Best Kristin Keen Podcasts (2024)

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Do you recognize your Powerful Self? 27:50

1M ago27:50

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Do you allow distraction to interfere with living your passion and knowing your True Self? Support the Show. Kristine's website: www.kristinekieland.com Renee's website: www.reneekeeneintuitive.comBy Kristine Kieland & Renee Keene

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The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah 26:26

1d ago26:26

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Send us a text The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah follows the Martinelli family as they have to leave their family farm and move to California to survive the dust bowl. This is hands down my favorite Kristin Hannah book. I realized I knew very little about the Oakies and their treatmentand I also loved the mother daughter relationship in this book. S…

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September Hot Take: It's Finally HERE! 14:17

3d ago14:17

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“For all the bold leaders embracing a more human-centered approach and performing at the highest levels, your choices impact and influence your colleagues, families, and communities, that's a win for us all.” This is just a small snippet from the dedication of The Empathy Dilemma which is out today! I am so excited to share this book with all of yo…

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NEW - An Interview from the Persistence U Podcast 54:43

3d ago54:43

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I was recently interviewed by a podcast entitled "Persistence U" by Lizbeth Meredith. Persistence U covers all manner of survivor stories. Take a listen when you have time. Here is my interview with the host, Lizbeth Meredith. Once you have heard it, I hope you felt rewarded for listening to our interview. It is a mix of my daughter's tragedy, but …

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Leading with Empathy: Nicole Thomas's Trailblazing Journey in Healthcare 1:13:13

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When was the last time someone’s story truly inspired you to make a positive difference? In this captivating episode of “Rethreading Lives,” host Kristin Keen plunges into the remarkable journey of Nicole Thomas, the first African American woman to lead as President of The Baptist Hospital Jacksonville. Nicole outlines her pioneering journey to her…

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Book Reviews: August 14:34

8d ago14:34

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Send us a text This month I was able to read 9 books: The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winters How to solve your own Murder by Kristin Perrin As Long as the Lemon Tree Grows by Zoulfa Katouh And The Sky Bled by S Hati The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson A Sorceress Comes to Call by T Kingfisher Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe In this video I will be rev…

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Lisa Waldon Pt 2 of 2 - The Most Horrific Marital Abuse 1:01:59

9d ago1:01:59

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The two episodes in this story come with content warnings. This is part two. You may find when listening to this story that the content is too intense for you. If that becomes the case, I strongly urge you: do not continue listening. The descriptions tell of the intense emotional and physical abuse a husband put upon his wife. I thought many times …

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Dr. Yosi Amram: How Spiritual Intelligence Makes You a Better Leader 42:24

10d ago42:24

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Today, I have a wonderful conversation with Dr. Yosi Amram, author of Spiritually Intelligent Leaders: How to Inspire by Being Inspired. We talk about what spiritual intelligence is and how it compares to emotional intelligence, how it is not limited to a religious doctrine or even a spiritual belief in God, and how it contributes to effective lead…

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Lisa Waldon Pt 1 of 2 - The Most Horrific Marital Abuse 55:15

10d ago55:15

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The two episodes in this story come with content warnings. This is part one. You may find when listening to this story that the content is too intense for you. If that becomes the case, I strongly urge you: do not continue listening. The descriptions tell of the intense emotional and physical abuse a husband put upon his wife. I thought many times …

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Living Intentionally with the Time You’ve Been Given 13:18

10d ago13:18

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Just under four years ago, Michael Howland received a devastating diagnosis that would alter his life and the lives of his family members forever. Through a routine trip to the dentist, Michael’s physicians discovered a rare and terminal heart condition that required radical changes to his diet, lifestyle, and, more importantly, his perspective on …

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The Measure by Nikki Erick 21:38

15d ago21:38

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Send us a text If you were given a box with box that when you opened it would tell you how long you would live, would you open it? That is the question that is explored in "The Measure". This book explores the ideas and fears that we had during the pandemic. In this episode we will look at the plot, characters, and themes explored in the book The M…

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Markus van Alphen: Observational Listening and Being an Excellent Leader 34:14

17d ago34:14

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What makes an excellent leader? Today my guest shares why he believes that leaders who develop their empathy and emotional intelligence are not just better leaders – they become excellent leaders. An excellent leader looks after their own wellbeing by looking after the wellbeing of the people they lead. Markus van Alphen is a leadership psychologis…

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NEW - "Abigail" - Her Boyfriend was a Serial Rapist. 1:03:54

17d ago1:03:54

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Abigail was 18 when she met him. She was taken by the idea that he played in a very well-known Seattle band. The idea that he wanted to pay attention to her thrilled Abigail. By the way, this man was 28. See how a young woman who trusted someone she didn't know well was lured into a hyper-unhealthy relationship. She learned the hard way about what …

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Michael Howland: A Life of Service, Vulnerability, and Facing a Rare Heart Condition 1:11:18

18d ago1:11:18

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What if you were given six months to live? What if you knew that you had an incurable disease, and the end was inevitable? We sometimes ask these questions in theory, but this is Michael Holand's reality. Join us for a conversation with Michael about how this diagnosis has affected his perspective on life and how he makes the time he has even more …

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Kristine Scott: How to Resolve Conflict with Angry Customers or Colleagues 39:30

24d ago39:30

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According to a CPP global human capital study, 89% of employees let their conflicts with co-workers escalate. My guest today, Kristine Scott, is out to build a future where the energy of conflict gets harnessed to create pro-social change, not division. Kristine shares how she got into this work of coaching teams on how to resolve conflict and what…

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What You Should Do Before Leaving Your Abuser! 15:17

24d ago15:17

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I was urged to run this episode again. IT'S THAT POWERFUL! So, it's back once more! One of our well-informed WHEN DATING HURTS listeners sent me an email with a list of things you must do before leaving your abuser. In this episode, you will hear the kinds of items a domestic violence counselor will tell you while figuring out your escape plan to s…

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The Measure of Time - The Weight of Intentional Living 13:39

25d ago13:39

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Have you ever been scrolling on your phone or watching TV and realized you've been sitting in the same position for hours? Have you ever said to yourself,” Well, that was a waste of time”? We’ve all been there. Today's discussion is all about how to use your time intentionally and thoughtfully. We are recapping our conversation with Joel Chamberlai…

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Empathy Under Pressure: 2024 State of Workplace Empathy (Part 1) with Rae Shanahan 30:01

29d ago30:01

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Welcome to a special episode brought to you by the great folks at Businessolver! Their annual State of Workplace Empathy Report has been my go-to for years in finding out exactly how everyone from CEOs to employees thinks and feels about empathy in the workplace. The 2024 report offers so much valuable information to help all of us navigate the new…

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Real Americans by Rachel Chong 19:36

29d ago19:36

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Send us a text Real Americans is one of my favorite reads from this year. I love how the author explores topics and lets the reader draw their own conclusions throughout the story. In this episode we will discuss the plot, character, and themes of the novel. We will specifically discuss family, wealth, time, and race.…

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August Hot Take: Joy as a Performance Catalyst 15:48

1M ago15:48

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Only 1 month away from the birthday of The Empathy Dilemma! I am so excited to share with you the last pillar today - joy. What the heck does joy have to do with empathy or high performance? Well, joy is where many leaders get stuck. When we talk about joy at work, it means ensuring people enjoy their work, encouraging work friendships, and creatin…

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J.D.McCabe - Survivor of Wife's Attempts to Poison Him. 1:07:34

1M ago1:07:34

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There are so few instances when a man has come forward to tell his story of marital abuse. In this case, he was almost murdered. That is why we decided to reprise this story. It is so compelling. We apologize for some of the buzzing on this track, and we hope it does not interfere with your listening to it. J.D. McCabe maintained a loving relations…

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Time is the Seed You Sow, Your Purpose is the Harvest ft. Joel Chamberlain 1:03:28

1M ago1:03:28

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We all have been given a finite amount of time on this earth. How can you take the time to enrich the community and expand your purpose? That's one of the questions I will answer in this conversation with Joel Chamberlain, a loving husband and father and successful accountant-turned-entrepreneur. From a young age, Joel’s grandfather instilled a fou…

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July Wrap Up 16:47

1M ago16:47

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Send us a text In this episode I will be talking about the ten books I read this month The three books in The Broken Earth Trilogy by N. K. Jemisin The Near Witch by V. E. Schwab Funny Story by Emily Henry The Maid by Nita Prose Normal People by Sally Rooney Dark Matter by Blake Crouch The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown This is a no spoilers episode…

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Safaa Charafi: Spatial Justice and Building Inclusive Cities 37:24

1M ago37:24

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What are inclusive cities? How can we shape our cities to be more inclusive for individuals and organizations? Too often, we take things for granted when designing cities and don't realize how they actually may not work for many of our citizens. Whether it's public transport, green spaces, or even how we decide what to plow first after a snowstorm …

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Maggie's 16-year-old Daughter was Caught in a Dating Violence Relationship 50:41

1M ago50:41

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Living in Ontario, Canada a few years ago, Maggie and her husband were wondering what was going on with Alyssa. They saw bothersome warning signs around her, but Alyssa's parents were at a loss trying to figure out exactly what was going on. Alyssa had dropped out of many school activities, she stopped interacting with friends, she changed the way …

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The Hard Road from Criminal to Community Interventionist 15:54

1M ago15:54

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Have you ever had a moment or experience that completely changed the direction of your life? Such is the case with Bishop Mark McGuire, who, from the age of 13, became a drug addict, criminal, and eventually, associated with human trafficking. God radically intervened through an arrest and incarceration to transform Mark's life and redirect his pur…

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House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas 29:09

1M ago29:09

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Send us a text While this was not my favorite installment of the series, there is still a lot of interesting things to talk about in this episode. Some come join me as we unpack the final book in the Crescent City Saga, House of Flame and Shadow.By Sam

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Jim Wharton: How Fostering Empathy with Animals Encourages Conservation 28:17

2M ago28:17

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Let me be clear: Humans ARE animals. Empathy for animals is not about thinking they're cute. It's about creating a strong connection where we understand their unique needs and habitats so we can be part of the solution to increase biodiversity, avoid extinction, and promote a healthy planet for ALL of us. Today, I am delighted to speak to Jim Whart…

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NEW - "Josephine" - Survivor of Multifaceted Forms of Abuse. 1:18:57

2M ago1:18:57

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With survivor stories, it is so disturbing to hear what one person has done to another person. In these stories, it is always an ongoing pattern or campaign. It’s never just one instance or one awful act. In this episode, we speak with Josephine. She will tell us about childhood abuse, intimate partner, violence, psychological abuse, sexual assault…

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From Beautiful Monster to Made Beautiful: Mark McGuire’s Story of Transformed Purpose 1:20:18

2M ago1:20:18

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Have you ever experienced a radical shift in the direction you were going in life? Have you ever encountered a moment so impactful that your entire perspective changed in an instant? Meet Bishop Mark McGuire, the Director of Discipleship, Outreach, and Evangelism at the Potter’s House and active gang prevention agent. As a self-proclaimed hope-push…

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Crescent City Two: House of Sky and Breath 23:01

2M ago23:01

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Send us a text In this episode of the podcast we will be discussing Crescent City Two House of Sky and Breathe. We will talk about each character's arc and how they bring the plot together. We will also be discussing the themes and hopes I have for book 3.By Sam

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Tim Leon: The Return on Empathy for Brands and Marketers 31:48

2M ago31:48

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Empathetic marketing is having a moment. But really, this trend has been a long time coming. Buyers today are savvy, everything is available online, and they have no patience for brands that don't understand them or their needs. My guest today, Tim Leon, coined the term Return on Empathy and talks about all that companies gain when they engage in m…

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Hera - Psychopathic Ex-boyfriend did more than Murder Her Son 49:06

2M ago49:06

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This is Hera’s story. On Oct. 20, 2012, Hera McLeod’s ex-boyfriend murdered her 15-month-old son. He killed him to get more than $500,000 in life insurance. Few of our episodes have more twists and turns than this one. You will not be able to guess what Hera discovered about her psychopath ex-boyfriend. He was a predator beyond our wildest nightmar…

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Crescent City 1: House of Earth and Blood 23:00

2M ago23:00

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Send us a text This video discusses the book Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood. We will be breaking down the plot, discussing character growth, analyzing themes, and going over questions I have about book 2. I hope you enjoy this video and happy readingBy Sam

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NEW - "Kathleen" - Pt 2 of 2 - She Suffered from More than One Abusive Relationship 57:44

2M ago57:44

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This is part two of our two part interview with Kathleen. She will tell us about more than one ill-fated relationship with the men she dated. With the last one, she became pregnant. That is when all of his abusive behavior, selfish style, and narcissistic personality was on full display. We will see the many times she gave second chances to her boy…

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Barbara Huelat: Empathy for Dementia Caregivers and Effective Interventions 35:37

2M ago35:37

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According to the NIH, an estimated 6.7M Americans 65+ are living with Alzheimer's dementia. This number could grow to 13.8 million by 2060 barring the development of medical breakthroughs. Today, you'll learn why dementia is not a disease, but a symptom, and what caregivers go through, experience, and need - especially from their managers and workp…

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NEW - "Kathleen" - Pt 1 of 2 - She Suffered from More than One Abusive Relationship 56:22

2M ago56:22

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This is part one of our two part interview with Kathleen. She will tell us about more than one ill-fated relationship with the men she dated. With the last one, she became pregnant. That is when all of his abusive behavior, selfish style, and narcissistic personality was on full display. We will see the many times she gave second chances to her boy…

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Yumi and The Nightmare Painter by Brandon Sanderson 27:36

2M ago27:36

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Send us a text In this episode we will explore the themes of Yumi and the Nightmare Painter. This was my favorite of the secret projects and possibly my favorite Brando Sando novel. I loved the themes and ideas of this book. So come listen to my review of Yumi.By Sam

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July Hot Take: How Thoughtful Decisiveness Shows Your Team Empathy 18:49

2M ago18:49

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Today we're diving into Pillar Four of the 5 Pillars of Effective Empathetic Leadership featured in the new book coming September 10, The Empathy Dilemma - Decisiveness. Yes, factoring in various viewpoints is the way forward for empathetic leaders - and enables us to see more opportunities and avoid more risks. But we must combine that with swift …

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NEW - Reviewing Critical Warning Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship and More! 40:03

2M ago40:03

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In this special episode, we examine 10 classic warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. We also take another look at "The Template Every Abuser Follows". Then we talk about the many differences between a healthy and an unhealthy relationship. Within this episode, we describe what dating abuse and domestic violence are. NOTE: If you are a survivo…

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Rethreading Recap - Kristin's Favorite Moments from Season One 13:00

2M ago13:00

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Can you believe that’s already a wrap for the first season of Retreading Lives? It’s been a journey of tears, hard conversations, and seemingly impossible situations. However, the transformative power of the Rethreaded Process has shone through, filling these moments with hope and optimism. We’ve discussed challenging topics and witnessed how this …

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Super-Informative Interview w/ "Narcissist Apocalypse" podcast host, Brandon Chadwick. 43:41

2M ago43:41

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This time, I am interviewing Brandon Chadwick, the esteemed host of Narcissist Apocalypse podcast. Narcissist Apocalypse is a raw and unfiltered podcast that gives a voice to survivors of domestic violence. Brandon Chadwick has been interviewing guests since 2019. Specifically, interviewing survivors of narcissistic and domestic violence abuse. Bra…

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Esther Goldenberg: Imagining Deborah's Untold Story with Empathy 43:46

2M ago43:46

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What does it mean to tap into empathy and reimagine the life and experiences of someone only mentioned in a few sentences in history, whose story remains untold? My guest is Esther Goldenberg, educator and author of the Biblical fiction novel, The Scrolls of Deborah. We discuss how a few lines in the Bible sparked Esther's curiosity to imagine this…

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Karen Widdoss - Left for Dead by Her Ex-Boyfriend. 59:40

2M ago59:40

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We reprise a previous episode that deserved to be heard once more for the warning signs that this survivor missed, and the lessons she learned the heard way. Karen Widdoss is a courageous survivor of a murderous assault she suffered when she was a young teen. In the summer of 1994, her ex-boyfriend attacked her and nearly took her life. How she man…

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Season One Wrap-Up - The Rethreaded Process Deep Dive 17:29

2M ago17:29

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As we close out season one of Rethreading Lives, host Kristin Keen looks back on moments and conversations highlighting the power of the Rethreaded Process to expand your sphere of potential. This episode is a little different from the previous season, as we’ll dive deep into each element of the Rethreading Process - Time, Purpose, Vision, Communit…

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No Spoilers: Mid Year Tiered Book Recommendations 16:43

3M ago16:43

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Send us a text We are half way through the year. So here is a tiered ranking of my favorite books of the year. In this podcast I give recommendations for Rom Coms, Historical Fiction, Fantasy and Literary Fiction. Then at the end I give my favorite books for the year.By Sam

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"Charlee" - Pt 2 of 2 - Abused as a Young Child and Later as an Adult Lesbian. 54:22

3M ago54:22

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This is part one of a two-part story My conversation with Charlee touches on areas we have not visited previously. She was born a twin to a mother who disliked children. Her twin brother might have had it worse because her mother hated men. It is debatable who made Charlee's younger years more miserable: her mother, her alcoholic, father, her sexua…

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Dr. Nicole Price: From Engineer to Empathy Revolutionary 44:27

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How do you get analytical, process-driven people like engineers, lawyers, and doctors to see the value of empathy and human connection? It's not that they CAN'T embrace it. It's just that they see the world and how to solve problems differently. My guest, Dr. Nicole Price believes two things: 1) everyone wants to do a good job and 2) empathetic lea…

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"Charlee" - Pt 1 of 2 - Abused as a Young Child and Later as an Adult Lesbian. 53:55

3M ago53:55

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This is part one of a two-part story My conversation with Charlee touches on areas we have not visited previously. She was born a twin to a mother who disliked children. Her twin brother might have had it worse because her mother hated men. It is debatable who made Charlee's younger years more miserable: her mother, her alcoholic, father, her sexua…

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The Huntress by Kate Quinn 20:46

3M ago20:46

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Send us a text The Huntress is multi pov historical fiction that follows Jordan, Nina, and Ian. Jordan Mc Bride is a 17 year old girl who is getting ready to graduate from high school and figure out her life when her father meets Anna and they get married. Nina is a young girl from the middle of no where Russia who becomes a fighter pilot during Wo…

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