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Human FrailtiesA Literary Ending - Chapter Seventeen - The Legacy of the ChosenHow long a person really stays alive is a question for the ages, and a conundrum for philosophers, poets, and physicists alike. Some leave the Earth early, as did Anne Frank, who was killed at age 15, but whose diary, written while hiding from the Nazis in World War II and published by her father, Otto, has outlasted her physical self by more than 80 years—thus far.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed more than 600 works, including some of the most famous symphonies and operas ever written, before succumbing to a mysterious illness at the age of 35.The po...
2026-08-1411 min
Human FrailtiesA Literary Ending - Eleven - Alone with Her ThoughtsSharon, now 16, and Jen, at 14, led comfortable lives. Their father, a literary agent, was revered by authors and editors alike for his integrity, insights, and the mentoring he provided to young authors, clients, and publishers. Since partnering with David Brunhaufer, Jerry had positioned himself and his firm as a major player in the publishing world, helping to build it into one of the most successful boutique literary agencies outside of New York City.At 48, Jerry Halpern had reached what many would call the pinnacle of his career and, thus, had been able to provide his family with...
2026-08-1307 min
Human FrailtiesA Literary Ending - Chapter Six - Jerry and CherylCheryl knew she had passed her test in dealing with her husband’s illness by Jerry’s response to her kindness as she listened to him, expressed sympathy, and asked questions. She accomplished her goal by focusing on his words, without interruption, and was genuinely moved by his honesty and his expression of love for her and their daughters. Jerry tried to hold back tears, mostly because he knew that Cheryl despised weakness in a man—any man, not just him. But each time he choked back sadness, Cheryl took his hand in hers, just as she had done with D...
2026-08-1113 min
Success Leaves CluesThe Leadership Lessons That Transform Teams and Careers with Jen HalpernIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast our guest is Jen Halpern, a leadership and professional development expert who shares valuable insights on building meaningful relationships, strengthening leadership skills, and creating lasting personal and professional growth. In this engaging conversation, we explore the importance of authentic connection, self-awareness, communication, trust, and emotional intelligence in helping leaders and professionals navigate challenges and reach their full potential. Jen also shares perspectives on developing confidence, fostering collaboration, and creating environments where people can thrive while achieving meaningful results. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, coach, manager, or professional looking to grow, this...
2026-07-2938 min
Human FrailtiesA Literary Ending - Chapter One - The Summer HolidayJerry Halpern had just brought the suitcases down from the attic for himself and his wife, Cheryl. His two teenage daughters used backpacks and weren’t bothered by the wrinkled clothes they stuffed in their sacks, nor by any of the other preparations for their trip to the rental house on 34th Street, a block from the beach in Avalon, New Jersey.Jerry and his family lived in Radnor, Pennsylvania, in a 150-year-old stone and clapboard house with a swimming pool dating back to the 1950s. Over the years, the house had become his hobby, since the up...
2026-06-1214 min
No Limit Leadership69: Why Leaders Fail to Inspire (And How to Fix It) w/ Jen HalpernLeadership is not about authority—it’s about connection. Yet too many leaders unintentionally create environments where employees feel unheard, undervalued, and unmotivated. In this episode of No Limits Leadership, I sat down with Jen Halpern, founder of Soft Sell Coaching, to discuss how leaders can foster trust, build engagement, and balance high expectations with authentic connection. Whether you lead a sales team, an executive board, or an entire company, the key to success is simple: listen, engage, and invest in your people.Key Takeaways:The Birth of Soft Sell Coaching – Jen’s journe...
2025-03-1842 min
Leaders & Legacies166 - Coaching for Impact - The Power of Soft Skills in Leadership with Jen HalpernJen Halpern is the founder of Soft Sell Coaching and explores the nuances of effective leadership and sales strategy. Jen shares her transformational journey, from being a driven VP of Sales to embracing a people-first leadership approach. She delves into the importance of trust, self-awareness, and investing in individuals to build high-performing teams. Jen highlights actionable strategies, including consistent one-on-ones, hiring for diversity of strengths, and fostering accountability through coaching.The discussion also tackles common tensions between sales and marketing teams, emphasizing the need for clear communication and alignment. Jen's personal anecdotes and professional insights illustrate how...
2025-01-2836 min
North Star with Ellin BessnerWhat really caused Calgary’s mayor to boycott the Hanukkah ceremony, and what happens next?It appears there’s more to the story about why Calgary’s mayor, Jyoti Gondek, abruptly cancelled her participation in the Jewish community’s 35th annual Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremony on Dec. 7.
Organizers of the now-infamous ceremony at City Hall acknowledge they had actually wanted the event to be an even stronger show of support for Israel, and let city officials know this in meetings during the days leading up to Hanukkah. Here were some of the original requests: let guests and dignitaries hold up posters of the Israeli hostages now captives of Hamas. Play a video of a Hebrew...
2023-12-1324 min
Stories that stay with you for lifeThe Stars Will Be My NightlightVisit audiobookzap.com to start the 30-day free trial and listen to full audiobooks for free!Title: The Stars Will Be My NightlightSubtitle: A Sukkot StoryCategories: Coming of Age, Family, Festivity, FictionAuthor: Jen HalpernNarrator: Book Buddy Digital MediaPublisher: Lerner Digital ™Release date: 08-01-2022Language: English
2022-08-0100 min
Fertility In Focus PodcastWhat Energy Healing Can Do For You: Featuring Jen HalpernWelcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. Today, we have a special guest, Jen Halpern, a renowned energy healer, who joins us to delve into the world of energy healing and its profound impact on fertility and overall well-being. Jen explains the different modalities of energy healing, including Reiki, intuitive consulting, and channel writing, and shares her journey into this powerful practice. Dr. Burns and Jen discuss how energy healing can help release emotional blockages, enhance the body’s natural healing abilities, and support those on their fertility journey.
2022-06-1526 minFertility In Focus PodcastWhat Energy Healing Can Do For You: Featuring Jen HalpernWelcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. Today, we have a special guest, Jen Halpern, a renowned energy healer, who joins us to delve into the world of energy healing and its profound impact on fertility and overall well-being. Jen explains the different modalities of energy healing, including Reiki, intuitive consulting, and channel writing, and shares her journey into this powerful practice. Dr. Burns and Jen discuss how energy healing can help release emotional blockages, enhance the body’s natural healing abilities, and support those on their fertility journey.
2022-06-1526 min
The Discover Your Amazing Edge PodcastCouples Gallery Show #2 with Host Relationship Coach Zev HalpernDATING in the Era of Covid Zev's guest is Jen Hecht Chairwoman of the Dating Advisory Board. Jen shares her long history of helping people on the dating scene. Zev and Jen discuss zoom dating, getting your profile right, what to wear and some funny aspects of the 'New Normal" of the dating world.
2021-04-3026 minThe Discover Your Amazing Edge PodcastCouples Gallery Show 1 with Host Zev HalpernIn this first edition of the Couples Gallery Show Host Zev Halpern and Co-host Jen Hecht Chairwomen of the Dating Advisory Board discuss some tips on Dating on Zoom and outdoor dates and more..... Zev and Jen interview Jeanne Adams Author of romance and science fiction on her valuable perspective about life during the Pandemic, a view of the future and much more. A robust discussion with a fantastic Author.
2021-04-2627 min
JS Party: JavaScript, CSS, Web Development10 a11y mistakes to avoidSpotify’s Tryggvi Gylfason joins Emma & Nick to discuss common accessibility mistakes and tips for avoiding them!
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2021-03-1954 min
Goldylocks Productions15Jan2021 Live from Little Bear Sanctuary Special Guest Felicia GreenfieldChristopher Vane co-founded Little Bear Sanctuary, a nonprofit farm animal sanctuary in Punta Gorda, FL, in honor of his late mother Ursula (which translates to “little bear” in Latin). They shared a common passion for animals and Ursula often dreamed of providing neglected, once-abused animals a safe haven.While originally from New York, Chris surprisingly started off with a career in human healthcare, eventually landing in Florida working as a real estate broker. When he met Randy, everything changed…for the better, that is! Their relationship sparked a new passion to live each day with purpose. After they got ma...
2021-01-1759 min
Everybody hates your brandEpisode 4: Six of our favourite marketing books0.00 - 0.27: An introduction to the podcast0.28 - 35.00: In the main section of the podcast we cover six books we love and why. Time-stamps for the start of each book discussion (and links to buy those books if you're interested) are:1.12: 'The Halo Effect' by Phil Rosenzweig. CLICK HERE.6.15: 'The Long and Short of it' by Les Binet & Peter Field. CLICK HERE.14.31: 'Hooked' by Nir Eyal. CLICK HERE.17.33: 'Inside the Nudge Unit' by David Halpern. CLICK HERE.26.43: 'Nudge' by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein. CLICK HERE.26.43: 'Thinking, Fast and Slow' by Daniel Kahnemann. CLICK HERE.35.03 - 38.40: We...
2020-08-2039 min
Cook Memorial Public Library PodcastOur Favorite Books of 2018Jo is back on the podcast to help us review the year 2018 in books. She shares highlights from our annual Favorite Fiction/Nonfiction booklets now available online and at the Reference Desk. We talk about what which titles topped the national best-of lists along with the unique reads our staff couldn't stop raving about. This episode is guaranteed to add at least one new book to your reading list. Books mentioned... Educated by Tara Westover The Word is Murder by Anthony Horowitz An American Marriage by Tayari Jones Circe by Madeline Miller...
2018-12-2025 min
Tell The Bartender - A Storytelling PodcastEpisode 93: Sometimes A Bridesmaid, And Traveling WorldwideIn this Episode: The Bartender talks to Jen Glantz who is a "Bridesmaid for Hire", and has SO MANY QUESTIONS. Then Nancy Halpern shares some of her adventures from when she spent 5 days in Burma, alone, in her 20s. We then bring it back to American politics, the current Muslim "It's-not-a-ban-but-it-is-a-ban" Ban, and the impact of people traveling outside of their comfort zones. Like the show? Tip The Bartender! Or give it 5 stars!
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