Best Jen Barnes Podcasts (2025)

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The (anti) Cheese Cake Factory with Jen Barnes of Rough and Tumble and Tommy Patrick of The Ballard Cut 1:09:53

17d ago1:09:53

1:09:53

We are back baby! Thank you for your patience while I took a little break. This was such a great episode. Both guests were inspiring and I learned a lot today. I hope you'll give it a listen! Thank you for all the support and kind words. It means the world to me! Also welcome our new Co-Host, Shuburt Ho Also new theme song by THE MAYA EXPERIENCE…

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How is AlmaLinux OS is community-driven? with benny Vasquez 34:14

2h ago34:14

34:14

In this episode, Scott Hanselman sits down with Benny Vasquez, Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, to explore the project's journey since the shift away from CentOS. Benny shares insights into how AlmaLinux stays community-driven, transparent, and enterprise-ready—all while navigating the evolving world of open-source licensing. It's a candid and…

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Stop ADHD Overthinking 39:08

3d ago39:08

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Ever get stuck in a loop, replaying conversations, overanalyzing decisions, or spiraling in self-doubt? You’re not alone—and it’s not just anxiety. In this episode, Jen breaks down the neuroscience behind ADHD overthinking, how it's different from anxiety, and why traditional advice like “just stop thinking about it” never works for ADHD brains. Yo…

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The United States' Standing in the Global Economy with Aya Ibrahim 56:07

3d ago56:07

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The state of the U.S. economy will come into full view this week as a wave of crucial economic data is set for release, including the jobs report, inflation, consumer confidence and corporate earnings. Where is the U.S. in terms of the global economic order? And how did we get to this point? Aya Ibrahim served as senior advisor on the Secretary of …

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320: Stop "Feeling" Anxious and Do Something About It with Robyn Graham 30:13

5d ago30:13

30:13

Is what you’re feeling really anxiety—or just discomfort? In this powerful conversation, Alicia and Dr. Robyn Graham unpack how to identify the roots of anxiety, support our kids through their emotions, and respond with spiritual wisdom and practical tools. This episode brings clarity to confusing feelings and gives you a grounded path forward thro…

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Breaking Barriers in Tech with Brenda Darden Wilkerson 32:18

7d ago32:18

32:18

In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Brenda Darden Wilkerson, the President and CEO of AnitaB.org, about her journey in technology and advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry. Brenda shares her inspiring story of entering computer science by accident, overcoming societal perceptions, and her impact…

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ADHD Burnout - or is it that your DONE People Pleasing? 19:58

10d ago19:58

19:58

ADHD Burnout - or is it that your DONE People Pleasing? Have you ever wondered if you're really burnt out… or if you’re just done people pleasing? In this episode, I’m sharing something I wish more ADHD women (including me) heard sooner: sometimes we’re not exhausted from doing too much—we’re exhausted from being too much for everyone else. From pe…

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The Resistance vs. Trump 2.0 with Omar Wasow 52:57

10d ago52:57

52:57

We’ve seen a good number of protests during Trump 2.0. What role does our ability to organize and protest play in this moment as we see the erosion of democracy right in front of us? Omar Wasow, associate professor of political science at UC Berkley, joins to discuss how he’s making sense of American politics at this moment, protests in this era an…

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319: How to Boost Your Gut Health to Support Your Emotions with Holly Andrews 27:59

12d ago27:59

27:59

What if the emotional chaos you’re feeling is actually a gut issue? In this eye-opening episode, Alicia talks with certified health coach Holly Andrews about how our digestive health is deeply connected to our mental and emotional stability. Holly shares her personal story of radical transformation, losing 150 pounds and healing deep stress, and th…

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The Art of Assembly: Exploring Low-Level Mastery with Randall Hyde 37:28

14d ago37:28

37:28

In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman talks with Randall Hyde, renowned for his expertise in programming and assembly language. Known as the creator of the Lisa Assembler and the author of The Art of Assembly Language and Write Great Code series, Randall shares his journey from developing in assembler for early computing systems to work…

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Stop "Controlling" Your Emotions with ADHD: How to ACTUALLY Work with Big Feelings 22:20

17d ago22:20

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Stop "Controlling" Your Emotions with ADHD: How to ACTUALLY Work with Big Feelings Do you ever feel like your emotions are just too much—or maybe like you’ve suppressed them so long that you barely feel them at all? If you're an ADHD woman who’s been told you’re “too sensitive,” or if you’ve spent years trying to manage or control your emotions so …

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The Supreme Court’s Power Grab Under Trump 59:35

19d ago59:35

59:35

Well, it was another consequential Supreme Court term. So, we had to have Chris's wife Kate Shaw, along with the other co-hosts of the Strict Scrutiny podcast, Melissa Murray and Leah Litman back to break down some of the biggest SCOTUS decisions including Medina v. Planned Parenthood, U.S. v. Skrmetti, and Trump v. CASA. There's a lot to discuss a…

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318: Lessons from Disney on Overcoming Mindset Obstacles to Your Big Dreams with Jeff Barnes 38:16

19d ago38:16

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What’s really keeping you stuck on the sidelines of your dream? In this inspiring conversation with “Dr Disney” (bestselling author and speaker Jeff Barnes), we unpack the mindset blocks, fears, and limiting beliefs that keep women from pursuing God-given visions. Drawing from the life of Walt Disney, we explore how to move through fear, take bold …

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APIs as the Execution Layer of AI with Postman's Rodric Rabbah 32:49

23d ago32:49

32:49

In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Roderick Rabah, Head of Product at Postman Flows, about the evolution of software development, the intersection of APIs and AI, and finding the "right layer of abstraction" for problem-solving. Drawing on his deep expertise in compiler optimization, distributed systems, and serverless com…

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ADHD Women: The High Cost of Being a “Pleasant Child” 32:28

24d ago32:28

32:28

ADHD Women: The High Cost of Being a “Pleasant Child” In this vulnerable episode, I open up about something I’ve only recently started to fully unpack: how my colicky infancy may have been the beginning of my lifelong masking as a woman with ADHD. What happens when the only way we feel loved is by being quiet, easy, and accommodating? We’ll talk ab…

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Crypto in Trump 2.0 with Zeke Faux 49:15

25d ago49:15

49:15

Note: this episode originally published on 02/11/25. A lot of things are changing. And there’s a lot of things that the new White House administration wants to do differently. One of the areas where we’ve seen a lot of attention is cryptocurrency. Some of the latest developments are pretty confounding, to say the least. Lucky for us, our guest this…

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317: Emotions While Traveling- Managing Unrealistic Expectations and Challenging Feelings 26:15

26d ago26:15

26:15

Ever been surprised by unexpected emotions like disappointment or shame while traveling? Let’s talk about the emotional landmines of travel: unrealistic expectations, body image triggers, and the guilt of “not enjoying every second.” How can we prepare our heart and mind before the trip? How can we process hard moments when they happen while on vac…

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Saving State while Still Growing with Temporal's Preeti Somal 33:32

30d ago33:32

33:32

In this episode, Scott chats with Preeti Somal, Senior Vice President of Engineering at Temporal, to explore how teams at OpenAI, Stripe, Netflix, and beyond are building long-running, crash-proof applications using Temporal's open‑source durable execution engine. Drawing on her leadership roles at HashiCorp, Yahoo!, and VMware, Preeti breaks down …

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ADHD Women and Burnout: Why You're Exhausted and How Feminine Energy Can Help with Eleonore de Posson 1:14:26

1M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Healing ADHD Burnout by Reclaiming Your Feminine Power (with Eleonore de Posson) If you’ve ever found yourself teetering on the edge of burnout—over-functioning, disconnected from your body, and stuck in “fix it” mode—this episode is your permission slip to pause. This week, I’m re-airing one of the most powerful conversations I’ve had on the podca…

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Discussing the Context of the US Bombing Iran with Robert Malley 53:00

1M ago53:00

53:00

When news alerts went out that the US sent missiles to bomb Iranian nuclear sites, debates began about how deeply the US would continue to wade into the conflict between Israel and Iran. After days of panic, President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the two countries. But it was Trump himself who, in his first term, stopped US efforts to…

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316: Managing Emotions on Social Media with Dr. Jen Bennett 28:50

1M ago28:50

28:50

If social media leaves you feeling “less than,” emotionally drained, or stuck in comparison, today’s episode is for you. Dr. Jen Bennett joins us to unpack the emotional weight we carry online—and how to reclaim peace, purpose, and confidence in who God says we are. Together, we explore powerful mindset shifts, identity-rooted truths, and practical…

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SKY ENGINE AI's Dr. Malc Souter on AI-Generated Training Data 32:14

1M ago32:14

32:14

In this episode Scott talks with Dr. Malc Souter, a computer graphics algorithms PhD and former Hollywood special effects artist, now bringing his rendering expertise to AI at SKY ENGINE AI. They dive deep into the surprising power of synthetic data, exploring when fake can outperform real in areas like medical imaging, defense, and self-driving ca…

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How to Remember to DO the Skill in the Moment When You Need it Most 11:46

1M ago11:46

11:46

How to Remember to DO the Skill in the Moment When You Need it Most Ever learned a great ADHD strategy… only to completely forget to use it when you actually needed it? You're not alone—and you're definitely not doing it wrong. In this episode of The Self-Loved ADHD Woman Way, Jen Barnes shares two ADHD-friendly approaches to help you actually reme…

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“My Brain Finally Broke” with Jia Tolentino 57:00

1M ago57:00

57:00

You’ve probably come across content online that seems real but is actually fake. And that experience is becoming more common with the proliferation of AI generated content. Our guest this week points out that the mental gymnastics of this starts to take a toll. Jia Tolentino, a staff writer at The New Yorker, wrote a piece all about this aptly titl…

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315: Are You Disappointed Because of Unrealistic Expectations? 18:54

1M ago18:54

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We all carry expectations of our spouse, our kids, and our faith journey. What happens when those expectations go unspoken… or unmet? In this episode, we’re uncovering how hidden assumptions lead to emotional disappointment and what it really means to align our expectations with grace, truth, and God’s timing. If you’ve been frustrated, resentful, …

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Dave Barry is the Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass 46:07

1M ago46:07

46:07

When authors want to talk about their book they go on a book tour and often they go to large companies like Microsoft and speak to us in person. I had the opportunity to interview Dave Berry in person and I jumped at it. I grew up reading his humor column syndicated in The Oregonian, and his brand of sarcasm and dry humor matches mine. This episode…

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When ADHD Strategies Fail: The REAL Work You Need Now 23:28

2M ago23:28

23:28

What do you do when even your best ADHD strategies stop working? In this powerful episode, we explore what’s really going on when the tools, systems, and techniques that once helped you manage your ADHD suddenly fall flat—or never worked in the first place. Spoiler: it's not because you're doing it wrong. You’ll learn: Why ADHD-friendly strategies …

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Strategies for the Resistance 2.0 with Leah Greenberg 52:34

2M ago52:34

52:34

Note: this episode originally published on 01/07/25. Our guest this week co-founded one of the biggest groups that initially came about in response to Trump 1.0. Leah Greenberg is co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible, an organization with a mission to organize thousands of local groups to resist the GOPs agenda, elect local champions…

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314: The Disappointments We Carry in Motherhood + Marriage (But Don’t Talk About) 25:02

2M ago25:02

25:02

You’re showing up for your family and doing the “right things”... but inside, there’s a quiet grief—an ache you can’t quite name. Today we’re naming the hidden disappointments that creep into our roles as moms and wives and exploring how to heal them through honest reflection, emotional clarity and God’s grace. This is the conversation we rarely ha…

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Startup Mindsets with Earl Valencia 32:31

2M ago32:31

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What does it really take to succeed in today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven world? In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Earl Valencia—acclaimed tech leader, venture-backed founder, and author of Startup Mindsets: A Blueprint to Thrive in an Innovation-Driven and Globally Connected World. Earl brings real-world insights from…

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ADHD and Cognitive Distortions 27:50

2M ago27:50

27:50

🎙 Episode 103: ADHD and Cognitive Distortions – What They Are and What to Do Instead Do you ever spiral over something small—like a dead bug on the floor—and suddenly you’re convinced your whole life is unraveling? That’s not just anxiety. That’s a cognitive distortion—and ADHD brains are especially prone to them. In this episode, Jen Barnes, ADHD …

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The Narrative vs. Real Effects of This Economy with Joe Weisenthal 56:17

2M ago56:17

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It can be hard to follow and make sense of all of the volatility we’ve been seeing in the markets and economy recently. Lucky for us, Joe Weisenthal, co-host of Bloomberg’s “Odd Lots” podcast is joining this week to help break down what’s been going on. He joins WITHpod to discuss recent economic volatility and what it means for financial markets v…

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313: Is Disappointment the Real Reason Why You're Overwhelmed, Tired + Irritated? 22:48

2M ago22:48

22:48

Feeling drained, short-tempered, or emotionally numb? It may not just be your schedule—it might be disappointment. This episode uncovers the hidden emotional weight behind daily irritation, burnout, and fatigue, and shows how unprocessed grief and unmet expectations can quietly harden your heart. Discover how disappointment often disguises itself a…

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AI and visualizing multidimensional vectors with Pamela Fox 41:20

2M ago41:20

41:20

Ever wonder how AI “sees” high-dimensional data? In this special 1,000th episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with AI expert Pamela Fox about the fascinating world of visualizing complex data. Pamela breaks down how those abstract numbers and vectors can be turned into visuals we can actually understand—basically helping us see how AI th…

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ADHD Self-Doubt: How to Stop Chasing External Answers and Do What Works 29:53

2M ago29:53

29:53

🎧 ADHD Self-Doubt – How to Stop Chasing External Answers and Do What Works If you're an ADHD woman who's ever thought, "Maybe I just need one more course, one more expert, one more answer to finally figure it all out," you're not alone—and this episode is for you. In this raw, eye-opening conversation, Jen shares her personal journey through self-d…

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“Empire of AI” with Karen Hao 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

There’s a good chance that before November of 2022, you hadn’t heard of tech nonprofit OpenAI or cofounder Sam Altman. But over the last few years, they’ve become household names with the explosive growth of the generative AI tool called ChatGPT. What’s been going on behind the scenes at one of the most influential companies in history and what eff…

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312: What to Do When You Can’t Stop Crying, Snapping, or Shutting Down 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

Ever find yourself constantly on the verge of tears, snapping at loved ones, or emotionally shutting down? You’re not broken—and you’re not alone. In today’s episode, Alicia shares what’s really going on inside your brain and body when emotions feel out of control and introduces two simple but powerful tools to bring calm and clarity. If you’ve bee…

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AI Code Reviews with CodeRabbit's Howon Lee 33:03

2M ago33:03

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What if AI could not only speed up your code reviews—but actually make them fairer? In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott Hanselman chats with Howon Lee, Senior Software Engineer at CodeRabbit, about how AI is changing the game when it comes to code reviews. They dig into the unspoken dynamics that can pop up in traditional reviews—like how senio…

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ADHD Foods to AVOID: How to Stop Exacerbating Your ADHD with What You Eat 36:33

2M ago36:33

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In this episode of the ADHD Success Coach Podcast, Jen breaks down: Why ADHD women are more sensitive to blood sugar crashes and sugar spikes How sugar gives a dopamine hit—but causes a crash that worsens ADHD symptoms What the stress response has to do with your lunch (yep, really!) The impact of perimenopause on ADHD and food sensitivities What k…

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Where Do We Go From Here? with Anna Galland (2024) 59:14

2M ago59:14

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Note: this episode originally published on 11/12/24. From original description: Whew, the past few days have been a lot. Like you probably, Chris hasn’t slept much this past week. There’s a lot to process given that Donald Trump is now president-elect… again. Our guest this week, who has worked as an organizer throughout numerous political ups and …

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311: Emotionally Immature Parents: How Can We Stay Emotionally Healthy While Loving Them Well? 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

How do we honor and love emotionally immature parents without losing ourselves in the process? In this raw and compassionate episode, I share biblical, emotional, and practical wisdom for navigating the complex relationship with emotionally immature parents—especially when their behavior triggers deep wounds, guilt, and confusion. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN…

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Azure AI Foundry (from BUILD 2025) with Yina Arenas 50:32

2M ago50:32

50:32

Learn how to supercharge your AI development with our integrated signals loop that connects model choice, knowledge retrieval, fine-tuning, orchestration and memory —anchored by observability and trust. Design, customize, and manage intelligent agents using open standards and protocols such as Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent-to-Agent (A2A) t…

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Hidden Obstacles Making Your ADHD WORSE and How to Erase Them 27:16

2M ago27:16

27:16

You’ve got the planners, the timers, the dopamine-boosting routines. You’re doing all the things… So why do you still feel stuck? In this special 100th episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden emotional obstacles that quietly sabotage even the smartest, most resourced ADHD women. I’m talking about fear, self-doubt, and insecurity—not the…

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What’s Behind the Tax Revolt? with Arjun Singh 57:27

2M ago57:27

57:27

Tax policy has been a core part of the Republican party. A central feature within the GOP, particularly since Reagan, has been cutting taxes for corporations and some of the wealthiest Americans. President Trump, breaking away from traditional party orthodoxy, recently raised the idea of increasing taxes on some of the country’s richest. Our guest …

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310: Detaching Yourself Emotionally from Your Kids' Decisions with Kate Battistelli 29:01

3M ago29:01

29:01

Emotionally detaching from our adult children isn’t easy, especially when we’ve spent years guiding their choices and offering support. But at some point, healthy parenting boundaries become essential. In today’s episode, author Kate Battistelli joins us to share how we can embrace the empty nest season with purpose, release the urge to control or …

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Is AI what Robotics needs? with Jasmine Lawrence Campbell 33:22

3M ago33:22

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In this episode of Hanselminutes, Scott sits down with AI/ML & Robotics leader Jasmine Lawrence Campbell to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and robotics. Jasmine shares insights on how AI is shaping the future of robotics, the challenges of integrating AI into robotic systems, and why she believes there's a place f…

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ADHD at Work, Life, and Love: A Deep Dive with Jesse J. Anderson, Author of 'Extra Focus' 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

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If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just do the things?”—this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by Jesse J. Anderson—also known as @ADHDJesse—author of the bestselling book Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD. Jesse shares what it was like to be diagnosed in adulthood, how undiagnosed ADHD impacted his career and re…

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How Project 2025 is Reshaping America with David Graham 53:55

3M ago53:55

53:55

We got a pretty clear heads up about what Trump 2.0 could portend for so many facets of American life. The Mandate for Leadership, also known as Project 2025, is perhaps the clearest compilation of goals for Trump’s second term. Now that 100 days have passed of the second Trump administration, we thought it would be a good time to see where things …

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309: Letting Go of Mom Guilt, Parenting Regrets, + Motherhood Mistakes 27:56

3M ago27:56

27:56

Do you carry mom guilt over things you said or did during the hard seasons of motherhood? Motherhood mistakes can feel heavy, but we were often doing the best we could at the time. Today, I am sharing how you can use the ADD model to let go of parenting regrets and unrealistic expectations as parents. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: [02:13] Why Does Mom Guilt H…

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Is Vibe Coding Real? with James Montemagno 45:21

3M ago45:21

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Vibe Coding has folks talking and "vibing entire applications." But is it valid? Should one use AI agents to create apps that go directly into production, or is it just appropriate for prototyping? Scott talks to James Montemagno who recently vibed a 17,000 line application and only wrote 20 bespoke lines himself. Is this the future of programming …

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