In this radiant, real, and sometimes ridiculous episode, I sit down with my luminous friend Franca—spirit-channel, clarity-weaver, queen of sequins and silence. We talk about what it really takes to speak your truth in public, the invisible risks of visibility, and the awkward tension between “I want to share this” and “What if I get cancelled?” (Spoiler alert: block and bless, darling.)

We cover everything from commenting on Instagram posts with actual courage, to the truth about menopause (hint: it’s not always a liberation parade), to channelling spirit in the kitchen with a pot of bean soup. It’s raw, deliciously witchy, and full of technicolour permission to be in the mess and the magic.

Franca shares her journey with HRT (and the surprising reconnection to spirit that followed), the birth of her alter-egos Queen and Chiquita, and how the art of being seen is always shapeshifting.

Whether you're someone who’s mid-transformation, hiding drafts in your reels folder, questioning the vibe of “wellness perfection,” or just here for the petty rage and the sequins—this one’s for you.

In this episode we explore:

• The art of sharing your voice without self-censorship
• Why we second guess our intuition 
• Losing and reclaiming your spiritual connection in midlife
• Dancing in the dark as a portal to channelling
• Chiquita & Queen: Franca’s fierce, funny, illustrated alter-egos born from menopausal chaos
• What it really means to channel—and how to trust it, even if it feels made up
• Why creativity is a fun, messy, divine transmission (yes, even when the phone hits your face)

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🌿 Resources & Mentions:

• Franca’s website and her instagram – follow for on point biz and life guidance with a side of sass and glitter
• Africa Brooke’s book The Third Perspective
• The College of Psychic Studies website
• The Joy Witch’s substack

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