Nobody Told Me!

Our guest on this episode, Randy Spelling, has had a fascinating life journey. Randy was born into "Hollywood Royalty" as the son of legendary TV producer Aaron Spelling, who had massive hits with shows like Charlie's Angels, Beverly Hills: 90210, Dynasty, and The Love Boat. Randy grew up in the largest home in Los Angeles, a 123-room mansion, but decided to forge a path away from Hollywood. As a result, he now lives in Oregon and is a life and business coach helping others live better lives, reach new levels of success and find lasting happiness. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> NordVPN: join the more than 14 million people worldwide who have chosen NordVPN to protect their internet connection and privacy online. Go to http://www.nordvpn.com/ntm or use coupon code 'ntm' at checkout to get a two year plan, plus one additional month with a huge discount, and a 30 day money back guarantee! --> UTEP (The University of Texas at El Paso): UTEP Connect's mission is to make exceptional, affordable education accessible to anyone with the ambition to learn and the drive to succeed. Go to online.utep.edu to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode we'll be finding 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, THE RABBIT EFFECT: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> NordVPN: join the more than 14 million people worldwide who have chosen NordVPN to protect their internet connection and privacy online. Go to http://www.nordvpn.com/ntm or use coupon code 'ntm' at checkout to get a two year plan, plus one additional month with a huge discount, and a 30 day money back guarantee! --> UTEP (The University of Texas at El Paso): UTEP Connect's mission is to make exceptional, affordable education accessible to anyone with the ambition to learn and the drive to succeed. Go to online.utep.edu to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Daniel J. Siegel, a leading child psychiatrist and bestselling author, explores the essential role of parental presence in raising resilient children. He emphasizes the importance of active listening and open communication, urging parents to be fully engaged amidst modern distractions. Siegel introduces the concept of 'mindsight,' highlighting how emotional awareness strengthens parent-child bonds. He shares practical strategies for navigating tough conversations and fostering emotional intelligence, making parenting feel a little less daunting.

What's it like to be a gay man in America today? How is it different for gay men today compared with those in previous generations? Our guest on this episode, Dr. Perry Halkitis, is the author of the new book, Out in Time: The Public Lives of Gay Men from Stonewall to the Queer Generation. He is also Dean and Professor at the School of Public Health at Rutgers University and a longstanding advocate for the health of the LGBTQ population. Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Hedgren: the essential nylon bag and travel gear brand that we know you'll love! Order a bag and get a 20% discount by going to http://www.hedgren.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody20' at check out. Plus, enjoy free shipping with your purchase! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'nobody' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're a dog owner, like we are, you may have wished you could communicate better with that dog. Chances are, you talk to your dog, but it would be great to have your dog talk back! Stay tuned as we get some tips on how to make that happen. Our guest on this episode is speech-language pathologist Christina Hunger, who is known for her groundbreaking work in being the first person to teach a dog to talk using a customized communication device and speech therapy techniques. She's the author of the new book, How Stella Learned to Talk: The Groundbreaking Story of the World's First Talking Dog. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Hedgren: the essential nylon bag and travel gear brand that we know you'll love! Order a bag and get a 20% discount by going to http://www.hedgren.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody20' at check out. Plus, enjoy free shipping with your purchase! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'nobody' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've very much been looking forward to talking with our guest on this episode, Najwa Zebian. She is a Lebanese Canadian poet, activist, author, speaker, and educator. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Glamour, HuffPost, and more. Najwa's latest book has been described as a book for anyone who has ever asked "How do I find myself?" or "How do I forgive myself?" or "How do I learn to love myself?". The book is called, WELCOME HOME: A Guide to Building a Home for Your Soul. ***** --> Hedgren: the essential nylon bag and travel gear brand that we know you'll love! Order a bag and get a 20% discount by going to http://www.hedgren.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody20' at check out. Plus, enjoy free shipping with your purchase! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'nobody' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! --> The Vaping Fix: listen to the latest podcast by Laura Beil and the team behind Dr. Death and Bad Batch to learn the shocking truth of how the e-cigarette company, Juul, set out to help lifetime smokers quit. But, instead, it managed to hook a new generation of young people. Follow the show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or listen early and ad-free by starting a free trial of Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're excited to talk with our guest on this episode because his advice just might save your life…or the life of someone you love. Our guest is Spencer Coursen, one of the world's top experts in threat management. He is a former Army Ranger who has developed and led security plans for numerous major celebrities, sports stars, and corporate executives. He's the founder of the Coursen Security Group and the author of the new book, 'THE SAFETY TRAP: A Security Expert's Secrets for Staying Safe in a Dangerous World'. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> The Vaping Fix: listen to the latest podcast by Laura Beil and the team behind Dr. Death and Bad Batch to learn the shocking truth of how the e-cigarette company, Juul, set out to help lifetime smokers quit. But, instead, it managed to hook a new generation of young people. Follow the show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or listen early and ad-free by starting a free trial of Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. --> Hedgren: the essential nylon bag and travel gear brand that we know you'll love! Order a bag and get a 20% discount by going to http://www.hedgren.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody20' at check out. Plus, enjoy free shipping with your purchase! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'nobody' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining us on this episode is someone we've wanted to talk with for a long time. He is Doug Conant, who is an internationally respected business leader who's served at the most senior levels of Nabisco Foods, Campbell Soup and Avon Products. Doug is the founder of ConantLeadership, which is a mission-driven community of leaders and learners who are championing leadership that works in the 21st century. Doug is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author whose latest book is called, The Blueprint: 6 Practical Steps to Lift Your Leadership to New Heights. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> The Vaping Fix: listen to the latest podcast by Laura Beil and the team behind Dr. Death and Bad Batch to learn the shocking truth of how the e-cigarette company, Juul, set out to help lifetime smokers quit. But, instead, it managed to hook a new generation of young people. Follow the show on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or listen early and ad-free by starting a free trial of Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. --> Hedgren: the essential nylon bag and travel gear brand that we know you'll love! Order a bag and get a 20% discount by going to http://www.hedgren.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody20' at check out. Plus, enjoy free shipping with your purchase! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'nobody' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest on this episode is Emmy-Award winning TV personality, style expert, fashion designer and New York Times best-selling author Carson Kressley. Carson Kressley has been a familiar name and face to many of us since he burst onto the scene in 2003 as one of the "Fab Five" on Bravo TV's groundbreaking show, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Since then, he's been on Dancing With The Stars, Celebrity Apprentice, RuPaul's Drag Race, and many other shows. Carson's book include the women's style guide, Does This Book Make My Butt Look Big? A Cheeky Guide to Feeling Sexier in Your Own Skin & Unleashing Your Personal Style. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> NordVPN: join the more than 14 million people worldwide who have chosen NordVPN to protect their internet connection and privacy online. Go to http://www.nordvpn.com/ntm or use coupon code 'ntm' at checkout to get a two year plan, plus one additional month with a huge discount, and a 30 day money back guarantee! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! --> iwi: save 30% off your first purchase of this incredible plant-based, sustainably sourced, and farmed in the U.S. Omega-3 supplement by going to http://www.iwilife.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody'. ****** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever been part of a team or an organization that accomplished amazing things? Or have you been part of a team or group that just couldn't get its act together? What is it about the culture in some organizations that makes them toxic and why does the culture in other groups lead to happiness and success? For the answers to those questions, we turn to bestselling author Daniel Coyle, whose latest book is called The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups. Daniel previously wrote bestsellers The Talent Code, The Little Book of Talent, The Secret Race (with co-author Tyler Hamilton), and Hardball: A Season in Projects. You can learn more about him on his website, which can be found at http://danielcoyle.com/. ***** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> NordVPN: join the more than 14 million people worldwide who have chosen NordVPN to protect their internet connection and privacy online. Go to http://www.nordvpn.com/ntm or use coupon code 'ntm' at checkout to get a two year plan, plus one additional month with a huge discount, and a 30 day money back guarantee! --> AirMedCare: If you're ever in need of emergency medical transport, AirMedCare Network provides members with world class air transport services to the nearest appropriate hospital with no out of pocket expenses. Go to http://www.airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 eGift Card gift card with a new membership! --> iwi: save 30% off your first purchase of this incredible plant-based, sustainably sourced, and farmed in the U.S. Omega-3 supplement by going to http://www.iwilife.com/nobodytoldme and using promo code 'nobody'. ****** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices