Best Carla Allen Podcasts (2024)

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S6, Ep 9: Solo Mum Society founder, author and podcast host, Alisha Burns 1:00:25

4h ago1:00:25

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We discuss more about….. The transition from corporate life to focusing on solo motherhood. The joys and challenges of parenting during a global pandemic. Her mother’s health crisis and its impact on her responsibilities. The process of writing her book featuring stories of 20 Australian SMBCs. Strategies for achieving a better work/life balance. P…

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We Talk Banking and Finance: Private Credit with Nick Smith from AIMA 11:58

19h ago11:58

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In this episode of We Talk Banking and Finance, partners Julia Keppe and Zoë Hallam are joined by Nick Smith, Managing Director - Private Credit from the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) to discuss the latest trends in the market, renewed demand for Private Credit and what we may be seeing in the industry a year from now.…

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Episode 5 Joel Hensman, designing a life you want 33:31

7d ago33:31

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In this episode of B and B we talk to Joel Hensman. Joel is currently a senior farm systems consultant at Perrin Ag. He has worked on farms, in technology, as a farm consultant, a rural banker and a home school teacher. We chat with Joel about how he takes care of his own mental health and how his family has designed a life that they want to live.…

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46 | Why Do We Find It So Hard To Get Healthy & Exercise? 19:21

7d ago19:21

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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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Epidode 4 James Allen. Leading, learning and listening. 23:26

14d ago23:26

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In this episode of B and B we talk to James Allen. James is currently the CEO of Agfirst a large primary industries consulting group. He is a Nuffield Scholar, part of the 2023 intake. He is the immediate past Chairperson of the National Agricultural Fieldays and a former Young Farmer of the Year grand final contestant. We chat with James about how…

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45 | Gym Intimidation: Everyone Was A Beginner Once! Overcoming Your Fear To Conquer Gym-Phobia 14:59

14d ago14:59

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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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S6, Ep 8: “Accidental” SMBC through foster to open adoption with Elizabeth Friedland 1:04:07

14d ago1:04:07

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We discuss more about….. Elizabeth’s journey to fostering and adoption. Balancing professional life with motherhood. The emotional and logistical challenges of fostering. dating and introducing our children to a future partner. Building and relying on a support system. Insights and advice for those considering fostering or adoption. Connect with El…

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44 | Hilary Boynton - School of Lunch: Food Is Medicine, Gut Health, GAPs Diet, Eating Nutrient-Dense Foods, & Children’s Health 1:12:12

21d ago1:12:12

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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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Episode 3. Bart van de Ven. Being proactive and identifying the sweet spot. 45:37

21d ago45:37

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Bart van de Ven is a self-proclaimed top 50% farmer, he and his wife Vanessa, and his two children are Herd Owning Share milkers in the Waikato. Bart has never been shy about sharing some of his farming highlights and lowlights on social media. So we talked to him about his story and how he finds the sweet spot. How he recognises when it's time to …

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Walking An Ancient Path E-Book with 20th Anniversary Epilogue Available Now! 37:00

25d ago37:00

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What's changed since 2005 in the spirituality, the practitioners and in Karen's head? Find out with in the 20th Anniversary Epilogue only available in this E-book version of Walking An Ancient Path. https://amzn.to/3VnA3w5 $6.99 at Amazon.By Karen Tate

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Olivia Caldwell. Media, the words we tell ourselves and finding your gift. 34:35

28d ago34:35

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Olivia Caldwell has been involved in the media for 16 years across multiple platforms. Originating off a dairy farm in Southland, she has passion for the rural industry and telling the grass roots stories from everyday kiwis. She gives us an insight on everything from how she found her gift through to writing a book on dating disasters.…

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43 | Our Kidney Transplant Journey One Year Later: Tammy’s Miraculous Healing and The New Ending to Her Story 39:28

28d ago39:28

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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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S6, Ep 7: SMBC to two through adoption with Emily Driscoll 49:35

28d ago49:35

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We discuss more about….. Emily's initial adoption research and the steps involved in the process. The emotional journey and uncertainties of getting matched. The costs and logistical aspects of adopting in the U.S. Adjusting to motherhood and balancing work with childcare. The importance of support and strong friendships in solo motherhood. More in…

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Walking An Ancient Path 20th Anniversary Epilogue w/Karen Tate 36:00

29d ago36:00

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My award winning second book, Walking An Ancient Path; Rebirthing Goddess on Planet Earth, a finalist in the National Best Books 2008 Awards, was released back in 2006 without an e-book version. But now that e-book is being released on Amazon with a 20th Anniversary Epilogue updating the book as I look at what's happened in the past two decades sin…

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Todd Muller. Climbing to the top and realising the view isn't what you thought it would be. 40:52

1M ago40:52

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Todd Muller. We talk to Todd about the factors leading into his very public struggles with mental health and his resignation as leader of the National Party in 2020. What lessons he has learnt from growing up in the Bay of Plenty, through to the several primary industry roles he has held to his new role on the board of Iam Hope. Todd's honest conve…

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42 | Your Age Is Not Your Cage One Year Anniversary 31:01

1M ago31:01

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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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S6, Ep 6: Celine Charlotte, a quick journey from considering to parenting 1:11:21

1M ago1:11:21

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We discuss more about….. Celine's transition into embracing single motherhood. The challenges and emotional journey of egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Moving from the Netherlands to Sedona, and eventually to New York City. The vital role of community and support for SMBCs. Balancing business and motherhood, and the importance of surrounding ones…

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41 | Celebrity Chef James Barry & Founder of PLUCK Superfood Seasoning 1:47:07

1M ago1:47:07

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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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40 | Cheering Women On: Let’s Be Cheerleaders Instead of Seeing Each Other as a Threat 25:53

2M ago25:53

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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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39 | Women Actively & Powerfully Aging: It’s not over, you’re not too old, & it’s not too late! 34:21

2M ago34:21

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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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S6, Ep 5: Luisa Ruge, SMBC in Colombia 59:00

2M ago59:00

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We discuss more about….. What the fertility process looks like in Colombia The raw emotions while undergoing IV Deciding whether or not to have a second child Support and expectations during pregnancy and postpartum More info about 1:1 coaching, group coaching and community groups with The Single Greatest Choice at www.singlegreatestchoice.com/ Mor…

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38 | Breast Cancer Survivor Kelly Kohn: Her Health & Fitness Journey, Winning the Battle Against Breast Cancer, and Her Passion to Pursue Her Dreams & Help Other Women 42:17

2M ago42:17

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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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S6, Ep 4: Danielle Winston, The Seed Scout 58:53

2M ago58:53

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When Danielle and Paige were ready to grow their family, they knew the route of a traditional sperm bank wasn't right for them. They went to great lengths to find a known donor by tapping into their own network and doing a TON of legwork. After walking that path themselves, they decided to create The Seed Scout to help other families who were looki…

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37 | Perimenopause & Menopause: Equipping Women to Change the Narrative and Believe You Can Feel Good Again! 27:01

2M ago27:01

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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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Paquet Family Farm: Homesteading & Returning to The Simple Things in Life 57:46

3M ago57:46

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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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Carla’s Convos: Daily Routines for Healthy Habits & Consistent Rhythms 17:12

3M ago17:12

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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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S6, Ep 3: thoughts on a second child as a SMBC 51:50

3M ago51:50

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If you’ve been going back and forth about whether or not to have a second child as a SMBC, you’re not alone! I frequently get asked about this topic, and it’s one that’s on my mind a lot these days. From making decisions about egg and embryo freezing to deciding on spacing between children to weighing the pros and cons of being “one and done”...the…

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Welsh Goddess Myths & the Modern Woman with Shelli Enteen 1:15:00

3M ago1:15:00

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Happy to have Shellie Enteen return to the show to continue our conversation about the treasure trove that mythology of the Welsh Goddesses still holds for today's women. Shellie, an author, astrologer, interfaith minister, aromatherapist, educator, reiki master and public speaker has extensively researched the Druids for her trilogy, Revealing the…

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Liz Haselmayer: Homegrown Education | Foundations of Homesteading and Nourished Families 1:01:42

3M ago1:01:42

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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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We Talk Banking & Finance podcast: Cross-Border Restructuring with Nick Charlwood, Partner at Allen & Overy 15:50

3M ago15:50

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In the latest episode of We Talk Banking and Finance, host and Walkers partner Zoë Hallam is joined by Nick Charlwood, partner at Allen and Overy in their Global Restructuring practice, and Walkers partner Jon Le Rossignol to discuss cross-border restructuring and some key things we're seeing so far in 2024. Nick also talks about real estate transa…

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START With ONE - A Simple Approach to Upgrade Your Health: Mind, Body, & Spirit with Kathleen Klug 1:02:17

3M ago1:02:17

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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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S6, Ep 2: Meredith Kate, host of The Backup Plan Podcast 56:33

3M ago56:33

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For years, Meredith and her gay best friend had a running joke that if they were both still single without kids by a certain point, they’d have a child together. Recently, Meredith decided it was time to take that joke seriously. In our conversation, she’ll explain more about her decision, the arrangements she’s making with her known donor, and how…

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The time machine of tradition with Brìghde Chaimbeul, Sam Amidon, Linda Buckley and Rhodri Davies 31:36

3M ago31:36

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Brìghde Chaimbeul, Rhodri Davies, Sam Amidon and Linda Buckley discuss the roles of tradition and place in music, and what they might think about when performing. Brìghde Chaimbeul is a Gaelic musician, composer and bagpipe player. Her music stems from traditional Gaelic material, particularly sourced from archival recordings, of songs, stories and…

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Artemis, The Goddess Who Changed the World with Dr Carla Ionescu 1:25:00

3M ago1:25:00

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I'm thrilled to speak to leading Artemis expert, Dr. Carla Ionescu who has published several papers and authored a recent book titled "She Who Hunts - Artemis, The Goddess Who Changed the World." Dr. Carla has become a respected authority on the subject and her work has not only advanced our understanding of ancient beliefs and rituals, but has als…

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A Journey Through Holy Week to Easter Sunday 28:18

4M ago28:18

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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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Limitations are limitless, with Caterina Barbieri, Kali Malone, Moritz Von Oswald and Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe 30:20

4M ago30:20

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Caterina Barbieri, Kali Malone, Moritz Von Oswald and Robert Aiki Aubrey Lowe discuss the role limitations play in the creative process, and whether they can be a source for creativity, if working with limitations helps sharpen one’s aesthetics and define one’s unique artistic voice, and whether human imagination needs limits to become limitless. C…

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Spiritual Bypass as a Feminine Issue with Corinna Wood 1:02:00

4M ago1:02:00

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Visionary teacher of women's wisdom for over 30 years, Corinna Wood is a beloved leader in the holistic healing community now pioneering an earth-based and woman-centered approach to communication and the psyche. Today we'll delve into spiritual bypassing, toxic positivity and some of the issues you see with spiritual bypassing as well as how this …

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S6, Ep 1: Carla Allen, SMBC through gestational surrogacy 50:37

4M ago50:37

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Carla shares her experience from exploring surrogacy options to the complex matching process and the major impact of spiritual faith on her decision-making. She also reflects on the important trust and connection required in the surrogate relationship, and the joys and challenges of pregnancy through the lens of surrogacy. Join us as Carla's story …

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This Season of Life: Being a Caregiver & Parenting Aging Parents | Kim & Mike Barnes 1:08:16

4M ago1:08:16

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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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Everything's a drum with Ane Brun, Amelia Meath and Linden Jay 25:50

4M ago25:50

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Ane Brun, Linden Jay and Sylvan Esso's Amelia Meath discuss collaboration, navigating between genres and lyrical inspirations. Ane Brun is a musician hailing from Norway but based in Sweden, who also runs the label Balloon Ranger. Her music is rooted in folk pop and she's released 11 studio albums; her most recent is Portrayals, which came out last…

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7 Levels of Wisdom with Monica Esgueva 1:11:00

4M ago1:11:00

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Monica Esgueva, renowned self-development teacher and spiritual guide bridges the gap between Eastern and Western philsophies. We'll discuss her journey of self-discovery, including the many years she spent in India and Nepal which enables her to help the transformation of individuals for more than 15 years. Interesting topics we'll cover today are…

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Episode 6. Series Finale. Al Taylor on PND and creating light during the darkest of times. 38:30

4M ago38:30

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In the season finale of Bullshit and Bravery, we catch up with Al Taylor from Overseer Chief Customer Officer at Overseer Ltd. In 2020 Kristin Taylor took her own life after a battle with Post Natal Depression. Al talks to us about what happened during the dark times, how creating Kristins Light has helped create something positive, and the tools h…

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Don’t overthink it with Bill Ryder-Jones, Anna Calvi and Poppy Hankin 29:59

4M ago29:59

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Bill Ryder-Jones, Anna Calvi and Poppy Hankin discuss the first piece of music that really affected them, how their writing has changed as they’ve grown older, and how much they’re willing to give people control over their music. Bill Ryder-Jones is from West Kirby, Merseyside. He co-founded the Coral, playing as their lead guitarist from 1996 unti…

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In Our Right Minds: Guiding Women to Their Strength with Dale Allen 1:02:00

4M ago1:02:00

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Dale Allen is with me today discussing her 25 year journey, sharing the healing energy of the Sacred Feminine through her work, the one woman show In Our Right Minds: Guiding Women to Their Strength as Leaders, Leading Men to Strength Without Armor, which has been widely acclaimed at universities, conferences, corporations, theaters and expos acros…

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Season 6 Trailer 14:02

4M ago14:02

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New episodes coming every other Wednesday, starting March 20! Get more info and sign up for Guest Expert Workshops, Community Groups, and the SGC Directory at www.singlegreatestchoice.com.More info about coaching, community groups, and retreats atwww.singlegreatestchoice.com/By Katie Bryan

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Episode 5. Jenna Smith from Quad Bikes to Company Boards. 35:50

4M ago35:50

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Jenna Smith CEO of a Māori agribusiness Pouarua, on the Hauraki Plains. Alongside this, she is a current Nuffield Scholar and has several board and advisory roles within the Agri sector. Jenna hasn't always been at the top table, her story is one of courage and the willingness to keep going in times of adversity. It's a must-listen and one that we …

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The algorithm of you with Dot Allison, Andy Bell, Bishi and Charlotte Kemp Muhl 25:35

4M ago25:35

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Dot Allison, Andy Bell, Bishi and Charlotte Kemp Muhl discuss AI in music, the importance of music in education and finding your own creative voice. Dot Allison is a singer-songwriter and composer whose work has included film and TV scores such as Black Death, Triangle, The Devil’s Double and Henry: Mind of a Tyrant. She began her career in Edinbur…

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Life of a Druid Priestess in Dark Ages with Shellie Enteen 1:29:00

4M ago1:29:00

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Celtic practictioner, author, inter-faith minister, educator and healer, Shellie Enteen has extensively researched the philosophy and practices of the ancient Druids and how its evolved. We'll specifically focus on the life for women in what is now the UK before the advent of Christianity and why and how it changed. We'll discuss Druid Goddesses an…

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Getting Back To A Traditional Way Of Life | Homesteading State of Mind 1:01:43

4M ago1:01:43

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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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Episode 4 . Plants, People and Priorities. 37:45

4M ago37:45

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In Episode 4 we have a yarn with Adam Thompson. Adam is the founder of Restore Native. A Native plant nursery in Te Miro near Cambridge. Last year Restore Native won the PINZ Kaitiakitanga/Guardianship & Conservation Award. We chatted with Adam about how he manages his workload. How he resets and recharges, and how he monitors and helps his staff w…

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