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Stillness in the Storms brings a fresh voice to mindfulness - one that truly understands transformation comes not from escaping hardship, but finding peace within it. Join Steven Webb, a man who turned personal tragedy into an uplifting journey, as he reveals how to uncover inner calm and meaning in life's toughest moments. After a devastating diving accident left him severely paralyzed at 19 years old, Steven emerged with deep insights on resilience, presence, and living fully. Now, he shar ...
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Money makes the world go round – but how does it shape you as a person? Join comedian and former Facebook Sales VP Paul Ollinger as he extracts a wealth of wisdom from CEOs and celebrities, authors and artists, Olympic gold medalists and Nobel Prize winners – each with a unique perspective on the role that money plays in our lives. At a time when talking about personal finance can still feel taboo, Paul offers refreshingly honest discussions about the motivations and misconceptions surroundi ...
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The Wisdom Of

Kristian Urstad and Stephen Webb

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In this podcast we explore great works of philosophy and literature and art, and try to pull out of them what’s most interesting and inspiring! Whether they come from the works of Plato, or Dostoevsky or Picasso, here we explore ideas that move mountains and rock the soul! So, come join us, won’t you? Come worship at the alter of ideas, and come celebrate the dancing of thought. Welcome to the Wisdom Of!
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Dharma PhD

Shannon M Whitaker

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One practitioner’s four-year journey to become a professional in Mindfulness and Secular Buddhism, without getting all mysterious and solemn about it. Join Shannon M Whitaker, co-host Jeff Street, and guests as we discuss the science, philosophy, culture, and practice of mindfulness: What’s the latest fMRI research actually telling us about the effects of Loving-Kindness on the brain? Why is Loving-Kindness a terrible translation of the Pāli word “Metta”? How are other practitioners navigati ...
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Yes, there was actually a guy named Rudolf Diesel who actually invented the diesel engine, which was incredibly revolutionary for its time. It earned Diesel a massive fortune and had huge implications for how war—especially maritime war in the early 1900’s—would be waged. As European countries scrambled for dominance just prior to WWI, Diesel disap…
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Amae - The Art of Surrender and Finding True Strength Welcome to another episode of Stillness in the Storms podcast. I'm Steven Webb, and today, we delve into the fascinating Japanese concept of Amae – the comforting feeling of being able to surrender completely and rely on someone else in perfect safety. For more insights and to receive my weekly …
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Charlie Wheelan is a professor of economics and public policy at Dartmouth College and the author of several books, including Naked Money, Naked Economics, (no nudity in either), and The Centrist Manifesto, all of which we discuss in this episode. The Chicago Sun-Times describes Charlie as someone who “combines a razor-sharp mind with a boatload of…
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Mike Posner is a Grammy-nominated rapper, singer, songwriter, and music producer from Detroit. His Spotify channel has generated over 3 billion plays and his song 'I Took a Pill in Ibiza' reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. Mike "had it all" at a young age and captured his lifestyle in the lyrics of his biggest hit: “A real big baller (w…
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Andrew Yang is a former Presidential and NYC mayoral candidate and the founder of Venture for America. He's also the founder of the Forward Party where he advocates for structural reform to safeguard our democracy. He lays all this out in his new book, ‘Forward,' which we discussed today. We also discuss Andrew's life as a teenager, his obsession w…
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Welcome to Episode 122 of Stillness in the Storms! In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of asking the right questions to cut through anxiety and find clarity. Inspired by a poignant moment from Will Young's experience with the Samaritans, we explore how deep, meaningful questions can help us navigate life's challenges and uncover…
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Jordan Harbinger is one of the most popular podcasters in North America, but it all started by accident. As a young University of Michigan grad, Jordan decided to go to law school because it was something to do after college and eventually ended up at a Wall Street firm. A multi-linguist, Jordan traveled and met new people all over the world. He ev…
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Good morrow, chum! My guest this week is A.J. Jacobs, author of the new / amazing book 'The Year of Living Constitutionally: One Man’s Humble Quest to Follow the Constitution’s Original Meaning’, in which A.J. chronicles his year of living as an 18th Century citizen, including writing letters with quill and ink, carrying a musket around the Upper W…
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‘Radical Candor’ author Kim Scott once had to inform a colleague that they smelled bad….like, really bad. She was able to do so becuase she had created on her team a culture or radical candor. No, this doesn’t mean you can just walk up to colleagues and say, “you stink!” or “nice shirt, bozo!” On the contrary, radical candor is a culture where auth…
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Show links: Stillness in the Storms course by Steven Webb (50% off voucher first 50 only - 50FOR50SITSC) - https://stevenwebb.com/stillness-course Support the show all my other links: https://stevenwebb.uk/ Welcome to "Stillness in the Storms," the podcast where we delve into the quieter moments of life to uncover their vast potential for personal …
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Debbi Fields founded Mrs. Fields cookies brand when she was in her early 20s and built the company into a well-known global brand. Wade Shealy got his start selling Bibles door-to-door then went on to develop and sell > $3 billion in resort real estate over the next few decades, including Hampton Island, GA whose residents include Ben Affleck / Jen…
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Rabbi Steve Leder is the Senior Rabbi at Wilshire Boulevard Temple, a very large and influential congregation in Los Angeles. He is a New York Times best-selling author of several books, including 'For You When I Am Gone’ and 'The Beauty of What Remains,’ both of which pertain to death and dying. I had planned on speaking with Steve primarily about…
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My new course to help you find inner peace when you need it most: Stillness in the Storms course by Steven Webb (50% off voucher first 50 only - 50FOR50SITSC) - https://stevenwebb.com/stillness-course Are you constantly searching for your big life purpose, but feeling frustrated and empty? Discover the secret to finding purpose in the present momen…
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Robin Sharma is a leadership expert, coach and author whose books have sold tens of millions of copies around the world. The author of The 5AM Club, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, The Everyday Hero Manifesto, and Who Will Cry When You Die?, Robin has a new book out called The Wealth Money Can’t Buy in which he examines the ways we can all develop h…
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My new course to help you find inner peace when you need it most: Stillness in the Storms course by Steven Webb (50% off voucher first 50 only - 50FOR50SITSC) - https://stevenwebb.com/stillness-course In this insightful episode of Stillness in the Storms, Steven Webb shares his own experiences with anxiety and panic attacks. He explores the reasons…
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Sharon McMahon is living her purpose. Via her wildly popular Instagram account @SharonSaysSo, she is fighting political misinformation and guiding her audience through “the fascinating world of democracy, politics, and history.” In the process, she is proving that Americans—and other good people around the globe—are hungry for unbiased political co…
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My new course to help you find inner peace when you need it most: Stillness in the Storms course by Steven Webb (50% off voucher first 50 only - 50FOR50SITSC) - https://stevenwebb.com/stillness-course Support the Podcast: Support Steven and get in touch at https://stevenwebb.uk. Your support and feedback mean the world. 00:00 Podcast host discusses…
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Gary Stevenson grew up in tough, working class East London. Despite setbacks in high school (having to do with the distribution of illicit substances), his gift for mathematics landed him a spot at London School of Economics (alma mater of Mick Jagger, Margaret Thatcher, and George Soros) where he attended with the sons and daughters of the global …
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🔍 Discover how Steven explores the profound impacts of understanding oneself and thriving in the depths of wisdom. Support Steven and his work at: stevenwebb.uk Introduction In this compelling episode of Stillness in the Storms, Steven Webb discusses the profound impact of embracing depth over surface-level living. He shares personal experiences an…
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Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a clinical psychologist and author of the New York Times best-seller It’s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People. In this insight-rich conversation, Dr. Ramani explains the traits and behaviors of narcissistic individuals, how they hijack our well-being, and the motivations behind their attention-seeking b…
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Chris Anderson is the Head Curator of TED and author of the new book, 'Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading' in which he argues that YOU and I can improve the world by embracing our natural inclination toward generosity. He speaks not just of financial generosity, though that’s certainly a huge part of it, but also of creative g…
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Welcome to Stillness in the Storms! In today's episode, "Rediscovering Your Inner Light," Steven Webb explores the layers of the ego and how they shape our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions. Join us as we journey through the concept of pure awareness and learn how to rediscover our inner light. Links to Steven Webb's podcast and how you can support h…
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This episode is highlights of a conversation between Paul and Mike Carano, long-time friend and Crazy Money editor. It was recorded on a road trip between San Francisco where Paul had just performed at Cobb’s Comedy Club and San Luis Obispo where he was heading to perform in the SLO Fest Comedy Festival. Among other things, Paul and Mike discuss: M…
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In this episode, host Steven Webb shares his personal journey of working on self-forgiveness and discusses the profound impact of forgiveness. He explores the steps involved in the process and encourages listeners to embark on their own journey of forgiveness. Join us as we delve into the transformative power of forgiveness on Stillness in the Stor…
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When John O’Leary was 9 years old, he played with fire and got burned. Like really, really burned, over 99% of his body. Doctors gave him less than 1% chance to live and told his parents he would not survive. Yet thanks to the amazing support of his family, the community, and medical care providers, survive he did. His journey back took years, requ…
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In this special “where has Paul been?” episode, Paul reads three of his latest pieces from his Substack, Money and the Meaning of Life, so that you can drive or workout without reading. Latest posts include: Adventures in Affluence: Dry Cleaning - why Paul got freaked out when he starting thinking about how much he spends on dry cleaning every year…
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This episode I'm posting on Stillness in the Storms and Inner Peace Meditations podcast because a few have reached out to me when they are struggling to close off their mind and meditate. So here is busting some myths and going over how to meditate and three of the most common types as well as giving you an experience. As always all my links are he…
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Description: In this insightful episode of "Stillness in the Storms," Steven Webb explores the challenging terrain of negative and dark thoughts. Drawing from a listener's email, Steven addresses five key questions that delve into understanding and transforming these thoughts into a pathway toward peace. The episode is a blend of personal insights,…
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Today’s guest is Coleman Hughes, a writer, podcaster, opinion columnist and self-described "Black man who does’t think everything is about race.” Coleman has a new book out this week called 'The End of Race Politics: Arguments for a Colorblind America,’ in which he confronts the "failed corporate diversity and inclusion efforts and poisonous race-b…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of "Stillness in the Storms" with me, your host, Steven Webb. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of becoming whole, exploring the myriad of voices within us and how embracing these can lead to a more fulfilled and harmonious life. Don't forget to support the podcast and find all my links at https://…
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