Best Dr Aaron Balick Podcasts (2024)

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26. Champion Interview with John Lloyd: Unlocking The Secret To a Fulfilling Life 1:21:59

2M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Summary In this conversation, John Lloyd shares the transformative journey that led him to question his beliefs and explore philosophy and science. He discusses the concept of consciousness as the ground of being and the idea that the universe is a practical joke. In this conversation, John discusses the importance of finding gratitude and being ki…

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25. Hot Seat Interview with Pete: Letting Go of the Inner Critic 1:04:06

2M ago1:04:06

1:04:06

Summary In this conversation, Pete Trainer discusses his struggles with imposter syndrome, the conflict between his personal and professional personas, and the pressure to achieve. He emphasises the need for solitude, finding middle ground in decision-making, and addressing his inner critical voice. The conversation explores the importance of actin…

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24. Hot Seat Interview with Vicente: Finding Freedom in the Unknown 58:57

2M ago58:57

58:57

Summary In this Hotseat interview, Vicente shares his journey from autopilot to dread in his career, realising he needs to integrate his creative interests. He reflects on rigid success narratives and cultural expectations, inspired by his siblings' choices. Vicente desires to wake up without dread and be present in relationships. As a therapist, h…

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23. Hot Seat Interview with Masha: Embracing Boredom and Creativity 1:11:11

2M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

Summary In this conversation, Masha discusses her desire for new ideas and intrinsic motivation, struggling to find joy and meaning in her career as a lawyer. She shares experiences with creative writing and transcendent feelings, emphasising the importance of structure, creative freedom, and community support. The conversation highlights the misma…

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22. Season Finale: Overcoming Challenges, Finding Drive & Taking Action 24:30

4M ago24:30

24:30

In this Season Finale of the Time to Show Up series, Nathalie and Aaron reflect on the major themes that have emerged throughout the season. They discuss their own journey and how they found common ground in their love for psychology and using it to understand various aspects of life. The conversation covers topics such as generosity, asking for he…

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21. Champion Review with Oliver Burkeman: The Value (or not) of Self-Help, The Paradox of Productivity, and Ending Where You Started. 22:55

5M ago22:55

22:55

In this review, Nathalie and Aaron discuss various topics related to self-help, productivity, and personal growth. They explore the paradoxes of self-reflection and the circuitous paths to self-knowledge. They delve into the denial of mortality and the core of anxiety that drives many of our actions. The conversation highlights the importance of cr…

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20. Champion Interview with Oliver Burkeman: Journalist and Best-Selling Author of 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals 1:15:18

5M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

In this Champion Interview, Burkeman reflects on the compulsion to excel and the narrative of structure and anxiety that has shaped his life. He explores the process of seeing through assumptions and the shift in his belief system. Burkeman raises various topics related to productivity, self-worth, and personal growth. He explores the concept of pr…

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19. Champion Review with Brian Solis: Motivation Verses Hinderance and Pivoting In Midlife 20:51

5M ago20:51

20:51

In this review, Nathalie and Aaron explore the complexities of drive, discussing its role as both a hindrance and a motivator. They examine how youthful ignorance can lead to risk-taking without fully understanding consequences. They also discuss the challenges of changing one's life narrative, emphasizing the importance of adapting to evolving cir…

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18. Champion Interview with Brian Solis: Futurist, Digital Anthropologist, and Best Selling Author 1:11:13

5M ago1:11:13

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In this Champion Interview, Brian Solis shares insights on career transitions, emphasizing authenticity and empathy in connections. He discusses balancing performance and genuine connection in the digital realm, stressing adaptation to resonate in a fast-paced world. Solis delves into creativity's role in a fulfilling career, advocating risk-taking…

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17. Champion Review with Hamed Sinno: The Ineffability of Creativity, Dealing with Sensitivity, and Music as Personal Expression in the Public Domain 23:39

6M ago23:39

23:39

In this week's review, Nathalie and Aaron discuss their conversation with Hamed, noting its unique rhythm and exploration. They delve into the concept of expressing truth through storytelling rather than traditional narratives. The discussion explores conveying meaning beyond words and the courage needed to navigate complex topics with sensitivity.…

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16. Champion Interview with Hamed Sinno: Composer, Musician, and former lead singer of Lebanese Alt Rock Band, Mashrou’ Leila. 1:04:12

6M ago1:04:12

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This champion interview explores topics such as mental health, creation myths, the primal nature of singing, resistance to narrative, expressing unnameable experiences, the healing power of music and art, being a bridge between personal experience and others, navigating political expectations and public projection, and the intersection of queerness…

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15. Deep Enquiry Review with Antonio: Taking Risks, Asking For Help, and Managing Distraction 22:49

6M ago22:49

22:49

In this deep enquiry review, Nathalie and Aaron reflect on their conversation with Antonio, focusing on his readiness for change and the importance of taking action in personal growth. They discuss themes of ego-syntonia and ego-dystonia, emphasizing the need to push through comfort zones and embrace discomfort for growth. Attention and distraction…

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14. Deep Enquiry Interview with Antonio: The Courage to Be Creative 1:17:49

6M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

In this deep enquiry interview, Antonio shares his introspective journey, confronting creative blockages and fears of vulnerability. Reflecting on past experiences, he unveils the internalized voices hindering progress. Highlighting moments of vitality, he emphasises the role of social connection in creativity. Aaron and Nathalie delve into authent…

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13. Deep Enquiry Review with John: Embodying Leadership, Dealing with Conflict, and Facing Fears 23:45

6M ago23:45

23:45

In this conversation, Nathalie and Aaron discuss fear, visibility, success and failure, doing the homework, modelling leadership, defending the idea, conflict and collaboration, inferior and superior capacities, transactional analysis, and individuation. Nathalie and Aaron encourage listeners to practice saying no, manage anxiety through taking sma…

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12. Deep Enquiry Session with John: The Journey To Leadership From Employee to Founder 1:33:48

6M ago1:33:48

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In this Deep Enquiry Interview, we speak with John Kennedy about his transition from working in established companies to starting his own venture. John shares with us his previous professional experiences, including his roles at a digital agency and big tech corporation, and he expresses the challenges he faces in decision-making, prioritising task…

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11. Deep Enquiry Review with Athene: Perfectionism and Obligation verses Spontaneity, Play, and Getting Unstuck 23:50

6M ago23:50

23:50

In this conversation, Nathalie and Aaron reflect on their discussion with Athene and identify key themes. They explore the concept of rewriting laws and frameworks received from our culture and society. They discuss the obligations and duties that can overshadow personal desires, as well as the importance of creating space and time for oneself. The…

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10. Deep Enquiry Session with Athene: On Being Stuck and Managing Family and Professional Life 1:14:52

6M ago1:14:52

1:14:52

In this conversation, Athene discusses her life course and the challenges she faces in her career as a general practitioner. She expresses feelings of being stuck and overworked, and discusses the impact it has on her personal life as a first-time mother. Athene seeks clarity and insights to help her make decisions about her career and find a bette…

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9. Champion Review with Lisa Marchiano: The Slow Burn, Finding Your Voice, and Holding Paradox 24:12

7M ago24:12

24:12

Following their interview withLisa Marchiano, Aaron and Nathalie explore the concepts of the slow burn, where ideas and passions take time to develop and come to fruition. The conversation highlights the importance of holding paradox, the power of midlife, and the wisdom that comes with depth psychology. It also emphasizes the value of taking actio…

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8. Champion Interview with Lisa Marchiano: Jungian Analyst, Co-Host of This Jungian Life, and Author of The Vital Spark 1:09:44

7M ago1:09:44

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In this interview, Lisa Marchiano, a Jungian analyst and author, delves into her personal and professional journey, discussing her background, books, and the surprising experiences she has encountered. Lisa reflects on a formative experience that shaped her understanding of paradox and individuation. She shares insights into the challenges she face…

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7. Champion Review with Alison Coward: Moving From Mind To Body and Exchanging Perfectionism for Self Compassion 19:45

7M ago19:45

19:45

In this conversation, Nathalie and Aaron discuss their key takeaways from their conversation with Alison Coward. They explore themes such as continuous improvement and compassionate growth, transformation and self-exploration, managing different aspects of self, the coexistence of different aspects of self, creating environments for self-inquiry, e…

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6. Champion Interview with Alison Coward: Founder of Bracket and Author of Workshop Culture: A Guide to Building Teams That Thrive 1:08:08

7M ago1:08:08

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In this conversation, Alison Coward shares her journey of navigating challenges, including the pivotal moment of an autoimmune diagnosis that prompted a reevaluation of her lifestyle. Alison emphasises the importance of body awareness and self-compassion in making sustainable changes. Reflecting on the disparity between others' perceptions of her a…

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5. Champion Review with SJ Watson: Finding a Calling, Dealing With Inner Criticism, and Defining Success. 32:37

7M ago32:37

32:37

Following their interview with S J Watson, Nathalie and Aaron explore themes such as finding one's vocational calling and the influence of early relationships. They delve into the definition of success and the relationship between pain and creativity, discussing the impact of external validation and the importance of valuing oneself beyond success.…

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4. Champion Interview with SJ Watson: Bestselling Author of Before I Go to Sleep 1:17:15

7M ago1:17:15

1:17:15

Today we’re speaking with Steve Watson, better known as the author S.J. Watson. While working as an audiologist for the NHS we wrote his best-selling psychological thriller Before I Go to Sleep, which achieved international acclaim and was adapted into a film starring Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth. Watson's work is celebrated for its gripping explo…

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3. Champion Review with Dr Ros Watts: Pivoting Careers, Moments for Action, and Creating Community 34:15

7M ago34:15

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Today Nathalie and Aaron review the key themes, dynamics and principles from their interview with Dr. Ros Watts in the previous episode, where you can find further details in the show notes. Dr. Watts is a clinical psychologist and researcher, renowned for her groundbreaking work in psychedelic therapy, particularly with psilocybin-assisted treatme…

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2. Champion Interview with Dr Ros Watts: Psychedelics Researcher and Founder of ACER Integration 1:24:22

7M ago1:24:22

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Today we’re speaking with Dr. Ros Watts, a clinical psychologist and researcher, renowned for her groundbreaking work in psychedelic therapy, particularly with psilocybin-assisted treatments. Having led the pioneering psilocybin research program at Imperial College London, Ros has co-authored scientific papers exploring the therapeutic potential of…

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1. Welcome to Time To Show Up: Your podcast for professional and personal flourishing 5:59

8M ago5:59

5:59

Welcome to Time To Show Up, a unique podcast and video series that ventures behind the scenes of professional success, to explore how we can deploy our deepest values into our professional lives. Hosted by best-selling author, Nathalie Nahai, and renowned Psychotherapist, Dr Aaron Balick, we interview professionals from the worlds of music, marketi…

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26. Champion Interview with John Lloyd: Unlocking The Secret To a Fulfilling Life 1:21:59

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25. Hot Seat Interview with Pete: Letting Go of the Inner Critic 1:04:06

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24. Hot Seat Interview with Vicente: Finding Freedom in the Unknown 58:57

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23. Hot Seat Interview with Masha: Embracing Boredom and Creativity 1:11:11

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22. Season Finale: Overcoming Challenges, Finding Drive & Taking Action 24:30

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21. Champion Review with Oliver Burkeman: The Value (or not) of Self-Help, The Paradox of Productivity, and Ending Where You Started. 22:55

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20. Champion Interview with Oliver Burkeman: Journalist and Best-Selling Author of 4000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals 1:15:18

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19. Champion Review with Brian Solis: Motivation Verses Hinderance and Pivoting In Midlife 20:51

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18. Champion Interview with Brian Solis: Futurist, Digital Anthropologist, and Best Selling Author 1:11:13

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17. Champion Review with Hamed Sinno: The Ineffability of Creativity, Dealing with Sensitivity, and Music as Personal Expression in the Public Domain 23:39

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16. Champion Interview with Hamed Sinno: Composer, Musician, and former lead singer of Lebanese Alt Rock Band, Mashrou’ Leila. 1:04:12

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15. Deep Enquiry Review with Antonio: Taking Risks, Asking For Help, and Managing Distraction 22:49

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14. Deep Enquiry Interview with Antonio: The Courage to Be Creative 1:17:49

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13. Deep Enquiry Review with John: Embodying Leadership, Dealing with Conflict, and Facing Fears 23:45

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12. Deep Enquiry Session with John: The Journey To Leadership From Employee to Founder 1:33:48

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11. Deep Enquiry Review with Athene: Perfectionism and Obligation verses Spontaneity, Play, and Getting Unstuck 23:50

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10. Deep Enquiry Session with Athene: On Being Stuck and Managing Family and Professional Life 1:14:52

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9. Champion Review with Lisa Marchiano: The Slow Burn, Finding Your Voice, and Holding Paradox 24:12

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8. Champion Interview with Lisa Marchiano: Jungian Analyst, Co-Host of This Jungian Life, and Author of The Vital Spark 1:09:44

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7. Champion Review with Alison Coward: Moving From Mind To Body and Exchanging Perfectionism for Self Compassion 19:45

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6. Champion Interview with Alison Coward: Founder of Bracket and Author of Workshop Culture: A Guide to Building Teams That Thrive 1:08:08

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5. Champion Review with SJ Watson: Finding a Calling, Dealing With Inner Criticism, and Defining Success. 32:37

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4. Champion Interview with SJ Watson: Bestselling Author of Before I Go to Sleep 1:17:15

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3. Champion Review with Dr Ros Watts: Pivoting Careers, Moments for Action, and Creating Community 34:15

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2. Champion Interview with Dr Ros Watts: Psychedelics Researcher and Founder of ACER Integration 1:24:22

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1. Welcome to Time To Show Up: Your podcast for professional and personal flourishing 5:59

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