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What World awaits the 2026 Graduates?
Tune in for a conversation about the state of the world and opportunities through the lens of our newest college graduates. Some say it’s the worst of times, but it may also be the best of times to…
A Professor of Many Passions
Tune is for a conversation with Dr Codie Place, Psychology professor, specializing in Criminology, along with degrees in Criminal Justice, Educational Psychology and Applied Management. Dr. Place…
Making Relationships Work with Dr. Gary Lewandowski
Tune in for a conversation with relationship scientist Dr. Gary Lewandowski about love, dating, flirting and knowing when to settle. Dr Lewandowski is a psychology Professor at Monmouth University,…
The Art of Mindful Relaxation with Zentangle Founders Rick Roberts & Maria Thomas
Tune in for a Conversation with Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas about their personal journey to developing the wildly popular, mind calming and gratitude building Zentangle method. There are no…
With Nick Larson from Proxima Parada
Tune in for a conversation with Nick Larson from Central Coast favorites, Proxima Parada, about their continued growth and success as a band, as friends and as individuals. And about their upcoming…
Celebrating the Arts with PCPA
Tune in for a Conversation with Kitty Balay and Andrew Philpot, resident artists and instructors with PCPA (Pacific Conservatory Theater ), about the history of PCPA's professional acting and…
Should We Aspire to Live Forever
A conversation about the modern marvels of medicine and the possibilities of extending life for decades, or indefinitely. Are there any moral or ethical concerns surrounding eternal life or is…
Earth Day Activism is Alive and Well
Tune in for a conversation with Starhawk - activist, author, permaculture designer, educator and prominent voice in the modern earth-based spirituality and ecofeminism movements. Starhawk founded…
Labels and the Hunt for Explanations
The DSM has been the primary source for mental illness diagnosis since 1952. Since then the book has grown from a small 32 page pamphlet listing 100 descriptions to 992 pages and over 297 potential…
Welcomed or not - in a New Land
Tune in for a conversation with Kyle Berlin, documentary style playwright and co-founder of Rhyzome Theater Company about his latest project - Mawtini: Arab American Narratives of Home and Belonging…
Birthday Celebration or Day of Mourning?
Tune in for a conversation about the Conundrum of Birthdays. Some years feel more significant than others with the changing of opportunities, abilities, transitions to new realities or simply a…
From the 2025 Live Oak Music Festival with the folk duo Murphy Wylde
Tune in for a Conversation backstage at the 2025 Live Oak Music Festival with Liam Gallaher-Murphy and Ross Wylde of the folk duo Murphy Wylde, who were a crowd favorite at last year’s event. The…
Best of: Thriving in spite of serious mental conditions
This week its a best of presentation-History provides examples of artists, writers, and visionaries (such as Dr. Martin Luther King) who have pursued their full potential despite addiction,…
Treating Trauma Through the Mind/Body and Mindfulness Connection
Tune in for a Conversation with Psychotherapist and trauma specialist, Leslie Bullock about how trauma shows up in life, the mind and the body and the variety of practices available to address the…
I Am Woman Hear Me
Women's History Month is an opportunity to focus on the often un-recognized strengths and importance of the feminine in society. Tune in for a conversation about the quiet, yet mighty, influence of…
Attending to Women's Health Through a Holistic Lens
Tune in for a conversation with Allison Lorne, Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Midwife about the challenges for women in finding helpful and appropriate care throughout life's transitions.…
Another Year, Another Reluctant Therapist Anniversary
Tune in for a conversation sharing the origin story of The Reluctant Therapist, Elizabeth W. Barrett. It's been 18 years - over 800 shows - discussing our collective mental health and well-being and,…
Celebrating Love In All Forms
Tune in for a conversation about the courageous acts of love and devotion in all meaningful relationships, intimate, platonic and symbolic. The art of loving fills the heart and fuels the soul -…
How Forgiveness Can Prevent and Heal Estrangement
Tune in for a conversation with Gayle Kirschenbaum, Emmy award winning filmmaker, TV producer, writer, speaker and forgiveness coach. Gayle is the creator of several reality shows and has gained…
Releasing the Feelings that often Silence Us
Tune in for a Conversation about identifying, feeling and giving voice to our life experiences. What happens when we sweep things under the rug, stuff down feelings or shut down when life…
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A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist has published 20 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Society & Culture.
A Conversation with the Reluctant Therapist is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 59m.
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