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Anything BUT Politics
Tiffany
23 episodes
1 week ago
Forget platitudes—this one is all lived-in detail and hard-won hope. We sit down with Stefany Shaheen to talk about what really builds a life: teams, family, and the quiet discipline of showing up when it’s hard. She takes us from captaining high school volleyball and basketball to coaching her daughter’s team, and then to the hot corner at Duke where her son now plays. The lessons are the same at every level: work for each other, bounce back fast, and let the team make you better. Health be...
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Forget platitudes—this one is all lived-in detail and hard-won hope. We sit down with Stefany Shaheen to talk about what really builds a life: teams, family, and the quiet discipline of showing up when it’s hard. She takes us from captaining high school volleyball and basketball to coaching her daughter’s team, and then to the hot corner at Duke where her son now plays. The lessons are the same at every level: work for each other, bounce back fast, and let the team make you better. Health be...
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Anything BUT Politics
How Sports, Family, And Service Shaped A Candidate’s Heart
Forget platitudes—this one is all lived-in detail and hard-won hope. We sit down with Stefany Shaheen to talk about what really builds a life: teams, family, and the quiet discipline of showing up when it’s hard. She takes us from captaining high school volleyball and basketball to coaching her daughter’s team, and then to the hot corner at Duke where her son now plays. The lessons are the same at every level: work for each other, bounce back fast, and let the team make you better. Health be...
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1 week ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Bees, Donuts, And A State Rep’s Life
A car registration, two dollars, and a clerk’s offhand comment set Greg Hill on a path that few would predict: seven terms in the New Hampshire House, deep committee work, and a front-row seat to how a volunteer legislature actually runs. From there, the conversation zigzags into the unexpected worlds he’s mastered—beekeeping, sailing, and mini donuts—and what each taught him about patience, process, and community. We get candid about the “inside baseball” of legislative administration, why ...
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3 weeks ago
48 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Pints, Poodles, and Public Service
We share a wide-ranging conversation with Senator Regina Birdsell on travel, service, animals, and the small steps that make big change. From Irish trade ties to comfort dogs for PTSD, she opens up about the work, the joy, and the routines that keep her grounded. • New Hampshire–Ireland connections, UCD ties, trade and supply realities • Guinness, Wicklow water, Braveheart trivia, and travel rituals • Coast Guard service, early limits for women, culture change over time • HR career at Raythe...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Beyond the Stethoscope
Dr. Jonathan Ballard takes us on a fascinating journey from his childhood on a Kentucky farm to his current role as New Hampshire's Chief Medical Officer. Growing up in Bardstown—the bourbon capital of the world—Ballard worked at his father's sawmill and raised white cattle to distinguish them from his father's black Angus herd. This early connection to rural life gave him unique insights into how environmental and social factors affect community health. As the first person in his family to ...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
From French Roots to Granite Roots
Meet Karen Liot Hill, a woman whose life story reads like a uniquely American journey with a French twist. Born in Brittany to an American mother and French father, Karen's path led her from the east end of Long Island to New Hampshire's Executive Council, with fascinating detours along the way. Karen opens up about growing up as the oldest of six in a blended family, losing her mother at age six, and overcoming domestic violence both in childhood and adulthood. These challenges shaped her p...
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2 months ago
48 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
The Farmer-Senator: How Dan Innis Balances Academia, Agriculture, and Public Service
Ever wonder what happens when academic expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and agricultural passion converge in one person? Senator Dan Innis exemplifies this rare combination, and his story reveals the extraordinary depth behind the political title. Born into an Ohio family whose roots trace back to the American Revolution, Innis carries forward a legacy of land stewardship that skipped a generation before he reclaimed it. His journey from Ohio State University professor to University of New...
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2 months ago
36 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Family, Fame, and Four-Legged Heroes
What happens when Pittsburgh pride meets New Hampshire heart? Larry Myers has the answer. Stepping away from politics and into the realm of meaningful human connections, this episode introduces us to Larry Myers, a passionate humanitarian whose journey from Pittsburgh to New Hampshire set the stage for remarkable contributions to his adopted community. As the father of comedy stars Seth and Josh Meyers, Larry shares charming insights into raising creative minds destined for the spotlight, in...
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3 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
From Urban Planning to Playwriting: One Man's Remarkable Journey
David Preece's life reads like a series of fascinating short stories bound together by themes of creativity, adaptability, and service to others. Growing up in a tiny Utah farming town called Pleasant View with just 900 residents, Preece admits his mother always said he was "plotting to escape" from an early age. That wanderlust led him through an extraordinary professional journey spanning seven states and multiple careers. After completing graduate studies in urban planning, Preece's profe...
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3 months ago
51 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Policing to Politics: A Senator's Unexpected Path
Ever wonder what happens when a former police officer becomes a yoga teacher and then a state senator? Senator Tim Lang's unexpected journey proves that life's most rewarding paths often emerge when we simply say "yes" to new opportunities. Growing up between New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Alaska, Lang's earliest memories include entire summers spent at Bear Brook State Park while his father commuted on weekends. This early connection to the Granite State ultimately led him back after stints...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Diamond Rings and Diet Cokes: How a $1,000 Proposal Changed Everything
What does it take to go from Middle Eastern studies scholar to four-term state representative? Representative Laura Telerski shares her journey on Anything but Politics, revealing how she ended up in the New Hampshire legislature. As the youngest of five, Laura moved to Nashua in fourth grade after her father’s career took the family to Texas. At Georgetown University, she shifted her focus from government to history, eventually studying Middle Eastern cultures in Turkey. This led her to a Ma...
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4 months ago
44 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
She jumped out of airplanes before jumping into politics.
Representative Erica Layon's path to the New Hampshire House weaves through California sunshine, MIT classrooms, the adrenaline-charged floors of options trading, and the open skies of skydiving before landing in the granite landscape of New Hampshire politics. Growing up in a master-planned California community, Layon's intellectual curiosity led her to remarkable experiences even before college. Her high school offered an extraordinary opportunity—a year-long cadaver class where students d...
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5 months ago
39 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Peace Corps, Parenthood, and Political Life
Senator Rebecca Perkins Kwoka takes us on a remarkable journey from her childhood living above a family-owned Dairy Queen to her current role as Senate Democratic Leader in New Hampshire. With warmth and humor, she reveals how the practical lessons from her small business upbringing continue to shape her approach to both politics and parenthood. "No one is coming to save you," she reflects, describing the self-reliance instilled by her early years decorating ice cream cakes and serving custo...
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5 months ago
42 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Beyond the Diamond: Fisher Cats' New Leader
Taylor Fisher's remarkable journey from teenage fan to General Manager of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats epitomizes the American dream of turning passion into profession. Growing up just 45 minutes away in Merrimack, Massachusetts, Taylor attended Fisher Cats games decades before he would ever imagine running the organization. His story serves as proof that with determination, education, and a clear vision, careers in sports are attainable. The serendipity of sharing a last name with the team...
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6 months ago
39 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Erin Hennessey: The Quiet Power Behind Democracy's Paperwork
6 months ago
39 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Life Beyond Politics: Senator Ruth Ward's Global Journey
Ruth Ward's remarkable life story unfolds like a sweeping epic across continents and decades. Born to missionary parents in China during World War II, her earliest memories include watching American planes flying over Peking after her father was tragically shot when she was just seven years old. As Communist forces advanced, her pregnant mother navigated their escape with five children, beginning a harrowing seven-week journey aboard an ocean liner equipped with minesweepers to detect floatin...
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6 months ago
45 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
The Life Beyond Politics: Jeb Bradley Unplugged
In our latest episode of Anything But Politics, we sat down with former NH Senate President Jeb Bradley—not to talk policy, but to explore the person behind the politics. From performing street magic in Switzerland to summiting New Hampshire’s tallest peaks 576 times, Jeb's life story is full of surprises. He shares unforgettable stories, hiking adventures around the globe, and life lessons shaped by decades of public service—and even more shaped by stepping outside it. 🎧 Tune in to hear the ...
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7 months ago
45 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Firefighter to State Rep: Tim Soucy's Journey
In the next episode of Anything but Politics, we sit down with State Representative Tim Soucy—an eight-term lawmaker, a veteran firefighter, and a surprisingly formidable golfer. Join us as we explore his journey from growing up in Nashua to serving his community both in the firehouse and the State House. Soucy shares gripping stories from his 29-year career as a firefighter, including the close call that nearly cost him everything. We also dive into his passion for golf, his love for Andrea ...
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7 months ago
52 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Anything But Politics Ep.5 Denise Ricciardi
Get ready for an inspiring and entertaining episode of Anything But Politics! This week, hosts Tiffany Eddy and Tom Prasol sit down with the unstoppable Senator Denise Ricciardi—an advocate, a fighter, and a true force to be reckoned with. From her grassroots battle against a cell tower in her neighborhood to her tireless work in the New Hampshire Senate, Senator Ricciardi shares her incredible journey of persistence, public service, and people-first politics. But this episode isn’t just abou...
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8 months ago
37 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Anything But Politics Ep.4 Sue Prentiss
Get ready for another captivating installment of Anything But Politics with Senator Sue Prentiss as she takes us behind the scenes of life in public service—and beyond. In the upcoming episode, Senator Prentiss opens up about moments when every second counted. From rushing to on-site emergencies at the state house to navigating unexpected car accidents outside its doors, she shares firsthand accounts of being exactly where she needed to be with the right skill set. But it’s not all high-stake...
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8 months ago
57 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Anything But Politics Ep. 3 Dr. David Nagel
In this episode of Anything But Politics, hosts Tiffany Eddy and Tom Prasol welcome Dr. David Nagel, a physician, author, and second-term New Hampshire legislator, to share his fascinating life story and groundbreaking work. From growing up in the snow-laden town of Orchard Park, New York, to his time in Alaska working with the Indian Health Service, Dr. Nagel takes us on a journey of resilience, advocacy, and leadership. Dr. Nagel discusses his book Needless Suffering, which tackles how soci...
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9 months ago
35 minutes

Anything BUT Politics
Forget platitudes—this one is all lived-in detail and hard-won hope. We sit down with Stefany Shaheen to talk about what really builds a life: teams, family, and the quiet discipline of showing up when it’s hard. She takes us from captaining high school volleyball and basketball to coaching her daughter’s team, and then to the hot corner at Duke where her son now plays. The lessons are the same at every level: work for each other, bounce back fast, and let the team make you better. Health be...