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Meredith for Real: the curious introvert

Each episode explores a taboo question or cultural blind spot with an expert who is themselves, a paradox -

Like the atheist doctor who studied near death experiences for 50 years (ep 224)

Or the deeply religious man studied by NASA who sees UFOs regularly (ep 261).

The mission is to inspire the kind of curiosity that looks for & celebrates nuance, because we all deserve a more curious future.

So tune in each week (new episodes every Monday) to question things like American individualism (ep 260), trigger warnings (ep 208) & circumcision (ep 178).

Still not sure where to start?

Other listeners loved ep 230 - Can a sexless marriage survive? and ep 237 - Black man who attends KKK rallies: race & friendship

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Average duration
39 minutes
Episodes
308
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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Ep. 88 | No Spend Year? Unconventional Money Hacks to Retire Early

Ep. 88 | No Spend Year? Unconventional Money Hacks to Retire Early

Shay Richter of Front Porch Finances gives us an up-close look at what her no spend year looks like (downgrading her cars!?), why she decided to do it & where she got the most criticism from. She als…

00:27:01  |   Mon 21 Jun 2021
Ep. 87 | Accidental Swingers? PART 2 (Answering YOUR Questions!)

Ep. 87 | Accidental Swingers? PART 2 (Answering YOUR Questions!)

Jealousy? STIs? Swinging vs Polyamory? How did they tell their family? Hear the answers you may not have expected from a couple in their 50s, happily married for over 20 years.

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00:44:19  |   Mon 14 Jun 2021
Ep. 86 | Accidental Swingers? PART 1

Ep. 86 | Accidental Swingers? PART 1

A couple in their 50s happily married for over 20 years shares the hilarious story of how they accidentally became swingers, how it has improved their marriage & their tips for more open, vulnerable …

00:36:05  |   Mon 07 Jun 2021
Ep. 85 | Taiwan vs USA: Drinking, Dating, Communication, Family & Food

Ep. 85 | Taiwan vs USA: Drinking, Dating, Communication, Family & Food

"Americans are obnoxious, but VERY fun!" Nikki Hardwick immigrated to the U.S. when she was 15 years old. Now she’s back in Taiwan, owning & operating an American-themed bar. She shares her pre-conce…

00:37:17  |   Mon 31 May 2021
Ep. 84 | Start Ugly? How to Quit Putting Off Your Great Idea

Ep. 84 | Start Ugly? How to Quit Putting Off Your Great Idea

Why quitting IS an option, how to find a good critic, the handicap of experience & why starting & stopping can lead you to fulfillment. Chris Krimitsos is the author of Start Ugly, a book his friend …

00:32:14  |   Mon 24 May 2021
Ep. 83 | Wheelchair Gym? Competition, Comparison & Identity

Ep. 83 | Wheelchair Gym? Competition, Comparison & Identity

Tara Blackwell was paralyzed from the chest down in an accident at softball practice in college. In this episode, she shares how her athletic mindset was the foundation to her identity as she transit…

00:30:35  |   Mon 17 May 2021
Ep. 82 | Why You Can't Remember Things: Memory Tips from a Senior Citizen

Ep. 82 | Why You Can't Remember Things: Memory Tips from a Senior Citizen

Matt DiMaio is an expert in high performance learning AND he qualifies for his senior citizen discounts. In this episode he shares the 3 causes of forgettery, the 2 steps to a super human memory & ho…

00:34:04  |   Mon 10 May 2021
Ep. 81 | Robo Dog Reporting for Duty? This is Real Life

Ep. 81 | Robo Dog Reporting for Duty? This is Real Life

The 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Airbase in Panama City, FL is the first to implement robotic dogs in patrolling. The Squadron Commander the base, Major Jordan Criss, & the CEO of Ghost …

00:32:23  |   Mon 03 May 2021
Ep. 80 | Helpful Ads or Digital Prowling? How to Be a Little Less Trackable

Ep. 80 | Helpful Ads or Digital Prowling? How to Be a Little Less Trackable

The owners of YourTek Professionals offer tips on how to exist in the modern world, but also be a little less trackable with increased digital privacy. They cover everything from the physical dangers…

00:33:10  |   Mon 26 Apr 2021
Ep. 79 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? How to Find Your Social Legacy Part 2

Ep. 79 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? How to Find Your Social Legacy Part 2

In part 2 with Emily Chang, she explains how anyone can identify their social legacy BEFORE they have a midlife crisis, her daughter’s advice that helped heal the pain of giving up one of her spare r…

00:28:28  |   Mon 19 Apr 2021
Ep. 78 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? A Social Legacy of Ease, Not Obligation PART 1

Ep. 78 | Strangers in Your Spare Room? A Social Legacy of Ease, Not Obligation PART 1

Emily Chang is a paradox. She was the CMO for Starbucks China, has held executive positions at Apple & is currently the CEO of McCann World Group, China. BUT she also has housed 16 at risk youth in h…

00:31:54  |   Mon 12 Apr 2021
Ep. 77 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 2

Ep. 77 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 2

Dr. Joan Ifland shares the benefits of quitting processed food, the consequences of not quitting them & the practical tips you’ve been missing all those times you’ve “tried to get healthy” before. Te…

00:33:57  |   Mon 05 Apr 2021
Ep. 76 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 1

Ep. 76 | Why Processed Food Addiction Isn’t Your Fault PART 1

Dr. Joan Ifland explains how the history of processed foods has lead to an obesity or overweight percentage of 70% of Americans! She defines processed foods, explains the business model behind the me…

00:32:04  |   Mon 29 Mar 2021
Ep. 75 | Date to Inseminate? A Non-Romantic Co-Parent App

Ep. 75 | Date to Inseminate? A Non-Romantic Co-Parent App

What if you could swipe right on your baby daddy? Now you can. Founder of Modamily, Ivan Fatovic, shares the moment he came up with the idea for this unique dating service, their screening process & …

00:31:13  |   Mon 22 Mar 2021
Ep. 74 | The Impact of ADHD on Work Relationships & Motivation

Ep. 74 | The Impact of ADHD on Work Relationships & Motivation

In part II with Dr. Barbara Cohen, affectionately known as “Dr. B”, we talk strategies to maximize your workflow & creative abilities, how you know if you need to move on from a job & work-from-home …

00:35:49  |   Mon 15 Mar 2021
Ep. 73 | The Impact of ADHD on Romantic Relationships

Ep. 73 | The Impact of ADHD on Romantic Relationships

Dr. Barbara Cohen, affectionately known as “Dr. B”, uses her wisdom of over 30 years as an adult ADHD therapist & coach to shed light on common conflicts caused by ADHD & the best strategies to work …

00:31:31  |   Mon 08 Mar 2021
Ep. 72 | Open in Case of Emergency Stuckness: the Benefit of Creative & Critical Thinking

Ep. 72 | Open in Case of Emergency Stuckness: the Benefit of Creative & Critical Thinking

John Hughes is an author & presenter often does webinars for National Geographic. His specialty is bridging the gap between theory and practice to help educators engage their students. In this episod…

00:32:42  |   Mon 01 Mar 2021
Ep. 71 | Inspired by Love: Story Telling, History & Human Rights

Ep. 71 | Inspired by Love: Story Telling, History & Human Rights

Emmy® nominated & award winning filmmaker, Fiona Dawson, shares how love – both past & present – inspires her to share stories & kindness & courage from the LGBTQ community. She shares her secret to …

00:27:18  |   Mon 22 Feb 2021
Ep. 70 | Sex, Pleasure & the Colonization of India

Ep. 70 | Sex, Pleasure & the Colonization of India

Seeeeeeeeex!! Even if you never got “the talk,” we all have memories of sex that shape our relationships today. In this episode, international sex educator & researcher, Sheetal Kandola, shares the c…

00:37:08  |   Mon 15 Feb 2021
Ep. 69 | Relationship Killers: Film Cast Share Real-Life Lessons from On Screen Characters

Ep. 69 | Relationship Killers: Film Cast Share Real-Life Lessons from On Screen Characters

We all have deal-breakers. In this episode, film writer, Noah Waters III & his cast from Relationship Killers, share the insights they’ve gained from the real lives & those they play in the film. The…

00:30:08  |   Mon 08 Feb 2021
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