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  • Oaks Hour #10 - Special Announcement & Updates

    Season 4 Episode 7


    In this episode of The Smiling Human podcast, I reflect reflects on my journey over the past year, celebrating my birthday and the launch of the podcast. I share the evolution of my vision for The Smiling Human project, the challenges faced, and the feedback received from listeners.


    I announce significant changes to the podcast's format, shifting from a weekly to a monthly release schedule, and introduces new creative endeavours including book clubs and a YouTube channel.


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    The Oak Shelf - Book Club Wait List


    beyondthehero.ca/read



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    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment) - www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?


    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


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    All Upcoming Events:


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    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival



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    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca


    9 min
  • Reclaiming Men's Health in a Toxic World: Optimizing Wellness with Bryan Hardy

    Season 4 Episode 5


    Summary


    In this episode of The Smiling Human podcast, Bryan Hardy discusses the multifaceted challenges facing men's health today, including the impact of modern toxicity, the importance of community, and the role of hormones.


    He emphasizes the need for awareness of internal dysfunction, signs of health issues, and the significance of mindful eating and supplementation. The conversation also covers practical advice on avoiding harmful products and the importance of comprehensive blood work for personalized health optimization.


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    Bryan's Info

    Facebook - https://facebook.com/bhardy.7

    Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/bryanhardy7

    Instagram - https://instagram.com/bryanhardy7

    Website - https://revitalizedman.com


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    Access

    "The Alchemy of The Wound: Transforming the Masculine Shadow"

    Online Ritual Here:

    beyondthehero.ca/alchemy


    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment)

    www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?

    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


    https://beyondthehero.ca/mythic-insight-session



    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here -

    https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


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    All Upcoming Events:


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    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival Aug 2025

    https://reclaimingevolution.com/



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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Beyond the Hero:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mythicmystic_

    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca

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    59 min
  • AI and the Future of Human Interaction: Empowering Entrepreneurs with Joshua Hale

    Season 4 Episode 4


    In this conversation, Joshua, a holistic tech wizard, discusses the transformative impact of AI on entrepreneurship and personal development. He emphasizes how AI reduces barriers to entry for sharing ideas and building businesses, while also exploring the importance of authenticity and the potential risks of emotional dependency on AI technologies. The discussion covers various types of AI, the predictive capabilities of large language models, and the necessity of setting boundaries to maintain healthy human relationships.


    The dialogue explores how AI can serve as a tool for self-discovery and personal development, while also addressing the potential for atrophy in critical thinking and creativity. Joshua shares insights on leveraging AI for mental models and the importance of maintaining human authenticity in the face of advancing technology.


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    Joshua's Info


    Website - https://joshuahale.io

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamjoshuahale/


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    Join Our Patreon - www.patreon.com/thesmilinghuman


    Access

    "The Alchemy of The Wound: Transforming the Masculine Shadow"

    Online Ritual Here:

    beyondthehero.ca/alchemy


    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment)


    www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?


    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


    https://beyondthehero.ca/mythic-insight-session


    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here -

    https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


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    All Upcoming Events:


    thesmilinghuman.com/events


    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival Aug 2025


    https://reclaimingevolution.com/


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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Beyond the Hero:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mythicmystic_

    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca

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    1 hr 3 min
  • How Can Men Be More Potent? Kings Round Table Closing Panel: No More Heroes Mens Summit

    Season 4 Episode 3

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    This episode features the recording of the Kings Round Table Closing Panel of The No More Heroes Mythic Masculinity Summit of 2025. Guest Speaks include Reko Vitae, Tyson Adams, Matt Sturm, and Mikaal Bates.


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    Speakers Info:


    Reko Vitae

    Instragrams -

    https://www.instagram.com/rekovitae

    https://www.instagram.com/mysticmasculinity

    Website - https://www.facebook.com/mysticmasculinity


    Tyson's Info

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

    Website: https://www.thriive.life/nonutnov


    Matt's Info

    Bluesky - mattsturm.bsky.social

    Website - mattsturm.com


    Mikaals Info

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mikaal_bates

    Website - www.mikaalbates.com


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    Join Our Patreon - www.patreon.com/thesmilinghuman


    Access

    "The Alchemy of The Wound: Transforming the Masculine Shadow"

    Online Ritual Here:

    beyondthehero.ca/alchemy


    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment)

    www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?


    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here -

    https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


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    All Upcoming Events:


    thesmilinghuman.com/events


    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival Aug 2025

    https://reclaimingevolution.com/



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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Beyond the Hero:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mythicmystic_

    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca

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    1 hr 11 min
  • The State of Masculinity in Culture: Opening Panel of No More Heroes Mythic Masculinity Summit April 2025

    Season 4 Episode 2

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    This episode features the recording of the Opening Panel of The No More Heroes Mythic Masculinity Summit of 2025. Guest Speaks include Deus Fortier, Reko Vitae, Soma Miller, and Nick Palladino-King.


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    Speakers Info:


    Deus Fortier

    Website - www.deusfortier.com

    Website - www.thesomaheart.com

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deusfortier/



    Reko Vitae

    Instragrams -

    https://www.instagram.com/rekovitae

    https://www.instagram.com/mysticmasculinity

    Website - https://www.facebook.com/mysticmasculinity


    Soma Miller

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the.essential.man

    Website - www.theessentialman.net


    Nick Palladino-King

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nickpalladinoking/

    Website - nickpalladino.co


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    Join Our Patreon - www.patreon.com/thesmilinghuman


    Access

    "The Alchemy of The Wound: Transforming the Masculine Shadow"

    Online Ritual Here:

    beyondthehero.ca/alchemy


    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment)

    www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?


    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here -

    https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


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    All Upcoming Events:


    thesmilinghuman.com/events


    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival Aug 2025



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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Beyond the Hero:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mythicmystic_

    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca

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    55 min
  • Oaks Hour #9: The Fire Within and The Road Ahead

    Season 4 Episode 1


    In this episode I let you, the listener, in behind the scenes of how this show came to be, and where it might be going. This show is only possible because of YOU the listener - If this show means something to you, consider engaging with the links below.

    Thank you all!



    P.S

    I reference a lot of links, they are all available below!


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    Join The Patreon - www.patreon.com/thesmilinghuman


    Free Access to Our 5 Day Online Mythic Masculinity Summit:


    nomoreheroes.ca/summit


    Access "The Alchemy of The Wound: Transforming the Masculine Shadow" Online Ritual Here


    Access "Your Mythic Blueprint" (Free Archetypal Assessment) - www.beyondthehero.ca/archetype-quiz


    Interested in Connecting Further?


    Book Your Free Mythic Meeting with Oak


    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here - https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


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    All Upcoming Events:


    thesmilinghuman.com/events


    Come see me at Reclaiming Evolution Festival



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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

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    Beyond the Hero:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/mythicmystic_

    Website - www.beyondthehero.ca

    21 min
  • Special Guest: Reko Vitae - Beyond The Ashes: A Conversation about Iron John by Robert Bly

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    Special Guest Episode


    In this episode of the Smiling Human Podcast, Reko Vitae discusses the profound themes within the Iron John story, a foundational piece of men's work.


    The conversation explores the journey of maturation for men, focusing on key symbols such as the Wild Man, the act of stealing the key, and the significance of eating the ashes. Reko emphasizes the importance of agency, identity, and the challenges men face in their personal growth, particularly in confronting their past and the influences of the father figure.


    The discussion culminates in understanding how these elements interplay in the quest for generativity and fulfillment in life. Oak and Reko delve into the themes of kingship, desire, and personal growth. They explore the journey towards achieving one's greater rewards, the nature of kingship, and the importance of humility and mastery in this process.



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    Reko's Info


    Instragrams -

    https://www.instagram.com/rekovitae

    https://www.instagram.com/mysticmasculinity


    Website - https://www.facebook.com/mysticmasculinity


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    The Smiling Human:

    Instagram - www.instagram.com/thesmilinghuman

    Patreon - www.patreon.com/thesmilinghuman

    Website - www.thesmilinghuman.com

    Get Your Free Insight Journal Here - https://thesmilinghuman.com/freegift


    1 hr 8 min
  • Spirituality on The Spectrum: Increasing Archetypal Literacy with Asher Walden

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    nomoreheroes.ca/summit


    Season 3 Episode 12


    In this episode, Asher Wadlen discusses his journey through spirituality and comparative religion, leading to the creation of the Empyrean deck, a collection of symbols and archetypes.


    He emphasizes the importance of relationships in finding meaning, the role of archetypes in navigating change, and the interplay between subjective experiences and objective realities.


    Asher and Oak Mountain delve into the realms of the unconscious, archetypes, and the transformative power of imaginative engagement. They explore the efficacy of archetypes in personal growth and the importance of creating playful spaces for exploration. The discussion also touches on research methodologies for studying archetypes, the significance of imaginative prayer, and the potential of an archetypal deck to facilitate personal insights and connections.


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    Asher's Info


    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/asher.walden.3/

    Empyeran Deck - www.empyreanproject.com


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    1 hr 12 min
  • From Repression to Liberation: The Impact of Faith on Identity and Sexuality with Lynleigh Rose

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    Season 3 Episode 11


    In this episode of the Smiling Human Podcast, Lynleigh shares her transformative journey from a repressive upbringing in the Mormon faith to a path of self-discovery and authenticity.


    She discusses the impact of religious teachings on her understanding of sexuality and identity, the awakening that led her to question dogma, and her experiences in embracing her true self.


    Through personal anecdotes, Lynleigh highlights the importance of connecting with one's inner light and the challenges of navigating societal expectations.


    Oak & Lynleigh delve into the complexities of sexual desire, masculinity, and the journey of healing from trauma. They explore how societal norms and personal experiences shape perceptions of sexuality, emphasizing the importance of understanding and integrating one's sexual energy. The discussion highlights the significance of slowing down to connect with oneself and others, and the necessity of containment in masculine energy.


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    Lynleighs Info


    Awakening with Lynleigh Rose - https://open.spotify.com/show/5RyRk8zGOybFhIb9jowhEO?si=aa87834c50dc4032

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lynleighrose

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lynleighrose

    Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lynleighrose


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    1 hr
  • Oaks Hour #8: Power, Play, and Becoming

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    Season 3 Episode 10


    In this episode of the Smiling Human Podcast, Oak explores the themes of empowerment, feeling, and creativity. He discusses the distinction between power and force, the importance of choosing one's energy, and the necessity of play in our lives.


    Oak also delves into the balance between accountability and surrender in the creative process, and the shift from trying to fix oneself to listening and understanding one's needs. The conversation emphasizes the significance of inner awareness and perception in personal transformation and well-being.


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    26 min

About The Smiling Human

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Welcome to The Smiling Human,


This show is a living practice of Emergent Discourse; A transformative journey through the realms of Personal Wellness, Philosophy, and The Scienceโ€ฆ