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Julie McFadden, RN, is a hospice nurse, educator, and bestselling author dedicated to changing the way we talk about death and dying. With over 15 years of experience in intensive care and hospice nursing, Julie has become a leading voice in demystifying the end-of-life process, helping people navigate it with more understanding and less fear.

Known to millions as Hospice Nurse Julie, she shares compassionate, no-nonsense insights on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, where she breaks down the physical, emotional, and even spiritual aspects of dying. Her work has sparked a global conversation about what really happens at the end of life, tackling everything from hospice myths to deathbed visions.

Her book, "Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully," is a groundbreaking guide that helps people embrace death as a natural part of life—one that, when understood, can actually lead to a richer, more meaningful existence.

📍 Website: HospiceNurseJulie.com

📖 Latest Book: Nothing to Fear

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What if the fear you feel isn't a stop sign — but a compass pointing you exactly where you're supposed to go?

In this episode of Nobody Told Me!, we're talking with Jenny Wood — author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It — about how fear, ambition, self-doubt, and boldness are all tangled together on the road to creating a life you actually want.

Jenny spent 18 years rising through the ranks at Google, ultimately leading a team responsible for tens of billions in revenue, and founding Own Your Career, one of the largest career development programs in Google's history. She knows firsthand what it means to step into bigger, braver versions of yourself — even when it feels terrifying.

Together, we dive into how to turn fear into fuel, why being "too much" is actually your greatest strength, and what it really looks like to bet on yourself when nobody else hands you permission.

If you've ever wrestled with impostor syndrome, second-guessed your dreams, or wondered if you're "ready" to make a leap — this conversation will remind you that courage isn't something you wait for. It's something you choose.

We're thrilled to welcome the legendary Captain Sandy Yawn to the show! With over 30 years of international maritime experience, Captain Sandy has navigated the high seas and the high stakes of leadership, earning worldwide recognition as the star of Bravo's hit reality series, Below Deck Mediterranean.

Beyond the drama of television, she's a trailblazer in her field, proving that resilience, adaptability, and strong leadership can chart the course for success—on land and at sea. She shares her wisdom in her book, Be The Calm or Be The Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Woman at the Helm, offering powerful insights into navigating challenges with confidence.

She's also the co-host of The Captain Sandy and Leah Rae Show podcast, where she continues to inspire with her leadership lessons and personal journey. Learn more at captainsandyyawn.com.

Most relationships have their ups and downs, whether they're between family members, friends or co-workers.  Most of us don't like the down times because it's uncomfortable to be feeling angry or disconnected from those we care about.  However, our guests, clinical psychologist Dr. Ed Tronick and pediatrician Dr. Claudia Gold, say conflicts in relationships are the keys to better relationships.   Doctors Tronick and Gold are the authors of the book,  "The Power of Discord: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience, and Trust".  Their website is https://thepowerofdiscord.com/

If you've struggled with mental health issues or if you care about someone who has, then you'll want to hear our guest on this episode, Terri Cheney.   You may know Terri from her New York Times bestselling book, "Manic: A Memoir", which depicted her life as an elite entertainment attorney suffering from bipolar disorder.     Terri's latest book is called, "Modern Madness:  An Owner's Manual".  It explores the struggles, stigmas, relationship dilemmas, treatments, and recovery techniques Terri and others have experienced in coping with mental health issues.

Find out about a new way to take charge of your own happiness and health. Our guest, Dr. Kelli Harding, says love, friendship, community, purpose and our environment can have a far greater impact on our health than anything that happens in the doctor's office.  Dr. Harding is a Columbia University-trained, board certified psychiatrist who specializes in the interplay between mental and physical health. She's the author of the book, "THE RABBIT EFFECT: Live Longer, Happier, and Healthier with the Groundbreaking Science of Kindness".  Her website is https://www.kellihardingmd.com/