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The Megan Waldrep Podcast

The Megan Waldrep Podcast is a space to slow down, take a breath, and create a spiritual life that works for you. Hosted by Megan Waldrep, this podcast is rooted in one simple idea: BYOB—Bring Your Own Beliefs. There’s no right way here. No rules to follow. Just curiosity, honesty, and space to explore what feels true for you. Each episode blends real, open conversations with spiritual ideas that inspire, along with simple practices like breathwork and energy awareness to help clear your mind,

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26:55

16 Yr. Old Cody Pratt on What It Means to be a 4th...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/03/13

I was super impressed by Cody even before our interview. After searching his Instagram account @easytigerfishing, I was blown away by not only his passion for this career, but also how he handles comments from those who may have a negative attitude towards fishermen. I definitely took notes! In this episode, we learn: Cody's beginnings in commercial fishing, how he balances school and fishing, and what his peers think of his occupation. The lessons he's learned from his grandfather on how to be a

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52:07

Biggest Health Insurance Questions Answered w Agent...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/03/06

What feeling do you get when you hear the word, "Health Insurance?" For some of us, it's positive. For others, it feels like an overwhelming task. In this episode, I speak with our personal health insurance agent, Andy Hester of Insurance Solutions NC, to answer and all questions regarding plans and how to make them work for us as commercial fishing families! Andy explains the basics of health insurance, including its role as a financial protection mechanism, the factors that determine the cost, and

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01:25:44

Mental Health Specialist Kate Kripke on Partnerships,...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/02/28

Maternal Mental Health Specialist Kate Kripke was our very first episode on the podcast, so this is a beautiful full-circle moment to have you on at the beginning of 2024! In this episode, we learn about Kate's "3 C's:" Curiousity Compassion Choice And how to apply them to our partnerships, parenting, and ourselves. You'll enjoy this one as I get vulnerable as Kate walks me through moments of what it's like to reunite with your fisherman after a long season and how to mentally overcome stresses of

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01:08:58

Author Donna Parker on the Writing Process, Fishing...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/02/21

Donna's book, DEATH IN DUTCH HARBOR, is a "whodunnit" crime mystery now available on Amazon. In this episode, we talk about the writing process, her time as a journalist turned commercial fisherman in Alaska, surviving a sinking vessel (really!), and tips for POCFs that she found helpful during her husband's career as a fisherman. She also gives insights into how they made this lifestyle work through the unique way they supported each other's careers and dreams. Find out more about Donna and her

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36:05

How POCFs Handle Long Separations from Their...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/02/14

A recent newsletter sent to our POCF community sparked some feelings for our readers and some from me, too. In this episode, I dive into the kinds of emotions you can have when your fisherman leaves (from sad to elation), why it's normal, and why it's imperative for our sanity. EXCLUSIVE OFFERS FOR POCFS! > [FREE] Grab the FREE Budget Guide: Wealth building, income tracking, organizing expenses, and growing investments for Commercial Fishing Couples to Thrive!

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33:12

Thousands of Crab Gear Replaced + $100K Raised in...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/02/07

When all was lost - ALL WAS NOT LOST! Here's how crab fishermen and West Coast communities rallied to replace up to 8,000 crap pot and raise over $114K in six days caused by the fire that swept Ilwaco Landing in Washington. Today's episode is with Taunette Dixson of the Newport Fishermen's Wives, giving us the back story on how they made this dream happen, mere days before the opener. Stories like this are what make our community so incredible. Hope you enjoy it! Resources from Episode: Newport

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47:42

The Emergency Kit You Didn't Know You Need Aboard w/...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/01/31

Overall wellness comes in many forms, and being prepared for an opioid overdose can help save a life and protect everyone on board! Denise Damewood is a public health nurse in Sitka and created Project Gabe in honor of her stepson, Gabe Johnston, who passed away from an opioid overdose in January 2022. Project Gabe is a resource for harm reduction that provides opioid misuse awareness, education, and recovery tools. In this episode, Denise provides information on the use and limitations of opioid

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22:30

I Tried the Energy Protection Trick & It Worked!...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/01/24

I share a personal story of how I used energy and breathwork tips this weekend and how it instantly worked when I faced an awkward confrontation, and how it relates to our lifestyle in commercial fishing. Show Notes: Learn breathwork and energy healing on last week's podcast w Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Master, and Somatic Coach Brenda Winkle : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/partners-of-commercial-fishermen/id1689251577?i=1000641932815 OFFERS MENTIONED IN EPISODE: [FREE] Grab the FREE

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42:08

How-To Instantly Find Calm & Protect Your Energy with...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/01/17

Did you know Maine Lobstermen have adapted breathwork practices to help regulate stress? This episode is filled with calm and comfort for our mental wellness and emotional stability for the new year! I’m so honored to introduce Brenda Winkle, a certified advanced trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, somatic coach, and trauma-informed Reiki Master, into our community. Brenda shares with us the power of breathwork and the EASIEST breath pattern to calm the nervous system in seconds. It’s magic,

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36:19

Why I Did Therapy + Takeaways to Handle Anxiety In...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/01/10

Happy 2024! I’m excited to start our year off with the theme “Independence within a Strong Partnership.” The first place to start is supporting yourself so you can support others you love most. We can all benefit from learning some tools to help through challenging times, and at Partners of Commercial Fishermen, we’re here to do it together. Here are some helpful therapy takeaways for anxiety that we dive into in this episode: Thought Stopping = visualize a big red stop sign in your mind to

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31:45

Part 3: How to Stay Sober w/ POCF Monique Coombs of...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/12/27

In this episode, Monique shares her journey to sobriety, her initiative "How to Stay Sober,” and the conscious choices she made that positively impacted her life. We also discuss the support available for those seeking to become sober or the sober curious. Resources from the episode: How to Stay Sober: https://www.aragostamama.com/how-to-stay-sober Visit Monique's blog: https://www.aragostamama.com/blog/2023/10/23/recommended-reading @AragostaMama on Instagram:

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47:51

Part 2: Unintoxicated and Uncomplicated: How to Make...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/12/20

Part 2 of the Dry December Series, Unintoxicated and Uncomplicated: How to Make "Sober Curious" A Lifestyle Choice with Jessa Frances Jessa is an alcohol-free beverage consultant, and in this episode, we touch on: Her journey to sobriety The Differences in “good for you” neurotropic, adaptogenic, and CBD drinks. Substituting normal drinking habits with all the healthy alternatives out there. Keep the conversation going with Jessa on Instagram @untoxicated.world, her website

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29:35

Dry December Series Part 1: My Sober Story + 6 Tips...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/12/13

I decided December was a great time to introduce this series on sobriety (why wait until "dry January?"). This is the first part of the three-part series. The first episode features my sober story and six tips that helped me quit drinking, the second episode is an interview with a Non-Alcoholic beverage consultant Jessa Frances, and the third is the sober story of POCF Monique Coombs of the Maine Coast Fishermen's Association and her social media initiative, How To Stay Sober. No matter if you’re

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25:58

Recap: Women in Commercial Fishing Panel & Pacific...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/12/06

Today we're discussing the Women in Commercial Fishing Panel highlighting the POCF Community hosted by Julie Kuchepatov of Seafood Gender Equality. I'm also giving a full review of the highlights from the Pacific Marine Expo 2023 that may inspire you for the new year. Episode Resources: Project Gabe - Addressing onboard Opioid Overdose and Narcan support. Marine Advisory Program Agent for Alaska Sea Grant Coast Guard Tips APP (to report sexual misconduct, abuse, and more): CGIS Tips, a

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34:21

Best Fishing Boots Ever? A Chat with Tahma Boots...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/11/29

(Not Sponsored): It took Bill Combs, founder of Tama Boots, twelve years to perfect the sole for a slip-resistant boot that passes military approval. In this episode, we discuss his journey from founding Bogs Boots, to designing products for retailers and emphasizing the importance of pushing the boundaries to create groundbreaking footwear for commercial fishermen. Bill discusses the in-depth development process, which took over a decade due to constant testing and redesigning. He also discusses

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16:30

Fishermen's Wives: Coping with an Extraordinary...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/11/22

Today is a reading from a study done in 1978 of New England POCFs called "Fishermen's Wives: Coping with an Extraordinary Occupation." I wanted to share this with you because it COMPLETELY VALIDATES our existence and the service of partners of commercial fishermen worldwide! KEY POINTS: How forced independence of our lifestyle benefits us in the long run. The key to a fishermen's success in the industry. The specific reason why POCFs are so important to the industry. RESOURCES: [Pre-Order] WE

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Perfect Gift Ideas for Commercial Fishermen

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/11/15

Don't know what to get a fisherman? You're not alone! In this episode, I share the top gift ideas voted on by the partners of the commercial fishermen community. The link below will take you to the list, including the number one gift NOT to get a fisherman and why. Happy Holidays, y'all! meganwaldrep.com/commercial-fishermen-gifts RESOURCES Just for POCFs [Order] WE NOW HAVE GEAR! We recently got a new logo, and we are STOKED to represent our crew! Show your POCF pride by rockin’ our new T’s and

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57:11

Fisherman Author Terry Evers & POCF D'Ann on 36 years...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/11/08

This is a groundbreaking episode because it is our first interview with a fishing couple! Author Terry Evers reached out to be on the podcast to talk about his memoir Fifteen Seasons, and when he mentioned he’d been married to his wife, D’Ann, for 36 years, I was even more thrilled to have him on. Today, Terry is joined by his POCF D’Ann, and they discuss 36 years of marriage, his book, Fifteen Seasons, a memoir about the bond of a fisherman and son and a vibrant Oregon fishing community, and what

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55-Year-Old POCF Shares Her Relationship Fears w A...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/11/01

Today, I’m sharing a personal email I received from a 55-year-old POCF whose sparse communication with her commercial fisherman is triggering past unhealthy relationships. I also share how I was able to overcome some of my own insecurities and my recommended tools for each transition. If you find this relatable, be sure to check out our recommended resources to support your journey as a POCF, like the private online forum where you have access to POCFs worldwide and a growing bank of events,

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16:18

What Helped Me Stay Present & Maximize QT When My...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2023/10/25

This episode explores simple things that made life easier to maximize quality time when I learned my fisherman was visiting from California for a surprise three-day weekend home in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our Instagram community voted on this subject in a recent Story, and I’m passing it along in case it may help you, too! Inside, we discuss: How to nurture a smooth transition home. Best foods and snacks to have on hand. Ways for healthy communication Resources: How to Send a Care

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