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Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 47: Reimagining Wool - Regenerative Textiles with Anna Hunter of Long Way HomesteadSend us a textIn this episode, I’m joined by Anna Hunter, the inspiring force behind Long Way Homestead, a small-scale farm and mill in Manitoba that’s redefining what it means to work with wool in Canada. Anna is a farmer, fibre artist, and regenerative agriculture advocate who is changing the game when it comes to sustainable textile production.We dive deep into regenerative farming, the role of Canadian wool in the global textile industry, and how Anna’s work is helping to revitalize local economies and reconnect people with their clothing and land...
2025-07-0845 min
SALVAGEConversation with Bridget O'FlahertyPlease enjoy my conversation with Bridget O’Flaherty. Bridget is a passionate textile artist and quilter with over 30 years of experience. Her journey in textiles has been a deeply personal one, influenced by her heritage and love for nature. As a sustainability enthusiast, Bridget believes in the power of shared knowledge and understanding. Together, we can navigate this wild world and create a positive future for generations to come.https://bridgetoflaherty.com/Better Cotton Initiative https://bettercotton.org/GOTS - Global Organic Textile Standard https://global-standard.org/OEKO-TEX https://www.oeko-tex.co...
2024-08-3038 min
Reckless AttackReckless A-Talk: Brian Flaherty of Many Sided Media (My First Dungeon, Bitcherton)Hello listeners! Welcome to another episode of Reckless A-Talk, our TTRPG interview show where we sit down with some of our favorite writers, players, GMs, and streamers to get to know a little bit more about what makes them who they are.I am as always your host GM Nathan I use he/him pronouns, and this week we are extremely excited to to share our chat with Brian Flaherty of Many Sided Media!Brian does…lots of things. He frequently GMs, performs, interviews, edits, sound designs, produces, promotes...
2024-06-251h 45Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 46: From Fabric Overwhelm to Intentional Quilter with Kate HaySend us a textIn Episode 46 of Threads of Sustainability, we sit down with Kate Hay of Quilt with Miss Kate, who brings over 15 years of experience in the quilt industry. Kate’s journey has taken her from working the cutting table to managing Virginia’s largest quilt shop, Patchwork Plus, and serving as the Moda/Ruby Star Society representative for the southeast. Her extensive background provides a unique and valuable perspective on the quilting world.In this episode, Kate shares her transformation from a one-time glorifier of overconsumption of fabric and notions to an advo...
2024-05-1953 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 45: FeelGood Fibers - Redefining Fabric DestashingSend us a textIn this episode of Threads of Sustainability, we delve into the innovative world of FeelGood Fibers with founder Kim Soper. The concept of FeelGood Fibers emerged from a simple observation: the lack of a centralized marketplace for buying and selling secondhand fabrics within the sewing community.Kim shares the journey behind FeelGood Fibers, which was sparked by the abundance of destash sales on Instagram feeds. Recognizing the inconvenience of accessing these fabrics unless one followed specific destashers, Kim envisioned a solution – a single platform where sewists could easily destash and purchase se...
2024-03-2931 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 44: You Are Not Alone with Maddie Kertay - The Bad Ass QuilterSend us a textIn the diverse landscape of quilting, finding your tribe can be a transformative experience. Join us for an insightful conversation with Maddie Kertay, the driving force behind BadAss Quilter Society, a digital haven for liberal quilters seeking solidarity and community.Maddie shares her inspiring journey, from advocating for reproductive justice to her bold quilting projects that challenge societal norms. Through BadAss Quilter Society, Maddie fosters a space where inclusivity, activism, and creativity intersect, empowering quilters to amplify their voices and stand up for social justice.Discover Maddie's personal story...
2024-02-1352 min
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#123: Sewing When Your Wardrobe is FullIs your wardrobe stuffed with me-mades? Whatever role garment sewing plays in your life, after a while, the clothes can really start to pile up. So how can we continue to take pleasure in sewing, without adding to your problem of too many clothes?
Image source: Megan Lee via UnSplash
Idea No. 1: Challenging ourselves.
Hear more about hand stitching clothing:
Ep. #15: Hand Stitching Clothes with Louisa Owen-Sonstroem
Ep. #73: The Seeds of Slow Sewing with Alexis Bailey
Learn more about improving fit:
Ep. #95: Refining Fit with Kate Roberts
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2024-02-1200 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 43: Sustainability & Creative Exploration with Sherri Lynn WoodSend us a textIn this episode, we delve into the vibrant world of quilting and sustainability with Sherri Lynn Wood, a leader in the modern improv quilting movement.Sherri Lynn's creative journey began with a simple sundress that defied a sexist dress code, marking sewing as a source of expression and empowerment. Inspired by the abstract quilts of black makers, she embarked on a trajectory as a community-based artist focused on restorative social practice.Her best-selling book, "The Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters," is not just a guide to quilting; it's an...
2024-01-181h 03Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 43: Sustainability & Creative Exploration with Sherri Lynn WoodIn this episode, we delve into the vibrant world of quilting and sustainability with Sherri Lynn Wood, a leader in the modern improv quilting movement.Sherri Lynn's creative journey began with a simple sundress that defied a sexist dress code, marking sewing as a source of expression and empowerment. Inspired by the abstract quilts of black makers, she embarked on a trajectory as a community-based artist focused on restorative social practice.Her best-selling book, "The Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters," is not just a guide to quilting; it's an exploration of flexible patterns, stitching techniques...
2024-01-181h 03Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 42: Kodiak Quilting - Zero Waste MissionSend us a textEmbark on an enchanting journey with Carolyn Playdon, a dedicated quilter whose Instagram unveils a vibrant tapestry of #quiltinthewild images. Based in Edmonton, AB, Carolyn seamlessly blends her passion for the great outdoors with her creative brilliance in quilting. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about her transition to zero-waste quilting and an intimate exploration of how textiles have become a source of healing during times of grief.Step into Carolyn's zero-fibre-waste studio, where her bold color choices and ingenious use of scraps serve as a wellspring of inspiration. What's truly...
2023-12-0747 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 41: Threads Unraveled - Sustainable Tales from Twist 2023Send us a textThis summer, I had the privilege of conducting interviews at Twist, a unique convergence of fibre enthusiasts, artisans, and experts in rural Quebec. In this exclusive live interview series from Twist 2023, we explore the heart of sustainability and celebrate locally sourced fibres.Interview 1: Navigating Sustainability Through Conscious Choices with Kathleen VaughanDive into the complexities of sustainability with Kathleen Vaughan, a dedicated researcher unravelling the conscious choices and values that underpin decisions in the fibre community. Gain insights into the core drivers of sustainable choices for textile makers.
2023-11-2355 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 40: Carole Lyles Shaw - Embracing Sustainability in Modern QuiltingSend us a textCarole Lyles Shaw is on a mission to infuse modern quilts with creativity, individualism, and freedom of expression. Her journey into quilting began as a heartfelt endeavor to create beautiful quilts for her nieces and nephews. This creative exploration led her to the African American Quilters of Baltimore, where she honed her skills and learned the art of quilting.Modern quilting is Carole's passion, and she sees it as a platform for embracing personal uniqueness in every quilt. She firmly believes that modern quilts are a canvas for free expression and...
2023-10-2652 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 39: Denim Redefined: Sustainable Style with Slø's Kristian HansenSend us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Kristian Hansen, the visionary force behind Slø, a brand that's redefining denim as we know it. Slø creates timeless, genderless denim garments, handcrafted ethically and sustainably, with each piece made to order in Italy. But Slø isn't just about jeans; it's about fostering a community and a movement.Kristian shares with us the ethos of Slø and its commitment to ethical craftsmanship and sustainability. Every garment is built to stand the test of time and designed to fit your body better than anything you've ever...
2023-09-2841 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 38: Rescuing Fabrics - A Sustainable Journey with Kathryn SwansonSend us a textIn this episode of the Threads of Sustainability podcast, we're delving into the world of sustainable textiles with Kathryn Swanson, the passionate founder of Swanson's Fabrics. Join us as we explore her inspiring journey from community thrift store to a thriving hub for fabric enthusiasts.Kathryn Swanson, the driving force behind Swanson's Fabrics, is on a mission to save textiles from ending up in landfills and instead put them in the hands of the next generation of creators.Kathryn's journey began in 2020 when she embarked on a mission to...
2023-09-1448 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 37: Sustaining Traditions Through Artisanal Baskets - Big Blue Moma's Fair Trade SupportSend us a textIn this episode, we delve into the remarkable world of artisanal baskets and the profound impact of fair trade support. Our guest, Karie Wylie, the driving force behind Big Blue Moma, takes us on a journey into the heart of communities that are nurturing age-old traditions through their craft.Big Blue Moma stands as a conscious business partner, working hand-in-hand with skilled basket weavers. Karie's approach involves direct collaboration with these artisans, ensuring they are compensated fairly for their intricate creations. This commitment to fair market pricing doesn't just uplift the...
2023-08-3140 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 36: Sustainable Quilting with Next Gen Quilting - A Millennial's Eco-Friendly JourneySend us a textIn Episode 36, we are thrilled to welcome Amari Thomsen of Next Gen Quilting to the podcast! Amari is a modern, millennial quilter based in San Francisco, CA, who has a passion for creating sustainable and budget-friendly quilts that not only benefit the planet but also your wallet.As a talented quilter, Amari specializes in using up-cycled and zero-waste sewing solutions, infusing her craft with a deep commitment to environmental consciousness. Through her work, she explores innovative ways to repurpose materials and minimize waste, leaving a positive impact on the environment.
2023-08-1738 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 35: We Are $ew Worth It: A Conversation with Sam HunterSend us a textJoin us in this episode of Threads of Sustainability as we sit down with the multi-talented Sam Hunter. An award-winning fiber artist, quilt pattern designer (Hunter's Design Studio), European textile tour host (The Embroidered Journey), and small business project management coach (Creatively Sorted).Sam is more than just a creative force – she's a passionate advocate for fair compensation in the craft industry. Her commitment to ensuring that all small craft business owners receive the recognition and pay they deserve is truly inspiring.During our conversation, we dive into Sam's ar...
2023-08-0356 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 34:Natural Dyeing with Winona Quigly from Green Matters Dye CoSend us a textIn this episode, we're diving into the world of natural dyeing with Winona Quigly from Green Matters Dye Co. Join us as we unravel the fascinating process of transforming plants and natural materials into eco-friendly dyes.Winona is a passionate advocate for sustainability in the textile industry. She shares her journey of falling in love with natural dyeing and how it led her to create Green Matters Dye Co—a platform that offers a wide range of natural dyes, workshops, and resources for natural dyers.Throughout the episode, we ex...
2023-07-2045 min
Rags To Riches Textile Upcycling PodcastConnecting Creatively with Bridget O’Flaherty - Canada’s Sustainable QuilterBridget O’Flaherty is a renowned Canadian free-motion embroiderer, quilter and textile artist, teacher, speaker and podcaster. Known as The Sustainable Quilter, she shares her passion for sustainability and invites the quilting and textile art community to bring sustainability into their practice.
Bridget loves the tactile nature of anything fibre and expressing a connection to the land. As a quilt artist focusing primarily on free-motion thread painting in her natural landscape designs, she "draws” with her sewing machine, building up layers of thread to create her art that blends quilting, felting and stitching.
She uses comb...
2023-07-1048 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 33 Exploring Fabric Recycling with Our Social FabricSend us a textIn this episode, we are thrilled to have Our Social Fabric as our special guest. Our Social Fabric is a remarkable non-profit fabric recycling initiative dedicated to creating a future where no usable fabric ends up in Canadian landfills. Their mission is truly inspiring!As a fabric recycling initiative, Our Social Fabric collects donated fabric and sewing-related materials from a variety of sources, including film and theatre productions, wholesalers, manufacturers, and individuals. By rescuing these materials, they prevent them from ending up in landfills and contribute to a more sustainable future.
2023-07-0647 min
A Quilter's LifeBridget O'FlahertyBridget O'Flaherty, also known as The Sustainable Quilter, is inspired by nature. She is passionate about our environment and feels an intimate connection to the landscape and wildlife of Canada. Bridget has worked in textile arts for over 25 years and is drawn to fibre for the tactile nature and connection it has to the land. She is an amazing thread artist using her sewing machine to build up layers of multi-coloured thread 'drawing' with needle and thread to convey the image. Depicting the Canadian landscape, the precious eco-systems and wildlife with eco-fibre art, she hopes the viewer will take away an...
2023-06-2652 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 32: Crispina ffrench - Empowering Recycled Textile ArtistsSend us a textIn this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Crispina ffrench, an environmental optimist and textile alchemist who helps recycled textile artists become successful entrepreneurs. Since the 80s, Crispina has been upcycling discarded clothing and manufacturers' waste, turning them into magical creations. Her journey began during art school, driven by her love for crafting and respect for the environment.Crispina's path hasn't always been smooth but has led to remarkable achievements. She collaborated with Patagonia, received the SBA Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award, and pioneered manufacturers' waste recovery. Her passion...
2023-06-2255 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 31: A Year in Review with Bridget O'Flaherty and JasperSend us a textIn this special episode, we have a heartfelt conversation between Threads of Sustainability host Bridget O'Flaherty and her son Jasper. Bridget shares how sustainability is an integral part of her life and the growth of the podcast over the past year.Join us as Bridget reflects on her personal journey of embracing sustainability in her everyday life. From making conscious choices in fashion and consumerism to adopting eco-friendly practices and her off-grid home. Bridget's commitment to sustainability shines through. Bridget and Jasper delve into the origins of the Threads of...
2023-06-0842 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 30: Unraveling Organic Textiles - Exploring GOTS and Sustainable Fabric ProductionSend us a textIn this episode, we delve into the world of organic textiles and specifically focus on the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). Our guest sheds light on the challenges and realities of meeting organic textile standards and emphasizes the importance of not dismissing organic textiles due to the presence of certain chemicals. We discuss the historical impact of synthetic dyes on textile production and the subsequent recovery towards more sustainable practices.The conversation delves into the significance of certifications like GOTS and their role in ensuring ethical and sustainable fabric production. We...
2023-05-2557 min
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#89: Threads of Sustainability with Bridget O’FlahertyThis week we’re diving into the world of quilting more sustainably! Quilter and textile artist, Bridget O’Flaherty, makes Threads of Sustainability: a podcast with remarkably similar motivations to CYT. We discuss the many parallels between our perspective disciplines in relation to sustainability, and some of the areas where they diverge.
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2023-05-2200 min
Mind the HeadMind the Head #63 Ft PALS autism support group.Sunday April the 2nd was World Autism Day and to celebrate that, Paul Flaherty spoke to Bridget and Colleen from PALS autism support group based
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2023-05-1459 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 29: Radha Weaver from Sewing Through the Fog talks about Meaningful Up-cyclingSend us a textIn this episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with the talented Radha Weaver, the creative force behind Sewing Through Fog. Radha's extensive background in the apparel and textile industry, spanning over 15 years, gives her a unique perspective on the world of quilting and sustainability.We kick off our conversation by delving into Radha's career journey and what led her to transition into the world of quilting. We explore the factors that prompted her to change directions and how her experiences in the fast fashion industry influenced her...
2023-05-1157 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 28: Krista Hennebury from Poppy Print talks about exploring sustainable quilting practicesSend us a textJoin us for this episode with the lovely Krista Hennebury- prolific quilter and teacher who lives on Bowen Island, BC. Our conversation gets into how Krista started quilting, and then how her approach and practice has evolved and expanded to explore sustainability in different ways, such as by using retired clothing in quilts and creating useable objects out of scraps like jeans. We chat about some of the challenges and pressures around how to get out of creative slumps, and understanding creativity and creative practice broadly. About Krista
2023-04-2755 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 27: A Sustainable Solution for Cotton Production - Fibre 52 with Graham StewartSend us a textThis episode features Graham Stewart, a textile production expert whose company Fibre52 is breaking new ground in sustainable cotton processing. Our discussion explores the evolution of sustainable dying practices, different types of dyes and their environmental impacts. Join us for this fascinating conversation that touches on everything from the circular economy to the intricacies of textile supply chains, and how home sewers and textile artists can make informed choices around dying their fabrics. About Graham Graham Stewart is an international textile and apparel production fiber to brand specialist working wit...
2023-04-1353 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 26: Zoe Edwards from Check Your Thread Podcast talks about Sustainable WardrobesSend us a textJoin us for this episode with the wonderful Zoe Edwards - sewing teacher, podcaster, and blogger, who works mostly in the garment sphere. Our conversation jumps into all sorts of different topics. Zoe has lots of interesting insights into the fast fashion industry, having worked there earlier in her career. We dive into the complexities of what it really means to make your own clothes (and/or textile art) sustainably, how to encourage people to get more comfortable wearing their handmade wardrobes and to be mindful about making garments that they will love a...
2023-03-3046 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 25: Meaningful Sustainable Quilting - A Conversation with Zak FosterSend us a textJoin us for this wonderful meandering conversation that takes us through Zak's journey into and within quilting, finding his artist status, his drive to create meaningful quilts and stories of special projects along the way. Zak has an intimate storytelling ability that draws you in and places you right alongside him. The community he engages with and his exploration of self and artistic expression are fundamental to the work he is doing today. We thread sustainability concerns and solutions we see going on in our world today throughout the chat. Zak Fo...
2023-03-1643 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 24: How to Create Thrifted Quilts with Sonya OblakSend us a textThis episode features Sonya Oblak, a thrifty, improvisational quilter who recently built her dream home with an ideal quilt studio in northern Canada. Sonya shares her must-haves for a quilt studio and reflects on her 25 years of thrifting and quilting, offering tips on how to thrift for fabric for quilts and sharing her favourite thrift store finds. Did you know it only takes 6-7 shirts to make a quilt top? She also shares her passion for improvisational quilting that tell inspiring quilt stories, encouraging quilters to challenge themselves and show off t...
2023-03-0455 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 23: Bill Stearman talks about his Journey Towards Sustainability with his modern QuiltsSend us a textBill Stearman and I are friends and colleagues. We both quilt, we both teach, we are both passionate about our journey and feel strongly about telling our stories. I met Bill at a quilt conference 4 years ago, where I was speaking about sustainability and he was speaking about his journey as a gay man, expressing his stories through his modern quilts. That pivotal meeting is where Bill decided he wanted to do more than just tell the amazing stories he does. He also wanted to bring sustainability into the narrative. He's been working...
2023-02-1654 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 22 : How The Oeko-Tex Certification Label Delivers Safe TextilesSend us a textElana Frosk from Oeko-Tex joins Bridget in this episode to get deep into the weeds of certifications. She loves nerding out just a little about this topic. It's near and dear to her heart. Labelling and certification not only assure us of the authenticity of a product in its claims but also gives the industry data to work with to make more strides in sustainability. They talk about why people should care about certification, this one addresses harmful substances in the textile world. Companies need to get on this train, consumers are starting...
2023-02-0244 min
Tears, Tides and TransformationKeAnna and Bridget Say Farewell, For Now...In this final episode of the TTT podcast, for now, KeAnna and Bridget take their audience on a journey of reflection, recollection, and recognition of the last 2 years of creating a safe space for women to courageously share their healing journeys. So many lessons have been learned, so many connections have been made, so much healing has taken place and is taking place; this journey has been fulfilling, educational, and transformational. As you tune in, you will find that TTT is evolving into hosting conferences and retreats! The first TTT conference will be held in th...
2023-01-291h 00Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 21: Let's Talk About all Things Fibre Farming With Small Acre Farm's TeDi JansenSend us a textTeDi Jansen from Small Acre Farm does all the things on her farm. She has goats, sheep, botanical dye plants and even grows cotton! She does it all, after losing her job, she decided she wanted to do work that felt connected to the land. Starting from making goat-milk soap, she brought in the animals and slowly started adding fibres to her offerings. Now that is her primary business and you can tell she loves every part of it. TeDi is a shepherdess, spinner, botanical dyer, weaver and reluctant knitter. After a...
2023-01-2051 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 20 What Does Sustainability Look Like and Where do we go From Here? - 2022 Wrap Up with JasperSend us a textIt's a new year and a new season for the podcast. Jasper and I dive into some of the lessons learned, ideology and themes that have developed over the season of guests on the podcast. Jasper is a young adult with a very different perspective on the world from myself, so we have some interesting conversations. He even challenges me to think about what else I can do in my own quilt art. The overarching themes of People, Profit and Planet that are core to sustainability have been evident among all o...
2023-01-0539 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 19: Sue Sherman Talks About the messages behind Climate Action QuiltsSend us a textQuilts as a form of activism can be the bridge between science and the public. They bring together the urgent ideas behind what we are seeing with climate change through accessible art forms. We talk about this and so much more. We even share tips on making simple shopping changes by making your own soap, yogurt and almond milk! Sue Herman has won International awards for her quilts, including the very recent Best of Show for "Dear Humans". Her fabric creations connect her to the spectacular places and wildlife...
2022-12-2253 minTears, Tides and TransformationKeAnna and Bridget: Finding Alignment and Re-alignmentOften times when we hear the word alignment we don’t really know what that means. In this episode, Bridget and Ke take a deep dive into breaking down what alignment means and what it looks like for each of them, and how to find alignment for yourself. It isn’t always pretty and it doesn’t always feel good, but oh when you find it, it can be a beautiful and grounding feeling. Enjoy this episode!
2022-12-1143 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 18: Eliu Hernandez Deconstructs Denim with Intention and MindfulnessSend us a textWe dive into intimate conversations around mindful practice for soothing the mind, and how intention can create inspiring work and help ground us. We talk about favourite tools for deconstruction along with some of the processes Eliu Hernandez embarks on through his up-cycling, recycling and recreating with denim, from the large panels, right dow to the pockets and thread. Eliu is a textile artist specializing in and obsessing over reclaimed materials. He uses original designs. Sewing and quilting seem to help keep his itchy hands and itchy brain in check.
2022-12-0747 minTears, Tides and TransformationKeAnna and Bridget: Assumptions, Relationships, and Support SystemsTrigger warning *language*After a long break, KeAnna and Bridget reflect on life, healing, and relationships. Both talk about the changes in their lives, deep dives into healing, and how their healing shows up in romantic and familial relationships.
2022-11-2748 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 17: Two Sisters Eco Textiles Discuss the Challenges behind Natural FibresSend us a textPatty Grossman and her sister wanted to have safe fabrics to use for their family. They realized it was missing in the industry and have spent the last 15 years researching ethical and sustainable production—how it’s done, and what the implications are to us (and to all living things) and to our planet. They even put it in their mission statement, a goal “to change the way textiles are being made”.In this episode we talk about the issues behind sourcing ethical fibres, the challenges production faces with regulations, apathy and access...
2022-11-2558 minTears, Tides and TransformationBonus Episode: Ke & Bridget Talk Personal Bittersweet SituationsIn this episode, Ke and Bridget talk bittersweet situations they’ve experienced. From new beginnings to preserving relationships to challenging conversations, Ke and Bridget dive into the complexities of shifting, evolving, and moving into new seasons in life. And life can often times mirror a rollercoaster ride with lots of twists, turns, highs, lows, and the push to get uncomfortable and overcome fears. We hope you enjoy this conversation!
2022-11-1346 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 16: Maison Lenko talks About a Linen Legacy from Czech Republic and Healthy TextilesSend us a textSourcing linen to make her own products for her family launched Marketa Kopal on an interesting journey. She had no idea she would be connected back to her family from a time before they fled the Czech Republic when she was a child. Building business relationships and exchanging values with the community that appreciates and relates to the tactile nature of linen is what motivates her to continue to share. She focuses on the little things to lead by example. In this episode, we talk about the textile industry in Canada, o...
2022-11-1054 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 15: Slow Stitching, hand work and up-cycling in Kuala LumpurSend us a textA love of textiles, colour and patterns is behind what Ming Hsu Lees produces in her custom, bespoke memory quilts and handmade projects. Living in a country where textile waste is prominent and quilt stores are few, she decided to explore sustainable options. We dive into a conversation about textile and food waste, keeping busy during the pandemic, and creating space for the healing and nurturing practice of slow stitching and a connection to family and community through textiles. Ming lives in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Her quilting journey started 10 years ago, l...
2022-10-2741 minTears, Tides and TransformationBonus Episode: Ke & Bridget Talk Gratitude, Boundaries, and Life ChangesIn this episode, Ke and Bridget talk life changes. In an effort to try something a little different with our podcast, we dove into a conversation amongst ourselves. We’ve provided a platform where we dive into other’s healing journeys, and in this bonus episode we dove into our own healing journeys and shared how we’re processing life for our community to further get to know us and to also know that we’re figuring it out just like y’all. Life, and healing are an ever evolving journey. Enjoy!
2022-10-2343 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 14: First Nations, Multi-Media Textile Artist, Rose Moses Gives a Talking Tour of her Up-cycled Creative WorksSend us a textRose Moses is Ojibwe, from Henvey Inlet First Nation Band. She is a self-taught artist and has drawn on the inspiration of other First Nations artists. She up-cycles a lot of her materials when working on a project. We meet at her farm and she takes me on a walking tour of her seemingly endless work. From crazy quilts to doll making, beadwork, collages, painting, furniture rescue and restoration. She walks me through building after building and room after room filled with all of her projects. We talk about her deep passion for...
2022-10-1356 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 12: Textile Artist is Inspired by Meditation and Animal CommunicationSend us a textLorraine Turner works diligently to advocate for endangered animals. It started with a meditation session where she had a vision of Calico Horses. That launched her on a journey of learning to communicate with animals, creating textiles and building a community that is inspiring. Her advocacy work helps several different animal organizations globally. We dive into a conversation about the why behind her work, the legacy of textiles she has recently discovered in her lineage, techniques, and how she shares her knowledge as well as the many projects she has on...
2022-09-3051 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 11: Sustainable Natural Dyes with MaiwaSend us a textVisiting the Vancouver location of Maiwa to talk with founder and owner Charllotte Kwon was one of those pinch-me moments. I was surrounded by beautiful textiles in a warehouse/office/store while we talked about the history of the company, the connections and research they are doing with farmers in India, and the many many projects they have in the works. Maiwa has a 30-year history in the natural dye industry and the focus has always been on sustainable practices. Thirty years ago Charllotte Kwon formed a company and opened a s...
2022-09-141h 00Threads of SustainabilityEpisode 10: Ways to Save T-shirts From LandfillSend us a textDid you know that every year the average Canadian throws out 80lbs of textile waste and up to an average of 44 t-shirts? Gemma Smith was shocked to see her landfill contained so much textile waste and is on a mission to save t-shirts from heading there. She created t-shirt blankets that save precious memories as well as keep them out of landfill. So far she has diverted over 10,000 shirts and made over 400 blankets. We talk about sourcing new materials that are sustainable as well as sharing stories of some of the...
2022-08-3134 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 9: Meet the Trailblazer Behind Organic ThreadSend us a textMicro fibres and microplastics can be dangerous for our health when we are going about our hobbies at the sewing machine. Julie Moore recognized this early on in her quilting career and set out to make a change in the industry. She was determined to bring organic threads to the quilting world and has worked for the last 20 years or so to make a difference in the lives of farmers, sewers and quilters. I talk with Julie about her journey to creating naturally dyed threads and her continued interest in improving access to...
2022-08-1746 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 8: One person's trash Can Be an Artist's Palette! Repurposing Waste into Beautiful ArtSend us a textThe way plastic is managed globally is problematic. In some regions, less than 8% of plastics are actually recycled. The rest are sent to landfills to slowly break down into microplastics, or release chemicals into soils and watersheds. Natalya Khorover has embarked on using waste in her artwork. She has always been driven to be thrifty and using found materials in her art seemed like an obvious path.Links from the show: Quilters Take a Moment: Quilt Alliance Eventbeyondplastics.orgNatalya KhoroverNatalya is a...
2022-08-1143 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 7: The Healing Properties of Memory Quilts From Re-Purposed ClothingSend us a textMemory quilts and t-shirt quilts are loving gifts for the receiver, but the maker often gets just as much out of the process. That certainly is the case with Cathy Saul who has been making memory quilts for people as well as for donations for many years. We talk about re-purposing sewing machine cabinets, up-cycling clothing and the process of making her special quilts. We also have an intimate conversation about mothers, loved ones, and how quilts can have a healing effect on loss. The book Cathy mentioned in our talk...
2022-07-2737 min
The Quilters Coach Podcast54: Sustainability in Quilting and Weight Loss with Bridget O’FlahertyDiscover the similarities between sustainable weight loss and sustainable quilting. Bridget O’Flaherty is sharing her tips for making your quilting more sustainable, and I’m sharing how the same attitude towards sustainability can help you see where you need to try something new in order to create lasting weight loss. Get full show notes and more information here: https://daratomasson.com/54
2022-07-2725 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 6: Weight Loss and Self Love as a Foundation for Sustainable PracticesSend us a textThis week we look through a different lens at sustainability. I speak with Dara Tomasson about her journey to becoming a life and weight loss coach for quilters. We get into a great conversation about sustainability beginning with the individual and rippling into other parts of our lives as we feel confident. There's no doubt that we have to be in the right mindset to think about the world around us and it can start with putting ourselves first. Many quilters are women over 50 and life changes can result in habits that are no...
2022-07-1329 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 5: Textile Art Activist meets Jane Goodall!Send us a textJanine Heschl is an art activist that creates her art to bring light to endangered species. She is a thread painter extraordinaire and we talk about her process, inspiration and even her experience in meeting her idol - Jane Goodall. Making art can go far to making a difference. We talk about the creative process, thread, environmental overwhelm, inspiration and even dig into our thoughts on what quilt suppliers and companies need to be doing to advance sustainability. Her aim with photorealistic embroidery art is to translate wildlife into thread and...
2022-06-2941 minTears, Tides and TransformationPurna Devi: My life is my workOn this episode, Bridget and KeAnna speak with Purna Devi, a Spiritual Mentor, Reiki Master, Medium and Past-Life Regression Guide. Together they explore these healing modalities through a trauma informed lens. Purna shares with us some of her personal history as well as ways in which we can use these Reiki and Past Life Regression to retrain our brain.You can learn more about Purna at her website: https://purnadevi.com/Purna is a direct, light-hearted and playful guide who blends ancient wisdom and modern-day living in an effortless and magickal way. Her s...
2022-06-2656 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 4: Connecting Community Through Traditional Quilting and Up-cycling Clothing in the NetherlandsSend us a textSustainable quilting is catching on the world over. In the Netherlands, another sustainable quilter - Rianne Doller from Kick-Ass Quilts and I talk about the motivation behind her sustainable quilting projects and some of the people she has helped already. Rianne Doller is also know as The Sustainable Quilter in the Netherlands (there's room for all of us!). With Kick Ass Quilts, she teaches and inspires people to up-cycle old textiles into new quilts. They are also a movement for a welcome, sustainable, world for everyone with the magic of quilts t...
2022-06-1526 min
Killing Time With ArchKilling Time Episode 93 - Interview with Storyteller, Entrepreneur, Coach, Writer, and More - Bridget Flaherty, AKA @glam.ma on TikTokOn today’s episode I’m excited to talk to my good friend Bridget Flaherty, a local Dayton entrepreneur, coach, storyteller, writer, and more. She’s the other half of the podcast Tears, Tides, and Transformation, which she co-hosts with KeAnna Daniels, who I also interviewed on my other podcast in episode 29 (see discoverdaytonpodcast.com). She also founded and runs LORE, a storytelling business that I’ve taken classes from, so I look forward to talking with her about that, as well as some of her more recent ventures and, of course, her stories.
Just a quick note and...
2022-06-1244 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 3: Quilts for Survivors - A Story of Community and HealingSend us a textSustainability contains three pillars; environmental, economic and social contexts. All three need to be considered. Community, history and legacy are such a huge part of a sustainable future. The history of Residential Schools and the revelation of unmarked graves in 2021 compelled Vanessa Genier to offer comfort to her community. It started as an ambitious, community project and has grown bigger than she could have imagined. It has touched communities all across Canada, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, from volunteers to survivors. She sits down and talks to me about some of the stories she h...
2022-06-0842 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 2: A Story of Resilience out of Colonization with South African Shweshwe FabricsSend us a textJoins us as we learn about the colonial history of Shweshwe fabric and the complex, fabulous story of resilience of this South African fabric. This parent company does the trifecta of sustainability with social, economic and environmental projects steeped into their business model. Driven by her passion for the beautiful creativity of South Africa, Céleste Compion aims to teach more people about it, by importing and distributing Three Cats Shweshwe to North America. Shweshwe, often called the “tartan" of South Africa, is a heritage fabric with a fascinating social justice sto...
2022-06-0841 minTears, Tides and TransformationCherese Alcorn: Rest Is RevolutionaryIn this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Cherese Alcorn, a psychotherapist and mental health practitioner who shares her journey of healing through therapy. Cherese shares how through her journey of healing she realized that her trauma led her to a career in social work and service to others. Healing herself inspired her to help heal others, and more importantly all the versions of her little girl. Cherese also spoke about how relinquishing control and finding the strength to rest has been helping her heal as well, and overcoming toxic societal norms regarding overworking and the grind lifestyle...
2022-06-0547 minThreads of SustainabilityEpisode 1: The Why behind Threads of SustainabilitySend us a textIn this first episode of Threads of Sustainability, I flip the interview and have a conversation with Jasper Nault who asks me about the motivation for starting a podcast on sustainability in quilting, fibre and textile arts. We talk about: Who I amEco-overwhelmProblems in the textile industryOverconsumptionEnvironmental issuesThemes and topics the podcast will explore Re-enforcing that small actions matter and, Inspiration for changeYou can join the sustainability community on my website www.bridgetoflaherty.com. There you will find my newsletter, memberships, courses, resources and supplies. You can f...
2022-05-2922 minTears, Tides and TransformationHeather Renae Horton: Right on TimeHeather Renae Horton joins this episode as a mental health practitioner with tips, tools, and personal experience to help us on our healing journeys.From insight into ways in which trauma is stored in the body and released in tears, to how cognitive behavioral therapy seeds new thought patterns, Heather shares with us science, studies, and personal experience on the healing power of therapy.As a healer with multiple modalities, Heather also explains how astrology can guide our understanding of difficult times. She explains how our unique personal birth chart, which is the map of...
2022-05-0848 minTears, Tides and TransformationLex: Being As Much of Me As PossibleTRIGGER WARNINGS: *Sexual Grooming* *Child/Adult Relationship* In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Lex. Lex talked about their healing from sexual grooming, and how therapy and their partner are helping them to overcome the trauma and how they were able to get out of a relationship that began by them being groomed when they were a child. Love, acceptance, and grace allowed Lex to realize the inappropriate nature of their relationship and put them on a journey of healing. Now, Lex is sharing their story to raise awareness and save other young lives.Lex...
2022-04-2444 min
The Quilter on Fire PodcastQOF Episode 64 - Bridget O'Flaherty on SustainabilityBridget O'Flaherty is an award-winning textile artist and all around creative inspiration who specializes in thread painting. Bridget has a Bachelor of Arts with an Environmental Studies Major and she just graduated with Honours.This is such a valuable conversation to have, and she really has her toes in the water when it comes to the topic of sustainability and she carries that expertise into quilting. She brings the conversation forward, not to say that we should never buy fabric again, but with the notion that we can have a good conversation about how we can take l...
2022-04-1950 minTears, Tides and TransformationE.V. Rose: Advocating and Navigating the Medical SystemTrigger Warning(s): *medical trauma* On this episode, our guest E.V. Rose shares about how the treatment of her medical conditions caused emotional trauma. When healing from the physical wounds the psyche, we must question how our medical system is harming some of us. E.V.'s story sheds light on the ways in which the medical system, which is supposed to be an agent of healing, can become the traumatizer. She also shares how becoming an advocate for herself and others has given her agency and a voice. E.V. Rose (she/they...
2022-04-1045 min
Explore: This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.The Truth About Trolls by Bridget Taylor, Elizabeth Tucker, Terry Flaherty PhD, Thomas Kingsley TroupePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/115118to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Truth About Trolls
Author: Bridget Taylor, Elizabeth Tucker, Terry Flaherty PhD, Thomas Kingsley Troupe
Narrator: anonymous
Format: mp3
Length: 4 mins
Release date: 04-01-22
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Mystery & Wonders
Publisher's Summary:
Trolls have trampled through popular fairy tales for many years. Have you ever wondered what trolls look like, where they hide out, or why they like darkness? Listen to this book to find out the truth about trolls.
2022-04-0104 minTears, Tides and TransformationApril Angel: It's Not Always Just A DreamTRIGGER WARNINGS: *Depression and Anxiety* *Childhood Neglect and Abuse*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview April Angel. April talked about her healing from anxiety and depression, and how she used dream interpretation as a guide to heal some deep rooted trauma and unhappiness. She learned from a good friend and her daughter to live joyously by being open minded and allowing herself to live outside of the boxes she had been living in. By seeing the possibilities she set herself free. April is a dream interpreter, based in Dayton, Ohio who helps spiritual seekers u...
2022-03-2747 minTears, Tides and TransformationShaiyanne Myrick: Healing Through Self MasteryTRIGGER WARNINGS *Domestic Violence* *Overcoming Toxic Habits and Patterns*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Shaiyanne Myrick. Shaiyanne shares her story of healing from an abusive relationship and falling in love with herself again, and how changing her thought patterns about herself put her on a journey of wholistic wellness in body, mind, and spirit. It all started when she had to sit with herself, and in that time she began to really see herself and what needed to change. Shaiyanne also realized that in order for to make healing her new normal, she needed to...
2022-03-1338 minTears, Tides and TransformationTenita Johnson: Healing from Sexual TraumaTrigger Warnings: *sexual assault* *molestation* *porn* *infidelity*
2022-02-2747 minTears, Tides and TransformationClarissa Foster: It All Started With MeTRIGGER WARNINGS *Childhood Trauma* *Overcoming Toxic Habits and Patterns* *Daddy Issues* In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Clarissa Foster. Healing from unresolved trauma and mending relationships, Clarissa shares how her healing began when she realized and acknowledged that she too needed to be held accountable, it wasn't just everyone else. And that it all started with her learning to look within first and foremost and choosing better for herself. Which led her to healing relationships with her father, mother, partner, siblings, and having an even better relationship with her children. When she began making jewelry as...
2022-02-1343 minTears, Tides and TransformationKarlee Mason: The Impact of Teenage DepressionTRIGGER WARNINGS *Teenage Depression* *Suicide Attempts* *Anxiety* *Workaholism* In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Karlee Mason. Healing from teenage trauma and depression, Karlee shares how she is challenging herself to be silent with her thoughts and emotions to process her experiences. Using coloring books to calm her mind, along with more traditional healing modalities, Karlee is addressing her anxiety, depression, and traumatic history. Her healing journey has led her to become involved in her community in a vulnerable and impactful way.Karlee is a connector and community leader who strives to bring light to...
2022-01-3049 minTears, Tides and TransformationWelcome Back to Season 2Because of YOU, we are back for Season 2! Thank you soooo much for all of your support, and for your investment in time, donations, and positivity. We are so grateful and appreciative. TTT has taught us so much about ourselves and about the importance of healing. We knew the benefits of healing going into our first season, but this journey has shown us the power of being vulnerable and transparent 10-fold, because of the impact Season 1 created. And we could not have done that without you all. So, we're back to provide more value, more impact, and...
2022-01-2408 minTears, Tides and TransformationBonus: KeAnna DanielsTrigger Warnings: *Family Dysfunction* *Daddy Issues* *Suffering in Silence*It was an honor to be interviewed by my co-host, Bridget Flaherty in this bonus episode. Bridget and I wanted you all to get to know us, the women behind TTT. You all hear and see what appears to be the finished product, but we are both still a work in progress. And in this episode, I share my journey of healing, from beginning to present day. A phrase I have tatted on my right forearm sums this episode up pretty well, "the process produces the product". My...
2022-01-1639 minTears, Tides and TransformationBonus: Bridget FlahertyTRIGGER WARNINGS *suicide* *self-harm* *abuse*Hello! Bridget, here! Thank you for supporting season one. We are excited to begin recording season 2. In the meantime, as hosts, we have decided to share a little about our own stories.The abuse of my childhood led to choosing abuse relationships in adulthood, perpetuating the cycle until, in the depths, I wanted out of this life. It was here, in the bottom, where I chose to look up and begin the healing journey.
2022-01-0238 minTears, Tides and TransformationTTT Season 1 Wrap UpHey TTT Family! Thank you ALL so much for your support of our podcast, for our Kickstarter campaign, and for this work that we are doing to create safe spaces to normalize the conversations about healing and mental health and wellness!!! We made it through our first season and we couldn’t be more grateful to all our guests, to our Producer, Savannah, and to all the media platforms that featured us and our content. Stay tuned for Season 2 coming back in January 2022, and enjoy the holiday season!!!Sending you all love, light, positivity, and peace.
2021-12-1203 minTears, Tides and TransformationAnikka Masey: Finding the Strength to Prioritize SelfTRIGGER WARNINGS *Family obligations* *Caregiving* In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Anikka Masey, who shares her journey of finding the strength to prioritize herself in a life where she’s always served others above herself. As a result of beginning therapy for the first time in her life, Anikka found herself asking herself the question “Who am I, really?” And from that point on Anikka has been unlocking and unpacking all the things that has contributed to how she shows up so that she can live a more fulfilling life.Experiencing a whirlwind of family...
2021-11-2835 minTears, Tides and TransformationBilli Ewing: When You Appear Healed on the SurfaceTRIGGER WARNINGS *brain surgery* *crying*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Billi Ewing, who shares her journey as a brain tumor survivor. She challenges us to take a look at what self-care looks like in the midst of physical healing, daily obligations, and family challenges. Hailing from the Gem City, Dayton, OH, Billi Ewing has been a voice to be reckoned with in many ways over her lifetime. A devoted wife & loving mother of 3 beautiful children, Billi is an anointed, accomplished vocalist, motivational speaker, compassionate communitarian, former urban public & charter-school administrator, Wright State University...
2021-11-1451 minTears, Tides and TransformationSierra Leone: Healing Others Through Healing SelfTrigger warnings: *Accountability* *Invisible Disability* *Putting Yourself Last*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Sierra Leone. Sierra shares her story about healing as a practice in order to serve others. Sierra is a holistic healer and provides healing services for individuals, couples, and communities. She talks about her journey to becoming a holistic healer, and on that journey she confronts her own traumas, triggers, and brokenness so that she can be effective and have the capacity to use her gift(s) of healing others. Sierra helped Co-Host, KeAnna, work through some of her healing in Fall...
2021-10-3142 minTears, Tides and TransformationAnna Furderer: A Woman in RecoveryTrigger Warnings: *Addiction* *Alcoholism* In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna speak with Anna Furderer, a recovering alcoholic who shares vulnerably about active addiction, the impact on her family, and the process of recovery and restoration. She shares about the interrelation between addiction and mental health, recovery and community, and the importance of "doing the work".Anna is a 500 hour yoga teacher and certified Life Coach. Her passion is helping women in recovery from substance abuse, codependent behavior, and people-pleasing. Anna started her healing journey in 2015 when she made the life-altering decision to get sober. Since...
2021-10-1744 minTears, Tides and TransformationNichole Brooks: Healing Was the Only ResortTrigger warnings: *Estrangement* *Black Superwoman Syndrome* *Suffering in Silence* *Un-forgiveness*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Nichole Brooks. Nichole shares her story about healing through a life shattering situation that ultimately made her look in the mirror and reassess herself and how she was showing up. She vulnerably shares a story she hadn’t shared before because of shame, anger, and unforgiveness of self, until one day she finally finds the courage to release it. And in releasing, she realizes that her story is not so unique. Unfortunately, many women are struggling, suffering in si...
2021-10-0338 minTears, Tides and TransformationStephanie Hutchins: Transformation After TraumaTRIGGER WARNINGS: *Sexual Trauma* *Bulimia* *Eating Disorder* *Addiction* *Death*Kickstarter Runs until 9am EST October 5thIn this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Stephanie Hutchins, PhD., author of Transformation After Trauma: Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth, who shares her healing journey from childhood sexual abuse, tragedy, and self-sabotage to coaching others on their healing journey. Her vulnerable stories inspire us to take our own steps forward in the healing journey. As a college professor teaching about the human body, she continues to be fascinated by the resilience of the mind and body. She guides others...
2021-09-1944 minTears, Tides and TransformationKickstarter AnnouncementListeners! This week we have an announcement in place of our regular scheduled episode. We have launched a Kickstarter today and we need your help so we can keep posting these powerful podcast episodes. This is your chance to grab some swag, affirmation cards, and get a shout out on the show! So head over to our Kickstarter page, We are counting on you!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tttpodcast/tears-tides-and-transformation-a-podcast-about-healing
2021-09-0501 minTears, Tides and TransformationNaAsiaha Simon: Healing with Color TherapyTRIGGER WARNINGS *suicide* *brain tumor survivor* *depression*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview NaAsiaha Simon, affectionately known as Ny, who was born into a close-knit family, so she understands the value of a strong foundation. Ny is has become a mental health advocate and champion for mental health awareness, and says that it was her own personal battles with physical and mental health that sparked the idea as the Founder of the Gem City Selfie Museum, an interactive installation museum using vibrant colors and interactive props to increase mental wellness so people can grow to become...
2021-08-2243 min
SALA PodcastArtist Interview: Bridget CurrieIn this episode, Steph caught up with multidisciplinary artist Bridget Currie.
Bridget was the inaugural recipient of ACE Open’s newly formed Porter St Commission, and her resulting exhibition, Message from the Meadow, is at ACE Open for this year’s SALA Festival. Tune in to this gentle discussion of Bridget’s practice of giving form to invisible things, the importance of artwork that ‘resists’ logical understanding, and a hint as to Bridget’s preferred corner of the rabbit hole that is ASMR videos.
Show Notes
John Barber
George Popperwell
Ian North
Carclew
Experimental Art Foundatio...
2021-08-1740 minTears, Tides and TransformationChrista Smith: Widow by SuicideTRIGGER WARNINGS *suicide* *rejecting societal expectations*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview Christa Smith, who describes herself as a child of God, a empathetic friend, a lover of life, storyteller and self-healer. She is daughter, a sister, an aunt, a mother to Kevin, and the widow of Scott. Christa shares with us her personal healing journey in facing the pain of losing her husband to suicide. Triggered by the loss of a friendship ten years later, Christa found herself facing feelings of abandonment, started in childhood and compounded by her husband's death.As a...
2021-08-0839 minTears, Tides and TransformationPaige Walker: Healing Doesn't Always Look PrettyTRIGGER WARNINGS: *Abortion* *Doing the “Work”* *Breaking Negative Generational Cycles* *Self Sabotage* *Ultra Independence as a Trauma Response*In this episode, KeAnna and Bridget interview Paige Walker, who talks about finding purpose in and through the pandemic. She made a choice to be positive through it all and gave herself permission to reassess her life and her why. The pandemic rocked the ground that once felt solid for her, and Paige saw an opportunity to work on herself first, and then to deal with and make hard life decisions in regard to relationships, and then to work ON h...
2021-07-2541 minTears, Tides and TransformationVicki Giambrone: It Is Never Too Late to Begin HealingTRIGGER WARNINGS *cancer* *mother wounds* *setting boundaries*In this episode, Bridget and KeAnna interview, Vicki Giambrone, who describes herself as a serial connector, working to remain continuously curious. A three time cancer survivor, Vicki began to face the impact of childhood trauma and the trauma of pushing through everything when she found herself facing 60 years old, an age she was told she would never reach. Vicki shares about the process of therapy, changing brain chemistry, and the impact on her family. Vicki is passionate about her community, her work in health policy and finding ways...
2021-07-1155 minTears, Tides and TransformationNicole Mckoy: Breaking Generational Trauma Cycles & Learning to Love SelfTRIGGER WARNINGS *family dysfunction and toxicity* *physiological disorders* *setting boundaries*In this episode, KeAnna and Bridget interview Nicole McCoy, a woman of strong faith who is consistently working to overcome and shatter generational curses in order to become her best and healed self. Nicole vulnerably shares her story and journey to healing through therapy, and learning to love and treat herself kindly, with grace, and confidently being her authentic self.Nicole McKoy is a Black woman on a journey—exploring the many shades and phases of her personality, emotions, healing, compassion, empathy and, most importantly, he...
2021-06-2742 minTears, Tides and TransformationAshmiel Goland: Ayahuasca and Repressed MemoriesTRIGGER WARNINGS *sexual abuse* * drug use* *physical abuse* *Child sexual/ physical abuse*In this episode, KeAnna and Bridget interview Ashmiel Goland, a survivor of childhood abuse, who travels to Peru to participate in a guided Ayahuasca ceremony that becomes a catalyst for her healing journey. Exploring how ancient medicines and body work can heal trauma stored in the body, Ashmiel vulnerably shares her story.Ashmiel is a massage therapist, energy healer, conscious sexuality educator and Hakomi student. She found her passion of serving other women along the healing path by way of searching for her...
2021-06-1345 minTears, Tides and TransformationTrailerWhen we share with one another through raw conversations and reflection, we can learn how to better manage the challenges and transitions in our lives. KeAnna and Bridget interview women who are willing to vulnerably share their experiences with healing and mental health. The hosts then reflect on what they learned from the interview. Each episode provides tips and best practices for tackling the real challenges that are a part of all of our lives. Coming Soon!
2021-04-1906 min
Better Construction with Sean McStay046 - Better Construction with Sean McStay - Bridget O'Flaherty Sustainability ConsultantIn this week's episode of Better Construction, I talk with Bridget O'Flaherty full-time sustainability consultant, LEED AP, and REA! We talk #construction and #buildingscience knowledge, performance labeling for homes, and more!Bridget on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingsciencegirl/Bridget's Website: https://bmoflaherty.wixsite.com/ecohomesMy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0czmX0jwkbkCDmJOTR5VnAMy Website: https://betterconstructionmedia.com
2020-11-2824 min
Teach Me TigerPandemic Pick – 7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes & Small Living w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)We promised homesteady episodes, and here is a real classic that’ll surely help you prepare for the apocalypse. It’s EPISODE SEVEN, baybeee! (Remastered with love, ’cause we are better at editing now.) Originally aired May 31, 2018. This epi is all about tiny homes and big ideas. And we all know what they say about … Continue reading Pandemic Pick – 7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes & Small Living w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)
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Teach Me TigerPandemic Pick – 7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes & Small Living w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)We promised homesteady episodes, and here is a real classic that'll surely help you prepare for the apocalypse. It's EPISODE SEVEN, baybeee! (Remastered with love, 'cause we are better at editing now.)
Originally aired May 31, 2018.
This epi is all about tiny homes and big ideas. And we all know what they say about “big ideas,” amiright?? Join us in conversation with Bridget O’Flaherty (sustainability consultant and textile artist) and Meghan Robinson (tiny-home-steader and hoop dancer.) These two have REALLY “BIG IDEAS.” We chat smelly privies, large dogs, power sources, building costs and more MORE MORE (because size really does matter.)
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Island Life with Alex DenneyS2E6 - Kool-Aid (w/ Melanie Anne Padernal, Jackie Jones the Mole, and Puma the Tigress)In this week's broadcast from an island of talking animals: She's listening. She's underground. And she has a message she wants to share with you. She's Jackie Jones of The Animals Temple, and she's mixed a very special drink for actor Melanie Anne Padernal (Bernard and Huey, FILIPINO AF), Alex, and Puma!Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Melanie - Melanie Anne Padernal, Jackie Jones the Mole - Bridget Flaherty, Puma the Tigress - Jessica Lynn Verdi, Cover Art - Jeremy Raab, Production - Alex Denney-http://www.islandlifepod.com-✩ FOLLOW US...
2020-06-0934 min
Island Life with Alex DenneyS2E5 - Banana Hammock (w/ Bridget Flaherty, Tammy the Tarsier, Puma the Tigress, and Rodney the Rooster)In this week's broadcast from an island of talking animals, Alex meets writer and improviser Bridget Flaherty (National Lampoon Lemmings, Second City Hollywood), and they talk cultural differences, the importance of consent, and do some breathing exercises with Tammy the Tarsier and Puma the Tigress.Credits: Alex - Alex Denney, Bridget - Bridget Flaherty, Tammy the Tarsier - Melanie Anne Padernal, Puma the Tigress - Jessica Lynn Verdi, Cover Art - Jeremy Raab, Production - Alex Denney-http://www.islandlifepod.com-✩ FOLLOW US ✩✭ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/islandlifepod✭ TWITTER...
2020-06-0234 min
Killing Time With ArchKilling Time Episode 28 - Interview With Bridget FlahertyBridget is a friend of mine who is a storyteller. She’s the founding storyteller of LORE, a Dayton business that helps individuals and groups tell their stories. I’ve had the privilege of working with her a number of times and she’s an excellent coach. She’s done a lot of other things in her life as well, so I’m excited to talk with her and see how she’s navigating the pandemic. Join us as she talks about some of the projects she's working on and helps coach me in a story about how I knocked down the pow...
2020-04-2632 minTeach Me Tiger7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)This fresh epi is all about tiny homes and big ideas. And we all know what they say about “big ideas,” amiright?? Join us in conversation with Bridget O’Flaherty (sustainability consultant and textile artist) and Meghan Robinson (tiny-home-steader and hoop dance teacher.) These two have REALLY “BIG IDEAS.” We chat smelly privies, large dogs, power … Continue reading 7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)
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2018-05-311h 34Teach Me Tiger7 – Size Matters (Tiny Homes w/ Bridget O’Flaherty & Meghan Robinson)This fresh epi is all about tiny homes and big ideas. And we all know what they say about "big ideas," amiright?? Join us in conversation with Bridget O'Flaherty (sustainability consultant and textile artist) and Meghan Robinson (tiny-home-steader and hoop dance teacher.) These two have REALLY "BIG IDEAS." We chat smelly privies, large dogs, power sources, building costs and more MORE MORE (because size really does matter.)
xoxo Melody and Sarah
Find Meghan at www.instagram.com/spindancefly
Find Bridget at www.instagram.com/buildingsciencegirl and www.instagram.com/ecothreadart
Find Melody at www.melodystarkweather.ca
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