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The Victory Couch

Julie and Rick Rando

The Victory Couch addresses high & lows of daily living from two different perspectives. Join a uniquely matched couple reliving their work days, parenthood & side projects with faith, realism, humor, & authenticity. Rick Rando (speaker, black belt, father, husband) & Julie Rando (former higher ed professional, photographer, wife, mother) welcome you into their world with a mission to provide a safe landing space for listeners. Come alongside this inspirational & vibrant journey

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Episode 21 – about Halloween candy, balancing work...

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2022/10/27

Today we share about the best Halloween candy, discuss why playing instruments and reading as adults is way better than as a kid, share some advice on balancing work and home life, cozy up with meals that remind us of home, and shine some light on the incredible human that is Alphonso Mayo. Show notes: Dude Perfect https://dudeperfect.com/ Ty’s Top 10 Candy List Ever https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG61CapseLU Swedish Fish, Milk Duds, PayDay, Sour Skittles, Fruit Stripe Gum, SweeTarts Ropes, Caramel

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Episode 20 – about having vs. getting to go to work,...

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2022/10/20

From deep discussions about approaching the work day, to advice on raising those little ones, to more thoughts on leadership, our very different “perfect” weekends, and flashbacks to 1992--- we’ll have you thinking, reflecting, and laughing on this one. Grab a cushion and squish in! You are welcome here. Show notes: On the tens, Rachel or Monica (Friends reference) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108778/, M&M Bake Shop https://www.facebook.com/MM-Bake-Shop-682312638478495/, Lorenzo’s (Frostburg,

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Episode 19 – about the number nineteen, what we’re...

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2022/10/13

Lucky number nineteen (for 50% of us) is an episode unlike any other. We go from talking about the perfect way (again, for 50% of us) to eat M&Ms, to death, grief, and keeping the memory of loved ones alive. Also, find out what we’re liking, and which store we would each select to spend unlimited amounts of money in for just one day. Show notes: What does the number nineteen mean to you? Kelly Clarkson https://kellyclarkson.com/kellyoke/ The Kelly Clarkson Show

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Episode 18 – about 90s movies, game shows, and...

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2022/10/06

Episode 18 – about 90s movies, game shows, and handling disappointment Did you think we were finished diving into childhood nostalgia? As if! Join us for our eighteenth episode as we share our thoughts about popular 90s movies, discuss what game show we would want to be on, and bring up the ways we handle disappointment. Show notes: If you had to pick one game show to be on what would it be? Family Feud https://www.familyfeud.com/, Jeopardy https://www.jeopardy.com/, Press Your Luck

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00:57:26

Episode 17 - about multi-generational friendships,...

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2022/09/29

This one takes an unexpected emotional turn discussing heroes specific to us and the blessing of multi-generational friendship. We find out who reigned as regional champions in the 80s at the Hagerstown Mummers’ Parade, reflect on Halloween costumes of the past, talk about pets and dig up some memories about a friend’s pet piranha named Meatball. Show notes: Sides of the couch, unity and listeners Do you have a memory of a favorite childhood Halloween costume of your own and/or is there a Halloween

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Episode 16 -about family road trips, being a fun but...

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2022/09/22

Break out your Mad Libs! In this episode, we take a journey back to our childhood conversion van and head down I-95, reflecting on what it was like to travel in the 80s and 90s and what is different for our kids today. We discuss being a fun parent vs. being a respected parent….can those two co-exist? From gymnastics to hockey, coleslaw to sushi, we share what we have tried to like but simply don’t-- and handle the tough question of how do you remain kind and generous to those who aren’t. Show

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00:47:43

Episode 15 – about combating negativity, supporting...

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2022/09/15

This episode has us using our fighting words-- words to combat negativity that is. We dive deep into what it looks like to support our kids in activities we know nothing or very little about, love on teachers some more (we just can’t help it), share which one of us has a longing to learn violin, and discover a life lesson or two from a biker bar. Show notes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook, victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.com How do you support your kid

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00:38:52

Episode 14 – about fall, working in higher ed, &...

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2022/09/08

We fall into this episode with life lessons learned the hard way, what makes it truly begin to feel like autumn (Rick’s most beloved season of all), discuss working in higher ed, and gush over our favorite musicians you may not know. Get ready to jump into September TV premieres, sip on your favorite fall beverage, reflect on life choices, and follow some new awesome musicians on Instagram after this episode of The Victory Couch. You are welcome here. Show notes: Reviews welcome In your life what

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Episode 13 – about Sensodyne toothpaste, first time...

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2022/09/01

In this episode we share about devastating discontinued products, what advice we would give to first time home owners, reflect on what we have that money can’t buy, and discuss what constitutes a great friend. Send this one to your great friends and those who may be bummed about the lack on Sensodyne Cool Gel toothpaste on the shelves at your local drug store. Show notes: Reviews welcome & thanks for the reviews What advice might you give to a new, first time home owner? Tiger tool for wallpaper

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Episode 12 - about cereal, decision making, & the...

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2022/08/25

Grab a spoon and bring your appetite as we dive deep into our top three foods (if we could only have three for life), and share our favorite cereals of all time. Join us as we discuss our decision making process when invited to multiple events, offer up our favorite little things the other person does for us, and as always, share our couch crumbs and prop your feet up moments of the week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thevictorycouch/message

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Episode 11 — about school subjects and traditions...

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2022/08/18

In this episode we reflect on which school subjects we most value and apply in our life as adults. We discuss what each of us don’t mind spending money on now that we wouldn’t years ago. Quick responses are shared answering who we would like to play us in a story about our life, and we list which family traditions matter to us most. Show notes: Sharing feedback from listeners, Back to school, Which school subject was the most impactful to prepare you for life as an adult? Where the Sidewalk Ends,

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Episode 10 - about wedding day advice, Disney movies,...

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2022/08/11

This first double-digit episode is celebrated with a new segment, rapid-fire style called “on the tens.” We discuss fame, wedding day advice, spend a considerable amount of time (well, Julie does) gushing over the top 3 Disney movies of all time, and reflect on ultimate acts of kindness we’ve received. Show notes: Fandom names (The Victory Couch Potatoes, Third Cushion Club, The Ottomans), Scott & Ashley shout out, On the tens (new rapid-fire segment for every 10 episodes), King of Queens

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Episode 9 - about fantasy dinner parties, making...

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2022/08/04

This episode begins with a somber thought, "what might it be like to have a conversation with relatives you didn't get to meet?" We then focus more on the light hearted moments of celebrity dinner parties, how tricky it can be to make (and keep) friends as adults, and we share some of our scariest life moments. We also give an outpouring of love to some of the people who make this world go round. PLUS Rick's seriously awesome reward system we would love to see happen for teachers who taught during

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Episode 8 - about hobbies, childhood rules we break...

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2022/07/28

In this episode we discuss hobbies we’ve kept or tried as adults, what we would do with extra time, jump feet first on the couch reliving childhood family rules we intentionally break as adults, and air out our personal pet peeves. (Plus a special announcement from Rick you won’t want to miss.) Show notes: Volleyball Golf Basketball Woodworking Connect 4 https://www.amazon.com/Hasbro-A5640-Connect-4-Game/dp/B00D8STBHY Hockley Kali System

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Episode 7 - about productivity, why we still date, &...

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2022/07/21

We discuss our most productive time of day, why we still date, what it actually means to be grown-up, and select one solidary TV channel we would accept being stuck with for life. Show notes: Breezy Friends reference https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEwfSZfz7pw Favorite time of day to be productive Office 365 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365 Teen Titans Go! https://www.cartoonnetwork.com/video/teen-titans-go/index.html Craig of the Creek

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Episode 6 - about summertime, business talk,...

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2022/07/14

Feelings about summer, the business world, why Old Bay is king, which salad dressing we’ve both never tried, the secret summer menu item at Chick-fil-A, and why the Pearsons hold a special place in our hearts are all discussed on episode six. Show notes: favorite summer activities Slip n’ slide Alexa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Alexa S’mores Summer fruits fresh cut grass outdoor movies Tombstone https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108358/ Back to the Future

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Episode 5 – about preparedness, raising preteen boys,...

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2022/07/07

After tackling the classic deserted island question, we discuss the challenges faced raising a preteen boy, flash back to early childhood memories, and discuss for the first time, how, when, and why we practice silence. Show notes: The classic deserted island question Lost TV Series https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0411008/ MacGyver https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088559/ Gilligan’s Island https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0057751/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Starter jacket

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Episode 4- about 80s TV shows, summertime jams, &...

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2022/06/30

In this episode we wander down the rabbit hole of nostalgic childhood TV shows, discuss summertime jams and what we would say to our younger selves. Show notes: American Girl Book- Corinne https://www.americangirl.com/products/corinne-book-1-hgp56 Teen Titans Go https://www.cartoonnetworkme.com/show/teen-titans-go Mr. Belvedere https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088576/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Alf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ALF_(TV_series) 90210 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098749/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Silver

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Episode 3 - about carrots, first cars, & time saving...

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2022/06/23

In this episode, we show our differing takes on what it means to build carrots in your week, reminisce about first cars, and share our top time savings tips. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thevictorycouch/message

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Episode 2 - about rhythms, travel & nostalgic candy

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2022/06/16

This episode we discuss what rhythms get us to the victory couch, take a deep dive into snacks, and reminisce about our favorite childhood candies. Show notes: Rhythms/daily habits Go to victory couch snack Wiley Wallaby Licorice https://wileywallaby.com/ Ritter Sport https://www.ritter-sport.com/ THE goat cheese log at Aldi https://www.aldi.us/en/products/dairy-eggs/cheese/detail/ps/p/emporium-selection-flavored-goat-log-assortment/ The Snack Show Podcast

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