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#Women's voices with Dr Kath on YassFM 100.3

#Women's voices with Dr Kath on YassFM 100.3

by Kath Kovac

Season 2

A missing rite of passage for girls - the first menstrual cycle, with Charlotte Pointeaux

Charlotte developed First Moon Circles for girls - beautiful, intentional gatherings where young girls can learn about their menstrual cycle - not just the nuts and bolts of what, why and how to manage, but how it is a rite of passage that should be honoured and celebrated, not hidden and shameful. She also trains other women how to hold these circles in their own communities, spreading this wonderful concept around Australia and across the world. Connect with Charlotte at charlottepointeaux.com or firstmooncircleschool.com

Home births and the shamanic dimensions of pregnancy with Anna Clarke

I chat with Anna, ex-hospital midwife who, horrified at the treatment of birthing mothers - and at the bullying of student midwives! - became a homebirth midwife. We talk about how birth interventions are skyrocketing in hospitals, but are low in homebirths. However, less than 1% of births today are homebirths. We look at the reasons why - one of which is insurance companies' refusal to insure home midwives, and another being lack of info given by GPs. We also talk about the shamanic dimensions, or inner journey of pregnancy, the burning of midwives as witches, the use of drumming in labour, and even touch on ecstatic and orgasmic birth - who knew?! Connect with Anna here.

Conversing with your pets and connecting with those departed, with Kelly Mercieca

Wondering what your cat or dog is trying to tell you? I chatted with Kelly, an animal communicator who can psychically connect with pets, both living and departed. We chat about how she can 'talk' to dogs, cats and other animals to find out what problems they have, and work with the owners to solve them. She also heals ill pets through reiki! Connect with Kelly at https://kellysanimalcommunication.com.au.

Holistic wellness with Melissa de Jong

I chat with Melissa de Jong about her reiki practise in Yass, NSW, along with her experience in tarot cards and akashic records - listen in to find out what they are! Mel is originally from California. I enjoyed the story of how she found the love of her life in an 'Absorption Centre' in Israel, and followed him from to Australia. Mel is hosting a Holistic Wellness Taster event in Yass in April so we talk about that, too. Connect with Mel here: Home | Friends of the Light Alternative Healing Arts

Australian kids' books with author Cate Storey

I chat with kids' author Cate Storey, who started writing books about our native animals because she couldn't find what she wanted in the bookstores. With an environmental scientist for a mum and a botanist for a grandmother, Cate's love of the Australian environment and the lesser-known creatures that populate it shines through in her delightful stories for young readers. Ever heard of a phascogale, a planagale or a greater glider? You'll hear all about these cute creatures in this interview. Connect with Cate at www.wetseasonbooks.com.au

Music as a hobby with Jasmine Fellows

Come on a musical journey with Jasmine Fellows, part time Business Manager and part time muso! We chat about fitting music into our lives as adults, and how liberating it can be. So many people let music go after bad experiences as a child and miss out on the fun, emotion and inspiration that playing and singing - even in the shower when nobody is listening - can bring us. Jas plays her ukelele, I play my drum, and we sing about llamas and more! Connect with Jas @jasmine.fellows.music on Instagram.

Death, dying and non-profit funerals with Catherine Bell

In this episode we cover topics that are not talked about enough, and usually avoided until the last possible moment - death and dying. Because of this, people in grief find funeral arrangements, if not organised beforehand, a very stressful time. We also talked about why it is a really good thing for the grieving process to view the body of a dead loved one and perhaps be involved in aftercare. Plus, the high cost of funerals is another stress - which is why Catherine is spearheading a new model called Tender Funerals in Canberra, This non profit organisation provides information, education and a range of cheaper funeral options.

Sex workers in India: Colonial times vs today, with Sameera Chauhan

Sam is a gender historian at ANU in Canberra. I had a fascinating conversation with Sam about the melting pot of India and the draconian laws of India's penal code, set in 1860 by the British government. These laws tarnished sex workers with the brush of immorality and evil, portraying them as fallen women, without questioning the social and economic reasons why they found themselves in that position. We discussed the double standards that apply to women in this industry and protect only the male clientele, and how it might be possible to change these laws, which are still stuck in Colonial era of British occupation.

Regeneration with Pollyanna Darling

I chat to the irrepressible Pollyanna Darling in a wide-ranging conversation on the theme of Regeneration. Not the least of these was regenerating her body and mind after being bedridden, crippled with spinal injuries and told by specialists that things would only get worse - to a few years later, discovering standup paddleboarding and despite her chronic pain, going on to win a national championship. We also cover the global women's reforestation charity, Treesisters; the importance of acknowledging grief; and touch on regenerative agriculture and the importance of the microbiota - the bacteria, fungi and yeast that are the heart and soul of the soil, the forest, the animals. and ultimately of us. We ask the question - can we regenerate entire communities, breaking us out of our apathy and frozen states by tending to the place and the people where we live - all through a special way of growing urban forests? All this and much more to be heard and reflected on in this enjoyable conversation. You can connect with Pollyanna at Pollyanna Darling | LinkedIn.

Conscious dance with Sara-Jane Cleland

What is conscious dance, and why is it so good for you - emotionally, physically and spiritually? Find out in this episode with Dancing Freedom facilitator Sara-Jane Cleland. Contact her via sarajanecleland.com.au

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