Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson
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Are you going through life blind?
This is Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson, your destination for unfiltered truth and societal change. We bridge the gap between reality TV fame and real-world impact, stripping away the stigmas surrounding mental health, holistic wellness, culture, politics, and free speech.
Hosted by Nick Thompson (Netflix's Love is Blind Season 2), this platform is for the curious and gritty. Nick is a Storyteller building a forum for raw conversations that challenge the status quo.
What to expect:
- Eyes On: Current events, news, and politics shaping our culture.
- Weekly Deep Dives: Expert interviews on longevity, holistic wellness, and personal growth.
- Media Accountability: Exposing reality TV exploitation and the UCAN Foundation mission.
From regenerative medicine to media ethics, we dive into issues that matter. Don't settle for a manufactured narrative. Do the work. Show up with your Eyes Wide Open.
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Vermont Bans AI Therapy and Chatbot Therapists | Here's Why
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Jun 23, 2026 |
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Will AI Take Your Job? The Truth Nobody Wants to Admit with Mike Hruska
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Jun 16, 2026 |
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The Truth About Mercury Poisoning & Heavy Metal Detox | Kyle Hulbert
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Jun 09, 2026 |
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EYES ON: 80% of Young Adults Say the Economy is "Broken," Nick Shares Love Is Blind Mental Health & Survival Story
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Jun 07, 2026 |
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7 Signs Your Marriage Is Slowly Falling Apart | Dr. Lee Baucom
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Jun 02, 2026 |
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EYES ON: AI Layoffs are an expensive lie, Families are skipping meals to save money, IL has a universal healthcare bill in the state senate
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Jun 01, 2026 |
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MAFS UK Scandal EXPOSED | The Dark Psychology of Reality TV | Tim Wilson
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May 26, 2026 |
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EYES ON: MAFS Scandal EXPOSED, Dr. Isabelle Morley weighs in on the psychological fall out of the MAFS allegations
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May 24, 2026 |
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How to Go to College Debt-Free (Scholarships + Smart Career Planning) | Shellee Howard
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May 19, 2026 |
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EYES ON: Retatrutide Better than Ozempic? AI is Making Your Electric Bill EXPLODE, A Date Now Costs $200
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May 17, 2026 |
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How the Media Manipulates You (And You Don't Notice It) | Kira Shishkin
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May 12, 2026 |
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EYES ON: Spirit Airlines Shuts Down, Student Loan PLUS Plans are Gone, Man SNAPS as his Boss: "I am not a robot!"
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May 10, 2026 |
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How to Fix a Relationship in 21 Days (Therapist Explains the Reset Method) | Andrea Dindinger
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May 05, 2026 |
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The END of Job Security! Why Corporate Greed is Discarding You | Maureen Wiley Clough
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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EYES ON: PTO and Worker Benefits Axed, Student Loan Payments Increasing, Psychologists Pinpoint Why Humans Bond with AI Chatbots
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Apr 25, 2026 |
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Why You Keep Choosing Toxic Relationships (And How to Stop) | Riana Malia
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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EYES ON: AI Layoffs are a LIE, Natural Ozempic WITHOUT side effects, Amazon Worker Drops Dead, SCOTUS Takes Monsanto Case
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Apr 19, 2026 |
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The Hidden Belief That's Secretly Controlling Your Life (Tim Shurr)
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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AI Layoffs Are a LIE (Here's What's REALLY Happening)
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Apr 10, 2026 |
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Did Trump BLINK & Give Iran a WIN for the "Golden Age of the Middle East?" | Ceasefire Explained
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Apr 08, 2026 |
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Trump Issues "Civilization Will Die Tonight" Warning to Iran | 8PM Deadline Explained
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Trump Threatens Iran on Easter: "Power Plant Day" Ultimatum Sparks War Panic
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Apr 06, 2026 |
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DITCH Dating Apps: How to Find Love Without Swiping (Therapist Explains) | Anita Chlipala
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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The Peptide Truth: BPC-157, GLP-1s & Why the FDA Won't Talk About It (Dr. Jeff Gross)
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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From "I Do" to "We Do": Navigating Marriage & Parenting w/ Eli Weinstein
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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EXCLUSIVE: Taylor Frankie Paul & The Bachelorette Cancelation Legal Fallout Explained w/ Jasmine Weg
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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What a FIASCO! The Bachelorette is Canceled, & Taylor Frankie Paul is NOT at Fault w/ Nick Thompson
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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The World is in Chaos! How to Stay Informed Without Losing Your Mind w/ Nick Thompson
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Is Your 'Inner Critic' Making You Drink? How to Reinvent Alcohol Relationship with Georgia Foster
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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The Inflammation Code: Stop the "Forest Fire" in Your Body w/ Dr. Shivani Gupta
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Epstein Files are Released. It's Revealing and Disgusting. Now What? w/ Kit Cabello
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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Reality TV Edition: 2025 Best of Eyes Wide Open w/ Nick Thompson
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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Best of Eyes Wide Open w/ Nick Thompson: 2025 Edition
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Dec 18, 2025 |
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The Amanita Muscaria Mushroom Effect on Mental Health and Addiction w/Christian Rasmussen
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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Microdosing Ketamine: Everything You Need to Know About the Breakthrough Therapy w/ Dr. Sharon Niv
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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The Wellness Glitch is Keeping You Sick & How to Regain Control of Your Health w/ Dr. Angela Petersen
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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ADHD is your Superpower! How you Can Turn the Condition into Your Greatest Strength w/ Ron Souer
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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We Must Eliminate Profit-Driven Support Systems and Replace them with Community w/ Tyrone Powell
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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Light Therapy Breakthrough: Evaluating the Scientific Facts and Myths w/ Steve Marchese
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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A Therapist Breaks Down Why America is Traumatized and Needs Couples Counseling w/ Amber Trejo
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Oct 23, 2025 |
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The Hidden Dangers in Dentistry & Why You Should Consider a Holistic Approach w/ Dr. Toni Engram
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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Love is Blind Sued AGAIN! Attorney Breaks Down Lawsuits & What it Means for Reality TV w/ Jasmine Weg
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Top Takeaways from Celebrating 3 Years of Eyes Wide Open w/ Nick Thompson
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Unlocking Longevity & Health: What Most Doctors Won't Tell You w/ Dr. Greg Burzynski
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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Feeling Burnt Out? Here are the Time-Bending Secrets to Transform Your Life w/ Michelle Niemeyer
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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Your Self-Talk is Toxic! Proven CBT Strategies You're Not Doing that Conquer Stress w/ Judith Belmont
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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Hidden Parasite Symptoms Doctors Miss Worm Queen Kim Rogers Explains Detox & Cleansing
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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P*RN ADDICTION CRISIS: The Shocking Effect P*rn & Screen Addiction Have on Your Brain w/Dr. Trish Leigh
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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BURNT OUT! Nick Shares His Experiences with Burnout and Strategies That Help Him Manage It
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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Psychedelics Are Suppressed! How Intentional Psychedelic Usage Can Facilitate Healing w/ Julian Bermudez
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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Theatre Play Tackles Reality TV Impact on Society w/ Laura Shipler Chico & Andy McLeod
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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IRAN FALLOUT: Discussing the Implications of Trump's Attack on Iran w/ Kit Cabello & Larry Sharpe
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Jun 24, 2025 |
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'Dirty John' Survivor Turns Traumatic Experience into Advocacy for True Crime Ethics w/ Terra Newell
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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Therapists are Human Too and Must Engage in Self-Care and Community Support w/ Cassandra Musumeci & Andrea Rockefeller
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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Corporate Culture SUCKS! Why NOW is the Time to Change the Work Model w/ Angela Howard
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May 27, 2025 |
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REALITY CHECK! Rutgers' New Study on Reality TV Participants' Mental Health w/ Christine Chapais
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May 20, 2025 |
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Married at First Sight Participant Speaks Out About Unethical Production Practices and What Needs to Change w/ Ben Walters
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May 13, 2025 |
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How to Heal and Unlock Your Potential with Nourishment w/ Isabel Chiara
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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Neurodiversity Playbook & How to Navigate Our Increasingly Complex World w/ Dr. Matt Zakreski
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Stop Masking Symptoms & Get to the Root Cause of Your Illness w/ Dr. Jaban Moore
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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They're NOT Gaslighting You w/ Dr. Isabelle Morley
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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My Stem Cell Treatment Journey. Did They work? w/ Dr. Jeff Gross
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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Stem Cell Research Secrets Reveal Untapped Potential in Regenerative Medicine w/ Dr. Jeff Gross
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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Dating DISASTERS! And the SECRETS to Avoid Them w/ Dr. Frankie
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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Reality TV: Best of 2024 Eyes Wide Open w/Nick Thompson
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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Best of 2024: Eyes Wide Open w/ Nick Thompson
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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Embracing Chaos to Find Balance and Navigate Holiday Expectations w/ Will Craig
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Nick's Genetic Test Results Are In: What Did We Learn? with Dr. Evelyn Higgins
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Test Your Genes and Modify Their Expression for Personalized Wellness with Dr. Evelyn Higgins
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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Thanksgiving Survival Guide: The Boundaries You NEED to Set NOW
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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Trump Won. What Happened & Where Do We Go From Here? w/ Kit Cabello
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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We Hosted a Single's Event in Chicago & Here's What We Learned w/ Anita Chlipala
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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Dating STILL SUCKS! How to date intentionally & achieve relationship success w/Anita Chlipala (PT 2)
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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BONUS CLIP: Don't Let Others Tell YOU How to Vote. Your Vote is YOUR Choice.
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Nov 04, 2024 |
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Part 1: Dating SUCKS! How you can create a blueprint for dating and relationship success w/ Anita Chlipala
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Oct 29, 2024 |
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Democratizing the Law: Empowering Everyone with Affordable Legal Services w/ J.J. Garofalo
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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Overwhelmed? Escape the Chaos to Master Self-Connection and Unlock Your True Potential w/ Kate Eckman
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Oct 15, 2024 |
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Bachelor Producer Spills the BTS Tea on Reality TV w/ Michael Carroll
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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LESSONS LEARNED! Burnout and My Decision to UnPlug with Nick Thompson
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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From Burnout to Balancing Success and Mental Wellness with Kristy Edwards
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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Behind the Scenes of My Dating, Sex, Drugs, and Rock n' Roll Experience with Stef "Rocks"
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Jul 30, 2024 |
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Unlock The Keys to Modern Dating Through Mindfulness and Self-Love with The Love Coach, Melani Le'ona
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Jul 23, 2024 |
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From Marketing Executive to Redefining Success as Chief Soul Officer with Shelley Paxton
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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Learning Anger Management Skills to Overcome Adversity & Succeed in Sports Broadcasting with Leverett Ball
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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JULIAN ASSANGE IS FREE! Examining the Good, the Bad, and Future of Press Freedoms with Nick Thompson
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Jul 02, 2024 |
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Reframing Therapy Structures and Dating After Reality TV with Madina Alam
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Jun 25, 2024 |
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Overcoming Adversity, Finding Authenticity, and Living in Reality with Tabitha "Little"
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Jun 18, 2024 |
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Clips from Mental Health Headline Hot Takes with Nick and Todd
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Jun 11, 2024 |
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Exploring Vulnerability, Resilience, and Redefining Latino Masculinity with Dr. Paul Rivera
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Jun 04, 2024 |
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Reality Check: Shocking Love is Blind Experience Exposed with Matthew Dubila
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May 28, 2024 |
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PART 2: The Aftermath of 90 Day Fiance and the Media Landscape with Daniele Gates
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May 21, 2024 |
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PART 1: Behind the Scenes of the 90 Day Fiance Universe with Daniele Gates
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May 14, 2024 |
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Unlocking Consciousness with Ancient Wisdom and Breathwork in the Modern Age with Paval Stucklik (NOA | AON)
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May 07, 2024 |
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Experiencing Loss, Anxiety, and Finding Strength in Vulnerability with Jess Siemers
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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Navigating Dating, Love, and Self-Discovery Through Authenticity with Timmy Gibson
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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An Unconventional Therapist Journey and The Realities of Mental Health Advocacy with Therapy Jeff
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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Dissecting the Love is Blind Cast Contract with Attorney Jasmine Weg
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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Redefining Work and Productivity in the Age of Hustle Culture with Danielle Roberts
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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Challenging the Two-Party System and Why Now is the Time for Third Parties with Dr. Jill Stein
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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Addiction Recovery, Anxiety, and Finding Redemption with Jared Blaine and and Brianna Elizabeth
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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Going Beyond Hustle Culture to Unmask and Cure Burnout with Emily Ballesteros
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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Manipulation, Exploitation, and the Darker Side of MLMs with Roberta Blevins
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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Fighting the Gun Lobby to Pass Donna's Law for Firearm Suicide Prevention with Katrina Brees
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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Examining Our Political Systems, the 2024 Election, and Indy Media Infighting with Kit Cabello
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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Sobriety, Self-Discovery, and Finding Your Purpose with Carrie Magnusson
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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New Show Clips: Mental Health Headline Hot Takes with Nick and Todd
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Jan 30, 2024 |
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Coercive Control in Cults, Alcoholics Anonymous, and Reality TV with Ashley Love Richards
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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How to Overcome Negative Thoughts and Limiting Beliefs Using Neuroplasticity with Elana Van Deventer
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Jan 16, 2024 |
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The Impact of Social Media and Culture on Millennials and GenZ's Mental Health with Dr. Jessica Rabon
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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Best of 2023 Part 2 - Reality TV Edition
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Jan 02, 2024 |
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Best of 2023 Part 1
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Dec 26, 2023 |
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Creating More Ethical Documentaries with Margie Ratliff of "Subject" and "The Staircase"
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Dec 19, 2023 |
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My Reality TV Villain Edit Destroyed My Life with Olivia Frazer
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Dec 12, 2023 |
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Corruption and Misinformation in Food and Pharma with Calley Means
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health with Todd Rennebohm
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Nov 28, 2023 |
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Setting Healthy Boundaries with Family for the Holidays with Dr. Isabelle Morely
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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Unmasking Your Authentic Self with Emma Demar, That Trendy Therapist
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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Perfectionism and Mindfulness with Gianna LaLota
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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Control and Agency on Reality TV Sets with Professor Tim Wilson
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Oct 17, 2023 |
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A Ground Level View of American Politics with Comedian Danny LoPriore
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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Facing Mortality and Anxiety with Comedian Danny LoPriore
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Oct 03, 2023 |
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Opening Up Therapy for Reality TV Cast Members with Sarah Rice
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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Why I Left the Cast of Farming for Love with Lori Brown
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Sep 19, 2023 |
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An Honest Conversation about Men's Mental Health with Eli Weinstein
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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How To Improve Your Self Care Routine with Matthew Blades
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Sep 05, 2023 |
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When Reality TV Isn't Real with Stephanie Davison
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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The Ultimatum: Queer Love and Reality TV Therapy with Rachel Wright
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Aug 22, 2023 |
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Why the SAG-AFTRA and WGA Strikes Matter with Rushi Kota
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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The Highs and Lows of Professional Racing with Josh Green
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Aug 08, 2023 |
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Exploitation on the Set of America's Next Top Model with Corinne Hatch
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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Taking Action as a Mental Health Advocate with Keila Dolle
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Jul 25, 2023 |
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Avoiding Toxic Relationships with Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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Break Ups and Sobriety with the "Break Up Bestie" Kendra Allen
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Jul 11, 2023 |
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Bonus Episode: Reading My Astrological Birth Chart with Sara Fruman
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Jul 04, 2023 |
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How Herbal Remedies Can Boost Your Health with Macy Schuchart
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Jun 27, 2023 |
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Being Edited Into the Villain with Alyssa Barmonde
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Jun 20, 2023 |
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Solving Reality TV's Human Rights Issues with the UCAN Foundation
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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Real BTS of Our Love is Blind Marriage with Danielle Ruhl - Part 2
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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Real BTS of Our Love is Blind Marriage with Danielle Ruhl - Part I
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May 30, 2023 |
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Online Bullying's Darker Side with Dr. Kirk Honda
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May 23, 2023 |
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Best of Season 1
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May 02, 2023 |
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Divorce, Relationship Therapy, and Reconnecting with Yourself with Cindy Stibbard
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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Imposter Syndrome, Communication, and Building Relationships with Amira Mansour
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Mar 28, 2023 |
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Trauma, Personal Training, and Nerves of Steele with Linda Steele
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Mar 21, 2023 |
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Introspection, Building Relationships, and the Lost Art of Connecting with Susan McPherson
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Mar 17, 2023 |
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Shifting Your Mindset, Self-Care, and the Less Effect with Samantha Joy
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Mar 07, 2023 |
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Neurochemistry, Mental Health, and Social Media with Tj Power
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Feb 28, 2023 |
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Masculinity and Mental Health, Societal Expectations, and Boys Get Sad Too with Kyle Stanger
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Feb 21, 2023 |
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Wellness, Holistic Health, and the Vagus Nerve with Dr. Rachel Green
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Feb 14, 2023 |
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Therapy, Destigmatization, and How to Start Your Mental Health Journey with Leeor Gal
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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Identity, Shame, and Racial Justice with Dr. Han Ren
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Jan 31, 2023 |
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Minimalism, Consumerism, and Living Life Neatly Balanced with Kristy Edwards
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Jan 24, 2023 |
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Mental Health, Listening to the Universe, and Crowd-Sourcing Hope with Ariana Vargas
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Jan 17, 2023 |
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Discourse, the Enlightenment, and Bridging the Political Divide with Seth David Radwell
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Jan 10, 2023 |
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Bullying, Social Media, and Being Comfortable in Your Own Skin with Ena Mazzilli
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Jan 03, 2023 |
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Bonus Episode: Live Q&A on Boundaries with Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick
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Dec 27, 2022 |
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Pregnancy Loss, Infertility, and Hope in Community with Ashley Bitterman
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Dec 20, 2022 |
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Codependency, Perfectionism, and Setting Healthy Boundaries with Alana Carvalho
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Dec 13, 2022 |
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Medical Entrepreneurship, Olympic Strength Training, and The Physio Fix with Dr. Stacie Barber
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Dec 06, 2022 |
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Yoga, Self-Transformation, and Finding Inner Peace with Jonathan Villacres
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Nov 29, 2022 |
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Vulnerability, Mental Health, and Finding Gratitude Through Hard Times with Chris Schembra
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Nov 22, 2022 |
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Freedom of Speech, Politicians, and Independent Media with Hard Lens Media Co-Founder Kit Cabello
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Nov 15, 2022 |
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Attachment Styles, Trauma, and Self Awareness with Licensed Professional Counselor Dr. Elizabeth Fedrick
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Nov 08, 2022 |
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Independent Media, Systemic Issues, and the Midterm Elections with Breaking Points Host Saagar Enjeti
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Nov 01, 2022 |
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Weight Loss, Diet Fads, and Holistic Nutrition with Amanda Carneiro
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Oct 25, 2022 |
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The Brain, Holistic Health, and Functional Neurology with Dr. Abbey Houde
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Oct 18, 2022 |
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Community, Doing Good, and Maintaining Relationships with 1-800-Flowers Founder Jim McCann
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Oct 11, 2022 |
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Mindset, Manifestation, and Perspective with Case Kenny
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Oct 04, 2022 |
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Relationships, Connection, and Online Dating with Naza Shelley
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Sep 27, 2022 |
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Charity, Country Music, and Broadcast Media with Radio Host Sam Alex
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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Betrayal, Closure, and Ambiguous Grief with Stephanie Sarazin
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Sep 13, 2022 |
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Health, Medicine, and Toothpaste with Leslie Guevara
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Sep 06, 2022 |
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Humanitarianism, Justice, and Identity with Jesyka Harris
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Sep 06, 2022 |
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Coming Soon: Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson
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Aug 16, 2022 |