100 Series Everyday Awesome Podcast

Jaawan Arrington

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Sitting down with everyday people who have an amazing story to tell.

May 22

Episode 78 - Lewis Ryne

Continuing our latest series, “I’m not getting older, I’m getting better.” As someone who is now an older millennial, I am now faced with the idea of “getting older” especially after turning 40 last year. So, I decided to sit down with some of my peers who are also “over the hill” or close to it. People who are still going after their passions and refuse to let this thing called age hold them back. This week’s guest is Lewis Ryne. He is a film maker in the Quad Cities and has a burning love for cinema. And according to him, he’s just getting started! So, let’s get to it and let’s dive into this and break down that barrier that may be holding us back. Because we’re not getting older, we’re getting better!

35 min
May 6

Episode 77 - Jessica Long

Continuing our latest series, "I'm not getting older, I'm getting better." As someone who is now an older millennial, I am now faced with the idea of “getting older” especially after turning 40 last year. So, I decided to sit down with some of my peers who are also “over the hill” or close to it. People who are still going after their passions and refuse to let this thing called age hold them back. This week’s guest is Jessica Long, a hairdresser by day and skater by night who is tearing it up in the world of Roller Derby. So, let’s get to it and let’s dive into this and break down that barrier that may be holding us back. Because we’re not getting older, we’re getting better!

14 min
Apr 16

Episode 76 - Kris Andersen

We continue our latest series, “I’m not getting older, I’m getting better.” As someone who is now an older millenial, I am now faced with the idea of “getting older” especially after turning 40 last year. So, I decided to sit down with some of my peers who are also “over the hill” or close to it. People are still going after their passions and refuse to let this thing called age hold them back. This week’s guest is Kris Andersen, a licensed massage therapist who has a passion for health and well being. So, let’s get to it and let’s dive into this and break down that barrier that may be holding us back. Because we’re not getting older, we’re getting better!

35 min
Apr 3

Episode 75 - Devin and CM Alexander

For the next few weeks, we will be doing something different. We are starting up a miniseries called “I’m not getting older, I’m getting better.” As someone who is now an older millennial, I am now faced with the idea of “getting older” especially after turning 40 last year. So, I decided to sit down with some of my peers who are also “over the hill” or close to it. People are still going after their passions and refuse to let this thing called age hold them back. This week’s guests are Devin and C.M. Alexander. This couple are creatives who are excelling in the realms of music, podcasts, and so many other avenues I can’t wait to dive into. So, let’s get to it and let’s dive into this and break down that barrier that may be holding us back. Because we’re not getting older, we’re getting better!

30 min
10/31/2025

Episode 74 - Shelby Kluver

Say hello to Shelby Kluver!! Not only is she a friend of The 100 Series, this journalist is the definition of doing it 100 percent! She is a News Anchor at WQAD News 8 in Moline, IL. She talks about her passion for the news business and her thoughts on the future of the industry. We then switch gears and talk about our shared love of cinema. We talked so much my recorder ran out of juice! Please enjoy and get ready to be inspired!

1h 2m
02/02/2025

Episode 73 - Ava Hedges

Ava Hedges is the newest rising star in the world of Journalism. This Philadelphia native hasn't been in the Quad Cities for a year and has already become one of the lead anchors on WQAD's "Good Morning Quad Cities" weekday show. Listen to how she got into the profession, how her career aspirations nearly came to an end, and how she regained inspiration to pursue her goals.

37 min
03/11/2022

Episode 72 Learn, Love, Kickass! (Dr. Brandi Stankovic)

Dr. Brandi Stankovic is host of the podcast "Strategic Hotbox," which discusses leadership, business and how to people can take control of their lives and greatness. Her show is an "edgy, informed and energizing podcast that will challenge you to take it to the next level." In this episode, Brandi brings that energy to shares some important words of wisdom that will help you learn, love, and kickass!

47 min
02/03/2022

Episode 71 - Tracy Singleton

Tracy Singleton has played a huge part in helping members of the African American community succeed in the Quad Cities. She runs many groups and programs, including serving as the Executive Director of The Lincoln Center. She talks about what this group provides, why she thinks it's important for people to support black owned businesses.

44 min

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Sitting down with everyday people who have an amazing story to tell.

Creator

Jaawan Arrington
Years Active

2019 - 2026
Episodes

83
Rating

Clean
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100 Series Everyday Awesome Podcast