Best Bridget Johnson Podcasts (2024)

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S4 E33 Stoic Strategies for Success with Guest Kristofor Healey 45:16

3h ago45:16

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In this essential episode, we sit down with Kristofor Healey, a former Special Agent renowned for spearheading the largest tele-fraud case in U.S. history. We discuss Healey’s transition from law enforcement to motivational speaking, and how he intertwined his experiences with the timeless wisdom of Stoicism. We explore the practical applications o…

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How To Cancel A Poet: Emmalea Russo’s "chain of contamination” 13:49

1d ago13:49

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“While some might argue that collaboration with fascists, TERFs, and racist edgelords does not constitute endorsement of violent and anti-liberation views, we disagree. There can be no innocent collaboration with such people.” That was the official statement from Hiding Press, the small, independent poetry press that was set to publish writer Emmal…

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S4 E32 Clinician’s Guide to Working with Veterans with Guest Stacy Raymond, PsyD 54:17

6d ago54:17

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In this masterclass episode for mental health clinicians and savvy first responders, we examine the dynamics of mental health and therapy for military veterans who have transitioned into roles as first responders. Joining us is our resident EMDR trauma therapist Stacy Raymond, PsyD, an expert in mental health for this extraordinary group. The daugh…

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Do Childless Women Get The Last Laugh? Journalist Vanessa Grigoriadis speaks her unspeakable truth 12:58

8d ago12:58

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Meghan, a childless dog lady, had a whole other episode cued up for this week when her friend Vanessa Grigoriadis called her with a surprising observation. According to Vanessa, moms today are so stressed out (even miserable) that childless women are getting the last laugh. This is especially true for women in midlife who started families in their …

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S4 E31 The Science of Operational Stress with Guest Dr. Tracy Hejmanowski 1:06:04

13d ago1:06:04

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In this episode, we invite you to join us for a profound conversation with Dr. Tracy Hejmanowski, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the visionary Founder of the First Responder Project. Dr. Hejmanowski brings a wealth of experience from her work consulting with multiple Florida Sheriff’s Offices, the Air Force’s Ready Firefighter Program, and th…

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Morally and Medically Appalling: Jamie Reed blows the whistle on youth gender medicine 13:36

15d ago13:36

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This is a premium episode with Jamie Reed.This episode is available to paid listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. Jamie will be in The Unspeakeasy as part of our Unspeakers Series on Aug. 7, 2024. Apply to join The Unspeakeasy now if you want the chance to meet her in a private, off-the-record hangout. “What i…

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S4 E30 Clinician’s Guide to Working with Police with Guests Sonny Provetto and Dr. Stacy Raymond 57:35

20d ago57:35

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In this episode, we’re diving into what mental health clinicians and therapists need to know about treating law enforcement officers. It's a world where culture, stigma, and trust collide in a high-stakes environment. With us is Sonny Provetto, a powerhouse in the field. He's a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, EMDR Consultant, and the f…

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Who Was The Hollywood Con Queen? Scott Johnson on the most unbelievable true story ever told 56:52

24d ago56:52

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Between 2013 and 2020, hundreds of people who worked in the entertainment industry—from actors and writers to photographers, makeup artists, and security personnel—were targeted by brilliant and bizarre scammer who came to be known as the Con Queen of Hollywood. The Con Queen impersonated famous female studio executives and convinced many of her ma…

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Sir Peter Bazalgette, former chair of ITV, on the funding and future of PSBs and the case for mergers 27:10

26d ago27:10

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Sir Peter Bazalgette was until recently part of the previous Government’s committee to review how the BBC was funded. In his distinguished career he has been responsible for shows such as Big Brother, Changing Rooms and Ready Steady Cook, he’s also a former chair of Arts Council England and in September 2023 he stepped down as chair of ITV. He is n…

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S4 E29 Clinician's Guide to Working with EMS and 911 Personnel with Guests Dr. Nicole Navega and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW 59:40

27d ago59:40

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On this special edition of Responder Resilience, we invite you to join an enlightening masterclass tailored for clinicians, featuring trauma therapists Dr. Nicole Navega, PhD, LCSW, and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW, EMT. With their extensive backgrounds in providing therapy to EMS and 911 emergency professionals, Nicole and Bonnie bring a wealth of knowled…

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The Inconvenient Truth About Divorce: Bridget Phetasy on staying together for the kids. 30:58

1M ago30:58

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We hear all the time that children are resilient — and should be even more so! But do divorcing parents overestimate their kids’ resilience to justify their actions? Should “staying together for the children” come back into style? Returning guest Bridget Phetasy talks about her recent article for The Spectator about an aspect of divorce that rarely…

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Prof Dominic Wring on general election coverage audit, media bias, legacy v social media and populism 36:27

1M ago36:27

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Academics from Loughborough University’s Centre for Research in Communication and Culture have conducted news audits for every General Election since 1992, and their audit for this election is out now. We talked to one of its authors, Professor Dominic Wring, about whether the public was well served by the media, whether legacy media still has a ro…

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S4 E28 Legal Lifeline for LEOs with Guest Bridget Truxillo 44:22

1M ago44:22

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We invite you to join our insightful conversation with Bridget Truxillo, JD, the CEO and Founder of Lady Law Shield Law Firm. Bridget’s journey is not only inspiring but deeply rooted in her experiences as a former Deputy Sheriff, where she served in Patrol, Undercover Narcotics, and the SWAT Team. Her unique perspective sheds light on the challeng…

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Building A Post-Woke Brand: Jennifer Sey gets back to business 24:37

1M ago24:37

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Jennifer Sey has been an elite gymnast, a high level marketing executive at Levi’s, and an outspoken critic of protracted school closures during the Covid pandemic. That last role led her to become a prominent figure in the new free speech movement, and she fulfilled that role by writing a book and starting a Substack about her conscription into th…

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens former BBC acting chair on what she would like from a new Culture Secretary 38:27

1M ago38:27

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Dame Elan Closs Stephens was the acting chair of the BBC after the resignation of Richard Sharp in June last year until her retirement in March. She was a member of the BBC’s governing body since 2010, first serving as Member for Wales on the BBC Trust, until its dissolution in 2017, and then as the Welsh member of the BBC Board. On this week's epi…

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S4 E27 CRACKYL's Crusader for Firefighter Wellness with Guest Kory Pearn 53:56

1M ago53:56

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In this compelling episode, we dive into the heart of firefighter wellness with Kory Pearn—Publisher, Editor-In-Chief, and CEO of CRACKYL Media Inc. Kory is a 20-year veteran firefighter, industry author, and keynote speaker. His mission? To shine a light on the wellness challenges that come with the territory and to teach others how to thrive, not…

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Has Gay Pride Shamed Itself? FAIR director Monica Harris on how a mighty movement lost the plot. 1:16:43

1M ago1:16:43

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Are you relieved that Gay Pride month is over? Monica Harris, an author, attorney, activist, and the executive director of the Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism (FAIR) fought for LGBT civil rights in the 1980s and 1990s. Today, she finds herself dismayed by the current state of that movement. In this conversation, Monica talks about how we …

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51 | Preaching Truth to Myself After Losing Three Sons | Sara Horton 43:12

1M ago43:12

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Join us for a hope-filled conversation with Sara Horton, a bereaved mom, and a perinatal bereavement nurse. Sara has experienced the loss of three boys, all born sleeping. She received cradles for two of her sons and began attending Hope Online. Sara is passionate about sharing Christ's truth and hope with grieving moms struggling to understand God…

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Olivia O'Leary former BBC and RTÉ broadcaster on the UK election, funding PSB's, Newsnight and the future of journalism 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Olivia O’Leary has been a television and radio broadcaster on both the BBC, ITV and RTÉ – the Irish public service broadcaster in her native Ireland. In 1985, Olivia became the first female presenter on BBC’s Newsnight. She later returned to Ireland, presenting once again ‘Today Tonight’ – RTÉ’s flagship current affairs programme. She has also pres…

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S4 E26 Breaking the Chains of Moral Injury with Guest Dr. Rita Brock 46:23

2M ago46:23

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In this info-packed episode, we dive deep into the world of moral injury with the brilliant Dr. Rita Brock, Director of the Volunteers of America Shay Moral Injury Center. Her program extends its life-saving support to first responders, healthcare providers, social workers, and others facing the harrowing effects of moral distress. Join us as we un…

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Sarah Hepola Does Dallas 44:56

2M ago44:56

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Writer and podcaster Sarah Hepola returns to The Unspeakable to talk about love, sex, #MeToo, Harvey Weinstein’s overturned rape conviction, her new job at The Dallas Morning News, her book in progress, and why she thinks local reporting will lead the way out of the media abyss. GUEST BIO Sarah Hepola is a features staff writer at the Dallas Mornin…

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Adam Boulton ex Sky News political editor on election coverage, Farage media manipulation, impartiality and his career 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Veteran journalist Adam Boulton spent more than thirty years at Sky News, twenty-five of those as political editor. He has been host for General and US elections coverage, invigilated the first leaders’ debate in 2010 and has the distinction of having interviewed every UK Prime Minister since Sir Alec Douglas-Home. He continues to write for Sky but…

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S4 E25 Fierce Female Firefighters Ignite Dreams with Guest Lt. Tina Guiler 39:44

2M ago39:44

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In this episode, we make a push into the flames with Lt. Tina Guiler, a fire Lieutenant and fire inspector who joined the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue in 1999. But her story doesn't stop there. Tina is also the Owner and CEO of Triple F - Fierce Female Firefighters, an initiative that sparked the creation of the Triple F Dolls. These dolls are more than …

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How Victimhood Can Work For You! Andrew Boryga on his novel VICTIM. 18:50

2M ago18:50

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Paid subscribers get full access to my interview with Andrew Boryga. The first portion of this episode is available to all listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. Who says you can’t write a novel skewing social justice excesses? Andrew Boryga has done just that — to critical acclaim. His debut novel VICTIM tells…

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Peter Snow veteran BBC journalist on the general election campaign, Newsnight and election night coverage 29:32

2M ago29:32

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Peter Snow is a former BBC Newsnight presenter (1980–1997), ITN Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent (1966–1979), documentary maker, and historian. Known for his iconic "swingometer" on election night, we discuss the drama of election night, the current election campaign, Newsnight, and being called a 'traitor'. “I think this election campaign is t…

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S4 E24 Fatal 10: Deadly Factors Behind Officer Suicides with Guest Dr. Olivia Johnson 57:08

2M ago57:08

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In this dynamic episode, Stacy and David sit down with the remarkable Dr. Olivia Johnson, Founder of the Blue Wall Institute. They dive into one of the most pressing issues in law enforcement today: police officer suicide. Dr. Johnson, with a master's in criminology and criminal justice from the University of Missouri, St. Louis, and a doctorate in…

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S4 E23 Leadership From the Bottom Up! with Guest Dr. Candace Ashby, Battalion Chief Indianapolis FD 52:49

2M ago52:49

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This week's episode is a wild ride into the heart of leadership with Dr. Candace Ashby, Battalion Chief of the Indianapolis Fire Department. Dr. Ashby dives deep into the essence of "Bottom Up" leadership, revealing how the rank and file can make a difference. Have you ever wondered why fire organizations feel so disconnected? Dr. Ashby explains it…

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Is Working At Denny’s Better Than Going To College? William Deresiewicz on the zombie apocalypse of elite education. 40:50

2M ago40:50

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Is college pointless? Is an “elite education” more about networking than learning? Returning guest William Deresiewicz has been pondering these questions for more than a decade. They were the subject of his bestselling 2014 book Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life. That book has just been reissue…

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50 | Men Grieving Miscarriage | Eric Schumacher 44:44

3M ago44:44

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Join us for a hope-filled conversation with Eric Schumacher, author of Ours: Biblical Comfort for Men Grieving Miscarriage. After experiencing multiple miscarriages in his marriage, Eric felt called to write a book for fellow dads, encouraging them to grieve alongside their wives. He journeys through the Gospel of Luke to lead dads to Jesus. In thi…

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Prof Catherine Johnson discusses what a Labour government might mean for PSB, the Media Bill and digital terrestrial switch off 30:24

2M ago30:24

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Catherine Johnson is the professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book Online TV, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts. With parliament now dissolved, we discuss what happened to the Media Bill and in what form did it survive - what was left in and out? Also, we examin…

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S4 E22 Wildlife Warriors: A Tale of Two ACOs with Guests Gina Gambino and Jennifer Merenda, Animal Control Officers 55:19

3M ago55:19

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Join us as we reveal the raw, unfiltered look at the human side of animal control with Jennifer Merenda, Chief Animal Control Officer, City of Bridgeport, CT, and Gina Gambino, Head Animal Control Officer for Monroe, CT. We get a behind-the-scenes look at the careers of these seasoned professionals and gain a deeper understanding of their vital rol…

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Jane Martinson ex Guardian media editor on Sir Paul Marshall, media ownership and impartiality 32:10

3M ago32:10

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Jane Martinson, author of ‘You May Never See Us Again: The Barclay Dynasty: A Story of Survival, Secrecy and Succession’ is the former media editor at the Guardian and now Marjorie Deane Professor of Financial Journalism at City University. In the week the general election is called we discussed the potential takeover of The Telegraph by Sir Paul M…

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S4 E21 Shrinks Unwrapped—The Inside Scoop on Responder Therapy with Guests Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly LCSW/EMT 55:07

3M ago55:07

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Today, we’re not just breaking down doors; we're breaking the stigmas. The sirens fade, all units are returning to quarters, and the streets are safe again - but what happens to those who just calmed the chaos? This episode cuts through the silence that often shadows frontline personnel, diving directly into the unspoken truths of first responder m…

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The Revolution Will Be Tweeted: Nellie Bowles reports from the morning after. 13:08

3M ago13:08

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Paid subscribers get full access to my interview with Nellie Bowles. The first half of this episode is available to all listeners. To hear the entire conversation, become a paying subscriber here. You may know Nellie Bowles from TGIF, her popular news roundup in The Free Press. Before that, she reported on Silicon Valley for The New York Times. Now…

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Audio expert Matt Deegan discusses BBC's podcast advertising plans, children's audio and the latest radio listening figures 31:07

3M ago31:07

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Matt Deegan is the co-founder of the award-winning Fun Kids, a digital radio station for families and children, which has just won the bronze award in the Radio Academy’s UK Station of the Year category. Given that the gold award went to BBC Asian Network and the silver to Talksport, this is a considerable achievement for a small independent networ…

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S4 E20 Lead, Don't Bleed: Preventing Supervisor Burnout with Guest Hi Nguyen 48:54

3M ago48:54

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When Hi Nguyen pivoted from sales to counterterrorism in the wake of 9/11, he stepped into a world where every decision could mean life or death. Now, as he joins David and Dr. Stacey Raymond on our latest episode, we unearth the critical lessons of resilience and trust he's carried from the front lines to the boardroom. We're not just talking shop…

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The Many Lives of Glenn Loury 1:17:19

3M ago1:17:19

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This week’s guest is economist and public intellectual Glenn Loury. Glenn is almost certainly no stranger to Unspeakable listeners, many of whom know him from his long-running podcast The Glenn Show. In addition to opining there about political and social issues, Glenn is a fellow at the Manhattan Institute and the Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the…

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Jamie Angus, ex director of BBC World Service and 'Today' editor discusses Ofcom, consequences of WS cuts and funding solutions 32:52

3M ago32:52

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Jamie Angus is the former director of the BBC World Service and the former editor of 'Today' and 'Newsnight' who now works in the Middle East. We discuss Ofcom's oversight of broadcasters, the consequences of previous World Service cuts, and the impact of new ones. We also explore long-term solutions to the issue of its funding, which is under revi…

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