Wild Souls
Welcome to the Wild Souls podcast. I’m your host, Cat Mansfield. Together, we will return to our wild instincts; reconnect to our body, to our connection to something greater, to the Truth of our divinity + infinite potential. We are here to have the raw conversations about all aspects of this human experience- the incredibly painful and the unbelievably pleasurable - the dark and the light, the death and the rebirth. This podcast is about holding space for the whole spectrum of human experience as we navigate each of our unique + divine healing journeys and step deeper into our soul’s call...
79. Living Fearlessly: A Conversation That Could Change Your Life w/ Rhonda Britten
This week on Wild Souls, I'm joined by the legendary Rhonda Britten — Emmy Award-winner, repeat Oprah guest, and founder of the Fearless Living Institute. As the first life coach ever seen on television, Rhonda has spent decades transforming lives by helping people break free from the often-invisible grip of fear.
In this deeply inspiring and honest conversation, Rhonda shares the pivotal moment that changed her life forever — and ultimately set her on the path to helping others do the same. Please note: parts of Rhonda’s story are emotionally intense and include explicit content — I encourag...
78. Awakening the Sacred: Ritual, Elements, and the Temple Within w/ Marko Petrovic
Today’s guest is someone who truly walks the path of ancient remembrance.
Marko Petrovic is a guide, storyteller, modern-day mystic, and two-time bestselling author of Soul Path and Embrace of the Elements whose work bridges ancient wisdom with modern living. Leading soul-stirring expeditions to Earth’s most sacred corners through his work with the MARA Project, his journey has taken him across the world.
In this conversation, we explore what it means to truly attune to the sacred — not just in temples or power sites, but within the body itself. Marko shares how his mother...
77. Intuition as Alchemy: Turning Past Lives Into Present Power w/ Elizabeth Makepeace
Welcome back to another episode of Wild Souls 🫶🏼
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Elizabeth Makepeace, a guide for women on the path of self-discovery and spiritual empowerment. Elizabeth’s journey is one of both mystery and mission. She grew up feeling separate from the world around her—and yet deeply connected to something greater. That quiet knowing became the thread that would later lead her into a full spiritual awakening, and ultimately into her gifts as an intuitive, energy worker, and communicator with beings across realms.
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76. Psychology Meets Spirit: Healing Ourselves to Heal the World w/ Phyllis Leavitt
In this episode of Wild Souls, I’m joined by the wise and deeply insightful Phyllis Leavitt—a seasoned psychotherapist, author, and visionary voice in the field of emotional and spiritual healing. With over three decades of experience working with individuals, couples, children, and families, Phyllis has spent her life exploring the intersection of trauma, dysfunction, healing, and the soul’s capacity to transform.
We explore themes from her newest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis, and talk about how individual and collective healing are intric...
75. Awakening the Priestess Archetype to Align With Abundance W/ Jenn Whitaker
Jennifer Whitaker is a Feminine Business Coach who teaches female entrepreneurs how to build multiple 6-figure businesses with feminine and nature-based strategies.
She spent 20+ years growing multi-million dollar environmental and animal organizations. Following burnout, she sought a more spiritual path to thriving financially. She became a certified spiritual director and coach and formally studied the Divine Feminine for three years. This led her to create her revolutionary methodology where she weaves traditional business strategies with the Wheel of the Year—the main ingredient that has helped her clients create wild success while honoring their feminine energy.
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74. Aligning With Your Soul Purpose w/ Alexa Darrin
Today I spoke with Alexa Darrin. She is a spiritual coach, psychic medium, and clarity catalyst for women who are ready to clear the energetic clutter and align with their life purpose.
Through intuitive coaching, energetic healing and alignment, and Akashic Record insights, She helps ambitious, multi-passionate women gain crystal-clear clarity on their soul purpose, empowering them to create profitable, soul-aligned businesses that light them up.
Today we dive into all things intuition - how to tune into your inner knowing to align with your unique soul purpose. There are so many juicy tidbits in...
73. Harness Your Specific Human Design To Live With Less Resistance w/ Ahram Arya
Ahram Arya is a Human Design Coach and expert who helps high performers and teams unlock their potential and achieve extraordinary breakthroughs.
With a foundation in Human Design and two decades of experience in business as a creative director, storyteller, and industrial designer for brands like Nike - Ahram merges alternative methods with practical strategies to foster personal growth. His unique approach to spirituality and leadership empowers people to navigate life with clarity, purpose, and resilience.
Together, we dive into the origins of Human Design + the 4 different energy types that categorize the entire population. We...
72. Grief As a Portal For Transformation w/ Angela Clement
This week I'm sitting down with Angela Clement. She is a former school principal, a speaker, writer, energy healer, intuitive and the creator and host of the Awaken Your Soul’s Journey Podcast and Summit Series on grief.
When her husband, Blaine, was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer in January 2021, and transitioned in October 2021, she was thrust into the portal of grief.
She has since hosted four online summits interviewing over 100 experts in grief and presently hosts a weekly podcast. Her new book, Awakening Through Grief is filled with practical advice, spiritual guidance, hope, and...
71. Awaken Your Spiritual Gifts w/ Andrea Ramirez
Andrea is a profound healer. She is a passionate hypnotherapist, spiritual coach, and channeler dedicated to helping people overcome challenges and embrace personal growth. With a wealth of expertise in hypnotherapy, intuitive channeling, and energy work, Andrea is here to support your journey of transformation with compassion + tailored guidance.
Today we dive into all things spiritual gifts. We talk about the power of the subconscious mind and implementing a practice of spiritual hygiene; filtering the media, content, and energies we expose ourselves to.
This conversation will empower you to uncover your unique spiritual g...
70. How to Access Your Most Authentic Voice w/ Foster Wilson
Today I spoke with Foster Wilson; Foster Wilson is a poet, author, and postpartum doula whose work bridges creativity, care, and connection. As an award-winning independent filmmaker, she brings a cinematic and soulful perspective to her creations. Her debut poetry collection, Afternoon Abundance: Poetry for Wild Souls, explores identity, spirituality, and the transformative journey of motherhood. As a doula, she supports new families through life's most profound transitions, blending empathy with advocacy.
Together, we dive into the art of surrender as a vehicle to accessing our most authentic self + how to tune into our inner guidance to n...
69. How to Embody The Frequency of Wealth w/ Alara Sage
Alara Sage, known as The Oracle of Wealth™, guides visionary leaders and entrepreneurs to transform their energetic blocks into breakthrough wealth by bridging ancient wisdom with business strategy. Her own journey from six-figure success to total loss and profound rebirth uniquely positions her to guide leaders who are ready to merge their spiritual gifts with business mastery.
In todays episode, Alara & I dive into all things money energetics. We discuss how to not only identify & unlearn limiting beliefs within our relationship to money but how to embody the true frequency of wealth.
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68. Life Update & Podcast Rebrand
I dive into the energetics of the Holidays + moving into 2025, what is being asked of me to be bigger + step into a more authentic version of Self.
I discuss all things REBRAND + what inspired me to change the name of the Podcast.
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67. Embracing Feminine Wisdom & Building Self-Worth w/ Amy Lenius
After years of navigating chronic illness and endometriosis, Amy Lenius began to question conventional medicine, and embrace a truly holistic approach; focusing on the interconnectedness of all systems: mind, body, soul.
In our conversation, we dive into all aspects of the feminine and how we can harness it's natural cycles to create more flow & harmony in our lives. Amy shares insights from her powerful holistic healing journey & tools to create an unwavering self belief and, ultimately, self worth.
There are so many juicy tidbits in this conversation. Enjoy!
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66. Conscious Connection & Elevating Your Partnerships w/ Dr. Robin Buckley
Imagine treating your relationship like a thriving business with co-founders dedicated to success. This mindset shift can lead to enduring connections, turning relationship challenges into opportunities for growth. In this episode, Dr. Robin explains the foundations of cognitive behavioral methodology & how to utilize the prefrontal cortex to 1) choose the most aligned partner, and 2) create a healthy, longterm relationship with that partner.
Join us as Dr. Robin Buckley, an esteemed expert in cognitive behavioral methodologies & executive coaching, reveals practical techniques to manage thoughts & emotions effectively. Whether you're single or partnered, this episode is for you.
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65. Empowering Transformation: Embracing Imperfection & Authentic Confidence w/ Dom Clifton
Dominiece Clifton is a fire starter on a mission to ignite a spark in 1,000 women entrepreneurs! As a spiritual business coach, she empowers women to turn their purpose and passions into profits by starting mission-driven businesses. Also the founder of Move And Still, she supports organizations by offering stress reduction and mindfulness services to increase well-being.
We explore the intricate dance between vulnerability + perfectionism, shedding light on how opening up about our struggles can facilitate genuine connections & spur personal growth. Dom offers profound insights in reorienting around "failure" + relinquishing control; as we unravel these themes, we underscore...
64. Heart-Centered Abundance & Self-Discovery w/ JJ DiGeronimo
This week I sat down with JJ DiGeronimo - author of her latest book : Seeking : 74 Key Findings to Raise Your Energy, Sidestep Your Self Doubt, and Align With Your Life's Work. With her candid stories, JJ encourages us all to listen to our inner whispers & shine brightly, fostering personal growth + empowerment.
In this episode we explore practical strategies to elevate your energy, raise your frequency, and transform your reality even amidst familiar settings that challenge your personal ascension. By shifting from head-centered to heart-centered living, find out how to transforms challenges into soul-evolving opportunities.
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63. Navigating Modern Spirituality & Authentic Living w/ Jenna Smith
Jenna Smith joins us to share her extraordinary journey from feeling out of place to becoming a beacon of transformation through the Re-Sourcing Method. Her story of resilience, from overcoming a traumatic car accident and a fibromyalgia diagnosis to finding healing through Reiki and indigenous medicine, offers a powerful testament to the human spirit's capacity for recovery + growth.
We navigate the concept of reality hacking, as Jenna enlightens us on the transformative power of ontological coaching. By shifting perspectives and challenging limiting beliefs, we learn how to embrace our roles as co-creators of our realities. Jenna's insights...
62. From High Fashion to High Frequency: Leaning Into Your Feminine & Healing Ancestral Wounds w/ Heceliza Perez
After years of climbing the corporate ladder in New York's fashion and advertising industries, Heceliza found herself yearning for something more meaningful. Her journey of transformation led her across the globe, ultimately embracing energy healing and serial entrepreneurship.
Heceliza shares her fascinating transition into a realm of intuition, creativity, and emodied groundedness - aka the feminine - culminating in co-founding a retreat center in Costa Rica. Prepare to be inspired by her story of stepping away from societal expectations and into a life aligned with her true purpose.
This episode offers insight into how we...
61. Embodied Pleasure: Pleasure Practice, Sex Magic, & Manifestation w/ Jenn Wodtke
Today, I am sharing my conversation with Jenn Wodtke - a seasoned orgasm & pleasure coach. We dive into the transformative power of pleasure by, first, redefining our understanding of pleasure, and then, moving beyond its conventional sexual context to a broader life-enhancing experience. What if pleasure were available in every single moment - no matter what emotion we may be experiencing in that given moment.
Jen discusses her own personal exploration challenging societal norms that prioritize sacrifice over self-indulgence and invites you to discover how embracing pleasure can lead to personal growth & empowerment.
We then...
60. Unlocking Transformation From the Inside Out & The Power of EFT w/ Sophia Torrini
Today I am joined by Sophia Torrini, a certified clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) practitioner who shares her incredible journey from life threatening illness to complete recovery + creating a life dedicated to healing + empowering others.
Join us for a riveting conversation as we dive into exactly HOW meditation & EFT can help release emotional blockages, transform limiting beliefs, and foster profound personal growth.
We explore the synergy between EFT + the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza, illustrating how integrating these practices can lead to emotional alchemy + the recognition of limiting beliefs + patterns. Learn how to alter brainwave f...
59. Rewiring the Mind: How to Feel More Vibrant + Alive Today w/ Catherine Duncan
Catherine Duncan, a remarkable integrative spiritual consultant & the author of "Everyday Awakening," joins us to share her transformative insights into living a vibrant life. Catherine illuminates her journey of moving beyond the mind's constraints, offering wisdom on embracing the present moment through mindfulness + introspection. As we navigate the beauty + hurdles of self-awareness, Catherine reveals how anchoring ourselves in the now can help alleviate unnecessary mental suffering, allowing us to truly feel alive.
Listeners will gain a profound understanding of the power of emotional awareness + mindfulness in managing anxiety & rewiring the brain. This episode empowers you to transform...
58. From Warrior to High Priestess: Transformation & Plant Medicine w/ Susannah Rose Stokes
Join me in this inspiring episode of Holistic Hotties as we welcome Susanna Stokes, a former Marine Corps officer who shares her incredible journey of transformation- from Warrior to High Priestess. From her roots on a blueberry farm in Georgia to her profound spiritual awakening after two combat tours in Afghanistan, Susanna's story is a testament to the power of resilience and personal growth.
In a captivating discussion, we explore how Susanna's childhood + sense of duty shaped her path, leading to significant career choices like joining the Marine Corps. Susanna takes us through the stages of her...
57. Unlocking Desire: The Transformative Power of Sexual Fantasies w/ Artemisia de Vine
What if your deepest sexual fantasies hold the key to a more profound self-discovery? This week on Holistic Hotties, we're joined by the captivating Artemisia de Vine, a certified somatic sexologist + former professional dominatrix, as she unveils the transformative power of sexual fantasies.
Artemisia takes us on a journey illustrating how these fantasies serve as a gateway to understanding our deepest psychological + spiritual needs. Through her unique theory, we explore how embodying our fantasies can lead to greater self-awareness & fulfillment.
The conversation takes an intriguing turn as we explore the symbolic nature of fantasies & how...
56. Embracing the Ever-Present Now: Zen, Meditation, + Emotional Fulfillment w/ David Rynick
Can understanding the chaotic nature of the mind lead to a more peaceful existence? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with David Rynick, an esteemed Zen teacher with deep knowledge of both Korean Rinzai + Japanese Soto traditions. We'll explore the nuanced differences between Zen & mindfulness, shedding light on how Zen rituals and practices operate without a fixed belief system. David offers profound insights on managing the "monkey mind" during meditation, highlighting that the journey isn't about erasing thoughts but embracing their presence as part of our human experience.
David and I delve into the essence of acknowledging...
55. Exploring the Mystical Path: Science, Meditation, and Spiritual Awakenings w/ Crystal Cassidy
What happens when a scientist ventures into the mystical realms of spirituality? This week, we welcome Crystal Cassidy, CEO and founder of SoulPod, who shares her remarkable journey from biochemistry and cancer research to becoming a spiritual guide. At just 12 years old, martial arts introduced Crystal to meditation, igniting a lifelong passion that eventually led to a transformative kundalini awakening. Her story bridges the empirical and the mystical, offering a unique perspective on integrating scientific rigor with spiritual enlightenment.
We delve into deeper themes of surrender, spiritual support, and the evolution of consciousness. Crystal recounts her near-death...
54. Choosing the Most Conscious Love: Redefining "Love" Through the Lens of ENM with Lauren Hayes
Today is a special day...It's the first guest interview on Holistic Hotties!
Today we have on Lauren Hayes - she is relationship coach specializing in supporting ethically non-monogamous (ENM) couples, including swingers and the ENM-curious.
In this episode, we dive into SO much more than ENM. We discuss how to start becoming conscious of programs + wounding within ourselves that are playing out within our relationships & how to ultimately utilize compassionate inquiry to choose a more evolved, expanded, & sovereign love.
We talk about the foundations of any healthy relationship - monogamous or non-monogamous...
Rewriting Love: Challenging Monogamy + Choosing Sovereign Partnership
Ever wondered if the fairy tales we grew up with set us up for unrealistic expectations about love? Reflecting on my recent engagement, I dive into how Disney movies and boomer generation influences have shaped our perceptions of monogamy and romantic relationships. I share my personal journey of questioning these norms, especially during my transformative time in Santa Cruz. Here, I encountered ethical non-monogamy and began to see its potential to redefine love. Tune in to explore the inherent restrictions in monogamous relationships and the importance of choosing authentic partnerships that foster mutual growth and support.
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53. Rewriting Love: Challenging Monogamy + Choosing Sovereign Partnership
Ever wondered if the fairy tales we grew up with set us up for unrealistic expectations about love? Reflecting on my recent engagement, I dive into how Disney movies and boomer generation influences have shaped our perceptions of monogamy and romantic relationships. I share my personal journey of questioning these norms, especially during my transformative time in Santa Cruz. Here, I encountered ethical non-monogamy and began to see its potential to redefine love. Tune in to explore the inherent restrictions in monogamous relationships and the importance of choosing authentic partnerships that foster mutual growth and support.
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52. How To Let Your Purpose Find You
"What is my purpose?" It's something we all, at one point, have asked ourselves. For those of us in a transition - from 20's to 30's, for example - wondering what our purpose is can feel like a looming and anxiety inducing endeavor. In this episode, I talk about how we can let our purpose find us. I break down how we can start to tune more into our internal authority so that we can, in turn, move towards what passion our purpose is trying to move through.
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51. How To Build Your Trust Muscle With the Universe
Our trust muscle, like any other muscle in our body's, takes time to build - to strengthen. In this episode, I talk about how to start slowly building your trust muscle. The universe wants to support you. The universe wants to give you everything you want. Building your trust muscle is about truly feeling - truly knowing - that in your body SO THAT you have the courage to choose a different behavior, a different belief, and thus, a different frequency to create from.
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50. The Trajectory Of Healing
I recently experienced an episode of somatic hijacking - this is when an old wound (that we may have thought was healed) resurfaces with an intensity of somatic disregulation that we may have not felt in years. I talk why this happens to us on the healing journey, how we can begin to process, and how to truly begin to heal these wounds ; in our minds through mental rewiring / reprogramming AND in our bodies through somatic & emotional releasing. Enjoy
49. Disengage From Your Identity to Step Into Your Authentic Self
In this episode, I talk all about identity. What it is and more importantly, how to disengage from identifying with your identity. Our identity is the framework for everything we create in our lives; everything we create is in an attempt to maintain our sense of Self - and thus, our sense of safety. In this episode, I talk about how to start noticing what parts of your identity you are attached to and how to slowly unlatch, question, let go, and all for the most Authentic version of Self to come to the surface.
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48. Cat + Nathan: On Living Life to the Fullest
In this episode we begin by reading an excerpt from a deeply transformative book "The Daily Stoic". From there, we dive into a conversation about how to cultivate a full body presence in every moment so that, no matter how long our life is, we are living it the very fullest.
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47. 5 Lessons I Learned From My Dad's Life & Death
I just returned from Toronto where I spent the weekend celebrating my Dad's life. Surrounded by his friends, family, neighbors, and classmates, I got glimpses into seasons of my Dad's life before he was a Dad. In reflecting on this weekend, the anecdotes, and ultimately, his life, I am sharing 5 lessons I've learned from my dad in his life and in his death. Hope 1 or all 5 resonate with you.
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46. The Subtle Art of Letting Go
In this episode, I get real about what I've going through. The grief & everything that comes with that - this episode feels a little more like a narrated journal entry to me. Anywho, while in this grief portal, I've been feeling extremely disoriented - like I'm inside a fun house and I can't find my way out. If you've ever felt like you had clarity - on what you wanted to do with your life, on what your "plan" is, etc - but then all of sudden that clarity is gone and everything you once "knew" has dissolved...this...
45. Cat + Nathan : Breaking Down "The One"
In this episode, Nathan and I talk about how we knew each other were "the one" - how we knew this was something different. We talk about each of our journey's to collide with each other + our perspectives on "the one". This conversation is a little window into our love story - I hope it can be insightful + expansive for you listening.
44. Deepen Intimacy in Your Relationships With 5 Tools To Consciously Communicate
In this episode, I walk through 5 tools to consciously communicate. Conscious communication is a way of communicating that doesn’t ignite the ego's defense mechanisms and, instead, creates a portal for deeper understanding + intimacy in relationship (any relationship). We dive deeper into what conscious communication is, it's overall purpose, and 5 tools to start practicing it in your relationships.
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43. How to Embrace Sensuality to Live Embodied Sexually
In this episode I talk about how to utilize sensuality - deriving knowledge + pleasure from our senses - to eventually step into an embodied sexuality. Our sexual nature as human beings is quite dynamic - for most of us there is a lot of shame programming around our sexuality. In this episode, I offer insights + tools to begin unlearning this shame programming & begin to live a life full of pleasure so that our sexual nature is free, revered, and cherished.
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42. How to Choose Transformation Within a Grief Portal
In this episode, I talk about grief - what it is and how to use a grief portal to transform. Grief is a complex + difficult portal AND there are so many gifts + opportunities within this portal for us to learn + grow from. I talk about some of the ways grief is manifesting in my life since my dad passed and how I'm consistently learning how to reorient around grief to embody more grace + compassion.
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41. We're Back! Life Update + Current Struggles
I'm so excited to be back!! In this episode, I talk about what's been going on over the last 10-11 months and some of the things I'm currently struggling with + tools I'm utilizing right now. I'm so excited to be creating this podcast again and everything this season will offer!
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