Podcasts about Sutherland Shire

Hear the Bronwyn team debate how to approach the biggest question: was Bronwyn concealed under a concrete slab in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire? This mini-episode is a snippet of a new instalment in our video-only series. Watch the videos now at bronwynpodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Australian butcher and Instagram sensation Lachy Marshall joins us to share his wildest stories, from consuming massive steaks to building a viral following. Lachy talks about his journey from running a butcher shop in Sydney's Sutherland Shire to entertaining hundreds of thousands on social media. Tune in to hear about the challenges, the laughs, and even a few unexpected turns that have come with his rise to fame in the meat industry.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the Sutherland Shire, Craig has found marketing that makes his business grow quickly.  The right marketing can easily pay for itself in the lawncare industry.

Phillip King has $30 million worth of reasons he's the Sutherland Shire's king of commercial real estate. Aftera 30+ year career at IBM Australia, where he was one of the first mobile phone owners and worked with computers as big as living rooms, he thought it was time for retirement. He was wrong.Harnessing three decades of commercial investment thanks to his childhood chats with his Uncle Joe, King realised his calling and jumped at the chance. Now with 53 commercial properties of his own and a database of 350 clients, he's living the career of his dreams.In this episode King delves into what it was like to grow up in God's country, where his childhood revolved around sport and definitely not around writing books! The author of Engines of Wealth: Commercial Retail Shops describes how and why he got involved in commercial property investing, and why residential property just wasn't the fit for him. Plus, millennials rejoice: we hear how you can have your avocado Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phillip King has $30 million worth of reasons he's the Sutherland Shire's king of commercial real estate. Aftera 30+ year career at IBM Australia, where he was one of the first mobile phone owners and worked with computers as big as living rooms, he thought it was time for retirement. He was wrong.Harnessing three decades of commercial investment thanks to his childhood chats with his Uncle Joe, King realised his calling and jumped at the chance. Now with 53 commercial properties of his own and a database of 350 clients, he's living the career of his dreams.In this episode King delves into what it was like to grow up in God's country, where his childhood revolved around sport and definitely not around writing books! The author of Engines of Wealth: Commercial Retail Shops describes how and why he got involved in commercial property investing, and why residential property just wasn't the fit for him. Plus, millennials rejoice: we hear how you can have your avocado Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karina Machado shares news about a fresh direction for the Spirit Sisters podcast, and extends an invitation to you. All of us are going through personal challenges and experiencing the reverberating grief of the horror and violence being inflicted on innocent people in world conflicts. Let's carve out a little corner of the internet where we can all take shelter around the glow of the story hearth …   Also, Sydney listeners, I'm offering an in-person writing workshop in a glorious private garden in the Southern Highlands to raise money for Welby Garden Centre's employment program for people with disability. You can bid for the workshop at a silent auction until October 18. Visit Welbyauction.com. Click here to bid on a personal writing workshop writing with me. Ways to share your stories with Karina: Email karina.machado.author@gmail.com Visit my website karinamachado.com Connect on Facebook. Connect on Instagram. Click here to listen on Apple podcasts to the Ghost Files episode referenced in this episode.   Find Karina on YouTube. Listen to Soul2Soul Conversations – my podcast collaboration with my soul friend Sara Jayne: https://soul2soulconversations.podbean.com/ Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters on Amazon or Kobo. Find the audio versions of my three books — Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies – (all narrated by me) at Audible.     Show theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle   I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.    

A family squabble at Bakers Delight, local eshays falling in love, the entwining relationships of the workers at Lush—Miranda Fair has it all. This week, actor, comedian and ex-lesbian bi-con Kate Wilkins takes us on an all-inclusive tour into the heart of the Sutherland Shire. We've Got Earworms is powered by ⁠⁠Lucky Lock⁠⁠: Australia's favourite fingerprint smart lock. Say goodbye to the hassle of keys with advanced fingerprint technology today! Head to ⁠⁠luckylock.com.au⁠⁠ for more details. Follow us! ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok Nick's Instagram Nat's Instagram We've Got Earworms is recorded and produced on Gadigal land of the Eora Nation. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.

Deputy mayor of the Sutherland Shire Carol Provan has weighed in on the issues surrounding the now-dismissed state executive of the Liberal party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Good Humans podcast, we're joined by Kal Glanznig, a remarkable youth climate advocate who is making a significant impact on the environment and beyond. At just 24 years old, Kal has already achieved so much—from advocating for and installing solar panels at his high school to founding Plastic Free Cronulla, and representing Australian youth at the COP UN conferences.Kal's journey doesn't stop there. He's the creative mind behind the documentary Rising Up, which highlights the urgency of climate action, and has taken on leadership roles as the general manager of Defina Swimwear, promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry. Now, he's leading youth environmental education through his Blue Minds initiative and is running as an independent candidate for council in the Sutherland Shire. Kal also brings his competitive spirit to the podcast as a former Australian junior representative for water polo.This episode is packed with inspiration as we explore Kal's story, his achievements, and his vision for a sustainable future.Special Announcement:Don't miss the special screening of Rising Up at HOTA on Friday, August 23rd at 7pm. Click here to grab your tickets!Kal's LinksINSTAGRAMBLUE MINDS INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYEmail Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com to enquire about sponsoring with Good Humans Podcast :)THE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Good Humans podcast, we're joined by Kal Glanznig, a remarkable youth climate advocate who is making a significant impact on the environment and beyond. At just 24 years old, Kal has already achieved so much—from advocating for and installing solar panels at his high school to founding Plastic Free Cronulla, and representing Australian youth at the COP UN conferences.Kal's journey doesn't stop there. He's the creative mind behind the documentary Rising Up, which highlights the urgency of climate action, and has taken on leadership roles as the general manager of Defina Swimwear, promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry. Now, he's leading youth environmental education through his Blue Minds initiative and is running as an independent candidate for council in the Sutherland Shire. Kal also brings his competitive spirit to the podcast as a former Australian junior representative for water polo.This episode is packed with inspiration as we explore Kal's story, his achievements, and his vision for a sustainable future.Special Announcement:Don't miss the special screening of Rising Up at HOTA on Friday, August 23rd at 7pm. Click here to grab your tickets!Kal's LinksINSTAGRAMBLUE MINDS INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYEmail Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com to enquire about sponsoring with Good Humans Podcast :)THE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Good Humans podcast, we're joined by Kal Glanznig, a remarkable youth climate advocate who is making a significant impact on the environment and beyond. At just 24 years old, Kal has already achieved so much—from advocating for and installing solar panels at his high school to founding Plastic Free Cronulla, and representing Australian youth at the COP UN conferences.Kal's journey doesn't stop there. He's the creative mind behind the documentary Rising Up, which highlights the urgency of climate action, and has taken on leadership roles as the general manager of Defina Swimwear, promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry. Now, he's leading youth environmental education through his Blue Minds initiative and is running as an independent candidate for council in the Sutherland Shire. Kal also brings his competitive spirit to the podcast as a former Australian junior representative for water polo.This episode is packed with inspiration as we explore Kal's story, his achievements, and his vision for a sustainable future.Special Announcement:Don't miss the special screening of Rising Up at HOTA on Friday, August 23rd at 7pm. Click here to grab your tickets!Kal's LinksINSTAGRAMBLUE MINDS INSTAGRAMCooper's LinksINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYEmail Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com to enquire about sponsoring with Good Humans Podcast :)THE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sutherland Shire mayor Carmello Pesce has reacted to the Liberal Party stuff up which has cost them the ability to run in this years local council elections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sluggish pace of Sydney Water in approving construction projects is exacerbating the housing crisis, with developers and residents alike expressing frustration over costly delays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a Text Message.ON THIS WEEK'S TOTAL TRASH-We take a look at Channel 10's "The Shire" which is often regarded as one of the worst reality TV shows in Aussie history. we dive deep into all of the shows faced criticism for it's portrayal of the Sutherland Shire. Plus the show's mix of drama on and off camera and how it contributed to it's downfall.Hope you guys enjoy the episode and thanks for letting us try something different!!! Also give us a follow on insta - https://www.instagram.com/totaltrashpod/LINKTREE - https://linktr.ee/totaltrashpodcast

Hi friends, it's lovely to be back with you after such a long time, thanks for joining us around the virtual hearth today to warm yourself with a story.   I've been working on my novel, integrating my 2023 Camino, and completing a second, shorter Camino in May this year. This time we started from the beautiful Spanish city of Leon. I'll share more in an upcoming episode about the return to the Camino and how that journey continues to so deeply move me in an upcoming episode, but for now, I want to introduce a shining star of a return guest.   Michelle Clare is a psychic-medium and near-death experiencer who I welcomed onto the podcast in an episode that aired on the 15th of November, 2021 (I'll link to it in the description).   This time, Michelle is back to primarily share about her journey of grief following the recent passing of her partner, Gary. This is a good time to let you know that today's episode deals with suicide – if you find this challenging, please reach out for support. In Australia you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 but please do seek out services appropriate for where you are.   I know that many of you have gone through the shock and grief of the kind of loss Michelle describes, so it's my sincere hope that her story supports you as you navigate your grief in your own way.   I love Michelle's generosity of spirit in sharing her very personal experience of loss, which as she poignantly states, is not bypassed by her calling as a psychic-medium. However, there are aspects of her vocation and experience of multiple NDEs which do offer a perspective that invites in the light and may hopefully support you today if you are grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide.   On that note of offering healing and support, I send you my love and gratitude from a sunshiney Sydney winter's day, as well as “un abrazo infinito” – a never-ending hug.   Enjoy my conversation with Michelle Clare.   Learn more about Michelle and contact her here: https://www.michelleclare.net/   Listen to our previous conversation on the Spirit Sisters podcast: https://spiritsistersthepodcast.podbean.com/e/would-youliketo-stay-or-would-you-like-togo%E2%80%93-thechoice-that-propelled-michelle-clare-back-tolifefromherthirdndeandintoan-acceptance-of-hermedi/       Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Find Karina on YouTube. Listen to Soul2Soul Conversations – my podcast collaboration with my soul friend Sara Jayne: https://soul2soulconversations.podbean.com/   Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters on Amazon or Kobo. Find the audio versions of my three books — Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies – (all narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.     Show theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle   I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.      

In this episode Kaine Wilken joins me to chat about life, arborism, jiu jitsu and more! Kaine has recently started his own Jiu Jitsu Academy - Reign Grappling Club in the Sutherland Shire so it was a good opportunity to see his space and chat to him about his own experiences with martial arts, life and more! From growing up in a small town and experiencing bullying to bodyboarding, dealing with anger, history and more, we chat about a whole range of topics in true podcast fashion! Enjoy!   Links: https://www.instagram.com/reigngrapplingclub/ https://www.instagram.com/wilkojiujitsu/        

Cronulla's favourite son, Benny Sawyer, sits down on the lounge with Luke for a classic Sutherland Shire inspired yarn that will have you walking away with a few more insights into the culture of their shared hometown environment.Revisiting Ben's childhood in the shire, what it's been like to chase slab after slab around the globe and what it's means for him to be invited into this years SIC is all covered off in this laid back yarn.This one was a well overdue chat and was conducted in Benny's red brick apartment just a few streets back off Cronulla beach, the environment for the tone of this conversation couldn't have been more fitting.Enjoy

You're listening to Spirit Sisters, I'm your host Karina Machado. I'm thrilled to be back with you all. I promised that I'd be popping in with powerful conversations that I hand pick, and here's one. Today, I'm introducing Ben Medhurst. Ben is a husband, dad and tradesman who lives in Queensland. He also happens to be a full-body channel for a discarnate collective who share profound wisdom through him. As Ben shares in his first ever interview, he's been primed for this his entire life. From his childhood growing up amidst the beauty of nature, Ben learnt to connect with a source beyond his physical dimension. Always curious about life's big questions, as a teen, Ben was catapulted into a spiritual world he struggled to comprehend after the death of his elder brother blew open his psychic faculties. A few years later, a profoundly mystical dream paved the way for his apprenticeship with a famous Indian guru, and, eventually, the arrival of the collective who work through him today at this pivotal point in history which the collective calls “the dawning of a new age of truth.” There's so much to Ben's story, I encourage you to listen in for all the extraordinary details and, towards the end, a direct channelling from the group who speaks through Ben. I'm going to welcome Ben back onto the show later on in the year, we'd love you to send questions you'd like me to ask the beings who speak through him. If you're on YouTube, you can drop a comment, or send your questions through my website or social media, all the links are in the show notes. In the meanwhile, enjoy my conversation with Ben Medhurst, sharing his story publicly for the first time.   Connect with Ben Medhurst: Ben's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SoulChannelingofficial Ben's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SoulChannelingOfficial     Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Find Karina on YouTube. Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters on Amazon or Kobo. Find the audio versions of my three books — Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies – (all narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.     Show theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle   I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

In 2023, there was a significant surge in reports concerning the unlawful destruction of trees and acts of vandalism in Sydney.  This escalation prompted local councils to urgently appeal to the state government for increased support in prosecuting individuals responsible for harming the city's natural resources. Michael McLaren is joined by Jessica McSweeney, the Breaking news reporter at the Sydney Morning Herald, who analysed council data and discovered that over the past year, local governments received more than 1000 reports detailing instances of trees being damaged or intentionally killed.  Notably, various councils, such as Sutherland Shire, Ku-ring-gai, and Liverpool, witnessed substantial spikes in reports of tree vandalism in 2023 compared to preceding years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in for my conversation with Queensland-based artist Lynda Deans, whose profound spiritual experience at Uluru three years ago inspired her to begin creating unique and extraordinary art. Lynda, who describes the experience at Uluru as “a birthing”, has always been in touch with the mystical dimension of life. In our conversation, Lynda shares about many spiritual encounters and moments of synchronicity she's experienced, including seeing “a fully-fledged angel”, the mysterious meeting in a bookstore on the day of her husband's sudden passing, her memories of a past life in Jesus's time, and much more. Enjoy!   Referenced in our interview: The Isle of Erraid in Scotland: https://www.erraid.com/ Author Robert Louis Stevenson and his connection to Erraid: https://www.erraid.com/history/ The Grandmothers' “Water Song” which Lynda sings to the water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDGWuPUH5_A Connect with Lynda and view her beautiful art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recordecor/?hl=en   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters on Amazon or Kobo. Find the audio versions of my three books — Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies – (all narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.     Show theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle   I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

SORRY ABOUT THE POOR AUDIO QUALITY! It gets better as the episode goes on.Joey and Joel sit down to talk about Joey's journey after finishing college. His is not the most normal experience of a Bible college graduate, with his first role being the pastor of a church plant within a church that has only been established for 10 years.They talk about developing as a preacher and the importance of faithfulness under God in the face of the ambiguities that come with a church plant. They wrap up the episode with a discussion on Ryde as the first gathering at Soul Revival that isn't in the Sutherland Shire.00:00 Intro00:59 Jack Reacher and a sermon illustration10:46 Finishing college and preaching16:49 Sticking to the process and avoiding imposter syndrome24:37 From college straight into church planting30:46 Faithfulness within the ambiguity of a church plant42:12 Adapting to Soul Revival and Ryde being outside the Sutherland ShireDISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE:Jack ReacherBreaking BadLast Stop LarrimahSergio and RhodaCONTACT USShock Absorber Email: joel@shockabsorber.com.auShock Absorber Website: shockabsorber.com.auSoul Revival Shop: soulrevival.shopCheck out what else Soul Revival is up to here

Actor and writer Brendan Cowell with tender and funny tales from his boyhood as a child actor and a budding playwright (R)

As some of you may know, I had a life-changing experience in June and early July of this year. I walked the Camino de Santiago – the Way of St James – an ancient pilgrimage across Spain. On the full moon morning of July 4, I arrived at the Cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, the capital of the beautiful, mist-shrouded Galicia region, which, as you're about to hear, stole my heart. With her rich heritage of Celtic legends, lore and music, Galicia reunited me with a part of myself I hadn't known was missing.    And so, this episode is different to usual programming; what follows is my reflection on the pilgrimage, specifically, five sacred truths the Camino revealed to me. The path winds, and I follow, friends. I hope this serves. Enjoy.   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Music in this episode: Celtic Impulse - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com/     Show theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle   I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.        

2023 will see the return of the WBSC women's baseball world cup for the first time since 2018, so to coincide with this, this season will focus on each of the eight World Cups held since 2004 …….. but with a twist!  A little background before we dive in. Less than 70 Australian women have donned the green and gold for Australia at a World Cup.  I was privileged and honoured to represent Australia at the first six World Cups between 2004 and 2014 and it got me thinking about all the great team mates I had, many of which played one World Cup.  Sometimes I hear people say “I only played one… they only played one….' And I figured we need to stop using the word ‘only'... cos I reckon that to reach the heights of national team selection, whether it is for one, or 6,  or eight World Cups, well, you can play!  So for this upcoming eight-episode series, I will be sharing the stories of some of Australia's One Cup Wonders. Eight amazing women who represented Australia at one of these World Cups!   For the first episode, we head back to the inaugural World Cup in Canada in 2004 to hear Kelly Gunn's story.  A right-handed pitcher from NSW, Kelly Gunn shares her baseball journey which took her from a 13-year-old playing with the boys in Sydney's Sutherland Shire to one of the country's leading pitchers in the early 2000s including being the winning pitcher in New South Wales' first ever Nationals victory in 2003 and on the mound when Australia recorded its first ever victory over Japan at World Cup.  #womensbaseball #womeninbaseball #insidepitch

You're listening to Spirit Sisters. I'm your host, Karina Machado. As always, I'm delighted that you're joining me around the virtual fireside today. And we have quite the story for you to warm yourself by tonight. I was on the train this morning, Spanish guitar playing softly in my earbuds, thinking about what to say in the introduction to this very special episode. This week, I welcome my dear friend Sara back to the podcast. I first interviewed Sara in the early days of the show, in 2019. We recorded a double episode, which I published in September and October of that year, and I've included those links below. Sara has a riveting story to tell. Hers is one of the most profound NDEs I've ever encountered, not just because of the beauty and richness of the experience itself, but also because of the profound repercussions it had on her life, the way it transformed every aspect of her being. Suffice to say that today, she considers herself Sara 2.0, as she shares in our conversation. From a cardiac diagnostic imaging specialist who gave her all to her patients – a rewarding and very demanding career that she adored, though it ran her ragged – to the survivor of a rare auto-immune condition who, post NDE, is driven to heal hearts in a new way. Today, Sara is devoted to sharing the message of her NDE – that love is the essence of who we are and that living true to our soul's purpose is how we ultimately heal. She talks about the Soul Seed planted within each of us and of finding the courage to let it flourish. She also shares her life review in great detail and you'll hear why this was a highlight of her NDE, and how it's still rippling out powerfully in her life today. Keep listening to hear about the Healing Chamber, seeing her beloved father and mentor and other loved ones forming part of a jubilant gathering Sara calls the Welcoming Party, and all about the extraordinary downloads she received about the time and space continuum. This is the story of a woman who's had to find a fresh way to honour her training in medicine as she navigates a new path that's aligned, at last, to her soul purpose. Speaking of taking new paths, tomorrow Sara and I are flying to Spain to walk El Camino de Santiago, the Way of St James. As we head out together with open hearts and faith that the Camino delivers, I will also be cherishing the opportunity to walk towards and through Galicia, mystical land of my great-grandparents. I'm finally walking towards my story, and I have the deep honour of doing that with a soul friend by my side.   At the end of the show, we have some exciting news to share about a collaboration that we trust will water the little Soul Seeds within us. You'll find links below to our new venture, as well as links to Sara's charity The Autoimmune Project. We hope you'll come and walk with us. Until then, Buen Camino. Follow Soul2Soul Conversations on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul2soulconversations/ The Autoimmune Project on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autoimmuneproject/ The Autoimmune Project website: https://www.theautoimmuneproject.org.au/   Our earlier conversations on Spirit Sisters in 2019: Part One: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-t8kdb-bf8c2b Part Two: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-xdxkr-c236a0   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.      

Karina Machado welcomes psychic-medium Debbie Malone to the podcast. Debbie and I have known each other for many years – I first told her story in my 2009 book Spirit Sisters, and she made another appearance in the follow-up, Where Spirits Dwell. As an internationally acclaimed psychic medium, author, psychic detective and spiritual teacher, Debbie has spent the last 30 years assisting police departments around the globe with high-profile missing persons and murder investigations. A student of the prestigious Arthur Findlay College, Debbie often features in the media and is in high demand for speaking engagements and other appearances. In our interview today, Debbie shares the near-death experience that ignited her psychic gifts and casts back to when her dreams were taken over by two victims of the notorious Backpacker Murders, and how this confronting situation catapulted her into her work as a psychic detective. For listeners who may not be familiar the Backpacker Murders, this refers to Australian serial killer Ivan Milat, who murdered seven young backpackers in NSW between 1989 and 1992. Debbie is certain there are more victims, as she tells us on the show. Aside from her fascinating work as a Psychic-detective, we delve into Debbie's recent foray into channelling, her book Awaken Your Psychic Ability, her thoughts on the current shift in consciousness, and a lot more. Enjoy my conversation with my lovely friend, Debbie Malone. Connect with Debbie Malone, learn about her books and view her spirit photography at her website: https://www.debbiemalone.com/   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

If you have ever wondered what it is like to be Hypnotised, well this episode is for you! Tanya speaks with Alison Morris who is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist - Can you be told to do anything? What is this kind of therapy used for? How does it work? Tanya gets your answers and also finds out the STRANGEST thing Alison has helped someone with! Also, the Mixed bag calls just keep getting better and better! Just when you don't think they could be topped, another comes in that blows us away! The hotline is open! We want to hear from you if you.. Give the hotline a call! The Hotline number is 02 9564 9777 and you can also send us an email hotline@novapodcasts.com.au Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.  LINKS Follow Tanya on Instagram @tanhennessy  Follow Tanya on Facebook @thetanyahennessy  Watch Tanya on TikTok @tanyahennessy  Find Alison's website HERE Nova Podcasts Instagram @novapodcastsofficial CREDITS Host: Tanya HennessySenior Producer / Audio Editor / Video Editor: Chae RoganManaging Producer: Elle Beattie Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you struggling with unexplained weight gain in your midsection?Curious about the connection between thyroid health and weight management?In this episode of the me&my health up podcast, Anthony Hartcher interviews Naturopath Lisa Costa-Bir about thyroid issues and their impact on weight gain, specifically in the midsection. Lisa discusses the importance of nurturing the thyroid gland with the right nutrients and highlights the role of stress, hormones, and exercise in managing thyroid function. She emphasizes a holistic approach to health and self-care, including restorative exercises, stress management programs, and finding balance in life to optimize thyroid function and overall well-being.  Lisa also shares valuable insights on the need for patience and consistency in addressing thyroid issues, and the importance of maintaining a self-care wheel encompassing various aspects of life that contribute to better thyroid function. Tune in to learn more about Lisa's approach to managing thyroid health, the role of carbohydrates and other nutrients in thyroid function, and the significance of incorporating relaxation, laughter, and nature into your self-care routine. About Lisa Costa Bir:Lisa Costa-Bir is a leading Naturopath in the Sutherland Shire. Having been diagnosed with the auto-immune condition, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, one year after having her daughter, Lisa's passion lies within all things thyroid and auto-immune related. Using a combination of conventional and complementary medicine, she has regained her health and energy and is passionate about helping her clients do the same so that they can live and enjoy their lives to the fullest.Lisa is also a lecturer and clinical supervisor at Endeavour College of Natural Therapies where she mentors students completing degrees in Nutrition and Naturopathy and has  taught nutrition to dancers at ED5 performing Arts School. She has contributed as an expert writer to two textbooks on Naturopathic Medicine: Clinical Naturopathic Medicine and Foundations in Clinical Naturopathic Medicine.Connect with Lisa Costa-Bir:Instagram: lisacostabirnaturopathLisa's website: https://www.lisacostabirnaturopath.com/About me&my & Anthony Hartcher:me&my health up seeks to enhance and enlighten the well-being of others. Host Anthony Hartcher is the CEO of me&my wellness which provides holistic health solutions using food as medicine, combined with a holistic, balanced, lifestyle approach. Anthony holds three bachelor's degrees in Complementary Medicine; Nutrition and Dietetic Medicine; and Chemical Engineering.   Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPodcast DisclaimerAny information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice, and are provided for general information purposes only. All care is taken in the preparation of the information in this Podcast. [Connected Wellness Pty Ltd] operating under the brand of “me&my health up”..click here for moreSupport the show

Eloise Harpas is a professional dancer, choreographer and teacher from Sydney. She trained at Ettingshausens in the Sutherland Shire.  At 15 years of age, after landing a job working on the tour of Young Talent Time, Eloise realised that she wanted to make a career of it. Local work continued to come her way with opportunities such as X Factor throughout the time when she completed her full time training at Ettingshausens. During that time, her potential was recognised by icons of the dance world including Kelley Abbey and she was awarded a 3 month scholarship to train at Broadway Dance Centre. Whilst there Eloise became the first Australian to ever receive their Outstanding Student Award in the 3 month course. This ignited a passion in Eloise who became determined to move to LA to follow her dreams. Already in her young career, she has danced with artists such as Sam Smith and Katy Perry. Now she is living in LA, signed to an agent and working at awards shows such as the Grammys. 

Karina Machado speaks with Jacob King, who's 33 and lives in Melbourne. In October 2021, Jacob had a near-death experience that profoundly transformed his world. Up until that point, Jacob was doing his best to cope with the effects of a traumatic childhood and subsequent drug addiction. “I couldn't understand how all these things could exist side by side,” he says. “Was I a depressed, violent addict, or a spiritual and loving person? Could I ever heal from my trauma, or was I always going to be damaged and dysfunctional? Am I just a victim of circumstances, or something else? Who am I? These questions baffled me until the age of 32, where I had my NDE and met God in person. I took the opportunity to ask these questions to his face. His answers changed my life.” Jacob is still integrating his recent NDE but is now committed to a life of service through sharing his story. In our conversation, we talk about moments when he realised how his story had a healing effect on others. “I feel as though my life plan is to help a lot of people through speaking about what I've learned, and the things I continue to learn. But this plan isn't mine. I've surrendered my life to a higher power, so I just want to be an open vessel to be used as needed. So far, the results have been better than anything I could have planned on my own.” Please note, Jacob's story references suicidal thoughts. If this brings up anything for you, please contact Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14, or seek local support outside Australia. Enjoy my conversation with Jacob King.   Subscribe to Jacob's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jacobking369   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.      

Eloise Harpas is a professional dancer, choreographer and teacher from Sydney. She trained at Ettingshausen's in the Sutherland Shire. At 15 years of age, after landing a job working on the tour of Young Talent Time, Eloise realised that she wanted to make a career of it. Already in her young career, she has danced with artists such as Sam Smith and Katy Perry. Now she is living in LA, signed to an agent and working at awards shows such as the Grammys. Join Charlie as she asks the hard questions in this performer profile.Find out all the things you have always wanted to know about your favourite performers, but never had the chance to ask.

You're listening to Spirit Sisters, I'm your host, Karina Machado. I'm back after a long break, grateful for your patience and lovely messages. I experienced a challenging time towards the end of last year and I felt I had to press pause on the podcast and a few other things in order to look after myself.  And so, in the spirit of creating and healing, I'm so happy to share this episode with you this week. My guest is Chrissy, a teacher specialising in wellbeing who lives in Victoria. Chrissy has had a lifetime of fascinating encounters with the spirit world, and we're concentrating on three key stories in this episode. From a heart-stopping brush with a spirit man when she was a little girl, to the chilling, yet poignant experiences of her adult years, Chrissy draws us close around the virtual fireside today as she explores the defining spiritual encounters of her life. Of these, there's one in particular that Chrissy will never forget, involving a pair of siblings searching for their parents in Victoria's historic Ballarat region. There's an intriguing postscript to this story which offers clues as to the identity of the children Chrissy saw. She recently discovered that there had been an orphanage built in 1865 just minutes away from where Chrissy was staying when she met the children… I'll be posting about this on social media, so check out my Facebook and Instagram pages for that.   For now, enjoy my conversation with Chrissy, telling the story of spirits who dwell in the threshold between worlds.   Listen to the interview with previous podcast guest Danielle, which I mention in the episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-rhjnq-f7c9bc   Listen to the interview with previous guest Rhonda, who also saw “the visitors”: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-mis77-1201e31   Listen to my book Where Spirits Dwell on Audible: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Where-Spirits-Dwell-Audiobook/1489357823?source_code=SEMPP30DTRIAL4510830220001&ipRedirectOverride=true&gclid=CjwKCAjw5P2aBhAlEiwAAdY7dF4YCw2Rgfgl32Ywb7CUknFyRqC74411hHydi_vfs5nFtNzDjH0PPRoC_gwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds     Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.          

Sarah Parry first saw a tall ship sailing into Sydney Harbour in 1965. Two decades later, in an abandoned Hobart warehouse, she began building her own full-sized Square Rigger from scratch. In the process, she realised it was time to change her own life

Sarah Parry first saw a tall ship sailing into Sydney Harbour in 1965. Two decades later, in an abandoned Hobart warehouse, she began building her own full-sized Square Rigger from scratch. In the process, she realised it was time to change her own life

Welcome to our special Halloween episode on Spirit Sisters with Karina Machado. I thought it only fitting that I share a haunted house story today. What makes it extra special is that I had the opportunity to catch up with Nell Jones, whose story features in my book Where Spirits Dwell. Nell is a retired teacher and writer who lives in Stockton, an historic beachside suburb in the NSW city of Newcastle. The traditional custodians of these lands and waters are the Awabakal and Worimi Peoples. In 2000, Nell bought a derelict, century-old cottage that had once been a general store. The home signified a fresh start for Nell and her then teenaged daughter, but as they would come to discover, they'd have to share it with a cast of spirit visitors. From a vintage dame in a stylish frock, to a smelly coal miner and little girls playing in the backyard, the place “was packed with ghosts,” as a paranormal investigator declared. At the height of the haunting, Nell called in the investigator from the Australian Institute of Parapsychological Research; his name is Robb Tilley and there's a chapter about his case files in Where Spirits Dwell. As Nell shares in our conversation, Robb performed a house clearing but even all these years later, Nell still has a sense that she has company in the house.   Enjoy Nell's story about her beloved home, portal to the past.   Listen to my book Where Spirits Dwell on Audible: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Where-Spirits-Dwell-Audiobook/1489357823?source_code=SEMPP30DTRIAL4510830220001&ipRedirectOverride=true&gclid=CjwKCAjw5P2aBhAlEiwAAdY7dF4YCw2Rgfgl32Ywb7CUknFyRqC74411hHydi_vfs5nFtNzDjH0PPRoC_gwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

There's no doubt when someone says 'The Shire' they're talking about NSW's Sutherland Shire, but how did it earn that title?Speaking of NSW, what old nickname did the people there previously go by?Plus, what is moonshine, and does it have anything to do with night time? For even more linguistic tidbits, correspond with Kel at ozwords.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karina Machado presents the second episode in the Psychic September mini-series. These are conversations with a diverse group of psychic-mediums, people of different ages, genders and at varying stages in their journey of their lives and of their calling as one who links the living with loved ones beyond the veil. (This is all about sharing life experiences, not endorsing a business, as I haven't had readings with any of them. I might do so one day, but I haven't yet. As always, this is all about speaking from the heart as we build bridges of connection to each other through our stories.) It's my pleasure to introduce you today to David Gammal, who's based in Sydney's inner-west. Dave has always known that he had a psychic ability, but didn't know what that meant. Going through life-changing challenges throughout his 20s taught Dave to embrace his ability and use it to give back to others. Service is a theme in Dave's life, as you're about to hear. Dave actually honed his abilities as a support worker for people with disabilities, which I found fascinating. I really enjoyed Dave's warmth and candour as he shared his story with me. Dave talks about his struggles to try and fit in as a young person, battling low self-esteem, people-pleasing tendencies and of the gifts he's come to recognise were in the darkest moments. He shares about his mentor, psychic-medium Debbie Malone, and how her book helped put him on the right path. He takes us through the nuts and bolts of a reading and about how to avoid connecting with low-frequency spirits. At the end, he shares a beautiful message of hope for anyone who's grieving a loved one. There's a lot we cover in an hour. I really enjoyed my conversation with David Gammal, I hope you do too. Please note, this episode references suicide and a violent assault. If you need support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. Outside of Australia, please reach out to your appropriate local support services. For now, settle in as Dave Gammal takes us inside the life of a professional psychic-medium.   Connect with Dave at his website: https://yourmessagesfrombeyond.com/ Connect with Dave on Instagram. Dave references Awaken Your Psychic Ability by Debbie Malone. You can find the updated edition here.   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

You're listening to Spirit Sisters. I'm your host, Karina Machado. Thank you for tuning in. I have something a little different today: the first conversation in a mini-series I'm calling ‘Psychic September.' Throughout the month of September, I'm bringing you conversations with a diverse group of psychic-mediums. Before we launch into the series, I'd like to point out that this is about sharing the life experiences of psychic-mediums, I'm not endorsing their businesses, as I haven't had readings with any of them. As always, this is all about speaking from the heart as we share our stories. We're starting today with Kate Lowe, who lives in Victoria. Kate had a thriving career in PR and marketing but her soul always called her to live her spiritual truth. During Covid, she channelled an idea to support children learning at home and its success gave her the impetus to launch out on her own, finally doing the work she loves – being a psychic-medium – full-time, on her own terms. As she says, “I just decided that I wanted to be me; I wanted to be all of me.” Today, Kate shares the astounding story of Amelia, a spirit child who reached out to her in a dream, and that proved to be just the beginning of an extraordinary sequence of events, as you're about to hear from Kate. Please note, this episode references sexual assault. If you need support, please call 1800RESPECT in Australia. That's 1800 737 732. If you're elsewhere, please reach out to your appropriate local support services. Settle in as Kate Lowe tells us about her life-changing encounter with a little spirit called Amelia.   Connect with Kate at her website: https://www.spiritualbusiness.com.au/ Connect with Kate on Instagram   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.      

What does it look like when an interior designer takes on her own project?Kerrie-Ann Jones The Stylist is one of Australia's most coveted interior stylists. As the former editor of Real Living Magazine, her impeccable style and eye for trends have influenced and inspired how Australians decorate their homes.Recently, Kerrie-Ann turned the whole process on its head, shifting her attention to the renovation of her own dream home.In this episode, we learn what the renovation journey looks like from the inside, how Kerrie-Ann dealt with the numerous challenges renovating during covid threw at her, and her learnings and takeaways of tackling your own project as an owner-builder.The result of her efforts is a serene home in the Sutherland Shire, complete with water views. Kerrie-Ann details how they ended up with this untouched mid-century gem, the experience of demolishing and starting with bare bones and the mantra that got her through the mammoth 18 month reno (while she was working full time, looking after her kids and dealing with some personal challenges).If you're in the industry, or you just want an understanding of what a renovation is like as an owner-builder, these tips from Kerrie-Ann will make your renovation journey so much easier!Enjoy!LINKS:Kerri-Ann Jones The Stylist Website: https://www.thestylist.net.au/Kerri-Ann Jones The Stylist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrieann_jones_stylist/Kerrie-Ann's home: https://thedesignfiles.net/2019/07/interiors-kerri-anne-styling-darlinghurst/Buy our new book: BuildHer, A practical guide to building and renovatingBuildHer Website: https://buildhercollective.com.au/BuildHer Instagram: @buildhercollectiveBuildHer Facebook: Women who Design, Decorate, Renovate & BuildRegister for a call: https://go.oncehub.com/BuildHer

Karina Machado welcomes Ash Perrow. Ash is an Australian musician, and creative freedom coach. In 2016, Ash had a near death experience (NDE) following complications from back surgery. He experienced leaving his body and returned to it with the awareness that he was permitted to stay ‘for the work that he does and to walk the planet from his heart'. Since then, he has been exploring the barriers to being our truest version of ourselves and helping others to do the same. Along this path, he left his teaching job and returned to writing, sharing and performing music, as well as engaging in deep personal work to discover what prevents us from living a life from the heart. Ash is passionate about helping people to create a life they love, as you're about to discover. As Ash unspooled his story, our conversation branched out in a number of fruitful directions, and I've included links in the show notes to everything we discussed, in case you'd like to explore further. Also, for the first time on the Spirit Sisters podcast, I've included a musical interlude! Ash kindly contributed one of his beautiful songs, called “I'm moving on,” featuring Naomi Connell. Music is such a big piece of Ash's life, so this seems another meaningful way for Ash to share his story – and his heart – with us all on the show today. Listen out for the song around halfway through our conversation, and I invite you to pay close attention to the lyrics. There might be a shining jewel of an invitation there for you. Connect with Ash (and learn more about his music and coaching) at his website: https://ashperrow.com/ Connect with Ash on Facebook Connect with Ash on YouTube (and watch the film clip of “I'm Moving On,” as played during our conversation). Connect with Ash on Instagram Referenced in our conversation: here is the video where Ash describes in detail the after-effects of his NDE Click here to read or listen to the poem The Guest House, by Rumi Learn more about the late author/spiritual teacher Wayne Dyer here Read about Anita Moorjani's near-death experience here Learn more about the Path of Love Retreat here Click here for information about the book How to Change Your Mind, by Michael Pollan Click here for more on the book The Immortality Key, by Brian C. Muraresku Listen to the late Mellen Thomas Benedict share the story of his NDE on the Coast to Coast radio show; or for a summary of his experience, click here.   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.    

Graham is a surveyor who has been in the industry for 49 years and now works for 12D solutions in Software product Sales and support. He has spent his career working as a Project Surveyor and regional sales manager at Leica before moving to 12D. Graham was born in Sydney & grew up in the Sutherland Shire. As a kid & growing up, Graham wanted to be a surfer, sailor and a surveyor.  He began his career at Forshaw Surveyors in Bexley. He has worked on many large infrastructure projects and was my second boss back in 1996. Winning awards in Surfing Sailing and Sales. Now residing in Sunny Queensland Graham enjoys his down time surfing and sailing. You can find Graham on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-wirth-0a38bbb/ You can contact me at: https://www.petacox.com   Podcast Support Defining Boundaries: https://www.patreon.com/PetaCox  @definingboundaries https://www.instagram.com/definingboundaries/?hl=en   @surveygeekgirl https://www.instagram.com/surveygeekgirl/?hl=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/peta-cox  Music by Paul Greene https://www.instagram.com/greenepaul/ Red Shelf Records/Sounds Delicious Australia https://www.instagram.com/soundsdeliciousaustralia/

You're listening to Spirit Sisters. I'm your host, Karina Machado, thank you for joining us today, for part two of my conversation with Australian spiritual teacher and author Tash McKenna. What does forgiveness mean to you? As I publish this podcast, mainstream news sites tell of the Abdallah family from the Sydney suburb of Oatlands, who were invited to share their extraordinary story of forgiveness with the Vatican. On a summer's day in 2020, the Abdallahs lost three of their six children – Sienna, Angelina and Antony – to a driver affected by drugs and alcohol. The kids were on a walk to buy ice-cream, and their cousin, Veronique, also died. What caught the world's attention was the way Danny and Leila Abdallah publicly forgave the driver. They talk about forgiveness as a means to heal and “not retreat into hatred”. As I honour the Abdallahs and their immense courage, I think of what forgiveness has meant to me over the years. What I've found is that where there is unforgiveness, there is no growth or life or flourishing of creativity. There is no progress or joy. We cannot access love from a space of unforgiveness and that must always be to everyone's detriment. In part two of our conversation today, Tash McKenna shares how she arrived at her teaching of "Truforgiveness," a tool that she has discovered to be utterly transformational in her journey of trauma to peace.  If you haven't listened to part one with Tash, please scroll down and listen to that first so that you can follow on. In the first episode, Tash told us about how, as an eight-year-old trauma survivor, she heard the audible voice of God, an encounter which sparked the beginning of a 40-year spiritual odyssey that led her into deepest suffering. Today, Tash shares how receiving the teachings of The Treasure Map of Truforgiveness, FAITH & the ‘I Forgive' Principle, lit a way out of the darkness for her, and her hopes that they may also support others who are struggling. In this episode, Tash also shares more about her understanding of time, about dreams she had two decades ago that planted the seed for her work today, and about the ways we constantly project our turmoil outwardly unless we awaken from ego identification. As Tash says, “What's inside of you is what you experience outside of yourself in time.” We also discuss how the work of healing ourselves is essentially what heals us all. Editing the podcast, it struck me that Tash's teachings echo the Hawaiian spiritual tradition of Ho'oponopono, which some of you might already know. It too lays out forgiveness as a path to inner peace and teaches that we must forgive within in order to see results without. In the practice of Ho'oponopono we're encouraged to repeat the words “I'm sorry, please forgive me, I love you, thank you”. As with Tash's Treasure Map, this mantra is intended to undo false beliefs in our subconscious mind in order to transform our outer experience. As in our first episode, Tash launches the show with a mini Treasure Map of forgiving within, a rhythmic song of prayer to open our conversation. In my imagination, these words of forgiveness are released like doves of peace into our hurting world. Again, I invite you to open wide your heart and mind to it and take your time with these teachings, which reference A Course in Miracles. Click here to learn more about A Course in Miracles, which I consider the most extraordinary channelled text of the 20th century. Tash has also kindly offered our listeners 10 prize packs of The Treasure Map e-book, and a “Course in Miracles Explained” mini course, which includes a meditation and journal prompts. These will go to the first 10 people to message me via my website, karinamachado.com, so drop me a line.  Before we begin, please note that this episode references an eating disorder and acute PTSD. If you need support, and you're in Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Outside of Australia, please search for local support services. Enjoy part two of my conversation with Tash McKenna, sharing how Truforgiveness healed her life.   Connect with Tash and access free resources at her website: https://www.tashmckenna.com/   Find out more about A Course in Miracles: https://acim.org/   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

In 1982, Michael Jackson released his Thriller album; the Australian Prime Minister was Malcolm Fraser, Prince William was born and E.T. The Extra Terrestrial premiered in cinemas … and, in her bedroom in a beachside suburb east of Sydney, an 8-year-old called Natasha McKenna received a visit from God. Tash, as she's known, is my guest today on Spirit Sisters, in part one of a two-part conversation. Tash is a spiritual teacher and Truforgiveness healer. As an eight-year-old trauma survivor, hearing the audible voice of God make her a promise sparked the beginning of a 40-year spiritual odyssey that pushed her to the depths of despair. Throughout her life, with a Commerce Degree to lean on, Tash has worked a myriad of roles, including talent booker and marketing manager before being guided to dedicate her life entirely to bringing through the teachings she's received. Tash is the author of The Treasure Map of Truforgiveness, FAITH & the ‘I Forgive' Principle. In Tash's words, “this is the true way to forgive that has been gifted by God. It is how you change your mind from the wrong mind of judgment and attack to the right mind of peace and love that precedes spiritual awakening. It is how you truly heal and make miracles your own.” As you'll hear in the opening minutes, Tash and I are friends, having met in unlikely circumstances years ago. We also found out we were both students of the spiritual self-study text, A Course in Miracles, a channelled work which teaches forgiveness as a path to healing and inner peace. What Tash teaches is a kind of corollary to A Course in Miracles, or ACIM, in that she offers how to actually forgive from the Right Mind – you'll hear her refer to that a lot – and not the ego mind, which only brings about a false forgiveness. Tash was instructed to call her process, “Truforgiveness,” and she shares a fascinating story about how that unfolded. She also reveals her near-death experience and other mystical experiences, including a profound journey “outside of time.” This is a challenging episode, and an advanced teaching, so I invite you to open wide your heart and mind to it and take your time. Tash, who was raised in a non-religious setting, uses traditional Christian terms in fresh and surprising ways, much like ACIM. For instance, her definition of God is “the Wholeness of Perfect Love … beingness over bodily identification.” Before we begin, please note that this episode references suicide, eating disorders, substance abuse and PTSD. If you need support, and you're in Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Outside of Australia, please search for local support services. Enjoy my conversation with Tash McKenna, sharing her full story publicly for the first time.   Connect with Tash and access free resources at her website: https://www.tashmckenna.com/   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.  

Thanks for joining me around the virtual fireside for another uplifting story. I'm recording this intro on a full moon and eclipse. This isn't my area of expertise but I have it on good authority that this is significant, and certainly I can feel it. Individually and collectively, we are all going through so much. For me, this is a time of profound shifts and a reckoning. I wonder how many of you can relate to that? I feel very guided through this by various disincarnate loving beings, including my ancestors. I'm feeling the calling to write a new book very intensely. While I'm very drawn to fiction, there are also non-fiction ideas brewing around the topics and stories we discuss on the Spirit Sisters podcast. I was prodded to share this with you today because I know that so many of you will relate to the pull to do something that truly honours your soul. Tell me about it, I'd love to hear. I actually had to discard two earlier versions of this intro because it didn't say what my heart wanted to say.  None of this is to say that I'm going to turn away from the podcast, but I hope that you can be patient with me as I navigate this terrain. I know how much these stories mean to you all so I'll keep putting them out there and growing this lovely community. You all feel like family to me and I treasure the words you write to me about how the episodes lift your heart when little else will. So thank you. Now that I've shared that, and speaking of heart-lifting stories, let me tell you about today's episode. My guest is Paula Lenz. Paula had a truly extraordinary spiritual experience in 1983, days after her beloved brother Donnie died in an accident. Amazingly enough, her out of body experience happened while she was driving his car. While her spirit was reunited with Donnie, her body safely steered the car to its destination. Fascinating. In our conversation today, Paula shares in detail about her spiritually transformative experience, about the blissful wonder of hanging out in the “oneness” with her beloved Donnie, and and the many ways he continues to reach out to her. She also offers a message for anyone who's grieving someone they love, and she tells us about the technique she's created called M.I.S.T, MIST, which stands for Meld Into Spirit Technique, a simple way, she says, to enable our connection with the world beyond our physical senses. There's a lot more, of course. Enjoy my conversation with Paula Lenz. And if you love Spirit Sisters, please subscribe, rate and review the show. It helps others to find their way to these stories and that, after all, it's what it's all about.   Connect with Paula at https://paulalenz.wixsite.com/paulalenz Click here for Paula's free M.I.S.T technique - Meld Into Spirit   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Karina Machado presents an original voice from her 2009 book Spirit Sisters. Rhonda Rice, a scripture teacher from Sydney, tells a story that encompasses various spiritual and paranormal threads. Rhonda has experienced otherworldly encounters since she was a little girl doing her best to cope with the tragic loss of her baby sister, Laurel. In the wake of that devastating day, an angelic encounter paved the way for a lifetime of mystical encounters.  In her 30s, Rhonda had a near-death experience and in her 50s, she began to see “the visitors,” as she calls them, strangers who look absolutely alive who materialise beside her bed. Today, in her 80s, Rhonda continues to have spiritually transformative experiences. At the beginning of our conversation, Rhonda shared a story about being on a cruise just before Covid, and having an accident that should have seen her seriously injured or worse. Instead, she felt herself supernaturally lifted “in a whoosh,” as she described it, to safety onto the bed. Earlier, Rhonda's partner had insisted she come and see an artwork onboard the ship. As it happened, the piece depicted a beautiful angel. Later, Rhonda reflected on that as she came through her mishap unscathed. She believes it's the same guardian angel she met as a child. Angels figure prominently in Rhonda's story, especially when she describes the aftermath of the unfathomable family tragedy. I wrote in my book Love Never Dies that stories are “memorials built of words and hewn with love, not cold stone or marble,” and Rhonda's story reminds me of that. Yes, it's a slice of Australian history, a first-hand account of days gone by, but beyond that, it ensures that a precious toddler called Laurel will never be forgotten. Rhonda's story appears as "Faith's Envoy" in Spirit Sisters (Hachette Australia 2009). Her account of seeing the visitors is included in Chapter 1.   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Karina Machado welcomes a special guest with a wondrous story, or three, to share. My guest is Leesa Anderson and she's a storyteller extraordinaire. Leesa has a background in the corporate world and lives in beautiful Montana, USA, with her family. She has a lifetime of mystical experiences behind her, stretching back to her childhood growing up on a ranch feeling very close to God amid spectacular natural surrounds, but she's only recently decided it's the right time to begin sharing these stories with the world. As Leesa told me after we'd stopped recording this episode, “These stories are not about me, they're about the Truth behind me.” Leesa says that what's important right now is to share the hope that these stories offer to whoever is in need. Today, this was me. Perhaps it's you, too. “What's welling up in me is to release the sense of love in these stories,” she says. Yes, love abounds in these yarns, as you're about to here. In fact, it's the very agent of the miracles Leesa describes. Get ready for a captivating 90 minutes around the virtual fireside with the lovely Leesa Anderson, and you can be certain she'll be back on the show very soon to share more experiences to enrich your heart and soul. Enjoy.   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Near-death experiencer Susan Dyer joins Karina Machado for part two of our conversation. If you haven't listened to part one yet, I encourage you to scroll down to the episode below and tune in to that first so that you have the full context for today's episode. In this one, we pick up where we left off, as Susan shares all about the physical healing following her 2017 NDE that confounded her medical specialists. Yet this was no fairytale happy ending. Next, Susan found herself on an emotional roller coaster that saw her lose friends and once again fall seriously ill. This conversation is a deep dive. As she did in part one, Susan shares very openly, offering wisdom, gleaned from her experiences, about the nature of reality, her understanding of God as ultimate Liberation, and empowerment. She also shares simple practices to help identify your purpose and connect with your spirit guides. As Susan says, “If you were to swing your arm you would knock down several celestial beings… you are surrounded by help at all times.” Enjoy part two of my conversation with Susan Dyer. Connect with Susan at her website: susandyer.com  Enjoy metaphysical how-tos and channelled messages on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SusanDyer1111 Join Susan's Facebook Group, Divining Women https://www.facebook.com/groups/DiviningWomen   Connect with Karina Machado at karinamachado.com Buy the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters as a paperback at Booktopia. Buy the e-book of the 10th anniversary edition of Spirit Sisters at Kobo. Buy the audio book of the original Spirit Sisters (narrated by me) at Audible. Connect with Karina on Facebook. Connect with Karina on Instagram.   Theme music: Mysterious by MusicPond, from Audio Jungle I acknowledge the Dharawal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land of Sutherland Shire, in NSW, Australia, where I live and record Spirit Sisters, and I recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and community. I pay respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.

Phillip King has $30 million worth of reasons he's the Sutherland Shire's king of commercial real estate. Aftera 30+ year career at IBM Australia, where he was one of the first mobile phone owners and worked with computers as big as living rooms, he thought it was time for retirement. He was wrong.Harnessing 3 decades of commercial investment thanks to his childhood chats with his Uncle Joe, King realised his calling and jumped at the chance. Now with 53 commercial properties of his own and a database of 350 clients, he's living the career of his dreams.In this episode King delves into what it was like to grow up in God's country, where his childhood revolved around sport and definitely not around writing books! The author of Engines of Wealth: Commercial Retail Shops describes how and why he got involved in commercial property investing, and why residential property just wasn't the fit for him. Plus, millennials rejoice: we hear how you can have your avocado toast and flat whites and save for a house deposit, using just one spiralling method! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Actor and writer Brendan Cowell with tender and funny tales from his boyhood as a child actor and a budding playwright

Continuing on with Part 2 of our Gypsy Brewing segment, I chat with Founder & Owner Brad Walker of the Sutherland Shire based brewery, Sunday Road.Brad along with a number of other successful breweries, started out as a gypsy brewer before launching into his very own physical brewery.Beginning his journey in 2016, bouncing around a couple different breweries such as Wayward in Sydney's Inner West and Illawarra Brewing Co down Wollongong way, Brad learnt his craft and built the Sunday Road brand via the gypsy brewing path for several years.In this episode, Brad shares his personal views and opinions of what gypsy brewing is, and what it isn't, the differences between gypsy brewing today compared to when he and many other breweries started out down this same path, and he talks about his tough slog story of his gypsy brewing days, his learning and personal development about professional brewing, the business side of the brewing industry, plus all the challenges, mistakes, as well as successes leading up to the eventual opening up of his very own physical brewery.EPISODE LINKS:Sunday Road BrewingVisit us at www.buildmeabrewery.com.au for more exclusive Brewery Building Content.Also like and follow us on FacebookBuild Me A Brewery Facebook PageBuild Me A  Brewery Discussion GroupAnd Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelBMAB YouTube ChannelSeries 2 Partner Sponsor:https://www.lallemandbrewing.com