Best David Hanscom Podcasts (2025)

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The Three R’s of Healing from Chronic Pain 30:26

13d ago30:26

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Rachel Garfield, a therapist specializing in chronic pain and trauma. She discusses the principles of healing, which she calls The Equina Way framework. The framework involves reflection, repetition, and release, which are based on the training principles of horseback riding. She high…

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David J. Helfand, "The Universal Timekeepers: Reconstructing History Atom by Atom" (Columbia UP, 2023) 1:02:13

4d ago1:02:13

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Atoms are unfathomably tiny. It takes fifteen million trillion of them to make up a single poppy seed—give or take a few billion. And there’s hardly anything to them: atoms are more than 99.9999999999 percent empty space. Yet scientists have learned to count these slivers of near nothingness with precision and to peer into their internal states. In…

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Robert C. Smith, M.D.: Why the Mental Health System Needs Reform for Your Longevity | Aging Less #21 52:48

10d ago52:48

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Research has shown that those living with mental illnesses face a life expectancy of up to 25 years shorter than the general population. Yet, longevity science has long celebrated breakthroughs in physical health while the silent crisis of mental health remains. So, this week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella …

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Learning to Ride Out of Chronic Pain 33:35

13d ago33:35

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Rachel Garfield, a therapist specializing in chronic pain and trauma, shares her journey through intense pain, and the healing principles she learned that helped her recover. Rachel Sydney Garfield is both a therapist specializing in pain and trauma as well as a competitive horseback rider with an amazing story of her own. She had a miraculous reco…

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M’hamed Oualdi, "A Slave between Empires: A Transimperial History of North Africa" (Columbia UP, 2020) 41:41

22d ago41:41

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In light of the profound physical and mental traumas of colonization endured by North Africans, historians of recent decades have primarily concentrated their studies of North Africa on colonial violence, domination, and shock. The choice is an understandable one. But in his new monograph, A Slave between Empires: A Transimperial History of North A…

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Sandra Wartski, Psy.D.: Mind-Body Health & Longevity | Aging Less #20 48:42

24d ago48:42

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Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and genetics are among the hottest topics when it comes to the pursuit of longevity. But lesser talked about is the state of our minds. So, this week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by psychologist Sandra Wartski, Psy.D. to learn more about the mind-body connection. Base…

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Noëlle McAfee, "Fear of Breakdown: Psychoanalysis and Politics" (Columbia UP, 2019) 57:08

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In his classic essay on the fear of breakdown, Donald Winnicott famously conveys to a patient that the disaster powerfully feared has, in fact, already happened. Taking her cue from Winnicott, Noëlle McAfee’s Fear of Breakdown: Psychoanalysis and Politics (Columbia University Press, 2019), explores the implications of breakdown fears for the practi…

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David Hanscom, MD: Strength The Hidden Driver of Chronic Disease - Chronic Stress | Aging Less #19 52:41

1M ago52:41

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Chronic stress is deeply related to chronic pain and other physical health issues. Joining host Sarah Stancombe in this episode is David Hanscom, MD, who himself struggled with a myriad of physical health issues before combatting his chronic stress in order to live a pain-free life. David Hanscom, MD practiced complex orthopedic spine surgery for 3…

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Ali Aslam, David W. McIvor, and Joel Alden Schlosser, "Earthborn Democracy: A Political Theory of Entangled Life" (Columbia UP, 2024) 52:20

2M ago52:20

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Ecological crises threaten all forms of life on earth. Democracy too is endangered, as popular discontent, elite malfeasance, and unresponsive institutions imperil its survival. Present political concepts have proven inadequate to meeting these challenges, and their inadequacies are themselves symptoms of the failures of prevailing political, cultu…

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Laurie Lewis: Intermittent Fasting for Energy — Stay Bright All Day | Aging Less #18 1:05:33

2M ago1:05:33

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Fasting might be an intimidating word you’ve heard in the context of religion, high performance athletes, or weight loss. But in this episode we explore the overall health benefits of intermittent fasting and how it could give you more energy and focus throughout the day. Laurie Lewis is a certified coach who has changed the lives of thousands thro…

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Elizabeth Suzanne Kassab, "Contemporary Arab Thought: Cultural Critique in Comparative Perspective" (Columbia UP, 2025) 27:16

2M ago27:16

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In the last third of the twentieth century, the Arab intellectual and political scene polarized between totalizing doctrines—nationalist, Marxist, and religious—and radical critique. Arab thinkers were reacting to the disenchanting experience of postindependence and a widespread sense of malaise, as well as to authoritarianism, intolerance, injusti…

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Alison Griffiths, "Nomadic Cinema: A Cultural Geography of the Expedition Film" (Columbia UP, 2025) 1:02:25

2M ago1:02:25

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From In Borneo, the Land of the Head-Hunters to The Epic of Everest to Camping Among the Indians, the early twentieth century was the heyday of expedition filmmaking. As new technologies transformed global transportation and opened new avenues for documentation, and as imperialism and capitalism expanded their reach, Western filmmakers embarked on …

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Michael Ryan Hicks, Ph.D.: Muscle Health and Aging: Preventing Sarcopenia | Aging Less #17 1:13:19

2M ago1:13:19

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As we age, maintaining muscle health is crucial for mobility, strength, and overall longevity. Sarcopenia—the age-related loss of muscle mass and function—can significantly impact quality of life, but emerging research is offering new hope. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Dr. Mich…

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Jessica X. Zu, "Just Awakening: Yogācāra Social Philosophy in Modern China" (Columbia UP, 2025) 1:24:02

2M ago1:24:02

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Just Awakening: Yogācāra Social Philosophy in Modern China (Columbia University Press, 2025) uncovers a forgotten philosophy of social democracy inspired by Yogācāra, an ancient, nondualistic Buddhist philosophy that claims everything in the perceptible cosmos is mere consciousness and consists of multiple karmically connected yet bounded lifeworld…

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Healing Begins When Pain Stops Being the Enemy 27:21

3M ago27:21

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni, Pain Coach and MindBody Practitioner. She explains her approach to treating patients with mind-body symptoms, emphasizing the importance of shifting focus from symptoms as enemies to understanding them as messengers. She described her initial strategy of buil…

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Challenging Pain – From Fear to Fascination 27:33

3M ago27:33

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni, Pain Coach and MindBody Practitioner. She shares her journey with chronic pain,which began with a shoulder injury while rock climbing at age 28. Despite being diagnosed with a lesion that required surgery, she chose not to undergo the procedure after learning the surgeon couldn…

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Prof. Andrew Scholey: Neurocognitive Effects of Everyday Substances | Aging Less #16 1:14:27

3M ago1:14:27

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Everyday substances, from caffeine to alcohol, influence our cognitive function in ways we may not fully realize. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Adjunct Professor of Human Psychopharmacology, Andrew Scholey, to explore how these common substances affect our brain performance, moo…

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Christopher Hanscom, "Impossible Speech: The Politics of Representation in Contemporary Korean Literature and Film" (Columbia UP, 2024) 1:08:14

3M ago1:08:14

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How does art engage with its social context? What does 'the politics of art' even mean? In his new book Impossible Speech: The Politics of Representation in Contemporary Korean Literature and Film (Columbia University Press, 2023), Christopher P. Hanscom takes on these questions in the context of contemporary Korean literature. Moving away from rea…

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Prof. Dileep Sharma, Ph.D., FPFA, FICD: Oral Health's Impact | Aging Less #15 36:12

3M ago36:12

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Your oral care routine just might be the key to a longer and healthier life. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Sarah Stancombe interviews oral health expert Prof. Dileep Sharma, Ph.D., FPFA, FICD to discover why this is and practical tips for managing our oral hygiene. The Head of Discipline for Oral Health at th…

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James B. Haile III, "The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom" (Columbia UP, 2024) 1:15:30

3M ago1:15:30

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An ambitious genre-crossing exploration of Black speculative imagination, The Dark Delight of Being Strange: Black Stories of Freedom (Columbia University Press 2024) combines fiction, historical accounts, and philosophical prose to unveil the extraordinary and the surreal in everyday Black life. In a series of stories and essays, James B. Haile, I…

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Overcoming Chronic Self-Rejection to Heal from Chronic Pain 30:15

3M ago30:15

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Michelle May, LPC, chair of the Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) Core Trainingprogram at the New Washington School of Psychiatry. She shares her journey into Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and how it helped her overcome chronic intense migraines caused by adverse ch…

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Asst. Dean Daniel Butler: Skin Aging and Longevity | Aging Less #14 49:00

4M ago49:00

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Anti-aging skincare products have long populated the shelves of supermarkets and cosmetics stores. But, what actually happens to your skin as it ages? This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella chats with dermatology professor and Asst. Dean Daniel Butler to find out more. The assistant dean of student affair…

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Howard Chiang, "After Eunuchs: Science, Medicine, and the Transformation of Sex in Modern China" (Columbia UP, 2018) 1:10:47

4M ago1:10:47

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Howard Chiang’s new book is a masterful study of the relationship between sexual knowledge and Chinese modernity. After Eunuchs: Science, Medicine, and the Transformation of Sex in Modern China (Columbia University Press, 2018) guides readers through the history of eunuchs in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the techniques of visualization t…

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A New Healing Narrative 34:29

4M ago34:29

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Sachit Egan, an avid outdoorsman, runner, and weightlifter. He talks about the physiological and psychological aspects of his pain and emphasizes what he learned about the body's ability to heal and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook. He also discusses the process he use…

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Getting Back in Control of Healing 27:20

4M ago27:20

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In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Sachit Egan, an avid outdoorsman, runner, and weightlifter. He discusses his back pain and the various treatments he had undergone. He had been experiencing back pain for many years, with the pain becoming more severe in 2013. He had seen multiple doctors, including surgeons, who all recommended immedia…

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Virtual vs. In-Person: Which One Works Best in 2025? 21:03

4M ago21:03

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Virtual vs. In-Person—where do events REALLY belong in 2025? Let’s settle the debate once and for all! Are virtual events still relevant, or has the industry shifted back to in-person experiences? In this episode, we break down the pros, cons, and future trends of virtual, hybrid, and in-person events in 2025. Topics include:✔️ Why in-person connec…

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Associate Professor Justin Keogh: Boosting Muscle Health With Anaerobic Training | Aging Less #13 52:13

4M ago52:13

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Walking and jogging are often promoted as effective entry-level exercises for long-term health, but did you know that the key to strengthening muscle function may lie in anaerobic exercise? This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews exercise scientist Associate Professor Justin Keogh. Also a behavi…

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Bin Yang, "Discovered But Forgotten: The Maldives in Chinese History, C. 1100-1620" (Columbia UP, 2024) 39:30

4M ago39:30

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Chinese travelers first made their way to the Maldives in the Indian Ocean in the 14th century, looking for goods like coconuts, cowries, and ambergris. That started centuries of travel to the islands, including one trip by famed sailor Zheng He. Then, quickly, the Maldives—and the broader Indian Ocean—vanished as Ming China turned inward. Bin Yang…

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What Event Planners Wish Vendors Understood (And Why It Matters) 27:33

4M ago27:33

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Planners & vendors—are you REALLY on the same page? Discover the biggest misconceptions and how to work together better! Planners know last-minute changes happen, but do vendors understand why? In this episode, we reveal what event planners wish vendors knew about budgets, contracts, event changes, and supplier partnerships. Topics include:✔️ Why l…

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Becky Yang Hsu, "The Extraordinary in the Mundane: Family and Forms of Community in China" (Columbia UP, 2024) 47:00

4M ago47:00

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How do individuals address serious challenges in a context where organized gatherings are subject to strict government control? This new edited volume brings together a diverse group of scholars to explore the many ways people in China self-organize and create varied forms of coordination to solve important problems. Through compelling, detail-rich…

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How to Handle Tough Client Conversations & Event Mistakes Like a Pro 27:52

4M ago27:52

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Mistakes happen—so how do you fix them without giving away the farm? Learn the art of handling difficult client conversations! In the fast-paced world of event planning, mistakes are inevitable—but how you handle them can make or break client relationships. In this episode, we break down how to navigate tough conversations, resolve issues proactive…

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Bin Yang, "Discovered But Forgotten: The Maldives in Chinese History, C. 1100-1620" (Columbia UP, 2024) 48:14

5M ago48:14

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Discovered but Forgotten: The Maldives in Chinese History, c.1100-1620 (Columbia UP, 2024) examines China's maritime activities in the Indian Ocean, especially as they relate to the Maldives. By weaving together the accounts of a 14th-century Chinese traveler (Wang Dayuan) to the archipelago, archaeological analysis of shipwrecks, maps by both the …

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Rajib Dasgupta: Vaccines & Longevity — Preventing Disease, Promoting Health | Aging Less #12 1:12:43

5M ago1:12:43

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As we age, staying healthy isn’t just about exercise and diet—it’s also about protecting ourselves from preventable diseases. Vaccines play a crucial role in longevity, helping to strengthen immunity and enhance overall well-being. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Rajib Dasgupta, p…

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Finding Your "Why" in the Events Industry 25:46

5M ago25:46

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Why do YOU stay in the events industry? Discover what keeps industry leaders passionate and inspired! The events industry is fast-paced, high-pressure, and constantly evolving—so what keeps professionals motivated and engaged? 🎤 In this inspiring episode, Peter Schmidt shares his journey into event planning, how his "why" has evolved, and what keep…

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Book Chat: "A Taiwanese Eco-Literature Reader" with Ian Rowen 23:50

5M ago23:50

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In this episode, our host, Ti-han, invited one of her co-editors, Dr Ian Rowen, to talk about their forthcoming book publication, A Taiwanese Eco-literature Reader, soon to be published by Columbia University Press. This anthology brings together translations of nine compelling stories from Taiwan, examining Taiwan’s most vibrant literary genre and…

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The Power of Third-Party Relationships in Event Planning 27:28

5M ago27:28

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Third-party planners—are they the secret weapon to event success? Find out how they streamline sourcing, negotiations, and contracts! Third-party planners can make event planning easier, faster, and more cost-effective—but do you really know how they work? 🤔 In this episode, special guest Peter Schmidt shares insider insights into how third-party p…

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Yingyao Wang, "Markets with Bureaucratic Characteristics: How Economic Bureaucrats Make Policies and Remake the Chinese State" (Columbia UP, 2024) 47:26

5M ago47:26

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China’s breathtaking economic development has been driven by bureaucrats. Even as the country transitioned away from socialist planning toward a market economy, the economic bureaucracy retained a striking degree of influence and control over crafting and implementing policy. Yet bureaucrats are often dismissed as faceless and inconsequential, thei…

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Audrey Duarte: Cognitive Aging — What Happens to Our Brains as We Grow Older? | Aging Less #11 1:09:55

5M ago1:09:55

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As we age, our bodies undergo natural changes, and our brains are no exception. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by cognitive neuroscientist Audrey Duarte to examine the intricacies of what happens to our brains as we age. Having received her Ph.D. in neurobiology in 2004 from University o…

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What Event Suppliers Wish Planners Knew: The Truth About Vendor Relations! 24:46

5M ago24:46

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Planners vs. Suppliers—what are suppliers REALLY thinking? Find out what they wish you knew! Event planners and suppliers—are you on the same page? 🤔 This episode uncovers what suppliers wish planners knew about budgets, vendor relationships, and event negotiations. Get ready for real talk about pricing, expectations, and communication in the event…

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Lea David, "A Victim's Shoe, a Broken Watch, and Marbles: Desire Objects and Human Rights"(Columbia UP, 2025) 1:14:09

5M ago1:14:09

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Everyday items found at the sites of atrocities possess a striking emotional force. Victims’ garments, broken glasses, wallets, shoes, and other such personal property that are recovered from places of death including concentration camps, mass graves, and prisons have become staples of memorial museums, exhibited to the public as material testimony…

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The Power of Mentorship in the Events Industry: Career Growth & Leadership 23:12

5M ago23:12

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Success in events isn’t just about skills—it’s about mentorship. Learn how to find and become the right mentor! Who helped shape your career in the event industry? Whether you’re an event planner, supplier, or hospitality professional, mentorship plays a crucial role in career success. In this episode, we explore: ✔️ Why mentorship matters in event…

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Karen Dwyer: Kidney Health for a Longer Life — What You Need to Know | Aging Less #10 54:44

5M ago54:44

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Did you know that your kidneys play a vital role in your longevity? In this episode of Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Lu Ngo dives into the fascinating world of kidney health with renowned nephrologist Karen Dwyer. From groundbreaking medical achievements to practical advice for day-to-day wellness, this episode is packed …

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Event Negotiation Tactics: How to Build Supplier Relationships That Work! 22:35

6M ago22:35

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Want better event contracts and faster RFP responses? Learn how to build partnerships that close the deal! In Part 2 of The Art of Negotiation, we take a deep dive into supplier partnerships and how to navigate event contracts more effectively. From crafting stronger RFPs to ensuring win-win negotiations, this episode uncovers the secrets of buildi…

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The Art of Negotiation in Event Planning: Secrets Suppliers Won’t Tell You! 34:37

6M ago34:37

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Why do RFPs take forever? Discover the secrets of event negotiation that suppliers wish planners knew! Ever wondered why your RFPs take so long to get a response? Or how to negotiate hotel contracts like a pro? In this episode of Event Therapy Podcast, we dive deep into the art of negotiation in the events industry—covering everything from RFP time…

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Dr. Jamie Zeitzer: How Light Shapes Our Internal Clock | Aging Less #09 1:01:59

6M ago1:01:59

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Ever wondered why you feel energized throughout the day, only to feel sleepy at night? The answer lies within your circadian rhythm, an internal clock that regulates your sleep-wake cycle. This week on Aging Less: The Longevity Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by circadian physiologist Dr. Jamie Zeitzer to learn more about the …

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Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke, "The Yoga of Power: Political Thought and Practice in India" (Columbia UP, 2025) 52:58

6M ago52:58

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In Indian languages from Sanskrit to Marathi, yoga has an enormous range of meanings, though most often it refers to philosophy or methods to control the mind and body. The Yoga of Power: Political Thought and Practice in India (Columbia UP, 2025) argues for a wider understanding, demonstrating that yoga has long expressed political thought and pra…

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Event Day Harmony: The Secret Sauce for Collaboration 27:35

6M ago27:35

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Transform initial conflicts into lasting connections with practical tools for collaboration in events. Elizabeth, Liz, and David tackle one of the most common pain points in event planning: communication gaps. They share strategies for bridging divides between planners, suppliers, and vendors to create seamless events. From pre-event meetings to on…

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Seungsook Moon, "Civic Activism in South Korea: The Intertwining of Democracy and Neoliberalism" (Columbia UP, 2024) 1:06:33

6M ago1:06:33

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Dr. Seungsook Moon’s Civic Activism in South Korea: The Intertwining of Democracy and Neoliberalism was published by Columbia University Press in July 2024. She provides in-depth qualitative studies of three different types of organizations to show how civic organizations that emerged from the democratization movement with a conscious emphasis on s…

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Harnessing the Power of Mind-Body Healing for a Healthier Life 29:14

6M ago29:14

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In her follow-up interview with Dr. David Hanscom, Brenda Stockdale explores the profound impact of reducing chronic stress on healing and managing illnesses like cancer and autoimmune disorders. She shares insights from pioneers like Dr. Lawrence LeShan, whose approach encouraged terminally ill patients to live authentically and passionately, ofte…

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From Stress to Success: Mental Health Tips for Event Pros 28:46

6M ago28:46

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Burnout in events isn’t a maybe—it’s a when. Let’s talk about managing stress and finding balance. Elizabeth, Liz, and David explore the often-ignored topic of mental health in the event industry. With personal anecdotes and actionable advice, they discuss how to recognize stress triggers, set boundaries, and find support systems in a demanding 24/…

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