Conversations on the Rocks

Jul 15 2024

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Welcome to a podcast where it's all about the guest with. your host, Kristen Daukas! Tune in for real folks sharing their incredible tales, covering everything from hilarious to heartwarming moments, and maybe a mix of both! Each episode promises a fresh lesson to widen your horizons, spark new ideas, and leave you smiling. So, grab your go-to drink and join us for some good vibes and great chats!

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The F Around and Find Out Generation: Gen X Wisdom on Prioritizing Yourself

Jul 15 2024 37 mins

Send us a Text Message.Highlighting the Gen X perspective, Blythe Alpern joins me this week with a wealth of experiences and insights. As the host of the Gen X Experience Podcast, her passion lies in creating a space for her generation to connect, commiserate, and reminisce about their midlife challenges.During the conversation, Blythe shares her journey towards prioritizing self-c

Barking Up the Right Tree: Dog Training Secrets from Geralyn Kelly

Jun 24 2024 46 mins

Send us a Text Message.Geralyn Kelly has dedicated over two decades to helping dogs and their owners through positive reinforcement training. As the founder of Elite Canine, she strives to make training fun, rewarding, and stress-free for both dogs and their humans. Geralyn's passion for canine companionship is evident in everything she does. She approaches each training session as

From Flaws to Flair: Harnessing the Power of Imperfection

Jun 17 2024 38 mins

Send us a Text Message.This Conversations on the Rocks episode focuses on guest Paul Gosselin and his lifelong passion for soap operas. Paul reminisces about bonding with his mother and grandmother over their favorite soap, Guiding Light. This childhood enthusiasm led Paul to study acting for daytime dramas, hoping to land a role on a soap. While that dream didn't come to fruition,

Zero Fs Given: Speaking Your Truth in Your 50s and Beyond

Jun 10 2024 33 mins

Send us a Text Message.This week, I'm chatting with Angela McAfee, a digital marketing business owner, about the midlife phase. We cover topics on aging, relationships, and personal growth during this time. Angela, a 52-year-old agency owner, shares her journey, focusing on empowerment and self-care. We talk about juggling career and family, highlighting the importance of self-care

Country, Content, and Controversy: Sipping Stories and Swapping Songs

Jun 03 2024 34 mins

Send us a Text Message.This week, I enjoyed chatting with Jason Falls, a social media strategist and digital marketing expert from Kentucky. Together, we’re exploring the intersection of social media, music, and culture. Jason shares his journey from his upbringing in Eastern Kentucky to becoming a trailblazer in social media marketing.We chat about the evolution of social media,

Adventures in Gen Z Adulting: Parental Guidance Required

May 27 2024 42 mins

Send us a Text Message.Kristen Daukas and guest Dorien Morin-van Dam, get real about their experiences as parents of young adults transitioning out of the nest. The conversation pivots to the challenges Gen X parents and their Gen Z children face, ranging from economic pressures, the boomeranging trend of adult children returning home, and the significant impact of social media. Th

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Community Support

May 20 2024 37 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we welcome back Sara Munro to discuss overcoming imposter syndrome. We delve into self-doubt challenges and effective strategies for a positive work environment. Sara shares her experiences and stresses open conversations and the need for a safe space to seek support without judgment. We explore workplace culture's impact on imposter syndrome

Unveiling the Truth: Gender Equity & Imposter Syndrome

May 13 2024 35 mins

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the show, Sara Munro!! Today's episode explores the realm of imposter syndrome and its disproportionate impact on women. Sara candidly shares her journey with imposter syndrome throughout her career. During one memorable incident, a man questioned Sara's choice to jot down "you are enough" in her bullet journal, revealing a lack of understanding re

Zero Proof, Full Flavor: Redefining the Cocktail Culture

May 06 2024 38 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Kristen sits down with Lisa Danforth, the forward-thinking founder of tonique, a company at the forefront of the alcohol-free cocktail movement. Lisa dives into her venture into mindful mixology, inspired by the noticeable increase in alcohol consumption during the COVID pandemic. She shares her passion for creating tonique, an alcohol-free b

Theatre, Travels, and Trajectories

Apr 29 2024 45 mins

Send us a Text Message.This week, we’re knocking the dust off this show with the help of Suzanne Vaughan! In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of Suzanne Vaughan, a visionary who had the foresight to see the COVID-19 pandemic coming due to an unusual spike in demand for protective supplies at her workplace back in early 2020. Fast forward to today, Suzanne has hung