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Ep. 175. In this episode, I’m joined by Clinical Hypnotherapist Michelle Walters, who went from a successful career in digital marketing to helping people rewire their inner world through hypnosis.

We break down what hypnosis really is, how self-hypnosis differs from meditation, and what’s actually happening in the brain during a hypnotic state.

We also explore her app, MakeMyHypno, where therapy meets AI. Michelle reveals how personalized hypnosis recordings can be more powerful than generic ones, how AI helps create deeply tailored sessions in minutes, and why the human element is still essential in emotional healing.

We unpack the truth behind hypnosis, including:

• ​The biggest myths people still believe about being hypnotized
• ​What actually happens in the brain during hypnosis
• ​How self-hypnosis differs from meditation and mindfulness
• ​Why stories, symbols, and metaphor are so powerful in reshaping the subconscious

Bio

Michelle Walters, a Clinical Hypnotherapist and AI advocate who helps people release old thought patterns and step into more empowered versions of themselves. After years in digital marketing — and a deeply personal loss that changed everything — Michelle turned her focus to the mind, discovering how language and imagery could reshape our inner world.

She’s also the creator of MakeMyHypno, an app that uses AI and Michelle’s own soothing scripts to deliver personalized hypnosis recordings in minutes.

Find Michelle at michellewalters.net and on social media @MichelleWaltersHypno. You can also explore MakeMyHypno to experience personalized self-hypnosis for yourself.

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Ep. 174. In this episode of Perspective with Viv, I take you on a journey of self-discovery, creativity, and personal growth. After a season of guest interviews, I’m back to solo episodes, reclaiming my voice and reflecting on how a brief hospital stay sparked a profound shift in my perspective. I share how I’m learning to balance personal passions with professional obligations, embrace change, and prioritize authenticity over societal expectations.

I also break down some of the major astrology transits of 2026, exploring how the stars can guide us through transformation and growth. And to wrap things up, I pull a tarot reading to give insight and guidance for the year ahead.

Listeners will gain insight on how to:

• Reclaim their voice and express creativity freely

• Embrace life-changing experiences as opportunities for growth

• Find balance between work, play, and personal passions

• Live intentionally and harness their unique magic

If you'd like to book a tarot reading, reach out to me @perspectivewithviv on all social media platforms or through email.

Ep. 173. In this late-but-right-on-time episode, I reflect on the experiences of 2025 and how they softly and lovingly shaped me into who I'm becoming. I share how stepping outside of familiar routines (including a very different Christmas Day) helped me see myself more clearly, build confidence, and move through life with more intention.I share what I believe the theme of 2026 should be: Locking In and how I intend to embark on the journey. It's a fun, reflective episode that ends with a tarot reading - you know we love those - on how we can embody the energy of the Queen of Wands amongst others.

Segments

00:00 – Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Love and Growth

02:51 – Embracing Change: Transitioning to New Experiences

05:26 – Christmas Day Revelations: A Shift in Tradition

08:46 – Unlocking Self-Discovery: New Experiences and Confidence

11:36 – Tarot Insights: Embracing the Queen of Wands

14:29 – Dating for Science: Exploring Relationships with Intention

17:37 – Looking Ahead: Goals and Aspirations for 2026

Ep. 172. In this episode, D. Paul joins us to explore what it means to walk between worlds. He reflects on how his Native American heritage and U.S. Navy service shaped his spiritual path, how he was called to serve as a Holy Man and Heyoka, and what it means to live as a “hollow bone” through which Great Spirit speaks. The conversation also examines how he bridges Native American spirituality with Christian faith, and whether spiritual experiences transcend culture and belief.

D. Paul discusses his latest release, Mystery’s at the Windham Inn, sharing the real encounters and spiritual insights that inspired the story. He also speaks about his work as a medium and paranormal investigator—how he senses spiritual presence, discerns between different energies, and approaches encounters with both caution and purpose. The episode closes with reflections on service, calling, and navigating the unseen with clarity rather than fear.

Key Segments

00:00 — Walking Between Worlds: D. Paul’s Spiritual Calling

04:55 — Becoming a Holy Man and Heyoka

12:46 — Understanding Darkness, Fear, and Discernment

13:44 — Mediumship: How He Senses the Spirit World

17:54 — Memorable Investigations and Spiritual Encounters

28:31 — Mystery’s at the Windham Inn: Writing Guided by Spirit

Bio

D. Paul is a Disabled U.S. Navy Veteran and a Native American Holy Man, a sacred title bestowed upon him by Granddaughter Crow. Rooted in his heritage and guided by his Christian faith, he walks the path of a Heyoka, a healer, seer, and spiritual bridge between worlds.

With decades devoted to spiritual service, D. Paul has investigated and cleansed countless haunted properties, confronting everything from mischievous spirits to dark entities. His work has brought healing and deliverance to those burdened by unseen forces.

A gifted storyteller and medium, he describes himself as a “hollow bone”—a vessel through which Great Spirit speaks. His books, including Mystery’s at the Windham Inn, are more than fiction; they’re messages shaped by ancestral wisdom and divine inspiration.

D. Paul’s mission is simple yet profound: to battle darkness, bring healing, and serve as a light in troubled times.

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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.

Granddaughter Crow's Website

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.

Andrew's Website

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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

Watch the full episode on YouTube here

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

Watch the full episode on YouTube here

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.

Buy Àrẹ̀mọ's latest book Ìṣẹ́pẹ́ here

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