Series 5, Episode 1: An exciting Celebrity Dream Lab kicks off the new series
Release Date: 11/28/2024
Series 7, Episode 4: HELP! My Teeth Are Falling Out…What Do Scary Teeth Dreams Mean?
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In this fun episode Laura is joined by co-host Rina Malin to investigate this age-old dream of our teeth falling out and what it might mean. Laura discusses her own childhood trauma around breaking a front tooth and going to the dentist and they look at whether this prevalent dream – or should that be nightmare? – is linked with old fears, anxieties and stresses. Is it linked with the psychological impact of impending life changes and transformations? They discuss Freudian and Kleinian psychodynamic theories about elimination and the annihilation of Self. As a drill starts up in the...
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Series 7, Episode 3: The Social Dreaming Network: Are we all part of a dreaming matrix?
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In this episode Laura meets Franca Fubini, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and an organizational consultant, to discuss the history of social dreaming. How the methodology was developed by Gordon Lawrence in the 1980’s, while working at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations in London, UK, and its significance in accessing the unconscious for the understanding of societal issues. Laura and Franca delve into the social dreaming matrix, where a collective of people come together to transform the thinking of the dream by sharing dreams, finding links, connections and discovering new...
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Series 7, Episode 2: Dreams from Nazi Germany: The Hidden Voices of Totalitarianism
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Laura and Rina interview documentary film maker, Amanda Rubin, about her forthcoming film The Third Reich of Dreams. The film explores the psychological impact of totalitarianism through the lens of dreams collected by journalist Charlotte Beradt during the rise of the Nazi regime in 1930’s Germany. Amanda Rubin discusses her rediscovery of Beradt’s work and the themes present in the dreams, including loss of self, conformity, the hidden voices of totalitarianism and the complex relationship between oppressors and the oppressed. Rubin has republished Charlotte’s book of the...
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Series 7, Episode 1: Dream Hacking 101 – Check Out Our Fav Dream Hacks!
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Welcome back everyone! In this first episode of the new series, Laura and her co-host, Rina Malin, delve into the fascinating world of dream hacking, exploring various techniques to analyze and enhance dream experiences. They discuss their own favourite approaches especially the importance of sensory exploration, using what they call the waking dream technique, pioneered by the DRI. They show how you can use the same style of interpretation when working with your own dreams, offering some grat hacks to do this. They chat about the transformative power of dreams, and the benefits of engaging...
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Series 6, Episode 10: Your Questions Answered. Series Wrap Up.
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In this last episode of series 6 Laura is joined again by DRI Director David Billington who pops on board to tackle some of your questions in the traditional end of series Q & A wrap up. In this conversation, Laura and Dave explore the complexities of dreams, discussing why some dreams are intricate while others are simple. They also delve into the significance of getting down and dirty in dreams involving earth and soil, relating it to personal growth and manifestation. The third question touches on the differences between dreams and visions, emphasizing the continuum of consciousness and...
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Series 6, Episode 9: Pre-Cog Dreams, Minority Report and Musician Gary Lachman
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In this conversation, Laura and Rina delve into the intriguing world of pre-cognitive dreams with Gary Lachman, an author and expert in consciousness and dreams. They explore the nature of pre-cognitive dreams, share personal experiences, and discuss the complexities of time perception. Gary shares insights from his extensive research and personal dream journals, revealing how dreams can sometimes predict future events, often in subtle and everyday contexts. The discussion also touches on the differences between pre-cognitive experiences and deja vu, emphasizing the importance of recording...
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Series 6, Episode 8: Charlie Morley & Power of Lucid Dreaming for Trauma & Therapy + Great Lucid Dreaming Tips
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PLUS!! Are you a magic investor interested in helping develop the next level of lucid dreaming and PTSD research? PLEASE LISTEN IN! In this enlightening episode, Laura is joined by co-host Maria Nazdravan to delve into the transformative power of lucid dreaming as a therapeutic tool for PTSD. They interview leading expert, Charlie Morley, who shares his insights and experiences after working with military veterans and trauma survivors on a project for Californian based IONS – Institute of Noetic Sciences. Discover how lucid dreaming can help alleviate nightmares and improve waking...
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Series 6, Episode 7: Treasure Hunting for Love in Our Dreams - Can We Find True love?
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Laura and Rina discuss the significance of dreams as a treasure trove of insights and self-discovery with American dream guide, Dr. Katherine Bell. Dr. Bell shares her journey from being an astrophysicist to a dream coach, highlighting the transformative power of dreams in shaping our reality and emotional well-being and she reveals her own love journey through her dream life. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing both the positive and negative aspects of dreams, suggesting that even nightmares can reveal valuable truths about ourselves. The discussion explores how dreams can guide us...
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Series 6, Episode 6: Children’s Dreams – What should we make of them?
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In this enlightening episode, we delve into the fascinating world of children's dreams with child psychotherapist & lecturer, Shaun Goodwin. Discover the profound impact dreams have on child development, the difference between night terrors and nightmares, and how parents can support their children through these experiences. Shaun shares insightful anecdotes and practical advice, making this a must-listen for parents and educators alike. Join us as we explore the mysterious and meaningful role of dreams in shaping young minds. *** Shaun Goodwin is a UKCP registered integrative...
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Series 6, Episode 5: Divine Dreaming – Being With The Dream Gods On A Dream Retreat
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Laura and Maria discuss what happened on the recent DRI Dream retreat to the ancient dream healing site of Epidavros in Greece. We join them while they are there, enjoying the sights and sounds of this powerful ancient complex dedicated to Asklepios, the God of Healing and go down into the Abaton with them. As part of the 4 day retreat the retreatants also visit the ancient city of Corinth, much still standing, and then enjoy the powerful temple dedicated to the secretive Eleusinian mysteries at Elefsina near Athens. We hear Laura and Maria reflect while there on how...
info_outlineIn this first episode of the new series, Laura welcomes TV presenter and psychotherapist Melinda Messenger on board for the first ever Celebrity Dream Lab and then announces some surprise news. Melinda is joining the team as a co-host.
Melinda and Laura tease they can get out their dreamcatchers now Dave is no longer on board though they know he’s lurking onshore as the podcast’s executive producer.
They discuss Melinda's journey into the wellness community after she had a significant dream and her life-long passion for recording her dreams. The conversation explores the somatic healing power of dreams and how dreams live in the body. Laura shares how a recent transatlantic cruise on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 continued in her dreamlife because she flew home from New York rather than coming back to the UK on board the liner, and how the psyche and body felt something was missing.
The hosts discuss the significance of dream symbols, and Melinda shares a personal dream as part of the Dream Lab about a beautiful castle and jewels. They explore how this reflects her journey into psychotherapy. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of dreams in guiding personal growth and transformation.
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Recorded on Riverside.fm by Dave and Laura
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