Best Cath Brew Podcasts (2024)

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A Quick Dip into Effective Briefing - with Petra Trudell 16:28

9M ago16:28

16:28

A Quick Dip into Effective Briefing with Petra Trudell This week we’re dipping into the art of briefing with copywriter Petra Trudell. Petra explains what a ‘good’ brief and a great working relationship looks like and how to better brief our partners. Petra Canan Trudell is an American copywriter and journalist whose work has appeared in print and …

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A Quick Dip into Allyship - with Cath Brew 17:12

9M ago17:12

17:12

A Quick Dip into Allyship with Cath Brew Allyship is one of those words that we hear a lot, but isn’t always fully understood. In this Quick Dip we talk to Cath Brew about what it really means to be an LGBTQ plus ally, and why it matters. Cath is an LGBTQ+ inclusion consultant, mentor and artist who supports allies looking to step into confident ac…

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A Quick Dip into Plain Language - with Ema Naito 13:09

10M ago13:09

13:09

A Quick Dip into Plain Language with Ema Naito Are we sure that when we communicate our message isn’t lost in opaque statements, and clouded by complex language that speaks to no one? In this Quick Dip we talk to Ema Naito about the importance of clear and concise written English. Ema Naito is The Clarity Editor. A bilingual scholarly editor who lo…

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A Quick Dip into Intercultural Communication - with Mariana Barros 14:48

10M ago14:48

14:48

A Quick Dip into Intercultural Communication with Mariana Barros In this episode of A Quick Dip, we take a look at intercultural communication with our guest Mariana Barros as we explore the importance of understanding how cultural differences intersect with organizational and business culture. Mariana Barros holds a Masters degree in International…

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A Quick Dip into Tone of Voice - with Janine Christie 16:06

10M ago16:06

16:06

A Quick Dip into Tone of Voice with Janine Christie. For this episode of A Quick Dip, we delve into tone of voice. What does it mean when we talk about an organization or a brand’s tone of voice and why is it important? To guide us through this topic is Janine Christie, copywriter and creator of True Voice Kickstart. Her mission is to get solo entr…

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A Quick Dip into Inclusive Communication - with Sara Thornhurst 20:37

10M ago20:37

20:37

A Quick Dip into Inclusive Communication with Sara Thornhurst How often do we, as communicators, really consider the breadth and diversity of the people we’re communicating with? In this Quick Dip we talk to Sara Thornhurst about how inclusive communication can help organisations to reach and include more diverse audiences. Sara Thornhurst is a dis…

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A Quick Dip into Cultural Intelligence - with Trisha Carter 12:39

11M ago12:39

12:39

A Quick Dip into Cultural Intelligence with Trisha Carter. Cultural Intelligence: one of the terms we hear in relation to leadership and communications competencies but what is cultural intelligence? To answer this question, we asked an expert. Trisha Carter is an Organisational Psychologist, specializing in Intercultural Psychology who works in gl…

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Parenting a Child With Complex Medical Needs - with Kate Tuckwell 39:51

11M ago39:51

39:51

Every parent hopes to give birth to a healthy child, but what happens when things don't go according to our hopes or plans? Are you prepared for the possibly of your child having a medical condition that requires medical interventions and consistent care? This week, Kate Tuckwell shares the complexities and experiences of parenting her son, who has…

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Raising an Autistic Child - with Lori Boll 36:30

12M ago36:30

36:30

In 2003, Lori’s son Braden was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. This milestone event changed her focus from teaching elementary students to advocating for all children and inclusive education. In this frank conversation Lori talks about what it's like to have raised a son with additional needs. What you will learn: What skills and emotional…

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My Life as a Death Care Tutor - with Angie McLachlan 40:40

12M ago40:40

40:40

Being a death care tutor is probably one of the most unusual jobs there is. Every single human being is going to die, but despite this, death and dying are still considered a taboo subject in many societies. In this episode, we're going to the heart of the subject. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion for their work, Angie, a seasoned death car…

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Building a Positive Racial Identity in Black and Mixed Heritage Children 41:16

1y ago41:16

41:16

Motsabi grew up as a ‘mixed-race’ child in the 1990s in the UK in a blended family in which she was the only person of colour. Her parents took a ‘colour blind’ approach to raising her which meant she ended up navigating the experiences of race and racism on her own. As a result, Motsabi spent much of her childhood believing there was something wro…

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Facing a Life-limiting Illness - with Maria Baggaley Runningwater 38:24

1y ago38:24

38:24

Receiving the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness is not what anyone wants to hear. Yet, is it the doom and gloom so many fear? In this episode, Maria Baggaley Runningwater shares her experience of a cancer diagnosis, how she has chosen to live and offers an approach that could benefit everyone. Maria is also a good friend of my wife and mine. She…

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If It Doesn't Work Out, There's Always a Credit Card to Fly Home - with Regina Petra Meyer 34:02

1y ago34:02

34:02

Regina Petra Meyer is someone who chose to follow her desire for an adventure. So many people dream about adventures, but never do them and regret it. But when we do follow our dreams, it brings all kinds of life experiences, we never imagined. It also often challenges other people, including ourselves! This week, Regina talks about her experiences…

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Transmuting Grief - with Antonia Rolls 39:15

1y ago39:15

39:15

After experiencing 6 deaths of people close to her, and most recently her son's, Antonia reflects on these key moments in her life. She shares wisdom about the evolution of her experiences of grief and the ways in which she has chosen to transmute it. Follow Antonia: Twitter Facebook Website UK Resources: Samaritans – FREE Help – Tel: 116 123, E: j…

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The Art of Loving an Addict - a vox pop 36:31

2y ago36:31

36:31

Loving an addict is one of the hardest things someone can do. This week we hear people's reactions to Antonia's Rolls' exhibition, 'Addicts and Those Who Love Them'. In episode 1 of Drawn to a Deeper Story, Antonia spoke about being the parent of an addict. She invited me to her exhibition in Brighton and I went along to to talk to people as they c…

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Don't let your child be your first Black friend - with Dr Laura Anderson 55:58

2y ago55:58

55:58

Even for the most-informed parent, unlearning racism and having tough conversations about race can be confronting. For families formed through transracial adoption, it's essential. This week, I'm talking with Dr Laura Anderson about transracial adoption and particularly, why nurturing a child's racial identity is critical. In this episode, Dr Ander…

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Rescuing LGBTQ+ Refugees - with Michael Faila 55:08

2y ago55:08

55:08

Care 4 Calais states that the world's refugee crisis is the greatest humanitarian issue of our generation and how we respond will define us for years to come. Among the support and work being done to support refugees however, are the voices of descent; those who seek to demonise refugees and their desire for a safe new life. This attitude has alway…

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Roeing and Wading through the sea of misogyny 15:30

2y ago15:30

15:30

The devastating impact of the overturning of Roe v Wade is very real for millions of women and trans men. In this special episode Cath reflects on the public outrage and pleads to not make injustices 'normal'. She explores the links between #metoo last year and recent events, shares personal stories and offers a 30% discount on her 'Roeing and Wadi…

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Parenting a Child Through Trauma - with Stephanie 1:01:11

2y ago1:01:11

1:01:11

You think you've done everything you can to prepare your child for protecting their physical boundaries and consent and then the devastating happens. You learn that your child's boundaries have been broken. The impact of this kind of trauma is incredibly painful, damaging and long-lasting. The ripple effect means that not only the child suffers, bu…

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Discovering You Are a Forced Adoptee - with Liz Harvie 44:44

2y ago44:44

44:44

In the expat and globally mobile community we are familiar with adjusting to new cultures, new countries and new homes. In our processing, we often look to our families, our roots, our ancestors and our childhoods. What happens though when that avenue is not available to you? How does it feel to not have the same connection to your roots? Where doe…

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Life with Addictions - with Robyn Flemming 51:48

2y ago51:48

51:48

"You never drank THAT much." How often have you heard this yourself or said the same to a friend or family member? Many people consider their level of drinking as 'normal', when in reality it's masking a distressed emotional state. We all develop coping mechanisms to deal with stress and people drink alcohol for a variety of reasons. So when does a…

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Don't 'Dis' My Ability - with Nicole Demos 46:58

2y ago46:58

46:58

What's it like living with a physical disability? We understand that a person may use a wheelchair, but what does that really mean on a daily basis? This week Nicole Demos talks honestly about living with a disability. Nicole opens up, not only about her own emotional journey, but how she's been able to use her life experiences to better serve the …

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False Memories and Contested Sexual Abuse - with Kevin Felstead 51:37

2y ago51:37

51:37

False memory isn't a subject you hear much about. If you haven't heard about it, consider yourself lucky. Its impact on the individuals involved and their families can be catastrophic, not to mention the cost to the justice system. Psychiatrist, Paul R McHugh, describes false memory as “a condition in which a person’s identity and interpersonal rel…

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Polyamory: Families and Relationships - with Adrienne Sweetwater 1:00:30

2y ago1:00:30

1:00:30

The hetero-normative view of family is what we mostly see represented publicly and in the media. We might hear about LGBTQ+ families, but commonly we're shown a couple or a single parent. What about polyamorous families? Can you remember the last time you saw these types of relationships on TV or in the newspaper? In this episode, Adrienne Sweetwat…

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Patterns of Patriarchy: Herstory Rising - with Chrissy Ward 58:03

2y ago58:03

58:03

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Unexpected Listening: 'Being Rock' with Mandy Preece 48:23

2+ y ago48:23

48:23

Today's episode is the last in this first series. We've looked at eight different lives, all challenging in their own way, to the individuals themselves, but also to the people that they encounter. And now you've heard some of these stories, I wanted to conclude the series with giving you something practical, a 'how to'. How do we deal with these u…

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Almost married off at 12 with Angie McLachlan 49:23

2+ y ago49:23

49:23

What kind of life must you have lived, when friends ask mutual friends if everything you say about your life is actually true? I invited my wife, Angie to the podcast, not because Ang is my wife, but because having lived with Ang for 14 years, I see the other side of having lived that interesting life which makes people ask such questions. The live…

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Menopause: The Final Frontier with Mandy Preece 59:06

2+ y ago59:06

59:06

The number of menopausal women is expected to reach 1.1 billion by 2025. Whilst virtually every woman will go through menopause, it remains a hushed subject, a taboo, that in many countries sees women suffering in silence. Out of the 48 symptoms named in the Invisibility Report 51% of women can only name 3. Woman often start to feel the symptoms in…

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The Emotional Complexities of Living With Wealth with Alice 41:33

2+ y ago41:33

41:33

We all appreciate that being poor and struggling to make ends meet is difficult, but what about being wealthy? Is it really as desirable as we might think? Does it solve our problems and make us happy? I invited Alice for an honest conversation about what it's like to grow up in a wealthy family and to live with wealth. It's certainly not a very wo…

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The Day I Was Charged With Murder with Sue 47:49

2+ y ago47:49

47:49

Twenty five years ago Sue's life changed forever. Unexpectedly and suddenly, she found herself on a murder charge. How does a person cope with this kind of 'life shock'? The unexpected collision point which takes over your life and leaves its mark indefinitely? In this episode, Sue talks about the traumatising events that led to her arrest, how it …

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Valuing Motherhood over Womanhood with Sarah Black 46:36

2+ y ago46:36

46:36

Women are commonly asked, "do you have children?" It's a loaded fact-checking question and the woman's answer hovers as a tenuous balancing point from which they know there are two choices, being met with approval or judged. In this episode, Sarah talks honestly about the prejudice she faces in being a woman without children. She shares personal st…

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The Impact of ADHD and a Prison Sentence with Harvey 51:14

3y ago51:14

51:14

What happens when you find yourself before someone who challenges you because their experiences are outside society's accepted norm of good behaviour? Do you judge? Do you make a note to keep your distance? Do you politely remove yourself from the conversation because they are not like you? I invited Harvey to Drawn to a Deeper Story to talk about …

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Living on the Autism Spectrum with Hailey Slade 57:49

3y ago57:49

57:49

Hailey Slade is a yoga-loving, hippy tattoo artist with Aspergers. With poignancy and humour she shares what it's like to be on the autism spectrum. Living with autism is challenging; especially in a world that is made for people who think and process differently. It can be incredibly beautiful, but too often, people on the autism spectrum spend ye…

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Being the Parent of an Addict with Antonia Rolls 54:58

3y ago54:58

54:58

"Behind every addict is someone traumatized by loving them". If you've never experienced addiction, these words tend to hang in the air. Poised. Heavy. Looking for somewhere to land. They took my breath away. Such is the power of talking with this week's guest, Antonia Rolls. Antonia Rolls is an artist and uses painting and words to explore difficu…

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Series Teaser - What's this all about? 11:11

3y ago11:11

11:11

In this teaser episode, Cath talks about why this podcast is so needed right now. She also introduces you to what you will experience over the coming weeks. It's a heartfelt conversation where she explains why we 'other' people and the impact it has on our lives. If you've ever wanted to have better conversations, connect more deeply with people an…

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