Best Megan Hamilton Podcasts (2024)

1
EP 5: Sulphur Bath ft. Manolis Zontanos 1:16:29

2h ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Manolis Zontanos has spent his life making people laugh so it's no surprise that he had Dan & Alicia in stitches. Enjoy as we explore the world of assisted living and flatulence. Dan & Alicia are 2 great friends who know a ton of talented people. The Almost There Podcast is about bringing you their stories. New episodes every other Thursday.…

1
Embracing failure with Celia Gaze, founder of The Well-being Farm- featuring a llama with a bow-tie 36:12

18h ago36:12

36:12

When you think you’ve hit rock bottom, hand over to your creative brain to get you out of the mess. That’s what Celia Gaze did when she was under the threat of bankrupty. She came up with the idea to put one of her beloved llama’s in bow tie and post the image across social media. It went viral and her Well being Farm hasn’t looked back since. If y…

1
Choosing happiness even when the sky is falling in, with Megan Gillett 29:21

5d ago29:21

29:21

How can we be in the process of losing loved ones and yet still hold on to the joy of living? If you would like to understand how it is possible to go through the painful process of losing a child and yet still be able to look for moments of joy, join Megan Gillett and I as she talks openly about her daughter Nellie, who is living with infantile ML…

1
Chinese Grand Prix Recap 1:07:27

4d ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the Chinese Grand Prix! First, they share their love for the Shanghai racetrack (02:11) and discuss the first sprint race of the season (09:03). Then, they talk about the chaotic Bottas safety car (18:31) that caused a crash between Stroll and Ricciardo (22:53) and Ricciardo’s heated comments afterward (24:45…

1
S4E14 Josh Tovar Talks Leading by Example and Balancing Priorities 52:23

9d ago52:23

52:23

What does it take to lead, particularly, lead a school? Josh Tovar has some ideas. On this episode, Josh talks about what it takes to be a leader of a school, how leading by example and focusing on what's best for kids (not always what's easiest for adults) can have a tremendous impact on a school. Listen here!. . .Josh Tovar is the proud son of Vi…

1
Nutritional support for children with cancer, with Lou Long CEO & Founder of Dylan Strong Foundation 40:29

12d ago40:29

40:29

Why should we be helping children with cancer and their families with nutritional support, and what impact does it have? If you are interested in helping ourselves and others with cancer, listen to this week’s guest is Louise Long CEO and founder of the Dylan Strong Foundation, set up after her young son Dylan died at the age of 7 of a brain tumour…

1
S4E13 Teach Happy: Joyful Living and Teaching with Kim Strobel 41:05

16d ago41:05

41:05

My guest today, Kim Strobel, has a mission: empower teachers to take control of their joy and happiness. Her new book has those two words in the title, Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy. She says that happiness and joy are not the same, and they aren't always present at the same time. On this episode, Kim shared what it truly means to take contro…

1
EP 4: High School Projects ft. Thomas Bodnar 1:05:16

19d ago1:05:16

1:05:16

The music you hear on the Almost There Podcast was created by Alicia's high school friend Thomas Bodnar. Get ready to laugh as we delve into creativity, high school antics and Macro Error. Dan & Alicia are 2 great friends who know a ton of talented people. The Almost There Podcast is about bringing you their stories. New episodes every other Thursd…

1
Nourishing ourselves into greater health and a vibrant life, with Thais Harris, Holistic Nutritionist and Nourish Together founder 40:34

19d ago40:34

40:34

How can we learn to connect with a part of ourselves that wants to be unconditionally seen, loved and cared for, by listening our bodies in a new and more compassionate way? If you are interested in cultivating self-love as a practice that benefits both you and those around you, listen to this week’s guest Thais Harris, Founder and Holistic Nutriti…

1
Japanese Grand Prix Recap 1:03:11

23d ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the heartwarming and exciting Japanese Grand Prix! They start by discussing the immediate crash between Ricciardo and Albon in the first lap (03:07) and look back at Ricciardo’s lackluster results this year (13:22). They look at Logan Sargeant’s spinout toward the end of the race (15:19), post–red flag strate…

1
S4E12 Dr. Dave Schmittou: Always Evolving, Always Learning (ft. Tracey Taylor) 53:35

24d ago53:35

53:35

Dr. Dave Schmittou is one incredible individual. He's worked in just about every area of education, but, as you'll hear, the movement of career was never as important as his continuous evolution as a human and an educator. Even his definition of success, for someone with all the accolades and experience, will surprise you. Listen here! . . . Dave h…

1
Guenther Steiner on F1 in the States, Being a Team Principal, and Starring in ‘DTS’ 28:15

1M ago28:15

28:15

Meg is joined by former team principal and Netflix star Guenther Steiner to discuss his new role as ambassador of the Miami Grand Prix and how Formula 1 is incorporating the American audience in the sport. Then, they hit on Steiner's ‘Drive to Survive’ stardom, talk about his friendships on the grid, his approach as team principal, and then wrap th…

1
S4E11 Pablo Muñoz and the Mission to Improve the Lives of Students 57:49

1M ago57:49

57:49

My guest today is Pablo Muñoz. Pablo has over 30 years of educational experience, 16 of which include his work as a district superintendent. Since then, Pablo has written a book, The Leader's Algorithm, and launched a educational consulting company, Muñoz & Company. Through his work, Pablo continues to stay focused on his mission: improve the lives…

1
Australian Grand Prix Recap 1:06:26

1M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

Meg and Spanners are here and ready to discuss the exciting Australian Grand Prix! First, they talk about their successful manifestations of Max Verstappen not winning another race and his brake issues (03:58). They applaud Carlos Sainz’s performance and Ferrari’s smooth race strategy (08:54), discuss Mercedes’s bad race and Lewis Hamilton’s desire…

1
EP 3: Working It Out ft. Megan Myke & Ryan Visser 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Megan Myke and Ryan Visser are a couple of standup comics, and a couple who split their time between Hamilton and Toronto. How does that work? Dan and Alicia explore. Plus the debut of a new segment called, 'Alicia Turns Us On.' Enjoy. Dan & Alicia are 2 great friends who know a ton of talented people. The Almost There Podcast is about bringing you…

1
What's prison got to do with us- with Behind These Doors author Alex South 40:23

1M ago40:23

40:23

“Why should we care about what goes on in our prisons?” If you are interested in looking at humanity, resilience and the complexity of people, and the conditions, chaos, confusion, compassion & conflict in our prisons, listen to this episode with former Prison Officer Alex South. Alex worked in some of the toughest men’s jails in the UK and is the …

1
How to have a good send-off, with Poppy Mardall, founder of Poppy's Funerals. 37:54

2M ago37:54

37:54

“How can we make funerals really work for us so that our goodbyes meet our needs, reflect our values and our lives?” If you want to learn more about how we can make funerals respectful & reflective of our loved ones whilst minimising their environmental impact, then listen to my guest Poppy Mardall, founder & Chair of Poppy’s Funeral Services that …

1
Saudi Arabia Grand Prix Recap 1:07:03

2M ago1:07:03

1:07:03

Meg and Spanners are back to cover the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix! First, they talk about the impressive debut of eighteen year old Oliver Bearman filling in for Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz (2:15). Then, they discuss Lewis Hamilton’s disappointing performance and the disconnect between his and Mercedes’ strategy (14:40). Later, they address the recent inve…

1
EP 2: The Power of Dance ft. Taylor Hunt 1:22:46

2M ago1:22:46

1:22:46

Dan and Alicia interview professional dancer, Taylor Hunt, and take in some dance of their own at a Star Wars-themed burlesque show in a new segment called Dan and Alicia Go Forth. Dan & Alicia are 2 great friends who know a ton of talented people. The Almost There Podcast is about bringing you their stories. New episodes every other Thursday.…

1
Why public art matters & how it can help our wellbeing, with art consultant Patrica Walsh 36:08

2M ago36:08

36:08

What’s the point of public art and why does it matter? If you’re interested in becoming more engaged and present with the world around you have a listen to this week’s guest Patricia Walsh, public art consultant, who explores the intersections of art and the natural and built environments and shows how it helps us press pause and get present with t…

1
Bahrain Grand Prix Recap 1:06:00

2M ago1:06:00

1:06:00

Meg and Spanners are back with the first race of the season! First, they look at yet another successful performance from Verstappen and Red Bull (02:09), discuss Pérez’s not so great race (07:05), and break down the many car issues from Ferrari (13:47) and Mercedes (22:16). They talk about Albon’s engine issues (32:28), drama between Tsunoda and Ri…

1
2024 Testing Review and Season Preview 1:14:06

2M ago1:14:06

1:14:06

Meg is joined by Spanners to discuss news that allegations against Red Bull's team principal, Christian Horner, were cleared (4:00). Then, they switch gears to break down what we've learned from testing, from Red Bull’s new concept to McLaren’s potential for second best car on the grid (11:50). Later, they preview the Bahrain Grand Prix, talk throu…

1
Indulge in consciously better chocolate, with Prodigy Snacks co-founder Neena Vaswani 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

How can we start to tread more lightly as responsible guardians of our planet, of our bodies, of our businesses? If you are interested in how a chocolate business began making chocolate that’s better for us and better for the planet, listen to this week’s guest Neena Vaswani, co-founder of Prodigy snacks – the B-corp chocolate company that is both …

1
‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’ Season 6, Episodes 6-10 Recap 1:00:44

2M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Meg is joined by Jodi Walker to review Episodes 6-10 of Season 6 of ‘Drive to Survive.’ They kick things off with an overall discussion on the success of the show, how it rates among reality television, and how they see it progressing after Season 6. Then, they talk through scenes between Lewis Hamilton and Toto Wolff at Mercedes, discuss Alpine’s …

1
‘Formula One: Drive to Survive’ Season 6, Episodes 1-5 Review 59:00

2M ago59:00

59:00

Meg is joined by Juliet Litman to break down Episodes 1-5 of the new season of ‘Drive to Survive.’ They discuss early observations, from locker-room talk, to less airtime for Red Bull’s Christian Horner and more for Mercedes’ Toto Wolff (9:52). Then, they share highlights that include Williams's team principal James Vowles's contributions, as well …

1
EP 1: Scott Faulconbridge 1:19:48

2M ago1:19:48

1:19:48

Dan and Alicia welcome 30-year comedy vet and creator/star of Bell Fibe TV’s Faulconbridge’s Falling Down, Scott Faulconbridge, on their inaugural episode. Alicia discusses her trip to New York, Dan talks about his trials and tribulations with the passport office, and our two hosts wax lyrical about a cool little film called I Like Movies, which is…

1
Heal the past, present & future, with author of The Psychic Psychologist, Amanda Charles 36:16

2M ago36:16

36:16

How can you heal your past. Find peace in the present, and transform your future? If you want to know how evidence-backed psychological interventions, alongside spiritual and intuitive practices can help you, listen to my guest Amanda Charles author of The Psychic Psychologist, who will show you that no matter how many times life has kicked you dow…

1
Joy of saying no & its ripple effect across the world, with author Natalie Lue 41:56

3M ago41:56

41:56

How can we quit the toxic habit of people pleasing that erodes our mental health, sense of self, relationships and creativity? When we find we’re suppressing ourselves in order to be liked or to avoid conflict, criticism, rejection, disappointment, loss or abandonment, we’re people pleasing. It doesn’t have to be this way. If you want to do things …

1
How we ensure all voices get heard, with Black British Book Festival founder Selina Brown 26:33

3M ago26:33

26:33

Why does it matter that all voices get a chance to be heard and how can we all play a part in helping that to happen? In the landscape of literature, diversity isn’t just a buzzword—it's essential for a richer, more vibrant cultural narrative. As Selina Brown, founder & CEO of the Black British Book Festival, attests, representation in literature p…

1
Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari: What Does This Mean for His Future—and Mercedes'? 1:11:20

3M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

Meg and Spanners are back in 2024 and kick things off with the unexpected news that Lewis Hamilton will be driving for Ferrari come 2025. They discuss what this means for Mercedes, where this leaves Carlos Sainz, and how Charles Leclerc and Hamilton will fair as teammates next season (1:05). Later, they recap news involving the rejection of Andrett…

1
Empowering ourselves to ensure all children are safe, with charity founder Pooja Taparia. 32:51

3M ago32:51

32:51

Why is child sexual abuse such a huge global problem and what can we all do to help protect and heal children at risk? My guest this week is Pooja Taparia, founder of one of the world's largest NGO's addressing child sexual abuse. In the U.S, the estimated lifetime economic burden of Child Sex Abuse is $9.3B, and in the U.K, annual costs are estima…

1
S4E10 Megan Diede and Kara Rigsby: Changing Education Through the IntegratED Framework 41:39

3M ago41:39

41:39

The IntegratED Framework, created by educators Megan Diede and Kara Rigsby, is empowering educators to reach their full potential. Their work as educational leaders and professional development experts is part of their mission to confront, challenge, and change the norms of traditional education. This episode highlights the expertise and passion of…

1
How can we live & do business in a more conscious way, with author & leader Lorraine Flower 36:08

3M ago36:08

36:08

How can we live in a more conscious way so that we feel better in ourselves, have better relationships with others & the world around us? This week's guest Lorraine Flower, co-founder of B-corp business Azzur and co-author of Conscious Leadership, shares her transformative journey, blending spirituality with business acumen. Lorraine's path, from a…

1
Harnessing our human capacity to rise again, with war correspondent & author Ros Russell 32:56

4M ago32:56

32:56

How can we learn from human stories of survival to understand our own capacity to rise again? Rosalind Russell is a journalist & editor whose reporting included the fall of the Taliban in Afghanistan, the war in Iraq & Myanmar’s Saffron Revolution. She’s the author of Burma’s Spring & The End of Where We Begin which won the 2021 Moore Prize for exc…

1
S4E9 Annick Rauch: A PheMOMenal Teacher! 27:56

4M ago27:56

27:56

My guest today is teacher, wife, mom, and author, Annick Rauch. A mom of four boys, Annick is also a dedicated 1st grade French Immersion teacher. She knows what it means to chase and accomplish dreams, and it's what her recently released book, PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and Still be Your Best at Work and at Home, is all about. Our disc…

1
How we can live health-fully, with cancer & early menopause navigator Dani Binnington 37:17

4M ago37:17

37:17

Want to live healthy & whole no matter where you are in your health & menopause journey? My guest this week is Dani Binnington founder of Healthy Whole Me and she shows you how. Her own journey to seek a holistic approach started after her breast cancer diagnosis at the age of 33 leading to a surgically onset menopause by the time she turned 40. Sh…

1
S4E8 Redefining Professional Development and Depth of Knowledge with Erik Francis M.Ed, M.S. 1:09:52

4M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Have you sat in a professional development session only to think, "How is this even relevant to what I need to teach my students?" Or have you received professional development that you found great, only to forget what was said a month or so later? Erik Francis thinks this is because educators might have the wrong approach to professional developme…

1
When we know better, we do better with Associate Professor & Author Dr Robin DiAngelo 35:15

4M ago35:15

35:15

How can we be better allies in creating a fully diverse, equitable and inclusive world, for the health of our society and our future? My guest this week is Dr. Robin DiAngelo, an Affiliate Associate Professor at the University of Washington, whose books, academic articles, and extensive work as a consultant and educator, addresses racial and social…

1
Journey to magnificence- healing trauma with natural medicine practitioner Patricia Newton 32:13

5M ago32:13

32:13

My Brave New Girls podcast guest this week is Patricia Newton, author of "Journey to Magnificence: An Alchemist's Guide to Transformation & Empowerment." A master healer & teacher blending medical expertise with complementary therapies & spiritual wisdom, Patricia's work helps unravel the trauma & darkness that hold us back, guiding us to live bett…

1
The Significance of Peer Support Programs for Transplant Recipients (Interview with Megan Liang) 9:40

5M ago9:40

9:40

Welcome to SciSection! Joining us in today's interview is our special guest Megan Liang! Megan is from the 2023 McMaster Child Health Conference 👦👬. In this episode, Megan discusses her impressive poster presentation on the iPeer2Peer mentorship recipients piloted by the Anthony Lab at SickKids Toronto, connecting trained adolescent mentors one-on-…

1
Celebrating how different you are, with 'Rewilding of Molly McFlynn' author Sue Reed 27:08

5M ago27:08

27:08

My guest this week is Sue Reed author of The Rewilding of Molly McFlynn. Set in rural Northumberland between the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic and 1649 Newcastle Witch Trials, this is a story of a girl who is rewilded both in ditching her addiction to restriction & dieting, and in finding the agency to be true to herself & live a more sustainable life. Mo…

1
S4E7 Byte by Byte: Desmond Hasty's Passion for Tech and Teaching 32:32

5M ago32:32

32:32

On this episode, I spoke with Desmond Hasty. Desmond is a middle school technology teacher in Maryland. With over 15 years of teaching experience, Desmond has a passion for reaching the next generation and inspiring them to overcome their obstacles. On this episode, Desmond talks about what he loves most about teaching technology to middle school s…

1
How our thoughts & feelings impact our bodies, with naturopathic physician Dr Catherine Clinton 40:18

5M ago40:18

40:18

This week my Brave New Girls podcast interview is with Dr. Catherine Clinton ND, and she gives us an inspiring narrative of resilience and innovation in the realm of healthcare. Dr. Catherine Clinton, a licensed naturopathic physician, has harnessed her personal battle with autoimmune disease during her medical school years to fuel a profound passi…

1
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Recap 1:08:48

5M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Meg is joined by Spanners to discuss the 2022-23 F1 season after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. They look back at Max Verstappen’s dominant performance (03:58) and discuss the fight between Mercedes and Ferrari for second place in the constructor standings (08:35). Then, they react to Pérez’s penalty (27:22), surprising pit stop infringements (35:56), a…

1
What Role Does Trust Play in Persuasion? (Interview with Dr. Richard Petty) 31:23

5M ago31:23

31:23

Welcome to SciSection! Joining us in today's interview is our special guest Dr. Richard Petty! Dr. Petty is a titan in the field of social psychology, having published over 450 journal articles and winning numerous awards for his research into persuasion 🧠💬. In this episode, Dr. Petty breaks down the basics of how we form attitudes, how the credibi…

1
Dare to share, with Saasha Celestial-One co-founder of food sharing app Olio 35:21

5M ago35:21

35:21

My guest this week is Saasha Celestial-One is the co-founder of Olio the waste-sharing app, whose mission is to create a waste-free world. The problem is that our culture of overconsumption is hurting us, and the planet. 33% of food globally is wasted. 50% of the clothes in our wardrobes never worn & 65% of greenhouse gases are caused by household …

1
Las Vegas Grand Prix Recap 1:10:04

5M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Meg and Spanners break down the first Las Vegas Grand Prix since 1982. The hosts discuss how the track and weather affected the teams (02:25). They touch on Max Verstappen’s interesting race week (13:33), disappointing performances from Williams and Mercedes (34:05), practice delays and fan compensation (46:44), the overall fan experience (56:19), …

1
Las Vegas GP Preview and Predictions 1:13:30

6M ago1:13:30

1:13:30

Meg and Spanners are back to preview the first Las Vegas Grand Prix in 40 years! They talk through the type of street circuit we can expect (2:30) and how the forecast can affect tire degradation (11:14) and predict which drivers and teams may do well or struggle (17:20). Then, they touch on the spectacle of this late night race in the States and d…

1
Explaining how to be happier humans, with author & autism advocate Dr Camilla Pang 27:33

6M ago27:33

27:33

Dr Camilla Pang is an award-winning author & autism advocate . Blessed with the combination of ASD, ADHD & PhD she uses the powers of neurodiversity & science to navigate social norms & advocates for it being a hidden treasure for human evolution on a finite planet. Her first book Explaining Humans won the Royal Society Insight investment award 202…

1
Turning pain into purpose, with author & human rights advocate, Fleur Pierets 33:30

6M ago33:30

33:30

My guest this week is Fleur Pierets. In 2017, Fleur & her fiancee Julian launched 22 The Project, in which the couple planned to get married in every country that legalised same-sex marriage. Following the untimely death of her wife in 2018, after only 4 marriages, Fleur turned to writing & wrote her debut memoir ‘Julian’ whilst advocating for huma…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Megan Hamilton Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide