Best Beck Did It Better Podcasts (2025)

When New York Times bestselling author Tembi Locke faced sending her only child to college, she created what she calls a "college moon" - a transformative journey through Sicily that offers fresh wisdom for anyone navigating major life transitions. In her new audio memoir, Someday, Now: A Memoir of Family, Reclaiming Possibility, and One Sicilian S…

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Simple Food & Lifestyle Choices That Protect Your Brain | Austin Perlmutter, MD 1:09:29

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Every choice you make today is rewiring your brain, shaping not just how you think and feel, but who you become. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, author of Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, reveals how modern life disrupts our brain chemistry and shares simple, sci…

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Harness the Power of Deep Listening to Transform Your Relationships | Emily Kasriel 55:48

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Former BBC executive Emily Kasriel reveals eight practical steps to transform any conversation through the art of deep listening, from healing family relationships to bridging seemingly impossible divides. Drawing from research across boardrooms and conflict zones, she shares surprising insights about how small changes in how we listen can lead to …

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252. Devo: Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo! (1978) 1:40:18

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We know you like it extra SLOPPY. The first 25 min are the worst show we have ever done. Then Aaron saves the day. We mostly come up with things to tell Aaron later like Maxim magazine, our fantasy teams, and the Charlie Sheen documentary. Aaron talks carpooling, sloppy joes, and we find out how much beef jerky is in our houses... Rob talks about d…

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From Triggered to Tranquil: Reset Your Nervous System for Lasting Calm | Spotlight Convo 1:04:57

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Your nervous system shapes every reaction, emotion, and experience in your life, yet most of us never learned how to work with it effectively. In this episode, discover practical tools to shift from stress to stability, backed by cutting-edge research and real-world applications from experts who've trained thousands in nervous system regulation. Le…

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Life’s Hidden Season: When Everything Finally Makes Sense | Mark Nepo 49:12

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Through ancient Chinese wisdom and personal experience, poet and spiritual teacher Mark Nepo reveals how life's second half can be our most profound creative awakening. In this intimate conversation about his new book The Fifth Season: Creativity in the Second Half of Life, Nepo shares how aging isn't about decline but rather an invitation to strip…

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251. Elton John: Honky Château (1972) with special guest Magic Mike! 2:03:29

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Mittens! Mr. Whiskers! No! Superfan and smart music guy Magic Mike joins us to talk practicing piano, Elton John, and what exacty is going on with all that milk in Russell's fridge. We talk golden girl mythology and the Pearl Jam/ Magot Brain mashup we have been waiting for. Russell is on fire at his conference and Aaron is back on his shit. Finall…

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The Power of Dabbling (Stop Trying to Be Awesome at Everything!) | Karen Walrond 58:53

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Discover why being proudly mediocre at something you love might be the key to unlocking joy, meaning, and even spiritual practice in your life. In this perspective-shifting conversation, leadership consultant Karen Walrond shares insights from her new book, In Defense of Dabbling: The Brilliance of Being a Total Amateur, revealing how letting go of…

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The Science of Getting Unstuck: Simple Tools That Actually Work | Britt Frank 58:33

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Feel stuck despite knowing exactly what you want to do? Neuropsychotherapist Britt Frank reveals why stuckness isn't a character flaw but a brain state you can change, sharing science-backed strategies from her book The Getting Unstuck Workbook: Practical Tools for Overcoming Fear and Doubt - and Moving Forward with Your Life. Learn why willpower i…

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250. SECRET LIVE SHOW------ Buzzcocks: Singles Going Steady (1979) 1:26:02

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Thanks to everyone who came out to talk about Russell getting spanked, the funniest raps, and how many people could we really marry? Raise a glass of squash juice, as we listen to the beginning of pop punk, and talk about the shortest songs ever. Next week, we'll talk Elton John and Honky Chateau. Beck Line is 802 277 BECK…

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An Impossible Dream That Became an Incredible Life | Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. 50:25

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From gazing at stars on the Navajo reservation to becoming NASA's first African American spacewalker, Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. shares how to transform setbacks into launching pads for extraordinary achievement. In this powerful conversation, he reveals how seeing Earth from space changed his perspective on humanity, and offers practical wisdom fro…

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Feeling Like You’ve Fallen Behind in Your Own Life? This’ll Help. 1:00:32

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In this collection of intimate essays, we explore what happens when we prioritize genuine presence over performance, deep connection over financial success, and authentic expression over social expectations. Through personal stories and practical insights, learn how small shifts in how we show up, communicate, and measure success can transform our …

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Beck Does it Again! John Prine: John Prine (1971) with special Guest Jon from Edina 2:17:18

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We're busy and we're sorry but our buddy Jon just started a new job so we want to celebrate by reposting one of our favorite episodes, favorite albums, and favorite guest (Suzanne doesn't read these) Congrats to Jon on the new job, here is to hoping you can buy bigger buckets for the garage, and some more shoes for your two lengthed legs. We may or…

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How Branding Builds Winning Companies with Dan Antonelli of KickCharge Creative 35:39

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Joe Crisara, America’s Service Sales Coach, sits down with branding authority Dan Antonelli, founder of KickCharge Creative. Together, they explore how a strong brand identity isn’t just about logos—it’s about driving sales, inspiring teams, and creating long-term customer loyalty. What You’ll Learn: ✅Why…

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How to Stop Feeling Like It's You Against the World | Scott Barry Kaufman 55:22

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Ever wondered why some people move past hardships while others get stuck in them? In this transformative conversation, Columbia professor Scott Barry Kaufman reveals the crucial difference between experiencing hardship and adopting a victim mindset, sharing research-backed strategies from his book, Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower You…

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7 Keys to Making Work…gulp…fun! | Bree Groff 1:04:31

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What if showing up as your most authentic, playful self was the key to doing truly brilliant work? Bree Groff, author of Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously), shares her radical rules for injecting more joy, creativity and aliveness into your professional life. An eye-opening listen for anyone who wants to finally merge work and life into o…

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249. Whitney Houston: Whitney Houston (1985) 1:19:48

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WELCOME TO THE POSITIVE SHOW! The greatest love of all is loving your shelf.... that holds the best selling album of 1986, its this one... Whitney Houston by Whitney Houston! We become the best podcast about THE VOICE with the only Whitney Houston album on this dumb list! but before we talk about Whitney, her voice, and her legacy, we talk selling …

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The Courage to Change When Everyone Wants You to Stay the Same | Danté Stewart 46:01

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Former college football player turned minister Danté Stewart reveals what happens when you stop shrinking yourself to fit others' expectations and start trusting your own evolution. Drawing from his acclaimed memoir Shoutin' in the Fire, Stewart shares intimate stories about navigating faith, identity, and belonging, offering a fresh perspective on…

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The Hidden Gold Mine in Your Service Business (Joe Crisara on The Flywheel Effect) 55:50

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In this episode, Joe Crisara sits down with Brent Sonnek-Schmelz on VITAL - The Flywheel Effect Podcast. Joe reveals how companies can uncover hidden profit centers, create ongoing revenue streams, and build customer loyalty by anticipating needs rather than waiting for problems. Whether you run a project-based company or a traditional service busi…

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The Science of Better Relationships: 3 Experts Share What Really Works | Spotlight Convo 1:14:53

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Ever wonder why some relationships thrive through challenges while others crumble? In this spotlight episode, leading relationship researchers share the exact patterns that predict relationship success, revealing why conflict isn't the problem—it's how we navigate it that matters. Learn practical tools from the Gottmans' decades of research, discov…

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Beck Did It Again! Johnny Cash: At Folsom Prison ReRelease 1:57:37

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We can't get together to record due to the summer being over and everything happening at once so we got together with our good friend Jon and talked a little Minnesota State Fair because Johnny Cash is the first person to ever sell out a concert there! Listen up! This ep is funnier than I thought and has an all time "next album" joke that won't mak…

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The 4 Keys to Better Conversations (Even When They're Messy) | Alison Wood Brooks 59:03

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Harvard professor Alison Wood Brooks reveals why those perfectly polished conversations we see in movies and TV are actually making it harder for us to connect in real life. In her new book Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, she shares the surprising science behind why messy, imperfect conversations often lead to deep…

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Shaping a Culture with Pure Motives with Dennielle Hearn 29:20

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Joe Crisara sits down with Dennielle Hearn of Hearn Service Company in Ohio to talk about building a strong culture through Pure Motives. Dennielle shares how she and her husband Tom grew their multi-generational family business by embracing the Pure Motive process, training alongside their team, and keep…

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Tired of Fighting With “opponents,” What if There Was a Better Way? | Scott Shigeoka 57:32

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When Scott Shigeoka, a queer Asian American progressive, packed everything into his Prius and spent a year seeking out conversations with people who held opposing views, he discovered something remarkable about the relationship between fear and curiosity. In this transformative conversation, Scott shares insights from his book "Seek: How Curiosity …

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248. Green Day: American Idiot (2004) 1:44:52

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We are taking a drive down the boulevard as we become the best podcast about Green Day and American Idiot. We are talking the Miami Heat, the WNBA, and Aaron drops a bomb on us. It turns out kids love Green Day, we talk driving tests, and the fun of writing notes to bad parkers. Russ puts his relationship on the line for records and we talk about G…

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How IFS is Healing Trauma & Changing Lives (Maybe Yours?) | Tamala Floyd, LCSW 1:08:16

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What if those parts of yourself you've been trying to change or silence are actually trying to protect you? In this illuminating conversation, psychotherapist Tamala Floyd reveals how understanding and building relationships with your different inner parts can transform exhaustion into wholeness, offering insights from her new book Listening When P…

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The Truth About Headaches: Surprising Science & Groundbreaking Treatments | Tom Zeller Jr. 58:53

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Until 2018, we had no medications specifically designed to prevent migraines or cluster headaches - a startling fact given that headaches affect billions worldwide. In this revealing conversation, former New York Times journalist Tom Zeller Jr., author of The Headache: The Science of a Most Confounding Affliction—and a Search for Relief, weaves tog…

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How to Turn Leads Into Paying Jobs with Phil Risher 24:16

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Joe Crisara sits down with Phil Risher of Phlash Consulting to break down a proven, data-driven marketing framework that’s helping home service businesses grow fast — without wasting months on cookie-cutter SEO and ad campaigns that don’t deliver. Phil shares the three pillars of the customer journey that…

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247. Sade: Love Deluxe (1992) 1:27:00

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We become the best podcast about Sade (the band) when we break down the album Love Deluxe and look at the timeline of how this album came to be known as one of their best. We also hear about Aaron's juice trips again and whats on the Radio, Russ gets big timed on his date, Matt gets down and dirty at the record store, and Rob gets big timed even mo…

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How Being Highly Sensitive Can Be Your Superpower | Elaine Aron, PhD [Best of] 1:08:01

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Psychologist Dr Elaine Aron sits down with Jonathan Fields to unpack the traits of the Highly Sensitive Person and show how this wiring can become your greatest strength in family life. Get science-backed strategies straight from her book “The Highly Sensitive Parent: Be Brilliant in Your Role, Even When the World Overwhelms You” and start turning …

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It’s Never Too Late to Let the Real You Shine. A Love Story. | Sherri Dindal 52:56

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What happens when a former investigator who spent 26 years keeping her true self hidden decides at age 50 to let it all out on social media? Meet Sherri Dindal, who transformed from living life behind a mask to becoming The Real Slim Sherri, amassing 5.7 million followers by showing up with raw authenticity, humor and hard-won wisdom that's inspiri…

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246. LL Cool J: Mama Said Knock You Out (1990) 1:56:00

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(Undertaker Rising up Gif) Sorry for the late upload, I could not find my Dad's computer and he was sleeping. I am 45 years old. We are now the best LL Cool J podcast and we are talking about the GOATs 4th album Mama Said Knock You Out. We discover that this is really a love album, an album about how much this guy loves food. From Candy Bars to Cer…

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Make Your HVAC Proposals Stand Out with Craig Battin 32:04

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Joe Crisara sits down with Craig Battin, CEO and co-founder of Airship—a new sales and proposal platform designed specifically for HVAC pros. More than just a pricing tool, Airship is built to help contractors increase ticket sizes, boost conversion rates, and create stunning, customer-facing proposals us…

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The Agility Architect: Your Life as an Evolving Design | Summer Series 1:03:09

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What if your life isn’t a fixed plan, but a living, evolving blueprint? In the final episode of our 4-part Inner Architect summer series, you’ll discover five practical, science-backed strategies to adapt with clarity, turn setbacks into growth, and build a life that keeps pace with who you're becoming. If you're craving more meaning, momentum, and…

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Call By Call Masterclass with Joe Crisara Presented by Rilla 1:05:18

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Learn how to transform your service department using call-by-call coaching in this exclusive masterclass, hosted by Joe Crisara of Service MVP and joined by Arnav from Rilla. Discover how to combine mid-call monitoring, AI-powered coaching, and real-time analytics to increase performance, close more sales, and boost technician accountability. In th…

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The Surprising Upside of Regret | Dan Pink 1:07:54

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What if regret isn’t something to avoid, but a powerful tool for living a better life? In this conversation, Daniel Pink shares surprising insights from his book The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, revealing how our regrets can help us make wiser decisions, build deeper connections, and live more intentionally. If you've eve…

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Beck Does it Again: Paranoid by Black Sabbath 1:45:33

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With the passing of Metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, we felt it was fitting to release an old episode where we listened to one of the first metal albums ever "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath. We recorded a little intro after our last episode but this episode is chock full of goodies from 2023. Russ does a parody song, Russ looks for a missing car, Matt talks…

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Foundation & Flow: Designing Your Days for Peak Living | Summer Series 56:35

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Struggling to turn your dreams into reality? In this 3rd episode of our summer series, discover the secrets to effortless change and peak living. You'll learn practical strategies to master your habits, design your environment for success, and unlock a state of flow to experience more joy and fulfillment daily. Episode Transcript If you LOVED this …

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Sales Mindset for Home Service Pros with Stephen Cerda 27:04

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Ethan Ralphs sits down with Stephen Cerda, a former IT professional turned sales manager at Lowery’s Plumbing in Lubbock, Texas. With only a few months in the trades, Stephen shares what it’s been like jumping into a completely new industry—and how learning to truly listen changed everything. He opens up …

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A Balm for Anxious Times: The Power of Spoken Word | Sarah Kay 59:58

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Unlock the transformative power of poetry to dissolve your isolation and unveil universal human truths. Sarah Kay, author of A Little Daylight Left: Poems, shares her lifelong journey of using metaphor and imagery to illuminate life's most visceral experiences - from violence and heartbreak to aging and mortality. Discover how poetry can crack you …

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How This HVAC Owner Scaled From 1 Truck to 13 Using ServiceTitan, Branding & Training ft. Michael Wiley 35:43

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, America's Service Sales Coach Joe Crisara sits down with Michael Wiley, owner of Bee Right There Heating & Air in Atascadero, CA. Michael reveals how he took over a one-man HVAC company in 2018 and scaled it to a 13-truck operation—focusing on branding, training, and tech like ServiceTitan. Whether you're…

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245. Cocteau Twins: Heaven or Las Vegas (1990) 1:42:27

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Hey everyone, This week we have Russell going a wedding and making a stop in a muddy field first, we talk 87/91 Twins, and we start our voicemail triptych. Matt talks about the changes in Pearl Jam and life in Noth Dakota, and Aaron goes to multiple water parks while Rob has some water problems of his own. Then we briefly discuss the Cocteau Twins …

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The Future Self Project: Envisioning Your Next Chapter | Summer Series 53:18

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Feel stuck wondering if this is all there is? In part 2 of our Summer Series, transform that uncertainty into clarity as we explore science-backed tools to create a compelling vision of your future self. Learn practical exercises that harness your brain's natural visualization powers to move from simply dreaming about change to actively creating th…

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Why Empathy Wins in the Worst Moments ft Elizabeth Pratt 28:50

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Ethan Ralphs sits down with Elizabeth Pratt, franchise owner of Paul Davis Restoration Temecula Valley. Liz opens up about her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to running a successful emergency restoration business. With over a decade of experience, she shares what it’s really like to own a franchise…

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Andrea Gibson on Searing Honesty, Pure Love & Surrender to Awe 1:08:25

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In this heartfelt conversation from 2020, celebrated poet Andrea Gibson shares intimate wisdom on creativity, identity, and embracing life fully, including soul-stirring performances of their cherished poems. Gibson, whose memorable works include "You Better Be Lightning," brings gentle wisdom and profound insight to this meaningful discussion, now…

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244. Kanye West: 808s & Heartbreak (2008) 1:24:34

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Hey folks, We are back talking about Kanye again, but we also have some fun. We are talking songs with more than one horn, keeping track of our IDs, and talking about Nerd Clusters for longer than I remember. We discuss Kanye and who this album influenced and the run he was in while also acknowledging he is a real problem overall. Next week we are …

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Mid-Year Reset: Taking Stock, Realigning, and Reclaiming Your Year | Summer Series 45:11

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Ready to hit the reset button? In this powerful episode, Jonathan guides you through a transformative mid-year reset process. Discover how to reflect with self-compassion, practice emotional agility, align with your core values, and intentionally design the second half of 2025 for more purpose, joy, and authenticity. Episode Transcript If you LOVED…

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Why Confidence is Your Secret Weapon as a Service Tech ft. Zach Beck 50:46

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In this episode of the Service MVP Podcast, Ethan Ralphs welcomes Zach Beck from Woodfin, Your Home Team, an Electrical Service Technician and Team Leader with a remarkable journey in the trades. Zach, part of a family deeply rooted in the service industry, shares his unique perspective on growing up in the business, embracing challenges, and the p…

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The 4 Chemicals That Secretly Run Your Life (and How to Rebalance Them) | Tj Power 1:04:50

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What if your phone is actually training your brain to feel less motivated, less connected, and more stressed? In this fascinating conversation, neuroscientist TJ Power, author of The DOSE Effect: An Inspiring Self-Healing Guide About the Mind-Body-Hormonal Connection, reveals how four key brain chemicals shape our experience of life, and shares sur…