Best Bootsy Podcasts (2024)

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Bootsy Collins is gonna funk you up (with Bootsy Collins) 40:09

27d ago40:09

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Bootsy Collins is, perhaps, the funkiest man of all time. Over the course of his nearly six decade career, Collins has given up the funk in the iconic Parliament Funkadelic, helmed Bootsy’s Rubber Band, and lended his slaparific talents to songs from everybody from James Brown to Dee-Lite to Fatboy Slim. His new album, aptly titled Album of the Yea…

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Gloom, Despair, and Agony 12:07

4h ago12:07

12:07

True depression or despair often requires serious professional help. But what about those days when you just feel “down” or in a “funk”? I have Ten Ways to Help You Get Up When You’re Down! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the bo…

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Play Me That Mountain Magic with Joe Rupe of Fringe FM 1:04:44

4d ago1:04:44

1:04:44

Warmest welcome to my good friend Joe Rupe. Host of the Lighting the Void podcast on Fringe FM. Absolutely love Joe - he's a Hermetic Magician and someone who has studied occult teachings in depth for decades. He's coming to us live from his shack as we talk about putting magic into practice - we're gonna need it. Come hang! find Joe: https://fring…

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Lawrence: the kick-ass eight-piece family band reshaping the music business 49:11

4d ago49:11

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In today’s volatile music industry, many artists struggle to navigate the pitfalls of touring, the whims of social media, and the inequity of exploitative contracts. But Lawrence, an eight-piece band led by siblings Clyde and Gracie Lawrence, provide a beacon of hope. Combining exceptional talent, savvy business acumen, and a familial bond, they've…

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I don't Have A Podcast! 11:25

6d ago11:25

11:25

For over five years I have posted a weekly podcast. This is the first time I didn’t have a topic! So as a former speech teacher, I did what I taught –improvise! Three points, introduction and conclusion. Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" bu…

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"Your Jupiter is Perfect" w/ The Saffron Sage 44:22

11d ago44:22

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Check out Cassandra's website: https://thesaffronsage.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesaffronsage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesaffronsage Get on a Discovery call with me to #getcoached here: https://calendly.com/bootsygreenwood/discovery-call Add the Public #getcoached event calendar here: https://bit.ly/3mzq7xB Amazing introd…

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Career Cheat Codes with Courtney Johnson of Slay the Gatekeeper 56:10

11d ago56:10

56:10

Join me as I welcome one of the most interesting people I've met on the internet! Courtney Johnson is a Social Media strategist who has found ingenious ways to accomplish her goals, create content and network with extraordinary people. She shares candidly and has a lot of incredible information available on her IG, Linkedin and Patreon so check her…

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The Imperfect Feminine: Camila, Charli, and Sabrina 46:07

11d ago46:07

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The first half of 2024 has been for the “pop girlie.” It seems like every major artist who’s dominated the discourse this year has been a woman, ostensibly making music about what it means to be a woman. There’s Camila Cabello's "Chanel no.5,” Lorde and Charli XCX working out the labyrinth of emotions that come with female friendship on the “Girl, …

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Not The America I knew 10:14

15d ago10:14

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As we approach the 4th of July and consider our country, most of us, especially those over 50, would agree, this is not the America we knew. What can we do to make a change instead of just complaining? Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" butt…

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Empress Of asks for your consideration (with Empress Of) 37:05

19d ago37:05

37:05

There’s many things to love about Los Angeles: low-rider cars, roadside taco stands, and, come awards season, the omnipresent “For Your Consideration” billboard. Nobody knows this better than lifelong L.A. resident Lorely Rodriguez, also known as Empress Of. The indie-pop darling’s latest record, aptly titled For Your Consideration, is her take on …

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I Sinned On My Birthday 12:44

23d ago12:44

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Most people have an idea of what “sin” is; but when one is mentioned in 30 scriptures and referenced in even more, wouldn’t you think preachers would talk about it? I have never heard a sermon on gluttony! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" …

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A Light in the Darkness with Brandon Thomas of Expanding Reality Podcast 1:29:53

25d ago1:29:53

1:29:53

Join Brandon Thomas of the Expanding Reality Podcast as we explore the terrain of consciousness, its expansion and the possibilities and probabilities of the very rapidly approaching future. What can we do NOW to affect the future positively. With so many external factors and variables outside of our control, how can we actively harness our energy …

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It's Not the Records; It's the DJs! 33:31

26d ago33:31

33:31

. . . or something like that. Don't expect me to understand the logic -- I'm too busy listening to my favorite bands sing about guns. At times like these it's okay to just enjoy some great art by some great artists. So, let's do that.By David

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Born On Father's Day 11:02

30d ago11:02

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My Daddy said I was his best Father’s Day Gift ever; but I am not sure he felt that way through my horrible teen years. This is a chapter I contributed from a book I am in called The Embrace of a Father. Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" bu…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbstract1 19 - The Gatekeeper to Eternity 1:11:27

1M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Freaking out about songwriting with Nile Rodgers 35:06

1M ago35:06

35:06

There is no contemporary pop music without Nile Rodgers. Born in 1952, Rodgers grew up playing classical music on flute and clarinet before picking up jazz guitar. And at age 20, alongside bass player Bernard Edwards, Rodgers formed the band Chic. They wrote the biggest disco hits of the 70s, like: “Dance Dance Dance,” “Everybody Dance,” “Le Freak,…

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My Sister Donna 11:26

1M ago11:26

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My older sister Donna has always been my hero and my best friend. Recently her husband passed away and she also has need of a new hip, new knees and a renewing of her mind. I want to see her joy restored! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" b…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbstract1 18 - The Mirror World 1:12:21

1M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Begging songs and basketball's musicality (with Hanif Abdurraqib) 29:46

1M ago29:46

29:46

There's no music writer like the essayist and poet Hanif Abdurraqib: whether he's narrating the beautiful awkwardness of a Carly Rae Jepsen concert or talking jazz and eastern spirituality with Andre 3000, he manages to coax stories and insights out of songs in a way that never fails to surprise. His latest book, There's Always This Year, is a free…

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Where Is God In All Of This? 12:28

1M ago12:28

12:28

When people ask me where is God in the midst of all that is happening politically, religiously, financially, socially, or anything else, I know how I am to answer. Have you heard of the Serenity prayer? Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" but…

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Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist (with Charlie Puth) 39:03

2M ago39:03

39:03

On her latest album, Taylor Swift “declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist.” No one was more surprised by this than Charlie Puth himself: the singer, pianist, and songwriter whose career has always straddled pop stardom and behind the scenes anonymity. After three albums, billions of streams, and numerous songwriting credits – including one…

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Whine Whine Whine 10:45

2M ago10:45

10:45

Those of us who are teachers will be the first to tell you how annoying it is to have a constant whiner for a student. But when the “whiner” is an adult, especially without real cause, it is even worse! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" but…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbstract1 17 - The Dreams of the Gods 59:40

2M ago59:40

59:40

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Billie Eilish hits both hard and soft 43:07

2M ago43:07

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On Billie Eilish’s third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, Eilish finally graduates from her signature anti-pop persona into full blown pop stardom. This record finds Eilish experimenting on the themes from her earlier records, while crafting an economic ten tracks that position themselves for mainstream radio consumption. There’s “L’amour de ma vie,” h…

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If You Knew My Past 9:39

2M ago9:39

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People often say they just want to forget their past and let it die. But what if part of your past could just be the very thing that might unlock a tool to help others going through similar things? Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button a…

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Gastropod: Why are restaurants so loud? Plus the science behind the perfect playlist 44:03

2M ago44:03

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When you go out for a meal, it’s not just what's on your plate that matters, it's what's in your eardrums, too. From dining rooms so loud you have to shout to be heard, to playlists that sound like a generic Millennial Spotify account, it's not surprising that sound is the single most complained about aspect of restaurants. A few years ago, Charlie…

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Bass in Your Face - Bootsy Collins Edition! 35:30

2M ago35:30

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It's not every day that we get to hear from the World's Only Rhinestone Rock Star Doll, but today is one such day . . . From his teenage years with James Brown to otherworldly collaborations with Bill Laswell, Bootsy has seemingly done it all -- and always on the One!By David

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Is pop music just fast food? (with Gastropod) 39:24

2M ago39:24

39:24

Where were you when you learned that the McDonald's jingle "I'm lovin' it" was originally part of a full-fledged pop song by Justin Timberlake and Pharrell that flopped on the charts but found staying power as a slogan? For us, it was recording our live episode about sponsored content in pop back in March 2024, and we have not been the same since. …

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Mama Bootsie is 99 10:14

2M ago10:14

10:14

My story of my Mama Bootsie was first published in Chicken Soup for the Mother’s Soul. I tell of her purple house and eccentricities, and her own unrealized dreams. But most of all I tell of her unconditional love. Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a …

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Rosie Tucker's unending bliss 23:41

2M ago23:41

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Tongue twisters that mock techno-optimism and cite critical theory don’t usually make for catchy song lyrics. But indie rocker Rosie Tucker’s Utopia Now! finds beauty in the dross of late capitalism. Over 13 songs backed by distorted guitars and blazing drum fills, Tucker’s searing vocals bemoan the inherent dislocation of our modern world while se…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbstract1 16 - Dances with Shadows 1:21:48

2M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Eurovision 2024: from Baby Lasagna to Windows95Man 33:22

2M ago33:22

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It’s that time of year again when the entirety of Europe (and a few other countries) come together to celebrate kitschy, bombastic songwriting through the Eurovision Song Contest! This year’s competition, held in Malmo, Sweden, features everything from rave-pop on behalf of the Netherlands, to folk-rapping hybrids courtesy of Ukraine – and Charlie …

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No Fear Of Death! 10:48

2M ago10:48

10:48

I have never had a near death experience, but I actually wanted to die for a period in my life, because I was afraid to live. Now I want to live, but I will never be afraid to die – and you should not either! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donat…

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Justice is never-ending 41:34

2M ago41:34

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Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay of the French electronic duo Justice speak with cohost Charlie Harding about their new album Hyperdrama. Song Discussed Justice - Phantom Pt II, D.A.N.C.E., Neveender, New Jack, Genesis, Horsepower, Civilization, One Night-All Night, Dear Alan, Incognito, Moonlight Rendez-vous, Audio Video Disco, Afterimage, The En…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbie Johnson 15 - Letters from the Past Q and A 1:20:47

2M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Best of 2024 so far: hip hop feuds, Hozier’s pop surprise and espresso shots 53:38

3M ago53:38

53:38

The beginning of 2024 has brought new music aplenty. Some big releases are in the form of big-ticket albums by the world’s biggest superstars (shoutout Taylor and Beyoncé); some are in the form of soon-to-be radio-friendly staples (we love you, "Espresso"); and some are in the form of personal earworms (Justice! Rosie Tucker! Dua!). This episode of…

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No Place Like Home 8:29

3M ago8:29

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No matter where we travel, most of us agree it is great to come home. The older I get, the more I cherish these times. However, there will soon be a permanent final “new home” for each of us. Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at the …

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Transurfing Safari with Abbie Johnson 14 - Forward to the Past 1:18:14

3M ago1:18:14

1:18:14

Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Taylor Swift's Literary Era 46:19

3M ago46:19

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The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, finds the songwriter in the world of literature. She interweaves personal romance with mythical creation and quotations from high and low culture: Genesis, Peter Pan and even Playstation. Despite calling herself a "modern idiot," less-than-subtle nods to Sylvia Plath, Samuel Taylor Co…

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Lost Notes: How Fela Kuti Found Afrobeat in LA 32:10

3M ago32:10

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Lost Notes by KCRW explores how Fela Kuti’s time in LA in 1969 was instrumental in the creation of his legendary Afrobeat sound. Hosted by Michael Barnes and Novena Carmel. Find a full transcript of Lost Notes at KCRW. And subscribe to the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Get those Winter Clothes Back Out 10:28

3M ago10:28

10:28

We don’t wear winter clothes since we moved to Florida years ago. It is 85 degrees today! But as we leave for a family funeral in Washington state Siri told me it is 29 degrees there this morning. Yikes! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" bu…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbie Johnson 13 - Coordination "Apples Fall to the Sky" 1:19:23

3M ago1:19:23

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Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Berlin's Hottest Club is Rico Nasty & Boys Noize 44:49

3M ago44:49

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There are few artists pushing the boundaries of their respective genres like Maryland rapper Rico Nasty and German-Iraqi electronic producer Boys Noize. The two have run in the same circles for over half a decade, but their joint collaboration has reached an apex with their three song EP, HARDC0RE DR3AMZ, a dance-floor ready project that owes as mu…

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High Hopes! 10:04

3M ago10:04

10:04

As children, we were so eager to share and believe in that future hope we had. Do you still have it? Or did we grow cynical and disillusioned along the way? If so, it’s time to get that hope back! Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" button at…

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Chasing old sounds: Djo's "End of Beginning" with Joe Keery 39:11

3M ago39:11

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Joe Keery is best known for his acting roles, such as the reformed jock Steve Harrington in "Stranger Things" and his chilling performance in season 5 of "Fargo." But he's also a spectacular musician. Rising through the Chicago music scene in college, he has self-released two albums under the moniker 'Djo.' His latest work, "Decide" from 2022, serv…

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I spent Easter In Jail! 9:45

3M ago9:45

9:45

Why would anyone want to leave in the middle of an Easter dinner with friends and family to go spend two hours in jail? That’s what one of the inmates asked me Sunday. They couldn’t believe my response. Support the Show. Support our ministry by clicking "Support the show" above where you will be directed to our website. You will find a "Donate" but…

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Transurfing Safari with Abbie Johnson 12 - Frailing 1:16:23

3M ago1:16:23

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Join us for a multiple part series exploring the concepts in the Reality Transurfing Book by Vadim Zeland. There are many esoteric topics covered in the book and Abbie and I have both been studying it for years. We both attribute a lot of our development to the book and are reading it yet again to uncover the topics and ideas in it to share in hope…

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Cowboy Carter: This Ain't Country 39:27

3M ago39:27

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Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter is her foray into country music, but this isn't just dirt roads, blue jeans and whiskey. Her country music distills all of American pop: blues, gospel, R&B, soul, house, hip-hop and yes, country. If this ain't country, what is? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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#94: The Present Presents Presence With Mark Steeves 49:02

3M ago49:02

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Thank you so much for tuning in for another episode of Zero with Sam Tripoli. This episode I welcome my Booker, Mark Steeves, to the show to discuss the steps one must take to begin the journey down the true path we are here to experience. This was a super fun talk. Thank you so much for your support. Thank you so much for tuning in for another epi…

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#94: The Present Presents Presence With Mark Steeves 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

Thank you so much for tuning in for another episode of Zero with Sam Tripoli. This episode I welcome my Booker, Mark Steeves, to the show to discuss the steps one must take to begin the journey down the true path we are here to experience. This was a super fun talk. Thank you so much for your support. Thank you so much for tuning in for another epi…

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