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Latest Episode

Lisa Nicole Bell
- THE SHOW This recap episode distills the core ideas from this season of Behind the Brilliance with fresh perspective on building a meaningful life and career without burning out, numbing out, or deferring fulfillment to “someday.” Lisa recaps key conversations...
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Lisa Nicole Bell
Lisa recaps the highlights of Season 16. Read More.
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197 Sam Parr

Sam Parr

THE SHOW Sam Parr is the founder and CEO of The Hustle, a rapidly growing 8 figure media company that’s taken no venture capital. Besides being ambitious and smart, Sam is self-aware and thoughtful about both his professional and personal…
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196 Bill Duke

Bill Duke

THE SHOW Bill Duke is among the most accomplished actors in Hollywood with more than 70 credits to his name. Also an accomplished director, he continues to create work that inspires and educates. During this conversation, Bill opens up about…
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195 On the Shortness of Life

Solo Episode

THE SHOW Lisa shares reflections from Seneca’s essay, On the Shortness of Life   STUFF MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Valerian Root  Information on Valerian Root On the Shortness of Life (book format) On the Shortness of Life (full essay –…
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194 Emily Nagoski

Emily Nagoski

THE SHOW Emily Nagoski is blending research and wisdom as an author, sex educator, and neuropsychologist. She sat down with me to talk about her books, her work, and what she’s learned about sex, feminism, and avoiding burnout. This episode…
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193 Zainab Johnson

Zainab Johnson

THE SHOW Zainab Johnson is among the best and brightest standup comedians working today. Her perspective is unique, and her voice is fresh. During this winding chat, Zainab and I talked about how she found her way to comedy, what…
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192 Breaks, Rest, and Sabbaticals

Solo Episode

THE SHOW Lisa shares 3 illuminating questions and her thoughts on the importance of breaks, rest, and sabbaticals.        

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191 Nedra Tawwab

Nedra Tawwab

THE SHOW Nedra Tawwab has amassed a following of nearly 300,000 on Instagram where she doles out inspiring, useful nuggets of wisdom about mental health, life, and personal development. Her perspectives on boundary setting and healing from past trauma continue…
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190 Charlie Gilkey

Charlie Gilkey

THE SHOW Charlie Gilkey is a brilliant strategist and author who’s written an excellent book titled Start Finishing. The book helps creatives, entrepreneurial types, and professionals finish what they start. The book lays out practical advice for everything from managing…
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189 Major Questions for 2020

Solo Episode

THE SHOW Lisa offers 28 illuminating questions in preparation for 2020.   STUFF MENTIONED DURING THIS EPISODE Year Compass     

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"I'm a 40 year old woman and with every episode I'm exposed to diverse people, new ideas, books, and technology. Lisa is a great conversationalist and her guests bring such unique perspectives. This show is absolutely brilliant! [think The Oprah Winfrey Show in a podcast]."

Ivory Nelle

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"Lisa spans a large range of topics while maintaining the consistent theme "you can be better, if you are willing to make the choices and do the work". Her topics are fresh and relevant and her guests are interesting."

David M.

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"I love this podcast!!!! I look forward to it and tune in every week.I get so much from it personally and professionally. Lisa is smart, witty and soooo funny. Once you listen you MUST go back into the archives and get.your.self.together!"

Diva in Scrubs

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"Lisa Nicole Bell is a God send! This podcast is filled with gems, diamonds, chocolate, & so much more. If you're lacking friends or peers along the personal development side, this podcast is a comfort & provides so much information that will bless & change your life. I love this show & love Lisa!"

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"When Lisa goes on hiatus, I seriously question how I'll survive without this podcast. She gives all types of advice that's relevant no matter what field you're in and the interviews are the icing on the cake."

Monique Wise

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