Best Kim Bolourtchi Podcasts (2024)

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Why Don't You Listen to Me? (with Raymond Bolourtchi) 28:37

8M ago28:37

28:37

Do you tune out your significant other when you are tired? Do you wonder why your partner rarely seems to hear what you actually said? Do you get SO frustrated that they have time for stupid cat videos but not a 5 minute conversation with you? If you ever wonder why listening to each other is so freaking difficult... this episode is for you. In thi…

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You Don't Need to Fake it 19:26

11M ago19:26

19:26

We are told to be authentic and confident, but to go ahead and "fake it til you make it" if needed. Although widely accepted and even catchy to say, "fake it til you make it" is actually terrible advice, undermining the very things it is supposed to help you achieve. In this week's fiery episode, Kim and Ray hotly debate exactly why it is so damagi…

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I'm Not Ready- with Samantha Bolourtchi 21:06

1y ago21:06

21:06

With one month left until college graduation, senior Samantha Bolourtchi gets real about how she's feeling. In this vulnerable and honest conversation, Sam speaks truth about her college experience interrupted by the pandemic, and the ways it has shaped her. Unrehearsed and barely edited, this is one of my favorite conversations to date.…

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Why I Can't Show You Who I Truly Am (with Ray Bolourtchi) 23:40

1y ago23:40

23:40

85% of us walk around feeling, at some point or another, like we can't show the world who we truly are. For a long time, I was part of that statistic, while in complete denial about the toll it was taking. The reason we feel the need to hide parts of ourselves, and the solution, are not what you think. Listen in as Kim and Ray get real, and talk ca…

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(mis)Communication -with Raymond Bolourtchi 18:49

1+ y ago18:49

18:49

Have you ever said something clearly- and had someone react in a way that leaves you baffled and confused? You might have wondered just HOW they could be so clueless. You wouldn't be alone. And.... it might not be a them issue at all. In the humorous (and personal) premiere of Season 4 of Boldly Stated, Ray and I unpack miscommunication, at work an…

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The Worst Advice You Can Give 12:45

2y ago12:45

12:45

According to an op ed this weekend, telling new graduates to seek "passion and purpose in their work" is the "worst advice" we can give them. In 12 minutes, I attempt to shred every part of this ridiculous argument. Listen in, and decide for yourself.By Kim Bolourtchi

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Body Power- The Secret Confidence Hack 45:22

2y ago45:22

45:22

We've all had those moments when your mind goes blank under pressure. You start to panic- trying to recall what you were thinking about, or what you were going to say or do next. The harder you think about it, grasping for recollection, the worse it gets. What if there was something you could do to regroup and calm down in that moment that didn't i…

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Work Life Balance Doesn't Exist 14:27

2y ago14:27

14:27

If you believe that your life will really improve once you achieve work-life balance, you need to hear this week's Boldly Stated episode. Whether you are running yourself in circles trying to find it, or holding it up as the ultimate goal, you need to know the truth. Work-life balance isn't a real thing. Doesn't exist. Can't be achieved. Listen in …

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Since I Quit Facebook 13:40

2+ y ago13:40

13:40

I could never have imagined what would happen when I finally quit Facebook. If only I would have known sooner. Listen in for the true story behind what took me over the edge, and what happened next.By Kim Bolourtchi

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F*cked Up About Food 41:50

2+ y ago41:50

41:50

Have you ever wondered why so many people are hungry in a country that has an abundance of food, or examined your own beliefs about who deserves to be fed and who doesn't? My conversation this week with Tracey Selingo, Founder of Fork Over Love, is bound to open your eyes and hopefully, your heart. Since its inception on January 8, 2021, Fork Over …

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Dr. Heather Kort- Like it or Not, this Impacts You. 22:31

3y ago22:31

22:31

What if a decision you believe has nothing to do with you turns out to impact the person you love most in the world? This conversation with Dr. Heather Kort will change the way you drive your car home today, and open your eyes to our interconnectedness in this moment- whether we like it or not. A must listen from beginning to end. Listen to your fa…

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From Their Perspective: a Bold Conversation with Samantha, Nick, and Zoe 27:50

3y ago27:50

27:50

We are supposed to be on a break between seasons of Boldly Stated. But, I couldn't pass up the chance to have this powerful conversation, and I definitely couldn't wait to share it with you. In one of my favorite episodes of all time, Sam, Nick, and Zoe share their unfiltered perspectives on navigating the "pandemic" school year as students and you…

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The Inclusion Impasse 11:20

3y ago11:20

11:20

In the final episode of Season 2, Kim shares a unique perspective on the escalating battle over diversity and inclusion education in public schools. Some Rockwood parents really don't want it. The district is committed to providing it. The truth is, the stakes couldn't be higher for the kids. Listen in.…

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Don't Work With Your Spouse, They Said - with guest Raymond Bolourtchi 20:58

3y ago20:58

20:58

I invited my law partner and spouse, Raymond Bolourtchi to be a guest on the show to talk about immigration. As I was about to press "record," we decided to spontaneously change the topic - to why it is difficult to work with your spouse. Buckle up....By Kim Bolourtchi

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Are You Too Polite? 17:55

3y ago17:55

17:55

Politeness is highly valued in American culture, and for generations, children have been taught to be polite at all costs. What happens, though, when research reveals a direct connection between politeness and sexual assault? This episode will make you question our cultural priorities, and the ways we instill fundamental values. CAUTION: This episo…

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Riptide 12:20

3+ y ago12:20

12:20

A few years ago, I got a scary but necessary lesson about the ways we contribute to our own suffering, and what to do about it. I hope it helps you as much as it helped me this week. Listen in.By Kim Bolourtchi

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I Hated Running ... Until 10:19

3+ y ago10:19

10:19

I hated running my whole life. I was really bad at it. It was hard. So, like any rational person, I avoided it at all costs. Then, a year ago, I decided to try it again. The strangest thing happened.By Kim Bolourtchi

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A Heart to Serve 11:45

3+ y ago11:45

11:45

In the midst of a crisis, a private citizen forms a non-profit that has served over 1500 meals in its first 3 weeks. An elected official chooses to hop on a plane to the Ritz in Cancun. Having a duty to serve doesn't mean you will, and an absence of one doesn't mean you won't. In fact, the title has nothing to do with it. Listen in to this week's e…

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Fork Over Love 31:25

3+ y ago31:25

31:25

If you have ever had an idea- but didn't pursue it because you didn't know how to make it happen- you MUST hear this story. Tracey Selingo, founder of Fork Over Love, shares how her idea to support restaurants struggling in the pandemic and feed the hungry in her community has resulted in 1100 meals being served just 6 weeks after organizing- and t…

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Winning at All Costs 12:51

3+ y ago12:51

12:51

My grandpa used to say "it doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's how you play the game." And I was like, "um, nope. Winning matters. Otherwise, what is the point of playing?" Listen in for an inspiring perspective on winning at all costs, and losing with grace.By Kim Bolourtchi

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Deanna Dikeman, Capturing the Moments that Matter 19:22

3+ y ago19:22

19:22

Deanna Dikeman started taking pictures of her parents' waving goodbye from their driveway in Iowa in 1991. What started as simply "a picture" has turned into a body of deeply impactful work that gently encourages us to capture the moments that matter. Deanna's photos have been showcased by Eren Orbey in the New Yorker magazine, and will be the subj…

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Failing Does Not Make You a Failure 12:03

3+ y ago12:03

12:03

The fear of being a failure can be paralyzing - maddeningly so. This week's episode might just be the thing you need to to hear to put things in a new perspective. Listen in. Questions, comments, thoughts? You can always reach me at: kim@boldlystated.com. I love hearing from you.By Kim Bolourtchi

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They Said I Killed Jesus 11:01

3+ y ago11:01

11:01

A must listen episode about taking a stand and choosing sides when you don't want to do either.By Kim Bolourtchi

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Josef Scherer, Top Dog- Why I Work With Dogs that Bite 18:21

3+ y ago18:21

18:21

Josef Scherer is not your typical dog trainer. He specializes in working with aggressive dogs, and he has the scars to prove it. In our conversation, Josef reveals why he risks his own safety to train dogs that bite, and shares stories that will both shock you, and fill you with gratitude. You can reach him at: josef@topdog.com…

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You Are Not Alone 11:41

3+ y ago11:41

11:41

If you are struggling to stay positive, and maybe feeling anxious and depressed but not wanting anyone to know, you aren't alone. My student bravely started a conversation that many others have eagerly joined. Listen in.By Kim Bolourtchi

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Neutral is Not Noble 10:30

3+ y ago10:30

10:30

The Season 2 premiere of Boldly Stated reveals why staying neutral on important issues is far from noble. A respectful conversation doesn't require you to mute yourself- quite the contrary is true. Tune in for some blunt truth about why you must speak up.By Kim Bolourtchi

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A Sparkly Red Catsuit 11:11

3+ y ago11:11

11:11

Have you ever been really desperate to be positively judged? You want to prove that you are worthy, and you are certain that will happen through recognition and approval. You are probably willing to do whatever it takes- if someone will just tell you exactly what that is. The truth is that chasing approval will not land you anywhere good. This week…

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How (NOT) to Talk To Someone When You Disagree 17:58

3+ y ago17:58

17:58

Last week, I allowed a class discussion to go off the rails. I didn't mean for it to happen- but it's amazing how quickly things can deteriorate when emotions are involved. And let's be honest- right now- EMOTIONS ARE INVOLVED! In this week's episode, learn what I did wrong, and 5 steps to position yourself for a really great conversation with ....…

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Jill Farmer - You Were Made for Times Like These 22:33

3+ y ago22:33

22:33

Are you noticing that your old ways of dealing with stress and anxiety are simply NOT WORKING right now? If you feel a bit like hitting your head on a brick wall- my friend Jill Farmer is here at the perfect time. In this week's episode, Jill shares 3 proven strategies for staying steady even as the world feels increasingly chaotic - and- she assur…

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Tracey Selingo- The Real Power Behind Healing : YOU 25:17

3+ y ago25:17

25:17

I used to think that healing required "special" gifts and powers; that certain people were chosen and the rest of us were destined to be, well, basic. So imagine my shock when I learned that was a total fucking lie. In this week's episode, Tracey Selingo tells the truth about healing... and explains how you, yes you, have the power to heal yourself…

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We are screwing this up 10:25

3+ y ago10:25

10:25

Our young people are missing out on a chance to develop grit and resilience- and while we have time to course correct, we need to get to it.By Kim Bolourtchi

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Molly Cofman- Connecting in a Disconnected World 10:43

3+ y ago10:43

10:43

International Yoga Teacher and Doctor of Chinese Medicine Molly Cofman explains why we feel increasingly disconnected from each other- and challenges us all to do ONE simple thing. I'm in!By Kim Bolourtchi

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Josef Scherer - Top Dog 35:47

3+ y ago35:47

35:47

Top Dog trainer Josef Scherer reveals relationship changing truths about the human-dog partnership, and shares advice that is pure gold. Listen in to learn where we go wrong, and how to do better!By Kim Bolourtchi

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Blindspots 9:05

4y ago9:05

9:05

You probably don't know you are doing it. You don't realize it is hurtful. I wonder, if you knew how much damage our communication blind spots are causing others- would you would choose your words differently? I'd like to think so. Listen in for a dose of truth you won't soon forget. My daughter Samantha (a sophomore in college) asked me to release…

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When Judgment Makes You Second Guess Yourself 8:53

4y ago8:53

8:53

Have you ever changed direction after someone gives you their opinion and makes you wonder what the heck you were thinking? Ya, me too. Listen in to find out why it's a huge mistake, and how to stop yourself from doing it again.By Kim Bolourtchi

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How to Know When its Time to Stop Following the Rules 8:50

4y ago8:50

8:50

When the rules are holding you back or making you feel bad about yourself- it might be time to take a good hard look at what is REALLY going on. You might be surprised by what you discover when you ask a few simple questions.By Kim Bolourtchi

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The Truth About Facebook 10:55

4y ago10:55

10:55

If you use Facebook and other social media to help you feel more connected- you are not alone. But here is the thing you need to know. It might actually be having the opposite effect. Listen in... and decide for yourself.By Kim Bolourtchi

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The Perfectionism Trap 9:57

4y ago9:57

9:57

It is SO easy to take responsibility for making everyone happy, and everything perfect. I fel this was my job in some form or another for most of my life. When I failed (and here's a spoiler- I always failed)- I blamed myself for not trying enough or being enough. So. F*cking. Exhausting. I don't do this anymore. I would love to help you not do it …

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