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In this episode I talk with Comedian Dino Archie. Dino has multiple television appearances and his own clothing line. Dino and I talk about being in the moment and the importance of being comfortable in the silence. Dino talks about his grandfather who was a preacher, who he learnt the ability to bring an audience together in a moment.

Dino talks about the toxic aspects of “hustle culture”. He talks about the culture of constant grinding and hustling and the toll that can take on your well-being. We talk about the importance of asking what you want in your life or career. You need to have direction or your direction will be picked for you.

Dino shares how he chooses to talk about racial issues as a comedian. He talks about how society never fix real racial issues and only superficial ones and how he likes to poke fun at that in is comedy.

Instagram - @dinothebeloved

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In this episode I speak with Personal and Intuitive coach Grace Om. Grace talks about what hinders us from living with our fullest expression. She tells us about the transformation from being a hair stylist to going on her own personal journey. Grace talks about asking better questions in your life and if you’re willing to receive the answers will always come. 

Grace also talks about how masculinity and femininity are seen in spiritual terms. She talks about her own assumptions with the masculinity and how it created imbalance in all of her life. She explains the light and dark sides of masculinity and femininity.  

Grace also talks about doing a mushroom trip during the first lock-down and talks about the healing and pain that was involved. We talk about focusing on the relationships with people in your life that are important to you. Grace also talks about a psychotherapy retreat she took last year and how it helped her. 

Instagram - @conscious.queendom 

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In this episode I speak with Comedian Ali Hassan. Ali is host of “Laugh out Loud” on CBC and Sirius XM and “Canada Reads”. Ali and I talk about growing up Muslim and both being very “Canadianized” and our desire to belong. We talk about both reaching a point in life where we wanted to embrace more of our identity and how fulfilling and meaningful it can be. 

Ali also talks about what going on stage after 9/11 was like. He talks about the differences in the perceptions towards Muslims after 9/11 and during the rise of ISIS. He also shared how he had to talk to his children about events going on in the world. Ali also explains his idea of being a “Cultural Muslim”. 

www.standupali.com

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In this episode I speak with author of “The Standing Meditation” Nate Rifkin. Nate talks about his story of dropping out of college to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. He shared how his life spiraled out of control and then he started drinking every day. He shares how he got a job as a sign spinner and how it started him on a spiritual path.  

Nate talks about the negative sides of the self-help industry. We talk about some of the ideas the self-help industry spreads that can cause a lot of anxiety and depression in people. Nate also talks about a healthy way to do goal setting. He talks about the importance of focusing on transforming yourself and that the end results will take care of themselves. 

Nate also spent a lot of time studying Taoism and shares some of the wisdom in their tradition. We talk about how meditation can help transform a person. He also talks about how Taoism views the energy that flows through our bodies and how to achieve harmony with nature. 

www.naterifkin.com/ 

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In this episode I speak with Documentarian and Comedian Mike Fallek. Mike created a documentary and podcast called Hashtag Cult. He investigated the rise of online cults and ideologies. He interviewed numerous cult experts to investigate how groups indoctrinate people online. 

Mike talks about slowly losing a friend to an online ideology MGTOW (men going their own way). He talks about the changes in people when getting sucked into these communities. He talks about the “us vs them” mindset that most of these ideologies use to manipulate people. He talks about how experts get people to leave these angry and hate filled communities.   

Mike talks about the trauma and mental health issues that a lot of people have these days that drives them to certain types of online communities. How algorithms online can lead you to more extreme groups. Mike also tells us the proper way to change a person's mind.  

https://hashtagcult.org/

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In this episode I speak with Entrepeneur and Buddhist Justin Caffrey. Justin tells us about losing his son and not going through the grieving process properly. He tells us about suffering with PTSD, panic attacks and contemplating suicide. He tells us about the therapist he saw that integrated mindfulness in his therapy which really helped his healing. 

Justin tells us about going to Japan and training with the Yamabushi monks in the mountains. He tells us about the grueling training he underwent. He also shares the understanding of the mind, acceptance and suffering he gained. He also took a vow of silence while he was there and shares what prolonged silence can bring up in a person.  

Justin also speaks about the connection between spirituality and capitalism. How to balance the spiritual life and the desire to make money. He also talks about meditation, the Vegas nerve, and cold-water therapy.  

www.justincaffrey.com 

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In this Episode I speak with author John Giordano. John has opened up many treatment centers in America and has helped numerous people overcome addiction. John tells us about coming from a mafia style family and his history with drug abuse. He tells us about his story of recovery, going through treatment and homeless centers to eventually starting his own treatment centers. 

John tells us how the normal recovery rate of treatment centers is 5-7% and how he got his treatment centers to 70% recovery rate. He tells us about the comprehensive approach he takes with his clients and the multiple factors that need to be taken into account when dealing with addiction. We also talk about the affect lock downs have had on overdoses and relapses. 

John also tells us about being a grand master in Karate and also winning a national championship. He tells us about the spirituality and discipline in Karate and how it has helped his life. He also talks about how Karate has changed over the decades. 

https://johnjgiordano.com/

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In this Episode I speak with Psychedelic educator and writer for the Synergetic Press Jasmine Virdi. Jasmine tells us about her earlier experiences with psychedelics and how they influenced her path. She tells us of her journey form Cyprus, to Scotland, to Brazil, to now in Mexico. 

Jasmine tells us about taking a University course on Ayahuasca in Brazil. She explains some of the different Ayahuasca ceremonies practiced in Brazil today. She also tells us of her special connection she has with the plant medicine Peyote. We talk about the different experiences from different plant medicines.  

Jasmine tells us about using psychedelics for self-development and self-discovery. She talks about properly preparing for a psychedelic trip and the importance of an intention. She also speaks about learning to connect with your breath which helps you get through difficult experiences. 

Jasmine on Instagram - @jazz.virdi  

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In this Episode I speak with Comedian and Producer John Mostyn. John tells us about immigrating from Scotland to Canada. He speaks about the chaotic lifestyle he tried to escape in Scotland but continued in Canada. He tells us about taking a comedy course that first gave him direction in life. 

John talks about breaking free of toxic cultures that try to keep you down and not better yourself and life. He talks about how it’s important to cut out the toxic people in your life. He talks about how we always care about what other people think and how you need to ask yourself what you really want in life. 

John talks about cleaning up his act and becoming sober. He talks about cultivating the proper mindset to overcome addiction. He also talks about how his dating life improved when sober and how he came up with more creative dating ideas.  

Instagram - @thepielander and @mostyncomedy

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In this Episode I speak with Author and TedX Speaker Christian De Le Huerta. Christian is author of the new book “Awakening the Soul of Power”. Christian tells us about moving to America as an immigrant kid who couldn’t speak English and being afraid to even talk to people to transforming into being a TedX Speaker around the world.  

Christian explains the hero’s journey to us. He talks about how we feel a calling in our life and we have to answer that calling by leaving our comfort zone and that’s how we experience transformation. He talks about how we need to understand how our ego’s work and how they can limit us. He explains how the ego can work for you. 

Christian also helps us understand our relationship with power. He talks about the difference between self-empowerment and egoic power. He also explains achieving transformation with Breathwork. He explains the connection between our breath and emotions.  

www.soulfulpower.com

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