Best Simply Sophisticated Podcasts (2024)

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382: Antique & Vintage Shopping in Barnard Castle, England + 5 Ways I Decorate with these Treasures 46:55

33m ago46:55

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You know you've found a quaint English town when the name of the town has a beloved nickname personifying it. Barnard Castle, or Barney, as the locals often call it, is a small town in County Durham, so in the northeastern portion of England, and the population rests just under 6,000. Now, when I began to make my plans to visit England for this par…

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381: The Power of the Clarity of Our Intention AND Where We Direct Our Attention: Understanding Our Mind 50:33

23m ago50:33

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We each have an amazing super power within us that when we understand how it works, transforms the quality of our lives. Instead of living in fear, constantly worrying and doubting the goodness of our fellow human beings or that our dreams can come true, when we understand how the Salience Network works in our mind, we unwrap a priceless gift. The …

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380: How Rituals Enrich Our Lives IF We Choose and Engage with Intention 1:05:05

14d ago1:05:05

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Rituals, whether designed by us solely for ourselves, or legacy rituals, or relationship or group rituals that involve others, give us more than can be imagined to deepen the quality of our life than we thought possible prior to fully engaging and incorporating them into our lives. You may recognize Dr. Michael Norton's name, a professor of busines…

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379: How (and Why) to Be Your Own Best Friend 1:14:31

19d ago1:14:31

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"We are not born with the secret of how to live [well], and too many of us never learn it. There is nothing cold-blooded or mechanical about it, but there are many things we have to learn to do . . . the first thing is to realize we've probably been looking in the wrong place. The source is not outside us; it is within." —Mildred Newman & Bernard B…

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378: Choose to Compost Your Past: How the Arrival of the Spring Season is a Metaphor for Life 47:03

1M ago47:03

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"Composting what was into what will be." Mother Nature and the cycle of seasons provide endless life lessons and nourishing guidance if we are wise enough to heed her teachings. More specifically, spring's arrival, the season as we all know that introduces itself after winter, the latter season of which for many of us can be frigid, keeping us more…

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377: The Slow Productivity Approach that will Elevate the Quality of Your Entire Life, as taught by Cal Newport 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

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Author and professor of computer science at Georgetown University Cal Newport's latest book Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment without Burnout details exactly how and where in our daily lives and throughout the year we can apply the Slow Productivity approach and why it works. In today's episode I will be sharing with you 10 takeaway…

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376: Wise Investments: Understand the Difference between a Good Value and a Good Deal 53:43

3M ago53:43

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The savviness of wise money management encompasses many factors, but one is an approach often overlooked or dismissed: Understanding the difference between a Good Value versus a Good Deal. Here in the states tax season is upon us, and so many of us may have money on the mind even more than we usually do; however, I often find myself at the beginnin…

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Episode 85 - A Hard Goodbye 50:17

3M ago50:17

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EP.88 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada try to the end the era swiftly. Lambada cooks up a storm, whilst Lopez starts an empire of chicks. Together the boys go through the importance of a good work bestie. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simplysophisticatedpo…

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375: How to Become a More Skilled Participant in the Living of Our Life 39:55

3M ago39:55

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The concluding note to readers that author, yoga and meditation instructor Deborah Adele shares in her book Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice includes the wish that they become more skilled participants in the living of their lives. And with the wisdom she shares in her book, she provides them with the tools to do just that. Having…

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374: What I Have Learned in French Class, So Far - part sept (7) 1:04:07

4M ago1:04:07

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Bonjour à tous ! Just last week, I concluded FR 105 with Washington DC's Alliance de Français, a Zoom/online course that met twice a week, two hours each time since just after Thanksgiving. You may remember that Part Six of this series was shared during TSLL's Annual French Week which shared what I had learned through FR 104 and 103, and now it is …

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Episode 84 - LeftBank Not LeftOvers 51:23

4M ago51:23

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EP.84 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada go through the history of Batman. Lopez kicks it into 2nd gear, while Lambada insures a lost package. Together the boys go for a few humble drinks over a big sesh. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simplysophisticatedpodc…

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Episode 83 - Professional Ethnics 51:49

4M ago51:49

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EP.83 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada weigh in on when the time to be professional or ethnical. Lopez gets attacked by a Pitbull, while Lambada scrolls through a break up. Together the boys are hunted by a forgotten predator. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com…

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Episode 82 - Memories and Makeup 51:23

4M ago51:23

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EP.82 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada put on a new face. Lopez travels to a private island, while Lambada talks a scroll down memory lane. Together the lads decide to get more out of 2024 TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simplysophisticatedpodcast/ YouTube h…

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373: How to Nourish Your Creative Being: Cultivate An Artistic Hearth & Home 56:52

4M ago56:52

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"Part of art making is living your life in such a way that your work gets done, over and over—and that means, among other things, finding a host of practices that are just plain useful . . . a life lived within productive patterns. The life of a productive artist becomes filled with useful conventions and practical methods. And in truly happy momen…

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Episode 81 - Let Him Cook 54:46

4M ago54:46

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EP.81 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada are back for a whole new year. Lopez has a new hobby he wants to tee off with, while Lambada starts traveling Croc infested lands. Together the boys crown a Prince and count down their top 5 guitar legends. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https:…

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372: Simple Rituals to Enhance the Everyday and the 5 Characteristics of Simply Luxurious Rituals 58:29

5M ago58:29

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We explore the topic of rituals frequently here on TSLL (explore all of the posts and episodes shared thus far here), and initially it may seem redundant to do so again in today's episode/post, but as I have experienced in my own life, my appreciation for the benefits and happiness deepens and therefore I understand even more fully the power of car…

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Episode 80 - Simply Sophistica-eighty 54:13

5M ago54:13

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EP.80 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada agree to the power of a Monday fresh start. Lopez has fun in Kmart, while Lambada starts a civil war in three steps. Together the boys fight the struggle to always be correct. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simplysophi…

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371: Savoring A Quiet Christmas — Simple, Yet Significant 46:58

5M ago46:58

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Whether or not snow has fallen come December, the warmth and cheer of good tidings appearing about town, the neighbors, in the shops and arriving in the mail by way of the annual Christmas cards sent from friends and family living near and far always wraps me in a figurative hug. This year, similar to last year, I will be spending Christmas at home…

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Episode 79 - Turn Red 56:04

5M ago56:04

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EP.79 On this weeks episode, Lopezand Lambada analyze a new poem . Lopez goes bananas over a gorilla while, Lambada blesses his Hole family with Glory. Together the boys see that retirement could be fun and games. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simplysophisticatedp…

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Episode 78 - Get him to the Greek 57:30

6M ago57:30

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EP.78 On this weeks episode, Lopodopolous and Lambada, are switching ethnicity. Lopez finds an unusual preacher, while Lambada gets convicted over a bird. Together the boys reminisce their 10 years in Los Santos and dive into Time VS Money. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instagram https://www.instagr…

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370: Savoring the Many Benefits of Being Single at Heart, my talk with author Dr. Bella DePaulo 1:16:48

6M ago1:16:48

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"My mission in putting the single at heart on the map is to rewrite what it means to be single. Single life, to those of us who are single at heart, is a joyful place, a place to learn and grow. It is a big-hearted, expansive, meaningful life full of possibilities . . . intimacy, to us, is personal; in that domain as in all others, we follow our he…

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Episode 77 - Whistle Blowers 54:14

6M ago54:14

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EP.77 On this weeks episode, Lopez and Lambada get an old clan back together with leather vests and knees high socks. Lopez parks up his car and is getting too tyred, while Lambada shakes his way through an addiction. Together the boys make a Creed to get Higher. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episodes on all your favourite podcast services. Instag…

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Episode 76 - A Dawgs Life 54:14

6M ago54:14

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EP.76 On this weeks episode, Lopez and lambada take a chair and count to 38. Lambada signs up to the army after receiving the Call of Duty, while Lopez gets put into many different positions by a tiny man. Together the boys reveal what it’s like to have that dawg in them in awkward situations of everyday life. TUNE IN WEEKLY! Catch previous episode…

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369: How to Make Your Everyday Taste Better (11 Ideas) 50:22

6M ago50:22

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Satiation. To completely satisfy your appetite, whether it be literally, therefore with food and drink or figuratively as we seek to fulfill our needs in all immeasurable areas of life. To equate contentment with satiation is somewhat accurate except that satiation requires us to engage with something outside of ourselves, to choose well, to know m…

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You Weren't Meant to Have a Boss - The Notion of Having a Boss: The Unnaturalness of Working in Large Corporations 16:37

6M ago16:37

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 discusses how working in large companies is at odds with human nature. It argues that people are not adapted to working in large groups and that this situation restricts our mental freedom. It suggests that working for yourself and working in small groups is more suited to human nature. According to Grah…

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Writing, Briefly - Concise and Effective Writing Techniques 4:04

6M ago4:04

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2005 discusses the importance of good writing and how to improve one's writing skills. It points out that writing not only conveys ideas but also generates them. It emphasizes that being a writer requires constantly rewriting your work, eliminating anything unnecessary, writing in a conversational style, and …

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Writing and Speaking - The Art of Writing and Speaking: Exploring the Relationship Between Ideas and Communication 8:06

6M ago8:06

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2012 highlights the differences between being a good speaker and a good writer. Graham points out that speaking skills usually contain fewer ideas compared to writing skills and that being a good speaker is often about the ability to impact and motivate listeners. He also states that speeches are generally su…

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Write Simply - The Importance and Impact of Writing in a Simple and Understandable Manner 4:26

6M ago4:26

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2021 highlights the importance of writing in a simple and understandable manner. He asserts that allowing readers to easily read the text enables them to connect more deeply with the ideas presented. He also states that using complex sentences and difficult words places an extra burden on the reader and hinde…

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Write Like You Talk - Writing as You Speak: A Simple Method to Engage Your Audience in Your Writings 5:36

6M ago5:36

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2015 focuses on an easy method to get more people to read your writings: writing in conversational language. Graham states that most people use a different language when they start writing, which makes the writings harder to read. He notes that using conversational language will intensify the reader's attenti…

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Why YC - The Founding Purpose of Y Combinator: Understanding Our Existence and Goals 3:27

6M ago3:27

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2006 and revised in 2009, explains why they founded Y Combinator. He states that YC was not established solely for making money or to help young entrepreneurs. The main reason, he says, was the idea of mobilizing potential entrepreneurs worldwide and making the economy more efficient. Graham refers to this si…

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Why Twitter is a Big Deal - Understanding the Significant Influence and Importance of Twitter 2:09

6M ago2:09

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 explains why Twitter carries great significance. He points out that Twitter is a new messaging protocol that doesn't require specifying recipients. He also emphasizes that Twitter is a protocol owned by a private company, which is quite rare. He mentions that the founders of Twitter focused on maintainin…

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Why TV Lost - Why Television Lost Its Dominance Over Computers and the Shift Towards New Media Concepts 10:41

6M ago10:41

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2009 describes how computers and television were on a collision course and that as a result, computers emerged victorious. Graham lists the reasons for this change as the internet being an open platform, Moore's Law, piracy, and innovative use of social applications. He argues that the replacement of televisi…

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Why to Start a Startup in a Bad Economy - The Logic Behind Establishing a Startup During Economic Downturns 7:44

6M ago7:44

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 discusses why establishing a startup in a bad economy could be a good idea. Graham points out that the economic situation plays a very small role in determining a startup's success compared to the qualities of the founder. He also suggests that starting a new startup during poor economic times could mean…

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Why to Not Not Start a Startup - Excuses for Not Starting a Business Venture and the Illogic Behind Them 37:27

6M ago37:27

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 discusses the fears and concerns encountered when setting up a start-up. Graham argues that some obstacles such as fear of failure, lack of experience, and fear of uncertainty are actually not valid, and explains the risks and returns of the start-up world. He also states that it's normal for most of the…

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Why to Move to a Startup Hub - The Reasons and Advantages of Relocating to a Startup Hub 9:54

6M ago9:54

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2007 discusses the benefits of entrepreneurs moving to places referred to as 'startup hubs'. Graham states that the success of a startup is largely dependent on its location. He particularly argues that Silicon Valley is the most suitable place for entrepreneurs from all over the world. He also points out tha…

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Why There Aren't More Googles - The Reasons Behind the Lack of More Companies like Google: An Examination on Investors and Start-up Companies 9:31

6M ago9:31

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"This article written by Paul Graham in 2008 questions why there aren't more 'Googles'. Graham points out that successful startups often don't get a chance to fully show their potential before they are bought by larger companies. He also states that venture capitalists who are hesitant to invest in risky ventures devalue innovative startups, thereb…

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