Best Bending Over Backwards Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 39 - Why Discipline Always Matters More Than Motivation | Alina, Jimmy, Mich, & Vita 32:16

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A lot of people still think motivation is the answer, but the truth is discipline is what keeps things moving. Motivation feels good in the moment, but it disappears fast. Discipline is what actually helps you build habits, face challenges, and keep moving forward when life gets hard. In this episode of *Bending Over Backwards*, Dr. James Adkins is…

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SEO for Web Designers in the AI Age with Lindsay Halsey of Pathfinder SEO EP 161 48:27

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Increase your income without niching down, rebranding or adding more services or skills. Get our 90-Day Revenue Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/161 When you're ready, here are …

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Staying Solo In Your Web Design Business with Maggie Peterson of BS-Free Business EP 160 53:38

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Privacy Policies Made Simple: How Web Designers Can Protect Clients with Termageddon EP 159 46:57

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(#51) Desire Is Divine: The Law of Attraction, Cause vs. Effect & Receiving More 41:19

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Episode Summary: After a month-long pause, Rita returns with one of her most powerful episodes yet - centered on the Law of Attraction, Cause vs. Effect, and the power of receiving. She reads a heartfelt prayer for women stepping into new chapters, then dives deep into how beliefs shape reality, why “desire is divine,” and how to shift from waiting…

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Web Design Business Growth for Introverts: How Deep Relationships Create Big Results with Alyssa Downey EP 158 56:50

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July 2025 Income Report EP 157 1:00:34

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Increase your income without niching down, rebranding or adding more services or skills. Get our 90-Day Revenue Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/156 When you're ready, here are …

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Ep. 38 - How I Found Healing Through God and Community | Vita Galore 46:20

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Many people carry trauma from childhood, abuse, betrayal, or feeling like they were never meant to exist. For some, it becomes a life sentence. For others, it sparks the fight to heal. In this episode, Dr. James Adkins sits down with Vita Galore to talk about her journey from darkness to light. From childhood abuse and family betrayal to decades of…

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Web Design Business Growth Lessons with Squarespace SEO Expert Bekah Read EP 156 1:01:14

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Ep. 37 - Why Most Women Struggle With Weight Loss (And How to Fix It) | Patricia Ivory 36:20

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Most women are told the same story about weight loss: eat less, move more, and try harder. But for many, especially as hormones shift, that advice doesn’t work—and it leaves them frustrated, exhausted, and blaming themselves. In this episode, Dr. James Adkins sits down with Coach Patricia to uncover what’s really happening inside women’s bodies. Fr…

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How To Make Your Web Design Sales Process More Chill EP 155 46:04

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Ep. 36 - How Do You Actually Make Money in Action Sports? | Parker Smith 1:00:10

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How do you turn a small Instagram page into a company with over a million followers? In this episode, Parker Smith shares how he started posting ski videos for fun and ended up co-founding Get Send, a media company working with some of the biggest names in action sports. We talk about his journey from college student to entrepreneur, the leap from …

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Ep. 35 - These 4 Stories Prove That You Can Come Back From Anything | Carey Pena, Darlene Santore, Dr. Tricia Pingle, and Kelsey Zakino 58:26

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Four stories. Four different kinds of pain. One truth: You can come back from anything, even if it feels like your life is falling apart. In this episode, Dr. James Adkins talks with four people who went through some of the hardest moments anyone can face. They were hurt, ignored, and nearly gave up. But each one found a way to stand back up. –> Ca…

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Strategic Branding and Web Design That Pays Off For Your Clients EP 154 1:25:01

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(#50) How To Stop Looking Back & Start Becoming Who You’re Meant To Be 47:37

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Episode Summary: “You’re not lost. You’re not behind. You’re in a sacred space. This is expansion" In this milestone 50th episode, Rita takes you on a deep-dive journey through the messy middle - that liminal space between the old identity you’re shedding and the future self you’re becoming. She shares her personal stories, universal truths, and po…

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June 2025 Income Report EP 153 1:11:05

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Increase your income without niching down, rebranding or adding more services or skills. Get our 90-Day Revenue Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/153 When you're ready, here are …

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Let Your Future Self Lead the Way with Andrea Liebross EP 152 52:02

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Ep. 34 - What You Never Hear About Life as a Doctor | Dr. John Mason 1:03:54

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Dr. John Mason has spent decades saving lives in the ER — until the job nearly broke him. In this unfiltered conversation, we talk about what it really costs to care for others when you never slow down long enough to care for yourself. From burnout and emotional trauma to dirt bike crashes in Africa and near-miss moments in Ukraine, this is what li…

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Redefining Success with Jenny Belanger EP 151 44:47

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Ep. 33 - The Real Reason You Wake Up Tired Every Day | Mich Manaras 39:45

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What if your bad mood, brain fog, and back pain had less to do with mindset and more to do with what you did the night before? In this episode, Mich Manaras, founder of PEAR, shares how wearables and a simple Vibe Score are helping people track their habits, improve their health, and reconnect with the people they care about. We talk about: → How a…

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Podcast Guesting for Web Designers with Jenn Zellers EP 150 44:12

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Ep. 32 - Why Retirement is a Scam and Giving Back Is the Real Win | Jimmy Walker 42:25

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Jimmy Walker is 80 years old. He’s raised over $100 million for charity. Worked with Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan, and Magic Johnson. And he’s still not done. In this episode, we talk about the real reason he never retired, the heartbreak that changed everything, and why giving back became his life’s mission. You’ll hear: → The wild story of how Ce…

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(#49) How to Know You’re Ready for a Bigger Life 39:01

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Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Rita dives deep into what it really means to be ready for a bigger life. She shares the three signs that you’re ready (even if you’re scared), why fear is boring, and how to let go of limiting beliefs, old patterns, and the identity that no longer fits you. If you’re tired of choosing struggle over unknown…

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Creating More Capacity in your Web Design Business with Sarah Noked EP 149 53:26

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Ep. 31 - How Stress Quietly Destroys Your Health Even When You’re “Fine” | Dr. Tricia Pingle 36:37

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Dr. Tricia Pingle spent years helping people deal with stress and exhaustion. But during that time, she was struggling with it herself. In this episode, we talk about how stress can wear you down slowly, even when everything on the outside looks fine. Tricia shares what helped her feel better—from setting boundaries to finding something she genuine…

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May 2025 Income Report EP 148 1:15:33

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Increase your income without niching down, rebranding or adding more services or skills. Get our 90-Day Revenue Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/148 When you're ready, here are …

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Ep. 30 - She Survived Three Strokes And Still Became The Coach For World Champions | Coach Darleen Santore 47:31

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At 25, Darleen Santore had a stroke that changed everything. She was misdiagnosed, told she might die, and told she couldn’t have children. She didn’t quit. She shifted. Now known as Coach Dar, she works with top athletes and business leaders to build mental strength and bounce back when life hits hard. In this episode: → How she rebuilt her life a…

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A Simple YouTube Workflow for Web Designers with Stephanie Kase EP 147 52:32

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(#48) Are Your Thoughts Holding You Hostage? (And What to Do About It) 42:15

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Your brain isn’t broken—it’s just running old software. This episode will show you how to reprogram it and reclaim your power! Episode Summary: In this fierce and fire-filled solo episode, Rita dives deep into the science and spirituality of thoughts, beliefs, and how our subconscious programming is running the show, whether we like it or not. She …

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Ep. 29 - She Nearly Died Trying to Be Heard by Doctors | Kelsey Zakino 43:57

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At just 10 years old, Kelsey Zecchino had spinal fusion surgery. By 26, she was stuck in a wheelchair, on fentanyl, and nearly took her own life. Doctors told her the pain was “just in her head.” They gave her meds, then judged her for needing them. But one conversation changed everything. In this episode, Kelsey shares the raw truth about living w…

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What’s Changing (and What Isn’t) for Women in Web Design with WP Mavens EP 146 56:08

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NEW free training for women web designers: Book higher-paying web design projects without overworking! Get our Profitable Web Design Business Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/14…

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Ep. 28 – What a Chiropractor Learned After Living With Real Back Pain | Dr. Eric Neufang 30:46

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What happens when a spine expert becomes the patient? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Eric Neufang—a chiropractor who went from treating back pain to living through it. After a serious spine injury, two surgeries, and years of recovery, he came back stronger—and more empathetic than ever. Here’s what we talk about: → What actually helped vs. what …

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7 Timeless Lessons for Growing a Web Design Business in 2025 with Rich Brooks of Flyte New Media EP 145 51:07

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Ep. 27 – How She Escaped War and Built a New Life With Only $400 | Alina Sbitnev 59:05

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How do you start a new life with only $400? In this episode, James talks with Alina Sbitnev—a war refugee who escaped to the U.S. and started over from scratch. With just $400 in her pocket, she built a life, learned new skills, and turned struggle into strength. What you’ll hear: → The moment she realized she had to leave → What it felt like arriv…

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April 2025 Income Report EP 144 1:08:13

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NEW free training for women web designers: Book higher-paying web design projects without overworking! Get our Profitable Web Design Business Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/14…

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Ep. 26 – From Broke to Arizona’s Top Realtor | Scott Grigg 27:23

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How do you go from broke to selling Arizona’s most expensive homes? In this episode, Dr. James Adkins talks with Scott Grigg—one of Arizona’s top luxury realtors. Scott shares how one real estate deal changed everything, what it took to grow in a market with no social media, and how he built strong relationships with high-end clients. They talk abo…

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Building a Brand with Jacob Cass of Just Creative EP 143 40:51

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Ep. 25 – How She Turned Pain Into a Media Company That Helps People | Carey Pena 33:41

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Carrie Pena went from being a news anchor to launching her own media company—and now she’s creating powerful documentaries inside prisons. In this episode, Dr. James Adkins talks with Carrie about how trauma shapes our lives, how women can step into leadership without losing themselves, and what it really takes to turn pain into purpose. We also di…

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Overcoming the Fear of Selling with Dave Foy EP 142 1:08:12

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(#47) The Messy Middle: Why You Feel Stuck (and How to Move Anyway) 41:00

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👉 Ready to move out of the messy middle and into your next level? Join us inside Wealth & Wisdom dm me for an exclusive invite 💫 Episode Summary: In this powerful episode, Rita unpacks the psychological and spiritual threshold we all face in the “messy middle” the in-between phase of desiring change but feeling frozen in fear. Drawing from real-lif…

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Ep. 24 - How She Made a Beauty Brand That People Trust | Melissa Langberg 26:33

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How do you go from working in a tiny 200 sq ft boutique… To building one of the most trusted clean skincare destinations in the Southwest? In this episode, Dr. James Adkins sits down withMelissa Langberg, founder of Citrine Natural Beauty Bar, to uncover the real story behind clean beauty, greenwashing in the industry, and what it really takes to g…

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Financial and Business Planning When You Don't Have Children with Childfree Wealth Specialist® Bri Conn EP 141 45:11

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Ep. 23 - The Real Reason So Many Pain Patients Are Still Suffering | Dr. Paul Lynch 47:43

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Dr. Paul Lynch couldn’t save his own brother from an overdose. So he built a clinic to save others. In this episode, we dive into Paul’s story—from growing one of Arizona’s biggest pain practices to launching a mission that could save 1 million lives. we talk about: → how he ranked #1 on google before his clinic even opened → why pain, addiction, a…

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(#46) Stack Your Wins: How to Stop Self-Sabotage and Take Action 46:59

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You’ve got big goals - don’t waste another month spinning your wheels. Come to the live Q&A on May 7 and see exactly how Wealth & Wisdom can help you ditch burnout and build aligned, abundant results ~ [Click Here to Register] Episode Summary: In this episode, Rita unpacks why you keep circling the same goals but don’t make real progress—and spoile…

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March 2025 Income Report EP 140 1:04:44

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NEW free training for women web designers: Book higher-paying web design projects without overworking! Get our Profitable Web Design Business Roadmap Training and find out how to go from undercharging and hustling to booking projects you love (at higher prices than you thought possible). Get the full show notes at https://webdesigneracademy.com/14…

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Ep. 22 – How a Near-Death Experience Made Him a Better Entrepreneur & Servant of God | Jason Lanham 51:03

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When Jason Lanham faced a near-death experience, it didn’t just challenge his body — it changed his soul, his business, and his purpose. In this episode, we unpack Jason’s incredible story: how ulcerative colitis nearly took his life, how it strengthened his faith, and how it shaped him into a stronger entrepreneur and servant of the Lord. Inside t…

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13 Money Myths Keeping Web Designers Under-Earning with Financial Coach Gina Knox EP 139 51:03

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Ep. 21 – From Dishwasher to World-Class Chef: The Truth About Food & Business | Mark Tarbell 45:14

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In this episode, James talks with chef and restaurant owner Mark Tarbell. They go deep into Mark’s life—from washing dishes as a teen to running one of Arizona’s best restaurants. You’ll hear stories about: → Cooking in Europe and working in famous kitchens → Living with back pain after a bad car accident → Why he cooks with real food and avoids se…

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Book Yourself Solid for Creatives with Joana Galvão EP 138 54:21

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Ep. 20 - From Broke Welder to Global CEO: The Hard Truths About Success | Aaron Hodson 49:56

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What does it really take to go from broke welder to global CEO? In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Hodson—business strategist, keynote speaker, and former $2B real estate broker—to unpack the raw truths behind building a life that works for you, not one that burns you out. We talk about: → Why most people fail even with great business ideas → H…