Best serafina Podcasts (2024)

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#110: Carrie-Anne Selwyn - Hoopers & Raising Dogs 1:34:38

27d ago1:34:38

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In this podcast we discuss the dog sport Hoopers, and why it's growing in popularity quickly. We also discuss Carrie's process of raising dogs both big and small breeds. Carrie-Anne Selwyn is the founder of Canine Hoopers World and also the host of the Canine Hoopers World podcast. She is also an international speaker on the subject of Hoopers. Car…

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#109: Claire Brown - Competing at IGP Worlds & Lost Dog Tracking 1:17:22

2M ago1:17:22

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In this podcast we discuss Claire's experience competing at the FCI IGP World Championships and she shares her stories from operating a lost dog tracking team (the dogs are trained to track lost dogs!). Claire Brown is an IGP competitor and has competed at the FCI IGP World Championships representing team GB. She also operates a team of lost dog tr…

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#108: Kat Serafina - Training Shepherds & Scent Detection 2:04:21

2M ago2:04:21

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In this podcast we discuss training and raising Shepherd breeds, socialisation and scent detection plus a whole lot more. Kat has a masters degree in Applied Animal Behaviour and is the owner of Canine Detection Solutions & K9 Behaviour Consultancy specialising in the use of dogs to detect invasive plants. She has also trained explosive, drug and c…

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#107: Henriette Bohnstedt - 6-Time National IGP Champion 1:23:38

4M ago1:23:38

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In this podcast we discuss Henriette's approach to IGP, German Shepherds and the sport here in the U.K. Henriette Bohnstedt has won the IGP National Championships here in the UK six times. She's also judged at the WUSV 2021 IGP World Championships and is the Chairperson of the German Shepherd Dog League Working Branch.GSDL Working Dog Branch here: …

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#106: Ron Watson - Dog Training Done Differently 1:55:10

5M ago1:55:10

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In this podcast we discuss disc (frisbee) dog training, Ron's Play+ approach to dog training and the philosophy that inspired it. Ron Watson is a highly respected disc dog competitor and dog trainer. He is the author of multiple books on dog training and he coaches dog sports online through his website Pawsitive Vybe. Ron's Website: https://pvybe.c…

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#105: Chad Mackin - The Death of Positive vs Balanced Training 1:23:24

6M ago1:23:24

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In this podcast we discuss the long standing Positive vs Balanced training feud within the community and how we move on from that. Plus, Chad shares some information on leash pressure training. Chad Mackin is a fellow dog training podcaster and is well known for his insightful social media posts, as well as a former president of the IACP - Internat…

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#104: Kamal Fernandez - BSL, Adolescent Dogs & Dog Sports 1:25:12

6M ago1:25:12

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In this podcast we discussed the recent XL Bully ban in the UK, the difficulties of owning and training adolescent dogs and Kamal's experience in dog sports. Kamal Fernandez is a world renowned dog trainer and dog sport competitor. He has appeared on several TV shows, most recently Channel 4's The Dog Academy. Kamal has written two books, presented…

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goodbye for now - Ep. 84 12:20

7M ago12:20

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Mindful Minds entered my life in a time when I was at my loneliest and my most depressed. In so many ways, this project saved my life. It gave me purpose, It gave me a reason to stick around. I turned 25 this week, and I don’t recognize the 21 year old who sat down at her computer and googled, “how to start a podcast.” In the last 4 years, she has …

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The All-Encompassing Impact of Religious Trauma with Dr. Laura Anderson - Ep. 83 1:10:04

7M ago1:10:04

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Content warning: religious trauma & talk about triggers Welcome to the LAST guest episode of Mindful Minds!! As a little thank you, I have released my religious trauma sticker collection!! You buy the stickers on Etsy here! This week we have a super special guest. I am so excited to welcome Dr. Laura Anderson (she/her) to the podcast!! Dr. Laura’s …

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I Am Not Proud of What I Did When I Was Religious with @womanbeingpodcast - Ep. 82 1:55:10

7M ago1:55:10

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Trigger warning: homophobia/transphobia, ableism, racism, the death of a young child & healing culture trauma, suicide, religious trauma, self harm (and scarring) and depression, and exorcisms/demonic expression This week we have the lovely Kelley, Kelly Anne, & Emma (she/her) of @womanbeingpodcast on to talk about coping with the harm done while a…

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Astrology: Roots, Rumors, And Realities With Kirah Of @thestrology - Ep. 81 1:05:29

7M ago1:05:29

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Apologies for some of the weird audio in this episode! We had a few technical difficulties while recording :-( This week we have Kirah (she/her) of @thestrology on to talk about all things astrology! For a lot of people who grew up in religion, astrology was OFF limits. In this episode, we discuss the roots and realities of astrology, along with ho…

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"I'm Not Ashamed" Breakdown: Pure Flix's Propaganda Sh*tshow - Ep. 80 46:16

7M ago46:16

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BUCKLE UP B*TCHES!!! In this episode, we breakdown the 2016 Pure Flix film, "I'm Not Ashamed." This movie covers the story of Rachel Joy Scott and the 1999 Columbine Shooting: with lots of Christian propaganda and historical inaccuracy mixed in. Come along with me as I cringe and critique this monstrosity of a movie. Quick trigger warning for folks…

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Let’s Talk Homophobia in Christian Colleges with Erin of @REAP_lgbtq - Ep. 79 1:37:09

7M ago1:37:09

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Please listen to the beginning of this episode for a major update. I cannot thank you all enough for the last 3 years. You have changed my life. Thank you. Trigger warning: homophobia, transphobia, self-hatred, discrimination, hate crimes, mental health distress, addiction, suicide, counseling abuse, emotional abuse, sexual assault & investigations…

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#103: Dominic Hodgson - Getting Real About Pet Business 1:34:50

8M ago1:34:50

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In this podcast we get real about the challenges of running a pet business and what is really effective in terms of business models and marketing strategies. Dominic Hodgson is the author of several pet business marketing books and speaks internationally on the subject. He is also the host of the Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business podcast. Get Dom's Fr…

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#102: Ashley Sculac - Canine Resistance Training 1:05:33

8M ago1:05:33

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In this podcast we discuss canine resistance training. What it is, why you should do it with your dog and how to get started! Ashley Sculac is the author of Canine Resistance Training: Where the Science of Strength Meets the Art of Dog Training. She also offers online training on CRT through her website. Ashley's Website: https://www.canineresistan…

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#101: Howard SpartaBullies - UK's Most Respected XL Bully Breeder's Perspective on Ban 1:37:10

8M ago1:37:10

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In this podcast we discuss XL Bullies, the history, their temperament, the culture and their imminent ban in the UK and what's being done to try to stop it. Howard SpartaBullies is one of the UK's most respected XL Bully breeders. He's famous for his educational Instagram content on everything related to the breed. Now he is a leader of the campaig…

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#100: Ivan Balabanov - Play Training, Ivan's Story & The Dog Daddy 3:01:56

9M ago3:01:56

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In this podcast we discuss why Ivan loves training with play, his story of coming to America and his time at the San Francisco SPCA. Plus, we discuss the controversial Dog Daddy episode of Ivan's podcast. Ivan Balabanov is a two-time IGP world champion and 15-time national champion. He also breeds Malinois under his kennel name Ot Vitosha. Ivan is …

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My Body My Choice, My Vote My Voice with @voteprochoice - Ep. 78 1:16:29

9M ago1:16:29

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COMMUNITY UPDATE: Please listen to the first 10 mins of the episode. I share plans for the future of the podcast and we talk a bit about what's going on in the world. Mindful Minds will still be on a break until Jan 2024. Content warning: talk about abortion This week we have Ariana (she/her) on to talk about abortion rights and voting! Today is El…

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#99: Michael Ellis - Becoming One of the Best Ever, Teaching & Protection Sports 2:10:58

10M ago2:10:58

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In this podcast we discuss how Michael became one of the best dog training instructors in the world, his approach to teaching and how he pioneered a more positive training approach for protection sports. Michael Ellis has over 30 years of dog training and coaching experience he's coached national champions in several disciplines, and many national …

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#98: Brian Calvert - Looking Back on 'The Pack' 1:17:52

10M ago1:17:52

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In this podcast we discuss Brian's famous companion Dixie the Praying Dog and our shared experience on Amazon prime Video's 'The Pack' Brian Calvert and his dog Dixie were competitors on Amazon Prime Video's The Pack. Dixie also works as a therapy dog and is trained to trail injured deer for hunters.…

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#97: Matthias Lenz - Guide Dog Training 1:24:10

10M ago1:24:10

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In this podcast we talk about the process of training a guide dog.Matthias Lenz is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA-CTP) and Family Dog Mediator. He is a Supporting Member of the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC), where he has served two years as the Chair of the Working Animals Division and curr…

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#96: Craig Koshyk - The Truth about Gundogs 1:17:41

11M ago1:17:41

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In this podcast we discuss the history of Gundogs including Weimaraners, Spaniels, Pointers and more. Craig Koshyk is a dog historian and author of Pointing Dogs Volume 1 and 2. He is also the co-host of Hunting Dog Confidential podcast and writes regularly at Project Upland Magazine.By Dog Talk with Nick Benger

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#95: Nake Florin - Mondioring 1:15:26

11M ago1:15:26

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In this podcast we discuss Mondioring. The decoys Nake admires, the UK Mondioring scene and more. We also spoke about Bullies and rescue dogs. Note: this was recorded prior to the Bully ban being announced in the UK. Nake Florin is a world-class Mondioring decoy. He has been a decoy at the highest level such as the FMBB & FCI World Championships, a…

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#94: Joanna Ilska - KC Geneticist on Dog Health 1:44:14

11M ago1:44:14

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In this podcast we discuss the importance and attainability of genetic diversity in pedigree dogs, brachycephalic breeds and the role of the Kennel Club. Joanna Ilska is the Kennel Club's (UK) Genetics Research Manager and has been involved in researching quantitative genetics for more than a decade. She also has an interest in dog training having …

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#93: Jessica Hekman - A New Way to Breed Dogs 1:05:08

12M ago1:05:08

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In this podcast we discuss breeding collaboratives, outcrossing projects and functional breeding. Jessica Hekman is the founder of the Functional Dog Collaborative and the host of the Functional Breeding podcast. She earned her PhD studying fox genomics and has previously worked as part of the Darwin's Ark project at Broad Institute of MIT and Harv…

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Time To Talk Taboos: A Convo About Menstrual Care & Chronic Illness With @letstalkperiodau - Ep. 77 1:03:21

12M ago1:03:21

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COMMUNITY UPDATE - I have rebranded my Tik Tok from @fina__bina to @mindfulmindspod !! If you are looking for our page on Tik Tok, that's where to find all of our deconstruction videos and content. Content warning: We talk about blood, surgery, and medical procedures in this episode! This week we have Isabella (she/her) of @letstalkperiodau to talk…

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#92: Jens Frank - Detection Dog Selection & Training 1:19:12

12M ago1:19:12

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In this podcast we discuss selecting and training detection dogs. Jens Frank is most well known for his work at the Scandinavian Working Dog Institute (SWDI) where he selects and trains dogs for working roles. He is also an associate professor at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences.By Dog Talk with Nick Benger

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#91: Holly Barker - Dog Nutrition Made Easy 1:37:50

12M ago1:37:50

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In this podcast we speak about dog nutrition, fasting periods and approaching nutrition with training clients.Holly Barker is a canine nutritionist specialising in sport dog nutrition.Holly's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2341185262818548Intro to Bikejoring event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops/products/intro-to-b…

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Purity Culture Made Me ________ with Blair of @talkpuritytome - Ep. 76 1:14:31

12M ago1:14:31

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TW: SA, purity culture, misogyny, sexual shame, mass shooting (time stamp: 24:00-27:40), high control religious abuse, queerphobia & homophobia This week we have Blair (she/her) of @talkpuritytome on the podcast! Blair has been breaking barriers in the purity culture space for a while now, and was a major pillar of my own deconstruction. In this ep…

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#90: Jay Jack - Lessons from Dog Fighting 1:32:35

12M ago1:32:35

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In this podcast we speak about what Jay learned from his time involved in dog fighting and how we can use that for the betterment of our dog training. Jay Jack is a retired MMA fighter and professional dog trainer. He is also a podcaster and the founder of the dog sport GRC. Intro to Bikejoring Event: https://www.houndplus.com/collections/workshops…

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#89: Jenny Gould - Competitive Obedience & German Shepherds 1:38:07

1y ago1:38:07

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In this podcast Nick & Jenny get heated talking about German Shepherds! PLUS, we discuss competitive obedience. Jenny Gould is a competitive obedience competitor, judge and German Shepherd breeder. To date Jenny has bred, owned and handled 4 UK Obedience Champion German Shepherds.Jenny's GSD Hub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100…

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#88: Flo Schneider - The Detection Dog Industry Revealed 1:22:32

1y ago1:22:32

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In this podcast we discuss the detection dog industry, buying, training and selling dogs plus how Flo got started. Flo Schneider is the host of the Kynotalk podcast. He is also the co-founder of Kynotec which provides trained detection dogs and education on scent detection to various agencies. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training…

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Christian Spies, Cry Nights, & Church Camp with Jey & Clint of @howgaythouart - Ep. 75 1:38:42

1y ago1:38:42

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Content Warning: brief mention of SA, religious trauma, purity culture, & a school shooting This week we have the hilarious Jey (they/them) and Clint (he/him) of @howgaythouart to talk all things church camp. We cover everything from cry nights and emotional manipulation to Michael W Smith and Christian comedians. If you want to support Jey & Clint…

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#87: Kelly Dunbar - Why You NEED to Train Dog Sports 1:21:07

1y ago1:21:07

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In this podcast we discuss why you should get into dog sports and what a profound impact doing so has had on us as trainers. Kelly Dunbar is content and curriculum director for the Dunbar Academy, a French Ring competitor and co-founder of Open Paw which provides training to shelter workers. Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: …

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#86: Alison Skipper - The Forgotten History of Pedigree Dogs 1:22:06

1y ago1:22:06

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In this podcast we discuss the history of pedigree dogs, phenotyping and the impact of closed breeding pools. Alison Skipper is a veterinarian and historian at the Royal Veterinary College in London. She works closely with the Kennel Club both as a vet at Crufts and on committees.Join Nick for a webinar on puppy selection and training: https://nick…

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06. Venus & Diotima: The Ultimate Self-Love 43:44

1y ago43:44

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This episode wraps up my thoughts on Diotima’s ladder of love and digs into how to utilize Venus retrograde for your own purposes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodypositivegoddess/support

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#85: Simone Mueller - Predation Solved Positively 1:06:08

1y ago1:06:08

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In this podcast we discuss how to resolve predation issues using predation substitute training without the need for aversives.Simone Mueller is the author of Hunting Together: Harnessing Predatory Chasing in Family Dogs through Motivation-Based Training.Join Simone for a free webinar on prey drive in dogs here: https://predation-substitute-training…

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#84: Steve White - The Truth About Police Dog Training 1:50:05

1y ago1:50:05

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In this podcast we discuss police dog training; including tracking training and the use of e-collars in police dog training. Steve White is a retired Seattle Police Canine sergeant and training supervisor. He is one of the leading pioneers for positive training methods for police K9 units and he is a popular training consultant and conference speak…

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One Year Post Roe: Where Do We Go From Here with Moji of @abortionfront & Marie of @midwest_access_coalition - Ep. 74 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

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TW: sexual assault, domestic violence, violence against pregnant persons We are back, for the THIRD time, with my two favorite people, Moji Alawode-El & Marie Khan. These two are not only kickass abortion activists and educators, but they are also such amazing humans. Moji Alawode-El (she/her) is the marketing manager at Abortion Access Front (@abo…

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No Contact: Hannah Beck's (@hannahaha424) Journey To Safety And Freedom - Ep. 73 1:11:39

1y ago1:11:39

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TW: religious trauma & abuse, going no contact, abusive parental relationships, purity culture, child abuse, high control religious abuse, sexual assault, cult environments This week we have Hannah Beck (she/her) on the podcast to talk all things no contact. Hannah is a 22 year old recent college graduate who gained notoriety on TikTok in 2020 for …

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05. Fat Shamed in Public 30:56

1y ago30:56

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This episode talks about a recent experience with fat shaming in public and ways to fill yourself up with love.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodypositivegoddess/support

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Shiny Happy People Review: How The Duggars Represent A Larger Issue Within American Evangelicalism - Ep. 72 1:19:00

1y ago1:19:00

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TW: Overall really intense talk of sexual assault, sexual abuse, purity culture trauma, narcissistic abuse, spiritual abuse, child abuse, child mol3station, religious trauma, physical abuse via corporal punishment, sexism & misogyny, victim blame, SEVERE TW for episode 4 regarding the talk of Josh Duggar’s child p0rn case Hi all - welcome to my rev…

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04. Dismantling Negative Ideas About the Body 28:13

1y ago28:13

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How does our society affirm negative ideas about our bodies? How does societal pressure create internalized shame? Let’s find out! ✨--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodypositivegoddess/support

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Intimacy After Abuse & Healing After Survival with Jimanekia Eborn - Ep. 71 1:35:05

1y ago1:35:05

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TW: sexual assault, rape, trauma, conversation about murder (time stamp: 6:40-7:00), suicide (time stamp: 41:40-42:30), unconscious rape (time stamp: 51:00-55:30), self harm (time stamp: (1:15:45-1:20:00) Boy oh boy are y’all in for a treat. This week we have the incredible Jimanekia Eborn (she/her) to talk about the realities of sexual assault and…

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Recognizing Spiritual Abuse & How To Move Forward with Katherine of @uncertainpodcast - Ep. 70 1:13:23

1y ago1:13:23

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TW: religious trauma, high control religious environments, religious abuse, religious shame, spiritual abuse, cult environments, sexual assault, sexual abuse, rape, misogyny, patriarchal ethical issues within the church This week we have an enlightening conversation with Katherine Spearing (she/her) of @uncertainpodcast and Tears of Eden. Tears of …

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How ADHD & EDs Interact with @badashtherapy - Ep. 69 1:03:40

1+ y ago1:03:40

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TW: eating disorders (binging & restriction), ableism, self-harm & suicide (15:30-17:00), fatphobia & unrealistic beauty standards, brief mention of SA, body hatred, diet culture, orthorexia This week on Mindful Minds we have Asher Seruya (they/she) of @badashtherapy on the podcast to talk all things ADHD + Eating Disorders. Asher is a psychotherap…

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Learning To Let Go of Perfectionism with @dr.menije - Ep. 68 1:10:15

1+ y ago1:10:15

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TW: perfectionism, mental health struggles, self-worth struggles/negative self-talk, eating disorders, fatphobia Does anyone else identify as a recovering perfectionist? Because I sure do. This week we have an affirming conversation with Dr. Menije (she/her) about perfectionism. Perfectionism is so rooted in our culture, and tends to be a common th…

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Let's Talk Religious Trauma: Q&A - Ep. 67 59:26

1+ y ago59:26

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TW: religious trauma, spiritual abuse, discrimination, purity culture Welcome to another solo episode! We haven’t done one of these in a while, but I loved diving deep into these questions. In this episode, I answered questions sent in by listeners via IG and Tik Tok. The majority of them are related to religious trauma and deconstruction. From bib…

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The Religion to Abusive Relationship Pipeline: Unpacking Evangelical Toxicity with @deconstructingpurityculture - Ep. 66 1:40:34

1+ y ago1:40:34

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TW: purity culture trauma, sexism/misogyny, rape/sexual assault/marital rape (53:30-1:03:45) & (1:07:30-1:20:00), abusive relationships, coercion, manipulation, controlling dynamics, abuse of power, church abuse, brief mention of suicide Alright, we heard you! We received such an overwhelming ask for this topic and specifically, for us to bring bac…

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03. Transcending the Body 38:47

1+ y ago38:47

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This epsilon talks about transcending the body to go inward, and hits on some body positive history. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodypositivegoddess/support

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