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Presented by gardening writers Jane Perrone & Alys Fowler, the Guardian’s gardening podcast explores different horticultural topics and hands out advice and tips by the bucket load, along with expert interviews and discussions
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A weekly podcast series asking newsworthy experts and leaders the tricky questions about the politics of everything that matters to mankind in the 21st century. Host Amber Daines is a former journalist turned media trainer, speaker, and author who is also devoted to raising her young family.
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I broadcast a 2 hour, Saturday lunchtime radio show in Somerset with Somer Valley FM called Storm in the Valley - boasting expertise knowledge in new and underground music producers/singer songwriters and bands from around the globe. I also do interviews - and here is where I'll load the interview segments from my shows. I call this segment, Picking Up Static. I'll share the interviews for online streaming, sharing and catching up.
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A podcast aimed at Christian single women to explore practical topics like habits single women should be developing, living with roommates, caring for aging parents and navigating long-distance relationships. "Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she smiles at the future." Proverbs 31:25 smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com
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Amanda Rose was an early guest on this show (in fact ep 95 The Politics of Ambition) and that was some years ago. Since then, much has evolved for her and those she works with and how to create impact in business communities. Today Amanda Rose (#BossLady) is an advocate for women in business, a media commentator, keynote speaker and an entrepreneur…
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Bad things can and do happen to all kinds of people. It can be hard to see the good or the why in such times and adversity is not something we can always easily “get over”. Yet maybe we can. Positive thinking and reframing go hand in hand – we can for example choose to focus on the positive aspects of a situation, rather than the negative. Reframin…
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The mental load is a term for the invisible labour involved in managing a household and family, which typically falls on women's shoulders. It seems to have become something we can debate and dissect but what does it mean for feminism and equality between genders? Enter my guest Mia Northrop who regularly shares insights and inspiration on life adm…
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In this episode we delve into positive psychology. Alison Gault is a qualified Positive Psychology coach, Wellbeing strategist, and Speaker. Alison specializes in helping busy, professional women to build a life full of happiness, energy and freedom by tapping into the power of positive psychology. Having worked with hundreds of busy professionals …
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Jeremy Sandell is a highly accomplished tech entrepreneur, sales professional, and personal development trainer. With over 10 years of experience and over $15 million in one-on-one sales, he has revolutionized the lives of countless individuals through his mentorship and coaching whilst becoming a top 1% earner in the online business space. Notably…
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Dr Jane Foster has been a teacher and educator for over four decades, both in Australia and abroad. Throughout her career, she noticed how the pervasive culture of blame, criticism and judgement can be damaging and destructive. This realisation inspired her to establish MYTERN, which has since evolved into Emotional Resilience (ER). In her doctoral…
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This episode refers to trauma (obviously) so listener caution is recommended. Dr Caroline Lloyd is a GP with a multifaceted career. After graduating from Monash University she has worked in traditional general practice, women’s health, sexual health, cosmetic dermatology, hypnotherapy and bariatric surgery and has now found her passion in Mental He…
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Known as the coach's coach, Charlotte Blair is someone who believes in living each day to the fullest, aiming for ten out of ten types of days, every day. As an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and one of Australia’s most experienced Gallup Accredited Strengths Coaches, she loves helping people find their p…
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Biblical counselor Dr. Ernie Baker shares insights on how couples can grow in relational and communication skills by answering the following questions: What are God-honoring motives for pursuing growth in these two areas? What is the difference between character qualities and relational skills? What are the core areas of communication we need to pu…
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Before we start this episode talks about a topic that may be upsetting and affect some listeners so please bear that in mind before you tune in Kristi McVee is a passionate advocate for child safety and the prevention of child sexual abuse, dedicating over a decade of her life to this critical cause through her career as a police officer, detective…
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This episode mentions mental health conditions and may not be suitable for all. Jacinta Dietrich is a neurodivergent and bisexual writer, editor and podcaster based in Melbourne, Australia. She is an autistic ADHDer with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and a family history of suicidality, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Jacinta uses her liv…
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Sarah Dougherty helps us understand the rich meaning and application of the virtue of “kindness” by answering the following questions: what is the biblical definition of kindness, and how is it different from the world’s version? How do we cultivate this fruit of the spirit? Why do we need to be trained how to be kind? And why is it so important th…
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When I say medicinal cannabis what comes to mind? It is definitely mainstream and helps patients with chronic conditions such as epilepsy and back pain. My guest today Adam Guskich is here to discuss medical cannabis which was made legal in Australia in 2016, and his company Medigrowth launched a year later. With multiple companies vying to become …
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Challenging behaviours are something many parents and carers and educators face in engaging with kids and teens – but sometimes it is more than this. Enter my guest Dave Jereb who is a distinguished paediatric occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience and co-founder of MoveAbout Therapy Services. His vision centres on creating a world…
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Biblical counselor Greg Gifford brings clarity to understanding the motives of our heart by answering the following questions: Why do our motives matter so much to God? What are questions someone can ask themselves to identify their motives? How should we interact with the tension of mixed motives? What is the process for purifying our motives? And…
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Much is made of intergenerational wars so to speak. For the first time, we now have 4 generations working together or at least having some participation in paid work – as in Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y or Millennials, and the youngest group Gen Z. Each has been shaped by their external circumstances, values of the time they were raised, and major world e…
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The famous saying goes, if only you could put an old head on young shoulders. When I was a teen and my dad said this it seemed like a positive validation that getting older was a milestone to be celebrated and revered even. However, western society today is youth-obsessed – from stories of billionaires in their 20s and 30s being the big news, to th…
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Australians are highly generous people. The Charities Aid Foundation report in 2022 identified Australians as the fourth most generous, out of 119 countries surveyed. At the heart of this is a theme of social change our topic today. Charitable causes seem to be everywhere – from micro philanthropy from individuals using platforms like GoFundMe to l…
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Dawn Harcus explains the spiritual mothering model laid out in Titus 2 by answering the following questions: We have the Scriptures and the Holy Spirit, but why does God incorporate the human element of training into our sanctification? Is spiritual mothering best done in groups or one-on-one? Who is responsible for initiating this relationship? Sh…
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Lizzie Macaulay is the owner of Write It! A copywriting service that helps entrepreneurs and business owners find and use their big voice to build a dedicated following. As a launch copy specialist, she supports business owners to create compelling, character-filled copy that sets their products, services and businesses up for success! She loves to…
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For over a decade, Doreen Brown has helped transform businesses, supporting clients to optimise for more income and impact. After struggling with burnout, Doreen decided to laser focus on how to do business with more ease while still growing my income. That's where Human Design comes in. It completely changed her life and business. Her yearly profi…
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Exiting a business is something special and not everyone gets to do it graciously or profitably. My guest today Fleur Madden is a career entrepreneur with 20 years in business running 4 of her own companies. She is an award-winning businesswoman, experienced CEO/Founder/ Board Member, recognised industry expert and women in business speaker who was…
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Dr Lucy Burns is a smart woman! As a GP and lifestyle medicine doctor and has extensive training in psychological medicine. She ran a successful medical weight loss clinic which was the inspiration for creating an online learning platform with Dr Mary Barson called Real Life Medicine. They help people reclaim their health and weight by addressing t…
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Lynne Brown walks us through how to recover from failure by answering the following questions: How do we recover in those moments when we fail to live up to our expectations or the expectations of others? When a Christian fails and sins, what is the process of restoration? In what ways does the painful experience of failure serve as a gracious gift…
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Obu Ramaraj is the CEO of Smart Money Solutions, Money Management Expert, Speaker and Author of two books ‘Smart Women, Smart Home loans: what your lenders won’t tell you’ is a guide and ‘Smart Women, Smart Habits: Powerful practices to create your ideal financial future’. Her experience is quite unique in that she is a first-generation Australian …
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This episode does delve into mental health issues so comes with a listener warning. Vanessa Stuart is the Founder, Director, and CEO of Total You Coaching, and she's on a mission to empower individuals to lead powerful and passionate lives, especially if they're struggling with anxiety. She understands that anxiety can be a significant obstacle in …
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Musician and music educator Kellie Cunningham guides our understanding of the theology behind singing by answering the following questions: Why did God design and command us to sing? Can you explain why it's important to listen to and sing music that is biblically sound? Why is congregational singing so important for believers? For someone who does…
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Ever wondered what makes a business visible? I don’t mean the likes on their socials; I mean household name kind of visible or a known leader in their niche. Today I chat to Deb Szabo, a business owner who specialises in this and for 30 years has leveraged her expertise to help build and scale businesses through innovative marketing. She now shares…
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Many people enjoy for examplemultiplayer games and virtual worlds. Learn how to stay safe while you're gaming online. Our screentime has become part of BAU in work and socially. Smartphones are life as my teen says! One review I read comparing children's screentime before and during COVID, shows children’s screentime spiked by a whopping 52% betwee…
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Pastor Philip De Courcy brings the comfort of God's Word to help us identify and overcome sinful fear by answering the following questions: How do we discern the differences between natural, sinful, and holy fear? How are we as Christians to understand the supposed disconnect between our theology of God’s protection and our experience? What is the …
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Dina Cooper is a parent coach of 12 years and a wife and mum of two teens. She believes in the limitless potential of us all to heal and be the parent we want to be. She is especially passionate about children growing up with the mindset, courage, and resilience to live their potential through helping parents develop their leadership skills. She is…
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Wellbeing isn’t a nice-to-have; it is necessary. It is necessary for our health, energy, connection, creativity, relationships, performance - and so on. But despite this, investing time in our health and well-being often hits the bottom of our priorities – and if you are also wired to seek out high performance it can seem like an oxymoron perhaps. …
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Biblical counselor Hannah Fuller offers encouragement to persevere well through trials by answering the following questions: How does perseverance look different for a Christian, and what fruit is produced when we persevere well? When we are in an extended challenge how do we guard our minds and hearts from despair? How do we persevere through the …
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Noah Riseman is Professor of History. He specialises in Australian histories of sexuality, gender and race. He is author or co-author of five books, including: Defending Country: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Military Service since 1945 (2016); Serving in Silence? Australian LGBT Servicemen and Women (2018); Indigenous Peoples and the Secon…
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The Politics of Everything podcast with Amber Daines: https://amberdaines.com/podcast/ Here we discuss mental health including suicide so this episode may not be suitable for all listeners. 208 The Politics of Mental Health Stewart Hawkins Stewart Hawkins is a multi-award-winning journalist, photographer, TV producer and editor. He has covered assi…
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Chris Hamilton shares the wisdom in seeking counsel by answering the following questions: what are the areas of life where counsel is useful? How many counselors should someone have in their life? What are the characteristics of a discerning counselor? What are the types of questions you should ask when seeking counsel? What weight should counsel h…
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ER Doctor Carlan Wendler joins the podcast to provide practical guidance on how to navigate a medical emergency by answering the following questions: What is a Christian's responsibility when confronted with a medical emergency in everyday life? How can you help a family member or friend navigate the healthcare system? How do I know if I should go …
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Biblical counselor and author Stuart Scott helps set the tone for this year by encouraging us to put off pride and put on humility by answering the following questions: What are symptoms of pride? What are common ways you see pride manifesting in singles and in dating relationships? How can we identify and steer clear of "counterfeit" humility? Wha…
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Let’s face it, leaders have been through a lot over the past three years. Yet the storm of organisational change keeps coming, and uncertainty is the new normal. Leadership is ultimately about people, yet many find themselves responsible for implementing change without ever being taught the foundations of how to actually lead people through it. My …
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Author and pastor Tim Challies encourages us with the truths about Heaven, our eternal home, by answering the following questions: Why is the topic of Heaven particularly meaningful for you? Why is it that Christians think so little about Heaven? Can you share some of the common misconceptions about Heaven you see among believers? Can you help us u…
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We all know about burnout and my show has done a few episodes that have specifically looked at the causes, treatments, and best of all prevention. My guest today Melo Calarco is on a mission to help millions of people beat burnout in the modern world but ever wondered what that takes? He is the published author of Beating Burnout-Finding Balance an…
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Many executives and business leaders as well as entrepreneurs get a business coach to drive them further and ensure they stay the course through the investable peaks and troughs of a career or business life. Enter today’s guest Karen Stein, a professional Certified Executive Coach who is passionate about supporting leaders to be their best selves. …
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Our vocational work dominates our time perhaps more than any other activity in our lives. Reagan Rose joins this podcast discussion to give a biblical perspective on work by answering the following questions: How should Christians view their work, and is it just a necessary means to an end? How would someone evaluate if they have a proper "work/lif…
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In its simplest explanation, a website conversion happens when a user completes a desired action on your website, like making a purchase or filling out a contact form. A good conversion rate apparently is between 2 percent and 5 percent. The thing with conversion rate is that even a jump of 0.5 percent can be a big deal. I assume that is about the …
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203 The Politics of AI Bias Tracey Spicer Having been an early guest on this podcast back in 2017 when her book The Good Girl Stripped Bare was released, I am excited to welcome back Tracey Spicer AM. For anyone wanting a recap, Tracey is a multiple Walkley Award-winning author, journalist, and broadcaster who has anchored national programs for ABC…
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As a pastor and biblical counselor, Lance Quinn provides encouragement on how Christians can demonstrate the love of Christ through bearing one another’s burdens by answering the following questions: What does the Bible say about bearing one another’s burdens? What are types of burdens we should help bear, and for how long should we bear them? How …
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Security is something that most of us have come across, at a major sporting event, live concert or even a shopping centre. Have you ever thought much about what it’s like to work in and run such as business? And if I say picture a security guard, you would more likely think of a male. Meet Gina Field. She is the Managing Director of a successful se…
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As some who has struggled at times with high-functioning anxiety, I have often wondered what makes a difference to my day. Is it exercise at dawn, a sense of control over my workload, the way I view the world as good or bad, or a range of nuanced mental and physical factors that can either alleviate or accelerate my condition? Through her media car…
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Mother of five, Rachel Zwayne helps us understand the Titus 2 principle of "loving your children" by answering the following questions: How should Christian's view children, and what lies from the world do you see even Christians believing about children? How can the gospel play a central role in motherhood? What attitudes can single women "put on"…
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Content creation is often the heart and soul of any modern business and its brand. My guest today Mel Daniels is a Content Strategist and Speaker who loves to understand ‘why’. Even past her toddler years, she always asked why. She wanted to understand why things worked like they did, why people acted a certain way and why she was the only one who …
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