7. Nicole Carson | Healing Through Working with Mediums After the Loss of Loved Ones
In The Blink Podcast
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to connect with a loved one who’s passed—or how that experience could transform your healing journey? In Episode 7 of In the Blink Podcast, Meagan sits down with Nicole Carson and Audra Brem to explore their deeply personal and emotional experiences with a medium. From grief and trauma to unexpected peace and growth, their stories offer powerful insights into life, loss, and the messages that can come through when you open your heart. Tune in to hear how one phone call changed everything. “Have an open mind to other people who have done that...
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6. Meagan's View 3 Years Later, Non Profit Launch
In The Blink Podcast
Join us for a powerful new episode of In the Blank as we reconnect after a three-year pause with a deeply personal conversation about resilience, grief, healing, and purpose. In this heartfelt episode, our host opens up about the life-altering accident that changed everything, her journey through trauma, and the inspiration behind launching a nonprofit to provide prosthetic eyes for those in need. From navigating single motherhood to rediscovering love and building a new life, this episode is a testament to the strength it takes to start again. Tune in for raw honesty, meaningful insights, and...
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5. Katie Doble | Investigating the Challenges and Clarity that Comes from a Terminal Diagnosis
In The Blink Podcast
If you’re looking for a conversation full of resilience, humor, and hope, don’t miss the latest episode of In the Blink featuring Katie Doble. Katie shares her extraordinary journey through personal loss, a stage-four cancer diagnosis, and life-changing treatments — all with incredible honesty and warmth. Her story is packed with life lessons about navigating adversity, finding strength in community, and embracing every moment. Listen in and be inspired! “Own the narrative and take control. There's so much right now you can't control, and so figure out what you can and work on...
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4. Buck Latta | Exploring a Renewed Sense of Purpose After Loss of Arm
In The Blink Podcast
If you've ever faced life-altering loss or unexpected challenges, this powerful podcast episode is a must-listen. It’s a heartfelt, raw, and at times surprisingly humorous conversation about resilience, perspective, and the unexpected gifts that can emerge from even the darkest moments. With stories of physical and emotional recovery, finding joy after tragedy, and the importance of a strong support system, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and hopeful. Listen in—you won’t want to miss it. “Buy a helmet and run right at life, don't let it stop you. You're going...
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3. Jennifer MacNiven | Healing Through Plant Medicines and Self-Discovery
In The Blink Podcast
Jennifer MacNiven shares her transformative journey from a career in physical therapy to a path of self-healing and discovery. She opens up about overcoming PTSD, anxiety, and depression through alternative therapies, including plant medicines, yoga, and travel. With experiences spanning 32 countries and 49 states, Jennifer discusses the importance of self-love, feminine energy, and holistic healing. She also introduces her book, Mind, Body, Soul Mate, which explores personal growth and relationships. “My yoga teacher training, especially in myofascial yin yoga, deepened my understanding of...
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2. Ray Caruso | Navigating Loss and Finding Healing Through Music and Ritual
In The Blink Podcast
Hi, I’m Meagan Oberle, host of In the Blink. In this episode, I talk with Ray Caruso about the tragic loss of his son, Gavin, in a hiking accident. Ray shares his journey through grief, the support he received, and how he’s finding healing through music and community. "I think this life is bigger than any one person or any one thing. And even though I'm not spiritual and I don't believe in an afterlife, there's still something I believe in the universe." — Ray Caruso Key Topics: The Accident & Its Impact Gavin and his girlfriend, Courtney, were caught in a thunderstorm...
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1. Finding Strength in Loss: My Journey Through Grief and Resilience
In The Blink Podcast
In this deeply personal episode of In the Blink, I open up about my late husband Bob’s battle with COVID-19, his hospitalization, and the heartbreaking moments that followed. I share how I navigated the emotional toll, including my struggles with PTSD, and how the love and support from friends and family carried me through. I also reveal the life-changing accident that led to the loss of my left eye and how these profound experiences have shaped my journey toward healing and advocacy. Through this podcast, I hope to honor Bob’s legacy, help others in their own grief, and provide support to...
info_outlineJoin us for a powerful new episode of In the Blank as we reconnect after a three-year pause with a deeply personal conversation about resilience, grief, healing, and purpose. In this heartfelt episode, our host opens up about the life-altering accident that changed everything, her journey through trauma, and the inspiration behind launching a nonprofit to provide prosthetic eyes for those in need. From navigating single motherhood to rediscovering love and building a new life, this episode is a testament to the strength it takes to start again. Tune in for raw honesty, meaningful insights, and a story that reminds us we’re never alone in our struggles.
“This journey actually and founding this nonprofit, working on a website, telling my story, has actually been extremely healing. So just going through this process has really helped. All the things I did back in the beginning”
Key Takeaways:
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Importance of Personalized Learning: The episode emphasizes that education should not be one-size-fits-all. There is a strong call to recognize students' diverse learning styles, needs, and contexts to design more meaningful and effective learning experiences.
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Teacher Agency and Autonomy: Empowering teachers to adapt and personalize learning experiences is a recurring theme. When teachers have the autonomy to make decisions, they can better address the unique needs of their students.
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Learner-Centered Classrooms: The discussion highlights a shift toward placing students at the center of the learning process. This involves encouraging student voice, choice, and ownership of learning, which can lead to more engagement and deeper understanding.
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Challenges of Standardization: The conversation critiques standardized curricula and assessments, suggesting they often limit creativity and responsiveness in teaching. Flexibility and adaptability are presented as better alternatives.
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Importance of Reflective Practice: Teachers are encouraged to engage in continuous reflection to improve their practice. This includes questioning what is working, what isn’t, and how to better support student learning.
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Community and Collaboration: Building a supportive learning community is seen as vital. This includes collaboration among educators, as well as partnerships with students and families, to create environments where everyone can thrive.
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