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Investier oder verlierMehr Rendite als ETFs? 3 Schritte zu echter Outperformance | Simon Weishar | Daniel Hahn | WikifolioInterview | Börsentag Berlin 2025 (1/8)
Passiv investieren mit ETFs ist deine Basis, aber echte Outperformance holst du dir mit ausgewählten, aktiv gemanagten Strategien. In diesem Kurzinterview erklären Daniel Hahn (wikifolio) und Top‑Trader Simon Weishar, wie du wikifolios gezielt als Alpha‑Baustein neben deinem ETF‑Depot nutzt. Du lernst Simons „Grundinvest“-Ansatz kennen: fundamentale Value‑Strategie, Score‑Modell gegen Angst und Gier und klare Kriterien, für wen sich aktives Investieren wirklich lohnt. Perfekt für Anleger in Deutschland und Österreich, die ihr Depot nach dem Core‑Satellite‑Prinzip weiterdenken wollen.
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2025-12-1511 min
Know It, Live ItBold in Bearing Testimony with Janine SimonsDive into the illuminating spiritual journey of author Janine Simons in this engaging episode. Janine discusses the venturesome world of self-publishing her religious books and the daunting challenges of independent publishing in the digital age. Beyond her career, she explores her deep Christian faith, the soul-stirring experience of using writing as a healing process, and the transcendent power of sacrifice and personal faith. From traveling through Europe to unearthing family history, this conversation is packed with insights on embracing divine timing, sharing your testimony of Jesus Christ, and using social media marketing to spread messages of hope and inspiration.
2025-11-2633 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesThe Singing PrincessA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the princess, the fae, and the young father. A princess suffers from a mysterious malady and a prize is promised for her cure. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2025-10-0910 min
Elbows UpWe're talking separation now, Alberta? Really?!For a whole lot of Canadians outside the prairie province—and a good number of Albertans, too—the province's recent flirtation with an independence referendum seems ... unhelpful, to put it mildly. At a moment Canadian unity has never been more important, Alberta's premier seems to be undermining that effort. Is this a cheap political ploy? A well reasoned approach to real provincial greivances? Or something else?Jordan and Laura discuss how the rest of Canada is feeling about Alberta these days, then Jordan interviews Senator Paula Simons to get to the bottom of what's really happening in the...
2025-05-2741 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesA Hoard of Cheese A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of well aged cheese. In which a hoard is guarded. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2025-01-2205 min
What to Read Next Podcast l Book Recommendation ShowSweet to Sinful: Charity Ferrell on Small Towns and Mafia RomancesThis post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.Join Laura as she chats with romance author Charity Ferrell about her writing journey. Charity shares how she transitioned from small-town romance to the darker world of mafia romance, how she tackles writer's block, and what’s next in her writing pipeline. Whether you’re a fan of sweet small towns or gritty mafia vibes, Charity's books offer a little something for everyone!Books Mentioned:Just a Fling (Blue Beach series) by Charity Ferrell https://amzn...
2024-09-1016 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesAnd they were flatmatesA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about a cohabitation calamity. Surely all that stuff about vampires and werewolves not getting along is just nonsense, right? Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2024-07-1552 min
Call Her HolyWaiting, Disappointment, & Purpose in the Present w Ruth Chou SimonsThe girls are joined by Ruth Chou Simons, Bestselling author, artist, speaker, & mom of 6 boy.You’ll hear from her on how to find joy when it feels like you’re waiting on dreams to come true or things to get better, and get a sneak peak of her new book Now and Not Yet.It’s possible to thrive & find purpose while you’re waiting—this episode will help you know how.Find Ruth & her new book here: Book: https://bit.ly/3JSbYIq
2024-05-081h 03
Patchwork Fairy TalesMagical AccidentsA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about a meet-cute in an emergency room. Because dealing with magic comes with certain challenges. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2024-03-2519 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesI am taking this podcast off SpotifyTranscript here: Hi everyone, it's Laura. I wanted to let you all know that because of Spotify's new terms of service, I have decided to no longer have my podcast on their platform. If I did they would have the right to transcribe or translate my stories, without even giving me the option to object if they get it wrong. It means they could change my stories without my input. That's absolutely unacceptable for a distribution platform. I can't accept these new terms, so I have to take the podcast off Spotify entirely. I know a lot...
2024-03-0301 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesHome A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of supernatural thoughts. In which a home is made. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2023-12-2705 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesA Summoning A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of family fun. In which an aunt is summoned to lunch. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2023-11-0704 min
INTUITION for Women + TeensBONUS Episode: Healing Your Mind, Body, and Soul - My conversation with Laura Lorentz on the Empowered Essence PodcastCONFIDENCE CAN BE ACCESSED WHEN WE TRULY CONNECT WITH OURSELVES
Laura Lorentz is a Business Coach and Human Design Mentor who began her journey of entrepreneurship right in the freshness of motherhood.
Join us for a conversation while I share about my journey during motherhood and how it began to heal my mind, body, and soul.
Part of that journey includes being sober.We discuss how motherhood changed us both so profoundly, and how the creative outlet of building a podcast changed so much for me.
2023-10-1335 min
InProdE13: An Unchartered Route into Venture Capital with Sean Simons (Newark Venture Partners)Today, we sat down with Sean Simons, a Senior Associate at Newark Venture Partners. Sean had an untraditional path into Venture Capital. He started his career at PhotoShelter and 212 brewing before beginning a fellowship at NVP. While at NVP, he worked as a scrap collector and airplane washer. Five years later, Sean has built a strong brand by leading impressive investments within supply chain & logistics. Join us as Sean dives into getting his foot in the door, how to win deals, theme-focused sourcing, why the supply chain is essential, and the future of maritime technology.Episode Chapters:
2023-09-0631 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesThe Fox at the WindowA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the merchant, the siblings, and the golden ring. A kind merchant brings her son a mysterious ring she found on her travels and the young man is soon visited by its rightful owner. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2023-07-2921 min
The Authentic Uprising ShowEp 4.11 - Can You Ever Exhaust God's Grace? with Laura AcunaIn this episode of the AU podcast, Jill talks with Laura Acuna about God's grace and whether or not we need to be worried about it running out on us. Laura shares her story and how God has helped her to ditch diets and choose to live in his grace instead. Find out more about Laura and what she's working on at her website: https://laura-acuna.com/ Want to learn more about why you should be identifying the lies you are believing and building your toolbox to fight them? Take our totally free School of...
2023-03-2827 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesEast of the Towels, West of the SinkA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about the trials of cohabitation. Sometimes renting an apartment comes with very peculiar problems to be negotiated. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2023-03-0809 min
Zum Scheitern VerurteiltMara
Es gibt Zuwachs im Hause Hansen, der Lotti erstmal alles andere als glücklich macht. Außerdem ist Peter Pan ein krankes Schwein. Und es gibt einen guten Grund, immer eine Zange dabei zu haben!
Schreibt doch mal wieder: hallo@zsvpodcast.de
Und: Wenn ihr Simons neue Sendung zu seiner Playlist "Simon's Sunday" bei Spotify hören wollt, dann findet ihr die hier.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2qlt2xFWSBxGaIAcIgALoS
Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!
2023-01-081h 01
Zum Scheitern VerurteiltGriff ins Klo
Ist heute ein Tag, oder Tag eins? Müsst ihr wissen. Es ist jedenfalls Tag eins von 2023 und der beginnt, mit einem Rückblick auf die Weihnachtsfeiertage - die durchaus auch mal einen „Augen zu und durch!“ Moment hatten. Aber warum nur zurückblicken, wenn doch ein neues, unbeschriebenes Jahr vor uns liegt.
Und: Wenn ihr Simons neue Sendung zu seiner Playlist "Simon's Sunday" bei Spotify hören wollt, dann findet ihr die hier:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2qlt2xFWSBxGaIAcIgALoS
Schreibt doch mal wieder: hallo@zsvpodcast.de
Du möchtest mehr über unsere Wer...
2023-01-011h 02
Patchwork Fairy TalesGo-Lucky MarieA Fix-it Fairy Tale: more kindness, more consent and more inclusivity for 'Hans In Luck'. A story about three years work, one day's travel, five trades, and a young man with a never-ending supply of good-nature. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2022-12-1520 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesTo Teleportation A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of neighbourly niceties. In which a stairwell is thoroughly defeated. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2022-10-0704 min
elevatr PodcastSimon Sack über die Potenziale und Grenzen von KI in der Hospitality Branche
In Deutschland beschäftigen sich weniger als 10 Prozent der Unternehmen mit Künstlicher Intelligenz, so Techhead Simon Sack. Für den gemeinsamen Weg in Richtung Industrie 4.0 sind also noch viele Wegbegleiter zu begeistern. Auch aus der Hospitality Branche. Denn gerade die Guest Journey eines gastgewerblichen Unternehmens bietet in Simons Augen enorme Potenziale für den Einsatz von KI.
Ob auch die Back of House-Bereiche eines Hotels schon bald wie ein autonom fahrendes Fahrzeug funktionieren, ob KI in Zukunft auch eine ethisch-moralische Ebene zu besetzen vermag und wie Künstliche Intelligenz und Nachhaltigkeit zusammenpassen? Darüber spricht der Gründe...
2022-09-1340 min
Born Again BroadcastWhen Strivings Cease and LonelinessIn this episode, Emilee and Laura discuss the book When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons and discuss the topic of loneliness from a Biblical perspective.
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2022-08-131h 01
Patchwork Fairy TalesA Happy Haunting A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of unusual inventory. In which working at a toy store has some surprises. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2022-06-2805 min
Zum Scheitern VerurteiltRuf der Wildnis
Premiere aus Simons Küche! Während Kühlschränke auf- und Zecken rausgemacht werden, werden Karriere-Träume begraben: Zum Fernsehen wird „Ciao!“ gesagt.
(Im Sinne von Tschüss.)
Schreibt doch mal wieder: hallo@zsvpodcast.de
Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte!
2022-05-1558 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesProfessional Pocket Dragon A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of creatures and coworkers. In which a pocket dragon is very professional indeed. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2022-04-2403 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesMusic in the Mist A Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of watery surprises. In which a violin sings in the mist. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2022-02-2504 min
Digging Deeper with the Ancients2.1 Groundhogs DaySend us a text
Come with us and discover the ancient beginnings of Groundhogs Day and see what kind of Pop culture references have for all of the celebrations.
Groundhogs Day 1993
Before I Fall 2017
Every Day
Russian Doll 2019
Palm Springs 2020
Doctor Who "Eve of the Daleks" 2022
Edge of Tomorrow 2014
ARQ 2016
Buffy the Vampire Slayer "Life Serial" 2001
Star Trek: The Next Generation "Cause and Effect" 1992
Angel "Time Bomb" 2004
Charmed "Deja Vu All Over Again" 1999
X-Files "Monday" 1999
Day Break 2006-2007
Westworld 2016-
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2022-02-0228 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesThe Lindworm PrinceA Fix-it Fairy Tale: more kindness, more consent and more inclusivity for 'Prince Lindworm'. Two queens are so eager to have a baby that they forget to follow a witches advice and one of their sons is born in the body of a lindworm. Order the anthology I will feature in here: Dark Cheer Cryptids Emerging Volume Blue And its sister volume here: Volume Silver Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out...
2021-12-0329 min
Living in the Light with Laura LeighS3E6 Why We Can Quit Striving with Ruth Chou SimonsIf we believe that Jesus is truly enough, why do we spend all these hours trying to be enough?
Colossians 1:17
“He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”
The pressure is off. Because of his grace, all things hold together. It is by the grace of God and through our faith in Him where we find immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine. (Eph 3:20-21).
Today Ruth Chou Simons joins the conversation to encourage us with the Gospel of grace. As we continue this season of immea...
2021-10-1951 min
Eine Prise Achtsamkeit#07 Herzhunger - Kennst du das?Send us a textVanilleeis bei Liebeskummer, Nervennahrung für die Prüfung und Trostschoki für den zweiten Platz... Kommt dir das bekannt vor? In dieser Folge geht es um Herzhunger: Wie Essen mit Emotionen verknüpft ist und wie wir manchmal Emotionen mit Essen regulieren. Referenzen: Bays, J. C. (2017). Mindful eating: A guide to rediscovering a healthy and joyful relationship with food. Shambhala. Macht, M., Simons, G. (2000). "Emotions and eating in everyday life." Appetite 35: 65‐71Warren, J. M., Smith, N. & Ashwell, M. (2017). A structured literature review on the role of mindfulness, mindful eating...
2021-10-1620 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesWolf's Best FriendA Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of paws and parenting. In which two fathers find a pet for their son. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-10-1104 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesThe Soldier, the Princess and the TinderboxA Fix-it Fairy Tale: more kindness, more consent and more inclusivity for 'The Tinderbox'. A kind, clever soldier finds herself in possession of something magical and happens upon a princess locked away in a castle. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-09-1139 min
Risen MotherhoodPrayer 04: Wisdom From Ruth Chou SimonsWe believe prayer is important—even necessary—but where do we even begin? Listen in as Laura chats with a seasoned mom of six boys (yes, six!). You may know Ruth Chou Simons as the founder of Gracelaced and from her award-winning books. But we're also thankful for her as one of the Risen Motherhood Board Members, so we're excited to share her motherhood wisdom with you today! She gives her tips for making prayer part of your family routine, how to give your kids language for prayer, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode!
2021-09-0827 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesOf Lemurs and LibrariesA Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of old books and fuzzy snouts. In which a new library assistant meets some very special library occupants. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-08-1205 min
The Authentic Uprising ShowEp. 9 - Abundant Everyday JoyIn this lovely chat, Laura and Jill talk about the ways that the ordinary life is an opportunity to come to know Jesus more and better embrace the joy He has for us. Follow Laura's work at www.encountergrace.co If you would like access to an amazing monthly chat with Jill and a special guest and support future events like this one, as well as our podcast and YouTube show consider becoming a monthly patron of For the Joy Missionary here: https://www.patreon.com/joymissionary For more amazing, uplifting joy, follow o...
2021-06-2938 min
Motivational Mindset with Laura EvelynHOW TO GET WHAT YOU WANT!This episode covers how to manifest the life you desire! So let me ask you, what exactly is that that you want to have? Get specific!! How will that make you feel? Who do you have to be? Now merge into that person you would be if you already had the life you desire, and the energy you produce in the world will pull that reality toward you. Head over to my YouTube channel to watch this podcast live! Please subscribe to my channel so you get to see my latest episodes every single week! 😁 FACEBOOK @ https://www.facebook.com/lau...
2021-05-1915 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynHYPNOTHERAPY FOR INNER HEALINGThis episode gives you a taste of what it is like to experience hypnotherapy with me. I design my hypnotherapy scriptures for my individual clients, to help them heal areas of their mind, body and soul that we have been working on during their coaching sessions. This is a sample of one of my scriptures I use to help heal inner conflict between your inner child, emotions and ego. To experience hypnotherapy and coaching with me, head over to Laura Evelyn on Facebook and Instagram to get in touch with me. I hope you enjoy this calm, peaceful experience. Xx
2021-05-1048 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynEGO, EMOTIONS, AND HOW USE THEM TO ALIGN WITH YOUR TRUE PURPOSEThis episode dives into what our ego and emotions are, why we have them, how they work, and how to use them as a superpower to push to towards your purpose! I also share an NLP tool to help shift negative emotions when they are getting too overwhelming. Go over to Laura Evelyn on FB and Instagram and follow for more tools and techniques to manage your emotions 🙏🏼
2021-05-0351 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Girl Engaged to the Northern WindA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the vow, the four winds and the frozen tears. Three siblings each make a wish about who they wish to marry when they grow up and the middle child finds her declaration most unexpectedly answered. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-04-2521 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynFIND YOUR POWER, PASSION & PURPOSEThis episode is all about finding your power, passion and purpose. I talk about my experience with crippling anxiety on high school and how I overcame that and transformed myself into the strong, badarse, independent woman I am today 🧜🏼♀️ I also give you an awesome tool I created to help you communicate better in relationships, and use self-awareness to overcome problems and find solutions!
2021-04-1935 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynTRAIN YOUR BRAIN WITH POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONSIn this episode I will dive in to what affirmations are, how they work, and how our brains are receptive to suggestions based on the way we talk to ourselves. The things we say to our selves on a regular basis hugely effect our mindset, thoughts and outcomes in life. Positive affirmations can train your brain to be loving, nurturing and attract the life you actually want. This episode finishes off with positive affirmations that I invite you to come back and listen to any time. Please don’t listen to the last 10 minutes of this episode while you are dr...
2021-04-1528 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynLOVE YO’ SELFIn this episode, you will learn to love yourself. To change your self-talk from negative to positive. It is my belief that our self-talk is THE biggest cause or effect of how we live our lives. If you talk to yourself like shit, then you best believe that your life is going to be shit my friend... change the way you talk to yourself, and see the magic unfold!
2021-04-1433 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynTURN ALL YOUR PROBLEMS INTO SOLUTIONSThis episode looks at how our problems create more problems if we choose not to consider the solutions available to us. It is easier to focus on the problem, and it’s harder to create a solution, but like all great things in life, it takes work. So choosing to have a more outcomes based mindset, rather than focusing all your energy on your problems, you will see dramatic shifts in all areas of your life. Go straight to the source of your problem instead of bitching about it to everyone else. No one else can fix the issue. Only th...
2021-04-0718 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynOVERCOME ANXIETY FASTIn this episode I’m sharing with you a great technique to get you out of your own head to discover what is triggering your anxiety, stress, fear or worries, and tools to overcome those negative feelings in a healthy and productive way. If you like this episode, please follow me so you never miss another episode, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Love and appreciate you all. Instagram/Facebook @ Laura Evelyn
2021-04-0117 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynHOW TO CHANGE NEGATIVE BELIEFSHello Ladies and Gentlemen.
In today's episode we talk about negative beliefs and imprints that have been programmed into us since we were born, and how they might be holding us back in our lives.
We talk about different questions you can ask yourself when you experience a negative thought or belief so that you can determine whether you still choose to believe this or not.
Most of our beliefs come from our early childhood programs, and a lot of the time, they are not even our own. We hear...
2021-03-2921 minMotivational Mindset with Laura EvelynAT WHAT PERCENT ARE YOU LIVING YOUR LIFE?Hey guys and girls.
This episode we look at your life in all aspects and discover what your satisfaction level in each area of your life is, and we work out your overall percentage of satisfaction you are living your life at currently.
We then work out how you might be able to make some improvements over the next 30 days to help increase your levels of satisfaction in every aspect of your life. This tool I use in this episode will allow you to take stock of your life and enable you to see the BIG PICTURE of where you ar...
2021-03-2926 min
Motivational Mindset with Laura EvelynHELLO AND WELCOME!!Hi, I am Laura Evelyn. I am a success coach, hypnotist, and Neurolinguistics Programming Practitioner.
In this episode I introduce myself and what I am all about. I will be creating 2 weekly episodes to help you transform your life from where it is now, to where you want it to be! This is a motivational mindset podcast (as the name implies, haha) and I share with you some tips, techniques and ideas to help shift your mindset and change the way you think, feel and act which will drive you to a more fulfilling and successful...
2021-03-2914 min
Divination StationAWAKENINGS, RELIGION, PSYCHEDELICS, COMING OUT AS A LOUD AND PROUD NON MONOGAMOUS LESBIAN WOMAN 💃🏻This is my favourite episode so far. You get to meet my wonderful new friend, Chantelle who is full of fascinating stories and perspectives. You will learn all about her gypsy lifestyle, how she grew up Christian and has now changed her outlook into a more personal spiritual understanding that she has developed through her own experiences, she talks about her experiences with psychedelics for spiritual enlightenment, what it’s like to be a non-monogamous lesbian woman these days. She is a pure delight. Enjoy the show!
2021-03-251h 15Divination StationOUR FIRST GUEST ON THE PODCAST!! Aliens, astral travel, evolution & all things spirituality.Meet Sam, my brother. We talk shit about all things spirituality. Our experiences, our understandings of the universe, and some deep conversations that we will probably result in us being admitted into a mental asylum 🥸
2021-03-111h 16Divination StationHYPNOSIS GONE WRONG STORYI just had a bizarre ‘hypnosis gone wrong’ experience where I lost what felt like a huge chunk of time and memory, but it turned out to be only a minute or 2.. Potential Alien abduction... bazinga 👽🤪
2021-03-1008 minDivination StationMONDAY MESSAGES FROM THE UNIVERSE.A message for all of you beautiful starseeds. Today is Tuesday, but yesterday was a public holiday so here’s your Monday episode a day late 🥰
2021-03-0807 minPatchwork Fairy TalesSpecial: Magically Informed Social WorkToday a special straight from my blog: a social worker answering questions from various people inhabiting an urban fantasy world! Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out Purple Planet Music for the jingle from this episode. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-03-0609 minDivination StationCHANGE THOSE LIMITING BELIEFS TO MUCH MORE EMPOWERING ONES! Ep. 7Learn how I changed my limiting beliefs to far more empowering ones, and how you can do the same! Create the life you WANT. It’s simple, and so rewarding. Please head over to my Instagram for more opportunities to learn amazing techniques and tools to create the life you truly desire. IG: merakandme_lifecoach - and please slide into my DM’s if you would like to here more about how to change your life with some life coaching specifically tailored to your individual desired outcomes!! XX
2021-03-0317 minDivination StationMONDAY MESSAGES FROM THE COSMOSWelcome to my new segment. Monday messages from the cosmos. Today I have done a card pull for the collective to share insights and messages from the universe. These messages are for YOU. Love from the cosmos xx
2021-03-0124 minDivination StationRELATIONSHIP HACK #1 FOR YOUR HAPPIEST AND SEXIEST LONG TERM RELATIONSHIP! Ep.5A sneaky little episode for all you lovers out there who may be having some trouble in paradise. I’ve incorporated some really amazing techniques for you and your lover to implement to create the relationship you both crave and deserve! It’s all about SELF AWARENESS! This episode can be for anyone! Not just couples! Anyone with a relationship of any sort can benefit from this. Happy relationship vibes to you allllll. Xx
2021-02-2017 minDivination StationGUIDED MEDITATION - CREATE YOUR SPIRITUAL SPACE. Ep.4Come on a beautiful and unique journey with me, where you create your own unique and wonderful spirit space, full of imagination and a sense of peace, love, and calm. You are safe here. You are the creator of your own reality 🖤
2021-02-1534 minDivination StationAURAS AND CHAKRAS Ep.3This episode we dive into auras, what they are, how they work, my experience with auras, how they relate to the chakra system, what the colours represent, how to develop your ability to experience auras, and how to protect and heal your aura. Follow me on Instagram at ‘merakandme_lifecoaching’ to schedule an aura reading, reiki session, personalised coaching session, or just to chat 💬 So much LOVE for you all. 🔮
2021-02-1553 minDivination StationOUT OF BODY EXPERIENCE & me kicking your butt into action 💓 EP.2Welcome back!! This episode I talk about excuses. And how they are holding you back! And then I talk about some of my experiences with out of body experiences, and finish up with an oracle card I pulled for YOU listening. Xx
2021-02-0846 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Stolen LilacA Fix-it Fairy Tale: more kindness, more consent and more inclusivity for 'Prunella'. A flower-loving youth accidentally picks a lilac from a witch's garden and ends up having to face some very unnerving trials, but also the witch's beautiful daughter... Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2021-02-0731 min
Divination StationINTRODUCING MEEEEE 😇 Ep: 1Hellooooo. Welcome to Divination Station. A podcast all about spirituality, life coaching, spiritual awakening/development, wellness, love, aliens, angels, spirit guides, higher selves, other realms, astral travel, meditation, affirmations, manifestation. The law of attraction, astrology, psychic gifts, mediumship, loved ones passed, the universe/spirit/god. All that woo woo shit 👽👻 so come on this journey with me to discover the light inside of YOU. You might learn something, or you might just have a laugh. Either way, it’s something for everyone. Except maybe kids... I do drop the occasional f***
2021-02-0624 minPatchwork Fairy TalesDragon TamerA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about princes and dragons. The true account of how one ferocious and honourable gentleman dragon tamed his humans. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-12-1815 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Daughter of the Boasting MillerA Fix-it Fairy Tale: more kindness, more consent and more inclusivity for 'Rumplestiltskin'. Spinning straw into gold and making dangerous trades is all well and good, but the rest of the Grimms' Rumplestiltskin could really do with some fixing. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-11-2922 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Selkie's FriendshipA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about friendship and childhood. The summer is a good season for forging friendships, especially where selkies are concerned. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-11-1115 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Stolen EggA Patchwork Fantasy Tale about bravery and family. Dragon eggs shouldn't be left lying around without proper care, they really shouldn't. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-10-1215 minPatchwork Fairy TalesUpdate: The podcast returns!An update about the return of the podcast. Feedback and suggestions are always appreciated, send them my way on Tumblr or email me at laurasimons.author@gmail.com. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-10-0702 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Duke's Adopted DaughterA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the witch, the dragon, and the iron stove. A foolhardy girl and a cursed boy adopt each other and leave their home to find a way to lift his curse. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-08-1238 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Seven SeamstressesA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the veiled seamstress, the cruel nobles, and the jade pendant. A clever young seamstress goes to work for a lord and lady who have driven six other seamstresses away already, determined to teach them a lesson. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-07-3131 minPatchwork Fairy TalesMessage: The future of the podcast (and a thank you)A small message on what might be to come and a lot of love from your Wednesday storyteller 💜 Feedback and suggestions are always appreciated, send them my way on Tumblr or email me at laurasimons.author@gmail.com. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-07-2202 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Fisherman's FavourA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the wayward fisherman, the caught merrow, and unasked favour. A young fisherman finds a merrow entangled in his net one day and is given the chance to ask for a single favour. This fairy tale was turned into an ongoing webcomic, drawn by Débora Cabral! You can read it here. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holida...
2020-07-1639 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Stolen HeartA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the brave guard, the fearless parent, and the greedy sorceress. When their husband does not come home as promised, a brave parent-to-be crosses a dangerous wasteland in search of him. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-07-0830 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Boy and the Water NymphA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the nymph, the apprentice, and the three dresses. A young man who has no idea what to make of his life falls in love with a water nymph who will not leave her pool unless she has something better to wear than her water. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your...
2020-07-0119 min
What to Read Next Podcast l Book Recommendation Show#174 Author Interview: Katie TalloWelcome to the What to Read Next Podcast. Today we have debut author Katie Tallo. In this interview we chat about what it’s like to write a page turning thriller, her writing process and of course a round of book recommendations. Now let’s go to the interview. BOOKS RECOMMENDED: On Writing by Stephen King The Silos series by Hugh Howey Margaret Atwood The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood James Lee Burke Carson McCullers The Holding by Marilyn Simons The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields The Road by Cormac McCarthy Harry Bingman Talking to the Dead by Harry Bingman CONNECT WITH K...
2020-06-3021 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Girl Who Went To Find Her SiblingA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the trolls, the amulets, and the animal lords. When her little sibling gets taken, a brave girl crosses three different animal kingdoms in an attempt to find them. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-06-2422 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Sentimental MagpieA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the necklace, the ring, and the coin. A young magpie sets off into the world to find a good reason to follow the thieving instincts he was born with, and encounters several situations where a little thievery can spread a lot of happiness. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your stor...
2020-06-1716 minPatchwork Fairy TalesPFT20: The Royal Flower GirlA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the bird, the nobleman, and the mysterious song. The flower girl tending to the palace gardens finds a bird that has a strange song to sing, taught to him by an unknown nobleman. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-06-1016 minPatchwork Fairy TalesSpecial: Podcast RecommendationsOne of the things I want to try and keep doing in this time is spread good things. So here are some of my favourite shows to listen to that hopefully will bring you joy too. (This episode is rated E for the inclusion of sexual themes in the last promo, just to be sure. I give a warning before I play it.) Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song...
2020-06-0308 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Hawthorn TreeA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the father, the changeling, and the faerie queen. A man who has a great wish to be a father begs the fae for help, but the only children the faeries can bestow on anyone are changelings. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-05-2721 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Washer MaidA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the mermaids, the handkerchiefs, and the magic cure. When a prince falls deathly ill a brave washer maid sets off to find a cure. If only so his poor sister the princess will stop crying. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-05-2018 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Dancing MothsA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the moths, the lovesickness, and the green torch. A young man grows enchanted with one of the beautiful moth girls that dance amidst the marsh fires and tries to coax her to his side. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-05-1320 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Count Who Fell in Love with a PieA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the pie, the count, and the mysterious baker. A young count happens to eat the best pie he has ever tasted at a party and makes it his mission to find whoever baked it so he can marry them, or at the very least offer them a job at his castle. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penn...
2020-05-0617 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Dance Mistress and the Master SeamstressA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the dancing, the dressing and the royal assignment. Two extremely talented sisters are called to the royal court to attend to the Queen's only child and find that even they may not be up to the challenge. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-04-2920 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesMatters of fae and fosteringA Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of faerie lore and urban fantasy professionalism. In which a surprised social worker gets a visit from two very enthousiastic fae. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-04-2210 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Creature in the LakeA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the siblings, the curse, and the salamanders. A curious young woman sets out to see something of the world, and stumbles upon a lonely creature hidden in a dark lake. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-04-1529 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesOnce upon a time in a graveyardA Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of found family and ghosts. Two long dead best friends find an unusual visitor in their graveyard. (Content warning for child abandonment, but also child finding.) Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-04-0809 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe River SpriteA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the river, the debt, and the sick child. A woman helps a weakened river sprite and finds that this sprite now considers herself indebted to her until she has repaid the saving of her life. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-04-0129 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesOn the importance of lawyersA Patchwork Fantasy Snippet full of urban fantasy Greek mythology. In which an unsuspecting lawyer gets a visit from Hades and Persephone. Because I think we could all use some extra cheerfulness right now, be safe everyone x Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! The music used in this episode is from purple-planet.com. Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-03-2706 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Enchanted GardenA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the woods, the roses, and the weeds. After having eaten a stolen fruit from it when just a child, a young woman feels compelled to sneak into a witch's garden just one more time. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-03-1933 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Boy of the BirdsA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the king, the garden, and the feather cloak. A greedy king tries to catch the bird that keeps stealing treasures from his royal garden, and ends up capturing a young shape shifter. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-03-0518 minPatchwork Fairy TalesSpecial: Coffee and Faerie CakesRule number one: never steal from a faerie... To celebrate the halfway point of this podcast here is a special episode: the first chapter of my urban fantasy book Coffee and Faerie Cakes, which also works as a short one-shot. So come on over to hear about my nonbinary fae running a coffee shop! And you can read the full book for free here! I welcome any feedback, on this special, the fairy tales and the podcast in general! If social media isn't your thing, you can contact me at laurasimons.author@gmail.com R...
2020-02-1919 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Baby on the BeachA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the ring, the kelpie, and the helpful animals. A young man grows up with the blessing of the animals that inhabit the beach where he grew up and takes this luck with him on a quest to find the perfect ring to propose to his sweetheart. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can...
2020-02-0522 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Grateful GenieA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the young man, the bottle and the unwished wishes. A kind young man frees a genie and has a very hard time convincing said genie that he truly does not need the traditional three wishes in return. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr or Twitter! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-01-2214 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Frost LadyA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the frozen mountain, the little town, and the cold journey. From the top of her frozen mountain, the lady of ice and frost allows a little town to plunge into eternal winter, not expecting anyone brave enough to come to confront her. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2020-01-0823 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Suitable SuitorsA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the heirs, the trials, and the valiant ladies. A wise king and queen wish to see both their daughter and son well married before deciding which one of them should take the throne, and two brave noblewomen present themselves to woo them. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2019-12-2525 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Man and the MermaidA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the pretty girl, the patient man, and the kind mermaid. After losing the woman he thought he wanted to marry, a man meets a mermaid and finds out he didn't lose anything after all. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2019-12-1113 minPatchwork Fairy TalesThe Three MiraclesA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the tired queen, the yearning prince, and the remarkable artist. Before he will agree to take the throne, a young prince begs to be shown three actual miracles, because he isn't ready to rule and feels like he knows nothing of the world. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko...
2019-11-2724 min
Patchwork Fairy TalesThe Four DollsA Patchwork Fairy Tale: the one with the servant, the wizard, and the marionette. A determined girl finds herself keeping house for a wizard and finds out that those who came before her did not fare well. Read the transcript for this episode here. Find everything about this podcast and my other projects on laurasimons.com. Follow this podcast on Tumblr! Check out composer Kai Engel, who wrote the theme song "Holiday Gift". Penny for a tale? You can tip your storyteller on Ko-fi!
2019-11-1325 min
The Yearbook Whys PodcastEpisode 13 - Middle School Advising - Laura Zhu & Allie StaubEpisode 13 — Middle School Advising with Laura Zhu & Allie Staub
A special note: Don't miss the link in the intro — I'd like to send you a copy of the 2018 Tesserae, "The Best is Up to You," and it won't take very much work on your part!
Two remarkable advisers join me for a wide-ranging conversation about yearbooks, advising, and working with middle school students — but take note: this is a great listen for any adviser. Laura Zhu (Toby Johnson Middle School, Elk Grove, Calif.) and Allie Staub (Westfield Middle School, Westfield, Ind.) were named JEA Distinguished Adviser...
2018-06-2457 min
Pain Science PodcastEpisode 61 | Dr. Laura Simons: Healing Child Pain Begins in the BrainPediatric chronic pain is a significant problem with conservative estimates that somewhere between 20% to 35% of children and adolescents are affected by it worldwide. Pain experience in children hospitals is known to be common but is under-recognized, often under-treated, with more than 10% of children who are hospitalized showing features of chronic pain. Although the majority of children that report chronic pain will not be permanently disabled by it, pediatric chronic pain patients often require intensive psychological as well as physiological interventions. The total cost as our society in the United States is somewhere in the upwards of $20 billion, I'm sure...
2017-11-0929 min
Risen MotherhoodRuth Chou Simons: Faithfulness & Work in the Season of Young ChildrenIn the little years, it's easy to grow weary from sowing seeds without seeing much fruit. When the discouragement bears down, we wonder, "Does this even matter? Would another investment be more worthwhile?" In this episode, Ruth Chou Simons, author, artist and founder of Gracelaced, pours out gospel-rich wisdom from her years of parenting six boys. She discusses how she manages her dreams and motherhood, how she keeps her priorities straight with a blooming business, and offers practical wisdom for a busy mom to grow in her relationship with God. Through years of humble faithfulness, a mom can hope...
2017-09-2036 min