Best Gretchen Macaulay Podcasts (2024)

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Practicing Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Joy Carlson 27:08

1h ago27:08

27:08

Some days kindness seems in short supply, but this week host Paula Felps is joined by Kristina Joy Carlson, founder of the KINDd Method and managing director of global philanthropy at Carter Global. Kristina has turned her personal practice of outrageous kindness into an inspirational campaign that can be practiced by individuals and corporations a…

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Cracked After 35 Years: The Mystery of Roxanne Wood 46:35

3d ago46:35

46:35

In 1987, Roxanne Wood was brutally murdered after a night out. Her husband, Terry, was initially the prime suspect, remaining under scrutiny for 35 years. The case went cold until 2020 when Michigan State Police reopened it, using advanced DNA technology and genetic genealogy. This led to the arrest of 67-year-old Patrick Wayne Gilham... For Exclus…

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Special Episode: Interview with Barbara Bentley 1:00:49

5d ago1:00:49

1:00:49

Gretchen and Tab interview Barbara Bentley, a woman whose life was changed by a con man, John Perry, a retired Navy Admiral. They discuss the lasting impact of her experience, the importance of speaking up, and the prevalence of domestic violence. The conversation also touches on the need for laws to protect victims and the misconceptions surroundi…

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Overcoming Election Stress With Dr. Lauren Cook 25:22

7d ago25:22

25:22

Election season is now officially underway and that means that many of us are already feeling election stress. That’s why Live Happy has partnered with licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. Lauren Cook to offer a free four-week email course, Overcoming Election Stress. In this episode, host Paula Felps sits down with Lauren to talk about so…

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Tragic Secrets: The Mysterious Disappearance of Andrew Sadek 41:23

7d ago41:23

41:23

Tammy and John Sadek's story is one of heartbreak and unanswered questions. They raised their two sons on a peaceful North Dakota farm, only to face tragedy when their elder son, Nick, died in a train - car accident at 18. Years later, their younger son, Andrew, disappeared just before his college graduation. When his body was found, law enforcemen…

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The Healing Power of Hugging Cows With Ellie Laks 23:26

12d ago23:26

23:26

If you’ve never thought of cows as intuitive healers, this episode just might change your mind. Ellie Laks is the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates abused and discarded farm animals. She is the creator of cow hug therapy and, as she explains in her book by the same name, she has learned am…

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Recognizing Our Invisible Work With Janelle Wells, PhD and Doreen MacAulay, PhD 32:45

14d ago32:45

32:45

If you feel like your workday never ends, you aren’t alone! This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Janelle Wells and Doreen MacAulay, partners in the consultancy WellsQuest and authors of Our (In)Visible Work: How Everyone Everywhere Experiences It Every Day. Their work focuses on the effect of the unpaid work we do both on the job and at home, a…

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When Barbara Met John: The Consequences of Lies 44:22

16d ago44:22

44:22

Barbara Bentley, a divorcee, meets John Perry, a retired Navy Admiral, and they start dating. John has an impressive pedigree and lavish spending habits. They get engaged and plan a wedding in Mexico, but end up getting married in a rundown building in Tijuana. Despite the disappointing wedding, they go on a honeymoon in Hawaii. Barbara's husband, …

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Make Your Summer Fun Last All Fall 26:10

21d ago26:10

26:10

Students and teachers are heading back to school, but just because summer is ending doesn’t mean our fun has to end, too. This summer, Live Happy teamed up with organizational psychologist Mike Rucker, PhD, to offer the Summer of Fun email series, filled with ideas about how to bring more fun to your summer. As we head into fall and winter, host Pa…

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The Dark Path of Denali Brehmer's and Cynthia Hoffman's Final Hike 45:27

24d ago45:27

45:27

In this episode, we explore the tragic case of 19-year-old Cynthia "Cece" Hoffman, whose life was cut short in a shocking and premeditated murder orchestrated by her so-called best friend, Denali Brehmer, and accomplice Kayden McIntosh. The trio's hike near Anchorage turned into a horrific crime fueled by a catfish scheme, where Denali was manipula…

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Standing Together in Divided Times With Rob Volpe 28:37

28d ago28:37

28:37

As we head toward the end of summer, many of us are talking about the contentious election environment. In this episode, host Paula Felps is by Rob Volpe, an empathy activist, consultant, and author of Tell Me More About That: Solving the empathy crisis one conversation at a time, who talks about how we can avoid some of the hazards that come with …

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From Commissioner to Convict: The Fall of Chris Epps 41:50

28d ago41:50

41:50

Today we introduce the case of Chris Epps, a well-respected public official who served as the Commissioner of Prisons in Mississippi. We discuss Epps' rise through the ranks and his efforts to improve the prison system, as well as the class action lawsuits filed against him for inhumane conditions in the prisons. The conversation also touches on th…

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What’s Coming Up in Season 10 With Paula Felps and Deborah K. Heisz 23:27

1M ago23:27

23:27

As Live Happy Now wraps up its ninth season, we’re looking ahead to some exciting new things to share with our listeners. In this episode, Live Happy CEO and co-founder Deborah Heisz flips the script to interview host Paula Felps and find out what’s in store. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why we’re going to look at Election Stress in Season 10 and…

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Betrayal and Justice in Green Sea: The Nealy Family Saga 44:13

1M ago44:13

44:13

In today's episode, we explore the complex story of a family from Green Sea, South Carolina, a rural area near Myrtle Beach. Johnny and Melba Nealy raised five children amidst challenges, including struggles with alcohol. Their daughter, Connie, began a controversial relationship with 38-year-old Billy Ray Brown at age 16, resulting in marriage and…

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How Music Shapes Your Mind With Renee Fleming 22:45

1M ago22:45

22:45

Acclaimed soprano Renee Fleming has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages, performing in operas, concerts, theater, and films. But now, the five-time Grammy Award winner is using her voice to help improve our wellbeing. In her new book, Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness, Renee has curated a collection of essays f…

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Bonus Episode: Inside the Badge: Tom Smith's Journey from NYPD to National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame 1:21:35

1M ago1:21:35

1:21:35

Today, we are interviewing a retired NYPD detective Tom Smith. He shares insights from his law enforcement career, including his work with the Joint Terrorism Task Force and narcotics. Tom highlights the challenges of managing CIs and recounts experiences in Afghanistan. He also discusses a case where he helped prevent a school shooting and emphasi…

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Prioritizing Play With Jeff Harry 27:31

1M ago27:31

27:31

Summer is a recess for all of us, but what if you could prioritize play all year long? This week, host Paula Felps talks with Jeff Harry, who uses a combination of positive psychology and play to foster healing and help individuals overcome their biggest challenges. Learn why we all need to embrace the power of play and how to create your personal …

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Dark Night in Cape Coral: The Wade Wilson Murders 44:46

2M ago44:46

44:46

Two childhood friends, Stephanie Sailors and Kristine Melton, went for a night out on October 6th, 2019, at the Buddha Bar in Fort Myers, known for its multi-level, lively atmosphere. They wisely took an Uber. During their night, they encountered Wade Wilson, who posed as JR, and his friend Jayson Shepherd. As the night unfolded, Wade showed his tr…

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Mindful Flower Arranging With Talia Boone 29:20

2M ago29:20

29:20

We’ve all heard the advice to stop and smell the roses, but this week’s episode is a reminder to take a moment to arrange them. Talia Boone is a social entrepreneur whose work has centered around human and civil rights issues. A few years ago, she discovered flower arranging as a form of meditation and self-care, and in the height of the pandemic s…

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Dark Secrets of the Palomino Club: The Murder of Timothy Hadland 37:29

2M ago37:29

37:29

Today, we explore the story of the Palomino Club, the oldest strip club in Vegas, and the murder of Timothy Hadland, a former employee. We'll look into the investigation and how the club's owner and employees were involved in the crime. The discussion wraps up with the trial outcomes and the current status of those involved. Anabel Espindola pled g…

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Practicing Outrageous Kindness with Kristina Joy Carlson 27:08

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Cracked After 35 Years: The Mystery of Roxanne Wood 46:35

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Special Episode: Interview with Barbara Bentley 1:00:49

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Overcoming Election Stress With Dr. Lauren Cook 25:22

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Tragic Secrets: The Mysterious Disappearance of Andrew Sadek 41:23

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The Healing Power of Hugging Cows With Ellie Laks 23:26

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Recognizing Our Invisible Work With Janelle Wells, PhD and Doreen MacAulay, PhD 32:45

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When Barbara Met John: The Consequences of Lies 44:22

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Make Your Summer Fun Last All Fall 26:10

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The Dark Path of Denali Brehmer's and Cynthia Hoffman's Final Hike 45:27

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Standing Together in Divided Times With Rob Volpe 28:37

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From Commissioner to Convict: The Fall of Chris Epps 41:50

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What’s Coming Up in Season 10 With Paula Felps and Deborah K. Heisz 23:27

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Betrayal and Justice in Green Sea: The Nealy Family Saga 44:13

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How Music Shapes Your Mind With Renee Fleming 22:45

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Bonus Episode: Inside the Badge: Tom Smith's Journey from NYPD to National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame 1:21:35

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Prioritizing Play With Jeff Harry 27:31

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Dark Night in Cape Coral: The Wade Wilson Murders 44:46

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Mindful Flower Arranging With Talia Boone 29:20

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Dark Secrets of the Palomino Club: The Murder of Timothy Hadland 37:29

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