Best Luke Carlson Podcasts (2025)

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Strength Training and Physiological Resilience in Long Distance Runners 11:35

13h ago11:35

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In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson dives into groundbreaking new research on how strength training enhances running economy and durability for long-distance runners. Fresh off the Boston Marathon, Luke shares key findings from a study published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, exp…

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512 - Life-Changing: How HIT Altered Janaya Skye’s Life Forever — The Story of Paradox Strength 1:10:40

2d ago1:10:40

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What does it take to completely turn your life around and become a super successful strength studio owner? I’m excited to have Paradox Strength founder Janaya Skye on the podcast, and you’ll soon find out why: we talk about her amazing story, how she fell in love with high-intensity training, and how it not only helped her get her health back but p…

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The Cross is LOVE // Good Friday // John 19:1-30// Pastor Sonya Yee // 04.18.25

8d ago

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Good Friday Service

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Strength Training and Pregnancy with Dr. Alyssa Larish 23:49

9d ago23:49

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On this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson is joined by Dr. Alyssa Larish, academic obstetrician, researcher at the Mayo Clinic, and competitive athlete. They dive into the latest evidence around exercise and pregnancy, the benefits of resistance training for maternal and fetal health, common myths,…

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511 - Unlock the Secret to Explosive Growth: Leverage Media Coverage Like The Strength Shoppe Founders Melinda Hughes and Arjen Van Eijmeren Did 43:53

10d ago43:53

43:53

Want to know how to get that one big news article about your strength training business that can bring in tens of thousands of dollars worth of clients and sessions? The Strength Shoppe’s owners Melinda Hughes and Arjen Van Eijmeren sit down to talk about how you can cultivate that one big break into tens of thousands of dollars and even more news …

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America's Fallen Savior Part 2 | Herbert Hoover Troubleshoots America 1:00:42

11d ago1:00:42

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Herbert Hoover emerged from World War I with a reputation as the greatest living humanitarian. He would spend the 1920s applying his brilliance and organizational abilities to transforming the American economy. In this episode, we cover Hoover's superhuman efforts during the Roaring Twenties. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit…

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Through the Eyes of The Crowd // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Matthew 21:1-11, Zechariah 9:9-13 // Doug Glynn // 04.13.25

13d ago

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Through the Eyes of The Crowd // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Matthew 21:1-11, Zechariah 9:9-13 // Doug Glynn // 04.13.25

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More is Not Better and the Multiple Set Myth 17:30

16d ago17:30

17:30

In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson challenges one of the biggest myths in fitness — that more is better when it comes to strength training. Luke unpacks the history behind the popular "3 sets of 10" approach, shares insights from his time with the Minnesota Vikings, and breaks down decades o…

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510 - The Best Machines and Training Protocols for Starting Your Own Highly Profitable Strength Studio Fast (with Pete Cerqua) 55:16

17d ago55:16

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Have you ever wondered which are the four best strength training machines for starting your first strength studio? And not just any 4 machines — but the most bang-for-your-buck, make-your-clients-love-you-and-make-you-profitable-fast machines? Million-Dollar Trainer Pete Cerqua returns to walk you through everything you’ll need to start a new stren…

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Through the Eyes of Simon-Peter // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) //Luke 22:54–62, John 21:15–19 // Doug Glynn // 04.06.25

20d ago

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Through the Eyes of Simon-Peter // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) //Luke 22:54–62, John 21:15–19 // Doug Glynn // 04.06.25

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509 - From 2 Strength Studios to 200 — Interview with Exerbiotics and The Exercise Coach CEO Brian Cygan 47:42

24d ago47:42

47:42

What’s it like to go from just owning 2 strength studios to growing a worldwide business with over 200 outlets and counting? In this episode, I finally get to sit down and talk with The Exercise Coach and Exerbiotics CEO/Founder Brian Cygan, and we go over his fitness business journey and the lessons he’s learned when it comes to highly successful …

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Protein Action Plan 16:53

26d ago16:53

16:53

In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson breaks down the latest research on protein and how it can amplify the benefits of your strength training. Luke shares a practical 5-point protein action plan, covering everything from how much protein you need, when to consume it, and why it's especially im…

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Through the Eyes of Pontius Pilate // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Mark 14:61-65, John 18:19-19:22, // Doug Glynn // 03.30.25

27d ago

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Through the Eyes of Pontius Pilate // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Mark 14:61-65, John 18:19-19:22, // Doug Glynn // 03.30.25

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508 - A POWERFUL Guide To Managing Money in Your Fitness Business: Earn More, Grow Faster, Retire Early (With Pete Cerqua) 48:13

1M ago48:13

48:13

Personal Trainers and Strength Studio owners: are you making the most out of the money you’re earning in your fitness business so you can earn in your sleep and not worry about going bankrupt if you’re unexpectedly forced to miss a few weeks of work? Million-dollar Trainer Pete Cerqua explains the right way to manage your financials so you can earn…

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3 Keys To Training For A Competition 17:08

1M ago17:08

17:08

In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson breaks down three essential strategies for effectively integrating strength training into your competition prep—no matter the sport. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the united states. You can schedule your free Int…

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Through the Eyes of Mary Magdalene // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Luke 10:38-42, John 11:17-37, John 20:11-18 // Tyler Carlson // 03.23.25

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Through the Eyes of Mary Magdalene // The Cross Through The Eyes of... (LENT 2025) // Luke 10:38-42, John 11:17-37, John 20:11-18 // Tyler Carlson // 03.23.25

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507 - Can Lengthened Partials Supercharge Your Clients’ Muscle Gains (and How Can You Break Out of Training Plateaus)? Dr. James Steele’s New Study 48:37

1M ago48:37

48:37

Have you been looking into boosting your strength training client’s results using advanced training techniques and come across lengthened partials as a possible approach to bust out of plateaus? Dr. James Steele returns to the podcast to talk about his latest study that goes into whether it’s worth your time or not, and how you might be able to use…

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Clash of the Titans: American Presidents vs America's CEOs, with Tevi Troy 46:22

1M ago46:22

46:22

Few people are more powerful than the president of the United States and the CEOs of America's biggest companies. In this episode, presidential historian Tevi Troy explains what happens when they go head-to-head. THE POWER AND THE MONEY: THE EPIC CLASHES BETWEEN COMMANDERS IN CHIEF AND TITANS OF INDUSTRY https://www.amazon.com/Power-Money-Clashes-C…

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Through The Eyes of John // The Cross Through The Eyes of... // Mark 3:17, Luke 9:51-56, John 19:25-27, John 3:16// Doug Glynn // 03.16.35

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Through The Eyes of John // The Cross Through The Eyes of... // Mark 3:17, Luke 9:51-56, John 19:25-27, John 3:16// Doug Glynn // 03.16.35

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Live from the 2025 Health and Fitness Association Convention 17:20

1M ago17:20

17:20

Live from Las Vegas, Discover Strength CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson is joined by a panel of experts—David Geschneidner, Rick Ricknell, and Taylor Melvin—to break down the six biggest insights from the Health & Fitness Association’s 2025 Convention. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the united s…

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506 - The Best Time Management System and Growth Strategy For Strength Trainers and Studio Owners 1:07:20

2M ago1:07:20

1:07:20

How can you run and grow a successful strength training business without burning out and losing your personal freedom? Strength Trainer and Business Coach Dave Bess returns to the podcast to teach you how to structure your time so you can get the most important things done and have more time for yourself and your family so you can grow your fitness…

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Through The Eyes of Mary // The Cross Through The Eyes of... // John 19:25, Luke 2:27 // Dave Johnson // 03.09.35

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505 - A Personal Trainer’s Guide To World-Class Customer Service That Wins You New HIT Clients FAST (with Pete Cerqua) 48:18

2M ago48:18

48:18

How can you tell if your customer service is great (and if it’s not, how can you make it great)? The best way to know that is if you can get up to 20 client sessions a week in 30 days, and million-dollar trainer Pete Cerqua walks you through exactly how to do that in this must-watch episode. Pete is a legendary strength trainer, bestselling author …

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Resistance Exercise Effects on Pre, Peri, and Post Menopausal Females 9:15

2M ago9:15

9:15

In this episode, Luke Carlson dives into groundbreaking new research on the effects of strength training for women across different stages of menopause. Published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, this study examines how hormonal changes impact strength gains, balance, and muscle adaptation. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Work…

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Regrets // Discovering Identity // Matthew 26-27, John 18, 21// Pastor Jason Turner // 03.02.25

2M ago

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This sermon explored the theme of regret—the memories and choices we wish we could change. • We examined two biblical figures: Judas and Peter, both of whom failed Jesus but responded differently to their failures.

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504 - A HIT Studio Owner’s Guide on How to Train Great Trainers (with Discover Strength CEO Luke Carlson) 31:42

2M ago31:42

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What does it take to develop your HIT studio’s trainers into great ones? Discover Strength CEO Luke Carlson walks you through the exact steps you need to take with each of your trainers to make sure that they are putting your HIT clients through the best possible strength training experience. If you want to develop the best possible strength traine…

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The JFK Assassination That You've Never Heard Of, with Brad Meltzer 39:06

2M ago39:06

39:06

Everyone who loves history knows that John F. Kennedy was assassinated on November 22, 1963. Few, however, know that he was almost assassinated three years earlier. In this episode, bestselling historian Brad Meltzer discusses what he uncovered when investigating this forgotten moment in American history. THE JFK CONSPIRACY: THE SECRET PLOT TO KILL…

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10 Books to Shape Your Work and Leadership 21:10

2M ago21:10

21:10

In this episode, Discover Strength CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson shares the ten books that have had the greatest impact on his leadership, business philosophy, and the foundation of Discover Strength. Dividing them into three categories—business, leadership, and biographies—Luke discusses why these books matter and how their insights c…

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The Freedom that Comes from Living in Grace // Discovering Identity // Mark 8:22-25, Romans 12:2// Doug Glynn // 02.23.25

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503 - The Power of Becoming an Award-Winning HIT Studio (and How To Do It (with Ed Collins and Katie DeRego) 25:35

2M ago25:35

25:35

If your HIT studio hasn’t gotten an award yet, what’s stopping you? Simply Strong’s Ed Collins and Katie DeRego explain just how powerful getting awards for your HIT business can be and how you can get them. If you want to tap into the power of aiming for and becoming an award-winning strength studio, this episode is for you. ━━━━━━━━━━━━ ⚡ Get 20+…

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Machines Are Awesome 30:35

2M ago30:35

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In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, Luke Carlson explores the growing popularity of strength training and the critical role that machines play in maximizing results. With the fitness industry shifting towards resistance training, Luke debunks common myths surrounding free weights and highlights seven key benefits of using strength tra…

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What is Your Unique Identity? // Discovering Identity // Ephesians 2:10, Genesis 12:2-3, Judges 6// Doug Glynn // 02.16.25

2M ago

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What is Your Unique Identity? // Discovering Identity // Ephesians 2:10, Genesis 12:2-3, Judges 6// Doug Glynn // 02.16.25

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502 - How To Start A New HIT Studio With Just $100,000 — The Complete Blueprint from Start To Finish with Pete Cerqua 1:36:57

2M ago1:36:57

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If you had the money to start your HIT studio right now, do you know the exact steps to make sure it becomes sustainable and successful fast? Million-dollar Trainer Pete Cerqua returns to talk about the exact steps you can take to build out your new HIT studio and get sessions as quickly as possible. We talk about where to get capital, managing you…

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Lens of Grace // Discovering Identity // John 10:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17 // Doug Glynn // 02.10.25

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How to Improve Your Body Composition 18:58

3M ago18:58

18:58

Join Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength, as he dives into the science behind improving body composition and the evolution of the Body Comp Challenge, a program that has helped clients build muscle and lose fat for over 16 years. Luke shares the origins of the challenge, the latest research on strength training, protein intake, and fat loss, and…

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501 - The Best HIT Machines and Equipment for Your Strength Studio Just Got Even Better (Imagine Strength) 48:36

3M ago48:36

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How big of an impact can the equipment you choose have on your HIT Business? Imagine Strength’s Jeff Turner returns to talk about why your HIT studio equipment should help you to become as profitable as possible while helping you give your clients great results. We also go into new additions and improvements that help you serve more customers, we t…

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Episode 65: What do you struggle with in the clinic? 30:32

3M ago30:32

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Boston Bones, Tendons, Weights, & Whistles https://chrisjohnsonpt.com/product/bones-tendons-weights-whistles-boston-march-2025/ Timestamps: 2:20 What’s new with Chris4:30 What’s new with Nathan5:30 Case study one - vague hip pain14:10 Case study two - glute med tendinopathy?16:30 Chris and Nathan come to Boston18:20 Solopreneuer corner: One tip for…

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Stories of HOPE // Annual Celebration Sunday // Doug Glynn // Matthew 5:14-16 // 02.02.25

3M ago

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Stories of HOPE // Annual Celebration Sunday // Doug Glynn // Matthew 5:14-16 // 02.02.25

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5 Practices to Stay Motivated When You Don't Want to Work Out 18:27

3M ago18:27

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Join Luke Carlson, CEO of Discover Strength and exercise physiologist, as he shares five practical strategies for staying motivated when you don’t feel like working out. Discover Strength offers free Introductory Workouts at any location across the united states. You can schedule your free Introductory Workout HERE !…

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500 - What I've Learned After 11 Years of Interviewing World-Class HIT Experts and Fitness Entrepreneurs (Luke Carlson interviews Lawrence Neal) 1:11:02

3M ago1:11:02

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What can you learn after 11 years and 500 episodes of listening to world-class strength trainers, exercise scientists, and HIT Business experts? In this milestone episode, Discover Strength CEO Luke Carlson turns the tables on Lawrence Neal (me!) and we talk about the most high-impact things you can do as a fitness business owner, as a strength tra…

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To Be One // Discovering Identity // John 17:20-23, 1st John 4:12 // Pastor Bri Johns // 01.26.25

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To Be One // Discovering Identity // John 17:17-23 // Pastor Bri Johns // 01.26.25

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Workout Focus: Core Training 18:34

3M ago18:34

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In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson dives into the popular yet often misunderstood topic of core training. Luke explores the origins and evolution of core training, its widespread popularity in fitness culture, and its scientific validity. He clarifies what the "core" actually encompasses and…

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499 - The Best HIT Protocol for Strength, Muscle Mass, & Hypertrophy (SuperSlow VS High-Volume HIT Debate with Dagoberto Vila and Dr. James Fisher) 55:06

3M ago55:06

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What really is the ultimate HIT protocol for optimal hypertrophy and maximizing your genetic potential for building strength and muscle mass? In this episode, SuperSlow Master Dagoberto Vila and Exercise Scientist Dr. James Fisher debate on whether SuperSlow or higher-volume HIT can help you get the ultimate gains — and what you can take away from …

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We Are a Family // Discovering Identity // Hebrews 10:24-25, Matthew 6:9 // Doug Glynn // 01.19.25

3M ago

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We Are a Family // Discovering Identity // Doug Glynn // 01.19.25

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Workout Focus: Body Composition 10:59

3M ago10:59

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In this episode of the Discover Strength Podcast, CEO and exercise physiologist Luke Carlson explores the impact of resistance training on body composition. Luke explains how strength training increases lean muscle tissue at any age, enhancing resting metabolic rate and long-term fat reduction. He dives into the benefits of training to muscle failu…

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498 - How to Fine-Tune Your HIT Workouts and Design A Great Client Experience (with Luke Carlson) 40:47

3M ago40:47

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How can you design HIT workouts into client experiences so great that you’ll never lose a client, even when they get injured? Discover Strength CEO Luke Carlson returns to take you step-by-step on the high-level process of building a bulletproof HIT workout that not only stops you from losing clients (which is easier than you think!) and give them …

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America's Fallen Savior Part 1 | The Rise of Herbert Hoover 1:04:57

3M ago1:04:57

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His name is synonymous with failure and depression, and yet Herbert Hoover was one of the most brilliant and accomplished Americans of all time. In this episode, we cover Hoover's unlikely rise from orphan to international statesman. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident…

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Episode 64: The Skills You Don't Learn in School 39:48

3M ago39:48

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To learn more about Chris and Nathan's new business offer click below. https://skilled-teacher-862.kit.com/7fca4b4f3b Episode Timestamps 3:00 Taking time off around the holidays 6:30 Downtime in training and in business 9:00 The space between the stimulus and response 12:42 A new offering from Chris & Nathan 15:20 The non-clinical skills you need 2…

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