“Leadership isn’t about being the strongest in the room, it’s about being the clearest window for source.” – Jon Eden Khan

Jon Eden Khan is a transformational facilitator, spiritual teacher, and founder of Avatar and Singularity—two visionary projects that bridge inner transformation with systemic change. His path has taken him from addiction and homelessness to stewarding global communities rooted in truth, ritual, and evolutionary purpose.

Avatar is a multidimensional soul initiation journey rooted in ritual, remembrance, and embodiment. Singularity is a bold transnational political movement designed to birth a new form of governance—anchored in the one earth, one humanity, and one heart.

In this episode, Jon shares:

• What it means to embody clean power—and how brokenness can make us more trustworthy leaders.
• Why the choice to keep going deeper after healing is the mark of true self-initiation.
• His journey building Avatar through over a decade of trial, risk, and sacred listening.
• The mystical origins of Singularity—and why he believes spiritual leadership must now enter the political realm.
• How group fields can become vessels for planetary consciousness and collective awakening.
• The difference between listening “horizontally” to the room and “vertically” to source.
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“Conflict isn’t a failure of connection—it’s an opportunity for deeper relational intelligence.” – Sara Ness

Sara Ness is the CEO of Authentic Revolution and Research Director at Seek Healing, where she pioneers transformative group practices that bridge authentic relating, social technology, and embodied facilitation. Widely regarded as a leader in the field of group process and relational training, Sara has trained thousands of facilitators across the globe—from Google and Dell executives to underground community builders and co-op leaders.

Sara is the creator of the largest library of authentic relating games in the world, with over 250 practices sourced from diverse cultures and contexts. She is also the founder of Fight Lab, a groundbreaking conflict practice space where participants role-play real-life tensions to build resilience, clarity, and skill in difficult conversations.

In this episode, Sara shares:

• The four core perspectives every facilitator must learn to track.
• How to practice staying present and skillful in activated, high-stakes spaces.
• Tools for working with discord, fragmentation, and divergent needs in group fields.
• How authentic relating games act as “social technologies” that unlock depth and connection—fast.
• The difference between relational preferences and relational languages—and why that matters in conflict.
• Why she believes facilitators must bring their full, imperfect selves into leadership.

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“Facilitation isn’t about what you know. It’s about how empty you’re willing to be.” -Winter Jade Icely

Winter is an international teacher, writer, and facilitator whose work bridges the mystical arts and the feminine mysteries. With a background as a qualified Social Worker and Holistic Counsellor, she brings deep experience in trauma-informed care, having served as a Senior Practitioner supporting individuals affected by PTSD, trauma, and family violence.

A faculty member of the International School of Temple Arts (ISTA), Winter is also the founder of Magdalena, a global training program devoted to the feminine mysteries. Her teachings challenge conventional narratives around gender and sexuality, inviting participants into non-dual, embodied experiences of soul and interconnectedness.

Through her work, Winter creates transformative spaces that guide people into deeper realms of being, where the mystical meets the grounded, and the personal touches the universal.

In this episode, Winter shares:

• How a life-altering health crisis stripped away everything she thought she knew, and what remained.
• Why she no longer teaches from knowledge, but from emptiness.
• What it means to facilitate from the mystery, not mastery.
• The forgotten wisdom of death, grief, and the animal body.
• Why embodiment is more than the body, and how her view of it has radically changed.
• Her relationship to Magdalena and the feminine principle that lives in our bones.

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“Facilitation is a dialogue with the higher organizing principle of the group.” — Robin Alfred

Robin Alfred is a master facilitator, organizational consultant, and leadership guide exploring trauma-informed systems change and emergent leadership. A senior student of Thomas Hübl and faculty member at Mobius Executive Leadership, Robin has led transformational work across sectors and continents—from the UN to Findhorn. His work weaves mysticism, systemic awareness, and deep group process into a grounded path of personal and collective evolution.

In this episode, Robin shares:

• Why the call of our time is to become hosts, not just of people, but of grief, complexity, and the field.
• How global social witnessing is building a new collective nervous system.
• What it takes to bridge polarization in heated group spaces, and what not to do.
• The power of slowing down, co-regulation, and embodied presence in trauma healing.
• Why ethical alignment is essential for facilitation, and what it really means to live in integrity.
• How mysticism and leadership converge in the role of the modern facilitator.

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Facilitators need to know their own wounds, because they shape how we hold others...

-Elaine Yonge

Elaine Yonge is a rare bridge between science and spirit. With decades of experience in both the medical field and transformational facilitation, she brings a grounded, deeply intuitive presence to the spaces she holds. Her background in surgery, anatomy, and patient care has shaped her trauma-informed approach to energy work, shamanic breathwork, and ritual facilitation. Known for her integrity, clarity, and powerful presence, Elaine creates containers where deep transformation feels not only possible, but safe.

In this episode, Elaine shares:

• Why emotional intelligence is still at the edge of our collective evolution.
• Her journey from scientific skeptic to master energy facilitator, and what made her believe.
• The crucial difference between physical and energetic pain (and how she learned it the hard way).
• Why breath is a bridge between the conscious and unconscious, and how it reveals both wounds and power.
• What it takes to truly hold safe space without unconsciously disempowering others.

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Facilitation isn’t a skill. It’s an art - Christian Pankhurst

Christian Pankhurst is the founder of Heart IQ, a revolutionary approach to group facilitation and embodied leadership. He has spent the past 20+ years training facilitators, leading thousands through deep transformational work, and refining the art of listening to the collective field. Known for his emotional intelligence, spiritual insight, and grounded leadership, Christian is at the forefront of a new era in group dynamics.

In this episode, Christian shares:

• The single shift that changed his entire approach to facilitation.
• Why traditional workshop models no longer work—and what to do instead.
• How to listen to the field and lead from inside the group, not above it.
• The biggest trap new facilitators fall into (and how to avoid it).
• The real reason you “lose the room”—and how to find your way back.
• Why mastering group energy is the key to future leadership and conscious community.

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Welcome to In Presence We Trust

a podcast about the art and heart of holding transformational group spaces. Hosted by Rachel Rickards, Founder of The Field Facilitator Training.

This is a show to empower facilitators, coaches, space-holders and leaders to evolve their craft, deepen embodied leadership, and harness the transformative power of presence.

In each episode, we’ll harvest insights from pioneering facilitators and get a glimpse into what it means to walk this path, how they got to where they are today, and whats required to stay present to what wants to come through the collective field.

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Today, I’m excited to bring you an illuminating conversation with Dane Tomas, a ritual artist and spiritual pioneer with over 20 years of experience in creating transformative spaces. Dane specializes in weaving non-dual spirituality, magick, and sacred sexuality into experiences that catalyze deep personal and collective change. His work is dedicated to envisioning a new global culture of embodied spiritual awakening, creating spaces and media that invite profound connection with self, soul, and spirit.

In this episode, we delve into the profound art of creating sacred spaces and the transformative potential of intentional group facilitation. Dane Tomas is an artist turned facilitator with over two decades of experience in personal development, ritual, and spiritual growth. As the founder of the Dane Tomas School of Magic, he bridges the gap between esoteric practices and practical spirituality, offering a grounded yet expansive approach to embodiment and collective transformation. His work emphasizes clarity of intention, mastery of space creation, and the importance of authenticity in fostering a sacred culture.

Dane shares insights from his extensive journey, exploring the balance between structure and spontaneity in facilitation and the power of rituals to create meaningful, cosmic alignment. He discusses the nuances of navigating group dynamics, filtering participants to maintain safety, and holding space for profound individual and collective experiences.

We also explore the challenges facilitators face, such as managing projections, embodying authenticity, and maintaining integrity while supporting others' growth. Dane speaks candidly about his vision for a sacred culture—one that integrates spirituality into the material realm and fosters connection and transformation within communities.

This episode invites you to deepen your understanding of facilitation as both an art and a practice of co-creation. Whether you’re a seasoned facilitator or curious about creating sacred spaces, you’ll find inspiration in Dane’s approach to embodying intention, authenticity, and alignment.

Take a moment to ground yourself, and join us for this rich conversation on magic, ritual, and the evolving landscape of group facilitation with Dane Tomas.

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Today, I’m thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Amanda Biccum, a tantra facilitator and embodiment expert whose work focuses on guiding people back to their bodies to discover deeper connection, pleasure, and truth. Amanda’s approach weaves together the wisdom of embodiment practices, tantra, and holistic living to support personal transformation and the cultivation of conscious relationships.  

Amanda’s journey began as a yoga teacher and holistic nutritionist, where she learned the profound impact of movement and nourishment on well-being. However, her travels in Asia and immersion in Taoist and Tantric practices expanded her understanding, integrating spirituality and sexuality into her work. Over the years, Amanda has developed unique methods that blend somatic experiencing, biodynamic movement, breathwork, and ritual to help her clients reconnect with their bodies and access the deep pleasure and wisdom within.  

In this episode, Amanda and I delve into her personal story of self-discovery and the challenges she faced as a woman navigating leadership and the pressures of the ‘boss babe’ archetype. We explore the dynamics of facilitator relationships, the power of community, and the critical role of surrender and support in personal and professional growth. Amanda shares practical insights into how embodiment practices can unlock new dimensions of personal growth, strengthen partnerships, and foster emotional healing.  

Our conversation also highlights the balance between masculine and feminine energies, the importance of rituals in creating sacred spaces, and the profound transformation that occurs when we move from the mind into the body. Amanda’s mission is to guide her clients to descend from overthinking into embodied presence, where peace, connection, and wholeness reside.  

Take a moment to ground yourself, tune in, and join us for this heartfelt and empowering conversation with Amanda Biccum as we explore the art of embodiment, conscious leadership, and the transformative power of sacred practices.

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Today, I’m excited to bring you a deeply insightful conversation with Catherine Hale, marking the first time we’ve welcomed a guest back for a second episode. In this dialogue, we explore the critical role of trauma-informed facilitation and the cultivation of a culture of care within group spaces.

Catherine Hale is a transformative coach and educator specializing in nervous system coaching and leadership. Her work empowers clients—coaches, facilitators, and leaders alike—to harness post-traumatic growth and align with their deepest purpose. Catherine is dedicated to helping heart-centered entrepreneurs redefine their relationship with abundance, creating businesses that are both authentic and attuned to their nervous systems. Beyond personal transformation, Catherine is a leading advocate for trauma-informed practices. She emphasizes the importance of creating safe, compassionate spaces for healing and growth, championing a culture of care that fosters profound and lasting change. In this episode, we dive into the core principles of trauma-informed facilitation, focusing on the necessity of empathy, accountability, and embodied awareness for creating safe and inclusive environments.

Catherine shares insights from her recent summit, offering invaluable perspectives on how facilitators can integrate trauma awareness into their leadership, depathologize human experiences, and reduce shame. Our discussion highlights the importance of facilitators navigating their own nervous systems to effectively support others. We explore the role of ethics and integrity in group dynamics, how self-care must extend beyond surface-level practices, and the challenges of creating systems of care that prioritize collaboration, compassion, and accountability. This conversation paints a vision of embodied leadership—one that requires dynamic decision-making, addresses personal biases, and recognizes the importance of evolving practices through feedback and reflection.

Catherine and I also discuss how facilitators can step into the role of community elders, guiding their work and participants with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to collective transformation. Take a deep breath, tune in, and join us for this rich and impactful conversation on trauma-informed facilitation, community care, and the evolving landscape of leadership with Catherine Hale.

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