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  • Parental rating: G - All audiences
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  • Hosts: Rick Itzkowich
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  • Last update: Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:00:03 CDT
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Interviews with ordinary people who are leading extraordinary lives Interviews, articles, insights and resources to help you lead an extraordinary life!

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    Podcast #49 - Bruce Lipton and the Biology of Belief
    Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:32:12 CDT
    This episode debuted August 2006, and we think you?ll agree the topic is fresh as ever ? The Biology of Belief with renowned author and speaker Dr. Bruce Lipton.

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    Podcast #48 - Strengthening Relationships
    Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:13:01 CDT
    In this podcast I interview Kody Bateman, CEO of Send Out Cards. It is an inspirational session where Kody talks about following your promptings and how to strengthen relationships.

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    Podcast #47 - Walk the Talk
    Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:50:41 CDT
    In podcast 47 host Rick Itzkowich is interviewed by long-term Productive Learning and Leisure client Sue Almon Pesch. Rick talks about his personal values and choices and his definition of success.

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    Podcast #46- Dreams Do Come True
    Mon, 12 May 2008 11:00:50 CDT
    Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Colleen Dorazio. Colleen is the founder of the Dorazio Learning Center and she talks about making her dreams of opening a school come true.

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    Podcast #45 - Rick Itzkowich on BizTalk Radio
    Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:23:54 CDT
    In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich reverses roles. He is interviewed by BISTalk radio host Bob Ryan. Rick talks about the Productive Learning and Leisure philosophy on adult education, the Learning Vacations and the QuoteActions e-Sponsorship Campaign System.

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    Podcast #44 - Live Pain Free
    Mon, 10 Mar 2008 08:43:57 CDT
    Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Chriss Kussoff. The topic is Live pain free. Chris is the owner and clinic director of the Orange County, California Egoscue Method Clinic.

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    Podcast # 43 - Magical thinking
    Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:45:21 CST
    Host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Joe Thigpen. The topic is Magical Thinking.

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    Podcast #42 - Going Beyond Referrals
    Mon, 24 Dec 2007 06:02:39 CST
    Hst Rick Itzkowich interviews Mindy Selinger creator of the San Diego Networking guide and The Lynk System.

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    Podcast #41- Transforming Education
    Fri, 07 Dec 2007 07:03:54 CST
    In this episode of Xtraordinary Living, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Sam Bull founder of LEAPNOW. This alternative education organization offers the best year of College on Earth.

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    Podcast #40 - Rowed Warriors
    Tue, 06 Nov 2007 09:51:07 CST
    In this episode of Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Eric Meech. On September 23, 2007 with history as their compass, Eric Meech, Jeff Jordan, A.J. Villa, Darrell Esparza and Rick Strobel completed a 200 mile, 12-day dory voyage that roughly re-traced the route taken in 1934 by two pioneer lifeguards, Emil Sigler and the late Bill Rumsey. In this podcast, Eric shares his thoughts about challenging the ways and waves of the ocean. For those of you who regularly set physical goals to achieve this podcast will give you another man?s perspective; for those of you who admire historical adventures, you will get a glimpse of what being a doryman in the 19th century meant.

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    Podcast #39 - Inspirational Connections
    Mon, 22 Oct 2007 12:23:02 CDT
    In this episode of Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Cindy Perliss Director of the award-winning Art for Recovery program at the University of California San Francisco Comprehensive Cancer Center. One of the program?s projects is called the Firefly Project ? where middle and high school students are paired with adult patients who are coping with cancer or AIDS. They exchange hand-written letters and personal artwork, poetry or music, and so much more.

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    Podcast #38 - The Sky is Falling
    Thu, 04 Oct 2007 10:12:24 CDT
    In this episode Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Bob Dalsimer, founder of Inspira Group Inc. Bob shares the what, the why ? and most important the How he shifts his thinking to create good out of the media-driven gloom and doom.

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    Podcast #37 - PLL supports people in leading extraordinary lives
    Fri, 14 Sep 2007 05:10:12 CDT
    In this episode Xtraordinary Living Rick Itzkowich switches roles and is interviewed by Patty Kovacs host of The Health and Beauty Revolution Show on wsRadio.com. He talks about the different ways in which Productive Learning and Leisure supports people in leading extraordinary lives.

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    Podcast #36 - Collaboration vs Competition
    Fri, 31 Aug 2007 06:15:43 CDT
    In this episode Xtraordinary Living host Rick Itzkowich interviews Reza Etedali, CEO of REZA Investment Group. Reza discusses the topic of Collaboration vs. competition.

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    Podcast #35 - The Power of Choice
    Sun, 19 Aug 2007 08:07:51 CDT
    Episode 35 of Xtraordinary Living is a solo podcast by host Rick Itzkowich. The topic is the Power of Choice. The quality of our life is directly related to the quality of our choices. Discover the two key elements in making powerful choices -- self-awareness and purpose.

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    Podcast #34 - The Role of Blogs Podcasts
    Sun, 05 Aug 2007 02:45:46 CDT
    Episode # 34 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews small business marketing expert John Jantsch.

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    Podcast Episode #33 - Experiencing the Unknown
    Sun, 15 Jul 2007 11:47:13 CDT
    Episode # 33 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Andy Laird while on location in the middle of the Amazon Rain Forest.

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    Podcast Episode #32 - AMA the Improvement Continuum
    Fri, 29 Jun 2007 02:07:48 CDT
    Episode 32 of Xtraordinary Living is out. It is a solo podcast by host Rick Itzkowich. The topic is the Improvement Continuum.

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    Podcast Episode #31 - Socially Responsible Investing
    Tue, 29 May 2007 03:12:03 CDT
    Episode # 31 of Xtraordinary Living is out. In this episode you?ll hear: -- What is Socially Responsible Investing (SRI)? -- How does it relate to living an extraordinary life? -- What is the history behind SRI -- from its beginnings in the 16th Century to date? -- Why the "clean technology" sector is creating waves in the financial community? -- What are some of the current issues the SRI industry is working on? -- Do you have to sacrifice portfolio performance when you invest responsibly?

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    Podcast Episode #30 - Feeling Better, Doesn't Necessarily Mean You're Getting Better.
    Wed, 16 May 2007 10:33:40 EDT
    Episode # 30 of Xtraordinary Living is out. Since I have received several requests from listeners to explain how to get from the mundane here...to the extraordinary there, I recorded this episode to address the topic "Feeling Better, Doesn't Necessarily Mean You're Getting Better." In this 30th episode, you?ll hear: -- Why "good" is the enemy of "great." -- How our society has become obsessed with comfort. -- Why taking risks both physically and emotionally boost your chances of living an extraordinary life. -- How an extraordinary life is not a place, but a process of living. It's traveling the journey, not the destination. -- What successes can be achieved when you push beyond your ordinary limits. -- and more.

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    Podcast Episode # 29 - Crisis: A Positive Aspect of Change
    Sun, 22 Apr 2007 02:20:59 EDT
    In Episode #29 I interview Azim Khamisa. Azim is the co-founder of TKF or the Tariq Khamisa Foundation. TKF was formed in 1995 after Azim's son, Tariq, a 20-year-old SDSU student, was senselessly shot and killed while delivering pizzas. His assailant was a 14-year-old gang member named Tony Hicks. Believing that there were "victims at both ends of the gun," Azim reached out in forgiveness to Tony's grandfather and guardian, Ples Felix, to begin the process of healing. In our 29th episode, you'll hear: -- Why Azim felt compelled to meet both his son's assailant and his grandfather. -- How their relationship grew in stages, to its current state of brotherhood. -- How the crisis created positive change, TKF programs have touched over 20 million children to date. -- How violence is a learned behavior. -- What does it mean to be in a state of "bardo." -- How our society can begin to be healed through "RJ" or restorative justice. -- Gandhi and the Dali Lama's succinct quotes on anger and revenge. -- How you can plant seeds of hope.

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    Podcast Episode #28 - Adding the Extra to Ordinary.
    Mon, 09 Apr 2007 09:46:23 EDT
    In Episode #28 I interview Romance Concierge Michelle Koert. In this episode episode, you'll hear: -- How Michelle went from a position at IBM to starting "Marry Me Services." -- What are the benefits of enjoying "out-of-the-ordinary" experiences with loved ones. -- Examples . . . from progressive dinners to an ice bed at the Ice Hotel in Quebec. -- Why both men and women are choosing to create magical memories for themselves. -- How to take ordering flowers for your special someone to the next level. -- Tips on how you can easily plan a "Just Because?" occasion. -- How tears of joy are often the best testimonial for a job well done. -- And much more!

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    Podcast Episode # 27 - Going Beyond Limitations
    Sat, 24 Mar 2007 07:41:29 EDT
    In episode # 27 I interview ?Ultramarathon Man,? Dean Karnazes who is an amazing example of someone living an Extraordinary Life. In this episode, you?ll learn: -- What it means to be an ?Ultra? Marathoner. -- When and why Dean decided to start to run. -- Why our obsession with comfort can lessen our enjoyment of living. -- Why it?s important to set lofty goals, yet take ?baby steps? to achieve them. -- Tips on how you can order food ?to go? while you?re running a marathon. -- The importance of scripting out your perfect life. -- What impact his passion for running has had on his family. -- How is 50-50-50 marathon achievement is adding scientific information on how his body handles going beyond the normal. -- And much more!

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    Podcast Episode # 26 - Livin' Large
    Tue, 13 Mar 2007 12:54:36 EDT
    In episode #26 I interview Z57?s Co-founder and CEO Steve Weber. Entrepreneurial success stories are a favorite of our audience. With Weber?s interview, you?ll get yet another perspective on how to have an extraordinary life.

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    Podcast Episode #25 - Choice to Make a Difference
    Mon, 26 Feb 2007 08:59:03 EST
    In Episode #25 I interview Cheryl Weatherford, founder of "A Passion for Paws Rescue," a certified non-profit dedicated to saving the lives of Akitas and other large breeds that have lost hope of finding a new home while awaiting death.

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    Podcast Episode #24 - Entrepreneurial Spirit
    Sat, 10 Feb 2007 01:14:53 EST
    In Episode #24 I interview Entrepreneur, Brian Blacher, is the owner of San Diego-based ActiveKidz, an activity sports center for children from 12 months to 8 years. He also has an adult personal training business called Funxion Fitness in La Jolla. Born and raised in South Africa during apartheid, Brian and I discuss how and why he came to the US. He paints the picture, of as a young boy, watching 16 mm films of American TV and realizing that separateness was not one of his belief systems. He came with a suitcase, money for six months and his dreams.

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    Podcast Episode #23 - Turning Adversity Into Opportunity
    Sat, 20 Jan 2007 01:58:50 EST
    Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. This podcast is all about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Edie Eger. The topic of this episode is "Turning Adversity Into Opportunity." In this 23rd episode you will hear: -- What Dr. Edie?s mother told her as she was separated from her at Auschwitz -- How contrary to public belief, there are no victims in this world, only willing participants -- Why temptation serves to teach us about freedom of choice -- How everyone has the ability to change at any time; we have the power to choose how we will respond at any moment in time -- What Victor Frankel said to her during a dance together -- Why there are no punishments in life, just consequences -- How the words ?risk? and ?willing? help us ?evolve? not just ?revolve? -- Action steps to incorporate if you are in a ?stuck? mode -- And much more!

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    Podcast Episode #22 - Passion and Purpose
    Tue, 09 Jan 2007 12:50:08 EST
    Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. This podcast is all about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Kathy Nelson, founder of On-Track Success Coaching. Kathy

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    Podcast Episode #21 - Busting Networking Myths
    Mon, 11 Dec 2006 11:37:27 EST
    Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. This podcast is all about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Mike Macedonio, president and managing partner of the Ref

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    Podcast Episode #20 - Getting Younger As You Get Older
    Sat, 25 Nov 2006 11:27:35 EST
    Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. This podcast is all about ordinary people living extraordinary lives. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Allan Remillard of Palm Desert. Allan and his beautiful w

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    Podcast Episode #19 - Aussie Success
    Mon, 13 Nov 2006 11:44:53 EST
    Podcast Episode #19 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Australia-based Ari Galper, Founder of Unlock The Game & Unlock The Internet Game. In this episode Ari

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    Podcast Episode #18 - Lindon and Rick Get Personal
    Sat, 28 Oct 2006 06:46:01 EDT
    Podcast Episode #18 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich turns the hosting duties over to long-time client, Sue Almon-Pesch. Sue interviews Rick and Lindon Crow, Rick's par

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    Podcast Episode #17 - Motivation
    Mon, 16 Oct 2006 12:12:35 EDT
    Podcast Episode #17 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Susie Walton. Susie was the recipient of the San Diego Parent Educator of the Year award. She is the foun

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    Podcast Episode #16 - Courage and Determination
    Thu, 28 Sep 2006 09:33:09 EDT
    Podcast Episode #16 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Bob Babbitt, Vice President and a Founding Board Member of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). The

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    Podcast Episode #15 - Building Relationships
    Sat, 16 Sep 2006 12:42:51 EDT
    Podcast Episode #15 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning and Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Ivan Misner about his view of the importance of building and creating extraordinary relationships in

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    Podcast Episode #14 -The Biology of Belief
    Mon, 28 Aug 2006 03:41:21 EDT
    Podcast Episode #14 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Dr. Bruce Lipton. Dr. Lipton is an internationally recognized authority on bridging science and spirit. He

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    Podcast Episode #13 - 200 MPH Extraordinary Woman
    Wed, 09 Aug 2006 01:04:00 EDT
    Podcast Episode #13 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client and RMRG Marketing Director, Susan Robertson. Susan became the world's fastest woman in open w

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    Podcast Episode #12 - Everyman's Philanthropy
    Mon, 31 Jul 2006 06:55:12 EDT
    Podcast Episode #12 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this episode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews Jesse Johnson who is currently cycling from Seattle to Miami in 40 days to raise money for the children of

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    Podcast Episode #11 - Inspiration!
    Wed, 12 Jul 2006 11:57:04 EDT
    Podcast Episode #11 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this epislode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client Chuck Tesar, M.D. Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon with the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group

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    The Power of Your Thoughts
    Mon, 26 Jun 2006 04:48:58 EDT
    Podcast #10- - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this podcast Rick Itzkowich interviews Ken Foster, CEO of Shared Vision Network. Just as PL&L reaches individuals on a one-to-one basis, Shared Vision Network

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    Podcast Episode #9 - Communicating Consciousness
    Fri, 02 Jun 2006 08:35:30 EDT
    Podcast Episode #9 - Xtraordinary Living is the official podcast of Productive Learning & Leisure. In this epislode, host Rick Itzkowich interviews PL&L client Heather Somaini, Assistant to the CEO of Lionsgate Entertainment. Heather tells us about her wo

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    Podcast #8 - The Power of Networking
    Mon, 15 May 2006 03:58:29 EDT
    PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast episode about the Power of Networking. Rick interviews Dawn Lyons who is the Executive Director for 3 franchises of Business Network International (BNI) and is also a master trainer for The Referral Institu

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    Podcast Episode #7 -The Impact of Mentoring
    Sat, 13 May 2006 09:29:16 EDT
    PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast episode about the Impact of Mentoring. Rick interviews Bob Macrann who is the VP of client evaluation and mentor assignment with the Chairmens RoundTable (CRT) in San Diego. Through the CRT, Bob was PLLs me

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    Podcast Episode #6 -Productive Learning and Leisure is interviewed on radio program.
    Mon, 08 May 2006 07:08:11 EDT
    Xtraordinary Living host and co-founder Rick Itzkowich is a guest on Inside Business radio. He is interviewed by Bob Ryan and he gives the general business audience an insider's view of Productive Learning and Leisure.

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    Podcast Episode #5 -The Power of Group Awareness
    Mon, 08 May 2006 07:39:11 EDT
    PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast about the Power of Group Awareness. Rick interviews Mike Mugel, CEO of Red Mountain Retail Group about founding a company that has a mission where Anything is Possible.

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    Podcast Episode #4 - Living in Awareness
    Mon, 08 May 2006 08:17:10 EDT
    PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast about the critical role that awareness plays in creating an Xtraordinary life.

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    Podcast Episode #3 - Creating a Dream Business.
    Mon, 08 May 2006 07:52:47 EDT
    PLL co-founders Rick Itzkowich and Lindon Crow talk about the origins of Productive Learning and Leisure and how the business has evolved into a dream business.

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    Podcast Episode #2 - Do you want to get fit
    Mon, 08 May 2006 08:10:59 EDT
    Xtraordinary Living ? PLL co-founders Rick Itzkowich and Lindon Crow talk about fitness, health, motivation and different approaches to fitness.

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    Podcast Episode #1 - Why do a Podcast
    Mon, 08 May 2006 08:23:36 EDT
    Xtraordinary Living ? PLL co-founder Rick Itzkowich hosts this podcast and shares his insights, information and experiences to help you make more effective choices that will help you create an Xtraordinary Life.

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