Best Obsession Leigh Podcasts (2024)

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26. This One's for the Sensitive Souls… Permission to Unplug 28:40

2d ago28:40

28:40

In this episode, I open up about my journey as a highly sensitive and empathic individual, sharing how these traits have shaped my life from early childhood experiences with social justice to my ongoing recovery and relationship with God. We navigate the challenges of managing overwhelming emotions and staying sane amidst global crises, while discu…

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25. Living in Action: The Prerequisite of Faith and Recovery 36:40

9d ago36:40

36:40

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show podcast, I am digging into the importance of taking action as a prerequisite for feelings like faith, motivation, and gratitude, especially in the context of recovery. Reflecting on my journey through 12-step meetings and 7.8 years of sobriety, I share how embracing the steps in order, taking action even witho…

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24. HOT TAKE: Sobriety is NOT Boring 32:15

16d ago32:15

32:15

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show podcast, I share my reflections on traveling in Japan and how life's unpredictability often prevented me from sticking to my initial plans, a profound lesson I've learned in recovery. I discuss the importance of living 'life on life's terms' and the need to seek God's will over my own, which means going with t…

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23. God Shots... Allowing Yourself to Find God in Absolutely Everything 33:51

23d ago33:51

33:51

Hey friends, in this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am once again checking in from Osaka, Japan! I can't believe we're wrapping up an incredible 17-day journey around this amazing country. The food, the culture—everything's been just out of this world. In this episode, I want to drop into how my journey of 7.77 years of sobriety is a massive gam…

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22. Sober in Japan… Experiencing Clear and Conscious Travel 22:46

28d ago22:46

22:46

In this episode of the Kori Leigh Show podcast, I'm coming to you from Kyoto, Japan—a place I never dreamed of being. Reflecting on my journey through sobriety, I discuss how many of the most treasured aspects of my life, like being sober, being a mom, and having a successful podcast, were never part of my plan. I delve into the paradox of setting …

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21. Tips for Mastering Habit Stacking.. My Top 5 Non-Negotiables for a Sober, Disciplined Life 31:11

1M ago31:11

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In this heartfelt episode of the Kori Leigh Show podcast, I open with immense gratitude for the show's incredible growth, attributing it to my devoted listeners. I reflect on my journey, discussing my memoir, 'Atlas of Darkness,' and how it symbolized a pivotal transformation in my life. I emphasize the importance of discipline and habits in achiev…

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20. Shattering the Stigma of Addiction… Interview with Gentry Jones Sharing Her Recovery Story & How She Helps Others Quit 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I brought on Gentry Jones as a special guest to share her story of sobriety and recovery. Despite having supportive parents and no significant trauma, she struggled with fitting in during her adolescence, developing a dependency on alcohol for coping with insecurities and social anxieties. The conversation tr…

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19. Weathering the Storm… Where Feelings Are Not Facts While Living in Acceptance of Life on it’s Terms 41:00

2M ago41:00

41:00

I want to talk to you about the themes of 'weathering the storm' and 'feelings are not facts,' exploring how these concepts intertwine in the journey of life. I share my personal experiences in life coaching, where I initially believed that a positive mindset and manifestation could lead to constant happiness. However, I learned that life encompass…

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18. Co-Creating with Our Goals & God’s Will 41:05

2M ago41:05

41:05

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am going to rant on the true meaning of surrendering while actively pursuing our goals. Surrendering is not giving up but learning to live life on life's terms, balancing action with letting go of the outcome. We dive into the importance of discipline, focus, and dedication while being open to God's guidanc…

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17. What Happened When I Stopped Manifesting My Future Self… How Surrender Led to My Greatest Success 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dive deep into the concept of 'Future Self' and explore various perspectives on manifestation, scripting, and the role of visualizing future goals. Lets start with the reflection of my own spiritual crisis at 25, where I struggled with the balance between pursuing dreams and accepting life's inevitable ups …

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16. Their Opinions Are NONE of Your Business… How to Embrace Your Truth & Stand Strong 39:15

2M ago39:15

39:15

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, we dive into the profound concept that other people's opinions of you are none of your business. We explore the strong human tendency for approval and belonging, and how it often clashes with our need to be authentic. Through personal anecdotes, including a conversation with my gym trainer and a recent social…

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15. Raising Your Standards… Living A 15/10 Life 44:21

3M ago44:21

44:21

“I hope today’s message moves you, opens your heart, and inspires you to see how God is moving in your life.” In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dive into the themes of personal standards, boundaries, and living in alignment with God's will. I emphasize how crucial it is to maintain high standards in areas like health, relationships, and per…

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14. Faith Over Fear: Taking Actionable Steps Toward a Fulfilling Life 39:17

3M ago39:17

39:17

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I share with you thoughts and insights I have had with the “why am I here?’ question. Maybe you are going through a challenging season or simply wondering “what should I do next?” I dive into themes of discipline, spirituality, and personal growth. Reflecting on my own struggles with depression and addiction,…

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13. A Voice for Men’s Healing: How Sobriety Has Lead to Him Helping Others with MJ DelRe 1:32:41

3M ago1:32:41

1:32:41

On this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I brought on our first male guest, MJ DelRe, we sit down and he bravely shared his journey about his fifteen-year battle with addiction, the rock-bottom moments, and the critical turning points that led to his recovery. He reflects on the transformative powers of family, faith, and the community that supporte…

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12. Finding Faith After Sin… Rock Bottom, Rebellion, and Divine Intervention 37:35

3M ago37:35

37:35

"Without God, I am a seed floating in the air; I literally cannot germinate. It doesn't matter how much I will it, mantra, or think about it. I need to be attached to my life force." In this personal and emotional episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I explore the journey of rediscovering faith after hitting rock bottom. Prompted by a question from Inst…

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Summer holidays! 0:32

3M ago0:32

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We're on holiday! But don't worry, we will be back before you know it! The post Summer holidays! first appeared on Breaking the Glass Slipper.By Megan Leigh, Charlotte Bond, and Lucy Hounsom

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11. Slow Down to Speed Up… The Art of Living One Day at a Time 27:02

4M ago27:02

27:02

'Faith is literally believing in that which we cannot see, and we are asked to trust this non-linear path that sometimes feels like regression.' In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dig into the often overlooked yet fundamental concept of slowing down and living in the present. In a world overwhelmed with fast-paced demands and future-oriented…

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10. Gratitude in Action… Faith, Perseverance, and Living with High Standards 35:49

4M ago35:49

35:49

"In order to hold up a high standard, we have to trust that what's coming on the other side is going to be better than what we are currently saying no to, which is where faith comes in." In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I talk about the transformative power of gratitude, faith, and living a life of high standards. I emphasize that gratitude …

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Writing horror comics with Corissa Grant 30:07

4M ago30:07

30:07

We have a lot of authors on our podcast, talking about their books, what inspired them, how they’ve written them etc. Quite often they’ll get drawn into the TV series or films that inspired them [*coughs* Star Trek]. But a medium we don’t often touch upon is comics & graphic novels, even though some of […] The post Writing horror comics with Coriss…

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9. Rock Bottom Defined… Navigating the Depths of Despair 42:08

4M ago42:08

42:08

'Just because somebody else may have had it worse does not diminish the fact that your story matters, that your feelings matter, and that the only way that we can possibly begin to heal and to find peace and forgiveness within our own stories is to acknowledge the way that our stories and our lives have impacted us.' In this episode of The Kori Lei…

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8. Let Go, Let God… What Does It Mean & Navigating the Paradox of Action and Surrender 46:03

4M ago46:03

46:03

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I explore with you the concept of "let go and let God." I discuss the balance between taking action and surrendering to God's will in various aspects of life. I share personal stories and metaphors, emphasizing the importance of disciplined action while trusting in God's plan and timing. I reflect on the fear…

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The poetry of space – with Oliver K. Langmead 38:48

4M ago38:48

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When we say the word “novel,” most of us think of a book written in prose, split into chapters and possibly parts. But every now and again, we come across novels that defy our expectations. Pratchett’s early work not only eschewed chapters – instead presenting the reader with continuous prose divided by section breaks – […] The post The poetry of s…

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7. Addiction, Trauma, Abuse, & Losing Everything: Nicci’s Story of Feeling Helpless to Now Giving Hope and Helping Others in Recovery 1:00:35

5M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

“If you're struggling, reach out to someone you trust and tell them you need help. Even the smallest willingness to believe can spiral into a relationship with God that you didn't know was possible.” In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am interviewing my guest Nicci Amendola to share her story of recovery. We start with her early fascination …

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6. BE’ing AND DO’ing… How to Handle the Unknown by Surrendering to God's Plan While Taking Action 30:22

5M ago30:22

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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, Let’s really dig into the balance between taking action and surrendering to God's plan. I emphasize how crucial it is to integrate both aspects into our lives, using the metaphor of a gardener tending to a seed to illustrate this balance. I talk about our human tendency to force outcomes and the stress it cau…

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Secrets and killers with Kaaron Warren 40:13

5M ago40:13

40:13

A few decades ago, if you said the word “Gothic haunted house novel,” the phrase would very definitely have brought to mind something with a rambling Victorian mansion, tortured heroines, mad women in the attic, sombre men, and wailing ghosts. It probably wouldn’t have brought to mind a little old lady baking scones and conducting […] The post Secr…

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5. Knowing God’s Will…Navigating Life's Changes Like a Chess Game 37:26

5M ago37:26

37:26

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I open up about my own experiences in business, life, and recovery, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's plan, even when the path ahead isn't clear. I liken the experience to playing a game of chess, where each move comes with its own set of challenges, especially when you're trying to live by fai…

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4. God Will Use Your Path for a Purpose | Navigating Childhood Trauma, Addiction, and the Path to Recovery with Lisa Stanton 1:17:20

5M ago1:17:20

1:17:20

In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am so excited to share with you this conversation I had with Lisa Stanton. She discusses the complexities of healing and forgiveness, and how childhood trauma influenced her behavior and relationships. Lisa also shares her battle with alcoholism, using alcohol as a coping mechanism for her confusion, anger,…

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Keeping it short – with Gianni Washington 29:08

5M ago29:08

29:08

A short story isn’t just a novel in miniature form. It isn’t even a shortened novella. It is a creature of its own devising. There’s only time for a snapshot of reality, and in the space of a few thousand words, you have to be able to draw in a reader, make them feel for […] The post Keeping it short – with Gianni Washington first appeared on Break…

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EP 84 Milked Dry: Tales from NYC’s Dairy Battlegrounds 27:03

5M ago27:03

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Milk - the quintessential wholesome beverage. But in 1930s New York City, it sparked a decade-long battle of epic proportions. Pitting dairy farmers against corporations, unions against consumers, this "Milk War" plunged the city into chaos as supplies dwindled and public safety hung in the balance over...a glass of milk? Listen in to this utterly …

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3. From Wheelchair to Weights… Her Story of Redemption & Recovery After Being Hit by a (Literal) Truck with Jodi Evans, Personal Trainer 39:33

5M ago39:33

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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am bringing on my first guest Jodi Evans who has an incredible redemption story of rock bottom to how God has worked in her life. Jodi is a personal trainer that helps moms use faith to fuel their fitness journey. We talk about the life-altering accidents that left her in a wheelchair, leaning on pain manag…

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2. Prayer - Finding God's Will in the Mundane 27:56

6M ago27:56

27:56

"Over the years of practicing life this way, I have been amazed to see that God does in fact know better for me what I need and what my purpose is than I could ever know." - Kori Leigh In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I talk about how I found God through prayer and came to realize that God's will often reveals itself in the simple, everyday …

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Secret societies & the occult – with S.T. Gibson 38:41

6M ago38:41

38:41

The literature of our past is littered with casual gender biases. You describe someone as a “witch” and the natural assumption is that they are female. But according to Diane Purkiss, while mostly women were accused in the English witch trials, in some of the Scandinavian countries, men were in the slight majority. In fact, […] The post Secret soci…

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EP 83 Curdled Trust: Death in a Jug 25:23

6M ago25:23

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Milk - the quintessential wholesome beverage meant to "do a body good." But what sinister secrets lie beneath the pure white surface? Listen as Kim and Leigh tell the shocking tale of a scandal that plagued 19th century New York, when corrupt dairies were essentially poisoning the city's children for profit. This diabolical saga exposes the dark un…

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1. Your Mess in Your Message - Sharing My Story of God Meeting Me in My Darkest Moments 45:38

6M ago45:38

45:38

"When we do our work to heal and to surrender to God's will, God then uses our past to help somebody else." In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am starting off sharing my story of the tough parts of growing personally, going through recovery, and how sometimes it's those really dark times that bring us the most important messages about oursel…

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The horror of space travel with SA Barnes 39:53

6M ago39:53

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“In space, no one can hear you scream.” It’s an iconic tagline that can be applied to so many modern stories about space travel and exploration (except, perhaps, our beloved Star Trek). Obviously, space travel in real life can be incredibly perilous, but the perils of space in fiction have moved beyond the worry about […] The post The horror of spa…

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EP 82 Quiet Whispers: Hot Coffee & Eggless Mayo 28:26

6M ago28:26

28:26

Dig into the seedy underbelly of the food world, where corporate titans wage secret wars over seemingly innocent products like eggless mayonnaise and hot coffee. From multi-million dollar legal battles to covert smear campaigns, this episode exposes the cloak-and-dagger tactics used by Big Food to protect profits - even if it means burning victims …

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Religion, tradition, and history in fantasy with Andrew Knighton 35:38

7M ago35:38

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Religion has been part of our society for centuries. Is it any wonder then that it can make up a large part of our fiction – from CS Lewis’s allegorical Chronicles of Narnia series to Anna Smith Spark’s Empires of Dust trilogy and the Loki books by Joanne Harris. But with so many religions the […] The post Religion, tradition, and history in fantas…

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EP 81 Margarine Misdeeds: Crimes Against Butter 28:13

7M ago28:13

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From daring bootleggers to shocking corporate misdeeds and culinary espionage we uncover the criminal underbelly of oleo misadventures. Crimes Against Butter and the Margarine Misdeeds Who knew that something as innocent as butter could ignite a war between industries and the public? The latest episode of the As We Eat podcast dives into the crimin…

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Yes, we’re also authors – with Lucy and Charlotte 36:38

7M ago36:38

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We have a bit of an unusual episode for you today! While it is amazing that we have so many authors who want to come on the show – we feel truly honoured – we thought it was about time we returned to talking among the three of us, like it was when we first […] The post Yes, we’re also authors – with Lucy and Charlotte first appeared on Breaking the…

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EP 80 Poisonous Passions and the Dark Kitchen of La Voisin 32:20

7M ago32:20

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Unveiling the Dark Side of Love: Food & Crime In the lavish courts of 17th century France, where opulence danced hand in hand with intrigue, one woman held sway over the hearts of the elite. Her name was Catherine Monvoisin, but history remembers her as La Voisin, a figure shrouded in mystery and infamy. Join us as we peel back the layers of decept…

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Welcome to The Kori Leigh Show! 3:24

7M ago3:24

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Welcome to The Kori Leigh Show! I am your host Kori, a recovering alcoholic and business owner, which I will I discuss hitting rock bottom in 2016, that led me to find God and begin healing. I share my experiences to provide hope and strength to others facing similar struggles, emphasizing the power of community in recovery. My story is one of surr…

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