What does it mean to seek out a life of meaning, a sense of wonder and connection, to something greater than ourselves in a way that increases our overall WELLNESS? 

Does the body need a transcendental connection in order to be whole?

Mayim & Jonathan are LIVE from SXSW 2024 to break down the intersection of SCIENCE & SPIRITUALITY!!!

We're unpacking all things mind, body, & spirit, including:

- Physiological impacts of our minds being shaped by past experiences, perceptions, and thoughts

- How mind-body stress can impact the autonomic nervous system and lead to psychosomatic illness & chronic pain

- Positive physical & emotional effects of connecting with something greater than ourselves through altered states of consciousness (either with the use of psychedelic drugs or holistic mindfulness practices)

Mayim and Jonathan reflect on scientific evidence of mind-body connection, intergenerational trauma, the body’s system of interconnectedness, auras & energy, and other concepts that were previously dismissed as pseudoscience.

They explain:

- Science behind power of prayer & meditation and their ties to gratitude & resilience

- Why transcendental experiences could hold the potential to cure society's deepest suffering

- What is actually happening to the brain when we are in an altered state?

- How we can access these states without the use of drugs

- Correlation between near death experiences & DMT

- Interstitiums, microbiomes, fascia work, memory retrieval, the Akashic records & collective consciousness

Mayim and Jonathan also discuss the Default Mode Network, from its regulation with drugs like psilocybin and why it can cause some to struggle with maintaining feelings of connection when they return from an altered state, to its role in planning, decision-making, goal-directed behaviors, connecting the brain and spirit, and processing memory and emotion.

PLUS, they explore where they think the intersection of science and spirituality is headed next!

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Paul Sheer (hilarious actor, filmmaker, and podcaster) is here to break down the pitfalls of self-diagnosis, the therapeutic power of acknowledging anger, and the significance of agency.

He opens up like NEVER BEFORE about his abusive childhood, from how his parents managed to secretly get divorced while he was a kid and how his family secrets impacted his ability to trust into adulthood, to what it means to speak your truth even if it betrays the narratives of others and how he was able to release his anger in order to move forward.

He also answers the important question: Does therapy dampen your creativity??

We also discuss:

- His late ADHD diagnosis, including his experience with medication and what triggers his spirals

- Silver lining of his childhood trauma: Using it to connect with others & how it allowed him to be a better husband and father

- How his family’s need to “control the narrative” led to emotional struggle and passivity

- Origins of his long-running and widely popular podcast, How Did This Get Made?, and its unexpected impact on the Fast & The Furious franchise

- His collections and how they help him connect with his past

- Importance of surrounding yourself with creatively challenging people

- Healing Nature of Black-and-White Thinking

PLUS Mayim opens up about her love for Nicolas Cage!

TUNE IN to this hilarious, heartfelt episode today!

Paul Scheer's new memoir, Joyful Recollections of Trauma: https://www.paulscheer.com/my-book

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Achieve Economic Security. Financial EXPERT, Scott Galloway, Explains How Anyone Can GROW WEALTH at Any Age. ACT NOW.

Simple Steps to Get Rich.

Scott Galloway (bestselling author, NYU professor, serial entrepreneur) reveals the UGLY TRUTH about Chasing Your Passion and shares steps we can all take to GET RICH!

In this MUST-WATCH episode for anyone looking to improve their financial stability, Scott exposes shocking truths about economic disparities in the U.S.

He shares how growing up poor shaped his beliefs, why passion shouldn't drive your career choices, the economic implications of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, and the sneaky tactics the wealthy use to maintain their status.

Scott Galloway also breaks down:

- Dangers of excessive consumerism and possible solutions

- Necessity to prioritize relationships over chasing wealth

- The true definition of being "rich"

- Societal pressure for excessive spending over social media

- Value of financial discipline and identifying specific economic goals

- Why we are obligated to plan for financial security

- His personal struggles with depression, anger, economic fear, and the trappings of a materialistic world

- Importance of talking about money without fear

Scott's practical advice on achieving financial security, untying your identity from your economic status, aligning goals with realistic expectations, and practical saving and investing tips demonstrate why IT'S NEVER TOO LATE to reduce economic stress.

Scott Galloway's latest book, THE ALGEBRA OF WEALTH: A Simple Formula for Financial Security: https://a.co/d/dTiNx66

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Taylor & Tay Lautner on BODY SHAMING, Pressures of Global SUPERSTARDOM, & Finding LOVE!

What’s it like to be married to someone with your exact name?? Taylor Lautner and his wife, Tay Lautner, open up in this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of MBB!

From Taylor’s whirlwind journey as a global superstar in the Twilight series where he experienced an unprecedented level of stardom, to Tay’s relentless dedication as a nurse during the pandemic, this couple shares their unique experiences with fame, body image, mental health, and love.

Taylor Lautner gets candid about the negative effects of fame that made it difficult for him to leave his house, why he took a pause from the entertainment industry, dating Taylor Swift, the pressures of being a teenage sex symbol, and overcoming body image issues that haunted him for years. He also opens up about being bullied in school for being an actor, his struggles with people-pleasing and perfectionism, the origins of his optimistic nature and sense of discernment, and his insecurities with fame now.

Tay speaks to the life-and-death pressures of nursing and the obsessive compulsive tendencies she thinks it has instilled in her. She also details her struggles with burnout and boundary-setting and pinpointing her actual wants and needs, and the emotional toll of her loved ones' battles with addiction and bipolar disorder.

Together, they explore the dangers of over-compartmentalizing and not allowing yourself to feel full range of emotions, how they balance their relationship despite having different love languages, and what it means to grow and heal together.

Join the Lautner power couple as we break down their mental health journey, their favorite tools for mental wellness, and the most valuable things they’ve learned doing their own successful mental health podcast, The Squeeze!

Taylor & Tay Lautner's podcast, The Squeeze: https://www.lemonsbytay.com/the-squeeze-podcast

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Fulfill Your DESTINY: Renowned PSYCHIC Medium, Mystic Michaela, Shares How!

Mayim & Jonathan Get Their AURAS Read, on an all new episode of MBB! 

By popular LISTENER DEMAND, Psychic Medium & Aura Reader Mystic Michaela reveals the link between personality and auras, the dangers of betraying your aura, and why many people are so skeptical about the concept.

She reads Mayim and Jonathan’s auras, revealing surprising insights about their energies and how they complement each other, and even reads THE AURAS OF THE MBB AUDIENCE! 

Michaela also explains the role of déjà vu, synchronicity, & anxiety in our spiritual journeys, whether your aura can change over time, and how to live authentically according to your true aura color.

We're breaking down everything you need to know about auras:

- What indigo children really are and why the MBB audience has so many! 

- How societal gender norms influence aura colors

- The concept of "Soul Recognition" & what it feels like in your body

- How your aura affects your parenting

- The empathetic nature of certain aura colors and which careers they're best suited for

- The dark side of empathy & why it's crucial for empathic individuals to set boundaries to avoid burnout

- Why we should always listen to our intuition even when it can feel silly

- Michaela's thoughts on the non-linear nature of time 

Plus, Michaela shares her personal journey, including her other extrasensory perceptions as an empathic medium, what she does when she feels the burden of her gifts, and the challenges she faced when coming out with her abilities.

You asked and we listened....TUNE IN to this exciting new episode of MBB today!

Mystic Michaela's Latest Book, What's My Aura?: Learn Your Color, What It Means, and How You Can Embrace Your Unique Energy Signature: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Whats-My-Aura/Mystic-Michaela/9781507221310

Mystic Michaela's Podcast, Know Your Aura: https://knowyouraura.com/

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INCREASE LIFESPAN by Recalling Positive Memories - A Simple Technique to Improve Health! 

Mayim breaks down famous relationship expert, Dr. David Richo’s ,“5 A’s” (Attention, Acceptance, Appreciation, Allowing, Affection) and their crucial role in fostering healthy connections in this BRAND NEW Thursday episode of MBB. (This is what happens when one AMA submission turns into an entire full episode!)

Discover how missing these elements in childhood can impact adulthood and adult relationships, why social connection is vital for our mental and physical health, and what is actually going on in the brain when we connect or don't connect with others.

Explore how the brain's stress pathways either play into social deprivation or a desire for social connection through our default mode network, how the brain's reward system of positive memory recall can increase your social battery and even your lifespan, and learn why social media can't replace real human interaction.

We also dive into: 

- The detrimental effects of isolation on physical and mental health

- How shared experiences create lasting bonds

- The benefits of parallel play in children and adults

- Which age group social interaction is most critical for

- The importance of memory coding around

- How the brain is wired to give in to peer pressure

- Why loneliness is hard to escape without proper motivation

- What leads us to crave alone time and how do we know when isolation has become unhealthy for us?

DON'T MISS this crucial episode on the dangers of withholding from your relationships, and the positive behaviors that can get us back on track!

Check out our full episode with Dr. David Richo: https://youtu.be/qa9IX9ko8sQ

The Neuron Journal - Characterizing the Mechanisms of Social Connection: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0896627323006992

USA Today article on the impact of loneliness: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2023/12/24/loneliness-epidemic-u-s-surgeon-general-solution/71971896007/

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"You Don’t Need to Climb a Mountain to Reach Enlightenment” - KUNAL NAYYAR, one of our most popular guests of ALL TIME, is back!

Feeling Fatigued? KUNAL is Here to Deal Out Some HOPE! 

Kunal helps us unravel the secrets to attaining inner peace and catalyzing global change in this transformative episode.

 

From the power of ego surrender and "self-sacrifice" to his enlightening perspective on the purpose of pain, Kunal's journey through the Myth of Enlightenment and navigating feelings of aimlessness offers invaluable lessons for anyone seeking a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

 

Kunal shares practical meditation tips with Mayim, his thoughts on finding love and compassion in altered states, his perspective on ancestral trauma, practical ways to detach from our thoughts and ego in order to live in harmony with others, and how we should decide which of our personal obstacles to tackle and which to find a way to live with.

 

He also breaks down:
- His struggle with being pigeon-holed into his TBBT character, Raj Koothrappali
- Fatigue we feel from hyper-focusing on self-work
- Why we should stop holding our stories so tightly
- How workaholism can actually be a crutch
- Why we should stop trying to live someone else's life
- The Elusive Nature of Thought
- Ways we can release "the Illusion of ourselves"
- His spiritual connection to and the meditative process of acting

PLUS @jonathancohenofficial opens up about his first experience with reiki.

Kunal wants you to know that you are not a problem that needs solving and that world peace starts within! 

Check out our first episode with Kunal Nayyar: https://youtu.be/9fY2L0E2S20

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You’ve heard her voice! FAMOUS voice actor Tara Strong opens up about her struggles with body image, why she believes magic is real, her manifestation process for attracting positivity, her connection to non-human beings and star planets, and what she thinks we can all learn from cartoons.

In this magical episode, Tara also reveals the secrets behind creating some of the most iconic characters in animation! (POWER PUFF GIRLS’ "Bubbles", THE FAIRLY ODD PARENTS’ "Timmy Turner", "Harley Quinn"....and MANY more!)

From discovering her voice acting gift at an early age to discussing her favorite roles, we explore Tara’s unique connection with "the characters that live in her head", her advice for aspiring voice actors, and her insights into the power of positivity and resilience.

PLUS Mayim discusses her own animated voiceover acting career, the "emotional freedom" technique, and how tapping acupressure points can help you through stressful situations.

Discover the science behind manifestation, self-fulfilling prophecies, the laws of attraction, and the ties between resilience and positive thinking.

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HIGH on GOD. The SHOCKING LINK between Stoned Greek witches, Christianity, early Civilization & Shrooms.

Best-selling Author, Brian C. Muraresku, (The Immortality Key) explores if Jesus might actually be the Greek God Dionysus.

He explains how ancient Greeks believed that experiencing your death “before you die” actually provides you the chance for immortality.

We go deep and learn about links between early Christianity and Ancient Greek mystical practices, including altered states as a way to be in touch with the spiritual realm, the true origins of Catholicism’s body and blood of Christ, and the pivotal role Greek witches played in shaping early Christianity.

Brian also breaks down: 

- How the wine used today in church differs from the psychedelic-infused wine of Ancient Greece 

- More than metaphor: What it actually means to ingest the body and blood of Christ

- Sorcery vs Scripture 

- Lay down and die: “Incubation” as a path to enlightenment

- The dangers of psychedelic use without prep work and appropriate processing

- Why he chooses not to use psychedelics himself

Join us as we explore these questions, backed by compelling historical evidence and expert insights that will challenge everything you thought you knew about religious history and Western Civilization as we understand it. 

Brian C. Muraresku's book, THE IMMORTALITY KEY: The Secret History of the Religion with No Name: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250207142

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Could Cheryl Hines become America's next FIRST LADY? 

On this BRAND NEW episode of MBB, we break down her journey from Comedian to possible political royalty.

Cheryl Hines (Curb Your Enthusiasm) joins us in the MBB studio this week to say goodbye to her long-running character in the final season of CURB, and to discuss how she still manages to find the comedy and fun in the midst of her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s campaign for president! 

They chat about Mayim’s guest role on CURB and her out-of-the-box audition process, whether Cheryl ever wishes her own character had the opportunity to evolve, and the huge loss of Cheryl’s close friend and longtime co-star Richard Lewis.

Cheryl also opens up about:

- The hilarious way Larry David introduced her to her now husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

- Why Larry didn’t think her relationship with Robert would last

- What it was like marrying into the Kennedy dynasty, especially as someone who didn’t grow up with politics

- How Robert Kennedy’s bid for the presidency has changed their relationship + how Cheryl is fitting into the world of politics now

- What it feels like to know there’s a chance she could be the First Lady?!

- The struggle to reel in her comedy instincts while she’s on the campaign trails

- Navigating security threats & ways she manages the stress of her new life in the political realm

PLUS Cheryl reflects on the ways her improv background translates to other areas of her life, her humble beginnings growing up in Florida, and she and Mayim share their O.J. Simpson bar stories!

Check out Cheryl Hines' body care line, Hines+Young, and use code "Breakdown20" at checkout for 20% off your order: https://shophinesyoung.com/

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