Pull up a chair for this heartwarming episode where Nora and Craig share some of their favorite and never before heard stories with Freddy. Hear all about their trip to the Pentagon and a different government agency that may or may not have made them redact some of this episode. Are they investigating the girl from cape cod who has never even had a speeding ticket? Plus, "buckle" up for a heaping helping of "3 truths and a fib" Thanksgiving edition!

Schmalls Fest 2025 is a wrap! Nora and Craig are home in Maine and they’re happily exhausted from planning, preparing and executing this powerful event. Listen in as they reflect on the origins of Schmalls Fest and all the beauty that this night has brought into their lives over the ten years it’s been in existence. Find out more about the John Purvis "Big Deal" Award and its first ever recipient. Plus, a shocking Critter Update, is there a band of critter thieves on the loose in Maine?

Master Sergeant (Ret.) Ysa Rubio returns to the podcast for this special Veterans Day episode! Put your ears at parade rest as this Special Operations veteran shares insights from his incredible career and his newest challenges that include: Ultra Marathon running, transitioning from active duty to active Dad, and reconnecting with himself after service. All this plus Craig and Ysa share funny boot camp stories and answer Nora's questions about the unique challenges veterans face today. 

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Completing the Marine Corps Marathon has been a dream of Craig’s for years and on it's 50th anniversary he made it happen! Listen in as he and Nora reflect and laugh at the long road to this important race and all the emotional milestones and memories along the way. Plus, Craig responds to listeners questions, shares what worked and what didn’t and how he fueled up before and during the race. Also, find out how the royal family influenced the weirdly specific length of the marathon.

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Nora and Craig share their beautifully hectic week that included, the official launch of their nonprofit The Stubbornly Positive Project, a trip to Oklahoma for a speaking engagement for Craig where Nora received a standing ovation, and hosting two of Craig's oldest friends for the long weekend. Plus a trip to the Damariscotta Pumpkin Festival & Pumpkin Regatta and Three Truths and a Fib: Candy Corn Edition. 

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It's a perfect fall day in Maine and Nora and Craig are thrilled to bring you along to one of their favorite places and introduce you to Ralph Hamill: an Oyster Farmer, a Cardiologist, a Hockey Player and an incredible example of Stubborn Positivity. Listen in as he shares his passion for our planet and the beautiful ways he's working to make life better, and more tasty, for all of us. He loves what he does so much that he "conveniently"  forgot to mention that it was his birthday! *Be prepared for some technical glitches as our hosts learn more about their new travel microphones and recording with only two mics out in the wild.* 

As the season changes our hosts are realizing that they can “sail through the changing ocean tides and handle the seasons of their lives”.  In this episode Nora and Craig discuss their takeaways from a surprisingly disheartening post-op appointment following their pregnancy loss. They reflect on the emotional and physical challenges they’ve faced and how they’ve regained their footing through Stubborn Positivity, connection, and spending time in nature. All this because of the power of a magic baby, embracing changes and overcoming the fear of being vulnerable. 

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Open up and say, "AAAAmber The Oral Health Crusader"!! This week Nora and Craig are joined by Amber Lombardi IPDH: a Maine dental hygienist whose vision, passion, dedication and mobile dental clinic are “filling the gaps” for Maine’s veterans and most vulnerable populations. Hold on to your molars as she shares her incredible journey from navigating the healthcare system as a young mother in need, to tackling one of it's nastiest cavities with her mobile dental clinics and whole hearted approach. Plus a rapid fire Q&A session that will answer questions about oral health you didn't know you had! Mainely Teeth has expanded services to over 200 sites across the state along with three brick-and-mortar offices and two mobile dental clinics that provide care to all 16 counties in Maine. Amber is an incredible example of humanity, courage and the epitome of Stubborn Positivity! The short documentary about Amber, "Filling the Gaps", that we mention throughout the episode is linked below! 

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What are some self-care tips that Nora and Craig have picked up in the last week? Plus, hear the special story of how Fred sent them some new important friends and a new segment where they give advice to listeners who share a challenge they’re facing. This week Nora & Craig dive into: "How to handle extended family who really dislike how you think".

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In this episode Nora and Craig discuss what has helped them navigate the uncertain waters of grief after their pregnancy loss. Resident Stubbornly Positive therapist Jess Kwerel, LPC, LCPC, pays a visit to help respond to a very important listener question about vulnerability and provide important grief guidance. Plus an exciting announcement about a new project! 

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