Enchantiverse

Today we are talking about imagination and the magic of daydreaming! Because it turns out, living with your head in the clouds is actually a pretty beautiful thing. (And it just might make you happier!)

"Alas! How dreary would be the world if there was no Santa Claus! There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence." Francis P. Church In today's episode we will be talking all about the history and symbolism of that jolly old elf we all know and love! We will also be having a broader conversation about the art of a believing heart, and exploring the reasons why the legend of Santa has mingled with the true meaning of Christmas, the baby Jesus.

"Man is hungry for Beauty. There is a void." - Oscar Wilde In today's episode we continue our fairytale deep dive series as we feast on all of the delicious symbolism gorgeously woven into the beloved story of Beauty and the Beast. We will also gaze with loving eyes and ponder with open hearts on the subject of beauty. What is it? Why does it matter? Why are we so hungry for it? And is it really true that beauty will save the world?

"I must be a mermaid... I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living." - Anais Nin In today's episode we talk all about Mermaids and some of the symbolism and folklore surrounding these mythical maidens, while we muse on how they have impacted the human psyche throughout the ages, and what meaning we can glean from them in our own lives.

"Spring was moving in the air above and in the earth below and around him, penetrating even his dark and lowly little house with its spirit of divine discontent and longing." -Kenneth Grahame "The Wind in the Willows" Ahhh Springtime. The season of beauty, magic, and rebirth. So lovely, yet so fleeting! In today's episode we chat about Winter and Spring and the symbolism that this seasonal transition conveys in our lives. We will also talk about how gratitude is just about the closest thing to a magic spell that we have, and (of course) imagine walking through springtime as inch-tall fairies.

"The reason for telling fairy tales is to awaken the feelings of the heart." -Wilhelm Grimm In episode 4 of the Enchantiverse podcast, we are diving deep into the sublimity of the timeless tale of Cinderella. Her story of courage, humility, belief, hope, and kindness has stood the test of time and is deeply ingrained into not only the hearts and minds of humanity, but also into the very history of the world itself. Although the exact origins of this story cannot be placed, one thing is certain. Cinderella awakens the feelings of our hearts. In today's episode we will be exploring the ways in which this classic fairytale has sunk deep into our subconscious and we will ponder on the jewels of wisdom that the story of our favorite glass-slippered princess has given us to help make our own lives just a bit more magical.

What is it about a poetically spoken proclamation of love that makes our hearts flutter? What is it about stories of longing that makes our breath hitch? In episode three of the Enchantiverse podcast, Skye and Ashley try to unravel the mysteries of magic surrounding the romantic pursuit of one’s heart and soul, and explore the reasons as to why romance as a genre makes the world a better place, and life more happy to live. Join us for some deep thinking, some compulsive fangirling, and hopefully some good convincing as to why your love of romance is totally valid and even necessary in your day to day life. Because here in Enchantiverse, we believe in looking through rose colored glasses. We believe in riding off into the sunset. And we believe in happily ever after. 

"If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world." -J.R.R. Tolkien In episode 2 of the Enchantiverse podcast we snuggle up together in our warm little hobbit hole for a cozy and hopeful chat about the new year. Sometimes New Year's resolutions can feel daunting and draining, especially when you're feeling a bit overworked and burnt out from the year you just successfully completed. But what if your main goals for the days ahead were only centered around the things that bring you pleasure? Come and rest your feet by the fire with me as we delve into a list of charming topics to get you feeling simultaneously excited and restful for 2024. Namely... cake, hobbits, Tom Hiddleston, and my new word of the year... pleasure! I cannot wait to create a merrier world with you!

"The second star to the right shines in the night for you, to tell you that the dreams you plan, really can come true!" Welcome to episode one of Enchantiverse, the podcast dedicated to the wide universe of things that enchant us and make us feel alive! This episode is all about the magic and adventure of creativity, and the challenges and opportunities that come from trying to live a creative life in a world and society that is pushing against us at times. Joining me in this episode are my dear friends Ashley and Chloe, fellow artists, creatives, and mothers. In our conversation we discuss the imagination of childhood, the challenges we have encountered entering into adulthood, and the joy, love, and opportunities for growth that the navigation of motherhood has played in our creative lives. Throughout our discussion we also take inspiration from different renditions of J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan as we explore what this beautiful work can teach us about imagination, exploration, and creativity.