Podcast appearances and mentions of Jody B Miller

The Dyslexia Advantage: Turning Your Greatest Challenge Into Your Greatest Strength with Russell Van BrocklenWhat if the very challenge you've spent your life trying to overcome is actually your greatest advantage?In this thought-provoking episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller sits down with dyslexia researcher, educator, and advocate Russell Van Brocklen to challenge everything we think we know about dyslexia, intelligence, and learning.Diagnosed with significant dyslexia as a child, Russell was told—both directly and indirectly—that his future would be limited.Instead of accepting those labels, he dedicated his life to understanding the neuroscience behind dyslexia and developing practical, research-backed methods that help students unlock their potential.Today, Russell has helped hundreds of students improve their reading and writing skills, served as a reviewer for the International Dyslexia Association, and created teaching methods grounded in neuroscience rather than outdated assumptions.But this conversation is about much more than dyslexia.It's about identity.It's about resilience.It's about refusing to let someone else define your potential.Whether you're a parent, educator, entrepreneur, leader, or someone who's ever felt misunderstood, this episode will challenge how you think about learning, success, and what it truly means to overcome adversity.In This Episode You'll Discover:• Why dyslexia is not a measure of intelligence• The biggest misconception schools still make about dyslexia• Why early identification can completely change a child's future• How parents can recognize warning signs before it's too late• Why motivation and passion dramatically impact learning success• Russell's research-backed approach to helping dyslexic students thrive• The surprising strengths many dyslexic thinkers possess• Why some of today's most successful entrepreneurs credit dyslexia for their success• How changing the way we teach can unlock extraordinary potential• Why your greatest challenge may become your greatest gift.Every MISOGI asks us to step beyond what we believe is possible.Russell's story is proof that labels don't define us—our response to them does.About Russell Van BrocklenRussell Van Brocklen is a dyslexia researcher, educator, and founder of DyslexiaClasses.com.Drawing from decades of research and personal experience, he has developed innovative teaching methods designed to help students with dyslexia dramatically improve their reading and writing abilities.His work combines neuroscience, practical education strategies, and a passion for helping students discover that learning differently can become a tremendous advantage.Learn more at:https://dyslexiaclasses.comAbout The MISOGI MethodHosted by bestselling author and TEDx speaker Jody B. Miller, The MISOGI Method explores the defining challenges that transform ordinary lives into extraordinary ones.Each episode features remarkable guests who have embraced discomfort, overcome adversity, and discovered new levels of purpose, resilience, and fulfillment.Because growth rarely happens inside your comfort zone.It happens when you're willing to take on your MISOGI.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

What happens when you willingly choose something with a greater than 50% chance of failure?In this solo episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller takes you along on a personal adventure into Oregon's wild rivers as she pursues one of her newest passions—fly fishing.But this isn't really about fish.It's about courage.It's about preparation.It's about doing something that scares you enough to make you feel fully alive.Driving deep into the Deschutes National Forest, Jody heads into unfamiliar water, completely alone, testing new techniques, new equipment, and her own confidence.Along the way, she shares lessons about stepping beyond comfort, trusting your preparation, embracing uncertainty, and discovering that success often has very little to do with the final outcome.During the journey, she battles an enormous mystery fish for eight unforgettable minutes... only to lose it.Most people would call that failure.Jody calls it a MISOGI Because the greatest victories aren't always measured by what you bring home—they're measured by who you become while chasing something meaningful.The adventure continues the following day with another river, another challenge, and another reminder that every meaningful pursuit rewards those willing to keep showing up.Whether you've never held a fly rod or have spent years outdoors, this episode is ultimately about something much bigger than fishing. It's about finding the thing that stretches you, humbles you, excites you, and reminds you that life is meant to be lived outside your comfort zone.In This Episode You'll Discover:• Why every meaningful MISOGI carries a real possibility of failure.• How preparation builds confidence when stepping into the unknown.• Why losing can still be one of your greatest victories.• The surprising mental and emotional benefits of spending time in nature.• How pursuing passion creates more joy than pursuing perfection.• Why surrounding yourself with supportive people changes everything.• The difference between achieving a goal and becoming the person capable of pursuing it.Memorable Takeaways"A MISOGI isn't about guaranteed success—it's about having the courage to try.""Preparation creates confidence.""Even when you don't catch what you're after, the adventure can change you.""Sometimes the greatest reward isn't what you land—it's who you become along the way.Challenge for This Week.Ask yourself: What is one challenge you've been avoiding because you're afraid you might fail?Maybe that's exactly where your next MISOGI begins.Take the first step.Prepare.Go anyway.Because growth lives just beyond the edge of certainty.About The MISOGI Method.Hosted by bestselling author, TEDx speaker, media entrepreneur, and Work Happiness expert Jody B. Miller, The MISOGI Method features conversations with remarkable people who have chosen difficult paths in pursuit of purpose, fulfillment, and extraordinary lives.Every episode is designed to inspire you to embrace challenges that transform who you become.Connect with Jody B. Miller

What if everything you believe about consciousness, purpose, suffering, and even death deserves another look?Most of us spend our lives searching for answers about happiness, success, love, and meaning. But what if we've been asking the wrong questions?In this thought-provoking episode of The MISOGI Method, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Jody B. Miller sits down with Dean Graves, whose decades of meditation, self-inquiry, and exploration of consciousness have led him to examine some of humanity's biggest mysteries.Together, they explore ideas that challenge conventional thinking and invite listeners into their own personal MISOGI—a stretch beyond familiar beliefs into deeper curiosity and awareness.Whether you agree with Dean's perspectives or not, this conversation is designed to inspire thoughtful reflection rather than provide definitive answers.In this episode, you'll discover: • What consciousness may actually be—and why it matters• The relationship between the mind, awareness, and the brain• Why so many people struggle despite living in an age of unprecedented comfort• The hidden causes of stress, fear, and unnecessary suffering• How meditation can transform the way we experience life• Why purpose isn't something you find—but something you uncover• Dean's perspective on death, mortality, and what may come next• Whether humanity is evolving toward greater consciousness• Big questions about God, creation, free will, and the nature of reality• The one belief Dean completely changed after decades of searching• The question every person should ask themselvesThis episode isn't about convincing you what to believe.It's about encouraging you to think more deeply, question more courageously, and become more intentional about the life you're creating.If you're fascinated by consciousness, psychology, philosophy, spirituality, meditation, neuroscience, human potential, or the search for meaning, this conversation will leave you with plenty to consider.Connect with Dean Graves Learn more about Dean's work, writings, and teachings at www.DeanGraves.org.Connect with Jody B. Miller Host of The MISOGI Method, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, executive performance coach, and founder of Reel Media Agency. www.jodybmiller.comIf you enjoyed this episode… Please follow The MISOGI Method and share this episode with someone who loves asking life's biggest questions.Because growth doesn't begin when you find the answers.It begins when you're willing to question everything.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

Shannon Nering: From Television to TransformationWhat happens when the life you've built no longer feels aligned?In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller sits down with former television producer and host turned holistic health practitioner and author, Shannon Nering.After a successful career in media, Shannon made a bold decision to step away, move her family to Kauai, and begin a journey of healing, self-discovery, and reinvention—captured in her memoir, The Mother Vine.Together, they explore the courage it takes to walk away from success, the power of midlife transformation, and how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to a more authentic life.In This Episode: • The moment Shannon knew something had to change. . .• Leaving a successful career behind• Motherhood as a catalyst for growth• Redefining purpose in midlife• Taking the first step toward a new comfort zoneConnect with ShannoInstagram: [Insert]Book: The Mother Vine [The MISOGI MethodOne bold step can change everything.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

Episode 58: Fear of Failure… or Fear of Success?What if the thing holding you back isn't failure — but success?In this episode, Jody B. Miller explores the hidden fear that stops many talented people from stepping fully into their potential. Inspired by a conversation in Episode 57, she reflects on grief, family, and the surprising psychology of success avoidance.Jody shares personal stories about watching loved ones struggle with both destructive choices and unrealized potential, including lessons from her father about talent, courage, and asking for what you're worth.Through the lens of the MISOGI Method — taking on challenges with a real chance of failure — she explains how moving through fear can lead you to the life you're meant to live.Ep.58 Fear of Failure OR SuccessIn this episode:Fear of failure vs. fear of successWhy people sometimes stay smaller than they could beHow one bold ask can change your trajectoryThe role courage plays in growthIf this episode resonates, share it with someone who may need the reminder to take their next bold step.Links:https://www.truth-or-fiction.comhttps://www.jodybmiller.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

Eric Cooter has lived multiple lives in one lifetime. In Episode 57 of The MISOGI Method Podcast, Jody B. Miller sits down with pilot, priest, author, and podcast host Eric Cooter to explore how courage, grief, and presence shape the unexpected turns of life. Eric shares how his journey—from aviation entrepreneur to Episcopal priest to volunteer military chaplain pilot—taught him that the moments we think are endings are often the beginning of something greater.If you're navigating loss, searching for purpose, or wondering if it's too late to reinvent yourself, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to step into your next chapter.In this episode we discuss:• Why reinvention is rarely one big leap• What flying a plane teaches about living fully present• How grief can transform into joy• The mindset required to start a new chapter• Why it is truly never too late to change your lifeEric's life journey—from Tennessee roots to international aviation and ministry—shows that courage, presence, and faith can lead to extraordinary second acts. Connect with Eric Cooter Podcast: Never Too LateBooks and speaking: Amazonwww.ericcooter.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

Elon Musk is brilliant, erratic, obsessive—and, yes, deeply human. In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller unpacks Walter Isaacson's bestselling biography and the audiobook that reveals Musk's true mission: not fame or fortune, but the survival of our species. From rocket launches to personal failures, this is the story of a man who pushes limits for one reason—he cares about humanity.Please note: I recorded this while on a 3 hour walk and after I finished the book.@elonmuskAudio BookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

The MISOGI Method – Episode 51 Guest: Nelson Nigel, Founder & CEO of Kidmoto TechnologiesHost: Jody B. MillerEpisode Description:What if the key to building a multi-city tech company wasn't venture capital or a Silicon Valley network—but insight, grit, and an unwavering mission?In this inspiring episode, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Nelson Nigel, a former NYC yellow cab and Uber driver turned tech founder, who created Kidmoto Technologies—a transportation startup providing safe car seat-equipped rides for families with small children.Now active in 64 U.S. cities with over 40,000 rides completed, Kidmoto is disrupting an industry long dominated by giants like Uber and Lyft—by focusing on a need they overlooked.But Nelson's story runs even deeper: from surviving a traumatic subway accident to bootstrapping a company built on purpose, resilience, and family safety, he embodies whatThe MISOGI Method is all about—transforming adversity into opportunity.In this episode, you'll learn:How one moment of insight changed Nelson's life—and the lives of thousands of familiesWhat it really takes to bootstrap a startup in a crowded tech spaceHow leading from the driver's seat shaped a national team cultureHow trauma sparked a purpose-driven mission that scaledWhy your most uncomfortable leap might be the one that defines your legacyKey Takeaway:Your past doesn't define your path. But your choices—especially the bold ones—absolutely do.Resources & Links:Kidmoto Technologies App – Download on iOS & AndroidWebsite: www.kidmoto.taxiContact Nelson Nigel: info@kidmoto.taxi Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

What happens when outward success hides an inward secret?In this episode of The MISOGI Method, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Alan Katz—aka A.L. Katz of Tales from the Crypt fame—who reveals the 45-year secret that redefined his life and career.Alan shares how confronting that truth transformed him from a successful screenwriter into a purpose-driven storyteller.Today, he leads Costard & Touchstone, a podcast company dedicated to making the world better through story.This episode is a deep dive into courage, reinvention, and the healing power of truth.

Episode 47: "The Day the River Said Yes: A Fly-Fishing MISOGI That Changed Everything"The MISOGI Method Experience with Jody B. Miller In this powerful and poetic solo episode, Jody B. Miller returns to the river that once humbled her—to find, unexpectedly, that everything had changed.Armed with low expectations, a near-empty fly box, and a deep desire simply to be present in nature,Jody recounts the surprise turning point that transformed her fly-fishing flop into a euphoric, unforgettable MISOGI success. From losing leeches and midges in a narrow stretch of Fall River…To landing 25 wild rainbow trout—including a 20-inch “lugger”…To experiencing full-body cramps and the unexpected generosity of strangers… This episode is a raw, joy-filled reminder that growth often waits just past the moment you almost give up. You'll discover:Why having nothing to lose can be your greatest strengthHow MISOGI moments test and transform usWhat happens when you surrender outcomes and trust the processThe deeper purpose behind every “failure,” and how it can lead to wild successWhy Jody now feels invincible in the face of challenge—and how you can tooWhether you're a fly-fishing enthusiast or a seeker of life's bigger meanings, this episode will inspire you to say yes to the next big unknown.

When Failure Becomes Freedom: A Fly-Fishing Flop and the Power of MISOGIIn this refreshingly raw and insightful episode of The MISOGI Method Experience, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Jody B. Miller shares the vulnerable (and hilarious) follow-up to her fly-fishing MISOGI challenge… and why it didn't go at all as planned.But here's the twist: that's exactly the point.From missed casts and tangled lines to unexpected revelations, Jody unpacks why stepping way outside your comfort zone — even when things fall apart — is where the real growth begins.Whether you've tried something bold and "failed," or you're too afraid to start, this episode gives you permission to fail forward and embrace the messy magic of the unknown.In this episode, you'll discover:Why flopping can be freeingThe real purpose behind taking on a MISOGIHow to turn disappointment into discoveryA behind-the-scenes look at how challenges reset your mindseIf you've ever felt like a failure or feared falling short, this episode will empower you to redefine what success truly means. Press play and remember: sometimes the best catch isn't the one you bring home.PLEASE SUBSCRIBE and share with a friend who might need a life kick start to confidence, success and happiness in their. lives .Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-misogi-method-experience-a-new-comfort-zone--2910681/support.

The MISOGI Method is now called REACH! Join in and learn from host Jody B. Miller and her guest experts on how to reach far outside your comfort zone to achieve lasting success and happiness.

As you get a calling deep in your soul to do what matters to you take the opportunity if it feels right.  Even if you don't know what you are doing because you will learn along the way. Our guest Jody B. Miller, CEO of C2C Executive Search & Strategic Management and best selling author of "From Drift to Shift" introduces us to the MISOGI Method and why being happy with who you are is important to having success in all areas of your life.   Together Jody and Peter discuss getting published, taking opportunities when presented, and figuring out the path of a Thought Leader.

In episode 141 of the Get Published Podcast, Host and 13-Time Bestselling Author Paul G. Brodie interviews Jody B. Miller about her author journey and doing a virtual tour to promote your book. Find out more about our Publishing Services at www.GetPublishedPodcast.com

So who is Jody B. Miller and what is "The Misogi Method Podcast" all about? This is Episode 1 in which you'll hear how Jody herself stepped outside her own comfort zone and did the most OUTRAGEOUS thing she could imagine. In the end, that sense of accomplishment, the thrill of beating the odds and that understanding of just how strong she can be... all set the stage for the latest journey of her life... and that's helping others do the same.