Nobody Told Me!
Jan Black & Laura Owens
(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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Nov 22, 2020 • 36min
Dr. Jonathan Fader: ...it doesn't matter how much you've achieved if you aren't there to experience it
This is an unprecedented time in all of our lives and a lot of us are looking for tools to help us manage the upheaval and come out stronger than we were before. For some advice along those lines, we turn to our guest on this episode, Dr. Jonathan Fader, who is a licensed sport, performance and clinical psychologist. Dr. Fader has worked to sharpen the mental performance skills of the New York Giants football team, the New York Mets baseball team, and the New York Fire Department, to name just a few. He's the author of the book, Life as Sport: What Top Athletes Can Teach You about How to Win at Life. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Calm: Over 85 million people are using the Calm app to sleep better! Want access to hundreds of hours of sleep stories, guided meditations, and soundscapes? For a limited time, get 40% off of a Calm premium subscription by going to calm.com/nobodytoldme. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 21, 2020 • 48min
Elizabeth Smart: ...that there is always hope
In 2002, when she was just fourteen years old, Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped at knifepoint by a pedofile from her home in Utah. She endured nine months of being shackled, raped, starved, and threatened by her kidnappers, Brian David Mitchell and his wife, Wanda Barzee, before she was rescued and reunited with her family. Her new book, "Where There's Hope: Healing, Moving Forward, and Never Giving Up", is an inspiring read and is available through booksellers everywhere. You can read more about Elizabeth at http://www.elizabethsmart.com. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Calm: Over 85 million people are using the Calm app to sleep better! Want access to hundreds of hours of sleep stories, guided meditations, and soundscapes? For a limited time, get 40% off of a Calm premium subscription by going to calm.com/nobodytoldme. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. *** This episode is part of our 'Best Of' series. It originally aired in May 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 18, 2020 • 37min
Christie Tate: ...that a group of strangers would help me heal from shame
Most of us are familiar with the idea of one on one therapy, but have you ever considered the possibility of doing it with a group? On this episode, we're joined by New York Times bestselling author Christie Tate, author of the new book, Group: How One Therapist and A Circle of Strangers Saved My Life. The book is described as "the memoir of a guarded, over-achieving, self-lacerating young lawyer who reluctantly agrees to get psychologically and emotionally naked in a room of six complete strangers—her psychotherapy group—and in turn finds human connection, and herself. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Calm: Over 85 million people are using the Calm app to sleep better! Want access to hundreds of hours of sleep stories, guided meditations, and soundscapes? For a limited time, get 40% off of a Calm premium subscription by going to calm.com/nobodytoldme. --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 15, 2020 • 34min
Kim Foley: ...how to convey power and presence in virtual meetings
The pandemic has forced most of us to attend meetings virtually. Zoom meetings have become an everyday occurrence for a lot of workers, like us, who want to look and sound great with this new way of getting together with colleagues and family alike. So, how do you do that? Our guest on this episode, Kim Foley has plenty of ideas to help. Kim is an award-winning TV producer, media trainer and television stylist and she's written a new book called, Virtual Meetings with Power and Presence: The Ultimate Guide to Online Meetings. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Glossier: get 10% off your first order by going to glossier.com/podcast/ntm. --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 14, 2020 • 31min
Jordan Belfort: ...that anyone can come back from failure
The man known as "The Wolf of Wall Street", Jordan Belfort, has had extreme highs and lows in his life. At one time, he made over $50 million a year, but ended up serving 22 months in prison for securities fraud and money laundering. These days, he's working to help others avoid the traps he fell into. As Jordan sees it, "Success, in the absence of ethics, is failure." Jordan also interview Jan & Laura for his podcast, The Wolf's Den. You can watch it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lWQDrsZiSQ. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Glossier: get 10% off your first order by going to glossier.com/podcast/ntm. --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! *** Note: this episode is part of our 'Best Of' series. It originally aired in July 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 13, 2020 • 32min
Jason Harris: ...that I needed to write my own story and figure out how to get there
Could you use a new approach to your life and work? Would you like to be better able to get your point across to others? Is there a way that you could be more inspirational to others? If you answered "Yes!" to any of those questions, you'll want to hear what our guest, Jason Harris, has to say. Jason is the Co-Founder & CEO of Mekanism, an award-winning creative advertising agency. He's also the author of the bestselling book, The Soulful Art of Persuasion: The 11 habits that will make anyone a master influencer. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Glossier: get 10% off your first order by going to glossier.com/podcast/ntm. --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 8, 2020 • 35min
Gretchen Rubin: ...that decluttering would lead to a happier life
The pandemic has all of us staying home more and perhaps being bothered more by the clutter in our homes. Clearing our messes can actually lead to more happiness. On this episode, we talk to Gretchen Rubin, the best-selling author of 'Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness;, . She is one of today's most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. In this interview, she shares insights, strategies, stories, and tips that will help you understand yourself and create a better, more organized life. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! --> Magic Spoon: try a variety pack and get free shipping by visiting magicspoon.com/ntm. *** Note: this episode is part of our 'Best Of' series. It originally aired in May 2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 8, 2020 • 40min
Carmine Gallo: ...that if you don't ask yourself 'how can I be better?', you will always be average
Communication skills are the key to just about everything we want in life: a good relationship, a thriving job, and great friendships. There's no one better to teach us those than Carmine Gallo, a communication coach for the world's most admired brands. He is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of "Talk Like TED" and "The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs." His newest book, "Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get From Good to Great", is now available at bookstores everywhere. You can learn more about him and his work on his website at http://www.carminegallo.com. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! --> Magic Spoon: try a variety pack and get free shipping by visiting magicspoon.com/ntm. *** Note: this episode is part of our 'Best Of' series. It originally aired in July 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 7, 2020 • 43min
David Kidder: ...that my biggest successes would come from following my values
Joining us on this episode is angel investor, Bionic co-founder and bestselling author David Kidder. Here's why we love David—he says the purpose of his life and work is to ignite growth in the lives of people and organizations, to help identify their proprietary gifts and solve the grand challenges of our times. David's latest book is called, New to Big: How Companies Can Create Like Entrepreneurs, Invest Like VC's and Install a Permanent Operating System for Growth. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Magic Spoon: try a variety pack and get free shipping by visiting magicspoon.com/ntm. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 2, 2020 • 37min
Kathy Callahan: ...that fostering dogs would show me the good in people
A surprising bright spot amid the gloominess of the pandemic has been the surge of interest in getting pets. People working from home, schooling their kids at home, or feeling lonely because of social distancing, are among those who've sought out canine companions. Dog shelters, nonprofit rescues, private breeders and pet stores have been swamped with requests from people who'd like to foster, adopt or buy a dog. Joining us on this episode is Kathy Callahan, who knows all about the current trend. Kathy is certified professional dog trainer in Alexandria, Virginia and the author of the new book, 101 Rescue Puppies: One Family's Story of Fostering Dogs, Love, and Trust. You can learn more about Kathy and the book by going to http://www.puppypicks.com **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Magic Spoon: try a variety pack and get free shipping by visiting magicspoon.com/ntm. --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. --> 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 airmedcarenetwork.com/nobody and use offer code 'NOBODY' to sign up and choose up to a $50 Amazon or Visa gift card with a new membership! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
