The hardest truth is often the most liberating: nobody cares about your career—but Erika Ayers Badan is here to show you why that’s your superpower. In this episode, Erika reflects on her groundbreaking tenure as CEO of Barstool Sports, the chaos, creativity, and humanity behind its success, and the power of building trust in unconventional places. From navigating criticism to balancing motherhood, leadership, and her own insecurities, Erika’s insights are raw, real, and refreshingly honest. Plus, hear how her new role at Food52 and a mission-driven board position are teaching her patience, perspective, and the art of reinvention.

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Stepping into someone else’s shoes can be an art form—or a lifeline. Actor and director Stephen Kunken, known for Billions and The Handmaid’s Tale, takes Dr. Jody Carrington on a journey from the depths of method acting to the joys and challenges of adoption, fatherhood, and enduring relationships. Live from New York, Kunken shares insights on embodying complex characters, navigating fame, and balancing the demands of a public life with the sanctuary of family. From his Juilliard training to roles that explore humanity’s darkest and brightest corners, this episode is an exploration of what it means to connect—to ourselves and each other—in a disposable world.

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Some relationships feel like a game of emotional tag—you’re either chasing or being chased. This week, Jody sits down with Logan Ury, author of How Not to Die Alone, to untangle the complexities of attachment styles, from the anxious-avoidant loop to the quest for secure connections. They unpack the psychology of modern dating, the burnout of endless swipes, and why a little self-awareness goes a long way. Logan shares wisdom on crafting dating profiles that spark conversation and her upcoming Netflix series, The Later Daters, highlighting love stories for those over 55. Whether you’re navigating breakups, parenting, or making the first move, this episode is a roadmap to more fulfilling relationships—one mindful connection at a time.

Logan Ury is a behavioural scientist turned dating coach and the author of the bestselling book How to Not Die Alone: The Surprising Science That Will Help You Find Love. She works as Hinge’s Director of Relationship Science, conducting research on modern dating. She also writes the popular weekly newsletter — Logan's Love Letter.

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