Best After Hours With Amanda Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 66- The Plague of our Timelines and the Realization of Being Exactly Where You Are Meant to Be 43:23

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Compairson happens in all areas of life and score keeping can become a pitfall. But when we actually take a moment to look around what do we see? In this episode we dive into the idea that even when things aren't working out on "our timeline" we are never not right where we need to be even if we can't see it yet. So grab your cup and settle in for …

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 4 - 'Inglourious Basterds’ 45:19

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Quentin Tarantino’s ‘Inglourious Basterds,’ which made for one of the greatest movie-going experiences of the century. They talk through why this was the official Tarantino pick over ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,…

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Feeling Stuck? Meet the Career Clarity Starter Kit! 11:17

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Send us a text Feeling like your career just doesn’t fit your life anymore? You’re not alone—and there’s finally a simple way to get unstuck! Becca is unveiling something big today, the Career Clarity Starter Kit, your new go-to guide for figuring out what you want in your career and how to get there. Hear what’s inside, why she created it, and how…

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‘Weird Science’ With Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt 1:47:25

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There's going to be sex, drugs, rock ’n’ roll, chips, dips, chains, whips … your basic Rewatchables episode. The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Kyle Brandt revisit John Hughes’s 1985 hit ‘Weird Science,’ starring Anthony Michael Hall, Kelly LeBrock, and Ilan Mitchell-Smith. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Talk to a State Farm…

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The Top Five Ethan Hawke Movies and a Double Shot of Richard Linklater, With Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater! 1:49:28

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On today’s action-packed show, Sean and Amanda dive deep into the two newest films from one of their favorite filmmakers, Richard Linklater. Before diving in, they react to a handful of movie news headlines, including Tom Cruise’s honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards, the new teaser trailer for the live-action ‘Moana’ film, and Georgia Oakley’s u…

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35 | Long list of To-Dos? Simple Time Management with a Planner and Google Calendar 19:57

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Do you ever feel like your planner collects dust and your phone dings just stress you out? I’ve been there too. I’ve always said, “If it’s not in the calendar, it’s not happening!” — but it wasn’t until I learned to pair my digital tools with my paper planner that my time finally started to make sense. In this episode, we’re breaking down simple ti…

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The Juiceless Fall Movie Season, ‘The Running Man,’ and ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ 2:07:30

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Van Lathan to cover two new releases that they collectively had mixed feelings about. Before diving in, though, they theorize about why the fall movie slate has been such a huge disappointment both commercially and critically and what it represents for the industry at large going forward (0:34). Then, they break down E…

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#774 Hitting A Therapy Wall - Anna Runkle aka The Crappy Childhood Fairy 1:37:46

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Anna Runkle, aka @CrappyChildhoodFairy, joins Paul to share her experience of growing up in a commune, living with CPTSD, and finding new ways to heal when talk therapy wasn’t working. Look for her new book Connectability: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong. For more about Anna: https://crappychild…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 5 - 'Lady Bird’ 1:02:44

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Greta Gerwig’s ‘Lady Bird,’ one of the greatest coming-of-age films ever made. They explain why this is the most defining millennial movie of all time, unpack its quintessential portrayal of a complicated mother-da…

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3 Job Search Mistakes She Made (That You Can Avoid): Claire’s Story 16:00

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Send us a text We’ve all made mistakes as parents, professionals, or both. But what if you could skip some of the trial-and-error and go straight to the learning part? In this episode of When Mommy Grows Up, Becca shares the story of Claire, a 39-year-old project manager and mom of two who hit a wall in her career and decided it was time for a chan…

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‘Snake Eyes’ With Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan 2:02:31

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Van Lathan are the kings of the sewer after rewatching Brian De Palma’s ‘Snake Eyes,’ starring Nic Cage, Gary Sinise, and Carla Gugino. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by PayPal. Make the most of your money this holiday. Get 5% cash back when y…

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‘Predator: Badlands’ and the 'Predator' Movie Rankings 1:18:31

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Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to avenge their Yautja brethren on planet Genna and cover Dan Trachtenberg’s ‘Predator: Badlands,’ starring Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi. Before diving in though, they briefly cover a handful of movie news headlines, including the reporting that Ryan Reynolds is remaking the 1970s crime film ‘Thunder…

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75// 5 Boundaries to Set Before the Holidays (So You Don’t Burn Out, Break Down, or Blow Up) 18:05

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The holidays are supposed to feel magical… not chaotic. But for busy moms juggling sports schedules, business goals, family events, and the mental load of motherhood... this season can feel like one big calendar explosion. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 boundaries you need to set now (yes, before the invites roll in) to protect your peace, your tim…

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You think college tennis is a "death sentence" for making it in the pros? Think again, as two former Texas Aggies are on a serious tear at the highest level. Their coach, Steve Denton, joins us! 51:55

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Also...Sabalenka vs Kygrios ? A modern-day King vs Riggs?? Yep, it's gonna happen, so buckle up!

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34 | Do you have regular routines? How to Balance Cleaning, Meals, and Kids Without Burning Out 24:47

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If you’ve ever felt like keeping up with meals, cleaning, and kids is an endless game of catch-up, you’re not alone. I’ve been there—standing in my kitchen at 5 p.m., wondering how it all slipped away again. In this episode, I’m sharing how I finally found peace through routine stacks—simple sequences that take the chaos out of daily life. I’ll wal…

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Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ and the Best Frankenstein Movies. Plus: Jennifer Lawrence Is Ablaze in ‘Die My Love.’ 1:24:10

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Rob Mahoney to cover a pair of new releases, but before diving in, they react to two new movie trailers for ‘Michael’ and ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ and the news that a ‘Miss Piggy’ movie from Cole Escola, Jennifer Lawrence, and Emma Stone is in development (0:53). Then, they unpack Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein,’…

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#773 Poverty, Loneliness & Low Self-Esteem - Derek 1:24:11

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Fellow support group member Derek shares about growing up in extreme poverty and isolation. Recently he has been learning how to connect and practice boundaries but is still struggling with being attracted to women who treat him badly. This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Quince.com/mental for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.…

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DisLove E161: Discover How Guided Tours And In-Park Quests with Rabbit Hole Quests Add More Magic to Your Disney Vacations 36:17

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Send us a text Ever walked through Disney certain you’d seen it all—then spotted one tiny detail that changed how the whole land feels? That spark of discovery drives this episode, where we explore the most rewarding Disney tours that add depth and story to your day, then sit down with Stefan from Rabbit Hole Quest Craft to uncover escape-style adv…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 6 - 'Mulholland Drive’ 51:29

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss David Lynch’s ‘Mulholland Drive,’ one of the greatest surrealist films ever made. They celebrate Naomi Watts’s incredible breakthrough performance, reflect on all the different conspiracy theories and unique readin…

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The Simple Career Clarity Hack That Only Takes 15 Minutes: Maya's Story 23:02

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Send us a text What if the clarity you’re craving isn’t in another job board scroll or another article, but in 15 minutes of quiet? In this episode, Becca shares how intentional boredom helped one mom (and herself!) move from overwhelm to career clarity. You’ll learn why silence sparks new ideas, how the brain uses boredom to connect the dots, and …

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‘The Truman Show’ With Bill Simmons, Glen Powell, and Chris Ryan 1:42:31

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan are joined by actor Glen Powell to rewatch Jim Carrey’s 1998 classic ‘The Truman Show,’ directed by Peter Weir and starring Laura Linney and Ed Harris. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Ronak Nair, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with …

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The 1989 Movie Draft 2:02:32

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We’re drafting again! Before diving into the draft, Sean, Amanda, and Chris react to two recent pieces of news with Disney reportedly turning down Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ (1:05), and Taylor Sheridan leaving Paramount (9:25). Then, they discuss who they were in 1989 (17:33) and draft the best movies from that year (29:44). Hosts:…

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33 | Stretched thin? How to Build a Weekly Rhythm When There’s Never Enough Time 18:18

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Do you ever reach the end of the day wondering what you actually did — yet feeling completely spent? It’s not that you aren’t working hard… it’s that your time is scattered. In this episode, we’re walking through how to build a weekly rhythm that actually fits your life. You’ll learn how to look at your week as a whole, take inventory of your time,…

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Best Picture Power Rankings, ‘Bugonia,’ and the New Paranoid Thriller, With Yorgos Lanthimos! 1:32:50

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Sean and Amanda kick off the show with a brand-new version of their Best Picture Power Rankings (1:43). Then, they cover Yorgos Lanthimos’s new movie, ‘Bugonia,’ starring Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone. They explain why this is their preferred “flavor” of Lanthimos, crown it as a new type of paranoid thriller, and praise Plemons's and Stone’s incredi…

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#772 One Family's Truths About Paralysis - Tyler & Jenny Smith 1:13:07

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Tyler Smith was paralyzed from the neck down after contracting the West Nile virus. He and his wife, Jenny, join Paul for the second time to open up about the rage, shock, and loneliness of having become paralyzed as well as the stress and emotional toll it takes on Jenny to caretake someone with Tyler’s condition. Tyler & Jenny’s GoFundMe https://…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 7 - 'In The Mood for Love’ 47:21

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Wong Kar-wai’s ‘In the Mood for Love,’ the signature romance film of the century. They talk about why the film is one of the most influential movies ever made, highlight its incredibly beautiful composition and fra…

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From Patient Care to Purpose-Driven Innovation: Kaylee's Career Clarity Story 29:12

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Send us a text What do you do when you realize you want to build a career in healthcare outside of the clinic? In this episode, we sit down with Kaylee Johnson, a former Career Clarity Program member and inspiring success story, who has built a fulfilling career spanning neuro-occupational therapy, program design, women’s health entrepreneurship, A…

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‘Halloween II’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan 1:48:47

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan don’t know what death is after rewatching the 1981 return of Michael Myers in ‘Halloween II,’ starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Ronak Nair, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo A Mountain of Movies® on Paramount+. Stream now! A House of Dynamite, on Netflix O…

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‘A House of Dynamite’ Is Ready to Explode 1:42:44

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Sean and Amanda start the show by covering the major box office success of ‘Chainsaw Man,’ reacting to the news that Cinemark is opening myriad new 70 mm IMAX screens across the country, and discussing what it represents for the future of moviegoing (2:00). Then, they deep dive into Kathryn Bigelow’s new film, ‘A House of Dynamite,’ starring Rebecc…

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486 - Dr Shaili Jain MD - PTSD 1:36:15

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Having studied and worked with thousands of people with PTSD from combat, sexual, physical or emotional trauma, the Stanford faculty psychiatrist shares her 20 years of insights on PTSD. Dr. Jain's website is www.DrShailiJainMD.com Her book is called The Unspeakable Mind. Support Our Sponsors! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp online counseli…

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Want to hang with the cool kids? They don't come much cooler than RF. Wilson's Juan Diego Cuadrado will tell you how YOU can get on the team. 50:22

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Also, a couple of Steve Denton's A&M boys (Vacherot and Rinderknecht) shake things up in Shaghai, and the American women are making more noise than ever!

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32 | How to Simplify Your Daily Routine After Travel or Sickness 20:28

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Have you ever noticed how a trip, sickness, or emergency can throw your whole routine off—and how long it takes to feel “normal” again? I used to take a full week (sometimes two!) before I felt like I had my feet under me after disruptions. It wasn’t until my therapist asked, “Why don’t you have a reset routine?” that I realized I needed a system t…

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‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’ and the ‘Music Biopic’ Mount Rushmore 1:49:41

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Sean and Amanda are joined by Chris Ryan and Yasi Salek to head over to 'State Trooper' town and cover Scott Cooper’s ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,’ starring Jeremy Allen White. They unanimously agree that the movie is overwhelmingly unsuccessful, then dive into why it lacks dramatic stakes (1:42). Later, they hypothesize its box office po…

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#771 Growing Up With Hoarders - Amanda Uhle 1:44:35

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Amanda Uhle is a journalist and nonfiction writer who shares her story of a loving but turbulent childhood and what it was like to grow up in a house of hoarders. Look for her new memoir, Destroy This House. For more about Amanda: https://www.amandauhle.com/ https://www.instagram.com/amanda.uhle/?hl=en This episode is sponsored Quince. Go to www.Qu…

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74// The Holidays Are Coming... How to Turn Down the Noise So You Can Swap the Overwhelm for True Joy 12:28

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The holidays are coming... and so is the pressure. The noise gets louder this time of year: The kids, the calendars, the school parties, the business, the expectations, the opinions... And before we know it, we’re swept up in the chaos and completely disconnected from what actually matters. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how to turn do…

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The 25 Best Movies of the Century: No. 8 - ‘Parasite’ 50:24

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Sean and Amanda return to continue their yearlong project of listing the 25 best movies of the 21st century so far. Today, they discuss Bong Joon-ho’s ‘Parasite,’ which features one of the greatest movie endings of all time. They celebrate its nuanced portrayal of what systems do to people; highlight the small, formal decisions that elevate the mov…

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31 | Do Kids Need Chores? Building Character Through Simple Homestead Rhythms 18:17

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Have you ever looked around your home or farm and realized your kids weren’t carrying any of the load? That was me this summer with my four-year-old. As an only child and only grandchild, he had been given everything—without learning responsibility. I knew that had to change. In this episode, I’m sharing how we began involving him in simple tasks l…