Best David Richman Podcasts (2025)

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Podcast 1278: Orchestrating Connection: How Authentic Relationships Create Real Impact — with David Homan 58:18

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg sits down with David Homan — classical composer, nonprofit leader, global “connector of connectors,” and author of the bestselling book Orchestrating Connection. David shares the remarkable life events that shaped his philosophy on building authentic relationships at scale, from childhood adversity to…

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Podcast 1277: Why Stress Isn’t the Enemy - Lessons from Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You featuring Dr. Rebecca Heiss 47:10

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In this compelling episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg welcomes Dr. Rebecca Heiss, biologist, behavioral scientist, and author of Springboard: Transform Stress to Work for You. Rebecca’s groundbreaking work reshapes one of the biggest myths in modern life — that stress is something we need to avoid.Drawing from neuroscience, evolutionary biolog…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat VaYishlah: From Ya'akov to Yisrael—and Back 10:55

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“Ya’akov was very afraid and distressed.” He takes many different precautions in order to avoid a violent reunion with his brother, with potentially severe consequences. At the same time, in our parashah Ya’akov receives a new name: Yisrael—a name he receives twice! The name, at its core, describes a person caught in conflict, and it is given to Ya…

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[195] Adam Richman 1:13:59

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Adam Richman, culinary maverick and TV legend, joins The Michael Anthony Show for a raw, no-holds-barred conversation in Episode 195. Richman takes us behind the scenes of his life and career. He opens up about his complex relationship with Anthony Bourdain (and the truth about forgiveness), life after the Man v Food whirlwind, and candid reflectio…

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EP 127 - The Friend at the End - Part V 15:09

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Now I was back on my own, just me, myself, and I. But my attention stayed with my breath as it continued to flow in and out of me. "As long as I'm breathing, I'll know that I'm still alive," I thought. Now, I had been meditating for many, many years, and part of that practice is to focus on your breath, but this was completely different. Before, th…

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R. David Kasher: Klal Yisrael and Beyond: Balancing Communal Obligations with Civic Responsibilities 38:34

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Are our primary responsibilities always to our own community? Or do Jews in the diaspora also have a religious obligation to contribute to the general social welfare - perhaps even to get involved in local politics? When Jews have political, social, or financial capital - how should we spend it? Rabbinic tradition offers no easy answers to these qu…

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David Kirkpatrick on Trump’s Immense and Shameless Profiteering 54:45

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One of Donald Trump's most successful initiatives in his second term has been making himself and his family richer than ever. We're joined by The New Yorker’s David Kirkpatrick, who earlier this year wrote a piece outlining all the ways the legendary grifters have cashed in during Trump’s presidency. The Trump family has long been associated with s…

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Podcast 1276: Fight Languages by Lena Morgan | How Understanding Conflict Styles Can Transform Your Relationships 41:19

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In this enlightening conversation with Lena Morgan, author of Fight Languages: Turn Conflict into Connection, listeners will discover a groundbreaking way to understand and navigate conflict—whether at home, at work, or within themselves.Lena breaks down her powerful framework of the Five Fight Languages—Amplifier, Analyzer, Extinguisher, Igniter, …

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat VaYeitzei: A Covenant of Separation 9:22

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Throughout Parashat VaYeitzei, almost from their very first encounter, Lavan and Ya’akov are locked in conflict. But there is a rare moment of encounter—though a fraught one—where the verses describe a desire to bridge: “Come, then, let us make a covenant, you and I” (Genesis 31:44). What emerges is a covenant of separation—a covenant in which much…

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EP 126 - The Friend at the End (Reprise) - Part IV 15:21

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This is the fourth episode in a series based on my upcoming book, The Friend at the End, which tells the story of the major stroke that I suffered in 2011, which very nearly killed me. In the last episode, I had continued my inner conversation with an unseen presence who had begun to introduce me to the idea that I might be dying. He suggested that…

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Podcast 1275: The Culture Blueprint: A Guide to Building the High-Performance Workplace by Robert Richman 56:28

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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg welcomes Robert Richman — cultural strategist, keynote speaker, and author of The Culture Blueprint: A Guide to Building the High-Performance Workplace.Robert takes listeners behind the scenes of what made Zappos one of the most admired company cultures in the world, inc…

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Independence and Interdependence: When do we need to stay together, and when must we strike out on our own? 40:52

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Participating in and belonging to a Jewish community is rightly considered to be central to living a full and meaningful Jewish life. However, sometimes being enmeshed in community can present a challenge to exploring and pursuing our own personal goals and interests, both religious and non-religious. In this class, we'll explore a passage of the M…

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Lawyer Liz Oyer on Trump’s Corrupt Pardons 51:55

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In Donald Trump's second term, we've seen a flurry of pardons and commutations. Of course, every President is granted the pardon power, but with this administration, pardons often seem to have a price tag. We're joined by Liz Oyer, former US pardon attorney (appointed by Biden and fired by Trump), to discuss some of the shadier pardons doled out du…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Toldot: Rivalry or Relationship? 7:50

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Our parashah offers an opportunity to encounter a typical human phenomenon—plurality —and contemplate its implications. Specifically it brings us to ask: how do Ya’akov, Esav, and their offspring live with each other, as “two” from the womb?By Hadar Institute

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EP 125 - The Friend at the End (Reprise) - Part III 15:37

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This is the third episode in a series based on my upcoming book, The Friend at the End, which tells the story of the major stroke that I suffered in 2011, which very nearly killed me. In the last episode, I had gone down to the pool at our condo for the first day of summer, but I started feeling kind of queasy. My condition worsened, and at one poi…

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Podcast 1274: The Other Playbook: Brand Lessons Every Student-Athlete Needs (But No One Teaches) 41:45

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Amit Chitre, founder of R3 Communications and author of The Other Playbook: Brand Lessons Every Student-Athlete Needs (But No One Teaches).Amit blends decades of expertise—from journalism to crisis communications to training Fortune 500 executives—to reveal the life skill every s…

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Podcast 1273: Power Up Product Management: How to Build Better, Safer Products with Allison Taylor 44:53

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In this episode, we dive into Power Up Product Management by Allison J. Taylor, a powerful guide designed to help new and experienced product managers thrive from day one. Drawing from Allison’s global experience launching enterprise solutions across 35 countries, this episode breaks down the real-world skills, mindset, and strategies needed to exc…

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R. Ayal Robkin: The Apprentice Mind Part 3 20:22

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Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe, also known as the Alei Shur, offers a powerful and inspiring — but often demanding — vision for what it takes to become a better human being. Before we can do any act of repentance, of teshuvah — we must first learn how to change and how to grow. Recorded in Summer 2025. Source sheet: https://mechonhadar.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.c…

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Catherine Rampell on The End of The Shutdown 48:26

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After 43 days, the longest government shutdown in American history has finally ended. We're joined by Catherine Rampell from The Bulwark and MSNBC to talk about how it finally came to a close and why a lot of Democrats are mad at their party. Catherine details how the Trump administration used the shutdown as an excuse to inflict as much pain as po…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Hayyei Sarah: Rivkah’s Blessing 8:36

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Rivkah receives a blessing from her family members before she sets out on her journey to marry Yitzhak: “O sister! May you grow into thousands of myriads; may your descendants inherit the gates of their foes” (Genesis 24:60).By Hadar Institute

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EP 124 - The Friend at the End (Reprise) - Part II 14:50

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(Reprise Episode) This episode is the second in a series of excerpts from my upcoming book, "The Friend at the End," which tells the story of the major stroke that I suffered in 2011. As the first episode began, I was 62 years old, at a wonderful stage in my life, with everything safe and secure. It was the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and I wa…

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R. Ayal Robkin: The Apprentice Mind Part 2 18:10

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Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe, also known as the Alei Shur, offers a powerful and inspiring — but often demanding — vision for what it takes to become a better human being. Before we can do any act of repentance, of teshuvah — we must first learn how to change and how to grow. Recorded in Summer 2025. Source sheet: https://mechonhadar.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.c…

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Molly Jong-Fast on The 2025 Elections! 38:41

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The Democratic Party showed signs of life all around the country with last week's off-season elections. Helping us make sense of it all is Molly Jong-Fast, opinion writer for The New York Times and host of the Fast Politics podcast! Molly examines NYC's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, and why his campaign was so successful. Can he actually deliver on th…

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Podcast 1272: Role Mate to Soul Mate: The Seven Secrets to Lifelong Love By Warren Farrell 50:08

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In this powerful episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Dr. Warren Farrell — bestselling author of The Boy Crisis and the brand-new Role Mate to Soul Mate. Together, they explore why modern relationships struggle, why love feels harder today than ever before, and how couples can transform everyday conflict into deeper intimac…

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{194} A Muse (ft. Kieran Saint Leonard) 1:01:56

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Novelist and musician Kieran Saint Leonard joins The Michael Anthony Show for Episode 194 in a wide-ranging discussion covering music, philosophy, magic, modern technology, and his own creative journey. Author of the novel A Muse, Leonard also dives deep into his literary work and his music (as Saint Leonard), in a fascinating and thought-provoking…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Vayera: The Righteous With the Wicked 8:56

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In this week’s parashah, Avraham argues with God over the divine decision to destroy Sodom completely. Avraham and God agree that Sodom is wicked and that terrible things happen there. So what, then, is the basis for Avraham’s plea? Why does he resist God’s plan to punish and overturn Sodom? What are Avraham’s arguments as he tries to stop the city…

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Podcast 1271: Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces — Understanding Dementia with Compassion and Clarity 51:06

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In this deeply insightful conversation, host Greg Voisen sits down with Lisa Skinner, behavioral specialist and author of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer’s: Its Secret Faces, to explore the emotional and practical realities of caring for loved ones with dementia.Drawing on over three decades of experience and her own personal journey with eight family memb…

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EP 123 - The Friend at the End (Reprise) - Part I 17:34

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As you may recall, we are in the process of preparing for the release of our new program which will be called The NeuroHarmonic Method – Harmonize Your Intelligence – Transform Your Life, and one of the key parts of the method is learning how to learn the higher lessons that we are currently learning in our lives. Now, we don't have time here to go…

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R. Aviva Richman: Why Talmud is the Bedrock of My Faith 45:54

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The Talmud has often been subject to misrepresentation—viewed as esoteric or overly complex—yet it holds profound power as a centerpiece of Jewish tradition. How can Talmud and Talmud study anchor an approach to Judaism that speaks to the challenges and dangers of our moment? How can its embrace of complexity, argument, and multivocality offer a mo…

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Political Reporter David Weigel on The Shutdown 47:10

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We are approaching the longest government shutdown in American history with no end in sight. But it seems like this is exactly what the Trump administration wants. How much longer can this go on? We are joined by David Weigel from Semafor to discuss the damage of the shutdown and how the White House believes it's winning this fight. Weigel examines…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Lekh Lekha: Walking, Tradition, and Renewal 11:14

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Abraham is “our father” in many senses. He is seen as the father of the Jewish people, the spiritual father of Judaism and of monotheistic faiths more broadly, and the father of the covenant with the one God. Yet in our parashah, Abraham is introduced first and foremost as a son, a descendant who must decide whether to be traditional or innovative—…

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EP 122 - A Joyful Opportunity 18:40

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A Joyful Opportunity On a certain level, we human beings are quite an accomplished species. And this is because there is a key part to our consciousness that is always trying to improve, always trying to make things better. We call this our striving mind and without it, we'd still be living up in trees, let alone in caves. But like every other part…

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Podcast 1270: Impact: How to Inspire, Align, and Amplify Innovative Teams by Keith V. Lucas 42:24

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In this insightful episode, Greg Voisen interviews Keith V. Lucas, former Chief Product Officer at Roblox and author of Impact: How to Inspire, Align, and Amplify Innovative Teams. Drawing from nearly three decades of experience in engineering leadership and startup growth, Keith shares how leaders can build what he calls “engines of innovation” — …

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R. Ayal Robkin: The Apprentice Mind Part 1 21:48

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Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe, also known as the Alei Shur, offers a powerful and inspiring — but often demanding — vision for what it takes to become a better human being. Before we can do any act of repentance, of teshuvah — we must first learn how to change and how to grow. Recorded in Summer 2025. Source sheet: https://mechonhadar.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.c…

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Harry Litman on Important Legal Stuff. 50:10

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Every day brings a new constitutional crisis. Donald Trump isn't just breaking norms... he's weaponizing the entire justice system against anyone who dare cross him. We're joined by former U.S. Attorney Harry Litman to cut through the chaos and explain what the hell is happening. Trump promised that he would bring "retribution" to his second term -…

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Podcast 1269: The Holistic Wealth Strategy: A Framework for Building Legacy Wealth and Unlimited Freedom to Live an Extraordinary Life 46:44

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen speaks with Dave Wolcott, former Marine Corps Captain, serial entrepreneur, and author of The Holistic Wealth Strategy: A Framework for Building Legacy Wealth and Unlimited Freedom to Live an Extraordinary Life.Dave shares how his journey—from serving in the Marines to becoming a father of…

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Podcast 1268: Prairie Prophecy: How Filmmaker Michael Johnson and Wes Jackson Are Rewriting the Future of Agriculture 46:25

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In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with award-winning documentary filmmaker Michael Johnson to explore his latest project, Prairie Prophecy. The film dives deep into the visionary work of Wes Jackson and the Land Institute’s groundbreaking approach to sustainable agriculture, reimagining how humanity grows food by lear…

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R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Noah: "In His Generation" 13:16

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Parashat Noah invites us to reflect on the relationship between society and the individual. The introduction of its main character raises a central question: What is our role when we live within a corrupt society? How should we conduct ourselves when leaders are not guided by the values we hold dear, and when many individuals disagree with us about…