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A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastFrom Survivor to Advocate: Patrice Griffin’s Fight for Justice and Healing After Years of AbuseIn this deeply moving episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with Patrice Griffin, writer, activist, and survivor who courageously fought for justice after enduring years of sexual abuse by members of the Black Watch Movement and X Clan. For more on her story, listen to her episode in Season 1 after releasing her book, The Unconscious Community.
Patrice shares how she used the Child Victims Act to win her civil cases, her five-year legal battle for accountability, and how therapy and advocacy became the foundation of her healing.
Together, Lo...
2025-11-0532 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastBeyond Achievement: Jane Chen on Redefining SuccessIn this episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock speaks with Jane Chen, social entrepreneur, inventor, and co-founder of Embrace Global, the organization behind a low-cost infant incubator that has saved more than one million premature babies around the world.
While Jane’s humanitarian work earned global recognition, from presidents to the World Economic Forum, behind her achievements was a woman quietly unraveling. Burned out and battling the scars of childhood trauma, Jane faced the collapse of her identity when her company nearly fell apart.
In her deeply personal memoir, Like a Wa...
2025-10-2224 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastSpirituality, Self-Compassion, & Healing Through Hard Times | A Conversation Between Lorilee & Cali BinstockWhen life feels heavy, healing starts with honesty. In this candid episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock opens up about navigating emotional exhaustion and parenting challenges while exploring what spirituality really means. Joined by Authentic Insider's Art Director Cali Binstock, they dive into self-compassion, guilt, and the messy reality of healing.
💫 A raw, heart-centered conversation on spirituality, parenting, and showing up as your authentic self—especially when life gets hard.
2025-10-0838 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastHealing Through Restorative JusticeIn this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with Amanda Carrasco, author of Becoming the Brave One. Amanda shares her story of surviving childhood abuse, the devastating murder of her sister and twin nephews, and how restorative justice became a pathway to healing, courage, and peace. Her journey is a testament to resilience, self-love, and the power of choosing bravery every day.
In conversation with host Lorilee Binstock, Amanda reflects on her traumatic childhood marked by violence, sexual abuse, and the devastating murder of her sister and twin sons. Sh...
2025-09-2446 minA Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastHealing Hack: EMDR meets MicrodosingIn this heartfelt episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock is joined by Cali, Art Director of Authentic Insider magazine, to share their deeply personal healing journeys.
Cali opens up about a transformative summer that included weaning off Zoloft, exploring psilocybin microdosing, and working through EMDR therapy to release painful memories from her teenage years. She describes how these experiences helped her quiet her inner critic, make clearer decisions, and embrace compassion and acceptance for herself.
Lorilee also shares how psychedelics and Internal Family Systems Therapy helped her connect with, and ul...
2025-09-1741 min
Better With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp113: Work Frustrations, Talking Politics (or not) and Fashion HelpAndrea and Lorilee discuss how their jobs may or may not have been made easier by technology, talking or not talking politics with friends and spouse, and share their latest media consumption.Relevant Show Links:Lorilee’s Instagram follow @aysat_officielHybrid/ Remote working after CovidHow to Dress for your Body TypeWhat we are watching:Four SeasonsWear Whatever the F You WantWhat we are reading:The Woods by Harlan CobenThe Briar Club by...
2025-05-2747 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp112: Ice Cream, Outdoor Furniture and Wardrobe MalfunctionsWith warmer weather come cooler treats and so Andrea and Lorilee talk about ice cream, of course! They discuss outdoor furniture and online shopping, and Lorilee confesses her most recent wardrobe malfunction. And a new segment is introduced - Beef of the Week.Relevant Show Links:Lorilee’s Dishes setAndrea’s Wish List ChairsLorilee’s Belt for your wardrobe malfunction needsWhat we are listening to:House of MaherWe'd love to hear from you!Instagram: @betterwithfriends.podEmail: Better...
2025-05-1347 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastSetbacks and Soul-Talk: A Real Conversation About Recovery with Lorilee and Cali BinstockIn the heartfelt season 6 finale of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock is joined by her cousin and Authentic Insider Magazine Creative Director, Cali Binstock for an unscripted and emotional conversation about the realities of recovery, setbacks, and healing. The two dive deep into the messy middle of mental health—those moments when progress feels like it's slipping away, and the tools we've learned feel just out of reach. Lorilee vulnerably shares her recent struggles with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unable to ask for help, while Cali offers insight, validation, and the kind of support that only a s...
2025-05-0138 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastSetbacks and Soul-Talk: A Real Conversation About Recovery with Lorilee and Cali BinstockIn the heartfelt season 6 finale of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock is joined by her cousin and Authentic Insider Magazine Creative Director, Cali Binstock for an unscripted and emotional conversation about the realities of recovery, setbacks, and healing. The two dive deep into the messy middle of mental health—those moments when progress feels like it's slipping away, and the tools we've learned feel just out of reach. Lorilee vulnerably shares her recent struggles with feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and unable to ask for help, while Cali offers insight, validation, and the kind of support that only a sou...
2025-05-0138 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp111: Fruit Nappies, ARFID and Separate BeddingLorilee contemplates new plates for her house, Andrea makes jokes about donating blood, and they discuss air-frying Easter candy (spoiler: not a fan).Relevant Show Links:Lorilee’s IKEA platesA Closer Look at Fruit NappiesSeparate Bedding Leads to Better SleepARFID - Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake DisorderWhat we are watching:Firefly LaneLove On the SpectrumBack In ActionWhat were reading:Still Foolin Them by Billy CrystalWe'd love to hear fr...
2025-04-2946 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp110: Good Coffee, Family Birthday Parties & Roll KuchenAndrea & Lorilee bemoan the disappointment of their morning coffee today, both for different reasons. Andrea goes on a bit of a rant about food and expectations of deliciousness, and Lorilee talks about sibling sabotage.Relevant Show Links:Recipe for Roll Kuchen - Mennonite Girls Can Cook30 Simple Recipes for Delicious FoodMake Good Coffee at HomeWhat we are reading:Unromance by Erin ConnerThe Paradise Problem by Christina LaurenThe Caves of Perigord by Martin WalkerWhat we are listening...
2025-04-1551 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastFrom Silence to Strength: My 70-Year Journey to HealingIn this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock speaks with Babs Walters, survivor and author of Facing the Jaguar: A Memoir of Courage and Confrontation. Babs shares her courageous journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse by her father—a trauma she kept secret for over 70 years.
Raised by teenage parents who met in reform school, Babs faced a childhood filled with violence, betrayal, and emotional neglect. After being sexually abused at age 11 and threatened into silence, she bravely attempted to speak out at 14 and 16—only to be dismissed and disbelieved by tru...
2025-04-1039 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastFrom Silence to Strength: My 70-Year Journey to HealingIn this powerful episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock speaks with Babs Walters, survivor and author of Facing the Jaguar: A Memoir of Courage and Confrontation. Babs shares her courageous journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse by her father—a trauma she kept secret for over 70 years. Raised by teenage parents who met in reform school, Babs faced a childhood filled with violence, betrayal, and emotional neglect. After being sexually abused at age 11 and threatened into silence, she bravely attempted to speak out at 14 and 16—only to be dismissed and disbelieved by trusted adults. Decade...
2025-04-1039 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp106: Liquidation Shopping, Admitting Embarrassing Things & Being Called GrandmaAndrea & Lorilee ponder how to survive an economic downturn, Lorilee shares an embarrassing game she refuses to play and her thoughts on being called “Grandma Penner”.Related Show Links: Leland Klassen Date Night Comedy ShowWhat We are Watching: The Recruit Veronica MarsWhat we are reading: His Majesty’s Hope by Susan Alia Macneil The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley (audiobook) The God of the Woods by Liz MooreWe'd love to hear from you!Instagram: @better...
2025-02-1834 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastInto the Toad: Exploring 5-MeO-DMT and Psychedelic HealingIn this episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with breathwork practitioner, author of Soul/Life Balance, and serial entrepreneur Sam Kabert to explore the transformative power of psychedelics, breathwork and its connection to healing and personal growth. Sam shares insights into how breathwork, alongside psychedelics, including 5MeoDMT, can aid in trauma recovery and breaking through limiting beliefs. Additionally, Lorilee and Sam discuss their experiences with 5-MeO-DMT, a powerful psychedelic derived from toad venom, explaining its potential for deep healing and sharing his personal experiences.
The conversation also delves into Sam’s fre...
2025-01-2342 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastInto the Toad: Exploring 5-MeO-DMT and Psychedelic HealingIn this episode of A Trauma Survivor Thriver Podcast, host Lorilee Binstock sits down with breathwork practitioner, author of Soul/Life Balance, and serial entrepreneur Sam Kabert to explore the transformative power of psychedelics, breathwork and its connection to healing and personal growth. Sam shares insights into how breathwork, alongside psychedelics, including 5MeoDMT, can aid in trauma recovery and breaking through limiting beliefs. Additionally, Lorilee and Sam discuss their experiences with 5-MeO-DMT, a powerful psychedelic derived from toad venom, explaining its potential for deep healing and sharing his personal experiences. The conversation also delves into Sam’s free online community, the...
2025-01-2342 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastFrom Reaction to Connection: Mastering Empathy and Conflict ResolutionIn this episode, Lorilee Binstock interviews John Ford, founder of Empathy Set and a mediator specializing in conflict resolution. They discuss the transformative power of empathy in relationships and its role in resolving conflicts. John shares insights from his Empathy Set tool, featuring cards with feelings and needs prompts, which foster emotional connection and understanding. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging emotions, managing triggers, and building healthy communication habits. Listeners are encouraged to check out John’s article, Reaction to Response, in the December issue of Authentic Insider magazine. Additionally, John shares free resources like his Dictionary of Feelings and Ne...
2025-01-1643 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastFrom Reaction to Connection: Mastering Empathy and Conflict ResolutionIn this episode, Lorilee Binstock interviews John Ford, founder of Empathy Set and a mediator specializing in conflict resolution. They discuss the transformative power of empathy in relationships and its role in resolving conflicts. John shares insights from his Empathy Set tool, featuring cards with feelings and needs prompts, which foster emotional connection and understanding. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging emotions, managing triggers, and building healthy communication habits.
Listeners are encouraged to check out John’s article, Reaction to Response, in the December issue of Authentic Insider magazine. Additionally, John shares free resources like his Dictionary of...
2025-01-1643 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp103: BWF REWIND!Andrea and Lorilee are taking an extended break for the holidays, and are re-releasing one of our most popular episodes of 2024!
Please enjoy Episode 87: Pocket Privilege, Wardrobe Levels and Instagram Algorithms: Do you know what to wear for a dinner at a family restaurant on a Wednesday evening? Andrea proposes a grading system for wardrobe decisions, the girls discuss pockets vs. purses and the Instagram accounts they enjoy and the ones they unfollow.
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2025-01-0734 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp96: Curbside Treasure Hunt, Budgeting and Exotic FruitAndrea and Lorilee discuss the finer points of giving items away for free vs. selling them, donating bodily fluids for money and the changing household dynamics when someone moves out. Also discussed is household budgeting the YNAB way, and trying new fruits.Related Show Links:You Need a Budget (YNAB) (referral link)How to peel a Prickly Pear not like LorileeCalgary’s Curbside Treasure HuntWhat we are reading:The Huntress by Kate QuinnMorgan’s Cross by Nora RobertsWhat we are watching:The Perfect Couple (Netflix)Do you have a...
2024-09-3054 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastYouth Sexual Health EducationIn the first episode of season 6 of "A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast," host Lorilee Binstock welcomes Melissa Kilbride, a Certified Sex Therapist, to discuss the importance of early sexual health education and consent. Melissa shares her eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes cognitive behavioral interventions and mindfulness, and talks about her work with anxious children. They discuss the importance of open conversations about sexual health from a young age to prevent trauma and promote healthy relationships. Lorilee and Melissa also touch on generational differences in discussing sexual health, the necessity of addressing sexting and pornography, and ensuring safe use of...
2024-09-1943 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastYouth Sexual Health EducationIn the first episode of season 6 of "A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast," host Lorilee Binstock welcomes Melissa Kilbride, a Certified Sex Therapist, to discuss the importance of early sexual health education and consent. Melissa shares her eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes cognitive behavioral interventions and mindfulness, and talks about her work with anxious children. They discuss the importance of open conversations about sexual health from a young age to prevent trauma and promote healthy relationships. Lorilee and Melissa also touch on generational differences in discussing sexual health, the necessity of addressing sexting and pornography, and ensuring safe use of technology...
2024-09-1943 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp88: BWF Deep Dive: The Idea of YouPodcast listener and friend Aimee joins Andrea and Lorilee to discuss the recent Prime Video release “The Idea of You” Starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine. Lorilee compares the movie with the book, and together they discuss age differences in relationships, and the pros and cons of the movie.
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2024-06-1154 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp85: Shapeshifters, Food Waste and Podcasting WoesTo the surprise of no one, Lorilee has found a new vampire series to sink her teeth into (sorrynotsorry). The girls talk about food that goes bad in the fridge, what animals they would want to turn into if they were shapeshifters, and looking for a job while you have a job.
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2024-04-3043 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp81: BWF Adoption EpisodeIn this episode, we get to hear from Lorilee’s son Jaden as he asks questions about their trip to China to adopt him almost 10 years ago, and Lorilee fills in the blanks on their family’s experiences on the trip from and back to Winnipeg.
The Presidential Hotel Beijing
Face Changing Dance
Chinese Tea Ceremony
"Pee-Pee Boy" - Tea Pets Explained
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2024-03-0551 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp80: 24 Sussex, Home Improvement Shows, Church CommunitiesAndrea and Lorilee discuss the decline of 24 Sussex (our Prime Minister’s official residence for our non-Canadian listeners), the reality of home renovation shows, and the pros and cons of establishing a community outside (or inside) of church.
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2024-02-2049 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp72: Toad in the Hole, Lying and Book ReviewsDo you know what a Toad in the Hole is? Can people tell if you are lying and what lie have you told and gotten away with it? Andrea and Lorilee chat about this and more… including Lorilee’s newest Vampire adventures.
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2023-10-2439 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp71: Grad Dresses, Maintaining Adult Friendships & Hand SurgeryAndrea & Lorilee discuss their upcoming graduating children, which naturally leads to reminiscing about their own grad dress sagas. Andrea updates on her missing cat status and recent hand surgery (spoiler: use SPF on your hands!!) Lorilee leans on her community to get her kids to school, and together they muse about challenges of maintaining long-distance friends with different schedules.
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2023-10-1037 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp70: Life Updates, Working Mom Wardrobes & Sickness Must-HavesThey are back! After a summer hiatus, Andrea and Lorilee get caught up on the important life changes, discuss the challenges of Lorilee’s work wardrobe and agree on the best self-care when being sick.
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2023-09-2631 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEpisode 69 - Lorilee and JenniferLorilee enjoys catching up with her Winnipeg buddy, Jennifer. They share mental health experiences, talk about Lorilee’s brand new job and how Jen had influenced this turn of events, as well as ideas about restorative justice and animal therapy! And, just to be trendy, they also discuss the Barbie Movie. Guess who wasn’t a fan?
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2023-09-121h 07Better With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp64: Lorilee & ShallonOn this BWF summer series, Lorilee chats with Shallon - fellow grade 5 kid Mom, fellow creative, world traveller...it was supposed to be a 15 minute episode but once we got started, we couldn't stop!
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2023-07-251h 09
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastThe Chronically Under TouchedThis is a LIVE replay (edits made due to technical difficulties) of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is https://www.holisticresistance.com/about, Co-Founder of https://www.holisticresistance.com/ and https://www.grieftoaction.com/ and Creator of https://www.cutproject.org/. ------------------------------ https://firesidechat.com/lorileebinstock 00:00:43 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I'm Lorilee Binstock, your host...
2023-06-1440 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastThe Chronically Under TouchedThis is a LIVE replay (edits made due to technical difficulties) of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Aaron Johnson, Co-Founder of Holistic Resistance and Grief to Action and Creator of The Chronically Under Touched Project.
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Lorilee Binstock 00:00:43
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of the conversation
as my virtual audience.
I'm Lorilee Binst...
2023-06-1440 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastShadow Work & Post-Traumatic GrowthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 11:30am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Jessica Depatie, Executive Producer of Dark Night of Our Soul. For more information about Jessica Depatie's work, visit https://www.shadowmedia.group/links. Lorilee Binstock 00:00:35 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host. Flor then stock. Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or...
2023-06-0753 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastShadow Work & Post-Traumatic GrowthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 11:30am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Jessica Depatie, Executive Producer of Dark Night of Our Soul.
For more information about Jessica Depatie's work, visit https://www.shadowmedia.group/links.
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:35
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this
is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside chat where you can be a
part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am yo...
2023-06-0753 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastBorn Into CrisisThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Reverend Kenneth Nixon Jr., Author of the book Born Into Crisis: A Memoir. For more information about Rev. Kenneth Nixon Jr.'s work, visit Author Rev. Kenneth Nixon. Lorilee Binstock 00:03:22 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I'm Lorilee Binstock, your host. Everyone has an oppor...
2023-05-2535 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastBorn Into CrisisThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Reverend Kenneth Nixon Jr., Author of the book Born Into Crisis: A Memoir.
For more information about Rev. Kenneth Nixon Jr.'s work, visit Author Rev. Kenneth Nixon.
Lorilee Binstock 00:03:22
Welcome.
I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of the conversation
as my...
2023-05-2535 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastTrauma & Disordered EatingThis is a LIVE replay (edits made due to technical difficulties) of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, May 17th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Noga Schechter, Mental Health and Disordered Eating Advocate.
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:28
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Laura Lee Benstock.
Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or our g...
2023-05-1742 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp54: Vampires, Politics and Emergency PreparednessThe "Bloody Episode"!
Andrea tries to solve a mystery for Lorilee and ends up creating a new one. We chat about being prepared for a power outage, some of Lorilee’s kitchen experiences living in Kabul and ... vampires.
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2023-05-1648 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastLet’s Talk Mental HealthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Lorilee Binstock 00:00:18 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thrivers Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock. Everyone has an opportunity to hop on stage. And, actually, I'm hoping people like to would like to hop on stage and and ask any questions or just chat with me today, but I do...
2023-05-0434 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastLet’s Talk Mental HealthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:18
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thrivers Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock. Everyone has an opportunity to hop on stage. And, actually, I'm hoping people like to would like to hop on stage and and ask any questions or ju...
2023-05-0434 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastThe Invisible Machine & Reseting the Nervous SystemThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Jamie Mustard, Co-Author of the book the Invisible Machine: The Startling Truth About Trauma and the Scientific Breakthrough That Can Transform Your Life. For more information about the Dual Sympathetic Reset Procedure, visit The Stella Center. Lorilee Binstock 00:16:58 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am...
2023-04-271h 02
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastThe Invisible Machine & Reseting the Nervous SystemThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Jamie Mustard, Co-Author of the book the Invisible Machine: The Startling Truth About Trauma and the Scientific Breakthrough That Can Transform Your Life.
For more information about the Dual Sympathetic Reset Procedure, visit The Stella Center.
Lorilee Binstock 00:16:58
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a par...
2023-04-271h 02Better With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp51: Rubber Rings, Balloons and Skiing StoriesAndrea introduces Lorilee to a new product, Lorilee (finally) gets new glasses and they both tell their skiing stories (spoiler - neither one had a good experience).
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2023-04-2543 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastThe Unspoken Root CauseThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, April 19th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today's guest is Mandy Harvey, a global leader in trauma healing.
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:34
Welcome. I'm Loriee Binstock
And this is a trauma survivor, thriver's podcast.
Hello, everyone. My apologies
Thank you, for so much for joining me today live on FireSide chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual on and time your home loyalty been stuck. Everyone has...
2023-04-1949 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastCinesomatic TherapyThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today's guest is Andrew Daniel, Author of "Awaken to Your True Self" and Director of the Center for Cinesomatic Development.
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Lorilee Binstock 00:00:50
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is a trauma survivor Thrivers Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock.
Everyone has an opportunity to ask m...
2023-04-1346 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastCinesomatic TherapyThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today's guest is Andrew Daniel, Author of "Awaken to Your True Self" and Director of the Center for Cinesomatic Development. -------------- Lorilee Binstock 00:00:50 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and this is a trauma survivor Thrivers Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside Chat, where you can be a part of conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock. Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or our guest questions by requesting hop on st...
2023-04-1346 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp49: April Fool’s Day, Online Selling & ScamsApril Fools!
In this episode, Lorilee shares her almost FB Marketplace hoodwinking experience. Thankfully, she wasn't fooled by "Walt Smith". Andrea and Lorilee discuss other online selling experiences- is there an etiquette reference guide for this stuff?!?
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2023-04-1140 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp48: Allergies, Love Languages and Heating PadsLorilee doesn’t do herself any favours regarding tech savviness. Andrea, Lorilee (and Olivia) learn their “love languages”- spoiler alert: sleeping and coffee related acts of services are not officially on the list but we think they should be!
Related show links:
The Love Languages Quiz Take it here!
Get your own amazing heating pad (not a sponsor!)
Are you a new person(-ish) after 7 years? (not a scientist!)
Can allergies be cured?
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2023-04-0441 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastSisterhood Against Sexual AssaultThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
***Trigger Warning: This podcast contains discussions of sexual assault. Listen with care and if you are looking for resources, please visit, SASA28173.org ***
Lorilee Binstock 00:02:16
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast.
Today's guest is Dayna Corcoran, founder of the Sisterhood Against Sexual Assault, a profit foundation supporting survivors, and families of sexual abuse. It was created to help victims of sexual viol...
2023-03-2342 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastSisterhood Against Sexual AssaultThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. ***Trigger Warning: This podcast contains discussions of sexual assault. Listen with care and if you are looking for resources, please visit, SASA28173.org *** Lorilee Binstock 00:02:16 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast. Today's guest is Dayna Corcoran, founder of the Sisterhood Against Sexual Assault, a profit foundation supporting survivors, and families of sexual abuse. It was created to help victims of sexual violence by providing training learning and awareness of sexual assault. Dana, thank...
2023-03-2342 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastHealing Postpartum PsychosisThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. ***Trigger Warning: This podcast contains discussions of suicidal ideation and the use of psychedelics to heal postpartum psychosis. We are not doctors in the medical field and are only speaking in the nature of our own experiences. If you are experiencing postpartum depression or psychosis, please reach out to your physician. If you would like to support or donate to the movement for psychedelic advocacy, check out the psychedelic medicine coalition *** Today’s guest is Melissa Lavasani, Founder and...
2023-03-151h 15
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastHealing Postpartum PsychosisThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
***Trigger Warning: This podcast contains discussions of suicidal ideation and the use of psychedelics to heal postpartum psychosis. We are not doctors in the medical field and are only speaking in the nature of our own experiences. If you are experiencing postpartum depression or psychosis, please reach out to your physician. If you would like to support or donate to the movement for psychedelic advocacy, check out the psychedelic medicine coalition ***
Today’s gue...
2023-03-151h 15
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastSeeking Self-WorthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Christine MacDonald, Author of the memoir, Face Value, From Stripper Pole to Baring My Soul. Lorilee Binstock 00:00:38 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast. Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host glory been stock. Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or our guest questions by requesting to hop on...
2023-03-0939 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastSeeking Self-WorthThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Christine MacDonald, Author of the memoir, Face Value, From Stripper Pole to Baring My Soul.
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:38
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience.
I am your host glory been stock. Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or...
2023-03-0939 min
Better With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp44: Where the Crawdads Sing Part 2We really enjoyed the movie (and book) Where the Crawdads Sing, and we invited Lorilee's daughter to join our conversation discussing the themes and theories about this book.
This episode contains spoilers. So read the book or watch the movie before listening if you don't want to ruin the surprise.
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2023-03-0738 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastHypnotherapy to Heal TraumaThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Laura Lynn Logan, Hypnotherapist, Energy Healer and Medical Intuitive.
Transcript:
Lorilee Binstock 00:00:37
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock, and This is A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast.
Thank you so much for joining me live on Fireside chat where you can be a part of the conversation as my virtual audience. I am your host, Loyalty been.
Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or our guest questions by req...
2023-03-0258 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp43: Where the Crawdads Sing Part 1We really enjoyed the movie (and book) Where the Crawdads Sing, and we invited Lorilee's daughter to join our conversation discussing the themes and theories about this book.
This episode contains spoilers. So read the book or watch the movie before listening if you don't want to ruin the surprise.
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2023-02-2833 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp42: Grainy Photos, Mixtapes and T-shirts in WinterAndrea and Lorilee meander through topics like the existence of grainy profile pictures in this age of technology, budgets for kid birthday gifts, the art of making a mixtape, souvenirs from trips and various ways to display Lorilee’s mug collection.
Related show links:
Potential Coffee Mug Display
Estimate how tall your children will grow
1980s Mixtape (Wikipedia)
Celsius to Fahrenheit conversion chart
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2023-02-2139 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp41: Band Concerts, Cinnamon Bun Trials and the Positives of the PandemicLorilee updates us on the Junior High Band concert she attended, Andrea reveals her “50 by 50” intention for this year and they both discuss death of a loved one.
Related show links:
I’m Being Eaten by a Boa Constrictor song (link provided by Lovely Loyal Listener Lisa)
Ologies Podcast
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2023-02-1443 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp40: Indoor Skydiving, Prescription Glasses and VRAndrea updates Lorilee on the indoor skydiving experience (click here to see an example), Lorilee considers reusing a friend’s frames for her own eye prescription, and we discuss lifelong motion sickness which might actually get worse with age?? How rude.
Helpful Links:
Motion Sickness: Symptoms & Treatment (clevelandclinic.org)
How do Progressive Lenses work?
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2023-02-0742 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp39: Irrational Fears, Viva Magenta & SleepThis episode starts with sleep and ends with sleep! Andrea and Lorilee discuss irrational fears that become recurring nightmares, interior design color trends and why they are dumb, and end with things that help us fall asleep (and what doesn’t work).
Also discussed:
Incredible story of a python that ate a farmer…whole
Leviathans
Dream Interpretation
Pantone Color of the Year 2023
Sunrise Alarm Clock
Insight Timer App
John Mulaney’s Bit about Quicksand
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2023-01-3135 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastTransformational HealingThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today's Guest is Corinne Coppola, Mental Health Coach, IFS Practitioner, Trauma Recovery Specialist and Founder of R.E.S.T Retreats. Lorilee Binstock 00:01:06 Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast Thank you so much for joining me live on a Fireside chat you can be a part of the conference station as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock. Everyone has an opportunity to ask me or our guest questions by requ...
2023-01-2640 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastTransformational HealingThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, January 25th, 2023 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today's Guest is Corinne Coppola, Mental Health Coach, IFS Practitioner, Trauma Recovery Specialist and Founder of R.E.S.T Retreats.
Lorilee Binstock 00:01:06
Welcome. I'm Lorilee Binstock and this is A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast
Thank you so much for joining me live on a Fireside chat you can be a part of the conference
station as my virtual audience. I am your host, Lorilee Binstock.
Everyon...
2023-01-2640 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp 38: Dishwasher Rage, Beans & Moral DilemmasLorilee is still learning (or remembers for the very first time) new things about Andrea! After all this......year!
Andrea also gives an update on Lily's session with her animal behaviorist and shares some wisdom from The FlyLady.
(Wonder how the FlyLady got her name?
When Marla found the www.SHEsintouch.com website three years ago, she needed a username. When they found out that she loved to flyfish and she taught it at a local college, they came up with the username “FlyLady”.)
Is dishwasher rage a thing? If so, Lorilee has i...
2023-01-2440 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp35: Waffles, Winter Colds and Downfalls of Costco-sized ItemsAndrea & Lorilee have a few updates on things they chatted about in previous episodes, we also discuss family sickness and upcoming holiday events.
In this episode:
Silicone Waffle Molds
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2022-12-2042 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp34: Dating, Smart Home Devices and Winter DrivingAndrea opens up about her dating life, Lorilee voices her frustration with technology and we discuss the difference between Winnipeg and Calgary winter drivers.
Writing the perfect online dating profile.
Why you should have an emergency kit in your home
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2022-12-1340 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp33 Our Christmas Wish Lists, Media Recommends, To Bake or Not to BakeAndrea & Lorilee discuss their Christmas Preparations (including craft markets and cookies), our current reads, and Andrea blows Lorilee's mind by making an actor connection between 2 favorite TV shows. In this Episode: Ashton Hall by Lauren Belfer Unsolved Mysteries Netflix Veronica Mars Investigations Podcast Class Mom, You’ve Been Volunteered, Yoga Pants Nation books by Laurie Gelman Kolache Recipe Poppy Seed Noodles Recipe
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2022-12-0637 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp 31: Correction Corner, 85 Flavours of Oreos, Vending Machine SnacksWe had to start with a Correction Corner which leads, unexpectedly, to a Bible Binge bash😱. Then Lorilee has a bone to pick with the USA and Japan hogging all of the good flavours. You might want to grab a piece of cake (out of a vending machine?) because you will get hungry listening to this episode. If not, you are dead inside.
In this Episode:
The Bible Binge podcast
Oreos reference guide SO MANY MORE FLAVOURS HERE
Japan’s Kit Kat varieties
Cake Boss Vending Machines (restocked every day from...
2022-11-2237 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver's PodcastA Mother’s PurposeThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat. Today’s guest is Michelle Wagner. A children’s book author and advocate for families with special needs children. The main character in her book series, Mickey, is Michelle’s real life 14-year-old son who was born with hearing loss in both ears and wears Cochlear Implants to aid him in his hearing journey. Michelle has dedicated her life to making sure Mickey has the best medical care and resources. She assists families as they work together through the dif...
2022-11-1634 min
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s PodcastA Mother’s PurposeThis is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 at 1130am ET on Fireside Chat.
Today’s guest is Michelle Wagner. A children’s book author and advocate for families with special needs children. The main character in her book series, Mickey, is Michelle’s real life 14-year-old son who was born with hearing loss in both ears and wears Cochlear Implants to aid him in his hearing journey.
Michelle has dedicated her life to making sure Mickey has the best medical care and resources. She assists families as they...
2022-11-1634 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp30: Eyelashes, Time Changes and Winter WishesDid you love the extra hour of sleep this month? Did you GET an extra hour of sleep where you live? How do you feel about the time change?
Lorilee gives an update on her Magnetic eye liner and lash experience. And explains why she won’t get braces.
Halloween got a bit crazy in one Winnipeg neighborhood this year. Find out what was given out to several children (and it wasn’t just a full size candy bar!)
Andrea describes a winter wish of hers…and then it comes true!
In this Episode:
Andrea’s Exciting Snow Scraper
North Pole Instagr...
2022-11-1541 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp29: Hair- Part TwoLorilee bares it all (pun intended) with more stories about hair and its removal. Andrea seems to have had a more successful relationship with hair, except for a certain "Sun-In Summer". Then things transpire, as they do, to talk about Corey Haim (RIP) and Corey Feldman, 80's teen crushes. Shout out to our friend and loyal listener, Lisa, who remembered them for us!
In this Episode:
UV LED Nail dryer
Magnetic eye liner and lashes
The Ordinary Brow & Lash Serum
Back to School
Roomies
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2022-11-0834 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp28: Hair - Part OneLorilee has some really deep thoughts about hair and how to manage it. Naturally, she needs to ask Andrea all about her thoughts on curly hair, shaving, waxing, fake hair… All. Of. It.
Let your hair down and have a listen!
In this Episode:
Cinnamon Toast Pumpkin Seeds When Lorilee makes this, she uses half of the butter otherwise it can be a bit greasy
Red Pepper Ranch Dip Because Andrea would likely prefer dip to salad…
Curly Girl Method
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2022-11-0137 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp27: Childhood Crushes, OG Mixed Tapes & Bearded GingersAndrea shares how she is responsible for Matt Leblanc's rise to fame and Lorilee admits to having had only 1 poster of a boy on her wall (who was it?). They share mutual crush confessions, including one that you might not expect from The Facts of Life. Andrea shares her latest TV binge and Lorilee her guilty go-to movies during the holidays. They also share their latest literary discoveries.
In this Episode:
Matt LeBlanc's Cherry 7-UP commercial
TV 101 with Matt LeBlanc
We Regret to Inform You podcast with Matt LeBlanc
Frie...
2022-10-2554 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp26: Game shows, Sports, ThanksgivingIn this Episode: Lorilee and Andrea get nostalgic about game shows, have their first (and last) discussion regarding sports, discuss getting fit and all of the various options on socials that may or not help with that.
FitOn app
The Hormone Balance Bible by Shawn Tessone, MD
Password with Jimmy Fallon and Betty White
Hollywood Squares with Robin Williams
The Price is Right Bloopers
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2022-10-1837 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp25: Pina Coladas, Habit Stacking and Phone AppsIn this Episode:
Listen in as Andrea & Lorilee enjoy some pina coladas (on some very creaky chairs-sorry!) while chatting about phone app maintenance, the joys of Alberta liquor availability (vs Manitoba)
Links related to this episode:
Get the Waterllama app if you need to be reminded to drink water (we don't benefit at all)
"Habit Stacking" and other good tips from Balance 365
Kiss your daily emails goodbye with Unroll Me
Enjoy some sea lions on the California Sea Lion webcam
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2022-10-1143 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp:24 Plastic Surgery, Rubber Dresses & Life Saving HoneybeesIn this Episode:
Listen in as Andrea & Lorilee discuss what type of hoarder Lorilee is, how much plastic surgery they've had, rubber dresses and fashion that they would actually wear. And just how are honey bees saving lives? You have to listen to find out!
Links related to this episode:
Get your legs lengthened like this!
The most common plastic surgery in the USA
The story of Lisa Laflamme's Unjust Dismissal
How much "help" have the the Kardashians had? Not sure, but here's an article with pictures-you decid...
2022-10-0448 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp23: Small Claims Court, Reality TV & RecyclingIn this Episode:
Listen in as Lorilee gets litigious, Andrea breaks Lorilee's naïve recycling heart, and they discuss the good, the bad and the romantic of "reality" TV.
Links related to this episode:
Small Town Dicks podcast
Tracking Your Trash: Exposing Recycling Myths *beware- you may never recycle again!
The 32 Best Reality Shows of All Time (Not necessarily our opinion!)
20 Longest running Reality Shows - Newsweek (Just in case you were curious. And...32 years?!?)
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2022-09-2744 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp22: The Queen, Cigars & Small GroupsIn this Episode:
Listen in as Andrea & Lorilee show off how little they understand about Canada's relationship with the monarchy, chat about urban wildlife, dressing fashionably for our age, cigar smoking and small groups at church.
Links related to this episode:
Queen Elizabeth Once Took King Abdullah For A Drive, Proved She's A Badass | HuffPost The World Post
How To Light A Cigar | Cigar Aficionado
Canada - Canada and the Commonwealth | Britannica
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2022-09-2046 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp21: Best Memory Booster, Favorite Fall Recipes, Discovering Your Inner "Lazy Genius"In this Episode:
Lots of topics today! The bunny trail starts with a discussion of our 20's, leads to a brief plug for 100 Humans, and goes on to cover sleep habits and favorite recipes. We also discuss Kendra Adachi's Lazy Genius philosophy and her new book The Lazy Genius Kitchen (We love her! So witty and smart!)
And speaking of hanging out in the kitchen, here are a couple of recipes to try:
8 Can Taco Soup
Polish Dumplings (Lorilee is too lazy to type out the recipe from her youth, but this one...
2022-09-1345 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp20: Back to School Shopping, Breaking Band & Wardrobe UpgradesIn this Episode:
It's "Back To School" and Andrea and Lorilee discuss first days back into that groove and how they prepared (or didn't...). Lorilee's daughter Olivia has been put into middle school band against her will. Lorilee has a fashion re-awakening in NYC and discusses her psychological reasons for not buying clothes during COVID. Luckily Andrea has embraced self love enough for both of them!
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2022-09-0642 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp18: Andrea, Lorilee and Hailey - Get OFF Broadway!On this episode:
Andrea and Lorilee (with special guest Hailey) discuss the "TheaTAAAHHHH, Dahling..." Specifically the Off Broadway play that Lorilee and Hailey experienced on their recent trip to NYC. This naturally morphs to reliving their own theatrical debuts, and inevitable screw ups. But the show must go on!
Here's a [not so] "Perfect Crime" description
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And if you want to remember the String Song from the Music Machine...listen here!
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2022-08-2352 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp16: Stalking New Kids on the Block & Disgusting Cocktail CreationsIn This Episode: Andrea and Lorilee discuss naming cars, Andrea's stalking history, and Lorilee's taboo post COVID fruit fondling. You might learn something about online grocery shopping or coyote behavior, but then again, can you trust us for factual information? You be the judge. This is fact though!
Here's where you can try a Sour Toe Cocktail.
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2022-08-2350 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp17: Summer Mini-sode #4Hailey, Lee and NYC!
Hailey and Lorilee have just returned from a quick trip to New York City. We tell you what we did, what we learned and tips for navigating the NY subway. Why is it called the Big Apple? We can tell you that too!
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2022-08-1625 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp14: Zoom Makeovers, Homely 80's Musicians, and Creepy CoincidencesIn This Episode: Andrea and Lorilee decide it might be easier to wear wigs, Lorilee suggests one like this for Andrea's Concert Look
They reminisce about all things 80's-fashion, musicians, and tv show themes. There may be a short episode of "Name That Tune"
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2022-07-2641 min
Ground and GratitudeAdvice on Aging and Acting with Art ConnLorilee’s close friend and colleague, Art Conn, joins her to discuss his creative journey. Art has worn many hats in his career, from acting and directing theater, to hosting radio and television shows, to working in marketing. He is also well known as the host and emcee for several Clarksville entertainment venues, in addition to being Committee Chairman for the “Best of Clarksville” event for the past 16 years. Currently, Art is a part of Lorilee’s team at Thrive Creative Agency, where he lends his many years of marketing and advertising experience. The pair talk about the origins of his c...
2022-07-1341 minGround and GratitudeBlending Strategy & Design with Shruthi Manjula BalakrishnaLorilee is joined by fellow designer and Vermont College of Fine Arts graduate, Shruthi Manjula Balakrishna. Shruthi is an accomplished creative who draws from many different fields for inspiration in her design aesthetic. Her work is deeply influenced by her interest in anthropology, philosophy, and behavioral psychology, as she strives to create with a human-centric sensibility. In addition to her role as Design Director at Austin, Texas based firm, FÖDA, Shruthi is also an educator, speaker, and researcher, exploring the effects of design on human behavior through her position as a Doctor of Design scholar at North Carolina S...
2022-06-2952 minGround and GratitudeFinding Your Light with Susan BryantIn this episode, Lorilee connects with her friend and former professor, Susan Bryant. The two met in Susan’s class at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee where she taught analog photography for 37 years. Her work has been featured in numerous exhibits across the country, and she has been the recipient of several distinguished artistic fellowships throughout her career. Though she retired from full time teaching in 2019, Susan continues to instruct online and in-person photography workshops, while also maintaining a robust and active studio practice. She and Lorilee discuss the nature and value of creativity in different phases of...
2022-06-1546 minGround and GratitudeSinger-Songwriter Lauren Morrow on Performing and Personal GrowthLauren Morrow is an acclaimed Nashville-based songwriter and performer. Her music is unique, blending genres like rock and classic-country with her adept storytelling skills and expressive voice. Like Lorilee, Lauren has come to embrace and draw on her own background to create from the heart. With this approach, her individual experience has resonated with people from many walks of life. Lauren joins Lorilee for a personal conversation about what drives her as a creative, why she takes risks in her art, and how she pushes through negativity and self-doubt to make incredible music.Highlights: On Lauren’s p...
2022-06-0152 min
Better With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp6: This or That, Never Have I Ever, Gross Food Stories & Celebrating Mediocrity!Welcome to today’s “Fun and Games” Episode. Lilly the cat, tries to join in frequently---who knew she she had so many opinions? Also, Lorilee GOOFED. In Uzbekistan, “a cup of tea filled to the brim goes against all standards of good form and hospitality”. That would mean that you would get a full cup of tea in Afghanistan!
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2022-05-3148 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp5: Secondhand Furniture, Family Vacations, and TV ShowsFrom This Episode:
See what Andrea's childhood summer crush looks like today (Just kidding...or am I?)
Check out the pool Lorilee almost drown in
Gravity Falls (on Disney+)
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2022-05-2552 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp3: Cats, Concerts and PodcastsOh no! Our first guest, Oliver, has gone missing! Andrea and Lorilee chat about being cat people vs dog people (or omni-pet people!), what they do for fun in their spare time, and touch on a few of their favorite podcasts.
From Today's Podcast:
Behind the Scenes with Spiderman's Tom Holland
Popcast with Knox and Jamie (see ep 430: Wealth in Pop Culture Quiz: rich nipples vs. poor nipples)
The Bible Recap with Tara- Leigh Cobble
Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly
We Regret to Inform You
Self Care Club...
2022-05-1737 minBetter With Friends - Conversations with Andrea and LorileeEp2: Birth Stories and going Vegetarian... sort ofIt was bound to happen - Andrea and Lorilee share their birth story experiences - Adoption, C-Section and Natural - Oh my! Lorilee gives a detailed account of a recent surgery (hope you aren't too squeamish!) and shares about her new dietary adventure. Andrea and Lorilee test out remote recording- it seemed like a good idea at the time, but the sound quality is lacking. We promise, we'll do better next time! Listen & Subscribe on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts We'd love to hear from you! Email: Betterwithfriends@outlook.com Instagram: Betterwithfriends.pod
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2022-05-0333 minGround and GratitudeCuriosity in Life and Design with Marielena AndreLorilee is joined by Marielena André -- a multimedia designer and educator living in New Jersey. She is an accomplished artist with expertise in textile, fashion, graphic and sustainable design, as well as product development. Marielena and Lorilee discuss the fundamental curiosity that has fueled their respective journeys in creativity and education, as well as the importance of experimenting, failing, reinventing, and reapplying ourselves as we grow and develop our lives. Highlights: On Marielena’s playlist: Instrumental piano, Afrobeat, Brazilian music, Yo-Yo Ma, and SILENCE!Working with her hands and playing with materials from a young ageThe...
2022-04-2750 minGround and GratitudeGetting Real About Depression with Laura WatkinsLorilee sits down with Laura Watkins -- entrepreneur, licensed cosmetologist, mom, and owner of Pure Salon Spa in Louisville, Kentucky. Laura and Lorilee discuss their respective journeys with mental health and what it truly means to practice self care, especially when we’re struggling. Laura shares her personal experience with depression and the many treatments she tried to address her mental health. She emphasizes how essential it is to have a dialogue about mental illness with our friends, families, and loved ones so that everybody experiencing difficulty knows that they’re not alone.Highlights: On Laura’s playl...
2022-04-1349 minGround and GratitudeMichael Janda, Award-Winning Creative Director, on the Business of DesignLorilee sits down with one of her mentors, Michael Janda, to talk shop; specifically, the business of being a designer. Michael is an award-winning creative director, designer, and agency veteran. In 2002, he founded the creative agency Riser, which provided design and development services for high-profile brands, including Disney, Google, Warner Bros., National Geographic and many others. Michael sold Riser in 2015 and now spends his time speaking, developing books, courses, and social media content to help creatives level-up and navigate their careers. He is the author of Burn Your Portfolio and The Psychology of Graphic Design Pricing.Michael an...
2022-02-1656 minGround and GratitudeHoliday Special: Rural Route OneIn this special episode, Lorilee shares personal reflections on her childhood in Kentucky, detailing rich memories of Thanksgiving on Long Vue Farms and the safe spaces she created for herself as a young person. It was these sanctuaries -- under the dining room table or out in the garden -- that created the conditions for healing and true gratitude, but somewhere along the way, Lorilee lost touch with this grounding practice, leading her to ask a question many of us still grapple with; where is my safe space today?“Rural Route One” is an excerpt from Cultivator and C...
2021-11-2526 minGround and GratitudeWriting and Rituals with Natalia IlyinWelcome to the very first episode of Ground & Gratitude, a new podcast from designer and entrepreneur Lorilee Rager.To kick things off, Natalia Ilyin joins Lorilee on the show to discuss routines; the rituals that keep us grounded, calm the mind, and make space for creative ideas to thrive. Whether it’s pouring yourself a cup of tea or sitting down to write morning pages, even small routines can lead to transformation.Natalia is a Professor of Design, Design History and Criticism at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, and is also Founding Faculty of...
2021-10-1348 minGround and GratitudeWelcome to Ground and GratitudeWelcome to Ground and Gratitude, a new podcast from Lorilee Rager. Lorilee is sitting down with experts, friends, and even the neighbor next door to talk about what it means to live a truly healthy life. How do we grow and better our lives -- and the lives of those around us? Tune in every other Wednesday to find out.Visit our website to learn more, or follow Lorilee on Instagram.
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