This is real talk for authors, relatable to where they are in their journey and to our journey as self-published authors. We talk about our experiences and have guest chats with experts and other authors about their experiences.
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James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, ...
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Audio readings of original writing from the creative newsletter, The Stream, written by Janeen McCrae and designed to inspire you to get out and make the thing. Subjects range from writing and art to just some generally odd stuff about what it is to be creative. Sometimes essays, sometimes humor, sometimes creative exercises.
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Conversations you crave about our health and our lives hosted by a national health editor and #1 New York Times bestselling writer. We speak with experts who deliver answers that will help you enrich your life in a way that's genuine for you.
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Get the real stories of how entrepreneurs, artists, heretics, authors, liberators, athletes, and innovators pursue their ideas and aspirations. From TED speakers, national broadcasters, New York Times best selling authors to Ultra-marathon runners and start-up CEO’s you’re guaranteed to be encouraged to swing for the fence in your own pursuits. Accept my invitation to: Do your best work Live the life you want to live Play a lot more
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The Victorious Writer is a daily podcast dedicated to helping motivate and inspire people who want to be writers to take the first step and start writing. Each episode features a writing prompt and can also feature motivation to write, advice from the host or guests, book reviews and more.
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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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What does it mean to live a good life? Is it about happiness, health, friendship, love, or meaning? What about work, wealth, purpose, service, or something else? Can you live a good life even when things are hard? These are the questions and topics we explore every week in conversation with leading voices from health, science, art, industry, mindset, and culture, like Brené Brown, Matthew McConaughey, Mel Robbins, Alex, Elle, Adam Grant, Elizabeth Gilbert, Yung Pueblo, Maya Shankar, Mitch Al ...
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Dive into the minds of the world’s greatest athletes, leaders, thinkers, and doers with Dr. Michael Gervais—a high performance psychologist and world-renowned expert on the relationship between high performance and the mind. Dr. Gervais’s client roster includes Super Bowl winning NFL teams, Fortune 50 CEOs, Olympic medalists, internationally acclaimed artists, and more. On Finding Mastery, Dr. Gervais sits down with the best at what they do, like David Goggins, Brene Brown, Toto Wolff, socce ...
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A deep dive into the habits, mindsets, tools, craft secrets and creative practices bestselling writers use to write novels, plays, poetry, and articles. Hosted by the co-founders of the London Writers' Salon, Matt & Parul.
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Creative Jumpstart: Inspiration, Motivation, and Insight for Writers, Artists, and Creatives
Leslie Gaar
Writer and performer Leslie Gaar interviews writers, entrepreneurs, and creatives of all stripes. They share their stories, wisdom, and insight. You come away with motivation and inspiration for your own creative work or business, and keep making amazing stuff. Let’s do this.
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Self-professed bohemian weirdo and fiction author George Penney welcomes writers, performers, artists and other fascinating people who’ve forged an unconventional life. George’s warmth and humour provide guests with a space to talk about what they’re most passionate about in whatever way they’d like. Episodes dropping every Tuesday.
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OUR Podcast...is about self-employment, working from home, freelancing....in art, photography, videography, cooking, baking, home remedies, clothing design, singing, song writing, music producing, etc.....and the successes, as well as struggles that come with it. We will talk lessons....never failures....strategies and tips on how to succeed in an ever changing automated tech world. Can I Really Make It.....the answer is YES! And I hope you come along for the ride to learn how. 10-20 minute ...
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Join freelance editor and author, Christina Fennell, as she discusses the in's and out's of being a writer for the long-run. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced it doesn't matter. If you want to write more than one book and keep writing until your 100 then you came to the right place. Here we are writing for a lifetime.
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Welcome to Writer in the Making, the ultimate podcast for aspiring authors who are ready to transform their writing habits. Join me as we explore practical time management strategies, consistent writing routines, and productivity hacks that can make all the difference. From my personal writing adventures to expert insights from guests like Kindlepreneur’s Dave Chesson, Shortcuts for Writers’ Stacy Juba, Plottr's Troy Lambert, and USA Today Best-Selling Author Rachael Bloome! No Time Writer h ...
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Finding your place in the writing space can be very hard. For years I wrote more then I even spoke sometimes. It was my song, heartbeat, and I could sculpt my life online or on a page and it was incredible. But now I realize, writing in all forms is becoming harder to get noticed & share not only our value, but stories to the world. I’m here to help you with these shortcomings. I power through my experiencs each and every day and I wanna help you push through too. You as a writer have someth ...
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Life at the top can be lonely, not to mention a little confusing sometimes. This podcast is intended to help leaders gain insight into what it takes to not only become a leader, but also to deliver on the potential of their organizations and maintain balance in their lives.
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I firmly believe that everyday is a bonus round. I create because I'm alive. I believe in the freedom of self, and that life is more than a miracle. I interview creative minds all around the world who live on their own terms- so that you and I may absorb the lessons and change the world. Live your life as if you had to live the same life all over again. In this show, I cover mindfulness, productivity, habits, creativity, living off the grid, quitting that miserable job, location independence ...
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Sasha Marina is a Millenial Cuban-American Media-Prenuer. 2007 marked the beginning of her Artistic Journey. She's met many people since then, that like her-self, are set out to Accomplish their Dream Goals. You will get to listen to these fresh Talented individuals throughout this Podcast! Tune in to our Weekly Segments; Entertainment Life & Lets Talk Business TSMS Radio (Est.2012)
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DREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Mitch Matthews I Success Coach, Speaker & Coach’s Coach
The DREAM THINK DO podcast gets YOU the stories, science and strategies you need to DREAM bigger, THINK better and DO more of what you were put on the planet to do! With guests like Brendon Burchard, Lewis Howes, Sara Haines, Michael Hyatt and Paula Faris, as well as deep dives from D.T.D.’s creator Mitch Matthews, you’ll be inspired and equipped to take your work and your life to new levels. Please subscribe below and leave a rating and review!
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If you’ve dreamed of writing a novel or becoming a published author in any form, “The Writer's Launchpad” podcast is for you. This podcast will ignite your creative spark, fuel your passion for writing, and propel you toward achieving your literary goals. Get ready to launch your writing journey.
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Build better habits without burning out. Habit Masters helps you become the best version of yourself with simple, practical strategies you can actually stick with. Hosted by Jeff Corrigan and Sheldon Mills. New episodes every other week.
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A Writer's Journey Podcast is a series of short episodes in storytelling form that presents manageable doses of insights from a beginner writer.
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The personal podcast for Ian MacTire, writer / podcaster / werewolf. This podcast follows my journey from first draft to published novel and beyond.
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We only get this one life... Now Go After Your Passion!
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Romanced by the Book is a podcast for writers of happily ever afters and dream-worthy book boyfriends that put readers into a romance-induced hangover. Host Dana Pittman is a USA Today Bestselling Author, developmental editor, and avid romance reader.Each episode features interviews, the hottest romance reads, and the pursuit of writing our next bestselling novels.For more information and to leave questions, visit www.danjatales.com.
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Ready for meaningful change? The emPOWERed Half Hour with USA TODAY best-selling author Becca Powers, brings you inspiring stories of individuals who turned their toughest setbacks into their greatest successes. But this podcast isn’t just about overcoming obstacles—it’s about embracing the powerful mindset of AND. You can be exactly where you are AND start moving toward your dreams and desired outcomes. Each episode is a reminder that you have the power to take the first step toward a life ...
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2 Rational Bastards discuss topics and ideas on life, psychology, business, sports so you can be armed with the knowledge to be your best self primarily for you and therefore positively impacting those around you. Who are the 2 Rational Bastards? 2 Brothers on a mission to dissect deep topics in a provocative, eye opening and rational fashion.
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Dr.Purushothaman [LivingInWellbeing], (Visionary & Director, Centre for Human Perfection, a Centre par Excellence for Mind Programming & Applied Life Themes), M.B.B.S; D.T.M&H; MS; PhD (Psycho) is currently working as a General Surgeon, Spiritual Scientist, Positive Psychologist, Life & Happiness Coach, Positive Health & Wellbeing Trainer, Mentor, Motivator, Master Mind Programmer,A Writer & Consultant to various National & International Organizations.
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The Ronald Diltz II Podcast dives deep into the business of producing film, television, and multimedia.
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Live your best life in the second half. This no-nonsense show is dedicated to healthspan and features best-selling authors and thought leaders in nutrition, mental health, relationships, and self-improvement. Each episode also includes listener Q&A. Hosted by yoga trainer, writer, and expert speaker, Lucas Rockwood, the founder of YOGABODY.
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The Bright Side with Tekneshia interviews people who help advise others to a better and brighter way of life.
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The mission of the Quintessential Poetry: Online Radio, YouTube and Zoom podcast (QPORYTZ) is to provide a live platform for poets from all backgrounds and locations worldwide to showcase their poetry. This includes emerging, mid-level, and established poets. The podcast conducts conversational interviews with poets delving into the essence of poetry within the realms of the mind, heart, and soul. It also provides a platform for poets to showcase their craft, whether through traditional form ...
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Multiracial Whiteboy host Kim Noonan examines the impact of his white upbringing by having personal discussions with other mixed individuals about racial identity in America. Kim is an award-winning filmmaker who currently resides in Los Angeles. https://www.kimnoonan.me/
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Holy Ghost Notes is a podcast that focuses on real talk about Christianity and Drums hosted by Matt Greiner and Tim Anderson. Candid conversations challenge the status quo, and inspire people to be their best selves and to live fulfilled lives.
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A podcast featuring and presented by Royal Literary Fund writers.
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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a podcast hosted by Alie Jones as she explores self-care practices, journeys of self-love in community. Alie Jones is a self-care advocate, writer, artist, and Creole mermaid.
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Digging deep into real-life underdog stories. Guests share their tales of overcoming adversity through raw and honest storytelling. Brought to you by JokerMag.com, the home of the underdog.
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The Deep End is an exploration of liberation, healing, hope, joy, and wholeness. What does it mean to be free? What are people of color doing to heal themselves and the world? Join co-hosts Reagan Jackson and Anastacia Renee for a series of in-depth interviews. Hear from incredible people from all walks of life about their journeys, what they are doing to thrive and how they are contribution to broader movements of empowerment and liberation. About Us: Reagan Jackson is a writer, artist, int ...
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An Espresso Shot motivates you in the morning! Shots can be had to celebrate good times with friends. A flu shot keeps you safe from the flu. A photo shot captures a moment. A basketball shot could win a game. But the one shot that we need most of all is a Shot of Motivation through a Mini-Podcast. As we journey through ups and downs, a gentle reminder, a nudge to keep us motivated. This podcast aims to provide a small shot of motivation in 5-10 minutes to help promote Learning with a Yay. L ...
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Dreams Around The World - The Podcast For ENFPs (Campaigners), ADHDers, and Ambitious Creatives
Dan Johnston | Coach and Author of The ENFP Calling
You've only got one life, so why not design it around your own personality, dreams, and desires? I’m Dan Johnston and I do my best to help you create your own version of an awesome life…whatever that means for you. Personally, I value freedom and experiences over money and things and even if the seas are a bit rougher, I’d rather be the Captain of my own ship. I, and the occasional guest, cover a range of topics from psychology and MBTI personality types (you know, that whole ENFP, INFP, INF ...
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Experience the world through the sailor's eyes. We travel around the world discovering the invaluable insights that made us who we are, sharing art, food, history and culture. We tell stories about life from the sailor's point of view! Sailing adventures, traveling stories across the oceans. An informative and entertaining podcast.
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Professional organizer and clutter coach, writer and speaker. I created this podcast to provide bite-sized, easy to implement ideas so you can get organized and decluttered and stay that way.
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Matt’s a working writer just trying to live the dream. But how do you live this writing life in a world full of regurgitated writing advice, endless grifts, hustle porn, and a double dose of daily despair? Every week Matt sits down to talk about trying to do just that. No advice. Nothing to sell. Just the confessions of a working writer trying to make it.
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Writers as Managers Part 3: Motivates and Rewards
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8:30To be a good manager of oneself a writer must motivate and reward himself. Dive into today's episode to learn more about motivating yourself to write and giving yourself proper rewards. Do you have questions about the writing process, craft, or work/life balance? Send those questions to [email protected] to get your questions answered in …
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Reclaim Your Free Time: Simple Strategies to Take Back Your Life | Jenny Blake
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1:24:10What if working less could actually make you more effective? In this perspective-shifting conversation, Jenny Blake (author of Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business) reveals how she runs multiple successful companies working just 20 hours a week, and shares her revolutionary three-part framework for creating more space and choice in your…
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Little Happier: "Love Is Unconditional, and Love is Demanding” & Other Secrets of Adulthood for Parents
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5:18With time and experience, we learn “Secrets of Adulthood,” and parenthood teaches us many of those lessons. Resources & links related to this episode: "Secrets of Adulthood" Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happ…
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Writers are Managers Part 4: Creates Realistic Expectations
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20:28To be a good manager, a writer needs to set realistic expectations for the project, process, and practice. What is a realistic expectation? Hint: in learning who you are as a writer.By Christina Fennell
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#152: Margaret Heffernan — The Secret Weapon of Great Artists: Harnessing Uncertainty, Wandering & Creative Instincts That Machines Can't Create
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1:00:18What if uncertainty wasn’t something to fear, but your greatest creative ally? Dr. Margaret Heffernan—author, entrepreneur, and TED speaker—on how artists and writers thrive in chaotic times. We also talk about embracing the unknown, navigating AI-driven anxiety, and staying creatively resilient in a world that rewards certainty. We discuss: Margar…
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More Happier: Talking Secrets of Adulthood with Shannon Watts
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24:11In a recent Secrets of Adulthood Substack Live conversation, I talked to the terrific Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action (the nation’s largest grassroots group fighting gun violence. We discuss insights from her latest book and how we've arrived at several of our own Secrets of Adulthood, including why it’s important to ask yourself wheth…
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The surprising history (and politics) of emoji, with Keith Houston
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28:391096. This week, we look at the world of emoji with Keith Houston, author of "Face with Tears of Joy." He discusses the long history of emoji, from ancient origins to early computer character sets, and the formal process of proposing new emoji to the Unicode Consortium. We also look at how emoji can be blends of multiple characters and tell us more…
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Finding Joy in a Life You Never Saw Coming | Jessica Slice
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57:57From high-flying real estate mogul to proud disabled mother, Jessica Slice's transformative journey will shake you awake to your own yearnings. In this candid conversation, the Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World author exposes medicine's dehumanizing biases and reveals how honoring our shared fragility unlocks profound…
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421: Navigating Life’s Seasons, Trusting the Right Things & The Sequel to “The Shack” An Interview with Bestselling Author William Paul Young
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1:06:52William Paul Young is back—and this convo is a true gift. If you know The Shack, you already know Paul has a way of sharing stories that stretch your heart and soul. In this episode, we go deep on navigating life’s seasons—the expected ones, the surprising ones, and the hard ones too. We talk about letting go of pressure, trusting God in the now, a…
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Ask Me Anything: Finding Purpose, Raising Resilient Kids & Navigating Workplace Politics | Vol. 27
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1:02:02How do you stay true to your values when others are playing political games? What if your purpose feels too small compared to others? And how do we raise kids who can handle life's inevitable hard blows? We're back for Part 2 of our special Finding Mastery Ask Me Anything with Dr. Michael Gervais and our good friend—author, documentarian, podcaster…
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Ep. 541: Try These Parenting Hacks from Listeners, Manage Your Own Worry & an Easy Packing Hack
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33:25We share a treasure trove of creative, easy parenting hacks from our listeners, as well as a happiness hack about creating a "prep station" bin to stay organized for trips and special events. In our "Know Yourself Better" segment, we explore how the desire to manage our own worry can lead us to burden or try to control others. Plus, we share some i…
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Episode 27: July Kickoff with Our Favorite Characters
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36:03In this episode, Cassie Newell and Angela Haas delve into the intricacies of character creation, discussing their favorite and least favorite characters across various media. They explore the appeal of complex villains, the evolution of female characters, and the importance of three-dimensional character development. The conversation also touches o…
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An art dealer is one of my mentors. For him, mediaeval art is his area of expertise. When we last met, he showed me a portion of his private collection that he had brought with him. Read&Listen More Support the showBy Dr.Purushothaman
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Just like the 400 meter hurdles, you cannot complete a creative project without completing the steps in between. The Intelligencier article I reference in the intro “The Singular Beauty of the 400 Meter Hurdles” is here: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2021/07/the-singular-beauty-of-the-400-meter-hurdles.html This is an audio reading of the post ”T…
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Letting Go of the Checklist: A New Perspective on Fertility and Empowerment with Author and President of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, Heather Grzych
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33:12Send us a text What if the key to your next breakthrough isn’t trying harder—but tuning in deeper? In this heartfelt episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes Ayurvedic practitioner, author, and wellness expert, Heather Grzych for a soulful conversation about fertility, desire, and the power of presence. Heather opens up about her own unco…
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Is ‘sick’...good? What we think of posh language and class. Misunderseed
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17:241095. Is “sick” really “good”? This week, we explore how words flip their meanings and why language changes over time. Then, we look at the 1950s idea of "U and Non-U English" and what it tells us about social climbing. The "sick" segment was written by Natalie Schilling, a professor emerita of linguistics at Georgetown University in Washington, DC…
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The Secret of Dave Barry’s Humor: Class Clown Memoir and Florida Tales
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49:28A Note from James: One of the funniest guys I’ve ever spoken to—Dave Barry. I always love talking to him. He’s been America’s top humorist since the early ’80s with a syndicated column in 500 newspapers and a long list of bestselling books. This is his third time on the podcast, and his latest book, Class Clown: Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass, i…
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Why We Travel: Happiness, curiosity, wonder, sex, healing, and other motivations for hitting the road
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54:47"No one motivation is ‘better’ than any other. We travel with different motivations at different times, and they sometimes overlap." –Ash Bhardwaj In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Ash talk about curiosity as a motivation for travel (1:30); the ancient Greek concepts of happiness that underpin human motivations like travel, and how mentors influ…
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20 Years Breast Cancer-Free: Jamie Valvano Discusses Overcoming Genetic Breast Cancer
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49:25Jamie Valvano is the daughter of the legendary Jim Valvano, or “Jimmy V”—the beloved late college basketball coach, sports broadcaster, and founder of the V Foundation, which he established with ESPN before his passing. Jamie inherited the BRCA2 genetic mutation that led to her breast cancer diagnosis, which she would learn was related to her fathe…
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3 Surprising Ways to Make Peace With Your Anxious Mind | Spotlight Convo
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1:12:59Three leading experts reveal how to transform anxiety from an enemy into an unexpected ally. Dr. Jud Brewer shares neuroscience-backed techniques to break free from worry loops, Dr. Wendy Suzuki (author of Good Anxiety) shows how anxiety can fuel creativity and resilience, and Emiliya Zhivotovskaya introduces her groundbreaking Mind Over Chatter fr…
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Little Happier: Is it a Bug? Is it a Feature? It Depends on You
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2:48The familiar proverb “It’s not a bug, it’s a feature” is a reminder that one person may seek out a product, an experience, or a situation for the very reason that someone else avoids it. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, prod…
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#151: Melissa Febos — The Art of Memoir: Turn Life Into Art, Undoing Shame, and Choosing The Artist’s Life
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1:03:50Celebrated writer and memoirist Melissa Febos on the art of the memoir, the alchemy of personal experience and literary craft, and how to turn the raw material of life into art. We also her latest book, The Dry Season, where she examines the solitude, freedoms, and feminist heroes Febos found during a year of celibacy. We also talk about: - Writing…
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How Chess Saved Danny Rensch’s Life: From Cult Roots to Chess.com’s Success
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33:24Notes from James: I had no idea this conversation would go where it did. I thought we’d talk chess. Instead, we talked about life, trauma, manipulation, redemption… and how one of the world’s most popular games can be both a tormentor and a savior. Episode Description: In this raw and powerful episode, I sat down with Danny Rensch—International Mas…
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More Happier: No “Guilty” Pleasures & Returning to the Treadmill Desk
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25:03We talk about why it can helpful to trust our interests and inclinations about what to read, watch, or listen to, without imposing a lot of judgment on our choices. Resources & links related to this episode: Elizabeth's treadmill desk Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books,…
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Ever Have One of Those Moments That Changes Everything? | Tara Roberts
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1:03:59Unlock the hidden depths within on a profound journey of ancestral healing. In this powerful conversation, National Geographic Explorer Tara Roberts shares her extraordinary odyssey sparked by a single photograph, leading her to confront shadowed histories and reclaim her place in an interconnected world. Tara's breathtaking memoir, Written in the …
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The language of children’s storytelling, with Doug Fraser
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19:401094. Have you ever wondered about the linguistic techniques behind popular children's podcasts? This week, we talk with Doug Fraser, also known as Dougie Pickles from the "Cozy Critters" podcast, who explains his strategic use of language to soothe and captivate kids. We also hear his insights on what makes successful children's content, including…
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Episode 26: Why Hockey Romance is SO HOT with Guest Ava Miles
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42:46In this episode, hosts Cassie Newell and Angela Haas engage with international bestselling author Ava Miles, exploring her journey as a writer, the themes of her latest hockey romance, and the intricacies of character development. They discuss the appeal of sports romance, the challenges of reader feedback, and the unique dynamics of female charact…
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How Not to Die | How Alex Honnold Trains His Mind to Stay Calm 3,000 Feet Above Ground
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1:39:23How do you stay calm and focused when you’re 3,000 feet off the ground — with no ropes, no safety lines, and no room for error? Legendary climber and free soloist Alex Honnold returns to The Finding Mastery Podcast for a raw, insightful conversation about mindset, being great with fear, and what it means to live at the edge of human performance. Al…
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The Stoic Capitalist: How Rational Thinking Creates Success | Robert Rosenkranz
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1:08:46A Note from James: Man, what a fascinating career Robert Rosenkranz has had—multi-billionaire, involved in virtually every part of finance and American industry. He wrote a book called The Stoic Capitalist, and what really stands out is how he's actively applied stoic principles to achieve immense success throughout his career. Even from a young ag…
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Ep. 540: Very Special Episode: Treasure Trove of Easy Ideas to Add Whimsy to Daily Life
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30:15In this Very Special Episode, we share dozens of ideas from listeners—and ourselves—about how to add an element of whimsy to everyday life, without needing to spend much time, energy, or money. Resources & links related to this episode: Order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood My article: Why Whimsy Is Having a Moment Elizabeth's newsletter: Happier…
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151: You Can't Tune Cymbals (What Gear Matters + What Motivates You)
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You Can Change Your LIfe, By Changing The Mindset
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6:01When it comes to self-improvement, adopting a positive return habit is the best strategy. It is for this reason that a lot of advice focuses on changing one’s thoughts and habits. Read&Listen More Support the showBy Dr.Purushothaman
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This Summer, Finish the Book That’s Been Waiting on You
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24:31If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll get back to my book after summer,” you’re not alone—but you’re also not stuck. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I finished edits on one book, started two more, and kept writing in the middle of moving. No writing retreat. No empty calendar. Just a system that works! You don’t need more time—you need pr…
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Have we simply forgotten how to sit in the nothing of the moment? To sit in the silence without reaching for a phone? Sit. Take note of what's around you. Don't let frivolous things take you out of it. This is an audio reading of the post "The calm before the storm within" originally published on January 30, 2023. Additional creative inspirations c…
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Why we drop sounds. ChatGPT is changing how people talk. Kombi
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17:361093. Why do we say “prob’ly” instead of “probably”? This week, we look at elision in everyday speech. Then, we look at a wild study showing that the way people talk is being influenced by AI. The elision segment was by Susan K. Herman, a retired multidisciplined language analyst, editor, and instructor for the federal government. 🔗 Share your fami…
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Writers as Managers Part 2: Ensures Proper Training
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7:40Writers are their own managers. To be a good manager a writer must ensure that he receives proper training. But what training does a writer get? Dive into the episode to find out. Do you have a writing question? Ask Christina by emailing her at [email protected] Christina Fennell
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Did You Know Being Humble Can Be a Bad Thing? | Joe Hudson
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1:08:42Have you felt trapped by self-doubt, negative inner voices, or constant self-improvement? Explore a radically different approach to personal growth with Joe Hudson, Executive Coach & Cofounder of The Art of Accomplishment. Discover powerful practices for embracing all emotions without resistance, holding goals lightly for life's surprising solution…
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Little Happier: “New Yorker” Covers and My Peculiar Yearning for a City I Already Have
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2:20New Yorker magazine covers capture something both true and elusive about the city, by distilling New York in single images, so that the place feels simultaneously familiar and out of reach. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collecti…
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How to Master Anything—at Any Age: Lessons from World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand
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32:02Notes from James: When I turned 40, I was depressed. I checked the top 50 chess players and saw only one person around my age: Viswanathan Anand. That moment gave me hope. Episode Description: I met one of my lifelong heroes—five-time World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand—and got to sit down with him at the Norway Summit to unpack what it really t…
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Field Report-Let's Keep Destroying the Programs (Unedited)
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6:23Destroying the programs that do not serve us to pursue purpose and happiness.
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#150: Seth Godin – How To Build A Thriving Creative Writing Practice In the Age of AI. Plus, Stop Seeking Validation, Find Your Audience And Overcome Obscurity (From the Vault)
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50:15Legendary Seth Godin, bestselling author of Linchpin, Purple Cow, The Dip, Tribes, and The Practice on wrestling with creative resistance, getting past self-doubt, and how to build a resilient creative practice that thrives—even in an age of AI We talk about: Why writing isn’t about talent—but about creating the conditions for skill Why “Do you lik…
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More Happier: Bestselling Novel "The Ministry of Time" Audiobook Preview
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39:53In honor of our upcoming Read 25 Day, we are excited to share an audiobook preview of bestselling novel "The Ministry of Time" from Lemonada's own "Your Next Listen" podcast. More about the book: This genre-bending time-travel sci-fi slash romance slash mystery slash spy thriller was a breakout hit for debut author Kaliane Bradley. It’s been recomm…
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What your accent says about you (and your identity), with Rob Drummond
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31:591092. Your accent may be saying more than your words. Sociolinguist Rob Drummond explains how accents shape our identities, how they differ across social classes, and why changing your accent can affect how you’re perceived. Rob Drummond - https://bsky.app/profile/robdrummond.bsky.social Rob's book, "You're All Talk" 🔗 Share your familect recording…
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Could This Ancient Mantra Open a Portal to Pure Joy? | Susan Piver
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52:18Unlock profound joy through the paradoxical wisdom of the Heart Sutra, one of Buddhism's most revered ancient texts. Join bestselling author Susan Piver as she shares over 30 years of insight into this enigmatic scripture's teachings on emptiness, impermanence, and the art of letting go - revealed through her powerful encounters like a 95-year-old …
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420: Behind the Monsters! - Movie Legends, Inspiring Stories & Surprising Keys to Creating a Career You Love! - with Academy Award Winner Howard Berger and Best Selling Author Marshall Julius
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59:14In this monster-packed reunion… Mitch Matthews is interviewing old friends… Howard Berger (the co-founder of KNB EFX, Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Orville creature extraordinaire — with over 900 + 1,000 creatures and characters to his name!) and fan‑turned‑pro critic/author Marshall Julius (BBC, Sunday Times, and co‑author of Masters of Makeup Effec…
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Gary Vaynerchuk: The Brutal Blueprint for Real Freedom
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1:09:39A Note from James: So I’ve been doing this podcast for a long time—over 1500 episodes—and I’ve spoken to everyone from billionaires to best-selling authors, athletes to entrepreneurs. But there are a handful of episodes that still ring in my ears years later. One of them was Episode 156 with Gary Vaynerchuk. I was just re-listening to it while pull…
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Why Ordinary Isn’t Enough with Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Author Jake Lawson
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28:28Send us a text What if the extraordinary life isn’t something you find—it’s something you create? In this powerful episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca welcomes entrepreneur, speaker, and author Jake Lawson to unpack what it really means to "Make It Extraordinary." From his own story of leaving a secure job with nothing but a Home Depot card a…
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The Mindset Shifts That Built a Billion Dollar Brand — TheRealReal's Julie Wainwright on Reinvention & Leadership
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1:15:39What does it take to rebuild your life after public failure — and bet on yourself again? This week, we sit down with Julie Wainwright — a trailblazing entrepreneur who went from the CEO of Pets.com during the dot-com crash to building The RealReal into a billion-dollar luxury resale powerhouse… all in her 50s. Julie was one of only 23 women to ever…
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Episode 25 Lessons Learned From Hosting Our Podcast
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24:13In this celebratory episode marking their 25th podcast, hosts Cassie Newell and Angela Haas reflect on their journey, sharing lessons learned, the dynamics of co-hosting, and the impact of their guests on their personal and professional growth. They discuss the challenges and joys of podcasting, the importance of guest experiences, and how their di…
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Ep. 539: Don't Disparage What Matters, Funny Travel Trends & Handling Hurtful "Jokes"
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28:17We discuss why we shouldn't downplay things that are actually important to us (such as saying “I don’t care about my birthday” if you do care). We also review some fun new travel terms, such as "townsizing" and "JOMO travel," and we address the problem of waiting until we're ready to make big decisions. Plus, we tackle a listener's question about d…
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