• The Effects of Ghosting Someone | The Zero Dot Podcast #13
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, John and Sam discuss the spookiness of getting ghosted - from colleagues, family members, friends, and so on. What does it mean? What can you do about it? What if you are the one that NEEDS to ghost someone to exit a painful or risky relationship?

    You get to write the ending on your own terms. :)

    00:00 A lil' chat
    02:36 A hail of stuffies
    05:49 The graverobbing segment
    07:59 Trouble for MSF
    13:44 MAIN TOPIC: The effects of ghosting
    01:06:09 Another lil' chat

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    #ghosting #abandonment #lonliness #mentalhealth #growth #podcasting

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Lenses of Leadership | The Zero Dot Podcast #12
    Jan 14 2026

    In this episode, John and Sam discuss two of the best reframes to be the best leader for your community, your employees, for yourself. Even seasoned "managers" get this wrong, so adopting these early sets you up for success. Also, the good news about Trachoma (cases are down) and the bad news about Hunger in the US (It's still a problem) while discussing what we can do about it.

    00:00 The Warm Up
    04:49 The Good
    10:25 The Bad
    19:07 The Zero Dot
    58:32 The Cooldown

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    #perception #zerodot
    #leadership #trust #personal #growth #team #selfworth #compliments #effectiveleadership #personalanecdotes #support #professional

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • How Chronic Anger Can Destroy You | The Zero Dot Podcast #11
    Jan 7 2026

    In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and producer Daniel discuss the toxic poison of sustained rage, the choice we all have in forging a more hopeful path, and the benefits to your sanity in doing so. It's not easy, but nothing worthwhile in life ever is. Which is why you need to do it.

    00:00 The Warm Up
    08:21 The Good
    12:50 The...Bad?
    17:45 The Zero Dot
    01:19:05 The Cooldown

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    #angermanagement #serotonin #mentalhealth #emotionalregulation #gratitude #selfcompassion #societalinfluences #depression #pain #perception #zerodot

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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Being the Main Character | The Zero Dot Podcast #10
    Dec 31 2025

    In this episode of the Zero Dot podcast, hosts Sam Kirk, John, and Daniel discuss the importance of self-improvement, stress management, and emotional resilience. They explore generational perspectives on personal growth and share insights from their experiences in therapy. The conversation touches on life challenges, maintaining a positive mindset, and the value of community support in mental health awareness.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 The Warm Up
    09:11 The Good
    17:57 The Bad
    29:25 The Zero Dot
    01:15:47 The Cool Down


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    #Self-improvement #Stressmanagement #Emotionalresilience #Generationalperspectives #Personalgrowth #Therapy #insights, #Lifechallenges, #mindset #Community #support #Mentalhealth

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • From Fear to Freedom | The Zero Dot Podcast #9
    Dec 24 2025

    John and Sam dive into the intricacies of exposure therapy, emphasizing its benefits, the importance of gradual exposure, the role of the amygdala, and the concept of safety-seeking behaviors. John also brings good tidings regarding certain previously-thought-to-be-extinct species of animals that are coming back! Sam gives us the lore on The Big Blu-ray Agenda ruining our movie re-releases. Lastly, Daniel gives us the true tech regarding Sharks and common myths surrounding them.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 The Warm Up
    06:47 The Good
    12:30 The Bad
    22:18 The Zero Dot
    01:07:49 The Cool Down

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    #exposuretherapy #overcomingfears #anxietymanagement #perfectionism #traumaresponse #sharks #ecologicalimportance #mentalhealth #podcast

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • How to Disconnect | The Zero Dot Podcast #8
    Dec 17 2025

    In this week's discussion, John recalls the tale of Cousin Homer and his sweet Black Labrador and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Saint Joseph, Missouri (Trigger Warning: the dog has passed away - what's magical is what happened afterwards). Then, Sam discusses the reality of the great long-form reading cavity in our lives (our longform reading stamina is at an all-time low while simultaneously reading more words-per-day than our forefathers. Yikes!) and what we can do about it, to which John uses that as an opportunity to dive deeper into the complexities of dopamine, homeostasis, and the impact of modern media on mental health. John and Sam discuss the challenges of willpower in the face of constant stimulation and the importance of gradual reduction in media consumption, while Daniel prompts them both at the end about what routines they each adhere to for their own form of homeostasis.

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    #DopamineDetox #Stimulation #BrainHealth #Reading #Literacy #Empathy #ADHD #Focus #Gratitude #EveningRoutine #MediaConsumption #MentalHealth #Gambling #EmotionalManipulation

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Stages of Change | The Zero Dot Podcast #7
    Dec 10 2025

    In this episode, John and Sam explore the complexities of change while discussing its various stages (5) and how environment impacts behavioral goals in pursuit of personal growth. They emphasize the resilience of humans and the necessity of tracking progress to recognize growth, while also addressing the impact of failure as a learning opportunity.

    The Zero Dot Podcast is:
    Sam | https://bsky.app/profile/scarequotesbhdh.bsky.social
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    Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

    #change, #resilience, #stages of change, #mental health, #personal growth, #preparation, #action, #maintenance, #behavioral goals, #failure, #rewards, #tracking progress, #willpower, #ADHD

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • The Next Generation of Workers | The Zero Dot Podcast #6
    Dec 3 2025

    In this week's episode, John and Sam engage in a lively discussion regarding generational gaps in the workplace, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by younger workers and the perceptions held by older generations. Before that, The Good, The Bad, and The Beautiful unearths the benefits of viewing art, the impact of cortisol on stress, the implications of AI in gaming, and the humorous yet heartwarming competitions of fat squirrels and bears. Tune in to see what that's all about!

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    Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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    1 hr and 26 mins