Let's Pause
Today's world is rushed and our lives feel as though they're in constant motion. Let's Pause is a podcast that commits to slowing down, filtering out the noise, and digging deeper on a particular topic. With the goal of being educational and entertaining, discussions will focus on recognizing the importance of the topic, how to push the pause button, learn more, and re-engage with greater understanding and appreciation. Join Mark and Jeff as they pause and dig deeper (www.letspause.org).
Episodes
73 episodes
Dying with Zero
Are you making money or memories? Investing in your 401K or an experience annuity? On this episode of Let's Pause, Mark and Jeff conduct their own life audits based on the best selling book, Die with Zero by Bill Perkins. Join us as we dive int...
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57:51
Come Fly with Me - the Falcon Man Part II
On this episode of Let's Pause, we are joined by Chip Gentry (and wife Summer), master Falconer from Hawk Manor Falconry. This is Part II of a two part series that explores the ancient practice of hunting with predatory birds. If you miss...
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Episode 72
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45:29
A Fount of Fonts - Are you a Word-Dog?
On this misfit series episode, we answer the age-old question...why does Microsoft provide 300+ fonts to choose from? Tune in as Jeff is our host and Mark is our guest while we explore equity and diversity from the perspective of font choice. A...
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Episode 71
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18:04
Come Fly with Me - the Falcon Man Part I
On this episode of Let's Pause, we are joined by Chip Gentry (and wife Summer), master Falconer from Hawk Manor Falconry. This is Part I of a two part series that explores the ancient practice of hunting with predatory birds. How do you train a...
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Episode 70
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49:13
Got Rizz?
Think you're hip? cool? to legit to quit? When you look in the mirror, do you see a square, a nerd, or feel like bagging your face? Well...on this episode of Let's Pause, we dive into the world of generational slang. Mark is our host while Jeff...
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Episode 69
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29:32
Journalistic Integrity and the Art of Blowing Glass
On this episode of Let's Pause, we are joined by Frank Daniels IV, executive producer at Pilot Radio and The Pilot. Frank is journalistic royalty in North Carolina, descending from several generations of journalists a...
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Episode 68
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1:04:07
Best Job Ever!
Ever wonder who gets to test drive the coolest and funkiest vehicles on the road? Ever had a dream car and wished you could get behind it's wheel? On this episode of Let's Pause, we are joined by Ezra Dyer, award winning author and car...
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Episode 67
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1:08:06
A Pastoral Journey and the Bourbon Trail
How does life experience inform theology? What makes for a good Pastoral journey? How can you tell which Blanton's topper you're gonna get from across a crowded bar? On this episode of Let's Pause we're joined by Mike Dubbs, pastor of Community...
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Feels Like Olympic Spirit
Chariot racing? Pistol dueling? Tug of War? What would you bring back to the Olympics? Would you opt for all nude athletes as the ancient Greeks did? On this misfit series episode we explore the Olympic Spirit and advise the Olympic committee o...
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Episode 65
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24:59
Financial Tips for Parents
Roth vs. Traditional IRAs? Debt cards vs. credit cards? Co-signing for loans or leases? On this misfit series episode, we explore all of these questions and many more. Mark hosts while Jeff is his guest! With all of the financial issue...
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30:18
Hacks for Healthspan and Longevity
Wanna run faster, jump higher, and live better...longer? On this episode of Let's Pause, we're joined by Dr. Todd Reiter, an interventional spine, sports med physician and chiropractor specializing in rehabilitative and performance med...
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Episode 63
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1:16:10
Was Billy Joel a Prophet?
On this Misfit series episode, Jeff is our host and Mark is our guest. Tune in and learn more about the prophetic words of Billy Joel. If you had to pick one event each year for the last 30 years, what would jump to your mind? How about a singl...
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26:59
Transitioning out of the Military
On this episode we are joined by Master Sergeant (Ret.) Drew Stamp. As a Green Beret, Drew navigated some of the most challenging and extreme environments on the planet; however, transitioning from Special Forces to the civilian and corporate w...
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1:03:58
How to Give Bad News
Ever had to give bad news? To tell someone, "I'm sorry, but we have to let you go" or worse, "your test results came back and you have cancer"? How in the world can you tell people such tough news without adding to the pain of the news itself? ...
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Episode 59
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31:51
Foodies Unite!
On this episode of Let's Pause, we host Tori Hypes - owner of Foodie Tours NC. Tori is a consummate cultivator of the local culinary experience! She walks us through her vision as a young business woman and entrepreneur, revitalizing small town...
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53:35
Performance Coaching with Elite Warriors
Have you ever considered getting yourself a coach? What's the difference between coaching and counseling? In this episode we are joined by Dr. Jeremy Noble, an accomplished performance coach and former Army Ranger. Dr. Noble explores the unique...
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1:04:20
Resiliency and Recovery: Part II
In this episode we rejoin the conversation with Lt Col Mike Bain (ret) and his journey into addiction and recovery. In part I we chronicled the rise of his career as a Special Tactics Officer, serving among the ranks of SOF's elite. In part II ...
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Misfit Series: Is Fate Real?
Is fate or destiny real? Are coincidences just happy co-occurrences or is there a grander design at work? Does it really just depend on what you believe? Tune in to this Misfit episode, as Jeff "hosts" and Mark "guests"...and we explore coincid...
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Resiliency and Recovery: Part I
In this episode, our guest is Special Tactics Officer, Lt Colonel Mike Bain (ret). Mike takes us through a tremendous career as a SOF warrior - starting as a junior enlisted sled dog and ending his career as a Lt Col, DO, Commander and respecte...
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38:18
What would you do if you were President?
On this misfit series episode, Jeff is our host and Mark is our guest....posed with one of the ultimate questions - "If you were President of the US, what would you do?" If you were the most powerful person on the globe...no, not Xi Jinping...t...
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21:13
How to Give and Receive Feedback
They say it is better to give than receive....so true when it comes to critical feedback! Are you good and telling folks what they did well and what they did poorly? How they could improve upon their performance? How about when it comes time to...
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Episode 53
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20:58
AI, Skynet and the Singularity: Why we're all Doomed!
Is Alexa or Siri really listening...and if so, what are they doing with all of that data? Has AI already become sentient...and if not, when will it emerge? What does it even mean for a machine to establish self-awareness and what is it going to...
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Episode 52
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45:02
Misfit Podcast: Buzzwords in the Workplace
Establishing "touch-points" or re-envisioning your "engagement strategy"? On this Misfit episode, join Jeff as he hosts Mark and together they explore the reason and value behind buzzwords in the workplace. Why don't we just say what we mean? W...
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Episode 51
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13:30
The Organ Trade Part II: Guiness Book of World Records!
Join us on this episode of Let's Pause as we once again host Dr. Matt Harmody - emergency care physician, organ donor advocate, and ultra-athlete! On today's episode (Part II) we explore the limits of human performance as an organ donor - climb...
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Episode 51
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40:26
Misfit Podcast: Keys to Good Self-Care
What do you do to make sure you're prepared for life's many challenges? How do you get ready and stay "good-to-go" when it comes to your relationships stressors, job challenges, and whatever comes your way? On this episode of the Misfit podcast...
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Episode 48
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