Best Meredith Hackwith Edwards Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 256 | Homelessness in California: Hopeless Crisis or Solvable Situation? 51:26

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Send us a text Tom Wolf was a suburban Dad & city employee when he became addicted to drugs. He soon found himself sleeping in a doorway in the Tenderloin District of San Francisco getting high every 90 minutes. Now six years sober, he serves on the leadership council of Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions & is a bridge between the reality of the …

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Ep. 255 | Are Ice Baths Worth It? Memory, Stress & Safety [REMASTERED] 45:01

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Send us a text Jesse Coomer suffered for years from what he calls “the modern condition,” cycles of stress & anxiety burdening our minds & bodies until he found relief & regained his passion for life with breath work & cold therapy. He was one of the first American certified Wim Hof instructors, is now an author & conducts breathwork & cold exposur…

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Silent Suffering is Killing Us As Men - Practical Advice for Modern Men: Interview with Traver Boehm - Hosted by Jay Alders 1:48:03

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Welcome to the Shifting Perceptions Podcast, hosted by Jay Alders with special guest Traver Boehm, founder of the Man Uncivilized Movement and author of ManUncivilized and 28 Days in Darkness. In this episode, we dive deep into the silent struggles that many men face, especially those in their 30s to 50s, who often carry the weight of the world on …

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Ep. 254 | Do We Need Sharks? 50:02

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Send us a text Kinga Philipps is a journalist, TV presenter & shark conservationist who’s spent over two decades combining conservation & media conversation. You may recognize her from Discovery’s Shark Week shows Tiger Queen or Sharks in Paradise. In this episode, she shares how one village went from shark finning to shark preservation, the Disney…

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Ep. 253 | Tradwives: Trending Choice or Dangerous Influence? 47:09

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Send us a text Dr Kate Mangino is a gender expert with a PhD in human rights & social development and the author of the book, Equal Partners: Improving Gender Equality at Home. In this episode, we unpack the tradwife trend to ask is it a harmless personal choice resulting from the options born of feminism or giant steps backwards for the women’s eq…

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Ep. 252 | Teeth: the Ultimate Status Symbol? 32:26

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Send us a text Dr. Bill Schutt, Author is a PhD zoologist, Emeritus Professor of Biology at Long Island University & a research associate at the American Museum of Natural History. He’s also the author of Bite: An Incisive History of Teeth, from Hagfish to Humans. In this episode, we cover the history behind we think of those with bad teeth as untr…

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Ep. 251 | Food Addiction: Character Flaw or Real Dependence? [REMASTERED] 52:59

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Send us a text Dr. Joan Ifland explains how the history of processed foods has led to an obesity or overweight percentage of 70% of Americans! She defines processed foods, explains the business model behind the messaging, the science of your brain's reaction to the foods & how quitting these can revive your taste buds & thought clarity. She also sh…

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Ep. 250 | MONGOLIA: Growing Up a Monk (& a Reincarnated Saint) 55:01

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Send us a text At 7 years old, Erdne Ombadykow’s parents sent him from his birthplace of Philadelphia to live at a Tibetan Buddhist Monastery where he would spent most of his childhood learning Buddhism. He was then recognized by the 14th Dalai Lama as the current reincarnation of the Buddhist saint, mahasiddha Tilopa and was tasked with leading th…

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Ep. 249 | Record Breaking vs Impact Making: Arctic Exploration 50:59

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Send us a text Mark Wood is a polar explorer, a title normally associated with big ego and fame as core motivations. In this episode; however, he shares his personal motivational evolution of going from a place of ego to one of wonderment. He shares how this shift lead him to teaching children via livestream from the death zone of Mt Everest, the h…

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Ep. 248 | Surviving the Troubled Teen Industry: Separating Identity from Experience [REMASTERED] 32:32

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Send us a text Because of his out-of-control behavior, Rocky Kandola’s parents sent to a nightmarish WWASP teen rehab center in Mexico, where he served an indefinite sentence with an arbitrary points system. He describes how this was the beginning of a cycle of abuse, imprisonment & bad decisions, but not the end of his life. Hear how he sifted ide…

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Ep. 247 | Is Your Food Causing Your Depression? Nutritional Psychiatry 47:55

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Send us a text Dr. Georgia Ede is a Harvard trained psychiatrist who began to experience a host of mystery symptoms in her 40s, including fibromyalgia, migraines, chronic fatigue syndrome, and IBS. When she got relief after experimenting with her diet, she began her path of nutritional studies & later became a nutritional psychiatrist. In this epis…

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Ep. 246 | MONGOLIAN YOUTUBER: The Digital & the Traditional 41:11

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Send us a text Bayarsaikhan Ganzorig grew up in Mongolia in the Ger District without running water or electricity, a type of shanty town established by nomadic herders who fled from the countryside after their herds were victims to one of the latest weather events to plague the area. And my next guest is someone who is eager to share all sides of h…

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Ep. 245 | Is Skipping Small Talk an Option? Ubers, Elevators & Family [REMASTERED] 38:25

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Send us a text Rob Baedeker is the co-author of What to Talk About: On a Plane, at a Cocktail Party, in a Tiny Elevator with Your Boss's Boss. In this episode, he shares how to break free of the sleep-inducing conversation templates we’ve all had on repeat, deal with awkward political discussions & keep the conversational spark alive with our frien…

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Ep. 244 | Ketamine: Clinical or Mystical? What You Should Know 50:14

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Send us a text Dr. Steven Radowitz completed his MD at Chicago Medical School, worked in general medicine & HIV/AIDS units & was Medical Director of an alcohol & opioid detox & treatment unit. His traditional path was disrupted after seeing remarkable & measurable medical outcomes with patients who got psychedelic treatment. He has since refocused …

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Ep. 243 | What’s the Point of Financial Freedom? (REMASTERED) 42:17

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Send us a text Vicki Robin is considered the mother of the FIRE movement & has appeared on hundreds of shows, including Oprah & Good Morning America. She’s the co-author of the international best-seller, Your Money or Your Life: Transforming Your Relationship With Money and Achieving Financial Independence. Here we explore the heart-side of the bal…

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The Surfing Entrepreneur Behind Indo Board: Meet Hunter Joslin 56:50

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Ever wondered how a simple idea can revolutionize an industry? Meet Hunter Joslin, the surfing Entrepreneur and Founder of Indo Board, a game-changer in fitness and sports. My chats with Hunter, a long-time friend, are always fun and insightful. I'm glad I finally got Hunter on the podcast to talk about his incredible journey. Hunter’s Early Days: …

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Ep. 242 | American Healthcare System: Is there Hope? 50:36

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Send us a text Dr. John Abramson was a family physician for 20 years who left his practice in 2002 to devote himself to researching the commercial takeover of medical knowledge. He has since served as an expert in medical litigation, served as a consultant to the FBI & US Dept of Justice & authored two books – Overdosed America & Sickening. In this…

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Ep. 241 | Stranded Abroad: Reindeer, Yak Yogurt & Thriving in Discomfort [REMASTERED] 29:24

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Send us a text Breanna Wilson is a freelance travel writer & photographer who found out her travel plans got Corona canceled mid-flight & ended up being stuck in the country of Georgia. She shares how her first trip to Mongolia started with a photo on Instagram, agreeing to ride wild horses & what it’s like to live with nomadic Mongolian families. …

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Ep. 240 | Hot Car Infant Death: How is This Happening? 52:50

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Send us a text Laura & Aaron Beck were devoted parents who, like many, were in the habit of judging other parents who left their child in the back seat of a car until the day it happened to them. In this episode, Laura shares the circumstances leading up to the accident, her new perspective on parenting, how you can prevent hot car infant death & h…

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Kurt Pellegrino’s Unstoppable Journey To The UFC and Beyond: Dyslexia, Bullies & Fatherhood 1:22:12

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Former UFC Fighter, instructor, entrepreneur, and world-renowned Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial artist Kurt "Batman" Pellegrino. In this interview Kurt opens up about his battles with dyslexia and bullying, and how his mindset has helped him on and off the mats. Early Life and Dyslexia Kurt faced significant challenges from a young age. Born with seve…

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Ep. 239 | Does Diet Matter if You Have to Take Insulin Anyway? 1:08:53

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Send us a text Dr. Andrew Koutnik is a diabetes researcher who's lead 2 NASA investigations, a project for the United States Special Ops Command and assisted on projects for department of defense, DARPA and the Office of Naval Research. He's also a type 1 diabetic. He's currently a research scientist at the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute and ac…

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The Disco Rap Revolution with Hip-Hop Group Bungalow Collect 1:13:01

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Leave Us a Review Bungalow Collect hit the hip-hop scene and went viral with their unique sound that they refer to as, "Disco Rap". I sat down with the four man hip-hop group Bungalow Collect to talk about their journey to becoming a unified musical force that’s catching the ears of listeners across platforms like TikTok. Marcus Isiah, Zay Suav, Rs…

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Ep. 238 | Is Confidence an Outside Job (& Can You Gain it While Getting Older)?! 53:59

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Send us a text Kimmy Seltzer is a mental health therapist turned confidence counselor, stylist & dating strategist. In this episode she shares how her own hot mess moment & an encouraging retail employee helped her transform the way she saw herself as well as the paradox of building the experience of confidence when you don’t have any experience be…

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Ep. 237 |Black Man Who Attends KKK Rallies: Race & Friendship 1:01:00

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Send us a text Daryl Davis is a musician & author. He’s also a black man who chooses to be friends with Klansmen. Over his lifetime, he has inspired over 200 Klu Klux Klan members to give up their robes. In this episode he shares about the boyscout parade where he got a race reality check, FBI files, the connection between travel & racism, his firs…

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Ep. 236 | Are Erections the 6th Vital Sign? Smart (cock) Ring 46:14

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Send us a text Elliot Justin, MD is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians & worked in Emergency Medicine for 26 years. He’s now the CEO of Firm Tech, a medical technology start up. He & his team have developed a smart watch for your penis to help men assess ED & cardiovascular risk. In this episode, he explains the connection bet…

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Ep. 235 | Epistocracy: Should We be Protected from Uninformed Voters? 44:06

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Send us a text Dr. Jason Brennan is a Flanigan Family professor at Georgetown Business School who agrees that democracies outperform most historical alternatives, but suggests that some form of Epistocracy (meaning the rule of the knowledgeable) could be worth experimenting with. In other words, the more of an informed voter you are, the more weigh…

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Living a Multifaceted Creative Life: Musician John Harvey on Being a Renaissance Man in the Digital Age 1:41:50

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Leave Us a Review I was first introduced to my good friend John Harvey by our mutual bro Dave Fowler. At the time, John was the guy who was thumping away on the bass guitar with the emo band Secondhand Serenade. During his touring days, John also played with artists like Jessie James Decker, Jackson Harris, Williams Honor, Natalie Stovall to name a…

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Ep. 234 | Felon to Million Dollar Business Owner [REMASTERED] 56:22

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Send us a text Former ecstasy dealer, Jason Edwards, tells his story of what led to prison, the types of people you find there & the mindsets that can pull you in & lift you out. You’ll also hear about the day he walked out of prison, how he won over the trust of his boss & now owns a million-dollar business. Stay to the end where he shares his mes…

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Ep. 233 | Pulling Back the Curtain on Podcasting (Behind the Scenes) 1:05:11

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Send us a text This episode is a relaxed hybrid conversation/interview with Scott Johnson, the host of What Was That Like, a true crime fan favorite with over 10 million downloads. Scott recently invited me to co-host a weekly segment on his show, so I this episode is an introduction to him and a behind the scenes from both of us on what it takes t…

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A Little Person With Big Ambitions: Christophe Zajac-Denek On Dwarfism, Navigating Societal Norms, Acting, Surfing, Self-Acceptance and Drums 1:19:31

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In this episode, host Jay Alders is joined by Christophe Zajac-Denek, an actor, musician, surfer, and disabilities advocate who brings a unique perspective on thriving with dwarfism. Christophe opens up about his journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and the significance of self-confidence in defying societal expectations. His story is a testament…

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Ep. 232 | How Do You Know If You’re In a Cult? [REMASTERED] 34:57

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Send us a text If you watched the Netflix special (un)well, you may have seen Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Rachel Bernstein, in the episode on Tantric Sex. She is a mental health professional specializing in cult psychology, manipulators & systems of control. In this episode, we discuss what defines a cult, who is most vulnerable to cult recru…

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40 Years of Comedy: Inside the Mind of Brad Upton 1:24:55

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A conversation with Brad Upton, a comedian whose observational humor and unique view of the world have captivated audiences from cruise ships to comedy clubs for 40 years. In this episode, Brad reveals the intricacies of his comedic process and work ethic and talks about his inspiration as well as the disciplined craft of writing and performing. He…

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Ep. 231 | What Does it Take to Summit Mt Everest? [REMASTERED] 26:18

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Send us a text At age 38 and only 8 weeks of training, Merry Morgan Holotik Henderson became 1 of the 4,700 people to summit Mt Everest & 1 of the 605 women. She shares how she went from non-athletic theatre nerd to mountaineer & what you don’t know about what it takes to get there. She shares what she learned about sherpa culture, how cerebral ede…

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Ep. 230 | Can a Sexless Marriage Survive? 1:06:06

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Send us a text What exactly is considered "sexless"? What are we counting as sex? What would cause someone to not want to have sex all of a sudden? These are all questions I unpacked with Xanet Pailet. She was a successful healthcare lawyer married to an attorney with two children. She lived in a beautiful home in NYC as well as a sexless marriage.…

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Ep. 229 | Is Your Happiness Being Politicized? Culture, Cortisol & the Brain 40:48

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Send us a text Dr. Loretta Breuning is a PhD researcher & author. Since becoming unconvinced by prevailing theories on human behavior, she has researched everything from monkeys to the mafia. Now she’s not only helping people hack their brain, she’s shedding light on how the altruistic outlook may be popular, but ultimately damaging. In this episod…

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Ep. 228 | Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk: Purity Culture & Finding Your Weirdos [REMASTERED] 26:53

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Send us a text The highlight of teenage Tony Dushane’s existence was the short car ride with his crush as they were dropped off to preach door to door. In this episode, he shares the negative impact purity culture within the Jehovah’s Witness community had on his family, the awkward moments he can laugh at (& made a film from) & the advice he would…

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Ep. 227 | Is Being Ordinary Noble? 46:45

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Send us a text The message given at every commencement speech is, “Go into the world & make an impact!” This makes anyone who gone on to lead an ordinary life to feel like an extraordinary disappointment. Dr. Brandon Warmke is an Associate Professor & philosopher at Bowling Green University who believes that living a quiet life is not an underachie…

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Mia Magik on Reclamation (or Honing Your "IntuWitchin") 50:40

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#124 - Join me and Mia Magik, a modern ambassador of ancient wisdom who guides others in self-discovery and inner vision connection, which she calls "IntuWitchin." Through her teachings at The Academy of Magikal Artistry, she advocates for a more magikal, sustainable world. Her expertise is backed by certifications in 13 disciplines, including Hath…

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Ep. 226 | From Trafficking Victim to Attorney 42:10

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Send us a text By the time she was twelve, Carissa Phelps had run away from home, dropped out of school, and fled blindly into the arms of a brutal pimp. After years of being trafficked, she was able to escape, graduate from UCLA with a law degree and an MBA, and become an attorney working to help at-risk youth & end the infrastructure behind human…

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Ep. 225 | Could Psychedelics Heal Trauma for Good? 41:30

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Send us a text After selling a successful business, a series of serendipitous events led Matt Simpson to research Ayahuasca as a healing modality for trauma. The experience was so healing, that he never returned to the rat race or his addictions. He now coaches others on how to properly and responsibly use psychedelics to heal trauma and addiction.…

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Behind the Drum Kit: Brooke Colucci's Rhythmic Revolution 1:16:45

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"Rock Angel" shares her personal and professional journey, reflecting on how her passion for drumming has shaped her life and career. Leave a Review Meet Brooke Colucci Brooke Colucci, also known by her hundreds of thousands of fans on social media as "Rock Angel" is a dynamic New York based professional drummer. In this episode we talk to her abou…

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Ep. 224 | Are Near Death Experiences Science? 30:52

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Send us a text Dr. Bruce Greyson was the protégé of Near Death Experience Researcher, Dr. Raymond Moody. Dr. Greyson was raised in a scientific household with no particular religion, his interest in near-death experiences was a scientific one that started when an unconscious patient of his described (in detail) a conversation he had with another wo…

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Ep. 223 | Is it Exploring Culture if it’s Built for Tourists? 35:56

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Send us a text Gary Arndt is a photographer, travel blogger & podcaster whose list of visited countries is so long, where he hasn’t been is actually a shorter list. In this episode, we challenge what exploring culture is and is not, the Parochial vs cosmopolitan mindset, how to save money & increase your human connection, his surprising moment in O…

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Jeff Harry on Play (or Turning Your Favorite Pastime into a Job) 53:14

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#123 - Join me and Jeff Harry, who combines positive psychology and play to heal workplaces, help teams build psychological safety and assist individuals in addressing their biggest challenges by embracing a play-oriented approach to work. Jeff has been featured in the NY Times, HuffPost, Shondaland, NPR, and more and has worked with Google, Micros…

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Ep. 222 | Pentecostals, Plant Medicine & Phenomena (Ryan Bledsoe & Nick Fermanides) 1:34:23

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Send us a text In this conversation-style episode, I talk with the hosts of the Bledsoe Said So podcast, Ryan Bledsoe & Nick Fermanides. Ryan is the son of former guest & UFO experiencer, Chris Bledsoe. Their family & the strange phenomena happening at their home has been studied by NASA, the CIA, academics & the defense intelligence agency & thank…

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Balancing Creativity, Work, and Life with Jay Alders & Meredith Hackwith Edwards 1:15:23

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Join Jay Alders and Meredith Hackwith Edwards in this special episode of the Shifting Perceptions Podcast which originally aired on Meredith For Real. Finding Your Rhythm in the Symphony of Daily Demands and Artistic Passions This conversation covers such topics as: Importance of creativity and how (and why) to make time for it Intertwining mindful…

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Ep. 221 | Why Do People Stay With Their Abusers? 1:04:54

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Send us a text Melissa Garner is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida who specializes in assisting women in recovering from trauma & toxic relationships. In this episode, we’ll briefly discuss how people end up in these kinds of relationships, paint a picture of types of abuse & the reasons people stay, create a safety plan & how to suppor…

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Ep. 220 | Prison Consultant: a Pill Mill, Walkie Talkies & YouTube 43:22

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Send us a text Dan Wise was the office manager of a Georgia pill mill. Before going to prison, he made a Hail Mary YouTube video asking for advice on how to survive a prison sentence. After serving 2 of his 5-year sentence, he re-entered the world to discover that the video had become popular & he was inspired to make a business coaching others on …

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Viral TikTok Sensation: Singer-Songwriter Zach Paradis 1:03:39

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Meet Zach Paradis, a dynamic singer-songwriter discovered by Crash Adams on TikTok. Zach shares his decade-long journey in the music industry, blending pop, hip-hop, and R&B with heartfelt storytelling. This episode unpacks Zach's creative process, the newfound pressures of viral fame, and the challenges and thrills of songwriting. We also explore …

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Ep. 219 | Is Self-Improvement a Rat Race? The Pitfalls of Progress 26:22

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Send us a text KC Davis’ personal growth journey began at 16 when she entered a rehab center for drug addiction & mental health issues. It continued at 19 when she became an evangelical Christian. Since then, her journey has taken some winding turns. She’s now a licensed professional counselor, author & host of the podcast Strugglecare, where she s…

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