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Reading Between Deadlines Podcastđ„ïž Stuck at Sea or Just Stuck? SWEPT AWAY by Beth OâLearyWelcome back to Reading Between Deadlines, the podcast where two authors read with the kind of energy usually reserved for stress-dreams about book launches. In this episode, Rachael Johns and Anthea Hodgson dive into Swept Away by Beth OâLearyâa bestselling author known for quirky, heartfelt rom-coms.But this one? Letâs just say, our anchors werenât the only things that didnât stay put.In this episode, we cover:đ Is this a fun high-concept romance⊠or an oil rig of far-fetched plot devices?đïž Why did they bang while the boat was sinking...2025-05-1337 min
Reading Between Deadlines PodcastThe Life Cycle of the Common Octopus: Come for the Castle, Stay for the Emotional DamageWelcome back to Reading Between Deadlines, the podcast where we devour books with the same chaotic energy we bring to deadline week. This week, Rachael Johns and Anthea Hodgson dive tentacle-first into The Life Cycle of the Common Octopusâa debut novel full of moody university students, Scottish castles, emotionally unavailable parents, and yes... actual octopus metaphors.Written by Emma Knight (co-founder of a fancy Canadian juice company and mysterious woman of few bios), this book swept us away with its atmosphere, aching honesty, and a twist that actually delivered.In this episode, we cover:đ° Old h...2025-03-2845 min
Reading Between Deadlines PodcastThe Bridges of Madison County: Kiss, Cry, or Call a Therapist?Welcome back to Reading Between Deadlines, where we devour books with the same unhinged enthusiasm as we write them. This week, Rachael Johns and Anthea Hodgson take on The Bridges of Madison Countyâthe love story that convinced an entire generation that cheating is fine as long as itâs poetic.Yes, itâs that 90s classic about a lonely farm wife, a broody photographer, and an affair so powerful it makes Francesca ditch all common sense and pine for decades. Romance? Tragedy? A cautionary tale for every book club member whoâs ever fantasised about their barista...2025-03-1341 min
Reading Between Deadlines PodcastIntermezzo? I Killed It the Way an Irish Book Would WantâGently, and With Whiskey đ„đš Book rants & wildly fluctuating opinions incoming! đšThis week, Rachael Johns and Anthea Hodgson take on Sally Rooneyâs latest, where two brothers navigate grief, romance, and existential dreadâall while occasionally playing chess.Along the way, we discuss:âïž The many, many chess metaphorsâhow far is too far?đ Why this book is giving Ulysses energy (but make it Rooney)đ A love triangle that had us screaming âjust pick someone already!âđ The existential crisis of two brothers navigating grief, relationships, and DublinAnd, of course, we rate it: Kiss, Kill, or Marry...2025-02-2744 min
Reading Between Deadlines PodcastShe put her hand where? ALL FOURS by Miranda Julyđ„ Watch it now Join authors Rachel Johns and Anthea Hodgson in their inaugural episode of 'Reading Between Deadlines,' where they dive into Miranda July's eyebrow-raising 'All Fours.' They debate the book's shock value, delve into its portrayal of midlife awakenings, and humorously dissect its outrageous moments. Don't miss their playful banter and honest critique as they rate the book on their unique 'Kiss, Kill, Marry' scale. Plus, get a sneak peek at upcoming reads and author interviews!â° Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Reading Between Deadlines00:42 Meet the Hosts: Rachel and Anthea...2025-01-1345 min
Shift by Alberta InnovatesBalancing entrepreneurship and mental health: insights from Anthea Sargeaunt of 2S WaterSend us a textJoin us on an enlightening journey into the world of entrepreneurship and mental health as we revisit an impactful conversation with Anthea Sargeaunt from 2S Water. Anthea opens up about her personal experiences and revelations during a CEO roundtable, where she discovered that issues like work-life imbalance and burnout are not just startup growing pains but persistent hurdles even for veteran leaders. Our discussion sheds light on the often-neglected mental health challenges faced by entrepreneurs and offers invaluable insights into fostering mental resilience and sustainable work habits.Anthea shares her strategies...2025-01-0609 min
Sex, Love & Everything In BetweenEp 91: From Corporate to Tantra w/ Anthea BalfourâI can have it all and nothing. I can be it all and nothing.âItâs not about controlling the moment; itâs about surrendering to the tension and letting it transform you. In this episode of Sex, Love & Everything in Between, Jacob gets raw and real with the incredible Anthea Balfour, a somatic psychotherapist and tantric healer, diving into the space where masculine strength meets vulnerability.Anthea shares how Tantra and shadow work guide us into meeting the scariest parts of ourselvesâour deepest fears, desires, and vulnerabilitiesâand how integrating this helps us heal...2024-10-021h 17
The Deep DiveEpisode 194: Thinking about Entanglement w/ Anthea LawsonPhilip welcomes Anthea Lawson, author of The Entangled Activist to The Deep Dive. In their conversation, they discuss the meaning and weight of the word activist and how to confront the limitations, contradictions and setbacks that come from working in activist spaces in order to better create an environment for change.
The Drop â The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings.
Philipâs Drop:
Queenmaker (Netflix)
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Doppleganger â Naomi Klein Special Guest: Anthea Lawson .2024-06-201h 18
Unframed PodcastS04 E01: âThe Art Worldâ with Anthea Pokroy and Nkgopoleng MoloiAfter a long hiatus, Unframed is back with Season 4 and host, Anthea Pokroy is joined by arts writer Nkgopoleng Moloi to co-host this season. Discover the intricate layers of the South African contemporary art scene, as they navigate through the diverse facets of the art ecosystem, from the artist studio to the gallery, the curator to the museum. Through considered conversations with established artists and industry experts, each episode delves deep into the complexities that shape the cultural narratives of South African art. In this introductory episode, Anthea and Nkgopoleng explore the fundamental question: What is the art world? Reflecting...2024-02-2929 min
ULTRA TALK by Arnaud Manzanini#290 Anthea Juin " Ătre blessĂ©e a Ă©tĂ© un soulagement ! "Bienvenue dans un nouvel Ă©pisode d'Ultra Talk, le podcast dĂ©diĂ© Ă la prĂ©paration mentale dans le monde du sport. Aujourd'hui, nous avons le plaisir de recevoir AnthĂ©a Juin, une coach et prĂ©paratrice mentale basĂ©e Ă Annecy. AnthĂ©a possĂšde un DiplĂŽme Universitaire en prĂ©paration mentale et psychologie du sport, et elle est passionnĂ©e par l'optimisation de la performance sportive tout en prĂ©servant l'Ă©quilibre et l'Ă©panouissement des athlĂštes.Performance : Plus qu'un simple motDans le domaine de la prĂ©paration mentale, la performance est un concept clĂ©...2024-01-311h 11
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionAncestral Healing - With Alicia SanabriaAbout AliciaAlicia M. Sanabria, MPSTransformational CatalystI was born in Havana, Cuba; lived in Madrid, Spain as a child before migrating to the UnitedStates. I grew up in New York City and have lived in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil since 1999. Iconsider myself a global citizen.I currently focus on the spiritual practices of African Matrix, Shamanism, Hinduism andBuddhism as a catalyst to bring light, well-being and peace to myself, others, communities,and the world.2023-10-181h 16
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionAligning with the gifts from the ancestors- With Anthea DurandIn this podcast I discuss the importance of connecting to the positive connections of our ancestors. This includes the amazing gifts that are available to you. The podcast also includes a powerful meditation to help you to connect to the amazing gifts that are available from your bloodline.About AntheaLondon-based Anthea Durand is a shamanic practitioner, alchemist, and nonfiction writer. An authority and expert on ancestral healing . If you would like to train in Ancestral Healing and go on to be an Ancestral Practitioner, please see her website for the dates of the...2023-10-0424 min
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionSym- Transforming breath into light. Interview with Kira ZhigalinaDuring this episode I interview Kira Zhigalina and explore her invention of Sym, an evolutionary interactive light which works with the breath to help with health and wellbeing.Kira Zhigalina is an award-winning artist turned entrepreneur. Her artistic intention has been to create expanding and emotionally connecting experiences for the audiences which are also aesthetically pleasing, through participation and interactivity. Inspired by a personal experience with breathwork, this intention manifested in her project Symbiosis, an interactive art installation that visualises breathing in light, using custom developed sensors and software. Since 2015 it has travelled...2023-09-2041 min
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionEmpowering your Ancestors and Yourself- With Anthea DurandEmpowering your ancestors and yourselfIn this episode I discuss the importance of aligning with your ancestral lineage, coming from a neutral position, and the importance of connecting with your gatekeepers on your ancestral lineage. I have included a powerful meditation to help you to connect with and align with your gatekeepers on your ancestral line, completing this process is healing and transformative.About AntheaLondon-based Anthea Durand is a shamanic practitioner, alchemist, and nonfiction writer. An authority and expert on ancestral healing . If you would like to t...2023-09-0620 min
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionWisdom from the Stars with Adargoma MejiasAbout this EpisodeIn this episode I interview Adargoma Mejias.Adargoma channels amazing wisdom from the stars which he is using to help humanity. In this interview we explore Adargoma evolutionary work, towards the end of the interview he will complete a powerful sound transmission from the stars to help the mind, so please listen to the end.Adargoma BioAdargoma has traversed many challenges and evolutions to become the astonishing man he is today. He has gone through places of great darkness and deep transformation to provide him with...2023-08-231h 06
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionBecoming the Alchemist- With Anthea DurandBioTodays Podcast - Becoming the AlchemistIn this podcast I will discuss Alchemy, what it is and its link to ancestral healing and evolution. I also include a powerful drumming transmission at the end to connect you to the primordial water of creation. I hope you enjoy.My BioLondon-based Anthea Durand is a shamanic practitioner, alchemist, and nonfiction writer. An authority and expert on ancestral healing Anthea published her first book, Illumination of the Shadow, Ancestral Wisdom From the Past for t...2023-08-0920 min
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionHealing the Burning Times- With Cali WhiteAbout CaliCali White is an ancestral healing practitioner focused on healing the generational wounds rooted in the European Witch Hunts of 1450-1750. Her work is born out of her own ancestral journey of enquiry, including a 13 moon pilgrimage around the UK and Ireland which she undertook in 2019 as a way of deepening her own ancestral connections. Guided by "spirit" she gathered women in ceremony every full moon to honour the women persecuted as witches and to bring healing to the collective trauma patterns of separation. This led to a pioneering month-long exhibition called, "I Am...2023-07-2650 min
Ancestral Wisdom and EvolutionIntroduction to Podcast- With Anthea DurandWelcome to Ancestral Wisdom and Evolution PodcastJoin Anthea Durand every two weeks to explore Ancestral Wisdom and Evolution, through conversations and exploration of consciousness and knowledge. The aim is to attune the listener to the shifts that are needed for both planetary and individual evolution. Anthea will interview visionaries, innovators, artists, and healers who will inspire and expand wisdom in this area. Through this exploration, the listener will experience energetic shifts, healing and the expansion of knowledge in these areas. She will also share her own wisdom and insights from her profound spiri...2023-06-2104 min
Action WomenEscaping The Cycle Of Domestic Abuse - with Anne HellgrenAnthea is joined by Anne Hellgren, a certified coach and relationship expert, as well as board member of Tavistock Relationships, and the host of the hit podcast The Love You Want.Anne joins Anthea to discuss her own experiences with domestic abuse and how she escaped the terrifying cycle of abuse she suffered at the hands of her partners, as well as her work and how she helps others to gain and maintain meaningful, empowering relationships.KEY TAKEAWAYSPeople sometimes suffer domestic abuse in silence because they are afraid to talk about the things...2023-06-1447 minAction WomenEnergy DrainsIn her work as a transformational coach and nutritional therapist, Anthea specialises in helping women to gain more energy. But it's also vital to make sure that we keep that energy once we have it, and avoid energy drains that can sap the vitality from us. In this episode, Anthea discusses the many factors that can rob us of energy and what we can do to avoid them.KEY TAKEAWAYSClutter can lead to a loss of focus. It's nice to make areas personalised, but too much can dilute the attention we give to things that...2023-06-0722 minAction WomenGina Miller On Taking Real Action, And The Power Of CuriosityGina Miller is a renowned businesswoman, entrepreneur, politician and activist, best known for acting as the defender of our representative parliamentary democracy, having twice defeated the Conservative government in its unlawful attempts to bypass Parliament to implement Brexit.Gina joins Anthea to talk about what it means to take real action in the hopes of creating lasting impact and change, the most effective means of communicating ideas to the world, and the fascinating story of how she came to be where she is today.KEY TAKEAWAYSWe must live life to the fullest each...2023-05-2456 minAction WomenShrinking OurselvesAnthea talks about how we shrink ourselves metaphorically in our day to day lives - how it impacts us and what we can do to address this common phenomenon.KEY TAKEAWAYSFirst we need to answer the question: are we diminishing our achievements? When someone offers praise, do we downplay it or focus purely on the flaws?If we allow ourselves to acknowledge a compliment, no matter how uncomfortable we may feel at the time, it can act as a fantastic motivation tool.The act of diminishing ourselves and shrinking isn't exclusive to women - men...2023-05-1717 min
Backchat radio Podcastbackchat prog no 14 2023 BLISSBackchat prog no 14 2023 Bliss. Gerald Towell talks to Anthea Page about the composer Sir Arthur Bliss and his links with the West CountryâŠ..Andrew Brown continues on this theme with composer George Butterworth Joanna Smith reads 2 poems by D.H. LawrenceCaroline Walker looks at the legacy of Mav Gill, one of the most influential graphic artists of the 20th century. a noted early-twentieth-century British graphic designer, cartographer, artist and architect.Malcolm Grive reads an extract from Cid...2023-05-121h 03Action WomenStriking Balance Between Life And Work, and Taking Effective Action - with Sakshi Chhabra MittalAnthea is joined by Sakshi Chhabra Mittal, the founder and CEO of Foodhak, a revolutionary new food subscription delivery start-up where the emphasis is on healthy medicinal vegan meals.Sakshi talks to Anthea about how she took action to create one of the world's most exciting new brands, the story of how she set herself on the road to success, and how she developed her personal mission to change the world's views about food.KEY TAKEAWAYSPeople sometimes discount the effect that our diet has upon our physicality. Changes can lead to extraordinarily positive...2023-05-1050 minAction WomenHow Coachable Are You?Anthea discusses the relationship between you and your potential coach, examining the question: just how coachable are you in the first place? As she explains, it isn't always enough to seek out a coach - there's also a level pf self-preparation that must take place beforehand.KEY TAKEAWAYSIf you are serious about any type of goal, no matter what form it takes, it's likely that you'll end up investing in some type of support in order to get you there more quickly.If you are not actually coachable, then it may be a waste of...2023-05-0324 minAction WomenConfidence Cheerleading - with Angela PooleThis week, Anthea is joined by Confidence Cheerleader, Angela Poole, who dedicates her life to motivating others and encouraging them to step outside their comfort zone in order to take real action.Angela talks about how she attained this unique title, why everyone should be treated in a unique way, and how she's spreading her positive message to others through enthusiasm, spirit and joy.KEY TAKEAWAYSWe may face experiences that challenge us from time to time, but we can use these things to inspire and motivate others.Society loves fitting people into boxes...2023-04-2657 minAction WomenCreating Our Best Nutritional RoadmapAs a nutritional therapist, Anthea works with many clients on making them feel as empowered as possible, so that they're best placed to take action when it matters, but with a universe of information out there, who is the best source? In this episode, Anthea discusses the ways in which we can best plan out our own nutritional roadmap, and set ourselves on the route to success.KEY TAKEAWAYS Nutrition impacts the way we feel about ourselves, which has a knock-on effect when it comes to achieving more, and reaching those goals we're striving for.Diets...2023-04-1918 minAction WomenLet's Talk About Sex - with Andrea Simson, Sex TherapistAndrea Simson is a renowned sex therapist, and joins Andrea this week to discuss this vital and prominent element of life - why we should not be afraid to discuss the subject more openly, the importance of self-exploration, and how living a fulfilled sex life can lead to a more gratifying life in general.KEY TAKEAWAYS  Sex is such a large part of our existence, and yet we don't feel comfortable in talking about it openly. It is healthy to discuss sex, even in a professional capacity, with a counsellor or mentor.The best way of r...2023-04-0553 minAction WomenConnectionsAnthea discusses the power we find when we not just make connections, but nurture them towards meaningful outcomes, and create life-changing, positive networks.KEY TAKEAWAYS When we have a hard time, we sometimes feel the urge to close ourselves off rather than inflict our moods upon others. This does lead to more negativity, thereby proving that when we share we show care to ourselves.Social isolation and loneliness have been linked to a 29% greater chance of dev eloping coronary heart disease, and a 32% increased risk of stroke.Never be afraid to admit when connections aren't working...2023-03-2926 minAction WomenDiversity and Determination Are A Recipe For Success - with Renu BallantineRenu Ballantine is the mastermind and culinary maestro behind Chef Renu B, a private chef service based in Surrey with Chef Ballantine at the forefront of the action and decision making.Renu joins Anthea this week to talk about the passion that ignited her business empire, the path she took through the corporate world, why diversity and inclusion mater so much, and her insatiable drive for success - one that led her to taking decisive action when it mattered, and which has now paid off handsomely in terms of business success.KEY TAKEAWAYS Those...2023-03-2259 minAction WomenQuick WinsAs we work towards the bigger goals, it's vital to keep that momentum up by celebrating the smaller, quicker wins along the way in order to raise motivation and keep us on track.KEY TAKEAWAYS We all need sources of mental energy in order to keep us on the right track towards our goals. When we lose access to these, it can derail our action plans.By prioritising the factors we can control, we get that small endorphin rush of achievement, and re-energise the plans we make.When your confidence has been dented, there's nothing wrong...2023-03-1514 minAction WomenPushing Past Your Limits and Overcoming Trauma - with Scarlett O'ConnorScarlett O'Connor is the founder of Scars 2 Strength, and armed with a champion mindset, NLP & Hypnotherapy in her tool bag, she provides professionals with the tools to get unstuck, increase their confidence and regain control of their lives.Few people are more experienced when it comes to taking real action towards the goals ahead, and in this episode, she talks to Anthea about her inspiring mission in life, her powerful and sometimes painful journey from zero to hero, and the pioneering ways in which she is helping others to defeat the traumas of the past and push...2023-03-081h 04Action WomenAction ReviewPart of taking action, is auditing our progress so far, and in this special episode, Anthea offers a practical guide on how to do so, how to ensure we're still on track for any outstanding goals, and how we can use the success we've had so far to accelerate any further plans we have for ourselves.KEY TAKEAWAYS  Even if things are going well for you, it's always wise to see why this is and how we achieved it. it can help to guide our plans in the future.A broader, external perspective can allow us t...2023-03-0113 minAction WomenMastering Confidence Is The Key To Unlocking Your Dreams - with Natalie Arabella BaileyNatalie Bailey is a Property Developer and Coach and Mentor as well as the creator of the Confidence Mastery podcast. Having over 10 yearsâ experience in running businesses, including Bars, Gyms, and eCommerce she now has a property development business with her business partner and Mum, Paula. She helps others be more confident and successful in health, wealth & happiness so they can live the life they dream of.No one knows more about not just how to take action, but when, and in this inspiring, empowering episode, Natalie talks about the value of confidence, how practice makes perfect, an...2023-02-221h 25Action WomenWhen Motivation GoesIn this episode, Anthea talks about motivation: what happens when we lose it, how we can get it back as well as other ways to keep moving forward without it.KEY TAKEAWAYS We do many things every day that we arenât motivated to do. We just need to learn how to harness those other ways of getting things done when we lose motivation.Our plans and environment are important in achieving our goals, we canât solely rely on motivation.Habits are one of the most important things to create, aiding you in your success to a...2023-02-1519 min
Action WomenThe Unapologetic Power Of Artistic Spirit - with Emma Leone PalmerThis week, Anthea is joined by artist Emma Leone Palmer, one of the foremost creatives at the cutting edge of artistic endeavour and a fierce proponent of capturing intensity through creative expression.
Emma joins the show to talk about her incredible work, the process she uses, and why the power of art should always be unapologetic.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
We are conditioned by society to dull down our artistic tendencies in favour of a more conventional life. True artists are able to harness this power and express it for the world.
Sometimes art isnât so...2023-02-0852 minAction WomenDiscomfortAnthea discusses discomfort - how it can impact our progress as we work towards our goals, and how the process of change begins with an internal conversation about accepting that change comes with stepping outside of our comfort zones.KEY TAKEAWAYS We've all heard the expression "Nothing changes if nothing changes". If we want to change our circumstances, we need to take ownership and accept that changes must be made.Every beneficial action we've made in life began with a feeling of discomfort - such as starting school, a new job, or even participating in more...2023-02-0112 minAction WomenChanging Your Relationship With Alcohol - An Interview With Carol UrryCarol Urry is the founder of Warrior Mum Coaching, a specialist service designed to help women become alcohol free and thereby improve relationships, wellbeing and energy levels. Carol joins Anthea to talk about her amazing work, and why changing our relationship with alcohol is the key to unlocking a happier, more productive and more aspirational life for ourselves and those we love. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Social drinking can lead to a deeper reliance on it, and a subsequent sense that it can medicate away the bad days we're having. This...2023-01-2554 minAction WomenFlip Your Weight Loss ApproachAnthea discusses weight loss and its many approaches - everything from the way we should view confidence, and why we need to reframe the way we see the whole weight loss journey in order to make it work more effectively for us. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Society places conditions upon us by choosing the way we should look, but we should never assume that what's right for others is right for us.When we engage in specialised sports training, we're not only training and losing weight, but learning a new skill and focussing upon wha...2023-01-1816 minAction WomenDream Big, Start Small, Never Give Up - An Interview with Jess RoperJess Roper is a two-time English Kickboxing Champion, 2nd degree blackbelt, hypnotherapist, and public speaker, who's been spending the past year talking to over 10,000 students in over 50 schools about her empowering message of how to dream big! Jess joins Anthea to discuss her mission, the ways in which she's taken action in order to get there, and how you can use the principles of "Dream big, start small and never give up" to help you hit your own goals. KEY TAKEAWAYS  You can hit any goal you want if y...2023-01-1146 minAction WomenInvesting In Self DevelopmentWith everyone's finances being slightly squeezed by economic factors, it's always wise to make sure we're investing in the right places. In this episode, Anthea talks about the best ways in which we should be spending on self-development, and how to make sure we're getting the most for our money. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Look at the cost of staying where you are right now in relation to your goals. It's difficult to quantify, but try to examine the state of your wellbeing and how an investment in yourself could actually prove to be som...2023-01-1117 minAction WomenCreating The Life Of Your Dreams - An Interview with Sue ParkerSue Parker is a Female Lifestyle Entrepreneur, author, Business Tech Tools expert, and creator of the Freedom Project Podcast, designed to help empower and allow you to create the life of your dreams. Sue joins Anthea to talk about the ways in which she took control of her life and built a more flexible existence for herself and her family, why we should embrace time as our greatest resource, and why we need to consult our future selves in order to overcome more and impress ourselves. KEY TAKEAWAYS  The...2023-01-1131 min