Podcasts about Unlearning

Ashley Kendi and Tabby Divine dive into the journey of unlearning hurt and relearning love. Reflecting on how upbringing, family dynamics, and past wounds shape the way we show up in relationships, they explore the importance of healing, self-awareness, and inviting God into our broken places. This honest conversation offers hope for anyone longing to build healthier, safer, and more loving connections.#citamchurchonline #ChurchEverydayGet in touch with us:http://www.citam.org/churchonline@citam.org(+254) 784 277 277(+254) 728 221 221

AI models are powerful, but they don't forget. And that's a problem.They hallucinate. They inherit bias. They absorb sensitive data. And once they're trained, fixing those issues is painfully expensive. Retraining takes weeks and maybe tens of millions of dollars. And any guardrails the AI company puts up are brittle.What if you could perform surgery on the model itself?In this episode of TechFirst, John Koetsier sits down with Ben Luria, co-founder of Hirundo, to explore machine unlearning, a new approach that selectively removes unwanted data, behaviors, and vulnerabilities from trained AI systems.Hirundo claims it can:• Cut hallucinations in half• Massively reduce bias• Reduce successful prompt injection attacks by over 90%• Do it in under an hour on a single GPU• Preserve benchmark performanceInstead of adding more guardrails, machine unlearning works inside the model, identifying problematic weights, isolating behavioral vectors, and surgically removing risks without degrading quality.If AI is going mainstream in enterprises, it needs a remediation layer. Is machine unlearning the missing piece?⸻GuestBen LuriaCo-Founder, HirundoNhirhttps://www.hirundo.io⸻Topics Covered• Why AI models “can't forget”• The difference between hallucinations and inaccuracies• Why guardrails aren't enough• How prompt injection works — and how to reduce it• Removing PII and noncompliant training data• AI security at the model level• Why machine unlearning could become standard by 2030⸻If you're building, deploying, or investing in AI, this is a conversation you can't miss.

UPDATE: I have decided to start anew on Instagram. Follow me @thepaulsalter for your daily dose of high-performance wisdom, insights, and actions. In this episode, I sit down with Scott Fawcett for our third conversation—and this one goes far beyond strategy charts and strokes gained. We dig into what actually separates golfers who want to play good golf from those who are genuinely committed to winning. Scott shares unfiltered insights from working with elite players, his own experiences chasing professional golf, and the uncomfortable psychological traits that show up at the highest levels of performance. We explore obsession, selfishness, loving nerves, emotional regulation, meditation, and the hard truth that elite success often requires becoming someone most people are unwilling—or unable—to be. This conversation also weaves into life, parenting, money, identity, and how meditation and awareness prepare you for the inevitable storms both on and off the course. This is a raw, wide-ranging discussion about excellence, suffering, fulfillment, and what it really costs to pursue greatness. In this episode, you'll learn: The real mental difference between wanting to play well and being committed to winning Why elite golfers fall in love with monotony and repetition How "loving nerves" becomes a competitive advantage Why being "too nice" can quietly cap your potential How meditation builds emotional regulation under pressure Why reframing thoughts—not eliminating them—is the real work How defining success incorrectly sabotages long-term fulfillment Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Check out episode 66 and episode 88 for my past conversations with Scott.  P.P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Apply for 1-1 Mindset and Performance Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. More About Scott Fawcett Scott Fawcett created the revolutionary DECADE Golf System, a data-driven course management strategy that has transformed how golfers at all levels approach the game.  With three degrees in mathematics, a background in professional golf, and a passion for poker, Scott has combined statistical analysis with real-world performance insights to help players make smarter decisions and lower their scores.  His DECADE system has been used by top PGA Tour pros, including Bryson DeChambeau and Will Zalatoris, as well as collegiate and amateur golfers seeking a strategic edge. Scott's journey includes playing collegiate golf at Texas A&M, competing professionally on mini-tours, and applying his deep understanding of analytics to optimize shot selection and on-course strategy.  Learn more about Scott and Decade Golf here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thepaulsalter Key Takeaways: Elite performers are wired to embrace monotony and obsessive repetition. Wanting to eliminate nerves is a losing strategy; learning to love them is essential. Being nice and being kind are not the same—and niceness often limits success. Winning requires emotional regulation, not emotional suppression. Thoughts only gain power when you attach to them and rehearse them. Meditation trains awareness that transfers directly into performance under pressure. Fulfillment comes from meaningful pursuit, not chasing pleasure or avoiding discomfort. Key Quotes: "Elite players don't try to get rid of nerves—they learn to love them." "You can't force yourself to be ruthless if it's not how you're wired." "Thoughts are just thoughts until you give them power." "If you don't meditate, you're probably meditating—just on the wrong things." "Winning isn't about outcomes; it's about getting one percent better every day." "Life is messy—and if it's not messy, it's lonely." "You're not the thinker of your thoughts; you're the observer of them." Time Stamps: 00:00: The Mental Game of Golf: Commitment vs. Desire 02:58: The Obsession with Monotony and Selfishness in Golf 05:48: Embracing Nerves: The Emotional Landscape of Winning 08:40: The Balance of Kindness and Ruthlessness in Success 11:24: Redefining Winning: Competing with Yourself 14:25: The Pursuit of Meaningful Happiness 17:30: Understanding Regret and Future Decisions 20:15: Navigating Life's Challenges and Growth 22:55: The Importance of Presence and Awareness 26:05: Meditation: A Tool for Clarity and Control 28:48: Thoughts and Their Power: The Nature of Mindfulness 31:35: The Inevitable Messiness of Life 34:26: Self-Awareness and Critical Thinking for Fulfillment 37:22: Integrating Meditation into Daily Life 40:01: The Journey of Learning and Unlearning 43:13: Final Thoughts: The Power of Thoughts

Welcome back to part two of my interview with Elizabeth Gonzalez-James, screenwriter and bestselling author of the novels, “The Bullet Swallower” and “Mona at Sea,” as well as the chapbook, “Five Conversations About Peter Sellers.” Elizabeth was featured on the MSNBC documentary, “My Generation,” representing the millennials. And she has taught fiction writing at Grub Street, Pioneer Valley Writers Workshop, Story Studio and elsewhere.In today's interview, we're diving into the mindset side of writing, dealing with resistance and doubts, the passage of time–all things that might make this episode sound like a bummer, but things we all face. So let's talk about how to work with them so that we can feel better about them.We talked about:- The many ways she avoids doing the actual writing- The type of feedback that motivates her to get writing (sneak preview: it's not the positive kind of feedback)- Making the transition from debut author to “established writer”- Acknowledging and working through her resistance to the act of writing- Being a geriatric millennial- How giving fewer Fs has eased her judgement of other people- Unlearning the things she was taught as a kid from her immigrant dad about how you can never trust other people or ask for helpConnect with Elizabeth on Instagram @unefemmejames.For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com.Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wisdom historian Deepak Ramola shares a conversation with Abhay how he collects life lessons through lived experiences and art.  Deepak reveals why trauma doesn't guarantee wisdom, why procrastination uncovers your deepest values, why deep questions truly matter, and why poetry is peace's love language.  He is a Stanford Life Design Fellow, MIT collaborator, TEDx speaker, and founder of Project FUEL. His innovative FUEL methodology—centered on turning personal and social experiences into interactive programs using creative arts—has earned recognition as one of the world's top 100 innovations in education, implemented across five continents. Since age 17, he has shaped this approach through heuristic design, including the Wise Wall Project launched in 2017 to amplify rural and marginalized voices via art and outreach. ​Chapters00:00 Introduction02:48 Procrastination Reveals Values and as a Science05:50 Productivity Syndrome Trap08:14 Good vs Bad Morality Myth11:44 Sponsor Break - TRAVELOPOD12:42 We Are Each Other's Alarm Clocks16:14 Unlearning for Wisdom20:02 Pain ≠ Automatic Wisdom23:28 Wisdom in Unexpected Places26:19 Sponsor Break - Timberdog27:12 Poetry as Peace Language33:23 Asking Growth Questions37:54 Embody Wisdom Daily38:19 ConclusionCheck out Ash Gondhalekar's authentic and incredibly tasty pizza wizardry for catering and private events in the Bay Area  Neil Dandekar creating amazing food experiences with Sea and Sky at Hotel La JollaTRUST ME I KNOW WHAT I'M DOING is brought to you by TRAVELOPOD, with personalized travel support to help you explore the wonders of the world.  Start your next journey at vacation.travelopod.comThis episode is also sponsored by RuffRest® , the only dog bed you'll ever need.  Go to www.timberdog.com to learn more

In this special client-takeover episode of The Doctor Coach School™ Podcast, we hear from Dr. Ksera Dyette, a licensed clinical psychologist, private practice business coach, and podcaster whose work centers on liberation, equity, and values-aligned practice for Black social workers and psychologists.Dr. Ksera shares her deeply personal journey from graduate training in predominantly white institutions, through exploitation and harm in group practice settings, to building a private practice rooted in authenticity, sustainability, and liberation. Along the way, she unpacks how scarcity, white normativity, and oppression quietly shape how clinicians are trained to work, think about clients, and run businesses—often at the expense of their bodies, identities, and values.This episode goes beyond the “nuts and bolts” of private practice. It explores what it truly means to unlearn harmful systems, reclaim your voice, and build a business that supports both your clients and your own thriving.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeHow oppressive training environments shape clinicians long after graduationThe hidden cost of scarcity-driven private practice modelsWhy overworking and self-silencing are not personal failures, but learned survival strategiesHow group practices can exploit clinicians while undervaluing their ideas and laborWhat it means to build a liberation-centered, values-aligned private practiceHow racism, oppression, and internalized messages show up in business decisionsWhy centering identity, voice, and sustainability is essential for long-term practiceHow redefining success in private practice can restore health, integrity, and joyDr. Ksera introduces her year-long Boundless Liberation Private Practice Coaching Program, designed specifically for Black social workers and psychologists.This work includes:Private practice foundations and strategyValues-aligned policies, pricing, and accessibilityOne-to-one coaching and assessmentUnlearning scarcity and oppressive internal narrativesStrengthening your internal supervisorRebuilding identity and confidence as a clinician and business ownerCreating a practice that supports both liberation and financial sustainabilityThis program is for clinicians who are ready to move beyond survival and build practices that truly reflect who they are and who they serve.This conversation is especially for you if:You feel undervalued or exploited in a group practiceYou've tried to start a private practice but feel overwhelmed or stuckYou have a practice that isn't aligned with your values or identitiesYou want to center liberation, equity, and authenticity in your workYou're ready to stop shrinking yourself to fit oppressive systemsConnect with Dr. Ksera DyetteText or Call: +1 (617) 855-1243Instagram & TikTok: @theantiableistdocLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksera-dyette/Let's Connect: On Instagram On Facebook On LinkedIn On TikTok On my website

What were the things our parents genuinely believed were “right”? Avoiding conflict, never talking about money, sticking to one path for life?From growing up in households where affection wasn't shown, to not knowing how to have difficult conversations, we talk about what we're choosing to unlearn, and re-learn, in our own lives!Start your upskilling journey today: https://bit.ly/myskillsfuture_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Women & Wellbeing, Natalie is joined by Nicky Denson Elliott, founder of The Wilder Collective and host of The Women's Business Podcast, for an honest and eye-opening conversation about women, money and confidence. Together, they unpack the deep-rooted beliefs many women carry — from anti-female programming and internalised misogyny to the shame that still surrounds money, ambition and success. Nicky speaks candidly about the systemic lack of investment in female founders, and how these structures quietly reinforce self-doubt, undercharging and playing small to remain palatable. The conversation also explores the reality of building a business while raising children — the invisible labour, the constant negotiation of time and energy, and why women are still expected to make it all look effortless. At its heart, this episode is about awareness and agency. About recognising the stories we've inherited, questioning who they really serve, and learning how to build confidence — not just in business, but in our relationship with money and ourselves. Discussion includes: – Anti-female programming and limiting beliefs – Women, money shame and self-worth – The investment gap for female founders – Motherhood, business and invisible labour – Internalised misogyny and how it shows up – Building confidence and clarity around money This is a powerful conversation about reclaiming space, value and voice — and giving yourself permission to want more, including financial freedom. Listen now for an empowering, uplifting conversation that can help you advocate for yourself and push back against the ethos of good girl economics. For more wellbeing and lifestyle visit The Capsule at www.thecapsule.co.ukGet involved with our community and join us on Instagram & YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it really mean to practice love without ownership?In this episode of Sex on the Table, MoAndra sits down with Cady Moore, MPH, CSE — a sex educator, coach, and consultant specializing in embodiment, sexual health, and relationship diversity — to unpack the truths and myths of non-monogamy.Together, they explore how patriarchy, capitalism, and ableism shape our understanding of commitment, desire, and power; how non-monogamy can serve as both personal practice and political resistance; and what accountability looks like in love when we move beyond traditional scripts.Cady opens up about her own journey through polyamory, what emotional sustainability looks like when holding multiple relationships, and how neurodivergence and disability shift the conversation around access and intimacy.This conversation invites listeners—monogamous or not—to reimagine what it means to love freely, ethically, and intentionally.

What if silence in your team meetings isn't just about shyness or lack of ideas, but something everyone's been taught—often unconsciously—to protect themselves or others? In this episode, I sit down with Elaine Lin Hering, a top facilitator, global educator, and author of “Unlearning Silence,” to dig into the roots of silence and how leaders can transform it into true engagement.As the conversation kicks off, we tackle a fundamental leadership dilemma: despite constant encouragement to “speak up,” people often hold back. Why? Elaine reveals it's not just about courage or confidence. Silence is a learned survival strategy, which is often shaped by culture, hierarchy, and even unconscious organizational habits. Her own story, growing up as the youngest daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, shows how silence sneaks in early and sticks.Throughout the episode, we explore questions relating to real-world challenges such as how can you create a safe space for candor when your “resting face” or demeanour sets the wrong tone? Or, why do team members only give feedback after a decision is finalized. Elaine offers evidence-informed and practical answers to these situations.The takeaway is clear: Strong leadership means recognizing that silence is not always golden—and that by unlearning it, we unlock deeper connection, better decisions, and a future not bound by the past. What You'll Learn- Silence is learned… and it's often unintentional.- Unlearning silence is an ongoing process.- Explicit clarity is critical for leaders.- How to reframe your view of your voice.- The mode and medium of communication matter.- What is obvious to you may be the insight someone else is looking for.Podcast Timestamps(00:03) - The Origins of Unlearning Silence(05:46) - The Process of Unlearning Silence(09:10) - Agency and the Value of Voice(15:59) - The RACI Framework(19:16) - How Communication Mode and Process Influence Voice(24:10) - Surfacing Feedback and Pre-Empting Silence(32:08) - Imposter Syndrome or Imposter Treatment?(41:47) - When Is Silence Golden?(46:52) - Explicitly Creating Psychological SafetyKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Self-Awareness, Feedback, Personal Growth, Leading with Intention, Unlearning silence, Employee Voice, Power Dynamics, Decision-Making Frameworks, RACI Model, Team Communication, Self-Silencing, Imposter Syndrome, Psychological Safety, Personal Growth, CEO Success

In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to move out of survival mode. How your body can stay on edge even when your life has changed, and what it takes to relearn safety. It's a conversation about slowing down, releasing urgency, and allowing yourself to rest in the season you're in now.Connect with us:@herworkmatters_ @dbestevaaa@z.shanise Beat Provided By https://freebeats.io Produced By White Hot

In a world that's being transformed by AI agents and agentic systems, how do software developers unlearn what they know while also maintaining engineering rigor? In an in-person conversation with Nathen Harvey, Developer Relations Engineer at Google Cloud, and Patrick Debois, Developer Relations at Tessl, host Ken Mugrage dives into the ways individuals, teams and organizations are walking the line between experimentation and well-established engineering practices as they seek to innovate while ensuring resilience, reliability and security. Thoughtworks is a platinum sponsor of the 2025 DORA report: https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-us/insights/reports/the-2025-dora-report  

In this episode, I'm sharing — honestly and in real time — what I'm unlearning in this season of my life. Instead of adding more habits, tools, or “fixing,” I'm noticing how much of my growth right now is about unlearning old survival strategies that once kept me safe, but no longer fit who I'm becoming. This episode isn't a how-to or a checklist. It's a grounded, reflective conversation about nervous system safety, slowing down, and letting go of patterns that run on autopilot. In this episode, I talk about: Why growth doesn't always come from doing more — and how unlearning creates space How over-efforting and overcomplicating things were tied to my nervous system What it's been like to stop putting my needs last The difference between stepping away to regulate and avoiding — and why coming back matters How rushing shows up as a trauma response in my body, and what I'm learning instead Releasing the belief that I'm too sensitive, too much, or too different Why unlearning isn't mental work — it lives in the body How safety is rewired through small, everyday moments     MENTIONED My Book - The Delicate Art Of Transformation is now available! ✈️ Retreat Waitlist - Stay on the inside with the dates, location and waitlist only pricing! 

What if success isn't about scaling faster, shipping more, or chasing perfection — but about building something so honest it can last for generations?In this episode, I sit down with Gerry Khouri, Founder & Managing Director of Bufori, one of the world's longest-running handcrafted automobile companies. For nearly 40 years, Gerry has gone against almost every rule of modern business — choosing craftsmanship over scale, long-term thinking over short-term returns, and integrity over imitation.We explore what Gerry had to unlearn to stay in the game for decades: the myth of perfection, the pressure of shareholder expectations, and the idea that success must look a certain way. This conversation is a masterclass in leadership, product thinking, and building businesses that endure.Key TakeawaysPerfection is a fantasy — luxury is honesty. Products that last are built on integrity, not impossible standards.Success starts with finishing, not selling. The real win is building something real — everything else is a bonus.Craftsmanship scales through capability, not volume. Deep skills create optionality and diversification.The real competition isn't the market — it's yourself. Long-term builders focus on self-mastery, not rivals.Great businesses are built by people who challenge you, not agree with you.Additional InsightsGerry built his first car in a garage behind his house — bigger than the house itself — with no external funding.Bufori operates debt-free after nearly 40 years, an extreme outlier in modern manufacturing.The company makes more parts in-house than most car manufacturers, turning necessity into innovation.What started as survival-driven resourcefulness became multiple profit centers through engineering services.Leadership longevity comes from unlearning ego, listening deeply, and leading by example.Episode Highlights00:00 – Episode RecapGerry Khouri reflects on a pivotal realization: perfection doesn't build lasting products — honesty, craftsmanship, and long-term thinking do. This mindset reshaped how he built cars, teams, and a business designed to outlive him.02:15 – Guest Introduction: Gerry KhouriBarry introduces Gerry Khouri, founder of Bufori, a handcrafted automobile company that has spent nearly four decades defying the rules of modern manufacturing.04:14 – Building the First Car Against All OddsGerry shares how a backyard hobby, relentless passion, and going against everyone's advice led him to build his first car from nothing.07:10 – Redefining What Success Really MeansSuccess wasn't about money or validation — it was about starting something and finishing it, no matter the odds.11:54 – Leading Without ResourcesWith no books, no mentors, and no capital, Gerry explains how necessity forced invention and deep mastery of craft.19:50 – Unlearning Perfectionism in a Luxury BusinessWhy perfection is an illusion, and how focusing on luxury, durability, and intention keeps products moving forward.23:12 – What Craftsmanship Actually Looks LikeGerry breaks down what it means to truly “make” a product — from designing for repairability to building for generations.27:29 – Competing With Yourself, Not the MarketThe most dangerous competitor isn't another company — it's complacency and losing the hunger to improve.31:10 – Unlearning Shareholder-First ThinkingWhy prioritizing...

Over the past 160 episodes, two themes that have appeared repeatedly feel as relevant and urgent as ever are 1) the pros and dehumanizing cons of technology and 2) approaching suffering in the human experience. In this episode, we are excited to bring back a panel of notable past guests to discuss the interplay between medicine, suffering, technology, and the human experience. We are joined by historian Christine Rosen, PhD, philosopher Mikolaj Slawkowski-Rode, PhD, and palliative care physician Sunita Puri, MD. Rosen is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute whose work is focused on American history, society and culture, technology and culture, and feminism. Slawkowski-Rode is an assistant professor of philosophy at the University of Warsaw and research fellow at the University of Oxford with a current emphasis on the philosophy of science and religion. Dr. Puri is a palliative care physician, associate professor at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, and author of the critically acclaimed book That Good Night (2019). As a panel, we consider a prominent aspect of the unwritten curriculum of medicine: how medicine often considers suffering and sorrow to be fixable and their eradication to be a metric of medical success. We explore ways digital technology can make our lives easier without making them better, and the pressing need to define and defend the (non-digital) human experience. We propose that the goal is not to eradicate all suffering, but to reduce needless suffering without denying the forms that accompany love, growth, and moral responsibility. When suffering is treated as an intolerable defect, we can become preoccupied with self-protection and less available to one another. The first and most important gift a caregiver can give is their undivided attention and the biggest mistake we can make in medicine is turning away from suffering. Finally, we ponder if for both patients and physicians, life, in the end, is meant to be a mystery.In this episode, you'll hear about: 6:37 – Unlearning preconceived perspectives on suffering, technology, and human experience. 13:08 – Engaging with digital technology critically instead of presuming that technological progress is inherently good.19:28 – Suffering as an irradicable and sometimes necessary element of the human condition.27:50 – Helping young terminal patients grapple with their diagnosis as a palliative care doctor. 36:36 – How the pursuit of immortality can lead to moral sickness.47:08 – How digital technologies are inciting a collective disembodiment from reality.53:15 – Practices that will positively impact the modern lived experience.Explore our guests' past episodes on The Doctor's Art: Human Experience in A Digital World | Christine Rosen, PhDA Philosophy of Grief | Mikolaj Slawkowski-Rode, PhDThe Beauty of Impermanence | Sunita Puri, MDIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review our show wherever you get your podcasts. If you know of a doctor, patient, or anyone working in health care who would love to explore meaning in medicine with us on the show,  send an email to info@thedoctorsart.com.Copyright The Doctor's Art Podcast 2026

This week on Catalyst, Tammy Soares speaks with Prashant Hinge, Chief Information and Transformation Officer at MSIG USA. Prashant has been working in the insurance industry for 20 years and is an expert at building teams to create solutions that improve the user experience. Prashant discusses the importance of unlearning siloed ways of working in order to unlock collaborative and cross-functional creativity, a skill that's especially important in the insurance industry. He also explains why in the current world of AI, we all need to become triathletes - meaning we now need to understand the business, need to know basic AI tools and need to develop core skills. He also talks about the opportunities that AI is unlocking for the insurance industry and how change management and ensuring you have good processes, data and people is key in ensuring success at scale. Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA Links: Prashant Hinge State of AI in Business in 2025 Learn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, Leah explores how generational messages have taught women to feel shame about their changing bodies—from tight jeans and bodysuits in the 80s and 90s to today's high-waisted shorts and leggings. She reflects on growing up hyperaware of every outline and curve, and how that discomfort still echoes when she sees her own daughter getting dressed. Through personal stories, a feminist lens on choice and self-expression, and a look at how media and beauty culture have policed women's bodies, Leah asks what it means to stop hiding, stop apologizing, and allow girls and women to exist in their bodies without embarrassment. In the end, she celebrates a new generation that seems less interested in shrinking themselves and more interested in living fully, visibly, and unapologetically in the skin they're in.Follow Leah: @prof.leahruppanner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're struggling with food noise, rebound eating, or fear of "normal eating" after a bodybuilding show (or years of extreme dieting), this episode is your reset. We'll cover how to eat normally after prep, rebuild food trust, reduce binge urges, and transition away from tracking macros without losing control. Welcome to Boss Bitch Radio. I'm Diane Flores, and I help retired bodybuilders, former competitors, and extreme dieters stop living like they're still in diet season - so they can stay athletic, hot, and healthy without food fear, food noise, or massive rebound chaos. In this episode, we're diving into how to eat normally after a bodybuilding show, why post-show nutrition feels so damn hard, and what actually causes rebound eating after show (hint: it's not a lack of willpower). If you've ever gained weight rapidly after a show, struggled with binge eating after prep, or felt stuck tracking every bite because you're terrified to stop, this conversation will hit home. Even if you've never stepped on stage, if you've dieted like you were prepping for one, this episode will resonate. This is about repairing your relationship with food, recovering from extreme dieting, and learning how to eat like a normal, confident human again - not someone still trapped in prep brain. Join the newsletter for more behind-the-scenes tips, cheat sheets, and practical tools → https://www.bossbitchradio.com/newsletter #HowToEatAfterPrep #PostShowNutrition #HowToEatAfterBodybuildingShow   Key Takeaways: 00:00 Why post-show life feels harder than prep 00:46 Welcome to Boss Bitch Radio 01:34 The reality of post-show weight gain (and why it happens) 03:44 Food noise, hunger cues, and why your brain feels loud AF 05:58 Unlearning diet culture after bodybuilding 11:05 Quick update: newsletter + what's coming up 12:23 Why fats and fiber actually matter post-show 15:20 My go-to strategies for a post-show reset 21:00 Wrapping up + how to work together Links Mentioned:  Let's cut through the noise - book your Reset Clarity Call here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/book-a-free-call   Connect with Diane: Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro    Freebies: Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program  Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements 

Former EuroLeague standout James Gist joins The Benas Podcast to talk honestly about life after pro basketball, chasing the NBA dream, and preparing for basketball retirement.Drafted by the San Antonio Spurs and stashed in Europe, James built a high-level career with elite clubs like Partizan and Panathinaikos, winning titles across Europe. He shares what it was like balancing NBA aspirations while fully committing to a professional career overseas — and why mentorship played a key role in his development.James also opens up about his transition into coaching high school players, passing on lessons from his career, and helping the next generation prepare for life both on and off the court. This episode offers valuable insight for players and coaches thinking about retirement and what comes next after basketball.Topics:00:00 Intro1:00 Rookie in Europe & mentorship9:55 NBA dreams19:10 Fan bases & Cultures33:20 Euro coaching vs US coaching40:20 ⁠ProBallers.com⁠45:15 Retirement Process & Identity52:15 Next Generation Mindset1:01:40 Unlearning habits1:05:15 New realizations as a coach1:16:10 ATOs

In this episode, we sit down with Michael DeLisser—leadership strategist, executive coach, and author of Leadership Accelerators—to explore why communication habits play such a decisive role in a leader's success.With more than 25 years of experience helping leaders across industries improve trust, relationships, and results, Michael shares what he's learned from coaching thousands of professionals and teaching communication effectiveness at the executive level.During our time together, we discuss:The most common communication habits that quietly derail leaders.Why self‑awareness is the foundation of all meaningful improvementHow personality preferences shape your communication strengths and blind spots.The “Leadership Communication Core 4” skills needed to influence and lead effectively.Techniques for unlearning ineffective habits and replacing them with productive behaviors.Why multitasking damages your brain, weakens focus, and erodes trust.Practical ways to regain focus, reduce distractions, and communicate with greater clarity.If you are interested in learning more from Michael:Check out his book: Leadership Accelerators on Amazon.Follow his leadership content on YouTube.Visit his website.

Mari Esabel Valverde joins Jocelyn to talk language, unlearning shame, gender, and pathways to excellence for the under-resourced.    Companion playlists: YouTube, Spotify   Episode Transcript    Follow us: @composelikeagirl on Instagram and Facebook Learn more: Compose Like a Girl   Relevant Links:   Before Spring To digte af Tove Ditlevsen | Performed by Matthew Valverde, tenor Darest, O Soul | Performed by Cantus Earth, Mother | Performed by the University of Michigan Men's Glee Club Moonlight Quartet | Performed by Her Ensemble  Border Lines | Text by Yesenia Montilla | Composed for and Performed by Adams State University Chamber Choir   St. Olaf College European American Music Alliance  Amir Rabiyah, poet  International Orange Chorale of San Francisco   Influences and inspiration:  Claude Debussy King David, Part III: “The Death of David” by Arthur Honegger Les Six Wilhelm Stenhammar Jean Sibelius Wilhelm Peterson-Berger Edvard Grieg Siete Canciones Populares Españolas, V. Nana by Manuel de Falla   Resources on Gender Identity: Video by Chase Ross: “Trans 101: Ep 1 - What is Transgender?”  Graphic by the Trans Student Education Resource: The Gender Unicorn  Graphic by Sam Killerman: The Genderbread Person 

On episode 731 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan welcomes Cori Lefkowitz, founder of Redefining Strength and author of The Strong System: Transform Your Mindset and Build Your Best Body at Any Age. This conversation is packed with real talk about what truly drives long-term fitness success—beyond the fad diets and quick fixes. Cori shares her straightforward, blueprint-style approach, emphasizing the power of mindset, aligning your goals with your lifestyle, and making sustainable changes that actually stick. If you've ever struggled to get consistent with strength training, felt stuck chasing someone else's tactics, or sabotaged yourself after a setback, this episode is full of insights and practical strategies to help you break free from the cycle. Cori explains her STRONG acronym, the importance of reflection, and why knowing your non-negotiables is essential—not just for your fitness journey, but for your overall well-being. Tune in as we dive deep into personalized fitness tips, the strength-cardio continuum, and actionable ways to optimize your health and performance, no matter your age. Time Stamps 05:03 Start Where You Are 07:43 Shaping Habits Through Reflection 11:22 The Power of the Pause 14:24 Unlearning to Build Better Habits 19:01 Focusing on Mile Markers 21:45 Balancing Habits and Sacrifices 26:17 Aligning Habits with Lifestyle 29:44 Managing Life's Stress Overflow 32:31 Long-Term Fitness Over Quick Fixes 36:10 Balancing Habits Checkbook 36:59 1% Improvements for Lasting Growth   https://Redefiningstrength.com/book 

In this wide-ranging and deeply pragmatic conversation, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Mark Stouse—founder and CEO of Proof Causal AI—to explore what actually drives outcomes in business and life. Together, they unpack the critical difference between correlation and causation, why most patterns we notice don't matter, and how leaders can reclaim agency in a world where 70–80% of factors are outside their control.Blending philosophy, math, leadership insight, and real-world examples, this episode challenges conventional thinking about truth, belief, intuition, and effectiveness—while offering leaders a radically practical way forward. Key Topics & Insights • Causality vs. Correlation: Why understanding why things happen matters more than spotting patterns • The 70–80% Reality: Most outcomes are shaped by factors outside your control—what matters is how you respond • Three Universal Leadership Questions: ∘ How do I get more of what matters? ∘ How do I make it better? ∘ How do I do it faster? • Reality Over “Truth”: Why belief can shut down progress—and why reality is the true decision-maker • Unlearning: Letting go of outdated knowledge as a leadership superpower • Time Lag Effects: Why good decisions take time to show results—and bad ones don't • Efficiency vs. Effectiveness: Why cutting costs without direction misses the point • Agency Without Illusion: Doing your best, acting with integrity, and releasing control of outcomes • Intuition, Instinct, and GIGO: How flawed data sets lead to consistently bad decisions • Radical Pragmatism: Making better decisions without over-philosophizing the processMark Stouse is the founder and CEO of Proof Causal AI, and one of today's most thoughtful voices on causality, fiduciary risk, and executive accountability. Known for blending rigorous mathematics with radical pragmatism, Mark helps leaders make better, defensible decisions in complex, rapidly changing environments. He is also the author of an upcoming book on Unlearning.

Send us a textWelcome to the 6th Anniversary of the Damn Dude Podcast!This is Season 6, Episode 1!First episode of the brand new season....what have we got in store?- First off, thank you guys for tuning in and making it this far with us along this journey! It's an honor to be with you all who listen from around the world!- Happy 7th Birthday to my son, Royal!!- Being able to recognize and acknowledge that the best we knew and were able to do in our 20's/younger age, is not even close to adequate in this current day and age- Acknowledging our progress in relation to our old "best" to our current best or efforts.-Reparenting ourselves matter how good or bad our parents did raising us- Learning to purposely parent without short cuts- Providing comfort and softness without dropping or losing discipline or raising bratty kids- New school and Old school parenting.....what do the kiddos actually think of how they being raised?- Not needing to rock with an identity or persona for people to know who we are- Being ourselves with people when they have no knowledge of our history/past- And 2 special guests pop in and give their incredibly innocent take on all these subjects.....LOVE ALLRemember to say 3 things you're Grateful for every morning and every night!- Available on all major platforms!IG: @LoveAllCalAvailable on all major platforms: https://damndudepodcast.buzzsprout.com/- Apple Podcasts- Buzzspout- Spotify- Audible- Google Podcasts- Amazon Music- iTunes- Stitcher- iHeart Radio- TuneIn + Alexa- Podcast Addict- PodChaser- Pocket Casts- Deezer- Listen Notes- Player Fm- Podcast Index- Overcast- Castro- Castbox- Podfriend- YouTubeDaaaaaaamn Duuuuuude!!!!!Be sure to leave a 5 Star written review on Apple Podcast/Listen Notes! :)If you love and support the movement and the show, please feel free to make a donation to the Damn Dude Podcast!(link below)Much Love, Love All.#WeCleanPlanet Info:https://www.wecleanplanet.com/To Donate to #WeCleanPlanet:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_donations&business=sebastian%40wecleanplanet.com&item_name=Unite+and+Empower+Community+Leaders+for+a+CleanPlanet¤cy_code=USD&source=urlSupport the showIG: @LoveAllCal

Welcome to Real Life... Church for Everyone. As we gather this week both in-person and remotely, join us, with Anthony Prince and today's message entitled, "Unlearning Our Way to God." TODAY'S MESSAGE WE WELCOME YOU... ...each week, join us via our Sunday Sermon podcast, on online broadcast on Facebook & YouTube every Sunday morning, or in person at Real Life | LA. Visit reallife.la to learn more, request prayer, or to connect directly with someone at Real Life. May God bless you in miraculous ways today!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Parham for one of the most vulnerable conversations I've ever recorded.We explore how Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome doesn't just live in history—but in habits, coping mechanisms, and quiet forms of self-hatred we normalize every day. I openly unpack my own relationship with smoking—not as a moral failure, but as a learned survival behavior shaped by unexamined agreements with myself.Blending insights from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome and the audiobook The Four Agreements, this conversation moves beyond theory into embodiment—what it actually looks like to heal in real time. We talk about how self-hatred can disguise itself as comfort, routine, or “just the way I am,” and how vulnerability becomes the gateway to self-respect, clarity, and freedom.This episode isn't about shame.It's about awareness.It's about unlearning.It's about choosing to live in integrity with yourself—one honest moment at a time.If you're ready to listen deeply, reflect courageously, and begin rewriting the agreements you've unknowingly been living by, this conversation is for you.

Rebecca Keating returns for a grounded conversation on authenticity, purpose, and remembering who you truly are. We confront fake culture and consumerism, then move into remedies, blueprints, and holistic healing paths for realignment. Rebecca also uncovers the erasure of Christed feminine figures and powerful women removed from history and scripture.FOLLOW KEATING ON IGHEALING BE THE FREQUENCY HERE ☂️☂️☂️ALERT OPERATIONS: CRYPTID WARFARE GET CLEAN: DETOX AND MAKE KIDS HEALTHY AGAIN// // GET 15% OFF AT CHECK OUT USING "PARANOI" at FLAVORS OF THE FOREST☂️Public Announcement: The Trebles Show — formerly known as Paranoi Radio — has risen from the static. Same soul, louder frequency, bigger purpose.

Alex Thomson (APC) is a therapist in Atlanta, Georgia. He specializes in OCD and anxiety. In his free time, he enjoys birding, cooking, and contributing to the @talktherapywithalex Instagram page, where he enjoys blending levity and humor with educational content. In this episode, we both share our personal experiences toward becoming therapists, and normalize that there's no one path when it comes to entering the field or showing up online. We discuss the pressures of showing up as a therapist in "one" way - confident, "healed," put-together, etc. We also explore what it can look like to show up authentically (and how that looks different for everyone), how showing up imperfectly can create deeper connection, and the complexity of holding space for vulnerability while being ethical and thoughtful of the client's experience.FOLLOW ALEX:INSTA: @talktherapywithalexWEBSITE: www.talktherapywithalex.comSTAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK: @trustandthriveTHREADS: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com

SummaryIn this episode, Dr. Natalie explores the concept of 'The Great Unlearning,' a transformative journey that challenges the societal belief that doing everything right leads to a fulfilling life. She reflects on her personal experiences, particularly during midlife, where she realized that striving for perfection and external validation often leads to burnout and disillusionment. Dr. Natalie emphasizes the importance of self-worth and the need to reclaim it from within, rather than through external achievements or approval. Through poignant anecdotes, she illustrates how the pressure to conform to societal expectations can lead to a double life and emotional turmoil, ultimately advocating for a shift towards self-love and acceptance.Dr. Natalie introduces the metaphor of the tugboat versus the lighthouse to illustrate the difference between exhausting oneself in the pursuit of perfection and standing firm in one's self-worth. She encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives, identifying where they may be sacrificing their well-being in the name of doing everything right. The episode serves as a powerful reminder that true fulfillment comes from within, and that midlife can be an opportunity for profound personal growth and self-discovery.Keywords:midlife, self-worth, personal growth, self-love, great unlearning, emotional well-being, tugboat lighthouse metaphor, reclaiming self-worth, Dr. NatalieTakeaways:The version of you that you're most proud of may be blocking your actual life.Midlife can be an invitation to examine the mess of our lives and love it as it is.Reclaiming self-worth from the inside out is essential for true fulfillment.Sound bites:"What if I told you that the version of you that you're most proud of... is in the way of your actual life?""Today we're gonna talk about the great unlearning.""You do not need to fix yourself. You just need to find yourself."Chapters:00:00 Introduction to The Great Unlearning03:49 A Holiday Dinner Reflection10:20 The Tugboat vs. The Lighthouse18:10 The Power of Self-Love23:39 Reflecting on Your JourneyJOIN the https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠ Mailing List! Join my newsletter and receive my FREE video and workbook, “Freeing Yourself: A Guide for Letting Go of Other People's Opinions” SIGN UP on the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/762561/109840834025752017/share⁠⁠⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠ CALL 988Crisis Text Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Text HOME to 741741

From graduate engineer to CTO, Andrew Phillips' 16-year journey at Skyscanner is a story of continuous reinvention. He didn't chase titles—he chased growth, deliberately stepping out of his comfort zone and unlearning the habits that no longer served him. What's kept him at the company for over a decade isn't status, but challenge: new teams, unfamiliar problems, and the chance to stay close to the work, even as his scope of leadership expanded.In this episode, we explore how Andrew is now applying that same mindset to leading in the AI era—personally and professionally. He shares how he's built a personal AI stack to stay more present, how Skyscanner is blurring traditional team roles to unlock speed, and why “directed autonomy” is more important than ever. For leaders navigating scale, technology, and the desire to make meaningful impact without burning out, Andrew offers a powerful perspective.Key TakeawaysGrowth through discomfort: Andrew's biggest accelerations came from switching roles and leaving his comfort zone—not climbing a predefined ladder.AI as a leadership enabler: He uses AI tools to be more present, thoughtful, and effective—especially during high-stakes meetings.From feature factory to outcome focus: Leaders must reconnect people to impact, not just output.Directed autonomy: Empowering teams with AI means giving clear goals—not micromanaging the execution.Unlearning process overreach: Traditional roles, ticketing systems, and rigid handoffs are ripe for reinvention in AI-native organizations.Additional InsightsThe personal AI stack Andrew uses includes ChatGPT, Otter, Cursor, and SpecKit—enabling him to ideate on walks, build apps during board meetings, and maintain strategic presence.Skyscanner's senior engineers are back coding, using AI to close the gap between architectural thinking and execution.AI-driven productivity unlocks don't just mean faster work—they mean better work-life balance, deeper engagement, and more human leadership.Episode Highlights00:00 – Episode RecapAndrew Phillips shares how stepping into uncertainty—and building his own AI stack—transformed his leadership at Skyscanner. From personal growth to organizational reinvention, he's leading the charge on what modern technology leadership looks like.01:35 – Guest Introduction: Andrew PhillipsBarry introduces Andrew Phillips, CTO of Skyscanner, reflecting on their 15-year relationship and Andrew's rise from graduate engineer to technology leader.05:45 – The One Trick Pony MomentAndrew recalls the pivotal moment when a CEO challenged him to move teams and stop playing it safe—triggering his real leadership evolution.12:33 – Starting with Yourself in AIBefore transforming your company with AI, Andrew urges leaders to start by experimenting personally and learning from the ground up.15:15 – Writing Better Prompts, Building Better SpecsAI tools thrive on clear direction. Andrew realized that better prompting and crisp product requirements accelerated his results dramatically.20:01 – Directed Autonomy in the AI EraGiving AI tools (and people) the “why” rather than micromanaging the “how” builds trust, speed, and better outcomes.24:56 – Parallel Productivity and Boardroom AppsHow Andrew built an entire app—during a board meeting—by offloading work to AI and staying fully present in the room.27:13 – Reclaiming Work-Life BalanceAI allows Andrew to unload his mental backlog—using...

It is our honor and privilege to have Charles on the podcast with us today.  Many of you have maybe already spoken to Charles. He serves as one of our Clarity Advisors here at Delight Your Marriage and has done an incredible job of listening to your stories and giving you next steps, but most importantly, giving you hope. What you might not know about Charles is that he spent many years as a very successful businessman. I mean, he was (and is!) a force! And that's what people saw on the outside: 40 years in business, two homes, active in ministry, a wife of 3o years, two grown children. Everything looked perfect. But it wasn't the full picture. "On Paper, We Had Everything… But We Were Just Roommates" The full picture was that Charles was in pain.  His marriage was suffering. He felt like they had become roommates and the intimacy and connection wasn't there. His daughter, after watching her parents fight yet again, brought up to him that "all you and mom do is fight". She didn't feel safe and their relationship was strained, so much so that she even mentioned she would prefer he not be the one to solely walk her down the aisle when the day came. There was pain, true pain.  That moment with his daughter became a turning point.  He cried out to God. And God answered. Finding the Delight Your Marriage Podcast Charles found the Delight Your Marriage podcast—and after only two episodes, he booked a Clarity Call and jumped in. What followed wasn't easy. It required humility. Repentance. Unlearning cultural "norms" that were never biblical to begin with. But what he discovered was sobering and freeing all at once: Being a provider is not the same as being present Strength without gentleness hardens the heart Leadership without humility blocks intimacy—with your spouse and with God And slowly—steadily—everything began to change. When a Daughter Finally Feels Safe One of the most profound transformations wasn't just in Charles' marriage—it was in his relationship with his daughter. Years earlier, she had told him, "Why can't you be like my friend's dad?" Instead of defending himself, Charles did something radically different. He listened. He apologized and owned the pain he had caused. And he stayed emotionally present instead of shutting down, like he had done in the past. That conversation marked the beginning of healing. Fast forward to this past Christmas, two years after starting this program, his daughter handed him a card. Inside, she wrote: "Every day you bless me so abundantly with peace and security of knowing you have me… I hope my future husband is even half of what you are to me." That card became the most valuable gift Charles has ever received, and he saw, even more, how the changes he had made changed the trajectory of his family. A Marriage Built on The Rock Charles often says something that shocks people: "I would give it all away for a shack on a rock if it meant having what we have now." Why? Because before, his marriage was built on cardboard and duct tape, as he says. Cultural assumptions, pride, and survival mode. Now, it's built on the Rock. Biblical wisdom. Daily repentance. Practical tools. Accountability. Peace. Life Now as a Clarity Advisor Charles' story doesn't end with his own marriage. Today, he serves as a Clarity Advisor, walking alongside other men and women who feel stuck, hopeless, or unsure where to begin. He's seen: Wives move back into homes after separation Pornography addictions broken Years-long intimacy restored Homes transformed by peace And now, pastors are bringing Delight Your Marriage Academy into their churches—because the need is everywhere, including globally. Final Encouragement Now, two years later, Charles' marriage is completely transformed, his relationship with his daughter is completely transformed, and he, himself, is completely transformed. God has truly turned mourning into dancing. This is not a one-off event. This is the God we serve–who heals marriages and changes lives, who heals hearts and minds, who redeems families and generations. He cares. He cares deeply about Charles and answered his cry.  And He cares about you. If you are waiting for an answer from God, maybe this is the answer. Maybe calling and taking that next step is the answer. We are rooting for you and we love you. God bless you! Blessings, The Delight Your Marriage Team PS - If you want to take the next step and chat with our incredible Clarity Advisors, like Charles, schedule a free Clarity Call here. We would love to talk with you. PPS - Here is a quote from a recent DYM Academy graduate:  "I thought this was well presented and very comprehensive.  The clarity of what women need to be safe, known and wholeheartedly cherished was spot on. I understood the basics but seeing it formalized was really beneficial to me. The listening skills and the way they were presented cannot be overstated."

You've been told to chase revenue, followers, and funnels. But what if the “rules” of business you've been following are the very ones keeping you stuck?In this deep, high-energy conversation, George is joined by Kyle Nelson and Eli Libby for a raw dismantling of the business myths that burn people out, and the truth that actually moves the needle.If you've ever felt like you're doing all the things but still spinning your wheels, this episode is your permission slip to break the rules, build what works, and remember who you are.This episode is a firestorm of clarity, conviction, and calling out the lies we unconsciously buy into as entrepreneurs. Kyle, Eli, and George go deep on the dangerous addiction to validation, why “doing more” is often a trauma response, and how real transformation requires truth over tactics.You'll walk away with a renewed understanding of your voice, your power, and how to build a business that serves people and fulfills you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The hidden lies baked into online business cultureHow trauma shows up in business (and how to heal it)Why “scaling” is not always the next best moveThe trap of chasing applause instead of alignmentThe power of honest messaging and authentic leadershipHow to stop building for others and start building for yourself Key Takeaways:✔️Your truth will outperform your tactics, every time.✔️Validation is addictive. Freedom is built in silence.✔️You don't need more funnels. You need more you.✔️Stop outsourcing your value to external metrics.✔️When you stop lying to yourself, the game changes. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Welcome & setup: How this episode came to be[04:12] – Kyle on business trauma: When high-performers hide pain[09:45] – Eli shares: The lies that kept him stuck for years[15:25] – The “validation economy” and how it messes with your head[21:50] – Unlearning the rules: When doing less opens more doors[29:00] – Why truth is the best business strategy[35:45] – The illusion of “scale” and the lie of more[43:10] – Kyle's turning point: When enough was enough[50:20] – Eli on boundaries, trauma, and transformation[58:40] – Creating from truth vs performing for applause[1:06:10] – The power of messaging that comes from integrity[1:14:50] – Final reflections + What they're building now Connect with Eli & KyleWebsite: https://soloretreat.co/Instagram: @solo_retreat_coYouTube: @soloretreatKyle NelsonEli LibbyBook on AmazonYour Challenge This Week:Which business lie have you been believing?Tag George (@itsgeorgebryant), Kyle, or Eli (@solo_retreat_co) on Instagram and share your biggest “aha” moment from this episode. Start the conversation. Someone else needs to hear what you have to say.→ Ready to build a business that scales with connection, not burnout? Join The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ Alliance for weekly momentum and support.→ Want clarity and strategy tailored to you? Apply for 1:1 Coaching and grow with guidance, not guesswork.→ Be in the room where breakthroughs happen—explore upcoming retreats at mindofgeorge.com/retreat/

In this podcast episode, Gayatri Kalyanaraman is in conversation with Kumaran Anandan, CTO of TinyMagiq and Enterprise Architect —shares a refreshingly honest journey across hardware, industrial automation, embedded systems, startups, consulting, and Microsoft. From writing programs on a programmable calculator (and storing them in audio cassettes!) to building deep learning habits through daily compounding, Kumaran explains why modern technologists must fall in love with failure, understand fundamentals, and stop building software without users who will pay. A thought-provoking conversation on architecture, human psychology, AI hallucinations, and what it really means to create value. 00:00 – 01:00 — Kumaran's self-introduction: experimenting constantly and looking forward to failures. 01:00 – 02:25 — Earliest career memory: building a DBase 3+ application for a school and earning a watch as his first “payment.”02:26 – 03:29 — Not getting campus placed, being an average student, and the early struggle of finding a job.03:29 – 05:20 — First software experience in 10th holidays: programmable Casio calculator, BASIC programming, and saving programs using an audio cassette tape.05:20 – 07:56 — Early career direction: interest in hardware, industrial automation, 8085 assembly programming, and learning through real-world constraints.07:56 – 10:12 — Moving up the stack: C/C++, antivirus software, Wipro's hardware + software work, and “mobile apps” before mobile became mainstream.10:12 – 11:34 — Entrepreneurship journey: starting a company during the internet boom, shutting it down after the bubble burst, then transitioning to Microsoft.11:36 – 12:29 — Kumaran's definition of good technology: anything that protects evenings and weekends from work.12:31 – 13:48 — A conscious career decision: taking a salary cut to work on hardware because learning mattered more than comfort.13:48 – 15:39 — Microsoft Consulting Services: being called only for complex “fires,” shorter engagements, and high learning intensity.15:39 – 17:23 — The daily learning habit: “Kumaran of yesterday won't be Kumaran today,” and how small learning compounds over time.17:24 – 19:28 — Curiosity beyond the surface: learning “under the hood,” connecting ideas across psychology, neuroscience, and technology.19:42 – 23:16 — Microsoft culture: self-learning, asking better questions, getting pointers instead of hand-holding, and building independent thinking.23:39 – 26:10 — Fundamentals matter: software is predictable (input–process–output), hardware is ambiguous, and AI changes predictability in software.26:36 – 29:21 — TinyMagiq and mentoring: serendipity, a clear timeline to quit corporate life, and why enterprise software rarely creates joy.30:39 – 33:35 — A common founder mistake: building for 14–18 months with no paying users and confusing “features built” with “value delivered.”33:35 – 36:46 — Pricing reality check: if nobody pays even ₹100, the problem isn't the market—it's unclear value and weak conviction.36:46 – 38:35 — “I don't like code”: code as debt, and why architecture must fight unnecessary complexity.38:35 – 41:19 — Loving failure: video games as a metaphor, why software needs failure-tolerance, and a warning to those who want “safe IT careers.”41:56 – 44:01 — Entrepreneurship mindset: de-addiction to monthly salary, India's services legacy, and why playing safe kills learning.44:01 – 46:40 — “Unlearning” is reframing: the hardest failure is success because it reinforces old patterns and makes change difficult.48:11 – 51:27 — AI hallucinations and “Maya”: why we're already trained to handle uncertainty, and how that applies to building AI systems.51:27 – 52:08 — Architecture simplified: an architect ensures user happiness through people, process, and technology.52:44 – 53:06 — Closing advice: be curious about how you can enjoy failure.  Quotable Quotes “A person who keeps experimenting… and looks forward to failures.”“Kumaran of yesterday will not be the Kumaran who goes to sleep today.”“The power of compounding becomes very high.”“If you don't have a user who wants to pay for it… what is the value of your product?”“Even if you can't get somebody to pay you hundred rupees… you have not delivered that value.”“To me, a lot of code is nothing but debt.”“People should fall in love with failure.”“An architect is somebody who ensures happiness of the user.”“Be curious about how you can enjoy failure.”Kumaran Profile:Technology professional with 20+ years experience (Unix, Windows, Cloud AI)Conducts two podcast series: "Saturday Architecture" and "Mindset Matters"Experience spans from hands-on development to business architectureKnown for: Connecting technical and philosophical conceptsKey Philosophies:"If you don't have pain, you haven't done anything"Long-term thinking reveals patterns short-term goals missAge brings pattern recognition advantage despite reduced raw capacityCommon sense is the most uncommon thingKumaran can be contacted at https://www.linkedin.com/in/akumaran/ @ctomentor is Kumaran's  twitter handle

In this episode, Dr Sabina Brennan explores how generative AI changes learning. She looks at why effortful thinking is the engine of mastery, how AI can create an illusion of competence and practical ways to use AI as a tutor rather than a crutch.Key takeaway: Learning sticks when it's hard – AI works best when it helps you reach insights, not when it replaces the work.Source: Brian W. Stone (2025), The Conversation – “How does AI affect how we learn? A cognitive psychologist explains why you learn when the work is hard”.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Nikki Barua, a successful entrepreneur and author, discusses the transformative power of AI in entrepreneurship and the importance of lifelong learning. She emphasizes the need for individuals to adapt to the changing job landscape, the concept of agentic AI, and the significance of setting specific goals. Nikki shares insights from her book, 'Beyond Barriers,' and encourages listeners to embrace the journey of personal and professional growth.-----------00:00 Introduction to Lifelong Learning and AI02:45 The Entrepreneurial Landscape and AI04:46 Navigating Job Displacement and Opportunities with AI06:56 Understanding Agentic AI and Human Collaboration10:18 The Future of AI and Its Impact on Society12:15 Applying AI as Infrastructure for Innovation12:28 Insights from 'Beyond Barriers' and Personal Growth19:28 The Journey of Growth and Overcoming Stuckness21:46 The Importance of Lifelong Learning and Unlearning

You're not imagining it — something about how we "connect" in modern life isn't working.Alec Zeck joins me, Catherine Edwards, to talk about health freedom, decentralisation, and how you can begin rebuilding real community in a fragmented digital world.Alec is one of the clearest voices in the health freedom movement, known for his work on decentralisation, community building, and moving beyond online activism into lived, real-world change.We explore why consuming more content often leaves you feeling stuck, how digital platforms quietly shape perception and division, and why health and freedom have to be lived — not just talked about online.————————————————What you'll take away:Why more information can keep you stuck rather than freeHow digital life distorts perception and fragments connectionHow to build real, local community even if you feel isolatedLeadership, responsibility, and coherence beyond online noiseWhat animals, intuition, and Alec's The Way Forward reveal about rebuilding connection————————————————Follow Alec Zeck & The Way Forward:Join The Way Forward Community (affiliate): https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-plans/ref/76/Website: https://thewayfwrd.comThe End of COVID: https://theendofcovid.comInstagram: @d_alec_zeck @thewayfwrd @the.way.fwrd (backup)————————————————Transform Your Home & Life with FLFE✨

As we step into a new year, I wanted to pause and pay gratitude to the incredible guests who joined me on The Great Unlearn in 2025. Each conversation carried depth from lived experience, from truth-telling and vulnerability to curiosity and courage, each guests showed up fully to share their unlearning moments.I also want to thank you, our Unlearn community, the ones who return week after week, who sit with these conversations and reflect just as deeply. Thank you for walking this path with me. Excited to see what we create in 2026!Watch This Episode on YouTube[1:28] 181. One Month Alone in the Dark: A Journey into Presence with Andrew Holecek[14:04] 184. The Upside Down Paradigm: Turning Science Inside Out with Mark Gober[27:26] 185. Story as Reality: Reclaiming Your Inner Authority with Filmmaker Ben Stewart[38:04] 188. The Ammortal Chamber: Science and Spirit of Healing with Co-Founder Brian Le Gette[51:31] 189. Moving Beyond Your Blocks: Emma Dunwoody on Transformational Human Design[59:16] 190. HRV: The Key to Slow Aging and Increase Vitality with Salim Najjar[01:07:43] 192. Quest Nutrition Co-Founder Tom Bilyeu on Living in Growth Mindset and The Only Belief That Matters[01:16:21] 193. Awakening to the Dream: Toltec Teachings for Life in Flow with Joel Schafer[01:29:33] 195. Why Are We Here? A Roundtable on Consciousness, Choice, and The Human Experiment with Alec Zeck, Joel Schafer, and Mark Gober[01:39:00] 197. Brainwashing & Influence: What Breaks the Human Will, What Restores It & The Future of Ethical Persuasion with Chase Hughes and Adam SchellConnect with Cal:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal.callahan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunlearnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thegreatunlearn/Website: https://www.thegreatunlearn.com

As we step into a new year, I wanted to pause and pay gratitude to the incredible guests who joined me on The Great Unlearn in 2025. Each conversation carried depth from lived experience, from truth-telling and vulnerability to curiosity and courage, each guests showed up fully to share their unlearning moments.I also want to thank you, our Unlearn community, the ones who return week after week, who sit with these conversations and reflect just as deeply. Thank you for walking this path with me. Excited to see what we create in 2026!Watch This Episode on YouTube[1:28] 166. Training for Life with Opscotch Founder & RBC GranFondo Runner Matt Christopherson[12:42] 167. Behavioral Expert Chase Hughes on The Art of Influence: From Military Intelligence to Mind Mastery[25:12] 169. The 90-Day Alcohol-Free Blueprint: James Swanwick on 15 Years of Clarity & Health[39:47] 170. Marianne Williamson on The Mystic Jesus and Unlocking More Miracles Through Free Will and Prayer[52:16] 171. Christ Over Doctrine: Alex Wolfe on Reclaiming a Heart-Led Path[1:07:02] 172. The Midlife Male MAP: Mastering the Middle Years with Greg Scheinman[1:17:10] 173. Unraveling the Victim, Villain, Hero Loop: Tah and Kole Whitty of The Condor Approach[1:27:53] 175. "I Don't Believe in Astrology": Debra Silverman on The High Road of Astrology, The Soul's Agreement, and Human Acceptance[1:36:33] 179. 110 Days Through Antarctica: Akshay Nanavati on Fearvana & the Sacred Path of SufferingConnect with Cal:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal.callahan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunlearnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thegreatunlearn/Website: https://www.thegreatunlearn.com

In this powerful conversation, Michael Rearden sits down with Samantha Kane, Conscious Guide and Certified Holistic Life Coach, to explore the importance of self-awareness in a fast-paced and overstimulated world. Samantha explains how constant rushing disconnects us from our emotions, intuition, and authentic self—leading to stress, confusion, and loss of personal direction.Together, they dive into themes of self-discovery, slowing down, inner connection, authenticity, unlearning societal programming, nervous system awareness, and the profound ripple effect of our energy on others. Samantha shares how being present, grounding yourself, and reconnecting with your inner truth can shift your entire life trajectory.This episode serves as a meaningful guide for anyone seeking clarity, emotional grounding, and a deeper connection with their authentic self.What You'll Learn in This Episode-What conscious guidance means and why self-awareness matters-How rushing through life disconnects us from our emotions-The importance of slowing down and being fully present-The difference between material happiness and inner peace-How unlearning societal programming leads to authenticity-Why our energy affects the people around us-The role of writing as a tool for self-reflection-How the nervous system influences stress and groundedness-Why healing is nonlinear and deeply personal-How reconnecting with intuition can lead to better choicesKey Takeaways✅ Conscious guidance begins with deep self-awareness✅ Our fast-paced world creates emotional disconnection✅ Presence is essential for genuine growth and well-being✅ Slowing down helps us truly face ourselves✅ Time and healing are nonlinear✅ Society conditions us to forget our natural capabilities✅ Disconnection often comes from attaching to roles and expectations✅ Writing is a grounding tool for clarity and reflection✅ The nervous system shapes how we experience life✅ We are capable of handling our emotions✅ Every life experience is a lesson✅ Unlearning societal programming leads to authenticity✅ Our energy influences others around us✅ Happiness is not defined by material success✅ Self-discovery is a personal and ongoing journey✅ Intuition must be trusted and strengthened✅ The journey matters as much as the outcome✅ Everyone can grow, change, and enhance their lifeGuest Links — Samantha KaneWebsite: https://www.rootswingswellness.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootswingswellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootswingswellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-kane-78b870bTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootswingswellnessExplore More with Michael ReardenWebsite: https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast: https://coachinginsessioSend us a MessageSupport the showWebsite: www.Revenconcepts.comEmail: Coachinginsession@gmail.com Youtube: @Revenconcepts Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with others who would benefit from it!

Happy New Year! To kick off 2026, Elizabeth welcomes registered dietitian and integrative nutrition expert Ashley Koff, RD, founder of The Better Nutrition Program and author of the forthcoming Your Best Shot: The Personalized System for Optimal Weight Health - GLP-1 Shot or Not. With over 25 years in the field, Ashley offers a grounded, science-backed perspective on the “weight health era,” especially the growing conversation around GLP-1 medications and metabolic hormones.In this episode, Ashley demystifies the hype around weight loss drugs and reveals why the real focus should be on your body's own “switch”, the weight health hormones that regulate hunger, satisfaction, and metabolism. She breaks down the importance of looking beyond the number on the scale, explaining why bone, muscle, and visceral fat composition matter so much more. Episodes Here Ashley: Your Best Shot: The Personalized System for Optimal Weight Health―GLP-1 Shot or Not  | The Better Nutrition Program Mentioned: Pure Encapsulation Magnesium Gummies BIOptimizers Magnesium BreakthroughOrtho Molecular Reacted Magnesium Say Hi To Elizabeth and Purely Elizabeth: Website | Instagram

She had everything she was told would make her happy. So why did it feel like a cage?   Ashley Jordan built a life that looked perfect on paper. The dream house. The marriage. The career as an activist. A life that looked enviable from the outside. The result … feeling absolutely caged on the inside.   She walked away from it all. The marriage to a good man. The activist career. The friendships that couldn't handle her evolution. And she rebuilt everything from the inside out based on who she actually is, not who she was told to be. This isn't a story about dramatic betrayal or abuse. It's about the quiet  suffocation of living a life that isn't yours. The terror of leaving safety for the unknown. The death of your ego when you stop performing goodness and start embodying truth.   This conversation captures the messy, beautiful journey of unbecoming. Of stripping away every mask to find the truest self underneath. Of walking away from a good man and a good career because good wasn't enough. Of losing friendships that couldn't survive her transformation. Of discovering that grief is actually love calling you home.   Ashley shares the raw truth about:

Excited to have on today's episode my following guest at You Can Overcome Anything! Podcast ShowCesarRespino.com brings to you Dr. Brett Hill, who is a chiropractor, speaker, and founder of YourPostureProgram.com, specializing in the intersection of posture, neuroplasticity, and emotional resilience. Since opening his first 200-square-foot practice in 2012, he has helped thousands of leaders, entrepreneurs, and midlife women transform their health by addressing posture not as a mechanical issue—but as a window into the nervous system. His work focuses on how subtle shifts in alignment can reduce stress, improve clarity, increase energy, and support authentic, embodied leadership. Dr. Hill brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and practical strategies that help people reconnect with their bodies so they can lead and live with greater presence and purpose.Dr. Brett Hill's message to you is:Your posture is really your nervous system talking. When you're stressed, tired, or overwhelmed, your body tightens and collapses long before your mind catches it. The good news is that when you change your posture, you change how your nervous system functions. TTo Connect with Dr. Brett Hill go to:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/XperienceLifeChiropractic/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/xperiencelifechiro/Websitehttps://www.yourpostureprogram.com/CTA (Podcast Offer)https://www.yourpostureprogram.com/videosTo Connect with CesarRespino go to:

Send us a textIn this powerful, deeply reflective episode of Soulful Self-Care Conversations, Pearl welcomes Nasirra R. Ahamed, an international life and leadership coach whose work spans Asia, Australia, the U.S., the U.K., and the Middle East.Nasirra's journey from a high-level global corporate leader to founder of The Energy Architect is a profound story of awakening, courage, and authenticity. Together, Pearl and Nasirra explore what happens when success no longer feels aligned — and how energy, awareness, and inner work can guide us back to who we truly are.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who:Feels successful on paper but disconnected insideIs living someone else's expectationsKnows something needs to change but isn't sure where to beginWants to lead and live with greater authenticity, clarity, and purposeMeet the Guest: Nasirra R. AhamedNasirra R. Ahamed is:Founder & Chief Coach of The Energy ArchitectTwo-time #1 International Bestselling AuthorICF-certified Professional CoachLife & Leadership Coach, Speaker, and MentorFormer senior global corporate leader with 26+ years of experienceRecognized among India's Top 10 Successful Personalities and Top 50 Under 50Her work blends spirituality, neuroscience, psychology, somatic healing, NLP, and leadership strategy to help individuals and leaders redesign their inner architecture — the emotional, energetic, and belief systems that shape how they show up in life and work.Introducing Little Nasirra: Finding Her VoiceNasirra takes listeners back to her childhood growing up in Bahrain within a traditional Muslim family. As a young girl, she describes herself as shy, quiet, and hesitant to express her feelings — shaped by cultural expectations and fear of judgment.Over time, life circumstances pushed her to find her voice. That journey eventually led her into senior corporate leadership roles — but at a cost. To survive and succeed in corporate environments, Nasirra felt pressured to become tougher, more aggressive, and less heart-centered than she naturally was.This inner conflict set the stage for a pivotal awakening.The Turning Point: When Success No Longer FitsDuring the COVID era, Nasirra found herself enforcing corporate demands on employees who were losing loved ones, grieving, and struggling — all while she herself was navigating personal loss.One moment stands out:Sitting in her car, tethered to a hotspot, sending a work email while her mother-in-law lay dying in the hospital.That moment forced a life-altering question:“What am I really doing this for?”The realization was undeniable — she was driving someone else's dream while silencing her own soul.From Corporate Identity to Conscious PurposeLeaving the corporate world was not easy. Nasirra describes the in-between space — where the old identity has fallen away but the new one hasn't fully formed — as confusing, lonely, and deeply transformational.She speaks candidly about:Unlearning decades of conditioningLetting go of external validationReleasing the “fake it till you make it” mentalityChoosing authenticity over performanceFor Nasirra, true success came from aligning with her inner voice — Follow Pearl onsocial media TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook: @PearlchiarenzaGo to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wsliving.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Remember to embrace your inner pearl, nourish yourself, and find balance in life. Staytrue to your authentic self and continue working on your personal growth.

The nervous system clings to familiar stories, even when they hurt. This is why healing requires an unlearning. We talk through the hidden beliefs many women inherit from survival...rest is irresponsible, pleasure is dangerous, and why these “truths” are really adaptations to hostile environments. We dive into the messy middle where healing feels like loss, because identity was built around endurance. Healing the nervous system is recalibrating from vigilance to regulation.If you've confused suffering with proof of goodness, this conversation invites a kinder frame: healing is not rejection of culture, family, or faith; it's alignment with what is true and life-giving. Expect some chaos before calm. Expect questions like who am I without pain as proof? Then expect space, real space, for devotion, choice, and steady joy. Subscribe, share with someone who needs this reframe, and leave a review with the one belief you're ready to unlearn today.To leave a review on Apple Podcasts, open the app and go to the show's page by searching for it or finding it in your library. Scroll down to the "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap "Write a Review," then give it a star rating, write your title and review, and tap "Send"

For the FREE video version with closed captions go to https://www.patreon.com/posts/s6-ep-14-walking-146890027SEE SHOWNOTES BELOWThe Awake Space with Laurie Rivers is 100% listener supported by community members at The Awake Space. NEW members save 50% on annual subscriptions at the $15 level and up if they join before December 31, 2025. go to http://patreon.com/theawakespace (The $22 tier is being retired and grandfathered Jan 1 2026, and members at that level get early access to super cool tools and mini courses in Mid-late January 2026 ahead of the public)SHOW NOTESIn S6 Ep 14 of The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers you discover what it takes to navigate the energy of 2026, especially the first part of the year before the energy makes a dramatic shift in March/April and we truly feel like we're in a new era.No, it's not going to be peace, love and light in the outer world, and Laurie guides you through understanding what it takes to create that from within and that's our focus here at the Awake Space in 2026. The Astrologers' Roundtable has the astrologers from Laurie's website wokeastrology.com discussing a patron question "What was the hardest part of learning astrology?"As always there is much gratitude to the wonderful Awake Space Community members with our newest members shoutouts!Chapters00:00 Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Change00:53 Embracing 2026: Building Stability and Security19:58 The Importance of Patrons in Podcasting20:55 Welcoming New Members and Community Engagement22:20 Astrologers' Roundtable26:27 Embracing Lifelong Learning in Astrology30:28 Unlearning and Rebuilding Astrological Knowledge33:43 Finding Trustworthy Sources in Astrology38:49 The Evolution of Astrological Interpretation42:25 The Role of Technology in Modern Astrology44:50 The Importance of Note-Taking and Retention54:24 Embracing Vulnerability and Personal Growth56:58 Healing the Money Wound and Building Confidence01:00:01 Navigating Life's Challenges and Finding Security01:03:09 Looking Ahead: 2026 and the Future of Astrology

The end matters Speaker:  Josh Zepeda This sermon was preached Sunday December 21st, 2025.

If you are a high-achieving founder or leader, you know the feeling of hitting a level of success only to realize: The person I've become no longer fits the life I built. Maybe you're restless, feeling a deep pull toward what comes next, but you are stuck between the fear of getting it wrong and the clarity of your true intuition.Today we welcome Sara Anderson, an executive coach and communication strategist who works with women leaders on presence, resonance, and personal power. Sara's journey - from corporate tech to acting to coaching - gives her a unique perspective on the necessary, often uncomfortable work of stepping into a new identity.In this episode, you'll learn about:The core limiting belief you need to unlearn: How to distinguish between authentic desire and what you think will make you look impressive.The power of reframing fear: Why feeling scared isn't "wrong," but a sign you are meeting your edge.The Jenga Game of Identity: How to approach major life transitions by making small shifts instead of forcing a full, disruptive overhaul.The importance of internal growth metrics over external praise (sales, likes, applause).Tactical ways to regulate your nervous system daily, even if you struggle with consistency or have ADHD.Why protecting your "baby ideas" from fear-based projections is critical for women leaders and recovering people-pleasers.The power of magnetism: How repelling the wrong opportunities and people is just as important as attracting the right ones.Why awareness without judgment is the key to escaping the perfectionist, all-or-nothing trap.Episode Timestamps:00:03:00 – The initial belief you need to unlearn to step into your next version.00:05:00 – The struggle to discern between fear and intuition.00:08:00 – How to get out of your own way: Why the mindset that got you here won't get you there.00:09:00 – Defining and using internal metrics of success.00:11:00 – Simple, tactical ways to regulate your nervous system when you feel overwhelmed.00:15:00 – How to approach major life transitions like a Jenga game (small shifts vs. overhaul).00:18:00 – Navigating the friction when your network is accustomed to an old version of you.00:22:00 – The shift from being polished and "good" to being authentic and magnetic.00:25:00 – Final advice: Why the journey is forever, and why you should lead with compassion.About Sara Anderson: Website: https://saraanderson.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraanderson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara.anderson___/Let's Work Together:Book a 90-Minute Clarity CallToday's episode is brought to you by The Planner's Vault—your go-to resource for wedding pros who want to grow, connect, and thrive. If you're looking for expert education, a supportive community, and real-talk guidance to elevate your business, come join us inside The Vault. We'd love to have you!For Real on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forrealwithmegan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForRealPodcastHosted by Megan Gillikin, For Real is presented by The Planner's Vault, and is produced by Walk West.

Back when I first worked with Jana Werner at Tesco Bank, I saw firsthand how a crisis could be a crucible for innovation and transformation. Her ability to unlock potential in even the most challenged teams was unforgettable. Now, teaming up with Phil Le-Brun—a transformational leader I came to know through his work at McDonald's—they've co-authored The Octopus Organization, a guide for thriving in an age of continuous transformation.In this episode, we go behind the scenes of their book and explore the anti-patterns that hold organizations back, the behaviors leaders must unlearn, and the mindset shifts required to succeed when change never stops. Whether you're a CEO, change agent, or team lead, you'll leave with small, actionable experiments to start evolving your organization—today.Key TakeawaysUnlearning blame-based leadership: Shifting focus from fixing people to fixing systems unlocks performance and trust.Spotting anti-patterns in everyday behavior: Habits like jargon, silos, and avoidance subtly block progress.Embracing uncertainty in leadership: Probabilistic thinking builds better decisions and psychological safety.Driving transformation through small experiments: Distributed action outperforms top-down mandates.Leading with curiosity in the age of AI: Execs must actively engage with tech to stay relevant and credible.Additional InsightsBehind the book: Why The Octopus Organization centers on 36 anti-patterns and how they uncovered themReal-world leadership stories: Lessons from Tesco Bank, McDonald's, Amazon, and FerrariTransformation fatigue is real: Overengineered change efforts often create fear and resistanceAlignment breakdowns in leadership teams: Many transformations fail because leaders aren't truly on the same pageReframing performance: Asking “what did you stop doing” reveals deeper impact than traditional goalsEpisode Highlights00:00 – Episode RecapJana Werner shares how she took over a struggling tech team, discovered their true strengths, and transformed their performance by rebuilding culture and trust. Phil Le-Brun describes the importance of creating a culture of trust in organizations, allowing people to test ideas and make a real difference.02:46 – Guest Introduction: Jana Werner & Phil Le-BrunBarry O'Reilly introduces guests Jana Werner and Phil Le-Brun, describing their collaboration during times of crisis at Tesco Bank, their leadership backgrounds, and their shared vision for adaptive, purpose-driven organizations as captured in their new book.04:36 – Revitalizing a Demotivated Team at Tesco BankJana Werner narrates how she took over a demotivated technology team, overcame her initial preconceptions, and transformed the group into a top-performing unit by changing culture, empowering individuals, and shifting organizational dynamics.07:07 – Lessons from McDonald's: Balancing Centralization and AgilityPhil Le-Brun explains McDonald's transformation journey, the need to unify local and corporate efforts, and the financial impact of building trust and alignment.10:16 – Learning from Industry LeadersPhil recounts interviews with CEOs like Indra Nooyi and Benedetto Vigna, highlighting that true leadership requires humility, storytelling, and ongoing curiosity.14:14 – Unlearning the Need for CertaintyJana Werner discusses shifting away from needing all the answers and embracing uncertainty, drawing on insights from Annie Duke and other...

Brandon Ganch, aka The Mad Fientist, joins us to share how he’s trying to break some of the frugal habits that allowed him to retire at the age of 34. He is one of the earliest analytical voices in the FI movement, known for treating FI as a systems problem. He leverages his background in computer science, strong preference for systems thinking, experimentation, and automating FI decisions to bring unique perspectives and ways of thinking to the FI space. Brandon retired extremely early, then realized he needed to redesign his post-FI life, not just his finances. Most people in the world can’t imagine training themselves to spend more money, but in this space, we totally get it. Brandon walks us through all the experiments he’s done around spending money to retrain how he thinks about spending decisions. He covers specific examples of how he is reframing things as well as the increased happiness he’s experiencing thanks to these purchases. Topics covered include: How to recalibrate your brain to determine which spending decisions are really worth your time based on net worth Setting aside “Cash Machines” for future purchases Running spending experiments and setting spending rules Breaking old psychological traps to overcome frugality And so much more. If you found the episode valuable, please share it with a friend! Links from The Episode Wealth Machines (https://wealthmachines.co) – Join as a beta tester before December 12th Mad Fientist Website (https://madfientist.com) Financial Independence Podcast (https://www.madfientist.com/podcast/) YouTube Interview https://youtu.be/mrWl40q_K64 Join the Community We'd love to hear your comments and questions about this week's episode. Here are some of the best ways to stay in touch and get involved in The FI Show community! Grab the Ultimate FI Spreadsheet Join our Facebook Group Leave us a voicemail Send an email to contact [at] TheFIshow [dot] com If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a rating/review! >> You can do that by clicking here 

I recently joined Preston Douglas Boyer on his Liquid Life podcast for a wide-open, deep dive into my experience of waking up to what truly matters in my life. It gave me the chance to share my unfiltered truth in a big way.We explore my evolution and lessons as a father, my path through psychedelics, and how all of it weaves together to support a new way of being in the world. So if you're unlearning the roles you once held and feeling the pull toward a new identity, I hope you'll listen in.ResourcesWatch This Episode on YouTubeConnect with Douglas:Douglas' InstagramLiquid Life InstagramLiquid Life PodcastLiquid Life YouTubePreston Douglas Boyer ArtConnect with Cal:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal.callahan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatunlearnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thegreatunlearn/Website: https://www.thegreatunlearn.comSponsors:BERSKI: Use code UNLEARN for the best holistic, nutrient-dense meat sticks in the gameCheck out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors