Best Dr Jenn Kennedy Podcasts (2024)

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Pleasure and Intimacy with Sex Therapist Dr. Jenn Kennedy 49:59

4d ago49:59

49:59

How can you have satisfying sex and feel more pleasure? More sensuality? In this episode, Diana welcomes Dr. Jenn Kennedy, a board-certified sex therapist, to explore ways to experience more pleasure and intimacy with our partner(s). Dr. Kennedy shares insights from her extensive experience with individuals and couples, including LGBTQ communities.…

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Pleasure vs. Desire 21:13

7d ago21:13

21:13

In this episode Dr. Jenn delineates Pleasure from. Desire. She unpacks the various combinations of situations where desire and/or pleasure come into play and examines why each is valuable. Pleasure Before Desire: Sometimes, pleasure can be experienced without prior desire, such as unexpected joy from a spontaneous event. This type of pleasure can e…

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(Replay) Wake Up, Slow Down, and Resist Busyness 42:21

22m ago42:21

42:21

In this replay episode, Dr. Diana Hill shares lessons from a family retreat at Plum Village Monastery. Diana shares the top 6 lessons she learned. You don’t have to go to a monastery to find peace of mind because, as Thich Nhat Hanh teaches, “Happiness is here and now.” Listen and learn Why We Should Look For A Path, Not A Pill The Three Beneficial…

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Treating the Body Holistically with Dr. Michael Karlfeldt 35:58

21h ago35:58

35:58

Understanding the body's natural healing potential is crucial in the fight against cancer. While cancer disrupts the body’s balance, the body's innate healing abilities can combat the disease when properly supported. Integrative approaches that include nutrition, emotional health, and spiritual well-being can boost the body’s healing capabilities a…

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The Future of Wise Leadership with Dr. Emma Sappälä 45:49

10d ago45:49

45:49

In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill and Dr. Emma Seppälä explore the true essence of wise leadership. They discuss common misconceptions about leadership, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, compassion, and positive energy. Listen and Learn: The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Positive Leadership and Energy …

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Designing Your Perfect Movement Plan with Katy Bowman 52:55

17d ago52:55

52:55

On this episode of the Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill discusses with biomechanist and best-selling author Katy Bowman about how to design a personalized movement plan that aligns with one’s values and bodily needs. They delve into the concept of 'nutritious movement,' exploring movement calories, macro and micronutrients, while highlighting the i…

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A Doctor's Journey into Functional Medicine with Dr. Jenn Simmons 44:44

22d ago44:44

44:44

Traditional breast cancer treatments often concentrate on managing the symptoms and eliminating cancer cells rather than addressing the underlying causes. This approach can overlook important factors like nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental concerns. In contrast, Functional Medicine aims to enhance overall well-being and reduce the risk of recu…

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6 Ways to Boost Your Creativity 21:48

25d ago21:48

21:48

Creativity makes us feel alive, open, and expansive. It’s also one of the most essential skills you can have when solving complex problems and adapting to changing times. Yet we live in a world where creativity is undervalued, and we block ourselves from being creative by playing small or quitting when things get uncomfortable. In this skill-buildi…

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Creativity, Comedy, and Letting It Be Bad With “The Daily Show’s” Sarah Hamblin 48:01

1M ago48:01

48:01

Are you yearning to express something, create something, or tell a story? The creative process isn’t easy and it involves entertaining a lot of bad ideas before you get to great ones. In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill sits down with Sarah Hamblin, a writer and director for The Daily Show. They explore her journey to creative innovative sketches that …

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Connecting with the Environment in Italy with Dr. Christine Schaffner 28:13

1M ago28:13

28:13

Plant stem cells are transforming the health and beauty industries due to their powerful regenerative properties. The process of using plant stem cells begins with selecting specific plants known for their beneficial properties and extracting them from the plant’s buds, where the most potent and undifferentiated cells are found. It’s an intentional…

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Vulnerability 24:21

1M ago24:21

24:21

In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks about vulnerability. This is something that shows up both in your platonic and romantic relationships. Most of us, in theory, really want vulnerability. But dismantling our own obstacles and showing up wholeheartedly in relationship is challenging. Often times, in couples counseling, both parties in the relationship …

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3 Simple Tips to Turn Your Energy Around Each Day 15:27

1M ago15:27

15:27

Sometimes, more isn’t more when putting your energy toward your values. If you are a high achiever or like to put your all into things, you must become more skillful and strategic about using your effort. In this skill-building episode, Diana Hill offers three simple but impactful tips to rebuild your energy to keep doing what you love without burn…

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Designing Positive Impact Work and a Vision for Tomorrow With Brendan Kiernan 1:00:13

2M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Are you engaging in meaningful work that benefits you and has a positive impact on the world around you? Brendan Kiernan of Helo.tv is a visionary in the media industry transitioning towards purposeful, positive-impact projects. Exploring the intersections of psychology, AI, and climate change, this episode delves into Kiernan’s journey from a conv…

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Guest: Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers: How Shame Affects Desire 50:47

2M ago50:47

50:47

In this episode, Dr. Jenn sits down with Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers - a brilliant Ph.D., LMFT, Sex Therapist and author. This episode mainly explores shame, which is at the core of so much sexual dysfunction. They discuss: The roots of shame and how it can present in your sex life/relationships How the political and cultural climate can affect shame…

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Living Life on Your Own Terms With Michael Herold (Real Play) 43:35

2M ago43:35

43:35

Michael Herold is a confidence coach, public speaker, and ACT specialist. He also has a neuromuscular condition that may necessitate him leaving his beloved life in Vienna soon. In this real play, Dr. Diana Hill and Michael explore what it would look like to live life on his own terms. Listen and learn: Why it’s helpful to write your own nightmare …

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Detoxing Effectively with Loretta Friedman 32:04

2M ago32:04

32:04

In this day and age, we face an overwhelming amount of toxins. These toxins accumulate in the body from various sources, ranging from air and water pollutants to chemicals found in our food and everyday products. When the body struggles to eliminate this toxic overload, it can lead to chronic inflammation and a variety of other health issues. Remov…

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Guest: Roylin Downs: Toys for the Big Kids 51:58

2M ago51:58

51:58

In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks to Roylin Downs, owner of Trystology -- an online and brick and mortar sex toy store. She offers a unique perspective on what customers are seeking when they shop for erotic play. We discuss: - Crowd pleasers (favorite toys) - Options for men, women and couples play - How to know your toy is high quality and safe - H…

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How to Use a Mantra with Dr. Diana Hill 16:24

2M ago16:24

16:24

Ever wonder what a mantra is and how to use one? In this skill-building episode, Dr. Diana Hill shares the emerging science behind mantras, offers some simple ones to try, and shows you how to design your own. Listen and learn: The impact of mantra on your brain Simple secular mantras you can try out right away How to set up a formal and informal m…

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Sex After 50 31:20

2M ago31:20

31:20

In this episode, Dr. Jenn discusses considerations for both individuals and couples who are over 50 and wanting a vibrant s*x life. She breaks down the biological, psychological and interpersonal considerations that influence the 50 + set and discusses how this shows up clinically. Dr. Jenn also normalizes the issues that arise for people in this s…

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How to Build Secure Relationships in an Insecure World With Dr. Ann Kelley 44:21

2M ago44:21

44:21

What does it mean to interact in a secure way from a centered, wise space? According to Dr. Ann Kelley, co-author of Secure Relating and co-host of the popular podcast Therapist Uncensored, we all move in and out of secure and insecure patterns in our relationships. Ann’s modern take on attachment theory moves us from rigid categories into a more d…

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Trapped By Your Own Success? Embrace Values and Commitment with Jennie Nash (Real Play) 40:06

3M ago40:06

40:06

In this real play, Dr. Diana Hill is joined by workshop participant Jennie Nash live from a Blue Spirit Costa Rica retreat. Together, they navigate Jennie Nash’s feelings of being trapped by her own success amidst celebrating significant personal milestones and leading a successful business that trains and certifies book coaches. Through exploring …

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From Symptom Stack to Bioenergetic Healing with Heather Gray 29:02

3M ago29:02

29:02

Chronic conditions are becoming increasingly common, often influenced by a combination of factors like stress, environment, lifestyle, and genetics. These conditions often present as a complex stacking of symptoms that go beyond the physical, highlighting the need to understand and address the underlying root cause that started the whole chain reac…

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Guest: Jennifer Love: Money & Relationships 45:07

3M ago45:07

45:07

Jennifer Love is a wealth alchemist, money therapist and the CEO of LivWeal Institute. Since 2001, she has help impact-focused leaders and entrepreneurs go from being spent, stuck, and self-critical to running profitable multi-million dollar businesses—with full confidence, and a deeply nourished life. Jennifer hosts retreats called “Dear Money, Le…

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Kids, Social Media, and Digital Thriving with Dr. Emily Weinstein 52:54

3M ago52:54

52:54

According to Dr. Emily Weinstein, head of Harvard’s Center for Digital Thriving, we are going about it wrong regarding kids and screens. We must stop demonizing technology and take a more critical and optimistic look at its benefits and harms. In this episode, you’ll explore: Misconceptions parents and caregivers have about teens and screens Why th…

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The 'Cooch Ball' and Practices for the Pelvic Floor with Jana Danielson 40:11

3M ago40:11

40:11

Pelvic floor muscles play a vital role in supporting organs such as the bladder, uterus, and rectum, helping to maintain continence and pelvic stability during various activities (standing, walking, and jumping, for example). Engaging in mindful practices, like deep breathing and Pilates, can significantly strengthen these muscles, leading to impro…

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How to Sit With an Uncomfortable Feeling 22:43

3M ago22:43

22:43

We often hear that we need to learn to tolerate uncertainty and be comfortable with our feelings. However, it's not always easy to do so. Dr. Diana Hill shares psychology research, personal experiences, and practical strategies that can help you confront and work with difficult emotions. In this episode, Dr. Hill covers the following topics: Two th…

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Awareness as the Key to Transformation with Suzaita Hipolito 47:57

3M ago47:57

47:57

How can we change something if we’re unaware it needs changing? Too often, we grow ‘comfortable’ with the way things are and overlook the potential for positive change from within. Self-discovery, however, offers a transformative path that helps us see where change is necessary. It allows us to explore our identity, values, and beliefs, leading to …

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Types of Love 24:53

3M ago24:53

24:53

In this episode, Dr. Jenn talks about the eight Types of Love as defined by Sternberg. There are 8 different configurations within relationships, and often times couples (or throuples) have one or two of the elements, but not all three. These elements include - Passion: sexual attraction, lust, flirtation Intimacy: feeling close to, understood by a…

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In This Moment, You Are Enough with Ofosu Jones-Quartey 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

According to Ofosu Jones-Quartey, everyone is deserving of their own love and compassion, because in this moment, you are enough. Inner work is the way we begin to change the world for the better. In this episode, Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Born I, explores the intersection of hip hop, mindfulness, compassion, and human vulnerability. You’ll explore: The…

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How Spirit Drives Health - A Healing Journey with Tanya Abreu 34:08

3M ago34:08

34:08

From nutrition to self-love and kindness, holistic healing fosters a sense of wholeness and resilience by living in the most natural and conscious way possible. It empowers people to be intentional in their care, while creating balance between the mind, body, and spirit. This nurturing lifestyle encourages us to embrace deep connections with oursel…

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The Confidence To Speak Up with Jane Chapman (Real Play) 24:35

4M ago24:35

24:35

Confidence is defined as the feeling or belief that you can rely on someone or something; firm trust. When we're in an uncomfortable conversation with another person, speaking up requires some inner confidence. In this episode, Diana engages in a real play with Jane Chapman, chef and founder of Communal Table, about developing the inner confidence …

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Guest: Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh: Love by Design 51:49

4M ago51:49

51:49

Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh is a globally renowned author, speaker and thinking partner. Her third book Love by Design: 6 Ingredients to Build a Lifetime of Love is the result of her two-decade-long research on the status of thriving relationships and its key ingredients, namely: attraction, respect, trust, shared vision, compassion, and loving behaviors.…

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Terrain Healing for Cancer and Whole Health with Cindy Kennedy 39:27

4M ago39:27

39:27

The human body operates as an interconnected system, where each part affects the others, contributing to an individual's overall health. Terrain-based healthcare recognizes this connection and actively works to address imbalances within the body. This holistic approach considers all facets of health, including physical, mental, and social aspects, …

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How to Use ACT to Help Adolescents Thrive With Dr. Louise Hayes 57:12

4M ago57:12

57:12

How do we help our teenagers thrive? World-renown ACT expert Louise Hayes, discusses how parents, caregivers and educators can help teens discover their values, navigate friendships, take healthy risks and manage technology. Dr. Hayes applies her DNA-V model from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a guide we can use in supporting teens navigate t…

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What To Do When You Feel Like You Don’t Have Enough Time 14:51

4M ago14:51

14:51

Many of us feel like we don’t have enough time, so we rush through life, feeling scattered and dissatisfied. On the flip side, we put off things that matter to us because we think we have all the time in the world to get to them. Dr. Diana Hill shares ideas about: What science shows about happiness and free time Why giving away time gives you more …

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Confidence: How it Affects Your S*x Life 38:10

4M ago38:10

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Confidence is a HUGE factor in your intimate life. It is a reflection of both how you feel about yourself and how confident you feel in your relationship and toward your partner. In this episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy looks at historical messages and experiences to see how they impacts how attractive you feel and confident you act. Confidence is affecte…

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The Critical Process of Mineral Absorption with Barton Scott | Wellness Sherpa 53:34

4M ago53:34

53:34

Mineral absorption is the critical process where essential minerals, such as iron, calcium, and magnesium, are taken up from the diet and utilized throughout the body. Various factors such as gut health, medications, and diet can interfere with mineral absorption - which can lead to deficiencies and cause a wide range of health issues. It’s importa…

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What Do We Really Yearn For With PBT and ACT Founders Steven Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi 54:42

4M ago54:42

54:42

What do you really yearn for? According to Steven Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi, humans have 6 core yearnings that guide our behavior towards or away from psychological flexibility. In this episode, you will explore: Our natural yearnings, how they shape our behaviors and psychological reflexes, and the insight required to align our actions with our c…

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How To Make Energy and Get Stuff Done with Morley Robbins, MBA, CHC | Wellness Sherpa 53:04

4M ago53:04

53:04

Minerals are vital to the human body; while calcium, iron, and potassium often take the spotlight, copper's significance is often overlooked. Copper is involved in many important functions, including energy production, the formation of blood vessels and connective tissues, as well as the maintenance of the nervous and immune systems. The presence o…

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Getting Out of Your Own Way With Jenny Schatzle (Real Play) 44:28

4M ago44:28

44:28

Sometimes, the biggest barrier to living up to your values is you. In this real play, fitness instructor and CEO of Bond Fitness, Jenny Schatzle, shares her mission to change diet culture and help moms radically accept their bodies. Diana Hill uses ACT and compassion-focused interventions to help uncover and transform the hidden barriers to making …

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Guest: Annie Finch: Betrayed Partners 39:05

5M ago39:05

39:05

Betrayal comes in many forms. During this episode, Dr. Jenn talks to Therapist Annie Finch about what common struggles partners face when betrayed. Topics covered include: - Partners feelings of blame - Long term viability after betrayal -Rebuilding trust between partners after infidelity - A personal and relational healing path Annie Finch is an a…

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The Ancient Practice of Energy Healing with Raymon Grace 44:18

5M ago44:18

44:18

Energy healing, an ancient holistic practice, has experienced a surge in popularity as individuals increasingly turn to more natural healing methods. This powerful practice aims to restore balance and harmony by visualizing and directing the unseen life force energy from within and around us, Energy healing addresses not only physical ailments but …

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The One Skill You Need to Grow Wise 19:56

5M ago19:56

19:56

Wise Effort is about putting your energy in places that matter and savoring the good of your life along the way. The Wise Effort show, hosted by Dr. Diana Hill, is for you if you are a high achiever, care about holistic health, believe in science, and are looking for more sustainable and impactful ways of living. In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill gui…

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Gems Of Wisdom For Your Healing Journey | Wellness Sherpa 13:28

5M ago13:28

13:28

Welcome to the Wellness Sherpa podcast! Get to know your host Jenn Payeur as she opens up about the health struggles that led her to discover the healing power of plants and their potential to support holistic well-being. Jenn also shares her hopes and aspirations for this podcast, moving forward, as she and her guests offer valuable insight to ele…

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Dating & S*x 26:23

5M ago26:23

26:23

Dr. Jenn has covered many topics for people in relationships -- this episode is geared toward those who are currently dating or deciding how to get back into the dating scene. She discusses how certain pairings complement one another (in the bedroom) more than others . She also poses and discusses some questions: What is your strategy for dating? D…

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The Hunger Habit With Dr. Judson Brewer 39:44

5M ago39:44

39:44

How can you use neuroscience to break the habit of eating when you are not hungry? Dr. Jud Brewer shares a three-step method to rewire your brain and relationship with food in this episode. Dr. Jud’s thoughts on GLP-1 agonists Dr. Jud leads Diana through his three-step model The “bigger better offer” than eating when not hungry The power of self-co…

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Guest: Dr. Peggy Kleinplatz: Long-Term Spark 43:32

6M ago43:32

43:32

In this episode I interview, Peggy J. Kleinplatz, Ph.D. She is a celebrated author and researcher. Dr. Kleinplatz is Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa. She is a Certified Sex Therapist and Educator. Her research focuses on optimizing sexual experience, with a particular interest in sexual health in older people, the d…

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Brain Health and Exercise Across the Lifespan with Dr. Jenny Etnier 56:16

6M ago56:16

56:16

Dr. Jenny Etneir is a mom, sports coach, and leading researcher in brain health, cognition, and exercise. In this science-packed, practical, and motivating episode, Dr. Etneir shares What youth sports coaches are doing wrong How exercise impacts our cognitive performance What to do if you don’t feel like you have enough time to exercise Cutting-edg…

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Break Through Your Exercise Barriers using ACT with Dr. Jason Lillis 58:23

6M ago58:23

58:23

Everyone knows that exercise is good for you, so why do only a quarter of Americans meet the CDC’s guidelines for physical activity? In this episode, Diana Hill and ACT researcher Jason Lillis tackle some of the most significant barriers to moving your body, including “there are no sidewalks,” “I don’t have enough time,” “I feel guilty for leaving …

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Goal Setting (in the Bedroom) 23:47

6M ago23:47

23:47

If we have a single vision of how sex must go, then we tend to miss out on all the fantastic, pleasing, alternative ways we could have discovered ourselves and/or one another. We feel discouraged when our body doesn’t respond, yet we don’t have flexibility to explore is other ways. This scenario happens much too often. In this episode, I illustrate…

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