Podcast appearances and mentions of barbara alexander

How would astrology fit into the modern professional's toolkit? In this episode, I'm going woo and exploring the intersection between the cosmos and your career with Barbara Alexander. We're talking about astrology and how to validate your intuitive decisions. Connect with Barbara Here:www.barbaracalexander.comwww.linkedin.com/in/barbaracalexanderhttps://www.instagram.com/aligningwithastrology/Download her chapter from the Amazon best-selling anthology, “How to Break the Glass Ceiling - and Still Keep It Nice”: https://go.barbaracalexander.com/glassceiling********************************************Get promoted in less time, with more integrity, and without joining the Old Boys Club. Join my email list to get tips, inspiration & offers about building leadership skills and advancing your career --> https://themintambition.com/Want to go deeper and work together?If you're wanting to figure out your next career step, book a Clarity Call to get a clear roadmap to taking your next step into leadership. --> https://themintambition.com/clarityWant to get promoted and step into the next leadership level, in a way that actually feels good? My flagship group coaching program can help you confidently advance your career without being braggy, feeling like a fraud or stepping on others to get there. -> https://themintambition.com/promotedConnect with me on LinkedIn -> www.linkedin.com/in/lizstjeanContact me > hello@themintambition.com

Gikk du glipp av dokumentarserien vår om Bill Shankly? Her kan du høre alle episodene i én fil. I «Hele historien om Bill Shankly» reiser vi til Glenbuck og det som er igjen av Shanklys hjembygd. Der møter vi Barbara Alexander, Shanklys niese, som forteller om livet i den fattige men vidunderlige landsbyen.Vi snakker også med Jon Colman om Shanklys tid som spiller i Carlisle United, og Ian Rigby om Preston North End – klubben hvor Shankly avsluttet sin karriere som spiller, på ganske bittert vis.Skottens første møte med manageryrket ble krevende. Han opererte med syltynne budsjetter, men det hindret ikke ham eller Carlisle, Workington og Grimsby med å la seg engasjere. Han fikk oppmerksomheten til styreformann i Liverpool som ønsket han til LFC. Der vekket han den sovende kjempen. Jobben ble altoppslukende, og det gikk ut over familien.Sommeren 1974 sa Shankly opp. Barnebarn Karen Gill forteller om Shanklys tid etter fotballen, om skuffelsen, om sorgen etter hans brå bortgang og hvor rørende det var å se både røde og blå i begravelsen.Musikk:Intro og avslutningsmusikk: The Epic 2 by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5384-the-epic-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Lark in the Morning. The Atholl Highlanders - SláinteLark in the Morning. The Atholl Highlanders by Sláinte | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/SlinteMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Olexy - Morning in the ForestMorning in the forest by Olexy | https://lesfm.net/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Kevin MacLeod - Sneaky AdventureSneaky Adventure by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Scott Buckley - FilamentsFilaments by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.auMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Kevin MacLeod - LightlessLightless Dawn by Kevin MacLeod | https://incompetech.com/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Scott Buckley - InterventionIntervention by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.auMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Scott Buckley - Undertow Undertow by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.auMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

«Pausepraten Dokumentar»: I den første delen av «Historien om Bill Shankly» reiser vi til Ayrshire i Skottland, nærmere bestemt Glenbuck og det som er igjen av Shanklys hjembygd. Der møter vi Barbara Alexander, Shanklys niese, som forteller om livet i den fattige men vidunderlige landsbyen rundt gruvene.I Glenbuck vokste fotballfabrikken Glenbuck Cherrypickers frem, som produserte fenomenalt mange profesjonelle spillere. Men Shankly selv spilte aldri en offisiell kamp for dem. Eller gjorde han? Vi snakker også med Jon Colman om Shanklys tid som spiller i Carlisle United, og Ian Rigby om Preston North End – klubben hvor Shankly avsluttet sin karriere som spiller, på ganske bittert vis.Musikk:Intro og avslutningsmusikk: The Epic 2 by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5384-the-epic-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music promoted on https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Lark in the Morning. The Atholl Highlanders - SláinteLark in the Morning. The Atholl Highlanders by Sláinte | https://freemusicarchive.org/music/SlinteMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Olexy - Morning in the ForestMorning in the forest by Olexy | https://lesfm.net/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are deep diving into astrology! Astrology is getting quite the reinvention these days, people are using it as a blueprint and guiding force in their lives, and business. You natal chart and where the planets are now gives you a fascinating view into what could be considered a mid life crisis. Barbara Alexander, astrologer and intuitive coach, will tell you it's NOT a mid life crisis… it's a spiritual awakening! Do you want to illuminate your blindspots? Become more self aware? Learning how the cosmos is activating certain areas of your life… may be the key. Join the Warrior Women Mastermind! Schedule a call with Liz! calendly.com/lizsvatek/zoom-meeting Take Liz's Limitless Warrior 12 week program and change your life! www.lizsvatek.com/limitless-warrior/ Connect with Barbara! https://barbaracalexander.com/ https://barbaracalexander.com/cocreate-your-life-2023/ FB https://www.facebook.com/barbara.coralloalexander INSTA https://www.instagram.com/soulalignedjourney/ Barbara is an intuitive and spiritual coach, mentor and astrologer who believes that personal growth is an evolutionary journey to becoming the highest version of ourself in order to reach limitless personal and professional success. She sees how astrology can help us tune into our soul's purpose, tap into the gifts we were born with and become in alignment with who we truly are at our core. Astrology also helps us better understand why we go through challenges during certain phases in our lives, to better navigate our way through them, which is part of our growth journey. While helping her clients understand their astrological soul blueprint, she mentors and coaches them to courageously embody the fullest, most authentic expression of themselves. In doing so, they become aligned to their true purpose in order to achieve wholistic success on their own terms. Coaching and mentoring come natural to Barbara with her sun sign in Cancer; Her passion for life-long learning and sharing it with others is a characteristic of her moon placement in Sagittarius; Leading others through their transformational journeys is reflected in her Scorpio rising. Prior to starting her own coaching practice, Barbara had a 25-year corporate career in sales and marketing for brands such as IBM, Compaq and Young and Rubicam Advertising.

Open source intelligence, or OSINT, is often treated as an afterthought in the U.S. intelligence community compared to other forms of intel. Now, a group of former intelligence leaders are trying to change that. They are forming a new OSINT Foundation to help elevate the tradecraft, establish standards, and build a community around open source. I spoke with two of the foundation's leaders, Barbara Alexander and Eliot Jardines.

My guest is Barbara Alexander, who runs the Westville Performing Arts Center where budding performers learn to act, dance and sing. Now, she has written a 12-step guide to help aspiring artists launch their career and win their audition. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/real-talk-real-people/support

Barbara Alexander, Singer, Serial Entrepreneur, Actress, Music Teacher, International Vocal Coach, Motivational Speaker and Career Coach, just to name a few. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, minor in Theater with an emphasis in voice and Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership. She has been teaching, training and empowering people for over 30 years.Babs has debuted on Broadway and an off-Broadway show on 47th and Broadway called, “Time is Winding Up, Get Over It” by Sharon Dean. She has has starred in Hairspray three times and has performed at the New London Barn Playhouse in New Hampshire, gaining her first standing ovation as a professional actress in 2010. She later performed with the famous Actress, Misty Rowe from “Hee Haw” as a blue singer in her show, Fandance. Appearing in Brooklyn's finest, Indie's film, Watching TV with the Red Chinese, New Amsterdam and commercials by United Way.She has performed in 38 states and 4 countries, singing in seven languages. She has trained and taught clients from beginners to professionals in voice and theater. Her clients have auditioned and performed on stages of The Voice, The Apollo, American Idol, America's Got Talent, X Factor, Who's Got Talent, Miss Sweden, Miss Connecticut, Broadway, recording artists and the list continues. She is a former certified music teacher in public schools since 1994 in FL, CT and NY. Babs is a member of the National Education Association, National Association for Music Education, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Network of Executive Women of Milford, Arts Council of Greater New Haven, and Cultural of Fairfield County. She is the owner of the Babs International Vocal Coach, Performing Arts Academy of CT LLC, Tutors for Teachers Certification LLC and Founder of Arts in CT, her most prized possession. Arts in CT, a statewide nonprofit arts organization creating art programs for local communities across the state of Connecticut. She continues to make a positive impact wherever she goes.https://www.artsinct.org/https://internationalvocalcoach.com/https://www.instagram.com/intlvocalcoach/

Quesabirria is a mashup of birria, a traditional Mexican stew, and a cheese quesadilla. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make quesabirria using turkey thigh roast that she simmers in a rich chile colorado paste. Next, the turkey is shredded and stuffed between two tortillas, with cheese and griddled, then served alongside a bowl of birria broth for dipping. Get the Turkey Quesabirria recipe here!

In this special edition, our expert Astrologer Barbara Alexander returns to give an Astrological perspective on Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.We will also look at the 2022 mid-term and 2024 Presidential elections. During this discussion, we will enumerate and detail the "diminishing" viability of a DT re-election,and ascending probability of a Ron DeSantis Presidency.

Bringing the arts to the community is what drives Barbara Alexander, founder of "Arts in CT," a nonprofit with a mission to provide leadership and support to the diverse arts community of Greater New Haven." And to help her do this, she has opened "a multidisciplinary arts hub" she is calling the Westville Performing Arts Center at 351 McKinley Ave in New Haven. She is here to talk about why this is good for the community. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/real-talk-real-people/support

In this concluding edition, we pick-up where we left-off last week. Barbara "always" gives us a detailed and in-depth look at the movement of the stars surrounding our nation's capital, our leadership, and things to come for America...

Astrology expert Barbara Alexander returns to give her astrological perspective on political events thus far, and for the rest of the way in 2021.*IMPORTANT NOTE: These is a speculative (not absolute) presentation based on cumulative events, and the movement of the stars.

Tonight's episode is a rare glimpse into old-time Wyoming and an odd triangle that ends up in murder.  Sources: Dead & Gone in Wyoming Podcast with Scott Fullerhttps://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/2605379/state-v-alexander/?https://trib.com/news/local/a-look-back-in-time-near-misses/article_3dc6ef65-e816-5505-bba6-590d92966ec5.htmlhttp://www.wyomingtalesandtrails.com/casper3.htmlhttps://www.newspapers.com/clip/18173426/james-aleandri-alexander-murder-of/--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephanie-garcia180/support

Does stimulation of the soluble guanylate cyclase pathway in late gestation improve intrauterine growth restriction in a reduced uterine perfusion pressure (RUPP) rat model of placental ischemia? In our latest podcast, Stella Goulopoulou (University of North Texas Health Science Center) interviews authors Barbara Alexander and Laura Coats (University of Mississippi Medical Center), along with expert Chris Banek (University of Arizona), about new research by Coats et al. The authors focused specifically on late gestation (day 20 to birth), which provided unique insights when compared to previous work investigating intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) from gestation day 14 to gestation day 20. After stimulating the soluble guanylate cyclase (sGC) pathway, the authors found neither birth weight nor asymmetrical growth was improved in male offspring. In addition, the IUGR programmed male offspring, who were exposed to stimulation of the sGC pathway during late gestation, continued to develop hypertension at 4 months of age. Many preclinical studies show the benefits of sGC stimulation to the mother early in gestation and assume long-term benefit to the offspring. This work by Coats et al. is both surprising and clinically relevant to the preeclampsia research field, highlighting the crucial need for intervention late in gestation during critical fetal organ development and follow-up after birth. Where does the field go from here? Listen now.   Laura E. Coats, Bhavisha A. Bakrania, Daniel R. Bamrick-Fernandez, Allison M. Ariatti, Adam Z. Rawls, Norma B. Ojeda, Barbara T. Alexander Soluble guanylate cyclase stimulation in late gestation does not mitigate asymmetric intrauterine growth restriction or cardiovascular risk induced by placental ischemia in the rat Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol, published May 3, 2021. DOI: 10.1152/ajpheart.00033.2021

May kicks off Lupus Awareness month, and Caitlin and Cierra are joined today by Barbara Alexander who shares her story about her journey with Lupus. Not only does she share more about the disease, but also her wisdom and advice to find joy along her journey.  To learn more about Lupus and Lupus Awareness month, head to www.lupus.org/lupus-awareness-month. Be sure to check out @virtuallybestfriendspod for more resources as well!  Want to be VBFs with your hosts? Be sure to connect with Caitlin @lemonadepressblog and Cierra @ambitiouslycierra as well as www.virtuallybestfriendspod.com! If you liked this episode, please subscribe, follow, share a screenshot (and tag us!), and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!   

To skin or not to skin: If you're cooking salmon on the grill or for delicious crispy-skin salmon, you will most likely want to keep the skin on, since this helps to prevent the salmon flesh from sticking and tearing on the grill or in the pan. If you do want to skin your salmon, Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America is here to help! She provides step-by step tips on safely and efficiently skinning a whole salmon. Get salmon recipes and watch more videos.

Breaking down a side of salmon into steaks or individual tranches or fillets is easy and is much cheaper than purchasing individual fillets. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America demonstrates how to portion out a salmon into four uniform servings. Get salmon recipes and watch more videos.

You can save money and better ensure quality and consistency in your kitchen by purchasing whole sides of salmon. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America demonstrates a few easy-to-master techniques for working with these whole sides of fresh-harvested AquaBounty salmon. Learn how to break down a whole fish, and cut it into fillets. Get salmon recipes and watch more videos.

There are always long thin pin bones that must be removed from a salmon before any further fabrication. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America demonstrates how to find pin bones by running your fingers or a knife along length of the fish. She also shows us how to remove bones with fish tweezers and tips to avoid tearing the delicate flesh. Get salmon recipes and watch more videos.

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America demonstrates a how to check a salmon for freshness. Learn how to inspect the fins, skin, eyes, gills, and scales of the salmon to make sure you're buying a freshly harvested fish. Get salmon recipes and watch more videos here.

These crowd-pleasing Indian-spiced Salmon cakes with yogurt, mint and mango chutneys can be served as small plates, appetizers, or passed hors d'oeuvres. The aromatic spice blend in this recipe is a perfect companion for the salmon's rich flavor. The delicate sweetness of the AquaBounty salmon that we're using complements the creamy yogurt and bright chutney flavors. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make this tasty recipe. Get the Indian-Spiced Salmon Cakes with Mango Chutney recipe. 

Huli is a Hawaiian word meaning to curl or flip. Traditional Hawaiian Huli Huli dishes are cooked rotisserie-style, charring all sides of marinated fish, pork or chicken. In this Huli Huli Salmon bowl, we're using thick, delicious cuts of marinated and grilled AquaBounty salmon and served with a bowl of multigrain mix of rice, quinoa and purple barley. I'm topping this Hawaiian-style salmon bowl with grilled pineapple, red onion, cucumber, pickled carrots, and avocado. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how she makes this delicious and beautiful dish! Get the Hawaiian Huli Huli Salmon Bowl recipe. 

In this recipe, Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America pairs seared AquaBounty salmon with pureed Jerusalem artichokes, and crispy Brussels sprouts for a delicious dish that's high in protein, vitamins, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. She prepares a Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette for a zingy sauce to accompany the fish. Get the Seared Salmon with Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Creamy Sunchoke Puree recipe.  

: If you like the delicate flavors of smoked salmon, you'll love this smoked salmon candy salad with grilled persimmons, arugula and lemon maple vinaigrette. The marinade in this recipe produces a slightly sweet smoked salmon with a candy-like texture that's similar to jerky… it's finger-licking delicious! Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America pairs the salmon candy with grilled permissions, but any seasonal fruit would be delicious, including grilled plums, peaches, pears. Get the Smoked Salmon Candy Salad with Grilled Persimmons recipe.    

AquaBounty Salmon served on a crunchy wonton taco with cucumber ginger slaw is a scrumptious twist on your traditional taco. Healthy and satisfying, these crispy salmon tacos are perfect as appetizers or shared small plates. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America tops the piece of salmon with a drizzle of Yuzu Koshu Mayonnaise and garnishes with wasabi tobiko, which are wasabi infused fish eggs for a nice little pop. Get the Crispy Wonton Salmon Tacos with Cucumber Ginger Slaw recipe.     

Here's a delicious, easy-to-prepare salmon dish inspired by the healthy cooking of Vietnam. Seared salmon served over a delicious and fragrant fresh herb and cucumber salad is bursting with the exotic flavors of Southeast Asia. The sweet flavors and delicate texture of the AquaBounty salmon in this recipe are perfectly complemented with fresh cucumbers, crispy fried shallots, and aromatic basil. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us the secret to achieving perfectly crispy salmon: making sure the skin side of the salmon is completely dry before cooking! Get the Crispy Vietnamese Salmon on Cucumber Herb Salad recipe.  

A tagine is a traditional North African stew that's prepared in a conical earthenware vessel of the same name. This healthful, easy-to-make tagine of salmon with preserved lemons and capers can be made in a traditional tagine or in a covered ovenproof casserole dish. We'll be serving our salmon tagine with traditional couscous, which can be prepared in advance. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America show us how she makes this beautiful tagine using AquaBounty salmon. Get the Moroccan Salmon Tagine with Preserved Lemons and Capers recipe.   

Inspired by Mexico's BBQ pit-masters, these Yucatecan Salmon Tacos with Citrus Cabbage Slaw are packed with sweet citrus flavors that perfectly complement grilled AquaBounty salmon. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America flavors the salmon in a pibil-style marinade then grills it for the perfect amount of char and caramelization. You will love the contrast of smoky, sweet and citrusy flavors in these tacos! Get the Salmon Tacos with Citrus Cabbage Slaw recipe.

Zech & Aaron are chatting with Barbara Alexander. A champion of our town and Owner / Broker of Howard Hanna Premier Properties by Barbara Alexander (were friends with our competition). We touch on the crystal ball of real estate, growth in Morgantown and the good ole days - Lebanese food, kibbeh nayeh & tabbouleh and the blooming opportunities Realtors® generate for the towns and cities they serve.

Nearly 1.5 million Americans are being vaccinated every day against COVID-19. Allergic reactions have led some to question if they should get the vaccine; and scant data from clinical trials for the currently approved vaccines in vulnerable populations means we don't fully know how those with certain conditions will react. Does that mean those with certain allergies or conditions like HIV, multiple sclerosis, or cancer should pass on the shot? What about those who are pregnant? Barbara Alexander, MD, infectious disease specialist at Duke University and current president of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, joins us to explore who should get the shot. Later in the podcast, Mark Turrentine, MD, a professor at the Baylor College of Medicine and co-chair of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) COVID-19 OB Expert Work Group, also joins to explain whether the vaccine is safe for pregnant and nursing women.

In this 5th special post-season edition, Barbara will take a look at the astrological charts for Inauguration day 1/6/2021, along with the charts of the following: Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and The Clown.We'll answer the questions of whether there will be more violence, and the direction of the lives of our 3 above mentioned figures after Inauguration day. Will The Clown hang around or will he fade back into the woodwork? And, are we in GOOD hands with Biden and Harris? Those questions be answered during this episode.

From an upbringing in rural North Carolina to becoming the Director of Transplant Infectious Diseases Service at Duke University, get to know IDSA's newest president, Barbara Alexander, M.D., FIDSA, including her plans for the society. IDSA CEO Chris Busky guest moderates.

In previous episodes, our expert Astrologer Barbara Alexander informed us that Trump was born during full LUNER-ECLIPSE. During this time, the moon always gives the appearance of what many refer to as A-BLOOD-MOON...Interestingly, Benito Mussolini died on April 28th in 1945. Two days later, Adolph Hitler died on April 30th that same year. Fourteen months later on June 14th, 1946, Trump was born. Does Trump's natal chart give us clues in to who-and-what he truly is?In this first "post-season-four" special edition, Gary and Barbara will take a "DEEP-DIVE" into all the detailing elements in Trump's chart as it relates to WHY he has become THE MOST DANGEROUS PRESIDENT IN AMERICAN HISTORY.....

In this concluding 2nd part, Barbara and Gary will basically narrow-down who will be the "BEST-MATCH" for former VP Joe Biden's running mate in 2020....

NOTE: These two episodes (20 & 21) are being posted OUT-OF-SEQUENCE due to the fact that the Biden campaign will be announcing Joe Biden's VP pick VERY-SOON. With that said, in this episode, Barbara gives some important insight into who would be THE-BEST running-mate for a winning ticket in November.

In this MONUMENTAL 100th episode, we bring in our TOP-5 show participants whom we refer to as "The Crew of The Mothership". Erin Martin gives an explosive presentation on her experience at the 99th anniversary of The Greenwood Massacre in Tulsa Oklahoma. Clif Taylor reprises his insightful and empowering book "Somebody Has to Protect The Children", an effective resource on how to deal with and prevent child sexual-abuse. Astrology expert Barbara Alexander gives us much needed info and insight on where the country is right now, and what to expect in November. Robert Moss give us a powerful presentation on our educational system past, present, and future. And, Mark Pruitt takes us home with a trailer of our upcoming episode (#14) on "The Nixon Legacy". This conversation is a MUST listen by all that distinguishes our show as a labor-of-love dedicated to bringing us "PROGRESS FOR TOMORROW"!

In this very special 2020 rundown edition, we once again call on our Astrology expert Barbara Alexander to take a "DEEP-DIVE" into the candidacy of who we now know to be the Democratic "presumptive" nominee; former VP Joe Biden. We will detail Biden's current standing (Reade allegations withstanding), and an "UPCOMING" potential future summer crisis that will apparently occur. For the most part, we will take a DEEP-DIVE into the Biden's run and disclose where his position DEFINITIVELY-DIFFERS from Hillary Clinton's back in 2016. THIS IS A MUST LISTEN PODCAST EPISODE!!!

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how she makes Croquetas Stuffed with Chorizo. First she forms some saffron rice into balls. Next, stuff each ball with some manchego and some Fermín spreadable chorizo. Fermín Ibérico products are made in Sierra de Francia in Spain, which has the perfect microclimate for aging chorizo. She fries the croquetas in organic Castillo De Canena Arbequino olive oil until they're nice and crispy, then serves the croquetas with a side of aioli. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America makes Sherry-Flambéed Chorizo in Salt-Roasted Baby Potatoes, the perfect addition to a tapas menu. She starts by preparing the Palacios Chorizo. This chorizo comes ready to slice and eat, but to bring out the flavor, she sautés it with fresh and fruity VillaBlanca olive oil and then flambés the pan with some sherry. She serves the chorizo on top of salt-roasted baby potatoes that she has squeezed open. To finish, she adds a little grated manchego and saffron aioli. Enjoy! Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/  

This Carmencita Paella Kit includes everything you need for a delicious Spanish seafood paella—even the traditional paella pan! To begin our recipe, Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America adds olive oil to a hot pan over medium-high heat. She adds seafood, sautés and turns down the heat to a simmer. Next, she adds the rice, the dry stock, water, and simmers for about 20 minutes, until all the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked. There you have it, a beautiful seafood paella! Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us a delicious Jamón Serrano Manchego Panna Cotta. She starts by making savory panna cotta with Manchego cheese, that she carefully plates. Next she makes the Montenevado jamón serrano topping. Montenevado jamón is air-dried in a long, slow and natural curing process so is packed with umami. Chef Barbara slices the jamón into small strips, then tosses it with walnuts, herbs, Castillo De Canena Picual olive oil, and a balsamic vinegar syrup to make a little salad.  Now place this on top of the panna cotta and drizzle with a little more olive oil. Enjoy! Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how she makes a Manhattan with a twist: a Cherry Kiss Manhattan. First, she makes a traditional Manhattan with whiskey, vermouth, bitters, and orange peel. In place of maraschino cherries, she uses whole skewered Aceitunas Torrent cherry flavored olives for added sophistication and a kiss of cherry aroma. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

This beautiful Ice Cream Torta was created with a variety of Spanish gourmet specialty products. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how she makes Turron Blando Ice Cream. To serve, she places some roasted plum compote on the bottom of the plate, along with a scoop of the Turron Blando Ice Cream. She sandwiches the ice cream in between pieces of original anise Inés Rosales tortas. Inés Rosales tortas have been made by hand in Sevilla for more than a century, and have a wonderful crispy, light, and flaky texture. To finish, she drizzles the ice cream with fruity and buttery Castillo De Canena Picual olive oil from Spain. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Here's a new idea for a modern tapa or shared appetizer: Pimenton BBQ Rubbed Pork with Tapenade and Truffle Crackers. First, Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America prepares the BBQ rub marinade with Pimentón Ahumado La Chinata, cumin, salt and pepper. She coats the Alta Expresión Selección de Montanera pork tenderloin, which is made from world-renowned acorn-fed 100% Ibérico pork from Spain. Allow the pork to marinade overnight. Once the flavors from the Pimentón BBQ rub are nicely infused, she sears the tenderloin until done, then thinly slices the pork. She serves the sliced pork with red pepper tapenade with Paul and Pippa Gourmet Food truffle-flavored crackers. Your guests will love this unique combination of flavors. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America show us how to prepare a simple and restorative bone broth. She uses Ferrer Tradicional Chicken Bone Broth, which uses high-quality chicken and fresh vegetables. Chef Barbara just brings the broth to a simmer and ladles it into the serving bowl. Give the broth a squeeze of lime, add some sliced fresh green chiles, and finally, and some nutmeg. This spicy and warming Ferrer Tradicional Chicken Bone Broth is perfect for a rainy day. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America show us how she elevates average avocado toast with this collection of gourmet specialty products from Spain. To start, she places sliced fresh, ripe avocado on toasted multi-grain bread, and drizzles the toast with award-winning Castillo De Canena Picual extra virgin olive oil from southern Spain. This Picual olive oil has a robust fruity flavor that amplifies the avocado and other ingredients. She adds a squeeze of lemon, and tops the toast with Pescaviar Premium Pearls. These caviar-like creations are made from smoked herring, and add a delicious pop of flavor and texture. She adds a subtle hint of smoky Pimentón Ahumado La Chinata, and to finish, some fresh herbs. Find the full video series at https://www.ciaprochef.com/spanishproducts/

Char Siu Bao, also known as Chinese BBQ Pork Buns, are a dim sum favorite and great addition to any small bites menu. Sweet, smoky and seasoned with the flavors of the Far East, this recipe for Chinese BBQ Pork Buns is easy to make and sure to please. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make a char siu marinade and then how to BBQ tender and flavor-packed pork belly. She serves the char siu pork belly in steamed buns with sesame-celery salad, garnished with green onion curls, hoisin, and chopped peanuts. Go to recipe: https://www.ciaprochef.com/americanbbq/charsui/

Stuck at home and looking for some cooking inspiration? Watch the CIA's new series of videos all about BBQ! What better time to learn about cooking low and slow comfort food? Pork steaks are trending on menus across America. Chefs are discovering these tasty and versatile cuts from the shoulder of the hog, which cook up perfectly in the pan or on the grill. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make an easy recipe for Vinegar-dipped Pork Steaks with Beer-Cheese, Charred Red Onions, and Biscuits. Go to recipe: https://www.ciaprochef.com/americanbbq/porksteak/

Stuck at home and looking for some cooking inspiration? Watch the CIA's new series of videos all about BBQ! What better time to learn about cooking low and slow comfort food? This slow cooked pork belly recipe gets its amazing flavor from maple and ginger. The pork belly is sliced and paired with sweet potato waffle and maple cream. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to brine the pork belly in ginger beer, and add even more flavor with a rub, glaze, and spritz.  Go to recipe: https://www.ciaprochef.com/americanbbq/mapleporkbelly/

Stuck at home and looking for some cooking inspiration? Watch the CIA's new series of videos all about BBQ! What better time to learn about cooking low and slow comfort food? To savor the Southern flavors of Louisiana BBQ, try this Chicory-rubbed Pork Shoulder with Bourbon BBQ Sauce. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to BBQ the pork shoulder for perfectly tender and succulent results. The shoulder is delicious sliced, chopped, or pulled. Go to recipe: https://www.ciaprochef.com/americanbbq/chicoryporkbutt/

Stuck at home and looking for some cooking inspiration? Watch the CIA's new series of videos all about BBQ! What better time to learn about cooking low and slow comfort food? Spice up your BBQ with these sticky and sweet Korean spare ribs. Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America sprinkles the ribs with crispy garlic, peanuts, and scallions, and serves them with Korean slaw and steamed rice. Go to recipe: https://www.ciaprochef.com/americanbbq/koreanstickyribs/

We kickoff our 4th season with this "blockbuster" episode with our resident and extremely accurate Astrology Expert Ms. Barbara Alexander. In fact, we will hear quit a bit from Barbara this season as we rundown events and issues surrounding the 2020 Presidential race. In this edition, Barbara will detail the Astrological charts of Joe Biden, the current President, and our nation. This years election is EXTREMELY PIVOTAL, and it will be necessary for ALL DEMOCRATS TO UNITE!

Episode 20   Helping Suicide Survivors Heal Stigma about suicide is a serious problem for survivors.  We need to recognize that this is a circumstance of death that is very difficult for the survivors and for others who know and care about them.  Dr Robert Neimeyer continues our previous conversation, suggesting that therapists ask survivors, “What do you need in relation to this loss now?  And from whom do you need it? © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

Episode 19: Unlike the song from ‘Mash,’ Suicide is not painless – especially for the survivors! All losses of loved ones through death have an element of trauma built into them. That’s most particularly true when the losses are themselves inherently tragic and when they leave people struggling to make sense of the experience.  These challenges are so fundamental, so existential, so resonant that they leave people often questioning and broken, and sometimes seeking answers then in the context of psychotherapy, counseling, and good social work practice.  Here, Dr. Robert Neimeyer explains this. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

Episode #18   Surprise, Surprise!  Men and women experience Depression differently! Dr Melissa Perrin parses out the different diagnostic categories in the DSM 5, including Major Depressive Disorders, Chronic Depressive which is Dysthymic, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Substance Induced Depressive Disorder, and Depressive Disorder due to Another Medical Condition. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

Episode #17:   It’s not Depression –It’s Grief! We are too quick to mistake normal grief for depression.  Only 10 to 15 percent of grievers have severe reactions to the loss of a loved one and thus might need treatment that includes prescription medication and therapy. Dr. Melissa Perrin explains how to tell the difference. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

Working with hoarders requires creativity because of the unique meaning they attribute to every little thing.  First goal:  stop acquiring! © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

In this "unique" edition, our Astrology Expert Barbara Alexander focuses on 4 significant 2020 candidates: Kamala Harris, Corey Booker, Beto O'Rourke, and Elizabeth Warren. Barbara is one of America's most sought-after and "accurate" Astrological experts who has now become a permanent fixture as one our crew members. You'll want to hear what she has to share.

Episode #15:  Hoarders:  Why cleaning out their homes never works,  Part 2 Dr Frost details how compulsive behaviors drive sufferers to pile objects throughout their homes. Hoarders’ beliefs about possessions and their difficulties in spatial perception undermine ordinary efforts.   Frost explains the underlying causes methods of minimizing the effects of the emotionally exhausting disorder. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

Episode 14:   "Hoarders: When does collecting become hoarding?” Part 1        In their book Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things, Randy Frost, Ph.D. and Gail Steketee, Ph.D. identify the key traits that identify a hoarder.  Here Dr. Steketee discusses the difference between a hobby and an obsession? © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

Episode 13: Promoting Post-Traumatic Growth, Part 2 List Ferentz continues our discussion on Post-traumatic growth, with particular emphasis on the neurology of trauma and on the impact of the trauma survivors’s often brutal experience.  This has an impact, as well,  on the therapist, whose role is to help the survivor helping understand the world and their place in it. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.    

Episode 12:    Promoting Post-Traumatic Growth, Part 1 Post-traumatic growth is not about returning to the same life as it was previously experienced before a period of traumatic suffering; but rather it is about undergoing significant ‘life-changing' psychological shifts in thinking and relating to the world that contribute to a personal process of change that is deeply meaningful. Here to discuss how she works with trauma survivors to embrace change, take healthy risks, and increase self-compassion is Lisa Ferentz, LCSW-C, DAPA, a recognized expert in the strengths-based, de-pathologized treatment of trauma. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

Episode 11: Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Disorders in the DSM 5 Dr Neimeyer explains how the DSM 5 doesn’t confine feeding and eating disorders to either childhood or adulthood, and gives us a developmental overview. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.      

Episode 10: Feeding Disorders in the DSM 5 The DSM 5 upended the diagnostic criteria for Eating Disorders in Childhood and Adulthood. Dr. Greg Neimeyer unpacks this for us and discusses eating disorders in childhood. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

Episode 9: Diagnosing Public Figures from Afar, Part 2 If we perceive a public figure as dangerous, is it immoral for therapists not to speak out?  And do we have a duty to warn?  Barbara and Mark continue their conversation about these ethical challenges. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

PODCAST #8    “Diagnosing Public Figures from Afar:  The Goldwater Rule.”           The temptation to assign diagnostic labels to public figures is hard to resist, especially when the behavior of those public figures is particularly outlandish. But is it ethical to diagnose someone whom we have never met? These are not easy questions and frequent speaker Mark Smaller will address them. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

Our expert astrologer *Barbara Alexander returns to give a perspective that will enable us to potentially determine the "outcome" of this tragic situation in SYRIA, the IMPEACHMENT INVESTIGATION, and just what 2020 has in store for Donald Trump. Will The Clown be IMPEACHED & REMOVED? Or, WILL HE BE VOTED OUT? We will also pay tribute to our recently "transitioned" hero, Representative Elijah Cummings.*IMPORTANT NOTE: We as a show are fully aware that Astrology is NOT an EXACT-SCIENCE, and that crucial elements can change periodically. HOWEVER, Barbara Alexander has been considered to be one of the MOST-ACCURATE Astrological prognosticators even by members of the Law Enforcement Community.

Episode :7      “The Schizophrenic Child becomes an Adult”          Retired Administrative Law Judge, Karen Mellow tells us, continuing her conversation with Barbara Alexander that when your schizophrenic child turns eighteen, “That’s a whole other catastrophe… On that day, he is an adult and if he chooses to live on the street and starve, that’s his business and there’s no way you can intervene.” © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.         

Episode #6      “Living with a Schizophrenic Child.”          Retired Administrative Law Judge, Karen Mellow describes to Barbara Alexander, with brutal frankness, what life with a schizophrenic child is like. Any parent and any therapist working with this population needs to hear this interview! © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

PODCAST #5:     “Why do Addicts Relapse?”          “The fact is, every addict loves getting high. What every addicted person wants more than anything in the whole world is to be able to use their drug of choice without consequences.” So says Dr. Mark Willenbring as he, Dr. Brian Johnson, and Dr. Ishani Dalal continue their conversations with Barbara Alexander, from On Good Authority. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

PODCAST #4: Treating Opioid Addictions What works? The Twelve Step model or New Pharma or some Combination? Hear Drs. Willenbring, Johnson, and Dr. Ishani Dalal talk to Barbara Alexander, from On Good Authority, about their differing views. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

PODCAST #3      “Can we Understand Addictions:  Is there a real answer?”          This is the first of three podcasts about addiction and here, Barbara Alexander from On Good Authority interviews two psychiatrists – Mark Willenbring and Brian Johnson who have somewhat differing views on the neurology of opiate addictions. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.    

Episode #2      “Problems of Elderly Transgender Folk.          One of the biggest issues that older transgender individuals face is housing discrimination. Here, Barbara and Rena continue their conversation about the challenges facing the transgender community. © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.  

EPISODE #1:  “The language of the Transgender World” Language is the number one way that trans and gender non-conforming folks know that they are safe. Here, Barbara Alexander, from On Good Authority, interviews Rena McDaniel, who tells us that in order to be respectful to Transgender folks, we need to know their pronouns! © On Good Authority, Inc., 2019 SHRINKS TALK SHOP A NEW podcast hosted by Barbara Alexander as she interviews other mental health professionals about their work. Together they sort out some of the most important therapy issues of our times.

This is yet another MUST-LISTEN episode where Astrology Expert (Barbara Alexander) will detail and explain the Astro-Charts of Cory Booker, and Elizabeth Warren. We we're well ahead of the curve in this program. And, you'll want to hear just how Booker & Warren will be positioned for the 2020 Presidential race. (NOTE: Barbara Alexander is one of the most "accurate" astrologers in the US. She has even been sought out be many of my associates in law enforcement as a direct result of her accuracy.

Expert Astrologer Barbara Alexander returns to give us even further insights regarding the astrological-chart of revolutionary candidate (from 2016) Mr. Bernie Sanders. Has Bernie "really" ignited a movement that will transcend our current political discourse? Hear what the Stars have to say....

Chef Barbara Alexander reveals how to make a vegetarian Bean-LT Bowl at The Culinary Institute of America. This healthy, satisfying, vegetarian twist on a BLT is packed with protein, and includes white kidney beans, lettuce, tomatoes, croutons, farro, a poached egg, and crispy, smoky kidney bean “fakin' bits.” Hold the egg and yogurt in the dressing for a vegan version! Go to recipe: http://www.ciaprochef.com/northarvest/bltbowl/

Chef Barbara Alexander presents a creative twist on a fish taco with this Fish Taco and Pinto Bean Bowl at The Culinary Institute of America. This hearty bowl includes all of the delicious flavors in a fish taco, including charred corn and tomatoes, cumin-spiced cod, pinto beans, quinoa, and lots of tasty garnishes.    Go to recipe: http://www.ciaprochef.com/northarvest/fishtacobowl/      

Chef Barbara Alexander shows how to make a Huevos Rancheros Refried Black Bean Breakfast Bowl at The Culinary Institute of America. She puts a healthy twist on this classic Mexican breakfast dish by serving the refried black beans and fried egg as a bowl with sautéed Swiss chard, brown rice, and lots of tasty garnishes. Great for any meal of the day! Go to recipe: http://www.ciaprochef.com/northarvest/huevosrancherosbowl/

Barbara Alexander is a Lupus sufferer and ambassador Barbara's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/binthecenter/ Our Pages www.facebook.com/1aweekchallenge www.instagram.com/_1aweek www.1aweekchallenge@gmail.com *Trigger Warning* If this episode in anyway made you feel like self harming, or you need in general, please contact one of the numbers provided below. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): 1-800-826-3632 SAMHSA Treatment Locator: 800-662-4357

Chef Barbara Alexander shows how to make a Korean Kidney Bean and Multi-Grain Bowl, with Gochujang Meatballs and a Poached Egg at The Culinary Institute of America. This hearty bowl features spicy and umami-rich Korean flavors with kidney bean and beef gochujang meatballs glazed with a delicious pineapple, soy, and sesame sauce to die for.   Go to recipe: http://www.ciaprochef.com/northarvest/koreanbowl/      

Join Gary for his first season two conversation with expert astrologist Barbara Alexander as we look at our current situation. Barbara will also give an astrological reading on events in the very near future, and who may seek the Presidency in 2020.

Chef Barbara Alexander demonstrates how to make a Navy Bean Falafel Mediterranean Bowl at The Culinary Institute of America. To make the falafel, she pulses together navy beans, an egg, garlic, and spices and sautés them until crispy. These are served in a bowl with delicious Mediterranean ingredients, including Kalamata olives, pistachios, pomegranate arils, cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, and a creamy tahini dressing. Go to recipe: http://www.ciaprochef.com/northarvest/mediterraneanbowl/       

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make delicious Korean Turkey Dumplings with Gochujang Dipping Sauce. These pan-fried dumplings are stuffed with turkey, Asian aromatics, and spicy savory Gochujang. Serve them as a fun shared appetizer! Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/turkey/recipes/turkeydumplings/  

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make a Moroccan-spiced Turkey Pita Sandwich. The turkey is seasoned with Moroccan spice blend Ras al Hanout and harissa then grilled. The sliced turkey is stuffed into a pita pocket with a fresh herb and cucumber salad and drizzled with a creamy lemon tahini sauce. This is certainly a delicious upgrade from your average turkey sandwich! Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/turkey/recipes/moroccanturkeysandwiches/   

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to deep fry a turkey. Deep frying a whole turkey results in delicious, succulent meat with perfectly crispy golden skin that is well worth the extra effort. Before you begin, keep in mind that deep frying a turkey can be very dangerous! Improper frying techniques can cause fires as well as severe burns, so proceed with extreme caution and preparation. More videos in this series are available at http://www.ciaprochef.com/turkey/   

Chef Barbara Alexander from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make Smoky Chipotle Turkey Tostadas. The turkey is smothered with spicy smoky chipotle then roasted in the oven. The tostadas are topped with refried beans, sliced turkey, two types of salsa, crema, crumbled cotija and pickled onions. Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/turkey/recipes/turkeytostadas  

One of Canada's most celebrated culinary contributions, poutine is a dish of French fries, beef gravy, and cheese curds. In this video, Chef Barbara Alexander shows you how to make Poutine with a Balsamic-Short Rib Gravy. Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/modena/poutine/

This Balsamic, Soy and Plum Marinade makes steak, chicken, salmon, or mushrooms to die for. In this video, Chef Barbara Alexander uses the marinade on some hanger steak and portabella mushrooms. Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/modena/balsamicsoyplummarinade/

This versatile, tangy, spicy, Asian Balsamic marinade is great on chicken, pork or salmon. In this video, Chef Barbara Alexander uses the marinade on Chicken Wings. Recipe at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/modena/asianbalsamicmarinade/

Dena DeCastro is a professional astrologer, writer, and teacher. She offers individual astrology readings and mentors those who wish to take their astrological knowledge to the next level. Dena teaches us what our north and south nodes can tell us about our karmic lessons and our life purpose. MENTIONED ON THE SHOW Linda Goodman's Sun Signs Jeane Dixon NORWAC The Mountain Astrologer GUEST LINKS - DENA DECASTRO denadecastro.com DeCastro Astrology on Facebook HOST LINKS - SLADE ROBERSON Slade's Books & Courses Get an intuitive reading with Slade Automatic Intuition FACEBOOK GROUP Shift Your Spirits Community BECOME A PATRON https://www.patreon.com/shiftyourspirits Edit your pledge on Patreon TRANSCRIPT Dena: So, when I was young in the '70s, my parents were both kind of hippie, you know, Bohemian, interested in all of that stuff. My dad actually read tarot cards, not for a living, but just as a hobby. My mom had a close friend who was an astrologer and they would sit at the dining room table and look at charts and dish on men and I was just fascinated, always. I would browse the books in the bookshelf. I was kind of an early reader, so I would just kind of nerd out on all the astrology books that my parents had. And so I just immediately, you know, I came from somewhere. I have a feeling I came from a past-life, probably. But this innate interest in astrology and the planets and even space and stars, was something that was just there when I was very little. I would say, starting at about 5. So I went on, throughout my teenage years, read a lot of the usual books. You know, Linda Goodman's 'Sun Signs' was one of them. That was like my bible when I was in junior high and I grew to be able to read charts, more about late high school age, college age, and I would practice on my friends and family. It just grew and it was always with me. Interesting side note, during that time when I was about 8 or 9, my mom became a born-again Christian, so she eschewed all of that. You know, tarot, astrology, all of that was out. And it was looked at as, you know, she said it's the dark arts. I don't think she used that word. That's more of a Harry Potter term actually. The Dark Arts. It was forbidden in our house and so I had to do it surreptitiously for awhile. But then she eventually switched back and became more open to, I would say, early New Age ideas or occult ideas. So there was a few years in there where it was like, on the sly, I had to do my astrology stuff. And then when I got into my late 20s, I had a friend of mine that suggested, 'You COULD do this for a living!' Could I? Could I really? So I put out my shingle and started charging for readings when I was right at my Saturn return, which is 28, 29 years old. And have been doing that ever since! Slade: Wow. So I have to ask you, you started way before we had computer software to do this stuff. Dena: Yeah. Slade: So at what point in your career did the technology come in and play a part? Or does it, at all? Dena: It did. Like, in the '90s, there were ways that you could order charts on, via the internet or mail order. That was kind of the way you did it. It's kind of funny. I learned to cast charts by hand in the late '90s finally. I had always had charts given to me so that was how I did it in the early days, like in my teenage years. Like, somebody already had a chart and I'd look at it. Slade: Oh, okay! Alright. So you're much more about the interpretation than the castings, even at that early age. Dena: Yes, right. Slade: Okay! I can relate to that. That would be true for me as well. I NEVER learned to cast a chart by hand, just for the record. Dena: It takes so long. It really is an onerous process. I know how to do it. If you had me do it today, gosh it's been maybe 18 years since I've actually cast a chart by hand. So it would be a tricky but it's good I think for astrologers to at least learn how to do. At least once. To get a sense of viscerally what's going on. Because the thing with technology now is that it detaches us from what the actual mechanics are of the solar system and the planets in relation to the earth. And for some reason, when you learn to cast a chart, you get more of a sense of, okay, the ascendant, for example, the rising sign, is the rising sign. Because that's what's actually rising on the Eastern horizon. So there's an example of that. That it's rooted to the physical world. With software, we can forget that sometimes and it just becomes a piece of paper in front of us. It's like, that's the glyph of Venus, but oh, there's a Venus in the sky as well. So that's a difference. But I think for time and for efficiency, you can't beat technology, for sure. Slade: No, definitely not. And I'm mostly just interested in, like if somebody can give me a list of what their planets are in and what houses everything's in, that's enough for me to work on. Dena: Yeah! Slade: I will say though, that I love the natal chart graphic - the cool geometric thing, and I think everybody's a little bit in love with that, right? There's a mystique about it. Dena: Yeah, certainly! The glyphs, the symbols, they're very beautiful. They're just aesthetically pleasing and it looks like something from the Renaissance, or it just has that kind of ancient feel and evokes that. So I do think there's the appeal of it. And I can, like you, if I just know somebody's birthday and they don't even have a time, I can look in ephemeris and say, 'Here's where all your planets were.' Maybe excepting the moon because it moves very fast but everything else I can pretty much know, that's where it was. Even with that I can get so much information. But having the visual of the chart works better for me. Just being able to see it laid out. Slade: That is so cool. I was very fascinated by that as a child. I had an aunt in the '70s who was friends with Jean Dickson. Dena: Oh wow! Slade: Do you remember her? Dena: Yeah, I do! Slade: She had - It's so funny when you were talking about your childhood experience of kind of going through the books in your parents' library. I used to go through HER books when I would visit. She lived in Florida. And when we would go down to visit, she had this library of '70s new age, feminist everything. And some of her books were astrology books that were autographed by Jean Dickson. And I always thought that was the most glamourous thing in the whole world, right? Dena: Very glamourous, for sure. She's probably one of THE most famous astrologers, at least from that era. She's a name that everybody knows. Slade: Right. And Linda Goodman's books. I remember those as well. So one of the things I'm really excited to talk to you about is kind of your niche of astrology, which is the connection between astrology and past lives. And also how the nodes play into that, and karmic patterns in the chart. I just would love to open up the floor and hear you talk about these relationships. Dena: You know, I'll start by saying, when I started practicing astrology, which was the late 1998, 1999, I really was doing the typical descriptive astrology. For example, your sun is in Aries. You are fiery, spontaneous, brash and bold. You know, something like that. That started to feel a little limiting to me. So I was searching... A few years into doing it, around 2002, 2001, 2002, I started to search for what more can I learn? I just felt this impulse that I needed to find a different approach, or another layer to my system. And so I went to an astrology conference here in the Northwest called NORWAC. It's the Northwest Astrology Conference. Steven Forrest was speaking there and he and Jeffrey Wolf Green are two astrologers that really founded this school of thought within astrology called Evolutionary Astrology. It's called 'evolutionary' because it is based on the premise that our souls do reincarnate and they move from lifetime to lifetime, learning lessons and evolving. The intention is evolution. And with that, the nodes, the south node represents the past life or karmic patterns, and north node represents what we are here to learn to become or to embrace. And the whole point of it is evolution. The whole point of it is growth and change. And it made so much more sense to me than the idea that we're just static. That we're born with this chart and that's just who we are for the rest of our lives. And the other main component, or the foundational belief in this type of astrology is the idea of free will. And that we make choices in our lifetimes that impact where we're going, the lessons we have to learn, and how we respond to those lessons with our free will really determines how we move along our path. How we move toward our Soul Purpose. So this all resonated with me. I had always believed in reincarnation. It's one of those beliefs that you can't really explain. It was a knowing. I just felt a knowing about it. I will say that, it's not that there isn't proof for reincarnation. There's a lot of good case studies out there and proof for reincarnation. But it is one of those things that people take on faith, and some people have a strong reaction one way or the other to that idea. But reincarnation is very much inherent in this niche of astrology that I practice. It's a foundational piece of it. That all being said, I went to study with Steven Forrest at his apprenticeship program. I did that for a few years and embraced this path within astrology, because it really resonated with what I already had felt and believed for most of my life. What it is that I think this kind of astrology offers that's a little different to some branches is the south node karmic patterns can point out: Here are the things in a past life that you experienced, and also that vexed you, or that upset you, or that's left unresolved at the time you left that life. And then when you came into this life as a soul, you carry some of that baggage with you. We call that 'karma', and that's a memory. An emotional memory of what went on. But we don't consciously remember that. So in this life, our work is to learn to release those old patterns and not to get stuck in repeating those karmic situations. But we're inclined to want to do so because we tend, as humans, to want to repeat what we've done before and what's comfortable. Even if it's painful. It can feel comfortable because it's familiar. So the north node points to, well what's the medicine for that? What can we do? That's where free will comes in. What can we do in THIS life to pull ourselves out of those old stuck patterns of the past? And the north node offers the medicine, the way, for us to move away from staying stuck and stagnant. So remember that the key point is growth. The key point is evolution. All of us, if we're born, we have karma. If we're born, we're also a living thing that needs to grow and evolve. If we stop doing that, if we stagnate on a soul level, we feel unfulfilled and bored and unhappy. So when clients come to me, what they're often looking for is, I'm kind of stuck. Or I'm in a place in my life where I'm trying to make a transition and I feel like I'm scared and I can't. What's blocking me? Or they're just, they have that general malaise. I just don't have the joy for life. I'm feeling like I'm not on my path but I can't really figure out what to do to get on it, or to get back to it. And so the nodes are very powerful to look at that and say, Okay, well here's what's in your way. Here's the karmic patterns of the past. Here is where you can get stuck very easily, repeating these patterns. And then here, the north node is what you're here to learn and to embrace. And the more you move TO that, even if it's scary, even if it feels challenging, which it will, the more you move toward that, the more you make choices in that direction, the more fulfillment and peace and joy for life you can gain back. So that's the overview with how I see it. Slade: So if I tell you what my north node is, can you tell me... Since I'm the one that's here talking to you, we'll use my chart as an example. Dena: Absolutely! Slade: I have a north node in Pisces. What can you tell me about that? Dena: Yes! Well I can speak to that because so do I! Slade: Oh, interesting! Dena: So let me just say about that too. The nodes go to a new sign about every year and a half. So you can know that if you're born within a close time frame to someone, that you very likely have the same nodes. They're are like these mini generations. 1.5 years of the same. And that pattern repeats every 18, 19 years. They will come back around to the same nodes. So yeah. So we have the same ones. I think we're both born in '69, right? Slade: Yes! July 23rd. Dena: Oh, gosh! Same month! Ohmygoodness. Slade: Wow. Dena: I'm July 8th. Slade: Okay. Dena: So I can speak to this pretty well. But just because we have the same nodes doesn't mean like I know everything about this, because I'm working with the same struggles, right? Slade: Okay. Dena: So if you have the north node in Pisces, that means you have the south node in Virgo. The nodes are always opposite signs to each other, always at 180 degrees. So once you know one, you can figure out the other. Let's start with the past-life karmic pattern for you. South node in Virgo is really attached in past lives to doing things perfectly because you may have had a job or a position which required you to have a certain level of perfection in what you did. For example, being a doctor. If you make a mistake being a doctor, something really disastrous could happen, right? Or even being an artist or a crafts person where you have to get all the details just right or else it's just a big mess. People aren't going to like it, right? There's this high level perfectionism that was instilled in you in a past life. The tendency with south node in Virgo is to beat yourself up for every mistake. That's the karmic baggage that comes in to this life with you is self-flagellation, tending to beat yourself up for every mistake, having higher standards for yourself than anyone else in your life. Resonating much? Slade: Yes. Dena: And Mercury is the planetary ruler here. So Mercury rules Virgo and Mercury is a planet of mind. So your intellectual abilities in this past life were over the top. Like you probably had great powers of analysis and the ability to understand what's wrong in every situation and know how to fix it, right? And so you bring that into this life. In a way there are some gifts there too. It's not that the south node is entirely negative. We bring in past life gifts. Like, okay, you come in with those intellectual skills. You come in with that ability to do things almost perfectly. You come in with that ability to analyze and fix situations. But if you stay there, if you stay there in this life, if you keep doing that and really go into that south node territory, you will feel anxiety and you will feel unfulfilled and you will feel like I'm never getting into where I want to be, because I can't be perfect, right? Slade: Mmm... Dena: None of us can be. So the fear with south node in Virgo and north node in Pisces is letting go of control. This is where we're starting to move toward Pisces because Pisces, north node in Pisces says, Well the medicine is to move toward the Pisces territory. So letting go of control. Allowing yourself to make mistakes and have compassion for those mistakes. And trusting in something beyond yourself. Having faith that there are powers greater than we that are taking care of things. And that we don't have to take care of it all. We don't have to micromanage every aspect of our lives. So speaking as a co-person with this set-up, I can say, this has guided me immensely in my life knowing this. Because, and for you, you can speak to this as well. I'd love to hear what you have to say about it. But just knowing that I'm here to develop compassion for myself and that I'm here learning to let more things go. I've been listening to your podcast, right? I've heard you speak about allowing yourself to make B+s, instead of... Slade: Yes! Dena: Like, Perfect! You're right on track! That's what I'm talking about. Slade: Yeaaaaah. Dena: It's a need for self-acceptance in a radical way. Like, not just 'Oh, I accept myself.' We can all say that from a head place. But the PRACTICE, the spiritual practice of self-compassion, self-acceptance and actually being able to spot when you are holding yourself up to that too-high standard, and then saying, Ok, I've gotta let that go. I've just gotta let that go. Slade: I have to give you some feedback around this because of course, my mentoring clients know how much I stress how important it is to get feedback from outside your own head about your readings. And so I just want everyone also listening to know how incredibly accurate that is for me, just from that one little thing I told you - my north node in Pisces. You were able to really nail a lot of the issues that I have. Perfectionism in particular with writing is a constant... like you said, it's both a gift and a curse. I have much higher standards for myself than I do for other people. The thing that was so liberating about blogging 13 years ago or whenever it was when I first started doing it was, it relaxed the expectation for writing. Dena: Yes. Slade: So much. It made it so accessible and it made the feedback immediate. And it allowed me to really grow as a writer, because instead of going off and, like you said, beating myself up and questioning myself and being alone in my own head bubble, you know, tearing myself to pieces and having this wizardly war with my own ego. And, you know, it's a hard creative process to live inside that. And so, one of the things that's so interesting about why I feel like Shift Your Spirits is so successful, out of all the other kinds of projects that I've written, is because it had such a low expectation going in. And that's not to say that I don't put myself into it. I just have a real relaxed attitude about it, that I don't about some other kinds of writing. I was like, 'Oh, it's a blog.' Dena: Yeah. Slade: And it's so funny because that blogging allowed me to build an audience, to write for people, to have a lot of iterations. So, eh, this week's kinda sucked. Next week's might be amazing. And you start to notice these patterns as a perfectionist. The things that people respond to the most are not necessarily the things that you put the most effort into or the ones that are your favourites. Sometimes, for example, the Money Shift is the best-selling piece of writing that I've ever put out into the world and I did it in three days. And it was just merely a 'oh, I just need to put this message out'. I'm repeating myself here in my readings. Let's just put it in a little tutorial. Dena: Right. Slade: And there's something about that lack of having high expectations that is extremely freeing and, you know, I stress this for other writers as well: Put out a lot of work. Blogs and social media allow us to really develop our voice and to test what people are responding to. At some point, when you have an audience, the biggest liberation of all is having you guys to talk to. And to write for. Dena: Right.. Slade: I'm just feeding you guys your toast and scrambled eggs every day. Dena: Yeah! Slade: There's something that feels liberating also as a perfectionist to be able to step back and to serve people. Dena: Yes. Slade: Which I think maybe getting to some of that Pisces energy that you're talking about. Not only turning it over to a higher power, but also realizing I am participating not just from my ego but I'm participating on behalf of these thousands of people who want me to do it. And so, it's a sense of duty and a sense of something bigger than me that I am both pulling from and also displaying to. Dena: Yeah. Slade: It's really cool. Interestingly, my mom has the same north node and I do run across people here and there that share that and, interesting synchronicity there, it would be you of all people! Dena: I know! Slade: That is an example of the kind of thing that people would get if they contact you for a session, right? Dena: That's true. And yes, you can get such an amazing amount of information just from knowing the nodes. Just like you said at the beginning, we were talking about knowing sun moon rising sign, we were talking earlier about that. That is a foundational piece - sun moon and rising sign. You can get so much information just from those three pieces. And then same with the nodes. If I know just THAT, I tell that to people and they're like, 'Ohmygod, you just spelled out my whole life.' Slade: Yes! Dena: So it's such a powerful tool. It's not a substitute for getting a full reading. And I want to say that because, looking at the chart wholistically will always give you the most depth of analysis and the most understanding. But having this piece as guidance is huge. So something I ... yeah, go ahead. Slade: I was just gonna say, I know that probably a lot of people listening DO know a lot about their chart. They have had their chart done and stuff. So one of the reasons why I really like what you you just did for me for example is, you went in and focused on and embellished a very specific area. So it actually refreshes my excitement in my chart and knowing that, 'Ohhh! There's all these little things that I can still deep dive into, that maybe I feel a little blasé about my chart. Now I'm like, 'Ooo wow!' It does kind of rekindle an interest to have something that is connected to Purpose. Because, like yourself, that is a question that a lot of my clients come with as well. Dena: Yes! And I think you feel excited because it's empowering. This kind of information is empowering. That's one thing I aim to do with the kind of readings that I do is to empower people with the tools to make good decisions for themselves and to take the reigns of their own life and to make their free will choices. That's what this information provides you with. It's like, 'Okay, I know I can move toward Pisces. I know sometimes it's going to be hard. Sometimes I'm going to resist it and want to stay stuck in the Virgo territory. The shadow Virgo. But I can choose differently. Slade: How does that manifest for you personally? Like, where does this Pisces/Virgo duality kind of play out in your world, and how do you combat that, or, you know, heal that? Dena: Well the first thing that comes to mind is writing, for sure. I'm a writer. I've done a blog for a lot of years. Astrology, I wrote some astrology articles for the Mountain Astrologer. I also began writing fiction. I've taken a few stabs at it and "failed" attempts of novels over the last dozen, 15 years. Recently, I finally finished a first draft of a novel. And what I had to do during the process of that, and to get through it and to actually get it done and put it into, actually get it to the place where I could pitch it at a writers' conference recently, which I did, was to constantly be talking to that Virgo part of myself by embodying the Pisces. And say, 'I hear you, inner critic. I hear that this isn't perfect. I hear that it sucks. All those voices.' I had to label that south node Virgo voice. Similar to how people use the inner critic, right? That 'Okay, you're the inner critic. I hear you. Go sit in the corner because I'm going to keep writing this book.' Every day. It was... I have to tell you, it was a bit of a fight. A lot of parts of it were very intense and very challenging. But I brought in the Pisces consciously and said, 'Okay, it's all good. You're doing great. No matter what you do, at least you're doing it. And what matters is that you like it.' And what matters is that YOU have fun with it. And that's a very Piscean kind of like, 'Hey, no big deal. Go with the flow.' It's THAT attitude. Slade: Mmm... I call this... It's so funny because I call that angel and devil the Flow Drafting Voice and the Editor. Dena: Yeah! Slade: And the Flow Drafting Voice is the same channel that my intuition rides alongside and so, when you are in a first-draft mode, you don't need to be, you don't need the Editor. It's like, You come back later. On a re-write. You come back when we start to take it apart and do re-writes and edits and polishing and all that. You've got plenty of work to do so sit down and shut up. Right now we're just flowing. We're just being a hippie chick here. Dena: Exactly. Slade: That's kind of how I see that Pisces flow voice as being this kind of bare-foot, flowers in her hair, creative type of energy, you know? Dena: Yeah! Slade: Gosh, we have a lot in common! Wow. Dena: Yeah. Well it's probably because we're born in the same month. Slade: That is so interesting! You know what? I don't meet a lot of people born... like, I rarely meet July Leos at all. Because there's just not a lot of us. There's just that one little week. And then I don't meet a lot of people born the same year. I've heard that we are one of the smallest populations that's alive right now. Yeah. The Gen-X population is REALLY small compared to the Boomers and then the ones that came after. We are greatly outnumbered. Dena: Yes. Yes. I would agree. I feel that. And I know something about that little mini-tribe of 1969 people that... There was quite a lot going on with the planets that summer. They were all lining up. You know where that little traffic jam of planets is in your chart, I'm sure. And it's right on the south node. So I'll speak to that real briefly here and say that in your chart, in an individual's chart, I'm just speaking generally, those nodes can be interacting with any combination of planets. It could be that the south node is conjunct, meaning it's right on other planets in your chart, Jupiter, Pluto, what have you. And so that will also add layers to the interpretation that I would do in an individual reading, to look at what is aspecting the nodes, what planets are conjunct, or square, mostly in hard aspects to the nodes is what I tend to look at. So that gives information to the story here. And I do draw a past life story. You know, I tell a story. Now it's not a literal past life reading and that's something that I want to make clear. I don't actually see if you were Benjamin Franklin in a past life. Slade: Right. Dena: That's not what this is. It is more about general themes. But I do weave it into a story because story telling is what I like to do. And it's a mode that works for people to try to understand something. So I'll say, I'll give that caveat to somebody and, okay, I'm going to tell you a story and it's not a literal story but it encapsulates an emotional truth or an emotional dynamic of what happened to you in a past life. That's how I approach reading that and then bringing in the other planets, that is to say, to inform the south node. Slade: Okay. So for someone maybe like myself, who does work with astrology a little bit, you have a mentorship program where you work with people taking astrology to the next level. Is that something that you do with more professional-type mindset? Tell me about the mentorship program. Dena: Yes! My mentorship program is to work one-on-one with those who want to learn more about astrolgoy. It could be even a beginner that really just wants to use it for their own edification, for their own purposes. Most of the clients that I work with are either astrologers or somebody about, on the verge to become a professional astrologer, and they're just a little hesitant about taking that leap, you know? They don't feel quite like they have all the... There are some missing pieces in what they know, or there's some insecurity there. And then there are also counsellors, therapists, psychologists. People who want to use this as part of their profession. And I've had a couple of those clients. And that's been really rewarding for me to work with those people. So I teach the basics but that's not what I really teach in the mentorship program. I'm more focused on, 'Let's go in to what do you feel are your missing pieces?' 'Where do you feel there are gaps in your knowledge?' And let's go into those. And then I also speak to things like, how to become a professional astrologer. What's the business end of it? What do I know from my experience about how to do this in a way that's going to be successful and in a way that is ethical. So we talk about the things that will help them to make it a business, if that's what they wish to do with it. Slade: I'm really excited about this because in my professional intuitive mentoring, I touch on astrology just in a very brief way. And like I said, I do tend to work with what I call, sort of, elemental astrology, which is the sacred elements, earth, air, fire, water, and I kind of speak symbolically to those dynamics. The people are often asking me about going deeper into the astrology component itself, and I always say to them, 'You know what? It needs it's own course.' I can't just kind of shoehorn that into a chapter or something. It's not gonna happen. Dena: Right. Slade: So I'm really excited to hear about what you do in that mentorship program, because it sounds like a lot of people listening right now are gonna be excited about it. I know you make ME want to be an astrologer now. I'm like, I could do this! Dena: You could do it! You probably have a lot more experience than you give yourself credit for. If you've been doing it since you were a kid, I'm sure it's probably really in your bones. Slade: Well I have a hard not using it. I have a hard time not speaking... I mean, in my family, if you're dating someone, you just say things like, 'Well he has a moon in cancer.' And you go, 'Ahh!' It's like, five pages of information just went running through their head. Dena: Totally, yeah. Slade: So we do have a tendency to use it, almost like a Jungian kind of psychoanalytical vocabulary, if you wanna be kind of high brow about it, which I do think that one of the attractions to me with astrology is it allows me to use that archetypal language that you also find in the tarot and that kind of thing. Dena: Yes. Slade: So I do play with that language a lot. I was considering no longer asking for birth data when I do my intuitive readings, because sometimes so many people don't know it, and they get stressed that somehow it's going to impact their reading. And I kind of backed away from that. But this kind of makes me want to leave it in a little bit. Dena: Oh yeah! Slade: Yeah. Because it's... you're making me really aware of how much I do love astrology and have always been interested in the nodes, because I have to tell you just really quickly, my mom... Sometimes I get a chart done for my birthday. And I think when I was about 15 years old, my mom had discovered this woman named Barbara Alexander, if she's still out there. And she was really excited to take me to Barbara, because Barbara was also a clinical psychotherapist. She had degrees and had a practice as a psychotherapist. When you would go to her office, it was very academic and official. It looked like what you would imagine a psychologist office would look like. She recorded the session, which was something I hadn't had happen before. She talked to me about the north node in Pisces and was the first person to put that in mind, that the north node was about, kind of, Purpose. And she also told me that my writing career would take off in my mid-to-late 30s, which was absolutely true. Dena: That's on! Yeah. Slade: I don't know if that's the same for you as well, if it worked out to be that same time period. Anyway, I'm curious to know, what do you hope to contribute to the greater conversation about astrology? What would you kind of like your legacy to be around this subject? Dena: I guess one of the big things I like to bust out there about misconceptions of astrology is that it's not fortune-telling. It's not future prediction, and some people do use it that way. What I want to contribute is the idea that astrology is a powerful tool for self-development, for self-understanding, and then also to give you the ability to choose what you do in your life, because you become more conscious of yourself and your patterns through this kind of awareness of the charts. Through evolutionary astrology. I'm not saying that evolutionary is the only path. There are so many different kinds of astrology and so many different branches. You'll know if you just go on the internet. What I really want to impart is a more empowered free will focused way of using astrology and that's what I hope to contribute. Slade: You have a free e-book people can download called Your Karmic Past and Your Life Purpose. Tell us about that. Dena: Yes. So if you go to my website, up in the upper right hand corner you'll see a little box that says exactly that. If you subscribe, you get a free gift: Your Karmic Past and Your Life Purpose. Within that, there is a table where you can look up your birth date and you'll be able to find your nodes sign. Just by looking up your birthday. So it really breaks it down very easily. I give some introductory information about the nodes, what they mean, what is karma... I go more deeply into that topic. And then for each sign of the north node south node combination, I lay out what is the karmic pattern, what are the big fears that block you, what is your growing edge, meaning what are you here to learn. And then I also give some affirmations. So for example, for Pisces north node, the affirmations are, I accept myself exactly as I am. That one sounds a little Stuart Smalley. But that's okay. And I trust that I am taken care of within the greater order of things. Another one is, I go with the flow of life. So that's an example of affirmations that can help that particular node combination. North node Pisces, south node Virgo. And then I, at the end of that document, you'll find frequently asked questions about the nodes. What about past lives? Does it mean... Can you see if I'm Benjamin Franklin in a past life? That kind of information. And then finally, in that document, there are resources for further reading, if you want to read about really good books about reincarnation and evolutionary astrology listed there. So yeah! You can find that at my website. Slade: Oh gosh. That's a great resources. Tell us where we can go to find you online. Dena: So I'm at www.denadecastro.com/ and I'm also on Facebook now. I just started back there after nine years away. And actually, Slade, you are part of the reason that I came back to Facebook. Slade: Yay! Dena: I really wanted to be part of your group. There are a couple of other groups too that I've just really wanted to participate in and I want to start a couple of groups there. So my Facebook is Dena DeCastro Astrology and you can find me that way too. Slade: Excellent. We'll put all those links in the show notes for everyone. And for those who joined the Shift Your Spirits community, they will be able to go online and ask you questions, and we'll have a post featuring this interview so you can interact and everyone can tag you and talk to you more about this subject. Dena, I am so excited to meet you. This was such a great conversation. Thank you so much for coming on the show. Dena: Thank you, Slade, for having me. It was great.

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