Best Built Different Studios Podcasts (2025)

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The Connection Cure: Social Prescribing, Loneliness, and Why Belonging Is Medicine with Julia Hotz | 373 36:43

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We’re calling BS on the idea that “health” is only pills, trackers, and willpower. In this conversation with journalist and TEDx speaker Julia Hotz, author of The Connection Cure, we dig into social prescribing—evidence-based referrals to movement, nature, art, service, and belonging—that can lower stress, boost mood, and make our lives feel human …

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Escaping the Coaching Grind: How Hayden & Sel Built a Business That Runs Without Them 57:49

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Keen to chat to our team about building a $1M dream business and life? Go here: https://bit.ly/4kZSlya Want to LEARN proven systems to grow your business without burnout? Go here: https://bit.ly/44XoX5w If I opened your week right now, would I see a coach chained to the field from dawn till dark, or a leader who’s built a business that runs without…

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Episode 213: Leadership Starts Inside: How Propel 2Gether Helps Owners Breathe Again 33:10

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“You bring yourself to work every day. You bring yourself to work as a leader.” – Nikki McGoohan In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, AIBF Co-CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Nikki McGoohan, founder of Propel 2Gether and Business All-Star Master Practitioner Business Services 2025. Nikki is a mentor, coach, trainer, and emotional intelligence sp…

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Just JoJo Holiday Edition: Gratitude Beyond Gifts 32:25

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In this solo episode of the For Good Podcast, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons reflects on gratitude as more than a holiday tradition — but a daily practice that reshapes how we move through stress, pressure, and life itself. From slowing down to appreciating the small wins, JoJo shares why gratitude has become one of his most important tools for mental clari…

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736. Advantage of the Holidays and “Organic” Fundraising 11:04

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Host Scott duPont explains why and how November through January is the best time of the year to fundraise.

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Stop Saying “I’m Fine”: Nervous System Regulation for High-Achieving Women with Michelle Grosser | 372 40:01

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If your default answer to “How are you?” is “I’m fine, it’s just a busy season” (and that “season” has started to feel like winter in Alaska), this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re talking nervous system regulation for high-achieving women — the ones juggling all the things, smiling through the stress, and low-key running on fumes. I’m joined …

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Emotional Fitness for Real Life with Dr. Emily Anhalt | 371 37:33

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Friend, we obsess over steps, macros, and workout streaks… but when was the last time you checked in on your emotional fitness? In this episode, Nicole sits down with clinical psychologist, emotional fitness expert, and Coa co-founder Dr. Emily Anhalt to talk about what it actually looks like to “train your brain” — no toxic positivity, no “just me…

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Episode 212: Don’t Ring the Bell: Inside The Unit Challenge 27:29

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“It’s probably 70, 80% psychological.” In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, AIBF Co-CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Christopher McCormack and Ronan Berry, the team behind The Unit Challenge. It’s built by former Irish Special Forces. And it’s designed to sharpen discipline, build resilience, and show how people really operate under pressure. Yo…

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Burnt Out, Broke & Backed Into a Corner: How Lily Fought Her Way to 200+ Members 52:44

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Find out the EXACT day you’ll hit Million Dollar Run Rate: https://bit.ly/p-million-dollar-day-calculator Two years ago, Lily was sitting in a lawyer’s office, her business partner had just pulled out, the lease was signed, the money was gone, and she was staring down the barrel of a $70k loan with a newborn on her hip. Most people would’ve walked …

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735. Filmmaker John Woodruff on location @ #BosterCastleStudios shares advice and talks about his newest feature “Night Takes All.” 19:08

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Special episode with Writer-Director-Producer Woodruff who shares the journey of his entertainment career and his newest feature film shooting in MO with excellent incentives.

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The Activator Advantage - What Today’s Rainmakers Do Differently with Karen Freeman | 370 34:44

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If your “business development strategy” is do great work + hope clients stay loyal, I have bad news: that strategy has been officially declared dead on arrival. In this episode, Nicole sits down with Karen Freeman, Chief Product Officer at DCM Insights and co-author of The Activator Advantage, to break down why client loyalty is collapsing—and what…

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How to Push Back: From People-Pleasing to Power with Tonya Lester | 369 36:43

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If you’ve ever swallowed your needs, kept the peace, and then randomly lost your shit over something tiny (hi, dirty spoon in the sink), this episode is for you. Therapist and author Tonya Lester is here to talk about conflict, boundaries, and what it really means to be “difficult” in a world that still rewards women for being nice, accommodating, …

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Episode 211: From Chaos to Clarity: How Shay Lynch Builds Businesses That Don’t Break Their Owners 40:41

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In this episode, Elaine chats with Shay Lynch, business architect and founder of Future State – the guy leaders call when their business is busy, noisy… and stuck. Shay went through the 2008 crash, big debts, hard calls and learned how to rebuild with better systems, better teams and a clearer head. Here’s what you’ll hear, in plain English: How a …

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How to Beat The 3 Devils Every Business Owner Faces 1:05:26

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If you want to join the inner circle of Million Dollar Studios then head to my Instagram and DM me ‘Million’ and let’s chat. If business has started to feel like one long fight… Doza unpacks the 3 devils every business owner must face and the mindset, systems, and leadership shifts needed to beat each one, climb every level, and build a $1M Dream B…

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For Good Reflections: How We Protect Our Peace 18:55

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From grief and growth to balance and burnout — every guest we've had on The For Good Podcast has shared one common truth: healing starts from within. In this special "For Good Reflections" episode, Joseph "JoJo" Simmons brings together powerful moments from past conversations, featuring guests opening up about how they care for their mental health,…

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734. Filmmaker Derry Shillitto shares the many different avenues used to fund his latest movie “The Correction Unit” now in release! 23:39

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Learn how Writer-Director-Producer Shillitto (through differentavenues and over a period of time) got his latest feature funded.

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Lift Heavy, Live Long: Reclaiming Your Strength with Anne-Marie Chaker | 368 31:02

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We’re getting unapologetically muscular today. Former Wall Street Journal reporter turned professional bodybuilder Anne-Marie Chaker joins us to talk about why women’s strength training is not a vanity play—it’s a longevity strategy, a confidence accelerator, and a rebellion against “shrink yourself” culture. In this episode, we dig into: 🏋️‍♀️ Why…

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Team Buy-In: How We Built a Crew That Would Fight for the Vision 1:29:42

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In this video... Most studio owners want a team that’s loyal, driven, and fully aligned… but they never actually build the environment where buy-in can exist. In this episode, I sat down with my entire team - the same crew who came with me to Hawaii - and we broke down exactly how we became a unit that fights for the same mission, the same standard…

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Leadership Unblocked (The Hidden Beliefs Sabotaging Your Ability To Lead) with Muriel M. Wilkins | 367 39:30

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If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not a leader, I just have 47 people depending on me and zero time to pee” — this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really gets in the way of women leading at work, at home, and in our own lives. Spoiler: it’s not your title, your org chart, or your calendar. It’s the invisible belief…

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MILLION-Dollar Maths: The 7 Numbers To Build A $1M Studio In 12 Months (Without Burning Out) 43:08

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Build your million dollar studio plan with me LIVE this week: https://bit.ly/p-2026-million-dollar-studio If I opened your numbers this week, would they show a calm, composed operator - or someone flying the plane on feelings? Because here’s the truth: business isn’t magic, it’s maths. In this episode, we give you the exact model to hit the million…

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Episode 210: Your Brand Has a Story. Here’s How to Tell It: The Little Blue Studio Way 26:45

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“Start with listening. If you get that right, everything else falls into place.” – Elaine Hennessy In this episode, Elaine Carroll sits down with Elaine Hennessy, Founder & Creative Director of Little Blue Studio, a web design studio known for turning brand stories into meaningful digital experiences. Elaine shares how she launched the studio in th…

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Psychedelics, Spirituality & Healing Trauma: Madison Margolin Gets Real 47:34

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How are psychedelics reshaping mental health, spirituality, and healing? Journalist and author Madison Margolin joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to explore the intersection of plant medicine, faith, and emotional wellness. She opens up about growing up between traditional Judaism and counterculture, how psychedelics helped her un…

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733. James Holley shares his strategy how he reached out to people to fund his first feature “The Good Fight” (now in release) a reality! 28:08

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A must-listen to episode how Holley (a first time filmmaker)reached out to people in his local community to successfully get his first feature film fully funded.

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How To Be Yourself At Work: Authentic Presence Over Executive Presence with Claude Silver | 366 35:58

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We love to talk about authenticity at work… right up until someone actually shows up as their full, messy, human self and makes everyone clutch their pearls. In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be yourself at work with Claude Silver — the world’s first Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of Be Yourself at Work: The Groundbreaki…

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Five Habits of Hope with Dr. Julia Garcia | 365 42:32

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Hope isn’t just a feeling. It’s a practice—especially when life feels like a dumpster fire. In this episode, we get real about how to build hope (not wait for it) with psychologist, speaker, and author Dr. Julia Garcia—the mind behind The 5 Habits of Hope. She’s a psychologist and keynote speaker who’s built crisis hotlines, coached schools and lea…

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Episode 209: Ireland Needs Better Tech Teams And Better Thinking: The Star Recruitment Story 24:48

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“There’s no business nowadays that isn’t technology-driven. None.” – Imelda O’HanlonIn this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Imelda O’Hanlon, founder of Star Recruitment and Business All-Star Thought Leader in IT Recruitment, to explore the real state of tech hiring in Ireland, the good, the messy, and the wonderfully human.Imelda sh…

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How to Know When You’ve Outgrown Your Circle 45:44

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If you want to join the inner circle of Million Dollar Studios then head to my Instagram and DM me ‘Million’ and let’s chat. Most business owners don’t fail because they’re untalented - they fail because they stay surrounded by people who keep them small. This episode breaks down exactly how to audit your circle, upgrade your environment, and build…

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Becoming McKenzi Brooke: Growing Up Online, Finding Her Voice & Turning Pressure Into Purpose 1:01:58

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McKenzi Brooke has spent most of her life in front of a camera — but who is she outside the viral videos? The TikTok star, dancer, actor, and storyteller joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about growing up online, separating her real identity from her internet persona, navigating pressure at a young age, and turning critici…

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732. When Potential Investors says NO (and most will)! 11:37

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Episode 732. When Potential Investors says NO (and most will)! This important two-step process (when potential investors say NO), will open the door to a few of these potential investors later saying YES!

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Powerfully Likeable with Dr. Kate Mason | 364 37:17

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Being “powerful” and being “likeable” aren’t opposites — they’re a killer combo when we stop contorting ourselves into someone else’s definition. In this episode, we get tactical about communicating with influence and warmth, minus the people-pleasing or performative toughness. Our guest today, Dr. Kate Mason, PhD, is an executive communications co…

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What Does a Woman Have to Do to Be Believed? Sexual Assault, Accountability & Double Standards with E. Jean Carroll | 363 37:08

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When a powerful man says, “She’s not my type,” and a jury (actually, multiple juries) finds that man liable for sexual abuse and defamation, that’s not just a headline — that’s a masterclass in what it takes for a woman to be believed in America. In this episode, writer, journalist, and Not My Type: One Woman vs. a President author E. Jean Carroll …

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Good Creative Dies Without Great Communication 27:05

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FilmLaab Apparel ➤ https://filmlaab.store/ Cult Classic LUTs ➤ https://bit.ly/cultclassicluts Pitch Deck Template ➤ https://bit.ly/filmlaabpitchdeck Project Inquires ➤ https://bit.ly/filmlaab Website ➤ https://filmlaab.com/ In this PMoP podcast episode, Mitch shares lessons from FilmLaab on why honest communication is key in video production and bu…

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Episode 208: Brains Work Differently. Workplaces Should Too: The TSK Academy Journey 28:07

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“You can’t change everybody, but you can change one person.” – Jeanette DelahuntyIn this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll sits down with Jeanette Delahunty, founder of TSK Academy, a social enterprise on a mission to make neuro inclusion real in schools, workplaces and families.Jeanette shares her journey from early school leaver and late-diagnosed…

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How to 10x Your Life Using the Achievement Roadmap Framework 49:15

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If you want to join the inner circle of Million Dollar Studios then head to my Instagram and DM me ‘Million’ and let’s chat. Most business owners are stuck building a life they need a holiday from, not one they designed on purpose. This episode breaks down the Achievement Roadmap - the exact system to 10x your clarity, upgrade your standards, and b…

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Grief, Truth & Becoming a Better Man: John DeDakis Opens Up 41:56

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What happens when a lifetime journalist turns the camera inward? Award-winning CNN editor and author John DeDakis joins Joseph "JoJo" Simmons on the For Good Podcast to talk about truth, grief, mental health, and the painful losses that shaped him as a man, husband, and writer. He opens up about losing his sister and son, why men need to cry more, …

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731. AFM Recap: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly 16:08

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Host Scott duPont encountered many filmmakers at this year’sAmerican Film Market stumbling to raise money, looking in the wrong places with the wrong tools.

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From Small Business to Big Impact: Leadership, Confidence, & Community at the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Businesses Summit | 362 43:17

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Running a small business feels like jumping out of a plane and building the parachute on the way down… all while managing a team, cash flow, and our kid’s snack schedule. In this LIVE episode at the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Summit, I sit down with three women who prove that entrepreneurship isn’t just about revenue and hiring — it’s ab…

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Your Brain Is a Filthy Liar with Bizzie Gold | 361 36:44

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In this episode we call BS on the “you’re not enough / who do you think you are?” soundtrack and dig into self-deception—the sneaky brain patterns that distort our reality and keep us looping the same results. Our guest, Bizzie Gold, creator of Break Method and author of Your Brain Is a Filthy Liar, shows us how to spot the lies, map our patterns, …

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Episode 207: Slow Burn, Smart Scale: How Store4U Built a National Brand | Paul Gamartin 28:40

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“If you want something badly enough, you’ll find a way. The car has a reverse gear for a reason.” - Paul Gamartin, Founder & CEO, Store4U.In this episode, AIBF CEO Elaine Carroll chats with Paul Gamartin, the entrepreneur behind Store4U, Ireland’s fastest-growing storage network. From insulation and energy to storage and tech, Paul’s story is a mas…

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The Retention Revolution: What the Top 1% of Studios Are Doing Differently 1:00:18

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Most studios are stuck on the membership hamster wheel - constantly chasing new clients while their back door swings wide open. But the smartest studio owners know the real money isn’t in the front end… it’s in retention. In this episode, we’re joined by JP, CEO of Xoda, to unpack what separates the top 1% of studios from everyone else - and how to…

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Episode 730. Former Bollywood actor Aashish Chanana (turned filmmaker) shares his journey including his latest directorial release: “All I Want for CHRISTMAS is You”. 16:04

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Host Scott duPont chats with filmmaker Aashish Chanana on how he got into filmmaking and has enjoyed a successful career including his first Christmas movie just released.

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Practical Intuition For Bold, Better Decisions with Laura Day | 360 42:28

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We’re done pretending intuition is “woo.” In this lively, challenging conversation with Laura Day—New York Times bestselling author, intuitive consultant to billion-dollar companies, and the no-nonsense brain behind Practical Intuition and The Prism—we dig into how to train your intuition like a skill, use it alongside logic, and make small changes…

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Love, Money & Aging Parents: How to Plan Care (Before the Crisis) with Beth Pinsker | 359 40:32

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Caregiving is not an easy thing. It’s paperwork, passwords, POAs, and the courage to say the hard things before the crisis hits. In this episode, we get real about the emotional and financial marathon of caring for aging parents, why women disproportionately shoulder the load, and exactly what to do now so your future self isn’t rage-crying in prob…

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Episode 206: Strong Spine, Clear Strategy: How Pilates Performance Scaled with Purpose | Sarah McLachlann 26:17

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“Do it really well, take no shortcuts and price it so people can show up three times a week.” - Sarah McLachlann, Founder, Pilates Performance. In this episode, CEO Elaine Carroll talks with Sarah McLachlann about turning a personal recovery story into Pilates Performance. A studio and educator brand built on classical principles, customer care, an…

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STOP Confusing Busy With Progress: Win The Day With Plan, Pick & Protect 26:36

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For our Separation Sunday System go here: https://bit.ly/pod-separationsunday1 If you’re ending most days knackered but nothing’s actually moved, this one’s for you. Being flat-out isn’t the same as building a business - and the difference is learning to separate signal from noise, then structuring your week so momentum becomes inevitable. In this …

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Dreka Gates: 60 Acres, a 7-Figure Wellness Empire, and the Moment She Reclaimed Her Power 36:12

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Dreka Gates didn't set out to build a wellness empire — it found her. When COVID forced her into isolation on 60 acres of Mississippi land, just miles from where her great-grandmother once farmed, everything shifted. One day, while working the soil, she fell to her knees in tears — not because she bought the land, but because she realized: "This re…

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Episode 729. TIME SENSITIVE: These are the best fundraising months! 14:36

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Host Scott duPont discusses why November, December (and January) are the BEST fundraising months of the year. If you have a polished, professional business plan ready to go, NOW if the time to share it with people.

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Access, Agency & The Abortion Underground with Rebecca Grant | 358 42:08

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We’re talking about reproductive freedom — history, facts, nuance, and feelings. Rebecca Grant — journalist and author of Birth and Access: Inside the Abortion Underground and the Sixty-Year Battle for Reproductive Freedom — breaks down how we got here (pre-Roe to post-Dobbs), what “the abortion underground” actually means today, and why medication…

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Episode 205: Sleep, Stress & Straight Talk: Building Sentro Labs with Science | Elaine Ellis 38:25

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“Get sleep under control and everything else gets easier: energy, food, movement, life.” - Elaine Ellis, Co-Founder, Sentro Labs. In this episode, CEO Elaine Carroll talks with Elaine Ellis about launching Sentro Labs, an Irish, evidence-led supplement brand focused on sleep, stress, gut and hormonal health. We dig into why transparency (clear dosa…

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Courage, Confidence & “Just Keep Going” with Lynn Smith | 357 42:01

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We’re talking real-deal confidence—the kind you build while you’re ugly-crying in your car between school drop-off and a board meeting. In this conversation with media pro and author Lynn Smith, we dig into the messy intersection of courage and confidence, why perfectionism and your “brain bully” are killing your clarity, and how to model bravery f…