Affirmation Nation with Bob Ducca en affirmationnation@earwolf.com Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 30 May 2012 14:51:13 +0000 Libsyn WebEngine http://www.earwolf.com aarp,comedy,earwolf,health,medicine,mental,morris,selfhelp,seth no http://assets.libsyn.com/content/3331862.jpg Affirmation Nation with Bob Ducca Earwolf Media, LLCaarp,comedy,earwolf,health,medicine,mental,morris,selfhelp,sethaffirmationnation@earwolf.com Truckstop Blues As Bob tries to navigate his way back home from Denver, he checks in from a truck stop with tales to tell.

]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:54 Via Voicemail Pt. 2 Enjoy this simple little ditty from Bob Ducca as he continues on his journey home from Denver.

]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 1:24 Via Voicemail Bob is on the road and without his trusty pharmacist by his side, he has fallen ill to some Colorado-specific ailments. For instance...

]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:04 Rhymes with Belly This week Bob is outsourcing his affirmation to a talented songwriter who I think we all know and love. Belly, if you're listening, you know where to find Bob.

]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:23 Astro Illnesses Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might be spared from your devastating plagues and ailments tonight.

]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:37 Don't Be So Hard On Yourself This week, we leave you with a poem telling an important message about self-esteem and respect. As you go about your day today, don't be so hard on yourself!

]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:13:00 +0000 no 2:34 Diabetic Foods This week's Affirmation Nation is for anyone suffering from diabetes and worried they'll never be able to enjoy their favorite treats again. Here are just a few mouth-watering, insulin-moderating dishes for you to consider. Thanks Whitney!

]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 1:49 Valentine's Day Saint Valentine has been torturing the world's lonely people for over 1500 years, but that ends now! Bob has some hopeful wishes and inspirational lyrics that are far more valuable than any chocolate sampler or wilted carnation. Happy Valentine's Day.

]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 1:55 Crutch Pouch Miracles The easy access Universal Crutch Pouch gets more than a brisk review on today's Afiirmation Nation.

]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 4:01 Cold Remedies Just because you don't have health insurance doesn't mean you must be resigned to illness! This cold and flu season let Dr. Ducca let you in on some secrets to staying clear and breathing without labor. 

]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:50 Inner Teenager Talking to teens isn't always easy, no matter how "real" or "not-pretend" they are. Here is an exercise to help you chat with the kiddo in your life with ease!

]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:00 Love Jealousy Not often do we get to hear from our listeners "across the pond" but this week we get a letter straight from the icy woodlands of Norway. Apparently the scenic countryside isn't enough to suppress feelings of romantic inadequacy.

]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:26 Flipswitchers Today's episode of Affirmation Nation is all about Flipswitchers, or Friendly Little Incentives Presented So We Instantly Think, uh...man, Bob is so much better at this than I am!

]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 6:50 Body Snacks Are you hungry for a snack break? Let Bob tantalize your taste buds with some of his favorite ways to chow down.

]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 1:29 Behind the Scenes I've heard of "Behind the Music" but "Behind the PODCAST?" That's just crazy!

]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 15:21 Hello: A Poem The animal kingdom is ripe with inspiration. Some of the finest works of art were inspired by our furry little friends, and I think you'll agree that today's poem belongs in that classification. Say hello to Hello: A Poem.

]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:23 Sound Poem: Bob Gets Ready In The Morning A candid tape recording of Bob's morning ritual.

]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 7:17 Nutrition An apple a day keeps the doctor away....depending on how that apple is prepared, by whom, and under what pretense.

]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:45 Letter from Ibraham We've had listener letters before, but they've never been as exotic and exciting as today's gem! Listen and try to contain your excitement as Bob is offered the opportunity of a lifetime!

]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:21 Isolation Tanks Are Isolation Tanks right for you? And by "you" I mean listener Paul Prince. Find out as Bob answers yet another listener letter.

]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:54 Road Food The convenience store dinner. We've all had it, but I doubt any of us have made a feast of it the way Bob has. Just listen!

]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:24 Bob's Travelogue Usually after a vacation, you'd invite your friends over to look at pictures from the trip. Seeing as that is impossible for a number of reasons, here we have a monologue regarding Bob's travels: A travelogue if you will.

]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:35 Bob's Voicemail Pt. 3 If you spent the past month singing Christmas Carols, than there is a good chance that you've been infected by one of the many music-based disorders from which Bob suffers. Thank you Ben for your letter. Ben, huh...that reminds me of a song...

]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 4:56 Bob's Voicemail Pt. 2

Well, late is better than never! With Bob out on the road he couldn't share this New Year's Eve poem until after the fact. I think we can all forgive him, considering the circumstances.

]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:43 Bob's Voicemail

If you think Affirmation Nation would go on hold for Bob to celebrate the holidays, than you are mistaken! Today Bob calls in with an update on his holiday activity and the fuel he is using to keep them going, if you know what I mean.

]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:13:43 +0000 no 4:14 New Year's Resolutions Should old acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind? Thank you all for listening to Affirmation Nation this year. You've all been really kind!

]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:42 Toenail Clippings We have a true return to form this episode as Bob debuts yet another of his beautiful poems. Talk about a great belated Christmas present!

]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:02 Holiday Friends All the tinsel and eggnog in the world can't measure up to a friendly hug when you're in need. Thank you to all the friends who lent their support to Bob this holiday season.

]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:19 Winter Prayer Christmas is just around the corner and Bob's gift to you is a multi-denominational winter prayer that embraces all faith systems and all theological identities. Happy Holidays!

]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 4:11 Family Fun Films Once dinner has been eaten and presents have been opened, we'll all need something to do with our loved ones this holiday season. Take a page from Bob and listener Matt and pop in one of these family favorites!

]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:07 Bob's Xmas List Bob couldn't quite figure out how to use Amazon Wishlist so he's presenting his holiday desires via podcast!

]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 4:01 12 Days of Duccamas Pt 3 And now it’s time for one of everyone’s favorite Christmas carols! You know the tune so sing along! And a one, and a two…

]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:21 12 Days of Duccamas Pt 2 And now it’s time for one of everyone’s favorite Christmas carols! You know the tune so sing along! And a one, and a two…

]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:22 12 Days of Duccamas And now it's time for one of everyone's favorite Christmas carols! You know the tune so sing along! And a one, and a two...

]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:42 Bob Loves Football 3 Are you ready to rumble? Because it might be... could it be... it is a home run of Affirmation Nations this week! Boom goes the dynamite!

]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:23 Bob Loves Football 2

Are you ready to rumble? Because it might be... could it be... it is a home run of Affirmation Nations this week! Boom goes the dynamite!

]]> Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:41 Bob Loves Football Are you ready to rumble? Because it might be... could it be... it is a home run of Affirmation Nations this week! Boom goes the dynamite!

]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:28 Bob Cures Your Hiccups Few things are as annoying as a bad case of hiccups. Listener Ashley knows this, and she knows that when you need holistic all-natural healing for a commonplace problem, there is only one person to ask!

]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 2:48 Spontaneous Combustion Spontaneous combustion doesn't just happen to plants and animals. It can happen to humans like you, and me, and listener Sheila. Be prepared, be vigilant, and be safe. On a brighter note, go pick up the Ducca Strong bracelet from the Earwolf store. Limited time only, so act fast!

]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 4:10 Bob's Thanksgiving Gobble Gobble! Hope all you listeners had a great Thanksgiving and that your meal was even half as delicious as Bob's was!

]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:06 Where Are My Parents? I think this one speaks for itself. A tone poem. An ode. Where Are My Parents?

]]> Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 3:02 Rhyme Therapy Some people let the stigma of psychiatry prevent them from seeking help and finding solace. Maybe, just maybe, one of you will take part in some "rhyme therapy" and find that not only is it fun, but it's spiritually freeing. Happy Thanksgiving, listeners. As always if one of you would like to invite good ol' Bob to your family's celebration, email AffirmationNation@earwolf.com

]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no 5:56 Ancient Aliens We all know that The History Channel's "Ancient Aliens" is educational and compelling. Now we learn of its ability to inspire with Bob's newest poem, "Some Thoughts on The History Channel's Ancient Aliens."

]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:27 Got Milk? It's not just for moistening cereal or stopping jalapeño burn. It's the lifeblood of the beverage industry and it's what we celebrate this week. Thanks Conrad!

]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:04 Listener Life Advice With 100 episodes now under his belt, I think we can all agree that Bob Ducca is qualified to give advice to the listeners. Best of luck, Bill!

]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:50 Pets Who Have Passed I think we've all gone through the sorrow of losing a loved one too soon. Even worse is the pain of the passing of a furry friend. Please take this time to think of your own late companions and pet your living friends extra hard. Thanks Bill!

]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:51 Music Therapy Pt 3 Bob Ducca has tried his hand at scream therapy, art therapy, and even more experimental forms of self-help like gourd therapy. This week he takes it old school with an attempt at music therapy.

]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:33 Music Therapy Pt 1 Bob Ducca has tried his hand at scream therapy, art therapy, and even more experimental forms of self-help like gourd therapy. This week he takes it old school with an attempt at music therapy.

]]> Wed, 09 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:50 Music Therapy Pt 2 Bob Ducca has tried his hand at scream therapy, art therapy, and even more experimental forms of self-help like gourd therapy. This week he takes it old school with an attempt at music therapy.

]]> Wed, 09 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:18 Rattle Crackle Crunch Tang After the outrageous success of the last tone poem, Bob has once again put quill to scroll. Turn off your anxious thoughts, tell your worries to come back later, and let your brain soak in the nectar of Rattle Crackle Crunch Tang.

]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:17 Plant Derived Illnesses We got one heck of a listener letter this week from a harried housewife with some health questions pertaining to her flower bed. Thanks for your letter Susie, and be sure to keep us updated on your lawn and garden.

]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:41 Psychic Vampirism You're going to see a lot of scary goblins and ghouls tonight. Know that not all witches and vampires have warts on their noses and blood soaked fangs. Some might just look like your lonely, middle-aged neighbor.

]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:37 Halloween Allergies Trick or treat, smell my feet, I'm sorry that they're swollen from eating too many sweets.

]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:09 Bucket List If cinema has taught us anything, it is that everyone has a bucket list. Even Bob? Even Bob! Why don't you share your own bucket lists with us on theEarwolf forums? Thanks Jim!

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 7:11 Orthobean Body Pillow You've heard Bob's poetry. You've heard his product reviews. In a total chocolate-and-peanut butter incident, we've found the two combined for today's episode. And, uh...sorry about last week.

]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:18 Television Ailments III ...low self-worth, poor hand-eye coordination, and frequent television watchers have a lowered life expectancy. But that's not all! Thanks for your letter, Ryan!

]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:09 Television Ailments II ...diabetes, behavioral issues, lowered manual dexterity, and...

]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:49 Television Ailments Frequent television watching is scientifically linked to an increased risk of obesity, ADHD in children and adults, vision problems, and....

]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:39 The Home Inside My Head We end this week with a poem, but one a little different than past poems. This one is considered "tonal poetry" and it is...well, why don't you just listen in and find out!

]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:51 Inspirational Posters II Listener Julia should be proud. She's inspired yet another set of inspirational posters! Hang in there, Julia!

]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:36 Public Restrooms Listener Glenn, like many of us, is plagued by constant anxiety regarding which public restrooms he should and shouldn't use. The foremost expert in the field, Bob Ducca, is here to help!

]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:26 Cervical Neck Traction Kit It is time for another product review and this one is a real doozy. Is the Over Door Home Cervical Neck Traction Kid by Spineright spine-right for you? Listen in and hopefully you can avoid some of Bob's mistakes.

]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:41 Culturally Specific Ailments Sure, most podcast listeners are white, American males, but that doesn't mean that we lack cultural diversity as an industry. Today Bob responds to a listener letter regarding some of the geographically and culturally specific ailments and illnesses that can and will afflict many of us. Thanks for your letter Sam!

]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:55 Special Guest: Potato Water Today, for the first time in Affirmation Nation history, we have a guest speaker! Sometimes it's not about what you say but how you say it, so hopefully by bringing a fresh new voice to the podcast we can learn to understand others in a deeper, fuller, more unconditional way.

]]> Mon, 03 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:30 Ear Candling There is a lot of misinformation and stigma when it comes to ear candling. Don't let yourself get confused like listener Tom; listen to Bob and figure out how to make ear candling work for you.

]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:38 Bob's Favorite Pies Grab a spoonful of whipped topping and a carton of vanilla ice cream, because today we're talking about pies! Perhaps the finest dessert in existence, Bob celebrates this warm and flaky treat in true Affirmation Nation form.

]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:22 Canine Cooler Pet Bed It's time for yet another product review. This week Bob looks into the pros and cons of the Canine Cooler Thermoregulating Pet Bed. This one gets truly personal for Bob, so find a cool place to sit and prepare for his words of wisdom.]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:16 Inspirational Posters Like listener Julia, Bob is often offended and depressed by what major sign-making corporations deem to be "inspirational posters." Today he presents ideas for some more accurate and uplifting signs.

]]> Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:32 Someone Set the Toaster... Today's poem is one of sadness and loss. One that has provided Bob catharsis following a tragedy. One about bagels and toasters.]]> Wed, 21 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:44 Waiting for the Bus It is important to always thank those who provide kindness and charity. Today's Affirmation Nation is dedicated to all the business who have provided Bob with a roof and a comfy chair when he needed it the most.

]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:25 Looking For A Chiropractor We end the week once again with a poem. This one is entitled I'm Looking for a Chiropractor Like The One In Jacob's Ladder. Thank you, and see you next week!

]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:40 Intercontinental Incontinence I think the title says it all. Thanks for your letter, Rich. Feel better.
]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:55 Types of Therapy The world of psychiatric counseling can be dark and scary to a novice patient. How can you know what path of therapy is right for you? Let Bob help you figure it out!

]]> Mon, 12 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:23 Dealing With Disappointment Even the happiest clam can fall victim to a devastating set-back. If you're having trouble getting back on that horse, let Bob sooth your soul with today's Affirmation Nation.
]]> Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:38 A Guide to Travel Pillows Listener Craig, like many of us, has trouble getting proper shuteye on a plane. Don't get overwhelmed, Craig: Bob is here to help! Prepare to get some major zzz's!
]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:09 Don't Get Duped Someone as trusting as Bob is bound to be tricked once in a while, but that doesn't mean you should be! If you've ever been the victim of theft, deception, or trickery, listen in for tips on how to stay safe in this crazy world of ours.

]]> Mon, 05 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:45 Chipotle: A Poem How better to end the week than with a poem? Today's poem is for a very special pepper with a very special place in Bob's heart.
]]> Fri, 02 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:23 A Note to Nurses Is it just me, or do nurses not get the credit they deserve? From cleaning up vomit to administering medicine, they do so much work with so little reward. Send this episode to a nurse in your life and brighten up her day, won't you?
]]> Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:55 Bob's Favorite Sauces

Bob has made it clear what foods he cannot eat, but it's about time he celebrated all the delicious treats he CAN consume. Very few people appreciate the art of sauce-making the way Bob does, so listen in! You might even leave about a new sauce you've never tried!

]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:15 Quote of the Day Join Bob for Affirmation Nation's first ever Quote of the Day. It will leave you feeling warmed, more content, and ready to embark on the day's adventures.

]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:16 Bob's Medicine Cabinet For many of us, a medicine cabinet is more than just a place to store toothpaste and antacids: A medicine cabinet is a treasure trove of all the things we hold most dear. Today you'll hear what Bob keeps in his medicine cabinet, and hopefully it will inspire you to spruce up your own medicinal toy box.

]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:03 Don't Squeeze What better way to end the week than with a poem? Today's poem is called "Don't Squeeze" and I'm sure it will speak to many of our listeners. Have a great weekend!

]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:05:53 +0000 no podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:16 Don't Squeeze What better way to end the week than with a poem? Today's poem is called "Don't Squeeze" and I'm sure it will speak to many of our listeners. Have a great weekend!

]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:47 Dream Journal like to think all of us dream of a better world. A world more friendly, more welcoming, and more ergonomic. Today's Affirmation Nation are some of the dreams Bob has for making the world a simpler place to live.

]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:19:06 +0000 no podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:31 Dream Journal I like to think all of us dream of a better world. A world more friendly, more welcoming, and more ergonomic. Today's Affirmation Nation are some of the dreams Bob has for making the world a simpler place to live.

]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:24:06 +0000 no podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:01 Dream Journal I like to think all of us dream of a better world. A world more friendly, more welcoming, and more ergonomic. Today's Affirmation Nation are some of the dreams Bob has for making the world a simpler place to live.

]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:01 Learning To Say No It's an easy enough premise, but many of us have problems executing it. Bob reveals just how to say "No" today with some tried and true excuses for those of us too full of love to deny anyone anything ever.

]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:00 Pee Shyness Pee shyness effects countless individuals all over this great country, including listener Joel. If you are similarly affected and are tired of the stigma, tune in and find out how you can urinate happily once again.

]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:00 Handheld Travel Bidet That's right, it is time once again for one of Bob Ducca's product reviews! This week Bob turns his critical eye to a personal hygiene product that can't quite live up to the hype.

]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:20 French Toast Cleanse Food and drink cleanses aren't just for fancy starlets and insecure Midwestern moms. Listener Kristen wants to know what cleanse is right for her, and Bob has all the answers she needs!

]]> Fri, 19 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:22 Positive Affirmations You came here for daily affirmations and that is exactly what you'll get! You can walk away from today's episode with a bevy of positive statements to get you through the rest of the week!

]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca,moriss 3:28 I Bruised My Coccyx Bob was recently the recipient of some emotional and physical bruising. And what do we do when we are hurt? We write poetry! Enjoy!

]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:19 Highest Self Maybe the most important message Bob has for you all is the message of Highest Self. I honestly can't express enough just how important it is that he get this point across to all of you. You cannot miss this episode!

]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:36 Workplace Meditations Got a case of the Mondays? Start your week off on a positive note with a workplace-specific guided meditation courtesy of Bob Ducca. And just to show that you aren't alone in your anxieties, he'll join you!

]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:19 Varicose Veins Compression hose. There, I said it! With all the stigma and negativity attached to these medical garments it can be hard to find help. Listener Glen came to the right place and Bob is more than ready to expel the rumors and get to the cold hard facts! Best of luck Glen!

]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:59 no Neilmed Neti Pot Feeling stopped up? You won't be for long if you take Bob's advice! Yep, it's another product review and this week it's for the wildly popular Neilmed NasaFlo Neti Pot Sinus Rinse. And while the name says it all, I think you'd all be wise to listen to Bob's advice on how to use this powerful tool.

]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:43 no Vision Quest We have received countless letters from listeners needing advice for their vision quests and other drug-induced religious experiences. This episode is dedicated to listener John P. but I think we'll have all learned a thing or two about spirit wolves once it's done.

]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:17 no The Learning Annex Affirmation Nation is by no means sponsored by The Learning Annex (they've actually asked that we refrain from mentioning them henceforth), but that won't stop Bob from loving them! Today Bob offers up some of his favorite classes and I'm willing to bet that one of them will sound good to you!

]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:31 no The Self-Esteem Basket It is time once again for one of Bob's guided meditations. Find somewhere cozy to sit, put on some soothing music, and relax!

]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 4:18 no Past Burdens Bob, like many of us, is in the constant state of relieving his burdens. Today he relieves the burdens of childhood enemies. Got a grudge you're still holding onto? I hope you find inspiration in Bob's courage and let go of your pain.

]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:48 no An Ode to a Pharaoh When I say noble female Egyptian ruler, I think we all know what names comes to mind! Today Bob celebrates the beauty, strength, and courage of the woman who has inspired so many.

]]> Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:54 no Skwoosh Travel Cushion Summer is the perfect time for a road trip, but who wants to go for a long drive only to be disappointed by the lack of support of their travel cushion? Well, worry no longer! Bob is here to review the Skwoosh Travel Seat Cushion and I think I can safely say that this one is a winner!

]]> Wed, 03 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:45 no Wedding Advice Listener Andrew is lucky in love! His wedding is coming up and he has asked for the advice of our dear Bob Ducca. Engaged or not, I think we all can learn a lot from Bob about keeping a marriage fresh and full of joy. Mazel Tov, Andrew!

]]> Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:09 no Saying Goodbye While it may be hard to say goodbye to friends and loved ones, it comes nowhere near the pain of bidding farewell to the foods that bring you so much joy. Today Bob shares with us the foods he is no longer able to eat. We're sorry Bob, and we're here to support you.

]]> Mon, 01 Aug 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:15 no How They Met How did the world come to know Bob Ducca? Well, I think his parents take some responsibility for that. In this excerpt from Bob's unpublished autobiography, you'll learn how Mr. and Mrs. Ducca came to be the parents of a beautiful baby boy that would go on to grow into the guru we all know and love.

]]> Fri, 29 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:03 no Yet Another Poem There is no better way to start the day than a hot cup of coffee and a fresh poem. Recline your Lazyboy and get out your nicest quilt to warm up with some word jazz.

]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:51 no Knee Crunching It's time for yet another listener letter. Listener Johnny has been experiencing something odd when he walks. Should he go to the hospital? Dr. Bob doles out medical advice that I think we can all take to heart, or at least to knee.

]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:28 no Wrinkles the Hairless Cat Bob's poem therapy has been picking up steam as of late and he is back with yet another of his brilliant writings. We should all be so lucky to find a friend like Wrinkles the Hairless Cat.

]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:34 no ProFlex Elbow Pads We've got yet another product review for you today. Bob recently had an experience with Erdogyne ProFlex Soft Cap Elbow Pads and, well, just listen to what he has to say. Remember folks, elbow pad density is no laughing matter!

]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:29 no Breaking Up Is Hard To Do Listener Mike has recently gone on one of life's scariest roller coasters: Breaking up with a loved one. If you are also dealing with the rejection and pain that comes along with lost affection, take solace in Bob's advice and hopefully you can begin to heal.

]]> Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:10 no Guided Meditation III Today we give our listeners yet another guided meditation led by Mr. Bob Ducca. Put on your comfiest orthopedic pajamas, pour yourself a warm cup of tea (but not too warm!) and relax.

]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 5:11 no What Bob Can't Do Freedom is the most beautiful gift this world has to offer. By contrast, strictly-enforced limitations are hell on earth. Take joy in your freedoms while Bob lists that which he is no longer allowed to do.

]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:43 no Hook-and-Loop Slipper Today Bob offers up a product review for the Men's Cronus Hook-and-Loop Slipper by Propet. If you're experiencing any slipper-based discomfort, tarry not and listen before it's too late!

]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:39 no Trestles Made of Yestles Poetry is one of the most empowering and successful methods of communication. Today's poem, Trestles Made of Yestles, dips its metaphorical toe into the tides of communication and will hopefully wash over you with a wave of positivity on the sandy shores of life.

]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 07:00:00 +0000 podcast,entertainment,comedy,bob,nation,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:50 no Episode 33 - Listener Letter VI If Bob can make one point known it is that knee pain is a serious problem. Listener Zach seeks advisement on dealing with this embarrassing and painful ailment and gets some spiritual guidance in return.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:52:59 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,listener,bob,morris,nation,seth,iv,affirmation,letter,earwolf,ducca 3:24 Episode 32 - Twitter Covers IV From time to time, Bob will use Affirmation Nation as a podium for some of his favorite tweets. This is the fourth of these Twitter Covers. Follow @BobDucca for more gems like these.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:51:49 +0000 yes podcast,twitter,comedy,bob,morris,covers,nation,seth,iv,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:32 Episode 31 - Listener Letters V Got a smelly septum? Listener Shamus sure does! If you've had trouble finding the right deodorant to fix your fragrance problem, let Bob assist you down the metaphorical antiperspirant aisle.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:50:09 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,letters,iv,affirmation,earwolf,duccamlistener 2:09 Episode 30 - Twitter Covers III From time to time, Bob will use Affirmation Nation as a podium for some of his favorite tweets. This is the third of these Twitter Covers. Follow @BobDucca for more gems like these.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:48:18 +0000 yes podcast,twitter,comedy,bob,morris,covers,iii,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:37 Episode 29 - Listener Letters IV I think all our listeners have the same question of Bob, and only Drew has been courageous enough to ask: How did he loose his virginity? The story is touching, and at times criminal, but beautiful nonetheless.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:47:53 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,listener,bob,morris,nation,seth,letters,iv,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 3:49 Episode 28 - Twitter Covers II From time to time, Bob will use Affirmation Nation as a podium for some of his favorite tweets. This is the second of these Twitter Covers. Follow @BobDucca for more gems like these.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:46:20 +0000 yes podcast,twitter,comedy,bob,morris,covers,ii,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:09 Episode 27 - Listener Letter III Listener Nicole brings a very important issue to Affirmation Nation: Food Interfacing. Learn today how Bob manages his relationship with gluttony and food-based shame. Thanks Nicole!

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:45:15 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,listener,bob,morris,iii,nation,seth,letters,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:45 Episode 26 - Twitter Covers I From time to time, Bob will use Affirmation Nation as a podium for some of his favorite tweets. This is the first of these Twitter Covers. Follow @BobDucca for more gems like these.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:43:05 +0000 yes podcast,twitter,comedy,bob,morris,covers,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 1:53 Episode 25 - Listener Letter II If there is anything Bob is an expert on, it's being a step-father. Listener Benjamin seeks out his advice for relating to his own step-parent and receives a beautiful message of encouragement in response.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:41:56 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,listener,bob,morris,ii,nation,seth,affirmation,letter,earwolf,ducca 2:37 Episode 24 - To All The Women I've Loved Before Inspired by the hit new song "To All The Girls I've Loved Before," Bob sends out his own love call on the winds of change that are always blowing. We love you all.

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:24:40 +0000 yes podcast,the,comedy,to,women,all,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,before,ive,loved,earwolf,ducca 4:34 Episode 23 - Bob's Diary: The Slippery Slope Of Comparison Now that we've all become acquainted, Bob is ready to get very open and honest with all the listeners. Today he reads a particularly sensitive selection from his diary entitled "The Slippery Slope of Comparison."

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:24:12 +0000 yes podcast,the,of,comedy,bob,morris,diary,nation,seth,slippery,slope,comparison,affirmation,earwolf,ducca,bobs 3:33 Episode 22 - Listener Letter I Happy to help those in need, Bob has taken to answering letters from some of our listeners. Today's letter comes from Mike, a nice guy in need of a great friend. Best of luck, Mike!

]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:23:39 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:46 21 - The Battle Tattered Flapping Flag Bob has made significant progress in his poem therapy and has finally overcome his performance anxiety enough to read one for you. Here is his latest opus: The Battle Tattered Flapping Flag.

]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,the,comedy,battle,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,flag,tattered,earwolf,ducca,flapping 2:26 20 - Art Therapy Sometimes we do the best learning when we're on our way to class. This was Bob's experience with his most recent healing venture: Art Therapy. Feel free to send in your own therapeutic self-portraits to AffirmationNation@earwolf.com.

]]> Mon, 27 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,art,comedy,bob,morris,therapy,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,ducca 2:52 19 - Guided Meditation II After the wild success of his last guided meditation, Bob is back with yet another relaxation exercise. Breath deeply and enjoy.

]]> Fri, 24 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,meditation,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,earwolf,duccaguided 4:04 18 - Bob's Mustache Before you leave your house this morning, ready to conquer the world and achieve all your goals and dreams, listen to the story of Bob's mustache surgery and the unexpected passion it awarded him.

]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,mustache,earwolf,ducca,bobs 3:02 17 - Hanging Out With Yes Inspired by a trip to the local book store, Bob would like to share with you all some profundity he encountered where he least expected it: In literature!

]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,comedy,out,with,bob,morris,nation,seth,affirmation,yes,hanging,earwolf,ducca 2:40 16 - Inner Self Bob brings out his inner Freud this week to talk about our inner child and his or her inner ill-equipped relative stuck taking care of him or her.

]]> Tue, 21 Jun 2011 06:52:36 +0000 no 3:59 15 - Bob Ducca Book Club Would you like to be as empowered and self-aware as Bob Ducca? Here is just a brief list of some of the self-help books that have brought happiness into the life of our favorite ex-step father.

]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 yes podcast,club,comedy,to,word,tags,book,spoken,with,bob,morris,use,nation,30,seth,eg,or,marks,affirmation,separate,limited,spaces,earwolf,ducca,quotation 2:13 14 - Bus Ride Do you ever feel like everyone is staring at you? This is a feeling Bob is well acquainted with, and he’s here to help you overcome your insecurities and get right back on that bus!

]]> Fri, 17 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:46 13 - Bathtub Safety Most of the podcasts on Earwolf are full of jokes and goof ‘em ups, but Bob is here to talk about one of the most serious issues plaguing this country: Bathtub Safety.

]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:29 12 - The Tick and the Bed Bug Sometimes the smallest creatures can teach us the biggest lessons. Today on Affirmation Nation we learn a bit about the feeding rituals of insects and hopefully about ourselves as well.

]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:09 11 - Coconut Water There are few things in this world more refreshing than Affirmation Nation. One of those things is Coconut Water.

]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:31 10 - An Important Story Today’s Affirmation Nation is an educational fable in the style of an Aesop or a Blume. Won’t you come learn with Bob?

]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 4:14 9 - Thanks To Our Sponsors II We are so appreciative of all the kind sponsors who choose to affiliate with Affirmation Nation. We thank them once again.

]]> Fri, 10 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:35 8 - CPDA Knee Strap Today Bob brings us yet another product review, but one not nearly as favorable as Bauerfield GenuTrain. Watch yourself, Cho-Pat.

]]> Thu, 09 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:40 7 - Expensive Pillow Expensive Pillow is one of Bob’s most beloved poems. Enjoy this poem as you start your day, and again as you climb into bed and hug your own expensive pillow.

]]> Wed, 08 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:32 6 - Ms. Hardtar's Dog Perhaps the greatest love a person can find is the love of a furry friend. But as Bob’s friend Ms. Hardtar learned, you have to be careful with these four-legged companions.

]]> Tue, 07 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 4:05 5 - Thanks To Our Sponsors We are so appreciative of all the kind sponsors who choose to affiliate with Affirmation Nation. Today, we thank them.

]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:50 4 - Bauerfield GenuTrain Turning a negative into a positive, Bob has decided to review some of the various medical supplies that have kept him in slighly-less-discomfort-than-normal. Today we start with his favorite knee brace.

]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:39 3 - Guided Meditation Bob has recently discovered the relaxation and self-realization possible through guided meditations. Join Bob on this, his first of many attempts at nirvana.

]]> Wed, 01 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 3:44 2 - Comfort Zone Today’s Affirmation Nation is a poem written by Bob about a trip he took. The destination? A happier and healthier Bob Ducca.

]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 2:28 1 - Hand Putty Welcome to Affirmation Nation with Bob Ducca. In this episode, Bob tells us a hopeful tale about a certain therapeutic treatment and what it has meant for his gentle psyche. Please send your words of encouragement, prayer requests, and other needs to AffirmationNation@Earwolf.com.

]]> Mon, 30 May 2011 07:00:00 +0000 no 3:26 nonadult