Best BAWL Podcasts (2026)

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Bonus EP - Nigel Grainge: Thin Lizzy, The Boomtown Rats, Sinéad O'Connor and Ensign Records 37:00

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3d ago37:00

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An archive interview with Nigel Grainge on setting up Ensign Records, signing Thin Lizzy, The Boomtown Rats, The Waterboys, Sinéad O’Connor, Into Paradise and Stump, and other stories. Episode notes are ⁠here⁠.

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My Top 2026 Predictions : Why 2026 Will Be The Year of The Pleasurepreneur 32:18

7d ago32:18

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In this episode Regan breaks down why she believes 2026 is the Year of the Pleasurepreneur and what the shifting online landscape means for coaches, creatives and healers who want to grow with ease, authenticity and nervous system-led strategy. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: • Why the online space is getting louder and more AI saturated • What …

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2025 in Review: My Wins, Lessons, Vulnerable BTS Reflections of This Year. 26:51

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In this episode Regan takes you behind the scenes of her biggest year in business yet. The highs, the lows, the identity shifts, the soft-shell-crab season, and everything in between. Inside this raw, honest recap, you’ll hear about: • The organisational glow-up that changed everything • Hiring support and the identity shift of not doing it all alo…

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EP57 - A Tonic For the Troops by The Boomtown Rats 50:00

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On this episode I’m joined by Bob Geldof to talk about The Boomtown Rats' second album, A Tonic For the Troops. Our chat goes in many different directions: Ireland of the 1970s, signing to Ensign Records, working with producer Mutt Lange, the Catholic Church in Ireland, The Boomtown Rats at 50, ‘Rat Trap’ hitting No. 1 in the UK and more. Episode n…

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Urgency-Based Motivation: Why You Wait Until the Last Minute… and What to Do Instead 24:15

22d ago24:15

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If you’ve ever waited way too long to get ready, start a task, write the post, send the email, or take action in your business — even though you had plenty of time — this episode is going to feel like a hug, a mirror, and a strategy session all at once. Today, Regan breaks down urgency-based motivation — the habit of needing chaos, time pressure, o…

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Bawling in Business Class: How to Expand Your Capacity for Success 25:18

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This week on The Pleasurepreneur Podcast, we’re going somewhere unexpected…Business Class — where Regan found herself bawling her eyes out, not from sadness, but from pure gratitude, expansion, and an identity-level upgrade. Inside this raw, intimate episode, Regan shares: The four-day trip that cracked her open The literal and energetic “upgrades”…

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RUN DA BAWL with Funny Maine Johnson 35:24

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Coach D talks to one of the funniest guys in the country and Mr. Run Da Bawl, known for his commentary after each SEC game weekend. The two talk about his start and how he built the brand.

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Was part of the crew with Myles Taylor 29:42

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Myles Taylor came in with a hardworking crew to train with Coach D and the bond it created is forever lasting.

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Following in the Dawg Paw Prints to Alabama with Zak Cain 24:14

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Zak Cain is headed to The University of Alabama.

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Stepping into the spotlight with Austin Nance of Hazel Green High School 36:50

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Coach D talks to one of his favorite guards, Austin Nance of Hazel Green High School in Hazel Green, Alabama.

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High Expectations for Senior year with Jacob Parks, Harrison Lockett and Ethan Whorton of Bob Jones High School. 54:59

1M ago54:59

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High Expectations for Senior year with Jacob Parks, Harrison Lockett and Ethan Whorton of Bob Jones High School. Coach D talks to three athletes that he has been with since their middle school days.

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Mercer Bound for TY Doughty 24:35

1M ago24:35

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Coach calls Ty Doughty the hardest working puppy outside of his own sons Keyshawn and Deondre. Hear his story.

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Chasing Destiny with Chase Bell 55:05

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Coach D sits down with one of his first Huntsville pups to come and train with him to talk about his athletic journey.

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The First DSA Group: Zach Readus and Jayden Nesbitt 1:01:17

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Coach D sits down with two of the founding members of his first DSA Post Grad Prep team. Everyone had counted these players out in High School and Coach D took 10 players that were unrecruited and landed them all on College rosters.

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Want to Be Rich & Rested? How to NOT Build a Business That Costs You What You Value Most. 23:40

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Most women in business secretly fear the same thing: “What if success costs me everything I love?” More money = less time. More clients = less energy. Bigger business = burnout, sacrifice, overwhelm. But what if the exact opposite is true? In this episode, Regan breaks down one of the most important — and most misunderstood — truths for women in bu…

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Bonus EP - Stuart Bailie: 40 years of music stories and more 1:26:00

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Stuart Bailie is a former assistant editor of the NME. From Belfast, he played in Punk bands in the late 70s and early 80s. In 1985 he sold his guitar and bought a typewriter. He headed to London and started writing for Record Mirror. He has just published "The Song is Nearly Over: Music Stories 1985-2025". We chat about growing up in Belfast durin…

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You’re THIS Close to More Clients and Cashflow : Here’s How to Make It Happen (With Pleasure) 25:11

2M ago25:11

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If you’ve been feeling like you’re doing all the "right" things in your business but the results aren’t matching the effort… this episode is your turning point. Today, Regan dives into one of the biggest (and most misunderstood) catalysts for consistent clients, cashflow, and momentum: Learning to SELL with pleasure. Not by: Building a fancier webs…

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The Secret to Becoming Unstoppable and Make Your Success Inevitable (Even When if Feels Like Nothing’s Working) 24:31

2M ago24:31

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What happens when your launch flops, your offer goes quiet, or you hit a month (or a few months) where nothing seems to be working? If you've ever spiralled into self-doubt or quietly "quit" on your business goals, this episode is your loving but powerful wake-up call. In this soul-sparking riff, Regan shares what it really means to become unstoppa…

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The Real Reason to Raise Your Rates: The Energetics Behind Increasing Your Prices 17:07

2M ago17:07

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Thinking about increasing your prices? This episode is your permission slip to stop overcomplicating it and start embodying your next-level self. Regan peels back the layers of what it really takes to raise your prices — and it's not about adding more bells, bonuses, or busywork. It’s about who you become in the process. Whether you're in the early…

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Are You Playing Business or Building One? 18:44

3M ago18:44

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If you’ve ever found yourself designing the perfect logo, picking brand colours, or planning your dream website... instead of actually calling in clients — this one’s for you. In this episode of The Pleasurepreneur Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really means to generate business (versus just playing at it). And it might feel a l…

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From Passion Project to Profitable Business (Without Burning Out) 24:42

3M ago24:42

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Are you building a business... or funding a very expensive hobby? In this episode of The Pleasurepreneur Podcast, we’re exploring what it really takes to shift from a heart-fuelled passion project to a sustainably profitable business—without losing your soul, your creativity, or your values along the way. If you’ve been: Saying yes to every inquiry…

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EP56 - Here's One We Made Earlier by The Pale 1:11:00

3M ago1:11:00

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On this episode I’m joined by Matthew Devereux for a deep dive into Here’s One We Made Earlier the debut album by The Pale. We discuss the band’s early days, signing to A&M Records, recording their debut album in 1992, the album’s three singles (‘Dogs With No Tails’, ‘Butterfly’ and ‘Shut Up Venus’), becoming a self-sufficient band post major label…

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EP56 - Preview 1:00

3M ago1:00

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A short preview of Episode 56 – Here's One We Made Earlier by The Pale

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Kill Comparison-itis & Find Your Focus in Business + My Recent Experience with Comparing 34:46

3M ago34:46

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If you’ve ever felt not-enough, lost or distracted following someone else’s success online than this one’s for you. In this episode, Regan dives into Comparisonitis: how it drains your energy, warps your perspective, and keeps you stuck treading water instead of making progress in your own lane. She breaks down exactly what to burn away to narrow t…

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EP55 - The Spirit of Oberlin by Eileen Gogan 1:17:32

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Eileen Gogan joins me to chat about her debut album The Spirit of Oberlin, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Eileen was in The Would Be’s, The Revenants, The Drays and joined Microdisney for their reformation gigs. We talk about all of that and more including her second album, Under Moving Skies and her collaborations with Cathal Cou…

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Navigating Guilt & The Self-Sacrificing Narrative That Holds Us Back in Business : What Would a Middle-Aged White Man Running a Business Do??? 25:10

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In today's episode, host Regan Figg discusses overcoming societal conditioning and cultural beliefs that often make women, particularly mothers, feel guilty about prioritising themselves and their businesses. Regan explores the difference between genuine guilt and discomfort, explains how the strategy of thinking like a middle-aged white man can he…

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When You Want To Reignite Your Creative Fire or You Feel Like You've Lost Your Why 44:40

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In this episode of the Pleasurepreneur podcast, host Regan Figg takes listeners on a journey toward reigniting their creative fires in business through pleasure and authentic connection. Regan shares personal experiences, including a surprise birthday getaway that inspired her, and provides actionable strategies to reclaim creativity and passion. T…

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When Journaling, Manifesting & ChatGPT Aren’t Giving You Clarity & Inspiration: Try This Instead 20:28

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In this episode of the Pleasurepreneur podcast, host Regan Fig discusses the transformative power of physically being in the room with other like-minded individuals. She emphasises the importance of human connection amidst the rise of AI and the isolation from recent years of virtual interactions. Regan explores how being in a physical space with o…

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EP54 - Year Zero by Bawl 1:20:30

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Mark Cullen joins me to chat about his bands Bawl, Fixed Stars and Ponyclub. We discuss Bawl's Year Zero album and the three albums he recorded as Pony Club (Home Truths, Family Business and Post-Romantic). We also talk about writing songs with The Lightning Seeds' Ian Broudie, being championed by Morrissey in the early 00s, the mid-90s UK Indie sc…

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Are You Following Your True Desires or Chasing Someone Else’s? How to Go All-In on Your Own Dreams & the Surprising Way to Know The Aligned Steps There 39:25

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In this episode of The Pleasurepreneur Podcast, host Regan Figg discusses the intricate relationship between desire, pleasure, and business success. She explores how true desires can serve as a compass, guiding business decisions, and the difference between true desires and mimetic desires - the latter being shallow, borrowed aspirations. Regan sha…

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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome : The Difference Between Being Out of Integrity & Imposter Syndrome and Why I Believe Imposter Syndrome is a Good Sign 34:43

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the Pleasurepreneur Podcast, Regan dives into the all too common issue of imposter syndrome and how it shows up for coaches, creatives, and entrepreneurs. She shares a fresh take that flips the script, suggesting imposter syndrome often signals growth, integrity, and a desire to stay aligned, rather than incompet…

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EP53 - Silly Songs For Cynical People by The Would Be's 1:12:00

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In this episode I’m joined by Julie McDonnell, Aidine O’Reilly and Paul Finnegan of The Would Be's. We discuss the early years of the band: forming in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan in the late 80s; being championed by John Peel; supporting Morrissey; being lauded in the UK music press and their first three singles on Decoy Records including debut single 'I…

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Stop Waiting for a Sign: What Happens When You Wait and the Power of Decisive Action. 32:11

6M ago32:11

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In this episode of the podcast, Regan shares insights on moving from desire to action in business and life. Emphasising the cost of delaying actions and waiting for the 'perfect' conditions, she discusses personal anecdotes and client stories. Regan highlights the importance of honouring one's desires promptly to avoid missed opportunities and prof…

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How I Hire My Mentors and Never Regret It - The Pitfalls, the red flags and the things to consider when hiring your next mentor. 46:24

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In this episode of the show, host Regan unpacks the process of choosing mentors without regret. She shares personal experiences and strategies for vetting potential mentors based on resonance, energy, and embodiment rather than qualifications or guarantees of results. Regan discusses common pitfalls such as mistaking fear for a 'no' and over-relyin…

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EP52 - Exit Trashtown by Cypress, Mine! 1:30:30

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In this episode I’m joined by Cypress, Mine! members Ciarán Ó Tuama, Ian Olney and Mark Healy to tell the story of the band and a whole lot more. Cypress, Mine! formed in 1984, they released three singles and the album Exit Trashtown (Solid Records, 1988), before disbanding in 1989. Morty McCarthy from The Sultans of Ping and Craig Walker from Powe…

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The Unspoken Link Between Business And Pleasure : The real reason you're not experiencing the success or pleasure you desire in your business (and how to change that). 18:01

6M ago18:01

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Ever wonder why business feels harder than it should? Why you know you’re meant for more—more income, more clients, more pleasure—but it still feels out of reach? In today’s episode of The Pleasurepreneur Podcast, I’m sharing the unspoken link that changed everything for me and my clients: the hidden mindset that blocks us from receiving both pleas…

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EP52 - Preview 1 1:00

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A short preview of Episode 52 – Exit Trashtown by Cypress, Mine!

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EP51 - Understand by Brian 1:26:00

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Brian is Ken Sweeney and Understand was his debut mini-album released on Setanta records in 1992. Ken chats about Dublin music in the 70s and 80s, the early 90s indie scene in London, the full history of Brian, Setanta Records, being Irish in London in the 90s, Bring Trouble (the second Brian album from 1999), Ken’s 25+ years working as an entertai…

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Stronger Than Strategy — Why Strategy Isn’t Enough (And What Is) 12:33

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This is an audio recording of an Instagram LIVE I shared recently 👇👇👇 CLICK HERE for the audio visual experience on my Instagram page. ...... You don’t always need a better strategy. Sometimes, what you need is to finally do the thing you already know works—but can’t seem to bring yourself to implement. In this episode, I share how my recovery from…

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A2S Ep 58:We Back? 20:58

7M ago20:58

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Rob and Dre talk about how they feel about the Bulls moves over the last two years.

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EP51 - Video Preview 1 0:59

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A short video preview of Episode 51 – Understand by Brian.

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EP51 - Preview 1 1:00

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A short preview of Episode 51 – Understand by Brian.

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Motherhood, Women's Circles, and Six-Figure Success with Rachael Rose 51:24

8M ago51:24

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What if running a successful business actually enhanced your family life instead of competing with it? In this captivating conversation with Rachael Rose, we explore how she built a thriving, values-driven business while creating a life that prioritizes what matters most. Rachael pulls back the curtain on her journey from working as a doula to buil…

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EP50 - Song of Co-Aklan by Cathal Coughlan 53:00

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To mark Cathal Coughlan’s third anniversary EP50 isdevoted to his 2021 album, Song of Co-Aklan. It was the sixth album under Cathal’s own name, it was released on 31 March 2021 and this interview with Cathal was first broadcast on Songs to Learn and Sing on 103.2 Dublin City FM on 07 April 2021. Cathal talks about writing the songs for Song of Co-A…

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EP50 - Preview 2 1:00

8M ago1:00

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A second short preview of Episode 50 – Song of Co-Aklan by Cathal Coughlan.

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EP50 - Preview 1 1:00

8M ago1:00

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A short preview of Episode 50 – Song of Co-Aklan by Cathal Coughlan.

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Rewilding Your Business with Lucy Aikenreid : A Matriarchal Approach 1:03:33

8M ago1:03:33

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Episode Description: In this episode, Regan chats with Lucy Aikenreid, a passionate business coach with a nature-based approach to entrepreneurship. They dive deep into how integrating pleasure, acceptance, and nature can transform the way you approach business, especially when it feels like the world is expecting you to hustle nonstop. They explor…

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F*ck "The Full Body Yes": How to Make Bold Decisions That Grow Your Business - An Instagram Live. 17:52

9M ago17:52

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In today’s episode, a recording of very well loved Instagram Live from 12 months ago, I dive into the concept of the “Full Body Yes”. I share why it’s not always the best approach for making big decisions, especially when it comes to stretching yourself and your business. I share how stepping out of your comfort zone—where your body might not give …

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BTS: My Sustainable Business Model - How I Take Quarterly Breaks Without Losing Momentum 44:36

9M ago44:36

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In this episode, we're diving into a counterintuitive but powerful truth: rest doesn’t slow your business down—it fuels its growth. I’m sharing why stepping back can actually propel you forward, the hidden costs of pushing through exhaustion, and how prioritizing pleasure and sustainability in your business creates long-term success. If you've ever…

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Dopamine for Dollars: The Neuroscience of Pleasure & Profit 30:47

10M ago30:47

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In this episode, I dive into the neuroscience behind why prioritising pleasure isn't just a self-care strategy—it's a proven approach to creating more success, money, and sustainable momentum in your business. Drawing from my background as a former exercise physiologist, I explain how dopamine drives motivation and how pleasure enhances cognitive f…