The MISOGI Method - Experience a New Comfort Zone: Recent Episodes
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THE MISOGI METHOD PODCAST is designed especially with you in mind... helping you discover inspirational and motivational information and conversations with amazing leaders who have redefined possible in their personal and work lives. Tune in and let your host, Jody B Miller and her guests entertain, motivate and inspire you to live a life of meaning, happiness, and success by moving far outside your comfort zone.
Elon Musk is brilliant, erratic, obsessive—and, yes, deeply human. In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody B. Miller unpacks Walter Isaacson’s bestselling biography and the audiobook that reveals Musk’s true mission: not fame or fortune, but the survival of our species. From rocket launches to personal failures, this is the story of a man who pushes limits for one reason—he cares about humanity.
Please note: I recorded this while on a 3 hour walk and after I finished the book.
@elonmusk
Audio Book
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A MISOGI of a lifetime.
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The woman who saw the future in a floating image.
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Valerie-Thomas
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Allison Ellsworth – Founder of Poppi
Allison Ellsworth is an American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Poppi, the fast-growing prebiotic soda brand that’s redefining the beverage industry.
https://drinkpoppi.com/
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The MISOGI Method – Episode 51
Guest: Nelson Nigel, Founder & CEO of Kidmoto Technologies
Host: Jody B. Miller
Episode Description:
What if the key to building a multi-city tech company wasn't venture capital or a Silicon Valley network—but insight, grit, and an unwavering mission?
In this inspiring episode, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Nelson Nigel, a former NYC yellow cab and Uber driver turned tech founder, who created Kidmoto Technologies—a transportation startup providing safe car seat-equipped rides for families with small children.
Now active in 64 U.S. cities with over 40,000 rides completed, Kidmoto is disrupting an industry long dominated by giants like Uber and Lyft—by focusing on a need they overlooked.
But Nelson’s story runs even deeper: from surviving a traumatic subway accident to bootstrapping a company built on purpose, resilience, and family safety, he embodies what
The MISOGI Method is all about—transforming adversity into opportunity.
In this episode, you'll learn:* How one moment of insight changed Nelson’s life—and the lives of thousands of families * What it really takes to bootstrap a startup in a crowded tech space * How leading from the driver’s seat shaped a national team culture * How trauma sparked a purpose-driven mission that scaled * Why your most uncomfortable leap might be the one that defines your legacy
Key Takeaway:
Your past doesn’t define your path. But your choices—especially the bold ones—absolutely do.
Resources & Links:* Kidmoto Technologies App – Download on iOS & Android
* Website: www.kidmoto.taxi
* Contact Nelson Nigel: info@kidmoto.taxi
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Riding Through Pain, Pedaling Toward Power: Teri M. Brown’s Double-Butted Adventure
Welcome to The MISOGI Method, where we explore bold, life-changing leaps that push us beyond our limits and lead to transformation.
Today’s guest, Teri M. Brown, took an extraordinary journey to reclaim her life—by pedaling across the United States on a tandem bike.
After surviving a stressful marriage, Teri’s ride became a powerful emotional and spiritual adventure, leading her to healing and empowerment.
Teri shares her journey in 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure, a book that blends storytelling and life lessons with journaling prompts to help others live boldly.
In this episode, Teri talks about overcoming pain, trusting your strength, and embracing adventures that rebuild your soul. Listen now and get inspired to take your own leap of transformation! Resources:
* Teri’s book: 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure
* https://www.terimbrown.com/
* Follow Teri: Instagram
Incorporating cycling into your routine can be a powerful tool for emotional healing and creative expression. Whether through structured cycling programs or casual rides in natural settings, the physical activity and exposure to nature can promote mental well-being and stimulate creative thinking. As highlighted by Teri M. Brown's journey, embracing such adventures can lead to profound personal transformation.
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Christine Sadry’s story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. After 13 years of silence, she didn’t just reclaim her voice—she turned it into a mission to help others heal.
In this moving episode, Christine opens up about her past trauma, the years she felt invisible, and how she transformed her pain into purpose as a trauma recovery coach and speaker.
🔹 What it means to truly survive—and then choose to thrive
🔹 Why the body stores trauma and how healing works
🔹 How sharing your story can unlock healing in others
🔹 The pivotal moment Christine stepped into her power
Learn more about Christine at www.christinesadry.com
If you or someone you know is experiencing trauma or emotional distress, please seek professional help.
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What happens when outward success hides an inward secret?
In this episode of The MISOGI Method, host Jody B. Miller sits down with Alan Katz—aka A.L. Katz of Tales from the Crypt fame—who reveals the 45-year secret that redefined his life and career.
Alan shares how confronting that truth transformed him from a successful screenwriter into a purpose-driven storyteller.
Today, he leads Costard & Touchstone, a podcast company dedicated to making the world better through story.
This episode is a deep dive into courage, reinvention, and the healing power of truth. 🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: What’s your Misogi?
Explore more:
* Alan’s IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0441590
* Costard & Touchstone: https://www.costardandtouchstone.com
If you are experiencing depressive thoughts or emotional distress, please seek help from a qualified medical or mental health professional. This podcast is for inspiration and should not replace professional care.
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Episode 47: "The Day the River Said Yes: A Fly-Fishing MISOGI That Changed Everything"
The MISOGI Method Experience with Jody B. Miller In this powerful and poetic solo episode, Jody B. Miller returns to the river that once humbled her—to find, unexpectedly, that everything had changed.
Armed with low expectations, a near-empty fly box, and a deep desire simply to be present in nature,
Jody recounts the surprise turning point that transformed her fly-fishing flop into a euphoric, unforgettable MISOGI success. From losing leeches and midges in a narrow stretch of Fall River…
To landing 25 wild rainbow trout—including a 20-inch “lugger”…
To experiencing full-body cramps and the unexpected generosity of strangers… This episode is a raw, joy-filled reminder that growth often waits just past the moment you almost give up. You'll discover:
* Why having nothing to lose can be your greatest strength
* How MISOGI moments test and transform us
* What happens when you surrender outcomes and trust the process
* The deeper purpose behind every “failure,” and how it can lead to wild success
* Why Jody now feels invincible in the face of challenge—and how you can too
Whether you're a fly-fishing enthusiast or a seeker of life’s bigger meanings, this episode will inspire you to say yes to the next big unknown. 🎧 Listen now, and stay tuned for Jody’s upcoming 3-part series: real interviews with real people who’ve taken on life-changing MISOGIs—and found resilience, wisdom, and freedom on the other side of failure. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe and share with a friend who could use a kickstart in confidence, courage, and joy.
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When Failure Becomes Freedom: A Fly-Fishing Flop and the Power of MISOGI
In this refreshingly raw and insightful episode of The MISOGI Method Experience, bestselling author and TEDx speaker Jody B. Miller shares the vulnerable (and hilarious) follow-up to her fly-fishing MISOGI challenge… and why it didn’t go at all as planned.
But here’s the twist: that’s exactly the point.
From missed casts and tangled lines to unexpected revelations, Jody unpacks why stepping way outside your comfort zone — even when things fall apart — is where the real growth begins.
Whether you’ve tried something bold and "failed," or you’re too afraid to start, this episode gives you permission to fail forward and embrace the messy magic of the unknown.
In this episode, you'll discover:
* Why flopping can be freeing
* The real purpose behind taking on a MISOGI
* How to turn disappointment into discovery
* A behind-the-scenes look at how challenges reset your mindse
If you've ever felt like a failure or feared falling short, this episode will empower you to redefine what success truly means. Press play and remember: sometimes the best catch isn’t the one you bring home.
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In this episode of The MISOGI Method, Jody talks about how she achieved a big MISOGI of learning to fly fish and challenging herself to catch a very specific number of giant rainbow trout on one of Central Oregon's most challenging rivers. People who have fished for years upon years still have days where they can't catch a single one. But Jody gets real specific and shares with her listeners how to approach and achieve a MISOGI. You will feel inspired and want to put your next MISOGI on your calendar right away!
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Here is your deep dive into to my newest book - Is Truth Stranger than Fiction ... You Decide - full version.
You'll get some key clues in this podcast by my deep dive experts.
Enjoy.
Get the book and get your name in volume 2.
Good luck!
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Deep Dive analyzes an excerpt of Is Truth Stranger Than Fiction...You Decide. Story One.
I hope you enjoy it.
An entire book deep dive is coming next week.
Get the book and see if you can figure it out!
This is your MISOGI challenge of the month!
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From,
JB Miller
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Interview on the Paul and Jordana Show on WCCO Radio about Work Happiness and the course I am teaching: YOUR Unforgettable Talk. Are you ready to step way outside your comfort zone? Join the course and join the FREE private FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/981109466071530 See you there!
If you are looking to ramp up your business from six to seven figures, Jessica is your gal. She is a transformational business growth coach with an impressive clientele. You can learn more about Jessica and contact her at: https://jessicayarbrough.com/
YOUR Unforgettable Talk Online Mastery Course. shorturl.at/iovPZ
Get the FREE Audio Training. shorturl.at/bAU45
Get the FREE Training about the Do's and Don'ts of using slides. shorturl.at/borsR
Most public speaking courses focus on getting paid for public speaking. And while it is quite possible that YOUR Unforgettable Talk will lead to paid speaking engagements (which has happened for me many times), those courses do not teach you how to write your talk and deliver it with a step by step proven system to transform yourself and your audience, regardless of how many people are in that audience.
Everything in YOUR Unforgettable Talk Online Mastery Course is step-by-step process, with no stone left unturned. ;)
As long as you have the desire to create and deliver an amazing talk that is unique to you, YOUR Unforgettable Talk Online Mastery Course will help you get there.
Avishai El ('Avi') is an International Best-Selling Author of the book, “The Power of Why: Why 23 Women Took The Leap To Start Their Business”. She is a Certified Raw Food Educator, Holistic Health Coach, Healer, Lifestyle Expert, Blogger, and Podcast Host of Avi Unfiltered Podcast.
I LOVED interviewing Avi, and at the end of our visit, having her tell me what she sees for me.
Avi sees and tells you what you need to know in your life. If you are seeking answers, this is the episode for you.https://www.avishaiel.com/ Book your own reading right on her website or order her books on Amazon.
Nika Kabiri, PhD is a Professor at the University of Washington. She teaches Decision Science (a very popular course) which helps us understand how Science has a role in our decision making process. Sometimes we make wrong decisions and Nika tells us why, as well as how to fix it. You can find out more about Nika at www.yournextdecison.com
Debbie Godfrey helps parents step far outside their comfort zone with a method of parenting that will make everyone's life in the family and beyond more positive. You can take her self guided parenting classes at https://www.positiveparenting.com/ or contract with your child's school. You can also get short uplifting daily messages on Debbie's podcast: Positive Parenting Pep Talks. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-parenting-pep-talks/id1585846985
Jacqueline Maddison is the CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Beverly Hills Magazine. She is incredibly successful, but it hasn't always been that way. Jacqueline found her path to success through falling down and picking herself up again, over and over. But the real secret to her success lies in her faith. You can learn more about Jacqueline, her magazine, her foundation and her promise at https://www.jacquelinemaddison.com/ and enjoy Beverly Hills Magazine at: https://www.beverlyhillsmagazine.com/
I'm back and excited to introduce amazing new content and guests to The MISOGI Method. In this episode I talk about something I believe we all need to do to move our lives forward in a positive, lasting way. I hope you enjoy it and I hope you'll take the short FREE Audio Course - Give the Talk of Your Life. www.jodybmiller.com
Why do you get up in the morning? For the past four decades, Richard Leider has been answering this question. Join me for part two in the three-part MISOGI series on leading a life of health, happiness, and wellbeing. Hint: Finding your purpose is not a quest, it's already there: you just need to learn how to unlock it. And when you do, your entire life will change for the better - and for the long run.
John Krause went from incarceration to homeless to running a thriving coffee company that supports social causes. Listen to his emotionally engaging interview and learn how you can get coffee that does good in the world.
Matt is an expert on bullying. He's a Corporate Management Consultant, Keynote Speaker, and Author. If you have ever been bullied or have bullies in your organization, you'll want to read Matt's bestselling book, "Successful Leaders Aren't Bullies." Listen to Matt as he helps us move beyond our comfort zone to live a life where bullying doesn't enter in.
Great white sharks. Fearless and fascinating. Jody interviews Dr. Yannis Papastamtiou of Florida International University, who researches white sharks near Guadalupe Island in Mexico. Has he swum with one? Ever been bitten? What are your odds? Learn all the latest on great white shark behavior in this exciting episode of The MISOGI Method.
Jody updates us about what's been going on with her, the podcast, upcoming guests, her newest books and more. It's going to be a fun year for The MISOGI Method!
If you are looking for a MISOGI to literally change the shape of your body in record time, look no further than FIT BUDDHA. It is a combination of pilates, yoga and strength training. Not only do you change your body, but you also transform your mind and soul. Get ready to move way outside your comfort zone.
Peter Winick is the Founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. What does he do? He helps thought leaders build their ideas into businesses and create revenue streams from their content. Often this takes them way outside their comfort zone, MISOGI style, so that they can benefit from their expertise and then get back into their comfort zone to create more of what they know. It's a brilliant balance.
MELANIE IS A LEADING INDIVIDUAL AND COUPLES THERAPIST, COACH AND KEYNOTE SPEAKER. MELANIE HELPS HER CLIENTS MANAGE STRESS, REDUCE ANXIETY, IMPROVE THEIR RELATIONSHIPS, BE MORE PRODUCTIVE AND DEAL WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE, AMONG MANY OTHER CHALLENGES. SHE IS ALSO AN AUTHOR OF A VERY SUCCESSFUL BOOK CALLED ‘THE STRESS-PROOF BRAIN.
Jennifer Chapin is the co-founder of Kikoko, a women-focused cannabis company whose signature products are cannabis-infused herbal teas, providing a healthy and natural path to wellness. Jennifer created Kikoko with her friend and business partner, Amanda Jones, in honor of a friend with cancer who had trouble finding reliably low-dosed consumables. Before diving headfirst into the cannabis industry, Jennifer was a serial entrepreneur, founding and growing companies, including a gaming company that became Hasbro’s leading licensee.
Jody interviews leading health and wellness entrepreneur, Jill Kinney, who takes us along on her successful ride to building one of the largest U.S. urban health club franchises. What she is launching next will not only help make you more fit, it just may change your life.
Lodro Rinzler started meditating at 6 years old. Now he's the bestselling author of 7 books on meditation, including 'A Buddha Walked Into a Bar,' and 'Sit Like a Buddha.' If you want to create daily peace, harmony and self-love, a MISOGI for many, tune into the conversation with Lodro and be inspired.
Paul Brodie lost a LOT of weight and kept it off. How did he do it? It was his MISOGI. Weight loss led to writing his first book. Now he has written 13 books and has a system that helps any author who has a story to tell. Join us and be inspired!
Emiliana Simon Thomas, Ph.D., is the Science Director of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. In this episode of The MISOGI Method, you will learn what lies beneath our emotions, how we can measure happiness and strategies that work to improve our personal happiness and happiness at work.
Emiliana Simon Thomas, Ph.D., is the Science Director of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. In this episode of The MISOGI Method, you will learn what lies beneath our emotions, how we can measure happiness and strategies that work to improve our personal happiness and happiness at work.
The Netherlands consistently ranks in the top 5 of the happiest countries. Why are people in the Netherlands happier at work and in their lives? Moreover, how can the rest of us learn how to be happier? Jody interviews Gea Peper, Founder of 'The Happiness Bureau' in the Netherlands. What she shares can be adapted to anyone's life. Here's to your happiness!
Jody interviews co-founder David Dennis, of Ventana Surfboards and Supplies. If you care about the ocean, happen to love John Steinbeck and want to ride on a great, sustainable board, Ventana just might be for you. Be inspired by two entrepreneurs who are changing the shape of surfing for the better.
Jody interviews Brian Clark, the successful Founder, and CEO of RAINMAKER DIGITAL, Founder of COPYBLOGGER, Host of the top-ranked Podcast, UNEMPLOYABLE, and Curator of FURTHER.
Brian lives life on his own terms, follows what brings him joy and serves others. The money seems to follow him because of it. And, he's a really nice guy!
For anyone who is thinking of going for the big entrepreneurial reach, Brian will inspire you.
Jody welcomes back Ph.D. and Resident Psychologist, Rick Scott, who talks to our listeners about dating. The do's, the don'ts and navigating the world of online dating. If you are thinking of getting into a relationship, Rick's words of wisdom can help guide you.
Andre Barbieri is a top-ranked Paralympic Triathlete, who is on track to compete in the 2020 Games in Tokyo. Jody explores how Andre redefined the possible in his life and became happier in the process. It's all about the journey, and when you hear about Andre's, you will be rooting him on too as he pursues his dream.
Jody interviews Co-Founders Isaac Golberg and Simon Lousky of GARPIE. They won the TAMID Tank (Shark Tank type event) at the University of California at Santa Barbara, for their student start-up mobile app called GARPIE. GARPIE is an on foot navigation service that allows users to create secure sessions with only the specific people they invite. Once the session invitation is accepted, you and your friends will be able to see each other on a map in real-time.
Sara Landon joins us for part two of WHY AM I HERE AND WHAT IS MY LIFE’S PURPOSE? Sara channels The Council, a higher vibration who shares insightful advice from the non physical realm. Advice about why we are here, how to live a life of joy, love, health, wealth, abundance and purpose. A life we all are born to have and sometimes put up barriers to receiving all that we want and more. Download and listen anywhere. Each time you listen, you'll will gain additional insights that will benefit you.
Jody interviews Kathy Gruver, PhD, an energizing woman, whose journey from actor to wellness professional, public speaker and stress reduction expert, has taken her to 7 continents and counting. She is a TEDx speaker and bestselling author. Kathy tells us how we can reduce stress in our lives and shares her valuable thoughts with listeners who want to live a life of wellness every day. Download and listen anywhere.
Team SEA to SEE is a group of successful businesspeople and athletes who share blindness as a common characteristic. They are entering the world’s most grueling endurance cycling race, the 2018 Race Across America (RAAM), to show the immense capabilities of people who are blind and to raise awareness of the very low employment rates of the blind. They will be highlighting their achievements through a major media campaign and a documentary film.
If you have ever felt stuck in a relationship, have wanted more financial abundance, or have dealt with low self-esteem, you won’t want to miss this episode. Jody interviews Sara Landon, a globally celebrated transformational leader, visionary entrepreneur, spiritual advisor and channeler. You will learn how Sara came to know of her special gift and how to find your own purpose, which includes a permanent sense of happiness and well-being. Download now and listen anywhere.
Jody interviews Seth Streeter, CEO of Mission Wealth, whose MISSION is to show people how to look at money as only one component of a full and happy life.
Learn what it takes to not only be wealthy in terms of dollars, but wealthy in all areas of your life. You just may look at money differently after hearing this episode of The MISOGI Method. Download and listen anywhere.
In this episode of The MISOGI Method, I interview Geoffrey Berwind, one of the foremost expert coaches on how the power of storytelling can take your public speaking to a level you never thought possible. Geoffrey has coached thousands of authors, speakers and business owners and more than 50 speakers who have landed and delivered TEDx talks. If you want to learn how to keep your audience on the edge of their seats, you don’t want to miss this episode. Download and listen from anywhere.
Bola, a millennial and youth leadership enthusiast, is the founder of two non-profits -- The Too Fly Foundation, which provides travel grants and passports to students studying or volunteering abroad, and Queen Talk, which instills leadership and entrepreneurial development in young girls. If you believe in supporting leadership in our youth, you won’t want to miss my conversation with Bola. Download and listen anywhere
Aaron Chang is the Ansel Adams of the water. His photographs have graced the covers of over 100 magazines and no matter which photograph or multi-media sculpture of Aaron’s that you see, you will feel inspired, energized and more connected to the world around you than ever before.
Brittni Hutton is on a mission to make the U.S. Olympic Team and compete in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. Her event? The marathon! Learn what it takes to be an Olympic athlete in a faster world, and join the throngs of people rooting for Brittni as she pursues her biggest MISOGI yet!
Rick Scott, PhD and Counselor, is The MISOGI Method’s go-to therapist for all advice about relationships. Love of self, love of another and even love of your work relationships. In this episode, Jody asks Rick what can be toxic in a romantic relationship or marriage and how to fix it. That is, if it’s worth fixing at all. And you will know after you listen to this episode of The MISOGI Method. Rick ends by giving you, the listener, a MISOGI challenge that can bring love into your life.
In this episode, Jody interviews Dr. Rory Wilson, PhD., the head of Aquatic Biology at Swansea University in the UK and the inventor of the tracking device for Whale Sharks, Condors, Penguins, and other endangered species. Dr. Wilson and his colleagues have accumulated a plethora of data about the secret lives of many elusive, endangered animals and envisions a world where everyone is part of conserving our precious animal world. His MISOGI is a way that anyone can help.
In this episode, Jody interviews leading Hollywood Music Manager, Bradshaw Lambert. Bradshaw tells listeners how he broke into the music business, discovered talent and ended up representing one of the top song writers in the world. If you are thinking of getting into the entertainment business, you won’t want to miss it! Download now for listening anywhere, anytime.
So who is Jody B. Miller and what is "The Misogi Method Podcast" all about? This is Episode 1 in which you'll hear how Jody herself stepped outside her own comfort zone and did the most OUTRAGEOUS thing she could imagine. In the end, that sense of accomplishment, the thrill of beating the odds and that understanding of just how strong she can be... all set the stage for the latest journey of her life... and that's helping others do the same.