SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP08 : INITIATED MAN

The Warrior of Inner Union: Modern Manhood Through the Eyes of the Ancients

In this potent episode of the Initiated Man series, Marko Petrovic sits down with Nemanja Sonero—a transformational guide, professional dancer, and spiritual teacher whose life work bridges ancient wisdom and modern manhood.

Their conversation dives deep into the wounds and wonders of growing up fatherless, being raised amidst women, and seeking masculinity through movement, mentorship, and the wild call of tribal lands. From the jungles of Brazil to the ancestral fields of Serbia, Nemanja shares his initiatory experiences through plant medicine, warrior rites, and emotional alchemy—speaking not from theory, but from lived transmission.

Together, they explore what it means to live as a man in the post-initiation void of modernity, and how real transformation requires reclaiming responsibility, embodying purpose, and integrating both the sword and the softness.

THEMES

• From Boy to Brother: The invisible hunger in modern men—longing for the father, but finding him in mentors, movement, and the masculine gaze.
• The Missing Manual: Why most men stumble in love, purpose, and presence—and how Nemanja’s own breakdowns in relationships became doorways into deeper truth.
• Warrior, But With a Heart: What indigenous warriors taught him about real strength—and why shooting snakes in the jungle has everything to do with making decisions in business.
• The Myth of Readiness: A raw reflection on responsibility, rising early, and why initiation has nothing to do with “feeling ready”—and everything to do with answering the call.
• Balance Is Not Softness: What the modern man gets wrong about feminine energy—and how integrating it actually makes him more dangerous, more present, and more whole.
• Serbia to the Sacred: A personal journey from war-torn Belgrade to sacred ceremonies in the Amazon—and what this contrast revealed about masculinity, resilience, and the power of forgiveness.

💬 “The warrior knows where he’s going. From his gaze, to his walk, to his willingness to stand alone—he is not moved by the world, but moves with purpose through it.”

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/bbQXAhrwsys

Listen to the episode : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1989626

Connect With Nemanja:

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

Website : www.nemanjasonero.com

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

https://maraorganic.com/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP07 : INITIATED MAN

INITIATION IS NOT A MOMENT - IT'S A WAY OF LIFE

Dean Bentley, often called the “Viking Priest,” joins Marko to explore the humbling, relentless, and beautiful terrain of masculine initiation—not as a box to be ticked, but as a path of soul apprenticeship. Together, they unravel the difference between peak experiences and true rites of passage, and what it means to live your life as an offering.

🔥 Key Themes

• “Did You Actually Return from the Mountain?” ➤ The real initiation doesn’t happen in the ceremony—it begins when you bring its wisdom back into your everyday life.
• “When Vision Becomes an Initiator” ➤ What happens when you declare a bold vision? The universe responds by shaping you to match the magnitude of what you've spoken into existence.
• “Integration is the Initiation” ➤ The difference between a psychedelic insight and a soul evolution? One sparks the flame. The other learns to carry it without burning the house down.
• “The Three Archetypes: Hero, Journeyman, Master” ➤ A map of masculine development that doesn’t glorify kingship, but honors bricklaying. Are you swinging a sword, or building a temple?
• “Ego-Centric vs. Soul-Centric Leadership” ➤ What does it mean to lead from service rather than status? One calls people to you. The other guides them back to themselves.

💬 “No matter the storm—I’ll see it through.”

This line captures the heartbeat of the episode: resilience, resolve, and reverence for the long road home.

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/Z5bpYDEis4Q

Listen to the episode : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1987912

Connect With Dean:

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

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/dean.bentley.10

Podcast : https://open.spotify.com/show/4cKOPWdReLtj24ylTGXqNG?si=b64018e7f4824000

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

https://maraorganic.com/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP06 : INITIATED MAN

THE ALCHEMY OF MASCULINE POWER

The Alchemy of Masculine Power with Nathan Wakeford

In this powerful episode, Marko Petrovic sits down with Nathan Wakeford to explore the multidimensional nature of masculinity, transformation, and spiritual evolution.

Nathan, once the founder of a successful multinational beverage brand, shares his bold transition from corporate success into the realms of deep inner work, rites of passage, and men’s transformation. His journey weaves together the worlds of subconscious reprogramming, trauma integration, NLP, and indigenous ceremony.

Together, Nathan and Marko unpack:

• The collapse of old masculine paradigms and what’s rising in their place
• How business success without inner anchoring can lead to spiritual bankruptcy
• Why initiation and emotional healing are critical rites for modern men
• The power of fire, circle work, and presence in reclaiming one’s truth
• Nathan’s personal story of unraveling and rebuilding from the inside out
• The courage it takes to surrender the familiar for the sacred unknown

This episode is a raw, revelatory conversation that bridges the head and the heart, the boardroom and the ceremonial fire. Perfect for any man on the path of awakening, seeking to redefine power, purpose, and presence in a way that honors both the wild and the wise.

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/UzEIVs123uQ

Listen to the episode : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1985942

Connect With Nathan:

https://www.instagram.com/sovereignwealth/

https://www.skool.com/sovereign-rising-community-6746/about

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP05 : INITIATED MAN

THE PATH OF THE MAGICIAN.

🔥 Episode Summary Notes:

• Magical Beginnings: Daniel shares his early curiosity about magic and the invisible realms, sparked by a strong intuitive sense and a deep desire to understand the fabric of reality beyond the physical. He reflects on pivotal moments in childhood and adolescence that revealed his calling as a mystic and guide.
• Walking the Initiatory Path: Daniel discusses the highs and lows of his initiatory journey—including moments of deep solitude, psychic awakening, and psychological disintegration. His path required shedding illusions and learning to discern true guidance from mental noise.
• Living the Myth: He speaks about the mythic lens through which he now experiences life—drawing on archetypes, symbols, and inner rituals to make meaning of the outer world. He emphasizes the importance of integrating one's shadow and becoming a fully embodied version of the self.
• Conscious Death, Real Rebirth: One of the standout threads of this conversation is Daniel’s exploration of ego death—not as a concept, but as a real, disorienting process that leaves one stripped bare and reassembled with greater truth. He describes this as essential to becoming an “Initiated Man.”
• Spiritual Discipline & Daily Practice: Daniel touches on the importance of maintaining a daily spiritual discipline to ground the mystical experiences. He shares how journaling, sacred movement, and energetic hygiene anchor his path in reality.
• Magic as Responsibility: Far from glamorizing magic, Daniel warns of its seriousness—likening it to fire: beautiful and powerful, yet dangerous when misused. He shares stories where his own path taught him humility, restraint, and reverence.
• The Role of a Guide: Daniel sees his work not as a guru, but as a mirror and midwife—helping others birth their own inner authority. He explains how real transformation requires patience, grit, and an unwavering commitment to truth.
• Masculine Alchemy: In alignment with the Initiated Man theme, the two discuss the process of alchemizing raw masculine energy—anger, lust, ambition—into spiritual fuel. Daniel shares practices that support men to evolve from reactive boys into sovereign men.
• Integration over Experience: A central takeaway is the idea that transformation isn’t about stacking spiritual experiences but embodying and integrating what’s already been received. Daniel invites listeners to slow down and deepen rather than rush to the next peak.

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/n8M-RyWz1vs

Listen to the episode :

Connect With Daniel:

https://www.instagram.com/danielerulian/

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP04 : INITIATED MAN

THE BARBER PRIEST.

In this mythic episode of Initiated Man, Marko Petrovic welcomes Jake Putan—modern-day barber, mentor, and ceremonial space holder—to explore the forgotten roots of his craft and the ancient initiatory role once held by those who wielded the blade.

Jake shares how climbing the ladder of success in the barbering world left him hollow, until a series of life-altering initiations—marked by retreats, spiritual mentors, and a pilgrimage to Egypt—reawakened the deeper essence of his calling. From cutting hair in ancient temples to realizing his lineage as a “barber priest,” Jake unpacks the spiritual dimensions of listening, surrender, and trusting the unseen path.

This episode is a testament to the mysterious thread that runs through all things, showing us how even the most ordinary professions can be portals for profound transformation—when remembered in their sacred origin. It’s a journey of miracles, moneyless trust, and full-bodied devotion to life’s wild unfolding.

Whether you’re holding scissors or just seeking to cut through illusion—this conversation offers a transmission for all who are walking the edge of destiny.

NOTABLE MOMENTS:

• The Emptiness at the Top of the Ladder
• Barbers as Ancient Initiators
• The Call to Egypt & the Leap of Faith
• Haircuts as Healing Ceremonies
• From Scarcity to Sovereignty

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/pqv0LluIq9Q

Listen to the episode : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1984514

Connect With Jake:

https://www.instagram.com/whoisjakeputan/

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP03 : INITIATED MAN

The Broken Path That Brought Me Home

✨ EPISODE SUMMARY

Join Matthew Bruce (Guest) & Marko Petrovic (Host) as the conversation traces the invisible thread between heartbreak, war, and sacred rites. From the fragments of a shattered heart to the trenches of masculine confusion, we explore how true initiation often arrives disguised as devastation.

Through moments of numbness, plant medicine, and raw remembrance, this episode reveals how initiation is rarely what we imagine—it’s the reckoning of how far we’ve strayed from our soul’s original agreement… and the courage it takes to come back.

An honest unpacking of the masculine journey, planetary awakening, and the call to intimacy with self, others, and the sacred.

🔥 KEY THEMES

• The dual initiation of war and planetary awakening
• Heartbreak as a sacred rupture
• Coming undone before becoming whole
• Ayahuasca as a gateway, not the destination
• Relearning intimacy after disassociation
• Returning to the body as a rite of remembering

🎧 NOTABLE MOMENTS

• — “There is some crazy duality… a disassociated soldier in war on one hand, and planetary initiation on the other.”
• — “My heart shattered into a thousand pieces… and that’s when the work truly began.”
• — “I started to see the places I was never initiated… that’s when I began to heal.”
• — “Working in the intimacy space felt like a continuation of my initiation with ayahuasca.”

Watch Here : https://youtu.be/QIstDOL6b4M

Listen Here : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1984053

Connect With Matthew:

https://www.instagram.com/matthewbruce.official/

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 EP02 : INITIATED MAN

The Courage to Be the Fool with Dr. Gary Wohlman

In this deeply inspiring and transformational episode, Marko Petrovic sits down with Dr. Gary Wohlman—speaker, presentation coach, and embodiment guide—to explore a lifetime of initiatory moments, creative breakthroughs, and the liberating power of saying no to conformity and yes to authenticity.

Dr. Gary recounts pivotal turning points in his journey: from rejecting the traditional rite of passage of a bar mitzvah at age 13, to leaving behind the path of medical school to become what his parents could never understand—a court jester, a soul liberator, and a pioneer in creative expression. Each “no” became a sacred portal to a deeper “yes” in his life, inviting him—and now those he works with—into their fullest embodied truth.

The conversation dances through profound themes:

• Initiation through Rebellion.
• The Power of the Fool.
• Physiological Truth.
• Creative Rituals.
• Sustainable Vulnerability.
• Facing Mortality.

Dr. Gary also shares poetic prayers, songs of gratitude, and stories of transformation that will stir the heart. His work today continues to guide leaders, creatives, and presenters to embody their message with clarity, authenticity, and impact—helping them free the voice, body, and presence to be fully seen and received.

A rich episode for anyone navigating the edges of change, standing at the threshold of transformation, or looking for permission to let their inner fool lead the way home.

Watch Here : https://youtu.be/9mW04Zn0r-w

Listen Here : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1984487

Connect With Dr. Gary Wohlman:

https://www.youtube.com/@masteringpresentationskill4125

www.mypresentationdoctor.com

https://www.facebook.com/mypresentationdoctor

https://www.linkedin.com/in/garywohlman

https://twitter.com/presentationdr

www.Instagram.com/garywohlman

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

SOUL PATH PODCAST | SEASON 3 : INITIATED MAN

Rites, Ruptures & Returning Home

In this deeply reflective episode of Initiated Man, Marko Petrovic sits down with Greg Barwick—a mentor of men, guide in breathwork and NLP, and a voice for those navigating the edges of personal transformation. Together, they explore the layered reality of male initiation, not as a one-time moment, but as a continual process of unraveling and remembering.

Greg shares candidly about the spiritual disconnection many modern men face, and how rites of passage, deep feeling, and intentional community are key to healing and wholeness. From his own initiatory experiences to guiding others through theirs, Greg speaks to the power of returning to the body, reclaiming emotional intelligence, and stepping beyond cultural scripts of masculinity.

Whether you're at the start of your journey or knee-deep in the fire, this conversation unpacks the archetypal path of the initiated man—where separation is just the beginning, and the real work is in returning home transformed.

Watch the episode : https://youtu.be/dFTpH4AvYYQ

Listen to the episode : https://rss.com/podcasts/soulpath/1983829

Connect With Greg:

https://www.instagram.com/greg_barwick/

https://www.facebook.com/gregjbarwick

Follow Marko for more episodes: @meetmarko

https://www.instagram.com/meetmarko/

https://www.facebook.com/makipetrov

http://soulpath.io/

JOIN THE SOUL PATH COMMUNITY :

Subscribe on Youtube: @meetmarko

Connect on Instagram: @meetmarko

More about the product: maraorganic.com

JOIN THE SOUL PATH COMMUNITY :

Subscribe on Youtube: @meetmarko

Connect on Instagram: @meetmarko