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"I can create and weave stories around Belonging because I know the theme of 'lacking Belonging.'"

— Seth Hughes

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This episode is threaded with the theme of Belonging and its profound influence on Seth's life. He shares some of his journey of re-discovering his connection to the land, a revelation that underscores the painful depth of modern disconnection and diplacement. Seth explores how his experience of lacking Belonging fuels his storytelling and resonates with a broad audience, offering his online space as a breath of fresh air for those seeking reprieve from societal ‘norms’.

Seth’s reflections touch on rewriting personal narratives, the tension between individual integrity and community responsibility, and the necessity of cultivating love and stewardship for the wildness of Earth. His evolving relationship with both his human mother and our Earth Mother mirrors his deepening path of initiation, grief, and grounded authenticity. This conversation also challenges listeners to reconsider "men's work," the importance of slowing down, rooting into one’s immediate environment, and embracing vulnerability as an integral part of creativity and connection.

Seth concludes with a powerful invitation for listeners: to approach life’s essential questions with a sense of curiosity, to release control, and to embrace the joy that underlies all of Life.

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Thematic Show Notes

Belonging & Disconnection from Land:

• Seth reflects on the theme of Belonging and how it fuels his storytelling.

• “It felt like a revelation to find out that I was of the land. The fact that even needed to be a revelation speaks to the degrees of separation.”

Resonating with an Audience:

• Seth explains how sharing his experience of Belonging online allows others to “come up to breathe.”

• His channel provides a compassionate space for people to challenge societal norms and feel less alone in navigating environments that don't meet their needs.

Rewriting Narratives & Integrity:

• Seth speaks about rewriting inner narratives, especially around responsibility and integrity.

• “My threshold for integrity has changed.”

• We discuss the dynamic nature of integrity, grief’s role in expanding capacity for paradox, and holding space for these evolving concepts.

Grief & Love in the Wild:

• Seth recounts his experience in a traditional skills course, entering with grief and anger but emerging with love for the wildness of Earth.

• He emphasizes his mission to be a steward of local ecology, noting the importance of developing intuition through time spent on the land.

Reconnecting with Place & Slow Living:

• “The work is always where I am . . . my journey is to reindigenize and become a keystone species in my environment.”

Tending Relationships:

• Seth shares insights on deepening his relationship with his mother, noting the lack of models for this as an adult man.

• He reflects on initiation, his craving for initiation, and how the Earth and his father’s spirit now guide him through initiatory experiences.

Wild Foraging & Trust in the Land:

• Seth speaks about trusting the wildness of nature, from foraging to grieving in the elements.

• “I can go out and meet a storm. I can go out and eat food from the land. I can be held there. I can grieve in that place.”

Men’s Work & Brotherhood:

• Seth reflects on reconnecting with men in meaningful ways, reshaping his judgments, and exploring what masculinity looks like today.

• He advocates for bringing the lessons of brotherhood back home, grounding them in real relationships and communities.

Creativity, Vulnerability, & Authenticity:

• Seth describes the evolving nature of vulnerability and authenticity in his creative process.

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"I believe that humanity does yearn to find that sense of purpose—Being, Becoming, Belonging—we need to be connected to something that feels utterly real and bigger. And I would suggest that is the Web of Life."

— Manda Scott

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We begin this conversation with Manda sharing her guiding narratives, emphasizing humanity's need to reconnect with the Web of Life. She discusses the importance of becoming conscious nodes within Earth's living matrix and our sacred yearning for deeper connections beyond individualism. Manda critiques our current systems as unfit for purpose and calls for a collective reimagining of our futures.

We explore the significance of systems thinking in understanding individual and collective behaviours, along with the role of narratives in shaping our reality. Manda highlights the healing potential of connecting with the Ecological Self and the importance of deepening our felt-sense capacity to engage with the Web of Life. Our discussion invites listeners to consider the transformative power of community and reciprocity, along with the potential for regenerative futures from broken systems.

As we reflect on Belonging, Manda shares her shamanic experiences and the narratives that have shaped her understanding of purpose and connection. This episode inspires listeners to envision a future grounded in integrity, compassion, and a shared commitment to healing ourselves and the planet.

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Thematic Show Notes

Guiding Narratives & Connection to Life:

• Manda explores the narratives guiding her life.
• Emphasizes telling stories where connection is integral to being human.

Yearning for Belonging:

• Humanity’s desire to belong to something greater finds its most grounded and authentic expression in the Web of Life.
• “We need to be connected to something that feels utterly real and bigger.”

Critiquing Systems & Finding New Paths:

• Criticism of the current systems, especially capitalism, and the need for alternative, life-affirming ways.
• “In the ashes of its destruction are beautiful things that we can move forward.”

Healing Beyond Individualism:

• The limits of individual trauma healing and the need to connect with the Ecological Self.
• How to process the world’s trauma without becoming overwhelmed.

Feeling-Sense & Urban Connection:

• Deepening our felt-sense capacity to connect with the elements and Web of Life in any environment and at any time.
• “The world is speaking back.”

Reciprocity & Life-Affirming Thoughts:

• True reciprocity is about affirming life, not transactions.
• Aligning thoughts with life’s natural movements for a deeper connection.

Stories & Transformation:

• The power of storytelling to connect ancient wisdom with modern life.
• Manda’s shamanic experiences that shaped her writing and orientation toward Life.

Shared Values & Future Visioning:

• Envisioning shared values like integrity and compassion to transcend politics.
• Imagining life seven generations ahead and embracing our birthright of connection.

Final Prayer:

• Manda’s parting prayer encourages listeners to embrace their connection to the Web of Life.

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“We have been programmed, trained, and encouraged not to care because it is not logical. The answer is to go back into our hearts.”

— Katie Gray

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We begin this episode by reflecting on the belief that we "deserve to suffer" and its impact on our lives, leading us to explore the nature and pervasiveness of trauma. Our guest, Katie, introduces her trauma resolution and healing methodology, The Empowered Heart, and shares insights on courageously deepening our connection to the heart. We discuss how intimate relationships can act as catalysts for healing, the importance of developing a healthy relationship with pain, and the concept of safety and self-trust.

Katie emphasizes the need to resensitize ourselves to the natural world and the importance of “mothering the mother”. She shares her experience in caring for her mother who was diagnosed with dementia, and how it has deepened her connection to self, other, mother, and Earth. Throughout our conversation, Katie highlights the transformative power of healing trauma, encouraging us to shift from a "me" mentality to a collective "we" or "us," welcoming in a more connected and compassionate existence. Join us as we humbly explore how to rediscover our true selves beyond our past pains and build a harmonious relationship with the world around us.

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Thematic Show Notes

Understanding and Integrating Trauma:

• We explore what it means to understand and integrate the complexity past trauma, including how intimate relationships can serve as powerful catalysts for healing.

• Katie emphasizes the necessary interplay between fear, safety, disconnection, and reconnection within ourselves and our relationships.

Establishing a Healthy Relationship with Pain:

• The importance of developing a healthy relationship with pain is underscored, along with the need to strengthen our ability to venture into the shadow territory of the unconscious to tend to the inner child for healing.

Safety, Security, and Self-Trust:

• We discuss the true meaning of safety, contrasting security with insecurity, and the vital importance of staying close to oneself.

• Katie shares her commitment to self-compassion and self-trust, asserting that true confidence arises from knowing and trusting oneself.

Connection to True Self and Radiant Life Force Energy:

• Katie explains her understanding of being connected to the essence of her true self, describing it as the "wild essence" and "unafraid radiance of life force energy."

Healing Human and Planetary Trauma:

• We address the need to heal human trauma to improve our relationship with the planet, emphasizing the bizarre need to control everything as a manifestation of unresolved trauma.

• Katie highlights the importance of resensitizing ourselves to feel the natural world, fostering a deeper connection and understanding of how to be in right relationship with the wildness of Earth.

Heart-Centered Care and Eldercare:

• Katie shares her experiences caring for her mother diagnosed with dementia, illustrating how this has strengthened her ability to communicate through the heart with the unseen, felt-sense dimensions of relationships.

• Her journey in eldercare has deepened her connection to Mother Earth, reinforcing the notion of "mothering the mother."

From 'Me' to 'We':

• Katie discusses how healing trauma helps shift the focus from individualism to a collective "we" or "us" mentality.

• She encourages the recognition that caring and nurturing are innate abilities we remember and embody when we heal and connect deeply with ourselves and others.

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“The most important thing is to give life to the stories and see how far you are able to go in service of the stories.”

— Jan Blake

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In this episode, we delve into the art and essence of storytelling, emphasising the significance of stewarding stories with a sense of custodianship, rather than merely portraying the role of a 'storyteller'. Our guest, Jan, shares her journey and insights into how storytelling has shaped her life and creative expression. We reflect on the significant responsibility of honouring the voices, experiences, landscapes, and cosmologies present within a story, even those of morally complex or treacherous character. Jan discusses the necessity of listening deeply and embracing vulnerability, authenticity, and presence in the storytelling process. Throughout our conversation, we reflect on the ways stories serve as a bridge to our collective memory, culture, and humanity. Jan’s perspective challenges us to look beyond the surface, recognize our shared human capacity for both darkness and transformation, and appreciate the beauty and messiness of the human experience. Jan also shares a couple of captivating stories, leaving us with profound contemplations and queries into the nature of being human.

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Thematic Show Notes

Custodianship of Stories:

• Emphasise the role of being a custodian of a story rather than just a storyteller.
• Importance of deeply listening to a story to tell it authentically.
• Honouring the landscape, cosmology, and people of the story, including morally complex characters.
• Avoiding moral high ground; understanding the universal human capacity for any action in a story.

Authenticity and Presence:

• The necessity of being fully present and vulnerable in storytelling.
• Balancing identity and authenticity in storytelling.
• Storytelling as a means of self-repair and personal growth.

Identity and Background:

• Jan’s background as a second-generation Caribbean diasporic woman in England and its influence on her storytelling.
• The intersection of personal and cultural history in shaping a storyteller's voice.

Challenges and Growth in Storytelling:

• Overcoming academic pressures and external judgments to embrace storytelling.
• The importance of improvisational readiness and being present in the moment.
• How lived experiences deepen the meaning and impact of stories.

Community and Cultural Memory:

• The relationship between community and storytelling.
• Stories as memories that remind us of what we risk losing.
• The role of storytelling in culture-making within the mundane and ordinary aspects of life.

Embracing Complexity and Messiness:

• Recognizing the impact of colonialist narratives on stories.
• Accepting the messiness of life and the human condition.
• Wrestling with fundamental darkness and highest self, and the importance of this struggle.

Transformation, Impact, and Wildness:

• Human capacity for transformation and the significance of individual impact.
• Reflecting on what 'wildness' means in the context of Jan's identity and experiences.

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“The domain of wisdom is the unanswered question.”

— Angell Deer

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In this episode, we sink into some important depths of the human experience, honouring life's transformative trials and tribulations along the journey toward wholeness. Join us as we tenderly traverse the terrain, uncovering invaluable qualities forged amidst adversity and exploring the distinction between mere knowledge and embodied wisdom.

Together, we reflect on the sacredness of mystery and the profound humility that accompanies genuine understanding and healing. Amidst our contemplations, we revere nature as a primary teacher, acknowledging its ancient laws and the vital role it plays in our collective journey of healing.

This dialogue invites us to welcome life's mysteries and envision a new collective dream rooted in love, curiosity, and gentleness. Let us be guided by the wildness of the heart and the boundless wisdom of the unknown.

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Being Human, Being Divine:

• The idea that the more human one becomes, the more divine they are.
• Reflect on the wisdom of the wounded healer archetype.

Knowledge and Wisdom:

• Distinguish between knowledge and embodied experiential wisdom.
• The expansiveness of embracing a not-knowing orientation to life’s mysteries.
• Recognize the sacredness in the unknown and the wisdom born from struggles.

Authenticity and Healing:

• The importance of authenticity, honesty, and humility in healing.
• The transformative power of acknowledging and embracing wounds.
• Cultivate acceptance and welcome for the mysteries within oneself and others.

Sacredness and The Unknown:

• The connection between the sacred and the unknown.
• Embrace the "don’t know mind" as a pathway to immediacy and presence.
• Challenge the ego-driven need to be right and open to ancient wisdom beyond mere knowledge.

Communion with Nature:

• Explore the role of land as a primary teacher and the importance of deep listening.
• Examine the slow process of decolonizing the self and connecting with the land.
• The importance of discerning timeless, ancient wisdom from outdated practices.

Unity and Service:

• Reflect on the teachings of unity and service found in nature, particularly amongst bees.
• Contemplate the importance of balancing prayers for life and death, honouring both seen and unseen.
• Action and service as sacred pathways of spiritual growth.

Healing and Inclusivity:

• Contemplate the violence inherent in exclusive healing versus inclusive healing.
• Embrace imperfection as sacred and beautiful.
• Explore the need for a new collective dream.
• Draw parallels between Andean cosmologies and Norse shamanic traditions.

Loving the World:

• The importance of loving and engaging with the world through the heart no matter what.
• The necessity of gentleness with oneself as the foundation for transformative work.
• What Wild Heart Revival means for Angell.

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"When we are curious, we are naturally more open. When we pause, we create space to hear our own wisdom."

— Zlatka Cholakova

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In this episode, we play at the intersection of the mystical and the practical, exploring how contemplation opens pathways to clarity and authenticity. Drawing from ancient tantric traditions like the Dhuni fire practice, we reflect on the profound power of aligning our rituals with the elements. By engaging in everyday rituals, we immerse ourselves in the enigmatic essence of existence, honouring the wisdom inherent in simplicity. Zlatka shares her journey with the Gene Keys system, illustrating how it serves as a contemplative tool, integrating shadows to unveil our gifts. We learn to welcome all emotions, even numbness, as we navigate the ever-fresh present moment. Trust emerges as a guiding force, fostering reciprocity and abundance, while courage leads us through the transformative journey of Becoming. Ultimately, this episode prompts reflection on weaving the golden thread of our hearts into the fabric of our lives, acknowledging that our vitality springs not only from our individual self, but from our interconnectedness, like any thriving ecosystem.

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Thematic Show Notes

Unlocking Clarity through Contemplation:

• Explore the transformative power of contemplation as a way of opening the self to greater authenticity and clarity.

• Understand the importance of grounding 'higher' aspects of self into the body and earth, finding connection through simple daily rituals.

Gene Keys As A Path of Self-Discovery:

• Follow Zlatka's personal journey into the Gene Keys system and how she came to utilize it in her life's work.

• Gain insights from Zlatka's own Gene Key profile, discovering the contemplative tool's ability to bridge inherent shadows and gifts.

Balancing the Shadow and the Gift:

• Bridge the shadow and the gift to go deeper into the self, understanding the significance of contemplation in shedding light on these aspects.

• Explore the transformative potential of siddhis as the flowering of our essence and gain wisdom from Zlatka's teachings from her own Gene Key profile.

• Embrace the medicine of letting 'the numbness' in, welcoming the freshness of the new moment, and orienting toward inner Home.

Cultivating Trust and Reciprocity:

• Reflect on the necessity of trust in nurturing relationships and fostering abundance, understanding that prosperity flourishes when we trust in life's synchronicities.

• Discover Zlatka's biggest work: to trust in others and be honest in exploring where and why trust may falter.

• Explore the essential cycles of decline and expansion throughout life, trusting in the support of nature.

Embracing the Golden Path:

• Understanding that shadows are not meant to vanish but evolve alongside us as seeds for evolution.

• Learn how the Gene Keys system helps us to focus on our gifts and walk the path of the heart, weaving the golden thread in our relationships, work, and life.

• Recognize the importance of allowing others into our lives and weaving our heart vision out into the world, understanding that we are part of an ecosystem just like nature.

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"Life seems to invite us to surrender before it makes sense."

— Patrick Sellin

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From embracing the potent catalysts of paradox and vulnerability to cultivating conscious connections through trust, authenticity, and breathwork, each theme of this episode unfurls like the petals of a wildflower, inviting beauty and evolution. We delve into the power of surrender, confronting the ego's resistance to change and embracing life's uncertainties with courage, love, and grace. Through embodied integration, we weave intricate threads of somatic and emotional intelligence, nurturing wholesome maturation from diverse experiences. Exploring the nuances of seeking initiation and connection, we embrace the never-ending invitation to surrender to life's mysteries with openness and curiosity. Our entire conversation is gracefully guided by Patrick's poignant poetry.

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Thematic Show Notes

Surrender as Transformation:

• Embracing vulnerability as a catalyst for growth and self-discovery.

• Exploring the multifaceted nature of surrender and its role in personal transformation.

Cultivating Conscious Connection:

• Building trusting relationships through reciprocity and authenticity.

• Utilizing breathwork and paradoxical understanding to deepen connections with oneself and others.

Rewilding Self and Stories:

• Embracing life's fluidity and constant change as a source of authenticity.

• Cultivating liminal spaces for introspection and personal evolution.

Surrender and Personal Growth:

• Confronting the ego's resistance to surrender and embracing vulnerability as a path to growth.

• Choosing to surrender to life's uncertainties and embracing each moment with courage and love.

Integration and Maturation:

• Integrating diverse experiences and emotions to foster emotional maturity.

• Embracing responsibility and surrender as essential components of personal development.

Seeking Initiation and Connection:

• Exploring the absence of traditional rites of passage and yearning for meaningful connections.

• Surrendering to life's mysteries and embracing the unknown with openness and curiosity.

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"She’s a very gentle spirit, the spirit of cacao. She is loving, and she is potent and powerful at the same time. The lessons that she brings us are of love."

— Justin Waxman

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In this illuminating episode, we explore the origins, history, and cultural significance of cacao, from its ancient roots as ‘food of the gods’ in Central America to its modern-day status as both a revered superfood and an over-exploited commodity. From Justin, we learn about the Mayans’ relationship with cacao, the impact of European colonisation on the sacred fruit, and the complex realities of the contemporary chocolate industry, including the painfully pressing issue of child slavery. We also discuss topics such as the importance of direct trade, the medicinal properties of cacao, and the empowering potential of supporting cacao farmers. Justin shares his personal journey and connection with cacao, shedding light on its transformative power as both a physical and spiritual nutrient. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that will deepen your appreciation for the journey behind every chocolatey treat and the urgent need for transparency and ethical practices in the global industry.

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Thematic Show Notes

Origins and Mythology of Cacao

• Delve into the ancient roots of cacao as a revered and sacred plant in Central American mythology.

• Explore the historical and cultural significance of cacao as the "food of the gods" among indigenous peoples.

Historical Use and Preparation

• Learn about the Olmecs as the first people to use cacao and the Mayan rituals surrounding its consumption.

• Discover some of the practices of the Mayans and their meticulous preparation of cacao.

Encounters with European Colonization

• Investigate the impact of the Spanish conquest on cacao and its integration into Europe and Africa.

• Discover the rich beauty of the "flowery wars" of the Mayans.

Modern Chocolate Industry

• Follow the development of modern, processed cocoa and the rise of multinational corporations in the chocolate industry.

• Learn about the harsh realities of child slavery in Western African cacao farming and the challenges of accountability.

Empowering Cacao Farmers

• Explore solutions to transparency issues in the chocolate industry, including the importance of direct trade and fair compensation for farmers.

• Highlight the gritty realities of being a cacao farmer and the need to dignify their labour.

• Gain insight into the importance of connecting with the story behind chocolate and advocating for ethical practices in the industry.

Medicinal Properties and Spiritual Significance

• Dive into the incredible medicinal properties of cacao as a superfood rich in antioxidants and essential minerals.

• Reflect on cacao's spiritual significance as a heart-opener and its transformative power on an emotional level.

Justin’s Journey with Cacao

• Hear from Justin about his personal relationship with cacao and how it opened his heart and emotional body.

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“If God truly loves the world, why wouldn’t God create as many paths as there are people?”

— Eric Elnes

In this episode, we meander our way around substantial aspects of spirituality and personal growth. Through discussions on the significance of identifying life's 'sweet spots' and 'un-carving our blocks', listeners are encouraged to contemplate the essence of being as compared to doing. Drawing parallels between the teachings of Tao and Christ, we uncover Jesus as a wild and provocative figure challenging societal norms while embodying profound compassion. Themes such as forgiveness, acceptance of uncertainty, understanding the nuances of temptation, and finding divinity in the darkness are illuminated as transformative gifts to be unearthed in the inevitable darkwood of our lives. Boldly challenging conventional perspectives on Christianity, Eric also advocates for an experimental and controversial approach labeled 'Christianity 3.0'.

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Rev. Dr. Eric Elnes is a nationally-recognized interfaith leader and award-winning author with a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. He's known for his book "Gifts of the Dark Wood," and as the former host of Darkwood Brew, a groundbreaking television program exploring faith and culture. During his ministry in Omaha, Nebraska, his congregation joined the Tri-Faith Initiative — where a Jewish synagogue, a Christian church, and an Islamic mosque co-located to a 38-acre Commons to move beyond interfaith dialogue into interfaith community. Currently, Dr. Elnes serves as an Interim Minister and Executive Director of the Eden Tree Foundation, focusing on leveraging technology for spiritual growth and interfaith exploration. He's also deeply passionate about the "Christian Pluralism Project," an initiative dedicated to fostering inclusivity among Christians committed to interfaith dialogue and cooperation.

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Thematic Show Notes

Exploring Life's Essence:

• Recognizing and cherishing moments of joy and fulfillment in life.
• Overcoming obstacles as a means for personal growth and fulfillment.

Balancing Doing and Being:

• Contrasting active tasks with contemplative presence in the moment.
• Drawing parallels between Christ's teachings and Taoist principles.

Deepening Spiritual Connection:

• Exploring the transformative power of love and diverse paths to God.
• Remembering Jesus as a provocative figure inspiring change.

Encountering the Divine:

• Reflecting on divine experiences amidst life's challenges.
• Embracing heaven as a present reality in everyday life.

Forgiveness, Resilience, and Mortality:

• Liberating effects of forgiveness in healing relationships.
• Finding strength and peace in the face of adversity and mortality.

Navigating Uncertainty and Temptation:

• Viewing uncertainty as an opportunity for growth.
• Reflecting on the challenges and shaping influences of temptation.

Reimagining Faith and Controversy:

• Challenging traditional notions and embracing change in Christianity.
• Exploring controversy's transformative potential in faith.
• Imagining what a ‘Christianity 3.0’ might be li

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“Tuning into my hands — an extension of my heart, this body, this vessel containing my soul, and connected to Spirit — has been helping me move and transform.”

— Brooke Fenton

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In this third episode, we set out on a meaningful exploration of faith, rootedness, remembrance, and belonging, delving into the wild wisdom of the heart and finding solace in the simplicity of 'what is'. Through tender reflections on humility and surrender, we embrace the necessity of being moved by life's natural flows. Nurturing strong roots and seeking a sense of home within ourselves and the world, we explore authenticity and integration as a means of honouring the sacred in the mundane. Guided by the teachings of master plants, we unearth the vital importance of elemental harmony and the clarity needed to channel life's blessings through our being.

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Thematic Show Notes

Faith and Rootedness:

• Exploring faith as a deep connection to the heart.
• Finding solace in simply being present with 'what is'.
• Understanding faith as less about explanation and more about embodiment.

Humility and Surrender:

• Reflecting on the meaning of humility in any given moment.
• Embracing the necessity of being moved by the natural flows of life.

Connection and Belonging:

• Nurturing strong roots and longing to belong.
• Seeking a sense of home within ourselves and the world.

Authenticity and Integration:

• Embracing our true selves and resonating with authenticity.
• Bridging the gap between earth and sky through the heart.
• Integrating profound experiences into the fabric of everyday life.

Creative Expression and Clarity:

• Exploring the creative capacity of being 'clay people'.
• Tuning into the subtleties of life to find clarity amidst chaos.

Elemental Wisdom and Balance:

• Learning from the teachings of master plants.
• Understanding elemental balancing and its significance.

Spiritual Connection and Embodiment:

• Acknowledging the possibility of being a clear channel for life.
• Returning to the Mother and honouring our embodied existence.

Wild Heart Revival:

• Embracing the journey of self-discovery and authenticity.
• Recognizing each moment as a sacred prayer and every movement as a reflection of the soul's deepest yearnings.

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“It’s important to honour what the practice really is: showing up with wonder, curiosity, openness, spaciousness, with a love of mystery.”

— Rosemerry Trommer

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In the second episode of Wild Heart Revival, Rosemerry Trommer beckons us into a grounded exploration of the plentiful well of possibility that is poetry, inviting us to draw from its depths and discover the richness therein. Where Earth, Heart, and Spirit converge, the wild and rugged beauty of cave-like love exists, alongside the graceful flight of rough-legged hawks, and the radiant warmth of the sun. With sincerity and transparency, Rosemerry unveils the poetic gifts nestled within grief, love, and wonder, inviting us to embrace the simplicity that underlies each moment. Join us as we wander through the tangled landscapes of language and poetry, with bewilderment, curiosity, and a reverence for the mysteries that surround us.

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Poetry as a Pathway to Deeper Connection with Nature:

• Exploring how poetry and a poetic orientation can deepen our love and appreciation for the natural world.

Embracing Authenticity and Transparency:

• Being aware of what is true and meeting the world in a real, intimate, and transparent way.

Navigating the Creative Process:

• Recognizing the dangers of seeking specific outcomes in the creative process and the importance of touching truth in creative endeavors.

Soulful Self-Authorship and Transformation:

• Delving into the intentional transformation of our guiding metaphors and the concept of soulful self-authorship.

Understanding Language as Metaphor:

• Exploring the idea that all language is metaphorical and acknowledging the limits of metaphors in capturing the essence of experience.

• “All language is metaphor . . . As exciting as they are [metaphors], they all have their limits. Knowing that each one does its very best to point to the heart of it but none of them ever get to. They are just doing their best. That is all a metaphor can do.

• Purposefully re-crafting our metaphors in service to our hopes, dreams, intentions, and desires.

The Entanglement of Grief and Joy:

• Examining the relationship between joy and grief, and how they intertwine in the human experience.

Letting Go and Allowing Life to Unfold:

• Reflecting on the process of letting go of the metaphor of "holding" and embracing the idea of letting life come to us.

• “Life itself moves through us to meet itself” — Rosemerry

Simplicity Amidst Complexity:

• Unearthing the paradox of simplicity and complexity, and the importance of trusting in the natural unfoldin

“Repair — to pair again with other alliances — making us alive in ways we don’t even know how to speak to yet.”

— Báyò Akómoláfé

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In this first episode of Wild Heart Revival, Bayo guides us into an exploration of a timely concept that he calls 'A Politics of Tenderness,' navigating the fluidity of identity and challenging societal norms. From radical accompaniment to the wild wisdom of tricksters, Bayo invites us to embrace an animist’s ethics along our mythic quest for deeper self-and-other understanding. The conversation also traverses the transformative territory of initiatory rites, the wisdom of death as an advisor, and the vibrant playfulness of creation. Through Bayo's lens, we contemplate 'Wild Heart Revival' as a dynamic space for questioning, repair, and forging new alliances beyond human-centric perspectives. Thematic show notes below.

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A Politics of Tenderness:

• Bayo advocates for a politics rooted in tenderness, urging inquiry into the fluid boundaries of identity and the crisis of rigid categorizations.

• He challenges the violence inherent in framing concepts like home and identity, proposing a reevaluation of these constructs.

• Emphasizes the need to blur the lines that divide individuals and cultivate empathy for the "fugitive other."

Radical Accompaniment and Stranger Solidarities:

• Explores the concept of radical accompaniment and the formation of solidarities beyond familiar boundaries.

Animist Ethics:

• Discusses the necessity of embracing an animist ethics that recognizes the interconnectedness and vitality of all beings.

The Trickster in Times of Change:

• Considers the role of the trickster archetype during periods of significant societal transformation.

• Questions the consequences of taking life too seriously and the value of embracing ambiguity.

Initiatory Rites and Personal Growth:

• Reflects on the transformative experience of initiatory rites, particularly in Bayo's journey to manhood following his father's death.

A New Cosmology of Death:

• Views death as a trusted advisor, proposing a reimagining of its role within a new cosmological framework.

The Playfulness of Creation:

• Explores the playful nature of the universe and its ongoing process of self-interrogation, highlighting the intersection of dread, wonder, and play.

Wild Heart Revival:

• Bayo shares his interpretation of "Wild Heart Revival," rejecting a simplistic return to past ideals and instead advocating for a dynamic, Dionysian spirituality.

• Envisions it as a space for questioning, repair, and forming new alliances beyond human-centric perspectives.

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“Not turning away is the first step towards action.”

— Joshua Wright

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Joshua shares some of his journey as a young environmental activist, reflecting on how his early travels around the world ignited a deep passion for protecting the Earth. Along the way, he created Eden’s Last Chance, a film documenting his search for grounded solutions to the environmental polycrisis, featuring interviews with climate scientists and frontline activists.

In this conversation, Joshua and Tei discuss their involvement in the Fairy Creek Blockades, Canada’s largest act of civil disobedience, and explore the emotional and spiritual dimensions of activism. They highlight the courage required to confront difficult truths in the face of a powerful military-industrial complex. Joshua advocates for a degrowth-based society rooted in land, community, and connection, while inviting listeners to embrace their roles as agents of change and foster a compassionate relationship with the natural world.

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Origins of Environmentalism and Activism:

• Joshua’s early travels with family shaped his environmentalism from a young age.

• His deep interest in trees led to researching old growth forests and the logging industry, particularly in Washington State.

• At 14, he rejected societal expectations, dropped out of high school, and began making the documentary Eden’s Last Chance.

Philosophy on Life and Activism:

• “We’re all going to die one day, so why does it matter how many toys or prestige we have?”

• Advocates for a degrowth-based society and living in relationship with the land.

• A richer life is one lived in communion with the Earth, rather than dominating it.

• Joshua’s time in Tanzania, surrounded by lions and elephants, solidified his commitment to environmental activism.

Balancing the Warrior and Lover:

• We reflect on what it means to be an environmental warrior, and the need for balancing love for the Earth as a guiding force.

Facing the Climate Crisis and Broader Problems:

• Joshua critiques mainstream climate discourse for failing to address the underlying issues of human supremacy, colonization, and industrial civilization.

• We emphasise the wisdom of elder forests and bioregions and their vital role for the climate of mind, heart, and soul.

• Radical accompaniment: Turning toward the pain of environmental destruction with the same compassion we’d show a loved one in their dying.

• “It’s not tragic that we’re going to die; it’s tragic that we’re destroying the processes of Life.”

Challenging the Mechanistic Worldview:

• Life and the cosmos are animate systems, not mechanistic structures. Joshua highlights that the universe itself is consciousness.

Fairy Creek Blockades & A Revolution of Spirit:

• Joshua played a key role in organizing the Fairy Creek Blockades, Canada’s largest act of civil disobedience, resisting colonial logging efforts.

• Tei shares personal experiences from Fairy Creek, including being arrested and the violence inflicted by the Canadian military industrial complex.

• We discuss the complex dynamics between law enforcement and activists.

• Joshua reflects on the spiritual revolution that emerged from the movement.

Activism as Contemplative and Creative:

• Tei advocates for a contemplative approach to activism, processing difficult emotions and experiences regeneratively.

• The power of peaceful, creative, artful, and feminine activism.

Final Messages:

• Joshua’s advice: love the land so deeply that you’d die to protect it.

• True allyship with the land involves understanding its living flows and forces.

• Joshua’s final call: don’t be a bystander—everyone can be an agent of change, protecting the places they love.

Welcome to Wild Heart Revival

Heart-felt conversations and stories and pathways of renewal and revival.

This brief introduction intends t o cultivate a nourishing ground in which to plant this project so that it may grow and bloom in a good way.

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"You start to live close to nature; you start to move toward your habitat. Then it becomes natural to live from the heart."

— Tim Matz

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In this carnal conversation, Tim shares his journey toward cultivating a heart-centred awareness in how he moves, lives, and loves. He reflects on how living close to the land and immersing himself in the wilderness have served as transformative initiatory processes, stripping away the noise and distractions of civilization to reveal a clearer, more connected, and reverent experience of life as a human animal. Tim discusses the significant role of horses in his self-cultivation and his heartfelt commitment to raising his children with a strong sense of belonging to Earth. He explores themes of shedding toxic masculine traits, embracing vulnerability, and the importance of deep embodied listening. Through his insights on holistic health, connection, discipline, and purpose, Tim invites listeners to reconnect with their inherent nature and rediscover the fundamental nutrients of life that arise from our profound interrelationship with the wild world.

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Living from the Heart & Connection to Nature:

Tim's maturation and developing a heart-centred awareness.

Living closer to nature naturally leads to living from the heart.

He strives for intentional, humble living, deeply connected with the environment and elemental forces: “I want to grow smaller . . . and more into my landscape.”

Wilderness as Initiation:

Tim’s years of wilderness retreat, alongside human teachers and horses, was a powerful initiation.

“My heart is connected to this planet,” he says, emphasizing how nature stripped away noise, connecting him to his elemental body: “I am the tissues of the planet.”

Reverence for Life & Clarity:

Immersion in wilderness fosters a deeper reverence for life. Removing civilisational 'noise' allows greater clarity and depth of experience.

“Always be vigilant and moving your energy to maintain clarity so you can go deeper.”

Parenthood & Self-Cultivation:

Tim’s life is dedicated to self-cultivation, aiming to be a mirror for his children, raising them with a sense of belonging to Earth.

The Power of Horses & Wildness:

Tim’s relationship with horses taught him to surrender and connect harmoniously with nature, viewing it as an initiation into wildness: “Most of the world is not human.”

Rediscovering Our Nature:

Tim emphasizes our inseparable connection to our biology and habitat: “You are an upright walking mammal that needs nature. It is a fundamental nutrient.”

City life disconnects us from this, leading to illness and zooification of the human animal.

Shedding Stories & Cultivating Listening:

Tim reflects on shedding toxic masculinity and embracing sensitivity. He believes in the power of men expressing pain and grief.

His greatest skill: listening with the wholeness of his being, allowing for experiences beyond identity and story.

Discipline & Purpose:

Tim explores his discipline and what drives him, asking: What is he a disciple to, and what is his ‘why’?

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"The descent turns on the inner gaze; it turns on our seeing."

— Dajé Alōh 

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We open this deeply reflective episode with Dajé sharing how her move to New Mexico and the powerful ‘desert medicine’ of the land have shaped her in recent years. Together, we explore the energies of both Coyote and Wolf, examining their contrasting influences and the interplay between masculine and feminine polarities. Dajé offers profound insights on reclaiming creative emergence and Vision in a culture often at odds with deep Soul Work, highlighting the Heart’s essential role in the visionary process and the radical, inherent Belonging we all share as children of Earth. We also probe the importance of the mythic Descent to Soul in accessing our truest Essence. Dajé reflects on the often-overlooked downsides of feedback culture and her ongoing contemplation of how to align her work more closely with her Essence. This episode invites listeners to acknowledge and embrace their inner wildness and creative genius, encouraging them to rise in their creations from deep, rooted depths. It offers rich reflections on creativity, transformation, and visionary liberation.

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Finding Home in the Desert & Coyote & Wolf Medicine:

• Dajé’s experience settling in New Mexico and the impact of the land’s “desert medicine.”

• Exploration of Coyote’s trickster qualities and its role in dissolving binaries.

• Reflection on the interplay and contrasts between masculine and feminine energies through Coyote and Wolf medicine.

Reclaiming Creative Emergence:

• Discussion on reclaiming creativity and vision in a challenging cultural climate.

• Connection between essence and regenerative visionary creation.

• “We are all accessing the developmental arc of our Essence through vision and choose whether to engage or not.”

Essence, Purpose, and Alignment:

• Contrasting the concepts of essence, purpose, and alignment.

• “Alignment is momentary; purpose is situational. But Essence is forever.”

• The visionary process as a means to care for culture by liberating Essence.

Heart and Grief in Visionary Work:

• The heart’s responsiveness to the environment and its role in the visionary process.

• Exploration of grief as a key element in creative emergence and transformation.

The Inheritance of Belonging:

• Reflection on inherent belonging to Earth, emphasizing it as a fact rather than something to be earned.

• The importance of listening as an act of worship and connection.

Descent to Soul and Visionary Transformation:

• Exploring the descent to soul and its connection to visionary crises and creation.

• The violence and beauty of transformation likened to a caterpillar becoming a butterfly.

• Critique of the biomedical paradigm in supporting deep soul work and the need for soulful guidance.

The Deep Earthiness of the Goddess:

• Examination of the rich, dark aspects of the Goddess and their contrast with modern Goddess movements.

Wildness of the Heart & Dajé’s Personal Journey with Work:

• Reflection on connecting with the wildness of the heart and embracing life’s depths.

• Dajé’s regenerative approach to work and the challenges of feedback culture.

Final Reflections:

• Dajé’s contemplation on balancing personal approval with following her soul’s calling.

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“Stories never end; they just continue, evolve, and become something new.”

— Iain McIntosh

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In this thought-provoking episode, Iain invites us on a transformative journey from Plato’s Cave to Pluto’s Cove. Beginning by introducing a dream-inspired analogy of a dilapidated theme park, he questions the deeper significance of this ‘broken-down’ setting and its metaphorical implications for our collective experience at this time. Iain reflects on the evolving nature of stories and underscores the importance of asking, “What happens next?” as a pivotal question in our current historical moment. We delve into the contrast between productivity and rest, consumerism and the Law of Reciprocity, and explore what it might mean to create in harmony with Natural Laws and Earthly powers rather than fighting against them or ignoring them. Iain also shares personal stories, including a serious car accident, weaving these experiences into the themes of our discussion. This episode offers a rich exploration of evolving perspectives, embracing transformation, the dance of time, and the deep mythic threads of connection that shape our journey of Becoming.

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The Dilapidated Theme Park:

• Iain introduces the analogy of a ‘broken-down theme park’ from his dreamscape.

• Key lessons from this dream journey are explored.

• We delve into the significance of what’s growing in the cracks and why these overlooked forces matter.

Plato's Cave to Pluto's Cove:

• Extends the Plato's Cave analogy into a new story, 'Pluto's Cove.'

• The evolving nature of stories is emphasized, along with the question, “What happens next?”

The Cosmic Giggle:

• Reflects on embracing ‘the cosmic giggle’ in navigating life’s ebbs and flows.

• This playful perspective is highlighted as a way to continue evolving beyond any perceived story’s end.

Hope as a Trickster:

• We discuss hope as a non-binary trickster, challenging conventional views.

• Iain encourages a nuanced and flexible understanding of life’s unfolding narratives.

The Spiral of Change:

• Change as a spiraling process with forward momentum.

• The significance of diversity of perspective in navigating this journey is underscored.

Ancestry and Wounds:

• The concept of being “an ancestor to yourself.”

• How our wounds shape us and the importance of carrying them forward.

• Iain encourages awareness of the lines of gold in our lives that are often overlooked.

Consumerism vs. Reciprocity:

• We contrast consumerism culture with the law of reciprocity.

• We explore the importance of creating in harmony with natural law and Earthly powers.

Undone to Grow:

• We discuss the necessity of being undone to grow, evolve, and become.

• The opportunity within the process of undoing and the difference between the Soul’s pace and the ego’s pace is emphasized.

The Dance of Time:

• Reflections on the dance between Chronos and Kairos.

• Presence is explored as a way to facilitate a different perception of time, crucial in the art of counsel and the path of Becoming.

Assault on the Senses:

• We connect the assault on the wildness of Earth to an assault on our sense-making.

• The importance of reclaiming our integrated, sensorial selves and reconnecting with Earth’s wilds is highlighted.

Final Reflections:

• The conversation concludes with a reflection from Iain, offering listeners a final take-away that ties together the diverse themes explored in the episode.

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“Myth is a map of being.”

— Vincent Stanzione

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In this episode, we accompany Vincent as he traces his journey from childhood curiosity to his dedicated study of the ancient K’iche’ Maya text, the Popol Wuj. Vincent reveals the vital connections between place, language, myth, and culture, showing how Indigenous storytelling and wisdom is essential for reclaiming our humanity. We explore the rich mythic narratives of the Popol Wuj, gaining insights into the lives and landscapes of maize-growing cultures in the Americas and discovering how the text invites modern readers to engage deeply with imaginal realms while refining their sense of place and sustenance. Vincent also reflects on the importance of reviving ancient knowledge and stories to strengthen our relationship with the land and deepen our sense of belonging, wherever we are. This episode encourages listeners to decolonize their perspectives and imaginal capacities to reconnect with the mythic dimensions and place-based stories that shape our existence, whether we recognize it or not.

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Vinnie’s Journey to the Popol Wuj:

• Vinnie's path from childhood to academia and Guatemala, leading to his deep study of the ancient Maya text, the Popol Wuj.

• The significance of the Popol Wuj in understanding ancient maize-growing cultures in the Americas.

The Importance of Place:

• Exploring the concept of ‘place’ and its importance in Indigenous cultures, particularly for the Maya.

• The necessity of teaching children about place and its associated stories and myths.

• Quotes: “Indigenous people have a very strong sense of place.” and “Myth is a map of being.”

Language, Culture, and the Land:

• Discussion on how language and culture originate from the land.

• Vinnie’s experience learning Mayan languages and their non-abstract nature compared to English.

• A brief history of the Popol Wuj’s translations and its original purpose.

• A brief overview of the Spanish conquest and its impact on Mesoamerican history, particularly the Mayans.

Key Themes and Stories of the Popol Wuj:

• Introduction to the Popol Wuj as the cosmogony of the K’iche’ Maya, a story of “the many-treed people.”

• The mythic meaning of ‘the twins’ and their connection to Maya land, animals, food, and life-ways.

• Discussion on the use of psychedelics (bufo, psilocybin, datura) and practices like live heart extraction (sacrifice) in ancient Maya culture.

• Emphasis on the idea of “reciprocity of sustenance.”

Reviving Ancient Wisdom:

• Vinnie’s reflections on how the Popol Wuj has shaped his understanding of self, other, and place.

• Invitation to listeners to engage in decolonizing the self.

• The importance of reviving ancient indigenous knowledge, with the Popol Wuj as a key text.

Belonging and Myth:

• Discussion on how myths expand our sense of self and resonate deeply within us.

• Encouragement to connect with the stories of the places we inhabit to foster a sense of belonging.

• Quotes: “When we belong to a place we are always going to treat it better.” and “The liberation of the Human Soul is up to each and every one of us.”

Closing Thoughts:

• The necessity of connecting with myth to find meaning and feel at home in the world.

• Vinnie’s final message on the power of myth and the journey to liberate the Human Soul.

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“We are all indigenous to Earth. We all belong to this lineage.”

— Alena Natalia

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In this grounding conversation, Alena guides us through some of her rich life experiences and insights, from her childhood in Soviet Moscow and summers in the wilds of Massachusetts to her travels across 75 countries seeking diverse teachers and teachings. Her early encounters with nature and an extraordinary experience at age 14 sparked her wandering quest for a deeper understanding of reality. Alena shares valuable insights on belonging, reclaiming our unique gifts, healing our wounds, reconnecting with the lineage of Earth, and deepening our relationship with the wild within and around us to become more whole. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of living a life grounded in purpose, presence, and the intrinsic power of Earthly elementals and the Feminine essence of reality.

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Reclaiming Unique Gifts and Medicine:

• Alena explores how our childhood experiences, wounds, and passions often reveal the unique gifts we are meant to share with the world.

• She emphasizes the importance of courage in reclaiming these innate gifts.

Global Journey for Wisdom:

• Having traveled to 75 countries, Alena sought diverse teachers and teachings to deepen her understanding of reality, especially the feminine nature of reality.

• She discusses how humanity is ready to reintegrate this feminine understanding into our shared consciousness.

Belonging and Lineage:

• Alena speaks on the importance of belonging to ourselves, our ancestors, and the Earth, rather than compulsively mimicking other culture’s human-made lineages.

• She questions what it means to belong to the lineage of Earth, highlighting our cosmic-biological connection to the planetary system of which we are an integral part.

Healing Through Earth Indigeneity:

• Alena delves into the wounds of displacement and the importance of remembering our indigenous connection to Earth as a whole system.

• She discusses how modern humans have strayed from the feminine Earthly powers and the need to reconnect with them in order to become whole.

Nature and Relationship:

• Highlighting the pain the land experiences from human displacement, Alena emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships with the elementals, our more-than-human kin, and our ancestral lands.

• She believes all land, all of nature, desires a nourishing, co-creative relationship with humans.

The Feminine Holds All:

• Alena explores the feminine nature of the cosmos, which encompasses all dualities and naturally fosters balance, healing, and transformation.

• She addresses modern feminism, cautioning against perpetuating issues of modernity and emphasizing the need for sensitive balance and integration.

Wounds and Wholeness:

• Discussing the nature of wounds, Alena describes them as messengers of love calling us back into harmony.

• She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and shining awareness on our wounds to allow for natural alchemical processes to occur of their own accord.

Wandering and Belonging:

• Alena shares her personal journey of not feeling like she belonged to one place, leading her on a quest for a deeper sense of belonging to all of Earth in the here and now.

• She speaks on the importance of wandering as a stage in the evolution of the human soul and the significance of laying roots as we go.

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“Persistence hunting is the apex of human engagement with the natural world.”

— Eric Haas

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Join us as we explore Eric’s journey through self-discovery, fatherhood, and service. He shares how caring for his son deepened his self-awareness and challenged the idea of being a ‘strong independent individual.’ Eric recounts his transformative path from travel and wilderness experiences to studying psychology, eventually leading to his time in the Kalahari Desert learning persistence hunting with the San people. Eric emphasises the human need to help others, the challenges of supporting vulnerable cultures, and the importance of humility and learning from indigenous elders. He also addresses reconnecting with our primal selves amid concerns about AI and virtual technologies. Through vivid stories of his persistence hunts and wildlife encounters, Eric reflects on his path from vegetarianism and veganism to ethical hunting, advocating for direct engagement with the world. He wraps up with his advice: "Be respectful. Be inspired. And find your own path."

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Eric's Motivations and Self-Exploration:

• Eric discusses his unique form of service and what motivates him to continue deepening into his practice.

• Fatherhood as a catalyst for self-exploration and growth, enhancing his ability to recognize his sensitivity and take better care of himself.

• Challenging the facade of being the ‘strong independent individual.’

Pathways to Transformation:

• Eric's journey from travel, wilderness experiences, and relationships across continents to studying psychology to melding it all into a unique bundle of gifts to give in service to place and peoples.

• How painful dynamics led him to prioritize self-exploration, healing, and growth, transforming his compulsive care for others into a conscious, reciprocal decision.

Connecting with the San People:

• Eric’s belief in the essential human need to help others.

• His transformative experience learning persistence hunting with the San people in the Kalahari Desert.

• His goal to inspire clients to support the San and their cultural regeneration through persistence hunting experiences, connecting with ancient human roots.

• The spiritual connection facilitated by persistence hunting and the San's deep knowledge of this practice.

Cultural Preservation and Ethical Practices:

• The complexity of helping vulnerable cultures and the negative impacts of certain charitable actions.

• Preserving indigenous cultures as an essential thread of humanity’s fabric, with every loss diminishing our collective heritage.

Bodily Wisdom and Psychological Health:

• Eric’s apprehensions around AI and virtual technologies driving his efforts to reconnect people with primal aspects of themselves.

• The significance of bodily wisdom versus embodied wisdom and fully inhabiting the body.

• The limitations of mainstream therapy compared to nature and indigenous psychology, emphasizing challenging physical activities as deeply spiritual growth opportunities.

Experiences in the Kalahari and Alaska:

• Eric's sense of homecoming with the San in the Kalahari, emphasizing the importance of humility and respect.

• Vivid stories from his persistence hunts and wildlife encounters, including an encounter with a bull elephant.

Ethical Hunting and Real Knowledge:

• Eric’s dietary journey from vegetarianism and veganism to ethical hunting practices.

• Advocating for experiencing life firsthand to gain real knowledge, emphasizing "killing with love" as a 'land ethic.'

• The essential difference between talking/thinking about things and truly understanding them through engagement with the world.

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“Presence is the portal to truth.”

— Oak Mountain

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This constructive conversation with Oak explores the transformative force of presence in communication and how it is a gateway to truth within ourselves and in our relationships. We navigate the subtle interplay between spoken words and unspoken gestures, alongside practical strategies for cultivating present moment awareness. Oak highlights how presence enhances focus, deepens intimacy, and fosters mutual understanding. Throughout the episode, we probe the nuances of compassionate communication and mindful reflection, offering insights into resolving conflicts with both empathy and skill. Drawing inspiration from improv comedy's 'yes, and...' approach, Oak emphasizes how curiosity and vulnerability nurture healthier relationships. Ultimately, this episode encourages you to fully embrace 'what is,' fostering more authentic connections with both others and yourself.

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Deepening Presence in Communication:

• Emphasis is placed on presence as a transformative gateway to truth, urging listeners to embrace 'what is' both internally and in their interactions.

• The discussion delves into the interplay between verbal and nonverbal cues, highlighting their role in fostering genuine connections.

Exploring Present Moment Awareness:

• Insights are shared on the mechanics of present moment awareness and its impact on relational dynamics.

• The importance of embodying full presence in listening and understanding is emphasised, challenging traditional notions of communication.

• Practical strategies for enhancing sensory perception and maintaining focus are discussed, encouraging a deeper connection with oneself and others.

Mindfulness and Relationship Dynamics:

• The role of mindfulness in redirecting focus and fostering open communication is explored.

• Discusses how mindfulness supports emotional regulation and enhances relational intimacy, promoting a shared reality in meaningful ways.

• Oak emphasises the power of curious humility.

• Practical techniques for inviting others into present moment awareness are offered, bridging disparate perspectives for deeper understanding.

Navigating Challenges in Communication:

• Strategies for navigating misunderstandings and conflicts with mindful reflection and compassionate communication are shared.

• The importance of vulnerability and curiosity in healthy relationships is underscored, drawing parallels to improv comedy's 'yes, and...' approach.

• The Truth vs. Truing Together.

• The episode concludes with reflections on personal growth.

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“We need to restore Earth systems patterns and relationships through bioregional organizing.”

— Joe Brewer

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2 for 1 TICKETS TO DANCING WITH DARKNESS

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Together with Joe, we explore the true meaning of collapse—not as an apocalyptic endpoint but as a transformation of stability, a shift in patterns. Joe invites us to move beyond fear and recognize that everyone alive today was born into an ongoing collapse. We discuss the planetary boundary tipping points already crossed, the unraveling of human social systems, and the urgent need for regenerative pathways so that humanity and countless other species may continue to share life on this beautiful blue planet.

Drawing from his book, The Design Pathway for Regenerating Earth, Joe shares how bioregional organizing, regenerative economies, and living system principles can guide us toward renewal. Through a deep ecological lens, we rediscover our ancestral roots, the essential role of healthy hydrological cycles, and the power of regenerative education to mend our relationships—with ourselves, each other, and Earth as our living home.

This episode is an invitation to shift from apathy and despair to heartfelt and life-centric action—to restore our bioregions, reimagine economics and education through an ecological lens, and reclaim the radical responsibility of regenerating Earth.

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“The wild man gives himself permission.”

— Samuel Adams

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TICKETS TO DANCING WITH DARKNESS

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This episode explores the heart of masculine wildness, the intelligence of the feminine, and the sacred dance between integrity and flow. Samuel shares his personal journey of re-wilding, embracing his femininity as a pathway to authentic masculinity. Together, we examine the immense challenges and opportunities men face in this era, touching on themes of freedom, responsibility, and the healing power of connection.

Through thoughtful reflections, Samuel illuminates the importance of listening deeply, honouring Earth’s rhythms, and reimagining responsibility as care for what we value. His words remind us that life is a wandering journey, and our wildness is deeply intertwined with the natural world’s squiggly, mysterious beauty.

This conversation offers a call to honour the seasons of life—particularly the wisdom of Winter—and to let go of what no longer serves so that we may grow into renewal.

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“I feel that my exhalation is my artistry; it’s how I give back to this life.”

— Huaira

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In this intimate and soulful conversation, Huaira shares the essence of her artistry, exploring what it means to live in devotion to creativity, self, and Earth. Together, we journey through the beautiful terrain of her life, touching on the joys and challenges of answering the soul's calling, honouring natural cycles, and embodying artistry as both a healing force and an act of resistance.

Huaira reflects on the sacred interplay of joy and grief, the profound responsibility of self-love, and how music has saved her time and again. We explore the tension between open-heartedness and guardianship, the rooted wisdom of Indigenous perspectives, and the essential dance of light and dark in witnessing the Divine.

Through her words, she offers a prayer for humanity’s harmonization with Earth, guided by curiosity, humility, and a shared commitment to future generations. Her stories, insights, and songs call us to honour the sacredness of our breath, our creativity, and our interconnectedness with all of Life.

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“Pleasure is an impeccable power source.”

— Kalah Hill

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In this evocative and transformative conversation, Kalah invites us to explore the vital force of pleasure—its power to heal, liberate, and connect. We speak of freedom, love, and erotic healing as Kalah shares some of her journey of reclaiming agency, choice, and responsibility in the realms of intimacy and desire.

Kalah illuminates how pleasure—woven into the very fabric of our being—can serve as both a healing modality and an act of resistance. She reflects on the courage required to tend the heart, the resilience found in joy, and the interplay of pain and pleasure in shaping a life of authenticity and connection.

We discuss the ecological and revolutionary nature of pleasure as a remedy for life's immense challenges, a wild and untamed power source, and a balm for the colonized heart-mind. With deep wisdom and vulnerability, Kalah reminds us that love is liberation, and liberation is love, offering a call to reclaim our pleasure and reconnect with Eros, the vitality of life.

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“There is no path to Peace. Peace is the path.”

— Gandhi

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In this humble and reflective conversation, Patrick, Murray, Thomas, and I explore what it means to cultivate peace, especially as men, amidst these beautifully troubled times. We share personal stories of peace, discuss the conscious choice to embody peace, and delve into how story, beauty, artistry, and the warrior within can nourish the collective field of peace. We also discuss their upcoming event, Men’s Prayer for Peace, a grounded gathering for men in the Appalachian mountains this April. Through sound, breath, and co-creative connection, it offers a transformative space for cultivating peace amongst brothers.

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“We all need nestedness throughout life.”

— Darcia Narvaez

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Drawing from her personal experiences, research, and insights, Darcia invites us to rethink relationship, reimagine kinship, and rediscover child-rearing through an ecological lens. We discuss her research on “the evolved nest” and how it can inspire more balanced, harmonious ways of living and growing together.

We explore the layers of nestedness—communal, intergenerational, and cosmic—revealing how these deep connections shape our well-being and the health of our communities. Darcia illuminates the contrast between Western and Indigenous wisdom traditions, offering a path back to the kinship worldview that can guide us toward balance, compassion, and a deeper sense of Belonging.

From the magic of breastmilk to the restorative power of play, and from the significance of the perinatal experience to the reverberations of morality throughout the Web of Life, this conversation calls us to rethink our place in the world and how we care for ourselves, one another, and all of Life, beckoning us toward a more balanced, interconnected, and nurturing way of Being.

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"Psychedelic literally means ‘soul-revealing,’ a necessary distinction that sets our compass squarely in the direction of this inner domain."

— Simon Yugler

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In this episode, Simon and I explore the evolving landscape of the so-called "psychedelic renaissance," delving into the soul-revealing potential of these powerful medicines and the importance of approaching them with respect, reverence, and an initiatory approach. We discuss the dangers of reducing psychedelics to mere mental health tools within a “business-as-usual” mindset, rather than honouring them as sacred guides for reconnecting with Soul.

Simon reflects on some of his personal journey—growing up in the U.S. and sensing a profound soullessness in the culture—and how psychedelics eventually played a key role in helping him access Soul, confront grief and shadow, and tap into deeper layers of the mythic. We explore the aliveness of myth and its power to reconnect us with our deep selves. We also discuss how psychedelics, when approached with reverence, can catalyze meaningful personal growth and spark collective transformation.

Throughout the conversation, Simon invites us to reflect on our relationship with psychedelics, Soul, land, myth, inner authority, and culture. He emphasizes both the complexity and necessity for cultural repair, the vital role of grief in culture-making, and how psychedelics can help awaken an animistic consciousness that honours reciprocity with the wild world.

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"I am a firm believer that we are all whole. Every single one of us is already whole."

— Seth Kaufmann

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We begin by discussing the concept of the “multidimensional self”. Seth contrasts our authentic, soulful essence with the “relative self,” the persona we construct through our names, personalities, roles, and experiences. In a world that often encourages us to seek fulfillment in external things, Seth invites us to turn inward and reconnect with our pure, unshakable truth.

Our conversation touches on healing, embodied awareness, and the role of empathy in remembering our innate wholeness. Seth shares his insights on the body’s natural ability to keep us safe, how unconscious stress becomes trapped in our fascia, and how breath, touch, and awareness create the foundation for somatic healing.

We explore the dynamics of trauma, shame, and the suppression of sexuality—how these unprocessed emotions manifest in the body and shape our relationships with ourselves and others. Seth offers reflections on how to gently tend to rigidity and emotional blockages, guiding us to soften and realign with our core values.

This episode invites us to reconnect with and reclaim our wholeness, honour the wisdom of our bodies, and live in deeper harmony with the natural rhythms of life.

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Multidimensional Self and Wholeness:

• Seth speaks on our inherent wholeness, contrasting the “relative self” shaped by experiences with our authentic essence.

• “We are all whole. Every single one of us is already whole.”

Embodied Awareness and Somatic Healing:

• Breath, movement, and awareness form the foundation of somatic healing, emphasizing the importance of listening to the body’s intuitive movements.

• “Forget about what modality... it’s breath, movement, and awareness. That’s the formula for healing.”

The Spine as the Superhighway of Consciousness:

• The spine as the central channel for consciousness, evolving from fluid origins.

• “The spine is the superhighway of human functioning.”

Trauma, Stress, and Shame:

• Seth discusses how unprocessed emotions and experiences are stored in the body, with shame, guilt, and anxiety as indicators of deeper wounds.

• “Shame is a protective mechanism to get into the deeper core emotions.”

Empathy in Reconnection:

• Empathy as a catalyst for reconnecting with our pure being and remembering our essential wholeness.

• “Empathy is essential for remembering our pure being.”

Sexuality and Suppression:

• Seth reflects on the challenges of embodying and expressing sexuality in a culture of repression, noting that suppressed desires manifest in toxic ways.

• “What is suppressed will be expressed . . . and it’s going to be toxic.”

Healing through Breath and Softening the Body:

• Approaching emotional blockages with breath and softening the stomach to release holding patterns.

• “Flexibility is about feeling safe in our bodies.”

The Dance of Growth and Stability:

• Growth requires grounding in stability, with patience for life’s rhythms.

• “Slow and steady will go far. We are a part of nature and we move in cycles and rhythms.”

Core Values as an Essential Guide:

• Core values shape how we navigate life and make decisions.

• “Our core values become a funnel that we get to make decisions through.”

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"Regeneration is about the dance of entropy and syntropy."

— Ganga Devi Braun

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Ganga invites us into a timely conversation about regeneration, resilience, and reconnecting with our deep selves. Reflecting on her childhood in hurricane-prone Florida, she shares how these natural disasters revealed the power of community solidarity and the human spirit's connective potential. Raised in an inter-spiritual ashram, Ganga developed a rich relationship with both land and spirit, shaping her early understanding of a regenerative paradigm that emphasizes life-affirming growth and possibilities beyond problems. Her interests and passions have led her down an unconventional path of learning and discovery, positioning her as a regenerative advisor dedicated to stimulating and inspiring genuine regenerative culture work.

Ganga introduces the concept of “the golden shadow,” encouraging us to embrace and integrate the valuable, unexpressed parts of our authentic selves, often hidden due to fear and rejection. Her healing journey from chronic pain and fatigue involved cultivating a grounded presence and safety within her body, leading to renewed health, understanding, and resilience that have fundamentally shaped her life and work. Our conversation concludes with her reflections on her personal relationship with Ram Dass, a teacher whose timeless wisdom has touched countless hearts.

Ganga’s poignant insights invite us to reconnect with the Web of Life, our local communities, and our true nature, nurturing a life that is rooted, regenerative, and resilient.

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Resilience and Community in Times of Disaster:

• Ganga shares her experience growing up in Florida and navigating hurricanes, reflecting on the sense of community that emerged from devastation.
• “Disasters, natural or not, bring people together rather than apart—they reveal our essential nature to collaborate with compassionate hearts.”

Rootedness and Inter-spiritual Faith:

• Ganga discusses her connection to the land she grew up on and the inter-spiritual ashram that shaped her childhood.
• Her upbringing instilled a foundational relationship to land and community, grounding her future work in regenerative culture.

Regeneration and Regenerative Culture:

• Ganga introduces the regenerative paradigm as a dance between entropy and syntropy, fostering renewal and creation.
• “When we cultivate a regenerative orientation to the world . . . we begin to notice not the problems but the potential of whatever situation we are in.”

Exploring the Golden Shadow:

• The concept of the “golden shadow” encompasses the valuable, unexpressed parts of our authentic selves, often hidden due to fear or societal rejection.
• “Our shadows . . . are the aspects of our authentic self that we have rejected because we have been told or given the impression that those parts about ourselves make us unlovable.”

Power, Reclamation, and Healing Trauma:

• Ganga’s path to self-understanding included disentangling from the influence of a cult leader in her youth, ultimately finding power grounded in love and discernment.
• “Regenerative work and trauma healing allow us to turn old narratives into fertile soil that can bring new life.”

Honouring the Totality of the Self:

• Emphasizing the importance of remembrance and rooting deeply into one’s true nature, Ganga draws on Earth’s wisdom for guidance.
• “Those involved in regenerative culture work see the world full of potential because we are constantly tending to the soil.”

The Body as a Sacred Instrument:

• Ganga recounts her healing journey from chronic fatigue, finding safety and presence in her body through relationship and self-compassion.

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“Part of what it means to be a poet right now is to know that we are surrounded by poems, that we live poems, that we are a poem, living. ”

— Rosemerry Trommer

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What does it mean to be a poet in these times of horror and wonder, beauty and despair? For Rosemerry, poetry is both bridge and practice: it joins the inner and outer worlds, invites us to stay present to what is, lets the world shape us, and offers something honest, authentic, and beautiful in return.

She describes poetry as an apprenticeship to mystery and an opening into a life of presence and praise. “One way to deal with the ache of the world,” she reminds us, “is with beauty.” In this conversation, Rosemerry shares poems written with a profound depth of heart, verses that meet sorrow with beauty and honour the glimmers of grace that surround us each day.

Together we explore poetry as a radical form of responsivity: how it expands the self, supports the ongoing process of true-ing, and allows us to be guided by wonder. Poetry becomes a passageway into living more fully, an opening to the immensity of life, and a way of moving through the world as if every moment is an invitation to say, Hallelujah Anyway.

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“At the beginning of everything, there has to be kindness . . . Once you start from that point, then breaking rules is different than someone who breaks rules from a self-serving viewpoint.”

— Daniele Bolelli

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Drawing inspiration from historical figures like the wild Zen master Ikkyū, Daniele shows how stories, ritual, kindness, and joy can guide us toward living a simpler and happier life, beyond dogma. We explore the tension between tradition and dogma, monotheism and animism, certainty and openness, and how these contrasting orientations shape both personal and collective consciousness.

Daniele brings these ideas to life through stories that have shaped him—from Bruce Lee to a 5,000-year-old mummified man discovered in the Alps—and shares how he curates epic tales through his podcast History on Fire to fuel his own growth and curiosity, as well as that of his listeners.

Through daily rituals, reflective practices, and following threads of meaning across stories both new and ancient, Daniele offers a wild and humble path for navigating the modern world with discernment, pleasure, and balance. This conversation invites us to reconsider spiritual orthodoxy, nurture inner freedom, and cultivate steadiness amid an uncertain and a rapidly changing world.

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“Plants have never forgotten what it means to be of the Earth.”

— Francisca Santibanez

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Francisca joins us for a deep dive into the intelligence of plants and the remembering they invite. From early childhood encounters with hibiscus to her path as a Vegetalista, she shares how plants have been lifelong allies—guiding her through physical healing, ancestral revelation, and spiritual initiation.

We explore the echoes of Earth’s call—felt by so many today—to consciously rekindle our relationship with the plant nations through herbalism, psychedelic medicine, apprenticing with master plant teachers, and attuning to the subtle ways the land invites us into co-creation. Francisca reflects on ayahuasca’s transformative power, the layered shifts in perception that plants inspire, and how healing is, at its core, a remembering of who we truly are.

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“It’s the integration, the alchemy of that lead into gold.”

— Peter Eugène Bennet

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Peter joins us to explore the wild terrain of masculinity. Together, we reflect on how early models of masculinity shaped our lives—leaving wounds manifesting as anger, shame, and fear, but also offering gifts, including those forged from forgiveness, integration, and gratitude. Through somatic work, sacred union, and deep self-inquiry, Peter discovered life-affirming ways to transform his early wounds into sources of vitality, strength, and wisdom.

We delve into grief as initiation, death as an essential teacher, and the hidden intelligence within suicidal tendencies when seen through a mythic lens. Our conversation also touches on the delicate balance between masculine and feminine energies, the importance of embodying a ‘strong back and a soft front,’ and the Trickster’s role as a force of disruption and renewal.

Peter invites us to walk lightly through life and calls for more playfulness in men’s work—reminding us that true masculinity is a dynamic dance of vulnerability, strength, love, and joy.

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“Art is the ability to be present, observe, sense, feel, and be fully there.”

— Bodhi Shola

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Bodhi Shola joins us to explore the essence of artistry and beauty, sharing how creativity emerges from deep presence with Life. Drawing from her own creative journey, she discusses finding beauty in imperfection, embracing beauty as a transformative force, and the importance of giving back through art.

Together, we reflect on the relationship between creation and destruction, the essential role of ritual, and the artist’s responsibility to engage in a dynamic dialogue with the animate world. Bodhi’s insights invite us to see beauty as a regenerative cycle that connects us to the living world and encourages us to share what we receive.

Bodhi reminds us that artistry is not a solitary endeavour but a conversation with life—a process that deepens as we attune to the beauty and soul of the wild world around us.

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“The symptoms we experience are a communication.”

— Georgia Peck

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Georgia joins us for a journey into the heart of health, revealing how true wellness is rooted in connection—both within ourselves and with the world around us. Drawing from her own healing journey, she shares insights on listening to the body's subtle signals, honouring the natural rhythms of both body and landscape, tending to the nervous system, and embracing symptoms as vital messages to be understood and respected.

Together, we explore the ancient, receptive nature of the body, the connective power of foraging and ritual, and the sweetness of simplicity. We reflect on the challenge of navigating modern conveniences while staying grounded in well-being, discovering how slowing down to truly listen can reconnect us to the earthen wisdom we carry within. Georgia reminds us that health is not a static state, but a living, evolving relationship—one that deepens as we honour the body, the land, and the natural rhythms of Life.

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“We are instruments of resonance.”

— Zoe Kian

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Zoe Kian joins us for a journey into the resonant spaces between silence, sound, and soul. We begin with a creative reflection on Goethe’s insight—that we see in the world what we carry in our hearts—and unfold into a rich exploration of how coherence, power, and embodied expression can become acts of true alignment. Zoe speaks to the subtle beauty that emerges from stillness, inviting us into a deeper state of listening—not only with our ears, but with our entire being.

We explore the importance of “ensouled language”—how the words we speak can become vessels of intention and creation. From the generative emptiness to the radical aliveness of coherence in attunement to the present moment, Zoe offers insights grounded in lived experience. We touch into the tensions of paradox, the wisdom of the body, the alchemy of rage, and the dynamic integrity required to live a life of outrageous love. Through it all, Zoe reminds us that we are instruments of resonance, each attuned to the Mystery at our core.

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“What does it mean to be close? What does it mean to put your hands on the Earth and to let the Earth be on you, recognizing how much we are the Earth?”

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Aaron Johnson shares powerful insights from his journey of embracing tenderness and closeness as transformative orientations for healing and activism. He opens up about how the grief of his father’s death cracked open his emotional capacity, allowing him to reconnect with deeper, more sensitive parts of himself that had long been neglected by both the American overculture and his individual upbringing. We explore how the simple act of slowing down to truly see and be with each other becomes a radical, healing gesture—how proximity and intimacy are essential for dismantling oppression and building deep, rooted connection.

Aaron describes how "closeness" nourishes our ability to connect with our bodies, our hearts, and each other in ways that can lead to collective liberation. He reflects on his childhood, the silence around sensuality and tenderness, and how these qualities challenge societal norms—especially within Black masculinity. Through his practice of touch and somatic connection, Aaron offers a pathway toward greater wholeness, both within ourselves and in our relationships with Earth and one another. We also discuss how stepping away from the demands of capitalism allows space for deeper connection and intimacy, and how rewilding, both personally and collectively, is key to healing ancestral wounds. Aaron emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive spaces for people of colour in nature-based gatherings, which are vital for fostering co-liberation and community evolution.

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“Our body is made of magic, with incredible powers of regenerative healing and intuitive wisdom.”

— Azra Bertrand

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Azra begins by sharing about his time alone in the Alaskan wilderness as a young man—how it awakened his primal senses and reshaped his path, connecting him to Earth and to his deep self in profound ways. We explore the long integration of those initiatory experiences, including the challenges of navigating medical school and academia while holding a worldview that often felt at odds with the mainstream.

Through this crucible, Azra’s understanding of life and healing began to crystallize into what he now calls biomancy—a relational, reverent way of engaging with the intelligence of biology. Rather than “hacking” the body, he invites us to romance it, to court it as we might a river or a mountain. We speak of the body as a womb of living magic, rooted in bio-quantum processes and capable of astonishing healing and transformation.

Azra shares stories from his clinical experience and reflects on the difference between domination-based approaches to healing and those grounded in slowness, humility, and connection. We explore individuation, ancestral healing, and the imaginal realm as core to true medicine—realms where image shapes reality, and where magic arises from reciprocal relationship.

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“Without dreams we could not survive, and although it is possible to get by without remembering our dreams, a life guided and shaped by dreaming is a life that follows the innate knowing of the Earth itself.”

— Toko-pa Turner

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Toko-pa opens a doorway into the deep imaginal world, reminding us that dreams are not mere fragments of the thinking mind, but mysterious and meaningful expressions of Nature herself. In this conversation, Toko-pa invites us to remember the ancestral art of dreaming—an embodied, reciprocal practice that has long guided the human spirit.

Together, we explore what it means to live a dream-led life in a culture that prizes the measurable and dismisses the mystical. Toko-pa shares powerful insights on the loss—and return—of Sophia, the archetype of embodied wisdom, and how reweaving a relationship with the dreaming world can help us recover the parts of ourselves exiled by modernity.

From the forgotten art of daydreaming to the radical courage it takes to step into the unknown, this episode moves through symbol, shadow, and silence with reverence. Toko-pa reminds us that the dreamworld is not something we own or interpret for gain, but a living realm we are meant to court with wonder, humility, and love.

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“For me, the practice is to just sit and have council with the Earth.”

— Nadia Ramo

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Nadia Ramo invites us into the living ecosystem of her healing arts practice—one rooted in reciprocity, embodied listening, and a sincere relationship with the more-than-human world. Through her words, a vision of health emerges that is not merely the absence of illness, but a process of realignment with the deeper intelligence of Nature.

We explore Nadia’s healing philosophy, including her unique weaving of Indigenous and Chinese medicine traditions, and how she draws insight from the meta-patterns of the natural world. She shares her personal journey of navigating serious health diagnoses, choosing to side-step the dominant biomedical model and instead listen more deeply—to her intuition, her body, and the Earth.

Together, we examine the language of symptoms, the medicine of perception, and the sacrifices often asked of us when turning toward the wildness of the living world. Through stories and potent reflections, Nadia speaks to the magic of healing as a relational act—one grounded in reverence, courage, and deep communication with the plant nations of Earth.

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“What we’re looking at here is a way of being on this planet, in this universe, that recognizes our deep interconnectedness with everything in nature and gives respect to the sentience of everything, from a rock to an ant to the wind.”

— Wahinkpe Topa

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A YEAR TO LIVE

RISE & REVITALIZE

HEARTHWOVEN SUBSTACK

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Wahinkpe Topa invites us into a way of being that is rooted in kinship, reverence, and the recognition of the living intelligence of all things. Drawing from personal experience, Indigenous wisdom, and years of healing work—including hypnosis, regression therapy, and ceremony—he illuminates both the spiritual and practical dimensions of restoring our relationship with Earth and Spirit.

We explore his near-death experience and what it revealed about the nature of spirit and embodiment, as well as his groundbreaking work with hypnotic communication in life-saving situations. Along the way, Wahinkpe Topa contrasts Indigenous and dominant worldviews, offering reflections on reincarnation, self-hypnosis, and the role of fear as a transformative ally.

At the heart of this episode is a call to reclaim a kinship-based identity—one that recognizes the sacredness and sentience of the rock, the ant, the wind—and moves through the world with love, humility, and courage. Wahinkpe Topa shares stories that embody this worldview, including his time at Standing Rock and a powerful framework (CAT-FAWN) for living with integrity in troubled times.

We close with a timely invocation to redefine hope—not as the guarantee of an outcome, but as devotion to right action in service of Life.

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“When I think about death and dying, and how I want to die, it actually brings me closer to how I want to live.”

— Jovan Sage

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We continue the conversation by asking Jovan about ancestral healing and land practices, which you can find here.

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Jovan invites us into a radical reimagining of death—not as something to resist, but as an ally to walk with. Grounded in the four foundations of her deathwork—death as teacher, letting go as art, uncertainty as the deepest lesson, and the calling as guide—she shares how these principles shape both her practice as a death midwife and her way of life.

Drawing from her experience as a queer youth organizer and in her work with breath and relational practices, Jovan weaves stories of community care, grief, and intimacy. She speaks to how queerness has radicalized her relationship with death and life, how uncertainty invites us to anchor in what matters most, and how tending to fear with tenderness can open us to deeper love.

At its core, this is a conversation about becoming more death-literate, about remembering that grief and love are kin, and about living in a way that prepares us to die with integrity, connection, and grace.

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“As I reflect on this past year, I’m struck by the gifts that have emerged—not only through conversations with remarkable guests, but also in the quieter, more intimate corners of my own heart. It’s been a year of deep remembering—of stretching into new territories of thought, feeling, and connection, and of surrendering to the questions.”

— Tei Taiyarï

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A YEAR TO LIVE

RISE & REVITALIZE

HEARTHWOVEN SUBSTACK

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In this interlude, we will weave together the voices of some of the guests from the first year of the project, blending their words with my own to create a thematic narrative of what this project has been about over the past year.

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“Reclaiming evolution is a submission to Life, a submission to the will that is greater than our own.”

— Jordi Lydia

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In this conversation with Jordi, we explore reclaiming evolution—not as a march of linear ‘progress’ towards ‘perfection’, but as a revitalizing of deep-time presence and an embodied relationship with Life’s intelligence. She invites us into the vitality of unlearning, surrendering to a will greater than our own, and metabolizing grief in ways that nourish renewal.

We discuss the influence of media and technology on perception, the responsibility of consuming and creating with awareness, and the role of life-centric leadership in a time of change and trouble. Through Jordi’s lens, reclaiming evolution is both personal and collective—calling us to immerse in the elements, cultivate real human connection, and remember the creative brilliance within us.

Jordi also shares the inspiration behind creating Reclaiming Evolution, an immersive festival designed to foster deep connection and community through experiential workshops and artistry.

In the second half of the episode, Jordi flips the mic and interviews me for her festival’s companion podcast, continuing the conversation on communion, creativity, community, and the wild, heartfelt path that may lead us toward a more rooted, reverent, and regenerative future as we reclaim evolution together.

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“Shame hides us from ourselves.”

— David Bedrick

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In this compassionate conversation, David invites us to see shame and suffering not as flaws to fix, but as doorways into deeper understanding. Drawing from decades of intimate therapeutic work, he illuminates how healing begins when we recognize and honour the intelligence within even our most difficult experiences.

Together, we explore the courage it takes to slow down amid the myriad pressures of modernity, to loosen the grip of survival strategies, and to allow parts of ourselves to fall apart—inviting a kind of beautiful ruination that makes space for true care and soulful transformation. At the heart of this conversation is a call to unshame ourselves and each other through presence, curiosity, and compassion rooted in a deep recognition of life’s wild and woven wisdom.

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“There’s nothing to fight for but Love, as the essence of who we are.”

— Adi Cohen

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In this tender and unflinching conversation, Adi shares from the deep well of her lived experience as a woman of Syrian, Iranian, Iraqi, and Israeli descent—lineages shaped by exile, migration, and the generational longing for safety. Speaking from within woven landscapes of both inner and outer war, Adi invites us into an exploration of what it means to live in the mystery, to surrender to the unknown, and to return to love as the essence of true power.

We trace the arc of her journey through dissonance, doubt, and division. Growing up in Israel amid the backdrop of conflict, Adi reflects on the rupture between her ancestral roots and the land she was born into. What emerges is not a story of blame or sides, but a clarion call to dissolve separation, to meet chaos with presence, and to walk the dark Feminine path of trust, tenderness, and embodied prayer.

This episode is an invitation to soften, to listen, and to lean into the deeper current beneath division—the unspoken yearning of all people to live freely, in peace, and in love.

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“A threshold is a symbol of change . . . The threshold becomes the entrance of that change, of that movement.”

— Urana Jackson

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This conversation with Urana unfolds as a rich inquiry into healing as an initiatory process—an embodied, relational, and sacred threshold crossing. Tracing the roots of her work with Safe House Seven, Urana reflects on the pivotal experiences that shaped her path: growing up amid the “brackish” confluence of ocean and natural spring, navigating a complex multicultural identity, and integrating Yoruba healing traditions with Western psychological praxis.

We explore the psycho-somatic-social-spiritual architecture of thresholds—how they appear in personal, cultural, and collective transformation—and why approaching them with intention, containment, and reverence is essential, especially for those most impacted by systems of oppression. Urana speaks to the power of ancestral connection, the necessity of reciprocity in healing, and the ways psychedelic medicine can be integrated into liberatory frameworks for BIPOC communities.

With grounded insight and visionary clarity, Urana invites us to reimagine healing not as a solo endeavour or clinical quick fix, but as a lifelong rite of relational liberation.

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“Being in close proximity to death really enlivens the life force within us.”

— Robyn Watt

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This is a tender and intimate conversation recorded in the wake of Robyn’s recent journey with cancer—an experience that drew her into profound reverence for her earthen form and the animate force that weaves through all of creation. She reflects on how close proximity to death sharpens the clarity and immediacy of life and love, inviting us to consider death not as an end but as a beginning: an ancient cycle where darkness nourishes the light, and where land, lineage, and story weave the spiralling tapestry of Life.

Drawing on Celtic wisdom, ancestral practices, and Earthly flows and forces, Robyn offers a spacious invitation to presence and simplicity, calling us to recognize where our hearts draw sustenance and to pour ourselves fully into what truly matters—reminding us that, though our time is uncertain, love and connection endure.

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“Make me a melody, Old One, make me sure, remind me I’m the animal who dances for the dawn. I think we’re fading, Old One, lost indoors. We give our lives to glowing lights, it’s lonely like you warned. So I’ll be leaving, Old One, I can’t stay. Are there others who hear thunder rolling in and run out in the rain?”

— Finnegan Tui

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Finnegan joins us for a soulful exploration of music as an artful practice of presence, myth, and remembering. We begin by reflecting on what it means to be a wild creature in a wired world—and how that tension shapes his creative process.

We discuss the lyrical roots of some of his music, the role of attention and curiosity in creation, and the journey from disenchantment to re-enchantment. Finnegan shares insights into how he tends to soul and beauty while engaging with the demands of visibility and digital culture.

What unfolds is a conversation about creativity as care, songwriting as devotion, and the longing to live in rhythm with something older and wilder than the modern world often allows—while still remaining rooted and responsive within it.

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