

The Deep Talk Podcast
Madison Brandt
Through solo and guest episodes with neighbors, friends, and experts, The Deep Talk explores the vital relationship we have to ourselves, others, and the world around us. These episodes are true "deep talks," leading with a real, raw, and authentic approach, with the goal to help you feel seen and inspired to live a life that goes deeper. Topics range from self-development and healing to dating, relationships, and more. Let's join together every Monday to connect, learn and grow, and embrace the real and messy human experience — together. Hosted by Madison Brandt.
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Dec 26, 2022 • 48min
Attachment styles & identifying your core needs with Sadaf Siddiqi
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Sadaf Siddiqi — psychotherapist, consultant in private practice, and the human behind Being, a digital mental health brand created to normalize emotions that we all experience. In today's episode, we chat all about relationships. In this episode, we'll talk about: Understanding and living accordingly to your core needs and values What to look for in a healthy partner AND red flags to look out for How to spot an emotionally unavailable person in early dating Attachment styles + how to create secure relationships Advice for those who are single and looking for relationships AND SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madison.brandt CONNECT WITH SADAF SIDDIQI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.being Sadaf's website: https://www.sadafsiddiqi.com/

Dec 19, 2022 • 31min
Living in authenticity, truth & integrity
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! Today we are talking about why living a life that isn't REAL and aligned with yourself can't be sustainable...and how living in truth will change the way you feel about yourself and your life. This is where self-worth and trust comes from. In this episode, we chat about: Why lying to ourself can't heal us How our bodies know the truth even if we avoid it Why morphing ourselves for acceptance can't last — only being real can What is integrity & how can we live a life of it? Representing your values, standards & boundaries in your externals — having your interal world match your external and SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com Want to work with me? Schedule a FREE 15-minute coaching consultation call: https://calendly.com/madisonbrandt/15-minute-coaching-consultation

Dec 12, 2022 • 45min
Recovering from people pleasing & perfectionism with Amanda White
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda White — therapist, author & speaker and owner of Therapy for Women. She helps women set boundaries, change their drinking habits & create a life they love. In this episode, we'll talk about: Amanda's path to sobriety and recovering from an eating disorder — and what she learned along the way Amanda's journey with recovering from people pleasing, codependency and perfectionism Why our brains can't predict what will make us happy How to remove the fear of the "wrong" decision and go with our gut Amanda's best tips for your first time going to therapy AND SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madison.brandt CONNECT WITH AMANDA WHITE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapyforwomen/ Amanda's personal website: https://amandaewhite.com Amanda's business site: https://therapyforwomencenter.com

Nov 28, 2022 • 56min
Facing your inner knowing with Dr. Jeremy Goldberg
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jeremy Goldberg — writer, speaker, spoken word poet, coach, behavioral scientist & the founder of Long Distance Love Bombs. This conversation brings a lighthearted, yet deep and very knowledgable approach to finding what you're meant for in life — and not being afraid of the journey. In this episode, we'll talk about: Dr. Jeremy Goldberg's path of going from being a research scientist to his business, Long Distance Love Bombs Facing your fears to create a life you LOVE Practicing intuition as a skill and trusting your heart whispers The importance of trust + faith in the winding path of life and in what your heart is being called to The importance of meditation + stillness to tap into your inner voice AND SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@madison.brandt CONNECT WITH DR. JEREMY GOLDBERG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longdistancelovebombs/?hl=en Website: https://www.longdistancelovebombs.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-distance-love-bombs-podcast/id1438349939

Nov 14, 2022 • 39min
Rewire your brain for happiness with Dr. Shauna Shapiro
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Shauna Shapiro — bestselling author, clinical psychologist and expert in mindfulness + self-compassion. Today, we chat about how we can create a life we LOVE by creating thought + action patterns that support us. Ready to change your life?! It's possible. In this episode, we'll talk about: The power of mindfulness Why we practice negativity + how we can shift the way we think to create a pattern of joy The science and benefits of self-compassion Neuroplasticity and how what we practice grows stronger Mindfulness + self-compassion practices we can use to rewire the brain ...and so much more! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: @wellnessmads Tik Tok: @madison.brandt Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ CONNECT WITH DR. SHAUNA SHAPIRO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshaunashapiro/ Website: https://drshaunashapiro.com

Nov 7, 2022 • 20min
Letting yourself receive love and ending the cycle of over-giving
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! Today we are talking about letting love in and how we can stop making it only our responsiblity to deal with conflict or responsibility in relationships. In this episode, we talk about: Why you deserve to receive love and not only give it Before you look inwards... make sure you're strong in your self worth and your partner/friendship is a GOOD one Why it isn't always you — it can be THEM How to start trusting others to do their part for you Embracing the vulnerability of receiving love and allowing an equal partnership and SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ Want to work with me? Schedule a FREE 15-minute coaching consultation call: https://calendly.com/madisonbrandt/15-minute-coaching-consultation

Oct 31, 2022 • 46min
Overcoming doubt and pursuing your dreams with Shelby Leigh
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Shelby Leigh full-time writer, poetry editor and marketing strategist for writers. She is a bestselling poet who writes about mental health, self love, healing, and more in her 2 collections, 'it starts like this' and ‘changing with the tides' (plus, a 3rd collection coming Jan 2023)! In this episode, we'll talk about: How Shelby started her writing journey, leading to where she is today Pursuing a creative career (and how you can, too) Overcoming doubt, fear, anxiety & imposter syndrome when sharing your work More about Shelby's work & her poetry collections Letting yourself be seen — from self-expression to sharing online ...and, a special poem read to you by Shelby! ...and so much more! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: @wellnessmads Tik Tok: @madison.brandt Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ CONNECT WITH ELISE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbyleighpoetry Website: www.shelbyleigh.co Podcast: Small Steps to Self Love

Oct 17, 2022 • 45min
Becoming self-aware and living a life of alignment with Katerina Eleftheriou
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Katerina Eleftheriou! She's a writer, podcaster, content creator & has her own business incorporating all of this and MORE. You may have seen some of her awesome content on Tik Tok where she shares a lot on self-awareness, relationships, and building a great relationship with yourself. In this episode, we'll talk about: How Katerina started her journey as a writer & digital creator Ways to become more self-aware (and what comes AFTER self-awareness) Is resistance a sign you should stop or move past your fears? Ending patterns and cycles and creating new ones that serve you What it means to live a life of alignment and how we can start End the cycle of people pleasing by allowing yourself to receive ...and so much more! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ CONNECT WITH KATERINA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kat.eleftheriou Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kat.eleftheriou Website: https://www.katerinaeleftheriou.com

Oct 3, 2022 • 48min
Dating for women from a male perspective with men's coach Elise Micheals
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! In this episode, I’m joined by Elise Micheals — mindset & mental health coach for men. You may have been a part of the beginning of her journey on LinkedIn, or seen her on Instagram or Tik Tok today where she shares content for men's mental health & dating and relationships. In this episode, we'll talk about: How men work + love for women to understand Why men struggle with expressing their emotions & how we as women can connect on a deeper level with men Why if we are attracted to emotional unavailability we may be emotionally unavailable too Stop accepting the bare minimum, breadcrumbs & behavior that is less than what you deserve Attachment styles and why women are typically anxious and men are avoidant Communicating better with your partner to get your needs met ...and so much more! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: @wellnessmads Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ CONNECT WITH ELISE Instagram: https://instagram.com/elisemicheals_ Website: www.elisemicheals.com

Sep 26, 2022 • 30min
Boundaries, self-worth & why it's not your job to make people happy
Welcome back to The Deep Talk! Today we are talking about BOUNDARIES. It's time to place our own self-worth back into our hands and stop living life people pleasing. It's time to start stating our needs and living in the truth of who we are. In this episode, we talk about: What boundaries are and how to make them Internal/external boundaries Why people pleasing is a backhanded way of getting our needs met — and how to fix that My story with breaking my own boundaries and why I don't live that life anymore How self-worth + boundaries intertwine Why boundaries aren't for an OUTCOME but to live your truth How to deal with ruptured boundaries or lashback and SO MUCH MORE! If you liked this episode, share on your IG story and tag me @wellnessmads. I’d love to hear what you learned! And, don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss a future episode, and leave a review so I can reach more listeners just like you who are looking to connect deeper with themselves, cultivate authentic relationships, align their careers to their passions and overall, build a big, beautiful life. CONNECT WITH MADISON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmads/ Website: https://madisonbrandt.com/ Want to work with me? Schedule a FREE 15-minute coaching consultation call: https://calendly.com/madisonbrandt/15-minute-coaching-consultation


