Best Meg And Susan Podcasts (2025)

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Bleeding Hearts and Mother Stories Part II with Meg Flather, Ann Kittredge, and Harriet Shugarman 54:19

1d ago54:19

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Today we continue with Part II of our special 2-part series dedicated to Mothers. We are #LIVEintheHive with my special guests, 3 women I adore, to continue talking about the complexities and paradoxes of MOTHERHOOD, the complicated mother-daughter relationship, care-giving a parent, the joy of having children, the choice not to have children, the …

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Meet Isabelle Smith - Miss Yellow Rose 27:04

4d ago27:04

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Isabelle Smith is the current serving, and first ever, Miss Yellow Rose with the Miss Plano America Organization. Her platform surrounds youth mental health and emotional regulation. She is a current student at the university of north Texas Studying broadcast journalism and works as a sports broadcaster. She is also a competitive rock climber, and …

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Meet Mary Patterson, Miss Dakota County 31:01

11d ago31:01

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Mary Patterson was crowned in October 2024, Miss Dakota County with the Miss America Organization. Mary's Community Service Initiative is The Power of Red: Blood Donation & Blood Health Awareness. She has been a blood donor since age 16 and is passionate about promoting the benefits of blood donation for both donors and recipients. With less than 1…

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Meet Candy Green - Ms. Bald and Beautiful 2024 27:37

17d ago27:37

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Candy Green is a dynamic, vibrant personality with a passion for fashion and empowerment. In May 2023, Candy made the bold decision to embrace her true self by shaving her head after a 15-year battle with Alopecia. This act of bravery resonated deeply with many, and she now proudly advocates for others facing similar challenges. In September 2024, …

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Bleeding Hearts and Mother Stories Part I with Meg Flather, Ann Kittredge, and Harriet Shugarman 56:30

19d ago56:30

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Today is May 15th and we just celebrated Mother’s Day here in the US – and this special two-part series is dedicated to Mothers. Today we are #LIVEintheHive with my special guests, 3 women I adore, to talk about and to HONOR the wonderful complexities and paradoxes of MOTHERHOOD, the complicated mother-daughter relationship, care-giving a parent, t…

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Meet Susan Delano, Elite Queen of the World USA 21:46

25d ago21:46

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Susan DeLano | Elite Queen of the World USA Entrepreneur | Philanthropist | Author | Advocate Founder of Girl, You Got This | Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree From single mom to CEO, she empowers women to rewrite their stories. Author of Girl, You Got This! & Girl, You Got This Journal. Passionate about family, woodworking, & giving …

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Meet Nicole Missios, National Finalist for Miss Australia Galaxy 24:24

1M ago24:24

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Nicole Missios is currently a national finalist for Australia Galaxy Pageants in 2025. After placing top 10 in 2023 and winning the Galaxy girl award in 2024, Nicole is committed to coming back #STRONGERTHANEVER to compete once again for the Miss Galaxy Australia title in 2025. Nicole platform - ‘Dreams Beyond The Spectrum’ was created as a way for…

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What Will It Take to Know the Girl God? with Trista Hendren 1:00:52

1M ago1:00:52

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Happy May Day! This episode was recorded on Earth Day, April 22, and drops on May Day – some very potent energy! Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22nd, aimed at raising awareness and promoting environmental protection. It's a global movement where individuals, communities, and organizations unite to take action and address environme…

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Meet Trinity Pearson, Mrs. Queen of the World USA 2025 39:05

1M ago39:05

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Trinity Pearson is the reigning Mrs Queen Of The World USA 2025. Trinity has been in pageantry for over 30 years, serving as contestant, judge, emcee, director, volunteer, backstage helper, just about anything pageant related! She is a huge believer in the self development found in pageantry. Trinity entered her first pageant at age 17, and paid fo…

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Meet Nilu Karunaratne - National Finalist for Mrs. Galaxy Australia 2025 28:03

2M ago28:03

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After overcoming postpartum depression and anxiety, Nilu started my legacy project called “Empowering Mothers” to serve new mothers and parents. She is very passionate about new mothers, and wants to navigate postpartum depression and anxiety more effectively to reduce the stigma.By Meg Baertl Brown

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Being In Liminal Space with Susan Lambert 1:02:53

2M ago1:02:53

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Happy Birthday to Me! I have a fun ritual that I do every year on my birthday – I try something new – something really physical – and something I’ve never done before. For example, one year I ziplined, I did hot yoga one year – one year I went pole dancing, one year I attended a sweat lodge – this year, I’m going rock climbing! I love this ritual –…

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Meet the 2024 Universal Petite Queens 41:10

2M ago41:10

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Welcome to the kickoff of Season 4! Our first guests are fabulous rockstar queens who've totally crushed it in the pageant world. We chat with the 2024 Universal Petite queens! They share their pageantry experiences and heartfelt missions to make both their communities and the world a better, more sparkly place Mrs Universal Petite- Rachel Betterle…

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Is Alzheimers Funny: The Healing Power of Art and Laughter with Melinda Buckley 1:09:03

2M ago1:09:03

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Happy April Fools day! The fool archetype in literature, often seen as a wise fool or jester, is a character who, through seemingly simple or foolish behavior, challenges authority, speaks truths others can't, and acts as a counterbalance to societal norms, often with humor and resilience. Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with our special guest, actor, …

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The Edge Where Two Worlds Touch with Gloria Karpinski 54:15

3M ago54:15

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Today’s episode was recorded in January of 2023 and it is a wonderful conversation I had with one of my most favorite people, author and spiritual teacher, Gloria Karpinski. I met Gloria at the end of my 1 st year of seminary when she came to speak at the Ordination Ceremony for The New Seminary at St. John the Divine. She became a trusted mentor a…

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The Path That I'm On with Richard Skipper 1:03:53

3M ago1:03:53

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Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with the multi-talented and multi-award-winning performer, host and raconteur, RICHARD SKIPPER, for a spirited conversation about the power of positivity, the rough edges of ambition and embracing our third act potential, the shifting landscape of the NYC cabaret scene, and of course, we’ll hear juicy stories from his tr…

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Making Love with the Divine with Kay Louise Aldred 52:25

4M ago52:25

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Happy Valentines Day! Today is the ultimate valentine episode…making love with the divine! Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with our special guest, Kay Louise Aldred, for a follow up conversation, part II to our episode from a couple months ago, Ep 26 | There Is Not a Normal Human: Somatic Shamanism and Neurodiversity. As you know, if you are a loyal li…

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A Black and White World with Annemarie Shrouder 57:32

4M ago57:32

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Today’s episode was recorded on January 16 th , 2023, on Martin Luther King, Jr Day. It’s a powerful conversation I had with author and diversity and inclusion expert, Annemarie Shrouder. Here in the USA, we just held the inauguration for the incoming President, a convicted felon, and his sycophants who have crafted Project 2025, on January 20 th ,…

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Cultural Edgewalking with Kristen Joy Ekkens 55:48

5M ago55:48

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What is Cultural Intelligence? How does it intersect with DEIB? How does it serve being a Change Maker in these challenging times? Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with high performance coach, TEDx Speaker, and entrepreneur Kristin Joy Ekkens for a compelling conversation about reaching out of our comfort zones and across the cultural divide. How can we…

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We Were Made for These Times: A Special New Year Wish from Sandra Bargman 12:25

5M ago12:25

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A short, sweet, and special Happy New Year episode with your host, Sandra Bargman. Sandra shares a reading of ‘We Were Made for These Times’ by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes. “My Esteemed Ones – Do not lose heart. We were made for these times. I have heard from so many recently who are deeply and properly bewildered. They are concerned about the state…

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Art, Grief, and the Power to Heal with Meg Flather 56:33

6M ago56:33

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How do we confront our grief when it feels particularly overwhelming during the holidays? How do we stay present to our grief when we’ve lost a loved one? How do we meet with our grief over the recent election here in the US or the collective grief we feel over the atrocities happening around the world? What is the role of art, creativity and the a…

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There Is Not A Normal Human: Embodied Spirituality and Nuerodiversity with Kay Louise Aldred 51:26

6M ago51:26

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What is Embodied Spirituality? What is Somatic Shamanism? What is Neurodiversity? Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with author, teacher, and embodiment and spirituality orientated theologian Kay Louise Aldred for a compelling + educational conversation about spiritual needs, safe spaces, understanding the nervous system, embodied ways of knowing, and ne…

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Meet Francesca McDowell, Ms. Full-Figured USA Tx Plus 29:47

6M ago29:47

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Francesca McDowell placed first runner up recently in the Ms. Full-Figured USA Plus pageant. She also brought home the titles Full-Figured USA Plus Fashionista and Ms. Full-Figured USA Plus People's Choice 2024. In this episode, she shares her platform is entitled Changing The Narrative: The Fight Against Low Self-Esteem. She has created the Prince…

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Meet Heather Almager, Mrs. Indiana Petite 2025 36:07

7M ago36:07

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Heather, the current Mrs. Indiana Petite 2025, shares with us her experience in the pageantry world on and off stage as a hairstylist with the Reign Beauty Team. She also shares how she is promoting her platform Crown Beyond Cancer which is something she holds dear to her heart as a Breast Cancer Survivor.…

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Do You Listen When Your Body Speaks To You? with Jen Aks 52:42

7M ago52:42

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Do You Listen to Your Body When it Speaks to You? Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with Speaker, Leadership & Embodiment Coach, and Founder of The Power of Gesture™, Jen Aks for a compelling conversation about accessing the wisdom of the body vs that of the intellect and other forms and pathways of knowing and learning. This was a powerful and emotional…

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S5 Ep5 : Our Dream Menus - Podcast Finale! 49:28

7M ago49:28

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For our last podcast episode ever we enter the Dream Restaurant and share our dream menus. With a format ripped directly from our all time favourite podcast Off Menu. Lots of special foods and restaurants mentioned...not necessarily in this order. "A margarita" meme Sonoma bakery - Seeded sourdough baguette or mission bread Ripples Milson's point B…

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Meet Violet-Rose Davis, Director of F.A.C.S. Oklahoma 32:08

7M ago32:08

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Violet-Rose Davis shares your pageant journey while being a member of the military. She also shares her intention of becoming the new director of F.A.C.S Oklahoma pageant.By Meg Baertl Brown

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S5 Ep4 : Everything is connected 53:45

7M ago53:45

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Today we chat gut health. We explore the different things that impact out gut, why jumping straight to restriction or elimination of certain foods or a low FODMAPs diet is not recommended. We touch on prebiotics, probiotics and the impact of trauma or out emotional state on our gut functioning. A couple of gut health specialist dietitians we like a…

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Meet Morgan Mohler - Miss Midwest MN 2025 28:50

7M ago28:50

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As Miss Midest 2025, Morgan promotes “Living L.I.F.E. Limitless” by teaching a simple, 4-step process to achieving dreams and goals no matter the circumstances. Locally, Morgan can be found presenting her Limitless Workshop to all ages, organizing golf fundraisers to support scholarship opportunities, and serving at events especially alongside Big …

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A Special Halloween Episode with Special Guest, Leslie Ellis 59:32

7M ago59:32

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Happy Anniversary to #TheEdgeofEverydayPodcast! This month marks the 3rd ANNIVERSARY of when I started this podcast (October of 2021) at TalkRadio.NYC and it marks the one year Anniversary of when I moved the podcast to MaximizeU.Life. Of course, we also stream on all your favorite podcast platforms. And Happy Halloween – Happy Samhain - Happy Witc…

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S5 Ep3: Are you scared by Halloween lollies? 37:31

7M ago37:31

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Today we chat Halloween. Celebrating Halloween continues to grow in popularity and both Meg & Susan have had some positive community experiences that have changed their minds a bit on Halloween. We share how we deal with lolly overload in our homes, talk about our favourite sweets and as always share the best thing we've eaten this week. Resources …

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Meet Amanda Garcia, Executive Director of the Miss Linn-Benton Scholarship Program 30:47

7M ago30:47

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Amanda Garcia is a dedicated advocate and leader with a passion for empowering others. Her commitment to community service is complemented by her background as a former Mrs. Oregon America and USOA Mrs. Oregon 2019, roles that allowed her to champion causes close to her heart. Amanda combines her personal experiences with her professional endeavors…

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S5 Ep2 : Don't Let Diet Culture Ruin Your Cultural Foods 32:32

7M ago32:32

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Today we chat cultural foods and how diet culture undermines and devalues enjoyment, culture, nostalgia, connection when it comes to food. This was as close as we got to finding the original source for the Thai/Swedish research that we talk about. We mention 'Your Latina Nutritionist' who talks a lot about this and it great to follow. We chat about…

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Meet Kendra Hicks- Miss American United Miss 2024 28:52

8M ago28:52

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As AUM Texas Miss 2024, Kendra's platform, Trash to Treasured Totes, remains her most valued and passion filled endeavor. Created in 2022 to directly address the textile waste crises, Kendra accepts donated clothing items to sew into reusable tote bags. The totes are then donated to local police departments and women’s shelters, directly serving th…

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S5 Ep 1 : We're Back For One Short Final Season 35:07

8M ago35:07

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We're back and we have some news. After 2 years creating, podcasting and running courses we have decided to stop...for now. We're not sure how long but we both need a bit more time back to focus on our other commitments. We've loved this adventure and hope it has been helpful to thoses who have come along with us. Favourite things this week - Recip…

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Leadership at the Spiritual Edge with Lynn Horan 52:59

8M ago52:59

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Todays episode is one of my favorites! Today we are #LIVEintheHIVE with author, Interfaith theologian, and dancer, Lynn Horan for a compelling conversation about the edges between spirituality and leadership, the edges between the wisdom of the body and that of the intellect - and - we will dive into her work on embodied social change in her contri…

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Meet Sophia Nichole, Ms. United World 2025 37:33

8M ago37:33

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As Ms. United World, Sophia is excited to continue motivating us to harness our creative sides, helping others to see their worth, and promoting the strength of United World Pageants.By Meg Baertl Brown

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Meet Mrs. United World 2025, Jessica Adebiyi 32:35

8M ago32:35

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Jessica’s reign as Mrs. United World is marked by her commitment to unity and sisterhood, fostering global connections, and celebrating diversity. She collaborates with community leaders and influencers, championing the motto “United We Stand,” and works to inspire women everywhere to use their platforms for good.…

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Bonus episode : Your Fat Friend Film chat 19:19

8M ago19:19

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Popping back for a bonus episode to give you a nudge to get along to a screening of 'Your Fat Friend'. The story of Aubrey Gordon (of Maintenance Phase podcast) who first rose to some recognition for her anonymous work blogging as yrfatfriend. The movie delves into the lived experience of living life in a fat body. The impact on relationships, espe…

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Art, Activism, + The Gay Voice with Everett Quinton 57:14

8M ago57:14

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Today’s episode was recorded in December of 2021 and it is a passionate conversation I had with friend and colleague, Everett Quinton, a versatile mainstay of the downtown theater scene in New York as an actor, director and, for a decade, leader of the Ridiculous Theatrical Company. I met Everett in 2004, working together in the Madison Square Gard…

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Meet Miss United World 2025, Juanita Maldonado 35:04

8M ago35:04

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Juanita Maldonado was born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley deep in the heart of South Texas. She was recently crowned Miss United World 2025. She is passionate about making a difference in her community which is why she launched her platform Empowering Mindsets. Her primary aim is to empower others to be the best version of themselves despite t…

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S4 Ep11 : When 'Weightloss experts' try to talk about body dissatisfaction (Part 2) 59:44

8M ago59:44

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Today we go through in depth a summary of the webinar that we watched on body dissatisfaction. The good, the bad and the dangerous. Unfortunately we simply can not recommend this webinar for parent needing help helping their kids with poor body image. Much of it was not about body image at all but about how to improve nutrition quality and get kids…

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Meet Katherine Colig, USOA Miss Highland Park 30:16

9M ago30:16

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We talk with Katherine Colig, USOA Miss Highland Park. She is a proud SMU grad, aspiring CPA, full-time auditor, Texas lover, and a former Miss Texas Petite USA, where she placed top 5 at Petite USA. Her platform surrounds awareness around the disease of alcoholism and its impact to families and loved ones.…

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S4 E10 When 'Weightloss Experts' try to talk about body dissatisfaction (Part 1) 19:58

9M ago19:58

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Just s short episode today, we squeezed in recording this just before watching a webinar on body dissatisfaction. Entitled ' What to do When Kids Don't Like their Bodies' you would think as Eating Disorder Dietitians we'd be thrilled that more people are talking about this issue. We usually would be. Unfortunately the 'Special Guest Expert' is not …

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Jung, Shadow, Dreams, on the edge with Joseph lee of ‘This jungian life’ 57:20

9M ago57:20

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Today’s episode was recorded in January of 2022 and it is a wonderful conversation I had with my college friend, Joseph Lee, Jungian analyst and creator of the wildly popular podcast, This Jungian Life. Joe and I met in our freshman year at Carnegie Mellon University in the BFA performing arts program, wide-eyed 18 year-olds fresh out of high schoo…

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Meet Kamrin Brown George, Mrs. Maryland Petite 2024 33:54

9M ago33:54

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Kamrin Brown George is the current Mrs. Maryland Petite 2024. She previously competed for Ms. Black Maryland and placed as a Top 7 Finalist, with the title of Ms. Black Upper Marlboro. Her platform, "Take Wisely, Plant Abundantly," stems from a firm foundation in sustainable fashion and conscious consumerism with her brand and styling firm, Natural…

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S4 Ep9 Weighing kids in school? Hard no. 44:29

9M ago44:29

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You may have seen in the news that a report has been released by the Australian College of Nursing making the recommendation put more nurses in school (great) to weigh kids (not great.) Thankfully the pushback has been swift, clear, measured and evidence based and we share our thoughts on the idea. We thought Dr Kyla's response and The Embrace Hub …

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S4 Ep8 : Non-Diet Social Media Struggles 40:12

9M ago40:12

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We love a lot of the non-diet content we see on social media. It's such a great way for people to feel connected and less alone and is often the first introduction people have to a different way of relating to food. But, it can leave people feeling a bit stuck or uncertain. So we chat about what can get missed and some options for ridging the gap. …

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A Breath of Fresh Air with 2 Servant Leaders with Sunil Rawat and Sal Celly 43:48

9M ago43:48

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Today we are #LiveInTheHive with Sal Celly, Founder of MaximizeU.Life + Sunil Rawat, Founder and Managing Director of Softude, Int Can you believe it? We are fast approaching the one year anniversary of #TheEdgeofEverydayPodcast finding it’s current home on MaximizeU.Life! Through my travels with Sal + Laura Celly of MaximizeU, I had the great fort…

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S4 Ep7 : Life's Too Short To Watch "Shockumentaries" in School 29:34

9M ago29:34

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This week's episode features Susan's middle and youngest daughters, and their takes on watching That Sugar Film in PE. In a shocking turn of events Susan's youngest daughter got in the car one day last week after school and said "Guess what WE watched today" and sure enough it was That Sugar Film. Argh, this film refuses to disappear. A heightened …

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S4 Ep6 : The 'real' history of the Mediterranean Diet 17:09

10M ago17:09

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We have a short (and high energy) chat for you today. We took the opportunity of being in the same room to record an episode straight off the back of our live "Diet Culture Spring Clean" webinar. We chat about an episode of the 'The Rest is History' podcast about the history of Italian food which is very different to the myths and assumptions that …

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