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Tune into this Year's December Downshift & Uplift Episode. A yearly practice we always do, but that varies year by year based on the energy and focus we need. Join us for the full Reflection Ritual www.ReflectionRitual.com The December Downshift signals to our internal systems (and the people and projects around us) that it's time to start the slow down vs. get swirled into the year-end or holiday madness, followed by new year start pressure. It's the cyclical co-creation rhythm and structure we practice to mimic the natural world, who has managed to prosper for billlions of year (and gives us a template for how to evolve, grow and thrive). Think of the practice of downshifting at year end like driving a manual transmission car - you don't want to keep moving through Dec in 5th gear, at a high pace/ intensity/output still running on mental or emotional stressors from the weeks/months prior, and then hard downshift into neutral the last days of the year ... you'll blow out your system. And then likely need to recover. So you start depleted vs. ready to receive. It's a wiser to move through the gears one by one, over the course of weeks, so you can: savor your connections, deeply replenish, and receive from all you have created this past cycle. Making choices that support you to be healthy, clear and ready to receive inspiration, insight and clarity for focusing and co-creating next year. This year ... I tuned into for what was needed this December Downshift and realized we would also benefit with a Consciousness Uplift too. So we can really replenish our light + shake off the stress + see the progress and difference our effort and care has made + work with the inner "heart alchemy" already happening within us, including releasing inner patterns and past experiences that it's time to heal, let go and rise stronger and more compassionate from. Our exploration today is framed around the 4 themes below. I'll guide you through some reflective meditations + give you wisdom inquiries that support you to make choices in Dec + Jan that give you energy, support your system and your alignment. (Wisdom Inquiries here on my website) Ritual and Rhythm Reflect, Recognize. Release, Reset. Restore. Resonance. Receive. We will be shining a light on things like: the invisible impact your energy and effort has made where there's momentum created from incremental progress rituals and rhythms you can put in place now in Dec and Jan making choices from wisdom of what restores, replenishes vs. obligation, guilt, and FOMO For 16 years I've created this structure through December and January for the co-creators, leaders + people + teams willing to do things differently, wiser. Join us for the live happenings (see below) With great heart, Christine P.S. Elevation Action: Share this podcast with a friend, so you can support each other real time. Invite them to join you for the Year End Reflection Ritual, and do it together. **** Upcoming Experiences 1. RSVP for the Year End Reflection Ritual - December https://reflectionritual.com 2. Emerge Yearly Visionining and Intention Setting Experience - Starts First Sunday of January www.EmergeVisioning.com 3. Feminine Wisdom Way : Live, Lead and Succeed the Way Women Naturally Work Best. Join us to Vision, Focus and Co Create in 2025 - www.femininewisdomway.com FOR TEAMS AND LEADERS: Reflection and Refocusing Power Pauses for Teams & Groups - Year End or Year Start: Click here to learn more. Year End/Start Power Pause Personal Leadership Edition- Year End / Start Pause for Leaders: Reflect. Recognize. Reset. (Our gift to you) ******Other Podcasts 1. The Library of Year End and Year Start Podcasts from Over the Years - Access the Series Page Here -
In this episode, I sit down with Jenni Gritters to talk about building a business that feels alive... one that evolves with you instead of trapping you in someone else's blueprint. We explore seasonality, intuition, cyclicality, composting old offers, and why sustainability has nothing to do with hustle and everything to do with your natural energetic rhythm. If you've ever wondered whether you're “allowed” to build your business differently, this conversation is your permission slip. Grab Jenni Gritter's new book, The Sustainable Solopreneur HERE. Sign up for Jenni's CREATE program starting in January 2026: https://www.jennigritters.com/create If you're interested in working together, book a call HERE. Can't wait to chat! If you're ready to build a business that resonates at the deepest level, my private client program Resonance is now open HERE. Want to stop building a business that doesn't feel like you? Step into Entrepreneurial Energetics: https://www.itsambersmith.com/energetics Want to be in the room where it's all happening? The Vortex is open—come build from clarity, not chaos. https://www.itsambersmith.com/vortex The Lightning Alignment Journal: https://a.co/d/iiBnzAJ Gain access to my book Quiet Wealth at: https://a.co/d/aCoGl8N
After more than three years, Marlon Azurdia returns to the Terrain Theory Podcast...and he brings with him a depth of lived experience that can only come from someone fully committed to walking the path.A former CrossFit Games athlete who famously competed as a vegan, Marlon has spent the last decade challenging every nutritional and performance assumption placed in front of him. In this episode, he shares how that journey has evolved since we last spoke: from a year as a fruitarian experimenting with the mucusless diet, to a powerful nine-day fast, to the creation and continued refinement of his framework, Phitlosophy: a fusion of movement, mindfulness, and meditation grounded in alchemical principles.This conversation is part of our ongoing series exploring diet and the human terrain, and the question at its heart: Is there one species-appropriate way of eating for humans?Or are we meant to tune our bodies like instruments, adjusting the dial as we resonate with different foods, experiences, and levels of consciousness?Marlon reminds us that diet is more than macros, labels, or ideology. It is information. It is resonance. It is a pathway to inner standing. And when we learn to quiet the noise, break pattern, and return to zero, we may finally be able to hear what our terrain is asking for.If you've ever questioned your own nutritional path, struggled with polarization around diet, or wondered how to integrate body, mind, and spirit through what you consume, this episode offers a perspective both liberating and deeply grounding.Learn more about Marlon by following him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/marlonazurdiaphitlosophy/Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryHelp support Ryan and Briana's road to recovery by donating to our GoFundMe set up in their name. Every penny will go to cover the costs of associated with healing their terrain using alternative, terrain-friendly methods. Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ryan-briana-heal-from-pfas-exposureTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netFollow Terrain Theory:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrain_theory/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Terrain-TheoryX: https://twitter.com/terraintheory1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@terraintheoryMusic by Chris Merenda
Paul Leonardi is an expert in technology management and has developed a deep understanding for why today's digital tools—even those that are helpful—can contribute to our growing sense of exhaustion. Pulling from research he's written about in his book Digital Exhaustion, he explains why this happens and as importantly, what we can do about it. Chapters: 02:00 Why Digital Exhaustion? Paul Leonardi discusses his 20-year career helping companies implement new technologies and his observation of the increasing dread people feel towards new tools. He highlights how the solutions to digital overload are not working, leading to widespread exhaustion. 04:36 The Types of Digital Switching Paul explains three kinds of digital switching: between modalities (apps), domains of work, and arenas (work/home). He emphasizes that these switches, though seemingly innocuous, cause significant cognitive strain and mental exhaustion due to the brain's reorientation time. 07:20 Cumulative Exhaustion and Control Paul explains that digital exhaustion is a cumulative problem, building slowly over time from seemingly small attention switches. 11:29 Expectations and Response Patterns Paul discusses how people tend to overestimate the urgency of messages and fall into a 'hero symptom' of quick responses, leading to a vicious cycle. He explains how this creates an exhausting game of chase, where individuals try to outdo each other in fast replies. 14:35 Strategies for Managing Expectations Paul suggests asking for clarity on urgency and adopting a philosophy of 'waiting' (one hour, one day, one week) to reset response patterns. He also highlights the effectiveness of out-of-office messages and direct communication in setting realistic expectations and reducing perceived urgency. 20:59 Measuring Digital Exhaustion Paul describes his 'Digital Exhaustion' rating, inspired by the Maslach Burnout Inventory, which measures how much digital tools wear people out. He reveals a precipitous rise in digital exhaustion rates from 2002 to 2022, with major spikes in 2010 (smartphones/social media) and 2021 (pandemic). 26:10 Unforced Errors and Self-Views Paul discusses 'unforced errors' like sleeping with phones in bed and constantly viewing oneself during video calls, which contribute to exhaustion. He explains how the 'self-view' on video platforms is a metaphor for the constant self-curation and inference-making we do across all online platforms, leading to mental fatigue. 31:08 The Exhaustion of Upward Comparison Paul references a 1950s Stanford study on upward comparison and how social media amplifies this, leading to exhaustion from comparing oneself to others' curated ideal lives. He discusses how AI will further exacerbate this issue by creating unrealistic avatars for comparison. 36:07 Antidotes and Small Wins Paul suggests taking online content at face value without extrapolating deeper meanings to combat upward comparison and the stories we create. 42:45 Resonance and Pushback Paul shares that the most pleasing feedback on his book is the distinction between a sustainable approach to digital exhaustion versus unsustainable digital detoxes. The main pushback he receives is about the 'waiting' strategy, with people fearing it will make them seem impolite or ghosting.
“You are the niche.” “Pick a profitable niche.”These two messages get thrown around like absolute truths — but what if both are true and incomplete?In this episode, I unpack the real nuance between building a personal brand rooted in identity versus choosing a business model based on strategy — and what happens when one of those is missing. Whether your content is resonating but not converting, or you feel invisible in your own brand, this episode will help you reconnect with what actually creates trust, sales, and freedom.We cover:Why “you are the niche” and “choose a niche” both hold truthWhat's changed in the creator economy and content visibilityWhy a strong personal brand still matters — even without a clear offerWhat to do if you have reach but not revenueWhat to do if you had revenue, but now your content feels offQuestions This Episode Will Answer:What's the difference between “you are the niche” and “choosing a niche”?Why isn't my content converting if people love me and engage with it?What do I do if my revenue is down but my audience is still growing?How do I shift my business if I'm burned out or boxed in by my niche?How has content visibility changed, and what does it mean for my strategy?How to work with me:Schedule a discovery call to find out if 1:1 coaching is a fitDM me on Instagram if you walk to talk through shorter term, foced options like a month of Telegram coaching ($700) or a Sellable Stories Intensive ($497) Timestamps / Chapters:00:00 – You Are the Niche vs Choosing a Niche: Which Is It?02:10 – Personal brand vs business-first camps06:25 – Why both perspectives are true but incomplete10:48 – What's changed in visibility, content, and trust14:32 – When reach ≠ revenue17:58 – When you had revenue but feel invisible now21:15 – The new formula: Visibility, Resonance, Trust, Sales28:40 – Why personal brand is still the glue34:05 – How to evolve without abandoning your identity
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton sits down with Christina Panos, Chief Marketing Officer at The Corcoran Group, to discuss how emotion, trust, and creativity drive modern real estate brand strategy. Christina shares how Corcoran's marketing uses emotional storytelling, community insight, and agent partnership to reach Millennial and Gen Z home buyers who want clarity and connection. She also discusses real estate and AI, social platforms, and the next era of real estate marketing trends across a shifting housing landscape.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Christina Panos on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NEW LIVE SHOW! Join us at Crossed Wires festival in Sheffield on 4th July 2026. Presale tickets available at 11AM on 10th December – go to crossedwires.live and use the code CW26EARLY. After watching the Wicked sequel, Moya wonders if politeness is stopping us from seriously addressing women's shrinking bodies and changing faces. Are we allowing […]
The 700th of a series of weekly radio programmes created by :zoviet*france: First broadcast 6 December 2025 by Resonance 104.4 FM and CJMP 90.1 FM Thanks to the artists and sound recordists included here for their fine work. track list 00 :zoviet*france: - Intro 01 Hamlet Gonashvili - Urmuli 02 400 Lonely Things - Once Upon a Time 03 Fordell Research Unit - Megapolisomancy 04 Durán Vázquez + Kloob - Devil's Pharmacy 05 Paulo Chagas, Marco Lucchi and Dario Derek Lucchi / Moody Alien - Milady of the Abstract 06 Matthias Puech - Polyphármakos 07 Stefan Schultze - Glade 08 Rescopic Sound - SCIWeap_Reload Pulse S 02_RSCPC_SFEW 09 Detritus Tabu - Must Tri Harder (for Darren) in Honor of the 20th Anniversary of Ae's "Tri Repetae" 10 Artificial Memory Trace - Asymfon 11 [unknown sound recordist / BBC] - Cars – Ford – Fiesta 1.1 Litre Hatchback, 1986/87 Model: Exterior: Fast Pass Right to Left 12 [unknown sound recordist / BBC] - Cars – Interior – Door Opens; Door Shuts ++ :zoviet*france: - Outro
Did you know that the standard of Google searches has actually gotten worse over recent years? Once you think about it, it makes sense. Highly effective search means fewer searches overall. And fewer searches means less ad revenue. The financial basis of Alphabet, which is Google's parent company, is, of course, digital advertising. Which means […]
In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop talks with Aaron Lowry about the shifting landscape of attention, technology, and meaning—moving through themes like treasure-hunt metaphors for human cognition, relevance realization, the evolution of observational tools, decentralization, blockchain architectures such as Cardano, sovereignty in computation, the tension between scarcity and abundance, bioelectric patterning inspired by Michael Levin's research, and the broader cultural and theological currents shaping how we interpret reality. You can follow Aaron's work and ongoing reflections on X at aaron_lowry.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:00:00 Stewart and Aaron open with the treasure-hunt metaphor, salience landscapes, and how curiosity shapes perception. 00:05:00 They explore shifting observational tools, Hubble vs James Webb, and how data reframes what we think is real. 00:10:00 The conversation moves to relevance realization, missing “Easter eggs,” and the posture of openness. 00:15:00 Stewart reflects on AI, productivity, and feeling pulled deeper into computers instead of freed from them. 00:20:00 Aaron connects this to monetary policy, scarcity, and technological pressure. 00:25:00 They examine voice interfaces, edge computing, and trust vs convenience. 00:30:00 Stewart shares experiments with Raspberry Pi, self-hosting, and escaping SaaS dependence. 00:35:00 They discuss open-source, China's strategy, and the economics of free models. 00:40:00 Aaron describes building hardware–software systems and sensor-driven projects. 00:45:00 They turn to blockchain, UTXO vs account-based, node sovereignty, and Cardano. 00:50:00 Discussion of decentralized governance, incentives, and transparency. 00:55:00 Geopolitics enters: BRICS, dollar reserve, private credit, and institutional fragility. 01:00:00 They reflect on the meaning crisis, gnosticism, reductionism, and shattered cohesion. 01:05:00 Michael Levin, bioelectric patterning, and vertical causation open new biological and theological frames. 01:10:00 They explore consciousness as fundamental, Stephen Wolfram, and the limits of engineered solutions. 01:15:00 Closing thoughts on good-faith orientation, societal transformation, and the pull toward wilderness.Key InsightsCuriosity restructures perception. Aaron frames reality as something we navigate more like a treasure hunt than a fixed map. Our “salience landscape” determines what we notice, and curiosity—not rigid frameworks—keeps us open to signals we would otherwise miss. This openness becomes a kind of existential skill, especially in a world where data rarely aligns cleanly with our expectations.Our tools reshape our worldview. Each technological leap—from Hubble to James Webb—doesn't just increase resolution; it changes what we believe is possible. Old models fail to integrate new observations, revealing how deeply our understanding depends on the precision and scope of our instruments.Technology increases pressure rather than reducing it. Even as AI boosts productivity, Stewart notices it pulling him deeper into computers. Aaron argues this is systemic: productivity gains don't free us; they raise expectations, driven by monetary policy and a scarcity-based economic frame.Digital sovereignty is becoming essential. The conversation highlights the tension between convenience and vulnerability. Cloud-based AI creates exposure vectors into personal life, while running local hardware—Raspberry Pis, custom Linux systems—restores autonomy but requires effort and skill.Blockchain architecture determines decentralization. Aaron emphasizes the distinction between UTXO and account-based systems, arguing that UTXO architectures (Bitcoin, Cardano) support verifiable edge participation, while account-based chains accumulate unwieldy state and centralize validation over time.Institutional trust is eroding globally. From BRICS currency moves to private credit schemes, both note how geopolitical maneuvers signal institutional fragility. The “few men in a room” dynamic persists, but now under greater stress, driving more people toward decentralization and self-reliance.Biology may operate on deeper principles than genes. Michael Levin's work on bioelectric patterning opens the door to “vertical causation”—higher-level goals shaping lower-level processes. This challenges reductionism and hints at a worldview where consciousness, meaning, and biological organization may be intertwined in ways neither materialism nor traditional theology fully capture.
Jem, Nadia and Keir debate the meaning of ‘mainstream' – something none of them could ever possibly be, of course. Is ‘woke' the new mainstream? Can there be a mainstream if we don't all have access to the same culture? Is Tommy Robinson shifting the Overton Window? Why is nonconformity associated with coolness? And who engineers […]
Ichigo's voice actor Masakazu Morita reveals exciting TYBW Part 4 details in a new interview, while Kubo celebrates the global success of Bleach Soul Resonance! We break down every major reveal, from emotional behind-the-scenes stories to production updates directly from Kubo himself. Morita also reveals behind-the-scenes surprises like how his “BANKAI!” scream was so intense it broke the sound mixer three times, and how Kubo personally explained foreshadowing and hidden meaning to help the cast deliver their best performances for the 2026 arc.We also cover this week's Klub Outside questions — from how marriage works in Soul Society, to what it takes to leave the Maggot's Nest, to Omaeda's surprisingly cheap rice cracker addiction. Plus, Kubo reacts to Bleach Soul Resonance's huge launch success (including a Times Square billboard), and we take a look at the brand-new Tsume Shunsui TYBW figure that has collectors losing their minds. More lore, more laughs, and more Bleach absurdity on this episode of Bleach Boys!
Tonight in Uluwatu, under the brightest supermoon we'll see for the next 17 years, I dropped into a powerful download about the future of Resonance — and about the future of human connection itself.In this episode, I share:✨ Why full moons act as natural rites of passage
Today I'm joined by Elizabeth Ralph for a conversation about money in a way most people never hear it discussed... one that shows why becoming an investor has nothing to do with how much you have and everything to do with who you're willing to be. We talk about waiting vs creating, dropping old stories, moving out of linear thinking, breaking your own patterns, and exploring money neutrality. If you're ready to see yourself as an investor and feel supported by money instead of controlled by it, you're going to love this conversation. Join Elizabeth's Spiritual Investor Club. This is an affiliate link because I love the program and think you'll love it too: myrootabl.com/r/jdrDCLem?rootabl=itsambersmith If you're interested in working together, book a call HERE. Can't wait to chat! If you're ready to build a business that resonates at the deepest level, my private client program Resonance is now open HERE. Want to stop building a business that doesn't feel like you? Step into Entrepreneurial Energetics: https://www.itsambersmith.com/energetics Want to be in the room where it's all happening? The Vortex is open—come build from clarity, not chaos. https://www.itsambersmith.com/vortex The Lightning Alignment Journal: https://a.co/d/iiBnzAJ Gain access to my book Quiet Wealth at: https://a.co/d/aCoGl8N
Today on Resonance, I'm coming to you from Uluwatu with a message about the power of editing — not in the sense of doing more, but in the courageous act of removing what no longer serves. Culturally, we're taught that happiness comes from accumulation: more doing, more having, more striving. But in relationships, and in our own inner world, the truth is often the opposite. Fulfillment lives in subtraction.I share a recent real-world experience with someone who showed all the signs of connection on the surface, but ultimately revealed a deeper pattern of gaslighting, blame, and energetic misalignment. It forced me to confront something I've carried since childhood: the impulse to abandon myself for harmony, to take responsibility for emotions that aren't mine, and to stay connected to people who haven't earned the privilege of my presence.In this episode, I dive into why we repeat lessons until we claim the boundary we've been avoiding, how unresolved inner voices manifest in the people we attract, and why editing your relational field is essential for stepping into the next chapter of your life. Most importantly, I share how facing discomfort without numbing it is part of becoming the integrated man I choose to be — one aligned with resonance, partnership, family, and true integrity.If it's not a full yes, it's a no. Boundaries are love. Editing is liberation. And every person we release creates the space for the people who are truly meant to walk with us. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
If you've been feeling the call to be around others who get it — this is your chance.Not just daily prompts or prerecorded content — the Circle is INTERACTIVE, alive, real-time, and built on true human connection.
The 699th of a series of weekly radio programmes created by :zoviet*france: First broadcast 29 November 2025 by Resonance 104.4 FM and CJMP 90.1 FM Thanks to the artists included here for their fine work. track list 00 :zoviet*france: - Intro 01 Ganavya - Song for Sad Times 02 Laurent Pernice - Un rêve subaquatique 03 Ranter's Bay & Pablo Orza - Iso 04 Alister Spence - Hungry Machine 05 Abdul Waheed & Others - Imitation of Birds 06 Eigengrau - Fear 07 Yellow Salamand'r - Nightshift in a Steel Mill 2 08 Enrique Maraver - 20 RPM's 09 Jez Riley French - Before the Bright Work (Preview Track) 10 Dirk Serries, Asmus Tietchens - Höfner Akte 4A 11 Julie Berry / SE Trains - stb_snw 12 Jean-Claude Risset - Songes ++ :zoviet*france: - Outro
Joel Styzens "Ascendence II" - Resonance www.relax-your-ears.comMaya de Vitry "Reverie" - How To Break A Fall www.mayadevitry.comOrdinary Elephant "Before" - Before I Go www.ordinaryelephant.netLowland Hum "Eden (Part 1)" - s/t www.lowlandhum.comJulian Loida "December Dreams" (featuring Don Mitchell of Darlingside) www.julianloida.comDarlingside "Ancestor" - Pilot Machines www.darlingside.com*************************Jess Klein "In The Arms Of A Song" - When We Rise www.jessklein.comAbigail Dowd "Papa 45" - Saints & Warriors www.abigaildowd.comJonathan Byrd "Coyote" - The Law & The Lonesome www.jonathanbyrd.comGrace Morrison "Gloria" - Saltwater Country www.gracemorrison.comCatie Curtis "Long Night Moon" - Long Night Moon www.catiecurtis.comErin Ash Sullivan "Nobody's Business" - Signposts & Marks www.erinashsullivan.comWilliam Matheny "Christian Name" - That Grand, Old Feeling www.williammatheny.comTret Fure "This And So Much More" - Lavender Moonshine www.tretfure.com*************************Vendredi sur Mer "Malabar Princess" Laurie Black "Scars" - Angst Music www.laurieblack.co.ukFaster Pussycat "Don't Change" www.fasterpussycat.comTuk Smith & The Restless Hearts "Troubled Paradise" www.tuksmithandtherestlesshearts.comOut Of The Ashes "Love Gun" www.outoftheashesrocks.comTRNDS "Moth To A Flame" Silverstein "Live Like This" - Misery Made Me www.silversteinmusic.com
In today's episode of Resonance, Michael Trainer broadcasts from Uluwatu, Bali to unpack one of the most overlooked superpowers in modern life: commitment.At a time when flakiness has become normalized and integrity is increasingly rare, Michael explores why honoring your commitments is the cornerstone of both self-trust and relational depth. From navigating a last-minute Wi-Fi crisis to honoring a 30-day daily publishing challenge, he shares a firsthand story of choosing integrity over convenience—and the identity shift that choice reinforces.Michael zooms out to look at how traditional cultures, tribal structures, and Dunbar's number remind us that we are fundamentally interdependent. In an era hyper-focused on the individual, he makes the case for reclaiming a “we-centered” mindset, where honoring your word becomes an offering to the collective.You'll hear how commitment builds internal power, why integrity creates momentum for your dreams, and how following through on his first book opened the portal to his second. This is a call to revisit your promises—to yourself and others—and remember that your words are seeds. When tended, they grow gardens. When neglected, they leave deserts.A grounded, potent reminder: keep watering what you've planted. Your future is listening. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Whether you love or loathe his tactics, it's hard to deny the disruptive impact that Roger Hallam has had on British politics via the activist organisations he has led, Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil. He joins Ash Sarkar fresh from his latest stint in prison, where he wrote a treatise for Your Party that […]
In today's episode of Resonance, Michael delivers a powerful reminder: who you are being shapes every relationship, opportunity, and experience in your life. We live in a culture obsessed with doing and having—more success, more status, more external markers of worth. But none of it matters if our state of being isn't aligned with the life we're trying to create.Michael shares how his own initiatory process has required shedding old patterns, confronting shadows, and embodying a deeper level of grounded, conscious presence—one capable of holding the vision he has for his next chapter, his work, and future partnership.You'll learn why the world reflects your internal state, how to identify when your external results are mismatched with who you want to become, and what it looks like to act “as if” you are already the version of yourself capable of receiving what you desire.This is an invitation to step into the person your future is calling forward—today. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Bleach Soul Resonance is officially HERE! We break down the launch version of the newest Bleach game with the good, the bad, and the early exploits! Plus Sam may already be in contact with the devs for streamer luck. We also dive into this week's Klub Outside questions, where Kubo reveals new details about Shinji's shikai and confirms that Sakanade still works even on those who can't smell… and even machines like BG9.We also cover Kyoraku's Kageoni limits, Sasakibe's favorite tea brand (this man stays classy), and finish with a special Thanksgiving segment where we share what we're grateful for and what definitely did NOT make the cut. Whether you're here for Soul Resonance hype, Bleach lore, or chaotic friendship energy, this episode has all three.
In this liminal moment between Ubud and Uluwatu, Michael Trainer reflects on a profound series of downloads:a Thanksgiving future-self meditation, a deep Vedic astrology reading, a life chapter of karmic stripping-away, and the sudden, crystalline vision of his next book about initiation.Speaking from the jungle, on the eve of his movement to the cliffs and horizon line, Michael explores:Initiation as a life path — the lived rites of passage, dissolutions, and sacred encounters that have shaped himThe emergence of Book Two — a non-traditional memoir weaving the magic, the teachings, and the soul-level story of becomingKarmic fires and pruning — leaving homes, releasing illusions, and discovering the true gardens where his seed is meant to growAstro-cartography and destiny — how place, soil, and timing shape flourishingThe call to root — recognizing that partnership, family, and deeper embodiment require a home baseMen's work and purpose — the rising need for rites of passage, belonging, and grounded masculine presenceThe spirit of Bali — gratitude for the ceremonies, ancestors, and guardians of this land during a powerful 10-day windowThis episode is a transmission from the threshold—a moment of honoring the insight, metabolizing the lessons, and preparing for the next life chapter. It's a message about becoming the vessel that can hold the vision you are meant to birth.If you're standing at a crossroads, shedding old skins, or seeking the garden where you are meant to flourish, this one will resonate. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
This episode is for anyone who's tired of doing business from pressure, fear, and constant proving. I'm talking about why love actually works better than manipulation, urgency, and hustle... and how cleaning up resentment, judgment, and self-doubt changes everything about the way your business flows. This might sound counterintuitive, but it's the most practical shift I've ever made. "Letting Go of Surrender" by David R. Hawkins: HERE If you're interested in working together, book a call HERE. Can't wait to chat! If you're ready to build a business that resonates at the deepest level, my private client program Resonance is now open HERE. Want to stop building a business that doesn't feel like you? Step into Entrepreneurial Energetics: https://www.itsambersmith.com/energetics Want to be in the room where it's all happening? The Vortex is open—come build from clarity, not chaos. https://www.itsambersmith.com/vortex The Lightning Alignment Journal: https://a.co/d/iiBnzAJ Gain access to my book Quiet Wealth at: https://a.co/d/aCoGl8N
In this Thanksgiving reflection, Michael invites you into the liminal space—the quiet between the notes where meaning, magic, and clarity live.Drawing on a powerful future-self meditation and a week-long vision fast on California's Lost Coast, he shares how deep listening changes the way we perceive the world—and ourselves. From native traditions of fasting for vision to the way nature sharpens our senses when we strip away noise, Michael explores how true gratitude arises when we become receptive rather than directive.You'll hear:Why gratitude is more than a practice—it's a signal-clearingHow the “space between the notes” (Debussy/Miles Davis) reveals the essence of lifeWhat a future-self meditation can teach us about legacyHow nature attunes the nervous system to clarityThe magic that arrives when we enter the world with reverence and listeningWhy real wealth is time, health, sunlight, breath, and presenceFrom Ubud's morning rain to bathing in the Lost Coast waterfalls, Michael recounts the moments where the world speaks—if we are quiet enough to listen.On this day of thanks, this episode is an invitation to:Put your feet on the earthLet your breath slowListen for what your life is asking of youAnd remember that gratitude is the root of a life well-livedSending you presence, warmth, and deep gratitude.Happy Thanksgiving. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
High-value relationships are built on trust — and few things erode trust faster than sloppy introductions.In this short tactical episode, Michael shares why the double opt-in is the gold standard for making introductions at the highest levels. He walks through a striking real-world example of a podcast guest who asked for introductions to some of his most sacred relationships — including global spiritual leaders — without providing context, value, or rapport.You'll learn:What a double opt-in introduction actually isWhy it protects all relationships involvedHow poor introductions silently drain social capitalThe right way to respond when someone asks you for a connectionA simple script you can use to make value-forward, pressure-free introductionsHow to avoid the “ghosting loop” that happens when you introduce people without consentThis is a masterclass in relational intelligence — and once you learn it, you'll never introduce people the old way again. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
We're always interested in learning more about different ways we can support a healthy lifestyle. Bio-resonance therapy is an alternative treatment method that claims to diagnose and treat various health conditions by measuring and manipulating the body's electromagnetic frequencies. Many people turn to bio-resonance therapy as a non-invasive way for pain management, stress management, and skin care. Therefore, it might be of benefit to some of you. That's why we're so glad to chat on IG Live with Modupe Aiyegbusi, a Board-Certified Holistic Wellness Practitioner and Bio-resonance therapy specialist. During this Live, we're going to discuss how bio-resonance therapy works, what a session looks like, its potential role in dealing with toxin overload, and more. Learn more about Modupe's services: https://mayswholistichealth.com/Get tested for BPA, phthalates, parabens, and other hormone-disrupting chemicals with Million Marker's Test Kit: https://www.millionmarker.com/
What if the best opportunities in your life were sitting just a few feet to the left of where everyone else is looking?In today's episode, Michael shares a counterintuitive but wildly effective relationship strategy inspired by his 40-day drive through 11 national parks during the pandemic. While exploring Yosemite, he realized that almost everyone flocks to the valley—while the equally majestic Tuolumne Meadows sits nearly empty.That insight became a guiding principle:When it comes to connection, go where no one else is.The less crowded place is the most powerful place.**In this episode, you'll learn:Why approaching speakers after a talk is the worst time to connectHow to meet people in moments where their guard is down and their humanity is upHow to leverage allies, friends, and gatekeepers instead of chasing the spotlightWhy serendipity is a strategy, not an accidentHow to create meaningful, memorable gestures that cut through the noiseThis is your blueprint for becoming the pleasant surprise in someone's life—the unexpected presence that opens doors, sparks relationships, and creates the kind of resonance that changes everything. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
The 698th of a series of weekly radio programmes created by :zoviet*france: First broadcast 22 November 2025 by Resonance 104.4 FM and CJMP 90.1 FM Thanks to the artists included here for their fine work. track list 00 [anonymous] - Intro 01 William St Hugh - Ashes Bloom 02 Ov Pain - Fascia 03 Mark Harwood - The New Dubious 04 Katpis Tapes - There Are Years Within Each Second 05 Rabbitsquirrel - A Colloidal Suspension of Disbelief 06 Vend - Fond II 07 Harry Sumner - Porous Rocks 08 Noise Research - Arch Like Symbolism 09 Projek Lansac - Serotonin 2 10 A Scanner Darkly - Phono 11 Tim Shaw - Rain on Drum Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK 12 Matthew Atkins - Seven Loops 13 Porn Sword Tobacco - Hierarkisk symmetri och romantik ++ [anonymous] - Outro
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In today's episode, Michael reveals the exact strategy he uses to connect with high-performing, hard-to-reach humans: always make your ask an offer.This simple shift transforms your outreach from transactional to magnetic—and dramatically increases your likelihood of receiving a meaningful response.You'll learn:Why most asks fail (and how to avoid the “pick your brain” trap)The neuroscience of why personalized offers create instant rapportHow to research someone's deepest values—and speak directly to themThe Hot Ones principle: surprise people with depthWhy offering unique experiences is more powerful than credentialsHow Michael built relationships with Moby, Flea, No Doubt, Woody Harrelson, and moreThe “Wolf Connection” example you can model in your own outreachWhy making it easy to say no actually increases your chance of getting a yesHow to follow up in a way that builds connection rather than pressureHow Michael is using this method to book 50–100 podcast appearances for his book RESONANCEHow to leave “a flower at the door” instead of an energetic tangleThis is one of the most practical and transformative relationship tools in the Resonance Method. Use it well. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Support for the Green party in Britain has been steadily rising for the past few decades. However, few predicted that when Zack Polanski took office as Green party leader in September, membership would surge from 70,000 to 150,000 members in a matter of months. According to the latest polling, the party's share of the vote […]
In a world filled with distractions and societal pressures, finding and stepping into your true identity can feel like a monumental task. In this enlightening podcast episode, Michael Trainer shares profound insights on the importance of individuation, using personal anecdotes and timeless wisdom to guide listeners on their journey to self-discovery. **Understanding Individuation** Michael Trainer opens the discussion by emphasizing the significance of drawing a line in the sand and embracing the identity that resonates with us. He recalls advice from his leadership coach, Peter Roche, who reminded him that we are the lead actors in our own movies. This metaphor encourages listeners to take control of their narratives, embodying the characters they aspire to be, such as the king, the warrior, or the lover. These archetypes have been part of human storytelling for centuries, and recognizing them can help us align with our deepest desires. **The Traditional Rite of Passage** Trainer reflects on the historical processes of individuation, where young men and women were guided through challenging rites of passage by elders. These experiences often required courage and a confrontation with fears, leading to a new identity and a profound sense of belonging. Unfortunately, in today's convenience-oriented culture, these traditional connections and rites of passage are often missing, leaving many feeling stuck in their childhood narratives and unprepared for adulthood. **The Importance of Letting Go** To fully embrace our potential, Trainer stresses the need to let go of old stories that no longer serve us. He shares a personal experience of slipping and injuring his wrist, using this incident as a metaphor for the importance of paying attention to life's signals. He highlights how injuries can teach us valuable lessons about health, patience, and resilience. In moments of struggle, we are reminded to reflect on our paths and take responsibility for our choices. **Finding Your Purpose** The conversation then shifts to the significance of stepping into our purpose, or Dharma. Trainer explains that when we neglect our true calling, life can feel chaotic and unsteady. However, when we stand firm in our convictions and embrace our roles within our communities, we can navigate challenges with greater ease. This self-awareness leads to empowerment, allowing us to transition from one life stage to another, whether it's from maiden to mother or prince to king. **Community and Support** Michael shares his own journey of individuation, which included participating in men's work with his father and engaging in transformative programs like the Mankind Project. He emphasizes the importance of community in this process, as being witnessed by others can facilitate growth and healing. However, he also acknowledges that not everyone has access to such experiences. Therefore, he encourages listeners to seek out mentors and peers who can inspire and challenge them to rise to their full potential. **Commitment to Growth** As Trainer reflects on his own life, he recognizes the need to surround himself with individuals who push him forward, not just those who provide comfort. He shares his commitment to returning to a supportive community in Austin, Texas, where he plans to embark on a new chapter in 2026, focusing on personal growth and the birthing of a new book. This commitment, while daunting, represents a significant step in his journey toward individuation. What happens when you finally decide to stop playing small?In this intimate solo episode, Michael dives into the ancient and deeply human process of individuation—the moment you step out of the outdated version of yourself and into the role you were always meant to inhabit.Drawing on wisdom from his leadership mentor, Peter Roche, and archetypes from myth and psychology, Michael explores why so many of us are living out childhood stories long after they've expired… and what it takes to cross the threshold into your next chapter.He shares a recent personal moment—a literal fall—that became a metaphor for the ways life tries to get our attention when we're not stepping fully into our gifts, purpose, and power.You'll hear:Why you're the lead actor in your own storyThe archetypes (King, Warrior, Magician, Lover) that shape your identityHow ancient rites of passage forged adults who could protect communityWhat happens when we avoid the identity we're called to liveHow injury, setback, or friction can be a spiritual signalWhy strong peers and “iron sharpens iron” relationships matterThe difference between karma and dharmaWhy stepping into your bigness is not arrogance but responsibilityMichael's commitment to a new chapter—and an invitation to begin your ownIf you've been feeling the pull toward a bigger life, deeper purpose, truer relationships, or a more courageous version of yourself… this episode is your line in the sand.**Conclusion: Key Takeaways** Michael Trainer's podcast serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of stepping into our true identities and the role of community in our journeys. Key takeaways include:- Embrace the idea that you are the lead actor in your life and have the power to shape your narrative.- Recognize the value of traditional rites of passage and seek out ways to create your own.- Let go of stories that no longer serve you and focus on your true purpose.- Surround yourself with a community that inspires growth and pushes you to reach your potential.- Commit to continuous personal development and be willing to embrace new chapters in your life. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
If you want to change the game, first you need to master the game. Coming up in Newark in the fifties was the exact right place and time for Larry Young to learn the idiom of the Hammond B-3 organ, and he learned his lessons well. His early records embody the soul-jazz organ trio sound made popular by Jimmy Smith. But as the sound of the sixties emerged, Larry Young (also known by his Muslim name, Khalid Yasin Abdul Aziz) was reaching for something more. His journey, including hours of conversation and jam sessions with spiritual avatar John Coltrane, brought about an expanded consciousness that revealed itself in his music. Larry Young pulled an unmistakably boisterous explosion of sound through the B-3. He showed new horizons that fellow organists have been pursuing for more than half a century. Brian Charette is one of them. He is not only an endlessly inventive multi-instrumentalist and bandleader, but also one of our best students of the music's history. He joins host Mitch Goldman on this week's Deep Focus. Did the WKCR archives provide recordings of Larry Young and John Coltrane's private sessions? Unfortunately, none are known to exist. Do we have rare recordings of Larry Young and Jimi Hendrix pushing each other in new directions? Find out Monday (10/27) from 6p to 9p NYC time on WKCR 89.9FM, WKCR-HD, or wkcr.org. Or join us when it goes up on the Deep Focus podcast on your favorite podcasting app or at https://mitchgoldman.podbean.com/. Subscribe right now to get notifications when new episodes are posted. Just like WKCR, it's ad-free, all free, totally non-commercial. We won't even ask for your contact info. Learn more about Deep Focus at https://mitchgoldman.com/about-deep-focus/ or join us on Instagram @deep_focus_podcast. Photo credit: Photo by Francis Wolff. Shot in Paris. Michael Cuscuna unearthed this photo, amongst others, for Resonance's “Larry Young In Paris” in 2016. #WKCR #DeepFocus #LarryYoung #BrianCharette #JimiHendrix #JazzRadio #JazzPodcast #JazzInterview #MitchGoldman
When you expand your vision, you expand your relationships.In this episode, Michael explores the idea that “your relationships will move commensurate with your vision… and the bigger your vision, the bigger your relationships.” Whether you're called to a quiet, simple life or you feel a pull toward building something much larger than yourself, your “why” shapes who shows up in your world.Michael shares:How compelling vision and story helped him co-create Global Citizen and attract allies like Bill Fold (Coachella), the Foo Fighters, the Black Keys, and FedExThe neuroscience and ancient roots of why we're all still wired for campfire storiesHow events, podcasts, and books become “relationship engines” instead of just projectsThe Dalai Lama event that drew in Forrest Whitaker, Roland, and a whole constellation of unexpected collaboratorsWhy he doesn't identify as an “event producer,” but continues to create events for causes bigger than himselfHow Resonance is becoming a platform for human connection in an age of lonelinessA simple but powerful idea: always have an invitation in your back pocketHe closes with a beautiful story of a woman who met her husband at one of his gatherings—reminding us that when you bring people together around a meaningful vision, lives can literally change.You'll walk away with:A new way to think about vision—not just as a personal goal, but as a social magnetPractical ideas for turning your vision into platforms (podcasts, events, salons, books) that attract aligned peopleReflection questions to clarify your own “why” and the relationships you want to build Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
“The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it.” – W.M. LewisIn this solo episode, Michael reflects on the ways we delay the life that's calling us. He shares how he waited years to launch this very podcast and over a decade to write his book, Resonance, and what finally helped him get out of his own way.Drawing on Steven Pressfield's The War of Art and Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic, he explores the idea of the “muse” – that creative force that wants to move through us – and the counterforce Pressfield calls “resistance.” He weaves in stories from elders facing the end of their lives, including a man who had never once been met at the airport, and contrasts that with memories of his father, a man who always showed up.In this conversation, you'll hear about:Why we wait so long to begin the life that's meant for usThe muse, resistance, and how to finally start dancing with your creative callingThe difference between résumé goals and eulogy goalsWhat elders' regrets can teach us about how to live nowWhy relationships — the people who would pick you up at 2 a.m. — matter more than anythingThis is an invitation to stop postponing your real life, to sing your unique song, and to surround yourself with the people who help you play it beautifully. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Feeling pulled in a million directions? In today's fast-paced world, it is easy to lose your center, your clarity, and your sense of who you truly are. This episode explores two powerful concepts that can help you reconnect with yourself: resonance and coherence. You will learn why certain people, ideas, and experiences resonate with you, and why resonance alone does not always mean something is healthy or aligned. You will also discover the deeper state of coherence, where your mind, heart, body, and energy move together in harmony. This is the space where grounded decision making, calm, and genuine self-connection can thrive. With relatable examples, simple practices, and a calming guided reflection, this episode will help you: • Reset when stress, relationships, or the world feel overwhelming • Recognize the difference between familiar patterns and true inner alignment • Stop chasing validation or certainty outside yourself • Return to your center with breath, awareness, and compassion • Build coherence so your actions match your true intentions If you are craving grounding, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself, this 10 minute reset offers a supportive space to come home to who you are. Stay aligned. Stay centered. Let coherence guide the way. The more you return to yourself, the more possibilities open. Poem: Return to Center In the rush of the world where noise piles on noise and every choice feels heavier than the last, I come back to this small, quiet space. A breath. A moment. A chance to return to the center I forget I have. Here, I remember that life does not ask me to be perfect. It only asks me to be present. To notice the way my heart softens when I stop chasing what was never meant to steady me. Resonance may call me outward, but coherence brings me home. A rhythm in my chest that whispers, You are safe. You are enough. You can gently return to yourself. So I sit with the truth that peace is not far away. It is never far away. It waits beneath the noise, beneath the wanting, beneath the stories I tell to feel less afraid. In these ten minutes I choose to trust that I can suffer a little less and live a little more right here, inside this breath. Lastly, you can also follow me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you are interested in my work, please check out my books, The Gift of Maybe: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times (including a new audiobook), A Year Without Men: A 12 Point Guide To Inspire and Empower Women and my new Audiobook, Maybe Everything Is Okay, A Parent's Guide To Less Stress and Worry. Also you can check out my new Maybe Cards: A Path to Stress-Free Living or my new digital Maybe Journal. Above all, my heartfelt hope is that this podcast has supported your journey of personal growth, helped shift your mindset, reduce stress, built emotional resilience, and brought you less suffering and more joy, clarity, and peace.
This episode is for you if you've been feeling stuck in the “trade time for money” loop. I'm breaking down a way of seeing money, creativity, and value that completely changed how I built my business. If you're curious about how to make yourself the resource, not your hours, and want to learn how the most successful people actually create value, you'll want to tune in. If you're interested in working together, book a call HERE. Can't wait to chat! If you're ready to build a business that resonates at the deepest level, my private client program Resonance is now open HERE. Want to stop building a business that doesn't feel like you? Step into Entrepreneurial Energetics: https://www.itsambersmith.com/energetics Want to be in the room where it's all happening? The Vortex is open—come build from clarity, not chaos. https://www.itsambersmith.com/vortex The Lightning Alignment Journal: https://a.co/d/iiBnzAJ Gain access to my book Quiet Wealth at: https://a.co/d/aCoGl8N
In this deeply resonant episode, Michael explores the second brain — the gut — and how its subtle signals can reveal more about our relationships than logic ever could.He shares a recent encounter in Bali that reminded him of one powerful truth:if it's not a full “yes,” it's often a “no.”You'll hear how the body tells us which connections are nourishing, which are neutral, and which quietly erode our energy. Michael explains why we ignore red flags, how to recognize the difference between signal and noise, and why people who leave us energized are invitations worth accepting.This episode is a reminder to trust the intelligence within you — to follow the feeling, honor the subtle cues, and invest in the relationships that invest back.Perfect for anyone seeking deeper clarity in dating, friendship, or life direction. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Exciting Moon Studio Announcements!It's here! Many Moons 2026 has arrived and is ready to guide your year of magic, manifestation, and healing. Claim your copy HERE and step into the light of the new year!Join us on January 25th from 10AM - 12PM PST for the **The Future Self Workshop** — a powerful, immersive experience from The Moon Studio. In this class, you'll learn how to embody the version of you who already feels grounded, inspired, and in flow. Use code POD18 for 18% off through November 20th.What happens when we let our hearts guide our creativity?In this expansive conversation, Sarah sits down with Xenia Viray - imagination healer, frequency artist, and creativity catalyst - to explore what it means to create, shapeshift, and live from the heart during these trying times.You'll hear:The archetype of the shapeshifter and how it supports us during collective change.Belonging as a personal and collective wound and how connection and creativity help us heal.The difference between vision and fantasy, and how to know which one you're building from.How to become a vessel for your dreams and why the process often requires grief, honesty, and self-acceptance.The role of the heart as a projector, compass, and source of protection.How Saturn actually supports creatives by offering structure, pacing, and reality-based devotion.Why so many of us feel like we “don't belong”… and how that can be a portal, not a problem.More on Xenia: Xenia Marie Ross Viray (she/they) is an imagination healer, frequency artist, and creativity catalyst. She is the eldest of three sisters, and her name means kindness to strangers. Born as a brick-and-mortar fashion business, Myths of Creation is a container for experiments, art, writing, and gatherings at the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and meaning-making. Xenia guides spirited innovators who want to bring their natural genius into form. Her offerings include Inner Sanctum, a seasonal kinship club, Create Your Cosmology: a course in owning your authority, Garden of the Imaginal Substack, and an evolving cornucopia of workshops and courses, which you can find at MythsofCreation.com and @mythsofcreation on IG.https://mythsofcreation.com/https://www.instagram.com/mythsofcreation/https://mythsofcreation.substack.com/Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/
In today's episode, recorded live from Ubud, Bali, Michael shares a powerful, real-life moment of pure resonance — the kind of unexpected human connection that stops you in your tracks and reminds you of the magic that's possible when you're fully present.After a day spent walking through Bali's ceremonial offerings and reconnecting with his own inner rhythm, Michael experiences an effortless, deeply attuned connection with a stranger — one that reawakens the truth of what resonance feels like.In this intimate story, he explores:how to recognize when someone is “playing your song”why the nervous system knows resonance before the mind doeshow to approach new connections with courage, curiosity, and integritythe difference between dissonant relationships and aligned oneswhy small acts of openness lead to entire worlds of possibilityThis episode is a reminder that the relationships meant for you cannot miss you — and that the magic we want is waiting on the other side of presence, self-trust, and a single courageous moment. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
This is a rich and highly engaging monologue! Here are some great options for the title, summary, and description, focusing on the core themes of self-mastery, environment, and energetic boundaries.Dissonance vs. Resonance: Tuning Your Environment and Stepping Up Your IdentityIn this tactical episode of Resonance, host Michael Trainer tackles the concept of Dissonance—the frustrating static and out-of-tune feeling that emerges when your core values and integrity aren't met by your environment or relationships.Drawing on his challenging experience while recording in Ubud, Bali, Michael unpacks how the gap between his grounded, pragmatic approach and the "maybe I'll show up, maybe I won't" culture became a powerful call to action.You will learn:The Power of Environment: Why physically changing your location (or "garden") is often the most direct and pragmatic way to reset your inner tune, especially when entering a new professional or personal phase.The Radical Reckoning: How to use tools like journaling, trusted friends, or even AI to uncover the blind spots and patterns that lead you to attract and tolerate dissonance.The Identity Manifesto: Michael shares his process for defining a new self-identity, including a declaration to stop "energizing" people and behaviors that don't share your high standards for integrity and follow-through.Confronting the Warrior's Task: How to turn dissonance into resonance by deliberately taking on the uncomfortable tasks, hard conversations, and long-avoided items that are draining your life force.Childhood Wounding as Signal: Recognizing that patterns of frustration (like constantly being flaked on) often connect back to unresolved childhood experiences, and how to use this awareness to heal and show up differently.This episode is a powerful message about holding yourself and your relationships to a higher standard, recognizing static, and intentionally cultivating the energy where your most beautiful music can play. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
This episode is both a how-to guide and an honest reflection on resistance, ego, creativity, and the power of taking your place on the stage of your own life.TakeawaysI was sitting on this incredible content with these incredible humans.I had incredible conversations and I was in my ego about it.It kept me from singing my song.I committed in that moment that the next day I would publish my podcast.It didn't matter if two people showed up.Six years later, it has been an absolutely revolutionary act in my life. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
At Novara, we focus on the trends that are remaking the world and affecting our lives: technological development and automation, multipolarity, the demise of an American-led world order and the rise of China. On Downstream this week is a man whose work draws together all of these themes: former World Bank macroeconomist and leading expert […]
In this episode of Resonance, Michael Trainer pulls back the curtain on one of the most powerful relationship strategies he's ever learned — a strategy that transformed his life, unlocked access to global leaders, and helped build world-class communities and movements.He calls it The Anchor Strategy.At its core, the Anchor Strategy is simple:Create an offering so valuable that extraordinary people naturally orbit around it.Michael shares how this principle guided him from building Global Citizen to hosting His Holiness the Dalai Lama for his 80th birthday, to facilitating sold-out conversations with Deepak Chopra, Eckhart Tolle, Gabby Bernstein, Marie Forleo, and more.You'll hear the story of:how a 30-day meditation practice inspired him to host the Dalai Lamahow that one anchor created momentum he couldn't have imaginedhow the anchor of a single event led to hosting Deepak & Eckharthow a podcast becomes an anchor for world-class conversationshow anchors transform asks into meaningful offeringshow aligning altruistic impact with enlightened self-interest opens doorsand why being an offering is the most powerful frame for modern connectionMichael also breaks down:✔ how to use events and experiences as magnetizing anchors✔ how to build momentum by inviting people into something meaningful✔ how a podcast becomes an anchor for relationship building✔ how to transform cold outreach into a warm invitation✔ why being of value attracts people you once thought unreachable✔ and why the best ways to build relationships are not transactionalWhether you're building community, launching a platform, creating a movement, or simply trying to connect more deeply, the Anchor Strategy gives you a timeless blueprint for exponential relationships.This is the physics of human connection.This is how you build a life of resonance. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
TakeawaysCreating epic experiences is essential for building relationships.Having an invitation ready can facilitate connections.Being a convener allows for exponential relationship growth.Shared experiences create a sense of belonging.Hosting dinners can lead to incredible relationships.Invite people to events to foster community.The act of inviting can lead to unforeseen opportunities.Relationships often develop from casual gatherings.Showing care through invitations enhances social bonds.Creating experiences is a valuable investment of time.Sound Bites"Always have an invitation in your back pocket.""You don't do it for transactional value.""Show up and show that you care." Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube
Show NotesTheme: Integrity and alignment between words and actions.Key Question: Who are you when no one's watching?Location: Recorded in Bali.Takeaway: Integrity isn't about perfection — it's about consistency. Each time you show up for yourself, you reinforce trust within and around you.Quote from the Episode:“We build all our external relationships from the relationship we have with ourselves. And that begins with being our word.”Reflection Prompt:Where in your life are you out of integrity with your word?What is one small action you can take today to realign?Connect:Follow Michael on Instagram @michaeltrainerJoin the Resonance newsletter for upcoming episodes and reflections. Michael Trainer has spent 30 years learning from Nobel laureates, neuroscientists, and wisdom keepers worldwide. He's the author of RESONANCE: The Art and Science of Human Connection (March 31, 2026), co-creator of Global Citizen and the Global Citizen Festival, and host of the RESONANCE podcast.Featured in Forbes, Inc, Good Morning America. Follow on YouTube