Best Worst Bestsellers Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 244 – Stonewords 1:08:13

3d ago1:08:13

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We were digging through some boxes in our totally not-haunted attic and found Stonewords by Pam Conrad. It seemed like a chill Flashback Summer vibe, so we had our friend KL join us to discuss it. Be careful not to play this episode around your secret ghost friend–they might get jealous! Readers advisory: Here. Footnotes: Pam Conrad’s obituary. Com…

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The Art of Gray Rocking: Navigating Interactions with Difficult People 23:34

23h ago23:34

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In this episode, Lisa and Misty review the Gray Rock method for navigating interactions with difficult people, based on this article from the New York Times. If you'd like to listen to the Bruce Bryans book reviews we mention, you can find those here: Texts So Good He Can't Ignore: Sassy Texting Secrets for Attracting High-Quality Men (and Keeping …

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365 The Hidden Power of Games, Their Impact on Us, and Why They Matter with Kelly Clancy, Neuroscientist and Author of “Playing With Reality” 1:07:36

3d ago1:07:36

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we engage in a captivating discussion with neuroscientist and author, Kelly Clancy. We explore the profound impact of games on human behavior and society, highlighting their dual nature as both trivial pastimes and cognitive tools. Kelly delves into how games shape intelligence, social…

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Closing Time: The Dos and Don'ts of Email Sign-Offs 13:42

8d ago13:42

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In this episode, Lisa and Misty discuss email signature and sign-offs: the good, the bad, and the truly savage (according to survey respondents). Check out the article Lisa shares from The Muse, Bored Panda’s crowdsourced suggestions, or this blog post from Omnisend that has links to the studies we referenced. Cheers! If you'd like to help shape th…

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364 Building a Lean, Mean AI Machine: The Future of Business Conversations with Krish Ramineni, CEO of Fireflies.AI 1:07:07

11d ago1:07:07

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On this episode of the Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have a conversation with Krish Ramineni, co-founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai. We explore the transformative impact of AI on business operations, focusing on Fireflies.ai’s journey from a Bay Area startup to a leader in AI-driven transcription and conversation analysis. Krish Rami…

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Self-Help vs. Therapy: When to Work With a Professional + How to Spot Toxic Self-Help 19:54

14d ago19:54

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On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Lisa shares an article from Forbes where a psychologist analyzes self-help vs. therapy, as well as how to spot and avoid toxic self-help. If you want to learn more about the author, the studies mentioned, or to read the article, you can do so here. If you'd like to help shape the future of GHY, please fill out o…

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Episode 243 – No Coins Please 1:13:49

18d ago1:13:49

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Flashback summer, eh? Ann Foster of Vulgar History joined us to read No Coins, Please, an early work by the venerable Canadian author Gordon Korman. Listen to this episode while driving cross-country with a van full of chaotic tweens! Readers advisory: Here. Footnotes: About Gordon Korman Coming up next: Stonewords by Pam Conrad.…

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363 Championing Change from Within with Congressional Candidate Tim Alexander 1:45:17

17d ago1:45:17

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we interview a seasoned law enforcement officer and congressional candidate, Tim Alexander. Tim Alexander shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to a distinguished career in law enforcement, driven by a pivotal encounter with police misconduct and his grandfather’s w…

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The Paradox of Productivity 28:06

22d ago28:06

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On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Misty and Lisa discuss the paradox of productivity -- how being productive can actually make you more overwhelmed, and the ways to keep productivity culture (and toxic productivity) in check. Other episodes mentioned: How to Fight Internalized Capitalism to Increase Your Self-Worth Four Thousand Weeks: Time Mana…

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362 The Hero’s Journey: How To Make Your Customers The Heroes Of Their Own Transformational Journeys | Category Pirates 41:19

25d ago41:19

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we delve into the revolutionary concept of the experience economy. Coined by Joe Pine and James Gilmore in the late 1990s, the experience economy has transformed how businesses engage with customers. This episode will break down the key insights from our conversation, offering actionab…

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Optimism as a Purposeful Act with Bill Burke 46:31

27d ago46:31

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On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Lisa and Misty are joined by special guest Bill Burke, founder of The Optimism Institute. This conversation covers all things optimism, including the relationship between dissatisfaction and optimism, how optimism contributes to personal resilience, and how (and why) to cultivate optimism as a purposeful act. Ab…

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018: Exploring Historical Fiction and Reader Insights with Maria Sorentino 29:21

30d ago29:21

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by my mom, Maria, to discuss our favorite books and reading habits. Maria shares her love for historical fiction, especially period dramas and World War narratives, and provides insights into how she selects her books, often influenced by covers and word of mouth. The discussion also touches on the accuracy …

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Episode 242 – The Discovery

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It’s Morphin’ Time! We’re kicking off Flashback Summer Animal Style. We returned to the world of the Animorphs by reading the three books in the iconic David Saga–The Discovery (#20), The Threat (#21) and The Solution (#22), all by K.A. Applegate. We were joined by Moniquill Blackgoose, author of To Shape a Dragon’s Breath. Listen to this episode w…

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361 A Tribute to Bill Walton

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, I would like to share with you a very special tribute to a man who’s not only a legend in the world of basketball but also a cherished friend of mine—Bill Walton. Join me as we take a walk down memory lane, revisiting the first time Bill graced my podcast with his presence and the inde…

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Energy Balancing Yoga Nidra Meditation with Nadine Dalati 25:18

1M ago25:18

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On this special episode of Go Help Yourself, friend of the podcast Nadine Dalati guides listeners through a soothing Yoga Nidra meditation. Yoga Nidra is a relaxation technique that combines guided mental imagery with the yoga pose "corpse pose" (Shavasana) while lying on your back. The goal is to achieve a deep state of relaxation that's different…

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017: Behind the Scenes with Bestselling Author with Fiona Davis 35:48

1M ago35:48

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis. Known for her historical fiction novels set in iconic New York City buildings, Fiona delves into her latest book, 'The Spectacular,' set at Radio City Music Hall in the 1950s. We discuss the research and inspiration behind her stories, including interviews wi…

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360 2024 Is 1939 (Again) In America 31:31

1M ago31:31

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, the conversation takes a deep dive into the complex and sensitive situation in Gaza, Palestine, Israel, and the broader Middle East, and how our perception here in America is being warped by misinformation from different sides. You’re listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Diff…

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How to Help a Friend After Divorce 17:26

1M ago17:26

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This week on Go Help Yourself, Misty shares a guide from the New York Times's "Well" newsletter about how to support a friend going through a divorce. The article was written by Jancee Dunn and can be found here. Sign up for our newsletter at gohelpyourself.co Get in touch with us: gohelpyourselfpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on instagram at gohelpyou…

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016: From the Law to Storytelling Through Writing Thrillers with Bill Myers 32:22

1M ago32:22

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by Bill Williams, a lawyer and author, about his unique approach to balancing his law career with his passion for writing. Bill shares his daily routine, including how ideas come to him during walks with his new puppy and how he utilizes emails and voice notes to capture these thoughts. He discusses the impo…

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Episode 241 – Open Book 1:34:21

2M ago1:34:21

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We continue Celebrity Memoir May with another wronged woman of the early 00s, Ms. Jessica Simpson. Annie Cardi, author of Red, joined us in righteous indignation on behalf of our favorite former Newlywed after reading her memoir Open Book. Listen to this episode while practicing your Dukes of Hazzard-style stunt driving. Content warnings: Child sex…

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359 Life Is In The Transitions with NY Times Bestselling Author Bruce Feiler 1:25:48

2M ago1:25:48

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Here at Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we’ve had the privilege of engaging in conversations that transcend the ordinary, delving into the depths of what truly makes us tick. On this episode, we sat down with Bruce Feiler, an acclaimed New York Times best-selling author, to explore his work, “Life Is in the Transitions.” Bruce Feiler i…

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How to Build Friendships IRL 15:25

2M ago15:25

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On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Lisa shares a recent newsletter with Misty from Nedra Glover Tawwab, author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace. In it, Nedra talks about making friendships IRL (that’s “in real life” for anyone wondering) and how that can be impacted by social media. If you’d like to subscribe to Nedra’s newsletter for free, you can …

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358 Unlocking Revenue: AI’s Predictive Power in Business with Clari CEO Andy Byrne 52:29

2M ago52:29

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Welcome to a special episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, where we dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and business growth. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with a visionary in the realm of AI and revenue generation, Andy Byrne. Andy Byrne is the visionary CEO of Clari, a leading revenue operati…

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Are Your New Favorite Books Being Made Invisible? 11:45

2M ago11:45

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On this episode of Go Help Yourself, Lisa and Misty discuss some problems in the publishing industry that may be inadvertently making your new favorite book or author invisible. This episode is based on, and shares, an article from the Anti-Racism Daily newsletter by Jami Nakamura Lin. Black-owned publishing companies https://aalbc.com/books/black_…

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015: Self-Expression and Self-Publishing: A Conversation with Author Rachel L. Ertassi 43:19

2M ago43:19

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by Rachel L. Ertassi, a first-time author from Sacramento, who discusses her debut novel that explores the impact of a new serial murderer on the city of Sacramento from multiple perspectives. One of the characters, living with Type 1 Diabetes, is inspired by Rachel’s own experiences as she has been living w…

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Episode 240 – Troublemaker 1:38:30

2M ago1:38:30

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Unlike Scientology, Celebrity Memoir May is inescapable. Known Suppressive Person, librarian, and author Angie Manfredi (@MissKubelik) joined us to discuss Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology by Leah Remini. Join us as we swear oaths of fealty to the Queen of Queens! Content warning: Verbal abuse, icky parenting, escaping a cult. Read…

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357 Crowning Achievements: Shante & Lauren’s Trailblazing Journey in Wig Rental Category Design with Shante Frazier and Lauren Mitchell of WellCapped 1:06:28

2M ago1:06:28

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On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable entrepreneurs, Shante Frazier and Lauren Mitchell, the co-founders of WellCapped. In our conversation, we delved into the origins of their groundbreaking service, the hurdles they’ve overcome, and their ambitious vision for the f…

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014: Navigating Book Development and Design with Linda Secondari 35:13

2M ago35:13

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by Linda Secondari, the principal and creative director of Studiolo Secondari, a New York-based design firm specializing in book development and digital communications. With over 25 years of experience, including a significant tenure as the creative director at Oxford University Press, Linda shares insights …

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013: The Story Behind 'Getting Thru: The Worst Possible Thing' with Jim Williams 51:04

2M ago51:04

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In this chapter of Open Book, I’m joined by Jim Williams, who discusses his book 'Getting Thru: The Worst Possible Thing', inspired by his son Kyle's battle with neuroblastoma. Jim shares the devastating journey of his son’s diagnosis, subsequent fight with cancer, and the profound lessons of strength, resilience, and hope learned through Kyle's jo…

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Episode 239 – Ice Planet Barbarians 1:17:51

2M ago1:17:51

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Horny dragons were fun, but we’ve moved on. Onto another planet, actually. Lily Sparks, author of The Merciless King of Moore High, joined us to discuss Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon. Upload this episode directly to your alien translator earpiece to listen to it in any language! Content warning: Dubious consent and mentions of sexual assault.…

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