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Circle This

Good Mess Media
Connection
Community
Vulnerability
Loneliness Epidemic
Healing
Community Building
Creativity
Circles
Motherhood
Mental Health
Self-Love
Spirituality
Circling
Storytelling
Grief
Mind-Body Connection
Authenticity
Self-Discovery
Love
Meditation

CIRCLE THIS, The Anti-Small Talk Podcast. Deep, playful, and intimate conversations shedding light on how to create magic and meaning in our everyday lives. Andrea Bendewald invites her circle of friends which include innovators, authors, entrepreneurs, healers, and artists, to share their stories and practices for building and nurturing authentic relationships. These discussions, like circles, ar... more

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Dre witnessed Ava Delaney's birth. Twenty-five years later, she sat in Ava's women's circle and found herself learning from the young woman she had watched grow up.

This week, Dre and Em welcome singer-songwriter, actress, and circle keeper Ava Del... more

We're bringing The WECAN Podcast to Circle This to share a special conversation with our friend Stephanie Ferrario—this time, with Dre and Em on the other side of the microphone.

Dre and Stephanie Ferrario met in Dre's online circles during the pan... more

What changes when we stop trying to be the most impressive person in the room and start taking care of the room itself?

Broadway director, educator, and producer Marc Tumminelli joins Dre and Em for a deeply moving conversation about creativity, co... more

After taking August off, Dre and Em are back and ready for the newness of a new cycle of the school year to begin.

In this welcome-back episode, they catch up on wedding-planning chaos, experiments in intentional living, and the practices that help... more

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Ava Delaney
Singer-songwriter, actress, and circle keeper
Episode: Art as Medicine: Creativity, Connection & the Wisdom Between Generations with Ava Delaney
Stephanie Ferrario
Founder/leader of WECAN, podcast collaborator
WECAN
Episode: The Ripple Effect of a Circle: Friendship, Connection & WECAN Podcast
Marc Tumminelli
New York Theater Director, founder of Broadway Workshop and Broadway Events
Broadway Workshop / Broadway Events
Episode: Take Care of the Room: The Best Leadership Begins with Belonging, with Marc Tumminelli
Julia Gabor
Co-founder of Kid Grit, educator and advocate for evidence-based professional development
Kid Grit
Episode: The Life You Were Built For with Julia Gabor
Rosa Blasi
Actress and licensed therapist specializing in grief, addiction, and anxiety
Independent practitioner
Episode: The Courage to Trust Yourself with Rosa Blasi
Davide De Pierro
Guest, lawyer, author, poet, philosopher, comedian, and public voice on love and relationships
Independent/Author
Episode: Demystifying Modern Men with Davide De Pierro
Jim Curtis
transformational coach, wellness leader, author
Jim Curtis, Hypno-Coaching
Episode: The Power of Possibility: Healing the Stories That Shape Us with Jim Curtis
Lyndon Barber
LAPD Officer, POWER Program lead with Beyond Us & Them
Beyond Us & Them / POWER Program
Episode: What Happens When Cops Sit In A Circle? With LAPD Officer Lyndon Barber
Olivia Bareham
Death midwife, inner faith minister, founder of Sacred Crossings
Sacred Crossings, Institute for Conscious Death and Dying
Episode: What the Dying Teach Us About Living with Olivia Bareham

Hosts

Andrea Bendewald
Host of Circle This
Emily Kratter
Executive producer and host on Circle This

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Delightful affirmations

    As a Circle facilitator for over three decades also, I am an affirmed and inspired by Dre and Em. Bringing circles in this way to the mainstream, Gives me that extra boost or nudge to keep doing what I’m doing. Naturally, we all look toward California as a trailblazer, at least I do being from California originally, I know that they are just way cool. So in my book, if they are doing circles with celebrities and regular people, what I’m doing with women over 55 in my community and have been doin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marilyn (Ri)
    United States6 months ago
  • Thank you!

    It is such a joy to listen to Dre guide us through these episodes. I love her authenticity and the space she creates and invites us into. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uta O
    United States8 months ago
  • obsessed

    so much wisdom and magic and life pouring out of these episodes. I hope they continue to bring on super cool creatives and visionaries that help us navigate these intense times on earth. Pave the way forward!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mamiluvv
    United States9 months ago
  • Always what my heart needs

    It doesn’t matter which episode I am listening to, it could even be a topic I am not familiar with or do not know she is talking to before I start listening, whatever it may be, I always find something. A quote, a positive affirmation for myself, a pat on the back, or a balm for my soul at that time. Dre is truly authentic and she is like that pal that you can always count on to be there to listen to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoriGlorioso
    United Statesa year ago
  • I’m Biased, but hear me out!

    Circle This is the kind of podcast that feels like a good book - curl up with a cup of tea on your sofa and just click “play”. The host (my sister Andrea), and Emily have a dynamic that feels effortless — like you’re sitting with friends who aren’t afraid to talk about real life - the messy parts, the funny parts, and everything in between. Every time I listen it leaves me with something to think about and inspired to reflect a little more on my own life. Highly recommend. 🎧✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mason Bendewald
    United Statesa year ago

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Celebrates vulnerability and real connections, appealing to seekers of community.
High-quality guests with practical takeaways for daily life.
Warm, authentic conversations that feel like joining a circle.

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Art as Medicine: Creativity, Connection & the Wisdom Between Generations with Ava Delaney
Q: Do you have any practices to bring you back to center?
Delaney recommends noticing where the body meets a chair or where the hands touch the body, using gravity as a grounding sensation, and taking an intentional shower or putting water on the forehead to clear the mind and settle the body.
Art as Medicine: Creativity, Connection & the Wisdom Between Generations with Ava Delaney
Q: Why do you think we're in a loneliness epidemic when there's so much beauty? And can you share a story about a time when you felt lonely?
Delaney connects loneliness with disconnection from oneself, nature, and others. She says solitude can feel loving when she is connected to nature, while being among people can still feel lonely when caught up in self-conscious thoughts.
The Courage to Trust Yourself with Rosa Blasi
Q: What lights you up and crack your heart open in the moment?
Rosa describes accountability and the impact of working with addiction and recovery, revealing that meaningful progress comes from staying connected to what matters and embracing authentic, imperfect action.
The Life You Were Built For with Julia Gabor
Q: What's lighting you up today or what's breaking your heart open?
Julia describes the immediacy of the moment and her excitement about the work with kids and teachers, underscoring how current energy and purpose fuel their ongoing collaboration.
Demystifying Modern Men with Davide De Pierro
Q: What do you think men need in relationships or in a partnership?
To feel seen, heard, and held in a way that supports their sense of worth, while also being challenged and appreciated for their efforts.

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What is Circle This about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Circle This features intimate, in-depth conversations focused on authentic connection, mindful living, and practical circle-based practices to combat loneliness. Guests range from educators and therapists to artists, filmmakers, and activists, often discussing personal growth, relationships, healing, and community-building. Noteworthy is the emphasis on applying circle listening and vulnerability to everyday life, with a warm, collaborative dynamic between two hosts who model authentic dialogue and practical takeaways for listeners seeking deeper connection.

The show stands out for its blend of personal storytelling, evidence-informed approaches, and a welcoming community vibe that positions circle practices as a remedy for isolation in mod... more

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Recent guests on Circle This include:

1. Ava Delaney
2. Stephanie Ferrario
3. Marc Tumminelli
4. Julia Gabor
5. Rosa Blasi
6. Davide De Pierro
7. Jim Curtis
8. Lyndon Barber

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