Butterflies and Bravery

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Susan Cagle was catapulted into fame after being discovered singing in the subway. In the next few years she would go on to release two albums, sing at the Video Music Awards, take part in an interview on the Oprah Winfrey show and even appear in an independent film. But what was happening inside her head and heart? Join us as we hear her story, her heart aches and heart breaks, laughter along the way and what's in store for her next.

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What does labour sound like?  Sometimes like a late 90's sex symbol in a loincloth. In this episode, Whisper and Jemima tell some of the funny (and not so funny) stories of the births of their children. From crazy conditions in Thailand to tiny houses in Seattle, Whisper recounts the astonishing circumstances around her first pregnancy and the--literally--unhinged birth of her second child. Then Jemima and Whisper reminisce together about some of Jemima's crazy antics during her intense and drawn out labour and childbirth. From 20 firemen in a tiny bathroom with a newborn baby to George of the Jungle this episode is sure to keep you laughing. 

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Our guest this week shares her enthralling story of overcoming incredible odds. When her parents felt called to "serve the Lord" in another country, Joyce and her younger brother were abandoned in Brazil. While Joyce was able to navigate and survive the cult, her brother had a difficult time surrendering himself completely to the cult teachings. He was a rebel, and they did not like rebels. After severe and cruel punishment didn't work, he bounced around from commune to commune, eventually ending up on the streets of Brazil. Joyce shares the heart breaking story of the unforgettable events that followed and how she learned to stand on her own feet. 

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Lisa grew up in a cult called, "The Work" led by Julius Schacknow or "Brother Julius" who declared himself "the sinful Messiah".  Astounding similarities arise to the Children of God cult that Whisper and Jemima grew up in, as Lisa talks about what life was like coming of age in Brother Julius' world. Hear about her childhood challenges and eventual escape from the circumstances she was dragged into. Find out how she rebuilt her life and lived to tell the tale. Watch for her upcoming book titled, The Work, The World and Me In-between. 

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Let's talk tough! Has religion ever played a detrimental part in your  health decisions? In this episode Jemima and Whisper discuss some controversial and difficult subjects connected to faith healing, religious dogma, smashing stigmas around mental health, and more. Plus, a new segment! Weekly jokes about cults and extreme religious beliefs! For example, Why did the cultists drink the Kool-Aid? To get to the other side..... Join us every week for a new cult-tastic joke!

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Suffering immense loss at a very young age, and growing up in the Children of God cult is a double whammy, but our guest Maria would have an even more difficult journey ahead of her. Sent on a mission to Africa at a young age, she would face some of the most difficult obstacles in her life. On a fierce mission to rebuild her life back in her homeland, she encountered even more challenges. Join us to find out how Maria rebuilt her life and became a successful psychologist. Plus some great tips about paradoxical intention and healing!

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Happy New Year! Our first episode this year is packed with fun stuff! We share some of the stats from our podcast this last year, and chat about random things like Dexter (the TV show). Join us to find out some of our top stats, like which cities were our top listeners, which countries we have been popular (and not so popular) in, and which stat surprised us each the most. 

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Holiday discussions of past and present, peppered with the usual dark humor and unusual origins of some popular traditions. Plus tangents like Jemima's experience with plucking of the Christmas goose, and the story of course does not end there. Join us to find out what the holidays mean to us, and some of our self made rituals on Christmas.

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Looking from the outside in, Ashley's life seemed picture perfect. A ministers daughter, captain of the cheerleading squad marrying the football star of their school. But things are not always as they appear to be. Ashley struggled with drug use and drinking from a young age. Trying to be super mom and work all day and maintain a household, she fell into heavier drug use. Listen to hear her remarkable story of survival and how she turned her life around and became a peer recovery coach, living to help others heal from the pain and agony of an addiction. If you would like to donate to First Step 4 Life Recovery Center in Lewiston, follow this link.

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This week is a short "not episode" due to some of the sadder and difficult things in life that we all have to deal with. Plus a little "mental healthy snack" about self care. Listen to find out what life threw at us this last couple weeks. Thank you all for listening! 

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