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In today's story we explore what it's like to be on the autistic spectrum, and more specifically, how a later life diagnosis can totally change the way you view the world and yourself. Aurelie, our storyteller today, was an autism expert, a clinical psychologist who had trained with some of the premier autism experts in the country…yet she didn't discover her own autism until she was 40 years old. This episode explores why women on the spectrum are so often missed, how women on the autistic spectrum are so often masters of masking, which means imitating the mannerisms and behaviors of neurotypical people, thus allowing them to both fit in and also to be left hiding in plain sight. Support the show! https://www.buzzsprout.com/396871/supportDr. Aurelie Welterlinhttps://www.ncawag.net/our-team/dr-aurelie-welterlin"I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?" An intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, Feb 4th-6th 2026 in Joshua Tree, CA https://www.craigheacockmd.com/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom/BFTA episode recommendations/Podcast pagehttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/Support the show
In a market some call “oversaturated,” Kristen and Michael have proven that storytelling, strategy, and smart reinvestment can still make a short-term rental shine. The husband-and-wife duo behind The Seventh Ray House in Joshua Tree join Sarah and Annette to share how they got started, the risks they took, and how they continue to grow in a competitive space.From renovating while living on-site to launching a direct booking website with Lodgify, Kristen and Michael break down the reality of building a sustainable hosting business—what worked, what didn't, and what they'd do differently if they had to start over.You'll learn how they:Balanced risk while betting on themselves in an uncertain market.Reinvested strategically with upgrades like a Nordic Warrior XL hot tub.Elevated their brand through professional photography and design.Built a direct booking strategy with Lodgify to reduce reliance on OTAs.Navigated discount requests, direct booking fears, and guest challenges.Shifted goals as their family and hosting journey evolved.Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your hosting strategy, this episode will inspire you to think long-term, reinvest wisely, and bring pride and creativity to your rental.Resources: Lodgify – Build your own professional direct booking website and reduce reliance on OTAs.The Seventh Ray House Direct Booking Site – Book directly with Kristen and Michael at their stunning Joshua Tree property.Mentioned in this episode:StayFi | Go to www.stayfi.com and enter TFV to get 50% off your first three months.Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!
In this episode, two-time Emmy Award winner Mike Manning joins us to talk about his latest project — the fun, campy indie sci-fi adventure Unexpected Treasures, premiering September 19 exclusively on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+. Audiences know Mike from his powerful roles on This Is Us, Days of Our Lives, Teen Wolf, The Bay, and films like Son of the South and God's Not Dead. Now, he takes on an entirely new kind of character: Sam, a charming alien fugitive who crash-lands in the Mojave Desert and teams up with Hartley (Olivia Blue) to outrun bounty hunters, unlock prophecies, and explore the magic of unexpected connections. From filming under the mystical skies of Joshua Tree to the Comic-Con buzz surrounding the premiere, Mike opens up about why sci-fi resonates with audiences, how this role stretches his creativity, and how his passion for activism shapes the projects he chooses.
This week, we bring you the final set of highlights from our live broadcast from the Louisville VegFest back on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, noon-6pm, at the Mellwood Art Center! Again this year, Forward Radio was a proud media sponsor of Louisville VegFest —Kentucky's premier celebration of all things vegan! Admission was free to over 19,000 sq ft of indoor space, with additional food trucks and select vendors bringing the fun outside, too! Formerly known as Bluegrass VegFest, this all-vegan, community-focused event highlights the joy of plant-based eating and conscious, sustainable living. Visitors enjoyed delicious food from regional restaurants and food trucks, craft beer and cocktails, inspiring speaker talks, a live cooking demo, an amazing lineup of vendors, kids' activities, educational exhibits, and so much more. Learn more at https://vegkentucky.org/vegfest Our last two speakers of the day were: TODD ANDERSON, Cooking Demo by Chef & Cookbook Author @TURNIP VEGAN Todd Anderson, better known as @TurnipVegan, is a self-taught chef, content creator, and cookbook author who's inspiring hundreds of thousands to see plants in a whole new way. With nearly a million Instagram followers, Todd's laid-back, creative approach to vegan cooking has made him one of the most beloved voices in the plant-based space. After watching a life-changing documentary, Todd transitioned to a vegan lifestyle and hasn't looked back. Now based in Joshua Tree, he's busy creating vibrant, flavorful vegan recipes and even building his dream greenhouse in the desert - all while showing the world just how delicious plants can be. Todd took the stage for a cooking demonstration and signing of his new cookbook, It's All About Plantz & Mushroomz. NEMANJA GOLUBOVIC, Founder & CEO of Chicago vegan restaurant KALE MY NAME, Host of KALE CREW, the hit vegan travel and food show streaming on UnchainedTV. Known for his infectious energy and passion, Nemanja has become one of the most influential voices in the vegan movement, inspiring hundreds of thousands through his restaurants, media projects, and advocacy for animals. His Chicago-based restaurant Kale My Name has been crowned “America's Vegan Restaurant of the Year” by VegOut Magazine, won VegNews' Veggie Award for “Best Vegan Casual Restaurant,” and has earned national recognition from PETA and the Chicago Reader. At VegFest, Nemanja shared how we can harness the power of social media to create meaningful change, from raising awareness and sparking conversations to inspiring action and helping build a more compassionate world. On Truth to Power each week, we bring you community conversations like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://www.forwardradio.org. If you like what you hear, share it with someone, donate to keep us on-air, and get involved as a volunteer!
En este episodio hablamos de The Joshua Tree, el álbum de U2 lanzado en 1987 que convirtió a la banda en superestrellas globales. El disco combina espiritualidad, crítica social y paisajes inspirados en Estados Unidos. Es considerado una de las mejores obras del rock en la historia, marcó una generación y consolidó a U2 como una de las bandas más influyentes de su época.
Mit diesem Album gelang U2 endgültig der Einzug in den Rock-Olymp. Aus der punkigen Gitarren-Rockband aus Dublin war eine Band geworden, die auf allen Ebenen für Weltrekorde sorgte: Bono, The Edge und Co. hatten nicht nur einen kreativen Höhepunkt erreicht, sondern sorgten auch für Millionen Plattenverkäufe. Ihre Shows waren gigantisch, sie setzten optisch und dramaturgisch neue Standards und waren die umsatzstärksten weltweit.„The Joshua Tree“ zeigt, wie vielschichtig, phantasievoll und geschickt die beiden Produzenten Brian Eno und Daniel Lanois die altbekannten Instrumente Gitarre, Bass und Schlagzeug neu in Szene setzten und mit Songs wie „With or without you“ oder „Where the streets have no name“ Klassiker schufen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do you rebuild trust amidst the ashes of trauma? This is the story of Sean, an up and coming star tennis player whose coach carefully selected him and then groomed him for years of sexual assault. His trust destroyed, Sean had to find a way to try to trust again…..and after many years of hiding and pretending and near self-destruction, Sean finally was able to share the details of what happened to him. Thus began his therapeutic journey of finding compassion for himself and trust toward others…with the guidance of his two devoted therapists and the assistance of MDMA."I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?" An intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, Feb 4th-6th 2026 in Joshua Tree, CA https://www.craigheacockmd.com/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom/BFTA episode recommendations/Podcast pagehttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/
In this episode of Poducer, recorded live at Summer's End Smokeout in Republic, Michigan, we sit down with Porch (Nick Loporchio) — a multi-instrumentalist and producer whose journey bridges music, science, and spirit. From his first spark of inspiration through Weird Al parodies to years of playing guitar, handbells, and powerlifting, Porch opens up about the pivotal injury that led him toward reggae, bass, and ultimately the Porch project. He shares stories from touring with his band Iya Terra (200+ shows a year across the U.S. and abroad) and how his sound evolved into a fusion of roots, funk, hip-hop, and heavy dub. We dive into his scientific background in molecular biology, exploring how concepts like epigenetics and energy transfer connect to sound, and why he sees music as a kind of “potion.” Porch also reflects on the spiritual side of creation, from the unique frequencies of Joshua Tree to the vibrations we carry in everyday life.
I'm recording this episode from Joshua Tree, California, where the dogs and I recently landed and are staying with my Aunt Christine on her two-acre property surrounded by horses, a donkey, and plenty of desert beauty. From the outside, our little 300-square-foot casita looks like a simple metal shed, but inside meets our basic needs and has become a cozy, surprising space for reflection. Being here has me thinking about the habits I've carried with me, especially my natural tendency to plan ahead and anticipate every scenario. That planning instinct served me well in my corporate career, but I'm noticing how it can sometimes get in the way of trusting the present moment and myself. In this episode, I share stories, from navigating life in a smaller space to managing my soy allergy on a birthday dinner out, that highlight how fear and scarcity can shape our choices. On this Wise Walk, we'll explore how letting go of fear-based habits and leaning into trust can create more peace, freedom, and alignment with the future we want to build. As you reflect on your present and future goals or dreams, how is your ability to plan serving you? Where is this planning mentality adding value and setting you up for success? Where is this habitual need to plan getting in your way or bringing you down? Are you planning for the best outcomes and the positivity you know you're attracting, or are you stuck preparing for worst-case scenarios out of fear? Are you able to pivot in order to manage those circumstances? What's an example in your life where you are stockpiling something you use regularly or something you've run out of once and don't want to run out of again? Is that mentality or habit serving you at this moment, or are you open to releasing that old pattern and trusting that when you need it, you'll have the means and resources to acquire it? Is there another quality you are known for, like being a good troubleshooter, that has served you in life or your career but doesn't serve you in other areas? Do you find yourself seeing problems nonstop, and where can you open your mind to seeing the good that's waiting for you? What qualities are beneficial to you that you want to hold on to in the present and as you look toward the future? What qualities come from lack, fear, or worry that you want to release so you can lean more into trust and divine timing? Where in your life can you take the leap and release some of the overplanning or qualities that you've relied on for so long? Where can you step into a peaceful mindset that trusts things will come together, even if you can't yet see how, knowing you'll acquire what you need moment by moment? As always, I'd love to hear what you took away from today's episode, so please feel free to reach out. I hope you stay open to what the day brings and notice the ways it may surprise you with something even better than you planned. I'd love for you to tune in next Thursday for another Wise Walk. In this episode: [05:37] A long track record of successfully planning for the best, worst, and everything in between scenarios gave me extreme confidence that I could navigate the unknown. [06:05] I could trust that I could keep moving forward no matter what I was faced with. [07:15] I know you Striders also have the innate ability to navigate the unknown. [08:19] On this trip, I've reflected a lot on what my basic needs are. [09:13] I love coconut milk in my tea in the morning. I struggled with not buying extra at the store, even though I knew I needed only one. [10:56] We need to release that scarcity mindset. We don't have to plan for the worst scenario right now. [12:02] I don't have to come from a place of scarcity. I can trust that it will be there when I need it. [14:13] I also have a fear of going out to eat, because of my soy allergy. [15:21] The lesson I learned while going out to eat on my 51st birthday. [18:24] It was a great example of when we trust that what we need is going to appear when we need it, being a beautiful gift. [19:53] I hope as you go through your day that you can see where old habits served you and don't, and be able to release those that don't align anymore. Memorable Quotes: “You do not have to plan for the worst case scenario. You can have a self-belief in yourself that you are going to navigate the unknown with style, with grace, with peace, with harmony.” - Mary Tess “Trusting that what we need is going to appear when we need it. That's a beautiful gift.” - Mary Tess “We can build enough self-trust to know that we can navigate whatever comes our way, and we'll find the resources we need in exactly the right time frame.” - Mary Tess Links and Resources: Mary Tess Rooney Email Heart Value Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram
Le voyage touche à sa fin, mais pas sans une étape spectaculaire : le Grand Canyon et son immensité.Allison raconte :✨ leur descente dans le Grand Canyon : une randonnée exigeante, récompensée par des paysages insoupçonnés.✨ une nuit étoilée au fond du canyon : souvenir inoubliable pour toute la famille.✨ la route 66 & Joshua Tree : charme rétro et paysages désertiques avant le retour à San Francisco.Le sponsor de cet épisode, c'est Clic Campus.Parler anglais, au quotidien ou en voyage, n'est pas toujours évident. Clic Campus propose une méthode 100 % personnalisée : en 2 min, l'IA crée un parcours sur mesure adapté à votre niveau, votre métier et vos objectifs.Vous avez un formateur dédié, pas de cours en groupe, et vous choisissez votre accent — US, UK, latino… Le tout avec suivi précis, e-learning illimité et cours adaptés au pro comme au perso.
Stories featured in this episode:Perceptually Misaligned by Todd Sullivan - music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ -read by the Jean-Paul Garnier -The Traffic Stop by Marie Vibbert - https://www.marievibbert.com/ -music by TSG - https://tsgmusic.bandcamp.com/ -read by Jean-Paul Garnier -theme music by Dain Luscombe -Simultaneous Times is a monthly science fiction podcast produced by Space Cowboy Books in Joshua Tree, CA. -https://www.spacecowboybooks.com -https://ko-fi.com/spacecowboybooks7054
Chris Clarke, the host of "90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast" is a seasoned storyteller, passionate environmentalist, and a desert aficionado. Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself to the protection of desert ecosystems through his writings, activism, and this podcast. Chris's work often intersects with emotional narratives tied to family, nature, and the unique beauty of desert landscapes. Episode Summary: In this heartwarming episode of "90 Miles from Needles," host Chris Clarke relates poignant memories of his first encounter with the North American deserts alongside his father, James Clarke, who recently turned 91. The podcast blends reflections on family ties with the enchanting life cycles of the desert's flora and fauna, particularly focusing on the coastal dynamics of Joshua trees and their pollinators, the Joshua tree moths. Chris's narrative paints a vivid picture of his desert journeys, interwoven with the deeply personal legacy imparted by his father. Listeners are treated to rich, descriptive storytelling about the Mojave Desert's changing landscape due to 2005's unprecedented rain, revealing a lush tapestry of growth and bloom. Throughout the episode, Chris explores the intricate dance of mutual dependence between Joshua trees and moths, using this symbiosis as a metaphor for family relations. His reflections span generations, touching on areas like evolution, kinship, and the broader cycles of nature. The episode closes with details about upcoming events and heartfelt gratitude to contributors who support Chris’s mission of desert conservation. Key Takeaways: Chris recollects his initial desert experience from 60 years ago, imparting a deep-seated love for this landscape gifted by his father. The episode highlights the symbiotic relationship between Joshua trees and their exclusive pollinators, the Joshua tree moths. Personal narratives are woven with scientific insights into desert ecosystems, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all life forms. Chris shares details of the Chihuahuan Desert travel plans for community engagement and draws attention to ongoing activism for desert protection. A touching celebration of familial bonds is tied to the broader theme of inheritance and nature's ongoing legacy. Notable Quotes: "It shaped my life. And the guy that was behind the wheel driving me and some others around in the desert that month in 1966…" "Building a good fire is a matter of balance… and I think about my father." "It's the family I've always longed for, and I cherish my place in it." "We are related. We are kin." Resources: Visit 90milesfromneedles.com for more details about upcoming events. For contributions to the Chihuahuan Desert Travel Fund, go to 90milesfromneedles.com/elpaso.Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happens when we swap our desperate (conditioned) grasping for certainty for a curious(ly awkward) embrace of confusion? This episode invites you into a radical reframing of confusion—not as weakness or failure, but as an appropriate, even necessary response to our rapidly changing world. Cultural messaging tells us confusion should be avoided, fixed, overcome. That if we're confused, somehow we're failing life! Abso-f$%king-lutely not.Through personal stories, practical guidance, poetry, and more, let's illuminate how confusion can lead us to clarity, self-trust, and connection when approached more consciously. You'll learn to differentiate between conscious confusion and unconscious rumination, with tools to lovingly disrupt those unconscious loops. Releasing certainty and embracing conscious confusion is a practice to disorient us from the systems designed to keep us good consumers and bad rebels.Learn more about Dana & Leah's Fall Equinox retreat in Joshua Tree! (https://bit.ly/leah-dana-retreat)Free grounding meditation with Dana—a practice of calling your energy back/nervous system tending/reclaiming your attention) ~ (http://bit.ly/grounding-now)Get your pony hair in Wonder Valley! Go to bit.ly/wondervalleycry + use code CRYBABY for 15% offLove this Being Well episode on rumination!Enter to win a free coaching session ~ when you leave a 5-star rating (only) and a written review, you'll be entered into a monthly drawing for a free 90-min coaching session with dana (value of $388). Send the name of your review (title and/or reviewer name) via IG @danablix or email dana@ danabalicki .com ~ Winner announcements will be made across platforms mid-month.
Author and longtime collaborator with Dr. Joe Dispenza, Tim Shields, explores consciousness, creativity, and the healing power of surrender on episode 216 of the Far Out with Faust podcast.For years, Shields worked closely with Dr. Joe Dispenza, serving as author, writing coach, and literary collaborator on projects including the bestseller Becoming Supernatural. Today, he continues to bring his passion for consciousness and storytelling into new arenas, currently collaborating with Dr. Zach Bush while developing his own books and teachings. His work connects the worlds of healing, creativity, and personal transformation, always returning to the core principles of surrender, trust, and human potential.In this expansive conversation, Faust and Tim dig into surrender, trust, and the transformation chamber of pain and healing. They explore generational trauma, subconscious programming, and how rituals and flow states unlock creativity. From the lessons of Dr. Joe's retreats to visions of collective consciousness and even the mysteries of extraterrestrial life, this episode is a journey into both the personal and the cosmic.In this episode:
Forward Radio was a proud media sponsor of Louisville VegFest - Kentucky's premier celebration of all things vegan - on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from noon-6pm at the Mellwood Art Center! Formerly known as Bluegrass VegFest, this all-vegan, community-focused event highlights the joy of plant-based eating and conscious, sustainable living. Enjoy delicious food from regional restaurants and food trucks, craft beer and cocktails, inspiring speaker talks, a live cooking demo, an amazing lineup of vendors, kids' activities, educational exhibits, and so much more. In addition to interviewing several of the vendors and participants, we brought you full, wall-to-wall live coverage of all of this year's speakers, including: 12:15pm Kennedy Little, Food Empowerment Project Kennedy Little from Lexington is a senior pursuing pre-Law and Agribusiness with a minor in Public Administration at Morehead State University. After going vegan in 2019, Kennedy began to use her background in agriculture organizing to help change the unethical norms many agriculture workers face. Kennedy works as a Youth Advocacy Team Member for the vegan and food justice nonprofit known as the Food Empowerment Project. 1:15pm DOMINICK THOMPSON, Activist, Athlete, Creator, Author Dominick Thompson is a powerhouse voice in the vegan movement - an Ironman triathlete, social entrepreneur, and animal rights activist who has inspired hundreds of thousands through his story and his work. After making the life-changing decision to go vegetarian while incarcerated 24 years ago, he's gone on to become a leader in the No-Meat Athlete movement, launch his wellness brand Eat What Elephants Eat, and publish a cookbook with the same title. He's also the real-life inspiration behind the upcoming film Land of Wolves. 2:15pm BECKI STREIF, Founder of TRIBE ANIMAL SANCTUARY Becki Streif is the co-founder and managing director of Tribe Sanctuary, a 10-acre haven just outside Louisville that provides lifelong homes to rescued cows, pigs, horses, goats, and other farmed animals - many with special needs. After watching Forks Over Knives in 2013, Becki and her husband, Greg, went vegan and began what would become a life-changing journey into animal rescue. Becki's talk, “Creating Sanctuary: Saving Lives and Building Hope,” will take you behind the scenes of what it takes to turn compassion into a mission, build a sanctuary from the ground up. 3:15PM TODD ANDERSON, Cooking Demo by Chef & Cookbook Author @TURNIP VEGAN Todd Anderson, better known as @TurnipVegan, is a self-taught chef, content creator, and cookbook author who's inspiring hundreds of thousands to see plants in a whole new way. With nearly a million Instagram followers, Todd's laid-back, creative approach to vegan cooking has made him one of the most beloved voices in the plant-based space. After watching a life-changing documentary, Todd transitioned to a vegan lifestyle and hasn't looked back. Now based in Joshua Tree, he's busy creating vibrant, flavorful vegan recipes and even building his dream greenhouse in the desert - all while showing the world just how delicious plants can be. His new cookbook is It's All About Plantz & Mushroomz 4:15pm NEMANJA GOLUBOVIC, Founder & CEO of Chicago vegan restaurant KALE MY NAME, Host of KALE CREW, the hit vegan travel and food show streaming on UnchainedTV. Known for his infectious energy and passion, Nemanja has become one of the most influential voices in the vegan movement, inspiring hundreds of thousands through his restaurants, media projects, and advocacy for animals. His Chicago-based restaurant Kale My Name has been crowned “America's Vegan Restaurant of the Year” by VegOut Magazine, won VegNews' Veggie Award for “Best Vegan Casual Restaurant,” and has earned national recognition from PETA and the Chicago Reader. At VegFest, Nemanja filed an episode of Kale Krew's new season and shared how we can harness the power of social media to create meaningful change, from raising awareness and sparking conversations to inspiring action and helping build a more compassionate world. Full details: https://vegkentucky.org/vegfest
(00:00:00) Teaser: Enlightenment… There's an App for That? (00:02:00) Meet Crystal Cassidy: SoulTech Founder & Spiritual Ninja (00:04:00) What Is Spiritual Awakening (Really)? (00:05:59) Why Awakening Requires Courage (00:09:00) You Don't Leave the Body… You Bring the Soul In (00:10:00) The Power of Longer Meditation (00:13:30) The Mechanics of Awakening: Biohack vs. Transformation (00:15:00) What Is SoulPod? A Personalized Platform for Awakening (00:18:00) Walking Meditation & Trance States in Public (00:22:30) Kundalini: Gateway to the Infinite… Or Dangerous Energy? (00:26:30) Is It Safe to Awaken Kundalini? (00:28:00) Are We Living in the New Earth Already? (00:33:00) The SoulTech Revolution: Merging Tech & Consciousness (00:35:00) Can Meditation Help You Contact Extraterrestrials? (00:39:00) Are All ETs Benevolent? And What About the Fear? (00:43:00) How to Begin Making Contact (00:46:00) Do ETs Have Souls? Or Are They… Us From the Future? (00:54:00) Are Places Like Skinwalker Ranch a Warning or a Mirror? (00:56:00) Final Takeaways & How to Get Started with SoulPod Can spiritual awakening be powered by technology? Can meditation lead to alien contact? And what exactly is “SoulTech”? Strap in for a mind-expanding episode as Will and Karen dive deep with Crystal Cassidy, a biochemist-turned-spiritual pioneer and founder of the groundbreaking SoulPod app. Crystal blends biotech brilliance with mystical mastery, fusing two decades in oncology research with a profound near-death experience and lifelong metaphysical training. Now, she's guiding a global community toward spiritual awakening, higher consciousness, and cosmic connection, all through a personalized soulfulness platform on your phone.In This Episode, You'll Discover:What spiritual awakening really is, and why it demands courageHow meditating beyond 10 minutes shifts your brain, your energy, and your lifeThe real mechanics of kundalini energy, and how to awaken it safelyHow walking meditations can ground you while expanding your consciousnessWhat the SoulPod app actually does, and how it personalizes your spiritual pathWhy extraterrestrials communicate through consciousness (and how to meet them!)What it means to step into the New Earth, and how close we really areHow technology can act as a bridge to higher frequencies (without losing your soul)About Our Guest: Crystal Cassidy Crystal is the founder & CEO of SoulPod, the world's first “Soulfulness” app; a digital platform guiding users on a customized spiritual awakening journey through breathwork, meditation, energy work, and community. With a background in biotech and genomics, she integrates cutting-edge science with ancient spiritual practices. She's a certified Reiki Master, kundalini yoga instructor, and lifelong intuitive who believes that we are all spiritual scientists, here to experiment, awaken, and evolve. Topics We Explored with Crystal:“Awakening is turning the dial on awareness. How much of your soul can you bring into this timeline?”The gear-shift moment that happens in longer meditation sessionsSoulPod's 21-day journeys; how AI-guided prompts help awaken you in daily lifeCrystal's first kundalini experience, and how it changed her physical realityHow she teaches extraterrestrial contact protocols through meditationThe energetic difference between spirits, ETs, and interdimensional beingsWhy fear is the final frontier in conscious contact, and how to move through itPowerful Quotes from Crystal Cassidy: “Meditation isn't just a stress-reduction tool, it's a direct path to transformation, embodiment, and awakening.” “Technology is just a tool. When built with intention, it can become a mirror that reveals your true self.” "ETs don't need spaceships, they're already in the room… if you know how to listen.” Who This Episode is For:Seekers going through a spiritual awakeningListeners curious about kundalini, meditation, and energy workAnyone exploring the intersection of science and mysticismPeople who've felt alone on the path and want community + structureSkeptics with a soft spot for cosmic possibilityReady to Try SoulPod? Visit SoulPodApp.com or find SoulPod on the iOS App Store for personalized, tech-powered soulfulness journeys. Crystal's also launching Walking Portals, contact meditations, and live events, including a retreat in Joshua Tree and a spiritual summit in Northern California. Listen Now to Learn:What happens after 30+ minutes of meditation, and how it rewires your systemThe science-backed, energetically activated way to navigate your awakeningHow to start contact with benevolent extraterrestrials through daily practiceWhy courage, curiosity, and consciousness are the keys to the New EarthAnd how to go from “I made toast” to “I transcended time” in just one app…Resources & Links:
Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age) joins Alan Carr for a wild trip through travel tales and misadventures. From his spine-tingling story in the Paris Catacombs, to hysterics over Cram Holes, to Hen Do attire and naughty Berlin - this episode has it all. ⏰ Timestamps00:00 Intro00:30 Josh and Rita02:00 Travelling as an American03:30 Paris - Alive at the Catacombs07:30 Josh's catacomb story that shits Alan up!09:45 How Josh got the catacombs to eventually agree to QOTSA recording in there13:00 Walking in America14:00 Josh's most overrated place (Berlin)15:00 How naughty Berlin is16:30 Josh's favourite hotel17:15 Alan and the turkey18:15 Joshua Tree and Josh's love of the desert20:00 Spring Break, Lads holidays and Hen Do attire22:10 Josh loves Goldie Hawn24:00 Josh, Uma Thurman and Josh and James Bond25:45 Adjusting to island time27:10 The strangest thing Josh has eaten29:30 Cram hole!31:30 Where does Josh want to be when he's 10032:00 The joys of Costa Brava34:00 Siesta time34:45 Starting our descent and the quick fire round #JoshHomme #QueensOfTheStoneAge #LifesABeachPodcast #AlanCarr #Catacombs #CramHole #HenDo #TravelPodcast #HolidayStories #RockMusic #FunnyPodcast #AlanCarrPodcast #QOTSA #ParisTravel ‘Life's A Beach' everyone's favourite travel podcast is here to give you all the vitamin D you need. More celebrity passengers unpack their travel suitcases dishing the dirt on their holiday high-jinks. Buckle up, sit back and enjoy the inflight entertainment!! A 'Keep It Light Media' Production Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The debate of San Diego vs. L.A. Mexican food gets spicy—tortillas, orange sauce lore, and a takedown of Tex-Mex (that's not real Mexican food, sorry Texas). Then the dawgs spiral into AI land: Saul is making posters with ChatGPT, “AI psychosis,” why bots “lie,” and whether lawyers should ever trust a hallucinating robot. The finale is pure chaos: a Last-Meal Showdown (Panda Express? Wingstop? Persian Soltani? Mom's stuffing?!), longboards vs. skateboards, taking psychedelics at Joshua Tree, and a wildly unhelpful “kidnap scenario” bit—plus Armenia/Azerbaijan headlines, cartel housekeeper jokes, and show dates in NYC (Hormoz!) and Texas (Saul!). It's rowdy, it's wrong, it's very Dogs of Browntown.Dogs of Browntown stars comedians Hormoz Rashidi, Joel "Joelberg" Jimenez, and Saul Trujillo – three brown dudes, one good time. Recorded at Joel's abuela's casa in Los Angeles, CA.#DogsOfBrowntown #ComedyPodcast #MexicanFood #AI #PandaExpressFollow Dogs of Browntown on IGHormoz RashidiJoel JimenezSaul TrujilloProduced by Drew Daly and Armand Gorjian.
In this episode, Taylor sits down with Zach Busekrus, growth marketer and co-founder of Journey, a game-changing loyalty platform designed for STR operators and independent boutique hotels. Zach shares how his winding path from higher ed marketing and podcasting to nomadic Airbnb living during COVID ultimately led to Journey: a mission-driven platform curating “stays with soul” and giving operators a powerful new way to increase repeat bookings, monetize guest loyalty, and gather data, all without giving 15–30% to the OTAs.You'll learn:How Zach turned a side project newsletter into a startup acquisitionThe behind-the-scenes story of Journey's creation and its big-name backersWhy loyalty programs work and why most independent hosts haven't had access to themHow Journey helps guests earn and redeem points across a curated network of high-quality staysWhy operators benefit from better guest insights, brand credibility, and additional revenue streamsWhat it really takes to get early adopter traction in the hospitality spaceJourney's vision for becoming the “soulful” alternative to chain hotel loyalty systemsWhether you're managing four vacation rentals in Joshua Tree or scaling a boutique hospitality brand, this episode is packed with strategic insights on how to turn direct bookings and guest loyalty into real growth, without relying solely on Instagram or the OTAs.Apply to the Journey Alliance: alliance.journey.comDownload the app or learn more at: journey.comContact Zach: zach@journey.com Episode Sponsored By:STR SearchSTR Search is the industry leading property finder service. They've helped investors acquire over 255 profitable STRs across the US. If you'd like the data professionals to help you find your next STR, reach out to STRsearch.com
Gram Parsons: Dark Death of the Cosmic Cowboy Few musicians have started a genre—but that's what Gram Parsons did. He is the reigning pioneer of country rock—a huge influence on bands that came after, most notably, The Eagles. However, fate pays little attention to achievement, and Gram's life is clouded with a gothic darkness, culminating in the sordid details of his demise. Dr. Clarke takes you back in time to Joshua Tree. It's 1973. Let the tale unfold.
Today on AirTalk, a new report outlines LAUSD's decline in enrollment; glamping near Joshua Tree; the soaring life of Amelia Earhart; an update on the Dodgers gondola project; a new bill proposes CA restaurants to display allergens and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: LAUSD enrollment declines (0:15) Glamping in Joshua Tree (16:02) A new book on Amelia Earhart (32:48) Dodgers gondola project (51:14) Allergen listing on menus (1:06:52) TV Talk (1:26:39) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!
After an amazing show in Joshua Tree, we sit under the stars at our Air BNB with guest and friend Evan Cassidy. Shooting the shit while watching shooting stars. A beautiful night and a beautiful podcast. Enjoy! Watch Eddies New Special Here! www.veeps.com/EddiePepitone Go to www.eddiepepitone.com for show dates and all things Eddie Check out our full videos on YouTube: https://shorturl.at/mpsIL For additional content support Eddie on Patreon: www.patreon.com/eddiepepitone Please write us a review on iTunes https://tinyurl.com/mv57us2d Watch The Bitter Buddha the documentary by Steven Fienartz about Eddie. https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-bitter-buddha Send emails to: EddiePepPodcast@gmail.com Follow Eddie on Twitter: @EddiePepitone Instagram: @EddiePep Follow Kevin @KevinTienken Thank you to Allen Mezquida for our beautiful artwork
In this episode of "90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast," host Chris Clarke dives into recent legislative developments surrounding the protection of the iconic Western Joshua Tree in California. The conversation highlights the intricacies of conservation laws, the intricate process of implementing these policies, and the pushback from various stakeholders navigating this environmental directive. The discussion is enriched with insights from returning guest Brendan Cummings of the Center for Biological Diversity, who shares his expertise on species protection under the California Endangered Species Act. The episode provides a comprehensive update on the California Fish and Game Commission's approval of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan. This plan is required by the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act passed in 2023, seeking to protect Joshua trees threatened by climate change, development, and wildfires. Cummings, who was pivotal in initiating the process by petitioning to protect the Western Joshua Tree in 2019, offers an in-depth exploration of the process, the challenges faced, and the compromise built into the legislation. Listeners are encouraged to stay tuned for the episode's conclusion, featuring the moving song "Joshua Tree" by Melanie Marshall, which thematically underscores the significance of preserving this desert species. Key Takeaways: Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act: The act passed in 2023 addresses climate change threats and simplifies permits for relocating or removing Joshua Trees, aiming for the species' long-term survival by 2033. Collaboration and Compromise: The passing of protections involved compromise between environmentalists and industries, balanced by setting more straightforward processes for developers and prioritizing protection through coordinated conservational efforts. Adapting to Climate Threats: The Conservation Plan identifies climate threats, prioritizing refugia and high-elevation areas for sustained Joshua Tree populations, with a focus on reducing invasive species and fire risks. Community and Tribal Involvement: Engagement with local governments and Native American tribes plays a significant role in implementing conservation methods, highlighting cultural ties to the land and species. Future Directions: By 2033, effectiveness will be reassessed, potentially reconsidering the species' threataned status if current measures do not mitigate the threats effectively. Notable Quotes: Brendan Cummings: "The Western Joshua Tree Conservation act signed into law in July 2023 was the first state law by California that recognized the climate threat to biodiversity." Brendan Cummings: "The goal was to protect the species and to ensure Joshua trees continue to be a part of our desert communities." Brendan Cummings: "The overriding threat, of course, is climate change. We also have increased fires fueled by invasive grasses, and then the most immediate threat, which is Joshua trees getting chopped down." Robert Gomez: "I want to look at the cultural aspect of the Joshua Tree for our particular tribe… It means a lot to us." Brendan Cummings: "We can hopefully figure out how to reduce the impacts or frequency of fire in Joshua tree habitat, but we're not going to stop it." Resources: Center for Biological Diversity: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/ California Department of Fish and Wildlife: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Environmental-Review/WJT/WJTCA Melanie Marshall's Music: https://soundcloud.com/melaniemarshallmusicBecome a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the latest episode of Rewind of the Living Dead, we're going to travel out to Joshua Tree and keep our eyes open for Mr. Shiny as we review the 2025 true crime mockumentary “Strange Harvest”… For more Rewind of the Living Dead, go to our websiteDon't forget to subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive content!
Face the Music: An Electric Light Orchestra Song-By-Song Podcast
Achtung Baby was an even bigger hit for U2 than The Joshua Tree. With a change of sound they increased their worldwide fandom yet continued to make challenging music. During a lull in their tour they decided to make a quick EP of new material, but that soon expanded into 1992's Zooropa. While still a hit with fans and critics it would signal a turnaround in the fortunes for the Irish band.
Stories featured in this episode:Just Let Me Help by Tara Campbell - http://taracampbell.com -music by Phog Masheeen - https://phogmasheeen.com/ -read by the Jenna Hanchey -Jackpot God by Brandon Case - https://brandoncase.net/ -music by TSG - https://tsgmusic.bandcamp.com/ -read by Jean-Paul Garnier -theme music by Dain Luscombe -Simultaneous Times is a monthly science fiction podcast produced by Space Cowboy Books in Joshua Tree, CA. -https://www.spacecowboybooks.com -https://ko-fi.com/spacecowboybooks7054
Host Chris Clarke delves into the profound impact of the Dome Fire on the cherished Joshua Tree forest within the Mojave National Preserve. Marking the five-year anniversary of the Dome Fire, Clarke reflects on personal experiences and the broader ecological ramifications. The devastating event shifted his life, carving a definitive "before" and "after" in his approach to desert protection. Listeners are taken on an emotional journey through the charred landscape of Cima Dome, providing striking narratives about recovery efforts and the ongoing challenges posed by invasive species like cheatgrass and red brome. Clarke's introspection includes insights from Cima Dome experts like Drew Kaiser and Debra Hughson. They highlight both the devastation wrought by the Dome Fire and the collaborative restoration efforts underway. The episode serves as both a sobering reminder of what has been lost and a hopeful testament to resilience in the face of environmental upheaval. Key Takeaways: The Dome Fire of 2020 dramatically altered the landscape of the Joshua tree forest, marking a pivotal moment of change for environmental activists like Chris Clarke. Restorative efforts in the Mojave National Preserve highlight the complexities of ecosystem recovery, facing challenges from invasive species such as red brome and cheatgrass. Personal and ecological narratives intertwine as Clarke discusses the grief of environmental loss and the slow process of healing for the affected landscapes. The episode underscores the importance of maintaining awareness of environmental destruction while finding hope and actionable paths for positive change. Clarke explores the idea of "solastalgia," feeling deep nostalgia and loss for a place he once knew as both an environmentalist and a deeply connected individual. Notable Quotes: "Every time I come back here, it looks worse. The memories of how it used to be become more clear and more ever present in my mind." "I feel as if I'm visiting someone that I have loved for a long time in hospice after all of their brain activity has ended." "When I die, I want to be burned to ash and I want the people that love me to bring those ashes here." "My being around to see it, if you take that literally, is a choice on my part. And I'm not sure why I keep coming back." Resources: 90 Miles From Needles Podcast website: https://www.90milesfromneedles.com/ Mojave National Preserve web page on the Dome Fire: https://www.nps.gov/moja/learn/nature/dome-fire.htm DAMN Chihuahuan Desert Travel Fund: https://90milesfromneedles.com/elpaso Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this fourth annual summer psychedelic special, Dr. H sits down to hear some hard-earned wisdom from a therapist colleague who has been doing underground MDMA and psilocybin work for years."I Love You, I Hate You, Are You My Mom?" An intensive experiential workshop exploring transference with Dr. H and Dr. Hillary McBride, Feb 4th-6th 2026 in Joshua Tree, CA https://www.craigheacockmd.com/i-love-you-i-hate-you-are-you-my-mom/BFTA episode recommendations/Podcast pagehttps://www.craigheacockmd.com/podcast-page/
What is the power of providing unique experiences?Today, Dan chats with the Co-Founders of Reset Hotels, Ben Uyeda and Adam Wininger, about their unique hotel venture designed for the next generation of conscious travelers. Ben and Adam share insights from their journey in hospitality, emphasizing the importance of midweek group bookings for corporate and wellness retreats, and creating meaningful, immersive experiences in the vast, open spaces of Joshua Tree. The conversation explores the concept of 'reset' in hospitality, the value of modular construction in remote areas, and future visions including art installations, unique retreats, and potentially an interplanetary hotel. Join the conversation as they discuss how thoughtful design and unique experiences can transform simple stays into unforgettable journeys.Takeaways:Excellence in hospitality (and any field) comes from attention to detail and continuous improvement—strive to perfect the small things, not just the big vision.Make sure you're intentional about the guest experience. Always consider how you want people to feel during and after their experience with you, whether in hospitality, business, or daily life.Prioritize midweek group and retreat bookings. They are a key driver of business success.Be willing to evolve your ideas and operations as you learn from real-world experience. The best concepts often emerge from adapting to changing circumstances.Move beyond generic spaces—offer unique, authentic moments (like outdoor activities, art installations, or surprise elements) that guests will remember and share.Design experiences that encourage genuine interaction, such as group hikes, yoga at sunset, or shared reading materials.Make it easy to deliver “magical” experiences by building thoughtful, repeatable systems (e.g., providing thank you cards and mailing them for guests).Quote of the Show: ”I've always thought of hospitality as the craft of the welcome.” - Ben Uyeda“ We fully intend to do all that. Just creating little moments of surprise for people out in the desert.” - Adam WiningerLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-uyeda-6927215/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-w1818654323333/ Website: https://www.stayreset.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reset.hotel/ Shout Outs:1:16 - Entrepreneurs Organization https://eonetwork.org/ 2:48 - HD Vegas https://hdexpo.hospitalitydesign.com/ 8:24 - U2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U2 8:28 - Meadowlands Arena https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meadowlands_Arena 9:32 - Hype Beast https://hypebeast.com/ 19:09 - Burning Man https://burningman.org/ 24:29 - W Hotels https://w-hotels.marriott.com/ 24:35 - SoulCycle https://www.soul-cycle.com/ 28:06 - Rick Rubin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rick_Rubin 29:30 - Jesse Itzler https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Itzler 32:21 - Will Guidara https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_Guidara 33:24 - NoMad Library https://nomadlasvegas.mgmresorts.com/en/restaurants/nomad-library.html 35:27 - Eleven Madison Park https://www.elevenmadisonpark.com/ 38:22 - Storm King https://welcome.stormking.org/ 43:23 - Goose https://www.goosetheband.com/ 46:00 - Mass MoCA https://massmoca.org/ 46:26 - Pappy and Harriet's https://pappyandharriets.com/ 48:12 - Post Ranch Inn https://postranchinn.com/ 48:21 - Chateau Marmont https://www.chateaumarmont.com/ 55:29 - YPO https://www.ypo.org/
Kissing Lips & Breaking Hearts: A U2-ish Podcast with the Garden Tarts
Join Hillary and Jenny as they dive into the hauntingly beautiful unreleased track "Wave of Sorrow" by U2. Recorded during the Joshua Tree era, this song captures Bono's emotional journey through Ethiopia in the mid-1980s. Discover the story behind the lyrics and the impact of this powerful piece on U2's musical evolution.Video of Bono explaining "Wave of Sorrow." www.thegardentarts.comSUPPORT: www.patreon.com/thegardentarts AND www.buymeacoffee.com/thegardentartstwitter: @the_gardentartsinstagram: @the_gardentartswatch this ep on YouTube: @thegardentarts
Some people chase opportunities. Ben Uyeda manufactures them from thin air. He's the kind of mind who can turn a single YouTube video into a global audience, a shipping container into a home, and an empty stretch of desert into a 65-room design-forward hotel. His career isn't a straight line — it's a series of bold leaps, each one bigger and riskier than the last. Today, I'm joined by Ben — a man who defies simple titles. He's an architect who never got licensed… yet co-founded an award-winning design firm. A YouTube creator who has racked up millions of views… yet never set out to be an influencer. A DIY experimenter who built his first video around making a vase… and somehow found himself co-developing the first ground-up hotel in Joshua Tree in over a decade. Ben's story is one of intentional pivots and unexpected escalations — the kind that start with a single idea, and through grit, ingenuity, and a willingness to share the messy middle, grow into something extraordinary. From sustainable design classrooms at Cornell to steel-frame modular hotel rooms shipped from Canada to the California desert, his career reads like a blueprint for blending creativity with entrepreneurship. In our conversation, we cover: How prolific demonstration of process can be more powerful than perfection — and why that's catnip for potential partners. Why sharing “warts and all” content beats polished mystery every time. The real reason most ambitious hotel projects in Joshua Tree fail — and how patience and risk tolerance become the ultimate competitive advantage. The economics of design decisions, and how a $6,000 bench became a $900 triumph. Why the future of hospitality may mean curating less, not more — and creating spaces for reflection instead of constant stimulation. Whether you're a builder, a dreamer, or just someone who loves a good “how did they pull that off?” story, this episode will make you see the intersection of design, content, and business in a whole new way. Ben's website: https://www.benuyeda.com/ Hotel RESET website: https://www.stayreset.com/ Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminuyeda/ Behind the Stays is brought to you by Journey — a first-of-its-kind loyalty program that brings together an alliance of the world's top independently owned and operated stays and allows travelers to earn points and perks on boutique hotels, vacation rentals, treehouses, ski chalets, glamping experiences and so much more. Your host is Zach Busekrus, Head of the Journey Alliance. If you are a hospitality entrepreneur who has a stay, or a collection of stays with soul, we'd love for you to apply to join our Alliance at journey.com/alliance.
We've got Erin Telford on the podcast today- Breathwork magician, leader for a good cause, and voice alchemist who is stewarding a strong mission in her craft. I'm very excited to share this amazing conversation with you. Erin is a key to unlocking the powers of the throat, she supports people to unleash themselves from the fears and chains that shackle them, and she is alive to free the people. Erin is a powerful force of nature, and being in her energy unearths your legacy.We hope you enjoy this conversation!. *also- If you'd like to receive the same training I did in the Breathwork modality Erin trained me in; I will be helping at Erin's level one Breathwork Training in Joshua Tree in October 2025; It would be great to meet some of you in real life, as we immerse in the breath medicine! Erin's links:https://www.erintelford.com/vocal-codes (9/5-7)https://www.erintelford.com/events/breathe-into-a-new-season (9/21)https://www.erintelford.com/in-person-breathwork-healer-training-one (10/11-12) (*This is the training I will also be at!)
Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 8ú lá de mí Lúnasa, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1986 bhí plean ag na dochtúirí chun stailc a dhéanamh ach ar deireadh níor tharla sé mar go raibh idirghabháil ón Chúirt Oibre. I 1991 tháinig sé amach go raibh an costas chun páiste a chuir tríd bunscoil agus meánscoil timpeall 8 míle punt. I 1975 d'oscail an Aire Gaeltacht scoil nua mar go raibh siad ag iarradh níos mó cuairteoirí agus chun na daoine ón chontae chun labhair níos mó Ghaeilge. I 1991 tháinig sé amach go raibh an seomra in Inis chun dialann a fhoilsiú le caitheamh aimsire, imeachtaí agus spórt in Inis. Sin Typically Tropical le Barbados – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1975. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1987 fuair U2 a dara huimhir a haon I Meiriceá lena hamhrán I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For óna albam Joshua Tree. I 2010 bhí parúl Mark David Chapman, dúnmharfóir John Lennon, curtha siar go dtí mí Mheán Fómhair de bharr go raibh siad ag iarradh níos mó eolas a fháil ar an chás. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Dustin Hoffman I Meiriceá I 1937 agus rugadh amhránaí Shawn Mendes I gCeanada ar an lá seo I 1998 agus seo chuid de amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh an tseachtain seo chugainn le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 8th of August, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1986: Strike planned by doctors were averted following intervention by the Labour Court. 1991: It was reported that to educate one child from the beginning r primary school to the end of secondary level it would cost £8,000. 1975: The Minister of the Gaeltacht opened a new school in hopes to interest visitors and urge Clare people to return to Irish Heritage. 1991: It was reported that Junior Chamber Ennis would publish a social diary featuring all social activities, events and sports in Ennis That was Typically Tropical with Barbados – the biggest song on this day in 1975 Onto music news on this day In 1987 U2 scored their second US No.1 single from their Joshua Tree album with 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For'. 2010 John Lennon's killer, Mark David Chapman, had his parole hearing delayed until early September so that officials could gather additional information. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actor Dustin Hoffman was born in America in 1937 and singer Shawn Mendes was born in Canada on this day in 1998 and this is one of his songs. I'll be back with you next week with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.
In this powerful episode of Create The Flow, I'm sharing the exact steps to help you embody your highest self, align with your soul's purpose, and begin manifesting your dream life now. If you've ever wondered how to shift from where you are to where you know you're meant to be, this is your blueprint.I will walk you through the process of visualizing your future self, acting in alignment with that version of you today, and collapsing time by becoming an energetic match for everything you desire. From personal stories (including manifesting my dream home in Joshua Tree) to client wins using my program Unewal Reset, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical steps to manifest faster through alignment, not force.This episode is for you if:You're ready to manifest a new relationship, dream home, income goal, or purpose-driven life.You feel stuck in the gap between where you are and where you want to be.You want to understand what it really means to embody your highest self, beyond just saying affirmations.You'll walk away with clarity, aligned action steps, and a fresh perspective on what manifestation actually looks like when you're living it instead of chasing it.
You could call her the real-life Carrie Bradshaw. Jana Hocking, sex and dating columnist for the Daily Mail, joins Kennedy for a candid (and raunchy) conversation about sexual empowerment and communication. The two dive into Jana's interesting experience in Joshua Tree, California, and her upcoming birthday plans. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: https://link.chtbl.com/kennedyytp Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennedy_foxnews Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWlNiiSXX4BNUbXM5X8KkYbDepFgUIVZj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Knight Campbell turns mountains into meeting rooms. A former Navy helicopter pilot and Naval Academy leadership instructor, he now takes executive teams off-grid—rock climbing, rafting, and trekking—to work on the real “crux” of how they lead. Phones go away. Titles fade. Trust and honest talk show up. In his conversation with Ryan, Knight recalls a Joshua Tree client who lost service and then chose to keep her phone off until Monday, proving that awe and accountability open conversations no boardroom can. He shares a core lesson from the alpine: sometimes speed is safety, but great leaders fight the real enemy—hurry—by practicing presence.
In this electrifying episode of Life With Mikey, we sit down with Ben Uyeda—visionary designer, architect, and founder of Reset Hotel in Joshua Tree. From building container homes to flipping the script on boutique hospitality, Ben shares how design-thinking and on-the-ground development grit can create wildly profitable and inspiring experiences.You'll learn:- Why nature is becoming the ultimate luxury- The hidden ROI of designing with constraints- How social media burnout fuels outdoor hospitality trends- Ben's battle-tested advice for navigating California's brutal permit process- Creative funding and partnerships that actually workWhether you're a real estate investor, content creator, designer, or entrepreneur — this episode is a masterclass on building meaningful things in a chaotic world.Disclaimer:The content of this video (“Video”) is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this Video is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the Video will prove to be accurate or realized.Certain information contained herein may be derived from third party sources and has not been independently verified. COMMUNE has not and will not independently verify this information. Where such sources include opinions and projections, such opinions and projections should be ascribed only to the applicable third party source and not to COMMUNE.Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project. Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project's actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. No representations or warranties are made by the Commune Capital, LLC or any other person or entity as to the future profitability of investments discussed or the results of making an investment.This Video does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of a confidential offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment.
In this Why Not Now? episode, Amy Jo Martin interviews award-winning architect, designer, and creative entrepreneur Ben Uyeda - on location at his breathtaking Reset Hotel, nestled on 180 acres beside Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California. Ben shares how he went from filming DIY design videos on YouTube to co-founding one of the most talked-about new eco-conscious hotels in the California High Desert. With no traditional hospitality background, Ben used modular architecture, AI-powered marketing, and an unwavering focus on values to bring his bold vision to life, one incremental “paperclip” moment at a time. Tune in for insights on: Designing for simplicity, sustainability, and scale The intersection of architecture, AI, and the creator economy Building physical spaces that help people reset from digital overload How creative risk-taking and resourcefulness fuel innovation Behind-the-scenes stories of building a hotel in the desert - with flash floods, tariffs, and all From bonsai trees and rock carving to SEO strategy and immersive travel trends, this episode is a masterclass in modern entrepreneurship, creative leadership, and experiential design. Whether you're a designer, builder, content creator, or conscious traveler, this conversation will inspire you to rethink what's possible and reconnect with nature, creativity, and your own “Why Not Now?” moment. Learn more about Ben & Reset: https://www.stayreset.com/ Get Amy Jo's newsletter: http://amyjomartin.com/newsletter Watch Amy Jo's Speaking Reel: http://amyjomartin.com/speaking Learn more about Renegade: http://www.renegade.global/ Learn more about the Renegade Accelerator: http://www.renegadeaccelerator.com Follow Amy Jo… Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/amyjomartin/ X/Twitter: http://twitter.com/amyjomartin Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AmyJoMartin/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AmyJoMartinRenegade Why Not Now? Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/whynotnow/ Buy Amy Jo's book: http://amyjomartin.com/book Follow Renegade Global: http://www.instagram.com/renegade_global
What do mullets, SpongeBob stick-and-pokes, and foil-wrapped sandwiches have in common? According to this week's guest, London writer Clive Martin, they're all hallmarks of a new type of food-obsessed, young urban professional that Clive calls the “defining person-type of 2025.” You know the type: people who queue up around the block for hours for a taste of the latest Instagram-viral, cartoonishly gigantic Italian sandwiches, in a neighborhood where the old school Italian sandwich shops are being displaced. Clive calls these people “The Normans,” after a North London cafe-restaurant they frequented for its loving homages to greasy-spoon staples like chippy teas and chicken fingers. But it's a subculture that transcends international borders, at least in the English speaking world: a distinctly bro-y strain of contemporary foodie culture fueled by viral images of oozing cheeseburgers, indie rock music, Anthony Bourdain hagiography, and upscale, farm-to-table recreations of working class and immigrant food traditions. The plan their weekends around new eateries, walk around wearing restaurant merch, and secretly wish they could they could quit their fintech job and start over as Carmy from The Bear. Clive is a former colleague of ours from VICE, and one of our favorite observers of contemporary culture—especially when it comes to cities and gentrification. We brought him on to discuss his article for VICE, titled “Meet the Normans,” and how food supplanted music, film, and art as the dominant mode of cultural consumption among young people. We also get into the subculture's nature as a kind of masculine reaction to other strains of millennial yuppie food culture, how both the food internet and the bro internet are reshaping our cities, and how the rising cost of living is pushing the gentrification cycle into exurban areas like Upstate New York, Margate, and Joshua Tree. Finally, we share some of our favorite, decidedly not-Norman restaurants in London, Philly, and LA that are still hanging on.Follow Clive on X @clive_mart1nRead more by Clive:“Urban sprawlers: How city folk ruined the countryside” (The Face)“Ketamine, crime, and chaos: Life in a London party slum” (VICE)Other relevant reads:“Welcome to Neo New York, where everything feels old school but isn't” by Emilie Friedlander (VICE)“We are all foodies now” by Steven Phillips-Horst (Spike Art) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theculturejournalist.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of Reset Hotel, the first new hotel built in Joshua Tree in over 15 years. Co-founder Adam Wininger and investor Shannon Ching of HP Investors share candid insights and practical lessons from their experience bringing this ambitious, outdoor-focused hotel concept to life. You'll hear why they chose hotels over Airbnb, how trust shaped their partnerships, and why understanding guests' desires ultimately defined Reset's success.Also see: Designing Hospitality: From Teaching Millions to Crafting My Own Hotel Brand - Ben Uyeda, ResetTravel + Leisure story A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands
In this powerful and vulnerable episode I sit down with somatic sex educator and retreat leader Court Vox for an unfiltered conversation on reclaiming erotic truth, surrender, and personal power—especially as gay men navigating a heavy, noisy world. We dive into: Why rope work is more than kink—it's about presence, trust, and release How global unrest impacts our capacity for pleasure and emotional expression The art of vocal release, erotic rituals, and finding peace through chaos How to get involved in his upcoming retreats in Mexico and Joshua Tree, California, including “Connect,” “Shadow,” and “Sacred” Court shares real tools for self-exploration, emotional healing, and erotic connection—from water rituals to surrender practices—and invites listeners to rethink the way they engage with desire, grief, and play. About Court Court Vox is a Certified Sex & Intimacy Coach, based in Los Angeles CA . He is Founder of The Bodyvox. Through his courses, workshops, retreats, and private immersions, clients cultivate toys to unlock limitations and shame, to embrace a deeper sense of intimacy with their whole self. Traditional forms of therapy are done solely through talk, while the work of a somatic coach is to further this form of work via body-based exercises, experiential learning, and touch, in comfortable, judgment-free, and caring environments. Body acceptance, exploration of sensation and desires (and learning how to ask for what you want), boundary-setting and intimacy work are some of the many reasons clients seek this form of learning. Vox is a sex educator experienced working with clients of all sexualities and genders and has been featured in AskMen.com, Cosmopolitan, and Well & Good magazines. He offers workshops and retreats across the globe for GBTQ men, and is also part of an elite team of sex educators that create the celebrated program for women, Back to the Body. His online course and community, Invitations to Intimacy, offers foundations in embodiment suited for the eroticerotic, as well as a community of like-minded individuals to support one another on their journey. Attend Courts Events in 2025 Connect Connect With Court Website Instagram Hey Guys, Check This Out! Are you a guy who keeps struggling to do that thing? You know the thing you keep telling yourself and others you're going to do, but never do? Then it's time to get real and figure out why. Join the 40 Plus: Gay Men Gay Talk, monthly chats. They happen the third Monday of each month at 5:00 pm Pacific - Learn More! Also, join our Facebook Community - 40 Plus: Gay Men, Gay Talk Community Break free of fears. Make bold moves. Live life without apologies
He's not managing Airbnbs, he's buying the companies that do.In this episode, Patrick breaks down his roll-up strategy for short-term rental management businesses, focusing on Joshua Tree. You'll learn: • How to value STR property management companies • The hidden formula top performers are using (4.9+ reviews + max RevPAR) • How he's creating additional revenue from Netflix, OF shoots, and more • The underrated power of real hospitality, hyper-local service, and partner alignmentThis isn't just about scaling, it's about building a legacy business in a saturated market.00:00:11 - Become the Local Expert, Not a Nationwide Manager 00:08:45 - Three Business Lessons from Open Water Swimming 00:09:03 - Use a Roll-Up Strategy to Scale Management Companies 00:10:00 - Study High-Performing PMs for 4.9+ Ratings at Scale 00:11:20 - How to Value and Buy STR Management Companies 00:13:32 - Use Off-Market Outreach to Acquire Small Managers 00:17:00 - Full-Service PM is the Only Way to Compete in Joshua Tree 00:21:22 - Add Production Shoots to Maximize Weekday Revenue 00:25:45 - How to Get Featured by Netflix and PR Agencies 00:35:00 - Partnerships are Marriages—Choose and Lead with Trust Guest Bio:Patryk Swietek is a 28-year-old entrepreneur with a background in building tech companies since the age of 14. Ever since getting into real estate at 24 years old, he's been a thought leader in the STR industry, teaching the co-hosting model with his own Amazon best seller book and online podcast. He scaled from 5 of his own properties to managing over 100 signed properties in Joshua Tree in under 1 year. He has bought 3 STR co-hosting companies to become the #1 co-host in one of the most competitive vacation rental markets in the country. His company and homes have been featured on Netflix, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, Dwell, etc.Guest Link:https://www.instagram.com/patryk_swietekGet FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:https://group.strsecrets.com/
Join us on the Contacts Coaching Podcast as we sit down with JJ Santa Cruz, head basketball coach and athletic director at Copper Mountain College. Coach Santa Cruz shares his unorthodox journey through the world of athletics, from his early start coaching youth basketball to becoming a dean and coach in Joshua Tree, CA. Learn how he balances administrative responsibilities with coaching, adapts to the changing dynamics of college sports, and fosters a culture of growth and resilience within his teams. Tune in for valuable insights on managing dual roles, the impact of the transfer portal, and the evolving landscape of junior college sports.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:28 Coach JJ Santa Cruz's Journey into Coaching03:22 Challenges and Triumphs in Coaching Career06:39 Balancing Roles: Coach and Dean08:55 Mentorship and Learning from Experience13:26 Building a Winning Culture16:32 Navigating the Dual Role of Coach and AD21:35 Insights on Managing Athletic Programs28:56 Introduction to Coaching Insights29:57 Influence of Slogans and Team Building31:52 Creating a Supportive Culture35:47 Impact of the Transfer Portal40:35 Challenges and Benefits of Coaching in Joshua Tree47:24 Debate on Sports Specialization53:48 Evolving Perspectives on Leadership
Superman vs. Muhammad Ali! It's all going down as two titans take on the Scrubs! Then, Rick and Morty vs. The Universe and Benjamin #2 from Oni Press, and we peek at Captain America #1 from Marvel Comics. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN RICK AND MORTY VS. THE UNIVERSE Writer: Daniel Kibblesmith Artist: Jarrett Williams Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: July 9, 2025 From the deviant psyches of comics mastermind and multiple Emmy Award–nominee Daniel Kibblesmith (Loki) and artistic annihilator Jarrett Williams (Speed Force), this summer's seven-part countdown to the end of everything that was, is, and will be begins with . . . a bachelor party that gets a little out of hand? Rick's old buddy Dimension C-137 (where Rick and Morty Cronenberg'd Earth) has reached his UNIVERSAL HALF-LIFE and is getting MARRIED—to the female-presenting embodiment of the Parmesan Dimension! He's found true love and wants his old pal Rick to plan his bachelor party! WHAT COULD GO WRONG? Answer: Pretty much everything . . . and it is all Rick's fault! Now Rick and Morty are on the run from EVERY SINGLE UNIVERSE THEY'VE EVER MESSED WITH—meaning, no matter what dimension they escape to, the universe will literally be against them. And, to survive, Rick will be forced to something he hoped he would never have to do—a last resort of EPIC PROPORTIONS! DON'T CALL IT A CRISIS! The FIRST RICK AND MORTY COMICS EVENT starts here with a cosmos-colliding spectacular TOO BIG FOR TV . . . and featuring, well, EVERYONE! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4lCPsEb MATTHEW CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 Writer: Chip Zdarsky Artist: Valerio Schiti Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: July 2, 2025 A NEW ERA FOR CAPTAIN AMERICA BEGINS HERE! While Captain America slumbered in ice, the world changed - for better and for worse. Steve Rogers awakens to a reality where battles are fought in the shadows through secrets and subterfuge, and villains aren't so easy to identify. When a fledgling dictator named Victor Von Doom conquers Latveria, Steve faces a critical decision: adapt to a new kind of warfare, or forge his own path? And what will the choice he makes in the past mean for his future? Experience the untold tale of Captain America's first encounter with Doctor Doom as Chip Zdarsky and Valerio Schiti team up for a game-changing new era of CAPTAIN AMERICA! [rating:3/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4lMqNgx RODRIGO BENJAMIN #2 Writer: Ben H. Winters Artist: Leomacs Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: July 16 Legendary science-fiction novelist Benjamin J. Carp has just been resurrected 40 years after his death . . . and that's not even the strangest thing that's going to happen to him today. In an effort to unravel the mystery of author Benjamin J. Carp's unexpected reappearance, Benjamin and his newfound companion, Marcus, travel to the arid Joshua Tree desert, where they discover the secret lair of a cabal of scientists eager to revive the minds of some of history's greatest thinkers in an effort to save humanity from its greatest weakness: lack of imagination. Are they to be believed . . . or is this just more sci-fi hokum torn from a chapter in one of Carp's beloved novels? [rating: 3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/44THi4M DISCUSSION SUPERMAN VS. MUHAMMAD ALI Writer: Dennis O'Neil Artist: Neal Adams Publisher: DC Comics Two legendary figures meet for the first time in this spectacular adventure, as an alien race called the Scrubb demand that Earth's greatest champion battle their world's own greatest fighter. Both Superman and Muhammad Ali step forward -- and to determine who is truly Earth's greatest fighter, Superman temporarily loses his powers and faces Ali in the ring. Ultimately, the duo must work together to defeat the Scrubb, with Ali taking on their champion while Superman battles their space-armada. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4kzAyhi CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!
Superman vs. Muhammad Ali! It's all going down as two titans take on the Scrubs! Then, Rick and Morty vs. The Universe and Benjamin #2 from Oni Press, and we peek at Captain America #1 from Marvel Comics. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN RICK AND MORTY VS. THE UNIVERSE Writer: Daniel Kibblesmith Artist: Jarrett Williams Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: July 9, 2025 From the deviant psyches of comics mastermind and multiple Emmy Award–nominee Daniel Kibblesmith (Loki) and artistic annihilator Jarrett Williams (Speed Force), this summer's seven-part countdown to the end of everything that was, is, and will be begins with . . . a bachelor party that gets a little out of hand? Rick's old buddy Dimension C-137 (where Rick and Morty Cronenberg'd Earth) has reached his UNIVERSAL HALF-LIFE and is getting MARRIED—to the female-presenting embodiment of the Parmesan Dimension! He's found true love and wants his old pal Rick to plan his bachelor party! WHAT COULD GO WRONG? Answer: Pretty much everything . . . and it is all Rick's fault! Now Rick and Morty are on the run from EVERY SINGLE UNIVERSE THEY'VE EVER MESSED WITH—meaning, no matter what dimension they escape to, the universe will literally be against them. And, to survive, Rick will be forced to something he hoped he would never have to do—a last resort of EPIC PROPORTIONS! DON'T CALL IT A CRISIS! The FIRST RICK AND MORTY COMICS EVENT starts here with a cosmos-colliding spectacular TOO BIG FOR TV . . . and featuring, well, EVERYONE! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4lCPsEb MATTHEW CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 Writer: Chip Zdarsky Artist: Valerio Schiti Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: July 2, 2025 A NEW ERA FOR CAPTAIN AMERICA BEGINS HERE! While Captain America slumbered in ice, the world changed - for better and for worse. Steve Rogers awakens to a reality where battles are fought in the shadows through secrets and subterfuge, and villains aren't so easy to identify. When a fledgling dictator named Victor Von Doom conquers Latveria, Steve faces a critical decision: adapt to a new kind of warfare, or forge his own path? And what will the choice he makes in the past mean for his future? Experience the untold tale of Captain America's first encounter with Doctor Doom as Chip Zdarsky and Valerio Schiti team up for a game-changing new era of CAPTAIN AMERICA! [rating:3/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4lMqNgx RODRIGO BENJAMIN #2 Writer: Ben H. Winters Artist: Leomacs Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: July 16 Legendary science-fiction novelist Benjamin J. Carp has just been resurrected 40 years after his death . . . and that's not even the strangest thing that's going to happen to him today. In an effort to unravel the mystery of author Benjamin J. Carp's unexpected reappearance, Benjamin and his newfound companion, Marcus, travel to the arid Joshua Tree desert, where they discover the secret lair of a cabal of scientists eager to revive the minds of some of history's greatest thinkers in an effort to save humanity from its greatest weakness: lack of imagination. Are they to be believed . . . or is this just more sci-fi hokum torn from a chapter in one of Carp's beloved novels? [rating: 3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/44THi4M DISCUSSION SUPERMAN VS. MUHAMMAD ALI Writer: Dennis O'Neil Artist: Neal Adams Publisher: DC Comics Two legendary figures meet for the first time in this spectacular adventure, as an alien race called the Scrubb demand that Earth's greatest champion battle their world's own greatest fighter. Both Superman and Muhammad Ali step forward -- and to determine who is truly Earth's greatest fighter, Superman temporarily loses his powers and faces Ali in the ring. Ultimately, the duo must work together to defeat the Scrubb, with Ali taking on their champion while Superman battles their space-armada. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4kzAyhi CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Call the Major Spoilers Hotline at (785) 727-1939. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!
What if your next senior session didn't just capture once-in-a-lifetime memories… but created them as well?In this episode, I'm joined by Kellie Llewellyn, a North Dakota-based photographer who has carved out a unique (and wildly appealing) niche in her business: destination senior sessions. Kellie has traveled with seniors, their best friends, and even their families to locations like Joshua Tree, the Oregon coast, and beyond, turning traditional photo sessions into unforgettable experiences.We talk about the creative spark that comes with new locations, the logistical and financial realities behind these trips, and how she's grown this part of her business from passion project to profitable offering. From pricing and contracts to behind-the-scenes strategy, Kellie is a total open book. If you've ever dreamed about mixing business with a little adventure, this will inspire you to get started!LINKS: Follow Kellie on Instagram Visit Kellie's Website Resources: New to the podcast? Go to thiscantbethathard.com/welcome to get access to 3 of Annemie's best free resources. Join our community! We'd love to welcome you into our supportive, business-focused private Facebook group. Go to facebook.com/groups/thiscantbethathard to request access. Long-time listener? Leave a review!
It's officially summer so Frazer takes us for a cheeky bev at SLUG & LETTUCE while Ben discusses all things deserty as they visit JOSHUA TREE. UR WELCOME!Leave us some feedback;Insta: @urwelcomeamericaTwitter: @urwelcomeUSAEmail: UrWelcomeAmericaPodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, I'm sharing reflections from our recent Sacred Awakening retreat held in Joshua Tree. If you've been craving connection or carrying old wounds, this episode is here to remind you—you're not alone.
The Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia) has attained celebrity status in recent times, but that hasn't always been the case. For over a century, the Joshua tree was viewed as a useless and repulsive plant that bucked all attempts to tame it. How our relationship with Yucca brevifolia went from hatred to worship is the topic of "Yuck", in which author Barret Baumgart dives into the history of this species, how it has changed over the years and how climate change and rampant tourism may spell disaster for Yucca brevifolia in the future. Join us for a philosophical dive into what the Joshua tree can teach us about our relationship with nature. This episode was produced in part by Lauren, Strych Mind, Linda, Sylvan, Austin, Sarah, Ethan, Elle, Steve, Cassie, Chuck, Aaron, Gillian, Abi, Rich, Shad, Maddie, Owen, Linda, Alana, Sigma, Max, Richard, Maia, Rens, David, Robert, Thomas, Valerie, Joan, Mohsin Kazmi Photography, Cathy, Simon, Nick, Paul, Charis, EJ, Laura, Sung, NOK, Stephen, Heidi, Kristin, Luke, Sea, Shannon, Thomas, Will, Jamie, Waverly, Brent, Tanner, Rick, Kazys, Dorothy, Katherine, Emily, Theo, Nichole, Paul, Karen, Randi, Caelan, Tom, Don, Susan, Corbin, Keena, Robin, Peter, Whitney, Kenned, Margaret, Daniel, Karen, David, Earl, Jocelyn, Gary, Krysta, Elizabeth, Southern California Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts, Pattypollinators, Peter, Judson, Ella, Alex, Dan, Pamela, Peter, Andrea, Nathan, Karyn, Michelle, Jillian, Chellie, Linda, Laura, Miz Holly, Christie, Carlos, Paleo Fern, Levi, Sylvia, Lanny, Ben, Lily, Craig, Sarah, Lor, Monika, Brandon, Jeremy, Suzanne, Kristina, Christine, Silas, Michael, Aristia, Felicidad, Lauren, Danielle, Allie, Jeffrey, Amanda, Tommy, Marcel, C Leigh, Karma, Shelby, Christopher, Alvin, Arek, Chellie, Dani, Paul, Dani, Tara, Elly, Colleen, Natalie, Nathan, Ario, Laura, Cari, Margaret, Mary, Connor, Nathan, Jan, Jerome, Brian, Azomonas, Ellie, University Greens, Joseph, Melody, Patricia, Matthew, Garrett, John, Ashley, Cathrine, Melvin, OrangeJulian, Porter, Jules, Griff, Joan, Megan, Marabeth, Les, Ali, Southside Plants, Keiko, Robert, Bryce, Wilma, Amanda, Helen, Mikey, Michelle, German, Joerg, Cathy, Tate, Steve, Kae, Carole, Mr. Keith Santner, Lynn, Aaron, Sara, Kenned, Brett, Jocelyn, Ethan, Sheryl, Runaway Goldfish, Ryan, Chris, Alana, Rachel, Joanna, Lori, Paul, Griff, Matthew, Bobby, Vaibhav, Steven, Joseph, Brandon, Liam, Hall, Jared, Brandon, Christina, Carly, Kazys, Stephen, Katherine, Manny, doeg, Daniel, Tim, Philip, Tim, Lisa, Brodie, Bendix, Irene, holly, Sara, and Margie.