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The Dancing WillowBecoming Dancing Willow: Deb Swanson on Herbalism, Womanhood, and ChangeEver wondered how a single vision can spark decades of community healing? Step into the story of our apothecary rooted in wild plants, womanhood, and the quiet magic that grows when we trust the seasons of our lives.In this heartfelt episode, Elliott Brinkley, current owner of Dancing Willow Herbs, sits down with Deb Swanson, founder of Dancing Willow Herbs, to explore the apothecary’s origins, the wisdom of plant medicine, and the unseen threads connecting womanhood, astrology, and healing.They share stories of Deb’s childhood love of wild plants, her studies with Michael Moor...2025-07-081h 02
The Sex Reimagined PodcastMax Carey: Filmmaker Confession - I Thought I Knew Sex Until I Made This Documentary | #146Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!In a world where 85% of BDSM practitioners state that consent and boundaries are critical factors in their activities, there's a revolutionary approach to intimacy that mainstream relationships desperately need to learn. What if the secret to deeper sexual satisfaction isn't found in vanilla dating trends, but in the structured communication practices of the kink community? Join hosts Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown as they dive deep with filmmaker Max Carey, creator of the provocative documentary "Touch Kink." This isn't just another sex documentary—it...2025-07-011h 05
Life Under The Willow TreeE169: Staff to Resident: Carolyn Mellinger’s Enduring Impact on Willow ValleyHost: Carol MacAllister
Guest: Carolyn Mellinger, former WV staff, now Resident
Description: Carolyn Mellinger was a former staff member and is now a current resident of Willow Valley. The conversation centers on Mellinger's foundational role in establishing numerous programs and services at Willow Valley from its inception. She recounts her journey from a waitress to the first activities director, detailing how she initiated key offerings, such as mail delivery, resident handbooks, and activity programs, by actively listening to and collaborating with residents, thereby fostering a strong volunteer culture. The discussion also explores the evolution of the community's organizational structure and...2025-06-2627 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: Are You Having Enough Sex? Why the Comparison Trap Kills Intimacy | #145Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Let's get real for a second. Do you ever scroll through Social Media and wonder if everyone else is having better sex than you? Or catch yourself comparing your relationship to that "perfect" couple who seems to have it all figured out? Friend, we've ALL been there. And it's time to stop the madness. In this episode, Leah and Dr. Willow are serving up some serious truth about how relationship comparison is quietly destroying your sexual confidence—and what to do about it and ke...2025-06-2443 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: Why Your Trust Issues Are Actually Self-Trust Issues (The Inside Game) | #141Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!The Self-Trust Revolution: Why It's an Inside Game ... Ever wonder why you keep attracting the same type of partner who lets you down? Or why your body feels anxious even when everything seems "fine"? Here's the truth bomb: your trust issues aren't about other people—they're about not trusting yourself. Leah and Willow get vulnerable about their own trust journeys and share the game-changing insight that's helped thousands of their clients: trust is an inside game.KEY TAKEAWAYS TO RE...2025-05-271h 02
Willow Park ChurchWe Must Keep On | Willow Park CreeksideWelcome to our Sunday morning service from Willow Park Church Creekside in Lake Country!Like, comment and subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from Willow Park Church Creekside.CONNECT WITH WILLOW PARK CHURCH CREEKSIDE HERE AT:• Instagram: https://instagram.com/willowparkcreekside• Facebook: https://facebook.com/wpcreekside• Website: https://willowparkchurch.com/creekside#willowparkchurchcreekside2025-05-2637 min
The Collide PodcastGo Ahead: A Woman of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this powerful episode, Willow Weston, the Founder and Director of Collide, delivers an inspiring message straight from our Women of Impact online course. If you’ve ever longed to experience the extraordinary, to step into something bold and brave but feel stuck in the ordinary—this message is for you. So often, we sit in the safety of the boat, waiting for God to show up in big ways, hoping for miracles, breakthroughs, and wonder. But what if Jesus is already calling you to take the first step?Rooted in Matthew 14:22-36, Willow reflects on Peter’s bold...2025-05-2148 minThe Collide PodcastGo Ahead: A Woman of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this powerful episode, Willow Weston, the Founder and Director of Collide, delivers an inspiring message straight from our Women of Impact online course. If you’ve ever longed to experience the extraordinary, to step into something bold and brave but feel stuck in the ordinary—this message is for you. So often, we sit in the safety of the boat, waiting for God to show up in big ways, hoping for miracles, breakthroughs, and wonder. But what if Jesus is already calling you to take the first step?Rooted in Matthew 14:22-36, Willow reflects on Peter’s bold...2025-05-2148 min
The Collide PodcastYes, You: A Woman of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this powerful episode, Willow Weston, the Founder and Director of Collide, delivers an inspiring message straight from our Women of Impact online course. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have what it takes to make an impact—this message is for you.So many of us carry around an invisible list of what we lack: confidence, qualifications, resources, time. But what if God isn’t asking for perfection—just what you do have? Sit with Willow in John 6 as she unpacks the story of the loaves and fish, and be invited into your own story...2025-05-0745 minThe Collide PodcastYes, You: A Woman of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this powerful episode, Willow Weston, the Founder and Director of Collide, delivers an inspiring message straight from our Women of Impact online course. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have what it takes to make an impact—this message is for you.So many of us carry around an invisible list of what we lack: confidence, qualifications, resources, time. But what if God isn’t asking for perfection—just what you do have? Sit with Willow in John 6 as she unpacks the story of the loaves and fish, and be invited into your own story...2025-05-0745 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: 5 Secrets - What Really Happens When Women Gather For Tantric Healing | #137Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Let's get real—many of us are walking around with invisible wounds that keep us disconnected from our bodies & each other. What if your healing journey wasn't about fixing yourself, but returning to wholeness through ritual, sisterhood, & reconnecting with your divine feminine energy? In this LxW episode of the Sex Reimagined Podcast, hosts Dr. Willow Brown & Leah Piper explore the transformative potential of women's healing circles & ancient tantric & Taoist practices. They share insights from their years of experience facilitating women's groups & how these sacred sp...2025-04-2954 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastAmy Taylor: "My Life Was Destroyed When I Said NO" - Surviving an Online Pimp Who Tried to Ruin Everything | #135 "Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Amy Taylor was living her life as a promising Berkeley molecular biology student when financial struggles led her down an unexpected path. In this raw and powerful episode, hosts Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown sit down with Amy as she reveals how saying "NO" to an online pimp nearly cost her everything. "I don't think the state should own our bodies," Amy shares, recounting her journey from "fancy poverty" to high-end escort, commercial pilot, and eventually becoming an advocate for sex worker rights...2025-04-151h 13
The Collide PodcastOut of Hiding: A Women of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this special message from our Women of Impact online course, Willow Weston brings a powerful message called "Out of Hiding." Diving deep into the parable of the talents, Willow unpacks the story Jesus told to challenge us to stop burying the gifts, passions, and callings God has placed within us. This episode is an invitation to come out of hiding and live a life of bold generosity, vulnerability, and purpose.Whether fear, shame, or insecurity has kept you from fully showing up in the world, this message will stir your heart and help you identify what's...2025-04-1034 minThe Collide PodcastOut of Hiding: A Women of Impact Message with Willow WestonIn this special message from our Women of Impact online course, Willow Weston brings a powerful message called "Out of Hiding." Diving deep into the parable of the talents, Willow unpacks the story Jesus told to challenge us to stop burying the gifts, passions, and callings God has placed within us. This episode is an invitation to come out of hiding and live a life of bold generosity, vulnerability, and purpose.Whether fear, shame, or insecurity has kept you from fully showing up in the world, this message will stir your heart and help you identify what's...2025-04-1034 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastAriel Szabo & Rahi Chun Explain How Somatic Practices Can Get You Unstuck And End The Chase For Orgasms | #134Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Ever wondered what happens when you stop rushing toward orgasm and explore the landscape of pleasure instead? This week on Sex Reimagined, Leah and Dr. Willow chat with divine union couple Ariel Szabo and Rahi Chun – certified somatic sex educators who are revolutionizing how couples connect. Ariel (the "cosmic midwife of the soul") and Rahi (a genital dearmoring specialist) share their journey as partners and practitioners who blend sacred sexuality with plant medicine wisdom.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS✨ How...2025-04-081h 06The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: The Words That Make Her Wet - Why Your Sexual Language Matters More Than You Think | #132Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Ever wondered what words light up your partner's desire? In this episode, Leah & Dr. Willow get real about verbal turn-ons that transform intimate moments. They are diving into what women want to hear both inside & outside the bedroom. They're sharing personal preferences while acknowledging everyone's different. Dr Willow says, "What opens you versus what closes you—that's the most important thing", because what turns on one woman might completely shut down another. They emphasize the importance of curiosity, experimentation, and open communication in discovering wh...2025-03-2556 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastMel Krangle & Suzi Sheckter: Is Your Generation BAD at Sex? The Surprising Truth About Who's Really Better at Sex & Why | #130Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Are younger generations really more sexually liberated than their parents? In this eye-opening episode of Sex Reimagined, hosts Leah and Willow sit down with Mel and Suzi from the "Sharing My Truth" podcast to explore the surprising sexual hang-ups that persist across generations. From millennials who've never owned vibrators to the unexpected benefits of kink in healing trauma, this episode breaks down the myths about generational sexual freedom and offers practical insights for better intimacy at any age.WHAT YOU’LL DI...2025-03-111h 10The Sex Reimagined PodcastElizabeth Hendrick: How a Japanese Dominatrix Freed Me from Internalized Homophobia | #129Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Could the path to true self-love sometimes lead through unexpected darkness? In this riveting episode of Sex Reimagined Podcast, hosts Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown interview Elizabeth Hendrick, author of the memoir "Exodai," who shares her extraordinary journey from internalized homophobia to profound self-love through an intense two-year master-slave relationship with a Japanese dominatrix. This episode delves deep into BDSM dynamics, sexual identity, and the human capacity for transformation through unconventional means. Content note: This episode contains mature discussions about BDSM, dominatrix relationships...2025-03-041h 14
Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan WillowBack Door Sex Taken at the Beach, A MFMMM Why Choose Erotica Excerpt by Darcy Winters, narrated by podcast host and audiobook narrator Ruan WillowEp 574: Back Door, Taken at the Beach, A MFMMM Why Choose Erotica Excerpt by Darcy Winters, narrated by podcast host and audiobook narrator Ruan Willow. Triggers: this excerpt contains an anal sex scene, explicit sex and language. About the Author Darcy Winters: Darcy Winters writes dark, reverse harem romance. She also writes small town romance as Eliza Black.https://books.darcywinters.com/Get the spicy book! Erotica excerpt from: the charity anthology fiction book Not So Guilty Pleasures: 45+ Filthy Stories for a Cause, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN FOR HELP WITH HUR...2025-02-2825 min
Life Under The Willow TreeE151: Glennda Hart, Willow Valley's VP of Resident ServicesHost: Carol MacAllister, Lakes Resident
Guest: Glennda Hart, Willow Valley’s VP of Resident Services
Description: Today, Glennda Hart tells host Carol MacAllister of her long career at Willow Valley, beginning at the Willow Street Restaurant and Smorgasbord owned by our WV founders, John and Florence Thomas, who also had an adjoining motel. Folks came from all around to enjoy the delicious food and stay to explore the Lancaster County attractions. It was hospitality where you were "treated like family, " which has been WV's ethic ever since. Glennda started in 1978 and was witness to the building of both campuses, taking po...2025-02-2722 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow - Your Sexual Journey: From Rest to Transcendence (And Everything In Between) | #128Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Hey there, sex-positive explorer! Ever notice how your relationship with sexuality feels different at different times? Sometimes you're taking a break and that's totally okay, other times you're healing and sex is cathartic. Perhaps you're diving deep into learning about your sexuality, or maybe you're exploring new territory and having a new sexual adventure. And let’s not leave out those mind-blowing transcendent moments that remind you just how magical and spiritual sexuality can be. In this episode, Leah and Dr. Willow break down the...2025-02-2551 minThe Dancing WillowRooted in Herbal Wisdom: The Journey to Dancing WillowIn this first episode of The Dancing Willow Podcast, host Elliott Brinkley shares her journey into herbalism, holistic healing, and the path that led her to own the beloved Dancing Willow Herbs apothecary. From a childhood immersed in alternative healing to her deep connection with nature and clinical herbalism, Elliott weaves a heartfelt and inspiring story of trust, alignment, and transformation.She also reflects on the challenges and joys of launching this podcast, the importance of slowing down, and the collective energy of 2024. Get to know Elliott on a deeper level and learn what’s in store fo...2025-02-241h 00The Sex Reimagined PodcastDr. Anne Troung: How Stem Cell Therapy is Revolutionizing Erectile Dysfunction Treatment - 90% Success Rate | #125Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Want to know what really works for ED without relying on the little blue pill? Dr. Anne Truong breaks down cutting-edge natural treatments that are transforming men's sexual health. From stem cell therapy to lifestyle tweaks that actually work, this episode is packed with solutions you won't hear about at your regular doctor's office.💡 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:The breakthrough stem cell treatment that's showing a 90% success rateWhy your diet and sleep matter more than you think for erectile functionReal tal...2025-02-041h 05The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: The Hidden Truth About Male Intimacy That Nobody Talks About | #124Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Ever wonder why most intimacy advice focuses on women's needs? This episode flips the script. Join Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown as they share powerful insights from their recent Tantra teacher training about what men truly need for deep connection.🎯 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSWhy men's hearts need the same care women want for their bodiesThe surprising truth about male vulnerability in relationshipsHow aging changes what men need for fulfilling intimacyCreating safe spaces for authentic male desireThe three essentials for dee...2025-01-2851 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLarissa Soehn: Cannabis Changed My Marriage and Led to My Sexual Awakening | #123Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Meet Larissa Soehn, CEO of NextPage Publishing, who discovered an unexpected path to sexual awakening through cannabis after its legalization in Canada. Larissa learned early that sex wasn't something to talk about. Like many women, she approached intimacy focused on her partner's pleasure, making the right sounds, and looking good - never truly connecting with her own body's desires. Despite a loving marriage, she often looked forward to her period as a break from sexual obligations. Everything changed when she discovered how cannabis could...2025-01-211h 03The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: Kicked Out of a Wedding in Italy When Sexual Energy Goes Wrong… | #120Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Have you ever felt judged for embracing your sexuality? In this vulnerable New Year's episode of Sex Reimagined, hosts Leah Piper and Dr. Willow Brown share their personal journeys of sexual awakening and the unexpected price they paid in close friendships.💎 KEY TAKEAWAYS:Sexual awakening can trigger unexpected reactions in friendshipsThe importance of attuning to others' comfort levelsFinding balance between authenticity and sensitivityHealing through forgiveness and understandingEPISODE LINKS Free...2024-12-3158 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLayla London: Documents Her Sexual Bucket List Journey & This is What Happened | #118Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Ever wondered what happens when you completely revolutionize your sex life? Meet Layla London, who woke up one day and declared "enough!" after 3.5 years of celibacy. As the anonymous creator of Curious Girl Diaries podcast, she transformed from corporate warrior to sexual explorer by creating an audacious bucket list - and decided to document every step of the journey. What started as a one-year project of sexual discovery evolved into an eight-year adventure that's still unfolding, inspiring countless others to explore their own path...2024-12-171h 02The Sex Reimagined PodcastAmy Reiley: Eat This, Get Horny? Discover the Science behind Aphrodisiacs | #114Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Can certain foods really enhance your sex drive? While chocolate and oysters might be the first aphrodisiacs that come to mind, there's much more to the science of sexual nutrition. Meet Amy Riley, our guest on this episode of the Sex Reimagined Podcast. Amy is a renowned authority on aphrodisiac foods, a speaker, cookbook author, and wine expert. With five cookbooks under her belt, including tantalizing titles like "Romancing the Stove," "Fork Me, Spoon Me," and "Eat Cake Naked," Amy brings a...2024-11-1958 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Willow: SEX vs DRUGS? | The Brain Chemistry Battle - Which Creates More Natural Euphoria? | #111Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Ever wondered how sex and drugs affect your brain chemistry? Join Dr. Willow and Leah Piper as they dive into an honest, shame-free exploration of natural highs and chemical enhancers. From the science of orgasms to conscious sexuality, discover how different substances interact with your body's natural pleasure systems.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSNatural vs. Chemical Highs: Understanding how your body creates its own pleasure chemicals through sex and how different substances can enhance or interfereConscious Sex Practices...2024-10-291h 03The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: Pain or Pleasure? (Part 2) Fill Out This BDSM Form to Find Out | #103Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!In part 2 of our deep dive into BDSM consent & preference forms Leah & Willow dive deep into their personal experiences with BDSM. Willow shares her initial trepidation about psychological kink play, admitting, "I was so afraid to play with the psychological kink for the very first time." But she goes on to describe her first experience as "so fucking profound," revealing the unexpected healing she discovered. Leah, in turn, opens up about her own journey, discussing her surprising fantasies & the paradoxes she's uncovered in her...2024-09-031h 00The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: Ready for Kink? (Part 1) - Fill Out This Form to Find Out | #102Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Curious about BDSM but don't know where to start? In this first installment of a 2-part series, Sex Reimagined hosts Leah Piper & Dr. Willow Brown pull back the curtain on the kinky world of BDSM. Listen as Dr. Willow bravely fills out a real BDSM consent form, revealing her personal preferences, hard limits, & soft limits for a potential scene. Learn crucial safety tips for newcomers, & find out how these detailed consent forms can revolutionize your communication & deepen trust with partners. Whether you're a BDSM...2024-08-2742 minThe Sex Reimagined PodcastAmy & April 4.0: Shameless Sex Secrets - How to Choose Your Own Pleasure Path | #101Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Dive into our latest episode featuring the return of the dynamic duo behind the Shameless Sex podcast, Amy and April, as they unveil their groundbreaking book on sexual wellness. Discover the innovative "choose your own pleasure path" approach to sex education that's taking the world by storm. Learn how this unique guide addresses everything from communication struggles to exploring new desires, making it a must-have resource for anyone looking to enhance their intimate experiences. Plus, Amy and April share some hilarious behind-the-scenes moments from...2024-08-201h 03The Sex Reimagined PodcastLeah & Dr. Willow: 100 Episodes Deep | Are You Missing Out On Sexual Wisdom that Will Rock Your World | #100Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!Celebrate with us as we hit our 100th episode milestone! Join Tantra expert Leah Piper and Taoist sexologist Dr. Willow Brown as we reflect on our journey of reimagining sexuality. From heart-opening experiences to mind-blowing orgasms, we've explored it all - Tantric techniques, Taoist sexual energy practices, kinky discoveries, and relationship breakthroughs. In this special episode, we reflect on the sexy delights and personal growth we've encountered along the way, sharing insights that have transformed our understanding of intimacy and pleasure. Whether you're a...2024-08-0123 min