Best Eran Magen Podcasts (2025)

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S4.E9. Lisa Wimberger Neurosculpting® Institute and co-founder of the NeuroPraxis App 35:26

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What if you could rewire your brain to release fear, reduce stress, and live more fully? In this episode of the Back to Life podcast, I sit down with Lisa Wimberger, founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and expert in blending neuroscience with mindfulness. We explore how to reshape limiting beliefs, heal trauma, and create new neural pathways t…

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Season 4, Episode 8: Nicole Danielle 43:44

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In this episode of Back to Life, Danny sits down with Nicole Danielle, an author whose journey from darkness to self-discovery is nothing short of inspiring. From a young beauty pageant winner to an actress in LA, Nicole faced relentless criticism and hurtful words that shaped her self-perception: ❌ “You’re not enough.” ❌ “You will never be anythin…

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Season 4, Episode 7: Sean McMann 37:01

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Are you ready to transform how you work and reclaim your time? In this episode of Back to Life, Danny sits down with Sean McMann, author and Director of Consulting, to discuss the practical strategies he shares in his book. From redefining the connection between work and self-worth to eliminating hours of unnecessary meetings and email, Sean reveal…

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Season 4, Episode 6: Dr. Eran Magen 39:09

7M ago39:09

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What does it take to truly support yourself and others on the journey to wellness? On this episode of Back to Life, Danny Bader welcomes Eran Magen, Ph.D., a clinical professor at Yale School of Medicine, dedicated to trainee wellness and suicide prevention. Eran shares insights from his groundbreaking work in psychology and education, blending cut…

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Season 4, Episode 5: Bill Hoyt 34:20

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In the latest episode of Back to Life, Danny Bader sits down with Bill Hoyt, a man whose strength and spirit truly embody what it means to live fully. Danny met Billy years ago during a workshop at Bill's company, but today’s conversation takes on new meaning. Three and a half years ago, Bill was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. Just a few m…

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She Is Kind to Me In Ways That Are Very Foreign to Me 1:06:37

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Fourteen months after the divorce, Mark is enjoying time with his new girlfriend and learning what it's like to be in a healthy relationship. While Mark and his girlfriend are getting ready for their kids to meet, Mark is working through his relational insecurities. Mark reflects on how his experience as a child to parents who argued often shaped h…

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Maybe She Wasn't Out to Hurt Me 37:39

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More than 13 months after the divorce, Mark is excited about a woman he started dating, who shocked and delighted him by bringing him flowers on Father's Day. We talk about how Mark introduced his new relationship to his kids, and how he experienced their response to the news. Mark continues to process his reactions to his ex, and is moving toward …

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To Protect My Kids, There are Certain Feelings I Must Not Feel 1:28:35

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Nearly a year after the divorce, Mark is planning a 2-week trip with his kids, and enjoying his ability to share more of his culture of origin with his kids than when he was married. Mark continues to explore dating, and finds that his anxiety around dating diminishes as his goal shifts from wanting to be liked to checking if the connection feels l…

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What She Did Was Cruel 57:50

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Eleven and a half months after the divorce, Mark finds himself repeatedly rattled by unexpected close encounters with his ex' affair partner, and he is processing the anger and hurt that he feels toward his ex and her partner. We discuss ways for Mark to set clear boundaries with his ex in order to make sure these encounters don't take him by surpr…

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Season 4, Episode 4: Patty McLain 39:09

9M ago39:09

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In this episode of Back to Life, host Danny Bader sits down with educator, author, and coach Patty McLain to explore strategies for overcoming personal and professional challenges. Patty shares her journey from high school teacher to trauma-informed practitioner, offering insights into building sustainable well-being through healthy relationships, …

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I'm Happy I Got Divorced 28:34

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Eleven months after the divorce, Mark and his ex switched to the new 2-2-5 parenting schedule, and Mark is still figuring out how well the new schedule is working for him and the kids. Mark also realized that the pet birds he was stuck with and is caring for are a vestige of taking care of his ex, which is not something he wants to keep doing. Mark…

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Parenting, My Way 39:29

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Ten and a half months after the divorce, Mark is planning his new weekly routine as his family starts the new 2-2-5 parenting schedule, and we discuss ways to make the parenting schedule smoother. Mark continues to enjoy being able to parent his way as a single parent, as reflected by a fun trip he took his kids on. On the dating front, Mark is exh…

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Preparing to Change the Parenting Schedule 30:33

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Ten months after the divorce, Mark's interest in dating is waning, and he is wondering if reason is that he isn't interested in the specific women he met, or if he simply doesn't have the energy to be in a romantic relationship. Mark is also preparing for a change in the parenting schedule, from alternating weeks to a 2-2-5 schedule. We discuss the…

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Have I Just Been Suppressing My Feelings? 1:01:53

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Nine and a half months after the divorce, Mark accidentally ran into his ex's partner (who was also the ex's affair partner), and was surprised at the intensity of his reaction. We talk about the process of becoming less reactive to past trauma, and about how to manage intense emotional reactions to the ex and her partner. Mark is also wondering ho…

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Season 4, Episode 3: Dr. Carrie Rose 38:46

10M ago38:46

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Are you ready to challenge your limits and transform your personal and professional growth? In this episode of Back to Life, I sit down with Dr. Carrie Rose, CEO of Ofcourse, to dive into powerful strategies that can elevate your life and business. Dr. Rose reveals methods, grounded in over 500 research studies, that meet learners where they are, s…

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Do The Kids Look A Little Too Well? 47:02

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Nearly nine months into the divorce, Mark is hitting his stride with incorporating fun activities into his life, both with the kids and without them. The kids are saying they're getting used to the divorce and to missing the other parent, and they seem less upset about it - but Mark is concerned that one of his kids looks a little *too* well, and m…

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Co-Parenting Is Actually Pretty Smooth By Now 36:45

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Eight months into the divorce, Mark continues to be surprised by ways his ex makes him uncomfortable, but recognizes that co-parenting is becoming smooth overall, and could be much worse. In our recent conversations, Mark and I discussed alternatives to the parenting schedule Mark and his ex agreed to, which is a "week on, week off" schedule, that …

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"I'm Discovering The Person I Want to Be" 50:51

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Seven and a half months into the divorce, Mark continues to reconnect with things that give him joy, and starting to navigate dating as a single dad. We discuss how to make sure the kids are okay as their dad starts to date, how to feel more relaxed and at ease before and during dates, and the recurring theme of setting effective boundaries with th…

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"I'm Pretty Happy Just Being a Single Dad!" 53:37

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Six months into the divorce, Mark is feeling more emotionally even-keeled and less triggered by his ex. He is learning to enjoy his time away from the kids, and more clearly appreciating not having to take care of the needs of another adult. Mark reflects on the challenges of the early stages of divorce and the strategies that helped him get throug…

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Dating After Divorce: Why, When, Where, and How 51:15

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Five and a half months into the divorce, Mark is appreciating his "new normal" and reaping the benefits of having figured out a systematic way for telling friends that he got divorced. We talk about dating as a divorced dad: How to know when you're ready to date, how to date in a way that is mindful of the kids, and where to meet people. Topics inc…

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Season 4, Episode 2: Stephanie Szostak 42:11

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Do you have a playbook? Do you have a resource that guides your thoughts, emotions, and, ultimately, your actions…and how do you show up in the world? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with my friend, actress Stephanie Szostak. She shares insights from her life and her book Self!sh and introduces the app she has built to help you create …

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Should My Kids Spend More Time With Their Mom? 1:04:04

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Five months into the divorce, Mark is enjoying his time with his kids, but struggles with supporting his kids when they complain about not having enough quality time with their mom. We discuss the pros and cons of making changes to the parenting schedule that will give kids more frequent contact with both parents, and think about ways to communicat…

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Now I Know What "Triggering" Means 53:13

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Four and a half months into the divorce, Mark and his ex have a stable parenting schedule, which seems to be mostly working. But behind the scenes, Mark is upset about his ex repeatedly violating boundaries that seem obvious to him, including entering his home without his permission. Our conversation also touches on how to continue co-parenting eff…

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“Divorced” Doesn't Need To Be Your Identity 1:12:05

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Four months after the divorce, Mark discusses rebuilding his identity, working through his emotions regarding his kids and his ex, and practical self care. Topics include: • The surprising benefit of traveling and of not having "being divorced" as one's primary identity • How to share news of the divorce with friends and family, and the support it …

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Season 4, Episode 1: Louise Bang 47:27

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🔥 Ready to unlock your leadership potential? 🔥 Season 4 of the Back to Life podcast kicks off with an inspiring episode featuring my dear friend and fabulous leader and human being, Louise Bang, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America. Join us as we dive deep into topics of leadership, resilienc…

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From "You Want a Divorce?" to "I'm Happy This Happened" 1:06:25

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Six months into his divorce from his wife of 13 years and with two young kids, Mark reflects on what he learned, and what he wished he knew earlier. Mark also shares some practical advice about: • Navigating the first weeks and months of a divorce • Enjoying time with the kids • Enjoying time without the kids • Learning how to share the news with f…

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Season 3, Episode 17: Brant Menswar 45:42

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Brant Menswar is the CEO and founder of Black Sheep Foundry LLC, a boutique leadership development agency that teaches people and organizations how to cultivate values-based leadership through his acclaimed book Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. He has been called "America's Personal Development Coach" having …

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Season 3, Episode 16: Aaron Salko 37:09

1+ y ago37:09

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For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Aaron Salko. Aaron is the founder and Creator of The 9th Stratum and is a Sales Management Professional with the innovative solutions-based company Stephen Gould. Salko has a demonstrated history of talent development, innovation, creativity, and organizational growth. For more than two…

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Season 3, Episode 15: Dr. Haley Perlus 46:22

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Ever wondered how top athletes and brands break through mental barriers to achieve extraordinary results? Join us in the latest episode of the Back to Life podcast as we dive into the world of mental toughness with the incredible Dr. Haley Perlus! In this episode, we explore Haley's journey working with world-renowned athletes, brands, and fitness …

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Season 3, Episode 14: Hale Dwoskin 38:41

1+ y ago38:41

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Ever wondered about the secrets behind manifesting your dreams and embracing personal development? On the newest episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with New York Times Best-selling author, Hale Dwoskin. With over three decades of expertise, Hale is a pioneer in personal development, renowned for his work with the Sedona Method. Curiou…

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Season 3, Episode 13: Cate Heaman 41:41

1+ y ago41:41

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For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny talks with Prelude Solutions’ CEO and Founder Cate Heaman. Cate founded Prelude in July, 2005 as a telecommunication auditing company. In the early years, the auditing grew to project management and managing RFP’s for telecom services and systems. In 2008, the entity expanded services to telecom s…

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Season 3, Episode 12: Michael Baclawski 41:34

1+ y ago41:34

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For this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sat down to talk with Michael Baclawski, a dedicated wellness and fitness educator with an extensive career spanning two decades. He currently serves as an educator at Catasauqua High School, where he has passionately guided students toward healthier lifestyles and personal growth throughout his c…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 12: Michaiel Patrick Bovenes 46:04

2y ago46:04

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In today's fast-paced world, it can be tough to remember to be still. Our guest on this episode of the Back to Life podcast helps people do just that. Michaiel Patrick Bovens is an inspirational wellness teacher, meditation expert, healer, mindfulness facilitator (MBSR), hypnotherapist and metaphysician. He helps busy professionals quickly transfor…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 10: Terrill Vidale 43:32

2y ago43:32

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For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with successful entrepreneur and business owner, Terrill Vidale. Terrill Vidale's life began in humble circumstances, born in Charlotte, NC, to parents from Trinidad and Tobago. For the first 12 years of his life, Terrill lived in Trinidad. After his parents' divorce, he and his siblings moved in with their …

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Season 3, Episode 9: Damon West 46:52

2y ago46:52

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For this episode, Danny talks with keynote speaker Damon West. Damon West, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a college professor, internationally known keynote speaker and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change, which Forbes’ listed in the “Top Twenty Books You Need to Read to Crush 2020.” His …

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 8: Luke Bader 34:07

2y ago34:07

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It’s wonderful to have guests on my Back to Life Podcast and hear of their struggles and how they overcame and moved beyond them. Their stories inspire us all to be sure we’re focused on creating fulfillment and resilience in their lives. Today’s guest, our oldest son, Luke, does just this. As Pride Month comes to a close, you’ll hear Luke talk abo…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 7: Chris Felton 45:49

2y ago45:49

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During this episode, Danny talks with Chris Felton, an Amazon bestselling author, 7-figure entrepreneur, and owner of a financial services firm which he started in 1999. Chris leads and trains 200 agents across the US as they have helped over 17,000 clients, and he's achieved Top 1% status in a company of 60,000+ agents. During their conversation, …

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Back to Life Season 3: Episode 6: Adam Ratcliffe 44:56

2y ago44:56

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For this episode of Back to Life, Danny talks with actor, producer, writer, and musician Adam Ratcliffe. Adam was born in the Philadelphia area, and was raised by a stellar singer mother whose parents were involved in show business in the 1940's. He had a grandfather who had appeared in several off-Broadway shows and instilled a passion for singing…

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Back to Life Season 3, Episode 5: David Greenwalt 52:01

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During this episode of the Back to Life podcast, Danny sits down to talk with David Greenwalt. David has been a personal fitness trainer since 1983, and in 1999 he founded Leanness Lifestyle University (LLU), an evidence-based, lifestyle-education platform that provides students with innovative tools to track, report, and score the behaviors optima…

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Season 3, Episode 4: Clint Pulver 39:25

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A single moment in time can change a person’s life. It's what you decide to do with that moment that determines your path. My guest on this week's Back to Life podcast is known for guiding people to living a life of significance, rather than just a life of success. Clint Pulver is an Emmy Award-winning, motivational keynote speaker, author, workfor…

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Season 3, Episode 3: Gabriel Deieno 36:41

2y ago36:41

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During this episode, Danny spoke to Gabriel Deieno, a specialist in mental training. He graduated in psychology in the US and fell in love with the mental performance field when he started searching for ways to become a better football (soccer) player. In 2017, he started sharing his knowledge and dedicating his life to teaching athletes how to b…

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Season 3, Episode 2: Coach Dar 41:39

2+ y ago41:39

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During this conversation, Danny sat down to talk with Darlene "Coach Dar" Santore. As a Board Certified Occupational Therapist, CEO & Founder of Performance Meets Purpose Consulting, author, and keynote speaker, Coach Dar is passionate about helping people break through adversity to achieve greatness. During the conversation, they discuss her new b…

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Season 3, Episode 1: Damian Jackson 35:21

2+ y ago35:21

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Excited to kick off Season 3 of the Back to Life Podcast with my first guest, Damian Jackson. Damian entered the Navy after high school where he excelled and had a career as a Navy SEAL (thanks for your service, Damian). After two deployments, Damian completed his career as a Navy SEAL and, although he never played football, he set his focus on pla…

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Season 2, Episode 25: Stephanie Szostak 42:51

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For this episode, Danny sat down to talk with actress Stephanie Szostak. She left France after high school to study business and play varsity golf at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Upon graduating college, Szostak landed a job in marketing at Chanel in New York and was eventually asked to model for one of their in-house …

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Season 2, Episode 24: Babita Spinelli 49:54

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Babita Spinelli is the CEO of Babita Spinelli Group and Opening the Doors Psychotherapy, where she provides an empowering space for clients to explore what holds them back while challenging them to make positive and healthy changes to transform their lives. During the episode, Babita shares stories about her own struggles and triumphs. She and Dann…

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Season 2, Episode 23: Dr. Bob Butera 58:28

2+ y ago58:28

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During this episode, Danny sat down to talk with his friend Dr. Robert Butera. Bob is the founder of The YogaLife Institute. His Classical Yoga roots are from direct study at The Yoga Institute of Mumbai. He holds a Masters in Divinity from the Earlham School of Religion and a Ph.D. in Yoga Philosophy & Psychology from the California Institute of I…

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Season 2, Episode 22: Morgan Myles 38:34

2+ y ago38:34

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You know Nashville singer-songwriter Morgan Myles as an artist from the current season of The Voice. Get to know the person behind the music and learn about her story on this episode of Back to Life. During our conversation, Myles shares some of the inspiration behind her original songs, which display themes of strength, perseverance and empowermen…

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Season 2, Episode 21: Rory Vaden 41:58

2+ y ago41:58

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During this episode, Danny sat down with his friend and New York Times bestselling author Rory Vaden. Rory's valuable insights have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNN, Entrepreneur, Inc, on Fox News national television and in several other major media outlets. Rory is a world-renowned speaker and the Co-Founder of Brand Builders …

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Season 2, Episode 20: Dr. Justin Moseley 33:27

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How a brush with death inspired one man to take a serious look as his life. Welcome to another episode of Back to Life: Stories of Resilience. I am excited to introduce my podcast guest, Dr. Justin Moseley. Dr. Moseley is known as the “Mindset Doctor”, and is a former chiropractor, turned international speaker and coach. He and his wife co-founded …

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Season 2, Episode 19: Pat Chambers 38:13

3y ago38:13

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If you’ve ever found yourself in a place of serious struggle, then this Back to Life podcast episode is one you should listen to ! My guest, Pat Chambers, is the head men’s basketball coach for Florida Gulf Coast University. You might know Pat from his years coaching at Villanova, Boston University and then Penn State where he was at for almost 10 …