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Makes Sense - with Dr. JC Doornick

Dr. JC Doornick "The Dragon"
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Hello and welcome to Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick. We discuss the things that make you go "Hmm?" — the most pressing topics of contemplation in your mind as you interface with the reality of your day-to-day life. Are you open, curious, and ready to solve the mysteries of why stuff happens? Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses.

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In this episode of Good Shift, Dr. JC Doornick brings one of the best ideas from the Makes Sense Substack to the show: a personal board of directors made up of ten people whose lives, ideas, or courage inspired you. Not a boardroom with quarterly num... more

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In this Good Shift episode, Dr. JC Doornick takes the term "vibe coding," coined by AI researcher Andrej Karpathy in February 2025 to describe building software by simply describing what you want to an AI, and turns it on its head. Every repeated tho... more

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Helen Althea Urwin
Founder of Being Giant and transformational facilitator
Being Giant
Episode: Helen Urwin - The Woman Fortune 500 Brands Called in Secret for 30 Years — Finally Reveals The 9 Freedoms of Being Giant - E208
Danny Goler
Independent researcher focused on DMT, lasers, and consciousness
DannyGoler.com / corereality.org
Episode: Danny Goler: DMT, Lasers & the Hidden Structure of Reality: What Science Won't Touch (But He Did) - E205
Jim Kwik
Author of Limitless Daily, brain coach
Kwik Brain / Limitless Daily
Episode: AI Isn’t the Future Without HI: Jim Kwik on Human Intelligence & Becoming Limitless Daily - E202
David Linden
Neuroscientist at Johns Hopkins University, author of Unique
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: He Was Given 12 Months to Live. Here's What He Wants You to Know About Identity - David Linden - E199
Anne Hill
Ex-Scientologist and author of Joy Without Apology
Episode: Ex-Scientologist Reveals What Really Happens Inside the Sea Org (Tom Cruise, John Travolta & More) - Anne Hill - E197
Matt Grace
Author, recovery advocate, and speaker
Author of God Doesn't Relapse
Episode: He Went From Meth Addict to Millionaire's Therapist — Matt Grace's Wild Recovery Story - E195
Håkon Hyttedalen
Håkon Hyttedalen, mountaineer and adventurer
Hyttedalen family / hh.outofoffice
Episode: We Summited Everest Together — Then Went Back to Work on Monday | Håkon & Hanne Hyttedalen - E193
Hanne Hyttedalen
Hanne Hyttedalen, mountaineer and adventurer
Hyttedalen family / hh.outofoffice
Episode: We Summited Everest Together — Then Went Back to Work on Monday | Håkon & Hanne Hyttedalen - E193
Glen Lundy
Entrepreneur and transformational leader, founder of the 800% lifestyle
800% life
Episode: He Was Homeless, Jailed, and Suicidal — Then Built an 800% Business Empire | Glenn Lundy - E189

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Dr. JC Doornick
Host and principal figure behind the show, focused on making sense of complex topics and guiding conversations.
Mieke Doornick
Co-host, partner in lead conversations about relationships, teamwork, and personal growth.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Best podcast ever

    This podcast always teach me how to solve problems in our daily lives. I was inspired by the “puppets lifestyle“, “sense-making machine “ and “respond verses react”! It’s destiny for me to listen to this podcast! I love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MOCAYLY
    United States3 months ago
  • A Podcast That Inspires Positive Change

    This podcast has become one of my favorite sources of inspiration and personal growth.Every episode is filled with meaningful conversations and practical life lessons.Dr. J.C. Doornick explains complex topics in a simple, engaging, and relatable way.Listening always gives me a fresh perspective and motivates me to become a better version of myself.Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys thoughtful discussions and lifelong learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark M. Kinne
    United States3 months ago
  • Truly Makes Sense

    JC is a true healer. The depth of his care through his wisdom teachings in this podcast are a call for each of us to uplevel our lives by living beyond our fears and limitations. Love this. 🙏🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alana_4_potter
    United States4 months ago
  • Love JC

    Dr JC Doornick always says exactly what I needed to hear, he’s got a great way to articulate and say the thing that makes you want to improve and grow. I always leave in a better state after his podcasts and live streams!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KeyOnASun
    United States4 months ago
  • Good Advice

    Interesting conversations full of good advice. JC is a great host and is always learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodcastVictor
    United States5 months ago

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Helen Urwin - The Woman Fortune 500 Brands Called in Secret for 30 Years — Finally Reveals The 9 Freedoms of Being Giant - E208
Q: What is the process behind developing the Nine Freedoms and why were they created?
The Nine Freedoms were distilled from years of leadership work and personal growth experience to provide a practical, universal framework that helps people orient toward the future, stabilize under pressure, and lead their lives with intentional sovereignty.
Helen Urwin - The Woman Fortune 500 Brands Called in Secret for 30 Years — Finally Reveals The 9 Freedoms of Being Giant - E208
Q: What does being a giant actually mean, and how can someone know they're not being a giant?
Being a giant means recognizing and embodying a deeper level of presence, purpose, and potential; it's about turning attention inward, resolving internal conflicts, and allowing more of your true self to emerge in both life and work.
He Was Given 12 Months to Live. Here's What He Wants You to Know About Identity - David Linden - E199
Q: What is the biggest myth in neuroscience?
The idea that the brain sits idling until sensory input arrives; instead, the brain continuously predicts the near future and is always active, even when apparently not engaged in conscious thought.
He Was Given 12 Months to Live. Here's What He Wants You to Know About Identity - David Linden - E199
Q: What new insights have changed your view on heritability since you wrote Unique?
He notes that heritability estimates for traits like general intelligence have likely decreased to around 25% in affluent populations, and emphasizes that heritability varies by trait and population, with environment shaping expression and potential.
A Second Chance On Love - The Real Chicken and Dragon Story - Interview by Jennie Drollinger - E-194
Q: How did you know you were with the right person when you met across the table that first dinner?
JC explains that it wasn't about a conventional checklist but a felt sense of home and an undeniable presence, which grew stronger as the evening progressed and they connected on multiple levels.

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