Podcast appearances and mentions of lauren ritchie

Maria Carmen is a UK- and Romania-based milliner dedicated to her craft since 2020. She founded The Association of Romanian Hat Makers & Milliners inspired to recognise the local craftmanship. She won 2nd Place in Hattember 2024 for her piece“United”. Listen to the episode and see photos at: millinery.info/2025/04/maria-carmen/ Apologies for the double upload - there was a technical issue with the original file that was unable to be resolved on some platforms Thank you to our Patreon podcast sponsors Jennifer Hoertz Millinery www.jenniferhoertz.com/ Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ The Millinery Retreat School of Millinery themillineryretreat.com/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Kathryn Lee is the winner of the 2024 Lillian Frank AM MBE Millinery Award, hosted by the Victoria Racing Club at Flemington Racecourse. This achievement marks a full-circle moment, as she began her career in hairdressing under the guidance of the legendary Lillian Frank. Listen to the episode and see photos of Kathyrn's work at: https://millinery.info/2025/02/kathryn-lee/ Thank you to our Patreon podcast sponsors Jennifer Hoertz Millinery https://www.jenniferhoertz.com/ Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ The Millinery Retreat School of Millinery https://themillineryretreat.com/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Cassie MacGregor, is the founder of House of MacGregor, she creates bespoke hats in Dallas' Bishop Arts District. A milliner since 2002, she began her career with training at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City, she spent time working in the city then in 2008 moved to Texas. Alongside running her business she is currently President of the Milliners Guild USA. Listen to the episode and see photos of Cassie's work at: https://millinery.info/2025/01/cassie-macgregor-house-of-macgregor-millinery/ Thank you to our Patreon podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ The Millinery Retreat School of Millinery https://themillineryretreat.com/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Saar Snoek, a Netherlands-based milliner and felt textile artist, is renowned for her innovative and sustainable designs. Educated at the Royal Academy of Art, she won the Milliners Guild competition using a surprising finish on the surface of the piece. Listen to the episode and see photos of Saar's work at: millinery.info/2024/11/saar-snoek Thank you to our Patreon podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Kenny Bobien, Dale Ciceron & Psalm Of Praise Choir, Tony Vee - Nobody Knows (TVee's Glory Groove Mix)Shonda English - There Wouldn't Be A MeTokyo Joe Orchestra, Angel-A - I Release You (Vocal Mix)Stimulator Jones - I Would Have To Be A Fool (Original Mix)Calibro 35 - Lunedì Cinema feat. Marco CastelloMagic Number, Kaidi Tatham - Better (Kaidi Tatham Remix)Sunlightsquare Feat. Omar - Dance With You (Jonny Montana Remix)Master Mello, Earl W. Green - Grateful (Mell-o-riginal Tweak)Ruben Vidal, Rick Galactik - Trying for love (Original Mix)Deep Roger, Lifford, Rightside - Forbidden Love (Rightside Remix)Aaron Smith, Lauren Ritchie, Ezel - I Love You (Ezel Extended Mix)Dan The Drum, Ronnie Turner, Emma Noble - JazzCazz (Vocal) ft. Emma NobleNéstor Álvarez - Kinky Afro CubanOpaz - To Be Loved (Rare Groove Mix)Shonda English - Feels GoodDerwin Daniels - Catch Me When I'm Falling (feat. La Donna Wells)Kelly Finnigan - Prove My LoveAlanna Royale - Can We Go Back? (One-Take)Reason Why - Step Inside My WorldPete Warner - I Just Want To Spend My Life With YouNew World - We're Gonna Make ItThe Soul Interiors - The Inside GuysHerb Ward - Strange ChangeRhetta Hughes - You're Doing It With HerErma Franklin & Lavern Baker - I'm The One To Do ItGil Scott-Heron & Brian Jackson - We Almost Lost Detroit

Tune in to the latest episode of the Acrobatic Arts podcast featuring the incredible Lauren Ritchie, a renowned mental skills educator and dance expert.Lauren shares her journey from competitive dancer to mental performance specialist, offering invaluable insights on building resilience, confidence, and sustainable success in the world of dance and acrobatics. With her wealth of experience in creating international teacher training programs and pioneering "The Dance Podcast," Lauren discusses essential mental skills techniques for dancers, teachers, and studio owners.Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most respected voices on the intersection of performance, well-being, and mindfulness in dance and acrobatics. About Lauren Ritchie Lauren Ritchie (MEd, BA, ESFCC) is an established mental skills educator, dance teacher, and choreographer. Her areas of interest and expertise include sports and performance mental training, as well as the intersection of well-being and mindfulness. Her work has led to the creation of international teacher training programs, dance and sport conventions, the pioneering show The Dance Podcast, and mental performance-based curriculums for dancers, athletes, and coaches. Lauren's proficiency in performance preparation and enhancement has led to supporting youth and professionals in dance, theatre, hockey, music, gymnastics, volleyball, and soccer. Lauren has been a featured speaker for the Women In Sport Speaker Series, the Female Sport Summit, Alberta Dance Alliance, Dance Studio Owners Association, House of Jazz (London), and the Toronto Dance Teacher Expo. She has delivered workshops to prestigious schools and programs like Harbour Dance Centre, the Alberta Ballet School, the Dancer Transition Resource Centre, Capilano University, the University of Calgary, and The Bridge Movement. Follow Lauren on IG: @lauren_m_ritchie Website: https://withlauren.ca/ If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com

Bronwyn Shooks returns to the podcast to share with us about her 2024 Millinery Australia Design Award-winning piece ‘A Galaxy of Wisdom'. Brownyn is a theatrical millinery based in Sydney that has created pieces for musicals including Hamilton both the Australian and international tour, Mary Poppins & Juliet, Gaslight for Queensland Theatre Company just to name a few. See the full article at millinery.info/2024/09/bronwyn-shooks-episode-2-millinery-australia-winner/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Josemieke Crebolder is the winner of the 2024 Nederlandse Hoeden Vereniging (Dutch Hat Association) competition. She lives and works in Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. Her journey into the world of hat-making is a testament to her passion for creativity and her ability to blend traditional techniques with innovative designs. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2024/08/josemieke-crebolder/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Monika Neuhauser is a milliner based in Pirongia, New Zealand, where she creates bespoke millinery pieces. Monika discovered her passion for millinery in late 2006 when a friend invited her to attend a local race day. She attended the Wagga Millinery Convention, where she met her mentor and friend, Waltraud Reiner. Her clients have won prestigious best-dressed awards, including winning best dressed at the 2023 VRC Melbourne Cup Fashions on the Field Competition and the Dubai World Cup. Monika offers her customers a quality experience with color matching and styling support to perfectly accessorize their outfits. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2024/07/monika-neuhauser/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Irene van Vugt is a renowned Dutch hat and bag designer known for her meticulous 3D design work. After graduating from the School of the Arts in Utrecht in 1995, she has enjoyed a successful career as an independent designer. Her signature style combines historical influences with a modern edge, and her dedication to material research and technique development ensures a finely detailed finish in every piece. Irene's expertise is recognized in The Hat Magazine, where she contributes to research and testing, sharing insights on new materials. She also teaches at local art schools and offers vocational training in hat making from her studio in Utrecht. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2024/06/irene-van-vugt-ivv-hats-bags/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Anne Tomlin, an accomplished artisan from Hassocks, England, graduated in Textiles from West Surrey College of Arts and delved into Millinery at The London College of Fashion. After creating a business that served retailers in UK, USA, and Japan, she now focuses on crafting bespoke flowers, blending traditional techniques with innovative methods Anne has recently shared her skills by writing and pubsihed a book titled "Making Silk Flowers".  The book includes clear step-by-step sequences with details of how to create beautiful from a range of silk and millinery fabrics. Delve into Anne's world of floral artistry through her website: https://www.annetomlin.com/product/making-silk-flowers/ See images of Anne's work at https://millinery.info/2024/05/anne-tomlin/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

What does it take to stand out as a podcaster anyways? Is the craze for this new medium truly justified for the world of dance? Like in every other sector, the field of dance-related podcasts is now beyond saturated. Yet, that didn't discourage me from starting a show, completing a full season and then embarking on a whole new one right after! It starts with your message and the value it brings to listeners who are looking to learn something from you which they cannot do elsewhere - which I did through one of the first podcasts I ever listened to, The Dance Podcast.Lauren Ritchie is the host and one of the earliest pioneers of dance podcasting, starting as far back as 2016. After a highly competitive career as a dancer, having trained in ballet, jazz, tap and lyrical styles, she transitioned into a coach, educator, writer and adjudicator for part two of her glittering career. Recognizing the lack of mental skills training in dance, Lauren created programs dedicated to educating and empowering dancers' mental health as well as fitness to optimize their training, subsequently transforming her experiences into 5 seasons totaling 160 episodes on her podcast. Continuing a brand new season and month of Dance Media, this episode explores the role of podcasts as performing arts media and what it takes to excel as a dance podcaster. Ready to discover the podcaster within you? Join us as we foreground dance in the background!The Dance PodcastLauren RitchieBest dance podcasts in 2024The Benefits Of Dance Education Podcasts For EntrepreneursWhy podcasting is crucial for danceSoundtracks: Birds - Tyler Twombly Poison Ivy Yard Work - Uncle MilkDouble Overhead - ItsWatREmbrace - ItsWatR Support the showLike our offers? Try Nord VPN Subscribe to Mental Skills Training Subscribe to Teacher Workshops Like what we do? Help us grow by Visiting The Background Dancer YouTube Channel Rate and review here Email me at backgrounddancer.jy@gmail.com Answer a survey Sign up here to receive future updates Leave a thought on Facebook and Instagram Join the Facebook group and introduce yourself as a member of our community

Natalie Taylor is the milliner and designer behind the brand N.A.T Millinery, based in Cairns, Tropical Far North Queensland. Her creation "Leto" was awarded 1st Runner Up in the Lillian Frank AM MBE Millinery Award in 2023. Inspired by Leto, the Greek Goddess of Motherhood, the design celebrates Natalie's journey of motherhood with her daughter Charli. See full article at https://millinery.info/2024/03/n-a-t-millinery-with-natalie-taylor/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Penelope Gervaise is a Designer, Milliner and Teacher based in Sydney. She is a passionate teacher and for the last 7 years Penelope has taught Millinery and Design at The Design Centre Enmore and has recently being part of the inaugural Sydney Wearable Art Team See the full article at millinery.info/2024/02/penelope-gervaise/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Cristina de Prada, an acclaimed couture milliner based in Barcelona, is renowned for her exceptional talent and creativity in the world of hat design. As the founder of the Barcelona Hat Stroll, she has played a pivotal role in promoting the artistry and craftsmanship of millinery. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2024/01/cristina-de-prada/ For more information about the Barcelona Hat Stroll, visit www.ambbarret.com To discover more about Barcelona Hat Days and secure your booking, visit barcelonahatdays.com Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Cynthia Jones-Bryson returns to the podcast to share her recent winning piece for the Lillian Frank AM MBE Millinery Award. This is the third time Cynthia has won this prestigious award. Cynthia works from her studio which is where she created the piece “Sway” with a recycled plastic material and dyed the material to create the handmade silk flowers for this award-winning design. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2023/12/cynthia-bryson-jones-ep2/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info Photographer of profile picture Richard Shaw

Denise Innes-Spencer is a milliner and teacher based in Liverpool.  She founded The British School of Millinery in 1996.  In 2017 Denise wrote and published her first book which focuses on skill development for bridal headdresses with detailed, illustrated instructions that explore wires, knitted wires, beads and diamantes. She is a regular contributor to The Hat Magazine sharing techniques across a range of materials.  Hear more in the latest podcast. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2023/11/denise-innes-spencer/ You can purchase Denise's book Tiara Headdresses at  https://www.thebritishschoolofmillinery.com/product-page/tiara-headdresses-by-denise-innes-spencer Pick up the latest copy of The Hat Magazine or read it online at https://www.thehatmagazine.com/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Andrea Cainero is the designer and milliner behind the label Somewhere Here.  In 2023 she won the Millinery Australia Design Award with her piece Sweet Fontange which drew on her design and technical skills from across her career so far. A graduate of East Sydney Tech she has had her fashion label, being costume designer for Empire of the Sun and is currently head of school at the Fashion Design Studio TAFE NSW along side running her millinery label. See the full article and images at https://millinery.info/2023/09/somewhere-here-with-andrea-cainero/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Rodney Gordon has a long-standing career in millinery creating hats, headpieces and masks for theatre and Broadway. He attended the University of Texas at Austin's Theatre and Dance program in the College of Fine Arts, graduating with a BFA in 1975. He apprenticed with the Santa Fe Opera, Houston Grand Opera and San Francisco Opera, and, with the help of his uncle Edward Haynes, went to work with the Metropolitan Opera Company in New York. He has gone to have credits that include Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, A Chorus Line, The Lion King and Anything Goes just to name a few. See the full article and images at https://millinery.info/2023/08/rodney-gordon/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Nicholette Pottier is a milliner based in Newton in Sydney Australia. In 2023 she won MIMC (Melbourne International Millinery Competition) with her piece “Prismatic”. See the full article and images at https://millinery.info/2023/07/nicholette-pottier/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Janet Linville began her millinery career in 1979, when she started working on the Casino shows in Atlantic City. From there she went on to work for Woody Shelp, The Santa Fe Opera and in 1997 took on the role of milliner at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. See the full article and images at https://millinery.info/2023/06/janet-linville Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Serena Lindeman is a milliner based in the iconic Nicholas Building in Melbourne. She has forged her place as a key leader in the Australian millinery industry through her millinery work and role as a millinery educator at Kangan Institute. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2023/05/serena-lindeman/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

Misa Harada is a London Based milliner who retails in 100 stores across 15 countries. She established her label in 1998 and works with her small team in their London Studio. In 2023 Misa Harada was invited to design the pin for Wear a Hat Day in support of Brain Tumour Research. Hear more about the label in this Millinery.Info podcast with Misa. See the full article at https://millinery.info/2023/04/misa-harada/ Thank you to our podcast sponsors Hat Blocks Australia https://www.hatblocksaustralia.com.au/ Judith M Millinery Supply House www.judithm.com/ B Unique Millinery www.buniquemillinery.com/ House of Adorn www.houseofadorn.com/ Hatters Millinery Supplies www.hattersmillinerysupplies.com.au/ Lifted Millinery www.liftedmillinery.com/ Hat Academy www.hatacademy.com Hats by Leko www.hatsupply.com/ Hat Mags www.hatmags.com/ Louise Macdonald Milliner www.millinery.com.au/ Millinery Australia www.millineryaustralia.org/ Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/millineryinfo This podcast is hosted and produced by Lauren Ritchie for Millinery.Info

How do we improve our confidence? As teachers and as dancers, building our confidence is a big topic, and there's a lot to it. I chose to tackle this big topic with a fellow mental performance expert by my side. My guest today is a fellow mental performance expert who is also a dance expert, Lauren Ritchie.  In this episode, we discuss how fake it ‘til you make it is a life hack that neither one of us are a big fan of, we bust multiple confidence myths for dancers and dance educators, and we share those concrete tips that you can use for your own confidence or to support your dancers. Enjoy the episode!   Resources: Episode Website: https://chelseapierotti.com/99 Lauren's website: https://withlauren.ca/ Join the Relevé Membership here: www.chelseapierotti.com/membership Submit a question to be answered on the show: www.speakpipe.com/passionfordance Join my email list here: www.chelseapierotti.com/email    

Ukraine's solar roof initiative, plus the HBCU Green Fund.  Bahamian Climate Champion, Lauren Ritchie, and the Ukrainian Climate Network.

Lauren Ritchie is an established Mental Skills educator, facilitator, and keynote speaker. From her MEd in Coaching Studies to a BA in Professional Communications, to multipleYoga certifications and an accredited Art & Science of Coaching Certification, Lauren hasa unique blend of education and resources that offer a holistic training approach.Her areas of interest and expertise include sport and performance mental training and theintersection of well-being and mindfulness. Her work in managing stress andenhancing performance has led to supporting youth in dance, hockey, musical theatre,gymnastics, and other industries.Prioritizing the profound power and importance of an Educator, Lauren has createdTeacher and Coach Training programs to support mental skills and optimize leadershipand learning.Episode Summary -As an artist, it becomes challenging to balance the mindset and skillset because of thecompetition, which leads to self-doubt.In this episode, Lauren talks about the need to know your purpose and be mindful aboutwhom you are listening to.“Engagement comes from the willingness to connect and share.”Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:[02:49] Lauren shares her story of how she became a Mental Skills Educator.[06:05] Lauren talks about the mindset vs. skillset struggles dancers go through.[11:22] Lauren talks about her greatest accomplishments.[15:57] Lauren shares her strategies on how she navigates the business and artistic side.[17:14] Lauren talks about how she navigated her business with the changes during thepandemic.[23:18] Lauren talks about the challenges she has been going through because of thepandemic.[27:08] Lauren shares some of her strategies on how she engages with her audience.[30:05] What does working from a happy place mean to Lauren.[31:03] Lauren's advice to young dancers starting their careers.How to Connect with Lauren Ritchie:Website -  https://withlauren.ca/Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/lauren_m_ritchie/About the Host -Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and PodcasterShe has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Havingbuilt three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make betterdecisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillarsof Success" system.Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams intoreality. Over the last 20 years, she has been expertly building her speaking and consultingbusiness, Step Into Success. How to Connect with Belinda:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stepintosuccessLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworthInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/stepintosuccess/Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com

Murray Jones from 4CA speaks with Lauren Ritchie from RACQ about techology targetting mobile phones and driving on Queensland roads

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Today: closing arguments in the Derek Chauvin trial begin; Proud Boys Biggs and Nordean have their bail revoked in the insurrection prosecution; former guy lackey Michael Ellis steps down as Head Legal Counsel for the NSA; the Supreme Court refuses to hear the Republican challenge to the PA ballot deadline; Dr. Fauci says gun violence is a public health emergency; plus Dana and AG go over the Hot Notes and your Good News. Our Guest: Lauren Ritchie Former Florida Sentinel Columnist Follow AG and Dana on Stereo: stereo.com/allisongill stereo.com/dgcomedy Have some good news, a confession, a correction, or a case for Beans Court? https://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Want to support the show and get it ad-free and early? https://dailybeans.supercast.tech/ Or https://patreon.com/thedailybeans Promo Codes Get your Classic Full Zip Hoodie at american-giant.com today and use promo code DAILYBEANS for 15% off your first order.  The average person saves $720 per year with Truebill. Get started today at Truebill.com/BEANS Special offer for DAILYBEANS listeners, get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/DAILYBEAN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren Ritchie grew up as a highly competitive dancer with big dreams to make it professionally. The reality of the difficulties that come with making  that transition and the challenges Lauren faced herself led her on the journey to become a mental skills coach. In researching and educating herself she realized that there was a lack of these skills being taught to young dancers. Lauren now facilitates and speaks at a number of workshops and studios throughout Canada. Her goal is to guide dancers to overcome their mental barriers and break through to a new personal level of excellence. Lauren also hosts The Dance Podcast which has some incredible guests with the most inspirational stories. Make sure you head over to thedancepodcast.com to check it out. My Diva Squad The WORLD'S best rolling dance bags, dance suitcase, and dance luggage system ever developed.

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Welcome back and thank you for joining us for season two here on, Anyone Can Move! So... Let your heart and mind not be troubled! You'll feel confident moving forward after you listen to this discussion episode with the amazing Lauren Ritchie. Keep up the great MOVES! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/any-one-can-move/message

Are you distracted throughout your day?I want to introduce you to Lauren. She is a Certified High Performance Coach, Career Success Coach, wife and mother of two. She helps women to reach heightened and sustained levels of success and performance in their personal and professional lives. The high performance coaching framework is science-backed and has been used & validated by some of the most successful people in the world. This episode is for you if you're looking to become more focused, influential and productive in 2021.Tune in to learn how you can overcome distractions and keep your energy levels higher.You can find Lauren HERE!Also, If you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I'm adding a bunch of great stuff that you won't want to miss! SUBSCRIBE NOW! Have you downloaded your FREE Tidy Checklist? Click HERE!

We’re at our final episode for the 4th season of Internal Comms Pro: The Podcast. This week, we wrap up our conversation with Lauren Ritchie, Manager of Internal and External Communications at RACQ. Tune in as we uncover the one blindspot she found for internal communicators and how to empower your team through 2 different storytelling frameworks.

Let's face it: the subject of guy/girl friendships in the church is awkward at best. Whether it's purity culture or just the different experiences we bring to the table as men and women, friendships between the opposite sex can definitely be tricky. Even worse, the Bible doesn't explicitly provide guidance on the issue. So what's a guy/gal to do? Kyle and his good friend Lauren unpack a bunch of the issues surrounding this topic, as well as speak to the goodness and importance of male/female friendships for Christians. Grab your earbuds and listen in!

We’re at the last two episodes for our 4th season of Internal Comms Pro: The Podcast. This week, we talked with Lauren Ritchie, Manager of Internal & External Communications at RACQ. Tune in as Lauren shares how to successfully facilitate a white board session with your team to declutter your comms channel strategy.

Today I spoke to Lauren Ritchie, from the RACQ, about driver distraction and the new mobile detection camera on the Kennedy Highway near Kuranda.  

It has been another incredible season! In this episode, Lauren shares the words she needs to hear, a takeaway from 2020, and true facts about rest, recovery, high performance and pivots.    Lauren Ritchie Mental Performance and Mindset Educator, MEd, BA, ESFCC.   As a human, you can train three things: your mind, your body, and your craft. Lauren Ritchie has been studying, researching, and educating dancers and teachers on the physical, emotional and mental intricacies of dance. Recognizing the lack of mental skills training in dance, Lauren has created programs and exercises dedicated to educating and empowering both dancers’ and educators’ mental health and mindset to optimize physical and artistic training. From her MEd in Coaching Studies to a BA in Professional Communications, to multiple Yoga certifications and an accredited Art & Science of Coaching Certification, Lauren has a unique blend of education and resources that offer a holistic training approach for dancers.   An established educator, facilitator and speaker, Lauren has delivered workshops to prestigious schools and programs like Harbour Dance Centre, the Alberta Ballet School, the Dancer Transition Resource Centre, Capilano University and The Bridge Program with The Protege Movement. She is the co-founder of the Dance Teacher reTREAT, the creator of Mental Skills Training Teacher Training program and has been a keynote speaker for the Women In Sport Speaker Series, Dance Studio Owners Association, House of Jazz (London), and the Dance Teacher Expo.   Lauren has firsthand knowledge of the attributes required to achieve and sustain peak performance. She was a highly competitive and decorated dancer having classically trained in ballet, jazz, tap and lyrical. After completing her A.R.A.D, Lauren knew she “wanted to dance” but had little guidance and awareness of the true process of transitioning into a professional dance career. This is why Lauren has created and hosts The Dance Podcast; an invaluable resource dedicated to inspire and educate dancers, teachers, and parents through candid conversations with industry professionals.    Lauren’s engaging and encouraging teaching style has inspired dance teachers and students across the country to be their best – mind, body, and craft.

Social media has become a vehicle for activism. With climate celebrity culture on the rise, one begins to question whether people are using movements to gain a following or genuinely educating the masses. Lauren Ritchie is an intersectional climate activist and the founder of @itsecogal. We caught up with her to discuss climate change in […] The post S2 Ep 35: Activism Online w/ Lauren Ritchie appeared first on Hip Hop Caucus.

This month, Ayanna and Akua talk sustainability and ethical fashion with climate activist Lauren Ritchie (@laurenaritchie). We get into big reformation talk, the ethics of thrifting, and how ya grandma who's been collecting Key Food bags and storing them under the sink has been eco-friendly this whole time.  About Lauren:  Lauren Ritchie (@laurenaritchie) is a 19-year-old climate activist, writer, podcast host, and student from The Bahamas studying Sustainable Development and Political Science at Columbia University. She is the creator of The Eco Gal (@itsecogal), a digital platform that educates on global climate justice, promotes intersectional climate action, and seeks to make sustainable living more accessible and inclusive by amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. She is also a writer and content strategist for Brown Girl Green, a Youth Ambassador for Plastic Pollution Coalition, and the co-host of the podcast Black Girl Blueprint (@blackgirlblueprint), a platform to center the voices and celebrate the accomplishments of young Black women in a vast array of fields. Shop Brainwash Club  Brainwash.club Follow Us:  Instagram Twitter Apple Podcasts  Spotify Intro Music:  FLOURi$H ft. SPRTYK (AMEN Blessed It) https://soundcloud.com/amen-producer/flourih-ft-sprtyk-amen-blessed-it Good Reads:  https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/08/06/magazine/fashion-sweatpants.html https://fashionista.com/2020/06/reformation-racist.  https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2018/9/25/17888594/american-apparel-melrose-store-relaunch https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/instagram/a-coup-is-brewing-against-influencer-and-designer-emily-oberg-sporty-and-rich?slide=1 https://www.today.com/style/everlane-clothing-brand-accused-racism-former-employees-t185840 https://pebblemag.com/magazine/living/racism-in-sustainable-fashion https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sustainability/2019/11/19/confronting-whiteness-in-green-science/

Ashleigh talks with climate activist Lauren Ritchie, also known on Instagram as The Eco Gal. Originally from the Bahamas, Lauren is a rising junior at Columbia, studying sustainable development and political science. She discusses the importance of intersectional climate activism, tackling sustainability on a college budget, fast fashion & more. Created and hosted by Ashleigh Garrison. Produced by Amy Nakamura. Social Media/Public Relations managed by Wessam Hazaymeh. Cover art by Kevin Camelo. Music credit: "Apollo" / Patrick Patrikios.

Intersectionality is a word that we've probably heard a lot more over the past few months. Although the term is new to me, the idea behind it is why I created Sustainable Brown Girl. I think many other women of color within the sustainability space also understand the importance of intersectionality, and today's guest is no different. Lauren Ritchie, is a 19 year old Bahamas native, a Columbia University student, a climate activist, and the founder of The Eco Gal blog. We'll be talking to Lauren about her sustainability journey, the reception of climate change in the Bahamas, and why recognizing intersectionality within climate activism is so important. Follow The Eco Gal on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsecogal/ Follow Lauren's personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenaritchie/ Check out The Eco Gal Blog: https://theecogal.com/ Follow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirl/ Join the Sustainable Brown Girl Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259424485303892/

Lauren Ritchie, also known as @itsecogal on Instagram, is an 18-year-old climate activist based in New York City. She was born and raised in the Bahamas but now studies Sustainable Development and Political Science at Columbia University. Along with...

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Lauren Ritchie. Lauren Ritchie is a dance educator, choreographer, and host of the Dance Podcast. In our conversation today we discuss the differences between the ways she was taught to dance and how dance educators are teaching their students now, the importance of having a holistic approach to your training no matter what you are training for, as well as her relationship with goals and the benefits that come from distilling down what the actual intention or want is behind our goals. We also discuss the work she is currently doing with regards to mental skills training and her focus on bringing the not only the physical but also emotional and mental intricacies of dance into alignment, her experiences hosting the Dance Podcast and what she has learned through the process, as well as where she hopes to see certain conversations around arts-based training and education headed in the future.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Lauren Ritchie. Lauren Ritchie is a dance educator, choreographer, and host of the Dance Podcast. In our conversation today we discuss the differences between the ways she was taught to dance and how dance educators are teaching their students now, the importance of having a holistic approach to your training no matter what you are training for, as well as her relationship with goals and the benefits that come from distilling down what the actual intention or want is behind our goals. We also discuss the work she is currently doing with regards to mental skills training and her focus on bringing the not only the physical but also emotional and mental intricacies of dance into alignment, her experiences hosting the Dance Podcast and what she has learned through the process, as well as where she hopes to see certain conversations around arts-based training and education headed in the future.

As we are all slowly adjusting to this socially distant world, it occurred to us that we needed to take a minute to look after our mental health. The stress and anxiety that is coming with these rapidly changing times can be overwhelming, so today on the pod we reconnect with past Tits and Teeth alum (and creator of The Dance Podcast) Lauren Ritchie to chat about our mental health and mindset during COVID-19. She helps us uncover tools, including using our breath and adjusting our habits to keep us connected to our goals, to come out resilient, grateful and perhaps more connected to our best selves on the other side. These practises are transferable throughout our careers and lives too... aka, there's a lot to take away this week! Lauren is a mental skills trainer, dance educator, writer, and unshakable optimist dedicated to helping dancers and performers become their best, and boy did she help us today! From her MEd in Coaching Studies, to a BA in Professional Communications, to multiple yoga certifications and an accredited Art & Science of Coaching Certification, Lauren is incredibly knowledgable and well spoken, and we are so grateful she was able to speak with us again. You’ll also hear from one of our industry's strong and mindful leaders, Stephanie Graham, with a message to us all, as well as an original song from the beautiful Jordan Bell to make you smile.Come hang with us, grab a drink, and let’s all get through this together!

For the grand-finale of this season, Clint is taking a seat on the interviewee couch for the last time, and guest host Lauren Ritchie from 'The Dance Podcast' is asking the questions!

Welcome to a brand new 6-part series of Transform My Dance Studio, where Clint is taking a seat on the interviewee couch, and guest host Lauren Ritchie from 'The Dance Podcast' is asking the questions! In this episode Clint and Lauren discuss what it means to age when you are a dance studio owner, and practical strategies to ensure that the longevity of your dance studio isn't dependant on you wearing all of the 'hats' in the business. We chat about how and when to transition out of your teaching hours, and the best support structure to have in place that will give you more hours to work on the things that will grow the business, rather than getting bogged down in the day-to-day. Enjoy!  

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In today’s special podcast event, it’s my pleasure to share with you an interview I recently did with the amazing Lauren Ritchie from The Dance Podcast. In this episode I shared my own journey from Dance Studio Owner, to Entrepreneur and now the CEO of the Dance Studio Owners Association, and our vision to create an extraordinary impact in the lives of dance studio owners globally. I hope you enjoy!

Today on the pod we hear from a sweet, sensitive, badass Canadian gal living in NYC (and crushing it), Jodi McFadden is here!For this interview Jodi welcomed us into her dressing room backstage at The Ethel Barrymore Theatre, before her matinee performance of The Band’s Visit. It. Was. Wonderful. We have a nip of Baileys in our coffee and chat with Jodi about her experience as a stand-by in The Band’s Visit, the epic women of The Moulin Rouge, and her self care. There is also a bit of bonus material from guest Lauren Ritchie at the end of the episode, so stay tuned for that! Jodi has been working back and forth between New York and Canada since her Broadway debut in Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark. Jodi’s other Broadway credits to date are The Band’s Visit and Moulin Rouge. Other theatre credits include; Dirty Dancing (Mirvish Productions) Into The Woods, Anything Goes, Hello Dolly (Stratford Festival) Chicago (Drayton Entertainment). Come hang with us, grab a drink (if you’re not driving) and get your weekly fix of musical theatre banter with beverages.

Today on Tits and Teeth, we play host to fellow podcaster and true boss lady, Lauren Ritchie! Lauren is the creator and host of ‘The Dance Podcast’ where she has authentic conversations with some of North America’s most successful dancers to inspire, share and connect both dancers and educators. Some of her incredible guests have been Mia Michaels, Stacey Tookey, Anthony Morigerato, and choreography duo NappyTabs This powerhouse of a woman is incredibly intelligent and has great opinions and insights on the word of dance. We chat with Lauren about her journey with mental and physical health and we hear what being ‘passionate’ means to her. Come hang with us, grab a drink (if you’re not driving) and enjoy our interview with The Dance Podcast’s Lauren Ritchie!

Expectations, recognition and awareness. In this Season finale Lauren closes with personal relefections and exercise that will set up 2019 for a year of gratitude and clarity. 

Are you hustling hard? Do you feel like there are a million thing to do, directions to go, things on your bucket list that are screaming at you to get done? Lauren knows all about the hustle of doing- and it hasn’t always felt great or worked well. This week, Lauren introduces the concept- Be more to Do more. 

When did you feel like you "made it"? That was a question asked to the world-class faculty in a Q&A this weekend at a convention. Lauren shares their answers and what she knows about the process and unpacking of "making it" in this industry. 

Episode 5 dives into... Preparing young dancers emotionally and mentally for a professional performance career, the importance of mentorship for dance educators, and young performers, and why giving young dancers a strong sense of identify beyond competition is so important.  My guest Lauren dives into her journey of finding her place in the dance community, her values on heart centered work, connecting, and empowering todays young dancers.    

Lauren Ritchie, creator and host of The Dance Podcast, is a dance educator obsessed with connection and community. After a rough transition from the competitive dance studio into the professional world of dance, Lauren has dedicated her life to sharing knowledge and training that empowers dancers. She is developing mental skills training for dancers by applying her Grad studies, Coaching Accreditation and Yoga certification to the book that will help build powerful dancers, teachers, and humans. Insta: @lauren_m_ritchie @thedancepodcast Online: thedancepodcast.com bdybylauren.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/didyoumovetodayco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/didyoumovetodayco/support

Seats have swapped and Lauren is in the interview chair as Calen asks about her journey and why the Golden Threads are so close to her heart.

This career and the many transitions, demands, and projects can sometimes leave Dancers feeling alone or anxious. Inspired by the Bell Let's Talk campaign in Canada, Lauren speaks to how our community can support each other, bring awareness to those around us who may be in need help, and why it is so important. 

Calling all teachers, coaches, mentors and parents. Lauren shares a Manifesto that grounds her in her teaching and inspires her to do better every day.

Lauren shares her insights on the twists and turns of life and a helpful exercise to ease the way.

In celebration of her 25th anniversary, Harley Quinn fittingly takes over the annual "Batman Day" this year. Here at The Arkham Sessions, we did what we do best: Analyze the most relevant animated Batman stories. This time, we watched the new DC Animated film, BATMAN AND HARLEY QUINN. Though the story itself is straightforward and the character build-out flimsy, we were able to extract some of the most pertinent issues related to mental health and psychology. For instance, in defense of her sanity, Harley asserts that she is a "sociopath," not a "psychopath." What does she mean by this? Is she correct? And does Batman buy it? And were female characters, prominent throughout the movie, given fair portrayals in the story?    We also diligently searched for the heart of the movie and, with the help of one of our friends and loyal listeners--Lauren Ritchie (@penguingonemad)--, we discussed why Harley Quinn is uniquely special to us as a character in comics: Her genuine, authentic expression of herself, her willingness to accept her own flaws, and her determination to remain free of constraints and limitations.     Happy Harley Day! 

This episode is dedicated to the Evolution of You; the wandering, curious soul committed to big dreams and personal growth!