This Is It! The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers is your no-nonsense go-to for pushing through overwhelm and building a life that actually feels good. Life is messy, unpredictable and rarely goes as planned. Hosted by Sherry and Jodi, this podcast connects you to shared experiences and useful resources to help you to go from surviving to thriving. We’re just real people dealing with real shit, sharing the small, intentional choices that lead to real change. No quick fixes, just honest conversatio ...
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The Last Across the Finish Line: Dr. Tony Kovatch on Legacy, Healing & What Really Matters
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Dr. Tony Kovatch, known as "Slow Tony" after being the last to cross the finish line at the 2025 Pittsburgh Marathon, shares insights from his 40+ years as a pediatrician and his philosophy on living a meaningful life shaped by personal struggles and professional triumphs. • Early exposure to his mother's battle with Huntington's disease influenced…
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S1E4 Ya Can't Avoid Every Pothole, But Yinz Can Take the Wheel
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Living with intention means taking the wheel of your life instead of letting it happen to you. We explore practical strategies for making deliberate choices that align with your values and create the life you actually want. Moving from autopilot living to intentional decision-making Why setting boundaries might make others uncomfortable—and why tha…
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Reclaiming Your Spirit: A Journey Through Burnout
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Valerie Pedigo’s journey through burnout began with a shocking moment—finding herself crawling up her stairs, physically unable to walk, yet still answering work calls from the floor. This powerful visual captures what burnout truly means: not just having too much to do, but having nothing left of yourself to give. As a certified life coach, human …
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When life gets heavy, sometimes the best we can do is make a hard day "nicer" rather than "good." That's the powerful distinction at the heart of our new segment and hashtag: #4WINS4YINZ Drawing from behavioral science and psychology, we're introducing a simple framework to help you notice your daily progress across four dimensions: spiritual (what…
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S1E3 Yinz on Autopilot? The Quiet Cost of Going Through the Motions
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We explore the concept of autopilot—that feeling of going through the motions without being present and how to break free from this cycle before it leads to burnout. • Autopilot sneaks up in small ways like driving somewhere with no memory of the journey • Our brains default to habits and routines to conserve energy, especially during stress • Warn…
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Dan the Man: A Ranger's Journey Through Recovery
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Dan Heffley's journey of recovery and resilience after experiencing a massive stroke at age 31 demonstrates extraordinary courage & determination as he continues to build a fulfilling life despite significant challenges. • Former Army Ranger who suffered a stroke after a carotid artery tear, affecting the entire left side of his brain • Lives with …
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S1E2 Setting the Foundation for a Better Future for YINZ
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Small daily actions compound over time to completely change the trajectory of your life, whether in health, career, finances, or relationships. • Trying to change everything at once leads to burnout and failure • Starting small creates achievable wins that build momentum • Shifting perspective during challenges is crucial for finding forward moment…
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We've passed 412 downloads and since that's our lucky number, want to thank our listeners for making this podcast journey possible – your support means the world to us as podcast newcomers. • Our podcast aims to create a space where you can catch your breath while finding your path forward • We don't compare pain or make assumptions about anyone's …
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S1E1: From Bitter to Better: Choosing Your Path When Life is a Jagoff
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We explore the transformative power of choosing betterment over bitterness when life doesn't go as planned, featuring part of Sherry's personal journey of recovery from medical and other life events. • Sherry shares how a series of small strokes affected her family life • Learning to accept a new reality and choosing better over bitter • How small …
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"This is it! The Podcast By Thriving Yinzers" Here We Go!
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In the introduction to 'This Is It: The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers,' hosts Sherry Ehrin and Jodi Chestnut delve into the inspiration behind their podcast's name and its foundational philosophy. They discuss embracing life's present moments, inspired by Sherry's late father's simple yet powerful words of wisdom. The podcast aims to provide listener…
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"This is it! The Podcast By Thriving Yinzers" PODCAST TRAILER
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Life throws challenges at us, but we don’t have to stay stuck. This Is It - The Podcast by Thriving Yinzers is here to help you conquer overwhelm, build resilience, and create the life you want—one small step at a time. Join hosts Sherry and Jodi as they explore growing through all the seasons of life. Whether you're rebuilding after hardship, navi…
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