Kristine Raymond is the author of sixteen novels, including the nine-book Hidden Springs series, contemporary romance novels, a cozy mystery and non fiction. She is also the host of the Word Play podcast where she has “unrehearsed, unscripted real conversations with authors.” Every winter solstice, Kristine has a ritual that involves stream of consciousness writing, bits of paper, a trash can and fire. Hear how this cathartic practice has changed over the years and the one thing that didn’t completely burn during the last solstice.

Michele Matto was running late to a board meeting for a 12 step church she created. When she arrived, Jenny, whom never met before, said “If you ever make us wait like this again, you’ll find we left when you get here!” Though Michele didn’t know it then, she just encountered a soul mate. For over two decades, Michele and Jenny learned from each. After Jenny passed, Michele learned more about the after life than she ever thought possible. So much so she had to put it all in a book: Love Interrupted: A Seeker’s Discovery of the Afterlife. Hear her talk about the meaning of a soulmate, how to find a medium you can trust, and several validations Michele received including two that involve a dog.

When Fred Magnanimi’s younger brother Danny passed after an eleven month, hard fought battle with leukemia, Fred was living in New York City, working as an investment banker and certain that he would never live in Rhode Island again or work in the family jewelry business. Hear how that all changed, learn about the meaning of the cardinal to Fred and his family, and hear how the Luca + Danni community opened Fred’s eyes to the idea that pennies are often seen as a sign from the other side. Fred also discusses the personal way Luca + Danni takes great care to honor what their pieces mean to the people who wear them. 

Got ten minutes? Host Fern Ronay's husband Howie joins the podcast once again, back by popular demand, to interview Fern about her latest book and a little bit about Gary, the squirrel living on their balcony.

Almost three years ago, Susan Cross died before receiving a life saving surgery. Susan’s long recovery changed her life in the most profound way, inspiring her book, The Power of Disruption: A Memoir of Discovery. Hear about the messages she received while surrounded by a white light, as well as the bird that visited her in the days before her trauma. Hear the five most important things Susan learned from all of this and how we can incorporate them in our own lives when any disruption, big or small, comes our way.

Danika Miller shared a photo on Twitter and said “This is one of the very few pictures I have taken with both of my parents since my brother passed away. And look who decided to show up. In the family photo, you see a light shining down as if to say, “See this perfect spot right here. That’s for me. That’s where I’m standing. I’m still with you. I’m still part of this family.” Danika discusses that story, and other signs she’s received from her brother Derek, as well as the unique grief of losing a sibling, how Danika was able to find strength during the first year after he passed, and the pros and cons of sharing on social media.

Dr. Peggy DeLong is a clinical and forensic psychologist, a public speaker and gratitude expert, creator of Peggy’s Midnight Creations, and author of I Can See Clearly Now: A Memoir About Love, Grief, and Gratitude. Dr. DeLong recounts when she lost her finacee Scott to cancer shortly after their engagement. Only six weeks later, her beloved father passed unexpectedly. Hear how she worked through her grief and the incredible sign from the other side that Scott sent her recently.

Linda Spellman is a psychic medium who came by her gift after a traumatic event. For many years, she was a successful marketing VP for a number of large corporations, when an experience changed her life. While at a treatment center, she began to “see” things. The Light of the Phoenix was born. Hear about the night that changed her life, the PTSD that followed, the blessing of having a metaphysically aware nurse while in treatment, some of her favorite readings and some that have taken unexpected turns.

Listen to this episode if: you had or are having a difficult relationship with a parent; if you have ever been or are going through a betrayal or breakup; or if you believe, or want proof, that everything happens for a reason. Maira Rayanne is the author of two memoirs, Georgia Haven and Beyond These Green Eyes, which is the topic of this episode.

Debby Kruszewski remembers being born, as well as her baptism. She incorporated this experience in her novel, Precious and Fragile Things. She also had a very close relationship with her godfather. Before he passed, he promised he would always be there for her and has come through in many ways. Through signs and symbols, he has made his presence known. Also hear about Debby's friend Nicole and her connection to the scheduling of this podcast, as well as the coincidence related to a certain song played at her wedding.

In the grip of depression after her mother passed, Valerie Gangas found Transcendental Meditation. Her first session changed her, her second session brought a visit with her mother and soon she was standing in front of Oprah Winfrey, teaching TM to Oprah and her team at Harpo Studios. Oprah even remarked, "I want what that girl has." Hear about the sign from Valerie's mother that involved Wynonna Judd and a sign involving James Taylor. Listen to her and Fern chat about making the law of attraction work for you, as well as how to gracefully, and with love, release "emotional vampires" from our lives.

When author Clare Johnston was 15 years old, her grandmother passed but not before telling Clare that she would be at her wedding. She made her presence known right before the wedding in a dream visit that inspired Johnston's second novel, From the Outside. Also discussed, Clare's frightening premonition involving an accident on a staircase, as well as another event that happened exactly as she dreamt it the night before. Clare also talks about her mother's visit from her grandmother.

Shirley Schefter is a mom, wife, grandmother, friend of the Ronay family and SUPER believer in signs! Hear how her father has come through on more than one occasion, as well as her best friend Billy, who passed on 9/11. Also discussed: going to a psychic medium you can trust and the special meaning of the number 11.

Published in 1944, Nosso Lar: Life in the Spirit World by Chico Xavier tells the story of doctor Andre Luiz and his life on the other side, and what he learned while on earth. The film based on Nosso Lar, titled Astral City: A Spiritual Journey was released in 2010. Host Fern Ronay and author Maira Rayanne discuss the movie and what stood out to them the most, including the mind's ability to heal oneself, and make one ill, as well as the idea of reincarnation, purgatory and hell.

Jenn Taylor, author, podcaster, vlogger, blogger, public speaker, and mom of 18 children, discusses being led to the love of her life, her partner Dane, by his wife who passed a few years before they met. Hear about the significance of the day they met, as well as the dimes, speaking to her aloud, and the story of the photo album, as well as another meaningful coincidence. Also discussed: healing from a difficult childhood and the importance of forgiving oneself. Also, the logistics of feeding and caring for a large family.

Actor Jerod Haynes discusses a sign he received that was clear as day and also one that led him to an old email that served as confirmation he was on the right path. Also discussed: the effects of PTSD and the benefits of therapy; how he reconciled conflicting feelings about playing a police officer and how he brought his own experiences to the role; how fatherhood can be a complicated relationship and a two-way street.

Host Fern Ronay and Ornella (aka @HairTherapy22) review Heal, the 2017 documentary by Kelly Noonan Gores that is now available on Netflix. Fern and Ornella discuss what resonated with them, including the story of Anita Moorjani, as well as one aspect of the documentary for which they are still seeking an answer.

Author Kathleen Gerard discusses her Yorkie Sicily, who was the inspiration for her novel The Thing Is. Sicily passed two months after the book was released and the signs started flooding in, culminating in an undeniable birthday message from the other side.

When Author Maira Rayanne lost a dear friend to suicide, it changed the course of her life. Hear how this friend has come through with, of all things, a deck of cards. Also hear how a trip to Oregon and a certain voice led Rayanne to the place she is now.

Psychic medium Bill Philipps discusses his new book, Signs from the Other Side. Bill also discusses his difficult childhood, how he came to view it now from a place of love, forgiveness and even gratitude, and how he ultimately discovered that he had a special gift. Also discussed: how to open your mind to receiving signs from the other side and how to recognize them when they do come through. Hear stories from Bill's new book about how spirit has sent signs in the most creative ways.