Best Power Monkey Fitness Podcasts (2025)

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How to Survive the Internet (with special guest Sam Murdock) 1:06:57

9h ago1:06:57

1:06:57

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko sits down with Sam Murdock—tech wizard, board game buff, and the behind-the-scenes moderator of Codenames Live. Fresh from his adventures as a Twitch streamer (pants optional), Sam shares his journey from computer programming dropout to community builder extraordinaire. Togethe…

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Show up for yourself to show up for others, by Jefferson Fisher 38:03

10h ago38:03

38:03

Lawyer and master communicator Jefferson Fisher loves taking care of other people. You can feel this in the supportive videos he posts on his wildly popular social media channels. Again and again he puts the wants and needs of others ahead of his own. In his story this week, Jefferson discovers the power of showing up for himself, and when he does,…

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BONUS: How fitness trackers sabotage weight loss (From the Nutrition Diva podcast) 10:12

9h ago10:12

10:12

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through why logging your…

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Megalodon Diets, Teeth Sensitivity and a Bunch of Vaccine News 8:00

1d ago8:00

8:00

The measles outbreak in West Texas is slowing. Health officials think an increase in vaccination rates contributed to the slowdown, but Texas lawmakers have pushed a new bill to make it even quicker and easier for parents to exempt their children from vaccines. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention goes counter to the American College of O…

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Why Highly Sensitive People Feel Different 12:45

2d ago12:45

12:45

Why do HSPs feel like they're fighting an uphill battle in a world that's lost its conscientiousness? After working with HSPs for nearly two decades, I've learned we're the people who value conscientiousness in society - that's our gift, not a weakness. Through therapy and self-awareness, sensitivity transforms from burden into extraordinary beauty…

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Are You Flourishing? This Global Study Has Surprising Takeaways 18:16

4d ago18:16

18:16

Are you flourishing? It’s a more understated metric than happiness, but it can provide a multidimensional assessment of our quality of life. Victor Counted, an associate professor of psychology at Regent University and a member of the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, joins host Rachel Feltman to review the first wave of results from…

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Diagnosing Male Infertility with a Mechanical Engineering Twist 10:39

6d ago10:39

10:39

Male infertility is undercovered and underdiscussed. If a couple is struggling to conceive, there’s a 50–50 chance that sperm health is a contributing factor. Diagnosing male infertility is getting easier with at-home tests—and a new study suggests a method for testing at home that would be more accurate. Study co-author Sushanta Mitra, a professor…

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On Isolation vs Solitude or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love 50 Cent (Reflections on May) 59:14

7d ago59:14

59:14

In this very special solo episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko wraps up the month of May with honesty, humor, and plenty of personal insight. James digs into the duality of solitude versus loneliness, celebrates the small victories of incremental growth, and shares what he learned from his ongoing DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) group. H…

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BONUS: How to encourage your child's healthy body image (Project Parenthood bonus) 11:15

7d ago11:15

11:15

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you an episode of our Project Parenthood podcast. On this episode, a parent reached out to Dr. Nanika Coor about their concern for their daughte…

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Giving birth to a wiser self, by Elizabeth Lesser 31:45

7d ago31:45

31:45

One icy morning on a Vermont farm, Elizabeth Lesser is witness to a miraculous thing: the birth of a bleary, bleating baby lamb. Years later, as a midwife, she is still filled with this sense of awe and wonder at every birth. It’s through that process of coaching new life into the world, she learns how to sit through the difficult – even the painfu…

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Types of Grief You Carry Without Realizing & How to Survive Each One 44:15

9d ago44:15

44:15

Feeling swallowed by grief’s endless waves? I unpack anticipatory loss, disenfranchised pain, and the ripple-effect grief few name, guiding highly sensitive people toward emotional boundaries, mental health balance, and steady peace. We explore why numbness can protect, how self-permission heals, and which daily practices anchor life when everythin…

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Could We Speak to Dolphins? A Promising LLM Makes That a Possibility 19:07

11d ago19:07

19:07

Dolphins have a broad vocabulary. They vocalize with whistles, clicks and “burst pulses.”This varied communication makes it challenging for scientists to decode dolphin speech. Artificial intelligence can help researchers process audio and find the slight patterns that human ears may not be able to identify. Reporter Melissa Hobson took a look at D…

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Do Mitochondria Talk to Each Other? A New Look at the Cell’s Powerhouse 27:04

13d ago27:04

27:04

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell—but new research suggests they might be far more complex. Columbia University’s Martin Picard joins Scientific American’s Rachel Feltman to explore how these tiny organelles could be communicating and what that might mean for everything from metabolism to mental health. Check out Martin Picard’s …

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The Hidden Benefits of Bullying (with special guest Magda Baker) 1:24:31

14d ago1:24:31

1:24:31

This week on a very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko welcomes the inimitable Magda Baker—singer, songwriter, producer, actor, and co-founder of the queer arts magazine Beautiful Trash for Beautiful People—for a candid, funny, and wide-ranging conversation about art, friendship, community, and navigating modern life. Together, J…

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Three love stories, by Rohan Gunatillake 15:42

14d ago15:42

15:42

Love sneaks up on us. It’s a sudden awakening from the mundane. It’s divinity in the everyday. In this special episode, Rohan shares a trio of stories about his love, Lucy. The childlike purity and sweeping hold of love will wash over you in this intimate listening experience from Meditative Story’s very own Rohan. Each episode of Meditative Story …

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BONUS: 7 simple ways walking can improve your mental health and well-being (From the Savvy Psychologist podcast) 10:26

14d ago10:26

10:26

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with a series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Savvy Psychologist podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson shares how walking can boost mental health by reduci…

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How to Make Gold, Flamingo Food Tornado, and Kosmos-482 Lands 8:09

15d ago8:09

8:09

Soviet-era spacecraft Kosmos-482 lands, though no one is certain where. Physicists turn lead into gold. Overdose deaths are down, in part thanks to the availability of naloxone. Flamingos make underwater food tornadoes. Chimps use leaves as a multi-tool. Recommended reading: A New, Deadly Era of Space Junk Is Dawning, and No One Is Ready https://ww…

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Empathy Has a Price: Balancing Compassion with Self-Protection 37:29

16d ago37:29

37:29

In this episode, we explore how empathy can become costly when not balanced with healthy discernment. Childhood trauma often creates "red flag erasers" that prioritize relationships over personal wellbeing. Learn how to maintain your compassionate nature while developing the wisdom to protect yourself from one-sided connections. BOUNDARIES INTENSIV…

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Could Freezing Arctic Sea Ice Combat Climate Change? 25:29

18d ago25:29

25:29

The year-round sea ice in the Arctic is melting and has shrunk by nearly 40 percent over the past four decades. Geoengineering companies such as Real Ice are betting big on refreezing it. That may sound ridiculous, impractical or risky—but proponents say we have to try. The U.K. government seems to agree, investing millions into experimental approa…

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How a West Texas Outbreak Threatens Measles Elimination Status 10:00

20d ago10:00

10:00

Measles was technically “eliminated” in the U.S. in 2000 thanks to high measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination rates. While prior outbreaks have made headlines, a slew of cases in West Texas is more than just newsworthy—it could cause the U.S. to lose elimination status. Associate health and medicine editor Lauren Young explains what eliminat…

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Rebuilding Connection After Mistakes (with special guest Dr. Christine Cooper) 1:01:51

21d ago1:01:51

1:01:51

In this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko welcomes Dr. Christine Cooper — pharmacist, author, and self-proclaimed “reforming mean girl.” Christine opens up about her journey from being a not-so-nice kid to learning about empathy, accountability, and authentic human connection. She shares personal stories of growth, how consta…

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The joy of being an unwilling traveler through life, by Maya Shankar 30:51

21d ago30:51

30:51

Maya Shankar is a cognitive neuroscientist and host of the award-winning podcast A Slight Change of Plans. As a girl, she struggles with taking things too seriously: herself, the sufferings of others, the hypothetical misfortunes she imagines for the future. She turns to her father for perspective — and he takes her on a memorable walk, one that he…

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BONUS: What's the best protein powder? (From the Nutrition Diva podcast) 15:21

21d ago15:21

15:21

Missing new episodes of Get-Fit Guy already? The team at Quick and Dirty Tips has you covered with the first in our series of special episode presentations from across our network of shows and beyond. This week, we bring you a recent episode of the Nutrition Diva podcast. In this episode, Dr. Monica Reinegal walks listeners through the best methods…

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Sinking Cities, Waving Cuttlefish and Falling Spacecraft 8:17

22d ago8:17

8:17

A 1970s Soviet spacecraft is hurtling down from space—and no one knows where it will land. All 28 of the most populous cities in the U.S. are slowly sinking. Investments and overconsumption make the wealthiest 10 percent of the global population responsible for two thirds of climate-change-related warming. Recommended reading: Cuttlefish May Commun…

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Post Narcissistic Stress Disorder (PNSD) 45:07

23d ago45:07

45:07

Helping people admit what they feel in order to heal from the effects of narcissism from a Biblical and Psychological perspective. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Webs…

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Reflecting & The Truth About Student Loans They Never Told Us 53:32

23d ago53:32

53:32

Is your inner critic louder than your inner nurturer when you think about past money mistakes? I’ve wrestled with reflection that felt like punishment instead of growth. This conversation on student loan debt, financial shame, and reclaiming self-authority explores how we begin to shift toward healing. Mental Health isn’t separate from money. And w…

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This Podcast Was Recorded Inside a Particle Collider 18:11

25d ago18:11

18:11

We’re taking a field trip to the U.S.’s only particle collider, the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC), housed at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Staff scientist Alex Jentsch takes listeners through some basic terminology and interconnected technologies that help Brookhaven researchers probe questions about our unseen universe. The RHIC is wind…

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Rejecting Toxic Fitness Culture with Casey Johnston 17:56

27d ago17:56

17:56

Casey Johnston is not your typical health and fitness influencer. She joins host Rachel Feltman to discuss how finding joy in strength training changed her relationship to fitness, food and body image. Johnston’s new book, A Physical Education, reflects on engaging with exercise in a balanced way. Recommended reading: You can get Johnston’s book A …

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Is He a GOOD MAN 55:43

28d ago55:43

55:43

Helping people admit what they feel in order to heal from the effects of narcissism from a Biblical and Psychological perspective. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Webs…

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Finding Light in Dark Stories (with special guest Mel Zee) 1:01:08

28d ago1:01:08

1:01:08

In this candid and thought-provoking episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko welcomes content creator and true crime aficionado Mel Zee for a wide-ranging exploration of friendship, online connection, and the psychology of digital communities. James and Mel retrace the origins of their own friendship, sparked through TikTok, and unpack the ev…

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Mud, sweat, and tears, by Shani Tran 33:49

28d ago33:49

33:49

Midway through a grueling, muddy obstacle course, Shani Tran is so grateful for the support of her father, her teammate, who cheers her on and pulls her through. But in other parts of life, she knows, he’s just not there for her in the same way. And that’s ... okay. She shares three stories — with humor, and with honesty — that build to a lifelong …

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Fitness, longevity, and letting go: Kevin says farewell to Get-Fit Guy 14:27

28d ago14:27

14:27

After nearly 3 years as host of Get-Fit Guy, Kevin distills everything he’s learned into one powerful message—and opens up about what’s next in his journey. Get-Fit Guy is hosted by Kevin Don. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a fitness question? Email Kevin at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (510) 353-3014. F…

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The Drain of Narcissistic Triangulation and Flying Monkeys 57:57

29d ago57:57

57:57

Helping people admit what they feel in order to heal from the effects of narcissism from a Biblical and Psychological perspective. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Webs…

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Jupiter’s Cyclones, Amazon’s Satellites and T. rex Collagen 9:01

29d ago9:01

9:01

The congressionally mandated National Climate Assessment grinds to a halt. Amazon launches its first round of Internet satellites. The European Space Agency launches a satellite to measure the biomass of Earth’s trees. New data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft offer insights into Jupiter and Io. Claims of Tyrannosaurus rex leather are, predictably, misl…

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The Soulful Bucket List That Healed Me and Changed Everything 40:06

1M ago40:06

40:06

Many Highly Sensitive People live in constant survival mode, feeling burnt out, anxious, and disconnected from joy. In this episode, we offer a soulful alternative: a bucket list of simple, healing experiences that shift us from surviving to truly living. I share powerful practices like witnessing a sunrise in stillness, writing to your younger sel…

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The Fungi Facing Extinction and the Conservationists Working Hard to Protect Them 12:07

1M ago12:07

12:07

Conservationists are ringing the alarm about the fungi facing extinction. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List features vulnerable pandas and endangered tortoises, but it also highlights more than 400 fungi species that are under threat. Gregory Mueller, chief scientist emeritus at the Chicago Botanic Garden and coordi…

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Things to Stop Apologizing For 44:56

1M ago44:56

44:56

Helping you admit what you feel in order to heal from the effects of Narcissistic Abuse. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Website: www.ITIzFINISHED.com IT Iz FINISHED E…

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Griefbots Offer AI Connections with Deceased Loved Ones 16:18

1M ago16:18

16:18

Griefbots, artificial intelligence chatbots that mimic deceased loved ones, are increasingly in popularity. Researcher Katarzyna Nowaczyk-Basińska reflects on what death, grief and immortality look like in the digital age. She shares insights from a project that she is leading as a AI2050 Early Career Fellow: Imaginaries of Immortality in the Age o…

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Sunshine Monkeys Rejoice! (Reflections on April) 53:09

1M ago53:09

53:09

Join me as I reflect on the month of April, discussing the return of the sun and its impact on my mental health, personal growth, and the delicate balance of maintaining connections while undergoing distress tolerance therapy. In this episode, I introduce new ideas for tracking personal development and share invaluable insights from recent guests s…

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How your senses (and the fitness industry) might be lying to you 12:44

1M ago12:44

12:44

This week, Kevin goes off the fitness path and dives deep into philosophy, exploring how our senses—and even industries like fitness—can deceive us. From Plato and Descartes to The Matrix and Baudrillard, he explains why what you think is real might just be a well-crafted illusion. Plus, hear how you can keep connecting with Kevin after his final e…

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Learning to heal by learning to feel, by Niall Breslin 39:53

1M ago39:53

39:53

From the outside, Niall Breslin — known by legions of Irish fans as Bressie — appears to have led a charmed life. He’s had a professional Rugby career, achieved national stardom as a musician, and been a coach on The Voice of Ireland. But behind all those achievements lies Niall’s struggle with repressed emotions and generations of unresolved pain.…

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Episode #107 - Goal Setting & Nutrition, Katherine Reutter-Adamek, U.S. Olympian & Mental Skills Coach 37:31

1M ago37:31

37:31

Katherine Reutter-Adamek is a Former US Olympic Short Track Speed Skater turned Mental Skills and Nutrition Coach. She was a 2 x Olympic Medalist at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, reaching the pinnacle of sports. This was a powerful conversation about how athletes can pursue their goals while building a healthier relationship with both their sport an…

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Closing Doors for a Purpose with Author Ieisha M. Gilliam 1:07:46

1M ago1:07:46

1:07:46

Closing Doors for a Purpose by Ieisha Gilliam available on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Closing-Doors-Purpose-Ieisha-Gilliam/dp/1304989836/ref=sr_1_1?crid=221P182067RIT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kHvtCKL-YeaGEpKcdSa5Ow.Tp6-LUpTZrQTJIMyxffPAZTtvElfoeQQXdDZ542zAy8&dib_tag=se&keywords=closing+doors+for+a+purpose+Ieisha+Gilliam&qid=1745837251&sprefix=closing+d…

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Scientific American in 1925: Solar Eclipses, Seances and Some Strange Inventions 9:26

1M ago9:26

9:26

We’re taking a break from our usual weekly news roundup to do a little time travel. In 1925 Scientific American covered a total solar eclipse that featured some surprising solar shadow play and a prediction about today’s eclipses. Plus, we review some long-gone sections of the magazine that tried to verify mediums and show off zany inventions! Reco…

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Call in Show: Why Energy Vampires ALWAYS Find You (And How To Stop It) 23:51

1M ago23:51

23:51

Why do certain people always seem to find and drain you? Mental health problems often worsen for Highly Sensitive People when they continually attract energy vampires. If you've experienced trauma, you might feel like you have a target on your back for manipulative, self-serving people. Workshops & Programs: BOUNDARIES INTENSIVE WITH NIKKI: https:/…

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Dealing with Emotional Manipulators 57:03

1M ago57:03

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Helping people admit what they feel in order to heal from the effects of narcissism from a Biblical and Psychological perspective. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Webs…

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How to Become an Urban Naturalist 25:05

1M ago25:05

25:05

Wild NYC author Ryan Mandelbaum takes host Rachel Feltman through New York City’s Prospect Park to find urban wildlife. They explore the city’s many birds, surprising salamanders and unexpected urban oases. Plus, they discuss what the rules of engagement with wildlife are and how you can find wildlife in your own urban or suburban environment. Reco…

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Dealing with Verbal Abuse 1:00:22

1M ago1:00:22

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Helping people admit what they feel in order to heal from the effects of narcissism from a Biblical and Psychological perspective. Website: www.NarcAbuseNoMore.org Email: [email protected] Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F37STVQCNJ9D8 CASH APP - $evangelistklrch1975 IT Iz FINISHED End Times’ Ministries Webs…

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Episode #106 - Handling Failure and Poor Performances with Colt Olson, Colorado Rockies Mental Skills Coordinator 22:54

1M ago22:54

22:54

In this episode, Colt explains the best way an athlete can manage failure, the emotions that arise from failure, and how to shift your perspective on failure. We also discuss navigating role changes as well as what to do and what not to do when faced with adversity within your team and/or organization. Work with Colt Monkey Mind Website Follow Monk…

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Our Fear and Fascination around Snakes 16:15

1M ago16:15

16:15

When writer Stephen S. Hall was a child, he would capture snakes—much to his mother’s chagrin. Now the science journalist is returning to his early fascination In his latest book, Slither: How Nature’s Most Maligned Creatures Illuminate Our World. The book explores our long, complicated relationship with snakes. Plus, Hall chats about humans’ and o…

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