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- Ep. #90 The Art and Science of Emotions w/ Dr. Alissa JerudCheck out Alissa’s podcast: The Anxiety Savvy Podcast:
- Ep. #89 Compassion Focused Therapy for Depression and Anxiety w/ Dr Stan SteindlCheck Out The Compassion Initiative Podcast Welcome to The Compassion Initiative Podcast Series. This Podcast series features Dr Stan Steindl and Dr James Kirby, both Clinical Psychologists. Stan and James are the co-founders of The Compassion Initiative. The podcast series is a relaxed informal ongoing conversation between Stan and James about issues related to compassion.Continue reading “Ep. #89 Compassion Focused Therapy for Depression and Anxiety w/ Dr Stan Steindl”
- Ep. #88 Men’s Mental Health w/ Elise Micheals
- Ep. #87 A Jungian Perspective on Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Addiction w/ Vlado ŠolcDark Religion: Fundamentalism from The Perspective of Jungian Psychology Jungian analysts Vlado Solc and George J. Didier set out to explore the psychological dynamics and causes of religious fundamentalism and fanaticism. The book offers an in-depth psychological analysis of what happens when a person becomes possessed by the unconscious energies of the Self. Dark ReligionContinue reading “Ep. #87 A Jungian Perspective on Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Addiction w/ Vlado Šolc”
- Ep. #86 Creating Psychology Content w/ Prudence Leung
- Ep. #85 Exploring ADHD Healing and Intervention w/ Avigail Gimpel, M.S.
- Ep. #84 Entrepreneurship and Social Media Marketing w/ Maddie Thompson
- Ep. #83 Polyamory, Non-Monogamy, and The Process of Individuation w/ Dr. Joli Hamilton, PhDCheck Out Joli’s Podcast: Playing with Fire: Non-Monogamy& Individuation:
- Ep. #82 Living Free From the Bonds of Your Scars w/ Cody Byrns
- Ep. #81 From Rock Bottom Upwards Through The Synchronicity of Love w/ John David Latta
- Ep. #80 The Hidden Meanings in Relationships w/ Deborah Lukovich, Ph.DDeborah’s Dose of Depth Podcast:
- Ep. #79 Subjective Experience and Identity Politics w/ Reema PatelIn this episode, Shane and Reema discuss her experiences of returning back to India that inspired the writing of her novel, Such Big Dreams. They discuss topics of identity, social norms, colonialism, and subjective experience. Our perspectives and experiences change depending on the context in a world filled with identity politics. One’s experience in CanadaContinue reading “Ep. #79 Subjective Experience and Identity Politics w/ Reema Patel”
- Ep. #78 Dark Religion, Conspiracism, and The Religious Instinct w/ Jungian Analyst Vladislav ŠolcDark Religion: Fundamentalism from The Perspective of Jungian Psychology Jungian analysts Vlado Solc and George J. Didier set out to explore the psychological dynamics and causes of religious fundamentalism and fanaticism. The book offers an in-depth psychological analysis of what happens when a person becomes possessed by the unconscious energies of the Self. Dark ReligionContinue reading “Ep. #78 Dark Religion, Conspiracism, and The Religious Instinct w/ Jungian Analyst Vladislav Šolc”
- Ep. #77 Ancient Traditional Wisdom w/ Kim Wheatley
- Ep. #76 Sound Alchemy w/ Ian MorrisAccess Listen to Smile’s albums: https://listeningtosmile1.bandcamp.com/
- Ep. #75 Split Second Unlearning: A Theory of Psychophysiological Dis-ease w/ Matt HudsonMindReset App as an Eye Movement-based Emotional Memory Reconsolidation Interference. In the MindReset app we implement a method we have developed over the past 25 years with tried and tested behavioural change work in private practice. A method we call Split Second Unlearning (SSU), which is based on a process of “unlearning” traumatic responses atContinue reading “Ep. #75 Split Second Unlearning: A Theory of Psychophysiological Dis-ease w/ Matt Hudson”
- Ep. #74 Love and Soul-Making w/ Stacey Shelby, Ph.D.
- Ep. #73 How Language Made Us Human w/ Simon Prentis
- Ep. #72 The Power of Compassion w/ Dr. Stan SteindlIn this episode, Stan and I discuss the healing and transformative power of compassion. We discuss cultivating a compassionate mind and working towards living a more balanced, kind, and peaceful life. According to the Compassion-Focused Therapy psychological model, humans have at least three emotional regulation systems. (1) A threat and self-protection system that, when activated,Continue reading “Ep. #72 The Power of Compassion w/ Dr. Stan Steindl”
- Ep. #71 A Look Into Consciousness w/ Dr. Steven C. HayesIn this episode, Steven and Shane discuss the nature of human consciousness, our experience of it, and how an understanding of it connects us to something much greater. Steven’s life work has been dedicated, at least in part, to understanding human psychology. Consciousness is an essential feature of our life – it is that byContinue reading “Ep. #71 A Look Into Consciousness w/ Dr. Steven C. Hayes”
- Ep. #70 Understand Your DNA to Maximize Your Health w/ Dr. Mikolaj RaszekDr. Mikolaj Raszek is the founder and managing director of Merogenomics: a Canadian biotechnology company dedicated to enhancing everyone’s access to genomic sequencing education and technologies. Start DNA Testing
- Ep. #69 Discovering Who We Are In Silence w/ Rich LewisRich Lewis is an author, speaker and coach who focuses on centering prayer as a means of inner transformation. He teaches centering prayer in both his local and virtual community and offers one-on-one coaching. He publishes a weekly meditation, book reviews, and interviews on his site, Silence Teaches. In this episode, Rich and I discussContinue reading “Ep. #69 Discovering Who We Are In Silence w/ Rich Lewis”
- Ep. #68 A Conversation With a Modern-day Shaman w/ John MooreJohn Moore is a shamanic practitioner and teacher who works with spiritually conscious professionals to live fuller, happier lives, in touch with their true purpose. After two decades of working in the technology sector, John turned to humankind’s oldest spiritual practise, shamanism, to heal himself. “I am a guide, not a guru. I am justContinue reading “Ep. #68 A Conversation With a Modern-day Shaman w/ John Moore”
- Ep. #67 Deep In The Unconscious w/ Deborah Lukovich, Ph.D.Deborah Lukovich holds a Ph.D. in Depth Psychology which focuses on understanding the nature of the unconscious. She is a coach, author, blogger, and podcaster who offers insights and teachings to help people explore the deeper meaning of life through stories, conversation, and education. “I’m passionate about inspiring people to find deeper meaning in ordinaryContinue reading “Ep. #67 Deep In The Unconscious w/ Deborah Lukovich, Ph.D.”
- Ep. #66 Rising Up to Be Who You Are meant To Be w/ Amy GerhartzAmy Gerhartz is a Mindset Coach, NLP Practitioner, Hypnotherapist and Founder of A Higher Way Of Living. After 20+ years in entertainment, along with her career as a coach, Amy has travelled the country, spoken to audiences of all sizes, and has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts. With her transformational coaching programs, onlineContinue reading “Ep. #66 Rising Up to Be Who You Are meant To Be w/ Amy Gerhartz”
- Ep. #65 A Spiritual Awakening w/ Radavie RiomRadavie Riom is Spiritual Teacher, Shaman, and Wounded Child Healer. She is devoted to serving the Divine Spirit that lies within everything. Through personal experiences of healing childhood wounds, an intuitive nature, plant medicine, and spiritual guidance, Radavie now lives to help others heal from their past wounds and traumas, end their sufferings, and awakenContinue reading “Ep. #65 A Spiritual Awakening w/ Radavie Riom”
- Ep. #64 Harnessing Your Body’s Deep Wisdom w/ Dr. Candice StaniekDr. Candice, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Spiritual Yogi, Speaker, Author, Social Marketer, and a huge advocate for people having the ability to reach their spiritual potential. She understands the trials and tribulations related to the struggle of choosing and gaining freedom from the ego (mind, body, pain body, and collective unconscious). She loves having deepContinue reading “Ep. #64 Harnessing Your Body’s Deep Wisdom w/ Dr. Candice Staniek”
- Ep. #63 The Explanatory Power of Evolution w/ Prof. David Sloan Wilson, PhDDavid Sloan Wilson is president of Prosocial World and SUNY Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biology and Anthropology at Binghamton University. He applies evolutionary theory to all aspects of humanity in addition to the rest of life, through Prosocial World and in his own research and writing. A complete archive of his work is available atContinue reading “Ep. #63 The Explanatory Power of Evolution w/ Prof. David Sloan Wilson, PhD”
- Ep. #62 The Highly Sensitive Personality Trait w/ William AllenWilliam Allen is an author with a writer’s heart and researcher’s mind. After getting a degree in Psychology with an eye on doing psychology research, he recalibrated for a career in Information Technology. He found himself in a thirty-year career as an Information Technology manager at Wells Fargo who enjoyed managing highly intelligent, often difficultContinue reading “Ep. #62 The Highly Sensitive Personality Trait w/ William Allen”
- Ep. #61 Finding Your Freedom w/ Vi Vi ThaiVi Vi Thai is a writer, truth seeker, healer and fearlessly determined to live a free lifestyle regardless of others’ opinions. She uncovered her true life’s purpose after going through a dramatic and stressful time at the end of her stay in the US as an international student and worker. During that time, she achievedContinue reading “Ep. #61 Finding Your Freedom w/ Vi Vi Thai”
- Ep. #60 Finding Hope in the Face of Despair w/ Christine HandyChristine Handy is a motivational speaker, a mother of two, a breast cancer survivor, international speaker, accomplished model, best-selling author, and a nationally recognized humanitarian. Her story reaches the hearts of anyone needing hope, prayer, and a new perspective on life. Christine Handy has seen it all and has overcome all odds. Christine’s motto is:Continue reading “Ep. #60 Finding Hope in the Face of Despair w/ Christine Handy”
- Ep. #59 Animism, Astrology, Evolution and Soul Ecology w/ Marga LaubeMarga Laube has been a counselling astrologer for over twenty years, providing navigation guidance for “Agents of Evolution,” blending astrology with the wisdom of multiple animist and eco-whispered sources. As an author, educator, and expressive storyteller, Marga aims to catalyze our collective evolution. Marga holds advanced certifications with the Council of Vedic Astrology, and herContinue reading “Ep. #59 Animism, Astrology, Evolution and Soul Ecology w/ Marga Laube”
- Ep. #58 Being Human is Weird w/ Anton CzachorIn this fun episode, Anton and I discuss some of the strangest and best parts about being human beings. Evolution, spirituality, psychology, and philosophy are some of the areas we cover in this deep episode. We live in a very strange time in human history, and being a human in the world today is aContinue reading “Ep. #58 Being Human is Weird w/ Anton Czachor”
- Ep. #57 A Pathway To Inside: Tapping Into Emotional Freedom from the Inside Out w/ Ann HinceAnn Hince is an author, healer, and public speaker. In this episode, Ann and I discuss the power of focused attention. Specifically, the healing power of focusing your attention on your inner body. Most of us have spent our lives repressing a variety of thoughts and emotions that we believe are too painful to dealContinue reading “Ep. #57 A Pathway To Inside: Tapping Into Emotional Freedom from the Inside Out w/ Ann Hince”
- Ep. #56 An Exploration Into Mindfulness-Based Coaching w/ David Frank GomesDavid Gomes is a Mindfulness teacher, coach and mentor. He offers a thoughtful effective coaching approach for living an impactful, thoughtful & productive life. The wisdom of mindfulness transformed into practical formulas for daily living. In this Episode, David and I discuss the intricacies of mindful-based coaching. For David, the intersection of mindfulness and modernContinue reading “Ep. #56 An Exploration Into Mindfulness-Based Coaching w/ David Frank Gomes”
- Ep. #55 The Power of Intentional Gratitude w/ Deborah HawkinsDeborah Hawkins started blogging on mindfulness and gratitude as a way to work herself out of depression. She has posted reflections on everyday things or experiences that lift her mood on nosmallthing.net almost every week since 2010. She has developed an “intentional” approach to a gratitude practice that is empowering, authentic, and fun. Through herContinue reading “Ep. #55 The Power of Intentional Gratitude w/ Deborah Hawkins”
- Ep. #54 Physicians Working With Energy w/ Dr Catherine Uram, MDDr. Catherine Uram, MD is an integrative medicine specialist, Reiki Master, and Spiritual Healer. Catherine Uram, MD helps you transform with spiritual energy, so you can contribute to a peaceful evolution of humanity. She practiced as a highly experienced physician in conventional + alternative modalities, has been engaged with sacred healing practices from around theContinue reading “Ep. #54 Physicians Working With Energy w/ Dr Catherine Uram, MD”
- Ep. #53 Living Through Alchemy: A Transformational Journey to Freedom w/ Vi Vi ThaiVi Vi Thai is a writer, truth seeker, healer and fearlessly determined to live a free lifestyle regardless of others’ opinions. She uncovered her true life’s purpose after going through a dramatic and stressful time at the end of her stay in the US as an international student and worker. During that time, she achievedContinue reading “Ep. #53 Living Through Alchemy: A Transformational Journey to Freedom w/ Vi Vi Thai”
- Ep. #52 The Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy w/ Catherine EwingCatherine Ewing, LCSW, MDiv, founder of Sacred Heart Alchemy, is a Transformational Life Coach, spiritually focused psychotherapist, EFT Practitioner, Minister of Spiritual Peacemaking, and energy healing practitioner. A student of the mind/body/spirit connection for over 25 years, Catherine is also a TEDx speaker. In this episode, Catherine and I delve into how and why sheContinue reading “Ep. #52 The Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy w/ Catherine Ewing”
- Ep. #51 Weight Loss Hypnosis w/ Doug SandsDoug Sands is a Weight Loss Hypnotist who specializes in the emotions behind our weight. Using hypnosis, he helps clients remove the emotional roadblocks that most often sabotage our weight and health goals. Doug is also the host of the ‘Weight Loss with Hypnosis’ podcast, a show that explores the science of weight loss withContinue reading “Ep. #51 Weight Loss Hypnosis w/ Doug Sands”
- Ep. #50 Shane’s Numerology Reading w/ Rev. Dr. Craig E. Wright, Ph.D.Rev. Dr. Craig E. Wright is a Metaphysical Minister, Philosopher, and Numerologist. In this special episode, Rev. Dr. Craig does an in-depth reading of Shane’s numerology chart. His analysis reveals and explains Shane’s major life cycles, challenges, gifts, karmic numbers, the purpose and direction of his life, as well as how he operates physically, mentally,Continue reading “Ep. #50 Shane’s Numerology Reading w/ Rev. Dr. Craig E. Wright, Ph.D.”
- Ep. #49 Find Your Vibrance and Embrace Your JOMO, The Joy Of Moving On w/ Karey Spransy
- Ep. #48 Be Good To Yourself w/ Robyn HarrisCheck Out Robyn’s WILD Wisdom Podcast:
- Ep. #47 Exploring Creativity, Magick, and Human Nature In Meditation w/ Ambika DeviAmbika Devi is an international award-winning bestselling author of four books, an astrologer, meditation Jedi, and creative sexagenarian who stuffs her backpack with colored pens, a journal, a kindle, a passport and a deck of tarot cards here to unleash your intuition. In this episode, Ambika and I have a great conversation about many differentContinue reading “Ep. #47 Exploring Creativity, Magick, and Human Nature In Meditation w/ Ambika Devi”
- Ep. #46 Understanding PTSD, Trauma, and Resiliency with First Responders w/ Jon and Jen PerrinJon Perrin is a police officer living with PTSD, and together with his wife Jen, run a podcast and charity foundation dedicated to educating and supporting mental health programs and initiatives that have helped Jon and many others living with this terrible injury. In this episode, Jon, Jen, and I discuss their journey of livingContinue reading “Ep. #46 Understanding PTSD, Trauma, and Resiliency with First Responders w/ Jon and Jen Perrin”
- Ep. #45 Igniting Your Soul w/ Zarina ChopraZarina Chopra is a Tao Soul Healer and Transformational Coach for rising female leaders who are ready to clear their karma, connect to the power of their Soul, and manifest like a Queen. In this episode, Zarina and I discuss the power of the ancient spiritual practice of Taoism and how it has helped transformContinue reading “Ep. #45 Igniting Your Soul w/ Zarina Chopra”
- Ep. #44 Neuromodulation, Neuroplasticity, & Peak Performance Training w/ Toby PasmanToby Pasman is the founder of Roscoe’s Wetsuit Neuro and host of the Roscoe’s Wetsuit Neuro Podcast. He is a neurophysiology researcher with a Master’s of Psychology from Lynn University and is board-certified in QEEG Brain Mapping and EEG Neurofeedback. Toby enjoys paddle boarding along the intercoastal, biking through the surrounding islands of Miami, andContinue reading “Ep. #44 Neuromodulation, Neuroplasticity, & Peak Performance Training w/ Toby Pasman”
- Ep. #43 The Science of Pain w/ Dr Janet McMordieDr. Janet McMordie is a physician (Sport medicine/OR Assist), Adjunct Clinical Professor (University of Toronto), Adjunct Medical Director (Odyssey Medical), and an actor/stunt performer (ACTRA). In this episode, Dr. Janet and I discuss the science of pain and chronic pain – how it affects people, how people seek to manage their pain, and why theContinue reading “Ep. #43 The Science of Pain w/ Dr Janet McMordie”
- Ep. #42 Sober Powered: The Science of Addiction and Recovery w/ Gill TietzGill Tietz a sober scientist who specializes in addiction science and psychology, and is the host of the Sober Powered Podcast. In this episode, Gill and I discuss her journey of sobriety, the science of alcoholism and addiction, and how Gill now spends time studying addiction in order to help other people who are goingContinue reading “Ep. #42 Sober Powered: The Science of Addiction and Recovery w/ Gill Tietz”
- Ep. #41 Speculations On Genetic Engineering w/ Dr Mark P. RyallDr Mark Ryall is a retired economics teacher, a competitive Canadian triathlete, and author of speculative fiction novel “Age-Decoded”. Mark wrote his “Age Decoded” because of “the many advancements in CRISPR genetic engineering. The book’s central question is: What could possibly go wrong with the advent of genetic engineering? The story itself focuses on genomicistContinue reading “Ep. #41 Speculations On Genetic Engineering w/ Dr Mark P. Ryall”
- Ep. #40 Reflections on Excellence w/ Terry Tucker (Former Police Officer, SWAT Hostage Negotiator, and Cancer Warrior)Terry Tucker, among many things, is an author, motivational speaker, former police officer, former SWAT hostage negotiator, and a cancer warrior. Over the course of his life, Terry has worked and succeeded in many areas of life and across multiple vocations. Terry played Division I NCAA college basketball, worked in the corporate world (in marketing,Continue reading “Ep. #40 Reflections on Excellence w/ Terry Tucker (Former Police Officer, SWAT Hostage Negotiator, and Cancer Warrior)”
- Ep. #39 The Power of The Mind and Body w/ Stuart WadeStuart Wade is a clinical hypnotherapist, personal trainer, and sports performance mind coach. I am a 4x world champion in taekwondo and kickboxing and was inducted into the UK Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2014. Stuart helps high level amateur and professional athletes to perform better in their sport, win more medals, and progressContinue reading “Ep. #39 The Power of The Mind and Body w/ Stuart Wade”
- Ep. #38 Navigating Our Expectations w/ Ben WinterBen Winter is an actor, improv master, coach, and a best-selling author of several non-fiction books on living a better life. His latest book, “What to Expect When Having Expectations”, is about understanding where your expectations come from, what drives them, why you aren’t always aware of them, how to come to peace after beingContinue reading “Ep. #38 Navigating Our Expectations w/ Ben Winter”
- Ep. #37 Living Well With Neurodiversity w/ Marina LivisMarina and I discuss her journey of recently being diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD) and how it has manifested in her life. We discuss how she has spent much of her career trying to help other people who have similar diagnoses understand and treat their conditions using holistic healing approaches – includingContinue reading “Ep. #37 Living Well With Neurodiversity w/ Marina Livis”
- Ep. #36 Sex, Love, and Intimacy w/ Lynn-dee Van RensburgLynn-dee Van Rensburg is a sex and sexuality coach. Based on a neo-tantra approach, Lynn-dee uses tools like breathwork, trauma healing, meditation, energy work, and movement to guide people to connect with their inner beauty and natural sexuality. Lynn-dee’s holistic approach involves a special concoction of science, psychology and the Eastern methodology of Tantra Sex.Continue reading “Ep. #36 Sex, Love, and Intimacy w/ Lynn-dee Van Rensburg”
- Ep. #35 Making Science Fun For Kids w/ Dr. Stephanie RyanDr. Stephanie Ryan, Ph.D. is a chemist, a boy mom, and a social media influencer who enjoys using her background to create superior educational products and content. Although an academic at heart, Dr. Stephanie is passionate about learning through play. Stephanie and I discuss why teaching kids about science is so important, and how parentsContinue reading “Ep. #35 Making Science Fun For Kids w/ Dr. Stephanie Ryan”
- Ep. #34 The Power to Speak Naked w/ Tyler FoleySean Tyler Foley is an accomplished film and stage performer and has been acting in film and television since he was 6 years old after his father passed away suddenly in a motor vehicle accident. With his distinct and direct style, Tyler is emerging as one of North America’s sought-after leaders in the field ofContinue reading “Ep. #34 The Power to Speak Naked w/ Tyler Foley”
- Ep. #33 Sustainable High Level Productivity w/ Brent HurasBrent Huras is a productivity coach. He coaches his clients to reclaim their power, their wellness, their responsibility, their sense of purpose, and to reach their full potential. When we talk about and think about productivity, we normally think about getting as much stuff done as possible. When we don’t do as much as weContinue reading “Ep. #33 Sustainable High Level Productivity w/ Brent Huras”
- Ep. #32 Living Impenetrable Joy w/ Erin MacErin Mac is a mindset facilitator helping entrepreneurs find clarity, purpose and joy NOW, on the way to abundance. Affectionately known as the “Joy Slinger”, Erin teaches people how to create impenetrable joy in their lives. So often so many of us struggle with finding peace and joy in our lives. We tend to beContinue reading “Ep. #32 Living Impenetrable Joy w/ Erin Mac”
- Ep. #31 Unleash Your Inner Hero w/ Christian De La HuertaChristian De La Huerta is an Author, TedX Speaker, and Personal Transformation Coach. In this episode, Christian and I delve into his work on helping people become their own hero. All too often we feel afraid, dejected, powerless, depressed, and anxious in life; however, inside each of us is a power to transform how weContinue reading “Ep. #31 Unleash Your Inner Hero w/ Christian De La Huerta”
- Ep. #30 Reclaiming Your Life: A Story of Human Resilience with Para-athlete and Inspiration Rich Vander WalRich Vander Wal is a para athlete, recreation therapist, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and an inspiration to all. In this episode, Rich tells us his story of transformation after having experienced a traumatic Spinal Cord Injury in 1992, which resulted in complete T4 Paraplegia. These days Rich is a Recreation Therapist and Founder of Neurocore Physiotherapy,Continue reading “Ep. #30 Reclaiming Your Life: A Story of Human Resilience with Para-athlete and Inspiration Rich Vander Wal”
- Ep. #29 Embracing Change and Creating Balance w/ Mike SolitroMike Solitro is a consultative leader who has played multiple key roles in countless real estate transactions. He is a Real Estate Attorney, an Associate Broker, and the Founder of AccomplishedRE. In this episode, Mike and I discuss how companies and teams look to manage change properly. We also discuss how large companies with multipleContinue reading “Ep. #29 Embracing Change and Creating Balance w/ Mike Solitro”
- Ep. #28 Creating a life of Happiness, Prosperity, and Love w/ Dawna CampbellDawna Campbell is a professional speaker, international healer, and best seller author, sharing her techniques. In this episode, Dawna and I discuss how our thoughts and emotions influence and create the life we experience. Dawna shares her personal story of discovering how powerful thoughts are, and how we can utilize thoughts to create better livesContinue reading “Ep. #28 Creating a life of Happiness, Prosperity, and Love w/ Dawna Campbell”
- Ep. #27 The Divine Possibility of Change w/ Eleanor TweddellEleanor Tweddell is a coach, mentor, consultant, creator and entrepreneur focused on reinvention. As the age-old wisdom declares: when one door closes, a world of possibility awaits. Eleanor teaches people how to embrace and navigate major changes in life – whether it’s losing your job, significant financial changes, or difficult relationships. She focuses on providingContinue reading “Ep. #27 The Divine Possibility of Change w/ Eleanor Tweddell”
- Ep. #26 Knocking on Death’s Door: A COVID spiritual awakening w/ David ParisDavid Paris is a seven time acrobatic dance champion and an America’s Got Talent finalist. He is the author of A COVID Story which documents his 30 days in medical coma and 88 days in the hospital. In this episode, David shares his remarkable story of spiritual transformation that took place as he came face-to-faceContinue reading “Ep. #26 Knocking on Death’s Door: A COVID spiritual awakening w/ David Paris”
- Ep. #25 Creating Change and Embodying Your True Self w/ Nina CamilleNina Camille is a modern mystic, medicine woman, healer, teacher, mentor, and coach who guides people to discover their truest, freest, and most loving Selves. In this episode, Nina and I discuss how change and difficulty in life are opportunities for us to grow and deepen our sense of spirit. We often know what isContinue reading “Ep. #25 Creating Change and Embodying Your True Self w/ Nina Camille”
- Ep. #24 w/ Jewish Mysticism and The Tale of a Modern Prophetess w/ Evonne MarzoukEvonne Marzouk has spent her career in pursuit of inspiring others, making a difference, and bringing Jewish wisdom into the world. In this episode, Evonne and I go deep into discussing Jewish mysticism. Following the theme of Growing Into Your Gifts in Evonne’s novel “The Prophetess”, we discuss how wisdom teachings have impacted our livesContinue reading “Ep. #24 w/ Jewish Mysticism and The Tale of a Modern Prophetess w/ Evonne Marzouk”
- Ep. #23 The Amazing World of Neurosurgery w/ Dr. Kumar VasudevanDr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-eligible neurosurgeon based in Atlanta, Georgia who treats a wide variety of brain and spinal conditions. In this episode, Dr. Kumar and I discuss some of the latest innovations in neurosurgery. Some of the topics we discuss include deep brain stimulation, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), radiosurgery, neuroplasticity, and theContinue reading “Ep. #23 The Amazing World of Neurosurgery w/ Dr. Kumar Vasudevan”
- Ep. #22 Living with Fearless Freedom w/ Keith FraserKeith Fraser is the founder and pioneer of Cojones, the cheeky yet profound code for living successfully and authentically. In this episode, Keith Fraser and I discuss how having courage to speak your truth, embracing your authenticity, and living unapologetically can create a life of success. Central to Keith’s No. 1 Bestseller book Cojones: GrowContinue reading “Ep. #22 Living with Fearless Freedom w/ Keith Fraser”
- Ep. #21 Creator Culture w/ Danny DesatnikDanny is a strategic marketer and driven by curiosity. He works for #paid, an influencer marketing platform based out of Toronto. In this episode, Danny and I discuss a variety of topics relating to the current world of creators. With the coming of age of the internet, the world of possibilities for creators has exploded.Continue reading “Ep. #21 Creator Culture w/ Danny Desatnik”
- Ep. #20: How Sitting Quietly In God’s Presence Can Change Your Life w/ Dr. Brian RussellBrian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. In this episode, Dr. Brain Russell (Author, ProfessorContinue reading “Ep. #20: How Sitting Quietly In God’s Presence Can Change Your Life w/ Dr. Brian Russell”
- Ep. #19 Holistic Health and Dealing with Chronic Pain w/ Dr. Tracy DebiDr. Tracy Debi is a former holistic chiropractor turned intuitive guide & mentor for purposeful living. She is an entrepreneur, podcaster, coach, and healer. In this episode, Dr. Tracy and I discuss what it means to treat patients holistically – as a whole human being. The current model for patient treatment tends to primarily focus onContinue reading “Ep. #19 Holistic Health and Dealing with Chronic Pain w/ Dr. Tracy Debi”
- Ep. #18 The Neuroscience of Meditation and Cannabis w/ Dr Hilary MarusakDr. Hilary Marusak is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University School of Medicine and directs the THINK lab (www.wsuthinklab.com) . She is also an Adjunct Assistant. In this episode, Dr. Hilary Marusak and I discuss some of the latest neuroscientific research on how meditation affects variousContinue reading “Ep. #18 The Neuroscience of Meditation and Cannabis w/ Dr Hilary Marusak”
- Ep. #17 Dragged into The Light w/ Tony RussoTony Russo is a journalist, non-fiction author, and podcaster. In this episode, Tony and I discuss his latest book, Dragged Into The Light: Truthers, reptilians, Super Soldiers, and Death in an Online Cult. Being a human being is a strange experience where one is often looking for answers to the seemingly inexplicable oddities, challenges, andContinue reading “Ep. #17 Dragged into The Light w/ Tony Russo”
- Ep. #16: The Standing Meditation w/ Nate RifkinIn this episode, Nate and I discuss his most recent book on the life-changing Daoist meditation known as The Standing Meditation. For millennia, people have searched for methods and techniques to reduce suffering, master their mind, and find meaning and support in life. One of the ancient wisdom traditions, known as Daoism, offers a uniqueContinue reading “Ep. #16: The Standing Meditation w/ Nate Rifkin”
- Ep. #15: Mystical Experiences, Alien Encounters, Spirituality, and Universal Peace w/ Wajid HassanWajid has lived an interesting and varied life in many fields of endeavor. From a technical background as a Field Service Engineer, to stand up comedian with over twenty years as a union actor doing voice over, narration, commercials as well as TV and movie roles. He also encompasses over forty years experience in theContinue reading “Ep. #15: Mystical Experiences, Alien Encounters, Spirituality, and Universal Peace w/ Wajid Hassan”
- Ep. #14: The Creativity Process and the Opportunity for Freedom w/ Dave StevensDave Stevens is a husband, father, son, novelist, songwriter-for-hire, and corporate storyteller. He has a background in journalism, project management and psychology, and is passionate about creativity as a human lifeforce. Dave is curious about most things and is currently learning the piano. He dreams that one day creativity becomes an important world currency. In thisContinue reading “Ep. #14: The Creativity Process and the Opportunity for Freedom w/ Dave Stevens”
- Ep. #13: Paramedicine, ER stories, Critical Care, and Humanity w/ Katherine HambletonKatherine has a professional background in the fields of nursing and paramedicine and has worked in healthcare for nearly 20 years. In addition to holding her AEMCA, she holds a specialty in emergency nursing (ENCC) and a certificate in critical care. In this episode, Katherine and I have a great conversation on a variety of topicsContinue reading “Ep. #13: Paramedicine, ER stories, Critical Care, and Humanity w/ Katherine Hambleton”
- Ep. #12 Shaken Not Stirred: Living with Parkinson’s Disease w/ Larry LintonLarry Linton (B.A., LL.B., C.S) was progressing steadily through his career as a corporate immigration lawyer when, at the age of 49, he was confronted with a life altering event that changed his life forever. In this episode, Larry and I discuss his journey of living with Parkinson’s Disease over the last 10 years. WeContinue reading “Ep. #12 Shaken Not Stirred: Living with Parkinson’s Disease w/ Larry Linton”
- Ep. #11: A Modern Renaissance of Culture w/ Dr. Vidoll RegisfordDr. Vidoll Regisford is a competent psychotherapy and counselling practitioner, who has worked in a variety of clinical settings, senior management and executive roles. In this episode, Vidoll and I discuss the current challenges and transformations in culture around the world. Through compassion, empathy, and the divinity of the human spirit, we strive to changeContinue reading “Ep. #11: A Modern Renaissance of Culture w/ Dr. Vidoll Regisford”
- Ep. #10: Authenticity in Grey w/ Ross MacPhailRoss often wonders how he found his life’s passion and work when he was 73. At a time when most people have been retired for years, he was immersing himself in helping others find meaning in their changing and evolving lives. The journey to this stage of his life is far from traditional. However, hisContinue reading “Ep. #10: Authenticity in Grey w/ Ross MacPhail”
- Ep. #9: Finding the silver lining in a time of crisis w/ Bill TibboBill Tibbo is the president & CEO of Bill Tibbo & Associates. he is a clinical social worker, Corporate Clinical Consultant and Disaster Management Specialist. In this episode, Bill Tibbo and I discuss how people navigate change in their lives – both small and big. Major crises happen to everyone and dealing with the aftermathContinue reading “Ep. #9: Finding the silver lining in a time of crisis w/ Bill Tibbo”
- Ep. #8: Qigong and Meditation w/ Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. In this episode Chris and Shane discuss the ancient medicine, qigong (a system of coordinated body and breath movement), matching vibrational frequencies of the voice with different chakras and parts of the body, and the gift of animals as zen masters. Watch video version:
- Ep. #7: Meaning and Purpose w/ Debbie HomewoodDebbie Homewood is a Registered Psychotherapist and counsellor with 30 years experience in private practice and has three years experience as a full-time Pastoral Advisor. In this episode, Debbie and I discuss how people need, find, and create meaning in their lives using Viktor Frankl’s logotherapeutic techniques. Through awareness/mindfulness, we can use our innate freedomContinue reading “Ep. #7: Meaning and Purpose w/ Debbie Homewood”
- Ep. #6: Extraterrestrials w/ Chris DiCeccoIn this episode, Chris and Shane discuss Gopi Krishna’s experience with Kundalini energy work and thoughts about universal evolution. We also discuss alien encounters, Travis Walton’s abduction experience, and the possibilities of alien music. Hope you enjoy! Watch the video version:
- Ep. #5: Ancient Knowledge w/ Chris DiCeccoIn this episode we discuss the meaning in music, the power of wisdom, dealing with difficulty, foot art and more! Enjoy! Watch the video version:
- Ep. #4: Meet Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. We start this episode with a conversation about Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic. We then dive into some of our experiences with mysticism and spirituality, the power and influence of music, finding a path of passion to follow, psychedelics, and a few storiesContinue reading “Ep. #4: Meet Chris DiCecco”
- Ep. #3: The Magic of WaterIn this episode we discuss The Hidden Messages In Water, ancient Egypt, civilization and more! Hidden Messages in Water | Book by Masaru Emoto “In this New York Times bestseller, internationally renowned Japanese scientist Masaru Emoto shows how the influence of our thoughts, words and feelings on molecules of water can positively impact the earth and our personal health.”Continue reading “Ep. #3: The Magic of Water”
- Ep. #2: The Second ComingIn this episode we go deep on discussing emotions, mountains, and other mad topics! Watch the video version:
- Ep. #1: Head in the SandIn this episode, Shane dives into why music is so powerful, flying ostriches, psychological injury, and more! Watch the video version:
