Best Josh James And Ethan Podcasts (2025)

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The Quiet Pain of Self-Loathing and Finding the Courage to Face It with Sarah Gormley 1:02:08

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In this episode, Sarah Gormley discusses the quiet pain of self-loathing and finding the courage to face it. Sarah had it all – a thriving corporate career, success, and admiration. But beneath was a quiet, relentless self-loathing she couldn’t shake. In her memoir, The Order of Things, Sarah shares the profound turning point at 40 when she finally…

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Episode 531 - Breeze Galindo, The Michael James Jackson Foundation

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Episode 531 - Breeze Galindo, The Michael James Jackson Foundation Happy Monday, Thieves! The last in our Philly series features Breeze Galindo, Director of Operations of the Michael James Jackson Foundation (MJJF). As you probably recall, we were in Philly for the Human Robot Log Jammin’ festival and the main beneficiary of the festival was the MJ…

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Why We Stop Noticing What Matters and How to Feel Alive Again with Tali Sharot 1:01:35

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In this episode, Tali Sharot explains why we stop noticing what matters and how to start feeling alive again. She describes what habituation is and how our minds normalize what once moved us. Tali also explores ways that we can reawaken joy, purpose, and even moral clarity. It’s an eye-opening look at the subtle ways we lose and then can reclaim ou…

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Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Life: Finding Ease and Clarity with Charlie Gilkey 51:44

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You're doing everything right, staying productive, chasing growth, keeping up. But what if the discomfort you feel isn't a sign that you need to do more, but a signal to let go? In this episode, Charlie Gilkey and I explore the Tao Te Ching, which is one of my favorite books of all time, but not as a relic from the past, but as a guide for navigati…

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Episode 530 - Ethan Tripp and Matt Nelms, Fermentery Form

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Episode 530 - Ethan Tripp and Matt Nelms, Fermentery Form Happy Monday, Thieves! We did a show with Fermentery Form way back in 2018 at Barcade Jersey City. This time, we’re on their home turf in Philly. We sit down with Ethan and Matt who bring some heat to the black glasses. Tune in and let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email you…

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How to Recognize the Hidden Signs of Burnout with Leah Weiss 57:56

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What if the very thing that gives your life meaning is also what's burning you out? That's the paradox. Leah Weiss found herself in teaching compassionate leadership at Stanford. Working with organizations inspired by the Dalai Lama. Doing the kind of work most of us dream of. And yet she was falling apart. In today's conversation, we unpacked the …

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The Nobility of Service: Finding Magic and Connection in the Smallest Gestures with Will Guidara 1:00:34

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What do a fine dining maitre d. A magician burying cards in a backyard and a toddler looking for Elsa have in common? They all show us that magic still exists. If we’re willing to care more, than seems reasonable. In this episode, Will Guidara, who’s a former co-owner of 11 Madison Park, which was once named the best restaurant in the world, the au…

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Episode 529 - Returning to Philly with Sacred Vice and Widowmaker Brewing

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Episode 529 - Returning to Philly with Sacred Vice and Widowmaker Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We were in Philly over the weekend for Human Robot’s Logjammin’ festival and sat down for three episodes while we were in town. First up is our host brewery, Sacred Vice, along with the guys from Widowmaker in Mass. who were in town for the fest as well…

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Embrace the Chaos: Finding Clarity Through Meditation with Henry Shukman (Part 2) 1:00:08

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In part one of this two-part conversation, we walked along the edge of paradox where effort gives way to ease and the search itself becomes the obstacle. In this second part of my conversation with Zen teacher Henry Shukman, the way begins to reveal itself, not as something we grasp, but something we live. We talk about awakening, the collapse of s…

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Embrace the Chaos: Finding Clarity Through Meditation with Henry Shukman (Part 1) 1:00:25

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In this episode, Henry Shukman discusses how to embrace the chaos and find clarity through meditation while exploring themes of self-development and self-love. Henry emphasizes the balance between effort and acceptance in spiritual practice, highlighting the interplay between sudden insights (satori) and gradual progress. He also discuss the import…

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Episode 528 - Pre-Summer Catch-Up and Philly Preview

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Episode 528 - Pre-Summer Catch-Up and Philly Preview Happy Monday, Thieves! It’s just three of us this week (sadly no Casse, sorry!) and we’re previewing some upcoming travel shows in Philly that we’ll be recording later this week. Anyone headed to Human Robot’s Logjammin’ fest this weekend? If so, track us down and give a shout! Cheers, tune in an…

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Navigating Fear and Hope: the Everyday Courage That Shapes Our Lives with Ryan Holiday 52:41

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In this episode, Ryan Holiday explores navigating fear and hope and the everyday courage that shapes our lives. He unpacks how to confront our fears and how we need to do so, over and over. With great stories and insights, we are reminded that we don’t have to be fearless, we just have to begin. Key Takeaways: The concept of courage and its signifi…

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Failure as Fertilizer: Learning to Bloom Again with Debbie Millman 59:56

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In this episode, Debbie Millman explores how we can use failure as fertilizer and learn to bloom again. Debbie's book and this conversation is about more than just gardening tips or tools, it's about what happens when we let ourselves be bad at something, especially later in life. Debbie opens up about learning to grow and why failure might be the …

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Episode 527 - Colin McDonough, Oakflower Brewing

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Episode 527 - Colin McDonough, Oakflower Brewing Happy Memorial Day 2025, Thieves! We’ll keep this short and simple this week. We’re talking to our fellow New Jerseyites this week, Colin McDonough of Oakflower Brewing. Augie and Colin reminisce about a recent late-night visit to the brewery while sipping on one intriguing and one not-so-intriguing …

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From Benches to Breakthroughs: A New Approach to Mental Health with Dixon Chibanda 54:52

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In this episode, Dr. Dixon Chibanda explores from benches to breakthroughs: a new approach to mental health. He explains why storytelling, radical empathy, and solving daily-life problems often outperform medication-first approaches; how three simple steps—opening the mind, uplifting, strengthening—turn elders into community healers; and why hope, …

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Beyond Anxiety: How Curiosity Turns Fear Into Fuel with Martha Beck 58:00

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In this episode, Martha Beck explores how to move beyond anxiety and how curiosity turns fear into fuel. Martha dives into why anxiety can’t simply be silenced. It has to be replaced with things like creativity, curiosity, and a deep kindness towards ourselves. Key Takeaways: Discussion of anxiety versus fear and their psychological implications. E…

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Episode 526 - Josh Penney, Threes Brewing

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Episode 526 - Josh Penney, Threes Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re sitting down with Josh Penney of Threes Brewing in Brooklyn today. Josh transferred from the West Coast back east last fall to join the team at Threes. He was previously at LA’s Highland Park Brewing. We chat about stylistic differences between the coasts and what expertise and …

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Move Your Body, Free Your Mind: The Science of Movement and Mental Health with Caroline Williams 1:07:20

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In this episode, Caroline Williams shares how moving your body can free your mind as she dives into the surprising science of movement and mental health. Caroline spent years studying the brain until she realized she was ignoring half the equation. She explains how movement of all kinds, walking, stretching, dancing, and even laughter can reshape o…

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Navigating the Messy Parts of Life: Embracing Imperfection and Growth with Josh Radnor 50:14

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In this episode, Josh Radnor discusses the messy parts of life and embracing imperfection and growth. Josh Radnor explains how, even outward success, fame, acclaim, creative fulfillment isn’t enough to quiet the deeper battles within. He shares how real freedom comes not from achieving perfection, but from making peace with the messy, unfinished pa…

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Episode 525 - Mitch Ermatinger, Speciation Cellars

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Episode 525 - Mitch Ermatinger, Speciation Cellars Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in Michigan this week, albeit remotely. Mitch Ermatinger of Speciation Artisan Ales/Cellars joins us to talk about his path in the industry. The talk is heavy on Mitch’s celiac disease diagnoses several years ago and how it’s shaped his role in his company and the …

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Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen 58:14

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In this episode, Laura McKowen explores why community and courage matter more than ever in making change in your life. She dives into the “messy midle” – theu ncertain space between giving up what umbs us and becoming someone new. She shares the story of the Luckiest Club, a global sobriety community. Key Takeaways: Understanding that real transfor…

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Anxiety, Beauty, and the Unknown: A Map to Emotional Resilience with David Whyte 57:53

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In this episode, David Whyte explores anxiety, beauty, and the unknown as a true map to emotional resilience. David shares how anxiety can be a doorway to deeper understanding and connection. He and Eric discuss the paradox of holding both joy and struggle, the surprising wisdom hidden in everyday emotions, and how poetry and language can bring us …

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Episode 524 - Spring Mail Drop (aka Augie Needs His Thursday Back)

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Episode 524 - Spring Mail Drop (aka Augie Needs His Thursday Back) Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re doing a catch-up episode for the first time in a few months. We preview some Craft Brewers Conference stuff and have some serious fun in the black glass. Tune in and hear it all go off the rails…. Let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email …

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Unlock Your Inner Anthem: A Tribute to Mike Peters 38:07

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This is a special episode from our archives with one of my favorite musicians, Mike Peters. Mike recently passed away, and this episode is more than a conversation; it’s a tribute to a beautiful soul. In our chat, we explored the idea of our lives being anthems; how defiance, hope, and inner strength were a soundtrack for his formative years, and l…

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CAD, Agency, and the Hero's Journey - Filip Aronshtein | #66 56:19

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In a recent trip to NYC, we sat down with Fil Aronstein, founder of Dirac. We didn't have our recording equipment along but had to snag the moment (in true Fil style). Please excuse the camera quality and enjoy this conversation with Fil Aronstein. We talk through what Dirac is building, how to bring America back to full production, the hero's jour…

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Fluke or Fate? Embracing Uncertainty to Live a Fuller Life with Brian Klaas 56:53

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In this episode, Brian Klaas explains the concept of whether things are a fluke or fate, and explores how embracing uncertainty can lead to a living a fuller life. Brian makes the case that randomness and chaos might be exactly what makes our lives matter so much, and how we tend to worship at the “Altar of Progress in the Church of Control.” We ma…

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Episode 523 - Bob Bartholomew & Erik Tynik, Transcend Beer Crafters

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Episode 523 - Bob Bartholomew & Erik Tynik, Transcend Beer Crafters Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in the Zoom remote studios this week for maybe the first time of the year? We’re catching up with Bob & Erik of Connecticut’s Transcend Beer Crafters. They’re opening a brand new spot in a couple of weeks and they run us through the transition and …

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The Bittersweet Truth About Beauty, Sorrow, and What Makes Life Worth Living with Susan Cain 51:55

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In this episode, Susan Cain explores the bittersweet truth about beauty, sorrow, and what makes life worth living. She emphasizes the transformative power of music and bittersweet emotions and also discusses how acknowledging grief can lead to deeper connections and creativity. This episode encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and seek be…

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Flaws as Fuel: Harness Doubt, Cynicism & Ambition for Real Growth with Claire Hoffman 51:23

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In this episode, Claire Hoffman explores the idea behind how our flaws, doubt, cynicism, and even ambition aren’t signs of failure, but can be used as fuel. She tells the story of Aimee Semple McPherson, a woman who built a religious empire and faked her own kidnapping. But this episode isn’t about scandal. It’s about the tension that we all carry …

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Episode 522 - 10th Anniversary Show with Jeff O'Neil, Industrial Arts Brewing

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Episode 522 - 10th Anniversary Show with Jeff O'Neil, Industrial Arts Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! For the 11th and possibly last time, Chief from Industrial Arts Brewing sits down for our annual anniversary show. He claims it’ll be his last…. something about the show having run its course… but we’re not so sure. We ask him to name a replacement.…

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The Midlife Makeover: Redefining Success and Happiness After 40 with Chip Conley 45:44

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In this episode, Chip Conley defines a midlife makeover and how to redefine success and happiness after 40. He shares how the most difficult stretches of his life ended up being the start of something completely new. Chip also explains the pull of the ego, the search for identity and how letting go of traditional success can open the door for somet…

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How to Nurture Creativity in a Noisy World with Maggie Smith 1:03:42

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In this episode, Maggie Smith explores how to nurture creativity in a noisy world. A lot of people think creativity is something you do with a paintbrush or a poem but Maggie challenges us to think differently about creativity. It isn’t about what you make, but how you live. She dives into what it really means to be creative, even when you’re overw…

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Episode 521 - Farewell to Barcade Jersey City with Departed Soles

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Episode 521 - Farewell to Barcade Jersey City with Departed Soles Happy Monday, Thieves! It’s a bittersweet week as we’re saying goodbye to our original recording spot, Barcade in Jersey City. Barcade hosted us for a number of years beginning back in 2015 and it’s near and dear to our hearts. We sit down with one of Jersey City’s own breweries, Dep…

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From Loneliness to Belonging: Small Steps That Change Everything with Jillian Richardson 52:38

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In this episode, Jillian Richardson discusses the journey from loneliness to belonging and shares the small steps that can change everything. She delves into why friendship takes more effort than we expect and how we can actually get better at it. Jillian also explores what gets in the way of connection, why it’s not just about putting yourself out…

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What If You’re Wrong? How Uncertainty Makes Us More Human with William Egginton 58:43

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In this episode, William Egginton invites you to ask the question, “What if you’re wrong?” as he explains how being uncertain makes us more human. William explores the surprising overlap between a physicist, a philosopher, and a poet—each of whom came to the same unsettling truth: that we mistake our model of reality for reality itself. But this is…

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Episode 520 - Peter Kiley, Monday Night Brewing (Little Beer 2025)

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Episode 520 - Peter Kiley, Monday Night Brewing (Little Beer 2025) Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re still at Little Beer this week and Peter Kiley of Monday Night Brewing joins the show to talk about hangovers, business growth, silly laws, and to be a voice of reason. If you like listening to Augie banged up at Little Beers, you're going to love this e…

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The Beatles, Lennon and McCartney, and the Truth We All Share with Ian Leslie 53:11

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In this episode, Ian Leslie discusses the history of the Beatles, John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and the truth we all share in their story. Ian explores how two young men from Liverpool created something together than neither could have made alone, not just music, but a shared consciousness that changed culture forever. John and Paul’s story isn’t…

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Why You Can’t Think Your Way Out of Overthinking with Adam Mastroianni 57:23

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In this episode, Adam Mastroianni explains why you can’t think your way out of overthinking. He unpacks why the thoughts that feel the most important are often the ones that keep us stuck. We also explore what it means to have a “skull full of poison,” how anxiety disguises itself as insight, and why real change isn’t about breakthroughs—it’s about…