In this episode, we delve into that unmistakable acoustic signature that introduces is to very cool tunes...we also explore associations/memories & themes from each song, ranging from adolescent awkwardness, confusing chaos/dysfunctional for love, low points & the relief, wonder & awe of true love & friendship...hope it floats your boat!Podcast Editor - Ger KellettCLICK HERE FOR THE PLAYLIST FOR THIS EPISODE.......References ------------------

‘Me & Julio down by the school yard’ Paul Simon from Paul Simon (1972)

‘Night moves’ Bob Seger & the Silver bullet band from Night moves (1976)

‘Gold’ Interference Ireland (Fergus O’Farrell) from Interference (2003)

‘Wish you were here’ Pink Floyd from Wish you were here (1975)‘

More than a feeling’ Boston from Boston (1976)

‘Dust in the wind’ Kansas from Miracles out of nowhere (1977)

‘Wonderwall’ Oasis from Whats the story morning glory? (1995)

‘Down to zero’ Joan Armatrading from Joan Armatrading (1976)‘

Never going back again’ Fleetwood Mac from Rumours (1977)

‘Midnight Rider’ The Allman brothers band from Idlewild south (1970)‘

Free fallin’ Tom Petty from Full moon fever (1989)

Something in the way she moves’ James Taylor from James Taylor (1968)

So, in this episode, we take a look as the charming, magical characters from the one hundred acre wood, as we explore in more detail the depth, nuance & subtleties of AA Milnes beloved characters Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, Owl, Rabbit (& all his friends & relations) Kanga, Roo & of course Christopher Robin! Sit back & enjoy & you might find they are more like us or we are more like them than you previously imagined!

99 Red Balloons Nina from 99 Luftballons (1984)

‘Daydream’ The Lovin Spoonful from Daydream (1966)

Breakfast at Tiffany’s Big blue something from Home (1993)

‘Happy birthday’ Altered Images from Altered Images (1981)

‘Good to see you’ Frankie Miller from Falling in love (1979)

‘Mother & child reunion’ Paul Simon from Paul Simon (1972)

‘It was so easy’ Carly Simon from No secrets (1972)

Comedy, humour, hilarity..what's that got to do with therapy/healing/growth? Well I would say good sense of humour & the ability to laugh playfully at ourselves is essential to recovery & the life journey..In fact, I believe a comedic attitude can bring us deep into our most painful wounds & also has the power to soothe & lift us right out of the dark & shine a beautiful light on the pathway ahead..

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‘Going up the country’ Canned Heat from Living the blues (1968)

‘Joy ‘ Katie Melua from Album number 8 (2020)

‘Look on the bright side of life’ Monty Python from the motion picture The life of Brian (1979)

‘Reasons to be cheerful Pt3 Ian Dury & the blockheads from Sex, drugs & rock n roll (1989)

‘I’l be your fool (Feat The Mcrary sisters) Josh Farrow from Trouble walks with me (2016)‘

The Joker’ Steve Miller band from The Joker (1973)

‘Fatman in the bathtub’ Little Feat from Dixie Chicken (1973)

‘Nocturnal stumblebutt’ Loudon Wainright (111) from A live one (1979)

‘Hey man (now you’re really living) The Eels from Blinking lights & other revelations (2005)

‘Beauty in thr world’ Macy Gray-Single (2010)

This episode explores how we are quick to blame/judge & condemn each other, which is very different to taking ownership/responsibility & being accountable. In fact the blame game is how we avoid genuine self reflection & willingness to look at ourselves. This all plays out with in the ugly backdrop of a toxic culture of blame & victimhood. Trumpism, maga mentality has saturated our consciousness & sullied our world view with its cynicism, cruelty & unkindness. Do not despair! There is a powerful counter movement which is striving to reconnect with & reclaim good faith accountability, responsibility, honesty, love & compassion..fuck that blame bollox!!!

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References -----------------------‘Blame it on me’ George Ezra from Wanted on voyage (2014)

‘Cinder blocks’ Onward, Soldiers (2012)‘

Friendship’ Chris Stapleton from From a room vol 2 (2017)

‘Changes’ Black Sabbath from Black Sabbath vol 4 (1972)

‘Fresh blood’ Eels from Hombre Lobo (2009)

‘Eight line poem’ David Bowie from Hunky Dory (1971)

‘Shame on the moon’ Bob Seger & the silver bullet band from The distance (1982)

‘I’ll get along’ The first times-Single (2019)

‘Walk this road’ The Doobie brothers (Feat Mavis Staples) from Walk this road (2019)

‘Thats life’ (Music from the motion picture) Lady Gaga Joker Folie a Deux (2024)

I'm in conversation with the amazing Amy Cummins. She tells us about her childhood challenges & first ventures into the art of caring as she looked after her mam who struggled with her mental health & cared for her siblings while her dad worked hard. We explore grief, the agony of loosing a child, loss in general, mental/emotional health, prayer, meditation & healing..Nurse Cummins charms us with her charisma, energy, wit, intelligence & compassion..sit back & take her in!

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‘Lets dance’ Chris Montez from The hits (1962)

‘Crocodile shoes’ Jimmy Nail from Crocodile shoes (1992)

‘Paper Roses’ Marie Osmond from the best of Marie Osmond (1990)

‘Rivers of Babylon’ Boney M from 70’s 100 hits (1984)

Nothing compares to you Sinead O’Connor from I do not want what i havn’t got (1990)

‘We are family’ Sister Sledge from We are family (1979)

‘Up on the roof’ The Drifters from Under the boardwalk (1964)

‘Stand by me’ John Lennon from Rock n roll (1975)

‘Massachusetts’ The Bee Gees from The ultimate Bee gees (1967)

‘Sun come ease me in’ The Teskey Brothers from Run home slow (2019)

I'm in conversation with the charming, charismatic & extremely erudite Paddy Nevin. We talk traveller culture, racism & anti Traveller rhetoric & behaviours... human rights issues, family, the profound influence on Patricks father on him, particularly through his dad's love, expertise & wisdom with horses-which Paddy is now embodying since the sad passing of his father, Paddy Snr. We chat about love, life, the universe & everything in between!!

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‘Horses’ Patti Smith from Horses (1975)

‘Go move, shift!’ Christy Moore from Live at the point (1994)

‘Why can’t we live together?’ Timmy Thomas from Why can’t we live together? (1972)

‘On the road again’ Canned heat from The best of Canned heat (1989)

‘Gypsy’ Fleetwood Mac from Mirage (1982)

‘Everybody wants to rule the world’ Tears for fears from The big chair (1985)

‘A change is gonna come’ Sam Cook from Aint that good news (1964)

‘The blue tar road’ Liam Weldon from The dark horse on the wind (2010)

‘Oxford town’ Bob Dylan from The Freewhelin’ Bob Dylan (1964)

‘Last of the Travelling people’ Pecker Dunne from The Tinkerman (1991)

‘One love/people get ready’ Bob Marley & the wailers from Exodus (1977)

While there is definitely a universal, divine light enveloping & permeating each person & the world, we all have a personal responsibility to generate, activate & share that light with others. There is a choice involved, we can’t wait around hoping/praying it will just happen! We are called to co-operate & align with our own unique, unrepeatable & magical way of relating to life. As the late & very great comedian Bill Hicks said: ‘its very simple, we have 2 options & 1 choice to make-do we choose love or fear?’

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References -------------------‘Movin on up’ Primal scream from Screamadelica (1991)

‘Long as i can see the light’ Creedence Clearwater revival from Cosmo’s factory (1970)‘

Forever young’ Bob Dylan from Planet waves (1974)

‘Kind & generous’ Natalie Merchant from Wonder (1998)

‘Gonna be alright’ The California honey drops from Soft spot (2022)

‘Beautiful’ Carole King from Tapestry (1971)

‘Shine a light’ The Rolling Stones from Exile on Main St (1972)‘

Carry me through’ Maren Morris from Dreamsicle (2025)‘

Om kama pujutyai namaha (Sacred love making) Deva Premal from Mantras for precarious times (2009)

‘Carry you’ The Teskey Brothers from Run home slow (2019)

‘Life is better with you’ (acoustic mix) Michael Franti & Spearhead from All people (2013)

Have you ever wondered: What is the soul? Is it real? What does it mean? How do i know i have one?!!! In this Pod I explore the meaning of the soul from a spiritual/metaphysical perspective. In science & psychology we refer to Narcissism within the cluster b personality group, from a philosophical point of view we have the Dark Tetrad which includes narcissism, Psychopathy, Machiavellianism & sadism..however, when observed through a Spiritual lens the emphasis is on the soul quality, presence, warmth & light..this is Soulful..alternatively, where there is a cold, flat, empty space devoid of any light..we wonder: Is there a soul there at all? We call this Soulless..

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References ---------------‘Long train running’ The Doobie Brothers from The Captain & me (1973)

‘Sweet little mystery’ John Martyn from Grace & Danger (1980)

‘In this world’ Moby from Moby 18 (2002)

‘You have placed a chill in my heart’ The Eurythmics from Eurythmics greatest hits (1986)

‘Cold Cold Cold’ Bonnie Raitt & Little Feat from Rock n Roll doctor Lowell George tribute (1997)

‘The Game’ Dory Previn from Mythical kings & Iguanas (1971)

‘The miracle of love’ The Eurythmics from Eurythmics greatest hits (1986)

‘Lovin in my baby’s eyes’ Taj Mahal from Phantom blues (1996)

‘Its only natural’ Crowded house from Woodface (1991)

‘Soulshine’ Gvt Mule from The Deep end Vol 1 (2001)