Crone & Queen's Fireside Podcast

Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock
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Holistic practitioners, Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock, muse about life and how to create more meaning and satisfaction in it. They reflect on the metaphysical, the physical, the spiritual, psychological and the holistic. Their goal is to bring light to topics considered to be too esoteric and make them more mainstream. As Linda is fond of saying "explore the possibilities."

Episodes

  1. The Benefits of Positive Aging (Episode 5)

    08/07/2025

    The Benefits of Positive Aging (Episode 5)

    In this episode, Kathy Shimpock (the Crone) and Linda Bennett (the Queen) will discuss Becca Levy's book Breaking the Aging Code.  Levy's research on positive aging provides ways to improve our health, happiness and life expectancy.  We'll discuss the importance of using positive language when talking about aging and we'll explore how life experience and culture can create our age beliefs. Cover image: Pixabay.                                                                                                          More About Linda Bennett: http://www.lindahypnoqueen.com/                           More About Kathy Shimpock: https://www.symbolsofsoul.com.                                Music:  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   Copyright 2025 Kathy Shimpock.  Check out more offerings at Heart Symbol Publishing.

    24 min
  2. The Healing Power of Stories - Episode 4

    05/29/2024

    The Healing Power of Stories - Episode 4

    In this episode, Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock  discuss ways traditional stories can be used as a tool for personal growth and holistic healing. We’ll explore the work of psychologist, Milton Erickson and share ways we’ve used stories within our own practice.  As you’ll soon see, stories can be used to facilitate change in many settings from life coaching to hypnosis, depth coaching to spiritual companioning.  This discussion is Part 2 of a conversation that began on the "Wise Crone Cottage Podcast" entitled "Chatting 'Bout 'Tatterhood.'" In Part 1, they discuss the Norwegian folktale, "Tatterhood," and explore its many meanings and interpretations by looking at its symbols, metaphors, and archetypes. Be sure to check it out! Cover image: Pixabay. Music:  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   Copyright 2024 Kathy Shimpock. Check out more offerings at Heart Symbol Publishing.

    23 min
  3. Episode 3 - Archetypes for Personal Growth

    02/03/2020

    Episode 3 - Archetypes for Personal Growth

    Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock discuss archetypes in this fireside podcast.  What are archetypes?  How can you identify them?  How can an understanding of archetypes lead to greater self-discovery and better personal relationships?  The focus will be on four archetypes: the orphan, caregiver, destroyer and warrior. Cover image: Pixabay. Music:  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   All rights reserved Check out more offerings at Heart Symbol Publishing.

    42 min
  4. Episode 2: Fireside Chat on Past Lives Continued

    10/30/2019

    Episode 2: Fireside Chat on Past Lives Continued

    In this episode, Kathy Shimpock continues her interview with Master hypnotherapist, Linda Bennett, discussing her personal and professional experience with past lives.  In the "Celebrant's Corner,"  Kathy talks about.ceremonies occurring at the end of October including Samhuinn,  All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day, and the Day of the Dead. Cover image: Pixabay. Music:  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  All rights reserved. Check out more offerings at Heart Symbol Publishing.

    49 min
  5. Episode 1: Fireside Chat on Past Lives

    09/27/2019

    Episode 1: Fireside Chat on Past Lives

    In this episode, Kathy Shimpock interviews Master Hypnotherapist, Linda Bennett, discussing her personal and professional experience with past lives.  In the "Celebrant's Corner,"  Kathy talks about opportunities for early autumn ceremonies including the autumn equinox and Michaelmas.   Cover image: Pixabay. Music:  Monkeys Spinning Monkeys Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  All rights reserved.  Check out more offerings at Heart Symbol Publishing.

    45 min
  • 5 Episodes

About

Holistic practitioners, Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock, muse about life and how to create more meaning and satisfaction in it. They reflect on the metaphysical, the physical, the spiritual, psychological and the holistic. Their goal is to bring light to topics considered to be too esoteric and make them more mainstream. As Linda is fond of saying "explore the possibilities."

Information

  • Creator
    Linda Bennett and Kathy Shimpock
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Crone & Queen's Fireside Podcast
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