Podcasts about near death experiences

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The Spirit Animal Sam i s here to join us in a conversation about near death experiences with a deep conversation about what is actually going on? Is it just the rush of Native DMT in our minds that are helping us experience these things upon a brush with death? Or is it whats to be expected when that inevitable times comes for us? Stay Weird!To find Sam's Podcast- https://open.spotify.com/show/1BQyXMEpxRk4g2rckuCHfo?si=37552ef0e0fe4319For All Things Meta- Onlymystics.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cult-of-conspiracy--5700337/support.

Join Sandra as she speaks with Stephen Weber, a former IT project manager and lifelong Harley-Davidson rider who considered himself a "flat zero" on the spirituality scale until a catastrophic 2015 motorcycle crash left him in a three-week coma. Flown to Stony Brook Hospital with severe internal injuries, Stephen's consciousness traveled to a transitional spiritual university he calls "The Place Between Here and There". Find Stephen's books on Amazon at https://amzn.to/4xYGOqm In this powerful episode, Stephen shares how his Near-Death Experience prepared him for the most heartbreaking challenge of his life: the loss of his 20-year-old son, Nick. In this episode, we dive into: * The Place Between Here and There: Stephen details his time in a spiritual way station where he learned to sense energy over physical form and realized that resolving shame and regret brings true bliss.  * Meeting the Higher Self: The profound realization that part of our consciousness always remains in spirit, carrying the grace and wisdom of all our incarnations.  * Surviving the Loss of a Child: How Stephen navigated the devastating loss of his son Nick—a Division I wrestler and talented musician—by finally opening up to signs like unexplained roses and a powerful dream visitation.  * Profound Forgiveness: The incredible story of how Stephen faced the young man responsible for his son's passing in court, and how his NDE life review allowed him to feel sorrow for the young man instead of hatred.  * Everyday Miracles: A beautiful synchronicity on the beach involving a Dalmatian named Violet that brought two grieving parents together.  Connect with Stephen Weber on his Website with his Books Free Guided Meditations and more: http://betweenhereandthere.org CONNECT WITH SANDRA CHAMPLAIN:  Don't miss my "Shades of the Afterlife' Podcast with the BEST of all topics about the afterlife: https://omny.fm/shows/shades-of-the-afterlife * Website (Free book by joining the 'Insiders Club, Free empowering Sunday Gatherings with medium demonstration, Mediumship Classes & more): http://wedontdie.com *Patreon (Early access, PDF of over 850 episodes & more visit https://www.patreon.com/wedontdieradio Thank you for listening!!!

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Matt Pohlson was clinically dead for four and a half minutes. His heart had stopped, the doctor had already called it, and 40 ICU staff had gathered at the window like a silent choir when his mother refused to let them stop fighting. He came back - and the clarity from that experience reshaped his entire company. Omaze, the platform he co-founded to raise money for charity by giving everyday people the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences, has sent people to be mentored by Michelle Obama, ride a tank with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and win a Lamborghini handed over by the Pope. After Matt's near-death experience, he made the hard decision to kill the parts of the business he loved most - and grew revenue over 500% while increasing headcount just 10%. In this interview, Matt breaks down the counterintuitive focus decision that unlocked Omaze's explosive growth, the controversial charity philosophy of chasing dollars over percentages, and what flatlining taught him about fear, decisions, and building a company that scales optimism. What you'll learn in this interview: The near-death experience that reset how he leads - and why he calls death his best friend and travel companion Why he killed the celebrity-experience model he loved - cutting from 300 campaigns a year to 50 - and went all in on "Omaze Owned" How a Daniel Craig campaign meant to raise $300K pulled $2.1 million - and the test that revealed the car mattered more than the celebrity How revenue grew over 500% on just a 10% headcount increase - and the focus principle behind it The controversial charity philosophy: why chasing dollars to the charity, not percentages, is what the nonprofit space actually needs The exact economics of both models - 60% to charity on celebrity campaigns, guaranteed 15% on prize campaigns - and who carries the risk How to actually partner with A-list talent: running the real numbers before giving away 5-10% of your company for star power Why the biggest decisions don't get better the more people you ask - and his "when you don't know what to do, do nothing" rule Virtues over values: why what your team does matters more than what they believe - and how he rebuilt culture at eight people Why nothing is ever as bad as the fear of it - and how replacing fear with love changed how he operates If you're building a mission-driven business, wrestling with whether to focus or diversify, or trying to lead through the kind of pressure that breaks most founders, this conversation will fundamentally change how you think about fear, focus, and building something that genuinely scales good in the world. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend using the code FOUNDR50. Start here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://your.omnisend.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SAVE 95% ON XERO FOR 6 MONTHS Simplify your business finances with 95% off Xero for your first 6 months. Start here →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://foundr.com/xero⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET UP TO $10K IN MATCHED AD CREDITS ON APPLOVIN Scale your DTC brand beyond Meta and Google with up to $10,000 in matched ad credits, plus $1,000 free to test AppLovin. Start here → https://applovin.com/foundr WANT TO GROW YOUR BRAND WITH META ADS? Join the Foundr Operators Waitlist → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/operators⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → Already have a store? Apply here → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH MATT POHLSON Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mattpohlson/ Website → ⁠https://www.omaze.com/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/foundr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.foundr.com/podcast⁠

Perhaps you've heard about Near Death Experiences and are curious to know more. Marieta Pehlivanova, trained in cognitive neuroscience, statistics and psychiatry, is one of the people who has helped bring more quantitative methods to this subject. While the general public and parapsychology often view NDEs through narratives and testimony, researchers like Marieta, Bruce Greyson, and others at the University of Virginia in the Division of Perceptual Studies take a scientific approach. How? Why? What have they learned?

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Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a scientist who has spent nearly two decades in biotechnology and oncology research has an experience that completely changes the way she understands consciousness?In this episode of the Spiritual Spotlight Series, Rachel Garrett sits down with Crystal Cassidy, scientist, mystic, and founder of Soul Pod, to explore the unexpected intersection of science, spirituality, meditation, consciousness, and technology.Crystal spent years working in biotechnology and oncology research, including clinical operations connected with bringing a blood-based cancer diagnostic to market. Then, during a severe illness in 2020, she describes having a near-death experience that profoundly changed the direction of her life and deepened her relationship with spirituality and consciousness.  transcript-a-near-death-wake-up…  transcript-a-near-death-wake-up…Rachel and Crystal explore why meditation does not always feel peaceful at first, why becoming more aware can initially mean becoming more aware of discomfort, and why spiritual growth may require learning how to stay present with emotions rather than constantly trying to escape them.  transcript-a-near-death-wake-up…They also dive into Crystal's concept of Soul Tech — the idea that technology, community, spiritual practice, nervous-system awareness, and consciousness can work together rather than against one another. Crystal shares why she created Soul Pod, a spiritual wellness platform designed to support people at different stages of awakening and give them a sense of community along the way.  transcript-a-near-death-wake-up…This conversation explores:Science and mystical experienceNear-death experiences and consciousnessWhy meditation can feel uncomfortableSpiritual bypassing and learning to stay in the bodyIntuition versus escapismSpiritual awakening and isolationConscious technologySoul Pod and personalized spiritual practiceThe future of AI, technology, and consciousnessLearning to trust the quiet inner calling that asks you to change your lifeCrystal's closing message is simple but powerful: you are more powerful than you know, and there is an inner technology within you waiting to be explored Support the showSpiritual Spotlight Series is hosted by Rachel Garrett, RN, CCH — Akashic Records Practitioner, Master Energy Healer, and Certified Crystal Healer.Conversations about the things we almost don't say out loud. For the ones who feel everything — but question it.Each episode features real stories of spiritual awakening, healing, and transformation from guests across all walks of life, alongside solo teachings on Akashic Records, crystal healing, nervous system support, and intuitive development.Healing doesn't have to be heavy.New: Join the monthly live Akashic reading → YouTube membership at $4.99/month → youtube.com/@rachelgarrett/membership✨ Explore More Spiritual Wisdom & Stay Connected

How can we explain vivid, life changing experiences and true perceptions occurring in patients between brain death and resuscitation? What are the implications of true information being anomalously communicated during these experiences? What are the implications of some children being able to access the memories of deceased people? Why do such a high portion of these kids remember a traumatic death?In this episode we have the two fascinating phenomena of near death experiences, and access to deceased peoples memories to look into. So, we discuss the history of NDE research, the main repeating components of the experiences and some of the anomalous information received; we talk about the radical changes in meaning, purpose and world views after such experiences; and the difficulties integrating this with their previous daily lives and relationships. Then we switch and look at the research into children who appear to have memories of people who are no longer alive, and the attempts to identify the dead person and verify if these things actually happened to them. And of course we're going to look at the implications of these anomalous phenomena for life, death, consciousness and the nature of reality.Our guest today is a psychiatrist and neuro-behavioural scientist in the Division of Perceptual Studies at the University of Virginia, Marieta Pehlivanova. She's the author of 12 scientific papers, many co-authored with Dr. Bruce Greyson, the founder of the International Association for the Study of Near Death experience, who recommended Marieta in his stead now he is unable to give interviews any more. Please feel free to donate to the Division of Perceptual StudiesDonation · University of Virginia · GiveCampusGetting funding to study anomalous phenomena is harder than ever, and we don't want this research to drop off the map.What we discuss: 00:00 Intro.06:45 Near Death Experiences.06:25 The Dept Of Perceptual Studies (DOPS), UOVirginia.14:15 Near Death Experience Scale: Features of NDE in psychiatry.18:15 Not everyone has the life review.19:30 Anomalous features. 26:20 The new Near Death Experience Contents Scale.28:20 NDE is hard to put into words.31:20 Mental health and integration support for NDErs.39:20 Metaphysical implications of NDEs.43:00 The afterlife hypothesis.44:00 The prejudice caused by our experience of the arrow of time.46:00 NDErs say, “everything is happening at the same time”.49:25 Children who have dead peoples memories, reincarnation-like cases - Ian Stevenson & Jim Tucker.52:30 How the accuracy of the memory is investigated.55:31 Habitual or biological similarities between child and remembered person.56:00 Resistance in jumping to the reincarnation hypothesis.58:30 %60 of the kids recall a traumatic death, some have trauma symptoms01:02:00 Comparing brain scans of these apparently traumatised children.01:04:45 New research coming on autobiographic memory pathways.01:07:30 Epigenetic and genetic approaches.01:07:50 Potential to explain intergenerational trauma mechanism.01:10:45 Metaphysical implications of children's memories of dead adults.01:15:30 Assessing claims that those who accept psi lack critical cognitive ability.References:International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS)Greyson's Near-Death experience scaleCharlotte Martial et al. 2020. 'The Near-Death Experience Content (NDE-C) scale'.Bruce Greyson, ‘Seeing Dead People Not Known to Have Died: “Peak in Darien' Experiences'.Pehilvanova, M. ‘Support needs after a near-death experience: A quantitative study with experiencers'.Sadeghi, S. Et al. ‘A large-scale analysis of temporal patterns in children's purported past-life memories: Shorter intervals following unexpected deaths'Helené Wahbeh et al. ‘Genetics of Psychic ability - A pilot case-control exam sequencing study'Marieta Pehilvanova, ‘Cognitive styles and psi: psi researchers are more similar to skeptics than to lay believers' 

What if there are places where the line between this world and something else becomes thinner—and whatever exists there knows when investigators arrive?Near Sedona, Arizona, Bradshaw Ranch has become known for reports of UFOs, Bigfoot, strange entities, missing time, magnetic anomalies and possible portals. The ranch has often been compared to Skinwalker Ranch, but the investigators featured in this episode took a different approach: instead of “poking the bear,” they invited contact.My guests are Ronald C. Meyer and Mark Reeder, co-authors of The High Strangeness of Bradshaw Ranch.Ron is a filmmaker, author, paranormal investigator and paleontology researcher. Through Centre Communications, he has produced documentaries covering Bigfoot, UFOs, near-death experiences, serial killers and unexplained phenomena. His work includes The Bigfoot Alien Connection Revealed, Alien Contact in the Rockies, The Mysteries of Bradshaw Ranch and You Are Immortal: The Truth from Near-Death Experiences. He is also a fifth-degree black belt in Aikido and leads practices exploring contact, consciousness and the flow state.Mark is a historian, researcher, writer and producer who originally approached the paranormal as a skeptic. After reviewing witness interviews and working with Ron on their books, he began reconsidering how unexplained experiences affect individuals and their understanding of reality.In this conversation, Ron describes his investigations at Bradshaw Ranch, including a missing-time experience, a translucent triangular formation surrounded by hundreds of unusual objects, an apparent Bigfoot known as “Big Gal,” unexplained figures detected by SLS equipment and activity that appeared to demonstrate intelligence and situational awareness.We also discuss the government's ownership of the property, possible underground tunnels, Native American petroglyphs, Sedona's vortexes and whether UFOs, Bigfoot, portals and other paranormal phenomena could be different manifestations of the same presence.Ron also discusses the CE-6 Contact Protocol and his Contact and Flow Retreats. These experiences combine meditation, shared intention, the AEIOU chant, flow practices, remote viewing, nature immersion and equipment such as thermal cameras, magnetometers, structured-light scanners and audio recorders. The purpose is to explore possible interaction with what Ron calls “the Presence” and what may happen when participants enter a shared state of awareness.Could Bradshaw Ranch be a place where the boundary between worlds becomes thinner—and something on the other side is aware of everyone who enters?Follow Ronald C. Meyer and Mark Reeder:The Bigfoot Chronicles Trilogy on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Bigfoot-Chronicles-Trilogy/100063547892577/Their books, including The High Strangeness of Bradshaw Ranch, are available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Their documentaries can be found on YouTube, Amazon Prime and other streaming platforms.Follow, subscribe, review and share Wake Up with Miya for more conversations exploring the unexplained.BUY A COFFEE LINK Support the Show & Stay Connected:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sensiblehippieJoin My Patreon for ad-free episodes & exclusive content: https://Patreon.com/WakeupwithMiyaIf you're joining Waiola – The Plus Side, please subscribe through a web browser (Safari or Chrome) instead of the Patreon app — it directly supports the show. Mahalo nui loa for supporting independent work and helping keep this platform growing.Shop my Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/profile/amzn1.account.AGYOPCXXGH6MN5RVAKGQWVZUZLEA/list/26B87RB4FZ9W2?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_6BWRT43TH4MY2NM2XD6XWant to be on the show or suggest a guest? I'm looking for guests who can speak on human trafficking, the paranormal, occult symbolism, hidden history, spiritual warfare, ancient mysteries, and specific military stories involving covert operations, secret programs, psychological warfare, unexplained events, and firsthand accounts. Email me at: Miya@wakeupwithmiya.comExclusive Discount!Shop at LVNTA: https://lvnta.com/lv_IcTq5EmoFKaZfJhTiSUse code OHANA for 20% off!Listen on Your Favorite Platform: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere podcasts are available!RATE & REVIEW: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wake-up-with-miya/id1627169850 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UYrXCgma1lJYzf8glnAxyMusic Credits:  Beginning: "Echoes in the Shadows" - DKEnd Music: “Crazy” - EkoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wake-up-with-miya--6339129/support.

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David Crawford joins me to discuss A Manual for the Dead, a multidimensional account of his near-death experiences and the insights he gained into the nature of the afterlife. David will expose that the afterlife is a bureaucratic soul-processing facility rather than a peaceful paradise. You'll discover how system entities disguised as comforting medical staff manipulate souls into memory erasure and forced reincarnation. Finally, the discussion delivers a practical strategy for utilizing memory, meditation, intention, and volition to assert sovereignty and escape the soul mill trap. Get the book: https://link.amazon/B0aI9fG6I Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if grief isn't only something we survive—but something that reveals how deeply we've loved?In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, I sit down with Carl Manlan, author of I Can Breathe, for a powerful conversation about grief, fatherhood, emotional healing, identity, and legacy.Carl lost his father as a young man. Years later, becoming a father himself brought some of that grief back to the surface and raised a profound question: How do you become the father you want to be when you can no longer have those conversations with your own father?We also explore something many men struggle to discuss: expressing emotions and asking for help. As two Black men raised in different parts of the world, Carl and I discovered surprising similarities in how we experienced love growing up—and how we're trying to do things differently with the next generation.Carl also shares how unexpectedly losing his job became a turning point that helped him finish I Can Breathe.One insight captures the heart of our conversation:“You only experience grief because you loved.”In this episode, we explore:• Grieving a parent and carrying that relationship forward• Men, vulnerability, counseling, and emotional health• Separating your identity from your career• Responding instead of reacting to life's challenges• Raising emotionally aware children• Turning loss into legacy• The story behind Carl's I Can Breathe

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Rob Gentile to explore the profound answers he received in the most unexpected way. At 56 years old, Rob suffered a massive heart attack, flatlined, and had a transformative Near-Death Experience (NDE) where he heard the voice of God. Rob is the son of Italian immigrants who grew up in the steel-mill town of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, and spent his career as a sales engineer. For over 30 years, he and his wife Melanie have dedicated their lives to raising their special needs daughter, Maria, who is now in her twenties and whom Rob lovingly refers to as "pure spirit." Throughout Maria's childhood, Rob grappled with difficult questions about prayer and the meaning of suffering. His sudden heart attack, the subsequent NDE, and the spiritual awakening he experienced while waiting for a donor heart finally brought him the clarity and peace he had been searching for. Rob shares this incredible journey in his bestselling debut book, Quarks of Light. Join us for a deeply moving conversation about life, death, faith, and the universal threads that connect us all.

What if you could imagine God as he truly is, with a deep, extravagant love for you? John and Kathy Burke share from their book "Imagine the God of Heaven Devotional: 60 Reflections on the Heart of God from the Bible and Near-Death Experiences." You'll be reminded of God's love and encouraged to bring His love and goodness to the world. Originally aired October 23, 2025 Check out Susie's podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

When my father was under anesthesia during heart transplant surgery, he left his body. He watched the surgeons operate on him from above, felt the cold of the ceiling, and told the light he wasn't ready. Then he woke up.In this episode, I share his story and dig into near-death experiences and what researchers call the life review. The widely reported phenomenon of reliving your life's impact on others in a single overwhelming moment. We look at what NDEs across cultures have in common, and how ancestor veneration in Hoodoo has been saying the same thing in different language all along: nothing you do to another person disappears. It gets felt, remembered, and weighed.This one's personal, and it's a reminder that we're always being watched by more than we realize, so it might be time to ask yourself how you'd want to be remembered, right now, not just at the end.

For centuries, people who've survived near-death experiences have told eerily similar and strange stories. They talk of bright lights, a feeling of euphoria, life flashing before their eyes. For much of that time, such accounts were often relegated to the realm of mysticism. But now, some scientists are beginning to reconsider what happens to you when you're on the very edge of life and death.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryRead by: John NaishProducer: Sophie McNultyWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: The neuroscientists who had near-death experiences – and how it changed themPhoto: Getty ImagesThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've done many of these types of nde episodes in the past but sometimes you just need to go back to the well and submerse yourself in these amazing experiences when they get a glimpse of the other side. Stay Weird!Check Out The Website!: Onlymystics.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/meta-mystics--5795466/support.You Don't Know What You Don't Know!

A neuroscientist's near death experience: six years ago, after a long surgery, my heart stopped for three to five minutes. Here's what I saw, and what the science says. I flatlined in the ICU, left my body, and watched my husband Mac bang on the door shouting that something was wrong. In this episode, my daughter Dominique and I talk through that experience, a shared death experience I had years later, and why so many researchers now say a dying, oxygen-starved brain can't explain what people report.

What if the memories of someone you love had a real place to live, and you could walk through them whenever you needed to?In this episode, I talk with architect Alexander Josephson about how to preserve memories of a loved one, and why grief may be something you move through rather than something you get over.Alexander is the founder of Partisans, an award-winning design studio in Toronto. While sitting in a hospital room with his father, he listened to him dictate what he wanted on his tombstone, and realized a name and two dates were far too small for the story. That moment led him to build Cumulus, a living digital memorial you can add to, share with family, and return to for years.I also talk about my daughter Shayna, who passed in 2015, and why I have never wanted her to be tied to one location. If you carry the fear that someone you love will be forgotten, or you have wondered where they are now, this conversation is for you.In this episode, you'll discover:✨ Why the "three deaths" idea makes community and storytelling so important✨ How a $3 million tomb that was never built became a living, breathing memorial✨ Why the body is temporary and the memories are what carry meaning✨ How one family invited 90 people into a shared cloud, with pins from a golf course in Scotland to the middle of the Atlantic✨ Why cemeteries can feel so disorienting, and where our loved ones are✨ How a digital stone at a grave can bring their story to you with a tap of your phoneAbout Alexander Josephson:Alexander Josephson is an architect and the founder of Partisans, an award-winning design studio in Toronto. He is also the founder of Cumulus, a digital memorial platform designed to hold the photos, stories, voices, and memories of the people we love. He is a new father to two daughters under two, and he is already making time capsules for them in his own Cumulus.Links and resources:Cumulus website: https://cumulus.worldCumulus Companion app: search "Cumulus Companion" in the App Store or Google PlayInstagram: Cumulus WorldTry Cumulus free on the app or the website.Join the conversation:Read the companion article and share your thoughts at https://grief2growth.substack.comWhat resonated with you? Tell me in the comments:

This video podcast is the third in a series of three posts about the Hidden Hold of Horrors Golden Thread in the work of author Rowling-Galbraith. A Golden Thread is a plot point, scene, or character type that recurs repeatedly through an author's stories, a commonality that is evident only when looking at the writer's writings viewed as a whole. The ‘Hidden Hold of Horrors' repeated scene is of a location underground, be it a cave, a cellar, a tunnel, a tomb, or a basement pool, in which a frightening confrontation, a Near Death Experience, flat out murder, or transformative revelation occurs.The first post in this series was Nick Jeffery's exploration and explanation of Rowling's Church Cottage childhood home in Tutshill and its remarkable cellar beneath a covered access port, what has been mistakenly referred to as a “trapdoor.” In The Hidden Cellar Beneath J. K. Rowling's Childhood Home, Nick shares why a building in West England on the border with Wales from the mid 19th Century that was built as a Church of England school would have a substantial brick and cement vaulted basement and what this room, originally a cistern to prevent cholera outbreaks, was probably like during Rowling's childhood.[Golden Thread Image: Wovex.com; Ladder to Cellar Under Access Port: Pinterest]The second post was one I sent out yesterday in which I shared Nick's and my off-the-top-of-our-heads catalog of everything subterranean, frightening, and damp in Rowling's oeuvre, that is, her seven Harry Potter novels, eight Cormoran Strike mysteries, the Cursed Child ‘collaborative' play script, her Beedle the Bard fairy tale collection and Ickabog “political fairy tale,” the three Fantastic Beasts screenplays, her border-line autobiographical Casual Vacancy, and the Dante-meets-Dickens Christmas Pig classic. Rowling Golden Thread: The Hidden ‘Hold of Horrors Downstairs, Beneath the Trap DoorHogwarts Professor is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The morning after posting it, readers are already adding scenes Nick and I overlooked and I am kicking myself for not including the “deepest dungeon” in ‘The Warlock's Hairy Heart' and “the trapdoor beneath the rug” concealing the tunnel beneath Poem and Pretense's sanctuary from the Loss Adjustors, a tunnel reached via a ladder. ‘The Tunnel' takes them “to the bottom of the mountain” where Compass joins them for their flight to the City of the Missed across the Wastes of the Unlamented, Pig's story turn and meaning-in-the-middle. As Nick and I note in the conversation above, a comprehensive list will require a repeated reading of Rowling's complete writings. Please add the ones you think of that we missed in your comments below, especially for Cursed Child, the only book for which Nick and I drew a complete Golden Thread blank.Those first two posts cover half of the four subjects Nick and I tackle in this Golden Thread conversation; the Ten Questions guiding that discussion with the relevant links and notes from our answers can be found below. What I want to write out here briefly are some notes about Golden Threads in general, their place in a Lake and Shed bifurcated critical environment, and then the importance of the ‘Hidden Hold of Horrors' Golden Thread specifically for understanding Rowling's work, its inspiration and intentional artistry, and for seeing what will happen in the remaining Strike novels. Not to mention the meaning of Hallmarked Man's fictional silver oligarch Murdoch's name!{Lake image source; Golden Thread image source; Shed image source]Are ‘Golden Threads' Evidence of ‘Lake' Inspiration or ‘Shed' Intentional Artistry?Since the time of our first Hogwarts Professor Substack posts and podcasts, Nick and I have described what we are trying to advance here in the niche field of Rowling Studies is Fourth Generation work. For a discussion of the four generations of Rowling scholarship, listen to On Reading ‘On Writing.' where we discussed the evolution of reader approaches to Rowling-Galbraith texts and how each generation, while typical of a specific time period, continues into the other generations (most of Strike-Ellacott fandom, for example, is reading that series as the ‘Shippers and speculators did the Hogwarts Saga during Potter Mania, the first generation of Rowling Studies).What distinguishes Fourth Generation thinking is, in essence, (1) the incorporation of biographical material in understanding the inspiration of Rowling's work (per her implicit instruction since the late 2019 Lake and Shed metaphor interview), (2) the creation of a gauge to measure the success or failure of her work out of the intention evident in her choices of literary tools, her Shed artistry, and (3) shifting the critical focus from the latest work and the book-next-in-queue to the oeuvre as a whole, everything she's written. The bumper-sticker version of that?Lake — Shed — Golden Threads. Lake? Rowling describes the source of her stories' inspiration as the ‘Lake' of her unconscious mind, her personal issues, the events of her life, her reading and education. This is the work of Fourth Generation specialists who sift through what is known about Rowling's life in pursuit of clues to the source material of her stories.Shed? Again, Rowling's bipolar metaphor for her creative process has a marker, her ‘Shed,' that represents the alocal place ‘where' she deploys her traditional tools to craft archetypal story out of her very personal Lake inspiration. These tools — I focus on seven — have a specific quality, both antiquarian and profoundly effective in producing the effect Rowling desires on her reading audience.And, at last, the Golden Threads, which are not explicitly Lake or Shed findings, but, as noted above, “a plot point, scene, or character type that recurs repeatedly through an author's stories, a commonality that is evident only when looking at the writer's writings viewed as a whole.” Examples?In two episodes of The Kanreki Series last July (here and here), Nick and I discussed fourteen Golden Threads in Rowling's work: The Bad Dad, Writing about Writing, Violence against Women, the Evils of Fleet Street, Mother Love, Ghosts, Pregnancy Traps, the Lost Child with Grieving Steward, Evil Government, Occult tropes, the Embedded Author, the Search for the Real, Embedded Texts, and Shadow Doppelgangers. ‘Blood' makes fifteen (see here, here, and here for that) and my post yesterday about the ‘Hidden Hold of Horrors' is sixteen.As Nick and I explain in the conversation above, most of these Golden Threads have a Lake element or point of origin, e.g., the Cholera Cistern cellar beneath Church Cottage. Understanding why Rowling returns to them again and again in reinventive ways in her work, though, requires more than a psycho-biographical connection. This is obviously the case with all the underground terrors to be found in Rowling's stories.[Basement Image from WallPaperAccess.com]How are We to Understand the ‘Hidden Hold of Horrors' Golden Thread? What does it mean?As I listed at the end of yesterday's post and the conversation with Nick above, Rowling's childhood home with its hidden depths beneath the floorboards and neighboring graveyard and attendant ghosts is only one part of the explanation for the Hidden Hold Golden Thread. It's a wonderful point of origin and launching pad for inspiration, certainly, but restricting the interpretation of her usage of this meme to nightmares and flights of fancy she had as a child about the sublimely subliminal spaces around her is, for lack of a better word, lazy. Her use of these spaces again and again reflects, I'm sure, to a certain degree her psychological Default Setting from childhood memories of the ‘Wet Nightmare Place' under the dining room table and next door. But Rowling's mind was shaped as much by her bibliography, the books she read and loved, as by her biography, the exterior circumstances of her life. Her reading is the bridge linking her Lake and Shed creative process and it plays an outsized role in her Golden Threads as well. Granting that the first inspiration of her unconscious mind may just have been childhood fears and fantasies, knowing that Rowling has read Homer, Virgil, and Dante and studied Greek mythology from her time at Wyedean Comprehensive through UExeter means that a Trip to the Underworld to speak to the dead is a touchstone of myth and epic. There's a word for this commonplace, katabasis, the going-down-and-coming-back. Odysseus visits Tiresias, Aeneas his father Anchises, Dante with Virgil tours the Inferno's multiple levels — and Psyche is sent by Venus into Hades on the last of her purgative trials.· Rowling, having entered into these stories, knows they are delivery vehicles for the cathartic transformative change to be found in consultation with the dead and in thinking about death.Joseph Campbell famously argued in Hero with a Thousand Faces that per James Joyce, ethnographers, and comparative mythology experts this descent into the nether worlds and return was an essential aspect of the “monomyth” or Ur story underlying all story and myth. Campbell's more important contribution was arguing that this was not an abstract historical or literary assertion but one fundamentally important in every human being's life and psycho-spiritual development.The Journey to the Underworld from this perspective is that it represents the conscious entry into the Unconscious Mind, the Hidden ‘Depths' of the Person Behind the Persona-Mask. Rowling has said that, if the writing dream had not worked out, she would have studied to become a psychologist. It is a touchstone belief of Fourth Generation Rowling Studies that, even though the writing gig did work out, that Rowling-Galbraith still became a psychologist in the sense of a person working to help her client-readers experience meaning (logos) more profoundly in their souls (psyche).Every time we descend into the depths with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, with Cormoran and Robin, or with Jack Jones, we jump into a shared psychological crucible for our alchemical dissolution, purification, and reintegration. In this Golden Thread, we can see the Shed tools of literary alchemy, mythology, psychomachia, Christian symbolism, chiastic writing, and cathartic shock all at work.And, though speculating about the novel-on-the-near-horizon isn't a signature quality of Fourth Generation reading, I would be remiss not to point out that Rowling-Galbraith has left pointers in Hallmarked Man and throughout the Strike series that Robin Ellacott is on a ‘Heroine's Journey' — and overdue for a trip to Hades.Pointers to Trips Underground to Come in the Cormoran Strike Series' Remaining BooksSubscribers to Hogwarts Professor are familiar with Rowling-Galbraith's use of the Cupid and Psyche Myth as a template for the Strike-Ellacott series, a use the author highlighted in a tweet after the publication of Strike 8. That myth is about the Soul's trials to be worthy of Divine Love, Psyche being the Greek word for Soul and Cupid or Eros for love (Anteros for True Love). Psyche's great trial is her descent into Hell at Venus' command to receive from Persephone a gift for the Goddess of Beauty. As infernal as Robin Ellacott's sufferings have been, Serious Strikers have been anticipating that she will at last ‘go there' for real in Strike 9.Iris T. M. wrote in The Rowling Library Magazine, Issue #99 (March 2025), her belief that Robin's story arc conformed, intentionally or not on the author's part, with ‘The Heroine's Journey.' See ‘Robin's Heroine's Journey: How J. K. Rowling's Robin Ellacott from the Strike Series Follows the Classic Path of Self-Discovery' in that archived issue of TRL (and say a prayer for the return of The Rowling Library in 2027!). Iris mentions psychotherapist Maureen Murdock as the original advocate of a ‘Heroine's Journey' distinct from a Campbell-esque ‘Hero's Journey,' but uses the ‘Aletis' archetype of Jody Gentian Bower as her framework for tracing Robin's story arc. It's a brilliant exegesis and well worth reading in full.It misses the mark, however, in at least three important respects.First, it makes no mention of the Cupid and Psyche myth, which conforms to every ‘Heroine's Journey' marker and is Rowling's only admitted mythological template for the series;Second, it was written before the publication of Hallmarked Man so Iris T. M. could not have seen that Rowling-Galbraith gave a historical character, a 19th Century Freemason, silver millionaire, and author of Secrets of the Craft (see Ed Shardlow's discussion of his importance here), the name Alexander Hughson Murdock. Taking that as a pointer to Maureen Murdock and her groundbreaking The Heroine's Journey: Woman's Quest for Wholeness, we're obliged, I think, to look at the stages Dr Murdock assigns to this transformative odyssey.Last, that look reveals a stage that Iris, Bower, or both neglect, namely, ‘Initiation and Descent to the Goddess' after ‘Awakening to Feelings of Spiritual Aridity/Death.' Iris following Bower looks for a ‘Dark Night of the Soul' and attendant “descent into the underworld,” which she ties to Robin's being buried alive at the UHC's Chapman Farm in Running Grave. She argues that after this experience “two key stages remain in the Aletis Journey: Self discovery and integration—where she fully embraces her skills and authenticity—and the Establishment of a new home, where she builds a life that reflects her true self and her desires.”A Murdock reading, in contrast, suggests that Robin's descent into hell has not yet begun or is not yet over.Heroine Journey's Cycle image source; Maureen Murdock image sourceMurdock's ten stage Heroine's Journey looks like this per HeroineJourneys.com with my notes in [Brackets}:* HEROINE SEPARATES FROM THE FEMININE. The “feminine” is often a mother/mentor figure or a societally prescribed feminine/marginalized/outsider role. [Robin's decision to pursue her vocation to be a private detective despite her fiancee's and family's disapproval, especially Linda's]* IDENTIFICATION WITH THE MASCULINE & GATHERING OF ALLIES. The heroine embraces a new way of life. This often involves choosing a path that is different than the heroine's prescribed societal role, gearing up to “fight” an organization/role/group that is limiting the heroine's life options, or entering some masculine/dominant-identity defined sphere. [Her move from secretary to detective to partner at the Agency]* ROAD/TRIALS AND MEETING OGRES & DRAGONS. The heroine encounters trials and meets people who try to dissuade the heroine from pursuing their chosen path, or who try to destroy the heroine. [Insert list here of those who try to convince Robin to leave the Agency or to kill her.]* EXPERIENCING THE BOON OF SUCCESS. The heroine overcomes the obstacles in their way. (This is typically where the hero's journey ends.) [Partner status and respect of Strike and the Met as a First Tier detective]* HEROINE AWAKENS TO FEELINGS OF SPIRITUAL ARIDITY/DEATH. The heroine's new way of life (attempting the masculine/dominant identity) is too limited. Their success in this new way of life is either temporary, illusory, shallow, or requires a betrayal of self over time. [Robin's growing awareness that her vocation as a detective is in an undefined but certain way in conflict with her life as a woman and the roles of wife, daughter, and mother]* INITIATION & DESCENT TO THE GODDESS. The heroine faces a crisis of some sort in which the new way of life is insufficient, and the heroine falls into despair. All of the masculine/dominant-group strategies have failed them. [Strike 9! Robin breaks down but conferring with the Goddess-Crone, her Jungian psychoanalyst, she learns how imbalanced her life has become; she makes decisions a la those of Psyche in Hades per the Crone's instructions]* HEROINE URGENTLY YEARNS TO RECONNECT WITH THE FEMININE. The heroine wants to, but is unable to return to their initial limited state/position. [Ditto]* HEROINE HEALS THE MOTHER/DAUGHTER SPLIT. The heroine reclaims some of their initial values, skills, or attributes (or those of others like them) but now views these traits from a new perspective. [I suspect this healing will be akin to Strike's Chapel ‘conversation' with the late Charlotte Campbell; for reasons to be discussed, I think Linda Ellacott dies in Strike 9 which precipitates Robin's mental crisis]* HEROINE HEALS THE WOUNDED MASCULINE WITHIN. The heroine makes peace with the “masculine” approach to the world as it applies to them. [Strikes 9 and 10]* HEROINE INTEGRATES THE MASCULINE & FEMININE. In order to face the world/future with a new understanding of themselves and the world/life, the heroine integrates the “masculine” and “feminine” qualities/perspectives. This permits the heroine to see through binaries and to interact with a complex world that includes the heroine but is also larger than their personal lifetime or their geographical/cultural milieu. [The Alchemical Hermaphrodite or Rebis, Strike 10]I think there are two more Golden Threads to be explored in Rowling's work that are rooted in Tutshill's Church Cottage and Rowling's life there, both of which I began to pull in the conversation with Nick above, namely, the Nightmare Upstairs Room and the Neglected Dead Mother. But those will have to wait for another day!Hats off in salute to Iris T. M. for her work with Robin's ‘Heroine's Journey' (and Strike's in TRL Issue #100)! Writing as she was before Hallmarked Man and not being familiar with Rowling's Shed tools and how they work together, she still revealed the psychological template Rowling is deliberately following, it seems, if the Murdoch name drop is any indication.The Hidden Hold of Horrors, then, is an especially rich Lake-Shed-and-Golden-Thread story point in Rowling's work. Stay tuned for more of the same with respect to Mums and Upstairs Nightmares!The Ten Questions with Notes and Links1. Good day, Nick! What can you tell me about the trap door basement in Rowling's childhood home, Church Cottage in Tutshill?* The Hidden Cellar Beneath J. K. Rowling's Childhood Home2. So, it's bigger than I once thought. Are you asking for the reasons I think you're asking?* Golden Thread discussion above3. So, yes, that Ironbridge cellar and my recent revisits to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone with its gauntlet run beneath a trapdoor, made me wonder: is the nightmare basement a Rowling Golden Thread? It's not as if all of them have been identified; you just came up with the Crimson Golden Thread this year --* See here, here, and here for that.4. How many Golden Threads have we discussed, John? Why do we care again?* Golden Thread 1: Kanreki (Bad Dad, Writing about Writing, Violence against Women, the Evils of Fleet Street, Mother Love, Ghosts, Pregnancy Traps, the Lost Child with Grieving Steward)* Golden Thread 2: Kanreki (Evil Government, Occult tropes, the Embedded Author, the Search for the Real, Embedded Texts, and Shadow Doppelgangers)* Lost Child Golden Thread: Kanreki Finale* See Golden Thread discussion above.5. So it's a Big Deal, really. Care to join me in reviewing Rowling's work to see what's lurking in her basements? (Harry Potter back and forth)* Rowling Golden Thread: The Hidden ‘Hold of Horrors Downstairs, Beneath the Trap Door6. How about the Stand-Alones, John: Casual Vacancy, the Ickabog, The Christmas Pig? And the collaboration exercises, Cursed Child and Fantastic Beasts (back and forth)* Rowling Golden Thread: The Hidden ‘Hold of Horrors Downstairs, Beneath the Trap Door7. And Cormoran Strike? (back and forth)* Rowling Golden Thread: The Hidden ‘Hold of Horrors Downstairs, Beneath the Trap Door* Nick: “And the Dell, of course, in Lethal White's Chiswell House, where the remains of the Shetland pony are dug up in the pink blanket.”8. Okay, that was fun -- and we have sufficient evidence to say that Rowling thinks of the spaces downstairs as wet, scary, even horrible. So what? Tell me this isn't just a Lake inspiration bit; what is this very deliberate artist choosing to do with the basement image? Do we have any bibliographic pointers?* Discussion Above in text.9. What about the psychological piece here? Rowling has said she'd have been a psychologist if the writing gig hadn't worked out. Is her ‘underground' piece of Harry's Journey everywhere our moving into the subconscious of depth psychology?* Joseph Campbell ‘Hero's Journey,' Joyce scholar, Jung disciple, monomyth advocate – myth not only historical but important as individual psychological template;* Maureen Murdock ‘Heroine's Journey,' Jungian psychotherapist, writing for therapiss and patients not writers on Campbell model, “Initiation and Descent to the Goddess”* Victoria Lynn Schmidt ‘Heroine's Journey for Writers'* Iris T. M: The Heroine's Journeys of Robin Ellacott (TRL #99) and of Cormoran Strike (TRL #100)10. Do you think we'll be going underground in the last two Cormoran Strike novels? * YES, we will!Hogwarts Professor is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

“No, I'm not drunk… I haven't been drinking with these boys. This is just how I talk now!” Greek comedian Katerina Vrana joins Ouzo Talk for a hilarious and deeply candid conversation about the life-changing illness that nearly killed her, and the unlikely place where it all happened: Malacca, Malaysia. From the aftermath of her illness and adapting to life with a disability, to comedy, Greece, identity and finding humour in the unexpected, Katerina brings unrelenting honesty and wit to the Distillery. And, as she quickly discovers, by her own admission her speech fits right in with two blokes who have had a few ouzos themselves. It's a funny, moving and unforgettable conversation with one of Greece's most unique comedic voices.Huge thanks to the Greek Consulate in Sydney for helping to make this episode happen, and to The Greek Providore for their continued support!Send us Fan MailSupport the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

What if your body isn't broken — it's trying to tell you something?In this episode of Grief 2 Growth, Brian sits down with Dr. Karyn Shanks, a physician who spent over 40 years learning what medical school never taught her — including from her own chronic illness journey. Together, they explore why grief and trauma get physically stored in the body, why our medical system struggles to treat chronic illness, and why feeling truly seen may matter more to healing than any prescription.About Dr. Karyn Shanks: Karyn Shanks, MD is a physician-healer-teacher-writer based in Iowa City, board-certified in Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine. After her own decades-long journey through Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and Lyme encephalitis, she founded the Unbroken Academy and developed a framework built on epigenetics, neuroplasticity, systems-based functional medicine, and transformational psychology. She's trained in Dr. Gabor Maté's Compassionate Inquiry, and is the author of UnBroken: Reclaim Your Wholeness and HEAL: A Nine-Stage Roadmap to Recover Energy.

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Is this an NDE? You Decide...What if you spent eight and a half years trapped inside a body you no longer recognized—and then, in a moment when doctors thought you were gone, something brought you back? Elena's story begins with a devastating head injury, years of unexplained symptoms, and a family desperately searching for answers. Then, during a medical crisis, everything suddenly changes. After an unexpected response to treatment, Elena begins remembering things she hadn't been able to remember in years—and tells her daughter about an experience that she insists was not a dream.During her NDE, she heard thunder. She found herself in complete darkness. Then a voice spoke to her, telling her, “I am your Father,” and promising to wake her up. What happened next left Elena convinced she had encountered God—and that she had been given another chance for a reason. Was it an NDE, a dream, a neurological event, or something far more mysterious? In this unforgettable episode, Ricky and Elena share a deeply personal Near Death Experience, the strange details surrounding it, and the remarkable journey that followed. It's an NDE Experience that raises some big questions about consciousness, faith, miracles, and what might happen when we reach the edge of life.VIDEO version now available on Apple Podcasts and YouTubeRoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Rikki Jo Neyer: https://www.rikkineyer.com/

What if the people we love continue to send us signs after death? Portia shares extraordinary stories of grief, near-death experiences, synchronicity, signs from loved ones, and the miraculous transformation that followed her mother's death.What If Grief Is Not the End of the Story?What if losing someone you love could somehow become the beginning of a profound transformation?In this deeply moving episode, Portia the Producer, a grief awareness advocate, media professional, storyteller, and mental health advocate, shares extraordinary stories about grief, death, signs from loved ones, synchronicity, near-death experiences, family, and spiritual transformation.And then there is the story of what happened when her mother died.Portia was sitting beside her mother during her final moments, witnessing something that few of us ever get the opportunity to see so closely: the transition from life to death. She recorded their final conversation because something inside her told her she would want to remember it.Her mother's final message?“Go for it.”Portia's Extraordinary Story of Her Mother's DeathOne of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Portia's description of being present when her mother took her final breath.She describes watching the room change in the instant her mother's heart stopped and experiencing what she understood as her mother's spirit waving goodbye and blowing her a kiss.Rather than dismissing the experience, Portia allowed herself to remain curious about what it might mean.She had asked her mother for a sign that she was okay.Three days later, a monarch butterfly began circling in Portia's yard.For Portia, it felt like an unmistakable message.And that experience became part of a much larger journey through grief, spirituality, synchronicity, signs from the deceased, and personal transformation.A Near-Death Experience on an Oklahoma HighwayPortia also shares the terrifying story of a near-death experience while driving in Oklahoma.Traveling at approximately 70 miles per hour, the back tire of her rental car suddenly blew out and the back bumper flew off.She managed to get the vehicle safely off the highway.Then, while sitting there shaken and overwhelmed, she looked up.A blue heron was circling above her.Portia experienced the bird as a powerful reassurance: I see you. I got you.A police officer who witnessed what happened told her how much worse the accident could have been.But the story didn't end there. And guess what? You'll just have to listen to hear the rest of the story!What Strong Women Taught Portia About Life!Portia also takes us into the remarkable household in which she was raised.She grew up surrounded by generations of strong women, including her great-grandmother, who was born in 1915.Her great-grandmother didn't have a conventional education by today's standards, but she understood something Portia considers far more important:She understood people.Through watching her great-grandmother interact with others, Portia learned about hospitality, storytelling, business, relationships, and bringing people together.Those lessons ultimately helped shape her entrepreneurial life and her understanding of the power of human connection.But being raised around strong, independent women also came with another lesson: Portia learned that she was supposed to be strong all the time.Eventually, she had to learn something very different.It's okay to ask for help.It's okay to be vulnerable.It's okay to let someone love you and help you. And this, too, is a lesson I have had to learn. It is a hard one, but oh so necessary!Meet Portia the ProducerPortia brings together media, storytelling, grief awareness, mental health advocacy, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation in a career that has taken her through many different chapters.She is also the executive producer and host of Groove with Portia, where she continues to explore stories, people, culture, and the experiences that connect us.But perhaps the most powerful thing Portia brings to this conversation isn't a particular job title.It's her conviction that our experiences can become gifts when we are willing to share them with other people.Her stories remind us to notice the synchronicities.To pay attention to the unexpected.To allow ourselves to receive help.To remain open to mystery.And, perhaps most importantly, to keep going.Because sometimes what looks like the end of one life chapter is actually the beginning of another.And thank goodness for that!Listen to the Full Episode My Friends!If you've ever experienced a strange coincidence after someone died, wondered whether a loved one was sending you a sign, struggled to find meaning after loss, or simply felt that there might be more mystery in this world than we can explain, this conversation with Portia is one you'll want to hear.Listen to Portia's extraordinary stories of grief, synchronicity, near-death experience, signs from loved ones, family, healing, and transformation—and see what happens when you remain open to the possibility that the world is communicating with you. And guess what? The world's only going to get even more exciting!If you want to hear more stories like this, stories of connection and love and that liminal space between death and life, you'll want to click on the links below!Diana Divine shares a story of being saved! The voice that spoke in her ear one day was insistent-she needed to leave the bus stop, or something bad would happen. What happened next allowed Diana to understand this world is a very intentional and alive place! Listen to "The Voice That Warned Her And Saved Her Life" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.Salaam Green shares her story about being on a Southern plantation and witnessing something she would never forget! Listen to "The Woman In The Yellow Apron, Paranormal Plantations!" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.And then, for the animal lovers, Catherine shares a charming and spooky story of what she witnessed one day...and the veil is indeed thin, in her life! Listen to "Ghosts Playing With Cats, the Purr-fect Episode For Your Weekend!" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.And what, you may ask, about my most splendid guest, Portia? Well, here are the links below!Listen to "Groove With Portia" on Apple Podcasts HERE.Here is a link to her Facebook, as well as her YouTube!And then, her decidedly cool Insta! And finally, her incredible audiobook, "Finding Grace within Grief: Her Transition...My Transformation," can be listened to right here!Don't forget to rate and review the pod, Byte Sized Blessings, because you LOVE IT, you know you do!Please and thank you and thank you and thank you!If you want to see what I'm up to: here is my website, Byte Sized BlessingsAs well as my Insta, and my YouTube, which is woefully behind!And now for your bit of beauty...this beautiful video about keening in Ireland and northern climes, "Keening | Six authentic recordings from Ireland and Scotland (1955-1965)" shared with us by The Folk Revival Project. Keening is so ancient and essential...this video is a powerful testament to those who express grief in this way, as well as the bringing together of community and the connection that results.

What if the people we love continue to send us signs after death? Portia shares extraordinary stories of grief, near-death experiences, synchronicity, signs from loved ones, and the miraculous transformation that followed her mother's death.What If Grief Is Not the End of the Story?What if losing someone you love could somehow become the beginning of a profound transformation?In this deeply moving episode, Portia the Producer, a grief awareness advocate, media professional, storyteller, and mental health advocate, shares extraordinary stories about grief, death, signs from loved ones, synchronicity, near-death experiences, family, and spiritual transformation.And then there is the story of what happened when her mother died.Portia was sitting beside her mother during her final moments, witnessing something that few of us ever get the opportunity to see so closely: the transition from life to death. She recorded their final conversation because something inside her told her she would want to remember it.Her mother's final message?“Go for it.”Portia's Extraordinary Story of Her Mother's DeathOne of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Portia's description of being present when her mother took her final breath.She describes watching the room change in the instant her mother's heart stopped and experiencing what she understood as her mother's spirit waving goodbye and blowing her a kiss.Rather than dismissing the experience, Portia allowed herself to remain curious about what it might mean.She had asked her mother for a sign that she was okay.Three days later, a monarch butterfly began circling in Portia's yard.For Portia, it felt like an unmistakable message.And that experience became part of a much larger journey through grief, spirituality, synchronicity, signs from the deceased, and personal transformation.A Near-Death Experience on an Oklahoma HighwayPortia also shares the terrifying story of a near-death experience while driving in Oklahoma.Traveling at approximately 70 miles per hour, the back tire of her rental car suddenly blew out and the back bumper flew off.She managed to get the vehicle safely off the highway.Then, while sitting there shaken and overwhelmed, she looked up.A blue heron was circling above her.Portia experienced the bird as a powerful reassurance: I see you. I got you.A police officer who witnessed what happened told her how much worse the accident could have been.But the story didn't end there. And guess what? You'll just have to listen to hear the rest of the story!What Strong Women Taught Portia About Life!Portia also takes us into the remarkable household in which she was raised.She grew up surrounded by generations of strong women, including her great-grandmother, who was born in 1915.Her great-grandmother didn't have a conventional education by today's standards, but she understood something Portia considers far more important:She understood people.Through watching her great-grandmother interact with others, Portia learned about hospitality, storytelling, business, relationships, and bringing people together.Those lessons ultimately helped shape her entrepreneurial life and her understanding of the power of human connection.But being raised around strong, independent women also came with another lesson: Portia learned that she was supposed to be strong all the time.Eventually, she had to learn something very different.It's okay to ask for help.It's okay to be vulnerable.It's okay to let someone love you and help you. And this, too, is a lesson I have had to learn. It is a hard one, but oh so necessary!Meet Portia the ProducerPortia brings together media, storytelling, grief awareness, mental health advocacy, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation in a career that has taken her through many different chapters.She is also the executive producer and host of Groove with Portia, where she continues to explore stories, people, culture, and the experiences that connect us.But perhaps the most powerful thing Portia brings to this conversation isn't a particular job title.It's her conviction that our experiences can become gifts when we are willing to share them with other people.Her stories remind us to notice the synchronicities.To pay attention to the unexpected.To allow ourselves to receive help.To remain open to mystery.And, perhaps most importantly, to keep going.Because sometimes what looks like the end of one life chapter is actually the beginning of another.And thank goodness for that!Listen to the Full Episode My Friends!If you've ever experienced a strange coincidence after someone died, wondered whether a loved one was sending you a sign, struggled to find meaning after loss, or simply felt that there might be more mystery in this world than we can explain, this conversation with Portia is one you'll want to hear.Listen to Portia's extraordinary stories of grief, synchronicity, near-death experience, signs from loved ones, family, healing, and transformation—and see what happens when you remain open to the possibility that the world is communicating with you. And guess what? The world's only going to get even more exciting!If you want to hear more stories like this, stories of connection and love and that liminal space between death and life, you'll want to click on the links below!Diana Divine shares a story of being saved! The voice that spoke in her ear one day was insistent-she needed to leave the bus stop, or something bad would happen. What happened next allowed Diana to understand this world is a very intentional and alive place! Listen to "The Voice That Warned Her And Saved Her Life" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.Salaam Green shares her story about being on a Southern plantation and witnessing something she would never forget! Listen to "The Woman In The Yellow Apron, Paranormal Plantations!" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.And then, for the animal lovers, Catherine shares a charming and spooky story of what she witnessed one day...and the veil is indeed thin, in her life! Listen to "Ghosts Playing With Cats, the Purr-fect Episode For Your Weekend!" on Apple HERE and Spotify HERE.And what, you may ask, about my most splendid guest, Portia? Well, here are the links below!Listen to "Groove With Portia" on Apple Podcasts HERE.Here is a link to her Facebook, as well as her YouTube!And then, her decidedly cool Insta! And finally, her incredible audiobook, "Finding Grace within Grief: Her Transition...My Transformation," can be listened to right here!Don't forget to rate and review the pod, Byte Sized Blessings, because you LOVE IT, you know you do!Please and thank you and thank you and thank you!If you want to see what I'm up to: here is my website, Byte Sized BlessingsAs well as my Insta, and my YouTube, which is woefully behind!And now for your bit of beauty...this beautiful video about keening in Ireland and northern climes, "Keening | Six authentic recordings from Ireland and Scotland (1955-1965)" shared with us by The Folk Revival Project. Keening is so ancient and essential...this video is a powerful testament to those who express grief in this way, as well as the bringing together of community and the connection that results.

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What Is Consciousness? Near-Death Experiences, Neuroscience, Frequency & Exploring What Lies Beyond the Brain | MasatiWhat exactly is consciousness, and is it something that exists beyond the physical brain?In this episode of Psynautical, I sit down with Masati for a fascinating conversation exploring consciousness, near-death experiences, neuroscience, frequency, Xponential Intelligence, and our understanding of reality.Masati has experienced multiple near-death experiences that he says profoundly changed his understanding of consciousness, human potential, time, space, and the nature of reality. His experiences eventually led him to develop what he calls Xponential Intelligence (XI), a framework centered around consciousness, frequencies, and human transformation.We dive into what happened during his near-death experiences and how those experiences influenced the way he sees consciousness. We also explore the relationship between science and spirituality, including where concepts such as neuroscience, quantum physics, frequency, and what Masati describes as our personal “blueprint” intersect.But rather than simply accepting extraordinary claims at face value, we also discuss the importance of questioning, skepticism, and trying to understand these experiences through different perspectives.In this conversation, we explore:• What consciousness actually is and whether it is limited to the brain• Masati's multiple near-death experiences and how they changed his perspective• What he experienced during those encounters with death• The relationship between near-death experiences and expanded consciousness• How neuroscience may help us understand consciousness and subjective experience• Xponential Intelligence and the ideas behind it• Frequency, energy, and Masati's concept of our personal blueprint• The relationship between consciousness, time, and space• Science, spirituality, and where the two may intersect• How to remain curious and open-minded while still asking difficult questions• Whether extraordinary experiences can teach us something about human potential• Practical ways we can become more conscious and aware in our everyday livesWhether you're interested in near-death experiences, consciousness, neuroscience, spirituality, or simply the deeper questions surrounding what it means to be human, this conversation offers plenty to think about.Connect with Masati and learn more about his work:

The Great Spiritual Awakening is happening now! More and more people around the world are having spiritual awakenings, propelled by Near-Death Experiences, Kundalini Awakenings, intense meditation, spiritual renewal events, and other Spiritually Transformative Experiences (STEs). But what happens next – after the Awakening? Is there a roadmap to guide us on the spiritual path toward our goal of self-realization? Dr. Yvonne Kason shares a beautiful roadmap, “Purifying the Heart”, to guide us through the fascinating stages of our spiritual awakening journey: from a Spiritual Seeker to Spiritual Server, Spiritual Warrior, to Devotee, and then to an Adept. Using her own STEs as examples, she shares the key focuses and spiritual learning tasks at each stage, and how to speed up your progress. Based on her own awakening journey and 40 years of STE research, Dr. Kason concludes that the ultimate goal for us all is self-realization—God-Communion—with continuous expanded mystical consciousness.

The Great Spiritual Awakening is happening now! More and more people around the world are having spiritual awakenings, propelled by Near-Death Experiences, Kundalini Awakenings, intense meditation, spiritual renewal events, and other Spiritually Transformative Experiences (STEs). But what happens next – after the Awakening? Is there a roadmap to guide us on the spiritual path toward our goal of self-realization? Dr. Yvonne Kason shares a beautiful roadmap, “Purifying the Heart”, to guide us through the fascinating stages of our spiritual awakening journey: from a Spiritual Seeker to Spiritual Server, Spiritual Warrior, to Devotee, and then to an Adept. Using her own STEs as examples, she shares the key focuses and spiritual learning tasks at each stage, and how to speed up your progress. Based on her own awakening journey and 40 years of STE research, Dr. Kason concludes that the ultimate goal for us all is self-realization—God-Communion—with continuous expanded mystical consciousness.

I discuss the impacts of negative energy, who benefits from the bummer vibes you're expressing, plus the war in heaven. No biggie.

Lack of clarity is a checkpoint problem. You've built something real. The business. The family. The reputation. By every measure that matters, you're winning. But lately something's off. You're moving fast…maybe faster than ever…but you can't shake the feeling that you're drifting. Not failing. Not lazy. Just…off. The truth is, clarity isn't something you find once and carry forever. It's a daily checkpoint. And the moment you stop returning to it, you start leading your life on autopilot without even knowing it. In this episode of Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™, J.R. sits down with Becoming Ready to Die author, Bubba Herrick. Bubba flatlined on an operating table at 19 years old during what was supposed to be a routine surgery, and came back with a conviction most men spend a lifetime chasing. This is a raw, practical, and faith-rooted conversation about clarity, control, surrender, and what it truly means to live fully alive. In this episode, you'll hear: How to access life-changing clarity without a crisis to trigger it The most underrated performance question you're not asking yourself daily Why flow state and spiritual surrender are more connected than you think Why your high-achiever wiring may be blocking your highest performance Why "control the controllables" is a myth and what to do instead What it actually takes to rebuild your identity when life forces a transition Why becoming ready to die is the daily pursuit that unlocks unshakable confidence KEY QUOTES "I was given a second chance at life and I made a commitment to myself that the next time I died, I was going to be ready for it." - Bubba Herrick "You have to be able to understand that there is some other greater factor at play. And that requires some type of faith, I think a deep faith, in that once you let go, God, or whatever you believe in, will be there to catch you." - Bubba Herrick "It's okay to take risks and face fear, even though people are going to judge you and it might not make sense to you. And ultimately have so much faith that you become unshakably unmovable amidst all of your pursuits." - Bubba Herrick CONNECT WITH BUBBA IG: @bubbaherrickauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bubba-herrick-8478831a4/ Website: bubbaherrick.com NEXT STEPS Listen to the full episode: https://jamesreid.com/herrick-cuc Want to bring your best home more consistently? Take the Invisible Four™ Assessment and uncover what's quietly blocking you: https://jamesreid.com/assessment Follow J.R. on Social (@jamesJRreid): Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | X | YouTube Visit J.R.'s website: https://jamesreid.com RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review. We'd love it if you could drop a review or 5-star rating! Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often. SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests! Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

“Death is nothing to fear.”Josh, known online as Everyone's Brother, says his understanding of life, God and identity changed after surviving multiple medical crises and near death experiences.In this Earth Xperiences conversation, Josh shares what he remembers from being outside of his body, what he describes as an encounter with God, and how those experiences challenged the Christianity he grew up with.We talk about what happened when he returned to life without many of his memories, his struggle with alcohol, rebuilding his identity, spirituality, intuition, fasting, love, good and evil, forgiveness, surrender and the beliefs we inherit from other people.Josh also shares why he believes losing the person he used to be eventually gave him permission to create someone new.This conversation does not ask you to accept Josh's interpretation of what happened to him. It creates space to hear his experience and examine what it brings up in your own understanding of life, death, faith and being human.As you listen, consider:What would happen to your beliefs if you experienced something you could not explain?How much of your understanding of God came from personal experience and how much was inherited?If you lost the identity you spent your life building, who would you become next?What is a belief about yourself that you eventually realized came from somebody else?Can compassion have more power than judgment?And if death were no longer something you feared, would it change the way you lived?Josh shares more of his work as Everyone's Brother through Instagram, YouTube, Substack and his Bringing Death to Life community.BOUT THE GUESTJosh is a guitar tech, dog trainer and rehabilitator who shares his work online as Everyone's Brother. After surviving multiple medical emergencies and near death experiences, he began speaking publicly about death, identity, spirituality, healing and his understanding of God.He also created Bringing Death to Life, a community focused on letting go of old identities and exploring personal transformation.Connect with Josh:Instagram: @everyonez.brotherYouTube: Everyone's BrotherSubstack: Everyone's BrotherCommunity: Bringing Death to LifeEarth Xperiences is a collection of conversations exploring beliefs, experiences, perspectives and the complicated process of being human.

What happens when the person you used to be doesn't exist anymore — not because they died, but because a diagnosis, a surgery, or a health crisis rewrote who you are? In this episode, Loni Fagel joins me to talk about a grief almost nobody names: the grief of losing yourself while you're still here.Loni knows this from both sides of the therapy room. A genetic cancer mutation, a mysterious chronic illness, and a health crisis that landed her at Mayo Clinic didn't just interrupt her graduate studies in psychology — they became the reason she does this work at all. We talk about her "D-Day" framework for naming the moment a diagnosis changes everything, why medical trauma is as much about what comes after the event as the event itself, and why people are so often invalidated by the very doctors meant to help them.We also get into some of the tools Loni uses with clients: externalizing an illness by giving it its own name, expressive arts as a way to process what words can't touch, and why "post-traumatic growth" doesn't mean pretending the hard part didn't happen.About Loni Fagel Loni Fagel is a licensed professional clinical counselor, EMDRIA-approved consultant, expressive arts therapist, children's book author, and international speaker specializing in medical trauma, grief, and identity loss. Her work is shaped by her own experience with a genetic cancer mutation and a health crisis that upended her life and career.Website: lonifagel.comInstagram/social: @loni_fagelLinkedIn: search Loni FagelIn this episode, we cover:Why illness and diagnosis create a real, nameable griefThe "D-Day" framework for marking when everything changedWhy medical trauma isn't about the event — it's about everything afterLearning to advocate for yourself when doctors dismiss your symptomsGrieving a double mastectomy and genetic cancer riskInvisible illness and the cruelty of judging what you can't seeNaming your illness to protect your identity ("is this you, or is this Patricia?")Making meaning without needing to believe "everything happens for a reason"Finding the glimmers of light in the middle of a health crisisWe want to hear from you: Have you ever grieved a version of yourself you didn't expect to lose? What resonated most with you in this conversation? Drop a comment — we read every one.Continue the conversation at grief2growth.substack.com.You've been listening. You're doing the work. But there's still this feeling that you're circling the same place.Maybe you've thought about working with me one-on-one. Maybe something's held you back. I get that. And I want you to know there's still a place for you.All of it, pay what you want. You decide what it's worth. Nobody gets turned away because of money.https://grief2g Want to go deeper? My Substack is where I share solo essays on grief, consciousness, and continuing bonds — thoughts that don't always make it into the podcast. It's also home to a community of listeners who get it, because they're living it too. Free to subscribe. Find it at substack.com/grief2growth. I've been studying Near Death Experiences for many years now. I am 100% convinced they are real. In this short, free ebook, I not only explain why I believe NDEs are real, I share some of the universal secrets brought back by people who have had them.https://www.grief2growth.com/ndelessonsSupport the show

Today's guest is Gaylen Wilson, a heart transplant survivor, 20-years-sober former alcoholic, relationship author, erectile dysfunction advocate, Certified Thriving Relationship Coach, and co-founder of The Monument Method Institute with his wife, Heather. His life has been shaped by repeated reinvention—from farm and career failures to alcoholism, sobriety, financial hardship, and rebuilding professionally. In 2014, a virus left him in end-stage heart failure, forcing Gaylen and Heather to endure years of hospital stays, uncertainty, disability, financial pressure, and lost intimacy. On June 19, 2018, shortly after telling Heather he likely had only months to live, Gaylen received the call that a donor heart was available. After his transplant, Gaylen devoted himself to helping others make the most of the years they are given. For more than five years, he supported approximately 60,000 men and partners in two major erectile dysfunction communities, witnessing how ED can affect mental health, identity, intimacy, and relationships. Those experiences inspired The Monument Method, a relationship system focused on emotional safety, conflict repair, intimacy, accountability, and protecting the bond under pressure. Gaylen and Heather are also developing MVP—Monument Validated Person—a relationship-readiness dating platform designed to help people prepare for healthier relationships. His mission is to help people build relationships strong enough that no one has to face life alone. Links https://www.monumentmethodinstitute.com/ Monument Hearts Trailer on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GmXFnX/ Monument Method Trailer on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GmATNK/ ED Trilogy on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8GWBKDj/ Timestamps [00:00] - Intro to Gaylen Wilson's extraordinary reinvention story [02:02] - From farm life to stockbroker and the collapse that changed everything [03:39] - Alcoholism, emotional shock, and not having the tools to cope [04:14] - Finding sobriety through Rational Recovery [04:44] - Consulting work, 9/11, and another career setback [05:42] - Meeting Heather and rebuilding after divorce [06:10] - Traveling to all 48 contiguous states for field service work [06:48] - A virus, heart failure, and years of declining health [07:44] - Heather's commitment through his illness [08:14] - The call for a donor heart and the race to the hospital [09:03] - Transplant day and the “Ferrari engine in an old Ford pickup” metaphor [09:34] - Why the transplant became a mission to help others [09:58] - Hold Me Tight, attachment theory, and the science behind conflict [11:36] - Creating the Monument Method as an emergency break for fights [12:36] - Why the relationship must matter more than ego [13:03] - Using touch and eye contact to reset fight or flight [14:12] - Marriage as a refuge, not another source of stress [15:32] - Parenting, attachment issues, and the need for real connection [16:36] - Why being an entrepreneur is easier with a soulmate partner [17:23] - Lessons from traveling in a Prius and learning to apologize fast [18:09] - What drives him now and what keeps him grounded [18:58] - The most important thing to carry with you in life [19:44] - What the transplant changed about his outlook on mortality and time If you're enjoying Entrepreneur's Enigma, please give me a review on the podcast directory of your choice. The show is on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser TrueFans: https://gmwd.us/truefans Also, if you're getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. → https://ko-fi.com/entrepreneursenigma Support me on TrueFans.fm → https://gmwd.us/truefans. Support The Show & Get Merch: https://shop.entrepreneursenigma.com Follow Seth Online: Instagram: https://instagram.com/s3th.me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethmgoldstein/ Seth On Mastodon: https://indieweb.social/@phillycodehound The Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Host/Producer/Booker: Seth Goldstein of Goldstein Media LLCPodcast Network: Marketing Podcast NetworkAI Disclosure: The only thing that is AI generated is the intro voice guy and any long transcripts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're not blowing our whistles anymore, but if we were we would do it about thong underwear. Susie used to swear up and down that they were her preferred cut, but now she says that wasn't true. And she has a way to find out whether you think they're the most comfortable underwear as well. We discuss the problem with American bananas, and why a monocrop could lead to losing them altogether. Susie explains why produce can't compete with junk food. Sarah describes a study where people have to name the things they would give up to live ten years longer, and why Susie would be happy to give up any of them.00:00 - From Thongs to Boxers: The Quest for Underwear Comfort09:02 - Achieving Long, Luscious Hair with Nutrafol Supplements11:38 - Calling the Police: A Bystander's Dilemma and No Closure18:26 - Disneyland Paris: When a Ride Breaks Down and You Walk Off26:38 - The Looming Threat to Bananas: Monocrops and Fungus32:26 - The Inconsistency of Produce vs. The Reliability of Junk Food34:06 - The Undeniable Benefits of Therapy for Personal Growth37:44 - What Americans Would Give Up for 10 Extra Years of LifeBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/braincandyGet $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you visit https://nutrafol.com and enter promo code BRAINCANDYTDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rickey visited heaven & hell, then "God raised me up and gave me a second chance."Grammy-connected producer Rickey "Slikk Muzik" Offord — the sound behind Janet Jackson, J.Lo, Ariana Grande, and Kanye West — has a story he doesn't often tell. His NDE experience began ten years ago, whe was pronounced dead for 45 minutes. His heart stopped. Doctors cut his clothes and worked on his body while he watched from somewhere else entirely, wrapped in a peace he says defies description. He crossed into a place with an endless line, a gate he instinctively knew not to pass, and a presence he never saw but undeniably felt.But that's only half of what happened in his Near Death Experience. Ricky also went somewhere darker — a fire-and-brimstone reckoning, a disorienting void where nothing and everything existed at once. On this episode of Round Trip Death, he walks host Eric Bennett through both sides of his NDE: the heaven, the hell, and the lessons buried in each. It's a haunting, deeply personal account of what waits on the other side — and why he believes he was sent back to tell it.VIDEO version now available on Apple Podcasts and YouTubeRoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Rickey: https://www.instagram.com/slikkmuzik/?hl=en

It is common to believe that when we die, we cease to exist. Yet some people who have come close to death, or who have been revived following a clinical death, have reported intensely lucid and profound experiences, known as near-death experiences. Near-death experiences, or what are called NDEs, raise the possibility that personal consciousness […] The post The Mystery Science Can't Explain — Near-Death Experiences first appeared on Academy of Ideas.

What if the "guardian angel" you've prayed to and the "spirit guide" you've been told to fear are the exact same presence, just described through a different lens?In this episode, Brian sits down with Michael McAdams — a man raised in a family soaked in Pentecostal conviction who discovered he had the gift of psychometry, the ability to receive information simply by holding an object. Michael shares the story of his mother, Wilma Jean Jones, a devout Christian who sat down at her typewriter in 1977 and began receiving dictated messages from what she called "spirit teachers." Those sessions continued for 22 years and became the book An Angel Told Me So.This conversation goes places you might not expect from two men raised in the church: the real story behind the money changers in the temple, why the Salem witch trials might have been genuine spiritual communication mistaken for evil, how the Urantia Book lines up with the Bible's account of Jesus, and why fear has been used for centuries to keep people from trusting their own spiritual experiences.About Michael McAdams Michael McAdams grew up in the Cincinnati area in a family steeped in Pentecostal faith — his uncle was a preacher who planted churches across three states, and his grandmother entered ministry convinced God spoke directly into her heart. Michael discovered his own gift of psychometry as a young man, and later helped his mother recognize and record the messages she was receiving from spirit teachers. He is the author of An Angel Told Me So and runs spiritspeaks.com, where he offers free preview messages from the upcoming second volume.

Today we're talking about the Death of a Pastor's Wife documentary, which, with it's religion, cyberstalking, and marital control themes, got us going down a dark path. We hear about the scammer, Daejon Love, who convinced 26 women he was the star player for the 49ers, and got them to give him $1.3M. We learn about "Baby Jessica's" recent run-in with the law, and while we don't condone her actions, we can see how someone could resent having their identity hinge on being infamous from their toddler years. We discuss a man who hiked Mt. Fuji with his 7yo, and after the boy started whining, he left him there with only a snack as he continued his hike for hours. We talk about the Lindsay Clancy trial, the conspiracy theories, and why her case is about the need for postpartum care, good therapy, and good doctors. We debate a recent conversation we had about how long one should keep their undies. And we find out what a 3,000 year old mummy smells like, and what scholars are doing to keep the smell alive.00:00 - Autumn Anticipation, Rocky Mountains, and Flea Infestation08:39 - Unpacking the Dark Truth of a Pastor's Wife20:24 - Love: Scamming Women as a Fake 49er29:36 - Baby Jessica's Infamy and Domestic Violence Arrest44:24 - 3000-Year-Old Mummy Smells and Underwear Debate53:24 - Join Our Patreon and Candy Club Book DiscussionsBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BRAINCANDY at https://www.oneskin.co/BRAINCANDY #oneskinpodHead to https://cozyearth.com and use our code BRAINCANDY for up to 20% off home and sleepwear.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this episode, Professor AG sits down with Laura Scarpati, host of The Woo Report, to talk about near-death experiences, intuition, signs from the universe, and what it really means to wake up. Laura shares the wild story of being run over by a car while 18 weeks pregnant and how the experience completely shifted the way she saw life, spirituality, and what exists beyond what we can see. The two dive into everything from out-of-body experiences and connecting with loved ones who have passed to ayahuasca, trusting your intuition, and learning to slow down enough to actually listen to the signs.-Listen to the Woo Report here-Follow @thewooreport -Follow Laura @laurascar_laMY APP IS HERE!!Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Laura's Spiritual Journey02:28 Laura's Near-Death Experience and Out-of-Body Hovering04:42 The Kundalini Awakening and Its Intensity06:41 Supporting Each Other Through Spiritual Experiences12:06 Birth, Healing, and Gratitude After Trauma20:40 Signs, Signs, Signs: Recognizing the Universe's Messages37:04 Plant Medicine and Ayahuasca Experiences41:29 Deepening Connection with Guides and Intuition50:02 Supporting Loved Ones and Co-Regulation in Relationships54:30 Tools for Connecting with Intuition DailyKeywords: Near-death experience, Kundalini awakening, Plant medicine, Intuition, Spiritual growth, Akashic Records, Ayahuasca, Out-of-body experiences, Trauma healing, Consciousness explorationWhat is AGU? After launching an energy work practice rooted in the Akashic Records, AG uncovered so much information that she needs the world to hear! It's her duty and personal mission to help people get in touch with their intuition and energetic gifts, and ultimately become the brightest and boldest version of themselves! This is your official acceptance letter: WELCOME TO AG UNIVERSITY! Daily somatic classes to regulate your nervous system.  Start your FREE trial today.AG's Energetic Protection CoursesAG's Book Club How To Read The Akashic Records CourseSign up for the newsletter if you are interested in doing a reading with Anna Grace, or learning more about her energy work practice. Sessions will ONLY become available here - her booking link will never be shared on any other platforms: Sign up hereIf you aren't already - you can connect with AG on Instagram and TikTok: @annagracenewell and @aguniversityapp 

Sarah wants people to stop with the obscure and niche wedding dress codes that make no sense. We learn about a study that showed how the brain scans of people can predict who they'll be friends with regardless of common interests and personality types. We hear about "local sleep," which allows you to "sleep" in tiny increments throughout the day when you are otherwise fully awake. Sarah explains how primates arrange playdates for their babies just like humans. And we relive the worst sushi experience of our lives.00:00 - Reliving Childhood Fashion Trends and Style Choices06:53 - The Absurdity of Niche Wedding Dress Code Demands17:20 - How Brain Scans Predict Future Friendships and Connections26:02 - A Delicious Dive into Olives and Dirty Martinis27:39 - Understanding Local Sleep and Brain's Need for Rest40:36 - Primates Arrange Playdates Just Like Human Parents45:00 - Why Bear Attacks Are on the Rise in Colorado51:20 - The Best Leftovers and Our Worst Sushi Experience01:04:48 - Episode Wrap-Up and How to Connect with Brain CandyBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:For 50% off your order, head to https://www.dailylook.com and use code BRAINCANDY Get 40% off your first order PLUS get a free item in every box for life when you go to https://www.hungryroot.com/braincandy and use code braincandyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at https://rocketmoney.com/braincandyTDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Susie watched the Boeing documentary, Freefall, which exposes the company's negligence that likely led to many of the recent airplane crashes, malfunctions, and fatalities. We learn about a Titanic-themed slide a family installed on their farm, which infuriated residents who thought it was insensitive. We debate whether making light of the tragedy is inappropriate or people are being overly sensitive. We learn the crazy reason clownfish lose all but one of their stripes as they age. We hear about a man paying a ton of money for a matchmaker, but has been on 40 first dates, and hasn't found Mrs. Right. We think we know why. In the middle of recording Susie receives dozens of texts about Dolly Parton's death, and we eulogize her on the fly. We learn what happens in the brain when we have an "aha moment." And we find out that humans are not the only animals who have pets.00:00 - Personal Updates, Exam Stress, and Comedy Show Mishaps11:27 - Unpacking Boeing's Negligence and Air Travel Anxiety20:29 - Is a Titanic-Themed Slide Insensitive or Harmless Fun?29:15 - Peer Pressure Makes Clownfish Lose Their Stripes34:09 - Why a $25,000 Matchmaker Client Stays Single44:30 - An Emotional Eulogy for Dolly Parton (False Alarm)49:25 - Exploring the Science Behind Our "Aha" Eureka Moments01:00:32 - The Evolutionary Enigma of Animals Keeping Pets01:08:17 - Reflecting on Cultural Grief and Saying FarewellBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:Head to https://airdoctor.com and use promo code CANDY to get UP TO $300 off today! TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Charles Liu (astrophysics professor and host of The LIUniverse podcast) joins Mayim Bialik's Breakdown to reveal the physics of consciousness, time, & the multiverse!We explore the biggest scientific mysteries humanity is facing today:- How scientists are beginning to take disclosure into their own hands to gather evidence that could actually prove the existence of nonhuman intelligence- Why information about nonhuman intelligence is being released in such a confusing and dramatic way, and whether governments are intentionally communicating this way- Why there's still no scientific proof Earth has been visited by nonhuman intelligence, but why there's nothing irrational about thinking seriously about aliens- Could AI ever become conscious? What would scientists actually need to observe before saying it has consciousness?- What consciousness really is, the different levels of consciousness, whether consciousness creates us or we create consciousness, and why understanding how the brain processes information from our five senses may be the key to solving it- What death actually is, what collective consciousness could imply, and whether nonspeaking autistic individuals may be accessing reality in fundamentally different ways- Similarities between near death experiences and DMT, including the mystery of ego death- Whether there's something beyond memory that connects us to our past- Why time may not be as linear as we experience it, and how our brains shape our perception of time- The Many Worlds theory, why multiple universes may mathematically exist, the new scientific frameworks researchers are developing, how entropy could unlock these ideas, and what time travel between universes would actually require- Why scientists who are absolutely certain they're right may actually be hurting science itself- A scientific and philosophical approach to understanding people who claim they've been abducted by aliens- How we determine what truly has consciousness, and why that question affects how we should treat AI, animals, and potentially other forms of intelligence- Why humans experience romantic attraction and what may actually be happening beneath the surface when we feel drawn to another person- Physiology behind people who appear unusually sensitive to changes in entropy- Evidence, controversies, and scientific questions surrounding biofield therapy and whether intention could influence cancer cells- Why humans vary so dramatically in their physiology, and how that should change the way we approach trauma treatment- Why religion may have been a necessary social technology for human evolution- Why Godzilla reflects humanity's attempt to understand overwhelming forces like nuclear war and other events beyond our control- How much of reality is objectively shared, and how much is filtered through our own unique perceptionsIf you enjoy conversations that challenge your understanding of reality while staying grounded in science, philosophy, and evidence, this episode is for you!Dr. Charles Liu's podcast, The LIUniverse: https://theliuniverse.podbean.comPre-Order Dr. Charles Liu's latest book, (Super) Natural Science: The Real Science of Superheroes, Mythic Creatures, and the (Sci-Fi) Universe: https://a.co/d/08pHA0SpOther recent books by Dr. Charles Liu:- The Cosmos Explained: A History of the Universe from its Beginning to Today and Beyond: https://a.co/d/00qyXcOG- The Handy Quantum Physics Answer Book: https://a.co/d/0gu4Fl5zSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Charles Liu (astrophysics professor and host of The LIUniverse podcast) joins Mayim Bialik's Breakdown to reveal the physics of consciousness, time, & the multiverse!We explore the biggest scientific mysteries humanity is facing today:- How scientists are beginning to take disclosure into their own hands to gather evidence that could actually prove the existence of nonhuman intelligence- Why information about nonhuman intelligence is being released in such a confusing and dramatic way, and whether governments are intentionally communicating this way- Why there's still no scientific proof Earth has been visited by nonhuman intelligence, but why there's nothing irrational about thinking seriously about aliens- Could AI ever become conscious? What would scientists actually need to observe before saying it has consciousness?- What consciousness really is, the different levels of consciousness, whether consciousness creates us or we create consciousness, and why understanding how the brain processes information from our five senses may be the key to solving it- What death actually is, what collective consciousness could imply, and whether nonspeaking autistic individuals may be accessing reality in fundamentally different ways- Similarities between near death experiences and DMT, including the mystery of ego death- Whether there's something beyond memory that connects us to our past- Why time may not be as linear as we experience it, and how our brains shape our perception of time- The Many Worlds theory, why multiple universes may mathematically exist, the new scientific frameworks researchers are developing, how entropy could unlock these ideas, and what time travel between universes would actually require- Why scientists who are absolutely certain they're right may actually be hurting science itself- A scientific and philosophical approach to understanding people who claim they've been abducted by aliens- How we determine what truly has consciousness, and why that question affects how we should treat AI, animals, and potentially other forms of intelligence- Why humans experience romantic attraction and what may actually be happening beneath the surface when we feel drawn to another person- Physiology behind people who appear unusually sensitive to changes in entropy- Evidence, controversies, and scientific questions surrounding biofield therapy and whether intention could influence cancer cells- Why humans vary so dramatically in their physiology, and how that should change the way we approach trauma treatment- Why religion may have been a necessary social technology for human evolution- Why Godzilla reflects humanity's attempt to understand overwhelming forces like nuclear war and other events beyond our control- How much of reality is objectively shared, and how much is filtered through our own unique perceptionsIf you enjoy conversations that challenge your understanding of reality while staying grounded in science, philosophy, and evidence, this episode is for you!All the Buzz, None of the Booze — get 15% off your first order at http://kavahaven.com/breaker Head to https://Superpower.com and use code BREAK at checkout for $50 off your membership. Get 150+ biomarkers tested, a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpodGo to https://helixsleep.com/breakdown to receive up to 30% off your Helix mattress.Visit https://drinkag1.com/BREAKDOWN and get a FREE AG1 Flavor Sampler and a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3 + K2 in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order.Go to https://tidd.ly/4uVltMe and use the code MAYIM15 to get 15% off orders of $200 or more.Dr. Charles Liu's podcast, The LIUniverse: https://theliuniverse.podbean.comPre-Order Dr. Charles Liu's latest book, (Super) Natural Science: The Real Science of Superheroes, Mythic Creatures, and the (Sci-Fi) Universe: https://a.co/d/08pHA0SpOther recent books by Dr. Charles Liu:- The Cosmos Explained: A History of the Universe from its Beginning to Today and Beyond: https://a.co/d/00qyXcOG- The Handy Quantum Physics Answer Book: https://a.co/d/0gu4Fl5zSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We learn what people think are the most romantic cities in the U.S. to go on a date, and we're just glad Vegas wasn't on the list. Sarah reveals the most disturbing fact Susie says we've ever learned on the show--it's a statistic about men's underwear and we are NOT OK (and clearly, neither are men). We find out about Matt Damon's (female!) stunt double, and why she is our badass bitch of the week. We hear what the secret is to being a "supermover" in old age, and we aspire! Sarah talks about her love of Thrifty Ice Cream, and how one business owner is keeping it alive. We hear how a group of students is solving cold cases and we discuss how some relatives of criminals like Charles Manson worry the evil acts of their family member might reflect on their own characters.00:00 - Brain Candy Club and Tombstone Philosophy02:06 - Keypad Installation and Appliance Woes11:52 - Unveiling America's Top Romantic Destinations18:01 - The Disturbing Truth About Men's Underwear Habits26:49 - Meet Devin Dalton, Matt Damon's Female Stunt Double29:26 - Simple Tests to Gauge Your Functional Fitness34:14 - The Unsung Heroines of Stunt Performance41:21 - How Fast Walking Boosts Brain Health in Old Age47:02 - The Surf Shop Keeping Thrifty Ice Cream Alive51:23 - Al's Job Impact and the Joy of Fidget Toys53:36 - High School Students Reignite Unsolved Murder Investigations56:51 - Exploring the Legacy of Charles Manson's Family01:02:44 - Final Thoughts and Community Engagement Brain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:Go to https://thrivecausemetics.com/braincandy for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.Visit https://www.carawayhome.com/braincandypod to take an additional 10% off your next purchase.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Starting your weekend off right, with the king of mindset. We had to replay this one because it's too goo not to!Meet a man who makes miracles happen. Today, I'm joined in the studio by Hal Elrod, author of the international bestseller The Miracle Morning and his newest book, The Miracle Equation. After overcoming multiple near-death experiences and financial hardships, Hal channeled his adversity into helping others overcome their own challenges. His Miracle Morning approach has impacted millions of lives.On today's episode, Hal tells us all about his updated version of The Miracle Morning. He explains SAVERS, the six foundational practices that will transform your morning and change your life. We also talk about tips for hacking your sleep, productivity, and relationships. Hal shares the stories of his devastating car accident and rare cancer diagnosis—and the superpowers he gained from coming back to life. We explore how these near-death experiences changed his perspective on life and what he values most. He also tackles some tough questions… Should we try to help everyone? What does it mean to be a “man”? And what does it take to truly serve others? There's so much to take away from Hal's refreshing and optimistic perspective. (00:03:20) Creative Ways To Hold Yourself Accountable(00:13:57) Ditching Veganism(00:21:08) Hal's Near-Death Experiences(00:27:35) Taking Your Health in Your Hands(00:29:37) Did Hal Come Back With Superpowers?(00:31:55) Are You Supposed To Help Everyone?(00:40:51) How the Miracle Morning Changed Hal's LIfe(00:43:42) What Does It Mean To Be a “Man”?(00:51:25) Customizing Your Morning To Meet Your Needs(00:54:05) The Six Savers for Success(00:56:53) Tips To Save Your Sleep(01:01:51) The MVP of Personal Development Practices(01:06:14) Nourishing Our ConnectionsSponsors-Download Dave's Free Peptide Guide at daveasprey.com/peptide-guide.-The One Device | Use code DAVE for $10 off at theonedevice.com/dave-iRestore | Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code DAVE at irestore.com/DAVEResourcesDave Asprey's NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder' is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Read: The Miracle Morning and The Miracle EquationWebsite: halelrod.comFacebook: Hal ElrodX: @HalElrodYouTube: @HalElrodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.