Nobody Told Me!

Nobody Told Me!

(Apple Podcast's Best of 2018) When mother-daughter duo Jan Black and Laura Owens first conceptualized their two-generational talk show, nobody told them they’d snag the title of #1 self-help podcast for months on end! But that’s exactly what they’ve done, delving into topics as far-flung as network building, the importance of failure, finding hope after being kidnapped, and how the principles of brain surgery can help us work through everyday problems. Featuring interviews with extraordinary individuals, Nobody Told Me! shines light on the shared human experiences that bring us together, and the challenges that serve as catalysts for our greatest growth. Nobody Told Me! combines Jan’s impressive broadcast journalism background with Laura’s unique, millennial perspective. Driven by a genuine desire to educate and empower, their pioneering platform gives insight into the strategies and secrets of people in all walks of life. Equal parts information and inspiration, Nobody Told Me! brings a personal touch to the interview process. Together, Jan and Laura are asking the questions that help their listeners get through life’s toughest times.

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May 20, 2024 30 mins
Do you struggle to form relationships with your competitors in business? Do your struggle to maintain relationships with people you aren't too fond of, but have to spend time with? If you said "yes" to either or both of those questions, you'll want to listen closely to the wise words of Bob Langert in this episode.  He was the former vice president of corporate social responsibility and sustainability at McDona...
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What’s the secret to success? What’s the formula for achieving your biggest goals in life? Our guest, the inspirational Hal Elrod, says the answer to those questions is simple! Hal is the author of the international bestseller, "The Miracle Morning", which he wrote after being hit by a drunk driver and being declared clinically dead for six minutes. When he miraculously woke up, he was told he would never walk again. Yet he has def...

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We talk with Jim Morris, the athlete and motivational speaker who was the inspiration for the movie, "The Rookie", based on Jim’s book, "The Oldest Rookie: Big League Dreams from a Small Town Guy".  Jim’s journey has been called, “a testimony to the power of dreams and their ability to inspire and transform human life.” His website is https://www.jimtherookiemorris.com/
 
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We’re very excited to welcome author and entrepreneur Vishen Lakhiani to our show.  He’s the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, a personal growth education empire which is the world’s leading online personal growth education company with millions of students. Vishen is also a New York Times bestselling author, whose latest book is called, "The Buddha and The Badass: The Secret Spiritual Art of Succeeding at Work". ...
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This week, we've been focusing on mother-daughter relationships.  One of the toughest things that can be faced by a girl or a woman of any age is the loss of her mother. Our guest, Hope Edelman, is an expert in the field of early mother loss and mother-daughter relationships. She's written extensively on those topics and is the author of "Motherless Daughters" and "Motherless Mothers", among others.   You can learn more about ...
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In the days leading up to Mother's Day, we share one of our most touching episodes yet! As a mother-daughter duo, we were thrilled to talk with Marisa Bardach Ramel. Marisa and her mother, Sally Bardach, wrote "The Goodbye Diaries" together. It’s an honest, heartfelt, touching glimpse into the relationship between a mother and daughter, when the mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer. In the book, Marisa and her mother write...
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As we approach Mother's Day, we want to share with you our conversation with actress, author and filmmaker Natasha Gregson Wagner.  Natasha is the daughter of the late actress Natalie Wood and film producer Richard Gregson. She is the stepdaughter of actor Robert Wagner and the co-producer of the documentary called “Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind”.  Natasha is also the author of the book, “More Than Love: An Intimate Portra...
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In this week leading up to Mother's Day, we're focusing on mothers and daughters.  You’ll love our guest on this episode, Maryanne O’Hara!  As a mother-daughter duo, we were gripped by her book, which is a memoir of her daughter Caitlin’s life and death after having cystic fibrosis for 31 years.  The book is called, 'Little Matches: A Memoir of Grief and Light'. In it, Maryanne navigates her own existence during and after an a...
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Most relationships have their ups and downs, whether they’re between family members, friends or co-workers.  Most of us don’t like the down times because it’s uncomfortable to be feeling angry or disconnected from those we care about.  However, our guests, clinical psychologist Dr. Ed Tronick and pediatrician Dr. Claudia Gold, say conflicts in relationships are the keys to better relationships.   Doctors Tronick and Gold are the au...

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If you’ve struggled with mental health issues or if you care about someone who has, then you’ll want to hear our guest on this episode, Terri Cheney.   You may know Terri from her New York Times bestselling book, "Manic: A Memoir", which depicted her life as an elite entertainment attorney suffering from bipolar disorder.     Terri’s latest book is called, "Modern Madness:  An Owner’s Manual".  It explores the struggles, stigmas, r...

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Find out about a new way to take charge of your own happiness and health. Our guest, Dr. Kelli Harding, says love, friendship, community, purpose and our environment can have a far greater impact on our health than anything that happens in the doctor’s office.  Dr. Harding is a Columbia University-trained, board certified psychiatrist who specializes in the interplay between mental and physical health. She’s the author of the book,...

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Our guest on this episode is Lacy Crawford, author of the book, "Notes On A Silencing:  A Memoir".   It’s the story of Lacy’s sexual assault as a teenager by two fellow students at the one of the top boarding schools in the country. The Washington Post calls the book, “A haunting exploration of the systemic ways assault victims are ignored.”   Lacy's website is https://lacycrawford.com/

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April 26, 2024 31 mins
Popularity is the topic as we talk with Mitch Prinstein, author of "Popular: The Power of Likability in a Status-Obsessed World".  Mitch and his research have been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Time magazine, New York magazine, Newsweek, and many others.
 
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On this episode, we’ll get some advice on what we need to do to survive in an increasingly dangerous world.  Our guest is Judith Matloff, a veteran international correspondent who instructs others on how to survive hostile environments.  During her lengthy career as a journalist, she’s covered stories around the globe and her work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Christian Science Monitor, Forbes, and The Los Angeles T...
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Are you someone who appears to have a perfect life on the outside, but inward you struggle with depression? Have you become an expert at hiding your emotional pain from others?  Our guest on this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Margaret Rutherford, is an expert on what she calls "perfectly hidden depression". She talks to us about the symptoms, the importance of identi...
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Thinking of starting a business?  Our guest on this episode is Kathryn Finney, author of the book, "BUILD THE DAMN THING: How to Start a Successful Business If You’re Not a Rich White Guy".  Her website is https://www.kathrynfinney.com/

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Joining us on this episode is Helena Dea Bala, author of the book, "Craigslist Confessional:  A collection of secrets from anonymous strangers".  Helena took a leap of faith, quit her job, and posted an a...

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What factors determine our success? How can our paths to success be made a little easier? Our guest on this episode, Business School Professor Laura Huang, has spent a great deal of time researching that question and writing about it in the book, "Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage". In this interview, she explains what to do if you don't have a good natural edge or gut feel. She says we can turn that adversity into advantage! ...

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The path to happiness is simple, according to our guest on this episode, Shannon Kaiser.  She's the best-selling author of several books on the science of happiness and fulfillment and has been called one of the freshest voices in mental health and wellness. We talked with Shannon about her book,  'Joy Seeker: Let Go of What's Holding You Back So You Can Live the Life You Were Made For'.  Her website is https://www.playwiththeworld...

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We are thrilled to welcome Adrienne Brodeur to this episode. She is the author of the highly acclaimed memoir, "Wild Game: My Mother, Her Lover, and Me". It's a mother-daughter story unlike any you've heard!   Her website is https://www.adriennebrodeur.com/

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