What does it mean to find your "why"? On this week's episode, Nora and Craig sit down with Mellissa Martone, a 6th Grade English Language Arts Teacher from New Jersey with a very important question for all of us. For this daughter of a NYPD Detective, cancer survivor and accomplished athlete, it involves embracing the challenges life throws at her by working through them in a way that makes her stronger than before. Melissa's grit and enthusiasm for life is what makes her a great teacher and an unforgettable podcast guest.

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Nora and Craig recap their busy weekend in Boston while trying another iconic candy named after the city's favorite supper. Plus an unexpected visit from Frank, a very special Frugal Fairy who is working to make their tractor dreams come true! And a Stubbornly Positive look back at the failed relationships and heartaches that lead us to one another. All this and an extra sweet version of 3 Truths and a Fib.

This week Nora and Craig are joined by Ryland Chapman, Firefighter/EMT in Fairfax County, Virginia and one of Craig's closest friends since their high school days. He shares fire safety tips and incredible stories from his impressive 22 year career. Including: responding to the Nepalese earthquakes in 2015 as part of a USAID crew of highly trained urban search and rescue specialists. Ryland also opens up about how he balances the stress and trauma of his job with his life as a husband and father of two young kids.

Lace up your hiking boots and grab your binoculars for this National Park themed episode that is sure to PEAK your interest! Nora and Craig reflect on the amazing memories they've made over the years in National Parks across the country. Fred's love of exploration continues to inspire them to seek out these diverse and beautiful places whenever they can. Plus, more weird candy, (Freeze Dried what?) and a National Parks themed edition of 3 truths and a fib.

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Fresh back from 2 months on the road, Nora and Craig have a lot to unpack on this episode! Listen in as they share their biggest takeaways and lessons as well as some heartfelt letters from young readers from Winslow Jr. High that were waiting in their mailbox. All this plus Spicy or Frosty Travel Edition and Nora tries "burnt peanuts" candy for the first time!

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This week is all about showing up in big ways and small. Nora and Craig reflect on their last week in South Carolina and the lessons they've learned from the recently departed John W. Purvis Jr., Craig's brother-in-law and loving father of four. With Memorial Day approaching it is all the more important to understand how precious our time together is and John demonstrated that by above all else, showing up for the people in his life. Then, Hannah Meneses returns to share an update on the beautiful aftermath of her daring water rescue back in March. All this plus Craig's thoughts on how to have a "well spent Memorial Day".

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This week on the Stubbornly Positive Podcast, Nora and Craig are joined by two extraordinary guests, their Moms! From Craig's Mom's house on Hilton Head Island SC they dive into stories from the women who raised them and even put their knowledge to the test in Mom themed trivia! These two ladies have a lot to say about motherhood, family and getting the most out of life. All this, plus a very special performance from Nora's Mom.

Coming to you from South Carolina, Nora and Craig reflect on their recent travels from Maine, Virginia, DC, Raleigh, Lake Oconee, and Hilton Head. They examine how reconnecting with their pasts has given them a new appreciation for the present. Plus, the story of how Nora got bamboozled by a bougie Beagle, Bingo's first groom session with recent guest Haley Easthom, and a romantic revelation from Craig's employment history.

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