The Drop the Needle Podcast

Ep. 34 - Part 1 - John St. Augustine | From Near-Death to New Beginnings

In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes John St. Augustine, a multifaceted personality and survivor of multiple near-death experiences. John, a veteran Ted Talk speaker, Chicago radio legend, and Oprah Winfrey Radio Network host, shares the transformative journey of his life. From growing up on the northwest side of Chicago, enduring a traumatic accident that nearly claimed his life, to receiving life-changing nudges that led him to unexpected paths, John's story unfolds with riveting detail. 
This episode's Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ds7dAeMa7jty13zPSE2Uc?si=8fbab3273f664c51
For more about John, visit
www.auroramediaproductions.com and www.lulubooks.com
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Ep. 33 - Ellen Rogin | Journey Through Finance and Spirituality

In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, Jim Alstott welcomes New York Times bestselling author Ellen Rogin, who combines decades of financial experience with her unique ability to intuitively connect with the energy of money. Ellen shares her journey from traditional CFP work to financial intuitiveness and how she assists people worldwide in unlocking prosperity through 'messages from money'. She discusses her humorous and transformative experiences, internal resistance, and the support she's encountered. Ellen also offers insights into improving one's relationship with money, overcoming money blocks, and the importance of trust and intuition in financial decision-making. 
This episode's Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yFWffgEDLVBFisTLHi9md?si=5f8b5086bb2a42b5
Ellen Rogin, CPA, CFP® is a money expert, financial intuitive,  New York Times best-selling author of Picture Your Prosperity, and author of Messages from Money: How to Stress Less, Prosper More, and Reshape Your Relationship with Money. Through her “Messages from Money” consultations, Ellen connects with the energy of money and delivers messages that help her clients achieve happier, more abundant lives. Ellen is also a sought-after speaker on the art of prosperity, and her work has been featured on CNBC, ABC, NPR, TIME, and Oprah Magazine. As a CPA, CFP®, Ellen worked as a traditional financial advisor for over 25 years before selling her successful wealth management firm.
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Ep. 32 - Julie Grant | Spiritual Awakening and Healing

In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott interviews intuitive healer Julie Grant, who shares her transformative journey into spiritual healing that began with a profound Reiki session in 2007. Julie discusses her awakening experience, the importance of energy protection, and the role of intention in healing practices. She also explains shamanic journeying and how it can facilitate personal growth and healing. Throughout the conversation, Julie emphasizes the significance of working in the light and the support available from spirit guides. In this conversation, Jim Alstott and Julie Grant delve into the transformative power of Family Constellation Therapy, exploring how it helps individuals understand and release deep-seated emotional patterns and ancestral traumas. Julie shares her personal experiences and insights into the therapy's effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and honoring ancestors in the healing process. The discussion also touches on the profound impact of music on memories and emotions, illustrating how songs can resonate with personal experiences and evoke powerful feelings.
 
This episode's Spotify playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3JVWyuB5gvf38v6iUzHX5Q?si=855dc0cd73554816
 
Link to my calendar:
https://jimalstott.youcanbook.me
In 2007 I had a session with my first reiki practitioner; she is a gifted intuitive healer that helped me understand my awakening. She lovingly guided me as I became aware of my spirit guides and helped me heal from a life transition. A few reiki healers later I was now communicating with my guides and angels. Not really knowing what to do with all this information, I basically talked on the phone a lot! Helping my friends and family with whatever their heartache was at the time.
After a move to another state, I was led to be mentored by one of the best medical intuitives in the country. She taught me how to trust my intuition as well as the complexities of medical intuition. For the last decade it's been busy. I have been taught how to journey by a shaman, taken advanced classes developing my psychic and mediumship ability, and have become certified in Family Constellation Therapy.
I made the leap to practice officially several years ago. Word of mouth and the beautiful people I have been able to help have spread the message of my practice.
I have been blessed with the best healing team of women to guide me on my path. I am humbled and so very grateful to be helped by them and spirit. Thank you to Samara, Lori-Lyn, Doe, Miki, Tina, Laurie, Marie, Samantha, Denise, Nishaan and Karie. I found my calling because of you.
Personally, I love cooking - not so much cleaning, a secret love for Below Deck and Captain Lee, The Lake in The North and the Gulf in The South, and birds. Yep, birds of any kind. Also, I am a wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend. I was sent the most patient, loving and open husband. His belief in me has made this all possible. Thank you, David.
💕julie