Best Jen Barnes Podcasts (2025)

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ADHD Foods to AVOID: How to Stop Exacerbating Your ADHD with What You Eat 36:33

1d ago36:33

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In this episode of the ADHD Success Coach Podcast, Jen breaks down: Why ADHD women are more sensitive to blood sugar crashes and sugar spikes How sugar gives a dopamine hit—but causes a crash that worsens ADHD symptoms What the stress response has to do with your lunch (yep, really!) The impact of perimenopause on ADHD and food sensitivities What k…

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Financial Remedy: to reform, or not to reform? 1:07:35

3d ago1:07:35

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This month we are joined by the Law Commissioner, Professor Nicholas Hopkins (who led the scoping report), Emma Hitchings, Professor of Family Law at the University of Bristol (who led the Fair Shares reports), and Resolution’s Family Law Reform Group chair, Jo Edwards of Forsters LLP. The Law Commission has found (in its scoping report published i…

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Where Do We Go From Here? with Anna Galland (2024) 59:14

4d ago59:14

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Note: this episode originally published on 11/12/24. From original description: Whew, the past few days have been a lot. Like you probably, Chris hasn’t slept much this past week. There’s a lot to process given that Donald Trump is now president-elect… again. Our guest this week, who has worked as an organizer throughout numerous political ups and …

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Episode 13. Equestrian Sports. Barn Culture and the Horse Show Social Scene, with Lifestyle Influencer and Horse Show mom, Katherine Robinson 24:16

5d ago24:16

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We take a deep dive into barn norms when it comes to VIP Tents, tack room tailgate parties and dinners out at horse shows. Katherine Robinson, former barn mom in Jen's barn and current lifestyle influencer, drops by the studio to weigh in. We hit all the burning topics including, what happens when not everyone buys into the barn culture, who pays t…

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Azure AI Foundry (from BUILD 2025) with Yina Arenas 50:32

8d ago50:32

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Learn how to supercharge your AI development with our integrated signals loop that connects model choice, knowledge retrieval, fine-tuning, orchestration and memory —anchored by observability and trust. Design, customize, and manage intelligent agents using open standards and protocols such as Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent-to-Agent (A2A) t…

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Hidden Obstacles Making Your ADHD WORSE and How to Erase Them 27:16

9d ago27:16

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You’ve got the planners, the timers, the dopamine-boosting routines. You’re doing all the things… So why do you still feel stuck? In this special 100th episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden emotional obstacles that quietly sabotage even the smartest, most resourced ADHD women. I’m talking about fear, self-doubt, and insecurity—not the…

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What’s Behind the Tax Revolt? with Arjun Singh 57:27

11d ago57:27

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Tax policy has been a core part of the Republican party. A central feature within the GOP, particularly since Reagan, has been cutting taxes for corporations and some of the wealthiest Americans. President Trump, breaking away from traditional party orthodoxy, recently raised the idea of increasing taxes on some of the country’s richest. Our guest …

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Episode 12. Rider wellness. "We gotta do something." In the wake of tragedy, a North Carolina Trainer said this to her client and friend Kevin McKirahan. Fifteen months later, with his help, USHJA is offering ... 22:23

12d ago22:23

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In September 2024, North Carolina Trainer Beverly Burnette lost a dear friend. A few weeks later, born from the tragedy, Kevin and Alex McKirahan gained a passion project that could change the lives of many USHJA members. This week, their hard work finally paid off as the USHJA announced that AllyHealth is now offered to members at every level for …

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Is AI what Robotics needs? with Jasmine Lawrence Campbell 33:22

14d ago33:22

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott sits down with AI/ML & Robotics leader Jasmine Lawrence Campbell to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and robotics. Jasmine shares insights on how AI is shaping the future of robotics, the challenges of integrating AI into robotic systems, and why she believes there's a place f…

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ADHD at Work, Life, and Love: A Deep Dive with Jesse J. Anderson, Author of 'Extra Focus' 1:02:04

16d ago1:02:04

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If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just do the things?”—this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by Jesse J. Anderson—also known as @ADHDJesse—author of the bestselling book Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD. Jesse shares what it was like to be diagnosed in adulthood, how undiagnosed ADHD impacted his career and re…

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How Project 2025 is Reshaping America with David Graham 53:55

17d ago53:55

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We got a pretty clear heads up about what Trump 2.0 could portend for so many facets of American life. The Mandate for Leadership, also known as Project 2025, is perhaps the clearest compilation of goals for Trump’s second term. Now that 100 days have passed of the second Trump administration, we thought it would be a good time to see where things …

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Episode 11. Equestrian Sports. A former member of the USEF Hearing Panel, Andrew Ellis, discusses the USEF rule violation system and social media whistle blowers. 26:18

19d ago26:18

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Andrew Ellis, horse show manager, paddock master and former member of the USEF Hearing Panel, talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the USEF rule violation system, the responsibility we all share to protect our equine partners and the integrity of our sport and how social media whistle blowers fit into the equation. Support the show…

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Is Vibe Coding Real? with James Montemagno 45:21

22d ago45:21

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Vibe Coding has folks talking and "vibing entire applications." But is it valid? Should one use AI agents to create apps that go directly into production, or is it just appropriate for prototyping? Scott talks to James Montemagno who recently vibed a 17,000 line application and only wrote 20 bespoke lines himself. Is this the future of programming …

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Can't Focus On Anything: Reset Your Productive Day with ADHD 24:54

23d ago24:54

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Ever feel like your brain is both frozen AND scattered at the same time? Like you feel that vibrating, urgency type energy in your body but you just can’t even? This happened to me TODAY - the day I had an entirely different podcast episode I wanted to record. It was like a sign from the universe to share what you can do when this happens. In this …

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Half a Century in Family Law 38:52

24d ago38:52

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This month we are joined by Sir Jonathan Cohen (now an arbitrator and private FDR Judge at 4PB) to discuss the last half century in family law. Sir Jonathan tells us about how family law has changed over that time. He recalls the humiliation caused by all divorces being heard in public, and the seminal changes following the Children Act 1989 and Wh…

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Protests, Political Violence and Its Alternatives with Erica Chenoweth 57:59

24d ago57:59

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You’ve probably seen footage or photos of people protesting the Trump regime. Some data suggests that the volume of protestors is higher than in Trump’s first term. But at the same time, you might be wondering if we’re seeing enough civil resistance to preserve American democracy. Our guest this week is one of the authors of a study that found that…

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Episode 10. Rider Fitness. Dan Austin, NCEA Equestrian strength and conditioning coach and power lifting world record holder. 17:06

26d ago17:06

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Dan Austin discusses a typical workout week for the equestrian athletes he coaches, how he got into coaching equestrians, his experience in the saddle and how he helps his team tap into the athlete mindset. Whether you have NCEA aspirations or are just looking for some tips to get fit for the show ring, you don't want to miss this episode! Support …

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Making SNES ROMS with C# and Matthew Shapiro's DotnetSnes 33:33

29d ago33:33

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What if you could craft Super Nintendo ROMs using the power of C#? In this episode, Scott Hanselman dives into the world of retro game development with Matthew Shapiro, the creator of DotnetSnes—a tool that enables developers to build SNES games with modern .NET technology. They explore how the project works, the challenges of programming for class…

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How to Cultivate Lasting Motivation for Your ADHD Journeys 13:28

1M ago13:28

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If motivation feels like it comes in hot and then vanishes without warning, you’re not broken—and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode, I’m getting real about what it takes to cultivate sustainable motivation when you have ADHD. I’m sharing why the usual advice ("just be more disciplined") doesn’t work for our brains, and what to do instead…

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“Trump Is Not a King” with NY Attorney General Letitia James 54:39

1M ago54:39

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A good amount of institutions have capitulated and complied in recent months with many of the Trump administration’s actions that far overstep executive authority. At the same time, we’ve seen a few places where there has been opposition and resistance to tactics employed by the Trump 2.0 regime. Some of the most pushback has come from democratical…

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Episode 9. Equestrian Athletes. Hunter Kay discusses why his high school hurdling career never got off the ground, working for famed trainers and dog rescuers Danny and Ron, and a potential pickleball ... 20:56

1M ago20:56

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Hunter Kay confirmed that he is one of the top young professional riders on the East Coast by clenching the High Score Developing Rider Award during WCHR Week at the Winter Equestrian Festival this year. Hunter joins Karen and Jen in the studio to discuss his fitness routine, how barn workouts could help riders stay motivated and why swimming might…

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Neverending support for open source with Hayden Barnes 32:55

1M ago32:55

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The issue of software support for open-source is a long and storied one. Scott sits down with open-source advocate Hayden Barnes about how paid support and custom builds of older open-source software is a business opportunity for herodevs. Should you upgrade and migrate to the latest build? Or should you get paid never ending support?…

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Rage is Necessary: Why Anger Management Won't Help You Calm Down 29:23

1M ago29:23

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Do you find yourself feeling guilty or even ashamed of your anger? Or maybe you have people telling you not to get so upset? (Or even a spouse who tells you that you have an “anger problem” when the reality is you are the one carry all of the mental load and most of the physical load of your household?) You are not alone. Unfortunately, this is not…

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‘America, América' with Greg Grandin 57:57

1M ago57:57

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The United States is pretty intertwined with Latin America. So why has it historically been seen as more of a European outpost as opposed to a nation in the Western hemisphere that is part of the broader Americas? Our guest this week points out that there are other ways to understand the history and identity of the U.S., aside from the narrative th…

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Episode 8. Rider Wellness. Sports Dietician Kristen Ziesmer discusses fueling riders' bodies for optimal performance on horse show days and training days. Spoiler alert; charcuterie boards and hard seltzers ... 25:51

1M ago25:51

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Kristen Ziesmer, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, specializes in helping athletes reach their full potential with proper nutrition. She joins Karen and Jen to discuss macronutrients, hydration, and what to eat on show days, even if you're one of those people who says "I can't eat before I ride." Still wanting more after this episode? Tune into Kristen's show, Fem…

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Computer Science for Kids with Jen Looper 34:12

1M ago34:12

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Scott sits down with Jen Looper, educator, developer, and author of Computer Science for Kids. Together, they dive into the importance of introducing young minds to coding early and making computer science accessible for all. Jen shares insights from her book, discusses the evolving landscape of tech education, and highlights creative ways to inspi…

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How to Do What You KNOW You Need for Your ADHD 31:51

1M ago31:51

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Ya know how there are things you could do that you KNOW would help your ADHD, but how you just can’t seem to do them? If this is you, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common things I hear from ADHD women. AND, in our last episode we explored an amazing tool from motivational interviewing to help. BUT what if you tried it and it didn’t work…

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‘Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza’ with Peter Beinart 55:05

2M ago55:05

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We’re now a year and a half into the war in Gaza. Our guest this week has spent a lot of time thinking and writing about all that has unfolded. Peter Beinart is the author of numerous books including his latest, “Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: A Reckoning” and writes “The Beinart Notebook” on Substack. He’s also an MSNBC analyst and th…

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Meet Ken Accardi - PodCast Host and CEO of Ankota 22:42

2M ago22:42

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This episode is a little different and I hope you like it. I was interviewed on another podcast called "The Millennium Spotlight" by heralded radio announcer and podcast host, Jordan Rich. I greatly appreciate you listening to Home Care Heroes and Day Service Stars and if you'd like to know a little bit more about me then please give this episode a…

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Episode 7. Rider wellness. Psychologist Rhea Merck discusses competition anxiety, parental pressure, coaching styles and Karen's boiled peanut trauma. 29:53

2M ago29:53

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Licensed clinical psychologist and author, Rhea Merck has worked with student athletes for over a decade. She joins Karen and Jen in the studio to discuss the techniques she has used over the years to help equestrians reach their full potential in the show ring. Support the showBy Jennifer

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AI Data Infrastructure for the Global South with Kate Kallott 34:45

2M ago34:45

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Amini's Kate Kallot to explore the transformative potential of AI-driven data infrastructure in the Global South. As the founder of Amini, Kallot shares insights into how artificial intelligence can bridge critical data gaps, drive sustainable development, and empower communities…

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Capacity Issues in Family Litigation: The Lights Are Not Out! 38:43

2M ago38:43

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We are joined by Joseph O’Brien of St Johns Buildings and Laura Flanagan of Burgess Mee to discuss how to manage cases that involve capacity issues. Laura has recently co-authored an article with Maisie Lockyer on this issue: https://financialremediesjournal.com/content/family-proceedings-and-litigation-capacity.ec7c993244094031bbcb75338ef9c29e.htm…

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How to Get Yourself To Do Your ADHD Care 31:05

2M ago31:05

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One of the biggest struggles I see in ADHD women is getting themselves to do the things they know would help their ADHD - things I call “ADHD care”. Given the busy-ness most women, especially ADHD women, experience, plus the way our brains are wired, this makes sense. It truly can be hard to get ourselves to do stuff. AND, it’s possible. In this ep…

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How Process is Killing Progress with Ezra Klein 1:11:08

2M ago1:11:08

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Why has America's 20th century vision of innovation and opportunity transformed into a stagnant and stunted dystopian reality? Our guest this week claims that “the crisis that’s clicking into focus now has been building for decades” and it’s all because we haven’t been following building enough. Ezra Klein is host of The Ezra Klein Show podcast, a …

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Episode 6. Equestrian Sports. Are the new competition pre-requisites for USEF Licensed Hunter/Equitation Judges really in the best interest of the sport?? 23:04

2M ago23:04

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Karen and Jen discuss a new USEF Rule that requires Licensed Hunter/Equitation Judges to have shown or trained a competitor at 3' for a 'r' rating and 3'6" for a 'R' rating. Is this inline with the judging criteria of other subjective sports? What impact could this rule have on the accessibility and fan appeal of the sport? Listen to find out what …

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Tiny Experiments with Anne-Laure Le Cunff 39:47

2M ago39:47

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In this insightful episode of Hanselminutes, host Scott Hanselman sits down with Anne-Laure Le Cunff, the brilliant mind behind Tiny Experiments. Together, they explore the transformative power of small, manageable experiments in fostering creativity, personal growth, and meaningful change. Anne-Laure shares how her background in neuroscience and h…

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Two CRUCIAL Practices to Stop an RSD Spiral with ADHD 17:59

2M ago17:59

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Today, we're diving into one of the most intense emotional struggles for ADHDers: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, or RSD. If you've ever felt like a single comment or perceived criticism sent you into a tailspin—overthinking, self-blame, that heavy emotional crash—you are so not alone. I've been there. Recently. But here's the good news: there's a…

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Why ‘Everything is Tuberculosis’ with John Green 55:06

2M ago55:06

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Tuberculosis is the deadliest infectious disease in the world. Why does something that’s curable still kill millions every year? And what does this illustrate about global health disparities? John Green is the author of “Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection.” Green is also the co-creator of Vlog brother…

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Episode 5. Equestrian Athletes. Maria Falgione talks athleticism, work/life balance and how the current Houston Texans Strength Coach helped her career as a jockey. 22:13

2M ago22:13

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Our first guest to the studio does not disappoint! Maria Falgione is a former NCAA Equestrian, stage and screen actress and professional jockey. She helped found Synutra Equine, maker of Synchill, and the sister company, Alexsyn, which has reworked some of Synutra's best selling products into human supplements. A true equestrian athlete, Falgione c…

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Forking around (with the Linux Desktop) and Finding Out with Justin Garrison 33:29

2M ago33:29

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Justin serves as Head of Product at Sidero Labs. His career includes contributions to Oscar-winning films, the Disney+ streaming platform, and Amazon EKS. In his free time, Justin enjoys building modern-retro computers and watching Moana. He is the co-host of the FAFO.FM podcast with Autumn Nash. In this Episode he talks to Scott about his love for…

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How to Overcome ADHD Task Paralysis: Two Shifts No One is Talking About 22:04

2M ago22:04

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How to Overcome ADHD Task Paralysis: Two Shifts No One is Talking About You know that moment when you need to start something—maybe it’s an email, a project, or just loading the dishwasher—but instead, you’re frozen? Like your brain is spinning in circles, screaming just do it, while your body refuses to cooperate? That’s ADHD task paralysis, and i…

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