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Hosted by English teacher, writer, and multi-faceted life learner Wren Taylor, we're keeping it cozy here, as if we were gathered on the couch with a good friend. Through thoughtful tangents, unique interviews, and practical advice, Lead to Gold is a valuable resource for alchemizing your life and turning heavy challenges into golden opportunities for growth and community. 

  1. JAN 5

    052: The Stake of Being A Woman in 2026

    One of the biggest questions I've had stirring around in my head this past year was what a woman's role really is in our current age - where fascists are abundant, young people have endless access to influence (for better or worse), and so many people seem so excited to throw inclusivity and equity out the window. Where are we? How did we get here? And who are the voices we need to be listening to to guide us through? Show notes: Florence Given's "Audacity Injection - make them say 'who does she think she is?'"My book review of Pussy by Regina Thomashauer (mentioned @ 41:10)More on the conversation around sexuality simply existing rather than something that must be commodified, check out "A Different Kind of Sex Talk," pt. I and pt. 2 (mentioned @ 58:40)Learning Healthy Communication - w/ (my brother!!) Casey Taylor (mentioned @ 1:04:15)Subscribe to the blogSupport me & the show through my art :)Follow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song! Send us a text

    1h 7m

  2. JAN 1

    051: WE'RE BACK! Talking 2025, The Wedding, & Learning To Accept Help

    History won't remember 2025 fondly, but I think I will. There was a lot of upset, a lot of rage, a lot of worry and wallowing, but I'm thanking my lucky stars that all of it was met with unrelenting love and support. If anything, this year taught me just how many people have my back, and how easy it actually is to seek help when it's needed. Don't believe me? Then this is the perfect episode for you. Welcome back, friends. 💫 Show notes:  Subscribe to the blogSupport me & the show through my art :)Follow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    1h 3m

  3. 11/04/2024

    050 - The Power of Ritual - w/ Nick Baker & Clare Johnson (+ A Special Closing Ritual)

    Welcome to the Season 1 finale of Lead to Gold. It's been a joyride, and I'm so grateful for your part in it. I couldn’t possibly think of a better duo to bring on for such a vast topic, especially for one that means so much to me personally and is a massive need for the collective right now. As two fantastic co-facilitators of psychedelic retreats, Nick and Clare walk us through the often-forgotten importance of incorporating ritual in our everyday lives. This doesn’t begin or end in a retreat setting, but their expertise in leading others serves as the perfect antidote to our stressed-out, fast-paced world.  Let’s come back home to ourselves.   Show notes:  Work with Nick & Clare!Subscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song! Send us a text

    1h 22m

  4. 10/21/2024

    049 - Internet Strangers Give Us Wellness Advice (And It's Actually Good)

    As much as I talk 💩 about the internet and social media on this podcast, I have to  admit to the few nuggets of gold to be found among the dumpster fire. In today's episode, we're gonna take some advice from a classic r/AskReddit thread and see what has helped other people make their lives better, most importantly, in very realistic ways. I hope you can take a lil nugget with you from this episode! Everyone say...thanks, Reddit? Show notes: Reddit: What improved your quality of life so much, you wish you'd done it sooner?Subscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    44 min

  5. 10/14/2024

    048 - There Is Nothing Wrong With You (There Is A Lot Wrong With Our World)

    Is everyone going through it right now? The answer is a resounding "yes," especially if you are chronically online. With the constant news cycles, more difficulty in parsing through falsities and disinformation, overwhelming tragedy, violence, and outrage being forced down our throats, it's no wonder we feel so scared and overwhelmed.  Let's talk about what to do about it. Show notes: Very relevant blog posts: Why you need media literacy, right now and We're all on drugsThe University of Chicago Press: The Beginnings of TV NewsFacing History: Political Polarization in the United StatesSubscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    1 hr

  6. 09/23/2024

    047 - The Money Debate

    Is money an energetic tool, or is it the root of all evil? Let's *attempt* to get to the bottom of all the mixed messaging we receive about how to relate to our finances. In this episode, we’ll give context to our varying cultural attitudes toward money and how they impact our external lives. From societal conditioning to personal beliefs, let's settle this debate and develop a healthier, more empowered relationship with wealth—one that actually supports our goals and values, without any false promises. Show notes: A very relevant blog post: Why "money coaching" gives me the ickGreater Good: How Money Changes the Way You Think and FeelWeForum: Money controls our lives. It's time to rethink our relationship with the almighty dollarForbes: Money Is A Tool, So Stop Treating It As The GoalSubscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    56 min

  7. 09/09/2024

    046 - Why There Is No Such Thing As "Too Sensitive"

    As someone who felt the pressure of turning off all outward-facing emotions in my youth, and now struggle to authentically share those still deeply felt emotions with my loved ones, I wanted to chat about our societal norming around being sensitive. We've all heard the clichés by now: it's okay to cry, sensitivity is a gift, men have feelings too, etc...but embodying our pain, anger, and sadness is an entirely different process. So let's re-sensitize. The world needs more of it. Show notes: Other podcast episodes mentioned throughout, for further learning:Lead to Gold 045 - Getting Really, Really Weird & Doing it Shamelessly - w/ Madelyn MoonLead to Gold 024 - Gratitude & GuiltThe Psychology of Your 20's 222. Am I too sensitive?Subscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    51 min

  8. 08/26/2024

    045 - Getting Really, Really Weird & Doing It Shamelessly - w/ Madelyn Moon

    Madelyn Moon is a leading voice in the world of feminine-masculine relationships, devoted to serving women in liberating their expressive, artistic hearts with themselves, with partners, and with the world. Today, she's teaching ALL of us how to get out of our minds and into our bodies - finally, a place where we can safely unleash the emotions we may not always want to look at.  Let's get witchy, let's get weird, let's maybe even get a little psychotic...this work is the doorway to finding your true core emotions and desires, being held in them, and knowing you can survive whatever you find. Show notes:  Free gift from Madelyn: 50 Ways to Be Creative in Love - start today!Work with Madelyn!Follow @madelynmoon on InstagramListen to The Madelyn Moon ShowA very relevant blog post from Lead to Gold: Lessons from the Divine FeminineSubscribe to the blogFollow me on InstagramThanks to DayFox for the intro/outro song!Send us a text

    1h 6m
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Hosted by English teacher, writer, and multi-faceted life learner Wren Taylor, we're keeping it cozy here, as if we were gathered on the couch with a good friend. Through thoughtful tangents, unique interviews, and practical advice, Lead to Gold is a valuable resource for alchemizing your life and turning heavy challenges into golden opportunities for growth and community. 

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  • Creator
    Wren Taylor
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Lead to Gold
  • Show Website
    Lead to Gold