Jenn Brandel, licensed clinical social worker, centers her work on the use of mindfulness and humour to promote compassionate practices. As a recognized leader in her field she has released books that offer insight to her work such as When Rabbits Spill Their Tea: Metaphors to Guide Us Through Difficult Times, a title that makes it clear she�s well-versed in the understanding and study of metaphors.
- Episodes
- About
19 episodes

Metaphorically Speaking
22 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
Jenn Brandel, licensed clinical social worker, centers her work on the use of mindfulness and humour to promote compassionate practices. As a recognized leader in her field she has released books that offer insight to her work such as When Rabbits Spill Their Tea: Metaphors to Guide Us Through Difficult Times, a title that makes it clear she�s well-versed in the understanding and study of metaphors.

Metaphorically Speaking
15 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
�Culture leads to a wonderful life�, says Africa Yoon, celebrated activist and author of �The Korean� who in this follow-up episode delves deeper into the issue of migration.
Metaphorically Speaking
15 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
�Culture leads to a wonderful life�, says Africa Yoon, celebrated activist and author of �The Korean� who in this follow-up episode delves deeper into the issue of migration.

Metaphorically Speaking
08 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'What eh miss yuh eh pass yuh' meaning 'If it's meant for you, it won't pass you by.' That’s the metaphor chosen by David Kallo, author of 'Jumbie in Town' about his childhood adventures in search of characters from the rich amalgamation of Trinidad and Tobago folklore.
Metaphorically Speaking
08 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'What eh miss yuh eh pass yuh' meaning 'If it's meant for you, it won't pass you by.' That’s the metaphor chosen by David Kallo, author of 'Jumbie in Town' about his childhood adventures in search of characters from the rich amalgamation of Trinidad and Tobago folklore.

Metaphorically Speaking
01 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors
Metaphorically Speaking
01 May, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors

Metaphorically Speaking
24 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'Change is mandatory for extraordinary results' says Jamie-Lee Abtar, a professional globetrotter and marketer. Abtar is well versed in topics such as diversity, inclusion and community engagement and uses her knowledge around the world to reach chosen audiences and educate others.
Metaphorically Speaking
24 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'Change is mandatory for extraordinary results' says Jamie-Lee Abtar, a professional globetrotter and marketer. Abtar is well versed in topics such as diversity, inclusion and community engagement and uses her knowledge around the world to reach chosen audiences and educate others.

Metaphorically Speaking
17 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Life is like an onion, you peel it off one layer at time and sometimes you weep!' Delia�s guest Seme Eroh explains all in her book, 'When the fog lifts: Gaining clarity after chaos and confusion'. Her story creates dialogue surrounding the trauma within toxic marriages and how living life as if it were an onion can not only bring tears to your eyes, but as you tear off layers of skin, it provides opportunities to cut out the things that make you cry.
Metaphorically Speaking
17 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Life is like an onion, you peel it off one layer at time and sometimes you weep!' Delia�s guest Seme Eroh explains all in her book, 'When the fog lifts: Gaining clarity after chaos and confusion'. Her story creates dialogue surrounding the trauma within toxic marriages and how living life as if it were an onion can not only bring tears to your eyes, but as you tear off layers of skin, it provides opportunities to cut out the things that make you cry.

Metaphorically Speaking
10 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'I walk my talk... and my talk is as authentic and bold as my walk' says fashion model, speaker, philanthropist, and author of Model Patient, Camerone Parker. She tells Delia about her experiences, her battle with autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis, and what it takes to be a badass woman.
Metaphorically Speaking
10 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'I walk my talk... and my talk is as authentic and bold as my walk' says fashion model, speaker, philanthropist, and author of Model Patient, Camerone Parker. She tells Delia about her experiences, her battle with autoimmune disease Multiple Sclerosis, and what it takes to be a badass woman.

Metaphorically Speaking
03 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors
Metaphorically Speaking
03 Apr, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors

Metaphorically Speaking
27 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Move the needle' says Vanessa Wiliams, who chose this week’s metaphor. It generated so much conversation between the Metaphorically Speaking team, that we recorded our thoughts too! Research uncovered so many variations of 'moving the needle', you’ll be surprised!
Metaphorically Speaking
27 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Move the needle' says Vanessa Wiliams, who chose this week’s metaphor. It generated so much conversation between the Metaphorically Speaking team, that we recorded our thoughts too! Research uncovered so many variations of 'moving the needle', you’ll be surprised!

Metaphorically Speaking
20 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Stop setting yourself on fire to keep others warm!' says Liliana Dominguez-Grajales, founder of LG Wellness. She explains how this metaphor took center-stage in her life and work.
Metaphorically Speaking
20 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
'Stop setting yourself on fire to keep others warm!' says Liliana Dominguez-Grajales, founder of LG Wellness. She explains how this metaphor took center-stage in her life and work.

Metaphorically Speaking
13 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
To Alison Knowles, 'The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree'. Knowles develops programmes for children to help them regulate their emotions using Ollie!, star of a Super Power series and shortly to be a cartoon character.
Metaphorically Speaking
13 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
To Alison Knowles, 'The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree'. Knowles develops programmes for children to help them regulate their emotions using Ollie!, star of a Super Power series and shortly to be a cartoon character.

Metaphorically Speaking
06 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
To Dr Diahanne Rhiney, founder of the Baton Awards, the metaphor 'for a Woman, life is a battle and her beauty is a goddamn machine gun' is everything. She explains it all.
Metaphorically Speaking
06 Mar, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
To Dr Diahanne Rhiney, founder of the Baton Awards, the metaphor 'for a Woman, life is a battle and her beauty is a goddamn machine gun' is everything. She explains it all.

Metaphorically Speaking
27 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
Marsha Powell speaks to a popular statement by Dr Maya Angelou - 'I�ve learned people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.'
Metaphorically Speaking
27 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
Marsha Powell speaks to a popular statement by Dr Maya Angelou - 'I�ve learned people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.'

Metaphorically Speaking
20 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors
Metaphorically Speaking
20 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
Exploring popular and obsure metaphors

Metaphorically Speaking
13 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
When you've had two strokes, you're waiting in hospital for your mother to visit you only to be told she passed away 23 years ago and you looked in the mirror and didn't know you were looking at yourself and someone asked you to choose a metaphor that describes what you've been through, what would you choose? Maybe, 'Living on a prayer�' Carole Pyke chose as her metaphor, 'Stand on your own two feet.'
Metaphorically Speaking
13 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
When you've had two strokes, you're waiting in hospital for your mother to visit you only to be told she passed away 23 years ago and you looked in the mirror and didn't know you were looking at yourself and someone asked you to choose a metaphor that describes what you've been through, what would you choose? Maybe, 'Living on a prayer�' Carole Pyke chose as her metaphor, 'Stand on your own two feet.'

Metaphorically Speaking
06 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
A lot can happen within a split second. Lives can be changed - for better or for worse. In this episode we look at different concepts of time and how we can change our mindset to become more present. Our guest is Mark Raymond Jr., founder of the Split Second Foundation.
Metaphorically Speaking
06 Feb, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
A lot can happen within a split second. Lives can be changed - for better or for worse. In this episode we look at different concepts of time and how we can change our mindset to become more present. Our guest is Mark Raymond Jr., founder of the Split Second Foundation.

Metaphorically Speaking
30 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'To carry the can', 'etwas ausbaden müssen', 'to bathe something out', means having to bear the consequences for something that either you or another is responsible for. This week’s episode looks at its German origin and how it differs greatly from the UK’s understanding. Delia’s guest is commentator Tony Kelly.
Metaphorically Speaking
30 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'To carry the can', 'etwas ausbaden müssen', 'to bathe something out', means having to bear the consequences for something that either you or another is responsible for. This week’s episode looks at its German origin and how it differs greatly from the UK’s understanding. Delia’s guest is commentator Tony Kelly.

Metaphorically Speaking
16 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'If you rush it, you’ll ruin it' is a phrase that can be applied to so many areas of life, but its power lies in its simplicity. We will hear how different cultures take varied approaches to time and the pace of life. In this episode, Delia has invited Saint Lucian born, Scotland-based rum distiller Sylvester Herman as the island celebrates its two Nobel Laureates, Sir Arthur Lewis (Economics) and Sir Derek Walcott (Literature).
Metaphorically Speaking
16 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 39s | More
'If you rush it, you’ll ruin it' is a phrase that can be applied to so many areas of life, but its power lies in its simplicity. We will hear how different cultures take varied approaches to time and the pace of life. In this episode, Delia has invited Saint Lucian born, Scotland-based rum distiller Sylvester Herman as the island celebrates its two Nobel Laureates, Sir Arthur Lewis (Economics) and Sir Derek Walcott (Literature).

Metaphorically Speaking
09 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
In this episode, our research uncovered so many variations of the metaphor, 'move the needle'. You’ll be surprised!
Metaphorically Speaking
09 Jan, 2023 | 0900 | 55m 40s | More
In this episode, our research uncovered so many variations of the metaphor, 'move the needle'. You’ll be surprised!