The Final Third: A podcast about life, learning, and growing
John Mesko
21 episodes
6 hours ago
Text me and let me know what you think! 🧩 Episode Overview (Long Summary) In Episode 21, John Mesko continues his “Difficult People” series by focusing on manipulative personalities—those who gain influence not through force but through subtle emotional control. He begins by clarifying that manipulation is a behavioral pattern, not a diagnosis, and it often overlaps with traits like narcissism or dishonesty. Drawing from personal experience, John tells the story of Nancy, a coworker whose mas...
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Text me and let me know what you think! 🧩 Episode Overview (Long Summary) In Episode 21, John Mesko continues his “Difficult People” series by focusing on manipulative personalities—those who gain influence not through force but through subtle emotional control. He begins by clarifying that manipulation is a behavioral pattern, not a diagnosis, and it often overlaps with traits like narcissism or dishonesty. Drawing from personal experience, John tells the story of Nancy, a coworker whose mas...
The Final Third: A podcast about life, learning, and growing
28 minutes
6 months ago
Body and Brain - Health, Fitness, and Aging
Text me and let me know what you think! 🎙️ Episode Title: Body and Brain – Health, Fitness, and Aging 📌 Episode Number: Episode #7 🧭 Summary: In this episode, John explores the intersection of physical and mental health as we age. He shares personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical strategies for staying active, maintaining mental sharpness, and living with purpose. Drawing from family history, personal experience, and scientific insight, John reflects on how aging is not about dec...
The Final Third: A podcast about life, learning, and growing
Text me and let me know what you think! 🧩 Episode Overview (Long Summary) In Episode 21, John Mesko continues his “Difficult People” series by focusing on manipulative personalities—those who gain influence not through force but through subtle emotional control. He begins by clarifying that manipulation is a behavioral pattern, not a diagnosis, and it often overlaps with traits like narcissism or dishonesty. Drawing from personal experience, John tells the story of Nancy, a coworker whose mas...
