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Jed Stephensen sets off Sunday March 5 on his lifetime quest of running the Iditarod.  Both Pete and Fio had oppportunities to go train with him this winter in the mountains of North Idaho.  In this episode, Pete shares about his experience with a Jed and his team of sled dogs and Jed talks about self doubt and new resolve.  

Follow Jeds 1000 mile journey across Alaska at Iditarod

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We are grateful to know the Stepensen family and walk with them to this peak of energy, determination and sacrifice!

Run Jed, Run!

Theme Music by Aradhna

Music by Peter Hicks and Relaxatone

The Mycelium Collective exists to galvanize local and international communities toward greater trust and unity through creative collaboration.  

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Eli tells a story from his early days traveling in the Ivory Coast looking for music and new friends.  He arrives on the eve of a military coup and experiences disorientation and dejection but his journey plants a lasting seed of friendship and musical exploration that changes his life.  Eli shares an eclectic array of music and Pete reads the poem, "Now is the Time" by Hafiz.

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This is a story of Rajen and Robin (Rajen’s son) connecting with India and each other through music.  Recorded in the midst of world wide turmoil and personal tradgedy, Songs of Devotion, is a testimony to hope, love, and heritage.  Pete reads the poem, “I Saw Two Birds” by Hafiz and the blessing from John O'Donohue, "For the Senses".

 Listen to the full story from Robin and his interview with his Father, Rajen
Links for Songs of Devotion https://www.tablapusher.com/news/2022/3/29/songs-of-devotion-by-rajen-sukhadia

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Link to Lyric translation for songs used in Episode:

Do Phool Chadhane Aaya Hoon (Oh Lord, please accept these two flowers that I am offering to you)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WgesH7xFLzZutkzokBlMUVa_0DSRXwXrJ0CFZA8I-v0/edit  

Sat Srushti Tandav Rachayita (Oh Lord Shiva, the creator of the universe, we bow our heads to you)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tuUwxQbm1zU1ox_0LPbG20ZSUyjIdPiavSMatz_zP50/edit?usp=sharing

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Autumn has come.   As the leaves and larch needles die in a grand display of color, we are invited to slow our minds and spirits.  With the earth, we can lay down our striving and slide into the stride of winter.
Lay Me Down welcomes the thoughtful and playful music of Dario Re.
Thalia Hicks sings her song about the leaves falling into her arms. 
Pete reads a poem by John O'Donohue from the book "To Bless the Space Between Us".
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On September 18, 2022, We gathered to celebrate the life and enduring legacy of Jeffrey "Sprouts" Rich. 
He lived as a warrior of peace. 
Waged war on war through surrender of himself.   
He lived a simple life in order to have room for our complexities.
Gentle in manner
Kind in stature
Contented in being
Humble in heart
Strong in Action
Late Night Dancer
Just Plum Crazy
Rest in Peace Dear Friend 

Watch The Celebration of Life of Jeffrey "Sprouts" Rich
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In this Season 2 Finale, Pete talks about the glories of spring and the joy of hands in soil with the music of Bijaa and Kerry Leigh and Relaxatone and a poem from Daniel Todd, “The Deliberate Estrangements of Destiny.” 

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Callie Russell is dedicated to understanding what it takes to live from the land.  Her journey has taken her to Tanzania where she spent time with the Hadza people and lead her into season 7 of the Alone show.  She shares her journey into primitive skills and her increasingly symbiotic relationship with her surroundings leading to peace and joy.  With Music by Systir and Relaxatone.   

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Sometimes we don't get what we need because we do not ask.  Pete tells a story with his daughters when a question changed his heart.  Fio and Pete celebrate 1 year of the Lay Me Down Podcast and share about the Mycelium Collective.  In the spirit of letting needs known, we ask you, our listeners to join up with us as a patron.  With the music of Brendan Kelty, Pete and Fio Hicks, and Relaxatone.

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Alex Novikov shares his experience int he Ukraine from being a peace loving musician to becoming a Combat Medic to serve his people.  This episode is a prayer for the Ukrainian People.  This story contains graphic details of blood and death in the throws of war. 

Check out the Mycelium Collectives New podcast "The Voice of Ukraine with Ivan Verstyuk" for a behind the headlines look into life in Ukraine under Russian attack. 

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Pete and Fiona Hicks sing with Brendan Kelty in the upper room heralding spring and commemorating life.  Pete reads the poem "One of Us" by Wendall Berry and tells a story  of his affinity with pigs. 
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The Mycelium Collective is launching a new podcast.  The Voice of Ukraine with Ivan Verstyuk.  Ivan is an independent journalist in Kiev.   As his country is under siege he brings the stories of struggle and hope from the Ukranian people. 

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