Best InnerViews Podcasts (2025)

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365: Sports Innerview - 10/4/2025 - Ann Guests on Kelly Elbin's 'Musings on Golf' Show 54:00

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Ann guests on Kelly Elbin's 'Musings on Golf' show as they recap the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black and Europe's 15-13 win over the United States.By Ann Liguori

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48. Shadow Work: Understanding the Patterns You Can't Seem to Break 53:15

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Are you tired of reacting the same way to certain people or situations, even when you know it's not helping? In this conversation, Ben and Mitra explore shadow work: turning toward the parts of ourselves we'd rather avoid. Ben shares his struggles with irrational reactions, while Mitra offers a three-step framework for working with activated patter…

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InnerViews – Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy 59:14

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In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Destiny Jackson shares her journey of navigating foster care, homelessness, and life with Type 1 diabetes—all while pursuing her dreams at Spelman College. From overcoming systemic barriers to advocating for healthcare equity and child welfare reform, Destiny’s story is one of courage, resilience, and unapolo…

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Resilience Redefined: Destiny Jackson on Foster Care, Type 1 Diabetes, and Advocacy 59:14

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In this powerful episode of InnerViews, Destiny Jackson shares her journey of navigating foster care, homelessness, and life with Type 1 diabetes—all while pursuing her dreams at Spelman College. From overcoming systemic barriers to advocating for healthcare equity and child welfare reform, Destiny’s story is one of courage, resilience, and unapolo…

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Headlines: The Shutdown, New Foster Care Numbers, and More 37:20

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On this week’s Headlines edition of Imprint Weekly Podcast, we discuss the implications of the government shutdown, the newest federal data on foster care, and promising research on home visiting programs. We also talk about recent headlines about the rollback of youth justice laws in D.C., chronic absenteeism in Georgia, and a college president lo…

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364: Sports Innerview - 09/27/2025 - Greg Allen, Frank Darby 54:00

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Ann broadcasts from the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black and discusses top storylines of both the U.S. Team and the European Team with Greg Allen, Golf Correspondent, RTE Radio, Ireland. Ann talks about U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Keegan Bradley's success story with his college golf coach, Frank Darby. Frank was Coach of the St. Johns University golf team an…

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47. Creativity as Prayer: When Making Art Becomes Spiritual Practice 37:03

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Are you looking for a way to release emotional “stuckness” without more thinking and analyzing? Ben and Mitra explore how art becomes a healing practice that helps you process emotions and get to clarity about almost any issue you feel stuck on. You'll learn why messy, imperfect artistic expression in any form (movement, painting, singing, etc) oft…

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363: Sports Innerview - 09/25/2025 - Ann previews the Ryder Cup 10:59

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Ann previews the Ryder Cup, the home course advantage that Bethpage Black gives Ryder Cup USA; downplays what many are expecting to be a 'hostile' crowd in NY; the leadership qualities of both Captains; and Scottie Scheffler, world # 1 needing a strong Ryder Cup performance after going 0-2-2 at Marco Simone in 2023.…

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Dobbs, Abortion and Adoption with Gretchen Sisson 1:03:47

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On this week’s episode we talk to Gretchen Sisson, a sociologist studying abortion and adoption. Sisson’s research on mothers who choose to relinquish their rights into private adoptions led to her writing Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood. We talked about that research, her book, and what both experien…

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362: Sports Innerview - 09/20/2025 - Don Rea 23:14

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Ann visits with Don Rea, President of the PGA of America, about the upcoming 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the PGA itself, and his own story about becoming a PGA member in his early thirties.By Ann Liguori

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361: Sports Innerview - 09/20/2025 - Hank Gola, Don Rea 54:00

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Ann talks with veteran sports writer Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals: The Fiercest Battles for Golf's Holy Grail,' and Ann visits with Don Rea, President, PGA of America, on the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, the PGA itself, and Don's own story of becoming a PGA member in his early thirties.…

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46. The Art of Conscious Conflict: Fighting as a Spiritual Practice 39:44

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What if the conflicts you're avoiding could become your greatest teachers? Ben and Mitra explore the difference between fighting to win versus fighting to grow. Through personal stories, they reveal how shifting from fear to curiosity transforms any disagreement into an opportunity for deeper understanding. Discover why the energy you bring to conf…

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360: Sports Innerview - 09/13/2025 - Hank Gola 19:39

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Ann talks about various 'Ryder Cups' with veteran sportswriter Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals: the Fiercest Battles for Golf's Holy Grail.'By Ann Liguori

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Wards of the State, with Author and Journalist Claudia Rowe 43:07

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On this week’s episode we talk with Claudia Rowe, one of the true veteran journalists in the child welfare and youth justice space. We talked about her experiences covering both systems in New York and in Washington State, but focused on her recently published book Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care. Claudia Rowe is a membe…

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Cross-Cultural Challenges for Global Workers 59:30

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What can therapists learn about cultural humility by listening to the lived experience of global workers? In this conversation, we explore the evolving landscape of global mission work — where building relationships takes precedence over exercising influence, and mutuality replaces hierarchy. Our guests coach global workers through all the challeng…

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359: Sports Innerview - 09/13/2025 - Bill Byrne, Hank Gola 54:00

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Ann talks with Bill Byrne, Sr. VP, Global Sales, Aer Lingus, about Ireland's growth in golf tourism, industry and culinary in the past 20 years and what Aer Lingus Airlines has to offer to and from the U.S. to Ireland. Ann talks with Hank Gola, author of 'Ryder Cup Rivals, the Fierest Battle for Golf's Holy Grail,' as we reminesce about the various…

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45. When Spiritual Bypassing Meets Real Life: How to Stay Grounded 30:50

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Do you consistently use spiritual practices or mindsets to elevate your state? In this conversation, Ben and Mitra explore the subtle ways we can use spirituality as an escape route from our inner work rather than a path toward it. Ben opens up about his own journey through spiritual bypassing—how his pursuit of elevated states became a way to run …

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Headlines: Trump Impact, Texas Defines “Not Neglect,” Mental Health Research and More 33:35

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On this Headlines edition of the podcast, we start by talking about recent Imprint coverage that examines the on-the-ground impact of recent Trump policies and actions. We also cover new research about foster youth access to both medication and therapy, and Texas’ recent policy update to define what does not count as neglect. We also dive into some…

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358: Sports Innerview - 09/06/2025 - Steve Flink 30:06

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Ann talks with Steve Flink, Hall of Fame tennis journalist, about the 'Big Three' Rivalry in men's tennis, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, and the Chris Evert - Martina Navratilova on-court rivalry and off-court, long-time friendship.By Ann Liguori

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357: Sports Innerview - 09/06/2025 - Amelie and Alexa Phung, Steve Flink 54:00

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Ann shares a conversation she had with sisters Phung, Amelie and Alexa, extraordinary teenagers from Forest Hills, N.Y., who excel on and off the golf course; and with Steve Flink, Hall of Fame tennis journalist, about the 'Big Three' Rivalry in men's tennis, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, and the Chris Evert - Martina Navratilova …

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44. Befriending Your Inner Critic: From Enemy to Ally 35:19

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What if your inner critic is actually trying to protect you—and you can learn to work with it instead of against it? We all have that inner voice that tells us we're not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough. In this episode, Ben and Mitra explore the true nature of your inner critic through raw, honest conversation about their own struggles…

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356: Sports Innerview - 08/30/2025 - Randy Walker, Megha Ganne 54:00

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Ann visits with Randy Walker, Publisher, New Chapter Media, writer/editor, WorldTennisMag.com, on the 2025 U.S. Open Tennis Championship, and the USTA dedicating this Tennis Championship to Althea Gibson, and Randy's re-release of Althea's autobiography, 'Althea Gibson: I Always Wanted to be Somebody.' Ann shares an interview she did with New Jerse…

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43. Tapping Into Your Body’s Wisdom: How to Listen When It Speaks 42:46

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What if your body has been trying to give you answers all along, but you just haven't learned how to listen? In this intimate conversation, Ben and Mitra explore how your body holds wisdom that can guide your healing, help you make better decisions, and bring you back to center when life feels overwhelming. Through personal stories and practical te…

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InnerViews – Breaking Cycles: Lakievia’s Journey from Juvenile Justice to Youth Advocacy 1:08:24

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In this episode of InnerViews, we sit down with Lakievia to explore her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and advocacy. From navigating the juvenile justice system to becoming a fierce champion for youth, she reveals how cycles can be broken through restorative justice, trauma-informed care, and community support. Tune in for an inspiri…

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Breaking Cycles: Lakievia’s Journey from Juvenile Justice to Youth Advocacy 1:08:24

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In this episode of InnerViews, we sit down with Lakievia to explore her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and advocacy. From navigating the juvenile justice system to becoming a fierce champion for youth, she reveals how cycles can be broken through restorative justice, trauma-informed care, and community support. Tune in for an inspiri…

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355: Sports Innerview - 08/23/2025 - Megha Ganne 18:47

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Ann shares her conversation with Megha Ganne, winner of the U.S. Women's Amateur, how she got through the grueling week of competition, how she balances golf, studies, and her social life at Stanford, her wish to turn pro after she graduates from Stanford and more.By Ann Liguori

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354: Sports Innerview - 08/23/2025 - David Cone 17:19

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Ann visits with David Cone, 5-time World Series Champion and Baseball Analyst, ESPN and YES Network, on his passion for golf, what he brings from baseball to golf, who he'd pick to play in his favorite foursome, and top baseball memory.By Ann Liguori

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42. Your Inner Masculine vs. Feminine: How to Find the Balance 52:42

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Are you tired of trying to force your way through life, or frustrated by feeling unable to take action? In this honest conversation, Ben and Mitra dive into the masculine and feminine principles that shape how we move through life. Ben reveals his current struggle with rigidity and control while Mitra offers gentle wisdom about working with our inn…

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41. Healing The Hidden Shame Behind Your Anxiety and Perfectionism 35:00

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Do you secretly feel like you're somehow flawed and will never be good enough ? In this episode, Ben gets vulnerable about his years-long battle with what felt like endless anxiety and self-criticism before realizing it was actually shame in disguise. Together with Mitra, they explore how shame hides behind the things we think make us "good people"…

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353: Sports Innerview - 08/16/2025 - Jason Birnbaum, David Cone, Dan Rapaport 54:00

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Ann talks with Jason Birnbaum, Dir. of Instruction at Manhattan Woods in Nyack, N.Y., about his PGA Tour star pupil, Chris Gotterup. Ann visits with David Cone, 5-time World Series winner, Baseball TV Analyst for ESPN and YES Network, about his passion for golf and the similarities between a pitching motion and the golf swing. And Ann and Golf Insi…

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Headlines: Alex Adams Hearing, Juvenile Justice Funding, and More 31:21

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On this Headlines edition of The Imprint Weekly Podcast, we start with news of out Washington, D.C., including the confirmation hearing for Trump’s child welfare nominee; the lack of grants available on juvenile justice; and several actions related to immigration policy and youth. We also discuss several recent stories from The Imprint on adoption …

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A.I. and Child Welfare with Michael Tanana 47:22

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On this week’s episode, Michael Tanana of Lyssn, joins us to talk about artificial intelligence, or AI, in the child welfare system. Tanana helped found Lyssn, which uses AI to help assess the quality of various services in a way that used to require painstaking transcription and notetaking. We talked about starting an AI company in this space and …

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06 Facilitating Group Transformation 1:00:22

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What skillset is required to safely and successfully facilitate transformation for a group? In this episode Matt shares his perspectives on topics including coherence, trauma, attachment, and power.By Matt Sturm

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352: Sports Innerview - 08/02/2025 - Joe Theismann, Alex Lifeson 54:01

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Ann shares her conversations with former NFL Quarterback, Super Bowl Champ, Joe Theismann, and with Alex Lifeson, Hall of Fame guitarist for the band, RUSH, about what they've been working on and their passion for golf.By Ann Liguori

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Faith, Food, and Freedom: Diaspora Wisdom with Nancy Konjo 44:52

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In this deliciously deep episode, we sit down with Nancy Konjo—author of From Jollof to Sweet Potato Pie and a faith-rooted justice advocate. We talk food as healing, faith as resistance, and what it means to build bridges across the African diaspora. Nancy shares how her Cameroonian roots, her spiritual journey, and her cultural creativity have sh…

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InnerViews – Faith, Food, and Freedom: Diaspora Wisdom with Nancy Konjo 44:52

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In this deliciously deep episode, we sit down with Nancy Konjo—author of From Jollof to Sweet Potato Pie and a faith-rooted justice advocate. We talk food as healing, faith as resistance, and what it means to build bridges across the African diaspora. Nancy shares how her Cameroonian roots, her spiritual journey, and her cultural creativity have sh…

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Trump is Running Out of Time to Fund Homeless Youth Services 43:12

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On July 9, the Department of Health and Human Services started the funding competition for organizations that work on the frontlines of helping youth who are homeless, have run away, and are either involved in or at risk of being trafficked. That notice came very late in the year, and many are worried the administration might run out of time to act…

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The Trump Bill, Parental Relinquishment, and New Mexico’s New Drug Policy 39:40

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On this week’s Headlines edition of the podcast, we start by summing up the most relevant details from the massive budget bill recently passed by Congress and signed by President Trump. We also discuss The Imprint’s recent reporting on youth who enter foster care due to their behavioral health needs, and not because of abuse or neglect, and describ…

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351: Sports Innerview - 07/13/2025 - Alex Lifeson 24:50

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Ann interviews the legendary Alex Lifeson, Hall of Fame guitarist for RUSH, passionate golfer, about the iconic band RUSH, his new work with 'Envy of None,' his favorite golf foursome with music buddies, what he brings from music to golf, pale ale, and much more.By Ann Liguori

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40. The Power Conscious Endings (Season Finale) 26:03

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In this episode, Ben and Mitra announce they're closing Season One to create space for a fresh start, which leads them into a conversation about why conscious endings matter so much in our lives. They explore how incomplete closures—whether from relationships, jobs, or even everyday situations—accumulate in our subconscious like open apps draining …

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350: Sports Innerview - 07/10/2025 - Joe Theisman 24:06

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Ann talks with former Super Bowl winning QB Joe Theisman about playing in his 35th American Century Celebrity Tournament, the similarities between football and golf, and who to watch in the upcoming NFL season.By Ann Liguori

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Psychospiritual Pathways of the Enneagram 57:31

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The Enneagram is a widely used, multi-dimensional therapeutic tool revealing the core issues of nine different personality types. Yet beyond the typologies pertaining to increased self-awareness, it is a path of self-knowledge highlighting what matters most on an authentic psychospiritual journey. In this episode of Soul Portals, we will explore th…

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When Opportunities Knock and You Don't Answer 14:43

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What if the very thing you've been praying for has already knocked on your door three times, but you missed it each time? You know that frustrating feeling when you're stuck wanting something to change in your life - whether it's finding the right relationship, getting unstuck professionally, or solving a persistent problem - yet nothing seems to b…

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innerViews – Mothering on Empty: Healing, Holding On, and Letting Go 1:01:45

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In this deeply personal and profoundly moving episode, host Ivory Bennett is joined by mental health professional Dr. Alison Davis for a candid conversation about the emotional toll and transformative lessons of caregiving. From the complexities of single motherhood and fostering to the importance of emotional regulation, healing, and support syste…

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Mothering on Empty: Healing, Holding On, and Letting Go 1:01:45

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In this deeply personal and profoundly moving episode, host Ivory Bennett is joined by mental health professional Dr. Alison Davis for a candid conversation about the emotional toll and transformative lessons of caregiving. From the complexities of single motherhood and fostering to the importance of emotional regulation, healing, and support syste…

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38. Exploring the Hidden Lessons of Death 32:11

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Are you faced with the anticipation of death of someone or something in your life? In this episode, we sit with the mystery of death—not just the death of a person, but all the endings and transitions that life asks of us. Mitra and Ben explore how our relationship with dying—in all its forms—can shape the way we live, love, and let go. From quiet …

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348: Sports Innerview - 06/28/2025 - Gil Hanse, Keith Stewart, Aaron Straub 54:00

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Ann talks about JJ Spaun, winner of the U.S. Open, the Travelers Championship, the KPMG Women's PGA Champ Minjee Lee; and winning a second Gracie Award; visits with course architect Gil Hanse on his refurbishing both the Lower Course and Upper Course at Baltusrol; talks with Keith Stewart, PGA Member and Founder, Read the Line, about the top storie…

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A YMCA Membership for Every Older Foster Youth 24:03

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On this week’s episode of The Imprint Weekly Podcast we are joined by Brandon Nichols, director of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, and Victor Dominguez, CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles. They recently partnered to guarantee a YMCA membership to every older youth in foster care, as well as former foster …

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37. How to Stay Neutral and Grounded When the World Feels Divided 26:47

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How do you keep calm and stay neutral when everyone around you is taking sides? In this thoughtful episode, Mitra and Ben dive into what it really means to stay neutral when emotions run high and opinions clash. They share personal insights about navigating tricky moments, balancing heartfelt compassion with honest self-checks. Along the way, they …

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Supporting Dorm Life for Current and Former Foster Youth 24:56

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On this week’s episode, Congressman Greg Landsman joins to talk about the Campus Housing Affordability Act, his new bipartisan bill to make dorm life attainable for current and former foster youth. We discuss the college dorm model in his home state that inspired the bill, how the legislation would work, and since he’s on the committee that oversee…