Episodes
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Unraveling Midlife - Episode 53
The podcast’s 4th birthday coincides with the wind down (?) of Earth Beat festival as well as the wrap up for this phase of Unraveling Midlife. This episode features snippets from the following contributors: > Sadra Saffari, co-founder of Earth Beat Festival (at the opening ceremony) > Beth St...
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Unraveling Midlife - Episode 52
Joydah Mae is a musician and changemaker. With a strong following in Aotearoa New Zealand, Joydah’s music truly moves people. In this episode we delve into the backstory of her singing, culture and ability to address the human condition through her song lyrics. Listen to Joydah’s music and…
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Unraveling Midlife - Episode 51
Upasika Deva gives an overview of astrology before explaining evolutionary astrology. He is an astrologer, meditator and trained psychotherapist. Upasika has been following a spiritual path since his early 20s alongside his career in the world, running a landscaping business then an IT business.…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 50 - Golden Jubilee!
A discussion between three spirituality minded folk: host Sarah Spence with recurring podcast guests Kara-Leah and Megan Macdonald to celebrate the 50th episode of Unraveling Midlife. Starting with the question of paths up the mountain, the conversation meanders to mountains plural, quotes from...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 49
Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness. Part 4 in a 4 part series. Mada Dalian has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing Dalian...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 48
Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness. Born in Armenia, emigrant to Canada, Mada has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 47
Dalian Method facilitators Jennifer (Jandy) Anderson, Kindi Dulai-Gill and Megan Macdonald speak with Sarah about their experiences with the Dalian Method. Following on from last month’s episode featuring Mada Dalian, this panel continues the theme of the Dalian Method and drills into people’s...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 46
Mada Dalian is an award winning author and spiritual teacher focusing on helping others heal from unconsciousness into consciousness. Born in Armenia, emigrant to Canada, Mada has dedicated many years to the healing of others. Many around the world are reaping the benefits of her Self-healing...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 45
Sarah’s soliloquy reflects on the slowly lengthening days and sharing music in the current climate. The original music in the latter part of the show is a previously unreleased song, Full of Fullness, performed at Pah Homestead (Arts House Trust) in July 2024. Listen to other music that Sarah…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 44
Chalice Malcolm is a Shamanic Practitioner who facilitates the creation of medicine drums. One of New Zealand’s earliest adopters of the heart medicine cacao, Chalice now lives off grid without the electricity to make her chocolate but is busy with so much more. Contact Chalice via...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 43 Panel discussion
Sarah, Toni and Sian reflect on learnings from living their 40s and the difference between pre- and post- astrological midlife. Covering death, grief, joy and life, this juicy conversation is uplifting and reflective. Although there was no music section of the show in this episode, you can listen...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 42
Mataora Rongoā-Hōtoke is a health and medicine facilitator and martial artist amongst many other roles. Unusual in these times, Mataora prefers to work in the old school way, without a website! You can easily find Mataora via Instagram or Facebook. The original music in the latter part of the…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 41
Learn about what a Psychopomp (Death Walker) is and how you can choose to assist your loved ones with transition. Esoteric Hypnotherapist, artist and spiritual/cultural protection agent Erihapeti McPherson shares about her role as a Death Walker and what we can do to assist our loved ones as they...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 40
Join Master Handreader Christopher Jones talk about what he does, which includes identifying cults, and how he closed one down: “Knowledge, wisdom and insight is more valuable than belief.” Christopher Jones is a Master Handreader and Astrologer, as well as being passionate about cult and abuse...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 39
Escaping East Germany, starting anew (twice) and plenty of inspiration with Steffi August. Steffi August is a self-leadership coach and speaker with a fascinating story to how she got here. She shares her story of successfully leaving East Germany, showcasing the go-getting attitude that keeps…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 38
A solo check in with live music from Ora Vida Life collective. The original music in this episode show is Healing Mother Earth by Kāren Hunter (Kārena), performed live by the Ora Vida Life collective 31 December 2023 at Resolution NYE Festival in rural north Auckland, New Zealand. This song...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 37
Listen in on David Shanhun and Sarah discussing music and life. David Shanhun is a professional musician currently based in Auckland who has opened shows for bands like Foreigner and Three Dog Night, and has had a number #1 song on iTunes NZ. He performs live at various events, weddings and…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 36
A former ordained Buddhist nun, Maya Nova is a Mindful Leadership Coach and meditator. This powerful and inspiring discussion covers topics from escaping war, compassion, AI technology and of course, mindfulness. Maya mentions several points worth looking more into: - Leadership researcher and...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 35
Gary Cook is a sacred site archaeologist, author, documentary maker and storyteller extraordinaire. Contact him via www.secretland.co.nz where you can find out about his sacred site writings, documentary and audio music. Further information on the sacred sites of Castle Hill and Te Miringa Te...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 34
Learn how your skin can boost your confidence with Lisa Goodeve. Lisa is a specialist in natural skincare and helping people find their confidence through their skin. Starting as a beauty therapist, she now creates her own line of chemical-free, local, organic and sustainable products. Contact…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 33
Jonathan Spark converses on conscious relating, the teacher-student relationship and inserts a dash of poetry. Check out what Jonathan gets up to at https://www.jsparkconsultancy.co.nz/ and https://www.pascha.co.nz/jonathan-spark, on Instagram or YouTube. The excellent Unfuck your Feelings…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 32
Kate Apanui and Sarah Spence explore topics from horses to desire and craving, mixed in with a healthy dose of astrology. Kate Apanui is a life coach whose passion areas not-so-mysteriously line up with her midlife astrological transits. Working in the realm of Crave with programmes on…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 31
Sarah Marlowe Spence reflects on Uranus Opposition, the classic “midlife crisis.” Sarah is the creator and host of the show. In this episode she reflects on lived experience of the first part of the Uranus Opposition transit, generally known as the “midlife crisis.” The music in the latter part…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 30
Jane Catherine Severn is the founder and facilitator of Luna House, who coined the phrase femenome to explain the phases of menstruality. She facilitates groups to delve into conscious menstruality working with nature. Find out more at https://www.lunahouse.co.nz/ The original music in the latter...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 29
This solar eclipse release features Bastian Groiss on the importance of natural circadian rhythms. Circadian: Your natural rhythm is a passion and also an app, created by Bastian. Find out more about the benefits of getting in touch with your own circadian rhythm via circadian.life. The original...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 28
Rebecca Gambles on animals, communicating and the complexity of human companions. Rebecca Gambles is an Animal Communicator, Animal Healer, Pleiadian Lightwork Teacher and Practitioner, Past Life Regressionist, Angelic Reiki Teacher and Clairvoyant Medium. You can find her on...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 27
Join Gareth Edwards and Sarah discussing life, music and mental health with the backdrop of the Evolve Festival campsite. Check out Gareth’s website at http://gareth-edwards.com. You can also listen to his music online on all the usual platforms - to support musicians, using bandcamp is a great...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 26 New Year Special Panel Discussion on Astrological Midlife
Join astrologer Levi Banner and code reader Vasumi speaking with Sarah on astrology and midlife Learn more about Evolutionary Astrology with Levi at https://turningoftheages.com and/or follow him on Instagram @levi.banner. Learn more about Vasumi, Mayan Dreamspells and Sidereal Astrology at...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 25
Join hypnotherapist and coach Teagan Fea for a spellbinding tale on her astrological midlife. Teagan is a Rapid Transformation Therapy practitioner, a clinical hypnotherapist and a Natural Success Coach. She helps people realise that they are amazing – and who doesn’t want that if they don’t...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 24
arah gives a general update on how midlife is unravelling especially in relation to the last three episodes, and shares a satire music piece, “I used to call myself a hippy.” Listen to the health oriented episode 21 here. If you like this podcast, please rate and review it so others can find it....
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 23 Lunar Eclipse Special - a panel discussion on trauma-informed facilitation and consent
Ellie Wilde, Terri Ewart and host Sarah Spence discuss trauma-informed facilitation, consent and safety in the context of current day facilitating and teaching. This topic is a follow on from the Solar Eclipse special released on 26 October 2022, to coincide with the Taurus Lunar Eclipse. If you...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 22 Solar Eclipse Special - a panel discussion on power and ethics
Sarsha Hope, Kara-Leah Grant and host Sarah Spence discuss power, ethics and contemplate questions about how we can address the imbalances we encounter in current conditioned culture. This topic was selected after several YouTube interviews on similar topics by the panelists about impacts in the...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 21 Equinox Special
The host, Sarah Marlowe Spence, speaks of recent experiential observation in health and wellness, with a smattering of yoga, astrology and human design. References: Ali Khalil Beigi, New Zealand Strengths Institute. Dr Lara Briden Brene Brown ‘The Midlife Unraveling’ The original music in the...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 20
Spiritual teacher Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber speaks on astrological midlife, focusing on soul and how to dance to the different songs of the planets as they influence us. Franchelle is a spiritual teacher, multi-award winning vibrational medicine specialist, a fully trained and qualified…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 19
Issac Oron is perfect for this Leo new moon release as he’s a guy that emanates the heart. Issac is one of the founders and organisers of Earth Beat Festival, an autumn equinox 5-day gathering here in Aotearoa when pandemics permit, and various other community events that he hugely plays down in...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 18
Anneliese Kuegler is a creative somatic practitioner, tarot facilitator and artist. We touch on neurodiversity, yoga, vision-keeping, water, hair brushing and classical tantra amongst many other things. Anneliese is shockingly funny, straight-up and simply a delight to listen to. Listen on for…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 17
This interview of me (Sarah Marlowe Spence) by John and Nicole Allen covers: - The journey of maintaining daily practices - Stages of life according to astrology - Change - Expectations and coming down off the pedestal - Kirtan (we couldn’t get away from it). Delving into Dreams course June 2022:...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 16 Eclipse Special
Panel Guest website links: Kara-Leah: www.karaleah.com Anneliese Keugler: www.myjoybody.com Christine Spicer: www.humandesign.nz Swami Karma Karuna: www.anahata-retreat.org.nz To book the upcoming dream course: www.trybooking.co.nz/KBK Theme music is Trust by Sarah Marlowe Spence, on the album...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 15
Christiane Trimmel has had a powerful journey into grief, family and connection to the whenua (land) so far through astrological midlife. An empowerment coach specialising in helping people to help themselves, she provides excellent reflections on living with tikanga with her native Austrian...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 14
Kāren Hunter is a musician, music teacher and astrologer who offers music to direct our focus on awakening collective humanity. Kāren is a diverse and eclectic composer, playing many different instruments and reinventing herself often over her 40 years of experience. Her astrology background has...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 13
Annwyn is an inspirational mind body soul teacher and activator, offering understanding and encouragement as humanity’s deeply embedded belief systems are challenged. She provides mentoring, runs retreats and when possible, travels to sacred sites to perform ritual. Annwyn’s first book describes...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 12
Megan Macdonald of Expansion Healing specializes in helping people slow down and listen to their bodies using two main modalities: the Dalian Method, transformer of deep seated thoughts, fears and beliefs, and Shivambhu, an ancient Ayurvedic health practice. Find out more about Megan at...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode 11
Yasodhara Ashram is a unique ashram with a focus on the feminine. Swami Lalitananda is the third president since its inception in 1963 on its current site in BC, Western Canada. In this episode we learn more about her life, especially in terms of significant astrological transits including…
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Ten
Ethnomusicologist Jyoshna LaTrobe is a specialist in kiirtan, having completed both a masters and a doctorate in the music of Rarh. She is a musician with multiple albums, many of them kirtan but also of varying genres. For more on Jyoshna, go to www.thekiirtanacademy.com or check out her podcast...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Nine
Harsha Rigney is a professional astrologer, astrology teacher and widely acclaimed creator of the Astrovision Moon Calendar, now in its 25th year of publishing. For more on Harsha Rigney and Astrovision, go to www.astrovision.co.nz. For more on Sarah, www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Music piece:...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Eight
Christine Spicer is a facilitator extraordinaire who brought Human Design to New Zealand. For more on Christine Spicer and Human Design NZ, go to www.humandesign.nz. For more on Human Design, check out https://www.humandesign.nz/body-wisdom. More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com. Music piece:...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Seven
Brene Brown meets Pink? You decide. Shelly Davies is best known for her ability to make a boring topic become fun and fascinating. In this show we delve beyond the profession, that most know so far as Writing, Joy and Badassery. More on Shelly at www.shellydavies.com and...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Six
Sara Singer is a dreamer, psycho-therapist, photographer and interpreter who has worked with her dreams for 25 years. In this episode we discuss working with our dreams and different methods that can assist, with reference to Swami Sivananda Radha and her book Realities of the Dreaming Mind. More...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Five
Sarah and Ellie Wilde talk yin sexuality and how it applies to any gender and relationship status. Touching on astrological transits such as Uranus Opposition and Chiron Return, Ellie's wisdom is worth listening to. More on Ellie Wilde at www.yinsexuality.com. More on Sarah:...
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Unraveling Midlife: Episode Four
Sarah speaks with integrative therapist Ciel Grove from British Columbia, Canada, covering diverse topics such as science vs spirituality, fear and soul retrieval. Guest: www.cielgrove.com www.theknowing.ca More on Sarah: www.sarahmarlowespence.com The music track is Song of Freesias from Saturn...
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Sarah Marlowe Spence profiles inspiring guests about how to navigate the astrological influences that make up midlife and tools that can assist. Contains astrology references, reflective conversation and original music.
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