Welcome to a very special episode of How to Stay Human — the first to feature guests! Tori Gordon and Kyle are joined by two soul family members and vibrant spirits: Leah Free, a vocal liberation artist known for her soulful sound and expressive presence, and Pedro Jerez, an entrepreneur and devoted man embodying integrity and divine masculine energy.

Together, they unpack what it means to live fully alive in a world flooded with noise and technology. Leah shares her origin story of finding safety and freedom in nature and voice, cultivating a unique soundscape that connects deeply with self and others. Pedro reflects on his journey from childhood dreams of success to embracing spiritual surrender and generosity as the foundation for transformation.

The conversation flows through themes of courage, self-mastery, and the power of “throwing darts” — taking messy, imperfect steps toward authentic expression. They explore how technology, especially AI, challenges and expands human creativity and connection, emphasizing the need to come back to the body, community, and nature.

Leah and Pedro also reveal the tender dynamics of their relationship — how respect, autonomy, and love create a spacious container for growth, play, and vulnerability. They discuss boundaries, the dance between work and presence, and the importance of nurturing intimacy in a high-demand world.

This episode is a heartfelt invitation to embrace your unique voice, lean into your edges, and cultivate connection in an era of rapid change. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your creative journey, relationship, or personal growth, Leah and Pedro’s wisdom will leave you feeling seen, supported, and ready to stay human.

Guest Introductions:

•Leah Free is a vocal liberation artist and experiential guide who helps people connect to their soul through sound and self-expression. Known for her vibrant spirit and soulful presence, Leah blends nature, improvisation, and play to inspire authentic living. Find her at @leahlivefree.

•Pedro Jerez is an entrepreneur and founder dedicated to walking the path of integrity and divine masculine energy. With a background in business and a deep commitment to personal growth, Pedro is pioneering new ways to accelerate breakthroughs in people’s lives through his platform Kochi. Discover more at kochi.coach.

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Timestamped Chapters:

•00:00 – Welcome to How to Stay Human and the first guest episode

•00:29 – Meet Leah Free and Pedro Jerez

•01:46 – Pedro’s introduction, partnership energy, and soul-family connection

•04:34 – Pedro’s origin story: entrepreneurship, ambition, and early self-belief

•08:09 – Curiosity, creativity, faith, and learning to nurture what has always been there

•12:01 – Leah Free’s origin story: voice, nature, and becoming herself

•17:51 – Roots over symptoms: regulation, happiness, and deep self-work

•22:09 – Self-expression in a noisy world and the strange gift of feeling known through technology

•24:47 – Practicing expression: reps, flops, edges, and creative courage

•29:20 – Comedy, performance, and stepping into the ultimate creative edge

•34:17 – How Leah expands Pedro’s play, movement, and embodied expression

•40:08 – Founders, high performance, AI, and the new era of achievement

•43:28 – Partnership as a supportive container for success and humanity

•49:33 – Transitioning from work mode into presence, intimacy, and connection

•54:38 – Trust, surrender, vulnerability, and being guided through partnership

•59:51 – Brain-heavy culture, overdrive, and the need for nervous-system regulation

•64:55 – High performance, boundaries, and coming back to the body

•69:48 – Technology, AI, and a hopeful future where people do the work

•74:50 – “Touch grass”: nature, play, dancing, and community as balance

•76:08 – Where to find Leah and Pedro

•80:01 – Closing reminder: stay hopeful and stay human

Key Takeaways:

•Authentic self-expression requires courage, generosity, and willingness to be messy and imperfect.

•Technology and AI can amplify human creativity but also demand conscious boundaries and presence.

•Partnerships rooted in respect, autonomy, and love create space for vulnerability and growth.

•Returning to nature, the body, and community is essential for staying grounded in a hyper-digital world.

•Embracing emotional masculine vulnerability deepens intimacy and connection.

•Setting “bare-ass minimums” (BAMs) and healthy boundaries supports sustainable success and wellbeing.

•The future holds unprecedented opportunities for self-work and purpose-driven living as technology evolves.

Resources Mentioned:

•The Untethered Soul (Book referenced by Pedro)

•Kochi Platform for real-time coaching and breakthrough acceleration: kochi.coach

Guest Links Mentioned:

•Leah Free Instagram: @leahlivefree

•Pedro Jerez’s platform Kochi: kochi.coach

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