Cageless

00:00 Start

02:00 Taking control of your life

TikTok star, professional Moulin Rouge dancer and entrepreneur Allie Goodbun joins me on Cageless to share her journey from a small-town to the most iconic stage in the world. Allie’s story is packed with bold choices, creative ambition, and the spirit of building a life you love on your own terms. We talk about:

-How taking big risks led Allie to her dream job in Paris;

-Why creating your own opportunities matters more than waiting for them to come to you; and

-The unexpected beauty of building a supportive community in a foreign city.

About Allie:

Allie Goodbun is a professional dancer at the Moulin Rouge, entrepreneur, and online creator. Originally from Canada, Allie moved to Paris after securing a coveted role at the iconic cabaret. She is the co-founder of Ready Freddy, a dance wear line designed with functionality and comfort for dancers, which has quickly gained traction worldwide. Allie shares her Parisian life and backstage experiences with her audience on social media, where she inspires others to create their own paths.

Follow Allie!

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/alliegoodbun/

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@alliegoodbun

Shop Ready Freddie:

https://readyfreddieshop.com/

In this episode, I tell you when I started asking deeper questions and wrestling with what it meant to live the way of Jesus in our world. Not in the American Church system. I decided to let go of dogma and shame and deconstruct to align my life with Jesus’s heart through my own encounters, research and relationships.

In this week’s Cageless episode, we dive into the idea that your twenties aren’t your prime—they’re your primer. Age is often weaponized against us, but it’s time to reframe our perspective.

What if the secret to a meaningful life lies in the quiet moments we often overlook? In this episode, I explore the beauty of slowing down and embracing the present. I find it really challenging to stay present in a world that keeps pushing us to rush ahead. I discuss lessons I find interesting from French mystics in Paris and Western spiritual teachers, and break down 4 spiritual practices inspired by The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry.

If you’re struggling to be present or feel overwhelmed, this episode is for you. (And for me.)

I love u.

-Jenni

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Hey hi hello, my friends,

In this episode I am talking about endings of relationships and feeling disconnected from reality. We’ll explore the challenges of grief and change, reflecting on the verse from Jeremiah 29: “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

If you’re struggling to find hope after a difficult time, this episode is for you. <3

I love u.

-Jenni

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TW: EATING DISORDERS, MENTAL ILLNESS

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Bobby of the mindframe podcast for an intimate conversation.

From Paris, we openly share the deeply personal details of how anorexia took hold of my life and the spiritual journey that helped me find healing. Now, as a writer and creator living in purpose, I reflect on what it means to truly not be the avatar of yourself. This episode dives into the complexities of eating disorders, the intersection of sin and healing, and the path to living a fuller, freer life.

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejennijohnson

If you or someone you know is in crisis please contact The Crisis Support National Suicide Prevention Life Line at https://findahelpline.com/

What happens when the structure you've built your life on begins to crumble?

David Hayward, otherwise known as the Naked Pastor, is a cartoonist, ex-vangelical, and pastor turned artist. If you’re interested in deconstruction, spiritual journeying, freedom of thought, or finding for your authentic self, this episode is for you.

"I had this profound moment where I saw the oneness of everything. Where everything is connected, and there's no separation and division." - David Hayward

We explore:

* Questioning your relationship to the Church

* "The Silence of Jesus"

* Safe online spaces for deconstruction

* The impact of David's artwork on people going through similar experiences

* The Bible's Infallibility

* Systemic issues in religion

* Coping with leaving a cult-like community

David’s work can be found on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedpastor/

Blog: https://nakedpastor.com/

Artwork: https://nakedpastor.com/collections/all

The Lasting Supper Newsletter: https://thelastingsupper.com/

Annie Ridout is a non-fiction self-development author, journalist, speaker and ghostwriter. Her work has been published in Women’s Health, The Guardian and The Independent. She is the writer of her self-titled Substack which was featured in the Official 2023 Substack publications.

Annie gives us insight on her journey of creating harmony, unlocking her true potential and finding magic in everyday life.

We discuss

-Creating freely vs. Monetizing

-Working through burn-out

-Growing an online community

-Austin Kleon’s Steal Like An Artist philosophy

-Freedom and Motherhood Entrepreneurship

Her latest book - Raise Your SQ: How the power of spiritual intelligence can change your life in seven days (Radar, 2023) - is full of tips, rituals, spiritual practices and coaching exercises that will help you to improve your life.

David McIlroy is a writer and solopreneur from Northern Ireland. He is the author of Substack publications: How to Write for a Living, The Solopreneur Stack and David McIlroy Fiction.

"All writers should be paid." - David McElroy

Episode Takeaways:

-David shares his journey from hobbyist writer to professional.

-Email lists are vital for writers and solopreneurs.

-Challenging the importance of social media

-Future trends: prioritizing authentic connections and simple storytelling.

-Consuming quality content (movies, books, television) fuels creativity.

-How to find a balance between business and creativity for people who work for themselves.