Podcasts about consciousness studies

In this episode I'm talking to Dr. Nicolas Rouleau, Ph.D. about his Essay An Immortal Stream of Consciousness: The scientific evidence for the survival of consciousness after permanent bodily death.This Essay was a Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies Essay Competition WinnerIs experience possible after death? "An immortal stream of consciousness: The scientific evidence for the survival of consciousness after permanent bodily death" was the title of Nicolas Rouleau's award-winning 2021 submission for the Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies' international essay competition. Adapted here as a short book, the essay describes a transmissive theory of consciousness inspired by William James and supported by experimental evidence in the field of bioelectromagnetism including the works of the author (Rouleau) and his former doctoral mentor, Michael A. Persinger. It is one of few scientific theories that reconciles physicalism with survival of consciousness after bodily death.BioDr. Nicolas Rouleau is a neuroscientist, bioengineer, and Assistant Professor of Health Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Tufts University and Affiliate Scientist at the Allen Discovery Center at Tufts. Dr. Rouleau was the last PhD student of Michael Persinger of Laurentian University, whose work on the electromagnetic bases of consciousness inspired Rouleau to pursue his dissertation on the material-like properties of brain tissues, including their capacity to filter electromagnetic fields. In 2017, he joined the Allen Discovery Center at Tufts University as a Postdoctoral Researcher and was a founding member of David Kaplan's Initiative for Neural Science, Disease, & Engineering at Tufts, focusing on minimal cognitive responses in bioengineered brain models.As a post-doc, Dr. Rouleau published several 3D tissue models of Alzheimer's Disease and traumatic brain injury. During the research freeze of the COVID pandemic, he wrote an award-winning essay on the topic of transmissive consciousness for the Bigelow Institute of Consciousness Studies, which garnered international attention. In 2023, Dr. Rouleau became a faculty member at Laurier and is now a PI of the Self-Organizing Units Lab (SOUL), which is supported by Tri-Council awards to investigate the mechanisms of embodied cognition and synthetic biological intelligences in customizable, bioengineered neural tissues. He also co-directs (with his colleague, Dr. Murugan) the Center for Tissue Plasticity and Biophysics (TPAB) at Laurier. He is most interested in the fundamental and scale-invariant properties of cognitive systems as well as the pursuit of unifying principles that reconcile organic neural function with analogous phenomena in cells, machines, and non-neural organisms.  https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/rouleau-immortal-consciousness.pdf https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Radical Compassion (Season 6 | Episode 223) with Ukumbwa Sauti Trading “Empty” for “Open”: The Courage to Speak Up Welcome back to the Open Nesters podcast, where we are flipping the script on aging and trading an “empty” nest for a life wide open. This month, we have been diving deep into the theme of courage, and I can't think of a more vital conversation than the one I recently had with Ukumbwa Sauti. Ukumbwa is a consultant, educator, and a leader in men's work who is helping us look at the “third act” of our lives through a lens of awareness and radical compassion. The “genesis moment” for Ukumbwa's lifelong mission happened decades ago when he realized that nearly every woman he knew had experienced some form of sexual assault or harassment. This shocking realization led him to dedicate his life to education and media literacy, focusing on how we define “normal” behavior. In our interview, he shared a powerful story from his days teaching higher education where a simple question about consent was met with a long, chilling silence. It's a stark reminder that we are still pushing a boulder uphill when it comes to understanding boundaries. One of the most profound concepts Ukumbwa introduced is “radical compassion”—the ability to respect the experiences of people we don't even know. For men in the open nesting stage, this means moving beyond the excuse of “I didn’t know”. It's about being willing to hold up a mirror to our own behaviors and the systems of patriarchy that have affected us all. As Ukumbwa noted, many women our age have reached a breaking point because their partners refused to grow and evolve alongside them. This lack of growth is a major contributor to the rising rates of “grey divorce”. It is a staggering reality that 40% of divorces now occur among those over 50, with women initiating two-thirds of these splits. Women are often simply “fed up” with partners who remain stagnant or dismissive of their need for equality and respect. Embracing open nesting means being brave enough to address these intimacy gaps and do the internal, spiritual, and emotional work required to sustain a healthy partnership. For the men listening, Ukumbwa's message is clear: learn to listen. Whether it's through joining a men's group, reading works by authors like bell hooks, or simply engaging in open, heart-centered conversations with friends, the tools for growth are available. He shared a beautiful story of his own men's group providing him with caretaking and “manicures in bed” during a hospital stay, proving that masculinity can include tenderness and mutual support. As we move into February and focus on love and relationships, I challenge you to consider your own legacy. What kind of role model are you for your adult children and grandchildren? True courage is not just about big adventures; it's about the willingness to be conscious, to admit when we are wrong, and to speak up for equality. Let's keep opening doors to better relationships and endless possibilities Ukumbwa Sauti Educator, Presenter, Facilitator – Cultural Media Studies; Counselor,initiated Dagara Elder Greetings! I’ve been involved in a dynamic and deepening process born out of many aspects of my professional, creative and spiritual work over many years. My company, moja mediaworks llc, has been developing the World Ancestor Concert, a 3-day televised healing concert celebrating the world’s Ancestors and traditions with a rich mix of conscious and progressive music, traditional music, activists, organizations and more. We are currently looking for sponsors and strategic partnerships to stage our main annual concert events and ongoing smaller, localized Village Concerts. We will also be developing workshops and events for colleges and their surrounding communities. Obrigada! Merci! Jerejef! Danke! Gracias! Asante! Thank you! About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Embracing the “Open” in Open Nesting (Season 6 | Episode 222) with Joy Rose (Season 6 | Episode 222) This week on the Open Nesters podcast, my co-host Amir and I had the absolute pleasure of revisiting a truly boundary-breaking conversation with the incredible Joy Rose. As an artist, activist, and the visionary founder of the Museum of Motherhood, Joy is a master at helping us deconstruct the heavy labels we carry and reclaim the narrative of our own lives. If you are currently navigating your own “Act Three,” this discussion is essential listening for finding your vitality and flipping the script on aging. We dove deep into the complex world of motherhood —to explore how this role often consumes our identity for decades. Joy shares the raw, honest truth about the “redundancy” many of us feel when our children grow older. It can be an almost impossible shift to move from the physical and emotional all-consumption of active parenting to a life where that role is no longer necessary in the same way. Joy's personal journey is a masterclass in finding the “self” at the center of the roles projected onto us. As her own four children have grown into their late twenties and thirties, she has had to learn the difficult art of adjustment, using tools like cultivating her own passions and finding serenity through spiritual programs like Al-Anon. One of the most striking parts of our talk was Joy's take on modern relationships and her rejection of traditional marriage. She spoke beautifully about seeking “great love”—the kind of love that pushes you out of your comfort zone and requires you to show up with integrity and consciousness. It was so illuminating to hear how she and her partner, despite being on opposite ends of the political spectrum, find deep connection through simple kindness and shared values. For those of you looking to explore these themes further, Joy is continuing her work by launching online classes through the Museum of Motherhood website. She encourages everyone, especially “women of a certain age,” to be brave, be expansive, and stop repeating patterns that no longer serve them. Whether it’s through art, study, or simply trying to live on your own, there are so many ways to “show up” for yourself in this new stage of life. We are so grateful to Joy for her wisdom and for helping us “unlabel” the judgments we often place on ourselves and others. As we move forward, I hope you'll join us in witnessing the growth of our families and ourselves with open hearts and fewer expectations. About Martha JOY Rose Martha JOY Rose, Founder, Executive Director, BFA, MALS with a Master's in Mother Studies. She is an award-winning artist and activist. Her pursuits have included academia, large-scale community gatherings, and she is the former lead singer of the band Housewives on Prozac. Joy is the NOW-NYC recipient of the Susan B. Anthony Award, her Mamapalooza Festival Series has been recognized as “Best in Girl-Power Events” and her music has appeared on the Billboard Top 100 Dance Charts, MTV and Good Morning America. She founded the Museum of Motherhood in 2003. In 2019, she brought MoM to St. Petersburg. Joy received her Masters in Mother Studies at CUNY, The Graduate Center in New York City and then taught for five years at Manhattan College. Her area of expertise includes introduction to the concept of Mother Studies. From pregnancy to ‘labor' the requirements of women, physically, emotionally and spiritually are challenged and stretched, and therefore so are men's. She examines changing perceptions of mothers through herstory. Her focus is largely centered in North America. Joy has contributed to numerous scholarly collections including The Encyclopedia of Motherhood, the Music of Motherhood (2018), and The Routledge Companion to Motherhood (2020) to name a few. She is an artist recipient of a grant from St Pete Arts Alliance & in 2023, she was certified with the Adult Mental Health First Aid, USA. About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

A Practice of Possibility (Season 6 | Episode 221) with Laura and Martha (Season 6 | Episode 221) [TESSA] In our latest episode of the Open Nesters Podcast, I had the profound pleasure of sitting down with a truly inspiring mother-daughter team, Martha and Laura. At 85 and 58 respectively, they joined me to flip the script on what it means to grow older. Instead of viewing aging through a lens of desperation or limitation, they shared how they have cultivated “possibility” as a daily practice rather than a distant fantasy. This conversation reminded me that being an “Open Nester” isn’t just about life after the kids leave; it's about keeping our hearts and minds wide open to new adventures, regardless of the number on the calendar. One of the most striking takeaways from Martha was her “pod” concept for social wellness. She maintains distinct groups—or pods—for her various interests, ranging from watercolor painting and Torah study to tennis and book clubs. These aren’t just hobbies; they are vital lifelines that prevent the isolation so often associated with aging. Martha's vibrancy at 85 is a testament to the fact that we must continuously invest in our social circles. As my co-host Amir noted, these relationships are essential to our survival and longevity, yet they require a conscious commitment to cultivate as our lives evolve. We also explored the concept of “resilient aging,” which requires an honest look at our changing physical rhythms. Martha and her husband, Bert, who is nearly 90, haven’t stopped doing what they love, like fishing; they have simply adapted. They've found guides who understand their “frailties” and allow them to start later or end earlier. This radical honesty—acknowledging that “getting old ain’t for sissies”—allows them to remain active participants in their own lives. By viewing the body not as an enemy but as a partner that requires different care, they model a graceful way to let go of old habits while welcoming new experiences. The conversation took a deeply courageous turn as we discussed the importance of transparency regarding death and dying. Laura and Martha speak comfortably about these “inevitable possibilities,” ensuring that family values—rather than fear—drive their future decisions. Laura shared her commitment to ensuring that her relationship with her brother remains “healthy and whole” after their parents are gone, which requires having these tough conversations now. This level of integrity and proactive communication is what truly defines a legacy. It's about making the path smoother for those we love by honoring our values above our own immediate comfort. As we wrapped up, I was left reflecting on how much we can learn when we witness aging with compassion rather than judgment. Whether it is Martha learning from Laura’s modern communication style or Laura gaining a “glimpse” into her own future through her mother's journey, the intergenerational bond is a powerful tool for growth. Aging is a process, not a destination, and it is happening every single day. I invite you to join our community on Instagram or visit our website to share how you are moving into your open nest with curiosity and courage. Until next time, remember to keep your life wide open to endless possibility. About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Evidence of the Afterlife Can Heal Your Suffering with Lauren Robertson Lauren Robertson, MA, is a spirit communicator, transformational coach, and speaker. She has conducted 15,000+ sittings and public demonstrations globally. She is author of Medium in Manolos: A Life Affirming Guide to Modern Mediumship. She writes the Art and Science of Mediumship on Substack. As a psychic medium she helps people explore their spirituality and overcome difficult emotions to live freer and happier lives. Lauren studied philosophy and literature, specializing in Consciousness Studies, at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. (website and link to meditation on her site) Lauren describes how mediumship can transform grief into continuing bonds of love. She gives insights on how mediums can receive accurate and detailed information from the spirit world. Lauren describes practical steps to communicate with loved ones in the spirit world, including how to ask for specific signs and messages, and the role of dreams and imagery in connecting with the afterlife. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:32 Burden of proof 00:12:49 Mediumship personality traits 00:23:37 Trust, practice, and skills 00:34:09 Living agent psi 00:38:31 Not a final goodbye 00:43:30 Direct communication with loved ones 00:48:31 Receiving signs and messages 00:57:35 Filling darkness with light 01:06:29 Conclusion New Thinking Allowed CoHost, Emmy Vadnais, OTR/L, is a licensed occupational therapist, intuitive healer and coach, and spiritual guide based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Emmy is the founder of the Intuitive Connections and Holistic OT communities. She is the author of Intuitive Development: How to Trust Your Inner Knowing for Guidance With Relationships, Health, and Spirituality. Her website is https://emmyvadnais.com (Recorded on October 7, 2025) For a short video on How to Get the Most From New Thinking Allowed, go to https://youtu.be/aVbfPFGxv9o Check out our new website for the New Thinking Allowed Foundation at http://www.newthinkingallowed.org. There you will find our incredible, searchable database as well as our new, FREE QUARTERLY MAGAZINE. Also, opportunities to shop and to support our video productions. There, you can also subscribe to our FREE, WEEKLY NEWSLETTER! For a complete, updated list with links to all of our videos, see https://newthinkingallowed.com/Listings.html. Check out New Thinking Allowed’s AI chatbot. You can create a free account at https://ai.servicespace.org When you enter the space, you will see that our chatbot is one of several you can interact with. While it is still a work in progress, it has been trained on 1,600 NTA transcripts. It can provide intelligent answers about the contents of our interviews. It’s almost like having a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove. To buy a high-quality, printed version of the New Thinking Allowed Magazine, go to nta-magazine.magcloud.com. To join the NTA Psi Experience Community on Facebook, see https://www.facebook.com/groups/1953031791426543/. To download and listen to audio versions of the New Thinking Allowed videos, visit our podcast at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/new-thinking-allowed-audio-podcast/id1435178031. Download and read Jeffrey Mishlove’s Grand Prize essay in the Bigelow Institute competition, Beyond the Brain: The Survival of Human Consciousness After Permanent Bodily Death. https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/docs/1st.pdf If you would like to join our team of volunteers, helping to promote the New Thinking Allowed YouTube channel on social media, editing and translating videos, creating short video trailers based on our interviews, helping to upgrade our website, or contributing in other ways (we may not even have thought of), please send an email to friends@newthinkingallowed.com. To order Intuitive Development by Emmy Vadnais, click here: https://amzn.to/35sbLIA. To order a copy of Medium in Manolos by Lauren Robertson, go to https://amzn.to/4j6e8Fh To order New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: Is There Life After Death? click on https://amzn.to/3LzLA7Y To order Russell Targ: Ninety Years of ESP, Remote Viewing, and Timeless Awareness, go to https://amzn.to/4aw2iyr To order UFOs and UAP – Are We Really Alone?, go to https://amzn.to/3Y0VOVh

THE RADIO VAGABOND (Season 6 | Episode 220) Trading Empty for Open with Palle Bo (Season 6 | Episode 220) [TESSA] Are you ready to flip the script on aging and discover a life wide open? On this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast Amir and I welcome back a true legend of the open road, Palle Bo. Palle is the definition of an “Open Nester”—someone who decided that once the kids flew the coop, it was time to open the door to endless possibilities. Known as the “Radio Vagabond,” Palle traded his secure life in Denmark for a global adventure that has taken him to over 100 countries. Whether you are dreaming of selling it all or just taking a longer vacation, his story is bound to inspire your inner nomad. You might assume that traveling the world requires a massive bank account, but Palle busts that myth right away. Back in 2016, after his youngest child moved out, he sold his house, car, and furniture to live out of a suitcase. Surprisingly, he spends about half of what he used to spend living a “normal” life in Denmark. He isn’t retired; he's a digital nomad who runs a production company from his laptop, proving that you really can work from anywhere—whether that's a cafe in Colombia or a road trip through Saudi Arabia. However, Palle is quick to point out that this lifestyle requires a bit of mindfulness to truly enjoy it. He talks candidly about “travel fatigue” and the importance of slowing down to “get the hunger back”. If he finds himself staring at a beautiful waterfall and not feeling the magic, he knows it's time to check into a hostel and do absolutely nothing for a while. As Tessa notes, meaningful travel isn't about rushing through a checklist; it's about staying long enough that the local coffee shop guy knows your name. One of the biggest fears Open Nesters face is losing touch with their children, but Palle's experience has been the exact opposite. He reveals that he actually speaks to his kids more now than he did when they were all living under the same roof. They think it’s pretty cool to have a dad out exploring the world, and they even plan epic meet-ups, like an upcoming road trip across the UK. It turns out that distance doesn’t have to mean disconnection; in fact, it can spark a whole new kind of adult relationship. Before you rush to pack your bags, Palle offers some honest advice: this life isn’t for everyone. If you love your own bed and the convenience of next-day Amazon deliveries, you might prefer a home base. But if you are curious, he suggests testing the waters by renting out your place for six months before burning any bridges. To hear more about his incredible journey—from Maasai villages to digital nomad conferences—be sure to check out Palle Bo’s own show, The Radio Vagabond Podcast. Safe travels! About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Courage (Season 6 | Episode 219) An Interview with Tessa & Amir (Season 6 | Episode 219) [TESSA] In this episode, we delve into the profound themes of relationships, sexuality, and spirituality as part of our exploration of how to embrace aging with vitality. As empty nesters transitioning to a phase of life filled with endless possibilities, my partner and I share our journey into being “open nesters,” a term capturing our commitment to experiences, adventure, and deeper connections rather than merely feeling the void left by our grown children. This season opener invites listeners to reflect on courage and authenticity as we move into the new year. We engage in a heartfelt conversation with our daughter, discussing the significance of courage as we navigate this stage of life. Through her perspective, we examine the nuanced understanding of what it means to be courageous—not simply in terms of risk-taking, but in fostering deeper connections within our family. Our daughter’s mention of her friends’ curiosity about our polyamorous relationship prompts us to clarify: while our experiences do involve aspects of sexuality, this discussion transcends mere lifestyle choices and invites us to probe the courage it takes to be vulnerable and authentic. 0:46 We’re not empty nesters. We’re open nesters. 11:10 What’s the value of courage and this season of your life? 21:03 Courage from Our Perspective 30:17 Hopes for the Future As we reflect on our individual journeys through different acts of our lives, we share profound insights about courage's evolution over time—from bold moves in our youth to choosing growth and authenticity in our current stage. We unpack how the lessons learned from past decisions empower us to face our fears and embrace new challenges. This touches on the critical distinction between whimsical risk-taking and the true essence of courage: acknowledging fear and pressing forward regardless. An essential aspect of our dialogue is centered on the micro-courage found in everyday choices, alongside the grander acts that define our paths. We explore how our personal growth is mirrored in our relationships—not just with each other, but with our children and our extended families. Our commitments to communication, understanding fears, and taking calculated risks serve to reinforce the bonds that keep our family dynamic rich and supportive. Our conversation also touches upon the shadow side of courage—fear. We reflect on how we each grapple with our fears and the various methods we employ to address them. This includes using emotional awareness and communication to tackle uncertainties accompanying changes in our relationship and our lifestyle choices. An acknowledgment emerges that navigating through fear often requires the same courage we seek to showcase in our life choices, underscoring the complex interplay between vulnerability and strength. As we anticipate the opportunities and challenges of the year ahead, we recognize the importance of manifesting our dreams, both in personal goals and in creating resonance through our podcast. Our aspirations for the Open Nesters community include the development of a TV pilot that reflects our journey and the broader experiences of those embracing this stage of life. By openly sharing our trials and triumphs, we hope to inspire our audience to engage in their own acts of courage. In closing, this episode serves not only as a personal reflection but also as a collective invitation for our listeners to envision what courage looks like in their lives. We hope you resonate with our message of openness and the understanding that growth, whether through discomfort or joy, is a journey best undertaken with curiosity, compassion, and the unwavering support of those we love. About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

In this episode, we explore Marco Masi's article “The Integral Cosmology of Sri Aurobindo: An Introduction from the Perspective of Consciousness Studies.” Marco's work sits at the intersection of the hard sciences and spirituality, advancing the provocative notion of “divine materialism.” We examine the limitations of contemporary philosophy of mind and mainstream consciousness studies, emphasizing the need for more expansive frameworks capable of addressing the interior dimensions of experience. Drawing from Sri Aurobindo's Integral Yoga, Marco introduces Integral Cosmology as a way to fill what is often missing in academic and scientific discourse—a vision of consciousness that is both evolutionary and spiritual. We discuss the pitfalls of academic hyperspecialization and the inadequacy of even transdisciplinary models when confronting today's complex, multidimensional challenges. Instead, we point toward the emergence of an integral framework—a mode of inquiry grounded in the cultivation of integral consciousness itself. We conclude with a reflection on integral education and its transformative potential. How might an integral worldview help students not only synthesize scientific and spiritual paradigms, but also develop the inner capacities required for personal, cultural, and spiritual transformation? Marco Masi (born 1965) attended the German School of Milan, Italy. He graduated in physics at the University of Padua, and later obtained a Ph.D. in physics at the University of Trento. He worked as a postdoc in universities in Italy, France, and Germany, and as a school teacher for three years. After he had authored some scientific papers (http://ow.ly/snz6u) his interests veered towards new forms of individual learning and a new concept of free progress education originated from his activity both as a tutor in several universities and as a high school teacher, but especially from his direct, lived experience of what education should not be. This led him to author a book on ”Free progress Education”. He also wrote a two-volume series on quantum physics entitled “Quantum Physics: An Overview of a Weird World”, and which tries to close a gap between the too high-level university textbooks and a too low-level popular science approach. His interests in metaphysical and philosophical ruminations led him to the vision of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. Not only gave him this a spiritual path to follow, but also answered many questions he was looking for in science. Spirit Calls Nature by Marco Masi- https://www.amazon.com/dp/3948295166 Blog - https://marcomasi.substack.com/ Website - https://marco-masi.com/ The Integral Cosmology of Sri Aurobindo: An Introduction from the Perspective of Consciousness Studies - https://integral-review.org/the-integral-cosmology-of-sri-aurobindo-an-introduction-from-the-perspective-of-consciousness-studies/ New book "Meaning and Purpose in a Conscious Universe": https://www.amazon.com/dp/3948295190 The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Website • Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (EWP PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Leaning in to Better Lives with Alia & Hayden (Season 5 | Episode 218) [TESSA] In this compelling episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we delve deep into personal transformation, intergenerational healing, and the evolving dynamics of relationships in adulthood with guests Alia Stewart-Silver and Hayden. Both are navigating their unique journeys while pursuing a vision centered around eco-cultural regeneration and personal development. The discussion emphasizes the concept of “open nesting,” a mindset that cherishes the numerous possibilities that come with this dynamic life stage, rather than viewing it through the lens of emptiness. Alia shares her experiences, calling in from Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, where she is building her practice as a licensed psychotherapist. She reflects on her upbringing in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, describing a nurturing environment fostered by her parents, who consciously shielded her family from societal norms and media influence. This intentional upbringing allowed her to cultivate a deep sense of connection and love within her family, shaping her understanding of life, relationships, and ultimately, her vocation as a healer. Alia also candidly discusses the emotional turmoil that arose during her parents’ separation, illustrating how such endings can also give rise to profound insights and intergenerational healing. EPISODE TIME CODE 2:00 Meeting Alia and Hayden 12:51 Confronting Identity and Performance 18:28 Navigating Parental Relationships 25:04 The Impact of Generational Differences 36:51 Commitment to Individual Paths 39:08 Future Plans and Collaborative Projects Hayden is an experienced circle-holder and ceremonial guide. He is trained as a nature-based soul guide and permaculturalist. He is self-taught in ontological design processes, philosophy, primal movement, and evolutionary astrology. Hayden integrates these versatile modalities into his work as an evolutionary catalyst, striving to help root visionary ideas into tangible forms in service to the wellbeing of life and consciousness now and into the future.  Alia tends the fertile intersection of individual healing, cultural development, and ecological stewardship. She weaves together the diverse threads of her background as a licensed therapist, restorative justice and anti-oppression cultural facilitator, permaculturalist, rites-of-passage guide, and poet. Alia has applied this breadth of experience to founding a thriving holistic therapy practice.  Learn more about Alia’s work at Join the Seeds. And at Soul Rooted Healing Arts. Hayden shares his contrasting background in a more traditional American suburban setting. He recounts his upbringing in a conservative Christian home and the challenges he faced following his parents’ divorce at a young age. Through honesty and vulnerability, he discusses the pressures of adhering to societal expectations, particularly in sports, and the mental health struggles that emerged as he sought to carve his own identity amid these narratives. Both he and Alia discuss the importance of recognizing and feeling all emotions, including grief and anger, as essential components of personal growth. As the conversation unfolds, Alia and Hayden reveal how their paths converged during a ceremonial Vision Quest, a transformative experience that deepened their connection while allowing them to explore their personal journeys and collective vision for the future. Their partnership is rooted in mutual respect for each other’s individuality and a commitment to shared growth, focusing heavily on agreed-upon principles that prioritize personal sovereignty over enmeshment. Listeners gain insights into how they can foster healthier relationships with their own families and navigate the complexities of adulthood. Alia and Hayden emphasize the value of communication, mutual support, and recognizing the unique challenges faced by different generations. They encourage open dialogues around emotions and the importance of creating supportive spaces for one another to thrive. In the latter part of the episode, the couple shares their aspirations for the future, rooted in the establishment of educational centers focused on eco-cultural regeneration, where individuals can learn to live in harmony with the earth and each other. They provide listeners with resources and platforms to explore these concepts further, inviting the audience to become part of a transformative journey towards personal and collective healing. About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure  Freedom of Expression  Exploration and Fun  Body Movement  New circles of friends  Deep love relationships

Annaka Harris is the New York Times bestselling author of CONSCIOUS: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind and writer and producer of the audio documentary series, LIGHTS ON. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Nautilus Magazine, the Journal of Consciousness Studies, and IAI Magazine. She is also an editor and consultant for science writers, specializing in neuroscience and physics. In this episode, Robinson and Annaka discuss panpsychism and the case that consciousness is fundamental. More particularly, they talk about complexity and emergence, the relationship between consciousness and physics, and artificial intelligence.Lights On: https://a.co/d/cy8YTpdConscious: https://a.co/d/3uFZ2JqAnnaka's Website: https://annakaharris.comOUTLINE00:00 Introduction00:52 Annaka's Obsession with Consciousness06:09 How Should We Define Consciousness?13:06 Why the Complexity Might Not Explain Consciousness25:30 Is Consciousness Emergent or Fundamental?29:45 Are Fundamentalia Conscious?45:18 How Can Consciousness Solve Deep Problems of Physics?52:14 Consciousness and Quantum Entanglement01:00:11 Consciousness and the Many Worlds Theory of Quantum Mechanics01:10:50 What Does an Electron Feel?01:13:41 AI and Consciousness01:22:42 Science and the Fundamentality of ConsciousnessRobinson's Website: http://robinsonerhardt.comRobinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University, where he is also a JD candidate in the Law School.

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In this episode of Body Justice, Allyson discusses sexual trauma and eating disorders with trauma therapist Seema Sharma, SEP, CST, MBA, PHD. Content warning: discussions of sexual abuse are explicitly discussed. Please listen with care and make sure you are resourced enough to proceed. It's normal for these conversations to bring up a lot of complicated feelings. Our hope is that you also feel less alone, and gain some insights into what the healing process can look like. We'll explore what makes sexual trauma healing different than other traumas, the soul wounding that comes with sexual abuse, types of sexual trauma, helpful therapy approaches, the connection to eating disorders and more.As always, you can find me on my website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com and my Instagram: @bodyjustice.therapist.About our guest:Seema Sharma, SEP, CST, LMFT is the founder of Holistic Trauma Therapy. Introduced to holistic healing as a young adult, she has devoted her life to exploring global healing traditions often overlooked in the West, traveling through Asia, Latin America, Africa, and Europe. With over 25 years of senior leadership experience at prestigious global companies, Seema brings a rare insight into the intersection of corporate culture, workplace trauma, and resilience. Her practice is redefining the way therapy is approached — integrating evidence-based methods with a whole-person focus on mind, body, and spirit. She specializes in sexual abuse trauma, childhood trauma, cultural trauma, religious trauma, and workplace trauma. Seema holds a Master's in Integral Counseling Psychology and is a PhD candidate in Integral and Transpersonal Psychology, with an emphasis on the Contemplative Neuroscience of Consciousness Studies. As an integrative, depth-oriented, and experiential psychotherapist, Seema has extensive training in trauma and dissociation and guides clients on the path toward wholeness. Whether you are seeking somatic therapy, sex therapy, EMDR, or depth work, you can learn more at https://wwwholistictraumatherapy.com.

Dr. Bob Davis in an internationally recognized scientist in his field. He graduated with a Ph.D. in Sensory Neuroscience from The Ohio State University, and served as professor of neuroscience at the State University of New York for over 30 years. Bob has published over 60 articles in scholarly journals, lectured at national and international scientific conferences, and was awarded several major research grants from the National Institute of Health and the National Science Foundation. Since his retirement, he has co-authored articles in the Journal of Consciousness Studies and the Journal of Scientific Exploration. Dr. Davis has written three books entitled: Unseen Forces: The Integration of Science, Reality and You, The UFO Phenomenon: Should I Believe? and Life after Death: An Analysis of the Evidence. Davis has also lectured on these topics at both national and international conferences. Website: www.bobdavisspeakes.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertdavislectures/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

The Mind-at-Large Project is a three-year, multidisciplinary initiative exploring consciousness and its role in reality. Mind-at-Large seeks to expand this paradigm - investigating the mind's presence across scales, from quantum systems and living organisms to ecosystems and the cosmos itself. This series examines ideas such as panpsychism, pantheism, idealism, 4E cognition, animism, perspectivism, and non-human intelligence, while also engaging with extraordinary phenomenologies found in psychedelic experiences, mystical states, and anomalous consciousness.TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) – Introduction: The Mind-at-Large Project – Consciousness Beyond the Brain(02:30) – Setting the Stage: Bridging Science, Philosophy & Mysticism(06:10) – What Does “Mind-at-Large” Mean? Context from Bergson, James & Whitehead(10:25) – Peter on Philosophy's Role: Expanding Mind Beyond Materialism(14:02) – Matt on Process Philosophy: Cosmos as a Living Mind(18:35) – Psychedelics, Panpsychism & the Renewal of Consciousness Studies(23:15) – The Crisis of Materialism: Why Science Needs a Broader Ontology(28:20) – Reconciling Science & Spirituality Without Dogma(33:40) – Whitehead's Influence: From Process to Participation(39:15) – Consciousness as Cosmos: The Participatory Universe(43:45) – Bergson's "Élan Vital" and the Evolution of Experience(47:52) – Peter on Nietzsche, Bergson & Psychedelic Metaphysics(53:00) – Matt on Cosmotheology: The Universe as an Ongoing Creation(58:24) – Ethics of Expanding Consciousness: Individual & Cosmic Implications(1:03:12) – Philosophy's Function Today: Meaning in an Age of Mechanism(1:07:40) – The Role of Psychedelics in Re-enchanting the World(1:13:02) – Toward an Integrative Science of Mind-at-Large(1:18:26) – Panpsychism vs. Idealism: Mapping the Metaphysical Terrain(1:23:58) – Matt on Whitehead's Process Metaphysics & Ecology of Mind(1:29:47) – Peter on Nietzsche's Eternal Return & Mind as Becoming(1:34:25) – The Future of Consciousness Studies: Interdisciplinary Frontiers(1:40:10) – Mind-at-Large Conferences: Mission, Vision & Collaboration(1:46:28) – Closing Reflections: Consciousness, Cosmos & Human MeaningEPISODE LINKS:- Mind-at-Large Project: https://mindatlargeproject.com- Peter's Website: https://www.philosopher.eu- Peter's YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Ontologistics- Peter's X: https://twitter.com/PeterSjostedtH- Peter's LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/dr-peter-sjöstedt-hughes-2b7a2927- Peter's Podcast: https://youtu.be/t6FZ5AB5998?si=RUNsQLyRMJQR9HXW- Peter's Lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4yCrqS0dCY- Matt's Website: https://footnotes2plato.com- Matt's YouTube: https://youtube.com/@footnotes2plato- Matt's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Vgskuk6Ef0- Matt's Lecture: https://youtu.be/XGulaiHDheY?si=bsZU-ohYTmhjTQJ6- Matt's X: https://x.com/ThouArtThat- Matt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdavidsegallCONNECT:- Website: https://mindbodysolution.org- Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mindbodysolution- YouTube: https://youtube.com/mindbodysolution- Twitter: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu- Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtevinnaidu- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu- Website: https://tevinnaidu.com=============================Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational purposes only. The content is shared in the spirit of open discourse and does not constitute, nor does it substitute, professional or medical advice. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening/watching any of our contents. You acknowledge that you use the information provided at your own risk. Listeners/viewers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with their own experts in the respective fields.

We are joined by UFO World Explorer, Rob Freeman. Over the last decade, Rob has also been experimenting with Seeing Without Eyes [Mind Sight]. Rob has also acquired a version of the UFO Dog Whistle he will be testing at Mt Shasta for an upcoming UFO Contact, Psi, and Seeing Without Eyes event he is facilitating. Rob Freeman Links - Vision Without Eyes YouTube: https://youtube.com/@visionwithouteyesRobFreemanVision Without Eyes Website: https://www.visionwithouteyes.com/ UFO World Explorer YouTube: https://youtube.com/@RobFreemanUFOWorldExplorerEngaging The Phenomenon Links - Learn CE-5/Contact Work/HICE - CE-5 Simplified: https://youtu.be/kfG63zTRfqE?si=qxioLQQH5TljJRsKIntroduction To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/3AtZmOCSF7k?si=_8ku72LaBVuf-FETPractical Guide To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/wNrPbyZRiA8?si=yiSMKfMsqVET4UD8Engaging The Phenomenon Links - Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/EngagingThe?t=iEVw2QagEoCgZey4H_zT9Q&s=09Engaging The Phenomenon Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenonSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Engagingthephenomenon Support us w/ Paypal: https://paypal.me/engagingthephenomeno?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USRead Our Articles on Medium: https://medium.com/@EngagingThePhenomenonGreatly appreciate all the support!! Another way to support the channel is to share the work on social media networks! Thanks for joining us! Support The Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenon/supportEngaging The Phenomenon LinkTree(https://linktr.ee/EngagingThePhenomenon)Check out my other project exploring Consciousness Studies, Spiritual Development, Practice & Theory. Exploring Higher Realities YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@ExploringHigherRealities............................

We are joined by Co-Host & Executive Producer of Cosmosis: UFOs & A New Reality Kelly Chase to discuss the contents of her recent Cosmosis episode entitled UFO Narrative Wars: Weaponized Belief In The Age of Disclosure. Kelly's Links - UFO Narrative Wars Episode: https://youtu.be/SF80nv1l32I?si=aS-8rJfuKykYIt1pX(Twitter): https://x.com/UFO_Rabbit_Hole?t=9WP_TC-xgADmvc3RQS5uMw&s=09Cosmosis Podcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Cosmosis.PodcastLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/uforabbitholeCosmosis Series on Prime - Cosmosis: UFOs & A New Reality https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DJYQ1FLP/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rEngaging The Phenomenon Links - Learn CE-5/Contact Work/HICE - CE-5 Simplified: https://youtu.be/kfG63zTRfqE?si=qxioLQQH5TljJRsKIntroduction To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/3AtZmOCSF7k?si=_8ku72LaBVuf-FETPractical Guide To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/wNrPbyZRiA8?si=yiSMKfMsqVET4UD8More Engaging The Phenomenon Links - Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/EngagingThe?t=iEVw2QagEoCgZey4H_zT9Q&s=09Engaging The Phenomenon Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenonSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Engagingthephenomenon Support us w/ Paypal: https://paypal.me/engagingthephenomeno?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USRead Our Articles on Medium: https://medium.com/@EngagingThePhenomenonGreatly appreciate all the support!! Another way to support the channel is to share the work on social media networks! Thanks for joining us! Support The Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenon/supportEngaging The Phenomenon LinkTree(https://linktr.ee/EngagingThePhenomenon)Check out my other project exploring Practical Spirituality, Consciousness Studies, Spiritual Development, Practice & Theory. Exploring Higher Realities YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@ExploringHigherRealities......................

A 650-Word Sacred Inquiry into the Profitability of Performative Neediness By a Global Polymath of Trauma Science, Metaphysics, Consciousness Studies, and Relational Philosophy

A 650-Word Sacred Inquiry into the Profitability of Performative Neediness By a Global Polymath of Trauma Science, Metaphysics, Consciousness Studies, and Relational Philosophy.

We are joined by Grant Cameron on a deep dive regarding the Phenomenon, the conscious quantum hologram and the nature of reality! Grant's Links - Latest YouTube: https://youtu.be/2beup92avSk?si=Jhr3y3U9QtC49b0iYouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@whitehouseufoResources- [FULL] Michael Talbot Interview w/ Jeffrey Mishlove (remastered): https://youtu.be/HGeGHLIpgvU?si=yi-GpyzZ5tzBCwRDMichael Talbot Interview w/ Jeffrey Mishlove on The Holographic Universe: https://youtu.be/6rgYz_BU2Ew?si=KoO0S5Xeh3UIcIIJKelly Chase [Cosmosis] UFO Narrative Wars: https://youtu.be/SF80nv1l32I?si=NbHOXIHLXQO8kFRaEngaging The Phenomenon Links: Learn CE-5/Contact Work/HICE - CE-5 Simplified: https://youtu.be/kfG63zTRfqE?si=qxioLQQH5TljJRsKIntroduction To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/3AtZmOCSF7k?si=_8ku72LaBVuf-FETPractical Guide To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/wNrPbyZRiA8?si=yiSMKfMsqVET4UD8Engaging The Phenomenon Links - Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/EngagingThe?t=iEVw2QagEoCgZey4H_zT9Q&s=09Engaging The Phenomenon Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenonSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Engagingthephenomenon Support us w/ Paypal: https://paypal.me/engagingthephenomeno?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USRead Our Articles on Medium: https://medium.com/@EngagingThePhenomenonGreatly appreciate all the support!! Another way to support the channel is to share the work on social media networks! Thanks for joining us! Support The Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenon/supportEngaging The Phenomenon LinkTree(https://linktr.ee/EngagingThePhenomenon)Check out my other project exploring Consciousness Studies, Spiritual Development, Practice & Theory. Exploring Higher Realities YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@ExploringHigherRealities.................

We are joined by former CIA Officer and To The Stars* Jim Semivan and prolific historian and occult author Peter Levenda to discuss Gods, Man, War Vol. 3 as well as the complexity and implications of the UFO/NHI Reality and the potential ramifications of Disclosure. To The Stars* Website - https://tothestars.mediaGods, Man, & War Vol. 3 - https://a.co/d/0dMjxERPrior Engaging The Phenomenon Talks with Jim Semivan - - The UFO Program, Interactions with Nonhuman Intelligences, & Experiencers with Jim Semivan : https://youtu.be/5dPkW8QxYV0?si=1ki6qG6s6S4Dz5vF- To The Stars*, UFO Legacy Programs, and Experiencers with Jim Semivan: https://youtu.be/KxtL-sBhe30?si=Fahxlbanf-CHY5QUPrior Engaging The Phenomenon Talks with Peter Levenda - - Gods, Man, & War with Peter Levenda | WAR: https://youtu.be/C1gq3OnjRHA?si=VPSI6hC1qpsHcgUa - To The Stars*, Sekret Machines, The Occult, Nonhuman Intelligence with Peter Levenda: https://youtu.be/ONsita8Hk4c?si=cKly0NwuYSxiSLP0- Sekret Machines, The Phenomenon, and The Occult with Peter Levenda: https://youtu.be/fUc0AKaS01k?si=ULubZzQB61Ei1zXTEngaging The Phenomenon Links - Learn CE-5/Contact Work/HICE - CE-5 Simplified: https://youtu.be/kfG63zTRfqE?si=qxioLQQH5TljJRsKIntroduction To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/3AtZmOCSF7k?si=_8ku72LaBVuf-FETPractical Guide To Contact Work: https://youtu.be/wNrPbyZRiA8?si=yiSMKfMsqVET4UD8Engaging The Phenomenon Links - Follow us on X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/EngagingThe?t=iEVw2QagEoCgZey4H_zT9Q&s=09Engaging The Phenomenon Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenonSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Engagingthephenomenon Support us w/ Paypal: https://paypal.me/engagingthephenomeno?country.x=US&locale.x=en_USRead Our Articles on Medium: https://medium.com/@EngagingThePhenomenonGreatly appreciate all the support!! Another way to support the channel is to share the work on social media networks! Thanks for joining us! Support The Podcast: https://anchor.fm/engagingthephenomenon/supportEngaging The Phenomenon LinkTree(https://linktr.ee/EngagingThePhenomenon)Check out my other project exploring Consciousness Studies, Spiritual Development, Practice & Theory. Exploring Higher Realities YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@ExploringHigherRealities ............

Dr. Roger McFillin sits down with Stephanie Chevrier, creator of the viral Instagram account @live.deathless, where she shares scientific research on consciousness that most people have never heard of. After discovering the Bigelow Institute of Consciousness Studies, Stephanie went from skeptical agnostic to passionate researcher, uncovering rigorous scientific work happening in areas that challenge our understanding of reality itself. Her Instagram account has become a hub for evidence-based spirituality, attracting thousands who are curious about what mainstream science isn't telling us about consciousness, death, and human potential. Dr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here

In this episode, Monnica T. Williams, PhD, ABPP joins to discuss how psychedelics may help alleviate mental health impacts of racial trauma. Dr. Williams is a licensed clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Ottawa in the School of Psychology, where she is the Canada Research Chair in Mental Health Disparities. In this conversation, Dr. Williams begins by highlighting the daily stress and trauma experienced by people of color, likening it to PTSD. She discusses a survey her team conducted which revealed that many people of color use psychedelics to manage racial trauma, showing significant reductions in stress, depression, and anxiety. Additionally, Dr. Williams emphasizes the importance of a safe environment and culturally competent therapists. In closing, she discusses ongoing research at this intersection and the need for more funding and awareness in this field.   In this episode, you'll hear: How racial trauma manifests as conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety The importance of an intersectional perspective Current treatments for mental health struggles stemming from racial trauma Results from Dr. Williams' research into psychedelic use amongst people of color The importance of safe and supportive settings for psychedelic experiences How shared life experiences between a therapist and client can strength the therapeutic alliance and improve outcomes Why bias training is particularly important in the context of psychedelic therapy   Quotes: “People of color who live in these white dominated Western contexts are continually bombarded by subtle —and not so subtle—messages about their worth, about their standing in society, about their intelligence, their character, on and on and on and on. And so really the daily onslaught just wears and wears away at people, and the stress of that can actually become traumatizing.” [1:49] “People heal from trauma when someone witnesses their pain, right? When people can compassionately witness your pain and join in it with you—this is the basis behind all therapeutic approaches for trauma treatment.” [10:13] “We saw [from our survey study] that many, many people of color are using psychedelics to manage racism, often very quietly. But it seems for many people to be quite effective and quite helpful.” [11:53] “We looked at some separate psychedelics where we had enough people who described a specific one like psilocybin or LSD or peyote in some cases. And so we were able to look at those psychedelics separately and we didn't actually find a difference. It didn't seem to matter which psychedelic it was. It seemed that they were all, more or less equally effective.” [15:20]   Links: Dr. Williams' website Dr. Williams on X Dr. Williams on Instagram Dr. Williams on LinkedIn Dr. Williams' study “Investigating the associations of acute psychedelic experiences and changes in racial trauma symptoms, psychological flexibility, and substance use among People with Racial and Ethnic Minoritized Identities in the United States and Canada” Behavioral Wellness Clinic - Connecticut Behavioural Wellness Clinic - Ottawa  Masters Program in Psychedelics and Consciousness Studies at University of Ottawa Psychedelic Medicine Association Porangui

In this must-listen paranormal podcast episode of Open Loops, Greg interviews John Fraser—Council Member of the Society for Psychical Research and author of Paranormal Perspectives: One Big Box of Paranormal Tricks. Together they explore the groundbreaking idea that all paranormal events—from ghosts to poltergeists to UFOs—might stem from a single psychic force within us.  That's right. No polyamorous forces, Aubrey Marcus. Cool your jets.Fraser, wo has investigated hundreds of cases including the Enfield poltergeist and the Cage haunting in Essex, lays out a compelling scientific and psychological framework. Instead of external entities, he suggests that stress, trauma, and altered states of consciousness may trigger these phenomena.John and Greg discuss hypnotic regression, ESP experiments, false memory formation, and why Fraser believes random event generator technology could be key to proving the paranormal scientifically. This conversation challenges demonology (sorry new Pope), explores the psychology behind ghost sightings, and makes a strong case for a unified paranormal theory.If you're curious about how consciousness, haunted locations, and poltergeist behavior intersect in a scientifically grounded way and you love how that all wraps together in one sentence optimized for SEO, this is the top fringe science podcast episode of 2025 to hear.

00:00:00 - Kicking Off with Tech, Consciousness, and Alex Jones Show opens with jokes about fake quantum computers, AI, and Mike flying solo without Joe. Teases future topics: consciousness, North Korea, and Alex Jones. First round of Alex Jones clips—bizarre, nonsensical quotes featuring drugs, math, and Masonic conspiracies. 00:10:00 - Cocaine Allegations & Competing Consciousness Theories Viral “coke on the table” clip at Ukrainian meeting examined and debunked. Continued Alex Jones clip chaos. Introduction of study testing two major consciousness theories: Integrated Information Theory vs. Global Neuronal Workspace. 00:20:00 - Conscious Cells and AI Consciousness Speculation Popular Mechanics article suggests every cell may have its own consciousness. Robert Bigelow's interest in life after death studies. Discussion of AI and whether interacting with environments could make them conscious. 00:30:00 - Photonic Glow After Death & Ghostbusters Comparisons University of Calgary discovers living beings emit a glow that fades after death. Aura photography and spiritual claims linked to new research. Movie tie-ins to “Ghostbusters 2” and “The Last Dragon” to illustrate glowing souls. 00:40:00 - Soul Codes, Remote Viewing, and Cemetery MAC Addresses Theoretical experiment discussed: using codes and remote viewing to track souls after death. Revisits vaccine nano-paranoia about MAC addresses detected near graves. Touches on AI interacting with souls using remote viewers. 00:50:00 - North Korean IT Scams and Superman Fatigue North Korean developers infiltrating Western companies under false IDs. DC's new Superman movie trailer discussed—hosts are unimpressed. Marvel's problem with too many low-quality releases. 01:00:00 - Simulation Theory: Gravity as Data Compression Gravity might result from the universe's attempt to compress information—support for simulation theory. The theory read aloud in Jeff Goldblum's AI voice for comic relief. Trump “fat drug” anecdote and a QAnon reference to the phrase “tippy top.” 01:10:00 - Qatar 747 for Trump and the Star Wars Quiz Lawsuit Debunks viral claim that Trump got a spy-laced jet from Qatar. Woman wins lawsuit after being compared to Darth Vader on a personality test. 01:20:00 - Darth Vader Lawsuit Fallout & Listener Banter Continued riff on the “Vader personality test” case. Listener calls spark debate on drugs at summits and AI image analysis. Banter around AI-generated photos and expanding Star Wars references. 01:30:00 - Ancient Penis Graffiti & Waffle House Tekken Characters Vandal paints giant penis on a UNESCO site in Peru. Fans demand a Waffle House fight stage in Tekken. Hilarious talk of average Americans becoming fighting game characters. 01:40:00 - AI Job Interviews and the Waffle House Fight Franchise Joke continues on Waffle House brawlers as a video game franchise. AI being used in job interviews sparks conversation on ethics and absurdities. News stories about applicants being tricked or frustrated by AI hiring bots. 01:50:00 - Job Interview Disasters & the Rise of the Poop Copter Personal job interview horror story—flying cross-country to be interviewed by people on Zoom. Discussion about AI-powered drones picking up dog poop—“Poop Copter.” Concerns about AI replacing human jobs, even for dog waste entrepreneurs. 02:00:00 - San Francisco Poop Drones & Episode Wrap-Up Mike imagines “poop drones” cleaning up city streets, possibly chasing homeless people. Satirical visions of combining drone delivery with waste removal. Show ends with banter about AI Steven Seagal, Saturday's upcoming show, and “poop copter” jokes. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Phone: 513-461-2175 ► Skype: ourbigdumbmouth ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2  

Dr. Bob Davis in an internationally recognized scientist in his field. He graduated with a Ph.D. in Sensory Neuroscience from The Ohio State University, and served as professor of neuroscience at the State University of New York for over 30 years. Bob has published over 60 articles in scholarly journals, lectured at national and international scientific conferences, and was awarded several major research grants from the National Institute of Health and the National Science Foundation. Since his retirement, he has co-authored articles in the Journal of Consciousness Studies and the Journal of Scientific Exploration. Dr. Davis has written three books entitled: Unseen Forces: The Integration of Science, Reality and You, The UFO Phenomenon: Should I Believe? and Life after Death: An Analysis of the Evidence. Davis has also lectured on these topics at both national and international conferences. Website: www.bobdavisspeakes.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertdavislectures/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Is the west on its own healing journey? Shows like "The White Lotus" and the rise of Ayahuasca in the western world show how much we are in need of tools. But we did not create these tools by ourselves. My guest today, Dr. Sergio Perez Rosal is the perfect partner to talk about the idea of bridging different cultural perspectives, acknowledging both the challenges and teachings from various traditions and how to be aware of reciprocity, if it comes to indigenous cultures. Dr. Sergio Pérez Rosal is a pioneer in integrating traditional medicine with psychedelic treatments. With a background in anesthesia and emergency medicine, he advocates for a holistic approach to mental health. His 'Fundamentals of Health' concept combines psychedelics, lifestyle changes, and mindfulness to enhance well-being. As a faculty member in the University of Ottawa's Psychedelic and Consciousness Studies program, he leads in psychedelic research and education. Featured in his TEDX talk and outlets like Forbes, Sergio envisions a future where health is cultivated through the transformative power of psychedelics.What you should know: Cultural Crisis: The West faces a crisis not just of mental health but of meaning, driven by materialism and disconnection from spiritual values.Romanticization of Other Cultures: There is a tendency to overly romanticize Eastern and Indigenous cultures as solutions to Western spiritual emptiness, overlooking their complexities and challenges. The use of psychedelics in these cultures Importance of Reciprocity: Engaging with Indigenous practices requires an understanding of reciprocity, respect, and cultural sensitivity, fostering true intercultural exchange.Psychedelic Integration: Successful outcomes from psychedelic experiences depend on proper guidance, intention, and post-experience integration rather than relying solely on the materials themselves.Building Bridges: Initiatives that merge Western and Indigenous perspectives can create a deeper understanding of consciousness and healing, benefiting both communities in navigating the complexities of mental health and spirituality.Check out @search_md on IG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to think about consciousness without breaking your brain. Annaka Harris is the New York Times bestselling author of CONSCIOUS: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind and writer and producer of the audio documentary series, LIGHTS ON. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Nautilus Magazine, the Journal of Consciousness Studies, and IAI Magazine, and she is also an editor and consultant for science writers, specializing in neuroscience and physics.    In this episode we talk about: What consciousness is—and why we should care about it The question of whether or not consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the universe (so literally—is consciousness embedded in the chair I'm sitting in?) Why thinking about this mystery can create a sense of awe (a reliable antidote to suffering) Meditation techniques for exploring consciousness The illusion of the self  The importance of challenging our intuitions And much more   Related Episodes:  The Fundamental Mystery of the Mind | Annaka Harris Susan Kaiser Greenland and Annaka Harris, Teaching Mindfulness to Kids #469. A Mystery That Matters | Anil Seth Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novelist Jennifer Egan On: Panic, Awe, Fetishizing Authenticity, and Our Possible AI Futures   Sign up for Dan's newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Ten Percent Happier online bookstore Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Our favorite playlists on: Anxiety, Sleep, Relationships, Most Popular Episodes   Additional Resources:  wakingup.com/tenpercent LIGHTS ON The Candy House The Case Against Reality  On Having No Head: Zen and the Rediscovery of the Obvious  Ten Zen Questions: Susan Blackmore  

What does it mean to understand death? For centuries, philosophers have argued that only humans can truly comprehend mortality. But what if they're wrong?In this episode, we speak with philosopher Susana Monsó, author of Playing Possum: How Animals Understand Death, to explore whether animals can grasp their own mortality. From grieving elephants to corpse-removing ants and possums that play dead, we investigate what animal behavior reveals about their concept of death. Do dogs understand when their owners pass away? Do predators recognize a corpse as different from prey? And what does this mean for how we treat animals?

As educators, a great deal of our understandings of what learning is has been dominated by behaviourist (check out previous episode with Carol Sanford) and cognitivist ideas, but what if our decisions about how we design learning environments, and think about pedagogy and curriculum had taken in ecological insights of Eleanor Gibson and James Gibson and the branch of psychology known as ecological psychology. So few educators know that such a sub-discipline even exists!Rather than individual students's brains neatly arranged in rows in intentionally informationally impoverished learning environments to compute information and construct meaning in a meaningless world out there, we might have young people as object-environment systems moving around and exploring informationally rich environments to fine-tune their action-perception through multi-sensory relating to the ecologies that they participate in! Sounds like a pretty different world!This episode welcomes Miguel Segundo-Ortín and Vicente Raja, post-doctoral researchers at the MINT Lab, and research fellows at University of Murcia, Spain. Together, they are the authors of the book Ecological Psychology (Cambridge Elements, 2024) -https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/ecological-psychology/9E79001702D4D8029E19D11CD330149FMiguel Segundo-Ortin is a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Philosophy and member of the Minimal Intelligence Laboratory at the University of Murcia (Spain). His research is in the philosophy of the cognitive sciences, particularly embodied cognition, comparative cognition, and human agency.https://miguelsegundoortinphd.com/Vicente Raja a post-doctoral researcher at the MINT Lab, a research fellow at University of Murcia (Spain) and external affiliate faculty of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy at Western University (Canada). His research lies at the intersection of philosophy, cognitive science, neuroscience, and the history of the sciences of the mind, and has appeared in venues including Synthese, Minds and Machines, Physics of Life Reviews, Behavioral and Brain Sciences, Scientific Reports, Frontiers in Neuroscience, Philosophical Psychology, Adaptive Behavior, Cognitive Systems Research, and Theory and Psychology, among others. He has also edited/is editing a book for Routledge and special issues for the Journal of Consciousness Studies and Topics in Cognitive Science. https://www.um.es/mintlab/index.php/about/people/vicente-raja/This is a talk given by Vicente In Memoriam: Eleanor Gibson - https://youtu.be/QmV4Iz1jJs8?si=HAScaBYB2RcNKjTaJames J. Gibson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_J._Gibson

Stuart Hameroff MD is Professor of Anesthesiology and Psychology, and Director of the Center for Consciousness Studies at the University of Arizona in Tucson. Hameroff became interested in intelligent behavior of microtubules, protein lattices which organize activities within living cells. Hameroff and colleagues developed theories of microtubules as self-organizing molecular computers. In the 1990s Hameroff teamed with Sir Roger Penrose on the controversial Penrose-Hameroff "Orch OR" model of consciousness based on quantum computing in brain neuronal microtubules, a notion bolstered by recent evidence. Hameroff also organizes the biennial interdisciplinary conferences, The Science of Consciousness Conference. The Science of Consciousness (‘TSC') conference is the world's longest running inter-disciplinary gathering on the study of consciousness, the nature of existence, and our place in the universe. In 2025 TSC will be in Barcelona, Spain, July 6-11 (Workshops, Plenaries, Concurrents, Exhibits, Demos, Social, Poetry Slam, Dancing - AC Marriott Forum Hotel), preceding and in conjunction with The Festival of Consciousness, July 11-13 (Music, Art, Experiential, Inspiration, Spirituality, Education, Business, Evolution). Speakers include: Sir Roger Penrose, Donald Hoffman, Robert Lawrence Kuhn, Rupert Sheldrake, Deepak Chopra, Federico Faggin, Anirban Bandyopadhyay, and many others. Links below for TSC tickets & more information. TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) - Introduction (1:04) - Defining Consciousness (4:15) - Microtubules & Anaesthesia (9:00) - Where it began with Sir Roger Penrose (15:13) - Patricia Churchland's hilarious critique on Hameroff & Penrose (25:45) - Objective Reduction Explained (37:27) - Quantum Biology (40:47) - Philosophical Implications (Hard Problem, NDEs, OBEs, Afterlife & Reincarnation) (46:00) - Time Crystals & Life (54:20) - Spectrum of Consciousness (plants to humans) (57:37) - "Cartoon Neurons" (1:00:31) - IIT vs GNWT vs Predictive Processing vs Higher-Order Thought vs Orch OR (Battle of Consciousness Theories!) (1:07:23) - Ethical/Practical Implications (Healthcare) (1:10:40) - Transcranial Ultrasound Explored (1:18:10) - How Does Anaesthesia Affect Consciousness? (1:22:10) - The Science of Consciousness Conference & Festival of Consciousness (1:28:00) - Astrobiology & Conformal Cyclic Cosmology (1:30:20) - The Microtubule Maestro's future (1:36:32) - Conclusion EPISODE LINKS: - Stuart's Website: https://hameroff.arizona.edu/ - Stuart's X: https://twitter.com/stuarthameroff - TSC: https://consciousness.arizona.edu/ - TSC 2025 Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/4y94zwhr - TSC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thescienceofconsciousness - Patricia Churchland: https://youtu.be/6IVBxmaaGNg?feature=shared - Christof Koch: https://youtu.be/GeO5zr1e5lc?feature=shared - Susan Blackmore: https://youtu.be/u1VlYfgCHTA?feature=shared - Donald Hoffman: https://youtu.be/QRa8r5xOaAA?feature=shared - Federico Faggin: https://youtu.be/MSn4t6fP_dc?feature=shared CONNECT: - Website: https://tevinnaidu.com - Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mindbodysolution - YouTube: https://youtube.com/mindbodysolution - X: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu - Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtevinnaidu - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu ============================= Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational purposes only. The content is shared in the spirit of open discourse and does not constitute, nor does it substitute, professional or medical advice. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening/watching any of our contents. You acknowledge that you use the information provided at your own risk. Listeners/viewers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with their own experts in the respective fields.

In this prize-winning essay for the 2021 Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies essay contest, Dr. Ruickbie examines the evidence for the survival of consciousness after death (“life after death”). Initially skeptical, he found that there was sufficient evidence from a wide variety of sources, including apparitions, reincarnation, near-death experiences, after-death communication, and premonitions, that met the contest's criteria of being “beyond reasonable doubt.”Such claims are often dismissed as contravening the laws of physics; however, Ruickbie takes the ground-breaking approach of organizing the evidence as eye-witness testimony to the "block" universe (in which past, present and future exist at the same time) described by Albert Einstein and Hermann Minkowski; and finds further support in the latest theories and findings of Quantum Physics for what Ruickbie calls “timetanglement” and “cloud consciousness.” Using a novel framework inspired by Charles Dickens, this is a readable and convincing account of a complex and highly debated subject.BioDr Leo Ruickbie, FRHistS, FRAI, ARPS, PhD (Lond), MA, BA (Hons), ACIQ, Associate of King's College London, is a Visiting Fellow in Psychology at the University of Northampton, where he is a member of the Exceptional Experiences and Consciousness Studies research group.Described as a ‘leading historian and sociologist of the paranormal' by the Daily Express newspaper (print) and ‘a leading expert on the paranormal‘ (express.co.uk online), Dr Ruickbie specialises in controversial areas of human belief and experience, sometimes called ‘exceptional human experiences'. A phrase coined by Rhea White in 1990, exceptional human experience is ‘an umbrella term for many types of experience generally considered to be psychic, mystical, encounter-type experiences, death-related experiences, and experiences at the upper end of the normal range, such as creative inspiration, exceptional human performance' (White, 1994:5).Dr Ruickbie is closely involved in the work of the Society for Psychical Research as a member of Council, former Editor of its Magazine and a member of its Spontaneous Cases Committee. Established in 1882, the Society for Psychical Research is the world's largest, oldest and most reputable organisation for the scientific study of what we now call ‘the paranormal'.He is also a Professional Member of the Parapsychological Association. Established in 1957, the Parapsychological Association is affiliated to the American Association for the Advancement of Science.In recognition of his contribution to scholarship sustained over the course of his career, Dr Ruickbie has been elected a Fellow of both the Royal Historical Society and the Royal Anthropological Institute.Dr Ruickbie's PhD is from King's College, London, for his thesis on contemporary witchcraft and magic use, building on research that won him an MA with distinction from Lancaster University. He is the author of several books, all based on rigorous research: Witchcraft Out of the Shadows (2004 and 2011), Faustus: The Life and Times of a Renaissance Magician (2009), A Brief Guide to the Supernatural (2012), A Brief Guide to Ghost Hunting (2013), The Impossible Zoo (2016) and Angels in the Trenches (2018); as well as numerous articles and chapters in scholarly publications.https://ruickbie.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRMN4D41/ https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife

In this prize-winning essay for the 2021 Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies essay contest, Dr. Ruickbie examines the evidence for the survival of consciousness after death (“life after death”). Initially skeptical, he found that there was sufficient evidence from a wide variety of sources, including apparitions, reincarnation, near-death experiences, after-death communication, and premonitions, that met the contest's criteria of being “beyond reasonable doubt.”Such claims are often dismissed as contravening the laws of physics; however, Ruickbie takes the ground-breaking approach of organizing the evidence as eye-witness testimony to the "block" universe (in which past, present and future exist at the same time) described by Albert Einstein and Hermann Minkowski; and finds further support in the latest theories and findings of Quantum Physics for what Ruickbie calls “timetanglement” and “cloud consciousness.” Using a novel framework inspired by Charles Dickens, this is a readable and convincing account of a complex and highly debated subject.BioDr Leo Ruickbie, FRHistS, FRAI, ARPS, PhD (Lond), MA, BA (Hons), ACIQ, Associate of King's College London, is a Visiting Fellow in Psychology at the University of Northampton, where he is a member of the Exceptional Experiences and Consciousness Studies research group.Described as a ‘leading historian and sociologist of the paranormal' by the Daily Express newspaper (print) and ‘a leading expert on the paranormal‘ (express.co.uk online), Dr Ruickbie specialises in controversial areas of human belief and experience, sometimes called ‘exceptional human experiences'. A phrase coined by Rhea White in 1990, exceptional human experience is ‘an umbrella term for many types of experience generally considered to be psychic, mystical, encounter-type experiences, death-related experiences, and experiences at the upper end of the normal range, such as creative inspiration, exceptional human performance' (White, 1994:5).Dr Ruickbie is closely involved in the work of the Society for Psychical Research as a member of Council, former Editor of its Magazine and a member of its Spontaneous Cases Committee. Established in 1882, the Society for Psychical Research is the world's largest, oldest and most reputable organisation for the scientific study of what we now call ‘the paranormal'.He is also a Professional Member of the Parapsychological Association. Established in 1957, the Parapsychological Association is affiliated to the American Association for the Advancement of Science.In recognition of his contribution to scholarship sustained over the course of his career, Dr Ruickbie has been elected a Fellow of both the Royal Historical Society and the Royal Anthropological Institute.Dr Ruickbie's PhD is from King's College, London, for his thesis on contemporary witchcraft and magic use, building on research that won him an MA with distinction from Lancaster University. He is the author of several books, all based on rigorous research: Witchcraft Out of the Shadows (2004 and 2011), Faustus: The Life and Times of a Renaissance Magician (2009), A Brief Guide to the Supernatural (2012), A Brief Guide to Ghost Hunting (2013), The Impossible Zoo (2016) and Angels in the Trenches (2018); as well as numerous articles and chapters in scholarly publications.https://ruickbie.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRMN4D41/ https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlife

In this episode of Cool People Big Ideas, Lauren Walker sits down with Rupert Sheldrake to discuss his groundbreaking theory of morphic resonance, which explores how living beings are connected across time and space. They talk about how Rupert's work challenges conventional scientific ideas, shedding light on phenomena like telepathy and animal instincts that many mainstream scientists dismiss. Rupert offers a simple explanation of his theory and provides real-world examples of how morphic fields influence everything from human behavior to communication between animals. He also clarifies the often-misunderstood Double Slit experiment, offering a clear perspective that sets the record straight. This conversation gives listeners a new understanding of Rupert's work and how it might shift our view of the world.The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Energy Works podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Energy Works hosts or Energy Medicine Yoga employees.What You'll Learn:- The key ideas behind Rupert Sheldrake's morphic resonance theory.- How Rupert's theories challenge mainstream scientific beliefs.- Practical examples of how morphic resonance plays out in everyday life.- A clearer understanding of the Double Slit experiment and its true implications.- How Rupert's work connects science with common human experiences.Key Moments:- Rupert explains the concept of morphic resonance and its potential to change our understanding of science.- How Rupert's work challenges traditional views in science, particularly around phenomena like telepathy and intuition.- The connection between morphic fields and how animals and humans share unspoken knowledge.- Rupert offers a clear, simplified explanation of the Double Slit experiment and why it matters.- Real-world applications of Rupert's theories, from animal behavior to human communication.You can learn more about Rupert Sheldrake at his website www.sheldrake.org and his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RupertSheldrakePhD 

August Goforth Talks About Parapsychology and Easing Grief August Goforth is with us for the second time. He is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in New York City, and he is also a gifted spirit medium. Along with Timothy Gray, he currently sits in a physical mediumship circle for the development of spirit portals to otherwheres. August is co-author of The Risen: Dialogues of Love, Grief & Survival Beyond Death. His other books include: The Risen: A Companion to Grief; Grief: Ponderings From The Aftelife; and Tangible Dreaming. August's articles have been published in Paranthropology Journal; Journal of Exceptional Experiences and Psychology; Paranormal Review; and The Searchlight (The Academy for Spiritual and Consciousness Studies). August has been interviewed on many radio shows and podcasts, including Jeffrey Mishlove's “New Thinking Allowed” George Noory's “Coast To Coast Radio”; Phran & Bob Ginsberg's Forever Family Foundation's “Signs of Life Radio”; and Eldon Taylor of Hay House “Inner Talk Radio”. August & Tim were interviewed by the renowned journalist, Scott Podmore, who featured them as a chapter in his book, Conversations with Mediums. His website is therisenbooks.com. Learn more about Roberta here: http://robertagrimes.com https://seekreality.com

Guest: Dr. Tiffeny Todd, of Psychic Physics Department Chair and Associate Professor of Physics. Documentarian of Playing my Mind Symphony. Full Notes on Lab Grown Brains with Tiffeny Todd, PhD Part 2 Episode 113 Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series Dr. Tiffeny Todd earned her PhD in physics from the University of California, Irvine where she researched a mechanism believed to give birds their ability to sense the Earth's magnetic field to navigate.  Today she is a Department Chair and Associate Professor of Physics at Pierce College in Washington state.  In January of 2024, she presented a new model for nonlocal consciousness at The Science of Consciousness conference hosted by the University of Arizona's Center for Consciousness Studies. ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ | Patreon Follow Tiffeny Todd, PhD: Website | YouTube | Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wtfjusthappened/support

In this episode, I dive deep into the fascinating intersections of science and spirituality. Are we all connected in ways that go beyond what we can see or measure? From the mysteries of quantum physics and consciousness studies to the neuroscience behind meditation and near-death experiences, I explore how science is beginning to reveal insights that resonate with ancient spiritual teachings. Join me as I discuss the interconnected nature of reality, the potential for meditation to rewire the brain, and groundbreaking studies on consciousness that challenge conventional ideas about the mind. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a spiritual seeker, or just curious, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the big questions about life, connection, and the universe. References: Quantum Physics and Consciousness: Bohm, David. Wholeness and the Implicate Order. Routledge, 1980. Schrödinger, Erwin. What is Life? Mind and Matter. Cambridge University Press, 1944. Meditation and Neuroplasticity: Lazar, Sara W., et al. "Meditation experience is associated with increased cortical thickness." NeuroReport, 2005. Davidson, Richard J. Alterations in brain and immune function produced by mindfulness meditation. Psychosomatic Medicine, 2003. Consciousness Studies and Near-Death Experiences: Van Lommel, Pim. Consciousness Beyond Life: The Science of the Near-Death Experience. HarperOne, 2010. Psychedelic Studies: Griffiths, Roland R., et al. "Psilocybin produces substantial and sustained decreases in depression and anxiety in patients with life-threatening cancer." Journal of Psychopharmacology, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I dive deep into the fascinating intersections of science and spirituality. Are we all connected in ways that go beyond what we can see or measure? From the mysteries of quantum physics and consciousness studies to the neuroscience behind meditation and near-death experiences, I explore how science is beginning to reveal insights that resonate with ancient spiritual teachings. Join me as I discuss the interconnected nature of reality, the potential for meditation to rewire the brain, and groundbreaking studies on consciousness that challenge conventional ideas about the mind. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a spiritual seeker, or just curious, this episode offers a fresh perspective on the big questions about life, connection, and the universe. References: Quantum Physics and Consciousness: Bohm, David. Wholeness and the Implicate Order. Routledge, 1980. Schrödinger, Erwin. What is Life? Mind and Matter. Cambridge University Press, 1944. Meditation and Neuroplasticity: Lazar, Sara W., et al. "Meditation experience is associated with increased cortical thickness." NeuroReport, 2005. Davidson, Richard J. Alterations in brain and immune function produced by mindfulness meditation. Psychosomatic Medicine, 2003. Consciousness Studies and Near-Death Experiences: Van Lommel, Pim. Consciousness Beyond Life: The Science of the Near-Death Experience. HarperOne, 2010. Psychedelic Studies: Griffiths, Roland R., et al. "Psilocybin produces substantial and sustained decreases in depression and anxiety in patients with life-threatening cancer." Journal of Psychopharmacology, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Dr. Tiffeny Todd, of Psychic Physics Department Chair and Associate Professor of Physics. Documentarian of Playing my Mind Symphony. Full Notes on The Science of Life After Death with Tiffeny Todd, PhD Part 1 Episode 112 Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened?! Series Dr. Tiffeny Todd earned her PhD in physics from the University of California, Irvine where she researched a mechanism believed to give birds their ability to sense the Earth's magnetic field to navigate.  Today she is a Department Chair and Associate Professor of Physics at Pierce College in Washington state.  In January of 2024, she presented a new model for nonlocal consciousness at The Science of Consciousness conference hosted by the University of Arizona's Center for Consciousness Studies. ⁠⁠⁠Buy me a coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠WTF Just Happened Books⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Science + Spirituality Salons⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠ | Patreon Follow Tiffeny Todd, PhD: Website | YouTube | Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wtfjusthappened/support

In this podcast we meet Matt Segall, core faculty in the Philosophy, Cosmology and Consciousness Program at CIIS. We discuss the need for new methods of research beyond the limits of siloed disciplines producing interdisciplinary knowledge. In research, Matt speaks of the importance of disclosing one's own metaphysical groundings and epistemological assumptions in order to build frameworks of transdisciplinary engagement, which are spaces of discovery, creation and the invention of new concepts and languages. We also speak about Carl Jung, Rudolf Steiner relations to transdisciplinary pedagogy and end by discussing Matt's new book Crossing the Threshold: Etheric Imagination in the Post-Kantian Process Philosophy of Schelling and Whitehead. Matthew D. Segall, Ph.D, is a transdisciplinary researcher who teaches courses applying process-relational philosophy across various disciplines, including religious studies, philosophy of nature, philosophy of mind, and social and political theory. He has published on these and a wide range of other topics, including German idealism, the philosophy of time, psychedelics, theoretical biology, architecture, and media theory. Publications: Crossing the Threshold: Etheric Imagination in the Post-Kantian Process Philosophy of Schelling and Whitehead (2023) Physics of the World-Soul: Whitehead's Adventure in Cosmology (2021) The EWP Podcast credits: East-West Psychology Podcast Website Connect with EWP: Website • Youtube • Facebook Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (PhD candidate) Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay Introduction music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala Music at the end of the episode: Expansion, on the album Experiments of Truth, by Kayos Theory Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Welcome to the Psychedelic Conversations Podcast! Episode 136: In this episode of Psychedelic Conversations, we reconnect with James Cooke, neuroscientist, writer, and speaker. James dives deep into his latest work, The Dawn of Mind, exploring the intersections of science, spirituality, and consciousness. We discuss his journey from early spiritual awakenings to a scientific pursuit of understanding meditative and psychedelic states. James offers insight into the current state of the psychedelic field, reflecting on its potential and challenges for personal and societal transformation. He also discusses the intricate nature of consciousness, the relationship between science and spirituality, and humanity's search for meaning and connection. Join us as we unpack these profound ideas, aiming to bridge gaps in our understanding and explore how psychedelics might play a role in awakening a more interconnected, holistic perspective on existence. Explore James Cooke's book, The Dawn of Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Dawn-Mind-Matter-Became-Conscious/dp/1633889920 Our previous conversation: https://youtu.be/DnrD_YLJu3A About James: James Cooke PhD is a neuroscientist, author, and nondual facilitator. He has three degrees in experimental psychology and neuroscience from Oxford University, including a PhD in neuroscience. He has conducted research into the brain basis of consciousness at such institutions as Oxford University; the University of California, Berkeley; University College London; Trinity College Dublin; and Riken Brain Sciences Institute in Tokyo. At the University of London, Cooke achieved the theoretical breakthrough that forms the basis of his new book The Dawn of Mind, first publishing his findings in the Journal of Consciousness Studies and later in Entropy. Outside of academia, he directs the Inner Space Institute, a platform for promoting understanding around science and secular spirituality. Connect with James: https://www.innerspaceinstitute.org/ https://www.drjamescooke.com/ https://www.youtube.com/drjamescooke https://www.instagram.com/drjamescooke https://www.x.com/drjamescooke Thank you so much for joining us! Psychedelic Conversations Podcast is designed to educate, inform, and expand awareness. For more information, please head over to https://www.psychedelicconversations.com Please share with your friends or leave a review so that we can reach more people and feel free to join us in our private Facebook group to keep the conversation going. https://www.facebook.com/groups/psychedelicconversations This show is for information purposes only, and is not intended to provide mental health or medical advice. About Susan Guner: Susan Guner is a holistic psychotherapist with a mindfulness-based approach grounded in Transpersonal Psychology, focusing on trauma-informed, community-centric processes that offer a broader understanding of human potential and well-being. Connect with Susan: Website: https://www.psychedelicconversations.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/susan.guner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-guner/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/susanguner Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/susanguner Blog: https://susanguner.medium.com/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/susan-guner #PsychedelicConversations #SusanGuner #JamesCooke #PsychedelicPodcast #Microdosing #PsychedelicScience #PlantMedicines #PsychedelicResearch #Entheogens

The roots of our modern discipline of Consciousness Studies can be found in the works of the high-minded Hermetic alchemists of the Renaissance. You can download the Summary Chart of this podcast from https://1drv.ms/i/s!AtbqIKeml-PxvYkm2H6F_Swk-A3IQw?e=xRbvgE Other resources and images mentioned can be found in my Resources page at: More resources at  https://1drv.ms/f/s!AtbqIKeml-PxtLA843UjaUCyh28eyw?e=UIU5TJ  Video at https://youtu.be/UKXYCx03lLQ

Stephen Braude is a legend when it comes to the convergence of parapsychology and philosophy. He is the 2022 winner of the Parapsychological Association's prestigious Outstanding Career Award, an award given to individuals who's efforts have advanced the discipline of parapsychology for over two decades. Stephen's essay, ‘A Rational Guide to the Best Evidence of Post-Mortem Survival', was a runner-up in the celebrated Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies 2021 contest. In 2014 he was awarded the FWH Myers Memorial Medal from the Society for Psychical Research. Stephen has written numerous books including ‘The Gold Leaf Lady' and ‘Immortal Remains'. Please share to help Unravelling the Universe grow and reach more people. Thank you

This episode is sponsored by Netsuite by Oracle, the number one cloud financial system, streamlining accounting, financial management, inventory, HR, and more. NetSuite is offering a one-of-a-kind flexible financing program. Head to https://netsuite.com/EYEONAI to know more.   In this episode of the Eye on AI podcast, we dive into the world of quantum consciousness with Stuart Hameroff, a pioneer in the field of consciousness studies and co-developer of the controversial Orch OR theory.   Stuart Hameroff takes us on a journey through the intersection of quantum mechanics and the human mind, explaining how microtubules within neurons could be the key to unlocking the mysteries of consciousness.   Stuart delves into his work with physicist Roger Penrose, where they propose that consciousness arises from quantum processes in the brain, deeply embedded in the fabric of spacetime itself. We explore how this theory challenges mainstream neuroscience, which often reduces the mind to simple neural activity, and instead suggests that consciousness may have a profound connection to the universe's underlying structure.   Throughout the conversation, Stuart addresses the debate over AI consciousness, asserting that true conscious experience cannot arise from mere computation but requires quantum processes. He shares insights on the latest experiments in anesthesia and quantum biology, offering a fresh perspective on how the brain might function on a deeper, quantum level.   Join us as we unpack the groundbreaking Orch OR theory and what it could mean for the future of science, technology, and our understanding of reality.   Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest cutting-edge discussions in AI, quantum theory, and consciousness research!     Stay Updated: Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI     (00:00) Preview (03:26) Consciousness and Dualism vs. Materialism (04:51) Anesthesia and Consciousness: Hameroff's Perspective (07:30) Roger Penrose's Perspective on Consciousness (09:51) Penrose's Explanation of Quantum Superposition (12:52) The Collapse of Quantum Superposition and Consciousness (14:41) Microtubules and Their Role in Consciousness (17:08) Critique of Current Neuroscience Approaches (22:28) Discovering the Microtubule's Role in Information Processing (26:08) Microtubules as Cellular Automata (28:48) The Role of Frohlich Coherence in Quantum Biology (31:27) Meeting Roger Penrose and Connecting with His Work (33:52) Collaboration with Penrose: Developing the Theory (37:05) Challenges and Criticisms of the Theory (43:06) Advances in Quantum Consciousness Research (46:18) Hierarchical Models in the Brain (51:10) Entanglement and Consciousness (55:03) The Mystery of Anesthesia's Selective Impact on Consciousness (57:07) Quantum Effects and Anesthesia's Mechanism (01:00:22) The Search for Anesthesia's Target Protein (01:04:30) Experimental Evidence for Quantum Effects in Biology (01:09:33) Consciousness as a Quantum Physical Effect

Robert Bigelow is an aerospace entrepreneur and founder of the Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies: an organization supporting research into the survival of human consciousness after death.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/total-disclosure-ufos-coverups-conspiracy--5975113/support.

A fascinating and dynamic episode with one of my favorite humans in the universe, Britta Love. We discuss.. giving ourselves the space to feel heartbreak and grief; living in sanist culture; surrogate partner therapy; how the Wheel of Consent can support psychedelic communities with some of the common struggles we're seeing in the movement, and an upcoming retreat for psychedelic practitioners to learn and practice the Wheel of Consent. Britta Love (they/she) weaves between the worlds of conscious sexuality and psychedelic ritual, with a through line of social justice and embodied consent. They became an advocate for sex worker's rights as an undergraduate at the London School of Economics and Social Sciences in 2007 and have been a writer and activist pushing for the decriminalization of drugs and sex work ever since. Britta is a certified somatic sex educator through the Institute for the Study of Somatic Sex Education, has trained with Betty Martin's School of Consent and is a certified circle keeper with the Planning Change Restorative Justice Certification Program under the tutelage of Kay Pranis. Britta is currently completing a research-based memoir about healing and awakening through altered states induced by sex and psychedelics, based on her Consciousness Studies thesis at Goddard College. They are also in the process of launching the Sex Strike // Strike for Pleasure in response to the US abortion bans. Their embodied experience as a queer, neurodivergent, sex working femme navigating complex trauma and chronic illness are integral to their work. Links: www.brittaloved.com and @‌brittaloved The event has been postponed, tentatively til 2025! https://www.tickettailor.com/events/helenadefelice/1249260

Christof Koch is a neuroscientist who studies consciousness, and is best known for integrated information theory. IIT is a consciousness-first theory, which states that the experience of being someone (or something) is directly related to the causal powers of the underlying system. Up until relatively recently, Koch was something of a materialist - he believed that it would be possible to find the specific series of neural events in the brain that produce lived experience. A series of events, which he details in his new book "The I Am Myself the World" have led him to embrace more of an idealist perspective, which says that we are instantiations of a a much larger universal consciousness that permeates the universe. We talk to him about his transformation, the nature of consciousness and will, what it "causal powers" of a system have to do with consciousness, and the value of mystical experiences. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR do your Amazon shopping through this link for Dr. Koch's books: https://amzn.to/3Mleyrw (00:00) Go! (00:03:40) Consciousness and Clinical Practice (00:08:32) Practical Challenges and Developments (00:14:13) Ethical and Theoretical Considerations (00:17:43) Theories and Predictions in Neuroscience (00:21:08) Physics, Causality, and Consciousness (00:24:12) The Role of Physical Interpretation in Science and Technology (00:27:24) Exploration of Physical Theories in Science (00:29:03) The Intersection of Consciousness and Data Interpretation (00:33:35) Significance of Studying Consciousness (00:37:30) Understanding Consciousness through Neural Correlates (00:48:16) Evolutionary Complexity and Consciousness (00:54:04) Human Evolution and Desires (00:57:01) Idealism and Consciousness (01:02:23) Mystical Experiences and Consciousness (01:12:15) Near-Death Experiences and Psychedelics (01:14:29) Exploring 5-MeO-DMT Experiences (01:16:34) Idealism and Scientific Study (01:18:29) Universal Mind and Consciousness (01:21:30) Complexity and Consciousness (01:24:00) Split Brain and Consciousness Studies (01:27:53) Evolution and Self-Consciousness (01:31:48) Complexity of Consciousness Emergence (01:35:23) Integrated Information Theory and Consciousness (01:39:33) Impact of Substances on Microorganisms and Consciousness (01:44:26) Artificial Intelligence and the Possibility of Consciousness (01:51:05) Simulation vs. Reality in Causal Power (01:56:01) Importance of Hardware in Consciousness (02:01:15) Virtual Worlds and Reality (02:02:08) Consciousness and Computational Limitations (02:03:05) Scientific Rivalries and Theory Validation (02:06:05) The Intersection of Science and Philosophy (02:09:22) Science, Paradigms, and Metaphysical Assumptions (02:11:28) Science Evolution and Competing Theories (02:15:00) The Computational Universe and AI Perspectives (02:21:24) Metaphysical Reflections (02:23:47) Mystical Experience on the Beach (02:27:07) Nature's Influence (02:32:36) Flow States in Nature and Music (02:36:06) Limits of Scientific Understanding (02:41:00) Behind the Scenes and Future Endeavors #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y

Dr Luca Turin is a biophysicist, writer, and perfume connoisseur whose work on fragrances seems to suggest that we don't smell molecules, per se - we smell the complex vibrations of an atomic structure. Turin came to be convinced of this model for olfaction at the expense of the standard model of receptors binding smell molecules just on the basis of their shape due to a prediction he made about the smell of sulfur. If the pungent odor of rotten eggs and brimstone was due to the vibrational frequency of the sulfur atom attached to the molecule, then any other atom with a similar vibrational frequency, no matter its shape, should also smell of sulfur. He found a compatible molecule in an unexpected place, and the rest fell into place. We talk about his nascent passion for perfumes, why people are so reluctant to smell things, and the overlap between smell, resonance, and consciousness. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB AND rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ OR support us when you do your Amazon shopping through this link for Dr. Turin's books: https://amzn.to/4fLMbQR (00:00:00) Go!! (00:05:12) The Concept of Fragrance (00:11:39) Evolution and Decline of Vibrational Theory in Smell Science (00:23:47) Social Dynamics in Scientific Progress (00:26:30) Impact of Public Perception on Scientific Discourse (00:29:23) Musical Analogies in Smell Perception (00:31:00) Harmonic Analogies in Molecular Structures (00:33:17) Exploring Dissonance in Perfumery and Music (00:39:06) Longevity of Perfumes and Environmental Factors (00:46:44) Theory development on molecular vibration and smell perception (00:48:23) Discovery of Boron hydrides and their olfactory similarities to sulfur (00:51:36) Public reception and impact of the vibrational theory of smell (01:11:20) Electrical properties of molecules in drug design (01:13:09) Radical formation and drug interaction with receptors (01:18:05) Electrical vs. shape-based theories in GPCR activation (01:24:21) Electron transfer in cellular metabolism (01:31:11) ATP synthesis and electrostatic gradients in mitochondria (01:34:36) Electrons' Spin Behavior in Biology (01:37:05) Revolution in General Anesthesia (01:42:05) Mechanism of Anesthesia and Brain Function (01:49:23) Quantum Effects in Brain Function (01:57:40) Brain Stimulation and Consciousness (01:58:52) Spin and Conductivity (02:05:02) Radio Frequency Emission from Brain Activity (02:09:54) Mitochondrial Activity and Brain Function (02:18:09) Quantum Aspects in Brain Function (02:21:08) The Intersection of Quantum Mechanics and Consciousness (02:25:01) Historical and Technological Influences on Consciousness Studies (02:30:13) Quantum Biology: Origins and Evolution (02:34:26) The Central Role of Chemistry in Quantum Biology (02:37:11) Transactional Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics (02:44:15) Philosophical indifference to facts (02:45:22) Science as myth-making (02:46:15) Finding joy in science #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast, #QuantumMechanics, #PhysicsPodcast, #TransactionalInterpretation, #WaveFunctionCollapse, #Schrödinger, #Heisenberg, #QuantumTheory, #Cosmology, #StringTheory, #QuantumPhysics, #TimeReversal, #NonLocality, #QuantumInterpretation, #CarverMead, #MitochondrialResearch, #AntiAgingScience, #EnergyTransactions, #QuantumPhilosophy, #CosmologicalTheories, #QuantumBeats PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

CLASSIC REBOOT: Scientist and Mystic Hiroshi Motoyama with Thomas Brophy Thomas Brophy, PhD, is past-president of the California Institute of Human Science. He also serves as president of both the Institute of Noetic Sciences and the Society for Consciousness Studies. He is author of The Mechanism Demands a Mysticism: An Exploration of Spirit, Matter and … Continue reading "CLASSIC REBOOT: Scientist and Mystic Hiroshi Motoyama with Thomas Brophy"

Annaka Harris dives deep into some of the most profound and perplexing questions about the nature of consciousness, perception, free will, AI, and the underlying meaning of love and existence. Annaka begins by defining consciousness and exploring the "hard problem". She discusses neuroscientific insights into how the brain processes conscious experiences, and how our intuitions about the nature of the self and decision-making can often mislead us. The conversation then ventures into the realms of plant consciousness, the criteria for discerning whether something is truly conscious and capable of suffering, and the idea that consciousness may be a fundamental feature of the universe. She shares her personal experience with using meditation to transcend the illusory nature of the self. Red light therapy: Go to https://BonCharge.com/KnowThyself and use code KNOWTHYSELF to save 15%  André's Book Recommendations: https://www.knowthyself.one/books ___________ Timecodes: 0:00 Intro  2:20 Defining Consciousness 6:25 Why the 'Hard Problem' is Hard 14:48 How the Brain Processes Conscious Experiences 19:30 You're Not Crazy, You're Waking Up  25:37 How Your Intuitions May Lead You Astray 29:12 Are Plants Conscious? 39:28 Discerning What Makes Something Conscious or Able to Suffer 47:51 Boncharge: Red Lights 15% Off 49:01 Pan-psychism & Consciousness as Fundamental 1:02:27 Consciousness at a Molecular Level 1:15:35 Illusory Nature of Self 1:21:57 Transcending the Self Through Meditation  1:32:31 Decision Making & The Readiness potential  1:43:10 Free Will vs Conscious Will 1:44:52 The Love Underneath it All 1:50:46 Experimental Science & the Language Barrier to Describing This 1:53:58 Annaka's Personal Path to Studying Consciousness  2:01:40 Life's Inherent Intelligence & Meaning 2:08:51 Artificial Intelligence 2:14:16 Do Aliens Exist? 2:18:40 Seeing the Bigger Picture 2:23:05 Conclusion  ___________ Annaka Harris is the New York Times bestselling author of CONSCIOUS: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Nautilus Magazine, the Journal of Consciousness Studies, and IAI Magazine. She is also an editor and consultant for science writers, specializing in neuroscience and physics. Annaka is the author of the children's book I Wonder, coauthor of the Mindful Games Activity Cards, and a volunteer mindfulness teacher for the organization Inner Kids. Website: https://annakaharris.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annakaharrisprojects/ ___________ Know Thyself Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/ Website: https://www.knowthyself.one Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ4wglCWTJeWQC0exBalgKg Listen to all episodes on Audio:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FSiemtvZrWesGtO2MqTZ4?si=d389c8dee8fa4026 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/know-thyself/id1633725927 André Duqum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/

This week's guest, Jessica Bockler is one of those people who sparks every fire in my being - and i hope in yours, too.  Jessica is an applied theatre practitioner and transpersonal psychologist who co-founded the Alef Trust a globally-conscious non-profit organisation offering online graduate education programmes, and open learning courses for people who want really to step into what Indy Johar so beautifully calls the emergent edge of Inter-Becoming. Jessica is integral to the Nurturing the Fields of Change Programme that brings people together from diverse walks of life to create an emerging community of practice around change - and she's Programme Director for the Trust's academic programmes in Consciousness, Spirituality and Transpersonal Psychology. She teaches on a range of topics, bringing spiritual perspectives to activism and social change - so you can begin to see why I find her work so enthralling. She stands at that nexus where transpersonal psychology meets shamanic practice, where being and becoming are an art and a practice in themselves, grounded in modern science - not the reductive, Head Mind science of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, but twenty-first century science where complexity and systems thinking lie at the heart of all we do, where we recognise that only by becoming fully present in the moment, can we access the whole, vast intelligence of the All That Is and find what is ours to do. Jessica brings all this into being in social prescribing programmes, in theatre, in change facilitation, in the MSc at Liverpool John Moores University and in her daily life and she shares it in the conversation you're about to hear - including a clip of one of her own practices, that is solid podcasting gold.  If you're interested in finding out how we can access our own inner intelligence and build with others to co-create the foundations of that more flourishing future we'd be proud to leave behind, then this is the podcast for you.  ALEF Trust  https://aleftrust.org Nurturing the Fields of Change https://www.aleftrust.org/alef-applied/nurturing-the-fields-of-change-programme/MSc in Consciousness, Spirituality and Transpersonal Psychology https://www.aleftrust.org/academic-learning/masters-degree/Live Event: Healing Humanity, 1st June 2024, Broughton Sanctuary, Yorkshire eventbrite.co.uk/e/healing-humanity-imagination-embodiment-and-community-tickets-887551710057 Workshop: Embodied Imagination for Social Change, 2nd & 3rd September, Oxford eurotas2024.com/pre-post-conference-workshops/towards-emergence-embodied-play-and-sourcing-for-transformation Conference, 4 – 8 Sept, Oxford: Creative Bridges: embodied consciousness, psyche & soul in research and practice eurotas2024.comNational Academy for Social Prescribing https://socialprescribingacademy.org.uk/Inner Green Deal  https://innergreendeal.com/