Kick It Up A Notch

Kick It Up A Notch is a podcast that shines a spotlight on extraordinary individuals making a real difference in their communities. Hosted by Jenny McBride and Megan Thomas, two dynamic real estate professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners, this show dives into the inspiring stories behind local changemakers. From innovative business leaders to dedicated non-profit champions, each episode explores how these unsung heroes are shaping the future with their impactful work and ideas. Tune in for conversations filled with inspiration, insight, and a whole lot of heart.

Kick It Up A Notch is a society podcast hosted by Jenny McBride and Megan Thomas, with 22 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jenny McBride and Megan Thomas hosts Kick It Up A Notch, a society show with 22 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

  Firefights, Finance & Finding Purpose: One Marine’s Mission-Driven Life

  Sep 1, 20251h 10mS1

  <p>🎙️ In this powerful episode of Kick It Up a Notch, we sit down with Erik Goodge—Marine Corps veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and founder of Uvest Advisory Group. From firefights in Afghanistan to financial planning in the Midwest, Erik’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and purpose.</p><p>He shares how one spontaneous decision in high school led him to the battlefield, and how his experience shaped his mission to help self-employed millennials achieve true financial freedom. Erik also opens up about his personal transformation, the importance of long-term investing, and how he built his own investmen...

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  Unleashing Compassion: The Truth About Animal Rescue in Evansville

  Jun 24, 202548 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Kick It Up a Notch, host Megan Thomas speaks with Mark Albini, an advocate for animal welfare in Evansville. They discuss Mark's journey in fostering and caring for multiple dogs, the importance of patience in animal training and . Mark shares insights about the PAWS organization, the fostering process, and the challenges faced by animal control. They emphasize the need for community involvement and transparency in animal welfare, and how individuals can make a difference by volunteering or adopting pets.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

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  Expectations for First Time Home Buyers & building a relationship with your Realtor

  Jun 9, 202526 minS0

  <p>In this episode Megan talks with Alicia Venson who shares some experiences from her house buying process as a first time home owner. </p><p><br></p><p>Some Episode Takeaways:</p>First-time home buyers should start talking to realtors early.Compromises are often necessary in home buying.Understanding the costs of home ownership is crucial.Unexpected expenses can arise at any time.Building a relationship with a realtor is important.Buyers need to be realistic about their expectations.Having a support team can ease the home buying process.Emotional aspects of buying a home should not be overlooked...

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  Episode #20

  Addicted, Homeless, Pregnant... and Then Everything Changed

  May 26, 202553 minS1

  <p>What happens when a straight-A student and student council president spirals into addiction by age 16 — and ends up homeless, pregnant, and battling for her life?</p><p>In this raw and powerful episode of Kick It Up a Notch, Jenny McBride sits down with Julie Greer, who shares her extraordinary journey from inhalants at 12 years old to long-term recovery, motherhood, and leadership in healthcare. Julie opens up about the painful moments that nearly destroyed her — and the divine interventions, 12-step program, and deep self-work that brought her back to life.</p><p>If you or someone you love has been...

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  Katy Perry Went to Space, But Could She Survive a Camping Trip?

  May 19, 202556 minS0

  <p>In this episode of Kick It Up a Notch, hosts Megan Thomas and Alicia Venson dive into a variety of engaging topics, starting with a humorous debate on whether 100 unarmed men could take down a silverback gorilla. They explore the implications of space tourism, particularly focusing on Katy Perry's recent space flight, and discuss the nature of astronaut training and the role of women in space exploration. The conversation takes a whimsical turn as they theorize about aliens and human existence, wrapping up with light-hearted banter about what they would pack for a trip to space. In this episode...

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