Think of this episode as Meander With Maddie 101! I give a brief intro, discuss why I started the podcast, what 'meandering' means to me, and my hopes and goals for the podcast. 

Stephanie Boegle is a master of social work (MSW) candidate currently studying at Adelphi University located on Long Island, NY. Her studies at Adelphi are the culmination of seven years within higher education. Needless to say, her path to her master's was not the straight and narrow. 

Stephanie is my cousin, and I've watched in awe at her determination and fortitude in the face of many obstacles and uncertainty along this path. She has attended four different schools, obtained three other degrees, and experienced both an academic probation and medical leave along the way.

In this episode we detail every part of Stephanie's journey, discuss why pursuing her education was so important, and touch upon the challenges those in social work and substance abuse work face. This is a must listen for any student, especially those going towards their MSW!

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Linda Hexter is an endurance athlete who has biked across the country with Bike and Build, hiked the Appalachian Trail, and lived in four different cities and states throughout her adventures. 

Linda is a good friend and we met while living in Tampa, FL and bonded over our love for running (I neglect to mention in the episode she is also a marathoner who won the Clearwater Marathon this past January!). 

Linda's sense of adventure and commitment to it is exactly why I wanted to have her on the podcast. Her literal journeys have influenced her life, relationships, and mental health, all of which we dive into together. 

Keep an eye out for the first season dropping Summer 2022!