Best Office of Health Promotion Podcasts (2025)

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Negotiate Like a Dutchie with Melanie Imming (aka "Be a Little Punk") 47:43

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21d ago47:43

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In this episode, we’re diving into one of my favorite topics: the art of negotiation. And I couldn’t have asked for a better guest than Melanie Imming—a Dutch consultant known for turning complex ideas into compelling stories and challenging the status quo with clarity, warmth, and courage. Melanie and I first met in Switzerland, where I led a nego…

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Poverty, Social Detriments of Health, & Safety Net Programs 42:40

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Note: This episode was recorded before the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. Today, we discuss poverty, the social detriments of health, and safety net programs in the U.S. with Robert Greenstein, founder and former president of the D.C.-based think tank Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP). He is also a Visiting Fellow – …

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AfterShock to 2030: A CEO's Guide to Reinvention in the AI, Climate, and Societal Collapse with Caroline Stokes 1:07:09

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In a world teetering on the edge of massive systemic disruption, how do leaders navigate forward with clarity, courage, and impact? In this episode, I'm speaking with Caroline Stokes, a global leadership strategist offering a timely, sobering, and visionary approach to reinventing leadership. Her new book, Aftershock to 2030, is a radical roadmap f…

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Fitness Psychology 29:58

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Today, we talk about Fitness Psychology with leading experts in the field -- Katy Bowman and Diana Hill, PhD, authors of “I Know I Should Exercise, But... 44 Reasons We Don't Move and How to Get Over Them.” The book is that it offers a toolkit of psychological tips and strategies that not only help get your body more movement, but can be applied to…

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From Losing and Gaining 700 Pounds to Freedom from Emotional Eating with Michelle Petties 56:03

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In this episode, I'm joined by Michelle Petties, a TEDx speaker and food story coach who has transformed her own life by understanding the deep emotional roots of eating. Michelle shares her remarkable journey of losing and gaining nearly 700 pounds before discovering how food is intimately connected to our emotions, memories, and cultural inherita…

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How do you make up for lack of experience on your resume? 29:37

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You can't get a job without experience, but you can't get experience without a job. Tricky, right? Well, it won't seem so tough after you hear Kate's tips. Then, listen to one of our favorites episodes from the show's archives on mistakes to avoid when writing your resume.By Fast Company

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Jonathan Sirisackda: Lao Esports Federations 39:44

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When Jonathan Sirisackda was sent to America as a child, his parents hoped he would master math, science, and English at the Elgin Academy. But the lessons that would really shape his destiny came from an unexpected source — video games. What began as a pastime became a purpose and today, Jonathan is channeling his passion to empower a new generati…

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Bridging the Rational and Emotional: Coaching STEM Professionals for Effective Communication 28:03

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In this episode of Risky Conversations, we dive into the unique challenges faced by STEM professionals when it comes to navigating difficult conversations and developing essential social skills. Dr. Corinna Freitag, an executive coach with a background in chemistry and industry, shares her interdisciplinary approach to helping her clients - chemist…

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Lalida Maokhamphiou: Marathon Runner 28:47

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For many, running is more than a sport—it’s a sanctuary, a space where life’s challenges are met one stride at a time. For Lalida Maokhamphiou, that couldn’t be more true. What began as a way to cope with life’s challenges quickly transformed into a lifelong passion. The roads that were once an escape soon became a second home. Lalida rose in the s…

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How to Defend Against Everyday Toxins With Dr. Aly Cohen 28:06

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Friend of the pod Aly Cohen, MD, one of the world’s leading experts on environmental health, returns to GW Integrative Medicine to chat about her new book “DETOXIFY: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them.” Dr. Cohen is a clinician researcher and tripled board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology, and …

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Allyship and Leadership with Rashida Bonds 50:52

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What Does It Really Mean to Be an Ally? Allyship can be a thorny topic—stirring discomfort, shame, or confusion about how to show up without overstepping or saying the wrong things. In a time of growing division and discrimination, many people are asking: How do I use my unearned advantages to create more inclusion without offending people? In this…

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Beyond Promotions and Paychecks: A Blueprint for Deeper Happiness for Ambitious Women Leaders 13:37

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Today, I want to share something I originally wrote as an email to one of my coaching clients. It touches on something that shapes nearly everything we do: the pursuit of happiness. Here’s the context. One of my clients is an executive at a major tech company. She’s leading a bold new initiative that involves hiring, retaining, and coaching a team …

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Balancing Ambition and Inner Peace: A Conversation with Buddhist Teacher Billy Seol 1:09:07

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This year, I'm turning Buddhist, meditating with a sangha (a community of Buddhist practitioners), bowing in the morning, and taking lessons from Buddhist teachers. This happened because I started reading Billy Seol's Substack (https://substack.com/@julylifecoach), which he writes every single day (impressive!) I've come to consider Billy as a kind…

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Navigating Transitions as a Graduate 19:40

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In this episode of Breaking the Barriers, we dive into the emotional and mental shifts that come with graduating and stepping into a new chapter. From the uncertainty of what’s next to the pressure of figuring it all out, transitions can be overwhelming—but they don’t have to be. Join us for an honest conversation with two guests from the College o…

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Zen and the Art of Dealing with Office Politics (An Excerpt) 40:32

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I recently led a group session called Zen and the Art of Dealing with Office Politics, where I helped professionals—especially women and underrepresented folks—navigate the messiness of workplace dynamics with more calm and clarity. We kicked off with a guided brain exercise to shift out of high-frequency beta brain waves (you know, that anxious, g…

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Celebrating 100 Episodes—Give or Take an Episode! 21:58

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This is the podcast’s 100th episode! (Give or take an ICYMI episode.) We are coming full circle with today’s guest—John Pan, MD ’70, RESD ’74, the Father of Integrative Medicine at the GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences (SMHS), the Office’s founding medical director, and the founder of the GW Center for Integrative Medicine. Sitting in are co-…

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Haidon Vongsaravanhlao Allen: Professional Boxer 43:10

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Sometimes, the hardest hits in life don’t come from an opponent’s punch—they come from our own self-doubts. Haidon Allen was climbing the ranks in amateur boxing when he stepped into the ring with one of the world’s top 25 fighters. He left that match humbled, questioning everything, and ready to throw in the towel. From youth baseball to high scho…

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The Wild Unicorn with Emily Maggiotto: A Journey of Embracing Curiosity and Creativity 1:01:54

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In this captivating episode, Emily Maggiotto shares her inspiring story of navigating pivotal career and life decisions guided by her insatiable curiosity. From leaving a stable finance job to pursue a musical adventure, to leading HR teams through challenging times, Emily's journey exemplifies the power of embracing risk, learning continuously, an…

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Updated | Debunking Nutrition Myths for Women’s Well-being & Aging 59:13

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Thank you for joining the GW Resiliency and Well-being Center (R&W Center) for a Women's Well-being Lecture Series discussion on "Debunking Nutrition Myths for Women’s Well-being & Aging: An Expert Panel." The experts are Julie Wendt, MS, LDN, CNS, adjunct instructor, Department of Clinical Research and Leadership, GW School of Medicine & Health Sc…

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Harmonizing Fitness and the Female Cycle: A Conversation with Lizzy Palmer 45:01

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Did you know that a survey of over 4,100 young men from Brazil, Indonesia, the Netherlands, and Uganda revealed that menstruation is still considered taboo around the world? In fact, many associate periods with words like ‘dirty,’ ‘embarrassing,’ and ‘disgusting.’ This deep-seated stigma is something women and girls are taught to internalize, makin…

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What are a human’s rights in an AI workplace? 28:20

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How labor leaders and workers across industries are asserting the rights and protections for human employees in the face of increasing automation.By Fast Company

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How do I get a promotion? 44:57

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There are a lot of variables, like timing and budget, that don’t have much to do with how good you are at your job. Still, here’s the best way to set yourself up for success.By Fast Company

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Sovereign: A Candid Conversation about Relationships, Sex, and God with Michaelann Gardner 48:22

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I work with a sex coach, not because I have sex problems, but because the coach and I are on a similar wavelength. My coach, Michaelann Gardner, is a deeply compassionate and fascinating person who has studied hypnosis under Melissa Tiers, just like I have. (To give you an idea of what our coaching sessions are like: Michaelann guides me through hy…

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Mentorship, Growth and Community: Living and Learning at UAlbany 25:28

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In this episode of Breaking the Barriers, we explore the unique journey of living and learning at the University at Albany through the lens of community and mentorship. Join us as we chat with former students and current administrators about how meaningful connections on campus shape their experiences. Whether you're a freshman or a senior, this ep…

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Overcoming Guilt and Imposter Syndrome in Salary Negotiations 16:22

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I'm a coach who helps smart folks who don't like office politics get promoted and better paid. Part of that work is helping professionals negotiate their salary. 98% of my clients are women, and I often hear this objection when I coach on salary negotiation: "I feel guilty for asking for the money I want." In this episode, I share insights on how t…

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Fired by a bot? What happens when AI takes over performance reviews and layoffs 31:45

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If both employees and leadership think performance reviews are broken, could artificial intelligence be the magic bullet that fixes it? We get answers.By Fast Company

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Bonus: What can I do if I'm experiencing ageism at work? 19:06

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We're taking a quick detour from our AI interview series on The New Way We Work to dig into another big issue when it comes to adapting to change at your job — ageism.By Fast Company

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Replay: 7 Winning Steps for Salary Negotiation 1:35:33

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Since 2011, I've hosted negotiation trainings that can be best described as scrappy, pragmatic, and useful. It started with humble Meetups where I got a bunch of the smartest women I know into a room and had them practice asking for what they wanted -- out loud. When the pandemic hit, I consciously decided to focus primarily on my 1:1 executive coa…

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How to learn to work with your new AI coworker 32:48

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On this week’s episode of The New Way We Work, we explain how both companies and employees should prepare for a fast-paced digital transformation.By Fast Company

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The Rise of Async Work - FROM FASTCO WORKS AND ATLASSIAN 17:07

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Joe Thomas, cofounder and head of product at Loom Atlassian discusses how asynchronous work is a beneficial collaboration approach to modern work.By Fast Company

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Fascia, Trauma, & Letting Go 35:17

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Today, we get all up in our fascia and how it shapes overall health with licensed Occupational Therapist Nyle MacFarlane, founder of Blue Nyle Therapy in Silver Spring, Maryland.Nyle has over 2 decades of experience in the field of somatics, a field of study that focuses on the body's internal physical experiences and perceptions, and how it relate…

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5 Truths About Salary Negotiation Your Employer Doesn't Want You to Know 18:12

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🔥This might get me fired, I say to my clients to preface this truth bomb — The game is rigged against employees. Learning to negotiate for yourself is an essential part of playing to win the game. The system is rigged to benefit the select few at the top and shareholders, not the hard-working manager or multi-talented individual contributor. And if…

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4 ways AI is changing how you get a job 35:08

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On the latest episode of The New Way We Work, AI ethicist Dr. Kerry McInerney explains what AI tools job seekers are likely to encounter and how both hiring managers and candidates can work with new technologyBy Fast Company

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The New Way We Work is back! And we are unpacking how AI will change the workplace 1:48

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Like it or not, artificial intelligence is very likely going to be a part of your workplace reality. In fact, it might be already. And on the next several episodes of The New Way We Work, we're going to explore how AI is already changing our jobs and what we can expect in the future — both the good and the bad. New episodes every other Monday start…

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No-Nonsense Guidance for Facing Workplace Discrimination for Women and Immigrants with Anne Donnelly Bush 46:57

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In this interview, employment lawyer Anne Donne Lee Bush shares practical advice for navigating workplace discrimination. Anne draws from her own experience as an immigrant lawyer who reinvented her career in New York to provide no-nonsense guidance on building evidence, challenging performance improvement plans, and leveraging mediation to negotia…

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Will MoCRA Make Cosmetics & Grooming Products Safer? 32:18

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The cosmetics and grooming products industry is like the wild wild West. Until recently, the regulatory system failed to keep consumers safe from toxicants that likely increase their offspring’s “risks of cancer, fertility issues, neurological deficits, and immune dysfunction.” And then came the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022, or…

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Mason Bannavong: Journey to Physical and Mental Health 38:42

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Mason Bannavong seemed to have it all — a college degree, peak physical fitness, and a dream job in the bustling city of Dallas. But life took a sudden turn, leaving him broke, unemployed, and back in his hometown of Amarillo, Texas. Hitting rock bottom might have seemed like the end but for Mason, it became the solid foundation he needed to rebuil…

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Shamik Hayes: Lao-American Muay Thai Champion 30:19

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The cornfields of Iowa and the lush tropics of Southeast Asia may seem worlds apart, but when Shamik Hayes first set foot in Laos, he felt an undeniable sense of home. Rediscovering the culture rooted deep in his family’s history ignited a passion that would propel him to become one of America’s top Muay Thai fighters. For some, fighting is about g…

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On The Burnout Club: Chasing Feelings vs. Working Hard: Insights on Avoiding Burnout 30:36

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This is a replay of my interview on The Burnout Club podcast, hosted by Patrice Bonfiglio—a hedge fund industry veteran and all-around powerhouse. Key Takeaways: Burnout isn’t caused by working hard—it’s driven by chasing a specific feeling or using emotion as fuel to push yourself to extremes. A key sign of burnout is physical illness—it often sho…

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A 6-Minute Hypnotic Experience: Holiday Celebration Trance 6:38

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This holiday treat is a guided hypnotic relaxation designed to help you unwind, celebrate your wins, and step into the new year with lightness, joy, and renewed energy. If you enjoy this, please share this episode with your favorite people! To learn more about my services, come to www.jamieleecoach.com. Happy holidays! Jamie Text me your thoughts o…

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Doing the Work of Byron Katie about the Summer I was Homeless 18:31

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As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves being unusually hard on ourselves. The “itty-bitty-shitty committee” in our minds grows louder, fueled by the pressure of the year-end. We take stock of the past twelve months and too often hold them against ourselves like a harsh jury. For some, the holidays — the Christmas season — can feel …

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