Please join us during our LIVE talk-shows!!
(up to 15 mins before the start, and any time during it)

First, so we know who you are when you call in, please take a moment now to:
           Sign-Up for a free TalkShoe account 

To sign up click here (opens new Window)
Be sure to make a note of your:
    - Username & Password (for access by Internet )
    - and 10 digit PIN (for access by Telephone)
(NB: signing up is optional, but really helps us to recognise you when you join in!)

Now, You simply need to decide HOW you want to join in...

OPTION 1) Listen Only:

A) EITHER on your PC (or Mac) for free:
- join the show to listen in only (and text chat see below for Text Chat instructions) 
click here for Leela's Spirit Talk Radio or
click here  for John's MetaTalk Cafe
- OR install Skype (which does internet based 'phone' calls)
   and make a phone call out of Skype to a normal USA landline phone number 
   - call quailty is reasonable, like a normal phone line
   (Skype call charges may apply but usually very cheap)
      Once installed See below for how to dial in and login to the show 

B) OR by phone to a normal USA number
(long distant/International call charges will apply)
-   See below for more on this option

OPTION 2) Listen and maybe Speak:

A)  EITHER from your PC (or Mac)
- you'll need an integrated Headset or Microphone and Headphones  (preferably not speakers - they can cause an echo!)
   **No Headset? - get one with "Noise Cancelling" microphone CLICK HERE for more info on what and where to buy

- You have two choices for connecting:

i) EASIEST is to install Skype (which does internet based 'phone' calls)
   and make a phone call out of Skype to a normal USA landline phone number 
   - call quailty is reasonable, like a normal phone line
   (Skype call charges may apply but usually very cheap)
      Once installed See below for how to dial in and login to the show

ii) RECOMENDED is to Install SJphone - click here for tutorial
    IT'S FREE easy to use and call quality is PERFECT
   for DETAILED SJphone instructions/ tutorial click here 
   - NB please avoid using TalkShoe's own ShoePhone for calling in - it can have poor sound and problems!
Also, 'X-Lite' is no longer recomended as it can cause severe PC problems

(NB iii) If you call in on a "MagicJack" and we get an echo you need to turn your speakers/mic volumes down to between a thrid and zero - and click on the Echo line at this website for instructions

B) OR by phone to a normal USA number (long distant/International call charges will apply)
- See below for more on this option

I so look forward to connecting up with you on the show (and 15 mins before start)
Leela
PS Do try installing SJPhone to call in FREE from your PC - click here for or John's DETAILED instructions
PPS you can download/listen to previous recordings any time: Spirit Talk Radio and MetaTalk Cafe

"I've just listened to the show again.  It was even better second time round. 
I was able to focus more clearly on you both without being distracted by texting.
Leela's singing was beautiful and enchanting as always". Heather

Calling in by Phone (or Skype)

You can Listen in (and speak too, if you choose!) 
just by phoning this USA number from your phone, mobile, Skype, etc:
   Note: Skype needs a PC but is cheap (or even free)
  -  for example - Calls from UK to USA are only 1.5p/min

Call  +1 724 444 7444 (+ is your international access code)
 - from UK that's:    00 1 724 444 7444 
    (* see note about BT Charges and cheap alternatives below)
 - from US that's:    (724) 444-7444
 - from SKYPE Dial:    +1 724 444 7444

- when asked for call id: press:
  12324#  for Leela's Spirit Talk Radio OR
  28598#  for John's MetaTalk Cafe
  Note: from Skype use your Keypad to enter - you may have to repeat it if it's not recognised
- when asked for PIN: enter your own PIN followed by #
  (the one you chose when you signed up for TalkShoe, usually the last 10 digits of your phone number) 
  Otherwise, press #1 for non-member guest if you haven't signed up yet at TalkShoe.com (please DO!)

During the call:

1. - Press *6 to mute/unmute yourself during the call
2. - Press *8 to request to talk during the call - we'll see that request on our screen!
3. - simply hang up when you're done

Great show Leela and John! I enjoyed the energy of the show and received very helpful insights.
Can't wait to join you again. Francesca

* Note: when calling from outside USA be careful of call charges, eg in UK the BT standard charges are up to 17.5p / minute - a full hour would cost you OVER £10!  You may already have free or cheap calls to US, if not (from UK) you can call USA for only 0.5p/min (that's just 30p per hour plus 5p connection charge) from trustworthy places like 18185.co.uk - see Martin's Guide to cheap oversea's calls and his Call Checker for latest best USA prices (no upfront subscriptions are required for these services - just pay as you go!)
Again note: if you can get to a PC, Skype is very cheap (or even free), eg - Calls from UK to USA are only 1.5p/min

PS If you are also near a Computer you can follow the call on screen too, see the next panel...

Follow Call and Text Chat on your computer

- see who else is joining in
- read everyone's text chat messages
- type your own chat messages

WHEN OUR SHOW STARTS (and up to 15 mins before):

A)  click here to join in the show (call id 12324 or Spirit Talk Radio) (or here 28598 for John's MetaTalk Cafe)

  If you see this panel we are LIVE!

 

 

  <-- Click this TOP "JOIN IN" button for the
        basic listening/chat window (see C. below)

  OR, if you have already downloaded the TalkShoeLive software

  <-- Click thisTalkShoeLive button instead for 
        enhanced listening/chat window (see D. below)

B) Sign in with your TalkShoe Username (2) when you see this Screen:
or join as an anonymoyus guest (1)  or Sign up!(3)
(NB If you are calling in by Phone too use THE SAME Username here)

NOTE: If you see THIS picture instead, click Dial In NOT ShoePhone!

C) This is the basic call chat screen is below.

You have now joined the call and should now already be able to hear us and read and type comments:
(NB VERY IMPORTANT If you are calling in by Phone/Skype/SJPhone too make sure the Audio is not streaming in this window too - or we will all get an ECHO! - If It's streaming Click the audio Pause lower right side!)

D) If you have downloaded the TalkShoeLive software (recommended, see below for installation guide)...

you will also have the option of clicking the purple TalkShoeLive button bottom right
for a more enhanced text chat window, OR you will already be here:
(NB Again, VERY IMPORTANT If you are calling in by Phone/SJ too make sure the Audio is not streaming in this window too - or we will all  get an ECHO!)

If you're stuck, call John - he'll explain and help you (not during a call though!)

Option: Install TalkShoeLive software for an enhanced Chat/Listening window

Download TalkShoe Live  (click here) software
make sure you do BOTH steps (1)  and  (2)  (click the Done button)!! 



You're now ready - you can listen in on other shows too, if you like, to get the hang of it! Pick any live ones from the home page: TalkShoe.com

NB: If you get a Popup Blocked message in Internet Explorer - simply allow it by clicking OK on the top yellow bar (click to enlarge):

OR If you Firewall comes up with a message, just allow it, and choose to remember the decision if you can.

Don't forget we recommend you DON'T use the ShoePhone part of TalkShoeLive - use SJPhone Instead - click here for John's DETAILED instructions on installation and use (or Skype!)