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40 for tea invites us on a quest, to take a moment to be together, a weekly conversation exploring our unique perspectives and common ground, what it is to be human in this new decade. With 40 for tea all perspectives are possible, instead of feeling divided about our differences as human beings, 40 for tea believes deep down we all want the same things, and it's good conversation and curiosity that's going to bring us together around the table (and a pot of tea, of course). Go grab a cuppa ...
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Broken to Brilliant is a charity founded by domestic violence survivors to help and mentor fellow survivors to recover, heal and rebuild their lives. Listen to survivor stories of strength and success, as they test our different programs, and share their experiences of rebuilding their lives after abuse. Broken to Brilliant is an Australian not-for-profit charity founded by domestic violence survivors to mentor fellow survivors to recover, heal and rebuild their lives after escaping abuse. W ...
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In this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias explore the ups and downs of motherhood and recovery. Dressed like twins, Amanda and Sarah share laughs and insights into their different parenting stages—Amanda with her teenage son and preteen daughter, and Sarah wit…
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Join hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams on " Overcoming Adversity," an addiction and mental health podcast powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. In this episode, we explore the moments in life that feel like the end—whether it's divorce, loss, addiction, or other personal struggles. Through candid conversations, our hosts shar…
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Welcome to "Overcoming Adversity," the addiction and mental health podcast powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. Join hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams as they dig into the raw realities of "Failure to Launch." Whether you're a young adult trying to figure life out or an adult who's starting over, this episode is for you. Ama…
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On this episode of Overcoming Adversity Podcast, Amanda Marino, the founder of Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts this episode alongside her co-hosts, Matt Williams and Sara Frias. We introduce Season Twos first guest, Janine Stella, founder of StellaMix Podcast Production. This episode features an incredibly raw and honest conversation about th…
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Step into the world beyond residential treatment with hosts Amanda Marino, Matt Williams, and Sarah Frias in this captivating episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. Discover the hidden challenges of transitioning from a structured treatment environment to the unpredictability of real life and learn h…
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Join us in this heartfelt episode of "Overcoming Adversity" as hosts Amanda Marino, Matthew Williams, and Sarah Frias dive deep into the intricate web of addiction and its impact on families. From Matthew’s vivid recollection of his Uncle Harold’s struggles to personal stories of overcoming substance use, this episode paints a raw and relatable pic…
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Dive in as we go into the intricate dynamics of couples battling addiction. offering a behind-the-scenes look at filming interventions, highlighting the unique challenges and emotional complexities of couples trying to break free from the grip of substance abuse. Through personal stories and professional insights, we explore whether it’s the addict…
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Welcome to Overcoming Adversity with Amanda Marino, Matt Williams, and Sarah Frias from Next Level Recovery Associates. In this episode, we're diving into Amanda's incredible journey from early sobriety to running a successful recovery business. Amanda shares how she turned her trauma and experiences in the entertainment industry into a thriving bu…
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In this episode of "Overcoming Adversity," Amanda Marino and Matt Williams chat with Sarah Frias about the real struggles and victories of self-care. Sarah opens up about her personal journey, from putting everyone else first to learning how to take care of herself, especially through motherhood and recovery. They talk about finding balance, the li…
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Ever wonder how someone can transform their darkest moments into a beacon of hope for others? Join us as we chat with Matt Williams, Chief Heart Officer at Next Level Recovery Associates. Hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias dive into Matt's inspiring journey from founding FRO Pro to earning double master’s degrees, all while navigating the ongoing …
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Hey everyone! We’re so excited to kick off a new chapter of the Overcoming Adversity podcast with two of my favorite people who have been with me since day one: Matt Williams and Sarah Frias. Join us as we dive into the amazing work we do at Next Level Recovery Associates. We'll be talking about interventions, recovery coaching, and sharing some tr…
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Welcome to this special episode of 40 for Tea. In this bonus episode of the final season, host Rachel Allan talks to Beverley Glick, an author renowned for her work on the transformative power of personal narratives. Together, they delve into an intimate and reflective discussion, exploring the art of storytelling and its profound impact on persona…
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Raise Consciousness, create heart coherence, heal and rewrite your life stories; when Science and Spirituality meet in Real time to understand the true power of the heart. Yes. Welcome back to 40 for Tea Podcast: Here it is Cuppa 39 of 40, yeay! Host Rachel Allan shares tea with Sheva Carr & Robert Browning of the world renowned Heart Math Institut…
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Rise to Rebuild Welcome to this special episode of the Rise to Rebuild podcast, where we delve into the transformative journey of healing, growth, and empowerment experienced by the participants of our groundbreaking program. Join Jamie and Fiona as they sit down with Sandy, Petra, Kerrie-Anne and Nicole to discuss their personal experiences and in…
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Welcome to Cuppa 37 of 40. In this episode of the 40 for Tea, host Rachel Allan invites you to a lively conversation with NNI dialogues Jonelle Naudé and Weibke Renner. We dive straight into tea, crossing divides and removing the charge from power words. These powerhouse women are firm believers in the power of facilitated, genuine communication an…
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Welcome to Cuppa 36.5 of 40. In this episode of the 40 for Tea, host Rachel Allan has a heartfelt and profound conversation with world-renowned activist, peacemaker, and author, Satish Kumar. With over half a century of activism, Satish is a beacon of hope, drawing from his profound interactions with figures like Pope Francis and Martin Luther King…
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Welcome to Cuppa 37 of 40 for Tea, as host Rachel Allan shares a cup of English Breakfast tea with acclaimed wildlife and travel photographer, Sue Flood, on an intimate journey across the icy landscapes of the Arctic and Antarctic. Sue Flood unveils the stark beauty of these remote territories, teeming with life, and challenges our perceptions abou…
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Welcome to Cuppa 36 of 40. In this episode of the 40 for Tea Podcast, host Rachel Allan engages in a heartfelt and profound conversation with world-renowned activist, peacemaker, and author, Satish Kumar. They delve into the essence of love, leadership, and radical love, exploring the significance of acceptance, compassion, and the practical applic…
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Welcome back to 40 for Tea, a quest to reconnect to what really matters, with 40 courageous and inspiring individuals over 40 cups of tea. Listen to this for the essence of this podcast. This pod opens Season 5, host Rachel Allan shares her journey of rediscovering the essence of 40 for Tea after a year break, and invites listeners to join her in e…
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8 key foundations stones if you are having a life wobble. Normalising the existential questions & numbing out. Putting a stake in the ground for life. How to focus when there is a war for your attention. Rachel Allan, welcomes the return of 40 for Tea, calling courage, focus and Facing our inner worlds, to create a Vision for a new future. With her…
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In this episode you will hear about Broken to Brilliant's HEART program - Healing Equine Art Resilience Therapy. HEART is held in a natural bush setting at The Therapy Pod in Tallebudgera Valley and the program was designed to promote safety & connection for domestic violence and abuse survivors and their children. In this episode Tracey, HEART fac…
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In this session, Netta chats with Margaret and Kate chat about how proud Broken to Brilliant is to be involved in the Misogyny project. This podcast was recorded the day the Directors and domestic violence survivors recorded their section for the Misogyny project. Our hope is that this project will bring new awareness to the community to help reduc…
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In this session, you will hear from Kerry, Kate and thrivers sharing their experiences of art therapy. Broken to Brilliant held our two-day DV-ART program that is held over a two-week period. DV-ART is an acronym for domestic violence amazing resilient thrivers – because that is exactly what survivors of abuse are - amazing resilient thrivers! Char…
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Chris Martinez, founder of Resilience Recovery Resources, is our guest on episode number 35 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Chris vulnerably discusses losing his father at a young age and how that life event altered his life, way of thinking, and ability to form relationships. He goes on to tell us how he found his way out of it and how he, st…
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In this podcast, Margaret and Andrea Directors of Broken to Brilliant discuss the focus of Broken to Brilliant's programs, who can attend and what types of programs the Charity offers. They discuss our survivor-led support programs, such as DV-ART HEART Steps to Rebuild your Life online education program, Support walk Give a book Financial Superwom…
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Yes, it's true. After one full year away, the OA podcast is back with episode number 34! We've missed you dearly which is why we wanted our first episode back to be a heartfelt one. Sarah Frias, a nurse in SoFla and the Family Support Specialist for Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, tells her story of surviving nursing school while battling a sub…
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Netta, a freelance journalist, a Broken to Brilliant published author, public speaker and anti-domestic violence advocate interviews Fiona Ware about her work to prevent bullying and domestic violence. In this podcast, they talk about how Fiona became involved with the Charity Broken to Brilliant, the HEART program which helps domestic violence sur…
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Cuppa 35 of 40 - an energising tea between the Sacred Valley in Peru & London with Shaman, Feng Shui Consultant & Dream Weaver Davina Mackail & Rach. Continuing the exploration of navigating chaos, inner wisdom & power. This tea treads the path of the inbetween, otherworlds & metaphysics. Davina shares lively stories of her journey to apprectince a…
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The Charity Broken to Brilliant has been founded by domestic violence survivors to mentor fellow survivors helping them to create a new chapter in their lives. In this episode you will hear from the Charity patron and singer song writer, Karen Jacobsen who shares how and why she supports domestic violence survivors. This episode focuses on why woul…
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Cuppa 34 of 40 - a tea between Liberia and London, lessons in history & bridging divides. Human & animal, multi-national organisation & indigenous community, women and men, borders & freedom. How do we hold polarities in both hands and explore new perspectives for a better world? Letla, a highly respected leader, forester and biodiversity specialis…
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What do you value the most? What a question. Mac shares a powerful 10minute perspective shifting story over tea with Rachel, on what is actually the most valuable and precious thing on this planet and in our lives. I will keep the suspense - for you to listen for the answer. This is an out-take from Cuppa 33, where we talk leadership, reconnecting …
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Oh its a goodie. How we bring indigenous wisdom into our modern day lives, transform our relationship to the earth, leadership and living fulfilled lives. Sustainability at it's core, in this rich tea, Mac & Rachel share stories offering ideas on a new way to lead, one that creates a future with integrity for generations to come. This is heart work…
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3 times Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Scilla Elworthy has tea with Rach to talk practical ways to influence peace for us all. How we can affect and overcome conflict in the the world, in communities, relationships and within. We hear of the Mighty Heart in Action, her new book guiding practical action that can transform lives & leadership everywhere. C…
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Part 2: Health is high on the agenda for us all. How to improve our immune system and health In this lively, practical Tea, with functional medicine practitioner Sue Camp. In this 2 part pod; Rach and Sue explore supplements, are they the green pharmacy? why sugar is evil and the importance of water. Jam packed with practical advice and laugh out l…
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Part 1 - Health is high on the agenda for us all. We ask how to improve our immune system and health In this lively, practical Tea, with functional medicine practitioner Sue Camp. In part 1 of 2 Rach and Sue talk the foundation stones of health including: gut health, sleep before midnight, circadian rhythms, the importance of Vitamin D, Movement - …
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Bonus episode with Rach, looking back over the season 3 & what to expect in Season 4. The Powerhouse Women teas we drank, and the existential questions answered. Belonging, Resilience, Love, Climate Crisis, Women, Overcoming Adversity, Health, Voices: Why we are better together. Wishing you much LOVE and Re-connection this Season. Now we rest, befo…
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A Practical Spiritual Tea, 30 of 40. Pioneering Voice practitioner Nikki Slade shares her journey to reconnect to true Voice, get past her busy mind and plugin to inner wisdom through chanting. We talk getting in the flow zone & yogic philosophy in the modern world. How to gain access to infinite wisdom and self trust. Interconnected, enlightening …
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Lynn was in her 40's recently divorced with 2 young children when diagnosed with breast cancer. In this inspiring podcast, Lynn soon to turn 60, she shares her story with Rach, journeying stage 4 cancer, the power of mindset in her recovery while bridging conventional and alternative medicines. Opening up the question of what's possible when we ste…
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In Cup 28 of 40, Rach talks with Dr Lydia Cole, conservation ecologist, fresh from COP26 on why peat is so important as a nature based solution in climate change. This is a beginners guide, with key resources detailed on what we need to know, what we can do and be inspired by a woman who loves her specialist subject. Get the kettle on and join us t…
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Where and to whom do we belong? Is this a practical, existential or being comfortable in your own skin question? In this gentle tea, Rach & Lorien explore personal stories, asking how we each belong and what is belonging? It has a big aha moment at the end after they wrestle with why at times we may not feel belonging. Both lived expat & local live…
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The Powerhouse Women Series: Women who found their purpose & share their passion. Which one to listen to? Rach gives us a quick review of topics covered in Season 3 so far + how she is and what's new. She wants to know who you are and get chatting with you! Topics covered include: Women, Overcoming fear, changing career, alcoholism, navigating emot…
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The Powerhouse Women Series: Women who found their purpose & share their passion. This lively, informative tea, is jam-packed with informative approaches to stress through nutrition and sleep. Rach and Sarah explore what we can practically do, exchanging thoughts on diet, hormones, stress & sleep. Sarah talks about why caffeine can be good, new way…
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The Power House Women Season: This lively tea with Rach and Bex, two 40-something women, explore the Power of Emotions, our relationship with our wrinkles, body image and life. Bex talks of the moment her body caught on fire, her journey through recovery and the lessons she learnt in the process. They talk candidly of the relationship with their bo…
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This is a clear, informative and hopeful tea on the circular economy and lessons from Africa. For anyone who wants to be inspired by changemakers, and know how we could step beyond green washing and impact change. Rach and Joanna talk rebalancing power dynamics in global supply chains, with practical understandable examples. Joanna leads Footprints…
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This lively tea with an opinion dives straight in! Rach and Andreea both changed careers for more hope and impact. When they got together over a cuppa, they had a whole world of notes and thoughts and dreams to exchange. In this episode, Andreea talks about becoming invisible, uprooting her life on a gut feeling, frozen spinach and new ways of look…
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Tea 22 of 40. Julia retraces her journey from a high flying corporate career to founding globally recognised NGO Orchid Project, on a mission to empower women & eradicate FGC. This honest tea talks of the pivot point, when purpose became more important than money. How therapy, stopping drinking and entering a Youtube competition left her talking va…
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Episode #33 is live and today's guest is the inspirational, Bonnie Mathews! Bonnie's story dives deep into what it's like being addicted to a loved one's addiction. Bonnie is a therapist with decades of experience in the mental health and substance use field but she is also in recovery from codependency for three decades! Bonnie tells the story of …
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