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Lion Counseling Podcast24. Reduce Screen Time with Wellness Wheel🎙️ Episode 24 – How to Reduce Screen Time (Without Hating Your Life)👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited.In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explore how to take back your time and attention from endless scrolling, dopamine overload, and screen addiction. Using humor, real talk, and the 8 Dimensions of Wellness, they break down how to replace s...2025-07-2920 min
Lion Counseling PodcastJordan Peterson, Burnout, and the Power of Radical Ownership🎙️ Episode 21 – Jordan Peterson, Burnout, and the Power of Radical OwnershipThis is a Lion Reflection – a personal monologue where I share the hard-earned lessons, challenges, and insights that have shaped my journey as a therapist, leader, and man of faith.👉 Want support from a therapist who gets it? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/In this episode, I share the powerful story of meeting Dr. Jordan Peterson—a man whose work has impacted millions, including many of you. I’ll walk you through what I learned in our private conv...2025-07-2929 min
Lion Counseling PodcastShipwreck, Survival, and Second Chances: The Story of Nick Rahn🎙️ Episode 20 – Shipwreck, Survival, and Second Chances: The Story of Nick RahnThis is a Lion Legacy Conversation – a long-form interview highlighting the wisdom, resilience, and faith of remarkable men.👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited.In this gripping episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland sits down with Air Force veteran, adventurer, and mental health advocate Nick Rahn, founder of Warrior’s Next Adventure...2025-07-2557 min
Lion Counseling PodcastGhosts, Serial Killers, and Anxiety🎙️ Episode 19 – The ABCs of Anxiety: How to Understand and Overcome FearWhat if your anxiety was actually trying to help you—but your brain just got stuck in the wrong loop?In this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark and Zack break down the ABCs of anxiety—Alarm, Belief, and Coping—and share how you can take back control from the chaos in your head. You’ll learn the real neuroscience behind stress, why your coping strategies might not be working, and what to do instead.Oh, and yes—Zack tells a hilarious...2025-07-2228 min
Lion Counseling Podcast5 Mindsets That Are Killing Your Wealth and How to Fix Them🎙️ Episode 18 – 5 Mindsets That Are Killing Your Wealth (and How to Fix Them)Are your money habits sabotaging your future? This episode is for high-performing men who are crushing it at work and at home—but quietly struggling with finances behind the scenes.In this practical and honest conversation, Mark and Zack explore five toxic thought patterns that hold men back from building wealth—and what you can do to break free.👉 Ready for the next step?SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/🔍 In This...2025-07-1524 min
Lion Counseling PodcastBreakdancing, Brotherhood, and Becoming a Son: The Michael Swalley Story🎙️ Episode 17 – Breakdancing, Brotherhood, and Becoming a Son: The Michael Swalley StoryThis is a Lion Legacy Conversation — a long-form interview highlighting the wisdom, resilience, and faith of remarkable men.👉 Ready for the next step? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/ to see if you’re a good fit to work with them one-on-one. Space is limited.In this compelling episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland sits down with Michael Swalley — breakdancer, missionary, husband, father of four, and founder of Break Free Ministries. From small-town Minne...2025-07-111h 09
Lion Counseling PodcastStar Trek and the Circle Method: A Game-Changing Roadmap for Sobriety & Breaking Bad Habits🎙️ Episode 16 - Star Trek and the Circle Method: A Game-Changing Roadmap for Sobriety & Breaking Bad HabitsIn this episode of the Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Therapist & EMDR specialist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) reveal a practical, battle-tested roadmap to help men break free from addiction, compulsive habits, and self-sabotaging patterns.Using a simple yet powerful visual framework known as "The Circle Sheet"—borrowed from 12-step traditions and infused with a healthy dose of Star Trek wisdom—Zack walks you through how to create your own personal sobriety plan. Whether you’re battling po...2025-07-0821 min
Lion Counseling PodcastHow to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & Dating🎙️ Episode 15 – How to Find a Spouse: What Actually Matters in Love & DatingIn this practical and insightful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) dive deep into what it really takes to find a lasting romantic relationship. Whether you're looking for a wife, evaluating someone you’re dating, or just feeling frustrated by the modern dating world, this episode is for you.🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What traits people think matter—but actually don’t (hint: looks and income aren’t everything)Why your top thre...2025-07-0131 min
Lion Counseling PodcastJonathan Pageau on Trauma, Memory & the Symbolic Path to Healing🎙️ Episode 14 – Jonathan Pageau on Trauma, Memory & the Symbolic Path to HealingIn this profound conversation, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & founder of Lion Counseling) is joined by renowned Orthodox Christian artist and cultural commentator Jonathan Pageau (The Symbolic World) to explore a topic rarely covered in Pageau’s public work: trauma, memory, and personal transformation.With approximately 250,000 subscribers, Jonathan is known globally for helping people rediscover the symbolic patterns that shape reality—in scripture, culture, art, and personal life. In this episode, he and Mark dive into how trauma and memory shape identity, and how both psycho...2025-06-2752 min
Lion Counseling PodcastUnderstanding Trauma and How to HealEpisode 14 – 🎙️ Understanding Trauma and How to HealWhat is trauma really—and why can it affect us years after the event?In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explain trauma in a clear, practical, and non-intimidating way. If you've experienced stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm that feels hard to shake, this episode offers helpful insights and next steps.🔍 What You’ll Learn:What trauma is and how it impacts the brain and nervous systemThe difference between PTSD and complex trauma (CPTSD)How past exper...2025-06-2423 min
Lion Counseling PodcastBurnout: Why You’re Exhausted (Even When Life Looks Good)🎙️ Episode 12 – Burnout: Why You’re Exhausted (Even When Life Looks Good)In this raw and honest episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) open up about their personal experiences with burnout—and what they learned through the process. Whether you're a business owner, husband, leader, or just a guy trying to hold it all together, this episode will help you understand why you’re running on fumes… even when life looks “successful” on paper.🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The real symptoms of burnout and how they dif...2025-06-1730 min
Lion Counseling PodcastManhood, Music, and Redemption: The Story of Aaron Dahl🎙️ Episode 11 – Manhood, Music, and Redemption: The Story of Aaron DahlIn this powerful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland sits down with Aaron Dahl, worship pastor at Eagle Brook Church, former touring rock musician, husband, and father of four. From addiction and homelessness to healing, fatherhood, and leading worship at one of the largest churches in the U.S., Aaron’s story is a raw, honest testimony of faith, transformation, and legacy.Whether you’re a man struggling with addiction, questioning your purpose, or just trying to find your footing in a chaotic world, this episod...2025-06-1340 min
Lion Counseling PodcastHow to Be Happier: Real Strategies for a Life That Matters🎙️ Episode 10 – How to Be Happier: Real Strategies for a Life That MattersIn this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist, LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) explore one of life’s biggest questions: How can I be truly happy? Whether you're killing it at work but feeling empty inside, or just trying to shake off stress and find peace, this episode will give you the clarity—and the tools—you need.Drawing from positive psychology, biblical wisdom, and decades of experience helping men grow, Mark and Zack break down what happiness act...2025-06-1023 min
Lion Counseling PodcastHow to Conquer Anxiety: Real Tools for Real Men🎙️ Episode 9 – How to Conquer Anxiety: Real Tools for Real MenIn this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) dive headfirst into one of the most common issues men face—but rarely talk about: anxiety.Whether it shows up as stress, overthinking, irritability, or a pit in your stomach, this episode breaks down what anxiety really is, why it's not always the enemy, and how you can take back control using real-world strategies backed by psychology and faith.🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn...2025-06-0326 min
Lion Counseling Podcast"I Almost Died Twice” - Surviving Crackland with Jiu Jitsu (with Lael Rodrigues)🎙️ Episode 8 – Manhood, Pressure, and the Power of Jiu Jitsu (with Lael Rodrigues)In this powerful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland sits down with Lael Rodrigues, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, coach, business owner, missionary, and founder of Superior Jiu Jitsu in Superior, WI. From surviving poverty in Brazil to transforming lives through martial arts and faith, Lael’s story is one of grit, purpose, and redemption.🔥 Whether you're a man seeking more discipline, deeper purpose, or just wondering if you still have what it takes—this episode will challenge you.🔍 In This Ep...2025-05-301h 07
Lion Counseling PodcastHow to Improve Your Sobriety: Understanding the Root of Addiction🎙️ Episode 7 – How to Improve Your Sobriety: Understanding the Root of AddictionIn this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist, LMFT) and Zack Carter(Counselor & Coach for Men) go far beyond surface-level recovery strategies to help men understand what’s really driving their addiction.If you’ve ever thought, “I just need to stop watching porn, drinking, or gambling—then my life will be fine,” this episode will challenge and encourage you. Because the real issue isn't the behavior. It's the pain underneath it.🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why your addiction i...2025-05-2726 min
Lion Counseling PodcastWhy am I so Angry? Understanding the Roots of Rage🎙️ Episode 6 – Why Am I So Angry? Understanding the Roots of RageIn this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & LMFT) and Zack Carter(Counselor & Coach for Men) dig deep into a question that haunts many high-functioning men:"Why am I so angry?”If you’ve ever found yourself snapping at your wife, yelling at coworkers, or boiling over in traffic—and then immediately wondering, “Where did that come from?”—this episode is for you.With honesty, clinical insight, and personal stories, Mark and Zack break down the real reasons me...2025-05-2026 min
Lion Counseling PodcastWhy You Struggle to Make Friends (And How to Fix It)🎙️ Episode 5 – Why You Struggle to Make Friends (And How to Fix It)In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) tackle a silent epidemic many men face today: loneliness and the struggle to build lasting friendships.If you've ever found yourself wondering why it's so hard to make friends as an adult—or why your relationships feel shallow or disconnected—this episode is for you. Using a practical and memorable acronym called the NICE Formula, Mark and Zack break down the co...2025-05-1323 min
Lion Counseling PodcastWhy You Keep Fighting About Money, Intimacy, and Chores (and how to stop it)🎙️ Episode 4 – “Why You Keep Fighting About Money, Intimacy, and Chores (and how to stop it)"In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) tackle one of the most common issues couples face: relationship conflict.Whether you’re married, dating, or engaged, this conversation dives into real-world strategies for improving communication, deescalating arguments, and building deeper emotional connection. From fights about sex, money, and chores, to everyday misunderstandings, Mark and Zack break down the patterns that keep couples stuck—and how to break free fr...2025-05-0635 min
Lion Counseling PodcastJesus, John Wick, and the Truth About Being a Man🎙️ Episode 3 – Jesus, John Wick, and the Truth About Being a ManIn this powerful episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) take on the complex topic of manhood—what it really means, how it’s misunderstood, and how to find the balance between strength and emotional sensitivity. From assertiveness strategies and emotional intelligence, to role models like Jesus and John Wick, this conversation breaks down the barriers many men face around identity, relationships, and personal growth.🔍 In This Episode, We Cover:Why balancing...2025-04-2928 min
Lion Counseling PodcastRedefining Success: Why You Don’t Feel Successful (Even If You Are)🎙️ Episode 5 – Redefining Success: Why You Don’t Feel Successful (Even If You Are)In this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) go deep into a topic that hits home for many men: success—how we define it, why it feels so elusive, and what really holds us back from experiencing it.Whether you’re crushing it at work but feel like a failure at home, or you’ve achieved what others call “success” but still feel like you’re not enough—this episo...2025-04-2237 min
Lion Counseling PodcastThe Truth About Motivation: Why You’re Stuck and How to Move Forward🎙️ Episode 1 – The Truth About Motivation: Why You’re Stuck and How to Move ForwardIn this kickoff episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) dig into the roots of motivation—why we lose it, how to regain it, and what’s actually driving our behaviors beneath the surface.From New Year’s resolutions that fade to long-term personal goals that stall out, this episode is packed with real talk on why willpower alone won’t work, how emotions fuel human behavior, and why...2025-04-1537 min
C-Suite PerspectivesCEOs’ Expectations for The Year AheadFollowing two years of gloom, CEOs are cautiously optimistic: results from The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence™ mark the second consecutive quarter in which the Measure is above 50, reflecting more positive than negative responses.  Join Steve Odland and guest Dana Peterson, Chief Economist and Leader of the Economy, Strategy & Finance Center at The Conference Board, to find out the reasons behind this cautious optimism and the main challenges for businesses now.  Read the latest The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence.  2024-05-0925 min
Faith Ventures PodcastEp 18: Thriving in Business, Embracing God's Timing, and Emotional Toughness, with Mark OdlandFaith Ventures welcomes Mark Odland, founder of Lion Counseling and author of "Taming the Tiger." Starting with Mark's career journey, we discuss his move from art to counseling in the context of the crucial topic of mental health awareness. We talk about how Christians often misunderstand and resist opportunities where counseling and therapy can help. Mark shares insights about the importance of seeking therapy, dispelling misconceptions, and encouraging a more open dialogue about mental and emotional well-being. The conversation also delves into the balance of faith, personal growth, and the journey of entrepreneurship, offering valuable perspectives for those navigating...2023-12-1431 min
Anxiety Slayer™ with Shann and AnangaHope and Healing for Troubled Times with Mark Odland#639: This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, Shann is speaking with Mark Odland.
As a therapist, artist, educator, and poet, Mark explores the dynamic intersection between healing and creativity. His book “EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry - A Meditation on Hope and Healing for Troubled Times” features a collection of his original artwork and poetry, created as a means of processing his own experiences of trauma and healing. The book also includes reflections on the EMDR therapy process and how it can be used in combination with creative expression to promote healing and personal growth.
List...2023-04-2135 min
Weird FlexRESONANT SPACESThe first episode of this season is a collection of tracks recorded in spaces with long natural reverbs, like tunnels, cisterns, silos and many others.In these recordings, the space both influences and moulds the performance. From religious, meditative, or deep listening projects, to YouTube users who just found a cool empty tunnel or garage to play or improvise music on, to TikTokers singing creepy songs in their stairwell to scare their neighbours: everybody loves a good reverb. I hope you like it.
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The Healing Trauma PodcastHealing And EMDR with Mark OdlandOn today's episode I am joined with award -winning artist and poet Mark Odland. Mark is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified EMDR therapist. In this episode we talk about some themes around healing Trauma taken from his latest book, EMDR Inspired Art and Poetry, a Meditation on Hope and Pain for Troubled Times. We talk about how scary it can sometimes feel to go for help as well the beauty of what can come from being in a safe and space where you feel seen, heard and validated. Thank you Bilateral Innovations for sponsoring this e...2022-09-0936 min
The StackThe Stack: Fantastic Four, Human Target And MoreOn this week's Stack podcast:Fantastic Four #46MarvelWritten by Dan SlottArt by CafuTales of the Human Target #1DC ComicsWritten by Tom King Art by Kevin Maguire, Mikel JanĂn, Rafael Albuquerque, Greg SmallwoodDeadly Class #55Image ComicsWritten by Rick RemenderArt by Wes CraigWynd: The Throne In The Sky #1BOOM! StudiosWr...2022-08-241h 02
Comic Book ClubThe Stack: Fantastic Four, Human Target And MoreOn this week's Stack podcast:Fantastic Four #46MarvelWritten by Dan SlottArt by CafuTales of the Human Target #1DC ComicsWritten by Tom King Art by Kevin Maguire, Mikel JanĂn, Rafael Albuquerque, Greg SmallwoodDeadly Class #55Image ComicsWritten by Rick RemenderArt by Wes CraigWynd: The Throne In The Sky #1BOOM! StudiosWr...2022-08-241h 02
22 Panels - A Comic Book Podcast22 Panels Comic Book Podcast Episode 38 Asadora vol. 4Send us a text
Episode 38 July 31, 2022
Asadora! Vol. 4
News of Note Death of Superman Anniversary Special with Stories from Original Teams | DC
 THE DOOM THAT CAME TO GOTHAM Lovecraftian Batman tale among next year's DC animated movie slate
Inflation Reduction Act and Assault Weapon Ban
3 Amazing New BooksTyler:Detective Comics #1062, Ram V, Rafael Albuquerque, DC
Beware the Eye of Odin #2, Doug Wagner, Tim Odland, Im...2022-08-0147 min
The StackThe Stack: Ant-Man, Superman: Space Age And MoreOn this week's Stack podcast:
Ant-Man #1
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Written by Al Ewing
Art by Tom Reilly
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Superman: Space Age #1
DC Comics
Written by Mark Russell
Art by Mike and Laura Allred
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Book of Shadows #1
Valiant Comics
Written by Cullen Bunn
Art by Vicente Cifuentes
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Image Comics
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The Amazing Spider-Man #6
Marvel
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Comic Book ClubThe Stack: Ant-Man, Superman: Space Age And MoreOn this week's Stack podcast:
Ant-Man #1
Marvel
Written by Al Ewing
Art by Tom Reilly
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Superman: Space Age #1
DC Comics
Written by Mark Russell
Art by Mike and Laura Allred
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Book of Shadows #1
Valiant Comics
Written by Cullen Bunn
Art by Vicente Cifuentes
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Image Comics
By Chip Zdarsky
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Marvel
Written by Z...2022-07-2749 min22 Panels - A Comic Book Podcast22 Panels Comic Book Podcast Episode 37 Asadora vol. 3Send us a text
Episode 37 - July 24, 2022
Asadora! Vol. 3
News of NoteSDCC
Our Eisner Winning GuestsMarcus Kwame Anderson - The Black Panther Party (Best Non-Fiction)
Andrew Aydin & Nate Powell - Run (Best Memoir)
Mark Russell - Not All Robots (Best Humor Series)
Pornsak Pichetshote - The Good Asian (Best Limited Series)
Scott Dunbier - EC Covers Artist’s Edition (Best Archival Edition)
Bendis First Pitch...2022-07-2559 min22 Panels - A Comic Book Podcast22 Panels Comic Book Podcast Episode 33 Wednesday Comics pt 12Send us a text
Episode 33 June 24, 2022
Wednesday Comics Issue 12
News of NoteGet ready for “Wrestling Noir” in HELL IS A SQUARED CIRCLE
Comic creators Joshua Williamson and Andrei Bressan reunite to embark on a DARK RIDE
Marvel celebrates Miracleman's 40th anniversary with special one-shot this October
3 Amazing New BooksTyler:Beware the Eye of Odin, Doug Wagner, Tim Odland, Image
Usagi Yojimbo: Lone Goat and Kid...2022-06-2748 min