The Reluctant Medium

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, hosted by Dr. Maria Rothenburger. This time, spiritual healer Salima Adelstein joins us to share essential wisdom and techniques from Sufism that provide a much-needed balm for our weary souls. In a world full of literal and metaphorical storms, Salima discusses her transformative journey from special education to discovering...

Join Dr. Maria Rothenburger as she chats with Liane Marie Lambert about her transformative journey from being hit by a double-decker bus to attaining 5D consciousness. Liane shares her insights on karma, dharma, and the importance of self-awareness in transcending low vibrational energies. Learn practical tips for breaking patterns, embracing your inner work, and preparing for ascension. Packed wi...

In the final episode of 2025, Dr. Maria dives deep into the connections between us and the other side. The episode features powerful stories from the community about spirit baby communication and the significance of love, grief, and expansion in our spiritual journeys. Dr. Maria also shares personal reflections on growth and mediumship experiences, offering listeners valuable insights into how to...

In this hilarious and upbeat episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, Dr. Maria sits down with the talented and witty Barbra Banner. Barbra shares her incredible journey from a high-powered marketing executive to an evidential psychic trance medium. Laugh along as they discuss shocking client revelations, whimsical spirit interactions, and the profound impact of mediumship. Plus, Barbra recounts h...

In this fascinating episode, we delve into the concept of soul contracts with Jared Carter. Jared explains how he discovered soul contracts through his work with crystals and aura photography, and how this ancient system can reveal your life’s purpose and challenges. Using a unique blend of numerology and Jewish mysticism, Jared offers insights into how our birth names vibrationally influence our...

Join Dr. Maria Rothenburger in this totally fascinating episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast as she interviews Rachel Corpus, an angel incarnate and cosmic multitasker extraordinaire. Rachel spills the celestial beans on her near-death experience at age four and her life mission as an angel on Earth—complete with interstellar run-ins and multiverse mishaps. Discover her tips for diving into the...

Join Dr. Maria Rothenburger on The Reluctant Medium Podcast as she welcomes Julie Ryan, a businesswoman turned medium, medical intuitive, and inventor. Julie shares insights from her book 'Angelic Attendants', detailing the 12 phases of transition that every spirit goes through during the process of dying. Discover eye-opening stories, scientific perspectives, and comforting information about what...

Join host Dr. Maria Rothenburger in another enlightening episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, where she speaks with Stephanie Banks, an intuitive channeler. They discuss Stephanie's diverse professional background, her experiences with her mother's dementia, and how those experiences led her to discover the power of channeling. Stephanie shares her philosophical insights on channeling, energet...

In this heartfelt episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, Dr. Maria Rothenburger welcomes Anne-Claire Le Bihan, a spirit baby medium, to discuss her unique work connecting women with their spirit babies. They delve into the emotional and spiritual aspects of spirit baby mediumship, the impact of miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and abortion, and the significance of honoring these experiences through...

In this episode of The Reluctant Medium Podcast, Dr. Maria hosts vocal transformation coach Maryn, who shares her insights and experiences on the transformative power of the human voice. Maryn discusses her Vocal Transformation Method, which combines ancient vocal practices with modern psychology and neuroscience, emphasizing the voice's potential to heal and change lives. The episode dives deep i...

Join us on The Reluctant Medium as we dive into the fascinating world of intuition with Emma Andrews. Emma shares her journey from a sensitive child to a professional intuitive and medium, discussing the development of her psychic abilities, self-love, and the importance of boundaries. Discover how she overcame initial skepticism, the role of supportive communities, and practical tips for connecti...

Join us on this replay (one of the most popular) episode, as we welcome back A’ndrea, a holistic fertility expert and Reiki master. We discuss intuition, its power, and how it can be harnessed to aid fertility, especially for those over 40. Andrea shares her insights on the mind-body approach to fertility, using Reiki and mindset coaching to help overcome emotional and physical blocks. Recorded am...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, host Dr. Maria Rothenburger welcomes fellow podcaster Melissa Oatman. Melissa, a high school German teacher by day and a spiritual practitioner by night, discusses the profound impact of her personal losses and how they shaped her new book, 'A Beautiful Mourning: A Guide to Life After Loss.' They delve into topics such as reframing grief, deepening...

In this captivating episode replay from 'The Miracles Happen Fertility Podcast,' Maria welcomes back Lynsi for a deep dive into the fascinating topic of spirit babies. Lynsi shares her journey in fertility hypnosis over the past 20 years, revealing how she discovered her ability to connect with spirit babies, particularly the unique group known as the 'Pink Starlights.' These special entities are...

In this episode of 'The Reluctant Medium,' Dr. Maria dives deep into the art of spirit baby communication. Maria explains the challenges of connecting with your own spirit babies due to emotional ties, and highlights the importance of intuition and emphasizes the importance of meditation as the foundational tool for spirit baby communication, providing guidance on various meditation practices incl...

[REPLAY] In this episode of The Reluctant Medium, we have the pleasure of speaking with Nichole Bigley, an expert in the field of mediumship and co-author of the book 'Looking for Angels.' Nichole shares her extensive knowledge on the basics of spirit teams, breaking down the roles of archangels, ascended masters, guardian angels, and more. We also delve into personal experiences, how to identify...

Welcome! This episode is part of a Summer 2025 series of the most popular episodes from both the Miracles Happen Fertility Podcast and The Reluctant Medium. In this episode, Dr. Maria Rothenburger, a fertility therapist, coach, bestselling author, and spirit baby intuitive, explores the topics of miscarriage and loss within the context of Spirit Baby realm. Dr. Maria shares her own experiences and...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, host Dr. Maria speaks with guest Ashley George about the presence and influence of angels in our lives. The discussion explores the concept of spiritual gifts, personal and archangels, and their role in healing, empowerment, and guidance. Ashley shares her personal journey of spiritual awakening and deep connection with angelic beings, including pra...

Join Dr. Maria Rothenburger in this episode of The Reluctant Medium Podcast as she delves into the Akashic realm with special guest Nancy Smith. Discover the history, significance, and modern understanding of the Akashic Records. Learn how to access these records and the importance of soul's journey from Nancy's extraordinary experiences and insights. Whether you're curious about spirituality, med...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, Dr. Maria Rothenburger is joined by two of her favorite guests, Will Rodriguez and Karen Endsley. The discussion dives into Will's personal journey from a breakdown to a breakthrough with meditation and self-reflection, eventually leading to the creation of the Skeptic Metaphysician podcast. The trio delves into the formation of New Reality TV, an i...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, host Dr. Maria welcomes Christina Warmenbol, an expert in Akashic Records and prenatal psychology. Christina shares her journey from her early studies as an occupational therapist to discovering the deeper causes of ailments and their origins in prenatal experiences. She narrates a personal story of loss and spiritual connection, turning to mediums...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium podcast, host Dr. Maria Rothenburger welcomes back medical intuitive, artist, therapist, and author Katie Beecher. The conversation delves into the importance of connecting with one's body to address both physical and emotional symptoms. Katie shares insights on how dissociation from the body can be a common trauma response and discusses techniques for recon...

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In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, host Dr. Maria Rothenburger welcomes Daniel, also known as the Past Life Regressionist. Daniel shares insights into past life regression, explaining the process and how it contrasts with past life readings. He talks about the transformative power of past life regression and how it changed his own life, particularly in dealing with an autoimmune diso...

In this episode of the Reluctant Medium Podcast, host Dr. Maria Rothenburger welcomes Krystal Perry, also known as the Blossoming Medium. Krystal shares her journey into mediumship and Reiki, discussing how intuition is felt below the neck across various chakras. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and trusting one's intuitive abilities, offering tips on developing these skills. They also...