Math Therapy explores the root causes of math trauma, and the empowering ways we can heal from it. Each week host Vanessa Vakharia, aka The Math Guru, dives into what we get right and wrong about math education, and chats with some of today’s most inspiring and visionary minds working to make math more accessible, diverse, and fun for students of all ages. Whether you think you’re a "math person" or not, you’re about to find out that math people don’t actually exist – but the scars that math ...
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Are you a coach who's afraid to use the "T" word (Trauma) on your calls? Or you that trauma is a thing, that it happens, but not much more (because you’re not sure if you want to know more)? If any of this resonates (or you just want to know more about how, as coaches, we can support clients carrying trauma), this podcast is for you. Bringing our lack of understanding into the light is necessary to support ourselves—and clients—during calls. Now coach, I am NOT HERE to induce fear or paralys ...
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Carla is: a bookdragon; a 50-something with psychology and counseling degrees with post-grad work in grief/loss/trauma, sex crimes, and forensic anthropology; a woman who has lived in three haunted houses; a former freelance journalist and counselor, who is never bored; a disabled introvert who sees connections everywhere--like John Nash, only less math-y; a knitting fidget who loves horror movies with a skewed passion. Like one of her heroes, Harriet the Spy, she wants to learn everything a ...
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A grown-up fairytale for the soul. What if healing didn’t come with instructions—but with a story? Santa Land is a place for the dreamers, the seekers, and the beautifully misunderstood. Created and hosted by Tony Felice, this podcast offers weekly ten-minute story episodes followed by gentle reflections—part personal journey, part universal truth. Guided by a wise little cricket, you’ll explore identity, existence, grief, trauma, transformation… and the quiet, unwavering power of love. Told ...
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When it comes to parenting, “the days are long, and the years are short.” You treasure the journey, but when chaos erupts you need solutions. That’s where we come in. We deliver information parents need from sources they can trust. You’ll hear from authors, educators, and other professionals who bring knowledge and compassion in service of their calling to help parents and children thrive.
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🎙️ Welcome to Totally Toxic — the no-holds-barred podcast where we drag our most chaotic, cringe-worthy, and straight-up toxic life experiences into the light. Whether it's relationships that went up in flames, family drama with a side of manipulation, fake friends, or jobs that made you question your sanity — we’ve been there. And we’re not afraid to talk about it. Join our hosts and unfiltered guests every week as we unpack the red flags we ignored, the gaslighting we didn’t catch, and the ...
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ELIX is a non-governmental organisation in Greece providing non-formal education. On this podcast channel you will find remote learning resources for language learners of Greek as foreign language in the framework of the programme "The Learning for Integration Project: Quality Learning and Non-Formal Education for Refugee and Migrant Children and Adults in Greece" with the support of UNICEF, International Organization for Migration (IOM) and DG HOME. The Mini Kids Podcast series is being pro ...
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Squarepeg is a podcast in which I talk to other late identified autistic women and nonbinary people about their lives, their autism journeys, and what they’ve learned along the way. I’m Amy Richards, and I was diagnosed autistic in 2016, when I was 37. I’ve been sharing my conversations with other autistic adults since 2020. I hope you’ll find these conversations inspiring and thought provoking, and that they’ll help you feel more connected to a worldwide community of people with similar exp ...
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Tyron Motif 3x published author from New York. A hiphop baby loving the African culture, traveling and currently trying this YouTuber thing out. Im thinking about leaving America behind for Beautiful Mother Africa. When I do I promise to take all of you guys with me for the journey. This Podcast is categorized as Comedy and all statements are simply jokes or alleged! Tyron Motif on YouTube Instagram and twitch Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act
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Chapter Twenty Seven: A Boat, Some Flowers & Some Flames
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11:01Chapter Twenty Seven: A Boat, Some Flowers & Some Flames In this episode of the Santa Land Podcast Tom continues his walk on the beach and imagines putting a part of himself in a boat and sending it off to Valhalla. "Maybe grief causes us to rip ourselves open and look at the pieces of ourselves, just like desk toys," he wonders aloud. www.santalan…
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Chapter Twenty Six: Perception is Only Nine Tenths of Reality
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16:56Chapter Twenty Six: Perception is Only Nine Tenths of Reality In this episode of the Santa Land Podcast; in the season of Independence Day we find Tom walking on the beach contemplating the relevance of perception and observation. He recalls a conversation with Mary about the connection between perception (the instant of existence) and the forming …
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Chapter Twenty Five: A Cricket & A Cursor
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25:59Chapter Twenty Five: A Cricket & A Cursor In this episode of the Santa Land Podcast, The cricket makes an appearance to a sleepy Tom, too caught in the web of memory to notice. We go backwards to a trip to a vineyard where Tom discovers the difference between signs and sanity and for the first time in more time than he can remember Tom had the time…
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Discover the top three vitamins every child needs to build a strong foundation for health and well-being! In this enlightening conversation with Feryal Talebdoost, founder of Green Peach Nutrition, we explore practical strategies to navigate the overwhelming world of children's nutrition and supplements. From understanding hidden additives to learn…
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Ep 8: If He Pays, I Profit: The Girl Math Hustle
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1:01:03In this hilariously unhinged episode of the Totally Toxic Podcast, Rebecca and Sarah grab their calculators (just kidding, it’s vibes-only math) and break down the chaotic brilliance that is girl math. Why does returning something feel like free money? Why does cash not count if it never touched your bank account? And how exactly does one justify $…
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Chapter Twenty Four: The Path of Sorrows In one of the most personal chapters of Santa Land, Tom journeys into a memory long buried—one shaped by silence, innocence, and unimaginable sorrow. Through the quiet guidance of the cricket and the soft unfolding of truth, we are invited to witness not the trauma itself, but the resilience it forged. This …
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Chapter Twenty Three: Three Thirty Three We learn the mystery of 333 and why it means magic for Tom and David. www.santalandpodcast.com #SantaLandPodcast #CreativeProcess #PhilosophyAndFiction #AudioNarrative #ASMRStorytelling #GriefJourney #PodcastLife #ConsciousCreativity #TimAndTony #WriterLife #HealingThroughStory #FoundFamily #SpiritualPodcast…
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Chapter Twenty Two: She had the kind of face that invited questions about the weather.
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9:55Chapter Twenty Two: She had the kind of face that invited conversations about the weather. In this chapter, we find David on the beach collecting debris and collecting sentence for Tom. As he navigates his way, he reflects on the value that such things have on their lives. www.santalandpodcast.com #SantaLandPodcast #CreativeProcess #PhilosophyAndFi…
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We live in a fast-paced world and protecting young children from news overload and political stress is more important than ever. Check out this thought-provoking conversation with award-winning author and parenting coach, Danielle Lindner. We discuss valuable insights and practical strategies to help parents navigate the challenges of raising child…
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Ep 7: He Was Hot, But So Is a Dumpster Fire
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1:06:07In this episode of Totally Toxic, Sarah and Rebecca serve up heartbreak with a side of chaos as they unpack the wild world of toxic relationships. Rebecca spills the piping hot tea on her very first toxic ex—a pizza-slinging cheater who stole hearts and cash (yes, really). From petty revenge to emotional rollercoasters, the girls dive into the dram…
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Chapter Twenty One: Life's a beach and then you try.
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17:01Life's a beach and then you try. David takes a visit to the beach with the dog, where he ponders the nature of belief and his purpose in the story of Tom. On his walk he meets a neighbor who's toddler reminds him of the simple joys of living. www.santalandpodcast.com #SantaLandPodcast #CreativeProcess #PhilosophyAndFiction #AudioNarrative #ASMRStor…
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Episode 18: Chapter Twenty - Pieced together from sentences.
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12:12Chapter Twenty: Pieced Together from Sentences As the story of Tom unfolds, we learn more about David's role and we discover the beauty of truly listening. David recount's his own story of Tom's love of letters, more specifically the metaphor and the poetry of things that exist in that space between letters that become words. Words become alchemy f…
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Chapter Nineteen: Angels and Monsters The ticking of the bookshelf grows louder, and with it, Tom’s sense that something is coming undone. A glance at the titles he’s written becomes more than pride—it becomes a reckoning. In this pivotal chapter, Tom remembers how Meredith entered his life, orchestrated by Maria, his first editor and quiet guardia…
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Beyond the Highlight Reel: Unmasking Parental Isolation
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23:35In this candid episode, I break the silence around parental isolation-a hidden epidemic affecting millions of families. Drawing from my own journey as a parent, I explore why so many parents feel alone, the cultural myths that keep us isolated, and practical steps to build authentic connections. If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one struggli…
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In this laugh-out-loud episode of the Totally Toxic Podcast, hosts Rebecca and Sarah spill the tea on the pettiest, most hilariously ridiculous reasons people end their relationships. From ghosting someone over poor texting grammar to breaking it off because a partner was too obsessed with their cat, nothing is off-limits. They dish out their own b…
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Rattlesnake Kisses and Caviar Dreams: 100
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40:32In which Carla and her co-author and friend Robert Ford have fun and find cupcakes. Hope you do as well. Video version to follow shortly. Uninterrupted by ads on all feeds. List of Bob's works robertfordauthor.com: Instagram, Bluesky Rattlesnake Kisses (Knucklebucket) by Bob Ford and John Boden Cattywampus (Knucklebucket) by Bob Ford and John Boden…
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128. Art and autism math: healing and connecting after a late autism diagnosis
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58:44Elinor Trier describes herself as a “Sparkly Champion of Neurodivergent and Queer Joy”. She’s a neuroqueer AuDHD artist, writer, podcaster, YouTuber, and founder of Elinor Trier Studio, where she creates artwork that reminds us that we’re not the 'odd one out', we’re 'one of a kind’. Elinor says, “It wasn’t until I became a certified weirdo by gett…
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Chapter 18: David's Point Exactly Tom feels the mounting weight of expectation as a moment with David becomes unexpectedly charged with memory, tension, and legacy. A simple glance at the bookshelf—once a source of pride—now ticks like a clock, reminding Tom of the pressure to deliver something greater than before. But as the memory of a chance mee…
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Have you ever felt alone—even when surrounded by others? Maybe it crept in quietly, or maybe it hit you like a wave. In this episode, I’m getting real about that feeling of aloneness—why it’s not just 'in your head,' and why your body may actually be trying to protect you. I’ll share the neuroscience behind loneliness, how to regulate your nervous …
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Chapter Seventeen: Just Another Chicken Dance
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31:38Chapter 17: Just Another Chicken Dance. Tom reflects on the weight of expectations, the haunting pull of unfinished work, and a family legend involving a stubborn chicken, a roadside fair, and the search for deeper meaning. As Meredith calls from across the ocean, David watches, worried that Tom is about to lose himself in yet another obsessive que…
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Chapter Sixteen - David Out of Sorts The second part of our story introduces David and his own brand of magic. We learn more about his devotion through his thoughts and actions culminating in a magical moment where a wolf eats the moon. Double Slit Experiment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kfGRO6msQw Sodium and Potassium's relationship to sparks…
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Boost Your Child's Learning with Speed Reading
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45:04Discover how to boost your child’s learning with speed reading in this intriguing conversation featuring Carol Muleta and Howard Berg, the Guinness World Record holder for speed reading. Howard shares valuable insights and practical strategies to help children read faster, improve comprehension, and build confidence in their learning journey. Howar…
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Ep 5: Not a Boyfriend, Just a Nosy Little B*tch
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1:12:04Buckle up, Tribe — in this explosive episode, Sarah spills the toxic tea about the ex who wasn't just trash... he was secretly chasing her sister the whole time. 🤯 Alongside Rebecca, the two dive into the messy, emotional rollercoaster of toxic love, family betrayal, and the chaos that comes when loyalty gets tested. With savage wit and zero mercy,…
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Chapter Fifteen: E Equals Em See Squirreled
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11:39Chapter Fifteen - E Equals Em See Squirreled. At Memorial Day, Tom ponders the idea of two palms touching. One hand representing the known, the other the unknown. By delving into the space between those two states, Tom get's closer to the book's central idea. Meredith enters the scene by proxy, when Tom pulls a postcard off the bulletin board and p…
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Chapter Fourteen: Like Teenagers Run Amok
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14:39Chapter Fourteen: Like Teenagers Run Amok Chapter 14 takes us on a poetic journey of the existential nature of time. Written as a journal entry by Tom for David, it illuminates more about Tom's creative process as well as the depth of their relationship.By Tony Felice
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Chapters Twelve & Thirteen: Faith Under Soft Morning Light
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14:37Chapters Twelve and Thirteen - Faith Under Soft Morning Light / A Chirp in Time In Chapter Twelve, Tom writes a poem inspired by a walk on the beach—an exploration of faith’s dual nature: its flexibility and its rigidity. He reflects on what it means to know who you are in the face of loss, cruelty, and the hypocrisy of those who “prey and pray” on…
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Unlock the secrets to inspiring a love for math in your child with this insightful conversation between Carol Muleta and Dr. Jordan Smith, an award-winning educator and retired Marine Corps major. In this episode of the Parenting 411 podcast, Dr. Smith shares 11 practical strategies to help kids rediscover joy in learning math and triumph over acad…
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Ep 4: Passions: Because Day Drinking Isn't a Personality
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59:27In this episode, Sarah and Rebecca explore the journey of pursuing passions and navigating life changes. They discuss the excitement and challenges of starting new ventures, such as stand-up comedy, and reflect on the importance of support from friends and family. The conversation delves into the impact of upbringing on personal interests, the bala…
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Chapters Ten and Eleven: Play Something Christmassy Jason / Gravity is a Beyotch. Excuse the Language.
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23:14Chapters Ten and Eleven - Play Something Christmassy Jason / Gravity is a Beyotch. Excuse the Language. In Chapter 10, After writing "What I learn about I want, What I want I already have," and speaking out loud as he typed, David stops sweeping and they have an insightful discussion about closure. What does it feel like to be so loved you can be y…
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Did you know I'm a math nerd? + Getting your business OFF the ground!
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20:28Ready to stop spinning your wheels and build a business that actually feels like you? In this episode, Lindsay Poelman shares the real reasons coaches and entrepreneurs plateau from the get go—and what they need to break through and rise. Lindsay introduces her private, high-touch mentorship program designed for visionary business owners who are do…
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In this harrowingly heartbreaking chapter, we revisit Wendy's deathbed only to discover a miracle, that would bring Tom a sentence, far greater than the one he seeks. What does it mean to let go of a wish in order to receive a greater miracle instead? Stay tuned, the first part of the book becomes a fairy tale at the end. And you don't want to miss…
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After Chapter Eight, in the stillness left by loss, comes a spoken word piece. A meditation. A transmission. A love letter to the nature of being. The Poetry of Existence is not just language—it’s feeling, breath, ether. In this special two-part episode, Tony invites us into a space beyond narrative and memory. Here, time folds. Grief echoes. Wonde…
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Breaking The Cycle: Triumph of Trauma in Parenting
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26:13Breaking cycles of trauma and creating a brighter future for your family starts here. In this thought-provoking conversation, I sit down with Dr. Emma Norfleet Haley, a celebrated psychotherapist, author, and international speaker, to explore the profound impact of unresolved trauma on parenting and family dynamics. Together, we discuss actionable …
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Ep 3: Toxic Culture Club: Where Conformity is the Vibe
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1:10:20Buckle up, Toxic Tribe—this episode is giving insecurity, identity crisis, and a side of generational trauma! We’re diving headfirst into the beautifully messy world of toxic culture, where beauty standards are unrealistic, and self-worth gets decided by filters and aunties with too much to say. Your hosts get real (and ridiculous) about being comp…
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House of Leaves: Playing in the Halls of Hells: 99
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42:48In which Carla reenters the…why is it a house of leaves? Preorder Tom’s Crossing by Mark Z. Danielewski: https://bookshop.org/a/6560/9781524747718 Sources and references: The House of Leaves universe: House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski The Whalestoe Letters: From House of Leaves Poe’s album “Haunted”: Apple, Spotify The Little Blue Kite by Mark…
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In this beautiful, lyrical journal entry, Tom discloses to David some insight into his heart and sets the stage for a terror yet to be described. What does it mean to bring out all of your truths under observation of one who loves you? To evolve before their very eyes is perhaps the greatest act of love.…
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Chapter Seven: No Teeth Needed To Say Goodbye
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9:34In this heart wrenching episode Tom rushes to his mother Wendy's side. Tom hopes for a moment to ask his mother a pivotal question. Will he make it in time? A quiet reflection on what it takes to love fearlessly.By Tony Felice
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Chapters Five and Six: Needs and a Clock / A Prism of Time
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21:13Over breakfast, Tom makes a declaration: "All I have are needs and a clock." David listens quietly, as he always does—offering love and steadiness in the face of Tom’s unraveling thoughts. In this small, quiet chapter, David suggests a new way forward: write your truth, even if only for me. In Chapter Six, the story deepens. Tom reflects on his ear…
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In this episode of the Totally Toxic Podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of friendships—where red flags are more common than a group chat emoji, and we’ve definitely been the problem (more than once). From childhood trauma to adult drama, we’re spilling the tea on how toxic friendships sneak up on you and what we’ve learned the hard way. Spoi…
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In the second chapter of Santa Land, we meet Tom—the central figure in this grown-up fairytale. He’s sitting at his desk, wrestling with the opening line of his next novel. A sentence that won’t come. A deadline he can’t meet. A silence that won’t break. Tom is late. Past due. But what he’s really struggling with isn’t just the story—it’s what the …
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Tom sifts through the small objects on his desk—trinkets, toys, forgotten gifts—and begins to wonder: what are these things trying to say? As he reflects on an old dowager who left nothing of value in her safety deposit box, he begins to question what we hold onto… and why. But the real reason for his delay becomes clear: Grief has arrived. With a …
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Chapter Three: A Chirp in Time, Saves Nine?
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21:26In Chapter Three, Tom sits at the edge of a memory, the air around him full of whispers—some real, some imagined. As he wrestles with the creative process, sound and silence mingle, pulling him between presence and the past. Amid this unfolding, we meet Kellie—the first of “The 5”—and glimpse the impact of a soul who saw him when he couldn’t fully …
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Chapter One: The Cricket's Christmas Invitation
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20:39In this first chapter of Santa Land, we meet a small cricket—and something much bigger: a feeling. One that whispers in the dark, asking, “Are you still in there?” Host and creator Tony Felice invites you into a grown-up fairytale written during a time of personal transformation and healing. With every word, every pause, and every breath, this stor…
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The Santa Land Podcast with Tony Felice: Trailer
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1:42Have you ever wished there was a place you could go… where you didn’t have to fit in, where you didn’t have to explain yourself— a place where you could just be… and still be loved? Welcome to Santa Land. I’m Tony Felice—and each episode, I’ll read you a ten-minute story from a grown-up fairytale I’ve written… followed by a quiet conversation about…
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How to Be a Beacon of Light in a Conservative Community
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17:29What if the most radical thing you could do for your community is not to argue — but to be deeply, visibly well? Today on the podcast, Lindsay shares anecdotes and insights on the power of non-confrontational activism, emphasizing healing and personal growth as catalysts for community change. Today Lindsay shares: A reframe on what activism can loo…
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In this episode of the Totally Toxic Podcast, the hosts dive into their personal experiences with toxic relationships, particularly focusing on family dynamics and childhood trauma. They share humorous yet poignant stories about navigating friendships, romantic relationships, and the impact of their upbringing on their current perspectives. The con…
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Gentle Parenting Is Not Permissive Parenting
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8:57Gentle parenting isn't permissive parenting—it’s a transformative approach to raising children with empathy, respect, and clear boundaries. In this thoughtful conversation, I challenge the myths surrounding gentle parenting and share valuable insights into how this philosophy fosters resilience, emotional intelligence, and meaningful family connect…
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