A show where we discuss awkward, vulnerable, and practical life issues.
Asking for a Friend
Claim This Podcastby Patrick Cook and Ethan Kanning
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12 episodes
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A show where we discuss awkward, vulnerable, and practical life issues.
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2/18/2023
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Recent Episodes
April 29, 2024
Run for Your Life: A Conversation with author Scott F. Parker
<p>In this episode, we talk with Bozeman, MT-based author Scott F. Parker about growing up in the Northwest, how he fell in love with running, his journey to becoming a writer, and how running, religion, and philosophy interact. </p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>Resources mentioned in this episode</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.scottfparker.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Scott's Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.scottfparker.com/books" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Scott's Books</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119934/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Without Limits - A film about Steve Prefontaine</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-heartbreaking-work-of-staggering-genius-dave-eggers/1144271238?ean=9780375725784" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius - Dave Eggers</a></li> <li><a href="https://alanwatts.org/books/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Alan Watts - Books</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/brian-doyle/one-long-river-of-song/9780316492874/?lens=little-brown" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">One Long River of Song - Brian Doyle</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.factandfictionbooks.com/book/9780802127662" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">A Really Big Lunch - Jim Harrison</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p>
March 1, 2024
11: Should I See A Counselor?
<p>In today’s episode, we speak with Michelle Pittack, a licensed therapist, and ask the question (for our friend): what is therapy? who is it for? and should I try it? Michelle also provides some easy first steps on how to find a therapist, teaches us about different types of therapy and attachment styles, and finally gives some practical tips on how to calm our minds and bodies in a confusing world. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Resources:</p> <p><a href="https://members.iceeft.com/therapist-search/find-an-eft-therapist.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">How to find an EFT therapist near you</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>What attachment style am I?</p> <ul> <li><a href=" https://www.attachmentproject.com/attachment-style-quiz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Attachment Style Quiz</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Attached-Perfect-Relationship-Attachment-Styles/dp/0330544071" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Book by Amir Levine, Rachel Heller</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">How to Create a Secure Attachment With Kids, a book by Daniel Siegel</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Polyvagal-Theory-Neurophysiological-Communication-Self-regulation/dp/0393707008" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">What is Polyvagal Theory, book by Stephen Porges</a></p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://davidwhyte.com/pages/consolations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Book recommendation, David Whyte, Consolations</a></p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://drsuejohnson.com/books/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Books by Sue Johnson</a></p> </li> <li><p>Attachment Theory</p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Secure-Love-Create-Relationship-Lifetime/dp/1668012863" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Book, Julie Menanno, Secure Love</a></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thesecurerelationship?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram account, The Secure Relationship</a></li> </ul> <p><br></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/How-We-Love-Expanded-Discover/dp/0735290172" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Book recommendation, workbook style: How We Love, Milan and Kay Yerkovich</a></li> </ul>
February 29, 2024
09: What is Net Worth and Why Should I Care?
<p>Today we finish our 3-part finance series and dive into the topic of “Net Worth”. We discuss how to calculate net worth, why it’s important to understand, and how it affects our lives and relationships daily.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Notes:</p> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/net-worth-calculator" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Net worth calculator</a></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><p>Stats</p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/average-net-worth-by-age" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Net worth by age</a></p> </li> <li><p><a href="https://www.financialsamurai.com/primary-residence-value-as-a-percentage-of-net-worth-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Home value as a component of worth</a></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.credit.com/blog/average-american-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Average American net worth</a></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><p><a href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/raise-credit-score-fast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">How to improve your credit score</a></p> </li> </ul> <p><br></p>
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