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(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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Todd Rose: ...prioritizing personal fulfillment is the most reliable path to success and happiness Oct 25, 2018

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“Dark Horse” is a term for those who triumph against the odds…for the winners nobody saw coming. And, “Dark Horse” is the very appropriate title of the new book by Harvard researcher Todd Rose which looks at men and women who’ve achieved impressive success, even though nobody saw them coming. Todd is an incredible example of this: he was a high school dropout who had two children by the age of twenty and was struggling to support his family on state benefits. Now, he's the director of the Mind, Brain, and Education program at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a best-selling author. In this episode, Todd joins us to share his insights into why the standard formula for success may not be the best formula for you. You can learn more about Todd on his website at http://www.toddrose.com/.

Questions asked include where did the term dark horse come from? (1:20), how did you take your own road to go from being on welfare to a Harvard professor? (1:41), what is The Dark Horse Project at Harvard? (3:18), what's typically the turning point for people where they decide it's ok to be a dark horse? (5:12), what role does fear play in making a big life change? (6:20), what should you do if you're considering going on a different path? (7:10), what are the four elements of the dark horse mindset? (9:54), if we haven't found our passion, how do we find it? (14:37), what percentage of the population do you estimate lives their lives according to someone else's notion of success? (16:35), why is sacrifice important? (18:46), what message does your work have for people who are approaching retirement and feel that they always went for the cookie cutter model of success and feel like it might be too late for them to blossom in another area? (20:13), why is there a stigma associated with being a millennial? (21:36), what advice do you have for a college student who needs to declare a major (24:00), what is the one piece of information that you think is most critical to share with new parents or frustrated parents who have children who are not excelling in a traditional environment? (25:40), who are some of the well known, successful dark horses? (26:57), what is your nobody told me lesson? (30:56).

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Andrew Tarvin: ...the benefits of using humor in the workplace Oct 19, 2018

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On this episode, we welcome Andrew Tarvin, who calls himself the world’s first "humor engineer". He has helped hundreds of thousands of people at top organizations like Procter & Gamble, ESPN, PepsiCo, and Microsoft learn how to get better results while having more fun and has also been featured in Forbes and the Wall Street Journal. Andrew is the best-selling author of "Humor That Works: 501 Ways to Use Humor to Beat Stress, Increase Productivity, and Have Fun at Work". You can learn more about him at https://andrewtarvin.com.

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Robin Dreeke: ...that the secret to success is being a resource to others Oct 15, 2018

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Robin Dreeke is the former head of the FBI's Behavior Analysis Program and a recognized expert in the field of interpersonal communication. He is also the founder and president of People Formula, an organization that offers advanced rapport building, training, and consultation. He is the author of several best-selling books, including The Code of Trust: An American Counterintelligence Expert's Five Rules to Lead and Succeed. In this interview, we talk about how to create an instant connection, why some communication styles work better than others, and why it's important to follow what he's deemed "the platinum rule": treating others as they want to be treated.

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Mitch Albom: ...what it would be like when your mentors have passed on and it's your turn to pass on wisdom to the next generation Oct 10, 2018

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We’re very excited to welcome best-selling author, journalist, screenwriter, playwright, broadcaster and musician Mitch Albom to our show. Mitch’s books have sold more than 35 million copies worldwide. His book, Tuesdays With Morrie, is the most successful memoir ever published. His first novel, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, is the most successful US hardcover first adult novel ever.

And now, Mitch has written a sequel to The Five People You Meet In Heaven. It’s called, The Next Person You Meet In Heaven. You can purchase it at booksellers everywhere. His website can be found at https://www.mitchalbom.com.

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Mastin Kipp (part 2): ...it's okay to let yourself be supported Oct 07, 2018

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Get ready for part two with Mastin Kipp, one of our favorite guests ever! Mastin is a best-selling author, speaker, and creator of Functional Life Coaching, a personal development company for people who are seeking rapid transformation in their lives. Through his seminars, books, and retreats, he has helped more than 100 million people worldwide. Oprah Winfrey calls him, “a thought leader of the next generation of spiritual thinkers.” He's a firm believer that the only thing stopping people from success is their unresolved emotional traumas. In this conversation, we talk about topics that just about anyone can relate to: how to make sense of senseless tragedies, how crisis can lead to opportunity if we find meaning in it, productive ways to deal with anger, resentment, and regret, the importance of changing habits, and so much more.

Mastin’s latest book is called, Claim Your Power: A 40-Day Journey to Dissolve the Hidden Blocks that Keep You Stuck and Finally Thrive in Your Life’s Unique Purpose. You can learn more about him at http://www.mastinkipp.com.

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Melissa Radke: ...if you put yourself out there, people will identify with you Oct 02, 2018

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Joining us on this episode is someone you may not know yet, but will want to know…and will hear a lot more about in the future. Melissa Radke came to the attention of 40 million people as a result of the video blogs she began doing on Facebook in her spare time. Those video blogs featuring Melissa’s take on life started out as a hobby and soon became a full-time job, which has lead to public speaking engagements, a book and a television show. Melissa’s book is called, Eat Cake. Be Brave. She feels she was born to be herself and be a light in the world. Her energy is magnetic and her words are relatable to anyone who has ever felt self-doubt or struggled with finding their place. You can learn more about her at https://www.melissaradke.com.

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Lisa McCubbin...as an author, I would fall in love with my subjects Sep 27, 2018

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Joining us on this episode is award-winning journalist and New York Times best-selling author Lisa McCubbin, whose latest book is called, "Betty Ford: First Lady, Women’s Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer", which has been called the “landmark biography of one of the most admired and influential women of our time.” It's a gripping book and you can learn more about it at https://lisamccubbin.com/books/betty-ford/.

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Nastia Liukin: ...that being a kind, compassionate human being is more important than being an Olympic gold medalist Sep 23, 2018

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We want to give a very warm welcome to our guest on this episode, Nastia Liukin. Nastia is, of course, an Olympic gymnastics all-around gold medalist, a television commentator, a top competitor on Dancing With The Stars, and the author of the book, Finding My Shine, which is her autobiography. Nastia’s passion these days lies in inspiring others. She's created an app, Grander, which enables young girls to be mentored by their biggest role models. In our conversation with Nastia, we discuss the path from being a little girl in the gym to winning gold at the Olympics, the impact of that on her life, the most defining moment of her career (it's not what you'd think it would be!), her thoughts on body shaming, and how she has overcome self-doubt. Nastia is a true inspiration and this is definitely a must-listen interview! You can learn more about her on her website at http://nastialiukin.com.

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Greg Behrendt: ...that men need more nurturing than they’re willing to admit Sep 18, 2018

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Welcome to Nobody Told Me! I’m Jan Black and I’m Laura Owens. Joining us on this episode is Greg Behrendt, who’s a comedian, a consultant on Sex and the City, and the author of several books that have earned him the title of “relationship expert” as well. You may be familiar with his books, He's Just Not That into You: The No-Excuses Truth to Understanding Guys, It's Just a Date: How to Get 'em, How to Read 'em, and How to Rock 'em, and It's Called a Breakup Because It's Broken: The Smart Girl's Break-Up Buddy. Greg’s latest book, co-authored with his wife, Amiira, is called, How to Keep Your Marriage From Sucking: The Keys to Keep Your Wedlock Out of Deadlock.

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Chris Voss: ...the secrets of negotiation from a former FBI international kidnapping negotiator Sep 13, 2018

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Our guest on this episode is Chris Voss and we’ve wanted to have him on the show for a LONG time! Chris is a former international hostage negotiator for the FBI whose career brought him face-to-face with bank robbers and terrorists. His résumé is extremely impressive: he became the FBI’s lead international kidnapping negotiator, he’s taught negotiation at leading universities, given speeches that have had millions of views, and he’s now sharing with us the negotiation skills that helped him save lives.

Chris says life is a series of negotiations you should be prepared for and he explains all about that in his book, Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if your life depended on it. Chris is the founder and CEO of the Black Swan Group which trains businesses, individuals, law enforcement and government personnel in negotiations.

You can learn more about Chris at https://blackswanltd.com.

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