Health Coach Conversations is a podcast hosted by Cathy Sykora, founder of The Health Coach Group, whose mission is to bring awareness, professionalism, and growth to the health coaching industry. That’s what this podcast will be all about. I’ll be sharing with you what I myself have to teach, and we’ll have wellness, coaching, and business experts in for short interviews to learn what’s new and better! My purpose for this podcast is to give you the clarity, confidence, knowledge, and motiva ...
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EP266: Lisa Fraley - Law and the Health Coach
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Does the legal jargon make your head spin as a health coach? Do you wish running your business was as easy as sipping a green smoothie? Lisa Fraley, an attorney and legal coach, shares some great insights on the legal landscape of the health and wellness industry. She provides valuable advice on avoiding common legal pitfalls and setting up complia…
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EP265: Bob Uslander: Conversations Not Crises: Planning Your End of Life Journey
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End of life doesn't have to be a crisis. By having open conversations ahead of time and planning and discussing preferences and options for end-of-life, people can ensure a smoother and more dignified journey when the time comes. Dr. Bob Uslander, co-founder of Empowered Endings, says instead of dreading end-of-life conversations, people should emb…
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EP264: Dr Joel Fuhrman: Longevity Through Diet
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Do you want to add years to your life? Making simple changes to your diet could be the secret to longevity. Internationally recognized nutrition expert Dr. Joel Fuhrman discusses his nutritarian diet approach for preventing disease, promoting longevity and aiding weight loss. He explains the science behind maximizing nutrition for optimal health an…
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EP263: Mandy Harvey - How Trauma Impacts Your Clients’ Ability To Make Lasting Changes
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Are your clients struggling to make changes? Or do they slip back into a way of living that made them sick? There may be an underlying reason – unresolved trauma from their past. Mandy Harvey discusses how unhealed trauma may get in the way of your client’s goals and ability to make changes. She also shares how health coaches can help clients with …
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EP262: Dahlia Attia-King - Wellness Coaches Helping Clients with Genetic Testing
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Health and wellness coaches can now help people take control of their health in a different way—through genetic testing! Genetic testing can help people identify disease risks and make informed healthcare decisions. Dahlia Attia-King discusses genetic testing options—whole exome and genome sequencing—and how it can help someone identify disease ris…
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EP261: Dr. Rosenthal - Cathy taking over on Coaches and Doctors Working Together
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Cathy wraps up the three-part series with Dr. Norman Rosenthal. She recaps their previous discussions on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the importance of coaching, and the need for doctors and coaches to work together. In this episode, Cathy explores how doctors and health coaches can collaborate to enhance patient health and wellness. She also…
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EP260: Dr. Norman Rosenthal - Why I'm Coaching in My Psychiatric Practice
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Dr. Norman Rosenthal talks about how he helps people as a psychiatrist and health coach, the type of people he works with, and how psychiatrists and health coaches can collaborate to improve the health and wellness of patients. Previously, Dr. Norman discussed Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), what it is, how it affects people’s mood and energy, a…
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EP259: Dr. Norman Rosenthal - SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder, the Man who Named It
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Do you feel really down or unmotivated to work in particular months? This is something millions of people worldwide experience, which is called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. We have Dr. Norman Rosenthal on the show today, the person who named this condition. Dr. Norman discusses his decades of research on SAD, how he discovered light therapy…
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Today’s guest, Dr. James Cima, is a chiropractor with over 50 years of experience. He shares his journey from suffering severe back pain as a young man to becoming a chiropractor. Dr. Cima also discusses chiropractic care and its impact on overall health, how chiropractic can treat more than just physical pain, and his holistic approach to healthca…
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EP257: Keith Hersey - Conquering Chronic Disease to Live A More Fulfilling Life
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Today’s guest, Keith Hersey, has a different approach to chronic disease. He is a pharmacist but wants to get people off medications to cure their chronic diseases. Keith talks about how making lifestyle changes instead of solely relying on medications can help manage chronic conditions and live a more fulfilling life. He shares his personal journe…
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EP256: Mitch Webb - Find Your Unique Path to Lasting Health
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You must have heard that one size does not fit all when it comes to health and fitness. But do you know that finding what truly works for you may include more than just diet and exercise plans? Today’s guest, Mitch Webb, helps you discover your unique path to lasting health. Mitch discusses his holistic approach beyond just diet and exercise to hel…
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EP255: Shireen Kassam - Plant-Based Eating
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Is your plate making you and the planet sick? Dr. Shireen Kassam shares that a plant-based diet is the optimal way to improve your and the planetary health. She shares evidence that eating plant-based nutrition and avoiding animal products can significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases. She also discusses how shifting to a more plant-heavy f…
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EP254: Mary O’Connor - Women’s Health Disparities
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For far too long, women have faced disparities in healthcare that put their well-being at risk. Today’s guest, Dr. Mary O’Connor, has seen firsthand how the healthcare system often fails to meet women’s unique needs. She has dedicated her career to addressing health disparities that negatively impact women. She shares her insights on why women do n…
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EP253: Jiordana Saade - Reprogram the Mind for Lasting Weight Loss and Improved Health
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Loving yourself from the inside out could be the secret to being the healthiest version of you! Nutritionist and hypnotherapist Jiordana Saade discusses how reprogramming your mind is the key to sustainable weight loss. She shares tips for reprogramming your mind for lasting weight loss results, the real reasons behind stubborn weight loss plateaus…
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EP252: Elise Loehnen - On Our Best Behavior
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In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Elise Loehnen discusses her book On Our Best Behavior, which is about the seven deadly sins and their impact on women’s lives and roles in society. She also shares how women are often conditioned to disconnect from their bodies and emotions due to societal and cultural pressures and how health coac…
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EP251: Diego Oliveira Sanchez Discusses a Software Solution for Health Coaches
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Today’s guest is Diego Oliveira Sanchez, founder of NutriAdmin — a nutrition software designed to help nutritionists, health coaches, and personal trainers manage their clients and work more efficiently. Diego discusses how his personal health journey led him to create the software, NutriAdmin’s features for consultations, meal planning, client por…
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EP250: Interview with Sykora Roberts - Third generation IIN
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I had the pleasure of interviewing my granddaughter, Sykora Roberts. Sykora is currently a student at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), making her the third generation in our family to attend IIN after myself and her mother. Sykora shares what inspired her to pursue a career in health coaching and integrative nutrition, as well as her …
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As a health coach, you must know how important it is to build your online presence and attract new clients. That’s why I’m here to discuss Search Engine Optimization (SEO) which will help you optimize your website to rank higher in search engines like Google, so more people can find you. I share the basics of SEO, what is it, how it works, its impo…
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EP248: How to Create Your Own Methodology For Greater Impact and Business Ease
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Today’s guest, Ali Shapiro, discusses how to develop a personalized coaching methodology that leads to greater impact and business success. Ali says coaching is about helping clients make lasting changes through self-awareness and experimentation instead of simply providing information and advice. Ali also shares techniques to address adaptive chan…
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Once again, Cathy takes on the role of interviewee to discuss the Health Coach Group’s affiliate marketing program for health coaches. She discusses it all — what affiliate marketing is, what the program is all about, what inspired her to start it, who it is for, how to join it, and how it will help health coaches build their businesses and earn ex…
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EP246: About Hope; Nurse, Scientist, Functional Practitioner, Adventurer, Ann L. Johnson
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What is hope for you? For nurse and scientist Ann L. Johnson, hope isn’t just something nice to have – it’s the electric charge that fuels our cells to heal. As cells communicate and support one another, hope thrives when we connect. Tune in as Ann shares the power of hope and how it can help in healing and transforming lives. In this episode, we t…
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EP245: The Big Flip: Cathy’s Answers About Health Coaching from the Hot Seat
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In this episode, Cathy switched roles, moving from interviewer to interviewee. She takes the hot seat for a candid Q&A session about her experiences in health coaching. She discusses her journey in health coaching, how she got her start, the challenges she’s faced along the way, her marketing strategies, passive income options for health coaches, a…
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EP244: Harmonizing Mental Health & Health Coaching: A Conversation with Diana Rice, LMHC/CIMHP
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How can mental health practitioners and health coaches work together to support holistic wellness? Licensed mental health counselor Diana Rice explores what this interprofessional approach looks like and how it can help clients on their healing journey and revolutionize mental healthcare. In this episode, we talk about: Diana’s background and exper…
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The laws around what health professionals can and can’t do can be complex. Strictly following regulations is important to avoid legal issues, but the rules are also constantly evolving, which can be a little exhausting. Today’s guest, Lisa Fraley, takes a unique approach to navigating the legal landscape of health coaching. She calls her method leg…
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EP242: Art and Color for Wellness: Revealing the Healing Power of Color, Synesthesia, and Spirituality in Visual Art
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Have you ever noticed how being in nature or surrounded by certain colors makes you feel? Art and color can impact your well-being and can intentionally be used for wellness, healing, and self-care. Today’s guest, Heather Eck, shares how visual art can be a tool for healing on emotional, spiritual, and physical levels. In this episode, we talk abou…
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EP241: Embracing Courage: Your Journey to Health Coaching Success
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Fear is a common companion in the journey of entrepreneurship, especially in the health and wellness industry. And, in fact, every health coach you admire also experienced what you’re experiencing right now. But by embracing the courage to face your fears head-on, you can achieve incredible success. In this episode, Cathy discusses common fears tha…
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EP240: How to Run an Online Program with Cathy Sykora
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Running a business can be fun if you know what to do. You'll find out how easy it can be when the answers are laid out for you. Cathy is happy to be back to guide you through the process of building and running a successful wellness business. She walks you through setting, selling, delivering and administering an online wellness program. In this ep…
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EP239: Dan Cumberland - Burnout and Burnout Recovery
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Burnout can be a challenging and draining experience, but there is always hope for recovery with the right tools and support! Today’s guest, Dan Cumberland, discusses burnout, its recovery, the hidden million-dollar mistakes entrepreneurs often make that lead to burnout, the four pillars of meaningful work, and how to build a business that you’ll l…
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EP238: George Kao - Marketing as a Way to Find/Refine Your Calling/Purpose
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We should be thinking about our marketing as a way to increase the value we bring to other people and our world. Today’s guest, George Kao, talks about marketing as a way to refine your calling and purpose and discusses his book How to Gain New Clients Through Connection, Caring, and Service. In this episode, we talk about: The concept of authentic…
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EP237: Ann Bennett - Liberate Your Rebel Spirit and Rake in the Revenue
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Are you ready to unleash your inner rebel and make money? Today’s guest Ann Bennett, founder of Renegade Branding, shares her insights on the power of personal branding and how you can create a unique brand identity to stand out in a crowded market and generate more income. In this episode, we talk about: Ann’s definition of the word “impact” and h…
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EP236: Garry Schleifer - My Journey to Mastery
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Today’s guest is Garry Schleifer of Choice magazine, who shares his journey to mastery from being a coach to starting a coaching magazine. Garry talks about the importance of ongoing growth and learning in life and how it can make us feel a part of something bigger than ourselves. In this episode, we talk about: Garry’s transition from being a coac…
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EP235: Biohack Your Brain: How to Boost Cognitive Health, Performance & Power
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What are the factors that contribute to a healthy brain? And how do we boost our cognitive health, performance, and power? Today's guest, Kristen Willeumier, shares some surprising information about brain health and discusses her book Biohack Your Brain. In this episode, we talk about: The reason Kristen wrote the book Biohack Your Brain How neuroi…
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EP234: How to Prep Your Business for $20,000 Months
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Today's guest is Jessica, an operations management specialist. Jessica dives into how to prepare your business for $20,000 months and shares her expertise in evaluating the metrics of your business, including SOPs, pricing, staffing, budgets, and more. In this episode, we talk about: The money game for business owners to improve their revenue strat…
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Most people you know suffer from some kind of mental or brain disorder but aren't aware of it! Today's guest is Scott Warrick, an author and mental health advocate. Scott shares ways to enhance your brain health and discusses his groundbreaking book, Healing The Human Brain. In this episode, we talk about: How Scott's book Healing The Human Brain d…
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EP232: The Habit Trip with Sarah Hays Coomer
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Want to learn how to create habits that stick? Today’s guest is Sarah Hays Coomer — a health and wellness coach, and journalist. Sarah shares the ways that she helps her clients build healthy sustainable habits into their daily routines, and her recent book, "The Habit Trip.” In this episode, we talk about: Ways to ensure you're choosing or creatin…
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EP231: Mental Fitness IS The NEW Physical Health
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Investing in your mental health and well-being is not only smart but necessary in the modern world. Today’s guest, Jeffrey E. Berger shares why your mental fitness really matters in the modern world and how individuals can achieve overall health and wellness. In this episode, we talk about: Jeffrey's transition from a corporate software engineer to…
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EP230: Visual Storytelling with Video Marketing to Build Your Brand
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Incorporating video into your marketing strategy helps you boost engagement, increase conversions, and drive revenue. Today's guest Orlando J. Gomez shares how to build your brand and increase your reach through video marketing. In this episode, we talk about: The importance of video marketing for health coaches and therapists Common mistakes that …
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EP229: SCARE YOUR SOUL: 7 Powerful Principles to Harness Fear and Lead Your Most Courageous Life
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Don't let fear hold you back from living the life you want. Scare your soul and become the courageous, fearless person you were meant to be. Today's guest, Scott Simon, talks about scaring your soul and offers seven powerful principles to help you harness fear and lead a courageous life. In this episode, we talk about: What does it mean to scare yo…
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Are you struggling to remember important information? Want to improve your memorising ability? Today's guest, Chester Santos, shares three key strategies to help you improve your memory skills and set yourself up for success. In this episode, we talk about: Chester's journey to helping people improve their memory Enhancing memory capabilities regar…
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EP227: Why Aren't They Listening? Redirecting challenging confrontations to learning conversations.
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Listening is a critical component of successful conversations, yet it often goes overlooked. Today's guest, Dr. Debra Dupree, shares why individuals may not be listening in conversations and how to redirect challenging confrontations into learning opportunities. In this episode, we talk about: How has the field of neuroscience helped us better unde…
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EP226: Practicing Mindfulness, Tolerance, and Well-being via Conscious Conversations
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Deeply understanding our patterns of thinking not only helps us have more open and honest conversations with others, but it can help us relieve stress. Today’s guest, Chuck Wisner, speaks about his book, The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact.In this episode, we talk about: What inspired Chuck to write hi…
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EP225: How to Use Speaking and Podcast Guesting as a Marketing Tool…to Generate Influence, Awareness, and Clients!
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You may have considered starting your own podcast, but feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities involved. The good news is that you can still benefit from podcasting, without hosting your own show. Today’s guest, Anastasia Lipske, shares how being a guest on a podcast is a powerful tool for growing your business. In this episode, we talk about: Why…
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We have heard about holistic health, but what about “holistic wealth?” Today’s guest, Keisha Blair, explains why holistic wealth is so important and her mission to help others achieve it. In this episode, we talk about: The most vulnerable article Keisha has ever written What she did after her husband’s death, in order to heal Helping women become …
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Today’s episode focuses on the technical steps involved in the health coaching sessions you have with your clients. You will learn what you need to do: to prepare for the coaching session, during the session, and after the session. In this episode, we talk about: Having a solid program in place for your clients to follow Different ways to set up th…
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EP222: Financial Freedom for Health Coaches
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It is possible to achieve financial freedom in your business, without having to compromise your lifestyle in the process. In this episode, we talk about: Extreme approaches to having a business that ultimately leads to compromise Service-based businesses - the pros and cons The 5 stages to a wealth pyramid and the benefits to this framework The big…
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Cutting back on your meat consumption does not mean you have to buy manufactured, lab grown meat. There are so many naturally available and sustainable sources of protein, that no one is talking about. In this episode, Cathy talks about: Chloe Sorvino’s expose of the US meat industry and failures of the food system The Pure Program and how it can h…
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EP220: How Health and Wellness Coaches Can Shine in the Media Spotlight to Grow Their Business
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You may think you are not ready to work with large media outlets, or you may think you are not good enough. Today’s guest believes that you can start wherever you are, no matter where that is. Susan Harrow is a media coach who has helped many business owners prepare for appearances in places like Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and Good Morning Am…
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Did you know that more than half of the US population is taking anywhere from 3 to 22 prescription drugs on an annual basis? This is a serious problem. In this episode, Cathy talks about: Her husband’s diabetic diagnosis The importance of making simple lifestyle changes Why you should be cautious about the interactions between the medicines and sup…
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EP218: Chloe Sorvino - The Meat Industry Manipulation
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“To eat meat or not eat meat, that is the question.” Actually, it may not be as simple as that. Today, we speak to Chloe Sorvino, Food and Agriculture Staff Writer at Forbes Magazine. She discusses big meat, meat alternatives, lab grown meat, and the impacts this all has on our environment and health. In this episode, we talk about: How ‘Big Meat’ …
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You can make the decision to change today. It may be hard, but not impossible. Today we talk to the editor in chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, Jason Feifer, who shares why change is good for you and your business. In this episode, we talk about: Why business owners need to focus on the problem they are solving Learning how to grow from a difficult s…
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