Why do millions of people remember the same things incorrectly?

In this episode of Maple & Myrrh, Britt and Teri dig into the strange phenomenon known as the Mandela Effect, where large groups of people share the same incorrect memories of famous logos, movie quotes, historical events, and pop culture moments.

You have probably heard some of the most famous Mandela Effect examples. The spelling of the Berenstain Bears, the mystery of the missing Sinbad genie movie, or the question everyone argues about: did the Monopoly Man have a monocle? These collective memory shifts show up again and again across the internet, leaving people wondering if we are dealing with simple memory errors or something much stranger.

The conversation moves beyond the usual examples and into the deeper theories people attach to the Mandela Effect. Some link it to collective consciousness, others believe it may hint at parallel timelines, simulation theory, or subtle glitches in the matrix where reality briefly overlaps with another version of itself.

Britt also shares a personal moment that felt like a real life glitch in the matrix, opening up a bigger conversation about perception, memory, and how easily our sense of reality can shift.

Along the way Britt and Teri explore questions like:

Why do shared false memories happen?
Is the Mandela Effect just psychology and pattern recognition?
Could collective memory connect to something deeper about human consciousness?
And why do these stories make so many people question reality itself?

Whether you are fascinated by Mandela Effect theories, curious about parallel universes, or just love weird internet mysteries, this episode will definitely make you stop and think about how memory and reality actually work.

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Plato’s Cave is one of the most famous thought experiments in philosophy, but it hits very differently when you start noticing it in your own life.

In this episode we talk about Plato’s Allegory of the Cave and why it still feels incredibly relevant today. The idea is simple. A group of prisoners have spent their entire lives chained inside a cave, watching shadows projected onto a wall. Because that is all they have ever seen, they believe the shadows are reality.

But what happens when someone turns around and sees the fire behind them? And what happens when they leave the cave entirely?

We explore how Plato’s Cave connects to belief systems, cultural narratives, and the assumptions we carry without realizing it. Those moments when something shifts and you suddenly see things differently than you did before.

This conversation looks at philosophy, consciousness, and the human tendency to mistake the story we were given for the truth itself. If you have ever had a moment where your perspective suddenly changed and you wondered how you didn’t see it before, this episode will probably feel familiar.

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Lucid dreaming is the strange and powerful state where you realize you’re dreaming while still inside the dream. But what actually happens in the brain when that shift occurs?

In this conversation, we explore the neuroscience of REM sleep, the differences between lucid and non-lucid dreams, and the experiments that confirmed lucid dreaming in laboratory settings. We also share personal experiences, common sleep paralysis encounters, and practical training methods that focus on recognition rather than control.

From Tesla’s visualizations to Dali’s surreal imagery, we look at how dream states have influenced innovation and creative insight. We close by considering the philosophical edges of the topic: the fluid boundary between waking and sleeping, Plato’s Cave, and the possibility that consciousness is more flexible than we assume.

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In this episode of Maple and Myrrh, hosts Britt and Mr. Teri delve into the intriguing world of the Gateway Tapes, a series of audio recordings developed by Robert Monroe at the Monroe Institute. The conversation begins with Britt sharing her personal experiences with the tapes, which she discovered on Reddit, and how they opened her mind to altered states of consciousness. They discuss Monroe's background as an engineer and media executive, emphasizing that his work was rooted in scientific inquiry rather than spirituality. They explore how Monroe's experiments with sound led to the development of techniques that help individuals access altered states of awareness, ultimately forming the basis of the Monroe Institute's teachings.

As the discussion progresses, Britt explains the concept of Hemi-Sync, a sound technology designed to synchronize brainwave activity, facilitating deeper meditative states. They outline the various focus levels associated with the Gateway Tapes, such as Focus 10, where the mind is awake while the body is asleep, and Focus 15, which transcends the perception of time. They highlight the importance of maintaining awareness during these experiences, contrasting it with common meditation practices that may lead to zoning out.

Rather than treating these states as mystical destinations, Britt and Mr. Teri frame them as conditions—learnable, repeatable, and grounded in curiosity rather than belief. The episode closes with an invitation to keep exploring what consciousness might be capable of, without drugs, dogma, or the pressure to explain everything all at once.

In this heartfelt episode, Britt and Mr. Teri explore the multifaceted nature of grief and loss with Registered Clinical Counsellor Devan Christian Vermeer. Join us as we share personal stories and insights on how individuals navigate the emotional and spiritual aspects of mourning. Discover the importance of expressing emotions, maintaining connections with loved ones who have passed, and the societal expectations surrounding grief.

This episode offers compassion, understanding, and support for anyone on their journey through loss.

For additional support, explore these resources: ⁠Devan Cecilia Counselling⁠, ⁠My Grief⁠, ⁠Grief.com⁠, ⁠Canadian Virtual Hospice⁠, ⁠British Columbia Bereavement Helpline⁠, ⁠Kids Grief⁠, ⁠Center for Loss & Life Transition⁠, ⁠The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families⁠, and ⁠GriefShare⁠.

In this heartfelt episode, Britt and Mr. Teri explore the multifaceted nature of grief and loss with Registered Clinical Counsellor Devan Christian Vermeer. Join us as we share personal stories and insights on how individuals navigate the emotional and spiritual aspects of mourning. Discover the importance of expressing emotions, maintaining connections with loved ones who have passed, and the societal expectations surrounding grief.

This episode offers compassion, understanding, and support for anyone on their journey through loss.

For additional support, explore these resources: Devan Cecilia Counselling, My Grief, Grief.com, Canadian Virtual Hospice, British Columbia Bereavement Helpline, Kids Grief, Center for Loss & Life Transition, The Dougy Center for Grieving Children & Families, and GriefShare.

What if the idea that “we’re all connected” isn’t about spiritual "oneness"... but about responsibility?

In this episode, we unpack the viral “Egg Theory” and trace where its core intuition shows up in queer theology, trauma-informed spirituality, and Indigenous relational worldviews.

We explore why the idea that “everyone is you” feels powerful, where it falls short, and how concepts like all my relations offer a more grounded and accountable way to think about connection.

This conversation is about ethics, not aesthetics. About relationship without erasure. About connection that doesn’t bypass harm or justice. And about how to live relationally, without appropriating Indigenous teachings, by asking better questions about power, care, and responsibility in our everyday choices.

This conversation delves into Jim Carrey's spiritual awakening, exploring his journey from a comedic icon to a figure grappling with identity, grief, and the nature of existence.

Britt & Mr. Teri discuss how Carrey's public persona and personal struggles intersect, particularly in light of his experiences with fame, loss, and the search for authenticity.

They reflect on the impact of his roles, especially in 'The Truman Show' and 'Man on the Moon', and how these experiences shaped his understanding of self and reality.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of creativity as a means of healing and self-discovery, culminating in a recognition that true identity transcends societal expectations and performance.

In this conversation, Mr. Teri and Britt explore themes of self-acceptance, the power of meditation, and the teachings of Eckhart Tolle. They discuss the importance of being present, understanding one's ego, and the impact of compassion on personal growth and relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of recognizing one's worth and the transformative power of mindfulness in navigating life's challenges. In this conversation, Britt and Mr. Teri delve into the significance of being present in the moment, exploring the nature of time and space, and how our perceptions shape our reality. They discuss the impact of ego on emotional reactions and the importance of self-awareness in navigating life's challenges. The dialogue transitions into a fascinating exploration of quantum physics and the dimensions of time, ultimately leading to the realization that the present moment is where all potential exists. The conversation emphasizes the importance of living authentically and learning from experiences, reinforcing the idea that life is about growth and understanding.

Jon grew up believing he was safe in the house of God, until he discovered that belonging in his church came with conditions.

In this episode, Jon shares the story of how he was pushed out of the evangelical world he once called home simply because he dared to explore and personalize his faith. For asking questions. For challenging contradictions. For believing that a place meant to connect people with God should not be the same place that tears families apart.

His journey took him somewhere he never expected: to the realization that many of the things he was taught were “Christian truths” - like heaven, hell, the rapture, even the Holy Trinity - aren’t actually in the Bible the way he was told. And neither is the idea that queer people are sinners.

Jon’s faith didn’t die when he left the church. It widened.

And it led him to one of the biggest decisions of his life: he and his wife refused to get married until same-sex couples could. Because he couldn’t build a life on a foundation he knew wasn’t equal.

This conversation is about unlearning fear, reclaiming spiritual autonomy, and discovering that God has nothing to do with exclusion and everything to do with belonging.