David McIlroy is a writer and solopreneur from Northern Ireland. He is the author of Substack publications: How to Write for a Living, The Solopreneur Stack and David McIlroy Fiction. "All writers should be paid." - David McElroy Episode Takeaways: -David shares his journey from hobbyist writer to professional. -Email lists are vital for writers and solopreneurs. -Challenging the importance of social media -Future trends: prioritizing authentic connections and simple...

Women lie. And so does the beauty industry. This has become increasingly clearer the older I’ve gotten. Because I find myself doing it too. Beauty enhancement tools that society thinks we need are not solutions, they're beauty bandaids. No matter how much sleep you get, supplements you take and meditation you do, if your heart isn’t in the right place, you aren’t going to feel vibrant and alive. I felt curious to discover what was behind this tug inside me to want to look poreless with...

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After a YEAR LONG HIATUS the Cageless podcast is back and now on Substack! This episode is from the vault with the coolest Erick Amezcua. We talk about * the repercussions of the internet * belonging * the nuclear family * physics * manifestation * science * entrepreneurship * the Bible * being in the age of TikTok spirituality Grab a $7 subscription to the Cageless Newsletter for the full video version of the interview :) It was a fun one. Erick Amezcua: Helping you design your ideal reality...

In the age of social media, non-verbal communication, and long distance relations, some of us can’t remember how to make or keep a real friend. But what is friendship? Really? In this episode I explore what I've learned in long distance friendships, barriers to friendship in adulthood and how to know it's time to break up.

Can identifying as religious really affect your relationships? I'm deconstructing how your beliefs about God, Church, love can be both harmful and helpful in learning to love another person.

How can you be an active participate in your life? How do we find freedom from traditional jobs, relationships and viewpoints? And why do we feel the need to conform to normal routines? Ideas of who you are supposed to be shouldn't keep you from who you're becoming. I'm talking all about anti-American ideals, French cooking and learning how to cultivate relationships with others, God and myself. 

Oliver Gee is an Australian living Paris since 2015 and runs one of the biggest travel pods in the world. Consider him the Indiana Jones of Paris, discovering hidden secrets, culture and history. :) 

Unlearning what it looks like to be patient with my relationships, especially the one with myself. Also let's talk about Jo March, controlling your body and the satisfaction formula.

I’m exploring American diet culture and how French create the most basic yet intricate carbs. What would it look like to chew instead of spit? To embrace instead of avoid? What does it take to create food that feeds not only our bodies, but our souls?

We moved ! (me and my dog) to Paris ! Talking about turning 27, Ernest Hemingway, canceled plans, making my younger self proud and my Grandma.

Talking with Attorney Jefferson Fisher on how to argue with those you love, finding your purpose and the influence of family.

What, exactly, is forgiveness, and is honest forgiveness even possible? What we feel and what we think are two different things. How do we find it in ourselves to let God have the last word? I wasn't aware that I struggled with forgiving because it was never named. It was always expected in my Christian community. But now that I'm in the community of the world... I'm learning that I have to find out how to mean the words I choose to pray. In every language.

It is hard to eat. I know this statement seems vile and sad but that doesn't change its vouching. It is hard to eat because I am twenty-six and because I am a woman in western society. This is an episode about Taylor Swift and eating disorders.

How do we find courage to move towards growth? How do we take the risk... how do we leave behind?

how to overcome expectations and be present with the people you love (or hate).

How does the music we grew up listening to taint our view of love? I critique the influence of 2000s pop music on and recite my essay "culture and codependency" .

This week we are talking with Love Island Season 4 alumnus Deb Chubb! Listen in as we talk about the secret sauce of being yourself, working for what you want to achieve and life after the villa. Oh. And beans at the airport.

Talking with the beautiful magical MJ Renshaw this week about science, spirituality and how they're kinda the same thing. Listen as we discuss 12-Step programs/EDA, healing, lifestyle design and the Being Method.

chatting with my pen pal, miss Maggie Harrison: writer and wellness renegade. join us this week as we discuss keeping a notebook, joan didion, grief, what makes a good writer, control and the distraction of the internet.

the Harvard Business Review says work, home, community and self balance is possible... if you're willing to risk some failed experiments. this week's episode is my take on the cycle of change, learning to let go and why charts are so helpful

What if you got the chance to pull off your dream life? Leave your hometown? Start from scratch? That’s what happened to Candice Rukes, who put herself in the position to create a career traveling around the world for over 18 years.

this week I'm in Paris and talking about turning off your phone, being present and talking to strangers. Let's talk about un-hurrying, American culture and learning how to eat alone... one croissant at a time. TW: Eating Disorders

As a freelancer, I've learned a lot of things the hard way. In this episode, writer and expert freelancer Katie Dalebout shares her top takeaways and experiences in successfully running a podcast, blog, and creative life. Come along as we dive into how we approach making money, prioritizing relationships and starting where you are.  Katie Dalebout is an interviewer and writer. Her weekly interview podcast Let It Out began in 2013 and now has nearly 400 episodes with over 4 million downloads....