Best Cassandra T Podcasts (2025)

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Special Episode: Participating in MS Research with Chiquita Shepard-Knight and Earl Sneed 16:27

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Welcome to a RealTalk MS special series on MS clinical trials. This special series is made possible through a generous grant from Sanofi. In today's episode, you'll meet two participants from the TEAMS Study, a research study at the University of Illinois Chicago's UI Health, in conjunction with the University of Alabama Birmingham School of Public…

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Dianna Cohen 54:38

2d ago54:38

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Gwyneth sits down with Dianna Cohen—founder of Crown Affair—for a conversation about building a beauty brand rooted in ritual and intention, and her mission to make haircare something you actually look forward to. She opens up about stepping away from the CEO role and how that shift has enabled her to reconnect with the work she does best—and, most…

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Episode 429: Caring for Your Partner with MS While Holding Down a Full-Time Job with Diana Grazio 30:35

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Being a caregiver for a loved one with MS isn't an easy job. And, while it may consume hours of your time, often, it's not your only job. Many caregivers are the only family members bringing in an income. So, in addition to their caregiving responsibilities, they may also be facing the responsibilities that go along with holding down a full-time jo…

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Caring For Your Soul During the Holidays 31:06

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How is your soul doing this holiday season? What if the heaviness you're carrying this holiday season is actually an invitation for your soul to be held, healed, and renewed? In our re-released episode, Caring for Your Soul During the Holidays, Diane and Allie discuss the value of soul care during the holidays, addressing common challenges such as …

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Gwyneth Paltrow 37:02

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Gwyneth sits down for a special live AMA episode recorded at goop x Audemars Piguet’s time out retreat in upstate New York. Moderated by Zanna Roberts Rassi—journalist, entrepreneur, and cofounder of Milk Makeup—they discuss how to create space for self-care in a world that rewards overdoing, instinct versus intuition, and how slowing down and reco…

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Episode 428: The Effects of Smoking, Consuming Alcohol, and Consuming Caffeine on Your MS with Dr. Barbara Giesser 32:47

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As researchers continue to learn about MS, it becomes clear that you can change the trajectory of your MS journey and improve your quality of life by making smart lifestyle choices. Quitting smoking and watching your alcohol and caffeine consumption are smart choices for everyone, and they can pay especially big dividends if you're living with MS. …

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S2 Ep32: Mamdani's America! 1:05:20

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We talk all about Zohran Mamdani, the Federal Shutdown, Mexican politics, and Erika Kirk! Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every month!!! Book us for your school…

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Charli xcx 55:23

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Gwyneth sits down with Charli xcx—fearless pop icon and rule breaker—about what it takes to create a world, not just a record. They talk about her leap into acting, how the best collaborations often starts at parties, and the freedom she’s found in embracing chaos, complexity, and transformation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr…

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S2 Ep31: Disneyland Puts Queer Villains Back in the Closet 37:05

15d ago37:05

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This week we talk about Disneyland's latest move to put villains in the vault, Zohran Mamdani's campaign, special elections, and more! Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus e…

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Episode 427: Science-Based Vaccine Guidance for People Living with MS with Dr. Lisa Doggett 27:45

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When you're living with a chronic condition like MS, you want to be sure you're doing everything you can to preserve and promote good health. And, right now, you may be feeling confused about whether you should be getting vaccinated, and which vaccines are safe. It's understandable. Unfortunately, there's a lot of confusing information about vaccin…

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Worshiping Through Grief — with Anne Wilson 17:23

11d ago17:23

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Anne Wilson, a 23-year-old popular singer/songwriter whose powerful song, "My Jesus," reached number 1 on the Billboard charts, joins us to share her journey of enduring and worshipping through grief after the loss of her 23-year-old brother at the age of 15. Losing friends and family members we love and care deeply about is an inescapable part of …

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Emily Hickey 58:58

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Gwyneth sits down with Emily Hickey—growth strategist, coach, and trusted collaborator—to explore the “why” behind our work and our lives. They talk about how to lead with purpose, dismantle the quiet glass ceilings we set for ourselves, and find the courage to step into the arena as our whole selves. To learn more about listener data and our priva…

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Episode 426: Fighting Her Way Through the Health Insurance Maze with Cassandra Ashby 32:42

10d ago32:42

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Some disease-modifying therapies can change the trajectory of your MS journey. But gaining access to those medications isn't always as easy or straightforward as it should be. In the United States, insurance companies are most often the gatekeepers to prescription medications. This week, Cassandra Ashby shares a story that many of you may already b…

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Erin + Sara Foster 1:08:21

16d ago1:08:21

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Gwyneth sits down with Erin and Sara Foster—writers, producers, and Favorite Daughter cofounders—for a candid conversation about sisterhood, IVF, and how humor, honesty, and trusting that it will all work out have carried them through reinvention, unexpected love, and success in their forties. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pract…

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S2 Ep30: No Kings? Okay... Now What? 43:08

17d ago43:08

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We talk about the latest wave of political news. From the No Kings protests to the ceasefire and the leak of the young republican group chats. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a…

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Episode 425: The ECTRIMS 2025 Deep Dive with Dr. Bruce Bebo 33:58

20d ago33:58

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Just about a month ago, 9,600 researchers, clinicians, and representatives from patient advocacy organizations gathered in Barcelona for the European Committee on Treatment and Research in MS annual scientific congress, better known as ECTRIMS, the largest MS research conference in the world. Now that he's had an opportunity to review his notes and…

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Walking in Your True Worth — with Brittany Maher + Cassandra Speer 42:48

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Do you ever find yourself hustling for your worth or looking for it in all the wrong places? You are not alone. Too many girls and women are lost and wandering, endlessly seeking security and approval in places and things that never satisfy. In this episode, Brittany Maher, Cassandra Speer, and Allie Smith talk about how our value doesn't rise and …

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Brad Falchuk 52:25

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Gwyneth sits down with Brad Falchuk—Emmy-winning writer, producer, and her husband—to talk about his new Netflix series Famous Last Words, why death remains the ultimate taboo worth breaking, and the message he hopes will outlive him. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn m…

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Episode 424: I'm a Participant in a Clinical Trial for CAR-T Cell Therapy and MS with Jan Janisch-Hanzlik 33:05

27d ago33:05

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Jan Janisch-Hanzlik lives with MS and is a participant in one of the clinical trials evaluating the safety and efficacy of CAR-T cell therapy for MS. Jan is the first person in the world to receive this one-and-done treatment, and this week, she's joining me to share her experience participating in the clinical trial. But you'll be especially inter…

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Special Episode: The Risks and Rewards of Participating in Clinical Trials with Dr. Kathy Zackowski and Mimi Brown 21:04

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Welcome to a RealTalk MS special series on MS clinical trials. This special series is made possible through a generous grant from Sanofi. In today's episode, we're exploring the risks and rewards of participating in a clinical trial with Dr. Kathy Zackowski and Mimi Brown. Dr. Zackowski is the Associate Vice President of Research at the National MS…

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The Power of Breath Prayer — with Jennifer Tucker 38:06

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Are you longing for peace in the middle of anxiety, overwhelming thoughts, or uncertainty? In this powerful conversation, author and artist Jennifer Tucker invites us into the life-changing practice of breath prayer. This centuries-old Christian discipline combines the science of calming the body with the truth of God's Word. Through simple, script…

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Cody Rigsby 47:22

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S2 Ep29: The Cult of Swifties and other Tales of Fascism 1:10:58

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Episode 423: Understanding Infections and MS with Dr. Robert Fox 33:17

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From the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, people living with MS have been justifiably concerned about how a COVID-19 infection might impact their MS. As the new "Stratus" strain of COVID-19 is currently surging in the United States, research is providing answers we didn't have five years ago. Dr. Robert Fox, the Managing Director of the NARC…

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Kelly Rutherford 34:28

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Gwyneth sits down with Kelly Rutherford—beloved Upper East Side matriarch and style icon—as she reflects on reinvention, resilience, and the beauty of allowing yourself to not be okay, sharing how gratitude and grace have carried her through life’s hardest transitions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.a…

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S2 Ep28: Living in "Hell" (Portland, Oregon) 49:50

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We talk about a lot in a really short time: ICE and the National Guard in Portland, TikTok's latest scandal, Kamala Harris' book tour, and much more. So keep up! Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $1…

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Episode 422: From ECTRIMS 2025 with Dr. Bruce Bebo and Kristine Werner Ozug 23:33

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Last week, over 9600 MS researchers and clinicians gathered in Barcelona for the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis annual scientific congress -- ECTRIMS 2025. Minutes after the conference adjourned, in what has become an annual tradition, Dr. Bruce Bebo, the Executive Vice President of Research at the National MS S…

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Matthew McConaughey 1:02:59

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Gwyneth sits down with Matthew McConaughey as he shares the poems and prayers he’s written throughout his life—life lessons collected in his newest book Poems & Prayers—reflecting on reinvention, truth, and his fearless pursuit of becoming his best self. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pr…

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S2 Ep27: The Five Stages of Grift 57:05

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We're here with a new episode talking about all the crazy shit that has come out of the Charlie Kirk situation (and we're not just talking about his neck) Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supp…

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Episode 421: Optimizing Your Brain Health with Nurse Practitioner Erin Wilkinson 42:26

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Happy birthday to us! RealTalk MS is 8 years old today! It's hard for me to believe that the podcast I launched in 2017, with the goal of one day reaching 300 listeners, today reaches thousands of people living with MS, their care partners, MS researchers, and clinicians in more than 100 countries. So, let me start this week's show notes with a pro…

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A Reflection, Podcast and Ministry Update, and a Call to Action — with Allie Marie Smith 23:10

2M ago23:10

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In light of the tragic and targeted killings of innocent people and many followers of Jesus such as kids and teachers at Christian schools, and the horrendous assassination of Charlie Kirk, Allie shares some reflections and inspires us to stand firm in our faith and be salt and light amidst the spiritual battle we are facing. She also shares an exc…

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Special Episode: Dr. Aaron Boster Explains MS Clinical Trials 33:37

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You're living with MS, and maybe you're thinking about participating in an MS clinical trial. But how do they work? Are they safe? What's the difference between Phase 1, 2, and 3 trials? What are the real patient risks and benefits of participating in a clinical trial? In this special episode of RealTalk MS, we're getting answers to those questions…

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Amanda Knox 59:16

2M ago59:16

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Gwyneth sits down with Amanda Knox—whose wrongful conviction and eventual exoneration made international headlines—to talk about resilience, reclaiming her voice, and what it means to live beyond the narratives others write for you. During the conversation, Amanda mentions her meditation lectures on the Waking Up app: www.wakingup.com/AmandaKnox Yo…

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S2 Ep26: Gang Violence 1:42:17

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We talk about Charlie Kirk Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every month!!! Book us for your school or org event by emailing [email protected] Follow us…

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Episode 420: A DIY Kit for Improving Your MS Journey with Julie Polisena 34:51

2M ago34:51

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Disease-modifying therapies are the cornerstone of MS treatment, but they're not the only piece of the puzzle. Beyond prescription medications, self-care that includes making healthy lifestyle choices can significantly improve your quality of life with MS. Julie Polisena knows this firsthand. Julie lives with MS, and in a recent blog post, she shar…

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HerStory: Finding Your True Identity — with Shynna Valencia 27:05

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Have you ever wondered who you truly are — beyond the labels, the opinions, and the plans you've made for yourself? Do you wonder what your purpose is here on this earth and how to walk in your true identity? Shynna Harper, a former Lakers Girl, shares her journey of faith, personal growth, and the pursuit of her dreams as a professional dancer. Sh…

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S2 Ep25: Department of Bore 37:20

2M ago37:20

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On this episode we talk about all the wild stuff the government has been up to as of late Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every month!!! Book us for your school…

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Stepparenting with the Faltrows 58:09

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In this episode from April, Gwyneth is joined by her husband, Brad Falchuk, for an intimate conversation on the complexities of stepparenting. Together, they reflect on the unexpected realities of blending a family - from the challenges that tested them, to the growth that followed, and the rituals that kept them connected. At the center of it all …

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Episode 419: A Whole-Person Health Approach to MS Care with Dr. Lynne Shinto 33:11

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Some people living with MS adhere to a treatment plan based exclusively on what we might consider traditional medicine. Others opt for alternative treatments. And, still, others take a whole-person health approach, blending integrative medicine with traditional treatments designed to support an individual's mind and body. Dr. Lynne Shinto joins me …

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The Art of Aging Well 48:07

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In this episode from 2023, Gwyneth sits down with longtime friend and board-certified plastic surgeon Julius Few, MD, to talk about what it really means to age well. They explore how our ideas of aging have shifted—from dramatic interventions later in life to a gentler, earlier focus on prevention, preservation, and restoration. Few shares the tool…

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Hope for the Anxious Heart — with JJ Heller and Allie Marie Smith 27:08

2M ago27:08

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Is anxiety bullying you and keeping you from living wholeheartedly. Friend, have grace with yourself and know that you are not alone. Singer and Songwriter, JJ Heller shares her personal journey through anxiety and panic attacks, the special role that music played in her healing process, and how her experiences have shaped her into who she is today…

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S2 Ep24: Families Can Be Revolutionary 50:33

2M ago50:33

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In which we talk about the left's recent discourse about anti-natalism (the belief that having children is morally wrong). Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every…

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Episode 418: The Importance of Developing a Growth Mindset When You're Living With MS with Dr. Mirian Franco 35:40

2M ago35:40

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Living with MS means living with uncertainty, possible physical disability or cognitive dysfunction, bouts of crushing fatigue, mood changes, and let's not forget the very real irritation of well-meaning people telling you how healthy you look. Just processing the world around you can feel challenging. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Miriam Franc…

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A Guide to Perimenopause & Menopause 58:36

3M ago58:36

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In this episode from 2021, Gwyneth talks with integrative physician Taz Bhatia, MD, about what’s really going on in our bodies during perimenopause and menopause. They explore the hormonal shifts that shape this transition, the symptoms we don’t always talk about, and how integrative and conventional medicine can work together to support women thro…

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Episode 417: Music and the Body with Emmy Award-Winning Composer Jeff Beal 32:05

3M ago32:05

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If you've watched the critically acclaimed series, House of Cards, on Netflix, or the OCD detective series, Monk, on the USA Network, you've already listened to some of five-time Emmy award-winning composer Jeff Beal's work. This week, Jeff joins me to discuss his journey as an artist and as someone living with MS. We're also sharing all the detail…

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Untangling the Adult Mother-Daughter Relationship 37:53

3M ago37:53

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In this episode from 2021, licensed counselor and Mother Hunger author Kelly McDaniel offers a compassionate look at adult daughters and their longing for maternal love, and how understanding this longing can open the door to healing and more fulfilling connections. She explores how early dynamics with our mothers can influence everything from our …

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S2 Ep23: "Poor" Men 38:37

3M ago38:37

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We talk about the discourse around dating "poor" men, as well as the Ethel Cain vs Lana Del Rey drama. Support this podcast by becoming a patron on Patreon.com/BitterBrownFemmes $1 gets access to almost a decade of archived content! $5+ supporters get video versions of all new episodes!! $10+ supporters get a bonus episode every month!!! Book us fo…

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Episode 416: The Updated McDonald Diagnostic Criteria for MS with Dr. Andrew Solomon 27:52

3M ago27:52

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Since 2001, clinicians have relied on the McDonald Diagnostic Criteria as the gold standard for diagnosing someone with multiple sclerosis. As science continues to add to our understanding of MS, the McDonald Criteria have been updated in 2005, 2010, 2017, and most recently in 2024. This latest iteration of the McDonald criteria will be published i…

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Finding Peace and Freedom From Addictions — with Cristina Baker and Christie Myers 39:59

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Are you struggling to break free from the grip of an addiction? Are you searching for hope and healing, but don't know where to start? Christie Myers and Christina Baker chat about the transformative power of prayer and their personal journeys of healing. They share the importance of vulnerability and community, and the divine encounters they had t…

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Manifestation, Self-Worth, and the Energy You Attract 43:13

3M ago43:13

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In this episode from 2019, manifestation advisor Lacy Phillips, founder of To Be Magnetic, explains why manifesting isn’t about forced positivity or endlessly visualizing your goals. Today marks the final day of the annual Lions Gate Portal, a rare cosmic alignment between the sun and Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, believed to be a gateway …