ABOUT AMANDA RETTKE AND HOMESTEAD RECIPES

Amanda Rettke's new cookbook HOMESTEAD RECIPES: Midwestern Inspirations, Family Favorites, and Pearls of Wisdom from a Sassy Home Cook (on sale: April 12, 2022) is the PERFECT Mother's Day gift for the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, mother figures, etc. in your life.

In HOMESTEAD RECIPES, Amanda (who has a combined following of 8.5m+ followers across all social platforms) shares 110 of her delicious & accessible recipes for all types of meals, with chapters for breakfast, casseroles, soups, appetizers, ground beef, chicken, pork, vegetables, salads, bars, desserts, and cookies. Some of these unmistakably Midwestern staple recipes include:

. Tater Tot Hotdish

. Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

. Skillet Hamburger Nachos

. Buffalo Stuffed Chicken

. Roasted Asparagus Puff Pastry

. Zucchini Corn Chowder

. Butterscotch Bars

. Cream Cheese Pound Cake

. And so much more (including an entire section dedicated to zucchini!)

"Rettke offers the homiest of home cooking with recipes that highlight 'how fantastic and crazy the food is here in the Midwest' ... A spoonful of sugar, then several more, help the treats go down in this waistline-be-damned parade of comfort foods." -Publishers Weekly

ABOUT AMANDA RETTKE

Amanda began her food blogging career in October 2010 and soon discovered a passion for baking, photography, and all things sweet. Since the inception of I Am Baker, her baking Facebook page has gained more than 8.2 million followers and her Homestead Recipes page has gathered more than 6.8 million followers in only a couple years. She is the author of Surprise-Inside Cakes, which has sold more than 33,000 copies. Amanda's recipes have appeared throughout the media (including Martha Stewart's show) and have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Bon Appétit, Buzzfeed, Country Living, Delish, Epicurious, Parade, and Popsugar. She lives with her husband and five children on a 15-acre homestead outside Minneapolis, Minnesota.


Homestead Recipes Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Homestead-Recipes-Midwestern-Inspirations-Favorites/dp/0063008203

ABOUT AMANDA RETTKE AND HOMESTEAD RECIPES
Amanda Rettke's new cookbook HOMESTEAD RECIPES: Midwestern Inspirations, Family Favorites, and Pearls of Wisdom from a Sassy Home Cook (on sale: April 12, 2022) is the PERFECT Mother's Day gift for the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, mother figures, etc. in your life.
In HOMESTEAD RECIPES, Amanda (who has a combined following of 8.5m+ followers across all social platforms) shares 110 of her delicious &amp; accessible recipes for all types of meals, with chapters for breakfast, casseroles, soups, appetizers, ground beef, chicken, pork, vegetables, salads, bars, desserts, and cookies. Some of these unmistakably Midwestern staple recipes include:
. Tater Tot Hotdish
. Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms
. Skillet Hamburger Nachos
. Buffalo Stuffed Chicken
. Roasted Asparagus Puff Pastry
. Zucchini Corn Chowder
. Butterscotch Bars
. Cream Cheese Pound Cake
. And so much more (including an entire section dedicated to zucchini!)
"Rettke offers the homiest of home cooking with recipes that highlight 'how fantastic and crazy the food is here in the Midwest' ... A spoonful of sugar, then several more, help the treats go down in this waistline-be-damned parade of comfort foods." -Publishers Weekly
ABOUT AMANDA RETTKE
Amanda began her food blogging career in October 2010 and soon discovered a passion for baking, photography, and all things sweet. Since the inception of I Am Baker, her baking Facebook page has gained more than 8.2 million followers and her Homestead Recipes page has gathered more than 6.8 million followers in only a couple years. She is the author of Surprise-Inside Cakes, which has sold more than 33,000 copies. Amanda's recipes have appeared throughout the media (including Martha Stewart's show) and have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Bon App&eacute;tit, Buzzfeed, Country Living, Delish, Epicurious, Parade, and Popsugar. She lives with her husband and five children on a 15-acre homestead outside Minneapolis, Minnesota.
 Homestead Recipes Book: https://www.amazon.com/Homestead-Recipes-Midwestern-Inspirations-Favorites/dp/0063008203

"I Am Refocused Radio" is more than just a podcast—it's a movement of purpose-driven storytelling that inspires, uplifts, and empowers. Hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed, a calm and thoughtful creative with a background in media, music, and the arts, the show dives deep into conversations that resonate.

From a humble start in a San Antonio barbershop, Shemaiah’s journey has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,000 interviews with a diverse array of guests—celebrities, CEOs, community leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Each episode offers a blend of faith, personal growth, perseverance, and hope, fostering a space where listeners can find clarity and rediscover their purpose.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, or a moment of peace in a busy world, "I Am Refocused Radio" invites you to refocus your mind and embrace a life aligned with meaning and authenticity. Tune in to join this global community and hear the stories that connect us all.

"I Am Refocused Radio" is more than just a podcast&mdash;it's a movement of purpose-driven storytelling that inspires, uplifts, and empowers. Hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed, a calm and thoughtful creative with a background in media, music, and the arts, the show dives deep into conversations that resonate.
From a humble start in a San Antonio barbershop, Shemaiah&rsquo;s journey has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,000 interviews with a diverse array of guests&mdash;celebrities, CEOs, community leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Each episode offers a blend of faith, personal growth, perseverance, and hope, fostering a space where listeners can find clarity and rediscover their purpose.
Whether you&rsquo;re seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, or a moment of peace in a busy world, "I Am Refocused Radio" invites you to refocus your mind and embrace a life aligned with meaning and authenticity. Tune in to join this global community and hear the stories that connect us all.

I Am Refocused Podcast

I Am Refocused Radio provides a space that welcomes people to speak freely about real life experiences through various platforms to engage and encourage those who are looking to find their purpose.

I Am Refocused Radio Show

Amanda Rettke, author of Homestead Recipes

Fashion Week may spotlight bold heels, sculpted silhouettes, and statement accessories—but once the runway lights fade, a deeper question remains: what are these trends doing to our bodies? Dr. Sherry McAllister, president of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and author of Adjusted Reality: Supercharge Your Whole-Being for Optimal Living and Longevity, brings more than 25 years of clinical expertise to the conversation.

After attending Fashion Week this year, Dr. McAllister shares eye-opening insights on how fashion choices—on the runway and in everyday life—affect posture, spinal alignment, breathing, and long-term health. From how high heels can dramatically increase spinal load, to the hidden strain caused by handbags and tight clothing, she explains how small, intentional adjustments can help anyone move with greater ease, confidence, and longevity.

Blending real-world observations from conversations with New Yorkers during Fashion Week with practical, science-backed guidance, Dr. McAllister offers a fresh perspective at the intersection of style, whole-being health, and presence—proving that looking good doesn’t have to come at the cost of feeling good.

https://drsherrymcallister.com/

Fashion Week may spotlight bold heels, sculpted silhouettes, and statement accessories&mdash;but once the runway lights fade, a deeper question remains: what are these trends doing to our bodies? Dr. Sherry McAllister, president of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and author of Adjusted Reality: Supercharge Your Whole-Being for Optimal Living and Longevity, brings more than 25 years of clinical expertise to the conversation.
After attending Fashion Week this year, Dr. McAllister shares eye-opening insights on how fashion choices&mdash;on the runway and in everyday life&mdash;affect posture, spinal alignment, breathing, and long-term health. From how high heels can dramatically increase spinal load, to the hidden strain caused by handbags and tight clothing, she explains how small, intentional adjustments can help anyone move with greater ease, confidence, and longevity.
Blending real-world observations from conversations with New Yorkers during Fashion Week with practical, science-backed guidance, Dr. McAllister offers a fresh perspective at the intersection of style, whole-being health, and presence&mdash;proving that looking good doesn&rsquo;t have to come at the cost of feeling good.
<a href="https://drsherrymcallister.com/">https://drsherrymcallister.com/</a>
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Fashion Week’s Hidden Impact: Style, Posture, and Health

After 35 years behind the scenes of some of television’s most iconic reality shows, Rusty Austin has traded cameras for crayons—and the result is pure magic for young readers. Drawing on decades of storytelling experience from top-rated series like Hell’s Kitchen, Survivor, Big Brother, COPS, and Nanny 911, Austin now creates illustrated children’s books that blend playful poetry, fascinating animal facts, and hands-on creativity. Since retiring from Hollywood in 2018, Austin has published six books, including four children’s titles that encourage curiosity, learning, and artistic expression. His latest release, An Awesome Bird, The Pelican, features illustrations created entirely by local middle school students, giving kids the rare chance to see their own artwork inside a published book. Each poem introduces young readers to animals from around the world—what they eat, where they live, and even fun scientific concepts like echolocation and nictitating membranes—without ever feeling like a lesson. Beloved by parents, grandparents, and educators alike, Austin’s books include interactive DIY sections that invite children to draw, color, write, and sign their own pages—turning reading into a shared creative experience. His mission is simple but powerful: help kids laugh, learn, and feel confident following their curiosity. Rusty Austin is available for interviews to discuss his Hollywood journey, his transition to children’s literature, and how poetry, education, and community collaboration can inspire the next generation of artists, thinkers, and storytellers. http://rustyaustin.com/

After 35 years behind the scenes of some of television&rsquo;s most iconic reality shows, Rusty Austin has traded cameras for crayons&mdash;and the result is pure magic for young readers. Drawing on decades of storytelling experience from top-rated series like Hell&rsquo;s Kitchen, Survivor, Big Brother, COPS, and Nanny 911, Austin now creates illustrated children&rsquo;s books that blend playful poetry, fascinating animal facts, and hands-on creativity. Since retiring from Hollywood in 2018, Austin has published six books, including four children&rsquo;s titles that encourage curiosity, learning, and artistic expression. His latest release, An Awesome Bird, The Pelican, features illustrations created entirely by local middle school students, giving kids the rare chance to see their own artwork inside a published book. Each poem introduces young readers to animals from around the world&mdash;what they eat, where they live, and even fun scientific concepts like echolocation and nictitating membranes&mdash;without ever feeling like a lesson. Beloved by parents, grandparents, and educators alike, Austin&rsquo;s books include interactive DIY sections that invite children to draw, color, write, and sign their own pages&mdash;turning reading into a shared creative experience. His mission is simple but powerful: help kids laugh, learn, and feel confident following their curiosity. Rusty Austin is available for interviews to discuss his Hollywood journey, his transition to children&rsquo;s literature, and how poetry, education, and community collaboration can inspire the next generation of artists, thinkers, and storytellers. <a href="http://rustyaustin.com/">http://rustyaustin.com/</a>

From Hollywood to Storytime: Veteran Reality TV Producer Rusty Austin

Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark's friendship goes back over 20 years, to the night they first met backstage at the Academy Awards. Their bond grew through creativity, shared values, and a deep desire to make a difference. Together, they later won an Emmy Award for a public service announcement addressing school gun violence - a project that reflected their heart for inspiring hope and protecting the next generation.Beyond their work in media, Gerald and Kevin have also been long-time business partners supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, running programs focused on empowerment and compassion. This commitment to community is woven into everything they do - and it became the foundation of Blessn.

The story of Blessn began in March 2023, when Gerald Jones became sick of doom scrolling on social media, and found himself bummed out after every TikTok session. It occurred to him that maybe there was a better way. There should be a short form video social media that uplifted and encouraged instead. He thought it would be better to faith scroll instead of doom scroll. He called his business partner, Kevin Clark, who was feeling the exact same way. They decided to create something themselves, that uplifted people about the world and each other. Something that encouraged connectedness.

Over the next several years, the two friends poured their faith, creativity, and personal savings into developing the Blessn app, testing every detail to make sure it felt safe, uplifting, and positive. Their mission is to shift the culture of social media and to make it a place where kindness, faith, and encouragement are celebrated, not drowned out by negativity.At its heart, Blessn is more than an app - it’s a movement. A space where users can share uplifting videos, connect with others who believe in goodness, and replace endless “doom scrolling” with “faith scrolling.” Gerald and Kevin believe that positive scrolling has the power to change hearts, strengthen communities, and remind people that light always wins over darkness.


For more information on the Blessn app, visit: blessn.com

Gerald Jones and Kevin Clark's friendship goes back over 20 years, to the night they first met backstage at the Academy Awards. Their bond grew through creativity, shared values, and a deep desire to make a difference. Together, they later won an Emmy Award for a public service announcement addressing school gun violence - a project that reflected their heart for inspiring hope and protecting the next generation. Beyond their work in media, Gerald and Kevin have also been long-time business partners supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, running programs focused on empowerment and compassion. This commitment to community is woven into everything they do - and it became the foundation of Blessn.
The story of Blessn began in March 2023, when Gerald Jones became sick of doom scrolling on social media, and found himself bummed out after every TikTok session. It occurred to him that maybe there was a better way. There should be a short form video social media that uplifted and encouraged instead. He thought it would be better to faith scroll instead of doom scroll. He called his business partner, Kevin Clark, who was feeling the exact same way. They decided to create something themselves, that uplifted people about the world and each other. Something that encouraged connectedness.
Over the next several years, the two friends poured their faith, creativity, and personal savings into developing the Blessn app, testing every detail to make sure it felt safe, uplifting, and positive. Their mission is to shift the culture of social media and to make it a place where kindness, faith, and encouragement are celebrated, not drowned out by negativity. At its heart, Blessn is more than an app - it&rsquo;s a movement. A space where users can share uplifting videos, connect with others who believe in goodness, and replace endless &ldquo;doom scrolling&rdquo; with &ldquo;faith scrolling.&rdquo; Gerald and Kevin believe that positive scrolling has the power to change hearts, strengthen communities, and remind people that light always wins over darkness. 
 For more information on the Blessn app, visit: <a href="http://blessn.com" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://blessn.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1766178778643000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1mlGsY_QLIuKkEZQPlbMB1">blessn.com</a>

Amanda Rettke, author of Homestead Recipes

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