Best Cal Courage Podcasts (2026)

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#179: The Bali Break-In & the Cost of Reaction 1:30:23

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I was robbed while living alone in Bali, by someone I thought I knew. The break-in wasn’t the trauma. My response was. In this solo episode, I share the full story of having my villa broken into while living alone in Bali, and the lesson that followed that reshaped how I understand power, safety, and nervous system regulation. This isn’t a story ab…

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From Chaos to Calm: Why Your Environment Shapes Your Habits and Happiness with Gretchen Rubin 1:11:07

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In this episode, Gretchen Rubin shares how to go from chaos to calm and why your environment shapes your habits and happiness. She explores how organizing and decluttering physical spaces can boost mental clarity and emotional well-being. Gretchen also shares practical strategies for habit change, discusses individual differences in preferences for…

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Productivity Without Burnout: Executing With Agency Instead of the Illusion of Control 20:30

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Welcome to the first episode of 2026! If you’re feeling that “new year, new me” pressure: goals, plans, fresh calendars, the whole thing—this one’s for you. Because when life inevitably punches your perfectly color-coded week in the throat, the issue isn’t your planning… it’s what you thought planning could control. This episode is all about Contro…

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Why You Should Quit Social Media in 2026 | Cal Newport 56:53

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If you’re trying to be productive, what if the answer isn’t to do more… but to do less, better? On today’s episode, we welcome back Cal Newport — Georgetown computer science professor, bestselling author of Deep Work and Slow Productivity, and one of the most influential voices on focus, sustainable achievement, and the hidden costs of our digital …

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Reclaim Your Mind: How to Build a Healthier Relationship with Technology with Jay Vidyarthi 58:59

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In this episode, Jay Vidyarthi discusses how to reclaim your mind and build a healthier relationship with technology. He explores common pitfalls—like avoidance, anxiety, and judgment—and shares practical strategies for using digital tools consciously. Jay emphasizes personal agency, setting boundaries, and the value of both online and offline conn…

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#178: I Think I Dated the Hinge Swindler 1:38:23

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I think I dated the Hinge Swindler for a weekend in Austin, Texas. This episode is part dating story, part nervous-system education, and part reality check for any woman who’s ever overridden her intuition because the chemistry was that good. After two wildly intense dates with a man who seemed emotionally intelligent, self-aware, family-oriented, …

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Unlocking the Power of Identity: How Small Changes Lead to Big Transformations in Your Life with James Clear (Part 2) 35:36

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at⁠⁠⁠ oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm⁠⁠⁠ Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this second part of the 2-part…

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How to Build (and Repair) Love: The Gottmans on What Every Couple Should Know 1:00:02

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The most powerful way to enter a new year is not with resolutions, but with a deeper understanding of how to connect with the people who matter most. As we close out the year, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, re-calibrate and reflect — practicing the same principles we talk about on this podcast. So today, we’re sharing a conversati…

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Unlocking the Power of Identity: How Small Changes Lead to Big Transformations in Your Life (Part 1) with James Clear 37:13

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at⁠⁠ oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm⁠⁠ Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this part 1 of a 2-part episode, J…

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Productivity A-Z 2025 - Part 2: Letters N-Z 58:20

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I’m excited to welcome Mike Vardy back to Beyond The To-Do List for one of our ongoing traditions: Productivity A-Z! This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation — and we split it across both shows. Part 1 is over on Mike Vardy’s podcast, A Productive Conversation. You can also watch the whole two part video here. Here on Beyond The To-Do List, we pic…

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#177: The Courage It Takes to Become the Woman You Asked to Be 1:05:15

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Most women think they’re struggling because something is wrong. Often, it’s because they’re expanding. In this solo episode, I break down the messy, confronting, often unspoken reality of courage: you build a life you once prayed for… and then you grow beyond the woman who set those goals. The discomfort you feel isn’t misalignment… it’s evolution.…

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Why You Keep Falling Off Track—and the Tools That Help You Start Again with Katy Milkman 56:45

16d ago56:45

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at⁠ oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm⁠ Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this episode, Katy Milkman explains wh…

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How to Get Unstuck in Life — Lessons on Love from Sharon Salzberg, Meditation Pioneer 1:02:02

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What if the greatest gift you could offer this season isn’t something you buy—but rather the way you choose to meet yourself and others—with kindness? As we pause new releases over the holidays, the Finding Mastery team is taking time to rest, reflect, and be with our loved ones — because we believe relationships are part of the practice of mastery…

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Why Willpower Isn’t Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg 55:59

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If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t have the luxury of doing less, Overwhelm Is Optional offers simple tools you can use in under ten minutes a day. Learn more at oneyoufeed.net/overwhelm Help us make the podcast better—share your input in a short survey:: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠oneyoufeed.net/survey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank You! In this episode, Dr. BJ Fogg, explains why wi…

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#176: Austin Netzley: The Lie Entrepreneurs Chase Until It Breaks Them 1:03:44

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Most entrepreneurs aren’t chasing success, they’re chasing relief. They chase revenue, seven-figure milestones, exits, and status believing that once they arrive, they’ll finally feel calm, fulfilled, and free. But for many high performers, hitting the goal doesn’t bring peace, it exposes a deeper misalignment. In this episode, I’m joined by Austin…

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Why Anxiety is a Habit - and How Curiosity Helps Break the Loop with Dr. Jud Brewer 1:12:27

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In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer explains why anxiety is a habit and how curiosity breaks that habit loop. He explores the difference between the feeling of anxiety and the mental habit of worry, and why curiosity and self-compassion are essential for real change. Drawing from his clinical work and research on digital therapeutics and AI-supported t…

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This Is Why You’re Tired, Stressed, and Not Healing | Biohacker, Dave Asprey 1:01:40

25d ago1:01:40

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What would change if you stopped trying to push through fatigue — and instead learned what your biology is trying to tell you? On today’s episode of Finding Mastery, we sit down with entrepreneur, author, and biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey — founder of Bulletproof, Upgrade Labs, and widely regarded as the father of the modern biohacking movement. T…

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Listen Now: Decoding Women’s Health with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor 52:52

26d ago52:52

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Here’s a preview of a new show from our friends at Pushkin Industries and the Atira Health and Research Institute. On Decoding Women’s Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor makes the science of women’s health accessible—from hormones to metabolism to longevity—so you can thrive at any stage of life. A world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvi…

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Designing a Life That Supports You: Presence, Beauty, and the Power of Environment with Nate Berkus 1:00:10

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In this episode, Nate Berkus explores what it really means to design a life that supports you—not through perfection, but through presence, beauty, and the power of environment. Drawing from decades of work and his own personal journey, Nate reflects on how our surroundings quietly shape our habits, emotions, and sense of self. He shares how moving…

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#175: Phillip Solomon: Become Impossible to Ignore 59:32

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As a kid, he was the one finishing the mile alone while the whole class waited, the one who didn’t see anyone who looked or sounded like him on TV, the one told by a speech teacher to find a life where he “wouldn’t need to talk.” Today, Phillip Solomon is a primetime reality star, a sought-after trainer, and a man who knows exactly what he brings i…

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When Your Brain Won’t Fit the World: Finding Your Creative Path with ADHD with Andy J. Pizza 1:02:11

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In this episode, Andy J. Pizza joins Eric Zimmer for When Your Brain Won’t Fit the World: Finding Your Creative Path with ADHD, a conversation about creativity, identity, and what happens when you stop treating yourself as a problem to fix. Andy shares how discovering ADHD helped him reframe years of self-doubt, better understand his parents, and b…

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What Microsoft’s Culture Shift Can Teach You in 2026 | Kathleen Hogan 1:07:20

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What if the future of work isn’t about technology at all — but about unlocking more humanity in each other? On today’s episode, we sit down with Kathleen Hogan, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Microsoft, and one of the key architects behind the company’s cultural reinvention. Kathleen helped lead Microsoft’s shift from a “know-it-all” …

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The Price of Wanting: How Desire Shapes Happiness, Fulfillment, and Who We Become with Eric Jorgenson 1:01:15

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In this episode, Eric Jorgensen discusses the price of wanting and how desire shapes happiness, fulfillment, and who we become. He explores the power of useful beliefs, agency, and a growth mindset. Eric also delves into authenticity versus attachment, the role of judgment, managing desires, and the influence of environment on habits. Drawing on th…

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#174: Why a Woman’s Voice is the Key to Her Power 1:16:25

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Women talk about wanting to step into their power, yet most of us are terrified of being fully seen, heard, or expressed. In this conversation with vocal liberation guide Leah Free, we explore why a woman’s voice is the most direct pathway to her power… and the one she’s been taught to fear the most. We break down why women are scared to speak; cen…

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From Family Secrets to Self-Discovery: How Understanding Our Past Heals Us with Carmen Rita Wong 1:06:24

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In this episode, Carmen Rita Wong shares her journey from learning family secrets to self-discovery and how understanding our past heals us. She delves into forgiveness, personal responsibility, and the impact of upbringing, as well as practical strategies for self-examination and habit change. Carmen shares how therapy, compassion, and embracing h…

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The First Openly Gay NBA Player On the Power of Courage, Leadership, and Empathy | John Amaechi 1:21:51

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What does it really mean to live with courage and conviction? On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. John Amaechi — organizational psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and the first openly gay NBA player. Along his journey, John always set out to be himself in a world that repeatedly told him he was too big, too soft-spoken, too smart…

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You Become What You Practice: What It Takes to Heal Individually and Collectively with Prentis Hemphill 1:03:46

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In this episode, Prentis Hemphill discusses how you become what you practice and what it takes to heal individually and collectively. Prentis explains how healing as an ongoing practice, the importance of embodiment, and the intersection of personal transformation and activism. Prentis also shares insights from their work in healing justice and the…

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#173: The Million-Dollar Goal That Broke Me Open 50:08

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At the start of the year, I told this podcast I’d hit my first One Million Dollar year. And here’s the reality: I did not make a million dollars this year. My business grew by 1.55%, and seeing that number forced me to confront the pressure, the ego, the stories and the expectations I’ve been carrying around money, success and self-worth. In this e…

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Embracing Uncertainty: The Key to True Intimacy and Connection in a Chaotic World with Prince EA 57:24

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In this episode, Prince EA discusses the importance of embracing uncertainty as he delves into the key to true intimacy and connection in a chaotic world. He explores what it means to be truly present, mindful, living consciously, and how daily choices shape our lives. Prince EA shares his personal experiences with depression and healing through sp…

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How To Live the Good Life - Lessons From The Longest Study On Happiness | Dr. Robert Waldinger 1:06:30

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What if the most powerful thing you can do for your health isn’t diet or exercise — but investing in the people you love? Today’s episode is from the Finding Mastery Vault — a timeless conversation with Dr. Robert Waldinger, psychiatrist, Harvard professor, Zen master, and Director of the world’s longest-running scientific study on happiness. In th…

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How to Live Gratefully When Life Isn’t Going Your Way with Kristi Nelson 54:42

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In this episode, Kristi Nelson discusses how to live gratefully when life isn’t going your way. She explores how to learn to cultivate unconditional gratitude – appreciating life itself, even amidst difficulty, aging, or illness. Kristi shares insights from her cancer journey, explores the difference between circumstantial gratitude and deeper grat…

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#172: How To Heal Heartbreak Through Your Nervous System with Salim Najjar 1:04:11

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What if heartbreak isn’t psychological, but physiological? Salim Najjar, engineer, HRV expert and creator of the A.R.T. of the Heart framework, explains how breakups imprint on your fascia, your breath, and your nervous system, and why intellectual insight won’t save you if your body is still bracing for impact. Expect to learn what heartbreak does…

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The Three Levers of Change: How to Shift Your Mindset, Motivation, and Methods for Success with Jim Kwik 57:54

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In this episode, Jim Kwik explores the three levers of change and how to shift your mindset, motivation, and methods for success. Jim shares his journey overcoming a childhood brain injury and how he discovered practical methods to drive change. He also introduces his “brain animal” framework for understanding how we learn and discusses the importa…

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Olympic Gold Medalist: Other People Were Killing My Confidence (And How I Got It Back) - Caroline Marks 58:48

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What if the key to becoming a champion isn’t about chasing wins—but knowing when to pause, prioritize the inner work, and trust that the rest will follow? On today’s episode, filmed in front of a live audience at California Surf Club, we sit down with Caroline Marks — the 2023 World Surf League Women’s Champion and 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist. By 23…

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Annie Duke on Better Decisions: How to Decide at Work and Life 59:30

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I’m excited to revisit this conversation with Annie Duke to the show to talk about her book, How to Decide: Simple Tools for Making Better Choices. Annie is a former professional poker player turned decision strategist who blends cognitive psychology, high-stakes poker, and practical frameworks to help us make better choices in work and life—even w…

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How To Let Go of Self-Doubt and Transform Your Life with Elena Brower 51:08

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In this episode, Elena Brower explores how to let go of self-doubt to transform your life. She shares her journey to sobriety, the power of self-compassion, and the importance of apology and inner safety. Elena discusses how Zen practice and guiding principles can foster healing, freedom, and deeper connection to oneself and others, offering listen…

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#171: Cal Callahan: Why Money Won’t Save Your Marriage 1:29:44

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Cal had the life most people fantasise about: retired at 41, wealthy, travelling, surrounded by high-status circles. But behind the highlight reel, his marriage was breaking, his kids felt the hidden weight of privilege, and success wasn’t touching the real problems underneath. In this conversation, Cal shares what actually woke him up. The moments…

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Rethinking How We Work and Live: Why Freedom Is a System, Not a Feeling with Jenny Blake 1:01:09

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In this episode, Jenny Blake explores how we can begin rethinking how we work and live, and why freedom is a system, not a feeling. She talks about what happens when our desire for control masquerades as safety, how the wrong metrics keep us stuck, and why real freedom comes from building systems that create space instead of pressure. Jenny also di…

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#170: Why So Many Successful Women Are Still Single 1:28:14

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Why do so many smart, successful, self-aware women still find themselves single, stuck in situationships, or repeating the same painful relationship cycles? In this unapologetically honest episode of Sex, Love & Money, Rebecca Antonucci sits down with Anna Krystyna and Megan Thoma for a deep, no-filter conversation about the hidden patterns that ke…

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Beyond Lieutenant Dan: Gary Sinise on Love, Loss & Legacy 1:11:57

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What if real success is measured not by what you achieve, but by how deeply you give? On today’s episode, we sit down with Gary Sinise—Emmy Award–winning actor and director best known for his roles in Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, and CSI: New York, and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation—to explore his lifelong arc from self to service. Gary takes us…

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Navigating Modern Challenges: Practical Spirituality and the Quest for Joy with Shabnam Mogharabi 1:04:44

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In this episode, Shabnam Mogharabi discuss navigating modern challenges and explore practical spirituality and the quest for joy. Shabnam shares insights from positive psychology, the importance of community, and strategies for embedding well-being into workplace culture. The conversation highlights embracing imperfection, reframing adversity, and …

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Bonus Episode: Aaron Lazar & Dr. Michael Gervais on the Mastery of Self and the Journey to Reverse ALS | Impossible Dreams Podcast 58:43

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Welcome to a special Monday episode on the Finding Mastery channel. Every once in a while, we come across a story or a person that moves us in a profound way — and this is one of those moments. Recently, I was invited by Aaron Lazar to join him on his new podcast, Impossible Dreams. Aaron is an incredible human — a Broadway and television actor, si…

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How to Turn Life's Pain into a Path of Meaning and Joy with Danielle LaPorte 41:47

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In this episode, Danielle LaPorte discusses how to turn life's pain into a path of meaning and joy. She explores spirituality, conscious choice, and emotional honesty. Danielle also delves into the importance of embracing both pain and joy, reframing obligations as choices, and avoiding “spiritual bypassing”—, which is the tendency to rush to posit…

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How a $120 Billion Company Thinks Like a Startup | Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services 51:07

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What if your biggest competitive advantage isn’t how technologically advanced you are — but how psychologically agile your teams are? On today’s episode, we sit down with Matt Garman — CEO of Amazon Web Services — to dig into the leadership frameworks behind one of the world’s most innovative companies. We cover his “one-way vs. two-way doors” deci…

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How We Can Improve Communication in Polarized Times with Charles Duhigg 51:47

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In this episode, Charles Duhigg explains how we can improve communication in polarized times. He explores how to foster active listening, social reciprocity, and techniques like “looping for understanding.” The conversation covers different types of conversations, the importance of focusing on common ground, and strategies for building and changing…

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#169: Why Your Wound With The Masculine Is Keeping You Single 52:07

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Women say they want a man who leads, then bristle when he opens the door. Today we unpack the resentment, the armour, and the nervous system truth behind why so many high-achieving women struggle to receive love, provision and masculine leadership without abandoning their own power. This week I’m joined by Sigrid Tasies, feminine embodiment mentor …

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From Avoidance to Acceptance: A New Way to Live with Anxiety with Kelly Wilson 50:07

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In this episode, Kelly Wilson explains how to move from avoidance to acceptance: a new way to live with anxiety. He delves into how our vulnerabilities show us what matters to us, and that the goal isn’t to win a war inside. It’s to keep coming back to the next honest action that moves you towards what matters. That is at the core of acceptance and…

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95% of Creative People Struggle With THIS | Wieden+Kennedy's Neal Arthur 58:52

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What if the real challenge of creativity isn’t coming up with ideas… but creating the conditions where people believe in them enough to fight for them? Today, we sit down with Neal Arthur, Global CEO of Wieden+Kennedy, the iconic creative agency behind culture-shaping work from Nike’s “Just Do It” to Coca-Cola and McDonald’s. Neal leads one of the …

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Beyond the Buzzwords: How to Talk About Mental Health Without Losing Its Meaning with Joe Nucci 1:04:22

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In this episode, Joe Nucci explores what it means to go beyond the buzzwords and how to talk about mental health without losing its meaning. He explains how mental health language has become less useful as it’s gained popularity, and how clinical terms meant for specific purposes have drifted into everyday speech until they describe everything, and…

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#168: What Porn and Herpes Taught Me About Masculinity 57:18

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A rare male voice in the herpes space, Christopher Pickering, breaks down erectile dysfunction, porn desensitisation, disclosure, and why his sex life got better post-diagnosis. We cover: A male blueprint for navigating herpes, ED, and dating with actual results How to re-sensitize your brain + body so real sex feels good again The numbers game of …