Best What S In A Wave Podcasts (2025)

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BARD - Karen Read Cross-Exam Bombshells and Diddy Jury Preview 14:55

1d ago14:55

14:55

Mark Geragos and Gary Smith dissect key moments from the Karen Read trial, including a pivotal admission on the stand, and preview what’s ahead as jury selection begins in the Diddy case. From media misperceptions to real trial strategy, they explore what resonates with jurors—and what doesn’t. Watch Beyond A Reasonable Doubt and all Reasonable Dou…

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Unlock Your Inner Anthem: A Tribute to Mike Peters 38:08

3d ago38:08

38:08

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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Session 9: The Roots and the Branches 12:37

17h ago12:37

12:37

Episode Title: Session 9 – The Roots and the Branches: Honoring the Past, Choosing the Future This guided meditation brings you into a powerful metaphor from Session 9: you are the tree. Your roots—memories, people, and patterns—stretch deep into the past. Some are twisted or broken. Some were planted in pain. And while you didn’t choose the soil, …

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Session 8: Walking in Her Shoes 12:37

17h ago12:37

12:37

Episode Title: Session 8 – Walking in Her Shoes: The Felt Practice of Empathy This guided meditation invites listeners to take one of the most vital—and vulnerable—steps in the change process: imagining the experience of the person they hurt. In alignment with Session 8’s focus on reconstructing the scene and building empathy, “Walking in Her Shoes…

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Session 7: Facing the Mirror 12:37

2d ago12:37

12:37

Episode Title: Session 7 – Facing the Mirror: The Beginning of Doing Better This meditation invites you into stillness—not to escape—but to gently face what you’ve avoided. In step with Session 7’s work on cognitive interventions, “Facing the Mirror” guides you through a felt process of honest reflection. You won’t be asked to relive past harm, but…

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Session 6: The River of Your Thoughts 12:37

18h ago12:37

12:37

Episode Title: Session 6 – The Rive of Your Thoughts With soft river sounds and foglike focus, this guided meditation invites you to step back from the noise of your thoughts and sit—quietly—on the riverbank. In harmony with Session 6, which introduces stress management and cognitive awareness, you’ll practice the foundational skill of observing yo…

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Session 5: Cooling the System 12:37

19h ago12:37

12:37

Session 5 – Cooling the System: HALT and Nervous-System Reset Sink into slow ambient tones and let shoulders drop as we guide you through the Milton-Erickson–style “Cooling the System” meditation. The script uses a simple flame-turning metaphor to embody Session 5’s lesson: stress heats the nervous system degree by degree until we boil over—unless …

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Mary Gauthier & Jaimee Harris on THE Three Shoes, Alchemy and Weeding out Baddies, ep. 308 57:54

1d ago57:54

57:54

Mary Gauthier and Jaimee Harris talk to Lizzie and Cindy for Basic Folk on-board the Cayamo cruise in front of a live audience. We get down to business in addressing NICE things by asking Mary what kind of shoes she's wearing – as she has a reputation for enjoying the good stuff, especially on her feet. After that, we asked and Jaimee Harris enthus…

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“Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. (f/ John Franklin) 48:40

5d ago48:40

48:40

When comedian John Franklin joined us for a round of music trivia back in December, he only got one question right—but it was an important one: Who sang “Funkytown”? That victorious moment has now come full circle, as John returns to help us take a deeper look at Lipps, Inc.’s massive 1980 hit and the whirlwind career of vocalist Cynthia Johnson. W…

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Fluke or Fate? Embracing Uncertainty to Live a Fuller Life with Brian Klaas 56:54

6d ago56:54

56:54

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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438 - Grace Bonney: Here's the Deal About Work Life Balance 34:04

3d ago34:04

34:04

So often women beat themselves up, thinking that they’re doing something wrong because they haven’t found a perfect work life balance. Marie and Grace dive deep into what it means to be real and vulnerable without getting sucked down into a place of negativity, the transformational power of mistakes, and the real deal with work life balance. It’s n…

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BARD - Judicial Immunity on Trial: Wisconsin Judge’s Arrest Sparks Supreme Court Debate 20:23

8d ago20:23

20:23

Mark and Gary dive deep into the arrest of a Wisconsin judge accused of helping a defendant evade ICE agents—raising urgent questions about judicial immunity, civil vs. criminal protections, and parallels to recent presidential immunity rulings. Plus, updates on Luigi Mangione, Scott Peterson, and Mark’s fiery clash with Nancy Grace. Watch Beyond A…

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The Bittersweet Truth About Beauty, Sorrow, and What Makes Life Worth Living with Susan Cain 51:56

11d ago51:56

51:56

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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Susan Werner on Defining Hard Work, Paid Vacations, and Relaxing as Indie Musician, ep. 307 46:29

8d ago46:29

46:29

The dynamic songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Susan Werner talks to us onboard the Cayamo cruise, which she describes as a "paid vacation." Reflecting on her upbringing on a working farm, Susan discusses the hard work that shaped her, but also how she’s learning to embrace rest and relaxation. With humor and insight, she navigates the balance be…

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“I Love College” by Asher Roth (f/ Sean Quilty) 48:08

12d ago48:08

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This week, we're joined by special guest Sean Quilty to dive into Asher Roth's 2009 party anthem “I Love College.” From sticky bar floors to Top 20 charts, this catchy hit captured a specific moment in pop and hip-hop culture, sparking the brief but memorable wave of frat rap. As Philly natives, Matt and Sean reflect on Roth’s early days, his MySpa…

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Session 4: Brain Change Prep: "I Am Rewiring" 12:37

10d ago12:37

12:37

Episode Title: Session 4 – Brain Change Prep: "I Am Rewiring" With ambient tones drifting from alpha into theta, this meditation guides you straight into the electrical heart of Session 4—brain change by deliberate practice. Eyes soft, breath slow, you’ll visualize two trails inside your mind’s landscape. One is the familiar track of reflex—anger →…

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

13d ago51:23

51:23

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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437 - How to Heal When Everything Falls Apart 1:25:13

10d ago1:25:13

1:25:13

What do you do when life falls apart? In this powerful conversation, Suleika Jaouad shares how journaling, creativity, and community helped her survive cancer, heartbreak, and uncertainty - and build a life of purpose and beauty. You'll learn how to transform pain into power, rewrite limiting narratives, and reconnect with what makes you feel most …

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BARD - Bill Maher Backlash + The Trials of Frank Carson 20:16

15d ago20:16

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Mark and Gary kick off this episode with an unexpected but entertaining dive into Southern California theme parks—from Knott’s Berry Farm nostalgia to a full ranking of Disneyland, Legoland, Universal Studios, and more. Then, they unpack the media frenzy surrounding Bill Maher’s recent meeting with Donald Trump and his '2 Angry Men' podcast appeara…

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

17d ago45:44

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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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418: Forget the Grind: The Secret to Sustainable Success GUEST: Joe Byerly - Writer, Podcaster & Creator of “From the Green Notebook” 42:31

15d ago42:31

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Today’s guest is Joe Byerly. He’s a rising voice in leadership and the founder of: “From the Green Notebook” — a podcast and blog that’s been inspiring leaders inside and outside the military for over a decade. Joe spent 20+ years in the U.S. Army, earning prestigious honors like: the Legion of Merit, multiple Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart and the G…

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Jon Muq: Uganda, Cruise Ship Food and His Googly-Eyed Guitar, ep. 306 34:55

15d ago34:55

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Originally from the village of Mutungo, Uganda (near the country's capital of Kampala), Jon Muq's journey to his current life of touring with an Austin, Texas home-base has been unconventional. Onboard the Cayamo cruise earlier this year, we talked to Jon about his childhood experiences, including fetching water with friends and "We Are the World,"…

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Session 3: Changing What you Do 12:37

16d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 3 – Changing What you Do Description Sink the shoulders, loosen the jaw, let breathing find its own tempo—then picture a fork in the road. One track is the worn‑in route of old reactions; the other is an unmapped trail that begins with a single, different move. This meditation embodies Session 3’s theme: lasting change is beh…

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“Naked Eye” by Luscious Jackson (f/ Tracy Bonham) 1:11:14

19d ago1:11:14

1:11:14

It's always a bit nerve-wracking when an artist we've covered reaches out, but it's pretty cool when they enjoyed their episode and want to join us! This week, we're thrilled to welcome Tracy Bonham—whose hit "Mother Mother" we previously discussed—to talk about another '90s classic: Luscious Jackson’s "Naked Eye." Tracy shares insights on her own …

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How to Nurture Creativity in a Noisy World with Maggie Smith 1:03:43

21d ago1:03:43

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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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436 - Seth Godin Thinks You Should Stop Waiting For The Right Moment 33:21

18d ago33:21

33:21

Marie Forleo talks to the legendary Seth Godin about handling failure in life, overcoming writer’s block, self-doubt and starting something that matters right here and now. You'll learn why you should stop waiting for the right moment, why Seth doesn’t believe in your ‘calling’, and so much more. We rarely look back on our lives and say “I’m disapp…

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BARD - The Menendez Hearing That Shook a Family 9:16

22d ago9:16

9:16

Mark and Gary unpack a devastating moment in the Menendez case, as Jose’s sister Terry is hospitalized just days after a pivotal hearing. The episode details a controversial courtroom tactic by the DA’s office that re-traumatized the family and sparked outrage. As the fight for resentencing continues, the cost of justice becomes painfully clear. Wa…

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Session 2: Taking 100% Responsibility for What You Did and Are Doing Now 12:37

21d ago12:37

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Episode Title: Session 2 – Taking 100% Responsibility for What You Did and Are Doing Now Description This session invites you into a slow‑tide breath and a mirror that shows only one thing: your own behavior. With eyes closed or softly focused, you’ll notice there’s nothing to fix, no one else to blame—just the honest image of your choices. The pur…

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

24d ago52:38

52:38

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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Session 1: Series Introduction and Orientation 28:05

22d ago28:05

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Episode 1: Orientation – What Is DV Brain Change? Welcome to the DV Brain Change Meditation Podcast Series. In this special orientation episode, therapist and creator Glenn Ostlund introduces the purpose, structure, and personal philosophy behind this unique fusion of neuroscience, sound therapy, and guided meditation. Drawing from the Brain Change…

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Ani DiFranco & Carsie Blanton: Menopause, The Wild Child, and Naps to fight Capitalism, ep. 305 43:44

22d ago43:44

43:44

Basic Folk is making trouble at sea with Ani DiFranco and Carsie Blanton! Hosts Lizzie and Cindy had the opportunity to speak with the two like-minded radical songwriters aboard the 2025 edition of Cayamo, a roots music cruise. Our conversation kicks off with Ani sharing her transformative experience performing as Persephone in the Broadway show 'H…

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“Pump Up The Volume” by M/A/R/R/S 47:20

26d ago47:20

47:20

Few artists embody the term "one-hit wonder" more than M/A/R/R/S, a collective that only recorded two songs but forever changed music history with "Pump Up the Volume." This sample-heavy track may seem unremarkable in modern times, but in the late '80s, it was groundbreaking—pushing the boundaries of sampling, shaping house music, and earning a Gra…

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

28d ago58:43

58:43

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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435 - Mark Manson: How to Stop Caring About Things That Don’t Matter 27:37

24d ago27:37

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Best-selling writer Mark Manson has a fresh, irreverent perspective to share in the conversation about what brings true happiness and fulfillment in life. No matter how great your life is, you’re always going to encounter pain and struggle—the question is, how are you going to react to it? The key to living a good life isn't getting rid of struggle…

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BARD - The Menendez Resentencing Fight & Courtroom Chronicles 18:01

29d ago18:01

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Mark Geragos, Alexandra Kazarian and Gary Smith unpack a stunning twist in the Menendez brothers’ resentencing case, calling out the DA’s latest filing as “intellectually dishonest” and pulling back the curtain on political maneuvering inside the LA County justice system. Along the way, AK gives a firsthand look at a recent trial that took some tru…

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

1M ago53:11

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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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Loudon Wainwright III: Oversharing, Family Ties, and Musical Legacy, ep. 304 46:20

1M ago46:20

46:20

The legendary Loudon Wainwright III, whose career has spanned over five decades, is known for his deeply personal songwriting and sharp wit – and oversharing. The patriarch of the Wainwright folk dynasty (which includes Rufus, Martha, their late mother Kate McGarrigle, as well as Lucy and her mother Suzzy Roche), Loudon reflects on the balance betw…

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“When I’m With You” by Sheriff (f/ Joel Reader) 56:18

1M ago56:18

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This week, we're joined by Joel Reader to discuss one of the strangest comeback stories in music history—Sheriff’s sappy power ballad, "When I’m With You." This Canadian band had already called it quits when their forgotten single unexpectedly climbed to number one nearly a decade later, thanks to a few radio DJs deciding to put the song into rotat…

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Why You Can’t Think Your Way Out of Overthinking with Adam Mastroianni 57:24

1M ago57:24

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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…

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434 - Daymond John on What Makes a Successful Entrepreneur 37:25

1M ago37:25

37:25

It helps to be so hungry that you have no other choice but to succeed. Daymond John is the best-selling author of “The Power of Broke”, a successful entrepreneur and judge on the hit tv show, Shark Tank. He has so much wisdom to share about starting a business, what you need to succeed, and why being broke could be your greatest secret weapon as an…

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BARD - Jay-Z’s Extortion Case, Karen Read’s Retrial & Custody Battles in the Spotlight 25:06

1M ago25:06

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With Mark away, Gary is joined by friend of the show and frequent co-host Alexandra Kazarian to break down the biggest stories in the legal news this week. From Jay-Z’s extortion lawsuit against Tony Buzbee and its potential precedent-setting implications to the shocking decision to retry Karen Read, they analyze the legal maneuvers at play. Plus, …

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How to Stop Losing Your Mind (Literally): The Surprising Science of Attention with Amishi Jha 49:13

1M ago49:13

49:13

In this episode, Dr. Amishi Jha explores how to stop losing your mind (literally) and the surprising science of attention. She shares how mastering your mind isn’t about more effort, it’s about understanding how attention really works. You’ll learn how to train the three systems of attention (the flashlight, the floodlight, and the juggler), why mi…

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Olivia Ellen Lloyd: West Virginia to Brooklyn, Finding Ground in Water, ep. 303 1:01:14

1M ago1:01:14

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Olivia Ellen Lloyd's latest album, 'Do It Myself,' sees the West Virginia-born Brooklyn-based songwriter reflecting on the powerful imagery of water. She shares how it has been a source of grounding and calmness in her life, from childhood memories spent on the Potomac River to her current love for the ocean, these elements have shaped her artistic…

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S Club 7 “Never Had a Dream Come True” (f/ Rod Kim) 1:14:37

1M ago1:14:37

1:14:37

This week, we're joined by TikToker and songwriter Rod Kim to dive into the sugary pop world of S Club 7 and their lone U.S. hit, the 2001 ballad "Never Had a Dream Come True." While the UK couldn't get enough of this manufactured seven-piece pop machine, American audiences only got a small taste—so did we miss out, or was one hit enough? We unpack…

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