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We're Old, with Big Mouths, and Not Ready to Shut Up. Two seasoned, feisty, opinionated former TV broadcasters, Julie Blacklow and Penny LeGate, come together with sass, wit, humor, and experience to dissect topics ranging from the daily annoyances of life, the occasional frustrations of dealing with men, gossip about famous people they’ve met, and anything else on their minds. Their goal …to entertain and engage and make new friends.
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Renowned food safety expert Bill Marler returns to talk about deadly dangers hiding in what we eat: salmonella in chicken, E-coli in walnuts, an imported protein powder that can cause liver failure. Don't miss Bill's advice on how to avoid getting sick! facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Fear runs high that Artificial Intelligence will take over life as we know it here on planet earth. In the 3rd part of our conversation with visionary David Sabey, he tackles AI head on, and in the process, somehow ends up urging us all toward happiness. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Seeing. Feeling. Respecting. Julie and Penny share poignant stories of life with our — some might say — "lesser" fellow earth travelers. Creatures such as spiders, ants, and wondrous hummingbirds. Bring your Kleenex. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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What inspires a person to drop everything and dive into a war zone to save animals? Don’t miss Dan Fine’s heroic “tail” of risking life, limb, and marriage to rescue Ukraine’s abandoned pets. And now is fighting for his own life. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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...would YOU do anything differently? This thought-provoking subject was one of Erma Bombeck's most famous syndicated columns written back in 1979. Bombeck, a funny, wise, and prolific writer, was followed for decades by 30 million newspaper readers across the USA and Canada. Julie and Penny share her unforgettable column which just might stir up s…
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Noga is Jewish. Lana, Palestinian. Two women from opposite backgrounds whose people are locked in a devastating, bloody war in the Middle East. The duo is touring the nation encouraging PEACE. UNDERSTANDING. LOVE. Don't miss Julie's interview with these two introspective women who envision an alternative to war. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, ins…
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The silver tea set. Fine china. Grandpa's roll-top desk. The new generation is saying NO THANKS to inheriting these precious family hand-me-downs. What changed? And what in the heck will we boomers do with all our... STUFF? The Muffins chew on it. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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TITLE: Your vote has never been so important. We are experiencing a true crisis in America --an UNINFORMED CITIZENRY. A democracy cannot survive when its citizens are either too exhausted or too lazy to search for the truth. In this second conversation with "Journalist Emeritus" and longtime anchorman Mike James, we analyze the stark facts that thr…
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Can you remember songs from the 60's but not why you walked into a room? Julie once used her cell phone flashlight to go look for her cell phone. Could it be....d..ementia??? The Muffins offer ideas that could help us all stay sharp. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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You're sad. Angry. Jealous. A friend turns on you. You're judged unfairly. Or simply disliked. The Muffins turn to the best-seller "The Four Agreements" which teaches we can end suffering if we don't take it personally. "The Four Agreements" written by don Miguel Ruiz facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuff…
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Julie's often crabby but Penny knows how to get her hysterically laughing. The two media mavens share their stories of outrageous things TV viewers have said or written to them. And--DO NOT MISS the capper--THE LETTER! facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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The gray matter between your ears is the ultimate computer. In our continuing conversation with visionary David Sabey, we learn it's possible to re-train our brains despite early negative programming. Find out how to reprogram your brain's software and choose light over darkness. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins cou…
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Dramatic mid-life career changes are becoming increasingly common. Meet Dr. Jim Weber who bravely went from a general surgeon to _______ ! (Sorry--you have to listen to find out). This episode will speak to those of you ready to shake it up. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Death is inevitable. Burial space is running out. Cremation pollutes the air. So—how about composting yourself? The process lets the body decompose naturally into compost. In death, you could nourish the earth! Lots of questions for Laura Cassidy from Recompose--the WORLD'S FIRST human composting company. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.…
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Why did 2 women who've made a living for decades in TV News stop watching it? The Muffins drill down on the tough choices we all need to make--where we get our news and how much can we stomach and stay sane. Is happier news the answer? Would you tune in to hear about a turtle being saved from a busy road? facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.…
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You have a husband, two kids, and live in a nice house in the suburbs. That was Melissa Giberson's life until she realized her truth--she was gay. Join the Muffins for an intimate conversation with Melissa as she shares details from her page-turner memoir, "Late Bloomer." facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladusty…
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Just when you think we've heard it all, the Muffins discover more weird stuff that leaves them aghast. Join us to hear about the latest wacko ideas that humans are coming up with to make a buck. Constantly erect nipples? We're not making this up. Come laugh with us! facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffin…
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Those are the words of David Sabey, a visionary businessman who believes anything is possible if we just change our "software"--meaning, the programming of our minds. That includes achieving optimal health, curing depression and controlling the social media scourge. Join Julie and Penny for this mind-bending convo. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, …
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Not since the Beatles has a musical act so consumed the world. The Muffins decide if it’s time to embrace the glitter & mania. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Meet Tom Bates, a man with a huge heart and a simple goal: save the abandoned, injured, and lost pets of Ukraine. Bates dives head-first and unafraid into this war-torn nation, rescuing innocent animals that have no voice. Julie and Penny catch up with Tom as he prepares for his FOURTH mission to the war zone. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, insta…
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Come giggle with Penny & Julie as they share interviews in their long journalism careers that didn’t go so well. The stories run the gamut—from snotty stars to serial killers. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Overwhelmed? Feeling the chaos? Angry, scared, despondent? So are we. Julie and Penny validate all those feelings, and assure you that you're not alone. Join our huddle and find out how to find sparks of joy. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Premonitions. Visions. Psychic warnings. Are "woo-woo" moments more common than we know? Penny and Julie divulge some of their own stunning experiences with extrasensory perceptions. Some ended up saving lives and property! Don't miss this wow woo woo-episode. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmai…
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It's epidemic. Addiction, depression, PTSD. But now groundbreaking treatment using psychedelics for such disorders is bringing hope. The Muffins talk to a leading researcher in this new field—psychiatrist Dr. Nathan Sackett of the University of Washington. It's a mind-bending episode, for sure. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/couplad…
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Feel powerless? Invisible? Depressed? Penny and Julie share your angst and have a super simple way to lift your spirits. They've tried it, and it works like magic. And, it's so stinkin' simple! Learn this tired-and-true technique and imagine the happy ripple effect you will create. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins c…
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Doctors, nurses and midwives usher in new life, but who helps with our exit? The Muffins chat with Jenni Herchenbach, a Death Doula, who explains what she does to assist people at the end of life. If you had just 90 days to live, what would you want that to look like? It's a fascinating convo you don't wanna miss. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, i…
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Having relationships with other humans guarantees challenges. No matter how much we love friends, family, or significant others--sometimes they can be SO annoying! Julie & Penny reveal some of their own prickly issues, examining which to take on and which to simply ignore. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladust…
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As close as they are, even the Muffins can hurt each other's feelings. Penny and Julie talk about the healing magic that a simple apology brought to their relationship. And they wonder, who do YOU need to apologize to? When you have said "I'm sorry," what happened? Share your stories with us at coupladustymuffins@gmail.com and we'll use them in a f…
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Like any hangover, Covid has its lingering effects. Penny and Julie chew on the pandemic aftermath--what remains of the scourge and how it’s changed their lives... and maybe yours as well. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Hey! You're 81 and you land on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Bathing Suit issue! What's not to celebrate? Julie and Penny weigh in on the female reaction to Martha Stewart's big splash. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Jacintha Sayed left the corporate world to follow her heart—rescuing animals.She now devotes her life to a humane organization called "Saving Great Animals." How do you find that perfect furry companion? Jacintha offers insight plus shares the heartbreaking/heartwarming story of a pup named Pepper. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/cou…
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What happens after we die? It's likely humanity's BIGGEST question. Millions who have had near-death experiences describe how their souls continue to a place of indescribable love, acceptance, and colors. Author Kimberly Clark Sharp shares how her own near-death experience changed her life trajectory and led to her founding the International Associ…
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"IT IS WHAT IT IS!" arrrrrrgggghh Are you as sick of that phrase as we are? And what about all those commonly botched words such as NUKE-CU-LER? Julie and Penny vent about all the lingo out there that's really working a nerve. And our listeners offer up their own annoyances. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladu…
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How can using psychedelics help with aging? What do you do when your grown children disappoint you? And, how do you make peace with relationships that have withered? Just a few of the topics psychologist, author, and all around badass Jane Adams kicks around with the Muffins. Don't miss it! facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladusty…
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We all experience them. Milestone life events that dramatically point us in a whole new direction. Julie and Penny share some of the sharp right hand turns that forever changed their lives. And we want to hear about yours. Email us at coupladustymuffins@gmail.com facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@g…
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When the call comes, and the curtain rises, will you be ready? It takes courage and an open heart to follow your bliss. What is life calling you to do? Julie and Penny reveal how synchronicity, surprise angels, and a sprinkling of magic are guiding their journey to true purpose. They uncover the WHY of creating their podcast, and the joy of jumping…
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She's outrageous--a former radio personality turned Cannabis Chef, Sex Diva and Podcaster. Mary White explains how marijuana healed her and how ENM (Ethically Non-Monogamous) relationships keep her "occupied." facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Death is the one thing we all have in common, but rarely discuss. Who can you count on to help you on your way? Penny and Julie face the D word and even find something to laugh about...as they always do. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Nate Miles—a self-described 'hopeless do-gooder'-- joins us for Black History Month. Civil rights activist, business exec, mentor and philanthropist... Nate Miles has a moving story you don't want to miss. No dry eyes as he describes what happened to take him from a "flat broke" family to corporate VP. Nate also shares unique insights into what fue…
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Julie is lying awake wondering why someone created a TV show called "MILF Manor" (look up what MILF means), plus commercials that talk about pooping and how to locate your...uh...perineum. Just when the Muffins are about to blow a gasket, we recall stories of when people do good things, too. (Tune in and giggle with Penny). facebook.com/coupladusty…
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They love us unconditionally. They don't hold grudges, care about your looks, money, or mistakes. And they heal. Dogs. David is the former host of Westminster Dog Show and the current host of The National Dog Show seen every Thanksgiving. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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His voice is as familiar as the woof of your dog--David Frei—long time host of the Westminster and National Dog Shows. David talks breeds, bitches, and backstage gossip with Julie and Penny in this first of two episodes for dog lovers everywhere. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Penny and Julie think they - and most of us - are too ‘judgy’…always nitpicking over every little thing. And we all know how it stings when we’re the ones being judged. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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He's known as "the man who took the shit out of hamburger." Yes, renowned poisoned food expert Bill Marler joins Penny and Julie, recalling how his life AND the food industry radically changed after the deadly e-coli outbreak at Jack-in-the-Box fast food restaurants. Learn the 6 foods you should never eat, and WHY. This episode could save your life…
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Sleeping in...watching TV...staying in your jammies all day... That's what we Muffins call the perfect day! Julie & Penny consider how nice it might be to abolish the phrase "wasting time." facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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"Its the hap, happiest time of the year..." Ok, that's how the song goes, but it's not true for everyone. Julie & Penny tackle the myth of the "perfect" holiday season, assuring you that you're not alone when it comes to facing challenges and pain during this "joyous" time of year. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins c…
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Where did waiters, electricians, customer service staff, etc., go? Why do wait weeks now to see a doctor or vet? Why does an old man randomly flip you off? Julie & Penny ponder the reasons behind the ubiquitous unraveling of the way we were. facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.com…
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Julie & Penny face up to sagging jowls, crow's feet and the perennial question about aging...to cut or not to cut? facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Things go wrong all the time behind the scenes in TV news. Julie & Penny share their wacky insider stories--stuff you just can't make up! facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustymuffins coupladustymuffins@gmail.comΑπό τον Penny LeGate & Julie Blacklow
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Former ‘Today Show’ anchor Margaret Larson turns the tables on the Muffins and interviews THEM!. A chat fest between 3 women who hide - almost - nothing. To read the article from Northwest Prime Time click on https://northwestprimetime.com/news/2022/nov/01/laughter-tears-and-dusty-muffins/ facebook.com/coupladustymuffins, instagram.com/coupladustym…
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