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A Soft Mess

A Soft Mess

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Join us monthly to talk about the intersections of identity, mental health, radical vulnerability, & self-love. Send questions for us to answer via the Anchor app or [email protected] Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asoftmess/support
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Political Fix

Financial Times

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The Financial Times takes you into the corridors of power to unwrap, analyse and debate British politics with a regular lineup of FT correspondents and informed commentators. New episodes available every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pretty Real is the unapologetic audio diary for women who are done pretending. Hosted by Ariyanna, this podcast dives into the beautiful mess of modern womanhood—where growth meets glam, real talk meets soft life, and healing doesn’t mean hiding your edges. Expect unfiltered conversations about self-worth, identity, ambition, love, and showing up as that girl—even on the days you don’t feel like her. Whether you’re navigating your glow-up or just need a reminder that you’re not alone, Pretty ...
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So. Much. Division. Let's talk about how to change that. Re-engage as neighbors, friends, co-workers and family. Let's set out to change the world. Strike that. Change A World. One person at a time, make someone's life a little better and then do it again tomorrow and the day after that, through kindness. Kindness is a Super-Power that each of us has within us. It is so powerful it has the potential to change not only your life but those around you, too. Let's talk about kindness.
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SPOON SPACE

Sunny Dee

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Spoon Space is where hot takes meet heating pads. I’m Sunny Dee—RN, BSN, 20-year spoonie, and your favorite unlicensed therapist (with a license in nursing, don’t get cute). We talk guts, grief, giggles, and glow-ups—all in one breath, if we have one. This space is for the soft, the spicy, the spoon-deprived, and the soul-full. I don’t gatekeep, I guide. I don’t whisper through pain, I sing through it—with a lil’ cuss here and there. If you’ve only got one spoon left, BABY, spend it here.Bri ...
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O₃: The Black Girl Formula Overthinking. Overfeeling. Overcoming. Welcome to O₃: The Black Girl Formula—where we unpack all the stuff that gets stuck in our heads and hearts and turn it into power. Inspired by the strength of ozone (you know, the thing that protects us from all the mess in the atmosphere), this space is your emotional sanctuary and your strategy room. Each episode is a soft place to land and a push toward healing—whether we’re talking about setting boundaries, shedding old i ...
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Human, But Barely

Hosted by Kate

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Human, But Barely is a podcast for the moments when you’re one existential spiral away from turning into a houseplant — a show about emotional honesty, identity, and spiraling with style. Hosted by a woman overthinking her way through modern life, it’s part cultural side-eye, part soft spiral, part please tell me it’s not just me. Expect chaotic thoughts with no table of contents, emotionally unhinged reflections, and the kind of mess that’s better shared than solved — because being a human ...
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The Slay At Home Podcast | Simple Homemaking Habits For Cleaning, Decluttering, Routines, Habits for Busy Moms

Corinne Burghardt: SlayAtHomeMother, Gentle Systems Coach for Habits, Routines, & Decluttering

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Welcome to the Slay At Home Podcast — the antidote to hustle culture for the overwhelmed mom who’s tired of feeling behind in her own home. Hosted by a former perfectionist turned gentle systems coach, this show is your permission slip to drop the guilt, stop chasing Pinterest-level routines, and start building a home that works with your personality—not against it. Each week, you’ll hear honest conversations, science-backed strategies, and real-life solutions for managing your home, your ti ...
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Kia ora, Hello! I’m Ruth Vercoe, a teacher-turned-mum, here on a mission to demystify Child’s Play through understanding play schemas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, 'Why is my child doing that?'—whether it’s throwing their soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up their crayons —then you’re in the right place, and certainly not alone. Here, we’ll explore the magic of play through the lens of play schemas—those hidden repeated patterns in your child’s behaviour that hold ...
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In an America as big as ours, there's definitely no shortage of problems. And like any mess, the hard fact is that somebody's going to have to clean things up. But we can't always look to Mom and Dad to take care of things for us. Eventually, things will have to be left to the next generation. A generation that's hopefully been prepared for everything that's coming their way. But it's not all down to intellect. You need street smarts- soft skills, and those aren't always taught at your child ...
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Zuri Hall's Hot Happy Mess

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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Are you craving Best Life, minus the Burnout… constantly striving for more, and quite frankly — F’n over it? Want more happiness, peace, and purpose… NOW? Well then LET’S. GO. From Emmy Award Winning TV host Zuri Hall comes ‘Hot Happy Mess’ — your new go-to podcast for mindfully ambitious Millennial women. It’s the same fun, down-to-earth vibes that Zuri’s known for during her candid red carpet interviews + celebrity sit-downs (on MTV, E! News, and now Access Hollywood)... but this show is a ...
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Your Own Magic

Raquelle Mantra

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a podcast for the creative + curious soul. yourownmagic.com the intention of the podcast is self-explanatory... to help you explore and unleash 'your own magic'. as the podcast has changed over the years, we encourage all listeners to unabashedly embrace all of who you are: the soul; the human; the mystic; the intellect; the light; the mess; the integration of this mind, body, + spirit.yom continues to share messages from visionaries, artists, authors, guides, healers, entrepreneurs, and the ...
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Parenting After Dark

Mark and Kelly Stanton

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Tired of listening to all that perfect parenting shi..tuff, looking for something real! Thats Mark and Kelly Stanton. Join them as they tackle todays issues and concerns, and uncover what others are talking about. Getting both, male and female perspective can sometimes lead into a heated debate. Find out who’ll come out on top, or join in an vote for who you think is right. This is a very interactive and informative podcast, that shares in the struggles, that every day parent faces but doesn ...
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Open with Emma Campbell

Pretty Fire Audio Productions

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In each episode of Open, Emma Campbell (aka @limitless_em) will be joined by a very special guest to have an open hearted and authentic conversation about life’s challenges, triumphs and the messy and magical bits in-between. If the last decade or so has taught Emma anything, it’s that connection is everything and that whatever challenges we may face, if we can share the load with those who get it, if we can open up, feel held and heard then the steps ahead can feel a little less daunting. P ...
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Tempers fly as the newsmakers of the week face-off in this award-winning show. Anchored by Sanket Upadhyay, this weekly program has politicians battlling wits with a live audience.
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In this Magic Monday, I explore the four soft-archetypes within all of us. You might feel one rising more than the others right now, and this gentle check-in helps you understand which version of you is leading your week and what she needs. A soft, grounding start to your Monday. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUELLE + YOM yourownmagic.…
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Investors are spending billions of dollars on novel ways to extend human life through inventive treatments, therapies, and even manipulating our genes. And increasingly, it seems as though anti-ageing efforts have moved from the super rich to a mass market consumer industry. In this series, we’re covering the past, present and future of the longevi…
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Home secretary Shabana Mahmood announced a tough set of measures overhauling immigration policy this week, in a bid to deter illegal boat crossings and tackle the thorny issue of asylum seekers that dominates the news agenda. But how did the announcement go down with a divided Labour party? And, just days away from the Budget, chancellor Rachel Ree…
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In this fun freaky Friday episode, we see into thin places. The spots on earth where spirits, ancestors, and old energies come closest to the physical world. We explore why these places feel different, how to sense a presence, and ten powerful thin places around the world. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUELLE + YOM yourownmagic.com ig …
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If you’ve ever looked around your house and wondered, “Why can’t I just keep it tidy?” — this episode is for you, sweet friend. In Episode 157 of The Slay At Home Podcast, Corinne pulls back the curtain on what she’s learned after coaching hundreds of overwhelmed, Type B, neurodivergent, and simply exhausted moms who are trying to find peace in the…
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Send us a text What if the strongest antidote to perfectionism isn’t tougher goals, but kinder ones? We sit down with life coach and former Dartmouth swim coach Jenn Verser to explore how compassion—especially the kind we offer ourselves—can loosen the grip of people pleasing, fear of failure, and the constant need to outperform. Jen brings candid …
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Happy Witchy Wednesday! I’m so excited to unpack the magic of the Vertex and Anti-Vertex with you. They're not talked about enough imo. These two hidden points in your chart reveal where fate meets you and where you become the fated person in someone else’s life. We go through the signs, the houses, synchronicity windows, and how to find yours. Hon…
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Is your toddler more interested in the box than the toy this Christmas? You’re not alone, and there’s a reason behind it! In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, we’re kicking off our festive three-part miniseries, A Playful Christmas, exploring how understanding play schemas can bring more calm, confidence, and connection into your holiday s…
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A gentle Magic Monday reset with micro-moments of softness and simple ways to feel grounded again. Perfect if you need to exhale and come back to yourself. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUELLE + YOM yourownmagic.com ig @raquellemantra fb group your own magic SPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS here Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use …
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In this Freaky Friday, we explore Quantum Jumping and manifesting through a grounded, human, and embodied lens. Instead of the dramatic, glitchy version you see online, this episode dives into the subtle emotional and identity shifts that help you connect with the version of yourself who already lives the life you want. We talk about parallel yous,…
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It has been a whirlwind week in Westminster with the BBC in crisis and a supposed challenge to the prime minister’s leadership. So, was there a putative coup from within Keir Starmer’s own cabinet? Is there a “toxic culture” in Downing Street? Plus: the panel’s take on the runners and riders for the top job at the national broadcaster. Host George …
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Hey sweet friend 💛 If you’ve ever stood in front of a pile of “stuff” and felt torn between gratitude and guilt, this episode is your gentle permission slip to breathe. In “God, Guilt, and Getting Rid of Stuff,” host Corinne Burghardt (of The Slay At Home Podcast) invites you into an honest, grace-filled conversation about the emotional and spiritu…
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Send us a text What if a classroom could feel like a rehearsal room—brave, focused, and full of possibility? We sit down with 25-year-old performing arts teacher Avelyn Simons to explore how kindness, boundaries, and creative practice can transform shy teens into confident speakers and generous teammates. From building a drama program from scratch …
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Our ancestors lived by the rhythm of the sky, and the echo of that wisdom still lives in our calendar. In this Witchy Wednesday episode, we explore the magic of planetary days. How each sunrise offers a new tone, a new mood, a new energy to lean into. This epi brings us back into flow with the cosmos. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUEL…
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How can mums nourish themselves through conception, pregnancy, and beyond? NZ dietitian Hannah Ericksen from oh Goodness Nutrition joins Ruth Vercoe to unpack nutrition for mums , the real, practical kind. From the “first thousand days” to postpartum recovery, discover how small changes can make a lifelong impact for you and your baby. You’ll learn…
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Send us a text Healing After a Toxic Relationship | Rebuilding Your Self-Worth & Finding Peace Description: In this episode of Pretty Real Persona, we dive deep into the journey of healing after a toxic relationship — the heartbreak, the confusion, and the beautiful process of rediscovering yourself. 💔➡️💫 We talk about: ✨ How to recognize lingering…
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I'm in a season that's stretched me between real estate, travel, new responsibilities, and a body asking for rest. In this Magic Monday, I share what it's been like navigating the chaos, the lessons it's teaching me, and how I'm finding grounding through it all. A gentle reminder that stress isn't always bad… sometimes it's sacred. NEW SUBSTACK raq…
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What if reality isn’t solid, but a projection of light and consciousness reflecting your inner world back to you? In this short Freaky Friday episode, I explore how to manifest within the holographic universe, not by forcing outcomes but by tuning your energy to the frequency of what you already are. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUELL…
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With just three weeks to go until the Budget, Rachel Reeves gave a surprise speech to reset expectations on who she’s planning to hit with more taxes on November 26. This has fuelled further speculation about whether the government's central manifesto pledge to not raise income tax rates is now doomed. Host Miranda Green is joined by FT colleagues …
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Hey sweet friend 💛 If you’ve ever looked around your messy kitchen and wondered if what you do even matters, this episode will breathe fresh grace into your soul. In “From Chaos to Calling: When God Uses Your Mess for Ministry,” we’re talking about what it really means to be a woman of faith in the middle of everyday overwhelm. Host Corinne Burghar…
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Send us a text What if a mop and a kind word could change the way someone sees herself? We sat down with Brittinie Tran, founder of Hot Mess Express, to explore how a single Facebook plea turned into a national, women-led nonprofit that cleans homes, organizes chaos, and restores confidence—without judgment. From the first eight volunteers with dol…
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We’re easing out of the Taurus Full Moon & into Mercury Retrograde, but making it gentle. A grounded chat about reflection, release, divine timing and how to move through cosmic chaos with calm and clarity. FYI: Mercury Retrograde begins Nov 9th. NEW SUBSTACK raquellemantra.substack.com RAQUELLE + YOM yourownmagic.com ig @raquellemantra fb group yo…
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What Your Child Really Wants for Christmas (It’s Not What’s Under the Tree) This week on Demystifying Child’s Play, Ruth Vercoe is joined by Linda from The Thriving Home and The Connection Couple to explore what truly makes Christmas magical... connection. If you’ve ever felt torn between creating a picture-perfect holiday and actually being presen…
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Send us a text In this episode of Pretty Real Persona, we’re talking about the beauty of starting over — when life falls apart, doors close, or you realize the version of you that once fit… doesn’t anymore. This is your reminder that starting over isn’t failure — it’s a divine reset. We’re breaking down how to release shame around change, trust you…
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Sometimes choosing yourself doesn’t happen in one clear, confident moment. It unfolds slowly, in waves of remembering who you are. In this Magic Monday, I share gentle reflections on why clarity takes time, how to navigate the in-between, and how the universe meets you at the level of your self-trust. It’s a reminder that self-choosing isn’t a one …
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With a month to go until the Budget, chancellor Rachel Reeves needs to find a projected £30bn to balance the books. And the forecasts are not in her favour, with the OBR’s bigger than expected productivity downgrade dealing another blow to the Treasury this week. So where will the chancellor find the money – and if Labour have no choice but to brea…
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In this Halloween Freaky Friday, I’m exploring some of the most fascinating witch conspiracies. From the missing witches of Salem and the Vatican’s secret archives, to the CIA’s psychic experiments and the moon’s ancient connection to witchcraft. Then, I end with the greatest theory of all: that the witch hunts were never really about spells or cau…
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In this deeply grounding holiday episode, Corinne invites Type B moms to slow down, breathe, and clear both their homes and their hearts before the season of giving begins. “The Great Gift Purge” isn’t about perfection—it’s about peace. Through stories, science, and Scripture, this conversation helps moms release clutter, guilt, and overwhelm so th…
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Send us a text A lot of people talk about homelessness. Fewer people step inside a shelter and see what actually works. We sat down with Helen Kuchera to pull back the curtain on a low‑barrier, trauma‑informed approach that treats people as people—and the results are both practical and hopeful. We start by dismantling the myths: laziness, “choice,”…
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Ever wondered how to truly connect with your neurodiverse child, especially when life feels like one long guessing game? In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, host Ruth Vercoe welcomes Sarah from We Are Equal — a mum of four, early childhood teacher, and passionate advocate for neurodiversity, to share the five powerful lessons she wishes s…
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Ever wonder what kind of witch energy you carry? In this Witchy Wednesday, I explore the archetypes of witches. From the green witch who communes with plants and potions to the cosmic witch who reads the stars, to the kitchen, hedge, and eclectic witches who weave magic into everyday life. You’ll learn how to recognize your own magical style and ho…
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Send us a text Being the Cycle Breaker in Your Lineage | Pretty Real Persona Podcast ✨ Being the cycle breaker isn’t easy — it’s deep work. It’s deciding that generational pain stops with you. It’s choosing healing over habit, peace over patterns, and awareness over avoidance. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to be the one …
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Is it your intuition speaking… or anxiety overthinking? Learn how to tell the difference, calm your nervous system, and rebuild trust in your own inner guidance. In this episode, I blend gentle psychology and soulful reflection to help you tune out fear’s noise and reconnect with your quiet, inner knowing. Happy Magic Monday! RAQUELLE + YOM yourown…
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This fun Freaky Friday favorite, we’re opening the library of the cosmos... the Akashic Records. I’m revisiting one of Your Own Magic’s most loved and fascinating topics: the idea that every thought, action, and emotion is recorded in an energetic field. A kind of quantum memory of the universe. In this episode, I share an Akashic Records 101: what…
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves received a rare bit of good news from lower inflation statistics this week, which could reduce government borrowing ahead of the November Budget. But the uphill struggle to improve Labour’s standing in the polls continues after a drubbing in Caerphilly, the embarrassing failure of the one-in-one-out migrant policy and the c…
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If you’ve ever wondered why your once-perfect routine suddenly stops working when the seasons change—this episode will make you breathe a sigh of relief. In this cozy, grace-filled conversation, Corinne Burghardt (aka The Slay At Home Mother) helps Type B and neurodivergent moms reimagine homemaking as something that evolves—just like we do. From s…
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