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Jan 17, 2025 • 46min

#357: Hospice Nurse Penny - What Caring For The Dying Taught Me About Living & Life After Death

Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice nurse with more than 17 years experience of looking after the dying. In this conversation, hospice nurse Penny discusses the taboo surrounding death, the impact of COVID-19 on public discourse about dying, and her personal journey with death anxiety. She shares insights from her experiences with patients, emphasizing the importance of acceptance and communication at the end of life. Penny also explores the signs of active dying and the profound moments she has witnessed, including the ability of some individuals to choose when to pass away. The conversation concludes with her reflections on the interpretations of end-of-life experiences and the potential for visions of deceased loved ones. Timestamps: 00:00 - Why discussing death is taboo 01:43 - People want to discuss death 02:45 - Is Penny afraid of death? 03:50 - The criteria for hospice 05:40 - How caring for the dying has shaped Penny’s life philosophy 08:30 - The main regrets of the dying 09:30 - What makes someone happy to die? 11:50 - How to accept death 14:45 - How Penny knows how long someone has left to live 18:50 - When people decide when they want to die 21:30 - The mysterious things dying people do 25:00 - Energy shifts when a person dies 26:50 - The last moments of life that have shocked Penny 28:50 - What it was like for Penny caring for her dying father 31:20 - What it’s been like for Penny working in hospice 33:30 - Advice for family members with dying relatives 37:00 - The amazement of hospices 42:00 - Lessons from the end 44:00 - What makes life worth living 44:30 - Connect with Nurse Penny Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Connect with Penny: https://www.hospicenursepenny.com
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Jan 13, 2025 • 39min

#356: Errol Musk - Elon Musk's Dad On Occupying Mars, Trump, Twitter Takeover & More

Errol Musk is a retired engineer, politician and businessman. He is the father of Elon Musk, the world's richest man. In this episode, Errol talks about growing up poor to becoming a millionaire in his early twenties, bringing up his children as a single father, Elon's interest in space and computers from a young age, wether Elon will ever occupy Mars, the takeover of Twitter and his honest opinion on Elon's impact on the world. Timestamps: 02:00 Why Errol & Elon Love The U.K 08:30 Growing Up in South Africa 10:15 Joining The Army 12:40 Engineering & Business 15:50 Buying His First Aeroplane at 24 17:20 Elon's First Business Venture 19:30 Musk Family Values 22:00 Elon's Passion For Space 24:10 Will Elon Occupy Mars? 29:45 Elon's Impact On The World 32:30 Elon Buying Twitter 37:30 Will Elon Buy Liverpool FC? Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment
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Jan 11, 2025 • 55min

#355: Dr Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnson - The New Science Of Human Immortality

Dr Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston is a neuroscientist at Monash University, Australia, where he investigates methods for characterising the nature of conscious experiences, and author of The Future Loves You: How and Why We Should Abolish Death. In 2019, he obtained his PhD from The University of Melbourne, where he researched how genetic and environmental factors affect cognition. His research interests range from the decline, preservation and rescue of cognitive function at different stages of the lifespan, through to comparing different people’s conscious experience. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - The case against death 04:50 - palliative philosophy 09:45 - Aging, not disease is the underlying risk factor 11:34 - How effective are current anti-aging treatments? 13:30 - How Elizabeth Holmes paused death 14:09 - What actually is Death? 25:14 - Pausing Biology: Brain preservation, Cryonics 28:15 - Is Cryonics a scam and pseudoscience? 34:10 - Uploading someones brain to an AI 38:15 - Reviving someone after death 42:15 - Could consciousness survive in an alien host? 44:00 - The concern of uploading your consciousness into an AI host 46:10 - How does the scientific community view these ideas? 48:30 - How far away are we from immortality and revival after death? 53:00 - What makes Ariel’s life worth living? 54:00 - Connect with Ariel Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Connect with Ariel: https://www.arielzj.com
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Jan 6, 2025 • 54min

#354: Caroline Middelsdorf - How To Understand & Overcome Trauma

In this discussion, trauma expert Caroline Middelsdorf, an empowered survivor and international psychologist, shares invaluable insights on identifying and overcoming trauma. She delves into how parenting styles can shape trauma responses and highlights techniques like EMDR and sound frequency healing for recovery. Middelsdorf emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and healthy relationships in the healing process, while also recognizing the lasting impact of childhood stories on emotional growth. Unresolved trauma, guilt over productivity, and reclaiming one’s true self are key themes explored.
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Jan 3, 2025 • 55min

#353: Dr Gail Saltz - Sex Expert: How To Create An Incredible Sex Life & Rekindle Lost Sparks!

Join Dr. Gail Saltz, a renowned psychiatrist and author, as she navigates the intricate world of human sexuality. She discusses common sexual issues for couples and the differing dynamics between men and women. Delve into how childhood experiences shape desires and the importance of self-awareness in enhancing intimacy. Dr. Saltz also shares her top tip for rekindling sparks, emphasizing the necessity of emotional connection. This insightful conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to improve their romantic life!
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Dec 30, 2024 • 49min

#352: The 7 Best Lessons of 2024

Robert Sapolsky, a primate behavior expert, delves into how the pursuit of goals often brings more joy than the rewards themselves. Iain McGilchrist sheds light on consciousness and the importance of the right hemisphere of the brain. Ellen Langer discusses mindfulness and decision-making, urging us to embrace intuition rather than overthinking. Neil Lawrence tackles the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, stressing the need for human accountability in tech. These insights provide a compelling roadmap for personal growth and creativity.
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Nov 26, 2024 • 47min

#351: Blaine Anderson - #1 Men's Dating Coach On How To Become An Elite Man In Dating

Blaine Anderson is a dating coach for men at at  @DatingByBlaine . In this episode of the Freedom Pact Podcast, Blaine Anderson explains wether their really are 'leagues' in dating, how to approach women with confidence, how to meet women in the gym, strategies for effective first dates, overcoming the fear of rejection and the differences between online and in-person dating. Blaine also gives tips on how to optimise your online dating profile to get more matches, the transition from online to offline, and the qualities that attract women. Timestamps: 0:00 Is Anyone Really 'Out of Your League'? 02:10 Men's Biggest Dating Problem & Creating Chemistry 03:35 'The Game' 05:50 Green Lights From Women 07:20 Where To Meet Women 08:10 The Gym Is Not Off Bounds 11:40 How To Approach A Woman You Don't Know 17:40 Facing Rejection 19:20 The Perfect First Date 22:50 Online Dating 25:30 Upgrade Your Profile 30:00 Opening Message 35:20 'Nice Guy' Ick 26:50 Why Women Like Bad Boys 38:20 Pick Up Artists 40:20 The One Thing All Women Love 43:45 First Thing Women Notice About Men 44:50 What Makes Life Worth Living? 46:00 Connect With Blaine More from Blaine: https://www.datingbyblaine.com/
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Oct 19, 2024 • 52min

#350: Dr Robert Sapolsky - You’ve Been Lied To About Testosterone, Dopamine, Depression & Free Will

Robert M. Sapolsky is a professor of biology and neurology at Stanford University and the recipient of a MacArthur Foundation 'Genius Grant'. In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, Lewis & Dr Sapolsky delve into the complexities of dopamine, testosterone, oxytocin, and depression, exploring how these biological factors influence human behavior and social dynamics. Dr Sapolsky also shares his personal struggles with depression and explains how it is rooted in biology. He also explains his stance on Free Will, and reacts to the main counter arguments he faces, and his debates with Daniel Dennett. Chapters 00:00 Trailer 01:14 Understanding Dopamine & How It Effects Us 11:31 Testosterone: What People Get Wrong 17:56 Oxytocin: The Dark Truth 23:40 Dr Sapolsky's Personal Experience with Depression 33:07 Faith and Stress: The Role of Religion in Coping 36:43 Free Will & Why We Have 'None Whatsoever' 39:00 'The Sapolsky Paradox' 45:00 Debating Daniel Dennett on Free Will 50:37 What Makes Life Worth Living? Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment
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Oct 16, 2024 • 33min

#349: Allan Lichtman - The Election Expert Predicts The 2024 U.S Election

In this episode of the Freedom Pact podcast, historian Alan Lichtman discusses his renowned prediction system, 'the Keys to the White House', which has accurately forecasted presidential elections for over 40 years. Lichtman explains the nonpartisan nature of his predictions, the development of the prediction system and the significance of it's various factors. Allan explains how he predicted a Trump win in 2016 against all odds, why you shouldn't rely on political polls and pundits, hares insights on 40 years worth of elections, and makes his official prediction for the winner of the 2024 US Presidential Election. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alan Lichtman and His Predictions 03:13 The Keys to the White House Explained 05:58 The Development of the Keys System 09:08 Understanding the 13 Keys 11:58 The Role of Scandal in Elections 15:05 The Limitations of Polls & Pundits 18:03 Confidence in Predictions and Historical Context 21:14 Facing Pushback and Pressure 24:00 Did The Trump Assassination Attempt Impact The Prediction? 27:00 Current Political Landscape and Predictions 30:55 The Official 2024 Prediction Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment
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Sep 26, 2024 • 48min

#348: Dr William Li - Heal Your Body: Using Food To Prevent And STARVE Cancer

Dr William Li is an award-winning scientist, medical doctor and New York Times best selling author. William Li has served on the faculties at Harvard, Tufts and Dartmouth. His groundbreaking research has affected more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes and obesity. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:34 - What is driving increasing risks of cancer? 11:30 - Lifestyle Factors Driving Cancer 14:25 - The role of food in cancer 21:25 - Nutrition choices with a cancer diagnosis 29:00 - Starving cancer with diet 33:01 - Weight, Cancer & Ozempic 43:48 - Foods To stimulate weight loss 46:30 - Connect with Dr Li Connect with us: https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter) www.Instagram.com/freedompact www.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopment Connect with Dr Li, and buy his books: www.Drwilliamli.com DISCLAIMER: The content provided by the Freedom Pact Podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Our content is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. Intro made by the very talented Shakhar. Connect here: https://pk.linkedin.com/in/shahkarkhan

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