Best La Parent Guide Podcasts (2024)

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87. Psychedelics as a Catalyst for Art, Poetry & Awakening with Tanja Schalling 1:11:57

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Tanja Schalling is an Austrian artist, photographer and author. Her multifaceted journey in the arts began with a love for writing and evolved into a diverse practice that includes painting, photography, and poetry. Tanja's unique ability to combine visuals, audio, and poetry has garnered her a significant following on Instagram, where her profound…

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86. Tradition, Transformation & the Metaphysics of Mushrooms with Acacea Lewis 1:44:43

3d ago1:44:43

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Acacea Lewis is a lecturer and leader in the field of Cultural Anthropology in Psychedelics. She founded Divine Master Alchemy, a school dedicated to providing cultural context in entheogenic exploration. Her mission is to guide both newcomers and experienced individuals deeper into their communion with mushrooms through vibrant, contextually relev…

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85. Are Mushrooms Safe for Pregnancy, Birth, Breastfeeding & Postpartum Depression? The Latest Citizen Science with Mikaela de la Myco - Pt. 2 35:57

15d ago35:57

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Mikaela de la Myco serves as a mother, an educator, a folk herbalist, a community organizer and entheogen facilitator. She applies her gifts in ancestral healing ways by supporting cooperatives, caretaking survivors in her work with MA'AT, educating in polyamorous and extended family structures, administrating certification courses like ECO Sensual…

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Train Your Mind, Train Your Body with Leo Figueredo 1:03:26

14d ago1:03:26

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This week, the ladies talk to Miami's #1 trainer, Leo Figueredo, to break down all things health, wellness and fitness. Leo shares his inspiring story of getting in shape at an early age, overcoming the many obstacles thrown his way and starting his brand X-Core Mia. Then, the trio dives into the best tips for living a healthy life, gym motivation …

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84. Are Mushrooms Safe for Pregnancy, Birth, Breastfeeding & Postpartum Depression? The Latest Citizen Science with Mikaela de la Myco - Pt. 1 40:17

22d ago40:17

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Mikaela de la Myco serves as a mother, an educator, a folk herbalist, a community organizer and entheogen facilitator. She applies her gifts in ancestral healing ways by supporting cooperatives, caretaking survivors in her work with MA'AT, educating in polyamorous and extended family structures, administrating certification courses like ECO Sensual…

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Exploring Nature's Energy with Mr. Sedona 1:04:38

24d ago1:04:38

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Debbie and Alexandra are joined by the one and only Dennis Andres, aka Mr. Sedona! Dennis is a best-selling author and international guide, having adventured in some of the most beautiful places on Earth. Dennis dives deep into his background, how he found his passion as an outdoorsman and the benefits of nature on mental wellbeing. Listen in viewe…

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83. EMBARK: A Groundbreaking Framework for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy with Dr. Bill Brennan 1:02:58

25d ago1:02:58

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Bill Brennan, PhD, is clinical psychologist, psychedelic researcher, educator, and author in New York City with over two decades of interest and involvement in psychedelic therapy. He has played a variety of roles across several psychedelic clinical trials, including lead trainer, core faculty, curriculum developer, clinical supervisor, and lead au…

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Good Vibes Only with Morgan Field 1:11:11

28d ago1:11:11

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Intuitive life coach Morgan Field is back on the podcast with a life update from Ocala! Morgan talks about her work with animals, the correlation between the energy you hold and your animal’s health and how to manage your thoughts for a more peaceful life. The ladies also dive deep into mental health, positivity and how to channel your gut intuitio…

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A Guided Meditation: Coming Home to Self with Michaela Carlin 37:41

1M ago37:41

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Episode Highlights 00:54 Living a psychedelic life: authenticity and healing 02:33 Exploring our true nature 05:04 GUIDED MEDITATION: COMING HOME TO SELF 05:50 A deep dive into sensations and awareness 27:41 Unbinding from conditioning 31:42 Embracing your true nature Michaela’s Links Website: www.thepsychedelicmom.com Instagram: @thepsychedelicmom…

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82. Waking up Out of Suffering with Non-Dual Teacher Josh Putnam 1:04:48

1M ago1:04:48

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Josh Putnam has been teaching in professional settings for over 25 years. After meeting Angelo Dilullo, Josh has been working closely with people in the non-dual context. He guides and points in an authentic way, while meeting each person exactly where they are. Episode Highlights 07:20 Josh Putnam’s early life and struggles 11:36 Josh’s first awak…

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Pop Culture Galore 58:54

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This week Debbie and Alexandra recap the final episode of the Vanderpump Rules reunion. Who should return, who should move on with their lives and who should apologize?! Then, the ladies dive into the biggest stories in pop culture: Ben and Jen's marriage, a pregnancy at 54, a postman and a Chihuahua, JoJo Siwa seen locking lips with a contestant f…

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81. Navigating “Complex” Love: Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy for Neurodivergent Couples (Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism ...) with Dr. Jill Corvelli 1:16:20

1M ago1:16:20

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Dr. Jill Corvelli is founder of the ND Partners Institute, which is dedicated to supporting complex couples, many of which are neurodiverse. She developed the ND Compass, which is an approach that helps complex couples navigate the differences that keep triggering and tripping them up. Within the last year, Dr Corvelli added work in non-ordinary st…

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Romanticizing Your Business with Los Angeles Hair Stylist Lisa Dixon 56:13

1M ago56:13

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Hairdresser extraordinaire Lisa Dixon joins the ladies to conclude their month of May series highlighting some of the best female business owners. Lisa dives deep into her career of 35 years, the key to success in the salon, and how she builds lifelong clientele connections. Then, Lisa reveals how opening an at-home salon has catapulted her into fa…

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80. The Impact of Drugs on History, Society & Health: From Nazis to Neurology with Norman Ohler 45:52

2M ago45:52

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Norman Ohler is a Berlin based novelist and filmmaker. In 1995 he published the first hypertext-novel world-wide: ‘Die Quotenmaschine’, a detective story set in New York. In 2001, his acclaimed Berlin-novel ‘Mitte’ was published, followed in 2002 by a novel about Johannesburg called ‘Ponte City’. In 2004, Ohler was writer-in-residence in Ramallah, …

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Bring 'n Buy it with Tina Hassenstein 1:09:42

2M ago1:09:42

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This week, Debbie and Alexandra interview the owner of Bring 'n Buy, a fabulous consignment shop in Ridgefield, CT. From starting off as a mother/daughter team, to shopping trips in Paris and the most exquisite item she’s sold, Tina dives deep into the world of sustainable fashion! Then, the ladies recap the finale of SYTYCD and the VPR reunions.…

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79. The Brain-Breath-Fascia Connection: Activate Your Self-Healing Power with Brooke McPoyle 1:17:58

2M ago1:17:58

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Brooke McPoyle is a classically trained singer who learned an operatic style of breathwork at 12 years old. In college she played Division 1 golf, learning the intense effect of adrenaline on the nervous system. She quit the sport after college after feeling she didn't have enough control to handle pro tournaments. She started teaching breathwork i…

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Living La Dolce Vita with The Chef's Daughter NYC 55:01

2M ago55:01

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This week, Debbie and Alexandra are joined by the one and only Giovanna Mosconi, aka @thechefsdaughternyc! Giovanna dives into what it was like growing up as the legendary Greenwich Village Chef, Pietro Mosconi's daughter, her relationship with food, and the best-kept secrets to being an authentic Italian cook in the kitchen. Then, Giovanna shares …

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78. Death, Dying & Awakening with Medicine Crone Quilley Powers 42:01

2M ago42:01

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Quilley Powers is a 5-MeO-DMT facilitator, with intersections with dying and meditation. She began her explorations with psychedelics in the 60s, mostly with recreational use, but also worked with Leo Zeff with many different medicines. For 35 years she mostly stepped away and practiced Theravada meditation. Now the intersection is obvious and, hav…

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Your Go to Guide to Being a Consignment Queen 52:25

2M ago52:25

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This week, Debbie and Alexandra have on Maura, the owner of Consign Envy in Ridgefield, CT. Hot off celebrating 20 years in business, Maura dives into what led her to open her store, her biggest accomplishment thus far, and what she hopes for the future! Then, the ladies share their disappointment on the finale of Vanderpump Rules and the latest ep…

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77. Low-dose Ketamine with Licia Sky: Somatic Awareness & the Subtle Realms of Trauma Healing 56:31

2M ago56:31

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Licia Sky is a somatic educator, artist, singer-songwriter, and bodyworker who works with traumatized individuals and trains mental health professionals to use mindful meditation in movement, theater exercises, writing, and voice as tools for attunement, healing and connection. She is a regular instructor in trauma healing workshops at Cape Cod Ins…

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The First Doggie Medi Spa with Kelly Ramos 1:29:33

2M ago1:29:33

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Introducing... The Generational Rundown! Debbie and Alexandra start off the podcast by explaining what led to the show's name change. Then, the ladies break down the latest episode of So You Think You Can Dance, before they are joined by this week's special guest, Kelly Ramos! Kelly is the owner of Treated Groom Spa in Ridgefield, CT and is here to…

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76. From Rebel Mormon Teen to Postpartum Priestess with Medicine Woman Brandilyn Clay 55:46

2M ago55:46

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Brandilyn Clay, MA is a ‘mamapreneur’ and mother of two. She is an expert in spiritual psychology and offers coaching programs supporting mamapreneurs in growing their businesses, as well as Love-Coaching for married couples with young children. Brandilyn is the CEO of Goddess Capes, a conscious clothing line producing pieces that awaken the goddes…

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Travelin' Back in Time and a Reality Recap 53:25

3M ago53:25

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This week, Debbie and Alexandra update the listeners on the latest pop culture news before diving into the world of travel. What were the airports like in the '80s? How did you find out about flight delays ahead of time? And how did people survive without GPS? The ladies break it all down before diving into Vanderpump Rules and So You Think You Can…

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75. The Path to Psychedelic Facilitation: Growing Through and Beyond Personal Identity with Tony Pham (Butterfly) 1:22:09

3M ago1:22:09

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Tony Pham (Butterfly) started meditating in 2010 during a difficult time when he was questioning all the stories people told him about who he was supposed to be. He is a heritage Buddhist, facilitator, and healer that occupies the intersection of queer and BIPOC identities. He is also a 2nd generation Vietnamese American whose parents immigrated to…

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74. Former Psychotherapist Dr. Meghan Roekle on How to Find Fulfilment in The Heart of The Now 56:11

3M ago56:11

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Dr Meghan Roekle is an ex clinical psychologist, now fulfillment teacher and meditation guide. Dr. Meghan has significant training in clinical psychology, energy psychology, embodiment meditation, and in the practical realization of our true nature as Oneness. She is passionate about coaching people to awaken, heal and find their unique fulfillment…

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Makeup, Breakups and Everything in Between 1:03:06

3M ago1:03:06

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The Raspys run down the most shocking headlines of the week, including a famous death, a divorce no one saw coming and the ending of a long-running, favorite talk show. Then, Debbie and Alexandra discuss skincare and makeup in the 80s and 90s compared to now and break down all the differences, trends and evolution of products. And one Raspy confess…

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73. Magic Mushrooms with Beana Bern: Building Resilience for Changing Times 1:05:33

3M ago1:05:33

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Beana Bern is a creative, energetic, compassionate and evolving space holder, medicine guide, idea generator, imagination farmer, recovering executive, new paradigm business coach, psychonaut, eternal optimist, fire dragon, mental projector, artist and medicine woman. Episode Highlights Beana's journey from psychonaut to medicine guide Beana's earl…

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So You Think You Can... Vanderpump? 42:18

3M ago42:18

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This week Debbie and Alexandra recap their recent vacations! From hail storms to lightning jeep rides and a carpool with a possible serial killer, the ladies spill all. Then, the Raspys give their thoughts on Vanderpump Rules and So You Think You Can Dance. Tune in now for the tea!By Alexandra Bellusci

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72. Can Psychedelics Help You Unbind From Your Generational Trauma & Heal Your Marriage? Seth Lorinczi's Story 1:01:52

3M ago1:01:52

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Seth Lorinczi is a Portland-based writer who focuses on psychedelics, music, and culture. His writing appears in The Guardian, DoubleBlind, Narratively (forthcoming) and elsewhere. His debut book, ‘Death Trip: A Post-Holocaust Psychedelic Memoir’ will be published in May, 2024 by Spiral Collective Press. Episode Highlights Seth Lorinczi’s early psy…

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71. The Long Strange Trip of Psychedelic Transformation: Who am I and how did I get Here? with Stefanie Cohen - Pt. 2 58:50

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Stefanie Cohen’s healing path began in an effort to heal herself from a decades-long struggle with anxiety and depression. After years of being on and off various psychotropic medications, she finally gave up and began seeking help from the natural world. She started working with herbal allies in a ceremonial context and experienced the deep healin…

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RealiTEA 54:23

4M ago54:23

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This week the Raspys dive into everything reality from Vanderpump Rules, Real Housewives and So You Think You Can Dance. Tune in now!By Alexandra Bellusci

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70. The Long Strange Trip of Psychedelic Transformation: Who am I and how did I get Here? with Stefanie Cohen - Pt. 1 38:54

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Stefanie Cohen’s healing path began in an effort to heal herself from a decades-long struggle with anxiety and depression. After years of being on and off various psychotropic medications, she finally gave up and began seeking help from the natural world. She started working with herbal allies in a ceremonial context and experienced the deep healin…

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69. Can Psychedelics Wake You Up? An "Enlightened" Perspective from Frank Yang 1:17:20

4M ago1:17:20

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Frank Yang, a Taiwanese YouTube sensation, rose to fame through his captivating performance art and intense workout videos. However, his journey transcended mere physicality as he delved into the depths of spiritual exploration, overcoming personal battles with bipolar disorder and sex addiction. With the same precision and intensity he applied to …

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We’re Back, Baby! 1:00:18

4M ago1:00:18

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The Raspys are back to recap their fabulous California vacay- which included a TV show appearance, Debbie’s bone to pick with her hubby, a workout written in the stars and a look into old school Hollywood. Then, the ladies get into reality tv and talk Vanderpump Rules. And Debbie has lots of hot takes on our favorite former SUR staff!…

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68. Surviving the Mafia & Reinventing with Mushrooms with Maria Camille 49:34

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Maria Camille is a nomad entrepreneur and citizen of the world. As an author, publisher, independent TV producer, and extreme sports world champion, Maria’s mosaic life has taken her to all corners of the world. Her newsletter, ‘Masters, Misfits and Mentors’, follows her amazing early years as the wife of a mafia gangster and the lessons she learne…

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67. Ibogaine: The Ultimate Biohack for Addiction, Trauma and Optimization with Talia Eisenberg 1:02:36

5M ago1:02:36

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Talia Eisenberg, MBA, is a serial entrepreneur who lives in Mexico with her husband, Tom, cofounder of Beond, and their sons. She received an undergrad degree from New School in NYC and earned an MBA from Presidio Graduate School in SF. Talia is a person in long term recovery from harmful mind-altering drugs and substances. Her passion for supporti…

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66. Expanding Access to Psychedelic Therapies – Thank you Life! with Kevin Cannella 1:05:21

5M ago1:05:21

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A mystic at heart, psychotherapist by trade, entrepreneur by calling and a psychonaut in spirit. Kevin Cannella is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Thank You Life, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that exists to expand access to psychedelic therapy by eliminating financial barriers to treatment. By providing grants for people who would otherw…

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65. Jemma Gawned: Anchoring the Light with San Pedro, Cacao & Ayahuasca 1:17:39

5M ago1:17:39

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Jemmita Gawned walks a Sacred Shamanic Path as Medicine Woman, Healer and Ceremonialist offering deep transformational work globally. Initiated into the Sacred Ancestral Medicines by her Maestros in the Andes and adopted into their lineage in 2012, she is deeply honored to share the profound Medicine and teachings of the Andes Cosmovision, woven in…

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64. The Groundbreaking Potential of MDMA: A Critical Look at The Failure of Modern Psychiatry with Dr. Ben Sessa & Stefanie Cohen 56:39

5M ago56:39

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For over 15 years, Dr. Ben Sessa has been at the forefront of psychedelic and cannabis research and clinical medicine in the UK through his affiliations with Imperial College London. Ben qualified as a medical doctor from UCL in 1997 and went on to specialize in psychiatry. For 25 years he has worked as a consultant child and adolescent psychiatris…

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63. MDMA Q&A: Dosing, Benefits, Safety & Breakthroughs 35:14

6M ago35:14

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Episode Highlights MDMA 101: properties and history The rising interest in MDMA within the psychotherapy world The therapeutic potential of MDMA The unique qualities of MDMA The history of MDMA The role of MDMA in healing PTSD How MDMA works in the body Safety considerations for MDMA use The role of MDMA in therapy Personal experiences taking and f…

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Traitors, Housewives and Everyone in Between 52:23

6M ago52:23

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This week the Raspys break down the hottest topics in pop culture, including dating in Los Angeles, the Emmys, an igloo Airbnb, Gypsy Rose's furry new friend and tragedy in the soap world. Then, the ladies recap the latest housewives episode along with their new obsession... The Traitors!By Alexandra Bellusci

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62. Tommy Rosen of Recovery 2.0 on Yoga, Addiction & Psychedelics 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

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Tommy Rosen is an internationally renowned yoga teacher, meditation instructor and addiction recovery expert with over 30 years of continuous recovery from addiction. Through his classes, workshops, courses and destination retreats, Tommy has helped thousands of people to overcome their addictions and to be free. Rosen is the founder of Recovery 2.…

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61. Living in Alignment to the Soul with Iboga: From Addiction to Freedom with Elizabeth Bast 1:00:28

6M ago1:00:28

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Elizabeth Bast is the cofounder of SoulCentro Iboga Retreats in Costa Rica, along with her husband, ordained Bwiti Nima and visionary artist "Chor Boogie." Bast experienced the Missoko Bwiti initiation, rite of passage, and immersive traditional Iboga provider training. She is a twice certified, trauma-informed yoga teacher and has completed the tr…

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The Golden Wedding, A Golden Birthday and the Golden Globes 42:38

6M ago42:38

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Happy New Year from the Raspys! The ladies recount their NYE advetures before diving into the three G's: the Golden Bachelor wedding, Debbie's golden birthday and the 2024 Golden Globes. Then, it's a total housewives recap- happy birthday Kyle Richards! Alexandra and Debbie also fill the listeners in on Gypsy Rose Blanchard's sudden stardom and sha…

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60. Did JFK Take Psilocybin in the White House? A Psychedelic History of Power, Politics and Persuasion with Robert Forte 1:25:52

6M ago1:25:52

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Robert Forte has traveled the psychedelic path over the past 45 years, an adventure in consciousness that has taken him to very far and deeply personal realms. He has been a student, a researcher, a producer and a distributor of forbidden drugs, taught at university and graduate level. Robert has done field work in South America and had close perso…

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59. What Happens When You Give an Octopus MDMA? Opening the Critical Window for Accelerated Learning & Healing with Dr. Gul Dölen & Stefanie Cohen 1:13:21

7M ago1:13:21

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Dr. Dölen earned her M.D., Ph.D. at Brown University, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and completed postdoctoral training in the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University. Dr. Dölen is currently an Associate professor of Neuroscience and Neurology at the Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine. Her laboratory has dis…

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Spilling the Tea for the Last Time in 2023 56:12

7M ago56:12

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Happy holidays from the Raspys! Debbie and Alexandra start off the week with a very important topic: Christmas movies!! Which film nabbed the number one spot this year and which were too cheesy for their own good!? Then, the ladies head into the Bravoverse to rehash Real Housewives, Vanderpump Rules and Ultimate Girls Trip. Debbie also shares her i…

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58. Is Silence The Great Healer? What Are Dark Retreats? Are They an Alternative to Psychedelics? with Scott Berman 1:08:08

7M ago1:08:08

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Scott Berman is the founder of Sky Cave Retreats - the first darkness retreat center in the US. Throughout the last decade, he has spent over two years in self-guided solo retreats in remote wilderness. He did his first darkness retreat in 2012 and has spent over 70 days in multiple solo darkness retreats along with a couple with his wife Jill. Ove…

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57. Snow Raven: The Gift of The Shaman - Music as a Portal to Higher Dimensions 1:04:29

7M ago1:04:29

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SNOW RAVEN - SUOR was born in one of the most remote and cold inhabited places in the world - the Republic of Sakha - Yakutia (arctic Siberia). She was three years old when she started to learn the language of birds and animals. Her voice takes its breath from traditional Sakha culture and is truly an instrument. She is the OG of “arctic beatbox” -…

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A Raspy Catch Up 34:16

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This week Debbie recounts her latest adventures, which includes a personal shopper, Jingle Ball at MSG and a surprise from Snoopy. Then, Alexandra shares an update from her latest red carpet before the ladies dive into some of Hollywood's hot topics and old glamour.By Alexandra Bellusci

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