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What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! This week's episode hit me deep in the heart (and the joints, let's be real) because we're talking about something most people avoid until it's knocking on their door: retirement. But not the “save money, buy an RV, wave goodbye to your coworkers” kind. I sat down with Wendy Leggett, founder of Conflux Retirement Coaching, and we cracked open what it really means to prepare for retirement from the non-financial side. Wendy brings the wisdom (and receipts) on how to make that transition feel less like a scary ending and more like a badass reintroduction to yourself. Think identity, purpose, mindset, and how to not become a permanent fixture on the couch watching 47 hours of TV a week.This convo got personal, too. I shared the story of my stepdad, Mike Moffat, co-founder of Schiit Audio and inventor of the first digital-to-analog converter, who's 76, in a wheelchair, has been through more medical crises than a hospital drama… and still refuses to retire because he loves what he does. And honestly? I get it. If coaching lights me up in my 70s the way it does now, you're gonna have to pry the mic from my cold, beastly hands. If you've ever wondered what it means to really take care of your future self (mind, body, and spirit) this episode is your wake-up call. Let's stop letting society define our next chapter and start rewriting it ourselves.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Wendy Leggett is a Professional Certified Coach and owner of Conflux Retirement Coaching, specializing in non-financial retirement life planning. With 25 years of corporate sales leadership experience, she guides clients through a fulfilling retirement transition, focusing on well-being, identity, feelings of purpose, connectedness, and positive aging. Wendy holds advanced credentials from the Retirement Project, Retirement Life Plan, Modern Elder Academy and Positive Intelligence and co-authored the book “The Retirement Collective”.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Wendy!website for Conflux Retirement Coaching LLC: https://confluxretirementcoaching.com/LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/wendyleggett/Facebook: https://facebook.com/confluxretirementcoaching/No Regrets Retirement workbook: boldnewsteps.comWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! My conversation with Keri Cooper hit me right in the gut in the best way. She's a holistic therapist and certified sleep science coach who's been helping people heal for over 25 years, and y'all, she came in hot with the truth: everything comes back to sleep. Not just your energy, but your appetite, hormones, memory, mood, immune function, and every system in your body relies on you getting solid, consistent rest. We talked about how sleep deprivation doesn't just make you tired, it makes life feel impossible. I felt so seen remembering my own six-year run of chronic sleep deprivation. I kept wondering why I was hungry all the time and couldn't “get it together,” but spoiler alert: it wasn't discipline I needed, it was rest.Keri also shared something that really stuck with me. The way we track and obsess over sleep (or calories, or steps) can backfire hard. When we make sleep a performance goal instead of a basic need, we end up anxious, disconnected, and ironically, even more tired. It reminded me of the years I spent battling food instead of listening to my body. Keri's approach is all about getting back in tune with your natural rhythms and letting sleep be something you honor, not something you fight. If you've ever felt broken for being exhausted, this episode is a full-body exhale and a gentle wake-up call that sleep isn't a luxury, it's your foundation.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Keri Cooper is a psychotherapist of 25+ years and the founder of Sleep Solutions by Keri, a virtual sleep coaching program for adults. After seeing how deeply sleep impacts mental health, she became a certified sleep science coach and now helps people get the rest they need to thrive. Keri combines evidence-based sleep strategies with insights from decades of counseling. She's also a speaker and the author of two books, both of which dedicate an entire chapter to the importance of sleep.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Keri!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepsolutionsbykeri/Email: keri@sleepsoltuionsbykeri.com Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! You know I've been deep in the research rabbit hole on GLP-1 medications, and today I brought back the brilliant Ann Kent, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, to help break it all down in a way that actually makes sense. We're talking about what GLP-1s really are, what they do in the body, and why their benefits go far beyond the before and after photos we keep seeing online. This conversation gets into everything from blood sugar regulation and food noise to the nuanced risks, side effects, and even the hot-button topic of microdosing. Ann brings the science, and I bring the sass (and the receipts, because yes, I made a whole damn PDF of studies).This episode isn't about hyping a miracle drug or demonizing it either. It's about adding context, compassion, and critical thinking to a conversation that's way too often hijacked by diet culture. If you're a coach, trainer, health nerd, or just someone curious about what these meds are doing in bodies (besides shrinking them), this one's for you. We dig into intuitive eating, strength training, protein needs, and how healing your relationship with food makes a huge difference if you're considering or currently taking a GLP-1. Because tools are only helpful when they're used with care, and love, not punishment, is still the foundation of this health adventure.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Ann Kent is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and the owner of Peas and Hoppiness. She makes mealtime easier for busy families with her meal planning app, the Peas and Hoppy Meal Guides.Ann grew up on a farm and trained as a dietitian, earning her master's degree in nutrition and dietetics. For most of her career she worked as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Ann believes you should love what you eat and is delighted to include joy as a nutrient, whether she is planning menus for the Peas and Hoppy Meal Guide app or working with a client one-on-one.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.MentionsGLP-1 Studies I've looked at: https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/AX1su0J5xvxdddMmNWzF/media/685765ea077fba411ec88ff3.pdfAnn's Previous Episode:  Episode 128 - Rebuilding Self Trust: How to Make Peace with Food and Your BodyMind Pump Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4D3JFAh4ebj9lks9WOE2Vs?si=b175344d517b4fceConnect with Ann!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peasandhoppiness/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peasandhoppinessLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-kent/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@peasandhoppinessYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PeasAndHoppinessWebsite: https://peasandhoppiness.com/Free Meal Planning Template: https://peasandhoppiness.com/TemplateDownload the Peas & Hoppy Meal Guides App: https://app.peasandhoppiness.com/appWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

For those who haven't heard the announcement I posted, songs from this point on will sometimes be split among multiple episodes, so this is the second part of a two-episode look at the song “Who Knows Where The Time Goes?” by Fairport Convention, and the intertwining careers of Joe Boyd, Sandy Denny, and Richard Thompson. Click the full post to read liner notes, links to more information, and a transcript of the episode. Patreon backers also have a forty-one-minute bonus episode available, on Judy Collins’ version of this song. Tilt Araiza has assisted invaluably by editing, and will hopefully be doing so from now on. Check out Tilt's irregular podcasts at http://www.podnose.com/jaffa-cakes-for-proust and http://sitcomclub.com/ Erratum For about an hour this was uploaded with the wrong Elton John clip in place of “Saturday Sun”. This has now been fixed. Resources Because of the increasing problems with Mixcloud’s restrictions, I have decided to start sharing streaming playlists of the songs used in episodes instead of Mixcloud ones. This Tunemymusic link will let you listen to the playlist I created on your streaming platform of choice — however please note that not all the songs excerpted are currently available on streaming. The songs missing from the Tidal version are “Shanten Bells” by the Ian Campbell Folk Group, “Tom’s Gone to Hilo” by A.L. Lloyd, two by Paul McNeill and Linda Peters, three by Elton John & Linda Peters, “What Will I Do With Tomorrow” by Sandy Denny and “You Never Know” by Charlie Drake, but the other fifty-nine are there. Other songs may be missing from other services. The main books I used on Fairport Convention as a whole were Patrick Humphries' Meet On The Ledge, Clinton Heylin's What We Did Instead of Holidays, and Kevan Furbank's Fairport Convention on Track. Rob Young's Electric Eden is the most important book on the British folk-rock movement. Information on Richard Thompson comes from Patrick Humphries' Richard Thompson: Strange Affair and Thompson's own autobiography Beeswing.  Information on Sandy Denny comes from Clinton Heylin's No More Sad Refrains and Mick Houghton's I've Always Kept a Unicorn. I also used Joe Boyd's autobiography White Bicycles and Chris Blackwell's The Islander.  And this three-CD set is the best introduction to Fairport's music currently in print. Transcript Before we begin, this episode contains reference to alcohol and cocaine abuse and medical neglect leading to death. It also starts with some discussion of the fatal car accident that ended last episode. There’s also some mention of child neglect and spousal violence. If that’s likely to upset you, you might want to skip this episode or read the transcript. One of the inspirations for this podcast when I started it back in 2018 was a project by Richard Thompson, which appears (like many things in Thompson’s life) to have started out of sheer bloody-mindedness. In 1999 Playboy magazine asked various people to list their “songs of the Millennium”, and most of them, understanding the brief, chose a handful of songs from the latter half of the twentieth century. But Thompson determined that he was going to list his favourite songs *of the millennium*. He didn’t quite manage that, but he did cover seven hundred and forty years, and when Playboy chose not to publish it, he decided to turn it into a touring show, in which he covered all his favourite songs from “Sumer Is Icumen In” from 1260: [Excerpt: Richard Thompson, “Sumer is Icumen In”] Through numerous traditional folk songs, union songs like “Blackleg Miner”, pieces by early-modern composers, Victorian and Edwardian music hall songs, and songs by the Beatles, the Ink Spots, the Kinks, and the Who, all the way to “Oops! I Did It Again”: [Excerpt: Richard Thompson, “Oops! I Did it Again”] And to finish the show, and to show how all this music actually ties together, he would play what he described as a “medieval tune from Brittany”, “Marry, Ageyn Hic Hev Donne Yt”: [Excerpt: Richard Thompson, “Marry, Ageyn Hic Hev Donne Yt”] We have said many times in this podcast that there is no first anything, but there’s a reason that Liege and Lief, Fairport Convention’s third album of 1969, and the album other than Unhalfbricking on which their reputation largely rests, was advertised with the slogan “The first (literally) British folk rock album ever”. Folk-rock, as the term had come to be known, and as it is still usually used today, had very little to do with traditional folk music. Rather, the records of bands like The Byrds or Simon and Garfunkel were essentially taking the sounds of British beat groups of the early sixties, particularly the Searchers, and applying those sounds to material by contemporary singer-songwriters. People like Paul Simon and Bob Dylan had come up through folk clubs, and their songs were called folk music because of that, but they weren’t what folk music had meant up to that point — songs that had been collected after being handed down through the folk process, changed by each individual singer, with no single identifiable author. They were authored songs by very idiosyncratic writers. But over their last few albums, Fairport Convention had done one or two tracks per album that weren’t like that, that were instead recordings of traditional folk songs, but arranged with rock instrumentation. They were not necessarily the first band to try traditional folk music with electric instruments — around the same time that Fairport started experimenting with the idea, so did an Irish band named Sweeney’s Men, who brought in a young electric guitarist named Henry McCullough briefly. But they do seem to have been the first to have fully embraced the idea. They had done so to an extent with “A Sailor’s Life” on Unhalfbricking, but now they were going to go much further: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Matty Groves” (from about 4:30)] There had been some doubt as to whether Fairport Convention would even continue to exist — by the time Unhalfbricking, their second album of the year, was released, they had been through the terrible car accident that had killed Martin Lamble, the band’s drummer, and Jeannie Franklyn, Richard Thompson’s girlfriend. Most of the rest of the band had been seriously injured, and they had made a conscious decision not to discuss the future of the band until they were all out of hospital. Ashley Hutchings was hospitalised the longest, and Simon Nicol, Richard Thompson, and Sandy Denny, the other three surviving members of the band, flew over to LA with their producer and manager, Joe Boyd, to recuperate there and get to know the American music scene. When they came back, the group all met up in the flat belonging to Denny’s boyfriend Trevor Lucas, and decided that they were going to continue the band. They made a few decisions then — they needed a new drummer, and as well as a drummer they wanted to get in Dave Swarbrick. Swarbrick had played violin on several tracks on Unhalfbricking as a session player, and they had all been thrilled to work with him. Swarbrick was one of the most experienced musicians on the British folk circuit. He had started out in the fifties playing guitar with Beryl Marriott’s Ceilidh Band before switching to fiddle, and in 1963, long before Fairport had formed, he had already appeared on TV with the Ian Campbell Folk Group, led by Ian Campbell, the father of Ali and Robin Campbell, later of UB40: [Excerpt: The Ian Campbell Folk Group, “Shanten Bells (medley on Hullaballoo!)”] He’d sung with Ewan MacColl and A.L. Lloyd: [Excerpt: A.L. Lloyd, “Tom’s Gone to Hilo” ] And he’d formed his hugely successful duo with Martin Carthy, releasing records like “Byker Hill” which are often considered among the best British folk music of all time: [Excerpt: Martin Carthy and Dave Swarbrick, “Byker Hill”] By the time Fairport had invited him to play on Unhalfbricking, Swarbrick had already performed on twenty albums as a core band member, plus dozens more EPs, singles, and odd tracks on compilations. They had no reason to think they could actually get him to join their band. But they had three advantages. The first was that Swarbrick was sick of the traditional folk scene at the time, saying later “I didn’t like seven-eighths of the people involved in it, and it was extremely opportune to leave. I was suddenly presented with the possibilities of exploring the dramatic content of the songs to the full.” The second was that he was hugely excited to be playing with Richard Thompson, who was one of the most innovative guitarists of his generation, and Martin Carthy remembers him raving about Thompson after their initial sessions. (Carthy himself was and is no slouch on the guitar of course, and there was even talk of getting him to join the band at this point, though they decided against it — much to the relief of rhythm guitarist Simon Nicol, who is a perfectly fine player himself but didn’t want to be outclassed by *two* of the best guitarists in Britain at the same time). And the third was that Joe Boyd told him that Fairport were doing so well — they had a single just about to hit the charts with “Si Tu Dois Partir” — that he would only have to play a dozen gigs with Fairport in order to retire. As it turned out, Swarbrick would play with the group for a decade, and would never retire — I saw him on his last tour in 2015, only eight months before he died. The drummer the group picked was also a far more experienced musician than any of the rest, though in a very different genre. Dave Mattacks had no knowledge at all of the kind of music they played, having previously been a player in dance bands. When asked by Hutchings if he wanted to join the band, Mattacks’ response was “I don’t know anything about the music. I don’t understand it… I can’t tell one tune from another, they all sound the same… but if you want me to join the group, fine, because I really like it. I’m enjoying myself musically.” Mattacks brought a new level of professionalism to the band, thanks to his different background. Nicol said of him later “He was dilligent, clean, used to taking three white shirts to a gig… The application he could bring to his playing was amazing. With us, you only played well when you were feeling well.” This distinction applied to his playing as well. Nicol would later describe the difference between Mattacks’ drumming and Lamble’s by saying “Martin’s strength was as an imaginative drummer. DM came in with a strongly developed sense of rhythm, through keeping a big band of drunken saxophone players in order. A great time-keeper.” With this new line-up and a new sense of purpose, the group did as many of their contemporaries were doing and “got their heads together in the country”. Joe Boyd rented the group a mansion, Farley House, in Farley Chamberlayne, Hampshire, and they stayed there together for three months. At the start, the group seem to have thought that they were going to make another record like Unhalfbricking, with some originals, some songs by American songwriters, and a few traditional songs. Even after their stay in Farley Chamberlayne, in fact, they recorded a few of the American songs they’d rehearsed at the start of the process, Richard Farina’s “Quiet Joys of Brotherhood” and Bob Dylan and Roger McGuinn’s “Ballad of Easy Rider”: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Ballad of Easy Rider”] Indeed, the whole idea of “getting our heads together in the country” (as the cliche quickly became in the late sixties as half of the bands in Britain went through much the same kind of process as Fairport were doing — but usually for reasons more to do with drug burnout or trend following than recovering from serious life-changing trauma) seems to have been inspired by Bob Dylan and the Band getting together in Big Pink. But very quickly they decided to follow the lead of Ashley Hutchings, who had had something of a Damascene conversion to the cause of traditional English folk music. They were listening mostly to Music From Big Pink by the Band, and to the first album by Sweeney’s Men: [Excerpt: Sweeney’s Men, “The Handsome Cabin Boy”] And they decided that they were going to make something that was as English as those records were North American and Irish (though in the event there were also a few Scottish songs included on the record). Hutchings in particular was becoming something of a scholar of traditional music, regularly visiting Cecil Sharp House and having long conversations with A.L. Lloyd, discovering versions of different traditional songs he’d never encountered before. This was both amusing and bemusing Sandy Denny, who had joined a rock group in part to get away from traditional music; but she was comfortable singing the material, and knew a lot of it and could make a lot of suggestions herself. Swarbrick obviously knew the repertoire intimately, and Nicol was amenable, while Mattacks was utterly clueless about the folk tradition at this point but knew this was the music he wanted to make. Thompson knew very little about traditional music, and of all the band members except Denny he was the one who has shown the least interest in the genre in his subsequent career — but as we heard at the beginning, showing the least interest in the genre is a relative thing, and while Thompson was not hugely familiar with the genre, he *was* able to work with it, and was also more than capable of writing songs that fit in with the genre. Of the eleven songs on the album, which was titled Liege and Lief (which means, roughly, Lord and Loyalty), there were no cover versions of singer-songwriters. Eight were traditional songs, and three were originals, all written in the style of traditional songs. The album opened with “Come All Ye”, an introduction written by Denny and Hutchings (the only time the two would ever write together): [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Come All Ye”] The other two originals were songs where Thompson had written new lyrics to traditional melodies. On “Crazy Man Michael”, Swarbrick had said to Thompson that the tune to which he had set his new words was weaker than the lyrics, to which Thompson had replied that if Swarbrick felt that way he should feel free to write a new melody. He did, and it became the first of the small number of Thompson/Swarbrick collaborations: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Crazy Man Michael”] Thompson and Swarbrick would become a brief songwriting team, but as much as anything else it was down to proximity — the two respected each other as musicians, but never got on very well. In 1981 Swarbrick would say “Richard and I never got on in the early days of FC… we thought we did, but we never did. We composed some bloody good songs together, but it was purely on a basis of “you write that and I’ll write this, and we’ll put it together.” But we never sat down and had real good chats.” The third original on the album, and by far the most affecting, is another song where Thompson put lyrics to a traditional tune. In this case he thought he was putting the lyrics to the tune of “Willie O'Winsbury”, but he was basing it on a recording by Sweeney’s Men. The problem was that Sweeney’s Men had accidentally sung the lyrics of “Willie O'Winsbury'” to the tune of a totally different song, “Fause Foodrage”: [Excerpt: Sweeney’s Men, “Willie O’Winsbury”] Thompson took that melody, and set to it lyrics about loss and separation. Thompson has never been one to discuss the meanings of his lyrics in any great detail, and in the case of this one has said “I really don't know what it means. This song came out of a dream, and I pretty much wrote it as I dreamt it (it was the sixties), and didn't spend very long analyzing it. So interpret as you wish – or replace with your own lines.” But in the context of the traffic accident that had killed his tailor girlfriend and a bandmate, and injured most of his other bandmates, the lyrics about lonely travellers, the winding road, bruised and beaten sons, saying goodbye, and never cutting cloth, seem fairly self-explanatory: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Farewell, Farewell”] The rest of the album, though, was taken up by traditional tunes. There was a long medley of four different fiddle reels; a version of “Reynardine” (a song about a seductive man — or is he a fox? Or perhaps both — which had been recorded by Swarbrick and Carthy on their most recent album); a 19th century song about a deserter saved from the firing squad by Prince Albert; and a long take on “Tam Lin”, one of the most famous pieces in the Scottish folk music canon, a song that has been adapted in different ways by everyone from the experimental noise band Current 93 to the dub poet Benjamin Zephaniah to the comics writer Grant Morrison: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Tam Lin”] And “Matty Groves”, a song about a man killing his cheating wife and her lover, which actually has a surprisingly similar story to that of “1921” from another great concept album from that year, the Who’s Tommy. “Matty Groves” became an excuse for long solos and shows of instrumental virtuosity: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Matty Groves”] The album was recorded in September 1969, after their return from their break in the country and a triumphal performance at the Royal Festival Hall, headlining over fellow Witchseason artists John and Beverly Martyn and Nick Drake. It became a classic of the traditional folk genre — arguably *the* classic of the traditional folk genre. In 2007 BBC Radio 2’s Folk Music Awards gave it an award for most influential folk album of all time, and while such things are hard to measure, I doubt there’s anyone with even the most cursory knowledge of British folk and folk-rock music who would not at least consider that a reasonable claim. But once again, by the time the album came out in November, the band had changed lineups yet again. There was a fundamental split in the band – on one side were Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson, whose stance was, roughly, that Liege and Lief was a great experiment and a fun thing to do once, but really the band had two first-rate songwriters in themselves, and that they should be concentrating on their own new material, not doing these old songs, good as they were. They wanted to take the form of the traditional songs and use that form for new material — they wanted to make British folk-rock, but with the emphasis on the rock side of things. Hutchings, on the other hand, was equally sure that he wanted to make traditional music and go further down the rabbit hole of antiquity. With the zeal of the convert he had gone in a couple of years from being the leader of a band who were labelled “the British Jefferson Airplane” to becoming a serious scholar of traditional folk music. Denny was tired of touring, as well — she wanted to spend more time at home with Trevor Lucas, who was sleeping with other women when she was away and making her insecure. When the time came for the group to go on a tour of Denmark, Denny decided she couldn’t make it, and Hutchings was jubilant — he decided he was going to get A.L. Lloyd into the band in her place and become a *real* folk group. Then Denny reconsidered, and Hutchings was crushed. He realised that while he had always been the leader, he wasn’t going to be able to lead the band any further in the traditionalist direction, and quit the group — but not before he was delegated by the other band members to fire Denny. Until the publication of Richard Thompson’s autobiography in 2022, every book on the group or its members said that Denny quit the band again, which was presumably a polite fiction that the band agreed, but according to Thompson “Before we flew home, we decided to fire Sandy. I don't remember who asked her to leave – it was probably Ashley, who usually did the dirty work. She was reportedly shocked that we would take that step. She may have been fragile beneath the confident facade, but she still knew her worth.” Thompson goes on to explain that the reasons for kicking her out were that “I suppose we felt that in her mind she had already left” and that “We were probably suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, though there wasn't a name for it back then.” They had considered inviting Trevor Lucas to join the band to make Denny more comfortable, but came to the (probably correct) conclusion that while he was someone they got on well with personally, he would be another big ego in a band that already had several, and that being around Denny and Lucas’ volatile relationship would, in Thompson’s phrasing, “have not always given one a feeling of peace and stability.” Hutchings originally decided he was going to join Sweeney’s Men, but that group were falling apart, and their first rehearsal with Hutchings would also be their last as a group, with only Hutchings and guitarist and mandolin player Terry Woods left in the band. They added Woods’ wife Gay, and another couple, Tim Hart and Maddy Prior, and formed a group called Steeleye Span, a name given them by Martin Carthy. That group, like Fairport, went to “get their heads together in the country” for three months and recorded an album of electric versions of traditional songs, Hark the Village Wait, on which Mattacks and another drummer, Gerry Conway, guested as Steeleye Span didn’t at the time have their own drummer: [Excerpt: Steeleye Span, “Blackleg Miner”] Steeleye Span would go on to have a moderately successful chart career in the seventies, but by that time most of the original lineup, including Hutchings, had left — Hutchings stayed with them for a few albums, then went on to form the first of a series of bands, all called the Albion Band or variations on that name, which continue to this day. And this is something that needs to be pointed out at this point — it is impossible to follow every single individual in this narrative as they move between bands. There is enough material in the history of the British folk-rock scene that someone could do a 500 Songs-style podcast just on that, and every time someone left Fairport, or Steeleye Span, or the Albion Band, or Matthews’ Southern Comfort, or any of the other bands we have mentioned or will mention, they would go off and form another band which would then fission, and some of its members would often join one of those other bands. There was a point in the mid-1970s where the Albion Band had two original members of Fairport Convention while Fairport Convention had none. So just in order to keep the narrative anything like wieldy, I’m going to keep the narrative concentrated on the two figures from Fairport — Sandy Denny and Richard Thompson — whose work outside the group has had the most influence on the wider world of rock music more broadly, and only deal with the other members when, as they often did, their careers intersected with those two. That doesn’t mean the other members are not themselves hugely important musicians, just that their importance has been primarily to the folk side of the folk-rock genre, and so somewhat outside the scope of this podcast. While Hutchings decided to form a band that would allow him to go deeper and deeper into traditional folk music, Sandy Denny’s next venture was rather different. For a long time she had been writing far more songs than she had ever played for her bandmates, like “Nothing More”, a song that many have suggested is about Thompson: [Excerpt: Fotheringay, “Nothing More”] When Joe Boyd heard that Denny was leaving Fairport Convention, he was at first elated. Fairport’s records were being distributed by A&M in the US at that point, but Island Records was in the process of opening up a new US subsidiary which would then release all future Fairport product — *but*, as far as A&M were concerned, Sandy Denny *was* Fairport Convention. They were only interested in her. Boyd, on the other hand, loved Denny’s work intensely, but from his point of view *Richard Thompson* was Fairport Convention. If he could get Denny signed directly to A&M as a solo artist before Island started its US operations, Witchseason could get a huge advance on her first solo record, while Fairport could continue making records for Island — he’d have two lucrative acts, on different labels. Boyd went over and spoke to A&M and got an agreement in principle that they would give Denny a forty-thousand-dollar advance on her first solo album — twice what they were paying for Fairport albums. The problem was that Denny didn’t want to be a solo act. She wanted to be the lead singer of a band. She gave many reasons for this — the one she gave to many journalists was that she had seen a Judy Collins show and been impressed, but noticed that Collins’ band were definitely a “backing group”, and as she put it “But that's all they were – a backing group. I suddenly thought, If you're playing together on a stage you might as well be TOGETHER.” Most other people in her life, though, say that the main reason for her wanting to be in a band was her desire to be with her boyfriend, Trevor Lucas. Partly this was due to a genuine desire to spend more time with someone with whom she was very much in love, partly it was a fear that he would cheat on her if she was away from him for long periods of time, and part of it seems to have been Lucas’ dislike of being *too* overshadowed by his talented girlfriend — he didn’t mind acknowledging that she was a major talent, but he wanted to be thought of as at least a minor one. So instead of going solo, Denny formed Fotheringay, named after the song she had written for Fairport. This new band consisted at first of Denny on vocals and occasional piano, Lucas on vocals and rhythm guitar, and Lucas’ old Eclection bandmate Gerry Conway on drums. For a lead guitarist, they asked Richard Thompson who the best guitarist in Britain was, and he told them Albert Lee. Lee in turn brought in bass player Pat Donaldson, but this lineup of the band barely survived a fortnight. Lee *was* arguably the best guitarist in Britain, certainly a reasonable candidate if you could ever have a singular best (as indeed was Thompson himself), but he was the best *country* guitarist in Britain, and his style simply didn’t fit with Fotheringay’s folk-influenced songs. He was replaced by American guitarist Jerry Donahue, who was not anything like as proficient as Lee, but who was still very good, and fit the band’s style much better. The new group rehearsed together for a few weeks, did a quick tour, and then went into the recording studio to record their debut, self-titled, album. Joe Boyd produced the album, but admitted himself that he only paid attention to those songs he considered worthwhile — the album contained one song by Lucas, “The Ballad of Ned Kelly”, and two cover versions of American singer-songwriter material with Lucas singing lead. But everyone knew that the songs that actually *mattered* were Sandy Denny’s, and Boyd was far more interested in them, particularly the songs “The Sea” and “The Pond and the Stream”: [Excerpt: Fotheringay, “The Pond and the Stream”] Fotheringay almost immediately hit financial problems, though. While other Witchseason acts were used to touring on the cheap, all packed together in the back of a Transit van with inexpensive equipment, Trevor Lucas had ambitions of being a rock star and wanted to put together a touring production to match, with expensive transport and equipment, including a speaker system that got nicknamed “Stonehenge” — but at the same time, Denny was unhappy being on the road, and didn’t play many gigs. As well as the band itself, the Fotheringay album also featured backing vocals from a couple of other people, including Denny’s friend Linda Peters. Peters was another singer from the folk clubs, and a good one, though less well-known than Denny — at this point she had only released a couple of singles, and those singles seemed to have been as much as anything else released as a novelty. The first of those, a version of Dylan’s “You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere” had been released as by “Paul McNeill and Linda Peters”: [Excerpt: Paul McNeill and Linda Peters, “You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere”] But their second single, a version of John D. Loudermilk’s “You’re Taking My Bag”, was released on the tiny Page One label, owned by Larry Page, and was released under the name “Paul and Linda”, clearly with the intent of confusing particularly gullible members of the record-buying public into thinking this was the McCartneys: [Excerpt: Paul and Linda, “You’re Taking My Bag”] Peters was though more financially successful than almost anyone else in this story, as she was making a great deal of money as a session singer. She actually did another session involving most of Fotheringay around this time. Witchseason had a number of excellent songwriters on its roster, and had had some success getting covers by people like Judy Collins, but Joe Boyd thought that they might possibly do better at getting cover versions if they were performed in less idiosyncratic arrangements. Donahue, Donaldson, and Conway went into the studio to record backing tracks, and vocals were added by Peters and another session singer, who according to some sources also provided piano. They cut songs by Mike Heron of the Incredible String Band: [Excerpt: Linda Peters, “You Get Brighter”] Ed Carter, formerly of The New Nadir but by this time firmly ensconced in the Beach Boys’ touring band where he would remain for the next quarter-century: [Excerpt: Linda Peters, “I Don’t Mind”] John and Beverly Martyn, and Nick Drake: [Excerpt: Elton John, “Saturday Sun”] There are different lineups of musicians credited for those sessions in different sources, but I tend to believe that it’s mostly Fotheringay for the simple reason that Donahue says it was him, Donaldson and Conway who talked Lucas and Denny into the mistake that destroyed Fotheringay because of these sessions. Fotheringay were in financial trouble already, spending far more money than they were bringing in, but their album made the top twenty and they were getting respect both from critics and from the public — in September, Sandy Denny was voted best British female singer by the readers of Melody Maker in their annual poll, which led to shocked headlines in the tabloids about how this “unknown” could have beaten such big names as Dusty Springfield and Cilla Black. Only a couple of weeks after that, they were due to headline at the Albert Hall. It should have been a triumph. But Donahue, Donaldson, and Conway had asked that singing pianist to be their support act. As Donahue said later “That was a terrible miscast. It was our fault. He asked if [he] could do it. Actually Pat, Gerry and I had to talk Sandy and Trevor into [it]… We'd done these demos and the way he was playing – he was a wonderful piano player – he was sensitive enough. We knew very little about his stage-show. We thought he'd be a really good opener for us.” Unfortunately, Elton John was rather *too* good. As Donahue continued “we had no idea what he had in mind, that he was going to do the most incredible rock & roll show ever. He pretty much blew us off the stage before we even got on the stage.” To make matters worse, Fotheringay’s set, which was mostly comprised of new material, was underrehearsed and sloppy, and from that point on no matter what they did people were counting the hours until the band split up. They struggled along for a while though, and started working on a second record, with Boyd again producing, though as Boyd later said “I probably shouldn't have been producing the record. My lack of respect for the group was clear, and couldn't have helped the atmosphere. We'd put out a record that had sold disappointingly, A&M was unhappy. Sandy's tracks on the first record are among the best things she ever did – the rest of it, who cares? And the artwork, Trevor's sister, was terrible. It would have been one thing if I'd been unhappy with it and it sold, and the group was working all the time, making money, but that wasn't the case … I knew what Sandy was capable of, and it was very upsetting to me.” The record would not be released for thirty-eight years: [Excerpt: Fotheringay, “Wild Mountain Thyme”] Witchseason was going badly into debt. Given all the fissioning of bands that we’ve already been talking about, Boyd had been stretched thin — he produced sixteen albums in 1970, and almost all of them lost money for the company. And he was getting more and more disillusioned with the people he was producing. He loved Beverly Martyn’s work, but had little time for her abusive husband John, who was dominating her recording and life more and more and would soon become a solo artist while making her stay at home (and stealing her ideas without giving her songwriting credit). The Incredible String Band were great, but they had recently converted to Scientology, which Boyd found annoying, and while he was working with all sorts of exciting artists like Vashti Bunyan and Nico, he was finding himself less and less important to the artists he mentored. Fairport Convention were a good example of this. After Denny and Hutchings had left the group, they’d decided to carry on as an electric folk group, performing an equal mix of originals by the Swarbrick and Thompson songwriting team and arrangements of traditional songs. The group were now far enough away from the “British Jefferson Airplane” label that they decided they didn’t need a female vocalist — and more realistically, while they’d been able to replace Judy Dyble, nobody was going to replace Sandy Denny. Though it’s rather surprising when one considers Thompson’s subsequent career that nobody seems to have thought of bringing in Denny’s friend Linda Peters, who was dating Joe Boyd at the time (as Denny had been before she met Lucas) as Denny’s replacement. Instead, they decided that Swarbrick and Thompson were going to share the vocals between them. They did, though, need a bass player to replace Hutchings. Swarbrick wanted to bring in Dave Pegg, with whom he had played in the Ian Campbell Folk Group, but the other band members initially thought the idea was a bad one. At the time, while they respected Swarbrick as a musician, they didn’t think he fully understood rock and roll yet, and they thought the idea of getting in a folkie who had played double bass rather than an electric rock bassist ridiculous. But they auditioned him to mollify Swarbrick, and found that he was exactly what they needed. As Joe Boyd later said “All those bass lines were great, Ashley invented them all, but he never could play them that well. He thought of them, but he was technically not a terrific bass player. He was a very inventive, melodic, bass player, but not a very powerful one technically. But having had the part explained to him once, Pegg was playing it better than Ashley had ever played it… In some rock bands, I think, ultimately, the bands that sound great, you can generally trace it to the bass player… it was at that point they became a great band, when they had Pegg.” The new lineup of Fairport decided to move in together, and found a former pub called the Angel, into which all the band members moved, along with their partners and children (Thompson was the only one who was single at this point) and their roadies. The group lived together quite happily, and one gets the impression that this was the period when they were most comfortable with each other, even though by this point they were a disparate group with disparate tastes, in music as in everything else. Several people have said that the only music all the band members could agree they liked at this point was the first two albums by The Band. With the departure of Hutchings from the band, Swarbrick and Thompson, as the strongest personalities and soloists, became in effect the joint leaders of the group, and they became collaborators as songwriters, trying to write new songs that were inspired by traditional music. Thompson described the process as “let’s take one line of this reel and slow it down and move it up a minor third and see what that does to it; let’s take one line of this ballad and make a whole song out of it. Chopping up the tradition to find new things to do… like a collage.” Generally speaking, Swarbrick and Thompson would sit by the fire and Swarbrick would play a melody he’d been working on, the two would work on it for a while, and Thompson would then go away and write the lyrics. This is how the two came up with songs like the nine-minute “Sloth”, a highlight of the next album, Full House, and one that would remain in Fairport’s live set for much of their career: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Sloth”] “Sloth” was titled that way because Thompson and Swarbrick were working on two tunes, a slow one and a fast one, and they jokingly named them “Sloth” and “Fasth”, but the latter got renamed to “Walk Awhile”, while “Sloth” kept its working title. But by this point, Boyd and Thompson were having a lot of conflict in the studio. Boyd was never the most technical of producers — he was one of those producers whose job is to gently guide the artists in the studio and create a space for the music to flourish, rather than the Joe Meek type with an intimate technical knowledge of the studio — and as the artists he was working with gained confidence in their own work they felt they had less and less need of him. During the making of the Full House album, Thompson and Boyd, according to Boyd, clashed on everything — every time Boyd thought Thompson had done a good solo, Thompson would say to erase it and let him have another go, while every time Boyd thought Thompson could do better, Thompson would say that was the take to keep. One of their biggest clashes was over Thompson’s song “Poor Will and the Jolly Hangman”, which was originally intended for release on the album, and is included in current reissues of it: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Poor Will and the Jolly Hangman”] Thompson had written that song inspired by what he thought was the unjust treatment of Alex Bramham, the driver in Fairport’s fatal car crash, by the courts — Bramham had been given a prison sentence of a few months for dangerous driving, while the group members thought he had not been at fault. Boyd thought it was one of the best things recorded for the album, but Thompson wasn’t happy with his vocal — there was one note at the top of the melody that he couldn’t quite hit — and insisted it be kept off the record, even though that meant it would be a shorter album than normal. He did this at such a late stage that early copies of the album actually had the title printed on the sleeve, but then blacked out. He now says in his autobiography “I could have persevered, double-tracked the voice, warmed up for longer – anything. It was a good track, and the record was lacking without it. When the album was re-released, the track was restored with a more confident vocal, and it has stayed there ever since.” During the sessions for Full House the group also recorded one non-album single, Thompson and Swarbrick’s “Now Be Thankful”: [Excerpt, Fairport Convention, “Now Be Thankful”] The B-side to that was a medley of two traditional tunes plus a Swarbrick original, but was given the deliberately ridiculous title “Sir B. McKenzie’s Daughter’s Lament For The 77th Mounted Lancers Retreat From The Straits Of Loch Knombe, In The Year Of Our Lord 1727, On The Occasion Of The Announcement Of Her Marriage To The Laird Of Kinleakie”: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Sir B. McKenzie’s Daughter’s Lament For The 77th Mounted Lancers Retreat From The Straits Of Loch Knombe, In The Year Of Our Lord 1727, On The Occasion Of The Announcement Of Her Marriage To The Laird Of Kinleakie”] The B. McKenzie in the title was a reference to the comic-strip character Barry McKenzie, a stereotype drunk Australian created for Private Eye magazine by the comedian Barry Humphries (later to become better known for his Dame Edna Everage character) but the title was chosen for one reason only — to get into the Guinness Book of Records for the song with the longest title. Which they did, though they were later displaced by the industrial band Test Dept, and their song “Long Live British Democracy Which Flourishes and Is Constantly Perfected Under the Immaculate Guidance of the Great, Honourable, Generous and Correct Margaret Hilda Thatcher. She Is the Blue Sky in the Hearts of All Nations. Our People Pay Homage and Bow in Deep Respect and Gratitude to Her. The Milk of Human Kindness”. Full House got excellent reviews in the music press, with Rolling Stone saying “The music shows that England has finally gotten her own equivalent to The Band… By calling Fairport an English equivalent of the Band, I meant that they have soaked up enough of the tradition of their countryfolk that it begins to show all over, while they maintain their roots in rock.” Off the back of this, the group went on their first US tour, culminating in a series of shows at the Troubadour in LA, on the same bill as Rick Nelson, which were recorded and later released as a live album: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Sloth (live)”] The Troubadour was one of the hippest venues at the time, and over their residency there the group got seen by many celebrities, some of whom joined them on stage. The first was Linda Ronstadt, who initially demurred, saying she didn’t know any of their songs. On being told they knew all of hers, she joined in with a rendition of “Silver Threads and Golden Needles”. Thompson was later asked to join Ronstadt’s backing band, who would go on to become the Eagles, but he said later of this offer “I would have hated it. I’d have hated being on the road with four or five miserable Americans — they always seem miserable. And if you see them now, they still look miserable on stage — like they don’t want to be there and they don’t like each other.” The group were also joined on stage at the Troubadour on one memorable night by some former bandmates of Pegg’s. Before joining the Ian Campbell Folk Group, Pegg had played around the Birmingham beat scene, and had been in bands with John Bonham and Robert Plant, who turned up to the Troubadour with their Led Zeppelin bandmate Jimmy Page (reports differ on whether the fourth member of Zeppelin, John Paul Jones, also came along). They all got up on stage together and jammed on songs like “Hey Joe”, “Louie Louie”, and various old Elvis tunes. The show was recorded, and the tapes are apparently still in the possession of Joe Boyd, who has said he refuses to release them in case he is murdered by the ghost of Peter Grant. According to Thompson, that night ended in a three-way drinking contest between Pegg, Bonham, and Janis Joplin, and it’s testament to how strong the drinking culture is around Fairport and the British folk scene in general that Pegg outdrank both of them. According to Thompson, Bonham was found naked by a swimming pool two days later, having missed two gigs. For all their hard rock image, Led Zeppelin were admirers of a lot of the British folk and folk-rock scene, and a few months later Sandy Denny would become the only outside vocalist ever to appear on a Led Zeppelin record when she duetted with Plant on “The Battle of Evermore” on the group’s fourth album: [Excerpt: Led Zeppelin, “The Battle of Evermore”] Denny would never actually get paid for her appearance on one of the best-selling albums of all time. That was, incidentally, not the only session that Denny was involved in around this time — she also sang on the soundtrack to a soft porn film titled Swedish Fly Girls, whose soundtrack was produced by Manfred Mann: [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “What Will I Do With Tomorrow?”] Shortly after Fairport’s trip to America, Joe Boyd decided he was giving up on Witchseason. The company was now losing money, and he was finding himself having to produce work for more and more acts as the various bands fissioned. The only ones he really cared about were Richard Thompson, who he was finding it more and more difficult to work with, Nick Drake, who wanted to do his next album with just an acoustic guitar anyway, Sandy Denny, who he felt was wasting her talents in Fotheringay, and Mike Heron of the Incredible String Band, who was more distant since his conversion to Scientology. Boyd did make some attempts to keep the company going. On a trip to Sweden, he negotiated an agreement with the manager and publisher of a Swedish band whose songs he’d found intriguing, the Hep Stars. Boyd was going to publish their songs in the UK, and in return that publisher, Stig Anderson, would get the rights to Witchseason’s catalogue in Scandinavia — a straight swap, with no money changing hands. But before Boyd could get round to signing the paperwork, he got a better offer from Mo Ostin of Warners — Ostin wanted Boyd to come over to LA and head up Warners’ new film music department. Boyd sold Witchseason to Island Records and moved to LA with his fiancee Linda Peters, spending the next few years working on music for films like Deliverance and A Clockwork Orange, as well as making his own documentary about Jimi Hendrix, and thus missed out on getting the UK publishing rights for ABBA, and all the income that would have brought him, for no money. And it was that decision that led to the breakup of Fotheringay. Just before Christmas 1970, Fotheringay were having a difficult session, recording the track “John the Gun”: [Excerpt: Fotheringay, “John the Gun”] Boyd got frustrated and kicked everyone out of the session, and went for a meal and several drinks with Denny. He kept insisting that she should dump the band and just go solo, and then something happened that the two of them would always describe differently. She asked him if he would continue to produce her records if she went solo, and he said he would. According to Boyd’s recollection of the events, he meant that he would fly back from California at some point to produce her records. According to Denny, he told her that if she went solo he would stay in Britain and not take the job in LA. This miscommunication was only discovered after Denny told the rest of Fotheringay after the Christmas break that she was splitting the band. Jerry Donahue has described that as the worst moment of his life, and Denny felt very guilty about breaking up a band with some of her closest friends in — and then when Boyd went over to the US anyway she felt a profound betrayal. Two days before Fotheringay’s final concert, in January 1971, Sandy Denny signed a solo deal with Island records, but her first solo album would not end up produced by Joe Boyd. Instead, The North Star Grassman and the Ravens was co-produced by Denny, John Wood — the engineer who had worked with Boyd on pretty much everything he’d produced, and Richard Thompson, who had just quit Fairport Convention, though he continued living with them at the Angel, at least until a truck crashed into the building in February 1971, destroying its entire front wall and forcing them to relocate. The songs chosen for The North Star Grassman and the Ravens reflected the kind of choices Denny would make on her future albums, and her eclectic taste in music. There was, of course, the obligatory Dylan cover, and the traditional folk ballad “Blackwaterside”, but there was also a cover version of Brenda Lee’s “Let’s Jump the Broomstick”: [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “Let’s Jump the Broomstick”] Most of the album, though, was made up of originals about various people in Denny’s life, like “Next Time Around”, about her ex-boyfriend Jackson C Frank: [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “Next Time Around”] The album made the top forty in the UK — Denny’s only solo album to do so — and led to her once again winning the “best female singer” award in Melody Maker’s readers’ poll that year — the male singer award was won by Rod Stewart. Both Stewart and Denny appeared the next year on the London Symphony Orchestra’s all-star version of The Who’s Tommy, which had originally been intended as a vehicle for Stewart before Roger Daltrey got involved. Stewart’s role was reduced to a single song, “Pinball Wizard”, while Denny sang on “It’s a Boy”: [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “It’s a Boy”] While Fotheringay had split up, all the band members play on The North Star Grassman and the Ravens. Guitarists Donahue and Lucas only play on a couple of the tracks, with Richard Thompson playing most of the guitar on the record. But Fotheringay’s rhythm section of Pat Donaldson and Gerry Conway play on almost every track. Another musician on the album, Ian Whiteman, would possibly have a profound effect on the future direction of Richard Thompson’s career and life. Whiteman was the former keyboard player for the mod band The Action, having joined them just before they became the blues-rock band Mighty Baby. But Mighty Baby had split up when all of the band except the lead singer had converted to Islam. Richard Thompson was on his own spiritual journey at this point, and became a Sufi – the same branch of Islam as Whiteman – soon after the session, though Thompson has said that his conversion was independent of Whiteman’s. The two did become very close and work together a lot in the mid-seventies though. Thompson had supposedly left Fairport because he was writing material that wasn’t suited to the band, but he spent more than a year after quitting the group working on sessions rather than doing anything with his own material, and these sessions tended to involve the same core group of musicians. One of the more unusual was a folk-rock supergroup called The Bunch, put together by Trevor Lucas. Richard Branson had recently bought a recording studio, and wanted a band to test it out before opening it up for commercial customers, so with this free studio time Lucas decided to record a set of fifties rock and roll covers. He gathered together Thompson, Denny, Whiteman, Ashley Hutchings, Dave Mattacks, Pat Donaldson, Gerry Conway, pianist Tony Cox, the horn section that would later form the core of the Average White Band, and Linda Peters, who had now split up with Joe Boyd and returned to the UK, and who had started dating Thompson. They recorded an album of covers of songs by Jerry Lee Lewis, the Everly Brothers, Johnny Otis and others: [Excerpt: The Bunch, “Willie and the Hand Jive”] The early seventies was a hugely productive time for this group of musicians, as they all continued playing on each other’s projects. One notable album was No Roses by Shirley Collins, which featured Thompson, Mattacks, Whiteman, Simon Nicol, Lal and Mike Waterson, and Ashley Hutchings, who was at that point married to Collins, as well as some more unusual musicians like the free jazz saxophonist Lol Coxhill: [Excerpt: Shirley Collins and the Albion Country Band, “Claudy Banks”] Collins was at the time the most respected female singer in British traditional music, and already had a substantial career including a series of important records made with her sister Dolly, work with guitarists like Davey Graham, and time spent in the 1950s collecting folk songs in the Southern US with her then partner Alan Lomax – according to Collins she did much of the actual work, but Lomax only mentioned her in a single sentence in his book on this work. Some of the same group of musicians went on to work on an album of traditional Morris dancing tunes, titled Morris On, credited to “Ashley Hutchings, Richard Thompson, Dave Mattacks, John Kirkpatrick and Barry Dransfield”, with Collins singing lead on two tracks: [Excerpt: Ashley Hutchings, Richard Thompson, Dave Mattacks, John Kirkpatrick and Barry Dransfield with Shirley Collins, “The Willow Tree”] Thompson thought that that album was the best of the various side projects he was involved in at the time, comparing it favourably to Rock On, which he thought was rather slight, saying later “Conceptually, Fairport, Ashley and myself and Sandy were developing a more fragile style of music that nobody else was particularly interested in, a British Folk Rock idea that had a logical development to it, although we all presented it our own way. Morris On was rather more true to what we were doing. Rock On was rather a retro step. I'm not sure it was lasting enough as a record but Sandy did sing really well on the Buddy Holly songs.” Hutchings used the musicians on No Roses and Morris On as the basis for his band the Albion Band, which continues to this day. Simon Nicol and Dave Mattacks both quit Fairport to join the Albion Band, though Mattacks soon returned. Nicol would not return to Fairport for several years, though, and for a long period in the mid-seventies Fairport Convention had no original members. Unfortunately, while Collins was involved in the Albion Band early on, she and Hutchings ended up divorcing, and the stress from the divorce led to Collins developing spasmodic dysphonia, a stress-related illness which makes it impossible for the sufferer to sing. She did eventually regain her vocal ability, but between 1978 and 2016 she was unable to perform at all, and lost decades of her career. Richard Thompson occasionally performed with the Albion Band early on, but he was getting stretched a little thin with all these sessions. Linda Peters said later of him “When I came back from America, he was working in Sandy’s band, and doing sessions by the score. Always with Pat Donaldson and Dave Mattacks. Richard would turn up with his guitar, one day he went along to do a session with one of those folkie lady singers — and there were Pat and DM. They all cracked. Richard smashed his amp and said “Right! No more sessions!” In 1972 he got round to releasing his first solo album, Henry the Human Fly, which featured guest appearances by Linda Peters and Sandy Denny among others: [Excerpt: Richard Thompson, “The Angels Took My Racehorse Away”] Unfortunately, while that album has later become regarded as one of the classics of its genre, at the time it was absolutely slated by the music press. The review in Melody Maker, for example, read in part “Some of Richard Thompson’s ideas sound great – which is really the saving grace of this album, because most of the music doesn’t. The tragedy is that Thompson’s “British rock music” is such an unconvincing concoction… Even the songs that do integrate rock and traditional styles of electric guitar rhythms and accordion and fiddle decoration – and also include explicit, meaningful lyrics are marred by bottle-up vocals, uninspiring guitar phrases and a general lack of conviction in performance.” Henry the Human Fly was released in the US by Warners, who had a reciprocal licensing deal with Island (and for whom Joe Boyd was working at the time, which may have had something to do with that) but according to Thompson it became the lowest-selling record that Warners ever put out (though I’ve also seen that claim made about Van Dyke Parks’ Song Cycle, another album that has later been rediscovered). Thompson was hugely depressed by this reaction, and blamed his own singing. Happily, though, by this point he and Linda had become a couple — they would marry in 1972 — and they started playing folk clubs as a duo, or sometimes in a trio with Simon Nicol. Thompson was also playing with Sandy Denny’s backing band at this point, and played on every track on her second solo album, Sandy. This album was meant to be her big commercial breakthrough, with a glamorous cover photo by David Bailey, and with a more American sound, including steel guitar by Sneaky Pete Kleinow of the Flying Burrito Brothers (whose overdubs were supervised in LA by Joe Boyd): [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “Tomorrow is a Long Time”] The album was given a big marketing push by Island, and “Listen, Listen” was made single of the week on the Radio 1 Breakfast show: [Excerpt: Sandy Denny, “Listen, Listen”] But it did even worse than the previous album, sending her into something of a depression. Linda Thompson (as the former Linda Peters now was) said of this period “After the Sandy album, it got her down that her popularity didn't suddenly increase in leaps and bounds, and that was the start of her really fretting about the way her career was going. Things only escalated after that. People like me or Martin Carthy or Norma Waterson would think, ‘What are you on about? This is folk music.'” After Sandy’s release, Denny realised she could no longer afford to tour with a band, and so went back to performing just acoustically or on piano. The only new music to be released by either of these ex-members of Fairport Convention in 1973 was, oddly, on an album by the band they were no longer members of. After Thompson had left Fairport, the group had managed to release two whole albums with the same lineup — Swarbrick, Nicol, Pegg, and Mattacks. But then Nicol and Mattacks had both quit the band to join the Albion Band with their former bandmate Ashley Hutchings, leading to a situation where the Albion Band had two original members of Fairport plus their longtime drummer while Fairport Convention itself had no original members and was down to just Swarbrick and Pegg. Needing to fulfil their contracts, they then recruited three former members of Fotheringay — Lucas on vocals and rhythm guitar, Donahue on lead guitar, and Conway on drums. Conway was only a session player at the time, and Mattacks soon returned to the band, but Lucas and Donahue became full-time members. This new lineup of Fairport Convention released two albums in 1973, widely regarded as the group’s most inconsistent records, and on the title track of the first, “Rosie”, Richard Thompson guested on guitar, with Sandy Denny and Linda Thompson on backing vocals: [Excerpt: Fairport Convention, “Rosie”] Neither Sandy Denny nor Richard Thompson released a record themselves in 1973, but in neither case was this through the artists’ choice. The record industry was changing in the early 1970s, as we’ll see in later episodes, and was less inclined to throw good money after bad in the pursuit of art. Island Records prided itself on being a home for great artists, but it was still a business, and needed to make money. We’ll talk about the OPEC oil crisis and its effect on the music industry much more when the podcast gets to 1973, but in brief, the production of oil by the US peaked in 1970 and started to decrease, leading to them importing more and more oil from the Middle East. As a result of this, oil prices rose slowly between 1971 and 1973, then very quickly towards the end of 1973 as a result of the Arab-Israeli conflict that year. As vinyl is made of oil, suddenly producing records became much more expensive, and in this period a lot of labels decided not to release already-completed albums, until what they hoped would be a brief period of shortages passed. Both Denny and Thompson recorded albums at this point that got put to one side by Island. In the case of Thompson, it was the first album by Richard and Linda as a duo, I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight: [Excerpt: Richard and Linda Thompson, “I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight”] Today, I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time, and as one of the two masterpieces that bookended Richard and Linda’s career as a duo and their marriage. But when they recorded the album, full of Richard’s dark songs, it was the opposite of commercial. Even a song that’s more or less a boy-girl song, like “Has He Got a Friend for Me?” has lyrics like “He wouldn’t notice me passing by/I could be in the gutter, or dangling down from a tree” [Excerpt: Richard and Linda Thompson, “Has He got a Friend For Me?”] While something like “The Calvary Cross” is oblique and haunted, and seems to cast a pall over the entire album: [Excerpt: Richard and Linda Thompson, “The Calvary Cross”] The album itself had been cheap to make — it had been recorded in only a week, with Thompson bringing in musicians he knew well and had worked with a lot previously to cut the tracks as-live in only a handful of takes — but Island didn’t think it was worth releasing. The record stayed on the shelf for nearly a year after recording, until Island got a new head of A&R, Richard Williams. Williams said of the album’s release “Muff Winwood had been doing A&R, but he was more interested in production… I had a conversation with Muff as soon as I got there, and he said there are a few hangovers, some outstanding problems. And one of them was Richard Thompson. He said there’s this album we gave him the money to make — which was I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight — and nobody’s very interested in it. Henry the Human Fly had been a bit of a commercial disappointment, and although Island was altruistic and independent and known for only recording good stuff, success was important… Either a record had to do well or somebody had to believe in it a lot. And it seemed as if neither of those things were true at that point of Richard.” Williams, though, was hugely impressed when he listened to the album. He compared Richard Thompson’s guitar playing to John Coltrane’s sax, and called Thompson “the folk poet of the rainy streets”, but also said “Linda brightened it, made it more commercial. and I thought that “Bright Lights” itself seemed a really commercial song.” The rest of the management at Island got caught up in Williams’ enthusiasm, and even decided to release the title track as a single: [Excerpt: Richard and Linda Thompson, “I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight”] Neither single nor album charted — indeed it would not be until 1991 that Richard Thompson would make a record that made the top forty in the UK — but the album got enough critical respect that Richard and Linda released two albums the year after. The first of these, Hokey Pokey, is a much more upbeat record than their previous one — Richard Thompson has called it “quite a music-hall influenced record” and cited the influence of George Formby and Harry Lauder. For once, the claim of music hall influence is audible in the music. Usually when a British musician is claimed to have a music ha

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! This episode is for anyone who has ever tried to self-help their way out of pain with green juice, breathwork, and a Pinterest-perfect morning routine, only to find themselves crying in bed at 5 a.m. trying to hold it all together. I sat down with Rich Life (yep, that's his actual name), and we cracked open a powerful convo about what happens when you finally stop trying to control every emotion and start listening to what's underneath. Rich didn't just change his name. He changed the entire way he moves through life, and now he helps others do the same by reconnecting with the wisdom that's been inside them all along.We explored what it really means to let go, why trying to "fix yourself" might be making things worse, and how judgment, fear, and overthinking can mask your most authentic self. Rich talked about emotional burnout, misdiagnosis, and the moment his body said, "Enough." And through it all, we came back to this simple truth: you are not broken. You're just buried under layers of noise that were never yours to begin with. If you've been looking for permission to slow down, feel deeply, and find your way home to yourself, this one is your permission slip.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Rich Life is the “Good Enough” coach. When someone tells him they aren't good enough, he never believes them. With more than 10 years experience in coaching and education, he uses metaphor and in the moment wisdom to guide clients toward innate wellness.  Rich helps achievers get the mental brakes off so they can accomplish more with less stress. Does thinking you aren't good enough block you from being your best? Reach out to Rich!Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Rich!Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtT4BAZI7_qr-Wq31sADAxy7jXNxiYgAnEmail: richliferealization@gmail.comWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! Taimi Lawler brought the fire and the heart in this conversation, y'all. From battling chronic anxiety and an undiagnosed autoimmune disease to finding deep healing through yoga, belief work, and cellular health, her story is one of fierce self-trust and refusing to settle for “just get on meds and deal with it.” Taimi took us through her journey of total life overhaul: turning constipation and panic attacks into a calling to help others stretch beyond their symptoms and into deep, sustainable healing. Her blend of mind-body practices with cellular and genetic testing helps her clients stop guessing and start living in alignment, and I couldn't stop nodding through this entire episode.What I loved most? Taimi doesn't just talk about awareness and healing, she embodies it. Whether it's dancing on the yoga mat like a soulful DJ or reading hair tissue like a forensic wellness wizard, she's all about honoring the body's signals, not silencing them. This convo reminded me how powerful it is to ask not just “What should I be doing?” but “Who am I when I'm doing it?” And the answer? Hopefully someone who's tuned in, breathing deeply, and maybe sipping a little extra magnesium.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: In her early 20s, she was a high-functioning perfectionist battling anxiety, panic attacks, sleepless nights, and chronic health issues while constantly striving to prove she was good enough. Rather than staying stuck in the symptoms, she committed to healing from the inside out. Today, she is an Integrative Anxiety Specialist, Certified Health Coach, and RYT500 Yoga Instructor. With a background in Speech and Language Pathology, she helps clients reduce anxiety and reclaim their energy through her 1:1 Aligned Program. Using genetic and cellular health testing alongside lifestyle and nervous system support, she creates personalized plans that help clients feel better, move more, and get shit done.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Taimi!Website: https://www.astretchbeyondyoga.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astretchbeyondyoga/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=%40stretchbeyondyoga%20&t=1749486144243Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! This conversation with Libby Supan lit me up in the best way. We got real about something that's become a lightning rod in the wellness world, GLP-1 medications, and unpacked the shame, fear, and judgment that often come with them. Libby brought her brilliance as a therapist and intuitive eating counselor, and together we explored what it means to make health decisions from a place of intention, not pressure. We talked body autonomy, the complexities of healing after disordered eating, and how critical thinking and curiosity can be more healing than any quick fix.I also opened up about my own experience, something I haven't shared publicly before, because it felt like the right moment. Not to defend a choice or offer a prescription, but to show what it looks like to move through this work with eyes wide open. Healing isn't one-size-fits-all, and this episode is a reminder that nuance, self-trust, and lived experience matter more than internet opinions. If you've been wrestling with how to hold both growth and choice in the same hand, this one's for you.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who brings deep personal insight to her work after recovering from a 20-year battle with an eating disorder. Her lived experience is the foundation of her passionate commitment to helping others heal.Libby runs a therapy and coaching practice that supports individuals who feel overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food and body image. She specializes in guiding those stuck in unhealthy eating patterns such as: emotional eating, overeating, binge eating and restricting food toward intuitive eating and lasting food freedom.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Also used “Check Yoself” By Ice Cube and “Ice Ice Baby” by Vanilla IceMentions:Libby's First Episode with me: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MSqYjdQntkZ7U9OPzfshp?si=3e57a80c48cd44a0GLP-1 Studies I've looked at: We caught a few typos and are making some tweaks. The corrected version will be uploaded soon. Thanks for your patience!About Me Story: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/my-beastly-storyBook: Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse ReschConnect with Libby!Phone: (562) 999-1263Email: libby@libbysupan.comWebsite:https://www.libbysupan.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/foodfreedomwithlibbyFacebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/foodfreedomwithlibby/Free Training: Register here: https://foodfreedomwithlibby.com/register-igWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

Join DiscourseThe Spotlight is inspired and informed by our Discourse community. If you want to be part of that, sharing insights and inspiration with listeners, you can become a Patron of the Podcast here, make a monthly pledge, and the VIP room is yours to explore! It won't cost you even 2% of what the Enhanced Games are charging, and our advice actually works, and is safe!Show notesAt 1:09. In the Discourse Digest news roundup, Gareth and Ross tackle three stories where science and policy collide. First up, the Enhanced Games' latest scheme—inviting people to pay $399/month for performance-enhancing drug guidance under the guise of anti-aging and health. Then, a look at World Boxing's new sex screening policy for the women's category: what the language really means, why it matters, and how sport might manage it. Finally, a compromise attempt in California where extra medals are awarded to navigate the inclusion of trans-identified males in girls' sport—Gareth and Ross explore what's gained and lost in that trade-offAt 25:39. A new Listener Lens feature this week comes from Discourse member Tony, who asks: how should you judge your warm-up before a race? Ross and Gareth explore what a warm-up really prepares—neuromuscular readiness, not just heart rate—and share insights from fellow Discourse members who've fine-tuned their routinesAt 33:35. And Finally (not quite today!), British ultra runner William Goodge is under fire after suspicious data emerged from his trans-Australia record attempt. Ross recalls a similar case he investigated, and the duo asks: why, in an age of abundant tracking tech, are we still debating whether these runs really happened?At 42:58. This week's Center Stage belongs to one of the most dramatic finales in recent Grand Tour history. Simon Yates won the Giro d'Italia with a stunning final mountain stage raid—equal parts science, strategy, and surprise. Mike and Ross unpack the physiology and tactics behind Yates' triumph: Did del Toro and Carapaz concede the maglia rosa because they hit their physiological limits, or were they undone by tactical missteps and pacing errors? And what about Wout van Aert, the satellite rider whose power and presence may have changed the race's outcome? From record-breaking efforts to tactical stalemates, we break down the science that decided the GiroLinksNick Harris on the Enhanced Games dealWorld Boxing announce the sex screening policyTony's question about Warmup HR, as discussed in Listener Lens (Discourse members only)Story of Rob Young's questioned ultra performance, with a link to the report I co-wrote on itAnalysis of Yates' record performance on the FinestereDerek Gee's Strava file Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show! When I sat down with Sri Mahabir, I expected a conversation about content and strategy, but what I got was a full-on masterclass in authenticity, grief, growth, and grit. Sri didn't just fall into social media management. She resisted the label until her life and business quite literally demanded it. From helping people get camera-ready to building strategy for doctors and lawyers, her journey is a perfect example of how saying yes to that one thing can actually open doors to all the things. We talked about how fear of judgment stops people from hitting record, and Sri reminded me (and now you) that what we're often scared of isn't being on camera. It's what might happen after we post. But we miss out on so much when we let that fear win.What moved me the most was her honesty about showing up in the hard seasons, like after being assaulted and losing her father in the same month. She could have hidden, but instead, she used the camera as a place to process, connect, and eventually heal. Her message was clear. Share what you want, when you're ready, but don't underestimate the impact of your story. Someone out there is waiting to hear it, not because it's perfect, but because it's real. Sri is the kind of guest that makes you feel both seen and called in, like she's handing you permission to be messy, to be human, and to still hit record anyway.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: In spite of her camera shyness, Sri Mahabir was determined to share her story and the stories of other entrepreneurs. In April of 2020,  Sri created the IG live series Journey of an Entrepreneur.”  After interviewing 100 entrepreneurs, she realized her passion. Sri helps medical, dental and law practices to build awareness to their practices by using social media, video, and podcasts  to bring in leads, opportunities for public speaking engagements, and being a guest on a podcast.  Sri is a social media manager and remote producer who offers a done-for-you service: social media management, live recording of content, video editing, and producing your live streaming show or podcast. Sri has another show which she guest Hosts w/ Russ Hedge & D Scott Wednesdays Morning on IG called The Experience Backstage Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Sri!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/SrimahabirWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! This episode is a special one. I got to sit down with my first couple guests, Brian and Erica McKay, and let me tell you, they brought the realness. We went deep into what it means to do relationship work from the inside out because these two didn't just read the books and slap a coaching title on their IG bios. Nope. They lived it. From divorces and betrayal to repeating old patterns and nearly calling it quits, they laid it all out. But what got me was how they didn't just look outward for answers. They turned inward, did the messy trial and error work, and created a relationship roadmap they now use to help other couples thrive.We talked about fighting the problem instead of each other, why your communication skills might be the real relationship MVP, and how everything from your blood sugar to your sleep habits can either fuel your love life or slowly torch it. Erica and Brian's approach to couple to couple coaching is one I'd never heard before, and now I can't stop thinking about how brilliant it is. If you've ever found yourself thinking “we love each other, but we can't seem to make it work,” this convo is the permission slip and playbook you didn't know you needed.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Brian and Erica McKay are Gottman Certified Relationship Coaches and co-founders of BE Connected Relationship Coaching.With over a decade of marriage and years of coaching experience, they created the CONNECTED METHOD™—a proven framework that helps couples break the cycle of conflict and rediscover true intimacy. Their unique 2-on-2 coaching model has helped hundreds of couples communicate better, rebuild trust, and create deeply connected relationships.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Mentions:Blog article about Sleep: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/post/sleep-the-ultimate-glow-up-potion-youve-been-snoozing-onConnect with Brian and Erica!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beconnectedrelationships/Calendly: to schedule a complimentary couples relationship strategy session: https://calendly.com/beconnectedrelationshipcoaching/relationship-strategy-sessionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/beconnectedrelationshipcoaching?mibextid=wwXIfrWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. Damn. This episode lit me up. I got to sit down with Melani, aka The Love Coach, and y'all… we went in. Melani isn't just tossing around heart emojis and affirmations. This woman has lived through some serious chapters and came out with a roadmap for self-love and real healing. She opened up about the slump she hit after her son left the house and how hiring a coach helped her rediscover her purpose. That purpose? Helping people peel back their emotional layers, onion tears and all, and get honest about what's actually keeping them from the love they crave. Spoiler: it usually starts with a whole lot of unresolved trauma and a disconnection from your authentic self.We talked about how microtraumas, attachment styles, and unhealed wounds can sneak into our relationships like little emotional landmines, and how real healing doesn't end just because you left the toxic relationship or finally met someone new. Melani broke down the importance of dating yourself (yes, like concerts and roller coasters, party of one!) and how being alone doesn't mean being lonely. She reminded me, and hopefully you too, that loving yourself is the foundation for receiving love from anyone else. And if you're stuck in the cycle of jumping from relationship to relationship, it might be time to pause, get out of those DMs, and turn inward. Because as Melani said, healing is ongoing and you are so worthy of doing that work.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Melani Le'ona, known as The Love Coach, is a trauma healer, relationship strategist, and expert in attachment healing. She helps men, women, and couples break destructive patterns, rewire insecure attachment, and do the deep healing required to experience secure, soulful, and aligned relationships. With a background in psychology and a no-BS approach to transformation, Melani teaches that love isn't the healer. We are. And when we do the work, we create love that's built to last. She has your roadmap to the destination you've been dreaming of!Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Melani!Website: www.SheistheLoveCoach.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheisthelovecoach?igsh=cG45cXZ0cG5ta3Bs&utm_source=qrTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelovecoach?_t=ZP-8wUsWBapKZC&_r=1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/12LG2xFDgkK/?mibextid=wwXIfrWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. This conversation with Shaté lit my soul on fire. From the moment we met, it felt like two introverted empaths met at a crossroads of “I love people” and “Please don't talk to me.” Shaté is this wildly wise, soft-spoken powerhouse who helps people build careers from the inside out. She shared how her own health, and we're talking mental, emotional, and spiritual here, was deeply impacted by learning to accept herself, own her nonlinear story, and stop people-pleasing her way through life. We unpacked the kind of self-awareness that only therapy, boundaries, and aging into your full damn self can teach you. She reminded me (and maybe you too?) that being “too sensitive” isn't a flaw. It's a freakin' superpower.We also dove deep into the wild idea that maybe becoming isn't about adding more; maybe it's about unbecoming all the noise we picked up along the way. The boxes. The masks. The “who do you want me to be” energy. Shaté dropped some truth bombs about how your career is part of your health, how loving your work actually improves your physical and financial well-being, and how self-expression might just be the path to everything you've ever wanted. This episode isn't just a pep talk. It's a permission slip to build a life that feels like home to you. Be your favorite person now. Don't wait.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Shaté Hayes is the secret weapon behind countless career success stories. A former dancer turned career and business strategist, she transforms creatives' unique skills into fulfilling business paths — and through her company Career Steward, she helps small businesses win contracts and build genuine influence. With experience leading career programs for thousands, Shaté has cracked the code on transforming hidden entrepreneurs into opportunity magnets.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Shaté!Freebie: www.lightmycareermatch.comWebsite: www.careersteward.coLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sedwards1908Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

So y'all know I'm a sucker for a good “know thyself” moment, and Dominic came in hot with a masterclass on self-mastery, curiosity, and the very real power of actually liking yourself. We talked about how most of us have been taught to look outside ourselves for approval, instruction, and even identity, and how the real work (the delicious, messy, glorious work) is in turning inward. Dominic broke down the concept of finding your “edges”, those fear-based borders that show us where we've stopped exploring, and how real growth happens when we gently push past them. He compared it to lifting in the gym: you don't go from squatting 185 to 400 overnight. You show up, you stay curious, and you chip away at those limitations rep by rep, choice by choice. Preach.And when he started talking about the body? Oof, I felt that. If you've ever worked with me, you know I'm all about reconnecting with your body after years of diet culture disconnection. Dominic echoed this hard, reminding us that movement isn't about aesthetics, it's about discovering what your body can do, and using that information to fuel your emotional and even spiritual well-being. We had this moment talking about crying at sunrises (yes, I cry at sunrises now, don't come for me), and it all tied back to being present enough, grounded enough, nourished enough in your body and your nervous system, to actually feel the beauty of life. This episode was like a deep stretch for the soul. You're gonna want to hear it.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Dominic, known as the Inner Peace Advisor, helps people around the world access a deeper state of self-awareness and lasting inner peace. Drawing from a unique blend of coaching, NLP, Tantra, and remote healing, along with degrees from Stanford (B.S. in Engineering) and Wharton (MBA), he guides clients in dissolving limiting beliefs and aligning with their true selves. His approach is rooted in contemplation, self-knowledge, and the belief that inner peace is not an emotion, but a powerful state of being that transforms how we engage with life.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Dominic!Website: https://explorewithdominic.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerpeaceadvisorWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. This conversation with Rob Lohman cracked me wide open in the best way. Rob's story is one of redemption, resilience, and raw honesty, and it hits deep. From battling addiction and suicidal ideation to rediscovering his faith and building a new life rooted in purpose, Rob doesn't just talk about recovery, he lives it. He shares the moment God told him, “You're done,” and the weight of that literal and metaphorical barbell he nearly let end it all. Instead, Rob chose to fight. To feel. To recover. And now he helps others do the same through his coaching, podcasting, and deeply personal work in the addiction recovery world.We also get into the messy middle of healing, how guilt, shame, and insecurity linger even after the substances are gone, and how movement, connection, and calling things like scars and spider veins by name (shoutout to Fred) can help us reclaim our power. Rob reminds us that recovery isn't a checkbox. It's a way of life. A decision we make every single day. This episode is packed with hard truths, grace-filled wisdom, and that signature blend of faith and grit that makes Rob who he is. If you're in the middle of the mess, this one's for you.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: From the depths of addiction and incarceration to thriving as a dynamic speaker and entrepreneur, Rob Lohman is a powerful example of redemption and resilience. Sober since 2001, Rob uses his story of addiction, suicide ideation, prison, and ultimate transformation to inspire others through keynote speaking, coaching, interventions, and advocacy. He's the founder of ChristianRehabServices.com, RecoveryBrick.com, and RobLohmanSpeaks.com, and the host of Beyond the Bars Radio and Addiction, Freedom & Faith podcasts. Rob has been featured in Podcast Magazine, Authority Magazine, and Prison Fellowship's Inside Journal, and he continues to empower individuals and organizations to break free from life's darkest challenges and live with purpose and faith.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Rob!Websites: www.ChristianRehabServices.comRobLohmanSpeaks.comRecoveryBrick.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/RobLohmanLiftedFromTheRut/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roblohman_lifted/LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlohman/ Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In this episode, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with the adventurous and wildly insightful Taryn Swanepoel. Born in South Africa, raised in Canada, and now living her best life in Costa Rica, Taryn's story is a masterclass in following your inner call, even when it leads you way off the beaten path. We talked about what it's like to uproot your life when your soul starts whispering (or screaming) that it's time for something new, and how sometimes the scariest decisions lead to the richest, most meaningful chapters. Spoiler alert: she made me rethink my own itch to pack up and move after hitting my seven-year mark in one place.But that is just the beginning. We also dove deep into the world of psilocybin therapy (yes, magic mushrooms, but not the party kind) and how Taryn helps people use this powerful plant medicine to heal from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and the stuck loops we all get trapped in. Her personal story of discovering psilocybin while searching for ways to help her partner through debilitating chronic pain had me sitting back in total awe by the end. This conversation cracked wide open the idea that true healing does not just happen by fixing what is broken. It happens by bravely choosing new paths, over and over again. You are going to love her.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Taryn Swanepoel is a breathwork facilitator, yoga instructor, nutrition coach, and the creator of The Microdose Method—an integrative program combining psilocybin microdosing with somatic and spiritual practices to help people in midlife reignite clarity, energy, and purpose. Drawing from her own journey through burnout and transformation, Taryn guides clients with a trauma-informed, heart-centered approach that blends science and soul. She lives in Costa Rica, where she leads retreats and online programs for high-achieving individuals seeking lasting change.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Taryn!Website: www.beyondbreath.caRetreats in Costa Rica: Beyond BreathMichael Pollan's Book: How To Change Your MindOther resources: Ayelet Waldman's book on microdosing: A Really Good DayWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In this episode, I sat down with the amazing Robyn Smith, a trauma and relationship coach, yoga teacher of 30 years, and all-around wisdom-dropper now living in Costa Rica. Robyn opened up about how early attachment wounds shaped her self-worth and relationships, and how no amount of yoga or meditation could replace the deeper healing she needed. It wasn't until she turned to coaching that things truly started to shift, helping her build real friendships, inner peace, and a healthy relationship with herself and others.We talked about how trauma shows up in our bodies, our health, and our ability to connect, and why real change starts with self-compassion. Robyn shares practical tips for improving communication, setting boundaries, and learning to speak your truth without blame. If you've ever wondered why you keep repeating old patterns or why relationships feel harder than they should, this episode is a powerful starting point.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Robyn Smith is an award-winning speaker and master trauma, communication, and relationship coach for women. Founder of the Rock Your Relationship movement, she's helped thousands transform frustration into fulfillment by cultivating deeper, more conscious, and loving connections. With her thriving 23-year marriage as inspiration, Robyn combines practical relationship strategies with emotional healing to create lasting change. Her approach goes beyond communication, reshaping how women experience love and connection. As a certified master trauma coach, she specializes in helping clients break free from trauma and unhealthy patterns, restoring harmony within relationships and within themselves.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Robyn!Grab the FREE Connection Cure  Communication Checklist here:https://consciousthrivingrelationships.com/ultimate-communication-checklist/Follow Robyn on YouTube Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCprnkDKhwO6Nr1YR5rasnBA/videosJoin Rock Your Relationships Sisterhood Facebook Group Here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/consciousthrivingrelationshipsLearn more about Robyn's Trauma and Relationship Coaching Here:https://consciousthrivingrelationships.com/Schedule a FREE 1-1 session to unlock where you're stuck in your relationship here:  https://calendly.com/robyn-smith-coach/relationship-breakthrough-sessionWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleZoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In today's episode, I sat down with the powerhouse Booty Kicking Ballerina herself, Rachel Jenks. If you have ever felt like your body betrayed you, this conversation is going to hit you right in the heart. Rachel shares her story of chasing her dream as a professional ballerina, only to hit rock bottom physically, mentally, and emotionally when perfection pushed her past her limits. What blew me away was how she used that breaking point as a launchpad for radical healing, learning to love, listen to, and honor her body instead of punishing it. Spoiler: her comeback is not about going harder, it is about going deeper.Rachel and I dive into the mindset shifts that changed everything for both of us, moving from discipline as punishment to movement as partnership. We talk about the power of keeping promises to yourself, tuning into what your body actually needs, and building an identity around loving how you move, not hating how you look. This episode is a permission slip to ditch the shame, embrace your inner powerhouse, and treat your body like the brilliant, badass ally it is. Get ready to feel seen, empowered, and fired up.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Rachel Jenks, also known as the Booty Kicking Ballerina, is a seasoned coach, NASM Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist, personal trainer, and health coach who helps dancers and high performers move pain-free and reconnect with their bodies. Combining her professional ballet background with her expertise in movement and mind-body connection, Rachel delivers transformative results for her clients.After injury and unhealthy mindsets ended her ballet career, Rachel refused to accept a life of chronic pain. Her decades-long healing journey fueled her passion for helping others strengthen not just their bodies, but their whole selves. She also spent two decades in marketing, founded The Brand Boss Studio, hosted The Brand Boss Show podcast, and authored the Amazon bestseller Morning Tea. Today, she is dedicated to coaching, speaking, and sharing her love for movement, adventure, and creative living.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Rachel!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bootykickingballerinaWebsite: https://bootykickingballerina.comWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. It was the first step in my coaching journey and changed everything. His teaching goes deep, focusing on real emotional freedom, not surface strategies. Whether you want to coach or simply show up more fully for others, this program is a game-changer. If your heart's nudging you, take this as your sign. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In this episode, I sat down with the radiant Lucia—who I swear feels like a long-lost soul sister I just met five minutes ago. Lucia is a Holistic Health Mentor (yes, capitalized, because she's the real deal), and we dove deep into what it means to live a fully aligned, juicy, multi-dimensional life. From her childhood fascination with crystals and ancient cultures to navigating the dark night of the teenage soul, Lucia's path to healing and empowerment has been a whole vibe. We explored everything from menstrual cycles to human design, and how tuning into your intuition, like actually listening to that gut feeling, not just pretending it's indigestion, can totally change your life. Spoiler alert: I'm a Manifesting Generator, which explains my obsession with bouncy houses, karaoke, and fitting an entire theme park into a Tuesday.Lucia broke down human design in a way that made my soul do a happy little cha-cha. She walked me through my chart (yes, we did a mini live reading!) and showed how understanding your energy type can literally rewire how you move through the world, from how you rest, to what kind of environments help you thrive, to why my happiest exhausted face shows up after a day of pure alignment. We talked about how our energy influences not just our health, but the people around us, and how parenting with this awareness can be game-changing. If you've ever felt like traditional health advice didn't quite fit, or like you're craving a deeper, more personalized path to wellness, this episode is your permission slip to dive headfirst into the magical, science-meets-soul rabbit hole of human design.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Everyone desires to feel energized and confident every single day, and Lucia has discovered the secret to achieving just that. With over 11 years of experience, Lucia has initiated and guided more than 1,000 clients worldwide, holding the space for YOU to reclaim your inner power without spending more years feeling tired and fearful."Be energized and confident no matter what." Lucia specializes in guiding established and aspiring artists and coaches back to their natural selves through lifestyle coaching rooted in science and spirituality. Her approach is built on three pillars:-Menstrual Cycle Awareness Mentoring-Mindful Evidence-Based Nutrition Mentoring-Human Design ReadingsAs your channel between science and spirituality, Lucia utilizes a vast range of healing modalities, including meditation, Human Design, intuitive channeling, and painting. Most importantly, she co-creates with your light-shining energy, initiating you deeper and wider into your true potential.Lucia's greatest passion is to help you experience the sovereignty of your lifestyle choices. When you choose to live in harmony with your choices, you influence your health and well-being, inner cycles, the collective, and planet Earth.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Lucia!Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucia-lodererova-570052197/Booking Page: https://calendly.com/luciafidah/human-design-reading-1-2-1Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In this episode, I sat down with the incredible Suyapa, a licensed clinical social worker and fellow eldest daughter who knows all about the pressure of having it all together. She opened up about growing up in a Mexican and Honduran family, caring for her siblings who live with disabilities and mental health challenges, and what it means to carry adult responsibilities before you even hit your teen years. We talked about what it's like to be the one who always holds it down, the emotional weight that comes with that role, and how it shapes our relationships, our bodies, and our sense of self.This one hit me in the feels. Suyapa and I got real about hyper-independence, loneliness, and how healing starts when we finally give ourselves permission to ask for help. We also dove into how our past can mess with our self-trust, and how unlearning old narratives takes serious patience and compassion. Whether you're navigating your own healing, supporting a family member, or just trying to figure out who you are under all the pressure, this episode will remind you that you're not alone, and that connection really can be medicine.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Suyapa is a trauma-informed, culturally responsive licensed clinical social worker therapist who specializes in working with BIPOC adults navigating the complexities of having disabled siblings or siblings living with mental health and substance misuse challenges. With over 14 years of experience, she focuses on trauma and anxiety symptoms, using EMDR, Brainspotting, and a strong social justice lens to help clients heal from intergenerational wounds, unlearn people-pleasing, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Suyapa offers virtual therapy services throughout California, Florida, and Nevada.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Suyapa!Website : https://www.suyapasutherapist.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suyapasutherapistWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! This episode with Jessica Summers felt like meeting a soul twin I didn't know I had. We jumped straight in, talking about why “simple” tasks can feel impossibly complicated and how we've both had to unlearn the idea that we should be able to do everything ourselves. From latchkey kid survival tactics to the pressure of being good at all the things, we unpacked what it really means to ask for help, why that can be so hard, and how burnout is often the price we pay for pretending we don't need support.Jessica and I also got fired up about the diet industry and the shame it profits off of. We talked about the lies we've been sold, the disconnection so many of us feel from our bodies, and why intuitive eating flipped the script for me in the best way. This conversation touches on body image, addiction, mental health, and the power of finally deciding to stop performing for the world and start healing for yourself. It's raw, real, and one of those episodes that might just change how you see yourself.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Jessica!Website : www.jessica-summers.comLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jessica-summers-b12680182Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/2todNJ0Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. This episode of Unveiling the Beast was pure soul fuel. I sat down with the radiant Tylynn Mackenzie, a modern day medicine woman whose healing powers stretch across lifetimes, literally. From massage therapy and Reiki to past life regressions and astrology, Tylynn's work is all about helping people peel back the layers of pain, trauma, and old patterns to uncover their truest selves. And y'all know that speaks to my whole brand. Those protective layers we build up over time? She's helping people shed them with intention and grace. Her story of escaping an abusive relationship, discovering massage as a path to heal her own body, and then letting that path crack open all her other spiritual gifts? Goosebumps. Straight-up goosebumps.We also got real about postpartum healing, how our society fails moms, and why self-care isn't a luxury, it's survival. Tylynn reminded us that healing is never one size fits all. It's layered, it's messy, and it's sacred. She beautifully explained how modalities like Reiki and astrology aren't just “woo,” they're tools for self-discovery and empowerment. And listen, if you've ever felt like your soul's been here before, her take on past lives and soul patterns might just blow your mind wide open. This episode was like a warm hug, a wake-up call, and a cosmic pep talk all in one. So if you're feeling stuck, disconnected, or just curious about what your body's trying to say, this is your sign to tune in and start unveiling your own beast.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Tylynn Mackenzie is on a mission to experience radiance in her body, mind, and soul while helping her fellow humans shine at their fullest capacity as well through a variety of modalities. She is a multifaceted healer- a massage therapist, a reiki master, an astrologer, a tarot reader, a yomassage teacher, an akashic records reader, a past life regressionist and a modern day vision singer practicing shamanic techniques. In 2015, massage therapy school was her catalyst into the world of healing. She graduated in May of 2016 and has been on her healing journey ever since! She is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point release, prenatal, gua sha, cupping, reflexology and energy healing. She utilizes her intuitive gifts of clairsentiance and clairvoyance with all of the modalities she practices. The more awareness humanity has of our divinity, of our soul purpose, of our karmic imprints, and of our innate gifts, the more our world heals. Learn more about Tylynn here- templeradiance.comMusic by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Tylynn!Website : https://www.templeradiance.comWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

Global stock markets have continued to plunge in response to President Trump's tariff announcement. This comes as China has announced retaliation tax of 34% against the United States for the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. However, India is taking a different approach to China, although it was hoping to reach a deal with the US before Trump imposed 27% tariffs. Rob Young will hear from a former India Commerce Secretary. And what does it mean for Lesotho, the 50% tariffs imposed on the small Southern African country? The CEO of the Private Sector Foundation of Lesotho explains. And the final countdown to another TikTok ban is on, and 170 million US users' scrolling and posting is hanging in the balance again.

What up, Beasts. This episode of Unveiling the Beast was pure soul fuel. I sat down with the radiant Tylynn Mackenzie, a modern day medicine woman whose healing powers stretch across lifetimes, literally. From massage therapy and Reiki to past life regressions and astrology, Tylynn's work is all about helping people peel back the layers of pain, trauma, and old patterns to uncover their truest selves. And y'all know that speaks to my whole brand. Those protective layers we build up over time? She's helping people shed them with intention and grace. Her story of escaping an abusive relationship, discovering massage as a path to heal her own body, and then letting that path crack open all her other spiritual gifts? Goosebumps. Straight-up goosebumps.We also got real about postpartum healing, how our society fails moms, and why self-care isn't a luxury, it's survival. Tylynn reminded us that healing is never one size fits all. It's layered, it's messy, and it's sacred. She beautifully explained how modalities like Reiki and astrology aren't just “woo,” they're tools for self-discovery and empowerment. And listen, if you've ever felt like your soul's been here before, her take on past lives and soul patterns might just blow your mind wide open. This episode was like a warm hug, a wake-up call, and a cosmic pep talk all in one. So if you're feeling stuck, disconnected, or just curious about what your body's trying to say, this is your sign to tune in and start unveiling your own beast.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Tylynn Mackenzie is on a mission to experience radiance in her body, mind, and soul while helping her fellow humans shine at their fullest capacity as well through a variety of modalities. She is a multifaceted healer- a massage therapist, a reiki master, an astrologer, a tarot reader, a yomassage teacher, an akashic records reader, a past life regressionist and a modern day vision singer practicing shamanic techniques. In 2015, massage therapy school was her catalyst into the world of healing. She graduated in May of 2016 and has been on her healing journey ever since! She is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point release, prenatal, gua sha, cupping, reflexology and energy healing. She utilizes her intuitive gifts of clairsentiance and clairvoyance with all of the modalities she practices. The more awareness humanity has of our divinity, of our soul purpose, of our karmic imprints, and of our innate gifts, the more our world heals. Learn more about Tylynn here- templeradiance.comMusic by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Tylynn!Website : https://www.templeradiance.comWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body?What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

Best Damn Audio with a Mr. T commercial compilation and a stroke reporter Rob Young from Borderlands Comics and SC ComiCon comes on to talk about this year's convention

The Rob Brown Show 4/2/25 hour 4-Rob Young and Mark Binetti full Rob and Lonzo talk What the X and Interview Rob Young from SC Comicon and Mark Binetti, Voice of the Greenville Swamp Rabbits 2874 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:32:50 +0000 N5jdm7SVNdJQMpv5K0QzElpn15OKE8ff comic con,greenville swamp rabbits,sports,hockey,wrestling The Rob Brown Show comic con,greenville swamp rabbits,sports,hockey,wrestling The Rob Brown Show 4/2/25 hour 4-Rob Young and Mark Binetti Rob Brown is the newest addition to The Fan Upstate’s leading line-up of local talk shows! Rob has been in the radio business for over 14 years and his happy to now call the Upstate his home! The Rob Brown Show isn't your normal sports talk show. It's not yelling about stats or forcing contrived arguments for the sake of confrontation. The Rob Brown Show is your three hour daily escape from the mundane, and an adventure into the human side of sports. When Rob comes on the air, he isn't there to talk at you. Here's there to talk to you about the things that make sports fun and interesting. Rob will still tackle the controversial, and has no shortage of opinions about any and all sports topics that matter to Upstate South Carolina. But at the end of the day, The Rob Brown Show is a gathering place, a spot for sports fans of all walks of life to come together, laugh, joke and talk about sports the way that actual human beings want to do. When Rob isn’t on the air, he also plays music in an 80's cover band for fun. The Rob Brown Show, weekdays 9am to Noon on The Fan Upstate! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports Hockey Wrestling False https://player.amperwavepodcasti

What up, Beasts. This interview with Alicia hit me right in the soul, and I mean the deep, buried-under-layers-of-conditioning part of my soul. Alicia's story is such a powerful reminder that the work we do on ourselves ripples outward, often in ways we don't even see at first. She shared how growing up in a fear-based, religious household led to years of carrying wounds that showed up in her relationships, business, and sense of self-worth. But it wasn't until she dug into inner child work, reconnecting with little Alicia, that real transformation happened. Her healing journey wasn't linear, and it didn't come with a 10-step guide or a six-figure launch plan. It came with curiosity, surrender, and an openness to things like energy healing and breathwork, even when the logical mind didn't fully get it yet.What really stuck with me was how Alicia explained the connection between unhealed emotional wounds and the physical body. As someone who coaches people through their relationships with food and movement, I felt that deep. So many of us are trying to white-knuckle our way through workouts and kale salads, thinking that will fix everything, but we're ignoring the little voice inside that's still holding onto fear, guilt, or shame. Alicia said it best: it's like trying to swim with a bag of rocks tied to your waist. The goal isn't just to look strong, it's to feel strong and safe in our bodies, minds, and spirits. And when we stop tying our worth to external validation, whether it's a scale, a salary, or someone else's approval, we finally get to live from a place of freedom and truth.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Alicia Farricielli is a leadership strategist, emotional intelligence expert, and business consultant with over 20 years of experience helping executives and entrepreneurs lead with confidence and clarity. Holding a B.Msc. in Metaphysical Science, she combines intuitive insight with cutting-edge leadership strategies to guide clients through high-pressure environments without burnout. Drawing from a rich background in corporate leadership, PR, entrepreneurship, and industries like real estate and sales, Alicia empowers professionals to master emotional intelligence, make smarter decisions, and build resilient, high-performing teams. She shares her insights through executive coaching, corporate workshops, keynote speaking, and as host of The Intuitive Revolution Podcast, equipping leaders with tools to thrive in any economy.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Alicia!Website : https://aliciafarricielli.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciafarricielliInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/alicia_farricielliLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciafarricielliYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRJ8Sol2nPin0bvP8D7T_nQWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it. https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts. This episode is a heart-hitter in the best way. I sat down with the brilliant Gabby Mottershead, a cancer thriver, coach, and total powerhouse who shared her story of being diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at 44, and how it completely changed the way she shows up for her life. From leaving behind a high-powered (and high-stress) corporate finance career to rediscovering herself through healing, mindset shifts, and some real talk with her own inner critic, Gabby opened up about what it means to not just survive, but actually live after trauma. Spoiler alert: it's not a quick “ring the bell and move on” kind of vibe. It's layered, like onions and emotional lasagna.We got into the messy magic of post-traumatic growth, how people-pleasing and mom guilt can sneak into every corner of life, and why so many of us have been sprinting on the hamster wheel of “not enoughness.” Gabby dropped gems about boundaries, self-kindness, and making empowering choices, like unfollowing toxic social media accounts or finally saying “no” without an apology. This convo will hit home if you've ever felt like you're doing all the things and still losing yourself in the process. So grab your favorite mug, get cozy, and let's dive deep into healing, hustle detoxing, and becoming your own damn best friend.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Gabby Mottershead is from Manchester, England and is the founder of Confidence After Cancer, she provides coaching and support for women after cancer treatment.  She has written a short book, Supreme Confidence in 7 Days in which she says ‘The good news is that confidence can be learnt if you are willing to make some changes. In this book you will learn 7 simple steps to increase your confidence level.Gabby works over zoom with women all around the world who want to embrace the next chapter of their lives when they finish cancer treatment with confidence. She also has an online course, Confidence After Cancer, which provides an holistic approach to healing mind, body and soul. Gabby is an experienced business and life coach. She is also a practitioner of NLP, a master Reiki healer, and she is passionate about Nutritional Healing. Her mission is to inspire healthy minds and healthy bodies. Gabby lives in Manchester, England with her husband Paul, her sons and grandchildren live nearby. She enjoys live music and holidays in the sun and has just returned from a rock festival in Cyprus. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Gabby!Get her free book – 7 Steps to Confidence here : E-book giveaway - Gabrielle Mottershead Email: gabby@gabriellemottershead.com Confidence After Cancer website: https://www.confidenceaftercancer.co.uk/ Facebook: facebook.com/ConfidenceAfterCancer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbymotty Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosWhat if you didn't have to fight your body anymore? Imagine stepping off the diet-shame cycle into a life where food feels easy, movement feels joyful, and your worth isn't tied to a number.I've been there—feeling trapped and believing I had to shrink to be worthy. That's why I'm passionate about helping others find another way. Through coaching, I'll guide you to heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body—without guilt, restriction, or unrealistic standards.You deserve peace, freedom, and to feel at home in your body. If you're curious what that could look like, click the link to book a free, judgment-free chat. You don't have to figure this out alone.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Mitchell, a nurse practitioner turned health and wellness coach who is on a mission to help people prevent, treat, and even reverse the effects of heart disease. With years of experience in cardiology, Hannah saw firsthand how many people wished they had made lifestyle changes before ending up in the hospital. That realization led her to create Heart Health Coaches, where she now helps people take a proactive approach to their health instead of waiting until it's too late. We dive into everything from heart-healthy nutrition to the underestimated power of daily movement, stress management, and even the role our environment plays in our overall wellness.But this episode isn't just about heart health—it's about taking control of your life. Hannah shares her personal journey of shifting her mindset from small-town limitations to realizing she could create a life of purpose, success, and impact. We talk about why consistency beats perfection, how small changes add up, and why your circle of people matters more than you think. If you've ever felt stuck in a cycle of all-or-nothing thinking when it comes to your health, this conversation is your permission slip to embrace the messy middle and start making sustainable choices. Hit play and let's get into it!As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Hannah Mitchell is the founder and CEO of Heart Health Coaches, a health and wellness coaching company with a focus on lifestyle medicine for cardiovascular health. She has dedicated her career in both conventional and lifestyle medicine to prevent, treat, and reverse heart disease. Hannah's coaching philosophy centers around simplicity, consistency, and moderation for optimal health and longevity.Hannah's mission is the bridge the gap between medicine and sustainable lifestyle changes to achieve optimal healthAside from her health coaching business, Hannah maintains a fulfilling career as a cardiology nurse practitioner; is an active real estate investor; and dabbles in interior design.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Hannah!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hearthealthcoachesWebsite: https://www.hearthealthcoaches.com/contact-page-for-newsletterWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosWhat if you didn't have to fight against your body anymore? What if you could step off the endless cycle of diets, shame, and punishment into a life where food felt easy, movement felt joyful, and self-worth wasn't tied to a number? I know what it's like to feel trapped, believing that shrinking yourself is the only way to be worthy. That's why I'm passionate about helping you find another way. Through my coaching, I guide you to heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body—without guilt, restriction, or impossible standards. You deserve peace, freedom, and the chance to reveal your inner beauty.When you're ready to break free, I'm here to help. You don't have to figure this out alone - together, we can create a path toward peace with food, movement, and your body. If you're curious about what this could look like for you, click the link to my calendar and book a free exploration chat. No pressure, no judgment - just a conversation to see how I can support you on this adventure.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! Get ready for a mind-blowing conversation with Atara Parkinson, a marriage and family therapist turned health coach who's on a mission to bridge the gap between mental and physical health. She shares her personal story of burnout, binge drinking, and the wake-up call that led her to discover the power of minerals. We talk about the wild ways stress, diet culture, and postpartum struggles can throw our bodies completely out of whack, and how getting your minerals in check might just be the missing piece to feeling like yourself again. Plus, we go deep into why your body is basically begging you for nutrients, not punishment, and why bacon might just be the secret superfood we all need (yes, you read that right).We also dive into the sneaky signs of mineral imbalances like sugar cravings, brain fog, and that fun little habit of mentally spiraling about your morning alarm screw-up. Atara breaks down the crucial four minerals (magnesium, sodium, calcium, and potassium), how they impact everything from stress levels to decision-making, and simple ways to start rebalancing your body without feeling like you need a PhD in nutrition. If you've ever felt like your cravings, moods, or exhaustion are running the show, this episode is your permission slip to stop fighting your body and start fueling it the way it actually needs. Tune in, take notes, and maybe, just maybe, embrace the bacon.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Atara is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and has been practicing in the field of mental health for 14 years. She's continued her education by becoming a certified integrative practitioner. Her current passions include holistic healing, supporting postpartum mamas, Brainspotting, therapeutic intensives and educating on the role of minerals for brain health and nervous system regulation. Revitalization and rebalancing client's are core goals in Atara's work. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Atara!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atara.parkinsonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565419883298Where can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosWhat if you didn't have to fight against your body anymore? What if you could step off the endless cycle of diets, shame, and punishment into a life where food felt easy, movement felt joyful, and self-worth wasn't tied to a number? I know what it's like to feel trapped, believing that shrinking yourself is the only way to be worthy. That's why I'm passionate about helping you find another way. Through my coaching, I guide you to heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body—without guilt, restriction, or impossible standards. You deserve peace, freedom, and the chance to reveal your inner beauty.When you're ready to break free, I'm here to help. You don't have to figure this out alone - together, we can create a path toward peace with food, movement, and your body. If you're curious about what this could look like for you, click the link to my calendar and book a free exploration chat. No pressure, no judgment - just a conversation to see how I can support you on this adventure.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! Today, I'm sitting down with an absolute powerhouse in the world of bodywork, someone who's been at this game for over 30 years, way beyond the industry average. She's an integrated bodywork therapist who has combined manual therapy, movement, and a bit of witchy intuition to develop her own proprietary method for healing musculoskeletal pain at its root. We talk about how she went from working in orthopedic clinics to training other practitioners, the unexpected twists (like an HGTV moment!) that led her back to bodywork, and why longevity in this field is so rare, but totally possible when you do it right.We also dive into the mind-body connection and why blaming your muscles for your pain is basically like blaming your Wi-Fi when your laptop dies (you gotta look at the real issue). She shares how trauma, stress, and movement patterns all play a role in pain and healing, and why practitioners need to stop looking for a checklist and start truly seeing their clients. If you've ever felt like your body is working against you, or if you're a movement professional who wants to help clients on a deeper level, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and get ready for some serious knowledge bombs!As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: From working with NBA and NFL athletes to opening a center that captured the attention of Cleveland's mayor, Gina Schatz has helped thousands of people live pain-free in their bodies. As the developer of the Schatz MethodⓇ, a clinically proven approach to treating and resolving musculoskeletal pain, and the host of an annual international summit for industry professionals training in functional anatomy, Gina brings over three decades of experience as a board-certified integrative bodywork therapist and educator to her work helping clients and clinicians. A regular guest on radio, TV and print publications, Gina shares her knowledge on functional mechanics, posture, optimal alignment, corrective movement, and how to live in a body pain-free.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Gina!Website: www.ginaschatz.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SchatzMethodWhere can you find me?Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.comInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithinFacebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/What if you didn't have to fight against your body anymore? What if you could step off the endless cycle of diets, shame, and punishment into a life where food felt easy, movement felt joyful, and self-worth wasn't tied to a number? I know what it's like to feel trapped, believing that shrinking yourself is the only way to be worthy. That's why I'm passionate about helping you find another way. Through my coaching, I guide you to heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body—without guilt, restriction, or impossible standards. You deserve peace, freedom, and the chance to reveal your inner beauty.When you're ready to break free, I'm here to help. You don't have to figure this out alone - together, we can create a path toward peace with food, movement, and your body. If you're curious about what this could look like for you, click the link to my calendar and book a free exploration chat. No pressure, no judgment - just a conversation to see how I can support you on this adventure.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

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What up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show. In this episode of Unveiling the Beast, I sat down with the incredible Jennifer Patenaude, a sleep and wellness coach who's not only transforming lives through better sleep but also navigating her second chapter as an entrepreneur. Jennifer shared how her journey into health coaching began just before the world turned upside down in 2020, and how she decided to focus on sleep after discovering its undeniable impact on everything from gut health to brain function. Her approach to sleep isn't just about catching more Z's—it's about treating sleep as an investment in our health, relationships, and businesses. We dove deep into the realities of hustle culture and why "I'll sleep when I'm dead" is a mantra that might just speed up that timeline.We also explored practical sleep tips, breaking them down into three key areas: environment, routine, and the stories we tell ourselves about sleep. I loved Jennifer's take on how simple changes, like embracing natural light or creating a consistent sleep schedule, can make a massive difference. We even got into the power of affirmations and how rewiring our bedtime thoughts can transform our sleep quality. I threw in my own love for Disney's Inside Out as a perfect visual for how our brains process memories while we sleep. Trust me—whether you're struggling with sleep or just want to up your wellness game, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and real-life strategies to help you thrive.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Jen Patenaude is the founder of Jennifer Eve Wellness. With a passion for guiding entrepreneurs and busy executives to their best selves, she specializes in transforming sleep from a mere afterthought to the cornerstone of peak performance and wellness. As a sleep and wellness coach, Jen has seen firsthand the power of restorative sleep in unlocking one's full potential. Her mission is to help driven individuals harness that power.Through personalized sleep strategies that slide seamlessly into a packed schedule, Jen will show you how reclaiming those precious hours of rest is not just possible, but essential.Beyond the coach, she's a mom, a wife, and your biggest cheerleader. When she's not decoding the mysteries of the circadian rhythm, you can find Jen snuggled up with her dogs, cheering on her kids at their sports games, or losing herself in a good book.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Mentions:Guided Sleep Meditation:https://youtu.be/X-T7ZV4Ctb4Connect with Jennifer!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jenniferevewellnessLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-eve-patenaude-276ba020/Website: https://jenniferevewellness.com/Where can you find me?Linktree:https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosWhat if you didn't have to battle your body anymore? Imagine stepping off the diet-shame-punishment cycle into a life where food feels easy, movement feels joyful, and your worth isn't tied to a number. I've been there, believing that shrinking myself was the only way to be worthy. That's why I'm here—to guide you toward healing your relationship with food, movement, and your body without guilt or impossible standards.You deserve peace, freedom, and the chance to unveil your inner beauty. When you're ready to break free, I'm here. Book a free exploration chat—no pressure, no judgment—just a conversation about finding your path to peace.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show. In this episode, I had an enlightening conversation with inspiring dietician and holistic health coach, Leah Tarleton. She shared her transformative journey from working in telehealth nutrition with Nourish to founding her own venture, The Nourish Sensitive. Based in Maine and deeply attuned to her own sensitivity, she spoke about how her personal evolution and self-discovery have reshaped her approach to health. Our discussion explored how genuine, empathetic relationships—not just the traditional metrics of food and exercise—are key to true wellness, and how her unique work with highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals has allowed her to create a space where holistic healing can truly flourish.What truly resonated with me was her bold departure from the standard “eat less, move more” mantra. Through her certification in mind-body eating and the adoption of intuitive eating practices, she revealed a paradigm shift that challenges the damaging effects of diet culture. She introduced me to a holistic framework built around nine nourishing elements spanning mind, body, and spirit—covering everything from emotional health and self-empowerment to holistic nutrition and digestive wellness. This conversation deepened my understanding of health and reaffirmed my commitment to an integrative, compassionate view of wellness—one that recognizes the complexity of our mind, body, and spirit far beyond just numbers and calories.Bio: Leah Tarleton, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian, certified holistic health and mind- body eating coach, and the founder of The Nourished Sensitive—a wellness community and coaching practice dedicated to supporting sensitive individuals on their journeys to vibrant health and self- empowerment through blending principles of evidence-based nutrition, dynamic eating psychology, and holistic wellness with compassionate, person-centered coaching. Leah's definition of health and wellness goes beyond diet and exercise to encompass emotional well-being, embodiment, ritual, spiritual exploration, and creative expression.Through her signature 9 Elements of Nourishment framework, Leah helps sensitive humans put themselves first, harness their sensitivities as strengths, and find a creative expression that serves their community and the world, enabling them to lead a more authentic and purposeful life.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Leah!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the.nourished.sensitiveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenourishedsensitivePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nourished-sensitive-podcast/id1581280123Newsletter:https://thenourishedsensitive.myflodesk.com/Website: https://www.nourishedsensitive.comSubstack: https://substack.nourishedsensitive.comWhere can you find me?Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosImagine no longer battling your body—escaping endless diets, shame, and punishment for a life where food is enjoyable, movement is joyful, and your worth isn't tied to a number. I understand the trap of thinking that shrinking yourself is the only way to feel worthy. That's why I'm dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food, movement, and your body without guilt or impossible standards. You deserve peace, freedom, and the chance to reveal your inner beauty.When you're ready to break free, I'm here to help. Together, we can create a path toward peace with food and movement. Curious to see what this looks like for you? Click the link to book a free, no-pressure exploration chat.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-scheduling

Rob Young is a seasoned Marketing Executive and Consultant with over 24 years of experience specializing in B2B Cyber Security, ITOps, and DevOps SaaS GTM. With a strong foundation in IT Operations and Market Research, he delivers impactful outcomes for CISOs and CIOs. Rob has held leadership roles at top firms like IDC and IBM, successfully driving marketing strategies for startups and Fortune 50 companies, fueling growth, securing funding, and facilitating acquisitions. Website: https://cypago.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-young-19021113/ Yam is a multi-disciplinary marketing leader with over 17 years of experience guiding startups from Pre-Seed to Scale-up. He specializes in crafting Go-to-Market strategies, driving profitable growth, and optimizing marketing efficiency to impact core KPIs. With a track record that includes serving as VP of Marketing at Elementor, co-founding a startup acquired by WalkMe, and advising international companies, Yam blends strategic insight with hands-on leadership to build sustainable, high-growth businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yamregev/ In this episode, we explore growth marketing strategies, AI impacts, and interdepartmental collaboration with Rob and Yam. Discover how empathy drives marketing success.   Apply to join our marketing mastermind group: https://notypicalmoments.typeform.com/to/hWLDNgjz   Follow No Typical Moments at: Website: https://notypicalmoments.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-typical-moments-llc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4G7csw9j7zpjdASvpMzqUA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notypicalmoments Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NTMoments  

Rob Young is a seasoned Marketing Executive and Consultant with over 24 years of experience specializing in B2B Cyber Security, ITOps, and DevOps SaaS GTM. With a strong foundation in IT Operations and Market Research, he delivers impactful outcomes for CISOs and CIOs. Rob has held leadership roles at top firms like IDC and IBM, successfully driving marketing strategies for startups and Fortune 50 companies, fueling growth, securing funding, and facilitating acquisitions. Website: https://cypago.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-young-19021113/ Yam is a multi-disciplinary marketing leader with over 17 years of experience guiding startups from Pre-Seed to Scale-up. He specializes in crafting Go-to-Market strategies, driving profitable growth, and optimizing marketing efficiency to impact core KPIs. With a track record that includes serving as VP of Marketing at Elementor, co-founding a startup acquired by WalkMe, and advising international companies, Yam blends strategic insight with hands-on leadership to build sustainable, high-growth businesses. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yamregev/ In this episode, we explore growth marketing strategies, AI impacts, and interdepartmental collaboration with Rob and Yam. Discover how empathy drives marketing success.   Apply to join our marketing mastermind group: https://notypicalmoments.typeform.com/to/hWLDNgjz   Follow No Typical Moments at: Website: https://notypicalmoments.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-typical-moments-llc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4G7csw9j7zpjdASvpMzqUA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notypicalmoments Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NTMoments  

What up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show. Today, I sit down with the incredible Karen Sarmento, a nurse practitioner turned mindset mentor, who shares her powerful story of transformation. Karen takes us through the moment her life was turned upside down after an unexpected loss and how she found herself stuck in a cycle of grief, guilt, and self-destruction. But through deep self-reflection and support, she chose a different path—one of healing, growth, and empowerment. We dive into the all-too-familiar checklist of life, questioning whether we're truly living for ourselves or just following what society says we should do. Karen reminds us that real change begins when we stop running on autopilot and start intentionally designing a life that actually aligns with who we are.We also explore the heavy weight of shame and guilt—how they keep us isolated and small, and why releasing them is key to moving forward. Karen offers powerful insights on self-worth, the lifelong journey of healing, and the importance of listening to that inner voice nudging us toward something greater. Plus, we talk about the connection between mindset and health, how self-respect influences the way we care for our bodies, and why giving ourselves grace is just as important as striving for growth. If you've ever felt like you're playing small, doubting yourself, or stuck in a cycle of regret, this episode is for you. Listen in and remember: everything you need is already within you—you just have to listen.Bio: Karen Sarmento is a dynamic Success Strategist for high-achieving women who are ready to redefine success on their own terms. She specializes in guiding accomplished women who have checked all the success boxes, but feel disconnected from their soul's true purpose. Karen helps them transform from feeling unfulfilled and small to living with confidence, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.As the host of the "We Are Meant for More" podcast, Karen empowers women to tune into their inner voice and silence the self-critic that holds them back. Through her unique framework, which integrates the power of the subconscious mind and manifestation techniques, she enables her clients to create a life that reflects their deepest desires and fullest potential.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Karen!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sarmentokaren?igsh=ZmZyaTJrcXg1OGNiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.sarmento.3?mibextid=ZbWKwLFacebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/6787102408033820/?ref=shareYouTube:https://youtube.com/@karensarmento?si=ZK0r3Zw0wu5rvRcuWebsite: https://karensarmento.com/page/homeHealing your relationship with food, exercise, your body, and yourself can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it's letting go of guilt, finding joy in movement, or learning to treat yourself with kindness, support is here. Click the link to book a free exploration chat with me and take that first step toward feeling at home in yourself again.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/main-booking-page-page-4280Where can you find me?Website:beautifulbeastwithinstudios.comInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithinFacebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithinLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

What up, Beasts! On today's episode of Unveiling the Beast, I'm joined by Sharon McCaskill, an intuitive eating-informed registered dietitian with a passion for helping people heal their relationships with food—especially those navigating medical dietary restrictions. Sharon shares her journey into the field, which was inspired by her husband's battle with celiac disease and type 1 diabetes, as well as her own experience overcoming an eating disorder. We dive deep into the misconceptions about intuitive eating, including the misunderstood concept of unconditional permission to eat, and why truly honoring your body means both enjoyment and nourishment. We also tackle the complicated history and flaws of BMI, why focusing on behaviors over weight leads to better health outcomes, and how diet culture has skewed our understanding of nutrition. Sharon emphasizes the power of small, sustainable habits and how intuitive eating allows for a stress-free, joy-filled approach to food. If you've ever felt like food rules have controlled your life or struggled to balance nutrition with freedom, this episode is packed with the insight and reassurance you need. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Sharon! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulgf/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehelpfulgf/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehelpfulgf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHelpfulGF Websites: thehelpfulgf.com

What up, Beasts! Welcome back to the show. Today, I'm hanging out with the incredible Anne Kent, a registered dietitian nutritionist and intuitive eating counselor, to talk about how we can truly nourish our bodies without falling into the traps of diet culture. We dive deep into the mindset shifts that happen when you stop restricting food, the importance of balancing nutrition with food freedom, and why learning to listen to your body takes time—but is so worth it. Anne shares how her background in diabetes education led her to create a meal planning app that actually supports intuitive eating (because, yes, you can have structure without dieting). We also get into the nuances of honoring your cravings while considering what actually makes you feel good, both physically and emotionally. We also tackle one of the biggest misconceptions about intuitive eating—the idea that it's just eating “whatever you want” without any thought. Anne breaks down how we can use our brain's executive functioning to make choices that align with both satisfaction and well-being, rather than swinging between restriction and chaos. We talk about healing your relationship with food, why feeling out of control around certain foods is often a sign of deeper restriction, and how to move past the pendulum swing to find real balance. Plus, I share my own experiences of unlearning diet culture's nonsense, including my ongoing journey to one day keep a pack of Oreos in my house without feeling like I need to inhale them all at once. This episode is packed with insights, real talk, and actionable takeaways—let's get into it! As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Ann Kent is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and the owner of Peas and Hoppiness. She makes mealtime easier for busy families with her meal planning app, the Peas and Hoppy Meal Guides. Ann grew up on a farm and trained as a dietitian, earning her master's degree in nutrition and dietetics. For most of her career she worked as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Ann believes you should love what you eat and is delighted to include joy as a nutrient, whether she is planning menus for the Peas and Hoppy Meal Guide app or working with a client one-on-one. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Ann! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peasandhoppiness/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peasandhoppiness Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-kent/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@peasandhoppiness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peasandhoppiness Website: https://peasandhoppiness.com/ Free Meal Planning Template: https://peasandhoppiness.com/Template Download the Peas & Hoppy Meal Guides App: https://app.peasandhoppiness.com/app Healing your relationship with food, exercise, your body, and yourself can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it's letting go of guilt, finding joy in movement, or learning to treat yourself with kindness, support is here. Click the link to book a free exploration chat and take that first step toward feeling at home in yourself again. https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/main-booking-page-page-4280 Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/ Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I'm chatting with Sheena Olson, owner of Strength Unleashed, and let me tell you, this conversation hits on so many levels. We dive into Sheena's journey from feeling stuck in life to finding her passion for fitness, nutrition, and coaching. From running marathons as a way to regain control to building a garage gym and growing her business, Sheena shares how her own challenges helped her create a space where women can prioritize themselves amidst the chaos of life. Her perspective on balance—shifting weight from one foot to the other like walking a tightrope—is such a refreshing way to think about handling life's curveballs. We also dig deep into diet culture, emotional ties to food, and why health is so much more than a number on the scale. Sheena gets real about how important it is to individualize coaching, whether someone is navigating hormonal changes, emotional eating, or even the pressures of athletic competition. We connect over the shared mission of helping people find their strength and feel at home in their bodies, no matter where they're starting. This episode is filled with insights, laughs, and plenty of “aha” moments—you don't want to miss it! As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Sheena is the founder of Strength Unleashed, a transformative coaching business dedicated to helping individuals gain confidence, strength, and clarity. Her mission is to empower people to break free from limiting beliefs, build confidence, and achieve lasting health and wellness through personalized fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching. As a life coach, fitness trainer, nutritionist, and speaker, Sheena helps clients level up their lives by overcoming mindset blocks and achieving personal and professional goals. Through small group classes, personalized coaching, and workshops, Sheena's motivational approach inspires real change both in person and online. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Sheena! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strengthunleashedwithsheena?mibextid=LQQJ4d Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strengthunleashedwithsheena/ Healing your relationship with food, exercise, your body, and yourself can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it's letting go of guilt, finding joy in movement, or learning to treat yourself with kindness, support is here. Click the link to book a free exploration chat and take that first step toward feeling at home in yourself again. https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/main-booking-page-page-4280 Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/ Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we're honored to welcome Rob Young to share his incredible story of resilience, service, and advocacy. Growing up in Stockton, California, Rob survived a tragic event that shaped his journey and perspective on life. Despite this event, Rob chose a path of courage, becoming a police officer and returning to serve the very community where his story began. Rob shares his insights on personal responsibility, community safety, and the importance of addressing the root causes of these issues. He believes that the tool isnt the problem—evil is—and his experiences provide a unique and compelling perspective on this critical issue. Whether you're an average Joe, first responder, enthusiast, hunter, or someone interested in thought-provoking discussions about personal safety and community impact, this episode offers inspiration and valuable insights. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Rob Young's story and his message of hope, resilience, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Subscribe now for more family-friendly content, including expert interviews and industry insights. #RobYoung #CommunitySafety #Resilience #Hunting #TacticalTraining #preparedness #firstresponders #podcast #beprepared

What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I'm chatting with Christian Elliott, founder of True Whole Human, about what it really takes to unveil your authentic self and create lasting health. Christian opens up about his journey from battling chronic health issues to becoming a leader in holistic health coaching. We break down how true health isn't just about what you eat or how you move—it's about healing your mind, letting go of toxic beliefs, and creating a life that aligns with who you truly are. His approach to health is all about seeing the whole person, not just a set of symptoms or numbers on a scale. We also dive into the mindset shifts that helped both of us move away from toxic diet culture and all-or-nothing thinking. Christian shares why experimentation is crucial on your health journey and how focusing on behaviors—not quick fixes—leads to sustainable results. If you've ever felt stuck or wondered how to approach health in a way that works for you, this episode is full of practical insights, real talk, and plenty of inspiration to help you unveil your beautiful beast. Tune in and let's grow together! As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Christian is a husband and father of six, homeschooled kids. He has worked full-time in restorative health since 2005, logging about 20,000 hours of 1-1 coaching—fitness, nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, and relationships. He also earned a Master of Divinity from seminary in 2003. He is a podcaster and co-owner of an organization called Healing United, a Private Membership Association that is a collaboration between doctors and coaches, where they help people overcome chronic illnesses through holistic and personalized detox programs to cleanse the mind and body. They take on new people by application only and offer a free 45-minute consultation to see if working with them would be a good fit. You can apply on their website www.healingunited.today Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Christian! Healing United PMA TRUE Whole Human Coaching Deconstructing Conventional: Podcast and Blog Healing your relationship with food, exercise, your body, and yourself can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it's letting go of guilt, finding joy in movement, or learning to treat yourself with kindness, support is here. Click the link to book a free exploration chat and take that first step toward feeling at home in yourself again. https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/main-booking-page-page-4280 Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/ Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

What up, Beasts? Welcome back to the show. What up, Beasts. Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I'm joined by the amazing Tara Alexander, a therapist-turned-coach with over 33 years of experience helping people navigate trauma, grief, anxiety, and more. Tara's expertise shines as we dive into topics like assertiveness, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation—all with her signature mix of authenticity and fun. Together, we explore the power of storytelling, the importance of play in learning, and what it really takes to rewrite the rules that have been holding us back. This conversation is equal parts insightful and empowering. Tara shares her creative approach to coaching, including how she uses improv to help people find their voice and build confidence. I open up about my personal journey from marketing to personal development, and we connect over the value of humor and heart in healing. Whether you're here for practical tools or just need a dose of inspiration, this episode has something for you. Let's unveil that inner beast and dive in! As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Dr. Tara Alexander is a dynamic assertiveness trainer and coach for women. During her 33 years as a mental health therapist, she saw how women become stuck with assertiveness. Later, as a college professor and speaker, she developed ways to engage adults audiences. Now she trains women with a complete, safe and fun assertiveness workshop.  Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Tara! Website: https://www.conquerconflict.com LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/conquerconflict/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tara.alexander.754703 Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beautifulbeastwithin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitie-entrikin-9b281042/ To book a FREE 30 minute exploration chat with me, go here: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/main-booking-page-page-4280 Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

What up, Beasts? Welcome back to the show. In this episode, I had the privilege of hanging out with Anna VanAgtmael, the founder of Wandering Roots, and an inspiring retreat host who shared her incredible journey from a corporate managerial career to curating transformative wellness retreats. Anna opened up about her path of self-discovery, chronic pain recovery, and the courage it took to embrace entrepreneurship. She spoke candidly about her experiences with car accidents, the emotional and physical toll they took, and her ultimate triumph in finding balance and purpose through retreats. Her retreats have provided a space for women to connect, heal, and embrace self-acceptance—a mission that deeply resonates with me as I consider hosting retreats for my own coaching community. Anna also shared invaluable advice on overcoming limiting beliefs and embracing the persistence it takes to follow your dreams. We dove into the importance of self-care, taking pauses, and redefining success by living a life that fills us up rather than depletes us. As someone working through my own entrepreneurial journey and guilt around taking breaks, Anna's wisdom struck a chord. This episode is packed with powerful lessons on resilience, growth, and the beauty of sharing our stories to inspire and uplift others. Tune in for a conversation that will leave you ready to unveil your own inner beast and take the next step toward your dreams. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Anna! Website: https://www.yourwanderingroots.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourwanderingroots/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourwanderingroots Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-vanagtmael-214973b/ Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/home Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4yNE6fXeDH9IsUoWfOf0pg To book a FREE 30 minute exploration chat with me, go here: https://calendly.com/beautifulbeastwithin/freecoachingsession Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

What up, Beasts? Welcome back to the show. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Veda Leclerc, a functional health practitioner and integrative health coach, about all things gut health, hormones, and the complexities of weight loss. Veda opened up about her personal health journey, including her experience with Lyme disease, and how it shaped her approach to wellness. We dove deep into the connection between gut health and overall well-being, uncovering how addressing issues like gut imbalances and mineral deficiencies can lead to profound changes. We also talked about the common patterns we both see in clients, including how stress and lifestyle factors play a big role in health challenges. I loved how this conversation highlighted the importance of slowing down and focusing on the present moment in both healing and personal growth. Veda and I agreed on the dangers of quick fixes and diet culture, emphasizing the need to trust our bodies and embrace the journey rather than obsess over the destination. Whether you're navigating health challenges, rebuilding your relationship with food, or just looking for inspiration to prioritize yourself, this episode offers relatable stories and actionable insights to help you take the next step toward true wellness. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Veda is a dedicated health practitioner on a mission to guide individuals from the shadows of their health challenges into the brilliance of finding their inner glow. Having faced her own struggles navigating the ins and outs of the medical system, Lyme disease, crippling anxiety and depression, cystic acne and much more, Veda understands the darkness that can cloud one's being. She is committed to bringing light to others' health journeys, and has established Wellness by Veda, offering personalized 1:1 coaching and employing a holistic, whole-body approach. With the insight gained from her personal struggles, Veda addresses mysterious symptoms often dismissed as normal, empowering clients to unlock their inner glow. Through her wellness business, she aspires to be a beacon for those feeling lost and sick, guiding them towards the light at the end of the tunnel and demonstrating that true well-being is within reach. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Veda! Freebie - Beat the Stubborn Weight Gain & Bloat http://subscribepage.io/wellnessbyveda Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyveda/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wellnessbyveda Website: https://www.wellnessbyveda.com Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithin.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4yNE6fXeDH9IsUoWfOf0pg To book a FREE 30 minute exploration chat with me, go to ⁠beautifulbeastwithin.com⁠ Click on the big purple button, and book your appointment! Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

What up, Beasts? Welcome back to the show. Today I am hanging out with Marelle-Merita Seren. In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with holistic fitness coach Marelle-Merita to hear her incredible journey of overcoming disordered eating and rediscovering self-love. Marelle-Merita opened up about her struggles with restrictive eating and how she slowly transitioned to a healthier mindset through weightlifting, mindfulness, and meditation. We talked about the importance of listening to our bodies, letting go of guilt around food and exercise, and approaching health from a place of self-compassion instead of self-criticism. Together, we explored why focusing on behaviors and habits, rather than weight loss, can create lasting well-being and self-respect. I also loved hearing about Marelle-Merita's passion for weightlifting and her journey to becoming a certified trainer. She shared how rest, understanding her body's rhythms, and leading from the heart have transformed her approach to fitness and life. Tune in to hear Marelle-Merita's story and her practical tips for embracing self-love in your health journey—because making peace with yourself is truly the most powerful act of strength. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs on your heart-strings and/or I hope you laugh. Bio: Marelle is a passionate Holistic Fitness & Wellness Coach dedicated to empowering women to transform their lives through mindful movement, somatic healing, and spiritual alignment. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, Marelle helps women uncover and release subconscious blocks that prevent them from achieving their wellness goals, enabling them to embrace their fullest potential. Combining years of experience in fitness coaching with expertise in mindfulness practices, Marelle has guided women on their journeys toward physical strength, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth. Her unique approach weaves together strength training, nutrition, and somatic practices to create a balanced, holistic path to wellness that honors both the body and the soul. Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals. Connect with Marelle-Merita! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marelle.merita/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marelle-merita-seren/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marellefit Where can you find me? Website: beautifulbeastwithin.com Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beautiful_beast_within/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beautifulbeastwithin Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBeastWithin⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4yNE6fXeDH9IsUoWfOf0pg To book a FREE 30 minute exploration chat with me, go to ⁠beautifulbeastwithin.com⁠ Click on the big purple button, and book your appointment! Unveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU! Zoom Background: By Behr

As US president-elect Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, global trade has become a contentious issue. Mr Trump has threatened to impose tariffs – that is taxes at the border – on all goods imported from a host of nations, including neighbours Canada and Mexico as well as economic rival China. That risks igniting another trade war, with companies and consumers around the world affected. Has global commerce always been so contentious? Rob Young looks at some of the key developments in international trade throughout history to work out how we got to the system and practices we have today.If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.uk(Picture: Hands of woman showing seeds in a souk. Seeds are believed to be one of the earliest items to be traded in the world. Credit: Getty Images)

Welcome to The Gun Experiment. On this episode we sit down for a conversation with a survivor of one of the first school shootings in the US, discuss his journey into law enforcement and solutions to the rise in active shooters. I want to remind everyone that we release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends. Subscribe hereToday's Episode is brought to you by Cooper's Cask Coffee. Product Highlight: Cooper's Malt Whiskey Coffee starts with their single origin Sumatran beans that are then barrel aged to enhance the flavor before roasting. Tasting Notes: A medium dark roast with rich flavors including Woody Earth, Tobacco, Tropical Fruits, Vanilla and CaramelSubscribe and save 10%Free Shipping on orders over $50 To get yourself some fantastic coffee head to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Facebook4. Be a part of our growing community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereToday's Interview is brought to you by Onsight Firearms Training. They teach everything from beginner to advanced classes and can make you a better shooter and a more capable defender with just about every firearm platform under the sun. I highly recommend their weekly skill builder classes which are a tremendous value that will yield great results. If you want to improve your shooting look no further than Onsight Firearms Training. Sign up for class today at oftllc.us I. Interview Today's guest had a life changing experience, when at the age of 6 he became one of the first survivors of a school shooting in the US. It was an incident that would shape his life, eventually leading to a career in law enforcement. His journey from survivor to protector is one of profound courage and...

We look at the issues facing two of Europe's major economies. Germany's downturn has deepened with existential fears about its major export industries. And now, political turmoil means industry leaders are calling for a snap election as soon as possible. Meanwhile in France, there is weak growth as consumers feel poorer and politicians can't agree on spending. (Picture: French and German flags waving next to each other. Credit: Getty Images)Presented and produced by Rob Young

Petrol prices have increased sharply for the third time this year in Nigeria. Rob Young looks at why the oil producing nation continues to hike the cost of fuel and hear what impact it's having on those who drive for a living.We also hear about an innovative project in Kenya that's trying to help improve the health of lorry drivers, who often have an unhealthy lifestyle.And we profile the new chairman of one of India's largest companies.

Florida is counting the cost of Hurricane Milton, after the storm tore through the US state. Some estimates suggest it could top $100 billion. Rob Young talks to the state's chief financial officer – one of the most senior figures alongside the Governor - and asks how insurers will cope. We'll also hear why the French government's latest attempt at cutting the nation's high level of borrowing has been met with controversy.And we'll hear from young people in Portugal who could be offered a lower tax rate to stay in the country rather than emigrate -- as many do.