Best Timothy J Hayes Podcasts (2025)

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Conclave (2024) (w/ Brandon Taylor) [TEASER] 3:10

4d ago3:10

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy. With the papal conclave convening in Rome to pick Pope Francis's successor, Matt and Sam are joined by novelist Brandon Taylor to discuss the 2024 film Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Ross…

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The Life & Crimes of Roy Cohn (w/ In Bed with the Right) 53:17

10d ago53:17

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Recently Matt joined Moira Donegan and Adrian Daub of the excellent In Bed with the Right podcast to record what turned out to be two episodes about Roy Cohn—the "lawyer, closet case and ratfucker extraordinaire," as they describe him. These days Cohn is perhaps most infamous for being Donald Trump's lawyer and mentor, but this first episode focuse…

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The Meaning of Pope Francis 1:24:24

17d ago1:24:24

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The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025 marked not just the end of a papacy but the end of an era in global politics. The moment in which Francis spoke before Congress a decade ago and identified Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, and Martin Luther King as models of Christian moral witness feels like another universe — far from the cruel, cramped, s…

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The Madness of Trump’s Tariffs (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 4:50

27d ago4:50

4:50

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Speaking in the Rose Garden on April 2, or as he called it, "Liberation Day," President Trump unveiled his plans to impose a new minimum tariff on nearly every country in the world, along with country-specific "reciprocal" tariffs for those nations Trump deemed t…

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Carol Look - Author Of The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage Into Success 49:14

1M ago49:14

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If you’ve ever felt stuck in self-sabotage—whether through procrastination, perfectionism, or people-pleasing—this episode is for you. Dr. Tim sits down with Carol Look , the author of The Yes Code: Transforming Sabotage into Success, to explore why we unconsciously block our own progress and how we can finally break free. Carol shares her personal…

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UNLOCKED: How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) 1:49:58

1M ago1:49:58

1:49:58

In response to several requests from our (wonderful) Patreon subscribers, we're unlocking this episode from behind the paywall. Consider subscribing at Patreon.com/KnowYourEnemy to never miss an episode. March 2025 marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States, when the federal government declared the arrival and spr…

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How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) [TEASER] 4:55

1M ago4:55

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy This month marked five years since the formal start of the pandemic in the United States in March 2020, when the federal government declared the arrival and spread of the novel coronavirus to be a national emergency. The official Covid death toll in the United St…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part Two 2:01:16

2M ago2:01:16

2:01:16

If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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Marcia Bonato Warren, Author Of The New Book Movement And Identity: Multiculturalism, Somatic Awareness, And Embodied Code-Switching 1:00:09

1M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Embodied code-switching is more than just shifting languages—it's a deep, somatic experience of navigating cultural identities through movement, awareness, and presence. In this captivating episode, Timothy Hayes speaks with Marcia Bonato Warren, a trauma-informed body psychotherapist and the insightful author of Movement and Identity: Multicultura…

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Becoming Elon Musk, Part One 1:22:30

2M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

If there's ever been a Know Your Enemy subject worthy of two episodes, it is Elon Musk—currently the world's richest man, CEO and leader of several pathbreaking companies, ringleader of the Department of Government Efficiency, and (for now) Donald Trump's co-president. In other words, to understand what's happening in the United States during the s…

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Robert C. Smith, MD - Author of the New Book - Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? 41:49

2M ago41:49

41:49

What if I told you that 75% of all mental health care in the U.S. is handled by primary care doctors—most of whom were never trained to recognize or treat mental health conditions? In this eye-opening episode, we're joined by Dr. Robert C. Smith, University Distinguished Professor and author of Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?, to uncover the shocking t…

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"Exit From Within" (August 2022) 20:42

2M ago20:42

20:42

Here's something a little creepy. In a bonus episode from August 2022, Matt and Sam were discussing Sam's profile of Arizona Senate hopeful and Peter Thiel-protégé Blake Masters when we found ourselves imagining how a future union of MAGA nationalism and Silicon Valley libertarianism might try to run the government. A listener flagged it for us, no…

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How Bad Is It? [TEASER] 4:27

3M ago4:27

4:27

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Just over a month into Trump's second term, Matt and Sam offer their thoughts on where we're at—and, to be blunt, the assessment is fairly depressing. They take stock of the troubling truth that Pete Hegseth's confirmation reveals about Trump's hold over the Repu…

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Pay Attention! (w/ Chris Hayes) 1:01:37

3M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

We're all anxious, and none of us can pay attention. We don't read long books anymore; our kids don't read at all. When we watch TV, we scroll at the same time. And we absolutely cannot be alone with ourselves. These are the symptoms of a modern malaise that is everywhere diagnosed but rarely treated with the dire seriousness it deserves: an epocha…

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Beatrice Birch - Founder Of Inner Fire - A Proactive Healing Community 39:17

3M ago39:17

39:17

Addressing trauma, addiction, and depression does not always require medication. Sometimes, staying engaged through proactive healing methods is the best way to treat such circumstances. Joining Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D is Beatrice Birch, Founder, ED, and Director of the Therapeutic Program of the Inner Fire Proactive Healing Community in Vermont. S…

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MAGA x DOGE, So Far (w/ John Ganz) [TEASER] 2:11

3M ago2:11

2:11

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy The first three weeks of Donald Trump's second administration have seen a flurry of vicious executive orders aimed at the federal workforce, trans people, government agencies, and others—all while Elon Musk and his deranged band of young sociopaths, otherwise kno…

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Karleen Savage - TEDx Speaker - Hostage Negotiator And Seasoned Parent 34:02

3M ago34:02

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Conflict can be one of life’s most challenging puzzles, especially when emotions run high. Host Timothy J. Hayes welcomes Karleen Savage, a seasoned hostage negotiator, to delve into the tools and strategies used to diffuse tension, foster understanding, and transform conflicts into opportunities for resolution. Drawing from real-life experiences, …

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Ayn Rand Against the World (w/ Jennifer Burns) 2:00:31

3M ago2:00:31

2:00:31

An atheist, a radical for capitalism, a caricature of a greedy libertarian, a best-selling novelist, a difficult partner and passionate lover, and the self-proclaimed greatest philosopher since Aristotle: Ayn Rand was many things, and we talk about almost all of them in this epic episode. To do so, we called upon historian Jennifer Burns, whose int…

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How Republics End (w/ Mike Duncan) [TEASER] 2:36

3M ago2:36

2:36

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy A stock rhetorical trope on the right is to invoke ancient Rome when talking about American decline—often making direct comparisons between the Goth invaders and contemporary immigrants, obsessing over homosexuality and Rome's fall, and more. If their understandi…

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Dr. Ross Ellenhorn - Author Of How We Change: And Ten Reasons Why We Don't 40:46

3M ago40:46

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Understanding how we change begins with challenging the stigma around mental health and rethinking traditional approaches to recovery. Timothy J. Hayes hosts a conversation with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn, who shares his groundbreaking methods for helping individuals navigate psychiatric and substance use challenges within their communities. Dr. Ellenhorn,…

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The Entrepreneurial Ethic & How We Work Today (w/ Erik Baker) 1:36:26

4M ago1:36:26

1:36:26

This is a fascinating episode that takes up thinkers that the podcast has covered before—the Koch brothers, Austrian economists like Ludwig von Mises and Friedrich Hayek, and others—but from a different angle: that of the entrepreneurial work ethic. Historian Erik Baker's superb book on the topic, Make Your Own Job: How the Entrepreneurial Work Eth…

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UNLOCKED: Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport) 56:24

4M ago56:24

56:24

A bunch of you requested that we un-paywall this recent bonus episode, which features some highly practical insights for organizers, volunteers, and public servants. So we have! (All the other bonus episodes are good too; please subscribe.) — Right wing movements thrive by cultivating fears of disorder. Conservatives depict blue cities as sites of …

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Are Progressives to Blame for Urban Disorder? (w/ Hayes Davenport) [Teaser] 3:59

4M ago3:59

3:59

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Right wing movements thrive by cultivating fears of disorder. Conservatives depict blue cities as sites of rampant crime, chaos, and iniquity. And often enough, it is progressives — with their overdeveloped empathy and concern for the poor and criminalized — who …

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Silvia Subirana And The MyDry30 App 28:01

4M ago28:01

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Ever felt like your habits control you? The MyDry30 app offers a unique approach to changing your relationship with alcohol. Join Timothy J. Hayes as he interviews clinical psychologist Silvia Subirana, who shares her personal journey and insights into the mind-body connection. Discover how this innovative app combines hypnotherapy, journaling, and…

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Women vs. The System (w/ Dorothy Fortenberry) 1:07:32

5M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Back in October, before the 2024 election, we had on our friend—and brilliant screenwriter and playwright—Dorothy Fortenberry to talk about gender and the presidential campaign. Amid all the postmortems and Democratic soul searching, we wanted to have Dorothy back on to revisit some of those questions, starting with the difficulties women face in r…

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Shariann Tom Author Of The Call Of Cancer: A Loving Pathway To Wholeness, Healing, And Transformation 41:28

5M ago41:28

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Being diagnosed with cancer means dealing with all kinds of pain and undergoing a lot of life-draining treatments. But this illness should not diminish your very own power but instead unlock a stronger version of yourself. Timothy J. Hayes sits down with Shariann Tom, Founder and President of The Cancer Journey Institute and author of The Call of C…

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Trump 2.0 and the Courts (w/ the 5-4 podcast) 1:05:00

5M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

It's been a while since we've had our friends from the 5-4 podcast on KYE, and we thought there was no better time to do so than the weeks before Donald Trump is inaugurated, again, as president. As listeners might guess, we wanted to talk to them about what opportunities Trump might have during his second term to reshape the federal judiciary—and …

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The Power Of Civility: Transforming Workplace Culture With Sejal Thakkar 33:44

5M ago33:44

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Civility is the foundation for a truly inclusive and high-performing workplace. This episode features Sejal Thakkar, Chief Civility Officer at TrainXtra, who shares her passion for creating more positive and respectful work environments. Sejal discusses her journey from employment law attorney to workplace civility advocate, drawing on her personal…

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Matthew Cahill - If You Have A Brain You Have A Bias 40:21

5M ago40:21

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Cognitive bias influences every decision we make, even without us realizing it. In this enlightening conversation, Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D is joined by Matthew Cahill, founder of The Percipio Company, to uncover the hidden ways bias shapes workplaces and relationships. From exploring the five most common cognitive biases to discussing strategies fo…

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Reagan, the Movie (w/ Jesse Brenneman) [Teaser] 4:11

5M ago4:11

4:11

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy We wanted to offer something of a palette cleanser for our subscribers, so we decided to watch the recent movie, Reagan, with our intrepid producer, Jesse Brenneman. Even better, it's based on the 2006 book, The Crusader: Ronald Reagan and the Fall of Communism, …

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Organizing in Rural America (w/ Luke Mayville) 1:07:51

6M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

This is a conversation we've wanted to have for a while, and it seemed like there was no better time than now, as many people on the broad center-left are asking tough questions about Donald Trump's strength in rural America—according to one post-election analysis, he won 62 percent of rural voters. To unpack what's happening in these parts of the …

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Michael Caven, Author Of Spilling The Tea And Advocate For Male Victims Of Sexual Abuse And The Hope Of Recovery 1:15:06

6M ago1:15:06

1:15:06

In this episode, host Timothy J. Hayes sits down with Michael Caven, an inspiring individual who has lived a life full of unique adventures and challenges, including co-founding the first LGBTQ-themed restaurant in the United States and confronting a predator in his high school, a pivotal moment in his journey of overcoming sexual abuse. From the b…

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Trump the Dove? Or Trump the Neocon? (w/ Curt Mills) 1:03:10

6M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

The second Trump administration hasn't started, but it's already proving chaotic, disturbing, and downright bewildering. (Not unlike the first!) Trump's picks for key staff and cabinet positions display a discordant, if not altogether surprising, mix of ideologies, experience, and scandalous baggage. (Indeed, one of his picks, Matt Gaetz for Attorn…

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Dr. Mark Horowitz On How To Withdraw From Antidepressants And Other Psychiatric Drugs 49:32

6M ago49:32

49:32

In this powerful episode, Dr. Mark Horowitz sheds light on one of the most challenging and often misunderstood aspects of mental health treatment: the journey of withdrawing from antidepressants and other psychiatric drugs. Through candid conversation, Dr. Horowitz shares his personal struggle with withdrawal, the physical and emotional impacts he …

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What's Wrong with the Democrats? [TEASER] 3:25

6M ago3:25

3:25

Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy! In our first episode after the 2024 elections, we briefly considered what the results revealed about how Donald Trump won, and why Kamala Harris lost, before discussing what Trump's first picks for his White House staff and Cabinet meant for his second terms as …

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Michele Molitor - Author Of I Am Perfectly Flawsome: How Embracing Imperfection Makes Us Better 40:17

6M ago40:17

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Dr. Timothy J. Hayes chats with Michele Molitor, author of Perfectly Flawsome: How Embracing Imperfection Makes Us Better. Together, they discuss the importance of overcoming perfectionism and embracing every single flaw that makes us truly human. Michele shares all about her journey of turning challenges into opportunities for personal growth and …

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Trump's Triumph (w/ Ian Ward) 1:10:41

6M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

As the reality of Donald Trump's decisive victory sets in, we wanted to talk to Politico's Ian Ward, who's done some of the very best reporting on post-liberal intellectuals, JD Vance, and MAGA-world, in addition to spending time on the campaign trail this fall. After breaking down the results of the presidential election, we discuss Vance's role i…

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Tracy McCarthy, MD - Functional Medicine Trained Psychiatrist 41:37

6M ago41:37

41:37

Dr. Tracy McCarthy, a functional medicine-trained psychiatrist, explores a refreshing perspective on mental health. Dr. McCarthy dives into the functional medicine approach, focusing on root causes, inflammation, and holistic lifestyle changes rather than conventional medication-heavy solutions. Discover how nutrition, gut health, and lifestyle adj…

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UNLOCKED: Voting: What Is it Good For? (w/ Astra Taylor, Olúfẹ́mi Táíwò, & Malcolm Harris) 1:05:22

6M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

If you're on the left and you've spent time on the internet in the past few weeks, you've probably observe or participated in debates about the strategic value and moral status of voting in the 2024 election: Is it okay to vote for Kamala Harris even though her administration is complicit in a genocide? Is voting an exercise in signaling one's mora…

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Voting: What Is it Good For? (w/ Astra Taylor, Olúfẹ́mi Táíwò, & Malcolm Harris) [TEASER] 3:41

6M ago3:41

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy If you're on the left and you've spent time on the internet in the past few weeks, you've probably observe or participated in debates about the strategic value and moral status of voting in the 2024 election: Is it okay to vote for Kamala Harris even though her a…

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Sue Muncaster With Teton Strong On Living A Healthy Life In Toxic Times 43:46

7M ago43:46

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In this episode, join the conversation as we explore the journey to living a healthy life amidst the challenges of our modern world. Sue Muncaster shares personal insights and professional experiences on navigating stress, maintaining well-being, and embracing purpose in times of uncertainty. Discover how Sue’s work with conscious capitalism and co…

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The Infernal Triangle (w/ Rick Perlstein) 59:47

7M ago59:47

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The author of several excellent books about the history of American conservatism, including The Invisible Bridge, Nixonland, and Reaganland, Rick Perlstein makes his triumphant return to Know Your Enemy. Drawing on Rick's wealth of historical knowledge, as well as his American Prospect column — entitled "The Infernal Triangle" — we explore the fail…

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The Christian Right's "Wild Faith" (w/ Talia Lavin) [TEASER] 4:54

7M ago4:54

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy In this episode, Matt is joined by journalist Talia Lavin to discuss her new book, Wild Faith: How the Christian Right is Taking Over America, one of the most fascinating and unique books published on the Christian right during the Trump-era. Lavin takes her subj…

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How Fables Can Address Eating Disorders With Anita Johnston, Ph.D. 40:53

7M ago40:53

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Stories convey far more levels of depth and richness than simply discussing things at a logical or literal level. Anita Johnston, Ph.D. therefore uses folktales, myths, and fables to help people deal with various eating disorders. She joins Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D to present her book, “Eating in the Light of the Moon,” which explores the deeper and…

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Democratic Dilemmas after the New Deal Consensus (w/ Timothy Shenk) [TEASER] 2:41

7M ago2:41

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Historian Timothy Shenk joins us for a conversation about his new book, Left Adrift: What Happened to Liberal Politics, a timely look at political strategy on the liberal-left as the New Deal Consensus cracked up in the late 1960s and 1970s through Bill Clinton's…

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Lauren Morgan Trauma Recovery And Business Coach 35:27

7M ago35:27

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Today, Timothy engages in a profound conversation with Lauren Morgan, a visionary trauma recovery coach and founder of Wild Wisdom LLC. Together, they delve into the transformative journey of healing from trauma. Lauren candidly shares her deeply personal narrative, highlighting her triumph over limiting beliefs and self-sabotage. They explore how …

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Boys and Girls in America (w/ Dorothy Fortenberry) 1:23:18

7M ago1:23:18

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This conversation is a little different. We thought that exploring the life of, say, Russell Kirk might not be the best way to spend the weeks before such a consequential election, so this is the first of a few episodes that won't be about a text or a life, but about the 2024 elections—hopefully digging a little deeper than most, and with a special…

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Cathleen King - Doctor Of Physical Therapy, Nervous System Expert, Founder & CEO Of The Primal Trust™ Academy & Community 46:48

7M ago46:48

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Dr. Cathleen King is a leading nervous system expert and founder of Primal Trust Academy. Dr. King shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic illness and trauma, explaining how brain retraining and nervous system regulation transformed her life. Together, they explore practical techniques for self-regulation, emotional healing, and unlocking…

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More Mailbag, More Friends [Teaser] 4:52

8M ago4:52

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Listen to the rest of this premium episode by subscribing at patreon.com/knowyourenemy Matt and Sam continue the 100th episode extravaganza by answering more truly excellent listener questions and hear from more friends of the show. Topics include: leftwing politics and orthodox Christianity, how to maintain hope (especially on the socialist left),…

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Roger K. McFillin - Clinical Psychologist And Host Of The Radically Genuine Podcast 57:08

8M ago57:08

57:08

In this episode, clinical psychologist Roger K. McFillin, Psy.D., ABPP, shares his journey and passion for mental health, challenging the traditional psychiatric system. Host Tim Hayes engages Dr. McFillin in a conversation about the impact of psychiatric drugs, the evolution of mental health care, and the need for critical thinking in the field. D…

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