Best Shortcut To Sunday Podcasts (2025)

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535 Super Yacht Sunday School: Your Shortcut to a Global Adventure Career 41:58

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21d ago41:58

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Show Notes: Turns out you just need the right info, a bit of courage, and maybe someone to teach you to swim in Bali (true story). Hugo's hostel conversation led to a whirlwind of new friendships, wild adventures, and eventually, a career that let me hopscotch the globe, bank some serious cash, and design a life I didn't want a vacation from. Faceb…

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539 Rick Saez Talks Adventure Travel w/Casey Hanisco (replay of 499) 44:44

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Welcome to episode 539 of the Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast. Today, on this replay episode, I'm talking with Casey Hanisko. Casey is a distinguished leader in adventure travel. She's the former President of the Adventure Travel Trade Association and an executive coach helping tourism leaders navigate change. Recognized among the "50 Most Impo…

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How to rewire your brain in order to start making your dream life happen with neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart 1:07:29

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Today I’m speaking with Dr Tara Swart, a world renowned neuroscientist. She has a medical degree from Oxford, a PhD in Neuropharmacology from Kings College London, and she lectures at MIT’s business school. She’s the author of the bestselling book The Source, and her new book The Signs is all about your following your instinct. If you’re feeling of…

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45. Leading Beyond Fear: Trust, Courage & Making Work Human with Prina Shah 51:00

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What does fear look like in your workplace, and what would happen if we replaced it with trust? This episode of Reimagining HR is a heart-first, straight-talking conversation between me and workplace transformation expert Prina Shah. We unpack what fear-based leadership really looks like, how it shows up in our systems and behaviours, and what it t…

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How Can I Break Up With A Friend? [Your Unfiltered Dilemmas Answered] 18:06

5d ago18:06

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Today we’re doing a full bonus episode dedicated to going through your friendship dilemmas and having a big old chats about what works and what doesn’t. The catch-up friends episode I mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2t3hom9tw1TYmCalzFO2Si + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 + FOLLOW THE PODC…

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537 Stop Overthinking and Just Touch Some Grass, Heather Physioc 48:52

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Today on episode 537, I'm speaking with Heather Physioc. Heather is a speaker, educator, trainer, and globally recognized leader in discoverability. Heather and I are both members of the Outdoor Writers Association. Hey Heather, welcome to the show. Today, Rick talks with Heather Physioc. Heather is a speaker, educator, trainer, and globally recogn…

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This is how you build real friendships (as an adult) 31:09

8d ago31:09

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This is a bit more of a chatty one than usual, but it's something I've been thinking about a lot over the past few weeks. Today I want to talk about how to build amazing friendships and what it really takes. It’s about building real, amazing friendships as an adult. Not the catch-up coffee once a quarter kind of friendship, but the ones that actual…

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536 The Power of Local: Midwestern Nature, Climate Solutions, and more 34:27

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Today, Rick sits down with Cincinnati-based climate science and outdoor writer Jessica Baltzersen, whose passion for storytelling has taken her from bison-filled islands to moonlit rainbows and community gardens making a difference in urban food deserts. Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Show Notes Show N…

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Your Money Glow Up Guide: What To Actually Do Every Month 20:47

15d ago20:47

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Today we are talking budgeting, saving, investing, debt, and mindset. Not in the usual “cut your iced latte and buy a house” way, but I wanted to tackle it in a way that actually feels achievable, empowering, and grounded in reality. Because whatever stage you’re at in your career journey, and whatever starting point you’ve come from, money stress …

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44. Who Am I Without the Job Title? The Real HR Identity Crisis 14:45

16d ago14:45

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What happens when your job title fades and you’re no longer the go-to HR guru? Who are you then? Ever felt like your whole identity is wrapped up in your job title? In this episode, I talk about the messy truth about identity in HR. From burnout to belonging, and from Cambodia to corporate Australia, I share what I’ve learned about separating self-…

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How To Actually Make The Most Of Your Twenties 25:44

22d ago25:44

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Today’s solo episode is all about your twenties, the decade everyone loves to romanticise and panic about at the exact same time. We’re told “these are the best years of your life”. That this is the decade where you’re supposed to find your passion, find your people, figure yourself out, build your career, start investing, go to therapy, travel the…

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How To Avoid The Sunday Scaries And Build The Ultimate Reset Routine 17:52

26d ago17:52

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Today we’re breaking down the Sunday reset routine, why it’s the easiest way to make your week feel smoother, and how a few small habits on Sunday can stop the Sunday scaries and help you wake up on Monday feeling calm and in control. SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 FOLLOW THE PODCAST Instagram: https…

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534 How Nicole Blaser Blends Adventure Travel with Powerful Social Change 36:14

28d ago36:14

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Show Notes Today, I'm talking with Nicole Blaser, an accomplished outdoor educator, adventurer, and co-founder of the Karuna Project. Nicole shares her inspiring journey guiding expeditions from Alaska's glaciers to Nepal's wild rivers, and reflects on the powerful role that compassion and connection play in outdoor leadership. Facebook Twitter Ins…

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How to Find Your Own Path And Build A Purpose-Led Dream With Sabrina Dhowre Elba 57:21

29d ago57:21

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Sabrina is an entrepreneur, UN Goodwill Ambassador, and co-founder of S’ABLE Labs with her husband Idris Elba.What I love most about her story is how honest she was about the iterations of her career, and the big decisions that have led to where she's at today. And instead of forcing her future, she changed direction. Which sounds simple, but when …

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43. The Hidden Weight of HR: What Happens When People Who Care for Everyone Stop Feeling Safe 10:45

30d ago10:45

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Feeling the weight of holding it all together in HR? What if your exhaustion isn’t just stress... but accumulated trauma? HR fatigue is real, and it’s quietly burning out the people at the heart of our workplaces. In this solo episode, I talk about the emotional weight of being the organisational shock absorber, and why traditional HR models are no…

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533 Letters from the Edge: Jeff Wilser Reveals the Heart of Modern Exploration 58:27

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On this episode of the Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast, host Rick Saez sits down with Jeff Wilser—author of eight books, public speaker, and host of the AI Curious podcast. Show Notes What Happened: I used to think I had life figured out. I had a solid job as a financial analyst at Intel—great salary, smart people, secure future. Until one day,…

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How to Ask for What You Want (and Actually Get It) Without Feeling Like A Bitch 16:17

1M ago16:17

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This week’s episode is for anyone who struggles to speak up the people who overthink every ask, soften every sentence, or apologise before they’ve even said anything. It unpacks why asking for what you want feels so uncomfortable (especially for women), the psychology behind it, and how to start doing it without guilt. + A huge thank you to the won…

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The Best Advice I Got Before Our Wedding (And What I'd Do Differently) 21:45

1M ago21:45

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On Monday I spoke to my wedding dress designer Kate Halfpenny on the podcast, and after we recorded I asked on the Working Hard Instagram if you had any other wedding Qs you wanted me to answer, and we had so many that I thought I’d spend a little bonus episode really rounding off the wedding content for anyone who’s getting married soon or maybe j…

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EP 532 Navigating Change: Outdoor Media Evolution and Green Product Legislation with Scott Kaier 40:17

1M ago40:17

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Scott Kaier makes his second appearance on the show today. You can his first vist way back on episode 232 in August 2020. As President of Formidable Media, Scott helps a select group of clients build their brands globally through tailored marketing services—public relations, custom content, paid media, and social support. As Senior VP at Green Thre…

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Everything You Should Do Before You Find Your Dream Wedding Dress With Kate Halfpenny 46:07

1M ago46:07

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Today's guest is someone very special to me! The one and only Kate Halfpenny, who designed my wedding dresses. I wanted this episode to be a real insight into how Kate got to where she is, but also to answer all the questions for any engaged girlies out there! + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 + FOLLO…

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42. The Future of Work Starts with Connection with Keith Ferrazzi 33:20

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What if your team could build real trust and momentum without the old-school hierarchy? In this episode, I’m joined by Keith Ferrazzi, renowned coach, author of Never Eat Alone and Never Lead Alone, and leading voice on connection and teamship. We talk about what it takes to build genuine human connections in fractured workplaces, why “serendipity …

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EP 530 Tyler Pearce's Insights on Hunting, Shared Lands, and Family Traditions 44:58

2M ago44:58

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On this episode of The Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast, host Rick Saez sits down with Tyler Pierce—a lifelong outdoorsman, mountaineer, and bowhunter whose love for adventure began early among the Colorado Rockies. From summiting his first 14er at age twelve and surviving eight knee surgeries to building his own supplement brand, Panglossian, T…

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Your Guide To Anti-Inflammatory Living With Sophie Richards (+ Egg Freezing & Endometriosis Chats) 1:02:53

2M ago1:02:53

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Sophie & I covered a lot in this chat, so if you’ve ever wondered why you’re always bloated, whether egg freezing is really worth considering, or what diets like the AIP actually do for your body, this is the episode for you. + SOPHIE RICHARDS Pre-order The Anti-Inflammatory 30 Day Reset: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/471349/the-anti-inflammatory…

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EP 531 What Happens When Your Product Actually Changes Lives? 37:28

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Making Impact Products Affordable: "So we had margins that were acceptable in retail and that enabled us to reduce the margins to get those lights and power banks to people that needed them at localized pricing" Show Notes WHAT HAPPENED: I'll never forget the time I heard that our solar lanterns helped two warring factions in rural Africa literally…

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How to Build an Iconic Brand: Mindset Shifts & Strategy Lessons from Olamide Olowe 1:04:48

2M ago1:04:48

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This is an episode for anyone who wants to build incredible businesses. I dive into how Olamide built Topicals from scratch, what it was like raising millions as a young Black founder, her bold move to acquire cult haircare brand Bread, and her best advice for anyone dreaming of following in her footsteps. + OLAMIDE OLOWE IG: https://www.instagram.…

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41. Soul Food at Work: Feeding Your People, Fuelling Your Culture 17:38

2M ago17:38

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Are your people spiritually starving at work and is that quietly costing your business? In this episode, I’m talking about soul food at work. Not catered lunches or coffee tabs, the real stuff. The kind that nourishes your spirit and shifts a workplace from transactional to transformational. I’ll walk you through what feeding the soul looks like in…

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Why everyone is talking about their Winter Arc and how i'm doing it 19:16

2M ago19:16

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Today we’re unpacking what the winter arc actually is, why it’s taken over, and how we can make it work for us without feeling like we’ve failed if were not suddenly new people by next year! Here's the TikTok I was talking about to do with using your phone in the morning: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdGgwPaU/ + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: ht…

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Why You're Addicted To Starting But Never Finishing 18:11

2M ago18:11

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From side hustles to workout plans to the endless new Notion boards, we all chase the high of beginning something fresh, then abandon it when the shine wears off. And it turns out that’s not a personality flaw, it’s neuroscience. So in this episode, I’m breaking down dopamine loops, the studies that explain them, and the tricks you can use to final…

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The Sophie Tea Story: How To Turn Your Passion Into A Phenomenon By Not Playing It Safe 57:32

2M ago57:32

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Today’s guest is someone I’ve wanted to have on for so long, Sophie Tea. If you’ve been anywhere near Instagram or TikTok in the last few years, you’ll know Sophie’s bold and colourful art, which she’s shared with her millions of followers and sells out around the world. What I love most about Sophie is that she didn’t take the safe path. She didn’…

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40. Stop Waiting to Be Chosen: Why HR Must Claim the CEO Path 25:34

2M ago25:34

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Are HR leaders really locked out of the CEO seat, or are we holding ourselves back? In this episode, I talk about the real reasons HR professionals aren’t landing the top job, and why it’s not because we're underqualified. From imposter syndrome to commercial confidence and the myth of “not being given the chance.” I break down the habits and minds…

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EP 528 Rivers, Mountains, and Meaning: Seth Quigg Talks Adventure Travel and Ethical Guiding 42:31

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Today I'm speaking with Seth Quig. Seth is a seasoned outdoor professional with over two decades of experience in outdoor education and international adventure travel. Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! I didn't pay rent for nearly 10 years. Seriously. I was either crashing in guard houses, sleeping in a t…

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The 5 Habits That The Most Successful Women Share 13:26

3M ago13:26

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I have had the honour of interviewing so many incredible successful women on this podcast and when you sit opposite top performers week in week out, not only are you humbled, but the habits that they all share become pretty obvious. So, this week I sat down and wrote them all out, and tried to find as many examples and studies to back them up, so w…

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EP 529 Lessons from the Ocean: Rachel Graham's Mission to Restore Marine Wildlife 56:48

3M ago56:48

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I had a great conversation with Dr. Rachel Graham: Adventurer, scientist, and founder of MarAlliance. She's dedicated her life to protecting sharks, rays, & ocean wildlife by empowering local communities from Central America to Madagascar. Her story just might change how you see the sea. Brought to you this week by The Adventure Travel Conservation…

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How To Rebalance Your Hormones With Professor Annice Mukherjee 1:00:32

3M ago1:00:32

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Today’s episode is one I’m really excited about, because we’re talking women’s health again, and more specifically hormones. Whether it’s energy, sleep, mood, metabolism, fertility, or how we age, hormones impact everything, yet I personally barely understand them beyond our GCSE biology. Joining me today is Professor Annice Mukherjee. Annice is a …

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39. Why CHROs Make the Best CEOs in Times of Chaos 18:42

3M ago18:42

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What if the skills you’ve honed in HR are exactly what’s needed to be a CEO? In this episode, I challenge one of the most frustrating myths in the business world. That HR leaders can’t become CEOs. I spotlight some standout CHRO-to-CEO success stories, from Leena Nair’s leap from Unilever to Chanel, to Mary Barra’s transformation of General Motors,…

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The Relationship & Love Advice You Need To Hear From The Experts 28:18

3M ago28:18

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I've been through the archives and pick out the best advice we’ve had from the amazing relationship experts I’ve had on over the years. From sexologists, to relationship coaches, to girls who have just been through some SHIT and shared it on the pod, we’re going to get into it all to hopefully create a guide if you’re feeling a little lost when it …

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527 The Art of Adventure Guiding: Lessons from Colombia's Wildest Places with Camilo Ortega 41:28

3M ago41:28

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On today's episode of the Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast, Rick welcomes Camilo Ortega, an adventure guide, experience designer, and passionate advocate for responsible travel based in Colombia. Brought to you this week by The Adventure Travel Conservation Fund Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Show N…

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How My Fiancé Pulled Off My Surprise Proposal, With My Agent Lauren! [The Wedding Rewind] 43:31

3M ago43:31

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I got married this week so I went digging in the archives and found the episode we recorded with my agent just after my engagement! It's the story of how she helped my fiancée pull off the biggest surprise of my life, at my dream location. I hope you love it!! + This episode is sponsored by Adobe Express - you can check it out for free here: https:…

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38. HR on the Big Screen: Leadership, Power & the Coldplay Kiss 29:09

3M ago29:09

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What happens when a Coldplay kiss cam moment spirals into a corporate crisis, executive resignations, and a global HR debate? In this episode, I unpack the very public Coldplay kiss cam controversy that led to the sudden exit of Astronomer’s CEO and CPO, and what it reveals about power dynamics, bias, and the hidden cracks in organisational culture…

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Why going ‘exclusive’ doesn’t work, and other dating rules to live by 25:14

3M ago25:14

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I speak about my attitude to dating so much with my friends, but I never really speak about it on here, so i thought we could get into that today because as i’m getting closer to my actual wedding (wtf) i feel like i’ve been thinking a lot about what I’ve learnt about dating and to be quite frank, I’ve seen some terrifying takes online recently and…

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526 River Running, Publishing, and Adventure with Eugene Buchanan 53:19

4M ago53:19

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Eugene Buchanan drops by for a deep dive into a life built around rivers, paddling, and epic adventure. He's a former editor-in-chief of Paddler magazine, founder of Paddling Life, a Fellow of the Explorers Club, a renowned author, and a man whose stories span over 30 countries and six continents. Show Notes WHAT HAPPENED: I never planned to make a…

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How to Build the Relationship You’ve Always Wanted With Matthew Hussey 1:01:57

4M ago1:01:57

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Matthew Hussey is the world’s leading dating coach. His YouTube channel has over 4 million subscribers and his advice has been viewed over 1.5 billion times online. He has coached celebrities, CEOs, and he’s always on The Today Show and in The New York Times. So it’s safe to say, he knows his stuff. I met Matthew in LA earlier this year and knew I …

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Safaris with a Purpose: Empowering Zimbabwe's Communities Through Rhino Conservation 32:59

4M ago32:59

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On this episode, Rick sits down with Hannah Tranter, project manager for the Community Rhino Conservation Initiative in Zimbabwe. With years of experience in environmental science, sustainability, and education, Hannah shares her inspiring journey into conservation—from childhood fascination with wildlife to hands-on work with rhinos, elephants, an…

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You're Not Being Consistent Because You're Burnt Out... Here's What To Do About It 13:26

4M ago13:26

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I wasn’t sure whether to do a solo episode on burnout, because honestly, it felt a bit embarrassing to admit. I’m not scared to say publicly that I tie a lot of my self worth to my achievement and productivity, and I always thought I should be able to manage my own life and workload without talking about the fact that I’ve made some big mistakes an…

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37. Put A Little Heart Into It Mate: Why Soft HR Is Solid Gold 22:26

4M ago22:26

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What if leading with heart was the most strategic move you could make? In this episode of Reimagining HR, I challenge the old-school discomfort around emotions in the boardroom and unpack why heart-led leadership isn’t fluffy, it’s functional. From the red dust of the Pilbara to the pressure of the C-suite, I share real stories, data and practical …

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The one thing I do every year on 8th August that's changed my life 16:00

4M ago16:00

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A bit of a different one, but this week is August 8th, and I'd love for you to try this exercise because it's truly changed my life Here's the link to the John Amaechi episode I clipped during this ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yp5omd2s6Yo + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 + FOLLOW THE PODCAST I…

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524 Replay EP 496 Hiking Norway 36:32

4M ago36:32

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Today, on Episode 496, I'm talking with Mattias Jansson from the National Pilgrim Center in Trondheim, Norway. I recently had the opportunity to hike the Pilgrim Path along Olav's Way, and if you get the chance, do it. Not only is the walk beautiful, but the history is quite interesting as well. Facebook Twitter Instagram Love the show? Subscribe, …

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How To Stop Sabotaging Yourself And Burning Out With Dr Julie Smith 1:02:06

4M ago1:02:06

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Dr. Julie Smith is a bestselling author, NHS-trained psychologist, and one of the most trusted mental health voices on the internet. Her videos on mindset, anxiety, and emotional resilience have reached millions across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, helping people feel seen, supported, and actually equipped to make a change. Today’s episode is basi…

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EP 523- Ripples of Change: Kayaker Haley Stuart's Advocacy for Rivers and Indigenous Communities (replay of EP 493) 1:07:44

4M ago1:07:44

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In episode 523 of the Outdoor Adventure Lifestyle Podcast, I'm talking with Haley Stuart, filmmaker, environmentalist, and whitewater instructor. Haley joins us to discuss her work protecting rivers, collaborating with communities across the Americas, and raising awareness about mega hydroelectric impacts. Her journey inspires meaningful action for…

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The Four Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Business 19:40

4M ago19:40

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Today’s episode is a bit of a different one. I asked what episodes you’d like me to touch on, and I got so many requests to do one on tips for early-stage business owners. It’s been on my ‘episodes to record’ list for months now, and today, we’re finally sitting down and doing it. I think if we truly exhausted the list of mistakes I’ve made and wha…