Best Michelle Wagner Podcasts (2024)

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Depression's distinctive fingerprints in the brain | Leanne Williams, Stanford University 28:11

1h ago28:11

28:11

Getting help for depression can be like purgatory. Setting aside for a moment the stigma and other barriers to seeking treatment in the first place, finding the right combination of medication and/or therapy can be a months- or years-long process of trial and error. And for about one third of people, nothing seems to work. Today we're talking with …

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Your Nonprofit Needs a Rest Week with Kevin Greer (Encore) 30:25

2h ago30:25

30:25

It’s the last week of August, and the lights are off here at Successful Nonprofits®. We have no meetings this week; the podcast and social media are scheduled in advance. And we’re off the computer and off the phone. You know why? Because we’re off having fun and enjoying our rest week! Since we’re on self-care rest week right now, it felt appropri…

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One of Peloton’s most popular trainers, Jess King traces her journey of developing a successful media identity 28:52

11h ago28:52

28:52

Jess King, a Peloton instructor and wellness entrepreneur, shares her journey from fitness to business. She discusses the importance of holistic well-being, the role of technology in scaling personal development, and her upcoming media project, "On The Record." Jess delves into the intersection of spirituality and technology, exploring how these el…

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Use Email Sequencing to Unlock Donor Retention with Lisa Fernandez 33:05

1h ago33:05

33:05

Are you losing new donors due to uninspired thank-you emails? Join our conversation with Lisa Fernandez as she shares her expertise in crafting effective email sequences to build lasting relationships with donors. Learn how to engage your audience with personalized and automated emails, harness the power of storytelling, and create lead magnets tha…

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From child prodigy to entrepreneurship, Michelle Wie West on golf, normalcy, and business 37:01

13h ago37:01

37:01

Golf prodigy Michelle Wie West explores her journey from a young golf sensation to a successful entrepreneur and investor. She discusses the evolving landscape of golf, the impact of technology on sports, and the importance of embracing diverse opportunities beyond the traditional paths. Michelle shares insights on balancing her passion for golf wi…

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How the brain helps cancers grow | Michelle Monje 21:27

14d ago21:27

21:27

Today, we're talking with Stanford neuro-oncologist, Michelle Monje. This is actually the third time we've had Michelle on the show, in part because she's been a pioneer of three exciting frontiers in neuroscience — so far! This week, we're going to talk about cancer neuroscience. Michelle founded this new field with her discovery that deadly brain…

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Mailbag: Board Members Behaving Badly 25:54

5h ago25:54

25:54

Are your board members causing more problems than they solve? In this mailbag episode, Dolph answers listener questions about dealing with difficult board members. Whether you're a board chair trying to keep the peace, or an executive director frustrated with a meddling board, this episode offers practical advice to help you refocus on your mission…

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#83 Exploring the future of space security and defence | Michel Poucet 37:55

15d ago37:55

37:55

In this episode, Adrien sits down with Michel Poucet, an innovative entrepreneur in the space industry, to explore the future of space operations and innovations in space domain awareness. Michel reflects on how his early fascination with space—ignited by encounters with astronauts and visits to space stations—shaped his passion and ultimately led …

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How to Say No and Feel Good About It with Stephanie Wagner 30:14

7d ago30:14

30:14

Have you ever found yourself saying "yes" to a task or opportunity, only to regret it later? You're not alone! In this episode, Stephanie Wagner, a board-certified health and wellness coach from Healthy Minds Innovations, discusses how to say no and feel good about it. Stephanie shares her expertise on setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, an…

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Unraveling Timothy Syndrome: the new science of human brain development | Sergiu Pasca 30:31

28d ago30:31

30:31

This week on From Our Neurons to Yours, we're talking about using new techniques for growing human brain tissue in the lab to solve a rare neurological disorder. Host Nicholas Weiler sits down with Sergiu Pasca an innovative Stanford scientist who has developed groundbreaking technologies to grow human brain tissue in the lab, creating "organoids" …

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Leadership Transitions for Nonprofit Leaders of Color with Nate Wong 32:57

28d ago32:57

32:57

Leadership transitions are challenging enough, and for leaders of color, there are unique hurdles and barriers that must be overcome. In this episode, we are joined by Nate Wong, a partner at The Bridgespan Group, to discuss the complexities and opportunities of leadership transitions for nonprofit leaders of color. Nate shares his own experiences …

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The Power of Inclusion: Leadership Insights with Andrés Tapia 25:58

1M ago25:58

25:58

What if you could leverage inclusion to not only improve your workplace culture but also boost your nonprofit’s effectiveness? In today’s episode, Andres Tapia, a Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry and co-author of "The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Leaders," shows us how. Tapia dives deep into how leaders can cultivate inclusion to unlock the full p…

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How VR could help treat depression with "radical behaviorist" Dr. Kim Bullock 21:36

1M ago21:36

21:36

Today, we're going to talk about virtual reality and how it could be used to treat depression. We're talking with psychiatrist Kim Bullock, the founding director of Stanford's Neurobehavioral Clinic and Virtual Reality & Immersive Technologies (VRIT) program. Dr. Bullock — a physician certified in Neuropsychiatry, Psychiatry, and Lifestyle Medicine…

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#82 The Inspiring Journey of Anne's Kitchen: From Journalism to Culinary Stardom | Anne Faber 28:06

27d ago28:06

28:06

Ready for a deliciously inspiring story? In this episode, Thierry sits down with Anne Faber, the creative force behind Anne's Kitchen. Known for her successful TV shows and cookbooks, Anne's transformation into a respected food journalist, TV personality and a successful entrepreneur is an inspiring story for our business community. The conversatio…

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How to Use Remote Volunteers to Solve Your Nonprofit’s Problems with Michelle Wiesner 32:58

2M ago32:58

32:58

Are you missing out on the hidden potential of remote volunteer programs? Michele Wiesner, Director of Capacity Building at Hire Heroes USA, shares how to unlock this game-changer. Michele discusses the journey of building an effective remote volunteer program, highlights success stories of remote volunteers making significant impacts, and provides…

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Maximize Your Nonprofit's Impact Using Google Grants with Sean Littman 30:43

2M ago30:43

30:43

Sean Littman, a Google Ads and Google Grants expert, shares his insight on leveraging Google’s $10,000 monthly ad credit to drive traffic, grow your email list, and ultimately increase donations. From keyword research to creating compelling email sequences, Sean breaks down his proven strategies for maximizing the impact of Google Grants. He also d…

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Electronic skin and the future of wearable technology | Zhenan Bao 23:35

2M ago23:35

23:35

The skin is full of contradictions. It’s soft and sensitive, but also tough and resilient, even self-healing. It’s both the barrier that protects us from infections and our most intimate connection with the outside world. Today’s guest, Zhenan Bao, has spent the last two decades reverse engineering the skin’s many remarkable properties in order to …

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The Nonprofit Professional’s Plan for Financial Independence with Bobbie Munroe (Encore) 38:31

2M ago38:31

38:31

In this special Independence Day encore episode, we're revisit an important conversation with financial planner Bobbie Munroe. With over 40 years in finance and 30 years as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Bobbie helps individuals with modest incomes plan for a secure retirement. In this episode, Bobbie offers practical advice for nonprofit pro…

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Why Our Team Members Fail with Dr. Tiffany Slater 33:15

2M ago33:15

33:15

Dr. Tiffany Slater, CEO and Senior Human Resources Consultant for HR TailorMade, discusses the critical issue of ineffective onboarding and leadership in nonprofits. Dr. Tiffany emphasizes that many of our frustrations with team members stem from inadequate training and unclear expectations, arguing that these are often our fault as managers. It's …

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How a new kind of brain plasticity could help make sense of addiction | Michelle Monje and Rob Malenka 22:54

2M ago22:54

22:54

This week, we're diving into recent research that sheds light on a new form of brain plasticity involving changes in the insulation of nerve fibers — called myelin. It turns out that myelin plasticity is implicated in a number of serious conditions, from epilepsy to drug abuse and addiction. We're excited to bring back two previous guests on the sh…

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Fostering Inclusion at Your Nonprofit with Kia Croom Encore 43:04

3M ago43:04

43:04

In honor of Juneteenth this week, we are re-sharing Kia Croom’s episode on fostering inclusion in your organization. When the country shut down in March 2020, Kia Croom realized the shift to remote work also shifted justice, equity, and inclusion dynamics. Racial discrimination, racial trauma, and microaggressions didn’t go away, they just changed …

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Should Your Nonprofit Create a 501(c)(4) for Advocacy? Insights from Adam Snipes. 28:29

3M ago28:29

28:29

As nonprofits navigate increasingly complex social and political landscapes, understanding the potential of a 501(c)(4) may be crucial for driving meaningful change. This compelling conversation with advocacy expert Adam Snipes may leave you wondering if your organization should start a 501(c)(4) . Adam delves into real-world examples, provides pra…

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#81 Steering Luxembourg’s economic future | Vincent Hein 37:48

3M ago37:48

37:48

In this episode, Adrien sits down with Vincent Hein, a director and economist at Fondation IDEA, to dive into the pressing economic and policy issues facing Luxembourg. Vincent shares his passion for economic development and public policy, shedding light on his dual role at Fondation IDEA—a think tank created by the Chamber of Commerce to spark fre…

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Our plastic brains: learning, memory and aging with the one and only Carla Shatz (Rerelease) 21:56

3M ago21:56

21:56

-- We're re-releasing our conversation with Carla Shatz, one of our favorites from the archive, which comes up all the time on the show in the context of brain plasticity and aging. Enjoy, and see you next time! -NW -- When we're kids, our brains are amazing at learning. We absorb information from the outside world with ease, and we can adapt to an…

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The Power of a Board Liaison with Kyle Waide and Xavier Roberts 31:54

3M ago31:54

31:54

Kyle Waide and Xavier Roberts from the Atlanta Community Food Bank to discuss into the transformative role of a Board Liaison. As your organization strives to maximize board engagement and effectiveness, have you considered a Board Liaison role that supports board members and enhancing governance practices? Kyle and Xavier share their journey of es…

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Programming Announcement 0:25

3M ago0:25

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Hi everyone — quick programming announcement. As we head into summer, we'll be moving to an every-other-week cadence as we prepare more conversations from the frontiers of neuroscience. I'm very excited about what we're working on for you, so stay tuned! In the meantime, we'd love to hear from you! Email us at neuronspodcast@stanford.edu with your …

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Encore Episode: 11 Guests Share Career Building Advice 25:05

3M ago25:05

25:05

In this encore episode originally aired in 2021, we bring you the insights and wisdom of 11 guests who have made significant impacts in their careers. Each guest shares what they started doing—or stopped doing—that made the biggest difference in their professional journey. These short and powerful moments of wisdom are designed to help you become m…

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Neuroscience and AI: What artificial intelligence teaches us about the brain (and vice versa) | Surya Ganguli 27:38

3M ago27:38

27:38

The powerful new generation of AI tools that has come out over the past few years — DALL-E, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and the rest — have blown away our old ideas about what AI can do and raised questions about what it means for computers to start acting... intelligent? This week, we ask what the rise of these systems might teach us about our own bi…

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Inspiring Nonprofit Leadership with Jake Krotonsky and Alec Bansal 33:12

3M ago33:12

33:12

Join the conversation as I sit down with Jake Krotonsky and Alec Bansal, two remarkable high school seniors who didn't just dream of making a difference — they made it their mission. Jake and Alec have accomplished what many seasoned nonprofit leaders find challenging — they started and run a thriving nonprofit in their community. During their soph…

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How we remember, why we forget | Anthony Wagner 29:00

4M ago29:00

29:00

At some point in our lives, we all struggle with memory — learning a new name, remembering that book you were reading just yesterday or that word on the tip of your tongue. So what can neuroscience teach us about why we remember, why we forget, and how we might even improve our memories? To answer this question, I spoke with neuroscientist Anthony …

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Employer Loyalty --- > Employee Loyalty with Joe Mull 32:27

4M ago32:27

32:27

Joe Mull shares the secret to happy, productive employees who stay: employer loyalty and building humanity within the workplace. You read that right – employer loyalty is necessary before we earn employee loyalty. In this episode, Joe discusses his new book Employalty: How to Ignite Commitment and Keep Top Talent in the New Age of Work. Joe and Dol…

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Psychedelics Part 2: How do drugs alter our perceptions? | Boris Heifets 23:36

4M ago23:36

23:36

Today, we're going to talk about how psychedelics alter our perception of reality and what that says about... reality! Welcome to part two of our conversation with Stanford anesthesiologist and psychedelics researcher Boris Heifets! Last time, we talked with Boris about the question of why psychedelics help people with mental health disorders. This…

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Make Your Donor Database Work Harder with Paul Morris 40:31

4M ago40:31

40:31

If you’ve ever signed a contract for a new CRM only to regret it a few months later, this episode will help you get the most out of your current donor database (and out of your next one, too). Paul Morris, a veteran in nonprofit fund development, shares invaluable insights from decades of CRM experience. This episode delves deep into the common pit…

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