Intellectual meets spiritual, a podcast about personal evolution, self work and adventures of consciousness. From Sex Magic to Chi 101, to peeling back the layers, dominate fear and manifest.
Dripping in green is the theme of this episode courtesy of guest Barbara Alvarado. A professional plant enthusiast and interior landscaper, she will turn your black thumb green. Francesca and Barbara get into the spirit of nature and the vast benefits it provides from mental health to physical pain and all the vibes in-between. Barbara shares some of her most potent green witchery, plant restoration, and herbal medicine that everyone can incorporate into their lives.
After a year hiatus, Francesca, Chelsea and OG guest Maia reunite for a Souper Moon, pun intended. A full moon night of soup making and fruit eating compliments their nostalgic return. The future of Dom U is also discussed. As usual, it's a spiritual, philosophical podcast adventure.
Multimedia artist, Kevin Newton, shares creative journeys and an introspective window of an art addict. From making art babies to having music as a best friend, his connection goes beyond the canvas to an examined life and philosophical experience. The flow of progress is a dominate theme in this episode with some bonus trips down different rabbit holes, in the spirit of transformation. This self-taught artist will inspire you with his processes and captivate you with his pieces.
Environmental advocate Amanda Pitzer joins from 'West by God," West Virginia. Fighting the good fight and keeping the water clean is a full time job. Amanda talks sustainability in coal country as well as the importance of investing in community. Sifting through the universal threads that connect society and influence human behavior, this episode transcends the illusive, wild and wonderful state. Â
Star Observer, Professor, Author and more, Brian Cudnik is interviewed by Sami and Francesca. Teaching Astronomy as well as Earth Science, Brian is equipped to take you on a ride out of this world and up on the latest space biz. From Solar Flares, the Starlink and Cone Cells, we peek planning, providing, and variability of perception. Coming back down to earth we face some hard truths on climate change. But when the science is presented as it is, facts are neutral. We have the opportunity to enlighten our way of life.
Writer and Comic, Lauren Sczudlo takes us from Teaching to Social Work, a crucially important adventure. Examining educational dynamics and the realms of punishment and reward, Francesca and her discuss real learning versus appearances. The understanding of trauma is crucial to the learning experience. This episode will have you thinking outside the box of our education system and fundamental human experience.Â
Straight out of the swing county and state that is Erie, PA, Bryan Pietrzak takes us deep into the great divide, holistically. Precipice is often used to describe the climate that is 2020 USA. As an Activist, Labor Union Speaker and District Politician, Bryan breaks down important history lessons relevant today. The election's fate falls heavy on Erie and Bryan is sought to speak on behalf. In a world where the unfollow button can be a saving grace, he reminds us most importantly to listen to each other.Â
Legendary Radio Host and Environmental Advocate, Tommy Hough joins Francesca on this crucial episode. Tommy gives history lessons on environmental responsibility and breaks down the legal system, enforcement and an endangered democracy. The original president of Democrats for Environmental Action, Tommy spits refreshing truth on both sides of red and blue, bipartisanship, media and how each and every one of us can grab reigns through the chaos and make a difference.
It's all about the Phoenix and rising from the ashes in this episode. Literal birth takes Francesca on a journey through shock and trauma, in a time beckoning all of us to examine, transform and find our next levels. Transforming chaos into action, one step at a time and a renewed perspective lead to a new series on Dom U. Power to the People. Blessed Be.
Actor, Podcast Personality and Fitness Guru Ashley Stauffer joins Francesca on this holistic episode. Ashley offers a nurturing approach to body work training her clients with mind body techniques rooted in Pilates and other holistic fitness modalities. They discuss the one tried and true fountain of youth plus Ashley shares the best of her spiritual toolbox, self-care techniques and energy work. Acting and self discovery through the arts round out this inspiring yet playful episode.
Sheldon Ginsberg, aka Unconscious Mind Whisperer, Energy Healer, Author, Inventor and more joins Francesca and even teaches her how to listen. The spaciousness of authentic human listening is something that doesn't come easily to all of us. This episode is a journey of awakening, working with our unconscious elements, mitigating life in a fight or flight society and healing our bodies as well as our minds. From mantras to mindfulness, this episode illuminates and might just blow your mind.
This timely episode features singer, songwriter and long time activist Rosy Nolan. She takes us from her Punk Rock beginning to her current Country Folk sound. Her intoxicating voice doesn't just enchant from the stage, her passion for conscious living and the music of the people is deeply rooted yet progressive. From day 1 of the LA protests, Rosy shares testimonies and conviction for all of us, to face our inner selves and be part of the change we so greatly need in the world.
Nicholas Minniti p.k.a. Doc Prop joins Francesca on this episode. A respected creative, Nick takes us from his early days of starting an indie record label to currently running a full-fledged entertainment business. In L.A. it is day 69 of lockdown and during a worldwide pandemic it's all about adaption as a business owner. Francesca has collaborated many times with the genius of Doc Prop as they announce their biggest creative collaboration to date, coming out later this year.Â
Eclectic Integration and Personal Power Hosts Sami and Francesca catch up on 2 months of a west coast lockdown. They share best adaptation practices to the chill pill that has been Covid 19 in America. From hustling to going with the flow to comparing and contrasting survival kits, online classes and robot shopping devices, this episode is a time capsule. Discussing the cataclysmic event that keeps scientists up at night turns into a beautiful discussion of Aurora Borealis from your world traveling adventure Dom.
Arielle Aquino, founder of The Sensualist, joins Illy on this inspiring Conscious Sexuality episode. Arielle's purpose in life is to help people discover their true sensuality. After realizing the need for community in a space where pleasure and sensuality are safe, she created The Sensualist. Discover Arielle's journey and ways to make even the little things more pleasurable, learning to trust your gut, creating sensual rituals, intimacy and eroticism. Get into your flow state with your true self.
Spiritual Teacher Melvin Boyce, known as Spoken Yoga joins Francesca on this healing episode. From acting, modeling, movies to finding yoga in Hollywood and calling in education, Melvin hasn't just done it all, he's earned profound wisdom in the process. Balance, nurturing feminine and masculine energy, passion for mental health, Melvin teaches everything from immediate trauma response, tapping into one's power for the arts and having a spiritual practice. Illuminating in the inner city and prestigious institutions alike, with students of all ages, Melvin's light is otherworldly. Enjoy the love, light, truth, mantras and native American flute serenade all on this ep, visit website for links and more. Â
On this Sex Magic Episode, Chelsea interviews Kinbaku legend Master K. Shibari rope work goes back to the 13th century, Samuri era. Kinbaku uses the rope technique for safe, sensual, erotic bondage raised to the level of high art in Japan. Master K has a profound presence and the wisdom of a true master, not just of the art but of the human experience. Enjoy the choreographed mutual dance and beauty that is this modality, from pleasure, endorphins and neurotransmitters, to the doors of the subconscious mind and beyond. Website has links.
Mari Loth, a rockstar Illy calls sexual genius joins for this Sex Magic episode. Renowned photographer, poet, artist and more, Mari shares some of her adventures, from traveling across the country, to publishing a book, to editing porn in a Sex Dungeon. This episode is highly entertaining even to the less exploratory type. Glowing with light, her evolved consciousness illuminates the business side of art, the practical side of sex work and an earth shaking depth of spirituality bestowed to our sexual nature.
Leo Christov-Moore, Neuroscientist, Artist, Musician, Spiritualist and all-around Unicorn of a human being joins Illy on this mind blowing sex magic episode. One of Dom U's best to date, journey from BDSM and magic, randomness and ritual, to the subconscious and conscious mind. Don't mistake the clock for the time and enjoy the glorious climax of neurotransmitters and meditation. Â
An extra juicy sex magic episode brought to you by Illy with special guest, film maker Giovanna Cassese. From story telling to spirituality, higher selves and egos, orgasms and gender roles, this episode is hilariously sexy and philosophical. The creator of the short film "Faking it" will have you questioning "the koolaid" and inspiring authentic intimacy at the same time.
The girls followup to the All Men Coup d'état, recorded at the same time, different place and with vastly different perspectives and talking points. Illy, Maia and Francesca give their propers to the glory of the male species but also the Goddess and evolving sisterhood too. Connecting with other human beings, spotlight on men post #metoo, societal shifts and good story telling round out this episode as the Podcast enters a more non binary period. Alpha-ness, boundaries and self awareness bring it on home, reflecting on recent lessons, strengths and weaknesses.Â
Enjoy a woke male perspective on this followup Podcast to the Anniversary one, where we first introduced our spouses from behind the scenes. Both sound engineers, they are the reason for the sound quality on Dom U. Alex, partner of veteran guest Maia joins Nick and Ryan with lots of laughs as the guys answer questions. All 3 have acted and made music together so enjoy the Bromance. Everything from Theology, Self Love, Toxic Masculinity, Sex Ed, what fascinates them most about women and more are delved into!
Get to know Sex Magic Office Holder Illy as she's interviewed by Francesca. Boundless is a fitting word for this real life Dominatrix and Holistic Healer. She practices Shamanism, sound healing, is an accomplished singer, songwriter, designer, model, photographer, actor and more. Discover her journey from learning to delegate, renewing her femininity shaving her head, and casting real spells with her band Illy and the Spells. The major content creator of Dom U, tune in for hints finding the site's Easter egg.
In creating the world you want to see, it starts with you. Leading by example, Keisha Hunter, also known as Mokah Soulfly sprinkles her magic all over this episode. Singer, rapper, entrepreneur, mother and all around badass she shares her wisdom and impeccable logic on balance, yin and yang, faith and manifestation, self care and feminism. Travel down the rabbit hole in this episode from quantum physics and spirituality to professionalism and excellence in the art world, Keisha holds the space.Â
Special guest and dancer Rocky joins Illy to talk all things Sex Magic, Conscious Sexuality. The secret language of Vagina and other public service announcements are dropped like they're hot. Tendency to get naked, liberating and navigating our sexual energy plus defining boundaries are some of the many holistic explorations of this episode, ripe with epiphanies and amusement.Â
Welcome to an Art and Craft Renaissance with Samantha and Amy of Stitch Space. Stitch Space is a sewing and Fiber Art Studio in Los Angeles. Amy and Samantha, not only teach sewing and other timeless arts but facilitate creativity and personal expression in the community. After taking some of their classes, we had to bring em on Dom U to talk about the importance of arts and crafts in our lives, not only for the meditative, healing and blissful moments they bring but also for the social connection that we all need as human beings. People have no idea what they are really capable of creating until they try. Whether or not you consider yourself artsy fartsy, live in LA or have ever desired to create with your hands, this episode brings passion, community and chemistry. Enjoy these two creators and entrepreneurial partners on an elevating adventure!Â
Tis the witching hour, midnight, Francesca and Sami go back to the beginning, witches, medicine woman, healers connected to the natural world. Whether you manipulate energy or practice ritual magic, this episode looks at different modalities, tools of the trade with Sami and Franny’s generally speaking, punk witch attitude. Everything from energetic vacuums, holding space, visualizations, vibrations, herbs and more add to their modern witch methodology. As above so below, psychic bitch slaps and boundaries for empaths take this episode from the darkness of night to the space where light workers unite.
Welcome back to Sex Magic, with Illy and her special guest Tanya, for an adventure into the realm of passion, creativity and self discovery. The only thing that over shadows the non stop humor in this episode is the deeply profound spiritual wisdom. From being a musician to working in the sex industry, Tanya deprograms unworthy stereotypes and dogmas with the light of conscious living and her own unique badassery. From female comradery in the porn industry to learning how to get out of your own way, we're reminded to connect with our authenticity. "You're only ever in competition with yourself."Â
Award winning sales person and the Dean of Dom U, offers sales fundamentals from an esoteric perspective you'd expect out of this Podcast. Interviewed by Illy, Office of Sex Magic, Francesca asks you to clarify first and foremost to yourself, what you bring to the table. From this often wage-gap-eliminating, female friendly profession, to refusing to take no from life, this episode takes you deep down the rabbit hole. Often referencing the ancient Chinese oracle system of I-Ching, Francesca shares many of her secrets. From her Fairy Godmother Guru to the question all your clients will ask, what's in it for me? Illy also shares wisdom like "no didn't hurt me" and I was doing sales this whole time and didn't know it. The two bring the art and science of sales to a spiritual underground and command the rise of an artistic revolution! Â
Illy from the Office of Sex Magic interviews an amazing human being, Nicole, a transgender, disabled woman takes us from winning medals in National Track Para Olympics to the Tech world and finding common ground with all people. From rebirth to vulnerability, to learning how to enter into a relationship with yourself before you can learn to love other people, this episode is heartfelt and elevating at the same time. Nicole will inspire you with her poignant ability to describe the dynamics of human relationships and the journey we all explore together and individually.Â
Sami from the Office of Personal Power joins Francesca to talk about the only thing she knows, which is that she doesn't know. Heavy on the philosophical plane, we go from Sami's missed calling as a cult leader to regionality in evolution, quantum leaping and the fate of the earth. From the political sandbox to romancing supernova explosions and astral plane toe dipping, this episode starts with the topic of healthy skepticism versus mysticism and offers balanced perspectives from two seemingly opposite friends.
Actress, Singer, Bruja, and more, Lupe illuminates Dom U with her light. Discussing with Francesca the benefits of meditation, owning your worth, intersectional feminism, sisterhood, this episode beams with life changing reflections. From learning about herself at massage school to Pussy Power at the School of Womanly Arts, Lupe brings a grounded energy, just as beautiful, as it is fearless.
From the Office of Personal Power, Sami A Saurus is back to talk all things Astrophysics, the most Punk of the Sciences. In this episode travel around the solar system with the philosopher, world traveler, space enthusiast and all around brilliant OG witch that is Sami. From referencing Hawking to the passionate debate on whether Pluto is a planet to simply remembering that we are part of something magical and bigger than ourselves, Sami takes decades of research and puts it into a nut shell for those of us who love outer space but don't have time to read entire lectures on it.
Bringing home the 1 year anniversary with a bang and a lot of spilt Champagne, Francesca and Chelsea bring their male partners from behind the scenes, the guys who make Dom U sound great. From sound engineering to technical maintenance these guys are crucial to our girl power platform. Seasoned guest Maia, episodes Mirrors and Meditation and Sex Monumental joins with her partner Alex, a creative genius. Find out the guy's fav podcasts, vulnerability, partnership and the best thing about dating a witch. Play the Mercury Retrograde Drinking game for an enhanced listening experience.Â
Dani Quick Draw Smith is a multi best-selling author, artist, comic creator and more. She brings OG witch tips to Dom U, blows minds with her awe inspiring creations and talks feminism as the mother to a son and as a female artist in the male dominated world of comics. The Black Dog and Rebel Rose author writes and draws so sensually and violently, she's often assumed to be male.Â
It's all about that Chi in this episode. Revered Acupuncturist Shannon Finnesy joins Francesca to discuss why Chinese Medicine has been used for several thousand years and still continues to awe western doctors who don't quite understand it, yet know it works. From Big Pharma's strenuous attempts to beat placebo, to the power of our minds, this would be heady episode is grounded beautifully by Shannon's loving holistic healer approach.Â
Named one of the top 50 psychics in the US, renowned intuitive healer Kathryn Schiff shares some of the philosophies of her work with Francesca, her student. They talk about everything from the overlap of past, present and future to Edgar Cayce and parallel universes. Enjoy the light, liberation and freedom to know and heal thyself.
Minds will be blown as Bella from the Sex Magic Podcast joins Illy from Dom U's Office of Sex Magic. Travel to another dimension where holding space is business as normal, healing is communicated, and having grace is evolution. A Doula turned full time BDSM educator and witch shares some of her best tips to overcome sexual baggage and live their best lives.
Kat Davies, founder of Magickal Mavens, joins Francesca to talk about all things witchy and evolutionary. From building a spiritual community, to surviving as an empath and professional, Kat introduces her inclusive online community and favorite witch tips!
Maia returns to Dom U and squirts wisdom all over the Office of Sex Magic. Monumental sex energy, intention setting, vulnerability, bonding, and more. Pun intended. Brought to you by the one and only Illy, who might just teach y'all how to slap each other in the face.Â
Enjoy the extremely articulate human that is Jay with Illy of the Office of Sex Magic. Using or not using your voice, a profound journey through transformation and identifying as a pan sexual. Walk in another's shoes for a moment and be inspired.
First Dom U of 2019, explore how your diet may contribute to health with board certified holistic nutritionist Carrie Bonfitto. Plus Francesca confesses her chocolate and cheese addictions. Taking care of yourself can be harder than taking care of others. Carrie reminds us how to take an active role. She's an expert with natural hormone balancing too. Conscious eating can have an emotional impact, Carrie offers a realistic and practical approach and honors the cultural significance of food in our lives.
"True magic is having control over your emotions and harnessing your energy to manifest your desires." Two Bach Flower Essence Practitioners talk about this esoteric healing modality.
Practicing therapy without a license as most hairdressers do, an elder soul in a millennial body talks self care, synchronicity and much more.
Sandra Newman, award winning wine maker and Goddess of Plant Science, takes Francesca on a tour of the 100 acre paradise that is Forbidden Fruit Orchards. Cebada Wine, the most enchanting wine out of the Central Coast.
Illy from the Office of Sex Magic talks to Kathleen a midseason Goddess and modern Witch about the Queendom of Midseason Women, healing through trauma, and manifesting peace and self love.
Katie from EH radio joins Francesca for a philosophical and academic discussion on gender, identity, expression and variation with the usual dips down the rabbit hole including Yin,Yang, and Stardust.
Sexologist Erin Cadet calls in from NYC to talk to Francesca in LA on sex, communication, #metoo and moving forward. Tune into Erin's brilliant insights that are both cutting and elevating at the same time.Â
World performer, multimedia artist and renowned belly dance performer and teacher Adelaide Marcus joins Francesca to talk art expression even for novices, belly dance for the bedroom, fertility, kundalini and more. Plus sisterhood and being the role models we need in the world.
A sexy edition dedicated to sex health and full understanding of our creative energy. Inspiring personal intimacy and mindfulness in sexual adventures, energy work, chakra health and owning the power which is yours to harness.
From the Office of Personal Power, world traveler, and multidimensional artist, musician, creator badass, Sami shares the ins and outs of shaping destiny and being a conscious creator of your reality with Francesca.