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LifeSpeak
by LifeSpeak Inc.
LifeSpeak is the podcast about well-being, mental health, and building resilience through knowledge. Joined by leading experts in health, work, and wellness, we go behind the profession to reveal personal stories of struggle and resilience. Learn, grow, and be inspired. That is the LifeSpeak Podcast. New episodes on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Email us questions or comments at [email protected] Check out us on Facebook and Twitter.
Episodes
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Are You Sure About This? What Your Pain Is Trying to Tell You – A Conversation with Pain Science Expert Jessie Podolak
Most of us treat pain as something to eliminate, but what if it's actually trying to protect you? Physiotherapist and MSK health expert Jessie Podolak breaks down the difference between acute and chronic pain, why the brain plays a surprising role in how we feel it, and why walking may be the…
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Why Everything Feels Harder: The Truth About Midlife Brain Fog and Executive Function
For women navigating midlife - and anyone dealing with burnout, overwhelm, or that nagging sense that your brain just isn't firing the way it used to — this episode is for you. Host Marianne Wisenthal sits down with Erin Wong, certified executive function coach and founder of Thriving Minds at...
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AI and Anxiety: The Subtle Ways Technology Affects Mental Health with LifeSpeak Advisory Board Member Dr. Ashleigh Golden
In this episode, clinical psychologist and LifeSpeak Advisory Board member Dr. Ashleigh Golden explores how AI is influencing mental health, anxiety, stress and emotional coping in subtle but powerful ways. From reassurance-seeking and perfectionism to emotional avoidance and uncertainty…
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What Caring for His Mother Taught Jason Campana About Mental Health and Leadership
In this episode, Jason Campana shares his personal experience caring for his mother through dementia and Alzheimer’s. He reflects on the emotional and practical realities of caregiving, the mental health challenges caregivers face, and the lessons this journey has taught him about empathy,...
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The Neuroscience of Negotiating with Your Kids: A Conversation with Dr. Christopher Willard
In this episode of the LifeSpeak Podcast, Marianne Wisenthal talks with Dr. Christopher Willard — clinical psychologist, Harvard Medical School educator, author, and LifeSpeak advisory board member — about the neuroscience of negotiating with kids. From toddler power struggles to teen...
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Emotional First Aid for Real Life: A Conversation with LifeSpeak Advisory Board Member, Dr. Reena Kotecha
In this episode, Dr. Reena Kotecha talks to LifeSpeak’s VP, Content Marianne Wisenthal about the science of feeling better—without overhauling your life. Together, they explore micro mindfulness, emotional first aid, everyday recovery, and simple, research-backed practices that help you regulate...
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Metabolic Health Explained: Energy, Weight, and Blood Sugar - A Conversation with Lifespeak Advisory Board Member, Dr. Hau Liu
Metabolic health affects energy levels, weight management, blood sugar, sleep quality, and how we age. In this episode, endocrinologist and LifeSpeak Advisory Board Member Dr. Hao Liu speaks with Marianne Wisenthal about insulin resistance, fatigue, metabolic syndrome, ultra-processed foods…
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Supporting the Mental Health of Boys and Men: A Conversation With Trevor Mayoh
In this LifeSpeak episode, host Marianne Wisenthal speaks with diversity, inclusion, and violence prevention consultant Trevor Mayoh about men’s mental health, toxic masculinity, and the urgent need for psychological safety at work and in society. Sharing his own journey with anxiety, Trevor...
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Future-Ready Caregiving: A Conversation with Occupational Therapist Karen Carney
Geriatric occupational therapist Karen Carney talks to host Marianne Wisenthal about empowering older adults to safely age in place. They explore early intervention, adaptive devices, financial realities, and practical strategies for families navigating cognitive decline, caregiver burnout, and…
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Managing the Mental Health of Students on Campus: A Conversation with Psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard
Host Marianne Wisenthal welcomes psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard to discuss his latest book, College Mental Health 101: A Guide for Students, Parents and Professionals. Together, they explore today's college mental health crisis, the impact of social media and the pandemic, practical...
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Teaching Tweens & Teens Money Skills for Life: A Conversation With Shannon Lee Simmons
Host Marianne Wisenthal talks to financial expert Shannon Lee Simmons about her latest book, Making Bank: Money Skills for Real Life, designed to help tweens and teens develop smart money habits. Shannon shares why financial literacy is crucial for young people, how parents can support them, and...
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Goal Setting, Resilience & Achieving Success: A Conversation with Organizational Coach Katie Bowkett
In this episode, organizational coach Katie Bowkett talks to host Marianne Wisenthal about the art of goal setting, resilience, and personal growth. She shares insights on SMART goals, flexible goal setting, and the power of accountability partners. Katie emphasizes progress over perfection,...
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Support Your Brain Health and Prevent Dementia: A Conversation With Gerontologist Patricia McCarthy Faust
In this episode of The LifeSpeak Podcast, gerontologist Patricia McCarthy Faust delves into brain aging and health. Discussing insights from her book The Boomer Brain, Patricia shares how lifestyle factors such as exercise, mental stimulation, nutrition, social connection, sleep, and stress...
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Leadership Unpacked: A Conversation With Dr. Brooke Struck
This episode explores how leaders can overcome misalignment, manage competing priorities, and embrace vulnerability. Host Marianne Wisenthal sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Brooke Struck to discuss collective leadership, conflict resolution through curiosity, and actionable strategies to...
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Menopause Unfiltered! Myths, Hormones, and Empowering Women: A Conversation With Shirley Weir
In this episode, health advocate Shirley Weir shares her personal journey through menopause and her mission to educate and empower women. From busting myths and advocating for yourself in the doctor's office to hormone therapy and workplace impacts, Weir offers practical insights to help women...
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Harnessing Your Breath to Heal Stress and Trauma: A Conversation With Jennifer Snowdon
In this episode, host Marianne Wisenthal interviews Jennifer Snowdon, a trauma-informed Buteyko breathing educator and integrative breathing therapist. They discuss the powerful connection between breath and mental health, how stress and trauma impact breathing patterns, and how retraining breath...
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Championing Change: A Conversation With Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa About Advocacy, Medicine, and Resilience
Pioneering physician, psychiatrist, and spoken-word poet, Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa shares her journey from being the only Black student in her cohort at medical school to becoming a vocal advocate for equity in medicine. Dr. Oriuwa's work helped admit the largest group of Black medical students in...
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Finding Joy and Resilience as a High-Needs Caregiver: A Conversation With Michele Rosner
In this podcast episode, LifeSpeak Inc.'s Vice President of Content, Marianne Wisenthal interviews Michele Rosner, a dedicated advocate for parents of children with disabilities. Michele shares her journey as the mother of Julia, a young adult with complex medical needs. She discusses the...
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Unpacking the New Weight-Loss Drugs and Their Impact: A Conversation With Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay
Host Marianne Wisenthal and Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay discuss GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and their unexpected impact on mental wellness. They explore how the drugs influence our food consumption, addiction behaviors, and body image, and address side effects and potential long-term impacts....
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The Wisdom of Nurses: A Conversation With Amie Archibald-Varley & Sara Fung
Nurses are absolutely essential to patient outcomes, but what they do (and why they do it) is often quite misunderstood. Nurses, authors, and co-hosts of The Gritty Nurse Podcast, Amie Archibald-Varley and Sara Fung share how they are working to change the perception of nursing, what really…
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Never Been Better: A Personal Conversation About Mental Illness With Leanne Toshiko Simpson
Author and mental health advocate Leanne Toshiko Simpson talks about her personal experience as a psychiatric survivor, what it's like living with bipolar disorder, and why she decided to write a romantic comedy about mental illness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
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What is Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy? A Conversation with Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay
Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay discusses how psychedelic-assisted therapy is being used to treat mental health and substance use issues. She explains what the science is telling us about its effectiveness, and why anyone considering this form of treatment should work with an experienced professional. See...
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Embracing Your Middle Age 'Power Years': A Conversation With Sara Smeaton
Can our middle years really be exciting? Certified professional co-active coach Sara Smeaton thinks so. She explains how midlife is THE time to hone-in on our passions and truly thrive. (And no, we don't all have to be like J.Lo - It's all about reframing our mindset). See Privacy Policy at...
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Understanding ADHD & Women: A Conversation With Dr. Ashley Junghans-Rutelonis
In a discussion with LifeSpeak Inc.'s VP, Content Marianne Wisenthal, Dr. Ashley Junghans-Rutelonis explains how ADHD impacts and presents in women and girls. The psychologist debunks myths about symptoms, why a professional diagnosis is crucial, and how women with ADHD can truly thrive as…
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Achieving Job Satisfaction by Taking Charge of Your Career: A Conversation With Rajesh Uttamchandani
Global HR expert Rajesh Uttamchandani talks to LifeSpeak's VP, Content Marianne Wisenthal about quiet quitting, what job satisfaction really means, and how creating your own personal 'board of directors' can help set you up for career success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Making Space for Self-Care While Caring for Others: A Conversation With Elizabeth Miller
Unlike paid caregivers, family caregivers don't 'clock-out' at the end of a shift or get vacation days. Certified Caregiving Consultant Elizabeth Miller talks to LifeSpeak's Marianne Wisenthal about the mental and emotional load of caring for others, her own journey as a working family caregiver,...
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How Being Awestruck Can Make You Happier: A Conversation with Dr. Jonah Paquette
When was the last time you were filled with a sense of wonder? Psychologist Dr. Jonah Paquette explains why experiencing moments of awe can make us happier, healthier, and more compassionate to others. He also shares how we can feel awestruck every day, just by tuning in to the world around us.…
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Why Self-Compassion is Crucial to Mental Wellness: A Conversation with Certified Professional Coach, Jenny Tryansky
What exactly is self-compassion? Certified Professional Coach Jenny Tryansky explains what self-compassion really means, how we can all shift our mindset to be kinder to ourselves, and why it's totally OK to like yourself (mistakes and all). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Grief and the Aftermath of Suicide: A Conversation with Alexandra Wyman
In 2020, Alexandra Wyman was plunged into grief when her husband died by suicide, instantly leaving her a widow and single parent. Today, she is an advocate and public speaker for resources on the aftermath of suicide. Alexandra shares her personal experience with grief, how she manages her own...
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New Alcohol Guidelines and Your Health: A Conversation with Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay
Ever wonder if you drink "too much"? New guidelines for alcohol consumption are causing some to rethink how much alcohol they consume. Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay explains why this is a great opportunity to reframe our thinking about alcohol under the broader umbrella of health, and what…
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Recognizing Workplace Burnout: A Conversation with Dr. Reena Kotecha
Feeling Frazzled? Organizational Wellbeing Consultant Dr. Reena Kotecha shares her personal experience with burnout while working as a front-line doctor, how to recognize the signs, and what you can do when quitting feels like the only option. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Finding the Flow and Embracing Your Greatness: A Conversation with George Mumford
According to George Mumford, reaching your highest level is to become "unlocked". The elite performance expert achieved success, and overcome a serious drug addiction, using mindfulness and meditation. He has helped NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan reach levels of greatness and...
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Reconnecting in a Disconnected World: A Conversation with Jody Carrington
Human connection is crucial to happiness, yet we've never been more disconnected that we are today. Psychologist Jody Carrington explains how shame, trauma, and emotional dysregulation have played a role and what we can all do to reconnect and feel truly seen. See Privacy Policy at...
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How to Be Your Own Therapist: A Conversation with Owen O'Kane
We have all experienced feelings of stress, sadness, and anxiety. Psychotherapist and bestselling author, Owen O'Kane shares techniques we can do throughout our day to manage uncomfortable feelings and unhelpful thinking patterns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
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How to Make Good Decisions in Uncertain Times: A Conversation with Shannon Lee Simmons
Death of a partner, job-loss, divorce, pandemic. At one point or another, each of us will be faced with some kind of unexpected life crisis. Financial planner and life coach Shannon Lee Simmons shares techniques that can help us make sound choices when emotional and financial stakes are high. See...
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A Conversation with Dr. Tara Porter About the Mental Health of Teenage Girls
Never before have teenage girls had so many demands placed upon them, by themselves and by others. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Tara Porter talks how today's young women can cope during this stage, what they want parents to better understand, and why she’s feeling so hopeful and optimistic about…
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The LifeSpeak Podcast: Our Most Popular Episodes of 2022!
Breaking the taboo on menopause, tackling our complicated relationship with money, and fighting feelings of pandemic fatigue—these are just a few of the essential topics The LifeSpeak Podcast tackled over the past 12 months. They’re also the three podcasts that resonated the most with our…
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An Interesting Conversation About Boredom with Dr. James Danckert
Bored out of your mind? Dr. James Danckert has built an impressive career on the study of boredom. The cognitive neuroscientist and author explains what happens in our brain when we feel bored, how it impacts our mental health, and why being confronted by tedium is a crucial signal that we...
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Boosting Your Digital Wellness: A Conversation with Lisa Pender
Doom scrolling, digital clutter, and screen addiction can cause many of us to feel stress and anxious. Digital wellness educator Lisa Pender shares strategies for having a more balanced relationship with our devices, at work and at home because, “we cannot talk about personal health and wellbeing...
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Self-Compassion Practices for Managing Post-Traumatic Stress: A Conversation With Dr. Christopher Willard
Trauma pervades every aspect of our lives but there are ways to manage the stress. Psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard explains how self-compassion practices such as breathing, gratitude, and mindfulness can make us all more resilient to the world around us. See Privacy Policy at...
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Working and Our Mental Health: A Conversation with Occupational Psychologist, Dr. Jo Yarker
In the early months of the pandemic, many organizations made employee mental health a bold priority. Two-and-half years on, is it still top of mind? Jo Yarker discusses the impact of long Covid on our attitudes towards health in the workplace, how ‘The Great Resignation’ is related to mental...
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Do I have a problem? A conversation with Dr. Youssef Allami about substance use and gambling.
At what point can your relationship with alcohol, drugs, or gambling be considered risky? Clinical psychologist Dr. Youssef Allami explains how to recognize the signs of addiction, whether abstaining is the key to recovery, and why calling someone “an addict” can prevent them from getting the...
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Creating a Safe Space for LGBTQ2+ Workers – A Conversation with Michael Bach
Michael Bach is an author and thought leader in the fields of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. He explains what companies can do to create inclusive workplaces for people who don’t fit squarely into the “straight” and “cis” box and how being an active ally for LGBTQ2+ communities…
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The Power of Teamwork – A Conversation with Dr. Brian Goldman
ER doctor and a radio broadcaster Dr. Brian Goldman discusses why teamwork is a transcendent experience, how adopting a “me to we” mentality can save lives and the number one thing we can all do to become a better teammate, in work and in life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Breaking the Taboo of Menopause: A Conversation with Bev Thorogood
Menopause is a natural and inevitable transition for women over 50, yet it’s highly misunderstood by both doctors and those experiencing it. Menopause specialist trainer Bev Thorogood explains why menopause is a crucial workplace issue, what employers can do to better support midlife women, and…
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Understanding and Treating Eating Disorders - A Conversation with Clinical Therapist, Kyla Fox
Did you know that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness? Clinical therapist Kyla Fox discusses how the pandemic is impacting those with eating disorders, how she overcame her own struggle with anorexia, and why she decided to open a recovery centre to offer the…
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Fighting Feelings of Pandemic Fatigue
Feeling crushed by pandemic fatigue? You’re not alone. Two years of masks, lockdowns, and social isolation has left many of us feeling emotionally exhausted. Registered psychotherapist Janna Comrie offers advice on how to fight your fatigue and what therapists like herself are doing to adapt to...
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Parenting Picky Eaters in a Pandemic - A conversation with family nutritionist, Nishta Saxena
Registered dietician and nutritionist, Nishta Saxena offers advice for parents who are struggling with picky eaters. She also talks about how the pandemic has impacted our relationship with food, why nutrition can have a huge impact on a family’s mental health, and how we should all be striving…
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Grappling with Eco-Anxiety: A conversation with environmental journalist, Candice Batista
Is your worry about the future of the planet affecting your mental health? The Eco Hub founder Candice Batista shares advice on managing our worries about the climate crisis, why a $6 t-shirt costs more than you think, and the number one thing we should all be doing to help save the earth. Email…
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Tackling Our Torrid Relationship with Money: A Conversation with Financial Planner, Shannon Lee Simmons
Do you feel guilt and shame about your finances? Shannon Lee Simmons says that this is a common struggle for many of her clients. The financial planner explains why social media plays into our feelings of inadequacy, and how we can all improve our relationship with our money. Email us questions…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
LifeSpeak is the podcast about well-being, mental health, and building resilience through knowledge.
Joined by leading experts in health, work, and wellness, we go behind the profession to reveal personal stories of struggle and resilience.
Learn, grow, and be inspired. That is the LifeSpeak Podcast.
New episodes on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Email us questions or comments at [email protected]
Check out us on Facebook and Twitter.
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LifeSpeak Inc.
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