The Dark Fairy Godmother Podcast

Reclaiming the Healing Powers of the Feminine
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Join Dr. Roby, a clinically trained psychotherapist and intuitive healer—better known as the Dark Fairy Godmother—as she explores the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and feminine healing with a little humor and magic along the way. ✨ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempest License code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP darkfairygodmother.substack.com

  1. APR 25

    Eternity

    Eternity: Joan's Journey through the Yonic Model of the Self On today’s episode, I will be applying my Yonic Model of the Self to the character Joan from the 2025 movie Eternity, directed by David Freyne. The central plot of the movie centers on a love triangle between Joan (played by Elizabeth Olsen) and her decision of which of her two husbands she would like to spend eternity with. Choice A is Joan’s first husband, Luke (played by Callum Turner), who was her first love and died in the Korean War shortly after they were married, representing her ultimate Prince Charming archetype and therefore Joan’s Ego function. Choice B is Larry, played by Miles Teller, Joan’s second husband of 65 years, who, compared to the charms and good looks of Luke, seems like the obvious second choice. But Larry represents Joan’s dark, masculine or Daemon function, the part of her that helps her embrace her flaws and her own dark feminine aspects (Aura function). Represented by her neighbor Karen, played by Olga Merediz. So who will Joan ultimately choose in the end? Will it be Luke who reinforces her Veil function and idealized version of herself, or will she choose to spend eternity with Larry, who sees all parts of herself, the good, the bad, and who she really is? Listen to the pod now to find out! OX Your Dark Fairy Godmother To learn more about my Yonic Theory approach, purchase the Yonic Theory: The Foundation course through my website or explore my Yonic Journal, which serves as my sort of living “grimoire” for my research. Reference: Brooks, A. (Director). (1991). Defending your life [Film]. Geffen Pictures; Warner Bros. Freyne, D. (Director). (2025). Eternity [Film]. A24; Star Thrower Entertainment. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    34 min

  2. FEB 13

    Mean Girls

    Mean Girls: Cady Heron's Journey through the Yonic Model of the Self In this "fetching" FREE episode, we dive into Cady ("Katie") Heron's journey of self-actualization in the classic 2004 film Mean Girls. I'll discuss the challenges of "girl world" that Cady must navigate, which reflect women's difficulty navigating their own journeys of self-actualization in our modern world. I'll also discuss how the characters Regina and Janis represent Cady's inner light and dark feminine aspects and how she must learn to reconcile what I refer to as the goddess-witch spectrum. Get in, loser, we're learning how to embrace the power of the feminine and our authentic selves! Resources: Maureen Murdock's Heroine's Journey Yonic Journal Website (How to access the article on the Yonic Model of the Self) Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the Self Dark Fairy Godmother Substack Goddess-Witch Spectrum Course Buy me a Coffee - KoKi Account Reference: Waters, M. (Director). (2004). Mean girls [Film]. Paramount Pictures. Wiseman, R. (2002). Queen bees and wannabes: Helping your daughter survive cliques, gossip, boyfriends, and the new realities of girl world. Crown Publishers. Bradley, Marion Zimmer. (1984). The mists of Avalon. New York :Ballantine Books This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min

  3. FEB 2

    Groundhog Day

    Groundhog Day: Phil Connors Journey of Self-Actualization In this podcast episode, we will discuss the overlap between the symbolism of the pagan tradition of Imbolc and the Americanized version of this sacred holiday - known as Groundhog Day. We will also dive into the symbolism of the character of Phil Connors in the 1993 movie Groundhog Day and what he can teach us about resilience, hope, and self-actualization through the Yonic Model of the Self. So pour yourself a sweet vermouth with a twist, and let’s get into it! Resources: Yonic Journal Website for articles mentioned. Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the Self Dark Fairy Godmother Substack Buy me a Coffee - KoKi Account Yonic Tarot - Ten of Swords Noah Kahan Website If you are in crisis text or call 988 Reference Ramis, H. (Director). (1993). Groundhog Day [Film]. Columbia Pictures. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    44 min

  4. JAN 2

    Wicked Part 1: The goddess-witch spectrum

    Wicked Part 1: The goddess-witch spectrum contains spoilers In this episode, I'll discuss the concept of my goddess-witch spectrum and how it can be applied to the characters of Elphaba and Glinda from Wicked. I'll also dive into the feminist undertones of this movie and what it can teach women about reconciling their own inner goddess-witch spectrum! Resources: Yonic Journal Website Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the Self Dark Fairy Godmother Substack Goddess-Witch Spectrum Course Buy me a Coffee - KoKi Account Official Wicked Movie Website - wickedmovie.com. References: References: Baum, L. F. (1900). The wonderful wizard of Oz. George M. Hill Company. Ehrenreich, B., & English, D. (2010). Witches, midwives, & nurses: A history of women healers (2nd ed.). Feminist Press. Gage, M. J. (1893). Woman, church, and state: A historical account of the status of woman through the Christian ages, with reminiscences of the matriarchate. C. H. Kerr. Loehnen, E. (2023). On our best behavior: The seven deadly sins and the price women pay to be good. The Dial Press. Maguire, G. (1995). Wicked: The life and times of the Wicked Witch of the West. ReganBooks. Murdock, M. (1990). The Heroine’s Journey: Woman’s Quest for Wholeness. Shambhala/Shambhala Publications. Qualls-Corbett, N. (1988). The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspect of the Feminine (Studies in Jungian Psychology by Jungian Analysts). Inner City Books. Robichaux, M. (2025). An introduction to yonic theory and the yonic model of the self. The Yonic Journal, 1(1), 1-87. Wicked (J. M. Chu, Dir.). (2024). Universal Pictures. Wicked: For Good (J. M. Chu, Dir.). (2025). Marc Platt Productions / Universal Pictures. Wolf, N. (1991). The beauty myth: How images of beauty are used against women. W. Morrow. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    53 min

  5. 12/20/2025

    Three Wise Men and a Baby

    Three Wise Men and a Baby: Exploring the Light and Dark Masculine and Men's Self-Actualization Process Warning: this episode contains spoilers On this episode, to finish up our holiday-themed episodes, we end with a true Hallmark movie. Three Wise Men and a Baby. In this movie, I break down how two of the brothers (Stephan and Taylor) represent the main character Luke's light and dark masculine aspects, and how it is through learning to appreciate the value of the feminine that he is able to achieve what Carl Jung referred to as Individuation. Moreover, in this episode, I discuss how the story of baby Jesus itself can reflect the masculine process of self-actualization and the forgotten role of the feminine in this process. Resources: Yonic Journal Website Podcast Episode on Yonic Model of the Self Dark Fairy Godmother Substack Goddess-Witch Spectrum Course Buy me a Coffee - KoKi Account The Campbell Foundation Murdock's Website Reference: Ingram, T. (Director). (2022). Three wise men and a baby [Film]. Hallmark Channel. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    45 min

  6. 11/26/2025

    Why You Love Rom-Com Christmas Movies

    Why You Love Rom-Com Christmas Movies: A Yonic Perspective Caution: spoilers ahead! What is it about Christmas movies that we love so much? Particularly those rom-com holiday movies geared towards women on Netflix and the Hallmark channel? In this episode, I dive into the psychology behind why women love these movies and what we're actually seeking when we watch them. (Spoiler alert, it isn't a man with a corn field in Ohio to teach us the meaning of love.)In the second half of the episode, I'll apply my Yonic Model of the Self to the 2022 Movie Falling for Christmas, starring Lindsay Lohan. So grab a blanket and some warm hot cocoa, and let's get into it! Resources: The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2 The Yonic Model of the Self Article Maureen Murdock's Website and article on the Heroine's Journey Lilianna and Sean's Tik Tok Dark Fairy Godmother's Tik Tok goddess-witch spectrum course This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min

  7. 10/31/2025

    Practical Magic and Sally Owens' Journey through the Yonic Model of the Self

    Practical Magic and Sally Owens' Journey Through the Yonic Model of the Self ***Warning: Spoilers*** In the second episode of this week, I break down how the four functions of the Yonic Model of the Self can be applied to Sandra Bullock's character, Sally Owens, in the 1998 movie Practical Magic, based on the novel written by Alice Hoffman. Ready to hear more? Give it a listen! Resources: The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2 The Yonic Model of the Self Article goddess-witch spectrum course Alice Hoffman's Website Maureen Murdock's Website and article of the Heroine's Journey This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

    56 min

  8. 10/01/2025

    The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2

    The Yonic Model of the Self Part 2: IMPORTANT UPDATE: As of April 14th, 2026, the audio for this post is no longer available, as I continue to expand and refine my theory to protect my intellectual property. If you would like a formal introduction to my Yonic Theory, you can purchase the article for a small fee using the link below, or buy the introductory online course through my website at https://www.authenticlivingcc.com/yonic-theory-the-foundation   To access the self-published written article that corresponds with this podcast, visit www.yonictheory.org or click this link: https://yonictheory.org/b/BOtcV To stay updated on the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes, follow me at @darkfairygodmother.substack.com! ✨What to learn more about the courses and on-demand webinars Dr. Roby offers: Click here! Podcast theme music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempest License code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darkfairygodmother.substack.com/subscribe

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Join Dr. Roby, a clinically trained psychotherapist and intuitive healer—better known as the Dark Fairy Godmother—as she explores the intersection of psychology, spirituality, and feminine healing with a little humor and magic along the way. ✨ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/josh-stewart/tempest License code: THM8TU4OR1545UGP darkfairygodmother.substack.com

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    Reclaiming the Healing Powers of the Feminine
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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    © Michelle Robichaux, PhD, Authentic Living, LLC
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