Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Host: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & positive thinker.
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A unique dog training podcast sharing a peaceful approach to raising your dog with Zen. Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & dog lover & Gordon Fontaine, master dog trainer & founder of Zen Dog Training.
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An addictively fun podcast immersed in anything and everything related to JAWS. Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & JAWS mega fan, & Sal Rodriguez, comedian & toy expert/collector.
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A dog lovers podcast devoted to honoring the lives & memories of man's best friend. Host: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & dog lover.
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A true movie lovers podcast celebrating great films worth revisiting or seeing for the first time. Host: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & film/tv expert.
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A humorously nostalgic podcast covering all things in The Karate Kid & Cobra Kai universe. Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & martial arts guru, & Sal Rodriguez, comedian & toy expert/collector.
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A fascinating true crime podcast dissecting everything from a misdemeanor to a murder. Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & true crime junkie, & Sal Rodriguez, comedian & toy expert/collector.
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Get inspired by real life entrepreneurial stories of start-up, struggle and success right here in Connecticut. Learn important lessons from real entrepreneurs to help you on your business journey. Host: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & lifelong entrepreneur.
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An engaging film lovers podcast covering all things in the Mystic Film Festival universe and beyond. Host: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & Mystic Film Festival supporter.
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I Meet Myself With Honesty, So I Can Grow With Intention
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 284: I Meet Myself With Honesty, So I Can Grow With Intention Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support …
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 283: Good Thinking - Weekly Reflection Jason Connell shares a positive update about the Good Thinking podcast. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodThinki…
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I Let Each Step Count, Because They All Move Me Forward
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 282: I Let Each Step Count, Because They All Move Me Forward Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support P…
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I Make Room For Stillness, So I Can Hear What I Truly Need
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 281: I Make Room For Stillness, So I Can Hear What I Truly Need Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/suppor…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 60: Taking Training To The Next Level! Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss taking dog training to the next level! Recorded: 10-21-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training Hosts: Jason Connell Gordon Fontaine #justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #puppies #dogoftheday #d…
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I Treat My Growth, As Something Worth Protecting
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 280: I Treat My Growth, As Something Worth Protecting Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon:…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 279: Good Thinking - Weekly Reflection Jason Connell shares a positive update about the Good Thinking podcast. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodThinki…
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I Give Myself Permission, To Change At My Own Pace
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 278: I Give Myself Permission, To Change At My Own Pace Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreo…
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I Return To My Center, Whenever Life Pulls Me Away
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 277: I Return To My Center, Whenever Life Pulls Me Away Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreo…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 276: I Trust And Believe, In Myself Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patre…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 275: Good Thinking - Weekly Reflection Jason Connell shares a positive update about the Good Thinking podcast. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodThinki…
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I Support My Growth, With Patience And Understanding
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 274: I Support My Growth, With Patience And Understanding Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patr…
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I Find Steadiness, By Returning To What Grounds Me
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 273: I Find Steadiness, By Returning To What Grounds Me Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreo…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 59: The Silent Observer Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss the highly beneficial technique of being a silent observer around your dog. Recorded: 10-21-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training Hosts: Jason Connell Gordon Fontaine #justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell #gordonfontaine #pets #p…
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I Build Confidence, By Honoring What I Truly Feel
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 272: I Build Confidence, By Honoring What I Truly Feel Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 271: Good Thinking - Weekly Reflection Jason Connell shares a positive update about the Good Thinking podcast. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodThinki…
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I Allow Myself To Evolve, Without Being Perfect
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 270: I Allow Myself To Evolve, Without Being Perfect Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: …
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 269: I Create Calm, When Life Feels Chaotic Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://w…
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I Strengthen My Mind, By Listening To My Needs
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 268: I Strengthen My Mind, By Listening To My Needs Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation to help bring more Good Thinking into your day. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: h…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 267: Good Thinking - Weekly Reflection Jason Connell shares a positive update about the Good Thinking podcast. Become a Supporter of Good Thinking! Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GoodThinking Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2319494/support Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodThinki…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 58: Your Dog Is A HABIT Making Machine! Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine discuss how dogs learn new habits all the time and how to best cope with this ongoing issue. Recorded: 10-21-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training Hosts: Jason Connell Gordon Fontaine #justcuriousmedia #zendogtraining #mrjasonconnell…
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I Will Allow Myself To Rest, When My Body Needs It
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 266: I Will Allow Myself To Rest, When My Body Needs It Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-30-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affir…
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My Self-Worth Is Not Determined, By My Accomplishments
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 265; My Self-Worth Is Not Determined, By My Accomplishments Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-30-25 & 10-27-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Ja…
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I Am Focusing, On What Is Most Important To Me
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 264: I Am Focusing, On What Is Most Important To Me Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-30-25 & 10-27-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Conn…
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Each Day I Promise Myself Love, Patience, And Kindness
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 263: Each Day I Promise Myself Love, Patience, And Kindness Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-22-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell A…
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I Leave What No Longer Serves Me, In The Past
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 262: I Leave What No Longer Serves Me, In The Past Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-22-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirmatio…
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Jaws at 50: The Definitive Inside Story (2025)
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25:13Let's Talk - JAWS Episode 25: Jaws at 50: The Definitive Inside Story (2025) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the exciting new documentary about the legendary film, Jaws at 50: The Definitive Inside Story. Official Sponsor: Narragansett Beer Recorded: 08-18-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music …
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The Zen Dog Training Approach (Remastered)
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15:12Zen Dog Training Episode 57: The Zen Dog Training Approach (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E40 and discuss the fundamental approach of Zen Dog Training. Learn the 3 Steps to Zen Dog Training, the 5 Training Options in the Toolbox, and how to Create Teachable Moments to practice and drill in lessons. Conversation includes comm…
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Each Day I Prioritize My Rest, Healing, And Peace Of Mind
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 261: Each Day I Prioritize My Rest, Healing, And Peace Of Mind Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-22-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connel…
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The Boundaries I Set For Myself, Will Protect Me
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 260: The Boundaries I Set For Myself, Will Protect Me Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirma…
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I Deserve The Same Kindness, That I Give To Others
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 259: I Deserve The Same Kindness, That I Give To Others Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affir…
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I Believe In The Power Of Empathy And Compassion
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1:00Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 258: I Believe In The Power Of Empathy And Compassion Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirma…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 257: My Well-Being, Is My Priority Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirmation: …
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 256: I Am Resilient, And I Can Overcome Anything Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 255: I Have Complete Confidence, In Myself Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affir…
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Preventing Food Guarding & Control Of The Mouth (Remastered)
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18:42Zen Dog Training Episode 56: Preventing Food Guarding & Control Of The Mouth (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E27 and discuss the 6th and 7th of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Preventing food guarding and control of the mouth are vital to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Recorded: 09-09-25 & 09-24-24 Studio…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 254: I Am Capable, Of Anything And Everything Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Af…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 253: I Improve, Each And Every Day Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirmation: …
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 252: I Can, Make A Difference Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirmation: Day O…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 251: Today, I Am A Leader Jason Connell shares a positive affirmation focused on bringing Good Thinking into your day. Support The Show! Recorded: 10-14-25 & 10-01-25** Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Connell Affirmation: Day One A…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 55: Play Biting Solutions (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E27 and discuss the 5th of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Play biting solutions help to reduce nipping and biting and are crucial to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Recorded: 09-09-25 & 09-04-24 Studio: Just Curious Media P…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 54: Crate Training (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E26 and discuss the 4th of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Crate training a.k.a. independence training is vital to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Recorded: 07-23-25 & 09-04-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training H…
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Good Thinking: Positive Affirmations Episode 250: Good Thinking - Needs Your Support! Jason Connell shares that the Good Thinking podcast now has an easy and inexpensive option to help support the show! Support The Show! Recorded: 09-01-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Host: Jason Conn…
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Cobra Kai - Season 6 - Part 3 - Official Trailer
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14:54Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 204: Cobra Kai - Season 6: Part 3 - Official Trailer Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the official trailer for Cobra Kai's Season 6: Part 3 on Netflix. Recorded: 08-19-25 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartRadio TuneIn Watch: YouTube Spotify F…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 53: House Training (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E24 and discuss the 3rd of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. House training is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Recorded: 07-23-25 & 08-16-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training Hosts: Jason Connell Gordo…
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Jaws (1975) - "You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat"
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15:37Let's Talk - JAWS Episode 24: Jaws (1975) - "You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat" Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the most famous line in the classic movie, "You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat". Official Sponsor: Narragansett Beer Recorded: 07-08-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadio Hosts…
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Zen Dog Training Episode 52: Socialization To Touch (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E23 and discuss the 2nd of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Socialization to touch is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Recorded: 07-23-25 & 08-16-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Partner: Zen Dog Training Hosts: Jas…
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Socialization To People, Places, And Things (Remastered)
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19:04Zen Dog Training Episode 51: Socialization To People, Places, & Things (Remastered) Jason Connell and Gordon Fontaine revisit E21 and discuss the 1st of the 7 Essential Puppy Lessons in Zen Dog Training. Socialization to people, places, things and new experiences is essential to helping dogs grow into Zen Dogs. Socialization for dogs and puppies is…
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Let's Talk - JAWS Episode 23: Jaws (1975) - Jaws "First Appearance" Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the first time we actually see the shark in Jaws, which is just over the halfway point in the movie! Official Sponsor: Narragansett Beer Recorded: 07-08-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHea…
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Let's Talk - Cobra Kai Episode 203: Karate Kid Legends (2025) - Just Watched Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss the newest movie in The Karate Kid franchise, Karate Kid Legends, after seeing it together on opening day, May 30th, 2025. Karate Kid Legends (2025) Synopsis: After kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwa…
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