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Seeing Death Clearly is a show that challenges you to think about your beliefs about death, dying, grief, and living life. I am your host, Jill McClennen, a death doula and end-of-life coach. As a death doula, I found through first-hand experience that the more I came to terms with my thoughts and feelings about death and dying, the more present I became in my everyday life and I hope to share that with you too, how you can live a better life by having a healthier relationship with death and ...
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Some of the best stories are told at the dinner table with a delicious meal and good company. Dine with the Divine is a one stop shop if you crave conversations of mythology, magic, history and culture! Once a week, Ashley and a guest honor gods, sages, saints and iconic figures through storytelling, food, and drink. In the words of a Mexican proverb, "Conversation is food for the soul." Pull up a chair and come dine with us!
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In this episode of Dine with the Divine, host Ashley welcomes Deborah Lip, an experienced Wiccan high priestess and author, to delve into the elements of ritual, particularly the goddess Inanna. Deborah shares her journey in Wicca, and discusses the importance of understanding the deities one chooses to invoke. The show features a delicious recipe …
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Stephanie Chevrier, an artist based in Vancouver, Canada, has found herself deeply immersed in the exploration of death, reality, and what it means to be human. As an artist, she primarily works as a tattoo artist and illustrator, with a strong affinity for black ink. However, her curiosity extends far beyond her artistic pursuits, as she delves in…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley is joined by Amy Blackthorn, an award-winning author known for her work with magical plants. The discussion delves into the use of various herbs and plants for spiritual cleansing and protection, offering alternative options to commonly used sage. Amy shares her journey into the world of magic …
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Rev. Christine Davies, the director of pastoral care at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, shares her journey into hospital chaplaincy. As an ACPE supervisor and seminary professor, she teaches the art of hospital chaplaincy and educates clergy. Christine’s path began with a deep connection to her local Presbyteri…
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In this episode of Dine with the Divine, host Ashley is joined by Annwyen Avalon, a water priestess and author, to delve into the magical world of water mysteries. Anwen shares her fascinating journey from her childhood in Florida to becoming a renowned water priestess based in Glastonbury, and discusses her deep connection to water and its spiritu…
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Yvonne Caputo, from Southeastern Pennsylvania, is deliciously semi-retired after a varied career. She began in education, moved to the area, and leveraged her second master's degree in clinical psychology to work in employee assistance. Eventually, she became the vice president of human resources for a retirement community, which was her last full-…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley discusses the Wheel of the Year calendar and features an Anansi story with special guest Emma Catherine. Emma, an award-winning author and seasoned writer for multiple blogs and magazines, shares her journey with witchcraft and spirituality. The episode delves into Obeah, an Afro-Caribbean spir…
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In this episode, George Ackerman, also known as “Sharon's son George”, shares his deeply personal journey of caring for his mother, who battled Parkinson's disease. He lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman, on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson's Disease. To honor his mother and continue helping in the Parkinson's awareness cause, George started TogetherFor…
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In this episode of Dine with the Divine, host Ashley interviews Moss Mattai, a witch, pagan, and cult survivor, who shares his journey from a high-control religious group to discovering Welsh mythology and witchcraft. They discuss the importance of community, confronting emotions, and celebrating pagan traditions. The episode transitions into a fai…
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Dr. Marie Gasper Hulvat, hailing from Canton, Ohio, originally grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. She is a human design specialist, an intuitive EFT practitioner, and a trained Reiki master teacher in the Tibetan Usui tradition. Her journey began with Reiki, where during her Reiki One training, she encountered disembodied souls for the first time, an inte…
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TW: We talk about sexual assault this episode for a about a minute starting at 32:50. Please be advised. In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley welcomes Jill McLennan, a certified death doula and grief coach, to discuss her journey through death and grief, and how Buddhism has shaped her life and work. Jill shares her personal exper…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered if your baby is secretly masterminding ways to manipulate you? Our expert guest, Rosemary Clark, debunks this myth and dives into the nuances of positive parenting communication techniques. Rosemary sheds light on how misconceptions about children can create unnecessary conflict in parent-child relationships. L…
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Sean Lynch has been writing his whole life. His first poetry book was published over a decade ago in 2013; since then, he's released four more. His latest book, “Halo Nest: poems on grief” is a deeply personal collection about grief, began nearly seven years ago after his mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2016. Sean's mother battled the d…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley welcomes Sarah Lynch Thomason, a song leader, documentarian, folklorist, and illustrator from Western North Carolina. They delve into the world of traditional and contemporary songs, discussing how these connect to historical practices, struggles, and rituals. Sarah shares insights into her yea…
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to effective communication with your partner as we sit down with Sherry Timko, an expert couple's relationship coach. Misunderstandings could be at the root of many of your arguments, but what if simple changes in the way you communicate could resolve them? Learn how to articulate your thoughts clearly and…
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Shelby Forsythia helps grieving people move through the pain and overwhelm of loss to experience peace, purpose, and joy again. She believes everyone deserves a good life, even if it’s not the one they thought they’d be living. Shelby Forsythia (she/her) is a grief coach, author, and podcast host. In 2020, she founded Life After Loss Academy, an on…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley and spiritual advisor Dom explore the profound spiritual realms of Catholicism by delving into the intricacies of Marian apparitions. The discussion spans various manifestations of the Virgin Mary, including Our Lady of Guadalupe, Lourdes, and Fatima, highlighting their historical, cultural, an…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how storytelling can transform lives? I had such a wonderful time with this episode! Join me as we unpack this compelling subject with our special guest, Ben Stimpson—an author, therapist, and podcaster. Ben's journey begins in North Wales, where he faced significant speech challenges due to dyspraxia. Through …
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Dr. Jeffrey Sankoff, originally from Montreal, Quebec, Canada moved to Denver over two decades ago, where he has been practicing as an emergency physician while raising their children. Outside of medicine, Dr. Sankoff is an avid triathlete and triathlon coach, hosting a podcast on the sport. He shares how early-career doctors often grapple with fee…
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The episode features a deep dive into various spiritual traditions and mythologies, hosted by Ashley with guest Frater OD. It covers Frater OD's experiences with addiction and his journey to healing through magic and spirituality, emphasizing Theurgy and the use of local flora in rituals. The discussion also explores the mythological backgrounds of…
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Lisa Pahl is a licensed clinical social worker in LA, she has extensive experience in community mental health, domestic violence, and supporting survivors of torture. Early in her career, she worked at the Florida Center for Survivors of Torture, and after moving to LA, she worked in community mental health for several years. She then switched to w…
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In this enlightening and engaging episode of 'Woof, Woof! Time with the Divine,' host Ashley is joined by Jamie Waggoner, author of 'Hades, Myth, Magic, and Modern Devotion.' They delve into the depths of Greek mythology, particularly focusing on Hades, the Greek underworld, and the love story of Hades and Persephone. Jamie discusses her path into …
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In this episode of Seeing Death Clearly, I spoke with my friend Ashley Holmes, a Holistic Fertility Coach dedicated to supporting women struggling with infertility by bringing mind, body, and spirit into balance. Her journey began from personal experience, facing her own fertility challenges, which inspired her to help others. Ashley noticed the wi…
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In this episode of Dime With Divine, host Ashley explores the realms of old tattoos and the Norse goddess Freya. Special guest Carly, a hand poke tattoo artist and founder of Rosemary Inc., shares her journey into tattooing, starting from college experiments to writing a thesis on the stigma surrounding tattoos in Western culture. Carly discusses t…
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My guest in this episode is Stephanie Jones. One significant childhood memory involves the first time she remembers discussing death. This incident led to a brief conversation about death, spurred by her grandmother's passing soon after. Growing up as a Jehovah's Witness, death was framed within the context of resurrection and an afterlife, which p…
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A discussion with Chris Lyon on Neoplatonism, shamanism, and hermetic ideas, exploring ancient wisdom, the transformative power of divine encounters, and the interplay between spirituality and neurology. Together, these conversations offer insights into the continuous pursuit of wisdom and understanding in both the known and unknown realms of the s…
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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski, an educator, researcher, and speaker focused on the social-emotional development and well-being of boys and men. Brendan, who earned his Ph.D. in Education from the University of Edinburgh in 2023, conducted an in-depth study on the emotions, masculinities, and schooling experiences of teenage b…
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'Dine with the Divine,' features a discussion on the integration of mythology, like Medea's tale, into contemporary witchcraft, highlighting divination, nature's significance, and personal intuition. A special focus on dandelions connects magical and culinary arts, embodying themes of trust, fate, and self-reliance as seen through Medea's story. Th…
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In this episode, my guest is Ashley Oppon, host of "Dine with the Divine." Ashley, a registered nurse from New Jersey, describes her nursing job as her "muggle job," revealing her love for theology and religion. Growing up Catholic, Ashley's curiosity led her to explore various faiths, finding something meaningful in each. This exploration shaped h…
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This comprehensive discussion, hosted by Ashley in 'Dine with the Divine,' features Mawiyah L., a transformative figure in spirituality and an advocate for marginalized communities. As an eighth-generation witch, educator, and priestess of Oya within the Yoruba system, Mawiyah shares her spiritual journey, including her early experiences with spiri…
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In this week's episode, I talk with Helen Bauer, host of the Heart of Hospice podcast. This is part 2 of a two-part interview. Over the years, she's observed a profound inward shift in patients as they approach death, noticing changes in their communication and socialization long before their bodies begin to shut down. In describing the dying proce…
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This narrative explores the life of John Whiteside Parsons, a pioneering rocket engineer and co-founder of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Aerojet Engineering Corporation, who also deeply engaged in occult practices and the propagation of Thelema in the US. Despite contributing significantly to rocket science, Parsons' involvement with the OTO, h…
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In this week's episode, I talk with Helen Bower, host of the Heart of Hospice podcast. This is part 1 of a two-part interview. The following is a link to my guest episode of The Heart of Hospice Podcast. https://www.theheartofhospice.com/podcast/episode/23f1c2af/death-doulas-are-expert-guides-at-end-of-life As a nurse with 34 years of practice, Hel…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine', host Ashley explores mysticism, hermeticism, and ceremonial magic with guest Ashley, known as the Pythian Priestess. They dive into the guest's journey from a strict Roman Catholic upbringing to becoming an initiated priestess who rose to fame on TikTok. The episode delves into the Oracle of Delphi, charti…
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My guest today is Sue Burns, author of the book A Common Life, A Voice from the Progressive Era where she published her great-great grandmother Mary's diary from the late 19th century Iowa farm life. We talk about the demographics of Iowa in the late 19th century., Her great great grandmother, Mary, managed to raise six children without losing any,…
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In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine', host Ashley and guest Tabitha Bear, a Lenape photographer and writer, engage in an extensive dialogue covering the remarkable life of Susan LaFlesche, the first Western-trained Indigenous American doctor. They discuss Susan's early realization of her purpose amid racial indifference, her educational journe…
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Amy Flanagan has had a diverse career journey that led her to a unique role in medical education. Initially pursuing acting from a young age her passion shifted, leading her to the Uniformed Services University, the U.S. military's medical school. There, she played patients with different illnesses, aiding medical students in honing their diagnosti…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to the Savvy Communicator! Facing adversity with resilience can lead to remarkable transformations, as Dr. Christina Fontana's journey from trauma to triumph so powerfully demonstrates. In our latest episode, Christina shares the raw and often hidden struggles that shaped her, and the profound metamorphosis that…
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Join Ana and I, as we talk all about George and culture and tell an interesting story of a snake and a poor guy! 0:00- Interview with Ana Antadze 14:16-Dish of the Week: 10 Georgian Foods you Need to Eat Now 28:02- Tea Time: Georgian Culture 1:09:43: The Serpent and the Peasant Ana is a nomadic Georgian artist, singer, cultural worker and ancestral…
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My guest in this episode is Chaplain Hank Dunn. Hank is an ordained healthcare chaplain, bestselling author, and speaker who, for more than 30 years, has been helping patients and their families as they struggle with end-of-life decisions. In this episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these treatments as they may not always align with …
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Join Antonio and I as we chat about one of the most common spiritual concepts, The Evil Eye. 0:00- Interview with Antonio 20:06-Dish of the Week: Foods to ward off the Evil Eye 25:54- Tea Time: The Evil Eye around the World 1:02:31: The Evil Eye of Sani Antonio Pagliarulo writes regularly about spirituality, paganism and witchcraft, and the interse…
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Join Dani from That Witch Next Door and I as she breaks down some Astrology for me and we talk about a Greek goddess who was cursed to want to bang a bull... and the weirdness doesn't stop there. 0:00- Interview with Dani 11:57-Dish of the Week: Astrological Foods 29:01- Tea Time: Astrological Houses 1:01:57- Pasiphae, a Complicated Witch Goddess H…
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Following the decision, I prioritized my aunt's comfort as we prepared to remove her oxygen support. The nurse and I made her as comfortable as possible, opting for comfort care with a touch of morphine to ease her pain. Reflecting on the day, I found solace in the serenity of the room. With all distractions muted, I held her hand, conveying love a…
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Join Natalie and I as we talk Mediumship, Victorian snacks and a Scottish Medium. 0:00- Interview with Natalie Diane 11:52-Dish of the Week: Victorian Foods 18:27- Tea Time: Mediumship 46:42- Daniel Dunglas Home Natalie Diane is an Evidential Medium and Intuitive who has made it her life's work and purpose to help connect family, friends, and loved…
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In the latest episode, I share a personal experience of losing my aunt after her two-week stay in the ICU. Despite being familiar with medical procedures from my volunteer work, seeing a loved one in that setting was different. I remember walking into the ICU and hardly recognizing her. During her last days, the hospital ensured her comfort, althou…
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Join Sophie St. Thomas and I as we chat about Glamour Magic, Switfties, Drag Queens and more! 0:00- Interview with Sophie St. Thomas 14:45-Dish of the Week: Foods that are good for your beauty 19:01- Tea Time: Spells from the Glamour Witch 43:24- Story Time: Princess Rosamund Sophie Saint Thomas is an award-winning journalist and author based in Ne…
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Marie Scott, the Creator and Founder of Happy and Healthy After Widowhood boasts an impressive resume as a best-selling author of three published books, with two more in the pipeline. She's also recognized internationally as a speaker and holds certifications as a Health and Grief Coach. Following the loss of Dave, her husband of three decades, and…
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Join Cairelle and I as we talk about the magic of genealogy, the Hapsburgs and I find out that alligators can climb fences, therefore never sleeping again. 0:00- Interview with Cairelle 38:47-Dish of the Week: New Orleans Cuisine 51:24- Tea Time: Genealogy Basics 1:03:46- The Hapsburgs and Charles II of Spain Cairelle Crow is a priestess in service…
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On Today's Second Serving, we did an episode swap with Magic in the United States! Magic in the United States is a fantastic podcast that explores religion and spirituality in the American lanscape. Magic in the United States Website If you enjoyed the show, please give us a 5 star on whatever podcast platform you listen to us on! Support Dine with…
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Meloney, a first-generation BVI islander from Tortola in the Caribbean, shares her unique cultural background, heavily influenced by her Jamaican roots. She highlights the diverse religious and cultural landscape of Jamaica, including the presence of various ethnicities and religions. Despite being predominantly Christian, Jamaican culture is a fus…
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