Best Always In My Head Productions Podcasts (2025)

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CRYPTO BONUS: Cathie Wood pt 2 - Why Bitcoin Will Always Be #1 Cryptocurrency 15:55

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Cathie Wood, Founder and CEO of Ark Invest, makes the case for why she believes Bitcoin will be the biggest cryptocurrency by far and explains the role of Stablecoins. She also shares her friendly disagreement with Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, explaining why she doesn’t think Ethereum will surpass Bitcoin, though she’s warming up to Ether and has recently …

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Working 3 Days a Week as a Financial Planner and Thriving! 27:47

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In this episode of the Financial Planner Life podcast, Sam Oakes sits down with Hannah Witty, Chartered Financial Planner at Foster Denovo, to explore her inspiring journey into financial planning. From working on superyachts to becoming one of the earliest Chartered female planners in the UK, Hannah shares the personal and professional hurdles she…

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A smarter way to pick the right college 19:48

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When deciding between colleges, it can be tempting to let prestige guide your choice. But so many factors go into finding the right fit: research opportunities, campus extracurriculars, social life, specific classes or programs, and of course, very real financial considerations. This episode, higher education journalist Jeffrey Selingo, author of D…

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Cathie Wood: Turning Failure Into Innovation 42:30

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Cathie Wood, Founder and CEO of Ark Invest, which manages $35bn in disruptive, technology-enabled innovation, joins Wilf to share her market views - why she’s hugely bullish on Tesla, bearish on Apple, warming up to Alphabet, and convinced that both Robotaxis and AI will be “winner-takes-most” markets. She also explains why she’s so optimistic on R…

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Why anxiety is a superpower 19:28

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As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Stuck. It can be a helpful warning signal that something is off, or even dangerous. But when anxiety hits, it's hard to remember its importance. In this episode, Frank explains what we can do to feel more centered when we anxiety makes us feel overw…

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Widowed without a will, Lahra Carey’s story 33:34

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Most of us don’t want to think about what happens if we lose a partner. It’s uncomfortable. It feels far away. But Lahra Carey’s story shows why it’s a conversation we can’t afford to avoid. In this episode of Money & a Good Life, Steph and Ryan sit down with Lahra - entrepreneur, media strategist, and crisis expert to talk about the sudden death o…

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How to maintain a healthy interracial relationship 24:03

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If you're in an interracial relationship, there can be additional concerns even with lots of love and care: cultural misunderstandings, family members who say hurtful things, disagreements over values or communication styles and larger power imbalances at play. This episode, writer Davon Loeb shares advice on navigating racial differences in your r…

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E274: How to Support Your ADHD Child: Mothers Together Q&A with Guest Host Megan Champion - Best Of Friends Series 1:19:17

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Have you ever wondered if you’re doing enough to support your ADHD child? Or maybe you’ve questioned if what you’re trying is even working. You’re not the only one. When I saw that last year’s most downloaded episode was about supporting your ADHD child, I knew I wanted to share this conversation from 2022 with you! In this episode, I’m sharing a Q…

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What to do when your health insurance denies coverage 22:01

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What happens when you get a medical bill for something your insurance should have covered? KFF Health News reporter Jackie Fortiér outlines who talk to, what to say and how to appeal a denial from your insurance company. Have a question about navigating the health care system? Contact us here and you might be part of an upcoming episode of Health C…

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Overcoming romantic obsession 22:26

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When a crush turns into a harmful obsession, you might experience limerence, romantic infatuation characterized by extreme emotional highs and lows, intrusive thoughts and idealization. In this episode, we talk to neuroscientist Tom Bellamy, author of the book Smitten, about how limerence works in the brain, what you can do to stop it, and how to r…

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Affording private school and planning for your kids' education with Peter Higgins 31:53

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Private school can offer great opportunities... but it also comes with a steep price tag. Do you ever wonder how families afford it? In this episode, we investigate the real costs of private education and how to manage them. Whether you're already paying private school fees or just starting to think about your children's future education, this conv…

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Debunking sleep myths 16:51

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There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her colleagues looked into common myths about sleep to help everyone get a better night's rest. This episode originally published Janaury 9, 2024. Want better sleep? Sign up Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, our special newsletter series. When you sign up, you'll rec…

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Baroness Morrissey: Seize The Moment - My Tips For Investing & Life 35:56

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Baroness Morrissey is one of Britain’s most successful investors, becoming CEO of Newton Investment Management at the age of 35, and more than doubling its size over 15 years. She was also Wilf’s first CEO – he started his career at Newton. In this episode, Helena outlines how she’s managed to be so successful, reflecting on why the trade that made…

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New Dog Food FIxes Spike's Diarrhea 34:31

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This is what we were given for Spike: Hills Prescritpion Diet Gastrointestinal Biome Cans and Dry Dog Food, Nutramax Proviable Probiotics Psyllium Husk powder Listen to these two Patron After Shows https://www.patreon.com/posts/138069613 https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-after-show-122506027 Here's one of the many Labs pics I post for patrons: htt…

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Career Tips From Successful Financial Planners Part 2 - Golf Day 47:04

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Welcome to Day 2 of the Financial Planner Life Golf Day – where birdies, bogeys, and brilliant business insights go hand in hand. You can watch this episode on youtube or spotify! here This round sees Michael Yuille CFP™ (aka Mr #ChickenTuesday) and Sam Oakes take on Carla Brown (President of the PFS) and Guy Skinner (Citygate Financial Planning) i…

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Career Tips From Successful Financial Planners Part 1 - Golf Day 1:06:52

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🎥 Financial Planner Life Golf Day | Game 1: Vikash Kanani vs Paul Taylor Real Golf. Real Financial Planners, Real Finanical Planning Career advice. Watch this episode on YouTube or Spotify - here Welcome to the first ever Financial Planner Life Golf Day, where the fairway becomes a forum for honest, unfiltered career advice in financial planning. 🏌…

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Samin Nosrat's recipe for gathering with friends 21:14

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For chef Samin Nosrat, one of the most valuable parts of life is sharing food with the people you love. Samin joins Life Kit to discuss her new cookbook, offers advice for ritualizing ongoing gatherings with friends and shares her recipe for the ultimate garlic bread. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an epis…

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Nick Clegg: Why UK Free Speech is Under Threat; Silicon Valley Needs to Man Up; China Leading the AI Race 40:46

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Nick Clegg, former UK Deputy Prime Minister and President of Global Affairs at Meta, joins Wilfred Frost on The Master Investor Podcast to discuss politics, leadership, and the future of technology. In this wide-ranging conversation, Clegg explains why he believes Britain has 'fallen out of love with the future', the differences between US and UK a…

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Budgeting for college students 25:56

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A new semester has begun, which means college students across the country are taking on debt, opening credit cards and navigating meal plans and housing on their own. Budgeting and managing money, especially as a first-year college student, can be daunting. In this episode, we cover how to plan for student loans, look for scholarships, get part tim…

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Lost your keys? A better way to find them 18:06

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Searching for an item you've misplaced, like a passport, wedding ring or keys, can get frustrating quickly. Luckily, there are tips to help make your search process faster, smoother and calmer. Life Kit digital editor Malaka Gharib talks with visual search experts about their best tricks for finding what's lost. This episode originally published Oc…

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E273: Managing Your Daily Energy Levels as a Mom with ADHD with Guest Host JoAnn Crohn - Best Of Friends Series 32:40

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Do you feel like you're already running on fumes – and it’s barely breakfast time? You’re not alone. In this conversation from the Happy Mom Summit, I talk with JoAnn Crohn of the No Guilt Mom Podcast about what really drains our energy as ADHD moms – and how to recharge in realistic, doable ways. Spoiler alert: it’s not about naps and bubble baths…

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A head-to-toe check-in for the fall 22:54

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It’s not just school kids who could use a back-to-school reset. Your body could use one too. This episode of Life Kit, medical professionals share advice to help you care for your ears, eyes, teeth, feet and skin. We hope these tips leave you feeling healthy and strong as the fall season begins. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our n…

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Things You've Seen That You Should Have Never Seen 35:21

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Bob, our tank driver and telephone lineman, is back to tell us about being lineman in the 70s. Climbing utility poles before OSHA was a thing. Listen to the Patron After Show https://www.patreon.com/posts/138069613 Here's a link to one of our After Shows: https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-after-show-122506027 Here's one of the many Labs pics I pos…

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Liz Truss: UK Is Heading for Calamity, & Inside the Mini-Budget 53:46

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Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss warns that Britain is heading for calamity, with government too big and unaccountable. In this in-depth conversation, she defends the tax-cutting agenda she championed in 2022, backs the Labour government’s trade deal with President Trump, and explains why she has no sympathy for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Truss al…

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Teens are using AI. Here’s how parents can talk about it 23:33

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High school and college students graduating in 2026 will have had access to artificial intelligence models like ChatGPT since their freshman year. Teens are using it in creative ways to help them study, but many have also received little to no guidance on responsible use. In this episode, we discuss how to talk to teens about AI, including its risk…

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Why couples need to talk about money with Rob Devlin 25:22

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The truth is, for a lot of couples, money is one of those conversations people try to avoid. But here's the thing - that's not a great idea. You should be talking about money, how you manage it, and yes, even what happens if you break up. In this episode of Money & a Good Life, Steph and Ryan sit down with Rob Devlin, Head of Advice and Partner at …

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Jim Mellon: Bearish US, big opportunities UK, China & Robotics 36:11

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Billionaire investor Jim Mellon, and co-founder of The Master Investor Podcast chats with Wilf about why he is surprised the US market has been so resilient in the face of multiple challenges, and why he continues to see much greater opportunity elsewhere. They discuss the risks of the US debt crisis, why Jim is cautious on the Mag7 tech giants, an…

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How to pass the CII R01-RO6 exams (DipPFS) in 6 months. 2025 update! 29:57

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How do you pass the CII RO exams and achieve the DipPFS? In this episode of Financial Planner Life, host Sam Oakes speaks with Gary Paul (Academy Relationship Manager, St. James’s Place Academy), John Smith (Qualifications/Technical Trainer, Redmill Advance) and Rebecca Bidwell, who passed the DipPFS in just 5 months. We answer the top questions as…

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Boost your mood in 15 minutes 23:58

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Sometimes you're just feeling blah: maybe the weather's bad, you can't get out of bed and you're struggling to shake off that listlessness. In these moments, the solution is often simpler than we think. This episode, NPR's Science desk and Life Kit staff present research-backed mood boosters to instantly shake yourself out of a slump and turn your …

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BONUS: Tom Lee pt 2 - How Ethereum Could Overtake Bitcoin 20:09

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Tom Lee remains a Bitcoin bull, confident it could one day hit $1M—but he’s even more bullish on Ethereum. In this episode, he explains why Bitcoin’s main appeal is as a store of value, while Ethereum is set to become the backbone of real-world applications. From tokenization outside the US to Wall Street building the infrastructure of the future o…

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Dear Life Kit: When money makes relationships murky 20:20

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Behavioral scientist Wendy De La Rosa and personal finance expert Katie Gatti Tassin answer murky money questions from Dear Life Kit listeners. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at [email protected] Support the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing…

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Tom Lee: A New 10 Year Bull Market Has Begun 32:29

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Tom Lee, founder of Fundstrat Global Advisors, tells Wilf why he thinks the stock market is entering the start of a new 10-year bull run. Tom explains how demographics drive that conviction, while he thinks people are overly concerned about inflation, but that maintaining Federal Reserve independence is critical. He outlines why understanding the c…

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85 First Client Meetings in 2 Months, Why I Love Prospecting! 53:03

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How do you get clients as a financial planner without buying leads or relying on referrals? In this episode of Financial Planner Life, Sam Oakes interviews Jak Ali, Managing Director of J.A. Financial Planning Ltd, a Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management. Jak shares exactly how he generates clients as a financial adviser using cre…

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I bought some overalls, this is my story 18:35

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Winter inusulated overall deep dive with a tangent into jackets :) Eric's instant print camera: https://geni.us/MEa6H Check out the new Cool Stuff emails: Cool Stuff #1 https://preview.mailerlite.com/n3c9y8y8a2 Cool Stuff #2 https://preview.mailerlite.com/h7o6t7l9a6 Sign Up For My Free Newsletters: https://www.gardenfork.tv/email/ Start your Amazon…

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Road safety for pedestrians and cyclists 16:28

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No matter whether you're walking, biking or driving, there are things you can do to stay safe on the road. NPR health correspondent Pien Huang shares her reporting on tips to keep each other safe while sharing our busy streets. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? E…

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How to deal with intrusive thoughts 20:46

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Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are called intrusive thoughts. NPR's senior Visuals producer LA Johnson talks with a therapist and a researcher to figure out what these thoughts mean, where they come from and how best to handle them. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlif…