology is constantly evolving and still relatively new, there was no definitive answer to determine whether we should be concerned. Over the last 30 years, researchers have conducted over 5,000 studies to come up with a definitive answer. The…

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