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Jonathan Mertz Unplugged From Shaggy to Life Beyond the Mic

What happens when the person who usually asks the questions has to answer them? On this episode of It’s Your Break, Troy Yount takes over the interview chair, and Jonathan Mertz discovers that being the guest comes with a few surprises. There are cartoon voices, Kentucky loyalties, a very important Batman discussion, and questions that…
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Designing for the Seasons: Nicholas Walker on Sustainable Landscaping and Working with Nature
When award-winning landscaper and artist Nicholas Walker sat down with Jonathan Mertz on It’s Your Break, it marked a highly anticipated return after 11 years. Over the past decade, climate events, shifting weather patterns, and ecological shifts have transformed landscaping from a simple aesthetic pursuit into a vital environmental discipline. For Walker—whose career spans over…
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From Hollywood to Your Backyard. It’s Your Break Revisit With Nicholas Walker.
From Hollywood to Your Backyard: Sustainable DIY Landscaping Secrets with Nicholas Walker Have you ever pulled up to a friend’s house, looked at their front yard, and thought, OMG, what is going on here? Or maybe you’re the one getting friendly nudges from your family to finally tidy up your overgrown lawn. We’ve all been there. But…
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Navigating Late Fatherhood: 17 Years of Waiting for a Baby, Parenting at 40, and Finding Balance on “It’s Your Break”
What happens when your entire world gets turned upside down in the best way possible at age 40? In this episode of the It’s Your Break podcast, host Jonathan Mertz sits down with new guest host Troy Yount to discuss the beautiful, exhausting, and life-changing reality of late fatherhood, the power of patience, and how to stay…
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Why is Modern Life So Difficult When it Shouldn’t Be? Tips to Simplify Your Tech and Daily Routine
In a world filled with smart devices—from your TV to your refrigerator—it feels like life should be easier, yet it often feels more difficult than ever. On the latest episode of It’s Your Break, host Jonathan Mertz explores the modern frustrations of technology, security, and bureaucracy, and how we can navigate them without losing our…
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It’s Your Break | Episode Revisit: Eating Something Sexy
The Science of Sexy Eating: How to Spark Romance with Food Are you looking to revitalize your love life or simply add a touch of romance to your evening? In this revisited episode of It’s Your Break, host Jonathan Mertz dives into the archives to talk with Amy Riley, a self-proclaimed “food nerd” with a…
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How to Get Podcast Guests (WITHOUT Metrics)
Mastering the Podcast Interview: How to Land Consistent Guests and Automate Your Workflow In the world of podcasting, the mission of It’s Your Break is to remind everyone to take a moment for themselves—to laugh, love, have fun, and simply be in the moment. However, behind the scenes of every great episode is the often-stressful…
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