Mangu.TV Podcast

We are excited to host Louie Valotti for a third episode of the Mangu.tv podcast series. Louie is the visionary behind Genesis Holistic Medicine, he is a student of Dr Gabor Maté in compassionate inquiry, and of Dr Alberto Villoldo, initiated into the Peruvian Q'ero lineage of shamanism. Certified shamanic energy medicine practitioner and graduate of The Four Winds, Louie specializes in biohacking, self-enquiry and deep mind technology.

For Louie’s third episode, he and Giancarlo continue their discussion of Genesis Holistic Medicine's three core principles. The first is biohacking, the second is self-enquiry and in this episode, they dive deeper into the final principle; deep mind technology - signifying spirit. He covers the influences of ancient lineage-based systems of energy medicine and goes deeper into the origin, implications and legacy of the Q’ero lineage.

Giancarlo and Louie discuss deep mind technology, the Wiracocha or eighth chakra, ancestral and re-incarnated karmic contracts, trauma and the soul’s journey to transcendence. Louie speaks about the energy medicine wheel and its place in the journey from body to spirit as well as his spiritual evolution and the four experiences that brought him to where he is today.

We are delighted to invite Zoran Todorovic back to the Mangu.tv podcast series. Zoran is a leading master coach, notable author, sought-after speaker, thought leader, visionary and activist for the evolution of human consciousness. Zoran has a vision and mission to help with the evolution of humanity and heal on a collective level.

In this episode Giancarlo and Zoran discuss the idea of oneness or collective consciousness as opposed to duality consciousness, they talk about the crossover between science and spirituality and how everything is interconnected on a sub-atomic level. Zoran dives deeper into the value of connecting to source, one's essence or essential self and quietening the mind. He discusses how his coaching practices have evolved in the past year, to incorporate the collective wound not just the individual, and how he envisions healing on a collective level through his coaching methods.

We are excited to host Benjamin De Loenen for this episode on the Mangu.tv podcast series.

Benjamin De Loenen, M.A., studied audiovisual media and communications in The Netherlands, where he graduated with honors for his documentary “Ibogaine-Rite of Passage” (2004), a film that remains an important reference on this subject matter. Benjamin has been dedicated to Indigenous Master Plants, the Indigenous communities and the challenges that come with the globalization of these practices since then. In 2009, he founded the International Center for Ethnobotanical Education, Research & Service (ICEERS), a charitable non-profit organisation with United Nations consultative status, where he serves as Executive Director. Benjamin is the author of several publications and films, has presented at conferences around the world, and has participated in various leadership roles, including as a member of the Board of Directors of the Global Ibogaine Therapist Alliance (2012 – 2014).

Ben shares his journey with Ibogaine and where his work with indigenous communities began. He speaks about the importance of understanding the significance of Ibogaine within associated communities particularly during the globalization of psychotherapeutic plant usage. Giancarlo and Ben talk about the importance of understanding plant medicines as a process rather than a quick solution, and how preparation and integration are equally as important aspects of the process as the ceremony itself.

Ben also discusses how Indigenous medicine practices need to be respected and protected during their rise in popularity, as well as the intricacies around plant usage and keeping everyone safe, from Indigenous communities to modern-day medicinal plant facilitators.

We are excited to host Soledad Davies for an episode on the Mangu.tv podcast series.

Soledad is a professional astrologer and researcher on the intersection of astrology, philosophy and religion. She obtained a MA in Cultural Astronomy & Astronomy (University of Wales, UK) and founded PsicoCymática, an international online school for archetypal and transpersonal studies, psicocymatica.com.

Giancarlo and Soledad discuss the intricacies of astrology, looking at various influences, theories and practices. Soledad talks about struggles with her mental health whilst growing up and her healing journey in the Centro Transpersonal (Argentina) where she learnt about holotropic breathwork, plant medicines and other alternative healing therapies. We learn about Soledad's life in astrology and the various astrological charts used to assist in everyday decisions and direction.

We are excited to welcome back Tricia Eastman on the Mangu.tv podcast for an episode of psychedelic confessions.

Tricia is a medicine woman, author, artist, speaker, advocate for the psychedelic movement, and founder of the non-profit platform, Ancestral Heart. She is in the process of creating a wellness and retreat centre with thermal hot springs, on the island of San Miguel in the Azores, to open in 2024. Eastman’s book, Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and the Path to Transcendence is coming out in 2023.

As a medicine woman, Tricia has curated retreats working with 5-MeO-DMT and Iboga for eight years. She has been initiated into multiple branches of Bwiti, the ancestral tradition from Equatorial Africa working with Iboga and facilitating the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine, and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico.

In this episode Tricia talks about her experiences with psychedelics such as Ayahuasca, Psilocybin, San Pedro, and 5-MeO-DMT. Giancarlo and Tricia discuss the holistic and medicinal uses for CBD, Cannabis and Tobacco, as well as the importance of preparation, integration and embodiment practices alongside psychedelic assisted psychotherapy.

We are very grateful to host Tricia Eastman on this Mangu.tv podcast episode.

Eastman is a medicine woman, author, artist, speaker, advocate for the psychedelic movement, and founder of the non-profit platform, Ancestral Heart. She is in the process of creating a wellness and retreat centre with thermal hot springs, on the island of San Miguel in the Azores, to open in 2024. Eastman’s book, Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom, and the Path to Transcendence is coming out in 2023.

As a medicine woman, Eastman has curated retreats working with 5-MeO-DMT and Iboga for eight years. She has been initiated into multiple branches of Bwiti, the ancestral tradition from Equatorial Africa working with Iboga and facilitating the psychospiritual program with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT at Crossroads Treatment Center in Mexico.

In this podcast, we look at Eastman’s journey from the womb into her adolescent years and discuss how Iboga helped reveal and heal her past traumas. Eastman discusses the influence of indigenous principles and prayer deeply rooted within her from her maternal Mexican ancestors.

Later in the podcast, Eastman reveals the joys and intricacies of working with Iboga and 5-MeO-DMT and how personal experiences with these medicines have led her to where she is today.

We are excited to host the legendary Dennis McKenna on the Mangu.tv podcast for an episode on Psychedelic Confessions.

Dennis has conducted research in ethnopharmacology for over 45 years, with a primary focus on the interdisciplinary study of Amazonian ethnopharmacology. He was a key investigator on the Hoasca Project, the first biomedical investigation of ayahuasca and a part of the original Scientific Strategy Team at Shaman Pharmaceuticals in the early 1990s. In the spring of 2019, he incorporated a new non-profit organization, the McKenna Academy of Natural Philosophy. In collaboration he organized two landmark conferences in 2017 and 2022, the Ethnopharmacologic Search for Psychoactive Drugs. Dennis is the younger brother of another legend in the psychedelic world, Terence McKenna.

Dennis and Giancarlo discuss six compounds in this episode - ayahuasca, psilocybin, DMT, 5-Meo-DMT, salvia and datura. We begin with Dennis’ primary lover, Ayahuasca. He shares details of his most important journeys with ayahuasca and magic mushrooms, as well as profound messages that have influenced his life and work. He also discusses DMT & 5 Meo-DMT, their similarities and differences, and how this compound influenced both his and Terence’s path in life. Finally we hear about his misadventures with datura and dysphoric experiences with salvia, and the importance of set and setting, careful dosing and choosing your medicine wisely. Last but not least, they discuss the impact that these medicines have on our society as we discover the lost connection and alliance between humans and psychedelics, as outlined in the Stoned Ape Theory.

Welcome to the second Couples Rising podcast by Mangu.tv with two guests, Rachel Pringle & Johann Urb.

Rachel specializes in Communication Alchemy, Sensuality through Embodiment, Trauma Release and Dynamic Tantra. Her teachings are steeped in the awareness of self and unlocking the body's physical and emotional contractions to merge with the moment. Her mission in life is to guide people to their deepest purpose through aligning them with their spirit.

Johann is a master of breathwork, and is a sought after meditation teacher and spiritual coach. He is the creator of The Pyramid Breath Method, a unique method using sound, movement and optimum oxygenation techniques to dramatically shift one's state towards positivity; by releasing past trauma, old beliefs systems, patterns, habits and connecting with sacred sexuality. Johann has the unique gift of bringing his deep spiritual perspective to his coaching practices and relationships, through conscious communication and the experience of fulfillment.

In this episode, Rachel and Johann tell their story about coming of age under challenging conditions and the impact of their most cathartic moments. They share about their spiritual influences, experiences with plant medicine, and spiritual practices that have inspired them to help people all over the world to remember that they are powerful beyond belief.

They dive deep into their intimate relationship, how they navigate triggers and the steps they made to make it more conscious. They discuss the value of transparency, remaining curious, being in discovery and listening to each other’s energy, beyond the words.

We are very excited to host Baba Dez Nichols on the Mangu.tv podcast. Baba Dez is an internationally renowned speaker and teacher, daka, author, singer, songwriter, and transformational guide who has been featured in countless tv and radio shows. He is recognized for his contribution to the healing arts and evolving human consciousness. A teacher of sacred temple arts, he is the founder of ISTA, the International School of Temple Arts. His passion is supporting other educators and healers to deepen their skills in areas of healthy living, relationships and sexuality.

Baba Dez shares the motivation behind his work, which is his endless fascination with the multifaceted human experience. He sees sacred sexuality as a path that leads us to the expansion of consciousness, and the expansion of human potential. His mission has always been to bring together everything that can serve humanity in creating a better individual and collective experience. He discusses the various cultural influences behind his approach to temple arts, and the merging of spiritual, sexual and shamanic disciplines, where spirit and sex are the focus of the human experience.

Baba Dez and Giancarlo discuss the power of sexuality, and the role it plays in modern society. They also discuss boundaries, consent, polyamory, as well as the structure of the current ISTA program, and waking up to love, freedom and power.

Don’t miss this episode if you are curious about sacred sexuality.

We are excited to welcome Jorge Ferrer back to the Mangu.tv podcast. Jorge is a PhD in Clinical Psychology, an author and educator. He was a professor of Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco for more than twenty years. He is an author of several books on psychology, and intimate relationships, including Love and Freedom: Transcending Monogamy and Polyamory. He was a member at the Esalen Institute Center where he also taught workshops on embodied spirituality.

Jorge is currently shifting his current focus from academics to creating more accessible content that can reach and make an impact on more people, on such topics as intimacy and relationships.

In this episode Jorge discusses the origins of transpersonal psychology, and the influences of the meeting of western psychology with Eastern traditions. He explains the systemification of Eastern philosophical concepts in transpersonal psychology and the shift of focus to the spiritual being. Since humans have access to different kinds of wisdom and instincts, Jorge elaborates on the importance of educating the heart and our emotional intelligence.

Jorge and Giancarlo also dive deep into the idea of conscious community living serving as a growth catalyst. They also discuss the sexual revolution, the impact it had on women gaining sexual autonomy and new wave feminism. Last but not least, they talk about the concept of the universal truth, spiritual narcissism, and the trending idea of divine consciousness in new age communities. Don’t miss this rich episode!