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Shine Bright Like the FirmamentSoldier for GodIn this episode, Madeline chats with Fr. Zach Glick, a priest of the Diocese of Gary and a military chaplain in the Air Force. During their conversation, they discuss the podcast he co-hosted with as a seminarian, his mechanical engineering degree at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Air Force ROTC, why he chose Rose-Hulman, coming back to and owning his faith in college, the power of personal invitations, what a come-and-see retreat is like, St. Francis of Assisi, why he chose to become a diocesan priest, and so much more!During the course of their conversation, they make...2025-01-1555 min
Shine Bright Like the FirmamentNot By SightIn this episode, Madeline chats with Bob Smith, a blind computer programmer. During their conversation, they discuss the connection between coding and mechanical things, his degree in sociology from UIUC, community college, how he got into college, how he became blind, the accommodations that allow him to do his job, his love of COBOL, the story of him almost drowning, things that have inspired his faith, and so much more!During the course of their conversation, they make many references which you can explore. Some of these references include the following movies: Song of Bernadette, Francis of...2025-01-0143 min
Finding Your Freedom120. On Transitions, Grief, and GrowthIn this episode, I talk about transitions and the (very normal 2023-09-0300 minFinding Your Freedom119. Manifestation, Self Trust and Finding BalanceIn this episode, I talk about manifesting and the life you desire. I talk about setting goals, getting clear, passing tests, and working on letting go of self doubt. Tune in if you have big dreams on the horizon and aren’t sure how to bridge the gap to there from your current life 2023-07-1500 minFinding Your Freedom118. Lifestyle and Mindset Shifts to Prevent BurnoutIn this episode, I talk about burnout and being out of alignment. I talk about changing the structure of your life to prevent burnout, jobs, friends, asking for help, etc. As well, I discuss to common mindsets that can get us stuck in burnout, perfectionism and people pleasing, form of self sabotage. Tune if you’ve not been feeling like yourself lately, feel less grounded or burnt out 2023-06-2300 minFinding Your Freedom117. Living Your Creative Purpose and Creating a Life-first Business with Kendra SkyeKendra is an artist entrepreneur who coaches women to deepen their creative purpose and build a life-first business through a balance of feminine and masculine energy.In this episode, we discuss:-What Kendra is finding freedom from-Kendra’s story of entrepreneurship & business -Working through the fear in starting a business & in life-Kendra’s strategy for business: combining the masculine and feminine-What is a life-first business?-Airbnb hopping -Working through life changes and not knowingKendra Skye’s Inst...2023-06-0800 minFinding Your Freedom116. Finding Stability and Grounding in Your 20sIn this episode, I talk about finding stability and grounding in your 20s. I talk about how it starts with healing within and learning your triggers. I also talk about 3 key areas for finding stability: love & relationships, career and money/finances. I also emphasize having a stable home base and community where you live. Tune into this episode if you are looking to find more freedom and grounding in your life to make space for more joy, love and creation (more of the things you love!) 2023-06-0200 minFinding Your Freedom115. Travel: How it Changes Your Life and BrainIn this episode, I talk about travel and how it has the ability to change your life and your brain. I talk about how it clears your vision, and helps you make changes in your life. I hope this episode inspires you to take a trip this summer and see your life in a new perspective 2023-05-2500 minFinding Your Freedom114. A Guide to Mastering Your 20sIn this episode, I talk about mastering your 20s. I give a guide to mastering your 20s and skills you need to succeed, in career, love and relationships, community building, mental and physical health and more (as a 26 year old with more to learn of course). Hope this episode helps you through your 20s, especially those entering the beginning of this transformative time 2023-05-0400 min
Shine Bright Like the FirmamentThe Language of CreationIn this episode, Madeline chats with Sr. Damien Marie Savino, FSE, a Franciscan Sister of the Eucharist and the Dean of Science and Sustainability at Aquinas College. During the course of their conversation, they discuss growing up in Connecticut, her love of the outdoors, her undergrad at McGill University, the importance of listening to your heart, the intersection of people and place, her master's in soil science at the University of Connecticut, finding her way back to her faith, how she found the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist, an influential visit to Assisi, her community's formation process, sacrifice as...2023-03-2953 minFinding Your Freedom113. Making the Most Out of Therapy: Preparing Before, During and After Your SessionIn this episode, I talk about preparing for your therapy/coaching/healing sessions effectively. I talk about how to prepare beforehand, for the session itself and after the session. I talk about relaxation, emotional processing, and self care techniques for after your session. I also talk about the great responsibility practitioners have when bringing up past trauma, and the need for practitioners to be trained in relaxation and somatic techniques. Enjoy this episode if you want to make the most out of your therapy and coaching sessions my loves 2023-03-1000 minFinding Your Freedom112. Practicing Self Compassion and Fear Before The LeapIn this episode, I talk about self compassion and fear before your next big up-level. I talk about what self compassion and how to develop it. I talk about some research on self compassion. As well, I mention how fear comes up before big changes in life and why to NOT listen! Enjoy this episode for your weekly dose of self love, research and expansion 2023-03-0100 min
Shine Bright Like the FirmamentPerfect Love Casts Out FearIn this episode, Madeline chats with Alex Wallace, a licensed professional counselor. During the course of their conversation, they discuss his conversion from a none to Catholic, his connections to St. Francis, his undergrad in psychology at Butler, his graduate work at Ball State in sports and exercise psychology and counseling, his work at Ruah Woods, caring for people in a way consistent with Catholicism, being made for relationship, what inspired him to pursue counseling, the meaning of the Hebrew word “ruah”, theology of the body, wounds and freedom, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, the four harmonies, the uncountable dignity of e...2023-02-1556 minFinding Your Freedom111. EMDR and Trauma HealingIn this episode, I talk about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). I talk about what it is, research on it and some of experience with it before & after it. Tune in if you’re interested in learning about different types of trauma therapy. -What is EMDR?My experience with EMDR -When it could be time to try EMDR -Studies on EMDR: neurobiological & genetic/epigenetic changesConnect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey | @maddsbaileyy Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Leave a 5-s...2023-02-0700 minFinding Your Freedom110. All About AnxietyIn this episode, I talk about all about anxiety. I talk about the biological process that happens when we are anxious or in a fear state. I talk the mind spirals, and tools to work through your anxiety. As well, I talk about the idea of zooming out and gratitude and how this can help with anxiety. Tune in my anxious folks :)-Anxiety: the process in the brain and body -Anxiety spirals and moving out of them: you can’t think your way out of it-Coping strategies for anxiety: mind & body based...2023-01-2000 minFinding Your Freedom109. 2022 Reflections: Lessons in Love, Money and BusinessHappy New Year everyone! Happy to be back in your ears for another year of the Finding Your Freedom podcast. We will have new episodes every Wednesday, our new release day, all year. Year 3 of the podcast commencing soon 2023-01-0500 min
Shine Bright Like the FirmamentWe Are Not EnemiesIn this episode, Madeline chats with Argentinian Jesuit astronomer Fr. José Funes, SJ. During their conversation, they discuss the inspiration of NASA astronauts landing on the Moon, studying astronomy in his undergrad, his PhD work in Padua, his time as director of the Vatican Observatory, the phenomenal skies of Argentina, how he ended up as a Jesuit, an encounter with the man who would become Pope Francis, his work with the star formation legend Ron Kennicutt, what his Jesuit formation was like, the equal importance of the humanities, what a typical day is like for him, sports and their a...2023-01-0434 minFinding Your Freedom108. Astrology 103: Diving Deeper Into Houses, Aspects and Medical Astrology with Jessica LanyadooWith more than twenty-five years of experience as a consulting Astrologer, psychic medium, and animal communicator, Jessica Lanyadoo believes no topic is off limits or unworthy of kindness. Lanyadoo is the host of the popular weekly Astrology + Advice show where she sometimes does animal communication readings, Ghost of a Podcast, and the author of Astrology For Real Relationships. Jessica can be found on Instagram and at lovelanyadoo.com. Learn with her at patreon.com/JessicaLanyadoo.In this episode, we discuss: -What Jessica is finding her freedom from -Jessica’ story of finding astrology...2022-12-0200 min
Shine Bright Like the FirmamentFully Alive (BONUS)In this special Thanksgiving bonus episode, Madeline chats with her friend Sophia Hoffert who is an artist, writer, and Ball State creative writing grad student who also happens to be the creative mind behind all of this podcast's artwork! During their chat, they discuss her St. Edmund Campion screenplay, how she got into creative pursuits, storytelling and God as a storyteller, her dream job, the influence of her Canadian phase, how she ended up at Ball State, being raised Anglican, St. Francis's music ministry and her conversion story, a powerful encounter with the Eucharist, the power of character, the...2022-11-261h 06Finding Your Freedom107. Letting Your Friendships Evolve, Loneliness and Friendship BreakupsIn this episode, I talk about friendships. I talk about how they change in our 20s, expectations for them, feeling lonely and losing friends as you grow. I talk about calling in the community you desire in your life so tune if you’ve ever felt lonely or sad when your friendships are changing 2022-11-1800 minFinding Your Freedom106. Problems with Modern Day Spirituality & the Importance of Trauma and Relational Healing with Michaela CowdenWelcome our FIRST repeat guest to the show, my friend Michaela Cowden 2022-11-0500 minFinding Your Freedom105. Creativity from Peace vs. ChaosIn this episode, we talk about creating from a peaceful nervous system vs. chaos. We talk about the differences in creativity in a rest and digest nervous system, vs. in fight or flight. We talk about the freedom that comes from creativity without need and expectations. -Creating from pressure and financial need-Creating from calm and alignment -Creativity when it’s not forced Connect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Leave a 5-star (and written review) for the podcast he...2022-10-1000 minFinding Your Freedom104. Reflecting on 25: Finding Stability and Growing in RelationshipsIn this episode, I reflect on the past year, of 25, and the growth that occurred there. I talk about the restructuring process that occurred to find stability in my life. I talk about lessons in love and relationships and the growth. Enjoy this episode and next week’s guest episode diving deeper into these topics with a special guest! Grateful to have you hear along for the journey 2022-09-2100 minFinding Your Freedom103. From Conflict to Connection: A Neuroscientist's Guide to Handling ConflictIn this episode, I talk about conflict, what happens during conflict in our brain and body and how we can learn to handle conflict better. Conflict is a beautiful opportunity to learn more about yourself and your partner/friend/or family member you are engaging with. Listen in to this episode if you want to learn how to crush conflict and keep your heart open when you are feeling triggered 2022-08-2300 minFinding Your Freedom102. Letting Go of Self Work & Living in the Present MomentIn this episode, I talk being more present in your life, versus being obsessed with personal development and healing work. I talk about letting go of the need to always have that next goal or next thing to work on and focus more on just enjoying life and having fun.-Letting go of the “always something else to fix or solve” narrative-Letting ourself be more present + have more fun-Becoming comfortable in the calm & not creating chaos Connect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey Visit my website: http...2022-08-0900 minFinding Your Freedom101. Relationships 101: Building Strong FoundationsIn this episode, I talk about building strong foundations before getting into romantic relationships. I talk about self love, self work, and knowing your past traumas & triggers. I talk about mastering emotional intelligence before entering a new relationship. I talk about the transitional phase of letting go of the “strong independent woman/or man” and learning to compromise. This is a juicy one guys, (seeing a lot of new relationships this year!), so tune in if you are also in this phase of growth or calling in a new relationship 2022-07-2100 minFinding Your Freedom100. Letting Go of Perfectionism: The Trauma MaskIn this episode (the 100th episode of FYF!!), I talk about the long-awaited topic - perfectionism. I talk about the origins of perfectionism in my life and how it affected my life. I talk about my turning point moment and how I started to let go of it. I end with talking about how it still shows up in my life in a little ways. Stay tuned for this episode (the 100th!!) if you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism 2022-07-0100 minFinding Your Freedom99. The Healing Power of Flowers with Katie HessKatie Hess is a flower alchemist, author of Flowerevolution and founder of LOTUSWEI, one of the world’s leading floral apothecaries. With her signature elixirs featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, The New York Times and the LA Times, her flower-powered community is thriving. Katie teaches mindful-awareness practices at Flowerlounge events around the world, hands out flowers to strangers in urban Flower Flash Mobs + hosts the Flowerlounge Podcast with listeners in over 75 countries. She’s founder of the Self-Arising Nature Center in Phoenix, Arizona, a center for flower essence education, experiences and practitioner training.In this episode, we d...2022-06-2200 minFinding Your Freedom98. Letting Go of Your Plan to Make Space for God's PlanIn this episode, I talk about letting go of control and letting life surprise you. I talk about the ways I’ve tried to control life and the beautiful blessings that have come in when I let go of control and how I thought things need to be. God, divine, the universe, source - whatever you call, let go and be open to the beautiful blessings and surprises that life wants to bring your way. -How you intend for things to unfold & manifestations-Resistance when life takes you on a different path-Letting li...2022-06-1800 minFinding Your Freedom97. Loving and Connected Sexuality with Erin RyanErin Ryan is an intuitive energy healer, artist, embodiment mentor, and is training to be a holistic sex coach / therapeutic yoni massage practitioner. Her mission is to help women remember their primal essence and power through both physical embodiment and energetic healing. Creating safety within, healing the heart and yoni, and establishing deeper intimacy with self and others along the way. She believes through accepting our darkness and loving all parts of ourselves we find liberation. Erin’s devotion is to unconditional freedom, sexual sovereignty, coexisting with our shadows, and experiencing life through an artist's lens.In th...2022-06-1000 minFinding Your Freedom96. When Finding Your Freedom Goes Too FarIn this episode, I talk about when finding your freedom goes too far. I talk about using your freedom as a mask, hyper-independence, and how the ask of seeking freedom keeps us safe from true intimacy. Tune in for a deep, insightful, and heart-open episode with a bit of inner child healing, saying goodbye to a younger version of Madeline.-Letting go of old identities: continually letting go of trauma masks-Moving through extremes: perfectionism to freedom extremes-Healing is humble: you never have it all figured out-Celebrating the light...2022-06-0300 minFinding Your Freedom95. Aligning Your Life with Your Menstrual CycleIn this episode, I talk about aligning your life with your cycle. I talk about the different energies you experience each 4 weeks of your cycle and how you can work with your energy/hormonal levels during this time. Tune in if you want to connect more with your feminine essence 2022-05-1900 minFinding Your Freedom94. Morning and Nighttime Routines for Intentional, Spiritual and Creative LivingIn this episode, I talk about morning and nighttime routines. I describe my own morning and nighttime routines/rituals and how they benefit my life. Tune in if you too are working to create a more intentional, grounded life through changing your routines. All the love 2022-04-2700 minFinding Your Freedom93. Opening Your Heart Again After HeartbreakIn this episode, I talk about our wounding in relationships and how they expose our core wounds. I talk about the fears that come up when opening your heart again after a recent breakup. I talk about the beauty in healing past pains. Listen in if you recently went through a breakup and scared to open your heart again 2022-04-1500 minFinding Your Freedom92. Psychological ProjectionsIn this episode, I talk about projections. I define them and talk about where they come from. I give examples of experiences of projections and describe experiences from my own life. -What are projections?-Fear, insecurity and projections -Self awareness, the subconscious and projections-Best defense against projections: a strong foundation of self -Examples of projections in my own life/generally Connect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Leave a 5-star (and written review) for...2022-04-0500 minFinding Your Freedom91. Psychedelic Psychotherapy and the Nature of True Healing with Will Siu, MD, DPhilWill Siu MD, DPhil, completed medical training at UCLA and a doctorate in immunology at the University of Oxford. He continued with psychiatric training at Harvard Medical School, where he remained on faculty for six years, before moving to New York City to further study and practice psychedelic-assisted therapies. His work as a public educator has reached a wide audience through speaking, writing and social media outlets. Will is co-principal investigator on a pilot research study exploring MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for fibromyalgia. He maintains a clinical office in Los Angeles for patient care, trains psychiatrists/psychologists, and is an advisor...2022-03-3000 minFinding Your Freedom90. Conflict and CommunicationIn this episode, I talk about leaning into “conflict” and hard conversations. I talk about keeping your heart open in difficult conversations, and growing from these experiences. Listen in if you tend to avoid conflict in your life, and want to learn to be more firm in boundaries and open hearted in difficult discussions. -Liberation of self through hard conversations-Being firm in your boundaries & open-hearted in conflict -Trusting yourself in the conversations you need to have-Learning to lean into hard conversations in a world of limitless choice & ghosting...2022-03-1700 minFinding Your Freedom89. Codependency: Learning to Heal Your Own HeartIn this episode, I talk about codependency and what is it and what it is not. I talk about the need to be needed and where this comes from. I talk about examples from my life and past relationships. Enjoy this episode & tune in if you too are putting up a microscope to your relational self 2022-03-0900 minFinding Your Freedom88. Spiritual Awakening, Mother Wounds, and Body Acceptance with Krista Williams of Almost 30Krista Williams is the co-founder of Almost 30, a top 50 podcast, global brand, and community. With a background in digital marketing, sales, and strategy at Fortune 100 companies, Krista left the corporate world behind to build Almost 30 from the ground up alongside her best friend and co-host Lindsey Simcik. Since its inception in 2016, Almost 30 has grown to more than 50 million downloads, has been nominated for “Best Wellness Podcast” and “Best Spirituality Podcast” by iHeartRadio, and has been recognized by Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Hollywood Reporter, Girlboss, Shondaland, and more. Krista leads worldwide events, digital programs including The Law of One Book Club and her...2022-03-0100 minFinding Your Freedom87. Surrendering to Transitions: Learning to Love the In BetweenIn this episode, I talk about transitions and the in between. I talk about the phase before the next chapter begins, and the wisdom this phase holds for us. Tune in if you too are in a time of transitions, waiting for your next chapter to begin.-2 years of global in between with covid-The in between phase I’ve been in the past year -Lessons & learnings from the in between phase-Combating frustration and cultivating patience in transitions -How we evolve and uplevel through transitions ...2022-02-1600 minFinding Your Freedom86. Boundaries in RelationshipsIn this episode, I talk about setting boundaries specifically in the context of romantic relationships. I talk about the reasons we struggle to and the fears/limiting beliefs that come up when we try to. Listen in if you are working to have healthier relationship dynamics 2022-02-0800 minFinding Your Freedom78. Eclipses, Venus Retrograde and 2022 Astrology with Matthew Baniak of Still Water AlchemyMatthew Baniak is the Founder of Still Water Alchemy - a holistic business focused on alchemizing the Mind, Body, and Soul. Matthew specializes in the spiritual fields of Astrology & Tarot, and offers accountability and support through Coaching and Mentorship. Through connection to both the Spiritual & Physical Realms of Consciousness, Matthew provides his clients with the tools needed to cultivate Success, Vitality, and Love so they can reach their fullest potential and acquire the dream life they desire. In this episode, we discuss: -Freedom through entrepreneurship -Matthew’s story of becoming an astrologer ...2021-12-1300 minFinding Your Freedom76. Eclipse Season: Eclipse PortalsIn this episode, I do a live reading for eclipse season. I discuss what eclipses bring up and how to optimize this time to meet your highest self, and align with your highest timeline. I share stories from past eclipse portals and transformation from them. Enjoy! 2021-11-2300 minFinding Your Freedom75. Daddy Issues: Learning to Trust MenTRIGGER WARNING: Sexual trauma is discussed in this episode. In this episode, I talk about my relationship with my father, sexual assault, and feeling scared around men. I talk about how these beliefs were formed, how they are affecting my relationships now, and how I’m working to heal them. This one is juicy! ~~~daddy i$$uses~~~-My relationship with my dad growing up and now-Sexual trauma in my life and how it affects my perception of men -How these beliefs of men have shown up in my re...2021-11-1600 minFinding Your Freedom74. Life Update: Relational Wounds, Big Shifts, and Sitting in the UnknownIn this episode, I talk about what I’ve been going through the past two months. I talk about my new relationship, going all in on my business, ending up places I’d never expect and sitting in the unknown. Enjoy this vulnerable episode 2021-11-0100 minFinding Your Freedom73. Listening to Our IntuitionIn this episode, I talk about listening to our intuition and things that may get in the way. I talk about the difference between signs and tests, and the fear voice and our intuition. -A recent situation where I didn’t listen to my intuition -Your fear voice vs. your intuitive voice -The fears that come from following your intuition -Asking for and looking for signs -Being tested by the universe: when the outside looks right, but feels wrong-My experience in San Diego2021-10-2500 minFinding Your Freedom72. Seasonal Self CareIn this episode, I talk about aligning with the seasons. I talk about the energy of each season, the astrology, and how to align your self care routines with it. Cozy up with your favorite fall beverage and tune in loves!-An exciting announcement -Self care for Fall-Self care for Winter -Self care for Spring -Self care for Summer Connect with me on Instagram: @madelinebbailey Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Leave a 5-star (and written review) for the...2021-10-2100 minFinding Your Freedom71. Communicating Effectively, Dealing with Triggers, and Emotional Intelligence with Caitlin Peterson, LCSW, CHTCaitlin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Heart-Centered Hypnotherapist and Toltec Warrior Goddess Training Facilitator. She has been working in client services for 15 years. She helps clients as a guide to support her clients as they cross the bridge from a place of self doubt, victimization and recurrent crises to lives full of awareness, personal responsibility self-compassion and joy. Caitlin fundamentally believes everyone has the answers within them to transform their life. It is in session that clients learn ancient Toltec techniques to align the body, mind and soul through the subconscious mind. This is your journey back "...2021-10-1200 minFinding Your Freedom70. Keeping Your Heart Open in LoveIn this episode, I talk about keeping your heart open in love and communication within relationships. I talk about dealing with triggers and communicating your feelings and needs. Enjoy this episode and deep dive in my process ~all the love~-Choosing love and accountability in relational conflicts -Getting curious on your own emotional needs -Choosing to keep your heart open vs. reverting to past trauma behaviors-An example situation with triggers, and keeping my heart open last week -Feeling the sensations of emotions in the body & the stories attached...2021-10-0500 minFinding Your Freedom69. Astrology 101 with Colin BedellColin Bedell is a queer Gemini Twin from Long Island, New York. He's a passionate student of secular personal-growth systems, and the universal spiritual themes explored in A Course in Miracles. Well & Good Magazine listed Colin as one of the most influential people in the wellness industry and as a 2020 Innovator. Complementing his work with QueerCosmos, Colin's the weekly horoscope writer for Cosmopolitan.com. His bestselling first book A Little Bit of Astrology from Sterling Publishers debuted November ‘18, his second book Queer Cosmos: The Astrology of Queer Identities & Relationships which launched last November was ranked the #1 Astrology book for be...2021-09-2700 minFinding Your Freedom68. Reflecting on 24In this episode, I talk about the past year of being 24 and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I talk about where I’m at now and what I’m excited about for 25. -My birthday last year -Fall in Boston -New York trips -Being fired -Lessons around career and money-Lessons around love -Coming home to the Outer Banks -Lessons around family, healing home and artistry -Finding love at home -Final career realizations -Celebrating 252021-09-2100 minFinding Your Freedom67. Destigmatizing Being FiredIn this episode, I talk about my recent experience of being fired and the stigma around being fired. I share some tools and mindset shifts that have helped me through it and insights that have come from this experience. I’ve been wanting to release this episode for A WHILE….so enjoy me speaking my truth!-My story with being fired recently -Toxic workplaces, dysfunction and gaslighting -Extreme rock bottom moments are divinely guided: breakups, being fired, etc. -Don’t try to make sense of extreme rock bottoms and endings: let them t...2021-08-2700 minFinding Your Freedom66. Ego DeathsIn this episode, I talk about ego deaths. I address what ego deaths are and the experiences I’ve had with them in the past and the present. I break down some misconceptions of ego deaths. -Update on my time on the Outer Banks-The ego death I’ve been experiencing the past year -Past ego deaths in 2018-Misconceptions around ego deaths-The death and rebirth process never ends -Letting yourself evolve -To evolve, the old you has to dieConnect with...2021-08-1900 minFinding Your Freedom65. The Process: Going Full Time Artistry with Cliff NotezCliff Notez is an award-winning multi-digital media artist, musician, organizer & filmmaker. Cliff Notez’ art is a continuous exploration of the black mind. Rooted in hip hop, Cliff’s art tackles the political and the personal, exploring the intimate consequences of a society where black bodies are easily ignored, forgotten, or disregarded. Cliff's second full-length album, Why The Wild Things Are, was released September 11th 2019. Their films have won over 5 and been official selections for 20 and counting film festivals globally. In 2017, they was the grand prize winner of the March on Washington Festival and honored alongside Ta-Nehisi Coates. In 2018, they took h...2021-08-1300 minFinding Your Freedom64. Why "Wherever You Go, There You Are" Is BSIn this episode, I talk about the common phrase “wherever you go, there you are” and why it is complete BS. I talk about what this statements does to your inner trust and how this statement can be used to gaslight and invalidate people. Stay tuned for this fiery episode!-Update on my life & what is going on in the collective -1. Yes, you are still the same body & if you are running from an internal problem, it’ll be there -2. BUT, we don’t talk about environmental psychology enough -You wil...2021-08-0600 minFinding Your Freedom63. Conscious Dating, Relationship Fears and Attachment StylesIn this episode, I talk about relationships and exploring your dating patterns. I talk about what could have started these patterns and how to start being more aware of them. Enjoy!-Life update on the liminal space I’m in -Censorships, and being silenced in my truth -Systems that are falling apart -Starting to look at your patterns in dating-How we try to keep ourselves safe from being vulnerable -Looking at attachment styles -Fears of abandonment-Fears of losing your freedom 2021-07-1900 minFinding Your Freedom62. Self Love & Self Worth: Making Decisions From a Place of WorthinessIn this episode, I talk about the relationship between self love and self worth. I talk about how the decisions we make either support or detract from our self worth, and how to make decisions based on your inherent worthiness. I share personal examples of this process. -Trauma responses, feeling out of alignment, and how this affects self worth-It takes work to really listen to our hearts and our truth-Feel worthy of living your life purpose and sharing your unique gifts -Reverting back to old behaviors, the neuroscience of...2021-07-0900 minFinding Your Freedom61. Deeper Self Love, Conscious Self Pleasure, and Healing Our Sexuality with Miranda AmoraMiranda Amora is a Mystic Feminine Embodiment Mentor and Creatrix of We The Goddess, an online women's holistic & spiritual sexuality boutique. She is a visionary, entrepreneur, & lover of romance. She is practically a mermaid who lives in the ocean, loves dogs, & jumps on airplanes to travel the world. Her mission & passion in the world is to help spiritual women embody pleasure, magnetism, power, & self-love!In this episode, we discuss: -Miranda’s story of awakening (the spiritual and sexual)-Body image and sexuality: how self worship and pleasure heals body image issues-H...2021-07-0600 min
Finding Your Freedom61. Deeper Self Love, Conscious Self Pleasure, and Healing Our Sexuality with Miranda AmoraMiranda Amora is a Mystic Feminine Embodiment Mentor and Creatrix of We The Goddess, an online women's holistic & spiritual sexuality boutique. She is a visionary, entrepreneur, & lover of romance. She is practically a mermaid who lives in the ocean, loves dogs, & jumps on airplanes to travel the world. Her mission & passion in the world is to help spiritual women embody pleasure, magnetism, power, & self-love!In this episode, we discuss: -Miranda’s story of awakening (the spiritual and sexual)-Body image and sexuality: how self worship and pleasure heals bo...2021-07-0600 minFinding Your Freedom61. Deeper Self Love, Conscious Self Pleasure, and Healing Our Sexuality with Miranda AmoraMiranda Amora is a Mystic Feminine Embodiment Mentor and Creatrix of We The Goddess, an online women's holistic & spiritual sexuality boutique. She is a visionary, entrepreneur, & lover of romance. She is practically a mermaid who lives in the ocean, loves dogs, & jumps on airplanes to travel the world. Her mission & passion in the world is to help spiritual women embody pleasure, magnetism, power, & self-love!In this episode, we discuss: -Miranda’s story of awakening (the spiritual and sexual)-Body image and sexuality: how self worship and pleasure heals bo...2021-07-0300 minFinding Your Freedom60. The Beauty of Falling ApartIn this episode, I talk about the third stage this year and the saga of falling apart that has been happening. I comment on where I am at now, the lessons I have learned, and the beauty of everything being taken from you. Get ready for some heat, some love, and some lessons 2021-06-2600 minFinding Your Freedom59. Inner Child Healing and Ancestral WoundingIn this episode, I talk about what inner child healing is and how different traumas and wounding are passed down through generations. I share examples of these things from my own life, and the narratives that have been passed down through my family. Enjoy 2021-06-1200 minFinding Your Freedom58. Closing the Door on Boston Pt. 2In this episode, I talk about my time in Boston January to leaving in May. Lots of twists and turns as always and many lessons along the way 2021-06-0300 minFinding Your Freedom57. Reflecting on My Time in Boston Pt. 1In this episode, I talk about my time in Boston from June to December, the feelings that came up with moving there and the journey that ensued once I arrived. Buckle up-Fears and doubts in going to Boston in the spring -How covid started to change my life and decision making -Summer in Boston: realizing this isn’t my city -Struggles, pain and losing family -The peak of it all: my breaking point -November in Boston -My trip to New York -Insights af...2021-05-2700 minFinding Your Freedom56. Manipulation, Gaslighting and Emotional UnavailabilityIn this episode, I talk about manipulation, gaslighting and emotional unavailability. I talk about my dating experiences with these behaviors and examples. -Defining manipulation and gaslighting -Narcissistic behavior -How this shows up in conflict and a lack of emotional intelligence -Experiences with these behaviors in the past and examples -Experiences more recently with these behaviors -How this behavior is their coping strategy -Do not blame yourself for falling for this -How this makes you feel shame, and struggle trusting your reality ...2021-05-0700 min
Al PodcinoSerpicoOn this episode, Maddy and Lara discuss the political and sartorial choices in Sidney Lumet's 1973 corrupt cop drama Serpico.
Digressions include Bradley Cooper's Maestro, the 1974 Oscars, the 2021 Oscars (this episode was recorded in December so there's a lot of conjecture happening here), TikTok recasting, ghosts, Robert De Niro, Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Jeremy Strong.
Francis Ford Coppola in conversation with Bilge Ebiri in Vulture
Get in touch via Twitter / Instagram / Email2021-05-011h 49Finding Your Freedom55. Letting Life and Love F*ck You OpenIn this episode, I talk about being fucked open by life and love. I talk about my experience with being fucked open by life and love. -The tender place in my heart -What it means to be fucked open by life and love-How I’ve been fucked open by life recently -How I’m being fucked open by love Check out episodes from the past couple months to know more about being fucked open by life 2021-04-2800 minFinding Your Freedom54. Following Your Unique Path, Overcoming Fear, and Somatic Healing Practices with Tatiana NicoleTatiana is an embodiment photographer, somatic healer, and multidimensional coach. Her mission is to support people as they Awaken + Align to their Divinity. She believe that we are all the Divine embodied in physical form and through her offerings, she hopes to guide people back to this state of being. Even though we have all experienced different road blocks on our journeys, Tatiana has seen the transformation we can create in our lives by going within. Her hope is to help people build Divine and extraordinary lives from the inside out!In this episode, we discuss: 2021-04-2200 minFinding Your Freedom53. Sitting in the DarknessIn this episode, I talk about my time the past couple months sitting in the darkness, in the depth of emotions, the unknown and feeling like everything is falling apart. I talk about the fears and emotions that come up, and the magic that follows on the other side of this. Listen if you’ve been in a magic dark, or are currently in one right now.-What is sitting in the darkness -My darkness I’ve been sitting through the past couple months -Surrendering and acceptance the darkness -When you loos...2021-04-1700 minFinding Your Freedom52. Neuro-Talks: Stress & EpigeneticsIn this episode, I share an instagram live I did on stress and epigenetics. I talk about how stress affects the brain and body. I discuss: -Basic unit of the nervous system, and how it communicates-Brain areas involved in stress-The hormonal and neural stress response -Short term and long term effects of stress -Ways to combat stress in real time -Defining epigenetics, and factors that affect gene expression-How epigenetics plays into the stress response systemConnect with me...2021-04-0800 minFinding Your Freedom51. Becoming the Creator of Your Life with Ana Paula MunozAna Paula Munoz is a Peak Performance Coach & Intuitive. She supports overachieving women create a life they love without giving up their freedom, success, and delight for life!In the last 3 years Ana Paula has led 1 on 1 and group retreats around the world in Bali, Mexico, and multiple cities around the U.S.A. Her expertise combines a beautiful meld between Architecture, Mind, Body, Spirit Connection, and Advanced Leadership Training.Ana Paula is an expert in unraveling the root causes of human patterns and supporting clients to redesign their internal and external realities and ways...2021-04-0300 minFinding Your Freedom50. Life Update: 2021 Started with a BangIn this episode, I talk about my experience in the beginning of 2021. I talk about what I’ve been going through and what I’ve learned through this process. -2021 started with a bang -Reflections in January-Trip in NYC in February -Trip to Nola in February -Stress, breakdown, rashes, and triggers -Pisces season tears -The moment of surrender-The energy shift in March since then Connect with me on Instagram: madds_baileeyy Visit my website: http://www...2021-03-2600 minFinding Your Freedom49. Trusting in Times of UncertaintyIn this episode, I talk about experience now in a time of uncertainty, and how I’m still about to trust in this time, trust in myself, the divine, and the plan for my life. Enjoy this episode and sending you love in your times of uncertainty. -The uncertainty I’m experiencing right now -Finding trust in yourself and the universe/source/god-Being able to empathize with all humans during challenging times -Past times of uncertainty, and how I’ve grown since then -Allowing yourself to go to the wo...2021-03-0400 minFinding Your Freedom48. Sexual Empowerment vs. Sexual ExploitationIn this episode, I talk about my experience with my sexuality and being sexualized at a young age. I talk about my journey of being sexually exploited to healing and becoming sexually empowered. I discuss the fine line between sexual empowerment, and those who try to degrade you. Enjoy this juicy and vulnerable episode 2021-02-2600 minFinding Your Freedom47. Connecting to Your Intuition with Natalie MilesNatalie Miles is an international Psychic Medium, Speaker, Author of You Are Intuitive: Trust Your Truth. Take Back Your Power. and host of top spiritual podcast “So You Think You’re Intuitive?” Known for her down-to-earth approach, it is her mission to make intuition accessible to everyone. In her work with individuals and groups, she guides clients to use their intuition to look at what’s holding them back in the here and now, empowering them to take action on their inner truths. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.In this episode, we discuss: -How Natalie is findi...2021-02-2000 minFinding Your Freedom46. Unsolicited AdviceIn this episode, I talk about my experience with receiving unsolicited advice and how this feels to our nervous system. I also talk about why it is so important to listen to our own inner guidance and learn our own lessons from life. Enjoy this insightful episode -What is unsolicited advice-How this feels to our nervous system -Overlays of other people’s fear and opinions-The importance of listening to our own intuition -Ways to set boundaries to avoid receiving this -”Let people learn their own...2021-02-1100 minFinding Your Freedom45. Letting Go of a Dream Not Meant for YouIn this episode, I talk about two experiences I’ve had with what I thought was my dream turning out not to be right for me. I take you through both of those experiences and how we can all grow through them.-My experience with driving to San Diego and letting go of that dream -The issues I had with trusting my intuition after that -The learning from that trip and experience -The dream I had in Boston -Slowly realizing the dream wasn’t what I thought it was 2021-02-0400 minFinding Your Freedom44. Exploring Your Past Lives with Daniel G. "The Past Life Regressionist"Daniel G. - “The Past Life Regressionist,” is a Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique practitioner, who wants to help you discover Who, When, and Where you've been across time. He also feels the way he can do his part to make the world a better place, is to help free individuals from the karmic baggage they've been carrying around for multiple lives. He believes that, "Once you’re free, you approach every decision from a different vantage point, which creates a butterfly effect that ripples around the world, and beyond space and time as we know it."In this e...2021-01-2800 minFinding Your Freedom43. When Life Brings You to Your KneesIn this episode, I talk about when life breaks you open and brings you to your knees. I share my experiences with this and my experience now with this. I created this episode because when I was at my lowest, brought to my knees my life, I was looking for guidance and someone to know how I felt. Enjoy and sending you love always 2021-01-2000 minFinding Your Freedom42. Rituals for the New YearIn this episode, I talk about rituals for letting go of 2020 and calling in your goals, manifestations and intentions for 2021. Enjoy!-Why I’m waiting to reflect and taking January slooow-Rituals for letting go of 2020-Setting up your altar for the new year-Rituals for setting intentions for 2021-Manifestations and goals for the new yearRoad Opener Candles: https://hausofhoodoo.com/ Connect with me on Instagram: madds_baileeyy Visit my website: http://www.madelinebbailey.com Send me...2021-01-1300 minFinding Your Freedom41. Reflecting on 23, 2020 and the Energy of 2021In this episode, I talk about reflection of the year of 23 and 2020. At the end, I share a special surprise, a clip of my reading with Tru of Tea Witch for 2021. Check out the last episode of 2020 2020-12-3100 minFinding Your Freedom40. Family, Boundaries and the HolidaysIn this episode, I talk about setting boundaries with your family this holiday season. It’s a great one and oh so very timely. Stay tuned for practical tips on boundaries this holiday season. -What are boundaries -Examples of types of boundaries -Setting boundaries with family -Setting boundaries around the holidays -Examples from my own life of setting boundaries with family around the holidays -Happy holidays and all the loves to my lovely free finders 2020-12-2300 minFinding Your Freedom38. Reflecting on the Year So FarIn this episode, I reflect on the year so far and give you an outline to reflect too. I break up the year into 4 phases based on the craziness of 2020. -Ways reflecting on the year is different in 2020-Focusing on your internal growth this year -4 phases of 2020-Pre-covid 2020-Stage one of covid -Stage two of covid: summer-Stage three of covid: fall/winter -Importance of waiting to reflect until later in December Connect with me on Instagram: madds...2020-12-0900 minFinding Your Freedom37. Everything You Desire is PossibleIn this episode, I talk about my experience in New York last week. I talk about why I think everything you desire IS possible, and the limiting beliefs that come up around this. -The limiting beliefs around stepping into what you truly desire -Allowing life to lead you-What I’ve been working through the past 6 months in Boston-Fear is often there when you are meant to leap-Free, magical and expansive living -When you think you have it all figured out, life reminds you, you do...2020-12-0200 minFinding Your Freedom36. Dressing for Your Most Authentic Self with Nicole RussoNicole Russo founded Let's Get You in 2017, and has since styled hundreds of people, sat at NYFW, and contributed to, or has been featured in Fast Company, Bustle, TodayxTmrw, and Martha Stewart Weddings. She has been a private stylist and personal shopper for nearly a decade, with fashion industry detours at J.Crew, Theory, and senior client relations and sales role at NET-A-PORTERLGY is on a mission to give people the style skills and fashion resources to see themselves and their lives, differently. We help high achievers create personalized, stylish wardrobes quickly, so they can dress...2020-11-2500 minFinding Your Freedom35. Seasons of Life: Death and RebirthIn this episode, I talk about the seasons of life I was experiencing of the past couple of months and where I am. I talk about the purpose of cycles of light and dark, death and rebirth in our lives, and why we shouldn’t rush through them. Hope you enjoy this episode and all the vulnerabilities, and experiences on my heart 2020-11-2000 minFinding Your Freedom34. Living Your Own Path, Finding Presence, and Diving Deeper into Mental Health with Georgie MorleyGeorgie Morley is a photographer, podcaster and blogger based on Nantucket Island. After her struggle with depression and an eating disorder, she realized that joy is an inside job. Now Georgie uses her platforms to provide tools, stories and conversations that inspire joy, intuitive wellness & personal growth. Georgie believes that at the end of the day, we’re own our best teachers and gurus. She hopes to empower people to truly trust themselves so that they can create a life well lived.-The ways we hold ourselves back and downplay our greatness -Georgie’s story ...2020-11-1200 minFinding Your Freedom33. Life Updates, Transitions, and Choosing YourselfIn this episode, I talk about what I’ve been going through the past couple of months. I discuss what I’ve been learning in the transition in Boston, and how I’ve been learning to choose myself again. I love this episode so much and I’m sure you will too 2020-11-0400 minFinding Your Freedom32. On Being Sober Curious with Alexandra NolteAlexandra has gone by many titles in her life. At the birth of her spiritual journey she became a yoga teacher and began to build a brand specific to yoga. Then as her spirituality flourished, she began to realize that yoga was just a magnificent gateway to the soul. This is how she poetry, Yogini Poetry, was born. To this day, sharing her poetry is important and central to her divine purpose. Currently, Alexandra serves as a women’s coach and yoga teacher, and co-owner at the Kind Yoga Collective on then Outer Banks. Alexandra attended college at...2020-10-2200 minFinding Your Freedom31. A Channeled Message on LoveIn this episode, I talk about how far we have gotten from love, the earth and what really matters in this life. I also share a little how this has been showing up for me lately. -Connecting and living with love-Money as an energy exchange for our gifts-The enemy is whatever is controlling us -Our right to be free in this life and what it feels like to be living a lie -Telling yourself the truth is the first step-The fear that comes up...2020-10-1400 minFinding Your Freedom30. Getting Through The Rest of 2020In this episode, I talk about how to get through the rest of “the joy that is” 2020. I talk about my experience, what the pandemic felt like in the beginning compared to now, and tools I’m using to stay grounded during this time. -Reflecting on the beginning of the pandemic, the summer and now at month 6 -The anxiety of when will this actually end -All the questioning of our plans, beliefs, and structures happening during this time -The little heartbreaks we are experiencing each day during this time -The e...2020-09-2300 minFinding Your Freedom29. Hormones and Behavior: Sex, Stress and Bonding with Dr. Gary DohanichDr. Gary Dohanich is a professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dohanich received his B.S. in Psychology from Lehigh University, his M.S. in Physiological Psychology from Villanova University, and his Ph.D. in Integrative Biology from Michigan State University. Following an NRSA postdoctoral fellowship in the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology at Rockefeller University, he joined the Tulane faculty in 1985. His research has focused on the roles of gonadal and adrenal hormones as moderators of cognitive, affective, and reproductive behaviors. Complementary interests included the impact of biological sex on the development and expression o...2020-09-1600 minFinding Your Freedom28. Breaking Freeing of Old CyclesIn this episode, I talk about what I’m working through right now. I talk about breaking out of cycles, not letting perfectionism hold you back, and being in states of transition. -What I’m currently working through-When it’s end for cycles to end -Allowing grace with yourself as you change-Letting go of the time limit on your growth-Support for shifting times Connect with me on Instagram: madds_baileeyy Visit my website: madelinebbailey.com Intro Music...2020-09-1000 minFinding Your Freedom27. Self Love, Sexual Freedom, and Abundance with Michaela CowdenMichaela Cowden is a modern day Priestess, helping heal the collective by guiding the everyday human back to their own divinity. She specializes in teaching women how to anchor into their sacred feminine energy by way of Pleasure, currently leading two online courses: Soaking Wet, an intro to Pleasure, and a 3 month Pleasure Intensive, designed to bring about deep healing and awakening through Pleasure.Michaela is the living example of the work she teaches, having gone first and done “the work” through her own exploration, and ultimate expansion, with Pleasure. But if there’s one thing she wants...2020-09-0400 minFinding Your Freedom26. Why Women's Bodies Are Owed To No OneIn this episode, I talk about why women’s bodies are owed to no one. I talk about women being viewed as more than bodies and what consent actually looks like. I discuss:-Madeline’s life update -The pain body for women in our bodies and our sexuality for thousands of years -Viewing women’s worth in their bodies -Emotional safety in sex -Consent is NOT convincing someone into sex -A example situation in my life that is a common story for women-Why women owning...2020-08-1900 minFinding Your Freedom25. Maintaining Your Mental Health When It Feels Like the World is Falling ApartIn this episode, I talk about maintaining your own mental health in the chaos of the world we live in now: corona virus and the shadows of our society being exposed. I discuss: -Celebrating the 25th episode!!!!-Everything happening in the world: corona virus, BLM, capitalism, sex trafficking, the election-Dealing with everything in your personal life as well-Staying in alignment with ourselves in the chaos of it all (there is a lot going on!)-Can we feel joy and hope while the world feels like it’s fa...2020-08-0500 minFinding Your Freedom24. Small Town Woes, Exploring Relationship Patterns and Psychedelics with Conner MooreConner Moore is the host of The Realness and Conner Wanders where he takes a straightforward approach to the conversations and issues that are most pressing within our cultural landscape. Conner also co-hosts the Ok, Babe Podcast, and is a Co-Founder of Soulfire Productions, a media company rooted in community, that provides production and consulting for top podcasts in wellness and personal development. In this episode, we dive into: -Conner’s new project talking about politics -How Conner started in the personal development space-Getting everything you wanted and it not bei...2020-07-2900 minFinding Your Freedom23. Falling Out of Alignment and Coming Home to YourselfIn this episode, I talk about realizing you are out of alignment and what that feels like. I give tips to come back into alignment and come home to yourself and your truth. Enjoy this episode as a teach from the space of being out of alignment myself right now. -My experience with being out alignment in the past -My current experience of being out of alignment -What causes us to fall out of alignment?-How it feels to be out of alignment -Steps to come back to come...2020-07-2200 minFinding Your Freedom22. Tantra: The Science of Self Awareness with Chandresh BhardwajChandresh Bhardwaj is an author, spiritual advisor, and speaker. His bestseller book and podcast, Break the Norms: Questioning Everything You Think You Know About God and Truth, Life and Death, Love and Sex, presents thought-provoking ideas on how we perceive relationships, sex, spirituality, and other essential aspects of life. With nods from both The Dalai Lama and Dr. Deepak Chopra, Chandresh Bhardwaj offers a fresh, trailblazing voice in contemporary spiritual teaching. Currently based in Los Angeles, Chandresh has long been fascinated by the incredible power of the human consciousness and shares that the truth must be realized from...2020-07-1600 minFinding Your Freedom21. Emotions as Your Greatest TeachersIn this episode, I talk about emotions. I talk about my experience with emotions in past, and how that has changed. I also talk about learning emotional intelligence and using your emotions as your greatest teachers. -My experience with emotions growing up -The ways I shut myself off from my emotions -When and why that changed -Learning emotional intelligence-Using your emotions as your greatest teachers Enjoy! Don’t worry there will be many more episodes on emotions to come. :) Connect wi...2020-07-0800 min