Read The Room
Read The Room is a conversation of a show where Cavanaugh James explores the intricacies, nuances, and dynamics of relationship with others. By chatting with his actual friends and others he respects crossing vocational lines, some you’ll know, his aim is to showcase qualities and characteristics that lead to healthy relationships…
Episodes
32 episodes
Real Relationship Questions with Natalie Martin
Well I asked for questions and you delivered! The whole reason I started this show and wrote Read The Room was to be able to have these conversations. In your real life, in the actual dynamics you find yourselves in, that’s whe...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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43:36
Dr. Andy Yarborough: Out of Overwhelm
I’m joined today by one of the smartest people I have the pleasure of knowing. Dr. Andy Yarborough is a licensed clinical psychologist as well as personal coach to many— me included. And yes, you’re seeing that correctly. Today, I’m having on a...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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56:43
Furhan Ahmad: Let's Be Neighbors Again
Today, we have the distinct honor to hear from someone whose purpose in life has been defined and shaped by serving others. Furhan Ahmad was born and raised in NYC, became an EMT right out of high school to then become a police officer, and fin...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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55:51
Tia Bowen: Good Is Not Best
It's incredibly tempting to settle for "good enough" in life. Let's be real, this might show up in our work performance, our relational practices, or in how we function in life. But I've got a friend on today who I know doesn't settle for less ...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:06:49
Ryan and Nikki Leonti-Edgar: Bring it to the Ring
Romantic relationships are fraught with challenging dynamics to deal with ... 👀 or not. Even deciding you're ready to date is challenging, well it was for me at least. The question is, if you're not dealing with what is, if you can't call a thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:03:41
Priyanka Chopra Jonas: Stewarding People
I often think about where exceptional people skills are developed. Are they innate, encouraged or discouraged by surrounding, maybe a combination? Today, I’m asking this question and many more of someone I believe to be in an expert in th...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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1:15:01
Living Your Life Eyes Up
If you want to know what I'm about as a person, what drives me (and the heart behind this podcast/book), and what I aim to spend the rest of my life talking about, this is the episode. It's not only because my book comes out next week (Apr. ...
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Episode 25
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41:34
Anjula Acharia: Planted in Purpose
WATCH the full episode on Patreon !!I hope you'll join us for a riveting convo with Anjula Acharia, renowned entrepreneur and trailblazer, as she unveils her raw and authentic experiences ...
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Episode 24
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1:01:29
Your Happy Holiday Pep Talk and Ending the Year Grateful
I can't believe we've come to the end of the year! Before we all tuck away for a quick few weeks, I wanted to have my dear friend Natalie Martin (licensed therapist) back on to help me tackle a few things I know may be on people's minds around ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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44:35
What Do You Do When A Friendship Changes?
What do you do when life starts to move you and your close friends in different directions? Marriages, hard life moments, moving away, little offenses built up over time … whatever it is that may be causing a disconnect, what do we do with it a...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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38:04
Kathryn Gallagher: It’s Good To Be Bad At Lying
I’m so excited for you to get to know my pal, Kathryn Gallagher! She is one of the kindest and brightest people I’ve had the privilege to meet and I know you’ll find the same. Outside of being empathetic, genuine, hilarious, and talented beyond...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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1:01:04
Sami Udell: Fearless of Failure and the Joys of Problem-Solving
Several things are incredibly astounding about my friend, Sami Udell, owner of WholeSam, a private chef agency serving major cities across the US. Firstly, she’s just not overwhelmed by a ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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1:02:25
Nick Jonas: Forced Friendship and Real Relational Dynamics
Well, I would be lying if I said today’s guest isn’t the most requested I’ve had since starting this show some months ago. My beautiful friends, Nick Jonas is here today and I’ll be honest, this is a special treat. Nick and I have a lot of frie...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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1:21:29
Mood Servant: A Burgeoning Fitness Mogul Made Apothecary Owner
Today we're talking about the road we take on the way to our destiny. So often it can be overwhelming to know where you're supposed to land, what you're supposed to put your hands to, and how you're going to do it ... And can I tell you somethi...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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59:36
People-Mirrors and Tough Convos That Lead You Through
If you missed last week’s episode, I’d encourage you to go back and listen before you dive into this! Why? Last week we had such an honest and vulnerable convo so we’re obviously going to chat through that. I don’t want you to feel left out! Ou...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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53:34
Natalie Martin: When Therapy, Friendship, Hard Convos, and Growth All Meet
I can't lie to you, I think you're going to genuinely love this episode. Yes, it's because this is a wonderfully hilarious and fun conversation and yes, it's because you're going to absolutely adore Natalie Martin. It's also because this episod...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:11:59
Improv Nightmares, Broadway Dreams, and That One Juilliard Audition
In continuing the theme of hilarious stories from Kevin Covert’s episode, today Courtney and I are adding our own plethora of ridiculousness! Yes, we’re talking about how to make pathways clearer for those coming behind you … YES, we’re digging...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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50:10
Kevin Covert: From Cats to Broadway with a Dance Belt and a Tube of Chapstick
I have the distinct pleasure of having one of the most funny, entertaining, kind, and wholly enjoyable guests on this week. Kevin Covert serves as the Director of Musical Theatre and Co-Chair of Musical Theatre at Shenandoah University (a prest...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:03:12
Being The Safe Place You Might Not Have Had
What kind of space do you hold for others to be wholly flawed, wonderful, and in-process at the same time? I know it’s a big question and it’s one Courtney and I are chewing on in this episode. This is a vulnerable one and truthfu...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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20:28
Nikki Leonti: Survival Songwriting, HOV Lanes of Friendship, and the Other Side of Judgment
This week, I have the privilege of introducing you to one of your new favorite people, that is, if you've not yet encountered the wonderful, Nikki Leonti. Not only is she just one of the best singers, most seasoned artists, and a true industry ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:03:49
Not Being Pulled By A Moment and Being Set On Settledness
Courtney and I having a good time in the studio today and you should hop on in! We’re doing a deep dive on Mike Deleasa’s episode and circling back to a few incredibly wise and helpful things he pointed out and to.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:45
Mike Deleasa: When Humor Diffuses, Listening and Observing, and Contagious Calm
When someone is at ease in their own skin, it invites others to be at ease themselves. This is one of the many relational wins Mike Deleasa serves up in his life. He's a confident guy, but that cconfidence doesn't feel like arrogance, it feels ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:23:11
Confidence In Collaboration, Where Mistakes Can Lead Us, and Knowing When You're Wrong
Oftentimes finishing something well means knowing what you need to let go of in order to do so. Life can be a bit like that too. Raise your hand if you've ever felt like something in your life needed to be perfected before you "moved on" to the...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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48:36
Paris Carney: Bringing What You Want To See, Creative Risk Taking, and Handling Bad Vibes
There are a multitude of reasons to love, respect, and honor my guest today. Paris Carney is a loving and incredibly talented artist and songrwiter. She has fearlessly moved ahead and forward in an industry teeming with competitiveness, and she...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:23:49
Balance In Your Work, Setting Your Pace, and That Old Couple From Titanic
If you can get past how congested I am, I think you'll enjoy this chat. No really, I sound like I'm holding my nose. Courtney and I cover a lot of ground here and I think you'll really like where the conversation goes ... especiall...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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44:01