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🏋️‍♂️🐶 We’re picking up where we left off with Robert and wrapping up our CrossFit conversation before shifting gears into nutrition, his new job in construction, and his personal religious journey. From lifting heavy and fueling your body to building a career and finding a deeper sense of purpose, we’re talking about the experiences that shape who we are and the twists and turns that help us figure it all out. Because sometimes finding yourself takes a little sweat, a few life lessons, and maybe a four-legged sidekick along the way! 🐾🔥

May you end your day wiser… and maybe ready to pick up something heavy!💪

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This week, we’re hanging with Robert Yates to talk CrossFit, canine dad life, country music, Carolina Panthers football, and the wonderfully messy business of figuring out who the heck you are in your late 20s! From lifting heavy and loving hard to finding your footing in adulthood, Robert brings his own perspective on building a life that feels like YOU. We’re talking fitness, fandom, four-legged family members, and everything in between. Because sometimes finding yourself means picking up a barbell, turning up the country music, cheering for the Panthers, and letting your dog remind you what unconditional love looks like. 🐾🤠🏈

May you end your day wiser… and maybe with a few more dog pictures on your phone! 😂

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Liz has a Martha Stewart obsession, and ladies, it’s getting serious. From picture-perfect homes and next-level entertaining to the art of making everyday life look effortlessly fabulous, we’re diving into the world of Martha and asking the important questions: Is it really possible to have it all together, or are we all just hiding the mess in another room? 😂 Join the Cougars for a little domestic inspiration, a lot of cougar commentary, and a reminder that living your best life doesn’t require a perfectly folded napkin… but it certainly doesn’t hurt!💋

May you end your day wiser!!!🥂

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Get ready to drop it low, shake what your mama gave ya🍑, and bring a little hip-hop heat to Lake Norman! 🎵 This week on Cougar College, we’re joined by the fabulous Jena Bowman, who’s bringing the beats, the booty shakes, and the confidence with the opening of the FIRST Fly Dance Fitness studio in North Carolina! We’re talking hip-hop, empowerment, finding your confidence, and why sometimes the best therapy comes with a killer beat and a little booty pop. 💃🔥 Tune in for big moves, big energy, and plenty of laughs as Jena shows us what happens when women..and men… turn up the volume and own the dance floor!

May you end your day wiser… and maybe with a few new moves! 🐾💃

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Apparently one episode of L. Feighery’s favorite crimes just wasn’t enough. 🔪 In Part 2 of The Cougar Crime Files, we dive even deeper into the cases that fascinate her most—with twists, disturbing details, questionable rabbit holes, and plenty of Cougar commentary along the way. Because nothing says girls’ night quite like serial killers, true crime, and a healthy pour of Kraken Rum. 🐾🩸🍹 Consider this your warning: things are about to get delightfully dark.

May you end your day….with all your organs still intact🫀🤭🫣

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L. Feighery is BACK, and ready to regale us with their favorite crimes—because apparently this is what we do for fun now. 😂 We’re diving into the twisted tales of Jeffrey Dahmer, BTK, and Ted Bundy, with a healthy dose of “WHY are we fascinated by this?!” and, naturally, a side of Kraken Rum. 🥃🔪🐾 Consider this your invitation to pull up a chair, pour yourself something questionable, and enter the Cougar Crime Files…because L. Feighery has thoughts.

May you end your day….still above ground🤭😱👻🫣!!!!!

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What if getting older wasn’t about slowing down—what if it was about getting better at living? In Episode 60, the Cougars dive into the fascinating world of the Blue Zones and explore what some of the world’s longest-living people may be doing differently. From food and movement to purpose, friendships, community, and the simple daily habits that keep us thriving, we’re asking the BIG question: How do we live longer without forgetting to actually LIVE? Because Cougar College has never been about acting our age… it’s about making every year count, having a little fun along the way, and aging like the fabulous Cougars we are. 🐾🔥

May you end your day wiser!!!👵🏻

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This week, we’re talking all things Lake Norman with the woman who seems to know EVERYONE—and everything😉! Mamie Lee is a local influencer, radio show host, and editor of Lake Norman Woman Magazine, giving her a front-row seat to the people, businesses, stories, and personalities that make this community so damn interesting. From behind the microphone to behind the magazine pages, Mamie shares her own journey, what she’s learned about connection and community, and why Lake Norman is so much more than a pretty lake with a lot of boats. 🚤😉 Buckle up, Cougars…this one is a local love letter with a little attitude. 🐾🔥

May you end your day wiser!!!😎

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One year ago, 210 Collective was a dream. Today? They’re celebrating their ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY on September 8th and dreaming even bigger! 🎉 We’re welcoming back our girl Heidi Karant to catch us up on an incredible first year of 210 Collective—what they’ve built, the people they’ve impacted, and the BIG vision for what comes next. And because apparently one year wasn’t enough excitement…they’re now launching a “Buying a Building” campaign to create a permanent place to call their own. 🏢❤️ From a dream to a community to a future with four walls and a whole lot of heart—this is one Cougar comeback you don’t want to miss! 🐾

May you end your day wiser!!!

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This week, we’re getting to know the woman behind the art. ❤️ Kathy Feighery joins us to share her personal journey—how she basically fell into the creative world (even though she was clearly always meant to have a paintbrush in her paw..er hand), the experiences that shaped her as an artist in art school, and what ultimately led her to create 26 Division. We also take a deep dive into some hilarious tales from her childhood in Ireland. Kathy’s story is heartfelt, hilarious, inspiring—and proof that some Cougars are just born with a little extra creative claw. 🎨✨🐾

May you end your day wiser!!!🖌️

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From maggot farmers to dog food tasters, Episode 56 is taking a deep dive into the weirdest, wildest, and downright “wait…THAT’S A REAL JOB?” careers out there. 🤯 We’re talking jobs you never knew existed, jobs you definitely couldn’t make up, and a few that might make you rethink your current career choice. Because apparently, there really is a job for everyone…even if that job involves maggots. 🪰🍷🐾

May you end your day wiser!!!🤭

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Are urban legends actually true…or have we just been telling the same creepy stories for generations because they’re WAY too good to let die? 👀 From haunted bridges and old wives tales to “did that really happen??” — we’re diving headfirst into the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully questionable. Grab your skeptical side and your “I totally believe this” side…because these Cougars have some true-ish tales to tell. 🐾👻

May you end your day horrified….errr we mean wiser!!!🤭

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Who says your biggest adventures have to happen when you’re young? In this episode, we’re talking women’s roles through the decades, reinvention, courage, and the freedom to chase something completely unexpected later in life. Mayor Janet Simpson joins us to share her story of stepping into new roles, breaking expectations, and proving that there is NO expiration date on ambition, purpose, or badassery. 💪✨

May you end your day like a boss babe!!!😘

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Ever wondered what all the buzz is really about? This week we’re joined by Justin from Queen’s Orders Honey to dive into the fascinating world of bees, honey and the tiny queens running the show. 👑

We’re talking hives, hard work, sweet rewards, trouble shooting and a few bee facts that just might blow your mind (Spoiler Alert - the girl bees aka the worker bees..don’t play around y’all😂)

So grab your favorite honey themed snack and get ready for a conversation that’s equal parts educational, entertaining, and unmistakably Cougar College🤭

🎙️ Episode 53 – Bee-hind the Buzz is streaming now wherever you get your podcasts!

May you end your day wizzzzer🐾🐝

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We’re climbing the cougar family trees and discovering the stories, surprises, and maybe even a few skeletons hiding in the branches! From fascinating ancestors to unexpected connections, this episode proves that sometimes the best adventures start by looking back!

So…who do you think you are? Tune in and let’s find out!

May you end your day wiser🐾

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Episode 51 is LIVE y’all!!

This episode is so much more than golf. John shares his lifelong love of the game, the wild story of meeting his wife😳, the joy of celebrating one of his daughter’s beautiful wedding, and why he’s so passionate about supporting his wife’s incredible nonprofit, 210 Collective.

It’s full of laughs, heart, and proof that life doesn’t always follow the fairway—but sometimes that’s where the best stories begin!

May you end your day wiser🐾

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Some conversations stay with you long after the microphones are turned off, and this is one of them. In Part 2, our dear friend Erik continues sharing his journey of faith, coming out, and learning to fully embrace who God created him to be.

This episode reminded us that living authentically isn’t always easy, but there is so much freedom and beauty in finally choosing to be yourself. We laughed, got emotional, and left this conversation with even more love and appreciation for Erik’s courage and honesty.

We’re so grateful he trusted us with his story, and we know his words will touch so many hearts. 💜

May you end your day wiser🐾

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Our good friend Erik sits down with us for a powerful, real, and unexpectedly tender conversation about living an authentic life. From his coming out journey to navigating faith and Christianity along the way, Erik opens up about the tension, the growth, and the grace it takes to become fully yourself.

This one is about truth without performance, faith without fear, and learning how to hold all the parts of your story at the same time. We laughed, we got honest, and we probably said a few things that’ll sit with you long after it’s over.

If you’ve ever been in the middle of becoming who you are—this episode is for you. 🤍🎧

May you end your day wiser🐾

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This week, we’re diving into the wildly unpredictable world of animal rescue with Stephanie! Pun definitely intended🤭

From rescuing animals that most people wouldn’t know how to approach to caring for giant breeds with even bigger hearts, Stephanie shares what it really takes to give these animals a second chance. We talk about the challenges, the unforgettable success stories, and the kind of day that might include ordering baby squirrel milk online, taking a turkey on rides to Starbucks, and contemplating teaching bats how to fly by jumping out of trees.

Tune in for an inspiring, yet chaotic🤣conversation that’s full of heart, a little mayhem, and a whole lot of love for the animals who need it most🩷

May you end your day wiser🐾

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You think today’s world is weird? Just wait until you hear the laws that somehow survived the test of time. 😂

In this episode, we’re diving into the most ridiculous, head-scratching, “there’s NO way that’s real” laws that are technically still hanging around. From bizarre rules you could accidentally break to laws that make you wonder what happened to inspire them in the first place…we’re laughing our way through all of it.

Grab your favorite drink, prepare to question humanity, and come find out if you’ve unknowingly been living life as an outlaw. 🤠⚖️

🎙️ Episode 47 is streaming now any and everywhere you listen!!

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