Best Technology That Gives You Superpowers Podcasts (2025)

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'The Next Big Idea Daily': Sure, You're Smart — But What Kind of Smart? 13:11

2d ago13:11

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Today, Travis Bradberry, author of ⁠The New Emotional Intelligence⁠, argues that understanding and managing your emotions — and the emotions of others — is even more important than IQ when it comes to success at work and in life. 📱 Follow The Next Big Idea Daily on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, or ⁠wherever you listen⁠ 📩 Want more bite-sized insight…

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How to Be the Caring Father You've Always Hoped to Be 25:22

3d ago25:22

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In honor of Father’s Day, Jim Jackson and Mike Tobie have a conversation about empathy. Mike Tobie shares his authentic journey in developing grace and empathy with his family. This powerful conversation explores how showing God’s grace and empathy can be applied in equipping our children and how that models Christ to them. In this episode, you’ll …

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How Susan Cain Found Her Voice 45:23

6d ago45:23

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Susan Cain always knew she wanted to be a writer. But her path to becoming one was anything but straightforward. She took a creative writing class in college and came away convinced she wasn’t very talented. So she pivoted: law school, white-shoe firm, eyes set on making partner. Seven years later, a senior partner walked into her office with life-…

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Screen Addiction: Prevent & Combat It by Giving a Big YES to Your Kids 40:50

10d ago40:50

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Even if your kids aren’t struggling with screen addiction, Connected Families co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson want to help you shift the conversation away from a big “No” to a big “Yes!” In this episode, you will discover how to apply this transformative approach to managing screen time in your family. Listen in to help your children find their G…

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HOPE FOR CYNICS: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness 58:06

14d ago58:06

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We think that cynicism protects us from being disappointed by other people. But Stanford psychologist Jamil Zaki says the opposite is true. When we expect the worst in people, we create a self-fulfilling prophecy that brings out exactly what we feared. So in his new book, Hope for Cynics, Jamil sets out to prove that hope isn't naive: it's smart. 🎁…

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Porn 32:18

17d ago32:18

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Today we’ve got the author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, Kristen A. Jenson, here with us to help us navigate how to talk to your kids about porn and protect them. Stacy and Kristen discuss how parents can proactively prepare children to recognize and reject pornography in our digital world. Listen in to be equipped to start the conversation with …

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RISE ABOVE: How to Realize Your Full Potential 45:36

21d ago45:36

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Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman broke free from resentment and rumination, shifting into what he calls an empowerment mindset. Are you ready to do the same? • Support our show by becoming a Next Big Idea Club member. Learn more hereBy Next Big Idea Club

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Kids & Technology: How to Navigate the Constantly Shifting Landscape 38:20

24d ago38:20

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Screens cause issues for families everywhere! The full scope of what social media is in today’s world is complex and can be overwhelming. It goes way beyond the typical social media platforms and games we usually hear about. That’s why we’re bringing in Matt & Jill Reed, founders of Know Curtains, who have created an online course for parents to he…

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MORAL AMBITION: Are You Wasting Your Talent? 1:20:48

28d ago1:20:48

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What if everything we've been told about having a successful career is wrong? Rutger Bregman thinks most of us are wasting our working lives and argues we should stop trying to get rich and start trying to solve the world's problems instead.By Next Big Idea Club

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How to Love Your Stepchildren Well with Ron Deal 42:49

30d ago42:49

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In this bonus episode, Jim Jackson and Ron Deal discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of blended families through the lens of the Connected Families Framework. Ron, a bestselling author and host of the Family Life Blended podcast, shares his 30+ years of expertise in step-family dynamics. The conversation explores how step-parents can bui…

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Stéphane Budel, DeciBio | Precision medicine is our future and our fate | TPM podcast #46 50:02

1M ago50:02

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Stéphane Budel, founding partner at DeciBio, joins the Talking Precision Medicine Podcast to explore the future of the field. He unpacks how liquid biopsy, multi-omics, and AI are opening new doors for personalized care, why the diagnostics business model is holding innovation back, and what it will take to make complex tech usable for clinicians a…

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The Emotionally Distant Marriage: Don't Stay Stuck 48:32

1M ago48:32

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Do you feel like you are in an emotionally distant marriage? In this special episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson interview Ron and Nan Deal about their new book, The Mindful Marriage, which combines biblical foundations with brain science. The authors vulnerably share how their marriage hit a crisis point after 20 years, leading them to seek help from a…

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NVIDIA: Jensen Huang Bet Big on AI. What Comes Next? 1:21:51

1M ago1:21:51

1:21:51

In his new book, The Thinking Machine, Stephen Witt offers a riveting portrait of Jensen Huang, who went from immigrant dishwasher to CEO of the world’s most valuable company. • If you enjoyed this episode, check out our conversation with Walter Isaacson about his biography of Elon MuskBy Next Big Idea Club

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El Poder de la Empatía en la Disciplina 24:22

1M ago24:22

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¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo la empatía es la llave al corazón de tus hijos en momentos de mal comportamiento. Y de cómo esta llave te ayudará a guiarlos mejor. Temas mencionados en esta pódcast: 20 Oraciones que Comunican Empatía Primer Episodio 202…

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Navigating Infertility & Loss: A Conversation with Julie Fowler

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Julie Fowler, speaker and bible curriculum writer, joins us for a meaningful conversation about her journey of infertility and the resources she’s created for other couples coping with infertility and loss. Julie shares how scripture helped her in her grief and how she wove her faith into intentional community connections that served as a lifeline …

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EXPLORATION: Why We Seek Out Big Challenges 53:06

1M ago53:06

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Humans are wired to explore. So why are we less adventurous than ever — and what are we losing because of it? Guest: Alex Hutchinson, author of The Explorer’s Gene Further Listening: Looking for more episodes about adventure? Check out our conversations with Colin O’Brady and David GrannBy Next Big Idea Club

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The Secret Superpower Every Parent Needs: The Art of Listening 38:59

1M ago38:59

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In this episode, Megan Thorp, MA and Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, joins us to explore why listening is the jet fuel in our relationships with our kids. We examine how effective listening can bridge the disconnect between us and our kids and foster emotional intelligence. We also talk about the importance of being present, understandin…

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AI 2027: What If Superhuman AI Is Right Around the Corner? 1:37:07

2M ago1:37:07

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Could AI take over in the next few years? Daniel Kokotajlo thinks so. Here’s why. 💿 Check out this Spotify playlist of our other episodes about AI 📩 Want to transform your day in just 10 minutes? Sign up for our Book of the Day newsletter, and you’ll get daily, bite‑sized insights from the best new nonfiction books — in audio or text — straight fro…

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Brain Science for Parents: How to Return to Joy When You Feel Like Yelling 50:45

2M ago50:45

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We chat with Chris Coursey from THRIVEtoday to discuss “return to joy,” a crucial skill for moving from reactive parenting to thoughtful responses. Chris explains the three-step process of feeling, sharing, and quieting emotions, while offering strategies to increase your emotional capacity during challenging interactions with your kids. The conver…

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THE ART OF EDITING: Graydon Carter on the Golden Age of Magazines 59:38

2M ago59:38

59:38

Remember magazines? Piled high on coffee tables or tucked into seatback pockets. Savored beneath beach umbrellas or skimmed anxiously in dental waiting rooms. Glorious, glossy magazines. Graydon Carter made some of the best. He started with Spy, a sly, sharp-edged monthly that managed to feel both smarter and more mischievous than anything else on …

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Anna Berkenblit & Sudheer Doss, PanCAN | On a mission to beat an ignoble killer: pancreatic cancer | TPM podcast #45 46:10

2M ago46:10

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Today’s guests are Anna Berkenblit, Chief Scientific and Medical Officer at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and Sudheer Doss, Chief Business Officer at PanCAN. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is the leading organization dedicated to advancing progress against pancreatic cancer. It empowers patients and caregivers, drives early detection …

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De la ira a la paz: Cambiando la forma de criar 32:38

2M ago32:38

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¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo Dios está cambiando a sus familias a través del marco de referencia y la ayuda práctica que trae el primer nivel de “Cimiento.” Podrás escuchar cómo “ir lento, relajar el cuerpo y escuchar” hacen la […]…

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Want to Stop Yelling at Your Kids? Try Slow, Low, & Listen 24:05

2M ago24:05

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Listen in as Jim & Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, teach the parenting concept “Slow, Low, & Listen.” This simple tool can help you develop and maintain an emotionally safe presence for your kids. Jim and Lynne will equip you with the understanding you need to apply the concept next time you feel your emotional […]…

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FAMILY DYNAMICS: Unraveling the Mystery of Sibling Success 52:51

2M ago52:51

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You know those families where the kids all grow up to be remarkably successful? New York Times journalist Susan Dominus has spent the last few years getting to know some of them, looking for parenting techniques and life lessons. She's written a book about her findings called The Family Dynamic. "I thought I wrote a book about high-achieving famili…

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Attachment Myths Busted: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Everything

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Listen in as we talk with Dr. Nicole Wilke about attachment and its profound impact on family relationships. Dr. Wilke, a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist, shares about attachment styles and explains how attachment shapes not just our parent-child relationships but establishes the pattern for how our children will a…

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ABUNDANCE: Derek Thompson on How to Actually Rebuild the American Dream 1:13:16

2M ago1:13:16

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Abundance by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson is probably the most talked-about book in the country right now. And the most hotly debated. It’s a book about how we got here — here being a country without enough housing, a country that has lost its ambitious optimism, a country that has forgotten how to build. The prescription Ezra and Derek offer to c…

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Emmanuel in the Ambulance: How God Shows Up in Our Darkest Hours 28:26

2M ago28:26

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In this episode, listen in as Brendon and Naomi Yoder share how they’ve maintained faith through multiple hardships, including the loss of their infant daughter, Taliyah. They describe modeling authentic faith by letting their children witness their reliance on God during difficult times and recount moments how God shows up consistently during thei…

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WHY GIVERS WIN: Adam Grant Revisits 'Give and Take' 1:08:39

3M ago1:08:39

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We’re often told that success comes down to talent, hard work, and luck. But Adam Grant's research suggests that view is missing something crucial. In today’s installment of Next Big Idea Classics, Adam revisits his 2013 bestseller “Give and Take,” explaining how our interactions with others determine who thrives and who doesn’t. 💿 For Adam’s previ…

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Retained Primitive Reflexes: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Development | Ep. 222 37:18

3M ago37:18

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Is your child struggling with emotional regulation, sitting still, or the feel of their clothing? These challenges could be linked to retained primitive reflexes. In this episode, Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founder and occupational therapist, explores this topic with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Amy Nyvall and Courtney Dewe…

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Najat Khan | Radical Transformation: Becoming a Medicines Company with End-to-End AI | TPM #44 38:35

3M ago38:35

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Today’s guest is Najat Khan, Chief R&D Officer and Chief Commercial Officer at Recursion Pharmaceuticals. Recursion is widely recognized as one of the most visible—and so far, most successful—companies to emerge from the tech-bio movement. Many consider it the current industry leader. It has become an iconic name in the field of artificial intellig…

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BITCOIN: A 15-Year Quest to Unmask the Mysterious Inventor of Crypto 58:20

3M ago58:20

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In 2008, a mysterious figure created Bitcoin — a digital currency without banks or borders that sparked a global financial movement. And then he disappeared without a trace. Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? Why did he vanish? And why hasn’t he touched his $100 billion fortune? Today on the show, we talk to journalist Ben Wallace about his search for answer…

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Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child's Pushback Actually Pathological? 36:24

3M ago36:24

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Have you ever asked your child to do a simple task, only to be met with an explosive reaction? In this episode, we interview Lydia Rex, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy. Lydia will help you step into your child’s shoes and understand how […]…

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YOU, BUT BETTER: The Science and Promise of Personality Change 51:25

3M ago51:25

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Can you change who you are? When reporter Olga Khazan decided she was tired of being a “high-strung misanthrope” (her words), she turned to science for answers. What she discovered about personality — and how to change it — might surprise you. Host: Daniel Pink Guest: Olga Khazan Book: Me, But Better This episode was recorded live at Politics and P…

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From Slamming Doors to Peace: How to Calm a Dysregulated Child 29:49

3M ago29:49

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In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, we explore how to calm a dysregulated child with insights from Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches Alan and Corrie Thetford. Together they share how they evolved from demanding immediate calm to modeling self-regulation, creating playful learning opportunities, and viewing emotional outburs…

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BONUS: Introducing The Table - A New Path to Transformative Parenting 12:18

3M ago12:18

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In this bonus episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward and Executive Director Anna Braasch announce the launch of The Table, a new monthly donor community aimed at providing sustaining support for Connected Families resources. Together they highlight the growing global reach of Connected Families, with more parents engaging wi…

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CARL ZIMMER: The Untold Story of the Air We Breathe 56:31

3M ago56:31

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Every day you inhale 2,000 gallons of air. What’s in there? 📕 Air-Borne: The Hidden History of the Life We Breathe by Carl Zimmer 📩 Want to transform your day in just 10 minutes? Sign up for our Book of the Day newsletter, and you’ll get daily, bite‑sized insights from the best new nonfiction books — in audio or text — straight from the authors. Si…

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From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities

3M ago

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If you’ve got a child who complains about the volume of the microwave or who won’t venture into the living room without turning off the overhead lights, this conversation on sensory sensitivities is for you! Listen in as Stacy Bellward interviews Lynne Jackson (Occupational Therapist and Connected Families Co-Founder) Together they dig into parenti…

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SAHIL BLOOM: The 5 Types of Wealth 1:05:50

3M ago1:05:50

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Turns out it’s not all about the Benjamins. Real success, according to Sahil Bloom, author of “The 5 Types of Wealth,” also requires the freedom to decide how you spend your time, meaningful relationships, a sense of purpose that pulls you forward, and the kind of health that lets you actually enjoy all of the above. 📩 Want to transform your day in…

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In Your Child's Shoes: Why Is Empathy Important? 27:15

4M ago27:15

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If you feel like you’ve “tried empathy” and you’re not a fan of the results, tune into this conversation about what empathy is and why you need more of it in your life. In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, where host Stacy Bellward and Heidi Eaton (Podcast Manager) have a transparent conversation about […]…

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STORY: How to Tell a Great One (Part 2) 45:56

4M ago45:56

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In part two of our conversation with Will Storr about his new book A Story Is a Deal, he reveals the five storytelling techniques you can use to captivate any audience. Plus, he helps us craft the story of the Next Big Idea Club. 1️⃣ Listen to Part 1 here 📩 Want to transform your day in just 10 minutes? Sign up for our Book of the Day newsletter, a…

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Ryan Fukushima | Reinventing diagnostics: The superpower of not knowing what can’t be done | TPM #43 43:19

4M ago43:19

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What a pleasure to welcome today’s guest, Ryan Fukushima, chief operating officer of TempusAI. Not only has Ryan helped build Tempus brick by brick from the earliest days, he is also CEO of Pathos AI, a biotech company using real world data and AI to develop true precision medicines. I don’t know how he juggles it all, but unless you’ve been hiding…

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Mom Burnout, Tired Dads, & the Soul Care Remedy

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*This resource was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table!* For followers of Jesus, soul care isn’t optional. For burned-out or overwhelmed parents, it offers a rare lifeline. In this podcast, […]…

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STORY: The Science Behind Humanity’s Superpower (Part 1) 54:54

4M ago54:54

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Today, we’re sitting down with Will Storr, author of the dazzling new book A Story Is a Deal, to talk about humanity’s greatest invention: story. More than just entertainment, Will argues, story is what we do and who we are. It’s how we make sense of the world, captivate, and persuade. And yet for all its power, storytelling isn’t some elusive magi…

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BONUS: 5 Powerful Reasons to Press Play & Transform Lives 15:12

4M ago15:12

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Have you thought of leading a small group through one of the Connected Families video courses? This episode will answer your questions. Small groups help combat parental isolation and create supportive communities for lasting family transformation. Host Stacy Bellward discusses the opportunity to lead Connected Families small groups with guests Pam…

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The Science Behind Building Unshakeable Kids 33:03

4M ago33:03

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Dr. Nicole Wilke is back in this episode to explore another layer of building resilience in kids–affirming character development. Dr. Wilke shares practical wisdom on speaking healing words to our children and fostering resilience through appropriate levels of challenge and support. In addition, Stacy highlights how you can use the ABC’s of Affirma…

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The Former Head of USAID on Why Foreign Aid Benefits Everyone 52:22

4M ago52:22

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When Rajiv Shah was in his late 20s and didn’t know what to do with his life, he got a job at a fledgling nonprofit, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Before he knew it, he was a driving force behind a global vaccination program that immunized 900 million children and saved 16 million lives. At 36, he became the administrator of the United Sta…

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Your Marriage Isn't Broken: It's Growing 38:44

4M ago38:44

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Got questions about marriage? Feeling like, “My marriage is broken”? Join Jim and Lynne Jackson as they candidly answer real questions about marriage from parents like you. They touch on everything from balancing time for one another with parenting to avoiding “parenting” your spouse and navigating your differences. Jim and Lynne share share their …

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Three Things We Learned Last Year 37:14

4M ago37:14

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In this special audio essay, Rufus reflects on the big ideas from 2024 that altered his worldview. 🎙️ You can find all of the interviews mentioned in this episode in this Spotify playlist 📩 Want to transform your day in just 10 minutes? Subscribe to our Book of the Day newsletter, and you’ll get daily, bite‑sized insights from the best new nonficti…

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Why 'Kids Are Resilient' Is Only Half the Story 34:00

5M ago34:00

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**Content warning: this podcast discusses mental health issues, including suicide.** Whether you’re dealing with tantrums or teen anxiety, you won’t want to miss this honest, down-to-earth conversation with Josh and Rachel Keller (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) as they dive deep into the topic of building resilience in children. As th…

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The journey to the top of life sciences technology: a lifetime of listening and learning | Talking Precision Medicine #42 47:34

5M ago47:34

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Today my guest is Joydeep Goswami, newly appointed President and CEO of the storied biotechnology company LGC. Joydeep is also a strategy advisor to Genialis. Join us as we discuss his remarkable career and lessons learned at each step of the way. Come on in and have a listen. Episode 42 links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TPM E42⁠⁠⁠ for highlights and links from this e…

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