Best Solid Responder Podcasts (2025)

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From Reacting to Responding: Building Resilience After Divorce 29:30

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36m ago29:30

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The emotional rollercoaster of divorce can leave us feeling like we're constantly in survival mode, reacting to every text, comment, or situation with immediate emotion rather than thoughtful response. This heightened state keeps us stuck in cycles that prevent healing and forward movement. I’m talking about this common struggle by exploring the di…

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4Player Podcast #848 - The Hot-for-Hornet Show (Hollow Knight Silksong, Nintendo Direct Recap, New Release Dates Revealed, and More!) 1:58:05

37m ago1:58:05

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What is there to say? Hollow Knight Silksong is out and we have played a bunch of it. In fact, the game is so good that it brought Ed out of hiding and onto the podcast for the first time since our 2025 Fantasy Critic Draft! After slobbing all over Silksong, we take some time to recap this week's big Nintendo Direct and the abundance of announcemen…

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Rediscovering Your Decision-Making Power After Divorce 35:21

7d ago35:21

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Standing in your kitchen at 8 PM, staring at unwashed dishes and feeling completely overwhelmed by the simplest decisions? You're experiencing what many women face after divorce which is decision paralysis. Even when you absolutely knew ending your marriage was right, the decision fatigue that comes after can leave you questioning your ability to c…

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4Player Podcast #847 - The Juice Box Show (Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, No Man's Sky: Voyagers, and More!) 1:36:50

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As the clock ticks down toward the looming release of Hollow Knight Silksong, we say goodbye to a bygone era. Strangely enough, that era ends with us revisiting three established franchises with vastly different approaches to modernization. Nick and Chris Davis talk about the impressive - but slightly unambitious - remake, Metal Gear Solid Delta: S…

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The Power of Living in the Gray: Escaping Black and White Thinking After Divorce 26:11

18d ago26:11

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Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I guess this is just how my life is now," or "There's nothing I can do to make this better"? That's the trap of black and white thinking or all-or-nothing thinking. This is a mental habit that convinces us we have no control over our life, especially during divorce. In this episode, I dive deep into how blac…

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4Player Podcast #846 - The Derek Show (Sword of the Sea, Heartworm, Deadlock, Lumines Arise Demo, and More!) 1:46:32

11d ago1:46:32

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This is not a drill. Hollow Knight Silksong not only has a release date... It's NEXT WEEK! As exciting as that is, we have to deal with the here and now. Brad tries his best to talk about Sword of the Sea without mentioning Journey but fails miserably. Nick delves into Heartworm, a 2025 indie horror game that harkens back to the days of PS1-era sur…

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Unhappily Ever After? The Exit Signs You're Ignoring 22:46

28d ago22:46

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Are you constantly making excuses for your partner's behavior? Walking on eggshells in your own home? Pretending to be asleep when they come to bed? Your intuition might be trying to tell you something important about your marriage. Society conditions us to believe marriage should last forever, that we must honor our vows "for better or worse." But…

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4Player Podcast #845 - A Diddy when You're Tootin (Gamecom Opening Night Live 2025 Recap, Hollow Knight Silksong Updates, Fumes, and More!) 1:38:01

18d ago1:38:01

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Gamescom 2025 kicked off this week in Germany so we devoted most of this episode to recapping the news and announcements coming out of the Opening Night Live ceremony! This includes updates for highly anticipated games like Routine, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Resident Evil Requiem, and more! Believe it or not, there is also big news to report rega…

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Grounded Swaying: Reconnecting with Your Body's Wisdom Post-Divorce 16:09

1M ago16:09

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Feeling like the ground beneath you has shifted after divorce? You're not alone. That sense of instability, of losing your foundation, is one of the most challenging aspects of divorce recovery. But what if reconnecting with your body could help you find your footing again? This episode of Becoming You Again explores what it truly means to feel gro…

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4Player Podcast #844 - The Assault Class Show (Battlefield 6 Beta, Ooo, Octopath Traveler 2, and More!) 1:18:14

24d ago1:18:14

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Nick's making random gaming decisions again but it gives us a chance to revisit Octopath Traveler II; An RPG that didn't get a ton of coverage from us when it first released. Before the onslaught of AAA releases hits, Brad keeps the flow of indie darlings flowing. This week, he talks about Ooo and Is this Seat Taken; both of which are worth your at…

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From Transactional to Unconditional: Rebuilding Your Relationship with Yourself 25:23

1M ago25:23

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Self-love shouldn't come with conditions, yet so many of us hold ourselves hostage to impossible standards. I’m tackling this concept of "transactional self-love" in this throwback episode. Transactional self-love are the unconscious bargains we make with ourselves, promising kindness and acceptance only after certain benchmarks are met. We've all …

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4Player Podcast #843 - The No Manual Show (Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4, Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and More!) 1:07:07

1M ago1:07:07

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We're coming in hot this week! You may not know this but 2025 is the year of the ninja! Brad brings his thoughts on two new 2D entries in classic ninja franchises: Ninja Gaiden Ragebound and the demo for the upcoming Shinobi: Art of Vengeance! Nick digs a little deeper into Donkey Kong Bananza which might go down as the best "baby-game" ever made. …

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Mastering Life Alone After Divorce: Throwback Episode 24:30

2M ago24:30

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The first night alone in your own home can be extremely challenging after divorce. For some of us, it's a completely new experience – I was 39 years old before I ever spent a night completely alone in a house. But what starts as overwhelming can transform into something unexpectedly liberating. This episode explores five essential strategies for na…

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Grounded Cafecito Conversations for First Responders_S1_E1 - Grounded 1:04:12

2M ago1:04:12

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YOU’RE INVITED: First Responders Unite for a Live Cafecito Conversation Grab your coffee and join us for Grounded, a candid, real-time Live gathering for first responders from all walks—fire, EMS, law enforcement, emergency management, and beyond. In the field, we find moments of connection during cafecito breaks. Grounded brings that same energy o…

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LLMs, Lies, and the Leadership We Need 40:26

2M ago40:26

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Send us a text This episode isn’t about AI. Not really. It’s about the stories we tell ourselves about technology, power, and what we’re allowed to feel. Nick and Brad take apart the myth of inevitability around artificial intelligence—specifically large language models (LLMs)—and ask who benefits from that myth. Spoiler: it’s not you. Nick’s viral…

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Guilt-Free Divorce: Permission to Live Authentically 18:56

2M ago18:56

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Divorce guilt can be overwhelming, especially when it's tangled with religious upbringing, family expectations, and concerns about your children. In this deeply personal episode, I open my heart about the guilt I carried after ending my 20-year marriage, particularly how my Mormon background shaped my beliefs that divorce wasn't a viable option and…

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4Player Podcast #842 - The Smooth Body Show (Donkey Kong Bananza, Luto, Promise Mascot Agency, and More!) 1:42:36

2M ago1:42:36

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This week brings MORE Superman chit-chat now that our resident comic-book expert has seen the film! Brad talks about Promise Mascot Agency which feels like a bizarre mini-game ripped straight out of Yakuza. Of course, we also dig into Donkey Kong Bananza; The Nintendo Switch 2's first "killer app!" Nick also delivers early impressions of Luto which…

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Divorce Gives Women the Best of Both Worlds 20:12

2M ago20:12

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Imagine finding a secret perk to divorce that transforms everything about how you see yourself, your life, and your future. That's exactly what this episode uncovers – the extraordinary gift that divorce offers women: the ability to have the best of both worlds. Most divorced women struggle with guilt for focusing on themselves, feeling trapped bet…

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4Player Podcast #841 - The Dreaded Bottom-Line Show (Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, The Wonderful 101, Xbox Layoffs / Cancellations, and More!) 2:05:47

2M ago2:05:47

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It's a week of highs and lows! Unfortunately, Xbox was hit with another wave of layoffs and high-profile cancellations including the likes of Perfect Dark and Everwild. It's not all bad news bears though. We cover the new Superman movie, revisit The Wonderful 101, and delve deeper into the insane and wonderful world of Death Stranding 2: On the Bea…

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Should Jobs Still Require Degrees? 30:24

2M ago30:24

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Send us a text On this episode, we tackle a longstanding battle that has nearly boiled over: the role of college in career-preparation. Or, more specifically, why do hiring managers still require degrees for new roles? And should they? The old biases persist: many hiring managers still view a degree as a shorthand for maturity, responsibility, and …

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Embracing the Darkness of Divorce To Find The Light 20:26

2M ago20:26

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The darkness of divorce creates the space for our rebirth as we learn to reject society's harmful narratives and embrace our authentic transformation. Darkness gets a bad rep, especially during divorce, but what if it's actually the birthplace of transformation? Drawing inspiration from Lyz Lenz's book "This American Ex-Wife," in this episode of Be…

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Healing From Divorce Without Shame 20:17

3M ago20:17

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Grief is an inevitable part of divorce, but the shame and judgment that often accompany it? Those are completely optional. In this episode, I explore why so many of us pile unnecessary suffering onto our natural grief during divorce—whether it's shame about past behaviors, feeling we weren't "enough," or guilt about hurting others, especially our c…

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4Player Podcast #840 - The Green Sheep Show (Blue Prince, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Chronicles of the Wolf, and More!) 1:56:37

2M ago1:56:37

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Before diving into the depths of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, we take a detour to return to Blue Prince now that Nick has given himself to the game. Brad talks about the new Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update and highlights Chronicles of the Wolf; a well made homage to classic Castlevania. Chris Davis surprises the group with a game off his exte…

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Healing from Resentment After Divorce 21:00

3M ago21:00

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Divorce creates the perfect breeding ground for resentment - that heavy, persistent feeling that can linger for years after your marriage ends. But what if you could finally set down that emotional burden? This episode dives deep into understanding what really fuels your post-divorce resentment. Through practical exercises and thoughtful guidance, …

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4Player Podcast #839 - Our Most Anticipated Games for the Rest of 2025 (18 Upcoming Games to Keep an Eye On in the Back Half of 2025) 1:59:36

3M ago1:59:36

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We're basically half way through 2025 so we brought back the Top 3 podcast this week to talk about the games that have our attention in the 2nd half of the year. We each run through our personal Top 3 most anticiapted games in the first half and then we do a bonus round in the back half that focuses on our more unexpected choices. All-in-all, this …

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How Divorce Can Actually Be Good For Your Kids 30:39

3M ago30:39

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Divorce guilt is one of the heaviest burdens mothers carry, particularly when it comes to our children. We're bombarded with messages about "staying together for the kids," research on divorce's negative impacts, and cultural narratives that paint divorced families as inherently damaged. But what if we've been looking at this all wrong? In this epi…

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4Player Podcast #838 - The Melon Head Show (Dune: Awakening, Mario Kart World, Summer Game Fest Recap, and More!) 2:17:27

3M ago2:17:27

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A lot has transpired in the world of gaming since our last recording. Summer Game Fest brought us a bundle of exciting announcements - including Resident Evil Requiem - and the Nintendo Switch 2 officially launched! We give some initial thoughts on the new hardware and Mario Kart World and do a quick recap of the SGF highlights. On top of that, Kri…

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Ep. 36 The Full Armor of God: The Shield of Faith 34:54

3M ago34:54

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About the Podcast In this episode of The Foundation Hangout, Pastor Brian and Savannah discuss the Shield of Faith, drawing from Ephesians 6:16. They explore how faith acts as a defense against doubt, pride, and temptation, which they describe as the "flaming arrows of the evil one". They emphasize that faith comes from hearing the word of God and …

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Remix Culture and the Scraped Internet 28:18

3M ago28:18

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Send us a text In this introspective and timely episode, Brad and Nick take on a deceptively simple question: Do we really own our ideas anymore? Prompted by Nick’s recent experience of having his writing lifted and reposted—sometimes respectfully, sometimes not—the conversation weaves through authorship, digital ethics, AI scraping, and the deeper…

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The 5-4-3-2-1 Technique: A Simple Path to Post-Divorce Nervous System Regulation 7:41

3M ago7:41

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Struggling to feel grounded after your divorce? The path forward begins with something surprisingly simple: being present. When we're caught in the cycle of regret about the past or anxiety about the future, genuine healing remains out of reach. In this episode I’ll share a powerful yet straightforward technique that can transform how you navigate …

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Reclaiming Your Future After Divorce 21:55

3M ago21:55

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What happens when the future you've always planned for suddenly disappears? After divorce, many women find themselves trapped in a pit of despair, believing their chance at happiness vanished along with their marriage. But what if this challenging transition actually offers an unexpected gift – the freedom to design a future that truly resonates wi…

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4Player Podcast #837 - Gamer Hanukkah Returns (Summer Game Fest Predictions, Pipistrello and the Cursed YoYo, Deliver at all Costs, and More!) 2:08:27

4M ago2:08:27

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With E3 a thing of the past, Brad officially dubs early June as "Gamer Hanukkah" (more commonly known as Summer Game Fest) - A week (or more) long celebration of the gaming industry that comes with a boat load of big gaming announcements and reveals! We devote the entire first segment to talking about our expectations and dreams for the event, incl…

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The Emotional Rollercoaster of Divorce: Finding Solid Ground After the Free Fall 35:30

4M ago35:30

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When the emotional waves of divorce hit unexpectedly, leaving you wondering if you've somehow failed at healing, know this: you're experiencing grief in its most natural form. Grief during divorce isn't a linear journey with neat stages and timelines—it's an unpredictable rollercoaster that can send you soaring one day and plummeting the next. The …

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4Player Podcast #836 - The Illness Incubation Show (Monster Train 2, Labyrinth of the Demon King, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and More!) 1:45:29

3M ago1:45:29

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Brad's home has been invaded by Covid once again but not even that can stop Brad from digging into the hotly anticipated new deck-builder, Monster Train 2! Nick shovels more "Nick-slop" in the form of lo-fi indie horror game, Labyrinth of the Demon King and Chris Davis delves deeper into DOOM: The Dark Ages! We also talk Mission Impossible and try …

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Nick Power: The Essential Art of Being Real on the Internet 46:17

4M ago46:17

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Send us a text In this wide-ranging interview style episode, host Nick Richtsmeier sits down with one of the most unexpected and impactful voices on LinkedIn in 2025: Nick Power, the marketer and writer behind a wave of unfiltered, politically-aware, and often hilarious posts that challenged the business-as-usual tone of the platform. What began as…

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Ep. 35; The Full Armor of God: The Shoes Of The Gospel Of Peace 33:07

4M ago33:07

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In this episode of The Foundation Hangout, Pastor Brian and Savannah discuss the shoes of the gospel of peace, which is part of the armor of God described in Ephesians 6:15. They explore the two purposes of the shoes: providing strength and stability to stand firm against attacks and enabling believers to walk and spread the gospel message. They em…

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Expanding Yourself to Live Fully After Divorce 35:56

4M ago35:56

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Have you ever noticed how society teaches women to shrink, stay small, and remain quiet? From childhood, we're conditioned to take up less space physically and emotionally, to soften our opinions, and to prioritize everyone else's comfort above our own. After divorce, this pattern often intensifies as uncertainty looms large. But what if divorce ac…

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4Player Podcast #835 - The Doom and Gloom Show (DOOM: The Dark Ages, Skin Deep, Blades of Fire, and More!) 1:50:24

4M ago1:50:24

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Don't let the episode title fool you, it's not all doom and gloom this week... DOOM: The Dark Ages is out and we dig into what it gets right and wrong; Regardless of it's faults, it's still great to see DOOM thriving in the year of our (dark) lord, 2025. Brad suspects that Mercury Steam may have lucked into creating a hidden gem with their latest I…

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Is "Politics" Breaking Work? 42:30

4M ago42:30

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Send us a text In this timely and unfiltered episode, Brad and Nick explore the increasingly tangled relationship between politics and work culture. They ask the central question: Has politics become so pervasive that it’s breaking our ability to lead, work, and think clearly? Key Themes: The Blurring Line Between Culture and Politics: Brad and Nic…

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Breaking the Cycle: Healthy Communication After Divorce 23:50

4M ago23:50

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Communication patterns can make or break relationships, and understanding the destructive "Four Horsemen" identified by relationship expert John Gottman can help you build healthier connections after divorce. Being able to recognize these patterns in yourself gives you the power to change your communication style for all future relationships. Criti…

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4Player Podcast #834 - What does Chris Davis Watch? (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Bionic Bay, Giant Bomb went Independent, and More!) 1:28:51

4M ago1:28:51

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Next week is gonna be big but the calm before the storm comes in the form of more in-depth impressions of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33; An undeniably impressive RPG for the modern age that wears nostalgia on it's sleeve. Brad makes a strong case for playing Bionic Bay and Nick talks about the experience of replaying The Last of Us: Part II alongside…

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Thoughts vs. Facts: Reclaiming Your Power in Divorce 31:44

4M ago31:44

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We've all been there—those moments during divorce when our minds spiral with thoughts that feel absolutely true: "I wasn't good enough," "I've ruined my children's lives," or "I'll never recover from this." But what if these certainties are simply stories your brain has constructed, not objective facts? In this episode, I reveal how the thoughts do…

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4Player Podcast #833 - The Brand Safety Show (The New Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer, the Games Media Culling of 2025, StarVaders, and More!) 1:55:49

4M ago1:55:49

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On Brad's birthday episode, we talk about games journalism being culled in the name of "brand safety" - a concept completely foreign to us here at 4Player. We also dissect the shiny new trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, analyze some outrageous claims from Chris Davis that relate to our Game of the Year lists, and let Brad get his nerd on when talkin…

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Can You Stlll Sell on Fear? 40:04

5M ago40:04

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, Nick and Brad unpack how fear has traditionally been used as a primary tool in marketing and communication—from political campaigns and media to brand messaging. Drawing on personal experience in marketing and spiritual development, they challenge whether fear-based messaging is still effective or e…

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Fear Isn't the Boss: Trusting Your Intuition During Divorce 28:44

5M ago28:44

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Ever notice how fear seems to drive every decision during divorce? That gnawing feeling in your stomach that whispers you're ruining everything—your future, your children's lives, your finances—even when you know leaving is the right choice. This invisible force keeps you frozen, making decisions from a place of survival rather than authentic wisdo…

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4Player Podcast #832 - The Tax Evasion Show (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist, Marathon Alpha, and More!) 1:49:34

5M ago1:49:34

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This Week on the Show: Discussion - Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Chaos (4:05) Impressions - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (15:15) Impressions - Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist (56:50) Impressions - Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 (1:09:50) Impressions - Marathon Alpha (1:23:20) 4Player Minute (1:34:30)By 4Player Network

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The False Sense of Safety in Certainty 30:00

5M ago30:00

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The power to feel emotionally safe, even when life feels uncertain, might be the greatest gift you can give yourself after divorce. But our brains make this challenging in ways you might not realize. Have you ever wondered why leaving an unhappy marriage feels so terrifying, even when you know it's the right choice? The answer lies in how your brai…

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Body Ownership: A Somatic Practice 8:19

5M ago8:19

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Feeling powerless in your divorce? That's exactly when you need this simple yet profound somatic practice for reclaiming ownership of your body and presence. During the most challenging times of divorce, we often feel like everything's spiraling beyond our control – legal proceedings, relationship dynamics, and major life transitions can leave us d…

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4Player Podcast #831 - The Hustle Button Show (South of Midnight, Blue Prince, The Last of Us Season 2, and More!) 2:06:06

5M ago2:06:06

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This week's discussion topics: First Thoughts - The Last of Us Season 2 (7:55) Impressions - Nubby's Number Factory (15:40) Impressions - South of Midnight (27:20) News - Nintendo Switch 2 price expected to rise due to tariffs (46:50) Impressions - Blue Prince (53:52) Fantasy Critic Updates (1:25:40) 4Player Minute (1:43:00)…

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Passion Week Special: 7 Statements Jesus Made On The Cross 35:28

5M ago35:28

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About the Podcast This podcast, hosted by Pastor Brian and Savannah, explores the seven statements Jesus made from the cross during Passion Week. The discussion delves into the theological and cultural significance of these statements, reflecting on Jesus' sacrifice, fulfillment of prophecy, and the message of salvation. Key Takeaways (03:12) Jesus…