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Only One In The Room

Laura Cathcart Robbins

Hosted by Laura Cathcart Robbins, a writer and a recovery thriver and survivor, Laura found herself in an all too familiar position. In September 2018, she was the only black woman in the room at Brave Magic, a famed writer’s retreat. After it was over, she wrote about her “only one” experience in The Huffington Post and comments started flooding into her DM. These comments were from people from all races, ethnicities, creeds, and nationalities who had felt “othered”. Laura beautifully interviews a

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34:57

Feed Drop - ManonFestation: Ep4. Family Triggers

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2024/12/17

Navigating Family Dynamics and Emotional Triggers During the Holidays In this episode, the host delves into the complexities of family dynamics, especially during holiday gatherings like Thanksgiving. The script explores dealing with emotional triggers and childhood wounds that often resurface around family. The host shares personal experiences with her family and in-laws provides practical techniques for managing stress and emphasizes the importance of self-care and spiritual growth. The episode

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Scott Talks to Lara Love Hardin

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2024/12/12

The Literary Journey of Lara Love Harden: From Prison to BestsellerIn this engaging conversation, author Lara Love Hardin shares her inspiring journey from addiction and incarceration to becoming a bestselling author and prison reform advocate. She discusses her initial encounter with the literary world, her rapid transition to a published author, and the powerful impact of her memoir. Lara opens up about her personal struggles, the transformative experience of ghostwriting in prison, and the

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70:26

Lara Love Hardin - The Only Rule Follower With...

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2024/12/10

The Only Rule Follower with 32 Felonies: A Conversation with Laura Love HardinIn this episode of 'The Only One in the Room' podcast, host Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews Lara Love Hardin, a literary agent, author, prison reform advocate, and president of True Literary. Lara Love Hardin shares her compelling journey from a rule-following individual with 32 felonies to an accomplished writer whose memoir, 'The Many Lives of Mama Love,' is an Oprah Book Club pick and a New York Times bestseller

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19:45

Scott Talks to Michael Vinton

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2024/12/05

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Michael Vinton to discuss his deeply personal journey following the tragic loss of his brother in a murder-suicide during the pandemic in August 2020. Michael opens up about the duality of grieving for a loved one who also committed a heinous act, the stigmas associated with murder-suicide, and the importance of creating spaces for such conversations. He shares his work with Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide, an organization aiding those affected by

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65:35

Michael Vinton - The Only Loss Survivor Of...

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2024/12/03

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Michael Vinton to discuss his deeply personal journey following the tragic loss of his brother in a murder-suicide during the pandemic in August 2020. Michael opens up about the duality of grieving for a loved one who also committed a heinous act, the stigmas associated with murder-suicide, and the importance of creating spaces for such conversations. He shares his work with Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide, an organization aiding those affected by

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49:01

Introducing: Something You Should Know

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2024/11/26

Hi Only One in the Room listeners! Today we’re introducing you to another podcast we think you’re really going to enjoy. It’s called Something You Should Know with Mike Carruthers.Every episode of Something You Should Know delivers fascinating insights that can help us all understand our world – and each other – a little better. In today’s episode, Mike talks about how status affects our path to success and how to reduce anxiety: SYSK: Why Status Is Critical to Your Success & Why Is There So Much

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Scott Talks to Tawny Lara

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2024/11/21

In this engaging conversation, Tawny Lara discusses her journey through sobriety, sober dating, and the challenges of navigating intimacy without alcohol. She shares her experiences of meeting her husband in recovery, the importance of community support, and the realities of publishing a book. Tawny also highlights the significance of being honest about one's desires in sexual experiences and the impact of alcohol on relationships. The discussion culminates in her entrepreneurial venture of creating

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55:24

Tawny Lara - The Only One Talking About Dryhumping

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2024/11/19

In this engaging conversation, Tawny Lara discusses her journey through sobriety, sober dating, and the challenges of navigating intimacy without alcohol. She shares her experiences of meeting her husband in recovery, the importance of community support, and the realities of publishing a book. Tawny also highlights the significance of being honest about one's desires in sexual experiences and the impact of alcohol on relationships. The discussion culminates in her entrepreneurial venture of creating

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20:32

Scott Talks to Tanmeet Sethi

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2024/11/14

In this episode, host Laura Cathcart Robbins and her co-host Scott interview Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative family medicine physician and clinical associate professor, about finding joy despite profound personal tragedy. Tanmeet discusses her experience with her son's fatal diagnosis, the distinction between joy and happiness, and the importance of practices like gratitude in cultivating joy. The conversation explores the scientific and emotional facets of finding joy in difficult circumstances, how

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60:58

Tanmeet Sethi - The Only One Who Has A Child Dying...

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2024/11/12

In this episode, host Laura Cathcart Robbins and her co-host Scott interview Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative family medicine physician and clinical associate professor, about finding joy despite profound personal tragedy. Tanmeet discusses her experience with her son's fatal diagnosis, the distinction between joy and happiness, and the importance of practices like gratitude in cultivating joy. The conversation explores the scientific and emotional facets of finding joy in difficult circumstances, how

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33:08

Jazz Lion’s Den Feed Drop – Ep 7: Star Hill

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2024/11/07

Welcome to the Jazz Lion’s Den, a journey through Levy Lee Simon’s debut Memoir Odyssey Towards The Light This episode of the Jazz Lion's Den features a dramatic and vivid excerpt from his time at Star Hill, a hardcore treatment facility, highlighting the intense and emotionally charged experiences he faced. This marked a critical turning point in Simon's life, filled with real-life characters and raw honesty about his battle with addiction. And for more on Levy Lee

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63:44

Christine O'Donnell - The Only Fox Reporter Fired For...

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2024/11/05

An Emmy-nominated TV journalist, Christine O'Donnell, recounts her unexpected firing from a Fox News station following a misunderstood social media post. She details her challenging journey from being misjudged and outcast in the news industry to rediscovering her self-worth through therapy and starting a successful podcast agency. This conversation, filled with personal anecdotes and professional insights, highlights resilience, the evolving nature of media, and the importance of storytelling in

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Scott Talks to Hilary Phelps

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2024/10/31

Hilary Phelps, the sister of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, shares her journey of keeping her sobriety a secret. She discusses her childhood, growing up in a supportive and dedicated family, and her early success as a competitive swimmer. However, she also opens up about her struggles with self-doubt and anxiety, which led her to turn to alcohol and drugs as a way to cope. Phelps talks about the impact of these substances on her mental health and how they affected her performance in swimming

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67:32

Hilary Phelps - The Only One Who Kept Her Sobriety A...

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2024/10/29

Hilary Phelps, the sister of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, shares her journey of keeping her sobriety a secret. She discusses her childhood, growing up in a supportive and dedicated family, and her early success as a competitive swimmer. However, she also opens up about her struggles with self-doubt and anxiety, which led her to turn to alcohol and drugs as a way to cope. Phelps talks about the impact of these substances on her mental health and how they affected her performance in swimming

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19:02

Scott Talks to Nikki Mark

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2024/10/24

In this heartfelt and deeply moving podcast episode, host Laura Cathcart Robbins and guest Nikki Mark discuss Nikki's personal journey of grief and healing following the sudden passing of her son, Tommy, at the age of 12. Nikki, the author of 'Tommy's Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime', shares how her son's spirit inspired a community to come together to build 'Tommy's Field', a soccer field that serves as a place of play and remembrance. Throughout the conversation, Nikki reflects on

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60:03

Nikki Mark - The Only One Who Stayed Connected To Her...

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2024/10/22

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter interview Nikki Mark, author of 'Tommy's Field,' who shares her profound journey of healing after the loss of her son, Tommy. Nikki delves into how soccer became a beacon of hope, leading to the creation of Tommy's Field and her involvement in the TM 23 Foundation. Despite her non-religious upbringing, Nikki discusses the spiritual connection she maintains with Tommy, narrated through poignant stories and

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18:24

Scott Talks to Yusuf Dahl

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2024/10/17

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, host Laura Cathcart Robbins and her co-host, Scott Slaughter, converse with Yusuf Dahl, an entrepreneur, educator, and advocate. Dahl shares his compelling journey from a troubled youth and prison sentence to becoming a Princeton graduate and a staunch advocate for housing reform. The discussion highlights Yusuf's early life in Milwaukee, his experiences with the juvenile and prison systems, and how he transformed his life with the help of mentors and sheer

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63:46

Yusuf Dahl - The Only One Who Can't Be Your Neighbor

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2024/10/15

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, host Laura Cathcart Robbins and her co-host, Scott Slaughter, converse with Yusuf Dahl, an entrepreneur, educator, and advocate. Dahl shares his compelling journey from a troubled youth and prison sentence to becoming a Princeton graduate and a staunch advocate for housing reform. The discussion highlights Yusuf's early life in Milwaukee, his experiences with the juvenile and prison systems, and how he transformed his life with the help of mentors and sheer

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22:33

Scott Talks to Veronica Cisneros

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2024/10/10

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room' podcast, host Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews Veronica Cisneros, a licensed marriage and family therapist and women's coach. Veronica recounts her tumultuous upbringing with a gang member and heroin addict father and a tenaciously supporting mother. She shares her near-divorce experience and how she and her husband, Willie, overcame childhood dysfunction. Through compelling storytelling, the episode explores the transformation of their troubled

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64:15

Veronica Cisneros - The Only One Whose Marriage...

Only One In The Room ·

2024/10/08

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room' podcast, host Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews Veronica Cisneros, a licensed marriage and family therapist and women's coach. Veronica recounts her tumultuous upbringing with a gang member and heroin addict father and a tenaciously supporting mother. She shares her near-divorce experience and how she and her husband, Willie, overcame childhood dysfunction. Through compelling storytelling, the episode explores the transformation of their troubled

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