Seeking Wonder is a show about creativity and intuition. What’s unique about the format is that host Dani Fankhauser, writer and meditation teacher, releases a piece of mystical fiction each season, and then interviews expert guests (artists, healers, spiritual teachers, academics, entertainers) to explore what’s real: the intersection of imagination and reality. This podcast is for creatives, the woo-curious, and anyone who wants to tap into their intuition to experience the magic of real l ...
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What would change if everyone knew animals have souls, just like we do? This week we explore beyond our domestic pets and learn about the unique approach to animal welfare at Viva Rescue, a 501(3)(c) nonprofit. Maya Benperlas, cofounder of Viva, shares the origin of the animal sanctuary, her background with equine-assisted therapy and horse rescues…
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Searching for a lost pet is up there among the most stressful and emotional situations a pet parent can face. If you take away one thing from this week’s episode, let it be that this doesn’t have to be the end. In this roundtable episode, we talk to three individuals who have intuitively connected with their pets in vastly different ways: through a…
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Dogs come into our lives at the right time, and for a reason. The true extent of that karmic bond might be more than we currently comprehend. The practical uses of animal communication include finding lost pets, learning a rescue dog’s backstory, context for trauma healing, and perhaps a way to deal with household pests (!), but on a more spiritual…
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Dani shares about receiving a difficult diagnosis this week for her 14-year old chihuahua, Bambi. She re-listens to an excerpt from the earlier interview with animal communicator and reiki practitioner, Olivia LaBarre, about how to prepare both your animal companion and yourself for loss. This is a great episode to bookmark so you can come back to …
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If you're considering adopting and want to connect with your soul-doggie, this episode is for you! Becoming a dog's "person" is a big responsibility. Living with a dog absolutely soothes the nervous system and provides all kinds of other benefits. In this solo episode, Dani shares how she connected with her senior chihuahua, Bambi. Dani Fankhauser …
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Dani shares about how she’s used the tools of animal communication (learned through hosting this podcast) to help her senior chihuahua Bambi with separation anxiety, and how it’s helped her address her own emotional triggers, too. Mentioned in the episode: ✔️ Interview with Jamie Wozny: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kMoIIR0TA5QQycETA1JPU?si=g3J…
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Believe it or not, you’re already communicating with your pet. Every animal communicator I’ve met emphasizes that this is a skill everyone has, and can develop with practice. It might help to compare it to a language, but instead of just words, the elements include images, physical sensations, and emotions. This episode gives a peek behind-the-scen…
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Thinking of starting a podcast and not sure what to call it? This episode is for you! Dani shares why she is changing the title, mid-season, and gives a few hints as to where the podcast will go after we complete the current season “Spirit Doggies” on intuitive animal communication.
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How to Telepathically Communicate With Your Dog w/ Olivia LaBarre, animal reiki practitioner
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“This is a thing?!” Sometimes, just knowing animal communication is possible is incentive enough to book a session for your pet. The reasons people seek out an animal communicator fall on a wide spectrum, and the information that comes through is even more wild and curious: relationship tips, pregnancy prophecies, and more. Our guest, Olivia LaBarr…
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Dani shares her evolving thoughts and perspective on reincarnation, and how our animals fit into the mix. What about you? I love nerding out about this. DM me on Instagram @danifankhauser or email me: hello@danifankhauser.com. Stay tuned for next week’s episode for a deeper dive into pet loss and transitions. Are these interviews making you excited…
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If your first thought was that animal communication doesn't exactly sound science-based, you wouldn't be alone. This week's guest combined her drive for a purposeful career with her academic roots to become a pioneer in the field of animal communication research. She set aside her own initial doubts and put on her researcher hat to find out. This i…
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Dani shares a minisode on the format and release schedule of the show, the impact and messages coming in already since launch, and tips on choosing an animal communicator to work with you and your pet. Please leave a rating and review! Get Dani’s intuition guide: https//www.danifankhauser.com/intuition-guide and send your questions and comments abo…
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Dogs are souls. Anyone who's had a dog soulmate knows this! But do dogs have a soul purpose? Can we know what it is? It turns out, your dog's soul purpose may be more relevant to you than you think! They may have dropped into your life specifically so you can help each other grow. This is just one part of the wisdom our dogs have to share with us. …
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If you've been following this podcast for awhile, you might remember season 1, an exploration of religion and intimacy that was a companion to my memoir, Shameless. Now I'm back with season 2! Spirit Doggies explores the spiritual connection between dogs and humans, featuring interviews with animal communicators and more. I'm releasing these episod…
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Laurie is a relationship coach, founder of The Worthy One, and author of Love At First Click. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Jamie DeWolf is creator and host of Oakland's underground variety show, Tourette's Without Regrets. Buy host Dani Fankhauser's book Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Laura is creator and curator of No Shame Movement, a platform for discussing purity culture. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Asha Dahya is a filmmaker and former evangelical working on a docuseries about abortion. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Christina Weber is creator of Underground Unattached, a curated dating experience. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Tina is a Ph.D. therapist and author of Sex, God, and the Conservative Church: Erasing Shame from Sexual Intimacy. Buy host Dani Fankhauser's book Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Alex is founder of Dame Products, which makes Eva, the world’s first truly wearable vibrator. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Bromleigh is a pastor and author of Good Christian Sex: Why Chastity Isn't the Only Option-And Other Things the Bible Says About Sex. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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Amy is founder of wildflowersex.com, a sexual wellness store. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/
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True Love No Shame is a podcast about recovering from Christian purity culture. Listen to the introduction to learn why host Dani Fankhauser created this podcast. Buy Shameless on Amazon!! https://www.amazon.com/Shameless-Story-Overcoming-Purity-Culture/dp/B0C6W5K5DV/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0
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