In this heart-opening conversation, Marla reconnects with Nic Whitem, a lifelong healer and spiritual teacher who has dedicated his later years to preserving the wisdom of Silver Birch — one of the most beloved voices in modern spiritual philosophy.

Nic shares how his journey from the fast-paced world of international finance to running a holistic retreat in the UK was guided by the Spirit World itself. His story is one of trust, surrender, and rediscovering purpose through service to others.

Together, Nic and Marla explore how Silver Birch's timeless teachings—rooted in love, compassion, and truth—offer clarity for our modern lives. They discuss the importance of open-minded spirituality, the power of listening to our intuition, and how children and animals can help us remember our connection to the unseen world.

This episode is a beautiful reminder that spirituality isn't about religion or doctrine—it's about remembering who we truly are and how we can bring more light into the world through understanding, kindness, and presence.

Whether you're new to the teachings of Silver Birch or simply seeking inspiration for your spiritual path, this conversation will uplift your heart and remind you that we are never alone on our journey.

• Website: spiritualtruthfoundation.org

• Facebook: Spiritual Truth Foundation & Banyan Retreat

• Silver Birch App: Available via website subscription

What if learning to read could be playful, joyful, and even involve horses? 🐴✨

In this inspiring episode of Interviews with Innocence, I welcome Michele Pickel, PhD, Emeriti Professor of Education at Concordia University-St. Paul and the creator of Horse Powered Reading®. After more than two decades training teachers and teaching children from PreK–12, Michele developed a groundbreaking equine-assisted learning program that engages the mind, body, and emotions to help struggling readers thrive.

Horse Powered Reading® uses interactive games and activities with horses to bring reading skills to life. Students build confidence, improve literacy, and experience the joy of learning in a completely new way. Since 2012, the program has trained more than 950 facilitators across all 50 U.S. states and in 24 countries, creating a global movement that blends education, healing, and the power of the human–horse connection.

Michele's passion for helping children not only succeed academically but also feel seen, supported, and empowered shines throughout this conversation. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who believes in innovative ways to support kids, this episode will open your heart. 💖

🌐 Learn more: www.horsepoweredreading.com 📧 Contact: [email protected] | [email protected] 📱 Facebook Group: Horse Powered Reading®

In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, I welcome Anne-Claire Le Bihan, Spirit Baby Medium and Spiritual Fertility Guide, who helps women connect with the soul of their babies and reclaim the sacred power of motherhood.

Anne-Claire shares how she guides women to tune into their intuition, clear energetic blocks, and open their hearts to deep connection with their Spirit Babies. Her work is rooted in love, empowerment, and the belief that motherhood is not just a physical path, but a spiritual one — a journey of alignment, trust, and co-creation with the soul who is ready to come through.

We talk about the transformative power of listening to our bodies, trusting our soul path, and creating space for joy and possibility. While Anne-Claire also gently holds space for grief and loss, her message is one of hope: that every woman carries within her the wisdom and connection to walk this sacred journey with grace.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• What it means to communicate with your Spirit Baby

• How to reconnect with your intuition and raise your vibration

• The sacred path of conception, pregnancy, and birth as a spiritual journey

• Ways to navigate challenges with compassion while staying rooted in empowerment

• Practices to feel supported, inspired, and connected along the fertility and motherhood path

Anne-Claire's work is a reminder that you are never alone — that your baby's soul is always near, guiding and supporting you on your journey.

🔗 Learn more about Anne-Claire's work: • 🌐 Website: https://www.anneclairelebihan.com • 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anneclairelebihan • 🎧 Free Spirit Baby Meditation: https://www.anneclairelebihan.com/spirit-baby-meditation

Marta Williams never imagined she'd become a professional animal communicator. Trained as an environmental scientist, she was guided through a vision quest to a calling that would change her life—and the lives of countless animals and their humans.

In this episode, Marta shares how anyone can learn the art of intuitive animal communication, her most moving stories from decades of work, and why our pets may be more spiritually evolved than we think.

What You'll Learn:

• How to start communicating with your animals today

• Marta's top techniques for accurate, intuitive connection

• Stories that will make you believe in animal wisdom and love

Links & Resources:

Website: http://martawilliams.com

#AnimalCommunication #PetLovers #Intuition #Spirituality #InterviewsWithInnocence #MartaWilliams

"What does your soul really want to say?" 💫

This week on Interviews with Innocence, I'm joined by the extraordinary Stephanie Banks—a gifted intuitive channel who connects with spirit guides, ancestors, Gaia, and even animals to help people receive guidance and healing at the soul level.

Stephanie's journey began with a deeply personal quest: a desire to stay connected with her mother after a diagnosis of early-onset dementia. That moment led her to channeling—an experience that changed her relationship with her mother and opened her to a life of intuitive service.

We talk about: 🌿 The difference between mediumship and channeling 🧠 Communicating with souls on both sides of the veil 💬 How to tune into your intuition and soul wisdom 👶 The sacred responsibility of listening to children's souls 🐕 Why animals and nature are powerful spiritual allies 💫 How soul-level messages can shift grief, illness, and conflict into deep healing

If you've ever wanted to connect more deeply with Spirit—whether for yourself or your loved ones—this episode will open your heart and mind to what's truly possible.

🌐 Website:

www.soulinsight.com

https://soulinsight.com/free

https://www.instagram.com/stephanieintuitivechannel/

https://www.facebook.com/stephanieintuitivechannel

#SpiritualPodcast #Channeling #IntuitiveHealing #SoulCommunication #StephanieBanks #InterviewsWithInnocence #Mediumship #SpiritGuides #HeartCenteredParenting #AwakenedLiving #ConsciousParenting

What if your deepest pain held the keys to your greatest healing? What if you're not broken—but simply remembering who you really are?

This week on Interviews with Innocence, I sit down with Martina Drassl, a somatic trauma therapist and plant medicine facilitator whose path has taken her from the depths of suffering to the heart of sacred healing.

In this raw and illuminating conversation, Martina shares: 🌿 Her journey with master plants and traditional healing in the Amazon 💔 How trauma disconnects us—and how to come back to the body 🌀 Why true healing is not about "fixing" but reconnecting to wholeness 🧘‍♀️ The role of somatic wisdom and nervous system regulation 🌺 The surprising ways children mirror the truths we forget as adults

Martina's work is grounded, heart-centered, and infused with reverence for the Earth and for the healing journey. Her wisdom invites us to step off the path of performance and perfection—and instead move toward presence, embodiment, and truth.

If you've ever felt like something inside you needed tending, this episode is for you.

🌿 Learn more: https://www.homewithin.org/

#InterviewsWithInnocence #PlantMedicineHealing #SomaticTherapy #TraumaHealing #SpiritualHealing #Wholeness #ChildlikeWisdom #MasterPlants #Embodiment #HealingJourney

What happens when we really slow down—enough to feel, to listen, and to connect soul-to-soul?

This week on Interviews with Innocence, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Nicola Amadora—a psychologist, spiritual teacher, trauma and equine therapist, author, and speaker whose work is changing lives around the world.

From a young girl seeking refuge in a horse stable, to a global teacher helping people return to their hearts, Nicola's journey is profound, inspiring, and deeply human.

In this episode, we explore: 🐎 How horses help us heal trauma, reconnect with our intuition, and return to presence 💫 How "soul gazing" can transform relationships—especially between parents and children 🌿 Practical tools for families to bring mindfulness and sacred connection into daily life 🧘‍♀️ Stories of transformation and trust that will stay with you long after the episode ends 💗 Why presence—not perfection—is the most powerful healing we can offer

Whether you're a parent, educator, healer, or simply someone longing for deeper connection, this conversation is a reminder of what really matters.

🔗 Learn more at www.nicolaamadora.com

#InterviewsWithInnocence #EquineTherapy #SoulConnection #HealingWithHorses #MindfulParenting #SpiritualHealing #SacredPresence #TraumaHealing #AnimalWisdom #HeartCenteredLiving #ParentingWithLove

What does it mean to truly know Spirit? To believe in something greater—and to prove it?

This week, I sit down with evidential medium and intuitive coach Ann, whose life has been anything but ordinary. From her earliest years, she experienced visits from Spirit and had an innate knowing about people and animals—but it took years to understand her gifts. And even more courage to honor them.

After a successful corporate career, Ann followed her calling into the world of mediumship and healing. Her journey led her across the globe—from rigorous testing protocols to the Arthur Findlay College in England, where she finally found her spiritual home.

In this conversation, we talk about: 🌌 Her mantra: "Believe. Know. Grow." 🌀 How mediumship circles work—and how they change lives 👶 Her work with Helping Parents Heal 🔮 Why she believes Spirit has tangible proof for those who are ready to see it 💫 What children and future generations can gain from a deeper connection to the Divine

Ann reminds us: "Always expect the unexpected." And this episode delivers exactly that.

Website: https://www.annvanorsdel.com/

#Spirituality #Mediumship #EnergyHealing #Intuition #SpiritualPodcast #ConsciousParenting #HelpingParentsHeal #SpiritualAwakening #DivineConnection #Channeling #BelieveKnowGrow

I'm honored to sit down with Lorraine DiGiovanni, a gifted energy healer, intuitive, and spiritual mentor with over 15 years of experience. 🌿💫

Lorraine's work helps clients: 🔮 Unlock core emotional & physical blocks 💖 Heal grief, inherited trauma & generational wounds 🧘‍♀️ Tap into intuition, intention & heart-centered living ✨ Manifest abundance, love & well-being

I was recently introduced to Lorraine's work, and I instantly felt a connection to her energy and her story. There's a grounded wisdom and warmth in the way she shows up that really spoke to me. Her journey—from a successful paralegal career to answering a higher calling as an energy healer—began with a deeply moving experience with a terminally ill child. That moment shifted everything for her, and she's been helping others heal ever since. I'm so grateful to share her light and perspective in this episode.

In this episode, we explore: 🌱 The mind-body connection & how emotional pain manifests physically 💡 How to trust your intuition (and why kids are naturally gifted at this!) 🕯️ The power of intention, prayer, and heart-led decisions 🌎 Why clearing ancestral trauma can shift your entire life 🔮 The tools & techniques Lorraine teaches her clients to transform their lives

As Lorraine says: "The universe does support you once you are really clear in your intentions."

✨ If you've ever felt called to deepen your spiritual awareness, heal past wounds, or tap into your own intuitive gifts, this episode is for you!

📌 Learn more about Lorraine:

[email protected]

Drop a 💫 in the comments if you believe in the power of energy healing!

#EnergyHealing #SpiritualHealing #HealingFromWithin #Manifestation #IntuitiveHealing #MindBodyConnection #RaiseYourVibration #Podcast

00:00 Introduction to Lorraine de Giovanni

01:38 Lorraine's Childhood and Early Trauma

05:29 Discovering and Developing Intuitive Abilities

07:37 Becoming an Energy Healer

09:58 Healing Techniques and Client Stories

16:37 Understanding Chakras and Energy Fields

18:10 Guidance for the Younger Generation

19:17 Encouraging Children's Intuition

20:31 Teenagers and Emotional Well-being

21:15 The Power of Crystals for Kids

24:19 Manifestation and Positive Thinking

27:16 Spiritual Guidance and Prayer

28:31 Understanding Life's Lessons

31:59 Helping Children with Emotions

34:39 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

🐴✨ Meet Jody Nixon! 🎙️

This week, we're diving into the extraordinary world of equine healing with Jody Nixon, the visionary behind Metaphorse—a sanctuary where rescued horses help heal humans in ways that words cannot fully capture.

💡 "We rescue horses who rescue people."

Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Montrose, Colorado, Metaphorse is a place where emotional wounds are met with silent understanding, and where horses—especially older, retired ones—become profound teachers and healers.

In this episode, we explore: 🐴 How horses intuitively sense human emotions & pain 💛 What it means to be "heart-centered" in healing 🌿 The science & spirituality behind equine energy exchanges 👶 Why children, in particular, thrive in horse-led healing sessions ✨ Incredible stories of transformation—both for the horses and the humans who love them

Horses have a way of teaching us, grounding us, and helping us heal on the deepest levels. Jody's journey—from horse lover to healer—is one of resilience, trust, and deep spiritual connection. Whether you're drawn to animals, curious about energy healing, or just love a great story of redemption and hope, this episode will speak to your soul.

📍 Learn more about Metaphorse: https://metaphorse.org/

#Metaphorse #HealingWithHorses #EquineTherapy #AnimalWisdom #Podcast #SpiritualHealing #EnergyHealing #HorsesOfInstagram #SoulfulLiving