To Hum is Human

What if aging isn’t a decline, but an awakening?

In this luminous conversation, I sit down with Sophy Burnham, author of 17 books and a trailblazer in spiritual and creative inquiry. From A Book of Angels—the cultural phenomenon that reshaped how we talk about the unseen—to her recent work, The Wonder and Happiness of Being Old, Sophy invites us to rethink intuition, creativity, love, and what it truly means to live fully.

We explore how intuition guides us toward our passionate purpose, why creativity is a radical act of self-expression, and how the invisible world is just as real and instructive as the physical one. Sophy shares her deep reflections on aging as a portal to joy, meaning, and love that matures and deepens with time. We talk about trusting your inner voice, writing letters to your future self, and remembering that we are spiritual beings having a human experience.

This episode is an invitation to listen more closely, create more bravely, and welcome the wisdom that comes with every season of life.

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What does it look like to take action in a way that’s embodied, intuitive, and true?

In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Shamey—Director of Strategic Planning at Strive, yoga teacher, runner, and community-focused leader—for a grounded conversation about movement as a pathway to confidence, resilience, and connection. Raised in western Massachusetts, where he now lives, Matt teaches power vinyasa yoga and spends his time running through woods and country roads with friends and teammates, using movement as a practice of presence and listening.

A Grinnell College graduate, Matt ran cross-country, studied political science and Spanish, and deepened his global perspective through study abroad in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. His work leading immersive programs throughout Latin America and East Africa shaped his leadership philosophy—one rooted in community, emotional literacy, and awakening people to their own strength and capability.

We explore how movement builds self-trust, why recovery matters as much as effort, and how taking action from the heart can transform the way we live and lead.

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In this episode, I sit down with Noelle Dean, owner of Connecting with Noelle. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist who followed an unexpected calling into intuitive mediumship. Our conversation explores the transformative power of intuition, the meaning of healing with honesty, and why integrity holds deep significance in spiritual work.

Noelle opens her heart as she shares her own story, including her experience with cancer, an initiation that reshaped her understanding of purpose, intuition, and the body’s quiet wisdom. We talk about navigating vulnerability—our own and others’—with care, the importance of ethical boundaries in spiritual work, and what it truly means to empower others to connect with Spirit for themselves.

This episode is an invitation to trust your inner knowing, honor the non-linear path of healing, listen to your body, and remember that intuition isn’t reserved for a select few. It’s a skill we can nurture, a compass for daily life, and a powerful guide toward deeper self-discovery.

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What if the stories we read as children could help us truly see ourselves and others in a new light?

 In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Grace Lin, the award-winning author and illustrator behind Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, A Big Mooncake for Little Star, and so many other beloved works. Her accolades include a Newbery Honor, Caldecott Honor, the Children’s Literature Legacy Award, and recognition at the White House as a Champion of Change for her advocacy for diversity in children’s literature.

Together, we explore what it was like for Grace to grow up between cultures and how she found her creative voice, the role intuition plays in her artistic process, and why representation in children’s books is more essential now than ever. We also talk about the magic of stories as both windows and mirrors, expanding our understanding of others while reflecting who we are back to ourselves.

Grace’s work has touched millions, and this conversation invites you to revisit the stories that shaped your own sense of identity and imagination.

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In this episode, we explore a powerful question: What if food could be more than just something we consume? What if it could become a tool for justice, a daily act of love, and a catalyst for systemic change? 

If you’ve ever reached for Honest Tea, enjoyed PLNT Burger, or followed the rise of Beyond Meat, you’ve already encountered Seth Goldman’s vision. Seth is the Co-Founder of Honest Tea, Just Ice Tea, and PLNT Burger, Chair of the Board at Beyond Meat, and Chair of Mission Guardians for Tony’s Chocolonely, a company working to end exploitation in the cocoa industry. A graduate of Harvard and the Yale School of Management, he’s been inducted into the Washington DC Business Hall of Fame, named CEO of the Year by Partnership for Healthier America, honored as a Climate Visionary by EARTHDAY.ORG, and co-authored the bestselling graphic memoir Mission in a Bottle.

What inspires me most about Seth is his belief that every sip, every bite, and every choice is an opportunity to shape the world we want to see. In this conversation, we explore food as a pathway to justice, the power of ethical business, and how conscious choices can heal both people and the planet.

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What if your money wasn’t just numbers on a screen, but a mirror of your values, your stories, and your dreams? In this new episode of To Hum is Human, I sit down with Lou Davis, Financial Planner & Advisor at Davis Financial Group, for a powerful conversation.

We explore the money stories we inherit from our families, culture, and lived experiences, and how those narratives shape the way we relate to abundance, security, and risk. Lou shares how combining data with deep empathy can actually soothe financial anxiety and bring real clarity, making planning feel less intimidating and more empowering. We also talk about what it truly means to create a values-aligned financial plan and why socially responsible and sustainable investing is more possible and more impactful than ever.

Lou’s path, from the music industry and tech startups to holistic financial planning, is full of unexpected turns, heart, and so much wisdom. This episode is an invitation to look at your finances with more compassion, more consciousness, and yes… more intuition.

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In this episode, I speak with Shannon Mitchell of Shannon Mitchell Wellness, a folk herbalist, intuitive medium, writer, and contributing author of The Intuitive Entrepreneur: Deeper Connections for Soul-Driven Success with Deb DeCelle. 🌸

We explore the art of folk herbalism, the rhythm of seasonal living, and the sacred relationships we build with plants. Shannon shares her journey of listening to nature’s wisdom, how humor and writing can serve as medicine, and the importance of intuition in both healing and entrepreneurship.

✨ This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t far away. It’s in the garden, the forest, and within ourselves.

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In this episode, we dive into the healing frequencies woven between sound, curiosity, and connection. I’m joined by musician, educator, and sound therapist Lacey Lewis, whose journey began as a curious child entranced by vibration, and evolved into a transformative career supporting students at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Together, we explore what happens when we shift from simply hearing music to listening with our whole nervous system. Lacey opens up about working with vibration in nontraditional ways, using binaural beats to influence brainwave states, and how humming can soothe the vagus nerve and invite calm back into the body. Her work with NepTune and Heavy With Stars shows her range of possibilities with sound.

We talk about the difference intention makes, how sound becomes medicine when we infuse it with purpose, and why learning music is accessible at any age. At the heart of this conversation is a reminder: sound isn’t just entertainment. It can transform us, regulate our nervous systems, and bring us back to ourselves.

Tune in if you’ve ever felt the power of a song in your bones, if you’re curious about sound therapy, or if you're ready to deepen your listening practice.

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In this episode, we step into one of the most sacred thresholds of the human experience. I’m joined by birth and death doula, spiritual entrepreneur, Reiki Master Teacher, gifted psychic medium, and space-holder LéVonta White, also known as L.N. White of Lighthouse Effect, LLC, for a conversation that gently unpacks what it means to arrive, to depart, and to honor everything in between.

Together, we explore the mirrored energies of birth and death, the importance of ancestral veneration, and how emotional presence shapes the way we support families during transitions. LéVonta shares her personal journey from nursing to doula work, weaving intuition, compassion, and ceremony into moments often held behind closed doors.

We discuss healing as a form of witnessing, how everyday actions can honor our ancestors, and the “Lighthouse Effect”—the quiet power of standing in your truth so that others can find their way back to theirs.

Tune in if you’ve ever felt the subtle presence of those who came before you, if you’re curious about supporting loved ones through life’s most tender thresholds, or if you’re drawn to the wisdom that lives in transitions.

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What happens when directing becomes an act of deep listening—where structure meets intuition, and storytelling becomes a form of connection and healing?

In this episode, I speak with Daniel Elihu Kramer, an award-winning director, writer, filmmaker, and educator whose work bridges art, leadership, and community. Daniel served as Producing Artistic Director of Chester Theatre Company from 2015 to 2022, where he brought national recognition to this small theater on the edge of the Berkshires. A graduate of the Yale School of Drama, Daniel also leads as the Grace Jarcho Ross Professor of Humanities and Chair of the Theatre Department at Smith College, shaping the next generation of storytellers.

Together, we explore the craft of holding space for story—the art of guiding collaboration, creating connection, and cultivating performances that linger long after the final curtain.

✨ Tune in for a conversation about art as community, leadership as listening, and theater as transformation.

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