Me & Dr. Joe

Episode 242 - Faraway and Forever with Nancy Joie Wilkie

We welcome back Nancy Joy Wilkie to hear about her new book Faraway and Forever, a collection of five science fiction novelettes. Listen in as Nancy and Dr. Joe discuss the intersection of science and religion, the dangers of artificial intelligence, the challenges of interstellar travel, the search for meaning and immortality, the evolution of human consciousness, the need for validation and faith, and the power of compliments and positive thinking!

Get your copy of Faraway and Forever and check out Nancy's work on her website!

Takeaways

• The reality of interstellar travel, at least in its early days, is likely to be much less glamorous than depicted in science fiction!
• No matter the advances in artificial intelligence, there will never be a replacement for human creativity and experience.
• It is not the knowledge of God's existence that drives us, but our own curiosity and acceptance that our concept of God will always fall short!

Episode 241 - Stand To with Harrison Tipping and Patrick Troy-Brandt

We welcome back veteran-actor Patrick Troy-Brandt along with actor-writer Harrison Tipping, who has worked hard to understand and share the struggles veterans face with post-traumatic stress in his short film, Stand To.

Watch Stand To here!

Takeaways

• Listen more in conversations and be open to different perspectives.
• Influence others to stand up for one another.
• Small random acts of kindness can have a significant impact.
• Create understanding and empathy for the military through films and discussions.
• Challenge the myth of the 'invincible' soldier and the toxic masculinity that discourages veterans from seeking help.
• Read and understand veterans' experiences to gain insight into post-traumatic stress.
• Understand the reality of post-traumatic stress and its impact on individuals.
• Collaborate with veterans' organizations to support and promote their work.

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Episode 240 - 2nd Act with Ana Bess

We're honored to speak with Ana Bess, Founding Executive Director of 2nd Act, a collective of artists in recovery which uses theatre, film, and drama therapy to address the impact of substance use!

Learn more about 2nd Act and their mission on their website!

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Episode 239 - Hero Journey Club with Brian Chhor and Derrick Hull, PhD

We're joined by Brian Chhor and Derrick Hull, CEO and Chief Clinical Officer of Hero Journey Club, an innovative service that fuses mental health support with a unique gaming experience!

Learn more about Hero Journey Club!

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Episode 238 - The Dr. Estate Show with Ben Cote

Dr. Joe and Mark sit down with estate planning attorney Ben Cote to learn about what makes up someone's estate, what it means to their loved ones, and how he helps protect people's legacies as they pass from one generation to the next!

Get in touch with Ben and the team at stiles-law.com and stiles-estates.com, call at 781-319-1900, or email him at bcote@stiles-law.com!

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Episode 237 - Bipolar General with Gregg Martin

We're honored to speak with retired Army Major General Gregg Martin about his struggle with bipolar condition, from the manic highs that fueled his career, to the lows that led to his current mission of helping others with their mental health!

Get your copy of Bipolar General: My Forever War with Mental Illness!

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Episode 236 - The Dr. F Show with Marni Kinrys

We have the pleasure of speaking with the Ultimate Wing Girl, Marni Kinrys! Learn how Marni got started in her coaching career, the importance of men knowing themselves and their goals, and how men can practice their flirting skills in a supportive environment!

 

Check out Marni's free course at fwithher.com, more courses at winggirlmethod.com, the Ask Women Podcast, and her YouTube channel!

 

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Episode 235 - The Dr. Hollywood Show with Josh Olson

We're joined by Oscar-nominated screenwriter and podcaster Josh Olson to talk about the amazing people who inspired him throughout his career, the gains made from the WGA strike, and the too-common abuses of power that have happened both on and off set.

Check out Josh's podcasts, The Movies That Made Me and The Audit!

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Episode 234 - The Dr. Economy Show with Prof. Richard Wolff

We have the honor of speaking with world-renowned economist Professor Richard Wolff about the state of the national and global economy, the unrest in America's working class, and the value of supporting others!

Hear more from Prof. Wolff at Democracy at Work!

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Episode 233 - The Dr. Climate Show with Jennifer Francis, PhD

After a disturbing summer of freak weather, we speak with Dr. Jennifer Frances, Senior Scientist at the Woodwell Climate Research Center, to learn about the importance of the Arctic jet stream in regulating Earth's climate, how it's been disrupted by melting sea ice, and what we can expect as a result in coming years.

Learn more about Jennifer's work at the Woodwell Climate Research Center!

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