Best Chris Lauer Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Russell Ramsay - Assessing and Treating Adult ADHD 1:29:12

16d ago1:29:12

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Assessing & treating adult ADHD can be both very challenging as well as highly rewarding for client and clinician alike. Psychologist & author, Dr. Russell Ramsay joins us for an in-depth discussion of the assessment and treatment of adult ADHD building on themes in his new workbook, The Adult ADHD and Anxiety …

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Dr. Alec Pollard: When a Loved One Won’t Seek Mental Health Treatment 1:07:14

20d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Many clinicians experience a sense of helplessness around effectively managing calls from loved ones of an individual living with a mental illness who is not willing to engage in treatment. There is frequently an impression that little can be done until the affected individual wants to change. Dr. Alec Pollard …

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Emma Lauer, LCSW: DBT Skills for Highly Sensitive People 51:53

1M ago51:53

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Dialectical behavior therapy or DBT is a wonderful suite of tools that help people to be more effective with respect to managing their emotions and becoming more interpersonally effective. These are challenges that often loom especially large for those who are highly sensitive. Emma Lauer, LCSW joins us for a d…

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Ep 24 - The Stone Sky 1:39:15

2M ago1:39:15

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach travel to Syl Anagist for a discussion of 'The Stone Sky' by N.K. Jemison. We'll teach you everything we know about magic and orogene, which you'll find out, isn't very much.

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Dr. Stephanie Catella - Building Emotional Intelligence 53:08

2M ago53:08

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! In addition to being a topic that appears frequently in the realm of pop psychology, emotional intelligence is a subject of serious, rigorous academic inquiry. Clinical psychologist & author, Dr. Stephanie Catella joins for us for a discussion of core-themes in her new book The Emotional Intelligence Skills Wor…

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Dr. Holly Swartz - Social Rhythm Therapy for Bipolar Disorder 53:45

2M ago53:45

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Bipolar disorder is often thought of as a mental disorder that is treated exclusively with medication when in fact there are a number of evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques that can be used to complement traditional pharmacotherapy. Dr. Holly Swartz joins us for a discussion of the core themes in her ne…

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Dr. Leslie Becker-Phelps: Insecure in Love 54:41

3M ago54:41

54:41

Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Challenges related to attachment in relationships - especially in the context of romantic relationships - can evoke very strong emotions and behavioral urges that can often backfire, sometimes causing the very thing we fear most; namely, the dissolution of a relationship. Psychologist, author, speaker & teacher…

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Ep 23 - The Obelisk Gate 1:11:04

3M ago1:11:04

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach go down into the crystal comm to discuss'The Obelisk Gate' by N.K. Jemison. We'll teach you everything we know about magic and orogene, which you'll find out, isn't very much. Give the pod a listen and it will grow on you like stone on an arm.

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Drs. Matt Browne & Chris Kavanagh - Decoding the Gurus 1:19:14

3M ago1:19:14

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! The last decade has seen the ascendency of a number of "public intellectuals" who have come under increasing scrutiny around allegations of misinformation, conspiracy mongering, grifting & intellectual inconsistency. Importantly, many have achieved "guru" status with millions of followers and devotees on YouTub…

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Ep 22 - The Fifth Season (The Broken Earth #1) 1:49:53

4M ago1:49:53

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach take you and the rest of the roggas to the Fulcrum to discuss 'The Fifth Season' by N.K. Jemison. You know to stay focused so you don't end up in the breeding program or, in the worst case scenario, at a dreaded node station. To perfect your orogenic skills, you turn up the volume and enjoy your favorite podcast.…

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Dr. Kiran Vadaga - Mindfulness of Feelings from a Buddhist Psychology Perspective 1:14:35

4M ago1:14:35

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Mindfulness is an area of clinical and intellectual focus which has grown tremendously in popularity and includes many secular practices such as breath work, body scanning & self-compassion. OICBT psychologist Dr. Kiran Vadaga joins us for an in-depth conversation in which explore observations around the import…

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Dr. Mark Solms - Understanding Consciousness to Optimize Therapeutic Outcomes 1:30:13

4M ago1:30:13

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! CBT interventions are often favoured for being empirically supported; however, it is not always clear how efficacy of these interventions maps to the actual functioning of the brain. Esteemed neuropsychologist and psychoanalyst, Dr. Mark Solms, joins us for an in-depth discussion of the clinical implications of…

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Ep 21 - Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and a Lookback at 2023 51:25

5M ago51:25

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach start with a brief discussion of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros followed by a late reflection on our most and least favorite books of 2023! If you are here to listen to a disussion on how much we loved Fourth Wing, I would turn back now (we didn't). We wish you all luck on your 2024 Goodreads reading goal…

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Dr. Georgia Ede - Change your Diet, Change your Mind 1:07:07

5M ago1:07:07

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! There has been increasing discussion of the metabolic basis of mental disorders and the potential benefit a low-carb/ketogenic approach could hold with respect to the treatment of mental disorders. Psychiatrist Dr. Georgia Edes joins us for a discussion of major themes of her new book Change Your Diet, Change Y…

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Anna Motz - If Love Could Kill: The Myths & Truths of Women Who Commit Violence 1:10:21

5M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Female involvement with the criminal justice system can prompt significant internal dissonance as well as challenge conceptualizations around female violence, motherhood, mental illness etc. Forensic psychotherapist Anna Motz joins us for a fascinating discussion of her book “If Love Could Kill: The Myths & Tru…

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Dr. James Hollis - Living a Life of Meaning 1:02:05

6M ago1:02:05

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Host note: folks, I invite you to pay very close attention to what Dr. Hollis has to say...could change your life. Jungian/Depth psychology provides a wonderful framework for exploring questions related to meaning and the self that can at time fall outside of boundaries of what is typically explored in cognitiv…

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Ep 20 - The Blacktongue Thief 1:21:03

6M ago1:21:03

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach review our first class in the Thieving Guild as we discuss, 'The Blacktongue Thief' by Christopher Buehlman. We are prepared to play a very high stakes game of Towers, so put on a new set of legs and burn off your crotch fleas because its time to play "pull" sport with some goblins (Zach and Chris).…

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Dr. Kevin Gary - Coping With Existential Boredom 59:14

6M ago59:14

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Existential boredom is a challenge for many that can lead to a pathological engagement with shallow amusements (which may only deepen the despair and lead to more boredom). Dr. Kevin Gary joins us for a discussion of some of the core themes covered in his book Why Boredom Matters: Education, Leisure, and the Qu…

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Ep 19 - The Sunlit Man 1:49:27

7M ago1:49:27

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Were planet hoppin baby! Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach take a break from evading the Night Brigade to discuss Secret Project #4, 'The Sunlit Man' by Brandon Sanderson. We max out our Breath Equivalent Units and praise Adonalsium so youre not going to want to miss this. That is unless youre afraid of a sun that burns everything it touches!…

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Dr. Randy Nesse - Depression & the Art of Giving Up 1:04:02

7M ago1:04:02

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Understanding the evolutionary significance of depression can quite helpful in its conceptualization and treatment. Founder in the field of evolutionary medicine, Dr. Randy Nesse, joins us for an encore discussion in which we consider how striving, motivation and desire for control can play into the evolution o…

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Ep 18 - Untethered Sky 59:28

8M ago59:28

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach depart on our first hunt to discuss 'Untethered Sky' by Fonda Lee. Sharpen your spears and prepare your chariots because we are crossing Dartha for The Great Hunt. Podding about ruhkers is not for the faint of heart!

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Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier - Helping Clinicians to Develop Resilience 1:00:19

8M ago1:00:19

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! For many mental health clinicians, crafting resilience is an afterthought to managing the day-to-day demands of their professional life. Psychologist, consultant & author, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, joins us to discuss some of the themes explored in her new book: The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Op…

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Ep 17 - Yumi and the Nightmare Painter 1:55:56

8M ago1:55:56

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Now hiring - Bamboo artists wanted! Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach become spiritually bound to discuss Secret Project #3, 'Yumi and the Nightmare Painter' by Brandon Sanderson. Turn up your Sion lines and prepare a fresh canvas as we travel to the natural spring of sexual tension. Clear your mind and lets get to the rock stacking!…

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Dr. Fiona McAndrew: Music, Peak Experience & Depth Psychology 1:16:55

8M ago1:16:55

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Music is an under-explored tool with respect to the provision of psychotherapy as well as the crafting of peak experiences. Clinical counsellor, performance coach and opera singer, Dr. Fiona McAndrew, joins us for an eclectic, wide-ranging discussion in which explore: Fiona's alternating journey between psychol…

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Ep 16 - The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes 1:48:57

9M ago1:48:57

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Are you coming to the podding tree? Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach return to the Hunger Games arena to discuss 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' by Suzanne Collins. Update your rabies vaccine and conquer your fear of snakes as we enter the Capital ahead of the much anticipated theatrical release. May the odds be ever in your favor!…

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Dr. Susan Clayton - Climate Anxiety 53:54

9M ago53:54

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Mental health professionals have increasingly been seeing clients seeking services related to anxiety and depression stemming from serious, negative changes that have been occurring in our climate. Psychologist and professor, Dr. Susan Clayton, who is one of the world's authorities on how the environment impact…

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Sheila Rubin, MA & Bret Lyon, PhD: Embracing Shame 1:21:46

9M ago1:21:46

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Shame is among the most powerful of human emotions and can drive a number of both functional and dysfunctional behaviours. Sheila Rubin, MA & Bret Lyon, Ph.D., join us for a comprehensive discussion of many of the themes in their new book Embracing Shame - How to Stop Resisting Shame & Turn it into a Powerful A…

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Dr. Jeff Perron - The Psychology of Happiness 1:20:00

10M ago1:20:00

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Happiness is an elusive and frequently controversial topic of discussion. Dr. Jeff Perron joins us for an extensive discussion of some of the themes he is exploring in his new substack project: The Psychology of Happiness. In this discussion we cover: working within a workable & reasonable definition of happine…

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Dr. Katharine Phillips - Body Dysmorphic Disorder 54:05

10M ago54:05

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! For many clinicians body dysmorphic disorder or BDD is shrouded in mystery and can be an intimidating and tricky presentation to try and conceptualize and treat. Physician, scientist, educator, and author, Dr. Katharine Phillips, who has spent her career caring for patients, mentoring/teaching, and conducting g…

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Summer Break! 2:25

12M ago2:25

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Hello everyone - hope you are well! We just wanted to quickly let you know that we’ll be taking a scheduled break for the rest of the summer and will be back with new episodes in the early fall. It’s been a real joy recording and putting out the podcast - we’re so grateful to each and every guest for their cont…

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Silken Laumann - Strength in Vulnerability & the Power of Storytelling 56:57

1y ago56:57

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Strength in vulnerability combined with an internal sense of safety are among the most powerful psychological tools that one can curate to promote wellness and healthy boundaries. Four-time Olympian, speaker & author, Silken Laumann, joins us for a very special discussion where we cover: a brief overview of Sil…

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Dr. Keith Dobson: Major Depressive Disorder 1:02:47

1y ago1:02:47

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Despite being among the most common of mental disorders that a clinician is likely to encounter, major depressive disorder presents both the client and therapist with a considerable amount of complexity and nuance to navigate with respect to conceptualization and treatment. Leading international expert in major…

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Dr. Stephen Hupp - Pop Psychology & Pseudoscience 1:00:38

1y ago1:00:38

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Many clinicians pride themselves on practicing within an evidence based framework; however, within psychology the influence of pseudoscience and pop psychology has been at times problematic and even harmful. Psychologist, professor & author, Dr. Hupp joins us to discuss his recently edited book Investigating Po…

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Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman: Hidden Potential of the Unconscious Mind 59:10

1y ago59:10

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman returns for an encore discussion on Thoughts on Record to discuss his most recent book Spellbound, which explores the untapped potential of our unconscious minds. In this conversation we cover: defining of our conscious and unconscious minds why Dr. Lieberman wanted to write this book ge…

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Dr. Richard G. Heimberg: Social Anxiety Disorder 1:10:31

1y ago1:10:31

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Despite anxiety in social situations being a fairly normative experience, we know that the symptoms and disability associated with social anxiety disorder can be very life-limiting when it comes to important aspects of life such as establishing a romantic relationship, professional advancement and overall quali…

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Dr. Miri Forbes: Symptom Overlap & Repetition in the DSM-5 Framework 54:58

1y ago54:58

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Diagnostic frameworks like the DSM are often regarded as definitive, having an almost canonical-like quality. On the other hand, there are many in the field who have become increasingly critical of the DSM and its shortcomings. That said, the DSM has been quite helpful in a lot of ways with respect to organizin…

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Ep 15 - The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England (Secret Project #2) 1:18:06

1y ago1:18:06

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach are real judgmental "aerses" this week as we discuss 'The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England' by Brandon Sanderson (aka Secret Project #2). No dimension is safe as we figure out what exactly Sanderson has against the state of Nebraska (our home state). Check your augments and replenish your nanites…

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Sidequest: Fantasy News & Mount Rushmore of Magic Systems (5/04/2023) 59:25

1y ago59:25

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Brandon, Chris, and Zach switch it up and take on a special Sidequest mission to debate a Mount Rushmore of Favorite Magic Systems. Before they get to that, the Knights discuss the new trailer for 'Dune: Part II', whats going on with the WGA writers' strike, the season 3 finale of 'The Mandalorian', 'Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3' coming soon, …

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Anna Gabriel & Michael Hermann: Do Everything Better With Music 57:05

1y ago57:05

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! While many of us regularly use music to enhance our well-being or increase performance, we are often unaware of the underlying science around music as tool to improve our lives. Reverberation Studio Co-founders, Michael Hermann (CEO) and Anna Gabriel join us for a discussion of Reverberation Studio, an undertak…

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Ep 14 - The Poppy War 1:28:50

1+ y ago1:28:50

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach carry their pigs to the top of the mountain to discuss 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang. Join the Trifecta as we tend to our poppy garden and summon the Phoenix in this week's drug fueled backpacking trip. But dont worry, you dont need hallucinogens to talk our gods, just give the Pod a listen.…

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Sidequest: Mount Rushmore Specials (4/19/2023) 1:12:26

1+ y ago1:12:26

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Brandon, Chris, and Zach switch it up and take on a special Sidequest mission to debate our Mount Rushmores of Top Star Wars Properties (excluding the books) and favorite locations in Fantasy stories. Before we get to that the Knights discuss 'Harry Potter and the Seasonal Depression Reading Slump', our thoughts on HBO's 'Succession' final season, …

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Dr. Christine Purdon: A Deep Dive on OCD 1:31:41

1+ y ago1:31:41

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! While OCD is a generally a very recognizable form of mental disorder, there are many nuances and complexities with respect to both its treatment and diagnosis. Psychologist, professor & author, Dr. Christine Purdon, joins us for a deep dive on OCD in which we cover: what OCD is and how it affects the individual…

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Ep 13 - This Is How You Lose the Time War 56:19

1+ y ago56:19

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Zach vs. Chris. Chris vs. Brandon. Brandon vs. Zach. Who will win the Pod war?! Join the Knights of the Hardcover as we discuss the 2019 Fantasy/SciFi novel 'This is How You Lose the Time War' by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone. Remove your feeding tube and exit the Garden cause we've left this special note just for you, Red.…

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Sidequest: Fantasy News Update (4/05/2023) 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

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Our podcasting software died on us, so this is a short one! Brandon, Chris, and Zach run through this week's fantasy news (and all other things) covering: HBO's new Harry Potter Show Announcement, 'Barbie Trailer, 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse' Trailer, 'Mandalorian' Season 3, 'The Bad Batch' season 2, 'Succession' Final Season, and 'Jade Sh…

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Dr. Bernard Beitman: Meaningful Coincidences - Synchronicity & Serendipity 57:52

1+ y ago57:52

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Despite typically being scientifically-minded individuals, many clinicians have often wondered about aspects of the human experience that defy rationale explanation, but yet feel profoundly meaningful. Psychiatrist and author, Dr. Bernard Beitman, joins us for a discussion of many of the core themes in his book…

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Sidequest: Best Fantasy TV Shows Bracket 1:07:08

1+ y ago1:07:08

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It's March Madness Baby! And to celebrate Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach debate our bracket of the 16 best Fantasy TV shows of all time. Our NCAA brackets are already screwed, but fortunately there are no losers on this pod!

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Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman - Dopamine: The Molecule of More 1:08:49

1+ y ago1:08:49

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! At the moment there is no more talked about neurotransmitter than dopamine. Our collective obsession with dopamine has led to a huge amount of content generated around so-called “dopamine fasts”, how to leverage dopamine for motivation, worries about dopamine-driven addiction to devices, pornography, food etc. …

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Ep 12 - Midnight Library 57:10

1+ y ago57:10

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Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach flip through the books of our lives as we discuss Midnight Library by Matt Haig. There's no time like the present to rethink all of your life's biggest regrets so join us while we do that on a podcast!

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Sidequest: All Cosmere S-Tier Rankings 1:00:32

1+ y ago1:00:32

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By the Lord Ruler! Brandon (BJ), Chris, and Zach debate our S-Tier rankings of all Brandon Sanderson Cosmere books. Honor is dead, but we did what we could to come to an agreement on where to rank the books of our favorite fantasy series!

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Drs. Melissa Tiessen & Karen Dyck: Imposter Syndrome in Clinicians 1:04:53

1+ y ago1:04:53

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Comments or feedback? Send us a text! Imposter syndrome combined with the somewhat curious & paradoxical phenomenon of over-identification with being a clinician is a familiar combination for many psychotherapists. Drs. Melissa Tiessen & Karen Dyck of the Intentional Therapist join us for a discussion of these important barriers to clinician well-b…

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