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Covino & Rich talk some crazy MLB facts, & the NFL Pro Bowl! What else in sports & life needs to die? Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the laughter, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' gets your streams set!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Covino & Rich highlight the Gamecocks QB1 has no classes this semester! He only has an internship at a local driving range! The guys laugh about dumb classes they had & take calls. An on-air steak bet arises! Big Mike may be grounded. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the fun, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' gets your stream set! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You might think a healthy brain starts and ends in your head – but there are miles and miles of neuron fibers that connect your brain with nearly every corner of your body. Why a healthy brain needs a healthy body. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
A tunnel. A bright light. Reuniting with deceased loved ones. Many people who have near-death experiences have remarkably similar stories. Why? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
Church conflict is inevitable, but how should Christians actually handle it? In this episode, hosts Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner dive into Matthew 18 explained through the lens of accountability, reconciliation, and protecting the vulnerable. They unpack why Jesus pairs this teaching with the parable of the lost sheep and what that reveals about who the text is really trying to protect. The conversation also covers Ezekiel 33's watchman imagery, the Exodus 12 Passover narrative, Psalm 119, and Romans 13's call to put on the armor of light.Whether you're preaching this Sunday or just want a richer grasp of these lectionary texts, this discussion offers practical, pastoral insight you can bring straight into your sermon prep.
What happens when preachers get their first-ever shot at Feast of Creation texts? Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders dig into Season of Creation preaching for this brand-new addition to the lectionary. They explore John 1's cosmic logos, wrestle with chaos and order in Genesis 1, and unpack Genesis 2's dust-formed humanity. The team connects Psalm 148's cosmic praise to Paul's Areopagus speech in Acts 17. They challenge preachers to move beyond creation care language toward genuine relationality with the wider web of life. Scholars like Ellen Davis and Rabbi Julia Watts Belser inform the conversation throughout. Preachers gain fresh angles on humanity's place within creation, not above it. Watch for practical insights you can bring straight into your Season of Creation sermon. Subscribe for weekly lectionary commentary from Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave team.Find Out More About the Feast of Creation
Voyager 1 and 2 have been flying through space for 49 years, with recordings of Bach, Mozart and Chuck Berry on them. Today I look at how this came to be, as well as the first flute to be played off planet. Grma xInline G Merch ⭐️www.Inlineg.myshopify.comInline G Patreon ⭐️www.patreon.com/TheInlineGFlutePodcastInline G will ALWAYS be free of charge, but signing up to the Patreon helps let this podcast reach new heights, if you can afford it. You'll also get to ask questions to upcoming guests as well as get early access to some episodes. Or if you'd rather not spend money, subscribing to my YouTube channel and following me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is a HUGE way to support the podcast. It'll cost you nothing, and it really makes a difference to the algorithm gods. So please interact however you can; like, comment, or subscribe, and help keep this podcast lit xIntro music: Rhythm=Power by Spodo Komodo. Used with permission. All rights reserved by the creator.Chapters:00:00 - Internet Fame and a Dutch Lad04:31 - Dirty Pics for Aliens12:35 - Music For Aliens19:01 - Brainwaves and ISS Flute Gigs
The rate at which artificial intelligence is able to replicate human behavior has increased in recent years. Does that mean it's thinking like us? In the third episode of "Brainwaves," what artificial intelligence teaches us about our own capacity for thought. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
In this episode of Unashamed, Unafraid, Sam and Austin welcome clinical hypnotherapist and master hypnotist Erin from familiesgettinghelp.com. Together, they explore how hypnotherapy functions as a powerful, non-traditional tool in sexual addiction recovery. Erin dispels common pop-culture myths surrounding hypnosis, breaks down the neurochemistry of shame, and demonstrates how tapping into theta brain waves allows clients to rewrite subconscious beliefs formed in childhood. The conversation dives deep into both bottom-up approaches—like shifting core identity and future pacing—and top-down somatic tools you can use in real-time to manage temptation. Whether you are struggling with unwanted behaviors or supporting someone who is, this episode offers actionable insights on integration, emotional regulation, and step-by-step healing.---Families Getting Help helps people break free from the subconscious patterns that drive pornography use, rebuild trust and stronger relationships, and change the inner dialogue that keeps them stuck in unwanted patterns.Learn More: FamiliesGettingHelp.comBook Your Introduction Call Now: https://familiesgettinghelp.com/#ghl-calendar. Discount code: UNASHAMEDFree Automatic Impulse Control Video: Want the free workshop where you learn how to automatically turn down a temptation? Go here - https://help.familiesgettinghelp.com/turndowntemptationsnow ----Make a donation and become an Outsider!Follow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTokSubscribe to our YouTubeCheck out our recommended resourcesWant to rep the message? Shop our MERCH! For more inspiration, read our blogDo you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! contact@unashamedunafraid.comTimestamps03:40 - Introducing Guest Erin & Demystifying Hypnotherapy Basics08:33 - The Role of Shame, Dopamine Loops, & Neurochemistry in Addiction12:00 - Brain Waves, Subconscious Memories, & Rewiring Neural Pathways17:15 - Comparing Hypnotherapy to EMDR & Sam/Austin's Personal Experiences24:20 - Bottom-Up Identity Shift vs. Top-Down Somatic Recovery Tools27:50 - Automatic Impulse Control Demonstration: Using Somatic Tools for Urges32:55 - Connecting with Erin (FamiliesGettingHelp.com) & St. George/Zoom Services36:30 - Personal Readiness, Emotional Maturity, & Taking Recovery Ownership41:15 - Advice for Families, Final Takeaways on Identity, & Episode Sign-Off
When the world feels heavy, from global headlines to everyday pressures, knowing how to get through a bad day is very important. Dr. Gayle Smerdon, author of ‘The Bad Day Playbook: What to do when everything sucks', explores practical ways to reset in these uncertain times. Dr. Gayle, a sociologist, consultant and author, is today's guest on our radio show Brainwaves.
Consciousness is how we are able to feel, dream and imagine. And yet -- scientists haven't figured out how consciousness definitively works. What we know, what we don't and what that tells us about our brains. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
The brain is the organ that makes us who we are. It's our conduit between reality and thought. But somehow, we've only scratched the surface in understanding how the brain actually works. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
The brain is the organ that makes us who we are. It's our conduit between reality and thought. But somehow, we've only scratched the surface in understanding how the brain actually works. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint
Covino & Rich finish up their NFL clarity & confusion topic! With the Raiders in the headlines, Rich gives them the Schedule Watching treatment! A-Rod needs to be activated for a game? Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the laughter, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' kicks in!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
West Coast or East Coast, which one actually wins? Jason makes his case for the West: Vancouver, the mountains, and those Pacific sunsets that drop right into the ocean. Barry rides recency bias straight to the East after a lobster-fueled trip to Halifax.Along the way: the laid-back coastal state of mind, the Rocky Mountaineer, the hotel that may have inspired The Shining, Jason's surprising love affair with edamame, and a lobster roll debate that gets far more heated than two grown men should allow.East or West, where do you land?Brainwaves with Jason and Barry. Two GenX guys figuring out midlife one pointless debate at a time. New episodes weekly.
What if the thoughts you think aren't facts—but deeply programmed patterns running beneath your conscious awareness?In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Carlin for a powerful conversation about Theta Healing, brain waves, subconscious programming, and the journey from constantly chasing healing to creating lasting transformation.In this episode, you'll discover:Stephanie's journey toward Truth MasteryWhy your thoughts aren't always factsHow beliefs shape identity and behaviorWhy chasing healing can keep you stuckEpisode Resources:Stephanie Website: https://www.stephaniecarlin.com/Stephanie Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FuFHTsRtOAbq5HWwV8MUf
"One day is a mental marathon, and so it is very difficult for the brain to be the best version of itself for everything. You don't have to be— your average is good for average experiences. Your best is needed for your most important experiences." —Dr. Izzy Justice The 10 Hertz brain state is the frequency neuroscientist Dr. Izzy Justice says separates your best decisions from your worst ones — and it's hiding in plain sight, 10 to 20 seconds away at any moment. After running more than 18,000 wireless EEG brain scans on everyone from NBA players to executives to trauma survivors, Dr. Justice discovered that peak focus, deep empathy, and total presence all cluster around the same low-noise brainwave frequency: roughly 10 Hertz. In this conversation with host Justine Reichman, Dr. Justice explains why wireless EEG technology changed how we understand the brain, how trauma physically "polarizes" specific neurons decades after the event, and why the fix isn't suppressing the memory but giving it a final chapter. He also walks through three practical neurohacks — techniques that take seconds, require no equipment, and can be used mid-conversation, mid-pitch, or mid-panic. This episode is for anyone who has ever felt foggy under pressure, reactive in a stressful moment, or unsure why their body remembers things their mind has tried to forget. Key Takeaways: Peak human performance and full sensory presence both happen near 10 Hertz, a measurably low-noise brain frequency — not a mindset or personality trait. Trauma creates highly "polarized" neurons that stay dormant until a matching sound, smell, or sensation reactivates them, sometimes decades later. You don't need to be your best self all day — reserving these techniques for one or two high-stakes moments daily is enough. The 10-10 technique (count fast to 10, then slow back to one) shifts brain state in about 20 seconds using nothing but your mind. The palm-tap technique and 4-2-8 breathing pattern each take 10 to 20 seconds and can be done anywhere, anytime. Healing trauma isn't about erasing the memory — it's about writing a final chapter where the experience serves a purpose. Listen to the full conversation and subscribe to Essential Ingredients so you never miss an episode: https://tinyurl.com/Essential-Ingredients-Podcast Meet Izzy: Dr. Izzy Justice is the Chief Neuroscience Officer at Neuro580, a groundbreaking company at the forefront of human performance, sports psychology, and mental training. As a pioneering Sports Neuroscientist, he has certified over 300 coaches worldwide and has worked with elite athletes across multiple sports, many of whom have gone on to win Major Championships and Olympic Medals. Dr. Justice is the creator of Neurohacks-rapid, science-backed techniques that remove mental distractions, boost focus under pressure, and help athletes access the flow state in real time. With over 18,000 EEG-based functional brain scans conducted during live performance, he brings unmatched insight into golf neuroscience, mental toughness, and brainwave management for peak performance. As a consultant and executive coach, Dr. Justice has helped over 30 CEOs and dozens of Chief People Officers unlock leadership mindset, drive business performance, and build cultures of resilience through neuroscience. From Zambia, Africa, and based in the U.S. for the past 40 years, Dr. Justice is the Best-Selling Author of 10 Books, including his latest, Your Brain Swings Every Club (Foreword by Brad Faxon), which bridges the gap between golf focus techniques, emotional control, and personal mastery. Website LinkedIn Instagram X YouTube Connet with Neuro580: Website LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Podcast Chapters: 01:03 Meet Dr. Izzy Justice: From Boardroom to Brainwaves 04:10 How Wireless EEG Technology Changed Brain Science 08:32 Redefining Trauma as a Neuroscience Problem 14:03 The Mothers Who Turned Grief Into Purpose 19:55 The 10 Hertz Scale: Why Less Brain Noise Wins 28:22 The 10-10 Neurohack for Instant Focus 30:26 The Palm Tap: A 15-Second Calm Reset 33:00 The 4-2-8 Breathing Technique 41:10 What We'll Understand About the Brain Next 42:45 Key Takeaway: Longevity Starts With Your Brain Resources: Book Life Explained: Chasing 10Hz by Dr. Izzy Justice THE PRIMES ✨ You're more capable than you have ever been, and somehow more invisible than ever. You keep handing out advice you do not take yourself. You keep saying 'after this next thing' to your own life, and the people around you have no idea because, from the outside, everything looks fine— that is exactly what The Primes was built for.
Covino & Rich's theme of "seize the moment" continues! They talk things that are harder than they look, & Chapman gets a crazy gift from a fan. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the laughs, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' sets up Covino's birthday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We put every franchise we love on trial. Which ones deserve to die, which ones need saving, and which will we defend forever even when they don't deserve it?It starts with the new Masters of the Universe (Barry's one-word review: betrayal) and spirals out into Mission Impossible, Batman, Star Trek, Doctor Who, and the one Jason's secretly tired of that might surprise you. We even try to guess each other's all-time favorite along the way.Nobody wins. Everybody has opinions. You'll leave with a hot take you didn't have before.Brainwaves is two GenX guys figuring out midlife one pointless debate at a time. New episodes weekly.
What does it really mean to take up your cross and follow me? On this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Karoline Lewis, Cody Sanders, and Matt Skinner dig into Matthew 16:21-28 for the 14th Sunday after Pentecost. They unpack Peter's stinging rebuke, get behind me Satan, and wrestle with how self-denial can be twisted into self-obliteration when it's ripped from Christian community. The hosts also explore Jeremiah's raw prophetic complaint, Moses and the burning bush as an everyday encounter with God, and Paul's practical call in Romans 12 to overcome evil with good. This conversation offers preachers a grounded, honest take on discipleship, suffering, and hope. Listen now for fresh insight on take up your cross and follow me, then head to https://www.workingpreacher.org/podcast-type/sermon-brainwave for full commentaries and more preaching resources.
Covino & Rich talk summer blockbusters! Are Tom Holland & Zendaya having the best year of any power couple ever? Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the laughter, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' holds you down!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders unpack Peter's confession and explore what testimony means for the pulpit. The hosts debate the ambiguous "rock" in Jesus's response and connect it to public confession. They turn to Exodus 1 and celebrate the disobedient women who save Moses' life. Shiphrah and Puah's story sparks a conversation about how theologians across history have judged their lie to Pharaoh. The team also discusses Psalm 138 as a formational prayer and Romans 12's call to live sacrificially.
Episode SummaryOto sits down with Hakeem Anwar — founder of #TakeBackOurTech and Above, a privacy-first phone, laptop, and communications company — to map out exactly how the surveillance system works and what people can actually do about it.They trace Hakeem's path from a decade-deep conspiracy rabbit hole through a big-tech career to founding Above after COVID convinced him he was "coding his own prison."From there the conversation covers the AI data center boom (and the free tool Hakeem built, aidatacentermap.org, to track its water and power use), Palantir's "unified surveillance" model, the push toward digital ID, why he's grown wary of Bitcoin's transparency, and a live demo of de-Googled phones, offline maps, and the F-Droid app store.They close on Hakeem's long-term vision: small communities running their own local servers and mesh networks, fully independent of Big Tech.Chapters / Timestamps(Shifted +1:05 to account for the trailer at the top of the episode)00:00 – Trailer01:05 – Intro & Hakeem's Red Pill Moment03:05 – Rabbit Holes: From Conspiracy to Big Tech04:05 – COVID, Freedom Cells & the Pivot to Above08:05 – Why Privacy Matters: From Snowden to Data Brokers10:05 – Brainwaves, EEGs & Where the Surveillance Line Stops11:05 – The Data Center Boom: Four Theories on Why13:05 – Inside AIDataCenterMap.org: Mapping Power & Water Use16:05 – The Hidden Cost: Heat Islands & Water Wars17:05 – San Marcos, Texas: How One Town Pushed Back19:05 – Arizona's Data Center Gold Rush21:05 – Wi-Fi Sensing, EMF & the Surveillance Feedback Loop26:05 – Palantir & Unified Surveillance28:05 – Digital ID: Why Nigeria Is Getting $200M to Build It29:05 – Terms & Conditions: What Are You Really Agreeing To?31:05 – Going Private: Why Oto Is Ready to Ditch His iPhone32:05 – Inside F-Droid: The Open-Source App Store34:05 – Is Bitcoin Compromised? A Privacy Maximalist's Take38:05 – Forking Bitcoin: 35,000 Versions & What That Means41:05 – Demo: Reading the "Nutrition Facts" on Your Apps43:05 – Offline Maps & Passive GPS: How It Actually Works45:05 – Wi-Fi Sensing & Seeing Through Walls47:05 – Above's Movement: Hundreds of Thousands Going Private49:05 – Layer Zero: Mesh Networks & Replacing the Internet52:05 – Encrypted Chat, Phone-Over-Internet & Video Conferencing54:05 – The Power of Taking the First Step in Your Community58:05 – Sourcing, Repairability & Above Protect Insurance59:05 – Vision: Community Server Farms & Sovereign Computing1:01:05 – People Power: The Antidote to Centralized Control1:02:05 – Re-Internalizing Self-Worth in a Tech-Dependent World1:04:05 – Building an "Autobot": Oto's AI Assistant Plans1:05:05 – Local AI Hardware: The Above Quantum 151:10:05 – Free Support: Above's White-Glove Onboarding1:12:05 – Final Words: Have Faith & Invest in Your Health1:14:05 – Closing & Where to Find HakeemKey TakeawaysAbove builds de-Googled phones and laptops running open-source software (like GrapheneOS) that show users exactly which companies are tracking them inside any app, with no ads and no logging on Above's own services.Hakeem's aidatacentermap.org tracks hyperscale data centers' estimated water and power draw, and includes case studies like San Marcos, TX, where a local group blocked a data center by showing up 100-strong to a rezoning hearing.By 2030, data centers are projected to use 40–50% of current total US power consumption, according to the map's estimates.Hakeem describes Palantir's model as "unified surveillance" — pulling disparate data (library check-ins, traffic cameras, police records) into one investigative platform — and ties it to the broader push toward digital ID.Offline tools like the F-Droid app store and OpenStreetMap let phones navigate and function fully without an internet connection or Google/Apple location services.Hakeem's long-term vision is community-run mesh networks and local server farms (8–30 households pooling resources) replacing reliance on Big Tech infrastructure entirely.Learn More / Get StartedData Center Impact Map — https://aidatacentermap.orgAbove Phone & Laptop — https://abovephone.com (use code OTO50 for $50 off any device)Hakeem's Writing — https://tbot.substack.comCONNECT WITH OTO:Instagram – https://instagram.com/otogomesWebsite – https://otogomes.live
Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner dig into Jesus and the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28. They explore her bold persistence and how she challenges Jesus to expand his mission. The hosts unpack what her story teaches about faith, humility, and changing your mind. They also cover Isaiah 56's promise of salvation for all nations, Joseph's reconciliation with his brothers in Genesis 45, Psalm 67's blessing, and Paul's declaration of God's irrevocable mercy in Romans 11. This episode offers preachers fresh angles for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A.
Your brain called. It wants better content.Meet Brainwaves. Two guys, one running debate, and about 20 minutes to settle it. Jason Reilly and Barry Nixon take pop culture, personal stories, and whatever argument they can't let go of, and hash it out every week. Expect hot takes, laughs, and the occasional deeply held opinion about something that absolutely does not matter.If you followed us as Two Shot Tuesday, welcome back. Same us, new slant. If you're new, this is the perfect place to start.New episodes weekly. Come think out loud with us.
Is it better to experience something in the best possible format, or the most possible comfort?That's the debate that kicks off episode one of Brainwaves. The Odyssey is being called a must-see IMAX event, with screenings sold out for months, and neither of us managed to see it that way. Barry fought for the format and settled for Ultra AVX. Jason went straight for the VIP recliner and never looked back.From there we get into it: IMAX vs comfort, 4K discs vs streaming, owning movies vs long-term renting, and whether upgrading to a lie-flat pod on a 14-hour flight is worth every penny.Brainwaves is the show where we take pop culture and whatever debate we can't let go of and hash it out in about 20 minutes. Hosted by Jason Reilly and Barry Nixon. New episodes weekly.
Australian singer-songwriter, Calida Sari creates raw, emotionally resonant music shaped by lived experience with chronic illness, ADHD and autism. She is today's guest on our radio show, Brainwaves.https://calidasari.com/
Can technology help us tune into our inner guidance and tap into deeper states of awareness? In this episode, we sit down with transdisciplinary artist and futurist Seneida Ng and biofeedback sound developer Jason Snell. Together, they are pioneering new ways to translate neural activity and physiological signals into immersive music—creating a direct feedback loop between the human body, brainwaves, and sound. From ancient drumming rituals and trance states to cutting-edge EEG neurofeedback and biofeedback sound baths, discover how sonifying our internal frequencies can help lower anxiety, deepen empathy, and unlock our natural intuition.
Why do your best ideas often appear when you finally relax? Discover how theta brain waves connect with meditation, memory, learning, and creative thinking, and why giving your mind space may unlock unexpected ideas. Learn more at https://worldbeyondthinking.com World Beyond Thinking City: Wilmington Address: 1313 N Market St Website: https://worldbeyondthinking.com
Covino & Rich talk MLB trade deadline! They have a wild story about a divorce caused by Chris Brown. The show finds out what Rob Parker is going to say about LeBron. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE,' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Skinner, Cody Sanders, and Karoline Lewis dig into the texts for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (August 9, 2026). The team explores Peter's attempt to walk on water in Matthew 14:22-33 and discusses Jesus's compassionate rebuke, "you of little faith." They turn to Elijah's encounter with God in the sound of sheer silence in 1 Kings 19:9-18, and consider Genesis 37's story of Joseph's ornamented robe through a genderqueer lens. The hosts also unpack Psalm 85's vision of a world transformed by forgiveness and wrestle with Romans 10's most-quoted (and most misused) verses.
From Stage to Clinic: The Science, Art & Ethics of Hypnosis with Tommy GiolandoWhat can stage hypnosis teach clinical hypnotherapists? Quite a lot, it turns out.In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with internationally renowned hypnotist Tommy Giolando to explore the remarkable bridge between performance hypnosis, neuroscience, clinical practice, and faith.Tommy shares his journey from sceptical teenager to internationally recognised stage hypnotist, before revealing why he made the transition into therapeutic work and how mentorship with the legendary Tom Silver transformed his understanding of hypnosis through neuroscience.Together we explore:Why stage hypnotists often develop exceptional therapeutic skills.How observation, calibration, and creativity can transform clinical outcomes.The science behind rapid inductions versus relaxation-based hypnosis.Brainwaves, attention, neuroplasticity, and why simply closing your eyes changes brain activity.The relationship between music, rhythm, sensory processing and trance.How experiences—not just suggestions—anchor lasting transformation.Eye movements, fractionation and why movement helps the brain process information.Tommy's innovative self-hypnosis book and how it combines storytelling, eye movements and personalised language.A thoughtful discussion about hypnosis, Christianity, ethics and the science behind meditative states.Whether you're a clinical hypnotherapist, stage hypnotist, student, coach, healthcare professional or simply fascinated by how the human mind works, this episode is packed with practical insights, scientific discussion and plenty of HypnoGeek moments.Episode Highlights00:00 – Welcome to HypnoGeeks & introducing Tommy Giolando05:00 – Tommy's unexpected journey into hypnosis after believing it was fake14:30 – Why stage hypnosis creates exceptional clinical practitioners22:00 – Progressive relaxation vs rapid inductions: Do we overcomplicate hypnosis?33:00 – Creativity, calibration and reading the person in front of you42:00 – Creating therapeutic experiences that become lasting anchors for change52:00 – Tom Silver's neuroscience research and using EEG to study hypnosis1:03:00 – Brainwaves explained: Beta, Alpha, Theta, Delta and why simply closing your eyes matters1:16:00 – Eye movements, fractionation and innovative approaches to self-hypnosis1:28:00 – Hypnosis, faith and Christianity: Can science and spirituality coexist?1:39:00 – Final reflections on ethics, curiosity and moving the profession forward✨ Why listen?This isn't simply a conversation about hypnosis.It's a discussion about curiosity, neuroscience, performance psychology, therapeutic excellence, creativity, ethics and the extraordinary capacity of the human mind to change.If you've ever wondered how to become a better therapist, communicator, performer, or facilitator of change, this episode is full of ideas you'll want to revisit.
Are UFOs, Bigfoot, and cryptids tied to higher dimensions and hidden frequencies? In this deep dive into Ronny LeBlanc's "Interdimensional: Consciousness, Cryptids and the Hidden Architecture of Reality," we examine the mysterious connection between quantum frequency, Ancient Egypt, Nikola Tesla, consciousness, and the hidden mechanisms shaping our perception of reality.
Covino & Rich take a crack at LeBron-watch 2026! It's dragging on & the show decides on the level of fatigue and purpose. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' fun, Brady/Paul stunt, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happens when you mix ancient Eastern medicine, cutting-edge neuroscience, and the field of remote viewing? In this episode, host Doug brings together an eclectic group of practitioners, coaches, and intuitive minds from across the globe to explore the boundaries of consciousness. From the East Coast of the US to the Sunshine Coast of Australia, the group dives deep into the realities of modern meditation. The panel discusses the practical shifts that occur when utilizing neuro-technology like the Muse EEG headband and the Neurovisor to stimulate advanced brainwave states. You'll hear firsthand experiences of how optimizing your mental wavelengths alters your relationship with daily stress, pain, and uncertainty. The conversation shifts from the science of neuroplasticity to the grounding simplicity of presence, wrapping up with a fascinating look into the world of remote viewing—including how it is being used to read stock market trends and predict global news events. Whether you are a seasoned meditator or just starting your journey into the woo-woo, this episode serves as a powerful reminder that upgrading your mind is the ultimate form of energy management. Key Takeaways & Timestamps · Meeting the Collective: Introduction to the panel, featuring Tom (a licensed acupuncturist from Baltimore) and Joe Pani (an emotional fitness coach from Australia). · The Brain-Tech Revolution: Tom breaks down his daily use of the Muse EEG headband and the flashing light technology of the Neurovisor to accelerate deep alpha and theta meditation states. · The Simplicity of Presence: Ocalo and Joe challenge the need for high-tech tools, advocating for the power of pure breathwork, minimalism, and learning to sit comfortably with discomfort. · "You Are the Breath, Not the Breather": A profound look at the teachings of Alan Watts and how shifting your perspective can completely change your physical relationship to stress and cold exposure. · Upgrading the Brain by 40%: Doug shares insights from neuroscientists Dr. Drew Pearson and Dr. Amy Albright on how advanced clinical brain mapping can permanently resolve underlying emotional traumas and shadow work. · Energy Management vs. Time Management: Why true fitness (of the body and mind) is about economy of energy, avoiding burnout, and moving through life for the sheer joy of the experience. · Entering the Rabbit Hole of Remote Viewing: Josh from Rockstar Intuition pulls back the curtain on remote viewing, detailing how he uses it to track stock market charts, predict monthly news, and his experiences with the Monroe Institute's Gateway Tapes. Connect with the Guests: Tom Ingegno - https://www.linkedin.com/in/baltimoreacupuncture/ Josh Maitland - https://www.instagram.com/redroomstudio_ca/ Joe Pane - Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin: @joepaneinsights Akello Stone - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akellostone Connect with Doug Beitz: Email: info@dougbeitz.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbeitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbeitz/ Website: https://buymeacoffee.com/dougbeitz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mQ258nugC3lyw3SpvYuoK?si=7cec409527d34438 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intuitive-conversations-with-doug/id1593172364 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-beitz-472a4b338/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dougbeitz178
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Covino & Rich talk player-hating! WNBA players are criticized by Candace Parker. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' brings the laughs, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' sets your streams!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jesus feeds a massive crowd in Matthew 14, and the hosts show how this act challenges imperial power. They unpack splagchnizomai, the Greek word for gut-level compassion.They trace Isaiah 55's invitation to abundant life and link it to food insecurity today. Jacob wrestles God at the Jabbok in Genesis 32 and walks away blessed and limping. Romans 9 launches a three-week reckoning with Paul's anguish over Israel. The hosts warn against supersessionist theology and anti-Semitism in the pulpit. This episode delivers sharp insight on compassion, provision, and the character of God.
Covino & Rich have a fun topic about doubling down on a controversial take! Stephen A. Smith said what about the new-look Lakers? They bring the laughter with a game called 'Brainwave!' Plus, 'Weekend Hobnobbing' sets your streaming choices for the 4th of July holiday! #CRShow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders tackle Matthew's parable of the wheat and the weeds and its unsettling questions about judgment and impostors in the community of faith. They turn to Isaiah 44's witness against idols, Jacob's dream at Bethel and God's promise to migrants, Psalm 86's memorable use of the word "ruffians," and Paul's rare focus on creation's groaning for redemption in Romans 8. Along the way, they connect that cosmic vision to modern issues like environmental harm and data center water usage, giving preachers rich homiletical angles for July 19, 2026.
Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner unpack the lectionary texts for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost. They dig into the parables of the mustard seed, the yeast, the hidden treasure, the pearl, and the dragnet from Matthew 13.The hosts explore why Jesus chose strange, subversive images to describe the kingdom of heaven. They discuss the woman who hides yeast in an enormous amount of flour, connecting the parable to Gospel of Thomas variants. The team wrestles with the dragnet's uncomfortable sorting imagery and warns against easy allegorization. They turn to Solomon's request for an understanding mind in 1 Kings 3 and connect it to Psalm 119's themes of memory and discernment. The conversation moves to Jacob, Rachel, and Laban in Genesis 29, addressing marriage, gender, and power in the ancient world. They close with Romans 8:26-39, highlighting its pastoral power for people who have experienced religious condemnation.Cody shares a story about the MCC Church of San Francisco during the AIDS epidemic. This episode offers preachers fresh angles on parables, wisdom, and grace for July 26.
Covino & Rich dive into the beef between Jake Paul & Lights Out/Shawne Merriman! Merriman surprises the guys by calling into the show (&stokes the fire)! Plus, 'BRAINWAVE,' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Titles matter. So does the soil. On this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Matt Skinner, Caroline Lewis, and Cody Sanders dig into the texts for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (July 12, 2026).The team wrestles with Matthew's Parable of the Sower and asks what it really means to "bear fruit." Is it congregational growth? Spiritual maturity? Something else entirely? Cody points out the parable's strange, almost anti-strategic logic: why would a sower scatter seed on every kind of ground, including the bad soil? The hosts connect this to Jesus' own approach to ministry and mission.The conversation moves through Isaiah 55's image of creation itself rejoicing, then into Genesis 25's story of Jacob and Esau, a text the hosts caution can easily be misused to justify xenophobia and tribal hatred if preached without care. From there, they turn to Psalm 65 and its language of a God who answers prayer, before closing with Romans 8 and Paul's teaching on flesh and spirit. Cody offers an important corrective here, naming how "flesh" language has historically been weaponized against bodies, women, and queer people, and pointing preachers toward a healthier way to handle the text.Whether you're preaching the parable, the psalm, the epistle, or the Genesis narrative this week, this episode offers grounded, honest reflection to help shape your sermon.
What does it mean to come to Jesus weary and burdened? In this episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast, Karoline Lewis, Cody Sanders, and Matt Skinner dig into a rich set of texts for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A. The conversation centers on Matthew 11:28–30 and the promise of rest — but not the kind that soothes middle-class stress. These are beatitude people, crushed under systemic weight, for whom Jesus offers liberation one act of mercy at a time.The hosts unpack the yoke imagery, explore what "rest" means for bodies burdened by imperial economies (ancient and modern), and consider the book Rest Is Resistance as a lens for prophetic preaching. They also take on a challenging passage from Romans 7, where Paul's portrait of a divided self opens an unexpected window into addiction, neurobiology, and how sin operates not just through personal moral failure but through systems — from opioid distribution networks to algorithmically engineered technology. The Pope's recent encyclical on AI even makes an appearance.Along the way, the group touches on Zechariah 9's post-exilic vision of a humble king riding a donkey (and why that image matters beyond Palm Sunday), the often-overlooked agency of Rebekah in Genesis 24, and how Psalm 145 might work better as liturgy than as sermon text.
Your brain may be stuck in survival mode. That could be why fatigue, brain fog, and poor sleep refuse to budge no matter what you try. People with Long COVID, ME/CFS, and chronic fatigue often do everything right: clean up their diet, run labs, try every supplement, and they still don't recover. In this conversation, Patrick Porter, PhD, founder of BrainTap, explains why nervous system regulation may be the piece that keeps getting skipped. We cover how stress recovery, brainwave training, sleep quality, and brain fitness affect energy production, mental clarity, and the body's ability to heal. In this episode, you'll learn: Why chronic stress is often less of a problem than a lack of recovery How nervous system dysregulation can keep the body stuck in fight-or-flight mode The connection between brainwaves, energy production, and brain fog Why sleep quality matters more than simply spending more hours in bed How light, sound, and brainwave training are used to support neuroplasticity Practical strategies that may help improve focus, resilience, recovery, and sleep Guest: Patrick Porter, PhD is an award-winning author, speaker, and founder of BrainTap, a neuroscience-based platform specializing in brain fitness, neuroplasticity, and brainwave entrainment technology. Backed by 30 plus clinical studies and trusted by over 120,000 users and 3,000 health clinics worldwide, his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, CNN, and the Joe Rogan Experience. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://fixyourfatigue.com See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 04:15 - Why Recovery Matters More Than Stress 08:45 - Heart Rate Variability and Nervous System Health 13:20 - Sleep, Circadian Rhythms, and Brain Recovery 20:05 - Brainwaves and Nervous System Regulation 29:40 - How BrainTap Uses Light and Sound 40:45 - Brain Fitness, Sleep, and Energy Results Connect with Patrick Porter, PhD: Learn more about Patrick's work in brain fitness, neuroplasticity, and nervous system optimization: https://drpatrickporter.com/ Try BrainTap and learn how light, sound, and guided brain training are used to support focus, sleep, and recovery: https://braintap.com/ Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here. Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here. Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Rich says Fernando Mendoza should make his endorsement dollars right away, Covino & the crew disagree! Is Mendoza a fresh breath of air? Plus, a classic edition of 'BRAINWAVE,' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' get your stream set!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mindfulness isn't about emptying your mind or finally feeling calm—and believing it was is probably why you quit. Your emotions fire before your thinking brain ever catches up, which means most of your reactions—the defensiveness, the cravings, the snap judgments—are already in motion before you "decide" anything. In this conversation, Tony unpacks the neuroscience behind that gap and the genuinely doable practice that helps you notice your patterns sooner, build a pause, and respond to your life instead of just reacting to it. In this episode, you'll: Discover why you "feel before you think"—the low road and high road your brain takes, and why emotions fire roughly two and a half times faster than thoughts Learn to build the pause that turns automatic reactions (yes, including the fourth Oreo) into actual choices Untangle the real difference between meditation and mindfulness—and why the practice has roots in everything from Buddhist tradition to Christian contemplative prayer, no conversion required Understand why silence can feel so unbearable that people will choose a mild electric shock over sitting alone with their thoughts—and what that reveals about emotional avoidance Strengthen the "runway" between your internal smoke alarm and your inner fire chief using sleep, breath, and a practice you can start in the next sixty seconds Tony Overbay is a licensed marriage and family therapist and host of The Virtual Couch, drawing on his clinical work and four-plus years of daily practice to make mindfulness feel approachable instead of intimidating. Stay through the end for a short guided practice you can take with you—and remember, you're not failing when your mind wanders. You're not broken. You're human. Start with one breath today. 00:00 One Year Post Fusion 01:02 Trusting Physical Therapy 02:56 From Woo Woo to Mindfulness 05:05 No Magic Beans 10:03 The Pause Changes Everything 14:12 Stick Not Snake Brain 19:09 Oreos and Autopilot 22:07 Mindfulness and Maturity 28:56 Meditation Practice Tiers 30:31 My Daily Practice Origin 34:46 Meditation vs Mindfulness 35:28 Meditation Roots East West 38:02 Skepticism and Ownership 40:20 Meditation Styles Overview 42:34 Mindfulness Misconceptions 45:47 Mindfulness in Daily Life 48:33 Mindfulness History and MBSR 52:10 What Mindfulness Is Not 55:33 Brainwaves and Frequencies 58:47 Entrainment and Binaural Beats 01:02:52 Natural Sounds and Safety 01:05:15 Apophenia Pattern Seeking 01:06:41 Why Silence Feels Hard 01:10:22 Stimulation Dopamine Avoidance 01:11:46 Back to Beats and Apps 01:12:08 Meditation Apps I Use 01:12:26 Monroe Institute Hemi Sync 01:13:51 Gateway Process Hype 01:15:01 Binaural Beats Reality Check 01:16:07 Breathwork Science Basics 01:17:38 Vagus Nerve and HRV 01:19:33 Nasal vs Mouth Breathing 01:22:20 Diaphragmatic Breathing 01:23:43 Neurons Wire Together 01:25:01 Startle Response Runway 01:27:54 Lengthening the Runway 01:30:32 What We Learned Today 01:32:46 Guided Mindfulness Practice 01:38:19 This Too Shall Pass 01:39:54 You Are Not Broken 01:43:04 Closing Breath and Goodbye Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com
Mindfulness isn't about emptying your mind or finally feeling calm—and believing it was is probably why you quit. Your emotions fire before your thinking brain ever catches up, which means most of your reactions—the defensiveness, the cravings, the snap judgments—are already in motion before you "decide" anything. In this conversation, Tony unpacks the neuroscience behind that gap and the genuinely doable practice that helps you notice your patterns sooner, build a pause, and respond to your life instead of just reacting to it. In this episode, you'll: Discover why you "feel before you think"—the low road and high road your brain takes, and why emotions fire roughly two and a half times faster than thoughts Learn to build the pause that turns automatic reactions (yes, including the fourth Oreo) into actual choices Untangle the real difference between meditation and mindfulness—and why the practice has roots in everything from Buddhist tradition to Christian contemplative prayer, no conversion required Understand why silence can feel so unbearable that people will choose a mild electric shock over sitting alone with their thoughts—and what that reveals about emotional avoidance Strengthen the "runway" between your internal smoke alarm and your inner fire chief using sleep, breath, and a practice you can start in the next sixty seconds Tony Overbay is a licensed marriage and family therapist and host of The Virtual Couch, drawing on his clinical work and four-plus years of daily practice to make mindfulness feel approachable instead of intimidating. Stay through the end for a short guided practice you can take with you—and remember, you're not failing when your mind wanders. You're not broken. You're human. Start with one breath today. 00:00 One Year Post Fusion 01:02 Trusting Physical Therapy 02:56 From Woo Woo to Mindfulness 05:05 No Magic Beans 10:03 The Pause Changes Everything 14:12 Stick Not Snake Brain 19:09 Oreos and Autopilot 22:07 Mindfulness and Maturity 28:56 Meditation Practice Tiers 30:31 My Daily Practice Origin 34:46 Meditation vs Mindfulness 35:28 Meditation Roots East West 38:02 Skepticism and Ownership 40:20 Meditation Styles Overview 42:34 Mindfulness Misconceptions 45:47 Mindfulness in Daily Life 48:33 Mindfulness History and MBSR 52:10 What Mindfulness Is Not 55:33 Brainwaves and Frequencies 58:47 Entrainment and Binaural Beats 01:02:52 Natural Sounds and Safety 01:05:15 Apophenia Pattern Seeking 01:06:41 Why Silence Feels Hard 01:10:22 Stimulation Dopamine Avoidance 01:11:46 Back to Beats and Apps 01:12:08 Meditation Apps I Use 01:12:26 Monroe Institute Hemi Sync 01:13:51 Gateway Process Hype 01:15:01 Binaural Beats Reality Check 01:16:07 Breathwork Science Basics 01:17:38 Vagus Nerve and HRV 01:19:33 Nasal vs Mouth Breathing 01:22:20 Diaphragmatic Breathing 01:23:43 Neurons Wire Together 01:25:01 Startle Response Runway 01:27:54 Lengthening the Runway 01:30:32 What We Learned Today 01:32:46 Guided Mindfulness Practice 01:38:19 This Too Shall Pass 01:39:54 You Are Not Broken 01:43:04 Closing Breath and Goodbye Please follow Tony on Instagram @virtual.couch on Tiktok @virtualcouch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tonyoverbaylmft and on Substack https://thevirtualcouch.substack.com/ You can reach out to Tony through his website tonyoverbay.com or by emailing contact @ tonyoverbay.com
Covino & Rich have an update on the wild ticket prices for MSG/Knicks! The He-Man franchise gets major love. Plus, 'BRAINWAVE' caps off a perfect day, & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' sets your streams! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Covino & Rich talk monster granny hit over the Green Monster! They have a fun conversation about the "biggest boss moves" in sports! Plus, Rich's dad participates in 'BRAINWAVE,' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING' sets the table!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.