The Prancing Pony Podcast is a weekly show about the Middle-earth legendarium of J.R.R. Tolkien, hosted - for six seasons - by Alan Sisto and Shawn E. Marchese. As the show returns for its seventh season, Alan welcomes an all-star cast of co-hosts to join him as he explores the first part of The Return of the King! Alan and all his co-hosts are passionate Tolkien enthusiasts, and they invite listeners to enjoy their detailed exploration of Tolkien’s work, with smart but straightforward discu ...
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Intimacy Expert, Allana Pratt is a global media personality and go-to authority for those ready to heal heartbreak, live unapologetically and attract a soul-shaking relationship. This Ivy League grad is the Author of 6 books, has interviewed Whoopi Goldberg and Alanis Morissette, and Hosts the edgy Podcast Intimate Conversations: Season 11- Soul Medicine, where listeners learn how to ‘Become the One’ to 'Find the One’ which ‘Keeps the One.' A Certified Master Coach with close to 5 million vi ...
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/subscribe Are you tired of reading the same angsty hero narrative over and over again? So are we. That's why we're examining stories that feature rebellious heroines through an intersectional feminist lens. In this podcast, we will go deep into the latest bestsellers, comic books, and English class-worthy literature without taking ourselves too seriously. It's a book club for feminist literary nerds. So, grab a cup of tea, a cozy blanket, and ...
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Ivery and Gold is a YouTube podcast created by two lifelong millennial besties, Janae Ivery🙌🏾 & Amanda Goldstein👍🏼. As passionate fans of fantasy and science fiction, they skillfully explore the worlds of Anne Rice & AMC's🦇 Immortal Universe🧹, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter🪄 (she just simply will not be named🙊), and Netflix's🙃 Stranger Things👾. Not only are the Thoughts provoking and the Takes piping, but the Research is unforgiving. Join the Ivery & Gold Legion - be part of a vibrant c ...
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The Beyond the Cover Podcast, hosted by Lauren Cobello! In this podcast, we invite you to join us for captivating conversations with celebrities, influencers, entrepreneurs, who are all non-fiction authors. Together with Lauren and her esteemed guests, we dive deep into the pages of each guest's book, uncovering their motivations and the driving forces behind their stories. But it doesn't end there! We go BEYOND THE COVER and explore how these books intertwine with their broader business str ...
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At age 7, Sophia was struck down with a life-threatening disease. Faced with a choice between an unending life in the body of a child and her otherwise certain death, Sophia's parents had her turned into a vampire. Now, after 10 years of Christian home-schooling and near-total isolation, Sophia secretly plans on moving out the very night she turns 18. All her research, her online classes, and her natural curiosity have prepared Sophia mentally for the world she's about to dive head-first int ...
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The Wise Guides is a show that celebrates the WISDOM of WOMEN, in particular the powerful and unique wisdom of Amber's very special guests. If you are craving conversations and topics that go deep, often mystical and always practical (yes, we can deliver both in the same mouthful) but delivered in a digestible way, this is the show for you. Amber Petty has recently published her first book, THIS IS NOT A LOVE SONG (a memoir about mental health and love) - available at Amazon, Booktopia or ww ...
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Two young children arrive in a small frontier settlement on the wild and desolate plains of Nebraska, on the same day and by the same train. Jim Burden is a ten year old orphan from Virginia who has come to live with his grandparents, while Antonia Shimerda who's the same age as Jim, arrives with her large, immigrant family from Eastern Europe to try and eke out a living in the New World. The children find themselves thrown together as they live in adjoining farms. Jim tutors Antonia in Engl ...
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A quite North Carolina mountain town serves as the backdrop for this mesmerizing audiobook. Gollwitzer's connection to the local community infuses the story with an authenticity that captures the hearts of both local and international readers. The narrative immerses listeners in the life of Rainy Ray Holford during a defining summer, inviting them to explore the nuances of small-town life in a stunning mountain setting. At the heart of "The Summer Girls of Melrose" lies the enigmatic charact ...
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Candid Confessions: Making Love with Life & Embracing my Sacred Sexual Mojo
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Who the fuck knew I would cry at the end? What an honor to speak of Making Love with Life, one of my Allana Pratt Method Processes and address your awesome questions gathered by my social media department. There are many examples from my life and my successful client’s lives that show you what’s possible when it comes to you valid concerns around i…
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Client Rosie's Story and Healing Tools That Work
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I can't imagine what it takes to be a full-time family law litigator, own your own practice for 40 years, then get multiple coaching certifications and show up with such zest for life and joy for being alive... while simultaneously beginning to understand that feeling doesn't happen in the mind, it happens in the body... and that there are no feeli…
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Re-Airing of Debunking Loneliness to Design a Fulfilling Life with Blake Worrall Thompson
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Wow what a phenomenal blast from the past with my soul brother Blake! It gives me such joy to watch where we both were a couple of years ago when we recorded this episode and I just had to share it with you delicious ones again. Watch out for the next Intimate Conversations episodes with Blake that will be airing in November, it gets even juicer wh…
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The Spirit of Fatherhood with Larry Hagner Part 2
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Divinity is absolutely bonkers magical and amazing, of COURSE I welcomed Larry back to the podcast with the theme From Head to Heart as he shared with us the journey of writing his latest book, the Spirit of Fatherhood. And when he embarked on writing this book about faith, indeed his faith was tested. In the interview you will hear so many ego dea…
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The Spirit of Fatherhood with Larry Hagner Part 1
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Divinity is absolutely bonkers magical and amazing, of COURSE I welcomed Larry back to the podcast with the theme From Head to Heart as he shared with us the journey of writing his latest book, the Spirit of Fatherhood. And when he embarked on writing this book about faith, indeed his faith was tested. In the interview you will hear so many ego dea…
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Bilbo wakes up from his nap just in time to pass the Old Took; Alan and Shawn wake up from our nap just in time to pass the two-hour mark. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as Sam finally figures out where Frodo is going in the last of our three episodes on The Grey Havens - and the final episode of our six-season journey through Th…
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Candid Confessions: From the Painful World of Anxiety to My Heart's Intimate Truth
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In this episode I love talking about how to leave the painful world of anxiety, second guessing, fear-based strategizing, desperate seeking of understanding into the quieter wiser realm of the heart’s truth… which sets us up to descend even further into the hip’s knowing, the soul’s embodiment. I created this process based on all I’ve learned in th…
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Rosie is the girl that keeps Sam up at night, so they get married; we are the podcast hosts that keep you up at night - all we ask from you is to subscribe. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as anniversaries become dark days for Frodo in the second of our three episodes on The Grey Havens. Frodo suggests Sam and Rosie move in to Bag…
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Client Elizabeth's Story and Healing Tools That Work
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How magical that Elizabeth came to me back in 2015 and we began our journey together regarding intimacy with money and her relationship with her father. About eight years later she returned when shit was really hitting the fan and she elegantly had a spiritual breakdown~ breakthrough in her ability to let go of family drama and find her wholeness, …
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Spring surpassed Sam’s wildest hopes; Alan and Shawn are content just avoiding disappointment. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as the hobbits let the good times roll while rebuilding the Shire in the first of three episodes on The Grey Havens. Lobelia Sackville-Baggins finds redemption and popularity; the Gaffer shouts random prov…
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The Rapture of Intimacy with Self with Magda Kay Part 2
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What an instant connection with Magda Kay, it turns out we both have the same human design, we are both 6/2s, Hermit Role Model, and it's fascinating when you get somebody and understand them so instantly. It was also fascinating to me to learn what it's like to live in a polyamorous tantric community and discover the healing and freedom she experi…
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Merry tells Sandyman that he is “dirty and insolent”, and the obvious jokes about your podcast hosts write themselves. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark for one of the saddest hours in our heroes’ lives in the last of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Sam’s heart is broken by the devastation in his hometown, the hobbit…
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The Rapture of Intimacy with Self with Magda Kay Part 1
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What an instant connection with Magda Kay, it turns out we both have the same human design, we are both 6/2s, Hermit Role Modela, and it's fascinating when you get somebody and understand them so instantly. It was also fascinating to me to learn what it's like to live in a polyamorous tantric community and discover the healing and freedom she exper…
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Candid Confessions: I finally met the one...ME!
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In this episode I love how life provided aligned personal and professional stories to share with you so as to best answer your wonderful questions and support your intimate relationships in thriving :-) -Your first question was: How can I communicate my need for reassurance to my partner without seeming needy or dependent? -I discussed the differen…
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The Gaffer hopes that Sam’s behaved hisself and given satisfaction; we hope we’ve done the same for you. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as the ruffians hack, burn, and ruin everything they touch in the fourth of five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Flashbacks tell us about Lotho’s “business dealings”, as well as his mother…
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Client Kristina's Story and Healing Tools That Work
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I love this woman! Who knew both of us would cry so much!? Tears of gratitude, being moved that the 'work works'. We shared how the depth of safety we experience in our bodies now is magnificent compared to when we were trying to control outside circumstances to be good enough, pretty enough, safe enough, chosen for a job, chosen by a man... how gl…
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The voice is right, and your face is no worse than it was, Sam. Also true for Alan and Shawn. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as our hobbit heroes are just what the Shire needs in the third of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Sam gets a bit tongue-tied; Farmer Exposition, uh Cotton, acts as bait; and the big ruffian…
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Devotion to Love: Being the First to Own it with John Wineland Part 2
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Blown away as I imagined by return guest John Wineland. Right out of the gate as I expressed the theme of the month with turning anger into fierce love, John took us on a deep dive into the energy of anguish, when anger and grief are combined. He's so right, underneath my anger I always want to sob (and I shed some tears on this podcast). He spoke …
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It is rather a comic cavalcade that hosts this episode, but at least we’re not under arrest. Yet. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as Frodo and friends drive the two-feather Shirriff to exhaustion in the second of our five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. The hobbits don’t let nothin’ get in the way as they deliver bad news t…
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Devotion to Love: Being the First to Own it with John Wineland Part 1
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Blown away as I imagined by return guest John Wineland. Right out of the gate as I expressed the theme of the month with turning anger into fierce love, John took us on a deep dive into the energy of anguish, when anger and grief are combined. He's so right, underneath my anger I always want to sob (and I shed some tears on this podcast). He spoke …
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333 – Triple Nelson: The PPP Turns 333
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It’s time for yet another party of special magnificence as The Prancing Pony Podcast releases its third highlight episode: it’s almost time for our vinyl box set and reunion tour. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as they play listener-selected moments from the last eleventy-one episodes! From our visit to the butt store to the Witc…
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Candid Confessions: Feeling Anger is for Badasses
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In this episode I reveal why I created the Theatre of Redemption and why it works… and why many clients avoid it yet once they go through it the first time, their life opens up. I move on to answer (5) of your awesome questions... -1. Could you share your insights on the first steps someone should take when they feel completely overwhelmed by anger…
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No admittance between sundown and sunrise; except for Shawn, he can come and go as he pleases. Join The Man of the West as he welcomes back The Lord of the Mark as Frodo and friends return to a much-changed Shire in the first of five episodes on The Scouring of the Shire. Merry calls out a fellow Bucklander, Sam recognizes an old friend, and the ho…
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Client Amanda & Brandon Stories and Healing Tools That Work
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OK why is it that I lose my shit and cry my face off with grateful happy tears every time I talk to these two? I loooove them. Their bravery, willingness to do the work, to feel and stay connected to themselves and one another, their team mentality, their assuming the best with one another even when triggered, their honoring of each other's feeling…
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331 – Questions After Nightfall 27
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Tom talks in trochaic tetrameter today, triggering a trend. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South in his last episode (this season) as we answer listener questions in our 27th Questions After Nightfall! From popular misconceptions about Tolkien to keeping Gandalf on-task, from the nature of hope to the nature of Gothmog, our listeners …
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Re-Airing of John Wineland Episode from 2016
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Oh The Places You’ll Go! That Dr. Seuss book title reminds me of our growth and evolution as leaders! This blast from the past interview in 2016 with John Wineland on Intimate Conversations highlighted John when we both contributed to the Good Men Project. John has travelled world-wide teaching his vision of embodied men’s work and deep relational …
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330 – And Here’s To You, Master Barliman
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Dark shapes and dreadful things are terrifying Barliman; James and Alan will try not to make it any worse. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as the hobbits conclude their visit to Bree in the final episode on Homeward Bound. Barliman is deeply confused about this whole king thing, the hobbits wonder exactly what Barliman means by “…
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A New Story of Value for Humanity with Dr. Marc Gafni: Part 2
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I'm always left spellbound by the breathtaking honor of connecting with Dr. Marc Gafni. When he speaks every cell of my body comes alive, my soul feels ignited, I'm able to literally feel Eros in, as and through me. It brought me to tears. We spoke of his new book that I invite you to purchase, First Principles and First Values. Not only did we spe…
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Not all wounds can be healed, and not all episode descriptions can be clever. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we accompany Gandalf and the hobbits on their journey home from Rivendell in the first of our two episodes on Homeward Bound. Frodo provides an accounting of his wounds, Nob’s grammar skills nearly cause a tragedy, and…
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A New Story of Value for Humanity with Dr. Marc Gafni: Part 1
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I'm always left spellbound by the breathtaking honor of connecting with Dr. Marc Gafni. When he speaks every cell of my body comes alive, my soul feels ignited, I'm able to literally feel Eros in, as and through me. It brought me to tears. We spoke of his new book that I invite you to purchase, First Principles and First Values. Not only did we spe…
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Empowering Your Financial Future: From Money Mindsets to Building Wealth with Scarlette Joyce Rojas
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Join me as I welcome Scarlette Joyce Rojas, the powerhouse behind Money Mindset Wealth Management and the author of "31 Badass Money Mindset Affirmations." Together, we tackle the impact of early money education, the subtle financial nuances within immigrant families, and the transformative shift from debt accumulation to informed spending. Pathway…
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Wormtongue wishes he could leave Saruman; James is stuck with Alan for a few more episodes: make of that what you will. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as we get to Rivendell in time for a party in the last of our three episodes on Many Partings. Saruman offers some parting words to the hobbits; the Keepers of the Rings offer tot…
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Candid Confessions: Conflict as the Doorway to Connection
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I loved answering your questions so we can find the Gift in the Sh*tshow! First I shared about finding harmony in conflict: In relationships, conflict and stark polarities can often seem overwhelming. You asked, how can couples find the 'gifts' hidden within these tense moments? Can you share examples of how embracing conflict can lead to deeper un…
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Navigating AI with Powerful Perspective: Chris Perry
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AI advancements, particularly in chat GPT technology, are transforming content creation and sparking debate about the role of authors in a world where computers produce human-like content. These tools can enhance research, drafting, and editing, though human creativity remains vital to the production of great content. Chris Perry’s expertise is sho…
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Legolas is at a loss for words after visiting Aglarond with Gimli; Alan is at a loss for words after… well, never, really. Join The Man of the West and The Sage of the South as The Fellowship of the Ring head out on their farewell tour in our second of three episodes on Many Partings. Treebeard speaks his mind about orcs, gives excuses about Saruma…
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Client Myola's Story and Healing Tools That Work
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Life is amazing in that we never know the impact we make, whose heart we touch. Yet sometimes we have the magical blessing of knowing... like when I discovered Myola had been following me for a decade! She is an expert in her own right and we've been on similar Summit Panels over the years and I was honored beyond measure to discover she was ready …
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Real-Life Rom-Com Journey as a Social Media Influencer
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Ever felt like your love life was straight out of a romantic comedy, only with more awkward moments and less cinematic sparkle? Carrie Berk, the social media sensation and author of "The Real-Life Rom-Com," joins us to unravel what it’s like to navigate relationships as a teen with social media. With a colossal following that's nearly hit the 5 mil…
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Gimli offers to speedily fetch his axe, while James offers to speedily fetch his microphone. Join The Man of the West in welcoming back The Sage of the South as Théoden is laid to rest in our first of three episodes on Many Partings. Arwen offers Frodo a lovely parting gift, Aragorn gifts the Grey Wood to the Drúadan, and two kings struggle with gi…
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Astrology Guidance so Your Phoenix will Rise with Dr. Michael Lennox Part 2
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Oh my God I met a soul brother. How is it that some people you instantly have a ridiculous blast with going deep, sharing truths, instantly understanding each other, and championing each other's purpose? Dr. Michael is delicious! Exquisite :) Connected. On purpose and a gift to us all. We began our discussion on how dreams and universal symbolism c…
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Redefining Your Social Life with Sober Curiosity
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New Year’s Eve is often synonymous with blowout parties and champagne toasts, but for Hillary Sheinbaum, a serendipitous New Year’s Eve bet threw her into a sober curious lifestyle that’s both hilarious and enlightening. Hillary, a New York Times journalist and author of "The Dry Challenge," shares her accidental yet transformational journey into a…
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The reign of Aragorn Elessar begins, as the reign of Sara ends - quite possibly with her sailing off on a ship filled with cats. Join The Man of the West and the Shield-maiden of Rohan as Gandalf and the new king go mountain-climbing in our last episode on The Steward and the King. Frodo tries to be patient, Aragorn looks for a sign, and Arwen arri…
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Astrology Guidance so Your Phoenix will Rise with Dr. Michael Lennox Part 1
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Oh my God I met a soul brother. How is it that some people you instantly have a ridiculous blast with going deep, sharing truths, instantly understanding each other, and championing each other's purpose? Dr. Michael is delicious! Exquisite :) Connected. On purpose and a gift to us all. We began our discussion on how dreams and universal symbolism c…
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Embracing Humor for a Transformative Life Journey with Steve Rizzo, the Mindset Adjuster
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Imagine sharing the stage with comedy legends before they were legends, and feeling stuck, wondering why you’re not getting big breaks too. Steve Rizzo, the Mindset Adjuster, shares how he not only survived the comedy trenches alongside the likes of Chris Rock and Jerry Seinfeld but also how he turned comedy into a tool for personal growth. Through…
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It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for: The Return of… Ioreth. Join The Man of the West and The Shield-maiden of Rohan as Faramir tenders his resignation in our third episode on The Steward and the King. Ioreth educates her kinswoman, Faramir uses his Ask the Audience lifeline, and Aragorn gives Beregond a fright. We wonder why Dol Amroth harpe…
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Candid Confessions: Phoenixes Don't Rise from Checking Out
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Reclaiming Your Mental Health at Work with Natasha Bowman
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Struggling with mental health can feel like an isolating journey, but Natasha Bowman's story serves as a beacon of hope and resilience. Her tale is one of vulnerability and strength, as she navigates the precarious waters of professional identity, self-worth, and mental health, particularly under the harsh spotlight of the pandemic. As we explore t…
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Client Samantha's Story and Healing Tools That Work
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Talk about an awakening of presence, elegance, confidence and unapologetic ownership of her dreams... I loved this one on one girl night connection about Little You, feelings and love with my inspiring client Samantha. This recording came on the tail end of spending close to a week with her in Costa Rica at the annual Intimacy Retreat... and was ev…
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The Transformative Question for Success in Life, Love, and Business with Sonia Satra
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Sonia Satra traded her soap opera scripts for the pen of a thought leader by sharing the transformative question that can redefine our journey to success: Her book, "What If It Were Easy," unravels this concept. A simple shift in perspective might be all you need to unlock your hidden potential. Our conversation begins with the story of her husband…
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Put your own priorities aside and get ready to do the hard thing as you join us for the PPP’s ninth annual celebration of Tolkien Reading Day, observed every March 25 in honor of the destruction of the Ring and the fall of Barad-dûr. This year’s theme, as chosen by the Tolkien Society, is Service and Sacrifice — and wow, there are lots of great pas…
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Divorce Awakens Your Divine Feminine with Krista Williams: Part 2
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