Ep. 171. In this enlightening conversation, I sit with Granddaughter Crow to explore soul evolution, ancestral wisdom, and the growing disconnection so many of us feel in the modern world. We reflect on how childhood experiences shape our spiritual paths, and why reconnecting with our roots, personal, cultural, and cosmic, becomes essential as we try to make sense of who we are.

We discuss themes of authenticity and the shadow self, examining how societal programming often suppresses our true voice and why the path toward becoming who we are requires courage, intuition, and vulnerability.

Granddaughter Crow shares powerful insights on shadow work, reminding us that the parts of ourselves we fear or avoid often hold the greatest treasures. Together, we explore the tension between healing and remembering, and how each reveals itself as we reclaim our identity piece by piece.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction to Soul Evolution00:59 — Navigating Ancestral Wisdom and Modernity07:08 — Childhood Influences on Spiritual Path11:36 — Symbolism of the Raven and Crow15:12 — Balancing Leadership and Intuition23:15 — Overcoming Societal Programming29:59 — Understanding the Shadow Self34:21 — Astrological Connections and Identity Exploration38:48 — Shadow Work: Embracing the Taboo44:39 — Authenticity and the Voice Within50:58 — Healing vs. Remembering: The Puzzle of Self54:15 — Community and Ancestral Connections in Spiritual Journeys

Bio

Dr.  Joy  Gray, widely recognized by her spiritual name Granddaughter Crow, holds a Doctorate in Leadership and is a member of the Navajo Nation, born into a lineage of Indigenous spiritual leaders. She blends academic insight with ancestral wisdom, guiding people toward authentic self‑expression, nature‑rooted spirituality, and healing inherited trauma. As an award‑winning author of books such as Wisdom of the Natural World and Belief, Being & BEYOND, and Shamanism & Your Shadow she shows how the natural world, mind and soul can come together in powerful transformation.

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Ep. 170 In this episode, I reflect on my personal growth and experiences during recent astrological events, including retrogrades and the New Moon in Scorpio. I discuss the impact of these celestial movements on my creativity, relationships, and boundaries, while also sharing insights about my podcast guests. The conversation emphasises the importance of self-expression, authenticity, and navigating life's challenges with clarity and intention.

Chapters

00:00 Astrology and Planetary Movements

21:10 Personal Reflections on Retrogrades

28:52 New Moon in Scorpio and Personal Growth

32:09 Unpacking the Page of Swords in Reverse

35:20 The Impact of Communication on Financial Stability

37:55 Reflections on Podcasting Journey and Personal Growth

40:32 Introduction to the Conversation

40:33 Exploring Key Themes

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Ep. 169. In this episode of Perspective with Viv, I sit down with Andrew Wilson, a trauma-informed coach and author, to explore his incredible journey from personal tragedy to profound healing. Andrew opens up about how his mother’s illness became a turning point in his life, pushing him to confront trauma, fear, and the depths of the subconscious mind.

We talk about the power of fear, not as something to avoid, but as a teacher that can guide us toward growth and empowerment. Andrew walks me through the Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) and shares practical ways to connect with our subconscious, uncover hidden insights, and embrace emotional vulnerability, even for high achievers who are used to “holding it together.”

Throughout our conversation, we dive into the importance of emotional expression for men, the journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and rising from life’s lowest points. Andrew shares lessons from his book The Enemy Within and his own experiences, encouraging listeners to confront their shadows, embrace vulnerability, and learn from the past.

Chapters:
02:46 – The Catalyst for Change: A Personal Tragedy
06:07 – Transforming Trauma into Growth
08:54 – The Power of Intuition and Creativity
11:50 – Understanding Fear as a Teacher
15:13 – The Role of the Subconscious Mind
18:01 – Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) Explained
21:01 – Connecting with Past Lives and Energy
23:56 – Practical Steps to Connect with Your Subconscious
35:46 – Breaking the Chains of Masculinity
48:05 – The Enemy Within: Confronting Our Shadows

Bio

Andrew Wilson is a trauma-informed fear coach, QHHT practitioner, and the author of The Enemy Within. He’s also the host of Beyond Transcendence, a podcast about waking up in a world that often wants us numb and silent.

Andrew’s journey moved from childhood loss and a near-death fall, through emotional breakdowns, all the way into deep soul work—where he chose to transform fear from the enemy into the gateway. He now helps high-achievers, especially men hiding behind success, break free from the subconscious patterns keeping them stuck.

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Ep. 168. In this, I sit down with Will Rodriguez and Karen Endsley for a powerful conversation on how media can genuinely raise consciousness and nurture community. We dive into our personal journeys from skepticism to belief and talk about how their platform, New Reality TV, was born out of a desire to create a safe space for spiritual seekers.

We explore the healing potential of conscious storytelling, the beauty of authenticity over perfection, and why being open to new perspectives can shift not just your worldview, but your entire life. This episode blends spirituality, transformation, personal growth, and the evolving role of media in awakening collective consciousness.

Segments

Creating New Reality TV

Healing Through Media

Building Conscious Community

Media & Spiritual Awakening

Tech + Humanity

Guest Curation

Community & Love

Digital Connection

Media in the Aquarian Age

Personal + Collective Transformation

Bio

Will and Karen Rodriguez are the creators of The Skeptic Metaphysicians podcast, ranked in the top 1% globally for spirituality, and the founders of New Reality TV, a conscious streaming platform for seekers, mystics, and spiritually curious minds. Blending a skeptic’s eye with an open heart, they’re on a mission to raise the planet’s frequency through soul-centered media that heals without fear. Their journey spans over 130 conversations, a wild healing story that defies logic, and a growing media revolution powered by truth, transformation, and lots of laughter.

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Ep. 167. In this episode, I sit down with Reginald Martin, spiritual architect and creator of Kemetaphysics, to explore spirituality, identity, and healing from trauma. We discuss his journey of leaving Christianity, the concept of identity resurrection, and how remembering our true selves can unlock emotional freedom and personal growth.

Reginald shares insights on the power of belief systems, the importance of community in healing spiritual trauma, and how symbols and ancient wisdom can guide us toward self-discovery. We also explore practical ways to tune into your emotions as a tool for transformation.

Segments

• ​Leaving Christianity: Breaking free from old identity scripts
• ​Identity Resurrection: Remembering and rebuilding the soul
• ​Healing Spiritual Trauma: The role of community and belief systems
• ​Kemetaphysics: Ancient wisdom for modern personal growth
• ​Symbols and Emotional Freedom: Using inner guidance for transformation

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Bio

Reginald Martin is a spiritual architect, metaphysician, and creator of Kametaphysics™—a transformative framework that blends ancient Kemetic science with modern psychology. Through his work, Reginald helps spiritual leaders, creatives, and high-performers heal subconscious religious programming, reclaim inner sovereignty, and reconstruct their identity from the inside out. His mission: to guide people beyond belief systems and into soul-level alignment, where peace, power, and purpose are self-sourced, not performance-based.

Reginald's Substack

Sovereign Soul Collective is Reginald Martin’s primary platform, a sanctuary for therapists, coaches, energy practitioners, spiritual leaders, and conscious seekers ready to move beyond doctrine into deep alignment. You can find thought-provoking articles, decoded symbolism, and practical metaphysical frameworks.

Ep. 166. In this episode I explore the rich and vibrant world of Yoruba spirituality with Àrẹ̀mọ Gemini, delving into its connections to Ifa, Isese, poetry, and ancestry. Our conversation highlights the significance of Orishas, the often misunderstood Eshu, and the ways spiritual practices are passed through generations.

We reflect on how Yoruba culture shapes identity, the role of community and shared ritual, and the continuity of spiritual wisdom across time. This episode offers insight into understanding one’s gifts, honoring ancestral knowledge, and approaching spirituality as a personal journey beyond organized religion.

Segments

• ​Introduction to Yoruba Spirituality: Roots, culture, and practice
• ​Isese & Ifa: Understanding traditions and misconceptions
• ​Orishas and Ancestry: How spiritual lineage shapes identity
• ​Eshu: Beyond the trickster misconception
• ​Yoruba Spirituality Today: Poetry, festivals, and personal reflection

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Bio

Yusuf Àlàbí Balógun (Àrẹ̀mọ Gemini) is a poet, storyteller, TEDx speaker, and art specialist dedicated to Yorùbá arts and culture. Recipient of the Horn of Afroclassical Merit Award (2018), he has performed on stages from Felabration to the San Francisco International Arts Festival, and was the principal performer at the commissioning of the John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Arts and Culture.

Author of two acclaimed Yorùbá novels (Ṣẹ̀gílọlá Arómirẹ́ Ògìdán and Ìṣẹ́pẹ́), his work spans literature, music, and film, with collaborations across Nigeria and abroad. His poetry has been translated internationally, including into Slovene for Poetikon magazine. Influenced by grassroots realities, female emancipation, and historical preservation, Àrẹ̀mọ Gemini believes necessary stories should be told — even from a small room.

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Ep. 165. In this episode, self-love coach Angie Hawkins opens up about her powerful journey from trauma and emotional neglect to healing, empowerment, and radical self-love. We explore how boundaries, intuition, and authenticity shape emotional and mental health and why healing the mother wound is essential for true self-acceptance.

Angie shares wisdom on finding happiness from within, honouring your emotional needs, and viewing aging as an empowering process of growth. This heartfelt conversation reminds us that self-respect and truth are the real foundations of personal growth and fulfillment.

Segments

• The Journey to Self-Love

• How Healing the Mother Wound Heals Your Identity

• Boundaries & Self-Respect

• Food, Feelings & Fulfillment

Ep. 164. – In this episode, I sit down with Miranda Mitchell, an embodied leadership guide and creative mentor whose work beautifully blends Human Design, astrology, and self-expression. Our conversation moves through the tender terrain of shadow work, authenticity, and creative healing. Miranda shares how her own journey through yoga, motherhood, and releasing external validation became a path toward deeper self-exploration and freedom.

We talk about how embracing our shadows can actually expand our creativity, how intuition shapes the artistic process, and why creative leadership is such a powerful force for healing humanity.

Segments:

• ​Turning Inward: How motherhood sparked Miranda’s journey of self-awareness
• ​Dancing with the Shadows: Using shadow work as a doorway to creativity
• ​The Language of Human Design
• ​Creative Leadership: Reclaiming your artistry and leading from authenticity
• ​Rethinking Parenting: Raising the next generation with freedom and self-trust

Bio

Miranda Mitchell is an Embodied Leadership Guide, creative mentor, and host of The Provoking Prosperity Podcast. Blending Human Design, Gene Keys, astrology, and somatic practices, she helps individuals reconnect with their authentic voice and creative power. Through her signature programs like EmBODHIed Voice and Dancing With Shadows & Stillness, Miranda empowers others to transform limiting patterns and express themselves with confidence and truth.

To dive deeper into Miranda’s work, get your free Human Design chart and explore her offerings at miranda-mitchell.com.

Ep. 163 – In this episode, I sit down with ZeXzy, an Afrobeat artist whose music journey blends authenticity, resilience, innovation, and a global sound. From facing the devastating challenge of losing his voice to creating his groundbreaking album Every Sound, ZeXzy opens up about what it truly means to push boundaries in the music industry.

This conversation was such a fun one, chatting with a fellow Nigerian brother had me so carried away with the gist! We spoke about the future of Afrobeats in the next 10 years, our individual songwriting processes, the beauty of genre bending, and how cultural understanding plays a huge role in making music resonate on a worldwide stage.

If you’re an artist, music lover, or just curious about the evolution of Afrobeat as a global sound, this episode is for you.

Segments:

• ​How ZeXzy blends Afrobeat with global influences
• ​The challenge of losing his voice—and how he bounced back
• ​Why music is a universal language that connects cultures
• ​The role of authenticity in shaping an artist’s sound
• ​Insights into his album Every Sound, featuring multiple genres
• ​What collaborations with icons like Lil Wayne and Quavo taught him
• ​Why ambition drove his leap to North America
• ​How Zexy aims to break stereotypes in the music industry
• ​Advice for young artists chasing their dreams

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Bio

ZeXzy is an eclectic Afrobeats artist redefining global sound. Known for blending Afrobeat roots with influences from around the world, he’s worked with icons like Lil Wayne and Quavo, and his hit Amapiano has racked up nearly 20 million views on YouTube. After overcoming the life-altering challenge of losing his voice, ZeXzy made the bold move from Nigeria to North America to expand his reach and bring African music to new audiences. With his debut album Every Sound releasing on August 29, 2025, ZeXzy continues to push boundaries, connect cultures, and inspire listeners everywhere.

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Ep.162. In this episode, I sit down with Chris Lippincott, an international psychic medium and spiritual teacher, who shares his incredible journey from being a Wall Street analyst to becoming a trusted spiritual guide. We dive deep into the power of intuition, spirit communication, and synchronicity, while exploring how spirit guides are always available to support us.

Chris opens up about his spiritual awakening, the importance of trust and surrender, and how anyone can learn to connect with the spirit world. He also clears up common misconceptions about mediumship and shows how spirituality and religion can coexist. Throughout the conversation, Chris shares practical tools and simple meditation practices to help you strengthen your connection with spirit and raise your spiritual awareness.

Segments:

• Chris Lippincott’s journey from Wall Street to spirit world

• The role of spirit guides and how to build a relationship with them

• Why intuition is a natural human sense we all possess

• How to practice trust and surrender in spirit communication

• The meaning of synchronicity and how it differs from coincidence

• How spirituality can align with and support religion

• Simple ways to meditate and raise your spiritual awareness

  
  

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Bio

Chris Lippincott is an international psychic medium, spiritual teacher, bestselling author, and host of the Spirits Beside Us podcast. Known for his evidential readings and trance channelling, Chris helps people reconnect with loved ones in spirit, delivering healing messages that offer comfort, peace, and clarity.

Before embracing his spiritual path, Chris worked as a Wall Street analyst, grounded in logic and materialism. But a profound spiritual awakening led him to rediscover his intuitive gifts and commit to raising humanity’s spiritual awareness. Today, he teaches mediumship, leads guided meditations, and shares spirit’s wisdom through his writing and media appearances.

Check out Chris's Website for a free 10-minute guided meditation designed to calm your mind, reduce stress, and help you reconnect with your intuition. Perfect for both beginners and experienced meditators.