Best Benjamin Meyer Podcasts (2024)

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Be in Control--Taking Personal Responsibility 12:52

28m ago12:52

12:52

Peggy discusses what personal responsibility it, and what it is not, what that sounds like in kids, adults, at work and with your health, consequences of not taking personal responsibility, and what you can do to improve it. Get in touch with me! Questions you want answered? Giving suggestions or feedback? Just want to connect? Website: https://pos…

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How to Escape Housing (and Baseball Stadium) Traps, Plus a Little Disney Urbanism. 1:05:30

3h ago1:05:30

1:05:30

The Messy City is a podcast that discusses urban planning and design issues. Its host, Kevin Klinkenberg, recently invited Strong Towns President Chuck Marohn to appear on an episode. It was a great conversation, so we’re sharing that audio with you here on the Strong Towns Podcast, too. Up for discussion today: takeaways from “Escaping the Housing…

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Generating Energy for Success with Eva Medilek 36:00

6h ago36:00

36:00

Eva talks about the difference between high-achievers and high-performers, habits that generate energy and success, Brendon Burchard's 3-2-1 Sleep routine, and explains what "Your Perfect Average Day" exercise is, what CPR stands for and what Relationship STYLE means to her and how you can use them to understand yourself and what matters most to yo…

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Are You Doing What You Said You Would Do?? --Living with Integrity 13:36

16h ago13:36

13:36

In this episode, Peggy defines Integrity-- What it is and what it is not. The underlying factors that may cause people to lack integrity. Some consequences and examples of lacking integrity. What you can do to improve your integrity. Get in touch with me! Questions you want answered? Giving suggestions or feedback? Just want to connect? Website: ht…

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Unleash Your Pleasure and Desire with Sophie Luxton 39:30

11d ago39:30

39:30

Sophie discusses how she helps women break out of places they want to be freed from. A lot of women feel trapped in their own bodies from the expectations certain roles have on us. She loves to help women experience pleasure in their daily life through connecting with their bodies, what gives them pleasure and by celebrating all of who they are--al…

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Honesty Is The Best Policy--1 of 5 Moral Values 18:05

5d ago18:05

18:05

She encourages everyone to answer the following 10 questions for themselves: 1. Where have I been dishonest with yourself and others? 2. What have I lied about? 3. Why did I lie? 4. How did it make me feel? How did it affect me–mentally, emotionally, physically? 5. How did lying or being dishonest affect my relationship with others? 6. Is there any…

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Be The Leader You Need to See with Jamie Propst 36:38

10d ago36:38

36:38

In this episode, Jamie talks about being willing to go for it, to start, to make mistakes, seek learning from others through courses and through their examples. It's in the doing that a person gains confidence and courage to take the next step, to do the next thing. You have to start to gain the clarity. Clarity also comes from tapping into your in…

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'Doing Your Best' vs. 'Being the Best' 13:58

12d ago13:58

13:58

'Being the Best' often means striving for perfection, not having any weaknesses, being perfect and strong in mind and body. But perfection can also weigh us down, be elusive and stress us out by being in competition with others. 'Doing Your Best' is in your control, a choice you make every day, multiple times a day to get a little better. It's putt…

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The Strong Towns Tension With YIMBYism 1:05:31

15d ago1:05:31

1:05:31

The Strong Towns approach to housing has some obvious tensions with NIMBYism, but what about YIMBYism? That’s the topic for discussion on the table for today’s episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, because while our approach has more in common with the YIMBY (“Yes in My Backyard”) crowd than differences, there are some nuances that are worth address…

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Healthy Grief with Dr. Karen Kramer 42:06

17d ago42:06

42:06

In this episode, Dr. Karen adds to the normal definition of grief, which is usually associated with the loss of a loved one, to encompass everyday types of losses, when what once was, is no longer. These can be the loss of hopes and dreams, loss of identity or health. A loss is a window into understanding how we respond to grief, how we act and rea…

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Make Your Choice Matter 15:17

19d ago15:17

15:17

In this episode, Peggy discussions the definitions and gives her interpretation of what decision and decide are and what you can do for yourself to make your choices matter by: Saying "no" more often. Choose from the heart. Commit to following through with your choice, your word. Live with Integrity. Choose to make your choices matter. Find an acco…

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Alex Alsup: How Much of the U.S.'s Housing Stock Is Locally Owned? 45:00

1M ago45:00

45:00

This week on the Strong Towns Podcast, host Chuck Marohn is joined by Alex Alsup of Regrid, an organization that, among other things, has put together the only 100% complete national parcel map for the United States. Alsup chats with us about this 10-year project and some of the data and analyses Regrid has gotten out of it—including what percentag…

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Part 4 of 4: Psychological, Social & Environmental Factors of Mental Health 21:35

24d ago21:35

21:35

In this part, Peggy discusses how you can influence the psychological, social, and environmental factors that influence mental health for yourself and others as well as some resources. *Permission was given by the participants and conference hosts for this presentation to be recorded. If you would like Peggy to present this topic to your organizati…

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Part 3 of 4: Biological Factors of Mental Health 22:22

26d ago22:22

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In this part, Peggy discusses how you can influence the biological factors that influence mental health for yourself and others. *Permission was given by the participants and conference hosts for this presentation to be recorded. If you would like Peggy to present this topic to your organization or at your next conference, please contact her. Get i…

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KJ Speaks on (Serenity) “Michell Clark, Johnny Miller, Tupac, Fivio Foreign Soren Kierkegaard & more 11:36

1M ago11:36

11:36

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Where Strong Towns Stands As We Enter Another Election Year 57:59

1M ago57:59

57:59

As the U.S. enters another election year—one that is certain to be contentious—we know that many Americans are going to be engrossed in the conversation about national politics. And many of our readers want to know where Strong Towns stands on the issue. In this week’s episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, host Chuck Marohn responds to this question…

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Part 2 of 4: Awareness of Mental Health--Factors that Influence 25:03

1M ago25:03

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In this part, Peggy discusses the factors that influence mental health including: Biological, Psychological, Social, Economic and Environmental factors. *Permission was given by the participants and conference hosts for this presentation to be recorded. If you would like Peggy to present this topic to your organization or at your next conference, p…

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Part 1 of 4: Awareness of Mental Health--Reducing Stigma 22:16

1M ago22:16

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Peggy defines what health, mental health and mental illness are, how each fall on an illness-wellness continuum while making an effort to "normalize" the stigma of mental health through a light-hearted introduction of various people Peggy lives with on a daily basis. *Permission was given by the participants and conference hosts for this presentati…

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You2 by Price Pritchett, Ph.D.--Book Summary 11:52

1M ago11:52

11:52

“You” making gradual progress is making gradual improvements, taking one step at a time, settling for things as they are right now, doing more of the same, over and over again, expecting different results. Dr. Pritchett describes Quantum Leaps as an explosive jump or an exponential gain, a huge shift or change in behavior. It’s like multiplying ins…

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Spring Cleaning Your Spirit 19:27

1M ago19:27

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How can you spring clean your Spirit? 1. Be Aware of the Energy You Bring into a Room 2. Decide how you want to feel? What type of spirit do you want to show up with? 3. Create a statement on how you want to show up. 4. Act accordingly. Show up with the spirit and energy you want. Get in touch with me! Questions you want answered? Giving suggestion…

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Why We Need To Show Empathy Toward Drivers in Conversations About Street Safety 51:06

2M ago51:06

51:06

Bike Talk is a radio show dedicated to the idea that we need to prioritize bikes as a form of public transportation, and they recently invited Chuck to appear on an episode. It was a great conversation, and so we’re sharing that audio with you today here, as well. They discuss why it’s important to have empathy in discussions about transportation a…

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A Journey of Love with Bailey Korzack 46:43

2M ago46:43

46:43

In this episode, Bailey Korzack sheds light on how to become who you want to be with yourself and in your relationships by first loving and accepting yourself. She gives examples of how to start conversations that will deepen connection and love in your relationships, and how it all starts with being vulnerable with yourself by creating a safe spac…

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Spring Cleaning Your Body 22:02

2M ago22:02

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What can you do to spring clean your body? Be aware of what you are eating, drinking and doing to fuel and move your body. Eliminate food-like substances. Eat foods with one ingredient–whole fruits and vegetables, lean protein. Drink more water. Move your body. Just as Spring Cleaning your environment and mind are very beneficial to your overall ph…

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Benjamin Herold: The Unraveling of America’s Suburbs 56:15

2M ago56:15

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Benjamin Herold, author of Disillusioned: Five Families and the Unraveling of America’s Suburbs, joins host Chuck Marohn on this week’s episode of the Strong Towns Podcast. Disillusioned tells the story of five families from Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Pittsburg, all of whom moved to the suburbs in search of the American dream…but in…

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10 Mindful Minutes with Terri Hamilton 35:27

2M ago35:27

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In this episode, Terri shares how mindfulness, gratitude, changing one's perspective and thoughts can help people respond intentionally to the world around them. Through simple mindfulness techniques and strategies, which Terri shares, individuals can become more aware, more mindful and can change their neural pathways to produce more feel-good hor…

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Spring Cleaning Your Mind 12:29

2M ago12:29

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How can you spring clean your mind? 1. Notice and be aware of your thoughts. Decide which thoughts you want more of and which ones you don’t. Sweep out the thoughts you don’t want. 2. Challenge your thoughts. 3. Reframe the thoughts. 4. Dust or Polish off your thoughts. 5. Incorporate new, more empowering and positive thoughts into your day. Spring…

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What Is the Role of Philanthropy in Building Stronger Towns? 53:07

2M ago53:07

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What’s the role of philanthropy when it comes to building strong towns? How do we get philanthropy involved, and how do we make good investments? How do we access federal programs and bigger resources effectively? This is a tension within our conversation, and to help us unpack it, we invited two experts who are well-aligned with these issues onto …

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"Worthy" by Jamie Kern Lima--Book Summary 23:18

2M ago23:18

23:18

The 9 Lies to Unlearn: My weight impacts my worth I should only be seen when I'm happy I don't deserve better I don't have anything special to offer I need to please them in order to love me If I stand out I'll get kicked out I'm not enough on my own, I'm an imposter If I'm me I won't be loved Labels are permanent Jamie gives so many real life exam…

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Spring Cleaning Your Environment 14:18

2M ago14:18

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This episode explores the concept of environment, encompassing our homes, offices, and outdoor spaces. We examine the impact of cluttered and messy environments on our mental health, productivity, and even financial stress. Through anecdotes and insights, we uncover the hidden benefits of spring cleaning, from reducing stress and improving sleep to…

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Sam Quinones: Recovering Addicts Are Having a Bottom-Up Revolution in This Small Kentucky Town 26:08

2M ago26:08

26:08

Journalist and author Sam Quinones returns to the Strong Towns Podcast for the third time to discuss a recent, moving article he’s written for The Free Press: “Opioids Decimated a Kentucky Town. Recovering Addicts Are Saving It.” It’s the story of Hazard, a small town that was hit hard by the decline of coal mining and the rise of the opioid epidem…

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Recognize Your Power with Klara Brown 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

In this episode, Klara discusses three main points. 1) The power in recognizing your own role, patterns, emotions and responses in a relationship and how that is the first step to creating an extraordinary life. 2) The power of meditation that helped her escape depression, find her spiritual center and how it has become a daily practice to living h…

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How Fear is a Barrier to Communication 15:15

2M ago15:15

15:15

Being vulnerable in a relationship is the willingness to take a chance, to open oneself up and share your thoughts and feelings, what you believe and value, exposing your true intentions, fears and desires. Vulnerability is all about being open and honest enough with yourself to share with others your true thoughts and feelings. When we are afraid …

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Tony Jordan and Chris Meyer: Pushing for People Over Parking 1:04:54

3M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

This week’s episode of the Strong Towns Podcast is all about parking reform, and here to talk with host Chuck Marohn on the matter are Tony Jordan and Chris Meyer. Jordan is the president of the Parking Reform Network, a bottom-up nonprofit that’s working to educate the public about the impact of parking policy on climate change, equity, housing, a…

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