Stories have the power to change the world. Human beings have been sharing stories for hundreds of thousands of years, and with those stories came the emotional, spiritual, and physical knowledge of the ancients. Shaman Durek is a 6th generation shaman, an evolutionary innovator, and a women’s empowerment leader. He’s here to bring forth the ancient wisdom of our elders to help heal and bring happiness into our modern society. We’re sharing ancient knowledge in modern times, in order to put ...
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DEN Meditation Founder, Tal Rabinowitz, hosts intimate conversations with meditation teachers, spiritual leaders, activists, celebrities, authors and people from all walks of life who have unlocked their true life potential by discovering their authentic selves. Past guests have included: Marianne Williamson, Gregg Braden, Lee Harris, Sonia Choquette, Paul Selig, Alana Fairchild, Lori Ladd, Sarah Breskman Cosme, Anne Tucker, Amanda Seyfried, Sophia Bush, Shaman Durek, Kate Walsh, Sex with Em ...
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Have you been dreaming of helping people in a meaningful way, but can’t get past your deepest insecurities or self doubt? The truth is: every change maker has to confront those same fears. The Light Watkins Show is a weekly interview podcast that unpacks the experiences of regular folks who have navigated dark and uncertain times in order to help improve the lives others. Light candidly shares these stories in the hopes of igniting your inspiration so you can start living your purpose! Light ...
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291: The Human Design Blueprint for Better Decisions and Deeper Relationships with Author & Human Design Expert, Erin Claire Jones
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1:13:14Before Human Design became a go-to tool for personal alignment and self-awareness, before the bestselling book and thousands of client sessions, Erin Claire Jones was a 25-year-old consultant burned out from startup life and sitting next to a stranger at a dinner party in New York City. That moment changed everything. In this episode of The Light W…
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290: Light Watkins on How to Fly Through the 5 Phases of Transformation
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50:11In this solo episode, Light Watkins breaks down the real reason most people struggle with change—it's not a lack of motivation or discipline. It's the lies we keep telling ourselves without realizing it. Drawing from over two decades of personal practice and coaching thousands of people through lasting transformation, Light outlines the five distin…
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289: How 5 Everyday People Transformed Their Lives Through 7-Day Challenges, Inner Work, and a Year of Consistent Growth
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1:14:09In this special episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light brings together five individuals from his online coaching program, The Year of Transformation, to share what really happens when you commit to inner change — one challenge at a time. Each of these guests started the program feeling stuck, burned out, or simply craving something more. Over the…
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288: Chad Caruso on Sobriety, Self Discovery, and Skating 3,000 Miles Across America
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1:31:33Before Chad Caruso set a Guinness World Record for skateboarding over 3,000 miles across America, before the viral YouTube channel and the documentary, there was a broken-down car at 4 a.m., a failed breathalyzer, and a man staring down the barrel of a second DWI charge and possible jail time. That was Chad’s rock bottom—a wake-up call that pushed …
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287: Dr. Steven Gundry on Reversing Disease by Healing Your Gut and Why Everything You Know About Health Might Be Wrong
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1:04:15In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Dr. Steven Gundry, a world-renowned heart surgeon turned bestselling author and nutrition expert, to unpack a fascinating journey of personal health transformation and professional reinvention. Dr. Gundry shares how he was once at the top of his career—performing complex heart surgeries, running maratho…
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97. The Astrology of 2025 with Gahl Sasson
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1:09:10Gahl Sasson is a renowned author and teacher of Astrology, Kabbalah, Storytelling, and Mysticism, with over 20 years of global experience. His first book, A Wish Can Change Your Life, was endorsed by the Dalai Lama and translated into eight languages. He’s also the author of the essential guide Cosmic Navigator and publishes a bestselling yearly as…
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286: Leon Logothetis on a Journey Through Pain, Purpose, and the Search for the Kindness Within
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1:10:48In this deeply personal episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light reconnects with Leon Logothetis—also known as "The Kindness Guy"—for their fourth conversation on the podcast. While Leon is widely known for his global adventures and bestselling Netflix show The Kindness Diaries, this episode reveals a different side of his journey—one rooted not in…
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285: How to Rebuild Your Life From Scratch by Following What Feels Alive with Jonathan Fields
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27:48On the outside, Jonathan Fields had it all. He was a successful New York City lawyer pulling in six figures, wearing tailored suits, and working on billion-dollar deals. But on the inside, he was quietly falling apart. Working 100-hour weeks and living on caffeine and takeout had taken a toll, and a sudden health crisis forced him to reckon with a …
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96. Revolutionary Love: Shifting into Higher Frequencies
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35:30In this episode of Ancient Wisdom Today, Shaman Durek takes you on a powerful journey into the essence of Revolutionary Love—a love that transcends fear, limitations, and old paradigms. Love is not just an emotion; it’s a frequency, a living energy that has the power to transform your reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…
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284: How to Turn Triggers into Growth and Protect Your Peace Without Losing Yourself with Shaman Durek
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1:35:12In this powerful follow-up conversation, Light Watkins reconnects with Shaman Durek, now married to Princess Märtha Louise of Norway, to explore what life looks like when love meets public scrutiny — and how to stay grounded through it all. Since his last appearance on the podcast, Shaman Durek has entered into royal family life, become a bonus dad…
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283: How to Align Your Life with What Matters and Live a Life of Greatness with Sarah Grynberg
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1:32:04Most people chase success, thinking it will bring happiness. But what if the job that looks perfect on the outside is actually draining you from the inside? That’s exactly what happened to Sarah Grynberg. She had a dream job in radio—working with some of Australia’s biggest celebrities, attending glamorous events, and earning more than she ever had…
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282: Rethinking Our Relationship with the Planet and The Real Solution to Climate Change with Paul Hawken
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1:23:12Most of us want to do our part to help the environment. We recycle, we conserve energy, we bring reusable bags to the grocery store. But does any of that actually make a difference? Paul Hawken, one of the world’s foremost environmentalists and author of Carbon: The Book of Life, says that the way we think about climate change is all wrong. In this…
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281: Plot Twist: How to Survive Abuse & The First Step to Taking Your Life Back with Dr. Neeta Bhushan
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20:00In this Plot Twist episode, Dr. Neeta Bhushan shares her powerful journey of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. On the surface, she had it all—a thriving dental practice, financial success, and a picture-perfect marriage. But behind the scenes, she was trapped in an abusive relationship, living in fear, and hiding the truth from everyo…
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280: From Dream Job to Oscar Winner: My Octopus Teacher Co-Director Pippa Ehrlich on Leaving Stability, Trusting Her Instincts & Saying Yes to Life's Uncertainties
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1:17:11In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Pippa Ehrlich, the co-director of the Academy Award-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher. Pippa's journey is nothing short of remarkable—she left behind a stable, dream-worthy career as a marine journalist to follow an inner calling that defied logic. With no guaranteed funding and no clear roadmap, s…
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279: How to Break Free and Live Your Fullest Life at Any Age with Greg Scheinman
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1:16:57In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with Greg Scheinman, founder of Midlife Male, for a powerful conversation about navigating and thriving in midlife. Greg, now on his second appearance, opens up about his journey from burnout and unfulfillment to creating a life centered around purpose, health, and joy. Greg shares how, des…
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278: The Red Pill Take on Dating for Spiritual People: Abundance, Attraction, and Relationships with Michael Sartain
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2:00:44In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with men's dating coach and evolutionary psychology enthusiast, Michael Sartain. If you've ever been curious about the modern dating landscape, the rise of the "manosphere," and the often controversial conversations around attraction, hypergamy, and relationship dynamics, this episode is pa…
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277: Plot Twist: Plot Twist: How an 11-Second Loss Launched Ken Nwadike Jr.’s Mission of Free Hugs, Healing and Peace
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32:33In this Plot Twist episode, Ken Nwadike Jr. shares how missing the Boston Marathon qualifying time by just 11 seconds—twice—led to a life-changing movement of peace, connection, and activism. Ken grew up in a Nigerian household with a strict mother who instilled discipline and resilience in him from a young age. Despite facing financial struggles a…
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95. Breaking Free from Stagnant Energy & Tuning Into Your Inner Truth
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48:02In this episode of Ancient Wisdom Today, we explore how to break free from negative and stagnant energy that can hold you back. Discover how to listen to the right inner spirit—the voice of your true self—guiding you toward clarity, growth, and alignment. Join us for powerful insights and practical wisdom to help you step into a more vibrant and em…
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276: How Surviving an Avalanche Taught Cory Richards That True Exploration Begins Within
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1:46:50In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, adventure photographer and storyteller Cory Richards takes us on a journey through his extraordinary life—one filled with raw honesty, unexpected pivots, and hard-earned wisdom. From a childhood marked by undiagnosed bipolar disorder and turbulent family dynamics to living in abandoned buildings and droppi…
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275: How to Create Lasting Impact and Legacy From the Ground Up with Trevon Jenifer, 3-Time Paralympic Gold Medalist
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56:14In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with Trevon Jenifer, a three-time Paralympic gold medalist in wheelchair basketball, who embodies the essence of resilience and determination. Born without legs, Trevon’s journey to the pinnacle of athletic excellence wasn’t without its challenges, but his story is a testament to the power …
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274: How to Stop Missing Your Life and Heal from Pain with Cory Muscara
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1:45:06In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with Cory Muscara, mindfulness teacher, meditation expert, and author of Stop Missing Your Life. Cory's fascinating journey into mindfulness began in an unlikely way—trying to impress a girlfriend during college. Fast forward to today, he has spent over 15,000 hours meditating, including an…
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273: Plot Twist: How Jessica Janzen Turned Family Tragedy into Advocacy, and Found Gratitude in Life’s Hardest Moments
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42:40In this moving Plot Twist episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light revisits the pivotal moment that forever changed Jessica Janzen's life. Jessica recounts how a reluctant volunteer experience at her church led her to care for two children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)—a rare genetic condition that limits physical abilities but not cognitive s…
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272: How to Reframe Life’s Hardest Moments and Find Strength in Adversity with Katya Komleva
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1:20:30Katya Komleva’s life was irrevocably changed at the age of 20 when a boiler explosion left her with third-degree burns, nine amputated toes, and years of surgeries and recovery ahead. What could have been a story of despair became an extraordinary journey of resilience, transformation, and purpose. In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Katy…
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271: Plot Twist: How a Doctor’s Insult Inspired Martinus Evans to Run Marathons and Redefine Fitness for All
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40:14In this bite-sized plot twist episode of The Light Watkins Show, we revisit the incredible turning point in Martinus Evans’ life—a journey fueled by defiance, resilience, and a desire to prove the naysayers wrong. It all began with a random hip injury that led to a doctor's blunt and humiliating diagnosis: "You're fat, and you'll die if you try to …
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94. Intuitive Living with Sonia Choquette
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1:03:14In this enlightening episode of Ancient Wisdom Today, we are honored to host Sonia Choquette, a global author and speaker renowned as the foremost expert in the field of intuition. With over forty years of experience, Sonia has established herself as a world-renowned intuitive guide and spiritual teacher. She is the author of 27 New York Times and …
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270: The 7 Key Principles For Fulfilling Your Vision In The New Year with Light Watkins
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58:17In this special solo episode, Light Watkins delivers an empowering blueprint for achieving your vision in the new year. Drawing from decades of teaching meditation and coaching others, Light dives into the seven foundational principles that will help you break free from the cycle of unfulfilled resolutions and finally turn your intentions into last…
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269: Plot Twist: How to Advocate for Yourself and Fight for Truth and Freedom with Donald V. Watkins
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27:25In this bite-sized Plot Twist episode, Light Watkins shares the extraordinary story of his father, Donald Watkins Sr., an accomplished attorney whose life took a dramatic turn when he was sent to prison on charges of conspiracy and fraud. What could have been a moment of despair became an unexpected calling as Donald used his legal expertise to fig…
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268: How to Heal from the Inside Out and Master the Art of Being Well with Dr. Will Cole
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1:27:01In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional medicine practitioner, New York Times bestselling author, and pioneer in telehealth medicine. Dr. Cole’s journey from a rural upbringing in Western Pennsylvania to becoming a trailblazer in functional medicine is nothing short of inspiring. He shares how his parents' …
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267: Plot Twist: Why Training for Vanity Can Hurt You and What to Do Instead with Aaron Alexander
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32:06In this plot twist episode, Light Watkins revisits a pivotal moment in the life of Aaron Alexander, founder of the Align Method. Once a personal trainer focused on building muscle to look good in the mirror, Aaron’s single-minded pursuit of physical aesthetics came at a high cost—shoulder dislocations, chronic back pain, and an overall destabilized…
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266: How to Heal Old Wounds and Build a Life You Truly Love with Alexi Panos
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1:51:25In this compelling episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with transformational leader Alexi Panos, who candidly opens up about her personal evolution and the life lessons she’s gained through immense challenges. From growing up in a traditional Greek family to stepping into a fierce independence inspired by her mother, Alexi shares how…
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265: Plot Twist: How to Find Your True Creative Path When Plans Fall Apart with Cole Cuchna
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31:06In this bite-sized episode of The Light Watkins Show, we revisit a pivotal moment in the life of Cole Cuchna, creator of the acclaimed podcast Dissect. Before Cole became known for breaking down albums track by track, he was a struggling musician sleeping on floors, living the band life, and questioning his path. Cole shares the turning point that …
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264: How to Lead with Love and Prosper Like a Spiritual Millionaire with Preston Smiles
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1:23:34In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Preston Smiles, a spiritual teacher, abundance coach, and bestselling author of Love Louder and Spiritual Millionaire. Preston shares his incredible story of transformation, starting with a challenging childhood in Compton, California. By age seven, he was placed in special education, and by age 11, he …
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263: Plot Twist: Overcome Setbacks, Heal, and Find Balance Through Yoga and Spirituality with Koya Webb
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19:05In this bite-sized Plot Twist episode, Light Watkins revisits an inspiring moment from his conversation with Koya Webb, a track star turned spiritual leader. Koya shares how a sudden back injury during her college track career changed the course of her life forever. At the peak of her athletic success, Koya suffered a stress fracture that left her …
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262: How to Stand Out, Stay Creative, and Create Magical Moments in Business with Johnny Cupcakes
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1:21:51In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Johnny Earle, better known as Johnny Cupcakes, the creator of one of the most unique T-shirt brands in the world. What started as a high school nickname turned into a global phenomenon, known for its bakery-themed stores and limited-edition designs that spark joy and curiosity. Johnny shares how his ent…
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261: Plot Twist: How to Succeed Through Failures and Transform Your Health with the Power of Sprouts with Doug Evans
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34:48In this bite-sized Plot Twist episode, Light Watkins dives into the transformative journey of Doug Evans, a trailblazer in the health food world. After a series of devastating family losses to diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, Doug’s perspective on health and nutrition shifted dramatically. These painful experiences set him on a mission to reima…
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260: Real Talk About Weight Loss, Building Confidence, and Changing Your Life for The Better with Brix Glover, Transformational Health & Fitness Coach
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1:21:15In this inspiring episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with transformational health and fitness coach Brix Glover for an honest and motivating conversation about achieving lasting change. Brix turned his own life around by losing 150 pounds, going from 360 pounds to stepping on stage in a fitness competition with a six-pack. Now, he’s…
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259: Plot Twist: Why Traditional Healthcare Isn't Working & How to Fix It with Dr. Robin Berzin, Founder of Parsley Health
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21:14In this Plot Twist episode, Light Watkins introduces Dr. Robin Berzin, whose unexpected career pivot reveals how life's challenges can lead to meaningful transformation. After watching her grandmother's battle with preventable cancer and feeling unfulfilled in her role at the U.S. Attorney's Office, Robin realized she wanted to help people rather t…
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258: Learn How to Release Trauma, Truly Forgive, and Heal Deeply with Dr. Frank Anderson, Author of To Be Loved
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1:08:51In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with Dr. Frank Anderson, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, world-renowned trauma expert, and the author of To Be Loved: A Story of Truth, Trauma, and Transformation. Dr. Anderson has spent his career helping people heal from deep wounds of trauma, but his ability to connect so profoundly come…
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257: Plot Twist: How a Health Scare Inspired Simon Hill to Rethink What We Eat for a Longer Life
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27:40In this Plot Twist episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light Watkins sits down with Simon Hill to uncover the pivotal moments that led him to become a leading voice in nutrition and wellness. For Simon, the journey began with a family crisis—a heart attack his father suffered at the age of 41. This health scare became a wake-up call, as a cardiologi…
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256: Overcome Hustle Culture, Avoid Burnout and Find True Fulfillment with Israa Nasir, Author of Toxic Productivity
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1:30:56In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light Watkins sits down with licensed therapist, mental health educator, and author Israa Nasir to dive deep into the topic of toxic productivity. Israa recently released her debut book, Toxic Productivity: Reclaiming Time and Emotional Energy in a World that Always Demands More. Her story is rooted in per…
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255: Plot Twist: How Divorce and a Leap into Writing Transformed Christine Platt into The Afrominimalist
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27:20In this Plot Twist episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light Watkins brings listeners the inspiring story of Christine Platt, a writer, speaker, and advocate for minimalism. Christine’s journey, shared through a heartfelt and relatable narrative, explores the defining moments that led her to rediscover her passion for storytelling and become known a…
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254: The Easiest Way to Learn a New Language (and Actually Enjoy It!) with Mihalis Eleftheriou, Creator of Language Transfer
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1:36:35In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, Light sits down with Mihalis Eleftheriou, the creator of the revolutionary language-learning platform Language Transfer. Mihalis shares his inspiring journey, from growing up in a multicultural neighborhood in East London to creating a powerful method for learning languages that’s changing the way people a…
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