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: pickel@csp.edu | horsepoweredreading@gmail.com
📱 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