
One of a Kind Podcast with Nicy Duran
The show where we explore the stories we tell ourselves and the moments that got us here.
Nicy Duran
Show overview
One of a Kind Podcast with Nicy Duran has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 47 episodes. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 17 min and 38 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 weeks ago, with 5 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Nicy Duran.
From the publisher
The show where we explore the stories we tell ourselves and the moments that got us here. Proudly contributing to a culture of connection. "You know when you go to a party or a hangout with friends and you have a really good conversation with someone which wasn't small talk and you felt like you really got to know them? It gives you such a satisfying and fulfilling feeling of connection and humanity. That's what listening to this podcast is like! Also, it's funny."
Latest Episodes
View all 47 episodes#47 - This is Just Turbulence
#46 - Grateful for the Turning Points
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy discusses how turning points can be painful, but pain is data. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#45 - Your Hardest Moments Are Turning Points (with Dr. Stephanie G)
Dr. Stephanie G is an Existential-Humanistic Psychologist who started her career in criminal forensics but transitioned to private practice in 2020. She grew up all over the country including New England, Florida and Alaska and raised her two children in the Bay area for nearly twenty years. As a reformed overachiever, she now lives on a small farm in rural Maine, where she spends time with the people she loves and causing trouble in the woods.In this conversation, Nicy and Stephanie discuss the inevitability of crises in life, the necessity of slowing down if we want to grow, and living with vigilance. Please note that this episode contains discussion of suicide and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to someone you trust for support. In the US, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
#44 - Nicy Thoughts: Sprinting Towards Excellence
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy discusses the the benefits and cost of sprinting towards excellence and wishes all of you more cozy days. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#43 - Nicy Thoughts: 2025 Connections
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy discusses the joyfulness of connection. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#42 - Jesse Ough & Building Your Team
Jesse Ough is a national play-by-play announcer and host whose work spans ESPN, FIBA Media, and NBA TV Canada. He currently calls Division I basketball and football for the Big 12 and ACC on ESPN platforms, covers international events like the FIBA World Cup and Olympic Qualifiers, and hosts Basketball: Past, Present & Future, airing on Gray TV’s regional sports networks and NBA TV Canada. Known for his energy and engaging style, Jesse has built a reputation as one of the rising voices in sports broadcasting.In this conversation, Nicy and Jesse discuss the importance of growing your team (also known as the homies), investing in a hobby, and the beauty of never being satisfied.
#41 - Nicy Thoughts: Balancing Energy
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy discusses how having a strong community and balancing your energy enables us to navigate change. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#40 - Austin Camacho & Flow State
40 Episodes is WILD! Austin Camacho is the owner of Stay Power and Minute One Fuel and hails from the Inland Empire. He is currently a personal trainer in San Diego, California, and has a passion for empowering the everyday athlete through proven methods, storytelling, and fuel for performance.In this conversation, Nicy and Austin discuss the importance of knowing your values so you can achieve Steph Curry level flow state in your day to day. Austin also shares his experience with his first sprint triathlon and how preparing to do hard things will teach us how powerful we actually are.
#39 - Nicy Thoughts: Dream Out Loud
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy discusses the importance of knowing your goals and sharing them with others and how insecurities are meant to be conquered. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#38 - Uzo Ometu & Creating
New episodes are here!Uzo Ometu is a repeat guest on the One of a Kind Podcast. Uzo is a tech founder and creator who spent years working at media and tech companies like ESPN, Google, and YouTube and always knew he wanted to be one thing: The Black Rupert Murdoch. He has experience as a producer, researcher, technologist, small business owner and is a former journalist and failed athlete (his words). His love for content, community, and conversations are at the heart of everything else he does.In this conversation, Nicy and Uzo discuss their path to content creation, including the importance of finding your niche and setting clear goals. They also discuss the current explosion of dating content on social media and its real world implications.
#37 - Nicy Thoughts: Visualizing Possibilities
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy's discusses the value of visualization for yourself and others and the benefits of all emotions. Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#36 - Michael Hawthorne & Pivots
New episodes are here!Michael Hawthorne is a real estate agent with Pacific Sothebys specializing in first time buyers and coastal properties. He is a former Marine and hails from Louisiana. He is currently pursuing his undergraduate degree, while helping people find their dream homes and has long term plans of becoming a real estate developer. In this conversation, Nicy and Michael discuss the importance of taking control of your habits and therefore your time and that if we aim to learn from our experiences, time can never be wasted.
#35 - Nicy Thoughts: Change & Grace
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy's shares the challenges of change and the importance of giving ourselves grace.Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#34 - Isvari Maranwe & Privilege
Isvari Maranwe is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Yuvoice, a social media platform for social justice, created by activists, for activists. She is a former physics researcher, coder, and Silicon Valley polymath. She researched particle physics at the European Organization for Nuclear Research at 14 years old, researched with a Nobel Laureate in supernova cosmology at 15, and graduated Georgetown Law at 20. In this conversation, Nicy and Isvari discuss career changes, the unexpected consequences of the Me Too movement and the importance of using our privilege to help others.
#33 - Nicy Thoughts: A Home
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy's shares the value of trusting your own decision-making.Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#32 - C.J. Watson & Playing the Game
Episode 32 in honor of #32 C.J. Watson.C.J. Watson is a former professional basketball player known for his decade-long NBA career, during which he played for teams including the Golden State Warriors, Chicago Bulls, Brooklyn Nets, Indiana Pacers, and Orlando Magic. Beyond basketball, C.J. is deeply committed to philanthropy. He co-founded the Quiet Storm Foundation to provide learning opportunities and health and fitness activities that empower youth in his community. Today, C.J. is an entrepreneur, angel investor and author of a children's book series, "C.J.'s Big Dream," aimed at inspiring young children to chase their aspirations and work diligently for their goals. In this first ever in studio episode, Nicy and C.J. discuss everything from making career pivots to the lessons of parenthood and debate whether baseball players are the most elite athletes. Go Padres!
#31 - Nicy Thoughts: Unapologetically You
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy's shares her goals for 2025.Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.
#30 - Jose Duran & 2024 Reflections
Jose Durán is a San Diego based journalist and scriptwriter and the masterful editor of this podcast. He studied cinema at California State University, Northridge. He taught broadcast journalism at his alma mater and is an avid gamer and storyteller. In his own words, he plays far too much Call of Duty, is a hip hop nerd, loves movies, and believes Buffy The Vampire Slayer is the greatest show ever made.In this conversation, Nicy and Jose discuss the year's episodes, their goals for 2025 and debate a hypothetical fight to the death.
#29 - Steve Kays & The Power of Shoes
Steve Kays has over 30 years experience in multi-channel management, product creation, merchandising and sales at Nike and Nordstrom. Driven by a profound commitment to ensuring his work positively impacts others, he joined The World Shoe where he is the head of Product and Sales. The World Shoe is combating neglected tropical diseases with innovative footwear. Please visit theworldshoe.com to learn more.In this conversation, Nicy and Steve discuss why a new pair of kicks makes you feel so good, the importance of community, and how giving to others can help us break free from the cycle of achievement and feeling like we never have enough.
#28 - Nicy's Thoughts: Stay Kind, Stay True
Enjoy this month's Nicy only episode. In this episode, Nicy's shares thoughts on how the world sees her and the importance of staying true. As Maya Angelou beautifully said, "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you."Nicy Durán is an almost lawyer, a former Googler/YouTuber, an aspiring storyteller, and a forever optimist.