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In this episode of Cool People Big Ideas, Lauren Walker sat down with Jill Purce, the Matriarch of the Sheldrake-Purce family, to discuss her work with chanting, healing, and internal family systems. They talked about how sound can help with emotional and spiritual well-being, including how chanting has transformed individuals and families. Jill shared personal stories from her own life and explained how she came to understand the power of vocal practices. She also talked about raising a family alongside her husband, scientist Rupert Sheldrake, and their two children, Merlin and Cosmo, each making their own mark in the world.
The conversation covered a range of topics, from the science and spirituality of sound to the impact of internal family systems on relationships. Jill provided practical advice on how to bring chanting into daily life and discussed the connection between ancient traditions and modern healing. This episode offers listeners a chance to understand how sound can be a tool for personal healing and how it shapes the dynamics of family and relationships.
The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Energy Works podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Energy Works hosts or Energy Medicine Yoga employees.


What You'll Learn:
- How chanting can help with emotional and spiritual well-being.
- The role of internal family systems in relationships.
- Jill’s approach to connecting with both your inner self and the outside world.

Key Moments:
- Jill’s background and work with chanting.
- Her personal journey into discovering the power of sound.
- The relationship between science and spirituality in sound.
- Stories of families healed through vocal practices.
- An introduction to the principles of internal family systems.
- Tips for integrating chanting into daily life.
- The connection between ancient healing practices and modern methods.
- Advice for beginners interested in vocal healing.

Lauren found this conversation to be a meaningful exploration of sound, family, and healing, and she hopes it offers something valuable for everyone listening.

You can learn more about Jill Purce at www.healingvoice.com.

In this episode of Cool People Big Ideas, Lauren Walker sits down with Rupert Sheldrake to discuss his groundbreaking theory of morphic resonance, which explores how living beings are connected across time and space. They talk about how Rupert’s work challenges conventional scientific ideas, shedding light on phenomena like telepathy and animal instincts that many mainstream scientists dismiss. Rupert offers a simple explanation of his theory and provides real-world examples of how morphic fields influence everything from human behavior to communication between animals. He also clarifies the often-misunderstood Double Slit experiment, offering a clear perspective that sets the record straight. This conversation gives listeners a new understanding of Rupert’s work and how it might shift our view of the world.

The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Energy Works podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Energy Works hosts or Energy Medicine Yoga employees.


What You'll Learn:
- The key ideas behind Rupert Sheldrake’s morphic resonance theory.
- How Rupert’s theories challenge mainstream scientific beliefs.
- Practical examples of how morphic resonance plays out in everyday life.
- A clearer understanding of the Double Slit experiment and its true implications.
- How Rupert’s work connects science with common human experiences.

Key Moments:
- Rupert explains the concept of morphic resonance and its potential to change our understanding of science.
- How Rupert’s work challenges traditional views in science, particularly around phenomena like telepathy and intuition.
- The connection between morphic fields and how animals and humans share unspoken knowledge.
- Rupert offers a clear, simplified explanation of the Double Slit experiment and why it matters.
- Real-world applications of Rupert’s theories, from animal behavior to human communication.


You can learn more about Rupert Sheldrake at his website www.sheldrake.org and his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RupertSheldrakePhD 

In this special episode of Energy Works, Lauren and Blaine celebrate the end of their first year of podcasting by looking back at the journey so far. They share favorite moments, key lessons, and how the podcast has grown since day one. As they prepare for the year, the hosts dive into their styles for reflection and goal-setting.

Lauren and Blaine bring their own flair to the process—Lauren leans on her intuition, while Blaine favors a more structured, step-by-step approach. Together, they talk about blending these contrasting styles, staying true to your values, and steadily progressing toward your goals.



What’s in This Episode:


Reflecting on the Year: Highlights, lessons, and memorable moments from their first year of podcasting.

Contrasting Styles: Lauren’s intuitive reflection vs. Blaine’s structured goal-setting—and why both have merit.

Blending Approaches: How to balance flexibility and planning for effective goal-setting.

Staying Grounded: Tips for staying true to your values and making progress without overwhelm.

Community Connection: The role of support and accountability in reaching your goals.

Practical Tips: Simple ways to wrap up your year with reflection and intention.



Why Listen:

Whether you’re a planner, a feeler, or somewhere in between, this episode offers something for everyone. Lauren and Blaine’s different styles might inspire you to find a method that fits your personality, values, and goals.



🎧 Listen in for tips, inspiration, and a look behind the scenes at their podcasting journey!

In this episode of Energy Works, Blaine and Lauren share their favorite ways to wrap up one year and gear up for the next. As part of their mini-series on year-end reviews and planning for the year ahead, they compare two reflection styles: one that’s more methodical and goal-focused and one that flows with intuition and emotion.

They offer actionable steps to help you look back on your year - celebrating wins, spotting what drained your energy, and preparing for what’s next. Along the way, they touch on how different cultures tackle year-end traditions, proving that no matter where you are, a little self-reflection is always in season.



What’s in This Episode:


- Why New Year’s Feels Special: A look at why we like to start fresh on January 1st.

- Cultural Perspectives: How others reflect on the past and plan for the future.

- Reflection Styles:
    *Lauren’s free-flowing approach that taps into feelings and energy.
    *Blaine’s step-by-step system for spotting patterns and setting goals.

- Blending the Two: Why combining structure and intuition might be your best bet.

- Fresh Perspectives: Fun metaphors and visual exercises to reframe your year in a meaningful way.

- Get Started: Simple tips to kick off your reflection process today.

Why Listen:

Whether you love a checklist or prefer to go with the flow, this episode will leave you with practical ideas to reflect on the past year and set clear intentions for 2024. You’ll learn how to craft a process that feels right for you—no one-size-fits-all advice here.

Join the Conversation:

We want to hear from you! What’s your favorite way to reflect on the year? Drop us a comment, share your practices, and let’s start a conversation about what worked - and what didn’t - in 2024.


🎧 Listen now, and let’s step into the new year with purpose and clarity!

In this episode of Energy Works, Blaine and Lauren talk about the challenges of family gatherings during the holidays, especially when beliefs and lifestyles don’t align. They share strategies for maintaining calm and balance in the face of potentially stressful family interactions.
Both hosts open up about their experiences navigating tricky family dynamics—like differing dietary choices and clashing values—and discuss how to set healthy boundaries. They also discuss how energy techniques can help you stay grounded and manage stress when things get tense. By the end of the episode, you'll have a toolkit of practical approaches to stay centered and handle triggers during the holiday season.

What to Listen For:
Handling Family Differences: Tips for managing conflicts and respecting differing beliefs during family gatherings.

Personal Stories: Blaine and Lauren share how their values and lifestyle choices affect family interactions.

Setting Boundaries: How to protect your peace by establishing clear limits with family members.

The Warrior’s Approach: A mindset for staying calm and grounded in challenging family situations.

Energy Tools: Breathing exercises and other techniques for managing stress and emotional triggers.

Psychological Tips: Strategies for maintaining inner peace despite family tension.

Spiritual Perspective: How understanding different backgrounds can help you find peace during the holidays.

Takeaway: The holidays can be both joyful and stressful, but with the tools shared in this episode, you’ll be better equipped to navigate family dynamics, stay grounded, and create a peaceful, enjoyable holiday season.
🔗 Tune in to learn how to stay grounded and calm during family gatherings. If you want to bring more peace to your holiday season, this episode is full of helpful insights.

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In this episode of Energy Works, Lauren and Blaine shine a light on the power of helping your neighbors and why small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Lauren shares the story of her neighbor Gary, who’s been facing serious health and financial challenges. Inspired to take action, she started a GoFundMe campaign—and the outpouring of community support was a testament to the good that happens when people come together.Lauren and Blaine dig into the emotional and practical aspects of being there for the people around you, exploring what it really means to be a good neighbor and how giving back doesn’t have to be complicated.

What to Listen For:
- Gary’s Story: How one neighbor in need sparked a ripple of support.

- Why Helping Neighbors Matters: The big impact of showing up for the people right in front of you.
- The Power of Asking: How vulnerability can lead to connection and real solutions.

- Time or Money? Tips for figuring out how to give back in a way that works for you.

- Making Giving Sustainable: Avoiding burnout while staying generous.

- The Joy of Community: How helping others brings people closer and creates a sense of purpose.

- Take Action Today: Easy, meaningful ways to lend a hand to those in your own community.
- Your Takeaway: Helping your neighbors doesn’t have to be a grand gesture—it’s about seeing a need and finding a way to meet it. Gary’s story is proof that when people come together, even small efforts can create lasting change.

Gary's GoFundMe: 
https://gofund.me/5265bea6


🔗 Tune in to be inspired by this heartfelt story and discover how you can make a difference in your own community.


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In this Energy Works episode, Lauren and Blaine tackle the ever-present voice of the inner critic—the one that loves to critique, judge, and sometimes derail us. Through personal stories and practical tools, they offer ways to quiet that voice, embrace self-acceptance, and find a little more peace in your headspace.
Here’s What’s Waiting for You in This Episode:

- What Exactly Is the Inner Critic? A straightforward look at how it shows up in our lives and impacts mental health.

- Real-Life Experiences: Lauren shares a behind-the-scenes moment of self-doubt while recording a podcast intro for her spin-off series.
Blaine dives into how her upbringing, steeped in competition and achievement, gave her inner critic a megaphone.

- Tracing the Roots of Self-Talk: How childhood experiences shape that voice in your head—and what you can do to rewrite the script.

-Tailored Affirmations That Work: Why generic affirmations can fall flat and how to create ones that actually resonate.

- Energy Medicine in Action: Learn the “earmuffs” technique (yes, it’s as simple as it sounds) and other tools to calm the mind and soften self-criticism.

- Steps Toward Self-Kindness: Concrete tips for building a more compassionate relationship with yourself—no fluffy language or unrealistic expectations here.

Your Takeaway

Lauren and Blaine wrap up the episode with a guided affirmation practice designed to help you take a breath, quiet the negative chatter, and connect with self-love.


🔗 Tune in to hear how blending yoga, affirmations, and energy work can shift your inner dialogue and help you feel a little lighter.


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What’s it like to sit miles away while a massive hurricane barrels toward your home? This week, Lauren gets Blaine to open up about the raw emotions, the uncertainty, and the tools she leaned on while waiting to hear if her home had weathered two consecutive hurricanes. This isn’t just about the storm itself—it’s about the quiet chaos of waiting, worrying, and finding your center even when you’re far away.



🌀 What’s Coming Your Way


- The Wait: Facing a Hurricane from Afar – Blaine describes the tense experience of sitting with the knowledge that a hurricane was closing in on her home. The waiting period was an emotional marathon, full of “what ifs” and an exhausting sense of helplessness.


- Dealing with the Emotional Aftershocks – Once the winds passed, the waiting continued. Blaine talks about the flood of emotions as she waited to hear if her home had survived—equal parts hope, fear, and the inevitable mind games that come with not knowing.


- Finding Calm in the Chaos – Blaine shares how she used energy medicine and yoga practices to stay centered and grounded, even when she was overwhelmed. Whether you’re dealing with a storm or a personal crisis, these are real techniques that help bring you back to solid ground.


- The Emotional Rollercoaster: Relief, Grief, and Everything in Between – Blaine reflects on the complex feelings that arose once she finally got the news. There was relief, yes—but also lingering tension, the toll of unresolved worry, and gratitude for the things that survived.


- Weathering the Storm of Uncertainty – Blaine and Lauren discuss the nature of resilience, how storms—literal and metaphorical—change us, and the hard-won lessons that come from facing what we can’t control.


- Your Take-Home Tools for Calm – Blaine walks us through the grounding techniques and breathwork that kept her steady. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, these practical exercises are perfect for finding some inner calm when you need it most.

Tune in to this heartfelt conversation if you’re ready to hear about resilience and the power of finding peace even when the winds are wild.


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🎙️ Will Power’s Bold Moves on Art, Vegan Soul Food & Hip-Hop Theater | Cool People, Big Ideas Podcast

Hold onto your headphones because Lauren’s sitting down with Will Power, the playwright and performer who’s flipping scripts—literally and culturally. From creating hip-hop theater to penning his first children’s book, “Nana’s New Soul Food,” Will’s world is anything but ordinary. Dive into this lively conversation that goes from vegan recipes to Greek mythology, all with a side of impromptu rap!



🔎 What’s Cooking in This Episode?


- Meet the Powerhouse – Get up close with Will Power, hailed as the top verse playwright in America and a pioneer of hip-hop theater.

- Creative Sparks Fly – Lauren and Will swap stories from their past collaborations and what still fuels their creative fires.

- Nana’s New Soul Food—Will’s debut children’s book is changing how we think about food, health, and cultural roots in Atlanta’s African American community.

- Tackling Food & Identity – From family recipes to the Atlanta vegan scene, Will unpacks how food reflects who we are.

- Messages for Young Minds – Why a children’s book? Will opens up about the subtle power of kids’ lit and how he weaves in big ideas without spoon-feeding.

- COVID Writing Life – How the pandemic pushed his creativity to new places.

- Bonus Recipe Alert – “Nana’s New Soul Food” isn’t just a story; it’s got vegan recipes and activities kids can dive into.

- Will’s Vegan Journey – From his first plant-based meal to what keeps him going in a world of fried chicken and BBQ.

- Spontaneous Rap – You know it’s a real Will Power show when he breaks into rhyme—right on the spot.

- Beyond the Book – A sneak peek at his upcoming stage play, “Fetch Clay, Make Man” directed by the legendary Debbie Allen.

Whether you’re here for the art, the vegan tips, or just a good story, this episode packs it all in with heart, humor, and a touch of freestyle flair.

🔗 Tune in for a lively discussion that merges creativity, culture, and culinary innovation through the lens of Nana's New Soul Food!

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🎙️ This episode of Energy Works! brings you right into the heart of energetic tools to stay balanced and grounded—without feeling drained. Join Lauren and Blaine as they walk through the Zip Up and Hook Up techniques, two core EMYoga moves that help you keep your energy in check and your vibe high.



🔑 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

- Getting to Know Energy Works!: Why tuning into your energy matters and how it can impact everyday life.

- Empathy & Energy: How empathy interacts with energy fields, and why being sensitive can leave you more open to energy shifts.

- The Zip Up Technique: Blaine guides you on how tracing the central meridian can shield you from low vibes and reinforce your positivity.

- Step-by-Step Zip Up Practice: Get hands-on with this guided practice, as Lauren walks you through each step.

- The Hook Up Technique: An easy method for syncing your central and governing meridians, keeping energy flow smooth and steady.

- Why the Energetic Spine Matters: We break down why the spine is key to keeping your energy intact and your spirit high.

- Hook Up Walkthrough: Follow along as Blaine demonstrates this powerful grounding move for more stable energy.

- The EMYoga Wake Up Recap: Revisit the basics of this practice, including the Four Thumps, Silence, Cross Crawl, Zip Up, and Hook Up.

- Getting to Know Your Energy Better: Blaine shares real-life ways to tap into a stronger connection with your energy.

- Final Takeaway: Some words of encouragement to make these practices part of your daily life.


🔗 Tune in to learn about the power of these techniques and enhance your well-being through mindful energy practices!

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