Chris Grosso The Indie Spiritualist

John Snyder, pioneer of guitar pedals and founder of Electronic Audio Experiments, explores the intersection of engineering, creativity, and the endless pursuit of great sound. This week on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and John discuss: John’s journey as a musician, creating guitar pedals and altering sound What it was like finishing a PhD in an electrical engineering program during the coronavir...

Atheist spiritual director Britt Hartley explores climbing out of the void and building a life that is worth experiencing rather than focusing on what comes next.  This week on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Britt explore:  Deconstructing truth claims and focusing on momentary experience How Sufism reopened Britt to spirituality  The brain’s struggle to make choices without a dir...

Exploring the vital role of boundaries, Dr. Lissa Rankin calls on the medical and wellness fields to confront power imbalances and deepen their understanding of trauma. Check out Dr. Rankin’s numerous books on trauma, medicine, healing, and more HERE This week on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Lissa explore  Moral injury and Lissa’s transition out of the medical world What the medical worl...

Blending together the clinical and the beautiful, Dr. Robert Krause and Vicki Marnin discuss mental health, psychedelic therapy, and integrative healing. Check out Centered , a pioneering mental health center offering affordable, multidisciplinary care designed to empower individuals on their path to healing. From traditional therapy to advanced psychiatric care and ketamine-assisted therapy, they...

Author, speaker, and harm reduction advocate Ryan Hampton discusses the importance of addressing the social needs of individuals struggling with addiction. Learn more about Ryan’s perspective on the overdose epidemic in America through his 2024 book, Fentanyl Nation . This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Ryan chat about: The state of the world and the ongoing opioid and overdose epidemic...

Environmental activist Robin Greenfield explores why separation is the biggest threat to humanity and how to become a servant to all. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Robin’s newest book, Food Freedom , and learn more about sustainable living In this episode, Chr...

<h2>Guitar innovator Joel Korte joins Chris to share how loss, creativity, and community shaped his journey, from founding Chase Bliss and redefining analog-digital sound to discovering freedom by following his bliss.</h2> <h6>Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="https://beherenownetwork.com/bhnn-guest-podcast-ep-220-dopey-hope...

Somatic singer and teacher Marisa Michelson shares information on the powerful work of connecting to the body through song and uninhibited self-expression. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode of The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Marisa have a conversation about: Vocal ‘de...

Musician Craig Wedren reflects on his rise to fame in the D.C. hardcore scene, blending together punk rock, spirituality, and healing.  In this episode, Chris and Craig converse about: From punk rock roots to a spiritual path: how Craig’s musical journey shaped his creative and personal life Craig’s first exposure to meditation in his 20s The origins of music, sound, and vibration  How m...

Blending together hardcore punk and spirituality, Ray Cappo inspires listeners to deflate the ego and serve something bigger than themselves. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Ray delve into: The powerful intersection between hardcore punk an...

Teaching us to relax back into being held by spaciousness, Lama Rod Owens discusses the forces that help us remember real love, awakened freedom, and who we truly are.  In this episode of the Indie Spiritualist Podcast, Chris and Lama Rod explore: The practice and embodiment of real love as revolutionary Transcending violence and harm and the yearning for all to be free Holding brokenheartedn...

Paul Levy, a pioneer in spiritual emergence, chats with Chris Grosso about the concept of Wetiko and healing our collective malady. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, Chris and Paul explore: The diagnosis of our collective malady and defining Wetiko Wak...

Certified sound healer Kelvin Young joins Chris Grosso to discuss how to find freedom within institutions and systems. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Kelvin explore: Kelvin’s first encounter with holistic healing in the...

Psychologist Tori Olds helps listeners unravel inner landscapes by examining emotions, identity, and the patterns in our lives. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, Chris and Tori explore: Tori’s early interest in emotions and psychology Interfacing with...

Diving into the meaning of existential kink, Dr. Carolyn Lovewell joins Chris Grosso to discuss unlocking our unconscious desires. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Dr. Lovewell discuss: The meaning of existential kink The...

Reflecting on our ability to peacefully coexist, Nina Rao and Krishna Das join Chris Grosso to talk politics, practice, and more. This week, Chris, Krishna Das, and Nina all converge upon: Maharaj-ji’s response to being visited by politicians Keeping the heart calm and open regardless of what is happening around us Recognizing everyone as a part of our own selves Coexisting with all beings, human...

Calling attention to the healing properties of psychedelics, author and therapist Sean Lawlor talks with Chris about his new book,  Psychedelic Revival. Grab your copy of  Psychedelic Revival: Toward a New Paradigm of Healing   HERE Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your bes...

Through the inspiration of Sufism, Matt Winkley describes how he merged the business world with spirituality to form heart-centered companies and find financial freedom. This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Matt and Chris chat about: Matt’s youth and leaving for California with only the shirt on his back Building his own business out of his apartment Getting below the hood of pain How meeting a Su...

Encouraging listeners to examine their relationships with death and endings, Frank Ostaseski and Chris Grosso talk about living fully. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. In this deep conversation, Chris and Frank Ostaseski go over: Death, dying, and what we can learn...

Come hang out with Chris Grosso and Brian Fair from the band Shadows Fall as they chat about life, meditation, and the golden eras of skateboarding and punk rock. Today’s episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, Chris and Brian dive into:  The new wave of skateb...

In an enthralling discussion on the archetypes, myths, and symbols within the 12-step recovery program, Kikan Massara joins Chris Grosso. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at  betterhelp.com/beherenow  and get on your way to being your best self. This time on The Indie Spiritualist, Chris and Kikan dive into:  A.A. and Chris’s journey with recov...

In a politically charged return to the Indie Spiritualist Podcast, Chris Grosso sits down with John Fugelsang to talk about finding humor as a weapon against the world's chaos. In this episode, Chris Grosso and John Fugelsang converse about: - Politics, the state of the world, and Joe Biden’s accomplishments Spiritual and emotional burnout preventing us from looking at global suffering - The frigh...

Legendary artists, Allyson and Alex Grey join Chris in conversation around Ram Dass, psychedelics, spirituality, and Entheon—their new visionary art sanctuary & interfaith temple. Visionary artists, wise psychonauts, and podcasters, Allyson and Alex Grey are co-founders & Ministers of CoSM, the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors , a transformational art based non-profit which grew into an interfaith...

Chris Grosso welcomes director Sebastian Siegel for a conversation about his new movie, Grace and Grit , which is based on the book by philosopher Ken Wilber.  Sebastian Siegel is a British-American director, producer, screenwriter and author. His modes of storytelling range from filmmaking to contemporary art and psychology. His latest movie, Grace and Grit , is now available to stream on Am...

Hardcore Zen master, Brad Warner, rejoins Chris for a talk on death, discernment, cosmic meaning, Zen Buddhism, and making sure your crazy wisdom isn't too crazy. Brad Warner is the author of Letters to a Dead Friend About Zen and numerous other titles including Don't Be a Jerk , Hardcore Zen , and Sit Down and Shut Up: Punk Rock Commentaries on Buddha, God, Truth, Sex, Death, and Dogen's Treasury...