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Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus

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Public Affairs program that airs on Sunday mornings.

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16:50

Who Helps the Helpers? We do! Let's Pay it Back!!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/05/03

Time for The Big Payback!! All year long, local non-profits feed, clothe, comfort and uplift our neighbors when they're in need. Now, during this annual 24-hour giving event, you and I can SUPPORT the work our local non-profits do all year! It's called The Big Payback!Find your favorite non-profit or your favorite cause, and be ready to make an online donation starting Wednesday, May 4th at 6 p.m. at www.TheBigPayback.org Local non-profits are there when you need them, now, let's be there for

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30:09

It Takes So Little to Change a Life

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/04/28

PENCIL's Mission is to help all students have an equal chance at a good education and a successful future. To do that, they need volunteers like YOU! No matter what you do, your occupation, or skill level, PENCIL can plug you in where you can help change a student's life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:09

Free Expert Advice for Healthy Trees!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/04/11

Local Arborist Rob Kraker says, "Trees are Time." If you don't take care of the trees you have now, it'll take YEARS to grow a new one. Better to learn how to care for your trees, and when to call an expert. He says many certified, licensed arborists will give you a free inspection and tell you what your trees need, and an estimate to get everything healthy.In this podcast Rob also talks about pest control and tree problems common to Nashville, and mentions a common practice that a true certified

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29:20

This Family is on a Mission to Spread the Word About...

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/03/14

For years, Mix 92.9 has supported the March of Dimes and their mission to ensure that every mom, baby and family gets an equal, healthy and safe start to life! We continue that tradition this year with Breakfast for Babies on March 17th at Big Bad Breakfast in Nashville.In this podcast, meet this year's March of Dimes Ambassador Family. The McMurry Family were already March of Dimes supporters, when their twin girls were born prematurely and they found themselves needing the services that March of

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29:57

How One Person's Passion to Help Started a Movement!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/03/08

Local woman Katie Finn has gone from passionate volunteer to the co-founder of the Nashville-based Tennessee Resettlement Aid. In this Focus episode, hear how she channels the generosity of local people into life-changing help and support for newly settled Afghan families. They've been brought to Nashville under threat of death by the Taliban for working with the United States. Now the refugees need our help, and Katie and her crew are stepping up. Hear how you can help and find out more about our

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29:27

Winter 2021 Flu Season Update from Metro Health...

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2022/01/01

You've heard of boosters for COVID-19, but Dr. Gill Wright, the director of the Metro Health Department, says you may need a booster for your FLU shot, too! Hear what's going on this flu season, how to stay safe, what other illnesses are going around, and how to treat them, safely!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:47

Winter 2021 COVID Update with Dr. Alex Jahangir

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/12/31

Dr. Alex Jahangir, the head of the Metro Coronavirus Task Force, gives us a winter 2021 update on what COVID-19 - including the Omicron variant - is doing in our community. He also talks about how well the vaccines and booster shots are working and warns about a possible heavy flu season this year! You can get more information here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:23

Hear what Happens when you "Give it To Goodwill!"

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/12/31

Every year our Goodwill of Middle Tennessee helps hundreds of people get training, get decent jobs and advance their lives!In this podcast, hear Goodwill's Debbie Grant explain the services offered, and then hear a success story from a young man whose life has been changed because of Goodwill, and YOUR support of the organization. Get more information here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:46

How to Raise Grateful Kids

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/12/10

Surveys find parents don't think their children fully appreciate what they're given. Nashville Psychologist Dr. Kathryn Sherrod says children who get a lot of 'things' feel like that's normal, and asks, "Why WOULD a child (who thinks like a child) suddenly develop adult-like wisdom and understand that not everyone lives like that?"She says there ARE ways you can help your child learn generosity and thankfulness, and explains some of those ways.She also tells us why we should allow children to feel

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30:24

Avoid Being Triggered at Holiday Gatherings!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/12/07

Getting together with friends and families is fun, but can also be stressful and emotional.In this podcast, hear Nashville Psychologist Dr. Kathryn Sherrod explain to Anna Marie some of the thought processes we can work on so we're not left exhausted and upset over something that was said to us! One of the tips includes what Dr. Sherrod calls, "Disconnecting the button". Once you figure out why that "button" exists, someone can push that "button" all they like, but you won't be triggered by it. You

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27:18

DON'T Wash Your Turkey... Hear WHY!!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/11/24

Hugh Atkins from the Metro Public Health Department shares tips that will save you and your family this Thanksgiving!! Get more info for a safe and healthy Thanksgiving here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:00

Dog Behavior Problems? You MUST Hear This!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/11/09

Dean Miller has developed a powerful and revolutionary new approach to dog training. His teaching methods begin to show results in the first few minutes. In fact, in one hour, most dog owners find they have changed their relationship with their dog for the better! In this podcast, hear how that works!In Dean's book A Dog's Way, he helps you discover how dogs think, what motivates them, and how they express their feelings. Once you understand your dog's language, you can better communicate what

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30:06

Weight Goals? Put the right stuff into your HEAD, first!

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/11/06

Just because we're heading into the holidays, doesn't mean you have to give up on your goals to eat better and feel better!Nutrition counselor Jamison Worley gives us some REAL insight about how to get the MENTAL edge on eating, and maintain a healthy weight! Check THIS out for more health and wellness information and resources!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:58

Hear What SAVED This Breast Cancer Survivor's Life...

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/10/19

During breast cancer awareness month, we're not only hearing how to detect, treat and cure cancer, but we're spotlighting survivors. Nikki Odum is one of the American Cancer Society's Faces of Hope this year. Her story is a perfect example of how you have to listen to - and trust - your own inner voice.Following through when your health care provider thinks, "it's probably nothing" but you still have concerns, can save your life, as it did hers! Find out more about the Making Strides Against Breast

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28:31

Educate Yourself About Breast Cancer BEFORE a Diagnosis

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/10/19

Many women get an education about what breast cancer is all about AFTER a diagnosis! Hear Stacie Holloway NP, Certified Breast Health Navigator at the Turner-Dugas BreastHealthCenter at Williamson Medical Center answer questions about basic breast health, including detection and treatments of cancers. Find out what to look for, what lifestyles raise or lower your breast cancer risk and some of the latest treatment options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:49

Real Men Wear Pink... for The American Cancer Society

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/10/11

Real Men Wear Pink gives men in our community a chance to make a meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer! Meet Rashed Fakhruddin, in his second round of fundraising through the Real Men Wear Pink initiative! Rashed is getting local Fitness Centers involved, as well as giving community members a chance to try out the various centers, for free or for a donation to the American Cancer Society!See the schedule and get more info about prizes involved, HERE. Also hear from Audrey Williams

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27:45

American Red Cross Under Blood Emergency

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/08/13

Middle Tennessee is under a severe shortage of blood. Sherri McKinney with the American Red Cross says that means not only elective surgeries are being postponed, but some emergencies and life-saving surgeries may be affected because there's not enough blood! Blood needs are up because of summertime traumas and emergencies, but supplies are DRASTICALLY down!The supply is down because donors are on vacation, they're staying in because of COVID-19 fears, or they don't realize they can get in and out

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29:28

Is Allergy Season LONGER this Year? Expert says, "Yes!"

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/07/15

Dr. Basil Kahwash, Assistant Professor at Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Asthma/Sinus/Allergy Program, says we are going to be dealing with more severe allergy symptoms for a longer period of time this year! He tells what to do about allergies in people and pets, speaks about the higher number of food allergies we are seeing this year, and talks about great new treatments to give relief to allergy sufferers. Dr. Kahwash says the best way to beat allergies is to educate yourself about

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30:42

July 4th Weekend Kicks Off Deadliest Days

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/07/02

We're entering what the Tennessee Highway Patrol calls the 100 Deadliest Days of the year on Tennessee roadways. Summertime means more cars on the road, more distracted, speeding, and aggressive drivers and more traffic deaths! In this podcast hear THP Lieutenant Bill Miller tell what to do to stay safe, how to act if you encounter an aggressive or road-raging driver, and the special THP number to dial if you need urgent help! Find out how we're doing on the roadways, who's more likely to be an

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29:19

Summertime + Spiked Drugs = Crisis Conditions for...

Anna Marie"s Sunday Focus ·

2021/07/02

Overdose Deaths surged during the Pandemic, and now, health officials are expecting an annual summertime surge in drug use. Hear Trevor Henderson and Josh Love from the Metro HealthDepartment explain why the situation is so dire, and how Metro Nashville is fighting the Opioid Crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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