Best Christine Jensen Podcasts (2024)

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73. How Much Are You Spending On Your Health? 28:54

3d ago28:54

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting to you about whether or not you’re spending enough money to maintain your health. Whether your health spending comes in the form of long weekends away, going to a therapist or even a boujee gym membership, investing in yourself can come in many forms. But how do you know if you’re spending enough money …

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106. Earth Day with Derrick Jensen: on Ecological Grief and Reconnecting with Our Wild Nature 1:44:09

4d ago1:44:09

1:44:09

This Earth Day, I’d like to honor the importance of our connection to the natural world by welcoming the insightful Derrick Jensen, an author and environmental activist whose work has profoundly influenced me from an early age. We explore the stark contrast between our knowledge of commercial jingles and movie stars versus our understanding of the …

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Money Q&A: Compounding, Consistent Investing & Distributions 15:55

10d ago15:55

15:55

In today's Q&A episode, we'll be answering DM's from the gram as well as a few customer queries from the Kernel inbox. This time, we'll be answering questions such as: What is compounding? Should I regularly invest, or save then invest money in one lump sum? What happens if you take money out before the quarterly distributions are made? Do you have…

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105. Young Men Crying for Help: Dr. Joseph Burgo on Shame, Narcissism, Autism & Autogynephilia 1:14:13

11d ago1:14:13

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Today I welcome the esteemed Dr. Joseph Burgo to discuss the psychological crisis of males who find refuge in a trans identity. Along the way, we explore myriad contributing factors, from shame, narcissism, and autogynephilia; to rising rates of autism and unlimited access to increasingly obscene internet pornography; as well as gender roles, norms…

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72. Friends & Money: Does Money Affect Friendships? 49:01

18d ago49:01

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting about how people's differing money situations can affect friendships and ultimately behaviour. At some point, you’ve probably experienced a difference in wealth (or perceived wealth) between you and your friends. But should you let this difference in lifestyle affect your behaviour? Let’s discuss. Speci…

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104. Why I Stopped Doing Therapy and Switched to Consulting (For Now) - a Solo Interlude 30:45

18d ago30:45

30:45

In this rare solo episode, I delve into personal decisions that have recently shaped my career path, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs that have led me to where I am today, including the impact of stress on chronic illness, and the difficult choice to step back from therapy to prioritize my well-being. But why did I choose consulting ov…

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Money Moments: Sarah Kelsey - The OneUp Project, Emergency Funds & Psychology of Money 1:07:17

25d ago1:07:17

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Today we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about their experience with money. In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Kelsey, host of the personal finance & development podcast, the OneUp project. Sarah started her podcast over 4 years ago and has grown her listenership to over [345,000] with Kiwis from all over…

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103. Truth, Hope, & Mental Health | Michael DC Bowen, Pamela Garfield-Jaeger & Soad Tabrizi 1:34:35

26d ago1:34:35

1:34:35

Is shame always destructive, or can it foster growth? Does being compassionate require that we affirm every belief or validate every emotion? When are psychiatric diagnoses helpful or harmful? Is it better to strive for race-awareness or a color-blind society? Should social norms be challenged or reinforced? What is the role of hope in fostering ch…

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71: Owning a Bach vs Yearly Holidays 40:20

1M ago40:20

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting about whether or not the Kiwi dream of owning a bach is all that is cracked up to be. Many Kiwis often dream about having a bach to use as an escape during their extended breaks. But what if we told you that you may be better off putting that money towards boujee yearly holidays instead? In this podcast…

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102. Propaganda Myths of the Gender Cult; Resources for Parents & Educators, with Justine Deterling 1:22:34

1M ago1:22:34

1:22:34

In what ways is gender ideology cult-like? What are its core foundational myths, and how can concerned citizens challenge them? Today’s guest, Justine Deterling, founded the LGB watchdog organization Gender Health Query to create resources for parents and educators to address these concerns. In this episode, we discuss the cult-like dynamics of gen…

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Money Q&A: Taxes on Global vs NZ Shares, FIF and More 26:07

1M ago26:07

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In honour of our favourite time of the year - aka tax time - we thought we’d answer a few commonly asked questions. Specifically, we answer: How important is tax when investing? Are NZ shares taxed differently from global shares? What benefit does investing through a trust give me, if at all? What the heck is the FIF tax regime? Got a burning money…

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101. Making Meaning, Finding Wisdom: Kim O, Matt Osborne, & Benjamin the Dream Wizard 1:38:36

1M ago1:38:36

1:38:36

Wise decision-making often requires that we grapple with notions of good and evil. Fields such as history, spirituality, philosophy, and psychology all help orient our moral compass. Yet despite so much access to information, today’s youth seem to lack the grounding principles needed to navigate life's challenges. How is the modern world's existent…

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70. How to Help Your Children Be Smarter with Money 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Wondering how you can set up your children for financial success in the future? Then this podcast episode is for you! In this episode, we are joined by Co-Founder of SquareOne, Jovan Pavlicevic. Jovan has a background in starting businesses and wears many hats at SquareOne - from strategic capital raising to designing the customer and employee expe…

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100. How to Rescue Your Child From the Gender Cult: Gabrielle Clark on Desistance Coaching 1:23:23

2M ago1:23:23

1:23:23

Gabrielle helped her daughter escape the cult. Now, as a Desistance Coach, she helps other parents find ways to reach their ideologically captured children too. Meanwhile, my career has taken a similar direction, as I’ve devoted a significant portion of my energy toward helping parents of youth with Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria (ROGD) as a communic…

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69. Emergency Funds 101 24:13

2M ago24:13

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be revisiting the ever-important rainy day funds; more commonly known as emergency funds! While emergencies are rare, it is important to have money set aside for some peace of mind. So if you're looking for some inspiration on where to get started with your emergency fund, this episode is for you! In this podcast e…

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99. Is Therapeutic Neutrality a Thing of the Past? with Christine Sefein and David Teachout 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

In my second returning guests group chat, I delve into the complex world of therapy with colleagues David Teachout and Christine Sefein. We explore the concept of therapeutic neutrality and its relevance in today's therapy landscape. Is therapy dead? How are therapists able to maintain neutrality in an age of biases and cultural influences? And wha…

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Money Moments: Chanel Clark - Building a Career, Starting a Business & Mental Health 1:33:07

2M ago1:33:07

1:33:07

Today we’re back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about their experience with money. In this episode, we’re joined by Chanel Clark, marketing extraordinaire and North Shore local. Chanel has recently transitioned from being a full-time employee to starting and running her own business AND is also looking to move overs…

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98. Trans to Detrans: A Graphic Novel Journey from Self-Hate to Self-Compassion, with Nicolas Blooms 1:25:38

2M ago1:25:38

1:25:38

In this episode, I sit down with Nicholas Blooms, a detransitioner, artist, and creator of a unique graphic novel. Nicholas shares his profound journey of detransitioning, delving into the spiritual and emotional aspects of reclaiming his sense of self and finding a sustainable, embodied way of living. I explain my current model of how gender dysph…

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Money Q&A: Investing Lump Sums & Cost of Living Hacks 42:59

2M ago42:59

42:59

In today's Q&A episode, we'll be answering DM's from the gram as well as a few customer queries from Kernel. This time, we'll be answering questions such as: How to invest a lump sum of money across different scenarios Are you better off having a nanny for your child or sending them to daycare? How to invest while also starting a family What are bo…

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97. Healthcare Ethics & Philosophy with Jennifer Lahl, Karen King, & Jake Wiskerchen 1:30:00

2M ago1:30:00

1:30:00

Today I welcome back former guests Jennifer Lahl, Karen King, and Jake Wiskerchen for a collegial group chat. We catch up on their latest projects, including Jennifer’s new documentary on detrans men, The Lost Boys: Searching for Manhood, and Karen’s Ideological Oasis group for counseling graduates and interns. We dive into the topics of distress t…

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68. Valentine's Day Special - The Cost of Love 44:46

2M ago44:46

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be talking about love and its costs. The cost of love sounds like it has a ‘negative connotation’ it doesn’t necessarily need to be that way. The reality is that costs can come with getting into, being in and/or ending a relationship with someone. So this Valentine's Day, we thought we'd do a special episode talkin…

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96. From Cult to Gender Clinic: Misdiagnosis, Detransition & Healing — Layton, part 2 1:45:12

3M ago1:45:12

1:45:12

In part two of my conversation with Layton, she continues to share her journey of navigating the trauma of leaving a cult, bad therapy, the harmful effects of the trans medical industrial complex, and how she finally found wholeness. Missed part 1? Listen to episode 95 here. Layton opens up about her experience of undergoing synthetic testosterone …

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Money Moments: Jervis Koo - Travelling Asia, Redundancies and Work Life Integration 49:01

3M ago49:01

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Today we're back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about money. We’re back with our friend Jervis, for an update on what’s happening in his financial world, since recording an initial Money Moments ~2 years ago. When we spoke to Jervis last, he lived and worked in a digital marketing agency in Auckland. We spoke about …

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95. Transing the Gay Away? Cults, Actual Conversion Therapy, & Dissociation: part 1 with Layton 1:12:39

3M ago1:12:39

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Today I’m excited to bring you part 1 of a fascinating conversation with Layton, a detransitioner who shares her journey of leaving a religious cult and the subsequent challenges she faced. We delve into her experiences with actual gay conversion therapy, where she was told that her homosexuality was a form of cannibalism and a result of trauma. La…

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Money Q&A: Joining Finances, Job Loss & Retirement Cash 23:15

3M ago23:15

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In today's special podcast episode, we'll be answering many different questions that we often get in the DM's from the gram as well as a few Kernel customer questions. Specifically we'll be answering questions such as: What are the factors to consider when creating a joint account with your partner Should you convert all of your investments into ca…

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67. How to Crush Your 2024 Money Goals 26:46

3M ago26:46

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Looking to achieve your 2024 New Year resolutions? Then this podcast episode is for you! We are almost in February the time New Year goals typically start to drop off. While creating audacious goals is easy, achieving them can take much longer. In this episode, we talk about a few different factors to consider when creating a new goal and how you c…

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94. Conquering OCD & Behavioral Addiction: the Power of Mindset, with Dr. Johann D’Souza 1:35:14

3M ago1:35:14

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In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of OCD and addiction with psychologist and podcast host, Dr. Johann D'Souza. We explore the concept of OCD as a form of behavioral addiction. Dr. D'Souza shares his expertise on the different types of obsessions and compulsions, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of OCD beyond the common st…

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Money Moments: Jamie Jermain - Co-Founder & CEO of SquareOne 52:40

3M ago52:40

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Today we're back with another Money Moments episode, where we chat to real Kiwis about money. Today on the podcast, we are joined by Jamie Jermain, Co-Founder & CEO at SquareOne, NZ’s first account and card built for the next generation. Jamie has worked in the payment space for over 20 years, including at the likes of Visa, Mastercard, Lloyds Bank…

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93. "I Was a Drug Pusher": Sara Stockton Exposes Therapists’ Roles in the Gender Industry 1:27:55

3M ago1:27:55

1:27:55

Sara Stockton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, lecturer, researcher, and clinical supervisor of a psychotherapy practice in New York who has done a complete 180 on the subject of youth gender transition. Ms. Stockton spent the first part of her career advocating for “gender affirming care” in the treatment of trans-identified youth. Sta…

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66. When Should I Lock In My Losses? 29:58

3M ago29:58

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In today's podcast, we're chatting about when the "right time" is to sell your investments if they're in the red (hint: there is no "right time"). Do you hold on and hope that it recovers its value, or do you cut your losses now and recoup what's left? We dig into this and more. Specifically, we discuss: Why does your investment portfolio balance m…

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92. A Male Detransitioner Rediscovers His Faith: Austin Unbridled on Transformation and Spirituality 1:51:49

3M ago1:51:49

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In this episode, I delve into the raw and revealing journey of Austin Unbridled, a 41-year-old who has navigated the turbulent waters of gender identity and spirituality. Austin's candid recount of transitioning from male to female, and then detransitioning twice, sheds light on the complexities of trans ideology and the often unspoken struggles th…

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Money Moments: Caitlyn Parker - Getting Out of Debt, Buying a First Home & Finding Her Career 50:27

4M ago50:27

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Aaaand we're back with another Money Moments episode featuring Caitlyn Parker. Caitlyn is a Customer Success Manager, a Wellingtonian (at heart) and most importantly, a great friend. With over a decade of experience in the financial services and start-up space, Caitlyn has helped thousands of customers through their investing and savings journey. I…

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91. Helen Joyce Returns: Why Sex Matters in Life and Law 1:46:38

4M ago1:46:38

1:46:38

We’re kicking off the new year by welcoming back the guest featured on my most popular episode for a long overdue part two! Following up on our prior conversation about the impact of conversion therapy legislation, Helen Joyce, a former journalist and advocate for Sex Matters, sheds light on misconceptions surrounding gender, biology, belief, and h…

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65. Shares, Property, Cash: Where Do I Put My Money? 28:45

4M ago28:45

28:45

In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting about where you can put your spare cash. From the Official Cash Rate (OCR) rising and halting to the changes in the rate of inflation, a lot has happened this year in the world of money. So we thought that we'd check in on how a few of our favourite asset classes are doing. Specifically, we chatted abou…

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90. New Year’s Reflections: Lessons From A Year and a Half of Podcasting, and What’s Ahead for 2024 1:11:26

4M ago1:11:26

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In this episode, I take a moment to reflect on the past year and a half of podcasting and share some valuable insights and lessons I've learned along the way. With my fiancé by my side for moral support, I dive into the challenges and successes of being a public figure and the unexpected journey that podcasting has taken me on. I discuss the modera…

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64. How The 100-Day Plan Can Affect You Financially 33:23

4M ago33:23

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting about another *potentially* spicy topic - politics! Well, not politics as in strong opinions. Instead, we'll be focusing more on the policies of the newly formed government. Since Christopher Luxon was newly sworn in, there has been a lot of media coverage surrounding the recently released 100-day actio…

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89. A Christmas Song for Weary Hearts: Snow by Sleeping at Last 3:26

4M ago3:26

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Merry Christmas! No interview today. No monologue either. Just a simple, short and sweet song I wanted to give as a gift to anyone whose heart is hurting this holiday. Why I'm sharing this song with you: Since Christmas has fallen on a Monday this year, and I always release new episodes on Monday, I faced a dilemma. I thought it would be a disservi…

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63. Why Your House is For Living In, Not For Growing Wealth 32:28

4M ago32:28

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In today's podcast episode, we’ll be chatting about a very spicy topic, which is why your home is for living in and not for growing wealth. This statement is one that came from a certain Instagram post from the Guardian sharing that ‘Australian housing wealth is meaningless, destructive and fundamentally changing our society:” Cat jumped on the IG …

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88. Puberty is a Human Right: Disorders of Sexual Development vs Puberty Blockers with James Linehan 1:30:46

4M ago1:30:46

1:30:46

“Intersex” is often considered part of the “LGBTQIA+” community. But how do people with this condition feel about their inclusion that category? The more accurate and respectful term, “disorders of sexual development,” encompasses more than 40 different medical diagnoses. Today’s guest, James Linehan, has one such DSD. Undiagnosed until age 16, hyp…

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62. How to Budget for a Wedding 41:45

5M ago41:45

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It's that time of the year – wedding season is in full swing! Whether you're riding the high of a recent engagement, knee-deep in your wedding planning, or know someone about to get married, we're here with some golden tips to elevate your wedding experience. Specifically, we chat about: A sneak peek into Cat's wedding planning journey – what she t…

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Bonus Episode: How Cat & Luke Almost Lost $100,000 of their Australian Super 15:28

5M ago15:28

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In today's podcast, we have a snippet of an unaired episode that was too good not to share. In this bonus episode, Cat shares how her husband, Luke almost lost $100,000 in his Australian Super. And no, we're not talking about market movements or poor investment choices. This was all because of a transfer error with the fund provider, it went MIA. W…

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Money Moments: Cat & Christine - Living in The Now, Upsizing Houses & How Our Investments Are Tracking 42:07

5M ago42:07

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Hi friends! We're back after a wee break, just in time to get you through the Christmas break (and give you something to do when you’re fed up with your families, #soznotsoz). What better way to kick things off than with a Money Moments episode with us (Cat & Christine), getting you up to speed on what's been happening in our financial lives. The l…

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87. Heather Heying on What Makes Us Human: Culture, Consciousness, Campfire, and Chesterton’s Fences 1:41:51

5M ago1:41:51

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Today’s guest is very meaningful to me and probably requires no introduction. Dr. Heather Heying is the reason I know about detransitioners and am doing half the things I’m doing. An evolutionary biologist and animal behaviorist, world traveler, podcast co-host, writer, mentor to many, mother of two, agreeable contrarian, and all-around interesting…

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86. Gender Clinics, Journalism, and “Conversion Therapy” Bans Around the World, with Bernard Lane 1:36:05

5M ago1:36:05

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Today I’m joined by Bernard Lane, an independent Australian journalist who covers the international debate over youth gender medicine. We discussed the state of gender clinics and laws in Australia, as well as the challenges faced by journalists in reporting on this topic. We also discussed the influence of environment on youth vulnerability to gen…

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85. Mass Delusional Psychosis: Dr. Mark McDonald on How Fear is Destroying America 1:19:54

5M ago1:19:54

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Psychiatrist Mark McDonald coined the term "mass delusional psychosis" to describe the fear-driven response that swept the nation during the pandemic. In this episode, I interviewed him about the events of 2020 and their impact on our society. We discuss how fear became a fuel, driving irrational and self-destructive behaviors that were not in our …

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84. Leonard Sax, MD: How Sex Differences Impact Brains, Behaviors, and Child Development 1:49:58

5M ago1:49:58

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The esteemed Dr. Leonard Sax joins us this week to share his expertise on how sex differences impact child-rearing, parenting, and education. We begin with a discussion of biological differences between male and female brains, particularly when it comes to sense perception, which can lead to misunderstandings between the sexes. Dr. Sax highlights t…

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83. Autogynephilia: an Overlooked Source of Transgender Identification? With Phil Illy 1:48:25

6M ago1:48:25

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On this podcast we often explore the gender crisis affecting today’s young and vulnerable people. Today we bring on a different perspective from Phil Illy, a man who self-identifies as autogynephilic, meaning that he experiences a sexual attraction to the idea of himself as a woman. Originally described by sexologist Ray Blanchard, autogynephilia i…

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82. Jamie Reed Confronts Gender Malpractice: on Courage, Whistleblowing, and Detrans Medical Records 1:31:00

6M ago1:31:00

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Former Washington University Transgender Center intake coordinator Jamie Reed entered the spotlight in February when she blew the whistle on the harmful practices she witnessed during her time there. A “left of Bernie Sanders” lesbian mom of 5, she reached across the political aisle to work with the Missouri Attorney General, recognizing the need t…

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81. The State of Psychedelic Therapy in 2023: Karen King on Ketamine, MDMA, & Institutional Capture 1:14:35

6M ago1:14:35

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Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy practitioner and clinical supervisor Karen King joined me to discuss the use of ketamine and MDMA in psychotherapy, as well as the infiltration of ideology into the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Karen explains the proper set, setting, use, and administration of ketamine in psychotherapy. We delved into the d…

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80. From Shame to Resilience: Healing the Inner Child, with Kim O 1:10:43

6M ago1:10:43

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Kim O, coach and founder of HeartWorkU, joins me today to share wisdom on compassion, healing, parts work, spirituality, resilience, and the Enneagram. We discuss her journey from 30 years as a hairstylist to becoming a coach and her decision to leave her Master's program in Counseling Psychology due to ideological differences. Kim presents her res…

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