The Opposite of Small Talk

A podcast for curious people who know that there is no one right answer for how to live your best life. Finding new ideas about how to improve, and trying them out, is important! Join Danielle McCombs and Kristy Olinger, friends with similar mindsets and different perspectives, as they share the big and small ideas that changed them and test out new things in the ongoing trial and error of life. It's short, fun, and easy to listen to… and it's the opposite of small talk.

The Opposite of Small Talk is a education podcast hosted by Danielle McCombs & Kristy Olinger, with 228 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Danielle McCombs & Kristy Olinger hosts The Opposite of Small Talk, a education show with 228 episodes published.

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  Episode #219

  219. Embracing Rejection with Alice Draper

  Jun 10, 202634 minS0

  <p > Most of us shy away from rejection because we see it as a personal failure or a sign, we're not good enough, but what if rejection holds the key to unlocking your true potential? Today's guest, Alice Draper, a writer turned rejection advocate, reveals how deliberately seeking and experiencing rejection can transform your life in exciting ways including drastically boosting confidence, sharpening skills, and even transforming other areas of life, from dating to entrepreneurship.</p> <p > In this eye-opening conversation, Alice shares her personal rejection challenge: intentionally pursuing 100 rejections in a year and tracking every "no" in a spreadsheet...

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  Episode #218

  218. Asking for Help with Marisa Renee Lee

  May 20, 202637 minS0

  <p >There comes a time in most people's lives where a health or personal crisis requires them to ask for help.  Why if it is a fairly common human experience, does it feel so hard for many of us to do? </p> <p >In this episode Marisa Renee Lee, author of "Waiting for Dawn: Living with Uncertainty," available now, shares with Danielle and Kristy her experience with long COVID and reveals how living well amid profound unpredictability can actually change everything. When her plans to support loved ones shifted to needing support herself, she uncovered a powerful framework for resilience, on...

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  217. Big Time Insights with Laura Vanderkam

  May 6, 202633 minS0

  <p > Most people believe time management is about squeezing more into less. But what if the real secret to a fuller life isn't about managing time better, but about experiencing the moments more fully? Laura Vanderkam, bestselling author and speaker, whose newest book, "Big Time: A Simple Path to Abundance," is available now, joins us again to discuss and challenge conventional wisdom around time management and to introduce listeners to a revolutionary mindset: viewing time as abundant, not scarce.</p> <p > Guest's website: Laura Vanderkam | Writer, Author & Speaker | Time Management</p> <p > Guest's new book: Big Time: A Simple Path...

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  Episode #216

  216. Redefining Aging with Andrea Nakayama

  Apr 22, 202639 minS0

  <p > Have you heard the saying, "age is just a number?"  Well, for many women aging, and aspects around it, can create a sense of dread. However, today's guest, Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist, educator, and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, flips that narrative, revealing how many factors including: society, diet, and even our beliefs shape our experience of getting older and how we can reclaim our vitality and purpose at any age.  This conversation empowers women to embrace and enjoy the art of aging with a shift in perspective.</p> <p > Guest's website: Andrea Nakayama</p> <p >**Get th...

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  Episode #215

  215. Entrepreneur to Corporate with Christine Amerman

  Apr 8, 202638 minS0

  <p >Today's episode isn't just about shifting careers, but about transforming your relationship with work and worth. It highlights the importance of curiosity, intuition, and resilience. If you've ever wondered whether you can rewrite your story at any stage of life, or how to navigate the fears that come with change, you'll find inspiration in our discussion with Christine Amerman, a seasoned professional who moved from entrepreneurship into corporate real estate, leveraging her background in coaching and education to thrive in a new environment.</p> <p >**Get the new Big Talk Questions – Starter Pack**</p> <p > Work with Danielle: If yo...

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