Best Stephanie Abrams Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 79: From Exhaustion to Empowerment: How Kratom Changed Sarah Pitta’s Life 57:11

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Sarah Pitta, co-founder of MitraSpec, shares how her search for a natural solution to pain and fatigue led her to discover Kratom in 2014. What began as a way to help her husband manage chronic back pain and keep his trucking job quickly became life-changing for both of them. Sarah found herself with more energy, better focus, and a brighter mood, …

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Celebrating The Golden Girls: 50 Fast Facts and Their Lasting Legacy 53:54

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Hosts Susan Lambert Hatham and Sharon Johnson dive deep into the beloved 'The Golden Girls' with a delightful overview and 50 fun facts about the show. Discover fascinating show details, cast secrets, and notable legacy moments as they share their passion for this iconic series. Learn about the iconic characters played by Bea Arthur (Dorothy Zborna…

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Leveraging AI For Sustainability – with Mandi McReynolds, Chief Sustainability Officer at Workiva 32:44

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Encore: S04 Ep. 10 - Stephanie’s Mother’s Judgment 1:17:28

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This week, we’re in session with Stephanie and her mother, Rona, who hasn’t forgiven her daughter for something that happened twenty-five years ago. We help them acknowledge the hurt they caused each other and find a new path forward. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss with us—big or small—email us at [email protected]. Subscribe …

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How to Make a Purpose Pivot: Finding Balance and Fulfillment with Melissa Gonzalez

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In this episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, host Jenn DeWall talks with Melissa Gonzalez, retail strategist, experiential designer, and author of The Purpose Pivot. Together, they explore how professionals and leaders can reconnect with what truly drives them—realigning their work, energy, and values to create a more fulfilling life. Gonzalez’…

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Ep 78: Kratom as a Lifeline: Cassie Craft's Story of Recovery and Relief 50:56

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Cassie Craft shares her deeply personal journey from years of opioid addiction, nursing-related injuries, and struggles with depression to finding hope and relief through Kratom. After cycles of prescription pills, heroin, Suboxone, and even poppy seed tea, Cassie discovered Kratom at a local shop. She quickly realized it not only helped manage her…

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BONUS: Since You Asked: Is a Flakey Friend Worth Keeping? Plus: Badly Behaved Kids! 33:09

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We follow up on last week’s advice about who should bear the burden of maintaining connections with parents. We also respond to questions about a group text that’s spiraling into harsh words; a friendship worn thin by years of last-minute cancellations; and a new mother who fears her husband isn’t bonding with their baby. Plus, Since You Askers wei…

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Carbon Accounting 101 – with Alyssa Zucker, Senior Industry Principal in Carbon at Workiva 50:08

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“Essentially what carbon accounting is doing is it's using a mathematical equation to come up with a standardized unit of measure that we call a carbon dioxide equivalent of how you can, um, measure and track all of the different greenhouse gases that your business emits through various activities. There's actually seven distinct greenhouse gases t…

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Encore: S04 Ep. 09 - Alexis’s Controlling Family 1:17:27

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This week, we’re in session with Alexis, whose parents are pressuring her to get married and have children on their timeline instead of hers. We help her to set healthy boundaries with her family. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss with us—big or small—email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for free to Dear Therapists to stay up…

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Ep 77: Quitting Kratom for 10 Days: Insights from Abram Jacobson of Pure Infinity Botanicals 24:12

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In this episode, Abram Jacobson of Pure Infinity Botanicals returns to share his experience documenting a 10-day Kratom tolerance break. Abram speaks openly about why he took the break, what it felt like physically and mentally, and why he believes transparency is crucial in the Kratom community. He explains how withdrawal symptoms were short-lived…

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Introducing: Since You Asked 10:18

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This week we’re popping in your feed to tell you about a new show from Lemonada Media, Since You Asked. Who doesn’t need advice—and who doesn’t love giving advice? Since you asked, we’re happy to answer. Each week, two friends—Gretchen Rubin, a happiness researcher, and Lori Gottlieb, a therapist—tackle the daily problems of living with all of you.…

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Warrior Women & RJ Stewart: Xena and Gabrielle's Impact on 90s TV 1:21:33

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Join hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem for an exciting episode as they take an in-depth look at the legendary 90s TV show, Xena: Warrior Princess. This episode features special guests RJ Stewart, head writer and co-creator of the series, and Anna Schekel, an artist and lifelong Xena fan. The discussion covers the evolution and impact of …

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Encore: S04 Ep. 08 - Grace and Finn’s Escalating Arguments 1:07:10

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This week, we’re in session with Grace and Finn, a young married couple who struggle to keep their disagreements from turning into full-blown arguments they later regret. We help them identify what goes wrong and give them practical tools for substituting faulty assumptions and accusations with openness and vulnerability. If you have a dilemma you’…

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Hotel Rooms Affect Your Health & The Planet – JoAnna Abrams, Founder/CEO of MindClick 53:29

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“We did do a study where we shared the story of the careful thought that went into products that were better for people and the planet … Then we administered the standard guest satisfaction survey, and what we found, Joan, was 150% increase in satisfaction, loyalty numbers… Why?...They equated it to service. They said, a hotel that goes out of its …

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How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You with Stephanie Chung 38:44

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On the latest episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, Jenn DeWall sat down with aviation executive, trailblazer, and author Stephanie Chung to discuss one of the biggest challenges leaders face today: how to lead people who are not like them. Stephanie is the author of the new book Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You, which pr…

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Ep 76: Kratom, Chronic Illness, and Losing Pain Management: How Deborah E. Took Control 54:58

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Deborah E. returns to the Kratom Stories Podcast to share an emotional update on her journey with pain management, seizures, and chronic illness. She explains how restrictive pain contracts and unexpected urine tests left her feeling powerless, even leading to a seizure in her doctor’s lobby after being forced to stop Kratom and rely on Gabapentin.…

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New Venture Capital Models For Women & CleanTech – Cecile Blilious, Veteran Venture Investor, Venture ESG, European Women in VC 1:06:20

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“I like to think about ESG not only as a risk management tool, but also as an opportunity. I think the, the flip side of risk is opportunity. So if we think that a diverse team is what will bring more innovation, more ideas, more, let's say different ways of looking at needs and products, then this is an opportunity….What about if we think about th…

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Encore: S04 Ep. 07 - Vanessa’s Parental Betrayal 1:17:38

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This week, we’re in session with Vanessa, whose father insisted she take out a huge loan she could not repay and give him all the money, then disowned her when she refused. We help her to process the loss of her entire family, and start to create a trusted, compassionate family of choice who treats her the way family should. If you have a dilemma y…

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Ep 75: Inside the Kratom Industry: Emy & Oshin of Jaya Kratom Share Their Journey 1:05:43

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In this episode, Emy & Oshin of Jaya Kratom share an insider view of the industry, from their field research in the rainforests of Borneo to building a Portland shop dedicated to education and transparency. They open up about what it was like living with farming communities, how Kratom supports families and preserves the rainforest, and the challen…

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Season 4 Premiere | Epic 90s Challenge: Xena vs Buffy TV Showdown 32:03

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"Listeners, what would be the answer for you? Is it Buffy or Xena?” Welcome to Season Four of 80s TV Ladies with hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem. In this episode, we dive into a nostalgic showdown between two iconic 90s TV heroines: Xena, the Warrior Princess, and Buffy, the Vampire Slayer. Susan and Sharon discuss the origins, cultura…

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Japan Embraces Climate & Sustainability – Yvonne Burton, Expert On Doing Business In Japan, at Osaka Expo 2025 58:13

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“The theme of the expo is ‘designing society for future lives.’ And it is just that from the foundations, from the buildings to the exhibits, each country showcasing what they're doing for our future, in technology, healthcare, sustainable, living energy…The Japan pavilion's exhibit…is about the circular economy and…the theme is between life and li…

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Encore: S04 Ep. 06 - Andrew’s Shared Ex-Boyfriend 1:00:47

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This week, we’re in session with Andrew, who met his current partner because they shared the same ex, and worries that his new relationship is therefore built on a shaky foundation. We help him remove the ghost of the ex and trust the important lessons he learned from that relationship in this new one. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss wi…

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Emotional Intelligence Still Matters in the Age of AI with Caroline Stokes 38:22

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What will it take to lead in the year 2030? In this episode of The Leadership Habit Podcast, Crestcom’s Jenn DeWall speaks with leadership strategist and author Caroline Stokes about the critical mindset shifts leaders must make to stay relevant in a world defined by artificial intelligence, climate disruption, and societal transformation. From emo…

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Ep 74: Stephanie’s Journey: Finding Freedom from Addiction and Pain with Kratom 51:46

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Stephanie shares her powerful journey of overcoming opioid addiction and chronic pain with the help of Kratom. After a horseback riding accident left her with lifelong pain, she turned to prescription medications, which eventually spiraled into addiction. While searching online for ways to stop, she discovered Kratom and was able to quit opioids wi…

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Artificial Intelligence (A.I) And The Climate - Stephanie Hare, Ph.D., Researcher, Broadcaster and Author of “Technology Is Not Neutral” 33:54

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“(A.I.) is so energy intensive as a technology, and that's the thing that we have to get, the infrastructure of AI… Right now we do not have an electricity grid that is, that is built for this purpose. There's the water requirements of it as well. And we also need to just think about the energy, the actual fuel that's being used to fire up and powe…

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FRIENDSHIP, LAUGHTER, AND LEGENDARY LADIES | OUR SEASON 4 PREVIEW 8:24

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“It’s not just because it’s a masterclass in comedy or because it has one of the greatest television theme songs of all time, I think it’s because it’s about friendship.” Get ready for a brand new season of 80s TV Ladies! In this special sneak peek, hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem dish out all the details on what’s coming up in Season …

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Encore: S04 Ep. 05 - Emily’s Shaky Marriage 1:09:32

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This week, we’re in session with Emily, whose relationship with her long-distance fiance blew up the moment they got married. We help her to see how her impatience to not “waste time” prevents her from making sound choices, and why slowing down is the key to making healthy decisions. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss with us—big or small—…

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Ep 73: Surviving Pain, Alcohol, and Pills: How Sherry Owings Found Freedom in Kratom 58:51

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Sherry Owings shares her powerful journey of overcoming alcohol dependence and a lifetime of chronic pain through Kratom. After surviving a devastating car accident, years of debilitating pain, and dependence on over 26 different medications, Sherry’s life spiraled further when her medications were cut back. To cope, she turned to alcohol while als…

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RERUN: Say Gay! Exploring LGBTQ Representation in 70s, 80s, and 90s TV | Matt Baume 1:05:07

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Dive into the fascinating world of LGBTQ representation in 70s, 80s, and 90s television with hosts Sharon Johnson and Susan Lambert Hatem on '80s TV Ladies.' This special summer rerun, featuring expert Matt Baume, highlights iconic queer moments and characters. Originally aired on June 7th, 2023, the episode covers groundbreaking shows like 'Bewitc…

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Energy Efficiency Saves Money & CO2 – Paula Glover, CEO of the Alliance To Save Energy 1:04:24

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“Energy efficiency…is doing more, using less. The megawatt not used is the cheapest megawatt and there's so many things, either by using technology, old technology like insulation or digitalization, that allows us to really stretch what we can get out every single megawat, a kilowatt electron that we use. And so that's what we're talking about. If …

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Encore: S04 Ep. 04 - Elise’s Angry Sister 1:18:49

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This week, we’re in session with Elise, who wants to have a better relationship with her angry older sister. We help Elise to see her sister’s perspective so she can approach her with empathy–and how to know when repair might not be possible. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss with us—big or small—email us at [email protected]. Su…

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BONUS: More Happier: Talking Romance Writing with Stacey Abrams and Lori Gottlieb 36:28

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In this Roundtable discussion, we explore the role of romance in fiction and real life. Author and political leader Stacey Abrams explains how she weaves it into her suspense novels by focusing on authentic human connection, while therapist Lori Gottlieb brings her perspective on love off the page. Together, we look at how romance is imagined, expe…

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Leading the Multigenerational Workforce with Karen McCullough

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It’s Not Personal — It’s Generational! Managing a multigenerational workforce is one of the biggest challenges facing leaders today. With five generations working side by side, the workplace is more diverse than ever. From Traditionalists to Gen Z, there are significant differences in terms of values, communication preferences, and expectations. In…

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Ep 72: Addiction, Recovery, and Kratom: Tracey Slack’s Powerful Story 47:23

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In this episode, Madalyn sits down with Tracey Slack, who opens up about her decade-long struggle with heroin and meth addiction and the life-changing discovery that helped her turn it all around: Kratom. Tracey shares how it became the key to easing her withdrawals, lifting her mood, and ultimately breaking the cycle of craving and despair. What b…

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RERUN: Reflecting on Scarecrow and Mrs. King: An Interview with Martha Smith 1:19:24

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In this episode, hosts Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson revisit season one, episode six of 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King,' originally launched on September 28, 2022. The rerun features actress Martha Smith, the first actress/celebrity guest on 80s TV Ladies. They dive into Smith's experiences and roles, from her motion picture debut in 'Animal Hou…

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Encore: S04 Ep. 03 - Richard’s Wife’s Death 1:14:23

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This week, we’re in session with Richard, who has been trying to avoid feeling the pain of losing his wife of 40 years. We teach him how to sit with his sadness, even as he moves forward into a new relationship. If you have a dilemma you’d like to discuss with us—big or small—email us at [email protected]. Subscribe for free to Dear Therap…