Best Sandy Patterson Podcasts (2025)

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ep. 117 Leave Your 9–5: Self-Trust, Momentum & the Goldilocks Zone for New Coaches with Brooke Summer Adams 40:48

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Mindset mentor and business coach Brooke Summer Adams joins me this week to unpack what it really takes for new and aspiring coaches to leave the 9–5, build self-trust, and create predictable momentum in their businesses. We bust the myth that employment is the “safe” option, reframe “ready” as a decision (not a feeling), and dig into Brooke’s Entr…

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Friends of Big Bear Valley: The Story of Jackie & Shadow with Sandy Steers 50:00

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Sandy Steers is the Executive Director of Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), a non-profit in Big Bear Lake, California, dedicated to protecting and preserving wildlife habitat across the 15-mile Big Bear Valley in the San Bernardino National Forest. At the heart of the valley is an active bald eagle nest—home to Jackie and Shadow. Through FOBBV’s …

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ep. 116 Building a Values-Aligned Coaching Business with Kristi Chaves 29:48

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In this inspiring episode, I sit down with business coach Kristi Chaves to explore what it really takes to build a business that outlives trends and supports the life you want to live. Kristi shares her unique background of growing up with entrepreneurial parents, becoming a coach at 21, and intentionally shaping a business model that allows her to…

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NASA JPL: Utilizing National Parks for Space Exploration with Dr. Morgan Cable 1:03:36

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Dr. Morgan Cable is a research scientist at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California. Her mission is to help answer one of humanity’s biggest questions: are we alone in the universe? In this episode, we explore how NASA uses national parks as analog sites to study the landscapes of other worlds. Dr. Cable explains how these envi…

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ep. 115 Behind the Scenes Coaching: Strategy Session Insights for Consistent Clients & Revenue 15:52

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Are you doing “all the things” in your coaching business but still wondering if it’s actually working? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m sharing real snippets from a private strategy session that highlight the exact challenges most coaches face when they’re growing but craving consistency. You’ll hear answers to three powerful questions every …

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James Patterson - Roses are Red 12:24

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James Patterson is a phenomenon. His skill as a storyteller has made him very wealthy. David Freeman met him in London to talk about his sixth Alex Ross story 'Roses are Red', when the paperback was first published in the UK.By David Freeman

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ep. 114 Why Doing More Won’t Get You Clients (and What Actually Will) 18:12

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Feeling like you’re spinning your wheels trying to do all the things to grow your coaching business? The truth is- doing more isn’t the answer. It’s about focusing on the right things with the limited time you do have. In this episode, I’m breaking down: ⭐️ The three core areas I focus on every week to grow my business ⭐️ How I make money without a…

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R.J.B. Bosworth on Mussolini, Gitta Sereny tells of attending a Hitler rally, Donna Leon talks about her Venetian detective and Hugo Vickers talks about Princess Andrew. 55:20

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Prince Andrew has been in the news. In this episode Hugo Vickers discusses his biography of Alice, Princess Andrew of Greece mother of the Duke of Edinburgh: Donna Leon tells the story of her novel “Wilful Behaviour “ set in Venice: R.J.B. Bosworth recounts his research into the life of Mussolini and Gitta Sereny remembers Germany in the 1930s as t…

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Angus Hanton - Vassal State 21:47

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This unsettling book examines the astonishing extent of American ownership of UK business. In a Trump world this could be even more of a cause for concern Whether you are interested in 'taking back control' or how much of our day to day financial transactions happen via the US, you will find this fascinating and possibly horrifying.…

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Catherine Nixey - Heresy : Jesus Christ and other sons of God 26:00

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As the American President declares that he has been saved by God to make his country great again, I find it impossible not to wonder about the precise nature of the deity that he professes to believe in. Are Donald and his advisers familiar with the writings that are the basis of his religion? This book by Catherine Nixey is terrific - its a revela…

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Spike Milligan 12:31

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Recently there has been a surge of on line interest in the anarchic radio comedy The Goon Show. The genuis behind the comrdy was Spike Milligan . In this episode Spike talks to David Freeman about his life in comedy, The Goons, and the mental health problems that dogged his life after he was blown up by a wartime bomb.…

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ep. 113 Four Game-Changing Shifts That Took My Online Coaching Business From Stuck to Scaling 20:59

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If you’ve been showing up, putting in the work, and wondering why the results still aren’t matching your effort- it’s not that you’re missing “the secret.” It’s that you’re focusing on the wrong things. In this episode, I’m sharing four powerful shifts that helped my online coaching business finally gain momentum and start producing real results- w…

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Andrew Lownie - Entitled 22:42

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Andrew Lownie has spent four years researching the lives of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, the Duke and Duchess of York. The book is full of dramatic details of lives spent sailing very close to the wind but mostly protected by their royal status. What Andrew Lownie tells me will stop you in your tracks.…

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Rocky Mountain National Park: Large Mammal Ecology with Park Ranger Will Deacy 48:39

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Will Deacy is the Large Mammal Ecologist at Rocky Mountain National Park, where he plays a key role in managing some of the park’s most iconic wildlife. With a background that includes grizzly bear research on Kodiak Island in Alaska, Will brings a wealth of experience to his work with Rocky’s booming elk and moose populations—species that have flo…

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Andrew Lownie - Traitor King : The Scandalous Exile of the Duke & Duchess of Windsor. 20:57

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. Being royal is not a job you can apply for. If you decide to walk away from your royal identity or are pushed away from it just what are you left with? This book,'Traitor King', tells the story of an inglorious royal. It is a shocking example of what happens when inherited status is randomly given to a person who is clearly not up to the task. Th…

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Rocky Mountain National Park: Climbing, Wilderness & SAR with Park Ranger Mike Lukens 58:18

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In this episode, we sit down with Mike Lukens, who has dedicated over 15 years to Rocky Mountain National Park and currently serves as the Climbing and Wilderness Program Supervisor. Mike oversees critical aspects of the park's operations, including Search and Rescue (SAR) efforts, ensuring visitor safety across its vast wilderness. Beyond his admi…

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ep. 112 Executive Function, Emotional Regulation, and Overwhelm: What Every Coach Needs to Know with Georgia & Christine 29:04

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If you’ve ever wondered why you feel so scattered, overwhelmed, or like your brain just won’t cooperate some days- this episode is a must-listen. I’m joined by Georgia and Christine, two brilliant business owners and executive function coaches, to talk about what executive function really is, why it matters for entrepreneurs, and how understanding …

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The two Johns behind QI, Sandi Toksvig, Jon Ronson and philosopher Simon Blackburn on being good 48:17

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The Cotswolds are in the news,but before the area was discovered by rich Americans it was a fertile area for thought and creativity. The village of Great Tew was where John Lloyd and John Mitchinson met. They both lived there in historic cottages. This is where they came up with the idea of the TV show QI. In this episode they introduce their Book …

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Rocky Mountain National Park: Park History & General Information with Park Ranger Kyle Patterson 1:03:40

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Kyle Patterson is the Public Affairs Officer at Rocky Mountain National Park. For the past 23 years, she’s served as a Park Ranger, dedicating her career to community engagement and media relations. In this episode, Kyle and I dive into what makes Rocky Mountain one of America’s most iconic national parks. We explore the park’s rich history, how vi…

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ep. 111 How to Overcome Fear of Visibility and Show Up Confidently as a Coach with Louisa Mae 29:27

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Are you holding back in your coaching business because showing up online feels too uncomfortable? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Louisa Mae- confidence and visibility coach- who shares how she went from hiding offline to helping coaches boldly show up on camera and connect authentically. We talk about: 🎙 How to overcome fear of bein…

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Mesa Verde National Park: Archeology & Human History with Archeologists Carole Graham & Laura Brumbaugh 48:19

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In this episode, I’m joined by Carole Graham and Laura Brumbaugh, two archaeologists from Mesa Verde National Park. We explore their roles within the park, what makes the Mesa Verde region such a culturally rich and significant place, and the deep, continuous human history that has unfolded here over thousands of years. I'm incredibly grateful to h…

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Edwina Currie - This Honorable House 16:44

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Edwina Currie was a Tory MP from 1983 to 1997. She became Junior Health Minister for 2 years and famously had an affair with John Major, who became Prime Minister. The relationship lasted 4 years. David Freeman met her when her novel This Honourable House was first published. Prior to this, and her second marriage she had written Chasing Men. Inter…

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Clive James 20:21

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There is much thought about memoirs at the moment. Salt Paths etc. Clive James wrote memoirs but he always declared they were 'unreliable'. Maybe that is the nature of memory and memoir? Clive James died in 2019 after a long illness. This conversation with David Freeman was recorded in 2001 when Clive was excited by the internet and somewhat fearfu…

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Mesa Verde National Park: Ancestral History & Significance with Indigenous Ranger Satchel Martin 47:49

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Satchel Martin is an Indigenous Ranger Intern at Mesa Verde National Park. Satchel is a part of the Hopi Tribe of Arizona and shares with us his special and personal perspective of the ancestral history and significance of Mesa Verde. I am so thankful for this conversation with Satchel. His personal stories and experiences are so special to listen …

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ep. 110 My First week as a full-time coach: What it’s really like to step into CEO mode 10:07

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What’s it really like when you stop your “real job” or your "safety net" and go all-in on your coaching business? In this behind-the-scenes mini episode, I share my raw, real-time reflections from my first week not teaching barre and running my business full-time. You’ll hear: ➡️ How I’m adjusting to life as a full-time coach ➡️ What’s really going…

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Robert Winder - Three Rivers 26:47

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This book is as exploration of the rich and varied cultural worlds shaped by the Rhine, the Rhone and the Po. Three Rivers traces the rivers' journeys from their glacial sources through Germany, Itals and France. Its an entertaining and informative story. A great holiday read!By David Freeman

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Mesa Verde National Park: Park History & General Information with Park Ranger Dalton Dorrell 53:10

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Dalton Dorrell is a Supervisory Park Ranger that focuses on Education, Community Outreach, and Interpretation at Mesa Verde National Park. In our conversation together, Ranger Dalton and I chatted through Mesa Verde's incredible history, tips and tricks for visitors, important safety rules and a whole lot more. Dalton is from south-western Colorado…

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park: Natural & Cultural Resources with Park Ranger Brinnen Carter 1:15:25

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Brinnen Carter is the Chief of Resources at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. In this episode, Ranger Brinnen and I chat all about the incredible natural and cultural resources of the Black Canyon. From traditional hunting grounds for ancient tribes to learning all about the individuals that make up the resource team, Brinnen shares fasci…

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ep. 109 A behind the scenes look at what I’ve been working on with my coach 1:02:55

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My mentor (Em Hass) and I hosted a call last week and it was a fun peek behind the scenes of what I've created over the past year and HOW I created success in my online coaching business. In this episode, you'll hear: 💅🏼 How I discovered why my work is the only obvious choice for my people, and how I own it. 💅🏼 My process for helping aspiring coach…

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park: Geology, Wildlife & Park Information with Park Ranger Lori Rome 1:02:42

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Lori Rome is the Chief of Interpretation at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. She's had an incredible career with the National Park Service, working at some of the premier parks in the United States. In this episode, Lori and I chat all about the Black Canyon - from Geology to wildlife and a whole lot more. Lori also shares tips for visit…

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Julian Hoffman- Lifelines 27:11

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Twenty five years ago Julian Hoffman and his wife Julia decided to leave their life in London and make a dramatic change. They would leave the city life with it's commuting hassles and move somewhere and live very different life On nothing more than a chance encounter with a book about it they moved to Prespa in northern Greece. They didn't speak t…

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Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: Archeology & Human History with Park Ranger Ree Rodgers 1:00:39

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Ree Rodgers is the first and only archeologist at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. She is deeply passionate about her work and the human stories that make up our history. In this episode, Ree and I chat all about archeology, it's purpose, and the human stories that tell the story of the Great Sand Dunes. I really appreciate Ree, her story…

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Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: Natural & Cultural Resources with Park Ranger Fred Bunch 43:50

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Fred Bunch is the Chief of Resources at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Fred is a native of Alamosa, Colorado, and has been working at Great Sand Dunes for nearly 40 years. Fred has a very important role in the park, tasked with protecting and preserving the park's natural and cultural resources. In this podcast, we chat about what those…

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ep. 108 The 3 things I do before I launch or sell an offer 32:48

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In this episode, I’m sharing my three-step PRE LAUNCH process for launching new offers. You’ve never heard launching talked about like this, and this will transform the way you think about launches. I’m sharing all about how these three things have transformed my approach to launching and selling, making my launch process more strategic and way les…

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Sir Martin Gilbert - Never Again - history of the Holocaust 18:28

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The appalling inhumanity still happening in the world makes this conversation distressingly relevant. There is the thought that some people are less human then others. This has to be challenged. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted on December 10th 1948. We now live in a world where the rights agreed in that document are widely ign…

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Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: Park Information with Park Ranger Sierra Willoughby 54:40

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Sierra Willoughby is the Chief of Interpretation at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Sierra has served at 11 different National Park Service sites and is the definition of a park steward. In this podcast, Sierra and I discuss Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, from park rules to ways visitors recreate. Sierra is a wonderful guest …

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Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: Fish Restoration & Wildlife with Park Ranger Dewane Mosher 52:43

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Dewane Mosher is a Park Ranger and Wildlife Biologist at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Dewane has had an interesting, and special, journey to the park service after spending two decades in the Army as a mechanic. In this episode, Dewane and I chatted about the incredible fish restoration story that has taken place in the waters that …

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ep. 107 If content creation feels like a soap opera in your mind- do this! 39:23

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In this episode, let’s dive and talk about how to transform your approach to content creation with mindset shifts and strategic planning. I’ll outline three key beliefs that have changed my perspective and three strategic approaches that help me create impactful content in 20 minutes or less from start to posted. content creation, mindset shift, bu…

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Tariq Ali - The Clash of Fundamentalisms : Christianity, Islam and Capitalism 21:37

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The effect of the Trump win reverberates around the globe. There seems to be perceived electoral advantage in fanning hate and intolerance and spreading intolerance the idea around the world. The Middle East is on a knife edge and the Ukraine war continues. Why is this? Is there any cause for optimism? Where do non rational beliefs and convictions …

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Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: Geology & Hydrology with Park Ranger Andrew Valdez 46:32

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Andrew Valdez is a Physical Scientist and is the first, and only, geologist at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. He is a native of Alamosa, Colorado - which is the gateway city to the Great Sand Dunes. Valdez was hired full-time with the NPS in 1994 and his work as a geologist helped lead the Great Sand Dunes to national park status. In …

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ep. 106 What to do when you feel like your clients aren't getting results 11:46

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In this IG Live, I’m going to give you some things to think about when you feel like your clients aren’t getting results. If you’ve ever felt like you’re convincing people to work with you to prove you’re a good coach, and you’re all in more than they are from the get, results are going to be tricky to get. Key question: What types of clients are y…

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Preparing for the Pacific Crest Trail with Ultrarunner Mak Regan 55:47

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Mak Regan is an ultrarunner based out of Colorado. Mak has an amazing running resume, including competing in multiple 100-mile races. In addition to running, Mak is a chemical engineer and has a passion for thru-hiking and the great outdoors. Soon, she will be taking off to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), a trail that spans 2,650 miles fro…

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ep. 105 A thing I did that I didn’t want to tell anyone about (and why I’m telling you now) 24:57

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In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes on decisions I’ve made in my business recently, how I took up space and asked for what I needed (instead of believing everything needs to be perfect and go exactly according to plan), and a thing I did that I didn’t want to tell anyone about. (And the reasons why I didn’t tell anyone and why I’m spi…

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Glacier National Park: Bears & Carnivores with Wildlife Biologist John Waller 1:21:41

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John Waller is a Park Ranger and Wildlife Biologist at Glacier National Park. He has spent over 20-years at the park and has accomplished many incredible feats during his tenure with the National Park Service. In this conversation, John and I go in-depth on grizzly bears and the carnivores that roam Glacier National Park. We cover grizzly behavior,…

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ep. 104 Zero Cling Sales Challenge appetizer 18:30

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In this audio from the Zero Cling Sales Challenge, I talk all about perfectionism, productive procrastination, and how these things are keeping you attached to your results. This is a little taster of the Zero Cling Sales Challenge I just hosted on Telegram! Holy cow, it was an AMAZING challenge with so many breakthroughs, ah-ha moments, and exactl…

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Glacier National Park: Geology, Park History & General Info with Park Ranger Diane Sine 46:15

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Park Ranger Diane Sine is a fixture at Glacier National Park. She's been recreating and working at the park for 45 summers and is currently the Lead Interpreter at Many Glacier. In this podcast, Diane and I chatted about her journey with the National Park Service, the geology of Glacier National Park, park history and general information surroundin…

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Colin Dexter - The Remorseful Day : Inventing Inspector Morse. 14:51

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Colin Dexter was a splendid writer. His creation Inspector Morse is superb on the page and just as gripping on television. I used to meet Colin in the pub on Banbury Road in Oxford, The Dew Drop. He was great company and almost completely unaware of his success and star quality. I recorded this conversation in his house after the publication of The…

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ep. 103 How to stop repelling clients and start attracting more success 20:49

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In this IG live episode, let’s dive into the "clingy cycle" that many of us find ourselves in—constantly seeking validation, over-delivering, and inadvertently pushing potential clients away. I’ll share personal anecdotes and practical strategies you can implement, like NOW, to help you shift from a place of desperation to one of confidence and aut…

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ep. 102 Getting out of the stage five clinger status you’re having with the results in business | Overcoming clingy energy in your business 25:49

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In this episode, we’re getting into something that literally no one talks about enough—clingy energy in business. You know that desperate, “please-like-me” vibe that can low-key scare off potential clients? Yeah, we’re unpacking that. I’m sharing my own cringey moments (because we’ve all been there), what attachment styles have to do with your mark…

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Joe Boyd discusses his memoir, White Bicycles:Making Music in the 1960s and his literary journey through global music, And the Roots of Rhythm Remain. 30:18

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Joe Boyd is a man about music, record producer, a film producer and author. He arrived in London in 1964 with Muddy Waters and a host of blues musicians who played to sold out UK audiences when they were unappreciated in their US homeland. In this conversation he talks about Nick Drake, Paul Simon, The Incredible String Band, Paul Butterfield, MIke…