Hot Tea. Cold Morning. Warm Words.

On this sunny morning in January 2020, Feeling Philly Podcast becomes Haribo- a project to explore questions about purpose, action, surrender, and self-discovery.

Sway and Tune are the founding members of Slippery Slope Entertainment. Find these co-pilots on Youtube, sitting in the front seats, dispensing wisdom to promote positive states of mind among the masses.

Philly natives, these two provide insights into a whole spectrum of topics ranging from the military industrial complex, the sociology of crime, the philosophies of Aristotle and Plato, and what it truly means to live a good life. "Don't let yesterday's mountain effect tomorrow's climb."

Finding the balance between persistence and relief. Stepping into a state of trust. Standing strong through the loom of self-doubt. Experiencing dialogue between the mind and the body. Greeting new experiences with a readiness to expand consciousness. Re-awakening the connection to one's sexuality. 

Receiving wisdom through plants. Finding clarity in the depths of our memories. Learning the ultimate power of acceptance. Connecting the body and mind. 

Here is Dave Schiman as he boldly attempts to capture the most significant moments and lessons from his experience working with Shamans in Peru. 

What is wilderness therapy? Why should being out in the wilderness alleviate depression and anxiety and foster positive healthy behavior?

Seth is a dear old friend who's had quite an impact on this life. After recording some of the previous podcasts, I'm tempted to say that we've known each other in many lifetimes before this one. Stay tuned at the end to hear a little bit of our banter by the fire.

"Whatever you need to learn, the forest or the desert has, to offer you."

"The bush is the lead guide, and I am the assistant guide." 

Love Loving Love was established in 2007 in response to the rise of violence in and around Philadelphia public schools. By creating healing spaces in schools, police precincts, and homeless shelters, Love Loving Love is working to spread love and healing throughout Philly.

In this episode I speak with the founder and director of that organization - the woman who is also behind the building of one of the first urban Earth Ships in the country. Tune in to learn about the life and work of Rashida Ali-Campbell. 

Colette owns a multi-unit apartment building in southwest Philly. She is a day trader on the stock market. She's involved in the cannabis industry as well as defense work for indigenous people's land rights. And, the subject of this episode, is her work as a shamanic hypnotherapist medicine woman. 

Through her own journey, battling to revive her body from paralysis, Colette has entered into a world of subconscious exploration and healing. Her insights and experiences offer interesting perspective on the human potential for healing and growth.

Growing up without friends. Exploring gender identity. Finding truth in contradiction. Challenging oneself to live couch to couch. Feeling the full cleansing power of sorrow. Trusting that who we are is enough.  

What's happening when you are praying? Are you asking, thanking, transcending, hoping, wishing, understanding?

It's much simpler than I wonder it to be. Life is a mystery. No need to solve the mystery. Perhaps best to just stand in awe.

A buddhist nun who has walked thousands of miles, across several continents, just happens to live right near my hometown of Albany NY. Jun-san Yasuda. Tune in to hear her stories and insights.