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The Discerning Mother#15 | From Ministry to Motherhood to Manuscripts: Carrie Walker on Trusting God’s Timing & Writing Stories that HealIn this episode of The Discerning Mother Podcast, Brigid sits down with Carrie Walker, a wife, mother of seven, former youth minister, and award-nominated author of Emma’s Hero. Carrie shares the incredible journey that led her from full-time ministry to full-time motherhood to writing her debut novel, inspired by a teen she once mentored whose baby defied medical odds.
Together, Brigid and Carrie explore:
What it means to truly discern God's timing for your family and your dreams
Carrie's experience with adoption and biological motherhood
How God placed a story on...2025-05-1332 minThe Discerning Mother#14 | Birth Is a Doorway: What Did You Let In?Birth opens us - body, mind, and soul. It’s one of the most powerful and sacred moments a woman can experience. But, it also leaves us vulnerable. In this episode, Brigid explores how birth can become a doorway to either trauma or grace, and how the enemy often uses that rawness to whisper lies about your body, your worth, and your strength.
It doesn’t have to stay that way!
Your birth story can be reclaimed.
Jesus and Mary want to meet you there.
Whether you’re freshly postpartum or still c...2025-05-0608 min
The Kick Pregnancy Podcast147. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Nineteenth Q And A SessionThis week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their nineteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:• Does having a long cervix impact your chances of having a vaginal birth?• The pros and cons for each option of birthing the placenta.• Is there anything you can do to speed up subsequent labour after having a stalled first labour?• What causes irritable uterus and can it be prevented? If you have a question...2025-05-0528 minThe Discerning Mother#12 | Trusting Your Instincts in Birth and Motherhood: A Conversation with Jennifer LauckIn this powerful episode of The Discerning Mother, Brigid Tebaldi is joined by author and speaker, Jennifer Lauck, as they discuss the importance of trusting your instincts during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Jennifer shares the deeply personal journey of her own birth experiences and how the medical system failed to honor her intuition. From the overwhelming pressure of the hospital system to the struggles of advocating for yourself as a mother, this conversation will resonate with any woman navigating her own motherhood journey.
Jennifer and I discuss her book "Show Me the Way" and how her own...2025-04-221h 08
The Mercy of Pods🚨EMERGENCY TCW MINISODE🚨 Mira Erased & Book 2 Title and Release Date RevelationsSend us a textIn this TMOP Minisode, Brigid, Clint & special guest Steph discuss the seismic recent news related to The Captive's War series by James S.A. Corey. In this minisode: We cover the recent revision to Livesuit which erases the Mina/Mira split from the written canon. RIP Mira, we hardly knew ye. Your hosts shake their collective fist at JSAC and/or their editors for messing with the podcast's theories and requiring us to update the Livesuit timeline.The extremely metal title of the next book is revealed (YAY!) and the est...2025-04-1422 minThe Mercy of PodsEpisode 9: An Overview Of The Captive's War So FarSend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 9 is a recap and overview coverage of the ENTIRETY of the published narrative for The Captive's War to date. In this episode:We talk about the overall themes and symbols of the work, including what does it mean to be human and how much of your humanity are you willing to sacrifice in order to save humanity?Brigid talks about the importance of love in this narrative.Clint g...2025-03-271h 30The Kick Pregnancy Podcast141. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Eighteenth Q And A SessionThis week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eighteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:• We get an update from a listener who had their question answered in a pervious Q&A• Birth options for someone with Deep Vein Thrombosis• How long to wait between babies after a caesarean• The use of External Cephalic Version for breeched babies• Tips for birth partners• Your first period after coming off the pill...2025-03-2435 minThe Discerning Mother#7 | Healing Through Birth: My Personal Journey of Fear, Trauma, and TransformationIn this episode, Brigid opens up about her own birth experiences, from her first, fear-filled birth to the births that followed, filled with pain, doubt, and trauma. She reflects on the lessons learned, the healing that took place, and how these births transformed her perspective on what it means to trust your body and your instincts.
If you've ever felt scared or traumatized by your birth experiences, this episode will show you that healing is possible, no matter where you’re at on your journey. Brigid shares how the process of releasing fear and embracing peace not on...2025-03-1818 minThe Discerning Mother#6 | She’s Having Her 10th Baby - So Why Is She Still Scared to Give Birth?What if you’ve given birth nine times and still feel terrified for baby number ten? In this episode, Brigid unpacks a powerful conversation with a mother expecting her tenth child, yet still battling fear and anxiety about labor.
Brigid discusses how they explored the deep-rooted fears that have followed her through each birth, from her first c-section to the “horrible” labors that came after. Why does the fear persist? And, more importantly, how can she finally let it go and step into birth with confidence, peace, and even joy?
This episode proves that no matter...2025-03-1110 minThe Mercy of PodsEpisode 8: LIVESUIT, Pt. IISend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 8 covers the second and FINAL half of The Captive's War's first novella, LIVESUIT. In this episode:We watch the futuristic noir crime drama Silent Horses through the eyes of our loveable dingbat Kirin, and we compare it to the Maltese Falcon and Blade Runner. The squad goes on vacay in Liribas and meets several interesting locals while engaging in growth team building exercises that will change their perspectives fo...2025-03-011h 30The Discerning Mother#4 | Hormones & Holiness: How Your Body’s Design Reflects God’s PlanYour hormones do more than regulate your cycle-they shape your energy, emotions, & even your spiritual life. In this episode, Brigid unpacks how hormonal balance affects your body, mind, and soul, & why honoring your natural rhythms leads to deeper peace and vitality. Discover how to work with your body, not against it.
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2025-02-2730 minThe Discerning Mother#2 | How to Trust Your Instincts Again So Motherhood Can Stop Feeling So ChaoticIn this episode, Brigid explores the powerful role of intuition in motherhood and how to reconnect with that God-given wisdom. With the world constantly offering advice, it’s easy to feel disconnected from your own instincts. Brigid dives into how to rebuild trust in yourself and practical, holistic steps to find clarity in the chaos of motherhood.
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2025-02-2717 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast137. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Seventeenth Q And A Session.This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their seventeenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:• Molar pregnancies• The use of a cook’s catheter in an induction• CMV in pregnancy• How does a shorten cervix affect a pregnancy• A retroverted uterus and pregnancy• Navigating difficult family dynamics during pregnancy• Weaning breastfeeding while pregnant• Ectopic pregnanciesYou can listen to Ep. 116 CMV in pregnancy: Why is no one talking...2025-02-2444 minThe Mercy of PodsEpisode 7: LIVESUIT, Pt. ISend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 7 covers the first half of The Captive's War's first novella, LIVESUIT. In this episode:We meet Kirin and Piotr, our Very Special Supersoldiers who are definitely certainly of course going to be just fine at the end of this cosmic sci-fi horror novella.Despite the warning of every character in this story that timelines are meaningless, we put together The OFFICIAL Livesuit Timeline by The Mercy of Pods. Br...2025-02-081h 18The Mercy of PodsEpisode 6: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. VI; SMALL BATTLES IN THE GREAT WARSend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 6 covers the sixth and FINAL part of The Mercy of Gods, SMALL BATTLES IN THE GREAT WAR. In this episode:Dafyd sells out the resistance in exchange for that sweet swarm lovin'.We say goodbye to Synnia, Jon Bernthal, and the rest of the resistance crew with one rather notable exception.your hosts lay out the podcast's plans for the next several episodes.we speculate wildly on the n...2025-01-231h 11The Kick Pregnancy Podcast132. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our sixteenth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back for The Kick's first episode of 2025 with their sixteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Long laboursThe Umbilical Cord breaking in deliveryCarrying and lifting toddlers during pregnancy Why can't someone be induced?Why a baby’s head might not engage in the pelvisSeptate UterusRetained products and mild placenta accreteSubsequent labour and births after a full dilatation emergency c-sectionExpectations for a second birth VBAC. If you have a question you want answered, plea...2025-01-2045 minThe Mercy of PodsEpisode 5: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. V; FISSURESSend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 5 covers the fifth part of The Mercy of Gods, FISSURES. In this episode:we meet all the new people that our group has discovered, including Jellit, Merrol, Dennia, and good old Llaren Morse. Dafyd and Else interview the weird and diverse alien menagerie, and discover that none of them want to talk to them at all.The Night Drinkers are lightly genocided.Brigid wants to stage an intervention fo...2025-01-091h 25The Mercy of PodsEpisode 4: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. IV; TURNABOUTSend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 4 covers the fourth part of The Mercy of Gods, TURNABOUT. In this episode:we take note of the various turnabouts that happen between our heroes, the Night Drinkers, the Carryx and other various sundry folksDafyd and the Swarm finally make whoopee, and Tonner is sad about itthe Night Drinkers attack, the humans counter-attack, and earn a surrenderwe guess as to whether "humans are endurance hunters" is foreshadowing for t...2024-12-241h 20The Mercy of PodsEpisode 3: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. III; PUZZLES (+ Anjiin Origin Theory)Send us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 3 covers the third part of The Mercy of Gods, PUZZLES. In this episode:your hosts take credit for manifesting the upcoming TV showwe break down some of the social and biological darwinism philosophies of the Carryxthe team gets a new task - be useful or elsethe Carryx stumble into a trap on Ayayeh and Clint goes into great detail about how this plays into the podcast's (probably) correct t...2024-12-021h 23The Mercy of PodsEpisode 2: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. II; CATASTROPHESend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 2 covers the second part of The Mercy of Gods, CATASTROPHE. In this episode:we cover the conquest of Anjiin by the Carryx and their menagerie of horrible animals of violence, it is not prettylots of people die, but thankfully not Campar (2024-12-0259 minThe Mercy of PodsEpisode 1: The Mercy of Gods, Pt. I; BEFORESend us a textWelcome to the Mercy of Pods, a podcast about The Captive's War by James S.A. Corey, hosted by Brigid & Clint. Episode 1 covers the first part of The Mercy of Gods, BEFORE. In this episode:we analyze the central conflict of the series, the fact that the funding colloquy is going to split up the research group!Brigid hearts Ekur-TkalalClint goes googly eyed over CamparEveryone dumps on Tonner FreisBrigid looks up what "superluminal" meanswe gush over The Swarm and detail exactly when the Swarm takes control of [CHARACTER REDACTED].we d...2024-12-021h 08The Kick Pregnancy Podcast125. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fifteenth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Embryos and twin pregnanciesPlacental abruptionsWhen is an episiotomy used?What can I do to be as healthy as possible in pregnancy?If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybabyLINKS...2024-10-2823 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast124. What is Adenomyosis? Plus Brigid's StoryIn this episode of The Kick, we talks all things Adenomyosis. Brigid shares her personal experience of having Adenomyosis, before we then talk about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this disease. This episode offers crucial insights and support to navigate this often not talked about condition.If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybabyLINKSJoin our pregnancy and birth course...2024-10-2122 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast121. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fourteenth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fourteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Taking aspirin in pregnancy to support the placenta and foetal growth.Painful postpartum intercourse.Should I be worried about ovulation spotting or bleeding?What is a MET call?Preeclampsia in pregnancyCan lubricant affect your chances of becoming pregnant?Does stress affect your fertility?If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr...2024-09-3039 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast117. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our thirteenth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their thirteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:The difference between having a private obstetrician and going through the public system for your pregnancy care. How long after weaning breastfeeding will a woman’s breasts keep lactating?Are any risks associated with having close together pregnancies?What the risks around having a 4th c-section?Uterine irritability in pregnancy and is it likely to reoccur in subsequent pregnancies.Should you wait for another per...2024-09-0232 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast112. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our twelfth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twelfth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:C-section scars and infertilityCan you get pregnant while breastfeeding?Pregnancy symptomsWhat does a single umbilical artery mean?Luteal phase defectsWhat does low AMH levels mean?RH negative pregnancies and Anti-DIf you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:https://www.speakpipe.com...2024-07-2930 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast108. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our eleventh Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eleventh Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Post-birth hormonesTearing during birth as a second time mumThe length of subsequent laboursDifferent pregnancy symptomsSleeping on your back in late pregnancyReturning to ovulation after an implanon removal.If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby2024-07-0128 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast104. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our tenth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their tenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Waters breaking early and spontaneous preterm labour.When should you seek further assistance when trying to get pregnant?Vaginal births and Caesarean sectionsWhat is a triploidy miscarriage?How long should you wait before trying again after a miscarriage?If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to answer...2024-06-0326 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast96. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our ninth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their ninth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Changes to your period after a miscarriageIs there anything you can do to reduce your risk of preeclampsiaIs breastfeeding a good form of contraceptionLifestyle impacts on male fertilitySecondary infertilityHealing tears after birthHow to chart your cycleHyper-mobility's impact on pregnancyIf you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe and it might be chosen for Dr Pat to...2024-04-0832 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast92. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our eighth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eighth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:The reoccurrence of abnormal cord insertion in subsequent pregnancies.Why you may return a positive pregnancy test after a miscarriage and D&C procedure.How long to wait before you start trying to conceive again after a miscarriage.Choosing your pregnancy care provider.Is there such thing as a Paternal Assisted C-section?If you have a question you want answered, please leave...2024-03-1132 min
ChthoniaBrigid: Fiery Goddess of the CeltsIn this week's podcast we look at my namesake, the goddess Brigid, as we have just passed Imbolc (also known as Brigid's Day). This episode focuses on the goddess rather than the saint, though there are obvious crossovers between the two. Brigid is portrayed as a triple goddess of poetry, smithcraft and healing,and is seen as a fire goddess. In the medieval Irish literature she is portrayed as the wife of the half-Fomorian Bres, and brings the art of keening to Ireland while mourning her son at the second battle of Maige Tuired (Moytura). Brigid is a goddess of...2024-02-041h 02The Kick Pregnancy Podcast84. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our sixth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their sixth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Can you ask for a different midwife during labour?Are there early signs of surgery related prolapse?Vaginal births after tearingWhat medication can you take when you are trying to conceive?Secondary infertilityObstetric cholestasisDo NIPTs results contain your babies gender?Subsequent births after a difficult labour and deliveryIf you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen...2023-10-2332 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast82. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fifth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Breast growth in pregnancyChanges in pregnancy symptoms in the first trimesterIllness and pregnancyGenetic testing and IVFThe cascade of interventionVaginal birth when your baby is measuring bigDonor egg IVF and breastfeedingRecurrent miscarriages and the next stepsIf you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby2023-10-0952 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast77. Re-release: How to become an Ovulation Ninja and fast track getting pregnantThis week on The Kick we are re-releasing this conversation between Brigid and Dr Pat about everything you need to know about ovulation. Studies show that so many women can't pick when they are ovulating. After listening to this episode you will be on the fast track to getting pregnant. In this episode Dr Pat and Brigid talk about:How to pick when you are ovulatingThe technology you may need to help track your ovulation The terms and acronyms used when talking about ovulationWhen you may need further investigation.If you want your question answered, ple...2023-09-0430 minThe Kick Pregnancy Podcast73. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fourth Q and A session.Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fourth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Travel during pregnancyDoulasWhat to expect when your period returns post-birthChoosing a planned caesarean over a vaginal birthGenetic screening testsThe next steps if you are surprised by the results of your genetic screening testListen to episode 70. Should I have a vaginal birth or caesarean section?https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/70-should-i-have-a-vaginal-birth-or-caesarean-section/id1469497070?i=1000621434801If you want your...2023-08-0729 min
The Kick Pregnancy Podcast67. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our third Q and A session.Join Dr Pat and Brigid in their third Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:Fertility and TTC after a laparoscopy for endometriosis.Does an under active thyroid have any impact on fertility?Subsequent VBACs.Reactions to unplanned pregnancies.Orthopaedic injuries and delivery options.Return to fertility after an early pregnancy miscarriage.If you have a question on IVF pregnancies that you would like answer in an upcoming episode, please leave your message on our speakpipe:https://www.speakpipe.com...2023-06-2625 min
The Kick Pregnancy Podcast63. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our second Q and A session.Join Dr Pat and Brigid in their second Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners.This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:What to do if you feel like you aren't getting pregnant fast enough.Should you remove your IUD to start monitoring your cycle.Male fertility and if there is anything the man can do to improve the quality of sperm.Getting pregnant with regular 40-44 days cycles and epilepsyDo they remove your stomach and intestines during a Caesarean? 😳If you want your question answered, please leave your mes...2023-05-2924 min
The Kick Pregnancy Podcast56. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our first Q and A session.Join Dr Pat and Brigid as they answer questions from listeners.Questions answered in this episode:After a complex first birth with ongoing pelvic health issues should I opt for Caesarean section?What is the GBS swab and should we say yes or no to this test?How common is Vasa previa and can it happen in subsequent pregnancies.How do I prepare better for newborn life?What is pregnancy and labour like when you have a history of DVTs?Resources Dr Pat and Brigid mention:https://www.jenbutler.com.au/...2023-04-1024 min
The Slavic Connexion"The Demise of the Multiethnic Soviet Union" with Brigid O'KeeffeOn this episode, author and historian Brigid O'Keeffe joins Sergio and Misha to discuss her research and newly released work on the rise and fall of the multiethnic Soviet Union. The social histories which Dr. O'Keeffe mentions are: Jeff Sahadeo's Voices from the Soviet Edge https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501738203/voices-from-the-soviet-edge/ and Adrienne Edgar's Intermarriage and the Friendship of Peoples https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501762949/intermarriage-and-the-friendship-of-peoples/#bookTabs=1
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Brigid O'Keeffe is a Professor of History at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York. She is a specialist on the history...2022-11-0846 min
The Cheap SeatsBrigid Quit Her Job!Brigid and Ty discuss her decision of quitting her 9-5, "burning the ships", and going all in on herself and her businesses. We briefly cover what ventures she's chasing next, including wedding photography and Google Ads consulting. We talk emotions and how those closest to her supported her taking a leap of faith in her entrepreneurial career. Tune in. 2022-09-0715 min
The Brigid & Josh ShowWho Stole the Bishops'.... Statement?No, sir, it was not I!We didn't steal it, but we're excited to break open the 2022 Australian Catholic Bishop's Election Statement! As we approach the last few days of the campaign, Brigid and Josh are excited to do a (somewhat) deep dive into "Towards a Better Kind of Politics," written by Archbishop Mark Coleridge on behalf of the Australian Bishops. This document lays out some key, topical issues that have come up throughout this election cycle, and presents something of the Catholic perspective on these issues. Join Brigid and Josh as they discuss these issues and...2022-05-1744 minThe Brigid & Josh ShowDemocracy Season: The Final Countdown!It's the FINAL COUNTDOWN! Guys, we've made it. After 6 long, somewhat agonising weeks, we're on the home straight. With election day this Saturday, Brigid and Josh get together to discuss what's happened and what's possible come 6pm on Saturday night. We also answer a question or two, as well as try to provide some peeeeeeace and chill, because voting stress seems to be a bit of a vibe out there (and who can blame you!)
So buckle up, crank that Soulja Boy and ease your electoral woes with Brigid and Josh as we make our final stop on the way...2022-05-1732 minThe Brigid & Josh ShowTribal Council: Australia StyleSo you might be wondering, sure we've spoken a lot about politics and faith and being a young Catholic over the last couple of years, but what do we do when actually GET to election day? Fear not! Brigid and Josh are here to walk you through the voting process.... Everything from how to enrol, where to go for info, what to do with the how to vote cards you get given and most importantly where you put your numbers in the box to make sure your voice is heard. So buckle up and enjoy the ride as Brigid and...2022-04-1040 min
Books and ClevernessOne Day I'll Finish ItWe're back! And we're going to finish it this time! (Probably!) After much planning and recording, we have our first return episode. In this episode we cover the major news thus far in 2022, answer a couple of In the Common Room questions, and we talk about a couple of announcements that affect the rest of the calendar year. Good news is we'll finally be finishing the first book very shortly. Note: There are some technical difficulties with the recording and we apologize for any inconsistencies in this episode's audio. You can find us at: 2022-04-051h 11The Brigid & Josh ShowIt's Democracy Season!There's nothing like the smell of ballots, corflutes and sausage sizzles in the morning... This can mean only one thing: It's democracy season! With the Federal election just around the corner, Brigid and Josh are embarking on an exciting new season of episodes, focused on the upcoming national poll. In this first episode, Josh and Brigid invite you to buckle up as we take a whirlwind pilgrimage of sorts around the nation, looking at the state of play as we move towards to election!2022-03-2041 minThe Brigid & Josh ShowEpisode 8: Plenary Councilwoman CooneyIt's been a while! Brigid and Josh get the band back together and touch base after a decent break. What better way to get back into the podcast by discussing what's been going on in our lives over the last few months?! In this episode, Josh asks Brigid about her recent experience as a member of the Plenary Council. Brigid tells us a bit about what the Plenary Council is, what it involves and shares about her experience of the first session of the Council!2022-01-1335 min
Brigid Sandell Soul ChatsIntroduction to Brigid Sandell Soul ChatsBrigid Sandell Soul Chats is just that; a place for women to come together, connect in and chat from the soul. An invitation to share visions for our newest realities and connect deeply into our own level of soul mastery; whatever that looks like for you.Join Brigid in more cohesively hearing the calling of the soul and bringing that to life as we navigate the big topics that allow vibrancy to enliven our inner visionary, soul sister and enrich our external reality with possibility.We will delve deeper into s...2021-05-0201 min
Talk Bhríde28. HoB Dub's Favorite Reads: World Book DayIn this episode Katie, Katy, Matt, and Maddie talk about their favorite books! Why? WORLD BOOK DAY! Want to check out BOTH HOB Wexford and Dublin's favorite books? Be sure to check out the House of Brigid Instagram (@houseofbrigid) page and head over to the "HOB recs" highlight on the profile! Have any favorite or meaningful books that you want to share with us? Feel free to email talkbhride@gmail.com (we will send you stickers!). Saint Brigid, Pray for Us! 2021-04-2843 minThe Brigid & Josh ShowWhat's Making News?!What's Making News?!Welcome back to the Brigid and Josh Show! In the first episode of Season 2, Brigid and Josh kick off the year looking at a couple of news items that took their fancy. Josh breaks open the results of the WA State Election and what it might mean for other elections due this year, and Brigid looks at the JobKeeper program as it is set to wind up this Sunday; how well has the stimulus policy served the common good, and could it have been delivered in a better way? 2021-03-2641 min
ChthoniaMaman BrigitteThe first podcast of 2021 focuses on the loa Maman Brigitte, a hard drinking, sensual spirit that protects the unrepresented dead, and has a very direct relationship to the Irish goddess (and saint) Brigid. Music: Adapted from "Secret Door" by Anastasia Vronski, [CC 4.0] URL: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Anastasia_Vronski/Estrangements_volume_2/09_-_Secret_DoorComments: http://freemusicarchive.org/Copyright: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/2021-01-1035 minThe Brigid & Josh ShowEpisode 4: Catholic Social Teaching!Episode 4: Catholic Social Teaching!On this episode, Brigid and Josh discuss "Catholic Social Teaching," which is the body of teaching the Church offers for the way Catholics should interact with society! This is our first crack into Church teaching which is exciting!Catholic Social Teaching (CST) usually refers the body of teaching offered by the Church, especially since the late 1800s, that seeks to form how Catholics engage with the world around them. CST is drawn from Scripture, the teaching of the Church and from our lived experience. It is directed towards real...2020-11-1229 min
Books and ClevernessLike Riding a BikeIt's the last time we're going back to 2018. In an age before... all this, Archer and Brigid talk a bit about Quidditch and Wizarding Sports before discussing Chapter 9: "The Midnight Duel." You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: https://twitter.com/archerelleen http://instagram.com/archerelleen archer@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Brigid: https://twitter.com/basicallybrigid http...2020-10-271h 04The Brigid & Josh ShowEpisode 2: The System!The System!In this episode, Brigid and Josh break open the Australian political system. They discuss the different levels of government across local, state and federal levels, as well as the difference between the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches of government. They discuss the different people who make up the government, the way the Cabinet works, and how the government is held to account. They finish by looking at why the system is important, and how understanding the system helps young Catholics better engage in politics and society.How it WorksAustralia's political system is...2020-10-1438 min
Books and ClevernessShrug and Move OnWe've made it a month! In October's Potterwatch, Archer and Brigid discuss the most recent news, from new merch to updates on Fantastic Beasts and Universal to brand new video games. We also talk about what types of expansion we'd like to see in the Wizarding World. Finally, we suggest watching Bryan Seeker's YouTube recasting series. You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: htt...2020-10-0647 min
Books and ClevernessSoup and ScrapbooksIn yet another episode from back in 2018, Archer and Brigid are joined by a guest host: Hannah! We go over Chapter 8 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, "The Potions Master," discuss our favorite and least favorite magical classes, and try to figure out how potions work. You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: https://twitter.com/archerelleen http://instagram.com/archer...2020-09-291h 05The Brigid & Josh ShowEpisode 1: Welcome to the Show!Welcome to the Brigid & Josh Show! On our first episode we share a little bit about who we are, and what the podcast is about. 2020-09-2821 min
Books and ClevernessThe Problem of RowlingIn this short episode, Archer and Brigid talk about Rowling, how you can deal with an author who's turned out to be pretty terrible, and how we're going to deal with it personally and on the podcast. They also give suggestions for other authors and books you can read or give to the kids in your life. You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: h...2020-09-2334 min
The We Want Arts! PodcastAedín MoloneyBrigid and Shannon sit down with Aedín Moloney, American and Irish TV, Theatre and Film actress and producer. Listen to their conversation about past productions, female representation in the arts, and more.2020-09-2118 min
Books and ClevernessAfraid of ToilWe're back at Hogwarts with the return of our chapter analysis (from way back in 2018). In this episode we look at Chapter 7 from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: The Sorting Hat. We talk about the Sorting process, the Welcome Feast and Archer has Brigid play a game in Ask Me Another. You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: https://twitter.com/archerelleen 2020-09-091h 48
The Kick Pregnancy Podcast42. How long to wait between babies and why?How long between babies is a question that pops up ALOT. It is a big topic with lots of different factors in helping you make your decision.Financially able? Physically ready? Emotionally ready? Mentally ready? Even how many babies are you planning?All of these things matter when trying to decide when to have your next baby.In this episode we sneak in a little chat about our own journey and the factors we considered to help us decide when to try for another baby.+MOREWant t...2020-09-0420 min
Books and ClevernessAll the NewsIn our first full Potterwatch episode, Archer and Brigid have a lot to cover. As quickly as possible, the go over the last two years worth of Potter-related news and reminisce on what once was (and will be again). We also have our first recommendation. See what Archer suggests you listen to for your first wrock band. You can find us at: http://booksandclevernesspodcast.com https://www.facebook.com/bandcpodcast https://twitter.com/books_clevernes http://instagram.com/books_clevernes commonroom@booksandclevernesspodcast.com Archer: h...2020-09-021h 02