Best James Timmons Podcasts (2025)

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AI Agents in Action: Real-World Applications and Top Misconceptions Debunked 39:03

2d ago39:03

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In this deep-dive conversation, Isaac Heller (CEO, Trullion) and Shlomo Agishtein (Director of AI, Trullion) share how AI is reshaping the future of finance and accounting. From their origin stories to the development of Trulli, Trullion’s domain-specific AI, they break down what AI agents can really do, and what’s just hype. You’ll learn: How Trul…

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Beauty From Ashes: Finding Strength in Scars with Danette Haag 57:49

3d ago57:49

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Send us a text What happens when your life changes in an instant—and your reflection no longer matches who you used to be? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Danette Burzlaff-Haag, a trauma survivor, award-winning speaker, RN, mindset coach, and the first severely scarred woman to win a state beauty pageant title as Mrs. Colorado 2021. At j…

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New State, New Start: James’ Leap to Tennessee 45:46

11d ago45:46

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Send us a text Keilani and James dive into the chaos, comedy, and cross-country logistics of James’s big move to Tennessee. From last-minute packing disasters to U-Haul adventures and emotional goodbyes, nothing is off the table. The duo unpacks what it’s like to leave behind the known, take a leap of faith, and start fresh in the South. Buy Us a C…

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119 One Wave Is Enough: The Surfer’s Guide to Managing Expectations 5:37

16d ago5:37

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Have you ever let a disappointing surf forecast or wavecount expectations ruin your entire session before even paddling out? We often walk into the surf with expectations shaped by forecasts or past sessions—and when reality doesn't match, it kills the joy. This episode dives into a simple mindset shift that can reduce frustration and increase your…

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Rooted in Wisdom: A Doctor's Journey into Holistic Healing 55:50

18d ago55:50

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Colantonio, a trailblazing integrative physician who blends the wisdom of folk medicine with the tools of modern science. From her early days in conventional medicine to her transformative shift into holistic healing, Dr. Colantonio shares how herbalism, mindfulness, and ke…

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Lease Accounting in Transition 49:18

25d ago49:18

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Matt Waters unpacks the key insights from the 2025 Lease Accounting Outlook report, offering expert predictions on the future of compliance, technology, and regulatory change. Listen to Matt's podcast The Lease Report. Special Guest: Matt Waters.By Financial Executives International

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Sitting with Intention: Psychedelic Harm Reduction with the Zendo Project 29:03

25d ago29:03

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Send us a text Keilani sits down with Chelsea Rose Pires, MA, LMFT — a licensed therapist and founding director of Zendo Project — to explore the transformative power of trauma-informed care, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and holding space for healing in non-traditional settings. With warmth and deep insight, Chelsea shares her journey, the mission…

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118 Joel Timmons on Surfing, Songwriting, and Soulful Journeys

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Joel Timmons on Surfing, Songwriting, and Soulful Journeys If you’ve ever found yourself seeking balance between creativity and passion, or wondering how to turn life's challenges into powerful art, this episode is your invitation to explore that path. Joel Timmons, musician and lifelong surfer, shares how his emotional songwriting and connection t…

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118 Joel Timmons on Surfing, Songwriting, and Soulful Journeys 59:18

30d ago59:18

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If you’ve ever found yourself seeking balance between creativity and passion, or wondering how to turn life's challenges into powerful art, this episode is your invitation to explore that path. Joel Timmons, musician and lifelong surfer, shares how his emotional songwriting and connection to the ocean fuel each other—and how vulnerability, self-wor…

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Turn the CSRD delay into a strategic business win. Learn what steps you need to take 33:43

1M ago33:43

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In this episode, we’re diving into the fast-changing world of global ESG reporting and regulation. FERF’s Managing Director of research, Dillon Papenfuss, sits down with Kevin O’Connell, PwC Sustainability Assurance Services Leader, to break down the latest EU sustainability proposals—including the two-year delay to CSRD reporting—and what it all m…

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Trauma and Ecstasy: Healing the Hidden Wounds with Alex Abraham 54:37

1M ago54:37

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Send us a text In this moving conversation, Alex Abraham — author of Trauma and Ecstasy — shares his courageous journey of healing from childhood sexual trauma and chronic pain. After traditional medicine failed to explain his symptoms, Alex turned toward psychedelics as a tool for deep emotional and physical healing. Together, we explore: How hidd…

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Avoiding the Trap of AI Washing 52:34

1M ago52:34

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This episode explores key considerations for AI-related SEC disclosures, including how companies can avoid regulatory pitfalls, tailor risk disclosures to their specific AI applications, and enhance board oversight of AI adoption. Special Guests: Ryan Adams and Scott Lesmes.By Financial Executives International

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Transitions of Life (and Tangents): One Final Studio Session 35:45

1M ago35:45

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Send us a text In this episode, James and Keilani set out to explore the topic of life transitions—but as usual, they take a few delightfully dysfunctional detours. With James preparing for a big move, the conversation turns into a mix of heartfelt reflections, last-minute chaos, and one final in-studio hang filled with laughs, love, and the kind o…

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117 Surf Every Day: How DJ Morris Found Flow in Winter Waves

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What happens when a lifelong connection to the ocean turns into a mission to surf every single day through winter? Whether you're a surfer, an ocean lover, or someone chasing consistency in your passions, this episode dives deep into the transformative power of daily dedication and the personal growth that comes from truly connecting with the ocean…

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116 Maggie Dent - Parenting Boys with Backbone, Heart and Surfboards.

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Are you raising boys and wondering how to guide them through risk, resilience, and real conversations—without losing your mind or your connection with them? Navigating the journey from boyhood to manhood can feel like walking a tightrope—especially in today’s digital, high-pressure world. This episode offers a refreshing, deeply insightful look int…

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117 Surf Every Day: How DJ Morris Found Flow in Winter Waves 29:54

1M ago29:54

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What happens when a lifelong connection to the ocean turns into a mission to surf every single day through winter? Whether you're a surfer, an ocean lover, or someone chasing consistency in your passions, this episode dives deep into the transformative power of daily dedication and the personal growth that comes from truly connecting with the ocean…

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XBRL is Dead 40:40

2M ago40:40

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Discover why finance professionals have been disappointed by generative AI in the past, how they are leveraging unstructured data today, why this landscape is shifting, and how to capitalize on a new paradigm. Special Guest: Kris Bennatti.By Financial Executives International

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Confessions of a Cheater: Why Do People Cheat? 30:48

2M ago30:48

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Send us a text In this raw and redemptive episode of Keilani sits down with James for an unflinching conversation about a chapter of his past that changed everything: his infidelity. With Keilani’s signature blend of compassion and curiosity, the two dive deep into the emotional and psychological terrain of betrayal—what led James to cheat, how it …

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116 Maggie Dent - Parenting Boys With Backbone, Heart And Surfboards 56:31

2M ago56:31

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Are you raising boys and wondering how to guide them through risk, resilience, and real conversations—without losing your mind or your connection with them? Navigating the journey from boyhood to manhood can feel like walking a tightrope—especially in today’s digital, high-pressure world. This episode offers a refreshing, deeply insightful look int…

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CPAs, licensing, and the cost-benefit of the 150-Hour Rule with Dr. Edward Timmons of West Virginia University 33:19

2M ago33:19

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Over the past several years, the debate around the 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure has centered on the need to streamline the accounting talent pipeline. But behind that discussion lies a broader, more ideological narrative—one that has been building over the past two decades—about the role of occupational licensing in general, and the CPA l…

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Quieting the Storm Within with J. Ashley T. Booth, LCSW, MS 37:34

2M ago37:34

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Send us a text J. Ashley T. Booth, LCSW, MS, MA is an IFS therapist, educator, and former MAPS therapist specializing in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. With a background in mental health, integration work, and self-inquiry practices, she brings a unique and compassionate perspective to parts work. Ashley’s mission is to make IFS approachable a…

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115 Handling Aggressive Surfers: Surf Coaching Tactics for Confidence, Respect & More Waves

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Have you ever been snaked, dropped in on, or steamrolled by an aggressive surfer who seems to think they own the ocean? Find it hard to deal with localism? Navigating the lineup isn't just about catching waves—it's about dealing with egos, entitlement, and sometimes flat-out intimidation. If you’ve ever felt powerless or frustrated by alpha surfers…

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115 Handling Aggressive Surfers: Surf Coaching Tactics for Confidence, Respect & More Waves 8:23

2M ago8:23

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Have you ever been snaked, dropped in on, or steamrolled by an aggressive surfer who seems to think they own the ocean? Find it hard to deal with localism? Navigating the lineup isn't just about catching waves—it's about dealing with egos, entitlement, and sometimes flat-out intimidation. If you’ve ever felt powerless or frustrated by alpha surfers…

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Trade, trust and battling fraud with Allianz Trade America’s James Daly 29:09

2M ago29:09

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With trade and tariffs top of mind for many corporations, we thought it was the perfect time to get insight from a professional who’s spent more than two decades in the field. In this episode of the FEI Weekly Podcast, we speak with James Daly, the outgoing CEO of Allianz Trade Americas, a leader in trade credit insurance. Daly, who is retiring aft…

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Mindscapes Unveiled: Dr. Amanda Downey on Psychedelic Therapy and Healing 55:51

2M ago55:51

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Send us a text Keilani interviews Dr. Amanda Downey, the Assistant Medical Director of UCSF’s Eating Disorder and Translational Psychedelic Research Programs, as well as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry. Dr. Downey shares her expert insights on the evolving role of psychedelic therapy in mental health, discussing groundbreaking r…

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114 The Surfing Copywriter: How Passion and Strategy Can Power Your Surf Business

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What happens when a lifelong surfer ditches big-name fashion brands to carve out a niche as the go-to copywriter for the surf industry? If you're a surf business owner juggling content, marketing, and your next session in the water, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how surfer and copywriter Lachlan Campbell turned his passion for surfing int…

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114 The Surfing Copywriter: How Passion and Strategy Can Power Your Surf Business 41:43

2M ago41:43

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What happens when a lifelong surfer ditches big-name fashion brands to carve out a niche as the go-to copywriter for the surf industry? If you're a surf business owner juggling content, marketing, and your next session in the water, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how surfer and copywriter Lachlan Campbell turned his passion for surfing int…

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113 How To Surf Bigger Waves + A Guide To Surfing Big Waves

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Are you drawn to bigger waves but unsure how to prepare for them—physically, mentally, and emotionally? In this solo episode, host Michael Frampton takes you behind the scenes of his first big wave experience—a 4.5-meter swell at an outer reef—and breaks down exactly what it took to be ready. If you’ve ever fantasized about chasing bigger sets but …

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112 Mastering the Hardest Part of Surfing: Surf More Waves with Confidence

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Struggling to catch more waves and improve your takeoff? The hardest part of surfing isn’t turning or carving—it’s everything that happens before you even stand up. But what if you could master that crucial phase? Most self-taught surfers hit a frustrating plateau because they don’t fully understand wave reading, efficient paddling, or seamless pop…

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113 How To Surf Bigger Waves + A Guide To Surfing Big Waves 6:46

2M ago6:46

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Ever wonder what it really takes to paddle into Big waves and come out the other side stronger? If you’ve ever dreamed of pushing your limits in the surf but felt held back by fear, lack of preparation, or not knowing where to start—this episode offers a firsthand roadmap for transforming your surf game. Whether you're stuck at head-high or eyeing …

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AI in finance: making your job easier and more enjoyable 20:26

2M ago20:26

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Ayan Adam. We talk about Microsoft's role in integrating AI into finance and supply chain management, particularly through its Copilot tool. To learn more about impact of AI on financial and accounting governance and on workforce dynamics, register for FEI’s virtual conference AI in Finance and Accounting 2025: Managing Governance, Adapting the Wor…

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S3:E1 - Enneagram 101: Unlocking Personalities 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Send us a text Season 3 of Delightfully Dysfunctional kicks off with a deep dive into the Enneagram! Keilani puts James in the hot seat to uncover his personality type—will he be a bold Challenger, a deep-thinking Investigator, or something totally unexpected? We break down what the Enneagram reveals about relationships, self-awareness, and those d…

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112: Mastering the Hardest Part of Surfing: Surf More Waves with Confidence 6:12

2M ago6:12

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Struggling to catch more waves and improve your takeoff? The hardest part of surfing isn’t turning or carving—it’s everything that happens before you even stand up. But what if you could master that crucial phase? Most self-taught surfers hit a frustrating plateau because they don’t fully understand wave reading, efficient paddling, or seamless pop…

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Crypto payments and security basics for financial executives, part 2 with Dr. Suzanne Morsfield 35:55

2M ago35:55

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In part one of our conversation with Dr. Suzanne Morsfield, we explored the fast-changing crypto regulatory landscape. Now, in part two of this FEI Weekly Podcast series, we turn to crypto payments—a growing focus for businesses as customers demand alternatives to cash and ACH. With stablecoins, CBDCs, and blockchain-based payments gaining traction…

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111 Surfing, Philosophy & the Search for Meaning: Longevity & Adventure with Aaron James

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Has surfing started to feel more like a grind than a joy? What if the answer isn’t better waves or sharper turns—but a new philosophy? In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, philosopher and lifelong surfer Aaron James shares why he abandoned performance-based surfing in favor of adventure surfing—and how that shift brought back the jo…

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111 Surfing, Philosophy & the Search for Meaning: Longevity & Adventure with Aaron James 1:34:05

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What if the key to how to surf better wasn’t just in technique, but in how you think about the sport? Whether you’re a beginner surfer learning the pop-up on a surfboard, a traveling surfer chasing bigger waves, or a weekend warrior looking to refine your surf positioning, your mindset shapes your experience in the water. In this episode, host Mich…

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Crypto's pick your coin, pick your own accounting adeventure with Dr. Suzanne Morsfield 38:28

3M ago38:28

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Despite their volatility and recent price decline, it’s hard to ignore the role of cryptocurrencies in today’s financial landscape. More importantly, it’s almost impossible to overlook them given the current administration’s focus on establishing a more favorable regulatory, accounting, and market framework—allowing institutional players to enter t…

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What will be your leadership legacy? 36:17

3M ago36:17

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ICONS: Women of Note 2025 speaker Dr. Sarah Skidmore shares insights on the key differences between leadership and management, the importance of intentional time management, and how finance professionals can develop their leadership voice beyond operational oversight. Special Guest: Dr. Sarah Skidmore.…

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PCAOB's enforcement past and its unknown future with Cornerstone’s Jean-Philippe Poissant and Russell Molter 29:55

3M ago29:55

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With ongoing changes in Washington, D.C.—including shifts in staffing and resources at some of the largest government agencies—financial executives are particularly focused on the future of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). However, unlike other agencies, the new administration has yet to reveal any plans for change. Still, we …

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110: 3 Unconventional Surfing Tips To Catch More Waves and Learn Fast

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Are you still struggling to catch waves—even after months of trying? What if the problem isn’t you, but the technique you were taught? In this episode, surf coach Michael Frampton breaks down the three unconventional, yet game-changing, tips that helped a frustrated beginner surfer finally start catching waves—without paddling, without stress, and …

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110: 3 Unconventional Surfing Tips To Catch More Waves and Learn Fast 8:16

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Surfing Tips for Beginners: The #1 Technique to Catch More Waves Instantly Join the Wave Catching Academy: https://learn.surfmastery.com/wave-catching-academy-1 Jason struggled to catch waves despite three months of experience. Most surf schools overcomplicate the learning process. The key to catching waves is matching their speed, not paddling har…

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109 How to Catch More Waves and Abolish Surfing Shame

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Do you struggle to catch small waves, feel ashamed in the lineup, or question your surfing ability when no one else seems to miss a wave? In this powerful solo episode, surf coach Michael Frampton shares the humbling (and transformative) story of how missing perfect waist-high waves drove him to uncover the real secrets of wave catching. Whether yo…

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109 How to Catch More Waves and Abolish Surfing Shame 21:13

3M ago21:13

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https://learn.surfmastery.com/wave-catching-academy-1 If you've ever felt frustration, shame, or disappointment from missing waves, this episode provides actionable drills and insights to help you surf with more confidence and consistency. 3 key techniques that can help surfers at all levels improve their wave-catching ability: Mastering timing, ov…

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108 Catching Waves - The Foundation Of Good Surfing

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Is your biggest frustration in surfing simply not catching enough waves? You’re not alone—and it’s more fixable than you think. In this solo episode, surf coach Michael Frampton shares the raw truth behind why catching waves is the foundation of great surfing—and how most people are doing it wrong. From surf anxiety to breakthroughs, this episode i…

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108 Catching Waves - The Foundation of Good Surfing 8:14

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https://learn.surfmastery.com/wave-catching-academy-1 https://surfmastery.com Catching Waves: From Surfing Anxiety and shame, to Confident Rides In this episode of the Surf Mastery Podcast, the host reveals his transformative journey in surfing—from struggling with how to surf to mastering techniques that allow him to catch more waves, even in chal…

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Never let your network go stale with Moody's Caroline Sullivan 27:29

3M ago27:29

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As FEI prepares for its annual ICONS: Women of Note conference next month, the podcast revisits one of its most popular episodes featuring Moody's Caroline Sullivan, who discusses how networking took her career to the next level. Join ICONS: Women of Note 2025 (Hybrid Event). Special Guest: Caroline Sullivan. Sponsored By: Trullion…

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Milestones, Gratitude, and Self Care Rested 8:40

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Send us a text Hey, Delightful Humans! We’ve hit some amazing milestones together, and we can’t thank you enough for all the love and support. But here’s the thing—we have to practice what we preach! So, we’re taking a one-month break to rest, recharge, and come back even stronger. In this short and sweet 8-minute episode, we're sharing five quick …

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Episode 100: Memorable Milestones & Meaningful Moments 36:33

4M ago36:33

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Send us a text We can’t believe we made it to 100 episodes! In this special milestone episode, we sit down to reflect on the wild, beautiful, and downright messy journey of Delightfully Dysfunctional. From our very first recording (where we had no clue what we were doing) to unforgettable guests, deep conversations, and moments that changed us—we'r…

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107 The Parallels of Surfing and Golf: Tiffany Joh’s Insights on Golf, Surfing, and Finding Flow

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What can surfing teach us about golf? - What can golf teach us about surfing? How does a former LPGA pro balance technique with pure joy in both sports? Whether you're chasing consistency in golf, mastering the perfect wave, or just trying to stay calm under pressure, Tiffany Joh’s story offers a fresh perspective on finding balance between intensi…

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107 The Parallels of Surfing and Golf: Tiffany Joh’s Insights on Golf, Surfing, and Finding Flow 48:24

4M ago48:24

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What can surfing teach us about golf? - What can golf teach us about surfing? How does a former LPGA pro balance technique with pure joy in both sports? This episode features Tiffany Joh, a retired professional golfer and current coach, sharing her journey from golf to surfing and drawing parallels between the two sports. Tiffany discusses her late…

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