Best Ellen Schweitzer Podcasts (2024)

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Center for Great Expectations: Veronica Finlay 50:37

2M ago50:37

50:37

By Ellen Schweitzer

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Prenups, Signs of Separation and Having a “Successful” Divorce with Angela Kim, Matrimonial and Family Law Attorney 43:49

5M ago43:49

43:49

No one goes into a marriage expecting to get divorced. Unfortunately, the harsh reality is that many marriages fail and when they fail it is so important to have the right people on your side to help you navigate this extremely intimate and sensitive time. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about prenups, signs of separation, and having a “suc…

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Finding Your “Last Love” with Natalie Kita, Love Coach 55:09

5M ago55:09

55:09

If you’re like me trying to date again later in life, you may have realized that dating isn’t how it used to be. In this digital era of dating, you might find yourself intimidated to even start or end up on dates with all the wrong guys. That’s why for Valentine's Day I wanted to treat my listeners to an episode with love coach, Natalie Kita. This …

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The Power of Vulnerability + Podcast Update 12:19

9M ago12:19

12:19

Podcast Update: After this episode, I will be putting the podcast on pause for a bit. In light of the cruelty happening in Israel, it feels disingenuous to continue posting content that in comparison, feels so trivial. It is important for me to keep the airways open for the professionals who come to serve and educate. In the meantime, you can conne…

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Shedding Light on Antisemitism with Lauri Bader 32:56

9M ago32:56

32:56

Antisemitism is far from a new concept. Historically, there have been times when it was extremely bad and other times when it leveled out. Right now we are unfortunately in a really bad, really scary time. This week on We Can Be Real Lauri is back on the podcast to join me in talking about antisemitism. Lauri Bader has been actively involved with t…

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Love Has No Age Limit: Widow’s Perspective on the Golden Bachelor with Debbie and Jaynee 43:47

9M ago43:47

43:47

For the first time ever, The Bachelor franchise is giving someone a second chance at love in the later part of their life with the release of The Golden Bachelor. As widows ourselves, my friends Debbie, Jaynee, and I were interested in tuning in to get a glimpse of what it looks like for other people in our situation to find love again. This week o…

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We Stand for Israel with Lauri Bader 26:15

10M ago26:15

26:15

In light of the senseless violence and destruction in Israel, it would be irresponsible to continue putting out regular podcast episodes without using my platform to address these horrific acts of terrorism. Complacency is NOT an option here. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by my dear friend Lauri Bader who fortunately got out of Israel safe…

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Cultivating Connection and Capitalizing on Every Opportunity with Mark “MAYOR” Farese 44:51

10M ago44:51

44:51

Content Warning: This episode includes brief mentions of violence and murder. We are not in control of the hand we are dealt in life. We are, however, in control of what we do with that hand and how we make the most of it to make a life worth living. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by Mark “Mayor” Farese sharing his life story and how he cul…

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Overcoming Loneliness One Connection at a Time 18:33

10M ago18:33

18:33

You don’t have to be physically alone- widowed, separated, single, etc. to feel alone. As humans, we are driven by connection and human interaction so even if we’re seemingly surrounded by people the majority of our lives, that feeling of loneliness can still creep in. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about overcoming loneliness one connecti…

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Finding Light in the Dark Through Artistic Expression with Stephanie Hirsch 39:37

10M ago39:37

39:37

Creativity is inside all of us and it does not matter which medium we choose to practice, the path to self-expression and self-development is through artistic expression. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by Stephanie Hirsch to talk about finding light in the dark through artistic expression! Stephanie Hirsch is a New York-based mixed media ar…

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Confessions of a Female Rabbi with Rabbi Rebecca Keren Eisenstadt 54:34

11M ago54:34

54:34

If I asked you to picture a Rabbi, you may have a specific type of person in mind and that person most likely wouldn’t have the Instagram handle @myhotrabbi. Today’s guest is challenging these stereotypes and paving a path of her own sharing Judaism in a joyful way. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by Rabbi Rebecca to discuss confessions of a…

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The Mindset Shifts to Overcome a Binge Eating Disorder with Meghan McDonough, Former Client 58:17

11M ago58:17

58:17

Overcoming a binge eating disorder (or any eating disorder for that matter) is so much more than focusing on gaining or losing weight. There are a series of mindset shifts that need to happen first so that you can begin to make healthy choices that will lead you toward becoming the best version of yourself. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by…

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Reevaluating and Leaning Into Your Core Values 17:19

11M ago17:19

17:19

I’ve been thinking a lot about core values because I used to believe that I would have the same core values for a lifetime. Recently, after reevaluating my core values, I have noticed a shift away from my focus on being a wife and a mother to valuing so much more. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about reevaluating and leaning into your core…

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Surviving The Grief of Losing a Loved One with Brittany Pinto, LMSW 57:19

11M ago57:19

57:19

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult life experiences someone can go through. We all experience and process our grief differently and thus, survive in our own ways. Regardless of how you work through your grief, talking to someone can help. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about surviving the grief of losing a loved one. Brittany …

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Building Resilience in the Face of Adversity 17:41

11M ago17:41

17:41

I wasn’t the most resilient when I was younger, often caving under pressure and turning to food and weed to cope with the struggles in my lfie. As I got older, I found my resilience out of the necessity of caring for the people that I loved and my resilience grew from there. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about building resilience in the f…

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The Power in Finding and Sharing Your Personal Story with Patrice Poltzer 1:05:29

12M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Your personal story tells your clients what it is that you stand for. It shows them (and yourself through the work to find your story) your purpose and the things that drive you. It acts as a magnet to draw opportunities to yourself because once you stand in your personal story, you’ll find yourself showing up differently not only in your business …

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New Beginnings: Navigating the Dating World (or Choosing Not To) 25:09

12M ago25:09

25:09

When I started my podcast, I vowed to share my life experiences and how I got through them with strength, resilience, and humility. The same goes for this episode where I talk about being single and dating again after losing the love of my life. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about navigating the dating world (or choosing not to). In this …

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Boosting Confidence And Cultivating Self-Esteem with Hila Revah, LCSW 55:52

12M ago55:52

55:52

Self-esteem is linear and confidence is subjective. It is all part of a journey with peaks and valleys made up of the experiences throughout our lives. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by Hila Revah to talk about boosting confidence and cultivating self-esteem! Hila Revah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently working in a private pra…

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Identifying the Difference Between Hunger, Appetite, and Cravings with Brigitte Zeitlin, MPH, RD, CDN 1:04:19

1y ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Conceptually, we know what hunger is but in our busy lives, we can lose touch with it making it increasingly difficult to recognize the difference between habits and cravings. Differentiating between hunger, appetite, and cravings is so important as everything we do in life plays into how we eat and how we take care of ourselves from the inside out…

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Wisdom Across Generations: An Interview with My Mother, Lenore 42:39

1y ago42:39

42:39

There is so much that we can learn from those who are older and wiser than us. That is why this week on the We Can Be Real podcast, I am joined by my mother, Lenore Gensior as she shares her wisdom, life experiences and advice. This week on We Can Be Real, we’re exploring wisdom across generations! In this episode, my mom and I discuss: Advice she …

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Understanding and Managing Our Emotional Response to Triggers with My Daughters, Lauren and Hillary 46:37

1y ago46:37

46:37

The word ‘trigger’ has become such a common word in our language to describe an intense feeling or emotional response to something. While many may consider this to be an overused word, we can also see it as a way to foster connection and open the door to communicating our feelings. This week on We Can Be Real I’m joined by 2 of my daughters, Lauren…

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Using the Sandwich Model to Approach Difficult Conversations 20:39

1y ago20:39

20:39

The most important thing to remember when approaching a difficult conversation is to do so in a gentle, respectful manner that gives everyone the space to feel seen and heard. And using the sandwich method to approach these conversations allows you to do just that! This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about how you can use the sandwich model to …

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How to Handle Difficult Conversations 20:36

1y ago20:36

20:36

Whether it’s with a friend, family member, co-worker or whoever else, it can feel incredibly scary to have a difficult conversation. But if the person or relationship is important to you, it is so important to practice healthy communication and approach the conversation head-on. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking about how to handle difficult …

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Why Movement Matters and Sharing the Secret to Building an Online Community with Chase Willman 38:27

1y ago38:27

38:27

With the continual rise in online fitness programs post-pandemic, creators and instructors are finding themselves in a unique position to share their expertise and build community in a whole new way. Today’s guest is an expert in just that. This week on We Can Be Real I, alongside my guest Chase Willman are talking about why movement matters and ho…

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How Movement Changed My Life (More Than Once) 16:56

1y ago16:56

16:56

Continuing the conversation from my first 3 episodes, I knew I wanted to record an episode on the value of movement in my eating disorder recovery. Movement not only was an incredible asset in recovering from my eating disorder but it has given me community and a higher sense of self-esteem and strength. This week on We Can Be Real I’m talking abou…

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Breaking Free from the Binge: My Eating Disorder Story- Part 1 25:50

1y ago25:50

25:50

{CONTENT WARNING: Eating Disorder, Binge Eating Disorder} One of the most pivotal points of my life revolved around the binge eating disorder I developed as a young girl and carried into my early adulthood. It impacted every aspect of my life and while I can now say I am free from the binge, my eating disorder is part of my story and influences how…

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Breaking Free from the Binge: My Eating Disorder Story- Part 2 12:30

1y ago12:30

12:30

{CONTENT WARNING: Eating Disorder, Binge Eating Disorder} One of the most pivotal points of my life revolved around the binge eating disorder I developed as a young girl and carried into my early adulthood. It impacted every aspect of my life and while I can now say I am free from the binge, my eating disorder is part of my story and influences how…

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Reclaiming Your Life From a Binge Eating Disorder with Kathryn Hansen, Author of Brain Over Binge 50:24

1y ago50:24

50:24

{Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders.} The definition of binge eating describes this disordered eating as feeling out of control when eating, eating when you’re full or not hungry, eating until you’re uncomfortably full, or frequently eating alone or in secret. As with anything, there is a lot of subjectivity to i…

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Welcome to We Can Be Real! 5:26

1y ago5:26

5:26

We Can Be Real explores the real, sometimes sad, challenging, raw, and vulnerable aspects of life with humor and compassion. As a recently widowed 61-year-old life coach, host Ellen Schweitzer shares her life experiences and the ways in which she found the strength to persevere and thrive. In this podcast, you’ll hear stories and insights paired wi…

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Ellen Schweitzer Podcasts

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We Can Be Real

Ellen Schweitzer

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Center for Great Expectations: Veronica Finlay 50:37

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Prenups, Signs of Separation and Having a “Successful” Divorce with Angela Kim, Matrimonial and Family Law Attorney 43:49

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Finding Your “Last Love” with Natalie Kita, Love Coach 55:09

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The Power of Vulnerability + Podcast Update 12:19

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Shedding Light on Antisemitism with Lauri Bader 32:56

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Love Has No Age Limit: Widow’s Perspective on the Golden Bachelor with Debbie and Jaynee 43:47

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We Stand for Israel with Lauri Bader 26:15

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Cultivating Connection and Capitalizing on Every Opportunity with Mark “MAYOR” Farese 44:51

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Overcoming Loneliness One Connection at a Time 18:33

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Finding Light in the Dark Through Artistic Expression with Stephanie Hirsch 39:37

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Confessions of a Female Rabbi with Rabbi Rebecca Keren Eisenstadt 54:34

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The Mindset Shifts to Overcome a Binge Eating Disorder with Meghan McDonough, Former Client 58:17

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Reevaluating and Leaning Into Your Core Values 17:19

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Surviving The Grief of Losing a Loved One with Brittany Pinto, LMSW 57:19

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Building Resilience in the Face of Adversity 17:41

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The Power in Finding and Sharing Your Personal Story with Patrice Poltzer 1:05:29

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New Beginnings: Navigating the Dating World (or Choosing Not To) 25:09

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Boosting Confidence And Cultivating Self-Esteem with Hila Revah, LCSW 55:52

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Identifying the Difference Between Hunger, Appetite, and Cravings with Brigitte Zeitlin, MPH, RD, CDN 1:04:19

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Wisdom Across Generations: An Interview with My Mother, Lenore 42:39

1
Understanding and Managing Our Emotional Response to Triggers with My Daughters, Lauren and Hillary 46:37

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Using the Sandwich Model to Approach Difficult Conversations 20:39

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How to Handle Difficult Conversations 20:36

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Why Movement Matters and Sharing the Secret to Building an Online Community with Chase Willman 38:27

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How Movement Changed My Life (More Than Once) 16:56

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Breaking Free from the Binge: My Eating Disorder Story- Part 1 25:50

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Breaking Free from the Binge: My Eating Disorder Story- Part 2 12:30

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Reclaiming Your Life From a Binge Eating Disorder with Kathryn Hansen, Author of Brain Over Binge 50:24

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Welcome to We Can Be Real! 5:26

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