In this episode Dre is joined by psychic medium Jonathan Mark—martial artist, lacrosse player , and lifelong skeptic—whose unexpected gift now helps families and detectives across the country solve cases and find connection after loss. He never set out to do this work. But the messages kept coming. Loud. Specific. Unshakable. And soon, so did the calls—from grieving loved ones and law enforcement agencies such as NYPD, DA’s office, and FBI asking for extra insight no one else could provide. From...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 39
In this episode, Dre sits down with Stephanie Ferrario, founder of SheCan —a global movement and media platform amplifying women’s voices through storytelling, education, and community. With over 3 million organic listeners, SheCan has become a living archive of transformation, visibility, and purpose. Together, Dre and Stephanie circle around the questions: What makes a mentor? Why is emotional wellbeing a collective issue? How do circles help us sit with discomfort, regulate our nervous system...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 37
Most birthday celebrations are filled with gifts, cake, and casual conversation. But what if the real gift was presence—the kind that invites everyone to connect in a deep, meaningful way? In this episode, Dre and Em are joined by Emily’s best friend, David Perlman, who shares what it was like to celebrate his birthday in a completely different way: by sitting in circle. Instead of the usual dinner and side conversations, the group dropped into something sacred—an intentional space for reflectio...
Jul 01, 2025•55 min•Ep. 36
In this episode, Dre welcomes love coach and author Francesca Hogi ( How to Find True Love ) for a conversation about self-worth, connection, and what it really means to flirt with life. Francesca redefines flirting as a way of engaging with the world—not rooted in romance, but in presence. At its core, flirting is about making others feel seen and acknowledged, creating space for possibility, chemistry, and soul-level connection. They explore how dating can become a practice of self-love, how e...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 36
In this episode of Circle This , Dre sits down with writer, speaker, and “shame loss” advocate Jen Pastiloff to explore embodiment, bravery, and becoming the most unapologetic version of yourself. Living with hearing loss since childhood, Jen learned to listen with her whole body—a practice that’s become her superpower in helping others feel truly seen. Together, she and Dre unpack the art of the apology, the radical act of claiming joy without reason, and the healing that happens when we stop m...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 34
In this episode, Dre welcomes the luminous Debra Silverman—astrologer, therapist, and author of I Don’t Believe in Astrology—for a conversation that spans lifetimes. What begins as an exploration of Dre’s chart (a double Capricorn with a Pisces sun, a powerful Saturn-Pluto imprint, and a rare Yod of destiny) unfolds into something deeper: a soul-mirroring dialogue about purpose, pain, and the poetry of being understood. Because sometimes the most sacred love language isn’t touch—it’s resonance. ...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 33
What if asking for help was actually a sacred act of intimacy? In this episode, Dre and Em circle around the quiet bravery it takes to receive. From post-surgery support to spilled soup and “airport asks,” they explore the deep discomfort so many of us feel when we’re not the helper—but the one in need. Dre shares her journey as a recovering over-giver who once wore independence like armor, until she realized that saying “I’m fine” was costing her connection. Together, they unpack the hidden wou...
Jun 03, 2025•24 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, Dre sits down with Jennifer Fisher—writer, healer, and ceremony facilitator—for a powerful conversation about creative reinvention and the transformative wisdom of plant medicine. With over 30 years in the television industry, Jen shares how her identity as a writer became entangled with external pressure and survival-mode success—until plant medicine helped her reconnect with creativity as a sacred expression of spirit. She and Dre reflect on their parallel paths from the enter...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 31
In this episode, Dre sits down with Alicia “ACE” Easter—yoga teacher, retreat leader, and founder of ACE Enterprises—to circle around mother energy, discernment, and belonging. At 42, ACE shares what it feels like to be both fully arrived and newly beginning. She opens up about healing the shadow of the mother wound, learning to ask for help, and practicing high-quality no’s in the name of self-preservation. Together, they explore what it means to truly “solar power up,” stop chasing what isn’t ...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 30
In this special Mother’s Day episode, Dre and Em open a heartfelt, honest conversation about what it means to mother—not just as a parent, but as a presence. Together they explore the idea of mothering as a verb—a way of loving, nurturing, guiding, and holding space that lives in many forms and many people. This episode invites us to expand the definition of motherhood to honor all the ways we’ve been mothered—by our friends, our mentors, our sisters, and Mother Earth herself. Whether you’ve bir...
May 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 29
This impromptu episode happened organically, and I’m so grateful it did. After listening to a deeply personal recording between Emily and I, my producer Tracey had an emotional reaction—and an epiphany. She realized that in her 40 + years of life, she had never told her friends she wasn’t okay. She had never asked for help. Always the cheerleader. Always the strong one. So I invited her to drop in and let the circle hold her for a change. This is what we mean when we say the circle continues. Wh...
May 07, 2025•18 min•Ep. 28
In this episode, Dre is joined by actress, writer, and sacred space-holder Jane Sibbett, for a powerful conversation on goddess circles, grief rituals, and the unexpected ways our gifts awaken. Jane shares the story of how she was first called to host a goddess circle as a new mom, with no idea what it meant but an undeniable “yes” in her bones. That night changed her life. Since then, she’s been devoted to circling, witnessing, and channeling healing through what she now calls “Dancing Hands”—a...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 27
In this episode Dre welcomes actor, writer, director, and activist Saffron Burrows for a deep and honest conversation about what we inherit, what we unlearn, and what we choose to pass down. Together they explore their activist upbringings, early brushes with adult realities, and the ongoing work of re-parenting yourself while raising children of your own. From Saffron’s teenage years navigating the fashion world with feminist clarity, to her belief in storytelling as a tool for collective awake...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 26
In this special episode of Circle This , we look back on our first 25 episodes — the voices, the stories, the circles within the larger circle where we discover everything is connected. You’ll hear some of our favorite moments: the ones that cracked us open, made us laugh, and reminded us why sharing these conversations matter. From raw truths to practical magic, this episode is a celebration of connection, community, and what’s possible when we lean in, listen and share from the heart. Whether ...
Apr 22, 2025•38 min•Ep. 25
In this episode, Dre welcomes the incomparable Colette Baron-Reid — intuitive, oracle card expert, and modern mystic. Together they explore the sacred symbolism of circles: connection, safety, and cosmic reset — and how even drawing a circle can calm the nervous system. Colette shares her extraordinary journey — from addiction and recovery to finding her path through coffee ground readings and a fated tarot session with her Jungian therapist. She reveals how oracle cards became her mirror, not h...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 24
In this episode Dre and Em circle around Gavin de Becker’s groundbreaking book The Gift of Fear —a guide to recognizing intuition as a survival tool. Dre shares the deeply personal story of her childhood in New York City, where she lived under the shadow of a stalker for over a decade. This haunting experience shaped her understanding of fear, safety, and self-trust. Through years of sitting in circles with women who carry their own survival stories, Dre has become devoted to exploring the many ...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 22
In this episode Dre welcomes Producer, Screenwriter, Director and one of her best friends, Kristin Hahn. Kristin is the founder and president of production company, Hahnscape Entertainment, and the co-founder of production company Echo Films, alongside Jennifer Aniston. She is the Executive Producer of AppleTV+’s award-winning The Morning Show with season four returning this September. Kristin has also served as Executive Producer on other beloved projects including: The Departed, The Switch, Fi...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 21
In this episode, Dre sits down with renowned energy healer, spiritual teacher, and clairvoyant Kathryn Schiff — founder of Ground and Gold, a school dedicated to intuition and healing. Kathryn’s mission is to demystify the mystical and help weave spiritual connection into modern, everyday life. They explore how everyone has access to their own psychic and intuitive gifts — and how true healing begins when we shift our energy, step into neutrality, and trust ourselves. Kathryn dives into why boun...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 26 min
In this episode Dre reconnects with actor, activist, and author Maria Bello, who shares her expansive journey from early full moon circles in NYC to her work as a global storyteller and guide through midlife’s transitions. Together, they explore midlife as a rite of passage—Maria’s experience with early menopause, her studies of Jung’s 7 Tasks of Crossing Over, and the importance of mentorship in aging with wisdom. They reflect on the shift from external seeking to radical self-acceptance, the p...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 15 min
In this episode, Dre welcomes the unstoppable Tricia Small, entrepreneur, television and theatre producer, writer, director, musician, restaurateur, mother, activist, philanthropist, and all-around Renaissance Woman. A masterful manifestor, Tricia has built success across industries, and today, she shares the mindset that fuels it all. They dive deep into confidence, positivity, boundaries, and time management. How do we cultivate them? Where does true leadership come from? Tricia shares the pra...
Mar 11, 2025•50 min
In this episode, Dre welcomes Chandra Scofield —Acupuncturist, Wellness Expert, Applied Clinical Nutritionist, and Meditation Teacher — often called the “Natural Hormone Whisperer.” Chandra has helped countless women naturally balance hormones, heal adrenal fatigue, navigate menopause, and conceive with ease. She shares how Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture work to bring the body back to homeostasis, offering personalized support for hormonal health, inflammation, and overall well-being. Chandra ...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 28 min
February’s Full Moon and Valentine’s Day stirred up big conversations for Dre & Em about all things LOVE—beyond the clichés and Hallmark narratives. How can we reimagine these traditional celebrations, break free from outdated “happily ever after” ideals, and create more inclusive, meaningful ways to honor love in all its forms? Dre shares her thoughts on friendship marriage ceremonies, why she’s fascinated by funerals (including her own!), and how we can express love in ways that truly reso...
Feb 25, 2025•33 min
In this episode Dre welcomes Nyakio Grieco, Award Winning Beauty Entrepreneur, Circle Sister, and Founder of Thirteen Lune, a first of its kind e-commerce destination designed to inspire the discovery of beauty brands created by BIPOC founders. Nyakio also created Relevant, a clean, science-led skincare brand that works for all skin tones and types. We dive deep into her incredible story of manifesting motherhood, and birthing a business, reflecting on how circling helped dismantle myths surroun...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 15
Dre welcomes Maggie Wheeler, actress, singer, song writer, author and founder of Golden Bridge Community Choir. Best known for her iconic role as Janice on the hit television sitcom Friends , Maggie is also one of the original women who led Dre in circles many moons ago in Laurel Canyon that changed and informed her life. In this episode Maggie shares pivotal moments that sparked her soul’s journey to “follow song” and gather others longing for community in circles. And how being “famously fired...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 14
This week Dre is joined by the spiritual spitfire Tal Rabinowitz, Former Executive VP of Comedy Development at NBC turned Energy Guide, Shamanic Practitioner, Meditation & Kundalini Teacher, and Founder of the Den Meditation and SourceAlchemy.com Tal’s story gives us permission to expand, pivot, return, and pause long enough to intuit the next aligned action. This high octane conversation inspires us to own our inherent creativity and power to build the school we wish to attend. By directly ...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 13
This week Dre is joined by award-winning journalist, bestselling author and TV host, Brooke Baldwin. For more than a decade, Brooke anchored her own live daily news show on CNN and was renowned for her versatility, authenticity, and humanity at the news desk. Her bombshell first person essay in Vanity Fair, “Leaving CNN Was How I Found My Voice,” as well as her weekly Substack “Unraveling, with Brooke Baldwin” are game changing displays of radical authenticity and the power of sharing our truths...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 12
We’re back! Not sure how your New Year is going, but here in LA, time feels like it’s standing still. It’s day10 of the LA fires, and Dre and Em sit down to reflect on their experiences—Dre in the heart of LA and Em from NY. Joining us is Malibu resident and activist Tricia Small, reporting from behind the restricted fire zones, where she’s been tirelessly checking on residents, first responders, animals, and neighborhoods left in ruins. In this episode, we explore what it means to process and p...
Jan 21, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 11
As 2024 comes to a close, Dre and Em reflect on the lessons, insights, and practices that brought meaning to the past year. They share stories of a transformative dinner party circle that turned an ordinary moment into something sacred, and how they’re approaching the holiday season with intentionality—focusing on how they want to feel before, during, and after. Join us for heartfelt reflections, practical takeaways, and a warm send-off into the new year. Tune in to reflect, connect, and set the...
Dec 24, 2024•25 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, award-winning author, yoga teacher, and steward of memoir writing + healing experiences, Sherry Sidoti, shares how writing your story is not only an act of self-expression but a powerful tool for deep healing and overall health. With over 20 years of experience teaching healing arts and mysticism, Sherry weaves together yoga and embodied writing to help us unlock transformation, bridging the physical and emotional layers of our lives. Sherry also opens up about her relationship ...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, Dre welcomes Dr. Amy J. Smith, Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner, specializing in emergency medicine. Amy shares her extraordinary story, from dropping out of high school and becoming a single mother to earning her doctorate and serving as the Director of Family Nurse Practitioners at Hofstra University. Her work bridges her love of medicine with her passion for humanity. Amy uses her sharp wit, talent, humor, and compassion to te...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 8
