Podcasts about life beyond

"Everything Gets Answered In Season 5..."Mekai Curtis On this Friday special of The Pivot Podcast, we sit down with actor Mekai Curtis, the breakout star of Raising Kanan, for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, family, and the journey to becoming one of television's most compelling leading men as part of Powerbook III's hit drama series. Mekai reflects on his early days as a child actor on Disney Channel, the sacrifices his family made to support his dreams, and how his parents' unwavering belief gave him the confidence to pursue a career in Hollywood. He opens up about the challenges of growing up in the entertainment industry, finding his identity as an actor, and the lessons that shaped him along the way. The conversation dives into his starring role as Kanan Stark in Raising Kanan, including the pressure of carrying a hit series, the show's massive success, and what it's been like collaborating with executive producer 50 Cent and an accomplished cast and creative team. Mekai shares behind-the-scenes stories, discusses the relationships he's built with his fellow actors, and reveals how he prepares for one of television's most complex characters. With Season 5 marking the final chapter of Raising Kanan, Mekai reflects on the show's legacy, the emotional process of saying goodbye, and what he hopes fans take away from Kanan's journey. He promises that cliffhangers will be answered and the show will make viewers live and breathe every scene. He also discusses the importance of balancing real life with the darker realities of the character he portrays and how he protects his mental and emotional well-being while bringing Kanan to life. From Disney Channel to leading one of the biggest dramas on television, Mekai Curtis' story is one of faith, hard work, family support, and staying true to yourself. This is a conversation you won't want to miss. Pivot Family...comment, like, hit the subscribe button, we enjoy hearing and learning from you- the good and the bad, we want to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we step away from the headlines and out of the city to focus on French villages. There is a deeply rooted romantic image of village life: a stone church, a sleepy square, a small café. But what is life really like in French villages today? Like in many countries, rural France has seen populations decline, and many residents say daily life can be challenging. While some villages rely on their beauty to attract visitors, others stand out for something else entirely – their names. We take a look at some of the quirkiest on the map.

What if intuition, healing, and spirit are far more accessible than we've been taught to believe?In this episode, I'm joined by Julie Ryan — medical intuitive, psychic medium, inventor, entrepreneur, and author of Angelic Attendance — for a fascinating conversation about spirit, healing, intuition, and what may happen beyond this life.Julie often describes herself as a “human MRI,” intuitively scanning the body to receive energetic information. But perhaps the most empowering part of this conversation is her belief that these intuitive abilities aren't reserved for a select few — they're available to all of us.Together, we explore:✨ What it means to connect with spirit ✨ Why spirit is pure love and joy ✨ How intuition strengthens through practice ✨ The energetic connection between healing and the body ✨ Julie's perspective on angels and spiritual guidance ✨ The 12 phases of transition explored in Angelic Attendance ✨ Why death may be far less frightening than we've been taught to believeWhether you're spiritually curious, navigating grief, strengthening your intuitive gifts, or simply wondering what else might be possible — this conversation offers comfort, perspective, and a sense of deeper connection. Connect with Julie:Askjulieryan.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/askjulieryan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askjulieryan/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@askjulieryan Support the PodcastIf you love Intuitive Wisdom, you can now support the show with a small monthly contribution.Listener supporters receive: • A monthly shoutout on our monthly Insights episode • A custom blessing and healing energy sent your waySupport here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2441089/supporters/new Resources & Links:

Air Date - 02 June 2026You always have a choice, even when it doesn't feel like it. Heather McNally explores how identity is shaped by past experiences and how it can be rewritten. Blending real-life stories, brain science, and deep insight, she shares how to break free from limiting patterns and live with clarity, confidence, and alignment.About the Guest:Heather McNally is an Identity & Alignment Activator, Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author, and Host of the Life Beyond B.S. podcast. She helps women who feel “off” – even when life looks good on the outside – reconnect with who they truly are and create lives that feel aligned, intentional, and fully theirs.Through her signature approach, Heather guides women to break free from the belief systems and patterns that have been quietly shaping their choices, so they can stop performing and start living in alignment with who they truly are.Her work blends psychology, brain science, real-life experience, and deep human connection to create lasting transformation — not surface-level change.Heather is also the creator of Happy, Healthy, Whole, her signature program, designed to help women come back to themselves and build lives rooted in clarity, confidence, and truth. Learn more at https://www.heathermcnally.com/Social Media:Website: https://www.heathermcnally.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.r.mcnallyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather_a_mcnally/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-mcnally-757ab52a#HeatherMcNally #InspiredConversations #LindaJoy #Women #Lifestyle #InterviewsVisit the Inspired Conversations Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/inspired-conversations/Connect with Linda Joy https://linda-joy.com/ and her YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@linda-joySubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

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In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by novelist and disability advocate Sabina Nordqvist. Sabina discusses her personal 12-year battle with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), POTS, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She shares the profound impact of misdiagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and how her experiences in support groups led her to write a novel called It's All in Your Head that puts disabled characters front and center. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Jeremy Cutsforth-Gregory, an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, working in the Division of Neurologic Education. Dr. Cutsforth-Gregory explains cerebrospinal fluid and IIH, highlighting the treatments that are available and where research is going next.   Additional Resources Sabina Nordqvist- It's All in Your Head Understanding the Mysteries of POTS and Other Autonomic Disorders A Swimmer Returns to the Pool After Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Diagnosis   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Parenting and Writing While Disabled with Jessica Slice Outdoors Woman Crystal Gail Welcome on Nature and Chronic Pain Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org   Social Media Guests: Sabina Nordqvist @nordqvistbooks; Dr. Cutsforth-Gregory @mayoclinic Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

The Buttery Bros helped change fitness storytelling.The filmmaking. The documentaries. The humor, suffering, adventure, and humanity.Through behind the scenes coverage of CrossFit, elite fitness, endurance, and modern wellness culture, Marston Sawyers, Heber Cannon, and Julian Marquez built one of the most recognizable media brands in fitness.In ALLSMITH Episode 139, Bryce sits down with Marston Sawyers for a conversation that goes far beyond the competition floor.Together they explore the future of CrossFit, fatherhood, elite fitness, creativity, storytelling, endurance adventures, identity shifts, and building a meaningful life beyond performance.From Run To Rim To Rim to dad life, content creation, business, longevity, and redefining ambition, this episode dives into what happens when the scoreboard changes and life becomes bigger than the podium.Is elite fitness evolving?Where is CrossFit headed?Can you stay ambitious while becoming more present at home?And is fitness ultimately preparing us for a bigger life?If you love CrossFit, health, wellness, adventure, filmmaking, mindset, entrepreneurship, fatherhood, or human performance… this episode is for you.IN THIS EPISODE• The filmmaking magic behind The Buttery Bros• How Marston, Heber, and Julian helped shape modern fitness media• The future of CrossFit and elite fitness• Fatherhood, identity shifts, and redefining success• Run To Rim To Rim, endurance, and choosing hard things• Creativity, storytelling, business, and reinvention• Why fitness may need more adventure, play, and longevity• Building a meaningful life beyond the leaderboardKEY TAKEAWAYS Fatherhood changes the scoreboard. Elite fitness may be evolving toward longevity, balance, and integration. Storytelling shapes culture. Adventure creates perspective. Fitness might not be the destination. It may be training for a bigger life.QUOTES FROM THE EPISODE“The future of fitness might look less like domination and more like integration.”“Adventure is often therapy disguised as movement.”“Fatherhood changes the scoreboard.”“The gym might not be the destination anymore. It might be preparation for a bigger life.”TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro02:15 The filmmaking magic of The Buttery Bros09:02 Building fitness media through storytelling, humor, and adventure16:18 Fatherhood, identity shifts, and redefining ambition26:41 The future of CrossFit and the evolution of elite fitness38:56 Life beyond competition and the changing definition of success51:20 Run To Rim To Rim, endurance, and voluntarily choosing hard things1:04:44 Creativity, business, filmmaking, and reinvention1:15:12 Why fitness needs more play, adventure, and human connection1:24:03 Final reflections and what comes nextFOLLOW + CONNECTIf this conversation challenged your perspective, inspired your next adventure, or made you think differently about fitness, fatherhood, or what success actually means… share this episode with a friend.Follow ALLSMITH for coaching, community, podcast conversations, lifestyle design, and perspective architecture.Instagram: @allsmithcoBryce Smith: @therealbrycesmithMarston Sawyers: @marstonsawyersThe Buttery Bros: @butterybrosSubscribe, rate, and review the ALLSMITH Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.Fitness is the vessel. Life is the adventure. Forged Not Found. Thank you for Listening! Learn more below.ALLSMITH IG ALLSMITH YouTubeBryce Smith IG

Faith wasn't meant to be left at church on Sunday. In this episode, we explore what it looks like to honor God in the workplace through integrity, influence, and healthy boundaries.

Host: Dave Blanchard, Vicki Haggen & Jared SmithsonTOPICS: Life Beyond the Reset

Sam J. Jones on Flash Gordon, Fear, Fame, and Life Beyond Hollywood  In this episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with actor Sam J. Jones for a funny, candid, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about Flash Gordon, staying grounded in Hollywood, working security outside the movie business, fan conventions, and the mindset it takes to survive a long career in entertainment. Sam reflects on the pressure of carrying a cult classic, why Flash Gordon still connects with audiences decades later, and how discipline, humility, and preparation shaped both his acting career and his life off-screen. The conversation also dives into Sam's work on The Spirit, Under the Gun, and Life After Flash, along with behind-the-scenes stories about conventions, celebrity encounters, comic timing, and one unforgettable Harley-Davidson wrap-party moment. It's a warm, honest episode packed with old-school Hollywood perspective and practical life wisdom.  Guest Bio: Sam J. Jones Sam J. Jones is an American actor best known for playing the title role in Flash Gordon (1980). Over the years, he has also appeared in projects including The Spirit, Under the Gun, and the documentary Life After Flash, which explores the legacy of Flash Gordon and his life beyond the film.  Follow Sam J. Jones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealsamjjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamJJonesOfficial/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0429207/ Featured Titles and References Flash Gordon (1980)...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080745/  The Spirit (1987)...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094017/   Under the Gun...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098558/ Life After Flash...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4917554/  Life After Flash official page: https://www.lifeaftermovies.com/lifeafterflash Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction and opening banter 04:58 The legacy of Flash Gordon 06:28 Fear, pressure, and leading a cult classic 09:54 Why Flash Gordon still resonates with audiences 14:36 Sam's security work and how it parallels filmmaking 21:56 The wild story of being recognized while on a protection job 29:37 Life After Flash and the idea for a future documentary 31:10 Working with Richard O'Brien and the joy of fan conventions 37:29 Under the Gun, Vanessa Williams, and the Harley wrap-party story 41:08 Playing The Spirit and Will Eisner's endorsement 44:20 Early Hollywood memories, Robin Williams, and Paul Mooney 47:20 Where to follow Sam J. Jones online Call to Action If you enjoyed this episode of Reza Rifts, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show, and share this episode with a fellow movie fan, comic-con regular, or anyone who still believes in the power of a great cult classic. Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  Follow Keith on all social media platforms: FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza IG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  ALT IG:https://www.instagram.com/duhkeithreza  X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  TT:https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza  Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/  Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter!         #RezaRifts #KeithReza #SamJJones #FlashGordon #TheSpirit #UnderTheGun #LifeAfterFlash #MoviePodcast #HollywoodStories #ComicCon #CultClassic #ActorInterview #EntertainmentPodcast  

Off the Mats Podcast #314 welcomes back rising MMA fighter Beltus Tabot for a follow-up conversation focused on growth, pressure, and the evolution that comes with pursuing success in mixed martial arts. Since his first appearance on the show, Beltus has continued to develop both inside and outside the cage and is recovering from a knee injury. We discuss the lessons learned during his time away, how his training and fight IQ have evolved, and the challenges that come with increased expectations as his career progresses. Beltus shares his perspective on confidence, discipline, mental toughness, and the realities of balancing life beyond competition. Beyond fighting, we explore who Beltus is away from the cage, including his interests, support system, and long-term goals. We close the episode with a fun rapid-fire round covering favorite techniques, walkout songs, and more. Whether you're an MMA fan, martial artist, or someone pursuing ambitious goals of your own, this conversation offers insight into the mindset required to keep moving forward when the spotlight gets brighter. Topics include: • MMA training and fighter development • Mental toughness and confidence • Life outside the cage • The business of mixed martial arts • Social media and modern fight culture • Future goals and career aspirations • Rapid-fire MMA questions Follow Beltus Tabot and stay tuned for future fight announcements as his journey continues.

E7: A sudden change at the motel disrupts a love triangle. As new romantic prospects emerge, established relationships and boundaries blur.E8: Intriguing revelations about compatibility emerge during a group astrology reading. As one couple calls it quits, another looks to the future.E9: As the final checkout looms, the couples confront the prospect of dating beyond the motel. One pair considers life goals while another fixates on lies.If you are interested in Noble Dunch, please use this unique link to support Noble Dunch and the podcast. https://nobledunch.com/?ref=hekvnlecPlease rate and subscribe to our podcast. You can rate us at either Apple Podcasts, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/realitea-times-two/id1689517536 or spotify, https://open.spotify.com/show/7rInYf1BD8YiFeCeOOx8gI. I will also start reading your 4 or 5-star ratings on the air!Patreon is here!!! Go join the Patreon at https://patreon.com/RealiteaTimesTwo?If you like us, please share with your friends.Please visit and follow us on:Facebook: https://facebook.com/realiteatimestwoIG: https://instagram.com/realiteatimestwoThreads: https://www.threads.net/@realiteatimestwoTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/RealiteaxTwoPodTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realiteaxtwopod?lang=enBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/realiteatimestwo.bsky.socialYou can also e-mail us at realiteaxtwo@hotmail.com. If you want to be a guest on the podcast, please e-mail at us at the above e-mail and please put in the subject line "Guesting on Your Podcast". Please also mention which show you would prefer to guest on.You can find us on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@realiteatimestwoFind us on Discord at realiteaxtwoFollow us on Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/realiteatimestwopod/Visit the website https://solo.to/realiteatimestwo where you can support the podcast and get access to all socials and ways to listen to the podcastListen to my new podcast with my friend Mikel called "Next Take Podcast" at the below YouTube link at: www.youtube.com/@NextTakePodcast/featured or by going to our website www.solo.to/nexttakepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Isabelle Woloson and her mother, Eliza to talk about Izzy's work to promote inclusion, challenge stereotypes, and embrace individuality as a young woman with Down syndrome. Together, they share practical insights on self-advocacy, community acceptance, and creating meaningful opportunities. They also discuss practical approaches to community acceptance, self-advocacy, and the evolving landscape of support and opportunities. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Seth Keller, a nationally recognized leader in developmental neurology, for a conversation about supporting meaningful and fulfilling transitions into adulthood.   Additional Resources My Friend Isabelle- Book 8 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When Moving Out of Pediatric Care How Parents Advocate for Their Children with Rare Diseases   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt Raising Awareness for a Rare Cancer with Love4Lucas President Hide Harashima   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org   Social Media Guests: Izzy Woloson @askIZZE; Eliza Woloson @elizawoloson Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

Do you recognize how what you do in your marriage, in your parenting, or at work makes a difference? Jim Daly explains the extraordinary ways your presence ripples outward beyond what you could ever imagine. Support Family Ministry If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family Commentary, please give us your feedback.

"Pausing to find the gift in the shadow."Elijah is a Gene Keys Guide, Ambassador, and a core member of the Gene Keys team. As CEO, Elijah takes a lead role in the strategy, operations, and creative direction for the Gene Keys. Talented in both left and right brain modalities, Elijah weaves years of experience in the fields of design, storytelling, event production, and intermodal expressive arts. He has dedicated the last fourteen years to integrating the language of the Gene Keys deeply into his life. This has given him a unique ability to transmit profound truths in a spontaneous and elegant manner, sharing reflections from his own personal journey of cultivation and growth, and offering intuitive readings for his clients. Elijah facilitates both personal and group sessions with the Gene Keys for transformation in relationships, activating creative projects, and discovering the gifts inside life's challenges.

Send us Fan MailThis week on Bookish Flights, I'm joined by Lindsay Barnett, workplace experience strategist, coach, speaker, and author of Working Hell to Working Well: Making Your Company Work For You. We talk about career reinvention, burnout, identity, and what it looks like to create a life where work supports you instead of consuming you. Lindsay shares her journey from moving to Australia without a clear plan to discovering the through-line that connected all the different chapters of her career. Together, we explore why so many people, especially military spouses and anyone navigating seasons of change, can feel stuck in constant reinvention and how small intentional actions can begin creating meaningful change.This conversation is practical, encouraging, and full of reminders that work is only one part of a full life.Episode Highlights:Why “work-life harmony” matters more than work-life balanceThe power of small actions and intentional pausesCareer reinvention and starting over in different seasons of lifeHow burnout often disconnects us from our own needsRecognizing the through-lines in your personal and professional journeyBuilding a life that prioritizes flexibility, family, and fulfillmentConnect with Lindsay:LinkedInOur Kind of Club websitePurchase Working Hell to Working Well: Making Your Company Work for YouSome links are affiliate links, which are no extra cost to you but do help to support the show.Books and authors mentioned in the episode:Isabel Allende booksDan Brown booksLeadership Embodiment by Wendy PalmerMeditations for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanFour Thousand Weeks by Oliver BurkemanBook FlightThe Art of Gathering by Priya ParkerThe Rabbit Effect: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness by Dr. Kelly HardingThe Midnight Library by Matt Haig✨ Find Your Next Great Read! We just hit 175 episodes of Bookish Flights, and to celebrate, I created the Bookish Flights Roadmap — a guide to all 175 podcast episodes, sorted by genre to help you find your next great read faster.Explore it here → www.bookishflights.com/read/roadmapSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening!InstagramFacebookWebsite

Building Beyond Aesthetics in the Twin Cities Residential architecture in the Twin Cities requires a unique blend of grit and intentionality. From the “Scandinavian tradition” of high-level craftsmanship to the technical demands of a 115-degree annual temperature swing, designing in this environment is an exercise in functional resilience. This conversation explores how extreme climates and a “Midwest mindset” shape the way we live and the ways homes must evolve to meet the needs of multi-generational families. The following conversation I had with PKA Architecture's Kristine Anderson, Andrew Edwins and Ryan Fish was wide ranging and dove deep into; Designer Resources Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home. Where excellence meets expertise. TimberTech – Real wood beauty without the upkeep Shelter Republic – Request your membership invitation The Architecture of Endurance In the heart of the Twin Cities, architecture is less about making a statement and more about surviving a cycle. To design a home in Minnesota is to engage in a high-stakes negotiation with physics. When the mercury drops to -15°F and climbs to 100°F within the same calendar year, materials don’t just sit there—they breathe, swell, and contract at a cellular level. As the team from PKA Architecture notes, this environment serves as a rigorous training ground. If a design can thrive in the Twin Cities, it possesses the technical “confidence” to perform anywhere in the world. This technical necessity has birthed a culture of craftsmanship that distinguishes the region. Rooted in Scandinavian cabinet-making traditions, local builders and architects push one another toward a level of precision where “half-assing” is not an option—the weather simply won't allow it. It is a pragmatic form of beauty where the “Midwest mindset” rejects the flashy labels of coastal luxury in favor of quiet, intentional excellence. Moreover, the modern home is being asked to do more than provide shelter; it is becoming a flexible vessel for the human lifecycle. The conversation highlights a significant shift toward long-term master planning. Homeowners are increasingly looking ten years down the road, asking how a space can adapt to adult children returning home or elderly parents moving in. By moving away from the “phantom buyer” of resale-focused design, architects are helping clients create homes that are deeply personal and functionally resilient. Whether it is through the seamless integration of invisible technology or the preservation of “ritual spaces” for calm, the goal remains the same: making life easier for those who inhabit the space, one season at a time. Resiliency as a Design Requirement: Extreme temperature swings expose construction flaws quickly, leading to a local culture that prioritizes performance and durability over surface-level trends. The Intentionality of “Midwest Modern”: A pragmatic approach to design that rejects “excess” but holds craftsmanship—rooted in the region’s Scandinavian heritage—to an incredibly high standard. Life Beyond the “Phantom Buyer”: A shift toward designing for the current inhabitant's actual life rather than future resale, including planning for multi-generational living and aging in place. Integrating Technology Naturally: Embracing technology as a design layer—such as half-inch recessed lighting—that enhances daily life without overwhelming the home’s aesthetic. Materiality and the Seasons: The “one-year seasonal change” is a standard expectation in local construction, allowing wood and metal to settle through the intense humidity shifts of the Midwest.

Beck Williers is a 23-year-old young man with an exciting life ahead of him. His transition into adulthood did not happen overnight but came through a journey of self-advocacy and community-building. Resilient from the day he was born, Beck and his family show what it takes to create a life full of endless possibilities and finding success through joy.

Are you an Occupational Therapist feeling burnt out, emotionally exhausted, underpaid, or stuck in a career that no longer feels aligned, but still unable to walk away? In this powerful episode of OT Yourself to Freedom, Beki Eakins explores the hidden danger of the “so-so” life many Occupational Therapists find themselves trapped in. Not miserable enough to leave, but not fulfilled enough to truly feel alive. This episode is for OTs who keep thinking: “There has to be more than this.” Whether you work in the NHS, private practice, community OT, paediatrics, mental health, NDIS, hospital settings, or rehabilitation, this conversation dives deep into OT burnout, career dissatisfaction, nervous system exhaustion, and the growing desire many Occupational Therapists have to create more freedom, flexibility, impact, and income outside traditional healthcare systems. Beki shares her own story of Occupational Therapy burnout, leaving the NHS, building an online business, and why waiting for the “perfect time” may be costing you more than you realise. Connect with Beki Are you ready to leave the whinger mindset behind and embrace your inner go-getter? Beki helps OTs worldwide design, launch, and scale their online business Free Resource: Download Beki's free overnight mindset meditation for free to help you build confidence, overcome money mindset challenges, and develop self-belief. Join OT Yourself To Freedom Membership: Discover the only membership designed specifically for OTs to create freedom-based businesses by leveraging the skills you already have. Learn to design and sell offers, market effectively, and align your work with your purpose. Follow Beki: Website: www.bekieakins.com Instagram: OT Yourself to Freedom Facebook Group: OT Freedom Community LinkedIn: Beki Eakins Book an Inspiration Call: Click here About the Host Beki Eakins is a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists. After leaving traditional OT practice, she has helped hundreds of OTs worldwide design aligned online businesses that support freedom, income, and purpose, without burning out.

In this special three-part series, we move beyond the acute management of cardiac arrest and into the far less frequently discussed phase of survival: what comes after return of spontaneous circulation. While clinical focus often centres on early defibrillation, high-quality CPR, and post-resuscitation care, these episodes explore a different but equally important question: what does recovery actually look like for patients and families once they leave the resuscitation bay?Across three conversations, we hear from survivors whose cardiac arrests occurred in dramatically different contexts, yet whose recovery journeys share striking common themes: uncertainty, identity change, psychological impact, and the long shadow of a life-threatening event. We also explore the role of bystanders, pre-hospital clinicians, and system-level coordination in shaping not only survival, but long-term outcomes.In Part 1, Paul Swindell reflects on his sudden cardiac arrest in 2014, the immediate pre-hospital response, and the complex recovery that followed. Paul discusses the physical rehabilitation process alongside the less visible psychological challenges, including adjustment to a new baseline of health and the development of advocacy work through Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK.https://podcasts.apple.com/ee/podcast/surviving-cardiac-arrest-part-1-paul-swindell-and/id1441215901?i=1000680776156In Part 2, Zoe Hitchcock shares her experience of a cardiac arrest in central London caused by underlying cardiomyopathy, resulting in ventricular fibrillation. Zoe walks through the events leading up to her collapse on Oxford Street, the coordinated pre-hospital response, including HEMS involvement, and her transfer to St Mary's Hospital. She reflects on the long-term emotional impact, shifts in perspective, and the way her understanding of family, health, and resilience has evolved since the event.https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/surviving-cardiac-arrest-part-2-zoe-hitchcocks-story/id1441215901?i=1000681711888In Part 3, Noah Baron Cohen, joined by his father Erran Baron Cohen, recounts a sudden collapse during exercise at school in North London in 2016. The episode reconstructs the timeline from initial collapse through resuscitation, emergency response, and subsequent hospital care. Erran provides a parallel perspective as a parent navigating the immediate crisis and the prolonged rehabilitation journey that followed. Together, they explore recovery, family impact, and the enduring psychological and emotional consequences of sudden cardiac arrest.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/surviving-cardiac-arrest-with-noah-and-erran/id1441215901?i=1000567431898Taken together, these episodes reinforce a central principle of resuscitation medicine: survival is a system outcome. Yet beyond the system lies the individual experience, complex, non-linear, and often underrepresented in clinical discourse. This series aims to bridge that gap by bringing survivor voices into the foreground of the cardiac arrest narrative.

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. Topics include: Should You Follow Your Heart or Mind?, Founder Risk, Career Survival & Life Beyond Finance and Tech, and more.Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section. Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks: 0:25 Intro + Welcome 2:09 Heart vs Mind 4:40 Appliance Sales Collapse 5:35 SaaS & Consulting Outlook 7:48 Is Intel Too Big to Fail? 10:25 Claude vs ChatGPT 11:49 Oil Industry & Iran War 13:41 Will Duolingo Survive? 15:33 Investment Banking vs AI 17:54 Coinbase Layoffs 20:54 Future of Work 22:02 Building Cash Flow 23:41 Building Traffic in 2026 27:35 AI & Dating 30:21 Politicians & Insider Trading 31:38 Oil Short Before the War 32:07 Convertible Notes 33:44 Marriage Advice 35:39 Is PayPal a Buy? 37:35 Career Pivot from Finance 41:26 Anthropic IPO 42:17 Portfolio Diversification 43:53 Quant vs Traditional Finance 44:47 Quant vs Macro Hedge Funds 46:33 Researching a Company 48:29 Why VOO? 50:28 Investing in Oil 54:33 Stocks vs Bonds vs ETFs 54:48 Best Sell Signals 56:47 SpaceX IPO Risks 58:35 Facebook in 20 Years 59:40 Modeling a Stock 1:00:38 What Private Equity Firms Do 1:02:47 Risk Taking When Young 1:04:57 AI Productivity Multiplier 1:06:08 Gamestop-Ebay Deal 1:06:48 Software Sales Compensation 1:07:45 Founder Leaves Company 1:11:55 Student Loans vs Cash Tuition 1:13:34 Future Outside Finance & Tech 1:16:48 Managing Negative Feelings 1:18:35 Is the Iran War Ending? 1:20:00 Real Estate, Stocks & Golf 1:22:36 Blockchain & Traditional Finance 1:25:59 Space Sector Advice 1:28:00 Advice for a 15-Year-Old 1:29:25 Finance vs Consulting 1:30:35 What Makes a Great CEO? 1:31:40 Vanguard ETFs 1:32:30 Is Nvidia Overvalued? 1:33:09 Gold vs Real Estate 1:34:36 $1M Bitcoin Valuation Connect with me: Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

"There's a lot more that hasn't been said. A lot of the book is about voice and not leaving things unsaid. And I sometimes realise that I don't use my voice as much as I could. I can retreat from things. In a way, that's what writing the book does. It brings things to the surface that wouldn't otherwise come through. I don't think that's done. I just think there's a lot of creativity still waiting to emerge." Susan   This is a solo episode to mark 2 years since the publication of Leading Beyond the Numbers. It begins with a poem written on a the side of the street in London and moves through what it has been like to live alongside a book in the world. I explore what it means to uncover or recover our dreams, and what stands between us and acknowledging them. Tim Gallwey's formula: Performance = Potential – Interference surfaces alongside a mishearing that reframed interfere as inner fear: the way our most protective thoughts can be the most cleverly disguised. I cover the shortlisting party I nearly talked myself out of attending and a moment afterwards, a hug from a fellow author who hadn't made the shortlist, that turned out to matter most. And underneath all of it: outsourcing worth to outcomes, mistaking thinking for reality and what changes when we start listening to what's actually here. Are you Listening? Susan is a facilitator, coach, writer and speaker and the host of Life Beyond the Numbers. Her work sits at the intersection of leadership, emotional intelligence and the human experience of work, helping people see more clearly, speak more honestly and move forward in a more grounded way. Her book Leading Beyond the Numbers, published in May 2024, draws on her work, her research and the conversations that shaped this podcast. It won Highly Commended in the Leadership Category at the 2025 Business Book Awards.   Connect with Susan: On LinkedIn Through her website: Beyond the Numbers Read Leading Beyond the Numbers: How accounting for emotions tips the balance at work Follow her writing on Substack: The Whole Equation Resources Mentioned: The Inner Game of Tennis by Tim Gallwey Practical Inspiration Publishing Business Book Awards David Whyte Rob Lawrence Season of Blood by Fergal Keane  

What if the life you have been imagining could actually begin somewhere else? At Move Abroad Con in San Diego, at the Hard Rock Hotel, Lori Adams-Brown stepped onto the conference floor to have three honest conversations with people living and breathing the conference about the expat life. Each one brought a different perspective. All three pointed to the same truth: the world is more open than most people think. Why people from all walks of life, and all stages of life, are reconsidering where they call home What Shasta Townsend has learned after nearly five years in Puerto Vallarta, and the one mistake she sees people make when they try to go it alone How Mischa Mannix-Opie reframes New Zealand's location from a limitation into a genuine advantage The surprising education opportunities opening up for people who believed that chapter of their life had closed How to approach the expat journey as an adventure, even when the process feels overwhelming Mischa Mannix-Opie is Director of Client Experience at Greener Pastures New Zealand, a full-service firm helping global citizens gain permanent residency through investment, lifestyle transition, and immigration support. Shasta Townsend is a real estate and relocation expert based in Puerto Vallarta, helping individuals and families make the leap to expat life in Mexico with confidence. Kelsey Morgan served as Events Coordinator for Move Abroad Con, helping bring together a remarkable community of explorers at every stage of the expat journey. Move Abroad Con is produced by Expatsi, founded by CEO Jen Barnett. Introduction Kelsey Morgan: What Move Abroad Con Revealed About Why People Move Shasta Townsend: The Truth About Moving to Mexico Mischa Mannix-Opie: Reframing New Zealand as a Global Hub Find Mischa Mannix-Opie at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mischamannix-opie/ | Greener Pastures New Zealand: www.greenerpastures.nz Find Shasta Townsend at: https://www.instagram.com/shasta.townsend/ Learn more about Move Abroad Con and Expatsi at: https://expatsi.com/mac-tickets Subscribe, leave a review at https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com/reviews/new/, and share this episode. Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources. Timestamps: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be human as we move beyond AI and binary thinking, and into a future where consciousness itself becomes the technology?For the finale episode of Season 5, Stephanie Trager is joined by Margot Wilson, sculptor, philosopher, astrologer, and multidimensional thinker, for a conversation on her visionary work exploring human technology, spiral consciousness, the limits of artificial intelligence, and what may lie ahead for humanity as we evolve beyond the structures that currently define us.Are we advancing through technology, or forgetting something far more powerful that already exists within us?We explore:03:28 Margot's Origin Story & Early Consciousness Experiences06:24 Ancient Wisdom and Buddhist Philosophy10:21 Post-Binary Reality and the Collapse of Dualism13:46 The Third Millennium Project Begins14:09 Human Technology vs Artificial Intelligence21:25 Life Beyond the Physical Body23:01 Spiral Energy, Breath, and Consciousness32:03 The Role of the Heart in Evolution43:27 AI Ingesting Itself and Its Limits55:58 Why the Pursuit of Identity Distracts from CreatingTune in! Full bio and show notes https://www.catalysttalks.com

In a candid interview, the actress reflects on her new memoir Happiness Included: Jan Brady and Beyond , her decades-long career, creative passions, marriage, and surviving breast cancer

In a candid interview, the actress reflects on her new memoir Happiness Included: Jan Brady and Beyond , her decades-long career, creative passions, marriage, and surviving breast cancer

Russ Gaiser and Mike Hoeflich help couples transform Social Security from a risky guess into a strategic asset. They co-authored the #1 bestseller Beyond Break Even: The Essential Guide to Social Security Optimization and lead Retirement Income HQ of America, where theybuild math-backed income plans that coordinate benefits, taxes, and portfolios.Together, they teach national workshops and consult one-to-one, focusing on survivor protection, tax efficiency, and sequencing risk in retirement. Russ brings an MBA, the CFP® mark, and CSSCS expertise. Mike holds an MBA, the CSSCS and CLTC credentials, and has educatedthousands through workshops and radio. Their approach is simple and rigorous: lower the lifetime cost of retirement, safeguard the widow or widower, and turn anxiety into clarity.https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/

On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters talks with Samantha Lee Schmall, author of Beyond the Shunt, about her personal journey with hydrocephalus. Samantha reflects on growing up with the condition, what inspired her to share her story, and how she's found connection and support within the hydrocephalus community. Dr. Peters is also joined by Dr. Kristopher Kahle, Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Harvard Center for Hydrocephalus and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, who explains what causes hydrocephalus, common symptoms, and current treatment options, including shunts.   Additional Resources Samantha Lee Schmall- Beyond the Shunt Understanding Hydrocephalus: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Average Joe- Speak Up   Related Episodes of Brain & Life Podcast Author Tanita Allen on Existing with Huntington's Disease A Walk in the "Parkinson's" with Author Annmarie O'Connor Movement and Healing with Adventure Athlete, Author, and Activist Rebecca Rusch   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org   Social Media Guests: Samantha Lee Schmall @beyondtheshunt; Dr. Kahle @mgbneurosurgery Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

Who's not in awe of the energy, strength, and sheer dedication it takes to raise incredible human beings? Motherhood can fill your life with love—and also keep you so busy that your own dreams sometimes take a back seat. This episode helps you stay connected to yourself and continue creating an amazing, meaningful life outside of motherhood—without guilt, pressure, or unrealistic expectations.Ronna Bonifacio is the Editor-in-Chief of Smart Parenting, the Philippines' leading parenting publication. She's a longtime lifestyle journalist, mother of three, wife, and homeschooler who empowers parents to live fulfilled lives—and she's living proof that it can be done.

In a culture that is easily offended, what does it look like to let things go? We dive into what I means to release offense, guard your heart, and live with a peace that isn't easily shaken. 

Host: Nancy Strauss & Caite CorripioTOPICS: Life Beyond the Reset

Singer, songwriter, DJ and producer John Newman began his journey in 2012 when he lent his vocals to Rudimental's UK Number One hit, Feel the Love. However, the real turning point came with the smash hit, Love Me Again. Debuting at number one on the UK Official Chart, the single soared into the top 10 in over 30 countries and has amassed 1.6 billion streams. Newman reflects on the enduring popularity of the song – which is having a second life on TikTok – and discusses his new remix EP, Love Me Again (Again), new single, Merry Go, and what to expect from his new album.

What does it really take to build a business that lasts nearly three decades without relying on traditional marketing? In this episode, I sit down with Brandon Pugmire, founder of ImprintCity, to unpack a journey that started with door-to-door hustling as a kid and evolved into a multi-service branding and print company serving clients across the country. Brandon shares how relationships, calculated risks, and a willingness to bet on himself shaped his success. We dig into the moments that could have ended his business, the unconventional decisions that saved it, and why he believes the future belongs to those who combine human connection with digital innovation. If you are building something long term and want to understand what actually sustains growth, this conversation delivers. In this episode, you'll learn: The intrinsic wiring of entrepreneurs and how to identify that early drive. The blueprint Brandon used to scale ImprintCity through human connection and referrals. The critical, unconventional lesson that protected his business during a market downturn. Why standard approaches to promotional products often fail and how to fix them. How to navigate high-stakes risks without compromising your long-term position. The massive shifts currently transforming the landscape of print and branding. The specific strategy for using high-quality giveaways to drive lasting brand impact. What it takes to sustain growth while maintaining the integrity of a family-owned business. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to BizNinja + Meet Brandon Pugmire 00:43 The First Signs of an Entrepreneurial Mindset 01:58 Building a Business from Scratch After College 03:05 Early Wins with Retail Stores and Embroidery 05:22 What ImprintCity Does Today 06:47 The Power of Relationships Over Marketing 08:18 How Referrals Built the Business 09:17 A Turning Point That Saved the Company 11:12 Lessons from Direct Response Marketing 13:08 Surviving Business Cycles and Client Dependency 14:33 Costly Mistakes and Lessons in Risk 16:04 Running a Family-Involved Business 17:28 Advice for the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs 18:25 Industry Trends and the Rise of AI 19:18 Competing with Amazon Through Human Connection 20:17 Big Wins and Unexpected Opportunities 21:30 Memorable Projects and Product Innovation 23:20 The Shift Toward Premium Promotional Products 25:38 Creating a Life Beyond the Business 27:19 What's Next for ImprintCity

In this episode of Hurdle, host Emily sits down with professional runner Jess McClain fresh off her monumental performance as the top American finisher at the 2026 Boston Marathon. Recorded in London, where the duo got to run in the upcoming Brooks' upcoming Hyperion Elite 6 and cheer at the 2026 London Marathon, Jess unpacks the physical and mental evolution required to clock a personal best of 2:20:49 on one of the world's most challenging courses. From navigating the "what if" game to handling mid-race mishaps like dropping a fueling bottle, Jess shares a grounded, authentic perspective on what it means to find joy in professional sport. IN THIS EPISODE The Boston Breakthrough: Jess breaks down her strategy for the "Crest of Heartbreak Hill" and how her focus on downhill training and pace changes paid off in the final 10K. Silencing the "What If" Game: A deep dive into the mental shift Jess made during training—moving away from obsessing over variables she couldn’t control and focusing on being 1% better incrementally. Resilience Under Pressure: Jess reflects on the chaos of the Half Marathon Championships where she was directed the wrong way, and how that experience actually built her confidence for the high-stakes friction of Boston. Life Beyond the Miles: An honest conversation about the "other things" that bring joy, including Jess's experience with egg freezing, her thoughts on family planning, and the importance of a supportive partner who sees her greatness. The "My Way" Philosophy: Why Jess decided to stop trying to be a "robotic" athlete and instead leaned into her own unique rhythm, finding that her way is the best way for her. QUOTABLE MOMENTS "I think it’s being okay where you’re at and doing the most that you can day-to-day, week-to-week, to just be 1% better incrementally and not put so much pressure on the big dream." "I spent so much time being told that I shouldn't do anything else... that I'm not dedicated enough. And it's just so not true. You can plan for your future and still have a really kick-ass time running and racing at a high level." "Running's not going to go well all the time. You should be able to tap into other things that bring you joy." "I’ve put my health and the 'fun meter' on the front burner. It feels good to be like, my way is the best way for me, instead of trying to fit myself into so many different molds." SOCIAL@jesstonn@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this rerun episode of Home in Progress, sponsored by RepcoLite Paints and Benjamin Moore, Dan Hansen opens with a personal update about his golden retriever, Maggie, whose health emergency led to a change in this week's schedule. From there, the episode revisits a practical homeowner question: does air duct cleaning actually reduce dust in the home?Dan shares listener feedback and real-world experiences with duct cleaning, noting that while some homeowners notice a cleaner smell or short-term improvement, most do not report a dramatic, game-changing reduction in dust. He explains when duct cleaning may be worth considering, especially for allergy sufferers, homes that have recently gone through renovation work, and households with pets that shed heavily. He also offers a simple DIY inspection tip using an inexpensive snake camera so homeowners can see what is actually inside their ducts before spending money on a cleaning service.The second half of the episode features highlights from Dan's conversation with painter Keegan Summers of Vivid Creative Contracting. Keegan talks about growing up in a fourth-generation painting family, stepping away for college and the Air Force, and eventually finding meaning and purpose in the trades. The conversation covers common DIY painting mistakes, how to fix paint problems, the importance of prep work, and what homeowners often misunderstand about professional painters.Keegan also shares practical advice on cabinet painting, including multi-stage cleaning, sanding, and the amount of prep required for a long-lasting finish. He discusses favorite tools and products, including microfiber rollers and Benjamin Moore Scuff-X, and makes a strong case for young people considering the trades before taking on major college debt.Timestamps00:00 Welcome and Rerun Announcement00:33 Maggie's Health Update02:33 Why This Week's Episode Is a Rerun03:17 Recapping the Dust Problem04:32 The Reality of Air Duct Cleaning06:36 Is Duct Cleaning Worth the Money?07:44 A Simple DIY Duct Inspection Tip09:08 Meet Painter Keegan Summers09:56 Growing Up in a Painting Family11:43 College, the Air Force, and a Career Detour14:33 Finding Meaning in Trade Work16:09 Why Purpose Matters in Your Work19:26 Back from the Break19:44 What Homeowners Misunderstand About Painters20:00 Common DIY Painting Mistakes21:35 How to Fix Paint Problems23:05 Bats on the Ladder25:05 Favorite Tools, Rollers, and Paint Products30:08 Cabinet Painting Prep and Process34:29 Life Beyond the Job36:19 Why the Trades Can Beat College Debt39:12 Wrap-Up and Final Offers

Can you succeed without setting expectations & goals to hit?In Episode #520 of 'Meanderings', Juan & I discuss: riff on dreaming big: how our top‑level life aims can stay steady for decades while the reasons and execution evolve, whether you truly need a “big dream” to reach elite performance, how to cultivate direction in your twenties by chasing curiosity and I tease a 20‑year out‑of‑this‑world goal that's resurfaced from childhood. Stan Link: https://stan.store/meremortalsTimeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:03:22) Decades, seasons of life and planning horizons(00:07:56) Hinting at a 20-year goal out of this world(00:10:29) Belief, luck, and the role of drive(00:14:29) Stumbling into success and the power of effort(00:18:14) Visualisation that works: mindset vs magic(00:23:01) Aspirations shift: presence over prestige(00:29:56) Massive Transformational Purpose and skill discovery(00:32:01) Follow your obsession? Benefits and pitfalls(00:36:00) Meaning, contentment and age(00:40:13) Small dreams, goals, and purposeful practice(00:45:26) Wrap-up and value-for-value sign-off Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

From the Bay Area to global stages, Noodles shares her journey of self-discovery, confidence, and carving out space for women in music. We dive into her evolution as an artist, the reality of DJing, opening for Skrillex, and how she balances creative hustle with personal growth. Plus, what's next for Noodles in 2025 and beyond. Creative Ambiance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creative_ambiance/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@creativeambiance Twitter: https://twitter.com/ambiancepodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rMRH8DVAWKrRGjdMkVMfk?si=0FHGGaYyRFWpEVRyqX0p7w Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ambiance/id1466436193 DJ Noodles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noodz TikTok: https://tr.ee/L9a9v23uVR Soundcloud: https://tr.ee/UI8MSRKLuf Everything: https://linktr.ee/bbnoodz?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Often in life, we grow confident in our own abilities. We work hard, provide for our families, pursue education, and rely on our skills to get by. But there are things in this life we simply cannot do on our own. No matter how many good deeds we do or how moral a life we try to live, we cannot earn eternal life by our own merit. That's why Jesus came to this earth, to pay the price for our sins. And today, Pastor Bill encourages you to let Jesus into your life, receive His gift of grace, and find eternal life in Him.

What happens when life doesn't go according to plan—and the identity you expected no longer fits? In this episode, Michelle sits down with Lana Manikowski to explore life after infertility, and the deeper conversations around identity, worthiness, and redefining success as a woman. They discuss: The emotional impact of infertility and unmet expectations How women internalize worthiness through achievement and motherhood Why belonging can feel challenging—and how to reclaim it A new perspective on purpose that removes pressure and creates freedom Expanding connection, community, and meaning in your life This episode is a grounded, honest look at what it means to rebuild your story—and how to create a life that feels purposeful, connected, and fully your own.

As we go through this world, we can sometimes forget that our purpose on this earth isn't simply to suffer. We weren't created to be tormented or discarded. God created us with a purpose. And along with that purpose, God has given us His promises: to always be with us, to guide us through every storm, and to offer us everlasting life if we choose Him. So today, Pastor Bill reminds you that the trials you're going through are only temporary. Choose Jesus and receive His gift of grace.

In this episode of Mental Note Podcast, Ellie Pike sits down with Harper Reed—eating disorder survivor and recovery coach—for an honest conversation about eating disorder recovery, grief, anxiety, and what it really takes to rebuild your life after feeling stuck. Harper shares how years of cycling in and out of treatment eventually gave way to a powerful mindset shift: realizing she had to build a life worth recovering for. Together, they explore identity beyond diagnosis, the challenge of unstructured time, and the small, meaningful steps that help us reconnect to purpose. Whether you're navigating recovery, processing loss, or simply feeling stuck in a rut, this episode offers grounded hope and practical encouragement for moving forward—one manageable step at a time.   Links: Harper Reed Instagram @harperreed.coaching Website: Harper Reed Coaching   Mental Note Podcast www.mentalnotepodcast.com  Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center: www.pathlightbh.com     Eating Recovery Center: www.eatingrecoverycenter.com Free Group Support: www.pathlightbh.com/support-groups    Free Evaluation with a Trained Therapist:  (877) 850-7199 

In this episode of Off the Mats Podcast, I sit down with Muay Thai coach and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt Brandon Davis, also known as Coach Thor, from Crazy 88 MMA in Severna Park. Brandon returns to the podcast to catch up on everything that's changed since his last appearance, including the stresses of coaching, his evolution as a martial artist, and what it actually takes to stay consistent on the mats over time. We talk about recent Saturday training sessions at Crazy 88 and the mental stress that comes with retooling technique, something every grappler experiences but rarely talks about. From there, the conversation shifts into the pressure of being a coach, balancing personal growth while guiding others, and what responsibility really feels like when you're leading a room. We also break down the UFC Freedom 250 fight card with predictions and reactions to the main matchups, before closing things out with a discussion on the NFL offseason and how competition, preparation, and mindset carry across sports. This episode is less about technique and more about what happens behind the scenes, the adjustments, the pressure, and the long-term commitment it takes to keep showing up. If you train, coach, or just appreciate the process of getting better over time, this conversation will hit.

Crystal Paine returns to The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast for a deeply encouraging conversation about what it takes to move from constantly behind and worn out to a life marked by peace, purpose, and intention. In this episode, Crystal and Ginny talk about motherhood, margin, money, home rhythms, digital distraction, raising capable kids, learning from failure, and the long view that changes everything when your days feel full and frayed. Crystal's wisdom is practical, honest, and full of hope for moms who feel like they are carrying too much, and this episode will leave listeners believing that small shifts really can change the atmosphere of a home. Check out Crystal's website, as well as her books including: Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, The Time Saving Mom, Love Centered Parenting, and her latest book that releases in September The Seven Habits of Financially Healthy Women . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when your identity as an athlete evolves, but your passion for movement, innovation, and challenge stays the same?In episode 134 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I'm joined by Jennifer Maxwell, co-founder of PowerBar and creator of JAMBAR, to talk about running, entrepreneurship, fueling a large, active family, and finding new passions later in life.Jennifer helped launch the global bar category back in 1985 with her husband, long before fueling strategies became a core part of endurance performance. But this conversation goes far beyond the history of energy bars.Jennifer and I discuss:How she ran her first marathon at the age of 13Her early interest in cooking and food scienceWhat it was like building PowerBar out of her apartment while still in collegeHow she balanced running a business, training, and raising 6 childrenHow her relationship with running changed after having kids, and especially after her husband's sudden death in 2004Why learning the drums later in life became such an important outletWhat inspired her return to the bar business decades later with JAMBARJennifer's story is a powerful reminder that your identity is never fixed. How you move and fuel your body as well as how you spend your time is meant to evolve across different seasons of life.

Let's get one thing straight: this is not a fan girl episode. It's a masterclass in women's economic power, using one of the most undeniable case studies of our time — Taylor Swift. In this episode of This Is Woman's Work, Nicole Kalil sits down with economist and researcher Misty Heggeness, author of Swiftynomics, to break down what happens when women stop playing small and start reshaping entire industries. Because whether people like Taylor Swift or not? Irrelevant. What she's done for ownership, influence, and economic impact? Undeniable. This conversation dives into the data behind the headlines — exposing how women have always been driving the economy… just without the credit. In this episode, they explore: What “Swiftynomics” actually means (and why it's bigger than Taylor Swift) Why traditional economic metrics undervalue women (and always have) How women drive over 80% of consumer spending — and what that means for power The rise of female-led content, companies, and cultural influence Why backlash against powerful women is predictable… and irrelevant The economic shift happening when women support women — and stop supporting what doesn't support them Why equity in the workplace and at home benefits everyone (yes, even men) This isn't about celebrity. It's about who holds power, who gets recognized for it, and who's done waiting for permission. This episode reframes Taylor Swift as more than a pop icon — she's proof of what happens when women own their work, their voice, and their value, and in doing so, redefine the entire economic landscape. Thank you to our sponsors! Shopify has everything all in one place, making your life easier and your business operations smoother. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tiww  Gusto is online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. It's all-in-one, remote-friendly, and incredibly easy to use—so you can pay, hire, onboard, and support your team from anywhere! Try Gusto today at gusto.com/TIWW, and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Refresh your spring wardrobe with Quince. Go to Quince.com/TIWW for free shipping and 365-day returns! Connect with Misty: Website: https://www.mistyheggeness.com/  Book: https://www.instagram.com/swiftynomics/  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/swiftynomics.bsky.social  X: https://bsky.app/profile/swiftynomics.bsky.social  Related Podcast Episodes: Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Cultivate Audacity with Anne Marie Anderson | 276 Joan Lunden on Reinvention, Leadership & Life Beyond the Script | 392 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Is today's stress truly heavier than past generations, or just louder? We unpack the idea of being overwhelmed and share practical ways to refill your soul so you can lead and live from a place of rest instead of depletion.

"I produced some badass fights for UFC...and they were waiting for me to lose."- Demetrious Johnson On this episode of The Pivot Podcast, the guys sit down with one of the most technically brilliant fighters in combat sports history, Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson. Widely considered one of the greatest flyweights of all time, Johnson opens up about the journey that shaped him — from a difficult childhood to becoming a global MMA icon to the disappointment of never having the fight platform he earned. Johnson reflects on growing up with a deaf mother and the responsibility and resilience that came with it. Not meeting his biological father until later in life, Demetrious' mom and sister were always at forefront of his choices, as he worked to turn his aggression and frustration into championship wrestling and competition skills. He shares how those early experiences forged the discipline and mindset that would later define his career. The conversation dives into the highs and lows of his time in the UFC, the challenges he faced during turbulent moments in the promotion, and the pivotal decision that led him to continue his legacy on the global stage of MMA. Beyond championships and highlight-reel finishes, Johnson talks about what the sport has meant to him and the mark he hopes to leave behind. He discusses the evolution of mixed martial arts, his role in elevating the flyweight division, and how he wants to be remembered by the next generation of fighters. A complicated and often misunderstood relationship with Dana White led to Demetrious being a part of history, as the first trade in MMA with Ben Askren going to the UFC while DJ landed in a different MMA platform. Ryan goes in-depth about the elite skill set that defined DJ's career, how he ranks amongst the top MMA fighters and how his legacy is remembered. Outside the cage, the conversation turns personal. Johnson opens up about fatherhood, marriage, and the balance between being a world-class athlete and a present husband and dad. It's a candid and thoughtful look at the man behind “Mighty Mouse,” his values, and the legacy he's building both inside and outside the cage as well as raising children with transparency and exposing them to the harsh realties of culture, race and social issues facing the world now. A powerful conversation about perseverance, humility, and greatness you don't want to miss...Pivot Family, comment, like, hit the subscribe button, we enjoy hearing and learning from you- the good and the bad, we want to know! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, I'm sitting down with iconic journalist and former Good Morning America host Joan Lunden to discuss her brand-new memoir, Life Beyond the Script. She shares the accidentally radical moments that defined her career—from becoming Sacramento's first weather girl with zero experience to being the first woman to bring a baby on set and advocate for breastfeeding on national television. Read the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/810