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What is Hanukkah? on Tola Talks – Ep #216

In today’s Tola Talks, Rich Tola reflects on the recent tragedies at Brown University and Bondi Beach in Australia, pays tribute to the tradition of Hanukkah, discusses cultural observations related to In-N-Out Burger, and shares insights from the world of sports, particularly focusing on resilience and the lessons learned from volleyball competitions.

Watch now and discover: → 5% of the year is gone, time to reflect. → Thoughts and prayers for recent tragedy victims, including Hollywood legend, Rob Reiner. → Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the temple of Jerusalem. → Adam Sandler’s Chanukah song is a cultural staple. → The best team doesn’t always win in sports.

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Top 5 Trending Slang Words on Tola Talks – Ep #215

In today’s Tola Talks, Rich discusses the top five trending slang words of 2025, exploring their meanings and cultural significance. The conversation begins with a light-hearted introduction and transitions into a detailed examination of each slang term, including ’67’, ‘girly pop’, ‘Chad’, ‘rage bait’, and the dead rose emoji. Tola also provides context and examples for each term, reflecting on their origins and usage in contemporary language. The episode concludes with a shout-out to his threo favorite women’s volleyball teams, Purdue, Indiana and Nebraska, emphasizing community and support.

Watch now and discover: → The slang ’67’ is a nonsensical expression popular among teens. → ‘Girly pop’ is an affectionate term that can refer to anyone. → ‘Chad’ has evolved from a stereotype to a more positive term. → ‘Rage bait’ refers to provocative online content designed to elicit anger. → The dead rose emoji signifies heartbreak and has gained popularity recently.

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Autism & Jenny McCarthy, Body Shaming & Ariana Grande, Sobriety & Rich Tola on Tola Talks – Ep #211

On today’s Tola Talks, Rich discusses various topics including: 1) the overwhelming nature of Cyber Monday shopping, 2) the achievements of women’s volleyball teams including his favorites, Nebraska and Purdue, and 3) the importance of autism advocacy as spearheaded by figurehead and Hollywood royalty, Jenny McCarthy.

The conversation also touches on body positivity with a special shout-out to Ariana Grande with her loving reminder to all, plus Rich’s personal journey to sobriety for the past 18 years. The show also discusses the evolving landscape of office work, listing the Top 10 Cities for Remove Work in America, and concludes with a recap of key points and encouragement for listeners to pursue personal change in their life.

Watch now and discover: → Jenny McCarthy’s advocacy for autism awareness is commendable. → Ariana Grande’s loving reminder about Body Shaming in the media – a significant issue. → Personal journeys, like Rich Tola’s 18 year sobriety, can inspire others. → These Top 10 American cities with good quality of life are ideal for remote workers. → It’s essential to focus on personal health and well-being.

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Top 10 Lessons Learned from Women’s Volleyball on Tola Talks – Ep #200

On today’s 200th episode of Tola Talks, we share the Top 10 Lessons Learned from Women’s Volleyball, emphasizing the importance of positivity, teamwork, focus, and resilience. We also discuss the highlights of how these principles can be applied not only in sports but also in everyday life, encouraging everyone to celebrate the small victories in life and to always learn from your defeats – all the while maintaining a commitment to good sportsmanship. We also dive into the 1987 romantic drama, Dirty Dancing, one of my favorites, starring the late (and great) Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey.