“Growing Tall Poppies” provides a guiding light through the darkness, offering invaluable tools, insights, and strategies for post-traumatic growth. This uplifting podcast shares a blend of real-life stories of extraordinary people overcoming trauma and adversity and educational tips, and strategies from health professionals. Delving into the psychological journey of trauma survivors, each episode explores their attributes, lessons learned, and renewed identity, values, and purpose post-trau ...
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Are you tired of watching the teenagers in your life trying desperately to keep up on the high school hamster wheel? Is your teen confused about which direction to take after high school graduation? Is your young adult rethinking their future career path? Our world is changing and our kids need to know all of the options available after high school so they can feel empowered to make the choice that is best for them. Through interviews with industry experts and leaders in education, we will e ...
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Do you feel alone in your own head when it comes to navigating life’s big and small problems? Do you find self-care language a little too self-focused but know you still need to do the work? Join us on Reframeables and eavesdrop your way into some new perspectives — we promise you'll feel less alone as you listen. We are Nat and Bec, two very different sisters who come together each week to reframe some of life's big and small stuff. Nat's a PhD whose favourite phrase is “let’s reframe that! ...
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Explore Something New. Interviews on Science, Sex, Society and Sports. From CERN Particle Physicists and Professional Casino Cheats to Erotic Hypnotists and Olympic Athletes, every week we sit down with a guest from a different walk of life. The story is never the same but the goal always is, to learn something new. Named Best Interview Podcast in 2023, nominated in 2021 and 2022.
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"Voices of Indianapolis" brings you captivating conversations with the people shaping our city. From local leaders and innovators to community activists and everyday heroes, we explore the diverse perspectives and inspiring stories that make Indianapolis a vibrant and dynamic place to live. Listen in as we delve into: Local politics and policy: Hear from elected officials, policy experts, and community advocates on the issues that matter most to Indianapolis. Community impact: Discover the w ...
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Reframing Screen Time with TV Scholar Michel Ghanem
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44:30Having spent a week at the Cannes Film Festival, we are now in withdrawal. Nat’s watching Marvel shows with her guys — and though she loves a good action TV show, she's missing the nuance. Bec is filling the hole with The Pitt — with a beefier Noah Wyle. Which brings us to our guest: Michel Ghanem, better known as TV Scholar. He's French, he's smar…
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Is College Worth It? Measuring ROI, Outcomes, and What Really Matters with Amber Gilsdorf
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43:14Is college worth it? In this episode, I sat down with Amber Gilsdorf, an Independent Educational Consultant at Estrella Consulting, to unpack this complex and timely question. We explore how families can evaluate the true return on investment (ROI) of college, what metrics matter most, and why personal values and readiness play a major role in long…
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Navigating the Sandwich Generation with Grace, Grit & Love
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19:51Send us a Message to connect In this deeply personal and emotionally honest episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr. Nat Green shares what it’s really like to be part of the Sandwich Generation—those navigating life while supporting both aging parents and young adult or teenage children. The group of adults caught in the middle, caring for aging p…
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Unlocking Healing Through the Body: Vulnerability, Creativity & Soul Freedom
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51:44Send us a Message to connect In this powerful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green is joined by the deeply insightful and courageous Kathryn Thompson. Together, they explore how true healing unfolds when we allow ourselves to be fully seen — through embracing vulnerability, openness, and creative expression. From a traumatic childhood inc…
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Beyond the Hero Complex: Embracing Open-Hearted Healing and Sustainable Strength
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1:01:23Send us a Message to connect In this deeply moving and insightful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green welcomes the compassionate and wise Dr. Mark Seton—a researcher, educator, consultant for Sense Connexion and founder of the Embodied Vulnerability Ecosystem. With a background in working with actors, creatives, and helping professionals…
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It might not be summer yet but it's still time for our first ever Summer Special. We talk city names, unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Summer Movies of All Time. Pointless: 00:00 Candle of the Month: 12:00 The Best Summer Movies: 19:49 Contact the Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Karla’s Journey Through Trauma and Back to Herself
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49:11Send us a Message to connect In this powerful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green sits down with Karla Warwick—a woman of incredible resilience, candor, and courage. With a career in journalism, marketing and communications, across numerous areas (including working with ministers and prime ministers!), Karla opens up about her multifacet…
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Episode 5: Financial Literacy, Banking, and Leadership: David Greene's Impact on Indianapolis
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26:07In this student-led episode of Voices of Indianapolis, Gabe, A'marion, and Luke from Purdue Polytechnic High School take the reins, interviewing their mentor, David Greene. As the Region President of Indianapolis for First Merchants Bank, David oversees market operations and champions a community-focused approach to banking. Listeners will discover…
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Tornado Researchers Dr. Jana Houser and Dr. Paul Markowski
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1:03:26With winds of over 300 miles per hour, Tornadoes are a incredibly destructive force of nature. But what causes them, why can’t we predict them and will climate change make them worse? Tornado Researchers Dr. Jana Houser and Dr. Paul Markowski are trying to answer these questions and more. We talk what causes tornadoes, why they only happens in cert…
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A Carer's Perspective: Coping With Challenges and Making Every Day Count
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57:57Send us a Message to connect In this week's episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr Nat Green sits down for a heartfelt and deeply authentic conversation, with Mr Paul Watson. They dive into the emotional journey of navigating trauma, grief, and post-traumatic growth through the eyes of a Carer. Paul Watson is a devoted husband to wife Bron, and f…
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Reframing Feminism with Dr. Serene Khader
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48:13We love reading books that express things we actually may have always known in our hearts, but previously didn't have the language for. Dr. Serene Khader’s book Faux Feminism: Why We Fall for White Feminism and How We Can Stop was one such book for Nat, and so we brought Serene on Reframeables to talk more about her work and break down the book for…
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Earthquake Geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon
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1:09:58We all know what an earthquake is but what’s actually happening deep inside the Earth when the ground starts to shake. Earthquake Geologist Dr. Wendy Bohon studies earthquakes. We talk the science behind earthquakes, earthquakes myths and what Hollywood gets wrong. Then, it’s Hummers and Cybertrucks vs. Pintos and Jeeps as we countdown the Top 5 Mo…
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One Year In....Behind the Mic & Beyond the Mask
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19:26Send us a Message to connect It’s hard to believe... but it’s been ONE full year since the Growing Tall Poppies podcast began. 🌱 What started as a passion project to explore post-traumatic growth and share powerful stories of transformation has now become a sanctuary for not only survivors of trauma… but also for the helpers, healers, and holding-i…
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White Collar Crime Researcher Dr. Will Thomas
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1:16:14From Fraud and Bribery to Money Laundering and Insider Trading, Dr. Will Thomas studies white collar crime. We talk how white collar crimes are committed, why criminals get away and what happens to the nearly $800 billion lost every year to white collar crime. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Stores to Wander Around In Dr. Will Thomas: 00:58 Pointless:…
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The Hidden Crisis: What Every Helping Professional Needs to Hear
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20:58Send us a Message to connect In this deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Nat Green drops the mask and speaks directly to the heart of every therapist, coach, healer, and helping professional who has ever felt depleted, disconnected, or on the edge of burnout. If you're the one holding space for others but silently wondering who’s holding space for yo…
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Technosexuals Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl
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52:36From Robots and Androids to Planes and Phones, Technosexuals are attracted to technology. We talk technosexuality, robot lovers and more with Technosexuals, Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl. Then, it’s towels and books vs. t-shirts and pictures as we countdown the Top 5 Hardest Things to Get Rid Of. Mandroid Exotica and Robo Grrl: 01:14 Pointless:17:…
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The Predictive Brain: How Neuroscience Unlocks Healing After Trauma
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49:57Send us a Message to connect In this transformative and enlightening episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green is joined by cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Irena O’Brien, founder of the Neuroscience School and host of The Neuroscience of Coaching Podcast (ranked in the top 10% globally!). Together, they explore how our brain's predictive nature i…
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Language Creators (Conlangers) David J. Peterson and Jessie Peterson
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1:16:53From Dothraki in Game of Thrones to Chakobsa in Dune, Language Creators (Conlangers) David J. Peterson and Jessie Peterson have created dozens of new languages for many of your favorite movies and TV shows. We talk what goes into creating a new language, anthropomorphic beavers and plot secrets hidden in languages. Then, we unveil a new Candle of t…
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Episode 50:- Flourishing Beyond Limits: Midlife Reinvention and Thriving Through Medical Menopause and Trauma.
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56:34Send us a Message to connect In this powerful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green sits down with Belinda Bayliss, founder and CEO of Flourishing Beyond Limits, to discuss trauma, & the transformative power of her path. Belinda, a midlife women’s coach, psychologist, and yoga teacher, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming significant…
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When we started this podcast three years ago, we never anticipated that we'd be sitting down to talk with a Canadian Paralympian medal winner — but if anyone can reframe resilience, it's Paralympian Allison Lang. We loved so much about this chat — learning about Allison's sport, sitting volleyball, and how that opened the door for her to move forwa…
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Sleep Psychologist Dr. Jade Wu helps people fall asleep and stay asleep. We talk the latest science on why sleep is important, what happens to us if we don’t get enough sleep, and why when you sleep is just as important as how long your sleep. Then, it’s Lions and Tigers vs, Bobcats and Cougars and we countdown the Top 5 Cats. Dr. Jade Wu: 01:04 Po…
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Episode 49:- The Scientific Support for Unlocking the Power of Spirituality in Healing
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55:03Send us a Message to connect Can science and spirituality work together in healing trauma? In this episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green sits down with Tatiana Da Silva, to explore the intersection of spirituality and science in trauma recovery. Tatiana is a psychologist, spiritual coach and educator, and host of the Integrated Wisdom Podc…
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Hand Tap Tattoo Artist Lane Wilcken
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1:05:29Traditional Hand Tap tattoos aren’t just tattoos, they’re a unique, ceremonial experience specifically designed to connect someone with their history, ancestors and culture. Hand Tap Tattoo Artist Lane Wilcken has honed his craft for more than a decade. We talk the process behind Hand Tapped tattoos, the unique story behind each tattoo and connecti…
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Episode 48 The Hidden Cost of Trauma: How It Fuels Chronic Pain, Autoimmune Disorders & Exhaustion
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19:40Send us a Message to connect In this latest episode, Dr. Nat Green dives deep into the powerful connection between trauma and invisible health conditions like chronic pain, autoimmune disorders, and exhaustion. Discover the science behind the body’s trauma response, and why traditional healing methods often fall short, and, most importantly, what y…
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Who couldn’t use a mood boost these days? We’re grateful for good people doing good things to counter all this mess — like Julia Stewart, our next guest in our resilience series. She’s the CEO of Alurx, a wellness company with a cool health app (that you should check out, by the way). Julia and Nat almost missed each other because of the fires that…
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Tariff and Trade Economist Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande
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53:18Tariffs are currently front and center of the economic world. But what exactly is a tariff and how does it affect you? Tariff and Trade Economist Dr. Katherine Schmeiser Lande studies the impact of tariffs. We talk the impact of tariffs on consumers, a growing trade war and if we’re headed towards a recession. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Pieces of…
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Episode 47: Against All Odds: Colleen’s Challenging Journey to Thriving with MS, & the Healing Power of Faith & Support
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1:10:07Send us a Message to connect In this powerful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green is joined by Colleen Daniels and her husband, Kel, who share their incredible journey of resilience, trauma, and medical miracles. Colleen was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and faced a future with increasing disability. What followed was a lot of r…
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At over 240 kilometers per hour, Professional Speed Skier Marc Amann is one of the fastest skiers on Earth. We talk getting started in Speed Skiing, the goal every Speed Skier is chasing and why stopping is really the hardest part. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Movie Characters We’d Like to Hang Out With. Marc Am…
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Episode 46:- Breaking Free from the Trauma Cycle: How to Transform Your Pain with the Phoenix Effect
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22:27Send us a Message to connect 🔥 Have you ever felt stuck in the same patterns, no matter how hard you try to move forward? Do you feel like trauma is still holding you back, keeping you in survival mode instead of allowing you to truly heal and thrive? In this solo episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr. Nat Green dives deep into how trauma gets trappe…
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Nat did the morning drive before the age of podcasts, and a voice that kept her sane on the road for all those years was the CBC's very own Gill Deacon — the next guest in our series where we reframe resilience. With Gill, we discuss resilience from a number of angles: her health challenges over the years with breast cancer and long COVID, and how …
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Cult Survivor Daniella Mestyanek Young
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1:26:30Daniella Mestyanek Young spent more than a decade in the infamous “Children of God” religious cult. Now, she’s here to tell her story. We talk why people join cults, the extreme difficulty of leaving a cult and the growing influence of cults in America. Then, it’s Cubans and Reubens vs. Grilled Cheese and Peanut Butter and Jelly as we countdown the…
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Episode 4: Rachel Armstrong: From Valedictorian to Professional Wrestling's Shooting Star
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22:53In this captivating episode of Voices of Indianapolis, students Jayden and Jacob introduce us to the remarkable Rachel Armstrong, a local wrestler and Wrestlearts' rising star. Rachel's story is one of exceptional drive, blending academic excellence with athletic prowess and a passion for finance. Listeners will discover Rachel's journey from valed…
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Episode 45:- Reinventing Your Life: Breaking Free from ‘Shoulds’ & Embracing Radical Living
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41:17Send us a Message to connect Are you living the life you think you should—or the one that truly lights you up? In this eye-opening episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr Nat Green, sits down with the incredible Marni Battista—entrepreneur, author, transformational life design specialist, and podcast host—who helps women in midlife break free from…
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Episode 3: The Genetic Frontier: Dr. Erin Conboy on Medical Genetics and Hope
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39:11In this special episode of Voices of Indianapolis, hosted by our very own student, Nat, we delve into the fascinating world of medical genetics with Dr. Erin E. Conboy. Dr. Conboy, a specialist in Medical Genetics at Riley Medical & Molecular Genetics and Co-director of the Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic (URDC), is making a profound impact on the …
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Lucid Dreaming Researcher Dr. Deirdre Barrett
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54:21Can we control our dreams, and if so, how do we dot it. Dream Researcher and Lucid Dreaming Expert Dr. Deirdre Barret has spent decades studying how we can influence our dreams. We talk Lucid Dreaming, how to know when you’re dreaming and why we have dreams. Then, it’s Mario World and Hyrule vs. Vice City and Pokemon as we countdown the Top 5 Video…
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Episode 44:- Neuroscience and Attachment : A Personal and Professional Perspective
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1:01:47Send us a Message to connect In this deeply insightful episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr Nat Green sits down with the incredible Tania Kalkidis—a seasoned Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist—who shares her powerful journey through trauma, healing, and transformation. She provides us great insight as an Expert in Psychodynamic Therapy and Tr…
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Bridging the Gap from College to Career with Micro-Internships with Jeffrey Moss
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53:36Welcome to the High School Hamster Wheel podcast! I’m Betsy Jewell. It’s been a while—okay, a long while—since I last released an episode. Life has been busy with some exciting new projects, and I can’t wait to share one of them with you soon! But today, I have some bittersweet news. This episode marks the beginning of the final three episodes of t…
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Dream Researcher Dr. Dylan Selterman
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1:06:15They only happen when we’re sleeping but our dreams can have a profound effect on what we do when we’re awake. Dream Researcher Dr. Dylan Selterman studies how dreams impact our daily lives, our relationship and the choices we make. We talk why we dream, why some people are dreaming less and controlling our dreams. Then, we countdown the Top 5 Comm…
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Overthinking Your Relationship? Conquer Relationship OCD & Reclaim Your PEACE
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46:53Send us a Message to connect In this episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr Nat Green sits down with Erin Davis, an OCD therapist and relationship coach, who empowers women to break free from worry, get untangled from obsessive doubts, build lasting confidence, and open the door to deep love and focus on real connection in their romantic relation…
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Reframing Resilience with Dr. Poppy Gibson
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41:25We continue reframing resilience with Dr. Poppy Gibson, a lecturer in education whose key interests involve children’s psychological development and mental health, and wellbeing in education. Nat had actually previously met Poppy when writing for a journal that she edits, and after doing some digging found out some really significant similarities! …
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Love and Loneliness Research Dr. Jacqueline Olds
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1:15:51Why do we fall in love and what happens to our bodies and brains when we do? Psychiatrist and Love Researcher Dr. Jacqueline Olds has spent decades finding the answers to those questions. We talk why we fall in love, tips for a healthy relationship and the pain of loneliness. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Popular…
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S2 Episode 42:- Rising From The Ashes and Transforming Trauma into Thriving with the Phoenix Effect
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18:29Send us a Message to connect Welcome to Season 2 of Growing Tall Poppies! In this kickoff episode, Dr. Nat Green reintroduces herself, sharing her personal journey through burnout, PTSD, and chronic illness—and how these experiences shaped her work in trauma recovery and post-traumatic growth. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Dr. Nat’s personal s…
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Cosmic Voids could be the key to unlocking the secrets of our Universe.That’’s why Cosmologist Dr. Alicia Pisana has spent her life studying them. We talk the origin of Cosmic Voids, Earth’s place in the Universe and why Dark Energy could be at the center of it all. Then, it’s Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune vs. Family Feud and Double Dash as we coun…
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Reframing Resilience with Laurie May of Elevation Pictures
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47:36Many famous people have been through the doors of Laurie May, co-founder and president of Elevation Pictures, one of Toronto Life's most influential Torontonians, and this episode's guest. We talked about our mothers and our own experiences of motherhood, what it means to be resilient in the face of hard business decisions as a woman in leadership,…
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Ski BASE Jumping is a blend of speed, danger, adrenaline and spectacularly beautiful views. And a Professional Ski BASE Jumper JT Holmes isn’t afraid to go right off a 6,000 foot cliff. We talk Ski BASE Jumping, the growing sport of Speedriding and James Bond. Then, it’s Star Wars and the Godfather vs. Dumb and Dumber and Forest Gump as we countdow…
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Episode 2: Beyond the Textbook: Building Authentic Learning with Headrush's Shane Krukowski
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1:15:05In this episode of Voices of Indianapolis, we dive deep into the world of project-based learning with Shane Krukowski, Co-founder and COO of Headrush. Headrush empowers educators with a powerful platform that supports project-based learning from start to finish, fostering student agency, and deeper learning experiences. Shane shares his insights on…
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World Champion Elvis Impersonator JD King
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1:06:30JD King is one of the best Elvis Impersonators in the world. For the last twenty years he’s been winning competitions and performing all over the world. We talk the life of an Elvis Impersonator, why Elvis is still going strong and his favorite Elvis conspiracy theories. Then, it’s The Simpsons and The Wire vs. Friends and South Park as we countdow…
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Showgirls aren’t just dancers, they’re a symbol of Las Vegas itself. And as a featured dancer at Fantasy at Luxor, Mariah Nieslanik is one of the best. We talk the life of a Las Vegas Showgirl, the fierce competition to become a Showgirl and the future of Las Vegas. Then, it’s God Shamgod vs. Zsa Zsa Gabor as we countdown the Top 5 Celebrity Names.…
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Catherine De Noire has spent the last decade managing a legal Brothel. It’s a place filled with intimacy, unique characters and sometimes, danger. We talk the life of a Madame (Brothel Manager), crazy customers requests and why people really come to a Brothel. Then, we unveil a new Candle of the Month and countdown the Top 5 Worst New Year’s Resolu…
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