Three brave explorers of the unknown read excerpts from a haunted book of the paranormal. Adam Knox, Luka Muller and Peter Jones are comedians from Melbourne, Australia whose souls are on the line for the podcast about ghosts, ghouls, UFOs and often a group of easily excited villagers who've just seen something slightly weird, but not really that weird. Listener beware! You're in for a chuckle.
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Join Aussie comedians Ben Vernel, Adam Knox and Tommy Dassalo as they recap and review every episode of HBO's hit new zombie thriller The Last of Us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Film & TV discussion podcast • Hosted by Alex Knox & Adam Bastin • Music by vhsmemories
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The podcast where the fake movies in real movies become real movies from fake moviemakers. Hosted by Australian screen legends and comedians Ben Vernel, Adam Knox & Tommy Dassalo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A daily diary of a month at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Three comedians from Australia, plus a whole bunch of guests, navigate a month in Edinburgh, at the world's biggest arts festival.
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Australian comedians Adam Knox and Ben Vernel review every single episode of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon. As featured on ABC Radio, Vulture.com and Buzzfeed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You can follow the show at @DrMayaShankar on Instagram. Apple Podcasts’ Best Show of the Year 2021 Editor's Note: Maya Shankar blends compassionate storytelling with the science of human behavior to help us understand who we are and who we become in the face of a big change. Maya is no stranger to change. “My whole childhood revolved around the violin, but that changed in a moment when I injured my hand playing a single note,” says Shankar, who was studying under Itzhak Perlman at the Juilli ...
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Murphy and some of his best mates guys chat about (and drink) a different beer every episode.
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The Greatness Machine is on a Quest to Maximize the Human Experience! Join Award Winning CEO and Author, Darius Mirshahzadeh (pron. Mer-shaw-za-day), as he interviews some of the greatest minds in the world―turning their wisdom and experience into learnings and advice you can use in your life so that you can level up and create greatness. Join Darius as he goes deep with guests like: Moby, Seth Godin, Gabby Reece, Amanda Knox, UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, Former FBI Negotiator Chris Voss ...
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** Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks ** Host David Barr Kirtley, author of the book Save Me Plz and Other Stories, talks geek culture with guests such as Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin, Richard Dawkins, Simon Pegg, Bill Nye, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy has appeared on recommended podcast lists from NPR, The Guardian, Wired, The A.V. Club, BBC America, CBC Radio, WVXU, io9, Omni, The St ...
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James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, ...
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Episode 332 - Altamaha River, Phantom Horseman, Evil Eel, Pub Mary
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1:06:16Or Altamachuckle Creek, Ghost Rider, Sinister Slitherer, Bar Maria.
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591. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 3 (with Tom Gerencer)
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2:39:59Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Stories discussed: A Boy and His Dog (1:39), The Region Between (37:12), Basilisk (48:29), Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54' N, Longitude 77…
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350 | Bo Eason | Building a Winning Mindset: Lessons from the NFL and Beyond
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1:15:33Ever wonder what separates true champions from the rest? It's not just talent — it's how they face adversity head-on. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with former NFL player, acclaimed speaker, and personal development coach Bo Eason to dive deep into the mindset required to achieve greatness. Bo shares powerful insights o…
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How a 65-Year Prison Sentence Unlocked My Best Life | Damon West's Story
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1:28:08A Note from James: Oh my gosh. This guy was thrown in jail for 65 years—and he deserved it. You'll hear about his crimes and misdemeanors. He started as a superstar quarterback, high school and college hero turned meth addict, and eventually became a hardcore RICO gang criminal. Sentenced to essentially life in prison, Damon's story is genuinely on…
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TGM Classic | CL Turner | Negotiating Beyond the Numbers: The Personal Touch in Private Equity
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1:03:13Ever wondered how million-dollar deals happen behind closed doors? CL Turner, III, Founder and Managing Partner of Crescendo Capital Partners, underlines the critical role of building personal connections with founder-owner operators in private equity transactions, making it clear that it is more than just business; it is personal. He explains how …
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How to Write Your Own Best-Selling Autobiography: Part 2 – Crafting Your Life Story with Impact
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44:31Notes from James: I don’t care if you’ve never written a word before—if you’ve lived, you have a story worth telling. The people who write the most impactful books aren’t the most famous or the best trained. They’re the ones who tell the truth with clarity and heart. In this episode, I show you how to do exactly that. You’ll learn how to structure …
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349 | How I Became a Happy Person (Part 1)
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27:01Sometimes, the greatest breakthroughs come not in moments of triumph, but in the quiet unraveling of everything we thought we had figured out. In this powerful solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh takes us deep into a personal journey that reshaped his life. For the first time, Darius opens up about a transformative moment in …
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I’ve been dying to share this news with you for quite some time, and I'm so happy that today I finally can. Pre-order “The Other Side of Change” now at changewithmaya.com/book. Read more about my journey to writing “The Other Side of Change” in People: https://people.com/maya-shankar-the-other-side-of-change-cover-reveal-exclusive-11716505 See omn…
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348 | Howard Behar | Former Starbucks President on Creating Lasting Impact Through People-First Leadership
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1:00:49What does it truly mean to lead with purpose? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Howard Behar, former President of Starbucks International and a servant leadership icon. Howard shares invaluable lessons on authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of putting people first. From navigating insecurities to building a…
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Why You Should Write Your Autobiography (Part 1): Unveiling Your Unique Story
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48:44Notes from James: Here’s the truth: if my great-great-great grandfather had written anything—just 10 pages about his daily life—I’d treasure it like gold. And I promise, your great-grandkids will feel the same about your story. You don’t need to be a celebrity to write something that matters. You just need to be honest. Whether you're sharing how y…
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Episode 331 - Augustine Monster, Arundel Castle, Another Unicorn, Kenmore Asylum
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55:04Or Septermberyoungadult Creature, Asprintlenovo Keep, Additional Hornhorse, Kennethincrease Sanitarium.
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Future Days ('Videodrone' preview episode)
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1:52:18Hey folks! We're back doing recaps for The Last Of Us with our friend Greg Larsen but now the show is going to live over on VIDEODRONE - a sister recap podcast that we've started on the Filthy Casuals feed. They'll be up every Tuesday evening (Australian time) on there. Here's episode one, if you enjoy it and want to continue listening each week, h…
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TGM Classic | Mike Koenigs | Overcoming Limitations: Abundance, Dreams, and Making It Happen
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1:09:11Ever wondered how to reboot your life’s operating system for boundless success and purpose? In a world filled with challenges, demands, and distractions, many of us have experienced moments when we yearn for a fresh start, a way to unleash our full potential and discover true success and purpose. But how can one truly reboot their life's operating …
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Amanda Knox has spent a decade trying to move on after being wrongfully convicted of murder. But over the years, one question lingered - why had the lead prosecutor in her case, Giuliano Mignini, been so determined to vilify her? Recently, she made the bold decision to reach out and ask him herself. On today's show: Amanda tells me about confrontin…
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347 | My #1 Advice for Building a Dream Client List
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24:14What if the key to unlocking your biggest opportunities wasn’t in the size of your audience—but in the conversations you choose to have? In this solo episode, Darius Mirshahzadeh pulls back the curtain on one of his best-kept secrets: how to use a podcast to build powerful relationships, expand your network, and land your dream clients—without chas…
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Episode 330 - Floridian Dinosaur, Faceless Monk, Evil Spirit, Honk Shirt
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50:46Or FL DN, Featureless Priest, Malevolent Soul, Goose Clothes.
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Tariffs Are Freaking Everyone Out—Here’s Why I’m Not Losing Sleep
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43:16A Note from James: I can't think of anything more boring to talk about than tariffs, but right now, I can't think of anything more interesting either. Tariffs are dominating the news, stock markets are crashing, and everyone is scared. Are tariffs good or bad? Is Trump wrecking the economy or saving it? I'm going to address these questions, looking…
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346 | Naveen Jain (Part 2) | How to Raise Moonshot Kids
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1:06:32How do you raise children to think beyond limits and create meaningful change? Visionary entrepreneur Naveen Jain joins Darius on The Greatness Machine for a fascinating conversation on leadership, innovation, and the power of exponential thinking. He shares how a simple promise led to a $5 billion stock surge, the importance of resilience in entre…
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TGM Classic | Trey Taylor | A CEO Only Does Three Things
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1:09:47Ever wondered how the most successful leaders ignite greatness in their teams? Trey Taylor, a multi-faceted leader holding titles such as Managing Director of Threadneedle, CEO of Taylor Insurance Services, Managing Director of Trinity Blue, and Founding Partner of Ascend Partners, is a living testament to the power of great leadership and the succ…
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Amanda Knox was just 20 years old when she was found guilty of a crime she did not commit — the murder of her roommate. Amanda spent four years in an Italian prison before she was finally exonerated and allowed to return to her life back home in the U.S. But she soon discovered that that life didn’t exist anymore. Note: this is part one of a two-ep…
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590. The Best of Larry Niven Part 1 (with Mercurio D. Rivera)
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1:48:40Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss the first nine stories in the short story collection The Best of Larry Niven, edited by Jonathan Strahan. Stories discussed: "Becalmed in Hell" (5:10), "Bordered in Black" (17:54), "Neutron Star" (26:35), "The Soft Weapon" (38:16), "The Jigsaw Man" (56:27), "The Deadlier Weapon" (1:02:55), "All the Myriad Ways…
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Darius Classic | The Journey is NOT the GOAL
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17:01Do you feel as if you are stuck on a treadmill, chasing goals without truly experiencing the journey? We live in a fast-paced, achievement-driven society, and most of us are caught up in the whirlwind of pursuing goals, focusing on the goal rather than enjoying the steps along the way. Oftentimes, we invest all our energy on reaching certain milest…
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The Ultimate Guide to Smarter Living: All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins
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1:17:18A Note from James: Jay, remind me, I've gotta send this episode to my kids because I cannot believe what that guy just told us. Chris Hutchins, he has the "All the Hacks" podcast and so many interesting things at his website, allthehacks.com. But I don't like the word life hack. A lot of that stuff is just BS. But this was legit—from buying gold ba…
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Episode 329 - Muck Monster, Scottish Drums, Red Bullock
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57:17Or Dirt Demon, Scotch Percussion, Mauve Moocow.
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345 | Adam Dell | Smart Money Moves: How to Take Control of Your Financial Future
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1:02:09Managing money shouldn’t be complicated—but for many high earners, the traditional wealth management system feels more like a maze than a roadmap to success. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Adam Dell, founder of Domain Money, to explore how financial planning can be simplified for high-earning professionals. Adam sha…
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Discover Sahil Bloom's Secrets: How to Transform Your Life with 5 Types of Wealth
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1:01:21A Note from James: Sahil Bloom is one of probably the wisest people I've had on the podcast. Young guy just wrote the book, The Five Types of Wealth, and he's talking about time wealth, social wealth, mental wealth, physical wealth, and of course, financial wealth. He’s developed content and techniques he's shared in his newsletter and on Twitter, …
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TGM Classic | Dr. Sadie Allison | Empowering Your Intimacy: A Deep Dive into Love and Sexuality
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1:16:20How can a deeper understanding of sex and sexuality empower individuals to enrich their intimate lives and build healthier relationships? Developing a deeper comprehension of human sexuality and intimate connections can pave the way for more fulfilling and healthier relationships, nurturing greater emotional and physical closeness. That is why, Dr.…
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Science writer Olga Khazan didn’t really like herself. A self-described neurotic, she tended to fixate on the negative. She assumed she’d always be this way, but then she came across research showing that personality is something you can change. In today's episode, Olga chronicles her year-long journey to "fix" her personality, and invites us to co…
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344 | 11 Things To Do To Live Your Best Life
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23:27What if the secret to a fulfilled life was as simple as following a set of care instructions — not for a product, but for yourself? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh shares powerful reflections on what it means to care for yourself and live wholeheartedly. Inspired by a simple yet profound list of "care instructions…
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"Nomadic Matt" Kepnes on Traveling the World for $75 a Day
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58:02A Note from James: Is it possible to travel around the world, live around the world, do remote work anywhere you want, and spend just $75 a day or less? When I was younger, I wish I'd tried this. Back then, you probably could have done it for even less, maybe $30 a day! Today's guest, Matt Kepnes—better known as Nomadic Matt—has spent decades trave…
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Episode 328 - Swamp Ness, Walter Scott, Impossible Zoo, Grave Tree
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48:47Or Marsh Monster, Heisenberg Cyclops, Inconceivable Menagerie, Tomb Plant.
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343 | Taylor Welch | Inside The Wealthy Consultant’s Playbook for Success
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56:52What happens when AI eliminates the need for apprenticeships and reshapes entire industries? In this thought-provoking episode of The Greatness Machine, Taylor Welch dives deep into the evolving landscape of work, the role of AI in eliminating experience gaps, and why creators hold the key to the future. He explores the shift from consulting to edu…
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TGM Classic | Dr. Gabrielle Lyon | Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well
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1:06:42What if there was a proven scientific approach to unleashing timeless strength and graceful aging? Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, through her latest book, Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well, introduces an accessible program that teaches the connection between nutrition, exercise, and self-care. She unveils an easy-to-follow food, fit…
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589. Dune Prophecy Season 1 Review (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna)
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1:37:16Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, and Rajan Khanna join us to discuss Season 1 of the HBO series Dune: Prophecy, a prequel set 10,000 years before the events of Frank Herbert’s Dune. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley
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Darius Classic | Action Organized: Why You Should Take Imperfect Action to Realize Your Dreams
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21:55Have you ever been in a situation where you were second-guessing yourself because you believed that the right moment to act was yet to come? But what if imperfection was the key to unlocking your full potential? Today, I am flying solo to share a personal journey and reflect on my post-exit from my company The Money Source (TMS). I will also talk a…
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Infiltrating Hate: The Secret World of the FBI undercover | Scott Payne
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1:13:33A Note from James: As you listen to this episode, ask yourself: would you do what my guest Scott Payne did for 28 years? He’s a retired undercover FBI agent who spent nearly three decades infiltrating some of the most dangerous groups in America—white supremacist organizations, outlaw biker gangs, and domestic terror cells. His new book, Code Name:…
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Episode 327 - Skunk Ape, Samurai's Servant, Getty House, Class Reading
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48:13Or Stinkcat Furman, Ronin's Retainer, Shutterstock Shack, School Studying.
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342 | Adam Coffey | The Smart Way to Build Wealth Through Business Acquisitions
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1:13:07Building wealth isn’t about shortcuts—it’s about strategy. Adam Coffey, bestselling author, private equity expert, and CEO, shares his proven strategy for buying and scaling companies the right way. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Adam returns to break down why paying fair market value leads to bigger wins, the power of roll-ups, and why …
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TGM Classic | Christine Sperber | The Power of Community: Creating Impactful Connections
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1:10:31How can you redesign your second adulthood for greater fulfillment and purpose? Drawing inspiration from the wisdom shared by Christine Sperber, this transformation begins with a deep understanding of your values, desires, and the unique contributions you can make. Her remarkable journey from the world of professional snowboarding to her pivotal ro…
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Have you ever found yourself saying yes to something you really didn’t want to do? Psychologist Sunita Sah is an expert on why it can be so difficult to say no, especially when our relationships or reputations are on the line. But there's good news! Defiance is actually a skill we can build if we understand the science behind it. Sunita shares a fr…
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