Best Nutrition Deconstructed Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 37. 5 Red Flags for Disordered Eating in Clinic 46:43

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In this episode I’m unpacking five key red flags that may indicate a client is experiencing disordered eating. As naturopaths, herbalists, and holistic health practitioners, we’re often the first point of contact for people struggling with food and body concerns. But diet culture and wellness culture can make it tricky to know what’s a genuine heal…

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Season 3, Episode 16: Emerging Leaders: You Don't Need a Title to Lead 37:40

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Season 3, Episode 16: Emerging Leaders: You Don't Need a Title to Lead What truly makes someone a leader? Is it a job title, a position of authority, or something deeper? In this essential episode, your host Neo Gentrics challenges the traditional, top-down definition of leadership and introduces the powerful concept of the Emergent Leader. This is…

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Season 3, Episode 15: Essential Knowledge: The Truth About Caffeine 26:28

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a discussion of a psychoactive substance (caffeine) and its effects, including dependency and withdrawal. What is the world's most widely consumed drug, and what is it really doing to your brain, your sleep, and your health? In this essential episode, your host Neo Gentrics takes a deep and honest dive into ca…

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Ep 36. The Cacao Cacophony: Full Episode Release 38:36

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Re-released in full: my unfiltered story of breathwork gone bad, and what it says about the culture of wellness. A lot of folks told me this one really hit home, so I’m bringing it out into the world in full. Now, I adore cacao. I drink it often, and I respect its nourishing, heart-opening qualities. But this is the story of a breathwork retreat th…

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Season 3, Episode 14: Ignorance is a Problem. Are You Part of It? 22:37

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Season 3, Episode 14: Ignorance is a Problem. Are You Part of It? CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank and direct discussions on sensitive topics including racism, politics, and religion, and uses blunt language. The views expressed are intended to challenge perspectives and provoke thought. What is the most dangerous force in our society? …

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Season 3, Episode 13: Competency vs. Insanity: What's the Legal Difference? 17:57

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Season 3, Episode 13: Competency vs. Insanity: What's the Legal Difference? CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses legal concepts related to criminal acts, mental illness, and the justice system. "Not competent to stand trial." "Not guilty by reason of insanity." We hear these phrases in movies, but what do they actually mean, and are they the sam…

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Season 3, Episode 12: Who Invented? The Surprisingly Explosive History of the Traffic Light 17:22

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Season 3, Episode 12: Who Invented? The Surprisingly Explosive History of the Traffic Light We see them every day, but have you ever wondered who actually invented the traffic light? In the debut episode of the new "Who Invented?" series, your host Neo Gentrics tackles the surprisingly complex, innovative, and even explosive history of this everyda…

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Season 3, Episode 11: Understanding Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know 33:36

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Season 3, Episode 11: Understanding Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of menopause, female reproductive health, and related medical conditions. The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advi…

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Season 3, Episode 10: The Hijacked Brain: Understanding the Neuroscience of Addiction 43:15

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Season 3, Episode 10: The Hijacked Brain: Understanding the Neuroscience of Addiction CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of addiction, substance abuse, and personal loss. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662…

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Season 3, Episode 09: Fentanyl & Its Deadly Cousins: A Guide to Synthetic Opioids 23:16

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Season 3, Episode 09: Fentanyl & Its Deadly Cousins: A Guide to Synthetic Opioids CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of specific synthetic opioids, drug abuse, addiction, overdose, and death. Listener discretion is advised. What is Fentanyl, and why is it responsible for so many overdose deaths? In this crucial epi…

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Season 3, Episode 08: Oxycodone: The Dangerous Truth About a Common Painkiller 15:58

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Season 3, Episode 08: Oxycodone: The Dangerous Truth About a Common Painkiller CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of a specific prescription opioid, drug abuse, addiction, and overdose. Listener discretion is advised. What is oxycodone, and why is this commonly prescribed painkiller at the heart of the opioid crisi…

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Season 3, Episode 07: Opioids Explained: From Morphine to Fentanyl 18:24

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Food 4 Thought by Neo Gentrics Season 3, Episode 07: Opioids Explained: From Morphine to Fentanyl CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of opioids, drug abuse, addiction, and overdose. Listener discretion is advised. What are opioids, and why are they at the center of a public health crisis? In this episode, your host…

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Season 3, Episode 06: The 6 Main Categories of Drugs Explained 17:11

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Season 3, Episode 06: The 6 Main Categories of Drugs Explained CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of drugs, narcotics, substance abuse, and addiction. Listener discretion is advised. What is a narcotic, and what's the difference between an opioid and a stimulant? In the first part of a crucial new series on drug aw…

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Season 3, Episode 05: Emotional vs. Logical Thinking: Which One Rules You? 54:19

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Season 3, Episode 05: Emotional vs. Logical Thinking: Which One Rules You? CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank discussions about life-threatening illnesses like cancer, death, and personal loss. Why do some people facing life's greatest challenges radiate positivity, while others complain about daily inconveniences? In this deeply personal…

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Ep 35. The Eating Spectrum Explained | My Lived Experience as a Practitioner 48:00

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I’ve lived at every stage of the eating spectrum - from normal eating, to disordered eating, to recovery and intuitive eating. In this episode, I unpack what each stage looks like in practice, and why recognising the messy middle matters so much in naturopathy and holistic care. For practitioners and anyone curious about the overlap between wellnes…

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Season 3, Episode 04: What's Your Learning Style? (VAK, Activist, Theorist & More) 26:08

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Food 4 Thought by Neo Gentrics Season 3, Episode 04: What's Your Learning Style? (VAK, Activist, Theorist & More) Have you ever wondered why some people can learn just by listening, while others need to get their hands dirty? In this essential episode, your host Neo Gentrics continues the deep dive into learning by exploring the fascinating world o…

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Season 3, Episode 03: Behaviorist vs. Cognitive vs. Humanist: The 3 Approaches to Learning 35:40

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Season 3, Episode 03: Behaviorist vs. Cognitive vs. Humanist: The 3 Approaches to Learning How do we actually learn? Is it a reaction to our environment, a process of deep thought, or something we gain from experience? In this essential episode, your host Neo Gentrics moves beyond the basics to explore the fundamental theories behind how we acquire…

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Season 3, Episode 02: The Person with Cancer is Smiling. Why Aren't You? 19:33

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Season 3, Episode 02: The Person with Cancer is Smiling. Why Aren't You? CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank discussions about life-threatening illnesses like cancer and touches on themes of mortality. Why do some people facing life's greatest challenges radiate positivity, while others with seemingly everything complain about their daily …

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Season 3, Episode 01: You Have to Learn How to Learn 23:09

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Welcome to Season 3! In this premiere episode, your host Neo Gentrics kicks off a new series on learning by tackling a fundamental question: What is learning? This is a deep dive into the lifelong process that shapes every action we take, moving beyond simple information absorption to explore the key principles that make learning effective. Discove…

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Season 2, Episode 75: A Guide to Headaches: From Tension to Migraine to Cluster 22:20

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 75: A Guide to Headaches: From Tension to Migraine to Cluster CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of medical conditions and symptoms. The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. Is it …

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Season 2, Episode 74: The Art of Friendship: How to Make New Friends & Keep the Old 33:11

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 74: The Art of Friendship: How to Make New Friends & Keep the Old In an age of digital connections, what does true friendship really mean? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer takes a deep dive into the complex and vital topic of Friendship. This is a masterclass in one of the most impo…

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Season 2, Episode 73: A Guide to Sickle Cell Anemia, Part 2: Complications & Hope 23:27

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 73: A Guide to Sickle Cell Anemia, Part 2: Complications & Hope CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of a serious medical condition and its severe, sometimes life-threatening, complications. Listener discretion is advised. In the second and final part of th…

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Season 2, Episode 72: A Guide to Sickle Cell Anemia: Causes, Types, and Risks 28:49

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 72: A Guide to Sickle Cell Anemia: Causes, Types, and Risks CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of a serious medical condition, its genetic causes, and severe health complications. Listener discretion is advised. What is sickle cell disease, and how is it …

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Season 2, Episode 71: How to Deal with Presentation Nerves (feat. Gloria TP5) 28:56

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 71: How to Deal with Presentation Nerves (feat. Gloria TP5) Do you get butterflies in your stomach, sweaty palms, or a dry throat before a big presentation? You're not alone. In this essential episode, host Dark Cancer is joined by special guest Gloria Pickersgil (of the Grown Up Eruption…

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Season 2, Episode 70: The Real Rapunzel Was a Saint Beheaded by Her Father 18:15

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 70: The Real Rapunzel Was a Saint Beheaded by Her Father CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of historical torture, beheadings, and mature themes from the original folktales. Listener discretion is strongly advised. You know the Disney story: a princess with magica…

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Season 2, Episode 69: How to Solve a Conflict (Without Taking Sides) 21:31

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 69: How to Solve a Conflict (Without Taking Sides) How do you help two parties in a heated conflict find a resolution? In this essential episode on communication, Dark Cancer provides a masterclass on the powerful art of Mediation. This is your guide to understanding the crucial role of a…

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Season 2, Episode 68: How to Eliminate Distractions and Stop Wasting Time 30:47

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 68: How to Eliminate Distractions and Stop Wasting Time In a world designed to constantly demand your attention, how do you find the focus to get things done? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a practical, no-nonsense guide to minimizing distractions and eliminating the time…

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Season 2, Episode 67: A 6-Step Guide to Effective Negotiation 22:52

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 67: A 6-Step Guide to Effective Negotiation From international affairs to domestic relationships, negotiation is a fundamental part of how we settle differences. But how do you turn a conflict into a compromise? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer breaks down the art and science of Neg…

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Season 2, Episode 66: The 9 Levels of Delegation: From Total Control to Full Trust 15:54

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 66: The 9 Levels of Delegation: From Total Control to Full Trust Delegation is one of the most critical skills in leadership and time management, yet it's one many people struggle with. How much control should you keep? How much should you give away? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer…

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Season 2, Episode 65: The Eisenhower Matrix: Mastering Urgent vs. Important Tasks 27:09

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 65: The Eisenhower Matrix: Mastering Urgent vs. Important Tasks Do you ever feel like you're constantly rushing from task to task but never getting anything truly important done? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer tackles one of the most critical life skills: Time Management. This is …

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Season 2, Episode 64: 7 Top Tips for Personal Development 16:43

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 64: 7 Top Tips for Personal Development It’s one thing to want to improve your life, but where do you actually start? In the final part of this three-part series, Dark Cancer provides a clear and practical guide with 7 Top Tips for Personal Development. This episode is your roadmap to mov…

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Season 2, Episode 63: Why Your Degree Isn't Enough: The Power of Soft Skills 22:34

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 63: Why Your Degree Isn't Enough: The Power of Soft Skills Why do employers constantly complain that new graduates lack "soft skills"? And what are they, anyway? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a masterclass on the desirable qualities and transferable skills that give you …

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Season 2, Episode 62: 3 Practical Steps to Supercharge Your Personal Development 15:00

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 62: 3 Practical Steps to Supercharge Your Personal Development After understanding why personal development is so important, how do you actually do it? In the second part of this three-part series, Dark Cancer provides a simple but powerful guide to the practical steps of personal develop…

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Season 2, Episode 61: The First Step to Self-Actualization: What is Personal Development? 11:00

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 61: The First Step to Self-Actualization: What is Personal Development? What does it mean to grow as a person, and how can you actively manage that process? In the first part of a new three-part series, Dark Cancer provides a foundational guide to one of the most important lifelong journe…

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Season 2, Episode 60: Surviving the "Terrible Twos": A Guide to Toddlers 12:06

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 60: Surviving the "Terrible Twos": A Guide to Toddlers After babyhood comes one of the most delightful and challenging stages of development: the toddler years. In this episode of the Essential Skills series, Dark Cancer provides a compassionate and practical introduction to parenting tod…

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Season 2, Episode 59: The Dark Truth of Snow White: Poison, Politics, and Child Labor 22:06

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 59: The Dark Truth of Snow White: Poison, Politics, and Child Labor CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of historical child labor, abuse, and political assassination. Listener discretion is advised. You know the Disney story: the fairest of them all, an evil queen with a m…

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Season 2, Episode 58: Dark Truths: The Disturbing Original Story of Little Red Riding Hood 23:14

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 58: Dark Truths: The Disturbing Original Story of Little Red Riding Hood CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of cannibalism, pedophilia, and violence that are part of the original 17th-century fairy tale. This content is disturbing and is not suitable for all liste…

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Season 2, Episode 57: The Dark Truth of Pinocchio: Murder, Lies, and a Hanging 12:25

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 57: The Dark Truth of Pinocchio: Murder, Lies, and a Hanging CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of violence and dark themes from the original 19th-century fairy tale. Listener discretion is advised. You know the Disney story: a wooden puppet who wants to be a real boy, a …

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Season 2, Episode 56: Dark Truths: The Disturbing Original Story of Sleeping Beauty 23:31

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 56: Dark Truths: The Disturbing Original Story of Sleeping Beauty CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual assault, cannibalism, and violence that are part of the original 17th-century fairy tale. This content is disturbing and is not suitable for all listener…

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Season 2, Episode 55: Leadership is a Mindset, Not a Position 13:55

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 55: Leadership is a Mindset, Not a Position What truly makes someone a leader? Is it a title, a position of authority, or something more profound? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer challenges the traditional definition of a leader and provides a modern, more inclusive vision. This is…

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Season 2, Episode 54: How to Ace Your Next Telephone Interview 14:04

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 54: How to Ace Your Next Telephone Interview In the modern job market, your first interview is increasingly likely to be over the phone. How do you make a great impression when the interviewer can't see you? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a complete guide to mastering the…

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Season 2, Episode 53: How to Ace Your Next Job Interview 17:41

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 53: How to Ace Your Next Job Interview Congratulations, you've landed the interview! Now what? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a comprehensive guide to mastering the job interview, a crucial communication skill that can make or break your career. This is your masterclass i…

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Season 2, Episode 52: 10 Simple Rules for Improving Your Communication 16:52

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 52: 10 Simple Rules for Improving Your Communication Effective communication is the most fundamental skill for success in every aspect of life, from our careers to our personal relationships. In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a practical, step-by-step guide to improving your…

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Season 2, Episode 51: A Guide to Suicide Prevention, Part 2: Finding Hope and Treatment 20:41

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 51: A Guide to Suicide Prevention, Part 2: Finding Hope and Treatment CONTENT WARNING & VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of suicide, mental illness, and medical treatments that may be difficult and emotionally triggering for some listeners. If…

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Season 2, Episode 50: Suicide Prevention: Recognizing the Warning Signs 21:30

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 50: Suicide Prevention: Recognizing the Warning Signs CONTENT WARNING & VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of suicide, its causes, and statistics that may be difficult and emotionally triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know is …

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Season 2, Episode 49: The Art of Feedback: How to Give It and How to Take It 14:35

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 49: The Art of Feedback: How to Give It and How to Take It Feedback is one of the most powerful tools for growth, but it's also one of the hardest conversations to have. In this essential episode on communication, Dark Cancer provides a masterclass on the art of giving and receiving feedb…

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Season 2, Episode 48: How to Overcome Common Communication Barriers 15:30

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 48: How to Overcome Common Communication Barriers Have you ever felt like your message just isn't getting through? In this essential episode on communication, Dark Cancer explores the common barriers to effective communication—the obstacles that can distort your message and lead to confus…

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Season 2, Episode 47: The 8 Rules of Complaining Effectively 17:23

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 47: The 8 Rules of Complaining Effectively Have you ever ended up shouting in frustration on a customer service call? In this essential episode, Dark Cancer provides a masterclass in the art of complaining effectively. This isn't about being a "Karen"; it's about being assertive and strat…

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Season 2, Episode 46: The Final Options: Sterilization, Vasectomies, and The Pull-Out Method 34:49

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 46: The Final Options: Sterilization, Vasectomies, and The Pull-Out Method CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of contraception, sexual health, permanent sterilization procedures, and anatomy. Listener discretion is advised. In the final installment of the…

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Season 2, Episode 45: Barrier Methods Explained: Condoms, Diaphragms, and Sponges 39:52

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Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 45: Barrier Methods Explained: Condoms, Diaphragms, and Sponges CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of contraception, sexual health, and anatomy. Listener discretion is advised. Continuing the deep dive into contraception, this fourth part of the series ex…