Explore the psychology of winning and losing with guests like former soccer player Abby Wambach and cognitive scientist Sian Leah Beilock. They discuss thriving under pressure, strategies in intense matches, the pitfalls of overthinking, and empowering women in sports. Learn how to optimize performance and embrace the process for success.

Kate Fagan, an Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author, shares her colorful journey from writing to publishing her debut novel, 'The Three Lives of Kate Kay.' She discusses the unique memoir-like structure of her book, featuring multiple perspectives. Kate emphasizes the importance of creating complex characters, even villains, allowing readers to see them as heroes in their stories. She also reveals how she played to her strengths during her creative process, including repurposing earlier manuscripts to enrich her narrative.

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