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February 16, 2025 You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Introducing Claudia Oshry: How to Stop Letting Your Body Image Hold You Back & Build Lasting Confidence from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.
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Do you ever feel held back by body image?

What’s one thing that instantly boosts your confidence?

Today, Jay welcomes Claudia Oshry, a comedian, podcaster, and social media personality. Claudia is the co-host of the extremely popular podcast "The Toast" and has gained a large following on Instagram for her relatable and often self-deprecating posts. Claudia has been open about her personal life, including her struggles with body image and her journey to motherhood.

Claudia opens up about the misconceptions surrounding her online persona, her journey with Ozempic, and her decision to embrace motherhood. She discusses the challenges of vulnerability on social media and the importance of self-acceptance and living life on your own terms and finding fulfillment.

Jay and Claudia share their personal experiences with weight and body image, revealing the societal pressures and internal struggles they have faced. They explore the complexities of Claudia's weight loss journey and decide to use Ozempic openly in the public eye. Claudia shares her personal transformation and the newfound confidence she gained through her weight loss journey.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Overcome Misconceptions

How to Embrace Vulnerability

How to Deal with Weight Stigma

How to Build Confidence

How to Find the Right Partner

Remember, it's okay to seek support and share your struggles. Embrace your true self, live life on your own terms, and never stop pursuing your dreams.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! Tickets are on sale now. Hope to see you there!

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:27 How It Feels to Be Misunderstood

04:57 Protect Your Own Peace

06:56 What is Fat Camp?

08:34 The Struggle of Losing Weight

12:38 Responsible Use of Ozempic

16:20 Struggle with Self Image and Confidence

19:36 How Does Getting Pregnant Feel?

24:18 Getting Ready to Start a Family

30:46 Friends Change Throughout Your Life

33:08 Choosing What to Share About Your Life

39:45 Becoming a Content Creator

42:45 Learnings from the Corporate Life

46:16 Building a Brand as a One-Man Team

49:26 Smart Advice for Content Creators

52:49 Just Get Started

55:08 Stability is Beneficial in Running a Business

58:04 Running a Business with Family

01:01:44 How to Record a Good Episode

01:03:27 Know When to Listen

01:07:11 The Worst Type of Humor

01:10:46 Greatest Lesson from Grief

01:14:50 The Girl with a Dead Dad

01:18:37 The Dangers of Exposing Children Online

01:21:30 Claudia on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Claudia Oshry | Website

Claudia Oshry | TikTok

Claudia Oshry | Instagram

Claudia Oshry | Youtube

Girl With No Job: The Crazy Beautiful Life of an Instagram Thirst Monster
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1 hr 37 min
February 09, 2025 New England Patriots WR CHRIS HOGAN talks Brady, Belichick and overcoming the odds to become a multi-time Super Bowl champion
What was it like in the New England Patriots' locker room at halftime of Super Bowl 51, with the Pats losing 21-3, and having played their worst of half of football all season?
What could possibly have been said to motivate them to overcome a 25 point deficit and make the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history, defeating the Atlanta Falcons in overtime 34-28?
You may be surprised, and CHRIS HOGAN, one of the Pats' wide receivers tells that story; his personal stories of grit, determination and how every NO was turned into "eye opening experiences".
So much to hear from CHRIS HOGAN on this episode of The Approach Shot.

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1 hr 5 min
February 09, 2025 You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Introducing Bill Gates: The Untold Story of Who Bill Gates REALLY Is from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.
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How do you define success beyond money and career?

Do you think wealth should come with a responsibility to give back?

Today, Jay Shetty sits down with one of the most influential innovators of our time, Bill Gates, to explore the intersection of personal growth, technological innovation, and philanthropy. Bill reflects on his journey from a curious child fascinated by computers to building Microsoft and becoming a global force for change.

Bill shares candid stories about his upbringing, his parents’ profound influence, and the lessons he learned from their high expectations and encouragement. He also talks about his career-long passion for innovation and his views on climate change, the promise of AI, and the Gates Foundation’s life-saving work, such as developing vaccines and tackling malnutrition. His insights are not just about the cutting edge of technology but also about humanity’s moral responsibility to harness it for good.

A deeply reflective portion of the episode focuses on grief, as Gates discusses the loss of close friends like Paul Allen and Kent Evans, and how their influence continues to guide his mission. Jay and Bill share thoughts on how service and philanthropy can redefine success and leave a lasting legacy, with Bill underscoring the importance of giving back and the moral imperative for the wealthy to use their resources to create equity.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Innovate with Purpose and Impact

How to Lead with Empathy and Collaboration

How to Turn Failure into a Learning Opportunity

How to Use AI to Solve Global Challenges

How to Honor the Legacy of Mentors and Loved Ones

How to Find Joy in Lifelong Learning

Whether it’s pushing the boundaries of innovation, building meaningful relationships, or giving back to make the world a better place, we all have the capacity to create positive change.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:27 Early Exposure to Computers

04:18 Different But Exceptional

06:27 Pressure to Live Up to Parents Expectations

08:15 Genuine Parental Support and Connection

14:09 Growing Up with a Supportive Father

22:58 Are Schools Failing Children?

27:33 Motivate Your Kids Right

29:57 Undiagnosed ADHD and ASD

33:18 How Do You Deal with Grief?

40:21 Working with Steve Jobs

45:31 Healthy Competition in Business

49:46 Turning to a Life of Service and Giving Back

56:11 Politics and Humanitarian Effort

59:27 The Importance of AI Policies

01:04:14 Innovation Against Human Limitation

01:09:11 Tough Form of Self Love

01:11:37 Bill on Final Five

Episode Resources:

Bill Gates | Website

Bill Gates | Facebook

Bill Gates | Instagram

Bill Gates | Youtube

Gates Foundation

Source Code: My Beginnings
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1 hr 41 min
February 02, 2025 Brewers and Dodgers pitcher Jimmy Nelson shares his success and his frustrations with injury on a very real episode of The Approach Shot
He describes himself as a "science project", an athlete with all of the tools and the success that goes with it, but the injuries that kept him from "next level" success.
JIMMY NELSON, the starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers who finished 9th in the Cy Young voting in 2017, the same pitcher who pitched 177, 179 and 175 innings respectively in 2015, 16 and 17 battled injuries his entire career. He then reinvented himself as a reliever for the LA Dodgers with 44 strikeouts in 29 innings in 2021.
He pitched for 10 years in the majors, but had 6 surgeries and rehabbed for 7 years.
He shares the pains, the ups and downs and how the journey created the mental toughness needed to get through it all, on this episode of The Approach Shot.

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1 hr 2 min
January 26, 2025 NFL and Cardinal WR Frank Sanders led the NFC in receiving, was an All-Pro, plays great golf and was drafted by the CUBS?
What does a former NFL All Pro, who led the NFC in receptions do after he hangs 'em up? Well he literally offers his golf services for charity events, is President and CFO of a successful clothing company and (fortunately for us) stops by to talk about it all.
The charming, hilarious and thoughtful Frank Sanders is our guest on the latest episode of The Approach Shot.

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1 hr 12 min
January 12, 2025 13 year MLB pitcher SCOTT FELDMAN talks baseball and golf on our first new episode of 2025
It’s 2025! Our first new episode in the New Year is one of our favorites! Long time MLB pitcher Scott Feldman, who pitched in the majors for 13 years is our guest and together we wish everyone “Shalomha”! As the only Hawaiian-born Jewish player to ever play in the big leagues, interestingly Shalom and Aloha both mean “hello”, “goodbye” and “peace” in their respective tongues. So why not start the New Year with a new word? It’s just part of the fun we had with Felds talking baseball and golf!

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57 min
January 05, 2025 3 sport star BRIAN JORDAN talks baseball, football and GOLF! All Pro in the NFL, All Star in MLB, so how's his golf game?
He loves golf almost as much as he loves hitting a WR across the middle. His love for Missouri is only matched by his love for his adopted home- Atlanta. An All Star for the St. Louis Cardinals and a Pro Bowl (alternate) for the Atlanta Falcons, Brian Jordan's excellence didn't care which sport he played (though he admits to loving the contact of hitting a wide receiver over the middle more than hitting a home run).
These days his love for Atlanta extends to his Brian Jordan Foundation which provides scholarships for deserving students.
And when he talks about his annual Brian Jordan Celebrity Golf Tournament, his pride lit up the room.
BRIAN JORDAN is our guest on this fun-filled episode of The Approach Shot

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59 min
December 29, 2024 Ernie Witt- you know, he’s a pretty big deal in Canada
If you vacation in Canada and want to have people buy you a Molson, mention Ernie Whitt's name. He is practically royalty in Canada, a member of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and a beloved All Star catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays.
In fact, he was the last "original" member of the Jays, having been drafted by the Red Sox, but the Blue Jays took him in the expansion draft, as he was the anchor of the team for a decade. His power at the plate and his defensive prowess behind the plate made him one of MLB's great players from 1975-1991.
And man, does he love talking golf!
Ernie Whitt is our guest on this week's episode of The Approach Shot.

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58 min
December 22, 2024 Fiery and competitive, that's what made Wally Backman a World Series champion and he is our guest on this episode of The Approach Shot
What a way to wrap up 2024! Nothing like having a conversation with a member of the 1986 Miracle Mets and a WORLD SERIES CHAMPION.
WALLY BACKMAN is our guest on this episode of The Approach Shot and yes, he was part of the team that broke the Red Sox faithful's hearts. He too, watched Mookie Wilson's ball go under Bill Buckner's glove, but has a different perspective on that play and others.
He also gave back so much to the game he loves by managing in the Minor Leagues and was able to impart wisdom and fire in his players. That love and fire also exist in his golf game and we enjoyed every second of our conversation with WALLY BACKMAN!
Have a listen!

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1 hr 4 min
December 15, 2024 BACHELOR NATION- He's one of the faces of the franchise- BEN HIGGINS talks "The Bachelor", friendships within "Bachelor Nation" and of course, his love for golf
Dashing and Handsome? CHECK!
Sharp witted? HECK YEAH!
A great friend to Wells Adams and Joey Graziadei? YOU GOT THAT RIGHT!
Happily married? UH HUH.
Golf nut? YOU BETTER BELIEVE IT!
BEN HIGGINS is all of those things plus an amazing business man who runs a coffee business whose proceeds helps other non profits around the world. He's also a hilarious and great guest and we have him on this week's episode of The Approach Shot.
This is a must listen for BACHELOR NATION and even non fans of The Bachelor (gasp!)

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1 hr 2 min

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The Approach Shot is our golf “flavored” podcast. We call it golf flavored because we talk with our guests about the careers (on and off the field), their lives, their passions and (what sets us…