Uncommon history with an unconventional pair. Join married hosts Rebecca Robbins (a Broadway actress) and Kim Kimmel (her college history instructor) as they delve into topics that run the historical gambit. A gifted storyteller, Kim taught history at the collegiate level for 29 years while as a student, Rebecca always sat in the front row of his Western Civilizations class soaking up every word he said. For the record, she made an A in his class. She went on to pursue a Broadway career (The ...
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Pre-order Julie's new book, Find Your Food Voice, today at JulieDuffyDillon.com/book. Find Your Food Voice--formerly The Love Food Podcast--is a podcast—and a movement—to fix diet culture. Because you don’t need fixing. I’m your host, registered dietitian and food behavior expert Julie Duffy Dillon. Join in as we ditch cookie cutter approaches, expose the lies that society feeds us, and rewrite the rules around food, eating and our bodies. We call this “Finding Your Food Voice,” and it’s vit ...
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The Wealthy Contractor Podcast shares interviews with home improvement industry insiders, giving you the tools and insights to achieve greater success, wealth, and freedom. Learn more at: TheWealthyContractor.com. Have you ever felt like there’s a secret club of successful contractors, and you’re left outside? Want in? Well, you’ve just found the entry door. In each episode, our host, Brian Kaskavalciyan, pulls back the curtain, revealing the stories, strategies, and secrets that top leaders ...
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Join nocrumbsleft at her table as she discusses various topics including food, cooking, love, family and inspiration.
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How to Be in Love - Rylan is embarking on a mission to find love. He’s loved passionately, lost messily, and is now ready to find love once again. But what is love truly about? And how can we find it – and make it last? From a young age, we’re taught that love is the ultimate fairytale – that finding ‘the one’ will finally complete us. But is it time to look at love differently? Over 13 episodes, Rylan’s guests will help him rediscover what love is – what we should be looking for in a partne ...
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Get valuable insights into the do's and don'ts of effective test prep with world-class ACT and SAT tutor Dave Walker. Dave is the founder of Walker Prep, which has been helping students achieve exceptional score gains on the ACT and SAT since 2014. In the Walker Prep podcast, Dave draws from his experience to provide guidance on what to do—and what to avoid. Created for involved parents, fellow tutors, and ambitious students alike, the Walker Prep podcast offers expert advice that demystifie ...
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[Letter] Navigating Midlife and Menopause in Diet Culture with Jenn Huber
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34:13In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, host Julie Duffy Dillon and guest Jenn Salib Huber discuss the complexities of midlife body changes, the impact of diet culture, and the importance of self-compassion and community support during the transition of menopause and midlife. They explore the emotional aspects of aging, including grief…
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From Fear of Poverty to 9 Figures | Brian Elias
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51:35We've hit a major milestone—Episode 250! And there's no one else I’d rather celebrate with than Brian Elias, my very first guest on The Wealthy Contractor Podcast and true industry trailblazer. If you don’t know him, Brian is the founder of 1-800-HANSONS, which he grew into one of the largest home improvement companies in the country before selling…
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[Letter] What will it really take to heal my relationship with food using internal family systems with Vinny Welsby
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37:36Julie Duffy Dillon and Vinny Welsby discuss the challenges of breaking free from diet culture and the journey towards body acceptance. They explore the emotional struggles faced by individuals trying to heal their relationship with food, emphasizing the importance of community support, self-compassion, and realistic goal-setting. The conversation h…
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$1M Months at 28: A Breakout Success Story | Ryan Keene
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50:40What if the fastest way to grow your business was to stop doing everything yourself? When Ryan Keene started MODE Renovation, a one-day bathroom remodeling business, he was just 24 years old. Four years later, he’s about to hit his first million-dollar sales month and working less than ever before. So how on earth did he get there so quickly?? Acco…
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[Letter] Trauma and Find Your Food Voice with Meg Bowman
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37:47In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, host Julie Duffy Dillon and guest Meg Bowman discuss the complex relationship between trauma, dieting, and intuitive eating. They explore how trauma impacts food choices and the importance of understanding the nervous system in the context of eating disorders. The conversation emphasizes the need…
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What do hundreds—maybe thousands—of today’s home improvement business owners have in common? They have all been influenced by Rob Levin, who has helped shape the home improvement industry as we know it. If you’ve been around long enough, you’ve either worked for one of his companies, learned from someone who did, or competed against them. It all st…
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[Chat] Who really is the Biggest Loser? Netflix's Fit for TV analysis
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51:13In this episode, Julie, Rachel Popik and Coleen Bremner discuss the Fit for TV documentary based on The Biggest Loser, reflecting on their personal experiences with the show and the impact it had on their views of diet culture. They express disappointment in the documentary's failure to address the deeper issues surrounding weight loss and the harm…
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Make Marketing Leads Out of THIN AIR! | Samantha McGuinness
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52:34What if every day you started with zero leads and still ended the week with a packed pipeline? Sounds too good to be true, right? Not according to this week’s podcast guest, Samantha McGuinness. On top of being a master of face-to-face marketing, she is also insanely good at “making leads out of thin air” (it’s kind of her superpower). From knockin…
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How to Be in Love: Louis Theroux: Falling in love with his wife and what he's learned from his documentaries
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40:52For the final episode of the series, Rylan is joined by documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux. Louis discusses how the subjects of his documentaries have challenged and changed the way he thinks about love, and also tells Rylan the story of how he fell in love with his wife. With Louis’s help, Rylan reflects on the advice and knowledge shared by the …
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[Letter] Struggling with OCD, PCOS, and Intuitive Eating with Abbie Attwood
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35:49In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, host Julie Duffy Dillon and guest Abbie Attwood delve into the complexities of food relationships, particularly in the context of OCD and PCOS. They discuss the impact of diet culture, the trauma associated with restrictive eating, and the importance of self-compassion in the healing process. The…
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Building a “Humble Heroes” Sales Culture with Michael Flores
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47:02EPISODE 246: When Michael Flores joined Expo Home Improvement, they were under $20 million in revenue. Today? Over 300 employees, 5 locations, and a sales team of 75. But here’s the twist… Michael says they actually need LESS leads. And that’s just one of the counterintuitive lessons he shares in this episode. 🤯 Listen in as we chat about: Why Mich…
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How to Be in Love: Mel Robbins: Why we can’t control each other’s actions
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40:07Rylan sits down with powerhouse podcaster and author Mel Robbins. Mel teaches Rylan her ‘Let Them’ theory and explains how he can apply it to his relationships, as he hopes to embark upon his next romantic chapter. Mel also discusses the best way to get over a break-up and shares how she and her husband of 28 years have navigated the trials and tri…
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How to Be in Love: Matt and Emma Willis: The power of their partnership and loving someone with addiction
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38:54Rylan is joined by his good friends Matt and Emma Willis who discuss the lessons they have learnt from 20 years of being in love. The 'Love Is Blind' hosts open up about overcoming the darkest moments in their marriage, including Matt’s battle with addiction, and how their love is now stronger than ever. Matt and Emma also offer their advice on the…
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Build a Call Center that Turns Calls into Cash | Cory Minzyk
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58:33EPISODE 245: This week on The Wealthy Contractor, I sat down with Cory Minzyk, Call Center Director at All American Roofing & Remodeling. Cory is a powerhouse in the home improvement world; she’s helped build some of the most productive call centers in the country at companies like Window Nation and Thompson Creek. In this episode, she reveals how …
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How to Be in Love: Vanessa Williams: On her three divorces, and why love is no longer her priority
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38:52With Rylan looking to find love again after experiencing the heartbreak of divorce, he turns to actor Vanessa Williams to find out if the breakdown of a marriage changes the way you view love. Vanessa discusses the lessons about love she has learnt from her three husbands, and her three divorces, and why she is celebrating her freedom and no longer…
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How to Be in Love: Dr Tara Swart: ‘Good chemistry’ and the science behind being in love
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41:26What rules the way we love: our heads or our hearts? And are romantic feelings little more than a set of chemical reactions in our brain? Rylan is joined by neuroscientist and best-selling author, Dr Tara Swart, to uncover the science behind being in love. Dr Tara explains how our ability to love has been embedded in our brains since the days of th…
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How to Win the Contractor Lead Gen Game in 2025 | Eric Peschke
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48:52EPISODE 244: This week on The Wealthy Contractor podcast, I sit down with Eric Peschke. As VP of Marketing at ZINTEX Remodeling Group, Eric is one of the most methodical and data-driven marketers in the home improvement industry. In this episode, he divulges how ZINTEX went from issuing a few leads per day across four markets to issuing 80–100 appo…
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How to Be in Love: Calum Best: On being branded a lothario, and why he’s never truly been in love
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42:42Media personality Calum Best was branded a lothario by the tabloid press, as he enjoyed the seemingly endless fruits of the international party scene during the 2000s. But how fair was this label? And has that reputation impeded him from finding true love? Rylan speaks to Calum about dating under the glare of the spotlight and finds out if now, at …
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[Chat] Relationships and body change; a conversation about Love Chub
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30:18Julie, Coleen Bremner, and Rachel Popik explore the concept of 'Love Chub,' a term referring to weight gain in relationships, and challenge the societal norms surrounding body image and self-worth. They discuss personal experiences with body image, the importance of therapy, and the need to embrace change and self-love. The conversation emphasizes …
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How to Be in Love: Tasha Ghouri: Finding love on TV, and breaking up in the public eye
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41:37Rylan is joined by model and former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Tasha Ghouri who discusses how her experience of falling in love for the first time was broadcast on TV. Tasha rose to prominence on reality TV dating show Love Island, with millions of viewers watching her fall in love with her then partner, Andrew Le Page. For over two and a hal…
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Legal Mistakes That Could Destroy Contractors & Remodelers | Heather Macklin
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47:06EPISODE 243: In this episode of The Wealthy Contractor podcast, I sit down with attorney Heather Macklin to uncover the legal blind spots that can take down even the most successful contractors, remodelers, or home services companies. Heather doesn’t just talk theory, she lives this stuff. As both a lawyer AND a home improvement business owner, she…
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How to Be in Love: Rebecca More: Exiting the adult entertainment industry to find love
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37:56Rylan speaks to former porn star Rebecca More about what she has learnt about love from a 15-year career in the sex industry. Rebecca reveals how heartbreak brought on a sex addiction and shares her unique insight into the secret, and somewhat shocking, desires of her former clients. Rebecca also discusses the stigma of finding love as a sex worker…
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[Letter] I always feared I would binge and now I can’t stop with guest Katy Harvey
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35:03In this episode of Find Your Food Voice, Julie Duffy Dillon and guest Katy Harvey discuss the complexities of binge eating, particularly in the context of betrayal, heartbreak, and significant life transitions. They explore the common feelings of isolation and shame that accompany these struggles, emphasizing the importance of understanding the bio…
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How to Be in Love: Munroe Bergdorf: Transitioning is the biggest decision to love yourself
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41:13Rylan is joined by writer and activist Munroe Bergdorf. Growing up as a trans woman, Munroe never believed that love was possible. She speaks to Rylan about pushing the boundaries of her sexual identity and discusses how falling in love with a woman for the first time was the most unexpected, yet pivotal, moment in her own journey with love. How to…
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Want to Grow Your Contractor Business? Stop Trying to Do It Alone | Rebecca Ackerly
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50:12EPISODE 242: What if scaling your home improvement business didn’t mean working more, but finally doing less? That’s the exact mindset shift Rebecca Ackerly made—and the results have been transformational. With a diverse background in construction, business development, and digital marketing, Rebecca has built a successful career by combining hands…
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How to Be in Love: Philippa Perry: There is no such thing as ‘The One’
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41:35Does ‘The One’ exist? How does our childhood impact our romantic relationships? Rylan and psychotherapist Philippa Perry take a deep dive into what could be holding us back from finding long-lasting love. Philippa also shares how her husband of 33 years, the artist Grayson Perry, changed her understanding of what love could be. How to Be in Love – …
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[Interview] ADHD, PCOS, Intuitive Eating without cutting carbs and dieting with Rebecca King
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46:07Julie Duffy Dillon interviews Becca King, the ADHD nutritionist, discussing the intersection of ADHD, PCOS, and nutrition. They explore various eating styles, the challenges of intuitive eating for those with ADHD, and the importance of understanding practical hunger. The conversation emphasizes the need for personalized approaches to nutrition, ac…
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How to Be in Love: Richard Coles: On losing the love of his life and casual roadside encounters
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39:37Rylan is joined by the writer and broadcaster Reverend Richard Coles who shares how his life, and his faith, have shaped his understanding of love. Richard discusses how he turned his back on the sex, drugs and rock and roll lifestyle and anonymous roadside romances, to follow the calling of Christ to become a vicar. He also speaks about finding th…
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How the Voice in Your Head Is Holding You Back | Donald Robbins
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54:12EPISODE 241: Do you ever feel like you’re flooring the gas, but your business is still stuck in first gear? Well, I’ve got some news for you: you may THINK it’s the economy, or your team, or your leads. But the truth is…it might be you. That was the case for my guest on this week’s episode of The Wealthy Contractor podcast, Donald Robbins. Donald r…
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How to Be in Love: Self Esteem: On bisexuality, non-monogamy, and her ‘current male lover’
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39:02Rylan is joined by musician and actor Rebecca Lucy Taylor, better known as Self Esteem. Rebecca shares her experience of being in non-monogamous relationships and pushing back against societal norms. She also discusses being bisexual and how her relationship with her ‘current male lover’ has challenged her preconceived ideas of what she wanted love…
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How to Be in Love: Stephen Fry: From 15 years of celibacy to finding love
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40:57Rylan sits down with actor, writer and President of Mind, Stephen Fry, who discusses how love has helped shaped his life. From the impossibly high standards set by his parents’ relationship, to the impact of living through the AIDS crisis, and a self-imposed 15-year stretch of celibacy. Plus, having recently celebrated 10 years of marriage, Stephen…
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[Chat] Mel Robbins food and exercise recs: Should we all REALLY be doing 11 push ups?
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50:05In this episode, Julie, Coleen Bremner, and Rachel Popik delve into Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory, discussing its implications, controversies, and the societal pressures surrounding self-help and fitness. They explore the seductive nature of marketing in the self-help industry, particularly how it mirrors diet culture. The conversation also touches …
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How to Turn Your Home Improvement Business Into a Sales & Marketing Machine | Vince Nardo
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49:31EPISODE 240: You’ve probably heard this said before: “If you have a home improvement business, you actually have a sales and marketing business.” And if you’re experiencing pain right now with lead gen or your closing percentage or your revenue, that’s the homeowner market reminding you that every time you heard that statement, IT WAS 100% TRUE. So…
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Rylan is embarking on a mission to find love. He's loved passionately, lost messily, and is now ready to find love once again. But what is love truly about? And how can we find it - and make it last? From a young age, we're taught that love is the ultimate fairytale - that finding 'the one' will finally complete us. But is it time to look at love d…
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[Letter] I have to stop Ozempic. I am scared to eat now.
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32:19Julie answers a listener letter and addresses the challenges faced by individuals coming off GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of these medications on health, particularly for those with PCOS and insulin resistance. Julie provides practical advice on preparing for life after GLP-1s,…
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You’re a Key Hire Away From Doubling Your Business | Justin Bartley
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58:22EPISODE 239: Too many home improvement business owners settle for a convenience: the convenience of hiring or keeping someone around who isn’t REALLY the talent they need. Sometimes it's family or a friend. Sometimes it’s an employee who’s been around for a decade. Sometimes it’s whoever just feels “comfortable” to be around. And that is a tragedy,…
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[Interview] Does your relationship with food still haunt you with Jamie Magdic
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33:15Julie and guest Jamie discuss the complexities of food relationships, particularly focusing on the concept of pseudo recovery from eating disorders. They explore how individuals can feel stuck in a state of recovery that doesn't fully address their underlying issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding body image, internal motivations, and …
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What’s Up With All The Bad Leads (& How to Fix It) | Chris Behan & Natalie Russo
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48:05EPISODE 238: Do your leads suddenly suck? It’s not just you! Many home improvement business owners who have been running thriving businesses for years are now finding themselves with bad leads, declining lead volume, or both. And yet SOME businesses are having their best months ever. So, what exactly is going on with leads? There’s no stopping the …
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[Interview] PCOS + Diabetes with Wendy Lopez (from Diabetes Digital)
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30:13Julie Duffy Dillon talks with Wendy Lopez about the intricate relationship between PCOS and diabetes. They explore the implications of insulin resistance, the role of nutrition, and the impact of GLP-1 medications on managing these conditions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding personal health without the stigma of blame, a…
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[Chat] GLP-1, Gentle Nutrition in LIVE Q + A
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38:03Julie, Coleen Bremner, and Rachel Popik celebrate the launch of Julie's book, 'Find Your Food Voice.' They discuss various topics including gentle nutrition, the impact of GLP-1 medications on diet culture, and share insights from the book. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding one's food voice and navigating away from diet culture,…
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Top Tips to Hire a Second-In-Command You Can Trust | Cameron Herold
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48:53EPISODE 237: You’ve poured everything you have into your home improvement business. You’re overwhelmed, stuck doing everything yourself... unable to grow beyond a certain point because you cannot find or attract the A-players you need. Here’s the truth: true growth and freedom only come once you hire the right second-in-command. A trusted right-han…
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[Chat] Gigi Hadid, Hairspray, and Size Diversity in live Diet Culture IRL
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27:20Julie Duffy Dillon celebrates the launch of her book, 'Find Your Food Voice,' with Rachel Popik and Coleen Bremner, while discussing the intersection of diet culture and representation in musical theater. They delve into the recent controversy surrounding Gigi Hadid's casting in a Hairspray project, exploring the implications of body diversity and …
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[Mini-Session] How do I stop the food noise
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25:29Julie Duffy Dillon discusses the concept of 'food noise'—the incessant thoughts about food and the compulsion to eat. She explores the roots of food noise, including diet trauma, and offers strategies to manage it effectively. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological aspects of food noise and how to cultivate a …
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The True Story Behind His $250M Garage Door Empire | Tommy Mello
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1:06:26EPISODE 236: When you look at incredibly successful 9-figure home improvement businesses—the kind that have absolutely exploded and are raking in gobs of cash (and notoriety), you may wonder how what THEY do applies to what YOU could do in your own business Well, if you think your business is too small and their methods won’t apply, then I strongly…
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[Chat] What it means to Find Your Food Voice in the Trump administration
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35:18Julie Duffy Dillon, along with guests Coleen Bremner and Rachel Popik, discuss the importance of rejecting diets, the emotional connections we have with food, and the political implications of diet culture in today's society. They celebrate the launch of Julie's new book, which aims to empower individuals to find their food voice and navigate their…
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[Letter] My food voice keeps telling me to binge…or am I doing it wrong?
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22:17Julie Duffy Dillon discusses her new book, 'Find Your Food Voice,' and explores the complex relationship individuals have with food, particularly in the context of diet culture. She addresses the cycle of dieting, the emotional and psychological impacts of restrictive eating, and offers insights on how to break free from the diet trap. Through list…
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How to Rewire Your Brain for Success | Briana Hetherington
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44:41EPISODE 235: Most people, entrepreneurs and home improvement business owners included, believe that success is the secret to happiness. But what if it was the other way around? What if cultivating a positive mindset and a happy outlook is the key to achieving everything you want in life? This is exactly what I discuss in this week’s episode of The …
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[Interview] Weed and Intuitive Eating with Leah Kern
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32:37Julie Duffy Dillon and Leah Kern explore the intersection of intuitive eating and cannabis use. They discuss the challenges of binge eating while high, the importance of understanding one's motivations for using cannabis, and practical tips for managing food relationships in altered states. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-compassion a…
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[Interview] Diabetes and Intuitive Eating with Janice Dada
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47:04Julie Duffy Dillon and Janice Dada discuss the intersection of intuitive eating and diabetes. They explore the misconceptions surrounding diabetes management, the importance of a non-diet approach, and the role of self-care in managing blood sugar levels. Janice shares insights from her book, 'Intuitive Eating for Diabetes,' highlighting the four p…
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How This Roofer Tripled Profit With EOS | Bill Burkhardt Jr.
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40:57EPISODE 234: If you’re not using EOS yet, then chances are you’re missing out on a proven system to gain traction towards real results across many areas of your home improvement business. Implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is such a surprisingly simple way to break through team, process, and prioritization issues and take your …
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