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Our Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal LiberationThe Hen Report: “A Relatively Uncontroversial Proposition” | Animal Rights Strategy with Michael DorfThis episode features a conversation with Michael Dorf, Cornell Law School professor and animal advocate, who shares insights from his presentations at Vegan Summerfest. Jasmin and Mariann discuss their upcoming “staycation” plans while reflecting on the early days of Our Hen House. This episode explores: How human rights frameworks can be applied to animal rights advocacy The nationwide shelter crisis and the “Clear the Shelters” initiative happening throughout August Storytelling as a tool for social change in the animal rights movement Michael Dorf’s perspective on activism approaches for different personality types Remember to support...
2025-08-141h 30
B.O.O.S.T. PodcastThe Messy Magic of Human Connection: Alison Sullivan on Mental Health & Leadership | EP159How can business leaders strengthen relationships, navigate challenges, and maintain balance—all while staying true to themselves? In this episode, we chat with Alison Sullivan, a therapist, speaker, and consultant who has helped hundreds of women reclaim their voices and align with their deepest dreams.Alison shares powerful insights on integrating mental health principles into professional relationships, overcoming obstacles, and the transformative impact of self-care. If you're looking to lead with authenticity and build meaningful connections, this conversation is a must-listen.LinkedIn: https://alisonsintegrativehealth.org/ Website: https://alisonsintegrativehealth.org/ Let's Stay...
2025-07-1015 min
Octothorpe136: When Do You Not Want to Talk About Games?John is ambivalent, Alison is against, and Liz is hangry.
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Content warnings this episode: None
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Ali Baker Brooks (Facebook)
Chris Garcia (email)
2008 Worldcon site selection
Farah Mendlesohn (email)
Dream Foundry
The original announcement of the Carole Goldman Fund
Con or Bust
“If you are Palestinian, or identify as a...
2025-06-051h 08
Startup PhysiciansFrom ER to Executive: Scaling Startups and Redefining Physician Leadership with Dr. Pam SullivanIn this episode of the Startup Physicians podcast, Dr. Pam Sullivan shares her unique journey from physical therapy to emergency medicine and ultimately to leadership roles in healthcare startups. She discusses the challenges and opportunities she faced as a woman in medicine, her transition into leadership, and her pivotal experiences in scaling operations at Landmark. Dr. Sullivan emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the need for adaptability in startups, and offers valuable advice for physicians considering career changes.Episode Highlights[00:00] - Introduction to Startup Dynamics[02:24] - Pam Sullivan's Unique Career Path[07:37...
2025-06-0430 min
Octothorpe135: Very Slightly SoggierAlison describes her perfect almond croissant.
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Idea, ed. Geri Sullivan
Lune Croissanterie
Chocolatine
Blondies
Ado Campeol died in 2021
Pink Lane Bakery
Credits
Cover art: “Almond Croissant Engineering” by Alison Scott
Alt text: A blueprint of an almond croissant with “Octothorpe 135” written at the top and “almond croissant...
2025-05-2315 min
Limitless Ladies Network - Helping Women Build Holistic Self-Care and Well-being.Limitless Ladies Network LLC - Eps18 -Tactics for Self ProtectionAlison Sullivan, retired detective, discusses tactical solutions to setting personnel boundaries and protecting yourself or a loved one when dating or out on the town.
This episode is sponsored by Soroptimist International of Willimantic, CT.
Soroptimist International of Willimantic, is a volunteer organization dedicated to women's education and empowerment. It celebrates its almost 60 years of helping women through programs like the Live Your Dream Award and DREAM Grant. Consider joining and support the ladies of our community or find another club near you. https://www.soroptimistwillimantic.org/
2025-04-1130 min
The Rational EgoistBeing a Female Cop – with Alison SullivanBeing a Female Cop – with Alison SullivanMichael speaks with Alison Sullivan, a retired detective with 20 years of service on the police force. They discuss her experiences as a female officer, the challenges of law enforcement, and how policing has evolved over the years.Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand’s philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist comm...
2025-02-1951 min
The Dishcast with Andrew SullivanJon Rauch On Evangelical ChristianismThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comJon and I go way back to the early days of the marriage movement. He’s currently a senior fellow at Brookings and a contributor editor at The Atlantic. He’s the author of many books, including Kindly Inquisitors, The Happiness Curve, and The Constitution of Knowledge — which we discussed on the Dishcast in 2021. His new book is Cross Purposes: Christianity’s Broken Bargain with Democracy.For two clips of our convo — on fear-based Christianity, and the growing tolerance of gays by...
2025-02-1448 min
Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators14. A Literacy Coach's Role & Responsibilities with Alison Kantor (Literacy Coaching Conversations Series - Part 7)We’re wrapping up this Literacy Coaching Conversations series with my good friend and colleague, Alison Kantor, a literacy coach and Orton-Gillingham trainer, to discuss the unique and impactful role of a literacy coach. Alison shares her journey from classroom teacher to literacy coach, her daily responsibilities, and her strategies for supporting teachers as they navigate the shift from Balanced Literacy to Structured Literacy. Whether you’re a new coach or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration.Key Takeaways:A Day in the Life of a Literacy CoachBuilding Trust with Teac...
2024-12-1330 min
Ultraviolet Art TalksUltraviolet Art Talks Season 6 EP1 Alison PilkingtonOn this episode, Caren Sullivan talks to artist Alison Pilkington in 2020.Alison Pilkington in her own words;"In my painting practice I tap into my inner world and personal experiences to conjure up strange and unsettling worlds where all is not entirely at ease. Humour, the absurd and private jokes abound in strange unsettling landscapes. Bizarre figures are recurring motifs. They can be viewed as tragi-comic and quasi- philosophical in tone. I strive to communicate a range of thoughts and emotions through the medium of painting. My work draws from a...
2024-11-2314 min
Octothorpe119: Only One of Them Is My Bludgeoning Hand, JohnJohn is not assigning blame, Alison is someone, and Liz is bludgeoning.
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Content warnings this episode: Sexual assault (Neil Gaiman allegations, at 39:28 to 42:02).
Letters of comment
Niall Harrison
On our Hugo win/recusing
Andy on Mastodon
Chris Garcia
Meg MacDonald
Perianne Lurie
Renay
Sandra Bond’s poem
On in...
2024-09-261h 02
Talking Early Years with June O'SullivanTalking Early Years: June O'Sullivan and Alison ClarkSlow Pedagogy Slow pedagogy calls for compassion where we actively do something to address suffering. During Covid, the LEYF staff running our 15 nurseries for key workers had a call with me at 3pm every day. I looked forward to our chats and it wasn’t long until they we talking about how the reduction in numbers of children, time to play, less curricular demands and fewer wider issues was positively impacting on the children and they in turn were slowing down the pedagogy to allow the children time to just enjoy being children.Let...
2024-09-0930 min
Starzology Astrology108. Top 10 ADVANCED Astrology BOOKS: 🧡 Advanced Natal AstrologySend us a textWhen you start learning astrology there are many books to choose from, but by the time you get to the advanced stage of chart reading your book choices become more focussed. In this audio only episode, Alison and Arwynne suggest their favourite ADVANCED ASTROLOGY BOOKS for you.YOUR HOSTS⠀Find Alison at StarzologyFind Arwynne at MsPink⠀ ⭐️ EPISODE RESOURCES ⭐️Advanced Astrology BooksEclipses by Celeste Teal Midpoints by Don McBroom The Ou...
2024-07-1437 min
Octothorpe113: I Realised Too Late What I Had DoneJohn is doing Discord, Liz is doing programme, and Alison isn’t working on the Worldcon.
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Karen Schaffer
Peach and bourbon pie
Chris Garcia
Peter Sullivan
Kat Kourbeti
Facebook
Farah Mendlesohn
Mike Scott
The Great Paladin Hunt by Mike Brunton
Malcolm Hutchison
Jonny Ba...
2024-07-0453 min
Octothorpe112: Ceilidhs I Have Been to Are Not, Generally Speaking, CompetitiveJohn was gaming, Alison was dancing, and Liz was batty.
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Content warnings this episode: Wealth privilege (chapter 3)
Letters of comment
Chris Garcia
Curt Phillips
Starter Villain review
David Ian Salter
Ersatz Culture
Peter Sullivan
Sandra Bond
Levitation (Eastercon 2024)
Post-convention report
FunCon
Alan Fleming’s report
UK Games Expo
Glasgow 2024 (Worldcon 2024)
Site se...
2024-06-2158 min
Octothorpe101: John Has Developed Precognitive AbilitiesJohn is self-promoting, Alison ”doesn’t have COVID”, and Liz is distracting.
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Content warnings this episode: large power and age differentials in sexual relationships (John’s pick)
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Chris Garcia
Niall Harrison
Adam Roberts on romantasy
A website called “pudding.cool”
Geri Sullivan
Bridget Bradshaw
TrishEM says congratulations
Dave Mansfield
Upcoming conventions which aren’t Worldcon
Triple Time!, the 34t...
2024-01-1852 min
Solicited Advice with Alison RomanAlison Gives Advice with Jenn SullivanThe holidays are special and so is this week's episode. There’s a change up inside Riverside (read: the recording studio) and Alison is joined by journalist, skincare and skin health guru, host of the podcast Fat Mascara, and producer of Solicited Advice (!) - our very own, Jenn Sullivan. Alison and Jenn talk through causes and solutions for creative ruts (they happen!) and answer a call from a very special, surprise caller. Listen to find out who charms us. Call 856-502-4816 to solicit advice on a future episode. Production by Redd Rock Music. Solicited Advice is brought to you with dis...
2023-12-211h 06
Octothorpe98: Finally, ManitobaJohn thinks it’s grandfathered in, Alison doesn’t think it’s SF, and Sandra is Liz.
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Content warnings this episode: None
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Chris Garcia
Curt Phillips
Where to buy Moon (USA, UK)
If you know of websites that do this in other countries, let John know!
Mark Plummer
The full text of Mark Plummer’s and Leigh Ed...
2023-12-0759 min
Mom Cooks Fast and SlowFunctional Medicine & Autoimmune Diseases w/ Alison Schechter, RDNToday, I have Alison Schechter with me to discuss Functional Medicine. Ali is a Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN) and a lifetime best friend of mine. We discuss how functional medicine looks at and treats the whole person versus traditional medicine, how important food is when it comes to mental and physical health, and Ali’s own personal battle with Crohns disease and how she has managed to tame it now for 13 years. In a time when chronic disease in America is increasing significantly, I thought this was a super interesting and informative conversation to have. I hope you enjoy!
2023-10-0935 min
Octothorpe92: Shouting From Inside the RoomJohn went to Reno, Alison went to San Francisco, and Liz went to Chicago.
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Content warnings this episode: Murder and sexual violence (chapter 4)
Letters of comment
Chris Garcia
Dave Mansfield
Duncan MacGregor
Ersatz Culture
Irwin Hirsch
Juan Sanmiguel
Nick Hubble
Peter Sullivan
ConFrancisco
Ansible 75 (October 1993)
File 770’s Worldcon Wayback Machine:
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Chengdu is a shower
The Hugo Voter Pa...
2023-09-1747 min
How Fitting: design a slow fashion business that fitsOutshining Skin Cancer in Style with Erica Sullivan Feggeler of Low UltravioletIn episode 75, Erica Sullivan Feggeler dives into how the sun-protective apparel brand idea she put together for a university business pitch competition her senior year has expanded its mission, product line, and impact. 2.5 years later, Low Ultraviolet is making waves in the UPF50 clothing market and creating a community that outshines skin cancer.
Erica is the founder and CEO of Low Ultraviolet (L.U.V.), a safe and fashionable UPF 50+ clothing brand on a mission to educate and protect the public from skin cancer. L.U.V. was founded in December 2019, a year after Erica's mom was d...
2023-08-0156 min
Octothorpe87: We Didn’t Imagine the Third OptionJohn isn’t picky, Alison is in a field, and Liz is very hungry.
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Abigail Nussbaum
Chris Garcia
Karen Schaeffer
Malcolm Hutchison
Peter Sullivan
Raj
We might have Tweets of comment but who knows?
Chengdu is a shower
Moar Hugo award delays
Now you see them, now you don’t
This episode will go live when the Hugo finalists do
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2023-07-0649 min
The Company of Dads PodcastEP63: Why A Senior Tech Exec Gives Credit To Her HusbandInterview With Alison Graham, Global Exec, Lead Dad AdvocateHOSTED BY PAUL SULLIVANAlison Graham, a native Australian, came to the States 25 years ago and has had a remarkable career in tech - Unisys. Computer Associates. IBM. Salesforce. Amazon Web Services. She credits her Lead Dad husband - who was also working in tech - with being the go-to parent when she was traveling at different times in her career. Hear what he did that mattered. ---Get our free newsletter covering all things fatherhood delivered straight t...
2023-04-0429 min
The Dishcast with Andrew SullivanJames Alison On ChristianityThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comJames is a Roman Catholic priest, theologian and writer. His life’s work has been the application of the thought of René Girard — the French theoretician of desire and violence — to the understanding of basic Christianity. He has also stood up for truthfulness about gays and lesbians in the life of the Church; and has been a good friend for many years. Among his many books are The Joy of Being Wrong, Faith Beyond Resentment: Fragments Catholic and Gay, and Jesus the For...
2023-03-1753 min
Beauty Pro Wellness Podcast41: Somatic Coaching for Entrepreneurs & Living a Joyful LifeHow can somatic coaching help you as an entrepreneur and in your life? Alison Reeves joins me in today’s episode to share how learning about nervous system regulation and Somatic practices changed her business, income and life. In this episode:- Tumbling into burnout after massive success- The pivotal time when Alison realized nervous system regulation and Somatics were the missing ingredient.- The nervous system & window of tolerance + income- How Somatic & nervous system work h...
2023-02-0244 min
Octothorpe71: Just Nearly Froze to DeathJohn is on the Holodeck, Alison is in the past, and Liz is at school.
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Content warnings this episode: COVID-19 (chapter 5)
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Chris Garcia
Jonny Baddeley
Farah Mendlesohn
Peter Sullivan
Raj
Locus fundraiser
Novacon
Satellite 8
Picks:
John: Star Wars Trek: The Next Generation
Alison: Genre Fiction: The Roaring Years by Peter Nicholls
Liz: The Golden Enclaves by Naomi Novik
Credits
Cover art: Cat Detectives by Alison Scott
Alt text: John...
2022-11-2441 min
Big Little Small TalkRemembrance Day SpecialJoin us for a special Big Little Small Talk as we commemorate Remembrance Day by bringing you interviews from the 2021 Remembrance Day Service at the Drayton War Cemetery. You will hear from Mike Gowdie from Harlaxton RSL Brass Band Inc. & Veteran Advocate Alison Witenden. Recorded 11 November 2021
2022-11-1147 min
Octothorpe70: OhJohn is logging in, Alison is getting emails, and Liz is collecting Pokémon.
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Content warnings this episode: War in Ukraine (chapter 5)
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Esther MacCallum-Stewart
Mark Plummer
Nicholas Whyte
Karen Schaffer
Peter Sullivan
Raj
Arthur C Clarke Award winners
First Nations Travel Fund
World Fantasy Con will be in Birmingham in 2025
Chengdu Worldcon
Picks:
John: Moon Knight vol. 9 (Marvel Unlimited) and Werewolf By Night (Disney+)
Alison: Swimming in t...
2022-11-1044 min
The Remedial Herstory PodcastS2E43: How should we define female friendships in the 19th century? with Dr. Alison EffordIn this Episode, Kelsie and Brooke chat with Dr. Alison Efford about two women who's intimate relationship in the Civil War era has helped historians to understand female sexuality in the period. He research explores the correspondence between Mathilde Franziska Anneke, a German American abolitionist and suffragist, and her intense, cohabiting romantic friendship with Mary Booth. Join us!
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2022-06-1331 min
We Read It One NightEp. 26 - The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie by Jennifer AshleyHey pals! Today, we’re raving over THE MADNESS OF LORD IAN MACKENZIE by Jennifer Ashley. We meet Lord Ian Mackenzie, the youngest son of a duke and a hero who has had it more than rough because he's on the autism spectrum in the Victorian Era. Ian very shortly meets Beth and is obsessed with her from minute one. Beth, luckily, feels the same way, and these two kids fall in love, have lots of steamy nights, and solve a murder or two before holding hands and skipping off into their happily ever after.
Brazen banter: How...
2022-04-261h 28
Very Nearly AlmostAlison Lee on the Alopecia Justice League & Never Being Too Young to Implement ChangeThe teen years can be some of the toughest to face having alopecia, but Alison Lee has taken her story of self-love and turned it into a mission to advocate for others. In this episode, Lindsey speaks with the 16-year-old about co-founding the Alopecia Justice League together, her early alopecia days and even the alopecia rom-com she wrote.
2022-04-2234 min
Create Your PurposeCraft the Good Life with Alison SullivanAlison Sullivan has been on a JOURNEY the past few years. From a high school math teacher to stay-at-home mom to craft YouTuber, she suddenly found herself thrust into entrepreneurship. Born from her innate drive to teach others, she founded Tumbler Maker Academy, where she helps creatives make beautiful glitter tumblers! Listen to hear her story from teacher to YouTuber, how she balances 2 small kids and a business, and the ways she works to "craft the good life." Purchase my IG Canva pack here! Listeners get $5 off with code PODCAST. https://quinntempest.com/i...
2022-03-3152 min
Sitcom Archive Deep Dive Overdrive (SADDO)S03E08 - Not On My Birthday (Dear John S02E01)We're into Series 2, and John Sullivan clearly thinks an extensive recap (in the form of John's inner monologue) is needed to remind us all what we're watching!Meanwhile, Kirk's nose is put out of joint when Tosh from the Bill shows up and starts acting Billy Big Bollocks, and we take a look at the cost of Cameo messages from old sitcom stars...#saddo #dearjohn #cameo #toshfromthebillVisit us at saddo.club to view the corresponding episode notes page, read our blog posts and take our sitcom quizzes!Support this...
2022-03-1657 min
Octothorpe52: Who’s Robert Picardo?John, Alison and Liz have been nominated for a BSFA Award! (Also, Liz is on holiday, naturally.)
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Chris Garcia
The Flying Fantastical Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore
Peter Sullivan
Chris for TAFF
Kin-Ming Looi
Duncan MacGregor
Lori Anderson
Hugo deadline is March 15th
We recommended some things on Cora Buhlert’s blog
Tears of the Anaren by C. W. Longbottom
Eastercon: What do you wa...
2022-03-0357 min
Octothorpe51: Make TAFF a Four-Way TieJohn is a spoilsport, Alison is promoting and Liz might come to Eastercon.
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Content warnings this episode: COVID-19 (chapter 2), Spider-Man: No Way Home casting spoilers (chapter 6)
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Chris Garcia
Ali Baker
Mark Plummer
TAFF ebooks
Geri Sullivan
TAFF administrators’ FAQ
COVID-19
Reclamation are requiring vaccination for all attendees
Hotel bookings are open, and the booking code has gone out to members
Podcast corner:
The Incomparable Gameshow
The Incomparable #600
Become the Te...
2022-02-1756 min
Mindfulbiz PodcastWholesome Market is changing the way we shop with Alene SullivanAlene Sullivan is a start-up co-founder who launched a revolutionary grocery company that flips the current model on its head.Health food is notoriously expensive, however Alene and her business partner, Jerry Li created a solution to make it more affordable for everyone. Wholesome Market is a membership model that offers members 15-50% off their groceries, saving members around $385 per year! Additionally for every membership, they donate the equivalent of 5 x meals through Oz Harvest to Aussies in need.In this Mindfulbiz Podcast episode, Business Coach Alison Morgan speaks with Alene about how the platforms saves money off your grocery...
2022-02-1724 min
Octothorpe50: This is How Boxing Championships WorkJohn is exchanging, Alison is rekindling her sensawunda, and Liz is watching the builders.
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We are fifty! That’s kind of unbelievable.
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2022-02-0359 min
Talking D&TTD&T090 Talking sustainable textiles with Helen O'SullivanSend me a message.Helen is a national leader in sustainable fashion and brings this into the D&T curriculum and her teaching through her websites and programme.Episode transcriptMentioned in this episodeSustFashWalesIf you like the podcast, you can always buy me a coffee to say 'thanks!'Please offer your feedback about the show or ideas for future episodes and topics by connecting with me on Twitter @hardy_alison or by emailing me.If you listen...
2022-01-2532 min
Sitcom Archive Deep Dive Overdrive (SADDO)Series 3 Trailer (Dear John)It's Series 3 of the SADDO podcast!And in this series of The Sitcom Archive Deep Dive Overdrive we're leaping headlong into the 1980s to visit the 1-2-1 club with the waifs and strays of John Sullivan's Dear John!Here's a little of what you can expect....Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sitcom-archive-deep-dive-overdrive/donations
2022-01-1701 min
Happiness through Hardship73. Dr. Lorenzo Cohen & Alison Jeffries: Transform Your Life & Health - Touched by Cancer or NotDo you want to feel vibrant, look your best and perhaps save your life? On this week's episode of “Happiness through Hardship” – The Podcast we dive into a past episode that can help you do just that, whether you're touched by cancer or not!
I’m honored to re-release this episode with husband/wife duo, Dr. Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jeffries and co-authors of “Anticancer Living – Transform Your Life and Health with the Mix of Six.” Together they have helped many people, including me, thrive with cancer, cope with chronic illnesses and feel their very best!
I've listened to this episode over s...
2022-01-1258 min
Integration NationBonus Episode: Both Empowerment & Community with Dr. Brian Keenan, ND, LAcAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA, has a discussion about the Both / And of Empowerment & Community with Dr. Brian Keenan, a naturopathic doctor whose goal is to serve as many people as he can through the utilization of mind-body practices, botanical medicines, and targeted nutraceutical supplementation when needed.
2021-12-1450 min
Hooked On StartupsAlison Lumbatis – Founder of Get Your Pretty On, Entrepreneur, Author, and Empowerment InfluencerFashion is more than just about clothes, and being an influencer is more than just having followers. Today's guest is an empowerment influencer who grew her following organically by helping women gain confidence through clothes! Alison Lumbatis is the founder of Get Your Pretty On and the creator of the #1 online capsule wardrobe building program in the world, Outfit Formulas. After going through a rut after leaving the corporate world of engineering, Alison found that having the right formula to piece an outfit impacted her life in more ways than one. Now, she's helping other women realize the same. Tune...
2021-10-0744 min
Integration NationIdentity Series SummaryIn this episode of Integration Nation Alison wraps up the theme for Season 3: Intersectional Identity. Alison, a licensed clinical social worker in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, uses personal experiences to equip listeners with integrative mental health tools to overcome adverse experiences.
2021-09-2911 min
Elementary, My DearsEMD 013 - The Red Team OR Memento CheeseGeorge and Alison are joined by comedian, drag artist, and TikTok sensation, Christopher Ryan Stamey, to discuss Elementary's 13th episode.Episode logline:Holmes discovers a man running an internet conspiracy site is dead. As he follows the chain of clues, he becomes aware of the "Red Team" and the trail leads him further down the rabbit hole than he ever imagined.Social Media:Elementary My Dears on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookRyan on TikTok and Instagram Show Notes:Read up on the Illuminati and try n...
2021-07-072h 04
Integration NationGender Identity with Dara Hoffman-FoxAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA, has a discussion about Gender identity with Dara Hoffman-Fox a renowned therapist who specializes is in Gender Identity.
2021-06-251h 14
The Florida Writer PodcastFinding Unique Ways to Create Authentic Settings with Nancy Nau SullivanUsing your own experiences is a great way to create immersive settings. In this Florida Writer Podcast episode, Nancy Nau Sullivan gives her unique spin on how to find authenticity in settings. Nancy is a writer of memoir, mystery, and a novel about a woman who teaches in a boys’ prison. The novel, THE BOYS OF ALPHA BLOCK, was published in April. SAVING TUNA STREET, the first in a mystery series is nominated for best mystery of 2020 at Foreword Reviews. Second in the series, TROUBLE DOWN MEXICO WAY, launches June 29, 2021. Nancy promises to take her amateur sleuth, Blanc...
2021-06-0522 minFlorida Writer PodcastFinding Unique Ways to Create Authentic Settings with Nancy Nau SullivanUsing your own experiences is a great way to create immersive settings. In this Florida Writer Podcast episode, Nancy Nau Sullivan gives her unique spin on how to find authenticity in settings. Nancy is a writer of memoir, mystery, and a novel about a woman who teaches in a boys’ prison. The novel, THE BOYS OF ALPHA BLOCK, was published in April. SAVING TUNA STREET, the first in a mystery series is nominated for best mystery of 2020 at Foreword Reviews. Second in the series, TROUBLE DOWN MEXICO WAY, launches June 29, 2021. Nancy promises to take her amateur sleuth, Blanc...
2021-06-0522 min
Re-Solved Mysteries: An Unsolved Mysteries PodcastListener Short Stack 25You write it, we read it! On this LSS, our listeners tell us about Munchhausen Syndrome, a badass little girl who brought down a serial killer, a possible serial killer in Southern New Jersey and the importance of MaWMaW! Thanks again to Andy from Plum Deluxe Tea, check out their amazing teas at plumdeluxe.com/teashop.Get ad free episodes, two extra episodes a month and early access on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/resolvedmysteriespodcastSupport us: https://resolvedmysteriespodcast.com/advertising-supportOooooh get that sweeeeeeeet RM merch, honeys! https://resolvedmysteriespodcast.com/merchFollow us!...
2021-05-2138 min
Historical Fiction: UnpackedHistory Is Beside Us–with Mark SullivanMark Sullivan is the #1 bestselling author of eighteen novels, including Beneath a Scarlet Sky, which has been published in 37 languages and is being developed as a seven-part limited series. His newest book, The Last Green Valley, is releasing May 4. Pictured behind Mark in the photo is the green valley from his novel.
On the podcast today, Mark and I discuss his latest book, his changing career, the plans to make Beneath a Scarlet Sky into a miniseries, and what he’s working on next.
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2021-04-2932 min
Integration NationSelf-AwarenessIn this series of mini episodes, Alison Sullivan, LCSW of Fredericksburg VA, talks about mindfulness based concepts to provide you with additional insight into tools that will help you do the identity work that we talk about in our full length episodes from season 3.
2021-04-0211 min
Re-Solved Mysteries: An Unsolved Mysteries PodcastTchotchke Dream S3E14Alison discusses the obvious murder of Debbie Wolfe and evidence that law enforcement ignored. Eliza tells us about Conradina Olson, a mother who went missing. Karlin wraps it up with the search for Geoffrey Sullivan.This episode is sponsored by Hello Fresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/mysteries80 and use code MYSTERIES80 to get $80 off-including free shippingGet ad free episodes, early access & two bonus episodes a month on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/resolvedmysteriespodcastSupport us: https://resolvedmysteriespodcast.com/advertising-supportFollow us!IG @resolvedmysteriespodcastFacebook @resolvethepodTwitter @resolvethepodHave a favorite...
2021-01-181h 51
Happiness through Hardship31. Dr. Lorenzo Cohen & Alison Jeffries: Anticancer Living - Transform Your Life with the Mix of SixDo you want to feel vibrant, look your best and perhaps save your life? This week's guests on "Happiness through Hardship" - The Podcast can help you do just that! I'm honored to share this episode with husband and wife duo and co-authors of "Anticancer Living - Transform Your Life and Health with the Mix of Six," who have helped many people, including me, thrive with cancer, cope with other chronic illnesses and feel their very best!
This is a must-listen episode - the conversation is filled with enlightening facts and incredibly inspiring information. After my second cancer diagnosis, I...
2021-01-0758 min![[CLIC] Connect](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded/3093554/3093554-1645813557376-39c666dd6d329.jpg)
[CLIC] ConnectAlison Sansone of Qualiant MediaIt ia a pleasure to welcome Alison Sansone of Qualiant Media to the [CLIC] Podcast and the conversation. We are discussing "Operation Resiliency" a charity campaign spearheaded by Windosr Hospitality on the Golden Rule Charity platform to help the Hospitality Industry. Thank you Alison, Windsor Hospitality.... If you can please make a donation. This episode is Presented by Bruce Ford and Lodging Econometrics. Happy Holidays.... Remember to be nice, share your knowledge and right after this podcast go be amazing......
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2020-12-2218 min
Integration NationMy Story- Trauma & Professional Identity with Valerie AshleyAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA, has a discussion about professional identity in general and how trauma can impact that with Valerie Ashley, a trauma-focused career counselor based in Philadelphia, PA.
2020-09-3058 min
Ignite Ur Wellness Business48. Integrating Yoga, the Nervous System & Physical Therapy for Pain ReductionIf you have heard about the benefits of yoga, maybe even experienced them yourself you will love this episode because it will inspire you to stay on track. In this episode I interview Marysla Sullivan, physical therapist, yoga therapist and professor. In this episode you will learn how yoga is more than just the physical postures, and how these areas can really impact your life and health. In this episode we go over:
-How to create more authenticity and contentment in life
-Understand how dharma can influence how you feel in your body
-How do we cultivate greater meaning and purpose which then improves how we feel
2020-07-2828 minThe Remedial Herstory PodcastS1E1: Our StoryIn this episode Kelsie and Brooke introduce themselves and the hysterical way they came together and explain the aims of this podcast: to figure out why women aren't in history curriculum and put them in.
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2020-07-2529 min
Re-Solved Mysteries: An Unsolved Mysteries PodcastListener Short Stack 15You write, we read it! In this episode we discuss the unsolved mystery of the missing tree, crop circles, Ogopogo, the back story of Georgia Ann Rudolph's psychic abilities and an update on Matthew and Elizabeth Sullivan.Episode Notes: https://www.mariettatimes.com/news/local-news/2014/11/jack-mccrady-denied-parole/ https://www.chaostrophic.com/10-police-investigations-aided-psychics-creepy-aftermaths/ https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/verdict-expected-in-murder-trial-for-ex-navy-man-accused-of-killing-wife/2284986/ https://www.apmreports.org/in-the-dark/season-two https://www.npr.org/2018/06/19/621269610/in-the-dark-examines-death-row-case-of-curtis-flowers https://www.apmreports.org/story/2019/12/16/curtis-flowers-bail https://www.apmreports.org/story/2019/06/21/curtis-flowers-wins-scotus-appeal https://panow.com/2015/06/01/video-more-large-snake-sightings-in-lake-diefenbaker/ https://www.howtopronounce.com/diefenbaker https://www.google.ca/amp/s/dictionary.cambridge.org/amp/p...
2020-05-2830 min
Integration NationBonus Episode; Working People In Grief With Valerie AshleyBonus Episode of Integration Nation where Fredericksburg’s Alison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Valerie Ashley, Career Therapist, dive into COVID-19 and the stages of trauma associated with job loss.
2020-05-2247 min
Integration NationMeditation Happy Hour With Alana WeathersbeeIn this special live recorded episode Alison Sullivan, LCSW & Alana Weathersbee of Dragonfly Yoga Studio host a Meditation Happy Hour where they discuss the impacts of this global crisis on individual lives and provide meditation and deep relaxation exercises to manage stress. *We are committed to the mission of Integration Nation, building community through education about integrative mental health concepts and practices and seek to deliver the highest level of content possible. Due to recording live we were unable to use specific audio equipment leading to a few audio issues. We’ve done our best to...
2020-05-0852 min
Integration NationSelf-ReflectionIn this series of mini episodes, Alison Sullivan, LCSW of Fredericksburg VA, talks about mindfulness based concepts to provide you with additional insight into tools that will help you do the identity work that we talk about in our full length episodes from season 3.
2020-03-2005 min
Integration NationSelf-InquiryIn this new series of mini episodes Alison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Fredericksburg VA, talks about mindfulness based concepts to provide you with additional insight into tools that will help you do the identity work that we talk about in our full length episodes from season 3.
2020-03-0606 min
Integration NationMy Story- Parenting & Domestic Violence with Paige FlinkAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA, has a discussion about parenting & domestic violence with Paige Flink, CEO of The Family Place. The two discuss how domestic violence can impact parenting, family, and a person’s identity.
2020-02-2155 min
Fat MascaraEp. 194: Talking Food and Beauty with Alison RomanCookbook author and New York Times columnist Alison Roman has thoughts on post-breakup dye jobs, broth’s beauty benefits, hair vitamins, the best gel manicure, and the difference between Essie Clambake and Essie Geranium. Also on this episode: beauty news (the CROWN Act, the DevaCurl lawsuit, New York Fashion Week, and…Jess had her baby!). Plus, Jenn and Alison test gourmand fragrances and answer a listener question about self-care. Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: i...
2020-02-1940 min
Integration NationPsychological Self-CareAlison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Fredericksburg VA, discusses what psychological self-care looks like and how to apply it in one's own life and daily practices. A great way to care for yourself and your mental health in an integrative approach.
2020-02-0708 min
Integration NationMy Story- Our Breath with Alana WeathersbeeOur very first guest on the podcast EVER, Alana Weathersbee of Dragonfly Yoga Studio, returns in this episode to have a conversation with Alison, LCSW about our breath. Alana & Alison talk about our relationship with our breath and its impact on our mental, physical and emotional health. This conversation also addresses how our relationship with our breath impacts our intersectional identity.
2020-01-3135 min
Integration NationMy Story- Floundering with Haley MillsIn this not so short mini Alison Sullivan, Fredericksburg local Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has a conversation with the practice’s very own Marketing Director & Podcast Producer, Haley Mills. Haley and Alison talk about Floundering- the stage of transition, most acute in young adulthood that has characteristics of doubt, comparison, anger, and can be an important time of self-growth, & identity development.
2020-01-2433 min
Integration NationFinancial Self-CareAlison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Fredericksburg VA, discusses what financial self-care looks like and how to apply it in one's own life and daily practices. A great way to care for yourself and your mental health in an integrative approach.
2020-01-1706 min
Integration NationMy Story- Nutrition with Dr. Leslie KornOur relationship with nutrition largely impacts our physical, mental, & emotional health and well-being. In this episode Alison Sullivan, an integrative therapist based in Fredericksburg, VA, has a conversation with world-renowned nutrition expert Dr. Leslie Korn on our relationship with nutrition and its holistic impact.
2020-01-101h 02
Integration NationPhysical Self-CareAlison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from NOVA, discusses what physical self-care looks like and how to apply it in one's own life and daily practices. A great way to care for yourself and your mental health in an integrative approach.
2020-01-0308 min
Integration NationEmotional Self-CareAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA discusses what emotional self-care looks like and how to apply it in one's own life and daily practices. A great way to care for yourself and your mental health in an integrative approach.
2019-12-2706 min
Integration NationMy Story- Privilege & Isms with Caressa Cameron-JacksonPrivilege racism, sexism & more are discussed by Alison Sullivan, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, & Caressa Cameron-Jackson, former Miss America and local wedding planner in Fredericksburg, VA, in this episode. Alison & Caressa talk about how racism and privilege impact identity, connection, relationships and community.
2019-12-201h 05
Integration NationMy Story- Domestic Violence with Julie OwensAlison Sullivan, an integrative mental health therapist in Fredericksburg, VA, has a discussion about domestic violence with Julie Owens, who is a world renowned domestic violence expert & survivor. The two go in depth sharing their personal domestic violence experiences, address the different types of domestic violence and what it looks like, and how to safely handle domestic violence situations.
2019-12-131h 01
Integration NationRelational Self-CareAlison Sullivan, a psychotherapist in downtown Fredericksburg, VA discusses what self-care looks like and how to apply it in one's own life and daily practices. A great way to care for yourself and your mental health in an integrative approach.
2019-11-2707 min
Integration NationIntro to Season 3In this episode of Integration Nation Alison introduces the theme for Season 3: Intersectional Identity. Alison, a licensed clinical social worker in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, uses personal experiences to equip listeners with integrative mental health tools to overcome adverse experiences.
2019-11-1507 min
Integration NationMy Story- Childhood Trauma & ResiliencyIn this episode I share parts of my story to illustrate ACE’s, adverse childhood experiences, and discuss how childhood trauma can influence identity. We introduce our new segment, letters to myself, as a tool to reconnect with aspects of yourself across time.
2019-11-1522 min
Integration NationIntegrative Primary Care; Why it Matters with Dr. Vyonne Villarreal of Embracing HealthIn our season 2 closing episode we dive deep with Dr. V to explore why integrative primary care is so important as a core part of wellness. Dr. V explains how it is possible to restore health, how nutrition is vital to that outcome and how integrative blood work can and does help us care for our mental health. She’s full of knowledge, wit and super cool analogies that will stick with you.
2019-08-3037 min
Integration NationGrowth Mindset vs Fixed Mindset in RelationshipsDoes our mindset matter in our relationships? You bet! How we see our strengths and weaknesses AND how we deal with them determines a significant amount of our personal satisfaction and relationship satisfaction. Listen in to learn what growth and fixed mindsets are, how to notice them within yourself and your relationship and how to move toward a growth mindset.
2019-08-1630 min
Integration Nation216: Meeting Yourself Where You AreComparison is so tempting, especially when we are unsure of ourselves and of our abilities. Comparison is toxic. In this episode we unpack why comparison is toxic for our mental health and introduce ways to build self acceptance which help to empower you to shift into a limitless, empowered mindset.
2019-08-0231 min
Integration NationProtecting Your HeadspaceWe always hear how important it is to exercise and eat well to take care of ourselves, but what about caring for our minds? Psychological self-care, which involves protecting your head space, enables us to prevent ourselves from feeling like we are spinning out. In following with our mental health theme, this episode addresses the obstacles we face in developing self-awareness and in protecting our headspace,outlining how to overcome them.
2019-07-1928 min
Integration NationLetting Go of Limited ThinkingDo you find yourself saying, “No one told me I could, so I am not sure that I can…” Would you rather ask permission than forgiveness? Limited thinking and thought patterns cause us to withhold potential from ourselves & those around us which can cause our mental health and well-being to suffer. In this episode we address how to identify limited thinking and how to let go of it using the permission slip method. (Get the free Permission Slip Download).
2019-07-0529 min
Integration NationDr. Brian Keenan, N.D.- Herbal Healing 101Research suggests approximately 70% of people are using herbal supplements, so we are discussing the ESSENTIALS of herbs for mental health and wellness with Dr. Brian, a local Fredericksburg Naturopathic doctor. Learn how to include herbs in your mental wellness self-care basket safely, AND effectively.
2019-06-2135 min
Integration NationEmpathy- The Magic WandWe all want a magic wand for relationships, right? Empathy is just that, when we know how to have empathy with ourselves AND others it creates that deep feeling of being seen and understood. In this episode, we describe three types of empathy and also unpack empathy obstacles so you can learn what is blocking you from what you want. We have show notes on the website!
2019-06-0734 min
Integration NationListening Is A Super PowerWe all want superpowers right? I know I do. Listen in (haha get it) to this episode to get the insider info on why listening is a superpower and necessity to your mental health. Cultivate listening to cultivate connections and a deeper sense of self-love.
2019-05-2434 min
Integration NationBuilding Belonging with Support BeamsWe all want a place to belong and support along the way. This episode gets into recognizing and building support beams in your life, the things that literally hold your life up, that you can rely on to help bear the weight and hold the space of your life because that help us belong to ourselves and to others. Which is the good stuff. If you are in the downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia area (and even you are not) we mention some great meditation and mindfulness tools that you can take advantage of to support your mental health a...
2019-05-1030 min
Integration NationBoundary Isn’t a Bad WordBoundaries have a bad reputation in relationships, we want to change that. Boundaries help us connect safely, love securely and live with mutual respect. Learn the why’s and how to’s about boundaries in this important episode and level up your relationships with joy and enoughness. Free How To guide to download!
2019-04-2631 min
Integration NationBrian Lam- The Emotional Life of our BodyBrian Lam, the owner of Skin + Touch Therapy Spa in downtown Fredericksburg, VA. joins us to explore how to strengthen and balance your connection between your mental health and your body through massage. We talk crying, weird dreams after massage and how to use the experience to get comfortable with all the sensation and wisdom of your body.
2019-04-1528 min
Integration NationThe Low Down on Let DownIn this episode, discover how emotional literacy increases your sense of personal power in your life, your relationships and when life throws us the inevitable curveball. When we can decipher our emotions and emotional code we feel more secure and confident in ourselves and our mindsets. Emotional literacy is a mindful approach that can aid in meditation and your integrative health journey.
2019-03-2932 min
Integration NationBoth/And; The Lure of CertaintyIn this episode, learn how to reduce depression and anxiety by shifting your mindset away from either/or thinking to both/and. This shift can increase health, wellness and an authentic connection to yourself
2019-03-1529 min
Integration NationAlana Weathersbee- Coming Home To YourselfIn This episode we welcome our very first guest, Alana Weathersbee, a beloved yoga instructor at Dragonfly yoga studio in Fredericksburg, VA. We explore how developing a relationship with yoga can help people manage depression and anxiety by coming home to themselves.
2019-02-2734 min
Integration NationWho Cares About Self-Care, Isn’t it Boujee BS?Self care is getting a bad rap lately. Is it really selfish to take care of yourself? In this episode we talk about how it’s vital for all aspects of health.Start where you are and learn how to replenish your fuel tank to do all the important work in your life you are connected to.
2019-02-1429 min
Integration NationIs it kind to be nice?Is it kind to be nice? Or Nice to be kind? Both? Neither? Is this just word salad? In this episode we drill down into these concepts to empower people to connect and support themselves and others AUTHENTICALLY. Here’s a spoiler, nice isn’t necessarily kind.
2019-02-0129 min