Grateful Goddesses

In this episode of Grateful Goddesses, we dive deep into the "Go Long" program with Jill Consor Beck, a transformative approach to living a better, longer life. Jill’s philosophy is simple yet profound: it’s never too late to make meaningful changes. She teaches that by subtracting the non-essential moments in our lives, we can create space for what truly matters. Jill’s program stands out for thr...

Embark on a transformative journey with the Grateful Goddesses podcast as we delve into a dynamic conversation with four extraordinary high-powered women: Carline Durocher, Sarah Hurley, Catherine Hayes, and Maria Filipova. These accomplished individuals will offer profound insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and silencing our inner critic. Join us as they enlighten us on recognizing and rele...

In a world plagued by the resurgence of antisemitism, the fight against hatred and prejudice has become more crucial than ever. From the darkest days of the Holocaust to the recent tragic events in Israel, the Jewish community continues to face a wave of discrimination and violence. The diaspora, scattered across the globe, is witnessing a disturbing surge in antisemitic incidents, from protests a...

We all create stories in our heads based on our perceptions of events we experience. These false narratives can stay with us throughout our lives and contribute to us attracting negative people or experiences that feel familiar to us. For example, if we are verbally abused growing up, we may attract an abusive mate when we are older, as this is a familiar experience even though it is not healthy f...

Empaths and sensitive people have a good perception of what’s really going on in the world. They take in 100 times more information than the “normal person.” Join Karen in her conversation with Diana Hartley, an empath herself, as they converse about empaths and sensitive people. Diana’s mission is to “help highly sensitive people called heart people to bring to awareness their gifts of perception...

In this episode of the Grateful Goddesses podcast, host Karen Pulver shares her personal journey as a stroke survivor. Back in February 12, 2023, Karen experienced a life altering stroke that changed her perspective on life. In this inspiring episode, Karen interviews fellow stroke survivor Peter Krammer and stroke support coordinator Molly Pretet. During the conversation, Karen and Peter discuss...

Since the bloody massacre on October 7, 2023, I have been paralyzed with fear and uncertainty about how to respond. Initially, I considered removing symbols of my Jewish identity and remaining silent on social media. However, I came across two courageous women who identify as accidental Israeli activists. Despite being busy moms and successful business owners, they immediately began posting their...

What kind of human being do you want to be walking on this Earth? What is your moral compass and what are your humanitarian objectives in life? What have you been taught by your parents or have you learned along your life journey? Listen on this podcast to Film writer, and director Beth Lane as we open up the conversation about her upcoming Documentary “Would You Hide Me?” The story of Beth’s jour...

I am a broken arm, I am appendix removed, I am cancer…When you hear that, what do you think? Take a minute… Yes, I had a broken arm, my appendix removed, and cancer but they do not define who I am. So why do people who have mental health issues often say, “I am bipolar, I am schizophrenic, I am depressed?”There is a STIGMA associated with mental health issues. If you are someone who is suffering f...

Who are you inspired by? What makes your heart beat faster and causes you to light a fire under your ass? For me, it is Peaches and that is not the juicy fruit. Peaches is an iconic rock star, and she is also my friend. We met back in seventh grade in Toronto and have kept in touch off and on ever since. I have followed her journey as she ignites her passion with her purpose and lives the life she...

Everyone deserves to be happy. If you are unhappy with your job and you cannot change your job, how about finding something on the side that makes you happy so the joy can leak in? Once you have your foundation and you know what you want, from the joy you have found, you can add to it. Once you figure out what you want, you can make a plan and then turn it into reality. Our guest in this episode i...

How do we stay attuned with our inner wisdom to fully realize our vision and connect with the goddess within us? According to Linda Babulic, all you need is ZEST! Linda is a life coach, facilitator, speaker, and author of ZEST Your Life: A Taste of Inner Wisdom. In this episode, she joins Karen Pulver and Goddess Janice to define what zest is and how we can use it to get in touch with our inner go...

Pain can be a struggle, but it can also lead the way to your passion and purpose. With the help of an energy healer, you can work internally with your emotions and spirit to heal pain in a much more meaningful way than conventional medicine can. Join Karen Pulver and her Goddesses as they chat with Mauren Riley to share powerful insights so you could tap into your Goddess of your higher self. How...

We are all on a journey of self-discovery and part of that is making the most of the time we have with the people we love. Death and loss are a part of that journey and can reveal things we never knew about ourselves. Jason B. Rosenthal is an author, foundation board chair, public speaker, and lawyer. You may have heard of him as the subject of an essay written by his late wife, Amy Rosenthal, cal...

Have you ever made a family tree? Have you gone further and taken a 23andMe test to see more information about your ancestors? Wouldn't it be nice to know about how you came to be, who your ancestors are, and how you can learn from all they have gone through in life? Imagine being able to take a "spiritual 23andMe," where you could tap into your past and learn all about any past lessons and how yo...

We all have our subtle prejudices and our way of thinking that may be insulting to someone else. Wouldn't it be great if we could understand WHY we act and think the way we do for the greater good? This is the exact mission that Robert Kosch has. Karen Pulver and Goddesses talk to Bob about his past and his mistakes. He will take us through his journey of self-discovery from his 6 ½ years of jail...

If there were no limitations or restrictions placed on you, what would you do in your life? Would you take a risk in the music world, or would you stay comfortable where you are? How would you get yourself into the flow? Join in the conversation as artist HXLT shares with Karen Pulver and Goddesses about his ever-flowing career as a musician. In this episode, you’ll discover the ups and downs of t...

Everyone is afraid of something. Whether it is clowns or heights, fear is normal. But not so much for Valerie Clark. She does something that most women would be afraid to do. She's 17 years old, and she races trucks. That sport alone would make most men afraid because of accidents and whatnot. Join your host, Karen Pulver, and the Goddesses as they talk to Valerie about her passion for racing. Lea...

Understanding that you are enough is not an easy feat. For most, it takes a lot of self-reflection and affirmation to truly discover your possibilities and embrace enoughness. This is the message Alison Robertson echoes in her work and what she strives to help others with. Alison is an experienced actress, coach, and author. Her debut book, Enoughness: The Simple Truth Of Embracing YOU, is include...

When we take care of ourselves, we are better prepared to take care of others. The show’s guest today is Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer, an occupational therapist at Therapeutic Innovations International. Dr. Elizabeth talks with Karen Pulver and Goddesses about how parents can care for their special needs kids without overwhelming themselves. The key is to STOP: stop, take a breath, observe, and perceive....

How do we discover what it is that we are supposed to do in our lives? What is that one “thing?” We are all in this journey to explore and try out different things for our lives see if they resonate with us or can be added to help enhance our lives. But do you know that we actually already have this intuition inside of us, that is, to know what that “thing” is that we want in our lives? However, i...

When we are feeling dirty, we take a shower. But what if the ones that need cleaning are on the inside of our bodies? Wouldn't it be good if we could just take a shower and flush it all out? Well, we actually can through detoxing. In this episode, Karen Pulver and the Goddesses sit down with Holistic Health Coach & Guide Melissa Deally to discuss the significance of looking at our body as a whole...

Choosing to have a healthy lifestyle should not be an all-or-nothing approach. There’s no one formula for health that works for everybody, and it’s important to respect your individuality to really achieve optimal health. Today, Karen Pulver and the Goddesses are joined by Jason Wrobel, plant-based chef and author of Hay House cookbook and lifestyle guide, Eaternity, as they talk about how anyone...

Every one of us have people that move in and out of our lives. Sometimes we need to set boundaries with these people. We may even feel the need to start cutting cords or cutting our connections with them. Today’s guest, author, “reformed attorney,” and ordained minister Michelle Welch teaches us that we don’t always need to cut cords with people. We can choose a different way to set boundaries and...

Self-care is not a selfish act. It is a necessary act to encourage our well-being to better take care of others and our communities. What if there’s a workout that allows you to connect with your mind, body, and spirit from a place of nourishing love? The show’s guest today is Taylor Morrison, the CEO of Inner Workout, a wellness class format that helps participants practice self-care. Taylor is o...