Best Smart Dating Academy Podcasts (2025)

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163: Get your FLIRT ON: Dating Smarter, Bolder, and with More Fun Than Ever 56:49

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What if flirting wasn’t awkward, dating didn’t feel like a second job, and attracting love could be playful and powerful? In this episode of the Smart Dating Academy Podcast, I sit down with the dazzling Lauren Frances, and let me tell you—she brings the magic. From the moment she opens her mouth, you’ll understand why she’s been dubbed The Flirt F…

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162: 🧠 Conscious Dating: How Inner Work, Self-Worth & Energy Shape the Love You Attract with Angela Nicole Holton 47:22

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If you’re done with surface-level situationships and ready for soul-stirring, conscious connection—this one’s for you. ✨ In this episode, I sit down with internationally recognized dating and relationship coach Angela Nicole Holton for a heart-opening, no-fluff conversation about what it really takes to attract lasting, authentic love. Angela was n…

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161: First Date Magic: How to Get the Conversation Flowing Like a Pro 🗣️ 34:12

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Let’s face it—first dates can be awkward. You’re sitting across from someone new, trying to figure out if there’s a spark… while also wondering what the heck to say next. Sound familiar? In this juicy episode of the Smart Dating Academy Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Jess Carbino—often dubbed “the Dr. Ruth of the Swipe Right generation…

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160: Part 2 - The BEST Questions and How to be the BEST Date 59:59

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Let’s be real—dating at any phase can feel like walking a conversational tightrope. How much is too much? What’s not enough? When should I ask? What do I say if they ask me about something that I don't want to talk about? And how do you strike that magical balance between showing up as your radiant, authentic self and still being curious, fun, and …

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159: The BEST Questions and How to be the BEST Date - Part 1! 1:07:23

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Ever wonder what makes a truly great date, and what are the best questions to ask (and how)? In this must-listen episode (part 1 of 2), the brilliant and longstanding Smart Dating Academy coach Lindsay Anderson and I sit down to break down the art of dating with confidence, ease, and authenticity. If you’ve ever felt awkward on a date, struggled wi…

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158: Why We Ignore Red Flags: Facing the Truth in Love & Dating 34:22

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Ever ignored a red flag 🚩, hoping it would go away? Or felt blindsided by betrayal? You’re not alone—and it’s time to get real about why we sometimes lie to ourselves in relationships. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jane Greer, a renowned marriage and family therapist, psychotherapist, and author of Am I Lying to Myself? How to Overcome Denia…

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Arizona - Let's rally to get these Anti-hunting petitions REJECTED! 49:11

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Join the HOWL PACK to amplify your voice, protect hunting & conservation nationwide! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Conserve & Protect Arizona - learn, join and rally with this powerful AZ org! https://conserveandprotectaz.org/ Arizona Working Dog Alliance - bringing together all forms of sporting, hounds and working dogs in AZ. https://azwda.com…

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Destination Colorado - 2nd Annual Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo 44:29

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Join the HOWL PACK!! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Abe, Phil & Mike talk about the upcoming 2nd Annual Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo. This is not just Colorado's premiere big game hunting and adventure angling exposition, but it's also developing into a destination event for anybody looking for a GREAT lineup of vendors, brands, manufacturers, outf…

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Putting An End to Wolf Importation - Update on Initiative 35 56:46

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The HOWL Pack needs you...Your advocacy, engagement and support will us preserve and protect hunting! Nationwide and certainly throughout Colorado, hunters, ranchers, land stewards and conservation advocates MUST rally together to support Initiative 35. There is no reasonable argument to indicates we should be spectators on this. What does Initiati…

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Call for Wolf Mgmt Plan Updates - It's time to lead! 50:54

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https://www.howlforwildlife.org/cawolfplan HOWL with us. HOWL as one. When we HOWL - our voices are amplified, our message is heard and we can be effective. When we HOWL we can lead dialogue and create positive outcomes that value entire ecosystems, human communities, and wildlife. Sign on to the HOWL letter today. Take Action here --> https://www.…

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157: How to Set Boundaries & Build Healthier Relationships with Dr. Henry Cloud 49:33

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Ever feel like you're giving too much in relationships—and getting little in return? Or struggling to communicate what you truly need? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Henry Cloud, a world-renowned clinical psychologist, leadership expert, and New York Times bestselling author of Boundaries—a book that has transformed the way …

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Bold Nationwide Call: bringing hounds to the bear woods of California! 24:21

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AB1038 brings hounds back to the bear woods in CA, and it gives the Commission and Dept the tools needed for effective black bear management, increased harvest where warranted and more effective conflict reduction. This is a nationwide call to action - because a win in California is a win for everyone! Time to step in and help here... this will be …

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156: How to Build Your Dating Confidence & Make a Great First Impression 39:17

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What if you could transform your dating life with just a few mindset shifts and practical strategies? In this episode, I sit down with Nichole Farrow, a renowned relationship coach with over a decade of experience helping singles and couples navigate love with confidence. As a resident expert on BBC 5 Live, Nichole has guided countless people in st…

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California Ranchers under attack, how grassroots advocacy wins! 1:28:50

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Join the HOWL PACK! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/memberships Amplify our messaging, make advocacy work - Take Action with HOWL. https://www.howlforwildlife.org/take_action Shelina Moreda rallied a community of farmers, ranchers and local food advocates to beat Measure J in Sonoma County. She helped develop the messaging, the values statements an…

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Lions and Tigers and... Cat Hunter Magazine!! 48:21

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Friends.. Join the HOWL PACK, we have some dragons to slay in 2025 and your support and advocacy is the fuel that drives success! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Cat Hunter Magazine started as a simple community space on IG where "cat hunters' around the world could gather for hunting and conservation stories. In this episode we learn about the re…

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(RELOAD) The HOWL Vision & Strategy, with Jana Waller and John Bair 49:08

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The HOWL PACK is calling... Join us! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ Jana Waller & John Bair are as deeply connected to hunting, conservation and wildlife policy as anybody we know. They've both served on the state level wildlife boards or commissions, they produce incredible hunting stories and help raise MILLION$ for habitat, conservation and wi…

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155: Finding Love After Heartbreak: Expert Date Coaching Tips to Rebuild, Attract, and Thrive 49:57

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In this heart-opening episode, I sit down with the incredible Shelley J Whitehead—a highly sought-after relationship coach who has spent decades helping people heal from heartbreak, refine their relationship skills, and build the love lives they truly deserve. We talked about: How to move forward after heartbreak—the key mindset shifts that will he…

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End Colorado Wolf Reintroduction, with Smart Wolf Policy 46:13

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Put an expiration date on the Wolf Reintroduction in Colorado: https://www.smartwolfpolicyco.com/ Can you love wolves, and still seek to end the forced importation of wolves to CO? Yes. Can you be pro-livestock, and still acknowledge that wolves (living w/in wild ecosystems) can have a place on the landscape? Yes. Wolf "reintroduction" was a charis…

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MASSIVE Collaboration: HOWL + Elk Bros Adventure Club, Blue Collar Elk Hunting Academy 54:50

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Elk Bros x HOWL PACK - check this out: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/elkbros Collaboration is our super power, and Elk Bros is bringing a huge opportunity for anyone that dreams of elk hunting! Tap into this deal and you'll get access to the entire library of knowledge over at Blue Collar Elk Hunting Academy, and the crew at Elk Bros will put int…

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A Strategic Vision to Expand and Perpetuate Hunting for Generations 55:29

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VIDEO version here: https://youtu.be/IAWRHJjmQl8?si=lc08xPRhZZzDKq9Z HOWL PACK: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/memberships *** HOWL has a strategy and vision for the future, which brings back abundance of wildlife and abundance of opportunity. Listen in or watch the YouTube video... get fired up and join the HOWL PACK. Share the vision, make it yo…

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Nationwide Call To Action - A Values Statement to Protect Hunting & Conservation 10:35

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Who we are! https://www.howlforwildlife.org/value_statement The values we uphold must be communicated to our elected leaders. Sitting in silence will ensure that we lose... but HOWL AS ONE with our shared values, can result in the hunting community leading dialogue and conservation in the United States. Listen in and TAKE ACTION so that your electe…

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154: Improve Your Dating Confidence, Etiquette and First Impressions 55:19

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In this captivating episode, I sit down with the incredible Sara Jane Ho—an international etiquette expert, Emmy-nominated host of Netflix’s Mind Your Manners, and author of the book of the same name. From her early days in Hong Kong to earning degrees from Exeter, Georgetown, and Harvard Business School, Sara brings a wealth of wisdom and charm to…

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Gabriella Hoffman: Issues & Opportunities for Hunters & federal legislation 1:23:28

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A nationwide call to action: https://www.howlforwildlife.org/value_statement Advocacy works and the HOWL pack is a fast & effective group of hunting & conservation advocates. JOIN the HOWL PACK today... As the community grows, so does our voice, and our power to lead. In this episode, Gabriella Hoffman leads us through several hot button issues tha…

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Coyote Hunting Regulations in California? Listen up, and take action!! 1:08:46

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HOWL Pack: listen, share & take action here! . https://www.howlforwildlife.org/cacoyote The backstory on this issue is shared via Chriss Bowles (California Bowmen Hunters) and Charles & Mike (HOWL). Bottom line is that bad optics and complete lack of context has some folks at the F&G Commission thinking that coyote (nongame species) need special re…

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153: Unlocking Authentic Confidence for Dating and Beyond with Alison Fragale 47:20

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In this electrifying episode, I sit down with the brilliant Alison Fragale—a professor, distinguished scholar of organizational behavior at UNC Chapel Hill, and the powerhouse author behind the transformative book Likable Badass. Alison brings her sharp insights and relatable wisdom to help us understand the delicate balance between being liked and…

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Jan 28th - Virtual Townhall: Wolves, Lessons for California 4:19

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Join Us for this Virtual Townhall Event: Wolves, Lessons for California HOWL for Wildlife welcomes Justin Webb (Executive Director of the Foundation for Wildlife Management) and Jessi Johnson (Government Affairs Director, Wyoming Wildlife Federation.) Wolves are on the cusp of exponential population growth in California. The known wolf population n…

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152: From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After: Lauren’s Inspiring Love Story and Dating Success Tips 47:07

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Welcome to this week's episode, where we dive into the love story of all love stories! When it comes to finding love, everyone’s journey is unique—but they often share the same ups and downs. This week, I’m thrilled to introduce Lauren, an inspiring woman who went from feeling stuck in her love life to meeting her dream partner. With insights from …

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Wolves in California: Cooperation before the crisis ... with California Wolf Watch 1:36:19

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Join HOWL's Jan 28th "Wolf Lessons Learned" Townhall featuring Justin Webb (Foundation for Wildlife Mgmt) and Jess Johnson (Wyoming Wildlife Federation).... MEMBERS ONLY so join today! Wolves are here, and they're not going away. Planting flags of extreme support, or extreme opposition, only guarantees a long fight, unresolved conflict, and more wo…

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"A mountain lion attacked my nephews..." 1:20:07

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Please... Listen and Share Malcolm Brooks is the uncle of Taylen and Wyatt Brooks, the young men who were enjoying a day of shed hunting, scouting and outdoors recreation when they were attacked by a mountain lion. Malcolm shares the story of the attack, and wildlife management policies gone wrong here in California, in a newly published New York T…

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151: Transform Your Mindset for Smart Dating Success with Dr. Jenny Taitz 49:36

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In this enlightening episode, I welcome the brilliant Dr. Jenny Taitz—a clinical psychologist, UCLA faculty member, and author of the transformative book Stress Reset. Together, we dive into actionable strategies for managing stress, staying grounded, and transforming your mindset for success in dating and beyond. She's also the author of one of my…

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150: Dating and Thriving After Divorce: Expert Insights with Marilyn Chinitz 48:24

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This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Marilyn Chinitz—a powerhouse attorney with over 40 years of expertise in family law and divorce. Her wisdom, wit, and compassionate approach to navigating life’s trickiest transitions are unparalleled. Whether you're curious about protecting your assets, healing after heartbreak, or…

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Halt the Heist: Utah's attack on public lands nationwide 1:34:19

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HOWL is already putting work into advocacy campaigns with nationwide impact in 2025! From the potential Utah vs. USA federal lands lawsuit that the Supreme Court of the US may hear, to protecting the use of hounds for mammal hunting in AZ, to expanding Elk and Black Bear hunting opportunity in California - HOWL is driving a paradigm shift where hun…

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149: From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After: How Smart Dating Academy Transformed Teresa's Love Life 34:20

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I’m so excited to share this week’s powerful story, featuring a journey of resilience, hope, and finding love again against the odds. In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the incredible experience of one of our listeners who, at 48, faced a life-changing loss: the sudden passing of her husband from a heart attack. Grieving and single for over a …

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In the Crosshairs: Petition to ban use of hounds in Arizona 1:07:42

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Call to action!! We need to rally 100s of hunters (deer, bear, upland game, waterfowl etc!) to show up @ the Friday 12/6 Commission meeting. Several locations throughout the state are available. Click on the links below: - HOWL for Arizona Wildlife - ACTION ALERT - AZ 12/6 Commission Meeting Calendar Details - Conserve and Protect Arizona - Join, f…

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A Nationwide Threat: Utah challenges the entire public lands concept 1:18:27

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We love Utah... wildly varied topography and habitat, iconic wildlife and legendary hunting opportunities. But, in some ways Utah is belligerent and misguided. The current Utah vs. US Federal Govt lawsuit that is being presented to the Supreme Court is a problem. Here at HOWL we saw the attempt to ban mountain lion hunting in Colorado as something …

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148: Uncovering the Secrets to Authentic Connection: Building Lasting Relationships 35:37

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I’m thrilled to bring you a special guest this week, Coach and Conscious Relationship Teacher Veronika Amaya. Veronika is a relationship expert with a unique global perspective on dating and connection, and in this episode she will help us uncover the “missing pieces” that can keep us from forming genuine bonds. Veronika has a wealth of knowledge o…

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Hot Take: HOWL PACK Victory in Colorado, Florida! 19:01

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Mike jumps in solo to celebrate, congratulate and express gratitude to the HOWL pack, partners and collaborators who made VICTORY possible in Colorado. Yes... a nationwide community of hunters, and a grassroots wave of boots-on-the-ground work by Coloradans drove home a NO ON PROP 127 message, and the anti-hunting industry is reeling from the shock…

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147: Heather's Journey to Self-Love and Self Discovery - What I Learned at Smart Dating Academy 48:06

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Heather's Journey to Self-Love and Self Discovery - What I Learned at Smart Dating Academy For more free tips and up to date information, click here to register for the Smart Dating Academy free newsletter! https://www.smartdatingacademy.com/contact Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smartdatingacademy/…

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Street level advocacy to WIN ... How we own the conversation about hunting. 1:34:28

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Please - listen and share. Our army is small, but strong. With your support, contribution and participation the HOWL PACK will be unstoppable and the anti-hunting industry will wither on the vine. Brant, Mike & Charles talk about a recent 2-week adventure in Colorado... boots on the ground, street level advocacy where Brant, Seth (Colorado Golden A…

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The "Constitutional Right to Fish & Hunt" - Supporting Amendment 2 in Florida, and beyond! 49:52

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Florida is blazing a trail that we all need to understand, support and follow. Most importantly, FLORIDA citizens and voters who love wildlife on land and in water, need to rally the YES ON 2 message throughout their communities. "Right to Fish & Hunt" establishes barrier to protect conservation, wildlife management systems, the use of hunting/fish…

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146: I Was Married to the "Wolf of Wall Street" - Breaking Trauma Bonds and Thriving with Dr. Nadine Macaluso 53:46

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I’m beyond thrilled to have Dr. Nadine Macaluso (Dr. Nae, as I call her!). on today’s episode! Dr. Nae’s story is nothing short of jaw-dropping — she was married to The Wolf of Wall Street himself, Jordan Belfort. But this conversation isn’t just about her past; it’s about her incredible journey of survival, healing, and growth. Dr. Nae has taken w…

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Making Election 2024 "Too Big to Rig" ... VOTE 4 America with Baker Leavitt 59:57

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Baker Leavitt and I cover a lot of ground but it all circles back to one critical topic: our community must VOTE. We all need to vote. Make a VICTORY "too big to rig"!! We all need to vote. Just one day every 2 or 4 years... we HAVE THE POWER to choose the course of our country. We all need to vote. But 100s of thousands of gun owners, hunters, and…

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145: Love Story! How Attorney Tara Found True Love after Divorce 33:04

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In this heartwarming love story episode, I sit down with our beloved client Tara, an accomplished attorney from Chicago, who shares her incredible journey of love and self-discovery. Tara's story begins in a traditional household, where arranged marriages were the norm, and she herself entered one that didn't quite work out. However, through her re…

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Colorado - NO on 127 with Chris Dorsey of Sporting Classics TV 1:01:22

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Rally at the Capitol in Denver CO on Friday 10/18... come one, come all! Hunters, Anglers, Trappers and everyone who believes in true wildlife conservation - rally to win against ballot box biology. Rally to defeat Prop. 127. Grassroots is where the battle is now! Lawn signs, billboards, vinyl vehicle wraps and window tints, rally at the Capitol, a…

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144: Beyond Mars and Venus: Relationship Skills for TODAY with Dr. John Gray 1:01:19

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Title: Beyond Mars and Venus: Relationship Skills for TODAY with Dr. John Gray I couldn't be more excited to have Dr. John Gray, who wrote one of the most well-known and trusted relationship books of all time: Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus (the #1 bestselling book of its decade). We had such a good chat that you're going to love; John los…

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Wyoming Wildlife - Time for Hunters to Lead, Your Action Needed Today 1:08:31

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Take 5 minutes to lead, take action and help the hunting community! Jess Johnson with the Wyoming Wildlife Federation maps out the status of legislation being developed, and the need for hunting community engagement and support NOW. This is an opportunity to lead and help establish better laws that continue to support and favor hunting and trapping…

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Wild and Ancient Hunting Partners - the Art of Falconry with Devin Jaffe 47:25

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You're going to learn more about falconry in this 45min conversation than 99% of "wildlife advocates" will ever know. Incredible information here from Devin Jaffe. She is a Master Falconer, educator, hunter, biologist and likely one of the best advocates for the ancient art of developing a truly wild hunting partner such as a raptor! There are many…

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Turning Feral with the Okayest Trapper - Zach Hanson 1:08:47

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You'll love this conversation with Zach Hanson, aka "the Okayest Trapper" and author of Turning Feral. Your friends will love it too... so hit that SHARE button and spread the good word of the HOWLCAST. ** Zach ditched the normal path to typical middle-America success and went off-grid, to craft an entirely new lifestyle in Idaho. He probably didn'…

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143: How to Love Someone Without Losing Your Mind! 32:04

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I am super excited to have Todd Baratz as a guest on the podcast. Todd is a renowned psychotherapist and sex therapist whose innovative approaches to mental health and relationships have established him as a leading figure. We talked about: His new book "How to Love Someone Without Losing Your Mind" Reframing how we approach relationship issues How…

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142: Can you Find Love After a 24 Year Marriage? 1:00:40

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Guest: Jill Foos, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBHWC) with a rich background in psychology and functional medicine health coaching. This week, we come to you with one of your favorite things to hear because it's HOPEFUL, a Smart Dating Academy real-life love story. Jill was a coaching client who found the lid to her pod and s…