Breakfast Benediction: Recent Episodes
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Need a blessing to start your day? Breakfast Benediction is a podcast hosted by comedian Kenny Smallhorn. Pour yourself a coffee, join for the laugh, stay for the blessing!
Welcome to Breakfast Benediction! In this episode, host Kenny Smallhorn introduces the new format ahead of the first interview. Thanks for listening along!
Kenny talks about country music, old people, bad dreams, and a potato peeler incident.
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Did your team win? Kenny talks game day snacks, Super Bowl commercials, the halftime show, and the Rams victory.
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Times change, and so do our trailers. Give this a listen to hear a trailer that better reflects the current version of Breakfast Benediction!
Have you ever used Tik Tok? Kenny explains why he downloaded the app. He also talks about late night Taco Bell runs and Zoom fatigue.
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Kenny prepares for the inch of snow that threatens to shut down Georgia. He also talks about how bad of a driver he is, and encourages listeners to hand-write a letter to someone.
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Back with another round of football talk: go sports! Kenny talks about Aldi pizza, coin tosses, and Skyline Chili.
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After an exciting NFL playoff weekend, Kenny gives his emotional takes on the wins and losses. He gives his prediction on who will win the Super Bowl, and also explains why he hates Aaron Rodgers.
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Breakfast Benediction has reached 50 episodes! This episode comments on the plan for 50 more.
Kenny discusses key rings, car repairs, and the cinematic masterpiece of Spiderman.
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In a very Bob-Ross-esque episode, Kenny walks through the process of steeping a cup of tea, and how it relates to mindfulness. Follow Kenny on Instagram and Twitter: @ksmallhorn4
In an episode that is a little all over the place, Kenny recommends a book about UFOlogists. He tells a few jokes that he wrote about grade school. Also, a comment on the legacy of Betty White.
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New year, new me: Kenny shares some resolutions for 2022. He also gives a recommendation to watch the new movie "Don't Look Up."
Kenny gives some news on the state of the podcast. Also, he gives a few affirmations to remind each person to treat themself with care and respect.
Kenny explains a Midwestern delicacy: the horseshoe.
Also, the Georgia powerball is putting up big numbers. What would anyone do with all that money?
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Everything else up to this point has sucked! But don't worry, because Breakfast Benediction is back with a new season to get things right.
The word 'embrace' hold many meanings and definitions. Kenny reflects on how the word has evolved in meaning to him.
Kenny cracks open his journal to explain some of the bizarre thoughts he has written down.
Kenny and Eva celebrate their anniversary at Cook Out, a regional fast food chain. They stuff their faces with cheese curds and hush puppies on the side of the road.
Taking a look at The Urban Monk, written by Pedram Shojai.
Links to his websites included:
https://www.theurbanmonk.com/
https://well.org/
Remember the days of old in the nostalgic documentary "The Last Blockbuster" found on Netflix
https://www.netflix.com/title/81354557
Encouragement this morning to make your bed! An easy task that will hopefully make your day more productive.
Reading Tweets returns with Kenny trying to get a laugh out of Eva.
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https://twitter.com/ddoniolvalcroze/status/1364248090870312964?s=20
"Journal writing is a voyage to the interior" -Christina Baldwin
This episode aims to inspire you to write whatever thoughts, feelings, or ideas you need to get out into your journal.
https://www.intelligentchange.com/blogs/read/20-types-of-journals-to-keep
Kenny and Eva take a couple's quiz to see how much they know about each other!
https://www.buzzfeed.com/bravo/how-well-do-you-know-your-significant-other?
Just five more minutes of sleep, please.
Here is your encouragement (enabling, even?) to just turn off the alarm and wake up the natural way!
Kenny flips through his journal entries on high blood pressure, going to the airport, and eating too many popsicles.
Thoughts on the new Netflix series "Headspace Guide to Meditation"
https://www.netflix.com/title/81280926
Last week, benedictions got a shout-out at the presidential inauguration.
As promised, here is the link to the benediction, as well as Andrea Gorman's poem:
https://www.c-span.org/video/?c4939668/rev-silvester-beaman-benediction
https://youtu.be/2mTmTdOgv0M
Maggie Skype's in to finish season one of Breakfast Benediction! We talk about Christmas decorations, coffee beans, and our Spotify Wrapped.
As promised, here are the links to the highlights:
www.midwestvseverybody.com
www.brittanyhoward.com
www.songexploder.net
Christmas song review is back!
This episode features Grinch, Santa Tell Me, White Christmas, Silver Bells, and Frosty the Snowman.
New edition of Christmas song reviews!
Songs featured: Jingle Bells, Feliz Navidad, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, and All I Want for Christmas is You
Starting December 1st, Kenny will help you each day decide which Christmas songs are worth listening to!
Songs reviewed: Last Christmas, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Wonderful Christmastime, and Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer
After a weeklong break, Kenny shares some more of his favorite quotes.
"There has never been a sadness that can't be cured by breakfast food" -Ron Swanson
High Quality H20 (Waterboy reference noted)
Nothing hits like a glass of water after a long-night's sleep. So pour a glass and listen to today's episode on the importance of water.
Kenny reads his tweets (@ksmallhorn4) for another silly start to your Wednesday morning.
Happy Monday Morning! As you start your week, consider what it is that you want to put out into the world.
Val zooms in to talk about working in real estate, school, and his family. We also spend the first several minutes talking about our fondness for local fast food burgers (McHugh's: Famous in Coles County!)
Kenny responds to the election, and shares his desire for politics to no longer be about gaining power, but bringing people together.
Early to bed, early to rise keeps a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
Kenny signs on in the middle of the night to record an episode about the importance of sleep. Very ironic.
You've listened to breakfast benedictions, and you've listened to power lunches. Now we have weekend brunch! These are longer, conversational episodes where Kenny is joined by a friend or two.
This weekend's episode features Eva Cook. She answers some trivia questions, sings commercial jingles, and talks about Thanksgiving memories.
Lucy, also known as Kenny's sister, stops in for a chat. She talks about her favorite movies, how she became a nurse, and what it's like working with on a COVID unit.
She doesn't have a particular social media to share, so instead Lucy encourages everyone to wear a mask!
Kenny reads through his latest tweets (@ksmallhorn4) for a sillier way to start your Wednesday.
Andy chats about wellness, school, and his passion for environmental work.
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Kenny forgets the name of the podcast because he's so tired! Listen to some affirmations to help push you over the midweek slump.
In this episode, Kenny professes his love for the season of fall. Comfy sweaters, pumpkin spice, and scary movies- what's not to love?
Ave chats with me about travels, life goals, movies, and why he doesn't like Tik Tok. Follow Ave on Instagram @_avecadoo
This episode is a little sillier than usual. The lessons of mindfulness are a stretch, but the dog stories are funny.
Listen to Kenny butcher the title of the podcast, as well as talk about his appreciation for sunshine.
Maggie zooms in for a chat on her favorite social media, education, and what inspires her.
She decides that Instagram is her favorite, so follow her @maggers20
Some favorite quotes by people skilled at putting ideas to words- hear quotes from Mahatma Ghandi, Mark Twain, and Nelson Mandela.
Embrace quickly, Embrace often. Be true to the things you appreciate, and don't hesitate to fully embrace them.
Welcome to the Breakfast Benediction Podcast. This episode serves as an introduction to the host, Kenny Smallhorn, as well as the format of the podcast.