Best Michael Winn Podcasts (2025)

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Michael Swanson: Don't Be a Pop-Tart; You're a Souffle! 1:10:02

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Michael Swanson is an Emmy award winner, Hollywood TV studio executive, and film producer. He is also a visionary entrepreneur and president/CEO of the Los Angeles-based production and distribution company, Faith Filmworks. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Michael proves that his formula of kindness, gratitude, and cultivating a connection with co-wo…

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Kelly Cardenas: The Power of The VIBE: Building People First and Allowing Them to Build the Business 31:43

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Kelly Cardenas is a visionary leader, bestselling author, speaker, and popular podcast host. What started as cutting hair for extra cash in high school turned into founding Kelly Cardenas Salons, with locations in Chicago, San Diego, Las Vegas, and Carlsbad-including the iconic Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Kelly tells …

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The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro 51:53

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the nature of dignity, the soul-crushing need to justify your existence, the cost of disordered loves, ambiguous epiphanies, the inherent value of humanity, the classist admiration for English lords, and whether or not they would have made good butlers. What We’re Reading: The Cost of the Discipleship by …

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Jan Arnold: Cofounder of CND (Creative Nail Design) 32:57

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Jan Arnold is a pioneering force in the beauty industry and the co-founder of CND (Creative Nail Design). With 45+ years of trailblazing leadership, Jan has redefined what it means to be a Nail Professional, elevating the category through science-backed innovation, world-class education, and bold, unapologetic advocacy. Interviewed by Winn Claybaug…

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Gilead by Marilynne Robinson 1:02:21

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan gush over the scarcity of admirable literary heroes, the value of patient writing, the struggle to understand the world, the tension between perishable beauty and the far side of eternity, the power of sacramental blessing, and the art of peeling onion layers. What We’re Reading: A River Runs Through It by Norman…

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Randal Smalls: The BetterLife Course: Loving the Skin You're In 1:02:47

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Randal Smalls is "The BetterLife Coach," an author, speaker, and coach who empowers people to break bad habits and build better ones so they can enjoy life, not just endure it. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Randal is committed to encouraging people into loving the skin they're in. Sometimes life's ups and downs cause us to feel like something's mi…

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Beth Minardi: NAHA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient 53:19

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Celebrity hair color artist Beth Minardi immerses herself in the vibrant world of hair color, dedicating her professional life to crafting results that are "better than natural." With a clientele that includes iconic film and television stars, high-powered business moguls, and influential political figures, Beth is renowned not just for her artistr…

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Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton 50:18

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the reintegrated life in a disintegrated world, the law of the jungle vs. the ministry of reconciliation, what’s caught instead of taught, seeking peace by loving people instead of ideas, the paradox of love & power, and the good earthiness of vegetables. What We’re Reading: The Earthsea Trilogy by Ursula…

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Lauren Gartland: Unlock the Champion Within: How to Achieve the Heart and Mindset of a Champion! 1:03:14

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For three decades, Lauren Gartland has empowered thousands of salon and spa professionals to shatter limitations, skyrocket their income, and build thriving businesses. After building her business and losing it all, she founded her coaching company, Inspiring Champions, based on her belief that everyone has an inner champion but not everyone knows …

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Jamison and Candy Shaw: Growing Your Team 37:01

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Jamison Shaw became the first American in history to win hairdressing's Grand World Supreme Championships. His legendary career spanned more than 50 years and countless awards. Following in his footsteps, his daughter Candy Shaw became CEO of the 50-chair Jamison Shaw Hairdressers salon, founder of Jamison Shaw Advanced Hairdressing Systems, and on…

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Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo 48:24

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the role of college professors in book enjoyment, the profundity of childlike faith, the need for unconditional connection, the loneliness and heartache of the world, the power of simple acts of kindness, feelings too big for our bodies, and the sweet tartness of a Florida staple. What We’re Reading: Caho…

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Mignon Francois: All You Have Is All You Need 56:58

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Mignon Francois is a bestselling author and entrepreneur who went from drowning in debt to building a multimillion-dollar empire: The Cupcake Collection. A sought-after speaker, Mignon is committed to empowering people to change the trajectory of their lives. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Mignon will put a smile on your face. You'll love her humor…

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Carrie White: Author of Upper Cut, an Unflinching Portrayal of Addiction and Recovery 1:10:50

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Carrie White styled everyone from Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret to Sandra Bullock, Jimi Hendrix, and Brad Pitt. Counting Elizabeth Taylor and Goldie Hawn among her favorite clients, she was living a hairdresser's dream - until her drug and alcohol addiction caused her to lose her home, her career, and nearly her children. Interviewed by Winn Clayba…

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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien 45:41

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan travel to Middle Earth to discuss the role of the common man in the fight against evil, worlds born from words, the emboldening of virtue, the imminent approach of glory, the purpose of silly hobbit songs, and what makes a story timeless. Other Mentions: Beowulf Next episode we will be discussing The Fellowship o…

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Dr. Anthony Rossi: Skin Cancer Awareness Month: "Sun Smart" with Dr. Anthony M. Rossi, Jr. 1:00:19

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Dr. Anthony M. Rossi is a world-renowned dermatologic surgeon, researcher, professor, product innovator, and editor. He is the founder of Dr. Rossi Derm MD, a novel skincare regimen that targets skin sensitivity and aging. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Dr. Rossi offers advice for skincare products and routines that work. He also shares resources t…

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Patricia Fripp: Shameless Self Promotion 32:40

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Patricia Fripp is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, executive speech coach, and sales presentation and online learning expert. After a 20-year career as a successful hairdresser on two continents, she became an award-winning speaker, successful entrepreneur, and the first woman president of the National Speakers Association. She has delivered over 3,…

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All The Pretty Horses by Cormac McCarthy 45:24

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the “If Only” feeling, beauty in the midst of bleakness, the call to adventure, the cost of idealism, director’s cut conspiracies, and the idiocy of semicolons. What We’re Reading: Letters to a Diminished Church by Dorothy L. Sayers Present Concerns: Journalistic Essays by C.S. Lewis Perelandra by C.S. Le…

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B. Simone: Let Your Pain Have a Purpose! 48:32

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B. Simone is a comedian, actress, and entrepreneur who built her brand on authenticity. A longtime cast member of MTV's Wild 'n Out, her acting credits also include multiple feature films and TV appearances. With 12 million social media followers, her latest success is her podcast, Let's Try This Again with B. Simone. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh,…

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Mike Taylor: The Domain of Opportunity 36:21

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Mike Taylor was a healthy rower, skier, and hiker until he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in his mid-twenties. Despite his deteriorating physical condition, he purchased his first home and started a design company. Confined to a wheelchair at age 33, Mike never let his condition stop him. He swam the English Channel and conquered other swim …

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The Gilded Six-Bits by Zora Neale Hurston 34:32

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the scandal of grace, beautifully hyperlinked symbolism, the cosmic story arc, the nature of true value, the power of chocolate kisses, and the polite consumption of buttermilk. What We’re Reading: Stoner by John Williams The Bridge of San Luis Rey by Thornton Wilder The Iliad by Homer Other Mentions: Psa…

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Dr. Aaron Shaffer: Peak Performance Unlocked 1:01:31

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Dr. Aaron Shaffer is a coach and strategic advisor to top business leaders and athletes. As an industrial organizational psychology coach, consultant, and thought leader, Aaron has over 30 years of international experience helping people optimize potential, drive engagement, build resilience, develop leadership, and create winning and innovative cu…

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Catherine Ryan Hyde: Pay It Forward 30:03

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Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of more than 40 books, including the bestselling Pay It Forward, which was adapted for the screen and translated into 23 languages for distribution in over 30 countries. A popular speaker, she has shared a dais with former president Bill Clinton and was invited to the White House for the movie screening of Pay It F…

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The Book Thief by Markus Zusak 36:12

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the duality of man, the gamble of letting Death narrate your story, the power of words to bring life or death, picking a good Pilsner, and cologne ads. What we’re reading: All the King’s Men by Robert Penn Warren The Great Passion by James Runcie How God Became King by N.T. Wright Recapturing the Wonder b…

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Dianna Bautista: Founder/Director of Shear Love International 1:01:57

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After 25 years of working as an educator, stylist, and photographer in the hair industry, Dianna Bautista educated herself about the global crisis of human trafficking and founded Shear Love International. Her educational beauty school program trains people from all walks of life. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Dianna shares her journey of voluntee…

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Selina Tomasich: Founder and CEO of Hair Aid, Inc. 1:04:01

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Selina Tomasich is the founder and CEO of Hair Aid Inc., an Australian-based charity that takes volunteer hairdressers to developing nations, where they teach those living in critical poverty the beginning skills of haircutting, manicures, and pedicures. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Selina shares difficult-to-hear stories of children and families…

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The Dead by James Joyce 51:04

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss our thought-tormented age, early 20th century Irish politics, the polarizing Modernist legacy of James Joyce, the magic of Thin Places, the tension between a blaze of passion and a life of long fidelity, and whether or not it’s ok to bake a little baby Jesus into your King Cake for this year’s Epiphany Fe…

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Craig Siegel: Playing Small Is Canceled 50:58

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Craig Siegel is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author of The Reinvention Formula and a global keynote speaker, coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the globally engaging CLS Experience podcast. During the pandemic, Craig left his Wall Street job to pursue his true purpose. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, he reveals the non-negotiable…

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Reflections on the Andy Crouch Interview | with Jason Myhre and Amy Sherman 47:25

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After our interview last week with Andy Crouch, ECFI’s Editor-at-Large Amy Sherman sat down with Executive Director Jason Myhre to reflect on Crouch’s insights. Listen in as they unpack his metaphor of a “bubble on top of a sinkhole,” challenge conventional views of profit, and offer a compelling vision for faithful investing. On this episode: Matt…

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Leonard Engelman: Mentor of American Cinema Makeup 38:10

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In this classic MASTERS from 2007, Winn Claybaugh interviews Leonard Engelman, whose successful career as a makeup artist spanned over 50 years. Leonard was the youngest makeup artist ever nominated for an Emmy, and his film credits include Alfred Hitchcock's Topaz, Rocky, Ghostbusters, and many more. He worked with stars like Julie Andrews, Kevin …

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A Conversation with Andy Crouch on Mammon, Generosity, and Redemptive Investing 59:37

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Andy Crouch sits down with Editor-at-Large Amy Sherman to discuss the Biblical teaching on Mammon, combating greed with generosity, and how financial advisors can invest with redemptive aim. On this episode: Matt Galyon, Associate Director, ECFI Andy Crouch, Partner for Theology and Culture, Praxis Notes & Links: View our Courses The communication …

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens 49:16

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In this special Yuletide episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the supremacy of It’s a Wonderful Life, the clash of Two Kingdoms, Dickens’s delight in language, the role of repentance & remembrance in true conversion, the call for a renaissance in heartfelt sentiment, and the coziness of mulled wine. Mentioned in this episode: It’s a Wonderful Life (…

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Cheri Tree and Esther Wildenberg: Make People Matter - What's Your B.A.N.K. Code? 57:40

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Cheri Tree and Esther Wildenberg co-founded Codebreaker Technologies, the world leader in personality coding technology. Their game-changing, personality-based sales system, B.A.N.K., has helped people all over the world create better marriages, better relationships with their kids and loved ones, harmony in the work environment, and so much more. …

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Angus Mitchell: Hairdresser and Co-owner of John Paul Mitchell Systems 1:04:03

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Angus Mitchell was born into the legacy of his father, the late legendary hairstylist Paul Mitchell. In this heartfelt and humorous interview by Winn Claybaugh in 2009, Angus shared some of the struggles and victories of his life and offered a loving tribute to his father on the 20-year anniversary of Paul's death from pancreatic cancer. By the tim…

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Biblical Worldview and Investing | by Michael Goheen 17:57

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There are many realities of twenty-first century life, like social media, Artificial Intelligence, or investing—that are not directly addressed in Scripture. For these modern cultural developments, we cannot point to a singular “chapter and verse” of Scripture to define what faithfulness looks like. So how do address these developments from a bibli…

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A Good Man is Hard to Find by Flannery O'Connor 45:18

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the difficulty of the short story form, O’Connor’s punishment of hypocrites & use of the grotesque, Nietzsche’s view of monsters, the dreadful irony of grace, and gas-station snacks. What we’re reading: The Cross of Christ by John Stott The Book of the Dun Cow by Walter Wangerin Jr. The Christian Imaginat…

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Ava Walker and David Jepson: Enhancing the Social and Emotional Well-Being of Foster Youth 52:03

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Ava Walker experienced foster care and homelessness as a teen. She founded Beyond Our Kin to help foster youth and increase foster care awareness. Growing up in a household that hosted foster youth, David Jepson became CEO of The CEO magazine and a board advisor for Beyond Our Kin. His perspective brings empathy to this topic and helps us navigate …

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Dean Banowetz and Keith Crary: Hollywood Celebrity Hairstylist and Makeup Artist 50:12

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Dean Banowetz was the department head behind well-known shows like American Idol and America's Got Talent, and styled the locks of Lionel Richie, Derek Hough, Leeza Gibbons, and Kelly Clarkson, to name a few. Until his death in 2019, Keith Crary was one of the most sought-after makeup artists in the entertainment industry, working with Leeza Gibbon…

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Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury 35:40

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In this special Halloween episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss their favorite spooky stories, Bradbury’s polarizing prose, the struggle with time & mortality, evil’s inexplicable mystery, and the importance of avoiding carnivals. Scary Story Picks: The Bear & the Nightingale by Katherine Arden “Click-clack the Rattle Bag” by Neil Gaiman Other Mentio…

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Stephen Moody: From Vidal Sassoon and Wella to John Paul Mitchell Systems-What a Career! 57:49

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Stephen Moody is one of the world's foremost educators of professional hairdressers, with a long career at the Sassoon Organization, Wella, and currently John Paul Mitchell Systems. This interview by Winn Claybaugh became a 25-year reunion between Stephen and Winn, since their last podcast interview in 1999. Filled with wonderful storytelling, this…

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Gold and the Glory of God | by Jordan Ballor 14:00

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Why did God make gold? If you were to survey a number of people on the street with this question, you’re sure to get some interesting answers. One may say he created it to give us a material to express beauty through art or fashion. Another might say that it was created to tempt us to love and worship something other than him. Still another, say so…

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Robert Lobetta and Michael Polsinelli: Creative Mentoring and Collaboration 37:45

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This Classic MASTERS Podcast is all about mentoring, as hairdressing industry legend Robert Lobetta shares interview time with his then-protege, Michael Polsinelli. Their collaboration at Sebastian International produced noteworthy collections, photographic images, and extravagant gala shows. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, they cover everything fro…

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The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros 44:57

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss the complex & bittersweet relationship with Home, the pronunciation of “Kunstlerroman,” getting to know your neighbors, the line between poetry & prose, Mexican street food, and whether this book is technically even a novel. What we’re reading: Trust by Hernan Diaz 100 Poems by Seamus Heaney The Weight of…

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Kate Owens Heins: Sensory Safe Solution for Individuals with Autism 1:00:39

1y ago1:00:39

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Kate Owens Heins, the CEO and founder of Sensory Safe Solution for Individuals with Autism, developed an educational platform that provides certification for beauty industry professionals to provide caring, compassionate, and safe salon services to individuals with autism. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Kate vividly shares her story of raising a so…

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A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines 52:21

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In this episode, Jordan and Brendan acknowledge their limited perspective; they also discuss the slow & frustrating work of justice, the effects of dehumanization, Gaines’s use of seemingly futile repetition, and the power of southern comfort food. What we’re reading: A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold The Sun Walks Down by Fiona McFarlane The G…

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Jane Wurwand: Co-founder and Chief Visionary of Dermalogica 1:13:11

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As the co-founder and chief visionary of Dermalogica and the International Dermal Institute postgraduate training centers, Jane Wurwand is one of the most recognized and respected authorities in professional skin therapy. In this dynamic and humorous MASTERS interview, Jane shares with Winn Claybaugh her insights on leadership, attitude, and the wo…

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The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis 54:38

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In this debut episode, Jordan and Brendan discuss homesickness, pretentious German words, Lewis’s profound love of horses, the “around the corner” feeling, cockney accents, and the absurdity of adulthood. What we’re reading: The Need to be Whole by Wendell Berry A Swim in the Pond in the Rain by George Saunders Other Mentions: The Silmarillion by J…

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Cash Lawless: Love well. Give much. Take risks. Work hard. Hold fast. 58:26

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Cash Lawless, known as "The Millionaire Hairstylist," went from Ivy League-bound valedictorian to homeless dropout to celebrity hairstylist, working with stars like Justin Bieber, Kylie Jenner, Dua Lipa, Winona Ryder, Evan Rachel Wood, Sienna Miller, Marisa Tomei, and Freddie Highmore. When a disabling condition forced him to retire from hairstylin…

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Screwtape's Guide to Investing 11:50

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In 1941, Oxford professor C.S. Lewis revealed that he had, through some mysterious chain of events, come into the possession of a collection of letters from one of the devil’s senior agents named Screwtape. The letters, which were addressed to his young apprentice nephew Wormwood, offered Screwtape’s crafty expertise in the art of temptation, which…

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Ben Novello: Former President of Outback Steakhouse - "Customer-Focused Leadership" 33:30

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Ben Novello is the former president of Outback Steakhouse. He joined the organization in 1991 and quickly rose through the ranks to become the company's leader. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh in 2001, Ben explained that a human being couldn't be in 650 locations every day to inspect that the culture was intact, but a vision and a standard could. Lis…

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A Biblical Perspective on the FIRE Movement 20:46

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In 1992 a book was released that offered transformation and happiness through discipline, accountability, and persistence. It attacked the idols of consumerism and workaholism and bemoaned their devastating consequences on our pursuit of joy and purpose in life. The book was Your Money or Your Life, and it ended up being the match that lit the flam…