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Unsettling ExtremismExploring Big Questions Through Fiction with Tina MakeretiOn this episode of Unsettling Extremism, we explore how literature can inform our understanding of white supremacy and extremism. I spoke with Dr. Tina Makereti, an award-winning writer who teaches creative writing at Victoria University of Wellington, Te Herenga Waka at the International Insitute of Modern Letters. Learn more about Tina's book The Mires, here. https://ultimopress.com.au/products/the-miresReferences:Clark, B. (2023). Fear: The must-read gripping new book about New Zealand's hostile underworld of extremists. HarperCollins New Zealand.Ebner, J. (2021). Going dark: The secret social lives of extremists. Bloomsbury...
2024-12-2049 min
The Family Histories PodcastS08EP07 - 'The Nationalist' with Daniel LoftusIn this final full episode of Series Eight, host Andrew Martin meets Irish genealogist, speaker, podcaster, and Project Infant founder, Daniel Loftus. He asks Daniel how he got hooked on researching his family history, challenges he's faced with DNA testing and adoption, and why he's leading a project that brings Mother and Baby Homes in Ireland under the spotlight.If you’d like to volunteer for Project Infant, you can do so at: https://projectinfant.ie/volunteerTHE LIFE STORY - PATRICK WHELAN Daniel has chosen to tell the life sto...
2024-12-1747 min
Happier & Healthier with NestThe Power of Habit & Routine with Kristin MarkeyWelcome to another transformative podcast episode where host Bridget Lavin engages in a captivating conversation with Kristin Markey, the founder of Nest. In this discussion, Kristin generously shares insights into her own personal morning routine, emphasizing the profound power of dedicating just 5 minutes to intentional practices. Discover the magic of embracing short, impactful routines that ebb and flow with the seasons of nature and the unique seasons of your life. Join us as they unravel the secrets to personal and professional growth through small steps, healthy habits, and the adaptable beauty of rituals. Get ready to be inspired and...
2024-01-2624 minHappier & Healthier with NestGut Health 101Join Bridget Lavin as she discusses a simple and affordable protocol for optimal gut health inspired by educational talks by Ericka Holcomb and Jess Press. Please feel free to email us with questions or comments at info@nesthealthconnections.com
2023-06-0223 min
Happy You Are Here PodcastWhy Am I Here? with Bridget LavinBridget Lavin is a spiritual practitioner, previous yoga studio owner, and retreat leader. We sat down to talk shortly after she returned to Omaha, NE from completing her MSc of Science & Religion at The University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She now lives in Denver, CO.
We talk all things spiritual practices including how to let go (and what that even means) as well as the nuances of clinging to a particular practice as a form of suffering itself.
It was truly an enjoyable conversation that I hope you will enjoy too.
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2022-05-0341 min
Adi Shakti SpeaksEating Disorders & Self Love vs the Inflated Ego with Bridget Lavin Eating Disorders. Self love. Self Worth. And what it means to dissolve the ego while building the confidence we need for radical self acceptance.
2019-05-1237 min