Best Josh Cain Podcasts (2025)

1
Lions, Daniels, and Statues... Oh my! - End Times Pt. 4 1:52:10

16h ago1:52:10

1:52:10

We start the book of Daniel. A book full of meaningful insights into what it means to think of the mind of God... or some confusing bullshit that made people feel smart by buying a scroll instead of giving a hungry guy some food. Oh yeah, just the fact they bought the scroll that the bible is based on pisses me off now. This is how militant atheism…

1
Embrace the Chaos: Finding Clarity Through Meditation with Henry Shukman (Part 2) 1:00:08

3d ago1:00:08

1:00:08

In part one of this two-part conversation, we walked along the edge of paradox where effort gives way to ease and the search itself becomes the obstacle. In this second part of my conversation with Zen teacher Henry Shukman, the way begins to reveal itself, not as something we grasp, but something we live. We talk about awakening, the collapse of s…

1
How To Get a Fluffy Hippocampus with Wendy Suzuki | Get Fit Sanely Listener Picks 14:29

2d ago14:29

14:29

We asked listeners to tell us about some of their favorite episodes from our Get Fit Sanely series, and we’ll be bringing you some excerpts of those episodes on Fridays this month. Today, we’re hearing from listener Cynthia who had a vivid takeaway from our episode on exercise and the brain with neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Paid subscribers of DanH…

1
Episode 470 - Soonercon 33 30:21

3d ago30:21

30:21

This week, Josh sits down with Amber and Rachel to chat about the upcoming Soonercon 33. We discuss the guests, events, workshops, the 18+ Latercon, Josh moderating some of the panels, and much more. Grab you tickets at Soonercon.com and join us June 20th-22nd (2 weeks). Will you be attending Soonercon this year? Sound off in the Spotify comments! …

1
Ep. #3572: UFC PPV preview, Jon Jones still acting retired, Maycee Barber speaks out, more 48:42

8h ago48:42

48:42

On Episode 3,572, the focus was the upcoming mega PPV this weekend. The guys promoted the watch-along and covered all the angles.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
Easy, Evidence-Based Hacks for Fitness | Marielle Segarra 58:51

2d ago58:51

58:51

Including: “exercise snacking,” prioritizing play, and overcoming “revenge bedtime procrastination.” Marielle Segarra is a reporter and the host of NPR's Life Kit, the award-winning podcast and radio show that shares trustworthy, nonjudgmental tips that help listeners navigate their lives. In this episode we talk about: How and why Marielle got in…

1
Embrace the Chaos: Finding Clarity Through Meditation with Henry Shukman (Part 1) 1:00:25

6d ago1:00:25

1:00:25

In this episode, Henry Shukman discusses how to embrace the chaos and find clarity through meditation while exploring themes of self-development and self-love. Henry emphasizes the balance between effort and acceptance in spiritual practice, highlighting the interplay between sudden insights (satori) and gradual progress. He also discuss the import…

1
Ep. #3571: UFC results, Main Event is cancelled, John Wood & Miranda Maverick Interviews, more 1:24:55

20h ago1:24:55

1:24:55

On Episode 3,571, the guys had a UFC event to cover and also welcomed two guests onto the show, Coach John Wood & Miranda Maverick.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
Peak Performance at Any Age | Christiane Wolf (Dharma Teacher/Doctor/Ultramarathoner) 1:15:52

7d ago1:15:52

1:15:52

Beyond the cliché: listening to your body. Christiane Wolf, MD, PhD is a former physician and internationally known mindfulness and Insight (Vipassana) meditation teacher. She is the author of “Outsmart Your Pain” and the coauthor of “A Clinician’s Guide to Teaching Mindfulness”. She is also a senior teacher at InsightLA in Los Angeles. And in her …

1
Navigating Fear and Hope: the Everyday Courage That Shapes Our Lives with Ryan Holiday 52:41

10d ago52:41

52:41

In this episode, Ryan Holiday explores navigating fear and hope and the everyday courage that shapes our lives. He unpacks how to confront our fears and how we need to do so, over and over. With great stories and insights, we are reminded that we don’t have to be fearless, we just have to begin. Key Takeaways: The concept of courage and its signifi…

1
How To Take Care of Your Body Without Losing Your Mind 46:58

7d ago46:58

46:58

Behind the scenes of this year’s Get Fit Sanely series with ace producers Eleanor Vassili and Marissa Schneiderman. Today we’re kicking off the third annual iteration of a very popular series we do, called Get Fit Sanely. It’s all about how to take care of your body without losing your mind. This is a dynamic tension many of us struggle to manage. …

1
Ep. #3570: UFC preview, Jon Anik interview, Tatsuro Taira interview, more 1:01:32

10d ago1:01:32

1:01:32

On Episode 3,570, the UFC is back so the guys previewed the card and then they were joined by Jon Anik to talk about some of the big PPVs coming up. Lastly, they spoke to Tatsuro Taira, who will be taking on Amir Albazi.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
Sebene Selassie & Jeff Warren On: How Friendship Helps Your Meditation; Vulnerability vs Oversharing; And Advice for People Pleasers 1:13:04

12d ago1:13:04

1:13:04

An often overlooked secret to improving your meditation practice. Sebene Selassie, an author and meditation teacher. She writes the popular newsletter remind me to love and her first book is called, You Belong. Jeff Warren is also an author and meditation teacher. He writes the popular Substack newsletter Home Base and is the coauthor, along with m…

1
BRC 98: Balancing High Academics and Baseball at the Next Level with Northwestern University Head Coach Ben Greenspan 57:12

12d ago57:12

57:12

Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Northwestern University Head Coach Ben Greenspan. Justin and Coach Greenspan take a look at high level baseball and academics. There is a lot to be learned with what it takes to be successful both, academically and athletically, at the collegiate level. There is a fine balance. Justin and Coach Greensp…

1
Failure as Fertilizer: Learning to Bloom Again with Debbie Millman 59:56

13d ago59:56

59:56

In this episode, Debbie Millman explores how we can use failure as fertilizer and learn to bloom again. Debbie's book and this conversation is about more than just gardening tips or tools, it's about what happens when we let ourselves be bad at something, especially later in life. Debbie opens up about learning to grow and why failure might be the …

1
Ep. #3569: Mario Bautista & Sergio Pettis interviews, Merab wants to fight in Mexico, more 1:23:38

8d ago1:23:38

1:23:38

On Episode 3,569, the guys had two guests join the show. The first was Mario Bautista, who will now be facing Patchy Mix. The second guest was PFL’s Sergio Pettis. No major MMA so they did the interviews and hit the news.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
What Distraction Does to Your Brain—and How To Regain Cognitive Control | Adam Gazzaley 1:13:22

14d ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Distraction is making you anxious and sleepless. Here’s how to fix it. Adam Gazzaley, M.D., Ph.D. is the David Dolby Distinguished Professor of Neurology, Physiology and Psychiatry, and Founder & Executive Director of Neuroscape at UCSF. He co-authored the 2016 book “The Distracted Mind: Ancient Brains in a High-Tech World”. In this episode we talk…

1
Virgin Bosom Buddies - End Times Pt. 3 1:58:26

15d ago1:58:26

1:58:26

Ok folks. We've said it before, but we really mean it this time, this is going to be a messed up one. We're covering the book of Ezekiel and it is NOT light reading. It is weird. It is violent. It is a little kinky. Website - https://www.biblestoriesforatheists.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bibleatheists…

1
Episode 469 - Osora with creator Toni Renea 32:25

16d ago32:25

32:25

What's Up Fandom! On today's episode, Josh is joined by Toni Renea to discuss her webcomic Osora. They chat about the plot, characters, Toni's influences growing up, Ranma 1/2, renting movies from Blockbuster, and much more. Did drop this episode on Osora's birthday?? Yes. Yes we did. Who's your favorite character in Osora? Sound off in the Spotify…

1
From Benches to Breakthroughs: A New Approach to Mental Health with Dixon Chibanda 54:52

17d ago54:52

54:52

In this episode, Dr. Dixon Chibanda explores from benches to breakthroughs: a new approach to mental health. He explains why storytelling, radical empathy, and solving daily-life problems often outperform medication-first approaches; how three simple steps—opening the mind, uplifting, strengthening—turn elders into community healers; and why hope, …

1
A Simple Guided Meditation from Dan | Live from the Renegade Sangha 13:07

16d ago13:07

13:07

We asked not too long ago in the chat on our Substack community – which you can find at DanHarris.com – about what kinds of things you’d find useful as Friday bonus episodes, and one of the things we heard was: more guided meditations, please. So today, we are happy to oblige with this short meditation that I led, as part of our semi-regular live g…

1
Ep. #3568: Jake Shields involved in fight on Russian TV show, UFC wins two Emmys, Pat Militech begins his prison time, more 49:02

13d ago49:02

49:02

On Episode 3,568, the guys had a lot to talk about and gave their takes on the status of the HW division and other news in the MMA world.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
Why Self-Hatred Makes No Sense | Matthew Brensilver 1:04:06

18d ago1:04:06

1:04:06

This episode explores a compelling Buddhist question: does self-hatred, or self-love, make sense if the self is an illusion? Matthew Brensilver, PhD, is a clinical social worker and experienced teacher of meditation retreats. He also worked at an organization called Mindful Schools, which teaches teachers how to teach meditation. This episode also …

1
Beyond Anxiety: How Curiosity Turns Fear Into Fuel with Martha Beck 58:00

20d ago58:00

58:00

In this episode, Martha Beck explores how to move beyond anxiety and how curiosity turns fear into fuel. Martha dives into why anxiety can’t simply be silenced. It has to be replaced with things like creativity, curiosity, and a deep kindness towards ourselves. Key Takeaways: Discussion of anxiety versus fear and their psychological implications. E…

1
Ep. #3567: UFC results, Patchy Mix is a UFC fighter, Vicente Luque & Beneil Dariush interviews, more 1:33:59

15d ago1:33:59

1:33:59

On Episode 3,567, the guys went over the UFC results and had two interviews, Vicente Luque & Beneil Dariush.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
That Feeling of “Always-Behind and Never-Enough”—Here’s the Antidote | Ellen Hendriksen 1:06:52

21d ago1:06:52

1:06:52

How to beat perfectionism without lowering your standards. Dr. Ellen Hendriksen is a clinical psychologist who will help you calm your anxiety and be your authentic self. She serves on the faculty at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (CARD) and is the author of HOW TO BE ENOUGH: Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfec…

1
From Proxy: Mic Chooses the Wrong Life 51:01

21d ago51:01

51:01

We’re excited to share with you an episode of the new podcast Proxy, produced by Yowei Shaw. Today: the case of Mic, who feels like he defied his fate and now has no purpose in life. For her new podcast Proxy, Yowei Shaw finds someone uniquely able to help Mic break out of his regret loop. Proxy is a show that investigates niche emotional conundrum…

1
Move Your Body, Free Your Mind: The Science of Movement and Mental Health with Caroline Williams 1:07:20

24d ago1:07:20

1:07:20

In this episode, Caroline Williams shares how moving your body can free your mind as she dives into the surprising science of movement and mental health. Caroline spent years studying the brain until she realized she was ignoring half the equation. She explains how movement of all kinds, walking, stretching, dancing, and even laughter can reshape o…

1
If You’re Freaking Out About Politics | Bonus Episode with Dan 11:18

23d ago11:18

11:18

A few ideas for staying sane in insane times, regardless of your political leanings or who you voted for. Related episode: Joseph Goldstein On: Impermanence, Impersonality, And How To Use Mindfulness To Be More Creative Joseph Goldstein’s book of poetry: Dreamscapes of the Mind Sign up for Dan’s newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikT…

1
Ep. #3566: Islam vacates the Lightweight Belt, Beneil Dariush Vs Renato Moicano, more 56:03

19d ago56:03

56:03

On Episode 3,566, the guys talked about a massive rush of news from Dana White, which was the focus of today’s show.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
BRC 97: What College Coaches Look for in a Pitcher with University of North Carolina Pitching Coach Bryant Gaines 1:05:00

24d ago1:05:00

1:05:00

Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by University of North Carolina Pitching Coach Bryant Gaines. Bryant has extensive playing experience and time as a pitching coach, at the Division 1 level. Justin and Coach Gaines walk through the process of what college coaches look for when they go to see a pitcher. This is recruiting focused and appli…

1
How To Improve Critical Thinking, Embrace Uncertainty, and Stop Self-Censoring | Jenara Nerenberg 1:07:04

26d ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Plus how to speak up and challenge your own tribe, how to successfully engage with people you disagree with, and more. Jenara Nerenberg is a journalist and author. Her latest book is called Trust Your Mind: Embracing Nuance in a World of Self-Silencing. She holds degrees from the Harvard School of Public Health and UC Berkeley. She lectures widely …

1
Navigating the Messy Parts of Life: Embracing Imperfection and Growth with Josh Radnor 50:14

26d ago50:14

50:14

In this episode, Josh Radnor discusses the messy parts of life and embracing imperfection and growth. Josh Radnor explains how, even outward success, fame, acclaim, creative fulfillment isn’t enough to quiet the deeper battles within. He shares how real freedom comes not from achieving perfection, but from making peace with the messy, unfinished pa…

1
Ep. #3565: UFC results, Cejudo and Covington get into it, more 51:58

22d ago51:58

51:58

On Episode 3,565, the guys unpacked this past weekend's UFC PPV card and all of the stories coming out of it.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
If It’s Hysterical, It’s Historical: The Liberating Power of Understanding Your Past | Dr. Orna Guralnik 1:11:27

28d ago1:11:27

1:11:27

On psychoanalysis, which we haven’t talked about much on this show. Dr. Orna Guralnik is a psychoanalyst and writer. Her writing centers on the intersection of psychoanalysis, dissociation, and cultural studies. She has completed the filming of several seasons of the docu-series Couples Therapy. In this episode we talk about: The relationship betwe…

1
Episode Two - End Times Pt. 2 1:00:42

29d ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Happy Mother's day! To celebrate, we continue digging into the end times by going through the book of Isaiah. How does this book define the end times? There is probably more to say about this episode but it's not coming to me so here we are. By the way, we recorded these first few episodes a little while ago. We don't mention it but we are seeing y…

1
Why Community and Courage Matter More Than Ever with Laura McKowen 58:14

1M ago58:14

58:14

In this episode, Laura McKowen explores why community and courage matter more than ever in making change in your life. She dives into the “messy midle” – theu ncertain space between giving up what umbs us and becoming someone new. She shares the story of the Luckiest Club, a global sobriety community. Key Takeaways: Understanding that real transfor…

1
Why Am I Like This? | Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach 51:48

1M ago51:48

51:48

Why even self-help authors can still be messy. Glennon Doyle is the CEO and Founder of Treat Media, an award-winning media company that makes art for humans who want to stay human. She is an author, podcaster, producer, and philanthropist. Her books include the #1 New York Times bestsellers Untamed and Love Warrior; the New York Times bestseller Ca…

1
Ep. #3564: UFC 315 breakdown, Sam Alvey interview, more 1:29:37

26d ago1:29:37

1:29:37

On Episode 3,564, the guys had a big PPV to go over for this weekend and talked about all the storylines going into it. They also interviewed Sam Alvey.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
BRC 96: Becoming a Great Leader with Oregon State Head Coach Mitch Canham 1:11:07

1M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Host Justin Musil is joined by Oregon State Head Coach Mitch Canham. Justin and Coach Canham take a deep dive into leadership and how baseball players can become great leaders. They discuss a variety of topics around leadership and how Coach Canham has built the culture at Oregon State. This is a unique perspective from two individuals, who have be…

1
Conquer Your Money Neuroses | Lewis Howes 1:19:02

1M ago1:19:02

1:19:02

Upgrade your relationship to your wallet. Lewis Howes is the host of the School of Greatness podcast. He has written several bestselling books. His newest is called Make Money Easy: Your Path to Peace, Freedom, and Financial Abundance. In this episode we talk about: Overcoming setbacks The evolution of podcasting Developing a personal mission to he…

1
Anxiety, Beauty, and the Unknown: A Map to Emotional Resilience with David Whyte 57:53

1M ago57:53

57:53

In this episode, David Whyte explores anxiety, beauty, and the unknown as a true map to emotional resilience. David shares how anxiety can be a doorway to deeper understanding and connection. He and Eric discuss the paradox of holding both joy and struggle, the surprising wisdom hidden in everyday emotions, and how poetry and language can bring us …

1
Ep. #3563: UFC review, PFL review, Gilbert Burns Interview, Paul Hughes Interview, more 1:40:25

29d ago1:40:25

1:40:25

On Episode 3,563, the guys reviewed this weekend’s UFC card and had two interviews as well, Gilbert Burns and Paul Hughes.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
Alchemize Your Anger and Anxiety | Suleika Jaouad 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

How journaling can transform negative emotions into meaning and agency. Suleika Jaouad is the author of the instant New York Times bestselling memoir, Between Two Kingdoms, which has been translated into over twenty languages, and her highly anticipated new book, The Book of Alchemy, forthcoming in April 2025. She writes the popular weekly newslett…

1
BRC 95: How Players Can Separate Themselves in Recruiting with LSU Recruiting Coordinator Josh Jordan 1:02:59

1M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Justin is joined on this epsiode with LSU baseball Recruiting Coordinator Josh Jordan. Justin and Coach Jordan discuss the success of the LSU program and how high school players seperate themselves in recruiting. Coach Jordan shares his key insight on what he looks for and attributes that impress him. Coach Jordan reveals some key questions he alwa…

1
Unlock Your Inner Anthem: A Tribute to Mike Peters 38:07

1M ago38:07

38:07

This is a special episode from our archives with one of my favorite musicians, Mike Peters. Mike recently passed away, and this episode is more than a conversation; it’s a tribute to a beautiful soul. In our chat, we explored the idea of our lives being anthems; how defiance, hope, and inner strength were a soundtrack for his formative years, and l…

1
Distraction, Vulnerability, and A Phrase To End Sh*t-Talking | Three Listener Questions 11:39

1M ago11:39

11:39

Dan’s best attempts to answer some listener questions from our Substack community. These questions came from our live Renegade Sangha session on April 8, and all of these sessions are open to paid subscribers. Check out how to join the party at DanHarris.com.

1
Ep. #3562: UFC preview, PFL talk, Malcolm Wellmaker interview, Dan Ige interview, more 1:27:56

1M ago1:27:56

1:27:56

On Episode 3,562, the guys previewed the UFC card for this upcoming weekend. They also had two interviews. The first guest was Dan Ige, who wants to fight Pitbull. The second guest was Malcolm Wellmaker, who just got a viral KO.By MMA Junkie Radio

1
How a Buddhist Monk Deals With Anxiety | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche 55:22

1M ago55:22

55:22

Anxiety has long been a massive societal issue that spiked during the pandemic, and many of us are still feeling it in 2025. In this episode, renowned Buddhist monk Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche talks in detail about how he personally works with anxiety and panic and the practices he draws upon when dealing with these states. Mingyur began doing long ret…

1
Fluke or Fate? Embracing Uncertainty to Live a Fuller Life with Brian Klaas 56:53

1M ago56:53

56:53

In this episode, Brian Klaas explains the concept of whether things are a fluke or fate, and explores how embracing uncertainty can lead to a living a fuller life. Brian makes the case that randomness and chaos might be exactly what makes our lives matter so much, and how we tend to worship at the “Altar of Progress in the Church of Control.” We ma…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Josh Cain Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide