Best Platform Plane Podcasts (2026)

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Fail Small, IaC Control Planes, and Automated RCA 17:45

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4d ago17:45

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This week on Ship It Weekly, Brian kicks off the new year with one theme: automation is getting faster, and that makes blast radius and oversight matter more than ever. We start with Cloudflare’s “fail small” mindset. The core idea is simple: big outages usually come from correlated failure, not one box dying. If a bad change lands everywhere at on…

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Ship It Conversations: Backstage vs Internal IDPs, and Why DevEx Muscle Matters (with Danny Teller) 26:29

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This is a guest conversation episode of Ship It Weekly (separate from the weekly news recaps). I sat down with Danny Teller, a DevOps Architect and Tech Lead Manager at Tipalti, to talk about internal developer platforms and the reality behind “just set up a developer portal.” We get into Backstage versus internal IDPs, why adoption is the real bat…

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Navigating Mental Health in a Chaotic World (Expert Panel) 30:52

2d ago30:52

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Happy New Year! In this episode, five mental health advocates discuss their backgrounds and the current state of mental health on this expert panel. They explore the challenges faced during the holidays, the importance of self-care, and strategies for emotional well-being. The conversation emphasizes the need for support, understanding, and persona…

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Ship It Conversations: From Full-Stack to Cloud/DevOps, One Project at a Time (with Eric Paatey) 23:25

7d ago23:25

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This is a guest conversation episode of Ship It Weekly (separate from the weekly news recaps). I sat down with Eric Paatey, a Cloud & DevOps Engineer who’s been transitioning from full-stack web development into cloud/devops, and building real skills through hands-on projects instead of just collecting tools and buzzwords. We talk about what that t…

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The Road Back: My TBI Recovery Journey (Chapter 2) 16:01

9d ago16:01

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In this final episode of the year,Vincent A. Lanci shares his ongoing journey of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) + his surprise announcement: a Brain Injury Recovery Book for Families and Survivors and his TBI Recovery Coaching Practice. He reflects on the challenges faced during his hospital stay, the confusion between dreams and real…

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Cloudflare’s Workers Scheduler, AWS DBs on Vercel, and JIT Admin Access 15:39

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This week on Ship It Weekly, Brian looks at real platform engineering in the wild. We start with Cloudflare’s write-up on building an internal maintenance scheduler on Workers. It’s not marketing fluff. It’s “we hit memory limits, changed the model, and stopped pulling giant datasets into the runtime.” Next up: AWS databases are now available insid…

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The Journey to Mental Health Awareness with Nicole Zapoli 23:06

16d ago23:06

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In this conversation, Nicole Zapoli shares her journey towards mental health awareness and the importance of fitness and mindset in achieving overall well-being. She discusses practical tools for overcoming negative thoughts, balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and the significance of consistency in fitness. Nicole also introduces her book,…

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Ship It Conversations: The WHY Behind DevOps, Upskilling, and Agentic AI (with Maz Islam) 30:38

16d ago30:38

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This is a Ship It Weekly conversation episode. The weekly news recaps are still weekly. These interviews drop in between when I find someone worth talking to and the convo feels useful. In this episode I’m joined by Mazharul “Maz” Islam (DevOps with Maz). Maz is a UK-based DevOps Engineer who shares practical, real-world DevOps content on YouTube a…

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GitHub Runner Pricing Pause, Terraform Cloud Limits, and AI in CI 12:06

17d ago12:06

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This week on Ship It Weekly, Brian looks at how the “platform tax” is showing up everywhere: pricing model shifts, CI dependencies, and new security boundaries thanks to AI agents. We start with GitHub Actions. GitHub announced a new “cloud platform” charge for self-hosted runners in private/internal repos… then hit pause after backlash. Hosted run…

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More Tech Tomorrow, Coming 2026! 0:39

18d ago0:39

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We’re excited to announce that Tech Tomorrow will be extending Season 3 into early 2026. Join host David Elliman for more insightful conversations designed to help you navigate the complex world of emerging technology and make more informed decisions as a leader and decision-maker. You can expect deep dives into topics like AI, cybersecurity, and m…

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Understanding the Complexities of Narcissism with Dr. Anthony Mazzella 24:47

23d ago24:47

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In this deeply insightful episode of A Mental Health Break, host Vincent A. Lanci welcomes Dr. Anthony Mazzella, a psychodynamic therapist with over 20 years of experience specializing in narcissism and personality dynamics. Dr. Mazzella breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in mental health—narcissism—and helps listeners move beyond lab…

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IBM Buys Confluent, React2Shell, and Netflix on Aurora 16:14

25d ago16:14

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In this episode of Ship It Weekly, Brian powers through a cold and digs into a very “infra grown-up” week in DevOps. First up, IBM is buying Confluent for $11B. We talk about what that means if you’re on Confluent Cloud today, still running your own Kafka, or trying to choose between Confluent, MSK, and DIY. It’s part of a bigger pattern after IBM’…

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Down the rabbit hole: Will our secrets survive the quantum computing leap with Dr. Sarah McCarthy 26:57

29d ago26:57

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Quantum computing may feel like a distant part of the future, but many experts believe its widespread adoption could arrive sooner than expected. And with it comes a profound challenge: today’s encryption, which protects global cybersecurity, banking, digital identity, and confidential communication, may no longer be secure. So what happens when qu…

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Transforming Caregiving Trauma and Finding Peace with Shelly Grimm 16:53

30d ago16:53

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Welcome to A Mental Health Break. In this incredibly raw and empowering episode, we sit down with Shelly Grimm, Financial Consultant, Author, and Founder of The Perpetual Caregiver. Shelly’s journey is one of profound resilience: from being legally emancipated at 13 while caring for her chronically ill mother to fleeing a dangerous home situation a…

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AWS re:Invent for Platform Teams, GKE at 130k Nodes, and Killing Staging 22:00

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In this episode of Ship It Weekly, Brian looks at re:Invent through a platform/SRE lens and pulls out the updates that actually change how you design and run systems. We talk about regional NAT Gateways and Route 53 Global Resolver on the networking side, ECS Express Mode and EKS Capabilities as new paved roads for app teams, S3 Vectors GA and 50 T…

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From Silicon Valley Exec to Caregiver After a Plane Crash with Jenny Brandemuehl 21:41

1M ago21:41

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What happens when your entire identity and life plan are obliterated in a single, devastating phone call? This week, we sit down with Jenny Brandemuehl, author of Forever Fly Free, whose life shifted from managing C-suite responsibilities in Silicon Valley to navigating hospital corridors after her husband survived a fiery plane crash with burns ov…

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Kubernetes Config Reality Check, EKS Control Planes, and GitHub Guardrails 16:40

1M ago16:40

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In this episode of Ship It Weekly, Brian digs into what’s new for people actually running infra: Kubernetes config, EKS control planes and networking, and GitHub’s latest CI/CD and Copilot updates. We start with Kubernetes’ new configuration good practices post and how to turn it into a checklist to clean up Helm/Kustomize and kill off “hotfix from…

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Can executives balance AI innovation with societal responsibility with Lord Clement-Jones 27:26

1M ago27:26

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As artificial intelligence continues to redefine industries, the question isn’t just what we can build, but what we should. In a world of accelerating automation and algorithmic decision-making, can leaders harness innovation without losing public trust? In this episode of Tech Tomorrow, David Elliman speaks with Lord Clement-Jones, Liberal Democra…

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The Road Back: My TBI Recovery Journey (Chapter 1) 23:08

1M ago23:08

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Chapter 1: The Impact and the Silence (The Hospital & Immediate Aftermath) Once per month, Host Vincent A. Lanci will release a solo episode. It will start out with his The Road Back: My TBI Recovery Journey series. This week, Vincent dives into a vulnerable and honest conversation about: What happened What he remembers right before the accident (o…

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Kubernetes Shake-ups, Platform Reality, and AI-Native SRE 15:53

2M ago15:53

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In this episode of Ship It Weekly, Brian digs into 3 big themes for anyone running Kubernetes or building internal platforms. First, Kubernetes is officially retiring Ingress NGINX and moving it into best-effort maintenance until March 2026. We talk about what that actually means if you’re still using it and how to think about choosing and rolling …

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Special: When the Cloud Has a Bad Day: Cloudflare, AWS us-east-1 & GitHub Outages 12:54

2M ago12:54

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In this special kickoff episode of Ship It Weekly, Brian walks through three major outages from the last few weeks and what they actually mean for DevOps, SRE, and platform teams. Instead of just reading status pages, we look at how each incident exposes assumptions in our own architectures and runbooks: Topics in this episode: • Cloudflare’s globa…

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From Betty Ford to Purpose-Driven CEO: Melissa Fors Shackelford on Family, Addiction, and Finding Your Soul-Deep Why 19:22

2M ago19:22

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Join us for a deeply human and candid conversation with someone who has mental health experiences from every angle. Melissa Fors Shackelford is a healthcare executive and the author of the Amazon #1 Best Seller, Harnessing Purpose. While Melissa is known for building compelling brands and advising Fortune 100 leaders, her path to purpose was forged…

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Will AI and digital twins make animal testing in drug discovery obsolete with Professor Julie Frearson 23:32

2M ago23:32

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AI and digital twins are redrawing the boundaries of drug discovery. Once defined by lab benches, animal studies, and years of trial and error, the field is now embracing virtual methodologies that promise faster, safer, and more precise innovation. But could these technologies ever make animal testing obsolete? In this episode of Tech Tomorrow, Da…

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6 Brain Surgeries, Tragic Loss, & Finding Your Self-Worth: A Common-Sense Approach to Healing with Will Craig 22:11

2M ago22:11

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Join us for a powerfully honest and incredibly relatable conversation with Will Craig of Mental Health with Will LLC and the host of Sunday Reset w/ Will & Friends. Will is an open book, sharing his profound journey through mental health struggles that began early in life after being born with hydrocephalus, leading to six brain surgeries. He candi…

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The Lie of 'I'm Fine': How Perfectionism Hides PTSD & Incest Trauma with Andrea Leeb 21:18

2M ago21:18

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The Shattering Point: What Happens When Childhood Trauma Finally Breaks Through Meet Andrea Leeb, a successful Manhattan attorney, writer, and high-functioning adult who learned the hard way that survival is not the same as healing. Andrea’s childhood was marked by severe sexual abuse and an environment of agonizing denial—a trauma so deep that whe…

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Will the next biotech breakthrough be digital before it’s biological with Bibi Ephraim 27:44

2M ago27:44

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AI is transforming biotechnology from the inside out. What was once a world of petri dishes and pipettes is now increasingly powered by algorithms, models, and digital twins. But as machine learning accelerates drug discovery and reshapes clinical trials, how far can we go before biology itself becomes the follower, not the leader? In this episode …

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Societal Dropout: D.C. Copeland on the Millennial Crisis, Gender, and Finding Mental Peace Outside the System 21:01

2M ago21:01

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What if your mental struggle isn't a personal failure, but a logical reaction to a broken society? This week on A Mental Health Break, we are joined by poet, playwright, Yale graduate, and cultural critic D.C. Copeland, author of the forthcoming book, Societal Dropout: A Culture Manifesto for the New Millennium. D.C. brings a unique, potent voice t…

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How Being a Podcast Guest Can Transform Your Life (Part 1) with Vincent A. Lanci 14:17

3M ago14:17

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We have listened to your feedback - you want to see solo episodes, too! This week, Host Vincent A. Lanci dives into 5 major benefits of becoming a podcast guest, where to find potential shows to guest on, and HOW to reach out to the host. No matter your path in life, podcast guest appearances have become more successful than traditional media or pr…

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Is net zero even possible without open data with Gavin Starks 28:18

3M ago28:18

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The UK’s 2025 Data Act marks a turning point in how data is shared and governed. Just as common standards in telecoms and banking unlocked innovation, trusted data could be the key to credible climate action. But with carbon reporting fragmented and confidence in the numbers low, can open data really help us reach net zero? In this episode of Tech …

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How to Find Your Fire When Life Knocks You Down with DK Kang 19:47

3M ago19:47

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You are not alone in your fight. This week, we welcome DK Kang, a martial artist, author, and wellness expert whose life story is a testament to unwavering human resilience. DK’s journey is one of perseverance and purpose: He bravely navigated a decade of infertility, profound family losses, job loss, financial hardship, and the emotional isolation…

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Cerebral Palsy to PsyD: Dr. Michelle Taveras on Resilience & the Power of Letting Go 18:43

3M ago18:43

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How do you build a thriving life while navigating profound personal challenges? This week, we welcome a truly inspiring guest who embodies resilience, Dr. Michelle Taveras, founder of M Taveras, PsyD & Company Psychological Services. Dr. Taveras shares her powerful, intimate journey of earning her doctorate and establishing a respected practice whi…

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Is the global food crisis a problem that only tech can solve with Illtud Dunsford 30:16

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According to the United Nations, the world’s population is projected to exceed 9.5 billion by 2050, placing unprecedented strain on our food systems. Climate change, land scarcity, and rising demand for protein mean that traditional agriculture alone may no longer be enough. Could cultivated meat and other food technologies provide the answer? In t…

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Overcoming Difficult Emotions & His Path to Purpose and Acceptance with Aaron Gilbert 23:11

3M ago23:11

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What does it really mean to be well—and how do we get there? This week, we're taking a deep dive into the practical side of mental and emotional well-being with a true veteran of the field. Join us for a powerful conversation with Aaron Gilbert, founder of Boston Evening Therapy Associates, who has spent 25 years helping tens of thousands of people…

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Navigating Mental Health and Food Addiction with Jennifer Schrappe 19:53

4M ago19:53

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Are you carrying burdens that aren't yours? This week on A Mental Health Break, we sit down with Jennifer Schrappe, a licensed therapist, pastor, and the founder of Chrysalis Enterprises. With over two decades of experience, Jennifer is a compassionate guide who helps people find hope, healing, and freedom from life's struggles. In this powerful co…

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Should we trust AI as a creative collaborator with Professor Anjana Susarla 27:26

4M ago27:26

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By 2026, Europol estimates that more than 90% of online content could be AI-generated – from music and written work to imagery and beyond. But what does this shift mean for creativity, originality, and the role of human value in the process? In this episode of Tech Tomorrow, David Elliman speaks with Anjana Susarla, Professor of Responsible AI at t…

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Unbroken: Finding Light After Darkness with Adriene Caldwell 19:32

4M ago19:32

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Join us for an incredibly raw and courageous conversation with Adriene Caldwell, author of the memoir, Unbroken. Her story is a testament to the profound resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable odds. In this episode, Adriene candidly shares her first-hand account of childhood trauma, from emotional and physical abuse to navigatin…

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Welcome to Tech Tomorrow 0:48

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Tech Tomorrow is your front-row seat to the conversations redefining the future. Each episode explores a big, thought-provoking question, from how we collaborate with machines to the possibilities intelligent systems could unlock in the future. Created for leaders steering innovation through complexity, the show cuts through the noise, connecting c…

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From Grief to Game-Changer: Jeff Johnston's Journey to Reshape Mental Health 28:23

4M ago28:23

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He's back and more determined than ever. This week on A Mental Health Break, we are honored to welcome back mental health advocate and founder, Jeff Johnston. Since we last spoke, Jeff has turned his personal tragedies—the loss of his son to fentanyl and his wife to alcoholism—into a nationwide movement for change. In this powerful episode, Jeff sh…

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The Patient Voice and Leading in Healthcare with Amber Brown 21:31

4M ago21:31

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Join us for a powerful and insightful conversation with Amber Brown, a true leader in healthcare, the military, and beyond. As a Patient Advisory Coordinator at Tampa General Hospital and a Physical Therapist, Amber is dedicated to integrating a patient's "lived experience" into the very systems of healthcare. She's also an Air Force Officer, overs…

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From Fight Club to Spiritual Sourcery with Justin Shaw 19:58

5M ago19:58

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What if the darkest moments of your past are not a burden, but a blueprint for your greatest transformation? In this raw and powerful episode of A Mental Health Break, we sit down with Justin L. Shaw, a mystical comedian, Doctor of Divinity, and author of Sourcery 101: 13 Rungs to a Higher Elevation of Consciousness. Justin, a former stand-up comed…

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From Olympic Gold to Lifelong Recovery with Carrie Bates 19:14

5M ago19:14

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What happens when you achieve the pinnacle of athletic success at just 16 years old, only to find yourself struggling with addiction years later? In this deeply personal and powerful episode of A Mental Health Break, we sit down with Carrie Bates, a three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and the Director of Strategic Growth and Advocacy for Caron Treatme…

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Decoding Anxiety, Trauma, and the Path to Healing with Dr. Catherine Nobile 18:30

5M ago18:30

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Have you ever wondered what's really happening inside your mind when you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, or depression? And what if there were specific, proven strategies to help you navigate these challenges and find a path to healing? In this episode of A Mental Health Break, we’re joined by Dr. Catherine Nobile, a licensed Doctor of Clinical…

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Finding Hope and Getting Unstuck with Jason Hopcus 18:45

5M ago18:45

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This week on A Mental Health Break, we're honored to host a guest who has turned profound personal struggle into a mission to heal millions. Jason Hopcus, the founder and CEO of Connection Project, is a pioneering entrepreneur who's using cutting-edge technology to revolutionize access to mental health resources. His journey began in 2011 when a pe…

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E149: Interview with Mike Collins, CEO of Alumni Ventures 51:38

5M ago51:38

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Our Social Media Pages, follow us and engage with the Pill-grim community! Instagram Twitter YouTube TikTok LinkedIn On this week’s dose, we’re joined by Mike Collins, CEO of Alumni Ventures, the largest venture firm in the U.S. dedicated to giving accredited investors access to professionally managed, diversified venture portfolios.Mike kicks thin…

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Deborah Grassman on Healing Deep Wounds, Finding Inner Peace, and Not Wasting Your Suffering 23:09

5M ago23:09

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Welcome! This week on A Mental Health Break, prepare for a profoundly transformative conversation on healing from within. We are incredibly honored to welcome Deborah Grassman, a distinguished author, contributing writer to multiple textbooks, and the compassionate voice behind the powerful concept of "Soul Injury." While her impressive resume incl…

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Decoding Mental Health Coverage: Navigating Insurance Barriers with Louise Norris 23:43

6M ago23:43

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This week on A Mental Health Break, we're tackling one of the most frustrating and overwhelming hurdles to mental well-being: health insurance coverage. We're honored to welcome Louise Norris, a nationally recognized health policy analyst who has been expertly tracking and writing about health insurance and reform since 2006. With hundreds of educa…

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Unmasking ADHD & Anxiety: Josh Gryniewicz's Path to True Self 17:30

6M ago17:30

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Ever feel like your brain's running a million miles a minute, or that anxiety is holding you back? You're not alone. This week on "A Mental Health Break," we're joined by the insightful and fan-favorite, Josh Gryniewicz, founder of Odd Duck, a creative communication consultancy dedicated to driving social change through powerful storytelling. But b…

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Building Mental Health for All While Healing Your Own with Tamar Blue 18:33

6M ago18:33

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Ever wonder what it's really like to build a mental health platform while navigating your own battles? This week on "A Mental Health Break," we're joined by the incredible Tamar Blue, Founder and CEO of MentalHappy. Tamar's on a mission to bring affordable, community-based mental health care to everyone, especially underserved populations, through …

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Scott Boddie on Overcoming Loss, Cultivating Resilience, & Mental Health Advocacy 17:29

6M ago17:29

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This week on A Mental Health Break, we're honored to welcome Scott Boddie, a remarkable individual whose personal journey from profound trauma has forged a powerful advocate for mental well-being and resilience, who made time for this interview on the road! At just 13, Scott endured a life-altering plane crash that tragically took his father and le…

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Vincent A. Lanci Checking In + Preview 12:52

7M ago12:52

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Backed by popular demand, Host Vincent A. Lanci stops in to check in and give you a preview of something he is working on. Thank you for joining us for another week right here on A Mental Health Break. Subscribe to stay current with mental health stories and episodes. Send us a text Support the show Be sure to subscribe to stay current. Have a ques…