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Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Molly Carroll, MA, LPC
94 episodes
1 day ago
What happens when one of your dearest friends also happens to be one of the people you admire most in your professional world? That’s exactly the conversation I get to have today—and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This week's guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Nicole Meier, isn’t just a brilliant creative—she’s family. We’ve raised our kids together, navigated the loss of our parents side by side, and cheered each other on as our careers evolved. She’s been a confidant, a mentor, and, without ...
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What happens when one of your dearest friends also happens to be one of the people you admire most in your professional world? That’s exactly the conversation I get to have today—and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This week's guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Nicole Meier, isn’t just a brilliant creative—she’s family. We’ve raised our kids together, navigated the loss of our parents side by side, and cheered each other on as our careers evolved. She’s been a confidant, a mentor, and, without ...
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Self-Improvement
Education,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health
Episodes (20/94)
Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Stop Talking About Creativity and Start Living It with Author Nicole Meier
What happens when one of your dearest friends also happens to be one of the people you admire most in your professional world? That’s exactly the conversation I get to have today—and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This week's guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Nicole Meier, isn’t just a brilliant creative—she’s family. We’ve raised our kids together, navigated the loss of our parents side by side, and cheered each other on as our careers evolved. She’s been a confidant, a mentor, and, without ...
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1 day ago
36 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Look, Feel, & Stay Young Forever: #1 Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright's Proven Protocol
These days, we all need practices that strengthen not just our muscles, but also our spirits. I’m with you in all you’re navigating, and I want Cracking Open to continue being a place where you can land, breathe, and remember: you are not alone. The stories we share here are meant to heal the body, mind, and soul. Recently, I kept hearing about how weightlifting can help you look, feel, and stay younger longer. Not only is it good for your muscles—it’s essential for your bones, joints, and ov...
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4 weeks ago
1 hour 1 minute

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
#1 Neurosurgeon on the Power of Manifestation and Positive Mindset (In Memory of Dr. James Doty)
This is one of the most memorable conversations I have had on the podcast. With a heavy heart today, I am re-releasing his episode in honor of Dr. James Doty on neuroscience, manifestation, and the power of focusing your mind and heart on what you know is possible in your life. Dr. Doty passed away on July 16, 2025, from medical complications following surgery. This episode was recorded before his death and remains one of our most beloved conversations. He was truly an incredible human being ...
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1 month ago
50 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
From Rock Bottom to Redemption with Lara Love Hardin
Have you ever hit rock bottom? I know I have—not with drugs or alcohol, but through anxiety, over-mothering my kids, or letting my mind hijack my ability to feel gratitude and joy. Today’s guest, Lara Love Hardin, is a powerful example of what it takes to rise from absolute rock bottom. Lara’s journey is extraordinary: from suburban soccer mom to opioid addict, incarcerated felon, and now bestselling author and advocate. Her memoir, The Many Lives of Mama Love, is a 2024 Oprah Book Club pick ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Sr. Monica Clare: From Hollywood to Holy Orders - A Journey to Authentic Joy
This summer, I found myself slowing down—getting quieter on the trails, more present among the trees, and stepping away from my usual morning routine of “to-do” lists, three coffees, and hustling to get people into my coaching programs. I got quiet. I sat with the parts of myself that feel uncomfortable and need external validation to feel worthy. I kept hearing the Zen Buddhist phrase: “chop wood, carry water". The wisdom is simple: do everyday tasks with mindfulness and presence. For...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
The Mystic Entrepreneur: How Jeff Scult Is Weaving Fashion, Purpose and Planetary Healing
Have you ever had a moment where time seemed to slow, the noise of the world softened, and you felt something ancient stir inside you? That’s exactly what happened when I sat down with Jeff Scult—founder, designer, and visionary behind One Golden Thread. Jeff’s mission is nothing short of revolutionary: to create a regenerative container where humanity can come alive from the inside out. He believes that the “gold” within each of us is the thread that connects us all. And in both life and bus...
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3 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Transforming Fear Into Peace with Thomas Jones and The Paradox Process
Some episodes feel especially personal—and this is one of them. This week on Cracking Open, I’m joined by Thomas M. Jones: psychotherapist, author, musician, and founder of The Paradox Process—an innovative technique that helps people use their negative thoughts to shift perspective and transform their lives. And in this conversation, I don’t just talk to Thomas about his method—I actually experience it in real time. Just one week before our interview, my husband lost his job. I was navigatin...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
From Tragedy to Advocacy: Song For Charlie's Founders Ed and Mary Ternan's Fight Against Counterfeit Pills
This episode is deeply personal to me. Not only as a therapist and podcast host—but as a mom to a 19-year-old son and a 17-year-old daughter. I’m acutely aware that most young people—and many parents—don’t realize the deadly risks of purchasing medication online without a prescription. Counterfeit pills are now deliberately designed to look exactly like legitimate prescription opioids. But what’s inside is far more dangerous than most people know. This week on the Cracking Open podcast, I h...
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4 months ago
54 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Rising from Ashes: Scott Anderson's Journey Through Loss, Burnout, and Renewal
“I was following my North Star and definitely loving what I was doing—just not how I was doing it.” ~ Molly Carroll I’ll never forget waking up one morning in Costa Rica while leading a women’s retreat. Surrounded by yoga, healthy food, and meaningful transformation, I should’ve felt alive and fulfilled. But instead, I felt utterly exhausted. So I took a solo walk on the beach—not to escape, but to survive. Even though I was in my zone of genius—supporting others and sharing tools for healin...
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5 months ago
46 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Whole-Child Health: Dr. Lori Baudino's Movement-Based Approach to Wellbeing
“Children are our greatest treasure. They are our future.” — Nelson Mandela Kids have always been part of my story—long before I became a mom. I’ve been a babysitter, camp counselor, teacher, therapist, and now a parent. That’s why this week’s episode feels especially close to my heart. But it’s not just for parents. Whether you're an aunt, uncle, teacher, coach, or simply someone who wants to better understand and support the next generation, this conversation is for you. Today on the Cracki...
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5 months ago
54 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Rebecca Rusch: 7x World Champ on TBI Recovery to Inner Peace
There are guests whose stories are filled with incredible achievements. And then there are guests whose stories crack you open—with their heart, their humility, and their humanity. Today’s guest, Rebecca Rusch, is all of the above. Rebecca is one of the world’s most extraordinary endurance athletes—a 7-time World Champion, mountain bike hall-of-famer, best-selling author, Emmy Award winner, and activist. She has not only pushed herself to the physical edge through rock climbing, whitewater ra...
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6 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Isaac Slade from The Fray: From Platinum Records to Personal Peace
You know how music can transport you back to a certain era in your life? I’ll never forget gathering in college dorm rooms and tiny apartment living rooms with all my girlfriends in our twenties as we watched Grey’s Anatomy. The show wouldn't have been the same without its unforgettable soundtrack, especially during those nerve-wracking ER scenes or the slow-burn love story between Meredith and Derek. So much of that iconic sound came from The Fray, the Denver-based band fronted by the haunti...
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6 months ago
1 hour

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
What My Father's Death Taught Me About Love with Lindsay Bomstein
Healing often begins in the stories we share—especially when we have the courage to tell them. Vulnerability doesn’t just dissolve shame; it nurtures inner strength. This week’s guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Lindsay Bomstein, beautifully embodies this truth. She opens her heart and shares her story with such raw honesty, gently reminding us that our truth is our superpower. At the age of 17, just four months after moving cross-country, Lindsay tragically lost her father in a head-on col...
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7 months ago
54 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Food as Medicine: How Grief Led Andrea Nakayama to Transform Nutrition
What are your favorite foods and drinks? For me, it’s pizza and coffee—no question. But at the same time, I love feeling healthy, fueling my body with nourishing foods, and living a vibrant life. And that’s exactly why I’m so excited to introduce you to this week's Cracking Open podcast guest, Andrea Nakayama. Andrea will change the way you think about food, healing, and love. In this deeply personal conversation, we dive into: ✨ The power of food as medicine and a path to healing  ...
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7 months ago
57 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
A Must-Listen: Donna Sacks on Angelic Guidance – You Are Light, Fear is an Illusion
I’m going to be bossy for a moment—this episode is a MUST-LISTEN. Trust me, Donna Sacks will make you feel better about your life, reminding you that you are deeply supported and loved. In this powerful conversation, Donna and I dive into: ✨ Angels, soulmates, and karmic lifetimes ✨ The Akashic records and soul contracts ✨ Out-of-body experiences and spiritual awakenings ✨ The power of presence, gratitude, and stepping fully into your purpose She shares an essential truth: “We’re very powerfu...
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8 months ago
57 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Cory Richards: The Climb Within-Everest, Addiction, & Mental Illness
What keeps you grounded? What activities, habits, and rituals help you stay balanced, healthy, and fully human? In this week’s episode of Cracking Open, I dive deep into these questions and more with our guest, Cory Richards. Cory is the first American to summit an 8,000-meter peak in winter, and in 2016, he reached the summit of Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. Cory’s now-iconic photograph—a selfie taken after surviving an avalanche—was featured on the 125th Anniversary cover of Na...
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8 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Heal the Body, Heal the Mind with Jaycee Gossett, Founding Teacher of The Class
“Dance is for everybody. I believe that dance came from the people, and it should always be delivered back to the people.” ~ Alvin Ailey This powerful quote captures the spirit of this week’s conversation with Jaycee Gossett, a founding teacher and VP of Experience of The Class, a dynamic exercise workout that blends yoga, dance, HIIT, and meditation. Focusing on more than simply getting into physical shape, this program also invigorates your mind and helps you process emotions through a fus...
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9 months ago
55 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Eboo Patel: Building Better Communities through Pluralism and Faith
I want to begin today by extending my deepest sympathies to the people of Los Angeles. To those who have suffered unimaginable losses due to the California fires, please know that my heart, prayers, and thoughts are with you. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the power of community—the strength we find in coming together as one. Fire does not discriminate based on our skin color, our workplace position, or the balance in our bank accounts. It impacts us all, underscoring the importance of ...
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9 months ago
48 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Fully Step Into Your Life With Christina Rasmussen
I don’t know about you, but I’ve learned that New Year’s resolutions don’t work well for me. Eat healthier, exercise more, and have more gratitude—those are the usual go-to's. Maybe it’s my Midwestern stubbornness that makes me think, “Don’t tell me what to do!” so I end up doing the opposite—eating more sugar, sleeping in instead of going for a run, and complaining more than feeling grateful. It's embarrassing to admit, but it's true. What I’ve found that works for me is to choose a word ...
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10 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
Neurosurgeon Dr. James Doty on the Power of Manifestation, and Positive Mindset
I will never forget the first time I read Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon’s Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart by Dr. James Doty. It completely shifted my approach to parenting, decision-making, relationships, and business growth. As this week's guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Dr. Doty shares his journey, from growing up in a tumultuous home to discovering the power of self-agency and the science of manifestation. He opens up about his successes ...
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11 months ago
50 minutes

Cracking Open with Molly Carroll
What happens when one of your dearest friends also happens to be one of the people you admire most in your professional world? That’s exactly the conversation I get to have today—and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This week's guest on the Cracking Open podcast, Nicole Meier, isn’t just a brilliant creative—she’s family. We’ve raised our kids together, navigated the loss of our parents side by side, and cheered each other on as our careers evolved. She’s been a confidant, a mentor, and, without ...