Best Mike Acker Podcasts (2025)

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Chatting with comedian Mike Van Acker. From the origins of the Brisbane comedy scene to building connected communities via trivia. 1:31:15

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This week I chat with comedian Mike Van Acker and we take a trip down memory lane talking about the origins of stand up comedy in Brisbane and touring road trips. We also explore how Mike enriched his comedy career by running multiple trivia nights that keep people entertained and connected. • from open mic to headlining, the early days of stand up…

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Chatting with comedian and radio personality Stav Davidson. Celebrating 20yrs on air and the Importance of Authenticity and Mindfulness. 1:19:57

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This week I catch up with B105 breakfast radio host Stav Davidson. We chat about how he has built a 20‑year career on honesty, quick wit, and mindfulness, and why laughter still works as medicine when the world feels heavy. Stav provides a masterclass in being yourself on air and how that has contributed to his longevity. Stories range from an hono…

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A Practical Guide To Bringing More Humour and Laughter Into Your Daily Life. 28:22

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In this episode I break down why humour and laughter work differently and how self‑enhancing humour helps reduce stress and build resilience. I also offer a simple three‑step plan to help you bring more laughter into your life and the lives of those around you. • physical effects of laughter • limits of one‑size‑fits‑all comedy in research • four h…

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Chatting with comedian Ashley Fils-Aime: From bullied kid to pro comic, a story of discipline, drugs, and faith. 1:01:12

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Ash opens up about how laughter became a shield, a craft, and a calling. We chat about how laughter boosts immunity, compare cruise-ship crowds with comedy club audiences, and talk candidly about drugs, faith, and the changing face of the comedy industry. How stress harms wellbeing and why laughter matters Bullying and self-deprecating humour as ea…

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TLC PULSE 5 Global Insights: Mental Health AI Chatbots, Suicide Prevention Training for Doctors and Humour as a Protective Factor. 1:02:06

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Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide and suicide prevention. Listener discretion is advised. Insight 1 • Pressures facing Australian mental health nurses and the need for formal support beyond AI Chatbots. https://360info.org/australias-mental-health-services-are-buckling-due-to-rising-demand-staff-shortages-and-patient-violence/ • Early…

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Chatting with Suicidologist Dr Nikki Jamieson: Grief, Moral Injury, and a life dedicated to Suicide Prevention. 1:25:38

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Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide and suicide prevention. Listener discretion is advised. In this ep Mark chats with Dr Nikki Jameson—social worker, suicidologist, and founder of Moral Injury Australia—to unpack how a mother’s loss of her son Daniel to suicide ignited a national push for reform, shaped a Royal Commission, and gave peo…

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Chatting with comedian Ellen Briggs: Relationships, Rural Comedy Shows and Redifining Success. 1:47:22

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A good joke can change a room; the right night can change a town. That’s the pulse of this conversation with Ellen Briggs—mother of twins, touring comedian, and co-creator of the hit show Women Like Us. We chat about the craft behind creating an “alive silence,” and the hidden workings of a sustainable comedy career that doesn’t rely on festivals o…

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Chatting with comedian Ivan Aristeguieta: Walking the Camino, inner lives of comedians’ and Venezuela’s stand‑up origins. 1:55:54

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In this ep I catch up with Ivan Aristiguieta, award winning stand-up comedian, writer, and now he's just added acting to his already impressive CV. Originally from Venezuela, Ivan now proudly calls Australia home, and the audiences have been returning the love all around the country. Ivan talks about walking the famous Camino De Santiago, a brutal,…

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Belonging, Identity, Resilience: The hidden Mental Health Benefits of Sport. 23:09

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Sport is often sold as fitness and fun, but the deeper, quieter gift of sport is its power to bring people back into community. In this episode Mark dives into the hidden mental health superpowers of sport, from the jersey effect that sparks instant connection to the weekly rhythm of seasons that gives us structure, hope, and a reason to reach out.…

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TLC PULSE: 5 Global Insights Worth Noting 28:21

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Insight 1 Australia's National Mental Health Commission's 2024 Report Card reveals increasing financial strain affecting mental healthcare access, with one in four Australians avoiding mental health services due to cost. The proportion of Australians struggling financially has doubled in recent years. https://insightplus.mja.com.au/2025/34/insights…

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Chatting with Comedian Mick Meredith. Finding Your Medicine: Laughter, Exercise, and Mental Wellbeing 57:31

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Australian comedian Mick Meredith shares his remarkable journey through 25+ years in the comedy industry and reveals how finding the right balance in his life changed everything. Growing up influenced by his mother's joyful personality and sense of humour, Mick began his performing career in bands before transitioning to stand-up comedy. While he's…

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Transforming Your Life Through Purposeful Journaling and the WATT Framework. 23:21

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Unlock the transformative power of journaling with comedian and suicidologist Mark McConville as he explores a simple practice that's been embraced by history's greatest minds—from Marcus Aurelius to Oprah Winfrey. Drawing from personal experience and scientific research, Mark introduces the WATT Framework—What Action Taken Today—a powerful approac…

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Social Health: What is it and why it's important. 4:57

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An unexpected birthday barbecue with over 30 friends becomes a powerful reminder of the critical importance of social health alongside mental and physical wellbeing. Mark shares his personal experience of reconnecting with friends after months apart and explores how these connections provide essential emotional support, reduce loneliness, and creat…

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TLC PULSE: 5 Global Insights Worth Noting 39:51

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This first TLC Pulse Episode unpacks five developments reshaping our understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Insight 1 Laughter truly might be the best medicine according to groundbreaking research from Japan showing that just four minutes of comedy viewing can significantly reduce stress and improve focus in adults. https://bmccomplementmedt…

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Chatting with Craig Coombes. Laughter & Friendship vs A Terminal Diagnosis 1:30:16

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What would you do if doctors told you that you had just 18 months to live? For Craig Coombes, the answer came in an unexpected form. When Craig received his terminal cancer diagnosis in 2012, he made a simple yet profound decision: "Make the rest of your life the best of your life." What followed was an extraordinary journey that has defied medical…

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Community: 10 Practical ways to reduce loneliness. 8:02

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Loneliness and isolation contribute to various mental health conditions, but day-to-day community interactions can significantly improve our wellbeing. Research from Blue Zones—regions with high numbers of healthy centenarians—shows social connectedness is a primary driver for living a long, happy life. • Belonging to a community decreases loneline…

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The Laughter Clinic Intro Episode: A Comedian's Journey into Suicide Prevention 21:10

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Comedy meets science in this groundbreaking exploration of how both humor and laughter can transform mental health. Comedian and suicidologist Mark McConville takes us on a deeply personal journey that began with a profound encounter – a soldier who hadn't laughed in three years found more healing in one comedy show than years of traditional therap…

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How to Show Cultural Intelligence in Job Interviews in English 22:42

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In this episode, I welcome Clare Whitmell from the Smart English Coach Podcast back to the Express to Impress Podcast. We explore how cultural intelligence shapes job interviews with American companies. We delve into cultural maps by Erin Meyer, which unveil differences in communication styles, decision-making, and more across countries. Discover h…

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How to Focus on Your English Fluency for Confident Speaking 26:21

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Join me as I welcome special guest Clare Whitmell, an English teacher and coach with a passion for boosting language fluency and confidence. In this episode, Clare unravels the roles of fluency and grammar in language learning, sharing effective strategies to enhance your speaking skills. Discover how to strike the perfect balance between accuracy …

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Expert Coach Shows How to Master Impromptu and Nonverbal Communication 26:23

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In the second half of my interview with Communication Coach Mike Acker, he said something I see all the time with my clients. He said, “If you have your nonverbals misaligned with your verbals, you’re going to be overpowering your verbal content. I’ve seen that again and again. Where people say, “I’m excited to be here.” But they don’t sound excite…

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Confident Communication Techniques for the Workplace With Mike Acker 25:22

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🎧 I’m happy to share my conversation with the charismatic Mike Acker on the latest episode of the Express to Impress podcast! 🎉 🗣️ In this engaging episode, we delved deep into the world of confident communication, particularly in American business settings. Mike, a communication coach and author, shared his inspiring journey as a communication coa…

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8 Common Phrasal Verbs and Idioms 5:39

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Want to use more common sayings while speaking in English? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn 8 Common Phrasal Verbs and Idioms for everyday conversations. This episode follows the previous episodes, How to Improve Your Listening Skills With Movies With Cara Leopold and Listening Expert Shares How to Understand More of…

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Listening Expert Shares How to Understand More of the English Language 27:38

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I invite you to tune in to hear the rest of my conversation with Listening Expert Cara Leopold with Leo Listening. This time, we talk about how to get used to different accents and speaking speeds and motivate yourself to learn a language for work or school even if you don't want to. You'll also learn what to do if your language learning has stalle…

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How to Improve Your Listening Skills With Movies With Cara Leopold 12:39

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Get ready for a special treat! In this episode, I talk with Cara Leopold, an English Teacher known as the Listening Expert. We covered a lot of topics, so this will be the first of two episodes with our conversation. The main theme of our conversation was building great listening skills in another language. In this first episode, we talk about the …

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128 # We Are The Gods Of Systems w/Michaell Magrutsche 57:33

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Today I talk to Outside the box thinker, Artist, coach, podcaster and writer of 5 art related books Michaell Magrutsche who resolved the paradox: Why are 95% of worldwide artists existing around the poverty level and therefore should be proud to be poor. But without creativity there are no man-made systems, there would be no world as we know it. Th…

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127# Yogi Aaron: Stop Stretching! Discover a new way of thinking about flexibility 54:38

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One of the most sought-after teachers today, Yogi Aaron is trailblazing a new path in the world of yoga. Known for his unorthodox perspectives on stretching and flexibility and how both cause more harm than good, his teachings aim to help as many people as possible live a pain-free life so they can realize yoga's true intentions. He is the creator …

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126# Truth Fitness CEO, Cameron Harris On Being Fit For Business 45:42

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Are you a business owner or entrepreneur struggling like so many to balance building your business, family AND your health at the same time? If you answered YES to this question then you will want to listen to todays podcast where Matt Sutton interviews TRUTH CEO, Cameron Harris. Cameron and his team at TRUTH Fitness show business leaders how to le…

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125# How To Overcome Fear, Handle Criticism and Grow w/Mike Acker 45:09

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Mike Acker is an executive communication coach, a keynote speaker, and the author of ten books including the bestselling Speak With No Fear and the upcoming Speak with Confidence, published by Wiley. Mike is a recognised expert in communication and executive presence.Find out more at MikeAcker.com

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124# (Member Spotlight) Real World Example On How To Avoid The Tipping Point w/Phil Grisedale 49:45

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In this follow up LPT MEMBER SPOTLIGHT episode Phil Grisedale shares his experiences this year following a difficult anniversary, dealing with very low motivation, nearly quitting training, to turning it around and being 100% fully focused.

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123# Christa Elza: Losing Weight & Living Your Purpose By Achieving Hormonal Health 48:17

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In this episode of Mastering YOU I talk to Hormonal Health Expert Christa Elza. Christa graduated with Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 2000. She was immediately drawn to Emergency Medicine and was a trauma nurse for 8 years. She was able to experience working in this field in hospitals around the country including New York City and Norfolk, Virg…

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122# Living A Fulfilled Life; The 7 Step Process w/Lloyd Roberts 58:31

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Lloyd Roberts is a husband, father, and serial entrepreneur who loves business and investing. Before he cofounded a tech unicorn, a company with a billion- dollar valuation, Lloyd had many ups and downs as an entrepreneur, with each new venture teaching him lessons about what to do, and not do, in business.For his hunger, passion, and agility in bu…

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121# Myles Wakeham; How To Live an Unconstrained Life By Learning To Ride Big Waves 1:18:27

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Myles Wakeham is an Australian who migrated to the USA in 1989 and has since become a multi-millionaire, lives a 100% free and unconstrained life, no job, etc. He is a self-made business focused technologist, who was one of the early members of biotechnology corporation Amgen (now largest Biotech company in the world), has made fortune on Bitcoin s…

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120# The 3 Levels To World Class Body Transformation with Jeff Later 50:24

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Jeff Later is the founder of L8R Life an online training company that has helped over 7,000 people transform their body over the past 10 years.Jeff helps people level up and find optimal ways to achieve health and wellness without disrupting their entire life. He shows people how to not only can you look great, but be healthier and operate at a hig…

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119#The Beginners Guide To Investing w/ Paul Halme 56:04

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Paul Halme went from working as a stock broker for a major Wall Street firm to Entrepreneur. He now specializes in helping people fix their finances and then buy assets to create passive income. In this episode we cover a variety of topics around wealth building including: How does a complete beginner get started in investing? The secret to buildin…

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118# Carrie Schmidt: Subconscious Programming To Master Your Life 47:25

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As the Founder and CEO of Infinite SOULutions, LLC, Carrie Schmidt puts the SOUL in SOULutions by transforming lives personally and professionally. A dynamic, influential Thought Leader and Motivational Speaker, she has the ability to instantly captivate your mind, heart and awaken your soul by empowering you to gain clarity on your purpose, overco…

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117# How To Achieve Quantum Leaps In Your Life by Changing Your State Of Mind w/Michael Harris 49:00

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Author of the #1 bestselling book, “Falling Down Getting UP”, foreword by the father of Guerrilla Marketing, Jay Conrad Levinson. Jay called Michael’s ability to survive through thick and thin a true example of an entrepreneur using guerrilla type tactics to overcome virtually anything. One of Michael’s many passions is to help as many people as po…

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116# The Untapped Power Of Magnesium w/ Natalie Jurado 36:11

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Natalie Jurado is the founder of Rooted In, a line of therapeutic magnesium infused moisturizers that actively calm and relax your mood. She is a sought after thought leader, educator and speaker and has worked at the forefront of the wellness industry for over 8 years. She’s considered an expert in all things magnesium and her mission is to spread…

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115# Living Your Genius w/Kevin Kepple 39:34

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Kevin also works with business owners and executives to help them create clarity in their business's, massive impact with their leadership, and freedom in their lives. As the world has shifted over the past couple of years, all leaders need to pivot and leverage all the inherent power of their businesses and the people inside. In addition to shifti…

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10 Common Sayings in American English 8:52

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Want to use more common sayings while speaking in English? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn ten common sayings for everyday conversations. This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, Word Choice in Journalism and Business with Steven Youngblood. If you haven’t checked out that episode yet, you won’t want to …

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114# Andrea Lukac: How To Create Your Life By Gaining Clarity & Setting Healthy Boundaries 42:00

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Do you get regularly get stressed and overwhlemed?Could it be because you lack clarity around what you want and you’re just not fully aligned with your life goals?Do you need to prioritise your time better so that you avoid distractions and STOP doing things that do NOT take you closer to your goals?If you answered YES to at least one of these ques…

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113# World Hyrox Champion Gary Rothwell Shares His Incredible Story From Rock bottom to World Champ 1:24:39

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Without doubt one of my favourite interviews for some time.This episode was packed with everything from pure authenticity & emotion to practical tips to help people build the mindset to overcome adversity. Oh yeah and for all the Hyrox crowd out there the last 30 minutes is ALL Hyrox from how many days a week Gaz trains, to the type of training he …

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112# Mastering Your Money Mindset w/Michael De Haan 48:12

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Michael is the Co Founder and Financial Wellness Leader at Quantum Leap Global. His vision is to empower people globally to create more joy, abundance and vitality through financial wellbeing. His focus is transforming limiting beliefs and behaviours to support his clients achieve the life they desire.In this episode we Michael shares:What impact s…

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111# Stephen Rudolph: How To Feed Your Tigers Before They Eat You 1:01:20

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In 1989, while pursuing a career in music in New York, Steven Rudolph took up a part-time teaching job to make ends meet. In his first class he had an epiphany: he had an innate capacity to teach. The realisation led him on a 21-year quest to India, where he uncovered 5,000-year-old secrets to self-understanding and achieving one's potential. Steve…

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110# Liam Naden: The Secrets of the Brain We've Never Been Taught 1:10:21

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Today I am talking to Speaker, teacher, writer and researcher Liam Naden. Liam helps people understand the process for creating true success in your life by understanding how to use your brain the right way - overcoming your problems and achieving your goals and ending frustrations.He is the host of the podcast: "Using Your Brain for Success", auth…

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Word Choice in Journalism and Business With Steven Youngblood 27:45

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How you tell a story matters. The way you talk about why you lost your job can cost you a potential one. The way you explain the reason for layoffs can cause panic among employees and stakeholders. And the way journalists report the news can incite violence. Framing, including word choice, is one of the most important areas peace journalists discus…

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21 - Count-On-Able with C-Level Roundtable's Jeff Cohen 43:51

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Your host, Mike Acker, talks with Jeff Cohen of C-Level Roundtable. Jeff Cohen created C-level Roundtable in 2001 to bring a unique blend of state-of-the-art behavioral coaching, driven by his practical business, leadership, and academic experience. To learn more about Jeff's work, visit https://www.clevelroundtable.com/ If you'd like to be a guest…

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20 - Internships Abroad with Absolute Internship's Fredrik Van Huynh 35:27

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Your host, Mike Acker, talks with Fredrik Van Huynh of Absolute Internship. Absolute Internship has formed into a leading international internship program. They enable university students and graduates to develop their career aspirations across the globe. To learn more about Fredrik's work, visit https://absoluteinternship.com/…

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19 - Elbow to Elbow with Green Apple Consulting's Lisa Mitchell 35:56

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Your host, Mike Acker, talks with Lisa Mitchell of Green Apple Consulting. Green Apple Consulting helps Talent Management Leaders embed talent programs that drive results and elevate organizational culture. They support you through transformational coaching, consulting, and training for you and the companies you serve. To learn more about Lisa's wo…

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18 - Building Trust in Your Network with Oﬃcium Labs' Jonathan Shroyer 28:52

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It's the little things that count… especially when running a growing organization. If you want to make your organization the best it can be, you need to be sure that everyone is happy and growing. After all, your business will only succeed when everyone feels supported and has the tools they need to do their job. They are more likely to take owners…

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109# The Mum Struggle w/Kimberly Keane 38:47

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Kim helps parents get through the teen years. Her commitment to ongoing education and clear communication aids these families in coming out on the other side. Her experiences as “that” teen, an educator, and a certified life coach have given her the perspective, knowledge, and skills that allow her to understand the causes of pre-teen and teen beha…