What's the difference between Samhain and Halloween? When does Samhain really fall? What were the rituals? Where did Halloween, or Samhain, in Ireland really start? Who was Tlachtga and what does she have to do with the Halloween, or Samhain Fire Festival?

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This week, I talk about water, and tell you the story of Boann, Ireland's river Goddess who created the River Boyne which nurtures the land around the site of the Battle of the Boyne, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.

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This week, I was in a quandary about quail eggs, inspired by Gisele Pelicot, and annoyed by the suppression of the Irish Goddess of Sexuality and Fertility (Síle na Gig), so that's what I talked about. I've also given ye a wee recipe for a natural face cleanser and mask - because you're worth it! It's one for a long walk during which you can talk out loud back to me.

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This week, I share the story of how Ireland came to be called Ierne, Hibernia, and Éire.

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In this week's episode, I talk about a recent sighting of the Loch Ness Monster and how it might be connected to Lake Erie's Bessie, and the Irish Crocodile.

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In the first episode back after summer, Christine talks about the history and legends of wolves in Ireland, American and Irish wakes, Autumn Equinox and the Harvest Moon. She also reads one of her new stories about love, companionship and death, wolves, crab apple trees and Irish graveyards. Disfruta.

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This week, I talk about the upcoming summer solstice and lunistice, sharing my personal connection to these events. I share a ritual for self-reflection, goal-setting, and growth, revealing some of my own journey, saving my life and the steps I took to overcome challenges. Embrace the energy of the solstice and set intentions for the coming period. I finish on the topic of fear and empowerment for women, challenging the narrative of women as vulnerable whilst encouraging self-confidence and awareness.

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The Ripple Effect of Vulnerability

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This week, I talk about the fear of speaking in public, how fear is inherent in individuals or can be intentionally created by others. I go on to share my own experiences of how overcoming fear can be empowering and impactful. Later, I talk about the phenomenon of blushing with respect to shame and embarrassment, how to manage blushing using cognitive behavioural techniques and focusing on the positive. Learn how to "flip your fear script" and overcome your fear of public speaking.

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I reflect on my 41st birthday and the concept of integrity, discussing the meandering journey of life and the idea of aligning with your "True North." I explore the impact of societal constructs, the loss of integrity in the digital age, and the importance of recalibrating and trusting the journey.

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This episode took on a bit of a mind of its own. I reflect on taking a big life leap and submitting a chapter of my book for publication. I also share different ways to talk about hesitation and the use of ums and ahs in speech, offering tips on how to reduce them and improve public speaking skills. Learn what it means to 'suck your teeth' in Ireland and why 'you can't plough a field by turning it over in your mind.'

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