Best Brad Meltzer Podcasts (2024)

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Brad Montague on seeking out joy rebels and making hope a habit 34:57

1h ago34:57

34:57

"Hope is bold," Brad Montague tells me. The New York Times best-selling author and illustrator explains how hope, in combination with play, togetherness, and joy, can be a force for change, and help spark kids' imaginations for what's possible. What a treat you’re in for this week! It’s a truly inspiring, happy-making conversation with the man you …

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Karen Walrond: How to Reclaim Aging as Something to Celebrate 37:11

17d ago37:11

37:11

Guess what? We all age! So why is the world so tough on women who do just that? Can we reclaim aging as something to celebrate? You'll get some wonderful answers today from Karen Walrond, author of the award-winning Radiant Rebellion: Reclaim Aging, Practice Joy, and Raise a Little Hell We discuss how we all inadvertently promote ageism (ever said …

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5 Small Life Edits to Create Big, Positive Change in Your Life: Dr. Christine Koh 36:51

1M ago36:51

36:51

"Life is hard. Adulting is hard. The political climate is hard," confesses Dr. Christine Koh, one of my favorite humans and the host of the Edit Your Life Show. So she's here to share 5 small (really!) life edits you can make right now, that have immediate and positive impact. One of my favorite: Identifying the kinds of people you should be spendi…

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Social Media, Kids and Mental Health: Dr. Devorah Heitner on What We're Getting Wrong 31:23

2M ago31:23

31:23

This episode is a must-listen for all parents of kids who have smartphones, especially if you're worried about the impact of social media on mental health. Dr. Devorah Heitner a renowned author and expert on kids and technology, joins me to provide thought-provoking insights that challenge a lot of the conventional wisdom, so get ready for a fresh …

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Brutally honest college admissions questions from teens: Asked and answered 25:56

2M ago25:56

25:56

So here's a fun surprise: Today, my own daughter and rising high school senior, Sage, joins me on Spawned for the first time! She's asking fantastic questions about college admissions on behalf of teens who have shared them with us. In our third and final podcast in our Insider's Guide to College Admissions, with Alyse Levine of Premium Prep, you'l…

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Jonathan Van Ness: Creating a culture of acceptance for kids who are different 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

What a treat to have 30 minutes during Pride Month with the one and only Jonathan Van Ness, who's out with a brand new children's book, Gorgeously Me! We're talking about how to create a culture of acceptance for kids who are different, but we touch on so much more. Like the book that traumatized Jonathan as a kid (eek!), their strongest memory of …

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A grade-by-grade guide to college admissions with Alyse Levine 49:21

2M ago49:21

49:21

I am so happy to continue our 3-Part Insider Guide to the College Admission Process with my guest, Alyse Levine, one of the country's most prominent college counseling experts. Today we're focusing on a grade-by-grade guide to supporting our kids on the path toward college applications. Some of the topics we cover: Why middle school should be about…

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Brad Meltzer: Empathy, Kindness, Magic, Transformation, and That One Guy in the Restroom That One Time 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Fresh off his viral commencement address at the University of Michigan, I'm joined by best-selling author Brad Meltzer. (Yes, that Brad Meltzer from the "I Am..." biographical children's books we all own!) He talks about his thoughts on kindness as a "naive ideal worth fighting for," the need for more empathy online, his love for the Harlem Globetr…

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Exposing the Truth: My Battle to Keep My Business Open 2:01:25

3M ago2:01:25

2:01:25

In this next episode of the podcast, host Tony Delgado sits down with author and entrepreneur Ian Smith, a defiant business owner whose battle against government lockdowns turned into a symbol of resistance. Ian recounts the formidable challenges he faced when he decided to reopen his gym amidst the pandemic, defying state mandates and sparking a n…

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How to help your chid identify and develop their passions, with Alyse Levine of Premium Prep 31:02

3M ago31:02

31:02

As parents of teens know, it's the college admission season. That's why I am thrilled to welcome back Alyse Levine, one of the most prominent college counseling experts, to help us out. You all loved my interview with her in January about de-stressing college admissions, which is why I invited her for a 3-Part Parent's Guide to the College Admissio…

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Have we been thinking about kindness all wrong? With guest Jaclyn Lindsey of Kindness.org 30:06

3M ago30:06

30:06

Spawned is back (whoo!) with host Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks and Mom-101. I'm excited to get back to what I love most-- helping us get through the ups and downs of parenting together. Each week I'll be joined by compelling experts, best-selling authors, entrepreneurs, comedians, therapists, and even some big celebrities. I'm thrilled to kick t…

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44: Bobbi-Jo Meuleman 37:55

5M ago37:55

37:55

We chat with Boise Metro Chamber CEO Bobbi-Jo Meuleman about her new role - how the chamber will grow and change in coming years, and what's next for Boise's economy.By Don Day

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Brad Blazar - How To Raise Capital 1:05:14

5M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

In this interview, Tony Delgado chats with special guest Brad Blazer about his expertise in raising capital, the importance of integrity and mindset, and the process of building relationships with investors.Podcast Highlights💰 Brad emphasizes the importance of getting started early in raising capital, encouraging entrepreneurs to be intentional and…

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A college guidance expert and former admissions officer helps de-stress the application process. Phew! | Ep 301 36:00

7M ago36:00

36:00

It is so tough to navigate the college search and admission process -- emotionally, practically, financially. (Eep!) It completely stressed me out, and I'm a pretty Type B mom. So learn from my mistakes! To kick off a new year of Spawned, we're lucky to be getting super helpful tips from Alyse Levine, one of the foremost college counseling experts …

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43: Carrie Westergard 38:18

8M ago38:18

38:18

Visti Boise's Carrie Westergard chats with Don Day about tourism in Idaho's capital cityBy Don Day

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez 16:27

8M ago16:27

16:27

In this special episode of 'The Disrupt with Tony Delgado', we had the privilege of being received in the office of the renowned mayor of Miami, Francis Suarez. Can you imagine it? There, in the heart of one of the most vibrant cities, we talk about Miami's amazing transformation into a global center for technology and finance. Mayor Suarez, with h…

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How moms can find some holiday joy for themselves: With Margaret Ables | Ep 300 26:49

9M ago26:49

26:49

At the end of such a tough year, we're looking to find all the holiday joy where we can, and make fun for our kids -- but why do moms always seem to be the people behind the fun, and not part of the fun? Liz is joined by Margaret Ables, co-host of the fabulous What Fresh Hell parenting podcast to commiserate, and we're offering smart tips (eg stop …

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43: Nicole McKay 29:45

10M ago29:45

29:45

Boise Office of Police Accountability Director Nicole McKay.By Don Day

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Ketan Rahangdale CEO of Miami's Pitbull-backed, music-tech platform Unitea 24:02

12M ago24:02

24:02

Miami-based Unitea is the only engage-to-earn music platform built to deepen connections between artists, brands, and fans. The Miami Guide sat down with Unitea’s CEO Ketan Rahangdale, to talk about their seed round, fan-focused vision and Miami operation. Boasting a board of directors featuring industry titans like Pitbull (Armando Perez) and Clau…

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Parenting kids in a gender-nonconforming world: Kate Brookes of Transister | Ep 299 35:34

1y ago35:34

35:34

We all say we want to raise kids who are happy, healthy, and can be their authentic selves. So what happens when your kid is becoming someone who's really different from what we had imagined? That's the story Kate Brookes tells in the wonderful Transister: Raising Twins in a Gender-Bending World. She's incredibly forthcoming, funny, reflective, and…

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Tony Delgado - The Power of Credit 23:52

1y ago23:52

23:52

Tony Delgado - The Power of Credit

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Dr. Devorah Heitner on Keeping Kids Healthy on Social Media | Ep 298 34:06

1y ago34:06

34:06

When the Surgeon General issued his recent advisory on social media and the health of our kids, I knew author, columnist, and adolescent digital media expert Dr. Devorah Heitner would be the perfect person to ask for guidance and reassurance. And wow does she come through! Here, she offers incredibly helpful, specific tips about what we can do as p…

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Dr. Lisa Damour on the emotional lives of teenagers | Episode 297 27:41

1y ago27:41

27:41

Bestselling author, podcast host, and psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour shares her insights and thoughtful advice on raising emotionally connected and resilient teens and discusses the impetus for her newest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers. Visit Cool Mom Picks for show notes, and follow us on social media: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Learn…

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42: Peter Oliver 20:32

1+ y ago20:32

20:32

TOK Commercial partner Peter Oliver discusses the commercial real estate Outlook in the Treasure Valley with BoiseDev's Don Day.By Don Day

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41: Elaine Clegg 20:58

1+ y ago20:58

20:58

BoiseDev's Elaine Clegg chats with Valley Regional Transit CEO Elaine Clegg about transit and transportation in the Treasure ValleyBy Don Day

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40: Dr. Daniel Meltzer 18:10

1+ y ago18:10

18:10

Dr. Daniel Meltzer with Regence BlueShield of Idaho discusses the changing healthcare and health insurance fields in the Boise area with the national public health emergency ending.By Don Day

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39: Tracy Kasper 20:07

1+ y ago20:07

20:07

Tracy Kasper, President-elect of the National Association of Realtors, discusses the local real estate outlook with BoiseDev's Gretchen Parsons.By Don Day

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Luvvie Ajayi Jones on raising "good troublemakers" | Ep 296 25:58

1+ y ago25:58

25:58

I have wanted to talk with best-selling author, TED Talk phenom, and "professional troublemaker" Luvvie Ajayi Jones for so long! With the release of her wonderful new children's book, Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess, it's the perfect time. We discuss what it means to make good trouble, tips for talking to kids when they break the rules, and why to…

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Juan Salgado - Tattoo Skullz Society 42:01

1+ y ago42:01

42:01

The Disrupt Podcast with host Tony Delgado is back and this week he's talking with none other than Juan Salgado, one of the most controversial and dynamic figures in the world of cryptocurrency and NFTs. In this explosive interview, Tony and Juan delve deep into the world of NFTs, discussing everything from their origins to their practical uses and…

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Dr. Ken Ginsburg: The ultimate guide to parenting teens | Episode 295 39:02

1+ y ago39:02

39:02

One of our all-time favorite guests, Dr. Ken Ginsburg, is back to chat about his newest book, Congrats—You're Having a Teen! and debunk some of the most common myths about parenting teenagers. Dr. Ginsburg's insights and work have changed the way we parent our kids, so let's just say if there's an episode of Spawned to listen to, it's this one. Tha…

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The Great Reset: A HUGE Wealth Transfer is HERE 35:35

1+ y ago35:35

35:35

💥🔥💣THE GREAT DISRUPTION IS HERE! MASSIVE WEALTH TRANSFER IMMINENT!💣🔥💥🌐🌎🌍In this EXPLOSIVE video, we expose the TRUTH behind "The Great Reset" and how it will lead to a MASSIVE wealth transfer in our society. With AI, crypto, the US dollar COLLAPSING, and a NEW WORLD ORDER on the horizon, this is the ULTIMATE wake-up call! Russia and China are teami…

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How to Build Generational Wealth w/ Peter O Estevez 37:28

1+ y ago37:28

37:28

In this episode, Tony interviews Peter O Estevez, an entrepreneur, author, and international speaker. Peter is also the founder of a movement called Excellente, which aims to empower the Latino community through a series of talks and conversations called Latin Talks.Peter shares his inspiring journey, starting from being one of 13 children in a fam…

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Michelle Icard: The hard talks we need to have with our kids (and how to have them) | Episode 294 37:32

1+ y ago37:32

37:32

Author Michelle Icard chats about her book "14 Talks By Age 14," sharing how parents can approach the difficult conversations we know we need to have with our kids. Find Michelle's helpful book, wherever you buy your books. Follow us on social media: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. And for show notes, visit CoolMomPicks.com. About our sponsor, Ca…

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Melinda Wenner Moyer: Parenting strategies for raising good kids into great adults | Ep 293 44:06

1+ y ago44:06

44:06

We all want to raise kind, generous, caring, empathetic kids -- who turn into great adults. So we turned to the perfect guide: Parenting author, science columnist and researcher Melinda Wenner Moyer. She shares so much science-backed data and turns it into parenting strategies, we can all put to use in our own families immediately. We think you'll …

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David Meltzer - The Power of Compassionate Capitalism in Times of Crisis 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

28:31

In this podcast, we explore the power of compassionate capitalism and how it can be leveraged for success in times of disruption. We discuss the importance of finding happiness and opportunities even in the midst of adversity, and how technology can be used to create new business opportunities. Our guest shares practical advice on how to identify s…

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38: Brad Little 26:46

1+ y ago26:46

26:46

Idaho Gov. Brad Little joins BoiseDev's Don Day to talk about growth, infrastructure, Idaho's reputation and more.By Don Day

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Gerard Adams - Entrepreneurial Secrets Of Success 42:41

1+ y ago42:41

42:41

On this episode of the Disrupt Podcast, we sit down with Gerard Adams, the co-founder of Elite Daily and a successful entrepreneur, investor, speaker, and influencer. Gerard's story is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and self-investment, and he has learned some valuable lessons along the way. In this interview, Gerard shares …

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Jason Capital - From Basketball to Business Mogul 45:39

1+ y ago45:39

45:39

In this episode, we have an exclusive interview with Jason Capital, a successful entrepreneur who has made the move to Puerto Rico. Jason shares his journey from growing up in a cold suburb outside of Detroit, to his desire to become a millionaire and live on an island, which led him to discover entrepreneurship and eventually, move to Puerto Rico.…

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Les Brown - Unleashing Your Inner Greatness 14:09

1+ y ago14:09

14:09

In this podcast episode, Tony Delgado interviews the legendary motivational speaker, Les Brown, at the Hungry for Greatness event backstage at the Mastermind. They discuss the meaning of the word "hungry" and what it means to live a life that you love. Les shares his story of overcoming rejection and his hunger to succeed. They also touch on the cu…

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J Flow - Self awareness For Entrepreneurs 28:58

1+ y ago28:58

28:58

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we dive into the topic of abundance and explore what might be holding people back from attracting it into their lives. Our guest is enlightened entrepreneur, J Flow. He shares his insights on how the average person, who may not have attended a million conferences or taken countless courses, can ov…

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Exploring Miami's Food and Wine Scene with Lee Brian Schrager 14:01

1+ y ago14:01

14:01

In this episode of the Miami Guide podcast, we sit down with the renowned food and wine expert Lee Brian Schrager. Lee is the founder and director of both the Food Network South Beach and New York City Wine and Food Festivals, and has spent his career promoting culinary excellence and supporting local chefs and restaurants. Join us as we delve into…

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Reaching your organizational goals: Sarah-Hart Unger on prioritizing, organizing, and managing time | Ep 292 23:24

1+ y ago23:24

23:24

Prioritizing and organizing your life, your family schedule, and especially your time is something a lot of moms (like, uh me!) can use help with. Take a listen for some terrific tips from Sarah Hart-Unger, host of Best Laid Plans podcast and co-host of Best of Both Worlds. She shares her genius "nested goals" approach, offers advice for list-makin…

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Being mixed race in America: A conversation with author Lauren Kung Jessen | Episode 291 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

36:34

As a mixed-race Chinese American, I've struggled to feel a sense of belonging. I grew up feeling more accepted by the German (white) side of my family. Then, as I got older, I learned more about the Chinese side of my family and felt a connection to the experiences of Asian Americans. Just recently, especially as I was editing my book, A Thousand M…

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Preserving memories in the 21st century | Spawned Ep 290 26:18

1+ y ago26:18

26:18

With the invention of smartphones (and tablets), keeping track of our digital memories (think photos, videos, scans), has become more difficult than we might have expected. In this episode, David Vaskevitch, CEO of Mylio Photos, shares the challenges that he experienced with digital memory preservation, and how families can make it a whole lot easi…

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37: Tiam Rastegar 1:07:19

1+ y ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Trailhead CEO Tiam Rastegar talks about his journey from Iran, to Germany, to Boise -- and how he and the non-profit business boosting agency came together.By Don Day

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The Best of 2022 } Spawned 289 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

35:37

We've talked to so many incredible guests in 2022 -- film directors, authors, journalists, political pundits, activists. So we thought we'd share some of our favorite quotes and thoughtful advice in this fun look back at what we've learned over the past year here. If there's one you want to hear more about, you're already on your podcast app! Just …

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Moms need more fun over the holidays! | Ep 288 27:56

1+ y ago27:56

27:56

Moms are so busy trying to make fun for everyone over the holidays, sometimes we forget that we're supposed to be having fun too! How do we do that without adding "have more fun" to our to-do lists? Margaret Ables, co-host of the fabulous What Fresh Hell parenting podcast is joining me to offer smart tips, sweet stories, a lot of laughter, and a lo…

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Why the sex talk with your kids is more important than ever | Episode 287 37:37

1+ y ago37:37

37:37

We've discussed the sex talk on Spawned a few times, however, if your school district is like mine (and many across the country), they are making sex education an optional, home-taught module. That means, we need to be more invested than ever in ensuring our kids are getting comprehensive sex education. That's what Andrea Brand's new book, “Stop Sw…

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Why our teens are so darn tired, with author Lisa L. Lewis | Episode 286 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

Just when I thought I was pretty aware of what I needed to know about teens and sleep, I got my hands on Lisa L. Lewis's book The Sleep-Deprived Teen: Why Our Teenagers Are So Tired, And How Parents And Schools Can Help Them Thrive and I realized there was so much I didn't know. That was all solidified during this episode. Whether you have teens or…