Best Alexus Podcasts (2025)

In the very first episode of Ancient Society, Lexi and Philip dive into the messy, dramatic origins of the Trojan War. Forget the Trojan Horse—this war started with a wedding, a Golden Apple, and a whole lot of divine pettiness. From Zeus’ matchmaking mishaps to Paris’ fateful choice and Helen of Sparta’s legendary “prize,” they unpack how gossip, …

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Turning Fear Into Strength with Akshay Nanavanti 32:01

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What if fear, stress, and even pain weren’t enemies to overcome—but powerful allies? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Akshay Nanavanti, founder and author of Fearvana. Akshay has built his life and mission around transforming our relationship with negative emotions—teaching us how to channel fear, struggle, and discomfor…

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Join hosts Lexi and Filip on Ancient SocieTEA, the podcast where mythology meets hot gossip. Each week, one of us spills the tea while the other reacts to the wildest stories from the ancient world. From messy gods and tragic lovers to wars sparked by drama, we’re retelling myths with sass, laughter, and a modern twist. Grab a drink, it’s time to g…

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Paying Attention with Anya Daly 32:30

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In this episode Pat speaks with Dr Anya Daly. Dr Anya Daly investigates the intersections of phenomenology with philosophy of mind, the philosophy of perception, the philosophy of psychiatry, embodied and social cognition, enactivism, ethics, aesthetics and Buddhist Philosophy. They discuss meditation and perception, the divide between continental …

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Fighter Pilot Lessons & Divine Guidance with Ed Rush 41:23

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What if you could get clarity on life’s biggest decisions—not by overthinking, but by listening? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Ed Rush, former fighter pilot, serial entrepreneur, and bestselling author. Ed shares powerful stories from his time in the cockpit and the boardroom, and reveals the unique process he uses to…

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206. AI BONUS with Callan Faulkner: The 3 P’s of Prompting 24:50

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Ever feel like you’re only scratching the surface with AI—using it to draft captions or emails—while sensing it could do so much more? In this episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, I sit down with AI strategist and business coach Callan Faulkner to unlock the secrets of powerful prompting. Callan introduces her Three Ps of Prompting—pain, problem,…

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205. Callan Faulkner: AI Is the Advantage You’re Afraid to Take 1:08:39

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Ever feel like you’re falling behind on AI while everyone else seems to have it figured out? In this episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, Alessia sits down with AI strategist and entrepreneur Callan Faulkner to demystify the hype and show how founders and creators can put artificial intelligence to work today. From the Shopify CEO’s wake-up call …

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Storytelling Secrets for Startup Pitches with Ben Wiener 39:35

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What if the key to winning over investors wasn’t just in your numbers—but in the story you tell? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Ben Wiener, author of Fever Pitch, a fictional story crafted to teach startup founders how to captivate investors. Ben shares why so many pitches fail, how storytelling bridges the gap between…

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Ruth E. Toulson, "Necropolitics of the Ordinary: Death and Grieving in Contemporary Singapore" (U Washington Press, 2024) 58:30

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Can a state make its people forget the dead? Cemeteries have become sites of acute political contestation in the city-state of Singapore. Confronted with high population density and rapid economic growth, the government has ordered the destruction of all but one burial ground, forcing people to exhume their family members. In Necropolitics of the O…

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204. From Reactive to Resilient: Mind the Gap with Dr. Jennifer Bellingrodt 51:25

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Ever wondered why you keep reacting the same way, even when you know better? In this episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, Alessia sits down with Dr. Jennifer Bellingrodt—a licensed clinical psychologist, former Army psychologist, and author—to explore how family history, subconscious programming, and mindset shape our personal narratives . Togeth…

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Sculpting an Epic Life with Paul Hoffman 38:07

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How do you go from writing hit jingles for major brands to helping people design lives filled with purpose and creativity? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Paul Hoffman, a master creator who transformed his career in music into a mission to guide others in sculpting their lives. Paul shares how his early days as a musici…

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Hey Rhody Rewind | Musician Alexus Lee 1:06:39

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Welcome to Hey Rhody Rewind, where we dive deep into the 100+ episode back episodes of Hey Rhody Podcast. This episode was recorded in 2022. In this week’s episode, we are joined by Alexus Lee, singer, songwriter, and musician. Alexus, Nick, and Sascha talk about the moment she knew music would be her "thing," what it's like to let people hear your…

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How AI Click Campaigns Are Changing Online Business with Mike Filsaime 47:38

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What if you could create, launch, and optimize full-scale marketing campaigns in minutes—without needing a big team or weeks of effort? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Mike Filsaime, legendary software creator and founder of some of the most powerful tools for online entrepreneurs. Mike introduces Click Campaigns, his n…

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Rima Vesely-Flad, "Black Buddhists and the Black Radical Tradition: The Practice of Stillness in the Movement for Liberation" (NYU Press, 2022) 1:32:41

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Finalist, Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion, Constructive-Reflective Studies, given by the American Academy of Religion Explores how Black Buddhist Teachers and Practitioners interpret Western Buddhism in unique spiritual and communal ways In Black Buddhists and the Black Radical Tradition: The Practice of Stillness in the Movement for …

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Hey Rhody Rewind | Laura Afonso of Buns and Bites and Honey Buns Social 1:12:11

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Welcome to Hey Rhody Rewind, where we dive deep into the 100+ episode back episodes of Hey Rhody Podcast. This episode was recorded in 2021. In this week’s episode, we are joined by Laura Afonso, the woman behind the cheeky brand Buns and Bites and the online clothing boutique Pinkie Swear. Laura, Nick and Sascha discuss the beginning of Buns and B…

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Breaking Through Roadblocks with Alexus Rae Lopez 32:41

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High-achieving women often face invisible roadblocks—patterns of thought, deep-seated beliefs, and subconscious habits that keep them from truly thriving. But what if you could move past those obstacles without years of rehashing the same painful memories in talk therapy? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Alexus Rae Lopez…

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GRIND AND THRIVE 34:52

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Send us a text On this week’s episode of The Higher View Podcast, we’re diving deep into what it really looks like to strive while grinding. Life can feel like a constant race, with busy schedules, responsibilities, and the daily hustle pulling us in a million different directions. But in the middle of it all, we’ve can see how important it is to i…

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You're A Shining Star 26:44

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Send us a text Our very own Roger Turner is doing a press circuit at the 2025 BlackStar Film Festival! This epic event was nothing short of amazing and impactful. Roger & Alexus sit down to discuss the highlights, the vibe, the experience, and yes! the films!!! You will not want to miss all the good dish on some of the most exciting Black, Brown & …

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203. Stop Building Businesses You Secretly Hate with Gabs Hayes 42:05

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What if the very thing you feared most could be the catalyst for building a life and business you actually love? In this episode of INHABIT, Alessia sits down with entrepreneur and mentor Gabs Hayes, who built a seven-figure consulting firm—only to realize the personal cost was far too high. After losing her son Gabriel, Gabs redefined success on h…

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Love Healing & Spiritual Growth with Elizabeth Cornetta 1:16:52

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On this episode of we are joined by wellness expert and founder of LOVE HEALING & SPIRITUAL GROWTH, Elizabeth Cornetta. Charlie Brewer joins as a guest co-host. This episode begins a little differently than usual, with a guided breathing exercise and a reading from Louise Hay's affirmation cards. Elizabeth discusses the power of affirmations and th…

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Executive Abundance in Just 6–10 Words with Mitchell Levy 46:58

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What if you could distill the who you serve and the why you do it into just six to ten powerful words—and use it to unlock a whole new level of success? On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with Mitchell Levy, an expert executive coach and master at creating what he calls executive abundance. We explore how one concise, well-craf…

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Kirin Narayan, "Cave of My Ancestors: Vishwakarma and the Artisans of Ellora" (U Chicago Press, 2024) 1:17:25

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On the podcast today I am joined by Kirin Narayan, emerita professor at the College of Asia and the Pacific at the Australian National University. Kirin is joining me to talk about her new book, Cave of my Ancestors: Vishwakarma and the Artisans of Ellora published by Chicago University Press in 2024, and in 2025 as an Indian edition by HarperColli…

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The Power of Black Boy Joy 59:39

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Send us a text We celebrate the career of Malcolm-Jamal Warner and his impact on how Black men are portrayed on television. Let's Get Into It!!By Roger Turner, Alexus Bertrand

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202. Pinterest > Instagram? The Traffic Strategy You’re Missing with Melissa Lunt 44:57

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Struggling to grow your digital brand without burning out on social media? Wondering how to create passive income without dancing on Reels or spending hours in Canva? In this episode of INHABIT, Alessia Citro sits down with Melissa Lunt, founder of Superhero Design Co, to unpack how she built a $200,000 template business—powered largely by Pinteres…

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Financial Services For All with RhodeWay Financials' Cameron and Kevin Connaughtonron 1:01:12

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This week on the show, Revill sits down with father and son duo Cameron and Kevin Connaughton, the founders of Rhodeway Financial. This amazing nonprofit provides free financial planning and literacy services to underserved communities right here in Rhode Island. We are joined by guest co-host Nikoli Blinow OMpowerment Psychotherapy for a powerful …

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Using AI To Find Stages With James Feldman 32:25

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If you’re a speaker, coach, or expert looking to get on more aligned, high-impact stages—this episode is your roadmap. On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with James Feldman—master speaker, serial entrepreneur, and AI innovator—to discuss one of the most powerful new tools available to speakers today. James shares how his platfo…

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When Meditation Causes Harm, with Willoughby Britton & Jared Lindahl 1:11:54

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Today I sit down with Willoughby Britton and Jared Lindahl, the interdisciplinary team from Brown University that is responsible for the “Varieties of Contemplative Experience” study on the challenges and adverse effects of meditation. We talk about the design, findings, and outcomes of the study, and how it opened up a new field of interdisciplina…

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Love On Top (with André Holland) 46:22

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Send us a text We talk our favorite films about love and we interview the star of the new movie Love, Brooklyn...André Holland. Let's Get Into It!!By Roger Turner, Alexus Bertrand

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Anne M. Blackburn, "Buddhist-Inflected Sovereignties Across the Indian Ocean: A Pali Arena, 1200-1550" (U Hawaii Press, 2024) 56:21

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From the thirteenth to the fifteenth centuries new kingdoms emerged in Sri Lanka and mainland Southeast Asia. Sovereignty in these new kingdoms was expressed in terms we understand today as coming from ‘Theravada Buddhism’. Crucial to this tradition was the Pali language. Anne Blackburn’s new book, Buddhist-Inflected Sovereignties across the Indian…

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201. Burned Out? Surface-Level Self-Care Won’t Save You w/ Brittany Frost 55:50

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Feeling burnt out from trying to “balance it all”? What if the secret isn’t balance—but blending? In this episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, wellness coach and founder of the Self-Care Sisterhood, Brittany Frost, redefines what it really means to take care of yourself. Together, we unpack the difference between pampering and true self-care, exp…

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Unlocking Success by Calming Your Nervous System – with Dharma Funder 39:36

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On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, we sit down with Dharma Funder , a coach who works with high-achieving leaders and entrepreneurs on the nervous system level to unlock lasting growth and clarity. Rather than chasing more productivity hacks or external solutions, Dharma helps clients regulate their internal state to create success from t…

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Dim is NOT an Option 11:57

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Dim is NOT an Option This Ori Story comes from Diloggun Tales of the Natural World by Ocha’ni Lele Welcome back, Ori travelers. This episode teaches us that you will never know how much wisdom or knowledge a person or thing may possess. It shows us how much light we may possess inside of us, but it is up to each of us individually to come to that k…

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R&B According to BBB 1:05:52

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Send us a text Last month Billboard shared their list of The 75 Best R&B Artists of All Time. https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-rb-singers-all-time/#respond Well...we have some thoughts. Let's Get Into It!!By Roger Turner, Alexus Bertrand

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Magdalena Maria Turek, "Buddhist Hermits in Eastern Tibet: Saint-Making and Ascetic Performance" (Routledge, 2025) 1:19:13

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Magdalena Maria Turek is an independent research scholar. She received her PhD from Humboldt University, Germany, and was a Research Fellow with the Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Program in Buddhist Studies at the American Council of Learned Societies, USA. Her research examines how contemporary reiterations of Tibetan Buddhist orthopraxy, loca…

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How Filmmaking Built a Content Empire (and Millions in Revenue)with Tamara Thompson 47:12

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What if your story could be your biggest growth engine? In this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, we are talking with Tamara Thompson, founder of Broadcast Your Authority, whose work has helped experts turn their brilliance into repeatable content systems that drive massive visibility—and real revenue. Drawing on her background in documentary fi…

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Super Hero Summer 1:08:59

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Send us a text The two biggest brands in the superhero business are rebooting their flagship characters at the box office. Throw in a few super-powered tv series with these movies and we’ve quite an interesting summer. We will give our reviews of what has been released so far and talk about what we are excited to see next. Let's Get Into It!!…

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200. It’s Not All in Your Head—Or Is It? Rewiring Your Subconscious for Real Change with Alexus Rae Lopez 1:11:21

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200. It’s Not All in Your Head—Or Is It? Rewiring Your Subconscious for Real Change with Alexus Rae Lopez What if the root of your anxiety, burnout, or chronic pain isn’t just physical—but deeply wired into your subconscious? In this milestone 200th episode of INHABIT with Alessia Citro, transformational guide and certified NLP master practitioner …

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From Gut Check to Breakthrough: Josh Dech's Journey Through Chronic Illness and Healing 40:34

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On this episode of The Story Engine Podcast, I sit down with functional health expert and gut health specialist Josh Dech, who opens up about his harrowing journey through chronic illness, misdiagnoses, and suicidal ideation—and how it ultimately led him to a life of purpose, healing, and service. We go deep into the hidden impact of gut dysfunctio…

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Don't Forget the F.R.I.E.S. 55:34

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Send us a text The Diddy verdict and the recently filed lawsuit against Tyler Perry has got us thinking about how artists can corrupt the idea of consent in their work. Let's Get Into It!!By Roger Turner, Alexus Bertrand

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Emergent Phenomena with Daniel M. Ingram 1:11:26

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Today, host Prof. Pierce Salguero sits down with Dr. Daniel M. Ingram, a retired ER physician, co-founder of the Emergent Phenomena Research Consortium, CEO of Emergence Benefactors, and a noted adept in Buddhist meditation. Together we explore “emergent phenomena,” or the spiritual, mystical, magical, energetic, and psychedelic possibilities at th…

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199. Stop Asking Why: The Radical Power of Owning Your Story with Marsha Vanwynsberghe 54:57

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Struggling to break free from shame, self-doubt, or the weight of your own story? In this episode of INHABIT, host Alessia Citro sits down with Marsha Vanwynsberghe—NLP trainer, bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host—to explore how vulnerability and reframing your narrative can transform even the most challenging experiences into powerful fu…