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Jennifer Morgan, president and founder of the Deeptime Network, is an award-winning author, storyteller, and educator inspired by the work of Teilhard de Chardin, Maria Montessori, Thomas Berry, and Brian Swimme. Her Universe Story Trilogy — Born With a Bang, From Lava to Life, and Mammals Who Morph — are used in classrooms around the world, particularly in Montessori schools as part of the Cosmic Education Curriculum, and have received the Teachers Choice Award, Nautilus Semi Finalist, highest ratings from AAAS and endorsements from Jane Goodall, Neil de Grasse Tyson, astronaut Edgar Mitchell, Thomas Berry, Brian Swimme and others. 

Tune in next week for Part 2 of our conversation with Jennifer Morgan.

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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This is a re-edit of an earlier interview we had with Carolyn Baker on our previous podcast, Cosmic Entanglement.

Carolyn Baker, Ph. D., was a psychotherapist in private practice for 20 years and a professor of psychology and history for 10. She is the author of 15 books including Navigating The Coming Chaos: A Handbook For Inner Transition; Sacred Demise: Walking The Spiritual Path of Industrial Civilization’s Collapse; and Love In The Age of Ecological Apocalypse. She has also co-authored 4 books with Andrew Harvey. She manages her website at www.carolynbaker.net (http://www.carolynbaker.net/) and publishes a subscription-based Daily News Digest which is a collection of news stories and inspiration focusing on the global crisis and options for navigating disruptive times. Carolyn offers life coaching and spiritual counseling worldwide for people who want help with dealing with the unprecedented challenges of our time. 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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This is a re-edited interview we had with Brian a couple of years ago on our previous podcast, Cosmic Entanglement.  

Today's conversation is with Brian Tucker, a cross-cultural Spiritual Director and Advisor who trained with the Guild for Spiritual Guidance, Brian Tucker has organized and facilitated Interfaith events for many years in the Central New Jersey area, serving two years with the Vincentian Renewal Center (St. Joseph's Seminary) in Plainsboro, NJ as Team Lead on Interfaith Programming. In addition to holding a degree in Computer Science, Brian has studied various faith traditions with organizations such as the Guild for Spiritual Guidance, the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Princeton and Washington Crossing, NJ and the New Jersey Chapter of the Bharat Sevashram Sangha, a Hindu monastic organization located in Kendall Park. He consults with both non-profit and for-profit organizations, individuals, and organizations on human-centered approaches in implementing technology. He also serves as a Board member of the Deep Time Network, an online educational and training program focused on teaching Cosmology and Leadership Development (see http://dtnetwork.org). His book, Generations of War: A Family’s History of World War highlights his late Uncle’s World War II experiences and the intricacies of generational loss and suffering from the effects of war. Brian blogs at http://interspirituality.org on topics of Interspirituality, Social Justice, Cosmology, Vedanta, Torah, Ecstatic Trance Postures, and other topics. For more information visit http://ecozoic.live 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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This is a re-edit of our interview with John Roedel for our previous podcast, Cosmic Entanglement.

John Roedel is a comic who unexpectedly gained notability as a writer and poet through his heartfelt Facebook conversations that went viral and became an Amazon best-selling book titled, Hey God. Hey John.  He is the author of five books—Hey God. Hey John, Any Given Someday, Untied: The Poetry of What Comes Next, Remedy, and his latest work, Upon Departure, which explores through poetry the concept of our grief as a natural wonder that terraforms the landscape of our world in increments.  Offering a sincere and very relatable look at his faith crisis, mental health, personal struggles, perception of our world, and even his fashion sense, John's writing has been shared millions of times across social media and lauded by fans and readers worldwide. He teaches at universities and retreat centers across the US, blending his trademark comedy with creative exercises, journaling, dialogue, and introspection to help people fearlessly embrace and share their personal stories. www.johnroedel.com 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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In this episode, we welcome the Rev. Dorothée Renée Caulfield—a spiritual leader, teacher, chaplain, and guide whose journey through ministry spans decades and a wide spectrum of service. From her early days as an ordained deacon at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City, to her work in hospice care, prison ministry, and theological education, Dorothée has dedicated her life to accompanying others through life’s most vulnerable moments. Currently serving as a hospital chaplain and spiritual director, she continues to mentor emerging leaders through the Episcopal Church’s Education for Ministry program. Today, we’ll speak with Dorothée about her path, the power of spiritual companionship, how she’s navigating today’s turbulent times, and how laughter, love, and faith continue to sustain her.
 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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Join us for a captivating conversation with Dr. Emily DeMoor, a visionary thinker, teacher, and creative force dedicated to guiding humanity toward a more unified and peaceful world. With an interdisciplinary background spanning musicology, religion, ecology, and curriculum development, Emily’s work bridges the worlds of science, spirituality, and education.

A lifelong student of influential figures like Thomas Berry, Ilia Delio, and David Sloan Wilson, Emily’s current focus is exploring the profound concepts of intersubjectivity and the Noosphere. She brings her rich expertise to her roles as Director of Christophany Groups at the Center for Christogenesis, Director of the Caritas Center at Brescia University, and consultant for the nonprofit Human Energy.

In this episode, Emily invites us to reimagine our collective consciousness and to participate meaningfully in the unfolding evolution of our interconnected world.

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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The Rev. ​​Dianne Disston is a Spiritual Guide, Certified Grief Counselor, and  Licensed Psychoanalyst. Last Fall, after 14 years of service, she retired as Director of the Apprenticeship Program at The Guild for Spiritual Guidance and is now focused on her private practice as a spiritual guide, grief counselor, and psychoanalyst. 

The loves of her life are Todd, her husband of 45 years, and her adult children, David and Ashleigh.  She also loves to read (fiction and non-fiction), communing with nature and with Love, which she identifies as her Creator, and deeply listening as her clients explore their inner truths.

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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This episode was initially released in September 2023. It has been re-edited for our new Podcast series, From Stardust to Us. The themes of the interview are even more important today than they were 18 months ago.  

In this episode, we sit down with visionary thought leader, award-winning author, and dynamic speaker Jan Phillips. As the co-founder and executive director of the Livingkindness Foundation, Jan’s work bridges art, activism, and spiritual transformation. With a lifetime of experience spanning 23 countries, she has inspired countless individuals through her powerful storytelling, humor, music, and multimedia presentations.

Jan shares insights from her book, “No Ordinary Time—The Rise of Spiritual Intelligence and Evolutionary Creativity.”  We discuss the need for and the rise of a new consciousness. One where we recognize that we are all connected consciously and spiritually. We also touch on themes of our current planetary chaos.  

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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 In this fascinating episode, we dive into the world of ecstatic postures and altered states of consciousness with Laura Lee of the Cuyamungue Institute. Laura Lee shares the ancient wisdom behind these transformative practices, how they guide participants into non-ordinary reality, and the profound insights that emerge from these experiences. We explore the science, spirituality, and cultural significance of altered states, uncovering how they can enhance personal growth and connection to the sacred. Whether you’re new to the practice or a seasoned seeker, this conversation offers a powerful gateway into expanded awareness. 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.

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 This is a re-upload of our interview with Kristal Parks last year. Kristal is a biologist, elephant conservationist, author, and environmentalist. She is a deeply spiritual person who has been involved in social justice activism and anti-war activism her entire life. Kristal is one of the rare visionaries of action. She truly walks her talk to the point of having put her own freedom and personal safety in danger. Find out more at her website: www.pachydermpower.org 

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From Stardust to Us explores spirituality, consciousness, and culture in an evolving universe through conversations at the intersection of science, soul, and lived experience.