Pharrell Williams' new biopic Piece by Piece was just released - and it got me thinking that there are three MASSIVE lessons learned that I needed to tackle some serious convention-breaking norms in a very fun and colorful way. I can't wait for you to hear this one. I've been really experimenting with new formats and sharing some big confessions of why this has been so hard and why I think it might be harder than it needs to be for you, too. Notable Timestamps: [00:01:44] Cultural deep dive on i...
Oct 17, 2024•42 min•Ep. 230
I (Allison Hare) was recently featured on the top-ranked podcast, She Sells Radio with Elyse Archer. We had a really interesting in-depth conversation about how to reinvent yourself after 40. One thing that has been circulating around my circles is that it can feel really overwhelming when you have built a big life and are realizing what you want - might have evolved into something different - and not sure how to make that pivot. Elyse Archer is a brilliant money and mindset coach and I’ve been ...
Oct 10, 2024•43 min•Ep. 229
Taking a decidedly hard left pivot to do a cultural deep dive into the new buzzy movie that everyone is talking about, The Substance starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, and co-produced, written and directed by Coralie Fargeat. Shockingly insane, it was like nothing I ever expected and I"m not sure if I recovered. But despite the terrifying visuals and sound design, the message was pretty relevant and thought-provoking. The Substance Official Movie Trailer Notable timestamps: 00:...
Oct 03, 2024•30 min•Ep. 228
Have you heard of emotional outsourcing? Me neither! I needed to bring this concept to you and remind us ALL to reconnect with our own powers and purpose when the world is trying to remind us that someone is wrong with us. NOPE! Not on my watch. Victoria Albina (she/her) is a Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner and Breathwork Meditation Guide with a passion for helping women realize that they are their own best healers by reconnecting with their bodies and...
Sep 26, 2024•45 min•Ep. 227
I've got a bone to pick with the personal development industry. I think you deserve better. And I'm going OFF on it. Timestamps: [00:00:46] Personal development dangers addressed. [00:04:52] The need for new terminology. [00:10:01] Healing vs. Being Broken. [00:16:41] The comparison trap in parenting. [00:18:06] Outgrowing your container. [00:30:17] Choosing a new adventure. [00:34:31] Where do you begin? A new bold framework Resources mentioned: Download your free energy booster Sign up for you...
Sep 19, 2024•37 min•Ep. 226
Where are my fellow control freaks? Such an interesting and way more helpful perspective to rethink and redefine perfectionism. You know when you read a book and it’s so groundbreaking and helpful, you can’t help but tell all your friends, post about it? Well, I was the recipient of essentially being attacked on all sides that I needed to read this award-winning book, The Perfectionists’ Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler. Katherine is a seasoned psychotherapist and former in-h...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 225
Training for my first half marathon is no joke. It was a wild ride with unexpected lessons learned along the way and I thought I would document it on Late Learner podcast as I continue to over-share my personal life for your critique, amusement, and benefit. Here's a recap of the episode: 1⃣ Learn a way to identify the right people to help support you on your journey 2⃣ How to morph roadblocks into new possibilities. 3⃣ A new self-analysis that can change EVERYTHING for you! I can't wait to hear...
Sep 05, 2024•48 min•Ep. 224
Allison continues her series on belonging, talking to Dr. Jay Van Bavel about social identities, stereotypes, and exploring the truth behind our deep need to belong. How do we identify with others? What groups do feel safe with and which ones are considered threats? These are all questions that are important to our lives, our views on the world around us and our own views about our ourselves. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS : Social identities Political identities The impact of feeling excluded Are our thoug...
Aug 29, 2024•48 min•Ep. 223
Allison talks with author and researcher David McRaney about the nature of changing minds and how to get through to someone who seemingly won't bend their beliefs. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS : What happens in our brains when we change our mind How opposite opinions can connect What to do when you want to change someone's mind Difference between attitude, beliefs and values Persuasion techniques Impact of social identities in changing minds SHOW LINKS: Visit David McRaney's website Follow David on Instag...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 222
Scrap everything you've been taught about parenting. This is a totally fresh approach. The adolescent and teen years are SO difficult. Any way to make this easier? How do you decode what's happening with your child and how to process it. I am so proud to bring this important episode to you with parent and teen coach, Cindy Robinson. Topics covered: Current climate post-pandemic Brain physiology of adolescents/teens Parent/adolescent dynamic is designed to fail in our culture #1 way to handle a t...
Aug 15, 2024•56 min•Ep. 221
What if you rewound the parenting clock back to the 80's TODAY? A recent article has gone viral about a healthier universe not only for our kids, but for us as parents if we adopted the "let go of the reins" and let the kids rule their world. Our favorite unconventional, yet surprisingly logical (and always right when I try her methods IRL) parent and teen coach is back, Cindy Robinson, for us to battle it all out and consider an alternative approach. Timestamps: [00:01:39] Old School Parenting ...
Aug 08, 2024•56 min•Ep. 220
It's been a minute since I did a raw life update. Big changes, revelations, and news you can use. I decided to take a totally different approach to this one and would love your feedback on how it lands for you! Timestamps: 00:03:04 - Life Lessons and Updates 00:05:34 - Building a Coaching Practice 00:06:04 - Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster 00:09:25 - Balancing Multiple Roles 00:11:22 - High Performers and Self-Isolation 00:12:41 - Deciding Where to Spend Time and Energy 00:14:03 - Cultural Change...
Aug 01, 2024•57 min•Ep. 219
When you get your picture taken, you probably think about being happy, polished, put together, you at your best self. You might even groan at the thought of getting new obligatory head shots for work or LinkedIn or social media or even have some stress over how you look for something celebratory like a graduation or wedding. But what if you got your picture taken when you were at your very lowest? Not to wallow in it or be really depressing, but to capture your strength and essence and a moment ...
Jul 18, 2024•38 min•Ep. 218
America, you in danger, girl! In this special 4th of July episode of the Late Learner Podcast, I take on the big issues around our freedoms in the U.S., especially with recent political events and Supreme Court rulings. I start with a look at the meaning of Independence Day and the freedoms our ancestors fought for, but also voice my worries about the current state of our liberties. We revisit a fiery discussion from when Roe v. Wade was overturned, stressing the need for action over just expres...
Jul 04, 2024•38 min•Ep. 217
The days of transactional business relationships and tired golf outings and happy hours just seem a little stale. And not only that, I think we are craving more of a blend to get to know people we do business with as humans. So how do you change the game of your business relationships? Well, I searched and I found THE most perfect person to help us do that. Barb Betts is a sought-after keynote speaker, coach, trainer, and mentor and also the host of the Relationships are your Superpower podcast....
Jun 20, 2024•43 min•Ep. 216
My mother died on June 11, 2021. On the 3rd anniversary of her passing, I am re-releasing the most personal episode I've ever done that captured the moment and the biggest life lessons I learned in her last 6 months. Also, I did a follow-up episode with Kris Jones after the passing of her mom where we discussed how complicated relationships are with our moms. You can listen here . xo, Allison Be sure to rate, review, and follow this podcast on your player and also, connect with me IRL for more g...
Jun 11, 2024•22 min•Ep. 215
Work + summer + vacations + kids + pool trips + parties + camps + + + + aaaaahhhh! Summer is a LOT of work! I don't want you to miss the best parts of it by being too depleted to actually restore. You've done everything to make sure your kids have all the best moments this summer - but in the meantime, you're missing ALL the moments because you are so overloaded. In this episode of Late Learner, here are 3 non-obvious strategies to sloooow down summer and make it lassssst! Resources Mentioned: S...
Jun 06, 2024•30 min•Ep. 214
Why do high performers seem to struggle with their personal relationships? Our guest today is Jason VanRuler, a licensed therapist and author of "Get Past Your Past." Jason provides eye-opening insights into why high performers often struggle with personal relationships. He explains that while high performers excel in business by applying certain success strategies, these same strategies can fail in personal relationships. Jason emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, identifying safe people...
May 23, 2024•36 min•Ep. 213
Podcasting is great and all but it's NOT for everyone. Have you been on the fence about starting yours? Or started and got stuck or overwhelmed along the way? I put together 3 major reasons NOT to podcast so you can be clear either way and move ON or move FORWARD. Timestamps: 00:00:35 - The Appeal of Starting a Podcast 00:01:59 - Podcasting's Growth and Potential 00:02:53 - Surprisingly True Useful Fun Fact (The Good S.T.U.F.F) 00:04:28 - Why podcasting might be a DUMB idea 00:05:12 - Podcasting...
May 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 212
Sheesh! As moms who are juggling our families, our selves, our businesses, and everything else under the sun, the state of motherhood is shifting in a new way. My guest, Dana Malstaff, founder of the big and beloved Boss Mom community, podcast, book, and business has a very unique perspective that will change everything for you. Building a community of support (and joining communities that just feel like a big warm hug) involves several key elements. Dana emphasizes the importance of facilitatio...
Apr 25, 2024•50 min•Ep. 211
Social media for Gen X? More heart and humanity, less hacks and hustle? YES PLEASE! Chelsea Peitz is my guest today and she's flipping everything we know about social media on its head and creating a MUCH more productive space to connect and create meaningful relationships. I can't wait for you to hear this! She's SO refreshing and real. Timestamps: [00:06:35] Social media challenges and fears. [00:10:11] Navigating social media algorithms. [00:12:52] Less contenting, more commenting. [00:16:01]...
Apr 11, 2024•43 min•Ep. 210
Genius or ASD? In this episode of the Late Learner Podcast, Allison Hare and guest Cindy Robinson discuss being diagnosed later in life with ADHD and ASD. We explore topics like high masking, setting the record straight on why we shouldn't say high or low functioning, and as always, bringing a fresh perspective. We are challenging old paradigms and bringing practical advice for late learners navigating ADHD and ASD diagnoses later in life. Timestamps: [00:03:09] Undiagnosed cases of autism spect...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 209
What do you do when you look in the mirror and gravity has stricken your once very youthful high and tight face? Not gonna lie - it’s a beeeyach. It can really mess with you. And it’s no secret that our society for centuries and centuries has put premium value on youth as a moral imperative to beauty. And wherever you may stand on plastic surgery, fillers, injections - it can also make a world of positive difference when done right and for the right reasons. So the question is - to cut or not to...
Mar 14, 2024•34 min•Ep. 208
What are the skincare and beauty trends that are useful and effective and which ones are marketing gimmicks feeding into a $104B industry? Silicone patches, infrared masks, simplified skincare, what do you actually need? What does it look like to move away from anti-aging rhetoric and move towards pro-aging. The beauty industry has truly shaped our culture, our beauty standards, and in a lot of ways, has shaped our own self-worth. Today, we are taking a different approach and you are going to be...
Feb 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 207
Everything we've been taught about relationships is totally outdated and can even create more unnecessary shame. Host Allison Hare shares relationship secrets that are not commonly known and discusses how they can work like magic. This episode is a powerful guidebook for those looking to revive their relationship or set a totally new standard for a rock-solid partnership. Timestamps: 00:00:38 - Valentine's Day and relationship Expectations 00:01:10 - Relationship Struggles and Divorce 00:02:02 -...
Feb 15, 2024•28 min•Ep. 206
Where are my fellow control freaks? Such an interesting and way more helpful perspective to rethink and redefine perfectionism. You know when you read a book and it’s so groundbreaking and helpful, you can’t help but tell all your friends, post about it? Well, I was the recipient of essentially being attacked on all sides that I needed to read this award-winning book, The Perfectionists’ Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler. Katherine is a seasoned psychotherapist and former in-h...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 205
Energetic time management, over capacity, toxic motherhood, rethinking, emotional intelligence, identity death, OH MY! Heather Chauvin, a leadership coach and strategic parenting expert is my guest today and we are giving you the tools you need and discussing shifting identities and the process of letting go and rebuilding. Heather shares her unique and unconventional style, along with simple and effective frameworks to help you and I find sustainability, profitability, and ease in both business...
Jan 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 204
In this episode of the Late Learner Podcast, host Allison Hare dives into the topic of hustle culture and its connection to Generation X. She discusses an article she read about Gen X women getting the worst of both worlds and invites Dr. Whitney Casares, also known as Modern Mommy Doc, to share her insights on the subject. Dr. Casares, a Stanford-trained pediatrician and wellness expert, offers practical advice on how to stop overfunctioning and embrace a healthier, balanced lifestyle. The epis...
Jan 04, 2024•45 min•Ep. 203
As we wind down a year that was....well, might have taken a few unexpected turns and left us feeling a little more heavy, I wanted to give you 3 non-obvious tips that can help you clear the decks for a truly better 2024. Timestamps: 00:01:22 - Reflecting on the Heaviness of 2023 00:03:10 - Personal Development and Redefining Success 00:04:45 - The Good STUFF 00:06:15 - Year in Review and Celebrating Wins 00:08:00 - Clearing Out What No Longer Serves You 00:10:35 - Emotional Audit and Self-Talk 0...
Dec 21, 2023•26 min•Ep. 202
Women are in a moment right now. Juggling the hustle, high expectations, perimenopause, post-pandemic chaos, kids' hormones, changing relationships, work demands – it's overwhelming. Cherylanne Skolnicki, CEO, founder, and podcast host of Brilliant Balance, has the insights to help you masterfully balance it all. Timestamps: [00:01:20]The Good STUFF: Surprisingly True Useful Fun Fact [00:07:07] Emotional disconnect and overwhelm. [00:08:09] Will someone ever rescue us? [00:13:00] How to do less ...
Dec 07, 2023•41 min•Ep. 201