Best Jonathan Fields / Acast Podcasts (2025)

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Caviar 101 with Black River Caviar 1:04:25

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Caviar. Is there any word — or food — that more quickly conjures up associations of luxury and opulence? But caviar isn’t just a thing to serve on the yacht you don’t own, caviar has a rich history. Once a snack only for Russian oligarchs, today it is found in more places and likely on potato chips. Eli talks with Sarah Mayo for a deep dive into th…

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Future of Medicine: Breakthroughs in Heart Health [Ep. 4] 58:56

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Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing heart disease prevention and treatment with Dr. Ami Bhatt, Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology. From AI-powered early detection tools to personalized risk prediction, learn how new technologies are making quality cardiac care more accessible while preserving the esse…

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Elizabeth Gilbert | The Weekly Practice That Changed Her Life 1:05:16

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In this soul-stirring conversation, bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert reveals the transformative practice of "Letters from Love" - a simple yet profound writing ritual that helped her emerge from her darkest moments and has since touched thousands of lives. Liz shares how to access unconditional love through pen and paper, offering a practical p…

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The Whiskey that Set a Land Speed Record: Montgomery Distilling 1:15:48

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Not every distillery owner has a land speed record to their name, but Ryan Montgomery of Montgomery Distilling does. So Eli talked with him about all things spirits, from the Montana-grown grain that helped power that land speed record, to the world’s first bourbon-based amaro. They also discuss the similarities between aquavit and gin; the labor o…

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Introducing: No Small Endeavor: Joy Harjo on Poetry and Pursuit of the Common Good 49:06

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Sharing an episode of the No Small Endeavor podcast. These days, our culture is marked by political unrest, polarization and anxiety. Beauty and art feel like a luxury, or even a distraction. In a special series, No Small Endeavor is asking: What if art, beauty, and poetry are exactly what we need to face the crisis at hand? Can poetry help us prot…

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Future of Medicine: Regenerative Medicine, Stem Cells & Peptides [Ep. 3] 52:42

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Dr. Adeel Khan reveals why many current stem cell therapies may be based on outdated science, and introduces a revolutionary discovery from Japan that could transform medicine: Muse cells. From cutting-edge peptide therapies to gene treatments that could reverse aging, this episode explores how regenerative medicine is making science fiction real, …

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Ani DiFranco: Fierce, Free, Creative & True 59:29

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From punk rock revolutionary to bridge-builder, Grammy winner Ani DiFranco reveals how being canceled by her own community transformed her approach to activism and art. This intimate conversation explores how to maintain fierce convictions while fostering revolutionary love, featuring vulnerable insights about evolving activism, DIY independence, a…

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HiFi Audio, Aesthetics, & Design w/ Heaven 11’s Itai Azerad 55:00

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A famous philosopher once said, “Without music, life would be a mistake.” We agree. And while music is all around us, it’s easier and easier to take it for granted, or to have a very diluted experience of it. So, how do you elevate your everyday music listening experience? Today, Simon catches up with Itai Azerad, founder of Heaven 11, to talk abou…

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Future of Medicine: AI vs. Doctors, Who Wins? We ALL Do! [Ep. 2] 1:00:32

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What if AI could help solve medicine's biggest blind spots? Harvard Medical School researcher Dr. Charlotte Blease reveals why doctors can only keep up with 2% of new medical research and how artificial intelligence could transform healthcare for both patients and providers. Drawing from her new book Dr Bot: Why Doctors Can Fail and How AI Could Sa…

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Reimagining Midlife: My 2x20 Project™ Update & the Power of Experiments 1:15:58

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In this deeply personal episode, Jonathan Fields reveals the transformative results of his two-year, 2x20 Project™experiment—an intentional journey of reinvention designed to set up the next 20 years of his life. Through candid reflections on hands-on creativity, meaningful connections, and confronting long-held fears, Jonathan shares how this stru…

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Travel Coffee Gear, Hand Grinders, & Coffee Roasting with Calibration Coffee Lab’s Alex LeBlanc 51:20

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How do you make great coffee on the road? Jonathan talks with Alex LeBlanc, the owner and head roaster at Calibration Coffee Lab, to talk about our recent attempts at this. Then, we discuss Alex’s own approach to roasting, and what becomes clear is that there are lots of different priorities and values that a particular coffee roaster might have — …

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Future of Medicine: The Science of Super-Aging [Ep. 1] 1:04:29

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What if we could spot disease decades before symptoms appear? Dr. Eric Topol, one of medicine's most influential voices, reveals how new AI-powered diagnostics and precision treatments are revolutionizing the way we prevent disease and extend healthy lifespans. In this illuminating conversation from our Future of Medicine series, discover the scien…

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How The World’s Worst First Date Led to a Video that Changed Everything 54:30

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From an anxiety-filled first date involving 100 tacos to becoming a trusted voice for millions, Elyse Myers shares how embracing her authentic self: quirks, struggles, and all, led to unexpected connection and community. In this candid conversation about her new book, That's a Great Question, I'd Love to Tell You, she reveals practical strategies f…

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Small Habits, Big Changes: Rewire Your Brain for Success | Spotlight Convo 1:14:27

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Learn how tiny habits can transform your life from the inside out in this spotlight conversation. Discover Mel Robbins' shockingly simple "High Five Habit" to flood your body with confidence chemicals. Learn James Clear's step-by-step system from Atomic Habits for turning small routines into remarkable growth. And get Nicole Vignola's neuroplastici…

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Parenting Adult Kids Without Losing Your Mind (or Their Trust) | Lisa Damour Ph.D. 54:19

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What if your teenager's emotional storms and late-night worries aren't problems to fix, but signs of healthy development? Lisa Damour, Ph.D., author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents, joins two parents for an intimate conversation that flips conventional wisdom about raising teens and you…

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5 Ways to Breathe That Ease Anxiety, Induce Calm & Boost Performance | Jessica Dibb 1:09:50

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Transform anxiety into calm, stress into clarity, and disconnection into deep presence through the one tool you already have complete mastery over: your breath. In this illuminating conversation, conscious breathing pioneer Jessica Dibb shares powerful yet simple techniques from her book, Breathwork and Psychotherapy: Clinical Applications for Heal…

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Finding Your True Calling Through Life's Darkest Moments | Parker J. Palmer 1:01:52

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Parker Palmer shares how three seasons of profound depression led him to a surprising discovery about authentic living and finding your true calling. Through intimate stories of his journey from academic to activist to spiritual teacher, Palmer reveals why embracing our shadows and letting go of who we "should be" opens the door to who we truly are…

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Introducing: Decoding Women’s Health with Dr. Elizabeth Poynor 4:42

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Here’s a preview of a new show from our friends at Pushkin Industries and the Atira Health and Research Institute. On Decoding Women’s Health, Dr. Elizabeth Poynor makes the science of women’s health accessible—from hormones to metabolism to longevity—so you can thrive at any stage of life. A world-renowned gynecologic oncologist and advanced pelvi…

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The Simple Shift in Beliefs That Adds 7 Years to Your Life | Dr. Kerry Burnight 58:51

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Forget everything you think you know about aging. In this eye-opening conversation, gerontologist Dr. Kerry Burnight reveals why your genes only determine 25% of how you'll age, and how your mindset about getting older can add or subtract 7 years from your life. Drawing from her NYT bestseller, Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Sec…

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How to Turn an Emotional Transition Into a Beautiful Celebration | Tembi Locke 55:46

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When New York Times bestselling author Tembi Locke faced sending her only child to college, she created what she calls a "college moon" - a transformative journey through Sicily that offers fresh wisdom for anyone navigating major life transitions. In her new audio memoir, Someday, Now: A Memoir of Family, Reclaiming Possibility, and One Sicilian S…

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Nib Making, Engine Turning, & Hand Chasing: the Art of Pen & Pencil Making with Giles English of Yard-O-Led 1:02:52

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Since 1822, Yard-O-Led has been making some of the finest pens and pencils in the world. They’ve survived wars, they created the “self-propelling pencil,” and today, we talk with Giles English, about the nearly 200-year history of the company that invented the mechanical pencil and still hand-crafts every sterling silver pen in their Birmingham wor…

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Simple Food & Lifestyle Choices That Protect Your Brain | Austin Perlmutter, MD 1:09:29

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Every choice you make today is rewiring your brain, shaping not just how you think and feel, but who you become. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Austin Perlmutter, author of Brain Wash: Detox Your Mind for Clearer Thinking, Deeper Relationships, and Lasting Happiness, reveals how modern life disrupts our brain chemistry and shares simple, sci…

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Harness the Power of Deep Listening to Transform Your Relationships | Emily Kasriel 55:48

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Former BBC executive Emily Kasriel reveals eight practical steps to transform any conversation through the art of deep listening, from healing family relationships to bridging seemingly impossible divides. Drawing from research across boardrooms and conflict zones, she shares surprising insights about how small changes in how we listen can lead to …

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From Triggered to Tranquil: Reset Your Nervous System for Lasting Calm | Spotlight Convo 1:04:57

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Your nervous system shapes every reaction, emotion, and experience in your life, yet most of us never learned how to work with it effectively. In this episode, discover practical tools to shift from stress to stability, backed by cutting-edge research and real-world applications from experts who've trained thousands in nervous system regulation. Le…

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Life’s Hidden Season: When Everything Finally Makes Sense | Mark Nepo 49:12

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Through ancient Chinese wisdom and personal experience, poet and spiritual teacher Mark Nepo reveals how life's second half can be our most profound creative awakening. In this intimate conversation about his new book The Fifth Season: Creativity in the Second Half of Life, Nepo shares how aging isn't about decline but rather an invitation to strip…

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“Get Thee To A Cheese Monger!” Cheesemaking w/ Jasper Hill Farm 1:10:19

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Jasper Hill Farm is one of the most respected names in American artisan cheese, and in today’s episode, Jonathan & Eli talk with Zoe Brickley — Jasper Hill’s “Minister of Culture” — about how a struggling Vermont dairy made a big gamble that grew into an award-winning operation. We dig into the 9,000-year history of cheesemaking; the science and cr…

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The Power of Dabbling (Stop Trying to Be Awesome at Everything!) | Karen Walrond 58:53

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Discover why being proudly mediocre at something you love might be the key to unlocking joy, meaning, and even spiritual practice in your life. In this perspective-shifting conversation, leadership consultant Karen Walrond shares insights from her new book, In Defense of Dabbling: The Brilliance of Being a Total Amateur, revealing how letting go of…

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The Science of Getting Unstuck: Simple Tools That Actually Work | Britt Frank 58:33

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Feel stuck despite knowing exactly what you want to do? Neuropsychotherapist Britt Frank reveals why stuckness isn't a character flaw but a brain state you can change, sharing science-backed strategies from her book The Getting Unstuck Workbook: Practical Tools for Overcoming Fear and Doubt - and Moving Forward with Your Life. Learn why willpower i…

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Jonathan Gagné on Astrophysics, Coffee, & The Physics of Espresso 1:22:15

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Jonathan Gagné is producing some of the best work in the world in terms of increasing our understanding and appreciation of coffee. And his new book, The Physics of Espresso, is incredibly smart, impressively easy to understand, and…fun! So it was an honor to have Jonathan on to talk about astrophysics, boulders, dust, soup, crema, headspace, and m…

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An Impossible Dream That Became an Incredible Life | Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. 50:25

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From gazing at stars on the Navajo reservation to becoming NASA's first African American spacewalker, Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr. shares how to transform setbacks into launching pads for extraordinary achievement. In this powerful conversation, he reveals how seeing Earth from space changed his perspective on humanity, and offers practical wisdom fro…

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Feeling Like You’ve Fallen Behind in Your Own Life? This’ll Help. 1:00:32

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In this collection of intimate essays, we explore what happens when we prioritize genuine presence over performance, deep connection over financial success, and authentic expression over social expectations. Through personal stories and practical insights, learn how small shifts in how we show up, communicate, and measure success can transform our …

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The Business of Craft Beer 1:20:09

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With all the economic & cultural shifts swirling about these days, we wanted to get a handle on the state of craft beer: what does the current landscape look like, what are the biggest challenges, and what are the most interesting opportunities? Eli Brown and I discuss all of the above with New Image Brewing founder, Brandon Capps. We Want to Hear …

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How to Stop Feeling Like It's You Against the World | Scott Barry Kaufman 54:15

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Ever wondered why some people move past hardships while others get stuck in them? In this transformative conversation, Columbia professor Scott Barry Kaufman reveals the crucial difference between experiencing hardship and adopting a victim mindset, sharing research-backed strategies from his book, Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower You…

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7 Keys to Making Work…gulp…fun! | Bree Groff 1:04:31

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What if showing up as your most authentic, playful self was the key to doing truly brilliant work? Bree Groff, author of Today Was Fun: A Book About Work (Seriously), shares her radical rules for injecting more joy, creativity and aliveness into your professional life. An eye-opening listen for anyone who wants to finally merge work and life into o…

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The Courage to Change When Everyone Wants You to Stay the Same | Danté Stewart 46:01

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Former college football player turned minister Danté Stewart reveals what happens when you stop shrinking yourself to fit others' expectations and start trusting your own evolution. Drawing from his acclaimed memoir Shoutin' in the Fire, Stewart shares intimate stories about navigating faith, identity, and belonging, offering a fresh perspective on…

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The Science of Better Relationships: 3 Experts Share What Really Works | Spotlight Convo 1:14:53

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Ever wonder why some relationships thrive through challenges while others crumble? In this spotlight episode, leading relationship researchers share the exact patterns that predict relationship success, revealing why conflict isn't the problem—it's how we navigate it that matters. Learn practical tools from the Gottmans' decades of research, discov…

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The 4 Keys to Better Conversations (Even When They're Messy) | Alison Wood Brooks 59:03

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Harvard professor Alison Wood Brooks reveals why those perfectly polished conversations we see in movies and TV are actually making it harder for us to connect in real life. In her new book Talk: The Science of Conversation and the Art of Being Ourselves, she shares the surprising science behind why messy, imperfect conversations often lead to deep…

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Tired of Fighting With “opponents,” What if There Was a Better Way? | Scott Shigeoka 57:32

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When Scott Shigeoka, a queer Asian American progressive, packed everything into his Prius and spent a year seeking out conversations with people who held opposing views, he discovered something remarkable about the relationship between fear and curiosity. In this transformative conversation, Scott shares insights from his book "Seek: How Curiosity …

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Coffee Gear, Pt. 5: One-Year Update on Jonathan’s Coffee Setup & Journey 1:17:25

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What happens when an obsessive gear reviewer dives headfirst into the expansive world of espresso? It’s now been over a year since our last update on Jonathan Ellsworth’s coffee journey, so Eli and he talk about what’s new in his setup; what he’s learned (or rejected) from the depths of coffee videos and online forums; and whether this whole thing …

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How IFS is Healing Trauma & Changing Lives (Maybe Yours?) | Tamala Floyd, LCSW 1:07:06

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What if those parts of yourself you've been trying to change or silence are actually trying to protect you? In this illuminating conversation, psychotherapist Tamala Floyd reveals how understanding and building relationships with your different inner parts can transform exhaustion into wholeness, offering insights from her new book Listening When P…

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The Truth About Headaches: Surprising Science & Groundbreaking Treatments | Tom Zeller Jr. 58:53

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Until 2018, we had no medications specifically designed to prevent migraines or cluster headaches - a startling fact given that headaches affect billions worldwide. In this revealing conversation, former New York Times journalist Tom Zeller Jr., author of The Headache: The Science of a Most Confounding Affliction—and a Search for Relief, weaves tog…

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The Cast Iron Comeback: Field Company Co-Founder, Stephen Muscarella 59:23

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Fact: Cast iron is having a moment. And that’s true even while the cast-iron skillet has never lost its standing as one of the most iconic of culinary tools. So today, Eli talks with Field Company co-founder, Stephen Muscarella, about how a vintage pan sparked a journey to reimagine cast iron from the ground up. They get into what makes cast iron s…

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How Being Highly Sensitive Can Be Your Superpower | Elaine Aron, PhD [Best of] 1:08:01

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Psychologist Dr Elaine Aron sits down with Jonathan Fields to unpack the traits of the Highly Sensitive Person and show how this wiring can become your greatest strength in family life. Get science-backed strategies straight from her book “The Highly Sensitive Parent: Be Brilliant in Your Role, Even When the World Overwhelms You” and start turning …

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Ghia’s Journey from ‘Shark Tank’ to the Mainstream 54:36

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Ghia is a drink brand that isn’t trying to be beer, wine, or spirits — and definitely not a “mocktail.” It’s bitter, bold, and built for people who want a drink that doesn’t play it safe. Today, Eli talks with Ghia founder Mélanie Masarin about building a culinary inspired non-alcoholic option that’s not about sobriety, but about choice, occasion, …

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It’s Never Too Late to Let the Real You Shine. A Love Story. | Sherri Dindal 52:56

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What happens when a former investigator who spent 26 years keeping her true self hidden decides at age 50 to let it all out on social media? Meet Sherri Dindal, who transformed from living life behind a mask to becoming The Real Slim Sherri, amassing 5.7 million followers by showing up with raw authenticity, humor and hard-won wisdom that's inspiri…

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The Agility Architect: Your Life as an Evolving Design | Summer Series 1:03:09

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What if your life isn’t a fixed plan, but a living, evolving blueprint? In the final episode of our 4-part Inner Architect summer series, you’ll discover five practical, science-backed strategies to adapt with clarity, turn setbacks into growth, and build a life that keeps pace with who you're becoming. If you're craving more meaning, momentum, and…

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The Surprising Upside of Regret | Dan Pink 1:06:42

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What if regret isn’t something to avoid, but a powerful tool for living a better life? In this conversation, Daniel Pink shares surprising insights from his book The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, revealing how our regrets can help us make wiser decisions, build deeper connections, and live more intentionally. If you've eve…

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OUR GUY WON! Celebrating CRAFTED co-host, Eli Brown, on His Grant Award + What's Next for His Project 24:51

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On CRAFTED ep. 75 we told you a bit about the proposal Eli submitted re: N/A cocktails. Welp, Eli was awarded the very competitive ‘Raise the Bar’ grant, so Jonathan talks with him about why this is a big deal, and Eli shares more details about his project. Congrats, Eli! We Want to Hear from You! Have a topic, craft category, or craft company you’…

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Foundation & Flow: Designing Your Days for Peak Living | Summer Series 56:35

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Struggling to turn your dreams into reality? In this 3rd episode of our summer series, discover the secrets to effortless change and peak living. You'll learn practical strategies to master your habits, design your environment for success, and unlock a state of flow to experience more joy and fulfillment daily. Episode Transcript If you LOVED this …

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A Balm for Anxious Times: The Power of Spoken Word | Sarah Kay 59:58

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Unlock the transformative power of poetry to dissolve your isolation and unveil universal human truths. Sarah Kay, author of A Little Daylight Left: Poems, shares her lifelong journey of using metaphor and imagery to illuminate life's most visceral experiences - from violence and heartbreak to aging and mortality. Discover how poetry can crack you …