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Women In Business: Functional Office Accessories For The Mobile Professional

Guest: Creative Essentials, LLC

Today’s working women are constantly on the move. Here’s a solution designed for those with mobile lifestyles in mind. It’s an innovative product designed to enhance your busy schedule. Lapdesks help reduce the stress of being on the go.

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The Perfect Shoe

Guest: Ryn USA, LLC

We traveled to New York to meet with Robert Schwartz, the president and CEO of Eneslow, The Foot Comfort Center. Eneslow was named New York City Retailer of the year for 2009 by the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. Robert tells us about Ryn and how they got started in Health and wellness footwear?

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Trends In The Work Place: Success Strategies For The Web Commuter

Guest: Citrix Online, LLC

Citrix Online, a division of Citrix Systems, Inc. revolutionizes the way people work with Web-based remote access, support and online meeting technologies. Every month, more than 15,000 new customers start using Citrix Online’s services to work from anywhere with anyone – using our remote-connectivity tools to save time, get more done and connect to others around the world.
GoToMyPC is an easy and secure remote-access service that enables you to conveniently access email, files, programs and network resources from home or the road. It’s perfect for:
• Teleworking: Work on your office computer from home, or anywhere with just an Internet connection. Working from home just one day a week could reduce your carbon footprint and time and money spent on commuting to your office.
• After-Hours Access: You no longer physically need to be at the office to be productive. Leave the office early and finish later from home when it’s convenient for you.
• Increased Flexibility: You may have an important project to work on but can’t miss your kid’s soccer game or evening commitment. Now you have the ability to work from anywhere which improves you more work/life balance and flexibility.
• Travel Anywhere: Traveling for work or leisure, you can access your work or home computer from anywhere in the world so you’re always connected to your critical information.


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Baldwin Family Foundation & Breast Cancer Interview

Guest: Chews-4-Health

October is “Breast Cancer Awareness” month when people all around the United States focus on the disease, and finding a cure.
We traveled to New York to speak with Stephen Baldwim whose entire family has devoted itself to the cause.

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Low-Priced Alternatives To The Gym

Guest: Essence Pilates

Viewers will learn about a revolutionary new type of Pilates: Essence Pilates On-Line that combines the health of a Pilates work-out with the power of the internet through its on-line courses. Founders of Essence Pilates On-Line will demonstrate some Pilates techniques and offer insights on how to use this new approach to manage our own health conveniently and economically.

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How To Pack For & Dress For Business or Leisure Traveling

Guest: Boston Apparel Group

The Chadwicks style ambassador is back with her fashionable style tips and practical packing tips for women on the go.

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The Beauty Basics behind Organic Skincare Products

Guest: Korres USA

In this segment, we travel to New York City to take the most commonly asked questions about organic beauty products to the one of the world's leading experts on natural skincare. We'll learn what makes a product truly organic, who certifies the industry, and how effective organic products can be. We'll show you some of the ingredients to watch out for on the label, if you want a truly organic beauty product, and we'll learn what wild rose, yoghurt and honey do for you skin.

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GREAT SOUND ON THE ROAD

Guest: Memorex

Wondering how you can take your music with you and get the same sound you would at home?

Consider a combination MP3 player and a compact, portable travel speaker or boombox combo to play your tunes. That way you’ll have your music on hand wherever you are AND you’ll get to hear it with the quality you expect when you’re at home.



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ROAD TRIP TIP

Guest: Memorex

Need ideas to keep the kids happy on long road trips?
Bring along a portable MP3 player or boombox player for hours of entertainment during the drive; You can choose music themed to the trip you are taking for added interest, like listening to country music while visiting Nashville or Broadway Musicals for your trip to New York.



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SAFE DISC LABELING

Guest: Imation

Still haven’t found the safest way to label your precious CD’s & DVD’s? Here’s a tip. Avoid using an alcohol-based marker or ball point pen. Instead use a non-solvent-based felt-tip permanent marker to mark the label side of the disc. Paper labels are okay for CDs, but a polyester film-based label is best for DVDs..

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Portability Ideas For Mom

Guest: Memorex Products Inc.

An expert from Memorex shows some portable electronic products that combine fashion and functionality to take portability in music to another level.

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How Women Can Get Ahead In Life & In Business

Guest: Yvonne S. Boice

Yvonne is an award-winning humanitarian and chairwoman of many national organizations who discusses women's topics, specifically how women can become successful entrepreneurs. She tells her story and motivates viewers to address some key issues to achieve their goals in life and on the job.


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Grow Your Own Produce

Guest: Organic Works Marketing

Did you know that our food travels an average of 1,500 to 2,500 miles to reach our plates? Save money on produce by growing your own, and reduce the miles traveled by your food to your plate. In addition to saving money, you’ll know exactly how your food was grown and what went into it, and you’ll connect with nature in a way that comes only from planting a seed and watching it grow up.

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SPACE SAVING TECHNOLOGY

Guest: memorex

Looking to save space in a small apartment?
Try installing a soundbar, which replaces the need for extra home theatre speakers, an iPod dock and a DVD player.
You can also replace shelves cluttered with multiple photo frames by using a digital photo frame to display hundreds of photos from a single device.



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MP3 Safety For Kids

Guest: Memorex

As MP3 players become a common accessory for kids don’t forget to show them how to use them safely. One important lesson is volume. Over time extremely loud sound levels in their headphones can result in permanent hearing loss and it prevents them from being aware of their surroundings. Teach them to “listen responsibly.” Their ears will thank you.

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ELECTRONICS DISPOSAL

Guest: Memorex

Need to know how to properly dispose of old electronics, CDs and DVDs?

These items cannot go into the trash or regular recycling ...

they must be recycled at special e-waste facilities.

To find one near you go on-line or call your local waste removal office and they’ll help you dispose of them properly.


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CREATE A WAKE UP PLAYLIST

Guest: Memorex

Need a little help getting yourself, your kids, or your spouse motivated in the morning? Why not help them create a special “wake-up playlist” on their personal MP3 players? Just plug their Mp3 player into a compatible alarm clock for a special way to start the day. Choose songs that put a spring in their step and they’ll be bright eyed and motivated to tackle the morning.

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Karaoke Party Tips

Guest: Memorex

Looking to throw a great karaoke party?
Here’s some tips.

Have everyone come dressed as their favorite recording artist; pre-determine a songlist that includes tunes from every decade and
bake cookies or cupcakes decorated like CDs or records
The more fun you make it for both performers AND listeners… the better the party!


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Make That Digital Frame Special

Guest: memorex

Digital photo frames are the gift everybody wants and loves this year. If you are really looking to impress someone you can personalize their gift by pre-loading the digital frame with photos and music so that when they unwrap it they’ll get to see and hear the special attention that went into choosing their gift. A gesture they’re sure to appreciate.

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Jane Seymour - Aging Beautifully

Guest: Schiff Nutrition International

Timeless movie and TV star, Jane Seymour at age 57 is one of more than 66 million Americans who suffer from aches and soreness in their joints. She manages her discomfort and is able to do the things she loves such as dancing. In this segment, Jane speaks out to inspire others to make their move with freedom and do what they love such as dancing, golf, playing tennis, gardening and traveling. Interview sponsored by Schiff Nutrition Intl.

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