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Let's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #18: Chaos to Calm: Finding Nervous System Balance at HomeIn this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Addeo—occupational therapist, nervous system coach, and founder of the Nervous System Mastery Institute. With over 17 years of experience in pediatrics and sensory regulation, Jessica shares her personal and professional journey of realizing just how much her own nervous system was impacting her roles as a mother, wife, and therapist. That realization sparked a passion for making nervous system care practical, sustainable, and deeply supportive for others.Jessica recounts a powerful moment from early motherhood when a short “weighted walk”—a common OT strategy—shifted her entire emotional state. It opened he...2025-06-1155 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode # 18: Chaos to Calm: Finding Nervous System Balance at HomeIn this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Addeo—occupational therapist, nervous system coach, and founder of the Nervous System Mastery Institute. With over 17 years of experience in pediatrics and sensory regulation, Jessica shares her personal and professional journey of realizing just how much her own nervous system was impacting her roles as a mother, wife, and therapist. That realization sparked a passion for making nervous system care practical, sustainable, and deeply supportive for others.Jessica recounts a powerful moment from early motherhood when a short “weighted walk”—a common OT strategy—shifted her entire emotional state. It opened he...2025-06-1156 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #17: Strength Without Setbacks: Lifting Safely in PerimenopauseIn this episode, Lori and Dorothy tackle a trending topic that’s been making waves across social media—lifting heavy weights during perimenopause and menopause. With so much buzz encouraging women to pick up heavy weights to support bone density and strength, the hosts break down what this really means and why it's not something you should jump into blindly.They share insights on the popular "4 reps for 4 sets" concept and explain how lifting truly heavy weight (like Lori’s 125 lb deadlift) requires much more than just grabbing a barbell. They highlight the importance of understanding form, buildi...2025-05-1459 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #16: Is It Hot, or Me? Taking Control of Midlife, One Hot Flash at a TimeMenopause is a wild ride, and no two experiences are the same. In this episode, we sit down with Carin Luna-Ostaseski, founder of Is It Hot, or Me?, to talk about the real, unfiltered journey of managing symptoms, advocating for your health, and finding solutions that actually work.Carin shares her personal story—how she went from feeling dismissed by doctors to taking control of her menopause journey, discovering what helps (and what doesn’t), and creating a platform full of resources, products, and support for women going through the same thing. As the creator of I...2025-04-0944 min
Prime Time KrimeLori ZimmermanRight now in true crime: Lori Vallow Daybell trial update, Gavin Knupp hit & run case update. In 1984 in Hagerstown Maryland a 15 year old girl named Lori went missing, she would be found deceased days later. Her case quickly went cold. Investigators ended up partnering with a self proclaimed psychic and Unsolved Mysteries to try and attempt to solve Lori’s murder. Her murder still remains unsolved. Sources for episode: https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Lori_Zimmermanhttps://www.heraldmailmedia.com/story/news/2013/04/27/looking-for-closure-in-unsolved-murder-of-lorraine-lori-zimmerma/46507773/https://mdsp.maryland.gov/Organization/Pages/Crimi...2025-04-0438 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #15: What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A ParentIn this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, we dive into the things we wish we had known before becoming parents. From the never-ending pressure of mom guilt to the societal expectations that set us up for unrealistic standards, we get real about the emotional and mental challenges of motherhood.We share personal stories, the wisdom we've gathered along the way, and the lessons we wish we could go back and tell our pre-motherhood selves—like giving ourselves grace, embracing imperfection, and understanding that parenting is a lifelong lesson in letting go.We also discuss: ✅ Why mom g...2025-03-1342 min
A World of DifferenceDr. Beth Allison Barr on The Pastor's Wife and The High Cost of the Two-for-One BargainJoin Dr. Beth Allison Barr for a little history lesson where we see that the role of the pastor's wife hasn't always been this way.In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover the empowering impact of women in church leadership roles.
Uncover the influence of patriarchal systems on women in ministry today.
Explore the fascinating historical evolution of the pastor's wife role.
Navigate the unique challenges faced by pastors' wives in evangelical churches.
Embrace the benefits of inclusive leadership for a more diverse and welcoming church community.
My special guest is Dr. Beth...2025-02-2652 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #14 -Stress Relief for Moms: Unlocking the Body’s Wisdom with Craniosacral & SomaticsIn this episode, we dive into the world of somatic healing and craniosacral therapy with expert Elizabeth Mehta. As a craniosacral therapist and somatic healer based in Mercer Island, WA, Elizabeth shares her journey from working in a medical school to holistic healing, exploring how the body holds onto stress, emotions, and trauma. We discuss the growing mainstream recognition of somatics, the mind-body connection, and how this work supports emotional well-being, conflict resolution, and even parenting. Whether you're curious about somatic healing or looking for tools to navigate life’s stressors, this conversation is packed with valuable insi...2025-02-1259 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #13 "Rare Disease, Big Impact: How One Mom Is Creating Change"In this heartfelt episode, we explore the transformative journey of parenting through the lens of one mother’s extraordinary experience. Our dear friend Jennifer Sills candidly shares the challenges and triumphs of raising two children with unique needs: Juliet, who has Okur-Chung Neurodevelopmental Syndrome, a rare genetic condition, and Jasper, who was later diagnosed with dyslexia.Jen opens up about the emotional and logistical complexities of navigating diagnoses, advocating for her children, and building a global community through her nonprofit foundation. From the intensive early interventions for Juliet to the moment of relief and clarity brought by a...2025-01-1551 min
Women's Wealth and Wellness UNLEASHEDEpisode 8 - Becoming a Vibrational Match to Your 2025 IntentionsIn this episode, we explore how to embrace life’s challenges, align your energy with your goals, and take inspired action to create the life you want in 2025. From vision boards to gratitude jars, we share practical tools, heartwarming traditions, and insights to help you set clear intentions and trust the journey.Key Topics + Chapter Markers:Life is Happening For You [00:02:00]- Challenges are opportunities in disguise—look for the "gift in strange wrapping paper."- Practical reflection: Ask “What is this teaching me?” Becoming a Vibrational Match [00:08:45]- Your energy creates your real...2024-12-3137 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #12: The M Factor Film Re-capIn this episode, Lori recaps her viewing of The M Factor, a 50-minute documentary exploring the profound impacts of hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause. Featuring insights from leading doctors and experts, the film highlights how these hormonal shifts influence brain health, bone density, and overall well-being. Lori also shares takeaways from a post-screening talk by Dr. Kelly Casperson, a featured expert in the movie and a urologist from Bellingham, Washington, who emphasized the importance of breaking menopause taboos and advocating for women’s health.Lori discusses striking findings, such as 250,000 U.S. women experiencing premature menopause an...2024-12-1132 min
Let's Talk About Your BreastsHealth and Advocacy for Women in the Food and Beverage IndustryDr. Lori Choi returns to the show to discuss the declining state of women's healthcare in Texas. She and Dorothy highlight the shortage of resources, particularly in rural and low-income areas. Dr. Choi’s organization, "I'll Have What She's Having," incorporates her medical background and aims to support uninsured workers, especially women, in male-dominated fields. Efforts focus on raising awareness through pop-up dining events. These events also fund preventive care, mental health services, cancer screenings, and reproductive healthcare. DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by our guests don’t necessarily reflect that of The Rose nor ar...2024-11-2633 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #11 - Brain Tumor Unveiled: Menopause, Vision Loss, and meningiomaIn this episode, we dive into a compelling personal journey that began with a simple need for reading glasses but soon revealed a hidden medical mystery. It all started in 2019 when, despite a lifetime of perfect 20/20 vision, our guest noticed subtle yet concerning issues: clumsiness in the kitchen, difficulty reaching for items, and the appearance of a strange head tilt during her Zoom calls. Seeking answers, she visited various optometrists, all of whom attributed her symptoms to aging. Despite trying multiple glasses prescriptions, her symptoms persisted, leaving her feeling dismissed and frustrated.Unwilling to accept the age-related...2024-11-1350 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #10 -The Day I Cried Over Granola - how HRT helpedIn this episode of Let's Get Curious, Lori shares a candid and humorous story about her journey through menopause, which she dubs “The Day I Cried Over Granola.” She recounts how the early signs of menopause appeared gradually, beginning with a lack of motivation, fatigue, and anxiety, which she initially dismissed as stress from moving and dealing with COVID. Over time, more typical menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and eventually heart palpitations began to emerge.A pivotal moment came when Lori experienced a particularly intense heart palpitation, prompting her to visit urgent care and eventually a ca...2024-10-1627 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #9 Vaginal Rejuvenation & Menopause What Every Women Should KnowIn this candid and eye-opening episode, our friend Viviana shares her deeply personal story of navigating menopause, shedding light on the surprising and often overlooked realities women face. From the sudden onset of menopause symptoms like vaginal dryness and atrophy, Viviana explains how these changes impacted her life and led her to explore treatments like vaginal rejuvenation. She discusses the lack of information from doctors, the importance of being open about menopause, and how she found relief through proactive care. This conversation is a must-listen for women seeking to understand the unspoken truths of menopause and the importance of...2024-09-1733 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #8- Egg Freezing, Labor & Lessons: Dorothy's Birth StoryIn this month's podcast episode Dorothy shares her journey to motherhood. She discusses her decision to freeze her eggs in her late thirties so she could have a sense of control of her fertility when and if she decided to get pregnant in the future. She shares about a moment she connects with the soul of her son the month she becomes pregnant. She takes us through her 43 hour labor (yes, you read that right) and the birth plan she envisioned, which ended up being the complete opposite of what actually happened. Dorothy reveals the lessons she learned, the...2024-08-1430 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #7 - A Path to Parenthood: Lori's IVF & Birth StoryIn today's podcast, Lori shares her deeply personal journey to motherhood. She discusses the challenges of trying to conceive naturally, the emotional decision to turn to IVF, and the fears and hopes that came with it. Lori opens up about the difficult conversations with her husband, the heartbreak of a failed IVF attempt, and the process of overcoming feelings of inadequacy. Despite the setbacks, Lori's story is one of resilience and determination, ultimately leading to a joyful outcome. Join us for an intimate and inspiring episode as Lori reflects on her path to becoming a mother and the strength...2024-07-1040 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #6: Let's Talk Vision with Dr. Tina Schiller O.D.In this episode, Lori engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tina Schiller OD, FCOVD, the esteemed owner of Summit Vision Center in Issaquah, WA. Lori shares her personal journey of working closely with Dr. Tina when her daughter's vision challenges began impacting her learning. With a deep passion for the subject, Lori emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between sight and vision, advocating for comprehensive vision evaluations for every child. Unlike milestones like walking or talking, vision problems can be tricky to spot because kids often learn to cope with them. Dr. Tina ade...2024-06-1259 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode 6- Let's Talk Vision with Dr. Tina SchillerIn this episode, Lori engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Tina Schiller OD, FCOVD, the esteemed owner of Summit Vision Center in Issaquah, WA. Lori shares her personal journey of working closely with Dr. Tina when her daughter's vision challenges began impacting her learning. With a deep passion for the subject, Lori emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between sight and vision, advocating for comprehensive vision evaluations for every child. Unlike milestones like walking or talking, vision problems can be tricky to spot because kids often learn to cope with them. Dr. Tina ade...2024-06-121h 00
Tea or Books?Tea or Books? #128: Do We Read Plays? and Fifty Sounds vs The Housekeeper and the ProfessorPolly Barton, Yoko Ogawa, and plays – welcome to episode 128!
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In the first half of today’s ‘Tea or Books?’ episode, Rachel and I revisit a topic from years ago – plays! Specifically, do we think that plays should be read on the page, as well as seen on the stage. In the second half, we compare two books with a Japanese theme: Polly Barton’s Fifty Sounds, a non-fiction about moving to Japan and learning the language, and Yoko Ogawa’s novel The Housekeeper and the Professor, translated by Stephen Snyder.
...2024-06-0800 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode #5: Beyond Birth: Nurturing Pelvic Health Beyond PregnancyWelcome to the podcast where we dive deep into all things pelvic floor health! Join us as we explore the journey of our guest Natalie Headdings, a seasoned doula and exercise specialist, who discovered her passion for pelvic health through her work with postpartum mothers and Pilates teaching.In this episode, our guest shares her inspiring journey from doula work to studying exercise science, weaving together her expertise in a holistic approach to pelvic health. From her experiences in clinical settings to her affection for pelvis models named Polly and Penelope, she brings a unique perspective to...2024-05-151h 12Let's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode 4: Diving into differences- A parent's neurodiversity questIn this podcast, Lori takes us on her journey of navigating the educational system to get support for her daughter who was struggling emotionally and academically. Lori's persistence, curiosity and listening to her gut instincts led to some big discoveries and got her daughter the support she needed. Although the journey is still continuing our hope of sharing this story is to shed light on navigating the educational system for neurodivergent children especially when you have nothing to go off of other than that mother's instinct. Knowing where to start, what could be contributing factors affecting your chi...2024-04-1040 minLet's Talk About Your BreastsFighting for Restaurant Workers’ Access to HealthcareThis Women's History Month, The Rose celebrates trailblazers within the breast cancer community. Waitresses and restaurant workers throughout the city struggle to access basic healthcare. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re reminded of Dr. Lori Choi, a woman fighting for change. As the founder of I'll Have What She's Having, an organization dedicated to improving healthcare access for those in the restaurant industry, she provides unique insight as to why we need improved public policy. And how cultural differences and financial barriers can prevent individuals from receiving necessary care. Th...2024-03-1952 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode 3:Cellular Wellness Unveiled with RealFoodGangstas (Audio + Video)In this episode I interview Josh & Jeanne Rubin owners of East West Healing and known on Instagram as @realfoodgangstas. We discuss how they became the pioneers in restoring thyroid and metabolic health. In this episode, Josh and Jeanne share their 17-year journey, highlighting their unique focus on the thyroid gland and cellular well-being. Unlike others who fixate on specific issues like the thyroid or adrenals, they've developed an approach centered around understanding how every cell in the body functions.They emphasize the thyroid hormone's crucial role in energy production for all cells. Instead of...2024-03-1355 min
Cemetery RowGrab Bag - Haunted Cemeteries, Jane Does and WritersGet ready for some interesting stories in this episode of Cemetery Row. The Olive Branch Jane Doe that we covered in an earlier episode was identified this week, so Lori covers more Jane Does whose identities have also been discovered. Hannah covers the spooky haunted Bachelor's Grove Cemetery in Illinois. And Sheena celebrates Women's History Month by sharing the life of writer Dorothy Parker.2024-03-111h 13Let's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode 2: Finding Peace in Intense Moments-A Mother's Tale of Love, Music, and ConnectionIn this episode, Dorothy opens up and shares her experience on how she was able to stay regulated during her sons time of intense dysregulation. She explains the tool she used that helped her to reclaim her sense of calm which ended up creating a beautiful moment between her and her son. Whether you have children or not we encourage you to listen to this story as it provides insight into so much more than just a mother and child moment. It is a tool we all can use as human beings to remain stable and un-triggered so th...2024-02-1429 minCemetery RowHottiesHappy Valentine's Day! In this episode, the girls cover historical hotties. Lori takes us back to Mount Everest to discuss mountaineer Andrew "Sandy" Irvine. Hannah covers the tragic story of actress and model Dorothy Stratten, and Sheena discusses innovative storyteller/director/actor Orson Welles.2024-02-122h 02Let's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulWell-being Daily Guided MeditationThis podcast is in conjuct to our January Newsletter which speaks about how to live an Empowered Life and includes our Well-being Daily Guided Meditation. What does it mean to experience Empowered Living? I guess another way we can ask you this question is what does your soul need? This answer can be different for all of us but to us it means this...- when you can sit with yourselves and take even just 5 minutes to ask yourself what it is that you need or are you getting what you need are you then in a po...2024-01-3003 minLet's Get Curious with Replenishing SoulEpisode 1: The BeginningWelcome to our first podcast episode where we talk about the history of our 20 year long friendship. We share how asking questions and being curious has lead to our personal growth and the creation of our company Replenishing Soul and this podcast. No mother or woman should worry alone.If you found this podcast to be helpful, enlightening or just relatable please consider writing a positive review on your favorite podcast app and please don't forget to subscribe.If you'd like to be added to our monthly newsletter where we discuss a variety of topics from...2024-01-1641 min
It's Personal Stories, A Hospitality PodcastLori Kiel, Chief Revenue Officer, Pyramid Global interviewed by Dorothy DowlingLori, a self-made leader in hospitality, embodies intentionality and accountability on her path to success. Her journey, marked by self-ownership and determination, has led her to excel as a commercial leader. Lori's commitment to learning and maintaining a growth mindset continues to fuel her growth while she passionately gives back to the industry.2023-12-2835 min
Alzheimer's SpeaksHow To Find Connection Through Reminiscencetoday on Alzheimer's Speaks Lori La Bey talks with:
Lori Yauch, M.A., CCC-SLP, a Speech-Language Pathologist in Southwest Florida. In a 32-year career, she has spent 22 years in dementia care as a clinician and author. Her website, meaningfulmemorymaker.com, showcases personalized books and videos that allow families and caregivers to connect with their loved ones by sharing old memories, making new ones, and having fun along the way.
Alyson Shoenfeld, MS, CCC-SLP, a Speech-Language Speech-Language Pathologist in Southwest Florida. She has spent her 13-year career exclusively with the adult aging population because the gains...2023-12-1256 minAlzheimer's SpeaksHow To Find Connection Through Reminiscencetoday on Alzheimer's Speaks Lori La Bey talks with: Lori Yauch, M.A., CCC-SLP, a Speech-Language Pathologist in Southwest Florida. In a 32-year career, she has spent 22 years in dementia care as a clinician and author. Her website, meaningfulmemorymaker.com, showcases personalized books and videos that allow families and caregivers to connect with their loved ones by sharing old memories, making new ones, and having fun along the way. Alyson Shoenfeld, MS, CCC-SLP, a Speech-Language Speech-Language Pathologist in Southwest Florida. She has spent her 13-year career exclusively with the adult aging population because the gains...2023-12-1256 min
360 Podcast for WomenHow to become an unstoppable overcomerConversations with Pearl
How to become an unstoppable overcomer with Dorothy O'Dell2023-12-0200 min