Best Lara Burns Podcasts (2025)

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147 - From Languages to Ops Leadership: Emily Nguema on Ambiguity, Influence & Growth 31:33

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Text us your questions and thoughts! Sometimes the fastest way to grow your influence isn’t chasing a bigger title, it’s expanding your understanding of how the business actually works. In this episode, we sit down with Emily Nguema, Senior Manager, Commercial Operations at Relay Technologies, to unpack her non-linear journey from studying language…

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Scott Chaplain | Episode 93 1:17:15

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Scott Chaplain wanted to be a fat nerd as a kid, but turns out he's actually too cool and has some funny stuff to say! He's in the Mad House this week and discusses running a 5K as a woman, having a piece of the World Trade Center, why he thought doing comedy would be like a Disney Channel original movie, and more! Call the FUPA Hotline: (347) 480-…

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Bipolar Advantage in Leadership & Turnarounds with Todd Hagopian 28:34

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In this Inner Peace, Better Health episode, host Charu sits down with Todd Hagopian to dissect what happens when bipolar disorder, neurodivergent thinking and high stakes corporate turnarounds collide. Todd walks through 15 years of undiagnosed bipolar, the crash that came with diagnosis, and how medication forced him to rebuild his identity as a l…

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Are Your Symptoms Spiritual Signals. Tuning In To Intuition, Consciousness And Healing? With Dr. Lenka Schulze 33:23

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In this Inner Peace, Better Health episode, host Charu sits down with medical intuitive, author and spiritual guide Dr. Lenka Schulze to unpack what it really means to listen to your soul. They break down intuition as a practical, everyday skill. Not a woo concept. Dr. Lenka explains how gut feelings, subtle inner nudges and “third eye” visions are…

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102 | Trusting God in the Middle: Believing for your Husband with Cheyanne Porter 40:02

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Today we’re kicking off a brand-new mini-series all about trusting God in the middle — those in-between seasons where the promise hasn’t fully come to pass, the prayers feel long, and yet we choose to believe anyway. In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by my dear friend Cheyanne, who vulnerably opens up about her ongoing journey of believing…

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How Can You Stay Calm Around Stressful People Without Burning Out? with Matthew Dickson 26:47

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Sayan sits down with global mental health advocate Matthew Dickson, founder of Mind Aid , to unpack what most of us never name but feel every day. people stress. Not deadlines. Not to-do lists. The emotional load that comes from tone, expectations, conflict, and just being around the wrong person …

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Can Awakening Happen In A Trailer Park. Moving From Fear To Joy With Angel Numbers And Everyday Magic ? With Lara Luna 23:19

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Sayan sits down with Lara Luna, author, storyteller and host of the Trailer Park Angel podcast, to unpack what spiritual awakening really looks like when life is messy, ordinary and nowhere near “perfect”. Lara shares how years of burnout, emotional pain and questioning her purpose pushed her into…

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Episode 23: Unfathomable Hate 46:29

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Head of Terrorism Research Lara Burns spoke with Dr. Cochav Elkayem-Levy who heads a Civil Commission that investigates and documents the sexual torture and atrocities committed by Hamas on October 7, 2023. In that investigative and archiving process, Dr. Elkayem-Levy and her team, along with other scholars around the world, discovered a new form o…

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Brendan Sagalow | Episode 92 59:37

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Brendan Sagalow reveals his top five favorite sodas and you guys, the list. is. shocking!! We always love when Brendan pulls through -- he's basically Mad House family at this point! Besides soda, he and Maddy discuss watching train rides on YouTube (always a crowd pleaser), late night eating, walk-up songs for comedy gigs, and more!! And be sure t…

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101 | Finding Clarity, Calling, and Confidence Through Surrender with Stefanie Gass 32:48

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What does it look like to grow a thriving business without the hustle — one that honors God, your family, and your peace? In this powerful episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I sit down with Stefanie Gass — Christian business and podcast coach, boy mom, seven-figure CEO, and host of the top 20 globally ranked show, Online Business for Chris…

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Hearing Your True Self: Reconnecting with Who You Really Are with Kristen Crabtree 19:19

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In this powerful episode of Inner Peace: Better Health, Kristen Crabtree shares her transformative journey from feeling invisible and disconnected to living in full alignment with her authentic self. She explains why most of us live like “chameleons,” constantly adapting to external expectations, and how that adaptation slowly silences our true inn…

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Growth Through Letting Go: Mastering Mindset, Gratitude, and Authentic Well-Being with Thomas Malpass 23:13

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In this refreshing 30-minute episode, Thomas Malpass (co-host of the Unwritten Podcast) joins host Charu to explore the quiet yet transformative pillars of personal growth and wellness. From the danger of fixed mindsets to the life-changing simplicity of daily gratitude, Thomas shares how true well-being isn’t about adding more routines — it’s ofte…

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JP McDade | Episode 91 1:05:16

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Yes, the rumors are true, we're in a parasocial relationship with JP McDade and it's going really well!! It's great to have him back in the Mad House this week - Maddy fills him in on Skankfest in NOLA, JP dishes on his recent visit to ye olde SNL, and more! Plus, we make fun of some current events later in the episode, so stay tuned for that! Call…

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Can Somatic Exercises Really Help You Beat Burnout, Chronic Stress and Pain ? with Dr. Danielle Griffin 25:20

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In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we get real about burnout, chronic stress and “pushing through” pain until the body finally crashes. Dr. Danielle Griffin . tech speaker, award winning author and somatic awareness pioneer . breaks down how subtle, intentional somatic exercises can calm your nervous system, lower stress and ease chroni…

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How Do Spiritual Beliefs Shape Emotional Intelligence, Health, and Leadership? with Dr. Dorothy Martin Neville 35:35

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In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, Dr. Dorothy Martin Neville unpacks how spiritual beliefs directly shape emotional intelligence, health, and the way we lead. Raised in the housing projects of South Boston, she saw early how inner beliefs like "this is all I deserve" lock people into cycles of anxiety, depression, and illness. She brea…

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100 | When God Turns Small Steps Into Big Impact: Celebrating a Milestone 28:00

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We made it to Episode 100! And today’s milestone episode is a heartfelt celebration of God’s faithfulness, obedience, and the power of speaking life. In this special episode, I take you all the way back to the exact day I launched this podcast—how nervous and excited I felt, how unqualified I thought I was, and the unforgettable message a friend se…

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How Do You Come Back From Three Bankruptcies With Zero Regrets And A Redefined Vision Of Success? with Amynicole Ellis 19:23

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Sayan sits down with Amynicole Ellis, Human Design life consultant and founder of Fix Yourself and Flaunt It. Amy has walked through three bankruptcies and still chooses zero regrets. She breaks down how she turned financial collapse into data, not drama. We talk about releasing money shame, redef…

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Can Faith Powered Peace Really Heal Stress And Your Body Health? with Michelle Spadafora 29:43

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Michelle Spadafora, founder of Faithful Workouts, to unpack a hard truth. your body will not heal if your mind is living in chronic stress. Michelle breaks down how long term stress quietly wrecks digestion, immunity and energy, why behavior change fails when it is built on s…

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Can Timeline Therapy Really Help You Clear Deep Emotional Baggage And Heal From Within? With Melissa Deally 29:45

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In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Nazish sits down with integrative mind body health practitioner Melissa Deally, co founder of Amplify Impact Academy, to break down what Timeline Therapy actually is and how it works with the unconscious mind to release stuck emotions, trauma and limiting beliefs. Melissa walks through the role of…

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Decoding Your Soul’s Blueprint with Alexander and Viki: The Ancient Secrets Hidden in Playing Cards 16:19

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In this profound conversation, spiritual teachers Alexander Dunlop and Viki Scudiery reveal how an ordinary deck of playing cards holds an ancient mathematical system — known as The Source Cards — that maps your soul’s blueprint. Based on your birthdate, you’re dealt a unique life path of 13+ cards revealing your purpose, patterns, challenges, shad…

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What Does It Truly Mean To Matter In A World That Feels Disconnected? With John Miles 20:34

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On this episode of the Inner Peace, Better Health Podcast, we sit down with John Miles, award-winning author, visionary speaker, and founder of the Passion Struck Movement. This conversation cuts straight into the real stuff: why so many people feel invisible even while achieving more than ever, how modern culture confuses validation with true matt…

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Can hypnotherapy help autistic adults turn anxiety into inner peace? with Lawrence Bartley 22:30

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Autistic Hypnotist Lawrence Bartley breaks down how content-free hypnotherapy can quiet anxiety without rehashing trauma. We unpack imagination-based techniques, why hypnosis isn’t mind control, and how to adapt tapping when sensory sensitivities are real. If you care about practical anxiety relief, autistic-affirming tools, and science-meets-story…

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Unmasking In Real Life. How Do Breathwork, Somatics, And Mindful Presence Help You Live From Your Core. Alicia Zielinski Straub 19:39

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On Inner Peace Better Health, we get tactical about “unmasking”. Licensed Professional Counselor, meditation guide, and retreat host Alicia Zielinski Straub breaks down how over-efforting shows up in the body, why somatics plus breathwork reset the autonomic nervous system, and how to move from fear driven rigidity to grounded decision making. We t…

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Episode 22: The Unfolding of Tragedy 57:49

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In Episode 22, The Unfolding of Tragedy, we speak with a teenage boy whose mother was murdered on top of him on the morning of October 7, 2023. We then speak with Maya Roman, a feminist activist from Israel, who describes events from Kibbutz Be'eri on that day, including the kidnapping of her cousin by Hamas. At the end of the episode, we revisit s…

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Can bipolar be a spiritual awakening. Holotropic breathwork, trauma release, and real-world guardrails with Sean Blackwell 23:06

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On Inner Peace, Better Health, we pressure-test a provocative idea. Some bipolar episodes may function as spiritual emergencies that catalyze healing when handled safely. Author and facilitator Sean Blackwell unpacks holotropic breathwork, the “inner healer” field described by Stan Grof, and why he insists clients stay on prescribed medication unti…

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146 - From Intern At 40 To CS Leader with Adi Aloni 33:42

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Text us your questions and thoughts! What if the smartest move in your forties is starting over as an intern? In this episode, we sit down with Adi Aloni, Customer Success Leader, to unpack a rare kind of career resilience: going from an established career, to taking a leap into an MBA, to a humble reentry through a marketing internship, and then a…

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Ian Lara | Episode 90 1:10:30

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Ian Lara may have gotten his eyeballs pushed in by a chick, but that was one time, and he didn't even cry because he's a perfect gentleman!! Plus he's got a brand new stand up special (link below), so what better way to celebrate than in the Mad House with Maddy?! Besides personal injuries, Ian and Maddy discuss their audiences, embarrassing auditi…

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Life Mastery Through Self-Leadership, Financial Clarity, and Legacy — with Albert Butler, CPA 13:54

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we cut through noise and talk straight self-leadership. Albert Butler, CPA, author, and leadership mentor explains why your inner discipline is the engine for outer results, how financial clarity reduces stress and expands your ability to say “no,” and why legacy—not accolades—defines success. We get t…

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Chasing a Dream without a Script. What Does It Really Take to Build a Filmmaking Life with Limited Resources. Austin Hamel 13:59

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On Inner Peace Better Health, we pressure test the glossy myth of “making it” in film and get tactical about the grind. Vermont-raised filmmaker Austin Hamel breaks down loneliness on the creative path. How he shipped his indie film The Wanted to real audiences without a studio budget. And why habits like daily journaling, visualization, and ruthle…

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99 | 3 Keys to Building Real Consistency (Even When Life Gets Busy) 16:41

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As the year winds down and the holidays roll in, it’s so easy to lose momentum. Maybe you started strong this year - focused, intentional, full of faith…but somewhere along the way, life got busy. The calendar filled up, routines slipped, and now you’re tempted to say, “I’ll just start fresh in the new year.” But what if you didn’t have to wait for…

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Overcoming Addiction & Life-Interfering Behaviors with Faith and Neuroscience with Rose Ann Forte 31:45

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On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Charu talks with Rose Ann Forte—international best-selling author and creator of the Choose Freedom program—about practical, science-backed and faith-aligned strategies to quit alcohol and other life-interfering behaviors. Rose explains how reframing substances as “attractively packaged poison,” b…