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This week on the couch we find out about Rick's risky baking behavior in high school. Seriously though, we discuss things Julie enjoys baking, revisit coming of age movies from our teen years, share memories we wish we could forget AND provide words we hope people use to describe us (The Victory Couch is hosted by Rick and Julie Rando).Show notes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook,victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.comWant a new Victory Couch sticker for your water bottle, laptop, guitar case, etc.? Send us a message and we'll mail you one.SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visitinghttps://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen.What is your favorite thing to bake?Nestle Tollhouse Friends referencehttps://youtu.be/mc5UgP3JxB8?si=YUjlTVt3Zs5hjUyQRocky https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075148/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkThirteen The Musical CluelessFrom this list of coming of age movies from 1992-2000 which ones meant the most to you?School TiesThe SandlotDazed and ConfusedWhat's Eating Gilbert GrapeLittle GiantsCluelessNow & ThenScreamCan't Hardly WaitAmerican Pie10 Things I Hate About YouVarsity BluesAlmost FamousGirl InterruptedWhat's one memory that you wish you could forget?Which words do you hope people most use when they're describing you?Couch crumbs: spring ahead time change, soccer tournament loss, HVAC issues at the studioProp your feet up: seeing friends from “back home,” inclusive trophy toppersFacebook reviews welcome https://www.facebook.com/thevictorycouch/

Welcome to another wide-ranging "Random Show" episode that I recorded with my close friend Kevin Rose (digg.com)!This episode is brought to you by:Eight Sleep Pod Cover 5 sleeping solution for dynamic cooling and heating: EightSleep.com/TimAG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/TimCresset family office services for CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs: CressetCapital.com/TimTimestamps:[00:00:00] A meditative start.[00:02:19] Reflecting on our second Zen retreat in Santa Fe with Henry Shukman.[00:04:08] Ketone liver warnings and eggplant allergies: The perils of raiding Kevin's fridge.[00:08:06] “Just be still” — three simple words that miraculously shut down my OCD.[00:13:54] Is meditation secretly vagus nerve stimulation?[00:20:17] DIY vagus nerve stim for $25 vs. Kevin's $900 ear clip.[00:24:57] HeartMath and watching your HRV move in real time.[00:27:57] Marching toward 50: balance boards and the end of jiu-jitsu.[00:31:26] Tony Hawk snowboarding Hokkaido with screws in his hip.[00:33:01] Slacklining and why your nervous system needs sleep cycles.[00:35:19] Bertolotti's Syndrome: My six-year back pain gets a name.[00:37:09] The nerve block test: everything wrong, zero pain.[00:44:10] Abrahangs tendon protocol: 10 seconds on, 50 off.[00:46:24] The NUG: a pocket hangboard for travelers.[00:48:31] Craig Mod's Japanese toothbrush and Toaster's cameo.[00:50:45] Kevin's $92 vintage fire jacket: Blue Heritage Japan.[00:54:26] Podcast picks: The Power Broker and STEM Talk.[00:56:20] Alzheimer's: A plaque or mitochondrial problem?[00:57:30] 10 grams of ketones turns one-word answers into sentences.[00:58:40] Methylene blue on Amazon: 120 years of research, zero guardrails.[01:02:36] Bredesen Protocol, APOE genotyping, and a cognitive comeback.[01:05:32] Photobiomodulation: $30k laser to the forehead.[01:07:55] Urolithin A and the high price of mitochondrial upkeep.[01:14:56] Recipe for disaster pants: espresso + creatine + MCT oil.[01:17:39] Norwegian 4×4 training and lactate as a brain lever.[01:23:15] Blood flow restriction bands and schwantz ring koans.[01:29:08] Hummingbirds named Sunset and squirrel obstacle courses.[01:32:06] Parting thoughts.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Does money lead to happiness? What kind of stress causes depression? Why the FDA change their requirements for new drug approvals? And what happened between Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell that launched an enterprise of abuse?CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this EpisodePublished On: 03/16/2026Duration: 16 minutes, 49 secondsChris Aiken, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

In Episode 104 of the Thoughts From the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino sits down with TEDx speaker and lovescaping founder Irene Greaves for a grounded and practical conversation about where we first learn how to love, and how those early lessons shape our adult relationships.This episode explores the powerful question, “Where did you learn to love?” and unpacks how family of origin, culture, and early experiences quietly form our blueprint for connection. Justine and Irene discuss how love is often misunderstood as a feeling rather than a skill, and how mismatched definitions of love can create conflict in romantic relationships, friendships, and even workplace dynamics.Through clinical insight and real-life examples, Justine connects Irene's 15 pillars of lovescaping, including humility, empathy, communication, trust, and boundaries, to the patterns she sees in therapy every day. The conversation highlights how a lack of self-awareness, difficulty identifying needs, and struggles with boundaries often stem from early conditioning, not personal failure.Listeners will walk away with a fresh perspective on love as an intentional practice rather than a passive experience. The episode offers tangible tools for building self-respect, strengthening communication, leading with empathy, and creating healthier dynamics at home and at work.Connect with Irene Greaves:Instagram: @lovescaping Website: www.lovescaping.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lovescaping/ Promotion:Two Moons (use code Justine30): https://twomoonshealth.co/The guide every couple needs: https://www.eliweinsteinlcsw.com/book Learn more about Balanced Boss Coaching: https://www.justinecarino.com/the-balanced-bossTake the Balanced Boss Burnout Assessment: https://www.justinecarino.com/the-balanced-boss-burnout-assessment

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, March 13th, 2026: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "The Job Offer" | Ask The CLO | The Handcuffs Story | Would You Rather | Friday The 13th | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "No Spring Break" | Strawberry Letter - "My Ex Was On My Couch" Pt. 1-2 | Vacation On A Budget | Social Media Advice | Steve Harvey's Voicemail | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode, we sit down with trauma psychotherapist Dr. Janie Lacy to talk about a topic many women quietly struggle with—toxic relationships and love addiction. As therapists and women who've navigated our own relationship journeys, this conversation hits close to home as we unpack what truly defines a toxic relationship and why these dynamics can be so hard to recognize or leave.We also explore the roots of love addiction, trauma bonds, and attachment wounds—and why even strong, successful women can get stuck in painful relationship cycles. Dr. Lacy shares insights into the healing process and how women can rebuild self-worth, break unhealthy patterns, and move toward healthier relationships.Episode Highlights[0:00] – We welcome Dr. Janie Lacy and introduce today's conversation on toxic relationships, love addiction, and healing.[2:28] – Dr. Lacy explains what defines a toxic relationship—and why unhealthy behaviors often become normalized.[8:30] – We explore where the line is between normal relationship struggles and toxic patterns.[11:50] – A discussion on power imbalance and how attachment styles shape relationship dynamics.[15:04] – We discuss financial dependence, traditional roles, and whether economic imbalance creates unhealthy relationships.[21:21] – What love addiction is, why it's not in the DSM, and how obsessive thinking and fear of abandonment appear in relationships.[26:59] – Why we mistake intensity for intimacy—and how it keeps people stuck in painful cycles.[31:22] – The impact of gaslighting and how it makes people question their reality.[36:40] – Trauma bonds and why toxic relationships can feel chemically addictive.[37:22] – Dr. Lacy explains the difference between self-worth and self-esteem.[39:20] – Inside the Women Redeemed program and how group work and deep healing support recovery.Links & ResourcesDr. Janie Lacy WebsiteDr. Janie Lacy InstagramIf today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!   Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

A boyfriend/girlfriend go to court over his family 'heirloom' which is a couch that has seen much better days. Should they get rid of it or keep it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you comfortable talking about death with your clients? Not just around their grief and losses, but also about their own future deaths. Some clients will be open about their anxieties, while others unconsciously express their feelings through things seemingly entirely different-- like making big life decisions about romantic partners and whether or not to have children. We also discuss MAID, suic*de, and the prospect of death adding to the meaningfulness of life. Listen to learn about our own relationships with death. It might surprise you...We're taking the couch on the road! Join us between May 9th and May 24th, we'll be heading to 8 Canadian cities for a LIVE episode recording and a chance to connect with other therapists in your area. Space is limited, so snag your ticket before it's too late! For more information, visit us on Instagram @edgeofthecouchpod. We hope to see you there! Join us on Patreon for bonus content at www.patreon.com/edgeofthecouch or share your thoughts and questions via DM on Instagram, email at connect@edgeofthecouch.com, or voice note at speakpipe.com/edgeofthecouch.We have partnered with Janeapp, an all-in-one practice management software. You can learn more at Jane.app/mentalhealth. Or, if you are ready to get started, mention Edge of the Couch in the note during sign up.Alison McClearywww.woodstovewellness.caJordan Pickellwww.jordanpickellcounselling.ca@jordanpickellcounselling on InstagramEdge of the Couchwww.edgeofthecouch.com@edgeofthecouchpod on Instagram

*Skip the Foreplay at around 13:00 (this is due to ad placement by AI and not human beings) In October 1991, in a quiet suburban neighborhood in St. Charles Missouri, an unassuming home became the scene if a chilling execution. 36-year-old Alfred "Freddie" Suter was found slumped on his couch, shot in the back of the head while watching television. at first glance it looked like a tragic home invasion, but the crime scene told a different story. there were no signs of a struggle, nothing was stolen, and a suspiciously broken window that investigators believed had been staged. So, who killed Alfred? It wasn't his wife! Listen and find out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Judson revels in a moment of gratitude after reuniting with a sweater left behind at the studio. Brian reports on a frustrating afternoon on the apps and wonders if his dick pics are misleading. A unique Hookup of the Week tells its tale through text messages. The two are then joined by hosts of “The Big C*nty Couch” podcast, Mike Fails and drag queen Gina Spears! Mike and Gina reveal the bold choice that first solidified their now fifteen-year friendship before either was out of the closet, the secret sauce that has kept them so close for so long, how they each define their sexuality and what made them decide to create a podcast together.  Each also shares personal stories including the origins of the Gina Spears persona, the challenges of the past year since Mike's husband survived a nightmarish accident, and so much more. Together, the four respond to a Go Ask Your Dad question from a listener who wants to know how to handle hooking up with someone he likes, but whose home is a complete mess. Watch The Big C*nty Couch on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@tbccpod Find The Big C*nty Couch on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tbccpod/ Find Mike Fails on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/michaelfails/ Find Gina Spears on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/balangelo/ Email your Hookup of the Week, Go Ask Your Dad and Dr. Daddy submissions to dadsanddaddies@gmail.com Dads and Daddies on the Web: https://www.dadsanddaddies.com/ Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social Your hosts, Dad Brian Rubin-Sowers - https://www.instagram.com/ditmasparkpapa and Daddy Judson Morrow - https://www.instagram.com/gunclejudson Edited by Toby Rubin-Sowers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jack is joined by the CouchGM Connor Webb! They preview the 2026 Seattle Mariners team, talking offseason moves, young studs, bold predictions and more!

The game of golf has long been unique for a variety of reasons, and one of those reasons is how up until 2017 the game could be policed by viewers. Yes, the viewers of the telecast. With that rule changed, social media has given a lot of people a reason to be another couch rules official. That's the topic, as well as the latest news in the game of golf, on the Fairways & Dreams podcast with Jeff Hartman. This podcast is a part of the Golfer Gang Network of podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Narcissism, antisocial, pedophilia… We examine the diagnoses people invoke to explain Jeffrey Epstein and determine if any fit. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this EpisodePublished On: 03/09/2026Duration: 15 minutes, 29 secondsChris Aiken, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

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Send a textIn this episode of Views on the News from the Couch, I take apart the fantasy that we can fix America's $35‑trillion‑plus debt and multi‑trillion‑dollar deficits just by “taxing the rich.” We run a thought experiment: what if we confiscated all billionaire wealth, then everything from people worth over $100 million, then over $10 million? Even after blowing up the entire top of the wealth pyramid, the debt isn't gone—and the economy that generates future tax revenue is wrecked.Then we look at Sweden, a country that actually does big government honestly. Swedes pay high taxes at almost every income level, not just at the very top, and they accept that broad burden in exchange for broad benefits. Americans, by contrast, want Swedish‑style social benefits with U.S.‑style taxes on everyone except “the rich.”Finally, we talk about waste, fraud, and abuse—why it's not a magic fix, but why both big‑government and small‑government folks should be serious about rooting it out if we care about what we're handing to the next generation. If you want an adult conversation about taxes, spending, and reality, this one's for you.

Pippa Hudson speaks to Rentia Retief, one of a team of six amputees, who will taking on the gruelling 707km Absa Cape Epic route. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read transcriptIf you've ever dreamed of piloting a transforming jet while sorting through a love triangle and dodging alien laser fire, then without knowing it you've been living in the Robotech: The Macross Saga timeline. Chris dusts off his Game Boy Advance for this one, only to find that the same intergalactic mess has crash-landed again, this time in crisp Switch resolution. Because nothing says “future of gaming” like revisiting a handheld title from an era when batteries were a personality trait. Helping navigate this space-time crossover is DC Dave from The Monitor Tapes, swooping in with the kind of insight only a seasoned comic podcaster can offer. Together, they dissect what happens when '80s anime melodrama meets early 2000s portable gaming. And spoiler alert: there are missiles, misunderstood heroes, and at least one existential crisis per level. And yes, they both have Opinions™ about which version of Rick Hunter handles better. So grab your nearest mecha (or whatever piece of furniture doubles as one), set your thrusters to “nostalgia,” and dive into a world where pixelated warfare meets the stirring strains of synth-pop destiny. Whether you're a die-hard Robotech purist, a Switch newcomer, or just here for DC Dave's hot takes, this episode's got something for every flavor of space soap enthusiast. Learn such things as: What does it takes to make a side-scrolling shooter feel like an interstellar soap opera? How did licensing rights in the '80s created a cosmic headache that still echoes today? When you have giant fighting robots, do you really need to add all of the war allegory? And so much more! You can find DC Dave on BlueSky @dcdavepodcast, and of course under his podcast The Monitor Tapes on BlueSky @themonitortapes. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you're interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicspodcast on Threads, @playcomics on YouTube, or the Play Comics website. If you want to hear Chris talk with Karrington Martin about the lessons we learned from children's media and how crazy it is that we're supposed to just forget about that now that we're adults, then Sugar, Spite, and Everything is Fine is probably something you should check out. A big thanks to Is It Jaws? and Capes on the Couch for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who refuses to acknowledge the passage of time and how what it means to any of us on a metaphysical level. Support Play Comics by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/playcomics Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-89f00a for 40% off for 4 months, and support Play Comics.

Wer sagt denn, dass es bei Off Topic nur um die großen Themen gehen muss? Heute starten wir mit Haushalts-News aus San Francisco und Höhr-Grenzhausen. So saugt Jürgen seine Böden jetzt nass, während Roland noch immer auf seine Weihnachtspost wartet. Dazu passend studiert Jürgen unter anderem „Die Verkrempelung der Welt“ von Gabriel Yoran. Bei Roland heißt es passenderweise „Out of Alcatraz“. Dazu kommt Neues in Schrift und bewegten Bildern von den Drei Fragezeichen nebst Biographien von Mechner und Meier – sowie „The Human Target“ aus dem DC-Universum, das Superhelden und 007-Agentenstories mixt, Farbschnitt inklusive. Solche Mixturen müssen nicht immer gelingen, wie entsprechende Werke über die Beatles und die Welt der Videospiele zeigen. Fast schon einer dieser legendären Deep Dives! Videospiele? Na klar: „Astro Bot“, „The Witcher 3“, „Jagd auf Roter Oktober“ sind es bei Jürgen und seiner Tochter, Roland hat Edward Kenways Kostüme in „The Division 2“ nebst Season-Reise im Sack. Themenverwandt fragen wir: Wo bleibt das nächste „Splinter Cell“? Was kann „Kena: Scars of Kosmora“? Und was gibt es Neues von „007 First Light“? An „Star Trek: Starfleet Academy“ haben sich noch nicht alle Hosts gewagt, dafür kaufte Jürgen eine Couch und hörte bei dem Besuch von Karnevalsumzügen deutsche Negermusik. Unglaublich, aber wahr: Selbst der Enkel von Ernst Neger ist heute mit den Humbas in Sachen Frohsinn unterwegs. Sportlich interessierte Zuhörer mögen sich noch fragen: Was machen die Winterspiele in Italien mit uns? Wir haben die Antwort – auch darauf, ob „Stirb Langsam“ wirklich ein Weihnachtsfilm ist. (Aufgenommen am 14. Februar 2025)

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Send a textMy goal is to explore subjects that interest me – and might interest you – with some occasional humor and less partisan spin.  I call myself a conservative at about the 40‑yard line for Republicans but even that gets confusing given how far crazies and the media have moved the goalposts.  My aim is simple: call out the crazy on all sides and pull the conversation back toward a sane middle.  AND encourage people to read the actual source material instead of just repeating headlines or relying on the media to tell us what we need to know.If that sounds like your lane, give Views on the News from the Couch a try – and if you like it, share it. Be safe, and wear sunscreen.

The Countess of the Couch. Morons in the News. The Legendary Lou Holtz.   The People’s Movie Critic: “Scream 7” Talkback Callers. Everyone Needs a Laugh.   Talkback Callers. Can You Believe This? Former American Idol Contestant Arrested for Murder.   The Zippy Zodiac. From the Vault.

We answered your questions — on Michigan State basketball's win and escape against Rutgers and Tom Izzo's role in it, the looming matchup against Michigan, Jeremy Fears Jr. vs. Yaxel Lendeborg for Big Ten player of the Year, MSU's NCAA tournament seed and the Spartans' roster next season, on MSU hockey and women's basketball, the Pistons, Lions and Red Wings, what The Rube would say at Couch's funeral and more.

Send a textSometimes you just have to catch up with the people you love.  This episode is one of those times.  No major topic, just a great time and a lot of laughs.   @tugayspodtugayspod@yahoo.com#lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqia+ #sandiego #gaysandiego #gaycommedy Gay San Diego comedy LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQIA+@tugayspod tugayspod@yahoo.com#lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqia+ #sandiego #gaysandiego #gaycommedyGay San Diego comedy LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQIA+Producers: Nick Stone & Andy Smith

We answered your questions — on Michigan State basketball's win and escape against Rutgers and Tom Izzo's role in it, the looming matchup against Michigan, Jeremy Fears Jr. vs. Yaxel Lendeborg for Big Ten player of the Year, MSU's NCAA tournament seed and the Spartans' roster next season, on MSU hockey and women's basketball, the Pistons, Lions and Red Wings, what The Rube would say at Couch's funeral and more.

Saskia Falken, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to singer and actor Jonathan Roxmouth who’s back at the Theatre on the Bay with his show Key Change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Danielle has advice for Kendra and her couch being delivered in boxes!

Kendra's couch arrives yesterday, but it came in big boxes. 'Someone' didn't check the "Do you want it assembled' box.

Demolish Your Comfort Zones This week on A New Direction, Coach Jay Izso welcomes elite performer and Fortune 500 coach Art Turock to discuss his transformative book, Demolish Your Comfort Zones. We aren’t just talking about “stepping outside” of where you feel safe; we are talking about a total demolition. Art argues that conventional self-improvement tools like basic goal setting and time management are often “watered down” to fit within our existing comfort zones, making them effective for modest gains but useless for bold breakthroughs. If you feel like you've been “trying hard” but staying stuck, it's likely because you've unknowingly prioritized short-term comfort over long-term results. Art will reveal how comfort zones act as a ceiling on your potential, killing more dreams than failure ever could. During the show, we will dive into the “Colossal Deception”—the internal rationalizations we use to avoid the discomfort necessary for growth. By shifting from mere “interest” to “no matter what” commitment, you can begin to dismantle the barriers that keep you from your absolute best effort. This conversation is designed to disturb your current mindset and replace it with extreme accountability, ensuring your comfort zones no longer dictate the boundaries of your success. To truly crush your hidden limitations, you must be willing to pay the “price of freedom,” which is temporary discomfort. Art’s approach is born from over 1,200 self-experiments and his own journey as a championship sprinter who began at age 55. We will explore how to identify the “Guy/Gal on the Couch”—that voice in your head advocating for “reasonableness”—and how to use tools like the Freedom Log to rehearse the mindset shifts needed to stay ahead of your comfort zones every single day. Whether you are a business leader, an athlete, or someone looking to reignite a personal passion, this episode will provide the 90-day blueprint you need to stop negotiating with bad habits. Join Coach Jay and Art Turock as they teach you how to live a life where your comfort zones simply cannot survive. It's time to stop dreaming and start achieving by learning to embrace the very situations you've been trained to avoid. And for all my A New Direction listeners here is your link to a FREE complimentary coaching call with Art. Coaching – Art Turock Art Turock’s book, “Demolish Your Comfort Zones: 6 Unconventional Practices to Crush Your Hidden Limitations” is a book that is not for the faint of heart.  Let’s be honest with each other, change is difficult.  To change ourselves is even more demanding.  It requires not just a change in behavior, but a change in mindset. So often we think and act in a “victim” mindset.  We don’t even realize the words that we use on a daily basis actually have us thinking that we have no control over our life, change, or being better.  We don’t’ even know that we have stopped ourselves before we have even tried. But what is even more daunting for many of us is the idea of what it will take to make change. And that’s the point of Demolish Your Comfort Zones.  It is going to take work.  It is going to take time.  It is going to take consistency.  It is going to take practice, and ultimately it is going to take discipline.  But if we will do the work we experience freedom! What you and I do not realize is that we have set up our own prisons, from a combination of nature and nurture. We have allowed ourselves to simply go with the status quo.  Say it is good enough.  And for most of us we never pursue, or worse yet have given up on our dreams. Demolish Your Comfort Zones, challenges our notions of success, improvement, and high performance.  The 6 Keys that Art Turock lays out, if we will do them, will change any doubts and fears we have about success. This is a book filled with practical wise guidance.  It is a book that will be a life changer for those who have the courage to take it on.  The book is fantastic!  Isn’t it time you should live your best free life?  Then this book is for you! Get your copy by clicking “Demolish Your Comfort Zones“. Please say thank you to the sponsors of A New Direction: DLinda Craft Team, Realtors, for more than 40 years they have been helping people with their home buying and selling needs around the world. Their customers call them the “Legends of Customer Service”…why? Because Linda Craft and her team believe that the relationship is the most important part of the home buying and selling process. Because after all your home is about your memories not the bricks and mortar.  Learn more by going to www.LindaCraft.com Here is the truth: You tune into A New Direction because you want to grow. But consuming content and executing strategy are two different things. If you are leading a company between $5M and $50M and you feel like you are hitting a ceiling, the problem isn't a lack of information. It's likely a “human” bottleneck. I am Coach Jay, a Behavioral Strategist who specializes in fixing the friction that kills profit. I don't just look at your P&L; I look at the psychology of the people driving it. I recently helped a stalled mid-market firm save $3 Million and secure new capital—not by firing people, but by realigning their behavior. Stop guessing. Let's find the millions trapped in your org chart. Reach out for a discreet conversation: 919-369-2121 or visit TheCoachJay.com.

We start off reliving alt-rock-pop bands of the 90s accidentally. Remember Cake? If not, click below. Moving on, we discuss our fantasy rooms to add onto our home, share movies we love because of our parents, and what makes us feel truly connected to where we are from.We also shine a light on the silly traditions from Rick's side of the family, and really let you all in on a family moment....the legend of the squirrel. Listen in...it'll all make sense... (The Victory Couch is hosted by Rick and Julie Rando).Show notes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook,victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.comWant a new Victory Couch sticker for your water bottle, laptop, guitar case, etc.? Send us a message and we'll mail you one.SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visitinghttps://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen.Steal My Sunshine by Len https://youtu.be/E1fzJ_AYajASmash Mouth https://www.smashmouth.com/Cake https://www.cakemusic.com/musicWhat's one room you'd like to add onto your house?The Holderness Family Which experiences that you've had in your life make you feel truly tied to being where you're from?Calvert Marine Museum https://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/Flag Ponds https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/flagpondsFolger Shakespeare Theatre https://www.folger.edu/whats-on/events/theater/Calvert Cliffs State Parkhttps://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/southern/calvertcliffs.aspxWhat's one movie that you like because your parents like it or liked it first?Mrs. Doubtfire https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107614/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkShirley Temple movies (Bright Eyes)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0024914/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkThe Andy Griffith Showhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053479/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkDavehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106673/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkThe Great Escape https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0057115/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkThe American Presidenthttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112346/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkLonesome Dove https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0096639/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkWhere did the goofy/silly vibes of your family come from?Couch crumb: Jury Duty, drove through a blizzardProp your feet up: Medieval Times, Shrek Jr. at the middle school

Episode 184 February 26, 2025 On the Needles 5:57 ALL KNITTING LINKS GO TO RAVELRY UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.  Please visit our Instagram page @craftcookreadrepeat for non-Rav photos and info     Knit a sweater!! Aldous by Isabell Kraemer   On the Easel 12:36 Olympic sketchbooking–36 paintings & sketches!! Favorites include: Stanley Tucci sketch, scenes from Milan and Cortina, LOTS of ski mo figures, speed skating, immortalized the curling stone… On the Table 19:33 Tofu Cacciatore   Dinner Plan pasta e fagioli   Olympic chocolate bark   Italian! Maggiano”s Little Italy Ordered Cascatelli Pasta by Sporkful - Waterfall Pasta - Sfoglini for all the kids Bolognese from the freezer On the Nightstand 29:42 We are now a Bookshop.org affiliate!  You can visit our shop to find books we've talked about or click on the links below.  The books are supplied by local independent bookstores and a percentage goes to us at no cost to you!   From the Couch: watch Miracle   The Favorites by Layne Fargo Heated rivalry by Rachel Reid The Last Supper by Rachel Cusk   A Slowly Dying Cause by Elizabeth George

 Is the "real estate guru" dream of quitting your job in a year actually realistic? In this episode, host Jacqueline Landry sits down with Melissa Nash to pull back the curtain on the "misleading" world of high-ticket real estate seminars and the heartbreak of spending down-payment money on education instead of assets. They dive deep into the concept of "Lazy Investing"—a strategy specifically designed for busy W-2 professionals who want to build wealth without flying across the country to renovate properties. Whether you are considering an active or passive approach, this conversation will help you define your financial freedom number and build the right structure for long-term wealth. In this episode, you'll learn:The W-2 Advantage: Why keeping your day job is often the secret weapon for bank relationships and lending. The $125k Lesson: Jacqueline's honest reflection on spending six figures on real estate education in her first year. Active vs. Passive: How to determine which investment style fits your current lifestyle and time constraints. Market Diversification: Moving beyond your local market to find deals that actually make sense. 

Pippa Hudson speaks to Nicky Schmidt, the chairperson of Parkscape, about the planned events to mark the 10th anniversary of the death of teenager of Franziska Blöchliger in Tokai Forest. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little Tyke indeed! This week, Johnny and Tyler are covering the legend of the Boggart. Plus: the stark comedic reality of hoverboarding, it's RuSical time over at Drag Race, and a monkey named Punch who is the new official king of our hearts. Join the Secret Society That Doesn't Suck for exclusive weekly mini episodes, livestreams, and a whole lot more! patreon.com/thatsspooky Check out our new and improved apparel store with tons of new designs! thatsspooky.com/store Check out our website for show notes, photos, and more at thatsspooky.com Follow us on Instagram for photos from today's episode and all the memes @thatsspookypod We're on Twitter! Follow us at @thatsspookypod Don't forget to send your spooky stories to thatsspookypod@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode, we dive into a conversation that feels deeply personal—especially if you're in a season of striving, questioning, or quietly wondering, Is this it? Inspired by Colette's recent reading of A Million Miles in a Thousand Years, we reflect on success, purpose, and why even the seasons that look “good” from the outside can feel surprisingly disorienting and exhausting.We lean into the uncomfortable middle—the stretch where you've worked hard for something but still feel unsure of what's next. We talk about the younger parts of ourselves that flare up when plans don't unfold as expected, the urge to pull back when it all feels like too much, and the realization that joy may not come from avoiding struggle—but from staying in it long enough to be changed. Episode Highlights: [0:03] – We're back on the mic and jumping straight into existential midlife questions.[1:01] – Colette shares how reading A Million Miles in a Thousand Years sparked a deeper reflection on what makes a life “well lived.”[5:13] – The power of story: Are we meant to attain something—or be transformed by the search?[8:59] – Familiarity as the greatest seducer: Why we stay stuck even in “comfortable” unhappiness.[10:56] – Laura opens up about meeting a young, entitled part of herself when life doesn't go according to plan.[15:02] – Coaching yourself through emotional overwhelm: movement, naming feelings, and creating space.[18:30] – The fear of making the wrong choice—and why meaning matters more than accolades.[24:40] – Forcing yourself into growth: committing before you feel ready (TEDx talks, book deals, Machu Picchu).[27:13] – The marathon as metaphor: Laura's renewed commitment to the New York City Marathon and doing hard things differently.[31:35] – Why suffering may actually be the pathway to joy.[33:49] – When you want to quit everything: the difference between discernment and hiding.[35:30] – Our closing thesis: Happiness isn't eliminating obstacles—it's being willing to stay in the game.If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Feeling flat, unmotivated, or stuck in your head?  We walk through a simple, science-backed way to get moving again:  3 precise questions that flip inertia into momentum, replace vague drama with evidence, and turn discipline into something you can do on cue. Starting with Newton's first law, we connect the physics of motion to the psychology of habits, showing why starting feels hard and why it gets easier once you cross the first minute. No pep talks, no clichés—just clear prompts that work on Mondays, during setbacks, and when doubt is loud.  Along the way, we share a client story, practical micro-steps, and ways to keep these prompts visible so they interrupt hesitation in real time. You'll learn how the brain conserves energy with easy narratives, how to counter with better questions, and how two focused minutes can flip your state and protect your identity as a person of action. If you're ready to spend less time arguing with yourself and more time taking steps that compound, this toolkit is for you.  If this episode helped you move, share it with a friend who needs a gentle push forward, subscribe for more mental models and tools, and leave a review to help others find the show. Which question will you use first?  Text Me Your Thoughts and IdeasSupport the showBrought to you by Angela Shurina Behavior-First, Executive, Leadership and Optimal Performance Coach 360, Change Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant

Inspired by the new research article critiquing and perhaps 'debunking' polyvagal theory, we are sitting with the tension between adjusting to emerging neuroscience findings while also offering clients frameworks that genuinely help them make sense of their experiences and feelings. We talk about brain scans and bold claims that researchers sometimes make, what sounds science-y versus what actually shows up in people's psychology and physiology in session. We must translate these complex concepts to clients responsibly. At what point are we oversimplifying? Or just plain wrong? Although neither of us references the vagus nerve specifically in our therapy work, we are a little thrown. Along with the claims the author Lisa Feldman Barrett makes in her recent book, How Emotions Are Made, we wonder what other concepts we hold dear might be next on the neuroscientific chopping block. So, when you find yourself in the place where story meets science, what do you fall back on?We're taking the couch on the road! Join us between May 9th and May 24th, we'll be heading to 8 Canadian cities for a LIVE episode recording and a chance to connect with other therapists in your area. Space is limited, so snag your ticket before it's too late! For more information, visit us on Instagram @edgeofthecouchpod. We hope to see you there! Join us on Patreon for bonus content at www.patreon.com/edgeofthecouch or share your thoughts and questions via DM on Instagram, email at connect@edgeofthecouch.com, or voice note at speakpipe.com/edgeofthecouch.We have partnered with Janeapp, an all-in-one practice management software. You can learn more at Jane.app/mentalhealth. Or, if you are ready to get started, mention Edge of the Couch in the note during sign up.Alison McClearywww.woodstovewellness.caJordan Pickellwww.jordanpickellcounselling.ca@jordanpickellcounselling on InstagramEdge of the Couchwww.edgeofthecouch.com@edgeofthecouchpod on Instagram

My Wife Told Me To Sleep on the Couch While Her Sister Said Her Bed Had RoomBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2026-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

In Episode 103 of the Thoughts from the Couch podcast, host Justine Carino shares a powerful solo conversation on the concept of emotional inheritance and how it quietly fuels anxiety and burnout in high-achieving women.This episode explores why success doesn't automatically create a sense of calm and why so many driven, capable women still feel on edge despite building thriving careers and families. Justine explains how the beliefs absorbed in childhood about achievement, safety, money, rest, and worth shape the nervous system and continue to influence leadership, relationships, and decision-making in adulthood.Through personal stories and client examples, she breaks down how inherited patterns such as perfectionism, over-responsibility, and scarcity thinking show up in modern work life. Listeners are introduced to a three-phase framework for healing: identifying the family blueprint, regulating the nervous system in real-time, and intentionally creating a new definition of success that feels sustainable.If you're successful on the outside but constantly holding everything together on the inside, The Balanced Boss is private coaching designed to help things feel calmer, steadier, and more sustainable without giving up your ambition.Learn more here: https://www.justinecarino.com/the-balanced-bossExplore additional podcast resources here:https://www.divinelifestyles.com/resources#podcast

How bad can a foot fetish get? Pretty bad, apparently...The Tibetan Freedom Movement, haute couture boots, Green Card marriages, and extreme foot fetishism all collide in this classic grab-bag installment of SVU. A couch ends up being at the center of the action in this episode, which we'll all assume got the sitting Vice President of the United States all hot and bothered. We also have a stealthy very bad mom in the mix, which makes us question everything about small business owners.Sources:Criminal Responsibility of the Frontal Lobe Syndrome - NIH.govMusic:Divorcio Suave - “Munchy Business”Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Erin M, Melissa H, Olivia, Holly F, Karina H, Zak B, Karyn R, Summer S, and Matt - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh discussing Jackie Brown, The Love Witch, and The Long Goodbye with the fine folks at Movie Night Extravaganza, debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast, and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comYou can also call in and leave a voicemail at (507) 479-6440 and have your message played on the show.Next New Episode: Season 10, Episode 4 "Lunacy"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.

With our teen learning to drive, it reminds us of our own experiences. Today we reminisce about what it was like when we first learned how to drive, and share what we most remember. We also share the ways we pamper ourselves and discover a new favorite word, mollycoddle. For those who love stories from the cheese-ball chronicles (aka children's church), we share a few memories from this teaching cycle, as well as our personal favorite bible verses and what they mean tous (The Victory Couch is hosted by Rick and Julie Rando).Show notes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook,victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.comWant a new Victory Couch sticker for your water bottle, laptop, guitar case, etc.? Send us a message and we'll mail you one.SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visitinghttps://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen.Central Perk What's your favorite way to pamper yourself?What do you remember most about learning how to drive?What's been your favorite part about this particular cycle of children's church?Douglass Talks https://www.youtube.com/douglastalksWhat is your favorite bible verse and how does it speak to you?Couch crumb: possible identify theft, mispronouncing last name of a clientrepeatedlyProp your feet up: basketball game with son, snow melting and tennis with our son

This week the boys answer the questions you never knew you needed the answers to!

This week on Insights from the Couch, we sit down with the fierce and unapologetic Valerie Jones to talk about her powerful book, The Selfish Year. And yes—we mean selfish in the most revolutionary way possible. Together, we unpack what it really means to stop abandoning yourself, to take radical responsibility for your life, and to choose your freedom—even when it disappoints other people.We dive into divorce, people-pleasing, inner child work, emotional abuse, and what Valerie calls “First Girl” and “Hurt Girl.” This conversation is about midlife awakening, reclaiming your voice, and learning how to sit in the fire of discomfort without losing yourself. If you've ever felt stuck, resentful, lost, or like you're living someone else's version of your life… this episode will hit home. Press play. This is the work. Episode Highlights:[00:00] – Welcome back! We introduce Valerie and why The Selfish Year moved us so deeply.[02:45] – Redefining “selfish”: why selflessness has been conditioning women to self-abandon—and what it means to be “full of self.”[05:22] – Laura shares her own rescuer pattern and what it took to hit the wall.[08:42] – Valerie opens up about childhood sexual abuse, people-pleasing, and her first marriage marked by bipolar disorder and addiction.[13:12] – Divorce as transformation—not failure—and why we should be applauding women who walk through it.[16:11] – “First Girl” and “Hurt Girl”: how we exile our authentic self to survive—and how to bring her back.[21:05] – Sitting still with yourself: why there is no shortcut to healing and why everything is data.[25:56] – The “villain era”: disappointing others, standing in the fire of disapproval, and building resilience.[33:35] – Playing the game of your life instead of sitting on the sidelines.[38:42] – Radical responsibility: moving from victimhood to sovereignty and reclaiming your power of choice.[44:00] – The woman dancing in the surf: the moment that symbolizes the freedom we're all craving.[48:17] – How to connect with Valerie and get your copy of The Selfish Year.  If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more! Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

Welcome to Episode 254! We are so excited to welcome Tiya Miles to the podcast to discuss her most recent book, NIGHT FLYER: Harriet Tubman and the Faith Dreams of a Free People. Don't miss our conversation, which immediately follows our regular segments. [Should we put in a time stamp?] Chris has finished FRANKENSTEIN by Mary Shelley, and Emily is #currentlyreading the novel, so we talk about it, but not too much, since we will discuss it in depth on Episode 255 after our March 1st Zoom conversation with listeners. We still have some spots available–if you'd like to join in, send us an email (hello@bookcougars.com). Other books we are currently reading include IN THE SHADOW OF YOUNG GIRLS IN FLOWER: In Search of Lost Time, Volume 2 by Marcel Proust, THE RESERVATION by Rebecca Kauffman, and RUSS & DAUGHTERS: 100 Years of Appetizing by Niki Russ Federman and Josh Russ Tupper. Our BiblioAdventures have primarily been of the Couch variety: Chris watched a Jane Austen-inspired romance called SENSE, SENSIBILITY, & SNOWMEN, and Emily watched the second event in the Aspen Winter Words series featuring Mitzi Rapkin in conversation with Lily King about her new novel, HEART THE LOVER. We did run into a delightful Little Free Library after a delicious dinner at Fair Haven Oyster Co. along the banks of the Quinnipiac River, and we sing the praises of a #LFL we both often visit in Stony Creek, CT. NEW BOOKSTORE ALERT! If you're in Chicago, Partners in Crime Bookshop just celebrated their grand opening. Let us know about it if you check it out, or tag us (#bookcougars) if you post photos of your visit. Okay, we'll stop writing now so you can start listening. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! Happy Reading! Show notes for the episode can be found here: https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2026/episode254

Most conversations about private practice are highlight reels.But what about the parts no one posts about?In today's episode of Selling the Couch, I'm joined by my friend Dr. Justin Dotson, a group practice owner in Memphis, Tennessee, for an honest, real-world conversation about what it actually takes to run (and sustain) a small business as a therapist.Justin is heading into year 6 of private practice, and I'm in year 11 with STC—so we wanted to pull back the curtain on the things therapists often learn the hard way: pricing, confidence, leadership, loneliness, burnout, and what success really looks like after the early hustle phase.In this conversation, we cover:Why most therapists start with zero business training (and what to do anyway)The “version 1 vs version 10” trap therapists fall intoHow Justin set his first fee (and why he'll never haggle again)A realistic approach to raising rates without spiralingWhy “don't base your business on someone else's secret” matters more than everThe hidden loneliness of entrepreneurship (no-shows, cancellations, declined cards, overhead)How becoming a business owner changes you—emotionally, mentally, and relationallyManaging burnout + anxiety while still showing up for clientsThe leadership challenges that come with scaling and relinquishing controlHow to build trust in yourself by keeping your word to yourselfIf you're in private practice, thinking about starting one, or navigating the messy middle of business ownership... this episode will feel like a deep exhale.--Resources:Building and managing the practice you truly want can feel overwhelming. That's why Alma is here—to help you create not just any practice, but your private practice. With Alma, you'll get the tools and resources you need to navigate insurance with ease, connect with referrals that are the right fit for your style, and streamline those time-consuming administrative tasks. That means less time buried in the details and more time focused on delivering exceptional care to your clients.You support your clients. Alma supports you.Learn more at sellingthecouch.com/alma and get 2 months FREE–an exclusive offer for STC listeners. --Want to launch your online course?Check out our new membership site! Find out more and get on the Haven Waitlist here.

The JBP begins its latest episode with a discussion on preparing your kids for college and future jobs before turning to their weekend which included a trip to see New Edition & Boyz II Men (30:35) as well as Jill Scott (47:48). The cast then reacts to their thoughts on NBA All-Star Weekend (56:40), Netflix's 'America's Next Top Model' Documentary (1:14:40), and Marc Lamont Hill shares his thoughts on the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson (1:35:20). Desus Nice announces a new youtube show (1:46:00), DJ Vlad's tweets cause quite the stir (1:57:54), and Lil Wayne fans respond to LaRussell's comments about the rapper (2:01:27). Also, Mike Tyson & Floyd Mayweather are set to fight in an exhibition match (2:34:00), Hitman Holla responds to the coverage of Geechi Gotti (2:40:50), and more. Become a Patron of The Joe Budden Podcast for additional bonus episodes and visual content for all things JBP! Join our Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/joebudden