Best Rick Larkin Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 235: Diane Manser — How to Make Peace with the Joys and Pains of Being a Teacher 36:48

3h ago36:48

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My guest this week is Diane Manser, a long-time high school teacher with an important message that she shares in her recent book, I Didn’t Sign Up for This: One Classroom Teacher’s Journey Through Emotional Fatigue to Personal Empowerment (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: What led Diane to become a teacher The best and hardest aspects…

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O, Canada 59:23

21h ago59:23

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Send us a Text Message. We talk about our domestic problems a lot, but do we have any worse than other places? This month on The Build I speak with Mathieu Fleury of Leader Lane Developments who tells me all about how difficult it is to get building in Toronto, Canada. Some of their problems will sound very familiar, others are very surprising. Did…

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Ep. 234: Dr. Scott Rick — How Tightwads and Spendthrifts Can Build Better Spending Habits 46:48

13d ago46:48

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My guest this week is Dr. Scott Rick, an associate professor of marketing and author of a great book called Tightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: Why our relationship with money is often complicated, no matter how much we have Where our attitudes toward money…

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Numbers and how to count them 1:03:15

1M ago1:03:15

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Send us a Text Message. Kate English from Deloitte succinctly explains the overwhelming amount of data that exist on the need for housing, along with some upcoming demographic trends that really matter. This episode is a must listen if you care about the future of the housing sector. And of course we talk about Taylor Swift. Some details from the e…

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Ep. 233: Dr. Samir Chopra — How to Find Peace Even When You're Anxious 51:34

20d ago51:34

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My guest this week is philosopher and counselor Dr. Samir Chopra, author of the fascinating new book, Anxiety: A Philosophical Guide (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: The extent to which we are experiencing unique levels of anxiety in human history Philosophical inquiry that springs from anxiety The unconscious cognitive work we do to…

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Ep. 232: Dr. Marla Deibler — Hope for Healing from Hair Pulling, Skin Picking, and Other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors 34:03

1M ago34:03

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My guest this week is Dr. Marla Deibler, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating anxiety. We discussed her excellent new book, The BFRB Recovery Workbook (affiliate link). Check out the publisher’s website where you can download many free worksheets and resources. Topics we discussed included: When a body-focused repetitive behavior bec…

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Ep. 231: Dr. Alissa Jerud — Effective Ways to Manage Anxiety Related to Pregnancy and Miscarriage 41:57

2M ago41:57

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My guest this week is Dr. Alissa Jerud, a clinical psychologist who specializes in treating anxiety. Topics we discussed included: The anxiety conditions Alissa treats Anxiety related to pregnancy and fertility The difficulty of experiencing miscarriage My guest’s own experience of two miscarriages The conditioned anxiety after the first loss Pregn…

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Money, Money, Money 47:36

2M ago47:36

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Send us a Text Message. Chris Wilson, the chief executive of Fairfield Real Estate Finance, takes us on a remarkable journey through his influential career in our latest episode. From his pivotal role at RBS during the financial crisis to navigating the complexities of the NAMA Project Eagle debacle at Jefferies, Chris brings a wealth of experience…

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But first... 2:52

2M ago2:52

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Send us a Text Message. I'm back, and I'm here just to say thanks. Disclosure of conflicts from Season 1: Episode 3 with John Downey, John did a little bit of work for a JV entity we were involved with a number of years ago but we have no current business relationship with his firm. Episode 4 with Fidelma McManus, no current or past business relati…

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Ep. 230: Ethan Nichtern — Mindful Awareness 5. A Better Way of Working with the Mind You Have 44:27

2M ago44:27

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My guest this week for part 5 of our series on mindful awareness is Ethan Nichtern, author of a new book called Confidence: Holding Your Seat Through Life’s Eight Worldly Winds (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: Confidence as trusting we can navigate our own minds Making friends with our inner experience Equanimity as realizing that ev…

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Ep. 229: Amanda Knox — Mindful Awareness 4. What If There Is Nothing Between You and Your Well-Being? 54:46

3M ago54:46

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My guest this week is Amanda Knox, author of the New York Times bestselling book Waiting to be Heard (affiliate link). Amanda’s name is probably familiar to you because she was in the news a lot over a decade ago when she was tried for murder in Italy. Even though she was convicted, it turned out the charges were completely false, and eventually sh…

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Ep. 228: Brett Larkin — Mindful Awareness 3. How Yoga Can Elevate Every Part of Your Life 52:49

4M ago52:49

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My guest this week is Brett Larkin, yoga instructor and author of Yoga Life: : Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: Practicing yoga with awareness The appeal of yoga for helping us remember that we’re more than our minds and brains Yoga as a “science laboratory” to observe wha…

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Ep. 227: Dr. Steve Taylor — Mindful Awareness 2. Cultivating the Conditions for Spiritual Awakening 38:13

4M ago38:13

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My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Steve Taylor, author of the new book, The Adventure: A Practical Guide to Spiritual Awakening (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: The practical components of “enlightenment” or “spiritual awakening” Commonalities across different spiritual traditions The unease and anxiety created by a sense of sep…

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Ep. 226: Dr. Beth Kurland — Mindful Awareness 1. Finding Peace of Mind When Life Is Difficult 46:23

5M ago46:23

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My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Beth Kurland, author of the new book, You Don’t Have to Change to Change Everything: Six Ways to Shift Your Vantage Point, Stop Striving for Happy, and Find True Well-Being (affiliate link). We begin with a calming guided meditation that Beth led. Topics we discussed included: The assumption that not feeling a…

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Ep. 225: Dr. Peter Levine — The Transformative Power of Healing from Trauma 55:36

5M ago55:36

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My guest this week is Dr. Peter Levine, who is well-known for being the developer of Somatic Experiencing. He’s also the author of a new book: An Autobiography of Trauma: A Healing Journey (affiliate link), which we focused on in this very enjoyable and meaningful discussion. Peter shared about how his own wounds from early in life were a big part …

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Ep. 224: Dr. Tim Windsor — Midlife 4. How to Have the Best Possible Second Half of Life 55:55

6M ago55:55

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My guest this week for part 4 of our series on midlife is Dr. Tim Windsor. Tim has done many research studies on adult development and how we change in midlife and older age. I took so much from this conversation as Tim described what we know about how to have a great second half of life. Things we discussed included: My guest’s research in lifespa…

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Ep. 223: Nick Davies — Midlife 3. Waking Up to the Life That Wants to Be Lived Through You 38:23

6M ago38:23

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My guest this week is Nick Davies, back for his third time on the podcast. This time we focused on issues related to midlife, as this is part 3 of our series on that topic. Things we discussed included: Nick’s personal backstory and his decision to make a big change in his mid-thirties Asking the right questions that can lead us to fulfillment The …

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Ep. 222: Dr. Kieran Setiya — Midlife 2. How to Think More Clearly About What Life Can and Can't Offer 55:02

6M ago55:02

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My guest this week is Dr. Kieran Setiya, a philosophy professor at MIT and author of Midlife: A Philosophical Guide (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: The extent to which midlife is a time of crisis Elliott Jaques’s coining of the term “midlife crisis” in 1965 Data showing that life satisfaction is U-shaped, with a low in middle age Co…

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Ep. 221: Dr. James Hollis — Midlife 1. Discovering What the Gods Are Asking of You in Midlife 56:44

6M ago56:44

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My guest this week is Dr. James Hollis, a therapist and author of many books, including Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: Common struggles one tends to experience in midlife The part of our psyche (soul) that knows us better than we know ourselves The agenda of…

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Ep. 220: Dr. Joel Minden — Therapy 4. How Men Can Get the Most Out of Psychotherapy 41:54

7M ago41:54

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My guest this week is Dr. Joel Minden, a clinical psychologist, therapist, author of Show Your Anxiety Who’s Boss (affiliate link), and frequent guest on the podcast. This conversation focused on men in therapy. Topics we discussed included: The extent to which men tend to be interested in and open to psychotherapy Fears that men might bring to the…

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Ep. 219: Dr. Michelle Drapkin — Therapy 3. How to Overcome Common Barriers to Behavior Change 44:25

7M ago44:25

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My guest this week is Dr. Michelle Drapkin, a clinical psychologist, therapist, and author of an excellent new workbook called The Motivational Interviewing Path to Personal Change: The Essential Workbook for Creating the Life You Want (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: What motivational interviewing (MI) is and why the name is mislead…

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Ep. 218: Dr. Regine Galanti — Therapy 2. How Anxious Parents Can Help Their Anxious Kids 35:51

7M ago35:51

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My guest this week is Dr. Regine Galanti, a licensed psychologist and author of the amazing new book, Parenting Anxious Kids: Understanding Anxiety in Children by Age and Stage (affiliate link). It was Regine’s second time on the podcast and we had another great conversation. Topics we discussed included: Regine’s fantastic new book Less-frequently…

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Ep. 217: Dr. David Tolin — Therapy 1. What Is the Best Way to Treat Hoarding? 47:59

7M ago47:59

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My guest this week is Dr. David Tolin, a clinical psychologist, researcher, author, and expert on effective treatments for many psychological conditions. In this conversation we focused on hoarding disorder, and then segued into a more general discussion about cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other treatment approaches. Topics we discussed in…

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Ep. 216: Nir Eyal — Easy Skills to Help You Overcome Distraction 40:22

8M ago40:22

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My guest this week is Nir Eyal, author of the excellent book Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: The connection between Nir’s first and second books Nir’s own history of distraction and needing the techniques of Indistractable Using psychological principles to create pos…

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Ep. 215: Oren Jay Sofer — How to Find More Peace and Less Suffering in Your Life 44:57

8M ago44:57

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My guest this week is Oren Jay Sofer. Topics we discussed included: Oren’s new book, Your Heart Was Made for This The ways that our minds and hearts are shaped by the world Scarcity Separation Depletion Understanding the roots of suffering and how to relieve suffering Our mistaken belief and wish that consumption will finally provide ultimate fulfi…

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Ep. 214: Dr. Paul Kesselman — Why Healing Is Better Than Curing in Psychotherapy 38:51

9M ago38:51

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My guest this week is Dr. Paul Kesselman, a clinical psychologist in private practice in Devon, Pennsylvania. Topics we discussed included: The difference between healing and curing My own experience of illness and curing vs. healing A therapy scene from the Oscar-winning movie “Good Will Hunting” Validating pain and then pivoting to what is produc…

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Ep. 213: Dr. Steve O'Brien — Helping Anxious Kids Build Resilience Through Empathic Empowering 40:27

9M ago40:27

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My guest this week is Dr. Steve O’Brien, author of the excellent new book, The Essential Guide to Treating Child and Adolescent Anxiety (affiliate link). Topics we discussed included: The ongoing epidemic of anxiety among young people Greater anxiety responses to smaller triggers Falling levels of resilience Overstimulation of kids’ bodies and mind…

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Ep. 212: Rob Bell — The Joy of Discovering That Your Interest and Curiosity Lead to Firdus 50:08

9M ago50:08

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My guest this week is Rob Bell. I was so happy that I got to speak with Rob. I’ve been a fan of his work for quite a while now—I listen to his podcast all the time and have read a few of his books, and I’ve just found his work so helpful. I actually had an opportunity to spend a couple of days at the Rodale Institute where Rob was hosting one of h…

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Ep. 211: Yemado — How to Reduce Stress and Improve Mental Habits Through Mindful Breath and Movement 51:13

10M ago51:13

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My guest this week is Yemado. He’s the director of the Boston School of Boabom, and he’s been teaching Boabom for over 20 years. As you’ll hear, Boabom is a Tibetan system of meditation, relaxation, and self-defense, and this was such an interesting discussion. The topics Yemado and I explored were really familiar ones, and they were also in a whol…

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Ep. 210: Brent Franson — How to Be Kind to Yourself While Making Your Life Better 40:39

10M ago40:39

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My guest this week is Brent Franson, an entrepreneur and founder and CEO of a company called Most Days. I met Brent a while back when he had me on his podcast. I really wanted to talk with him after I listened to an episode of his podcast where he described the things that led him to the work he does now, which is focused on helping people make pos…

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Ep. 209: Dr. Mitch Abblett — More Peace and Less Anxiety by Mastering Each Moment of Your Life 40:17

10M ago40:17

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My guest this week is Dr. Mitch Abblett. Mitch and I talked about how we can move through anxiety and stress by what he calls “owning the moment.” We explored what that means, how to do it, and maybe most important of all, how to remember to do it. The process itself is really simple—we just bring our attention to the present and let things be as t…

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Ep. 208: Drs. Kelly Yanek & Michele Kinderman — More Joy and Less Burnout with the Dual Therapist Model 39:10

10M ago39:10

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My guests this week are Drs. Kelly Yanek and Michel Kinderman. I was truly excited to learn more about their dual therapist model where they see each client together—two therapists with a single client. They described how this approach keeps them interested and engaged at work, and makes them look forward to Monday mornings. I think you’ll find thi…

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Ep. 207: Dr. Jill Stoddard — A Better Way to Overcome Self-Doubt When You Feel Like an Imposter 38:16

11M ago38:16

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My guest this week is psychologist and author Dr. Jill Stoddard, who recently wrote a book called Imposter No More: Overcome Self-Doubt and Imposterism to Cultivate a Successful Career. Jill and I had a great discussion about feeling like an imposter—why it happens, who’s likely to have the experience, and most important, how to deal with those tho…

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Ep. 206: Seth Gillihan — Finding Courage to Move Through Uncertainty and Anxiety 11:32

11M ago11:32

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I’m all alone for this episode. This week I wanted to talk with you about finding the courage you need to take a bold step forward in your life. It could be anything, from continuing your education to changing jobs or starting to date. Anxiety and uncertainty often hold us back when we know we need to make an important change. But they don’t have t…

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Ep. 205: Seth & Joel — The Best and Worst Therapists in Popular Media 52:55

11M ago52:55

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This week I'm continuing my series with Dr. Joel Minden, and we discussed a fun and interesting topic: psychotherapists in popular media, including film, TV, and comic strips. We explored what these depictions get right, the challenges of presenting therapy accurately, and why therapists so often are portrayed as buffoons. Specific topics we touche…

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Ep. 204: Seth & Joel — How to Worry Less So You Can Live More 58:39

11M ago58:39

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This week I'm continuing my series with Dr. Joel Minden, and there's no one I'd rather talk with about how to handle worry. Joel is a true expert on this topic. He offers a compassionate, realistic, and effective set of tools for worrying less so you can redirect your energy toward living well. Specific topics we touched on included: Anxiety vs. wo…

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Ep. 203: Seth & Joel — How Much Can Be Accomplished in One Therapy Session? 46:08

12M ago46:08

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This week I’m continuing my series with Dr. Joel Minden. This time we discussed how much can be accomplished in a single psychotherapy session. Joel and I explored single-session interventions, one-session treatments for phobias, and sudden gains. Topics we touched on included: Goals for the first therapy session The hope that often follows a first…

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Cloud Cuckoo Land 48:12

12M ago48:12

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Send us a Text Message. Join me in search of the elusive and fascinating cuckoo. I am joined by a great group of guests including Sean Keyes from the Currency who discusses the media's influence on policy. Pat Farrell for IIP defends his supposed winged members and David Tilson from Cantor Fitzgerald explains why Leo doesn't need to fear the Lettuc…

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Ep. 202: Seth & Joel — What Gives Psychotherapy the Power to Make Life Better? 49:22

12M ago49:22

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My guest once again this week is Dr. Joel Minden. This time we discussed psychotherapy, drawing on the years that each of us has been a therapist. Good therapy has the power to improve thinking patterns, relationships, habits, and even personality, so we explored the unique aspects of the therapy relationship that facilitate these changes. This con…

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The Agent Chronicles 42:45

12M ago42:45

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Send us a Text Message. Ken MacDonald's illustrious career has shaped the Irish real estate landscape across five decades. Starting with a humble leaflet campaign back in 1967, Ken's journey has seen him play a pivotal role in the emergence of apartment living. Brace yourself for an anecdotal tour through time as Ken unravels the evolution of Irish…

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Ep. 201: Seth & Joel — What If You Don't Need to Fix Yourself? 1:18:38

12M ago1:18:38

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My guest this week is Dr. Joel Minden, a regular on the Think Act Be podcast. This time we switched roles and Joel interviewed me, mostly about my approach to therapy that I describe in my latest book, Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (affiliate link). This conversation is the first in a series of several episodes with Joel, so stay tuned for m…

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Ep. 200: Matt Zemon — How Psychedelics Can Transform the Mind and Improve Well-Being 40:48

1y ago40:48

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My guest this week is Matt Zemon, editor of the excellent new book Psychedelics for Everyone: A Beginner’s Guide to These Powerful Medicines for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, PTSD, and Expanding Consciousness (affiliate link). Matt also contributed several chapters to this book. This conversation is a great introduction to the world of psychedeli…

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The Kitchen Sink (and other cost savings) 1:15:29

1y ago1:15:29

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Send us a Text Message. Paul Mitchell, Director and Co-founder of Mitchell McDermott talks about costs, viability, what is happening in other countries along with MMC and Sprawl. Note: There is now an AI-generated transcript with each new episode. Please excuse any errors. I for one am grateful to our new robot overlords and any errors they make in…

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Ep. 199: Thomas Moore — How Can Emptiness Make Your Life More Fulfilling? 57:54

1y ago57:54

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My guest this week is Thomas Moore, a psychotherapist and author of a new book entitled The Eloquence of Silence: Surprising Wisdom in Tales of Emptiness (affiliate link). I was so pleased to have the opportunity to speak with Thomas, since I’ve appreciated his work for about 25 years, going back to Care of the Soul. Topics we discussed included: T…

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On the Origin of Sprawl 1:15:49

1y ago1:15:49

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Send us a Text Message. UCD Economist and former member of An Bord Snip (and An Bord Snip Nua!) Colm McCarthy on the mistakes we have made and continue to make. Also, why the ECB was incompetent during the bailout and why the Army are still in Rathmines. As always, please send any suggestions for the show to rick@thebuildpodcast.com Some links on t…

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Ep. 198: Dr. Noam Shpancer — Why Are So Many Young People Struggling, and What Can Be Done? 44:15

1y ago44:15

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My guest this week is psychologist Dr. Noam Shpancer, author of the novel The Good Psychologist (affiliate link). We explored the ongoing crisis in mental health among young people, and discussed possible ways to address it. I really enjoyed talking with Noam and hearing his insights and nuanced perspective on these issues.…

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LQUnscripted - Dallas Music Scene 6:07

1y ago6:07

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Live Music Done Texas Style

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LQUnscripted - John Corabi - Acustic Set 🔥 🔥DFW Live Music Scene - July 27, 2023 🎶🎶 3:41

1y ago3:41

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The Dead Daisies welcome back singer John Corabi and add bassist Michael Devin. The ship seems to have been righted once again. After parting ways with frontman John Corabi and bassist Marco Mendoza during the summer of 2019, The Dead Daisies recruited lead vocalist / bassist Glenn Hughes to replace the duo.…

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LQUnscripted Productions- Shannon Larkin /Sully Erna Godsmack- Drum Off - Video Credit: Randy Boyd. 3:43

1y ago3:43

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Godsmack Set includes one of the best Drum off's live at Dos Equis Pavilion. Filmed May 14,2034 #shannonlarkin, #sullyerna, #godsmack #drumoff

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Ep. 197: Dr. Steve Hayes 2 — Deliberately Diving into All That Life Holds 1:21:59

1y ago1:21:59

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My guest this week is Dr. Steve Hayes, one of the most influential psychologists of our time. The first time I had Steve on the podcast back in 2020 we discussed the fundamentals of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This time you’ll see what those ideas look like in action. The second half of our discussion is Steve leading me through a seri…

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