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In this episode of Third Eye Roll, Justine and Scarlett dive into the mystery and mythology of Kundalini—that coiled serpent of hidden life force at the base of the spine. They unpack definitions from the Hatha Yoga Pradīpikā to modern teachings on Kundalini Awakening Process, exploring how this energy moves through the body, why purification matters, and why “gentle and sustainable” cultivation is wiser than flashy, chaotic awakenings.

Along the way, they link Kundalini to Purva Bhadrapada nakshatra and the upcoming eclipse cycle, weaving in cosmic timing, Ayurvedic seasonal cleansing, and the imagery of spiritual fire. The conversation spirals through fashion, music, and film—from Disney serpents and Joseph’s rainbow coat to Tool’s bass lines and Apocalypse Now. A mythic mic drop reframes the Sword in the Stone legend as a metaphor for Kundalini’s effortless flash of awakening, crowned by sovereign energy.

The hosts emphasize that Kundalini doesn’t make you “enlightened” or “nice”—it amplifies whatever is present. That’s why traditions across cultures—from Tibetan Buddhism to Arthurian legend—stress preparation, ethics, and safe containers. The takeaway: Kundalini is real, powerful, and not to be rushed. Instead, it’s an invitation to align with rhythm, ritual, and community as this serpent energy slowly uncoils.

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In this episode of Third Eye Roll, Justine and Scarlett dive into the messy, mystical, and often misunderstood world of lineage. From the Sanskrit idea of paramparā—the living flow of wisdom from one to another—they challenge Western obsessions with certificates, credentials, and “lineage flexing.”

Instead, they frame lineage as a relationship: teacher and student co-creating, transmitting, and transforming wisdom across time. Expect mythic riffs on Vyāsa and Gaṇeśa, Jyotiṣ insights from Magha Nakṣatra, and personal stories of their own root teachers—from yoga in Southern California basements to long afternoons in Ayurvedic pharmacies of Kerala.

The duo also explore the shadow sides of lineage (authority games, spiritual branding, exploitation) while celebrating its heart as an alive, relational, embodied current. And yes, they still find time for their pop-culture picks: thrifted vintage as “wearable lineage,” DJ Drez and Miles Davis as remix-gurus, and Star Wars’ Jedi council as the ultimate metaphor for transmission gone cosmic.

Lineage, it turns out, isn’t a receipt you can wave around—it’s a flame you keep alive by tending it together.

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In this richly oiled and myth-soaked episode of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos and guest Emily McConnell stir the pot (literally) on Ayurveda’s most infamous process—Panchakarma. Forget juice cleanses and detox fads; Panchakarma is more like spiritual surgery, where enemas, oil baths, and nasal therapies become ritual acts of purification.

We dive into the five traditional actions, with a special focus on Basti (medicated enemas) and Nasya (nasal oil therapy)—their history, their very real emotional effects, and why they’re often misunderstood. Expect side-eye at colonics, love notes to sesame oil, and some straight talk about Monster energy drinks and colon health.

And because this is Third Eye Roll, we weave in the myth of Samudra Manthan, the cosmic churning of the ocean that first produced poison before yielding nectar. Shiva and Parvati’s wisdom on transmuting toxins becomes a mirror for how Panchakarma transforms body, mind, and soul. Along the way, you’ll get unexpected fashion tips (oil-soaked loincloths, anyone?), movie picks (think Alien as a metaphor for cleansing), and the soundtrack of Gregorian chants meets Krishna das.

This isn’t detox—it’s death, rebirth, and nectar.

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In this episode of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos and Ayurvedic counselor Emily McConnell wade deep into the sacred (and slippery) world of Panchakarma—Ayurveda’s fivefold cleansing process that’s more ritual rebirth than spa detox. From enemas (Basti) to nasal therapy (Nasya), they unpack the practices, myths, and very real emotional releases that emerge when you give your body an oil change for the soul.

Along the way, they explore:

• Why Panchakarma is not just a “detox,” but a karmic and relational purification
• The difference between colonics and Ayurvedic Bastis (and why oil is everything)
• How Nasya clears mental fog and karmic cobwebs between the eyebrows
• The rising tide of colon health issues (and taurine-laced energy drinks)
• Panchakarma fashion, soundtracks, and why Alien might be the perfect metaphor
• The myth of Shiva as Nilakanta, the Blue-Throated One, who transforms poison into wisdom with Parvati’s guiding hand

Come for the Ayurvedic insights, stay for the laughter, leeches, and the reminder that true healing is equal parts compassion, discernment, and a lot of oil.

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Season 2 kicks off with Justine and Scarlett decoding the ancient concept of Sangha—your chosen spiritual fam—and asking the big questions: How is it different from a cult? Can a podcast community count as one? And why does chanting together hit harder than scrolling Instagram? We break down the hormonal science of group practice, wander from Buddhist forests to underground raves, and drop a myth from the Bhagavata Purana about sages gathering in the forest to listen. Along the way, we roast fake wellness fads, unpack the science of sound, and take a few side trips into The Matrix, Sister Sledge, and Catholic church acoustics. Whether you’re in it for the cosmic science, the cult-free community vibes, or the fashion tips for planetary dressing, welcome to the Third Eye Roll Sangha.

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In this hot-and-precise Euro Edition of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos (recording from Portugal) and Scarlett Trillia (beaming in from London) dive deep into the nitty-gritty of Mars entering Virgo, conjunct the Moon and fully in Saturn’s karmic gaze. Expect sharp side-eye across the zodiac, freaky Virgo fashion (red lingerie under white gowns, anyone?), and a full decoding of the surgical, spreadsheet-slaying, hypochondriac-prone energy this transit brings. We also unpack what aspects really are in Vedic astrology (hint: it’s all about the drishti ), and why misdiagnoses, medical reversals, and tattoo removals are suddenly on trend. Plus, the myth of Pedro and Inez, fashion tips for the gym witch archetype, and a fiery WTF look at Mercury’s combust retrograde state.

Content warning: heart-ripping, literal and metaphorical.

No fluff, no gurus, just the clean-girl carnage of Virgo season.

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Mercury’s in retrograde, Saturn’s doing her slow swirl in Pisces, and your third eye might be a little soggy. In this episode of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos and Scarlett Trillia decode what retrograde really means—from actual astronomy to astrological mess—and why it’s not just about your ex texting back.

We unpack Mercury Retrograde in Cancer (think: ancestral drama, emotional intel, and communication that feels like singing underwater) and Saturn Retrograde in Pisces (karmic cleanup in aisle 12th house). There’s Parivartana Yoga, throat chakra jams, cosmic fashion (wet swimsuits + faded black tees), and music picks from Fleetwood Mac to Radiohead.

Plus: a mythic mic drop featuring Vak, the Goddess of Sacred Speech, whose burning tongue returns when words lose heart. If your inner mermaid is emotionally spiraling or you’re wondering whether that DM was real or retrograde-bait, this episode’s for you.

Segments:

• WTF Is That? (What retrogrades actually are)
• Cosmic Current Events
• Storytime with the Shastras: The Burning Tongue Myth
• Mystic Mic Drop: Clean up your karma, watch your words.

No gurus, no fluff—just tides of truth and a side-eye from the stars.

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Ever wondered what Saturn would wear to Trader Joe’s? Or which chakra your Mars is doing crunches in? In this myth-soaked, side-eye-filled episode of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos and Scarlett Trillia unravel the cosmic web connecting the planets, doshas, and chakras—while dropping cultural anthropology, gender nuance, and 90s R&B along the way.

From Mercury’s genderfluid beatboxing at the throat chakra to Venus slaying in heels at the heart, this episode dives deep into how planetary archetypes live inside your body and strut around in the world. We touch on Ayurveda, Jyotish, yoga, and myth in an integrated weave, culminating in the story of Sati’s sacred sacrifice—where the goddess becomes a map and your chakras become temples.

Segments include:

• WTF is That: Saturn’s Fashion Edition
• Cosmic Current Events: Minimalism, Mercury & Mahadasha Mood Swings
• Mystic Mic Drop: Your Body is the Pilgrimage

Let’s get mystical, irreverent, and a little emo. No gurus, no fluff, just the good stuff. 💫

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It’s Guru Purnima, and the astrology could not be more aligned: a Full Moon in Purva Ashada, Jupiter freshly de-combusted, and the teacher vibe is lit. Justine Lemos, PhD and Scarlett Trillia dive into the myth of Dattatreya and his 24 unexpected gurus—like the earth, a courtesan, a deer, and a child—and explore what it means to honor real teachers (without falling into cults).

Fashion pick: mustard yellow + sapphire earrings.
 Movie pick: Stand and Deliver.
Book pick: The Great Ooooooom.
Music: Rafi and the dancing man in yellow.
Also: WTF is a kamandalu? And how sticky is Jupiter, really?

No gurus, no fluff—just the good stuff.

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In this electrifying tenth episode of Third Eye Roll, Dr. Justine Lemos and Scarlett Trillia get mythic and meta with the ultimate cosmic couple: Shiva and Shakti.

They unpack the raw symbolism of union and separation, the primal role of Kriya (action) in yoga, and the time-bending presence of Kali, goddess of endings, beginnings, and wild awakening. With wit, wisdom, and a few laughs, they explore how these mythological blueprints illuminate the very real terrain of our spiritual lives.

Expect conversations on Vedic astrology, yogic practice, divine polarity, the loneliness of incarnation, and why the veil between worlds is thinner than ever. Oh—and what happens when Shakti screams the universe into being.

Whether you're deep into your sādhanā or just wondering why everyone keeps talking about divine union, this episode will leave you lit from within.

🔑 Takeaways:

• Yoga is the union of opposites, embodied by Shiva & Shakti
• Kriya = Action — the energetic force behind transformation
• The primal scream of Shakti represents the moment of cosmic creation
• Separation from divine union births human loneliness
• Kali embodies both Time and the transformative power of the feminine
• Collective awakening is happening—especially in spiritual community
• Meditation is about process, not perfection
• Myth is not metaphor—it’s a map of the psyche

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