Best Offload Podcasts (2025)

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Lions memories, Up Cork, URC Grand Final & more | The Offload EP36 55:10

2d ago55:10

55:10

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 36 of The Offload. They chat: – Up Cork (0:25) – Climbing mountains (6:55) – The Strawberry Moon (13:14) – Lions memories (16:40) – Tommy chats to Caelan Doris (36:40) – URC Grand Final (41:22) – And much more

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How to Beat Burnout as a Working Mom with Lori Oberbroeckling 31:09

5d ago31:09

31:09

From the outside, it probably looks like you’re doing it all—and doing it well. You’ve checked all the boxes: crushing it at work, holding things down at home, maybe even taking on a volunteer project or two. But on the inside? You might be asking yourself: How much longer can I keep going like this? In this week’s episode of The Mental Offload, I …

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Offload Your Obsession (GWTW821) 8:01

11d ago8:01

8:01

I never considered myself an obsessive person until recently, but in reflection, it’s always been part of my life. It’s like the cognitive bias called the frequency illusion—officially the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon—where you observe something, like a certain type of car, and then see it everywhere. Obsession is part of me, past and present. When I’…

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605: An Empath's Guide To Managing Energy, People Offloading Problems To You + Relationships with Krista Williams 1:36:04

12d ago1:36:04

1:36:04

I’ve always felt things a little deeper. I’d walk into a room and immediately feel the energy of the space. If someone was even slightly off, I’d pick up on it. If someone I loved was struggling, it was almost like I couldn’t focus on anything else until they were okay. Sound familiar? In this episode, I am joined by one of my soul sisters, Krista …

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Addressing Cognitive Offloading in an AI-Powered Classroom 11:18

18d ago11:18

11:18

n this episode of 'Teacher's AI Cafe,' the host discusses observing a student using AI to complete a writing task and addresses the broader concerns this raises about cognitive offloading. Drawing from recent research, the episode explores how reliance on AI can weaken critical thinking and creativity in students. The host offers practical strategi…

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Mastering AI Prompts: The RISEN Model Explained 6:48

12h ago6:48

6:48

Welcome back to the Teacher's AI Cafe with Kane Pitard! In this episode, Kane dives into the art of creating effective AI prompts using the RISEN model (Role, Input, Steps, Example, Next Task). Discover how to craft detailed prompts that yield powerful results, tailored to your teaching needs. Kane breaks down each component of the model and provid…

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“Change is the Only Constant” with Tim Packer (GWTW824) 1:17:22

2d ago1:17:22

1:17:22

The starving artist mentality is alive and well in 2025 as artists are told they’ll never make a living from their work. But today’s guest is living proof that’s a lie. Tim Packer is a former police officer turned celebrated Canadian artist and teacher, who walked away from the badge, cashed in his pension and went all-in on his creative dream. Tim…

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“Technological Resistance Fighter” (GWTW823) 14:37

4d ago14:37

14:37

Have you ever gotten an email from a faceless global corporation and marveled at how it uses words to its advantage? I’m not talking about the legalese in Terms & Conditions or Privacy Policies—we’re all going to click Yes anyway—but the emails justifying prices increases. I can’t even imagine how much money is spent on lawyers and marketers drafti…

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606: Psychic Shares: Do You Have A Soul Contract With Someone? 1:30:47

5d ago1:30:47

1:30:47

In this episode, I sat down with psychic channeler and spiritual teacher Mariya to explore the often-unspoken dynamics behind our most meaningful relationships. We talked about the energetics of connection — what it means to share a soul contract with someone, how to recognize when it’s complete, and how to let go with grace when that time comes. W…

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THE DRESSING ROOM: Marcell Coetzee | The Offload 19:49

5d ago19:49

19:49

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down with Vodacom Bulls flanker, Marcell Coetzee, ahead of this weekend's URC Grand Final between Leinster and the Bulls at Croke Park. #TheDressingRoom

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Episode 271 - "The Superhero Within: Unlocking Your Hidden Powers" 38:13

5d ago38:13

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Episode 271 - "The Superhero Within: Unlocking Your Hidden Powers" Cape or no cape, you’ve got powers you’re probably not using. In this high-energy episode, Michelle and Scott tap into the extraordinary abilities that often lie dormant in everyday people. Whether it’s resilience, intuition, creativity, or compassion—your inner superhero is real, p…

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The feedback fix: Grow your team, grow your career with Mike Jacobson 20:10

5d ago20:10

20:10

In the second of a series of shorter form interviews, Rachel sits down with Mike Jacobson, VP of People Operations at Steno. They discuss why traditional feedback methods often fall short and how to create a more effective system for career growth. Mike shares insights on building customized learning environments that incentivize genuine engagement…

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E51: Constructed memories (a nugget) 5:39

7d ago5:39

5:39

Memories appear to be constructed by plugging together stored templates. Do concepts operate the same way? Sources Suzi Travis, "False Memories are Exactly What You Need", 2024. Lisa Feldman Barrett, "The theory of constructed emotion: an active inference account of interoception and categorization," Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 201…

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E50: the preferred level of abstraction (a nugget) 16:00

8d ago16:00

16:00

We see a creature near us, and we describe it as a dog. Why that and not "mammal" or "animal"? And if that dog's a Springer Spaniel, and we know it's a Springer Spaniel, why do we nevertheless call it a "dog"? In an apparent digression, I discuss the idea in cognitive science of a "basic level of categorization" (or abstraction). While we construct…

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“Pleasure Is Our Birthright” with Candia Raquel (GWTW822) 54:46

9d ago54:46

54:46

As someone who sits at a desk for long periods of time every day, I was intrigued when today’s guest reached out with an offering of “3-Keys to Awaken Sensuality In The Midst Of The AI Era.” I was a little confused at first, thinking about sensuality in terms of sexuality, but then I got curious. Candia Raquel is a biologist, sensualist, and artist…

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Spreading silage, Shootout shenanigans, OnlyFans, R360 league & more | The Offload S01E35 52:03

9d ago52:03

52:03

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 35 of The Offload. They chat: – OnlyFans canoeist (4:10) – R360 league (10:23) – Stuart Lancaster to Connacht (25:33) – Ferraris spreading silage (29:45) – Playing for the BaaBaas (32:07) – Shootout shenanigans (40:28) – And much more

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Leveraging AI to Enhance Student Learning and Personal Growth 12:44

11d ago12:44

12:44

In this episode of Teachers AI Cafe, the host discusses how AI can be used to support students' academic performance and personal growth, particularly when they lack necessary support in the classroom or at home. Key strategies highlighted include digitizing existing work to create efficient study aids like Anki flashcards, using AI for feedback on…

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THE DRESSING ROOM: Joe Schmidt | The Offload 40:34

12d ago40:34

40:34

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down with former Ireland and current Wallabies head coach, Joe Schmidt, in a brand new Tuesday slot. Let us know what you want to see in The Dressing Room every week. #TheDressingRoom

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Episode 270 - "Let It Flow: Why Crying is Good for You" 43:41

12d ago43:41

43:41

Episode 270 - "Let It Flow: Why Crying is Good for You" Tears aren’t weakness—they’re wisdom in motion. In this emotional and liberating episode, Michelle and Scott dive into the surprising science and sacred psychology of crying. From stress relief to emotional processing, they explore how tears are your body’s built-in release valve for the thing…

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Trust and engagement: Alex Salas's HR insights on employee sucess 19:23

12d ago19:23

19:23

In the first of a series of shorter form interviews we're releasing in June, Rachel sits down with Alex Salas, Assistant Chief People Officer at the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority and head of the NYC SHRM chapter. They discuss key strategies for improving employee experience, the competitive talent landscape, the importance of trust, le…

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“The Uncommon Way” with Jenna Harrison (GWTW820) 50:52

15d ago50:52

50:52

Whenever I talk to people that come at life and business in a unique way, I get excited. Today’s guest’s business is called The Uncommon Way and says everything about the type of conversation with are going to have today. Jenna Harrison helps highly-driven women create the business that will be their legacy. Sounds awesome, right? In our conversati…

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The Chicken & The Egg, Novenas, URC Quarter-Finals & more | The Offload S01E34 53:28

16d ago53:28

53:28

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 34 of The Offload. They chat: – Fitness with Tomas O'Leary (1:48) – Lineout school with Mick O'Driscoll & Alan Quinlan (6:25) – Champions Cup final, Center Parcs & Trimby (9:30) – The Chicken and the egg (15:03) – Gold Supermacs card (17:50) – Donners' mum Marie joins the show (24:08) – Paulie's…

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Toil in Obscurity (GWTW819) 16:42

18d ago16:42

16:42

How do you know that when your moment shows up, you’ll be ready? Earlier this week, I met up with a friend for tea. I purposely waited to record my monologue because I knew something good would come from our conversation; it always does. My friend is widely creative and curious; he is into everything. He uses digital tools to create analog art. At …

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604: Kim K's Trainer: Here's What Women Are Getting Wrong About Fitness with Senada Greca 1:09:51

19d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Back when I first began my spiritual path over a decade ago, I was living that yoga + raw vegan life. And like so many women, I believed that lifting weights would make me bulky. I just wanted that lean, yoga-bodied look so I stayed with the light ankle weights, three-pound dumbbells, and lots of stretching.🧘‍♀️ Fast forward to today: I’m strength …

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Running Behind 24:29

19d ago24:29

24:29

Go getters always manage to get it done. But for some of you, it’s often “just in the nick of time”. Are you jumping from one last-minute push to the next late-night sprint? Have you convinced yourself that this is simply the cost of being successful, high-achieving, and in demand? I know, I know. You want to focus on the result: you’re meeting dea…

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Sustaining momentum in the battle against burnout 8:29

19d ago8:29

8:29

Burnout doesn’t end with one big fix. Here’s how to build real, lasting relief by trading perfection for momentum—one reset, one decision, one human moment at a time. Check out all four episodes in this special series on this Spotify playlist. Find a transcript for this episode here: https://modern-mentor.simplecast.com/episodes/sustaining-momentum…

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Using AI Tools to Enhance Classroom Resources and Save Time 9:24

22d ago9:24

9:24

In this episode of Teachers AI Cafe, the host shares practical tips on how to use free AI tools like ChatGPT, Chat Shepherd, Gemini, and Claude to simplify teaching tasks. The host describes how AI can be employed to create differentiated resources for students, generate quizzes quickly, and draft student feedback efficiently. Each strategy aims to…

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“An Open Mind to the Future” with Albert Bramante (GWTW818) 43:46

23d ago43:46

43:46

As a creative person, how do you think about the future? Do you embrace technological advancements, such as AI assistance and enhancement, or do you shut yourself off from them because of fear or stubbornness? What does creativity look like in an AI-driven world? I love asking big questions of my guests. Today, I’m exploring the future with Albert …

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Octopussies, Lions roommate tales, Champions Cup final & more | The Offload S01E33 55:10

23d ago55:10

55:10

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 33 of The Offload. They chat: – Octopussies (1:17) – Tommy chats to James Ryan (9:14) – Lions admin day (10:33) – Andy Powell's legendary mum (12:20) – Ireland axe their 7s team (18:27) – Franchise names for provinces (24:20) – IRFU is a closed shop (28:55) – And much more…

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The Wonder of Craftsmanship (GWTW817) 9:22

25d ago9:22

9:22

I spend a lot of time in my work week thinking and writing. Yesterday, as I was writing my Chris Martin Studios newsletter titled “Old Tech and Some Bullsh*t,” I pulled a book off the shelf and started reading the introduction. I was hoping for some inspiration, it was about craftsmanship after all, but I couldn’t find a way to connect it to my mai…

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603: Manifestation Expert: The Universe Is Talking To You- The Hidden with Robert Grant 1:08:38

26d ago1:08:38

1:08:38

Language of Synchronicities If you’ve been seeing signs, noticing repeating numbers, or feeling like the universe is trying to tell you something, you’re gonna love this episode. Robert Grant is back on the Highest Self Podcast, and let me tell you—last time he was on, it became one of our most downloaded episodes ever with over 700,000 listens. Th…

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Episode 269 - "Cultivating Mindful Mornings: Kickstart Your Day with Purpose" 39:04

26d ago39:04

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Episode 269 - "Cultivating Mindful Mornings: Kickstart Your Day with Purpose" Before the emails, before the noise, before the world starts demanding pieces of you—there’s a moment. And in that moment, you get to choose: Will you begin with intention or default to autopilot? In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the transformative power of min…

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Let activation be your burnout antidote 10:07

26d ago10:07

10:07

You're not "either burned out or not burned out." Healing is a gradual process of chipping away at what drains you. Join Rachel Cooke, your Modern Mentor and founder of Lead Above Noise, in Part 3 of our burnout series. We move beyond simply identifying the problem and begin to rebuild with intention. Discover the Activation framework – Deliver, De…

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E49: Metaphors and the predictive brain 19:27

26d ago19:27

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It's fairly pointless to analyze metaphors in isolation. They're used in a cumulative way as part of real or imagined conversations. That meshes with a newish way of understanding the brain: as largely a prediction engine. If that's true, what would it mean for metaphorical names in code? Sources * Lisa Feldman Barrett, "The theory of constructed e…

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E48: Multiple metaphors 27:29

30d ago27:29

27:29

When we name a class name `Invoice`, are we communicating or thinking metaphorically? I used to think we were; now I think we aren't. This episode explains one reason: ordinary conversation frequently uses multiple metaphors when talking about some concept. Sometimes we even mix inconsistent or contradictory metaphors within the same sentence. That…

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“Make It 1% Better” with Steven Puri (GWTW816) 57:00

30d ago57:00

57:00

How do people work? With that knowledge, how do we give them what they need? Today’s guest is no stranger to asking questions and learning to listen to what is and is not being said. With a background in journalism, film production, and entrepreneurship, Steven Puri is on a mission to help millions of people find their focus, achieve more, and have…

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Lions wing Mack Hansen joins the show, O’Mahony’s swan song & more | The Offload S01E32 44:47

1M ago44:47

44:47

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 32 of The Offload, with special guest, British & Irish Lions wing, Mack Hansen. They chat: – O'Mahony's Thomond swan song (2:40) – Counter movement jumps (3:21) – BIL advice for Henry Pollock (5:27) – Lions chat (7:05) – Carlos Spencer to Terenure (12:10) – Mack Hansen joins the show (18:40) – M…

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Unlocking the Power of Google's Notebook LM: A Tool for Educators 9:12

1M ago9:12

9:12

In this episode, we explore Google's revolutionary tool, Notebook LM, which integrates seamlessly with Google Drive, Google Documents, and YouTube. Discover how Notebook LM can transform your teaching experience by generating transcriptions, designing study guides, creating podcasts, and more. Ideal for educators, this tool simplifies content creat…

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Lose to Learn (GWTW815) 11:56

1M ago11:56

11:56

As an adult, I’ve never been much of a sports fan. I’d occasionally watch whatever big game was happening, so I could talk to others about it, but my focus has always been work—what I’m working on, dreaming about, and obsessing over—and I think I’ve been missing out on a ton of life lessons. This year, I’ve really been getting into baseball, watchi…

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602: How To Spiritually Grow Through Ease with Sahara Rose 45:22

1M ago45:22

45:22

This is my last solo cast in my LA home studio. I’m sitting here surrounded by boxes, bags, and so many memories—taking time to reflect on my inner world. Because in this season of my life, I’m not running from anything. I’m simply listening to Spirit whisper: there’s more, it’s time. I’ve lived in LA on and off for the past seven years. My friends…

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Episode 268 - "The Art of Nurturing: Cultivating Growth in Yourself and Others" 42:01

1M ago42:01

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Episode 268 - "The Art of Nurturing: Cultivating Growth in Yourself and Others" Nurturing isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a quiet superpower. In this heart-centered episode, Michelle and Scott explore what it really means to nurture—not only the people around you, but your own growth, healing, and potential. They’ll unpack how intentional care, patien…

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Nervous System Regulation (Part 2), with Jane Pilger 22:45

1M ago22:45

22:45

If you've ever found yourself trying to stay calm in a heated meeting—or keeping your cool with a tantruming child—you know: try harder is not the answer. In this week’s episode of The Mental Offload, I continue my powerful conversation with nervous system expert Jane Pilger. We dive deep into how you can regulate your nervous system—and help other…

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We’ve handed managers an impossible job 9:12

1M ago9:12

9:12

Managers are burning out—not just from doing too much, but from carrying too many roles that were never meant to be theirs. Let’s name the burden and start letting go of what was never yours to hold. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email us at modernmentor@quickand…

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“The Realities of Business” with Laura Zavelson (GWTW814) 45:27

1M ago45:27

45:27

Sometimes I get the impression from social media that running a business is easy, but nothing could be further from the truth: entrepreneurship is hard work. Today’s guest shines a light on the realities of business and how we can use tools, technologies, and success squads to stay focused on what matters to us in uncertain times. Laura Zavelson is…

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Lions squad named, Leinster fall again & more | The Offload S01E31 57:44

1M ago57:44

57:44

Tommy Bowe & Donncha O'Callaghan sit down for Episode 31 of The Offload They chat: – Test caps (1:40) – Joe Duffy retires (4:30) – 2025 British & Irish Lions squad (7:38) – Leinster fall again (21:45) – URC Round 17 (42:08) – And much more

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