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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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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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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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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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The Conversation: Gaining More Control of Your Money In our last episode, we talked about different ways to gain control of your money, from stocks to forex and more. In this episode, we’re going to add another tool to your money freedom toolkit, Bitcoin. Whether you love Bitcoin, are confused by it, or hate it, this digital money has changed lives…
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The Conversation: Tapping into Your Financial Power...No Matter How Much You Have Money is one of the most essential things we need to survive, but is one of the things most of us know so little about. Most of us don’t know what’s in our 401(k), yet it’s OUR 401(k). Many of us believe the stock market is only for certain folks, yet place our bets o…
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The Conversation: Building Bigger Dreams with No Limits In our first episode with Reggie Calhoun, Jr, we talked about his dream of creating his own college. Reggie shared how he was able to ignore the critics and naysayers who tried to get in his way. Reggie is back. This time, his dream has grown even bigger. Reggie’s dream of starting a college p…
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Mindset shifts. Choose your word for the year. Trust in a new way. Hurrah for Women. Powerhouse Business Woman, Mumma & Grandmama, Nic Shayler of This is Ape & Reasons to be Cheerful, talks to Rach about her experience of 2020 and the wisdom she is taking into 2021. Nic is in, soon to be released, Season 3 talking claiming her space, trusting life …
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The Conversation: COV1D-19….One Year Later In this follow-up episode, Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos (“Dr. G”) is back to talk about COVID-19. This time around, he is sharing what the medical community has learned about the disease that completely changed the world. Dr. G will be sharing how to handle the huge amount of information (and misinformation) th…
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“We need to do things that are uncomfortable or you will never grow.” - Alienor Salmon, Former UN researcher, Dance Ambassador, Author The Conversation: Learning to Flow With Life For most of us, a “comfort zone” might be speaking on stage or doing a Zoom call on a bad hair day….but what about leaving a high-profile job to go dancing around the wor…
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How to overcome fear when your husband loses his business. What to do. We've been there. A powerful perspective shifter. Nutritionist & health advocate Sarah Baylis And Rach, have a bite size chat over a cuppa on refocusing on what's important. Moving toward each other. Sarah is in soon to be released Season 3 talking finding voice, rebalance throu…
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"Ultimately good can come from bad….” - - Rachel Engstrom, Widow, Author, Cancer Advocate The Conversation: Navigating Towards Your Hope We are used to stories of a widow after a couple reaches their advanced years, but imagine if that couple was in their 20’s and 30’s? Imagine if the husband in that scenario went through the up and down journey of…
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Being a Shepherdess, Soil & Sensitivity as a super power. This honest and gentle tea, offers us reflections on the fragility of life as Dr Lydia Cole and Rach take a look back at wisdom and reflections on 2020. Lydia is soon to be in Season 3 talking the importance of peat and living with our planet. 03.01 - Shepherdess 08.40 - Lockdown pushed me t…
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"You are the CEO of your health and life...” - - Keyonna Renea, Photographer, Patient/Wellness Advocate on a Mission The Conversation: Fighting for Your Health….Despite the System Keyonna Renea knew something wasn’t right with her body, yet physician after physician ignored her. They assumed she was too young or just ignored her. Years later, Keyon…
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Woman wisdom & growth mindset. The surprising impact of online courses and how to let go. This life giving tea with Bex Tyrer and Rach takes a look back at wisdom and reflections on 2020. 02.13 - It tasted like lemons 04.27 - I learnt so much... 07.42 - the power of nature 09.17 - the wisdom 14.00 - the medicine Bex's Courses - Contact Rach Welcome…
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"I don’t think educators, as a collective, realize how much power we have….” - - Evalaurene Jean-Charles, Educator, Activist, Researcher, and Change Maker The Conversation: Is Our Society Learning to Fail….or Failing to Learn? As teacher and educational activist Evalaurene Jean-Charles. points out, teachers have to navigate a very complex and trick…
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"All my life I’ve been trying to figure out….when there’s no blueprint” - - Dr.Nino Rodriguez, Social Justice Educator, Activist, Community Organizer, Transformational Coach The Conversation: How Do I Heal Myself When I Don’t Know Where to Start? When we get a scar, there’s usually something we can get to fix it: Band-Aid, cast, or a call to the do…
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ICU, grief, cultivating intuition, reflections on each lockdown in London. This is a lively and honest cup of tea with Ruth Taylor, from episode 4 of 40 for Tea and Rach Allan. They explore her reflections from 2020 and lessons learnt: 04.40 - living with & supporting ICU Nurse friend 07.24 - second lockdown 08.26 - i let go of...including resentme…
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Celia Bull from cuppa 17 of 40 for Tea and Rach Allan, have a quick tea, to explore her experience of 2020, answering: What did it smell, taste & sound like? What did you learn & let go? What wisdom are you taking into 2021. Celia, ex pro Climber, now pro skipper, saved the life of Paul Pritchard on the Totem Pole in Australia. She & Paul both tell…
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