Best Dr James Perdue Professor Of Perseverance Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 269 Shot, Paralyzed, Battled Addiction, and Prison – John Carter Used Perseverance to Live His Dream 35:42

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John Carter was shot, paralyzed, 90 days in a comma, battled addiction, and going to prison in order to persevere over difficulties to attain his dream of being a fitness trainer and owning a gym. TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2-tcE-L0Lg Book: https://www.amazon.com/Triggered-Change-Life-Full-Turbulence/dp/B0DWLVRWW5 Websites: https:/…

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Ep 268 Gail Showalter Shares How Single Moms Can Reestablish Their Lives with Perseverance 38:52

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Gail Showalter coaches single moms to persevere and overcome adversities. After many years of raising her three children as a single mother, she developed a passion for supporting other single mothers. Gail persevered for 16 years. In 2007, she defied the odds and founded a nonprofit organization that provides resources for single mothers pursuing …

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Ep 267 Mixtapes to Wheelchairs – Rapper B-Cide Reinvents Life After MS 40:30

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Robert C Cardillo II AKA B-Cide shares his personal story of perseverance, from being diagnosed with MS and overcoming adversity adapting to life in a wheelchair, to continuing his career as an underground rapper, clothing designer, and entrepreneur. Book and Music: http://www.myelinmyshoes.com Websites: https://b-cide.com/ Facebook: https://www.fa…

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Ep 266 Jerod Nieder AKA Positively Paralyzed Shares His Journey of Perseverance 46:55

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Jerod Nieder AKA Positively Paralyzed Shares His Journey of Perseverance Website: https://positivelyparalyzed.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jerod.nieder/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positivelyparalyzed/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PositivelyParalyzed You can contact Professor of Perseverance at [email protected]…

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Ep 265 Dr Chad Scott Use Travel as a Tool for Processing Grief, Trauma, and Life Transitions 44:46

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Dr Chad Scott nearly lost everything—his health, his marriage, and his identity— now he guides others through stories that help them confront pain, discover purpose, and grow stronger on the other side of struggle. A therapist, author, educator, and liver transplant survivor who persevered through personal adversity into a mission to explore the wo…

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Ep 264 Debbie Simmons Grief Became a Catalyst for Her Purpose-Driven Growth 38:36

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Debbie Simmons is a mother of nine through the miracle of adoption and a woman whose legacy was born through loss. After the heartbreaking death of her quadruplets, her journey through grief became a catalyst for purpose-driven growth. Debbie’s passion is helping others find clarity, courage, and confidence in their calling, inspiring them to live …

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Ep 263 Jesse R Stanton Shares Strategies on Entrepreneur 33:05

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Jesse R Stanton, Leadership and Business Coach, Real Estate Investor, Motivational Speaker, and Podcaster. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesserstanton2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesse_r_stanton/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jesserstanton You may also contact him through email, [email protected]…

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Tywanah Evette Turning Trauma into Empowerment 38:50

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In this powerful episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Tywanah Evette—spiritual strategist, trauma recovery facilitator, and bestselling author—to explore her transformative journey from personal trauma to public advocacy and healing.Tywanah bravely recounts her early experiences of abuse and the profound emotional tol…

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Ep 262 Andrew Davie Shares Ruptured Brain Aneurysm Recovery 31:40

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Andrew Davie had a ruptured brain aneurysm in 2018 and since then became a caregiver for his mother when she had ALS and got a clinical mental health counseling degree. Website: https://andrew-davie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adavieauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adavieauthor/ X: https://x.com/adavieauthor Youtube: https://…

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Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Kimber Fosters Journey to Healing 32:03

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In this compelling episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Kimber Foster, author of Year of Thorns and The Divorce Checklist, to explore the realities of surviving and thriving after narcissistic abuse. Kimber opens up about her harrowing 30-year journey within a toxic relationship and the transformational process of bre…

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Guest Host Dr James Perdue, Professor of Perseverance 55:20

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Dr. James Perdue, Professor of Perseverance, shares other people’s stories of life tragedies of accepting adversities, begin battling, and conquer challenges to not only survive difficulties but also thrive in life so you can be prepared to persevere in life’s struggles. Professor of Perseverance Podcast will inspire you to face challenges head on …

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Ep 261 Erin Puricelli Shares Her Challenges on Self-Worth and the Importance of Rest 38:08

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Erin Puricelli will share her journey on Perseverance through Challenges, on self-worth and the importance of rest. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erin.puricelli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinpuricelli1313/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-puricelli-2a506b316/ You may also contact him through email, Jamesperduespeaks@…

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Ep 260 From Coma to Calling: Holly Porter's Inspiring Journey of Listening 44:54

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Holly Porter, a true beacon of resilience and inspiration! Holly's life is a tapestry of incredible experiences, starting with not one, not two, but *multiple* healing journeys. She's danced on the precipice of death, and during her harrowing 70-day hospital battle with COVID-19, she discovered the incredible power of the human spirit. Now, here's …

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Ep 259 Pansy Sleep Shares Her Fight from an Accidental Prescription Overdose 40:52

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Pansy Sleep was in a fight for her life when she realized she had accidentally consumed too much of her prescription medication and now her mission is to help others live their best life possible. Friends w/ Benefits Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@fwbpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pansy.sleep1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pan…

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Ep 258 Inside the Infamous Love Has Won Cult with Andrew-Ryan Profaci 55:24

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Andrew-Ryan Profaci survived both stage 4 cancer and life inside one of the strangest modern cults — Love Has Won. Amy Carlson, known as “Mother God,” chose him to be her “Father God.” He helped build the cult’s spiritual system… then had to find the strength to break free and expose it. Website: https://thewaronlove.com/ Facebook: https://www.face…

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Conscious Co Creation with DeBorah Bellony 1:11:03

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In this transformative episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters welcomes DeBorah Bellony—founder of WHO I Am Communications, astrologer, author, and conscious co-creation coach—for an enlightening conversation on self-discovery and spiritual growth.DeBorah takes us through her fascinating journey, beginning with a basketball scholarship…

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Ep 257 Anything Is Possible: Lessons in Resilience from a Girl Who Escaped Communism Alone at 9 Years Old 37:44

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Christine Sadry, at just 9 years old, left communist Poland alone, seeking freedom in the U.S. — only to lose her voice and freedom for the next 13 years while living in silence and fear within her adoptive home. Despite unimaginable adversity, Christine found her strength, reclaimed her life, and went on to build a 31-year career with the United N…

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Ep 256 Dr. Wendy O’Connor Shares Using Positive Psychology to Uplevel Your Success and Happiness 42:07

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Dr. Wendy O’Connor is a positive psychology, confidence, busting mindset blocks, what living a life by design truly means (and why it matters so much), or how to get off the hamster wheel of living the auto-pilot, default life. Website: https://www.drwendyoconnor.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drwendyoconnor Instagram: https://www.instagra…

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Ep 255 Nick Prefontaine Helping Others After Surviving a Snowboarding Tragedy 41:17

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At 14, Nick suffered a traumatic, life-threatening snowboarding accident and was put in a coma. His parents were told he wouldn't ever walk, talk, or eat on his own again. He did and set a personal goal of not walking, but running out of the hospital. Nick does a lot of speaking work to help those suffering from brain injuries. Today, Nick is a 7-f…

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Bob Wischer-Becoming Better Men Through Relationships 42:29

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for an empowering conversation with Bob Wischer, relationship engineer and founder of the Men Becoming Better Men group. In this episode, Bob shares his personal journey from a difficult first marriage to building a transformative coaching program dedicated to helping men strengthen relationships, build t…

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Ep 254 Ed Watters Host of Dead America Podcast Sharing Positivity 39:01

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Ed Watters award-winning host of Dead America Podcast shares his journey of overcoming. Website: https://deadamerica.website/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ed.watters.33/ You may also contact him through email, [email protected] Dr James Perdue Professor of Perseverance

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Ep 253 Erin Field C5/6 Quad Shares Her Journey 57:05

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Erin Field's shares her story in an accident on July 11, 2017 when a chimney collapsed onto her, resulting in a C5/6 SCI. Instagram 10%: https://www.instagram.com/thetenpercentapp/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livefearlessly3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erin.fieldd/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ErinField You may also contact him …

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Emotional Healing and Relationships Dr. Dean and HollyKem 50:54

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Step into an emotionally powerful conversation on the Dead America Podcast with host Ed Watters as he speaks with Dr. Dean and HollyKem Sunseri—authors of A Roadmap to the Soul and creators of the Transform You coaching program. This episode explores emotional intelligence, relationship healing, and the spiritual foundations that foster personal an…

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From Trauma to Wholeness Randy Pitkins Journey 48:00

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In this powerful episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Randy Pitkin, author of Restored, for a profoundly honest conversation about trauma, healing, and inner transformation. Randy opens up about his deeply painful childhood—marked by abuse, abandonment, and molestation—and how those early wounds shaped a path of rage,…

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Ep 252 Poonam Bhuchar Surviving of Sexual Assault and Attempted Suicide Shares Her Story 52:51

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Poonam Bhuchar surviving sexual assault, attempted suicide, an arranged marriage, and divorce is one thing. Processing all that pain so you can live a full life after is something entirely different. Website: https://emotionallysafe.com/ https://poonamb.com/ Get your Book: SAFE from the pain: https://www.amazon.com/SAFE-Pain-Darkness-Thats-Happy/dp…

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Jack Kammer on Male Advocacy and Gender Dialogue Today 1:03:38

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Step into a powerful discussion on the Dead America Podcast as host Ed Watters interviews Jack Kammer, a retired social worker and long-time advocate for men’s issues. With a career that began in marketing and IT, Jack shares how his path led him to become a voice for men and boys navigating complex gender dynamics.In this episode, Jack discusses t…

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Ep 251 Malisa Hepner Shares Her Turn Around Point from Surviving Her Childhood Experiences 32:04

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Malisa Hepner lost her dad at 15 to an overdose and her mom at 22 (when pregnant with her first child) to complications related to hep c and cirrhosis. She hosts a podcast called Emotionally Unavailable, an author, and public speaker. Website: https://linktr.ee/Mdhepner Emotionally Unavailable Podcast: https://podmatch.com/hostdetail/17395047184157…

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Boosting Productivity Mark Ellwood and The TimeCorder 38:07

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Unlock the secrets to peak efficiency with Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast as he interviews productivity consultant and Time Quarter device inventor Mark Ellwood. From his early days as an 11-year-old newspaper boy optimizing deliveries to designing a revolutionary tool that helps employees track and manage their time, Mark’s journey is pack…

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Ep 250 G. Michael Hopf from Military to Best Selling Author – Discipline Over Inspiration 52:09

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G. Michael Hopf has written more than forty books spanning genres from dystopian and survival fiction to military thrillers and historical Westerns. His stories often explore the human condition in extreme circumstances, shaped by his own experiences as a U.S. Marine and his deep interest in the resilience of the human spirit. Website: https://www.…

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Ep 249 Jennifer Gligoric Shares Tips to Survive the Bad Times in Business and in Life 42:10

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Jennifer Gligoric brings a unique and compelling perspective shaped by a life of resilience and determination. As a teenager and college student, she lived in a homeless shelter and experienced extreme poverty during a time when resources were scarce. These challenges taught her perseverance and the value of creating opportunities where none exist.…

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Overcoming Addiction Massimo Rigotti and The Sober Method 40:02

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for a powerful conversation with Massimo Rigotti, an esteemed speaker, addiction recovery advocate, and author. In this episode, Massimo shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming addiction, facing homelessness, and finding success through the transformative Sober Method.Discover how his five-step m…

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Ep 248 WalkinQuad Sara Lynn Shares Her Quadriplegic Journey to Inspire Others 1:02:00

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Sara Lynn, Walking Quadriplegic | Transformational Coach | Resilience Expert Website: https://linktr.ee/saralynncoaching?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafA68rzbJ3uCbVr2ghFII9HJh-uLeZLOz68qxJ6_4sSmC-I_NiOfmWk41h-eQ_aem_50LhSgoyBnISozT9E9MfZw You may also contact him through email, [email protected]…

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Ep 247 Dr. Lynn Banis Shares Grief Isn’t Just a Heartache—It’s a Full-On Brain Workout 35:11

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Dr. Lynn Banis lost her 106-year-old mom, her little brother, and her husband in less than three years. She was devastated and the multiple losses almost paralyzed her. She worked her way through the darkness and pain by using her skills in human behavior and coaching and came out with a renewed life and an epiphany that convinced her that she had …

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Mastering Relationships with Paul Bauer - Key Insights 53:57

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for an eye-opening discussion with Paul Bauer, host of the Come On Man Podcast, author, and relationship coach. In this episode, Paul shares his journey from growing up in Colorado, navigating early relationships, serving in the Navy, and learning valuable lessons through marriage and divorce.Explore key …

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Ep 246 Adriene Caldwell Suicide and Abuser Survivor Shares Her Journey 42:29

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Adriene Caldwell has done more than survived; she has thrived. Less than 3% of former foster youth attend college. 20% of the US prison population was in foster care at one point. She's not spouting rainbows and sunshine; life can and very often is cruel. She is offering the listener hope, hope that the trauma/situation will end, hope that the futu…

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Ep 245 Brian Hampton at 81 Published His First Book – Get Your Story Publish 30:58

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Brian Hampton, at 81 years, he became a first time published author and by a premier international publisher. His Life Empowerment book shares the tried and successful techniques he has used for dealing with the distressing predicaments and people we all encounter far too often. Website: https://brianauthorhampton.com/ Facebook: https://www.faceboo…

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Ep 244 Trevor Schade Shares Surviving a Stroke to Building Wealth 48:01

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Trevor Schade lost his job, had a stroke, and getting a divorce all within a few months to building a $3 million real estate portfolio. He went through the dark and made it through to the other side. Website: https://linktr.ee/trevorschade Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trevor.schade?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trevor.s…

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Ep 243 Justin Briggs Shares Surviving a Lightning Strike 39:01

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Justin Briggs journey after surviving a lightning strike has been a tough one, but has led him to create an amazing life. Website: https://www.briggscoaching.com/ You may also contact him through email, [email protected] Dr James Perdue Professor of Perseverance

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Ep 242 Cam F Awesome AKA "The Comeback Champion: Turning Setbacks into Success" 42:08

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Cam F Awesome journey is a testament to battling adversity head-on and transforming setbacks into powerful comebacks. As a former Olympic boxer, 12-time national champion, and 3-time Olympic Trials winner, he experienced the highest highs and some of the lowest lows in his career—including being kicked off the Olympic team and facing a suspension t…

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Richard Tierney - Healing Trauma Through Recovery and Hope 57:09

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Richard Tierney, the visionary behind Trauma Recovery Anonymous. In this heartfelt episode, Richard opens up about his personal journey of overcoming childhood trauma and addiction, highlighting the transformative impact of the 12-step AA program.Now residing in Thailand…

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Empowering Kids Mark Papadas on Growth and Confidence 32:59

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for an inspiring episode featuring Mark Papadas, affectionately known as the 'Be Great Guy.' Mark shares his incredible journey from overcoming a challenging childhood to becoming a trailblazer in children’s personal development and empowerment.Dive into the philosophy behind his groundbreaking 'I Am 4 Ki…

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Ep 241 Jeaneen Tang Shares Strategies on How to Develop Language in Young Children 49:07

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Jeaneen Tang is a mother of a special needs son and a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience, she thinks she has a lot to share. Her goal is to shake up the way we approach early language development through her strategies of Play Dumb & Sabotage. Website: https://www.playdumbandsabotage.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com…

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Unlocking Potential Kyle Smith on Clarity and Mindfulness 45:53

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Dive into the world of clarity and mindfulness on this episode of the Dead America Podcast, as Ed Watters interviews Kyle Smith, Clarity Consultant and host of the Limitless Life Podcast. Kyle introduces his groundbreaking practice, NLSE (Neuro Linguistic Somatic Experience), which combines mindset, language, and breath work to unlock human potenti…

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Ep 240 Margie Allman, Author of the Forthcoming Book, "The Sufferfest: How Sex, Drugs, and Triathlon Saved My Life" 32:28

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Margie's journey from overcoming institutionalized child abuse, addiction and prostitution to becoming an Ironman triathlete. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/margie.allman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margieallman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margieallman/ You may also contact him through email, [email protected]…

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Chiropractic and Spiritual Breakthroughs with Dr David Yates 1:03:36

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Join Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast for an enlightening conversation with Dr. David Yates, a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine specializing in Upper Cervical Specific Chiropractic. Discover Dr. Yates' inspiring journey from Cleveland Chiropractic College to uncovering LifeWave's revolutionary phototherapy patches, including X39, which work na…

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The Power of Meditative Arts with Jeff Patterson 40:06

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Unlock the transformative potential of meditative arts with Ed Watters on the Dead America Podcast. This episode features Jeff Patterson, a seasoned practitioner and author with over 36 years of experience and 26,000 students. Jeff shares powerful insights from his meditative academy in Portland, Oregon, where he teaches Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, boxing…

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Ep 239 Diana Fannon Shares Her Journey Epilepsy, Empathy, and Empowerment: A Personal Story of Special Education Advocacy 38:18

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Diana Fannon will share her story about her epilepsy journey and how that shaped who she is and what she is doing today. At the age of 17, she was diagnosed with epilepsy—a life-changing moment that shaped her journey in profound ways. She went on to attend Yale University, navigating challenges and embracing resilience. Over the years, she has tra…

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From Islamophobia to Understanding A Transformative Conversation with Eric Brazau 1:21:18

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Join us in this thought-provoking episode as Ed Watters interviews Eric Brazau, the author of Muslim Reformers vs. Fundamentalists. Eric takes us on his personal journey from Montreal to Toronto, recounting his post-9/11 Islamophobic views and his transformation towards a deeper understanding of Islam from a Western perspective. This insightful con…

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Ep 238 Yvonne Trost Help Others From Surviving to Thriving: The Power of Self-Love and Personal Transformation 47:29

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Yvonne Trost has faced personal and professional challenges, and now as a Happiness Coach, she helps others break free from limiting beliefs and find joy. She believes her journey can offer hope and motivation to listeners. Website: https://unlocklimitlessyou.com/ Free Ebook: https://mc.bradchandler.com/the-success-trap220759-4367 Free Meditation: …