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From U2 to Hozier; Sinéad O’Connor to CMAT, Irish musicians have made their mark on the world of popular music. But what makes this small island a pop music hotspot and what does being Irish have to do with it all? Each episode of Popcheol dives into an iconic Irish pop song from a historical, musical, and social perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The G-Spot with Grace Alice is your new go-to podcast for all things sex and relationships. Award-winning sex educator, coach, and writer Grace Alice brings her signature warmth and wisdom to deliver a satisfying blend of education, empowerment, and entertainment. Each week, Grace is joined by some of Ireland’s most beloved personalities – from influencers and comedians to TV and radio stars – as they dive deep into the dilemmas we face in the bedroom and beyond. Expect candid conversations, ...
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Join two real food mamas ... so passionate we actually became lunch ladies. Let's reclaim your kitchens, and your health, one hilarious moment and delicious bite at a time.
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Explore the captivating world of Australian cinema with our podcast, where we delve into cult classics and mainstream hits from the 1970s to today. Discover iconic Australian films' stories, artistry, and impact through our insights and fun discussions. Whether you’re a fan of groundbreaking genre-defining movies or beloved blockbusters, our episodes offer a deep dive into the films that have shaped Australian culture and captivated global audiences. Join us to uncover the creativity behind ...
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Carla Allen is a Health & Wellness Coach and a Podcaster. She is 58 years old and is on fire for life and helping others realize that age is just a number! She has been passionate about the health and nutrition and fitness world for most of her adult life. Carla is on a mission to help change the mindsets of women that their age is not their cage. Her positive attitude about aging is contagious as she often says, “it’s never too late and you’re never too old!” She loves to encourage others t ...
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Even if you’re not in your 40’s+ yet, this episode is still for you! Who says strength training is just for the young? I love lifting weights! I love feeling stronger! I’m so passionate about advocating for the transformative power of strength training, especially for women over 40. It’s truly a vital part of maintaining health and vitality, boosti…
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Grace is joined for this episode by the ray of (very funny and lovely) sunshine that is Laura O' Mahony. Laura is a stand-up comedian, mom of 3 and you may also know her from her brilliant podcast Red Raw, which she co-hosts with Rob Heffernan. Yes, another fabulous guest from Cork! Grace and Laura chat about everything from Cillian Murphy to OnlyF…
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WALKING! I’m so excited to share this episode with you! If you know me, you know I LOVE walking and I’m so passionate about helping you to love it too! Walking is one of the most powerful ways to stimulate your digestive system, improve your sleep, kickstart your immune system, boost your brainpower, reduce your risk of chronic diseases, improve yo…
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Grace is joined this week by broadcaster and host of the Flop Culture podcast, Fionnuala Jay! Fionnuala and Grace chat about the differences between sex education today and when we were young, the rise of far-right fear-mongering around sex education, the myth that Grace is bringing around a suitcase of sex toys to schools, realising you've slept w…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! Join us for an electrifying conversation on "A Dingo Ate My Movie" as a friend of the the podcast, Brandon Hardy, returns to dissect the 2022 Australian horror sensation "Talk To Me." What happens when friends unleash terrifying spirits using an embalmed hand? We talk about how Sophie Wilde and Miranda Otto's …
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Grace is joined this week by content creator and host of The Voicenote and Queeriosity...hailing from Ireland's real capital, it’s Pádraig Wilson McCarthy! Pádraig and Grace chat and cackle their way through many different topics, from the lighter to the heavier and plenty in between. They talk about not having a clue about sex when growing up, the…
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On today’s summer short solo episode I’m talking about hydration. Are you a water drinker? Do you drink enough water? Thankfully I love water and I’m never without my water bottle nearby. I can’t imagine NOT drinking water on a consistent basis! But that’s not all that’s important about hydration. You also want to be sure your body is getting enoug…
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This week, Grace is joined by the fab fab fab Karla K. Karla is the co-host of podcast “The Unpopular Opinion”, marketeer and beauty educator from Dublin. Grace and Karla delve into some nostalgia around learning about sex (J17 magazine ring any bells?!), how the media we grow up with shapes our views about women and sex, why we should not be turni…
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Are you a label reader? Do you read every single label on a product you pick up like me or do you prefer not to know what’s in your foods? I encourage you to go into your pantry and refrigerator and start educating yourself on what’s in the foods that you're eating. You might be completely surprised by what you find! I’m sharing tools that will hel…
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In our first episode, The G-Spot is kicking things off with a bang! Grace chats to the charming TV presenter, podcaster and social media star that is James Kavanagh. Grace and James talk about his experiences of sex education as a teen (anyone else remember the TV being wheeled out to the front of class?!), finding support and friendship through th…
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The G-Spot with Grace Alice is your new go-to podcast for all things sex and relationships. Award-winning sex educator, coach, and writer Grace Alice brings her signature warmth and wisdom to deliver a satisfying blend of education, empowerment, and entertainment. Each week, Grace is joined by some of Ireland’s most beloved personalities – from inf…
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On today’s “Summer Short Solo,” I’m talking about why we have the tendency to want to get healthier, but doing the work to actually get healthier eludes us. But WHY is it so difficult, especially when it comes to something as important as our health and moving our bodies? I’m going to help you break this down and get at the root cause of why so man…
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Hey friend! Has being intimidated by the gym kept you from going? Do you feel embarrassed or inadequate and afraid you won’t know where to start? Are you nervous that everyone will be staring at you? Do you fear not knowing how the heck to use the equipment? I hear these comments ALL the time from women, and men too! I want to provide you with some…
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Today’s guest is quickly going to become your very favorite lunch lady! Hilary is a mother of 5 that healed her own chronic disease through the power of food and nutrition. Hilary also took action and didn’t just sit back and watch as schools fed her kids processed garbage. She said NO MORE and created an affordable, nutrient-dense meal program bas…
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On today’s episode, I have my lifelong bestie and my kidney recipient, Tammy Turner, back on the podcast with me! She’s live and in-person with me too if you’re watching on YouTube you can see us both. This is such a special time for us because it’s our ONE YEAR KIDNEYVERSARY! I donated my kidney, which Tammy fondly calls Rocky, last year on June 7…
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!🥳 Today is the ONE year anniversary of YOUR AGE IS NOT YOUR CAGE PODCAST! I released my very first podcast the same week I donated a kidney!! It was a very BIG week in my life and one I’ll never forget! Thank you to all my amazing guests for spending your precious time with me and sharing your inspirational stories and wisdom that…
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We have our first episode with a guy on my podcast!! I’m so excited to introduce you to Chef James Barry. James has spent 20 years in the culinary field where he started his career as a private chef for celebrities such as Tom Cruise, George Clooney, Gerard Butler, Barbra Streisand, and many more. He is also an organ meat expert and the founder of …
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Have you found yourself in this place? Do you think you’re more of a cheerleader or do you tend to think of women as a threat especially if they’re in the same field of work as you? I think this is where the saying “with age comes wisdom” is really appropriate for me. God has definitely done a good work in me on this one. It’s not always easy to ad…
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Ladies (and men), it’s time to get back in the game!! I donated a kidney less than a year ago so if I can do it, YOU can do it too! Seriously, there is so much complaining in the world about aging and how we feel as we age. It’s become normal to just complain that this is just what happens as you get older so you might as well learn to live with it…
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Today I’m chatting with Kelly Kohn. I discovered Kelly recently on Instagram from a post on Women Who Lift Weights and I was intrigued immediately by her story and her bubbly, encouraging personality and her daily motivational fitness reels on her IG page. Kelly is a mom to 3 boys, struggled with weight and exercise for years and then finally was a…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! Dive into the wild world of the "Barry McKenzie" movies with guest Matt Fulton. These cult classics from the '70s embody the irreverent and bold humour that makes them stand out in cinema history. Join us as we balance laughter with a look at the cultural impact these films have had. In this episode, we explor…
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We’re going to cover the action steps you can take to walk through this perimenopause/menopause journey with the tools you need to embrace the changes in your body. This can be a beautiful next step in your season of life if we equip ourselves and embrace it instead of dreading it. It doesn’t have to be awful if we’re equipped and empowered with th…
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Today, I’m chatting with a very special guest and she’s also family! My cousin Abby Paquet is joining me today to share about her family’s life and the changes they’ve made over the last few years to get back to a simpler way of life. Abby is a mom to two beautiful boys, wife to her high school sweetheart, registered nurse, photographer, Believer, …
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Today on Carla’s Convos we talk about how we start and end each day and why it’s so important. Being intentional with creating these daily habits will get easier and easier as you keep doing them. Consistency! Just don’t give up! If you miss anything, don’t beat yourself up. Just move on and start fresh! Before you know it, you’ll have created heal…
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My listeners asked so I’m delivering! I’ve had so many questions about homesteading and getting back to the basics after my February 28th episode on “Getting Back to a Traditional Way of Life | Homesteading State of Mind". So today I had the privilege of chatting with Liz Haselmayer. Liz is a homeschooling mother to three daughters and the creator …
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On today’s episode, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Kathleen Klug about holistic, integrated health and wellness. Kathleen is a 40-year veteran in the profession of Fitness, Health, & Wellness, and currently serves as an IIN Holistic Health Coach, a Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente, and a Speaker. She is also the creator of STAR…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! Brace yourselves for a spectral analysis as we team up with the Stiletto Banshees' very own Tab and Micah to dissect the atmospheric 2008 Australian film "Lake Mungo." Our latest episode transcends a mere movie review, venturing into the murky waters of the film's haunting narrative, its understated theatrical…
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I took a little diversion from my normal podcasts to focus on celebrating Holy Week leading up to Easter Resurrection Sunday. It truly is a journey filled with so many heart-wrenching and beautiful moments. It’s the story of Jesus Christ's journey to the cross, dying for us, and rising again on Easter Sunday. I share what each day means during Holy…
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*Rebroadcast of Episode 10 I’m sharing this episode again because I felt it on my heart to get this important information out there again. I’ve had several friends recently reach out because they are now walking through this very difficult season of life as a caregiver to a parent. I don’t want anyone to feel alone and overwhelmed because there are…
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Doesn’t it seem like more and more people are wanting to get back to the basics? There’s been an increasing desire to learn to become more self-sufficient as we get to know our local farmers and discover all the ways that we can provide for our families in a more sustainable and traditional way. We’re hungry to know more about the benefits of utili…
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Today is a fun, short episode! I continually receive questions asking what are my favorite things, my favorite products, my daily must-haves, and my favorite podcasts. So, I thought I’d take a few minutes today to share some of those with you. You can find the links mentioned below and also in my Linktree which includes my Amazon favorites. You can…
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Today on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, my husband and I celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary! I thought this was the perfect time to share my thoughts, encouragement, overcoming marriage challenges, tips for growing stronger together through it all, and tools that will help you to put on your armor and fight for your marriage and your family. Y…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! Strap in for a journey down memory lane as we're joined by the ever-insightful Matt Fulton to revisit the rollicking world of '70s Australian sex comedies. Together, we traverse the risqué landscape of "Alvin Purple" and its sequel "Alvin Rides Again," dissecting how these flicks navigated the era's sexual lib…
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On today’s episode, I’m sharing what’s been on my heart lately. A few topics include: women, community, friendships, my monthly women’s gathering called The Table, and also the incredible organization I’m involved with that I’ve been sharing so much about on Instagram - Warrior Women Intl. If you’ve listened to my previous episodes, you already kno…
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Pauline is a 71-year old ON-FIRE fitness coach! She is an online fitness trainer on her Youtube channel: Ageless Fitness Lifestyle. You can’t help but be inspired by the joy, enthusiasm and zest for a healthy lifestyle that Pauline has. She loves to work with women of all ages (particularly over 50) challenging them to wake up the fitness warrior w…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! This week on "A Dingo Ate My Movie," we're diving into the sultry and suspenseful world of "Snapshot," a 1979 Australian cult classic. Directed by Simon Wincer, this film, also known as "The Day After Halloween," is a hidden gem of Aussie cinema that blends thriller and drama in a unique narrative. Join us as …
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My daughter, Mary Grace and I released Part 1 of our Q&A from your listener submitted questions on EP24. Now, you can listen to Part 2 here! Our hope is that our conversations inspire you to grow, strengthen, and flourish in your relationship with your kids. Even if they’re challenging now, it’s not too late to change that. The time is now to inves…
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Today I’m joined by a very special guest, my daughter, Mary Grace Allen. It was such a treat to record this podcast together and answer your questions that you submitted to us. We got to walk down memory lane and share some of our best memories, laughs, stories, inspirations, life happenings, and so much more. We divided this into 2 separate episod…
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Carla & Tammy give you the scoop about the last six months since their kidney transplant surgery on June 7, 2023. We share our healing journey, stories that happened along the way, surprises, miracles, and a friend who was so inspired by our story that she has now been accepted to donate her kidney, and so, so much more! Join us as we celebrate our…
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Today I’m just sharing a few of my thoughts, updates, encouragement, self-care, health & wellness ideas, and just giving out a little support and accountability as we finish out 2023 and this holiday season! Grab your coffee or your earbuds and walking shoes and listen in on this short, solo episode. As always, thanks for listening! CONNECT WITH CA…
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This is Part 2 to episode 20 to further discuss breast implant illness this time from Amanda Porta (The Holistic Beauty Coach). We’re also joined again by advocate Robyn Towt who was on Part 1 discussing her breast cancer and breast implant illness. We really dug deep into BII, holistic health, beauty, botox, and fillers. So much to unpack in this …
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If you have BREAST IMPLANTS or know someone that does, this episode is an absolute must! Please share and help create awareness. You never know who you might be helping. In today’s episode I’m joined by Robyn Towt. We dig deep into the politics of breast implants, what is Breast Implant Illness (BII), common symptoms of BII, what is the FDA hiding,…
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Did you know that culture wants us to think that marriage is where sex goes to die? When actually people don’t reach their sexual prime until their 40’s, 50’s, & beyond! How encouraging is that? April and I dig deep into exposing the lies of what the world tells us about married sex and what is actually true. What does God say about sex? What does …
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Today I am solo and talking about my favorite thing…health coaching and your health! This one is for everyone and for all ages. I’m answering questions you’ve sent to me about health coaching, wellness, time, money, and is it too late. Join me in helping you to age powerfully and learn to become our own best health advocates! Here’s a few of the to…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! It's 1900 in Australia. A group of students from a girls' boarding school, brimming with the enthusiasm of youth, embark on what's supposed to be a carefree Valentine's Day outing at the iconic Hanging Rock. The ambience is idyllic, and the laughter is contagious. But as the day unfolds, this innocent trip tak…
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I’m doing something fun and a little bit different with two of my very favorite friends, Carrie Farris and April Larson. We are going to be doing an ongoing series that I’ll publish periodically where we will candidly and openly discuss mid-life, burning issues that so many women are wrestling with now as they navigate this new chapter in their liv…
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Today my special guest is Stephanie Rofkahr. Stephanie’s bubbly and infectious personality makes her such a joy to talk to and I know you’re going to love her! She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach in addition to an NPC bikini body competitor along with a long list of impressive credentials. Stephanie has a personal story to sh…
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Today I had the absolute pleasure of talking with one of the sweetest humans on the planet! Tamea Smith is 62 years old, has been married for 43 years, and has five children and seven grandchildren. Not only is she a flight attendant for the last 20 years but Tamea is a competition bodybuilder! She earned her pro card at the age of 60 and she now c…
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This episode with Julia Linn is about what’s possible at any age no matter the challenges or setbacks you’ve had! I had the privilege of talking with Julia who is 66 years old and is a fitness influencer, wellness expert, certified coach, author, motivational speaker, and a badass competition bodybuilder! She has reimagined what it is to be a senio…
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Like what you're hearing? Let us know! What would you do if faced with the daunting challenge of compiling a list of 31 Australian horror films from the 70s, 80s and beyond? How would you dissect each one, unearthing the thematic commonalities while keeping your nerves intact? That's precisely the task we've taken on in this hair-raising episode. J…
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