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.
Episodes
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May 10, 2020 • 31min
Cyntoia Brown: ...that nobody is beyond repair
Joining us is Cyntoia Brown Long, who was sentenced to life in prison for a murder she committed at the age of sixteen. Her case became national news when celebrities like Kim Kardashian, LeBron James, and Rihanna made the hashtag #FreeCyntoia go viral in 2017. She was granted full clemency after having served fifteen years, walking out a free woman on August 7, 2019. Cyntoia is now a prison reform advocate and the author of the book, Free Cyntoia: My Search for Redemption in the American Prison System. She's also the subject of the popular new Netflix documentary, Murder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2020 • 32min
Vishen Lakhiani: ...the secret spiritual art of success
We're very excited to welcome author and entrepreneur Vishen Lakhiani to our show today. 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 over two million 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2020 • 37min
Dr. Eben Alexander: ...how my near death experience would give me proof of heaven
If you're in need of hope, this is the show for you! As a doctor who treated hundreds of patients with brain injuries, neurosurgeon Dr. Eben Alexander strongly doubted the existence of an afterlife. However, after he contracted E. coli meningitis (which has a 1 in 10,000,000 annual occurence), he ended up in a coma for seven days and had a life changing experience. He came to the conclusion that the brain does not create consciousness and that consciousness survives bodily death. He is the author of several books stemming from his own near-death experience, including the #1 New York Times Bestseller called, Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2020 • 28min
Jacob Moore: ...that mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of
Federal officials say the national hotline providing emergency help to people suffering from emotional distress has recently received nearly nine times more calls than it did this time last year, with tens of thousands of Americans reaching out for mental health assistance amid the coronavirus crisis. Joining us on this episode is Jacob Moore, a man who's devoting his life to helping people get help for mental health issues without feeling ashamed or alone. Jacob is the founder of NoStigmas, a social movement for mental health equality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2020 • 37min
Marc Randolph: ...the amount of trial and error it would take to create Netflix
We were so, so excited to welcome veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur Marc Randolph to the show. As you may know, Marc is the co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix. He's mentored hundreds of early stage entrepreneurs and helped seed dozens of successful tech ventures, in addition to many unsuccessful ones. Marc is the author of the bestselling book, That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of An Idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2020 • 37min
Jim Kwik: ...we all have the right to an exceptional life
Our guest on this episode is Jim Kwik, who's known for his expertise in speed-reading, memory improvement and optimal brain performance. Jim is the author of the new book, Limitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life. Jim is the founder and CEO of Kwik Learning and he's taught his techniques to students at Harvard, Stanford and Columbia universities, and to executives of companies like Nike, GE, Space-X and Virgin. He feels the "sheltering" we're doing during the COVID-19 pandemic offers an opportunity for us to transform our brainpower, mindset and creativity. You can learn more about Jim's new book by going to his website at http://www.limitlessbook.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2020 • 30min
Nora McInerny: ...not to rush through the hard stuff in life
Writer Nora McInerny is the perfect guest for these unsettled times we're living in. Nora has been through a lot in her life and she's managed to speak and write about the good times, the bad times and the uncertain times with wisdom, humor, and heart. When she was only 31, Nora lost her second baby, her father and her husband over the course of six weeks. She's the author of the books, No Happy Endings and It's Okay To Laugh. She's the host of the award-winning podcast "Terrible, Thanks for Asking". And, she's the author of the new novel, Bad Moms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2020 • 36min
Shelley Paxton: ...that you can have both success AND fulfillment
Is the COVID-19 pandemic forcing you to take a sabbatical? Our guest on this episode, Shelley Paxton, says there's always a gift in upheaval, pain and discomfort. As Shelley sees it, this time offers us a chance to reflect, reset and redirect our lives. Shelley is the author of the new book, Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel's Guide to Finding Your Best Life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 13, 2020 • 29min
Amy Fish: ...it's okay to have wants and needs
Our guest on this episode is Amy Fish, who spends her days investigating, analyzing and trying to resolve complaints. She's the "Chief Complaints Officer" for the 50,000-student Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Amy believes we all need to stand up for ourselves and speak up for what we need. And, she feels we can use cooperation and connection, instead of confrontation, to get our needs met. Amy's written a new book called, I Wanted Fries With That: How to Ask for What You Want and Get What You Need. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 8, 2020 • 26min
Veronica Roth: ...it is just as important to focus on positive feedback as it is criticism
Our guest on this episode is novelist Veronica Roth, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the blockbuster Divergent series of books. Divergent came out when Veronica was just 22 years old, and the movie adaptation was #1 at the box office on its opening weekend. Veronica has written a highly anticipated new adult fantasy novel, called Chosen Ones. She's had an amazing career with millions of fans around the world. Veronica, thanks so much for joining us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
