Best Tracy Cring Podcasts (2025)

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“Walking In Memphis” by Marc Cohn (f/ Evan Fonseca) 50:24

1h ago50:24

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In an attempt to combat a case of writer's block, struggling songwriter Marc Cohn took a trip to Memphis. A chance encounter at a café resulted in one of the most beloved adult contemporary songs of the 90s. “Walking In Memphis” has stood the test of time, and this week, we’re joined by Phantom of the Podpera co-host Evan Fonseca to touch down in t…

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175: Victoria Emes & GK Barry Are The SAME?! Viral Parenting & Insane Birth Story 58:45

6h ago58:45

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Grace met her older self to chat about TikTok fame, school run disasters to thrush, worms, sobriety, fake tan revelations, pelvic floors, and one of the wildest childbirth stories you'll EVER hear. 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, Grace is swinging out of the jungle and straight onto th…

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700: The Creative’s Mind: Building Mental Toughness with Dr. Jim Afremow, High-Performance Consultant & Author 55:42

2d ago55:42

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Dr. Jim Afremow is a high-performance consultant and the author of The Creative’s Mind: How Exceptional Artists Think, Make and Perform, along with several bestselling books on sport psychology and leadership. He has trained athletes, teams, coaches, and professionals across achievement domains to perform under pressure and sustain success. In this…

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Hook with Jenn Book Haselswerdt: Deep Thoughts About Peter Pan's Perpetual Prepubescence in Pop Culture 55:51

2d ago55:51

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Send us a text "To die would be a grand adventure!" Emily is delighted to welcome her dear childhood friend--and lifelong Peter Pan enthusiast--Jenn Book Haselswerdt to the podcast this week to discuss Steven Spielberg's 1991 film Hook. Although this fantasy film suffers from a lack of editing as well as some lazy 90s pop culture stereotypes regard…

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699: Embracing Mistakes: The Key to High Performance 5:49

3d ago5:49

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In this insightful episode of the High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff explores why psychological safety is the foundation of high-performing teams. Drawing on Google’s groundbreaking Project Aristotle study, she explains that the best teams aren’t the ones that avoid mistakes—they’re the ones that embrace them as learning opportunities. P…

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698: Good Awkward: Turning Cringe into Confidence with Henna Pryor, CSP, Keynote Speaker & TedX Speaker 47:03

7d ago47:03

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Henna Pryor, CSP, is an award-winning keynote speaker, workplace performance expert, and the author of Good Awkward: How to Embrace the Embarrassing and Celebrate the Cringe to Become the Bravest You. She’s been featured in major outlets like Forbes, Fast Company, and NBC, and her work helps leaders and teams reframe awkwardness as a superpower. Sh…

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697: No Grit, No Pearl 5:20

8d ago5:20

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In this inspiring episode of the High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff explores how grit is the foundation for achieving your biggest goals and dreams. She shares the powerful metaphor of the pearl—how something rare and valuable begins with irritation. Just like a pearl forms when an oyster transforms a piece of grit over time, our greates…

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“It Takes Two” by Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock 39:53

7d ago39:53

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HIT IT! Few tracks ignite a dance floor like Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock’s 1988 classic, “It Takes Two.” Built around an infectious sample from Lyn Collins’ “Think (About It),” this platinum-certified anthem didn’t just dominate clubs—it helped hip-hop cross over into the mainstream. Despite the duo’s explosive debut, follow-up efforts like Rob Base’s…

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174: Calfreezy & Chip Throw Grace a Bday Party, SURPRISE Pet Psychic & VIRAL Burger Prank?! 53:15

7d ago53:15

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It’s Grace’s birthday, so we did the only sensible thing: asked Calfreezy and Chip to throw her a birthday party! Tune in for 26 rapid‑fire questions, a surprise pet communicator for the dogs and a risky little prank call to Rob Beckett. Plus, Grace has a gift for Cal! 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and every…

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The Shawshank Redemption: Deep Thoughts About Friendship, Slow Storytelling, and the Role of Prisons in American Pop Culture 59:28

9d ago59:28

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Send us a text Though it's now consistently named #1 on IMDB's top 250 list of classic movies, Frank Darabont's 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption started out as a commercial flop with no pop culture cache. It's understandable why Shawshank struggled to find its audience: there's no romance or women, the storytelling is slow with anything resemblin…

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What’s Up With Superman? 27:03

10d ago27:03

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Jon & Tracy are talking behind-the-scenes filmmaking, Fantastic Four & Superman reviews, classic film The Passenger, Jaws documentary, Roger Corman’s influence, Steven Soderbergh’s work, collaborative scriptwriting, character description tips, decline of adult-oriented cinema, and more! 🎥 Youtube: https://youtu.be/jIRERwmlGhU 🍎Apple: https://tinyur…

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“Tainted Love by Soft Cell (f/Paul Menotiades) 45:06

14d ago45:06

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This week, our good friend Paul Menotiades returns to help us unpack the unlikely rise of Soft Cell’s 1981 synth-pop smash, “Tainted Love.” Originally a 1965 Northern Soul obscurity by Gloria Jones, Soft Cell's eerie, slowed-down cover became a global sensation, topping charts in 17 countries and spending a record-breaking 43 weeks on the U.S. Bill…

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173: Aisling Bea Parties with Paul Rudd, Splits the G & Spills on Irish Love Island Contestants?! 1:01:17

14d ago1:01:17

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Irish comedy royalty Aisling Bea joins Grace to chat partying with Paul Rudd, dodgy Guinness setups, and why Irish Love Island lads hit different. Plus, they cover everything from dry sh*tes and maggot behaviour to espresso martini disasters, millennial TikTok confusion, and first-time horror stories. Aisling’s new stand-up tour, Older Than Jesus, …

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The Beastmaster: Deep Thoughts About Storytelling Conventions, Covert Blood Libel, and Marc Singer's Glistening...Line Delivery 53:47

16d ago53:47

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Send us a text I have my eyes... I have my cunning... and I have my strength. This obscure sword-and-sorcery fantasy film from the early 1980s was a staple of the Guy sisters' formative pop culture years because it was on regular rotation on HBO (which people jokingly claimed stood for "Hey! Beastmaster's on!"). This week, Tracie delves back into t…

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696: Truth, Lies, and Leadership: How to Use Body Language to Detect Deception with Traci Brown 48:03

17d ago48:03

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In this fascinating and high-energy episode, I interview Traci Brown—ranked the #3 body language expert in the world and a go-to voice on lie detection, deception, and influence. A former elite cyclist turned deception detection expert, Traci brings a rare combination of athletic discipline and forensic insight to her work. Traci is a frequent tele…

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What's Up With Bloodlines? 32:56

17d ago32:56

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Jon and Tracy Cring are back for Season 4 of Married to Movies. In episode 72, they cover creativity in writing, Final Destination Bloodlines, and get a little political. 🎥 Youtube: https://youtu.be/HtCG7vWEFVE 🍎Apple: https://tinyurl.com/OnApplePods 🎙️Spotify: https://t.ly/wTez3 Insta: @marriedtomoviespod TikTok: @marriedtomovies Facebook: http://…

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695: Flip the Frame: How High Performers See Challenges Differently 5:25

21d ago5:25

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In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful mindset tools high performers use: reframing. You’ll hear the inspiring story of Spanx founder Sara Blakely and how her father helped her see failure as a sign of courage and growth. We break down how reframing allows you to reinterpret challenges with strength and optimism, turning setbacks into…

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“Runaway” by Del Shannon (f/ Scott Mellinger) 52:09

21d ago52:09

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In this episode, we're joined by special guest Scott Mellinger to explore Del Shannon's 1961 chart-topping hit, "Runaway." This early rock and roll classic is renowned for its haunting falsetto vocals and the groundbreaking Musitron solo—a keyboard instrument invented by Shannon's collaborator, Max Crook, that added a futuristic flair to the track.…

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172: Love Island's Tommy REVEALS Truth Behind Lucy’s Voicenote, Villa Divide, and Why He Nearly Quit! 53:46

21d ago53:46

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Love Island legend (and newly crowned king of comebacks) Tommy Bradley joins Grace for a chaotic debrief on literally everything that went down in the villa. From nearly quitting the show in week one to accidentally going viral with his “lamppost” insult — and how he REALLY feels about THAT voicenote. 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER T…

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Titanic: Deep Thoughts About Pop Culture Feminism, Jack as a Trans Man, and the Relative Buoyancy of Wardrobe Doors 53:23

23d ago53:23

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Send us a text Draw me like one of your French girls... This week, Emily finally introduces Tracie to the pop culture juggernaut Titanic, which the elder Guy sister somehow completely missed. Even in 1997, Emily appreciated how the spectacle, costumes, special effects, and even the storytelling serve writer and director James Cameron's purpose, bec…

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694: From Stress to Strength: Neuroscience, Executive Presence, and Leading Through Change with John Edwards 47:20

24d ago47:20

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In this science-backed and practical episode, I interview John Edwards—executive coach, speaker, and founder of The Edwards Groups. With a background in neuroscience and years of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, John shares powerful insights on how to navigate stress, lead with presence, and thrive through change. John’s approach blends n…

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693: Dream Bigger, Stretch Further 5:57

28d ago5:57

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In this episode of the High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff challenges you to dream bigger and pursue bold, gritty goals—even if they feel just out of reach. She shares compelling research from Harvard and insights from performance psychology that show how stretch goals—ambitious targets that push you beyond your current limits—can fuel cr…

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“Who Let the Dogs Out” by Baha Men (f/ Jim Logrando) 39:48

28d ago39:48

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Twenty-five years ago, Baha Men unleashed “Who Let the Dogs Out” on the world—and whether you loved it or hated it, there’s no denying its impact. This week, we’re joined by our friend Jim Logrando to celebrate the song’s silver anniversary and dig into everything we never knew about this Bahamian group's wild ride. From Grammy wins and Kids' Choic…

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171: Zeze Millz On McGregor DM Drama, ‘Scissor Season’ & Love Island’s Messiest Man?! 51:29

28d ago51:29

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Podcaster and out-spoken queen Zeze Millz dropped by to chat about all the latest internet tea, from SZA & Nicki, the messiest men on Love Island and MORE! Plus, Zeze and Grace discuss coming out in the public eye, and discuss 'Is 2025 the year of the scissor?' 🌴🐍✨ ANNOUNCING THE SAVING GRACE: JUNGLE FEVER TOUR! ✨🐍🌴 Ladies, gents, and everyone in b…

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Mrs. Doubtfire: Deep Thoughts About Cringe Comedy, Feminist Backlash, and Hairy Leg Appreciation 52:54

1M ago52:54

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Send us a text It was a run-by fruiting! Revisiting the beloved 1993 Robin Williams film Mrs. Doubtfire this week was a reminder to Tracie that you can never go home again. Though she was expecting some early nineties transphobia (and was mostly pleased at its absence), she was horrified to realize the film's plot relied on a kind of men's rights a…

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692: Be Unstoppable: Lessons in Mental Toughness, Leadership, and Team Success with Alden Mills 49:19

1M ago49:19

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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff sits down with Alden Mills—former Navy SEAL platoon commander, championship rower, best-selling author, inventor, and entrepreneur. Alden’s life is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention. From overcoming childhood asthma to leading Navy SEAL teams and building a $95M business with the Perfect Push…

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691: Turning Setbacks into Setups: The Optimism Advantage 5:07

1M ago5:07

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In this inspiring episode of the High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff explores how optimism can turn adversity into advantage. She shares a powerful story of a collegiate athlete who, after a devastating ACL injury just before nationals, chose to reframe the setback as a new beginning. Her shift in perspective led her to mentorship, sport …

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“Surfin’ Bird” by The Trashmen (f/Trevor Leonard and Jim Logrando) 47:31

1M ago47:31

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This week, we're finally diving into the unhinged surf-rock chaos of The Trashmen’s “Surfin’ Bird”—a Patreon pick that, frankly, we can’t believe we haven’t covered until now. This 1963 burst of raw energy, stitched together from two Rivingtons songs, has been called everything from a novelty hit to an early blueprint for punk rock. With its unforg…

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170: Tiktok STARS Paul & ‘Stop It’ Morgan Write Each Other A Love Poem, Smell Each Other’s Breaths AND Morgan’s Lesbian Advice?! 45:09

1M ago45:09

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TikTok power couple Paul & Morgan are are HERE! They dish out all the goss on their relationship, becoming parents, that time Paul got worms… AND Morgan’s iconic Lesbian advice for Grace. Plus, tune in for Grace, Paul & Morgan writing each other a love poem. Ladies, gents, and everyone in between, Grace is swinging out of the jungle and straight on…

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690: Redefining Influence: How to Communicate with Confidence and Credibility with Stacey Hanke 41:27

1M ago41:27

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In this engaging episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff talks with Stacey Hanke—nationally recognized communication expert, keynote speaker, and author of Influence Redefined and Influence Elevated. Stacey challenges the common myths around influence and shares how true influence isn’t about charisma or likability—it’s about showing up consistently with pres…

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