Best Oliver Butler Podcasts (2025)

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Thanksgiving Special | Holiday Hot Takes, Christmas Movies, and Artificial Trees 28:26

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Jack covers post-Christmas news and internet chaos, including holiday headlines, Netflix–Warner Bros. rumors, and winter travel meltdowns. He weighs in on Christmas food, movies, trees, present “rules,” and when decorations officially need to come down. The episode also features Christmas trivia, a finish-the-christmas song-lyric game, the launch o…

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Why You Keep Falling Off Track—and the Tools That Help You Start Again with Katy Milkman 56:45

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at⁠ oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm⁠ Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this episode, Katy Milkman explains wh…

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Why Willpower Isn’t Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg 55:59

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this episode, Dr. BJ Fogg, explains why wi…

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Chiefs Are Done, The Wise Men, and Fun with Alexa 20:56

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This week, we cover worldwide news, including Australia’s social media ban for kids, Patrick Mahomes’ injury and the Chiefs’ playoff exit, the true timing of the wise men visiting Jesus, and changing the name of football. We also made the first announcement about the upcoming film The Liberty Pen, plus a fun time with Alexa, and much more. Like, su…

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Why Anxiety is a Habit - and How Curiosity Helps Break the Loop with Dr. Jud Brewer 1:12:27

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In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer explains why anxiety is a habit and how curiosity breaks that habit loop. He explores the difference between the feeling of anxiety and the mental habit of worry, and why curiosity and self-compassion are essential for real change. Drawing from his clinical work and research on digital therapeutics and AI-supported t…

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Listen Now: Decoding Women’s Health with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor 52:52

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Here’s a preview of a new show from our friends at Pushkin Industries and the Atira Health and Research Institute. On Decoding Women’s Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor makes the science of women’s health accessible—from hormones to metabolism to longevity—so you can thrive at any stage of life. A world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvi…

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Designing a Life That Supports You: Presence, Beauty, and the Power of Environment with Nate Berkus 1:00:10

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In this episode, Nate Berkus explores what it really means to design a life that supports you—not through perfection, but through presence, beauty, and the power of environment. Drawing from decades of work and his own personal journey, Nate reflects on how our surroundings quietly shape our habits, emotions, and sense of self. He shares how moving…

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YouTube Wrapped Shame, Hegseth's Scandal Bingo, and My Immigration Test Meltdown 19:55

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Watch Jack attempt Christmas decorating, dive into NFL playoff drama, and NBA injury carnage. Plus, political scandals, Trump’s Air Force One lavatory saga, and YouTube Wrapped shame all make an appearance. Also, Jack takes the U.S. Immigration Test live—completely unprepared—and struggles through questions about government, civics, and more. Sport…

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When Your Brain Won’t Fit the World: Finding Your Creative Path with ADHD with Andy J. Pizza 1:02:11

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In this episode, Andy J. Pizza joins Eric Zimmer for When Your Brain Won’t Fit the World: Finding Your Creative Path with ADHD, a conversation about creativity, identity, and what happens when you stop treating yourself as a problem to fix. Andy shares how discovering ADHD helped him reframe years of self-doubt, better understand his parents, and b…

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The Price of Wanting: How Desire Shapes Happiness, Fulfillment, and Who We Become with Eric Jorgenson 1:01:15

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In this episode, Eric Jorgensen discusses the price of wanting and how desire shapes happiness, fulfillment, and who we become. He explores the power of useful beliefs, agency, and a growth mindset. Eric also delves into authenticity versus attachment, the role of judgment, managing desires, and the influence of environment on habits. Drawing on th…

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From Family Secrets to Self-Discovery: How Understanding Our Past Heals Us with Carmen Rita Wong 1:06:24

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In this episode, Carmen Rita Wong shares her journey from learning family secrets to self-discovery and how understanding our past heals us. She delves into forgiveness, personal responsibility, and the impact of upbringing, as well as practical strategies for self-examination and habit change. Carmen shares how therapy, compassion, and embracing h…

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You Become What You Practice: What It Takes to Heal Individually and Collectively with Prentis Hemphill 1:03:46

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In this episode, Prentis Hemphill discusses how you become what you practice and what it takes to heal individually and collectively. Prentis explains how healing as an ongoing practice, the importance of embodiment, and the intersection of personal transformation and activism. Prentis also shares insights from their work in healing justice and the…

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Thanksgiving Special | Pumpkin Spice on Trial, Nobody Showed Up, and Ham Beats Turkey 15:10

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The day after Thanksgiving, pumpkin spice goes on trial, the guest chair stays empty, and ham officially beats turkey. Plus a fast holiday food showdown and the debut of The Verdict. Check out this week's sponsor: The Right Take with Ethan Clark - open.spotify.com/show/30Wn75iIiuajkqrOiabt2N Like, subscribe, help us hit 500 subs, and tell ALL of yo…

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Embracing Uncertainty: The Key to True Intimacy and Connection in a Chaotic World with Prince EA 57:24

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In this episode, Prince EA discusses the importance of embracing uncertainty as he delves into the key to true intimacy and connection in a chaotic world. He explores what it means to be truly present, mindful, living consciously, and how daily choices shape our lives. Prince EA shares his personal experiences with depression and healing through sp…

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How to Live Gratefully When Life Isn’t Going Your Way with Kristi Nelson 54:42

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In this episode, Kristi Nelson discusses how to live gratefully when life isn’t going your way. She explores how to learn to cultivate unconditional gratitude – appreciating life itself, even amidst difficulty, aging, or illness. Kristi shares insights from her cancer journey, explores the difference between circumstantial gratitude and deeper grat…

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The Three Levers of Change: How to Shift Your Mindset, Motivation, and Methods for Success with Jim Kwik 57:54

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In this episode, Jim Kwik explores the three levers of change and how to shift your mindset, motivation, and methods for success. Jim shares his journey overcoming a childhood brain injury and how he discovered practical methods to drive change. He also introduces his “brain animal” framework for understanding how we learn and discusses the importa…

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How To Let Go of Self-Doubt and Transform Your Life with Elena Brower 51:08

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In this episode, Elena Brower explores how to let go of self-doubt to transform your life. She shares her journey to sobriety, the power of self-compassion, and the importance of apology and inner safety. Elena discusses how Zen practice and guiding principles can foster healing, freedom, and deeper connection to oneself and others, offering listen…

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Five Years Forward & Back | Reviewing My Predictions and Forecasting New Ones 43:32

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Five years ago, on the Will Atwood Show, my cohosts and I predicted what would happen in the next five years, and now I'm going to react to our forecasts. On top of that, I make my own new predictions for the next five years. I cover the major forces shaping our world: advances in AI content generation and personal spy tech; the next phase of space…

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Rethinking How We Work and Live: Why Freedom Is a System, Not a Feeling with Jenny Blake 1:01:09

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In this episode, Jenny Blake explores how we can begin rethinking how we work and live, and why freedom is a system, not a feeling. She talks about what happens when our desire for control masquerades as safety, how the wrong metrics keep us stuck, and why real freedom comes from building systems that create space instead of pressure. Jenny also di…

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RULE CHANGES - NEW REGULATIONS | How New FinCEN Reporting Affects Your Real Estate Business 35:02

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There's a crackdown on money laundering via real estate transactions. FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) is making new reporting requirements that affect real estate investors across the country, including here in Indianapolis and all of Indiana. FinCEN intention is to prevent illicit actors from using legal entities and trusts to anonym…

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Navigating Modern Challenges: Practical Spirituality and the Quest for Joy with Shabnam Mogharabi 1:04:44

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In this episode, Shabnam Mogharabi discuss navigating modern challenges and explore practical spirituality and the quest for joy. Shabnam shares insights from positive psychology, the importance of community, and strategies for embedding well-being into workplace culture. The conversation highlights embracing imperfection, reframing adversity, and …

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Oliver Butler | The Absurd World of Gen Alpha Slang 24:17

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In this episode, we take a hard look at the utterly meaningless world of Gen Alpha slang. From “Riz” to “Skibidi,” “67,” “41,” and “sigma,” we explore how these words are thrown around with little to no real meaning. Join us as we unpack the absurdity, confusion, and emptiness behind the latest trends in the youngest generation’s language. Head to …

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How to Turn Life's Pain into a Path of Meaning and Joy with Danielle LaPorte 41:47

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In this episode, Danielle LaPorte discusses how to turn life's pain into a path of meaning and joy. She explores spirituality, conscious choice, and emotional honesty. Danielle also delves into the importance of embracing both pain and joy, reframing obligations as choices, and avoiding “spiritual bypassing”—, which is the tendency to rush to posit…

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How We Can Improve Communication in Polarized Times with Charles Duhigg 51:47

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In this episode, Charles Duhigg explains how we can improve communication in polarized times. He explores how to foster active listening, social reciprocity, and techniques like “looping for understanding.” The conversation covers different types of conversations, the importance of focusing on common ground, and strategies for building and changing…

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From Avoidance to Acceptance: A New Way to Live with Anxiety with Kelly Wilson 50:07

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In this episode, Kelly Wilson explains how to move from avoidance to acceptance: a new way to live with anxiety. He delves into how our vulnerabilities show us what matters to us, and that the goal isn’t to win a war inside. It’s to keep coming back to the next honest action that moves you towards what matters. That is at the core of acceptance and…

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Pastor Jason Gaddis | Answering the Call and Staying the Course 36:46

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In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Jason Gaddis, senior pastor of Southwest Baptist Church and president of Heartland Baptist Bible College. From his early days in Kentucky to leading one of the most influential churches and Bible colleges in the region, Pastor Gaddis shares his journey of faith, calling, and ministry. With reflections on ment…

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Beyond the Buzzwords: How to Talk About Mental Health Without Losing Its Meaning with Joe Nucci 1:04:22

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In this episode, Joe Nucci explores what it means to go beyond the buzzwords and how to talk about mental health without losing its meaning. He explains how mental health language has become less useful as it’s gained popularity, and how clinical terms meant for specific purposes have drifted into everyday speech until they describe everything, and…

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Alex Kendrick | Faith Movies That Transform Lives 52:35

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In this inspiring episode, filmmaker Alex Kendrick shares the remarkable journey of how he and his brothers transitioned from backyard camcorder adventures to creating faith-based films that have touched millions. From the humble beginnings of Flywheel to the global impact of The Forge, Alex discusses the challenges, lessons, and divine guidance th…

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Are Your Desires Really Yours? How to Recognize and Reclaim What You Truly Want with Luke Burgis 53:57

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In this episode, Luke Burgis explores the question, “Are your desires really yours?” and how to recognize and reclaim what you truly want. He discusses how to tell the difference between “thin desires (fleeting, imitated wants) and “thick desires” (the deeper longings that bring lasting fulfillment), and why discerning between the two can change th…

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The Nonlinear Path to Healing: Finding Wholeness After Trauma with Daria Burke 1:01:11

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In this episode, Daria Burke discusses the non-linear path to healing and how to find wholeness after trauma. She shares her experiences growing up in Detroit with parents struggling with addiction, the impact of adversity, and her path toward self-discovery and integration. Daria also explores the complexities of healing, the importance of embraci…

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Yes, Thank You: Practicing Non-Resistance with Pete Holmes 1:07:45

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In this episode, Pete Holmes explains his practice of saying “Yes, Thank You” and how he practices non-resistance, a way of letting life be what it is instead of fighting it. Pete is well known from his long running podcast, You Made It Weird, and his book Comedy, Sex, God. Both mix humor with deep spiritual reflection, and this conversation explor…

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Dr. Jerry Whitlow | How the Gospel Is Changing Lives Behind Bars 28:55

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This Friday, Bro. Jerry Whitlow, the Western U.S. Coordinator for Rock of Ages Ministries, shares his powerful journey from 21 years of pastoring in Virginia to preaching the Gospel inside California’s prisons. Hear how God used his family’s trials—including his wife’s miraculous recovery from cancer—to direct him into full-time prison ministry. Di…

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Choosing Love Over Fear: Finding Joy, Confidence, and Self-Trust with Emma Gannon 1:12:08

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In this episode, Emma Gannon explores the idea of choosing love over fear and how to find joy, confidence, and self-trust. She talks about her new novel, “Table for One” that includes themes of the inner battle between positive and negative thoughts, the healing power of love, and the importance of choosing joy. Emma shares how writing fiction is t…

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Finding Your True Self in a Distracted World with Jan Lundy 1:12:09

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In this episode, Janice Lundy discusses finding your true self in a distracted world, which is that part of you that isn’t weighed down by fear, busyness, or the endless demands of modern life. She calls this place “my deepest me” – the inner space that already knows we’re whole, even when everything around us insists otherwise. Jan explores what i…

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Ethan Clark | The Tragic Death and Lasting Legacy of Charlie Kirk 36:43

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In this episode, I sit down with Ethan Clark, host of The Right Take, to delve into the life, death, and enduring influence of Charlie Kirk—a central figure in American conservatism and the co-founder of Turning Point USA. Following his tragic assassination in September 2025, we discuss the profound reactions from all over the nation, the rapid exp…

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The Power of Awareness: Lessons from the 100 Best Books for Work and Life with Todd Sattersten 1:06:06

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In this episode, Todd Sattersten explores the art of awareness with lessons from his new book “The 100 Best Books for Work and Life. He delves into how we can reshape the way we live, work, and become who we’re meant to be. Todd also discusses how mindfulness, Zen practice, and self-awareness can help manage emotions and navigate life’s challenges.…

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Trusting Yourself: The Key to Navigating Relationships and Personal Growth with Mark Groves 1:04:56

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In this episode, Mark Groves discusses the importance of trusting yourself and the key to navigating relationships and personal growth. Mark shares insights from his own journey, including leaving a secure career, embracing sobriety, and navigating relationship endings with integrity. He also delves into the importance of choosing self-alignment ov…

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Pastor Jason Atwood | A Look at Over 20 years of Pastoring and Leadership 40:44

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Pastor Jason Atwood joins the show to discuss his surprising path from studying mechanical engineering at Texas A&M to becoming a pastor. He shares how a spiritual "unrest" led him to leave his original plan and pursue ministry, detailing his 20 years in the field, which included planting a church in Texas before moving to Salt Lake City. Pastor At…

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The Power of Choice: How to Break Free from Shame, Anger, and Grief with Shaka Senghor 1:03:43

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In this episode, Shaka Senghor discusses the power of choice, and how to break free from shame, anger, and grief, which can be the hardest prisons to escape. Shaka spent 19 years in prison and seven of those in solitary confinement. But he’ll tell you that he was imprisoned long before handcuffs, and that his freedom came long before his release. H…

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Steve Epley | A Life of Revival, Ministry, and Music 39:57

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For more than 30 years, Evangelist Steve Epley and his family have traveled across America, his preaching the gospel and their singing in churches. Their ministry is marked by faithfulness, meekness, and an unwavering commitment to the cause of Christ. This episode shares the story of Steve Epley’s life and calling, highlighting a legacy of service…

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Choosing Love in a Divisive World: Empathy as Our Guiding Light with Scott Stabile 48:59

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In this episode, Scott Stabile explores the idea of choosing love in a divisive world and how empathy can be our guiding light when life feels fractured. Scott shares deeply personal stories — from the tragedy of losing his parents to addiction in his family — and how forgiveness and compassion became the most difficult, yet most healing choices of…

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What If and Why Not? A Mantra for Living with Curiosity and Courage with Bobbi Brown 54:19

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In this episode, Bobbi Brown explores the questions “What if?” and “Why not?”—her mantra for living with curiosity and courage. Renowned makeup artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Jones Road, Bobbi shares how choosing decency over drama and normalcy over fabulosity shaped both her career and her life. She talks about the power of kindness, the myt…

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Why Good Relationships Are the Key to Living a Long and Happy Life with Robert Waldinger 1:06:39

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In this episode, Dr. Robert Waldinger explores why good relationships are the key to living a long and happy life. Drawing from more than 85 years of research, Robert shares why deep, supportive relationships are stronger predictors of health and happiness than wealth, success, or status. He also explains how relationships regulate stress, why lone…

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Rodney Griffin | The Heart Behind Gospel's Greatest Hits 49:10

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Rodney Griffin has been a member of the gospel trio, Greater Vision, since 1993, singing baritone and writing many of the group’s most recognized songs. Voted Favorite Songwriter at the Singing News Fan Awards for over 20 consecutive years, he is one of gospel music’s most respected songwriters. His catalog includes classics such as “My Name Is Laz…

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Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep: What You Need to Know with Diane Macedo 1:09:05

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In this episode, Diane Macedo unlocks the secrets to better sleep as she shares what you need to know. From her personal experiences with sleep challenges, she shares something counterintuitive: how sleep isn't something we do, it's something that happens when we stop trying so hard. Diane talks about retraining a wired brain and the systems that a…

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Mike Smith | Guiding Students with a Biblical Lens 44:07

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Mr. Mike Smith is a history and Bible teacher for Abeka Academy in Pensacola, Florida. Originally pursuing a pre-law degree, he followed God’s leading into education and has been teaching at Pensacola Christian Academy for over two decades. Known for his enthusiasm and clarity, Mr. Smith inspires students to see history through a Biblical lens whil…

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From Toxic Perfection to Honest Care: Boundaries, Healing, and Wholeness with Sophia Bush 55:26

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In this episode, Sophia Bush discusses the complexities of human nature, spirituality, and emotional maturity. She explores the dangers of toxic positivity and the challenges of authenticity in public life. Sophia also reflects on intergenerational trauma, activism, and the importance of self-compassion. Through candid stories and practical insight…

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Slow Productivity: How to Do Less, Focus More, and Not Burn Out with Cal Newport 1:12:47

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In this episode, Cal Newport explains slow productivity and how to do less, focus more, and not burn out. Cal argues, our obsession with busyness is pseudo-productivity and while it may look like progress, it isn’t. In his new book, Slow Productivity, he shows how we can accomplish more by doing less with focus and intent We need your help! We all …

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Embracing the Full Spectrum of Emotions: A Guide to Mindfulness and Self-Discovery with Tara Brach 51:27

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In this episode, Tara Brach explores embracing the full spectrum of emotions, providing a guide to mindfulness and self-discovery. She helps us experiment with a variety of approaches that are guided by a simple compass intention. Tara also discusses stepping out of a trance, the tight story of what’s wrong with me or what’s wrong here, and in the …

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The Hidden Costs of Technology and Our Search for Selfhood with Vauhini Vara 1:03:20

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In this episode, Vauhini Vara discusses the hidden costs of technology and our search for selfhood. She explains how we live in a world where technology functions as both a lifeline and a trap—offering connection, convenience, and possibility while also shaping our choices, exploiting our attention, and redefining how we see ourselves. Together, Er…