Best Arash Farzaneh Podcasts (2024)

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Pause and Restart: Wendy L. Sunshine on Tender Paws and the Beautiful Fabric of Human and Canine Parenting 32:42

10d ago32:42

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with writer and journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine about her book “Tender Paws: How Science-based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs” and how this can enrich our overall understanding of parenting. Whether you are taking care of a child or a dog, there are different parenting style…

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Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino on Redefining Success and Her Guidebook on Being Successful with Visualization, Positivity, Action, and Dedication 45:30

16d ago45:30

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Master Life Coach, Author, and Speaker Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino on her book “The Success Guidebook: How to Visualize, Actualize, and Amplify You.” Elizabeth challenges us to rethink and redefine what success means and to do so individually and not on a cookie-cutter basis (this coming fr…

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Law Professor Mehrsa Baradaran on the Quiet Coup of Neoliberalism: Corruption, Corporate Greed, Distrust, and Dangerous Ideologies 42:18

1M ago42:18

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with law professor Mehrsa Baradaran, the author of “The Quiet Coup: Neoliberalism and the Looting of America” on how neoliberalism was gradually and surreptitiously incorporated and implemented into law for economic and political purposes. Mehrsa details that during the 1960s, there was a signi…

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Going with the Flow: Sheila Winter Wallace on Connecting and Integrating the Body with the Spirit 45:44

2M ago45:44

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with spiritual healer and coach Sheila Winter Wallace about the importance of body awareness and the focus on the breath to deal with and overcome physical and emotional pain and blockages in our mind and body. Over the years, Sheila has worked predominantly with women, most of whom are successful bu…

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Gary Laney on How to Become a Super Leader with Many Hats through Mindset, Practice, Hard Work, and Dedication 29:21

2M ago29:21

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In this episode, I have the great opportunity of speaking with author, entrepreneur, and strategic consultant Gary Laney about his book “Become a Super Leader: The 4 Essential Anchors for Mastering Influential Leadership” as well as his own personal and professional experience regarding leadership. Successful leadership goes beyond making one’s bus…

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Timeless Presidential Leadership Advice: Lessons We Can Learn From Top American Presidents with Talmage Boston 42:14

2M ago42:14

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with presidential historian Talmage Boston and the author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons from Our Top Presidents.” We talk about timeless leadership qualities embodied in each of the Top 8 American Presidents and how this knowledge and insight can be of great benefit to anyone inte…

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The Corky Lee Story: The Art of Photography, Photographic Justice & Social Change with Documentary Filmmaker Jennifer Takaki 10:02

3M ago10:02

10:02

In this episode, filmmaker Jennifer Takaki talks about her documentary “Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story” on the photographer and journalist Corky Lee who over 50 years and with almost a million pictures to his credit managed to combine art, images, and photographs with politics as well as awareness, inclusion, and social change. In fact, …

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Keys to Fulfillment and Happiness: Rabbi Jeffrey Katz on Divine Overflow and Transformational Rules for Living According to Maimonides 41:22

3M ago41:22

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In this episode, I have the wonderful pleasure of speaking with Rabbi Jeffrey Katz, the author of “Rules to Live By: Maimonides’ Guide to a Wonderful Life,” which provides us a summary of fascinating maxims and proverbs by this intellectual and spiritual mind of the Middle Ages. Maimonides was a multi-talented person, and he was a doctor as well as…

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You Being You: Fostering Healthy Relationships and The Joy of Imperfect Love with Dr. Carla Marie Manly 52:12

3M ago52:12

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In this episode, I have the wonderful pleasure to be once again speaking with Clinical Psychologist, Author, and Podcaster Dr. Carla Marie Manly about her book “The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships.” We talk about the intersection between the letting go of perfection and the letting in of joy while…

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The Interconnected Intricacies of History: James Swanson on the Historical Details of the Deerfield Massacre 35:26

3M ago35:26

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with historian and author James Swanson on his fascinating book of “The Deerfield Massacre: A Surprise Attack, a Forced March, and the Fight for Survival in Early America” as well as on his recent involvement with the Apple TV+ series “Manhunt” an adaptation based on his own best-selling book. …

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People Making History: Lord Conrad Black on Leaders and Political and Strategic World History 33:50

4M ago33:50

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with biographer and historian Lord Conrad Black and author of “The Political and Strategic History of the World, Vol. I”, an ambitious and comprehensive project that will encompass a trilogy of books starting from the Old Testament and focusing on various influential people and leaders that hav…

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Finding Healing and Alignment across Mind, Heart and Spirit with Spiritual Healing Coach Alison Davies 37:14

4M ago37:14

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Spiritual Healing Coach Alison Davies about the process and different states and stages of healing. First off, a wide holistic outlook on wellness and wellbeing is crucial while at the same time, one must go within and acknowledge and embrace ownership and accountability. Moreover, to be a…

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The Instant Anxiety Solution: Simple and Practical Tips and Strategies to Deal with Anxiety with Michelle Biton 25:39

4M ago25:39

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Health & Wellness Coach and Educator Michelle Biton about her book “The Instant Anxiety Solution: 5 Simple Steps to Quiet your Mind and Achieve Calm” and how her Five Step Alarm Program can help dealing with anxiety. Michelle explains how she has used it, applied everything she talks about here,…

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Happy Children Don’t Make Wars: Dreamlike Consciousness of Birth Trauma, the Prenatal Experience, Psychoanalysis and Lived Life with Dr. Ludwig Janus 43:05

5M ago43:05

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In this podcast, you will find prominent voices, psychoanalysts, psychologists, therapists, philosophers, and thought leaders talking about a variety of mental health concerns and problems including how to not only deal with anxiety, depression, and chronic conditions but also how to thrive by becoming more resilient and more emotionally engaged an…

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Circles of Healing and Hope for Peace in the Middle East with Therapist and Author Nitsan Joy Gordon 36:16

5M ago36:16

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking (once again!) with peace activist, therapist, and author Nitsan Joy Gordon but this time around sadly under the heavy cloak of violence, war, and suffering. Situated in the Galilee at the border with Lebanon, her community, which includes Muslims, Christians, and Jews live in constant fear and …

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Lift Yourself Up to Draw All Things Toward You: Reverend James Parker on Visualizing and Igniting the Wealth Spark for Personal and Professional Abundance and Success 27:56

6M ago27:56

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In this episode (and the first one to (b)ring in this New Year), I have the great pleasure of talking with Reverend James Parker, Ordained Unity Minister, Life Coach, and Author of “The Wealth Spark: Igniting Your Path to Abundance and Success”. James explains the difference between a wealth mindset and a scarcity mindset and how many people get st…

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Mental Immunity with Dr. Andy Norman: Keeping it Real, the Information Environment Healthy and Our Critical and Rational Thinking Intact 42:18

6M ago42:18

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Andy Norman, researcher, public philosopher, and author of “Mental Immunity: Infectious Ideas, Mind Parasites, and the Search for a Better Way to Think” and one of the founders of the Mental Immunity Project on how to boost your mental immunity by protecting yourself and guarding again…

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You Just Had To Be There: Radhia Gleis on Cults and Cult Leaders, the ”Holy Hell” Documentary and the Netflix Series 48:07

7M ago48:07

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In this episode, I have (once again and again) the great pleasure of speaking to Radhia Gleis who has previously appeared on two different occasions on this podcast to talk about her experiences as a former cult member of the Buddhafield and who was also interviewed for the documentary “Holy Hell” as well as the informative and insightful book “The…

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Come Forth like Lazarus and Embrace the Miracle of Life with Reverend James Martin 16:16

7M ago16:16

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In this podcast, I have the honor and great pleasure of speaking with Reverend James Martin, Jesuit Catholic Priest, and Author of the magnificent, colorful, and insightful book “Come Forth: The Promise of Jesus’s Greatest Miracle”. We talk about why the Reverend chose “The Raising of Lazarus” as the subject of his book. Its theme of coming forth a…

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Psychoanalysis as a Playground for Healing: Working with Children, Adolescents, and Technology with Sigourney Award Recipient Virginia Ungar 35:48

7M ago35:48

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Sigourney Award Recipient Virginia Ungar, psychoanalyst and ex-president of the International Psychoanalytical Association. She shares with us her own encounter with psychoanalysis and the general and ubiquitous presence and prevalence of this fascinating field in her home country Argentin…

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Alienation and Lingering Effects and Trauma that Bad Parenting Can Cause in Children with Lisa Goodpaster 36:54

7M ago36:54

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Childhood Trauma Educator and Founder of the Stephood Project Lisa Goodpaster who is the author of “Alienated: When Parents Won’t Parent”. We talk about her personal experiences as a stepdaughter of being purposely and intentionally alienated from her parents by a narcissist and what divor…

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Be Different and Think for Yourself: On Psychoanalysis, the History of Brainwashing and Thought Control with Sigourney Award Winner Daniel Pick 54:22

8M ago54:22

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Sigourney Award recipient Daniel Pick who is a Historian, Psychoanalyst, and Author of the thought-provoking book “Brainwashed: A New History of Thought Control”! His historical perspective combined with a psychoanalytic approach adds wonderful insights and helps us see connections between…

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Attaining Optimal Health, Maximising our Potential and Unleashing our Superpower with Biohacker and Coach Dr. Mike Van Thielen 38:35

8M ago38:35

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In this episode, I have the great opportunity to talk with Dr. Mike Van Thielen about the Izod Method, attaining optimal health, and even going beyond by maximizing it and fulfilling our life's goals and dreams. Dr. Mike is the author of "The Izod Method - Unleash Your Superpower" and apart from being an international keynote speaker, he is also a …

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Healing Depression with Belonging, Mattering, Creating, and Soaring: Dr. Ardeshir Mehran on Claiming and Reclaiming Your Own Individual Emotional Rights 41:31

8M ago41:31

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, a psychologist, psychoanalyst, transformation leader, and leadership coach who has the mission of bringing a cure to depression and whose book “You are not depressed. You are un-finished” works as a guide, a resource, and an inspiration to ease the emotional and physic…

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The Work, Insights, Influence and Legacy of Otto Rank with Robert Kramer and Kirk Schneider 59:28

9M ago59:28

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In this episode (more of a webinar really!), I have the distinguished pleasure of talking with Robert Kramer and Kirk Schneider, two of the organizers as well as upcoming speakers for the long-awaited and fascinating Otto Rank International Conference to be held online via Zoom on November 4th and 5th! We talk about the amazing work and wonderful a…

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Letting Go of the Ego and the False Self: John Purkiss on How and Why to Drop Everything to Find Pure Consciousness 31:58

9M ago31:58

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In this podcast, I have the great pleasure of speaking with John Purkiss who wrote the bestselling book “The Power Of Letting Go: How To Drop Everything That’s Holding You Back” which focuses on “letting go” and how it can bring you not only better health, happier relationships, more creativity, and greater prosperity but how it can also connect yo…

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The Science with Personal Experience on the Evidence-Based Intermittent Fasting Revolution with Neuroscientist Mark Mattson 49:59

10M ago49:59

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure and honor of speaking with the eminent neuroscientist and renowned expert on Intermittent Fasting: Dr. Mark Mattson. His book “The Intermittent Fasting Revolution: The Science of Optimizing Health and Enhancing Performance” covers his research and findings as well as the background and explanations of the …

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Transcending Stress and Anxiety via TM with Meditation Teacher Bob Roth CEO of the David Lynch Foundation 38:36

10M ago38:36

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In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of speaking with Bob Roth, meditation teacher, author, and CEO of the non-profit David Lynch Foundation. We talk about the wonderful evidence-based meditation technique of Transcendental Meditation introduced by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and which Bob Roth has practiced and taught for over fifty years! I wa…

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Not Your Fault: How Trauma, the Inner Child, and Subconscious Reasons Lead to Self-Sabotage with Trauma-Informed Coach Laura Connell 41:28

10M ago41:28

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of talking with trauma-informed Author and Coach Laura Connell about her fascinating book “It’s Not Your Fault: The Subconscious Reasons We Self-Sabotage and How to Stop”. Laura explains that at the root of many issues in our personal and professional lives is childhood trauma often stemming from dysfuncti…

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On Individual and Collective Trauma, Holistic Healing, and the Difference between Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth with TikTokTraumaDoc Christy Gibson 35:57

10M ago35:57

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with the versatile and multi-talented TikTokTraumaDoc Dr. Christy Gibson who wears many hats including but not limited to being a physician, speaker, trauma clinician & specialist, and the author of “The Modern Trauma Toolkit: Nurture Your Post-Traumatic Growth with Personalized Solutions”! We …

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Dr. Norman Rosenthal on Defeating SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) with Bright Light Therapy and Other Holistic Tools 35:39

10M ago35:39

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Researcher and Psychiatrist Dr. Norman Rosenthal, the author of “Defeating SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): A Guide to Health and Happiness through All Seasons” and the very person who put SAD on the map. At the time, Dr. Rosenthal experienced pushback from colleagues but once it made it to…

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Transforming Mental Health Care and Diagnosis with Creativity and Self-Expression with the UnDoctor Dr. Fred Moss 31:59

11M ago31:59

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of talking with the UnDoctor, the Non-Diagnosing Psychiatrist, Author, and Podcaster Dr. Fred Moss about transforming mental health diagnosis and treatment and the importance of creativity, true self-expression, and listening to and connecting with our fellow beings. There is a general lack of authenticity…

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Brave Acts and Heroic Efforts in the Face of Unthinkable Evil: The Dangerous and Unbelievable Escape from Dachau with Susan Servais 35:27

12M ago35:27

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In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk with Susan Servais, the daughter of Kathe Mueller Slonim who wrote the chilling, moving, and inspiring book and memoir “Escape from Dachau: A True Story of Survival, Courage, and a Daring Escape in the Face of Unthinkable Evil”. Susan gives an overview of Germans of Jewish origin that were living and con…

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Me versus Us: Individualistic and Communitarian Value Systems, Family Life, Parenting and Learning Across Different Cultures with Dr. Cornelius N. Grove 57:05

12M ago57:05

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with ethnologist and author Dr. Cornelius N. Grove about his fascinating book “How Other Children Learn: What Five Traditional Societies Tell Us about Parenting and Children’s Learning” which examines the parenting styles and learning of those communitarian cultures and compares and contrasts them…

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Planting Seeds and Finding Guidance and Healing with the Sacred Feminine Wisdom Cards with Andrea Menard 36:49

12M ago36:49

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with actor, singer, writer, speaker, and indigenous facilitator of the Rise of the Sacred Feminine, Andrea Menard about her book and deck of cards “Seeds from the Sacred Feminine Wisdom Cards” painted and illustrated by Métis painter Leah Marie Dorion. Andrea explains the importance of planting…

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Vibrantly Alive: Elevating Your Vibes to Manifest Joy and Sustainable Happiness in Your Daily Life with Lisa McCourt 41:17

12M ago41:17

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In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of talking to the founder of Joy School and author of the inspiring and inspirational book “Free Your Joy: The 12 Keys to Sustainable Happiness” Lisa McCourt! Lisa is a teacher and curator of psychological and spiritual wisdom, and she explains how joy is and ought to be the core of our essence and exis…

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Own Your Opportunities: Planting and Cultivating the Seeds of Your Vision and Dreams Toward Self-Maximization with Juliet Hall 36:08

12M ago36:08

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with the author of “Own Your Opportunities: A Story of Self-Discovery and Self-Determination” and leadership advisor Juliet Hall about the importance of owning your opportunities and manifesting your dreams and deep desires. We talk about how self-discovery and staying true to yourself are integra…

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The American Experiment: From Jefferson, Medical Sciences & Health Care Systems to a More Perfect Union & Greater Equality with Congressman Adam Smith 35:52

12M ago35:52

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure and honor to (once again!) speak with Congressman Adam Smith about the founding father Thomas Jefferson, the American experiment, and the desire and quest for attaining a more perfect union with greater equality and diverse viewpoints and opinions. We also talk about his wonderful and candid book "Lost and…

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How Healing is More than Possible: Rebeccah Silence on Overcoming Trauma with a Mental Health Roadmap in Mind 41:09

1y ago41:09

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In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure to speak with Emotional Healing and Relationship Coach Rebeccah Silence who is also the author of the inspiring & inspirational book "Coming Back to Life: A Roadmap to Healing from Pain to Create the Life You Want"! Rebeccah is no stranger to extreme forms of trauma, but she has not only overcome and re…

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Mindfulness versus Soulful Living: Being in Communion with Our Divinity and the Goddess Inside with Elaine Hoem 38:11

1y ago38:11

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Elaine Hoem, Psychotherapist, Meditation Teacher, Life Coach, and author of the magnificent book “Everyday Soul Dances: A Guide to Soulful Living in the Midst of Uncertain Times”. Elaine explains the difference between mindful and soulful living and how the former is about taming the mind and…

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Congressman Adam Smith on His Book Lost and Broken and Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and Chronic Pain 31:56

1y ago31:56

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In this episode, I have the great honor and pleasure to speak with Congressman Adam Smith, author of “Lost and Broken: My Journey Back from Chronic Pain and Crippling Anxiety” about his personal struggles and difficulties with mental health issues and various methods and approaches of dealing with them. Member of U.S. Congress Adam Smith went throu…

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Working with Your Own Crazy & Trauma Towards Self-Acceptance, Self-Compassion, Love, and Appreciation for All with Dr. Grant H. Brenner 47:21

1y ago47:21

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Physician-Psychiatrist Dr. Grant H. Brenner co-author of “Making Your Crazy Work For You: From Trauma And Isolation To Self-Acceptance And Love” with Mark B. Borg, and Daniel Berry about not only individual and collective trauma and the path to posttraumatic growth, meaning, and wisdom but al…

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Ways of Minding the Body with the Mind-Body Way: How Embodiment Helps Leaders Align Themselves with Dr. Julie Beaulac & Casey Berglund 43:25

1y ago43:25

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to talk with Dr. Julie Beaulac and Casey Berglund, two of the authors of the inspiring and inspirational book "The Mind-Body Way: The Embodied Leader's Path to Resilience, Connection, and Purpose." We embark upon the question of what makes a good leader and how a company can become more effective and succe…

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Sing Your Song with the Inner Music of Your Soul: Rabbi Daniel Cohen on Elijah Moments and Spreading Light and Positivity 28:20

1y ago28:20

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to talk to Rabbi Daniel Cohen, a mentor, guide, motivator, and the author of the book “What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone: Creating a Life of Legacy”. The Rabbi talks about the uniqueness and beauty of each person and moment, how no day should be wasted or squandered, and how we can bring and s…

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Magic Mushroom Mystical Journeys: How Psychedelic Plant Medicine Can Lift Up and Ground Our Visionary Realities with Gary Logan & Rob Grover 32:07

1y ago32:07

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with spiritual advisors, entrepreneurs, and visionaries Gary Logan and Rob Grover on how psychedelic plant medicine with proper guidance, support, and the right setting can serve as a tool for not only empowerment but also spiritual understanding, insight, and awakening. Gary and Rob are founders …

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Slow Down and Find Your Inner Balance Instead of Shortcuts and Escapes Within a Fast-Paced Environment with Kamilah Stevenson 36:11

1y ago36:11

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with health coach and healthy lifestyle expert Kamilah Stevenson about how there are many sides and facets when it comes to individual health, personal wellness & well-being and that there are different ways of healing our bodies and our nervous system. By looking at all the angles, we come to see…

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Overcoming Polarization, Anger, and Divisiveness with Shared Values, Humanity, and Optimism with Dr. Emily Bashah & Hon. Paul E. Johnson 44:20

1y ago44:20

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with Dr. Emily Bashah and Hon. Paul E. Johnson. They are hosts of the influential podcast “The Optimistic American” and authors of the insightful book “Addictive Ideologies: Finding Meaning and Agency When Politics Fail You”. Dr. Bashah is a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practic…

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Acting Your Heart & Soul Out: Actors and Mental Health Struggles to Deal with Pressure, Stigma, and Trauma with Actor Sean Hayden 32:45

1y ago32:45

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure to speak with Actor and Podcast Host Sean Hayden about the many pressures of acting and being in show business and the importance of mental health, particularly in the case of the theater industry. Acting can be very tough and demanding starting from landing a role via auditions to dealing with constant re…

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Making Fun a Habit Beyond Guilty Pleasures: How to Turn Leisure, Work and Education into Joy with Dr. Mike Rucker 43:51

1+ y ago43:51

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Mike Rucker, organizational psychologist, behavioral scientist, and author of “The Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life”! Mike explains how work has come to define and control many aspects of our lives and that our to-do lists and domestic duties are endlessly gro…

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Keep Calm and Be Mindful of your Emotions: The Consequences of Trauma, Emotional Contagion & Polarized Thinking with Dr. Bruce Hutchison 45:44

1+ y ago45:44

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In this episode, I have the pleasure to talk with Dr. Bruce Hutchison for a second time on a topic that is very timely and relevant and resonates with many people, namely emotional contagion and its ramifications and consequences. Dr. Hutchison is a clinical psychologist with various decades of experience, and he is the author of the magnificent bo…

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