The He's Just Podcasts

The He's Just Podcasts

di Jules Douge

Miglioramento personale

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Jae Tracy- "Boundary Bandits."

Jae Tracy is an artist, business owner, and trauma educator. She spent over a decade working in creative and survivor- centered spaces running a mural company, and working as a certified PADI Divemaster, and creating media that helps kids understand boundaries. She's volunteered with Special Olympics in Hawaii, Oregon, and Virginia, and served in mutual aid and outreach programs including Food Not Bombs, Union Gospel Mission, and Love in Action Hawaii, and Home Aid Hawaii. Today, she leads Boundary Bandits: No Excuse For Abuse, a creative education project teaching kids how to identify harm, build emotional safety, and grow up clear, confident, and protected. The question is will we notice in time? This is Boundary Bandits.

Howard Yaruss- "Understandable Economics"

Howard Yaruss an economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and activist whose passion lies in making complex ideas accessible to empower people with knowledge. Howard brings decades of experience from the world of finance, law, and public policy, which includes his time as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Radian Group. Yaruss, a graduate of Brown University, with studies at the London School of Economics and a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Today we will talk to Howard about his highly praised book, and winner of the Bronze Award at the Axiom Business Book Awards, “Understandable Economics”: Because Understanding Our Economy Is Easier Than You Think and More Important Than You Know, Howard’s book is a powerful guide that breaks down how our economy actually works, why it matters, and how understanding it, can help us navigate the complexities of our economy, towards a path of professional development and success.

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Jules Douge- 100- All Things

This unforgettable 100th Episode Jules Douge takes life's unpredictable journey. The fun times and joys of childhood to the unexpected spins of grief. Emerging with resilience with his signature mix of raw storytelling Jules shares his emotional honesty of what happens when we encounter loss. Facing trauma head-on. Jules opens up about the lessons that shaped his life and experiences. This episode offers both the personal and the practical strategies that significantly can support us through challenges.. More than a milestone, The He’s Just Podcast eclipsed a monumental episode. This chapter might feel like an ending, but more often than not, it's the beginning. 100- Good Things Bad Things All things.

Steven Eichenblatt- "Pretend They Are Dead."

Listen in on this powerful conversation with Steven Eichenblatt. An accomplished attorney, a devoted father of five, and a relentless advocate for children and families. Steven is a graduate of Florida State University and the University of Florida College of Law, Eichenblatt has spent more than three decades standing up for those whose voices too often go unheard; whether serving as a pro bono guardian ad litem or representing the families of first responders lost on 9/11. But today, Steven joins us in a different role: as an author, a father, and a man reckoning with the deep intersections of trauma, resilience, and family. His new memoir, “Pretend They Are Dead” , A Father's Search for the Truth, is a raw and honest journey into the legacy of pain, the weight of silence, and the strength it takes to confront our past, for the sake of our children’s futures.

Father Nathan Castle- "Life After Death."

Father Nathan Castle is a Catholic priest with the Dominican Order, Father Nathan has developed a remarkable ministry: helping souls who died suddenly and traumatically such as victims of fires, car accidents, shootings, drownings, and suicides to find peace in the afterlife. Often appearing to him in dreams, these souls seek his aid in completing what he calls Interrupted Death Experiences. He documents these profound encounters in his acclaimed Afterlife, Interrupted series (Books 1–3), sharing moving stories of grace, healing, and hope. His other work, And Toto, Too: The Wizard of Oz as a Spiritual Adventure, explores classic storytelling through a mystical and faith-based lens. Father Nathan believes his calling is a gift from the Holy Spirit—a sacred task that bridges worlds, bringing comfort to the living and liberation to those that are no longer with us.

Natalia Diaz- "NYC Her Future."

Natalia Diaz is the inaugural Chief of Staff at NYC Her Future, a groundbreaking New York City initiative dedicated to uplifting young women and girls of color. A proud Latina and daughter of immigrants, Diaz brings a culturally grounded and community informed lens to every aspect of her leadership. Her role is central to shaping the agency’s strategy, operations, and internal culture, ensuring that each program and partnership aligns with the mission of racial equity, access, and care. A seasoned public servant, Diaz previously served as the Director of Programs for the Young Men’s Initiative (YMI), where she led educational investments and helped launch innovative initiatives designed to support young men of color. During her nine-year tenure, she rose through the organization’s ranks, driving impact through collaboration and evidence-based programming. Today we walk with Natalia on her plight to make everyone and everything feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Claudia Rowe- "Wards Of The State."

Claudia Rowe has spent more than 30 years shining a light on the often overlooked places where children and government systems collide. Originally from New York City and now rooted in Seattle, she’s made a career out of listening deeply and writing with compassion and clarity. Her investigative reporting on racially biased school discipline at The Seattle Times didn’t just spark conversation, it helped change education laws in Washington State. Her powerful work exploring the lives of Latino youth involved in gangs earned her a Pulitzer Prize nomination. Beyond the newsroom, Claudia’s voice has reached national audiences through The New York Times, Mother Jones, and Amazon Original Stories. Her 2018 memoir, “The Spider And The Fly”, a haunting true crime narrative, won the Washington State Book Award and showcased her unique ability to blend storytelling with psychological insight. Today, as a member of the editorial board at The Seattle Times, Claudia focuses her lens on some of the most vulnerable members of society: foster youth, kids in the justice system, and students navigating a complex public education system. Her latest book, Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care, continues her commitment to giving voice to those often left unheard.

Susan Polgar : "Rebel Queen" - The Grandmaster

Susan Polgar’s story is one of grit, genius, and breaking barriers. Born into a modest Jewish family in Cold War-era Budapest, she was already winning chess championships by age four—perched on telephone books just to reach the board. At 15, she became the top-ranked female chess player in the world. . Susan was the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title through tournament play, a feat once thought impossible for women. Over her legendary career, she won 4 World Championships, 12 Olympiad medals (including 5 gold), and all 6 of the most prestigious world chess titles. In 2024, she was named by FIDE as the greatest female chess trainer in history, honoring her impact on generations of players. Today, we discuss her incredible memoir “Rebel Queen”, which pulls back the curtain on Cold War politics, sexism in elite chess, and the making of a legend. This is Rebel Queen: The Grandmaster.

Alia Dastagir- To Those Who Have Confused You To Be A Person

Alia Dastagir a former USA Today reporter whose powerful work on gender and mental health has earned some of journalism’s top honors, including the Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism. Her reporting was recognized with a National Headliner Award and the American Association of Suicidology’s first Public Service Journalism Award, Alia has been featured on CNN, NPR, and C-SPAN.” “Today we’re talking with Alia about her new book, To Those Who Have Confused You To Be a Person: Words as Violence and Stories of Women’s Resistance Online. It’s a profound exploration of how language can be used as a weapon — and how women are standing up, speaking out, and building resistance in digital spaces. Alia brings incredible heart and insight to a conversation that has been dormant for far too long. More Than Just!

Dr. Emilio Justo- "The Power of Pause."

As a young boy, Dr. Emilio M. Justo fled Fidel Castro’s oppressive regime with his family, carrying nothing but hope and the determination to build a better life. That journey shaped the values that define him today—resilience, discipline, and a deep belief in the power of delayed gratification. By the age of 23, Dr. Justo earned his medical degree, from the University of Michigan, completed his ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery training by 27, and soon after opened the doors to his own practice. Now a two-time TEDx speaker with a global following, Dr. Justo’s talks… “Delayed Gratification: Your Superpower to Success” and “The Obsession Advantage to Unprecedented Success, have touched the lives of millions. With over 10 million views combined and his latest talk ranked the #1 TEDx video of 2024, Today we discuss his bestselling book, The Power of Pause: Mastering Delayed Gratification Towards Success. Through his story and his work, Dr. Justo reminds us that no matter where we start; with perseverance, passion, and a willingness to wait for what truly matters, success, and living a life with meaning can be possible.

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