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Laura Cathcart Robbins
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Only One In The Room
Scott And Laura Talk About The LA Fires 2025
Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter share their distressing experience of surviving the 2025 Los Angeles fires in this special episode for 'Scott Talks'.They discuss the impact of the prolonged drought, theSanta Ana winds, and the rapid spread of the fires that affected various communities includingPacific Palisades and Altadena. The episode goes into detail about their emergency preparations, emotional struggles, and the profound sense of community and gratitude they felt during the crisis. They reflect on the importance of focusing on humanity and coming together in times of disaster.Laura Cathcart Robbins W...
2025-01-16
26 min
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life In Hiding- Babies
Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper on the subjects of race, recovery, and divorce have garnered her worldwide acclaim. Email: cathcartrobbins@gmail.com Website: theonlyonepod.comInstagram: @lauracathcartrobbinsTikTok: @mscathcartrobbinsFacebook: @Laura Ca...
2023-10-06
13 min
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life In Hiding, Prologue
Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper on the subjects of race, recovery, and divorce have garnered her worldwide acclaim. She is a 2022 TEDx Speaker, and LA Moth StorySlam winner. Currently, she sits on the advisory boards of the San Di...
2023-09-22
10 min
Only One In The Room
Special Episode: Finding Hope On The Path To Sobriety
Laura joins fellow podcasters, Gillian Tietz, Eric Zimmer and Paul Churchill for a conversation during which they share their experiences in early sobriety. While each of their journeys is unique, there is also a shared understanding of what it's like in those first days of recovery. This episode will provide helpful insights, inspiration, and hope from those that have lived through such painful experiences and come out on the other side to share what they’ve learned, including: Their similar and unique experiences in the early days of sobriety How gratitude plays an important role in recovering from add...
2023-07-20
1h 06
Only One In The Room
Stash Audiobook Excerpt: Chapter Four
Last time, we talked about how audiobooks have become one of the nation’s largest bookseller’s most popular formats, accounting for 50% of books that hit number one - isn’t that amazing? I had the pleasure of reading my debut memoir, Stash My Life In Hiding myself for audio. Scott and I want to share some Stash excerpts with you and today you’ll hear a section from Chapter Four, where I wrote about my first-ever experience with Ambien and how it changed my life.But first, a little housekeeping: This Audio excerpt is...
2023-05-05
12 min
Only One In The Room
Stash Audiobook Excerpt: Prologue
Did you know that audiobooks have become one of the nation’s largest bookseller’s most popular format, accounting for 50% of books that hit number one? I had the pleasure of reading my debut memoir, Stash My Life In Hiding myself for audio. Apparently this is a job that usually goes to an audiobook narrator or an actor, and now I know why! (It was quite demanding!) Scott and I wanted to share some Stash excerpts with you, but first first, a little housekeeping: This Audio excerpt is courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from STASH by Laura Cathcar...
2023-04-21
09 min
Only One In The Room
Ryan Dusick Is The Only Rock Star Who Found It Harder to Breathe
What if you were the drummer for Maroon 5, and soon after you became one of the best-known bands in the world, you realized that there was something very wrong, something that impaired your ability to play?Founding member of Maroon 5, author and associate marriage and family therapist, Ryan Dusick, found himself keeping his condition a secret from Adam Levine and the rest of his bandmates. Hoping that he’d never have to reveal to the others what was really going on.But what would you do if one day your bandmates confronted you and asked yo...
2023-04-18
1h 03
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Lynn Forney
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Lynn Forney right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Em...
2023-04-12
17 min
Only One In The Room
Lynn Forney Is The Only One Who Was Stabbed Seven Times by a Stranger
Imagine waking up to find a stranger in your bed stabbing you repeatedly.Dancer, choreographer, actor, director, and writer, Lynn Forney was home from college when a stranger broke into her mother’s house and stabbed her seven times, while telling her, “Don’t worry, I’m a friend of your mothers.”But what would you do if after you’d been hospitalized for sixteen days, it seemed like the police were suspicious, insinuating that there was some way you could have done this to yourself? Would you doubt your sanity and go along with their gasligh...
2023-04-11
51 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Saket Soni
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Saket Soni right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Notion AI:Notion AI helps you work faster, write better and think bigger, and complete tasks that would normally take you hours in just seconds! Try out the incredible power of Notion AI for free when you go to notion.com/one...
2023-04-05
23 min
Only One In The Room
Saket Soni Is The Only One Who Freed 500 Indian Workers From Human Trafficking
What if a call in the middle of the night from a stranger changed your life forever?Author, activist, and founder and director of Resilience Force, Saket Soni, was in New Orleans working as a community organizer, when he got a call from an Indian man who was being held in a labor camp.So what would you do if you agreed to meet this man, but when you arrived it wasn’t one man, it was ONE HUNDRED men? Would you turn around, daunted by the idea of helping that many people? Or would stay...
2023-04-04
56 min
Only One In The Room
TEAM PICK: Scott Talks to Clint Schaff
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Clint Schaff right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Nutrafol:Grow thicker, healthier hair AND support our show by going to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code ONLYONE to save fifteen dollars off your first month’s subscription.PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen Hahn...
2023-03-29
21 min
Only One In The Room
TEAM PICK: Clint Schaff Is The Only Dad Talking About IVF
Imagine you and your wife were trying to get pregnant and doctors told you that because you were both of a “certain age” that IVF was your best option.Clint Schaff, award-winning producer of audio, television, film, and live-event projects, took a cue from his wife and started posting about their fertility journey early on, in an effort to create a supportive community.But what would you do if there were a double standard, if hopeful mothers were showered with help and resources but hopeful dads were only expected to be pillars of strength for thei...
2023-03-28
52 min
Only One In The Room
Stash, My Life In Hiding Interview Special: The Only “Other” Laura at The Meadows
Fashion stylist, decorator and artist, Laura Romeo is a fan favorite “character” in my debut memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Listen to this episode to hear Scott, Laura and I take a trip down memory lane – all the way back to our shared time in rehab, in July of 2008.Instagram: @itstylemeOrder your copy of Stash here!Email: cathcartrobbins@gmail.com Website: theonlyonepod.comInstagram: @lauracathcartrobbinsTikTok: @mscathcartrobbinsFacebook: @Laura Cathcart Robbins Order Stash Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The...
2023-03-22
43 min
Only One In The Room
The Only Ones Who Met In Rehab & Fell In Love: Stash, My Life In Hiding Interview Special
In this very special episode we turn the tables with our dear friend and former Only One In The Room guest Dr. Troy Byer from Season 1, Episode 2. Dr. Troy interviews hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter (aka Hon) about how they met and fell in love while in rehab.Order your copy of Stash here!More from Troy Byer:Books by Troy Byer Visit: Mindology FitnessWebsite: www.Troybyer.comTwitter& Instagram: @TroybyerEmail: cathcartrobbins@gmail.com Website: theonlyonepod.com...
2023-03-21
58 min
Only One In The Room
Stash, My Life in Hiding: Scott Talks to Himself
Scott Slaughter is a producer, photographer and traveler living in Studio City, California with his girlfriend, Laura Cathcart Robbins. He is also the co-host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room and the father of two daughters, Lily and Nora Slaughter. Scott is an avid outdoor-enthusiast and surfer. Having traveled all over the United States and the world in pursuit of these endeavors, he has finally found his home in the City of Angels , where he has lived for the past 11 years. You can find his production and photography work at www.theonlyonepod.com and on...
2023-03-15
21 min
Only One In The Room
Stash, My Life in Hiding: The Only Scott S. 412
She’s told her story and now it’s time to hear from him. In this special episode, Laura interviews “Hon” aka, Scott S. 412 aka Scott Slaughter, about his character in her debut memoir, Stash My Life In Hiding. Scott Slaughter is a producer, photographer and traveler living in Studio City, California with his girlfriend, Laura Cathcart Robbins. He is also the co-host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room and the father of two daughters, Lily and Nora Slaughter. Scott is an avid outdoor-enthusiast and surfer. Having traveled all over the United States and the w...
2023-03-14
39 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Sara Clark
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Sara Clark right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Notion AI:Notion AI helps you work faster, write better and think bigger, and complete tasks that would normally take you hours in just seconds! Try out the incredible power of Notion AI for free when you go to notion.com/o...
2023-03-08
21 min
Only One In The Room
Sara Clark Is The Only One Who Took a Risk
She was the face of fitness, appearing on the cover of magazines and acting as an ambassador for a world-renown brand. But as a Black woman, she was often the only one in the room.Up until February 2020, yoga instructor and wellness and mindfulness coach, Sara Clark, lived in New York amid the hustle, going from contract to contract.So what would do if just before the world shut down, you took a vacation on an island where 90% of the locals looked like you? Would you do everything you could to return to the isle o...
2023-03-07
53 min
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life in Hiding - Checking In
Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear Laura read from her new memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Starting at the prologue, Laura has selected several of her favorite pages and passages to share. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we do. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recogniz...
2023-03-03
10 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Gilbert King
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Gilbert King right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! E...
2023-03-01
20 min
Only One In The Room
Gilbert King Is The Only One Fighting To Prove Leo Schofield’s Innocence
Imagine you’re an investigative journalist and a judge asks you to read the transcripts of a 1987 murder case, explaining that the man they convicted is innocent and still serving time.In 2018, Brooklyn-based, author, journalist, and podcaster, Gilbert King, read those transcripts and immediately felt compelled to find out more about convicted murderer, Leo Schofield and the victim, Leo’s wife, Michelle.So what would you do if you were all set to spend the next year or so writing a book, but this case was calling you to investigate? Would you shrug it off and h...
2023-02-28
59 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Benjamin Leyland
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Benjamin Leyland right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Nutrafol:Grow thicker, healthier hair AND support our show by going to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code ONLYONE to save fifteen dollars off your first month’s subscription.PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen Hahn...
2023-02-22
19 min
Only One In The Room
Benjamin Leyland Is The Only One Explaining Why Their Mother’s Suicide Almost Killed Them Too
Imagine being so enmeshed with your mother, that you didn’t know where you ended and she began.Life Coach and writer, Benjamin Leyland, left England and was living in the US when he got the news that his mother had taken her life.So what would you do if the only way you knew to grieve your mother was to drown yourself in drugs and alcohol? Would you seek out anything that would stop the pain? Or would you get sober and tell all the terrible stories so that others might save themselves too?
2023-02-21
1h 00
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life in Hiding - Black In Malibu
Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear Laura read from her new memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Starting at the prologue, Laura has selected several of her favorite pages and passages to share. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we do. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recogniz...
2023-02-17
13 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Kimberley Baker Guillemet
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Kimberley Baker Guillemet right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Nutrablast:Just visit amazon.com/nutrablast and use code: OneRoom20 for a 20% discount off your entire amazon order.PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the US...
2023-02-15
17 min
Only One In The Room
Kimberley Baker Guillemet Is The Only Brown, Round, Girl with OCD Who Became a Judge
What if you were brown, round, and gifted, and we’re also the first-ever scholarship recipient to use a tuition payment plan at your posh all-girls private school in Hancock Park?Author and Criminal Court judge, Kimberley Baker Guillemet, wrote about her experience at the Marlborough School in Los Angeles, where she was often one the few Black faces in the room.So what would you do if you were embarrassed when your grandfather, “Papa” dropped you off at school in an old Plymouth? Would you decide you had to be like your peers to be popu...
2023-02-14
57 min
Only One In The Room
SUNDAY EDITION: Eden Robinson Is The Only One Reclaiming The Word Lesbian
Eden Robinson is a writer, body-positive personal trainer, and a proud and out lesbian.https://www.fangirlfit.com/ IG: @writing.eden, @fangirlfitWatch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Embrace your body, lo...
2023-02-12
34 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Mary Alice Hostetter
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Mary Alice Hostetter right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ t...
2023-02-08
15 min
Only One In The Room
Mary Alice Hostetter Is The Only Gay Mennonite Woman in the Room
What if all your peers were crushing on each other, but you never even thought about romance until you were in your twenties?Author Mary Alice Hostetter grew up in a Mennonite family in Lancaster Pennsylvania and attributed her lack of interest in dating to the fact that “mister right” just hadn’t come along yet.But what would you do if when you were finally struck by cupids arrow, it was a woman and not a man that you were attracted to? Would you suppress your feelings fearing what your parents and eleven brothers and sis...
2023-02-07
51 min
Only One In The Room
SUNDAY EDITION: Justine Evirs Is The Only Biracial, Bisexual, Rape Survivor, Recovering Binge-eater, Alcoholic Military Veteran
Justine Evirs is an Author, Entrepreneur, Stanford University Graduate School of Business Alumni, and future Therapist. She is currently working as a Peer Support Specialist for a long-term residential treatment center specializing in substance abuse and mental health disorders. Evirs is also a student currently working toward becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor. Her long-term goals are to pursue a second Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. Website: blueballoonbooks.com & ballastbooks.comInstagram: @blue_balloon_books Facebook: @Blue Balloon Books LinkedIn: @Ballast Books...
2023-02-05
36 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.c...
2023-02-01
17 min
Only One In The Room
Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey Is The Only One Talking About Infidelity in Polyamorous Relationships
Imagine that people in polyamorous relationships come to you for counseling after they’ve been betrayed by their partners.Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey, Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity therapist, defines cheating as breaking an agreement with your partner, whether it be physical or emotional.So what would you do if you’d discovered that there was a formula to help people rebuild trust in their relationship after cheating? Would you keep it between you and your clients? Or would you write a book, start a podcast and share your knowledge with the world?More...
2023-01-31
48 min
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life in Hiding - Babies
Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear Laura read from her new memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Starting at the prologue, Laura has selected several of her favorite pages and passages to share. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we do. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recogniz...
2023-01-27
14 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Dr. Carder Stout
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Dr. Carder Stout right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room Special thanks to our sponsors:Nutrafol:Grow thicker, healthier hair AND support our show by going to Nutrafol.com and entering the promo code ONLYONE to save fifteen dollars off your first month’s subscription.PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen Hah...
2023-01-25
19 min
Only One In The Room
Dr. Carder Stout Is The Only One Whose Drug Dealer Got Him Sober
Imagine that your drug addiction has taken everything from you, your friends, your family, your apartment, and all you’ve got left is your trusty Ford Taurus.Depth psychologist and author, Dr. Carder Stout, was circling the drain when he received an offer that would not only give him cash in his pocket, but would also give him free drugs.So what would you do if the job was driving for a well-known drug dealer? Would you decide it was too dangerous and tell him, “no thank you?” Or would you take the job and change...
2023-01-24
51 min
Only One In The Room
SUNDAY EDITION: Abbie Romanul Is The Only One Who Stopped Drinking But Still Wants A Cocktail
Today we're talking to Abbie Romanul, founder of Raising the Bar, a zero-proof cocktail experience. Raising the Bar delivers innovative ingredients to make incredible alcohol-free drinks at home. When Abbie quit drinking alcohol, she was frustrated with the lack of grown-up, alcohol-free beverage options beyond soda and lime - thus, the concept for Raising the Bar was born. Raising the Bar is for the sober, sober-curious, mindful drinkers and anyone interested in taking a break for any reason.Website:www.weareraisingthebar.comLinkedIn: @Abbie RomanulFacebook: @weareraisingthebar1Youtube: @Raising the Bar
2023-01-22
35 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Jane Boroski
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Jane Boroski right after the show. Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Embrace yo...
2023-01-18
16 min
Only One In The Room
Jane Boroski Is The Only Pregnant Woman Who Survived Being Stabbed 27 Times by a Serial Killer
What if when you were seven months pregnant you were stabbed 27 times by a serial killer and left for dead?Invisible Tears Podcast host, Jane Boroski, was twenty-two years old and drinking a soda in her car when she was attacked by a man who pulled up next to her in a Jeep Cherokee.So what would you do if you survived, but the man who tried to murder you was still at large? Would you try to forget what happened and go on with your life? Or would you start a podcast dedicated to t...
2023-01-17
50 min
Only One In The Room
On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life in Hiding - Prologue
Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear Laura read from her new memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Starting at the prologue, Laura has selected several of her favorite pages and passages to share. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we do. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recogniz...
2023-01-13
14 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Steve Keller
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Steve Keller right after the show. Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Embrace yo...
2023-01-11
17 min
Only One In The Room
Steve Keller Is The Only One Who Was Captured by Interpol and Extradited Back to the US
What if the company you’d built owned 65 percent of the market share, and you were forced out of business when your competitors teamed up with the US government to take out your industry?Consultant and writer, Steve Keller was convicted of mail fraud and was looking at spending fourteen years in prison. Fourteen years away from his wife and children, ages two and five.But what would you do if you could keep your family together, but it meant that you would all have to flee the country? Would you decide it was better to...
2023-01-10
54 min
Only One In The Room
SUNDAY EDITION: Katie Krimitsos Is The Only Mompreneur In The Room
Lucky us! We were able to nab a second interview with the always-inspiring, queen of meditation podcasts for women, Katie Krimitsos. Family, love, and following dreams…these are the things that matter most to Katie Krimitsos. And it shows up in just about everything she does. The way she raises her two girls, the way she grows with her husband, the way she belly laughs with her girlfriends, and the words she writes in her guided meditations. Through her work with the Women’s Meditation Network, she’s created a way to get little digital messages of love out in...
2023-01-08
42 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Shawna Kay Rodenberg
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Shawna Kay Rodenberg right after the show. Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Thanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible, female, and minority-owned and all of their leggings make makes your booty look amazing. Go to https://cutebooty.com/ today! Em...
2023-01-04
17 min
Only One In The Room
Shawna Kay Rodenberg Is The Only Writer in the Room Speaking Up For The Misrepresented People of Kentucky
As a child, she played in the hills of Kentucky, where her ancestors had lived for three hundred years.In 2017, author, and nurse, Shawna Kay Rodenberg, wrote an article about Eastern Kentucky that caught the attention of a CBS news anchor, who was eager to do a piece on Shawna against the backdrop of Trump signage and “signs of blight.”So what would you do if you were sick and tired of the media misrepresenting both the people and the place you called home? Would you stay quiet and allow the stereotypes to continue? Or would...
2023-01-03
58 min
Only One In The Room
Collier Landry Is The Only One Who Put His Father In Prison For Murdering His Mother - TEAM FAVORITE
Imagine if as an eleven-year-old, you were woken up by the sounds of your father murdering your mother?Filmmaker and podcaster, Collier Landry testified on the witness stand against his father at age 12, and it was his testimony that helped put his father in prison for life. But later on as an adult, he found that he still wanted closure.But what would you do if you’d confronted your father in prison in the hopes that he would tell you why he did it, but found that he was incapable of telling the truth? Wou...
2022-12-30
55 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks to Tim Brown - TEAM FAVORITE
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Tim Brown right after the show.Episode chosen by Brent Shaw, Social Media Marketing Director Instagram:Brent leads our social media marketing efforts where he has helped grow our Instagram account to over 42,000 followers from scratch! He also has a big following of his own. Through social media he mentors students from all over the world, teaching them the researched-backed ways how to study! He’s been so inspired by working with us...
2022-12-28
20 min
Only One In The Room
Tim Brown Is The Only 911 Survivor Telling Stories Of Heroism In National Intelligence Communities - TEAM FAVORITE
Imagine responding to an emergency call on September 11, 2001 and finding yourself at the base of the south tower as it collapsed.Tim Brown, retired, decorated 20-year FDNY firefighter and a survivor of the 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, lost 93 of his friends on Sept. 11th, including his two best friends.So what would you do if you’d survived the most horrific attack ever to take place on US soil? Would you try to forget about it and decide to go on with your life? Or would you spend your time and resources tel...
2022-12-27
59 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks With Special Guest Jeff Kober - TEAM FAVORITE
In this unique episode of Scott Talks, we feature a special reading created and also read by Jeff Kober. A former The Only One In The Room guest and friend of the show. A little about Jeff Kober:As an actor, Jeff has appeared in many TV series, General Hospital and recently recurring on NCIS: Los Angeles, Shameless, The Walking Dead, Sons of Anarchy, and New Girl, and many others. Film work includes Leave No Trace, Sully, Beauty Mark, and Tank Girl. For the past seven years, he has written a Daily Thought about meditation an...
2022-12-21
12 min
Only One In The Room
Dr. Willie Parker Is The Only Black, Christian Abortion Doctor Who Insists That Women Matter & Demands That We Treat Them Like They Do - TEAM FAVORITE
Imagine being an doctor who identifies as a Christian, but also feels called to provide care to women seeking abortions?OB/GYN, and reproductive justice advocate, Dr. Willie Parker, was on his way to work when the decision to overturn Roe V Wade was announced, making it impossible for him to perform an abortion on the patient he was scheduled to see.So what would you do if the law of the land changed on a dime and you were no longer able to perform procedures in many of the states where you were licensed...
2022-12-16
57 min
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PRESENTING: gogoflow by Gogo Zoger
Gogo cultivates a safe, light-hearted space where you can quiet the outside noise, de-stress, and focus on your body & mind. In gogoflow you’ll find meditations and movement secrets that deepen your self-awareness and offer new perspectives on self love and empowerment. She encourages owning your body and finding the space & time to soothe your soul.Live FEARLESSLY, Meditation More from Gogo Zoger:Listen to gogoflow meditationWebsite: gogoflowpodcast.com Instagram & TikTok & Twitter: @gogoflow_ Email: thegogoflow@gmail.com If you ever feel called towards a certain...
2022-12-15
11 min
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Scott Talks to Charlie Cifarelli - TEAM FAVORITE
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Charlie Cifarelli right after the show.Episode chosen by Daniel Turek, Sound Engineer Post Production Editor:A proud Bay Area native, Daniel grew up surrounded by music, leading to a life and career immersed in sound. After relocating to Southern California, Daniel pursued his career in audio engineering, working at some of Los Angeles’s top studios. Daniel has worked with many of today’s most prominent artists and recording professionals in both...
2022-12-14
21 min
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PRESENTING: Be Bold Begin By Christina Barsi
Christina Barsi’s journey has largely been focused on themes connected around the power of voice. She believes purpose and message are directly related to speaking our truths and when we speak our truths confidently we have the power to not just change our own lives but to change the world.How To Use The Power Of Your Voice To Speak Notes of Love & Authenticity with Judy Rodman, of All Things Vocal Episode 72More from Barsi:Listen to Be Bold Begin Join: Intuitive Creators Academy & CollectiveTak...
2022-12-08
59 min
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Scott Talks to Rebecca Metz - TEAM FAVORITE
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Rebecca Metz right after the show.Episode Chosen by Gogo Zoger, Associate Producer:Gogo is a multimedia artist, writer, and creator. She started as an intern for The Only One In The Room and worked her way into the role of Associate Producer. She now hosts Gogoflow meditation, a weekly guided meditation podcast, and produces Shopify’s flagship show, Shopify Masters. Gogo serves as the Media Coordinator for Legal Talk Network’s Side...
2022-12-07
16 min
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Rebecca Metz Is The Only One Who Wouldn’t Change a Thing - TEAM FAVORITE
What if, while growing up, you found that you preferred sneakers to heels and jeans to dresses? And because you didn’t really fit in with your peers, you thought maybe if things were different, if you were different, life might be easier.Actress, Rebecca Metz, chimed in once on set and joined the chorus of women talking about going on a diet.But what would you do if your co-worker wondered aloud why you would want to alter yourself for a part, when you were already working? Would you dismiss her comment as flattery an...
2022-12-06
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Scott Talks to The Anxiety Sisters - TEAM FAVORITE
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest The Anxiety Sisters right after the show.Episode Chosen by Brandi Lin, Project Coordinator at Avant Haüs Media:Brandi Lin is an experienced Project Coordinator who started in the entertainment industry working at Cartoon Network Studios and Titmouse. She then transitioned into podcasting, co-creating her own show, Art Sistory, which was recorded on a yearlong trip in more than 7 countries. She is now a proud member of the A...
2022-11-30
22 min
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Scott Talks to Jonny Wilkinson
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Jonny Wilkinson right after the show.Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room PATREON SHOUT OUTS:Mercedes Cusick LMFT, Website: www.mercedescusick.com, IG: @recoverhealbloomCheck Out How To Do The PotThanks to Kathleen HahnCute Booty Lounge is made right here in the USA, by women and for women. The company is incredible...
2022-11-23
25 min
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Jonny Wilkinson Is The Only One In The Room Whose Biggest Win Led To Darkness
What if your whole life you’d trained for the moment when you could win the Rugby World Cup Final?Podcaster and World Rugby Hall Of Famer, Jonny Wilkinson, scored the winning drop goal in the last minute of time in the 2003 Rugby World Cup, and instantly became one of the most recognizable people on the planet.But what would you do if instead of savoring the moment you’d worked so hard for, you found yourself sinking into a mire of confusion, defeat and grief? Would you do whatever you could to recapture the feeli...
2022-11-22
1h 01
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JUNETEENTH: On My Nightstand: Why Do All The Black People Sit Together In Recovery Meetings? By Laura Cathcart Robbins
Celebrating Black Stories And Voices:When Sunday Times best-selling author, Catherine Gray asked me to contribute an essay to her new book, Sunshine Warm Sober, I jumped at the chance. When I found out that she wanted my essay to tell the story of what it’s like being Black in white recovery spaces, I knew exactly which story I wanted to tell.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many ye...
2022-06-24
15 min
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On My Nightstand: True Calm from The Moment by Laura Cathcart Robbins
Ten years ago I was lucky enough to be a part of a project called The Moment, which is described as wild, poignant, life changing stories from 125 writers and artists, famous and obscure (I was definitely one of the more obscure ones). My editor, Larry Smith was wonderful – inspiring, supportive and unflinching. I look back on this experience now with gratitude as Atria/Simon & Schuster is preparing to launch my memoir, Stash, into the world (March, 2023). As Scottie says, that moment, has led me to this moment.Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The O...
2022-06-10
11 min
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On My Nightstand: Mental Health Awareness Month- Why What Simone Biles Just Did Matters So Much To Black Women Like Me, by Laura Cathcart Robbins
To honor Mental Health Awareness Month, I am reading a piece that I wrote last summer for Huffpost Personal about Simone Biles and her courageous but highly controversial decision to pull out of her event at the 2021 Summer Olympics. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (due out in spring of 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equi...
2022-05-06
16 min
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Scott Talks to Laura Davis
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Laura Davis right after the show.Special thanks to our sponsors:Carpe:Carpe is the #1 dermatologist recommended brand for sweat all over the body, scientifically tested and proven. Go to mycarpe.com, get free shipping plus TWENTY FIVE PERCENT OFF with the code ONE. That's 25% off when you use the code ONE at mycarpe. com. Completely risk free because Carpe offers a 100% money back guarantee, no questions asked!B...
2022-04-06
16 min
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Laura Davis Is The Only One Who Took Care Of Her Elderly Mother After She Betrayed Her
What if you’d experienced a childhood event so traumatic that it took you twenty five years to even remember that it happened?When author Laura Davis was twenty eight years old, she remembered that she ‘d been molested by her maternal grandfather.But what would you do if when you finally worked up the courage to tell your mother, she betrayed your trust? Would you cut her out of your life forever, never speaking to her again? Or would you find a way to forgive her and take care of her during her final years...
2022-04-05
53 min
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On My Nightstand Re-Release: Enter-Racial By Laura Cathcart Robbins
Today’s On My Night Stand-read, Enter-Racial, was written by Laura Cathcart Robbins. It is the story of when she flew to Richmond, Virginia to meet her boyfriend Scott’s father for the first time, while he lay dying in the ICU. You’ll hear her talk about the fear of being a Black woman walking into the seat of the confederacy and meeting a man on his deathbed, who up until that moment, had no idea that she was Black.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only O...
2022-03-18
18 min
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Scott Talks To Laura Cathcart Robbins
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with Laura Cathcart Robbins about her discussion on The Shameless Mom Academy podcast and her appearance on Dr. Phil about Critical Race Theory.Visit: https://shamelessmom.com/Laura's KTLA Appearance on Racism & Interracial CouplesWatch Highlights from Laura's Appearance on Dr. PhilSpecial thanks to our sponsors:BetterHelp:BetterHelp is a great, affordable option for professional counseling done securely online. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your...
2022-03-16
25 min
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Presenting: Shameless Mom Academy Podcast
When the Dr. Phil Show called earlier this year asking for moms to come on and discuss one of our nation’s most volatile topics, Critical Race Theory, Laura Cathcart Robbins and her friend and podcaster, Sara Dean answered. In this episode of the Shameless Mom Academy Podcast, listen in as Laura and Sara talk to each other about their experience for the first time.Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (due out in spring of 2023). She has...
2022-03-15
1h 01
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On My Nightstand: A Black School Principal Changed My Life by Laura Cathcart Robbins
I was inspired to write this piece for Huffpost after former Miami Dolphins coach, Brian Flores sued the NFL for racial discrimination. Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (due out in spring of 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper on the subjects of race, rec...
2022-03-11
17 min
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On My Nightstand: Do I Have The Right To Tell Your Story? By Laura Cathcart Robbins
This month I say an official goodbye to Moving Forewords, the memoirist collective to which I’ve belonged for the past four, maybe five years. To me, this collection of powerful female writers from all over the country was my safe place. And I am forever grateful and humbled to have been one among many. Although our website will no longer be available, I was able to salvage this piece of writing I did three-ish years ago for our blog and wanted to share it with you all today.Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the pop...
2022-02-04
08 min
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Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter: Holiday Bonus Episode: The Only Ones Looking Back at 2021
Please join us for our 2021 commencement, as we look back over the year and look forward to 2022. In this episode, Laura and Scott discuss a range of subjects, from how long it's actually been since Laura has been inside a grocery store, to Scott's very special thirteen-year sobriety anniversary. Please join us for this candid discussion of their relationship and how the events of this year have impacted them as a couple.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, Cali...
2021-12-26
41 min
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Bonus Re-Release: On My Nightstand: I’m Regular Sober, Here’s How I Feel About Demi Lovato Being California Sober by Laura Cathcart Robbins
My friend Amy Bond, (episodes 25 and 54) sent me a screenshot of an article about Demi Lovato last month and then texted, “Oooh you could write about this.” Turns out she was right. I had a lot to say about California Sober vs Regular Sober.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity...
2021-12-10
14 min
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On My Nightstand: How My Drinking Friends Helped Me Stay Sober by Laura Cathcart Robbins
As the holidays are upon us, I thought it fitting to read an essay I wrote for the magnificent Catherine Gray’s Sober Spring blog called, How My Drinking Friend’s Helped me Stay Sober. Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper...
2021-11-19
12 min
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SUNDAY EDITION: Hari Ziyad Is The Only Abolitionist In The Room
Hari Ziyad is a cultural critic, a screenwriter, and the editor-in-chief of RaceBaitr. They are a 2021 Lambda Literary Fellow, and their writing has been featured in BuzzFeed, Out, the Guardian, Paste magazine, and the academic journal Critical Ethnic Studies, among other publications. They are also currently a writer on the new season CBS show, The Neighborhood, and were previously a script consultant on the drama series David Makes Man (OWN), as well as Managing Editor of Black Youth Project, and an Assistant Editor of Vinyl Poetry & Prose. Order: Black Boy Out Of TimeWebsite: https://w...
2021-10-24
37 min
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Scott Talks To Tonya Evans
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Tonya Evans right after the show.Special thanks to our sponsors:Pitches With Bitches:Laura Cathcart Robbins and Stefanie Wilder Taylor are conducting a virtual pitching workshop on Oct 23rd from 11-1 pm (PT). We will tell you everything we know about getting your work published online to build up your resume. It will also include an up-to-date list of over 80 places to send your stuff! The...
2021-10-20
21 min
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Tonya Evans Is The Only Black Queer Woman Explaining BlockChain
What if you, a tenured professor at a prestigious university wanted to buy your mother a home and the bank treated you like a suspect instead of a prospect?Dr. Tonya Evans, professor at Penn State Dickinson Law School who was recently named to the Forbes 50 over 50 list, in the category of investment, teaches her students how Crypto Currency can bypass the old guard gatekeepers and be the key to creating generational wealth for everyone, but especially for our underserved communities.But what would you do if an entire institution was threatened by the fact...
2021-10-19
57 min
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SUNDAY EDITION: AJ Johnson Is The Only Covid Caregiver In The Room
There are over 4.7 million people in California caring for a relative or close friend, and many of them are COVID 19 patients. The media is filled with the stories of COVID 19 patients and healthcare workers, but what about the people who are dedicating themselves to taking care of a loved one? Scott and I couldn’t find many of those stories, so we asked AJ to come over and share hers with us.AJ Johnson is an LA native and mom of two beautiful girls. She’s been a wealth manager for over 28 years. AJ is a world trave...
2021-10-17
38 min
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Scott Talks To Emmylou Diaz
Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Emmylou Diaz right after the show.Pitches With Bitches:Laura Cathcart Robbins and Stefanie Wilder Taylor are conducting a virtual pitching workshop on Oct 23rd from 11-1 pm (PT). We will tell you everything we know about getting your work published online to build up your resume. It will also include an up-to-date list of over 80 places to send your stuff! The class is filling up fast to hold your...
2021-10-13
17 min
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Emmylou Diaz Is The Only Latinx Woman In The Writer’s Room
Imagine getting your MFA in acting at Harvard and then moving to Los Angeles only to find that the parts you're auditioning for were either the Chola or the gangbanger?Screenwriter, Emmylou Diaz, whose credits include Jane The Virgin and Charmed, decided to take a writing class one day after realizing that she wasn’t being taken seriously as an actress.But what would you do if you got a job that turned into a new career? A career that gave you the opportunity to write on some of America’s most successful shows? Would you ju...
2021-10-12
55 min
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On My Nightstand: A White Woman Told Me She Didn’t Think Of Me As Black, Here’s How I Reacted By Laura Cathcart Robbins
I’m excited to share this personal essay with you (my 17th published HuffPost essay). I’ve received so many uplifting comments and direct messages from people who have said, “This is exactly how I feel, thank you.”Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her recent articles in Huffpo an...
2021-10-01
13 min
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Recovery Awareness Month: Laura Cathcart Robbins & Scott Slaughter Are The Only Ones Who Met in Rehab & Fell In Love
In this very special episode we turn the tables with our dear friend and former Only One In The Room guest from Season 1 episode 2 Dr. Troy Byer. Troy interviews hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter (aka Hon) on all things relationships and what it's been like working together in creating this podcast.More from Troy Byer:Explore the many titles by Troy Byer hereCheck out Mindology FitnessVisit: https://www.troybyer.comFinding Troy Byer:Instagram: @DrTroy_Twitter: @troybyerSpecial Thanks...
2021-09-19
57 min
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On My Nightstand: I’m Regular Sober, Here’s How I Feel About Demi Lovato Being California Sober by Laura Cathcart Robbins
My friend Amy Bond, (episodes 25 and 54) sent me a screenshot of an article about Demi Lovato last month and then texted, “Oooh you could write about this.” Turns out she was right. I had a lot to say about California Sober vs Regular Sober.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity...
2021-08-27
13 min
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On My Nightstand: I’m A Black Mom: Here’s What White Parents Need To Understand About Critical Race Theory By Laura Cathcart Robbins
I wrote this article a few weeks ago in an effort to have a better understanding of what we’re teaching our kids in school. The resulting article went viral and received as much criticism as it did praise, and I’m excited to share it with you all today.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nation...
2021-07-23
13 min
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On My Nightstand: Why Do All The Black People Sit Together In Recovery Meetings? By Laura Cathcart Robbins
When Sunday Times best-selling author, Catherine Gray asked me to contribute an essay to her new book, Sunshine Warm Sober, I jumped at the chance. When I found out that she wanted my essay to tell the story of what it’s like being Black in white recovery spaces, I knew exactly which story I wanted to tell.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, living in Studio City, California. She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and...
2021-06-25
10 min
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On My Nightstand: Porn Is The New Wine by Laura Cathcart Robbins
Laura wrote this (slightly) racy piece back in 2019 and The Temper published it in 2020 with a new title (and a few edits). Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, writer, podcast host, mother of Miles and Justin, Hon’s GF, dedicated inclusionist, disruptor, thought leader, ally, volunteer, storyteller, public speaker, and often the only one in the room. Find out more about her on her website, or you can look for her on Facebook, on Instagram, and follow her on Twitter.Read the article here: https://www.thetemper.com/porn-in-sobriety/Be sure not to miss...
2021-05-14
15 min
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On My Nightstand: “I Was The Only Black Person At Elizabeth Gilbert and Cheryl Strayed’s Brave Magic Retreat” By Laura Cathcart Robbins
To celebrate the two-year anniversary of The Only One In The Room, today’s On My Nightstand reading is the essay that started it all. After this 2018 Huffpo article I authored went viral, I received five hundred and sixty-eight direct messages, all from people who connected with the feeling of being othered. Many of those messages were accompanied by this hashtag #theonlyoneintheroom and so we decided to create a podcast that would tell those stories.More from LauraRead the article featured in this episodeLaura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture wri...
2021-04-16
17 min
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On My Nightstand: "Hi My Name Is Laura..." by Laura Cathcart Robbins
Today’s On My Nightstand reading is titled, “Hi, My Name Is Laura…” and is a favorite from my blog archives. Although it’s a few years old, I feel the message is more relevant now than ever. Especially with the spike in alcohol consumption and overdose-deaths during the pandemic. Along with the whole “sober curious” movement that’s currently sweeping the nation. You can find this post and more of my blogs here:On our THE ONLY ONE IN THE ROOM WEBSITEOr on LAURA'S BLOG WEBSITELaura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelanc...
2021-03-05
13 min
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On My Nightstand: Enter Racial by Laura Cathcart Robbins
Today’s On My Night Stand-read, Enter-Racial, was written by Laura Cathcart Robbins. It is the story of when she flew to Richmond, Virginia to meet her boyfriend Scott’s father for the first time, while he lay dying in the ICU. You’ll hear her talk about the fear of being a Black woman walking into the seat of the confederacy and meeting a man on his deathbed, who up until that moment, had no idea that she was Black.Laura Cathcart Robbins is an author, freelance culture writer, and host of the popular podcast, The Only O...
2021-02-12
13 min
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SUNDAY EDITION: Laura Carney Is The Only One Completing Her Father’s Bucket List
Webster’s definition of a bucket list is simple: "a list of things that one has not done before but wants to do before dying". But picture this: Your father’s life is taken by a distracted driver, and after his death, you find a bucket list that was created the year you were born - some items checked off and others still not accomplished. Would you take it upon yourself to complete his bucket list? Laura Carney, magazine copy editor, author, and illustrator is doing exactly that and she details her journey in her blog and in her...
2021-01-10
41 min
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RE-RELEASE: COVID Warriors: Dr. Ronald Cathcart Is The Only One Explaining How To Stay Healthy During COVID-19
Season 5 of the Only One In The Room began in early April 2020 and the show couldn't help but respond to the reality that was unfolding regarding COVID-19. Therefore, the COVID Warriors bonus series was launched in order to learn from and honor those who work in fields that have stories to share related to the pandemic. Laura Cathcart's father happens to be one of those people and we are delighted to re-share this episode with you once again. Enjoy the listen while Laura and Scott continue to record brand new episodes for Season 8 of The Only One In The...
2020-12-17
32 min
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RE-RELEASE: COVID Warriors: Natalie Gordon is The Only ER Nurse In The Room
Season seven was our most downloaded season EVER! Thank you all so much for listening and sharing. Please enjoy this fan-favorite from season five, while Laura and Scott continue to record brand-new episodes for season eight of The Only One In The Room.In an effort to really acknowledge this time, this crisis that seems to keep going on and on, hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins & Scott Slaughter track down some real life heros and she-ros who are currently showing up on the front lines of this pandemic. People like nurses, doctors, advocates for the homeless community, teachers...
2020-12-03
38 min
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The NOW Normal: Laura Powers Is The Only One Predicting The Future
Did you know that Donald Trump was born on a full moon during a total lunar eclipse? Some psychics allege that they can use information like this to predict the future. Generally, psychics don’t shy away from weighing in on political matters. Astrologers, clairvoyants, and other intuitives have always chimed in with their own predictions around election time.As we all want to glean some insight into what we can expect this November and beyond, today we have with us, Laura Powers. Laura is an entertainer, celebrity psychic, actress, model, host, singer, writer, and speaker. She is...
2020-10-01
42 min
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Fox Soul TV's, Sean McMillan, Asks Laura About Being The Only One In The Room
When Sean McMillan of Fox Soul TV's, Book Of Sean, wanted to know more about being The Only One In The Room, he came to the right place. We're excited to bring you an excerpt from this important discussion between Sean and Laura. If you want more, please go to www.theonlyonepod.com to watch the whole interview.Instagram: @book_of_sean, @foxsoulDon't miss our new Now Normal series releasing every Thursday.Be sure to join our Facebook Group for the most up-to-date info on guests, episodes and more.You can...
2020-09-23
27 min
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The NOW Normal: Laura and Scott Are The Only Ones In The Room
The Only One In The Room hosts, Scott and Laura discuss this week's surge in COVID-19 cases and how it is impacting them, their families, and the world around them.Resources Referenced:https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-06-28/gavin-newsom-orders-bars-closed-in-7-california-counties-due-to-coronavirus-spreadhttps://www.fourfortyfourcatering.com/https://www.arenafitness.com/Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays and Scott Talks now released on Wednesdays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group i...
2020-07-16
25 min
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Damona Hoffman Is The Only One Who Thought She Was Undatable
Can you envision going through high school and college without ever being asked out on a date? And all the while wondering what was wrong, was it the city you were in? The guys that you were attracted to? Or was it you?Dating and relationship expert, Damona Hoffman decided to try online dating in the early 2000’s and then proceeded to fall in love with the process, delighting in the science of “soul swiping”, and developing a side hustle, coaching others through the online dating hacks she discovered while finding her own soulmate.What would you...
2020-05-05
1h 05
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COVID Warriors: Dr. Ronald Cathcart Is The Only One Explaining How To Stay Healthy During COVID-19
This episode features Dr. Ronald Cathcart, who has specialized in patients living with HIV since 1989 and has spent the past 14 years as the staff physician at Comprehensive Healthcare in Melbourne, Florida. Dr Cathcart is happy to answer your questions about COVID 19 and/or making better lifestyle choices via email, using the subject line: I HEARD YOUR PODCASTEMAIL: rcathcart@bellsouth.netRecommended Authors:Dr. Michael GregorDr. Neal BernardNathan PritkinBe sure not to miss our weekly full episodes and Scott Talks each Tuesday by s...
2020-04-23
30 min
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Covid Warriors: Josine de Wolde Is The Only One Living In The Epicenter: Lombardy, Italy
In an effort to really acknowledge this time, this crisis that seems to keep going on and on, hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins & Scott Slaughter track down some real life heroes and she-ros who are currently showing up on the front lines of this pandemic. People like nurses, doctors, advocates for the homeless community, teachers, grocery store workers, firefighters and more.When COVID 19 first traveled out of Wuhan, China, it hit Italy first, quickly finding its way to the wealthy Lombardy region and settling in. Of Italy’s 159,516 cases, Lombardy has over 60,000. And of Italy’s 20,000 deaths - over...
2020-04-16
36 min
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COVID Warriors: Natalie Gordon is The Only ER Nurse In The Room
In an effort to really acknowledge this time, this crisis that seems to keep going on and on, hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins & Scott Slaughter track down some real life heros and she-ros who are currently showing up on the front lines of this pandemic. People like nurses, doctors, advocates for the homeless community, teachers, grocery store workers, firefighters and more.This episode features Natalie Gordon, a RN BSN who works in the ER Trauma unit at LAC + USC Medical Center, a 600 bed medical facility, one of the largest hospitals in the country. How To Help:...
2020-04-09
34 min
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The Only Ones Who Met In Rehab & Fell In Love HOLIDAY BONUS SPECIAL
Happy Holidays from The Only One In The Room! In this very special episode we turn the tables with our dear friend and former Only One In The Room guest from Season 1 episode 2 Dr. Troy Byer. Troy interviews hosts Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter (aka Hon) on all things relationships and what it's been like working together in creating this podcast. More from Troy Byer: Explore the many titles by Troy Byer here Check out Mindology Fitness Finding Troy Byer: Website: www.Troybyer.com Twitter& Instagram: @Troybyer If you'd like to ask a question and be featured during the De...
2019-12-24
57 min
Only One In The Room
Holly Robinson Peete MINI BONUS EXCERPT
Laura Cathcart Robbins and Holly Robinson Peete go way back and share some interesting history. Listen in as they never-before hash out the timeline of Holly's ex-fiancé turned Laura's husband (now ex-husband) and how Laura and Holly first crossed paths. The Only One In The Room is looking for an intern! If you're in the LA area and want to learn more about the podcast world go to our website's contact page to inquire! www.theonlyonepod.com Also visit the website for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like live events, appearances, featured articles and more. We love hea...
2019-09-03
14 min
Only One In The Room
Laura House Is The Only One Who Is Adopted Episode 1
When you look down at your hands, your thoughts probably don't lead you much further than the mundane. But what if you've never seen anyone who resembles you? Who has your nose or your laugh or even your sense of humor. Laura House, a renowned comedian, screenwriter on two Emmy award winning shows and a corporate meditation teacher, went through life admiring other children's ability to simply know where they came from. She grew up with a loving, caring and supportive family who she cherishes but what if you can change your only one story, from the adopted one to t...
2019-04-16
52 min
Only One In The Room
Scott Talks To Laura House BONUS EPISODE
Scott Slaughter (aka Hon), co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Laura House right after the show. If you'd like to ask a queastion and possibly be featured on the Dear Laura segment, you can DM us on Instagram @theonlyoneintheroom or email us at LCR.theonlyoneintheroom@gmail.com. Visit us on the web at www.theonlyonepod.com for more from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like live events, appearances, featured articles and more. We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're th...
2019-04-16
18 min