Everyday Awakening
Everyday Awakening with Catherine Duncan is a podcast that explores how to live from the heart and soul through deep, transformative conversations with authors, healers, and spiritual leaders. Drawing from her own near-death experiences and work as a hospice chaplain, Catherine shares insights into embracing love and awakening to the oneness of life. The podcast aims to help listeners understand that awakening is a choice available to everyone, leading to a life of radiant love.
Episodes
Going Inward to Find Your True Self with Patrick Marando
What does it mean to find your true self and actually live from there? In this episode of Everyday Awakening, I sit down with Patrick Marando for an honest, heartfelt conversation about turning inward and the quiet pull that guides us home to ourselves. Patrick shares his experience of feeling like an avatar in his body, and the awakening that came after: a moment of nothing, and then everythi
Being Okay with Yourself, All of It with Brea Segger
What does it mean to be truly okay with yourself, all of it? In this episode, Brea Segger and I explore what it means to understand ourselves more deeply and what it looks like to bridge two worlds. We talk about choosing to sit in the hard stuff rather than move away from it. That depth of okayness with ourselves is what lets us meet another person in the same space. When we allow everything
How to Communicate with Loved Ones on the Other Side
What if your relationship with a loved one didn't end when they died? In this episode of Everyday Awakening Catherine shares how she lost her mother while a world away — but a promise they'd made meant the connection didn't end there. A squirrel that won't look away. Leaves that seem to breathe. Signs, she says, aren't coincidence — they're the world talking. In stillness, she finally hears her mo
How to be the Light with Suzanne Giesemann
I sat down with Suzanne Giesemann to talk about what it means to live from the soul, that place of light, love, and oneness with all that is. Suzanne shares the fundamentals of living from our base state: pure being. Everything else, sensations, thoughts, feelings, is just an overlay, like clouds passing across a blue sky. In the space between stimulus and action, that's where your base state
Healing through Hypnosis with Jonathan Robinson
What if we could heal faster than we think possible? I sat down with Jonathan Robinson, past life regression hypnotherapist, to talk about the healing journey. Jonathan shared how we carry stagnant energy in the body, and how hypnosis helps us tap into it and release it. In these sessions, we touch on our past lives, the wisdom stored deep within us, and the innate healing that's always been t
Trauma Is Not The End Of The Story with Tom Glaser
Tom Glaser lived through an abusive childhood. It shaped him — until he looked inward, until he healed. Our bodies hold what happened to us. And we can still heal. We can learn resilience. It takes awareness and consciousness. It takes the courage to look inward, find your voice, and live an aligned life. Trauma is not the end of the story. It's a lifelong journey — toward a full heart. In thi
Living Fully for Today with Larkin McPhee
What does it mean to truly live when you're facing death? My guest today, Larkin, walked beside her brother Charles through his battle with ALS — and learned that death is just another doorway to walk through. Charles met his illness with a faith so deep it was palpable, and a zest for life that never dimmed, even as his body did. A lesson to all of us on how to walk through the next doorw
Growing Hope with Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Hope isn't a feeling you wait for. It's a practice you build. My guest today, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe explores the neuroscience, psychology, and resilience research behind hope — and why it may be the most underestimated skill we have. Dr. Robyne draws from her own story of childhood institutionalization and a near-death experience to show how hope can be held even in the hardest places. Her l
Where the Divine Finds Us
What does it mean to truly be here — not just in concept, but in body, breath, and presence? In this episode, Catherine explores the practice of returning: from the busy, chattering mind back to the stillness that lives beneath it. Using the simple anchor of the senses — what you see, hear, and feel right now — she guides listeners into the quiet truth that we are not our thoughts, but the space i
You Are Energy: The Healing Power Within You with Dr. Jason Yuan
What if healing begins with understanding your own energy? In this podcast, we explore the human energy field and its profound connection to health, transformation, and human development — bridging ancient wisdom with modern science to illuminate how your mind, body, and spirit work as one. Dr. Jason Yuan is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, educator, and founder of the Consciousnes
We Are Not Alone with Jacob Cooper, LCSW
We can start anew every day, but are you truly living, or just going through the motions? What if you already knew what happens when we die? At just three years old, Jacob Cooper crossed over, and came back with answers most of us spend a lifetime searching for. In this episode, he shares intimate details of life on the other side and what that experience revealed about the energy that's insid
Living on Purpose with Richard Leider
Purpose isn't something you find, it's something you practice. It lives beyond the self, functioning less like a destination and more like a verb that shapes how we move through each day. At its core, purpose is foundational to life itself, and unlocking it begins with a single, honest question: What is life asking of me now? The answer requires us to say yes to life, even when it's hard. Suff
Step into Divine Consciousness with Sebastian Siegel
In this soul-stirring conversation, I sit down with Sebastian Siegel to explore the nature of consciousness and what it means to show up fully in your own life. Sebastian offers a reframe: consciousness isn't something we have — it's a resonance we inhabit. And in our deepest relationships, something greater moves through the other person toward us. Love, he suggests, isn't just a feeling — it's a
Coming Home to Yourself with Annette Knopp
Have you ever paused long enough to ask — why am I here? In this deeply reflective conversation, meditation teacher, somatic educator, and mystic Annette Knopp invites us back to one of life's most profound questions: how do we heal the parts of ourselves that have been waiting for our attention? Annette shares how mindfulness opens the inner space we need to turn toward those unhealed places
When the Soul Awakens Through Fire with Rachel McCord
Have you ever wondered why you're here? When you pause and truly look at your life, the answers begin to arise—because your life has purpose. In this episode, I sit down with Rachel McCord—media entrepreneur, TV personality, author, and founder of The McCord List Media Network, as well as creator and host of the nationally syndicated show The McCord List, reaching over 44 million households. We
The Most Powerful Anxiety Cure with Dr. Richard Louis Miller
I sat down with Dr. Richard Louis Miller—clinical psychologist, author, and broadcaster with more than 64 years of experience in mind-body health. His recent book, Master Your Mind, offers a step-by-step path for moving from living on autopilot to consciously shaping your life - shifting from anxiety to greater peace. In this conversation, we explore how we can shift from living in anxiety to d
Where Presence Lives, Fear Cannot
In uncertain times, fear can quietly take over—pulling us into the past or projecting us into the future. But life is only ever happening now. In this episode, I explore how returning to the present moment softens the body, steadies the mind, and loosens fear's grip. Through a tender lesson from my 97-year-old mother—I reflect on what it means to live in trust rather than anxiety. Presence doesn
Intentional Living Starts Here with Finnian Kelly
I sat down with Finnian Kelly, founder of Intentionality, Inc., and a globally recognized breathwork facilitator, for a powerful conversation about living from the inside out. Finnian shares his personal awakening journey and explores how true transformation begins within. Together, we reflect on the question: Am I living from love or fear? He reminds us that awakening is available right now and
Healing Lives in the Body
We often turn to therapy when we feel unsettled—and therapy is valuable. But talking can only take us so far. The truth is, our past experiences live in our body, not just our mind. In this solo episode, Catherine shares a personal moment that revealed just how deeply our past lives in the body. While therapy offers insight, the real shift happens when we turn inward, breathe, and allow long-hel
Never Stop Learning: Lessons from Trauma Survivor & CEO Des Hague
In this powerful conversation, Des Hague opens up about the traumatic childhood he overcame—abuse, instability, and homelessness—and the inner drive that helped him reclaim his life. His mantra, Onwards, fueled his rise to CEO, investor, author, and national leader who now channels his success into helping others. Des's story is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and choosing purpose. Des is
Awakening through Trauma with Dr. John King
At 45 years old, Dr. John King's life cracked open when suppressed memories of being trafficked as a child resurfaced - sending him into a profound personal reckoning. Instead of running from the pain, John chose to face it head-on. What followed was a long, courageous journey of healing, recovery, and awakening. In this powerful conversation, John shares how trauma doesn't have to define who you
Why Your Childhood Nudges Still Matter
In this episode, I share a full-circle moment that unfolded while helping my 97-year-old mother transition into a group home. Among her things, I discovered a cassette tape labeled "Catherine's Senior Assembly Speech." At 18, I stood in front of my school speaking about not taking life for granted—wisdom born from facing dying at age 11. Listening back decades later, three messages still ring tru
How Human Connection Reshapes our Biology with Dr. Ben Rein
l loved this conversation with Ben Rein - Ben Rein, PhD is an award-winning neuroscientist, Adjunct Lecturer at Stanford University, Clinical Assistant Professor at SUNNEY Buffalo, and Chief Science Officer of the Mind Science Foundation. Ben has published over 20 peer-reviewed papers studying the neuroscience of social behavior and is the author of new book Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscien
Experience Awe and Wonder Now with Seline Shenoy
In this episode, I sit down with Seline Shenoy who is an author, blogger, and podcaster focusing on personal development, self-esteem, productivity, and culture. Seline's new book, The Nomadic Soul: A Seeker's Guide to Finding a Sense of Self and Belonging in the Modern World explores how we can all find awe and wonder in life. Seline's online community – The Dream Catcher – connects and encourage
Midlife Awakening: Living From Your Soul with Ashley Turner
This week, I sat down with Ashley Turner - licensed psychotherapist, yoga and meditation expert, and psychedelic therapist. Ashley's mission is to reshape the narrative around menopause and midlife, helping women thrive through this profound threshold of initiation - and guiding men to awaken to their true nature. Her work empowers you to reclaim your voice, vitality, and vision in midlife and be
Why are you here? with John Strelecky
Today's conversation is with John Strelecky, the #1 bestselling inspirational author of The Café on the Edge of the World, Return to the Why Café, What I've Learned, The Big Five for Life, and more. His books have been translated into 45 languages and sold over 11 million copies worldwide. Recognized as one of the 100 most inspirational thought leaders in leadership and personal development, John'
Healing Through Service with Suzanne Stone
Today's conversation is with Suzanne Stone, President and CEO of Livestrong, where she leads with heart and purpose to ensure that anyone affected by cancer has the resources and support to live a full, meaningful life. Suzanne is also the co-author of the new book - My Brave Friend. In our conversation, we explore how service can be a path to healing—how we can open to life even as we walk throu
The Inner Alchemy of Healing with Dr. Amy Robbins
Today's conversation is with Dr. Amy Robbins. Amy is a clinical psychologist for the past 20 years, where she integrates traditional psychotherapy and spiritual intuition. Amy is well known for her podcast – Life, Death, & The Space Between. In this episode, we discuss the intersection of psychology and spirituality. Amy's work and podcast meet people on their path, helping them find healing that
From the Depths We Awaken with Sebastian Siegel
I'm excited to share my latest conversation with Sebastian Siegel. Sebastian is a British American director, author, and therapist in depth psychology. His first book, The Consciousness Revolution was published by Giger/Verlag for the German market. Sebastian wrote, produced, and directed the feature film, Grace & Grit, adapted from the true story and book by Ken Wilber. Sebastian's 51 Episode ser
Do You Feel Alive? with Jodi Wellman
This week I'm joined by the inspiring Jodi Wellman. Jodi is the author of You Only Die Once. She is a former corporate executive, executive coach, TEDx speaker, who ignites passion with audiences across the country on what it means to be alive. In this episode, Jodi highlights that living requires courage and bravery to override fear and open into life. Her soul- searching questions start with -
Ancient Healing Wisdom with Master Chunyi Lin
I'm excited to share the first episode of Season Two of Everyday Awakening with Master Chunyi Lin. Master Lin is a world-renowned qigong healer, founder of Spring Forest Qigong, and author of multiple best-selling books. He is a healer, and wellness coach for over 750k people, including TV/film celebrities and professional athletes. In this episode, we discuss the pathway to healing and the imp
Awakening After Survival
I'm back today with a solo episode. Just when you think you've expanded… the Universe shows you there's still more to learn, more to feel, more to become. Guidance is always here — subtle, quiet, ever-present. To become who you're called to be in this life means learning to listen deeply… within. It takes silence. It takes listening. It takes courage to go inward. Opportunities are everywhere, w
Healing Through Science and Soul Wisdom with Sherianna Boyle
I'm excited to share my latest conversation on Everyday Awakening with Sherianna Boyle. Sherianna is a true force in the world of emotional wellness and spiritual growth. She's the author of eleven books, including her latest, Just Ask Spirit, and the transformative Emotional Detox series. Her book Energy in Action is changing the conversation around manifesting by connecting the power of emotions
The Power of Moving Forward with Jaime Richichi
This week, I'm joined by the inspiring Jaime Richichi—entrepreneur, author, and creative visionary. A former fashion executive and luxury real estate broker, Jaime now leads AFFINĒ Atelier and AFFINĒ Ēdition, where she blends design with deep transformation. Currently writing her first book, Jaime explores the hidden cost of overthinking, self-doubt, and ignoring our intuition—and what it really
Using our Intuition to Awaken with Deirdre Abrami
I'm excited to share my latest conversation on Everyday Awakening with the incredible Deirdre Abrami. Deirdre is a 6th-generation psychic intuitive, channeler, and speaker whose journey into healing and spiritual awakening began after surviving a life-threatening brain aneurysm. During her recovery, she received a divine message to practice 21 days of white light visualization—a practice that not
Discovering the Path of Self-Love with Ruby Dhal
This week, I'm joined by the remarkable Ruby Dhal—British-Afghan Sikh writer, poet, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of six books centered on self-love, healing, and personal growth. Through her writing, Ruby shares wisdom on love, loss, and resilience, helping millions navigate their own paths. With a social media following of nearly 1 million and millions of weekly impressions, her words hav
Discovering Our Soul's Path to Healing with Kimberly Meredith
Today's conversation is with Kimberly Meredith - a world-renowned Celebrity Medical Intuitive Psychic Medium, Global Speaker, Influencer, Holistic Practitioner, Hands-on Healer, and Spiritual Teacher. She is also the best-selling author of Awakening to the Fifth Dimension: Discovering the Soul's Path to Healing. After experiencing two Near Death Experiences, she had an incredible encounter with Go
Turning Pain into Potential with Cari Fund
Delighted to be joined this week by Cari Fund. Cari is a passionate advocate for women's empowerment and emotional healing. A former beauty industry insider turned trauma-aware storyteller, she's on a mission to help others turn pain into potential. With roots on a West Virginia horse ranch and a decade in NYC's beauty scene, Cari now lives in Miami, raising two kids solo and sharing raw, relatabl
What Does It Mean To Be Alive with Catherine Duncan, MA, BCC
Catherine Duncan is an integrative spiritual consultant, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and podcast host. Everyday Awakening with Catherine is a journey into how to live from our heart and soul. In her first solo episode, she shares why she started the podcast and what it means to be alive. A powerful first solo episode that explores the meaning of life and why we are here on this earth. Eve
The Healing Power of Humor with Alyce Chan
This week's conversation is with Alyce Chan. Alyce is a woman of many talents, she's a speaker, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian with a global presence. Her comedy has graced numerous iconic performance venues in New York City. She's also the creative mind behind the parenting platform MOMCOMNYC. In this episode, we dive deep into discussing the healing power of humor and how Alyce learned
Learning to Live Life Fully Now with Cathy Wurzer
Today I sat down with Cathy Wurzer, host of the "Morning Edition." Since 1994, she has been the co-host of "Almanac," a weekly public affairs program produced by Twin Cities Public Television for Minnesota's statewide public television network. Wurzer is the author of Tales of the Road: Highway 61 and We Know How This Ends: Living while Dying. Cathy is a nonprofit founder, End in Mind. Cathy and C
Healing Power of Energy to Awaken with Cyndi Dale
This week I'm joined by Cyndi Dale - an internationally renowned author, speaker, healer, business consultant, and the author of over 40 books about energy medicine, intuition, and spirituality. She has worked with over 80,000 clients and students and presented hundreds of seminars and workshops globally. Cyndi's helpful books, published in 20 languages, reach people worldwide. In this fascinating
How to Bounce Back from Adversity and Grow with Mark Black
Today's guest is Mark Black — a world-renowned resilience expert, keynote speaker, and the only person to run a marathon with someone else's heart and lungs — four times. Born with a severe heart defect, Mark survived a rare heart and double-lung transplant at 23 and has since inspired people worldwide through his story and strategies for resilience. He's the author of The Resilience Roadmap, foun
Don't Believe Everything You Think with Joseph Nguyen
Joseph Nguyen, the author of the New York Times bestselling book, Don't Believe Everything You Think. His 3 books have touched the hearts and minds of over a million people worldwide. Drawing inspiration from philosophy, spirituality, and psychology, Joseph distills timeless wisdom into simple, pragmatic, and accessible books. In this premiere episode, Joseph shares how he helps others realize who
