Best Jonathan Fields / Acast Podcasts (2025)

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How Being Highly Sensitive Can Be Your Superpower | Elaine Aron, PhD [Best of] 1:08:01

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Psychologist Dr Elaine Aron sits down with Jonathan Fields to unpack the traits of the Highly Sensitive Person and show how this wiring can become your greatest strength in family life. Get science-backed strategies straight from her book “The Highly Sensitive Parent: Be Brilliant in Your Role, Even When the World Overwhelms You” and start turning …

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Coach Scott Fields! ("The Coach Scott Fields Show"-A "Sherpa Select") 48:53

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Without a doubt, one of the most motivating interviews I've ever done. And I don't even play basketball. (I always get confused when they tell me to dribble. It's not pretty...) Coach Scott is still pretty busy these days,too! Check this interview out! _________________________________________________________________________________________________…

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It’s Never Too Late to Let the Real You Shine. A Love Story. | Sherri Dindal 52:56

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What happens when a former investigator who spent 26 years keeping her true self hidden decides at age 50 to let it all out on social media? Meet Sherri Dindal, who transformed from living life behind a mask to becoming The Real Slim Sherri, amassing 5.7 million followers by showing up with raw authenticity, humor and hard-won wisdom that's inspiri…

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Murder Tourism, with Author johnny trevisani! 27:15

22h ago27:15

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Pardon the pun, but we go a bit off the beaten true crime path with this episode. But it's just as heavily researched as much as the other books that have been featured on here, I promise! Imagine, sorting through so many murder cases to decide which locations would ultimately be in a book, along with fascinating information. johnny (intentional lo…

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The Agility Architect: Your Life as an Evolving Design | Summer Series 1:03:09

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What if your life isn’t a fixed plan, but a living, evolving blueprint? In the final episode of our 4-part Inner Architect summer series, you’ll discover five practical, science-backed strategies to adapt with clarity, turn setbacks into growth, and build a life that keeps pace with who you're becoming. If you're craving more meaning, momentum, and…

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Sherpa Selects: The Return of Odd Tonic! 59:16

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A rebroadcast of a 2020 Halloween show in August of 2025? Are you mad, Sherpa? Honestly, if you need a response to that? It's pretty much Halloween most of the year for Jennifer and Maxwell, anyway. And while "Odd Tonic" is no more, please check out Jennifer's spooky pod, "I Talk To Ghosts" __________________________________________________________…

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The Surprising Upside of Regret | Dan Pink 1:07:54

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What if regret isn’t something to avoid, but a powerful tool for living a better life? In this conversation, Daniel Pink shares surprising insights from his book The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, revealing how our regrets can help us make wiser decisions, build deeper connections, and live more intentionally. If you've eve…

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Financial Planner/ Author Shannon Ryan ("Your Money Has Feelings")! 31:12

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Money! I'll bet you never really thought about how your emotions were tied to your finances, and in more ways than you imagine. Shannon is a long-time advocate for financial literacy, who explores the relationship with your money and emotions in her book, "Your Money Has Feelings". You can get past all of the emotional baggage to buy more baggage (…

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Foundation & Flow: Designing Your Days for Peak Living | Summer Series 57:39

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Struggling to turn your dreams into reality? In this 3rd episode of our summer series, discover the secrets to effortless change and peak living. You'll learn practical strategies to master your habits, design your environment for success, and unlock a state of flow to experience more joy and fulfillment daily. Episode Transcript If you LOVED this …

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Sherpa Selects: SSR-Comedian/Writer Bruce Villanch! 55:29

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A few months ago (early 2025), Bruce released a book titled "It Seemed Like A Bad Idea at the Time", chronicling some of the craziest projects he's worked on. Which, I assure you, is just as funny, if not way more, than the interview here, from 2020. Definitely, one of my favorites...SO much laughing on this one! ___________________________________…

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A Balm for Anxious Times: The Power of Spoken Word | Sarah Kay 59:58

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Unlock the transformative power of poetry to dissolve your isolation and unveil universal human truths. Sarah Kay, author of A Little Daylight Left: Poems, shares her lifelong journey of using metaphor and imagery to illuminate life's most visceral experiences - from violence and heartbreak to aging and mortality. Discover how poetry can crack you …

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True Crime Screening Room: Author Jonathan Dyer! (Featuring Book Contest) 30:50

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Definitely a change of pace, as far as true crime episodes are concerned! Jonathan has lived an interesting life and has brought some truly fascinating and thrilling works to the reading public. Apologies for me sounding like I got electrocuted during the interview. (I didn't...it was after the interview.) But this story of Greg Scarpa is the stuff…

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The Future Self Project: Envisioning Your Next Chapter | Summer Series 53:18

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Feel stuck wondering if this is all there is? In part 2 of our Summer Series, transform that uncertainty into clarity as we explore science-backed tools to create a compelling vision of your future self. Learn practical exercises that harness your brain's natural visualization powers to move from simply dreaming about change to actively creating th…

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Sherpa Selects: SSR-Stacey Toy ("30 Acres of Hell")! 35:05

21d ago35:05

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These days, Stacey has been involved in lots of entrepreneurial work, and some fan sites, some even involving Cedric the Entertainer. (Hey Cedric, I watch your show, why don't you come on mine? Is it that "lack of talent image" I project? Um, fair enough.....) _________________________________________________________________________________________…

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Andrea Gibson on Searing Honesty, Pure Love & Surrender to Awe 1:08:25

21d ago1:08:25

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In this heartfelt conversation from 2020, celebrated poet Andrea Gibson shares intimate wisdom on creativity, identity, and embracing life fully, including soul-stirring performances of their cherished poems. Gibson, whose memorable works include "You Better Be Lightning," brings gentle wisdom and profound insight to this meaningful discussion, now…

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Podcasts that are shorter than this Episode Title! 9:30

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Here are the titles of the podcasts featured in this week's "Sherpa Samples" Science Quickly Detective Dexter My Unsung Hero Nutrition Diva Ramsey Everyday Millionaire if You're Listening r/Slash Nature Podcast Song Exploder Arnold's Pump Club Catch "Sherpa Selects" on Saturdays. It's the episodes you tried to avoid the first time around! More than…

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Mid-Year Reset: Taking Stock, Realigning, and Reclaiming Your Year | Summer Series 45:11

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Ready to hit the reset button? In this powerful episode, Jonathan guides you through a transformative mid-year reset process. Discover how to reflect with self-compassion, practice emotional agility, align with your core values, and intentionally design the second half of 2025 for more purpose, joy, and authenticity. Episode Transcript If you LOVED…

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Sherpa Selects: Kat Lively ("Calling Old Hollywood") 32:47

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"Calling Old Hollywood" called it quits in 2024, but there are a lot of fascinating back stories to be heard on this one. And the back stories on Kat, too!! __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Ok, Rebels, you heard the story right- Kat jammed with Green D…

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The 4 Chemicals That Secretly Run Your Life (and How to Rebalance Them) | Tj Power 1:04:50

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What if your phone is actually training your brain to feel less motivated, less connected, and more stressed? In this fascinating conversation, neuroscientist TJ Power, author of The DOSE Effect: An Inspiring Self-Healing Guide About the Mind-Body-Hormonal Connection, reveals how four key brain chemicals shape our experience of life, and shares sur…

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Comic Jeff Dwoskin of "The Jeff Dwoskin Show" (A Sherpa Select) 43:16

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You can still hear new episodes of "The Jeff Dwoskin Show",by the way. So have a listen to an earlier chat that I got to have with "Michigan's Favorite Son*" (*Not officially verified).! Welcome to 3 days of comedy related podcasts! And this was a SML (so much laughing) week for your Sherpa. But once you hear these interviews, I'm guessing you'll c…

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Reclaim Your Free Time: Simple Strategies to Take Back Your Life | Jenny Blake 1:24:10

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What if working less could actually make you more effective? In this perspective-shifting conversation, Jenny Blake (author of Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business) reveals how she runs multiple successful companies working just 20 hours a week, and shares her revolutionary three-part framework for creating more space and choice in your…

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Sherpa Selects: SSR-Lisa Bagby! (Warning-Adult Themes) 58:26

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The last few years, Lisa has been acting in a few horror films. But I wonder if anything was ax scary as the story that you'll hear from this interview, from a few years ago? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ You know it's serious stuff when…

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Finding Joy in a Life You Never Saw Coming | Jessica Slice 57:57

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From high-flying real estate mogul to proud disabled mother, Jessica Slice's transformative journey will shake you awake to your own yearnings. In this candid conversation, the Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World author exposes medicine's dehumanizing biases and reveals how honoring our shared fragility unlocks profound…

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"The DJ Sessions"-Listen To This, with Special Guest, Darran Bruce! 50:43

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Love Electronic Dance Music? We're featuring an episode from "The DJ Sessions" with an interview with Dr. Fresch, from 2023. Plus, we're spending a little time with host Darran Bruce, chatting about his podcast, with a closer look at this music. I also got to be interviewed on his show ( https://www.thedjsessions.com/Jim07125) . I know...you're thi…

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3 Surprising Ways to Make Peace With Your Anxious Mind | Spotlight Convo 1:12:59

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Three leading experts reveal how to transform anxiety from an enemy into an unexpected ally. Dr. Jud Brewer shares neuroscience-backed techniques to break free from worry loops, Dr. Wendy Suzuki (author of Good Anxiety) shows how anxiety can fuel creativity and resilience, and Emiliya Zhivotovskaya introduces her groundbreaking Mind Over Chatter fr…

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Sherpa Selects:Podcaster Brandy Singleton ("A Voice to be Reckoned With")! 30:10

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Brandy is ABSOLUTELY one of my favorite people in Podcastia! She still gets a kick out of the fact that I had her doing cartoon voices. But if you love hearing people speak with authentic passion, look for her on social media. You'll be glad you did! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________…

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Ever Have One of Those Moments That Changes Everything? | Tara Roberts 1:03:59

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Unlock the hidden depths within on a profound journey of ancestral healing. In this powerful conversation, National Geographic Explorer Tara Roberts shares her extraordinary odyssey sparked by a single photograph, leading her to confront shadowed histories and reclaim her place in an interconnected world. Tara's breathtaking memoir, Written in the …

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True Crime Screening Room: Profiler/Author Phil Chalmers("Speaking Truth To Evil")! 31:24

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I think that this episode fits the "trifecta of true crime guests", if there ever was one. Phil is a profiler, podcast host, and author. He shared a lot of information, but there's way more to be found, by checking out his book (link below). So, check out some serial killer myths as they are exploded, and later, The Sherpa talks social media, and c…

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How to Embrace the 'In-Between' Space After Shedding an Old Identity | Laura Gassner Otting 28:10

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Have you ever felt like the very identity that defined you was becoming a straightjacket? That the career path, role, or persona you'd so carefully crafted suddenly felt constraining rather than purposeful? If so, you've likely experienced the disorienting - yet potentially catalyzing - transition I'm exploring with my guest today. I’m joined by La…

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Did You Know Being Humble Can Be a Bad Thing? | Joe Hudson 1:08:42

2M ago1:08:42

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Have you felt trapped by self-doubt, negative inner voices, or constant self-improvement? Explore a radically different approach to personal growth with Joe Hudson, Executive Coach & Cofounder of The Art of Accomplishment. Discover powerful practices for embracing all emotions without resistance, holding goals lightly for life's surprising solution…

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Sherpa Selects: John Maye ("The Binge-Watchers Podcast")! 41:52

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Great news! You can still catch new episodes of "The Binge-Watchers Podcast". John is still cranking out episodes and offering his perspective on today's popular movies, among other things. Definitely worth the listen!! __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…

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Could This Ancient Mantra Open a Portal to Pure Joy? | Susan Piver 52:18

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Unlock profound joy through the paradoxical wisdom of the Heart Sutra, one of Buddhism's most revered ancient texts. Join bestselling author Susan Piver as she shares over 30 years of insight into this enigmatic scripture's teachings on emptiness, impermanence, and the art of letting go - revealed through her powerful encounters like a 95-year-old …

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Singer/Songwriter Kyndle Wylde! 29:13

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Almost halfway through the season, and while I've been very happy with the guests that have been on so far, this episode is a real favorite. Kyndle was so much fun to talk with, and she has a really interesting story to tell, too! I'm sure her upcoming release will make a lot of people sit up and take notice of her immense talent. (And if they are …

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How to Prioritize Fun and Still Get Brilliant Work Done | Bree Groff 1:03:07

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Have you ever found yourself dreading Monday, counting down the hours until Friday? And wondering, when did work get so devoid of joy and fun? When did we start sacrificing playfulness and authentic connection at the altar of professionalism? And is that really giving anyone, including your employer, what they want and need? Today, we're cracking o…

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How to Change Your Habits For Life | Katy Milkman 1:02:22

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Ever struggled to turn your goals into lasting habits? Unlock the secrets of behavior change with Katy Milkman, award-winning author of How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. In this insightful discussion, Katy reveals counterintuitive strategies - from leveraging flexibility to temptation bundling - to ov…

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Sherpa Selects: SSR-Horror Director/Cinematographer Colin Bressler! 35:15

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Horror Fans! It's a throwback interview with horror director Colin Bressler. You can catch some of his spooooooooky stuff online or on streaming networks! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Day 2! I've gotta hand it to a guy like Co…

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This Might Be the Missing Link to a Good Life | Shigehiro Oishi 1:04:08

2M ago1:04:08

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Discover the secret to living a truly rich and fulfilling life beyond happiness and meaning. Renowned psychologist Shigehiro Oishi shatters conventional wisdom, revealing the path to a psychologically enriching existence through novel experiences, diverse emotions, and perspective-shifting insights. Embrace adventure, unlock new dimensions of vital…

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We get to (clean!) grill Jeff Krentzman ("Mind Your Pucking Business")! 24:28

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I guess I really didn't know as much about grill cleaning as I thought, until speaking to Jeffrey. I guess it's time to throw out that yak carcass that I left on the rotisserie. (I'd call his company, but I don't know if I'll get charged for the vultures flying around it. How embarrassing...) But his story isn't exactly what I expected it to be, wh…

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How to Cultivate Sustainable Ambition in Life and Work | Kathy Oneto 23:02

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Have you ever felt like your ambition was unsustainable? That drive to achieve and succeed was slowly draining you, leaving you unfulfilled despite your accomplishments? What if there was a way to align your ambitions with your deepest motivations and capacity for a lifetime of thriving? Today, we're turning our attention to the concept of sustaina…

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Groundbreaking Science on Bone Health (Your Genes Are Not Your Fate) | Belinda Beck 1:12:48

2M ago1:12:48

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Defy gravity and rebuild your bones at any age with Dr. Belinda Beck's pioneering high-intensity resistance training protocols. In this groundbreaking conversation, the Professor of Exercise Science shatters myths around weightlifting for women and reveals how targeted loading can stimulate new bone growth - even for those with osteopenia or osteop…

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Sherpa Selects: SSR- Voiceover Actor Roy Worley! 33:06

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There have been a few interviews that I've done with voiceover actors, and I always find them so interesting, because of the unique part they play in the entertainment field. This was a great chat, with a really nice guest, from 2020! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________…

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Six Eye-opening Ways to Feel More Alive, and Less Alone 48:05

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Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery with Jonathan Fields' soul-stirring spoken word essays from his Awake at the Wheel Substack. Dismantle limiting beliefs, reignite your passion, and unlock the courage to embrace life's uncertainties as you immerse yourself in his fearless exploration of what it means to live authentically. Each captiva…

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True Crime Screening Room: Author Daniel Zimmerman ("Chasson's Run") 34:39

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The first thing I had to ask Daniel before our interview was how to pronounce the escapee's name. "Just think 'Chasin' ", was his reply. This was a fascinating interview for me. Daniel has led quite the interesting life, as you will hear. Even with his connection to the events he writes about, he really brings such a unique perspective. This is one…

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How to Burn Bright Without Burning Out | Daisy Auger-Domínguez 38:35

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Ever felt the crushing weight of burnout slowly snuffing out your spark? That bone-deep exhaustion that leaves you questioning if this is really the path for you? Imagine a world where you can thrive without feeling endlessly drained, where purpose and joy intertwine in beautiful harmony. Today, we're embarking on a profound exploration of burnout …

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Why You Keep Reacting Badly (Even When You Know Better) | Shankari 57:51

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Feel an inner battle raging within yourself? Unlock the secrets of Internal Family Systems (IFS) - a powerful therapeutic approach that empowers you to befriend even your most challenging inner "parts." Guided by master IFS practitioner Shankari, discover profound practices rooted in neuroscience to rewrite limiting beliefs, reclaim your wholeness,…

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Sherpa Selects: SSR-Director Lana Read! 32:27

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Five years later, and Lana is still cranking out movies! Make sure you check out her IMDB, and your streaming services to find them. This chat was back in 2020, and was a fun one! _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Soooo much laughing! That'…

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Peace Hyde: Redefining African Storytelling Through Purpose and Power 1:01:59

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In this episode of the Change Africa Podcast, host Isaac Aboah sits down with Peace Hyde, award-winning creator, executive producer, and one of the leading voices in African media, for a powerful conversation on creative risk, storytelling, and the future of African cinema. Peace traces her inspiring journey from being a high school science teacher…

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What if We’ve Been Missing One of the Biggest Causes of Disease? | Benjamin Bikman 1:24:22

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Unlock the secrets to reversing insulin resistance - the hidden driver of many chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Benjamin Bikman, biomedical scientist and author of Why We Get Sick, reveals surprising truths about carbs, fats, protein, stress, and lack of sleep that can help you reclaim y…

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The Sherpa Screening Room: Talent Agent Dr. Albert Bramante! 31:50

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Thanks so much to Dr. Bramante for this interview! You can follow him on social media for more pointers or buy his book (see below), but I think this interview really lays groundwork for aspiring actors...or even folks venturing out into a new career, don't you think? (Don't worry, I'll just bill your insurance for the favor,,,) Follow Dr. Bramante…

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How to Playfully "Date" Potential Careers and Callings | Charlie Gilkey 33:37

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Have you ever felt stuck pursuing a path that didn't truly resonate with you? A career, creative endeavor or major life change that you committed to fully, told the world it’s what you were doing, and who you were now…only to realize it wasn't what you really wanted? Today, we're going to explore a more forgiving approach - one that allows you to e…