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The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)The Explorer's Gene (Alex Hutchinson, PhD) - Part IIWelcome back to Part II of the interview with Dr. Alex Hutchinson, author of the fascinating new book - The Explorer's Gene: Why we seek big challenges, new flavors, and the blank spots on the map. You can find his book at AlexHutchinson.netInfo re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs & wellness providers https://catalystcoaching360.com/ Tap into the home of the (freely available) ...2025-04-2137 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Alex Hutchinson, PhD: The Explorer's GeneExploration. The search for the unknown has shaped the history of our species, molding our behavior in ways we are only beginning to understand. And that understanding is about to come into focus for us today, thanks to today’s guest, best-selling author and one of my favorite writers, Dr. Alex Hutchinson. Alex is well known, both for his popular Outside Magazine columns on the topic of sweat science, and his exceptional book Endure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. His book influenced the direction I took with my own PhD work. He first joined us...2025-04-0757 min
The DeWinter DifferenceThe Role of Male Allyship: A Conversation with Brad Johnson, PhD and David Smith, PhDIn this insightful episode of the DeWinter Difference, Derek chats with Brad Johnson, PhD and David Smith, PhD about the role of male allyship in the workplace. Brad, a Professor of Psychology in the Department of Leadership, Ethics and Law at the U.S. Naval Academy, and a Faculty Associate in the Graduate School of Education at Johns Hopkins University, and David, a sociologist and Associate Professor in the Carey Business School at Johns Hopkins University, delve into their collaborative work to promote gender equity at work. In their conversation, Brad and David discuss their bo...2025-02-1730 min
CancerSurvivorMD®Provider Talk with Colleen Dwyer DiehlIn this episode, Dr. Josie welcomes Colleen Dwyer Diehl, LCSW, a clinical social worker at Cancer Bridges, to introduce an exciting new mini-series on cancer survivorship. Colleen shares her journey, the mission of Cancer Bridges, and the impactful programs they offer to support cancer patients and survivors. Together, they explore the Living Life Post-Cancer Treatment program, a structured initiative designed to help individuals navigate life after active treatment. They also introduce the five essential elements of survivorship care, which will be explored in depth in upcoming episodes. Whether you’re a survivor, caregiver, or healthcare prof...2025-02-1431 minCancerSurvivorMD®Author Chat with Patrick BringleyIn this episode, we sit down with Patrick Bringley, MA, author of All the Beauty in the World, to explore his profound journey from working at The New Yorker to spending a decade as a museum guard at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Patrick shares how the loss of his brother to cancer led him to seek solace in art, offering him space for reflection, healing, and a deeper appreciation of life’s beauty and struggles. We discuss the power of art in processing grief, the intersection of the mundane and the sublime, and how his...2025-02-0542 min
Be the Sun, Not the Salt#25 Creating Big Change through Small Acts with Brad AronsonJoin us for an inspiring discussion with Brad Aronson, author of 'Humankind: Changing the World One Small Act at a Time.' Brad shares his journey of discovering the profound impact of small gestures of kindness, especially during difficult times. He emphasizes the importance of being seen (and what that really means) and the power of simple actions to make a huge difference in the lives of others, and for ourselves, in return. Brad also talks to us about his impressive background in digital marketing and entrepreneurship, his teaching experiences, and his dedication to mentoring and nonprofit work. The...2024-12-181h 01
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)How to Create a Clear, Personal Vision (Brad Cooper, PhD)Goals? They can be beneficial, but there's an even more valuable process available for those who truly want to bolster their personal or professional lives (or both!). In this special episode, Dr. Cooper discusses the value of creating a clear, personal vision for your life and walks through the steps to creating your own. The video with examples he mentioned is available here.Info re earning your health & wellness coaching certification, annual Rocky Mountain Coaching Retreat & Symposium & more via https://www.catalystcoachinginstitute.com/ Best-in-class coaching for Employers, EAPs...2024-12-1620 minCancerSurvivorMD®Caregiver Chat with GaryCaregiving is a journey that touches many of our lives in profound and often unexpected ways. It is a role that demands resilience, compassion, and adaptability. In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Gary Marzolf, whose lifelong experience with caregiving began at a very young age and has evolved through decades of personal challenges and triumphs. Gary’s story offers wisdom, inspiration, and insight into navigating the delicate balance between caring for others and taking care of oneself.Links relevant to this episode: Reiki: Hands That Heal by Joyce MorrisReiki for Emot...2024-12-1240 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Intersection of Mental Wellbeing and High Performance (Daniel Brown, PhD)Welcome to the latest episode of The Coaching Lab! We're thrilled to have Dr. Daniel Brown of the University of Portsmouth with us, a leading expert & researcher on the psychology of human excellence and wellbeing, including the impact of mental health and the understanding of resilience and the ability to truly thrive in the full sense of the word. Whether you’re a coach looking for new tools in your toolbox or a top performer seeking that extra edge, this episode provides the answers.You can keep up to date with Dr. Brown via his University of Po...2024-12-021h 04CancerSurvivorMD®Author Chat with Chris Gabbard“A Life Beyond Reason: Chris Gabbard on Loss, Caregiving, and Spiritual Growth”In this deeply moving episode, Chris Gabbard, PhD, MA, professor and author of A Life Beyond Reason, shares his profound journey as a caregiver to his son August, who was born with severe disabilities due to a mismanaged birth. Chris reflects on the emotional and philosophical challenges he faced during and after August’s life, discussing the profound spiritual and personal growth that caregiving brought into his life. Alongside co-hosts Brad Buchanan and Dr. G van Londen, Chris explores themes of trust in the healthcare system...2024-11-2751 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Dopamine Unplugged! (Talia Lerner, PhD)Welcome to The Coaching Lab’s 'Dopamine Unplugged' episode, where we dive into the fascinating world of dopamine—our brain’s supposed superstar neurotransmitter! Is it really the 'happiness chemical,' or are there more nuanced truths behind its role in motivation and behavior? Today we’ll be debunking common myths, explore the latest research, and uncover how understanding dopamine can empower us to create healthier habits and make lasting change. Whether you're a neuroscience enthusiast or just curious about how your brain works, we’ve got something for everyone. Today’s guest, Dr. Talia Lerner, will be our guide...2024-11-181h 01
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)The Norwegian Method: Brad CulpWelcome to The Coaching Lab! Today, we have a special guest who will pull back the curtain on one of the world’s most popular training strategies: The Norwegian Method with the guy who’s seen it all - Brad Culp (his new book is available here). With insights rooted in science and real-world applications, he not only reveals the secrets behind this method but also shares practical tips for coaches and athletes alike. Get ready to elevate your coaching game as we explore the principles that are reshaping the world of endurance training, with application to athletes at all...2024-11-041h 13
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Weight Loss Meds: Myths & Realities (Dr. Sheri Poznanovic & Board-Certified Coach Erin Chain)Less than 2 years ago, you’d likely never heard of GLP-1 mediations. Today, it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue as the solution to weight management, has longstanding organizations like Weight Watchers on the verge of bankruptcy and is making employee benefits coverage for employers more difficult than ever due to the cost. How does it work? Why are so many people talking about it? What are the potential dangers? And are there safe, smart ways to proceed down this path?We are extremely fortunate today to have physician Dr. Sheri Poznanovic and nationally board-certified health...2024-10-0750 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)The Flexible Mind: High Performance Without Burnout (Ross White, PhD)Today’s guest, clinical psychologist Dr. Ross White, is author of “The Tree that Bends” – an intriguing book that helps us elevate our performance without burning out – or breaking – in the process. Professor White has spent his career supporting the mental health & wellbeing of high performers across a range of athletic and professional settings as well as being a professor of clinical psychology at Queens University Belfast and director of Strive2Thrive consultancy.The book/audiobook/kindle versions of 'The Tree That Bends: How a Flexible Mind can help you thrive' is available in the US through Amazon.com...2024-09-2359 minCancerSurvivorMD®Author Chat with Jill SquireDiscover the essential tools and wisdom to empower yourself or a loved one through a cancer journey in our latest episode. Featuring author Jill Squire, BSN, RN, OCN, and her groundbreaking book "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagnosis and Treatment and Beyond," we explore practical strategies to support cancer patients from diagnosis through long-term survivorship. This conversation promises invaluable insights into self-advocacy, effective communication, and the significance of tracking symptoms and treatments in a user-friendly format.Engage in a heartening discussion on the power of self-care activities like birding and mindfulness, which are es...2024-09-2241 min
The Coaching Lab: Health, Wellness & Performance! (Brad Cooper, PhD)Battling Pseudoscience (Jonathan Stea, PhD)In case you haven’t noticed, wellbeing and wellness have been hijacked by those selling the modern-day version of snake oil. Pseudoscience – social media’s candy - is winning the clicks game over actual science and your friends are more likely to send you a Youtube video as “proof” of their claim than a credible, peer-reviewed research study.Enter Dr. Jonathan Stea, author of the new book MIND THE SCIENCE. He’s battling the ridiculous pseudoscientific claims and keeping his sense of humor through all the anger sent his way on X and elsewhere. Our longtime listeners know we orig...2024-08-2655 min