Best Michael Shanks Podcasts (2025)

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3622: Shifting Perspective as a Wellness Strategy by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness on How to Reduce Stress 10:41

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3622: Kathy Robinson explores how intentionally "zooming in" and "zooming out" can serve as powerful tools to shift your perspective, reduce stress, and reconnect with what matters most. By tap…

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Daisy Goodwin on her play about the late Queen and her dresser 42:30

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Daisy Goodwin discusses her debut play, By Royal Appointment, which stars Anne Reid as Queen Elizabeth and Caroline Quentin as her dresser, and which opens this week at Theatre Royal, Bath. The life and legacy of Irish novelist playwright and poet Edna O'Brien is discussed by writer Jan Carson and the director of the documentary Blue Road: The Edna…

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Wrapping up the 109th Indianapolis 500 with Roger Penske, Kyle Larson, Kyle Kirkwood, Helio Castroneves, Scott Dixon and much more 1:08:49

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PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 5, EPISODE 41 – Wrapping up the 109th Indianapolis 500 with Roger Penske, Kyle Larson, Kyle Kirkwood, Helio Castroneves, Scott Dixon and much more June 3, 2025 Show host Bruce Martin was at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the entire “Month of May” at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, culmin…

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3621: Loving What I Used to Hate AND My Loss by Derek Sivers on Self-Discovery and Personal Clarity 9:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3621: Derek Sivers explores how hate and loss can serve as unexpected catalysts for self-discovery and personal clarity. By confronting what repels or devastates us, we uncover our deepest valu…

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Nick Mohammed on comedy and improvisation 42:20

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Comedian Nick Mohammed on his stand-up show Mr Swallow, and Deep Cover, his action thriller about a group of comedy improvisers. Kate Wasserberg, Artistic Director of Theatr Clywd on the theatre's £50 million redevelopment, and opening the new auditorium with a production of the musical Tick Tick... Boom! Ulrich Birkmaier, senior conservator of pai…

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3620: 5 Lessons About Self-Confidence, Play and the Meaning of Work (That I Learned From a Toddler) by Ingrid Y Helander 10:50

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3620: Ingrid Helander shares five unexpected yet powerful lessons in self-confidence, creativity, and purpose drawn from observing her toddler grandson. Through playful moments and unfiltered h…

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Creator's Corner BONUS EPISODE From the Woods to the Dojo: The Creator of "Bigfoot Knows Karate," Dan Price! 1:01:25

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Get ready for some Sasquatch-sized action! This week on Creators Corner, we're talking with Dan Price, the creator of the awesome indie comic "Bigfoot Knows Karate" from Home Brewed Comics. Tune in to hear about bringing this unique concept to life and what makes indie comics so exciting. Want a legendary beard like a true geek? Live Bearded has yo…

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Fiddler on the Roof returns to the stage 42:17

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Samira discusses the Olivier award-winning production of Fiddler on the Roof with its star Adam Dannheisser and director Jordan Fein. Sarah Dunant talks about the women in the Renaissance who became art patrons, as she publishes her novel The Marchesa, about Isabella d'Este of Mantua. Screenwriter Frederic Raphael, whose films include Far From the …

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3619: Why You Need to Take a Minimalist Vacation by Amy Slenker-Smith of SimplyEnough 11:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3619: Amy Slenker-Smith reflects on the liberating benefits of taking a minimalist vacation, from ditching overpacking to fully disconnecting from work and responsibilities. By planning ahead a…

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#274 - The Seeds of Rebellion 1:25:01

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We dive deep into the powerful conclusion of Andor Season 2, discussing the intense final three episodes – "Make It Stop," "Who Else Knows?" and "Jedha, Kyber, Erso." Join us as we analyze the sacrifices, the revelations about the Death Star, and how these episodes directly lead into the events of Rogue One. Want a legendary beard like a true geek?…

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3618: What Would You Do If You Had All The Money In The World by Margo Aaron of That Seems Important 9:50

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3618: Margo Aaron challenges the popular self-help trope of the "$10 million question," revealing how it often obscures deeper issues of self-worth, fulfillment, and societal pressure. Through …

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3617: Why a Fixed-Rate Mortgage is the Best Choice AND To Do More - Do Less by Paula Pant of Afford Anything 13:57

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3617: Paula Pant invites us to stop living on autopilot and start living with purpose by asking just two powerful questions. With gentle honesty and minimalist wisdom, she shows how aligning ou…

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Ryan Smith - National Elite Junior Coach at Sea Island Golf Academy 1:46:41

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Ryan Smith is the National Elite Junior Coach at Sea Island Golf Academy . You can follow him @ryansmithgolf on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Jason Sutton

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3616: Want to Feel Balanced? Learn How to Start Each Day with a Sadhana by Kate Hesse of Nourish Nest Breathe 12:02

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3616: Kate Hesse shares how establishing a morning sadhana, a personalized spiritual practice, can bring calm, clarity, and intention to your day. Whether it's just a few minutes of breathwork …

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Water scarcity: a growing problem 1:02:03

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The UK isn't exactly famous for its dry, sunny weather – and yet, water scarcity is an increasingly widespread and urgent problem. Why? And what are the implications – environmental, economic, and cultural? Jen and Matt explore causes and impacts of water scarcity, with Laura Major, Research Fellow and anthropologist and the Department of Civil and…

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More from the 109th Indianapolis 500 with Marcus Ericsson, David Malukas, Scott McLaughlin, Will Power, Will Buxton, Dan Towriss and Jill Gregory 1:00:18

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PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 5, EPISODE 40 – More from the 109th Indianapolis 500 with Marcus Ericsson, David Malukas, Scott McLaughlin, Will Power, Will Buxton, Dan Towriss and Jill Gregory May 29, 2025 Show host Bruce Martin was at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the entire “Month of May” at the Indianapolis Motor S…

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3615: Benefits of Mindfulness by Dr. Lisa Firestone of PsychAlive on Emotional Health 12:08

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3615: Dr. Lisa Firestone explores how mindfulness can transform emotional health, boost physical resilience, and deepen our connection to the present. Backed by research and real-life clinical …

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Imelda Staunton in Mrs Warren's Profession 42:25

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Samira Ahmed and writers Dreda Mitchell and Mark Ravenhill review Imelda Staunton and her daughter, Bessie Carter, in Mrs Warren's Profession. They consider, too, theatre director Marianne Elliott's first foray into film, The Salt Path, based on a Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir of how she and her husband, after they have lost their house and farm…

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3614: Glory Days by Chris Guillebeau on Mindfulness and Living in the Moment 9:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3614: Chris Guillebeau unpacks why we often romanticize the past and chase “glory days” that never truly existed the way we remember them. By questioning nostalgia and emphasizing the present, …

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Paul Hartnoll of Orbital on the band's Brown album, and a new biography of Muriel Spark. 42:13

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Paul Hartnoll of electronic music duo Orbital talks about the reissue of the band's Brown album which was originally released in 1993, with the addition of 23 extra tracks of rarities and previously unreleased material and about the intersection between dance music and politics. Frances Wilson, who has previously published acclaimed biographies of …

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Alison Steadman live from Hay Festival 42:24

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Live from the Hay Festival, Alison Steadman talks to Samira about her career, from Abigail's Party to Gavin and Stacey. Laura Bates and Gwyneth Lewis discuss Arthurian Legends and The Mabinogion. Hisham Matar champions the Egyptian Nobel Laureate Naguib Mahfouz. And transatlantic husband and wife country duo Outpost Drive perform on stage. Presente…

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Celebrating the 109th Indianapolis 500 victory with winner Alex Palou, team owner Chip Ganassi, team manager Barry Wanser and crew chief Ricky Davis from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. 1:04:16

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PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 5, EPISODE 39 – Celebrating the 109th Indianapolis 500 victory with winner Alex Palou, team owner Chip Ganassi, team manager Barry Wanser and crew chief Ricky Davis from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. May 27, 2025 Show host Bruce Martin was at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the entire “…

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3613: 5 Inspirations for Being in the Moment by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Meditation and Mindfulness 9:50

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3613: Leo Babauta offers five vivid inspirations to help us reconnect with the present moment, from the playful focus of children to the mindful precision of Zen monks. Through relatable exampl…

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Will Butler formerly of Arcade Fire on his play set in a recording studio 42:23

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Stereophonic is a play about the creative process, power dynamics and fraught personal relationships of a 1970s rock band. It won a Tony and many other awards on Broadway. Now Stereophonic has come to the West End. Playwright David Adjmi and Will Butler, sometime of Arcade Fire, who has written the music, discuss their own artistic process as they …

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3612: From Age to Achievement, it's Mind Over Matter by Jay & Heather Harrington of Life And Whim 11:21

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3612: Jay and Heather Harrington explore how age, success, and well-being are all shaped more by mindset than by biology or circumstance. Drawing from Ellen Langer’s “Counterclockwise Study” an…

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3611: Living Small in a Big World by Kerry Ogden on Minimalism and True Fulfillment 11:27

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3611: Kerry Ogden invites us to reconsider our relationship with space, stuff, and self-worth by sharing her personal journey from minimalist living to a sprawling Victorian home - and back aga…

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#273 - Giants, Angels, and Ancient Worlds: Exploring Chronicles of the Nephilim with Brian Godawa 1:48:42

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Mike and Stephen explore the enigmatic biblical accounts of the Nephilim through the lens of Brian Godawa's acclaimed book series. Join them as they welcome Brian to the podcast for an insightful discussion on the historical and theological interpretations, the creative liberties he takes in his writing, and the enduring questions surrounding these…

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3610: What To Do (When You Have No Idea What To Do) by Josie Michelle Davis on How to Improve Decision Making 8:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3610: Josie Michelle Davis offers a compassionate guide for those feeling paralyzed by indecision or uncertainty. Her practical, heart-centered strategies help you take small, meaningful steps …

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3609: Does Brain Training Work? More Food For Thought by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Improving Cognitive Ability 12:13

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3609: Dr. Jenny Brockis challenges the sweeping conclusion that brain training is ineffective, calling attention to the flawed methodology and limited scope of a widely publicized study. She em…

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109th Indianapolis 500 Preview with Alex Palou, Pato O’Ward, Helio Castroneves, Kyle Larson, Christian Lundgaard, Takuma Sato and much, much more from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway 1:44:31

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PIT PASS INDY PRESENTED BY PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL – SEASON 5, EPISODE 38 – 109th Indianapolis 500 Preview with Alex Palou, Pato O’Ward, Helio Castroneves, Kyle Larson, Christian Lundgaard, Takuma Sato and much, much more from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway May 22, 2025 Show host Bruce Martin is at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the entire “Month…

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3608: How to Practice Self Care When Travelling by Jennifer Burger of SimplyFiercely 11:52

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3608: Jennifer Burger reminds us that even the most exciting trips can lose their spark without intentional self-care. From preserving daily rituals to giving yourself permission to slow down, …

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3607: The Quiet Power of Rejecting "Comfort Creep" by Charlie Brown of Simple And Straight Forward 12:31

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3607: Charlie Brown explores the subtle but powerful impact of “Comfort Creep,” the quiet inflation of our comfort standards that erodes our contentment over time. Through personal stories and …

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Mission Impossible & Benicio Del Toro 42:35

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Benicio Del Toro talks about playing a business tycoon in Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme. This aesthetically stylised film, by the director who also made The Royal Tenenbaums and The Grand Budapest Hotel, is reviewed by Tom and critics Larushka Ivan-Zadeh and Rachel Cooke. They also give their verdict on Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckon…

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3606: This is My Most Expensive Habit by Ryan Holiday on Anxiety 10:00

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3606: Ryan Holiday explores how anxiety, often invisible and normalized, drains our lives more than any luxury ever could. With wisdom from Stoic philosophers, he reframes anxiety as a habit we…