Best Stacking The Bricks Podcasts (2025)

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32 | 4 Powerful Scripture Prayers for Perfect Peace in a Distracted World 22:04

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5h ago22:04

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What do you pray when your mind won’t settle? When your brain is buzzing and your soul feels scattered, you don’t need another digital wellness hack. You need peace. Real peace. And that starts with scripture-shaped prayers. In this episode, I’m walking you through 4 powerful scripture prayers that help anchor your mind when you feel distracted, ov…

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7+ FREE AI Tools African Youth Must Use Today (No Code); The Great Equalizer S1|E2 With Cedric Nwafor 12:48

7d ago12:48

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Ep. 2 — 7+ FREE AI Tools African Youth Must Use Today (No Code) We turn tech & AI into actions you can take today. Cedric shares a practical stack for builders: ChatGPT (with better prompts), Canva, CapCut, Notion, Lovable/Replit for quick websites, Gemini/Copilot/Claude/Perplexity for research & office tasks, and LoopCV/Rezi for global job hunts. …

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31 | Stop Checking Social Media Apps That Drain You With This Fun Speed Dating Method 16:54

7d ago16:54

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Ever feel like you’re dating five needy people at once… except they’re named Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Pinterest? Yeah. No wonder you’re exhausted. In this episode, I share a surprisingly fun way to break your compulsive “open-close-open-close” scrolling habit called Social Media Speed Dating. It’s not about quitting everything col…

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Every generation faces a turning point! This is ours!! This is our Moment!! 4:23

11d ago4:23

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Episode 1: This Is Our Moment The Great Equalizer launches with a clear thesis: stop “catching up” start compounding. Host Cedric Nwafor connects the dots between AI, technology, agriculture, and community to show how young Africans can learn, lead, and earn in today’s new era. You’ll hear why this moment matters, how access now lives in our phones…

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Welcome to The Great Equalizer (Teaser) — Why Now, Why Africa 1:27

13d ago1:27

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I’m Cedric Nwafor: Welcome to The Great Equalizer. This show is where we turn the noise of technology and AIinto practical moves for real life in Africa and across the diaspora. We’re living through a turning point. Instead of “catching up,” we’re building forward blending tech with agriculture, social enterprise, community service, business, and p…

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30 | 3 Listener Questions on Digital Distraction (That You're Probably Wondering Too) 15:18

14d ago15:18

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Ever wish you could just raise your hand mid-podcast and ask, “Wait, but what about…?” That’s exactly what we’re doing today. For the first time on Overcome Digital Distraction, I’m answering listener questions, the ones you’ve been emailing, DMing, and quietly wondering about. We’re getting real about: 1. Using social media without feeling drained…

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29 | The Dinner Table Reset: How to Create Screen-Free Family Dinners That Work 14:38

22d ago14:38

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Ever sat down for dinner and realized… no one’s actually there? The forks are clinking, the plates are being passed but eyes are glued to screens, minds are miles away, and conversation is replaced with the dreaded “Fine.” If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. I’m sharing my simple Five-Step Dinner Table Reset, a framework to help you r…

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28 | How to Turn Off Notifications in 5 Simple Steps Without Missing What Matters 18:47

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How often do your phone notifications pull you away from what matters most? You’re mid-conversation, mid-prayer, or finally making progress on a project—then ping. Just like that, your peace evaporates, your body tenses, and your brain shifts into reactive mode. It happens dozens of times a day. In this episode, I’m sharing practical ways to turn o…

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27 | Having Trouble Sleeping? The Blue Light Truth About Evening Screen Time Every Tired Person Needs to Know 15:55

1M ago15:55

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Ever feel physically tired but mentally wired when your head hits the pillow? You’re not crazy—and it’s not just stress. It’s probably blue light. Yep. The invisible kind glowing from your phone, your TV, even your overhead lights is hijacking your brain’s ability to rest. It suppresses melatonin, confuses your circadian rhythm, and leaves you wide…

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26 | Why Boredom is the Secret to Breaking Bad Digital Habits That No One Talks About 13:53

1M ago13:53

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In this episode, we flip the script on boredom—and reveal why it might just be the secret weapon you’ve been missing when it comes to breaking bad digital habits. Sounds too simple? Maybe. But that “I’m bored” feeling isn’t random —it’s a signal. A quiet nudge from your brain and your soul that you’re overdue for something deeper than distraction. …

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25 | Your Summer Screen Reset and the One Habit That Matters Most 17:25

2M ago17:25

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Summer’s here! BBQs, iced coffee, slower mornings...and maybe a few too many hours lost to screens. If you've caught yourself scrolling through dinner, binging Netflix instead of resting, or reaching for your phone before your Bible, you’re likely not the only one! In this episode, I’m inviting you to pause and take a summer screen reset. Not a ful…

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24 | How to Overcome the Urge to Check Your Phone (Again) 9:47

2M ago9:47

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Ever caught yourself opening your phone… closing it… and reopening it 10 seconds later? Yup. Been there. Done that. Probably did it this morning. 🙋‍♀️ If you’ve been wondering how to stop checking your phone all day long without even realizing it, this episode is for you. We’re getting soul-level honest about that reflexive reach and what to do ins…

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23 | How Screen Time Affects Relationships and Is Quietly Destroying Your Connection (And What to Do About It) 18:38

2M ago18:38

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In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the relational ripple effect of digital distraction and how our habits aren’t just personal… they’re contagious. Whether you’ve been called out for scrolling mid-convo or you’ve sat across from someone glued to their screen while you’re pouring your heart out, you know the tension I’m talking about. The tr…

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22 | Meet Brick: Stop Overriding Screen Time Limits With This Digital Wellness Device 17:15

2M ago17:15

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One Small Tap That Changes Everything: My Honest Review of the Brick Digital Wellness Device What if one small tap could help you stop scrolling, protect your peace, and reclaim your focus all without deleting every app on your phone or going off the grid? That’s exactly what I’ve been testing for the last 30 days. In this episode, I’m sharing my h…

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21 | When Digital Distraction Erodes Your Identity And Steals Your Name 15:39

3M ago15:39

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Ever felt like you're reacting to your life more than living it? Like the swirl of input is naming you faster than God's truth can remind you who you really are? I was standing in my kitchen, juggling a blinking to-do list and a phone full of notifications when this quiet thought slipped in: "I don't even know who I am right now." Not theologically…

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20 | Your Eyes Feeling Screen Fatigue? Overcome It with This 20-Second Habit to Reset Your Eyes and Mind 16:26

3M ago16:26

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Ever wrapped up your day with burning eyes or a pounding headache, wondering if your screen time is to blame? In this episode of Overcome Digital Distraction, I share my personal journey through digital eye strain and introduce you to the 20-20-20 rule, a simple, optometrist-approved habit that can transform your eye health and mental clarity. It's…

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19 | Leading Your Team Beyond Digital Distraction and Modeling What Matters 15:22

3M ago15:22

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What happens when you're trying to lead a team toward being focused while still struggling with your own digital habits? You're in a meeting. It's going well. Someone shares something vulnerable. Then your phone buzzes. You glance at it, just for a second, but the moment shifts. Trust thins. Connection breaks. You suddenly realize you're asking you…

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18 | 3-Step Digital Declutter: Transform Your Lock Screen, Home Screen, and Notifications to Reclaim Your Focus 15:00

3M ago15:00

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In today's episode, I'm sharing a simple but powerful 3-step digital declutter that focuses on what your eyes encounter countless times each day: your lock screen, home screen, and notifications. These small changes can dramatically shift your digital landscape and, more importantly, your spiritual attention. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why what …

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17 | Phone-Free Waiting: 3-Minute Moments That Transform Your Digital Wellness & Save 2 Hours a Week 13:34

4M ago13:34

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Those seemingly insignificant waiting moments throughout your day might be more valuable than you realize. This episode is an invitation to reclaim those small 3-minute pockets of time that we so often surrender to our screens – the doctor's waiting room, the grocery checkout line, the school pickup lane, the moments before a meeting starts. If you…

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16 | Analog Habits That Anchor Your Soul in a Fast-Paced Digital World 17:45

4M ago17:45

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You don’t need to toss your phone or move to the mountains to find peace but if you’ve been feeling distracted, drained, or disconnected… it might be time to do something different. This episode is an invitation to rediscover the quiet power of analog moments, not as a rejection of technology, but as a rhythm that restores what hustle culture has t…

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15 | How to Stop Multitasking: 5 Simple Habits to Reclaim Focus in a Distracted World 16:05

4M ago16:05

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Are you constantly juggling five things at once… but still feel behind, foggy, or frazzled? This week's podcast episode is a breath of fresh air. We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest myths of modern life: multitasking. It promises productivity but delivers overwhelm. If your mind feels cluttered, scattered, or perpetually behind, th…

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14 | How to Help Your Kids Break Phone Addiction (When You're Still Figuring It Out) 16:52

4M ago16:52

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You want to help your kids break phone addiction and be aware of their screen habits but you also find yourself scrolling, zoning out, or sneaking Instagram in the bathroom. So how do you lead well when you're still working on it too? In today’s episode of Overcome Digital Distraction, we’re getting real about one of the biggest parenting tensions …

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13 | How to Stop Comparing Yourself on Social Media and 3 Biblical Truths that Set You Free 15:00

5M ago15:00

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You didn’t mean to scroll for that long, but now you’re feeling off. You’re second-guessing your progress, your purpose… even your worth. Comparison doesn’t just make you feel bad, it distracts you from who God made you to be. In this episode, we’re naming the trap of comparison and how it sneaks in through our screens. More importantly, we’re unco…

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12 | Navigating the News: Staying Informed Without Getting Distracted and Overwhelmed 17:54

5M ago17:54

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In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most common and overlooked sources of digital distraction, the news. Whether you’re someone who casually checks headlines or finds yourself deep in the rabbit hole of doom-scrolling, this conversation will help you understand how today’s 24/7 news cycle is affecting your mind, mood, and spiritual clarit…

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11 | Tech Neck Is Real: How to Fix Neck Pain from Screen Time 22:02

5M ago22:02

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a sneaky consequence of our digital habits, tech neck. Whether you're hunched over a laptop, curled up with your phone, or binge-watching your favourite show, the way you hold your body during screen time may be contributing to chronic neck pain, shallow breathing, fatigue, and even anxiety. You’ll hear my pers…

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10 | How to Stop Mindless Scrolling for Good With One Spirit-Led Mindset Shift 11:51

5M ago11:51

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What if breaking free from digital distractions could start with one small, Spirit-led mindset shift? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the unconscious habits behind mindless scrolling and why the problem might not be your screen, but the automatic reach toward it. In this powerful and practical episode, you’ll discover how a simple pause …

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9 | Goodbye FOMO, Hello JOMO: Trade Digital Anxiety for Contentment 14:24

5M ago14:24

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Have you ever felt anxious about what you might be missing online? Today we're flipping the script on FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and embracing the powerful, peace-giving practice of JOMO - the Joy of Missing Out. In this episode, we dive into why intentionally disconnecting from digital noise can bring you greater contentment, presence, and joy. I'…

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8 | Dopamine, Screens, and Spiritual Warfare: The Hidden Battle for Your Attention 15:33

6M ago15:33

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Ever feel like your phone is reeling you in like a fish caught on a hook? You’re not imagining it. Today, we're diving into the brain science behind digital distraction, how dopamine hijacks your attention, and why this is more than just a habit issue, it’s a spiritual battle! From the hypnotic lure of screens to the way they rewire our brains for …

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7 | How to Rewire Your Brain and Break Your Phone Addiction in 5 Minutes a Day 26:42

6M ago26:42

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Does your hand automatically reach for your phone the moment boredom hits? Are notifications constantly hijacking your productivity and peace? You're not alone and you're not stuck. In this episode, you'll discover the science behind why digital habits form, how your brain builds these automatic behaviours, and most importantly how you can change t…

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6 | The Digital Detox You Need: Global Day of Unplugging to Find Rest in a Hyperconnected World 18:59

6M ago18:59

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If your relationship with screens feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. We wake up to notifications, scroll through distractions all day, and struggle to be still. But what if stepping away from technology for just one day could reset your mind, reclaim your focus, and bring a deep sense of peace? That’s exactly what we’re talking about on today’s …

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Manifest Your Dream Life with Lola Kolade 51:02

6M ago51:02

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Writer and digital creator Lola Kolade manifested every single detail about the life she’s living now — and she wants to teach you how to do it, too. Host Jillian Anthony (author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) talks to the inventor of Rat Girl Summer about her success on TikTok, embracing her identity as a writer, the quantum fields and …

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5 | Seeing Life in Colour: How Grayscale Transformed My Phone Habits 13:43

6M ago13:43

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Ever feel like your phone has too much pull over your attention? In this episode, I share a simple but powerful habit that transformed the way I interact with my phone. Switching to grayscale. What started as a short experiment turned into a game-changer, helping me break unconscious scrolling habits and see the beauty of life beyond my screen. Plu…

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4 | The Power of Your First Hour: One Habit That Can Transform Your Morning 19:46

7M ago19:46

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Be honest, do you check your phone before you even get out of bed? Maybe it’s your alarm, a quick glance at notifications, or just scrolling for a few minutes before starting the day. It seems harmless, right? But what if I told you this one small habit could be draining your mental energy, hijacking your focus, and even rewiring your brain before …

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3 | The 3-Day Digital Peace Plan: Your Simple Starting Point for Healthier Screen Habits 10:36

7M ago10:36

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If your relationship with screens feels complicated, you’re not alone. So many of us feel constantly connected but somehow more disconnected than ever. The good news? You don’t have to throw your phone in a lake to find real, deep, exhale-worthy peace. In this episode, I’m breaking down my 3-Day Digital Peace Plan, a simple yet powerful plan to hel…

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2 | 8 Hidden Ways Digital Distraction Keeps You Stuck and the Lies We Tell Ourselves About Screen Time 15:02

7M ago15:02

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Denial keeps us stuck. It convinces us that we don’t really have a problem, that we don’t need to change. But if we want to overcome digital distraction, we have to be honest with ourselves. This episode is all about denial and the sneaky ways it shows up in our screen habits. Maybe it sounds like, “I don’t spend that much time on my phone.” Or, “I…

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1 | How Digital Distraction Steals Your Focus and Your First Step to Reduce Screen Time 22:23

7M ago22:23

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Welcome to the very first episode of Overcome Digital Distraction! I’m so glad you’re here. In this episode, I’m sharing my own journey of struggling with screen time. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by how much you check your phone or how easily you get distracted by screens, you’re not alone! We’ll talk about why digital distractions are stealing …

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Welcome to Overcome Digital Distraction! 3:38

7M ago3:38

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Welcome to the Overcome Digital Distraction Podcast! Is your phone controlling your life, pulling you in every direction, leaving you feeling disconnected and overwhelmed? Are screens stealing your time, diluting your faith, and distorting your focus? In a world dominated by screens, it's easy to feel stuck in a cycle of distraction and drift from …

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Tatiana Gallardo's Brazen Year 58:02

10M ago58:02

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After a health scare at 24, writer, photographer, and artist Tatiana Gallardo decided to spend a year facing all of her fears. So she left the country, quit her job to go freelance, and decided to chronicle all her courageous endeavors in a newsletter called BrazenFace. Host Jillian Anthony (freelancer writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Clu…

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Design A Creative Routine That Works 24:58

11M ago24:58

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Can you hear that? It’s your creative routine calling. In this episode, host Jillian Anthony (writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) talks about swapping the hectic mornings of her former corporate life for a grounding routine that kickstarts her day with creativity. Jillian shares her sacred creative morning routine and how mu…

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My Tech Stack for Writers: How I Get Sh*t Done 26:06

12M ago26:06

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It's Get Sh*t Done September! Host Jillian Anthony has been a writer for 13 years, and she's gathered a lot of tools and resources along the way. In this episode, she shares her ultimate tech stack, aka all the apps, programs, online communities, financial tools, and more that she uses to stay productive, get her work done, and create her art. Plus…

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Embracing August and Freelance Freedom 27:56

1y ago27:56

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It's August, our annual reminder to stop and smell the wildflowers. Host Jillian Anthony (freelance writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) takes that literally. This is her third summer taking a monthlong sojourn away from her home base of Austin and spending August with friends, family, and nature. Jillian discusses how she ha…

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Gamifying Rejection with Zach Zimmerman 1:02:26

1y ago1:02:26

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Comedian Zach Zimmerman knows a lot about success, and even more about rejection. The author of the essay collection Is It Hot in Here (or Am I Suffering for All Eternity for the Sins I Committed on Earth)? shares how he cold-pitched his way into the New Yorker and how he handles unruly audience members as a standup comedian. He and host Jillian An…

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Tarot 101: Finding Yourself in the Cards 25:46

1y ago25:46

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A friend gifted host Jillian Anthony (freelance writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) her first Tarot deck when she was 31 — and it changed her life. Today, it’s her most nourishing personal and creative habit. She shares how Tarot helped her move through heartbreak, get to know her highest self, and tap into her intuition. Sh…

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Dear Jilla: I’m Afraid of Cringe 26:13

1y ago26:13

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On the first edition of Dear Jilla, an advice column about art, life, and love, host Jillian Anthony (freelance writer and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) answers a reader’s question about overcoming her fear of Cringe. Jillian talks through her own experiences with pushing past Cringe and offers concrete ways to get to know your d…

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Writing Into the Gush with Madeleine Dore 52:40

1y ago52:40

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Host Jillian Anthony (author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) interviews author and podcast host Madeleine Dore about her many creative pursuits over the past decade. Dore takes us through the winding path of pursuing journalism, interviewing creatives for her newsletter, Extraordinary Routines, then writing her own book, I Didn’t Do the T…

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Building My Freelance Life Brick by Brick 41:23

1y ago41:23

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The Cruel Summer Book Club podcast is BACK, baby! Host Jillian Anthony talks about the evolution of her thinking around work, money, and success as she’s built a career as a freelance writer and editor since 2020. After reclaiming her creativity for four years, she’s ready to share what she’s learned so far. She discusses the new focus of CSBC — ma…

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How to Welcome 2023 With Intention (And Say Goodbye to 2022) 18:14

2+ y ago18:14

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On this solo episode, host Jillian Anthony (writer, editor, and author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) shares her favorite ways to intentionally usher in the new year. She shares her experience with Year Compass, the free workbook she fills out every January, and how it’s helped her make real change — and identify which things she fails t…

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Get Swole with Casey Johnston 1:02:45

2+ y ago1:02:45

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Casey Johnston is the author of the long-running column Ask a Swole Woman, which now lives on her newsletter, She’s a Beast. She also wrote a book for beginner strength trainers called Liftoff: Couch to Barbell, which outlines a 12-week program on the basics of lifting, and fosters an online community for women strength trainers (and everyone else …

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Tarot for Change with Jessica Dore 58:49

3y ago58:49

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Author Jessica Dore combines the wisdom of ancient storytelling, the mysticism of Tarot, and the teachings of psychology in her book, Tarot for Change: Using the Cards for Self-care, Acceptance, and Growth. A licensed social worker, she writes regular offerings to readers online, using the images of the 78 cards of the Tarot deck and the characters…

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Financial Freedom with Stella Gold 1:00:49

3y ago1:00:49

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What if you approached money from a place of abundance, rather than restriction? Stella Gold will show you the way. Stella is a certified, trauma-informed financial wellness educator — and host Jillian Anthony’s former financial advisor. Their business, My Gold Standard, helps people understand the emotions, experiences, and desires behind how they…