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The Bestseller's Beginning08. Stupid Sexy Nasir - Ch 3 DSIn this episode we cover chapter 3 of Dakota's WIP, get more of an introduction to Nasir (Lianna is already a big fan as you can probably tell from the title of this episode), talk about writing in secrets into the plot and the pay off needed for reveals, clear up character ages, and talk about how to reflect or not reflect real-world patriarchy in fantasy.Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay...
2025-11-3036 min
The Bestseller's Beginning07. What's In a Name? - Ch 3 LFIn this episode we're diving into Lianna's Ch 3 and talking all things characters from Lianna's deep frustration with naming vs Dakota's alignment with Team Name Sluts (and that's the tea!) to character deep dives where we analyze actions and dialogue. Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay tuned!Co-hosted, edited, and produced by: Lianna Feng and Dakota S.Artwork by: Rachel MehusMusic by: Dakota via...
2025-11-1639 min
The Bestseller's Beginning06. Bonus - Plotting vs Summoning!Welcome to Pantsers Anonymous! In our second bonus episode we breakdown challenges we're currently facing with our writing, from writer's block and stagnation, to self-made plot holes, and pushing through it all to get those words on the page. And once again we bring up K-Pop Demon Hunters, which seems like it's going to happen every other episode...you've been warned!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay tuned!Co-hosted...
2025-11-0223 min
The Bestseller's Beginning05. You're Being So Extra! (Past) - Ch 2 DSIn this episode we cover feedback for Dakota's Chapter 2 of The Bay of Barakat. We're herding up sheep (a million different plot threads) and trying to get 'em back in the pen! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay tuned!Co-hosted, edited, and produced by: Lianna Feng and Dakota S.Artwork by: Rachel MehusMusic by: Dakota via the magic of GarageBandDisclaimer: Concepts...
2025-10-1931 min
The Bestseller's Beginning04. Skimmers and Spaghetti Stickers - Ch 2 LFIn this episode we cover feedback for Lianna's Chapter 2 - Sweaty and Drunk of her mystery WIP. We brainstorm and troubleshoot character interactions and motivations, talk chapter word counts, and talk about being our own inner critics....and we talk about wadi dogs! What's not to love!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay tuned!Co-hosted, edited, and produced by: Lianna Feng and Dakota S.Artwork by: Rachel...
2025-10-1432 min
The Bestseller's Beginning03. Bonus - Enemies, Memories, and Deep Dark SecretsJust kidding! In this inaugural bonus episode, we're talking Inkheart, Eragon, and Warriors fanfiction (because let's be real, who among us didn't daydream about becoming a medicine cat for Thunderclan?), The Quest for Camelot, elaborate Beanie Baby wars, and other early creative influences on our storytelling. We also talk about our experiences sharing our writing, the importance (as well as the challenges) of writing groups, and the growing pains along the way. Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko...
2025-10-0532 min
The Bestseller's Beginning02. Super Cool Untitled Mystery Novel - Ch 1 LFF*ck the Americans! What a way to start a first chapter! In this episode Dakota gives her feedback for Chapter 1 of Lianna's international feminist rage mystery WIP (currently untitled). In this episode we talk about scene-setting, building tension, we dig into Olivia's (the FMC) psyche, discuss feminist undertones, and talk about the bane that is describing facial expressions!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thebestsellers_beginning or tag along for the ride with Lianna and Dakota on Instagram and Threads @lifeng.stories and @locodakoko.writes.Patreon in progress! Stay tuned!Co-hosted, edited, and...
2025-09-2843 min
The Bestseller's Beginning01. Kill Your Darlings - Ch 1 DSForgive us for our audio sins and nerves in our first episode and buckle up for a swashbuckling introduction, starting with Lianna's feedback for Chapter 1 of Dakota's SWANA-inspired pirate fantasy WIP: The Bay of Barakat. In this episode we talk about what makes a successful introduction to a story and (what will become a recurring theme for Dakota >.
2025-09-2237 min
Things You Learn in TherapyEp 127: The Art of Clarity: How Discernment Counseling Helps Couples in Limbo with Lianna PurjesSend us a textWhat happens when one person in a relationship is ready to throw in the towel while their partner wants to keep trying? This emotional standoff creates a relationship limbo that can last for months or even years, preventing healing and growth for both individuals.Therapist Lianna Purjes joins us to explore the powerful tool of discernment counseling - a specialized, short-term intervention created specifically for couples with mixed agendas about their future together. Unlike traditional couples therapy that assumes both partners want to improve the relationship, discernment counseling helps couples gain...
2025-05-0940 min
The Big GameNWSL Semifinal Madness: Why Must It Be PKs?The NWSL and USWNT world is always full of excitement and surprises! The USWNT just released their roster for their upcoming friendlies against England and the Netherlands, and this roster has left many fans confused. But we will trust Emma Hayes until she gives us a reason not to we guess! The Washington Spirit knocked out Gotham FC during a 3-0 penalty shootout after a late game equalizer from rookie Hal Hershfelt. The Orlando Pride will be their opponent after the Pride defeated golden boot winner Temwa Chawinga and the KC Current. Lianna and Vienna are split on w...
2024-11-2149 min
Broken to Beloved Podcast022: Creating and Validating a Spiritual Abuse Assessment with Lianna ChongCan you really ever know when you’ve experienced spiritual abuse by church leaders and organizations? Victims and survivors are so often manipulated and gaslit that they question their own memories and experiences.This is the work Organizational Psychologist Lianna Chong is setting out to complete. Through her work with the Spiritually Abusive Leadership & Climate Survey, she is hoping to have quantifiable and scientifically validated research and hard data.The survey measures areas like abuse of power, emotional manipulation and abuse, defend and attack (based on DARVO and gaslighting), and psychological safety.This re...
2024-11-0535 minThe Big GameCongrats, Emma Hayes on the Ballon d’Or! Now, About Our Advice...Put Ashley Sanchez in! (Don’t worry she listened to us) (And congratulations on the Ballon d’Or) This week Lianna and Vienna are recapping the USWNT international break and the NWSL Summer Cup finale. Yes, the Summer Cup that is wrapping up at the end of October. Lianna and Vienna are highlighting Gotham FC goalkeeper Cassie Miller for Pride on the Pitch. And who else for Pookie of the Week than Emma Sear who has quickly made her mark during her first USWNT appearance. Then, it’s time for the last week of regular...
2024-10-3157 minThe Big GamePride on Top, Gotham’s Blowout, & Dancing with the Soccer StarsThis week is full of News You Can Use, most notably is ACFC breaking the league salary cap and being deducted 3 points. This week, Lianna and Vienna are asking the real questions; which NWSL player would do best on Dancing with the Stars? Lianna and Vienna highlight Hannah Betfort for Pride on the Pitch this week, who has had a different path to the NWSL, and is one of this weeks goal scorers! This week’s games were full of exciting goals and saves! Lianna and Vienna chose Esther for Pookie of the Week, for scoring a brace in...
2024-10-1040 minThe Big GameYou Do What You Have To Do For +3 PointsThis week has been full of news, including the iconic Christina Sinclair officially announcing her retirement from professional football, and Katie Meyer’s law being signed in California. For Pride on the Pitch, they highlight Orlando Pride defender Carson Pickett, who has paved the way and advocated for more than just LGBT rights! This weeks games were full of exciting goals and saves! Lianna, of course, is partial to Ashley Sanchez’s incredible performance against the Chicago Red Stars. Lianna and Vienna chose Kerolin for Pookie of the Week, for scoring her first NWSL goal since being back from...
2024-10-0359 minThe Big GameOrlando Pride vs Everybody: The streak stops here against … Houston?Vienna’s hopes and dreams for Houston are to beat the Orlando Pride and make the whole team Pookie of the Week. We’re manifesting this starting now. Lianna and Vienna’s predictions are a little different this week, meaning Lianna decided to pick the opposite team from Vienna five times... only time will tell who will be correct!Big News You Can Use coming out of this week was the devastating news of Kelley O’Hara being placed on SEI and never seeing her play soccer again. Thank you Kelley for an incredible career and leaving the game bet...
2024-09-2644 minThe Big GameThe End of an Era - Alex Morgan RetiresWhere were you when you heard Alex Morgan was retiring? Alex shocked the Women’s Soccer community when she announced just three days before her club game that it would be her last. Talk about biggest News You Can Use ever! For weeks Pride on the Pitch, Lianna and Vienna highlight Anna Heilferty of the Washington Spirit, and the incredible impact she has made in the DC community! Alex Morgan has won many incredible awards throughout her career, and this week her assist in the 13th minute of her final game earned her the very prestigious title of Poo...
2024-09-1251 minThe Big GameIf you hate fun, you’re not going to winLianna and Vienna are back to discuss another wild week in the NWSL. For Pride on the Pitch, Lianna and Vienna are highlighting Sinead Farrelly! She has done so much for the NWSL on and off the pitch. A new Pookie was born this week when center back Abby Dalhkemper scored a goal in her first match with Bay FC. Lianna discusses her recent nightmares where golden boot leader, Chawinga, is scoring against her favorite team. Plus, there were some interesting goals this week, including a tough own goal from the San Diego Wave while playing the Washington S...
2024-09-0548 minThe Big GameDemure Goals and the Bobblehead DerbyThe NWSL is so back! Vienna and Lianna have lots of News You Can Use this week including roster updates and transfers, and the new NWSL CBA! For Pride on the Pitch, Lianna and Vienna highlight the iconic Megan Rapinoe in honor of the Seattle Reign retiring her jersey number.The NWSL was full of action this weekend! Pookie of the Week is Washington Spirit midfielder who scored the opening goal against the KC Current, and recorded an assist to Trinity Rodman. Then, Lianna and Vienna jump into to previewing the upcoming NWSL matches.Live your...
2024-08-2951 minThings You Learn in TherapyEp 106: Embracing Neurodiversity in Relationships: Understanding and Navigating the Unique Dynamics of ADHD and Autism with Lianna PurjesSend us a textDiscover the hidden dynamics of neurodivergence in relationships as licensed clinical social worker, Lianna Purjes, uncovers the profound impact of ADHD and autism on how we connect and communicate with those closest to us. Our conversation isn't your usual relationship talk; it's an eye-opening exploration of brain diversity that challenges the norms and celebrates every individual's unique contribution to human connection. Lianna's expertise shines as we tackle the question: Can the distinct ways neurodivergent individuals perceive the world be seen as superpowers rather than hurdles?Communication can be a minefield, but...
2024-08-1639 minThe Big GameThe USWNT Return to GoldThe Olympics have finally wrapped up and our Golden Girls have landed on top! Pookie of the Week is none other than Mallory Swanson, who scored the game winning goal in the gold medal match, while also earning her 100th cap! It is the last installment of Pride in Paris, so Lianna and Vienna highlight women’s football legend Marta!Lianna and Vienna jump into to previewing the upcoming NWSL matches in two weeks. The NWSL regular season sure does feel like a lifetime ago, and there will certainly be some tight match ups during this group of ga...
2024-08-1550 minThe Big GameThe Olympic Group Stage: The USWNT is actually so backThis week Lianna and Vienna chatting all things Olympics, NWSL, and pride! This week’s Pride in Paris is Ellie Carpenter, representing Australia at the Olympics! Lianna and Vienna are too excited for Pookie of the Week! Major Pookie energy was coming from Emily Sonnett this week, slotting into different roles wherever the team needs her! What would the team do without her? Plus, Lianna and Vienna recap the second weekend of the NWSL Summer Cup. It was another wild ten game weekend full of goals and penalty shoot outs! Live your best life, and L...
2024-08-0152 min
Love Through It with Lianna NielsenMidsummer Minisode with Lianna and ClaireLianna and Claire do their best not to be long-winded with a "minisode" where they discuss how difficult it is to sail the boat when you're still building it, learning the art of non-doing doing, counting down to the big move to LA, and then they dive into Claire's favorite topic: TV (specifically Palm Royale and Sunny)
2024-08-0148 minThe Big GameBuckle up and accept your fate: we're watching a lot of soccerGrab a snack and pop a squat on the couch; there’s a lot of soccer to watch this weekend! This week is the first installment of Pride in Paris! Lianna and Vienna are highlighting Kailen Sheridan, goalkeeper for Team Canada and San Diego Wave FC!Lianna and Vienna recap the first weekend of the NWSL Summer Cup. It was a wild ten game weekend full of goals and penalty shoot outs! Then it is finally Olympic opening weekend! The USWNT are kicking off against Zambia before facing Germany, and rounding out their group stage against Aus...
2024-07-2543 minThe Big GameCautiously Optimistic Heading Into The OlympicsNWSL regular season has officially come to a pause, so Lianna and Vienna are looking ahead to the Olympics and the inaugural NWSL Summer Cup. Lianna and Vienna discuss USWNT Olympic alternate goalkeeper, Jane Campbell, for Pride on the Pitch this week and her incredible career! It is finally time to dive deeper into Emma Hayes’ Olympic roster selection. Lianna and Vienna discuss the players they are excited to watch, and the players that were left off. They chat about the friendly against Mexico, and what they hope to see change against Costa Rica (which ended up being a...
2024-07-1845 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenSeason 2 kick-off with Lianna & Claire PART 2In part 2, Lianna & Claire dive deeper into the digital detox, Gene Keys, falling into the void, and coming from a place of curiosity, not judgment.
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2024-07-181h 17Love Through It with Lianna NielsenSeason 2 kick-off with Lianna & Claire PART 1Season 2 is so big they had to break it down in 2 parts. In Part 1, Lianna & Claire discuss the question: do you want to age or evolve? Lianna shares about her digital detox in the perfect horror movie setting. Claire talks about how she's no longer living a lie. They both agree that they can no longer force themselves to do anything they don't want to do. But Claire is very excited about writing a comedy/horror movie based on Lianna's digital detox with Chris, the robot lawnmower.
2024-07-161h 17The Big GameHumble FC Met Their MatchLianna and Vienna are back recapping the final weekend of the NWSL regular season before the international break! Lianna and Vienna discuss Tobin Heath for Pride on the Pitch this week and all of her incredible accomplishments. This weekend was an incredible bunch of games and goals. Notably, Mal Swanson and Ashley Sanchez continue their scoring streaks, and Rose Lavelle scores a beauty! The biggest game of the weekend was when KC Current met their match the Orlando Pride. Marta scored the game winning PK and celebrated their much deserved win, earning her Pookie of the Week! Congrats M...
2024-07-1142 minThe Big GameIf You Truly Believe It, You Can Get RevengeThis was the best weekend ever for Lianna and Vienna because they got to witness Ashley Sanchez get revenge against her former club, the Washington Spirit, by scoring the game winning goal on Spirit turf! Lianna has been manifesting this for months, so if you truly believe it, anything can happen! This of course earns Ashley Sanchez the very prestigous title of Pookie of the Week. This weeks Pride on the Pitch player is Canadian midfielder, Quinn. Quinn made history at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics where they were the first openly trans, non-binary person to win an Olympic medal, w...
2024-07-0453 minThe Big GameA weekend of Speck-tacular goalsThis week kicked off with some big news coming out of San Diego, who announced they were parting ways with head coach Casey Stoney. Lianna and Vienna are left wondering, was this the best decision for the club? This week the USWNT also released their 18-player Olympic roster. Since Lianna and Vienna didn’t know it yet, they give their final wildcard predictions for the first international tournament of the Emma Hayes era. Lianna and Vienna are too excited for this weeks Pride on the Pitch highlight, Kelley O’Hara. Kelley is one of their all time favorite playe...
2024-06-2755 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenClosing Up Season 1 with Lianna & ClaireIt's the Season 1 finale! And what a 15 months it's been. Lianna and Claire catch up on the first season of Love Through It and reflect on how much they've both grown since the first episode. Lianna moved to Portugal, refocused her business, and had a full consciousness shift. Claire found herself through love and loss and listening to her body despite her lack of sleep. Looking ahead to season 2, Lianna will bring more conversations with like-minded colleagues and friends about growth, science, knowing, and personal evolution.
2024-06-271h 43The Big GameGive Me The Old Razzle Dazzle (Not 0-0 Draws)The NWSL didn't produce goals quite at the same rate as we are used to... what happened to all the razzle dazzle? Lianna and Vienna also dive into some updated power rankings since this week marked the halfway point of the season! This weeks Pride on the Pitch highlight is Gotham FC forward, Ella Stevens! Stevens has consistently produced on the attack, and has in turn produced some impressive attacking stats. And this weeks Pookie of the Week is non other than Kate Del Fava of the Utah Royals! Del Fava scored the late game winner, putting an e...
2024-06-2050 minThe Big GameRed-iculous call or caught red-handed?Lianna and Vienna kick off this weeks episode with quite a bit of News You Can Use, including the stats around the spectacular broken attendance records! Yay women's sports growth! It only felt appropriate that this weeks Pride on the Pitch highlight would be Christen Press, who is making her return to the training pitch exactly two years after being placed on the SEI list. They run it back, going through all the games from the past weekend. Sophia Smith received a red card after earning her second yellow for what was deemed to be time wasting. Was th...
2024-06-131h 01Love Through It with Lianna NielsenCatie Miller (founder, Barre Series) found beauty through movementAfter taking one of Catie Miller's barre classes in London, Lianna knew she wanted to share what she had experienced with her audience. Catie and Lianna talk about how, as an entrepreneur, she brought a newer exercise to the skeptical UK, how habit-building is the key to finding your rhythm, and how posture is so much more than sitting up straight.
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Leading wellness voice Catie Miller, Fitness Trainer, is committed to creating healthy, smart, and relevant ways to support individuals throughout the...
2024-06-041h 04The Big GameBrace yourself (for goals): The golden boot race is onLianna and Vienna start this week by discussing the Women's Game most recent interview with Ashley Sanchez. They discuss the World Cup and revisit all the feels of not seeing their favorite midfielder play on the world stage. You can listen to the full episode at the Women's Game wherever you get your podcasts!Then, they dive into this weeks most recent games. This weeks theme was braces (the good kind) (not the kind where you break a bone). Ella Stevens and Barbra Banda both recorded a brace this weekend and have the highest expected goals per 90 in...
2024-05-3056 minThe Big GameUSWNT Roster Snubs & NWSL Pookie of the WeekLianna and Vienna are full of feelings about the first USWNT roster of the Emma Hayes era. They are over the moon to see some new, and deserving additions, such as NWSL Iron Woman Sam Staab. But with this roster come some surprising exclusions, and they can't help but wonder, what else does Lynn Williams, all time leading goal scorer of the NWSL, need to do to go to the Olympic games in Paris this summer? They also discuss some exciting news from FIFA this week!Then it is time to dive into the latest weekend of NWSL...
2024-05-2357 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenDr Federica Amati PhD RNutr (author, Every Body Should Know This) sees how the power of food connects usLianna has been reading nutrition and diet books for 23 years and Dr Federica Amati's most recent book, Every Body Should Know This, is one of her favorites. Lianna was so excited to chat with Dr Fede about how her childhood in Italy formed her relationship with food, the importance of our first 1,000 days (conception through 2nd birthday) including both the paternal and maternal nutrition, how perimenopause/menopause is a full physiological and metabolic change in our bodies, and how beneficial the Mediterranean diet is to 90% of people. Especially extra virgin olive oil (one of Lianna's favorites).
2024-05-211h 06The Big GameThe Revenge Goal of The SeasonYou know that Lianna and Vienna love revenge, almost as much as Paige Neilsen and her fans loved her game winning goal against her former club, Angel City FC, this weekend. Plus, if you like watching great goalkeeping, Laurel Ivory has got you covered. We run through all the best highlights from the 10 game week!Then it is time for predictions, and Lianna and Vienna are riding high from some correct predictions last week. There are some definite toss-ups this upcoming weekend, so you won't want to miss these matches!And if you got this far...
2024-05-1653 minThe Big GameManifesting Wins & Siri PredictionsIt was tough for Lianna and Vienna to hear the news that Kelley O'Hara, one of their favorite players of all time, will be retiring at the end of the 2024 NWSL season. They also discuss Project ACL, a new project being piloted in the WSL. They have a whopping ten games to recap this week. Rookie Croix Bethune makes three assists for the Washington Spirit, and Amanda West (of Vienna's alma mater, Pitt) (H2P) records her first pro goal! Plus, Barbra Bamda made her mark on the two Orlando wins this week.Lianna and Vienna d...
2024-05-091h 14Love Through It with Lianna NielsenClear Head, Snotty Nose, Loud Gut with Lianna and ClaireLianna has a crystal clear head from her liver detox and Claire's head is filled with mucus from seasonal allergies but they're both listening to their bodies. Lianna talks through her recent health discoveries and why it's important to look at both the "normal" and "functional" numbers in your blood work. Claire shares some of her emotional discoveries as she's heading into an exciting "new chapter."
2024-05-072h 00The Big GameWho's Getting the Dub? You Heard it Here First!Lianna and Vienna cover all the Big News coming out of the NWSL this week, from Carlos Jimenez, of KC Current, violating the NWSL's non-fraternization policy, to a devasting ACL tear for Anna Heilferty.Then, they dive right into all of the NWSL action from the past week. The Kansas City Current stay on top, and Seattle Reign is sitting at the bottom; a far cry from what the table looked like during the 2023 NWSL season. Plus, Lianna dives into all of her favorite stats from her new favorite website, fbref. Lianna and Vienna are feeling hi...
2024-05-021h 06The Big GameHumble FC and The Papa Smurfs Stay On TopLianna and Vienna start this episode by addressing some recent news coming out regarding Korbin Albert, of the USWNT and PSG, and some hurtful posts she had reposted on her TikTok. Homophobia and transphobia has no place in women's football, and The Big Game is commited to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all football fans. Then, they dive straight into another chaotic NWSL weekend. It has been a surprising first few weeks with Humble FC (aka Kansas City Current) and the Papa Smurfs (aka the Chicago Red Stars), finding themselves in the 1st and 2nd spots a...
2024-04-041h 20
Open ThreadsHow Lianna Patch Reinvented Her Copywriting BusinessLianna Patch wasn’t thrilled with the work she was doing, who she was doing it for, and the lack of fun she was having as a professional copywriter. So she changed everything and relaunched her Punchline Copy business with a focus on comedic copy. Brian and Lianna’s conversation was recorded on December 13th, 2023.(00:00) - How Lianna Patch Reinvented Her Copywriting Business
(01:48) - The evolution of Pubchline copy
(07:02) - Lianna's main client base
(08:26) - How to be an ideal client
(11:03) - How Lianna structures her business
(15:44) - Offering productized services
(19:02) - ..And larger projec...
2024-04-0328 minThe Big GameIf You Get The Ball In The Goal, You WinThis week on the pod, Lianna and Vienna have so much to chat about, starting with the USWNT SheBelieves roster. They discuss some returning familiar faces in Mal Swanson and Cat Macario, and some first time senior invitees, Lily Yohannes and Eva Gaetino. Then, it's time to jump into weekend 2 of the NWSL season. Lianna and Vienna review some interesting statistics from the games and can't help but ponder, does the best team always win, or are you the better team because you won?They wrap up with some hot takes for weekend 3. Who will be t...
2024-03-281h 18Love Through It with Lianna NielsenDeborah Lynna (astrologer) gives language & understanding to how we feelDeborah Lynna (astrologer) joins Lianna to discuss how astrology is just another modality to help us understand and support ourselves. As a previous skeptic, Lianna shares how her reading with Deborah the day before really opened her eyes to the validity and benefits of a chart reading. They dive into the difference in our sun, moon, & rising, the different types of astrology (including medical), and how to use it as a tool to scientifically understand nature.
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2024-03-191h 20The Big GamePredicting the Final NWSL Standings: It's Just a VibeWe are so excited todat because it is finally time for The Big Game! Lianna and Vienna are previewing NWSL Opening Weekend 2024 and predicting the final scores of this first weekend. But before that, Lianna and Vienna each take a peek into their crystal balls and try to predict the final standings of the 2024 season. They've made some big predictions correctly before, can they do it again? Join our ShePlays fantasy league: https://sheplays.com.au/nwsl/league/5lmxqg
2024-03-1458 minThe Big GameFantasy Draft FeudsIt's that time of year again; time to draft your favorite players into your ShePlays NWSL Fantasy Team!Today, Lianna and Vienna draft their fantasy team live, with the twist that they will not be sharing players. Vienna stole Lianna's favorite player and it all went down hill from there. You can join our NWSL fantasy team at:https://sheplays.com.au/nwsl/league/5lmxqg Code: 5lmxqgThank you ShePlays for creating this awesome platform!
2024-03-0745 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenThe Blob, The Critic, & The 30-Something with Lianna & ClaireLianna and producer Claire are still learning fun facts about each other and specific shoreline lengths. Lianna recently helped Claire identify 3 parts of herself that dictate her mood and motivation. What surprised them both was that there wasn't an inner child but there was an excited 30-something. Lianna announced a new project coming this year that will grant access to transformative tools for everyone.
2024-03-051h 37Open ThreadsGeeking out on Comedy with Lianna PatchLianna Patch is known as a fantastic copywriter. Why? Because she’s also a comedian! We talk about Lianna’s passion for the craft of comedy, her comedic roots, and how she translated that into a thriving career as a copywriter. Brian and Lianna’s conversation was recorded on December 13th, 2023.(00:00) - Geeking out on Comedy with Lianna Patch
(01:50) - Lianna's introduction to comedy
(05:08) - Niching down in comedy
(10:39) - Building a comedy set
(12:58) - Dealing with stage fright (and monkey brain "anxiety" )
(15:58) - Lianna's comedic inspiration
(17:43) - Combining comedy with copy
(19:50) - Lianna's journey...
2024-02-2822 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenCatherine Daigle (long time client, licensing director) enjoys the shallow & deep end of the poolLong time client, Catherine Daigle looks back on her growth while working with Lianna and reflects on all the tools she now has at her disposal. They discuss helpful analogies like swimming in both ends of a pool, expanding your ceiling, and experiencing "finals week." Catherine has created a beautiful life by understanding the difficult times are when you grow and it's ok to have a big bowl of pasta to soothe your soul when you need it.
Catherine M. Daigle is based in NYC and leads the amateur division of a major theatrical...
2024-02-061h 08The Big GameEveryone is Going BatsToday, Lianna and Vienna do a weekly round-up of all the recent happenings in the NWSL, including Gotham FCs newest free agent signings Emily Sonnett, Rose Lavelle, Crystal Dunn, and Tierna Davidson. Then, it is time to look ahead to the 2024 College Draft! Lianna and Vienna talk about the history of the draft, what's new, and their thoughts about it, while sharing some laughs as always.
2024-01-0950 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenNew Year Optimism with Lianna & ClaireThe energy is good in this new year! Lianna & producer, Claire have a great time chatting about their words & mantras for the year and Lianna shares 4 tips for setting resolutions or goals. Following these tips will prevent you from "shoulding all over yourself."
2024-01-091h 29The Big GameNew Years Resolutions: Hire a New Head Coach and Think MoreToday, Lianna and Vienna dive into all of the transactions in the NWSL since we last chatted, and there are a lot! Then, it's time to chat all things free agency. Lianna and Vienna review every free agent signing, those who are in advanced talks, and of course how Lianna can predict the future of the NWSL. In the spirit of the New Year, Lianna and Vienna give each NWSL team a New Year's resolution. See y'all in 2024!
2023-12-3042 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenUntethering from 2023 with Lianna and ClaireWhat a year! Lianna and producer, Claire have both faced some of their biggest fears and life changes in 2023 so they take a look back at what they've survived. The peaks were epic but that also meant the valleys were treacherous. From moving to Portugal, attending nude dinner parties, hours of crying over zoom, laughing while doing headstands, trusting their guts, falling in love multiple times, untethering and being untethered, and eating far too many pickles, the ladies raise a glass of gratitude to the year that was.
2023-12-221h 32Love Through It with Lianna NielsenTaking care of you & your crush with Lianna and ClaireIt's time to expose some of their most vulnerable moments and discoveries! From Claire's confession to her crush to Lianna's huge boundary breakthrough, the ladies laugh and cry through this week's catch-up. Sometimes we have to shed friends and fully spiral while zooming in on hand placement in a photo to realize we are exactly where we're supposed to be.
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2023-10-201h 30Love Through It with Lianna NielsenLianna, Lyssa Mandel, and producer Claire have a catch-up with emotionally mature sleepover vibesLianna catches up with friend of the podcast, Lyssa Mandel, and producer Claire about choosing their parents, emotional addictions, family vacations, weird & wild belly babies, how relationships are our greatest teachers, and crying with their therapists. Lyssa then talks through the beginning of a somatic therapy session causing both Lianna and Claire to point to their eyes. IYKYK
2023-08-221h 31Love Through It with Lianna NielsenTialer Maxwell (former client, Strategic Communications & Relationship Builder) manifested herself into a beautiful lifeLianna chats with former client, Tialer Maxwell, about her journey from before joining the Mind Body Elevate program to living the dream life she manifested. Tialer was at a low point after a break-up and job change when she discovered Lianna but after a few weeks, the entire group noticed the switch in her when the tides started turning. She credits her work with Lianna for helping her find that confidence again which led to a loving fiancé and fulfilling life.
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2023-08-151h 01Love Through It with Lianna NielsenWho is Lianna as a coach?After being asked what her top 3 tips for wellness were at a recent party, Lianna decided it'd be fun to chat a little more in depth about the fundamentals of her coaching. In this episode, she is joined by producer, Claire to share the focus areas that can benefit everyone, explain how she plays detective with you to discover the best course of unique action, and say how she doesn't want you to wait another second not feeling your best.
2023-08-011h 34Love Through It with Lianna NielsenMultiple Lovin' with Lianna and ClaireWhat's the difference between confidence and self worth? What's the difference between like and love? And what's the difference between an open relationship and polyamory? They are just a few of the questions asked in this week's catch-up with Lianna and Claire.
2023-07-181h 26Love Through It with Lianna NielsenDr. Paul "Howie" Nielsen (dad, retired dentist, ornithologist, the real "Most Interesting Man in the World")Enjoy this extra special episode of Lianna chatting with her dad, Dr. Paul "Howie" Nielsen. They reminisce about their family adventures with agitated hippos and curious gorillas, how Lianna was a headstrong child who loved to melt crayons, and how Howie's curiosity in maps and people led to such an enriching life.
Howie was raised in Chicago by loving, but overprotective parents — children of Scandinavian immigrants fresh from rural Minnesota. This forged his parenting philosophy of giving Lianna as much leeway as possible.
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2023-07-041h 17Love Through It with Lianna NielsenLaurie Schaefer Fenton (client, theatrical talent) is embracing the unknownLianna chats with friend, client, theatrical talent, Laurie Schaefer Fenton about everything from their dog meet cute, how right and wrong Laurie was about the Mind Body Elevate program, discovering Human Design, and her old neighbor drilling into her kitchen.
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Laurie has spent most if her life working in the theatre, as an actor, producer, and the last 10 years as a fabric painter, costume distresser, and general bedazzler. She has been through Lianna’s Mind Body Elevate program three times and has seen remarkable changes utilizing many of...
2023-06-271h 30Love Through It with Lianna NielsenNSFW Discoveries with Lianna and ClaireIt’s time for a catch-up! Lianna and Claire discuss all the weird things they’ve been up to lately. The conversation goes from Wayne’s World and Carol Burnett to sex parties and body positivity to appreciating the ebbs and flows of different relationships to the fine art of intimacy and dissociating during sex.
2023-06-201h 43Love Through It with Lianna NielsenTrish Barillas (speaker, author, life coach) has her anxiety tool kit packedLianna had a wonderful talk with life coach, speaker, and author, Trish Barillas, about what anxiety looks like in different people and some tools to help manage the symptoms. Trish also shares dating tips and has a mini #TuesdaywithTrish coaching with Lianna.
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Trish Barillas has been a creator of positive change for the past 17 years. As a Latina Life Coach, her areas of expertise are anxiety, breakups, and job advancements. She is the author of the first-ever Instabook @afaceofanxiety an autobiography...
2023-05-301h 24Love Through It with Lianna NielsenSpring Break with Lianna and ClaireLianna is joined by her producer & client, Claire Burns to catch-up on what they're both working through these days. Lianna is living her true Spring Break/Adult Study Abroad self while realizing all that she's been striving for is here. And it's terrifying. Claire is trying to be invisible and larger than life at the same time while searching for her new community. They're both shocked how everyone doesn't want to express their vulnerability on a public stage. They also realize that human emotions aren't that different from plants'.
2023-05-231h 18Love Through It with Lianna NielsenJosselyne Herman-Saccio (master "unmessablewith" coach, former pop star, talent manager) wants you to stay in the creative and honor your wordJosselyne Herman-Saccio (master "unmessablewith" coach, former pop star, talent manager, author) has been a beautiful example of a multi-faceted life and consequently has been an expander for Lianna. They discuss Josselyne's fascinating journey from having a number one hit with her pop group, Boy Krazy, to leading Advanced Programming at Landmark Worldwide, to founding a talent management company (where she & Lianna met), and to coaching The Art of Being Unmessablewith.
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Josselyne Herman-Saccio is a master coach in the Art Of Being Unmessablewith no matter what life...
2023-05-0959 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenClaire Burns (current client / actor / writer / podcast producer) can't stop, won't stop taking napsLianna gabs with her long time client and podcast producer, Claire Burns, about their initial impressions of each other on set, eating cotton balls soaked in orange juice, how little they know about their signs, and by just sharing her gifts, Lianna literally saved Claire's life.
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Claire Burns (actor, writer, production designer, podcast producer) is thriving* in New York City. She traveled the country as the host of Retro Eats for the...
2023-05-021h 20Love Through It with Lianna NielsenMaria Eilersen (conscious PR coach, tapping practitioner) taps into a conscious outlookMaria Eilersen (conscious PR coach, yoga teacher, certified tapping practitioner) chats with Lianna about how a layoff from a corporate PR career lead her to becoming a conscious PR coach and how she's elevating the game. Maria has rounded out her coaching with experience as a yoga teacher and a certified tapping practitioner. She shares that practice by leading Lianna on a self-love tapping session that you can follow along with.
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2023-04-2557 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenAdrienne Rose White (writer/producer) is afraid but has the courage to do it anywayAdrienne Rose White (writer / actor / producer / course leader / former client / friend) joins Lianna this week to chat about her journey from heartbreak to a thriving life of love and purpose. They discuss her talent for creating authentic connections beautifully, her experience in Lianna’s Mind Body Elevate group, her ability to eerily manifest a new relationship and safe place, and her appreciation for Stuart Smalley’s phrase, “I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!”
Sign up for Adrienne’s “How to *Actually Sell a TV Show, Organically” course starting this May!
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2023-04-1159 minLove Through It with Lianna NielsenThe Who, What, How of host Lianna NielsenOn the inaugural episode, Lianna shares what it was like growing up on Hollywood Blvd (in a Maine small town), pursuing acting in New York, getting sidelined from an autoimmune disease, her healing journey & discovery (which included farting loudly in the hall of a hospital), and what led to the start of this podcast.
2023-04-0438 min
Allyship is a VerbHow do you talk about someone with no pronouns? feat. Lianna NewmanThis week, Lianna Newman (name only) expands on carving out space in STEM, finding community, and creating resources. In this episode, you will learn 1. Some changes we'd like to see in tech. 2. The complexities of gender-neutral vs gendered awards. 3. How to use no pronouns and what we mean when we ask someone for their pronouns in the first place.🎙️ Connect with Lianna to learn more about + support Lianna’s work:LinkedInInstagram💻 Sources and resources from this episode:Out In Tech | Non-profit community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders. We create opportunities for our members to advance their care...
2023-03-1457 min
Lez Unpack That#2: Lianna’s Story In this episode Lianna opens up about her sexuality journey growing up in a strict religious community.
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Get Lit With Lianna: The PodcastGet Lit with Lianna: 2022, a year in rewindHAPPY NEW YEAR!!!... and happy last episode of 2022 :) IT'S ALSO OUR 40th EPISODE!! WHAT THE HECK!! With 2023 looming, I wanted to put out one final episode of the year recapping some of my fave reads of 2022. Some of these books are discussed in full length with their authors in episodes over the year, but others are ones that haven't yet been discussed on my show! I had the best time recording this solo episode, chatting about some of my favourite romance books read in 2022 and why I loved the...
2022-12-2919 minGet Lit With Lianna: The PodcastGet Lit With Lianna: The Podcast "TRAILER"♡ ♡ ♡ ♡About Get Lit With Lianna: The PodcastJoin Instagram book content creator, @getlitwithlianna, as she sits down with a different guest author to chat about their books, writing career, and everything in between! Of course each conversation will have a very *LC* touch - aka crying over book boyfriends, marvelling over swoony moments, and obviously a ton of pop culture references!Instagram: www.instagram.com/getlitwithlianna Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/getlitwithliannaEmail me: liannareadsbooks@gmail.com
2022-02-2700 min
The Simple Mission Podcast49. Relatable Life Struggles – Dealing with Pride & Lack of Prayer {BONUS}Are you having a difficult time to pray to God? If so, why? What about dealing with a lot of pride in your heart? How can you combat that?
For this one & only bonus episode before we are officially back (which is very soon btw), we wanted to share what we've currently have been struggling with, which could be relatable for you. But, with God, nothing is an accident or a coincidence, when we share on our current life struggles, with lack of prayer and dealing with pride. We are all on our own journey in our relationship with God...
2021-07-2034 min
Woman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderU.G.L.Y.In this episode, Lianna discusses how we are deserving of the genuine, good, godly love that comes from Jesus, despite what we have gone through.Support the show
2020-12-1243 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderIdentity CrisisIn this episode, Lianna discusses how we face identity crises when we don't know who we are and Whose we are.Support the show
2020-11-2747 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderIntermissionIn this episode, Lianna discusses the rest that is offered to believers in Jesus Christ.Support the show
2020-11-0731 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderThe Curse...That Led to a BlessingIn this episode, Lianna is joined by India Porter, author of Detroit G.I.R.L, as they discuss generational curses and the promises of God.Support the show
2020-10-091h 04Woman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderThe Girl in YouIn this episode, Lianna discusses healing from childhood trauma.Support the show
2020-10-0158 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My Boxes: Caged Without a VoiceIn this episode, Lianna is joined by author and podcaster Shaquilla Anidobu as she shares her testimony about being delivered from domestic violence.Support the show
2020-09-2252 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My Boxes: Empty Places and SpacesIn the episode, Lianna discusses how Jesus can fill our voids and empty spaces.Support the show
2020-09-1254 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My Boxes: Daddy IssuesIn this episode Lianna is joined by motivational speaker and author Erica Lynn to discuss daddy issues, and how they affect our relationships.Support the show
2020-09-0359 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My Boxes: Taking the LIn this episode, Lianna continues the discussion about grief, but talks about the other forms of grief that we may experience. Support the show
2020-08-2755 minThe Simple Mission Podcast31. Cultivating A Christ-Centered Life (feat. Balde & Diana Peña)We invited our very first couple onto The Simple Mission Podcast and it is...Lianna’s parents, Balde & Diana Peña. They have been married for 29 years and are still going strong. We wanted to invite them onto the podcast because they have so much wisdom and knowledge with living a godly, Christ-centered life even when life gets difficult or crazy. We hear their surprising story on how they met and fell in love, how they got to know Jesus even when they were raised in the Catholic church, and how they know that God is still good during the tou...
2020-08-2545 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My Boxes: Good Grief!In this episode, Family and Marriage Therapist Shameka Green joins Lianna to discuss how we can take steps to heal when we are dealing with grief.Support the show
2020-08-1854 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderUnpacking My BoxesIn this episode, Lianna discusses what we must be willing to do next to begin the process of healing through the Word of God.Support the show
2020-08-1254 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderAre You There God? It's Me...In this episode, Lianna discusses how often times we wonder if God is there and how we can be assured through scripture that He will never leave us.Support the show
2020-08-0456 min
The Simple Mission Podcast27. Divorce – Find Hope In Your StoryWe are continuing our conversation on divorce. However, we are going to take a different take on this topic by talking about what it was like marrying into a divorced family, how that might affect your marriage and the challenges that comes with it. Overall, this episode is to help you find hope in your story.
We go over three main topics that people that have a Christian background + have divorced parents would probably wonder themselves or vice versa: what it is like to marry into a divorced family, what it is like for your parents to remarry, and if...
2020-07-2838 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderTriggered...or Tricked?In this episode, Lianna discusses how our triggers can lead us to places that have us stuck if we don't recognize them and learn how to surrender them to God.Support the show
2020-07-2852 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderFix It (Me) Jesus!In this episode, Lianna discusses the need to look to God for healing those things in us that are broken versus looking to others.Support the show
2020-07-2151 minThe Simple Mission Podcast26. Divorce – Life Before & After DivorceMany of us may come from divorced families or lived through a divorce themselves. However, hardly anyone talks about what it is like to be a part of a divorced family. And, almost no one talks about how to deal with divorce and being a Christian. "No one wins at divorce; everyone loses." - David. But, there is hope. David truly wanted to give people from a divorce background that they are not alone in this struggle of pain, the road to forgiveness, accepting God's grace and help, and believing God is still good.
We wanted to give an insight o...
2020-07-2145 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderDamaged GoodsIn this episode, Lianna discusses how we can give our brokenness to God to allow Him to heal us and make us whole.Support the show
2020-07-1440 minWoman to Woman: Strengthening Your Walk with Lianna AlexanderTrust the ProcessIn this episode, Lianna discusses how important it is to trust the process, God's process throughout our walk.Support the show
2020-07-0649 min