Best Mel Thomas Podcasts (2024)

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186. Energetic Healing, Awakening and Activation with Rebecca Alinder 46:25

1h ago46:25

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This week’s podcast guest is Rebecca Alinder, a Kundalini Activation facilitator, who lives in Stockholm with her husband and two children. Her spiritual journey began in 2016, but it was during pregnancy and motherhood that she truly transformed, rediscovering the power within every woman. In 2022, Rebecca experienced her first Kundalini activatio…

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185. The Secret Life of Mother Mary with Marguerite Rigoglioso 52:37

10d ago52:37

52:37

Marguerite Mary Rigoglioso, Ph.D., is the founder of Seven Sisters Mystery School, a world-renowned teacher of sacred knowledge, and the foremost authority on the history of virgin birth. A trusted mentor to people on healing and spiritual paths, she draws on her decades-long research and experiences with Mother Mary and Mary Magdalene to help unco…

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Rusty Berther: Starting Again at 50 1:07:25

21d ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Rusty Berther: Starting Again at 50 as a Straight Man in the Wild! Rusty Bertha's marriage of 27 years ended when he was 49 and he was shitting in the shit. Flash forward 7 years and he is happily remarried after doing a shitload of therapy and then meeting a wonderful woman on the apps. YES, IT DOES HAPPEN. Nelly and Rusty talk about all of that p…

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Toxic People Thrive in Silence 43:42

28d ago43:42

43:42

TOXIC PEOPLE THRIVE IN SILENCE In this ep, Nelly drops in to ponder how toxic people rely on silence and how liberating it is when you find your voice. She also muses on how egocentric we are when it comes to divorce, dating and all the things. She invites you to WWRPD - what would Ru Paul do - and ask yourself how important your current situation …

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Nelly is Fifty, Fabulous and Facing the F'n Sh*t! 40:38

1M ago40:38

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Fifty, Fabulous and Facing the F'n Sh*t! Nelly turned 50 last week and she drops in to take some birthday calls and talk about the bug 5-0 milestone. Nelly gets into "un-fu*king" yourself and how aging can be an opportunity to shed all the negative crap that has held us back and, how joy is there to be taken. She also shares what she's reading, lis…

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Rebecca De Unamuno: I don't know if you're interested until my pants are around my ankles! 1:06:39

2M ago1:06:39

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Rebecca De Unamuno: I don't know if you're interested until my pants are around my ankles! Bec and I talk about being long-term-single, how to flirt (or not) and why rending to your own garden is the most important thing. We take a great listener call from someone who is NOT embracing being single and a letter about a pash n' dash. A great ep with …

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Nelly's advice STINKS! 57:12

2M ago57:12

57:12

AUGUST BONUS: NELLY'S ADVICE STINKS! Nelly drops in take a listener call telling her she WAS WRONG (she sort of was?), to rant about Fake on Paramount Plus and some other stuff. You'll really love this episode if you've dated a fantasist/pathological liar/ predator. Info on FAKE here Info on The Dating Gamble (INSIGHT) here DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HE…

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BONUS EPISODE: IT GETS BETTER! 53:21

3M ago53:21

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BONUS EPISODE: IT GETS BETTER! This week Nelly drops in with a Bonus ep dedicated to listeners and the stuff she's reading and watching. I AM CELINE DOCO HERE MUSEUM OF BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS HERE COUPLES THERAPY HERE DR GABOR MATE HERE DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HERE SUBSCRIBE TO DEAR NELLY PLUS VIA PATREON HERE SEND NELLY A MESSAGE: HERE 1800RESPECT is …

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Shit - I caught feelings for my Friends with Benefits! 59:56

3M ago59:56

59:56

HARLEY BREEN IS BACK: what do we do if we catch feelings for our Friends with Benefits? In an era of smaller and smaller families, how on earth did comedian Harley Breen end up living in Queensland with 4 kids? He blames Psilocybin! Harley and I discuss navigating the ups and downs of coparenting after divorce, feeding 4 kids and, who broke the wor…

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184. The Chinese Five Elements Oracle and Chinese Astrology with Vicky Iskandar 38:31

3M ago38:31

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This week’s podcast guest is Vicki Iskandar, a Chinese Metaphysics Consultant, Strategic Coach, and author. She has been mentoring clients on BaZi / Four Pillars of Destiny, Feng Shui, and the ancient art of war of Qi Men Dun Jia since 2012, while serving as a digital marketing consultant for a variety of brands in LOHAS (Lifestyle of Health and Su…

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BULLA FROM NELLY: you can sleep while I drive 34:24

3M ago34:24

34:24

Bonus Free Episode for Everyone! Nelly is just dropping in with a few musings on holidays, love songs, TV and other stuff. Why? Just because she missed yas. DEAR NELLY PLAYLIST: HERE COUPLES THERAPY: HERE MELISSA ETHERIDGE DOCO HERE DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HERE SUBSCRIBE TO DEAR NELLY PLUS VIA PATREON HERE SEND NELLY A MESSAGE: HERE 1800RESPECT is A …

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Cath Davis is back for Thirsty Thirds: how low is that bloody bar!? 1:10:32

4M ago1:10:32

1:10:32

Cath Davis is back for Thirsty Thirds: how low is that bloody bar?! The glorious Cath Davis is back! Cath and Nelly have a great chat about how to be included in conversation as a single person surrounded by married couples (hint: that's on the couples), Cath's favourite love songs and how Cath has been. They take two listener calls - one on learni…

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183. Dasa Mahavidyas – The Ten Tantric Wisdom Goddesses with Tova Olsson 39:49

4M ago39:49

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This week’s episode guest is Tova Olsson who has been teaching yoga and meditation for nearly 20 years. She holds a MA in religious studies from the University of Gothenburg and is specialised in yogic and tantric traditions. She teaches the philosophy section of several yoga teacher trainings and is appreciated for her skills in storytelling and h…

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Change is a comin' 1:55

4M ago1:55

1:55

New stuff happening at Dear Nelly HQ! DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HERE SUBSCRIBE TO DEAR NELLY PLUS VIA PATREON HERE SEND NELLY A MESSAGE: HERE 1800RESPECT is A Confidential information, counselling and support service that is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support people impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence: CLICK HERE 1…

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Chris Ryan: It's not ADHD, he's just not that into you! 1:00:03

4M ago1:00:03

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Chris Ryan: It's not ADHD, he's just not that into you Chris Ryan is back with her delightfuLly direct and funny advice. She brooks no bullshit this one - including for herself.We talk about a Tori Amon song, I give Chris career advice and we take a call from a late-in-life remarried person who is happy as Larry. We chat about Tom Hanks and some ot…

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Matt Kelly is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:02:42

5M ago1:02:42

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Matt Kelly is back for Sloppy Seconds and Nelly wants her bloody special day! Matt Kelly is children's entertainer and all 'round lovely man. He's on the fence about anniversary celebrations, but here for other occasions (we unpack that). Matt asks Nelly for advice about communicating with his dad, they take a gorgeous listener call from a woman wh…

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182. Secrets of Greek Mysticism - A Modern Guide To Daily Practice with the Greek Gods & Goddesses with George Lizos 46:38

5M ago46:38

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Through his online workshops, Intuition Mastery School® online course, #1 best-selling books Protect Your Light, Lightworkers Gotta Work, Be The Guru and popular spiritual podcasts The Lit Up Lightworker and Can’t Host, George inspires modern-day mystics, empaths and lightworkers to find, follow, and fulfil their life purpose. Secrets of Greek Myst…

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Janty Blair: I've always had eyes for Denzel 1:09:54

5M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

JANTY BLAIR: IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN YOU, DENZEL Janty Blair is 59 years old, has been engaged twice, proposed to 4 times and has never married. She's on the apps and living her best life with a current suitor sho's in Canada! A fascinating woman with a rich and wonderful life. DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HERE SUBSCRIBE TO DEAR NELLY PLUS VIA PATREON HERE SEN…

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Serena Walker: Counselling Psychologist 1:12:36

5M ago1:12:36

1:12:36

SERENA WALKER: You don't have to be friends with your ex! Serena Walker is a Counselling Psychologist and new friend of Nelly's. Serena and Nelly met at the funeral of their mutual friend Cal Wilson and they gravitated toward each other. Serena has experience working with clients who have a history of trauma and abuse and or are having issues with …

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A heavy-hearted Scotty Brennan is back for Thirsty Thirds 1:13:13

5M ago1:13:13

1:13:13

Scotty Brennan is coming in Heavy Hearted for Thirsty Thirds Scott Brennan is one of our most beloved co-hosts and he joins us whilst sitting in the sh*t. As always, he still brings his tender, loving and funny self to the conversation. We go from Oscar Wilde to a married mum drowning under the mental load to the avowedly single Whoopi Goldberg. Th…

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181. High-Functioning Anxiety - A 5-step Guide To Calming The Inner Panic and Thriving with Dr. Lalitaa Suglani 44:52

5M ago44:52

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Dr. Lalitaa Suglani is an award-winning psychologist, renowned leadership empowerment expert, international speaker and author. Her book, High Functioning Anxiety, will be published by Hay House in May 2024. Lalitaa believes that the key to achieving real lasting success and happiness in all areas of life lies within our own mind. She has seen how,…

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Michelle Shepphard: I respect you to much to have sex with you! (WTAF) 55:57

6M ago55:57

55:57

Michelle Sheppard: I respect you to much to have sex with you! (WTAF) Michelle Sheppard is a leader in the realm of gender equity. Her own path as a transgender woman has given her a unique perspective, providing her with insightful insights into the complex issues of gender bridging. In recognition of her extraordinary contributions, Michelle was …

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Danny Blay is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:04:45

6M ago1:04:45

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Danny Blay is back for Sloppy Seconds: how will your house SOUND when it is empty? Danny Blay is a wonderful man who works in behaviour change with men who use violence against women and children. Nelly and Danny have worked together for many years in the violence prevention space and are now mates. Danny is a very dedicated father and his kids hav…

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180. The Mary Magdalene Oracle with Meggan Watterson 59:12

6M ago59:12

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The incredible and inspiring Meggan Watterson is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Mary Magdalene Revealed and the international bestselling author of The Divine Feminine Oracle. She is a feminist theologian with a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School and a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary at Colu…

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Chapter 47: Harvest Time with Rey Terciero and Bre Indigo 47:50

6M ago47:50

47:50

And then they realized: They were no longer little girls. They were little women. Joining us for the final episode of the podcast are Rey Terciero and Bre Indigo. Rey and Bre are the author-illustrator team behind Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, a graphic novel adaptation of Little Women. Rey is also the New York Times bestselling author of many other book…

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Chris Ryan is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:29:58

6M ago1:29:58

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Chris Ryan is back for Sloppy Seconds and thinks we're kidding ourselves about ENM! Comedian Chris Ryan joined us a while ago to share her terrible heartbreak after a long-distance relationship ended. She's back with a lovely update on that front and, some firm opinions on our listener questions. A caller asks if she MUST use the apps to date (spoi…

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NELLY HAS THE RONA: Live from Sydney - Part 2 1:39:20

6M ago1:39:20

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NELLY HAS THE RONA! Dearest Nelly finally got the Covid... she's been hit hard and is resting up. BUT, don't fear, we have some stuff we've been saving for a rainy day! This episode features some never-before-heard material from the Live Show in Sydney with Yumi Stynes, Benjamin Law and Chris Ryan. It also has some clips Sammy has kept aside from p…

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NELLY HAS THE RONA: Live from Sydney - Part 1 1:20:21

7M ago1:20:21

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NELLY HAS THE RONA! Dearest Nelly finally got the Covid... she's been hit hard and is resting up. BUT, don't fear, we have some stuff we've been saving for a rainy day! This episode features some never-before-heard material from the Live Show in Sydney with Yumi Stynes, Benjamin Law and Chris Ryan. It also has some clips Sammy has kept aside from p…

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Kirsty Webeck is back for Thirsty Thirds 1:10:08

7M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Kirsty Webeck Thirsty Thirds: love and other catastrophes! Dear Nelly favourite - and one of Nelly's bestie - Kirsty Webeck is back for our first ever Thirsty Thirds episodes. Nelly and Kirsty talk about formative film experiences, Kristy's early dating and Kirsty's new tour. Kirsty and Nelly take two great calls; one about dating with kids and the…

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Laffing Sal Marionette with Alison Cowell 52:15

7M ago52:15

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Are you old enough to remember Laffing Sal at Playland? In this episode, my guest Alison and I set out to make a marionette based on Laffing Sal, and it was something that neither of us had ever done before. Photos Links mentioned in this episode alisoncowellish Alison's Instagram Josh Bayer website Inking class online with Josh Bayer Musée Mécaniq…

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179. Healing Miracles of Mother Mary and the Divine Feminine with Mel Madgwick 45:20

7M ago45:20

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Devotional Author, Sacred Feminine Women’s Advocate, Podcaster & Priestess - Mel Sienna Madgwick is a Devotional Author, Podcaster, Priestess and Channel whose vision is to uplift and awaken the humanity of woman through the teachings of the sacred feminine. Mel's work started in journalism, publishing and media at the age of 15 where she started h…

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Chapter 46: Under the Umbrella with Willow Catelyn Maclay 46:41

7M ago46:41

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Wedding march or funeral dirge? We're joined to discuss the penultimate (and Peyton's least-favorite) chapter of Little Women by film critic Willow Catelyn Maclay. Willow is a film critic for publications like The Village Voice, Roger Ebert, Vulture, Little White Lies, Cleo Journal, MUBI Notebook, and many, many more. She has done freelance work wi…

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Hilary Harper: single, over 50 and back on the bloody apps! 1:25:46

7M ago1:25:46

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HILARY HARPER: SINGLE, OVER 50 AND BACK ON THE BLOODY APPS! Hilary Harper is the host of Life Matters on Radio National. A very accomplished and well-known woman in Australia's media, she's also a mum and human with a personal life. That personal life includes becoming single about 18 months ago when her long-term relationship ended. We chat about …

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178. International Women’s Day Special - Break Free From Toxic Productivity and Redefine Success with Tamu Thomas 56:30

7M ago56:30

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In her groundbreaking new book, Women Who Work Too Much: Breaking Free from Toxic Productivity, Tamu Thomas challenges the societal norms that glorify relentless productivity and burnout. She delves deep into the emotional and psychological factors that keep women trapped in a never-ending cycle of productivity, offering practical strategies for li…

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Dear Nelly Live: Lizzi Hoo, Sami Shah and Kirsty Webeck at the Malthouse Outdoors! 1:29:48

7M ago1:29:48

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DEAR NELLY LIVE: a recording of our live show at the Malthouse Outdoors (Feb 2024) Starring Lizzi Hoo, Kirsty Webeck and Sami Shah! An hilarious and heartfelt episode with a stellar panel. Features some very funny stories, some heartbreak and some fabulous listener letters. Go to the BRAND NEW DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM website for all show info, resourc…

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177. Pisces New Moon & International Women’s Day with Diana Westly 43:44

7M ago43:44

43:44

This week’s episode is all about female empowerment, the Divine Feminine and stepping into the new wave of feminism and advocacy. Both Shereen and Diana have dedicated their work to the empowerment of the feminine through ceremonial, goddess and astrology work, and they both have empowered women from all over the world to step into their fierce div…

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Clare Wright: Sit in the Shit and Keep it Classy 1:06:25

7M ago1:06:25

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Professor Clare Wright: Sit in the Shit and Keep it Classy Professor Clare Wright OAM is an award-winning historian, author, broadcaster and public commentator who has worked in politics, academia and the media. Clare is currently Professor of History and Professor of Public Engagement at La Trobe University. Twelve months ago her marriage of 36 ye…

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Danny Blay: Is anyone in the house scared of you? 57:00

8M ago57:00

57:00

DANNY BLAY: is anyone in the house scared of you? Danny Blay is a old mate and colleague of Nelly's. They worked together for many years collaborating on sexual health and respectful relationships shows for young people. Danny and Nelly have a long chat about respect, family violence and working with men who use violence against women and children.…

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176. Pisces Season, Feline Divine Feminine and Cat Goddess Energy with Shereen 28:26

8M ago28:26

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This is another solo episode with me, covering the Pisces season, the energy and potential, and also tapping into the divine feminine and our upcoming workshop and New Moon ceremony in Pisces. Check out the Feline Divine Feminine Workshop here: https://www.lawofpositivism.com/goddessworkshop.html Sign up for our upcoming New Moon Ceremony here: htt…

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Embellished Photography with Carissa and Aaron 41:24

8M ago41:24

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In this episode, I've invited my good friend Carissa to take the reins as guest host. She's brought along her friend, Aaron to embark on a fresh creative project, making something that neither of them has made before. Links mentioned in this episode Aaron Chen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/journomadic/ Carissa Ferdinand’s Instagram: https:…

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175. Poetry and Dance as Ritual and Ceremony with Aepril Schaile 29:28

8M ago29:28

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Aepril Schaile, MFA is a performance artist/priestess/poet with a dance practice rooted in the ancient and ever-evolving art of Bellydance. She has taught and performed at curated events in Paris, London, Rome, New York, and throughout Europe and the United States. Aepril shamanistically becomes Trickster, Warrior, Ghost, Storm, Grieving Mother, Ki…

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Celia Pacquola: I fell in love with a guy I'd never met! 1:05:07

8M ago1:05:07

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Celia Pacquola: I fell in love with a guy I'd never met! We are joined today by comedian, actor and super-star Celia Pacquola. Celia met her now partner on the internet and THEY DECLARED THEIR LOVE FOR EACH OTHER BEFORE THEY EVER MET IN REAL LIFE! Celia and I talk about recovering from being cheated on and gaslit, what it's like to have rumours spr…

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174. Aquarian and Dragon Wood Energy, and Purposeful Communication with Shereen 28:50

8M ago28:50

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This week’s episode is a solo episode with me, infused with the insights and energy from this New Moon in Aquarius portal and inspiration that I have received from our ceremony and circle. We felt the cat and feline goddess and divine feminine energy coming through and this inspired me and Diana to create a workshop to align and connect with goddes…

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Jacinta Parsons: My last date was in 1996! 1:08:48

8M ago1:08:48

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Jacinta Parsons: Single Life, Solitude, Bob Hawke and Do I bloody date again? Today we are joined by ABC personality and author Jacinta Parsons. Jacinta has been single for 18 months after the end of a 25 year relationship. She's now embracing the single life and really leaning into solitude after a period of loneliness and adjustment. We discuss h…

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173. Invoking the Goddesses of Eros and Secret Wisdom with Dr Joanna Kujawa 38:19

8M ago38:19

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This week’s podcast guest, Dr Joanna Kujawa, is the author of The Other Goddess: Mary Magdalene and the Goddesses of Eros and Secret Knowledge, scholar, and spiritual detective. She received her BA and MA from the Pontifical Institute for Mediaeval Studies at the University of Toronto, Canada, and her PhD from Monash University, Melbourne, Australi…

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Webeck's Sloppy Seconds: Kirsty grills Nelly on the HARD LAUNCH! 1:08:37

8M ago1:08:37

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KIRSTY WEBECK: GRILLS NELLY ON THE HARD LAUNCH! One of Nelly's favourite mates, comedian Kirsty Webeck, is back for SLOPPY SECONDS. Kirsty and Nelly talk about breaking old patterns (of choosing the wrong people), Nelly's new romance (woot: gossip!) and they take a great listener call on how to handle a "Friends With Benefits" relationships when so…

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Episode #45 Julio Arca 48:10

8M ago48:10

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Frankie & Danny catch up with a real fan favourite on this addition of Unfiltered. Julio Arca joined Sunderland in 2000 and quickly became a red and white fan favourite. He speaks openly to Danny & Frankie about his time at the club, his recent spell in management and of course previews the weekend'c clash with Middlesbrough…

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172. Infinite Receiving - Crack the Code to Conscious Wealth Creation and Finally Manifest Your Dream Life with Suzy Ashworth 56:26

8M ago56:26

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This week’s podcast guest is Suzy Ashworth who is a Quantum Transformation and Embodiment Coach for conscious entrepreneurs, an international keynote speaker, serial entrepreneur and author of Infinite Receiving - Crack the Code to Conscious Wealth Creation and Finally Manifest Your Dream Life. Infinite Receiving sets out to help people redefine th…

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Chapter 45: Daisy and Demi with Claire Forrest 45:56

9M ago45:56

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We're joined today by Claire Forrest, the award-winning author of Where You See Yourself, to chat all about the two youngest members of the March family -- well, the Brooke family. It's perhaps the most heterosexual chapter of this book to date, but we soldier on, and we also chat about Claire's outstanding debut novel and her publishing journey as…

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Quah Ee Ling: if the situation is sick, you will be too 1:12:03

9M ago1:12:03

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Quah Ee Ling: you can't heal in a sick situation Today we are joined by academic Quah Ee Ling who has research specialities in divorce, intersectionality and cultural studies. I met Ee Ling at an event in Sydney last year and fell in (friend) love with her immediately. I just adore this intelligent, kind and sensitive soul. Ee Ling and I talk about…

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