Best Prayer Pill Podcasts (2024)

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The Safe, Effective Supplement That Can Improve Your Body and Brain 43:19

13m ago43:19

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What if there was a supplement that could build muscle, maintain bone health, fortify the brain against cognitive decline due to age and stress, and alleviate depression, has been proven safe, and comes with almost no side effects? Well, there is such a supplement, it's been around a long time, and it isn't even expensive. It's creatine. Here to un…

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Is Self-Control Overrated? 1:05:24

22m ago1:05:24

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Self-control, the ability to resolve a conflict between two competing desires, is frequently touted as the golden key to success. But many of the most popular ideas about self-control are actually at odds with how it really operates. Here to unpack some of the lesser-understood and counterintuitive ideas around discipline and willpower is Michael I…

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BWA668 Put the Vigor in Virtue | Deacon Don Prendergast 52:02

3d ago52:02

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Join us in this inspiring episode with Deacon Don Prendergast! Deacon Don shares his incredible journey from a military man and NYPD detective to a deacon in the Orlando Diocese. We discuss what it means to live an authentic life of manliness and virtue in today’s world. From his roots in the Boy Scouts to his powerful ordination moment at St. Patr…

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You Were Born to Run 40:05

2d ago40:05

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For decades, some researchers have argued that the notable human capacity for endurance evolved from the hunting practices of our ancestors, which produced physiological adaptations that make us uniquely well suited for running. But this theory has always had its detractors. As my guest explains, a new study addresses these long-standing criticisms…

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Becoming a Tech Intentional Family 50:37

4d ago50:37

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In a family, a lot of the dynamics around devices and screens are reactive in nature. Kids bug for their own smartphones, parents worry they'll be left out without one, and without weighing the pros and cons, give in to their kids' requests. Parents let children have a ton of screen time because it lets the parents do what they want; then, they rea…

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BWA667 John Michael Talbot 51:08

13d ago51:08

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Grammy-award-winning Catholic music giant John Michael Talbot joins the show to share new music and his new autobiography, "Late Have I Loved You." Talbot shares his conversion from spiritualism to the Catholic Church in the 1970s and more!______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "1…

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10 Philosophy-Inspired Challenges for Becoming a Better and Happier Man 49:43

9d ago49:43

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Although they may call it different things and approach its attainment in different ways, many of the world’s religions and philosophies have a similar goal: achieving a life of virtue, peace, and flourishing. In his new book, Seriously Happy, Ben Aldrige explains how anyone can use the wisdom of ancient traditions to improve themselves and live th…

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How to Win Friends and Influence People in the 21st Century 52:25

11d ago52:25

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Note: This is a rebroadcast. Over the last year, my 12-year-old son has been doing one challenge every week as a rite of passage and chance to earn a special trip. Some of these challenges have involved reading a book in a week, and the most recent book we gave him to read was How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie. His review? He s…

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BWA665 Can Catholics Survive Divorce? | Rose Sweet 51:03

13d ago51:03

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Speaker and author of numerous books on divorce, annulment, and remarriage, Rose Sweet joins the show to discuss an issue that many Catholics find themselves facing...Divorce. A topic that is shrouded in shame and confusion, Rose openly shares her experience of multiple divorces and annulments. She explains what helped her to heal and how the Churc…

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It's Never Too Late to Achieve Your Dream, Receive Recognition, or Make Your Mark 42:49

16d ago42:49

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As you get older, you can start to feel like you'll never achieve your dream or receive recognition for your contributions to a field, or that your best work is behind you. Mo Rocca has compiled stories that demonstrate that you shouldn't give up hope, and that no matter your age, the best may yet be to come. Mo is a humorist, journalist, and the c…

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When He's Married to Mom 47:51

18d ago47:51

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Your relationship with your mother is likely the first and most foundational connection in your life. At its best, this bond can be a source of comfort, strength, and love that lasts a lifetime and changes in healthy, appropriate, and adaptive ways as you mature into adulthood. But sometimes, the attachment between a mother and her son can become u…

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BWA664 Prayer in Early Church | Dr. Jim Papandrea 52:03

20d ago52:03

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Have you ever wondered how the early church prayed? Former Protestant minister and convert to Catholicism, Dr. Jim Papandrea, joins the show to discuss this very question with a fascinating take! If the early church prayed this way, should we?In this episode:1. Most Important Prayer2. Most Powerful Prayer3. Most Perfect Prayer______________________…

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Unlock Better Sleep and Health by Harnessing Your Circadian Rhythm 53:25

23d ago53:25

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You probably know your body follows a circadian rhythm, and probably think of it as primarily regulating your sleep/wake cycle, which it certainly does. But your body's internal clock also regulates many other physical, mental, and behavioral changes that occur every 24 hours, and working with your circadian rhythm, rather than against it, can boos…

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Boots, Tents, Sleeping Bags, and More: How to Choose and Use Outdoor Gear 48:21

25d ago48:21

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A fair amount of gear is involved in making a camping or backpacking trip a success, and choosing that gear can be a little intimidating as there are lots of options, and it's expensive to boot. Here to offer some tips on selecting gear and getting the most out of it is Craig Caudill, an avid outdoorsman, the director and lead instructor of the Nat…

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BWA663 Gerard Figurelli | Catholic Returns to Faith 51:01

1M ago51:01

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Former evangelical pastor Gerard Figurelli joins the show to discuss the most profound change of his life: converting back to his Catholic faith. Figurelli describes the moments leading up to a random visit to his childhood Catholic parish which was the catalyst he needed to read himself back into the faith. Episode Highlights:1. Left Catholic Chur…

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The Habits of Highly Effective Risk-Takers 43:24

1M ago43:24

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You may know Nate Silver as an election forecaster. But he’s a poker player as well. And his experiences operating in a world of competition and risk led him to explore what his fellow gamblers, as well as hedge fund managers, venture capitalists, and many other kinds of maverick types do differently than other people. Amongst the findings Nate sha…

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Practicing Spiritual Disciplines as an Act of Resistance 58:26

1M ago58:26

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To train the body, strengthening its muscles, increasing its cardiovascular health, and improving its agility, you need to do exercises like stretching, running, and lifting weights. To train the soul, expanding its capacity, you likewise need to perform exercises, in this case, what are called "spiritual disciplines" — practices like fasting, sile…

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BWA662 Fr. Mitch Pacwa | Isaiah the Fifth Gospel | 51:03

1M ago51:03

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Jesuit priest, teacher, author, and speaker of 13 languages, Fr. Mitch Pacwa, joins the show to discuss his latest book, Commentary on the Book of Isaiah: An In-Depth Look at the Gospel of the Old Testament. Episode Highlights:1. How Isaiah points to Jesus2. How the Old Testament is revealed in the New Testament3. Fulfillment of Old Testament proph…

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BWA661 The Poet James | Desolation & Epiphany 51:03

1M ago51:03

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In this episode, we're excited to welcome poet James W. A., the author of "Desolation and Epiphany." James shares his journey of discovering poetry as a way to express his thoughts and emotions, starting back in his early school days. He delves into the challenges and rewards of writing, the difference between poetry and prose, and how his faith ha…

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The Science of Motivating Your Kids (And Any Young Adult) 51:12

1M ago51:12

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If you’re a parent, teacher, coach, or manager who lives, loves, and works with tweens, teens, and 20s-somethings, you know that young people sometimes act in seemingly head-scratching ways, that you don’t always feel like you’re being listened to, and that it can be frustrating to try to guide them in acting towards positive ends. The source of th…

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Lose Weight and Keep It Off With Flexible Dieting 48:50

1M ago48:50

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When many people try to lose weight, they choose a specific, cookie-cutter diet that claims to be the one true way to shed pounds. My guest says that approach is bound to backfire, and that there's a better way to lose weight and change your body composition. Alan Aragon is a researcher and educator, a pioneer of evidence-based nutrition, and the a…

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How to Resist Group Anxiety and Become a Differentiated Self 55:45

1M ago55:45

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When we think about anxiety, we typically think of something that is generated and felt within an individual. But Murray Bowen, a psychiatrist of the mid-20th century, argued that anxiety was also created by the interactions between individuals and could spread like a contagion in a group, an idea known as "Family Systems Theory." Here to offer an …

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The Vital Skills We’re Losing to Technology (And How to Reclaim Them) 49:32

2M ago49:32

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Do moments where you run up against your dependence on modern technology get you wondering about the ways some of your personal capabilities seem to be atrophying? Graham Lee has spent years thinking about this idea. While he's a digital skills educator who appreciates the way technology can enhance our abilities, he worries that our ever-increasin…

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BWA660 The Pill & the Decline of Civilization | Fr. Matthew Habiger 51:04

2M ago51:04

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Join us on this episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure as we welcome Father Matthew Habiger, a Benedictine monk from St. Benedict's Abbey. Father Matthew shares his remarkable journey, from his early inspirations to his current work in prison ministry and natural family planning. Discover the profound impact of the Benedictine way on those both insi…

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How to Know When It's Time to Break Up With Your Job 49:40

2M ago49:40

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You have a relationship with family, with friends, with a romantic partner. You may not have thought about it this way, but you also have a relationship with your job — a quite serious one, in fact; after all, you spend a third of your life working. Just like the relationship you have with your significant other, there are ups and downs with your r…

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The Essential Habits for Becoming an Agile, Vital, and Durable Human Being 49:21

2M ago49:21

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Kelly Starrett, a doctor of physical therapy, has trained professional athletes, Olympians, and military special operators, helping them unlock peak performance. But as he approached his fifties, he started to see cracks appearing in the health of the folks around him. What had worked for his peers in their 20s and 30s, wasn’t working anymore; they…

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BWA659 God Saves Trump | Fr. Jason Charron | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:02

2M ago51:02

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Ukrainian Catholic priest Fr. Jason Charron joins the show to discuss the events of the Pennsylvania rally where former President Trump survived an attempted assassination. Fr. Jason led the crowd in prayer moments before Trump joined the stage. In this episode:1. We need men to have the voice of Elijah2. Holy Spirit moves Fr. Jason 3. Leaning into…

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BWA658 Walk in Footsteps of St. Junipero Serra | Christian Clifford 51:00

2M ago51:00

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Christian Clifford, an expert on California's historic Mission Trail and author of several books on St. Junipero Serra. Discover the inspiring story of the 800-mile pilgrimage trail along the California missions, founded by the dedicated Father Junípero Serra and the Franciscans. Christian shares the pr…

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BWA657 Sportsmanship & Catholic Teaching | Dr. John Acquaviva 51:04

2M ago51:04

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In today's episode, we welcome back John Acquaviva to discuss his new book, "Improving Your Sportsmanship Through Catholic Teaching...and Common Sens." Dr. Acquaviva, a professor and former seminarian, shares his journey of faith and the importance of sportsmanship, especially for young men. We delve into the critical issue of gender in sports, add…

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The 5 Mountains of Personal Development 54:47

2M ago54:47

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The journey of personal development, of becoming a more excellent and extraordinary individual, can sometimes seem a little abstract. That’s why it’s helpful to imagine it as Mark Divine does, as a set of five metaphorical mountains to scale. Mark is a retired Navy SEAL Commander, a professor of leadership, a yogi, the creator of fitness and mindse…

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Stop Drowning in Tedious Tasks by Taming Your Life Admin 48:12

2M ago48:12

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Filling out paperwork. Making travel reservations. Paying bills. Shopping for groceries. Returning packages. These are all examples of life admin — the little tasks we have to do to keep our lives moving along. Life admin is typically pretty tedious and annoying. But staying on top of it is essential to reducing the stress and chaos that would othe…

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A Surprising Solution for Disordered Masculinity 53:29

2M ago53:29

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There has been a lot of media coverage and dialogue about the struggles men are facing in the modern day. There's been some solutions forwarded to these struggles as well. Among these, Dr. Anthony Bradley has a more surprising idea that you don't hear every day: revitalizing college fraternities. Anthony is a research fellow and professor and the a…

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The Sunscreen Debate — Are We Blocking Our Way to Better Health? 50:59

2M ago50:59

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You probably think of the health effects of sunlight as a mixed bag. On the one hand, sun exposure helps your body make vitamin D. But on the other, it can cause skin cancer. To get around this conundrum, dermatologists frequently recommend avoiding sun exposure when you can, slathering on sunscreen when you can't, and taking a vitamin D supplement…

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BWA656 Men Lead Protect & Provide | Joe McClane 51:03

2M ago51:03

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In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of surrendering to God's will. Join us as we chat with Joe McClane, a dynamic filmmaker, radio host, and author, who exemplifies a life driven by the Holy Spirit. Discover how Joe's journey and insights can inspire you to embrace a deeper, more purposeful faith.#FaithAndVirtue #CatholicFaith #…

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Optimize Your Testosterone 46:36

2M ago46:36

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When men think about optimizing their hormones, they tend only to think about raising their testosterone. But while increasing T can be important, an ideal health profile also means having testosterone that's in balance with your other hormones as well. Today on the show, Dr. Kyle Gillett joins me to discuss both of those prongs of all-around hormo…

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Books, Routines, and Habits: The Founders' Guide to Self-Improvement 44:50

3M ago44:50

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A lot of self-improvement advice and content feels empty. And there's a reason for that. It often offers routines and habits to practice, but doesn't offer a strong, overarching reason to practice them. That's why the self-improvement advice of the Founding Fathers is particularly compelling. Though they were imperfect men, they had a clear why for…

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The Fascinating Differences Between Male and Female Friendships 50:48

3M ago50:48

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Friendships are a central part of the lives of both men and women. But from personal observation, you've probably noticed that the dynamics of male and female friendships aren't always the same. You may not, however, have been able to articulate what those differences are or have known what's behind them. While there's still a lot of facets of frie…

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Systems and Tools for Stealing Back Hours of Productivity 49:50

3M ago49:50

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Businesses and individuals often feel overwhelmed and stretched — that they can't get done all the work they need to. The solution they frequently turn to is finding a new app to use or hiring more employees to spread the load. But my guest would say that you can steal back hours of productive time simply by using the tools and teams you have now, …

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BWA655 St. Jerome Translator of the Bible | David Bonagura, Jr. | Spirit of Adventure Ministries 51:01

3M ago51:01

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Our guest today is David Bonagura, a distinguished professor and writer, who teaches Classical Languages at St. Joseph Seminary in New York City and theology at Catholic Distance University. David also serves as religion editor for the University Bookman and is the author of several insightful works, including "Steadfast in Faith: Catholicism and t…

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EPISODE #1,000! Rules for the Modern Man 1:23:11

3M ago1:23:11

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Fifteen years and more than 200 million downloads later, this episode marks the 1,000th installment of the Art of Manliness podcast! It begins with a bit of a retrospective on the podcast and then segues into an interview with one of the show's earliest guests: Walker Lamond, author of Rules for My Unborn Son. Walker and I revisit the origins of th…

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The Epic Adventures of America’s Forgotten Mountain Man 51:08

3M ago51:08

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Plenty of famous explorers and frontiersmen emerged from America's periods of expansion and exploration, and today the likes of Daniel Boone, Kit Carson, and Davy Crockett remain household names. You're probably not familiar, but should be, with the name of another prominent pioneer: Jedediah Smith. Smith was a hunter, trapper, writer, cartographer…

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Dad's Essential Role in Making Kids Awesome 47:44

3M ago47:44

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As compared to mothers, fathers are sometimes thought of as a secondary, almost superfluous, parent. But my guest says that fathers actually saved the human race, and continue to do so today. Anna Machin is an evolutionary anthropologist, a pioneer of fatherhood science, and the author of Life Of Dad. Today on the show, we talk about the role of fa…

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BWA653 Martyrs' Walk Challenge | Jason Murphy 52:02

3M ago52:02

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Jason Murphy from The Martys' Walk joins Bear to discuss the lessons learned out on a boat and, more importantly, how Catholic men are called to be challenged and discover for whom and what they are fighting. #CatholicMartyrs #Fishing #CatholicMen #12RulesForManlinessIn this episode:1. When you love, you sacrifice2. White martyrdom3. Small incremen…

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BWA652 Manly Virtue According to Aquinas | Jason Craig 51:04

3M ago51:04

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Join Bear Woznick as he interviews Jason Craig about his captivating new book, "The Traditional Virtues According to St. Thomas Aquinas: A Study for Men." Dive into discussions about traditional virtues and how St. Thomas Aquinas' teachings can shape men. This insightful conversation will help you understand and embody these virtues in an easy-to-d…

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The Laws of Connection — The Scientific Secrets of Building Stronger Relationships 50:45

3M ago50:45

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Everyone has heard about the incredible benefits that come to mind, body, and spirit from having strong relationships. The quality of our social ties has a huge impact on our physical and mental health and our overall feeling of flourishing. Yet many people still struggle to create these strong relationships in their lives, and often figure that th…

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MF Got Yum Pilled 1:19:59

3M ago1:19:59

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Reddit hates us! I like Fishing! Sir's Bad Week! ⭐ Like what you hear? Leave us a five-star review wherever you listen! 📺 Tune in to our Twitch channel every Tuesday night at 8 PM EST for a live recording! ☎️ Leave us a voicemail at 260-355-5713! 🤐 Too shy to call? Leave us a Message or Random Question! Links 📝 OMG So Random Hehe! Listener Survey 📸…

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Remembering D-Day 80 Years Later 51:10

3M ago51:10

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On D-Day, June 6, 1944, 160,000 troops participated in the invasion of Normandy. Today just a few thousand of these veterans are still alive, with the youngest in their late nineties. As their voices, and those of the million combatants and leaders who swept into motion across Europe 80 years ago, fall silent and pass from living history, Garrett G…

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Why You're So Bad at Giving and Receiving Compliments (And How to Fix That) 42:07

4M ago42:07

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Over a decade ago, I remember reading a story that stuck with me. I think it was connected to the famous Harvard Study on Adult Development that studied a group of men across their lifetimes, but I can no longer find the reference. A much-beloved doctor, upon his retirement, was given a notebook filled with letters of praise and appreciation from h…

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The Nude Normal 1:06:20

4M ago1:06:20

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#TheNudeNormal! Thank You Sheldon Ace Hardware stickers in the wild! Popeye is still in a coma! Little Diana is scorned again! ⭐ Like what you hear? Leave us a five-star review wherever you listen! 📺 Tune in to our Twitch channel every Tuesday night at 8 PM EST for a live recording! ☎️ Leave us a voicemail at 260-355-5713! 🤐 Too shy to call? Leave …

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A Guide to Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance 53:36

4M ago53:36

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This year marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of the book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig. It's a peculiar book, especially for a bestseller. Not a lot of it is actually about zen or motorcycle maintenance, it combines a travelogue, a father/son story, and philosophical musings, and the structure of its narratio…

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