Hello and welcome to DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF! The concept was simple. We have all been buried by something in life. It could have been a person, a boss, a situation, or whatever. Yet, how many times did you get buried and just stay there? These episodes have been created to help you climb out of whatever hole you might find yourself in, and gain the courage to dust off and thrive! We can't wait to see what happens together!
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Inspired Island is designed to introduce you to the talented residents of Vashon Island, a small island in the Puget Sound. Host Grace McRae interviews the many business owners, community leaders, award-winning chefs, bestselling authors, historians, and artists who call Vashon “home.” We hope every episode leaves you feeling inspired! Inspired Island first airs on the Voice of Vashon, KVSH 101.9FM.
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Ted Kennedy Watson on design, hosting & his iconic Seattle stores
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In this episode, we get to know Ted Kennedy Watson! Ted is a designer, curator, businessman, and author, and he owns and runs two iconic stores in downtown Seattle: Watson Kennedy Fine Living and Watson Kennedy Fine Home. Join us to hear how Ted got his start in the design and retail world (hint: it involves Bill Gates) and how he has managed to ke…
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Seth Zuckerman on all things forests & his new book A Forest of Your Own
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In this episode, we meet Seth Zuckerman, an islander who co-authored the exciting new book A Forest of Your Own: The Pacific Northwest Handbook of Ecological Forestry. Seth and co-author Kirk Hanson have developed the first comprehensive how-to guide for forest stewards and enthusiasts in the Pacific Northwest, lending their decades of experience a…
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Odin Lonning on his Tlingit art, respect for nature & leaning into teaching
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In this episode, we sit down with Odin Lonning! Odin is a prolific and award-winning Tlingit artist based here on Vashon Island. Born and raised in Alaska, Odin has a deep knowledge of and relationship with the natural world that is reflected and celebrated in his art. With his wife Ann Stateler, who many of us know as Orca Annie, Odin is a tireles…
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Don & Charlotte Stuart on "No Farms, No Food", murder mysteries & walks for inspiration
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Meet Don and Charlotte Stuart! Don is a respected advocate for the economic, environmental, and political sustainability of farms and fisheries, and he recently published No Farms, No Food: Uniting Farmers and Environmentalists to Transform American Agriculture. Don also directed the American Farmland Trust’s Pacific Northwest Regional Office for o…
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LIFE: "Don't Take The Bait!"
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Hey everyone. In the episode for today we are going to talk about what triggers you into the dark places. Why do you react the way you do? More importantly, how can you free yourself from the negative thoughts, the negative people, and the negative situations that stop you from living life. Check out this episode. It is freeing for sure! Support th…
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SPIRIT: "Where Is Satan Leading You?"
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Hey there. In this episode we talk candidly about how Satan can tempt us into things we never dreamed of doing. But we also reveal how he does that in our life. You would be surprised at how Satan really works to derail our life, joy, and abundance. Tune in and maybe change those little things first! Support the show…
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LIFE: "Make Yourself Available!"
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Hey there. We have Sherri Lynn back on with us as we talk about our experience on our mission trip to Ohio. We have a ton of stories, and a powerful challenge for us all as we ask, "How am I making myself available?" This one might step on a few toes! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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SPIRIT: "Stop Looking At The Wrong Thing"
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Hey there. Today's episode comes as we are on a mission trip in Ohio. We have met some incredible people, but certainly broken in many ways. Today we talk about how to look at people in a new way and how to exercise the most important part of ourselves. Take a listen! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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Hi everyone. In this episode Alex joins me (His audio isn't that great sorry), and we dig into Memorial Day, freedom, those attacking freedom, what do we say and do, how can we hear others, gender issues, and a ton of other stuff. Let us know what you think! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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RELATIONSHIPS: "Learning to live in LOVE!"
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Hey there. Today we take a look at what does it mean to really live in love with each other. We often think this means happiness, but it doesn't. Today we will find out the dead-ends of a happiness based marriage, and how to take that kind of relationship to a covenant and love that will last and endure all things. Sherri Lynn (my wife) is the spec…
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Manny Chao from Georgetown Brewing Company on persistence, relationships & Manny's Pale Ale
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In this new episode, we get to know Manny Chao of Georgetown Brewing Company! Yes, our fellow islander Manny is the man behind Manny's Pale Ale, the iconic Seattle beer. Join us to learn about Manny's childhood in Spain and beyond, how he fell in love with beer while trying to impress a date during college, and the persistence it took to land his f…
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LIFE: "Don't Bury Your Gifts"
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Hello and welcome. On this episode we will talk about how to use your gifts and purposes powerfully. Have you ever just felt stuck? Have you ever felt life had no meaning? If so then you probably are not thriving in your job or career. There is a way to get unstuck and move into a place of true fulfillment. Check it out! Support the show…
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LIFE: "Don't Get Swallowed Up!"
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Hey there and welcome. On this episode we talk about herd mentality and how easy it is to be swallowed up by people and ideology that really makes us submit and conform. We see this is in government, politics, and even the church. So why do we herd? Why do we go with the flow? If you want to break out, and you should, then check out this episode! S…
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LIFE: "What Will Your Legacy Be?"
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Hey there. This episode we drill down into what it means to really leave a legacy. It is a lot different than you think. Can you tell yourself how many times you gave to someone last week? Can you count how many times you took time out to serve in mission with your church? If we are not careful we can get stuck in awful ruts that prevent us from tr…
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LIFE: Fear, Panic, Depression
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Hey there. I decided to start a talk about my journey with panic attacks, depression, and fear. If you have been in those cycles they are horrific, but there is a way out! I don't have all the answers, but I do have a ton of experience. So if you are dealing with it and need to talk I am here. Most of all, there is a new day and a new life waiting …
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LIFE: "Jealousy Is The Future Killer!"
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Hey everyone and welcome to another episode. Today we talk about jealousy, and how envy and jealousy can kill our future. Are you jealous of of what others are achieving? Are you at a point where you find yourself gossiping about their achievements and undermining their character? If you are there then listen to this. It will change your future! Su…
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SPIRIT: From Helping To Enabling
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Hey there. On this episode we will talk about when Helping turns to the dreaded ENABLING. Do you enable people in their valleys? Do you have trouble with family and loved ones when it comes to their issues? Have you lost the ability to say NO. This episode is longer than most, but I think is pretty good. Take a listen. Support the show…
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LIFE: You Could Be Missing It!
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Hey everyone. On this episode we talk about how not to miss life. Are you too focused on the goal instead of the journey? Are you so hyper focused on work or the other big ticket items that you have missed the small stuff? Listen to this talk and be inspired to stop and look around and you just might start to enjoy life again! Support the show…
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LIFE: You Just Might Be A Loser!
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Hey everyone. Today we talk about winners and losers. We define what each one is. But what we do is try to see there is a difference. The problem is we might not be able to have the courage to tell ourselves which one we really are. We all THINK we are winners, however, that's just not the case. Check it out! Support the show…
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Hey everyone. In this episode we learn what conformity to this world looks like and how to break out of it. Are you afraid of what might happen if you stand up and say something that goes against the mob? Afraid of taking that risk? Check out this episode and maybe you might just have the courage to start living again! Support the show…
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LIFE: Responsibilities Are NOT Your PURPOSE
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Hey there. Today we are going to talk about how we confuse responsibilities and real purpose. We all do it, and it leads to nowhere. So let's be critical of ourselves today, and take an honest look at how to break free into abundant living. Support the showVon Jim McRae
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LIFE: Get the NEGATIVE OUT!
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Hey everyone. On this episode we will be talking about Negativity. Are you born that way? Is it learned? How do you move out of it? It's critical to think about our attitude, because it effects us and all around us. So turn that frown upside down...it's time to tap into that joy again! Support the show…
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LIFE: Tough Times Don't Last!
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Hey everyone. Welcome to another episode where we discuss how tough times are actually moments that help us instead of hurt us. If you are in one then give this a listen. We have all been there and will be there again. Let us know what you think! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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LIFE: Suffering vs. Comfort
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Hey guys! We have another talk that we hope will challenge you to the core. What does comfort look like in your world? But is being comfortable all there is to life? Where does suffering play a part? How do you handle suffering? Do you run away from it? Or do you embrace it? Let's have an honest talk about it. Enjoy! Support the show…
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LIFE: Public Opinion vs. Truth
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Hey everyone and welcome to Dug Up And Dusted Off. In this episode we talk about truth and public opinion and which one we are living in. Have you ever been labeled? Or maybe you have labeled someone. Either way it hurts us in our spirit, and destroys others in the process. We come at this from a Christian perspective, but we believe it applies acr…
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LIFE: ADDICTION, SOBRIETY, and NEW LIFE
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Hey there and welcome to DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF. We are excited to have Dr. Alex Hueblien with us again as we talk about addiction, how it happens, and how to start taking control of your life again. This is a good one! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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SPIRIT: These Need To Be In US!
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Hey there and welcome to another podcast on DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF. In this episode we will talk about the things that need to be in us. We will reference 1 Timothy 6:11. They are not easy, but truly worthwhile. We can all do better! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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RELATIONSHIPS: Mind Reading Is Deadly
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Hi there. On this episode of Dug Up we are looking at how Mind Reading can destroy our relationships and effect everyone around us. Find out what Mind Reading really is, and if you are suffering from it, then listen to how to release yourself! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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LIFE: Superman Leads To Super Stress!
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In this episode we deal with that little life killer...STRESS! It is a good thing? Why do we feel stressed? And how can we move through it? All of this and more on another episode of DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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LIFE: Time to say DUCK IT!
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Hey guys. Welcome to another podcast of DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF! Today we have Dr. Sam Parks with us and we talk about the things that annoy the you know what out of us. But it seems that sometimes those things can spill over into other areas of our life. How are you dealing with the little things? Do you let them run you over or do you process and m…
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LIFE: Having A Thankful Heart
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Hey everyone! In this episode it's just me, but I wanted to talk about something so important to us all. It's about having a THANKFUL ATTITUDE. How can we have that in times of tragedy? Why does it allude us? Why is it so important to find thankfulness? What are the benefits? This and more will be talked about, and I think it can change your outloo…
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RELATIONSHIPS: Forgiveness Part 1
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Hi and welcome to another episode of DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF. Here I have my wife Sherri Lynn with me as we talk about the foundation of our relationship...FORGIVENESS. How do we forgive? Why don't we forgive? Can we truly forgive? Check out this episode and I think it could change things! Support the show…
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RELATIONSHIPS: Forgiveness Part 2
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Hi and welcome to another episode of DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF! We get to the second half of our talk on forgiveness. In this podcast we are going to tackle how to truly forgive our spouses. We address what forgiveness should not look like, and how to move forward if people can't reconcile. It's a good one...enjoy! Support the show…
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MEN: LEARN HOW TO SPEAK!
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Today I have a special guest, Dr. Sam Parks, who is an old friend from my days in seminary. We say A LOT in this podcast, but a lot of it might hit home. You might agree or disagree, but at least it begins to get us thinking about what makes men tick! Check it out! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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RELATIONSHIPS: Learn to COMMUNICATE!
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In this podcast my guest is my wife, Sherri Lynn, and we talk about marriage and specifically how to communicate. If you didn't think men and women were opposites it's no wonder you don't know how to speak to each other. We all struggle with it. Listen and learn and a new day can be born in your relationship! Support the show…
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SPIRIT: LORD'S PRAYER PART 1
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Hey there. Today we will be talking about the Lord's Prayer. Why do you need it? What does it really mean? How does it help my life? Prayer is essential for anyone, and today we learn the power of prayer! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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SPIRIT: LORD'S PRAYER PART 2
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Hello and welcome. We get into the second part of our discussion about the Lord's Prayer. If you want your prayer life to come alive or just need your life to then this episode is for you. Check it out! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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In this episode we will be talking about how to overcome the thorns that stop us from moving forward in life. What is your thorn? What is holding you back? How do you escape it? This and more will be our topic. Join us! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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So many are experts on everything. Our culture is filled with people that love to just talk. The noise is constant. Join us as we talk about how to neutralize and silence the yappin!! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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Forgiveness is not easy, but it is essential. How do you forgive? When is there a time to reconcile that is healthy? Jump in with us today and learn how. It can change your life! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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Toxic relationships are horrible. It can be at work, in your community, or in your family. How do you deal with it? When is enough enough? Join us as we tackle a tough subject together. Support the showVon Jim McRae
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Taking a break is crucial in our every day life. How do you rest? When do you relax? If you can master this we guarantee a more beautiful life! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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What does it mean to live life to the fullest? Why aren't you living your best life? Join us on this episode as we talk about how to live and live abundantely! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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STRESS DOESN'T HAVE TO BE STRESSFUL
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How does stress sabotage your ability to thrive? In this episode we will talk about how stress creeps in and can take hold of us all. Do you want to overcome it? Do you want to use it for something positive? Join us as we talk about stress and let's break the cycle! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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HATRED! How to stop the madness
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In this episode we talk about the origins of hatred, how it begins, and how in our culture today it is the rule instead of the exception. How can hatred be overcome? Learn how on another podcast of DUG UP AND DUSTED OFF Support the showVon Jim McRae
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DON'T LET CONFLICT SINK YOU!
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In this episode we deal with conflict and how to overcome it. Conflict is a constant cycle in the culture today. However, we meet it in the most unhealthy ways possible. Struggling with conflict? Avoiding conflict altogether? Become a better you by knowing how to deal with it! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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In this episode we talk about how purpose and meaning can be realized in all our lives. There is nothing you can't achieve as long as you are focused on this one thing. So if you feel lost and uncertain of where you are going then check this out! Support the showVon Jim McRae
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SILENCING YOUR CRITICS!
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Welcome. In this episode we talk about how to deal with your critics in a healthy way. When you can silence all the voices the song within you can be realized. Not only will you sing...you will soar! Support the showVon Jim McRae/ Alex Hueblein
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Emily Wigley on six years of Orca Eats food truck, running a socially-minded business, and retirement
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In this episode, we get to know Emily Wigley! Emily is the woman behind the beloved Orca Eats food truck. As Emily enters retirement, she sits down to reflect on what it was like to run this popular business for the last six years. Join us to hear how Emily’s teenage job taught her how food service can also be community service, and how she has put…
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Ann McLaughlin on her book "World Change-Maker", making positive impacts, and stories from around the world
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In this episode, we chat with Ann McLaughlin! Ann recently published the book "World Change-Maker: Build Skills in International Development and Social Work", which is designed as a guidebook to help people looking to volunteer or work internationally. But, as we discuss in the interview, the book offers value for anyone hoping to make a positive i…
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