Strong and Soft Podcast

Chelley J Wilkes
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Strong and Soft is a podcast about the women we are when no one needs anything from us — and the women we're becoming when they do. Each episode explores the beautiful, complicated space between holding it all together and letting yourself be held — through real conversations, honest storytelling, and the kind of truth that makes you feel less alone. Whether you're in a season of pushing through or learning to feel, this podcast is for you. Strong and Soft. Because you were made to be both.

Episodes

  1. Jun 28 ·  Video

    She Reads: Episode 2: The Happy Prince

    The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde narrated by Lilybeth Cope, is a fairy tale about a gilded statue of a prince who, from his perch above the city, sees the suffering of the poor. With the help of a kind swallow who agrees to stay and serve as his messenger, the prince gives away his ruby, his sapphire eyes, and all his gold leaf to help those in need. As winter sets in, the swallow dies from the cold, and the now-dull statue is torn down by the city. In the end, God recognizes their selfless love and brings both the prince's leaden heart and the dead swallow to paradise. It's a moving story about compassion, sacrifice, and the true meaning of beauty. Themes Compassion over beauty — true worth is measured by love and sacrifice, not appearance Social inequality — Wilde exposes the suffering of the poor while the wealthy look away Selfless love — both the prince and the swallow give everything they have for others The corruption of institutions — the city councillors value aesthetics over virtue Redemption — genuine goodness is ultimately recognized and rewarded

    28 min

  2. Jun 7

    Narration: The Velveteen Rabbit (1st Chapter)

    Full episode June 21st (not January 21st like the recording says) This is a teaser of the upcoming full read of the Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams. Chelley provides insight on this children's classic and the lessons we all need to hear.

    6 min
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Strong and Soft is a podcast about the women we are when no one needs anything from us — and the women we're becoming when they do. Each episode explores the beautiful, complicated space between holding it all together and letting yourself be held — through real conversations, honest storytelling, and the kind of truth that makes you feel less alone. Whether you're in a season of pushing through or learning to feel, this podcast is for you. Strong and Soft. Because you were made to be both.

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