Episodes

Hello everyone, Kathleen here with a great Season 3 finale! To celebrate, Andrea and I created a loving and humorous homage to where we’ve been, how we got here, and what comes next. As many of you know, this very special episode marks the end of my BTRG journey, a deeply bittersweet feeling. I’m excited for what’s to come, yet sad for what I leave behind. It’s been a wonderful, wild, and sometimes challenging adventure, and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to reach so many beautiful a...

In this episode, Kathleen and Andrea are excited to welcome back a special guest - Dave Markowitz, intuitive healing facilitator, best-selling author, and guide for Empaths, Sensitives, and Intuitives. Dave's first appearance on the show is a huge fan favorite, and he's back with a topic sure to resonate with many of BTRG's listeners - the Empath-Narcissist relationship. Dave dives right in, explaining and discussing all aspects of this often difficult (and toxic) dynamic. He offers extensive kn...

Do you wonder what happens when we die? Are you interested in what near-death survivors say about their NDEs? Tune in as Kathleen and Andrea welcome special guest Kirsty Salisbury to the pod! Kirsty is an author and trained end-of-life Doula exploring the topics of life, death, and all the experiences in between. She also hosts the podcast “ Let’s Talk Near Death ” in which she shares personal stories of life after NDE and other events of spiritual transformation. In this episode, Kirsty discuss...

Kathleen and Andrea dedicate this episode to an in-depth discussion of The Shift, a term referring to humanity's current struggle to emerge into a higher dimension. Also known as Ascension, New Consciousness, or New Earth, they all describe a global ascension in vibration, in harmony with the energy of elemental love. This vibrational shift brings us more in alignment with our true nature - spiritual beings having a human experience. In the past few years, this shifting energy has been building ...

Kathleen and Andrea are back with another Reiki Q & A discussion! In this episode, they address listeners’ questions such as: Is Reiki an entity that we pray to? If Reiki knows what to do, is intention really necessary? Are there rules for using Reiki symbols? Is there a right way to start and/or end a session? How to talk to skeptics about Reiki? As in previous episodes, they address these sometimes difficult topics with humor, compassion, and a grounded, real-world approach. For more Reiki Q &...

Do you love crystals? Have you ever wondered how they work their special magic? Tune in as Kathleen and Andrea welcome Angie Yingst to the pod! Angie is an Advanced Crystal Master, Reiki Master, Tarot reader, and Earth Medicine Practitioner. She owns the Moon + Stone Healing Studio and hosts the podcast Centered with Angie Yingst. In this must-listen episode, Angie shares her treasure trove of wisdom and knowledge about the mineral kingdom as she seamlessly blends science with spirituality. Sh...

If you can't get enough of hearing about Past Lives, then you'll love this episode! Kathleen and Andrea welcome Simon Bown to the pod to discuss his work as a Past Life Regression Therapist, Hypnotherapist, and Podcaster. His lifelong fascination and research into all things supernatural, paranormal, UFOs, and metaphysical led him to pursue his calling of helping others access past lives to gain insight into their current incarnation and facilitate healing. Simon generously shares hi...

If you've ever wanted to know more about EFT/Tapping, then this episode's for you! Kathleen and Andrea sit down to chat with Jackie Viramontez, an EFT & Energy Psychology Practitioner, author, educator, Reiki Master, and a Yogi. She is inspired in her work with purpose-driven individuals to provide transformative tools that clear and heal self-limiting patterns of behavior. Jackie shares her personal journey of grief and anxiety and how finding energy healing, EFT, and tappin...

Calling all animal lovers! Kathleen and Andrea welcome special guest Nicole Birkholzer, speaker, author, educator, and Animal Communicator. Nicole's unique approach to communicating with all animals is based on respect, deep listening, and ancient wisdom. In this compelling episode, she shares her personal journey and how she was led to work with animals and learn to communicate with them. Nicole describes her holistic approach to animal communication and provides several tips that can greatly...

In this episode, Kathleen and Andrea discuss Reiki's role in developing one's psychic and intuitive abilities. Many listeners have expressed an interest in learning more about this topic, and Kathleen and Andrea tackle it with their usual compassion and understanding, with liberal doses of humor throughout! They answer, "Does Reiki help to develop psychic abilities?", "How does Reiki work with us to become more intuitive?" "What are some helpful techniques and tips?" And m...

Welcome to 2023! Kathleen and Andrea usher in the New Year with some of their favorite guests, who graciously share their greatest spiritual lessons encountered on their personal journeys. They describe how these lessons continue to impact, enhance and enrich their time here on Earth, and provide examples so that others may benefit from their experiences. Of course, Kathleen and Andrea offer their thoughts about these illuminating revelations and, as a bonus, share their greatest spiritual lesso...

Kathleen and Andrea wrap up 2022 in style with a return visit from special guest Jodie Helm, a channel for the Archangels, whose first episode on the pod remains a fan favorite! Once again, Jodie brings messages of love from the Archangels, as they share their perspective on the lessons of 2022. Listen as they describe how each one of us has the ability to enhance our lives and accelerate the Shift as we move forward into the new year, and closer to a new way of being. A beautiful message of lo...

If you identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), Empath, Intuitive, or all of these, then this episode's for you! Kathleen and Andrea are thrilled to welcome special guest Dave Markowitz, an intuitive healing facilitator, a best-selling author, and a guide for Empaths, Sensitives, and Intuitives. Dave generously shares his extensive knowledge, liberally laced with his gentle humor, as he describes his own experiences as an Empath, and his work as a guide for all sensitive souls. He also ...

Kathleen and Andrea are thrilled to welcome special guest, Chris Ratter, a Psychic Surgeon and Trance Healer based in Edinburgh, Scotland! Chris is also the author of the best-selling book, An Exploration of Trance Mediumship . In this intriguing and fascinating episode, Chris describes the various types of mediumship, and generously shares his personal journey, including how Spirit called him to be a "psychic surgeon." And be sure to listen in as Chris discusses some of his most memorable exper...

Kathleen and Andrea welcome guest Caryn McCleskey, a self-described "dream interpretation geek" and researcher. Dreams are universal - everyone has them, even those who say they never dream! In this episode, Caryn discusses her work with interpreting clients' dreams, their meanings, and how dreams can provide insight and direction for our waking lives. Caryn helps Kathleen and Andrea decipher their most puzzling dreams and also provides practical suggestions for those interested in un...

In this spine-tingling episode, Andrea and returning special guest Jofa M. Kauffman share with Kathleen and listeners the details of their paranormal exploration adventure at Hillview Manor in Newcastle, Pennsylvania. They discuss all the spooky details of their visit, and also provide actual recorded Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVP)! These spectral voices will send a chill down your spine, so turn on ALL the lights and settle in for a fascinating journey! Check out these previous episodes featu...

Debbra Lupien, spiritual teacher, author, and Voice of the Akashic Records, joins Kathleen and Andrea for an in-depth conversation about her experiences in the halls of the Records and her deep personal connection with Archangel Metatron. Debbra's bestselling book, “Akasha Unleashed: The Missing Manual to You, ” has become a catalyst for personal transformations across the globe. In this illuminating episode, Debbra invites us all to ask the most important question: "What feeds my soul? " She ad...

Kathleen and Andrea are thrilled to welcome Eileen Day McKusick, a pioneering researcher, writer, inventor, practitioner, educator and speaker in the fields of therapeutic sound, the human biofield and electric health. In this illuminating episode, Eileen shares her personal journey from addiction to health and resilience, and describes how her groundbreaking work with tuning forks, sound therapy, and the human biofield continues to transform her life and that of countless others with whom she ...

Kathleen and Andrea invite you to get real with them as they “spill the tea” about COVID, current events (yikes!), anxiety, and their thoughts on “what the heck is going on these days anyway?” 😳 Hope you’ll join in the conversation! For more conversations with Kathleen and Andrea, check out these previous episodes: Spiritual People- Myths and Misinformation Debunked! Is Your Cup Empty? More Past Lives- We Get Personal! Kathleen's Links: https://campsite.bio/kathleenrmt Andrea's Links: https://be...

In this episode, Kathleen and Andrea welcome Louise Hamlin, author of WhatsApps from Heaven , a beautifully written book about bereavement and the many extraordinary signs from the afterlife that she received following her beloved husband's death. Louise shares her journey of grief with deep feeling, and, as a non-believer in the afterlife, describes her initial skepticism about the messages she received. No longer a skeptic, Louise explains how the experience transformed her life, and provided ...

In this episode, Andrea flies solo (Get well soon, Kathleen!) in an interview with Ron Baker, a bio-energetic therapist, and author of Bright Lights, Big Empty , a best-selling account of Ron's journey of profound awakening and transformation. Ron's journey includes channeled messages from Archangel Gabriel, quests in the Great Pyramid of Egypt and in Machu Picchu in Peru, with many other stops along the way. He shares his experiences, and offers practical guidance to help you take powerful ste...

Kathleen and Andrea dive into Season 3 with the truth about Reiki, busting misconceptions and disinformation. Join them as they set the record straight - Reiki is pure love and zero fear! For more Reiki truth and straight talk, check out these episodes: ➡️ Real Reiki for Real People ➡️ Choosing the "Right" Reiki Class ➡️ WHY So Many Types of Reiki?? Andrea's Links: https://beacons.ai/andrea_kennedy Andrea's Reiki Business Success Course: https://www.mainstreamreiki.com/reiki-business-success-cou...