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Welcome to self-care with a conscience - where science, spirituality, and sustainability are brunch buddies. Self-Helpless explores all things on the cutting edge of personal growth with leading specialists who share paradigm-shifting insights every week. Hosted by Delanie Fischer, who's recognized by listeners for her casual but fluff-free approach, Self-Helpless has been described as if Rich Roll and Rainn Wilson had a much less eloquent (but also pretty fun) baby.
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The American healthcare system is one of the most innovative in the world. But it’s also riddled with complex challenges, such as access to affordable medications, inefficiency and administrative burdens, and communication barriers between providers. There’s clearly a better way—and at Surescripts, we have a unique sightline into what that may be. In this series, host Melanie Marcus, Chief Marketing Officer of Surescripts, sits down with today’s most inspiring and innovative leaders in healt ...
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Lit Wisdom

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Welcome to The Lit Wisdom Podcast—a journey through the sacred, the esoteric, and the profoundly human. We dive deep into ancient texts, overlooked scriptures, and spiritual philosophies from around the world, bringing their timeless lessons to life in the modern era. Hosted by Logan DeLore and produced by Dennis Logan, the podcast is a thoughtful exploration of what it means to seek truth, wisdom, and understanding in a world that’s often disconnected from its roots. Each episode examines a ...
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Delanie Fischer chats with Dr. Judy Ho, licensed clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, tenured professor at Pepperdine University, and TV host, about attention-seeking behavior. They take a deep dive into one common type, sympathy-seeking, to explore its root causes, distinguish between healthy and unhealthy attention-seeking, and share practica…
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From policy to technology, Seema Verma has a long history of transforming healthcare at scale. As the former Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator, Verma directed initiatives, such as the historic Patients over Paperwork, that helped advance care for patients and providers. Now, as EVP of Oracle Health, she uses technology …
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Delanie Fischer chats with actor and filmmaker Kit Williamson, best known for Mad Men, Eastsiders, and Unconventional , about the ebbs and flows of a long-term creative career. They dive into the resilience and recommitment required for longevity, navigating big breaks and dead projects, exercising creative agency, and behind-the-scenes insights in…
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Delanie Fischer chats with engineer and choreo-roboticist Dr. Catie Cuan about the future of AI, robotics, and the art of human-robot interaction. They explore potential pitfalls, promising upsides, and everything in between—impacting creativity, health, the environment, and human connection. Plus: + Rethinking Machines in Hospitals and Beyond + Th…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Michelle “MACE” Curran—former fighter pilot, combat veteran, and the second woman in history to fly lead solo for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds—to share lessons from a demanding, high-stakes career. They discuss tactics for managing fear and self-doubt, navigating pivots and reinvention, and the importance of followin…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Behavioral Change Expert and Bestselling Author, Karen Salmansohn, to discuss insights from her latest book, Your To-Die-For Life: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret . . . Before Your Time Runs Out. Karen combines neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and personal stories to share effective mindset hacks, exercises…
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“I think many organizations aren't really designed to innovate,” says Scott Howell, M.D. When it comes to opportunities to innovate healthcare, Dr. Howell sees low-hanging fruit everywhere. But, he claims, “the rule is you can’t touch it.” As a young provider, Dr. Howell saw firsthand the consequences of healthcare inefficiencies. His frustration w…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Billie Lee—comedian, activist, and the first openly transgender cast member on BravoTV’s Vanderpump Rules—and Dr. Gina Torino, psychologist and microaggression expert, to share insights from their book, Why Are You So Sensitive?: Navigating Everyday, Unintended Microaggressions. They discuss why microaggressions aren’t …
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Sam Laura Brown, host of The Perfectionism Project and Founder of Perfectionists Getting Shit Done, to discuss how to approach your personal and professional goals in a way that works with your brain, not against it. Sam shares insights on Power Planning, the importance of clean rest, and an astounding reason why we pro…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Dr. Tara—Tenured Professor of Relational and Sexual Communication and Quantitative Research at California State University Fullerton, TV Sexpert on Celebs Go Dating, and Co-Host of the iconic radio show Loveline—to unpack the “whys” behind infidelity. Dr. Tara shares the 3 main reasons people cheat, how to begin healing…
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“We’ve got the system that we’ve designed and the one that we’re paying for,” says Matt Eyles frankly. Eyles has spent a fascinating career trying to align the two. From government to life sciences to the nationwide health plan association AHIP and beyond, he’s wrestled with some of healthcare’s trickiest challenges from just about every angle. How…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Astrologer Madi Murphy, Founder of CosmicRX and Author of In the Cosmic Zone: Embody the 12 Astro Archetypes to Unleash Your Genius and Activate Your Authentic Self, to discuss all things astrology—history, skepticism, archetypes, planetary transits, and leveraging your unique natal chart to create a life that feels lik…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Amber Rae, author of Loveable, to unpack what it was like to meet her soulmate—while still married to her ex-husband. Amber shares her feelings about experiencing a lonely marriage, the days leading up to her decision to leave, how she transformed internalized shame, where she and her ex-husband are now in life and love…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Lisa Lange, Senior Vice President of Communications for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, to share what to consider before bringing an animal into your home, how to adopt ethically, and everyday care tips for promoting health and longevity. Lisa also debunks common myths, gives us insider details often kept f…
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From paper charts to electronic records to artificial intelligence, Dr. Eric Boose has experienced the transformation of primary care firsthand. Dr. Boose was a quick adopter of electronic health records when they came onto the scene. His early interest in the technology primed him to become a leader in clinical informatics. Today, in addition to b…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Danielle Hayden, CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. and reformed corporate CFO, to help you build a simple, shame-free budget—no stuffy suits or cold offices required—based on your Money Personality Type (Perfectionist, Free Spender, Saver, Balance Seeker). If money stresses you out in one way or another, we get it—and D…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Kelly Chase, co-host of the Cosmosis podcast and writer and executive producer of Cosmosis: UFOs & A New Reality (Amazon Prime and Apple TV), to discuss UAP, anomalous experiences, and the limitations of human perception. Their conversation covers the 2023 congressional hearings, the crossroads of science, history, psyc…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Molly Maxwell, to discuss the powerful minutiae around behavior change including the principles of reinforcement, punishment (not as scary as it sounds!), and extinction. Molly also guides Delanie through crafting a game plan for 3 different habits she's amidst building—exposing the obs…
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Frequent flyers are likely aware of CLEAR, a company that uses biometrics to expedite identity verification at airports. Now, David Bardan is helping bring CLEAR’s transformative identification technology to healthcare. After a decade of experience in the healthcare and technology sectors, Bardan joined CLEAR in 2022 to head their healthcare initia…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Emmy-nominated songwriter, comedian, writer, and actress, Riki Lindhome, to discuss her personal experience with infertility and the diverse avenues she explored to become a parent—including egg freezing, IVF, adoption, and surrogacy. They also delve into Riki's creative process, and how it's evolved since becoming a mo…
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Be a guest on Self-Helpless! Tune in for all submission instructions for The Subscriber Stories Series. Can't wait to have you on the show! How To Apply Send submission to [email protected] by July 14th and include: + Name + Email address + Topic(s) + Any additional details PS topics and perspectives not yet explored on Self-Helpless wi…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Steve Moore (Certified: Sex Addiction Therapist, Partner Trauma Therapist, Multiple Addictions Therapist) and Mark Kastleman (Board-Certified: Clinical Chaplain and Pastoral Counselor), co-hosts of The PBSE Podcast (Porn, Betrayal, Sex, and the Experts), to share their personal experiences with pornography and sexual ad…
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John Schilling, M.D., co-leads TPG Capital’s healthcare investments, where he helps decide on the best opportunities for driving healthcare innovation. Tune in to our chat about spurring systemic innovation and making life better for patients and the providers who care for them. “We always start with the patient,” Schilling says on the episode, “an…
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What if the most common things we've been told about aging aren't true? Delanie Fischer is joined by health and fitness icon, author, and owner of the restaurant Stuff I Eat, Chef Babette Davis, to explore her insights on aging with health, strength, vitality, purpose, and impact. Chef Babette opens up about the trauma she's experienced, what spark…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, hosts of The Almost 30 Podcast, to explore insights from their new book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to a Life You Love for the Next Decade and Beyond. They discuss some of their most powerful takeaways from years of podcasting with a diverse range of guests, how they've grown both …
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Delanie Fischer answers the question from a patron, "How do you prevent burnout, relieve pressure, and give yourself breaks as a content creator?" She's sharing the mindset that helps her stay consistent and inspired, as well as 10+ practical tips for creating in fun, simple ways when you need more breathing room, or clean breaks. Want your questio…
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Healthcare executive Jen McGonigle has worked at the intersection of healthcare and technology for over 20 years. Her experience has taught her that regardless of what challenges technology can bring, its innovations far outweigh any cons. In our first episode of the season, we sit down with Jen McGonigle of Optum Rx for a chat about cultivating in…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by New York Times Bestselling Author, Janice Kaplan, to discuss the fascinating findings mentioned in her new book, What Your Body Knows About Happiness: How To Use Your Body To Change Your Mind. Did you know that whether you're holding a hot or cold drink impacts your perception of the people around you? Or how the weathe…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Founder of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary and The Rancher Advocacy Program, subject of the documentary, Rowdy Girl, and hilarious force of nature, Renee King-Sonnen. 10 years ago, former cattle ranchers, Renee and her husband, Tommy, made history as the first-ever cattle ranch in the world to transition into an animal sanctuary. …
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Delanie Fischer is joined by renowned psychologist, author, professor, and minister, Dr. Thema Bryant, to discuss the concepts in her book, Matters of the Heart—including healing traumas and building healthy relationships, reclaiming an old version of yourself vs. creating a new one, why we hold onto toxicity, busyness isn't just what we're paid fo…
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The American healthcare system is one of the most innovative in the world. But it’s no secret that we also face serious challenges. Too many patients cut pills in half to make them last, too many can’t access care in the first place, and too many providers are so burned out with paperwork and administrative tasks that they’re leaving practice altog…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Psychic Therapist and author of The Secret That's Holding You Back, Vincent Genna, to discuss a fresh approach to intuition, unlearning unconscious beliefs, and what truly shapes our collective (and individual) reality. Plus: + Debunking The Myths of "Positive Thinking" & "Tapping Into" Intuition + Why Your Ego Is Not Y…
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Today's "Snack" (mini episode) is a snippet from Delanie Fischer's appearance on Elise Museles' podcast, Once Upon A Food Story, where the two discuss fun, simple, and imperfect steps towards health, mindfulness, and sustainability around what we consume, habit-building, and more. Full episode with Delanie and Elise on Once Upon A Food Story here: …
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Certified Financial Planner and Childfree Wealth Specialist, Dr. Jay Zigmont, to discuss how vital it is to rethink traditional systems around wealth, financial planning, and retirement—because they don't work for many of us. Through the lens of a child-free lifestyle, Dr. Jay shares how to ensure that our current life,…
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Author of "Codependent Attachment Personality Patterns," Heidi Rain, shares how unmet needs in childhood show up in adult relationships, what these behaviors can actually look like, and how to break a cycle you're tired of feeling stuck in. Plus, an awesome template for healthy relationships. Full episode with Heidi Rain: https://www.selfhelplesspo…
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Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Kate Balestrieri, describes insidious relationship patterns, their origins (and their impact) including: the pressure to mind-read, feeling engulfed or suffocated, oversharing mature information, tasks that aren't age-appropriate, living vicariously or "best friends" parent-child dynamics, and more. Plus, how to give your…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Amie McNee, Author of We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around And Make Something, to discuss the importance of creativity for our health, communities, and more. They chat about the challenges and rewards of being a multidisciplinary artist and multi-hypenate, offer insights into their own rituals and approach to work, as …
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Delanie Fischer answers the question from a patron, "What's Your Favorite Documentary?" and shares a bit about 20 documentaries that have been discussed, or mentioned, on Self-Helpless through the years by guests and hosts alike. Want your question answered on the next mini episode? Submit it here: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, De…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Licensed Psychotherapist and International & Board Certified Trauma Therapist, Támara Hill, to discuss betrayal trauma —including deceptive affection, symptoms of this kind of trauma, the initial (and ongoing) impact it can have, and a multidimensional approach to healing. Plus: + Your "Life as a Platter" Analogy & Grow…
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Krista St-Germain, widow, mom, and host of The Widowed Mom Podcast, debunks the most common myth about grief, as well as shares what practices seem to be most effective for grieving —including what's helped her navigate the loss of her then-husband. Full episode with Krista St-Germain: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/2fc9f314/r…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Literary Agent and Best-Selling Author, Lindsey Smith, to respond to your questions about the publishing and podcasting industries, share their experience with creative entrepreneurship, and offer a peak behind the curtain of their new book, MockTales: 50+ Literary Mocktails Inspired by Classic Works, Banned Books, and …
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Jessica Frew, co-host of The Husband In Law Podcast, shares with Delanie her experience with betrayal, divorce, and healing after learning about her then-husband's affair and sexuality. Full episode with Jessica Frew: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/episodes/episode/229e6642/when-my-husband-came-out-infidelity-divorce-and-friendship-with-jessic…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Founder of The Optimism Institute and host of Blue Sky Podcast, Bill Burke, to discuss what optimism is NOT, how we can become more optimistic about the future (and the impact of doing so), and taking simple action despite the noise of the modern age. Plus: + Are Our Brains Really Addicted To Negativity? + The Most Shoc…
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Dr. Stephanie Sarkis, psychotherapist, American Mental Health Counselors Association Diplomate, and author of Gaslighting, shares the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs that you're in a cycle of emotional abuse —from dysfunctional behaviors that have been normalized in media, feeling trapped in a job where you're being mistreated, and insidious roman…
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In this thought-provoking episode of Lit Wisdom, we dive deep into the mysterious and powerful Book of Enoch, an ancient text that bridges the realms of angelology, demonology, and hidden truths. Often excluded from the canonical Bible, this enigmatic scripture holds key insights into the spiritual battles between good and evil, the Watchers, and h…
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Delanie Fischer chats with Host of The Losing 100 Pounds Podcast, Corinne Crabtree, about her experience with diets that don't work, what actually supported her weight loss (by losing weight the way she wants to live her life), and how to love yourself at any and every size. Full episode with Corinne Crabtree: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/ep…
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"A prince, a path, and the pursuit of enlightenment—what can Buddhism teach us about living in the modern world?" In this episode of Lit Wisdom, we explore the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the prince who became the Buddha. From his early days as a sheltered royal to his transformative journey of self-discovery, we unpack the story of a man who redef…
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Delanie Fischer is joined by Athena Trombly, who shares about her experience with a brain tumor — how she discovered it, what her surgeries and recovery have been like, and the impact it's made on her life, including her relationships, beliefs, and how she chooses to spend her time. This episode is part of our series, "Subscriber Stories." Next rou…
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Is it a lost gospel, a scandalous forgery, or the biggest twist in biblical history? The Secret Gospel of Mark is as controversial as it is intriguing, and in this episode, we’re peeling back its layers to uncover the truth—or at least the wild theories surrounding it. Allegedly discovered through a letter attributed to Clement of Alexandria, this …
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Delanie Fischer answers the question from a patron, "How Do You Organize Your Calendar As A Multi-Hyphenate?" She shares some tips that help keep her planner as clutter-free as possible, how she currently sets up her week in order to tend to 3 different streams of revenue as a writer and podcaster, and what has NOT worked in the past. Want your que…
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