Best Mari Wagner Podcasts (2025)

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Coaching with Sarah: Letting Go of Shame from Failing to Meet Unrealistic Expectations 44:56

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You deserve to feel whole again. Sarah Vosen’s coaching can help you get there—start here: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Admitting you’re burnt out can feel like failure, but as Heather learns in this live coaching session, it’s actually the first brave step toward freedom. In this coaching conversation, she opens up about the shame of slowing d…

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Nevada: The Well-Worn Path | Episode 83 39:49

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〰️ 🌳 🧬 〰️ 🎧 Ready to discover more stories that could transform your family connections? Subscribe to 'Stories That Live In Us' wherever you get your podcasts, and leave a review to help other families find their path to deeper connection through family history. Together, we're building a community of families committed to preserving and sharing th…

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73: The 5 Secrets to Deeper Marital Unity 1:02:31

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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Right-Wing Radicalization in a Fractured America with Beth Macy 49:45

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We’ve seen a growing political and ideological divide between urban and rural populations in America. What has happened in Urbana, Ohio is a case study in how politics can shake a town to its core. Beth Macy is the author of “Paper Girl: A Memoir of Home and Family in a Fractured America.” She joins WITHpod to discuss how Urbana has changed from th…

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#straightwithcait: What PT Taught Me About Burnout Recovery 9:59

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Burnout recovery isn’t about doing more—it’s about finding the right help. Begin here: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Burnout convinces you that rest should be enough, and when it isn’t, you assume you’re broken. In this #straightfromcait episode, Cait shares how a shoulder injury revealed a missing step in her own recovery process. Two months of…

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Nebraska: Connecting to the Land Through Stories (with Greg Wagner) 40:51

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When Greg Wagner's great-great-grandmother made her dying wish to be buried not in a cemetery but beneath an oak tree on their Nebraska homestead, she planted more than roots in the soil. Greg is a sixth-generation Nebraskan whose family has maintained the same land for 158 years through blizzards, armed robberies, and economic crashes. As someone …

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72: An Honest Conversation About Intimacy and Sex in Marriage | Ellen Holloway 54:30

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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‘Life After Cars’ with Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon 1:05:21

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Cars play such a big part in contemporary life. But why? And to what effect? Our guests this week point out that it's an incredible moment to rethink our relationship to cars. Sarah Goodyear and Doug Gordon are the co-hosts of the “War on Cars” podcast and the authors, along with Aaron Naparstek, of “Life After Cars: Freeing Ourselves from the Tyra…

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Will Robins: How PGA Science Helps You Recover from Burnout 53:50

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Sometimes the next step is simply asking for help. Sarah Vosen is here to guide you through it: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Burnout hides best inside people who love their work so much they don’t notice it draining the life out of them. PGA coach and RGX founder Will Robins joins Cait to unpack how devotion to service can turn into slow-motion…

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Colorado: Braving the Wild Frontier (with Chris Trainor) | Episode 81 30:24

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Preview of “The Blueprint” Season 2 6:51

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Jen Psaki is on a mission to show us how the Democratic party can use this political moment to fight and win again. On Season 2 of her podcast, “The Blueprint,” she interviews the people reshaping the party, starting with Texas Congressman Greg Casar, Chair of the Progressive Caucus. The first two episodes of “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki” are avai…

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Learn Something Everyday 35:23

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In this first episode of our Legends in the Making series, we sit down with Alli Julian — a young cowgirl with grit, heart, and a drive to keep learning every single day. She shares her journey in rodeo, what keeps her motivated, and the lessons she’s picked up along the way. 🎧 This video contains music from Shutterstock, licensed by the Splice vid…

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71: Your God-Given Gifts: What Charisms Are and How to Use Them to Build Up the Church | Jill Simons 52:29

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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The Militarization of American Cities Under Trump with Mary McCord 58:45

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On October 8, 2025, President Trump deployed the Texas National Guard to the Chicago area – marking yet another instance of military force being used domestically under his leadership. This follows earlier deployments of federal troops to states like California and Oregon. These actions point to a deeply troubling pattern: the use of U.S. military …

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Coaching with Sarah: How to Manage The Panic of Not Being Able to Control All The Things 41:18

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Sometimes the bravest step is reaching out. Support is waiting for you here: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Control shows up early in Christy’s story — first as protection, then as identity, and eventually as exhaustion. She has spent years anticipating other people’s needs, convinced that staying ahead of every outcome would keep things safe. In…

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North Dakota: Creating Community (with Sarah Walker) | Episode 80 36:11

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When Sarah Walker's grandfather checked his mail one last day before leaving for World War I, he discovered a neighbor had intervened to keep him home—a bachelor farmer needed on the home front. That single act of community support changed everything. Sarah Walker, Head of Reference Services at the North Dakota State Archives, shares her grandfathe…

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70: Thinking About Leading a Bible Study (or Already Are)? Here’s What You Need to Know! 48:44

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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How Autism Became Political with Richard Grinker 55:17

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In the Trump-era, and within the public health narrative shaped by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a debunked but persistent myth has taken hold: that infant vaccinations cause autism. Despite overwhelming scientific evidence disproving this claim, the narrative remains central to anti-vaccine rhetoric. Professor Richard Grinker, a cultural anthropologist a…

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Coaching with Sarah: How to Calm Your Mind When You're Overwhelmed and Feeling Stuck 50:05

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The right support changes everything. Our Director of Coaching, Sarah Vosen, combines expertise and compassion to walk beside you: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Burnout recovery gets complicated as Sarah sits down with Janine, an anonymous guest who is more than halfway through medical leave but still unable to rest. She loves her team and takes…

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South Dakota: Finding the Girl in the Middle (with Marni Sandweiss) 42:33

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When historian Marni Sandweiss discovered an 1868 photograph of six prominent Civil War generals standing around an unnamed Indigenous girl, she couldn't let go of one haunting question: Who was she? In this episode, Princeton University Professor Emerita Martha "Marni" Sandweiss shares how she identified the child as Sophie Mousseau and uncovered …

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69: My Best Friends Girls Chat: Staying Friends After College, Long-Distance Friendships, Faith Challenges & More 1:39:48

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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The True Cost of Violence on Black Life in America with Trymaine Lee 57:19

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A few years ago, MSNBC contributor and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Trymaine Lee, though healthy and only 38, nearly died of a heart attack. That experience forced him to confront the multitude of factors that almost killed him. In his new book, “A Thousand Ways to Die: The True Cost of Violence on Black Life in America,” he discusses the weig…

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Barry Goldstein: Lower Anxiety and Reconnect With Yourself Through Music 1:04:33

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Your energy and well-being are worth investing in. Explore what recovery could look like for you: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Grammy Award–winning producer Barry Goldstein joins Cait Donovan to explore burnout and the healing power of music. Barry shares how chasing success in New York’s music scene drained the joy from his craft - until he be…

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Montana: Love, Loss, and Everything In-Between (with Mary Anne Mercer) | Episode 78 36:35

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💕 When Mary Anne Mercer discovered her great-grandmother's diary in a trunk that had sat untouched since 1915, she knew she had found something extraordinary. Mary Anne, an accomplished author and former international health expert who worked in Nepal and Africa, returned to her Montana ranching roots to uncover a remarkable love story. Through a c…

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68: Living Life To The Full In a Season of Singleness | Mackenzie Hunter @acaffinatedcatholic 52:28

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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The Electricity Crisis with Costa Samaras 56:13

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The rise of AI and the development of more data centers continues to increase the need for more electricity. The electrical grid in the United States is subject to more demands than ever before. At the same time, electricity costs are not decreasing. Climate, energy and emerging tech expert Costa Samaras points out that all of this is rapidly leadi…

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Emily Slachetka: The Pros of Not Waiting Until You are Fried Crispy to Get Help 52:25

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You don’t have to walk this road alone. https://caitdonovan.com/coaching connects you with Sarah Vosen, our Director of Coaching, who’s helped countless people reclaim their energy. What does burnout look like before it takes you all the way down? For Emily Slachetka, it showed up as constant overwhelm, unexpected tears, and the thought of leaving …

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Washington: Replanted Roots Now Evergreen (with Cyndi Ingle) | Episode 77 40:46

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Amberley Snyder’s Comeback | The True Story Behind Walk. Ride. Rodeo 54:26

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@AmberleySnyder story is one of grit, grace, and unshakable faith. From starting rodeo at just 7 years old to becoming a professional barrel racer, her life took a drastic turn after a tragic car accident at 18 left her paralyzed from the waist down. Refusing to let that stop her, Amberley fought her way back into the arena with determination, cour…

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67: WE BACK BABY! Summer Break and Exciting New Updates! 30:41

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Join our BRAND NEW Kingdom Club on Patreon! Members get exclusive perks such as: 🕊Live monthly Bible Study group led by Mari 🎙Post-show After-Party Q&A Access with Mari & Trey 💬 Only Kingdom Club members get to submit questions for weekly Q&A's 🤗 Join a private community of like-minded women trying to live Christ-centered lives 🎥 Watch the podcast,…

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"Tomorrow Is Yesterday" with Robert Malley and Hussein Agha 57:42

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On September 9, 2025, Israel Defense Forces struck inside Doha targeting members of the Hamas negotiating team. With the Israeli government appearing to reject any ceasefire despite the remaining hostages in Gaza, urgent questions emerge about the future of millions of Palestinians. Amid the crisis, a new book offers some clarity and context: "Tomo…

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Mita Mallick: Could Your Boss Be the Real Reason You’re Burnt Out? 42:12

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Burnout isn’t the end of your story. With Sarah Vosen’s guidance, recovery becomes not just possible—but sustainable. Learn more: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Toxic bosses don’t only wear people down, they spark the very burnout cycles that drain whole teams. Cait Donovan talks with author and changemaker Mita Mallick about the damage bad leade…

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Idaho: Unboxing Gems of the Past (with Jen Iverson) | Episode 76 35:03

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🎵 When Jen Iverson said "What I wouldn't give to hear Grandpa's music again," she had no idea what she was about to discover just two days later. Join me as Jen Iverson, a Gen X mom and passionate family historian, shares an incredible story of musical discovery that transformed her family's connection to their Idaho heritage. We explore her great-…

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From Oyster Farming to Running for Senate with Graham Platner 50:55

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Campaigns for the 2026 midterm elections are officially kicking off and candidates are starting to roll out their intro bios and platforms. One ad in particular, went viral online. It featured Graham Platner, a marine and army veteran and oyster farmer. He’s running for U.S. Senate in Maine to unseat five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins. He j…

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Jerry Colonna: The Question That Changed How I See Burnout Forever 52:06

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Healing happens faster with guidance. Give yourself permission to ask for and receive help: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching. Burnout shows up in many ways, but at its core it often signals a life out of alignment. Cait Donovan sits down with executive coach and author Jerry Colonna to explore what happens when outward success hides an inner collap…

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Wyoming: Tumbleweed Ties That Bind (with Lindy Nielsen) | Episode 75 49:04

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Protests, Political Violence and Its Alternatives with Erica Chenoweth 57:59

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We are resharing this episode, which originally published on May 6th, 2025. You’ve probably seen footage or photos of people protesting the Trump regime. Some data suggests that the volume of protestors is higher than in Trump’s first term. But at the same time, you might be wondering if we’re seeing enough civil resistance to preserve American dem…

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Coaching with Sarah: Get your Inner Critic Out of the Driver’s Seat 56:37

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You don’t have to carry burnout alone. The right support can help you breathe again—start here: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching Burnout recovery gets real as Sarah Vosen sits down with an anonymous guest who feels trapped by perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the voice of an inner critic that makes self-compassion feel out of reach. In this episo…

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Cowboying for Christ: The Trey Johnson Story 1:01:44

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Step into the arena with Trey Johnson, a true cowboy who’s as well known for sharing God’s Word as he is for his time in the rodeo. In this episode of The Ramblin’ Rodeo Podcast, Trey opens up about his journey as a Christian cowboy, the lessons he’s learned in and out of the arena, and the message of hope that drives him to keep going no matter wh…

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Utah: Walking Where They Walked (with Michelle Ercanbrack) | Episode 74 50:04

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When Michelle Ercanbrack volunteered for a Mormon pioneer trek, she thought she'd be helping teenagers learn history. What she discovered instead was a missing piece of her own family story that had been hiding in plain sight for decades. Michelle, a BYU family history program graduate and former Ancestry researcher who worked on television shows l…

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'Here Comes The Sun' with Bill McKibben 54:17

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Amid all of the political turmoil and global crises, one source of hope stands out: our ability to power modern life with zero emissions. Scientists warn that to limit global warming, emissions need to be cut significantly in the coming years to reach net-zero by mid-century. Bill McKibben, founder of climate justice organization 350.org and Third …

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Dr. Jen Wagner: Canyon Ranch Burnout Retreats Fall 2025 38:26

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Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout reaches far beyond the office, touching every layer of health, purpose, and identity, and Dr. Jen Wagner joins Cait Donovan to uncover what true recovery really l…

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Oklahoma: Two Genealogists and a DNA Match (with Nicka Sewell-Smith) | Episode 73 34:21

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〰️ 🌳 🧬 〰️ 🎧 Ready to discover more stories that could transform your family connections? Subscribe to 'Stories That Live In Us' wherever you get your podcasts, and leave a review to help other families find their path to deeper connection through family history. Together, we're building a community of families committed to preserving and sharing th…

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Unpacking the US-China Trade War with Bill Bishop 57:29

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When President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on all Chinese imports, China retaliated back with tariffs of its own. Since February 2025, the US and China have engaged in a renewed trade war – and to this day, no agreement is in sight. Bill Bishop, a China expert and former media executive with more than a decade experience living and working in …

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#straightfromcait: How Long Does Burnout Recovery Take 9:45

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Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout recovery takes more than waiting for time to pass. It asks you to examine who you’ve been, who you want to be, and what kind of life will truly sustain you. In th…

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New Mexico: Centuries of Stories (with Stephen Torres) | Episode 72 24:55

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When Stephen Torres's grandfather told him "one of your forefathers was the first European to set foot on New World soil," young Stephen was skeptical—until his college history research revealed a truth that changed everything. Stephen shares what it means to have 400 years of unbroken family history in New Mexico's Taos Valley. From growing up wit…

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Baltimore's Violent Crime Perception vs. Reality with Mayor Scott 51:10

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This week, President Trump called Baltimore “so far gone” amid the deployment of the National Guard in DC. In reality, Baltimore has seen record low rates of violent crime the past few years. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott joins WITHpod to talk about the perception versus reality for crime stats in in Baltimore, the city’s Comprehensive Violence Pre…

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Burnout Recovery Exercise: Worst Case Scenario 12:34

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Burnout Recovery works better with support. UNFRIED is our small group (5 people max!) coaching program to help guide you through your recovery. Apply now! [http://bit.ly/unfried] Burnout can make every decision feel impossible. When you’re stuck in fear and second-guessing everything, how are you supposed to move forward in a way that actually fee…

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Arizona: Hidden Gifts of Healing (with Lisa Louise Cooke | Episode 71 46:21

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When Lisa Louise Cooke walked into her estranged grandmother's house in Arizona, she had no idea she was about to discover the key to healing a decades-old family rift. Lisa Louise, host of the long-running Genealogy Gems podcast, shares how following an unexpected inner voice led to finding a hidden quilt that would transform her relationship with…

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'Not My Type' with E. Jean Carroll 50:51

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Author and journalist E. Jean Carroll successfully sued Donald Trump in two civil suits, one for sexual abuse and another for defamation. The two suits resulted in a total of $88.3 million in damages awarded to Carroll, both of which are under appeal. She has written five books including her latest, “Not My Type: One Woman vs. a President." She joi…