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In this solo episode of the Ern & Iso Podcast, Ern explores the long-running hip-hop debate around lyrics versus production. Using Nas and Jay-Z as a comparison point, the discussion focuses on how beat selection, producer relationships, and sonic direction influence replay value, cultural reach, and long-term perception.The episode examines why some highly lyrical artists are praised but not consistently replayed, how production helps music travel beyond core hip-hop audiences, and why fan loyalty can sometimes resist artistic evolution. Ern also discusses producer impact, listener behavior, and whether hip-hop fans are honest about how they consume music.This episode is for listeners interested in hip-hop culture, music criticism, production theory, and thoughtful debate about what really makes records last.4️⃣ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction03:45 Why this take sparked backlash08:12 Jay-Z vs Nas as a production discussion, not a rivalry13:40 Why beats shape replay value18:55 Producers Nas rarely collaborated with24:30 How production helps music travel29:10 Lyrics loved vs beats criticized34:20 Fan loyalty vs honest critique39:05 Do fans want evolution or confirmation?44:30 Final thoughts on beats, lyrics, and legacy
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Has an underrated way to improve health been right under our noses all along? James Nestor, journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Breath – The New Science of a Lost Art, was shocked when he discovered that the majority of the population breathes inadequately, reportedly exposing them to a higher risk of allergies, sleep problems, and more. His new book considers both ancient practices and ongoing research, while providing tangible solutions that could help improve your life today. Our talk is a blend of eye-opening science, fascinating stories, and specific steps you can take to breathe easier while living a good life. Please share it with a friend! RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow + Listen, + Review: APPLE PODCASTS Follow + Listen, + Review: SPOTIFY PODCASTS Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips GUEST INFORMATION "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor www.mrjamesnestor.com @mrjamesnestor on Instagram @MrJamesNestor on Twitter If you enjoyed today's show, please share it with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player! *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.
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Hi Nurse friend, What if you made this the year of REST. What if you looked at the new year as an opportunity to come out of survival mode. Nursing trains us to survive. Push through. Power on. Handle it. Keep going. And while survival may get you through a shift, it is not meant to be your way of life. God did not create you to live in constant urgency. He created you for peace. Survival mode keeps your nervous system on high alert. It tells your body that danger is everywhere. That slowing down isn't safe. That rest can wait. Rest is not a reward for finishing everything. Rest is an invitation. And choosing rest doesn't mean you stop caring. It means you stop abandoning yourself and actually care for you. So today's breath prayer is simple — and powerful. It's based on the verse.... “He makes me lie down in green pastures; He restores my soul.” — Psalm 23:2–3 Let's take one deep inhale… And a long, slow exhale. Inhale peace… Exhale tension. 3 min : Inhale: I choose rest. Exhale: Not survival. Press play on this episode and breathe with me. Shalom Shalom, Xx, Shan ……CONNECT…… Are you in burnout or just stressed?? Take the Free QUIZ
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
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Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Breathe, let go, and drift deeper into your bed as each exhale carries away tension and prepares you for peaceful sleep. Breathe with me
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Surrender into deep stillness as this meditation softens your inner noise, reconnects you with your breath, and guides you into the peaceful embrace of silence. Breathe with me
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We're living in a time where “protect your peace” has become a mantra, and cutting off family is often labeled as healing. But what if that story is incomplete?In this deeply honest solocast, I explore the rise of family estrangement, the viral “no contact” culture, and the uncomfortable questions we're not asking about loneliness, healing, and emotional resilience.I share my own lived experience with estrangement — including a period of no contact — and what I learned on the other side. This is not about shaming boundaries or glorifying toxic relationships. It's about nuance, courage, and truth.Because healing isn't always about walking away. Sometimes, it's about learning how to stay differently.What you'll get out of this episode… Why not all estrangement is healing — context mattersBoundaries don't have to mean disappearanceAvoidance and peace are not the same thingWhy healing often requires emotional stamina, not escapeHow relationships can be both triggering and transformativeWatch Oprah's episode on family estrangement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK7EJgILMIk This Episode is Sponsored by Chai TonicsGive the gift of ritual this holiday season with Chai Tonic Holiday Kits — nourishing Ayurvedic superfood chai blends made to bring calm, clarity, and slow-living energy into the new year. Use code CHRISTMAS for a free 52-card Intention Deck + free shipping at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics Breathe better with JASPRAs a mama healing from mold toxicity, air quality has become deeply personal for me. JASPR removes 97.1% of mold in just 1 hour. Use code BRAVE for $400 OFF: https://jaspr.co/brave Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: Https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANIf you loved this episode, check out…Ep. #194: Grief Expert Says Do NOT Protect Your Kid From Emotional Pain with Dr. Saliha Afridi (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #394: Do This Powerful Guided Manifestation Ritual to Start 2026 Right (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Ep. #392: You're Doing New Year's Planning Wrong—Here's What Actually Works (Apple | Spotify | YouTube)Follow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Quickly reconnect with your body and mind in this 5-minute meditation, grounding yourself, releasing distractions, and feeling stronger with every breath. Breathe with me
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Reconnect with yourself in this calming meditation, releasing racing thoughts and returning fully to the gentle rhythm of your body. Breathe with me
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Drift into restful sleep as you follow the soothing rhythm of your breath and the gentle flow of a quiet creek, letting tension melt away. Breathe with me
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Invite the Angels to surround you with guidance, healing, and peace as you rest, breathe deeply, and open your heart to their divine support. Breathe with me
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Psalm 23 is one of the most well-known chapters in the Bible. We hear these words read in so many settings. But in this beautiful poetry by the shepherd-turned-king David, he speaks of God the Father as his Shepherd and relates life to what he offers his own flock.Listen with your heart, and hear about the life that God offers you, just as he did David …The Lord is my Shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. (NLT)A significant part of finding balance in our spiritual lives is found in the first verse: “The Lord is my Shepherd. I have all that I need.” When we can arrive at the place where He is truly all that we need to sustain our lives when we find our dependence entirely on Him, then we can find rest, our strength can be renewed, we can learn what it means not to be afraid, we can believe that His goodness and mercy is alive in our lives.Focus on your breathing in and out, close your eyes, and listen intently to this version of Psalm 23God, my Shepherd! I don't need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, You find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty Shepherd's crook makes me feel secure. You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing. Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I'm back home in the house of God for the rest of my life. (MSG)The first version we read, the New Living, placed the text on what God will do for us in the future. The Message placed the text in the present, what He does for us. The reality is that both are true.What else do you need besides God? Could you use some time in a lush meadow? Beside a quiet pool? Time to catch your breath so you can head in the right direction. God is ready to meet your every need.Breathe deep … take in His truth today … then slowly exhale and let go of yesterday, the past. Move into the balance God offers you in this new day.Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, thank You for offering all I need. Forgive me when I focus on all I want, especially those things that are outside of Your will. Lead me, Lord. I want to be able to say that, in You, I don't need anything or anyone else. As above, so below.”
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In this transformative episode, Dr. Ron Stotts — renowned executive coach, three-time best-selling author, and transformational guide — shares how leaders, CEOs and high-achievers often hit a glass ceiling that strategy and effort alone can't break. Instead, Ron shows that the answers they're searching for have always lived inside them — waiting to be accessed through inner awareness, emotional healing, and deep self-inquiry. Driven by decades of coaching experience and a unique blend of psychology, meditation, and leadership training, Ron helps ambitious leaders discover authentic confidence, creative genius, and sustainable success by shedding outdated internal "masks" and tapping into their inner wisdom.
Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Reconnect with memories of kindness and generosity, allowing gratitude to deepen your peace and presence. Breathe with me
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Hey, it's Katie and I want to welcome you to this special bonus episode. It'll be here for you completely ad-free for the next week so you can get a feel of what it's like to be a PREMIUM member. If you'd like an easy ad-free experience for all of our podcasts - that's over 200 episodes each month, then JOIN PREMIUM today at https://WomensMeditationNetwork.com/premium Open your mind and heart to fresh possibilities with this meditation, inviting new ideas and creative inspiration for the year ahead. Breathe with me
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Whether you're stepping into 2026 feeling ready to rise… or just barely catching your breath, this is for you. In this episode, we're doing a soul-nourishing recap of the 6 most powerful conversations I had in 2025 about one thing: REINVENTION. You'll hear from women who burned the rulebook, released old identities, and reclaimed their worthiness — including powerful lessons from Vanessa Bennett, Amber Rae, Dr. Shefali, Marisa Peer, and some deeply personal moments from my own journey. If you've ever felt stuck inside a life you've outgrown, or are craving a fresh start but don't know where to begin, or decided that 2026 is the year you decide to become HER…Hit play. Let's get brave.What you'll get out of this episode… Reinvention starts when you stop shrinkingSelf-worth isn't something you earn—it's something you return toWhy you must learn to disappoint othersMoney reveals your deepest beliefs about what you deserveYou can't become your next best version until you release who you've beenDive Deeper Into These EpisodesEp #294: Braving New Beginnings: Why We Moved to Dubai & Embracing Change in 2025 with Dr. Neeta Bhushan (Apple | Spotify)Ep #358: Why “Good Mothers” Lose Themselves (And How to Reclaim You) with Vanessa Bennett (Apple | Spotify)Ep #363: What Falling Apart Taught Me About Being Loveable with Amber Rae (Apple | Spotify)Ep #321: The “Good Girl” Lie That's Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Free) with Dr. Shefali (Apple | Spotify)Ep #317: Rewire Your Brain to Be Rich: The Truth About Money, Mindset & Manifestation with Marisa Peer (Apple | Spotify)Ep #378: I Removed My Breast Implants After 10 Years—Here's Why (And What Happened Next) (Apple | Spotify)This Episode is Sponsored by Chai TonicsGive the gift of ritual this holiday season with Chai Tonic Holiday Kits — nourishing Ayurvedic superfood chai blends made to bring calm, clarity, and slow-living energy into the new year. Use code CHRISTMAS for a free 52-card Intention Deck + free shipping at https://bit.ly/trychaitonics Breathe better with JASPRAs a mama healing from mold toxicity, air quality has become deeply personal for me. JASPR removes 97.1% of mold in just 1 hour. Use code BRAVE for $400 OFF: https://jaspr.co/brave Support your body with REJŪVMy go-to science-backed red light therapy for faster recovery, reduced soreness, and deeper repair. Try it today with code BRAVETABLE: Https://werejuv.com/?ref=NEETABHUSHANFollow along for more tips, community, and resources to brave a better you!YOUTUBE / @TheBraveTableIG / @neetabhushan IG / @thebravetable TIKTOK / @neeta.bhushanWEB / https://neetabhushan.comTo receive a free gift, email a screenshot of your 5-star review of The Brave Table to support@globalgrit.co
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Perfectionism isn't the problem because it was protection. For many sensitive, creative people, perfectionism once kept things safe and it helped with belonging, regulation, and avoiding rejection. But over time, that same protection started to be a prison for creative expression. Ideas get stuck and the right time to make moves never arrives. This is often a nervous system story and rarely has anything to do with "standards". When the body doesn't feel safe to be seen or felt, creativity retreats. The truth is: moving forward doesn't come from forcing or fixing. It comes from learning how to create safety within the body, so expression can emerge naturally again. ▲ DAYDREAMER ARCHETYPE QUIZ: https://alwaysplay.org/dreamer ▲ DAYDREAMER PORTAL: https://alwaysplay.org/daydreamer ▲ Free Healing Arts Community: https://tinyurl.com/playground222 ▲ MYSTIC CODES MASTERMIND waitlist: https://www.alwaysplay.org/mystic ▲ Become a certified breathwork facilitator: https://www.flowbreathworktraining.com/ ▲ Read my Breathwork book, Breathe: www.alwaysplay.org/orderbreathe ▲ Connect on social: @shanila.sattar
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Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.
Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me.