Best Meredith Brooks Podcasts (2024)

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10 | “The Battle Over Disability Pay and Mental Health Leave" with Lauren Weber of The Wall Street Journal 43:59

7d ago43:59

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Text The Podgress Report In this #WorkplaceReport edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips has an enlightening conversation with Lauren Weber, a reporter at The Wall Street Journal, about the tough reality of mental health leave and disability pay denials. Lauren shares insights from her compelling article, 'The Battle Over Disability Pay …

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09 | Innovate Your Career and Life With Curiosity and Experimentation - Lizzie Azzolino, Founder, Work With Lizzie 53:07

21d ago53:07

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Text The Podgress Report We’re talking about the power of uniqueness and curiosity to evolve your career and life in this #SuccessReport edition of The Podgress Report. Host Jen Phillips is joined by Lizzie Azzolino, Founder, Work With Lizzie. This episode is for any of us who have ever thought “how can I - starting right now - start to shift my ca…

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08 | Take Your Wins With You: Transform Your Career with Confidence and Clarity - Meredith Nicklas, CEO, The CFO Solution 51:35

1M ago51:35

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Text The Podgress Report In this edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is joined by Meredith Nicklas, CEO, The CFO Solution. This episode is for you if you've ever thought..."I want to spend more of my time at work doing the work that energizes me". It's a masterclass in "helpability". Meredith has a fantastic way of finding the people,…

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Brooke: This Is Not Reality (from the Last Day podcast) 47:46

24d ago47:46

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In this guest episode from the podcast “Last Day,” host Stephanie Wittels Wachs shares the story of Brooke, who had the best and worst days of her life within a couple months of each other. The whiplash from the bliss of her wedding day to the reality of mourning rocked Brooke to her core. She had to learn how to treasure the memories while sitting…

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07 | Bumps in the Road to Recovery: Navigating Bad Days on the Burnout Journey 26:10

1M ago26:10

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Text The Podgress Report In this #snackable edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is bringing real talk from day 146 of her burnout recovery journey. It got bumpy, y'all. Jen's giving her take on what that feels like, how connecting with others ... being helpable ... has been so - well - helpful. And on how to keep momentum even as fear…

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06 | Achieve Your Purpose: The Power of Monthly Progress Reports for Career Transformation 31:37

1M ago31:37

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Text The Podgress Report In this #HowTo edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is sharing her June Progress Report to show how monthly reviews can help accelerate personal change, career reinvention, recovery from burnout, and “on purpose” professional growth. Jen’s a former Marketing Operations executive who’s been using the proven powe…

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S9E15: The Power of Story 36:42

2M ago36:42

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In the final episode of a season all about help, Meredith sits down with students from the writing and publishing organization 826 Boston, which just released a new book — called “What if the World Needs You?”— that’s full of advice and life lessons for young people. Also, Meredith’s producers surprise her with a collection of stories from her frie…

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05 | "Slow Burn" Burnout and Recovery - Lessons in Leadership with Henk Campher, CMO Deep Origin 57:56

2M ago57:56

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Text The Podgress Report In this edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips is joined by Henk Campher, CMO, Deep Origin. This is one for those of you who wish it were easier to disconnect from work, to work better together…and to do it all in a way that respects the rest of your life. Managers and aspiring managers, you’ll walk away with tac…

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S9E14: Fly Me to the Moon 40:43

2M ago40:43

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As The Boston Globe’s travel writer, Chris Muther has gotten very good at navigating the planet alone. But he wasn’t always this way. It took years, through multiple relationships, for him to gain the independence necessary to thrive on his own — and be a better partner. How he got to this more confident place is a long, winding story that involves…

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04 | Recipe for Reinvention: Chef Lisa Brooks' Journey from Burnout to Thriving 59:45

2M ago59:45

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Text The Podgress Report In this Success Report edition of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips welcomes the inspiring Chef Lisa Brooks, CEO of Heart and Soul Personal Chef Service and the Personal Chef Academy. From battling intense anxiety and workplace burnout and leaving her high-stress job in IT to becoming a successful entrepreneur and CEO,…

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Bonus: Pantsuit Politics with Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers 23:07

2M ago23:07

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Can relationships survive a political divide? Meredith sits down with podcast hosts Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers of the grace-filled podcast "Pantsuit Politics" to discuss the growing gender divide and how (and if!) to handle differences in political views within the context of a romantic relationship. Email us at loveletters@boston.com. …

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03 | The Superpower Discovery Framework: Energizing Work & Your Expertise 27:51

2M ago27:51

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Text The Podgress Report On this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips isn't wearing a cape, but she *is* talking about superpowers. We're covering a framework you can use to discover and get real crispy on your own superpowers. We're calling it the Superpower Discovery Framework, and it's important for job seekers and anyone interested…

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S9E13: Feels Like Home 34:16

3M ago34:16

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One day in June of 2014, at the height of the Syrian civil war, Rami made a daring escape from an ISIS militia. But that meant he had to leave his home country, maybe forever. His journey from that moment — into Turkey, then to California, and then to Rhode Island — was something he never could have imagined. Neither was the love story that came ou…

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BONUS: Send us your stories that are outside the box. 1:41

3M ago1:41

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On the next season of Love Letters, we’ll be featuring stories that are outside the box. Experiences and stories that fall outside the norm and broaden our understanding of love, gifting us in the most strange and unexpected ways - because love isn't just one thing. It's everything. If you have a story that you EXPERIENCED – or FELT – or are in the…

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01 | Lessons in Burnout from an Executive Burnout-in-Recovery 32:21

3M ago32:21

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Text The Podgress Report In this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips does her very best podcaster impression. It's our first episode, and we're very nervous. But today's topic is incredibly important; it's the information you need to understand Burnout...it's definition, dimensions, accelerators, and profiles. So try to hang in there …

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02 | Five Science-backed Steps for Burnout Recovery 28:42

3M ago28:42

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Text The Podgress Report In this episode of The Podgress Report, host Jen Phillips gives a recap on Workplace Burnout: its definition, dimensions, and accelerators. We're also talking about the many profiles of burnout - which can be discovered by assessing your symptoms using proven, research-backed tools (check the episode resources for links). B…

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The Surfing Entrepreneur Behind Indo Board: Meet Hunter Joslin 56:50

3M ago56:50

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Ever wondered how a simple idea can revolutionize an industry? Meet Hunter Joslin, the surfing Entrepreneur and Founder of Indo Board, a game-changer in fitness and sports. My chats with Hunter, a long-time friend, are always fun and insightful. I'm glad I finally got Hunter on the podcast to talk about his incredible journey. Hunter’s Early Days: …

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S9E12: The Pleasure Principle 34:42

3M ago34:42

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Krista Nabar got pretty good at talking about intimate, uncomfortable things. One, she was raised in a household where open dialogue was encouraged. Two, she became a sex therapist. But when it came to confronting things in her own life? Well, that was a different story. Email us at loveletters@boston.com. You can also send relationship questions t…

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Loving, Aging, Growing 24:01

3M ago24:01

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Meredith sits down with Laura Stassi, host of the podcast “Dating While Gray.” They talk about what Meredith learned from her parents’ divorce, how she found a partner during the pandemic, and growing wiser with age. Also, hear an excerpt of a “Dating While Gray” episode about a widower helping his daughter with dating. Find more episodes of “Datin…

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Kurt Pellegrino’s Unstoppable Journey To The UFC and Beyond: Dyslexia, Bullies & Fatherhood 1:22:12

3M ago1:22:12

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Former UFC Fighter, instructor, entrepreneur, and world-renowned Brazilian Jiu Jitsu martial artist Kurt "Batman" Pellegrino. In this interview Kurt opens up about his battles with dyslexia and bullying, and how his mindset has helped him on and off the mats. Early Life and Dyslexia Kurt faced significant challenges from a young age. Born with seve…

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S9E11: City of Love 28:16

3M ago28:16

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Can a city be a wingperson? Seongnam City, a community of more than 900,000 people just southeast of Seoul, South Korea, is certainly trying. Spooked by historically low birth and marriage rates, Seongnam City officials have launched a publicly funded matchmaking program to help young people find each other. The goal? Happy couples who start making…

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The Disco Rap Revolution with Hip-Hop Group Bungalow Collect 1:13:01

4M ago1:13:01

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Leave Us a Review Bungalow Collect hit the hip-hop scene and went viral with their unique sound that they refer to as, "Disco Rap". I sat down with the four man hip-hop group Bungalow Collect to talk about their journey to becoming a unified musical force that’s catching the ears of listeners across platforms like TikTok. Marcus Isiah, Zay Suav, Rs…

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S9E10: Dating While Public 25:44

4M ago25:44

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Let’s be honest: There’s a lot of trashy reality television out there. Some shows seem actively manipulative. But Netflix’s "Love on the Spectrum," which follows the dating journeys of young people on the autism spectrum, feels different. Meredith sits down with one of the show’s stars, James B. Jones, to talk about what the show gets right, and ho…

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Breakups, Revisited (from the Embodied podcast) 34:34

4M ago34:34

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Join Meredith and fellow advice columnist Stacia Brown as they talk breakups with Anita Rao, host of the podcast “Embodied.” Stacia and Meredith give some guidance on how to break up “well” and discuss going no-contact, navigating social media, and finding the right breakup anthem for the moment. Email us at loveletters@boston.com. You can also sen…

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S9E9: I'm Like a Bird 30:57

4M ago30:57

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As an animal researcher, Meghan Martin made groundbreaking discoveries about how giant female pandas choose their mates. She realized that they wouldn’t shack up with just any old male. They wanted a choice. The same held true, she would learn, with rabbits, birds, and other species. The question for Meghan was this: Could she apply those lessons t…

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Living a Multifaceted Creative Life: Musician John Harvey on Being a Renaissance Man in the Digital Age 1:41:50

4M ago1:41:50

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Leave Us a Review I was first introduced to my good friend John Harvey by our mutual bro Dave Fowler. At the time, John was the guy who was thumping away on the bass guitar with the emo band Secondhand Serenade. During his touring days, John also played with artists like Jessie James Decker, Jackson Harris, Williams Honor, Natalie Stovall to name a…

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S9E8: Esther Perel (Makes Me Attractive) 21:12

5M ago21:12

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Are more people considering polyamory these days? Has the pandemic permanently changed the ways we relate to each other? And can Esther Perel take some credit for Meredith's dating success? Meredith sits down with the psychotherapist, relationship expert, and all-around empathetic person to get into these questions and more. Email us at loveletters…

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Trailer 1: Welcome to The Podgress Report 0:33

5M ago0:33

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Text The Podgress Report Half of the global workforce wants to leave their job. We're talking about it. The Podgress Report is an energetic, data-driven podcast to engage, educate, and support the half of the workforce currently contemplating their next career move. Join Jen Phillips and her powerful success-story guests weekly to eradicate the Sun…

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Trailer 1a: Welcome to The Podgress Report 2:25

5M ago2:25

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Text The Podgress Report Half of the global workforce wants to leave their job. We're talking about it. The Podgress Report is an energetic, data-driven podcast to engage, educate, and support the half of the workforce currently contemplating their next career move. Join Jen Phillips and her powerful success-story guests weekly to eradicate the Sun…

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S9E7: Winning It All 33:44

5M ago33:44

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In Part Two of our series on pro athletes and their spouses, we talk to Shannon Allen, the wife of former NBA superstar Ray Allen, about a bittersweet moment in their lives. Just as they were celebrating a historic NBA championship, they got some very scary medical news about their son. Where did Shannon turn for help? The answer may surprise you. …

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S9E6: Here's to the Home Team 32:20

5M ago32:20

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What does it feel like to be the partner of a pro athlete? Where do you find support to handle the public pressure, the instability, the constant threat of being traded? Today, we bring you a two-part series on elite athletes, their spouses, and the people who help them. In Part One, we talk to Jordan Whitlock, the wife of Red Sox pitcher Garrett W…

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A Little Person With Big Ambitions: Christophe Zajac-Denek On Dwarfism, Navigating Societal Norms, Acting, Surfing, Self-Acceptance and Drums 1:19:31

5M ago1:19:31

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In this episode, host Jay Alders is joined by Christophe Zajac-Denek, an actor, musician, surfer, and disabilities advocate who brings a unique perspective on thriving with dwarfism. Christophe opens up about his journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and the significance of self-confidence in defying societal expectations. His story is a testament…

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40 Years of Comedy: Inside the Mind of Brad Upton 1:24:55

5M ago1:24:55

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A conversation with Brad Upton, a comedian whose observational humor and unique view of the world have captivated audiences from cruise ships to comedy clubs for 40 years. In this episode, Brad reveals the intricacies of his comedic process and work ethic and talks about his inspiration as well as the disciplined craft of writing and performing. He…

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S9E5: Maura Healey's Soundtrack 30:49

5M ago30:49

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Ever since Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey was a kid, music has played a major role in her life. “Eye of the Tiger” got her pumped for basketball games. She caught sets from Joan Baez and Melissa Etheridge working as a cocktail waitress. When she came out in her early 20s, she found solace in the Indigo Girls. These days, the governor uses music to…

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