The Inside Answer Podcast: Recent Episodes

Paul Yeager

Host Paul Yeager (scientist, author, IT staff) will combine logic, common sense, and even a little spirituality (different from religion) to help listeners find the answers that are already inside all of us.

While the podcast can serve as a self-help resource, it's a reminder for all of us that life's answers are an inside job.

Depend on yourself!

Podcasts will generally be 10 to 15 minutes (unless there are guests) and be posted about every week. Feedback is welcome via email (PYeager123@comcast.net).

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Join host Paul Yeager for his final podcast, where he gives his final tips for creating the life you want, which matches closely with his early podcasts.

Thanks for listening for the last three years.

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Host Paul Yeager answers the important question of which is more important--what you do or how you do it.

You might be surprised about which side the the normally action-oriented podcast comes down on?

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What you want might be out there...if you look for it.

Join host Paul Yeager for this important discussion, illustrated by a discussion about hotdog buns and yogurt.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he shares an inspirational story about how to get what you want, including the steps to make it happen.

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If you want to be unhappy, then think about what you want to do...plan what you want to do...dream about what you want to do...but take no action.

Join host Paul Yeager for this reverse psychology edition of The Inside Answer.

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There are many ways for you to help yourself, and host Paul Yeager deals with a very practical one in this podcast: the value of simple, direct language. You can't go wrong with it.

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If you want to do more (or at least do more better), then you need to slow down. Join host Paul Yeager to learn more about this important topic in our focus-challenged world.

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Now that you know the importance of focusing (podcast 118), host Paul Yeager shares some practical tips for how to focus.

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One simple way to greatly improve your life is through improving your focus. Join host Paul Yeager for this important discussion.

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The general theme of the podcast is "the answers are inside of you," but the theme of this specific podcast is about how those answers are not as deeply buried inside of you as you might think.

It's a powerful way in which you can help yourself.

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Join host Paul Yeager for a discussion that will lead to more calmness and happiness in your life--not being defensive.

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Join host Paul Yeager for a ho-ho-ho time as he shares a Christmas version of Laughter Is the Best Medicine.

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Just two podcasts ago, host Paul Yeager warned of the dangers of comparing yourself to others, but in this episode he talks about comparing yourself to others. Either Paul has lost his mind, or he gives you permission to compare yourself in useful ways.

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Host Paul Yeager talks a little more about the importance of lifelong learning, and he also shares some of the things that he's learned recently.

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We've probably all heard it before--that we shouldn't compare ourselves to others--but host Paul Yeager puts his spin on the topic, including why it just isn't possible. That alone should be reason enough to not do it, but it also damages your psyche.

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Racism and political violence isn't a typical topic for the Inside Answer, but it is driven by human nature, so join host Paul Yeager for this important discussion.

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Host Paul Yeager (and executive producer Sherry Coven) thinks that we spend too much time looking to be entertained and too little time learning.

Join Paul's discussion on the importance of learning and how to track your learning for best results.

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Join host Paul Yeager for one of his patented, off-topic humor podcasts. You'll be glad you did (maybe).

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Paul Yeager tackles a very important topic, one that is the key to happiness, or at least is a key to having the possibility of happiness: acceptance of things in the past that you wish were different. And you must accept those things, whether they are insignificant or life-shattering.

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Positive thinking has been lauded for generations, but there are some pitfalls to watch out for. Join host Paul Yeager as he discusses why you cannot simply positive-think yourself to a better life.

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Once again, host Paul Yeager shares short snippets of wisdom that will likely be developed into full podcasts at a later date.

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Join host Paul Yeager for the second part of his theories about why you might not be getting answers even if you're asking questions, and he makes suggestions for how to improve the results.

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Host Paul Yeager always says the answers are inside of you, but what if you're asking questions and not getting answers?

Paul helps to find those seemingly hidden answers in part 1 of two-part podcast.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks about an important topic for your physical and mental health: how to completely relax and de-stress. It's a more active process than you might imagine, but don't be frightened. It simply requires you to be fully engaged in what you enjoy.

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Join host Paul Yeager for a psychological version of a weather term: Turn Around; Don't Drown.

If you're heading toward something psychologically negative for you, stop and head the other direction. It only makes sense.

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Join host Paul Yeager for a seemingly minor adjustment that might have a big impact on your life: slowing down what you say to the same speed you think.

We're usually too rushed to give complete answers, just blurting out the first though that comes into your head. You can--and should--do better!

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Join host Paul Yeager for a discussion about perspective--what it is, how you can control it, and how it can provide you with a better outlook on life.

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We all have intrusive thoughts at some point, some are trivial and can be dealt with and some are about important things that we cannot change. Either way, we need to deal with them, and host Paul Yeager will try to help.

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We don't all want or need the same things out of life (despite what society might try to make us think), so join host Paul Yeager in a discussion about how life isn't wasted as long as you're doing what you want.

Please note that restrictions to apply!

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Host Paul Yeager often talks about the need to focus on the positive, but in this podcast, he points out the difference between focusing on the positive and a false positivity.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks about something that should be important to all of us: how and why focusing on the positive is the key to happiness.

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We often hear "respect your elders," but part of the respect should be treating them as the valuable people that they are. Join host Paul Yeager in a discussion about what we can gain from talking to our elders instead of pushing them aside in a youth-obsessed culture.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he discusses two related topics: Having faith in the cosmos (even if you don't have faith in people) and how your energy can help you reach your goals (even if you don't believe in the metaphysical concept of creating your own reality).

Paul also might talk about dog training and his neighbor's crazy dog.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks to Emmy award-winning (Lidia's Kitchen) television personality, best-selling cookbook author, and restaurateur Lidia Bastianich on a discussion about having a good relationship with the past. One of the charms of Lidia's Italian cooking show is that whether she's talking about an ingredient, a recipe, a family tradition, or simply a person, Lidia has the ability to bring the past into the present with a sense of joy.

We all need that, and Lidia can help us get there. Oh, we'll also talk a little about food--I mean, of course, we will. It's Lidia!

About Lidia

  • Lidia's Kitchen (her award-winning television show)
  • Lidia's books and products
  • Lidia's restaurant

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The Pittsburgh Pirates Post Gazette beat writer (say that three times fast) Jason Mackey joins host Paul Yeager. Learn about the approach that has made Jason a success--his determination, tenacity, upbeat personality, and positive attitude. It's a conversation--and life approach--that we can all learn from.

About Jason Mackey

Jason is a Pittsburgh native who has covered the Pirates, Penguins, and Steelers for various outlets and has been with the Pittsburgh Post Gazette since 2016.

  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/JMackeyPG
  • Post Gazette Sports Twitter: https://twitter.com/PGSportsNow
  • Post Gazette Sports Website: post-gazette.com/sports

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Join host Paul Yeager and Diane Weller as they wrap up their conversation on the importance of knowing your inner strengths, including how you can include your strengths in job-related material, such as resumes and cover letters.

Tune in to part 1 for the first part of the conversation.

About Diane Weller

As Chief Encouragement Officer at Diane Weller Coaching, Diane is a certified career & life coach, speaker, and writer. Her signature talk, Solving Your Career Confusion, inspires audiences nationally.

Diane volunteers her time as an advisory council member to Central Penn College Career Services, and as an organizer and speaker coach for One Million Cups - Susquehanna Valley.

Follow Diane's social media for her thought-provoking personal & professional development Thursday Morning Thoughts.

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Coach Diane Weller joins host Paul Yeager for an important discussion about how to know and use your natural strengths, focusing on Clifton Strengths.

About Diane Weller

As Chief Encouragement Officer at Diane Weller Coaching, Diane is a certified career & life coach, speaker, and writer. Her signature talk, Solving Your Career Confusion, inspires audiences nationally.

Diane volunteers her time as an advisory council member to Central Penn College Career Services, and as an organizer and speaker coach for One Million Cups - Susquehanna Valley.

Follow Diane's social media for her thought-provoking personal & professional development Thursday Morning Thoughts.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he tries to select new theme music for the podcast. Vote for your choice.

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Join host Paul Yeager for a continuation of his discussion related to fear. In this podcast, he talks about how to determine when you're in state of fear, how to determine precisely what you're afraid of, and, perhaps most important, what you can do to manage fear.

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It's simple, honest, and important: Either we are living in a state of fear or a state of love, and if you're in a state of fear, what are you afraid of?

Join host Paul Yeager for part 1 of this important discussion.

Related

  • Podcast 20: We Are All One
  • Life After Death--Scientific Evidence

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Sometimes, the simple reminders are the most important, so join host Paul Yeager as he reminds all of us to not be lazy. Either re-dedicate to those fading New Years' resolutions or commit to something else new that you want to do. The power is in your hands.

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We all say, and we all hear it: Time moves more quickly as you age. Well, host Paul Yeager is here to tell you why that happens and how you can slow time down, which will give you the opportunity to enjoy life more.

You don't want to miss this one.

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In this final podcast on managing stress, host Paul Yeager talks about how to apply those easy-to-follow stress-managing techniques discussed in part 1 and part 2 of the podcast series to important parts of your life.

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Join host Paul Yeager in the second part of the three-part discussion on how to handle stress, where Paul talks about the four steps to managing stress. And he reminds you that you are in control of your stress, and that's a good thing.

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Host  Paul Yeager discusses the dangers of stress and the importance of understanding that you bring stress on yourself. And that's importance since, if you cause it, you can stop it.

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Host Paul Yeager welcomes Michelle Woods, Midlife Design Coach and owner of Woods Life Coaching to talk about a number of important topics. While Michelle tends to focus on women in mid-life, her advice is applicable to all of us. Paul and Michelle discuss the differences between coaching and therapy, how to make changes, and the importance of being honest with yourself.

About Michelle Woods

  • Certified Life Coach
  • Woods Life Coaching website
  • Blog

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Join host Paul Yeager for an interesting discussion with Creatrix Haden Starbuck about creativity. We'll talk about what it means, what it doesn't mean, and how you're always creating.

About Haden Starbuck

Haden is a Creatrix (having earned a living as a creator for 25 years) and a Visionary and Creative coach.

  • Website: Creatrix Compass
  • Podcast: The Curious Creatrix

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks about a quality that will help you in all aspects of life: Authenticity.

Paul defines authenticity, gives advantages to being authentic, and provides tips on how to be authentic in your daily life.

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Society has one message at this time of year: Christmas is all that matters, and there is something wrong with you if you spend it alone.

Join host Paul Yeager as he debunks that myth and gives some tips if you're spending the holidays alone, whether because you don't celebrate it, don't have family, or can't travel.

Paul mentions some helpful tips from coach Michelle Woods, who we hope to have on the podcast soon.

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Irony is not dead.

In one part of the podcast, host Paul Yeager talks about the importance of staying in the present during the holiday season, and in the rest of the podcast, Paul focuses on Christmas songs. Well, he focuses on the worst Christmas songs in history.

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If you know how to research and analyze data, then you're ahead of the game (that's sort of an editorial comment in a country where thinking is sometimes considered elite), so join Paul Yeager on how to do your own analysis.

Also, listen to Do Your Own Research for the first part of the discussion.

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Join host Paul Yeager for an important discussion about something that will serve you well in all aspects of your life--the ability to do your own research. A hint about the podcast: It has nothing to do with using the Internet to look for false information to justify a belief you already have.

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Join host Paul Yeager for the second installment of Laughter is the Best Medicine; he hopes to provide you with a dose of that medicine.

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We all say that we're certain kinds of people--meaning we believe something about ourselves and the world around us--but how many of us have taken a deep enough look into ourselves to see what we really believe, and perhaps more important, what that might mean to our lives.

Host Paul Yeager leads us through that discussion.

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Host Paul Yeager continues his discussion with Mark and Annette Anderson about how to deal with loss, touching on how to deal with loss when you're not religious and how to develop hope.

About Mark and Annette Anderson

Mark and Annette's son died at just 21 years old, and they've dedicated their lives to helping others deal with loss.

  • Website: Cairn the Load
  • Podcast: Trail Angels

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Dealing with loss is universal and, at the same time, extremely individual, and none of us goes through life without suffering the intense loss of someone close to them. Join host Paul Yeager and and guests Annette and Mark Anderson in an important discussion about how to deal with loss.

About Mark and Annette Anderson

Mark and Annette's son died at just 21 years old, and they've dedicated their lives to helping others deal with loss.

  • Website: Cairn the Load
  • Podcast: Trail Angels
  • Instagram: @cairntheload

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Join host Paul Yeager and life coach Marie Elizalde to discuss some of the ways that Marie focuses on women, along with a discussion about communication in part two of their discussion.

About Marie

  • General coaching website: Marie Elizalde
  • Law of Attraction Workshop
  • She Lived Happily Whatever After (website focusing on coaching/training for women)

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Life coach Marie Elizalde joins host Paul Yeager for a general discussion about life coaching, the law of attraction, and how to make changes (among other things). It's a great conversation, so good that part 2 will follow next week.

About Marie

  • General coaching website: Marie Elizalde
  • Law of Attraction Workshop
  • She Lived Happily Whatever After (website focusing on coaching/training for women)

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We all worry, so join host Paul Yeager in this relatively short but imminently practical guide on how to deal with worry.

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Host Paul Yeager departs from his normal routine of focusing on one topic to give some bite-size pieces of advice on a variety of topics.

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Join host Paul Yeager in a short but interesting discussion on spirituality--what it is and what it's not. It might not be what you think it is!

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Join host Paul Yeager in a different kind of podcast, where instead of talking about how humor is the best medicine, he shares some funny stories, mostly about the marketing of Charmin and Coca Cola.

Laughter is a key to good health, so get healthier!

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Connecting with nature is available to all of us; it's not something just available to people in the country. In fact, we all need to connect with nature--we're part of it--so join host Paul Yeager with a conversation about how to de-stress and reconnect through nature.

It's his favorite podcast to date!

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Host Paul Yeager talks about his favorite topic--how you can help yourself--with therapist and life coach Serge Prengel. It's a good and wide-ranging discussion, including the concept of active pauses.

About Serge Prengel

Serge Prengel is a therapist & life coach (see Proactive Change. He also hosts a podcast featuring practical approaches to mindfulness (See Active Pause.

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Paul Yeager is joined by talented artist Temi Danso from across the pond (as they say) for a conversation about creativity, goals, communication, and so on.

Temi is a delight to talk to, so join us for part 2 on this discussion.

About Temi

Temi Danso is an artist and engineer with a popular art YouTube channel: Temi Danso Art.

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Paul Yeager is joined by talented artist Temi Danso from across the pond (as they say) for a conversation about creativity, goals, communication, and so on.

Temi is a delight to talk to, so join us for part 1 on this discussion.

About Temi

Temi Danso is an artist and engineer with a popular art YouTube channel: Temi Danso Art.

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Join host Paul Yeager in a discussion about one of the most important traits to good communication: directness. Paul discusses what direct communication is and why we're so afraid of it.

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Host Paul Yeager talks about the "self determination theory" with writer Sam Blum. The theory is designed to help people help others, but can an individual help himself?

About Sam Blum

Sam is an author for Lifehacker (who writes about work, relationships, productivity, and other things) who has had his work published in Vox, Rolling Stone, GQ, and other places)

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Join host Paul Yeager and guest Mari Reisberg (of Sustaining Creativity) for a light and informative discussion about creativity--what is it, why do we need to creative, and how to become more creative.

About Mari Reisberg

Mari is a performance artist, therapist, and business owner

  • Sustaining Creativity
  • Podcast

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Host  Paul Yeager and Anxiety Coach/Podcaster Gina Ryan continue their important discussion on anxiety.

About Gina Ryan

  • Nutritionist
  • Anxiety Coach
  • Podcast Host

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Join host Paul Yeager and Anxiety Coach and podcaster Gina Ryan for part 1 of a two-part discussion related to anxiety.

It's an important discussion, and there will be some benefit even to those who do have have true anxiety (and we talk about the difference between anxiety and more normal stress).

About Gina Ryan

  • Nutritionist
  • Anxiety Coach
  • Podcast Host

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks about how to do religion right, which means, among other things, racism, loving everyone and not being hypocritical.

It's a strong opinion--you'll enjoy it (probably)!

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Host Paul Yeager and author/certified trainer Zack Rutlege conclude their discussion on depression, which includes practical tips and even some light-hearted discussion. There's something for everyone--even those not currently suffering from depression.

About Zack Rutledge

  • Author of The Official Depression Playbook: Real-Life Strategies from a Guy Who Lived It.
  • ACE Certified Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist
  • Certified Brain Health Trainer through the Functional Aging Institute

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Join host Paul Yeager and guest Zack Rutledge for a discussion on depression. Although the topic is serious, the discussion is not heavy--and it's full of advice that could help those with depression with tips that will apply to all of us.

About Zack Rutledge

  • Author of The Official Depression Playbook: Real-Life Strategies from a Guy Who Lived It.
  • ACE Certified Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist
  • Certified Brain Health Trainer through the Functional Aging Institute

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Host Paul Yeager interview's Benjamin Hill, who covers minor league baseball for MILB.com. Hill very successfully created a niche for himself--and a successful career--covering minor league baseball, and his story is very interesting and his approach is something we can all learn from.

I hope you enjoy it; it was a great interview.

More about Benjamin Hill

  • Look be Ben's writing at milb.com
  • Ben's Biz on twitter

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Host Paul Yeager follows-up on the last podcast (Cover-Ups Are Worse than the Crime) in this podcast, focusing on what to do once you realize that you're covering something up. How do you recognize a basic insecurity and how can you help yourself (hey, that's the idea!) to correct it?

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Join host Paul Yeager for an important discussion about cover-ups. No, not criminal cover-ups--when you're covering up for something that you might not like about yourself.

Paul describes what a cover-up is and how to determine when you might be participating in one. In a future podcast, he'll talk about how to uncover cover-ups as a way to live a more honest, productive life.

But you have to know that they are first, so tune in.

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Host Paul Yeager gives a reminder about how important to bring joy to the life you have today. It's a guarantee of a happy life!

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Host Paul Yeager doesn't believe that anyone is truly lazy, but he gives some ideas on how to be more productive in this episode, which is based on a productivity blog written by Scott H. Young.

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We too often feel like we're stuck with being who we are or who we've become--the intrinsic us, I mean--but it's not true. We can pick and choose who we want to be, and host Paul Yeager talks about how we can do that in this important episode.

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Host Paul Yeager analyzes a popular adage, Hindsight is 20/20, to see if it really is (it is) and whether it's all the helpful (not really) to help you focus on how to make better decisions today. After all, isn't that point?

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Host Paul Yeager talks about the importance of focusing on who you want to be, not what you do. It's extremely important, so join Paul for this discussion.

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Host Paul Yeager and guest Dustin Dopirak touch on a number of topics related to creating the life you want to lead and talk about it from a very practical standpoint, not a cosmic one.

And they might've mixed in a couple of stories from the old neighborhood.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks to sports reporter (and former neighbor) Dustin Dopirak. The two will discuss some of the parallels between sports reporting and meteorology, along with some sports stories, sports/news stories, and maybe even a robbery in broad daylight in the old neighborhood.

The Inside Answer key, though, is that we could all learn from Dustin's attitude toward life and his given profession...about not giving up, always doing you best, and seizing any opportunity that might be presented to you.

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We're here to be more human, and host Paul Yeager unlocks one of the keys to that process with a discussion of empathy, suffering, and humanity.

Yes, it's a heavy topic, but it's done with a light tone in a way that's easy to apply to daily life.

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Take action even if you don't know what you want to do, advises host Paul Yeager.

And it makes sense since thought alone will never solve your problems, and thinking too much can be counter-productive.

Check out podcast 41 for part 1 on this action-packed, star-studded "mini-series."

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Host Paul Yeager talks about how action is always part of the solution without abandoning his belief that your thoughts create your own reality. He also talks about Joan Collins and landline phones, so who wouldn't enjoy that?

Related podcasts (goals-related):

  • Podcast 3
  • Podcast 33

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Join host Paul Yeager for an opposites edition of the podcast, where he focuses on what we hate!

He does it for a good reason, though, since what you hate will lead you to what you love, probably very effectively.

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Host Paul Yeager briefly discusses a topic of confusion in the world of creating your own reality: The difference between a process of taking control of your life and thinking that things will magically happen.

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Reminders about things we already should know are sometimes important, so join host Paul Yeager as he reminds us that we have control of our outlooks on life.

Not only can you live a better life--a life more in alignment with your personal goals--if you choose your own life, but you are also likely to live a longer life.

Paul references research in the podcast, which is detailed in this news story.

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We all suffer losses in this life, and some of those losses can be devastating.

Host Paul Yeager doesn't claim to have all of the answers for those who suffer; however, he offers a perspective that might help.

What if it's not that our loved ones leave us when the pass away, but, rather, they simply return home before we're ready to?

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It took 35 episodes (and it might never happen again), but in this podcast, host Paul Yeager quotes scripture, specifically The Golden Rule.

Paul makes a strong case for this being the most important spiritual message of all.

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Host Paul Yeager talks about an important topic since we all make mistakes--how to deal with regret.

It begins with honesty, of course, but it also helps to mix in some fairness about yourself.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he talks about how to reach goals in a specific, manageable way. He also talks about why we should focus less on New Year's Resolutions and more on changing our lives for the better.

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Join host Paul Yeager as he takes a look back at some of the podcasts for the last year, ranging from very practical to more metaphysical and foundational.

Oh, and happy new year, everyone.

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Host Paul Yeager, in keeping with the season, scours a couple of classic Christmas animations to find lessons that apply to all us.

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Host Paul Yeager delves into an important topic, especially so during the so-called "holiday season," dealing with depression and anxiety.

Living in the present moment will help, and Paul explains the hows and whys. It's an important topic and a continuation of a previous discussion about living in the present (Podcast 26).

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Host Paul Yeager continues his mindfulness discussion with Charles Francis of the Mindfulness Meditation Institute.

The discussion is enlightened (a little meditation humor), discussing everything from connecting with a higher power to meditation misconceptions to how to get started.

More about Charles Francis

Charles is the author of Mindfulness Made Simple: Your Guide to Finding True Inner Peace, and creator of the online course called Mindfulness for Busy People. Anyone can join his weekly meditation at the Mindfulness Meditation Institute.

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Charles Francis joins host Paul Yeager to discuss mindfulness meditation in the first part of the two-part podcast.

Charles Francis certainly knows a thing or two about the topic, having 25 years of meditation experience and being the founder and director of the Mindfulness Meditation Institute.

The discussion focuses on what mindfulness meditation is, the benefits, and how to get started. Please join us for part two of the discussion next week.

More about Charles Francis

Charles is the author of Mindfulness Made Simple: Your Guide to Finding True Inner Peace, and creator of the online course called Mindfulness for Busy People. Anyone can join his weekly meditation at the Mindfulness Meditation Institute.

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Host Paul Yeager talks more about confidence, pulling in Coach Diane Weller (of Diane Weller Coaching).

Confidence is one of the keys to taking control of your own life, providing you with enough boldness to take chances, enough desire to persevere through the first sign of trouble, etc.

We'll probably need to talk about it again in the future!

About Diane

Diane is a certified coach, as well as a speaker and a writer, who focuses on career challenges.

Diane knows a little about the topic, having transformed her career from a 33-year IT professional to a successful coach. Diane has given her career-focused presentation, Solving your Career Confusion, many times and is on a couple of advisory boards and volunteers time with One Million Cups in order to help young entrepreneurs.

Diane's focus is always on you.

Again, check her website for more information.

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Host Paul Yeager gives a basic reminder about an extremely important part of being happy and well adjusted: living in the present moment.

Not only is the power in the present, but the more present moments that are ok means that more of your life will be ok.

This will lead into a discussion about how staying in the present can help with anxiety and depression, but that's for another day.

Today, enjoy the important reminder to stay in the present.

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Host Paul Yeager is joined by coach and friend Diane Weller of Diane Weller Coaching to talk about a topic of nearly universal appeal: careers.

Diane is a certified coach, as well as a speaker and a writer, who focuses on helping individuals match who they are with what they do, and that's the focus of the conversation with Paul.

Diane knows a little about the topic, having transformed her career from a 33-year IT professional to a successful coach. Diane has given her career-focused presentation, Solving your Career Confusion, many times and is on a couple of advisory boards and volunteers time with One Million Cups in order to help young entrepreneurs.

Diane's focus is always on you.

Again, check her website for more information.

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Paul Yeager talks about the important topic of creativity, and he doesn't mean sitting at an easel or pottery wheel. Everything we do is an act of creativity, and we need to use that power purposefully to create the lives we want.

This is a continuation of two previous podcasts:

  • Podcast 20: We Are All One
  • Podcast 21: We Are All Alone

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Host Paul Yeager already talked about how you must have hope in order (podcast 4) to do anything, so this is a continuation of the topic: Hope Is a Renewable Resource.

Hope is still there, and it's important that you remember that.

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As Paul Yeager discusses in this (relatively) short podcast, You Cannot Lie to the Cosmos. We all know people who try (why does a certain current President come to mind?), but even if we fool ourselves, we can't fool the cosmos.

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Isn't the latest podcast, "We Are All Alone" impossible if the last podcast, "We Are All One" is true?

Host Paul Yeager says, "No!"

It's a contradiction, but life is full of contradictions--and this is one of the most important and most wonderful.

Tune in to find out how.

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Paul Yeager tackles an important philosophical topic that has tremendous practical implications in today's world: the concept that we are all one.

Paul discusses the Spinoza philosophy credited to 17th century philosopher by the same name, but it's not a philosophy lesson: it's informative and direct with examples out of 21st century America.

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Host Paul Yeager talks about the single biggest factor in having what you do matter to the rest of the world, and it starts and ends with--surprise--you!!

Make sure that you think what you do is important or no one else will.

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Host Paul Yeager discusses the importance of one of his favorite topics, claiming victory in all situations and taking something good with you to the next thing you do.

It's vital to your success.

The victory needs to be genuine, of course, but a legitimate victory is available whether the the event went perfectly, partly well, or was a complete disaster.

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The "other side" is a dynamic, interesting, and wonderful place, which is what you'll discover when you listen to the second part of host Paul Yeager's discussion with spirit medium Desiree Dennis.

Dennis shares her insight about life after death based on readings that she's given.

It's a great episode of The Inside Answer, one that informs, enlightens, and provides hope. Oh, we also learn that Paul can't count.

About Desiree

For more information on Desiree, visit her website or stop by her YouTube Channel.

In our discussion, Desiree Journey of the Souls book by Michael Newton.

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Paul Yeager, inspired by his recent discussion with Spirit Medium Desiree Dennis, talks about life lessons associated with his belief in the afterlife.

As Paul points out, if you believe that our soul continues on after our bodies die, then your life should never be the same again.

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Spirit medium Desiree Dennis joins host Paul Yeager for this enlightening discussion about what it's like to be a spirit medium, the difference between loved ones on the other side and spirit guides, and additional other-worldly insight.

This is the first of two podcasts featuring Desiree.

About Desiree

For more information on Desiree, visit her website or stop by her YouTube Channel.

In our discussion, Desiree Journey of the Souls book by Michael Newton.

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Paul Yeager chats with Jack Zenger about how someone can develop confidence, focusing on something you might not consider: getting feedback from others.

Jack is an internationally respected leader in the realm of developing leadership within organizations. He's also a best-selling author and coveted speaker.

More about Jack Zenger can be found in his bio.

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Ginger Cook joins host Paul Yeager for the second part of their discussion related to doing what you love--among other important topics.

Ginger's insight and enthusiasm is worth tuning in for. The first podcast, Podcast 12: Ginger Cook on Doing What You Love is, of course, still available if you haven't heard it.

Don't forget: Check out Ginger's Youtube channel and online painting academy.

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In this special episode, award-winning acrylic artist Ginger Cook joins host Paul Yeager to talk about the importance of doing what you love, how you can create good things in your life, and how the answers are inside of you.

This is part one of Paul's interview with Ginger.

Learn more about Ginger:

  • YouTube channel
  • Website and online academy

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Host Paul Yeager talks about what he considers to be one of the most important attributes of being human: free will.

Free will should never be ceded to anyone or anything else, and we must understand our innate powers in order to live the lives we want to live.

Life is an inside job!

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Paul Yeager conducts his first podcast interview, and what a great person to start with.

Paul chats with Jack Zenger, CEO of Zenger/Folkman, leadership expert, New York Times best-selling author, and co-author of the Mindful Listening book. Paul and Jack talk about what makes a good listener, the benefits of being a good listener (for both the speaker and the listener), and even touch on the connection between being confident and being a good listener.

Being a good listener is critical to being in touch with The Inside Answer.

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Host Paul Yeager talks about one of the major stumbling blocks for many of us--the past.

One problem is giving the past too much power--it cannot create anything--and the other problem is spending too much time in the past.

Never fear, though. You have the power you need to manage the past. As Paul says, "If you can take something good from the past, take it; otherwise, leave it behind. It's probably behind you for a reason."

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Why not do what the premier athletes--professional and Olympic--do if it'll help you? You have the power; it's already inside of you.

Paul Yeager talks about the whys and hows of visualization.

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Join Paul Yeager in a discussion about the benefits of good competition and the dangers of the winning-at-all-costs mentality that has spread through society in recent years.

Don't worry: Paul hasn't forgotten about the theme of the podcast, helping you find answers from inside of yourself. He'll tie it all together for you.

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Paul Yeager delves more into the metaphysical realms with a discussion with about how we can re-connect with past events, particularly intense events; however, Paul also discusses how we can use this power to help with today.

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We've all seen "lazy" people, but in this podcast, Paul Yeager discusses how laziness doesn't really exist and how people can address so-called laziness in their own lives.

You don't want to miss this one!

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We often think of the words hope and wish as being synonyms, but that can get us into trouble as far as creating the lives we want to lead. Paul Yeager talks about how one of the words is an empty dream, and the other is a key to action and change.

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You must believe something is possible in order to be able to accomplish anything, and that's one of the main themes Paul Yeager discusses in this podcast. You have to be honest about what you believe in and perhaps set small, manageable goals as you head toward larger, life-changing goals.

Join Paul for this simple but potentially life-changing discussion.

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Fear. Fear Fear. We all have them, and we need to learn how to deal with them, which includes being honest about what they are and then challenging them so that they will disappear.

In this podcast, Paul Yeager will delve into this important topic, but don't be afraid: It won't hurt a bit!

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In this introductory podcast, host Paul Yeager answers two basic questions:

  1. What is "The Inside Answer?"
  2. Who is Paul Yeager?

In his logical, straightforward, and easy style, Paul Yeager discusses the key concept of the podcast, which is that the answers to our questions, the solutions to our problems, and the guidance that we're looking for already exists inside each of us. Rather than continuously searching, why don't we just use what's already available to us?

Paul also previews the types of topics that will be discussed in future podcasts and shares information about himself (you know--why should you listen to this guy?).