Best Cain Explains Podcasts (2025)

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Faith in the White House: Paula White-Cain Responds to Critics, Details Her History With Trump and More 32:44

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Prayer, praise and worship music, and sermons have made their way into the White House, with hundreds of faith leaders heading to Washington D.C., in recent months to offer perspective and take part in events organized by the newly minted White House Faith Office. That office, headed by Paula White-Cain and Jenny Korn, is historic and unlike previo…

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Never Worry Alone | Dr. Robert Waldinger 1:03:11

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Dr. Robert Waldinger talks about his new book The Good Life: Lessons From the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, which explores lessons from the longest scientific study of happiness. Dr. Robert Waldinger is a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, the director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development at Massachusetts Gener…

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Meditate on the Breath (Without Driving Yourself Nuts) | Bonus Meditation with Joseph Goldstein 12:53

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You don’t have to focus too maniacally on your breath; your body is part of the process, too. Our good buddy Joseph Goldstein shows you how to balance. Joseph Goldstein is a cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society and the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, both in Barre, Massachusetts. He is the author of many books including, most recently, Dr…

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Status: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How To Get It Without Driving Yourself Crazy | Will Storr 1:07:03

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Plus more surprising information on this fundamental human drive. Will Storr is a multi award-winning writer and Sunday Times bestselling author. His latest book is A Story is a Deal: How to use the science of storytelling to lead, motivate and persuade. Waking Up, a top-notch meditation app with amazing teachers and a ton of courses for all levels…

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Stoic Advice for Handling Setbacks, Insults, and Death | William Irvine 1:14:45

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How to boost your psychological immune system, the stoic way. William “Bill” Irvine is the emeritus professor of philosophy at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. He is the author of eight books that have been translated into more than twenty languages, including Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy and Stoic Challenge: A Philo…

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Is There Proof of Jesus, the Resurrection and the Supernatural? Lee Strobel Tells All 18:01

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Is there evidence for Jesus' life, death and resurrection? Renowned author Lee Strobel joins Billy Hallowell to discuss evidence for the Easter story, explaining why he believes the Gospel narrative can be definitively proven. Plus, he explores evidence for the supernatural more broadly. Mr. Strobel's latest book is "Seeing the Supernatural: Invest…

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Alisyn Camerota On: Surviving the News, Surviving the Teenage Years, and the Concept of Home 1:10:41

11d ago1:10:41

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From punk rock to broadcast journalism. A veteran journalist shares her story. Alisyn Camerota is an award-winning journalist and author. She recently wrote the memoir, Combat Love: A Story of Leaving, Longing, and Searching for Home. In this episode we talk about: Our mutual dislike of covering breaking news How her turbulent teenage years helped …

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How To Deal With Difficult Emotions, Difficult Feedback, and Difficult Parts of Your Own Mind | Diane Musho Hamilton 1:07:32

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Cross-training for your mind. Diane Musho Hamilton is an author, award-winning mediator, and teacher of Zen. She is the author of three books on conflict resolution, relationships, and communication. Her latest book is Waking Up and Growing Up: Spiritual Cross-training for an Evolving World, co-authored with Gabriel Wilson. Diane is one of many gre…

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Sam Harris On: Equanimity in Turbulent Times; Compassion for Difficult People; And Dualistic vs Non-dualistic Mindfulness 1:32:18

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An old friend (and my spiritual brother) discusses some of the most important things he’s ever learned. Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, author, podcaster and the proprietor of Waking Up, a top-notch meditation app with amazing teachers and a ton of courses for all levels. If you subscribe via this link: wakingup.com/tenpercent, you’ll get a 30-day …

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Can You Be Kind Without Becoming Boring And/Or Weak? | A Question From “Mean Aunt Kate” 9:06

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We’re going to give you a taste of the so-called “renegade sangha” sessions on DanHarris.com, which is powered by Substack. In those sessions, Dan usually guides a meditation and then takes questions. In this brief episode, you’re going to hear one of the best, funniest, most relatable questions we have received to date. Sign up for Dan’s newslette…

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'Heaven Help Us': John Kasich on Faith, Hope, Forgiving the Drunk Driver Who Killed His Parents 20:45

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Former presidential candidate and Ohio governor John Kasich joins the show to share a powerful journey of faith, hope, and forgiveness. He also breaks down the story behind his new book, "Heaven Help Us: How Faith Communities Inspire Hope, Strengthen Neighborhoods, and Build the Future." FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: - Follow Billy on Twitter - Fol…

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Buddhist Themes in The White Lotus, Explained | Josh Bearman 1:09:07

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Dan deconstructs the Dharmic elements of the popular HBO show, with the co-host of The White Lotus Official Season 3 companion podcast. Joshuah Bearman is a writer and film producer in Los Angeles. He has written for Wired, GQ, Harper’s, Rolling Stone, and contributed to This American Life. Along with Jia Tolentino, Josh is the co-host of the The W…

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I Want an Awakening Experience. How Do I Get It? | Henry Shukman 1:09:59

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They say enlightenment is always an accident. Here’s how to make yourself more accident-prone. Henry Shukman is a poet, author and Zen master in the Sanbo Zen lineage. He is founder of the Original Love meditation program, spiritual director emeritus at Mountain Cloud Zen Center and co-founder of the single-path meditation app The Way. His most rec…

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How To Be Sanely Productive | Oliver Burkeman 1:12:00

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The liberation that comes from realizing that you’re never going to get everything done. Oliver Burkeman is the author of the Sunday Times bestselling Four Thousand Weeks, The Antidote, and most recently, Meditations for Mortals. His work has also appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Psychologies and New Philosopher. He has a devote…

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Are You Letting Politics Make You Bitter Or Better? A Psychological Survival Conversation With CNN’s Van Jones 21:01

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Recorded in January 2025 during the week of the Presidential inauguration, this conversation with CNN commentator Van Jones is less about politics and more about how we react to politics. You’ll hear the questions that Van always asks himself before he goes on air, what he considers to be his purpose on earth, and how he thinks about the future. Th…

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How To Suffer Less: Joseph Goldstein, Sam Harris, and Dan Harris on the Buddha’s Eightfold Path 1:56:23

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One of the foundational Buddhist lists—a kind of GPS for enlightenment. Joseph Goldstein is a cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society and the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, both in Barre, Massachusetts. He is the author of many books including, most recently, Dreamscapes of the Mind. Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, author, podcaster and the…

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How To Handle Your Demons | Richard Schwartz 1:10:52

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Make peace with the difficult parts of your personality. Dr. Richard Schwartz is a contemporary psychotherapist, PhD in marriage and family therapy. He founded the Internal Family Systems Model (IFS) therapy system and has authored many books, most recently: The Internal Family Systems Workbook. In this episode we talk about: What Internal Family S…

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She's Seeing Thousands of College Students Flock to Jesus: Jennie Allen's First-Hand Revival Account 16:30

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Jennie Allen is seeing thousands of college students flock to hear more about Jesus. She shares her powerful journey and reveals what's really unfolding on campuses across America. FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: - Follow Billy on Twitter - Follow Billy on Instagram - Follow Billy on Facebook - Follow Billy on YouTube…

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A Guided Meditation To Get You Out Of Your Head | Bonus Meditation with Dan 12:20

1M ago12:20

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A 10-minute meditation that reminds you that you’re not just a brain: there is also a body. This meditation was originally part of one of Dan’s recent Ask Me Anything sessions on Substack – join us as a paid subscriber at DanHarris.com to be a part of these live online events as Dan guides a short meditation then takes your questions. Join Dan’s on…

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How to Suffer Well – So You Can Suffer Less | Brother Pháp Dung 1:05:59

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Brother Pháp Dung discusses the life and teachings of Vietnamese Zen master, peace activist, poet, and author Thich Nhat Hanh. In January 2022, Thich Nhat Hanh, the Vietnamese Zen master, peace activist, poet, and author passed away. He was the founder of the International Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. calle…

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A Radical Question To Put Your Problems Into Perspective | Annaka Harris 1:13:07

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How to think about consciousness without breaking your brain. Annaka Harris is the New York Times bestselling author of CONSCIOUS: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind and writer and producer of the audio documentary series, LIGHTS ON. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Nautilus Magazine, the Journal of Consciousness Studi…

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Are You Spending Your Life on Things You Actually Enjoy and Care About? | Jonathan Fields 1:18:25

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And how to figure out what matters most to you. Jonathan Fields is the author of several books, including SPARKED: Discover Your Unique Imprint for Work That Makes You Come Alive. He is also the host of two podcasts, Good Life Project® and SPARKED™. This episode is part of our ongoing Sanely Ambitious series. In this episode we talk about: What a “…

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Jordan Harbinger On: How To Succeed at Work; How to Network Without Being Gross; And How Not To Succumb To Hustle Culture 1:17:39

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Career advice from a man who has walked the walk. Jordan Harbinger is a Wall Street lawyer turned podcast interviewer with an approachable style and knack for securing high-profile guests. His podcast, The Jordan Harbinger Show, was selected as part of Apple’s “Best of 2018.” This episode is part of our ongoing Sanely Ambitious series. In this epis…

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You Should Be Taking More Risks. Here’s How To Get Over Your Fear And Do It. | Sue Ashford 1:15:13

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How to reduce perfectionism and boost confidence so you can be more effective in every area of your life. Susan (Sue) Ashford is an award-winning scholar and Professor at the University of Michigan, Stephen M. Ross School of Business. Her passion for helping people to be maximally effective in their work lives has driven her teaching and research w…

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Peter, Judas and the Complexity of Betrayal and Mercy: Chris Tomlin's Fascinating Take on the 'The Last Supper' 11:31

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With "The Last Supper" in theaters, audiences are getting a fascinating look at Peter, Judas and other biblical figures. Executive producer — and famed singer — Chris Tomlin joins the podcast to break it all down with Billy Hallowell. FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: - Follow Billy on Twitter - Follow Billy on Instagram - Follow Billy on Facebook - Fo…

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Country Music Star Leaves It All Behind For Jesus 18:50

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Granger Smith was a rising country music star when his son, River, drowned in 2019 and the trajectory of his life changed forever. It started with an uneasiness when Mr. Smith realized God was calling him to do something more. In the end, Mr. Smith ended up leaving music for ministry. Listen to him tell his story and share details about his new chi…

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What’s It Like To Be You Right Now? | Bonus Meditation with Dan 12:25

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This one's simple and easy -- and features some of Dan's favorite instructions from Joseph Goldstein. This meditation was originally part of one of Dan’s recent Ask Me Anything sessions on Substack – join us as a paid subscriber at DanHarris.com to be a part of these live online events as Dan guides a short meditation then takes your questions.…

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How To Get Past Your Past | Yung Pueblo 1:10:44

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Lessons learned from 12 years of serious meditation. Diego Perez is a meditator and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is widely known by his pen name, Yung Pueblo. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. In this episode we talk about:…

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Stress Reduction: 5 Free, Quick, Science-Backed Strategies | Dr. Aditi Nerurkar 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

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A Harvard doctor on how she went from stress patient to stress expert. Dr. Aditi Nerurkar is a Harvard stress expert, and the author of The 5 Resets: Rewire Your Brain and Body For Less Stress and More Resilience. In this episode we talk about: Healthy stress vs. unhealthy stress The distinction between stress and burnout What Dr. Nerurkar calls, “…

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How To Be Sanely Ambitious | Behind the Scenes with Dan and DJ 27:44

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Dan and executive producer DJ Cashmere talk about how we’re putting “sanely ambitious” into action on our team; plus, an important update on how to listen to the podcast ad-free. In this episode we talk about: How rest and productivity are two sides of the same coin What psychological safety looks like on a small, creative team Having a “parking lo…

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How To Make Your Relationships Exceptional | Carole Robin and David Bradford 1:09:43

2M ago1:09:43

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Secrets from the massively popular Stanford business school course on interpersonal hygiene. Carole Robin and David Bradford taught the most popular elective course at the Stanford Graduate School of Business for a combined total of 75 years. Officially, the name of the course is Interpersonal Dynamics, but everybody calls it “Touchy-Feely.” Togeth…

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America's Trust Crisis Rages: Why Trust in Government, Media and Education Has Tanked (and How We Can Fix It) 20:23

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America is facing a trust crisis. From the economy to the government and media, the metrics aren't good. That's why author David Horsager is taking on the issue in his latest book, "Trust Matters More than Ever: 40 Proven Tools to Lead Better, Grow Faster & Build Trust Now!" "Until the 70s, almost 80% of Americans trusted our government to do basic…

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How To Know Whether You’re an Introvert or an Extrovert—and Why That Matters | Susan Cain 56:34

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Why knowing your tendency can improve your life. Susan Cain is the author of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, and Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole. Her Kindred Letters newsletter is read by people in all 193 countries and all 50 American states. Join her at TheQuie…

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The Mind-Bending Science of Advanced Meditation | Matthew Sacchet 1:22:33

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What it is, how beginners can get a taste, the dangers of striving, and whether tech can make it easier. Dr. Matthew D. Sacchet, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Meditation Research Program at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital (Mass General). Since 2012, he has authored more than 120 publications, pre…

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With Prime's 'House of David': Hollywood Just Opened the Door to a Culture-Shifting Phenomenon 10:45

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One of the biggest mysteries plaguing Hollywood has been the overarching reticence to sufficiently court the faith and family audience, a values-based cohort that has proven itself ravenous for high-caliber content that delivers safe and uplifting entertainment. But Tinseltown has traditionally instead offered up a drought in this arena, with mains…

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Should You Be Taking Psychedelics? The Benefits, the Risks, and the Science. | Jay Michaelson 1:20:45

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Featuring a meditation teacher, author, professor, and dedicated experimenter with these molecules. Jay Michaelson is a journalist, meditation teacher, rabbi, and professor of religious studies whose work for the last several years has been focused on psychedelics, meditation, and spirituality. Jay is a field scholar at Emory University’s Center fo…

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How To Survive the News. CNN’s Bill Weir on Moving From Anger and Despair to Optimism and Resiliency. 1:13:23

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A node of sanity in these challenging times. Bill Weir is America’s leading climate reporter. His new book is a celebration of our planet and human brilliance. It is a hopeful plea for communities to rally around nature, new ideas and each other, to create the kind of resilience that lasts generations. In this episode we talk about: How a hotter ea…

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Joseph Goldstein On: Impermanence, Impersonality, And How To Use Mindfulness To Be More Creative 1:12:48

2M ago1:12:48

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One of my favorite episodes that we’ve recorded in a long while. Joseph Goldstein is a cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society and the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, both in Barre, Massachusetts. He is the author of Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening, A Heart Full of Peace, One Dharma: The Emerging Western Buddhism, Insight Meditat…

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The Neuroscience of Confidence | Ian Robertson 1:11:32

2M ago1:11:32

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What confidence does to your brain, why it helps with anxiety, and how to get it if you don't already have it. Plus, the problem with overconfidence. Ian Robertson is a Professor Emeritus in Psychology at Trinity College and was the founding director of Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. He has written five books, the latest of which is cal…

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What's Dooming Our Marriages? Plus: Trump's Shocking 'Truth Renaissance' 26:14

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Speaker, author and podcast host Arlene Pellicane joins Billy Hallowell to explain what's destroying our marriages and families. Plus, Billy reveals the "truth renaissance" he believes President Donald Trump is ushering in — and why it matters. FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA: - Follow Billy on Twitter - Follow Billy on Instagram - Follow Billy on Fac…

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How To Make a Marriage Work | Chodo Robert Campbell and Koshin Paley Ellison (Co-Interviewed by Dr. Bianca Harris) 1:18:19

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A candid, useful, and hilarious conversation. Chodo Robert Campbell Sensei is a Zen teacher, bereavement specialist, grief counselor and a recognized leader for those suffering with the complexities of death & dying, aging, and sobriety. The educational non-profit he co-founded, the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care, touches thousands of l…

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How Are You Contributing To What Is Not Working In Your Love Life? Hard Truths From Relationship Coach Jillian Turecki. 1:06:43

3M ago1:06:43

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Why self-inquiry is the first ingredient to a healthy relationship. Jillian Turecki is a renowned relationship coach, teacher, author, and host of the podcast, Jillian On Love. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands over the last 20 years through her teachings, courses, and writing to …

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How Not To Torpedo Your Relationships | Dan Solo Episode 27:10

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Data-driven, dharma-informed, Dan-tested strategies for improving relationships of all kinds. In this episode we talk about: The value of having platonic friends in addition to your spouse or partner A key communication skill that Dan picked up from the writer and researcher Brené Brown How humor can help your relationships – and how it can hurt A …

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The Science of Emotion Regulation: How It Impacts Health, Performance, and Relationships. | Ethan Kross 1:17:49

3M ago1:17:49

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Practical strategies for managing our emotional lives. Dr. Ethan Kross, author of the international bestseller Chatter, is one of the world’s leading experts on emotion regulation. An award-winning professor in the University of Michigan’s top ranked Psychology Department and its Ross School of Business, he is the Director of the Emotion and Self-C…

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Selena Gomez's Weeping, DEI's Combustion and Corey DeAngelis' Take on America's Education Crisis 34:02

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From Selena Gomez's tears to DEI, there's no shortage of culture headlines to dive into. The Washington Times' Valerie Richardson joins Billy Hallowell to break it all down. Plus, education activist Corey A. DeAngelis drops by to reveal details about the tattered state of American education, his take on the onions — and what he believes would fix t…

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9 Ways To Break Free From the Habits That Are Holding You Back | Dr. Rangan Chatterjee 1:19:57

3M ago1:19:57

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How your reliance on being liked, being comfortable, and being perfect is blocking you from making the change you want. Dr. Rangan Chatterjee is one of the most influential doctors in the UK with over two decades of experience. He now hosts Europe's biggest health podcast, Feel Better, Live More, he is the author of 5 Sunday Times bestsellers, he r…

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Trump's Wild Political Resurrection Sends 3 Major WARNINGS to Hollywood, Media and Progressives 8:40

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President Donald Trump’s political resurrection is undoubtedly one of the most head-scratching and captivating moments in American political history. His reascension, by all accounts, seemed like an implausible pipe dream four years ago, and yet he has once again taken the oath of office, becoming only the second U.S. president — the first was Grov…

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Buddhist Strategies For Reducing Everyday Addictions (To Your Phone, Food, Booze, And More) | Sister Dang Nghiem 1:11:12

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A Buddhist doctor/nun on how we’re all addicted to something—and how to reduce craving. Sister Dang Nghiem, MD, (“Sister D”) was born in 1968 in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive, the daughter of a Vietnamese mother and an American soldier. She lost her mother at the age of twelve and immigrated to the United States at the age of seventeen with her …

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Lifeslices: Being Alike 37:18

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In the United States, and around the world, people seem to be as far apart, politically, as the North Pole is from the South. But, in matters that are important to all of us, just how far apart are we? Professor Lawrence Torcello of the Rochester Institute of Technology joins host Steve Fisher to discuss why we're so polarized when we're so alike.…

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Buddhist Neuroscientist On: How To Quit Bad Habits And Why You’re Not Keeping Your Resolutions | Dr. Judson Brewer 1:15:37

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How to use your innate mindfulness to turn the volume down, or even uproot, your everyday addictions. Dr. Judson Brewer is the Director of Research and Innovation at the Mindfulness Center and professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences and Psychiatry at the Schools of Public Health & Medicine at Brown University. He is the author of several books,…

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