Best Beth Kempton Podcasts (2024)

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S3 Ep11 FAREWELL WINTER A special episode for the turn of the season 48:01

5M ago48:01

48:01

The UK’s #1 favourite Christmas podcast is back for a one-off special to mark the turning of the season and the gift of a leap day as winter gives way to spring. This bonus episode ‘FAREWELL WINTER’ includes: - A beautiful ritual for bidding farewell to winter - An insight into the tradition of ‘leap day’ - Ideas for celebrating the arrival of spri…

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S3 Ep10 WINTERSONG: Gratitude + dreaming 35:52

6M ago35:52

35:52

Here we are completing another circle around the sun. We have clambered across the fabric of another year, stitched together adventures, stories, and memories, darned some holes as neatly as we could, knotted threads of new colour into our lives, and we are now here at the edge looking back across all we have woven in the past twelve months. This i…

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S3 Ep9 SILENT NIGHT: Relishing 'the Hush' 36:12

7M ago36:12

36:12

These are the days in between. The liminal space that hovers beyond the festivities and the before the arrival of a fresh New Year. I call this time 'the Hush', when the world slows and some kind of portal opens up. This episode is all about making the most of this precious time and it includes: Ideas for different ways to spend these days in betwe…

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S3 Ep8 CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE: And breathe… you’ve got this 30:24

7M ago30:24

30:24

It’s nearly Christmas Eve. Can you feel the magic hovering? If ever there was a time to take a deep breath and let go of all that has not been done to embrace what is here, that time is now. Pull up a chair and relax, my friend. It is Christmas, after all. This very Christmassy episode will ease you into Christmas, reminding you what really matters…

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S3 Ep7 IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER: Pausing, honouring, remembering 57:24

7M ago57:24

57:24

This week's episode is dedicated to those we love and miss, to encourage us all – me included – to take all the time we need to feel all the things we are going to feel in the days ahead. I hope you find this episode to be a comfort. Of course I am not going to tell you how to be or what to do as you face Christmas without a loved one, or face it c…

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S3 Ep6 MISTLETOE & WINE: Festive feasting 58:29

7M ago58:29

58:29

This delicious episode is all about festive feasting – from the main event to all those gatherings and feedings in between. I adore cookbooks and share a lot in this episode, along with some other food-related delights. I hope it gets you flicking through your own recipe books and planning for some special time around the table this year. This epis…

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S3 Ep5 WHAT SWEETER MUSIC: Wintery words to soothe the soul 1:10:19

7M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

There is a particular kind of joy in the simple act of curling up in an armchair with a book on a winter's day, or going to a café with nothing to do but take in the next chapter, or going to bed early and sitting up against soft pillows to read by lamplight. Words can be a real comfort in the darkest of seasons - both those we read and those we wr…

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S3 Ep4 DECK THE HALLS: Making your home festive and cosy 56:40

8M ago56:40

56:40

Did you know it is scientifically proven that decorating for Christmas can actually make you happier? Oh yes my friends, it is in the interests of our health that we get those fairy lights up... With the weather getting chillier outside, it is the perfect time to start thinking about how to make our homes festive and cosy, and a sanctuary of wellbe…

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S3 Ep3 WE THREE KINGS: For the love of mindful gifting 52:02

8M ago52:02

52:02

Today is all about mindful gifting. Listen to this before Black Friday hits! It’s almost impossible to think about Christmas without thinking about presents, and I know it’s still early, but starting to think about mindful gifting now can save us stress, save us money, help us give things that will genuinely bring joy, and give us time to enjoy the…

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S3 Ep2 CANDLELIGHT CAROL: nourishing mind, body and soul 55:31

8M ago55:31

55:31

The modern world calls us on us to be visible, to be sociable, to be ‘out there’ and tell everyone about it, not to mention to fill our days rushing from one thing to the next to keep up with everything society makes us feel we should be doing, nevermind the pressure from advertisers to create the perfect Christmas, and the knowledge that we are so…

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S3 Ep1 CHESTNUTS ROASTING ON AN OPEN FIRE: Seeking slow this season 33:35

8M ago33:35

33:35

Come on in out of the wind, my friend. I am so glad you found this old cottage, hidden away as it is in a small village in the South West of England. Come on through to the kitchen, pull up a chair. There are gingerbread stars fresh out of the oven and steaming tea in the pot. How have you been, my friend? I am so glad you are here and I’ve got so …

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S3: TRAILER New season coming November 8 'SEEKING SLOW THIS WINTER' 3:32

8M ago3:32

3:32

Friends, it's nearly time! The Calm Christmas Podcast is back for a new season. Our theme for this year is 'Seeking slow this winter'. The new season will begin on November 8, and then new episodes will drop every weekend until the new year. Over the past few years Christmas has become, for many, overcommercialised, and a time of stress and exhaust…

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Mother Worthy with Beth Barry 1:02:13

10M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Beth Barry is the author of "Motherwhelmed" and the founder of Revolution From Home. On this podcast, Beth shares candidly about her process of learning to embody her own worth as a woman and a Mother and walks us through some of the ways Mothers have been taught to negate their gifts and needs and exist in a constant state of self-doubt. You can l…

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The science of Nurture with Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD 46:46

11M ago46:46

46:46

In this episode, I talk with Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD, author of "The Nurture Revolution." Greer shares her journey to neuroscience and why she chose to specialize in infant brain development. We talk about the indelible impact of early childhood experiences, the lack of cultural support for Mothers and parents, and the REAL meaning behind Nurture. I…

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Do plants mother? Earth magic and plant wisdom with Ash Ritter 1:07:01

11M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Ash Ritter is an ethno-botanist, herbalist, plant magician and teacher. In this episode I ask Ash about Mother Rage from the perspective of plants. Listen in.

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Kali's gifts with Sally Kempton 47:10

1y ago47:10

47:10

On the day this podcast was published, Sally Kempton left her body. This episode is dedicated to Sally, her teachings, and her indelible imprint on my life and the lives of so many. In this episode we discuss: The Goddess Kali, her teachings, lessons, and shadow aspects The transformational aspects of birth as Kali-esque Female rage and its transmi…

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Turning toward rage and the transformation of parenthood with Luis Mojica 55:01

1y ago55:01

55:01

Welcome back to Luis Mojica of Holistic Life Navigation. In this episode we discuss the somatics of rage and the particularities of birth and postpartum as shock states. We also discuss: - rage vs anger - the role of community - healing as a feminine state, trauma as a masculine state - reconfiguring our experience by consenting to the things we di…

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A body, mind, spirit understanding of emotions in the postpartum window with Sunny Rose Healy 1:04:11

1y ago1:04:11

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Sunny Rose Healy is an Ayurvedic practitioner specializing in women's hormonal and perinatal health. Find her online at www.mamayurveda.com / @mamayurveda

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Fertility is not just about pregnancy w/ Dr. Katie Rose 50:06

1+ y ago50:06

50:06

Welcome, Dr. Katie Rose! In this episode, we talk about all things reproductive health. Dr. Katie and I discuss not only the nitty gritty of fertility as it relates to overall health, but also get into the weeds a bit about top concerns for anyone trying to conceive. Dr. Katie is a naturopathic doctor specializing in hormonal and reproductive healt…

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The Microbiome, Pregnancy, and Dynamic Health with Scott Blossom 1:03:26

1+ y ago1:03:26

1:03:26

In this episode, I had the honor to be in conversation with Scott Blossom, a renowned practitioner and teacher of Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and Yoga about his perspective on the human microbiome. We dive into the what and the how of the microbiome - what is it, and how does it impact our overall health? We also discuss some of the ways the microb…

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Puberty, Hormones, and the Sacred Dance of Body and Spirit 53:10

1+ y ago53:10

53:10

Welcome Luis Mojica from Holistic Life Navigation! Luis shares his incredible story of coming to trauma healing from an estrogen-dominant male body and moving through the shock of puberty and a fractured cultural ideal related to masculinity and manhood. In this conversation, we discuss: The body initiation of puberty and sexual expression. The nee…

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S1 Ep12: LIVING - embracing a flourishing writing life 34:10

1+ y ago34:10

34:10

In today’s episode we are exploring what it means to live a flourishing writing life, practically, emotionally and spiritually. It includes: - The relationship between money and writing - My guideposts for the writing path - PLUS a special message for you I hope this podcast will help you write fearlessly, and with joy, and build a writing practice…

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S1 Ep11: HARMONISING - going with the ebb and flow 36:00

1+ y ago36:00

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In today’s episode we are exploring the importance of going with the ebb and flow in a writing life. It includes: - Embracing seasonal writing - Why the life lessons we can learn from nature can be a great relief I hope this podcast will help you write fearlessly, and with joy, and build a writing practice that nourishes you for the rest of your li…

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S1 Ep10: AUTHORING – pitching and writing a book 44:49

1+ y ago44:49

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In today’s episode we are talking all about writing books. This is going to be a rich and juicy session, and you might want to take notes. This includes: - What I really want you to know about writing books (five books and more than 45 book deals in, I have a few thoughts!) - Top tips for pitching your idea to a publisher. - The four questions you …

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S1 Ep9: APPRENTICING – learning, always learning 40:36

1+ y ago40:36

40:36

In today’s episode we explore why it is important that as writers we are learning, always learning. I hope this gives you the confidence to allow yourself to be a beginner over and over, whilst recognising and honouring all that you do know and have learnt along the way. This episode includes: - Thoughts on how a writing life is built - What to do …

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S1 Ep8: SHARING – cultivating the courage to share your words 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

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In today’s episode we explore how to cultivate the courage to share your words with other people. This episode includes: - Reasons for sharing (and not sharing) your work with others - Reasons why rejection can be a good thing - How to keep going when it’s hard In each episode, I will talk for about fifteen to twenty minutes, and then offer you a t…

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Settling in for a cosy winter: A 2022 special episode 57:09

1+ y ago57:09

57:09

Christmas is coming. Can you feel it in the air? I can, and I love that feeling. And it’s why I am here with you again, for a special edition of the Calm Christmas Podcast. Rather than a whole series this year, to honour my own need for proper rest this winter I have created you a bumper special episode, to help you settle in to a cosy winter. This…

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S1 Ep7: SHAPING – developing the discipline of editing 54:55

1+ y ago54:55

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In today’s episode we explore how to go from vague idea, or a spilt page of words, to a polished, shaped piece of writing, how to develop the discipline of editing your own work, and to learn to trust your own opinion, and knowing when it’s time to get support from elsewhere. The episode includes: - How to know when a piece of writing is ‘done enou…

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S1 Ep6: FLOWING – experiencing the bliss of deep writing 40:55

1+ y ago40:55

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In this episode we explore the bliss of deep writing, and how to ease ourselves into this experience, where beauty, truth and insight seems to bubble up naturally from the depths of us. The episode includes: - The wild truth about writing - How the Prologue of The Way of the Fearless Writer appeared to me - How access a state of deep writing - PLUS…

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S1 Ep5: EXPANDING – discovering the joy of journaling 40:11

1+ y ago40:11

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In this episode we explore the joy of journaling, looking at how it can support our writing practice, what we might like to journal about, and what fun approaches can keep us interested throughout our lives. The episode includes: - What I discovered when I surveyed over 1000 writers - Why journaling is so valuable for your writing practice and for …

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S1 Ep4: OPENING – choosing the writing path 41:18

1+ y ago41:18

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In today’s episode we explore what it means to choose the writing path, to seek out confirmation that the path is the right one for us, and to take the next step along it with confidence and hope. This episode includes: - A special message for you - Insight into what happens as soon as you commit to the writing path - Assurance that you do not need…

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S1 Ep3: PRACTISING – writing, just because 47:02

1+ y ago47:02

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In today’s episode we explore how to get into the mindset of writing, just because. Writing without attaching that writing to a fixed goal. Writing without worrying whether anyone will like it. This simple but profound shift can change everything, my friend. This episode includes: - The real point of writing practice - A peek inside my writing spac…

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S1 Ep2: RELEASING – shifting blocks and letting go 39:54

1+ y ago39:54

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In today’s episode we explore how to shift blocks and let go, so we can let the words flow. This episode includes: - One essential thing we need to know in order to release the words we carry inside - How to solve almost any writing problem - How breathwork and meditation can help us write In each episode, I will talk for about fifteen to twenty mi…

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S1 Ep1: QUIETENING – making time and space to write 42:04

2y ago42:04

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In this episode we are going to explore ways to make time and space to write, and quieten the noise of the world so we can go deep within. This episode includes: - Practical ways to make time for writing - My revelation that writing doesn’t have to be done at a desk(!) - How to deal with any guilt around making time for writing In each episode, I w…

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S1 Ep0: WELCOME! Introduction to The Fearless Writer Podcast 11:02

2y ago11:02

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Welcome to Season One of The Fearless Writer Podcast with me, author Beth Kempton. This season is all about freeing the words within. I will be chatting about the things we don’t usually talk about when it comes to writing – including the importance of wildness, surrender, and trust. I hope it will help you write fearlessly, and with joy, and build…

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Goals! w/ Jacki Carr 1:08:55

2y ago1:08:55

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Jacki Carr is a goal coach, a speaker, a mother, and a body of WISDOM. In this episode, Jacki and I talk all things goals - what they is, what they ain't, what they could be, and how to drop the story of what they should be. Jacki makes me life every three minutes, so listen in for some pep, inspiration, deep talk, and laughter. I know you'll love …

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Women and Food in Pregnancy 41:53

2y ago41:53

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What gets in the way of women feeding themselves in life and in pregnancy? Maryn and I explore the complexities and cultural factors on women feeling fed, nourished, and well throughout pregnancy, birth, and motherhood.

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Attuning to Life with Kate Powell 49:10

2y ago49:10

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Kate is a wisdom tender and spiritual embodiment guide who helps you track where your story meets your body, zeroing in on what needs to be remembered, reclaimed, and lovingly repaired. http://www.wildsacredjourney.com/

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S2 Ep9: RELEASE (reflect + dream) 16:40

2+ y ago16:40

16:40

Welcome to The Hush – that precious, liminal space between Christmas and New Year. In today’s episode, the final one of this series, we explore the idea of ‘less doing, more dreaming’. These are the days in-between. This is a precious time to breathe deeply, savour moments with loved ones or alone and feel the world slowing just for a moment. It's …

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S2 Ep8: CHERISH (pause + celebrate) 15:21

2+ y ago15:21

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So here we are in Christmas week! This week I am sharing a few quiet words and a couple of festive recipes (for you and for the birds) to bring a sprinkling of calm as the festivities peak. With inspiration from Julia Baird, Emma Mitchell, and Maya Angelou. Wishing you whatever kind of Christmas you want and need this year. Beth Xx Phosphorescence …

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Complexity, Birth, and Trauma Healing with Marissa Angeletti - Part 2 53:28

2+ y ago53:28

53:28

The conversation continues (and deepens!) as Marissa and I continue weaving together the principles of Ayurveda, birth, grief, and liberation from a binary of care. Find Marissa online at www.inlokahmotion.com / @inlokahmotion Join the Winter Sacred Moon series https://coursecraft.net/c/wintermoon

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S2 Ep7: REST (escape the chaos) 34:17

2+ y ago34:17

34:17

Ease yourself through the holiday preparations with this gentle episode all about rest, including a host of ideas for taking care of yourself as winter moves in. With inspiration from Liza Dalby (@lizadalby), Jilly Shipway, Shiva Rea (@shivarea108), Lucy Brazier (@brazier.lucy), Claudia Hammond (@claudie_hammond_), Gareth Owen, Katherine May (@kath…

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Complexity, Birth, and Trauma Healing with Marissa Angeletti - Part I 48:03

2+ y ago48:03

48:03

Marissa and I discuss the intersection of Somatics and Ayurveda in trauma resolution as well as the fallacy of control in birth, the shadow side of "holistic" birth, and the paradox of simple solutions to complex issues in our culture of birth and healing. Part I of II inlokahmotion.com @inlokahmotion…

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S2 Ep6: CALM (ease + joy) 24:16

2+ y ago24:16

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A lovely, relaxing episode to ease you into a place of restfulness this winter, including a beautiful meditation, some gorgeous winter poetry, and some tips for finding calm in the chaos. With inspiration from Hakuin, Brian Patton, Roger McGough, Mark Strand, the Royal Horticultural Society (@the_rhs), Joey Hulin (@joeyhulin_writer), Isobel Carlson…

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S2 Ep5: NEST (simplify + decorate) 28:26

2+ y ago28:26

28:26

This episode is all about nesting – getting your home and heart ready for the winter, with natural Christmas decorations, and ideas for mindful crafting. With inspiration from Laurie Lee, Ariella Chezar (@ariellachezardesign), Lucy Hunter @lucytheflowerhunter, Truman Capote, Lizzie Kamenetzky, Cleo Wade @cleowade, The Royal Horticultural Society (@…

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S2 Ep4: LOVE (gratitude + gifting) 35:22

2+ y ago35:22

35:22

It’s time to dive into Christmas gifting, with a host of ideas for mindful, meaningful gifts and some innovative ways to wrap your presents to surprise and delight. We have inspiration from JRR Tolkien, Michelle Mackintosh, Hollie McNish, Laura Pashby, Laura Fleiter and Kerstin Niehoff, and some lovely festive projects to try. Let this episode insp…

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S2 Ep3: NOURISH (body + mind) 26:06

2+ y ago26:06

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Today’s episode is inspired by festive food, but not in an obvious way. We explore what fermentation can teach us about Christmas, learn how to make hoshigaki (dried persimmons) and spelt digestives, and explore the tradition of Stir Up Sunday. This episode is packed with tips for nourishing yourself with food and herbal remedies this winter, along…

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S2 Ep2: BREATHE (inhale the season, exhale the stress) 27:32

2+ y ago27:32

27:32

From watching starling murmurations to cooking up a vat of hot soup, from long wintery walks and forest bathing to practicing calming breathing exercises, this episode is full of ideas for gentle ways to slow down, inhale the season and exhale the stress. And with a host of get ahead tips to make sure your holiday preparations all come together in …

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S2 Ep 1: PREPARE (intention + inspiration) 36:35

2+ y ago36:35

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I have loved Christmas since I was a child. The hopes of snow and flying reindeer, that special Christmassy feeling in the air. I still sense that as a grown up, but the festive season seems to come with a lot more pressure these days. This year, instead of trying to create the perfect Instagrammable Christmas, what if we just relaxed and focused o…

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S2 Intro: Making winter special 7:36

2+ y ago7:36

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Welcome to Series 2 of the podcast! This quick intro tells you what goodness I have in store for you over the coming weeks, with new episodes every Wednesday throughout November and December. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any of them!By Beth Kempton

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