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18 Dec Last Minute Holiday Gifts For The Foodie In Your Life

Posted at 15:52h in Gift Guide by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Broadry, National Lifestyle Content Desk Looking for a last minute gift for the food lover in your life? Here's a roundup of some top picks from our editors: McCrea’s Candies: Holiday Party Box Does someone on your list have a sweet tooth? McCrea’s Candies offers a Holiday...

09 Dec Want A Good Night’s Sleep? You Aren’t Alone

Posted at 17:09h in Coping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Broadry, National Lifestyle Content Desk If you are looking for a good night's sleep, you aren't alone. Turns out, many of us are desperate for some shut-eye. Even the social media platform Pinterest reports that searches for "sleep optimization" is up 116% from last year. While...

25 Nov Holiday Gifts Under $50

Posted at 19:33h in Julie Gift Guide by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Lifestyle Content Desk This year has been anything but ordinary. So, as you shop for last minute gifts and stocking stuffers, why not consider some quirky, fun, and out-of-the box gifts for your loved ones? These are all under 50 bucks. Rose-colored glasses We...

25 Nov Q&A: How Do Pets Help Those Coping With Cancer?

Posted at 14:23h in Coping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Health & Wellness Content Desk In this week's Q&A, we talk with Trish Goldsmith from the non-profit organization CancerCare to discuss the importance of animal companions for those going through cancer treatment and the resources available during the pandemic. Q: What are...

20 Nov Ask Brad: What Products Are Worth Buying In December?

Posted at 19:23h in Brad Wilson, Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week’s Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals answers questions on his favorite shopping strategies for December 2020 and beyond. Q: When it comes to bargains, what products are worth buying in December? Brad: Retailers continue to discount aggressively throughout the...

13 Nov Celebrate Multiculturalism With America Is For Everyone

Posted at 19:18h in Travel by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

While international travel may not be an option for many of us at the moment, that doesn't mean you have to miss out on discovering new experiences and cultures from around the globe. Julie Loffredi shares how you can travel from the comfort of your...

10 Nov Ask Brad: Credit Cards For Holiday Gifts?

Posted at 14:19h in Brad Wilson, Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week’s Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals answers questions on how holiday shoppers can cross off their lists without overspending — and tips for using credit cards wisely. Q: How can shoppers avoid going over budget this season? Brad:...

09 Nov Q&A: What Jobs Are In-Demand Right Now?

Posted at 19:24h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, Broadry National Content Desk In this week's Q&A we dive into the job market. Brandi Frattini, CareerBuilder's talent acquisition team lead, tells us what industries are hiring, tips for writing a resume, and what specific jobs are in-demand right now. Q: What are the...

09 Nov This Teddy Bear Company Has Been Around For 140 Years

Posted at 13:49h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Broadry, National Lifestyle Content Desk Founded in 1880, Steiff is the manufacturer of high-end toys and collectibles. The original founder, Margarete Steiff, was recently inducted into the Toy Hall of Fame. In this week's Q&A, we discuss this achievement with Steiff Spokesperson Liza...

28 Oct Ask Brad: What Shopping Apps Do You Use?

Posted at 14:11h in Brad Wilson by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week’s Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals answers questions on his favorite shopping strategies — and how to use technology to find the best deals. Q: What's your strategy for getting everyone crossed off that shopping list?Brad: Sometimes figuring out...

20 Oct Dr. Heather Richardson Talks Breast Cancer Awareness

Posted at 22:23h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: National Lifestyle Content DeskOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness month, an annual campaign to raise awareness of the disease. To help learn more, this week's Q&A is with Dr. Heather Richardson from Bedford Breast Center in Beverly Hills, California. Q: What do you want to tell...

19 Oct Q&A: Musicbed Film Challenge Winner Kyndra Kennedy

Posted at 17:34h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Lifestyle Syndicated Content Desk Musicbed, a company that provides highly curated music for filmmakers and creatives used by companies such as New Balance, Adidas, McDonald’s, Google, Netflix and more, issued a challenge to filmmakers urging them to get back to work and “Make a Film, Make a...

12 Oct Ask Brad: Will Other Retailers Try To Compete With Prime Day?

Posted at 13:32h in Brad Wilson by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week’s Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals answers questions on what shoppers can expect on Amazon Prime Day and how competing retailers will likely respond. Q. Will other retailers try to compete with Prime Day? Brad: For a...

12 Oct Q&A: Dawnn Karen Talks Fashion Psychology

Posted at 13:20h in Uncategorized by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

Fashion Psychologist Dr. Dawnn Karen, author of Dress Your Best Life, talks about her new book and how to look and feel your best. Q: What is fashion psychology? Karen: In my book Dress Your Best Life I have defined the Fashion Psychology Field...

22 Sep Ask Brad: What Do You Expect This Amazon Prime Day 2020?

Posted at 13:33h in Brad Wilson by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week’s Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad’s Deals answers questions on what shoppers can expect on Amazon Prime Day and finding bargains. Q: What can shoppers expect this Prime Day?Brad: Prime Day 2020 is going to be very different...

16 Sep Ask Jon: Why Are So Many Families RVing Right Now?

Posted at 11:11h in Travel by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Lifestyle Content Desk In this week's Q&A, Jon Gray, the CEO of RVshare, answers questions about the booming RV industry and tips for families looking to hit the road. Q: Why are so many families attracted to RVing again? Jon: RVing has been...

10 Sep Ask Brad: What Deals Should Holiday Shoppers Expect?

Posted at 13:30h in Brad Wilson, Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson, National Lifestyle Content DeskIn this week's Q&A, Brad Wilson from Brad's Deals answers questions on what shoppers can expect this holiday season, shipping delays, and finding bargains.Q: What should shoppers expect this holiday, when it comes to deals? Brad: The good news is...

10 Sep Ask Bob: What’s The Secret To Improving Video Conferencing At Home?

Posted at 13:20h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Lifestyle Content Desk Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of workers have found themselves tethered to a computer for online meetings and conferences. In this week's Q&A, Bob Caniglia, Director of Sales Operations for Blackmagic Design answers questions about how to improve...

02 Sep Q&A: How Does Natural Cycles Work?

Posted at 15:49h in News, Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Lifestyle Content Desk Dr. Elina Berglund Scherwitzl is the co-founder and CEO of Natural Cycles, a new FDA cleared birth control app. In this Q&A, Dr. Elina talks about how her personal experience helped set in motion the new technology that over...

20 Aug Ask Adrian: How Did Viola Davis Discover You?

Posted at 14:59h in Q&A by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi National Lifestyle Content Desk Brooklyn-based artist Adrian Brandon is making headlines for his illustrative works, specifically portraying the “unique joy, swagger and love” that is shared throughout the Black community. In this roundup, he talks about his work, latest projects, and his fans: Q:...

19 Aug Ask Brad: When Is Amazon Prime Day?

Posted at 13:09h in Brad Wilson, Shopping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson | National Lifestyle Content Desk This time of year, shoppers are usually banking on back-to-school shopping deals and hot sales from online retailers. But with the pandemic, the typical retail calendar is a bit less predictable. So, what should consumers expect as we...

14 Aug Ask Anand: What Should I Do With My Stimulus Check?

Posted at 21:31h in Growth by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: National Content Desk — Personal Finance For many Americans, the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred financial stress and uneasiness. While the future economic landscape remains unclear, Anand Talwar, deposits and consumer strategy executive for Ally, encourages families to continue working towards greater financial stability. In this...

12 Aug Need More Sleep? You Aren’t Alone

Posted at 21:39h in Shop by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: National Lifestyle Content Desk If you are looking for a good night's sleep, you aren't alone. Turns out, many of us are desperate for some shut-eye. Even the social media platform Pinterest reports that searches for "sleep optimization" is up 116% from last year. While the...

12 Aug The Scholastic Bookshelf Helps Parents Talk To Their Kids

Posted at 13:26h in books by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi National Content Desk Answering kids' most pressing life questions is hard work. Scholastic aims to make "conversation starters" easier for parents and teachers with the launch of a new resource on Instagram. Lauren Tarshis, the senior vice president & editor-in-chief of Scholastic Classroom Magazines,...

11 Aug Moose Toys keeps kids busy on a rainy day

Posted at 14:15h in Toys by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Lifestyle Content Desk Looking to keep the kids busy this fall? Toy manufactures are gearing up for a season of fun! Moose Toys just rolled out some fun gadgets, squish toys, and craft kits. Here's a look at some popular picks that...

09 Aug ClearTheList Foundation Says Teachers Need More Virtual Learning Tools

Posted at 14:48h in Coping, News by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi, National Content Desk Due to covid-19, the 2020-2021 school year will look much different for communities across the country. Students may return back to class in-person — or learn in a virtual environment. As school districts adapt to new changes, Courtney Jones, founder...

31 Jul Ask Brad: How Do I Find Back To School Deals?

Posted at 15:19h in Brad Wilson, Shopping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Brad Wilson | National Content Desk Back-to-school shopping season has arrived. And, while this year is anything but normal, parents are still gearing up to spend on school supplies, clothing, and electronics. So, what should consumers know before they buy? Here's my answers to common...

28 Jul Engaging Children In Chores Has Added Benefits, According To Development Experts

Posted at 11:11h in Coping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi National Content Desk Clean the dishes. Make your bed. Vacuum the living room. If you heard those commands growing up from mom and dad, you may be better off. A new study suggests doing those simple chores as a kid — cooking, cleaning, and...

27 Jul How To Cover Gray Hair At Home

Posted at 13:14h in Beauty, Coping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi National Content Desk Aside from the traditional at-home "box" hair dye, there are less time-consuming approaches to scoring your desired color wheel. Here's a look at some bestselling hair coloring products from Dermstore (under $35) that can help you keep those pesky grays...

22 Jul Back To School Shopping List

Posted at 15:37h in Shopping by Julie Loffredi — Lifestyle

By: Julie Loffredi | National Content Desk Looking to get a jump-start on back-to-school shopping and kick-start a more positive morning routine? We discovered some innovative brands and products that are sure to help make back-to-school time a bit easier. Laptop Covers — For kids who are...