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The Matt Walker Podcast

Dr. Matt Walker

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The Matt Walker Podcast is all about sleep, the brain, and the body. Matt is a Professor of Neuroscience at the University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of the book, Why We Sleep and has given a few TED talks. Matt is an awkward British nerd who adores science and the communication of science to the public.
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Real talk. No fluff. Just honest conversations about career growth, resilience, and the messy middle of success. Hosted by Candice Mitchell, this podcast dives deep into what it really takes to build a career, and a Talent Development function, that makes an impact. Many solo episodes are tailored for high-level, strategic Talent Development professionals, offering the kind of depth you won’t find anywhere else. Whether it’s building and nurturing a Talent Development function, truly partner ...
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My name is Dr. Kate. I am a movement educator, chiropractor, yoga instructor, and anatomy nerd. I want to bring more balance to people's lives and make it possible for them to continue to do their physical hobbies while staying injury free for the long term. I have a heavy focus in post partum, pelvic floor work, diastasis recti, c section work, and core function. I follow a lot of the principles of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization. I feel that you can fix so much with addressing core imb ...
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The Vinyl Guide - Artist Interviews for Record Collectors and Music Nerds

Nate Goyer, Record Collector, Music Fan, Vinyl Maniac

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Nate is a record collector, music lover and vinyl maniac. Join him on his journey to discuss, share and review all things related to vinyl records. We feature stories about and interviews with musicians, artists and people of knowledge in the area of vinyl records. Additionally we share information on desirable pressings of records, how to tell a $5 pressing from a $500 pressing and care and maintenance for your cratedigging hobby. Subscribe and share with your record-nerd friends. Cheers!
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Welcome to Hello Hormones with me, Dr. Carrie Jones! A podcast where we explore how to make friends with our hormones so we can survive—and thrive—through our 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond! I’m Dr. Carrie Jones—a holistic functional medicine doctor, hormone nerd, and women’s health advocate who’s spent over 20 years helping women understand their bodies and navigate all the twists and turns of hormone changes. I’ve seen it all—from the frustrating weight gain and brain fog to the mood swings, low ...
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Hack the Plant

Bryson Bort

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Electricity. Finance. Transportation. Our water supply. In Hack the Plant, podcast host Bryson Bort looks for answers to the question: Does connecting these systems, and others, to the internet leaves us more vulnerable to attacks by our enemies? We often take these critical infrastructure systems for granted, but they’re all becoming increasingly dependent on the internet to function. From the ransomware threats of Colonial Pipeline to the failure of the Texas power grid, it is clear our in ...
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Breaking the Code

Havas Medical Anthropology

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Behavioral science is a cornerstone of modern marketing practice, but much of what passes itself off as behavioral science is just bs. Good social science gives us the insights and roadmap we need to change behavior, but bad social science just muddies the water and tarnishes the social sciences. As behavior change is a core objective of marketing, getting behavioral science right is crucial. Join us as two behavioral scientists sound off on what is, and isn't, good social science, from a va ...
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The Anatomy Nerd

The Anatomy Nerd

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Lectures on human anatomy and physiology. Best for undergraduate students entering any medical and or health profession degree program. Sam your host of the Anatomy Nerd is a 20 year healthcare educator and hospital clinician. He will give informative and entertaining lectures on all things Anatomy & Physiology. You can also visit our site at https://theanatomynerd.com
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An amateur podcast season, this show preceded the "Daft Monks" podcast before we learned proper mic etiquette and editing techniques. Hosted by Nate Casimiro and Nate Stalcup, two socially functional nerds, Nat1 Presents is a messy collision of Key and Peele style humor and Critical Role-like fantasy one shot campaigns. If you like the content but hate the audio quality, switch over to www.daftmonkspod.com for the same funny hosts but better audio quality and ongoing story.
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Welcome to Buddha Belly Life. This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a space to really come ALIVE.I’m Coach Britt, board certified Health and Life Coach and founder of the Holistic Wellness Coaching Academy “Gut Health School” where we train top health coaches in cutting edge Gut Health and Mindset strategies and education. I am a two-time author and my first book “Buddha Belly; A Mind, Body, Soul approach to health starting with the Gut” has recently undergone republication as of 2021 and is the f ...
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Inside: Sales Enablement

Scott Santucci, Brian Lambert, Erich Starrett

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SEASON 3: Enablement History w/Erich Starrett and Special Guests Together we will hop (take a leap!) into the Enablement Time Machine and... - Have a look back with those who had a role in / contribution to Enablement history. - Pause in the present, to hit on a few "modern" themes - And then shift our focus to the future of the Enablement function / profession, and what it may bring for Enablement teams. SEASONS 1 + 2: Scott Santucci & Brian Lambert Explore the dynamic world of elite B2B Sa ...
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Thoughts From the Finish Line

Finish Line Physical Therapy

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Bringing you the latest and greatest in health and fitness from some of New York City's most renowned physical therapists. Whether you are a runner, swimmer, cyclist, or any other type of endurance athlete, this podcast is for you! By chatting about injury prevention, training for marathons, off-season fun, and more, we hope to motivate you to stay healthy, happy, and excited about your goals. Hosted by Gerard Connelly, our guests range from employees of Finish Line Physical Therapy, other l ...
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Welcome to ADHD Powerful Possibilities - Here we embrace the reality of ADHD and open the door WIDE to authentic growth and success. This isn't (oh no) another ADHD podcast – it's a revolution in how we approach neurodivergence, social rules and how you can live a meaning-full life for yourself. The ADHD Reality Revolution Forget empty promises and quick fixes. Here, we go DEEP into the real, sometimes messy, always fascinating world of ADHD. Whether you're newly diagnosed, late-diagnosed, o ...
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This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Mark Stevens, author of No Lie Lasts Forever. About No Lie Lasts Forever: When a reporter dies in a shockingly familiar way, the media rushes to announce the return of the PDQ Killer. The city of Denver reels, but no one more than Harry Kugel. After all, he is the PDQ Killer?or was fifteen years a…
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Billy Gibbons shares his lifelong passion for collecting vinyl records and vintage guitars, from his first Jimmy Reed single to his legendary "Pearly Gates" Les Paul, revealing the stories behind iconic instruments and rare recordings. Topics Include: Billy Gibbons has honorary doctorate from Musicians Institute Extensive record collection includes…
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Billy Gibbons shares his lifelong passion for collecting vinyl records and vintage guitars, from his first Jimmy Reed single to his legendary "Pearly Gates" Les Paul, revealing the stories behind iconic instruments and rare recordings. Topics Include: Billy Gibbons has honorary doctorate from Musicians Institute Extensive record collection includes…
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Dr. Eti Ben Simon returns for yet another AMA episode, this time specifically focussing on sleep and women. Together, they delve into the nuanced differences in sleep patterns between men and women, exploring aspects like sleep duration, quality, and architecture, including variations in deep sleep and REM sleep. They discuss how females generally …
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When Anna and her husband inherited the family business, they thought they’d have time. Time to learn. Time to be mentored by his grandfather—the man who built it. But just a few months after they took over, he passed away unexpectedly… and they were left holding the keys with no playbook. In this episode, Anna shares what it really looked like to …
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In this episode, I reveal surprising culprits behind unexplained neck pain that most people—and even healthcare providers—often overlook. If you've been dealing with chronic neck stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion without any clear cause, this episode could be the key to finally understanding what's really going on. Key Highlights: The In…
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You asked your doctor to “test everything”—hormones, thyroid, nutrients—and they said, “You’re fine.” But you don’t feel fine. You’re still tired, gaining weight, feeling anxious, not sleeping, or just not you anymore. Spoiler alert: basic labs often miss what’s really going on. In this episode of Hello Hormones, I break down why “normal” doesn’t a…
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If you've ever been asked to fix company culture in a two-hour workshop… or deliver “quick training” with zero context, you're not alone. This episode dives deep into one of the biggest challenges facing Learning & Development professionals today: managing expectations. We explore: 🎯 Why L&D expectations are so confusing (and where that history com…
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Billy Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple times Billy buys lots of records but isn'…
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Billy Corgan discusses his unconventional record collecting philosophy while revealing the complex saga behind the Machina albums, the 25 legendary vinyl copies, the upcoming Machines of God boxset, Mellon Collie vinyl releases and more. Topics Include: Billy working on book for 10 years, restarted multiple times Billy buys lots of records but isn'…
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Sleep expert Dr. Aric Prather joins Matt today for a fascinating discussion about insomnia's frustrating reality: trying to force sleep backfires; sleep arrives naturally. Dr. Prather highlights a surprising starting point: forget focusing on bedtime, prioritize a consistent wake-up time, even weekends. Noting that this anchors your internal clock …
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If you’ve ever felt like you’re not built for the corporate mold—or like the traditional career path just isn’t it, this conversation is your permission slip to do it your way. In this vibrant, raw, and wickedly insightful episode, I sit down with Mark Gaisford, a video strategist who went from delivering pizzas and motorbike couriering around Lond…
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If you work in Learning & Development, you already know, this job is a rollercoaster. One day you’re facilitating transformation. The next? You’re being asked to “just make it an eLearning.” 🙃 In this episode, we’re talking about what it really feels like to work in L&D: ✅ The highs that make it all worth it ✅ The lows that leave you questioning ev…
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If your hormones have been throwing tantrums lately—hello mood swings, weight changes, fatigue, and wild periods—you’re not alone. And no, it’s not just “getting older.” In this episode of Hello Hormones, I’m sharing the 5 biggest things I wish I had done sooner to support my hormones—so you don’t have to learn the hard way. From skipping strength …
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Punk legends Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers discuss their collaborative lounge project "Juanita and Juan", reflect on the diverse, inclusive LA punk scene, discussing moments like the first Germs show, the "Up in Smoke" filming, and the tight-knit community that reshaped music forever. Topics Include: Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers introduce collab…
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Punk legends Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers discuss their collaborative lounge project "Juanita and Juan", reflect on the diverse, inclusive LA punk scene, discussing moments like the first Germs show, the "Up in Smoke" filming, and the tight-knit community that reshaped music forever. Topics Include: Alice Bag and Kid Congo Powers introduce collab…
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Drift into tranquility tonight as Matt pilots your voyage to a deeply restful slumber in this calming sleep narrative. Prepare to release the day's hold and find solace on a serene sea, where the rhythm of the waves and the canopy of stars invite peaceful repose. Picture yourself embraced by the gentle motion of the water, the day's warmth slowly g…
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This is a story of listening deeply, leading differently, and standing for what matters. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Andrew Jacobs — independent learning strategist, podcaster, and longtime L&D disruptor — for one of the most honest, wide-ranging conversations we've had yet. From pricing soda cans in the '80s to reshaping L&D in…
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In this episode, I share insights from a recent Herman & Wallace course focused on using shockwave therapy for pelvic floor dysfunctions. From erectile dysfunction and prostatitis to incontinence and interstitial cystitis, this conversation dives deep into how focused shockwave can aid both men’s and women’s pelvic health. I break down the science …
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Thinking holistically is easy to say, but hard to do, especially when designing strategies to change behavior within a specific role like patient, HCP, or caregiver. In this episode, Sonika and Gabe unpack how they disrupt their own thinking to uncover culturally resonant insights and drive more impactful behavioral strategies. Follow us on LinkedI…
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If you've skipped your period for 6, 9, or even 11 months and you're still waiting to hit that magical 12-month mark that makes it “official,” you're in what I call stage 3. And while the guidelines don’t formally recognize this phase, it’s one of the most intense, confusing, and overlooked stages of all. In this episode of Hello Hormones, I explai…
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In this episode of Hello Hormones, I break down what happens in stage 2, why it can feel confusing or even scary, and what to expect over the next 1–3 years as your body transitions toward menopause. I’ll walk you through the hormone shifts, symptoms, lab markers, and lifestyle changes that matter most in this phase—so you can feel informed instead…
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In this episode of Hello Hormones, I walk you through everything you need to know about stage one of perimenopause—what it actually is, how it’s defined, and the real-life symptoms I see every day in women (and have experienced myself). We talk about what your lab work might show, why your cycles are starting to shift, and how to spot early hormone…
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This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Victoria Helen Stone, author of Bald-Faced Liar. About Bald-Faced Liar: Traveling nurse Elizabeth May has a promising new home in Santa Cruz. And another new identity. It’s a pattern of reinvention for a woman escaping her traumatic childhood?and hiding from the decades of notoriety and destructio…
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Forget the LinkedIn highlight reels—today we’re getting real about working in Learning & Development. You’ve probably seen posts like: 👉 “Launched a leadership program!” 👉 “Facilitated onboarding for 80 new hires!” 👉 “So grateful to be in this role!” But what about the real moments? Like being asked to whip up a training by Friday. Or being mistake…
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SWANS founder Michael Gira discusses his final orchestrated album "Birthing," his creative process, and plans to transition to a simpler musical approach after decades of creating intense, transcendent live performances. Topics Include: Michael introduces "Birthing" as SWANS' final orchestrated album. Future SWANS work will be much simpler. He's 71…
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SWANS founder Michael Gira discusses his final orchestrated album "Birthing," his creative process, and plans to transition to a simpler musical approach after decades of creating intense, transcendent live performances. Topics Include: Michael introduces "Birthing" as SWANS' final orchestrated album. Future SWANS work will be much simpler. He's 71…
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Matt delves into the science of weighted blankets for sleep improvement in this week’s episode. These heavy covers (10-40 lbs) utilize Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS), a concept originating from Dr. Temple Grandin's 1960s work. DPS is theorized to shift the nervous system from "fight-or-flight" to a calmer parasympathetic state by potentially incre…
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Lavinia Mehedințu: From Quiet Teen in a Romanian Village to L&D’s Loudest Cheerleader: A Story of Saying No, Leading Anyway, and Building What Didn’t Exist She said no to people management. Dropped out of university. Burned out building Offbeat. And still? She built one of the boldest L&D communities on the planet. She said no to people management.…
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Bryson Bort sits down with Adam Robbie, Head of OT Threat Research at Palo Alto Networks, to pull back the curtain on OT threat research. With a background in electrical engineering, Adam’s first job in cybersecurity was at an IT help desk. He now leads a team dedicated to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats targeting Operational T…
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Ever struggle to explain what you actually do in L&D? You’re not alone. If you’ve ever mumbled something like, “I create training” while knowing deep down that your role is so much more—this episode is for you. 👀 In this episode, I break down the REALITY of working in Learning & Development, and why it’s time to reframe our work as Talent Enablemen…
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This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome S.A. Barnes, author of Cold Eternity. About Cold Eternity: Halley is on the run from an interplanetary political scandal that has put a huge target on her back. She heads for what seems like the perfect place to lay low: a gigantic space barge storing the cryogenically frozen bodies of Earth’s mos…
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Welcome to Hello Hormones with me, Dr. Carrie Jones! A podcast where we explore how to make friends with our hormones so we can survive—and thrive—through our 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond! I’m Dr. Carrie Jones—a holistic functional medicine doctor, hormone nerd, and women’s health advocate who’s spent over 20 years helping women understand their bodies…
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Matt and Dr. Eti Ben Simone are back again today to answer even more of your brilliant sleep questions! They begin by discussing smartphones, noting that the direct EMF impact on brainwaves is debatable, but that psychological activation and blue light are known disruptors. Moving onto naps, Matt explains longer ones can cause "sleep inertia," whil…
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What do mowing lawns, being “too social,” and moving your family across the world have in common? They’re all part of Andy Storch’s journey, from drifting through early career choices to building a purpose-driven life and business. In this episode, Andy and I swap stories on the underestimated power of journaling, why your "weakness" might actually…
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This week on the podcast, Patrick and Tracy welcome Maura Jortner, author of Keepers of the Marsh. About Keepers of the Marsh: Twelve-year-old Lana isn’t looking for trouble when she ventures into the swampy marsh behind her family’s home in Galveston Bay. She’s just sweaty and bored and lonely, sick of sitting around doing nothing. Her family neve…
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andrew "falco" falkous discusses the reformation of his band mclusky after a nearly 20-year hiatus, their upcoming album on ipecac recordings, the rare catalogue of vinyl releases and more! Topics Include: falco confirms mclusky's new album "the world is still here and so are we." album will be released on may 9th on ipecac recordings. falco feels …
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andrew "falco" falkous discusses the reformation of his band mclusky after a nearly 20-year hiatus, their upcoming album on ipecac recordings, the rare catalogue of vinyl releases and more! Topics Include: falco confirms mclusky's new album "the world is still here and so are we." album will be released on may 9th on ipecac recordings. falco feels …
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Matt takes the opportunity this week to explore the perplexing sleep phenomenon of night terrors (sleep terrors). Matt clarifies that these are distinct from nightmares, defining them as parasomnias arising from abrupt arousals out of deep Non-REM sleep, not REM sleep where dreaming occurs. He details the often dramatic symptoms – intense fear, scr…
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Pull up a chair... this episode is a coffee chat with two brilliant minds in Learning and Development who followed wildly different paths to end up co-authoring a book that’s about to change the L&D game. Bianca Baumann and Mike Taylor didn’t plan to work together. In fact, they didn’t even meet in person until after their first joint workshop. But…
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