Best Respect The Unexpected Podcasts (2025)

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KRISTIN KREUK: Smallville Memories, Facing Rejection & Midlife Reflections 1:06:38

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Kristin Kreuk (Smallville, Burden of Truth) opens up in this week’s episode about the surprising turns of her career and the lessons learned along the way. From the sting of being fired from a pilot to the unexpected path that led her to Smallville, Kristin reflects on rejection, resilience, and finding her voice. She also talks about midlife healt…

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899 | The Show I’ve Been Waiting to Share with You 21:12

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Watch The Video! - https://youtu.be/5HuyI_9TCZ8 Check out the recipe! - https://msrachelhollis.com/2018/11/15/slow-cooker-chicken-artichoke-soup/ Send good news postcards to - 8149 Santa Monica Blvd #606 West Hollywood CA 90046 Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books …

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Lisa Bilyeu: How to Silence Self-Doubt and Build Unstoppable Confidence 1:07:59

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Lisa Bilyeu shares the raw truth behind her journey — from shipping protein bars out of her living room to leading one of the most influential wellness brands in the world. Together with Kwame Christian, she unpacks what it really means to face failure, reprogram your inner critic, and choose your mission over your ego. If you’ve ever struggled wit…

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John Smoltz: Unashamed of the Gospel 1:04:56

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Baseball Hall of Famer and Commentator John Smoltz shares his testimony of coming to Christ while pitching for the Atlanta Braves. He shares about family, faith, and baseball, unfolding the story of his childhood, his career, experiencing divorce, parenting, and God's restoration and provision in his life. This discussion will inspire you to lean i…

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898 | "I'm jealous of my ex and I can't move on" "I hate my life and I dont know how to fix it" 42:01

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In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, host Rachel Hollis offers empowering advice to those seeking love and navigating difficult relationships. She emphasizes self-worth, urging listeners not to settle for partners who don't appreciate them. Rachel addresses listener questions, including advice for a single mother dealing with an unhelpful …

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The Hidden Cost of Being “Too Nice” 47:19

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In this enlightening episode of the Negotiate Anything podcast, host Kwame Christian sits down with self-esteem and relationship expert Natalie Lue. Natalie shares her personal journey of transformation from a chronic people pleaser to a boundary-setting advocate. This conversation dives deep into the intricacies of people pleasing, highlighting ho…

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EMILY DESCHANEL: Life After Bones, Putting Family First & Strength in Vulnerability 1:13:25

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Emily Deschanel (Bones, Animal Kingdom) joins us this week for a heartfelt and revealing conversation about stepping out of the shadow of a legacy role, balancing family with career, and embracing vulnerability as a source of strength. Emily talks about the highs and lows of working on Bones for over a decade, the unexpected adjustments of life aft…

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The Unexpected Power of Admitting a Mistake - Reverse Interview by Lauren Sabo 55:55

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In this engaging episode, Lauren Sabo takes the reins to explore negotiation strategies with challenging clients. The conversation delves into the intricacies of managing client expectations, recognizing the characteristics of difficult interactions, and setting effective boundaries in professional relationships. Drawing from both their experiences…

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897 | How I Get Out of a Funk (when you're just feeling low) 42:21

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In this heartfelt episode, Rachel Hollis shares her personal experiences with feeling really low, especially during perimenopause. She describes the intensity of these emotions and the internal struggle to overcome them. Rachel provides practical tools and practices she uses to uplift herself, including the importance of taking iron supplements, tr…

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896 | "I'm worried my boyfriend will cheat with his clients" + "Rach, what's in your morning protein shake?" 35:28

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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel discusses the challenges of dealing with jealousy and trust in relationships, emphasizing that cheating is a choice made by individuals and not something partners can control. She highlights the importance of communication and self-worth in overcoming these challenges. Additionally, Rachel dives …

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They Said Vulnerability Was Weakness… But We Discovered Freedom Anyway 1:03:32

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They told us that vulnerability was a flaw — a sign of weakness. But what if the truth is the opposite? In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Kwame Christian, bestselling author and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute, sits down with Jamie Librot, former Global Head of Executive Talent Management at JPMorgan and author of Find Your …

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DAVID GIUNTOLI: Secret Grimm Romance, Almost Superman & Lessons in Humility 1:19:59

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Morgan Housel: Why More Money Won’t Make You Happy 56:11

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Money, happiness, and the elusive idea of “enough.” In this conversation, best-selling author Morgan Housel (The Psychology of Money, The Art of Spending Money) shares raw insights on why chasing more rarely leads to fulfillment—and how to rethink the way we use money as a tool for freedom and meaning. ⁠Buy the book The Art of Spending Money.⁠ Host…

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Unexpected Allies: Bridging the Divide for the Common Good 1:17:43

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Kevin Palau, President of the Palau ministry, and Sam Adams, former mayor of Portland, Oregon, talk about their friendship formed in the context of meeting social needs in the city. Sam was the first openly gay mayor of a major U.S. city. These two men describe their surprise at discovering that Evangelical Christians and people in the LGBT communi…

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895 | Construction Update / This week's epiphany / Going WAY too hard at the Halloween Carnival 37:38

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In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel shares her latest personal and professional updates. Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! 01:06 Welcome to the Show 03:32 Life Update: College and Emotions 09:54 Home Renovation Woes 15:23 The Power of …

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894 | ASK RACH "How do I Keep My Daughter From Being a People-Pleaser?" "How do I Know If I'm Ready to Have a Baby?" 33:55

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Rachel Hollis discusses the importance of teaching children self-advocacy and balancing kindness with self-respect. Addressing issues like forced physical affection, she emphasizes the need to avoid raising people-pleasers. Rachel answers parenting questions from listeners, providing strategies to break generational patterns and nurture emotionally…

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How Subtle Biases Completely Change Your Choices 59:02

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Every day, you make choices that feel completely your own — but what if they aren’t? In this episode, bestselling author Richard Shotton (The Choice Factory, The Illusion of Choice) reveals how small, almost invisible biases shape the way we think, buy, and negotiate. From the words we use to the way we frame decisions, Richard explains how psychol…

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MARÍA GABRIELA DE FARÍA: Superman Villainy, Culture Shocks & Turning Trauma to Humor 1:12:25

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María Gabriela de Faría (Superman, Animal Control) joins us this week for a powerful and open conversation about stepping into a life-changing role in Superman while learning to embrace her own vulnerability. María talks about leaving Venezuela for Hollywood, the culture shock she faced, and the identity struggles that came with it. She opens up ab…

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Why Fear, Not Skill, Is Your Biggest Negotiation Problem - Kathryn Valentine 54:30

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Fear, not skill, is what’s costing you opportunities at the negotiation table. In this powerful conversation, negotiation experts Kwame Christian and Kathryn Valentine expose the hidden reason most people fail to ask for what they deserve. It’s not a lack of strategies — it’s the fear of rejection, backlash, or simply starting the conversation. You…

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893 | 5 Signs You’re Going After the Wrong Goals 27:48

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In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel breaks down the five biggest warning signs that you’re chasing the wrong goals. If you’ve ever felt stuck in procrastination, unmotivated no matter how hard you try, or frustrated that your “success” doesn’t feel the way you hoped, this conversation will hit home. With stories, practical tools, a…

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892 | ASK RACH "How Can I Find a Job in This Awful Market?" "My Parents Think I'm a Problem Child-- What Can I Do?" 34:35

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In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel Hollis answers two powerful listener questions that, while different on the surface, share a common theme: what do you do when life doesn’t line up with your dreams? One caller is battling the discouragement of a tough job market, struggling to land any role at all. Another is a young woman trying to pursue creat…

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How Leading with Respect Becomes the Ultimate Power Move 58:40

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Respect isn’t soft — it’s the sharpest power move in any negotiation. Buy The Book: Leading with Respect: Adventures of an Off-Price Fashion Pioneer: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Respect-Boardroom-Marcy-Syms/dp/0806544813 Most people think negotiation is about leverage, contracts, and numbers. But Marcy Syms — former CEO of Syms clothing stores a…

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JOHN BARROWMAN: Full Transparency, Reclaiming Control & the Fan Who Saved His Life 1:25:38

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John Barrowman (Doctor Who, Torchwood) joins us this week for a transparent conversation about the facts and fiction of his contentious actions on set in the past and the dangerous fallout as a result of it in the present. John owns up to his actions while reflecting on how this period of time lead to some dark thoughts and plans; one of which was …

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Gaslighting at Work: How to Spot Manipulation and Reclaim Your Power 1:19:43

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Gaslighting isn’t just a relationship issue—it happens at work too. In this powerful conversation, psychotherapist and author Farah Harris opens up about her own painful experience with a toxic hire who weaponized her teachings, blurred boundaries, and tried to undermine her confidence as a leader. Buy The Book: The Color of Emotional Intelligence …

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Jim Daly: Responding to Cancel Culture with Kindness and Respect 36:10

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Tyler O'Neil, from the Daily Signal, interviews Jim Daly in this special episode. The conversation centers around the Southern Poverty Law Center adding Focus on the Family to it's "hate list" because of it's biblical stance on marriage between one man and one woman. Jim shares about the responsibility of Christians to follow God's design for marri…

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891 | Creatine for Women? What I Learned After Trying It 28:13

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In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, host Rachel Hollis shares her experiences and observations about the benefits of taking creatine, especially for women over 35. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining muscle mass as we age and discusses her personal journey with health, nutrition, and strength training over the last decade. Get yo…

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890 |ASK RACH: “Help! I'm Burned Out. What Am I Doing Wrong?” + “How Do I Balance Work, Home, and a New Baby?” 40:11

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In this Ask Rach episode, Rachel answers two powerful listener questions that so many women can relate to. First, a caller asks how to take care of herself without feeling completely burnt out. Rachel shares how burnout is often a symptom of overcommitting, and why the key to recovery is aligning your time and energy with your deepest values. Then,…

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The Neuroscience of Stress: Train Your Brain for Success - with Rebecca Heiss 45:13

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Everything you've been told about reducing stress is wrong—and it might be making things worse. In this episode, neuroscientist Rebecca Heiss reveals groundbreaking insights about why trying to eliminate stress at work often backfires. You'll learn the science-backed strategy to turn stress into your greatest professional advantage, how your belief…

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MATT JONES: Family Over Fame, Breaking Bad Anxiety & Typecast Exhaustion 1:20:25

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Matt Jones (Breaking Bad, Mom) joins us this week to share how growing up in a tumultuous household shaped him into a devoted family man who prioritizes his family over fame. Matt talks candidly about the dichotomy between who he prides himself to be versus the offbeat, aloof characters he gets typecast as. We also talk about the anxiety he experie…

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1 Hour Straight of Negotiation Gold with Kwame Christian and Codie Sanchez on The Big Deal Podcast 1:04:48

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I was recently a guest on Codie’s show, The Big Deal Podcast, and the episode turned out great. Codie generously let us repost that episode here, so all of you get to hear our conversation about negotiation, deal-making, leadership, entrepreneurship — and yes, relationships too. I know you’re going to love it. Without further ado, here’s my guest a…

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889 | The Secret to Finally Breaking Old Patterns 38:54

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Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in the same cycle — repeating the same patterns in your health, your relationships, or your work — no matter how hard you try to change? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, we’re talking about the secret to finally breaking old patterns: raising your standards. Not the big shiny goals (…

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450: Ask Yael — Interference, Respect and Resentment 27:22

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B”H This episode is brought to you by The Zionista Project. Check out the collection and join the community of proud zionistas at thezionistaproject.org. Today on Ask Yael, Jewish Money Matters Host Yael Trusch answers a listener whose husband doesn’t like her to interfere in the financial affairs of the household. Another listener is wondering how…

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888 | ASK RACH: "Do I Owe My Parents a Relationship?" & "How Do I Deal with a Moody Teenager?" 43:18

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In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel tackles parenting from every angle — breaking free from toxic dynamics with your own parents, learning how to let go as your kids grow more independent, and navigating the rollercoaster of raising a moody teenager. With her signature blend of big sister advice, timeless wisdom, and practical encouragement, Rachel…

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#1 Negotiation Guru Reveals the Secrets of Negotiation & Influence - with Giuseppe Conti 1:03:53

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Most people fail in negotiations because they don’t prepare, confuse influence with persuasion, or push when they should pull—Giuseppe Conti, the world’s #1 Negotiation Guru, shows you how to avoid these mistakes. Buy the book Negotiation + Influence = Success: Quick Lessons to Help You Win in Corporate Life Connect with Giuseppe Giuseppe's Website…

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KEVIN POLLAK: Precocious to Cocky, Happy Accidents on Set & Self Soothing Impressions 1:24:04

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Kevin Pollak (The Usual Suspects, A Few Good Men) joins us this week to share how he was able to ‘fake it til he made’ it and rise to the different opportunities afforded in his career that have cemented his legacy in film history. Kevin talks about his background as a comic and how it drives his hunger to keep creating in this industry. We also re…

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Advocating for Children While Representing Christ in Public Education 1:04:01

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Lori Gimelshteyn is the Executive Director of the Colorado Parent Advocacy Network (CPAN). She is dedicated to to protecting parental rights in schools and demonstrates how to build bridges with school officials, schoolboards and media while representing Christian values in public education to protect children from harmful ideology. Get a copy of N…

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Why People-Pleasing Makes You Lose Yourself (And How to Get Back) 1:09:59

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Why do we keep ending up in toxic relationships — even when we know better? ⁠Buy the book Fawning: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves--and How to Find Our Way Back ⁠ In this powerful conversation, Kwame Christian sits down with psychologist and trauma therapist Dr. Ingrid Clayton to explore the hidden reason behind this pattern: the faw…