Learn From People Who Lived it
Navigating painful life circumstances would be easier if they came with a how-to guide. This podcast writes the book! Our show is all about transformation. Mathew Blades, a seasoned radio and television personality, uses his exceptional interview skills to guide individuals in sharing their challenging stories. With the support of our in-house psychologist and psychiatrist, we explore the patterns and strategies that enabled these individuals to transform their lives from a difficult phase to a thriving one.
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Episodes
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
LFPWLI: Chelsey McHale, Part 1 - The Long-Term Effects of Abuse
TW: Addiction and abuse
In this first episode, Mathew, Dr. Frank, and Chelsey discuss the abuse and trauma she experienced as a child, her complicated relationships with her parents and brother, and how those experiences impact her as an adult
“I’m doing well because of the support system I have.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
How the language abusers use impacts the way we talk to ourselves
The different reactions people have to different types of abuse
The power of validation and connections to inspire hope
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Resources:
Dr. Frank Bevacqua
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
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Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
* This podcast is not meant to serve as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, and is not a substitute for therapy.
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
LFPWLI: Colleen Kelley, Purposeful Daydreaming and Shifts in Education
In this episode, Mathew and Colleen discuss how Google has impacted education, what purposeful daydreaming is, what it is not, and how it reduces creativity anxiety. Colleen tells us how she uses purposeful daydreaming in her own work, including in creating her comic books series that teaches chemistry to kids, and what Cloud Club is doing to create practical tools for educators.
Colleen Kelley is an author, inventor, speaker, and Chemistry Instructor at The University of Arizona with over 30 years of teaching experience. She is a believer in the equity of education and is promoting a free way to unlock the knowledge and creativity we all have in us called purposeful daydreaming.
“You are smarter than google. The answers are behind your eyelids… Google is not innovative, it’s informative.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
Real-world applications for parents at home
How adults can use purposeful daydreaming in their everyday lives
Hows purposeful daydreaming is different than visualization
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Connect with the guest:
Colleen Kelley on Twitter
Colleen Kelley on LinkedIn
Resources:
Kids Chemical Solutions
Cloud Club
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
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Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
LFPWLI: Sam Bradford, Part 2, A Story of Self-Determination and Forgiveness
In this second episode, Mathew, Dr. Frank, and Sam discuss the growing pains of healing and commitments needed for real change including altering environments, swapping out unhealthy coping mechanisms, and overcoming the shame associated with progressing and backsliding. Sam stresses the importance of being a lifelong learner, unpacking the “why” behind your behavior, and evaluating misplaced anger toward people you love.
We end the episode with the story of Sam making the decision to pursue forgiveness, and why forgiveness requires time and distance to allow you to establish your own boundaries.
“It used to run in my family until it ran into me.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
How do you convince people you're ready to change for real this time?
The difference between good, ignorant, and evil people
How and why Sam decided to reconcile with his stepfather
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Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)
Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)
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Resources:
Hip-Hop Evolution
Safe People by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud
Wish I Was Here with Zach Braff
Brené Brown and Jim Collins Interview
Connect with the Guest:
Dr. Frank Bevacqua
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
LFPWLI: Sam Bradford, Part 1, The Long-Term Impacts of an Unstable Childhood
TW: Abuse and harsh discipline
In this first episode, Mathew, Dr. Frank, and Sam discuss where Sam is now and how he is living a life he never thought was possible. Sam is passionate about helping people who are in the same place he was, like their past destroyed the future they hoped for, and being a living example of hope.
Sam Bradford is a 37-year-old new father who is here to share his life story of trauma in childhood and growth later in life. He opens up about being raised by a single mom, his struggles with her boyfriends and new husband, and how growing up with a distorted view of love impacted him into adulthood.
“The greatest obstacle to learning is knowing.”
In this episode, you'll hear:
Frank's take on the psychology of physical punishment for children
How your past doesn't have to equal your future
Money, the lack thereof, and the psychology around it
Follow the podcast:
Listen on Apple Podcasts (link: https://apple.co/3s1YH7h)
Listen on iHeart (link: https://ihr.fm/3MEY7FM)
Listen on Spotify (Link: https://spoti.fi/3yMmQCE)
Resources:
Sam Bradford Ted Talk
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People By Stephen R. Covey
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Connect with the Guest:
Dr. Frank Bevacqua
Connect with Mathew Blades:
Twitter - twitter.com/MathewBlades
Instagram - instagram.com/MathewBladesmedia/
Facebook - facebook.com/mathewbladesmedia/
Website - learnfrompeoplewholivedit.com/
* This podcast is not meant to serve as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, and is not a substitute for therapy.