When Rocks Talk: Recent Episodes
Robert Rocha
Feel like you're being pulled too far left or right? When ups and downs keep us searching for answers, this husband and wife team strive to stay focused despite life's unknowns. What keeps us anchored---here's a hint--it's a rock! Listen in as we tackle life with no skill but tons of enthusiasm. (Why not join in the madness? Three's a crowd!)
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The government is doing it all wrong; the right and left are talking about it all wrong.
Do you have the courage to stand firm and tell the truth or when adversity stares you in the face, will you fold?
"Who" do you have on your friend's list? Do they really know who you are? Time for a true friend reality check!
Sticks and stones...words "may" never hurt me? We beg to differ! What we say can do more than we think!
Fake news?! Maybe! Question everything and assume nothing. Why? Because "believe it or not"---every source has a trail, and every trail has a tale to tell. Fact or fiction--or matter of opinion!
Here's our origin story! Why did these "rocks" start talking?! Find out the "deets" as we take a trip down memory lane!
When Rocks Talk is thrilled to present faith-filled and fantastic Heidi Gray McGill, author of the inspiring Desire of My Heart novel, as she shares her unique insight on writing books, living a life of faith "seeing" differently, and much more!
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How do you avoid a bail out? Does the treasure holding your trust sink your ship or steer you clear of the jagged banks ahead?! It's time for an e"value"ation!
Is there such a thing as blinker fluid? Well, depends on how you look at it. What's your point of view? Two imperfect people talk life, craziness, and perspectives on this latest episode of When Rocks Talk!
We're Back! You might be surprised at what you hear! Welcome to our crazy world once again!Â
With a nod to our faithful listeners and friends, the hostess gives a shout out and preview into what's next on the chatter schedule! Tune in, it's a bit different! Who knows, you may get a high-five on air!Â
It's Christmas! Today we talk Nativity and how snow, in the Bible, is used as a metaphor for cleansing us of our sins.
Find out what the When Rocks Talk crew is up to, now that they have closed a small chapter in their December. Plus, could this be the first video they make public?
With this filler episode as we transition from Thanksgiving to Christmas, April and I just relax and conversate while we recover from our food coma.
How can you continue the thankful theme long after your turkey's cooked? Sometimes leftovers are better than the meal itself. The leftover glow from a thankful heart can taste sweeter when we eat and repeat on tasty morsels of gratefulness daily.
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"We fight at home" to keep the Nuclear Family alive. Find out where we get our motivation.
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Do you know what to do in the event of a nuclear explosion? Don't worry, you're not alone. Most people have no idea either. Hopefully in one hour, you'll have a better idea.
In this episode we talk about how to defend and prevent yourself from being a victim of a home intruder and/or an active shooter.
What does Coffee, Voting, and Safety all have in common? Find out in this week's episode.
Safety 1st
Vote 2nd
Wrapping up the Seed series with "faith" and how it relates to mustard and... scented markers?
With great Labor comes great Rest. There's only One who can hall all your burdens away... and a wheelbarrow is not required.
The description is in the title.
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Did you know that Christians aren't perfect? None of us are. So what can we do? Tune in for laughs and Robert as we talk about how we, as Christians, should follow Jesus.
It's family time with the two talking rocks and their two pebbles! Let the cringing begin as we share jokes of a different kind and a conversation that hopefully leaves you chuckling and wincing at the same time!
Check in as we check out what triggers us! What does getting triggered mean? We've got our bullet points and our focus group, now it's time to take aim at what makes us all a little mental!Â
Can you tell the difference between false identity and true identity; more so, what is "Truth"? Let's discuss.
Should we take pride in what we see in ourselves? Lines blur, and images falter. What remains when all the outside noise is silenced? Is who we are what we see reflected in a mirror? Let's get out of the 2-Dimensional and break that 3rd wall!
Who do you say you are? Who does the world say you are? Is it the same or different? Let's talk about it.
Are you struggling with a case of stolen or misleading identity? Does your ID display the whole story? It's all about perception, and how little we know about the entire picture. Let's pull our identification stats and compare notes. Who am I anyway?!Â
"Selfie" today, who are you tomorrow? Do we follow the trends to find ourselves? Or do we find ourselves despite "what's trending?!" For those of us who struggle with our social media identity, what defines us goes deeper than staying in the shallow waters of the Twitter pool.Â
There is no landscape view on what we preview on social media, so whatsapp?! How can we gain a wider perspective on what's happening without checking out the latest social status?Â
Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and all the other social media parasites, which one is sucking the life out of you?!
Feeling alive again?! So are we! Resurrection Day has come and gone but the message resonates! Want to feel lighter? Listen in!
Do your cheeks hurt yet? How we react when conflict happens can be a game changer! Don't let this next episode catch you off guard! It's time to talk smack!Â
What do we do when someone slaps us in the face? Hit back? Throw down an insult? Walk away?! Our chat gets all kinds of cheeky as we tackle conflict on this big stage we call "life!"Â
2021 is in our rearview mirror! What's next for 2022?! It's annual playback time, as we chat changes, share playful predictions, similarities, and trends of this year and beyond. Who knows what lies ahead, but we certainly can learn from our history! Â
Light a candle, it's time for that special holiday! How do you celebrate the 25th? Once the lights have all dimmed and the presents have all been unwrapped, what remains?! You'll find out if you listen in!Â
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Ready for a snowball fight?! Nah, but seriously, we're game! Are you?! Frosty returns as we chatter about ice and chill out! Grab a hot cocoa and a candy cane and get comfy as we talk "SNOW DAYS!"Â
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Recovering from Thanksgiving and gearing up for Christmas requires rest. Here's a filler as we do just that...rest.
Gobble, gobble! Stuff yourself with an overabundance of laughs and chatter on this episode. It's time for the Thanksgiving Special! You're an honored guest at our table. How we do share in the bounty and spread the banquet of thankfulness to others?! It's time to get your turkey on!Â
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But seriously, it's Story Time! If you crave some fun(ny) and uplifting stories from two talking rocks--grab a seat and settle in! It's time for share and tell!
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It's been a minute, but we are back. So let's pound some eggnog and get the Holidays started.
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We reveal the skeleton in our closet in this next episode! It's time for throwback Thursday on a Monday. As we are at the end of Season 1, we take you back to where it all began. It's the pilot--of the pilot! Hold onto your ear buds folks, and get ready for a bumpy ride!Â
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Have we lost our Gratitude? The world has pulled us away from our thoughts of being Thankful. Let's allow an 11 year old to set the meaning straight.
Let us elaborate on the Title... The End of Season 1
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It's back to school but how do you "paste" yourself?! Sometimes mixed feelings and emotions can get a little sticky and cling to children and parents as the new school year approaches. Are you excited or anxious when the school bell rings again?! We hope you stay glued to your seats as we unpack our supply list and take notes.Â
Have you ever felt like there was so much you wanted to do, but you had little time to do it in? Us too! Life on earth is short. People make bucket lists. Why? What's the purpose? Does our list leave us feeling fulfilled, accomplished or--less than---until...? We pour out our bucket list and examine the contents.
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One host "tells all" revealing the secret behind those bulging veins, tapping toes and scowling eyes--well scratch that last one, (that's his normal look ;) It's time for a therapy session y'all as we get real about "how to deal" with pet peeves. We hope you empathize as we track what keeps us from checking out when we should be holding ourselves in check.Â
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Here's a "blockbuster" of an episode! What "kind" of a character are you willing to play? Life's a stage, are you willing to let others take the starring role? Now's your chance to play the "lead" by "leading others" by example.Â
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What makes you chuckle, giggle, let loose a loud guffaw?! Do you know? Here's hoping this episode tickles your funny bone aka...your humerus! Hint, hint--it's all about comedy. Life is our stage as we give a nod to all things we and others might find "humorous."
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Love is a battlefield. Sound familiar?! Well it should! And we aren't just talking about song lyrics! Sacrifice, respect, and a healthy dose of determination can help make warriors out of any married couple. Instead of looking for an opportunity to jab at our spouse's downfalls, let's lift each other up! Alright listeners, let's take one for the "marriage team," and get this episode started!
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How do you stop your cravings from directing your actions? Once you've tasted and seen what is good, why go back to all the junk?! Is what you desire good for you or bad for you in the long term? Let's stop the regrets before they start and moderate!
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Our hamster wheels are turning! How can we spin this? Is it mind over matter or... that the thoughts in your mind "matter"? Do you find negative thoughts gaining momentum? Do they spiral out of control? Â We can be overwhelmed, weighted down by burdens, temptations, unhealthy urges. There is a way to maintain! Try THRPLGEP! (Don't worry, it's not a product we're selling!) What is it? Pop in your earbuds and tune in as we reveal the tools we use to fight harmful mind games!Â
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What movies make your top 20 list of "all-time"? What makes a movie--timeless---as a "matter of opinion?" Feel free to chime-in with your top movies of all time. (contact us after listening!) Your VIP seats await you as we get you up close and personal with how one movie-fanatic host picks his top 20 movie list! And "Action!" End scene.
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What is freedom to us? Do we have the right perspective on what it means to be free? Let the fireworks begin! If you're expecting a light show, just sit back and see with your imagination! It's time to illuminate the darkness and bring fresh eyes (or ears) to our Independence Day celebration! What will this episode spark in you?! Hopefully, it will be a beautiful showing that stays with you long after the smoke has cleared!Â
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How do families function? There is no black or white to how we keep the important people in our lives front and center. Every family is different! We bring our favorite people into the conversation as we chat about how this family manages to matter to each other. What's your vision of what the ideal family is? If you need support, encouragement, or a little bit of laughter, who can you turn to? Just to let you know, when you tune in and join our conversation, you become a part of our When Rocks Talk family! Eavesdroppers are welcome!Â
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Sometimes we feel like we've reached the height of life, only to lose our balance in the end. Ever feel like the moment you were living the high life everything (or yourself) comes crashing down? Are you proud of the shoes you're wearing as you walk a fine line? Let's strap on a quality pair of shoes (with deep tread) as we try to remain grounded venturing onto this tightrope we call life. What is our life net? Everybody falls "sometimes."
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Have you ever needed a redo?! Some minutes you wish you had back? This was our moment! So listen as we lean in, chill, and relay our random thoughts to each other. It's all about the conversation--and a little bit of "getting to know you" mixed in!Â
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Wondering what this episode is all about?! Well you're just gonna have to be patient and you'll find out!
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In this latest episode, we play dentist and try our best to get to the root of what wisdom is all about. Hopefully we don't hit any nerves! How can you get smart to the "tooth" behind life-affirming wisdom versus an endless quest for more knowledge? It's time to lean in, smile and brace yourself as we extract what we can to determine what real wisdom means to us!Â
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If your life were a song, what would it sound like to others? Â Is the art of expression we fill our ears with the kind that lifts us up or trips us up? Why do we long for transformative music--melodies that pull us in and reveal the beauty that we are made to express? Join us as we tackle the question: "Why is music an integral part of our lives?"Â
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For richer or poorer, what's love got to do with it? What or who is the object of our affection? We dig deep into our pockets to find out why a little green can go a long way, as long as it doesn't go too far! Want to bring a little balance to your bank account? Listen for the "Cha-Ching" as these Rocks talk it out!
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The Force is strong in this special episode. Before you head to Tosche Station to pick up your power converters, kick back, grab yourself a tall glass of blue milk and join us in the fun as we make the kessel run from 1977 to 2021... in less than 12 parsecs of course!
A garden needs good soil, good seeds, and plenty of tender care to grow into something beautiful. Likewise, relationships need healthy foundations, thoughtful people, and mutual positive nourishment to help us grow into the people we want to be. What happens when bad company/bad seeds get thrown into the mix? How can you tell the good plant from the poison ivy? Get out your gardening gear, it's time to dig deep!Â
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Life is full of moments that challenge our sense of what we control. How do we cope with things we just can't foresee? What events in our life have taken the "I got this" mentality and replaced it with a "I have no idea, but it's okay." Here's our inside track to "when sour fruit comes our way, it's time to juice the lemons!" What do you do when chaos comes? Seatbelts on folks! Let's do this thing!Â
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Dust off your magnifying glass as we spot the clues behind how technology triggers our need for more! It's moments like these that bring out the detective in all of us. Like malware, does some technology have an intent that seems a tad seedy? Are there any prime suspect technologies that don't have a sound alibi? Follow the trail while we sniff out our own personal testimonies and put the power of reasoning to use. There's no dodging the truth here! We'll cover ground from flip phones to profile pic posers! It's time to find the culprit and frame him...err put him where he belongs!Â
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If there was ever a time for a do-over, would 2020 be your year?! In the chaos, can there be a bright side? How did we handle the "curve" while it was on the rise? Not very well, but then imperfection is a shared community trait! Dilemmas great or small, we chat it up and out of our system as 2021 rolls in. Want front-side seats to our thought process? Here you go, it's time to take one for the team! Buckle up and let's get started on a trip down Corona Lane.Â
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Want to listen to a mad scramble? Follow us on our rabbit trail as we tackle topics from "nothing" to New Year's! You might find yourself getting a little lost along the way, but like Alice, the fun is in the journey. Tune in and "watch" what happens next.
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Introducing a colorful mish mosh of clips from a new and "hopefully" up and coming podcast about all the travails and trip-ups that come our way. What do you do to stay sane in an insane world?! Listen in on how two mess-ups deal with all life's mess-ups! It gets rocky sometimes. Wanna know how two chatty rocks talk and tumble through all the ups and downs? To find out more--tune in!
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