Best Mindless Matters Podcasts (2024)

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Mindless Matters Episode 21: (LIVE FROM NEEHU 2024!) Hypnotic Games! 1:02:19

3M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Hey there from New Hampshire! Twilight and Chronicle come at you LIVE and IN PERSON (retroactively, of course) with a presentation made on the 8th floor lounge space of NEEHU 2024. We discuss what makes a game "hypnotic" or "A Game". We tell a cool joke about an oar. Links!: https://discord.gg/4m257dA https://cohost.org/Mindless-Matters?page=0 http…

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Episode 118--On to the Next Chapter 37:44

7M ago37:44

37:44

Journey's end and new beginnings intertwine in this heartfelt farewell to the Mindful Midlife Crisis podcast as Billy and Matt toast to three transformative years. With nostalgia as our companion, I stroll down memory lane, reflecting on the peaks and valleys traversed in pursuing purpose and passion. Transitioning from a microphone to a classroom,…

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Episode 117--Your Network = Your Net Worth: Why Your Crew Matters 1:00:20

7M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt talk about how their journeys toward passion and purpose were better traveled with companions. They unravel the tapestry of community and its undeniable role in carving out a fulfilling second act in life. In this no-filters conversation, they share insights and stories about the power of connection and how en…

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Episode 116--How Being Curious Leads to More Purpose in Life 36:24

8M ago36:24

36:24

In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt talk about the maze of midlife dilemmas and how curiosity, intentional living, and being part of a community can help us find our purpose and passion. They reminisce about the music and children's literature that shaped their formative years and how these continue to impact their beliefs, perspectives, and cur…

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Episode 115--Meditate & Mingle: Cultivating a Stable Mind 53:16

8M ago53:16

53:16

This week’s episode is a recording of a recent Meditate & Mingle session about fostering equanimity–an essential practice that empowers us to cultivate stability in our minds. Billy leads an enlightening meditation session, shedding light on the importance of intention and mindfulness in everyday life. Investing in yourself is the first step toward…

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Episode 114--The Quantifiable Consequences of Living Mindlessly 33:34

8M ago33:34

33:34

In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt reflect on mindlessness (aka NOT being mindful!), revealing its impact on relationships, social interactions, and work performance. They share personal experiences and, more importantly, provide simple tools to help you combat mindlessness. They’re also extending a digital detox challenge to you that will help…

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Episode 113--Meditate & Mingle: Mindful Eating 50:19

8M ago50:19

50:19

Just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday! This week’s episode is from a recent Meditate & Mingle session about enjoying your meal beyond satisfying your hunger. Imagine this–every bite you take, each sip you drink, could be a moment of mindfulness, an opportunity for gratitude, and a step towards better health. Join us as we uncover together how a…

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Episode 112--How Being More Aware of Our Strengths, Weaknesses, and Needs Leads to Better Outcomes 36:32

9M ago36:32

36:32

In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt share their excitement (mostly Matt) over Halloween and the upcoming holidays. More importantly, they discuss Matt’s discovery of his strengths and weaknesses and the importance of self-awareness and intentionality in improving personal and parental roles. This conversation underscores the value of being purpo…

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Episode 111--Meditate & Mingle: Breathwork through Extending the Exhale 48:31

9M ago48:31

48:31

This week’s episode is a recording of a recent Meditate & Mingle session that’s all about extending the exhale, which is a calming method that engages the parasympathetic nervous system and can help you navigate feelings of anxiety or anger. If you have ever wondered what it’s like to join these sessions, this is the perfect way to try at your own …

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Episode 110--What's Your Four Temperaments Personality Type? 1:09:47

9M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt take a deep dive into the world of personality profile tests, from the limitations of the Myers-Briggs test to the recognition of ambiverts and the revelation of the Four Temperaments personality test. They share our personal test results, and Billy walks Matt through a coaching session where they explore Matt…

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Episode 109--Meditate & Mingle: Awareness Of Your Problem Without Fixing It 42:43

9M ago42:43

42:43

Ever wonder what a Meditate & Mingle session with Billy is like? Well, guess what??? You're in luck! Check out this week's episode: a Mindful Midlife Community Meditate & Mingle session! You’ll hear how Billy guides the participants through the session and gathers key takeaways like the power of habit stacking in creating mindful moments. Tune in, …

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Episode 108--Enjoy Your Morning Coffee More Mindfully (and Other Practical Tips) 36:12

10M ago36:12

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In this week’s episode, Billy and Matt talk about how mindfulness can become your secret weapon to navigate the complexities and possibilities of midlife. The guys demystify mindfulness and explore its potential to transform your life's trajectory. If you liked this episode, check out this episode as well: Episode 79--Morning Routines for a Success…

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Episode 107--Losing a Parent: Celebrating the Life of Dan Clement Hazard with End of Life Coach Danielle Slupesky 1:14:17

10M ago1:14:17

1:14:17

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Danielle Slupesky, the End-of-Life Coach and Death Doula, and Matt Hazard, the always entertainer co-host. Before you listen to this episode, I want to give you a heads-up that it will be a heavy episode. We will be talking about death from a professional and personal perspective. So, take time to sit with a…

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Episode 106–I'm Back! (with a Special Guest!) 36:35

10M ago36:35

36:35

That's right, ladies and gentlemen...I’m back! And this time I brought with me my best good friend, the always entertaining Matt Hazard! I can’t even begin to explain how awesome it feels to be back. I’m beyond grateful to have this opportunity to help the listeners of this show navigate the complexities and possibilities of life's second half (and…

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Mindless Matters Episode 20: Framing & Fluidity! 1:30:21

1y ago1:30:21

1:30:21

Whoa. Been awhile huh? We're once more back, it's Mindless Matters!!! We tear down the fabric of the podcast itself and destroy the rules in favor of the comfort and freedom of a podcast soup for a more free-form and free-flowing look at Framing and Fluidity. Season 2 is here and it's got it all, jokes, cool ideas, tangential stories, trance segmen…

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Episode 105--"I Don't Want to Go": Billy Says Goodbye to Seoul 35:38

1y ago35:38

35:38

“Yeah, okay…Well, this is gonna hurt like a mother f***er!”--Michael Scott In this emotional final episode from Seoul, Billy talks about making the difficult decision to leave Korea (despite every fiber of his being not wanting to go), why he wants you to stop asking people who make difficult life decisions, “Why?” and what to say instead, and what…

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Episode 104--What Triggers Your Anxiety? 25:32

1y ago25:32

25:32

This week, Billy dives deeper into the topic of anxiety and the importance of a mindful approach. This mindful approach enables us to process our thoughts and emotions in a healthier manner, ultimately helping us to navigate life with grace. He explores the differences between fear, rumination, and anxiety and how to identify their sources and trig…

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Episode 103--What Does Anxiety Look and Feel Like? 27:37

1y ago27:37

27:37

This week, Billy breaks down what anxiety looks and feels like while also offering strategies around how to shift our relationship with anxiety. Billy also shares how discovering the power of mindfulness helped him through his battle with anxiety ad midlife crisis. Join him as he discusses his struggles with general anxiety disorder, including a st…

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Episode 102--How to Self-Promote without Bragging 22:22

1y ago22:22

22:22

This week, Billy talks about self-promotion. While it may seem daunting, did you know it can have a positive impact on your mental health? Studies show that self-promotion can boost self-esteem, life satisfaction, and overall well-being. Let's explore the power of self-talk. Tune in to learn how to navigate life more mindfully and embrace the possi…

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Episode 101--I Just Want to See You Win 29:05

1y ago29:05

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This week, Billy talks about the importance of promoting your success and fostering a positive, collaborative environment. He also discusses how social media can be leveraged as a powerful tool for recognizing you and the significance of being genuine and authentic when sharing and celebrating your accomplishments. With personal experiences and pra…

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Episode 100--How to Make Radical Life Changes with Bianca Thomas 57:30

1y ago57:30

57:30

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Bianca Thomas, a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and Coach, co-host of Evolve Ventures podcast, and the COO, CFO, and Co-Founder of Evolve Ventures Technologies LLC., a global tech company whose mission is to accelerate the mindset of the world to shift to unlimited potential through combining beneficial insi…

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Episode 99--Skills for Navigating Adult ADHD and Autism with Genie Love 45:30

1y ago45:30

45:30

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Genie Love, a coach who specializes in supporting professionals and entrepreneurs who discover they have ADHD and/or Autism later in life. She uses collaborative coaching methods to help clients enhance productivity, confidence, and success in both personal and professional endeavors. Genie's program integra…

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Episode 98--Understanding How Adverse Childhood Experiences Impact Society with Dr. Shree Walker 58:35

1y ago58:35

58:35

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Dr. Shree Walker, the founder of Resilient Walker. She formerly served as Director of Special Education and Special Education Local Plan Area in Los Angeles County and as the Director of Section 504 and Special Populations for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools in Nashville, Tennessee. She also served as …

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Episode 97--Investing in Your Child's Emotional Learning with Dr. Cindy Hovington 1:04:08

1y ago1:04:08

1:04:08

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Dr. Cindy Hovington, a mom of three with a doctorate degree in neuroscience. She is the founder of Curious Neuron and the co-founder of Wondergrade, which is an app you can download that supports all members of your family through short emotional regulation and mindfulness activities. She is also the host of…

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Episode 96--Managing Overwhelming Emotions 39:00

1y ago39:00

39:00

In this week's solo episode, I get vulnerable and share my current emotional and mental state. Although my two months in Japan have been incredibly meaningful, I've been experiencing a multitude of challenging emotions that stem from feeling completely overwhelmed with the wide range of life changes I'm currently going through, but I feel that I am…

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Episode 95--How to Find Joy through Disappointing Others with Steven English 56:43

1+ y ago56:43

56:43

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Steven English, an ICF Professional Certified Coach, a TEDx speaker, a trained Facilitator, and a Founder of multiple Toastmasters public speaking clubs. Throughout his 22 years in engineering, Steven served as a trainer to Fortune 500 organizations as well as influencing and managing company-wide change man…

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Episode 94--How to Be Your Own Chief Brand Officer Jennifer Walton 57:30

1+ y ago57:30

57:30

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Jennifer Walton, the Chief Brand Officer for Sky Nile Consulting, lover of Beyonce, and grower of beautiful things like gardens, her kids, her happy marriage, you name it, Jennifer is turning it into something amazing. She is here today to talk about becoming your own Chief Brand Officer. Billy and Jennifer …

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Episode 93--Get Authentic with Marques Ogden 25:29

1+ y ago25:29

25:29

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Marques Ogden, the host of the Get Authentic podcast and a former NFL player. Marques is also a keynote speaker, business coach, and corporate consultant with a unique approach to elevating people and the company’s success to the next level. Marques creates presentations designed around The Success Cycle, wh…

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Episode 92--Life Lessons from a Cherry Blossom Tree 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

39:27

This week’s solo episode has a little bit of everything–a travel update from Japan, a history lesson about Kyoto and Buddhism, a life lesson about impermanence from cherry blossom trees, and a guided meditation about sitting with pleasant, unpleasant, and neutral thoughts. If you liked this episode, check out these episodes as well: Episode 88--Str…

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Episode 91--It's Not Weak to Speak with Simon Rinne, Part 2 50:48

1+ y ago50:48

50:48

Welcome to Part 2 of this episode with Billy and Simon Rinne. Simon is the founder of Mindful Men, a therapy practice that is dedicated to supporting men with mental illness and disability. He is also a licensed social worker. Simon’s passion for mental health comes from living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, anxiety, and burn…

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Episode 90--It's Not Weak to Speak with Simon Rinne, Part 1 59:52

1+ y ago59:52

59:52

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Simon Rinne, the founder of Mindful Men, a therapy practice that is dedicated to supporting men with mental illness and disability. He is a husband and father of two based in Australia along Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Simon’s passion for mental health comes from living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (O…

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Episode 89--Win the Day with Becky Allen 54:41

1+ y ago54:41

54:41

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Becky Allen, a public speaker and the host of the Win the Day podcast. Becky has endured her fair share of challenges, including surviving cancer, infertility, losing her own husband to cancer, and navigating life as a single mom. Becky blends authenticity, faith, and humor to break down ideas and provide pr…

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Episode 88--Strength at Every Angle with Venus Lau 1:08:20

1+ y ago1:08:20

1:08:20

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Venus Lau, a mindful movement coach, fitness trainer, sports performance coach, fitness model, and former NCAA Division I athlete with over 15 certifications ranging from National Academy of Sports Medicine, Animal Flow, Yoga Alliance, kettlebell, TRX, breathwork, & more. Venus values strength at every angle…

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Episode 87--How Renting a Scooter (Almost) Gave Me an Anxiety Attack 33:36

1+ y ago33:36

33:36

In this week’s solo episode, Billy shares some exciting travel tips and updates for those of you who’ve got the travel bug! Billy also extends an invitation to join his weekly virtual mindfulness sessions! The focus of this week’s episode details how renting a scooter (almost) gave him an anxiety attack. For those who don’t know, when you travel to…

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Episode 86--Empty Nest, Full Pockets with Matt Meline 53:13

1+ y ago53:13

53:13

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Matt Meline, a certified financial planner and founder and CEO of PrairieFire Wealth Planning. He is here today to talk about his book Empty Nest, Full Pockets, which focuses on life-centered planning and helping families through transition, particularly from Full to Empty Nest. Billy and Matt discuss: –What…

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Episode 85--Why Are People Leaving Their Jobs? with Brian Aquart 58:24

1+ y ago58:24

58:24

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Brian Aquart, an attorney, consultant, and multifaceted healthcare leader with over 12 years of experience in advising executives & teams, fostering growth & innovation, public speaking, and managing conflict. He is also the Creator and Host of the Why I Left Podcast, a show chronicling real stories from rea…

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Episode 84--The Experiment Mindset with Jason Robinson 50:13

1+ y ago50:13

50:13

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Jason Robinson, a digital nomad, author and Type 1 diabetic. As a working-class kid from Ohio, Jason adopted an “experiment mindset” to tackle the unknowns of long-term nomadic travel and how to make a living while on the road. He eventually transitioned to being a location-independent nomad, earning his inc…

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Episode 83--Using a CHIPS List to Increase Your Daily Productivity 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

34:46

In this week’s episode, Billy shares how he makes good use of this time through a routine or practice to ensure he stays productive throughout the day. Billy understands that every person operates differently, so feel free to adjust to fit your needs. The CHIPS list is backed by research and also has been tweaked by Billy himself as he experiments …

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Episode 82--How to Recover from Narcissistic Abuse with Jeanine Faith 59:38

1+ y ago59:38

59:38

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Jeanine Faith, a narcissistic abuse recovery expert and survivor of abuse. After going through her own trials with narcissistic abuse and meeting her mentor, she went back to school to receive her masters in psychology and has done over 5 years of private mentorship in behaviorism, attachment theory, and nar…

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Episode 81--Stoic Street Smarts with Ed Latimore 56:49

1+ y ago56:49

56:49

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Ed Latimore, a best-selling author, former professional heavyweight boxer, and competitive chess player. His writing focuses on self-improvement and a practical approach to stoic philosophy. He is here today to discuss why he thinks humanity is doomed and everything is fucked. Buckle up while Billy tries to …

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Episode 80--Avoid Toxic Self-Help Advice with Jordan Harbinger 48:02

1+ y ago48:02

48:02

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Jordan Harbinger, host of The Jordan Harbinger Show, which decodes the stories, secrets, and skills of the world's most fascinating people and turns their wisdom into practical advice that you can use to impact your own life and those around you. As a recovering lawyer and two-time kidnapee, Jordan brings hi…

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Episode 79--Morning Routines for a Successful 2023 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

28:01

In this week’s episode, Billy takes on the first episode of 2023 solo. He shares a travel update as he moves from Korea to Thailand. What makes this new adventure exciting is that Billy brings with him all the social-emotional tools he has picked up along the way. So make sure you tune in to today’s episode as Billy shares one of the most beneficia…

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Episode 78--Billy Recaps Season 6 with His Best Good Pal Matt Hazard of The Brute Squad! 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

57:49

In this week’s episode, Billy wraps up Season 6 of The Mindful Midlife Crisis with his good friend, the sex dynamo, Matt Hazard. They go through all the episodes from Season 6 and reflect on the lessons learned, questions asked, and a whole lot of vulnerable revelations that you definitely don’t want to miss. If this is the first episode you’re lis…

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Episode 77--Midlife Sexual Healing with Sex Therapist Cathy Saputo 56:04

1+ y ago56:04

56:04

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Cathy Saputo. Cathy is a Licensed Counselor and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist providing sex therapy in Michigan. She works with individuals, couples, and other partner systems in the office and via telehealth. She is here today to discuss how sex and our bodies change around midlife. Billy and Cathy discuss…

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Episode 76--How to Beautifully Co-Parent with Your Ex with Anna Skender 52:32

1+ y ago52:32

52:32

In this week’s episode, Billy talks with Anna Skender. Anna is the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at a market-leading digital business based in Raleigh, NC. Anna has lived all over the U.S., including Nashville, NYC, DC, Boston, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, but she now primarily resides in Raleigh, NC, with her two beautiful children, spe…

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Episode 75--How to Live with More Joy in Your Life 38:07

1+ y ago38:07

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In this week’s episode, Billy talks about the renewed sense of joy he has felt since returning to Seoul, South Korea. His goal is to inspire you to recognize what brings you joy so you can be more present in the somatic experience those moments create in your body. Billy discusses: –His journey back to Seoul, South Korea –What he means by a “Top Te…

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Episode 74--Too Foreign for Here, Too Foreign for Home: A Korean Adoptee Meets Her Birth Family with Brook Mallak 1:04:13

1+ y ago1:04:13

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In this week’s episode, Billy talks to Brook Mallak. Brook is a Korean adoptee who recently reunited with her birth mother and sisters for the first time. Brook is here today to talk about that reunification experience and how her time in Korea has her feeling too foreign for here, yet too foreign for home. Billy and Brook discuss: –How the two of …

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Episode 73--Giving Sunshine: A Widower's Journey to Love and Happiness with Jason Clawson 58:08

1+ y ago58:08

58:08

In this week’s episode, Billy talks to Jason Clawson. In 2018, Jason’s life was flipped upside down after his wife Valerie was diagnosed with stage 4 Colon Cancer. He is here today to share his story of how the loss of his wife rocked his world, but he is also here to share the steps he’s taken to heal and find love again. Billy and Jason discuss: …

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Episode 72--Acts of Service As Self-Care with Dr. Lina Haji 57:21

1+ y ago57:21

57:21

In this week’s episode, Billy talks to Dr. Lina Haji. Dr. Lina Haji is a licensed clinical psychologist and licensed mental health counselor specializing in psychodiagnostic assessment, forensic assessment, dual diagnosis, serious and persistent mental illness, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and substance abuse treatment. Her clinical …

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Episode 71--Navigating Trauma through Resilience with Dr. Shree Walker 1:09:35

1+ y ago1:09:35

1:09:35

In this week’s episode, Billy talks to Dr. Shree Walker. Dr. Walker is the founder of Resilient Walker. She formerly served as Director of Special Education and Special Education Local Plan Area in Los Angeles County and as the Director of Section 504 and Special Populations for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools in Nashville, Tennessee. She als…

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