Best Bridge Burner Podcasts (2025)

Send us a text In part two of Teresa’s conversation with Andrew Schall, the discussion turns toward personal and professional growth, goal setting, and navigating change. Andrew shares his approach to mentoring, the importance of defining clear success criteria, and why tracking progress—both qualitatively and quantitatively—matters for long-term i…

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep9: Dagger playing game 41:12

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We tried to make a cult but it didn't work. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Building Bridges in UX: Personas, Journey Maps, and Empathy at Scale | Ep #40 22:06

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Send us a text In this episode, Teresa is joined by Andrew Schall, author of The Persona and Journey Map Playbook and a seasoned UX leader with over 20 years of experience in design, research, and strategy. Together, they explore how personas, journey maps, and stakeholder mapping can be used not just as deliverables, but as empathy-building tools …

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep8: Worse or even worse 1:02:29

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We then talk mostly about Sean and his politicking, but also some about politics in general (gasp!). The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep7: The 100% Drinking Game 1:12:36

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Will you love this podcast episode? 100%! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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When the Hustle Fades (and Why It Matters to Slow Down) | Ep #39 10:37

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Send us a text This week’s episode is a little different — and honestly, a little tender. I’m coming to you tired. Not broken, not burnt out, but moving through a season that’s stretched me thin. Instead of pushing through or pretending to be at full capacity, I wanted to share something real: what it means to show up even when the hustle fades. We…

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep6: Going game show 1:03:29

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Co-host Caitlin is back which means longer episodes! Check it out, this time we went past an hour. We used to go an hour and twenty minutes sometimes but we've trimmed it a bit mostly because we record early in the morning now before our days start. Oh, and Bachelor in Paradise is now a game show. Enjoy! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burne…

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep5: It's pretty good 34:18

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Today we have a shorter episode for ya because there are only two of us co-hosts. But we try to fill it up with as many action-packed, hard-hitting takes as possible. And only some of the takes are about Kat! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep4: Gleaming the Cube 55:43

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Back with us this week is Vanderpump Robs and collectively we talk about Kat going to a Dodgers game, Kat trying to figure out what "deaded" means, and whether Kat represents Nebraskans when she chooses Dale. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Mid-year Pulse Check – What’s on Your Front Burner? | Ep #38 14:23

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Send us a text In this solo episode, I’m inviting you to pause with me and reflect at the halfway point of the year. I’ll guide you through a series of prompts to check in on your goals, your growth, your self-care, and what’s been sitting on your front burner versus what’s been left on the back. I'll also walk you through a holistic check-in — min…

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep2&3: Shoot your shot 1:02:20

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The one and only Vanderpump Robs joins us to discuss the spicy FIVE HOURS of content that Bachelor producers have blessed us with this week. Is it better than Love Island? Do we like the Goldens? What's up with Jeremy? We answer these and all of your other questions in this spicy podcast episode! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcas…

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Designing Your “Why”: Tools, Storytelling, and Self-Discovery with Doon Malekzadeh (Part 2) | Ep #37 18:09

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Send us a text In this follow-up conversation with Doon, we shift gears and talk about storytelling, emotional resonance, and the tools he’s built to help people (including himself) clarify who they are and what they stand for. In this episode, we talk about: How Doon used ChatGPT to automate his job applications and what he learned from that proce…

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Bachelor in Paradise 10ep1: Rebirth 51:06

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Hey we're back and ready to figure out all the new twists and turns, and slow motion and fuzzy backgrounds, of this new Bachelor in Paradise season. Will we still be Team Kat? Do we like Jeremy? Probably not, but maybe! We talk about that along with our usual deconstruction of everything else. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast c…

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Curiosity at Work: Building a Career You Want to Wake Up to with Doon Malekzadeh (Part 1) | Ep #36 24:50

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Send us a text In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, I talk with inspiring product design leader and builder Doon Malekzadeh about how early curiosity, play, and hands-on problem-solving laid the groundwork for a dynamic design career. We explore: Doon’s childhood love of Legos and how it shaped his design instincts Why curiosity and play are po…

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Unwritten: What Graduation Teaches Us About New Beginnings | Ep #35 12:54

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Send us a text Graduation isn't just for students. It's a moment we experience many times in life - whenever we let go of an identity, a title, or a chapter we've outgrown. In this reflective and personal episode, we explore how transitions like graduation (and even layoffs) challenge who we think we are, and invite us to become something new. Refl…

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Ken Skistimas: The Power of the Pause (Part 2) | Ep #34 15:56

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Send us a text In the current climate we might be afraid to take a break and invest time in ourselves. Ken Skistimas joins us for part 2 of our conversation about authenticity and the power of taking it easy on yourself. Here’s Why It Matters is your space for clarity, focus, and personal growth strategies—so you can finally align your actions with…

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Ken Skistimas: Why Authenticity and Self-Care Matter – Especially When You’re a Manager (Part 1) | Ep #33 18:19

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Send us a text Ken Skistimas, a Senior Design Manager with ServiceNow, joins us this week to discuss the importance of authenticity and self-care, and why it matters even more when you’re a leader supporting a team. Here’s Why It Matters is your space for clarity, focus, and personal growth strategies—so you can finally align your actions with your…

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Evolving Out Loud: Amplifying Your Brand Through Strategic Stretching | Ep #32 21:22

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Send us a text In the final episode of our 3-part series on personal brand personas, we explore what it looks like to not just define and live your brand — but to amplify it. Teresa dives into the discomfort of growth, the power of aligned partnerships, and the simple courage it takes to speak your truth consistently. This is an episode about claim…

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Putting Your Brand to Work: Where It Shows Up and Why It Matters | Ep #31 12:35

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Send us a text In this episode, we take your personal brand work one step further — from internal clarity to external expression. Now that you’ve defined who you are and how you want to show up, how do you actually communicate that across your work and relationships? We’ll explore: Where your brand already shows up (yes, even in Slack) How to build…

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How to Build Your Personal Brand Persona | Ep #30 15:22

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Send us a text In this episode, we turn the classic UX persona lens inward to help you design something deeply personal: your own brand. Whether you’re starting a new role, pivoting in your career, or just feeling a little unclear on how you’re showing up in the world — building a personal brand persona is a powerful way to create clarity and align…

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Rewriting your Money Story: From Fear to Financial Clarity | Ep #29 16:50

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Send us a text In the second half of our conversation with Holly Wallis, we dive deeper into financial habits, mindset shifts, and practical strategies for gaining financial control. We explore societal pressures and gender norms around money and how these narratives shape financial behaviors. Holly shares stories from her coaching practice, illust…

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The Money Mindset Shift with Holly Wallis | Ep #28 24:50

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Send us a text In the first half of the episode, financial coach Holly Wallis shares her journey into financial coaching, starting with her experience of launching her own business without being a finance expert and learning through trial and error. She discusses the importance of financial literacy, particularly for women, and how managing money e…

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Bachelor 29ep9&AFR: Getting nowhere 1:09:06

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Now that we're on TikTok our commentary game has hit an all-time high. For example, we go on a bit about Mormonism, whether picking Juliana makes Grant crazy, what kind of shoes Latia as wearing, and whether or not there will be Cougars in Paradise. Hit the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.…

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Humans Aren’t Going Anywhere: Why AI is the Next Internet Moment | Ep #27 17:43

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Send us a text In the second half of my conversation with JB, we take a look at AI and the potential it has for accelerating what we do. We also touch on why it’s important for human-centered practice and purpose as it evolves. The book recommendation JB shared is The Jungle is Neutral, by F. Spencer Chapman, DSO. Here’s Why It Matters is your spac…

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Bachelor 29ep8: Yes, yes, no 1:09:12

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We have a great episode of the podcast for ya, one filled with speculation about who had sex in the fantasy suites, takes on who we like the least, and questions about appendages. Hit the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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How Process and Structure Can Help You Find Your Purpose | Ep #26 22:41

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Send us a text We are joined this week by JB Meek, an Operations Executive who has been able to navigate the complexity of a myriad of businesses in creating process and structure for critical deals and even every-day business to help everything move smoothly. In the first half of our conversation, JB details why it matters to have a growth mindset…

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Bachelor 29epWTA: The Carolina show 31:17

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When life gives you lemons.... That's a way of saying that there wasn't too much to talk about so we have a shorter podcast episode for you'all. But we still get into arguments and we still wonder what these Tell All's are all about. Hit the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.…

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Bachelor 29ep6: Incredibly entitled 1:02:18

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Hey now, we're back with another episode and this time it's hometowns, and those hometowns don't disappoint. We tear down each of the hometown dates in detail and talk about what we don't like about each women still in the running, who we think Grant my choose, and then a little bit about Mardi Gras. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner po…

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Breaking Free from Autopilot: How to Cultivate Intentional Thoughts | Ep #25 11:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Here's Why It Matters, we explore how repetitive, automatic thoughts keep us stuck and how to break free. Discover three powerful techniques to cultivate intentional thinking, rewire your brain, and shift from anxiety to empowerment, especially during challenging times like job loss. Learn practical exercises to st…

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Let’s Talk About Thoughts, Baby! | Ep #24 17:51

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Send us a text Let’s talk about you and me... Let’s talk about all the good things and the bad things we can say – to ourselves! Noticing is the first step, and today we are talking about the power of our thoughts and how we can start to be more intentional with those thoughts. We have an average of 60,000 thoughts every day – and 75% of them are n…

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Bachelor 29ep5: Lines they choose not to cross 48:15

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We're on to the fifth episode of the season and things remain about the same. They're in Scotland now and it starts to rain, so that's different. The women are still piling on Carolina, which makes us like her even more. And Dina is still the reverse-villain who (gasp) gets a rose. Hit the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Br…

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Here’s Why It Matters to Remember Who You Are - Especially During Times of Disruption | Ep #23 11:41

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Send us a text The tech industry has gone through a number of challenges in the last few years. Lots of layoffs – lots of workers displaced. What do you do if you find yourself impacted by a big life change like a layoff? Why is it important to push the pause button and what do you do? Who are you if you aren’t working at your company? I would love…

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Bachelor 29ep4: Algorithms 41:33

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Co-host Craig gets miffed because he's not in our Bachelor PhD TikTok videos, then gets more miffed when Co-host Iciar brings up Instagram. It's a battle of the algorithms. Fortunately, Co-host Caitlin is present to help us sort it all out. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.…

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Here’s Why Caring for Yourself First Matters | Ep #22 14:56

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Send us a text Are you a caretaker to everyone else in your life – only to put yourself last? Let’s dive into why it’s so important to put yourself first, and why it’s important to take stock around what YOU need out of all of the areas in your life for yourself, and why that is essential. Email me to stay accountable! [email protected]…

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Bachelor 29ep3: That's sweet 1:18:40

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Co-host Caitlin is back with us and together we talk about Super Bowl parties, dog rescue companies, what's up with Zoe, what's up with Carolina, and so and and so forth. Click on the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Bachelor 29ep2: Making dinner in a burning down house 40:33

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We announce that we're now on TikTok and are pretty proud of that accomplishment. Then we talk about the models ERR contestants as they start to melt down over Grant and the process. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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Bachelor 29ep1: Tall versus taller 39:20

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We're back this season and we start off by talking about the fires in Los Angeles (sort of). Then we talk about Grant (sort of) before talking about the women. There are a lot of models and they are all tall. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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REALITY TV NOW Live at LA COMIC CON 2024 with Peter Madrigal, Girls Unscripted, and Bachelor PhD 52:06

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In October 2024 Vanderpump Robs hosted a live panel at LA Comic Con with guests Peter Madrigal, Girls Unscripted, and Bachelor PhD. If you couldn't make it, enjoy this live show recording! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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How to Believe in Yourself and Welcome Change into Your Life | Ep #21 15:32

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Send us a text Have you ever had someone believe in you? I mean believe in you to the point where you are inspired to step into your power and achieve things you didn’t know were even possible. How might you create that magic yourself? Take another listen to Episode 1 where we discussed building your personal roadmap – lots of strategies are used t…

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How to Integrate Strategy into Your Personal Life (Part 2) | Ep #20 24:14

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Send us a text Strategy isn’t just for your professional life. How do you stay aligned with where YOU want to go next? In what ways do you honor yourself? How do you know when it’s time to switch-up the strategy? Join us for Part 2 of our conversation – with Karen Holop and Monique LaLonde. Here is a bit more about each of them: Karen Holop Karen i…

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Why Is It Important to Protect Time for Strategy? (Part 1) | Ep #19 24:35

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Send us a text Join us for a conversation about the importance of strategy. What it is, why it’s important – and how to protect time for it. For this conversation, I’m joined by two amazing humans: Karen Holop and Monique LaLonde. Here is a bit more about each of them: Karen Holop Karen is a product leader with 15+ years of experience in building c…

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Why It’s Important to Be Pro-Active and Manage-Up in Preparing for Your Performance Review (Part 2) | Ep #18 26:29

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Send us a text The year seems to fly by, and because it goes so fast, it’s critical to capture how you’re tracking to goals all year long. Join us to discover strategies for measuring where you are, where you’ve been, and where you want to be in the future. Here’s Why It Matters is your space for clarity, focus, and personal growth strategies—so yo…

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Golden Bachelorette 1ep9&AFR: Reunited at last 50:09

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Co-host Caitlin is back and we dive right into our takes on this finale episode. Like, what's up with Joan's son Nick? And what's up with those keys to a non-existent apartment in New York? We try to answer these and more, so join us by hitting the play button! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.…

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How to Use Strategy to Set Yourself Up for Success: It’s Year-End Performance Review Time! (Part 1) | Ep #17 30:23

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Send us a text It’s that time of year! We are rapidly approaching the end of the year, and you know what that means. End of year performance prep time. Join us for a conversation around the importance of identifying a strategy for highlighting your impact for the year – and why it’s important to amplify your contributions. Here’s Why It Matters is …

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How to Lean into Your Authenticity to Build Your Social Ecosystem in a New Culture (Part 2) | Ep #16 27:33

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Send us a text When you put yourself out there with vulnerability - you open yourself up to more than just risk. You connect with others and act with bravery to ask for exactly what you need. It’s important to have grace for yourself when integrating into a new culture. How do you lean into how you connect with others and use curiosity as you build…

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Golden Bachelorette 1ep7: ER plotlines 35:29

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In this episode we talk about the fantasy suites that weren't so sexy because there were... no beds? Then we talk about ER (the TV show), the French, and more bands from Kansas. Hit the play button and join us! The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burner podcast collective.

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The Beauty of Cultures (Part 1) | Ep #15 29:12

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Send us a text What comes up for you when you think about working in different cultures? When you’re immersing yourself in a new job, or even a new location - how do you honor who you are and amplify that in this new space you find yourself in? Here’s Why It Matters is your space for clarity, focus, and personal growth strategies—so you can finally…

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Golden Bachelorette 1ep6: Bands from Kansas 37:52

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We loooooove Kansas. So much so that we dedicate a good amount of time towards figuring out bands from Kansas that we like. Well, really, it's more like Co-host Craig bugging Co-host Iciar about it, since she, well, likes bands. We also talk about the four hometown dates even though they're pretty boring. The Bachelor PhD is part of the Bridge Burn…

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How a Manager Can Step Into Influence for the Broader Good – and Stay in a People First Mindset (Part 2) | Ep #14 24:58

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Send us a text It’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Being a manager can be challenging – especially when faced with performance issues you need to address or when managing up to find a balance with the work and the people in front of you. Here’s Why It Matters is your space for clarity, focus, and personal growth strategies—so you can finally align …