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This month I chat with a special friend of mine – Edna Rodriguez.  Amidst the background of chirping birds and the constant song of the Cicada (yes, 2024 is the year of the Cicada), Edna and I have a delightful conversation at Shaw Park in Clayton, Missouri.  The youngest of six children, Edna initially came to America to chaperone younger high school students but eventually came to America permanently and has lived in the St. Louis area for over twenty years.  If you would like to learn more about Edna and her passion for running, family, friends and life, stay turned to this month’s episode of Real Friends – you won’t be disappointed.
Don’t let the cicadas in the background distract you!  Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Website:  www.therobertharrison.com
Questions or comments: realfriendsstl@gmail.com
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This month we chat with several friends of mine – Alison and Andy Bourey.  Many people recognize Alison and Andy as the colorful, warm and friendly couple who run with the Run-Walk group at Big River Training Team.   But Alison and Andy are more than runners.  They are also married and have many passions and interest outside of running.  If you are a fan of wisdom and insight and would like to hear more of Alison and Andy’s story, stay turned to this month’s episode of Real Friends – you won’t be disappointed.   
Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Website:  www.therobertharrison.com
Questions or comments: realfriendsstl@gmail.com
Music: https://audiotrimmer.com/royalty-free-music/
 
Resources:
Big River Running Company - www.bigriverrunning.com
Espresso Yourself Coffee & Cafe - 5351 Devonshire Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109
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Sisters Sandwich Shoppe - 5353 Devonshire Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109
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In part two of this two-part series podcast, we revisit the topic of dating then pivot and discuss some of the other topics that high school students often face including faith, friendships and family.   I can’t think of a better way to enter the holiday season than sharing a podcast that celebrates these three essentials to not only a meaningful holiday season, but to a meaningful life.  I hope you enjoy it; I know I did.  Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Resources:Thank you to my “Podcast Posse”: Ellie, Josie, Ava, Micah, Sam, Isaac 
Website:  www.therobertharrison.com  Questions or comments: realfriendsstl@gmail.com  Music: https://audiotrimmer.com/royalty-free-music

     Back in August, I had the honor and pleasure of sitting down with six of my favorite high school students and chatting with them about their high school years.  Most of them were seniors and would soon be headed off to college or transitioning into their next season in life.  It’s an exciting season of life filled with both challenges and rewards.      In part one of this two-part series podcast, we discuss many of the topics that high school students often face including high school FADs, social media, the highs and lows of high school, and dating during your high school years.  We even discuss the personal growth and transformation that often does take place during the high school years.     Have you ever wondered how the next generation thinks?  Or if they are equipped to tackle some of the challenges we face as a nation?  If so, listen to these six students and discover for yourself.Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Resources:Thank you to my “Podcast Posse”: Ellie, Josie, Ava, Micah, Sam, Isaac 
Website:  www.therobertharrison.com  Questions or comments: realfriendsstl@gmail.com  Music: https://audiotrimmer.com/royalty-free-music 
 

Have you ever viewed running as a punishment?  If so, why would you choose to run later life?  And what happens if you run several hours or dozens of miles each week with the same people?  Those are just some of the questions and topics we cover in this month's episode of “Real Friends” as three friends - Leah, Sidi, and Gretchen - share their experiences and their insights regarding what they love most and what they find most challenging about running.  Enjoy. 
Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Website:  www.therobertharrison.com  Questions or comments: realfriendsstl@gmail.com  Music: https://audiotrimmer.com/royalty-free-music 
Resources:Thank you to my “Podcast Posse”: Leah, Sidi, Gretchen
Big River Running Company - www.bigriverrunning.com Kirkwood Park - www.kirkwoodparksandrec.org/places-to-go/parks Zettl Photography

This year you are invited to attend our 2023 fantasy football draft.  It’s our 15th anniversary of playing together and the draft is one of the highlights each year.  It’s silly, meaningless sports conversation but it’s still a good time between friends and allows you to “peak behind the curtain” and see how friends draft their fantasy football teams.   I hope you enjoy it.  
Thank you for listening.  This is “Real Friends”.
Fantasy Football site: https://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com Send questions or comments to realfriendsstl@gmail.com Visit my website at www.therobertharrison.com Music: https://audiotrimmer.com/royalty-free-music/