Psyche Magic

On this very special episode, my dear friend Michael McMillian (actor, writer, creator and co-host of The Bigfoot Collector's Club Podcast) joins me to discuss one of our favorite creators of all time: the late, great David Lynch. We were blessed with a poignant Lynchian message via our tarot pull, discussed Lynch's appearances in both of our dreams, and our enduring love and reverence for his work and creative philosophies.Follow Michael's work and various projects here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On our latest episode, I interview Becca Neighbor: Astrologer and Singer-Songwriter about making sense of the Natal Chart (aka Birth Chart) in Astrology! Her intuitive method of reading the birth chart highlights key placements illustrating the blessings and challenges inherent in each chart, with the goal of enhancing self-awareness and self-compassion. We also discuss Becca's journey in navigating her neurodivergent brain, tarot and astrology as shadow work tools, and symbols of the divine feminine in dreams. Enjoy!Becca's song featured in the episode is “Losing Grip”Follow Becca's work and various projects here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More on Becca Neighbor: Twangy, laid-back melodies with a cosmic twist.Drawing from indie rock, folk, country, and pop influences, Neighbor's music is a glittery fusion inspired by the Wizard of Oz, her Taurus rising, Nada Surf's “Blonde on Blonde”, and Patsy Cline on vinyl.Neighbor's Nashville yellow brick road led her to tour managing outlaw country artist and “Highway Queen” Nikki Lane, who graciously gave her an acoustic set at the Stagecoach music festival in 2018. A few years later she managed Dualtone record label's artist curated vinyl subscription service Magnolia Record Club. When the tornado of 2020 kicked off her Saturn return she found herself back in Ohio for a few years to reconnect. In 2022 she made her eventual return to music city with a fresh perspective and a desire to create. Recently she has been helping behind the curtain of the local non-profit Girls Write Nashville, launching her astrology business, and will be releasing new music in fall of 2024! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this long-anticipated episode, I got to sit down with singer/songwriter Sam Burton to talk about the role that practices like Tarot and Jungian dream work have played in his personal growth and resulting creative endeavors/artistic career. We also discussed the evolution of his method of reading Tarot for others, and the delicate ethical considerations of this vulnerable but powerful work.Sam's song featured in the episode is “I Can Go With You”Follow Sam's work and various projects here and here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More on Sam Burton: Born and raised outside of Salt Lake City, Sam Burton moved to LA to pursue music. In the last year he toured with Loving and Jose Gonzalez. He recently wrapped up a three-week residency at Los Angeles' Club TeeGee, and will head out on the road with Weyes Blood and Indigo Sparke in the coming months.To coincide with the news of his signing to Partisan Records, Burton has released the new song “Maria.”“Maria” was produced by Jonathan Wilson (Angel Olsen, Father John Misty, Margo Price) at his Topanga Canyon Studio with some of the best studio players in LA, and perfectly showcases Burton's knack for mining pure Laurel Canyon AM gold. Pastoral string arrangements bloom in the background of Sam's striking honeyed vocals-like a modern-day Campbell, Orbison, or Nilsson.Together, Wilson and Burton achieve a sound that doesn't descend into retro pastiche, but rather becomes an evocative echo, a dream of the past. In scope, the music finds Burton using a far bigger canvas than on his acclaimed 2020 debut I Can Go With You, giving the emotions therein a new sense of urgency and intensity.The Psyche Magic Salon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this very special episode, I interview my dear friend and incredibly talented singer/songwriter Caroline Brooks aka BELLSAINT about her healing processes that helped her birth brave and powerful newest album: i used to be funny. We touch on themes of narcissistic abuse (both interpersonally and systemically) as well as religious trauma, and the healing and lifesaving power of art and creativity as a way of disrupting and challenging the debilitating shame dynamics these patterns tend to bring about. Follow Caroline's work and various projects here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More on BELLSAINT: With a unique sound that blends nostalgia with modern ferocity, BELLSAINT is a bold force of nature. Throughout her music career, she consistently returns to her earlier influences like Johnny Cash, @Dolly Parton, David Bowie, and @Stevie Nicks.The Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Caroline Brooks (BELLSAINT), born in Tyler, TX, has collaborated with artists including @Natalie Imbruglia, Charlotte Lawrence, @Sophie Simmons, CLOVES, & @The Script. Her music is featured in many commercials, including a Volkswagen Super Bowl ad, Adidas commercial, Marc Jacobs ad, and video games like Just Dance & Life is Strange. Her music has also been featured in various trailers and popular TV shows like @Little Fires Everywhere (Original Soundtrack), @Riverdale Soundtrack - All Songs, Pretty Little Liars, Shameless, The Handmaid's Tale, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Younger, Don Mancini's Chucky, Good Trouble, The Hills, Waco: The Aftermath, The Good Doctor, and The Vampire Diaries. Her first EP, @Technicolor Dream, won an Independent Music Award for Best Pop EP & her song Can't Stop A Woman won for best Adult Contemporary song.As a performer, she's shared the stage with artists such as Lord Huron, @Alec Benjamin, @The Lone Bellow, Katelyn Tarver, Ocean Park Standoff, & the Warbly Jets. She's also garnered praise from such outlets as The New York Times, Refinery29, Extra, Elle, Galore Magazine, and Us Weekly, and has charted on Billboard's Top TV Songs Chart.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this very special episode, I interview my dear friend: Dr. Sarah Bollinger! Sarah is a fellow Psychotherapist in private practice as well as an incredibly skilled potter, who has grown her once humble side-hustle, Slow Life Pottery, into a thriving second business. We discuss her commitment to nurturing her creative spirit across all aspects of her life and the ways she has maintained this inspiration and motivation. We also discuss the idea of both art and emotional healing as radical, activist practices, as well as her commitment to social justice. I also do an intro about my recent transition into new motherhood. It's a juicy one, y'all. Enjoy! Follow Sarah's work and various projects here and here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Psyche Magic Salon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On today's episode, I interview Judy Balan: Novelist, Writer, and Consulting Psychological Astrologer, about the convergence of two of my special interests: Jungian Psychology and Astrology! We discuss the power of working with astrological concepts archetypally vs. predictively in the context of Judy's fabulous book: Why Am I Like This? A Journey into Psychological Astrology. We also unpack a dream Judy had that initiated her into this exciting field, and I do an intro with more in-depth discussion of Jung's specific historical interest in astrology. Enjoy! Follow Judy's work and various projects here and here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Psyche Magic Salon is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode, I interview the fun and fabulous Elizabeth Su about her amazing deck The Adventure Tarot and her decision to center Asian-American women in this project, working to actively dismantle the lack of representation in spiritual spaces that have so often centered the white experience. We discuss undoing patterns of codependency, encountering shadow figures in dreams, navigating neurodivergence, and her journey of embracing and celebrating her mixed racial heritage as a form of inner teen healing.More from Elizabeth's bio: Elizabeth Su is the author and creator of The Adventure Tarot, a road trip-inspired deck about self-discovery, belonging, and celebrating Asian joy. She earned her master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University where she researched burnout and perfectionism. Prior to that, she was busy hustling for her worth at a Silicon Valley start-up. Her work has been featured in, among others, the Los Angeles Times, POPSUGAR, and Bustle and centers around topics such as self-love, intersectionality, and the multifaceted nature of being human.Follow Elizabeth's work and various projects here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode, Raven Robbins and I unpack the archetype of the Mother through the lens of both personal and collective experiences. We also discuss Jungian archetypes in a broader context and their significance on the esoteric path. We explore ritualized healing practices around creativity and reparenting the inner child, which can be incredibly potent at any life stage, and Raven describes her experiences during an extended “fasting” period away from media consumption. Follow Raven's work and various projects here and here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you for being here! Please share this episode with a like-minded loved one! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On today's new episode I got to interview Emily Weiner: visual Artist and fellow East Nashvillian, at her fabulous home studio! We discussed the distinctly Jungian and philosophical influence on her work, her creative process and career trajectory, along with her methods of incorporating both the personal and collective unconscious into her process — letting the layers of meaning unfold over time. Her dream she brought to discuss reflects the tension every artist must navigate between the institution and commerce around art vs. the authentic exploration needed to create truly resonant and enduring work. More from her bio: Emily Weiner's paintings consider the art canon through a feminist and Jungian lens. By reconfiguring symbols that have been recycled throughout the history of art, her work questions how archetypal images are shared across generations — and how familiar symbols might be reordered to generate new, collective understanding. Weiner approaches each layer of her painting intuitively, and by working in many layers of paint, finds synchronicity in combinations of colors, forms, and symbols. She creates multimedia frames to further demarcate spaces of suspended disbelief in each of her paintings. Follow Emily's work and various projects here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you for being here! Please share this episode with a like-minded loved one! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode, I interview Jungian life coach, dream worker, intuitive reader, and co-creator of the Dreaming Oracle: Melissa Grace! This is a deep-dive for my Jungian enthusiasts out there, as Melissa goes in-depth about her time-honored dream work techniques and the transformative power of the dream circle groups she runs regularly. We also discuss using oracle cards as a tool for building a relationship to the unconscious. I do an intro with a very special personal announcement, and discuss some basic Jungian concepts within the context of modern pop-psychology terms such as “shadow work.” Enjoy!Follow Melissa's work and various projects ⁠here and ⁠here!⁠⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychemagic.substack.com/subscribe

On this exciting episode, I interview Sarah Rodgers: Licensed Marital and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist, and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. We discuss her emphasis on experiential therapy modalities that involve a reclamation of creative expression as an essential form of emotional healing. We also touch on Somatic Experiencing and attuning to the wisdom of the body, as well as some incredible studies and statistics regarding the biological drive to play, and the attachment-based associations that derive from this key skill.  Follow Sarah's work and various projects here and here! ⁠⁠⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠NEW Jungian Tarot Sessions! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, I talk with Dr. Laura Anderson: therapist, trauma resolution and recovery coach, writer, educator, and creator, about her vast expertise in Religious Trauma. We shape the conversation around different facets of her newly published book: When Religion Hurts You: Healing From Religious Trauma and the Impact of High Control Religion. This is a subject I have wanted to discuss in depth on the show for quite some time, as healing from religious trauma has been a significant aspect of my own mental health journey. Laura and I discuss some of the nuances of religious trauma (such as purity culture, fundamentalism, and abusive dynamics of power and control) through the lens of our own personal experiences, but also broaden the discussion into psychoeducation about trauma in general, and dismantling some of the more common misnomers. I hope this conversation is helpful and healing to anyone who can relate.  CW: discussion of detailed themes of religious trauma throughout  Follow Laura's work and various projects here! ⁠⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠NEW 1:1 Dream Coaching⁠⁠⁠! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

We are kicking off 2024 with an extra special episode welcoming the always-enchanting Angie McMahon to the show! Angie has just released her second full-length album Light, Dark, Light Again, and joins me to discuss the creative process and healing practices that birthed this spellbinding and transcendent creation. Her emphasis on the somatic and the subconscious truly embodies so much of the intention behind our show, and the result is a giddy and delightful conversation from two like-minded (albeit geographically-challenged), adoring friends. Hope you love it!  Follow Angie's work and various projects ⁠here⁠! ⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠NEW 1:1 Dream Coaching⁠⁠! Join our weekly event series ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Saturday Salon ⁠⁠⁠⁠- one hour of communal creativity Saturdays at 11am CST hosted by Jordan via zoom! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, Ben Glover educates me about the world of Hypnotherapy, which is all about connecting to the subconscious to facilitate change on a deeper level. When working with his clients to help with things like smoking cessation, anxiety, and addressing creative blocks, Ben often engages the language of symbol as a means of communicating with the subconscious mind. We discuss lucidity and receiving guidance in dreams, as well as Ben's personal history and formal training in meditation practices that foster a sense of peace and inner connection. I also do an intro about the synchronicity of our recent visit to Ben's homeland: Northern Ireland. Enjoy!  ⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Ben's work and various projects here! ⁠NEW 1:1 Dream Coaching⁠! Join our weekly event series ⁠⁠⁠The Saturday Salon ⁠⁠⁠- one hour of communal creativity Saturdays at 11am CST hosted by Jordan via zoom! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, I interview freelance illustrator, designer, podcaster, and fellow Jungian enthusiast Allison Filice about her experiences with hypnagogic (or, "in-between") dream states, and how her subconscious mind directly inspires her art on a daily basis. Allison and I share a mutual enthusiasm for the intersection of spirituality, the healing arts, and creativity which is reflected throughout our conversation. We pull cards from her fabulous candy-colored Oracle deck, The Journey, which deftly combines imagery from both our inner and outer worlds to facilitate profound insights. I also do an intro about surrealist artists such as Salvador Dalí using hypnagogic dream work techniques to inspire their incredible creations. Synchronicities abound and we have a blast - hope you love it too!  ⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Allison's work and various projects here! Buy Allison's Oracle Deck, The Journey, here! NEW 1:1 Dream Coaching! Join our weekly event series ⁠⁠The Saturday Salon ⁠⁠- one hour of communal creativity Saturdays at 11am CST hosted by Jordan via zoom! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

Just in time for spooky season, on this episode I interview the fabulous Elena Box, Shamanic Death Doula and Comédienne, about learning to form a relationship to death and dying as an integral part of the life cycle. We discuss strategies and practices for managing and working with grief in its many forms and phases, as well as a powerful visitation dream from Elena's dad after his passing. Our discussion is held with a spirit of levity and laughter, holding space for the joy that exists alongside the sorrow. I hope it is helpful to you! CW: brief (not detailed) discussion of both pregnancy loss and loss of a parent periodically throughout the episode  ⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Elena's work and various projects here! Join our weekly event series ⁠The Saturday Salon ⁠- one hour of communal creativity Saturdays at 11am CST hosted by Jordan via zoom! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to ⁠Patreon⁠ subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

Welcome to Season 3 of Psyche Magic! On this episode, I interview Sarah Jane Chapman about body neutrality and unconditional acceptance, intergenerational trauma, and the intersection of astrology and tarot. We also discuss her amazing tarot deck - Be With Your Body Tarot. And, last but not least, I do an intro about some exciting updates about our newest offerings and changes to the format of our show! TW: brief mention of pregnancy loss - 1:40-2:30 Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Sarah Jane's work and various projects here and here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

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This is a sneak peek of our new segment we'll be rolling out in Season 3 (beginning September 2023) - Dear Dream Diary, where Patreon members can submit dream questions for me to read and answer on the show! This first installment features a discussion of a common (and frustrating!) dream theme called "The Impossible Task." Hope you enjoy it! Our Patreon is chock-full of exercises and guided meditations to help enhance your dream-work practices, and because we are on hiatus through the summer, you can access our backlog of content for FREE for the next four months until we start adding new content for Season 3. Join us! ⁠Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On our Season 2 Finale, I interview an extra special guest - Michael Mayo! Michael is an Evidential Psychic Medium, Co-Founder of The Oakbridge Institute - a Center for Mediumistic and Psychical Studies, and author of the new book Spirit Speaks - A Step by Step and Evidence-Based Approach to Genuine Spirit Communication.  Michael and I discuss an early dream he had foreshadowing his work as a Medium and, later, as a teacher of Mediumship Development. We touch on visitation dreams from loved ones who have passed away, dispelling fear of the spirit world, and insights about each of our own paths of spirituality. We also explore his book as a manual for those who are interested in developing their own means of spiritual communication. I do an intro where I tell a brief version of my own story that lead me to discovering and wanting to learn about mediumship as well. It's such a lovely conversation about a subject that's near and dear to my heart, and I hope you enjoy it!  TW: brief mention of suicide at 6:54; 8:10; 9:04 Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠⁠ Follow Michael's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this much-anticipated episode, I interview Myisha Battle, Clinical Sexologist and Sex and Dating Coach, about the fascinating world of sex dreams! We experiment with treating sex and the sexualized figures that may appear in our dreams symbolically, and tie this in with her work in sex-positivity and education. We also discuss her excellent new book - This is Supposed to Be Fun: How to Find Joy in Hooking Up, Settling Down, and Everything in Between. Hope it tickles your fancy! TW/CW: From approximately 40:24 - 45:40 we discuss the sensitive subject of sex dreams that can look and feel “incestuous” at first glance and unpack some of these symbols Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠⁠ Follow Myisha's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this uplifting episode, I interview Alyse Dusseault (@intuitively_alyse) - Grief Coach, Reiki Practitioner, and Intuitive, about her firsthand knowledge of deep grief as it informs her skilled and compassionate work. This involves empowering those who are grieving to cultivate creative and spiritual means of continuing their relationship with their loved ones, rather than adhering to the persistent and damaging societal narrative of “moving on.” She shares a powerful dream that introduced her to one of her spirit guides, and pointed her to deep healing work within multiple layers of her life and experiences. We also touch on Mediumship and working with “the clairs,” the various facets of our intuition or “sixth sense” that anyone can cultivate, and I do an intro expanding on these ideas a bit further.  Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more!⁠ Follow Alyse's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode I get witchy and chaotic with Lu, Founder and Executive Director of Housecraft Productions (@housecraftofficial). We discuss her craft, passed down through her matrilineal line, and their shared gift of precognitive dreams. She shares a powerful example of one such dream regarding a major turning point in her life, and this sense of contemplation and preparation that can come within these synchronistic moments. We also discuss her advocacy work and various creative endeavors as a celebration of her authenticity and purpose. I also do an intro with a Jungian take on precognitive dreams, sharing further research and ideas on this mysterious and magical subject. TW: brief mention of Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence as the subject of some of Lu's advocacy work (45:26 - 47:12) Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Lu's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this very special compilation episode, my guests and I discuss the groundbreaking use of dream sequences throughout one of our all-time favorite TV series: The Sopranos! My friends Eduardo Domenech (attorney and my original Sopranos shaman who introduced me to the show) and Michael McMillian (actor, writer, and co-host of the Bigfoot Collector's Club podcast) put our heads together about the lasting impact of the writers' choices to consistently integrate the dream realm of various key characters throughout the series, and our theory that the notoriously nebulous final scene may actually be a dream sequence (gasp!) We consult a key text: The Sopranos Sessions: A Conversation with David Chase to deepen our layers of inquiry and curiosity in celebration of a show so many of us still can't stop dissecting decades later. Enjoy! This goes without saying but just in case: there will be spoilers! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Michael's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On today's episode, I sit down with my dear friend and devoted artist, Garrison Starr! Garrison is a Singer-Songwriter who has dedicated her life to making music professionally. In our conversation, she shares her stories about her dedication to personal growth throughout various phases of her career as being essential to honing her craft. We talk deconstruction, reclaiming personal power, and the nuances of grief. I also do an intro about finding supportive community and my involvement in Al-Anon. Enjoy! PS - if you're not into weaving verbal tapestries of obscenity, you may want to skip this episode. Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Garrison's work and various projects here! The song featured in the episode is The Devil in Me by Garrison Starr As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, I chat with dear friend and fellow Psychotherapist Amy Gartenberg about dreams that tie in with parts of self, including the inner child, through the lens of IFS (Internal Family Systems Therapy). We expand this to an exploration of creativity as an expression of these parts, and a window into their health and functioning. I also do an intro about rekindling some of my own long-forgotten creative endeavors. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Amy's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

We're kicking off 2023 with a very special interview with John Christian Phifer: Executive Director of Larkspur Conservation and Natural Burial Ground. We discuss the nuances of natural/conservation burial, the death positivity movement, and the power of living in harmony with the life/death/life cycle. We also learn about the story of how Larkspur came to be such a meaningful refuge for people in our community, and John Christian's dreams representing his calling to expand beyond the constraints of the traditional funeral industry. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow John Christian's work and various projects here! Bury Me at Taylor Hollow - PBS Documentary about Larkspur As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

As a special holiday treat, we have compiled some of our favorite moments from Season 1 (September 2021 - April 2022) and put them together into one full-length episode. We are so grateful to those of you who have recently joined us, and to those of you who have been along for the ride since we started! Thank you for being here. This is also a great episode to share with someone who you think may enjoy the show! It really highlights what we're all about. We will be taking the month of December off to rest and enjoy the holiday season, and will be back with fresh Season 2 episodes in January! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Catalogue of guest clips for this episode: Section 1 (astrology/tarot/archetypes) - Episode 8 - Collective Dreams with TAIINA Episode 10 - Witchy Dreams with Raven Robbins Episode 4 - A Curious Future with Kiki Dombrowski Section 2 (making meaning from our dreams) Episode 6 - Dreams as Body Language with Valerie Martin Episode 15 - Resilience in Dreams with Sara Schuster Episode 5 - Intuitive Dreams with Raye Zaragoza Episode 9 - Nature Dreams with Erin Shrader Episode 3 - Saturn Return Dreams with Biz Colletti Episode 16 - Water in Dreams with Nat Roth Section 3 (spirit world visitations in dreams) Episode 7 - Spirit World Dreams with Allegra Rumbough Episode 11 - MANifestation with Brad Talley Episode 12 - Grief in Dreams with Erica Cullum Section 4 (twin dreams) Episode 2 - Twin Dreams with The Pfeiffer Twins Section 5 (dreams and creativity/interconnection) Episode 9 - Nature Dreams with Erin Shrader Episode 15 - Mediumship Dreams with Heather Visnesky Episode 1 - Man's Search for Meaning with Michael McMillian Section 6 (dream work exercises) Bonus Episode: Jung's Active Imagination Exercise Episode 9 - Nature Dreams with Erin Shrader Section 7 (various poetry and other readings) Episode 16 - Water in Dreams with Nat Roth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this truly prismatic episode, I interview Jane Grote, aura photographer and owner/head maven of Tertiary Sight here in Nashville! We talk about the role the color blue has played in her dreams and in her aura historically. She gives us all the juicy gossip about the fascinating history of aura photography, the science behind her camera, and the magic behind her intuitive readings. I also do an intro about the intersection of color theory and Psychology, quoting some of my favorite color field painters. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Jane's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, I interview Reiki Practitioner and Teacher Kindy Girdley about her journey in learning somatic healing practices and wanting to share them with others. We discuss her dreams with themes of interconnection and the ever-alternating roles of student and teacher. We touch on other modalities of healing such as chakra balancing, tarot, energy testing, and so much more! I also do an intro with a deep dive on reiki's historical and cultural context, as well as some information on the expanding integration of reiki across multiple branches of healthcare. Enjoy! **Correction: at 16:09, Kindy mentions the Craniosacral branches. She wanted to note that, while speaking about the Functional branch, she said “Bioenergtic," where the correct term would actually be “Biomechanical" Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Kindy's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This is a sneak peek of the upcoming chakra meditation series we'll be offering on Patreon. We'll begin with a root chakra meditation with custom 432 Hz music from our incredible editor, Misuzu Einaga (aka MissyMiss!) Please enjoy! Join us on Patreon to unlock bonus minisodes, detailed show notes, community events, and so much more! You can read more about healing frequency music here! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, dream worker, artist, and poet Taylor Johnson and I discuss a couple of her powerfully “big dreams” featuring archetypal characters. She describes how tracking her dream symbols have lead her to a recent career change, helped strengthen her activism, and even facilitated a better relationship with her canine familiar. She discusses a couple of her favorite dream work methods/practices, and I do a juicy intro about Jungian archetypes. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Taylor's work and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, I interview musical artist, songwriter, and wonderfully witchy intuitive Harper Grae! We discuss her religious deconstruction, integration of her queer identity, and the spiritual practices that sustain her in her roles of artist, partner, and mother. Harper teaches us about the methods she has crafted for intentionally working with her dream world as a means of staying connected to her ancestors and guides in the spirit realm. In honor of the arrival of spooky season, I also do an intro about the history of American Spiritualism in the Victorian era. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Check out Harper's music and various projects here! As a reminder, detailed show notes with all referenced material from the episode (as well as plenty of other fun bonus resources) are available to Patreon subscribers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, Tranyce Bryant and I discuss her dreams involving themes of self-discovery, sustainable activism and leadership. We talk about what it takes to engage within a community in meaningful ways over time, and the necessary self-care involved. In the intro, I tie in themes of the practice of creativity as being vital to both authentic self expression and ongoing social justice practices. Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Tranyce's work: Let's Talk Gardening Tru Talks Podcast Saturday Park Adventure Root Nashville tree-planting initiative --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Season 2 of Psyche Magic is here!! Our first guest is Robert DeSalvo, LCSW - Psychotherapist and co-founder of the Nashville Psychedelic Center. Together we discuss the future of psychedelic medicine as part of the landscape of evidence-based Psychotherapy, and how these medicines help to connect us to the unconscious and integrate the material we find there. Robert shares a dream that echoes his commitment to this aspect of the field, and we share some personal stories of how these medicines have helped each of us in our own journeys. I also announce our Patreon(!!) and share a song I co-wrote with Biz Colletti (who some of you may remember from Episode 3!) Enjoy! Psyche Magic Patreon, Website, Socials and more! Follow Robert's work here! Select research studies: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP): Patient Demographics, Clinical Data and Outcomes in Three Large Practices Administering Ketamine with Psychotherapy Long-Term Follow-Up Outcomes of MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy for Treatment of PTSD: A Longitudinal Pooled Analysis of Six Phase 2 Trials Efficacy and safety of Psilocybin-assisted treatment for major depressive disorder: Prospective 12-month follow-up --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Welcome to the Season 1 finale of Psyche Magic! This episode features my dear friend and fellow Psychotherapist, Nat Roth. We discuss different layers of the symbol of water in dreams: how this element has shown up for each of us in our dream lives, and the myriad messages it may carry. We also discuss IFS (Internal Family Systems Therapy, or parts work), especially The Inner Child, as well as our own personal journeys with cultivating and tending the spark of creativity in our adult lives. Nat reads us a lovely original poem, and I do a brief ritual in the intro to call in and work with the element of water. We will be back after a rest this summer with Season 2 in September! Follow Nat's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This is a guided meditation for releasing fear, originally included in episode 7, but posted as a separate bonus episode per listener feedback. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

My guest for episode 15 is Evidential Psychic Medium Heather Visnesky! Heather and I discuss each of our journeys with Mediumship, and the aspects that set Evidential Mediumship apart. We talk about her early mediumistic dreams and common shared dream themes, including a mysterious circular mall/hotel complex. We also discuss the importance of cultivating mindfulness practices for mental health. I do an intro in tribute to one of my favorite High School teachers who has since passed away, Señor Griffith, and make some exciting announcements about season 2 of the podcast. Enjoy! Follow Heather's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This exercise will help you experiment with Carl Jung's concept of Active Imagination. This is shadow work at its finest! Active Imagination is the conscious intention to engage the unconscious in waking life by focusing on some image from the psyche and letting it have a life of it's own. This is a fun one that's worth playing around with a bit. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Just in time for Spring: Episode 14 of Psyche Magic features Sara Schuster of Fox and Elder! Sara is a homesteader, herb gardener, and community herbalist. We discuss her dreams with themes of resilience, self-sufficiency, and seeking truth and beauty as powerful acts of resistance. She also introduces us to the symbolism of one of her favorite animal familiars: the fox. Sara offers us some useful tips on herbs to support mental and emotional health, and I do a mid-episode segment on herbs that can facilitate dreamwork practices. Enjoy! The Mystical Core of Organized Religion by David Steindl-Rast The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential Oils and More by Arin Murphy-Hiscock Follow Sara's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This is a guided meditation to get back into the body, originally included in episode 6, but posted as a separate bonus episode per listener feedback. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

In this solo episode, I discuss The Wizard of Oz as the ultimate dream sequence and a feminist example of the Hero's Journey in contemporary mythology. I also explore aspects of the film's cultural legacy: from its groundbreaking treatment of the archetype of the witch, to the eventual adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, Wicked. Enjoy! Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

In this bonus minisode, I'll guide you through a technique for "incubating" a certain question or problem to be worked on overnight in your dreams. Let me know if you try it out! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This episode of Psyche Magic features Certified Holistic Life Coach and fabulously witchy mama, Erica Cullum! Erica is a brilliant thinker, disruptor of oppressive systems, and skillful guide towards the essential sense of purpose we all seek. She and I dive into conscious parenting, traumatic grief, and the healing power of dreams. I also discuss James Hillman's acorn theory, and read a poem by W.B. Yeats. Trigger Warning: this episode touches on experiences with loved ones dying by suicide. A Letter to Rachel by Ram Dass Follow Erica's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

This is a combination of a guided meditation for grounding and relaxing before bed, as well as an affirmation-style exercise for remembering and working with your dreams. I will be releasing more guided meditations and dream work exercises as upcoming bonus episodes. I hope you enjoy them! Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On this episode, we welcome a dear friend and fellow spiritual seeker Brad Talley to the show! Brad is a Psychotherapist-in-training who conducts paranormal investigations in his spare time. He walks us through the role both waking and nocturnal dreams have had on his life, re-awakening a sense of mystery and possibility. We discuss magic, manifestation, and the power of thought. His powerful experiences with mediumship inspired a segment about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: examining the juxtaposition between his hyper-rational Sherlock Holmes character and his deeply personal and enduring dedication to the exploration of Spiritualism. Enjoy! Brad's Website and Documentary about The Octagon Hall can be found here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Please enjoy this meditation for seasonal depression - cultivating a sense of self-compassion, acceptance, and impermanence. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Episode 10 features the brilliant Raven Robbins! Raven is an occult teacher and spiritual guide, tarot reader, magical craftsperson, and co-owner of the fabulous Athame Metaphysical Shop and Educational Salon here in Nashville, TN. Raven describes a transformative dream and how it has impacted her ability to step into new and powerful roles in her life. We also discuss her claiming the title of "witch" and what this provocative word means to her as a form of identity. I do an intro in tribute to David Bowie, and create a poem from five special texts using his beloved "cut-up technique." Enjoy! Texts used in "cut-up" poem: 1. Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke 2. Goddess in Everywoman by Jean Shinoda Bolen 3. The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell 4. Upstream: Selected Essays by Mary Oliver 5. Women Who Run with the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estes Follow Raven's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Please enjoy this guided meditation for grounding and relaxation, drawing on the peaceful and stabilizing energy of the Earth. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

Welcome back to Psyche Magic! In this enchanting episode, Erin Shrader (The Rebel Herbalist) teaches us about the powerful role the natural world has played in her life, including her dreamscape. She also illustrates a couple of fascinating dream exploration techniques. I do an intro about Ecopsychology and an A-list dream segment about Rosalind Cartwright - Psychologist and author who was known for work in studying the dreams of women navigating divorce in the 70s. Erin's Dream Method #1 Series of questions to each of the main elements of the dream: —I am ________ —My purpose is ___________ —I like ________ —I dislike ___________ —My biggest fear is ______________ —My biggest desire is ______________ —I want to tell the dreamer ________________ Erin's Dream Method #2 (adapted from Carolyn Elliot's book Existential Kink) 1. Describe the dream in as much detail as possible 2. Translate - list each noun in the dream and translate it as if describing it to an alien 3. Write the Translated Story - subbing the descriptions for the nouns 4. Rhyme the Themes - Jot down elements in your life that seem to metaphorically rhyme with the themes of the story. 5. Sum it Up - Write at the top of a sheet of paper, “This dream is about…. On another level it's also about…. The thing I don't want to let myself know is….. What I'll take from this dream is……” Follow Erin's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message

On our last episode of 2021, my guest is spellbinding songstress TAIINA: songwriter, producer, and A+ student of all things esoteric. Join us as we discuss the creativity and motherhood, the collective unconscious, and the ways astrology has shaped her view of the world. I also introduce a new segment: Dream Bytes, where listeners share 1:00 snippets of their dreams via voicemail. We end the episode with a guided meditation for a restful night's sleep. Link to NYT article we discuss: Did COVID Change How We Dream? Follow Tatiana's work and various projects here Instagram: @psyche_magic Website: www.psychemagicpodcast.com Psyche Magic Playlist (Spotify) Want to share a dream with me? Feel free to leave me a 1:00 voicemail using this link. Your dream may be featured on a future episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jordan-hale1/message