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"My First Time" brings together voices and stories on a topic that is to date highly taboo, but have a place in changing perceptions. These stories, once internalised, have the potential to improve the lives of millions, not only in Kenya but around the world, in putting an end to period poverty.
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Welcome to the Heart Centered Revolution podcast! We aim to uplift and inspire you by sharing wisdom and techniques from Kundalini Yoga. You will learn tools to feel connected to your true self, and to understand deeply what it means to be a spiritual being having a human experience. Learn more at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com/podcast.
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"Take Your Pills, Psychopath!" is a comedy podcast that delves deep into the gnarly, misunderstood, painful hellscape of mental illness and boldly laughs in its face. Hosts John F. O'Donnell and Ben Siy-Hian aim to bring together a supportive community of people dealing with mental health issues, i.e. "Psychos," who can motivate each other to proactively take responsibility as best we can for our mental health, i.e. to figuratively or literally "Take our pills." Episodes include interviews w ...
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Welcome to the Heart Centered Revolution podcast! We are Jen and Ramtin Pourvasei, and we aim to uplift and inspire you by sharing wisdom and techniques from Kudnalini Yoga and other consciousness practices. Listen to learn tools to feel connected to your true self, and to understand what it means to be a spiritual being having a human experience. Each episode ends with a short pranayam, or breathing meditation. Learn more at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com.
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Join Janet Mbugua in a thought-provoking discussion with Aryana Raj, Pinky Ghelani's daughter, a passionate advocate for climate action and youth empowerment. Aryana shares her insights on the urgency of addressing climate change and the importance of staying committed to impactful projects. Delve into her aspirations for acting, her observations o…
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Join Janet Mbugua in a captivating dialogue with Temina Semo, a lawyer by profession and advocate for women's self-care and empowerment. Temina shares her journey from aspiring filmmaker to passionate advocate for human rights and menstrual equity. Delve into her experiences as a content creator and her commitment to fostering positive conversation…
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Amidst Kenya's vibrant youth movement demanding recognition in politics and development, young advocates are championing inclusivity and highlighting the transformative power of youth participation in decision-making processes. This video showcases the compelling voices of young leaders advocating for their rightful place in policy-making and socie…
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This new development (concession?) is overshadowed by the heartbreaking reality: innocent lives lost, many injured, and others still abducted. Before that, gaslighting and a lack of empathy. This is still far cry from #TheKenyaWeWant. An mchanga account is asking for donations to support the families of those affected during the protests. Please co…
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Join Temina in a heartfelt conversation with Norah, a former school president and advocate for positive change. Norah shares her journey of advocating for school reforms, promoting online safety, and embracing self-care amidst social pressures. Dive into Norah's world as she discusses her passion for art, her aspirations for supernatural abilities,…
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In this episode, Anita Ndete hosts Daniel Mose , a passionate young advocate for child rights and football enthusiast. Daniel discusses the need to establish football clubs for girls to fight period poverty, support peers facing educational challenges, and combat child oppression. He emphasizes the importance of social media advocacy, talent shows,…
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In this episode, Janet Mbugua chats with Tumi Mathenge, a teenage advocate for climate change and social justice. Tumi shares her insights on period poverty, her passion for conservation, and the wisdom imparted by her supportive parents. Discover her inspiring journey and dedication to creating a better world for women and the environment.…
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In our season relaunch, we dive into the pressing issue of menstrual hygiene policies in Kenya and Africa. Joined by our insightful guests, Megan Mukuria , Innocent Indenje , and Lucy Wambui we explore the persistent period stigma and the harsh realities some girls face, including Sex for pads - sexual exchange just to obtain sanitary pads. Despite…
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Sat Nam, Unlock the secrets of manifestation with our special guest, Aryana Rollins, a manifestation teacher and author. This episode shares Aryana's unique five-stage approach to manifestation, but also offer a fresh perspective on how to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your desires. We also discuss Aryana's writing process for her…
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Sat Nam, Unlock the secrets of manifestation with our special guest, Aryana Rollins, a manifestation teacher and author. This episode shares Aryana's unique five-stage approach to manifestation, but also offer a fresh perspective on how to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your desires. We also discuss Aryana's writing process for her…
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Comedian and filmmaker, Whitley Watson, joins JFOD and Ben on TYPP! to discuss codependent relationships, being the child of an addict, the psychology of addiction, complex PTSD and a particularly bad psych ward experience. Enjoy and please share! Follow JFOD: jfodlovesyou.com. Follow Ben: @CornbreadBen. Follow Whitley: @videotapezzzz.…
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John and Ben are very excited to be joined by Psychiatry Resident Aryana Misaghi. Dr. Misaghi works as a training psychiatrist at a community clinic in coastal Georgia. She discusses harm reduction for people with substance abuse issues, the ongoing opioid epidemic, ketamine as treatment for depression plus lots more. This episode is full of inform…
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JFOD and Ben take a sadism assessment test to see who is more "clinically" sadistic. The results are shocking. Donate and get exclusive content: SupportTYPP.com. Follow John F. O'Donnell: jfodlovesyou.com. Follow Ben: @cornbreadben.By Ben Siy-Hian, John F. O'Donnell, JFOD
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JFOD and Ben explore the inner workings of the mind of the millionaire. Are there common traits that these folks all possess? JFOD and Ben also discuss 7 ways to bounce back from setbacks people may have in their lives. This episode also contains a lot of chat about the lifestyle of being a comedian. Enjoy and please share. Donate to the pod: Suppo…
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We have a hilarious guest on TYPP! this week. It's comedian Jake Silberman who has spent a majority of the past three years living in a van, as he tours the country performing stand up. We delve into the inner-workings of the psychology of the man who lives in the van. What's it like? How dark does it get? How does it feel to live outside of societ…
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We are excited to announce that TYPP! has a new cohost! It's the very funny and insightful Ben Siy-Hian. Ben is a great comedian and good friend of JFOD's. They hang out all the time and make each other laugh a lot. So why not host the pod together? Sounds like a good plan. In this episode, they introduce Ben, they talk about how John is thriving w…
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Sat Nam, Ever pondered the vast capabilities and intricate mysteries of your mind? Perhaps you've felt overwhelmed by the chaos and confusion it can sometimes bring? Join us as we unravel the workings of the human mind and guide you towards a more heart-centered, consciousness-driven life. We'll delve into how our brain functions as a lens, interpr…
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Sat Nam, Ever pondered the vast capabilities and intricate mysteries of your mind? Perhaps you've felt overwhelmed by the chaos and confusion it can sometimes bring? Join us as we unravel the workings of the human mind and guide you towards a more heart-centered, consciousness-driven life. We'll delve into how our brain functions as a lens, interpr…
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This episode unravels the transformative practice of expressing thanks to the natural world, as inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass. Our conversation is not just about gratitude; it’s about embracing a way of life that centers the heart and connects us to the present moment. To further deepen our exploration, we incorporate t…
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This episode unravels the transformative practice of expressing thanks to the natural world, as inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass. Our conversation is not just about gratitude; it’s about embracing a way of life that centers the heart and connects us to the present moment. To further deepen our exploration, we incorporate t…
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Sat Nam, Listen in as we unravel the relationship between habits and discipline, explaining how these behavioral patterns are hardwired into our lives. We share how how the subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in forming habits, and how discipline requires a conscious effort to make a change. You'll gain insights into how both positive and negati…
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Sat Nam, Listen in as we unravel the relationship between habits and discipline, explaining how these behavioral patterns are hardwired into our lives. We share how how the subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in forming habits, and how discipline requires a conscious effort to make a change. You'll gain insights into how both positive and negati…
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Oooops! I just realized this episode never went out on 8/12, so here it is now.... Have you ever found yourself lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to take a moment to just breathe? We've all been there, and it's in those moments that the power of mindfulness can truly transform your life. Join us on this heart-centered journey …
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Oooops! I just realized this episode never went out on 8/12, so here it is now.... Have you ever found yourself lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to take a moment to just breathe? We've all been there, and it's in those moments that the power of mindfulness can truly transform your life. Join us on this heart-centered journey …
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Are you caught in the whirlwind of overthinking, feeling trapped in your own mind? This episode might be what you need. We're delving deep into the pattern of overthinking, from a yogic and hypnotherapy perspective. Discover how your subconscious mind plays a critical role in this habit and how simple techniques can help you switch from fear-based …
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Are you caught in the whirlwind of overthinking, feeling trapped in your own mind? This episode might be what you need. We're delving deep into the pattern of overthinking, from a yogic and hypnotherapy perspective. Discover how your subconscious mind plays a critical role in this habit and how simple techniques can help you switch from fear-based …
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Sat Nam! Listen in as we unpack some powerful wisdom from one of our favorite teachers, Guru Singh. Drawing from his enlightening book, Levity, we share insights on the art of finding miracles in life's challenging moments. Click here to buy Guru Singh's book Levity. Click here to learn more about Guru Singh's online community, 13 Moons. As a bonus…
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Sat Nam! Listen in as we unpack some powerful wisdom from one of our favorite teachers, Guru Singh. Drawing from his enlightening book, Levity, we share insights on the art of finding miracles in life's challenging moments. Click here to buy Guru Singh's book Levity. Click here to learn more about Guru Singh's online community, 13 Moons. As a bonus…
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Join us, Jen and Ramtin, on a transformative journey as we explore the power and history of the Mool Mantra, a beloved chant in Kundalini Yoga. Hear about Guru Nanak's divine encounter by the river that led to the creation of this mantra and its profound impact on our personal journey. At the end of the episode, we share one of the pranayama we sha…
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Join us, Jen and Ramtin, on a transformative journey as we explore the power and history of the Mool Mantra, a beloved chant in Kundalini Yoga. Hear about Guru Nanak's divine encounter by the river that led to the creation of this mantra and its profound impact on our personal journey. At the end of the episode, we share one of the pranayama we sha…
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JFOD and Julianna check in with each other about their mental health before humorously exploring psychology content. This week they give commentary on whether it's a good idea or not to ban social media for kids. They also discuss 4 things that people can't control and need to accept. Enjoy and please share, like, subscribe and review! Support us o…
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JFOD and Julianna check in on each others' mental health before jumping into pieces about how to learn from failure, about whether or not wise people are happier, and 3 reasons somebody may want to cut off a friend plus more. Enjoy and please share! Support the show on patreon: patreon.com/jfod. Join the newsletter: jfodnews.com. Follow John on soc…
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Creating Safe Spaces on Campuses, for students to talk about their reproductive health and rights as well as violence, is important. But what happens when they feel like they've been seeking safe spaces for a long time and don't feel heard? We spoke with students at the University of Nairobi, I collaboration with UNESCO as part of their #O3plus cam…
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JFOD and Julianna check in with each other about their respective mental health situations before jumping into the interesting topics of how to navigate childhood psychosis, how PTSD affects communication, and 5 counterintuitive ways to fall asleep. There's lots of fun riffs, pontifications and sidebars throughout. Enjoy and please spread the word!…
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JFOD and Julianna explore articles about how you can be authentic and dishonest at the same time, how to silence your inner critic if you have attachment issues, and how to not lose your mind while using social media. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/jfod. Join the newsletter: jfodnews.com. Follow John on socials: @jfodlovesyou. Follow Juli…
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John F. O'Donnell and Julianna Maher delve into some great psychology articles and provide fun and (hopefully) insightful commentary. Topics covered include how to get a friend back after a fallout, how social media affects our brains, how to better remember to do thing, and how to cultivate self-esteem. Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/JFOD. Joi…
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JFOD interviews comedian and writer, Julianna Maher, who opens up about both her OCD and her ADHD. She also discussed what it's like to be a writer's assistant on a new Netflix show that is coming out. JFOD also discusses how he got let go from his weird copywriting job. Enjoy and please spread the word! Follow Julianna Maher: julianna_maher. Suppo…
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Abby was continuously bothered by girls in her community missing school, and the inconsistently of providing school girls with sanitary products. While on campus, she formed a group with her friends, to raise funds to mentor young girls and she's gone on to publish a book, which details the lengths to which undeserved girls and women have to go, to…
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Sheila Munyiva is a formidable actress who stunned on the screens in the critically acclaimed Kenyan movie, Rafiki. She continues to use her advocate for inclusion, whether that means diversity on screen or inclusivity and equity in Menstrual Justice. We spoke with her about how she hopes more of us can uplift those whose stories are often shrouded…
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When I met Fenny, I was drawn by her passion for social impact as much as her passion and enthusiasm for the flute! Fenny has grown up surrounded by the injustices she now spends a lot of her time working towards ending, as a core part of the Inua Dada Foundation team, at our centre in Korogocho. I spoke to her about how deep the issue of Period Po…
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TYPP is thrilled to have Clinical Psychologist, Billy Somerville, on the show. Billy and John cover a lot in the episode. Among other things, they have a venting session about the current state of our mental health system. Billy also explains the non-hierarchical worker-cooperative made up of social workers, a psychologist, and an administrator tha…
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This episode of TYPP is all about gaslighting. We learn from the Happier Human site what gaslighting is, how to identify it, phrases gaslighters use, how to turn the tables on them, and much more. We also learn about medical gaslighting from the Psychology Today site. Support John on Patreon: Patreon.com/JFOD. Watch John's stand up special: youtu.b…
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I've been up and down, out and about but that's no excuse My travels and engagements have however allowed me to begin to see the urgency in ensuring that access to reproductive health and rights information, is made available, NOW! I also talk about the Day of the Girl and how much more progress we need to push for, plus a highlight on World Mental…
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Psychiatric nurse practitioner, Hannah Rose, joins JFOD to discuss what the process is like to provide somebody with a psychiatric evaluation and what it's like to prescribe medication. They also discuss the state of mental health care in the America, the challenges of getting hospitalized when necessary, and so much more. This really is a great ep…
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Hey folks! Thank you for walking with our podcast and winning an APVA award with us! I'm truly inspired by the stories we've highlighted and your own passion to address matters to do with Social Justice. In this episode, I catch up with you all and tease what's to come, as we continue to push for Menstrual Justice and Sexual and Reproductive Health…
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We learn about how a reptilian's brain structure is connected to a psychopath's personality disorder. We also find out about tools we can use to not get overwhelmed by our emotions, and how AI is being developed that can identify the shortest path to human happiness. That, plus more, on this unlocked patreon episode. Support John on Patreon: Patreo…
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries, In this episode Jen explains the different uses of the word ‘sadhana,’ which can get confusing because the one word means 3 different types of daily spiritual practices. Jen also shares her experiences with each type of sadhana, and encourages you to commit to a sadhana that is a good fit for your spiritual journey and lif…
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries, In this episode Jen explains the different uses of the word ‘sadhana,’ which can get confusing because the one word means 3 different types of daily spiritual practices. Jen also shares her experiences with each type of sadhana, and encourages you to commit to a sadhana that is a good fit for your spiritual journey and lif…
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In this Patreon unlocked episode, JFOD goes through a long list of psychological disorders. It's not a completely comprehensive list, but it's quite a large amount. In addition to the list, there is also information about what each psychological disorder entails. The disorders are broken into 15 categories that include Neurodevelopmental Disorders,…
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