Beyond 80%

What happens when we die — and what does that question reveal about being alive? For as long as humans have existed, we’ve wrestled with the mystery of consciousness and death. Across cultures, religions, and time, people have reported profound near-death experiences: leaving their bodies, moving through light, meeting loved ones, feeling peace, and sometimes reliving every moment of their lives....

Beyond 80% didn’t even exist a year ago—and now, after a season of conversations that cracked open beliefs, challenged assumptions, and pushed us into territory most people avoid, Ryan is looking back at the moments that changed everything. In this year-in-review, we revisit the stories and guests who shaped the show’s first season: the people who faced illness, identity collapse, trauma, rebirth,...

*Episode 1 premieres January 7, 2026* What happens when we die? Who are we without the brain—and why do so many people report awareness when their brain is offline? This trailer introduces Beyond the Brain , a special multi-episode investigation into one of the most profound questions in science and human experience: Does consciousness end with the brain, or continue in ways we don’t yet understan...

Hey listeners —  This will be our last episode of 2025. We’re taking a short break, but we’ll be back in 2026 with something completely new. We’re launching a brand-new series exploring consciousness. We’ll dive into stories, research, and perspectives that push the edges of what we think is possible. So stay tuned, stay curious, and get ready — because what’s coming next is going to take us far b...

In this episode of Beyond 80%, we dive deep into the mysterious world of dreams with Benjamin the Dream Wizard — a Jungian-inspired interpreter who blends psychology, folklore, and symbolism to decode the language of the subconscious.   From the roots of Freud and Jung’s dream theories to the archetypal power of symbols, Benjamin shares how our nighttime stories can reveal our deepest fears, desir...

Addiction isn’t just substances; it’s patterns, identity, and survival wiring. Dr. Robb Kelly, PhD, a leading recovery expert seen on The Doctors, Good Morning Texas, USA Today, and host of Breaking Through Addiction, argues we must treat causes, not symptoms. He explains why alcoholism is a brain-level hijack while many other addictions grow from trauma + learned behavior. We unpack the tug-of-wa...

What if the key to your peace, your health, and even your sense of freedom isn’t something you need to find — but something you need to let go of? In this episode of Beyond 80%, Ryan Olexson sits down with award-winning author, coach, and speaker Catherine Giovanni to explore forgiveness as a radical act of self-liberation. Catherine’s approach isn’t about excusing harm or pretending it didn’t hap...

What’s your lack of sleep really costing you? Memory, judgment, empathy — maybe even truth. Sleep isn’t a luxury; it’s the currency of everything we care about. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Leah Kaylor , the FBI’s official sleep expert and licensed clinical psychologist. After years of helping agents recover from the Bureau’s toughest moments, she’s made her science-backed strategies public —...

Today’s men face a cultural double bind — too masculine and they’re criticized, too emotional and they’re dismissed. In this conversation, Simon Lee, founder of The Courage Project, explores how childhood wounds shape men, why courage is key to growth, and how rites of passage can create stronger, more connected communities. This episode is about empowering men to move beyond victimhood, embrace r...

This episode dives into equine therapy with Kasia Bukowska—how emotions and horses connect, and why her approach is unique, blending consent-based work with horses, simple body-first tools, and art. We also walk through her illness story and how, in her words, slowing down, nervous-system work, and time with horses led to full healing—she says she no longer needs medication. You’ll hear what a fie...

In today’s episode of Beyond 80%, we’re cutting past the glossy image of capitalism to the lived reality, the one shaping how we see ourselves, spend our time, and define success. Aaron Scott, is a former Wall Street hedge fund founder, challenges the myths that keep us grinding for productivity and profit, and offers a way to reclaim our worth on our own terms. This isn’t just about economics, it...

In this special solo episode of Beyond 80%, Ryan pauses to reflect on the first ten conversations since launching the podcast. Rather than just interviews, these episodes have been powerful lessons, reshaping what change, systems, and beliefs mean in our daily lives. As the show moves into its next ten episodes, this reflection invites listeners to keep questioning, keep exploring what’s beneath t...

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In this episode of Beyond 80%, Veronica, a nurse practitioner turned wellness advocate, shares her journey of reclaiming personal sovereignty and challenging mainstream healthcare. We dive into the emotional roots of chronic illness, the body’s innate healing intelligence, and the cost of speaking truth in a politicized system. It’s a powerful conversation about taking radical responsibility for y...

In this powerful episode of Beyond 80% , host Ryan Olexson sits down with Danny Hallam, a shaman, healer, and visionary farmer whose journey from addiction and trauma to deep spiritual healing is nothing short of transformational. Danny opens up about the sacred role of surrender, the wisdom held in plant medicine and dreamwork, and how his lived experiences have shaped his current mission: buildi...

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What happens when modern medicine has no answers? For Tony, the search for healing led him far beyond the doctor’s office—and into the heart of ancient medicine and mystic discovery. In this episode, we discuss his transformation from military service to life in a wheelchair to unlocking intuitive abilities that defy explanation. It’s a conversation about perseverance, reclaiming agency over your...

Join Ryan Olexson as she talks with John Churchill—musician, composer, and philosopher—about how sound, perception, and presence shape our experiences. Hear John’s music firsthand and explore how breaking free from subconscious patterns can transform the way you listen to the world. Learn more about John and Classical Ink: https://www.johnmchurchill.com/   Subscribe and follow Beyond 80% so you ne...

Trauma isn’t just about what happens to us—it’s about how it’s stored in the body. This week, we sit down with Alexandrea Long, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and founder of Live Consciously, to explore the deep layers of healing. We dive into trauma-informed therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and the role of psychedelics in accessing the parts of o...

Host: Ryan Olexson   Editor: Nick Canepa   Website: www.beyond80percent.com   Email: Beyond80percent@gmail.com Subscribe and follow Beyond 80% so you never miss an opportunity to think, question and evolve.  If you have an idea for an episode, drop us a note at Beyond80percent@gmail.com       HGQENO5SDZH7M2SP