The Monie Podcast
The Monie Podcast
Podcast Description
Multi-passionate Author, Entrepreneur and Community
Activist, Simone Walsh is driven by a deep desire to
transform the lives of individuals and provide the tools for
them to uproot the blocks that are keeping them from
living their best lives.
As recipient of the Woman of Courage Award 2016
from the IWAA “Simone continues to inspire women
everyday. She encourages those struggling with
mental illness to never give up on themselves. Once
you see how much you are loved it makes you want
to fight harder to live life.
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Content Themes
The show focuses on themes of resilience, self-discovery, and community empowerment, with episodes exploring topics like the complexities of parental relationships, the challenges of independence in the music industry, and the importance of saying no to people-pleasing behaviors. For example, Episode 6 offers a heartfelt letter about father-daughter dynamics, while Episode 5 features an interview with an inspiring emerging artist.
The Monie Podcast is your go-to space for real talk about life—no filters, no limits. Hosted by Simone “Monie” Walsh who is an advocate for mental health/founder of the Essence of Mind Outreach program charity, Author of “Poetic diary of a bleeding heart” and Fashion Designer of “Neatly Made”, this podcast dives into everything from mental health and singleness to workplace politics, friendships, relationships, and the everyday highs and lows we all face. Whether you’re navigating tough times or celebrating small wins, you’ll find honest conversations, fresh perspectives, and a little humor al
🎙️ Episode 40: Unspoken Truths: Fatherhood, Healing & the Power of Theatre with Marcia Brown
What happens when unanswered questions about our fathers follow us into adulthood?
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Monie Podcast, Monie sits down with acclaimed playwright, director, and producer Marcia Brown to discuss her impactful stage production, “I Need to Know My Father.”
More than just a play, this production opens the door to important conversations about identity, fatherhood, family relationships, healing, and the emotional realities many people carry in silence.
Marcia shares her personal journey into theatre, how she discovered her passion for storytelling, and why she believes the stage can be a powerful tool for healing, awareness, and transformation.
Together, Monie and Marcia explore the questions many people are afraid to ask, the wounds that can linger for years, and the importance of turning pain into purpose.
In This Episode:
🎭 Marcia Brown’s journey into playwriting, directing, and producing
💔 The inspiration behind I Need to Know My Father
👨🏾👧 Fatherhood, identity, and unanswered questions
🧠 Mental health, healing, and emotional wellness
✨ The power of storytelling and theatre to create change
🌱 Turning personal experiences into purpose
🏆 Building a legacy through art and community impact
Whether you have experienced father absence, are working through family challenges, or simply appreciate powerful storytelling, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and hope.
This conversation reminds us that healing often begins when we find the courage to speak the truths we’ve carried in silence.
🎟️ SPECIAL GIVEAWAY!
Watch the episode and enter for a chance to win 2 tickets to see I Need to Know My Father live during Father’s Day weekend!
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