Mount Airy Couple Gains A World-Wide Audience Through Podcasting
Mount Airy, NC (ContentDesk)April 5, 2006 -- One local couple is taking the future of entertainment into their own hands and finding world-wide success.
Chad and Amanda Barnard are the hosts of Me & The Bean, a bi-weekly podcast that, in their own words, discusses their life, Mayberry loonies and whatever comes to mind. The podcast is experiencing monthly growth since its inception in June of 2005 and currently boasts over five hundred listeners in over ten countries.
For the last six months Me & The Bean has been in the Top 20 out of 6000+ podcasts at one of the prominent podcast directories, Podcast Pickle and consistently in the top 300 out of 11,000+ podcasts at the industry leading Podcast Alley.Listeners seem to connect with Chads (Me) wry sense of humor and Amandas (The Bean) magnetic personality and adorable laugh.
Its not just listeners that seem interested either.
Me & The Bean were inducted into one of the first and still widely respected podcasting groups, The 138.
They also have caught the attention of two of the emerging podcasting networks who are bidding to have Me & The Bean in their fold.Who would have thought that a one-time weekend-only hobby is now turning into a marketable commodity?
Me & The Bean are proving that it can be done and that ordinary people can be the face of new entertainment..
The Top Diaper Bags for Stylish and Savvy Moms
Forget bears and bunnies. Today's diaper bags are all aboutmom and her needs: The need to be organized. The need tofeel stylish. The need to have daddy lug the thing aroundonce in awhile.First, some general guidelines from veteran moms:1. Always, always, always try it on first.
And if possible, stuff it with as much junk as you plan tocarry on a regular basis. This is the only way to tell ifit's everything fits, if it's too heavy, and if it will beeasy for you to carry.2. When in doubt, make it black. Yes, the new Kalencom Retro Tall Diaper Tote in pink poodlesis awfully cute ($39.90 at Oh BabyGift.com), but choosethis, and you don't have a prayer of getting your hubby tocarry it for you. Ever.3.
First functional, then fashionable.It is wonderful that there are so many new designer diaperbags out there. But cool doesn't cut it when you're in themall with a screaming baby, and you can't find the pacifierbecause your diaper bag has no pockets or compartments.What's New, What's...
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All About: Diaper Bags
A diaper bag, as the name suggests is quite obviously a bag that stores diapers. However, most have enough space for a wide range of baby accessories and have proved to be a wonderful solution for busy parents.
A diaper bag stores diapers, toys, medicines, pacifiers, snacks and anything else you might need to keep baby comfortable and happy. As a matter of fact, diaper bags are as important as a diaper -- an equally indispensable part of a baby's growing up years.
Over the years, diaper bags have evolved immensely and are now custom-made in a variety of styles and colors to compliment mom and baby on their day out.
Created primarily for convenience, some modern bags are a superb blend of logic and design, proving to be extremely functional as well as fashionable.
Traditionally, diaper bags were bulky carry-alls, made out of plastic(meant to be leak-proof) with one huge pocket and several smaller ones. They looked outdated and highly unattractive....
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Designer Bags - 5 Reason Why You Should Carry Them
Did you see the handbag, tote or purse of your dreams?
Is there a bag that calls out to you, saying BUY ME.
You know, maybe you should listen to your heart and treat yourself to that gorgeous bag.
These are the reasons why you should get it.
1. You don't have to worry about size. Unlike dresses, skirts, pants and all forms of clothing, that bag fits you whether you are a size zero or a plus size, that bag fits, no matter what. That means, if you mess up your diet, gain weight, lose weight.. whatever happens, that bag still fits you.
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That one handbag works with many outfits. You get plenty of mileage and it lasts for years. Divide the price of the bag by the number of times you might use it over the next ten years or longer if it is a classic design. That way, the price doesn't seem so intimidating after all.
3. That designer bag is all about quality.
High quality materials are used to make the...
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Air Bags 40% to 70% Cheaper Than Dealer Prices
Consumers, body shops and auto insurance companies nationwide are getting online to buy auto srs air bags and air bag replacement parts from airbags-oem.com. Savings from 40 to 70 percent less than auto dealer prices. With the expensive cost of new airbags from auto dealers, airbags-oem.com is saving consumers and insurance companies up to and more than $1000.00 on every air bag set sold.
A consumer was quoted saying "I purchased a drivers steering wheel air bag, passenger air bag and the air bag module and was amazed how much money I saved".
Used never deployed factory OEM airbags are a solid option.
The major benefits are quality and much less strain on my pocketbook.
The convenience of www.airbags-oem.com is amazing. Just click on the order airbag at the bottom left of the homepage and fill out the request form. A knowledgeable representative will contact you within 12 hrs by phone or email...
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Chocolate: You've Come a Long Way, Baby
The history of chocolate is a rich and interesting one. Most of the world didn't know chocolate existed until Columbus went to the Americas and took the cacao bean with him back to Spain. However, it wasn't until the Conquistadors went to Mexico that the Spaniards really discovered the wonders of cacao.The Aztecs and Mayans worshipped the cacao bean and believed it was a food of the Gods. The Aztecs used it as both nourishment and currency. They believed the fruit of the cacao tree imparted wisdom and they made a special drink with it called xocolatl, of which the Aztec emperor Montezuma is said to have consumed large amounts every day.
When the Spaniards conquered the Aztecs, they were fascinated by cacao but thought the xocolatl drink was too bitter, so they added cane sugar to it and drank it hot, thus creating the first hot cocoa.The Spanish kept their new discovery a secret from the rest of Europe for about 100 years.
With the decline of Spain as a power, the...
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Meditation Chairs
Meditation chairs can enhance the experience of exploration by allowing you to sit in a comfortable and relaxed position during your relaxation session. If you have back problems or limited flexibility, the chair offers a comfortable alternative to sitting on the floor.
For those just beginning the practice of meditation, a sitting device can be an effective way of enhancing focus and concentration. There are different types of chairs available including meditation benches, ergonomically designed tilt chairs and inflatable cushions.
A meditation bench allows you to sit in alignment without putting undue pressure on your back.
A tilt chair also supports your back while allowing you to remain in the optimum upright position. Many companies providing meditation supplies also manufacture portable meditation chairs, inflatable cushions and folding benches, so that you can meditate in any setting or environment. A portable chair is an excellent investment...
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