A podcast for readers, listeners and writers of true life stories and memoir lovers.
Your host, Vig Gleeson, the author of Speak #TRUTH Lies — a deeply personal memoir of Healing from her estranged relationship with her father — lifts the veil on journaling — as therapy on the page — by embracing literary tools to release your stories into the world and break the spell of shame.
A life-writing mentor, developmental editor and publisher, Vig invites listeners (especially women) to share their life stories, because our stories matter, especially yours!
More about Vig on www.viggleeson.com
In this episode, Vig sits down with Dee Ryan, a Castleconnell native running to become the first directly elected Mayor of Limerick.
Dee shares the journey that ignited her political ambitions, rooted in her experiences as a business owner during the recession and her tenure as the CEO of Limerick Chamber. She highlights the critical issues she aims to tackle, including housing, infrastructure, and community revitalization. Dee reflects on her deep connections to Castleconnell, recalling fond memories and emphasizing the village's vibrant community spirit. Vig and Dee discuss the importance of engaging youth, supporting local businesses, and enhancing the safety and liveliness of village streets. Dee's passion and commitment to Limerick shine through as she outlines her vision for a more dynamic and inclusive city, making this an inspiring listen for all supporters and residents of Limerick.
Transcript: https://viggleeson.com/dee-ryan-for-mayor-of-limerick/
Reach out to me via Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/viggleeson/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VigGleeso/), or website (https://viggleeson.com/).
To sign up for my newsletter, the Circular, click here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
You will find the first three chapters of my memoir by clicking here (https://mailchi.mp/0bb5a617387f/3freechapters).
If you like this episode, please share it with your friends and give me a 5 ⭐️ review. The more people, we reach, the more stories we share. The more we share, the more we grow.
Click here to Buy my memoir (https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/%E2%81%A0)
Love & Light
Vig 🧡
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8 Mar 2024
Ep 5. International Women’s Day and the Yes, Yes Vote
In this episode, I talk about the Irish Care and Family Referendum held on International Women’s Day 2024. The meaning of Mother’s Day and the celebration of female empowerment. This episode is dedicated to the former Prime Minister of Norway, Gro Harlem Brundtland and my grandmother, who believed “The only way out of poverty is to have fewer children”.
My research sources for this episode are on my website here (https://viggleeson.com/womens-day-2024/)
Download the Review and Renew workbook here. (https://mailchi.mp/ad0e8f76b09f/vigs-review-renew-workbook-q1-2024) It's like a recipe for life.
Sharing our stories has a healing power, and I want to hear YOUR story.
Reach out to me via Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/viggleeson/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VigGleeso/), or website (https://viggleeson.com/).
To sign up for my newsletter, the Circular, click here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
You will find the first three chapters of my memoir by clicking here (https://mailchi.mp/0bb5a617387f/3freechapters).
If you like this episode, please share it with your friends and give me a 5 ⭐️ review. The more people, we reach, the more stories we share. The more we share, the more we heal.
Click here to Buy my memoir (https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/%E2%81%A0)
Love & Light
Vig 🧡
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31 Jan 2024
Ep 4. Review & Renew
In the first podcast of 2024, I reveal my method for Reviewing the past to Renew for the future. It's like a recipe for life.
Download the workbook for this episode here. (https://mailchi.mp/ad0e8f76b09f/vigs-review-renew-workbook-q1-2024)
Sharing our stories has a healing power, and I want to hear YOUR story.
Reach out to me via Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/viggleeson/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VigGleeso/), or website (https://viggleeson.com/).
To sign up for my newsletter, the Circular, click here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
You will find the first three chapters of my memoir by clicking here (https://mailchi.mp/0bb5a617387f/3freechapters).
If you like this episode, please share it with your friends and give me a 5 ⭐️ review. The more people who listen, the more stories we share. The more we share, the more we heal.
Click here to Buy my memoir (https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/)
Love & Light
Vig 🧡
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8 Dec 2023
Bonus Episode : Chapter 1 Arrival
In this bonus episode, I talk a little about recording my memoir as an audiobook and then I read the first chapter for you.
Sharing our stories has a healing power, and I want to hear YOUR story.
Reach out to me via Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/viggleeson/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VigGleeso/), or website (https://viggleeson.com/).
To sign up for my newsletter, the Circular, click here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
You will find the first three chapters of my memoir by clicking here (https://mailchi.mp/0bb5a617387f/3freechapters).
If you like this episode, please share it with your friends and give me a 5 ⭐️ review. The more people who listen, the more stories we share. The more we share, the more we heal.
Click here to https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/ (https://viggleeson.com/buy-the-book/)
Love & Light
Vig xo
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27 Nov 2023
Ep 3. Unraveling My Truth
In this episode, I respond to your request and wonderful feedback. Thank you for letting me know what you want to hear. I am truly grateful.
So today I delve into the essence of my memoir, ‘Speak #TRUTH Lies’.
I reflect on the emotional turmoil caused by my father's passing, and the impact of family estrangement and childhood trauma on my self-esteem and sense of worth.
It is hard to love oneself when the evidence that we are not loved by a parent is stacked high against us.
I always feared my father and knew I needed to confront my past to overcome this fear.
Going deeper, I delve into the topic of writing the memoir, my personal struggles, and the battle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
Sharing our stories has a healing power, and I want to hear YOUR story.
Reach out to me via Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/viggleeson/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/VigGleeso/), or website (https://viggleeson.com/).
To sign up for my newsletter, the Circular, click here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
You will find the first three chapters of my memoir by clicking here (https://mailchi.mp/0bb5a617387f/3freechapters). And, if you like this episode, please share it with your friends and give me a 5 ⭐️ review. The more people who listen, the more stories we share. The more we share, the more we heal.
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14 Nov 2023
Ep 2 Edward Scissorhands A Trauma Theory
In today's episode of the Life and Memoir Circle, I tell the story of how a small childhood trauma impacted much of my life until I figured out where the "trauma" came from.
You can read the Edward Scissorhands A Trauma Theory story (https://viggleeson.com/trauma-theory/) on my website - see the photos and learn more about how this story morphed from a draft to the story you hear today.
To get in touch, sign up from my email Circular here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular). I would love to hear YOUR story.
Click here to order a signed copy of my memoir, Speak #TRUTH Lies. (https://us3.list-manage.com/survey?u=13d140070b590fbbf224665c1&id=2df24c5154&attribution=false)
Love and Light
Vig xo
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10 Nov 2023
Ep 1. Why Launch an Author Podcast?
In the first episode of the Life and Memoir Circle Podcast, Vig gives listeners 4 reasons to launch a writers' and readers' podcast. Who knew a podcast could cure dyslexia?
You can find Gaye's podcast here (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2j3ovgkxo0DAqTbUp6nsx7).
Read Vig's Author of the Month interview with Usha here (https://bit.ly/authorofthmonth).
This episode is dedicated to every email Circular subscriber. You are invited to sign up for free here (https://bit.ly/EmailCircular).
Vig speaks about her special (and unusual) reasons for joining NaNoWriMo and getting working on her next memoir. She mentioned Rachael Herron, find out more here (https://youtu.be/ob2wNxaD4zs?feature=shared).
To purchase Vig's memoir, Speak #TRUTH Lies click here (https://bit.ly/478JwLV)
For more about Vig, visit her website (https://viggleeson.com)
If you want to join Vig on air please get in touch.
I hope you enjoy the podcast, share it with friends and give it 5 ⭐️
Stay in the Circle and Write On!
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