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Greg is an accomplished stand-up, a four-time Emmy-winning writer, and a host on TV, radio and his own podcasts.  Host of the popular  FitzDog Radio  podcast, as well as the  Sunday Papers  and the  Childish  podcasts, Greg has made more than 20 visits to The Joe Rogan Experience and 50 visits to The Howard Stern Show, and one hundred on The Adam Carolla Show.  Howard gave Greg his own show on Sir...

In this conversation, Dr. Gábor Somlyai discusses the relationship between deuterium levels and cancer, emphasizing the importance of diet and deuterium depleted water (DDW) in cancer prevention and treatment. He shares insights from his research, highlighting how deuterium affects cellular processes and cancer cell growth. The conversation also touches on practical applications of DDW, the challe...

At the beginning of 2020, Dr. Peter McCullough was a highly regarded practicing physician, program director, teacher, and clinical investigator at a major academic medical center in Dallas, TX.  We were using different language to avoid being removed from platforms. In this conversation, Dr. Peter McCullough discusses his background as a physician and academic, his experiences during the 2020 pand...

Dr. Anna Machin is a doctor of evolutionary anthropology, a writer and broadcaster. She is world renowned for her work in the science and anthropology of close human relationships. Anna Machin delves into the intricate nature of love, discussing its biological and cultural dimensions. She emphasizes the complexity of love beyond romantic relationships, exploring various forms of love, including sp...

Ryan Anderson and Rob Kurzban delve into the intricacies of evolutionary psychology, exploring how evolutionary principles can inform our understanding of social behavior, ideology, and human relationships. They discuss the impact of social media on belief systems, the challenges faced by social sciences, and the complexities of human emotions and hypocrisy. The conversation also touches on the ev...

Randy Slack shares his journey as an artist and the evolution of his event, Chaos Theory, which celebrates its 24th year. He discusses the importance of community and mentorship on his journey as an artist. Randy shares his story of 20 years of sobriety and the challenges along the way.  The conversation delves into the duality of life and art, the challenges faced, and the significance of gratitu...

Kyle Kingsbury shares his journey of self-discovery, mental health struggles, and the transformative power of community, nature and plant medicines. Kyle shares his story of how he overcame suicidal tendencies and transformed his life by creating meaning and living a life of service.  He discusses the importance of vulnerability, the role of nature in healing, and the balance between light and dar...

Marc Champagne is a best-selling author, podcast host, keynote speaker, and mental fitness strategist who helps corporate teams and individuals enhance their mental well-being. Leveraging insights gained from over 350 interviews and studying leading minds such as Kobe Bryant, Maya Angelou, Coco Chanel, and Stephen Hawking, Marc trains people to ask better quality questions so they can clear out me...

Ryan Anderson has a conversation with Norman Ohler about his book ‘Tripped”. A provocative new history of drugs and postwar America, examining the untold story of how Nazi experiments into psychedelics covertly influenced CIA research and secretly shaped the War on Drugs We discuss the history of MKULTRA and the corruption of Big Pharma as it relates to the war on drugs. They discuss the dark hist...

The dark side of the psychedelic movements and the hype surrounding it. Will Hall discusses the corruption and abuse within the psychedelic therapy community, including the scandals involving therapists who violated their patients. He shares his personal story.  He highlights the need for caution, critical thinking, and honest conversations about the risks and benefits of psychedelics. The convers...

Dr. Jack Kruse is a neurosurgeon who also studies physics, light, magnetism, and electricity. Kruse shares his insights on medical freedom, Bitcoin, and the need for decentralized systems. This conversation delves into the dark history of government involvement in the assassination of JFK and the manipulation of vaccines to spread cancer. It explores the connections between the CIA, the American C...

Dr. Feinstein is a clinical neuropsychologist.  In 2021, Dr. Feinstein became President and Director of the Float Research Collective , a nonprofit organization that is playing a pivotal role in establishing Floatation-REST as an accepted medical treatment. He discusses the benefits of float therapy, for meditation, calming the nervous system, He shares his personal experience with floating and ho...

Dr. Dave Arneson has maintained a private practice, The Source Naturopathic Medical Clinic, focusing on treatment of alcoholism, drug dependency, and chronic disease, since 2000. He is currently a part time Clinical Instructor of Naturopathic Medicine, and teaches a class on Addiction at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM).   Dr. Dave shares his personal journey of addiction reco...

Mezcal "The Oaxacan Treasure"  John Lockwood In this conversation, Ryan Anderson and Jonathan Lockwood discuss various topics, including Jonathan's decision to move to San Miguel Mexico, his journey of leaving the Jehovah's Witness religion, his career in voiceover work, and his passion for mezcal. They also touch on the subjects of logic, cults, and the human condition. Jonathan shares his experi...

Ryan Anderson speaks with Dr. James Hollis about the work of Carl Jung and the exploration of consciousness. They discuss the subjective experiences that lead people to Jung's work, the importance of self-reflection and inner dialogue, and the role of personal responsibility in finding meaning and purpose in life. They also touch on the challenges of the current attention economy and the need to d...

In this conversation, Ryan Anderson interviews Dr. Dan Engle about the use of psychedelics as medicine and the challenges of scaling this approach. Dr. Dan Engle is a psychiatrist with a clinical practice that combines aspects of regenerative medicine, psychedelic research, integrative spirituality, and peak performance.  Dr. Engle shares his background in medicine and psychiatry, as well as his p...

Ryan Anderson interviews Tom O'Neill, author of the book 'Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties'. They discuss O'Neill's 20-year journey of researching and writing the book, the information he uncovered, and the challenges he faced in presenting the material. They also touch on topics such as MKUltra, the CIA's involvement in mind control experiments, the Kennedy as...

In this conversation, Ryan Anderson interviews Steven Viola who retired after 30 years as a command master chief of the Navy SEALs. They discuss topics such as curiosity, mindset, leadership, and the importance of breathwork. They also touch on the challenges of transitioning from military life to civilian life, the need for decompression and mental health support, and how to integrate. The conver...

In this conversation, Robin Rothenberg shares her journey and story of discovering the importance of breath and some of the common misunderstandings of the elements of breathing.  She has been a Yoga therapist for decades and has written an important book called Restoring Prana.  Robin shares her life story and some of the injuries and issues she has cured by finding a deeper understanding of the...

Summary In this conversation, Mark, the creator of the YouTube channel After Skool, discusses his journey as an artist and animator. He talks about how he got started in art and animation, his experience in art school, and his transition to freelance animation. Mark also shares his creative process and the inspiration behind his videos. He mentions his podcast and collaborations with thinkers like...

Jane and Ryan discuss the Art Life and the upcoming workshop at Echo Dharma in October 2024. Jane shares how the name Art Life came to her and what it means to her. She explains that Art Life is about bringing creativity into all aspects of our lives and recognizing that art is intrinsic to all of us. The workshop aims to guide people into their creativity by helping them relax, play, and let go o...

Gary Nabhan discusses his work in sacred plant biocultural recovery and the importance of conserving relationships between humans and plants. He emphasizes the need for empathy and collaboration. Nabhan highlights the value of informal education and the role of mentors in shaping his understanding of the natural world. In this conversation, Gary Paul Nabhan discusses his experiences with tradition...

This conversation is a heartfelt and intimate exploration of Roshi Sanchi Reta Lawler’s life path and her work in the field of death and dying. I met Sanchi Reta through her brother Don Howard Lawler. They both became very close to me and have had a huge impact in my life. I felt it was important to share her essence through this recorded conversation. Sanchi Reta shares her journey beginning with...

Summary Barbara shares her journey of spiritual exploration and personal growth, starting from her childhood experiences with dreams and conversations about the universe with her father. She pursued studies in various areas, including culture, religion, and dream work. Barbara eventually met Stan Grof and trained with him in breathwork. She then focused on the field of thanatology, studying death,...

In this conversation, Robert Forte discusses his deep dive into the phenomena of sacred plants and psychedelics, as well as his involvement with key figures in the psychedelic renaissance. He highlights the importance of understanding history. Forte also shares his critical perspective on the mainstream narrative of the psychedelic Renaissance and the commercialization of psychedelic drugs. He del...