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The Fiction LoungeJess and Hannah's Favorite Books of 2025: Q1Jess and Hannah discuss their top four books of the first quarter of the year, each bringing an honorary mention as well! We want to make a note to apologize for Jess's audio quality, as she was recording this during a thunderstorm and sounds like she's a First Time Caller into a radio show. (Pun fully intended.)SHOW NOTESHannah's Book Picks:Onyx Storm by Rebecca YarrosFunny Story by Emily HenryThe Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christine LefteriOne Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El AkkadFirst Time Caller by B.K. Borison2025-05-271h 11
Solo 2.0Overcoming Disordered Eating & Rewriting “Food Rules” to Become Viral Food Blogger/Chef, @lovelydelites (with Hannah Kling)Hannah Kling is a writer, recipe developer, and the creator behind @lovelydelites—what started as a food blog and creative outlet has grown into a full-blown viral sensation. From a 3 hour job commute to becoming a full time viral recipe creator with nearly 1M+ followers across platforms, Hannah shares her journey of healing her relationship with food, redefining what food freedom looks like, and how she turned a passion into purpose. What We Cover: -Hannah’s history with disordered eating and the moment she realized something needed to change -How she...2025-05-071h 06
The Brave B*tches Podcast33: Jess - Friendship Breakups & Growing Through Change in Your 20sLet’s talk about the friendships that shape us, the ones that break our hearts, and the brave-ass decisions we make to live a life that’s actually ours.In this raw and honest convo, I’m joined by Jess Diamond—mindset coach, podcast host, and certified Brave B*tch—who knows what it’s like to lose the people you thought would always be there… and then rebuild from that place. We get into the messy, beautiful chaos of friendships in your twenties, the ache of growing apart, and the courage it takes to start over—whether that’s i...2025-05-0759 minThe Fiction LoungeHannah and Jess Get Interviewed!Guest interviewer Jordan asks Jess and Hannah about their writing journeys, spoiler-free synopses of their books, and even asks about the most unconventional writing advice they've gotten!Do you have feedback or episode requests for us? Fill out this form to let us know.Don't forget to follow us on social media: @thefictionlounge on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads! And you can always visit our website!2025-04-081h 13
how to twenty-somethingEp. 91 Braving Through Your Twenties with Hannah Sol MarieBeing brave does not mean you are without fear, in fact it means you are filled with fear but you are able to take action despite it. This episode of How To Twenty-Something invites Hannah Sol Marie of Brave Bitches to discuss how she owned her bravery throughout her twenties. We talk about how bravery shows up, what being brave is, and all of the mindset that comes with stepping into your most brave self. If you have a habit of talking yourself out of your dreams or wanting more for yourself, then this episode is for you!2025-03-1053 min
Reading Hannah Arendt with Roger BerkowitzOn the Revolutionary Spirit with Neil Roberts and Jess Feldman | Bonus EpisodeIn this bonus episode recorded in collaboration with Radio Kingston, we share a preview of our spring conference on Hannah Arendt and Black Revolutionary Thought, organized by Jess Feldman, where Neil Roberts will give the 3rd annual DeGruyter-Arendt Center keynote lecture on March 27th at Bard College. The lecture is open to the public, and global listeners can tune in to the livestream on our YouTube channel at 5:30pm EST.
This conversation covers some of the themes that will be explored in the conference and keynote lecture, including Arendt's concepts of revolutionary spirit, freedom, the challenges of b...2025-03-0739 minThe Brave B*tches Podcast28: Jess - The Magic of Writing, Fantasy, and CommunityWhat happens when you pour your heart into a fantasy novel? Jess Layne knows all about it. In this episode, we dive into her debut book, the writing process, and the wild world of character development (yes, we’re talking A Court of Thorns and Roses type shit). Jess shares how social media has helped her connect with other creatives, how writing fantasy unlocked new levels of creativity in her life, and why blending personal experiences into a story can be both terrifying and transformative.We’re also fangirling over book series, deba...2025-02-2659 min
Got Together[ 09 | S1Ep9 ] “Past Hannah was in Denial”In the penultimate episode of Season 1, Hannah and Jess delve into the shocking events of Ep9 whilst dealing with their denial over Syrio. Stay tuned for discussions around the Chronicles of Narnia, Star Wars and the War of the Roses before they try and try again to get back on topic after yet another Harry Potter tangent.[ Where Else to Find Got Together ]Head over to Instagram, Twitter and TikTok where you can find and follow us @gottogetherpod or click the links below to go directly thereInstagram: https://www.instagram.com...2025-02-251h 05
Rewild YouBadass Athlete to Self-Care Mentor: Jess Simson’s Journey of Self-DiscoveryJess Simson shares her remarkable journey from struggling with mental health to becoming an elite endurance athlete—and ultimately discovering joy and authenticity. Growing up in New Zealand and now residing in the Canadian Rockies, Jess reflects on how she turned personal challenges into opportunities for growth and transformation.Jess opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to endurance sports, how she overcame self-doubt and resistance, and the lessons learned from hitting burnout. Through her story, she offers profound insights into the power of movement, the importance of trusting your instincts, and how to reconnect wi...2025-01-231h 02
Getting Down & WordyJessica Catena Music Notes with Jess Podcast InterviewNext week we will be talking about "Espresso" by Sabrina Carpenter, so this week we brought on a Sabrina Carpenter fan, our friend Jess from the wonderful music news podcast Music Notes with Jess.
We also talk about her podcast, music pet peeves, and the New York dialect.
Find Jess's podcast anywhere you get podcasts, or at this link:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/music-notes-with-jess/id1482464592
Also follow her podcast on instagram at this link:
https://www.instagram.com/musicnoteswithjess/
Find us on instagram here: https...2024-12-2949 min
Sturdy Girl51. Exploring Embodiment: It Goes Beyond Just Body Image with Hannah Silva-BreenLet’s welcome Hannah Silva Breen, a PhD candidate in sports exercise and performance psychology and a practitioner in clinical mental health counseling. Jess and Hannah discuss Hannah's educational and professional journey, her focus on embodiment and mental performance consulting, and her personal experiences with body image, disordered eating, and athletic identity. Hannah elaborates on her research around embodiment in athletes and offers insights on maintaining a healthy mental and physical relationship with oneself.Episodes mentioned: 11. Unwrapping a Stress-Free Holiday: Navigating Food, Body Image, and Self-Care15. How to Have Your Best Year Yet: Emb...2024-12-2056 minThe Fiction LoungeBonus Episode: Hannah and Jess's 2024 ReadsJoin Hannah and Jess as they discuss their favorite books of the year!2024-12-1934 min
Are We Happy Yet?Ep. 12: How can being in community with others help us understand ourselves more? With Heather + Jess of Hey BirdieJess and Heather join Are We Happy Yet? to talk about how they followed their curiosity to create Hey Birdie, in their effort to make an impact on the loneliness epidemic in women. They talk to us about their experience asking themselves questions like how can we get women to connect? Who are we underneath all of the things we do? What happens when we achieve the goals that we, and culture, have set for us and still feel that something’s missing?
We talk about the faux sense of connection in today’s mode...2024-11-191h 06
The Awfully Quiet Podcast#42: From Shy to Unstoppable: Jess Williamson on How to Succeed QuietlyPinch me, because I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Jess Williamson on the podcast. Jess is a Business & Mindset Mentor, Speaker, and Author of the book "Unstoppable Success." She's an advocate (and my personal rockstar) for setting delusional, illogical goals and removing any limits to what you can achieve. Starting out as a "shy and quiet introvert," who was underestimated by her classmates, Jess has since founded and run five businesses in the past eight years, delivered a TEDx talk, and continues to inspire with her work.In this episode, we delve into h...2024-08-1350 min
The Strange Collective LTD - Alternative HealingAwakening the Inner Witch Meditation
What is Awakening the Inner Witch Meditation - This meditation is designed to help you tap into your inner witch, connecting you with your innate wisdom, intuition, and magical abilities. It guides you through a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, grounding you with the Earth’s ancient energy and awakening your inner power. By visualising and engaging with your inner witch, you can manifest your intentions and embrace your true potential.
Gain early access to our guided meditations, as well as interactive workbooks, exclusive deep dive articles, personalised spiritual challenges, monthly tarot readings & live healing sessions by joining our Ga...2024-08-0107 minThe Strange Collective LTD - Alternative HealingHarmony of Cosmic Rhythms for Abundance Meditation Journey
This meditation invites you to align with the transformative energies of June, harnessing the peak of light and the celestial rhythms to manifest abundance and growth.
As we synchronise with these cosmic currents, this guided journey helps to amplify our intentions and embrace holistic well-being, mirroring the natural cycles of the universe.
Experience the profound connection with the cosmos, grounding your spirit in the harmonising energies of the sun and moon.
Gain early access to our guided meditations, as well as interactive workbooks, exclusive deep dive articles, personalised spiritual challenges, monthly tarot readings & live healing sessions by joining our...2024-06-2008 min
Clothed in Strength PodcastThe Strength of Pain Free Intimacy - Dealing with and Overcoming Vaginismus (Ft. Jess Seitz)Join us today about breaking free from painful intimacy! So many women, especially in the church, do not experience the beauty and pleasure of sex the way God designed it. Hannah is joined by a new friend, Jess, to learn about how we can experience freedom in sex and recover from vaginismus. Jess Seitz is a trauma-informed pelvic floor occupational therapist and founder of Pain-Free Intimacy, where she works as a vaginismus recovery coach to help women from around the world break free of the pain and frustration of vaginismus to enjoy intimacy the way it was...2024-06-0956 minThe Strange Collective LTD - Alternative HealingManifestation and Creativity Guided Meditation | Unlock Your Creative Potential
Welcome to our Manifestation and Creativity Guided Meditation, a transformative journey brought to you by the Conscious Cosmos Academy. In this session, guided by Hannah Strange, Priestess and Spiritual Mentor, you will tap into the abundant energies of May to unlock your deepest creative potential and manifest your truest desires.
🌟 What to Expect:
Grounding Exercises: Begin by grounding yourself with the nurturing energy of the Earth, creating a stable foundation for your creative journey.
Heart Connection: Open your heart to receive and amplify the energies of creativity and love.
Creative Visualization: Envision your ideal future as you set powerful, per...2024-06-0107 minThe Strange Collective LTD - Alternative HealingEmbracing the Earth's Reawakening Guided Meditation
This meditation invites you to align with the renewing energies of spring as the Earth goes through a reawakening and comes alive. As we witness nature’s vibrant rebirth, this guided journey helps to release the old and embrace new beginnings, mirroring the natural cycles of growth and renewal. Experience the profound connection with Mother Earth, grounding your spirit in her nurturing embrace and the promise of fresh starts.
Gain early access to our guided meditations, as well as interactive workbooks, exclusive deep dive articles, personalised spiritual challenges, monthly tarot readings & live healing sessions by joining our Galactic Guild Me...2024-05-0106 minThe Strange Collective LTD - Alternative HealingHarmonising with Mother Earth Meditation 🌍🩷
Mother Earth Meditation Duration: Approximately 7 minutes
Guided by Hannah Strange, the revered Priestess & Guide of the Conscious Cosmos Academy, this meditation video invites you on a tranquil journey to deepen your connection with Mother Earth and integrate her nurturing essence into your spiritual practices. Through a sequence of grounding visualisations and affirmations, you are called to embrace the harmonious energy of Mother Earth, fostering a profound bond with the natural world.
🌍 Key Highlights of the Meditation:
Ground Yourself with Mother Earth's Energy: Visualise connecting deeply with Mother Earth, establishing a stable and nurturing foundation for your spiritual journey.
Embrace the...2024-04-0107 min
Wicked WanderingsEp. 29: Abuse Survivors Turn to ViolenceSend us a textImagine carrying a burden so heavy that it pushes you to the edge of society's darkest taboo: murder. This is the grim reality for some women, a topic that Hannah, Jess, and special contributor mom courageously explore. Our latest episode ventures into the shadows of crime where we uncover the stories of women forced by severe personal trauma to take a life, often as a cataclysmic response to relentless abuse. We're peeling back the layers of a 2016 Marquette University study to discuss the stark reality of how the legal system often fails these...2024-03-2029 min