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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The climate is changing. So are we. Explore a world of solutions with host Laura Lynch and our team of journalists. We find inspiration in unexpected places, scrutinize new technologies, hold powerful people accountable and join you on the journey to fix this mess. New episodes every Wednesday and Saturday.
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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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Budget bonanza: tax highs and growth lows
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39:53After months of speculation, predictions and U-turns, Rachel Reeves finally announced her Budget this week. And, symptomatic of the chaos this Budget has wrought, there was one final twist: the entire Budget appeared on the Office for Budget Responsibility's website 45 minutes before the chancellor was set to give her speech. It sent the media and …
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The term "carbon capture" is getting tossed around a lot by Canadian politicians these days. What's actually being talked about is carbon capture, utilization and storage or CCUS. The technology is promoted as a way to help Canada reach its climate goals, even as the country keeps exporting oil. So what exactly is it? How does it work? And does it …
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Send us a text Ever felt that dizzy aftertaste of a conversation where everything somehow becomes your fault? We sit down with coach and mentor Kyle Miller to untangle the confusion around narcissistic abuse, the misuse of the word “narcissist,” and the practical steps that help survivors reclaim clarity, confidence, and peace. Kyle shares a ground…
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Soft, squishy, huggable: who’s choosing a mushroom coffin?
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25:05For Marsya Ancker, laying her father to rest in a mycelium casket was a choice that was true to his environmental values. We hear how the biodegradable Loop Living Cocoon, made of the root fibres of mushrooms and upcycled hemp, is better for the earth than traditional coffins. And, we explore other innovations in green burials for people who want m…
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053 Water Play + Play Schemas: 10 Ways Kids Learn Through Splashing, Pouring & Play
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28:22Why is your toddler obsessed with pouring, tipping, splashing, and carrying cups of water around the house? In this episode, Shelly from HapiTap and I dive into the world of water play through the lens of play schemas, so you can finally understand what your child is learning every time they head straight for the tap, bath, or puddle. If you’ve eve…
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The Retrograde Episode: Every Planet, Every Lesson (Why Things May Be Chaotic Right Now) 🪐 Witchy Wednesday
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21:48This week’s Witchy Wednesday is a walk through every planetary retrograde and the lessons each one brings, with a special focus on the retrogrades happening right now. Mercury is not alone this season. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are all retrograding too, which explains why everything may feel slower, heavier, or a little chaotic. If you’v…
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Your Inner Archetypes: A Soft Check-In for the Week 🌟 Magic Monday
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18:59In 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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Is a ‘grand bargain’ for Alberta a bad deal for the climate?
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23:57A carbon capture project and a new pipeline may be on the horizon as Alberta gets closer to signing a memorandum of understanding, which Premier Danielle Smith calls a "grand bargain" with the federal government. Proponents tout carbon capture as a way to reduce emissions from oil sands production. But critics say the technology only enables the fo…
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Boats and the Budget: the battlelines are drawn
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34:28Home 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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Where the Veil Thins: Encounters with Spirits and Sacred Land 🌫️ Freaky Friday
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19:15In 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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157. The 8 Things I’ve Learned About Moms Who Struggle to Stay Tidy
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12:45If 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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Iggy Pop’s whisky and rage-soaked take on Mother Nature
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27:24Mother Nature is mad as hell. But they're also being played by the godfather of punk, so maybe that makes sense? In a new podcast, Iggy Pop takes an absurdist approach to get people to think about the climate. Is it weird? Sure. But the producers of Sweet Little Human hope its dark humour will appeal to people who might not want to hear about the s…
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Your Vertex & Anti-Vertex: The Astrology of Fated Encounters 🌠 Witchy Wednesday
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25:01Happy 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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052 A Playful Christmas: Understanding Your Child’s Play for Calm, Joyful Holidays
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9:50Is 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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The Soft Girl’s Guide to Resetting Her Energy 🌙 Magic Monday
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16:59A 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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A fight for forests as the world gathers in the Amazon
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24:55There are protests and promises at this year’s UN climate conference, which is in full swing now in Brazil’s rainforest. Can the international spotlight lead to real change for the threatened ecosystem? We examine a new plan to pay countries for preserving tropical forests, and hear calls from Indigenous leaders and an advocate to scale back oil an…
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Quantum Jumping for Manifesting and Meeting the Other You 👁️🌀 Freaky Friday
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15:49In 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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156. God, Guilt, and Getting Rid of Stuff as a Busy Mom
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11:59Hey 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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Pope Leo, a climate ‘action hero’? The Terminator thinks so.
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27:36If Arnold Schwarzenegger tells you to fight climate change, are you going to listen? He has joined Pope Leo XIV and other religious leaders in challenging the faithful to demand their governments take substantive steps to “terminate” harmful emissions. A Canadian Cardinal who helped craft Vatican climate policy and a Muslim scholar who worked on an…
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The Power of Planetary Days: Witchy Rhythms for Modern Life 🪐 Witchy Wedneday
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20:01Our 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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051 Nourishing Nutrition for Mums: Preconception to Postpartum with Hannah Eriksen
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26:56How 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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Episode 26: Healing from a Toxic relationships
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15:47Send 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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The Body Keeps the Rhythm: Moving Through a Stressful Season with Grace ✨ Magic Monday
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17:24I'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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Can Canada have it all when it comes to fighting climate change and fossil fuel extraction? That appears to be the goal in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget. But Climate Minister Julie Dabrusin says Canada still has cred in the fight to lower emissions, as she heads to the UN’s climate conference in Brazil. Then, we hear what’s at stake as …
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Holographic Universe & Manifesting Inside It 🌌 Freaky Friday
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12:23What 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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To tax, but who to tax, that is the question
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34:49With 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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155. From Chaos to Calling: When God Uses Your Mess for Ministry (for the Overwhelmed Mom)
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14:01Hey 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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Can you actually invest green and make money?
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27:28When Rick and Lori Findlay decided to divest from fossil fuels, their advisor told them they couldn’t get the returns they wanted. The Toronto-based couple wants their money choices to both reflect their values and ensure financial stability. Producer Molly Segal follows their story and gets tips on how to make your money work for you and the clima…
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Mercury Retrograde But Make it Gentle & Taurus Full Moon Aftermath 🌕 Witchy Wednesday
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18:21We’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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050 Create a Connected, Calm, and Joy-Filled Christmas with Your Child
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20:56What 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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Choosing Yourself & How the Universe Meets You at Your Level of Self-Trust 💫 Magic Monday
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19:41Sometimes 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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Will Hurricane Melissa spur the world to pay up for climate?
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24:40As Jamaica moves to rebuild after the storm, the world prepares to gather for its annual climate conference. And amid the stories of death and destruction, Caribbean nations are urging richer countries to help them adapt to climate change. We hear from climate leaders in the Caribbean about what Jamaica is doing to safeguard itself against hurrican…
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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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