Best Adulthood Authenticated Podcasts (2025)

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Why Playing It Safe Might Cost You Everything 5:36

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Don't let fear win. Don't let past pain dictate your future. You deserve more than a safe, empty life. You deserve the full experience - the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

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Ep 139 Are You Afraid To Hope? How to Stay Anchored in Truth When Healing Finally Manifests 23:54

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I'm sharing my heart with this because of how much I am feeling for you when you are AFRAID TO HOPE. We have all been disappointed, and quite frankly it hurts so bad and our brains (doing their job) are trying to protect us. So when the healing starts manifesting and you are so afraid of change or the unknown...what then?? Let's walk this healing r…

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Living in the Moment 8:40

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Life isn't just the highlight reel. It's not just the milestones and achievements. It's the collection of small, beautiful, ordinary moments that make us feel connected, loved, and alive. So slow down. Look around. Appreciate what's right in front of you. Because this moment, right here, right now? It's the one future you will wish they could get b…

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Founder and Connector Sue Chan on Modern Hospitality, Dining Together, and the Experiential Economy in an AI age 1:08:04

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Deep Reading Lists can be found at phoebe.substack.com @phoebelovatt @deepread.phoebelovatt @sueperchan @careofchan - Today's guest is Sue Chan, founder of Care of Chan, the hospitality-driven creative agency behind some of the busiest events, dinners and cultural moments you've seen online (or maybe even been lucky enough to attend in person). Sue…

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Why You Need to Act Before You're Ready 5:23

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Life is happening right now, not after you figure everything out. The meaning you're searching for isn't hiding in your thoughts - it's waiting for you in the real world, in the actions you take, in the experiences you allow yourself to have. So get out of your head and into your life. Take that risk, make that move, and trust that understanding wi…

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Ep 138 Is Your Soul Throwing A Fit? Emotional Regulation for Christian Moms 34:21

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We have all been there. One minute you are 45 years old and acting so mature....and the next, you are 13 years old again throwing an absolute crap fit!! What on earth?? In this episode, we dive into some steps for emotional regulation for you mama, ESPECIALLY when you are walking out all the inner healing and transformation. Let's go!! STEPS TO TAK…

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You're Going to Die: Why That Should Set You Free 6:52

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What would you do today if you really, truly understood that your time is limited? What would you say? Who would you call? What dream would you finally chase? Don't wait for the perfect moment. Don't wait for permission. The clock is ticking for all of us, so make your time count.

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Protecting Your Peace During the Holidays 27:28

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The holidays can be magical… but also emotionally exhausting. This episode of Shift Happens with Shay is your invitation to stop over-functioning and start honoring your needs during a season that often pulls us in every direction. Whether you’re navigating grief, feeling overstimulated, or just need a moment of stillness in the middle of everyone …

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The Day You'll Miss Today 7:45

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These hard times you're living through? They're shaping you, teaching you, and one day, you'll wish you could come back to them, even just for a moment. So slow down, look around, and appreciate this chapter while you're still in it. Because trust me, one day you'll miss it.

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Ep 137 How to Stay Present In A World Full of Distractions 21:26

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I know I am not the only one battling to stay present. I felt the message for this episode DEEPLY. If we aren't fully present, we aren't making any impact. That's not ok with me. Is it ok with you? Let's lock in and be PRESENT and bless our family. Love you lots, Mir STEPS TO TAKE TO GET STARTED TODAY!! Step 1: Join My Free FB Community to grow, he…

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The Art of Outgrowing: When Letting Go Leads to Becoming 8:07

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You're not losing yourself - you're finding yourself. You're not falling apart - you're falling into place. And the person you're becoming? They're gonna be so grateful that you had the courage to let go, to evolve, to become. Keep going. Your future self is rooting for you.

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Deep Read Salon LIVE: 39BC Founder Sharmadean Reid on Rituals, Research, and Moving into her 'Yin' Era 1:06:42

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Find Deep Reading lists for each episode at phoebe.substack.com Follow Phoebe and the podcast: @phoebelovatt @deepread.podcast - Today's episode was recorded live in London as part of our Deep Read Salon event series, with my longtime friend and returning guest, Sharmadean Reid (@sharmadeanreid). We reunited for this live episode at Mason & Fifth i…

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Why Wanting It More Changes Everything 7:47

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The question isn't whether you can do it. The question is whether you want it badly enough to become the person who can. So decide right now - are you willing to want it more than everyone else? Are you ready to be obsessed? Because if you are, nothing can stop you.

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Ep 136 Are You Waiting on God? How to Position Yourself For The Breakthrough That Is Already Yours 18:58

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If you have ever found yourself waiting on God to come through or for Him to show you the next steps to take....if you have been waiting for the breakthrough you need, this juicy episode will bless you. Put on a cup of tea, get your fuzzy blanket and take a few deep breaths because we are about to get into it. Let's reframe 'waiting' on God togethe…

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The Weight We Carry: Finding Strength in Your Weariness 8:31

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If you're feeling tired right now, if you're carrying weight that feels too heavy, I want you to know this - it's okay to be where you are. You don't need to be further along. You don't need to have it figured out. You just need to keep going, one day at a time, one breath at a time, one step at a time.…

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Bonus Episode; Why Moms Need A Wellness Corner and What Happens When You Upgrade It 21:56

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Did you know that when ozone hits olive oil it becomes breathable? Our family has been so blessed to have access to oxygen at home. I believe every home would benefit from it but most importantly a WELLNESS CORNER. Cozy corner with RESET at your fingertips!! I am BLESSED to offer you 20% off of my fave ozone generator today Nov 28 until Dec 3. Bles…

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Ep. 135 God Gave Me Clear Instructions...I Didn't Listen!! 36:59

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I sat in the drivers seat of my car and hear God's voice as clear as day. Did I listen? No. I'm still feeling regret, but I didn't partner with shame, I pushed through. Tune in to my recent disobedience. STEPS TO TAKE TO GET STARTED TODAY!! Step 1: Join My Free FB Community to grow, heal, and become who you were meant to be!! Step 2: Purchase Audio…

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The Purpose of Pain: Why Suffering Isn't Your Enemy 7:15

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Your suffering isn't meaningless. It never was. You just haven't figured out what it's for yet.

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The Myth of Being Healed: Why Healing Isn't a Destination 31:33

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In this soul-softening episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we’re pulling back the curtain on the myth that you have to be fully “healed” to be whole. Whether you’re circling back to an old wound, feeling frustrated by how long the journey feels, or judging yourself for still being triggered, this episode is your invitation to pause the performance …

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When Did We Stop Being Kids? Finding Magic in Adulthood 7:26

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The truth is, adulthood is hard. Like, really hard. Nobody warns you about how exhausting it is to be a functioning adult. But life still holds beauty, wonder, and joy. It's just packaged differently now.

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The Older You Get, The Less You Know 8:33

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The older you get, the more you realize that certainty is overrated anyway. The magic happens in the messy middle, in the uncertainty, in the moments when you don't know what comes next but you keep going anyway. That's where growth lives. That's where real life happens.

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The Hidden Cost of Success 8:33

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Are you really scared of failing, or are you scared of becoming the person you've always known you could be?

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Why Growth Feels Like Failure 7:55

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The fact that it's hard doesn't mean you're on the wrong path. It means you're on exactly the right one. Because the things worth having, the person worth becoming, they're all on the other side of this discomfort you're feeling right now.

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Self-Trust Isn’t Selfish: Rebuilding Inner Safety 31:39

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When life leaves you second-guessing yourself, how do you rebuild trust with the one person you need most—you? In this soul-nourishing episode of Shift Happens with Shay, we explore what it means to come home to yourself after seasons of burnout, betrayal, or emotional abandonment. We’ll unpack the quiet power of self-trust, how it gets broken (esp…

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Jump Before You're Ready: The Power of Moving Without Certainty 7:20

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If certainty is an illusion anyway, why are we waiting for it? Why are we putting our dreams on hold for something that doesn't actually exist?

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Finding Peace Within 7:55

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The peace you're seeking, the joy you're chasing, the fulfillment you want - it all starts within you. Not out there in the world, but in here, in your heart, in your thoughts, in your soul.

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Ep 134. My Recent Real Time Healing of Betrayal 31:41

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Nothing prepares you for walking through unprocessed feelings. Triggers can happen anytime, but I have learned and share with you, that triggers are teachers. Triggers tell the deeper story, and if you listen and follow them, they lead you to the root of the matter, the issue, the pain, the hurt. Your body knows how to heal, sometimes it just needs…

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Facialist and Founder Sofie Pavitt on Career Pivots, Locking In, and Building a Skincare Brand 54:45

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DEEP READING LISTS are available at phoebe.substack.com Sofie Pavitt is one of New York’s most in-demand facialists and the founder of Sofie Pavitt Face. If you’re considering a career pivot, this episode will hopefully inspire you. After fifteen years working in fashion for brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, River Island, Gap, and Michael Kors, Sofi…

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Become It Before You Achieve It: The Power of Acting As If 7:02

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You already have everything you need to become the person you want to be. You just need to start acting like them

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Ep 133 Hearing God's Voice to Heal with Author and Prophetic Coach Heather O' Brien 47:41

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I have the gift of Heather O'Brien on my show today. Get your notebook/journal, cozy blanket and fave bevvie for take aways and revelation that you will get. -We cover people-pleasing, shame and what that looks like in healing. -how IMPORTANT it is to hear God's voice for yourself IN the middle of healing. -do we feel safe? So much more. Click here…

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When Life Feels Too Heavy: Finding Relief Without Disappearing 7:29

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Take care of yourself out there, be gentle with yourself, and remember - you're worth the effort of building a better life.

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You're Not Lazy, You're Just Scared 7:49

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Nobody can stop you from taking action except you. Your circumstances might not be perfect, but they don't need to be. You don't need permission. You don't need ideal conditions. You just need to start. One small action. Then another. Then another. That's how you bridge the gap.

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Professor Sophie Bishop on Influencer Creep, Authenticity, and The Future of Creative Work 1:01:52

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Deep Reading lists for each episode can be found at phoebe.substack.com - Today's conversation is with Sophie Bishop, an associate professor at the University of Leeds, whose new book Influencer Creep: How Optimization, Authenticity and Self-Branding Transform Creative Culture is out now. Sophie shares how her early work on beauty bloggers led her …

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Life, Death, and What Actually Matters 8:48

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Life's gonna throw curveballs. Things are gonna go wrong. And yes, eventually, this all ends. It means you get to choose what matters. It means you get to decide how you want to spend your precious, limited time here. So choose love. Choose presence. Choose to actually live instead of just performing.…

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Still Standing: How We've Changed Since 2020 and Why That Matters 7:09

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You made it through years you didn't think you'd survive. You've already proven you can survive the worst. You've already made it through the fire.

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Moving Forward Without All the Answers 7:00

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Your past doesn't need to make perfect sense for you to have an amazing future. You don't need all the answers to start living fully. Stop waiting for explanations that may never come. Start building the life you want with what you have right now.

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Ep 132. 3 Ways Distortion Is Stealing Your Destiny 37:02

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By Miranda Wendler-Spiritual Growth Coach, Unresolved Trauma, Prayer, Codependency, Authenticity

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The Cut's EIC Lindsay Peoples on Style, Politics, and Editing with Intention 37:19

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Deep Reading Lists are available at phoebe.substack.com - Something a little different this week: Episode #42 of Deep Read is a live conversation with Lindsay Peoples, Editor-in-Chief, recorded in London during Fashion Week. We spoke about making intentional work in a noisy media landscape, why fashion and politics are inseparable, and how she bala…

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When Life Feels Like a Movie Without an Ending 7:59

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The best things in life don't just happen to us randomly. They happen for us, right when we're ready to receive them, appreciate them, and nurture them into something truly magnificent. Your job isn't to force the timing; your job is to keep becoming the person who's ready for those blessings when they arrive.…

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Colton Dixon 49:58

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You may know Colton Dixon from American Idol or his chart-topping Christian music, but there’s so much more to his story. In this episode, Colton opens up about life as a dad to twin daughters, his venture into custom fragrance, and the hilarious moments from life on tour. From chai lattes to clip-in hair to children’s books, this conversation is f…

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Ep 131 Raising Powerful Girls to Be Powerful Women with Author and Speaker Nellie Harden 56:04

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Very honored to have this conversation and time with Nellie Harden. My notebook is full of notes and my heart is challenged in the best way to connect with God so He can heal the unmet needs of my childhood but also rise up out of those ashes and pain to meet our daughters where they need me most. Moms, you don't have to personalize when your daugh…

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The Choice That Changes Everything: Easy vs. Hard 7:16

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Courage isn't the absence of fear - it's doing the hard thing despite being afraid.

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The Power of Delusion: Believe Before You See 7:32

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When you truly believe in your dreams, you stop asking for permission and start taking action. You stop waiting for the "right time" and start making any time the right time. You stop looking for guarantees and start becoming the guarantee.

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The Gratitude Game-Changer 7:26

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Shift your focus, and you'll realize there's far more to be grateful for than you ever imagined. Your life isn't perfect, but it's probably a lot more amazing than you're giving it credit for.

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Ep 130 Broken but Building- 3 Truths to Hang On to When Building a Business After Trauma 23:29

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This was a tough episode to name as a recovering perfectionist and it's still not there but done is better than perfect right??? Continuing on with Life After Trauma series; how do we seriously build a business when our mind is constantly racing, we are housing anxiety in our cells, and we don't even trust ourselves?? Let's get into today with 4 tr…

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Novelist Angela Flournoy on Friendship, Time, and the Wilderness of Contemporary Adulthood 49:47

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Deep Reading lists for each episode can be found at phoebe.substack.com - Today I’m joined by New York-based novelist Angela Flournoy, whose highly anticipated second book The Wilderness explores the evolving friendships of four Black women over the span of two decades. In our conversation, Angela and I discuss what it means to come of age in uncer…

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The Love You Accept: A Mirror of Your Self-Worth 8:16

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When you're in a relationship that truly honors who you are, it gives you the energy and confidence to pursue other dreams and goals. Good love should fuel your ambitions, not drain them. It should make you feel more like yourself, not less.

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Olivia Lane 1:00:34

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After a life-changing encounter with Jesus, Olivia Lane started on a brand new path of following God and writing Christian music. Now she’s living in answered prayers as a wife and mother while she sings songs about Jesus. In this conversation, Olivia and Hannah discuss the lessons of motherhood, how God speaks to us all uniquely, and Olivia’s new …

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Permission to Be Happy 7:57

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Happiness rarely just happens - especially when you're in the habit of putting everyone and everything else first. But when you start making space for joy, when you start treating your happiness as important, something beautiful happens.

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Ep 129. 4 Steps to Stop Running and Start Healing TODAY 27:15

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Have you been running from yourself and your past but you don't even know it? I was. I'm here to give you HOPE to what actually happens when you pause and reflect, grow in self-awareness and emotional intelligence and come back home to yourself. I'm here for you and praying for you. Mir STEPS TO TAKE TO GET STARTED TODAY!! Step 1: Join My Free FB C…