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What Astronauts Bring Back From Space: The Overview Effect with Frank White (Episode #191)
Frank White is renowned for coining the term "overview effect" to describe the profound and transformative experience astronauts have when they view Earth from space, recognizing its fragility and interconnectedness.

What’s Wrong with Being Angry?
Anger seems to be running rampant in society, but what's wrong with being angry? Here's a different way of looking at anger that may help us heal.

Transform Your Life with Timeless Wisdom—Pamela Ayo Yetunde, Th.D (Summer Series #4.8)
Transform Your Life with Timeless Wisdom—Pamela Ayo Yetunde, Th.D (Summer Series #4.8) Dr. Pamela Ayo Yetunde is a visionary Pastoral Counselor, author, and Community Dharma Leader with a Doctorate in Theology and a passion for community care. Dr. Yetunde provides…

The Power of Personal Branding: Scream Your Dream! With Cheldin Barlatt Rumer (Summer Series #4.7)
CEO Cheldin Barlatt Rumer is the powerhouse behind the 'This Is It Network,' a global female-and-minority-owned digital streaming entertainment and education platform. Known for her dynamic insights on personal branding, networking, storytelling, and empowerment, Cheldin shares her journey helping others "scream their dream." Whether you're an entrepreneur, or simply looking for some motivation to find what’s next for you, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.

What’s Your Gut Telling You? Secrets of the Microbiome with Dr. Jack Gilbert (Episode #190)
Dr. Jack Gilbert is a luminary in the hidden world of our microbiomes—the trillions of tiny organisms that live in and on our bodies. Dr. Gilbert's groundbreaking research has shed light on how the makeup of this ecosystem on our bodies is shaping our health; from personalized medicine to mental health, to chronic disease response, his work is unlocking the secrets that will change our shared future.

Beyond Butterflies: Giving Kids Space to Experience Emotions
Letting kids experience their emotions can foster true resilience, but striking the perfect balance between support and independence can be hard. Here's some inspiration on where to start.

Feeling Stuck? Try Asking Fresh Questions with Flint Sparks (Summer Series #4.6)
Flint Sparks, a Zen teacher and licensed psychologist of 40 years, shares some practical but transformative practices, blending Eastern philosophy with Western psychology to navigate life's challenges. We talk about the barriers we might be unknowingly putting up against our own happiness, and how we can break them down to give ourselves a boost of clarity and connection.

Here’s How to Live Life In Your Zone of Genius with Gay Hendricks (Episode #189)
Gay Hendricks is a renowned author celebrated for his bestselling book "The Big Leap," which has transformed the lives of millions with its profound insights into personal growth and success. His groundbreaking concepts have made him a leading voice in the field of personal development, and he has a new book of daily practices that we are delighted to celebrate in this episode.

Navigating the ‘Messy Middle’ of Personal Growth with Christal Brown (Summer Series #4.5)
Christal Brown is a dynamic author, coach, facilitator, choreographer, educator, and mother; and as the first Black woman to be tenured at Middlebury College, Christal has broken barriers and inspired many. Founder of Life Steps and Stages, her insights help individuals and institutions navigate the messy phases of realizing their visions.

Why Being Bored is Wonderful!
Do we need to be bored more often? In a world that is constantly full of mental chatter, boredom can help us practice finding respite.

Treat Your Dreams as a Prototype: Don’t Dwell, Get Started! with Kenton Lee (Summer Series #4.4)
Kenton Lee is the innovative mind behind the "The Shoe That Grows,” a solution (and now an enormously successful non-profit) that has provided shoes for hundreds of thousands of impoverished children in places where soil-borne diseases can take their lives. We dive into Kenton’s journey, from idea to impact, and he shares the mindset that can help anyone to do what he did.

Putting Telemarketers on Hold Using AI with Roger Anderson (Episode #188)
In a world where unsolicited phone calls have become a nuisance for many, Roger Anderson stands out as a pioneer in fighting back against telemarketing. He has devised a clever and entertaining way to respond to these unwanted calls: The Jolly Roger Phone Company.
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