Dear Brambling Podcast

Vtubing and The Artistry of Hollow Knight with Hostess Misaki

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:32:53 GMT

I'm back! All procrastinate-y and imperfect as ever!

Today I talk with my good friend Hostess Misaki about what it's like to be a Vtuber on twitch and we talk about a game she played on her stream called Hollow Knight! Obvious spoilers for Hollow Knight in the Podcast, but if you don't care about that or already know the story of Hollow Knight, then great! Come along for this cozy conversation where we talk nerdy, but also from the heart!

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

The Game Ghosts:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheGameGhostsOfficial

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

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How to Make More Meaningful Connections with Local Bus Driver Nick

Fri, 17 May 2024 22:09:09 GMT

In this episode, I talk with my friend Nick, a local bus driver here in the city, and together we talk about how people can make more meaningful connections. We get to learn a bit more about Nick and his upbringing. We also talk a little bit about what it means to have neutral jing (an Avatar the Last Airbender term) and it's important to also take care of ourselves.

This is a fun mostly light-hearted conversation, that's also very informative. I hope you enjoy it as much as I had being in it, editing it and listening back to it!

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Nick's Instagram:

https://instagram.com/niekelaos/

Everybody's Got A Story by Amanda Marshall:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4mppx9y2f6kZP8sb2NHPdD

Podcast with Hunter:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6W0Ob4Ogtjrv0anUMXZwO4?si=7DkUELWeT82YkLt3YdJgGA

The Game Ghosts:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheGameGhostsOfficial

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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A Dancer's Perspective on Joy Part 2 with Rachel Helten

Fri, 03 May 2024 19:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Rachel and I talk about our most joyful moments as dancers. We also talk about how we can be more inclusive to people with differences, in the dance realm and we finish off our two part conversation with a rapid fire questionnaire.

I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I do! Thank you again, Rachel, for coming onto the show and bringing some joy to the podcast :)

Last episode:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OZPJpLN49Nzoz6egxUDkn?si=l03614T3S8-CwoCOGGVXMQ

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Rachel's Socials:

www.rachelhelten.com

https://www.instagram.com/rachelhelten/

Links to podcasts with Sarah Helten (Rachel's sister):

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OcL5krcG4DigWml3PtXRp?si=e3dc7533ec4f4f13

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2WMv9VXSMVynKmVoIvbQb3?si=zfWnAo9hSICbNByfg1xCsQ

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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A Dancer's Perspective on Joy Part 1 with Rachel Helten

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk with my cousin Rachel Helten! Rachel is a dance artist, choreographer, teacher, healing facilitator and mentor. In part 1 of this conversation, Rachel shares her story with us, we talk about our own experiences in dance and what gets in the way of us experiencing joy. In this conversation, Rachel and I don't shy away from the fact that joy and pain are 2 feelings that come hand in hand, and so we do talk about how dance has also hurt us both in some way.

This conversation is at the same time funny, gentle and kind. I hope you come to understand why Rachel is one of my favourite people with this podcast!

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Rachel's Socials:

www.rachelhelten.com

https://www.instagram.com/rachelhelten/

Links to podcasts with Sarah Helten (Rachel's sister):

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OcL5krcG4DigWml3PtXRp?si=e3dc7533ec4f4f13

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2WMv9VXSMVynKmVoIvbQb3?si=zfWnAo9hSICbNByfg1xCsQ

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Competitive Irish Dancer Culture (Continued) with Oona from Wmh_x_0 | My Irish Dance Story Part 4

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:00:29 GMT

Welcome back to part 2 of my conversation with Oona from wmh_x_0!

In this part of the conversation, Oona and I talk about the 6 month ban as well as some other ideas that have been looming around in my head. Oona also holds space for me while I tell my story about how I won my first and only open championships.

Again, I'm sending out my wholehearted thanks to Oona for coming onto the podcast and for this brilliant conversation. At the end of the rapid fire questionnaire, Oona's phone dies and well... we make the best of the situation. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much I as did!

If you'd like to check out the other parts of the My Irish Dance Story series, check out the links below.

Previous Episodes:

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04glNNu8U3PpRMa51lpi7c?si=29b8c0c591684071

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KapP9m1yRkKabZG1heEFf?si=83984860d30a49fe

Part 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KqLj5sfYomQCqU2Qk6cUh?si=OOC18arGQsiCSLIhVfh2ag

Part 3 Continued : https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zmK5xO4qxudMCkRNI15on?si=2ed99d35bd94439f

Part 4: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uBsqiuym83EtIEPZO8Wvu?si=cTsmVRWqSSWbaD3DSdz_Tg

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Oona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/wmh_x_0/

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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Competitive Irish Dancer Culture with Oona from Wmh_x_0 | My Irish Dance Story Part 4

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 19:00:31 GMT

Hello everyone!

Welcome to part 4 of My Irish Dance Story! Thank you so much for listening. Today I have a special guest, Oona from the Instagram page @wmh_x_0!

In this episode, Oona and I talk about our experiences in the competitive Irish dance world. We talk about a whole bunch of different topics, such as grief, self-worth and shame. We also try to focus our conversation into thinking about words and phrases that the competitive scene choose to build their culture off of and we talk about how some of those words don't fit our lived experiences.

This conversation will be a two-parter, so tune in next week for the second half of our conversation!

This was a really healing conversation for me, and I wanted to extend a wholehearted thank you to Oona for coming onto the podcast and chatting with me. It's been amazing knowing that I'm not alone in my weird, specific pain. Thank you for validating my experiences.

If you'd like to check out the other parts of the My Irish Dance Story series, check out the links below.

Previous Episodes:

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04glNNu8U3PpRMa51lpi7c?si=29b8c0c591684071

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KapP9m1yRkKabZG1heEFf?si=83984860d30a49fe

Part 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KqLj5sfYomQCqU2Qk6cUh?si=OOC18arGQsiCSLIhVfh2ag

Part 3 Continued : https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zmK5xO4qxudMCkRNI15on?si=2ed99d35bd94439f

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Oona's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/wmh_x_0/

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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Belonging To Yourself with Allan Morgan Part 2

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 19:00:01 GMT

Here's part 2 of my conversation with Allan Morgan!

In this episode, Allan and I talk more about how he got into acting and how his love for acting shaped who is is now. Towards the end of this conversation we then dive into my typical rapid fire questionnaire. I'm so grateful to have had a chance to meet Allan on the podcast and for getting the chance to hear his story.

Be warned, this conversation will have some colourful, mature language and will be talking about some traumatic things. Please take care of yourself.

Link to Part 1:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1AxFy1QGfjd9LJTfZSn3LE?si=qvRnG3_FQz2UXQ95wNPpNQ

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Allan's IMDb, an article featuring him and socials:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0604463/

https://www.createastir.ca/articles/allan-morgan-walked-the-line

https://www.instagram.com/allanjmorgan/

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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Belonging To Yourself with Allan Morgan Part 1

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 19:00:40 GMT

In this episode, I talk with three time Jesse award winning theatre, television and film actor and gay rights activist, Allan Morgan. Allan makes his podcast debut with Dear Brambling Podcast and I'm so honoured to have him! In this conversation, Allan tells us a bit about his story growing up back in Ontario. Allan also holds space for my grief while I share with him my recent traumatic story. He also delves into one of his most memorable relationships he had, the grief of loosing him the same year I was born. More importantly, however Allan and I discuss what it means to belong to yourself. After listening back to this conversation, I was trying to find a word that encapsulates our conversation, and the only word I could come up with is: beautiful.

Be warned, this conversation will have some colourful, mature language and will be talking about some traumatic things. Please take care of yourself.

I hope you enjoy the first part of this conversation as much as I did, and the next part will be coming out next week!

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Allan's IMDb and an article featuring him:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0604463/

https://www.createastir.ca/articles/allan-morgan-walked-the-line

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Standing On the Shoulders of Giants with GavCactus

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:49:09 GMT

Welcome back guys!

I'm so happy to be back and bringing you some more heartfelt conversations! Today I'll be chatting with Gavin aka GavCactus from Twitch! In this episode we talk about how tracing is an effective form of learning, how shame and the feeling of failure can really harm people in their creative process and Gavin's Twitch origin story.

This conversation is nerdy, funny, insightful, and wholesome! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. If there was anything said in this podcast, feel free to share it to someone you think might enjoy it!

Lapras Picture:

https://serebii.net/pokedex-sv/lapras/

Patreon!

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Gavin's Socials :

https://www.twitch.tv/gavcactus

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/GavCactus

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/gavcactus.bsky.social

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@gavcactus

Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/@GavCactus

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring Update 2024

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:00:06 GMT

I'm back!

Thank you everyone for your patience! I needed some time to heal and process, stockpile some interviews, and celebrate the arrival of Brambling number two!

I'm so excited to bring you some more content! I think it's my best work yet. (Hopefully) I've come to learn that this podcast has also become a hypothesis-in-action, where I'm testing the theory that connection and compassion can be one of the best cures for PTSD. I've decided to keep leaning into my trauma and reach for every hand that reaches out. Going forward, please listen to your own limits and boundaries if something gets too intense, but I do hope you continue to listen as I feel like there will be some gold hidden in these upcoming episodes!

Also! I now have a Patreon!

I'm still brainstorming ideas for what kind of content I can provide on this platform; however, I would like to find a way to generate some income for the podcast so I can continue to deliver you some content. 100% of the proceeds will be going right back into the podcast, so if you'd like to donate, have some extra money to spare and help make my dreams come true, please use the link below!

I'm excited to keep this podcast going and I'll see you next week for the next episode!

Thanks everyone!

Luc

Luc's Socials :

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

https://patreon.com/DearBramblingPodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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Body Stigma and The Media's Influence with Alexandra Fuller | My Irish Dance Story Part 3 (Continued)

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 19:31:47 GMT

In this episode, Alexandra Fuller and I continue our conversation about bodies. We dive deeper into the media's influence of body image and we also talk about how one can take care of themselves in a world like this. This is another vulnerable conversation that talks about some hard topics. Please use your limits and boundaries when listening. Take breaks when you need to.

Previous Episodes:

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04glNNu8U3PpRMa51lpi7c?si=29b8c0c591684071

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KapP9m1yRkKabZG1heEFf?si=83984860d30a49fe

Part 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KqLj5sfYomQCqU2Qk6cUh

Alexandra's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/alexandrajfuller/

https://www.thehumanspace.co/counselling

https://alexandrafuller.substack.com/

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Body Dysmorphia With Alexandra Fuller | My Irish Dance Story Part 3

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk with Alexandra Fuller. She is a former competitive Irish dancer, and now licensed counsellor. Typically, I've made the "My Irish Dance Story" as a solo series, but this topic had far too much pain around it for me to feel brave enough to go at it alone. So I reached out. After reading Alexandra's blog post called "The Skin I'm In", I knew that she was just the right person to talk to, someone who understands Irish dance and who understands feeling at war with your body. Thank you Alexandra for compassionately holding my hand while I tell my story.

Previous Episodes:

Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04glNNu8U3PpRMa51lpi7c?si=29b8c0c591684071

Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KapP9m1yRkKabZG1heEFf?si=83984860d30a49fe

Ted Lasso Scene:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQUOOGxRuQY

Alexandra's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/alexandrajfuller/

https://www.thehumanspace.co/counselling

https://alexandrafuller.substack.com/

Luc's Socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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Mountain Culture with Métis Artist Nahanni McKay

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 20:00:58 GMT

In this episode I have the privilege in talking to Nahanni McKay. She is a Métis artist living in Banff, AB. and is also an activist fighting for decolonization and emphasizing on taking back the land that she grew up in. In this conversation, she and I talk about how when we compare ourselves we tend to feel jealous and envious. We also talk about the importance of names, especially when it comes to land. I also share with her my interpretation of one of her pieces, Hole 8. I hope you enjoy this conversation! Check out Hole 8 on her website! Link below!

Nahanni's socials:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nahanster/

Website: https://www.nahannimckay.com/

Luc's socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

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Having the Courage to Start Over with Hunter Allen

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 20:00:28 GMT

In this Episode, I talk with my friend Hunter about having the courage to start over. This is one of my favourite conversations and I'm so excited to share this with you. In this podcast, I also take one of Hunter's art pieces and I give an honest interpretation. This is one of the golden moments of the podcast and I hope that you enjoy.

Luc's socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TikTok, Legacy and Men's Mental Health with Nicole Panton

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 20:18:32 GMT

*Trigger Warning: Death* To skip the story, its starts at 11:18 and ends at 13:34

Welcome to Season 2 of the Dear Brambling Podcast! Thank you for your patience waiting for the next batch of conversations! I'm so excited to bring them to you. Today I have my old high school friend, Nicole Panton! Nicole is an upcoming TikTok star showing her audience relatable content about what it's like working in construction and electrical as a former actress and dancer. I really enjoyed the conversation and I hope you do too!

Follow Nicole!

https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolepanton

https://www.instagram.com/n.x.panton/

Luc's socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Update! Season 2 is coming!

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 19:00:17 GMT

Hey everyone!

Just wanted to give an update on the podcast! Season 2 is coming! I'm excited to bring the next batch of podcasts to you! Be warned, almost every episode will have my trauma leak through from my recent incident. So use your own boundaries and limits when listening to the next few podcasts. Hope your well, and episode 1 of season 2 is will be coming out next week! Thanks for listening!

Luc's socials:

https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Cedar and Sound:

https://www.instagram.com/cedarpictureandsound/

Grezure Music:

https://www.instagram.com/grezuremusic/

HostessMisaki:

https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Hideout Productions/Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkR-ub1FB32Pkq_2G7ziLRg

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Letter to Ryan

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 06:47:55 GMT

*Trigger warning: Death*

This is a spoken word letter dedicated to my old childhood friend, Ryan Schafer, who died right in front of me last March on my 30th birthday celebration. It was a horrible accident and it never should have happened, but it did.

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Expectations and the Dangers of Disappointment | My Irish Dance Story (Solo series) Part 2

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 22:38:17 GMT

I strongly recommend listening to part 1 for some more context and understanding.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/04glNNu8U3PpRMa51lpi7c?si=29b8c0c591684071

In this episode, I talked about the dangers in disappointment and how my unmanaged expectations led to my first time wanting to kill myself. Please respect your limits and boundaries when listening to this episode and take breaks if needed. Thank you for listening

Lots of the research comes from the book Atlas of the Heart by Dr. Brené Brown.

My instagram if you want to reach out : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

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Relationships with Richard Part 2

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:16:14 GMT

In part 2 of my conversation with my friend, Richard, we talk about mentor relationships, and boundaries. I'm so grateful to have had Richard on the show as his knowledge and insights have been incredible and the flow of the conversation was so natural. I'm excited to have him back on the show!

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Relationships with Richard Part 1

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 20:22:44 GMT

On this two parter episode with my friend Richard, we talk about relationships. Richard is a student psychologist who specializes in relationships and his knowledge about the topic is immense! So grateful to have him on the podcast and I hope you enjoy the conversation!

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The King Archetype with Scott Harris

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 22:28:57 GMT

In this episode, Scott and I talk about the King Archetype.

I use some quotes from the show Dragon Prince to help us tap into our Kings, and naturally the topic of healthy masculinity came up. In essence, Scott and I discuss that a healthy man is not someone who has preset ideas and expectations to what a "man" should be. A healthy man is someone who sees them self as a man, and strives to be a better person everyday.

This episode marks the end of the long Saga of the archetypes with Scott, and I'm feeling a mixture of grief and relief. Funny how these two emotions tend to have such a close relationship. I'm so grateful to have had Scott on the show for 7 episodes in a row (I know I said 8, but towards the end, I just wanted them done). I hope that these episodes have been helpful to those who have listened.

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

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The Lover Archetype with Scott Harris Part 2

Sat, 27 May 2023 01:27:36 GMT

In this episode, Scott and I talk about the shadows of the Lover Archetype. In this conversation, we talk about a video clip that Scott saw where famous basketball player, Shaq, talked about how he "doesn't have time for [his] emotions". Now, just to be clear, I hope that it doesn't sound like we're harping on him. It was just a poignant clip that Shaq so happened to say in a video that illustrated a point of view that Scott and I have noticed a lot among men, where they are not expressing their Lover in their fullest. I'm sure that Shaq is a man with range and I agree that it's not entirely fair to judge him only on one clip. Scott and I also talk about the addicted lover shadow and how alcoholism is such a wide spread accepted form of addiction.

I found this part of the conversation to be fascinating and I hope you enjoy!

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

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The Lover Archetype with Scott Harris Part 1

Sat, 13 May 2023 04:23:31 GMT

In this episode of the 7 week Archetypal journey with Scott Harris, Scott and I talk about the Lover archetype. In this conversation, we let the lover archetypal energy take over and we talk about what's been on our hearts and mind. Towards the end, however, Scott sits in while I do a Momento Mori exercise, reading goodbye letters, as if I knew I was going to die soon. In this I get very vulnerable and I say somethings that I feel as though if I didn't say them, I'd regret it. I hope you enjoy.

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

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The Warrior Archetype with Scott Harris Part 2

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 02:06:08 GMT

In this episode, Scott Harris and I dive more into the shadows of the Warrior archetype. I get really vulnerable about my Masochist shadow and I reveal it's origin story. Please be gentle with yourself when listening to the archetype conversations, as they get deep and may bring up some things for you as well.

Shout out to Hostess Misaki for creating the new logo to the Dear Brambling Podcast!

Check out her Twitch page here : https://www.twitch.tv/hostessmisaki

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

Scott's Podcast on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/2FFNMBq15RVKBqWTts64J6

My Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

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The Warrior Archetype with Scott Harris Part 1

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:08:21 GMT

In this episode, Scott and I start to dive into the Warrior Archetype. This conversation was recorded a day after Twitch (the famous dancer from So You Think You Can Dance as well as the Ellen show) killed himself. Scott and I talk about how suicide is a function of the shadow warrior and we go so some intense places. Listener distraction is advised. Next week, Scott and I will be talking more about the different shadows of the Warrior, so stay tuned =)

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

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The Magician Archetype with Scott Harris Part 2

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:40:41 GMT

In this episode, Scott and I really get into what the Magician archetype really is. We talk about the healthy magician as well as the safety officer. We also dive deep into the shadows of the magician and we talk about how they show up for us. Most importantly we discuss ways to show our shadows love. I hope that you enjoy this episode!

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

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The Magician Archetype with Scott Harris Part 1

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 21:31:53 GMT

In this episode, I'm talking with my friend Scott Harris. We start off this episode learning a bit about Scott's story, and then we discuss more about the magician archetype.

This will be the beginning of an 8 week journey with Scott and I as we dive into the Masculine Archetypes, and I hope that you enjoy!

Scott's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsscottharris/

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Learning Your Own Way with Sam Ellington

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 20:17:46 GMT

In this episode, I talk with my roommate Sam Ellington. Sam shares their story about how our current Education system failed them to some degree and how forging their own way to learning was more impactful than any classroom did. Like I say a the beginning of the episode, this conversation reminds me of a Ted Talk I saw featuring Inclusion researcher Shelley Moore. (Link down below)

I hope you listen to this conversation with an open heart and open mind.

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/definitely_sam_ellington/

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Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Shelley Moore's Youtube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@FiveMooreMinutes

Shelley Moore's Ted Talk : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGptAXTV7m0&t=786s

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I Hate Awards Ceremonies | My Irish Dance Story (Solo series) Part 1

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:02:41 GMT

In this episode, I dive into my first solo series unpacking my story as a former competitive Irish dancer. In this episode, I tell you about how I got so attached to Irish dance, some of my harmful belief systems, why I started to unpack my Irish dance traumas, and why the awards ceremonies at major competitions were so rough on me. Like I say at the beginning of the podcast, I'm telling my story to help heal myself. To give language and to validate any emotions or experiences that someone may go through when in a highly competitive sport, like Irish dance. I'm leading with connection, compassion and bravery when telling my story. I steer away from names, and I try to focus on my experience.

My goal to make an episode every week for the next 3 to 4 weeks breaking down specific emotional experiences I went through, however, because a solo series does take a lot of work, I may not be able to get it all done in time. There may be a few weeks where I throw in a meaningful conversation instead.

Sources mentioned in this podcast:

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

https://www.amazon.ca/Atlas-Heart-Meaningful-Connection-Experience/dp/0399592555

Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates the Soul by Stuart Brown

https://www.amazon.ca/Play-Shapes-Brain-Imagination-Invigorates/dp/1583333789#:~:text=Stuart%20Brown%2C%20M.D.%20is%20a,of%20play%20in%20our%20lives.

Self-Compassion Can Reduce the Sting of Sexual Problems ( Self-compassion part, not the sexual problems part ) Co-authored with Richard Rigby, MA, and Jessica Ferreria, MA.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/after-commitment/202104/self-compassion-can-reduce-the-sting-sexual-problems

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Chrysalism

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 20:00:15 GMT

Chrysalism is a very important word to me. In this spoken word, I tell the story of it's significance to me.

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Religious Diversity with Amber Benoit

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk with Brambling's Mom, Amber Benoit! This conversation is probably one of the most special conversations I've ever had. In this episode, Amber and I talk about religious diversity, what it means to have faith, how to respect other people's religious beliefs and what to do when things might get heated in a conversation. I hope that you value this conversation as much as I do.

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Deaf Identity and Art with Kelsie Grazier

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 09:49:45 GMT

In this episode, I talk with another cousin of mine, Kelsie Grazier! She tells us her story about growing up with hearing loss, to eventually becoming completely deaf. We talk about inclusion and how she tells her story through her art. So honoured to have Kelsie on the podcast. At the end of the podcast, I ask the question, what sounds would you miss the most if you were to suddenly lose your hearing? Please let me know in the comments of the Instagram post to this podcast! I'd love to hear from you!

Youtube link to podcast : https://youtu.be/ngAViSvxMdI

Kelsie's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kelsiegrazier/

Kelsie's Website : http://www.kelsiegrazier.com/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Shelley Moore's Youtube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@FiveMooreMinutes

Music in ad :

♪ Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)

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Courage and Bravery with Sarah Helten Part 2

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:39:51 GMT

Part 2 of my conversation with my cousin Sarah Helten! In this part of the conversation we dig into some more brave moments we both had to go through, we talk about grief, sadness, and compassion. If there is any part of the conversation where you feel like you need to pause, no one is blaming or shaming you for listening to yourself. At the end of the conversation, I ask Sarah what's the first thing she does when presented with something that makes her feel scared, and I wanted to also ask you, listener, what you do as well. Go to my Instagram @lucatronasauru_rex and find the post to this podcast, and in the comments let me know what you do! I'd love to hear from you!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhel10/

Sarah's Websites: bodyandmindpower.com & https://www.uartexpressions.com/

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Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Music and vocal lessons : https://www.sonamusic.ca/

Music in ad :

♪ Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)

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Courage and Bravery with Sarah Helten Part 1

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 19:33:59 GMT

Today I'm talking with my cousin Sarah Helten. Sarah and I are going to be talking about what it means to be courageous and brave in the real way, and we talk about what can get in the way of being courageous and brave. We also talk a bit about her story and how she she's herself as a Rainbow Bridge. I do hope that you enjoy and stay tuned for next week where we'll complete this conversation!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhel10/

Sarah's Websites: bodyandmindpower.com & https://www.uartexpressions.com/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Music and vocal lessons : https://www.sonamusic.ca/

Music in ad :

♪ Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)

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My Hooded Friend Named Grief

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 17:00:44 GMT

After my Grandma passed away in April of 2022, I experienced grief on a whole new level. This poem was inspired and driven my the wise words of my counsellor who told me "to give [my]self permission to surrender" to the grief. There was so much pain that I leaned into, but I'm actually so grateful that I did.

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Identity with Manoji Gamaralalage Part 2

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 20:00:46 GMT

In this episode with Manoji, we dive into how language is one of the most important parts when talking about identity. We talk about how names contribute a large part to who we are, code switching and the importance of properly labeling and naming things. I also reveal a part of my identity that I haven't officially revealed yet. It was a real pleasure having Manoji on the show, and I hope to have her back soon!

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucatronasaurus_rex/

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/manojitharaka/

Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Music and vocal lessons : https://www.sonamusic.ca/

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Identity with Manoji Gamaralalage Part 1

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 20:00:32 GMT

In this episode, I talk with Manoji Gamaralalage and together we dive into the topic of identity. The first part of this episode is Manoji and I catching up, but then the second part of this conversation we talk about how belonging is a function of identity. This conversation is split into 2 parts. Stay tuned for the second part coming up, where we really dig into identity even more.

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Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/manojitharaka/

Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Music and vocal lessons : https://www.sonamusic.ca/

Music in ad :

♪ Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)

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Music and Life with Brenden Benoit

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:00:38 GMT

In this episode I talk with my brother, Brenden Benoit, Brambling's dad! We talk about Brenden's music filled life, the importance of music, how it can be a positive influence in someone's life, and what it's like being a music teacher. If you'd like to inquire about any music lesson's with either Brenden or I, you can do so at www.sonamusic.ca

I really hope you enjoy this episode!

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Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/lucatronasaurusrex

Music and vocal lessons : https://www.sonamusic.ca/

Music to ad:

♪ Biscuit (Prod. by Lukrembo)

Link : https://youtu.be/EtZ2m2Zm3vY

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Addiction with Megan Largy

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 06:02:00 GMT

What happens when two life long friends, former competitive Irish dancers, and people with big compassionate hearts come together? A conversation that sounds a lot like this. Megan Largy is a Harm Reduction worker on the DTES, as well as a certified Irish dance teacher (TCRG). Today we talk about addiction. This content might be triggering for some listeners, listener discretion is advised.

Link to the Dancing With the Devil Documentary: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy4Kg0J0TkearxiMrCsHih5xJzttUe8JC

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Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/meglargy/

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Introduction - What is a Brambling?

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:30:13 GMT

Welcome and thank you for coming to the Dear Brambling Podcast! I appreciate you taking a moment to click on this link! This episode I tell you the story of how the Dear Brambling podcast came to be, and what exactly is a Brambling. I also take a moment to tell you a bit about myself and why I decided to share these conversations with you. I hope you enjoy and I hope that you'll stick around! Thanks again, Luc.

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Sonder

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 19:33:15 GMT

I wrote this poem during the 2020 pandemic. Reflecting upon all the pain and suffering that happened during that time, and how so many people were so angry. Incredulously, I asked myself "Why don't people want to be kinder to each other?"

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