In this episode, I speak with Dr. Peter Rollins. Pete is an author, philosopher, storyteller, producer and public speaker who has gained an international reputation for overturning traditional notions of religion and forming “churches” that preach the Good News that we can’t be satisfied, that life is difficult, and that we don’t know the secret.

Episode highlights: 

Website: peterrollins.com

In this episode, I have an in-depth conversation with Dr. Richard Boothby. We discuss his marvelous book, “Embracing the Void: Rethinking the Origin of the Sacred.” Rick is a professor of philosophy at Loyola University Maryland. He is the author of Death and Desire: Psychoanalytic Theory in Lacan’s Return to Freud; Freud as Philosopher: Metapsychology after Lacan; Sex on the Couch: What Freud Still Has to Teach Us about Sex; and Blown Away: Refinding Life After My Son's Suicide.

Dr. Todd McGowan has said this book is the best psychoanalytic take on religion. I have to agree. As we discuss in the episode, our conversation will likely frustrate the non-religious and religious alike.

Some of the key moments in the episode include: 

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Void-Rethinking-Origin-Diaeresis/dp/0810145383

Blown Away Episode: https://www.quiqueautrey.com/podcast/episode/c483fdc2/dr-richard-boothby-finding-life-after-sons-suicide

In this episode, Amy Galpin and I discuss Mitch Albom's book, “Tuesdays with Morrie”. We highlight and discuss several of our favorite quotes.

We both agree this book is a wonderful portrayal of a vulnerable, relational masculinity. 

In this episode of the podcast, I interview Aaron Inkrott. Aaron is the brewmaster at Saint Arnold Brewing Company.  In this episode, we discuss Aaron's fascination with the band Tool. We explore various philosophical and psychological themes from their album Lateralus. 

 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaroninkrott/

 Article: https://medium.com/the-philosophers-stone/tool-lateralus-2a13c31c2fd

In this episode, I speak with Paul Randall. Paul is the Community Care Pastor at Ecclesia. He is also an avid fly fisherman and poet. 

In this episode, we talk about fly fishing, religion, poetry and much more!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paultiesflies/

Blog: https://sacredpigeons.com

In this episode, I speak with Patrick McGrath-Muñiz. This is the fourth installment of my series with Patrick exploring the first twenty-two cards of the Major Arcana of the Tarot. Patrick is a professional artist from Puerto Rico. His work has been featured in museums across the country. 

In this episode, we explore the symbolism and significance of the Empress card. 

Episode Highlights: 

Website: https://www.patrickmcgrath-art.com

In this episode, I speak with Paige Wengler and Amy Galpin. Paige is a registered nurse and leader in women’s wellness offering an innovative perspective connecting the dots to living a balanced, vibrant and pleasurable life. In this conversation, we discuss her passion for cannabis, pleasure and collaborative partnerships with women. 

Website: mcwellnessgroup.com

In this episode, I speak to Johnny Santos. Johnny is a social media influencer. In this episode, we explore Johnny's battle with depression. 

Instagram: johnnym.fit

In this conversation, I speak with Harry Mergel,  LMFT, LPC. Harry has over 25 years of experience providing men's counseling, consultation, and disruptive event management in both the public and private sectors.

Episode Highlights: 

Working with men from a family systems perspective 

Solution-focused interventions in therapy with men 

The lack of positive male role models in our society

Therapy as a safe space to experiment with vulnerability 

Our defense mechanisms as "solutions" to issues that are no longer effective 

Much more!

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