Best Shireman Podcasts (2024)

In the interest of truly identifying racism and sexism, does it make sense for those most concerned with identifying racism and sexism in society to look at themselves also? Would that better inform the effort?By Bill Shireman

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S2 Ep8: Video Games 21:30

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For this episode of Daily Dose of Recovery, David shares some fond memories about video games from his childhood and how applying the spiritual principle of step eight helped him construct a healthy relationship with gaming.By David Shireman

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S2 Ep7: The Fellowship - Part Two - Cross Talk 39:40

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David continues his discussion of the positive and negative qualities regarding the OA Fellowship as a tool of recovery. In part two, he examines the nature of cross talking during an OA meeting and shares stories of his struggles during the last year.By David Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: The weird politics of Ukraine 6:59

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Have the 2 major parties switched sides on war? What to do in the current war?By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: The shortest distance between two (political) points is not usually a straight line 7:18

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Solving problems usually takes time and the path shifts with the societal landscape.By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Don't believe the hype (from right and left), We CAN have a sustainable economy 14:08

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Permitting reform is key to a more sustainable energy grid and economy. And join us at EarthX in Texas, the largest green gathering on the planet held around Earth Day in April to celebrate progress, impact, and innovation. Learn more and register HERE.By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Crime has been legalized in San Francisco, What to do? 3:42

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Should we call out bad behavior? Would it make for a better society?By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Information technology has the capacity to radically reduce the amount of energy we use 6:37

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IT is an energy force multiplier, and maybe also a "life multiplier". Visit In Between Times for more.By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Will capitalism save us, or destroy us? 18:36

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There appear to be 4 ways to internalize externalities. Regulation Prices The Marketplace and Market Power CultureBy Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Why both right and left fear Davos(man) and why this fear gets in the way of actual progress 7:28

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A cabal of greedy capitalists meeting up in a posh ski resort to rule the world "Bond villain” style? A cabal of “woke” crony capitalist big government types plotting to undermine everyman for a globalized system of governance? Both? Neither? A mix?By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: Could a radical change in taxation improve our economy, increase freedom, and help the environment? 7:44

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An opportunity for a big bi-partisan win?By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: How the Climate Wars will rage in 2023 8:27

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The ESG battle royale? Don't take the bait.By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: The Republicans' "Gang of 20": Are they all wrong? 10:59

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It may be time for some creative solutions to the current chaos in The House.By Bill Shireman

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"The ultimate form of energy has already been found" 11:28

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Tapping into the essence of nature is the key driver in our increasingly post-industrial world. ”Humans are not just metaphors for life. We ARE life.”By Bill Shireman

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A MOMENT OF BS: A loaded gun aimed at the heart of democracy 7:22

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Is the SCOTUS interested in originalism or are they really interested in something else? Should state legislatures alone determine the time, place, and manner of the election of senators and members of Congress? That is a question with which the Supreme Court is wrestling right now.By Bill Shireman

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A way we could save 35%-75% on our healthcare (Seriously) 16:45

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How's your health? How is your healthcare? Why don't we really know the cost of anything in our system? Why is our system so wasteful? How can we do better? Maybe we should look to Singapore.By Bill Shireman

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The current political machine is eating the American people's dinner 9:06

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“Corporate statism increasingly manages the details of our lives. And it does so on autopilot…” “…A machine has taken control of our economy and our democracy, programmed according to an algorithm that directs how our meats are to be carved, and our potatoes mashed without our conscious awareness.”By Bill Shireman

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The Status Quo Amplifies the Extremists 16:26

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The old political business model that celebrated the political middle has been replaced by a political business model that encourages those on the political extremes. "Profits are maximized in politics and media when the left and right are caricatured."By Bill Shireman

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Who Were the 2 Clear Winners in the Mid-Term Elections? 8:26

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It wasn't Trump and it wasn't the "woke".By Bill Shireman

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This Is Not a War Between Red and Blue America, It Is A War Against Red and Blue America 11:18

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Who is waging this "war"? What is the political industrial complex?By Bill Shireman

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Why Progress on Environmental Issues Is Sometimes Counterintuitive 10:05

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Bans and "green austerity" can sometimes actually lock in destructive technologies and policies. Often, when radical environmental solutions are embraced by policymakers, even bigger problems, environmental and societal can result.By Bill Shireman

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S2 Ep6: Men's Hats 14:19

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For this episode of Daily Dose of Recovery, David shares one of his smaller goals that motivates him to keep taking things one day at a time.By David Shireman

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S2 Ep5: The Fellowship - Part One - Tradition One 43:17

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David begins a discussion of the positive and negative qualities regarding the OA Fellowship as a tool of recovery. In part one, he shares his loss of the Pink Cloud, an examination of Tradition One, and his efforts to restore his composure.By David Shireman

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Introducing the Omni-Win Project Podcast 5:37

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Hi Fractal Friends. Sorry, it’s been a while. I have some bittersweet news for you… After wrapping up the last series of episodes coming into the beginning of 2021, I found myself really wanting to find a way to put together my love for podcasting, my passion for conflict transformation and my real interest in trying to figure out how to improve ou…

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S2 Ep4: Can People Really Change? 24:02

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For this episode of Daily Dose of Recovery, David answers questions from a listener about how he has changed because of program and whether or not other people can really change for the better.By David Shireman

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S2 Ep3: The Middle Steps 25:10

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David discusses the middle steps – four, five, six, and seven – and the transformative experience that they offer to anyone who works a twelve steps recovery program.By David Shireman

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S2 Ep2: The Alicorn and the Tiger 19:06

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Daily Dose of Recovery returns with a bit of artistic flare as David shares a short story inspired by his partnership with his food accountability buddy.By David Shireman

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S2 Ep1: Food Accountability Buddy and Sponsor 24:49

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Season two begins with a discussion about the service and support that occurs through sponsorships and food accountability buddies.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep22: The Many Holidays of December 27:45

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For the season finale of Daily Dose of Recovery, let’s take a moment to examine the many holidays and traditions that occur in December with eye for how the holidays can be a time of joy and serenity.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep21: My Story Part Three - One Year of Abstinence 31:45

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On the season finale of Recovery Buddies with David, the trilogy concludes with David discussing what led him becoming a compulsive overeater, his efforts to lose weight before OA, and the success he’s found during his first year of abstinence.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep20: Rules Twenty-Eight and Fifteen 13:14

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On this Daily Dose of Recovery, David discusses two rules from his personal code meant to safeguard against the harmful effects of people pleasing and changing who you are to suit others.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep19: My Story Part Two - Twelve Things I do to Maintain My Abstinence 26:22

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The season finale of HP3R’s first season continues with part two of the trilogy. On this episode, David discusses the top twelve things that he does to maintain his abstinence and to take things one day at a time all the way to his healthy goal weight.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep18: When is it a Relapse? 13:11

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On this episode of Daily Dose of Recovery, we explore some of the perplexing ideas concerning abstinence, when it is broken, and whether or not a relapse occurs. So, what exactly is a relapse when it comes to Overeaters Anonymous?By David Shireman

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S1 Ep17: My Story Part One - The Dark Trap 27:40

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The season finale of HP3R’s first season begins! This episode discusses quotes from the Big Book of AA, how the principles and tools of recovery help improve spiritual and physical health so that anyone can bring about a lasting change free from addiction.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep16: Kindness 15:38

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“Do onto others as you have them do onto you,” so sayeth the Golden Rule. For this Daily Dose of Recovery, we explore why anger, shaming, and rude behavior have negative effects, whereas kindness and polite behavior are virtues of recovery and social discourse.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep15: Do I equate thin with happy? 31:34

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For this episode of Recovery Buddies, David shares his journal responses to the September 14th Voices of Recovery workbook question and elaborates on why reaching a healthy body weight is important to him and others.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep14: Thanksgiving 17:15

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Tis the season to remember what we are grateful for, and on this episode of Daily Dose of Recovery, we discuss some Thanksgiving history, statistics, and how David experienced his first abstinent Thanksgiving last year.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep13: Abundance of Food 28:01

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This week on Recovery Buddies with David, we discuss the abundance of food all around us. David shares some stories from before he joined OA and how achieving food neutrality changed his grocery shopping.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep12: Guided Meditation 9:30

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Guest star week on HP3R continues as I am joined by my good friend, Delaney, to help me answer a request submitted by a listener. This week on Daily Dose of Recovery, we provide a guided affirmation meditation.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep11: Trauma 39:05

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It's guest star week on HP3R, beginning with a fellow Higher Power Ranger - Ainsley - joining me for a discussion about trauma and how it effects people's eating habits.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep10: Rule Eleven 14:07

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This week on Daily Dose of Recovery, we explore the symbolism associated with the number eleven. You'll also hear a bit of background for my list of personal rules. Specifically, I share the story behind my rule eleven.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep9: Resentments 29:03

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This week on Recovery Buddies with David, we examine resentments, the power they hold over us, how we surrender them to Higher Power, and why it is important that we see resentments as opportunities to improve ourselves.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep8: Original Goal for Language 20:14

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Have you ever wondered about the origins of language? So did David! Tune in to this Daily Dose of Recovery for a discussion of how we communicate.By David Shireman

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S1 Ep7: Feel like an Imposter 31:23

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On this episode of Recovery Buddies, David talks about those times when we feel like we don't belong, like we are imposters, and he shares some wise advice from a Green Mint Cloud.By David Shireman