Best Ben Goresky Podcasts (2024)

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#14 | The Rise of the Neighbourhood Village with Sarah Wildeman 1:07:13

2h ago1:07:13

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In this episode of The Villager Podcast, Jasper Sircus talks with Sarah Wildeman, founder and CEO of Our Common, a coaching and consulting firm that focuses on building community and fostering collaboration. Sarah shares her journey into intentional community living and how she landed in a neighbourhood community over the past five years. We discus…

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#90 - An End To Arguing: Valuable Lessons For Relationships - with Charlie Bloom 1:10:24

5h ago1:10:24

1:10:24

Charlie Bloom and his wife Linda have been writing and teaching about relationships for decades, and he joins me on the heels of the release of their recent book “An End To Arguing: 101 Valuable Lessons For All Relationships” We discuss these points and more: -Differences are unavoidable; conflict is not. -Your partner thinks differently than you. …

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# 13 | The Art of Leadership with Eric Balance 1:11:40

4d ago1:11:40

1:11:40

In this episode, Jasper sits down with Eric to have a discussion about how living and building community relates to our larger life purpose and what it looks like to be a conscious entrepreneur in the context of a village. Where is the future of community headed and what kind of leaders do we need guiding us along the way? Learn about the art of le…

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#89 - Reclaiming Your Focus and Finding Peaceful Productivity - with Jordan Gray 1:47:16

17d ago1:47:16

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Jordan Gray is a relationship coach who has written hundreds of articles that have been read by over 250 million people worldwide. He has worked with tens of thousands of clients via his programs, groups, and 1-on-1 coaching. He joins me on this episode to talk about how to get the most out of life as the challenges land on our doorstep. We discuss…

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#88 - The Science Of Healing With Psychedelics - with Manesh Girn 1:19:20

1M ago1:19:20

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Dr. Manesh Girn is a postdoctoral neuroscientist and popular science content creator specializing in the neuroscience of psychedelic drugs. He currently works at the University of California, San Francisco, alongside psychedelic research pioneer Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, where he conducts research on the neural mechanisms underlying the psychedelic…

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# 12 | The Path to a Regenerative Future with Brad Nye 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

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In this episode, Jasper is connecting with Brad Nye from Tribalize; a regenerative living thought leadership organization that seeks to provide a participant network, community incubator, and sector catalyst. They are gearing up for their upcoming summit, Regen Week ‘24 March 21-28 online and in Tulum, Mexico. This online and in-person event will u…

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#11 | From Crisis to Coherence with Ian Mackenzie 1:06:10

4M ago1:06:10

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In this reVillager episode, Jasper Sircus sits down with Ian MacKenzie, a successful filmmaker, writer, men’s mentor, cofounder of ⁠The School of Mythopoetics⁠, and the host of the Mythic Masculine Podcast⁠. He’s also a long-time friend and more recently a collaborator on our upcoming course in the reVillager Academy. In this conversation, we chat …

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#87 - Pandemic Hysteria And Mass Psychosis (Part 2) - with Mark Groves 52:05

6M ago52:05

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Mark Groves, founder of Create The Love is a relationship expert, but he also believes in freedom of speech and thought, and is an advocate of personal sovereignty. During the recent pandemic, he began sharing what he was seeing in the people and institutions around him. His sharing on @itsmarkgroves and The Mark Groves Podcast was controversial, b…

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#86 - Fatherhood: An Oceanside Chat (Part 1) - with Mark Groves 56:12

6M ago56:12

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Mark Groves is the founder of Create The Love, and host of the Mark Groves Podcast. Mark is on a mission to bridge the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection. His work empowers people to step into their power, transform the way they relate to themselves and oth…

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#85 - Ayahuasca Assisted Addiction Recovery - with Todd Youngs 1:34:14

7M ago1:34:14

1:34:14

Todd Youngs has been in continuous recovery from severe addiction and alcoholism since 2009. His personal path to recovery involved a combination of 12 step work, and his work with Ayahuasca. Todd now works intensively with others to help them achieve a life of satisfying and meaningful sobriety. His approach is eclectic and holistic drawing on the…

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#84 - The Roots of Addiction And How To Recover - with Dr. Scott Lyons 1:08:28

8M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Dr. Scott Lyons is the author of the book “Addicted to Drama: Healing Dependency on Crisis and Chaos in Yourself and Others”. He joins me for a discussion about all addictions - from alcohol to sex to food, and of course drama - and how they are formed. We also talk about how to heal from addiction by addressing the root. Scott also runs a Somatic …

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#83 - Parenthood, Relationship Struggles and Keeping the Spark Alive - with Sheleana Aiyana 1:13:56

9M ago1:13:56

1:13:56

Sheleana Aiyana is an author, a poet, my wife and the mother of our child. She is author of the Canadian bestseller “Becoming The One” and the forthcoming journal under the same name, and the founder of Rising Woman where she brings tools for healing and transformation to millions of women. She joins me on this episode for a candid conversation abo…

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#82 - Longevity And Thriving As You Age - with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi 1:06:49

11M ago1:06:49

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Dr. Anthony Balduzzi is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and creator of the Fit Father Project and Fit Mother Project. He lost his father at the age of 42, which led him to dedicate his life to helping people live healthy and happy well into their old age. Anthony is a former national champion bodybuilder, nutritionist, and all around great example o…

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#81 - Healing With Shipibo Plant Medicine - with Becky Griffin 1:43:24

12M ago1:43:24

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Becky Griffin is a co-founder of Caya Shobo, an Ayahuasca and plant medicine healing center in Peru. She has been immersed in a path of self-discovery and learning with the Shipibo plant medicine tradition since 2008, and she joins me to talk about her extensive experience dieting various Master plants under the guidance of high-level Shipibo maest…

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#10 | Alchemical Resilience - Nkem Ndefo 1:06:25

12M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

We really loved having Nkem on our podcast recently. Sante hosted this episode and dove deep into topics such as community relationship, building resiliency, and the deepening of inner work that happens when we live in community. Nkem Ndefo is the founder of Lumos Transforms and creator of the Resilience Toolkit, an online course that helps you dev…

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#80 - Twelve Step Programs Explained - with Ben Goresky 1:33:53

1y ago1:33:53

1:33:53

Twelve Step programs have helped millions of people recover from addictions over the past 85+ years. In this episode we talk about why they work, the myths and the criticisms, and we make an attempt at a balanced look at the pros and cons of these programs. This is a solo episode with Ben Goresky - an addiction recovery coach with 15 years of perso…

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#9 | New Systems Architecture, DAO’s, and the Future of Community - Raamayan Ananda 1:07:03

1y ago1:07:03

1:07:03

We enjoyed having Raamayan on our podcast this week, diving in deep into the modern technology and tools that are facilitating more sovereign and empowered communities. Raamayan a Leading New Systems Architect who fuses spirituality and systems change. He an active voice in the Web3 and DAO revolution and is an interdisciplinary who has founded VEM…

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#8 | Social Entrepreneurship & Rites of Passage - Nicky Wilks 1:20:41

1y ago1:20:41

1:20:41

Social Technology is what we are building when we create villages. We are creating systems, tools, and processes that facilitate happy, healthy cultures by honoring our own values through the way we live. It's like holistic healing, healing as a whole society. We had so much fun diving into these important topics with Nicky on our podcast yesterday…

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#7 | Motherhood, Healing & Conscious Relationships - Sheleana Aiyana 30:47

1y ago30:47

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Motherhood is awakening many mothers, Sheleana included, to be drawn to regenerating their local communities and seeking ways that we can be of service to the good of all. Many parents have the experience of not being supported by the community, and needing to brave all those harsh challenges alone, or with just their partner. With the Revillaging …

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#6 | Men’s circles, Addiction Recovery & Fatherhood - Ben Goresky 1:10:17

1y ago1:10:17

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Parents need each other! Raising children alone is.. well it's HARD. More than ever, community is so important. We are needing more than just our immediate family to support us, we need a village. Thanks so much to Ben for being on our podcast this week! Ben is a counselor, coach, and leader in conscious men’s work. He supports men in healing from …

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#79 - The Dark Side Of Men's Work - with Chris Fletcher 1:30:40

1y ago1:30:40

1:30:40

Chris Austin Fletcher is a family counsellor and men’s leader with specialized training in conflict resolution, conscious communication, breathwork and somatic trauma release. He has 35 years of experience working with men and families, where he has seen the light and the dark side of the personal growth arenas. He joins me on this episode to discu…

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#5 | Indigenous Principles for Intentional Communities - Chief Phil Lane 1:06:59

1y ago1:06:59

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What an incredible chat with Hereditary Chief Phil Lane Jr. we had this week! He made for us an entire presentation on what he calls the “16 Indigenous Principles of Building Sustainable, Harmonious, and Prosperous Communities.” It was profoundly insightful and wise and rooted in Indigenous tradition, eldership, and perspective. Here is a little cl…

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#4 | Practical Steps for Building Ethical Cults - Jamie Wheal 58:00

1y ago58:00

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In this episode Jamie shares how the current cultural climate is requiring our collective, as a society, to stand up and embody begin to embody our highest values. This takes a risk, this takes dedication and determination, and it takes strength of spirit, to stand on what you believe in and seek to create harmony for all. Really, Jamie is talking …

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#3 | Local Connection is the Revolution - Jamaica Stevens 1:32:02

1y ago1:32:02

1:32:02

The reVillager Podcast is back! After a long winter in hibernation, building and getting ready to launch to the world, the reVillage Team is excited to share that we've launched a Kickstarter campaign! Throughout the campaign we'll be hosting a series of live conversations with amazing village builders, thinkers and leaders around the world. Tune i…

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#78 - Purpose, Alignment, and Doing Work You Love - with Amrit Sandhu 1:01:01

1y ago1:01:01

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Amrit Sandhu coaches people to make big changes in their lives and move beyond their limitations. He is the host of The Inspired Evolution podcast, and he joined me to discuss the dilemma of making a change from lucrative yet unfulfilling career to one filled with purpose and fulfillment. In this episode we dive into: Consciously changing careers. …

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#77 - ADHD and Nervous System Optimization - with Adam Hart 1:07:26

1y ago1:07:26

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Adam Hart is an International Speaker & best selling author whose mission is to help busy parents transform their quality of life and develop deeply connected relationships with their partners and children. Focusing on nervous system regulation, energetic attraction and natural holistic wellness practices, Adam leads his clients to living at their …

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#76 - Conscious Parenting - with Dr. Shefali 59:33

1+ y ago59:33

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Dr. Shefali specializes in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy and is an expert in family dynamics and personal development. She has written four books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family. She joins me for a brass tacks conversation a…

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#75 - Breaking Through Your Limitations - with John Wang 1:19:52

1+ y ago1:19:52

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John Wang is a speaker, writer, and founder of the Big Asian Energy show. He studies the communication and people skills of Asian American leaders and entrepreneurs, and uses evidence-backed studies to help them master performance and communication, so they can be better recognized for their brilliance and hard work. His videos on mindset and commu…

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#74 - The Shadow Of The Father - with Connor Beaton 1:15:45

1+ y ago1:15:45

1:15:45

Connor Beaton is a speaker, a coach, and the founder of Man Talks, a company dedicated to the betterment of men. He joins me on this episode to talk about the subject of his new book: Men’s Work - A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self Sabotage, And Find Freedom. In this episode we discuss what Connor calls The Shadow Of The Father and h…

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#73 - Men's Role In The Birth Process - with Ryan Pope 1:28:04

1+ y ago1:28:04

1:28:04

Ryan Pope is a chiropractor, men’s coach, and founder of Powerhouse Mind Body Chiro located on the Gold Coast in Australia. His latest venture Becoming The Mountain is focussed on mentoring men and preparing them physically, mentally, and emotionally for the rite of passage into fatherhood. Ryan is also co-facilitator at Alchemy, a multi-modality h…

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#72 - The Embodied Masculine - with Amir Khalighi 1:00:39

1+ y ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Amir Khalighi is the founder and lead facilitator for The Embodied Masculine, a training ground for men that empowers men to connect to their bodies, their purpose, and to nature. Amir runs immersion retreats and weekly embodiment circles that integrate his 5 pillars to facilitate powerful transformations in his students. Amir joined me to talk abo…

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#71 - Relationships 101 - with Nick Solaczek 1:03:06

2y ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Nick Solaczek, an IMAGO relationship coach who teaches couples about the hidden realities of romantic relating. He helps couples understand one another, improve their communication, and thrive in their relationships. Nick and I have been sitting in men's circles, going to workshops, and learning about conscious relationship work for a few years now…

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#70 - Over It And On With It - Overcoming Your Limitations - with Christine Hassler 1:03:18

2y ago1:03:18

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Christine Hassler is a Master coach, facilitator and speaker and the host of top-rated podcast “Over it and On With It” where she coaches people live on the show. She is also a best-selling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want. Christine co-founder …

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#69 - From The Core - A Guide To Masculine Leadership - with John Wineland 1:30:41

2y ago1:30:41

1:30:41

John Wineland is a leader in men’s embodiment, leadership, and the energetics of romantic relationship. He is the author of the forthcoming book From The Core: A New Masculine Paradigm For Leading With Love, Living Your Truth, & Healing The World. John joined me to talk about relationships, men’s work, and the transformational power of men’s groups…

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#68 - Becoming The One - with Sheleana Aiyana of Rising Woman 1:25:44

2y ago1:25:44

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Sheleana Aiyana is the founder of Rising Woman, a growing community of more than 3 million readers. She is also my wife and life partner. Sheleana joins me on this episode to talk about the keys to successful romantic relationships and her recently released book Becoming The One: Heal Your Past, Transform Your Relationship Patterns, and Come Home t…

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#67 - Deep Fix - Addiction In Silicon Valley, Recovery, and Plant Medicines with Alex Olshonsky 1:33:05

2y ago1:33:05

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Alex Olshonsky, aka “Olo,” is a writer and the founder of Deep Fix - a newsletter, somatic coaching practice, and fast-growing digital community. He is also the co-founder of Natura Care Programs, an interdisciplinary entheogenic program combating addiction. Alex is a former Silicon Valley executive at companies like Twitter, Salesforce, Copper, Sl…

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#66 - Rethink, Rehumanise, Reintegrate - with Raphael Rowe 1:18:09

2y ago1:18:09

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Raphael Rowe is an investigative reporter, a BBC correspondent, and the host of Netflix’s “Inside The World’s Toughest Prisons”. At age 20, Raphael was falsely convicted of murder and given a life sentence in prison. He spent 12 years campaigning and fighting for his exoneration, and was released at age 32. He joined me to tell his story, and talk …

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#65 - The Elements Of Masterful Coaching - with Preston Smiles 1:01:11

2+ y ago1:01:11

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Preston Smiles exudes passion and commitment to healing. He is a Personal Freedom Coach, a multi-millionaire, a conscious businessman, father, and author of Love Louder: 33 Ways to Amplify Your Life. Preston joined me on the show to talk about his love of coaching, and what he has learned about building successful coaches. In this episode we talk a…

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#64 - Working Through Conflict In High-Stakes Relationships - w/ Jayson Gaddis 1:12:45

2+ y ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Jayson Gaddis is an author, podcaster, speaker, and “personal trainer for relationships”. He is a global leader on interpersonal conflict and connection. He joins me on the show to discuss the keys to success in relationship, and his book “Getting To Zero - How To Work Through Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships”. In this episode we discuss:…

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#63 - Hero Rise - The 5 Masculine Archetypes - w/ Isaac Cotec 1:18:36

2+ y ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Isaac Cotec is a scholar of the subconscious and the creator of the HeroRise Archetype deck. He has dedicated his life to empowering others through art and creativity. Isaac joins me on the show to discuss the 5 mature masculine archetypes and their associated shadow elements. This episode is a must-listen if you want to understand your own persona…

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#2 | What is community? 1:01:52

2+ y ago1:01:52

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A discussion around different understandings of community and the common space.

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#62 - Men's Alchemy - with Nick Solaczek 1:23:52

2+ y ago1:23:52

1:23:52

Nick Solaczek is a relationship coach and a men’s work leader who inspires men to find the things that are missing in their lives, and reintegrate them. He joined me to discuss men’s alchemy, integration, how men can find their personal power in the current times. In this episode we discuss: Why Nick is involved in Men’s work. What is men’s work? S…

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#1 | What is reVillager? 53:49

2+ y ago53:49

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The reVillager team has an initial conversation about who we are and why we came together.

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#61 - Embracing the Uncomfortable - w/ Stef Sifandos 48:55

2+ y ago48:55

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Stefanos Sifandos is a relational alchemist who works with people to dissolve fear, find their power, and uncover their blocks to intimacy. He has also been working with men’s circles for years, with Sacred Sons and currently the MPowered Brotherhood in Austin, Texas. Stef joined me to talk about how people can heal their nervous systems using simp…

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#60 - Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy - w/ Dr. Scott Lyons 1:01:01

2+ y ago1:01:01

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Dr. Scott Lyons is a Clinical Psychologist, Osteopath, and Mind-Body Medicine practitioner. His list of qualifications is extensive, and he joined me to discuss the power of somatic work to heal trauma and reconnect people to their bodies. If you are curious about somatic therapy, this episode is a must-listen. Most importantly we discuss Scott’s u…

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#59 - Brotherhood Is The Medicine - with Adam Jackson from Sacred Sons 1:17:41

3y ago1:17:41

1:17:41

Adam Jackson is the co-founder of The Sacred Sons, a mens’ community devoted to masculine alchemy. He joined me to talk about the unique way that his community is helping men connect to each other, and find conscious healing. In this episode we discuss: The history and mission of Sacred Sons. Masculine Alchemy. Diversity in men’s spaces. Embodiment…

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#58 - The Paradox Of Human Existence - with Dr. Zach Bush 1:41:02

3y ago1:41:02

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Dr. Zach Bush is a multi-disciplinary physician of internal medicine, endocrinology, hospice care and an internationally recognized educator on the microbiome as it relates to human health, soil health, food systems, and a regenerative future. Zach joined me to discuss the current state of health in the world and how living in a toxic environment e…

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#57 - 12 Step Addiction Recovery Meets The Psychedelic Renaissance - w/ Jessica Cadoch 1:21:58

3y ago1:21:58

1:21:58

Jessica Cadoch is a researcher whose masters’ thesis focussed on building a bridge between the well established 12 step recovery approach for addiction recovery, and the emerging movement of psychedelic assisted therapy for trauma. Since addiction is often rooted in trauma, her question is an important one: “How can addicted people in abstinence-ba…

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#56 - Building Emotionally Intelligent Men - with Ashanti Branch 1:03:58

3y ago1:03:58

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Ashanti Branch has been mentoring young men and women for 19 years in California. He is the founder of The Ever Forward Club, with a mission of changing the way students relate to learning. He is also the host of the Taking Off The Mask Podcast. Ashanti joined me on the show to talk about how to build emotionally intelligent, resilient, and powerfu…

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#55 - Saving Men From Themselves - Discussing Men's Mental Health with Traver Boehm 1:15:51

3y ago1:15:51

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Traver Boehm is the author of Today I Rise, and Man UNcivilized. He’s a men’s coach and the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement. Traver wants to redefine the way men experience their masculinity, by blending the primal elements of manhood with massive doses of consciousness. In this episode, Traver joins me to discuss the challenges men are f…

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