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#220 - Jed Smith: Unearthing Wisdom in Meditation, Psychedelics, and World Affairs.


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When Jed Smith sat across from me in Byron Bay, the air was thick with stories of transformation and the hum of cicadas. Our conversation swept from the tangible - dietary shifts post-concussion, to the profound - the interplay of meditation and psychedelics on our mental landscapes. Jed, returning for his third candid exchange, peels back the layers of his evolution from a journalist to a podcast co-host, offering a treasure trove of wisdom for those navigating the murky waters of personal well-being and the subtle political undercurrents of our times.

Our dialogue danced through the realms of spirituality and the rigidity of religious dogmas, touching on Tibetan culture's unexpected complexities and the universal search for inner peace. We wrestle with the teachings of ancient texts and modern-day mystics, like Wim Hof, threading a needle through the fabric of belief and practice. And, as we share tales of the personal impact Joe Rogan's podcast and financial happiness philosophies have left on us, you'll be reminded that the pursuit of contentment comes in many forms - sometimes, even in a block of land in an overlooked neighbourhood.

Wrapping up, we confronted the stark realities of global power dynamics and the heart-wrenching intricacies of the Israel-Palestine conflict. This is no superficial skim across the surface; instead, it's a plunge into the depths of critical, global conversations and the importance of not shying away from our collective complacency. As Jed and I parted ways, the mood shifted from the weight of the world's woes to the lightness of shared aspirations and the steadfast discipline needed to keep the creative fires burning. Join us on this journey of discovery, packed with emotional insights and thoughtful reflections, that just might provoke a change in the way you engage with the world.
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Shan

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