Guaranteed Good Moods! Ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally, this show blends laughter and positivity with strategies for living your happiest life. Join host Matt O’Neill, one of the world’s foremost experts in positive psychology, as he interviews leading authorities on maintaining good moods. This isn't about superficial happiness; you’ll learn techniques to stay positive even when life gets tough. Enjoy heartfelt discussions and strategies for tackling our most challenging emotions. ...
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Host Soraya Diase Coffelt is a lawyer, former judge, entrepreneur, children's author, wife and mother, who has a passionate desire to encourage and inspire you by sharing true stories of hope that involve people in a wide variety of circumstances. Today, we are too often inundated with stories that negatively impact us, hindering the hope that we have for successful futures - for ourselves and our children. Unfortunately, this also adversely affects our everyday lives, as we strive to build ...
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Going deep with the world’s best to deconstruct achieving peak paddle performance
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Graham Hunter one-on-one with the biggest names in football. Premier League stars, Champions League winning managers, World Cup winners. There are over 100 interviews here and if you're serious about soccer, you have to listen to the Big Interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Eckhart Tolle’s Wisdom: My Transformative Weekend with the Spiritual Teacher
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Eckhart Tolle is one of the most influential spiritual teachers alive today. Matt O’Neill spent a weekend with him and discovered the two steps to spiritual enlightenment. Discover how to shift your manifestation mindset and consciously create the life you want. Matt shares Eckhart's profound insights on awakening your true self and taking back the…
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Ep. #180 - Author, Speaker and Coach Nick Hutchinson Seeks to Help You Implement What You Read to Improve Your Life
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My guest Nick Hutchinson is an author, speaker, one-on-one coach, and a podcast host all at the age of 30. Nick has been the visionary force behind the company Book Thinkers, a growing 7-figure marketing agency that helps to bridge the worlds of authors and readers. His platform reaches over 1,000,000 people each month. A voracious reader himself, …
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The Power of Positivity: Essential Strategies to Love Your Life with Dr. Elia Gourgouris
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Do you want to feel happier, even while facing challenges? In this episode, Matt O’Neill sits down with world-renowned happiness expert Dr. Elia Gourgouris who shares research-backed strategies for cultivating more joy even when facing adversity. From increasing self-care and gratitude to identifying your challenge-response style and eliminating to…
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Ep. #179 - Financial Planner Chad Holmes Wants to Help You Maximize Your Family Legacy with Proven Strategies
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My guest Chad Holmes is a certified financial planner as well as a CPA, certified private wealth advisor, and a chartered retirement planning specialist. With over a decade of experience in finance and accounting, Chad’s passion and expertise has developed into assisting families to maximize their family legacies and take advantage of many tax savi…
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The Rebel's Guide to Happiness with Rebel Joe Barnes
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Have you ever not gotten along with your boss? Do you sometimes not get along with authority or have trouble doing what other people tell you to do? Have you found yourself kind of not feeling like you fit in with the conforming society? You might just be a rebel – and that’s not a bad thing. Every single one of us has some rebel tendencies inside.…
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Ep. #178 - Rand Selig Successful Entrepreneur and Author Rand Selig Shares How We Can Thrive Daily Through Being the Author of Own Story
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Rand Selig has been a very successful entrepreneur who established and managed a prominent investment banking firm. With an MBA from Stanford, he has not only been an accomplished professional, but has also been married for 43 years, has 2 children and 3 grandchildren, and has volunteered relentlessly. With his breadth of personal and professional …
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BITESIZE | Michael O’Neill: Northern Ireland’s Spirit of Success
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Today’s story comes from Michael O’Neill, who describes how he kindled the team spirit in his Northern Ireland squad. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham …
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Craig Gordon from season two. This was a fascinating discussion about Craig’s remarkable campaign at Celtic, during which he proved he could play out from the back – even at the Camp Nou. We also talked about the devastating injury which kept the Scotland No1 out of the game for two years. Craig revea…
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Seeing the Glass Half-Full with Optimist Bill Burke
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Is your glass half full or half empty? Today, we're talking about the power of optimism and positivity. Why should we be optimistic, and isn't just being optimistic and positive all the time ignoring all the problems that are out in the world? Well, we've got some very important information today about why being optimistic and how you look at your …
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Ep. #177 - Dr. Brad Miller Shares His Struggles and Triumphs Using Comedy Therapy for Cancer and Other Health Challenges
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Dr. Brad Miller likes to be known as “The Adversity Doctor” linking comedy with cancer therapy. He is not a medical doctor but had a career of over 43 years as a pastor and obtained his doctoral degree in ministry. After retiring, he was diagnosed with cancer. He said that he laughed to keep from crying after he heard the diagnosis. Dr. Miller has …
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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes his favourite Iron Maiden gig – when the England, Ipswich and Rangers legend actually performed on stage with the heavy rockers. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…
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BITESIZE | Joe Jordan: The genius that was Jimmy Johnstone
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Today’s story comes from Joe Jordan, who reminisces about the sheer genius of Celtic legend Jimmy Johnstone. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Host…
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Peter Crouch from season two. Peter was a footballer who played with an accomplished technical ability and a sense of fun which made him a joy to watch. He was so much more than a good touch for a big man. In this Big Interview we discover learning the game using the Coerver Method, some of his best s…
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What’s more important, time or money? If you have a lot of time, but not a lot of money, you may say that money is more important. On the other hand, you can always make more money, but once you spend your time, you can never get it back. In this episode, Matt talks with time-optimization expert David Buck about some game-changing strategies for ta…
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Ep. #176 - Matt O’Neill Entrepreneur Matt O’Neill Shares His Mission to Spread the Importance of Good Moods in Our Lives
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My guest Matt O’Neill is on a mission to spread the knowledge of the importance of good moods. Yes – that’s correct! Do you know how impactful a good mood can be to your life? Matt faced many challenges when he was growing up, from a father’s absence to limited financial resources. He is a husband and father of four who has established and managed …
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BITESIZE | Peter Beardsley: Tino Asprilla, Newcastle’s Madcap Genius
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Today’s story comes from Peter Beardsley, who expresses his love for Tino Asprilla, an extraordinary footballer and one of the funniest and most eccentric men ever to have played the game. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic B…
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BITESIZE | Jody Morris: My beloved Chelsea undervalued me
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Today’s story comes from Jody Morris, who describes his protracted exit from his boyhood heroes Chelsea. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Jody Morris Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Jody Morris Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted…
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Classic Big Interview: Chris Sutton Part Two
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Here’s another chance to hear part two of my interview with Chris Sutton from season two. Chris had the pick of every top team in England in 1994, but it was upwardly mobile Blackburn that took him from Norwich for a British record transfer fee of £5 million. Paired with Alan Shearer in the famous SAS partnership, Chris helped Rovers win the 1994/9…
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Classic Big Interview: Chris Sutton Part One
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Chris Sutton from season two. Chris uses the word ‘character’ a lot and explains how his was forged – from an initial rejection from Norwich City to his dad’s boot camp approach to physical fitness to an uncompromising youth team coach at Carrow Road. Also in part one: Sri Lankan cricketer Ravi Pushpa…
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Choosing Joy in Times of Stress with Dr. Laurel Mellin
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Stressful times can steal our joy if we let them. But you can choose joy during times of stress if you know the techniques. In this episode, Dr. Lauren Mellin explains her method for choosing joy called Emotional Brain Training. It is more effective for long-term happiness than just “thinking positive.” Lauren shares powerful techniques for overcom…
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Ep. #175 - Leadership Coach and Author Ilene Marcus Shares How You Can Effectively Manage Annoying People
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Ilene Marcus is a leadership coach, author, and keynote speaker. Ilene has over 30 years of leadership experience in diverse industries. She especially enjoys mentoring entrepreneurs to start and scale businesses. She also enjoys working with teams. The title of her book is How to Manage Annoying People – 7 Proven Tactics to Maximize Team Performan…
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BITESIZE | Terry Butcher: Sir Bobby was not to be trifled with
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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes trying to keep a straight face when Bobby Robson was scolding him, while Gazza was making funny faces at him in the background. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
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BITESIZE | Charlie Nicholas: Danny McGrain, Man and Legend
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Today’s story comes from Charlie Nicholas, who relates how his Celtic hero Danny McGrain used to pick him up in the mornings – to the amazement of his pals. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part Two - The Big …
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Classic Big Interview: Mark Noble Part Two
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Mark Noble from season two. In part two, we hear how Mark grew up with a football field (almost) for a back garden. Mark talks about running out at Upton Park, and the final game there, against Manchester United under the lights. We also hear about the Legacy Foundation, which Mark founded alongside t…
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Classic Big Interview: Mark Noble Part One
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Mark Noble from season two. Mark starred in the midfield at his beloved West Ham United for most of his senior career. In part one, you’ll hear about his ice-cool prowess as a penalty-taker – he once scored two in an epic shootout against the Netherlands in the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Cha…
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Anxious? Angry? Self-Critical? Congrats, You're Perfectly Normal with Alex Korb
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Did you know feelings like worry are our brains' way of protecting us? However, they can become problematic when they trigger repetitive negative thoughts. In this episode, Matt O'Neill interviews neuroscientist Alex Korb to discuss how common emotions like worry, anxiety, anger, and self-criticism are natural brain functions, not personal failings…
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Ep. #174 - Certified Coach Hannah Lynn Helps Women Prevent or Overcome Burnout
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My guest Hannah Lynn is a certified coach who is passionate about helping women prevent or overcome burnout, design a career they love, and show up as their best selves. Hannah knows about burnout all too well as she has suffered it twice in her life. She is a wife, mother, and career professional who turned burnout into a blessing, as she stepped …
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BITESIZE | Gordon Strachan: Boozers are Losers
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Today’s story comes from Gordon Strachan, who declares that the team that wins together does not necessarily have to drink together. Listen to the original full episode: Classic Big Interview: Gordon Strachan - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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BITESIZE | Peter Beardsley: My brief stay at Man U
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Today’s story comes from Peter Beardsley, who tells the incredible tale of how he ended up - briefly - at Manchester United, courtesy of George Best. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part Two …
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BITESIZE | Darren Fletcher: I could have made a difference against Barca
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Today’s story comes from Darren Fletcher, who explains what it was like to miss the 2009 Champions League final in which Manchester United took on Barcelona’s greatest side. Listen to the original full episode: The Big Interview with Darren Fletcher - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…
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Classic Big Interview: Neil Lennon Part Two
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Neil Lennon from season two. This second part is the audience Q&A section of the live fundraising event for Ardgowan Hospice organised by actor and friend of the Big Interview Martin Compston. There are great responses from Neil about player development and the most talented managers in football today…
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Adapt or Die: Why Embracing Change is the Sane Choice with Rich Alderton
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Learn powerful strategies for maintaining a positive mindset in the face of major life changes and challenges. In this powerful discussion, Matt O’Neill shares how he navigated massive losses in his real estate business to emerge stronger than before through resilience and a growth mindset. Author and speaker Rich Alderton also reveals simple yet i…
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Ep. #173 - Accomplished Entrepreneur Zachary Parker Harris Shares the Importance of Wholistic Success for Entrepreneurs
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My guest Zachary Parker Harris is a very successful businessman who is making a tremendous impact on entrepreneurs through his organization Junto Global. At a young age, Zachary was in to partying, taking drugs, and excessive drinking. When he was 20 years old, he almost died in a car accident. He then made the pivotal choice to leave toxic friends…
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BITESIZE | Joe Jordan: Don Revie was the master of preparation
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Today’s story comes from Joe Jordan, who describes the revolutionary preparations undertaken by Leeds United’s legendary manager Don Revie. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part Two - The Big Interview …
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BITESIZE | Terry Butcher: The lost legend of Kevin Beattie
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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes how his former Ipswich team-mate Kevin Beattie could have been one of the all-time England greats and was a legend off the pitch. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …
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There is a simple act that can lift your spirits - picking up the phone and calling a friend. In this episode, Matt O'Neill interviews social expert Devon Ash about how connecting with others is key to happiness. Interacting with and deriving support from others has wide-ranging benefits for mental and physical well-being. When we feel socially eng…
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PPP Episode 45: Growing Surfski through Competition with Matt Drayer
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In this podcast I sit down with Matt Drayer who is part of a small team including Greg Barton, Jesse Lishchuk, and Geoff Pearson who are dedicated to promoting surfski development in the US via the Ocean Racing Committee (ORC) which is part of the competition arm of the American Canoe Association (ACA). Matt and the team have been hard at work over…
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Today’s story comes from Michael Carrick, who explains how his nickname ‘Havoc’ originated in a war game which some of the Manchester United stars would indulge in while on long hauls abroad. It could get a bit too competitive at times, but overall it was excellent for team bonding. Listen to a classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big…
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Classic Big Interview: Neil Lennon Part One
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Neil Lennon from season two. We recorded our first live event when Neil, then the Hibernian manager, joined us at Greenock Town Hall for a fundraising event for Ardgowan Hospice organised by screen star Martin Compston. In part one, you’ll hear about Martin O’Neill dragging his Leicester City players …
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Earning with Passion: Transforming Your Work Into Your Calling with Kimmy Powell
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It’s time to have PASSION in your work-life. In this episode, Kimmy Powell shares how you can discover your true calling. Kimmy also provides a simple process from her book "The Passion and Purpose Project" that will help you reflect on interests, skills, and childhood dreams. She'll guide you in ruling out wrong fits and taking inspired action. Tu…
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Ep. #172 - Certified Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach and Best-selling Author Tracy Herbert Shares Her Passion to Help Others Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives
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My guest is Tracy Herbert who is a type 1 diabetic and has dyslexia. Despite her health challenges, Tracy is a certified weight loss specialist, a certified personal trainer and wellness coach, an ACE senior fitness specialist, and a lead trainer in longevity codes. Her pursuit of fitness and health took her on a successful 3,527-mile bicycle ride …
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BITESIZE | Harry Redknapp: John White’s Boots
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Today’s story comes from Harry Redknapp, who muses on the diverse talents of the late great John White, Paulo Di Canio, Tony Currie, Alan Hudson, Peter Osgood, Charlie Cooke and Robert Prosinečki. Listen to the original full episode: Harry Redknapp: Di Canio, Kanu & The Art Of The Deal - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast.…
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BITESIZE | Charlie Nicholas: Ron Atkinson’s Toothpick
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Today’s story comes from Charlie Nicholas, who relates how Arsenal might have been the wrong choice, but it beat moving to Manchester United under Ron Atkinson – the man with the golden toothpick. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Intervi…
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Mind | Body | Spirit Connection with Aliki Samone
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Struggling to stay positive? Discover a simple trick to boost your mood anytime, anywhere. In this episode, creative entrepreneur, author, and former spacecraft designer Aliki Samone shares a mindfulness routine that will leave you feeling relaxed and energized. Try her 3-minute practice that focuses on getting in touch with what's going on inside …
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Classic Big Interview: John Collins Part Two
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with John Collins from season two. During his time in France, John underwent a technical and tactical revolution, but his marginal gains approach to self-improvement started in his teens. How else could a skinny kid from Galashiels get the chance to line up alongside George Best in only his second professi…
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The Noble Quest For Joy with Mark Congdon
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Do you sometimes rely on unhealthy coping mechanisms to feel better or escape difficult emotions? In this latest episode of The Good Mood Show, you'll hear an inspiring story of overcoming addiction and finding fulfillment. Mark Congdon candidly shares his harrowing 5-year battle with substance abuse. But he also discusses the epiphany that led him…
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Classic Big Interview: John Collins Part One
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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with John Collins from season two. John’s career was shaped by his move from Celtic to Monaco in 1996, where he played alongside a couple of promising youngsters named Thierry Henry and David Trezeguet. John tells us how the two French internationalists carried the hamper at every away game in the season p…
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Ep. #171 - Author Steph Katzovi Shares the Importance of Following Your Dreams and Passions
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Steph Katzovi is an author, wife, and the mother of two school-aged boys. She always profoundly believed that she would be an author one day, but her path was very circuitous to reach her goal. She obtained a college degree and then a law degree. She even studied and passed bar exams in two states, but she never actually practiced law. She also wor…
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BITESIZE | Gordon Strachan: Fergie’s Mind Games
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Today’s story comes from Gordon Strachan, who declares that you don’t need a sports psychologist if you’ve got a man manager like Sir Alex Ferguson in charge. Listen to the classic episode: Classic Big Interview: Gordon Strachan - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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BITESIZE | Gaizka Mendieta: A Walk on the Wild Side
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Today’s story comes from Gaizka Mendieta, who speaks about his passion for DJing and how he once met his hero Lou Reed, the Johan Cruyff of music. Listen to the original full episode: Gaizka Mendieta: Practice makes perfect - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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