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Brain vs Me™The Cost of Waiting Until It Feels ClearSend a text What looks like responsibility isn’t always responsibility. Sometimes it’s avoidance with better language. In this episode, Josh walks through a familiar pattern: delaying action not because of laziness or confusion, but because starting would make something real. Using performance reviews as the entry point, he explores how intelligent, self-aware people get stuck negotiating with discomfort, mistaking preparation, reflection, and insight for progress. This is a quiet look at how avoidance hides behind good intentions — and why nothing actually changes until behavior does. You’re listening to the Brain vs Me podcast - ...
2026-03-0914 minBrain vs Me™Anxiety, Avoidance, and the Gym DoorSend a textFor months, I told myself I wasn’t avoiding the gym. I was “preparing.”Because preparation feels productive. Avoidance feels lazy.In this episode of Brain vs. Me, I talk about why walking into the gym was harder than the workout itself — and how anxiety turns simple actions into psychological obstacle courses.This isn’t a fitness episode. It’s a story about uncertainty, visibility, overthinking, and the fear of being new in public. About how our brains demand confidence before action, even though confidence only comes af...
2026-03-0412 minBrain vs Me™When the Therapy That Saved You Isn’t Enough AnymoreSend a textFor a long time, I thought changing therapists meant something went wrong. That I failed. That therapy failed. That I was starting over.It turns out, it meant I was paying attention.In this episode of Brain vs. Me, I talk about changing therapists without turning it into a crisis — not quitting therapy, not rejecting the past, but evolving as your needs change.I break down how DBT helped me survive emotional chaos, why that same structure eventually felt like maintenance instead of growth, and how...
2026-03-0212 min
Harpin' On Rugby502 : Cardiff v Leinster previewPreview also available on our YouTube channelOur guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGANwww.keegolaughs.comApologies Up Front on Apple PodcastsLEINSTER : 15 Jimmy O’Brien 14 Joshua Kenny 13 Rieko Ioane 12 Robbie Henshaw 11 Ruben Moloney 10 Harry Byrne 9 Fintan Gunne1 Jerry Cahir 2 John McKee 3 Andrew Sparrow 4 Alan Spicer 5 Brian Deeny 6 Max Deegan (c) 7 Scott Penny 8 James Culhane16 Gus McCarthy 17 Alex Usanov 18 Rabah Slimani 19 RG Snyman 20 Josh Ericson 21 Luke McGrath 22 Charlie Tector 23 Andrew OsborneCARDIFF : 15 Cam Winnett 14 Jacob Beetham 13 Harri Millar...
2026-02-2615 minBrain vs Me™Recognizing Depression Before It Breaks YouSend a textDepression doesn’t always look like sadness. Sometimes it looks like numbness, exhaustion, self-doubt, and quietly pulling away from your own life.In this episode of Brain vs. Me, Joshua Erickson talks about the quiet version of depression — the kind that doesn’t announce itself, doesn’t feel dramatic, and often goes unnoticed until it’s already settled in.This isn’t a clinical breakdown or a motivational speech. It’s a personal, honest look at how depression actually shows up: the inner critic that sounds reasonable, the slow erosio...
2026-02-2509 minBrain vs Me™You Don’t Need to Be FixedSend a text For a long time, Josh believed that being different meant something was wrong with him. Being too sensitive, thinking too much, reacting differently — all of it got framed as damage instead of wiring. In this episode, he explores how easily difference gets labeled as broken, how diagnoses and assumptions turn into identities, and the cost of trying to be “normal.” This isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about understanding how your brain works, letting go of the mask, and building a life that fits who you actually are. You’re listening to the Brain v...
2026-02-2315 minBrain vs Me™Burnout Isn’t Being TiredSend a text Burnout isn’t about being tired — it’s about erosion. In this episode, Josh breaks down what burnout actually feels like once you’re past exhaustion and into numbness. Drawing from years of overwork, content creation, and ignoring his own warning signs, he talks about how burnout hides behind productivity, how passion can mask depletion, and why pushing harder only accelerates the crash. This isn’t a motivational talk about grit or rest — it’s an honest look at what happens when you stop listening to yourself and what changed when he finally did. You’re list...
2026-02-1818 minBrain vs Me™A Day in the Life of my Therapy BrainSend a textYou’re listening to the Brain vs Me podcast - A show about the moments your brain gets ahead of you — usually before you’re ready.Here’s your host, Joshua Ericson. Thanks for listening to The Brain vs Me Podcast. If you enjoyed this and want to keep up, follow or subscribe to the show. You can leave a comment, ask a question, or share the episode wherever you’re listening.If you’d like to support the show, or explore Joshua Ericson’s books and writing, visit brain versus me...
2026-02-1635 minBrain vs Me™The Exhaustion of PerformanceSend a text Being “on” all the time isn’t confidence — it’s performance. In this episode, Josh talks about the exhaustion that comes from constantly masking, performing, and showing up as a version of yourself you think other people want. From work to relationships to content creation, he explores how wearing masks drains your social battery, distorts identity, and quietly erodes mental health. This isn’t about abandoning professionalism — it’s about recognizing when performing stops being useful and starts becoming harmful. You’re listening to the Brain vs Me podcast - A show about the moments you...
2026-02-1113 minBrain vs Me™When Reliability Becomes a RoleSend a text At some point, being dependable stopped being a choice and started becoming an expectation. In this episode, Josh talks about the hidden cost of being “the reliable one” — the person who holds it together, absorbs stress, and never asks for anything back. He explores how reliability turns into a role, how strength becomes a contract, and why people who support everyone else often end up carrying everything alone. This isn’t about resentment or blame — it’s about recognizing what reliability costs when no one ever checks on the person doing the holding. You’re liste...
2026-02-0913 minBrain vs Me™When Impressive Feels Like a ThreatSend a text It didn’t start as jealousy. It started as measurement. In this episode, Josh unpacks a subtle but familiar moment: when someone impressive enters the room and curiosity quietly turns into threat assessment. Using an interview as the entry point, he explores how insecurity shows up before behavior ever does, why the brain mistakes competence for competition, and how leadership can shift from presence to defense without us realizing it. This isn’t about being cruel or arrogant — it’s about catching the instinct to protect status before it hijacks judgment. You’re listening...
2026-02-0410 minBrain vs Me™If You’re Thinking About It, You’re Already LateSend a text For a long time, Josh tried to understand how he felt by thinking harder. But by the time the thoughts showed up, the damage was usually already done. In this episode, he explores the difference between what the body notices first and how the brain rushes in to explain it afterward. From elevated heart rate to shallow breathing, this is a grounded look at how early physical signals get ignored, how that delay leads to emotional hijacking, and what changes when you listen sooner instead of waiting for your thoughts to spiral. This isn’t a...
2026-02-0216 min
Harpin' On Rugby493 : Leinster v Edinburgh previewPreview also available on our YouTube channelOur guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGANwww.keegolaughs.comApologies Up Front on Apple PodcastsLeinster : 15 Andrew Osborne 14 Joshua Kenny 13 Rieko Ioane 12 Ciarán Mangan 11 Ruben Moloney 10 Charlie Tector 9 Luke McGrath (c)1 Jerry Cahir 2 John McKee 3 Andrew Sparrow 4 RG Snyman 5 Brian Deeny 6 Max Deegan 7 Scott Penny 8 Diarmuid Mangan16 Gus McCarthy 17 Alex Usanov 18 Niall Smyth 19 Conor O’Tighearnaigh 20 Josh Ericson 21 Will Connors 22 Fintan Gunne 23 Hugo McLaughlinEdinburgh : 15 Harry Paterson 14 Malelili Satala 13 Wes Goo...
2026-01-3018 minBrain vs Me™Conversations I’ve Had That Never ExistedSend a text We don’t just imagine conversations before they happen — we replay them long after they’re over, refining responses, adjusting tone, and convincing ourselves we’re “preparing.” In this episode, Josh explores how mental rehearsal masquerades as readiness, why our brains use imaginary conversations to avoid uncertainty, and the quiet cost of living in rehearsals instead of real moments. From leadership to everyday interactions, this is a look at how control, anxiety, and presence collide — and what changes when we notice the pattern instead of obeying it. You’re listening to the Brain vs Me podcas...
2026-01-2812 minBrain vs Me™Therapy Isn’t LinearSend a text Progress in therapy doesn’t move in straight lines—it loops, stalls, and sometimes backtracks entirely. In this episode, Josh explores the emotional whiplash of doing the work, only to feel like you're starting over again. From breakdowns that feel like failure to breakthroughs that show up disguised as panic, this episode is a brutally honest look at what it means to heal in real time. If you’ve ever left a session thinking, “Shouldn’t I be past this by now?”—this one’s for you. You’re listening to the Brain vs Me podcast...
2026-01-2617 minBrain vs Me™Depression – When Even Your Coping Skills Call in SickSend a textEver feel like you're still functioning but completely numb inside?This week on Brain vs Me™, we dive into the quiet version of depression—the one that doesn’t look dramatic, but slowly wears you down. It's the kind where your coping skills stop working, joy feels like a distant memory, and getting through the day feels like emotional quicksand.We talk about:What “high-functioning” depression really feels likeThe guilt of not “healing fast enough”When even journaling and coffee stop helpingHow small wins still count—even if they feel pointless
2026-01-2116 minBrain vs Me™ADHD: Oh Look, a Full-Blown Identity CrisisSend a textEver tried to send one email and ended up deep into jellyfish documentaries and reorganizing your sock drawer? Same.This episode of Brain vs Me dives into what it’s really like living with ADHD—the full-body panic, the productivity spirals, the emotional whiplash, and the weird superpower of hyperfocus that never shows up when you actually need it. We’re not here to talk about the “quirky” version of ADHD. We’re talking executive dysfunction, shame spirals, and that moment you start doubting your entire worth because you forgot to reply to a text.
2026-01-1922 minBrain vs Me™Marriage, Parenting, and Other Ways to Lose SleepSend a textMarriage and parenting are full-time jobs—with no training, no pay, and coworkers who are somehow always sticky. In this episode, Josh dives into the messy, beautiful, occasionally soul-crushing chaos of family life. From folding-clothes fights in marriage counseling to kids melting down over “spicy bananas,” nothing is off-limits.You’ll hear:How mental health affects marriages (even the strong ones)The truth about parenting while neurodivergentWhy bedtime feels like a hostage negotiationThe emotional whiplash of loving your family but needing five damn minutes aloneHow to stop comparing your fam...
2026-01-1416 minBrain vs Me™Burnout in Disguise: We Need to Talk About Your ‘I’m Fine’ FaceSend a textEver been praised at work while secretly falling apart?That surreal moment when someone says, "You're killing it," and all you want to do is cry—because it confirms your worst fear: no one can tell you're drowning.This episode dives into the high-functioning burnout trap—when professional performance becomes a mask for spiraling mental health. You’re answering emails at midnight. Making self-deprecating jokes about exhaustion so no one asks questions. Piling pressure onto yourself because the world keeps applauding.We’ll unpack:Why praise c...
2026-01-1220 minBrain vs Me™Therapy: I’m Paying Someone to What, Now?Send a textYou walk into therapy expecting a few tips and tricks… and suddenly you’re crying about something from third grade.Welcome to the weird, awkward, deeply uncomfortable magic of therapy. In this episode, Josh explores the myths, spirals, and quiet breakthroughs that come with finally asking for help. From the emotional whiplash of opening up to a stranger, to the awkward silence that somehow wrecks you more than words ever could—this one’s for anyone who’s ever wondered: “Is therapy actually helping, or am I just trauma-dumping with receipts?”We unpack th...
2026-01-0519 minBrain vs Me™Welcome to Brain vs MeSend a textWelcome to Brain vs Me—a podcast for overthinkers, ADHD minds, and anyone who’s ever spiraled over a text message. In this episode, host Joshua Ericson introduces the show, the chaos behind it, and what you can expect going forward. Part therapy rant, part comedic breakdown, this debut is raw, honest, and occasionally absurd.Inside:Why overthinking can feel like a courtroom drama starring your own thoughtsWhat this podcast is (and isn’t) here to doA preview of future episodes: ADHD meltdowns, therapy spirals, family chaos, and mental...
2025-12-2907 min
Harpin' On Rugby475 : Dragons v Leinster previewOur guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGANwww.keegolaughs.comApologies Up Front on Apple PodcastsLEINSTER : 15. Jimmy O’Brien 14. Joshua Kenny 13. Hugh Cooney 12. Ciarán Frawley 11. Jordan Larmour 10. Harry Byrne 9. Fintan Gunne1. Jack Boyle 2. Gus McCarthy 3. Thomas Clarkson 4. Brian Deeny 5. Diarmuid Mangan 6. Alex Soroka 7. Scott Penny 8. Max Deegan (c)16. John McKee 17. Jerry Cahir 18. Rabah Slimani 19. RG Snyman 20. Josh Ericson 21. Luke McGrath 22. Charlie Tector 23. Ruben MoloneyDRAGONS : 15 Angus O’Brien (c) 14 Cai Evans 13 David Richards 12 Aneurin Owen 11 Huw Anderson 10 Tinus de Beer 9 Rhodri Williams
2025-11-2714 min
Game Knights & Extra Turns GameplayWe Put YOUR Decks to the Test! | Extra Turns 65In this exciting episode of Extra Turns, we’re playing brews built by the FANS! We asked our Patrons to submit their favorite lists, then Jimmy, JLK, Rachel, and Murph each picked a deck to bring into battle. But who will do their patron proud with a victory in this four-way face-off? It’s time to find out, and may the best Fan Deck win!
It’s Eriette vs. Indominus Rex vs. Felisa vs. Bruse & Ikra
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2025-11-1459 min
TONIGHT on Murder, She WroteEpisode 26: Let's Lie to the FBI!When is it a good idea to lie to the FBI? We may learn TONIGHT ON MURDER, SHE WROTE! This week, we return to Cabot Cove just as a skeleton is unearthed on the construction site of a controversial hotel project. When the body is a likely candidate for either the town's revolutionary hero Joshua Peabody, some rando who liked reenactments, or this week's local good guy with a shameful secret, it's up to local celebrity busybody Jessica Fletcher (Angela Lansbury) to lead the case. The town is appropriately aghast when the hotel project's opportunistic bu...
2025-07-201h 03
Conservative Conversations with ISIRoger Scruton, Civilization, Conservatism Abroad, and Impossible DialogueEpisode 11 - Roger Scruton, Civilization, Conservatism Abroad, and Impossible Dialogue In this episode... A listener question on conservatism outside the U.S.An interview with Dan Mahoney about Roger ScrutonWords of wisdom from Roger Scruton on Civilization Links: Roger Scruton: A Thing Called CivilizationRoger Scruton Legacy FoundationDan Mahoney at Law & LibertyThe CriticValeurs ActuellesIncorrect Books Mentioned:The Solzhenitsyn Reader, ed. Edward Ericson jr. & Daniel J. MahoneyBertrand De Jouvenel, Daniel J. MahoneyMaverick: A biography of Thomas Sowell, Jason RileyMinds Wide Shut, Morton Schapiro & Gary Saul MorsonThe American Republic, Orestes BrownsonRed, White, and Black, ed. Robert...
2021-06-151h 11
Meizon ChurchEpisode #9 | Embracing the MysteryMeizon Mission. Episode #9Series: Words of God - Part 4 - "Embracing the Mystery"Keynote Speaker: Joshua StumpJOIN THE MEIZON MISSION:Fill out the online connect card...https://meizon.churchcenter.com/people/forms/192000FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE MEIZON MISSION:Give Online: https://meizon.churchcenter.com/givingText to Give: 84321Mail a Check to: Meizon MissionPO Box 391Newberry, FL 32669LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLexGi3K_iOGDL5OfYSTf7QContact o...
2021-02-0732 min
Cabot Coverage: A Murder, She Wrote Podcast13. Joshua Peabody Died Here ... Possibly (Season 2, Episode 2) (First Aired on October 6, 1985)In Cabot Cove, a tycoon with many enemies is found dead on the construction site of his high-rise hotel. Fun Fact: This is Dr. Seth Hazlitt's first appearance on "Murder, She Wrote."This episode is available to stream on Amazon and Peacock.Guest Stars include:1. John Astin (Addams Family) as Harry Pierce)2. Chuck Connors (The Rifleman) as FBI Agent Fred Keller3. Meg Foster (Masters of the Universe) as Del Scott4. Ken Swofford (Annie) as Leo Kowalski5. Michael Sarrazin (They Shoot Horses, Don't They?) as David Marsh6. John E...
2020-07-291h 09
24FPS24FPS HS 2015 : Les films de Novembre/DécembreFinissons-en avec 2015 via 21 films vus à la fin de l'année que nous tenions tout de même à évoquer avant d'attaquer 2016 !Voici la liste des 21 films évoqués dans cette émission sans spoiler :
Crazy Amy de Judd Apatow (à partir de 0h03m35)
Jamais Entre Amis de Leslye Headland (à partir de 0h15m10)
À vif ! de John Wells (à partir de 0h18m57)
The Night Before de Jonathan Levine (à partir de 0h21m35)
Point Break de Ericson Core (à partir de 0h23m50)
A Very Murray Christmas de Sofia Coppola (à partir de 0h27m32)...
2016-01-022h 49