Best Annabel Ross Podcasts (2024)

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The Earthworm 5:22

2M ago5:22

5:22

Earthworms are arguably our most vital animal. They're quite funny too. (This one has been added to the podcast for a second time to be used in Derby City as part of their Wildlife Festival.) With many thanks to Nicky Scott, aka Dr Compost, Food Waste Educator, Community Compost Expert Dr Compost | Growing Devon Schools "I may have trained as an ag…

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The Wood Ant 5:59

2M ago5:59

5:59

Our largest ant species explains how vital ants are to our survival, despite his seemingly lazy life, he manages to make the effort. With many thanks to Professor Adam Hart, Entomologist & Professor of Science Communication, University of Gloucestershire Adam Hart And thank you to Gregory Ovenden for his ant recordings in this episode: http://www.t…

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The Maggot 4:52

2M ago4:52

4:52

Vital to our existence and yet maggots have never been a very popular creature but, Dr Erica McAlister makes this particular maggot seem almost adorable. With many thanks to Dr Erica McAlister, Entomologist, Senior Curator at the Natural History Museum, Author, Presenter @ericamcalister This one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens…

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The Woodlouse 5:14

3M ago5:14

5:14

Curious creatures woodlice, well I think so. I'm so happy I finally got to talk to one, I'd always wondered if they actually did eat their own poo. This one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens of Heligan. With many thanks to Lucy Lapwing, Wildlife Presenter and Campainger @lucy_lapwing www.messagesfromthewild.com annabel@messagesf…

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The Badger 5:58

3M ago5:58

5:58

After listening to this badger I think you'll realise that they don't deserve the bad press they seem to get. This one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens of Heligan. With many thanks to Steve Backshall, Naturalist, Presenter, Author, Campaigner www.stevebackshall.com www.messagesfromthewild.com annabel@messagesfromthewild.com Ill…

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The Broad Bodied Chaser Dragonfly 5:22

5M ago5:22

5:22

Dragonflies are out and about in all their glory across Britain now so keep your eyes peeled for them. This one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens of Heligan, called Voices from the Lost Gardens. With many thanks to Steve Jones, Author and Dragonfly expert @aparthenop on Instagram. If you want to hear the special bonus segment ab…

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The Bluebell 5:05

6M ago5:05

5:05

Bluebells are at their peak across Britain now and they love to be admired but they really suffer as a whole if any of them are trampled on. This one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens of Heligan, called Voices from the Lost Gardens. With many thanks to Nicola Bradley, Head Gardener at the Lost Gardens as she really brings these …

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S3 Ep 9 - Disordered Eating in ND kids 39:55

7M ago39:55

39:55

A conversation with one of our treasured Villagers about navigating eating disorders and neurodiversity. A first hand account and one we know many will relate to. Please note that this episode contains discussion of eating disorders that some people may find distressing.

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S3 Ep 8 - Sleep - The true night terrors 38:54

7M ago38:54

38:54

In this ep Char shares her horror story of sleep with her ND kids. We know this is a real thing for many of our Villagers and would love to hear your experiences too. Contact us on Insta @thevillagelanternpodcast

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The Oak Tree 5:00

10M ago5:00

5:00

An alternative to the traditional Christmas tree but perhaps more quintessentially British, The Oak. This Oak lives at the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall and comes from the collection I made for them last year: Voices from the Lost Gardens. With many thanks to the wonderful Dame Judi Dench, who really could not have been a more perfect Oak.…

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S3 Ep 7- ChristMESS incoming! 34:10

11M ago34:10

34:10

ChristMESS incoming!…as Anna, Bel and Char drag themselves to the 2023 finish line, they chat about the discomfort and joy of navigating the festive season and long summer hols in neurodivergent families. Grab a sherry/Aperol and a fistful of chocolate and come and have a listen… Show notes: Find our script for how to respond to some of the comment…

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The Berkshire Pig 5:14

11M ago5:14

5:14

A perfect winter warmer, this one comes from the collection I made for The Lost Gardens of Heligan, called Voices from the Lost Gardens. Jimmy Docherty really makes me laugh and he knows his stuff too - farmer, entomologist, television presenter and I would add comedian. Visit Jimmy’s Farm and support the Rare Breeds Survival Trust.…

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S3 Ep 6 - Dr Ross Greene download 38:00

12M ago38:00

38:00

Bel interviews Anna on her recent workshop with the incredible Dr Ross Greene. Dr Greene has developed a child-lead, exploratory approach to understanding the root of challenging behaviours and how to address the needs, rather than the behaviours. It's gold. Show notes: https://drrossgreene.com/about-cps.htm https://livesinthebalance.org/…

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The Short Snouted Seahorse 5:19

12M ago5:19

5:19

This interview comes from a collection called Voices from the Ocean. It is such an important series as we really know so little about the ocean. It comes to us with thanks to Gallifrey Foundation and Mission Blue, finding experts from all over the world to give us their time and energy so that we can be entertained whilst being educated. “With know…

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Seasonal Message from The Hedgehog 2:26

1y ago2:26

2:26

This is not a good time of year for hedgehogs in Britain so please take a couple of minutes to listen to this public service announcement from one. And please pass it on as far and wide as possible. Thank you. With many thanks to Yvonne Cox, Founder of Hedgehog Rescue, South Gloucestershire www.hedgehogrescue.info Feedback to: annabel@messagesfromt…

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S3 Ep 5 - ADHD musings 39:58

1y ago39:58

39:58

Anna and Bel share their thoughts and discoveries about how ADHD shows up in their families.

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S3 Ep 4 - Fit your oxygen mask first 41:19

1y ago41:19

41:19

Mental health for parents and carers of neurodivergent kids is hard to prioritise and maintain. Anna, Bel and Char talk about their own experiences and share some of what they have learned.

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S3 Ep 2 - School Again - Part 1 40:06

1y ago40:06

40:06

We talk about the gnarly topic of school and its challenges for ND kids. It’s only ever a small slice of the reality but it’s such a big one for Villagers.

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S3 Ep 3 - School Again - Part 2 24:52

1y ago24:52

24:52

Second half of Ep 2. There is never enough time to cover this gnarly topic.

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S3 Ep 1 - Lael Stone - Compassion, Connection and Acceptance 1:21:05

1+ y ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Kicking off Season 3 with the beautiful Lael Stone. Lael Stone is a speaker, educator and author who defines her passion as “supporting parents to understand their children, helping adults process their own childhood trauma and creating education systems that value emotional awareness." In this conversation we talk about the importance of compassio…

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S2 Ep 12 - Working and Burnout 45:32

1+ y ago45:32

45:32

In this conversation, Anna, Bel and Char talk about the many challenges of working while raising neurodivergent kids. All families trying to make this delicate balance work will tell you it’s a struggle, but when you add the Additional and complex needs of ND kids it’s a whole new level of challenge. We talk about the daily tribulations, the decisi…

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S2 Ep 11 - Siblings 44:43

1+ y ago44:43

44:43

Anna, Bel and Char talk about the extra, extra challenges of parenting more than one child with neurodivergent conditions. The fighting, the despair, and even the good bits!

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S2 Ep 10 - Education 45:44

1+ y ago45:44

45:44

Anna, Bel and Char scratch the surface of educating kids with hidden challenges. We talk about the complex, ongoing struggle of supporting our kids through the school years.

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S2 Ep 9 - Jordan is back and HoopNow 39:39

1+ y ago39:39

39:39

We welcome back Jordan and talk to Scott McCarney, COO of HoopNow, a basketball program for kids with additional needs.

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S2 Ep 8 - Quick update and introducing Takes A Village 3:28

1+ y ago3:28

3:28

Quick update on some updates to the podcast and introducing Takes A Village, an organisation supporting families living with kids with hidden challenges.

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S2 Ep 7 - Just diagnosed...what does it all mean? 34:55

2y ago34:55

34:55

In this episode Anna, Char and Bel talk about what it's like going through the process of getting a diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition for your child.

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The Tardigrade 4:43

2y ago4:43

4:43

With many thanks to Dr George McGavin, Zoologist, Broadcaster, Author www.georgemcgavin.com @georgecmcgavin Messages from the Wild on iTunes Illustrations by Annabazyl www.fiverr.com/annabazyl Feedback to: annabel@messagesfromthewild.comBy Annabel Ross

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The Peppered Moth Caterpillar 5:34

2y ago5:34

5:34

With many thanks to Matt Brierley, wildlife filmmaker www.sharksindeepwater.com @mattbrierley Messages from the Wild on iTunes Illustrations by Annabazyl www.fiverr.com/annabazyl Feedback to: annabel@messagesfromthewild.comBy Annabel Ross

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S2 Ep 6 - Introducing Bel and Char 34:33

2y ago34:33

34:33

Meet Bel Rattigan and Char Adorjan, our new co-hosts joining the Village Lantern Podcast. In this episode we get to know Bel and Char, talk about how we met, our shared joy and struggles parenting neurodiverse kids, and our hopes to change the world around them.

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S2 Ep 5 - Breaking News 5:58

2y ago5:58

5:58

A short episode to share some exciting news about bringing on two additional co-hosts to the Village Lantern family - Annabel Rattigan and Char Adorjan join Jordan and Anna.

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S2 Ep 4 - Community leaders - Saint Kilda Football Club - Kate Shierlaw 39:35

2y ago39:35

39:35

Kate Shierlaw is the Community Engagement Support Officer and an AFLW athlete at the St Kilda Football Club. In this conversation, we talk to Kate about the SaintsPlay program at the Club, which provides the opportunity for kids with intellectual and development disorders to learn footy skills, and be a part of the Saints community. We also talk ab…

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S2 EP3 - Personal Insight - Living in a neurotypical world as a neurodivergent teenager - Lola 42:16

2y ago42:16

42:16

Meet Lola. A brilliant, funny and articulate teenager living with ASD and ADHD. In this conversation, we talk about the experience of being diagnosed, identity, friendship, gender and living in a neurotypical world.

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S2 Ep 2 - Youth community changing lives one camp at a time. Flying Fox Dean Cohen 53:02

2+ y ago53:02

53:02

We talk to the inspiring and brilliant Dean Cohen, CEO of Flying Fox and AOM.Since 2014, Flying Fox has connected kids with special needs with the wider community through exciting youth organised camps. The network is comprised of volunteer buddies and campers to create positive social interactions in a fun and safe environment. Flying Fox is dedic…

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S2 Ep 1 - Anna and Jordan are back! 1:03:37

2+ y ago1:03:37

1:03:37

Season 2 finally launched. Anna and Jordan talk about what's been going on and what's ahead for the Village Lantern Podcast.By Anna Oxley Rintoul and Jordan Sandler

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S1 Ep 10 - Insight with the lot - personal experience, parenting, teaching and advocacy. Tal Spinrad. Part 2. 37:44

4y ago37:44

37:44

Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences …

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S1 Ep 9 - Expert Insight: Education, communication and understanding with deep care and love - Sarah Wright 47:15

4y ago47:15

47:15

Sarah Wright started her career as a high school English teacher, and went on to become an educational psychologist. Sarah spent 16 years at a special school for children with intellectual disability and co-morbid disabilities, a place she calls her "true love". Sarah then qualified as a clinical psychologist, and continues to work with special nee…

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S1 Ep 8 - Parenting : With love, protection and comedy - Rodney Marks 45:48

4y ago45:48

45:48

Rodney has been a comedian since 1991 using 'hoaxes and jokeses' to bring light and joy to private and public events and corporate sessions. Rodney is hilarious as well as deeply kind and caring and has a beautiful knack for exploring the human experience with both lightness and depth. In this conversation, Rodney shares the inspiring, unique and u…

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S1 Ep 7 - Rethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and changing lives - Chris Varney - Part 2 38:42

4y ago38:42

38:42

Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris's vision of a 'Rethink on Autism' is a shift from a deficits-focussed approach to a strengths-based one, and one that has touched and benefitted the lives of thousands of Autistics. In this episode we hear about how Chris made his dream of changing lives come true.…

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S1 Ep 6 - Expert insight : How awareness and understanding of ASD has changed in psychology and education: Deirdre Brandner 47:14

4y ago47:14

47:14

Deirdre started as a primary school teacher, and was driven to become a psychologist after seeing kids in the classroom struggling, and who were not receiving the support they needed. Deirdre has been a fully registered child psychologist (AHPRA) for over 20 years and with her interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder. We talk to Deirdre about kids, the…

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S1 Ep 5 - Insight with the lot - personal experience, parenting, teaching and advocacy. Tal Spinrad. Part 1 40:33

4y ago40:33

40:33

Tal Spinrad is a career Jewish educator and advocate for change with over three decades of experience working within all aspects of the Jewish community. Combining the passion of Ezekiel, with the humour of Mel Brooks, Tal uses both modern and traditional narratives to engage and reveal insights.In this episode, Tal shares his personal experiences …

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S1 Ep 4 - Expert insight : Developmental paediatrician explains autism from a medical view point - Dr Annie Moulden 46:55

4y ago46:55

46:55

How is ASD diagnosed in the medical world and how does it impact individuals?By Anna Oxley Rintoul and Jordan Sandler

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S1 Ep 3 - Rethinking Autism: Positivity, a mother's love and advocacy - Chris Varney - Part 1 40:29

4y ago40:29

40:29

Chris Varney is the founder and CEO of the first-of-its-kind I CAN Network. Chris has a mind-blowing CV, including graduating law, being recognised as the Australian Youth Representative to the UN, the World Vision Australia's Manager of Youth in 2009, and the recipient of the 2017 Supreme Court of Victoria's Best Achievement in Human Rights Award.…

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S1 Ep 1 - Meet Anna and Jordan 32:26

4y ago32:26

32:26

Anna and Jordan are a full generation apart (they think...). In this intro episode, they share their story of how they came together to bring light and love to the community living with hidden challenges. They chat about how they met, how they landed in this community, and what they want to achieve with this podcast and their lives!…

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S1 Ep 2 - Community Leaders Lighting the Way - Hawthorn Football Club and Justin Reeves 41:26

4+ y ago41:26

41:26

The Hawthorn Football has social inclusion as a key pillar of their community strategy. CEO Justin Reeves and General Manager of Foundation and Community, Kerrie Brewer join us to talk about their role as community leaders, and the responsibility that comes with having the influence over a significant proponent of Victoria and broader Australia, an…

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The House Spider 9:01

4+ y ago9:01

9:01

This is for Max, a Spider Ambassador, which we should all be really. Maybe once you've heard this fascinating House Spider, you may want to become one, it certainly changed my view of them. with many thanks to Peter Smithers, Honorary Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society Entomologist, University of Plymouth Messages from the Wild on iTunes Ill…

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The Dandelion 5:45

4+ y ago5:45

5:45

Plants have a message too and as it's Spring, I thought it would be a good time to give the dandelion a voice. A favourite of the Ashy Mining Bee. with many thanks Alex Morss Ecologist and Author www.alexmorss.co.uk @morss_alex Messages from the Wild on iTunes Illustrations by Annabazyl www.fiverr.com/annabazyl Feedback to: annabel@messagesfromthew…

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The Green Cellar Slug 5:32

4+ y ago5:32

5:32

Some slugs are useful. And funny. with many thanks to Dr Ben Rowson Senior Curator: Invertebrate Biodiversity (Terrestrial Mollusca), National Museum Cardiff https://museum.wales/cardiff/ Illustrations by Annabazyl www.fiverr.com/annabazyl Feedback to: annabel@messagesfromthewild.comBy Annabel Ross

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The Ashy Mining Bee 4:55

4+ y ago4:55

4:55

Messages from the Wild podcast has been hibernating (for good reason) but as spring has arrived in Europe now is the time to hear from the Ashy Mining Bee who will be out and about pollinating and building her nest in the ground in relative peace and quiet. with many thanks to Rhian Rowson Natural History Curator, Bristol Museum, Galleries and Arch…

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#024 The Highland Midge 7:50

6y ago7:50

7:50

With many thanks to Dr George McGavin, Zoologist, Broadcaster, Author That ends the First Season of Messages from the Wild. Please send any requests for animals you'd particularly like to hear from for the next season....coming soon. And please send feedback. Thank you for listening. Happy Christmas. Annabel Subscribe to Messages from the Wild on i…

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#023 The Lesser Black Backed Gull 6:48

6y ago6:48

6:48

With many thanks to Peter Rock, Urban Gull Expert, Research Associate, University of Bristol Coming up next...The Highland Midge Subscribe to Messages from the Wild on iTunes Feedback to annabel@annabelross.com Illustrations by Annabazyl www.fiverr.com/annabazylBy Annabel Ross

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