Welcome to Season 2 of the podcast, where we explore the people, stories, and communities that makes waves in the world with purpose, joy and love. In this special episode, I sit down with Jim—better known as Mr. Music—the visionary behind Peacetown, a beloved Sonoma County movement dedicated to “promoting and encouraging peace in the individual, the community, and the world.” When I first arrived in Sebastopol, I kept hearing whispers of Peacetown’s free summer concerts, its vibrant gatherings and the magnetic “Love, Peace and Joy” culture it had nurtured. After attending myself, I fell in love—and knew I had to learn more about how this living, breathing peace community came to life.

Recorded/Edited at The Dreamlodge with Craig Wenaweser in beautiful Sebastopol, this conversation is pure uplift. Jim’s presence radiates the very essence of what Peacetown stands for as he shares the Peacetown origin story, the Principles of Peace, and the Ways of Being that guide their movement. It’s a reminder that peace is not only possible—it’s already within us, waiting to be remembered, shared, and lived. Peacetown truly is, "A Beautiful Place to Be.”

Join us for a special “Soulnoma Soul Fam” Bash Dec 13th in Sebastopol during the holidays. Jim will lead us in a Beatles Sing-a-long, Reprezent Merch will be in the house for your holiday gift giving, Fllow and Lummingbird will prayer-form uplifting hip hop and reggae, Ecstatic Dancing and good vibes! FB Event info: https://www.facebook.com/events/850681407502658/

Peacetown Website: ⁠https://www.peacetown.org/

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In this sweet conversation with Loli Cosmica we discussed her musical journey and her relationship with music itself as a prayerful bridge to the sacred. Born and based in Argentina, Loli holds and supports spaces where sound becomes a channel to nourish, heal, and bring balance.

Loli Cosmica is a singer-songwriter and experimental multi-instrumentalist recognized as a leading figure in the world of medicine music. A mother, artist, and sound researcher, Loli has brought her music to many concerts and international stages, standing out at wellness festivals, private events, ceremonies, and cultural gatherings in countries such as Spain, Mexico, Chile, Brazil, Italy, Poland, and the Czech Republic.

Songs like “Sagrado Femenino” (+10M) and “Tzen Tze Re Rei” (+10M) have become anthems of medicine music and are available on all digital platforms.

Catch Loli’s upcoming performance at the epic Transcendence Festival Dec 4-7 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. 

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Loli Cosmica: INSTAGRAM

Transcendence Festival: ⁠https://transcendencefest.com/festival/

"I'm codependent with the pain of this world! Why?"

A short podcast on the idea of Surrender as a means to Wholeness. Recorded this right after a lit therapy session where I had an AHA! moment...

Life always brings a mix of pain and peace, but not all suffering is the same. There’s the kind we create ourselves — the patterns and habits that feel like shooting ourselves in the foot. And then there’s the honest, noble discomfort of navigating life while trying to avoid unnecessary harm.

I’ve realized healing isn’t always another ritual, course, or breakthrough — sometimes it’s simply stopping the behaviors or releasing unhealthy/unkind perceptions of life or self that hurt us in the first place. The most powerful healing can be choosing not to create new wounds. When you do that, you free yourself from the “addiction to healing” that comes from constantly fixing the damage of self-sabotage.

Music/Videos: www.fllow.love

In this powerful conversation with Ben :: aka Templestep Project :: we discussed his musical journey, from his childhood use of drumming as therapy to his development as a multi-genre producer and collaborator in the music industry. Ben shared his devotional and philosophical approach to art and life, discussing his meticulous production process, collaborations with various musicians (Deya Dova, Desert Dwellers, Kalya Scintilla, Nessi Gomes, Darpan, Tahir Qawwal, Peruquois, Dysphemic, Ganga Giri and Murray Kyle +) and his current work with Joe Dispenza. His Neo-shamanic mission is to create transformative music that promotes wellness, bridges cultures and “communal union.” The conversation concluded with Templestep’s upcoming performance at the epic Transcendence Festival Dec 4-7 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. 

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Templestep Project: https://www.templestepproject.com/

Transcendence Festival: https://transcendencefest.com/festival/

Join us as we check in with Robin Liepman, aka Bloomurian, from Boulder, Colorado. He is a community oriented visionary music producer weaving together deep, grounded beats with mystical frequencies. With roots in music through his parents, a passion for permaculture and years of collaboration in the Ecstatic Dance and global festival scenes, Bloom has built a dynamic career spanning music production, event organization, and transformative retreats.

From creating Ecstatic Ecosystems—featuring our collaboration Weightless—to leading permaculture days of action, sound production retreats and many dynamic events, Bloomurian is a true bridge between Earth and ethereal realms. We explore his journey through plant medicines, indigenous wisdom, local and international festival performances, and sharing stages with legends like Desert Dwellers, Poranguí, Dirtwire, Beats Antique, Ott and more. 

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on artistry, community, and the fusion of organic instrumentation, cutting edge beats and psychedelic soundscapes.

Website: https://www.bloomurian.com

A truly riveting conversation with Justin Leslie, a former Pfizer scientist turned whistleblower. Justin candidly shares his experience infiltrating the pharmaceutical giant, detailing his initial skepticism and the challenges he faced while uncovering and documenting disturbing truths. 

We delve into the complexities of navigating a world awash in misinformation, fake news, and "conspiracy theories,” some of which are anything but theoretical. He also goes into great detail about the journalistic deceit and betrayal by the leader of Project Veritas, an alternative news organization that Justin hoped would share his shocking exposé with the world.

Justin's journey highlights the difficulty of discerning truth from deception and the importance of maintaining hope in the face of global corruption and manipulation. Ultimately, confronting the harsh reality that deeply held beliefs might be false, and that many global organizations are built on a foundation of greed and lies, is a crucial step towards personal and societal growth.

Connect with Justin Leslie: https://linktr.ee/justinleslie

WATCH PROJECT WHISTLEBLOWER DOCUMENTARY HERE

Tune in to this serene podcast episode with the kind-hearted JPool 🎧🌍 Get ready for an adventure as we explore his fascinating backstory, his passion for the nomadic lifestyle, and his epic travels around the world. Discover how he blends global ethnic sounds with organic electronic music, creating a vibe you won’t want to miss! 🔊✨

Experience JPool’s music at Transcendence Festival happening this Nov 28th -Dec 1st in Playa del Carmen, MX.  Tix/Info at Transcendence Festival website + use code FLLOW for a discount 🌸

JPOOL WEBSITE

TRANSCENDENCE WEBSITE

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“Your transformation is the celebration!”

Join me as I chat with my dear friends, the inspiring duo behind Transcendence Festival, Miguel and Silvia. These pure-hearted visionaries are bringing their second annual festival/retreat to Mexico this November. We dive into their journey from their first Ecstatic Dance in Thailand to creating their own transformative festival that includes conscious dance, yoga, breathwork, artisanry, delish food vendors and soul much more! Discover what awakening means to them and how the metamorphosis of the butterfly theme guides this year's festival. By the end of this passionate conversation, you'll feel empowered with the tools to break free from any limiting matrix." Join us in Playa del Carmen, Mexico Nov 28-Dec 1st for the celebration of a lifetime!

Transcendence Festival - Info/Tix

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Join Scott Nice for an illuminating conversation about his musical journey thus far. We dive deep into his career as art director for DC Shoes and Transworld Snowboarding, and how his Turntablism obsession ignited his passion for music. As a versatile musician and DJ, we explore his unique approaches to playing for Ecstatic Dances, clubs, parties, and festivals. We also unravel his “mash-it-up” ethos, how his creative process has evolved from early productions to his current sound and lastly, Scott shares about some of his favorite artists who also happen to be his good friends. See Scott and some of his friends like Liquid Bloom, Mose and Porangui play at Transcendence Festival at the end Nov 28-Dec 1st, 2024 in Mexico.

BIOGRAPHY: 

World sounds soar over lush beats as Scott merges electronic with acoustic, dipping into Afro-Latin, tropical and middle eastern sounds in the process. Scott’s roots in Turntablism and Hip-Hop shine with his remix/mash-ups of classic tunes accompanied by live scratching to create a one-of-a-kind sonic journey. Not limited by genres Scott’s productions span Global Bass to Latin House, Hip-Hop to Downtempo and beyond.

Since 2016 Scott has released 6 full length albums working with many amazing collaborators such as The Polish Ambassador, Liquid Bloom, Poranguí, Alex Serra, El Buho, Mose, Ayla Nereo, and many more. Scott’s live sets have included appearances at Lightning in a Bottle, Re:Imagine LA, Envision Festival (Costa Rica), Lucidity Festival (CA), Imagine Festival (WA), and Embodiment (Guatemala). 

SCOTT NICE WEBSITE - SPOTIFY

Transcendence Festival⁠ happening Nov 28th -Dec 1st in Playa del Carmen, MX. Discount Code: FLLOW

“Whatever planet I’m from, we’re really into sound.” 😃

On this special podcast with Amani Friend, we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of Desert Dwellers as well as Liquid Bloom’s upcoming sets at Transcendence Festival happening Nov 28th -Dec 1st in Playa del Carmen, MX. 

This conversation is a kind of thoughtful meditation on what it takes to be a professional, conscious musician on an inspired mission. It was a delight to learn about Amani’s history, his  “Music Beyond Borders” motto as well as his “Ancient Future”philosophies that drive his musical offerings. 

Liquid Bloom is a music project spearheaded by producer Amani Friend of Desert Dwellers. The project blends downtempo, ambient, world, and psychedelic elements to create a mesmerizing sound that is both meditative and energizing. Liquid Bloom has worked with artists from around the world such as Poranguí, Deya Dova, Mose, Savej, Temple Step Project, and Darpan, as well as collaborative projects with Paul Stamets, Dr Joe Dispensza and Ram Dass, drawing inspiration from nature and the power of music to heal and inspire. Liquid Bloom’s unique and uplifting sound has gained a dedicated following internationally, and is a must-see for fans of electronic and world music alike. Whether performing live or in the studio, Liquid Bloom strives to create a sonic prayer for healing and transformation, infusing each track with magic and wonder.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Liquid Bloom Spotify

Desert Dwellers SPOTIFY

Transcendence Festival happening Nov 28th -Dec 1st in Playa del Carmen, MX. 

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