The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet

Have you ever wondered what it takes to break free from the grip of sex addiction or love addiction? Can true healing come from facing your deepest vulnerabilities?  In this powerful episode of The Conversation, host Amanda de Cadenet sits down with Elizabeth Gilbert, author of All the Way to the River, to explore her raw and inspiring journey through recovery. From confronting the chaos of a...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Conversation, host Amanda de Cadenet sits down with Heidi Smith, author of The Uncommon Book of Prayer , for an inspiring and introspective discussion on the transformative power of prayer. Together, they explore how prayer can be a profoundly personal and evolving practice, serving as a sacred connection between oneself and the divine. Heidi redefines trad...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Conversation, host Amanda de Cadenet sits down with Jillian Turecki, author of It Begins With You , to explore the transformative journey of self-love, building self-esteem, and creating healthy relationships. Jillian shares personal stories, including her divorce and the pivotal role the message of Tony Robbins played in her healing, as well as insights in...

In this episode, Amanda introduces Donna Lancaster, author of ‘ The Bridge, a 9-step Crossing into Authentic and Wholehearted Living’ and Wise Words for Women: Words to Soothe, Comfort, Challenge, and Inspire  . She's a healing, transformative, insightful, self-proclaimed writer, group facilitator, and intuitive coach. Donna shares her insights as she answers some rapid-fire questions about l...

Amanda is honored to sit down with Brittany Snow and Jaspre Guest, the incredible co-authors behind September Letters: Finding Strength and Connection in Sharing Our Stories. This inspiring project brings together heartfelt letters, notes, and conversations from friends, experts, and the September Letters community, all with a shared mission: to create a space where vulnerability leads to understa...

Amanda is honored to host Martha Beck, PhD, a Harvard-trained sociologist, world-renowned coach, and New York Times bestselling author. In this episode, they delve into Martha's latest book, " The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, " which has guided many on their journey to self-awareness. Tune in as they discuss integrity, spirituality, and overcoming fear. Martha shares her i...

In this enlightening episode of The Conversation , host Amanda de Cadenet is joined by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer, authors of the groundbreaking book Wise Power: Discover the Liberating Power of Menopause to Awaken Authority, Purpose, and Belonging . Together, they explore the profound beneficial impact of the menstrual cycle on women's psychological, emotional, and spiritual well-be...

Welcome to The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet . Today, we're honored to have Marisa Lee, the insightful author of Grief is Love , joining us. As a Black woman and author who has personally navigated the complexities of loss, Marisa brings a unique and powerful perspective to the grieving process. In this episode, she'll share four essential strategies to support those who are grieving and off...

In this episode of The Conversation, Amanda sits down with comedian Alyssa Limperis to delve into the complex emotions surrounding loss and grief. Both Amanda and Alyssa share the common experience of losing their fathers to cancer, and they explore how they have coped with this unimaginable loss and the impact it had on their lives. Alyssa discusses her comedy show, “No Bad Days” where she bravel...

Welcome to The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet. Today, Amanda is joined by Soraya Chemaly, the insightful author of Rage Becomes Her . They delve into the disparity between men and women when expressing rage and anger. Soraya explains how women are often labeled as hostile when they show anger, a stereotype she addresses in her book to help girls and women understand the cultural roots of this...

In this podcast episode, Maggie discusses her personal journey and insights with Amanda. They converse about the challenges and growth she has experienced, particularly focusing on self-trust, emotional growth, and overcoming her divorce. Maggie shares her thoughts on being less judgmental, finding joy in everyday moments, and the importance of self-compassion. They also touch on the significance...

In this podcast episode, Amanda de Cadenet and Dr. Nicole LePera, the Holistic Psychologist, discuss Dr. LePera's new book "How to Be the Love You Seek." They explore themes of personal growth, relationships, and therapy. Dr. LePera shares her journey of questioning traditional therapy methods and embracing holistic approaches, including somatic tools and nervous system regulation. T...

In today’s episode I speak with pioneering neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Mosconi. We discuss Dr. Mosconi's groundbreaking new research that sheds light on the intricate relationship between estrogen and the brain. Her work highlights the impact of estrogen on cognitive function and neurological health and opens new avenues for understanding how hormonal changes affect our minds as we age. Don’t miss...

Join host Amanda de Cadenet on The Conversation where she interviews her friend, the talented Australian actress Phoebe Tonkin. Amanda brings her signature charm to a short-form questionnaire, posing fun and thought-provoking questions about Phoebe’s life, career, and personal preferences. From insights into her acting journey to the delightful revelation of her favorite cake, this episode is fill...

Trigger Warning for our listeners - Please be advised that this episode talks about suicide. Amanda welcomes New York Times bestselling author Sloane Crosley to The Conversation Podcast for a personal and thoughtful chat about loss and grief. Sloane’s latest book, Grief is For People , shares her journey through loss after a personal robbery and a close friend’s suicide. Amanda and Sloane explore...

In this episode of The Conversation , best-selling author Anne Lamott talks about her newest book, Somehow: Thoughts on Love, her relationship with her son and grandson, and connects with Amanda on her earlier work, Bird by Bird , which greatly impacted Amanda’s sobriety journey. Anne addresses moments from her past when she unintentionally hurt others and offers insights into navigating tough mom...

Trigger Warning for our listeners - please be advised, this episode talks about suicide and eating disorders. Amanda welcomes comedian, writer, producer, and host Nikki Glaser this week on The Conversation. Nikki shares her experiences in Hollywood, trauma, relationships, and insight on her new HBO special, Nikki Glaser: Someday You’ll Die .  Amanda and Nikki speak with humor, compassion, and brut...

Amanda reunites with her friend, actress, writer, producer, and singer Billie Piper. They reminisce about their shared experiences and beginnings in the UK - where they both started their professional careers as teenagers. Their conversation includes Billie’s latest project, the Netflix movie Scoop , inspired by the infamous interview of Prince Andrew. Amanda and Billie discuss the complicated jou...

Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, is renowned for her expertise in narcissism and its effects on relationships. Amanda and Dr. Durvasula discuss the complexities of narcissism, shedding light on its defining characteristics and the impact it has on individuals and their relationships. She explains that narcissism is more than just self-centeredness; it&#3...

For the first time we are making the Conversation original TV series interviews available on the pod. This is part of a miniseries featuring the first guests to appear on the show. In this mini-episode, we feature Lady Gaga.  Lady Gaga always knew she wanted a larger than life music career and has done everything possible to pursue that dream and goal. In my chat with Lady Gaga she reflects o...

For the first time we are making the Conversation original TV series interviews available on the pod. This is part of a miniseries featuring the first guests to appear on the show. In this mini episode we feature Alicia Keys.  We begin our conversation discussing how women perceive their body size and age. Alicia has a beautiful outlook on how a woman’s body perception can change with insight...

Trigger Warning for our listeners - please be advised, this episode talks about sexual assault. This episode of The Conversation features Tiffany Haddish, an American comedian known for her raw and unfiltered humor. Tiffany continues to overcome a lot of difficulties. At nine years old, her mother was diagnosed with schizophrenia, triggered by a car accident and brain injury .Despite facing a seri...

Let me know what you think ! Here are some key moments from this episode: Grammys and Remote Acceptance (00:02:23) Discussion about the Grammys and a humorous anecdote about remote acceptance mix-up. Discovering Each Other's Work (00:04:28) A conversation about how they discovered each other's work and the impact of shared experiences. Creation of Isolation Journals (00:05:39) A discussion about t...

Archival episode with Lake Bell from the very first podcast series of The Conversation.  Lake Bell discusses the challenges of growing up with divorced parents, fostering teamwork in creative spaces, and how medication and therapy helped Lake be herself again after a traumatic birth experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Get full access to The Conversation with Amand...

I'm beyond excited to share with you the video podcast of a fearless chat I recently had with the fabulous Lisa Rinna. Lisa hasn't done a podcast for a long while now and I am so thrilled she chose The Conversation to celebrate the launch of her Sex over 60 Cosmopolitan cover. Here are some of the topics we got into. *Grief & Public Scrutiny: Lisa opened up about the profound impact of her mothers...