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Donald Trump posts an overtly racist video, Republicans briefly squirm, and the usual defenses start to crack. JVL and Sarah Longwell explain why this moment exposed GOP cowardice, how Trump's vanity and distractions are starting to cost him politically, and what billionaire media self-destruction says about power, accountability, and the institutions being hollowed out.Paid members of The Bulwark get access to FULL episodes of Secret Podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Substack.

From Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast and his new Netflix special, I am joined in Austin by the lovely Matt McCusker. This episode is brought to you by Blue Chew. Save 10% off your first month with Promo Code: FITZDOG at BlueChew.com Follow Greg Fitzsimmons: Facebook: https://facebook.com/FitzdogRadio Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregfitzsimmons Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregfitzshow Official Website: http://gregfitzsimmons.com Tour Dates: https://bit.ly/GregFitzTour Merch: https://bit.ly/GregFitzMerch “Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons” Book: https://amzn.to/2Z2bB82 “Life on Stage” Comedy Special: https://bit.ly/GregFitzSpecial Listen to Greg Fitzsimmons: Fitzdog Radio: https://bit.ly/FitzdogRadio Sunday Papers: http://bit.ly/SundayPapersPod Childish: http://childishpod.com Watch more Greg Fitzsimmons: Latest Uploads: https://bit.ly/latestGregFitz Fitzdog Radio: https://bit.ly/radioGregFitz Sunday Papers: https://bit.ly/sundayGregFitz Stand Up Comedy: https://bit.ly/comedyGregFitz Popular Videos: https://bit.ly/popGregFitz About Greg Fitzsimmons: Mixing an incisive wit with scathing sarcasm, Greg Fitzsimmons is an accomplished stand-up, an Emmy Award winning writer, and a host on TV, radio and his own podcasts. Greg is host of the popular “FitzDog Radio” podcast (https://bit.ly/FitzdogRadio), as well as “Sunday Papers” with co-host Mike Gibbons (http://bit.ly/SundayPapersPod) and “Childish” with co-host Alison Rosen (http://childishpod.com). A regular with Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Kimmel, Greg also frequents “The Joe Rogan Experience,” “Lights Out with David Spade,” and has made more than 50 visits to “The Howard Stern Show.” Howard gave Greg his own show on Sirius/XM which lasted more than 10 years. Greg's one-hour standup special, “Life On Stage,” was named a Top 10 Comedy Release by LA Weekly. The special premiered on Comedy Central and is now available on Amazon Prime, as a DVD, or a download (https://bit.ly/GregFitzSpecial). Greg's 2011 book, Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons (https://amzn.to/2Z2bB82), climbed the best-seller charts and garnered outstanding reviews from NPR and Vanity Fair. Greg appeared in the Netflix series “Santa Clarita Diet,” the Emmy-winning FX series “Louie,” spent five years as a panelist on VH1's “Best Week Ever,” was a reoccurring panelist on “Chelsea Lately,” and starred in two half-hour stand-up specials on Comedy Central. Greg wrote and appeared on the Judd Apatow HBO series “Crashing.” Writing credits include HBO's “Lucky Louie,” “Cedric the Entertainer Presents,” “Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher,” “The Man Show” and many others. On his mantle beside the four Daytime Emmys he won as a writer and producer on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” sit “The Jury Award for Best Comedian” from The HBO Comedy Arts Festival and a Cable Ace Award for hosting the MTV game show "Idiot Savants." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If Projectors are designed for success, why do so many of them feel stuck, overlooked, or burned out?  In this episode, Nicole explores one of the biggest misconceptions quietly holding Projectors back — especially in business. If you're a Projector who knows you're capable of more but keeps hesitating, second-guessing, or pulling back when things start to feel like "too much," this conversation will resonate. Rather than focusing on how much energy Projectors do or don't have, this episode reframes the issue entirely. Nicole breaks down how perception, past burnout, and outdated beliefs about capacity create invisible limits — and how those limits directly impact recognition, invitations, and success. What feels like self-protection may actually be the very thing standing in the way. You'll also hear why success for Projectors isn't about doing less, but about structuring things differently — with enough space, support, and self-trust to stay aligned. From time management to visibility, this episode challenges the idea that Projectors need to play small in order to stay well. If you're ready to stop limiting yourself, reconnect with what makes you magnetic, and redefine success on your own terms, this episode will leave you feeling grounded, empowered, and curious about what's possible next. Listen now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart We have a NEW HD membership community!! It is all about creating alignment, action, and consistency in your business with Human Design. To join The HD Authority Lab at the special pre-sale rate click the link HERE or DM Nicole "Lab" on Instagram for info. To sign up for the G Center: Identity Upgrade Workshop DM Nicole "GCenter" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial or go to Nicolelaino.com/gcenter  To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design, click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!  If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

JVL and Sarah came in hottt today, angry about . . . all of it? Journalists are now being arrested. Masked DHS agents are still terrorizing Minneapolis. The worst “free speech” people you know are building a state media ecosystem. And the Melania movie is here.Paid members of The Bulwark get access to the FULL episode of The Secret Podcast. Join today on Apple Podcasts, Substack or YouTube.

Why does February feel so emotionally charged — and why does it seem impossible to ignore what's happening both inside us and out in the world right now?  In this episode, Nicole and Christina Luna explore the energetic landscape of February, beginning with the Human Design New Year and the themes that set the stage for what's unfolding. From Aquarius season's push toward authenticity and truth to the emotional intensity that marks the start of the month, they offer context for why so many people feel activated, unsettled, or deeply called at this moment. They highlight the powerful emotional circuitry present throughout February, including why sensitivity, principles, and fairness are taking center stage. Nicole and Christina talk about emotional waves, disappointment, and uncertainty — not as signs that something is wrong, but as invitations to develop greater emotional awareness and resilience. This episode reframes emotional discomfort as part of the growth process rather than something to fix or avoid. Zooming out to the collective level, they examine themes of community, leadership, and the social agreements we've relied on for generations. What does it really mean to care? Who is responsible for taking action when systems no longer feel supportive or aligned? With major energetic shifts on the horizon, this discussion asks you to consider your role within the larger whole — and whether now is the time to engage more consciously. If you've been feeling the urge to speak up, reassess your direction, or understand why emotions seem closer to the surface than usual, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and grounding. February may be unpredictable, but it also carries the potential for meaningful insight, connection, and intentional choice. Listen now! Get the monthly calendar that shows you which transits are happening when at nicolelaino.com/transit To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast We have a NEW HD membership community!! It is all about creating alignment, action, and consistency in your business with Human Design. To join The HD Authority Lab at the special pre-sale rate, click here: http://nicolelaino.com/lab  or DM Nicole "Lab" on Instagram for info.   Connect with Christina: Visit her website at https://www.lunation.live/ Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lunation.live  Check out her YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@Lunascopes Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Have you ever wondered why you can feel so excited about something one day—and completely disconnected from it the next?  If you've ever told yourself you're "just not consistent," this episode may completely change how you see yourself. Using a real (anonymized) client case study, Nicole breaks down why so many Generators and Manifesting Generators feel frustrated, burnt out, or doubtful—even when they're doing "all the right things." This isn't about discipline, routines, or willpower. It's about where your decisions are actually coming from. In this episode, you'll learn how misaligned decision-making—especially decisions made from pressure, fear, or mental urgency—quietly drains your energy and sabotages sustainability. Nicole explains how the Not-Self shows up in business, how open centers can hijack your momentum, and why taking action without true sacral buy-in leads to the cycle of excitement → drop-off → self-doubt that so many entrepreneurs experience. You'll also hear what consistency actually looks like for sacral beings, why forcing yourself to "stick with it" often backfires, and how nervous system regulation plays a much bigger role in business growth than most people realize.  If you're questioning your motivation, your strategy, or yourself, this conversation offers a powerful reframe and a clearer path forward. If you're ready to stop trying to be consistent like everyone else—and start working with your energy instead of against it—this episode is for you. Tune in now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart We have a NEW HD membership community!! It is all about creating alignment, action, and consistency in your business with Human Design. To join The HD Authority Lab at the special pre-sale rate click the link here or DM Nicole "Lab" on Instagram for info.   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    To sign up for the G Center: Identity Upgrade Workshop DM Nicole "GCenter" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial or go to Nicolelaino.com/gcenter    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!  If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Happy New Year, and welcome back to another episode of the Best Kept Secret podcast show featuring the best tracks in electronic music mixed by the one and only, DJ Jon Lockley. As AI is starting to gain more and more power, the Lockstar thought it would be cool to see how well AI knows the style of DJ Jon Lockley. Jon went to ChatGPT and put in the prompt, "Give me a list of 16 Progressive House tracks DJ Jon Lockley would play in a one hour set. Make sure the next song in the set matches with the track before it on the harmonic scale." Surprisingly, ChatGPT provided songs that pretty much match the style of Progressive House Jon plays. However, ChatGPT did not do so well on the keys of the songs, so Jon had to get those dialed in. I have to say, the mix is good and it sounds very much like a set Jon would play. Ultimately, you can judge for yourself. Let us know in the comments of how well you think AI did in picking the songs for Jon. As always, enjoy the journey and if you like what you're hearing, like, comment, and share! Oh, there's new artwork for the podcast, as well!Tracklist:1.       Lane 8-Atlas2.       Tinlicker-Just To Hear You Say(Extended Mix)3.       EDX-Moyo(Extended Mix)4.       Fab Massimo-Diamond Rings(Vakabular Extended Mix)5.       Yotto-Another Riff For The Good Times6.       Steve Parry-What You Make It(Renato Cohen Mix)7.       Spencer Brown, Qrion-20ms(Cristoph Extended Mix)8.       Double Touch-Pomelo9.       ARTBAT-Upperground10.   Kamilo Sanclemente-Transit Saturn11.   Nils Hoffman-Let Me Go(Extended Mix)12.   Yotto-Fire Walk13.   Luttrell-What Do You Feel(Extended Mix)

JVL and Sarah Longwell discuss the latest—from Trump's sinking poll numbers and the Greenland spectacle to escalating ICE actions and local resistance. They also talk about new focus-group findings showing Gen Z Trump voters cooling on JD Vance (and warming to Marco Rubio), react to the White House's use of AI imagery in political messaging, and critique Jared Kushner's glossy “Dubai for Gaza” redevelopment pitch, with a look at how Michigan protest politics is landing now.Full episodes of the The Secret Podcast are available to paid supporters of the Bulwark on Substack, YouTube and Apple Podcasts.

Neal Brennan interviews Matt McCusker (Matt & Shane's Secret Podcast, New Netflix Special: A Humble Offering) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks. 00:00 Intro 00:15 Neal Reacts to Matt's Special 5:36 Matt & Shane's Secret Podcast 8:43 Parenting 16:05 Panic Attacks 29:04 Therapy and Psychology 30:14 Sponsor: Huel 32:15 Sponsor: Superpower 34:18 Relationships 37:51 Anger 41:14 Therapy & Self-Help 48:54 How Men Can Deal with the Menstrual Cycle 55:34 Sponsor: Squarespace 57:42 Sponsor: Bubs Naturals 1:00:07 Directionlessness 1:04:28 Dissociation 1:18:48 How his life has improved Thanks to our sponsors! Visit https://www.huel.com/Neal20 to get 20% off online ' Visit https://www.superpower.com/NEAL and use promo code NEAL for $20 off! Visit https://www.squarespace.com/NEAL to save 10% off your first purchase Visit https://www.bubsnaturals.com and use promo code NEAL for 20% off Bubs Naturals. ---------------------------------------------------------- Follow Neal Brennan: https://www.instagram.com/nealbrennan https://twitter.com/nealbrennan https://www.tiktok.com/@mrnealbrennan Watch Neal Brennan: Crazy Good on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81728557 Watch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234 Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased). Edited by Will Hagle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do certain things happening in the world feel impossible for you to ignore, while others seem completely unfazed by them?  In this episode, Nicole explores one of the most overlooked yet illuminating aspects of Human Design: circuitry. While many people focus on type, authority, or profile, circuitry reveals why some topics, causes, and conversations feel deeply personal to you — and why they may not hold the same weight for someone else. This conversation centers on the collective circuit and how it influences the way we observe, process, and respond to what's happening around us. Nicole shares why collective people often feel called to speak up, share stories, or point out patterns — especially during times of social or political tension — and why not being heard can feel so frustrating or even exhausting. Nicole connects circuitry to business and visibility. If you've ever felt pulled toward sharing your voice publicly but struggled with motivation, consistency, or your relationship with social media, this episode offers clarity. Nicole also explains how understanding your circuitry can help you stop forcing yourself into strategies that don't fit and instead work with the way you're naturally designed to communicate and contribute. Ultimately, this episode is about self-trust and self-observation. Rather than telling you what you "should" do, it invites you to understand how you're meant to operate — so you can share, create, and show up in ways that feel aligned, sustainable, and true to who you are. Listen now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the free Gene Keys & Gates Guide, DM Nicole "Gates" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial/ To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!  Listen to Episode 384: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xJ5qT70jiBHl5s2Whs9IF?si=12582c93b70e47fa If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.

Sarah and JVL discuss the Minneapolis shooting and the growing backlash to ICE tactics, the collapse of public support for Trump across key polls, MAGA's “comply or die” hypocrisy, a potential split between “MAGA” and “non-MAGA” Republicans, the political damage of masked federal force, and farce surrounding the Trump's “gift” of a Nobel Peace Prize.

Robert Kelly, Luis J. Gomez, Joe List, and Dan Soder discuss Bobby saving a girl in from drowning and the guys destroy him for it, how to actually save a drowning person, Lemaire Lee from Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast tweeting at the REGZ, books, comics, magazines, pogs, make the producers tell jokes, the roast of Joe List, New Year's Resolutions, and more! Presented by YKWD and GaS Digital. LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-regz/id1700969607 SOCIALS Robert Kelly @ykwdpodcast https://robertkellylive.com/https://www.instagram.com/robertkellylive/ Luis J. Gomez https://luisofskanks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/gomezcomedy/https://twitter.com/luisjgomez Joe List https://twitter.com/JoeListComedy https://www.instagram.com/joelistcomedy/ Dan Soder https://www.dansoder.com/  https://www.instagram.com/dansoder/  SPONSORS  Rocket Money Get to Your Financial Goals http://RocketMoney.com/REGZ LucyGet 20% off first order w/ code “REGZ” BodyBrain Coffee Use code REGZ20 to get 20% off https://www.BodyBrainCoffee.com/ PrizePicks Get $50 in lineups after placing your first $5 lineup https://www.prizepicks.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the year hasn't really started yet? While the calendar says January, Human Design tells a very different story. In this episode, Nicole shares why the energetic new year doesn't begin until late January and how that timing explains the sluggishness, emotional weight, or lack of clarity many people feel at the start of the year. Nicole looks at the collective Human Design chart for 2026 and the powerful themes shaping it. This is an emotional year centered on community, care, and responsibility, bringing attention to the bargains we've made—personally and collectively. Questions of loyalty, leadership, and who or what truly serves the people rise to the surface, asking us to notice where systems support us and where they fall short. There's added significance because this year marks the final chapter of a 400-year cycle known as the Cross of Planning. With repeated gates emphasizing hope, limitation, and emotional pressure, the energy suggests a moment of collective awareness and reckoning. What are we being asked to see clearly before this cycle closes, and what might need to change? This episode isn't about predicting your personal year—it's about understanding the larger energetic landscape we're all moving through. It offers perspective on why things may feel intense or uncertain right now, and invites you to reflect on how you want to participate in the world as this powerful transition unfolds. Tune in now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download your copy of the Unshakeable Year Planning Guide click here: https://nicolelaino.com/newyear  or DM Nicole "New Year 2026" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial/   To sign up for the G Center: Identity Upgrade Workshop DM Nicole "GCenter" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial or go to Nicolelaino.com/gcenter To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Have you ever wondered why Human Design can feel life-changing at first, but confusing or even frustrating as time goes on?  In this episode, Nicole takes a step back to look at the entire Human Design journey — not just what you learn at the beginning, but how your relationship with the system evolves over time and why results deepen with lived experience. No matter where you are on your path, this episode helps you orient yourself and see what's unfolding next. Nicole breaks down the four stages of evolution and expansion with Human Design, explaining the patterns she's seen after years of working with thousands of charts and clients. She shares why early stages often come with obsession, overthinking, or searching for answers in the chart — and why so many people get stuck before experiencing real, embodied change. You'll also hear how Human Design reveals the difference between forcing and allowing, and how contraction shows up in both life and business. Nicole explains why awareness alone isn't enough, the role deconditioning plays in sustainable growth, and what actually shifts when your energy starts working for you instead of against you. If you've ever felt like Human Design promised more than you're currently experiencing — or if it's already changing your life and you want to understand why — this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a grounded perspective on what this journey really looks like over time. Listen now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To sign up for the G Center: Identity Upgrade Workshop DM Nicole "GCenter" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial or go to Nicolelaino.com/gcenter To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

Sarah and JVL talk about the new video from the ICE agent as he killed Renee Good. It's tough and they're not sure quite where we go from here. Is the rule of law real? Or is everything might makes right?Also: Trump probably gets away with Venezuela, too. Good times.Paid members of the Bulwark get access to full episodes of the Secret show.

What if the reason you feel behind already this year isn't because you're doing something wrong—but because you're trying to move before the pressure is ready to release?  In this episode, Nicole reframes what January is actually meant for and why the urge to push, hustle, or "catch up" may be the very thing keeping you out of alignment. This conversation invites you to slow down, plan with intention, and understand how pressure works so you can use it rather than fight it. At the center of this episode is identity upgrading—not as a surface-level exercise in habits, routines, or aesthetics, but as a deeper energetic and unconscious shift. If you have a vision for what's next, the real question isn't just what do you need to do, but who do you need to be in order to hold that next level. And more importantly, how do you become that person in a way that's actually correct for you? Nicole talks about why so much identity work fails to stick, even when it's done with the best intentions. Advice that works beautifully for one person can quietly pull another into misalignment, especially when identity and direction aren't honored at an unconscious level. She also breaks down the difference between conscious identity work and the deeper recalibration that must happen first—particularly when it comes to the G-Center and how identity, purpose, and direction are uniquely wired for each individual. If you've ever felt like you're doing all the "right" things but still falling short, or like you're searching for your path and can't quite lock onto it, this episode offers a powerful reorientation. Tune in now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To sign up for the G Center: Identity Upgrade Workshop DM Nicole "GCenter" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial or go to Nicolelaino.com/gcenter To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

As we move through the final days of the year, uncertainty has a way of getting louder. Whether you're reflecting on a year that didn't go as planned or wondering how you'll recreate (or top) one that went incredibly well, this in-between space can feel heavy, pressured, and mentally exhausting.  In this episode, Nicole explores why this time of transition can be so uncomfortable—and how it can actually become one of the most powerful moments for clarity and expansion. Using Human Design as the lens,  Nicole breaks down what's really happening beneath the surface when fear, anxiety, or urgency start to creep in. You'll learn why clarity isn't something you "think" your way into, how over-relying on the mind keeps you stuck, and what it looks like to shift out of mental pressure and back into alignment with your body and energy. Nicole also walks through three core insights that help transform uncertainty into opportunity, including the role of your inner authority, why timing matters so much depending on your design, and how certain themes in your chart can pull you into doubt—or guide you back to trust—during moments of transition. Rather than offering generic mindset advice, this is a grounded, practical exploration of how your unique design influences the way clarity actually arrives for you. If you've been feeling pressure to have answers, to figure out the next move, or to "get it right" before the new year begins, this episode offers a different way forward—one rooted in self-trust, spaciousness, and alignment. Listen now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download your copy of the Unshakeable Year Planning Guide click the link: https://nicolelaino.com/newyear or DM Nicole "New Year 2026" on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nicolelainoofficial/   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

In this follow-up episode, we reconnect with Nicole Culver, whose secret podcast funnel was one of our most popular case studies. Nicole shares how she's evolved her private podcast strategy over two years, including a complete re-recording to incorporate low-ticket offers into her ecosystem. Discover why every single person who buys her high-ticket program Elevate still listens to her secret podcast, how she's successfully running ads to private podcasts, and what she's learned from teaching other entrepreneurs to create their own secret podcasts.Topics CoveredEvolution of the original secret podcast strategy over two yearsIntegration of low-ticket offers into the private podcast ecosystemComplete re-recording process and reasoning behind the updateRunning Facebook ads to private podcasts with specific targeting strategiesTeaching other entrepreneurs through the "Secret Podcast Starter Pack"Using private podcasts as "sideways webinars" with seamless pitch integrationCreating client-only private podcasts for ongoing supportThe importance of specificity in podcast topics for ad successLinks MentionedWebsite: https://nicoleculver.co/secretInstagram: https://instagram.com/nicoleculverMore from Hello AudioGrab a free trialYoutubeInstagramFacebook Group Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review! Thank you so much for tuning in to Launch Your Private Podcast.

George Conway is stepping away to run for Congress — but the show isn't ending! Sarah Longwell explains what's changing, what isn't, and why The Bulwark is sharing a full episode of The Secret Podcast. Go to https://HelloFresh.com/askgeorge10fm to get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.

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What if one word could shape every decision you make this year—and actually help you follow through?  In this episode, Nicole explores why traditional New Year's resolutions tend to fall apart and how choosing a word of the year can become a powerful anchor for focus, energy, and aligned action. Rather than setting rigid goals, this practice offers a way to hold a clear intention that guides your choices all year long. Nicole shares real behind-the-scenes context from her own business, including how past words like optimize and scale directly supported meaningful growth in both revenue and profit—without hustling harder or burning out. She explains how alignment, measurement, and commitment played a role, and why being energetically aligned with your direction makes execution simpler and more sustainable. You'll then be guided through how to choose your own word of the year using Human Design. Nicole offers specific reflection questions for each Human Design type—Projectors, Manifestors, Reflectors, Generators, and Manifesting Generators—so your word comes from a place that's actually correct for you, not from pressure, trends, or "shoulds." To bring it all together, Nicole shares her personal word for the year ahead and how it will act as a filter for what she says yes to—and what she won't. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your goals, disconnected from your motivation, or frustrated that your intentions don't last, this episode offers a grounded and energizing way to set the tone for the year ahead.   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together. 

What if the way you close this year determines how powerfully you step into the next one? As we approach the end of a deeply transformative cycle, this episode invites you to pause before rushing ahead. The energy of the Wood Snake has been subtle but intense—marked by shedding, introspection, and hard-earned wisdom—and ignoring that process now can have consequences later. With faster, more volatile energy on the horizon, this conversation explores why unresolved patterns—energetic, emotional, relational, or strategic—don't disappear just because the calendar turns. Instead of pushing forward prematurely, you'll hear why this moment is meant for intentional closure, and how slowing down now can create real momentum when things begin to accelerate. Nicole shares the perspective she's personally using to close out the year with clarity, highlighting the kinds of habits, stories, and dynamics that tend to surface during this phase. From internal beliefs to physical environments and relationships, the episode centers on discernment—what's ready to be released, what needs to be addressed, and what deserves to move forward with you. Grounding yet forward-focused, this episode is designed to help you transition consciously rather than reactively. If this year challenged you, reshaped you, or forced you to confront uncomfortable truths, this conversation offers a way to integrate those lessons—so you enter the next chapter prepared, steady, and ready to move. Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Donald Trump isn't just attacking the press, he's trying to own it. JVL and Sarah Longwell discuss how Trump is using merger approvals, billionaire allies, and corporate pressure to bend major media companies to his will, from CNN and CBS to the broader tech and news ecosystem. They explain why media consolidation creates a dangerous opening for political intimidation, how this power play has nothing to do with conservatism and everything to do with control, and why independent outlets like The Bulwark matter more than ever in an era where money, media, and government are colliding.

Are you stepping into a new year with clarity and intention—or with that familiar sense of uncertainty about how your business will actually generate results?  In this episode, Nicole shares the exact yearly and quarterly planning process she uses to create alignment, stability, and predictability in her business. You'll hear why so many entrepreneurs unintentionally operate in chaos mode—and how a flexible, supportive plan can bring you back into your power. Nicole breaks down the real reasons entrepreneurs stay stuck in the "busy but not productive" loop, constantly creating content but not seeing the sales to match. She shows you how structure can actually create space—helping you lead with intention, avoid knee-jerk decisions, and align your energy with the goals you set. You'll also learn why mixing day-to-day selling with strategic conversion events matters, and how understanding the phases of visibility, nurturing, and conversion can transform your revenue into something far more predictable. Nicole explains how quarterly planning helps you focus on what truly moves the needle, rather than getting swept up in month-to-month pressure. If you're craving a business approach that blends Human Design, aligned strategy, and flexibility—this episode offers the support and clarity you need to map out a powerful 2026. It's your chance to step into the new year feeling grounded, intentional, and truly unshakable. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

What if Human Design is far more complex, scientific, and spiritually sophisticated than most people realize?    In this episode, Nicole sits down with Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner, a pioneering voice in the Human Design space whose work spans decades of research, spiritual practice, and psychological inquiry. Dr. Eleanor shares her unconventional path—psychic awareness from childhood, rigorous academic training, and deep study in esoteric systems—and how it all led to a framework that challenges conventional interpretations of Human Design. Dr. Eleanor opens up about her time working with Ra Uru Hu, offering a rare perspective on the origins of the system, the limitations of how it was taught publicly, and the surprising findings uncovered through scientific analysis. When she began testing the structure of Human Design statistically, some elements held up brilliantly—while others didn't. She explains how this research evolved into the "four worlds," a multidimensional framework showing that a single chart only captures a fraction of our consciousness and potential. Together, Nicole and Eleanor explore the nuances of type, emotional development, and spiritual transformation, as well as the powerful role of early childhood in shaping how we operate. Eleanor offers thought-provoking insights for parents, explaining why honoring the energetic nature of a child can support healthier development than attempting to mold them into expected behaviors. Throughout the conversation, she reveals how understanding this expanded perspective on Human Design can soften judgment, deepen compassion, and create more aligned relationships. This conversation challenges assumptions and reframes Human Design as a living, evolving system that illuminates the complexity of being human. If you're ready to expand your thinking beyond surface-level interpretations and explore Human Design as a tool for awakening and integration, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Connect with Dr. Eleanor : - Visit her website at https://nobleenergywellness.com/  - Follow Dr. Eleanor on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dreleanor1/   Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

This a preview of The Secret Podcast, where Sarah and JVL go off-leash and uncensored in an intimate conversation. The full episode is available for paid Bulwark members on Apple Podcasts, Substack and YouTube! Sarah and JVL are in meat-space talking about the Donald J. Trump buildings coming soon to a town near you. And also why liberalism needs to fight. But the big topic is all of the feelings they've got from being at the annual Bulwark all-hands get together. Warning: Emo JVL is a bit much.

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Note: Sarah and JVL recorded this episode on Wednesday, November 26. JVL and Sarah Longwell break down why pardoning January 6 felons might be the most dangerous move of his presidency yet. By promising protection to anyone who commits crimes on his behalf, Trump is building a loyalty pipeline straight out of a mob movie… and the Supreme Court is giving him the cover he needs.

Welcome back to another episode of the Best Kept Secret podcast show ft. DJ Jon Lockley. Today is Thanksgiving, so lets all be thankful that Jon has provided us with another excellent mix. This month's mix brings us some nice Melodic and Progressive House. Best to pop your Airpods in, lay back, close your eyes and let this one ride out for its duration. This mix blends deep, progressive grooves with lush, euphoric melodies, soaring synth leads, and heartfelt vocal hooks to create an uplifiing journey through sound. As always, if you like what you're hearing, like, comment, and share. Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!

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MAGA comedian Shane Gillis (lol wtf) discusses Trump and Biden on Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. Louis CK's new meditative set, explored by Jason Zinoman, focuses heavily on aging and faith. Sebastian Maniscalco reveals scheduling conflicts with an SNL sketch. Kevin Hart shares his thoughts on failure and success in a podcast. John Mulaney-directed Robbie Hoffman's Netflix special gets a December release. Patton Oswalt talks about the role of comedy in politics. Daryl Hammond recounts his experience portraying Dick Cheney. Jay Leno opens up about his wife's battle with dementia, sharing his dedication and love through humor and cherished memories.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.

Trump crossed a line, again. JVL and Sarah Longwell discuss Trump's latest tantrum: calling for Democratic senators to be put to death after they released a video reminding service members they don't have to follow illegal orders. Yes, really.Then we get into the Epstein-email panic, why Trump suddenly pretended to support releasing documents he fought for years, and what's really pressuring him behind the scenes, Dick Cheney's funeral, and the singles vaccine. Don't worry, Sarah WILL BE GETTING IT!

The episode opens with the usual Friday-night fanfare before you two tumble into a decidedly nerdy tangent about podcast intros. Daniel plays a clip from The Secret Podcast and marvels at how effortlessly polished their cold-open style is, which sparks a longer chat about pacing, structure, and the sometimes-chaotic charm of The Gay Mix. From there you wander into entertainment talk: theatrical productions, movies adapted for the stage, and Adam's deeply mixed feelings about Clue—a show he swears is equal parts murder mystery and organizational nightmare. The two of you trade jabs about Big Fatty's famously delayed opinions and riff on Broadway rules, seating, ticket pricing, and why certain shows hit differently depending on the venue.The middle of the episode drifts into broader cultural grumbling—late-night hosts finding their groove again, political exhaustion, and the emotional drag of constant news cycles. That sets Adam up perfectly to launch into The News Game, complete with his signature quizmaster energy as Daniel does his best to keep up. Afterward, listener interaction takes the spotlight with voicemails and comments that send you both down side-roads ranging from home maintenance to random show callbacks. The conversation stays loose and mischievous as ever, skimming everything from everyday annoyances to oddly specific pet peeves.The episode wraps with the Birthdays segment, delivering the week's celebrity milestones with Daniel's reliably encyclopedic flair and Adam's running commentary. You close things out with a touch of tech chatter and the usual comfortable banter, easing the landing after an hour of zig-zagging through culture, media, and listener shenanigans.Email: contact@MixMinusPodcast.comVoice/SMS: 707-613-3284

JVL and Catherine Rampell (filling in for Sarah) dig into the latest Epstein revelations and what they expose about the darker, unsteady corners of the GOP. The conversation traces how a party already splintering under internal contradictions keeps getting dragged into fresh scandals, bad actors, and self-inflicted wounds.

JVL is half-delirious from the shingles vaccine and Sarah Longwell is dragging him through one of the wildest weeks in politics. From massive Democratic wins to Jeff Flake's fantasy-land op-ed, Elon Musk's trillion-dollar ego trip, and the jaw-dropping humanitarian fallout from dismantling USAID. They break down why Republicans are in full disarray, how Trump's SNAP showdown is backfiring, and what new polling says about the road ahead.

JVL and Sarah talk about Socialism, Jersey, Virginia, MTG, and the Heritage Foundation's panic that someone might think they don't approve of white nationalist Nick Fuentes. It's a whole thing. You'll love it.

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Tommy Pope sits down with Matt McCusker and Shawn Gardini. Matt has a new Netflix special out "A Humble Offering" Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis also have a podcast Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. Shawn Gardini can be seen on MSSP and has a monthly show in Austin called Optimum Noctis Comedians Chris and Tommy Pope are making all kinds of Stuff on the paytch. Each week they talk about anything & everything under the sun. Tommy also chefs up some delicious meals. It's a blast, folks. Check out our second channel @LookatDish where Tommy Pope and Chris O'Connor cook elaborate meals with your favorite comedians As always, get your first month of BlueChew FREE Just use promo codeSTUFFISLAND at checkout and pay five bucks for shipping. That's it. Join BlueChew's mission to upgrade humanity one thrust at a time. Head to https://www.BlueChew.com Today, get Huel for FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF with this exclusive offer for New Customers only withcode insertcode at https://huel.com/stuffisland (Minimum $75 purchase). SUB TO PATREON: patreon.com/stuffisland Follow Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/achrisoconnor Follow Tommy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tommyjpope #comedy #comedypodcast #comedians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Gillis mentioned possibly taking a break from comedy on Matt and Sheen's Secret Podcast. David Cross talks to Vanity Fair about his views on comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. Stavros Halkias theorizes about anti-incel content on his podcast. Joe Rogan speculates on Michael Jackson's romantic songs and songwriting. Andrew Schultz performs in Abu Dhabi and discusses the independent creator trend. Adam Sandler receives praise from George Clooney for his dramatic role at the AFI Fest. Marc Maron shares an anecdote about Bruce Springsteen on Jimmy Fallon's show, where Fallon reacts as if surprised. Ramy Yusef previews new material at Town Hall, and Jay Leno discusses cars with James May.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series  (it's only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews  

What if your purpose wasn't something you had to find, but something you were meant to live—every single day? In this episode, Nicole unpacks how your incarnation cross shapes the way you lead, build, and grow your business. She explains why understanding your Human Design isn't about memorizing your chart, but embodying your unique energy so your business becomes a reflection of who you truly are. Through her own story and the transformations she's witnessed in her clients, Nicole reveals how your incarnation cross acts as a guiding compass for both personal and professional evolution. She shares how alignment and authenticity come not from forcing or figuring things out, but from trusting your design and leading from energetic integrity. You'll discover how to shift out of confusion and contraction, step into your gifts with clarity, and create success that actually feels like you. If you've ever wondered how to connect your deeper purpose to your business, this conversation will show you what it looks like to stop chasing alignment—and start becoming it. Listen now! Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast    Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more!    If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

Have you ever wondered why you keep attracting the same kinds of relationships—or why certain dynamics show up in both your personal life and your business?    In this episode, Nicole sits down with Jessica Baum, a 2/4 Pure Generator, licensed psychotherapist, and bestselling author of Anxiously Attached, to unpack the hidden patterns that shape how we connect, love, and lead. Jessica shares insights from her upcoming book Safe: An Attachment-Informed Guide to Building More Secure Relationships, and together they explore how understanding attachment theory can become a roadmap for healing and creating more fulfilling connections. Through heartfelt stories and clear explanations, Jessica breaks down the four main attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and shows how these early patterns influence our adult lives. She explains how attachment wounds live in the body, shaping our nervous system responses and influencing the way we handle love, conflict, and even success. Nicole brings in the lens of Human Design, connecting the energetic and emotional aspects of our patterns to how we show up in our relationships and careers. Jessica and Nicole also talk about what true healing looks like: learning to feel safe in your body, finding supportive relationships that help regulate your nervous system, and honoring the coping mechanisms—or “protectors”—that once kept you safe.  If you've ever felt stuck in repeating cycles or longed for more ease in your relationships, this episode will help you see that transformation is possible.  Listen now!   Learn more about your Human Design and get your full chart for free at https://www.nicolelaino.com/chart   To download the Secret Podcast on how to Build & Scale Your Business with Human Design click here: nicolelaino.com/secretpodcast  Connect with Jessica Baum: - Visit her website at https://jessicabaumlmhc.com/interview  - Follow Jessica Baum on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/@beselffull  - ​​Don't miss Jessica Baum's upcoming release, Safe: An Attachment-Informed Guide to Building More Secure Relationships, out October 28. Be sure to visit nicolelaino.com/podcastlinks for all of the current links to events, freebies, and more! If you enjoyed this week's episode, I'd so appreciate you doing a few things for me:  Please subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts.  Tag me @nicolelainoofficial on your IG stories with a story of you listening to the podcast and I'll make sure to share your post!  Interested in learning more about working with me? Click here to learn more about how we can work together.   

This week Sarah and JVL did something they haven't done for a couple of years: they just . . . hung out and asked each other questions. Some stuff about life. Some stuff about The Bulwark. Some stuff about the world. Hope you enjoy listening as much as they enjoyed visiting with each other.

Matt McCusker of "Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast" is back without Shane to promote his new Netflix special "A Humble Offering." He brings his publicist in studio who is dressed like a tennis instructor. Matt tells a tale of getting robbed on the beach of Rio De Janeiro while on vacation. Jay and Bob also have stories of prostitution and danger in Latin countries. Bobby and Patrice O'Neal found themselves in hot water in Brazil after they showed too much cash to the locals. | Passport Bros charge money to exploit the women of Cuba under the guise of being pickup artists. *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more! FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolf Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week early.  Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JVL and Sarah Longwell zero in on the government shutdown chaos and what it really means. They debate why Democrats can't afford to play defense, how Trump is openly embracing authoritarian ideas like Project 2025, and the GOP's sheer inability to govern even as they drive the country toward crisis. 

On today's episode, I'm letting you into the world of my secret podcast and behind the scenes of my Byron Bay Retreat.This week, we're hosting our 8th retreat, and I'm taking my secret podcast listeners BTS each day. The first episode for Day 1 is available for you here, and if you want to hear the rest, you can come over to the secret podcast to follow along: https://thehumandesignpodcast.supercast.com/Whether you've always been curious about our retreat experiences, or you want to host retreats yourself, this episode will give you the real time, moment-to-moment insights from behind the scenes.If you want to join our next retreat, it's happening November 10-14, 2025 in the US, details here: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/business-by-design-retreatI trust you'll get what you need from this episode, and I'll see you on the next one.Big love,MxxOTHER RESOURCESWant more on Human Design? Explore the ways to get involved below:Get Your Free Human Design Chart: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/get-your-chartThe Feminine Success Framework: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/feminine-success-frameworkMaggie - Magnetic by Design AI: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/maggieThe HDx Collective: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/collectiveHuman Design Unhinged: https://www.humandesignunhinged.com/Secret Podcast: The Human Design Podcast (Unhinged): https://thehumandesignpodcast.supercast.com/Instagram @the_human_design_coachMusic: Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comJoin The Feminine Success Framework™ LIVE 2-Day Online Event: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/feminine-success-frameworkThe human design powered framework to shift from over-efforting to effortless expansion and magnetism. This is the success done the feminine way.October 8 & 9 - Replays + lifetime access includedOnly $11, offer ends soon.Support the show

Sarah and JVL talk about big-tent liberalism—who's in and who's out of the l-word tent. JVL goes on a riff on Henry Kissinger, which you are absolutely going to HATE. And then we get the main event: JVL doesn't think [gestures broadly] all this is fixable. Sarah has a plan to fix it.  Who's right?

JVL and Sarah go head-to-head over the New York Times, Trump's $15 billion lawsuit, and what solidarity really means when democracy is on the line.

Sarah and JVL go long on the economy, The People, double standards, RFK, and . . . Hamilton. It's a super-sized Secret pod. In the comments, we want you to talk about whether or not the double-standard is real—is it true, as JVL proposes—that voters obsess over Democratic mistakes while waiving away Republican insanity? And if it is true, why is it? Remember: We're not just talking about partisans, but about the generalized broader public. We want to hear your theories.

Red States are flexing their muscles and imposing their will on the other states through their coordinated redistricting efforts. And if they deploy their Guard troops to other blue cities beyond D.C., the only real precedent would be the era before the Civil War when the South tried to force more slave states on the union. Meanwhile, the infighting at the CDC over the Covid vaccine seems to be upsetting Trump, but what can he do about it? He's only the president. And in China, a new axis of authoritarians is creating a post-American world order, thanks to voters putting Trump back in office. Plus, his faux golf outings and declarations of perfect health are very Soviet, and Giuliani wants people to think 'America's Mayor' is back—this time as Batman. JVL joins Tim Miller. show notes "The Triad," JVL's newsletter "The Secret Podcast," with Sarah and JVL Jon Cohn on the crisis at the CDC in his 'Breakdown' newsletter Bulwark Live in DC and NYC at https://www.thebulwark.com/p/bulwark-events. Toronto is SOLD OUT Go to Dupe.com today and find similar products for less. It's 100% free to use. Stop wasting money on brand names and start saving with Dupe.com today.

Another dark week: Trump toys with occupying Chicago, the FBI under Kash Patel ignores domestic terrorism, RFK Jr. runs HHS with conspiracy theories, and even the CDC is led by a political crony. JVL and Sarah Longwell ask the hard question, what if our democracy is already too broken to fix?