In this premiere episode of "The God Hook," host Carol Costello introduces the chilling story of Richard Beasley, infamously known as the Ohio Craigslist Killer. In previously unreleased jailhouse recordings, Beasley portrays himself as a devout Christian, concealing his manipulative and predatory behavior. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Beasley's deceitfulness extends beyond the victims he buried in shallow graves. Listen to the preview of a bonus conversation between Carol and Emily available after the episode. Additional info at ( carolcostellopresents.com ) Do you have questions about this series? Submit them for future Q&A episodes . Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see additional videos, photos, and conversations. For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Supporting Cast or Apple Podcasts. EPISODE CREDITS Host - Carol Costello Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey Producer - Chris Aiola Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman Production Director - Brigid Coyne Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder SPECIAL THANKS Kevin Huffman Zoe Louisa Lewis GUESTS Doug Oplinger - Former Managing Editor of the Akron Beacon Journal Volkan Topalli - Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology Amir Hussain - Professor of Theological Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://evergreenpodcasts.supportingcast.fm…
Welcome to Looks Like Work. After learning, succeeding, failing (a lot) and learning even more, I decided to do what I do best and ask lots of questions. In this podcast I’ll be exploring work, career, entrepreneurship and everything that makes for a fulfilling and joyful life through conversations, opinions and curated content. Looks Like Work is a podcast by Chedva Ludmir, a serial entrepreneur obsessed with the future of work, reading, politics and curiosity.
Welcome to Looks Like Work. After learning, succeeding, failing (a lot) and learning even more, I decided to do what I do best and ask lots of questions. In this podcast I’ll be exploring work, career, entrepreneurship and everything that makes for a fulfilling and joyful life through conversations, opinions and curated content. Looks Like Work is a podcast by Chedva Ludmir, a serial entrepreneur obsessed with the future of work, reading, politics and curiosity.
In this engaging conversation, Lee Rotenberg shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of fun and authenticity in her work. She reflects on the challenges of defining success and happiness, the lessons learned from founding and selling companies, and the significance of being present and true to oneself. Lee discusses how her recent LinkedIn post about prioritizing fun in her next career chapter resonated with many, and explains why internal success matters more to her now than external validation. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of entrepreneurship, from the excitement of early-stage creation to the challenges of scaling and fundraising, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating their own path to fulfillment. Key Topics: Prioritizing fun and authenticity in your career decisions Redefining success beyond external validation Finding happiness through presence and mindfulness Navigating the emotional roller coaster of entrepreneurship The joy of early-stage business building versus the challenges of scaling The drawbacks of fundraising for founders Learning how to evolve and adapt throughout your journey The importance of taking action on ideas rather than overthinking Moving from ArtSetters to Ivy to Clay to Hulken Notable Quotes: "This next era of my work chapter will be one where I'm essentially focusing more on fun." "I want to have delight in my day to day more than I want to have success." "Being successful is being happy... being very present and not trying to think about what is next." "When you're able to truly just be you and not worry about the external voices or external wants, that makes me invigorated." "If you want something too badly, it rarely happens. When you're living your best self, you become a magnet for all different areas of your life." "People's biggest mistake is they wait to launch or they're overthinking the steps. You need something very shitty in a sense, because that's the only way it's going to get better." "Fear can still stay there and you can do it while you're scared." Lee's Powerful Question: "What's the why behind what you're doing? Ask yourself the why and be really honest with yourself on that answer." Resources Mentioned: "Let Them" by Mel Robbins - described as "the most life-changing book" Lee has recently read "How to Be a No Limit Person" by Dr. Wayne Dyer - recommended as motivational and energizing " You Are a Badass" by Jen Sincero - endorsed as an excellent read Lee's podcast with Alex called "Unfinished Business" - interviews with inspiring entrepreneurs Follow Lee on LinkedIn for authentic insights on entrepreneurship…
In this episode, Chedva talks with Georgi Enthoven, founder and author of "Work That's Worth It." They explore how to find meaningful work that balances personal fulfillment with positive impact. Georgi challenges the false dichotomy between doing good and earning well, and shares her journey from tech executive to purpose-driven thought leader. This conversation fits perfectly with the season's theme of questioning traditional priorities in our work lives. Key Topics: The meaning behind "Work That's Worth It" and why our career choices matter Finding purpose within our 90,000-hour career journey Challenging the divide between profitable careers and meaningful impact The importance of being compensated fairly while doing good How to discover work that energizes rather than depletes you Embracing a beginner's mindset throughout your career Notable Quotes: "You can't convince ambitious people to give up income. It's about finding options where you can do good and well for yourself." "I really want the kindest, most empathetic people to get to the top levels where they are pulling the levers of decision making." "If you are doing good in the world and you burn out in two years, we lose you." "Work that you're meant to do adds value to your life - it gives you incredible challenges that make you wake up eager to get out of bed." "The powerful question is: what is worth your 90,000 hours?" Georgi's Powerful Question: "What is worth your 90,000 hours?" Resources & Links: Purchase "Work That's Worth It": Available at major booksellers Calculate your remaining career hours: https://georgienthoven.com/ Follow Georgi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgienthoven/ Subscribe to Chedva's newsletter: chedva.substack.com…
Chaya Gilboa, a Talmud scholar and activist who grew up in an ultra-Orthodox community in Jerusalem, shares her journey of reclaiming Jewish texts that women were traditionally forbidden to study. The conversation explores the intersection of spirituality, embodiment, and challenging patriarchal systems, as well as how ancient wisdom can provide comfort during times of crisis. Key Topics: Chaya's experience studying Talmud as a revolutionary act The emotional and spiritual dimensions of reclaiming religious texts Integrating body and mind in spiritual and intellectual practice Creating new approaches to ancient texts during crisis and war Balancing calling, career, and family life Notable Quotes: "I was pushed out of the door and I looked for the window to go back in." "I couldn't breathe. I needed to take walks at Ben Gurion University because my body was not even excited, I was uplifted in ways that I didn't even know knowledge could uplift me." "For many years, growing up, I didn't really know my body. We never talked about the body - the body was something that either you are ashamed of or you need to cover." "I'm 41 and it's the first time in my life that I'm in sync with what I love to do, what I'm passionate about, what I'm good at, and what I think the world needs." Chaya's Powerful Question: "What am I chasing after, and what am I running from?" Resources Mentioned: Chaya’s beautiful website Follow Chaya on Instagram: @chayagilboa…
Or Alterman-Barnea, co-founder and CEO of Mekomot Shmurim (Safe Place), discusses how she transformed theatrical experiences for neurodivergent children. After her own son's autism diagnosis, Or created performances where the lights stay on, sounds remain gentle, and children can move freely without judgment—revolutionizing cultural accessibility across Israel. Key Topics: The concept of "relaxed performances" designed for neurodivergent audiences Creating theater experiences without surprises or sensory overload The power of community in addressing unmet needs Or's journey from cultural journalist to inclusive theater pioneer The philosophy of adapting systems to people instead of forcing people to adapt Notable Quotes: "When we started it and thought about 'safe place,' we didn't imagine what kind of meaning 'safe place' would have for us now." "Every single spoiler that you can think of. There are no surprises." "It's like we call it a 'shoosh-free zone.' Nobody will shoosh them." "Many, many families came and said to us, 'This is our first time in the theater.' And we're talking about seven-year-old children, nine-year-old children." "We're so used to telling this child, 'Listen, if you can't sit then go out'... But no, we will leave the door open. It's on your terms now." Or's Powerful Question: "When was the last time you thought about who makes the decisions for you? Who decides how people are supposed to dress, to act, to spend their free time, to sit in the theater?" Resources Mentioned: The 2025 Safe Place Festival is happening this month - details and tickets are here Big Umbrella Festival (inspiration for Safe Places): Lincoln Center Mama-Zone Facebook community (Or's previous initiative): Join here…
In this conversation with former Resonai COO Natalie Rozenboim, Chedva explores what happens when we achieve the goals we've worked toward, only to discover they don't feel right anymore. They discuss the pandemic's role in prompting career reassessment, the guilt associated with questioning achievements we've worked hard for, and how to navigate changes in what we want from life. Key Topics: The pandemic as a catalyst for questioning career paths The identity crisis of outgrowing professional achievements Guilt and confusion when questioning the life we've built Breaking free from the "sunk cost" mentality Generational differences in approaching work-life integration Notable Quotes: "There's like this pressure to find your thing, which has to encompass so many things. It has to be not only how you make a living, but also something you're passionate about." "You almost gaslight yourself. Like, why would I not want this? The problem is me." "We tend to think we just need to decide what we want and just go for it, but I think it's more of a continuous quest." "We mistake control for progress - holding tightly to answers gives an illusion of forward movement, even when we're standing still." Natalie's Powerful Question: "Am I building the life I want to live, or do I feel trapped in this life? And what am I going to do about it?" Resources & Links: Connect with Natalie on IG https://www.instagram.com/natalie_roz/ Kelly Mindell's blog post "The Year I Built a Life I Don't Want" Book recommendation: "The Neverending Story" by Michael Ende Article: "The Great Resignation and Rethinking Priorities Post-Pandemic"…
In this solo episode, Chedva Ludmir introduces the new season of Looks Like Work, focusing on three pivotal questions: What do you do when your dream no longer feels right? How do you reclaim a system built to suppress you? And how are you questioning traditional priorities? She explores the concept of "gateway questions" - those gentle inquiries that help us approach what we're afraid to confront - and shares why staying with questions might be more valuable than rushing to answers. Key Topics: Introduction to the three guiding questions for Season 3 The power of staying with questions even when we crave certainty Using "gateway questions" to approach difficult life decisions How world events have led to deeper questioning of our choices Notable Quotes: "When the world feels like it's on fire, there's this powerful urge to flock behind anyone speaking in exclamation points." "We need gateway questions, those gentle indirect inquiries that help us approach what we're really afraid to confront." "What I could ask myself at that point was: when will I be ready to ask myself that question?" Resources Mentioned: Chedva's newsletter at chedva.substack.com Previous seasons of Looks Like Work podcast…
Hey folks, I'm back for a solo episode and this one is especially lighthearted… no, of course I'm kidding. But I really wanted to take a minute to talk about grief and I'd love to hear your thoughts and feelings too. Links & resources You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie Smith Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
I first met Stephie on a retreat back in 2016. I was wildly out of my comfort zone, discovering a lot about the entrepreneur I wanted to be and about leadership - and a new incredible friend. Since then, Stephie and I have found that our value systems as people and as entrepreneurs are aligned, and I'm so grateful to finally have this conversation with her. We cover the place of questions and curiosity in entrepreneurship, inspiration and productivity, burnout and being a constant outsider and in-betweener. Links & resources Unboxable Double You Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Fair warning? This is one of those episodes. Ask me what’s it about, and I’ll respond by asking: what is it not about? I met up with Orit Gidali – like, actually packed my microphone and went to meet her – who’s one of my favorite poets and writers. Over a few glasses of red, we talked about… the human condition, I guess: Sorrow and joy, scarcity and expansiveness, attachment styles and meditation, divorce and heartbreak and exaggerated earrings and sex and passion and the brokenness of us all and violence and war and hurt and vulnerability and empathy and compassion. It’s one of my favorite episodes ever, even with the wine and acoustics messing up some of the sound - maybe even more thanks to that, actually. Enjoy. Links & resources Orit Gidali’s website ( English | Hebrew ) Sadnaot Habait creative writing school ( English | Hebrew ) Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Gil had a front row seat to startup life and to working with celebrities. That experience, as well as defining and differentiating himself as an Israeli lawyer in an American business school, has taught him the value of stories and messaging. We speak about startup life, marketing, influencers, career trajectories and important questions. Links & resources Stardust Ventures Silverstein Properties Gil’s podcast with Einat Ben Moshe (Hebrew) Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Many of us can be pretty jaded or cynical when it comes to spirituality - I know I can - but knowing Hila has completely changed my perception of spiritual guides. Hila is as funny, pragmatic, sharp and smart as she is spiritual and heart-led. In this conversation, we dive into notions of abundance and scarcity, ego, effort and how they reflect in life and work. Links & resources Hila on Instagram (Hebrew) Hila and Danielle’s podcast - My Happy Place (Hebrew) Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Hop into the time machine and join me and my friend Natalie Shell, Co-founder of Message Lab as we explore curiosity, creativity, the concept of rest and how we can grow in times of turbulence and be kinder to ourselves and to each other. Links & resources Natalie on Linkedin Message Lab TTT - the poem Natalie mentions Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
In this solo episode, Chedva offers reflections on personal narratives, brave question-asking an self reflection. She also explores: “Coming out” culturally as in between definitions Interviewing other people (or listening to those interviews) as a gateway to understanding yourself Self curation in an era of oversharing Links & resources Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Episode title: The magic of doing - with Lior Barr Episode description: Lior is an educator, a musician, a podcast host and editor and also the editor of Looks Like Work. What’s more interesting is Lior’s journey to being a digital nomad in tandem with his wife and baby, while defining his identity, building a brand new work-from-anywhere business and dealing with a world in upheaval. If you’re thinking about becoming a digital nomad or starting a new side project - this episode is for you. Links & resources Lior’s website Lior on Facebook and on Youtube Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
Some people are alarmed by getting “no” as an answer, some people are unphased by it, and some people – like Inbal Boussiba – hate it, and yet use it as their fuel. Inbal and I met up (in person! groundbreaking) to discuss the engine at the foundation of her entrepreneurship, both in the fashion world and the social impact world. We also went deep into our feelings following the last year in Israel - the judicial overhaul attempts, the protests to preserve democracy and the current war. So please note, we get political. Links & resources Belle & Sue FEZ Studio The Lost Treasure (Hebrew) Subscribe to the LLW newsletter Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!…
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