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Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan III are the hosts of It’s About Payroll. Collectively, they have over 4 decades of experience in the payroll industry. This podcast was created with the intent to share their knowledge and attracting new talent to the payroll industry. You can access their LinkedIn profiles. https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/escobarbrian https://www.linkedin.com/mwlite/in/william-duncan-477051187
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Exploring how homemakers cultivate a place to belong. Seeking to honor and elevate the art of homemaking by highlighting stories of women who have practiced this art over the long haul. Through Homemaker Portraits and Deep Dive episodes on subjects related to keeping the home we hope to encourage listeners to practice their art of making a home with confidence, faithfulness and joy. New episodes every Wednesday.
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. Has the news got you angry, worried, or ready to opt out of society? As part of our season-long exploration of courageous homemaking we are going to tackle the topic of world news, events and culture. How do we navigate all of that resp…
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A conversation with Jim Wilson, the legendary piano technician, award-winning recording artist and author of Tuned In: Memoirs of a Piano Man. Wilson grew up in 1970s Amarillo before heading to Southern California to pursue a music career. He ended up becoming a "piano tuner for the stars" before helping develop the highly influential MIDI-adapter …
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Intro - 5 Min Current Events Pay News Updates - 10 Min Walt (5 min) https://payroll.org/news-resources/news/news-detail/2024/08/27/get-ready!-changes-to-employer-offered-ewa-programs-are-right-around-the-corner https://share.newsbreak.com/8hhfek17?s=i16 Brian (5 min) https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kamala-harris-donald-trump-tax-plan-impact-on-your-pa…
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A conversation with Whitney Dowd, DNP, founder of Blumologie Health, Beauty & Wellness. A long-time nurse and now a nurse practitioner, this Amarillo native has worked in a variety of local healthcare settings, including a decade at the Northwest J.O. Wyatt Clinic. Now at Blumologie, Dowd combines direct primary care with women's health and hormone…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. One of the ways we can express love in our homemaking is to prioritize the family table. Slowing down long enough to gather and break bread together provides the family an opportunity to connect every day. In this episode we will look a…
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In this insightful episode of 'It's About Payroll,' Keenan Hart shares his journey of addressing the mental health provider shortage in Nevada by leveraging technology to bridge gaps in access to care. Joined by hosts Brian and Walter, Keenan discusses the importance of mental wellness, personal development, and the challenges of entrepreneurship. …
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. Welcome to Season 21!! Today, I am chatting with seasoned homemaker and mother of 10, Elizabeth Ours, who had the most clever blog name ever back the day, Yes, They are All Ours. Get it? 😁 Married right out of college, Elizabeth has bee…
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A conversation with J. Pat Hickman, the founder of Happy State Bank. In 1990, Hickman led a group of investors to purchase a very small bank in Happy, Texas, that had just $10 million in deposits. He then served for 32 years as the Chairman, President and CEO of Happy State Bank. When it sold in 2022, Happy had become one of the largest banks in th…
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Payroll Insights with Russell Webb: Global Payroll, Career Paths, and Industry Trends In this episode of our payroll podcast, hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II sit down with Russell Webb, Payroll Business Development Manager at Phase Three Consulting. Webb shares his fascinating career journey from military service to payroll managem…
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A conversation with Chris Jackson, neighborhood planner for the City of Amarillo. An Amarillo native who grew up in the foster care system, Jackson now works within the city's Neighborhood Planning Initiative to help older and underserved parts of town "catch up" in terms of infrastructure and services. These neighborhoods include the North Heights…
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In Episode 121 of 'It's About Your Paycheck and Payroll,' we dive into the complexities of California payroll, particularly focusing on the rules and regulations surrounding employee rights and the responsibilities of payroll professionals. We kick off by explaining the key differences in minimum wage and overtime rules, unique meal and rest break …
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A conversation with Dr. Amy Von Lintel, a professor of art history at West Texas A&M University and the director of WT's Gender Studies Program. Von Lintel also co-owns Old Tascosa Brewing Company with her husband, Matt Welch. She is the preeminent local expert on the legendary artist Georgia O'Keeffe's time in Amarillo and Canyon and has written m…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. In today's Monday Motivation I'm riffing on the popular Charlotte Mason idea of Mother Culture™ and applying it to the homemaker. Mother Culture™ stresses the importance of cultivating your own soul and mind with the express purpose of …
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Pay News Update & Commercial! Walt - Shout out the Olympics https://nlihc.org/resource/georgia-passes-new-tenant-protection-law-renters-establishing-minimum-habitability In March 2024, Georgia lawmakers passed "HB404," the "Safe at Home Act," establishing minimum habitability standards for rental properties to ensure they are safe and livable. Sign…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. We are diving deep into the Homeschooling Homemaker with a panel of 3 veteran homeschoolers. Roan Johnson, Carrie Parker and Sarah Beaugh, who have a combined experience of 44 years homeschooling, and if you add in my 8 years, that’s ov…
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A conversation with Laura Street, a nonprofit consultant who has spent the past 25 years intimately involved in local leadership. She is the past executive director of the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Amarillo, and served as the founding executive director of the Globe-News Center for the Pe…
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Navigating Payroll with AI: Insightful Conversations with Tiffany Gray - Episode 119 Welcome to 'It's About Payroll' with hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II. In this episode, we feature esteemed guest Tiffany Gray, Payroll Manager for Riverside Health System. We delve into the day's topical news, discussing the recent global Microsoft…
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A conversation with Angie Duncan, who describes herself as "The Amarillo Narcan Lady." She's the founder of the nonprofit Texas Panhandle Overdose Awareness. She has made it her mission to give out, as often as possible, the over-the-counter nasal spray Narcan®/naloxone, which can be used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose. In fact, she says…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. We all desire a peaceful, fruitful home where everyone feels loved, valued and welcome. We can all think of things that hinder or even hijack that goal, but the most sneaky enemy of home may be lurking in the dark corners of our own hea…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. Join me for this experimental, first ever, Homemaker Portrait Double Episode! First, I’m chatting with Brittany Duncan, homemaker and fellow podcaster. Brittany has been keeping a home with her husband, Johnson, for 7 years. Even though…
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A conversation with Tim Reid, the executive director of the Texas Panhandle War Memorial. The museum and memorial represent what he calls his "third career," following a stint in education at Ascension Academy and 30-plus years as an FBI agent. Reid shares with host Jason Boyett about growing up in the foster care system, his unsuccessful 2022 poli…
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HR Imperial 2.0 Meets It's About Payroll: A Deep Dive into Payroll Evolution and Innovations Welcome to an exciting episode of HR Imperial 2.0! Hosts Pete Tiliakos and Julie Fernandez are joined by Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II from 'It's About Payroll.' In this special swapcast episode, they discuss the evolution of payroll, the impac…
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A conversation with Brittani Sullivan, the owner/operator of Sips & Giggles Mobile Bar. Sullivan was born in Amarillo but moved to Colorado when she was 10, and lived there until returning to Amarillo in 2021. A former teacher, she used the move to become an entrepreneur, launching her mobile bartending service in Amarillo. She shares with host Jas…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. In keeping with our theme of Kitchen economy this season, I decided to revisit the topic of a pantry challenge. You may have heard me talk about this at the beginning of this year, if so consider this a refresher and a reminder that you…
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Season 9 in Review | It's About Payroll Episode 117 Join hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II for Episode 117 of 'It's About Payroll' as they review Season 9. In this episode, Brian and Walter discuss their favorite moments, impactful guests, and important topics covered during the season. Key highlights include the importance of empath…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. On to today’s homemaker portrait, I’m chatting with seasoned homemaker, Christa Sterken, who has been keeping a home for 37 years. She and her husband raised and homeschooled 2 girls and are enjoying their empty nest years where every d…
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A conversation with Jeff Whelchel, M.D., of the Healthy Hormones clinic in Amarillo and a financial advisor at Wood Financial. He's also the author of The New Thyroid Handbook. A native of Claude, Whelchel served as a family doctor in Amarillo for more than 23 years before pivoting to financial services, a transition triggered by a personal health …
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In this episode, I am sharing 3 tips on better ways to tackle something in the home or Garden. Specifically how to roast beets with ease, how to get that stubborn ring off your toilet bowl, and how to make your herbs last for weeks! UT Website: https://www.untraditionallytraditional.com UT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untraditionallytraditi…
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A conversation with Sharla Valdez, president of the Crown of Texas Hospice Foundation. As a young hospice nurse and entrepreneur, she became one of the founders of Crown of Texas Hospice, which operated in Amarillo from 1991 to 2004. Then in 2000, she launched Valmed Home Health & Pharmacy and served as its CEO and founder before exiting that busin…
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In today's milestone 60th episode, I'm diving into my love for thrifting—sharing how buying only second-hand in 2024 has transformed my style and home with unique second-hand treasures! UT Website: https://www.untraditionallytraditional.com UT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untraditionallytraditionalpod Casa Bella Home Decor: https://www.inst…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. "There are homes in which there is nothing remarkable in the way of grandeur or elegance, yet the very atmosphere as you enter it is filled with sweetness like, 'the smell of a field that the Lord hath blessed'. It is the aroma of love,…
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Evolution of Payroll: Insights with Christine Stolpe - Episode 116 In Episode 116 of 'It's About Payroll,' hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II welcome special guest Christine Stolpe. Dive into the transformative world of payroll as Christine shares her journey from HR to payroll, the creation of her comprehensive Payroll Encyclopedia, …
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. We want to be faithful, wise managers of the resources that have been entrusted to us. There are many benefits to good stewardship, but like all things in homemaking, economy in the kitchen doesn’t just come naturally to most of us and …
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A conversation with Toby Giddens, the president and co-founder of Run Business Solutions (RunBiz), which provides technology services for local companies. He tells host Jason Boyett how RunBiz grew from a small team in a local accounting firm into a firm that offers IT support for small to mid-size business across the High Plains. Giddens grew up i…
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In today's episode, I'm sharing my top tips for tackling dog hair around the house! Whether you're a fellow golden retriever owner or just battling fur, I've got you covered with practical advice and product recommendations to make life a little less hairy. Bunfly: https://amzn.to/3VU0ivq Deshedding Brush: https://amzn.to/3z7SEoj ChomChom: https://…
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| Pay News Update & Commercial! WALT **Article:** "Ministry of Defence hack exposes staff details" **Author:** Jo Faragher **Date:** 7 May 2024 A significant data breach at the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has exposed the personal information of current and former members of the armed forces, including the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force. The le…
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A conversation with Kristin Key, a nationally headlining musical comedian who performs in sold-out shows across North America, appeared in Last Comic Standing and Bring the Funny, and got her start in Amarillo. She's bringing her Lesbian Army Tour back home to Amarillo on June 27 at the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. In this episode, Kr…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. In today's Monday Motivation, I'm sharing my summer memories of creating from my grandmother's scrap box and how I carried that practice into my own home when my children were growing up. Whether to fill time on a rainy afternoon, keep …
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| Pay News Updates! Walter https://federalnewsnetwork.com/veterans-affairs/2024/05/va-rule-change-could-mean-health-care-benefits-for-a-million-more-veterans/ The Department of Veterans Affairs has made a major change in the rules for veterans who left military service with other-than honorable discharges. It opens the possibility of healthcare cov…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. I am chatting with Darah Rogers who has been keeping a home for several years…including a time of single homemaking in a youth camp cabin during covid and most recently for 2 years with her husband and baby girl. Darah shares how she st…
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A conversation with Jamie Fleck, the travel photographer, writer and custom fine art baker behind Flecks of Love. While living in Oklahoma, Fleck spent a weekend in Amarillo, stayed in a charming Airbnb, loved the local vibe, saved the house on Zillow and then—after getting an alert that it was on the market—decided to buy it and move here. Her bak…
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TALK ABOUT PAYROLL CONGRESS ! Pay News Updates! In a 2020 LinkedIn article, Rene Brofft, Owner of Paytech, discusses red flags in payroll processes that could indicate potential fraud. Brofft emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signs to prevent financial losses and reputational damage for businesses. By identifying suspicious activities …
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A conversation with Chris Israel, the executive director of Homeless Heroes, an organization serving homeless veterans in Amarillo. Chris is a formerly homeless veteran himself. He grew up in New York City and Florida before joining the U.S. Navy. After serving as a submarine sailor, he spent several years traveling across the United States for wor…
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Overcoming Tax Anxiety: Tips & Strategies | Safe Talk Episode 12 In Episode 12 of Safe Talk, hosts dive deep into the widespread issue of tax anxiety as tax season approaches. They discuss the fear and stress related to tax complexity, mistakes, financial impact, time consumption, and privacy concerns. The episode highlights real-life challenges fa…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. Welcome to the FIRST EVER Monday Motivation episode on The Art of Home Podcast! 🎉 Every other Monday, I am bringing you a little dose of random homemaking inspiration to help you kick off your week. Seasonal decorating helps us embody t…
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Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode. I am talking with seasoned homemaker, Carrie Parker. She has been keeping a home for over 26 years with her husband, Todd. They raised and homeschooled 2 boys, navigated crazy career choices, and witnessed God mercifully restore their m…
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A conversation with Kashion Smith, the executive director of the Amarillo Convention & Visitors Bureau. After several years in the hotel industry—including a stint as wedding specialist at the old Ambassador Hotel in Amarillo—Smith has spent the past decade with the CVB. She took over leadership of that organization in 2020. In this role, she is re…
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A conversation with Dirk van Reenen, the founder of Merus Adventure Park in the Texas Panhandle. Born and raised in South Africa, Dirk moved to Texas during his teen years. While attending WTAMU, he became the owner/manager of the former Lifts West ski shop at Western Plaza, launched Caprock Auctions in Amarillo, and worked in real estate before mo…
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Mastering Customer Service in Payroll: Insights and Strategies This podcast episode features hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II discussing the importance of customer service in payroll and HR. The episode focuses on identifying and rectifying bad examples of customer service, emphasizing communication breakdowns, inefficient issue res…
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