Best Squiggly Lives Podcasts (2024)

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#42 - Why High-Achieving Women Are Choosing Discomfort - Angie Parker 1:11:56

14h ago1:11:56

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Send us a text Angie is a transformation expert in the startup world, serving as Chief of Staff to multiple founders and executives while supporting veteran entrepreneurs. With 15 years of experience spanning military service and startup operations, plus a recent business degree from the University of Washington, she has mastered the art of "going …

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Pivoting Your Creative Practices with Andrew Sherman 1:01:50

16d ago1:01:50

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"I still have lots of goals." - Andrew Sherman Failure or redirection? Inside joke or opportunity? How can you reframe your creative experiences to ensure personal success? The life of a creative professional is full of bumps in the road, but in this episode, Emmeline sits down with photographer, videographer, and podcast host Andrew Sherman to tal…

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#41 - Sam Yarborough - The Squiggly Line to Success: Why It's Okay to Not Have It All Figured Out 57:03

21d ago57:03

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Send us a text Sam Yarborough is a innovator in the partnerships sector, serving as the Chief Growth Officer at Invisory. With over a decade of experience and a background in graphic design, she has navigated a unique career path while maintaining a strong focus on family and personal growth. In this insightful episode, Sam shares her journey of ba…

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Making the Music Industry Fun with Low Key Colors 57:18

1M ago57:18

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"If you're not having a good time, what's the point?" SEO, social media presence, streaming numbers: these are all things in which musicians can become ensnared and with which musicians can become disenchanted if we let ourselves. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Christían Thrailkill and Christian Nguyen of Dallas-based, optimistic rock ban…

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#40 - Deiaa AlOthman - Balancing Ambition and Family: Lessons from the First Female COO in Kuwait's Banking Sector 48:07

1M ago48:07

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Send us a text Deiaa AlOthman is a trailblazer in Kuwait's banking sector, serving as the first female Chief Operating Officer at Mashreq Bank Kuwait. With 25 years of experience and a Harvard Business School education, she's shattered glass ceilings while maintaining a strong family focus. In this inspiring episode, Deiaa shares her journey of bal…

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Developing an Open Mind and Healthy Work Ethic with Joe Phillips 1:07:16

1M ago1:07:16

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"Say yes before you're ready--then figure it out." - Joe Phillips How do you get ahead in the entertainment industry? How can you build a lasting, meaningful career as a creative? As a musician, how can you find a sound that's unique to YOU? In this episode, Emmeline sits down with touring artist, producer, pianist, and teacher Joe Phillips to answ…

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Building a Creative Community with Janna Wilson 51:18

1M ago51:18

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"We are all borne from love." - Janna Wilson We all know that creativity can be an essential processing tool in the toolbox for trauma survivors. But creation comes in all shapes and sizes! In this episode, founder of The Love Mic and multi-passionate creative Janna Wilson talks about how she has used her need for an outlet and accountability to bu…

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Using Your Art as a Public Service with Michael Clay 1:08:35

2M ago1:08:35

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"It's not about you all the time; it's about reading an audience." Your art isn't just something you do for fun; it's your legacy. The things we create are the things we give back to society. If we're musicians, our music has the power to inspire others. If we're entertainers, our work has the power to uplift, unite, and energize an audience. If th…

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Creatively Making Your Arts Education Work for You with Amy Curnow & Marc Solomon 1:37:11

2M ago1:37:11

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Journey of an Artist kicks off our brand new season with our first ever LIVE recording and audience! Do you ever feel like your education didn't quite prepare you for the creative life you want to lead? Maybe you feel like you're being called in a different direction than you initially planned. If so, musicians Marc Solomon and Amy Curnow have some…

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#39 - Flourish As A Woman - A New Focus For Season 2 16:07

3M ago16:07

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Send us a text As women, we're living in a time of unprecedented opportunities and choices. We have the power to shape our careers, relationships, and personal lives in ways previous generations couldn't imagine. But with these opportunities come overwhelming questions and pressures. How do we build truly fulfilling careers? What makes a relationsh…

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Using Adversity to Fuel Your Creativity with Sheppard 36:23

5M ago36:23

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"We always want to leave people feeling hopeful." How do you stay passionate and persistent in the face of hardship? How do you keep from feeling discouraged when the universe seems to be throwing obstacle after obstacle in your path? How do you hold onto positivity when negativity seems to be everywhere? Australian natives Sheppard might have the …

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#38 - Thomas Walker-Werth - A Rational Approach to Living Your Best Life 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

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Send us a text Thomas Walker-Werth is associate editor at The Objective Standard and a fellow at both Objective Standard Institute and Foundation for Economic Education. He is currently writing his first full-length book, Reason for Living: A Rational, Fact-Based Approach to Living Your Best Life. Substack: https://reasonforliving.substack.com/ Rea…

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#37 - Alex Hernandez - The Secret Dark World Of Music Festivals (And How He Made It Out) 1:24:59

7M ago1:24:59

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Send us a text Alex Hernandez used to run music festivals. Now he builds and operates events for businesses. Today he tells his story, shares the darkness he found inside of the world of music festivals, and explains how he got out. This is an episode you don't want to missBy Micaela Richmond

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#36 - Shanif Dhanani - AI Expert On Everything You Should Know About A.I. Today 55:50

7M ago55:50

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Send us a text Shanif Dhanani is a ChatGPT consultant with a background in software development and data science. He helps businesses understand and build systems that connect their internal and proprietary systems to ChatGPT, enabling internal employees, customers, and other stakeholders to reap the benefits of using large language models on their…

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Using Your Voice to Honor Your Heroes with Lisa Nobumoto 1:16:20

8M ago1:16:20

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"I'm just so grateful." That's what legendary jazz vocalist Lisa Nobumoto says over and over to Emmeline in this episode as she talks about her life as a touring vocalist, her time with masters like Teddy Edwards, and the creation of her nonprofit organization, The Jazz Masters Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses her brand new album, A Tribute …

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Creating a Concept Album with John Flinchbaugh 1:13:06

8M ago1:13:06

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Songwriters are storytellers. We're emotional photographers who capture the essence of a feeling in a multi-dimensional combination of words and music. We take a clever turn of phrase and pair it with an irresistible melody to create a memory--but what happens when one snapshot isn't enough? Enter the concept album. In this episode, Emmeline sits d…

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Creating Exciting Events and Spaces that Celebrate Art with Simon Pruitt 56:41

9M ago56:41

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Being productive as a creative isn't about being perfect or being perfectly in control; it's about taking action. In this first episode of 2024, Emmeline sits down with Simon Pruitt--a 20-year-old writer, venue manager, and live music event curator--to talk about the value of starting before you're ready. The Founder of OTO Experience, Simon booked…

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Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist with Carly Carroll 1:05:58

9M ago1:05:58

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When do you take the leap out of your comfort zone to invest in yourself? When do you give yourself permission to sound like you, and not like the people you've admired? What is the process by which your differences become your strengths? In this episode, Emmeline tackles these questions and more with singer-songwriter and voice coach Carly Carroll…

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In Bloom Trailer 0:28

11M ago0:28

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Send us a text Flourish as a woman. Join me each week.By Ela Richmond

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Creating Whatever Your Heart Desires with Matthew Broyles of The Matthew Show 1:01:32

1y ago1:01:32

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"There's only going to be a certain portion in any given room of people who are broadcasting on the frequency I'm broadcasting on." - Matthew Broyles How important is a niche in the creative arts? What should you do if you're inspired to create something outside your comfort zone or your normal area of operations? Matthew Broyles says, "Go for it!"…

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#35: An Honest Conversation About Love and Relationships with Silas Mahner 1:28:08

1y ago1:28:08

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Send us a text On today's episode, Silas Mahner comes on the podcast again to share his thoughts on love, relationships, dating, and marriage.By Micaela Richmond

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Persistence in Publication and Having Fun Creatively with Adam D. Jones 1:17:09

1y ago1:17:09

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"Clarity is important." Do you feel like there is a story inside of you that desperately needs to be told? Have you always wanted to publish a book, but felt discouraged by the difficulties of the publishing industry? In this episode, Emmeline sits down with independent author and anthologist Adam D. Jones to talk about developing one's creative ca…

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Writing Your Own Creative Journey with Amy Andrews 1:01:35

1+ y ago1:01:35

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"It is my responsibility to be in control of the narrative of my own life." Calling all women in entertainment! We all need the reminder that we're not alone in the messiness and imperfections of our creative pursuits. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with writer, dramaturg, and librettist Amy Andrews for a heartfelt, honest, candid interview ab…

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#34 Unlock Your Potential - How to Love What You Do 33:19

1+ y ago33:19

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Send us a text In today's episode, I share how I got my dream job in the tech startup world without a college degree. I've broken the essential parts of my journey into a 5-step process and hope you find it helpful in the pursuit of your goals. A few questions to figure out what you might be passionate about: What did you like when you were a kid b…

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Building a Creative Nonprofit with Jacob Niemeier 55:18

2y ago55:18

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"I just felt this itch..." Jacob Niemeier had a great, stable life. He had a job in his field that earned him a comfortable wage, a satisfying living situation, and lots of friends with whom he could hang out on the weekends. Deep down, though, something was calling him to do more. To do something scary. To take a risk. Jacob was positive that God …

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Making Music Professionally with Brad Thompson 1:04:10

2y ago1:04:10

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How do you make a living doing what you love in the creative arts? Can music really make full-time money? Brad Thompson has the answer. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with professional musician Brad Thompson of Brad Thompson and the Undulating Band to talk about their reunion show on January 12th, 2023 at The Bartonville Store, how life impact…

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#33 - 3 Lessons I Wish Someone Taught Me Sooner 17:07

2y ago17:07

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Send us a text Today's episode is the solo episode I WISH I had had before I started working. When I began, I didn't understand different work environments, I didn't know how to maximize my experience, and I didn't know what it meant to have a great attitude in any circumstance. I've learned all of these lessons the hard way. I hope you get a lot f…

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#32 Jackson Upmann - What Does It Mean To Be Satisfied 1:41:51

2y ago1:41:51

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Send us a text Today I welcomed onto the podcast Jackson Upman. Jackson is a friend, a fellow praxian, and a deep thinker. He and I tackle the question, "What does it mean to be satisfied?" Mentioned during the episode: Rich Dad Poor Dad Arthur Brooks and Peter Attia Interview Second Mountain by Arthur Brooks Mastery — Robert Greene Jackson works f…

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#31 Betty Murray - How to Take Control of Your Health and the Modern Healthcare System 1:17:32

2y ago1:17:32

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Send us a text On today’s episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Betty Murray. She’s a Certified Nutritionist and Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP) (actually one of the first 300 certified functional medicine practitioners with the IFM — the functional medicine board). She has a Master of Science in Human Nutritio…

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#30 Dr. Judy Magalhaes - A Story of Functional Healing 1:06:08

2y ago1:06:08

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Send us a text On today's episode, we have on Dr. Judy Magalhaes. She is a functional medicine practitioner and lifestyle coach with a background in pharmacy, and hospital care. Today she comes on to share the experiences that led her to move from hospital healthcare to functional healthcare. Find her: Website: https://www.drjudym.com/ LinkedIn…

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#29 Ward Richmond - Success Isn't Luck - What It Takes To Succeed (5 Step Formula) 1:31:50

2y ago1:31:50

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Send us a text On today's episode, I had on Ward Richmond. He is an executive Vice President and shareholder at Colliers International with an unconventional backstory. After attending Brown University, he toured the world with his band. Then, he decided to go into Real Estate. At each stage of his life, he achieved the things he set out to achieve…

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Creatively Addressing Mental Health Problems with Lauren O'Connor 1:00:20

2y ago1:00:20

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"People really just need to be heard." - Lauren O'Connor. It's been a rough few years for mental health. The pandemic, the fear, the feelings of isolation, the political unrest--all of these have contributed to what sometimes feels like a Herculean fight. But if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, or struggling to find purpose…

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Using Creativity to Navigate Grief with Angela & Tony Mendoza 1:14:53

2y ago1:14:53

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"Lord, thank you for taking me through this journey. Grant me strength as I go through each day. Grant me a cheerful spirit and give me courage to do whatever needs to be done." - Angela Mendoza. Tony Mendoza was a CFO. His wife, Angela, was an accountant. They were, by self definition, not "creative" people. Yet they created a beautiful life toget…

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#28 - Christian Young - Art and the Discipline of Committing to a Craft 1:25:40

2y ago1:25:40

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Send us a text On today's episode we have on Christian Young. He's a digital art hobbyist who recently committed to a year-long challenge of posting his art daily. At around 250 days, his accounts started gaining a following, and now he's doing his art for himself and the hundreds of thousands of people that love his work. We talk about: The discip…

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Finding Immortality in Art with Diane Miles & Johnice Ingram Parker 55:46

2y ago55:46

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"We live in hope." Have you ever wondered how you can contribute to the arts if you don't feel like a traditional creative? Can you still make an impact if you're not the one drawing, or painting, or making music? Dr. Diane Miles says yes. In this episode, Emmeline sits down with arts advocate Dr. Diane Miles to discuss her career in education, her…

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#27 Rachel B Lee - How To Know Your Value 52:04

2y ago52:04

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Send us a text On today's episode, Rachel B Lee Co-Owner and CMO of Stand Out Authority, came onto the podcast to talk about entrepreneurship and personal brands. She began in the corporate world, working for companies like Microsoft and Gartner, but decided to make a major change and become an entrepreneur. We talk about that, her views on purpose…

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Being a Creative Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur with Joseph Fisher-Schramm 57:41

2y ago57:41

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"Authenticity is key." What do you do when you have so much creative energy that you can't possibly focus on just one project at a time? How do you balance all of your passion with your desire to stay sane? Joseph Fisher-Schramm knows. Joseph is a musician, a producer, an arranger, and the CEO and founder of the independent record label, A Study in…

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#26 James Ellias Part 2 - How To Teach Yourself Any New Subject 1:33:56

2y ago1:33:56

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Send us a text James Ellias is a physicist, a college professor, an objectivist philosopher, and a YouTuber. Today we talk about his journey into physics, how he taught himself both physics and philosophy, how he became a researcher outside of academia, and how others can do the same. Watch James' youtube lessons here. Resources mentioned: Ayn Rand…

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#25 James Ellias Part 1 - A New Approach To Learning Anything 1:20:55

2y ago1:20:55

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Send us a text James Ellias is a physicist, a college professor, an objectivist philosopher, and a YouTuber. Today we explore the scientific method, proofs, what it takes to actually know something, and why no one is really bad at science. James has taken his love for philosophy and physics, and has begun to introduce a new approach to the scientif…

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#24 - Kiyah - How Data Is Misused and Manipulated (and how to see through it) 1:34:28

2y ago1:34:28

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Send us a text On today's episode I have on Kiyah to talk about data. She's a data analyst and graduate from MIT. When I met Kiyah, she mentioned that she sees people misuse and manipulate data all of the time. I wanted to learn what that meant to manipulate data and be manipulated by it. She explains the purpose of data, how people manipulate data…

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Building a Creative Practice of Dedication with The Piano Keys 57:47

2y ago57:47

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"How you do anything is how you do everything." Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Did you start learning? Did you immediately start to wonder why playing an instrument is so hard? This is your episode! In this episode of Journey of an Artist, Emmeline sits down with YouTube star and fellow pianist, Marina from The Piano Keys, to talk abo…

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#23 - Gary Richied - Wars, Lies, and Fake History 2:54:40

2+ y ago2:54:40

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Send us a text Gary Richied is the author of A Twisted History of The United States, an innovative and eye-opening trek through America's history. He was a professor at Loyola University-Chicago and taught American and European History at the High School level. He is also a published author in the fields of history, economics, theology, philosophy …

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#22 - Mitko Karshovski - How To Think Like An Entreprenuer and Design Your Life 1:23:27

2+ y ago1:23:27

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Send us a text On today's episode I had the pleasure of talking with Mitko Karshovski. Mitko is an entrepreneur, a fellow podcaster, and a world traveler with a passion for life. Today he came onto the podcast to share what he's learned as an entreprenuer. Topics covered: A case study for aspiring freelancers A framework that's helpful for choosing…

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#21 - Aaron Richmond - What is Blockchain and Why Should You Care 2:21:26

2+ y ago2:21:26

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Send us a text On today's episode we dive into Blockchain and why you should care about it. I imagine you've heard of "blockchain." But do you actually understand how it works, and why it's important? Today's guest, Aaron Richmond, is a technical wiz. He's been learning about the tech, the economics, and the philosophy behind this new technology an…

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#20 - Isaac Morehouse - How tech startups work 1:02:08

2+ y ago1:02:08

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Send us a text This is an episode from my podcast Starting SaaS. It's all about starting in the tech industry - what it takes, how to think about it, creating mental models, how things work together, how people got started in the industry, and how individual roles function. That podcast was my attempt to fast-track my growth and understanding of th…

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Maurice Caron on social work, creativity, travel, trust vs. control and flow 1:09:34

2+ y ago1:09:34

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Listen on Spotify | Listen on Apple About this episode This week we delve into deep conversation with Maurice Caron. Maurice is a social worker, musician, new author, globe trotter and father. We chat about his life path and along the way cover topics such as the creative process, living off-grid, focusing on the good and perfectionism vs. failure.…

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#19 - Joel Bein - Learning to Believe in Yourself 1:01:42

2+ y ago1:01:42

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Send us a text Joel Bein is a writer, a professional musician, the author of the Daily Job Hunt Newsletter, head of growth at CareerHackers, an author, and more. Joel cares about personal freedom and is incredibly intentional. Today we talked about believing in yourself, getting past the things that hold you back, and committing to small steps as a…

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Tuba Ahmed on therapy, mental health, careers, community and connection 56:41

2+ y ago56:41

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Listen on Spotify | Listen on Apple About this episode This week we chat with psychological well-being practitioner and CBT therapist Tuba Ahmed. We talk at length about the benefits of talk therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as really delving into the practical methods that can help relieve mental suffering. Tuba talks about h…

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#18 - Demetri Kofinas - Beware of these HIDDEN FORCES Influencing Your Life 1:18:01

2+ y ago1:18:01

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Send us a text Demetri Kofinas is a media entrepreneur and the host of the Hidden Forces Podcast. This episode is one of my favorites because of how sincere it is. We talked about the concept of truth in a world that's overloaded with information. Life is ultimately a question posed to each individual, and how you live your life becomes your answer…

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Sophie Maliphant on travel, creativity, social justice and female empowerment 1:11:56

2+ y ago1:11:56

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Listen on Spotify | Listen on Apple About this episode In this episode we chat with Sophie Maliphant. Sophie is a freelance graphic designer focused on supporting small businesses and social causes. She is the founder of The Country that Shook, a non-profit initiative that seeks to support and empower Nepali woman. The initiative grew out of a chil…

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