Best Idol Tapped Podcasts (2026)

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WILLIAM H. MACY: Fargo’s Legacy, Mamet’s Influence, and Shameless Reflections 1:20:03

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William H. Macy (Fargo, Shameless, Boogie Nights) joins us this week for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about his life on stage and screen. William opens up about the persistence it took to land Fargo, the influence of his mentor David Mamet, and the nerves that never quite leave even after decades of work. We talk about his family memorie…

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RON PERLMAN: Sons of Anarchy Lessons, Weinstein Run-ins & The Art of DGAF 57:41

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Ron Perlman (Hellboy, Sons of Anarchy) joins us for an unfiltered and captivating conversation about authenticity, creative rebellion, and the madness of Hollywood. Ron opens up about calling out powerful figures, feuding with politicians, and why he once sullied himself before shaking Harvey Weinstein’s. He talks about the genius of Bob Dylan and …

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JARED HARRIS: Mad Men Secrets, Richard Harris Chaos & Lessons From Chernobyl 1:22:12

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Jared Harris (Chernobyl, Mad Men) joins us this week for a deeply personal and fascinating conversation about legacy, loss, and learning to trust himself as an actor. He opens up about growing up with his father Richard Harris, how that chaotic love shaped his view of art and fame, and the long road it took to find his own voice. Jared shares candi…

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BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN: Beverly Hills 90210 Burnout, Teen Idol Pressure & Finding Himself Again 1:18:20

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Brian Austin Green (Beverly Hills 90210, Smallville, The Masked Singer) joins us this week for a candid and funny conversation about early fame, learning boundaries, and finding peace through growth. Brian talks about his wild 90210 years, the pressure of sudden fame, and how therapy, fatherhood, and self-awareness have shaped him into who he is to…

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ALLISON MACK: From Smallville to Cult Scandal & Taking Accountability for It Today 1:15:20

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Thank you to our sponsors: 🏠 Wayfair: ⁠https://www.wayfair.com/⁠ 🍽️ Factor: ⁠https://factormeals.com/inside50off⁠ ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠https://betterhelp.com/inside⁠ and get on your way to being your best self Allison Mack (Smallville, Wilfred) joins us for one of the most raw and reflective conv…

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SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO: From Comedy Store Roots, Nerves With De Niro & Learning to Slow Down 1:25:24

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Sebastian Maniscalco (The Irishman, About My Father) joins us this week for an unfiltered conversation about chasing approval, the grind of stand-up, and learning to slow down. Sebastian opens up about growing up with immigrant parents, bombing in his early sets, and the nerves of auditioning for Scorsese before eventually working with Robert De Ni…

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KRISTEN SCHAAL: Bob's Burgers Family, Becoming Unbreakable & Simpson's Easter Eggs 1:26:56

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Kristen Schaal (Last Man on Earth, Bob’s Burgers) joins us this week to share her unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of Hollywood. From crashing on couches in New York and making comedy for no money, to finding her voice on South Park and building family on Bob’s Burgers, Kristen’s story is one of persistence and originality. Along the w…

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BARBARA CRAMPTON: Horror Queen Roots, Family Fractures, and Speaking Your Truth 1:10:31

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Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, From Beyond) joins us this week to open up about her journey from cult horror icon to truth-seeking storyteller. Barbara shares what it was like growing up in a carny family, the fractured reality of her parents’ marriage, and how she eventually found closure with her father. We also talk about her early soap opera da…

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KRISTIN KREUK: Smallville Memories, Facing Rejection & Midlife Reflections 1:06:38

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Kristin Kreuk (Smallville, Burden of Truth) opens up in this week’s episode about the surprising turns of her career and the lessons learned along the way. From the sting of being fired from a pilot to the unexpected path that led her to Smallville, Kristin reflects on rejection, resilience, and finding her voice. She also talks about midlife healt…

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EMILY DESCHANEL: Life After Bones, Putting Family First & Strength in Vulnerability 1:13:25

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Emily Deschanel (Bones, Animal Kingdom) joins us this week for a heartfelt and revealing conversation about stepping out of the shadow of a legacy role, balancing family with career, and embracing vulnerability as a source of strength. Emily talks about the highs and lows of working on Bones for over a decade, the unexpected adjustments of life aft…

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DAVID GIUNTOLI: Secret Grimm Romance, Almost Superman & Lessons in Humility 1:19:59

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MARÍA GABRIELA DE FARÍA: Superman Villainy, Culture Shocks & Turning Trauma to Humor 1:12:25

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María Gabriela de Faría (Superman, Animal Control) joins us this week for a powerful and open conversation about stepping into a life-changing role in Superman while learning to embrace her own vulnerability. María talks about leaving Venezuela for Hollywood, the culture shock she faced, and the identity struggles that came with it. She opens up ab…

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JOHN BARROWMAN: Full Transparency, Reclaiming Control & the Fan Who Saved His Life 1:25:38

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John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) joins us this week for a transparent conversation about the facts and fiction of his contentious actions on set in the past and the dangerous fallout as a result of it in the present. John owns up to his actions while reflecting on how this period of time lead to some dark thoughts and plans; one of which was …

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Stop Saying "God Told You" | How To Really Hear God's Voice 42:49

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Send us a text We talk about: Why faith without action is dead. The difference between logos (written word) and rhema (revealed word). How discernment works on three levels — social, biblical, and spiritual. Why controlling your mind and emotions is key to hearing God clearly. The danger of building idols in your heart without realizing it. This is…

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MATT JONES: Family Over Fame, Breaking Bad Anxiety & Typecast Exhaustion 1:20:25

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Matt Jones (Breaking Bad, Mom) joins us this week to share how growing up in a tumultuous household shaped him into a devoted family man who prioritizes his family over fame. Matt talks candidly about the dichotomy between who he prides himself to be versus the offbeat, aloof characters he gets typecast as. We also talk about the anxiety he experie…

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KEVIN POLLAK: Precocious to Cocky, Happy Accidents on Set & Self Soothing Impressions 1:24:04

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Kevin Pollak (The Usual Suspects, A Few Good Men) joins us this week to share how he was able to ‘fake it til he made’ it and rise to the different opportunities afforded in his career that have cemented his legacy in film history. Kevin talks about his background as a comic and how it drives his hunger to keep creating in this industry. We also re…

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The Idol of Jealousy We've Built From Within | Making God The Sole Idol Of Your Life 51:14

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Send us a text This episode right here? We’re talking about something that’ll make you check yourself for real — the Idol of Jealousy. See, idols aren’t always statues, money, or fame. Sometimes they’re built in your state of mind, your heart, and your behavior without you even realizing it. And that’s the wild part — you could be building an idol …

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BOBBY LEE: No More Lies, Boundary Setting & Strength in Sobriety 1:32:22

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Bobby Lee (MADtv, Bad Friends) joins us again this week for an open and honest conversation about maturing with success and learning the importance of setting boundaries to help improve your self confidence and sanity. After we talk about Coldplay we get into Bobby’s uncomfortability in social situations and the humor and fibs that have been his cr…

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Medium JOHN EDWARD: His Forbidden Passion, Stories From the Other Side & Losing Dr. Phil 1:28:26

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World renowned medium John Edward (Evolve+) joins us this week to share his introduction to reading energy and unique stories throughout his career of reading for people. John talks about his experience of reading under pressure while on TV and the day that evidently got him blackballed from the Dr. Phil show. We also talk about the public’s cynici…

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DAVID TENNANT: Doctor Who Coincidences, Anxiety Management & Embracing Your Inner-child 1:14:47

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David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) joins us this week to share his perspective on managing stress and anxiety with difficult roles as an actor, all the while embracing your inner child to maintain a sense of joy in your work. David talks about the surreal nature of getting to play Doctor Who after growing up watching the character; while notin…

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LAURA VANDERVOORT: Dropping Expectations, Smallville Regrets & Giving Yourself Grace 1:02:55

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Laura Vandervoort (Bitten, Smallville) joins me this week to discuss her journey in this industry and how her experience has helped her develop a newfound self acceptance and patience. Laura talks about her mindset joining Smallville and why her connection to Bitten lead to one of the greatest heartbreaks in her acting career. We also get into the …

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DANIELLE PANABAKER: Staying Practical, Gratitude for The Flash & Real Problems for Child Actors 1:01:22

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Danielle Panabaker (The Flash, Sky High) joins me again to share how she balances a practical approach to life alongside success, fame, and motherhood in Hollywood. Danielle opens up a lot about her time on The Flash - from issues with crossovers, to gratitude for the 180+ episodes she was in, to the reality of negotiations behind the scenes. We al…

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TOM WELLING: Relationship With Smallville, Safety in Creativity & Maturing With Fame 1:07:08

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Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer) joins us this week for a reflective and honest conversation about the weight of carrying a legacy role, the pressure that came with it, and how his relationship with Smallville has evolved over the years. Tom talks about the unexpecte fallout from fame at a young age, the creative safety he’s found on set, and the …

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MORENA BACCARIN: Playing Hardball, Jumping Into CBS Spinoffs & Standing Up For Yourself 1:03:48

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Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Greenland) joins us again this week to open up about the complexities of not taking things too personally but also having the backbone to stand up for yourself when someone crossed the line. Morena talks about the perspective she’s gained in motherhood and the difficult decision she made to jump back into network TV with …

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ANSON MOUNT: Star Trek Concerns, Unexpected Blowback & Staying in the Moment 1:08:07

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Anson Mount (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Hell on Wheels) joins us this week for a grounded and honest conversation about fatherhood, patience, and finding perspective. Anson talks a lot about Strange New Worlds… getting into the responsibility he feels playing Captain Pike and the surprising fan backlash against casting in the series. We also ta…

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JOSH DUHAMEL: Overcoming Self-Doubt, Intensity on Transformers & Finding Purpose in Fatherhood 1:12:56

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Josh Duhamel (Ransom Canyon, Transformers) joins me to share his journey from battling self-doubt early in his career to finding purpose through fatherhood later in life. Josh opens up about his passion for men’s health and helping others focus on feeling and looking their best through his new brand Gatlan. We also talk about the intensity surround…

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Demon's Aren't What You Think & How to Overcome The Aspects of Demonic Oppression 41:15

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Send us a text We uncover the biblical truth behind how demons operate, how oppression manifests emotionally and mentally, and what it looks like when demonic pressure is influencing your speech, thoughts, and behavior. 🔍 What you'll learn in this episode: What really opens the door to demonic influence How distraction and restlessness may be spiri…

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JULIE BOWEN: Staying Accessible, Embracing Her Modern Family & Avoiding the ‘Game of More’ 1:09:36

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Julie Bowen (Modern Family, Happy Gilmore) joins us this week so share how her upbringing helped shape her into the accessible, compliment averse, ‘girl next door’ that audiences love. Julie was a treat this week - she talks about the casting experience during Modern Family while giving love to each of her casemates for their role in her life. We a…

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SARAH SILVERMAN: Finding Humor in Tragedy, Standing Up for Yourself & Life Hacks for Rage 1:15:32

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Sarah Silverman (PostMortem, The Sarah Silverman Program) joins us this week for a deep conversation about depression, loss, friendship, and Call of Duty. Sarah talks about her newest special PostMortem and her ability to pull humor from the tragic events in her life. We also get into traumatic experiences that shaped her early career, balancing a …

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SCOTT PORTER: Twists in Ginny & Georgia, Chasing Friday Night Lights & Combining Math and Music 1:13:57

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Scott Porter (Ginny & Georgia, Friday Night Lights) joins me this week to discuss his transition from singing wide receiver to acting and how his pursuit in Hollywood allowed him to reconnect with lost family. Scott talks about the unexpected challenges and growth he’s experienced on Ginny & Georgia, including the surprises of the ‘balance’ show’s …

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People can be horseleeches…Don't Get Sucked Dry By Them.... 50:35

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Question Mindset Podcast, Oliver J Darcisse sits down with Psalmist Romance Clermont to expose one of the most subtle yet dangerous threats to your future—horseleech leeches. Inspired by revelation from our home ministry The Worldwide Kingdom Ministry w/ Bishop Elect Prophete Dr. Kervin Dieudonne, this…

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MING-NA WEN: Honoring Karate Kid, Dealing with Nerves & Women’s Reward for the Human Race 1:08:38

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Ming-Na Wen (Mulan, The Mandalorian) joins us in person this week to talk about the experience of her new film Karate Kid: Legends - from the nerves of working with her idol Jackie Chan to the tone of wanting to honor the legacy of the Karate Kid franchise. Ming-Na opens up about outside perspectives on her tenure in this industry and why she began…

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MICHAEL & DANNY PHILIPPOU (Bring Her Back) Turning Obsession Into a Career & Overcoming Rejection 1:19:59

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Danny & Michael Philippou (Talk to Me, Bring Her Back) join us this week for a fun conversation about how their obsession with creation and filmmaking cultivated into a critically acclaimed career, progressing through YouTube fame and into Hollywood with ‘Talk to Me’ and ‘Bring Her Back.’ These guys were an absolute treat this week… We talk about t…

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KAT MCNAMARA: Turning the Other Cheek, Dealing With Rejection & Supporting the Big Slick 1:12:52

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💙 support Big Slick! https://bigslickkc.org/ Katherine McNamara (Shadowhunters, Arrow) joins again this week to catch us up on her life over the last few years and the idea of staying busy to engage your brain and maintain happiness. Kat discusses her process for dealing with rejection while remembering fond times on set with cast and crew during s…

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Making Decisions Backed By Purpose & The Uncommon Truth Behind a True "Circle" 46:50

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Send us a text What has been the most important decisions that put you on the path that you are on today? I asked Jermaine Rose this question and his answer as simple as it was speaks volume on the simple steps we need to take in life to put us in the space that we so long and hope to be in for the future...... I this episode we talked about that..…

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ELIZABETH TULLOCH: Farewell to Lois Lane, Reflections on Contentious Upbringing & Her Journey Into Motherhood 1:25:33

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Elizabeth Tulloch (Superman & Lois, Grimm) joins us this week to share reflections on her tumultuous upbringing, inclusive of how it lead to her costarring alongside Superman for 4 seasons and evidently shaping how she parents today. Bitsie talks about the key to gratitude and how she learned about the healing powers behind being of service for oth…

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Seeking God? Comfortability vs Rest? Believers & Disciples 50:45

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Send us a text In this episode Elange & I (Oliver) asked the question....Why do people only seek God after Hardships. Not only that we talked about life after we found God. The general mistake we all fall into because we confuse comfortability and rest. If you are looking see ways to make your life better with God To figure out How to seek God and …

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TYLER HOECHLIN: Saying Goodbye to Superman, Embracing Tough Love & Choosing Baseball Over Twilight 1:17:18

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Tyler Hoechlin (Superman & Lois, Teen Wolf) joins us this week to share how he’s been able to intertwine a tough-love sports upbringing with newfound vulnerability to find success in fan beloved franchises. Tyler reflects on the improbable run of Superman & Lois amidst the multiple different industry curveballs thrown their way, while recalling his…

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Finding Emotional Stability Dealing With Emotional Pressure & Triggering 29:09

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Send us a text Why are you so triggered??? Why do I say it it your fault and not the person, thing, or circumstance's fault??? were is the disconnect …It because we don't understand emotional pressure and how it affect our lives. How do the pressure and being trigger by the things around us. In this episode we dived deep on the 2 foundation of emot…

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DAMIEN LEONE: Creating TERRIFIER, Intensity with Art the Killer-Clown & the Power of Horror 1:10:40

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Damien Leone (Terrifier) joins us this week to share everything about the intense horror and word of mouth rise behind the Terrifier franchise. Damien talks about his origins in filmmaking, how he learned about the power of horror in being able to scare adults, and how his passion for effect and storytelling helped him create an iconic horror villa…

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WIL WHEATON: Protecting Your Younger Self, Star Trek Validation & Giving Breaks With ‘Storytime’ 1:19:14

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Wil Wheaton (Star Trek, The Big Bang Theory) joins us again this week to follow up our first conversation about his trauma recovery, being a survivor of child abuse and isolation from his family. Wil talks about the experience of re-traumatizing himself to expose what still needs to be worked on while sharing the tactics he uses to prioritize his c…

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JAY MOHR: Profound Self Revelations, Dueling Impressions & His Addiction to Approval 1:19:04

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Jay Mohr (Jerry Maguire, SNL) joins us this week for an absolutely amazing conversation… one that’ll make you self reflect on your life while cracking up at the same time. Jay talks about his earliest drug (approval) and how seeking it lead to success in comedy but difficulties in show business, ala SNL. We also talk about accepting responsibility …

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Navigating Life With Your Gift & Using Your Influence 35:56

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Send us a text What does it really mean to walk in your calling and steward your God-given gift? In this episode, we dive into the importance of understanding your gift, how it’s meant to be used, and why it matters more than just talent or skill. I want to challenge and encourage you to reflect on how you’re showing up with the gifts and platform …

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ASHLEY GREENE: Revisiting Twilight Emotions & Confronting Perfectionism 1:15:01

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Ashley Greene (Twilight) joins us this week to share how she manifested a role in the massively popular Twilight film franchise and how her life was never the same after it. Ashley talks about the ‘come down’ after Twilight and how it took some time for her to learn how to have fun again in this industry. We also talk about hiding panic attacks fro…

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How To Work on Your Character & Integrity in Christ | Principle Broken Down | Prayer Explained 49:00

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Send us a text WHY DO WE DO THE THINGS WE DO??? What is character??? How is integrity connected to character??? As we grow in life you have to look and analyze the makeup of your character. To maintain a successful life your character is one of the foundations to that. To know and analyze character within yourself you need to understand the true me…

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EMILY BETT RICKARDS: Fitting Out, Getting Jacked & Becoming Queen of the Ring 1:10:55

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Emily Bett Rickards (Queen of the Ring, Arrow) joins us this week to share her experience going from canine caretaker to landing a recurring role on a fan beloved series and eventually getting cast sight unseen for a life changing opportunity as Mildred Burke in Queen of the Ring. Emily opens up about not fitting in and shares how her positive rela…

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The Big (R)eason We Lack Consistency With Our Goals 16:42

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Send us a text Why do people lean on motivation??? Why is motivation not the thing to have that will get you to the other side of success….What is that thing? That thing is rhythm. We break down how rhythm is what keeps you going when motivation runs out. We talk about how you can use this mindset to shift from a cycle of burnout to one of consiste…

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AARON ASHMORE: Learning From Trauma, Twin Rivalries & No More Mr. Nice Guy 1:07:15

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Aaron Ashmore (Smallville, Killjoys) joins us this week to share his shared experience in this industry working on a hit series like Smallville, while also diving into the very unique experience of what it’s like to navigate Hollywood with an identify twin sibling (Shawn Ashmore). Aaron talks about the surprise of landing the role as Jimmy Olsen on…

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KATIE CASSIDY: Eating Humble Pie & New Perspectives in Life 1:10:55

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Katie Cassidy (Arrow, Gossip Girl) joins us again this week fresh off the wildfires that devastated the city she was born and raised to share her perspective on the situation and how Angelinos are moving forward. Katie channels her moto of ‘being happy to be here and easy to work with’ as she reflects on her early acting career and the gut punch sh…

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What Nature Are You Adopting? Biblical Principles | Human Nature | Growth | Life Teachings | God 1:08:47

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Send us a text Why do people ask why are believers poor??? Why do peope feel the need to put their problems on others if the "other" follow Gods principles….Why does God Punish us the way he does when we fall.. What is our Human Nauture? Is it: killing, revenge, greed, & etc. Why do people think that those things are part of our nature. In this epi…