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Life Behind the Highlight Real

Sarah Huffman & William Huffman

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Welcome to “Life Behind the Highlight Real," the podcast that takes things beyond the curated life we all see online. Join hosts Sarah & William Huffman as they dive in with their friends to talk about the good and the hard things that come with a real (not perfect) life behind the highlight reel. Tune each week for more in-depth conversations about life behind the highlight reel. Follow us on your favorite podcast platform to make sure you never miss an episode.
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At 26 years old, Sarah Weddington stands in a courtroom for the first time in her life and argues the most explosive case of her era: Roe V. Wade. Supreme tells her unlikely story, as well as that of Justice Harry Blackmun, who’s appointed by Nixon to the High Court at the same time. Sarah and Harry – both new, untested, and scared out of their minds – are on a collision course. She struggles to overcome the many obstacles placed in her path, while he must find the courage to step out of his ...
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A Good Life Group turned SEVEN YEARS OLD in September this year! William (who was feeling a little feisty) and Sarah tell the story, recounting the history of AGLG so far and some of what they've learned along the way, and also diving into some of their vision for the future. Buckle up and enjoy the ride! Special shoutouts in this episode to: Monic…
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In this traveling podcast (please excuse the road construction noises in the background!), William and Sarah discuss all things GloverU: their history with the company and what it has meant for them, their enthusiasm for it, and the reasons behind some recent decisions they've made about their roles within GloverU. Listen in and you'll also catch s…
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Sarah and William have a conversation about how they make decisions. They talk about course corrections and paying attention to the things that let you know whether you're on the right path, as well as managing decisions in a relationship, while also touching on things like mentors, forgiveness, and accepting other people's experiences. Do you list…
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In this helpful episode, Sarah and William talk about having uncomfortable conversations early, when only a 1% correction is needed, rather than avoiding them until you're waaaay off target and the issues are huge. They model conversations, doing a little role play, and touch on the trust pyramid, resentment, forgiveness, and more. Lots of good stu…
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Sarah picked a just-for-fun topic this time, and she and William discuss all things MINNESOTA! What's great about the state? What's unique? What do they love about it? Where else could they imagine living if they couldn't live in MN? This one's also a mobile edition, so there's background road noise... but hey, it's MINNESOTA road noise, so it's al…
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In this (mobile!) episode, William and Sarah give some answers to a question they are frequently asked: What is it like to work with your spouse? They talk about everything from being together nearly 24/7 to having fun date nights (if you can get Will out of the house!) to handling frustrations and conflicts. Oh, and of course seed art at the state…
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William and Sarah are back and talking about self-sabotage. What is it? Why do we do it? How does it show up in our lives? The discussion includes tips for how to recognize it and questions to ask, as well as addressing neighboring topics of trust, worthiness, confidence, imposter syndrome, judgment, and triggers. Whew! Buckle in and join us for qu…
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Sarah and William discuss what's in their "mindset medicine cabinet"--the things they've learned to prioritize in order to stay in their "zone of genius." Their list includes things like movement, sleep, nutrition, routines, and knowing their stress triggers. (There's more than that--you'll have to listen to get them all!) You'll even get a live de…
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We've passed the halfway mark on 2024, and Sarah and William have a conversation about goals! Are we on track for this year's goals? How do we think about goals? How do we move toward them effectively? There are some great moments about perfectionism, all-or-nothing thinking, making the next right decision, and seeing failure as a mirror for improv…
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Sarah and William talk about their recent trip to Lake Tahoe for a luxury real estate conference, with a lot of focus on the amazing food experiences they had. Places referenced: The Ritz https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/rnorz-the-ritz-carlton-lake-tahoe/overview/ Edgewood https://edgewoodtahoe.com/the-villa-suites/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw…
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William and Sarah tackle the subject of generosity, including how it's a cornerstone of their lives, where the giving impulse comes from, how small acts of generosity have a cumulative impact over time, and what they want for their legacy, including their upcoming foundation, A Good Life Gives. All that, and a Mr. Rogers quote, too! Books reference…
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William and Sarah discuss PRIDE from many angles, contrasting it with ego and with humility, and talking about its connection to regret, shame, and a willingness to admit when you're wrong. They discuss negative emotions as guardrails and more. NOTE: this episode was recorded outdoors at a cafe in Washington, D.C., during their recent trip there, s…
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Will and Sarah go deep about their health journey over the last three years, sharing their motivations, progress, goals, and top 5 tips for people just getting started. Here's the link to their podcast that they mentioned, featuring Kristin Rowell: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-behind-the-highlight-real/id1593027634?i=1000548801957 Her…
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In this quick little episode recorded from their gate at the Dulles International Airport, William and Sarah give an overview of their recent trip to Washington, D.C. Places referenced: Supra https://supradc.com/ The Quill https://www.jeffersondc.com/dining/quill/ Waldorf Peacock Alley https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcawawa-waldorf-astoria-washin…
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Sarah becomes the youngest woman in history to argue in the Supreme Court. A controversial decision by Warren puts Harry in an uncomfortable position. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Justice Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Cady: Ashley Eskew Deb: Andrea Savage Jay Floyd: Peter Oldring Justice Brennan: Aaron Tracy …
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Sarah returns home in an attempt to reclaim her role. She reveals a shocking secret. Harry also travels home to reckon with an impossible question. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Caregiver: Ese Atawo Charlie: Charlie B. Foster Dottie Blackmun: Felicity Huffman Dr. Erdahl: Mark Chavez Gloria: Karen Fo…
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Forced to take a step back from the case, Sarah is confronted with the flesh and blood people she's fighting for. She makes a crucial decision. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Deb: Andrea Savage Annette: Jenn Colella Dr. Kaplan: Tirzah Mannes Flight Attendant: Sarah Erickson Grace: LaChrisha Brown Pol…
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Sarah moves with Linda and Ron to New York City to prepare for the biggest fight of their lives. She soon discovers a traitor in their midst. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Linda Coffee: Abigail Breslin Warren Burger: William Fichtner Cady: Ashley Eskes Cheryl: Amy Goodmurphy Mikey: Aaron Cavette Roy…
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Sarah and Linda experience disheartening setbacks before receiving some very surprising news. Harry's relationship with Warren becomes strained. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage William Brennan: Aaron Tracy Linda Coffee: Abigail Breslin Reporter: Katie Couric Ron W…
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Sarah is rejected for a job by countless Texas law firms, so she sets out to create her own opportunity. Meanwhile, in St. Paul, Harry is tortured by the offer of a lifetime. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage Dottie Blackmun: Felicity Huffman Reporter: Katie Couric …
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In Dallas, Sarah goes before a judge for the first time, joining forces with an important ally. Harry struggles inside the D.C. political machine. ~~ Cast Credits ~~ Sarah Weddington: Maya Hawke Harry Blackmun: William H. Macy Bea: Laura Benanti Deb: Andrea Savage Dottie Blackmun: Felicity Huffman Linda Coffee: Abigail Breslin Ron Weddington: Garre…
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Introducing the new audio drama Supreme: The Battle For Roe starring Maya Hawke and William H. Macy. ~~ Crew Credits ~~ Supreme: The Battle for Roe is Created and Written by Aaron Tracy Directed by Rachel Winter Executive Producers are Aaron Tracy, Rachel Winter, Ben Spector and Eva Longoria Executive Producers for iHeartRadio are Anna Stumpf and K…
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Jake Luehrs is in the spotlight this week. Jake is a real estate coach and trainer, and in this episode, he opens up about the challenges he faced in his early life and career. Jake takes us through his struggles with depression and anxiety. He shares how he worked through those challenges and offers some advice for listeners going through similar …
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This week William and Sarah Huffman sit down with John Hodnett, a member of their real estate team, A Good Life Group. In this episode, John chats about his journey before getting into real estate and how much he loves old-school retail. But the big wake-up call was when his marriage fell apart. He never thought he'd be there at that point in his l…
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Join us on Life Behind the Highlight Real as we sit down with Carrie Chang, a St. Paul native and CEO of the Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors. Carrie's journey as an adoptee and her drive to succeed is a fascinating story of determination and resilience. She shares her childhood experiences, including her love for sports, music, and the sax…
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Aaron Bourdage is the owner of Northern Fire Grilling and BBQ Supply, a local barbecue shop in Minnetonka. Northern Fire Grilling and BBQ Supply offers everything you need for grilling and barbecue, including meats, seafood, rubs, over 100 sauces, grills, smokers, and heavy equipment for those serious about their grilling. Aaron was born in Duluth,…
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This episode William and Sarah look at at 2022. A couple of minutes were dedicated to the business, but the majority of this episode was spent diving deep into a health journey they both started 2 years ago. Even though they both dislike the thought of working out, they accepted it as a part of their life, with reasons that go way beyond what you m…
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Mark Neal spent close to two decades building an Ohio sports radio station from the ground up, and today he's going to share the story of how having nothing can be your biggest asset. It turns you into a creative, hungry, and hard-working scrapper. Which is how he built a young format into a powerful force in his market. Did we mention that Mark is…
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We are nerding out BIG TIME with our buddy David Arbit this week. David is the Director of Research for MAR, Minneapolis Area Realtors. He's the guy that makes sense of all of the real estate numbers agents use to get you into homes. And this guy's passion for numbers goes way beyond Excel. It goes straight to getting people into their dream homes …
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Dave Lawson returns to Life Behind the Highlight Real to finish up his journey to this point in his crazy life. In episode 45 Dave, Will, and Sarah took a deep dive into radio of the past and present. Dave spent over two decades as an on-air personality and talked about how what drove him into the business no longer exists. That left no time for th…
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Ep 49: A "Compelling and Rich" Conversation with Will's Nemesis, Matt Wandzel Matt Wandzel is a real estate agent and bitter enemy of Will Huffman's. Even though Matt is a terrific human being, Will can't stand him. Why? It all comes out in this episode, along with: 5:45 Growing up in Golden Valley 14:08 Car accident -- no time for the emergency ro…
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We are hitting on some heavy life topics today with our friend, Payton Barthel. Payton tells her story of abuse, drug addiction, treatment, relapse, and meeting the love of her life. You've already been introduced to Payton's family. In episode 28, we interviewed her mom, Jamie, about teen pregnancy, and her love for Sonic Chili Cheese Dogs. And in…
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Chad Jeske has dedicated his life to helping top-performing real estate agents grow their businesses through Twin Cities Real Producers. Chad grew up in Savage, MN. A farm-kid upbringing, and the only boy of five siblings. Plus the only guest we've had on the podcast that has been shot, burned, and run over by a car -- all before the age of 12 Chad…
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Nick Bellmore, a Detroit area native, is a highly successful real estate team leader, but the road to get there was a bit bumpy. Rick shares his story of divorce when he was 11, bullied at 12, and kicked out of high school a couple of years later. He moves on to working in housing before the age of 18, building homes after graduating, and transitio…
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This is a part two interview with Kayla Dutton and in this episode, we dive deep into Kayla's struggle to start a family after her husband's near-death accident that left him without sensation from the waist down. This was a massive life change at such a young age. Kayla's advice for handling sudden change boils down to 3 things: 1) Family and supp…
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Coming up today we have the "man behind the scenes" of Life Behind the Highlight Reel. Whenever you hear us say "Dave, edit that out," we are talking about Dave Lawson of Digital Legend Media. But far before Dave started consulting businesses on digital content, he had a long history in radio. So we are going to dive deep into Dave's history, inclu…
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This episode explores the past five years of A Good Life Group. The good, the bad, and the hilarious. The story begins at the Minnesota State Fair of all places, 5-years ago. The day Will and Sarah were forced to find a new direction. And they don't hold back as they share the details of the call and the stress that followed over the next few days.…
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Victoria and Sarah met while working at JC Penny in Coon Rapids and have been friends ever since. Born in California and stayed there for a whole six weeks before moving to Minnesota. After her dad got arrested (details in the podcast) at the University of Minnesota, the family was forced to regroup which included sneaking out of Minnesota in the m…
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Sarah met Artemisa met after both were nominated for Female Realtors of the Year. During that ceremony, Sarah realized that she knew nothing about the other nominees, so she set up a lunch, and the two have been friends ever since. "You can see and experience people online, but until you meet them in person, it's different." Artemisa is a heavy hit…
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Born in Wisconsin but raised in Minnesota, Alex Maeckelbergh wanted to carry on the family tradition of education by becoming a teacher. But that changed shortly after going to college when she realized it wasn't for her. "I love kids, love them to death. But doing it for a career was a very different story. And now having kids of my own, I cannot …
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Ed Kaiser is General Counsel for RE/MAX Results, the guy that deals with all of the legal stuff that affects our industry. Beyond that, Ed is just an interesting dude. He's a Duluth native, a former athlete with big dreams, and a man that met his wife at a restaurant that haunts Sarah (guess which one?) Today we get Ed's story and uncover some nugg…
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Joe Mottlow has beaten back cancer 5 times, and in part 2 of Will and Sarah's interview, Joe stops in to give them a heartbreaking update about his condition. Even in the worst of life, Joe finds a reason to celebrate, and that happens on July 30th. Details to his coming home party is here: https://www.facebook.com/events/454530746184210…
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