Life, Death & The Space Between with Dr. Amy Robbins

I sat down with my friend, Dr. Anna Yusim, a Stanford and Yale-trained psychiatrist, to explore what happens when science and spirituality meet in the therapy room. We talk about her unexpected psychic awakening, how she integrates soul-level work with patients, and the groundbreaking research happening now at Yale. This conversation is a masterclass on seeing mental health through a wider, more m...

It’s our eighth season, and this year feels like a powerful turning point—for the podcast and for me. I’m clearer than ever about weaving spirituality into the heart of our conversations, especially around mental health and living fully. Let’s talk about where we’ve been, where we’re going, and what I believe we all need more of in 2026. 00:00 Welcome & Podcast Milestones 02:21 A Personal &amp...

Anxiety isn't a monster to fight—it's a message you've been misreading. For decades, we've treated the symptoms and missed the roots. In this conversation with therapist Noelle McWard Aquino, we break down the three specific root causes of all anxiety. When you discover your type, everything clicks. You'll get real strategies that go to the core, so you can finally understand the signal and recove...

What happens when a rigorous quantum physicist has a profound spiritual awakening? My guest, Dr. Rulin Xiu, was a string theorist searching for the grand unification equation when a direct experience of divine love in Hawaii transformed her understanding of reality. We break down the complex science of vibrations and the unified field into practical wisdom, revealing how your soul, heart, and mind...

Today I host Scott Britton, a former tech entrepreneur who sold his company to Salesforce, to talk about a journey you rarely hear about: a profound spiritual and Kundalini awakening that hit him in the middle of his high-pressure career. We discuss why success and spirituality don't have to be separate paths, how he navigated years of spontaneous energy movements while running a business, and the...

Having a conversation with Carl Greer feels like receiving a masterclass in the architecture of the soul. Here was a successful businessman who, in midlife, answered a profound call to become a Jungian analyst and shamanic practitioner. In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful synergy between Jungian psychology and shamanism. Carl shares how these paths offer unique tools to access inner wi...

Is it really possible to choose joy after the death of a child? My conversation with Melissa Hull is a profound testament that it is. She reveals how a miraculous letter became her lifeline and how she made the intentional, daily choice to heal, using everything from 15-minute gratitude practices to Reiki and painting. Her story isn't about moving on, but about moving forward with love, and buildi...

In this episode, I sit down with Gerard Powell, a man who had it all from the outside—multimillions, fast cars, and luxury homes—but was utterly broken inside. After decades of self-destruction, and two suicide attempts, even intensive therapy couldn't reach the root of his pain. In a final, desperate act, he turned to plant medicine. What happened there didn't just save his life; it revealed a ch...

I sit down with Dr. David Rosmarin, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and a pioneer bridging the worlds of spirituality and clinical psychology. We explore a powerful, yet often ignored, truth in mental health: that for many, emotional distress is a crisis of meaning and spirit. David shares the fascinating research from his work at McLean Hospital, and we tackle the tough questions...

I sat down with Matt Cooke, a former corporate real estate professional who became a globally recognized manifestation coach after a profound spiritual awakening connected him with his late mother. In this conversation, we move beyond theory into the mechanics of how consciousness shapes reality. Matt breaks down the science of manifestation, from quantum observation and probabilistic universes to...

I loved this conversation with psychic medium Travis Holp , author of Are You There, Spirit? It’s Me, Travis. In this episode, we dive into how he connects with Spirit, how neuroscience is validating his process, and how therapy, sobriety, and spirituality all work together for true healing. We talk about coming out as a medium, what Spirit really feels like, and how to recognize guidance beyond s...

In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author John Strelecky for one of the most captivating conversations we've ever had on the podcast. We explore his book,  The Cafe on the Edge of the World , which he channeled in a powerful 21-day download. John opens up about his profound personal journey, the "cosmic algorithm" that guides our lives, and the three simple yet life-altering questio...

I never expected this conversation to take the turn it did. When Niko Kapoutsos—a former New York contractor turned trance medium—started explaining how our essence exists outside our bodies and demonstrated real-time trance connection, I knew we were exploring uncharted territory. In this profound episode, we move beyond traditional mediumship to explore trance mediumship's transformative potenti...

I never take it for granted when pioneers in this field grace our show. Having Dr. Raymond Moody, who coined the term 'near-death experience,' and his longtime co-author Paul Perry back on the podcast feels like a homecoming. In this profound conversation, we move beyond the stories and into the concepts, examining the accumulated evidence and the philosophical shifts needed to finally accept what...

 I sat down with bestselling author and behavioral change expert Karen Salmansohn for a conversation that will change how you think about your life and your death. We went deep on mortality awareness, the "near-life" experience so many of us are stuck in, and how to use the end of life as a powerful tool to live more boldly and authentically right now. Karen shares her incredibly practical fr...

I never expected this conversation to take the turn it did. When Mory Fontanez—a former crisis manager for Fortune 500 companies—shared how she traded external validation for inner wisdom, I knew we were diving into uncharted territory. In this episode, we explore what intuition really sounds like, how to distinguish it from fear, and why reconnecting with yourself is the most practical leadership...

I felt completely disconnected, doing everything "right" but feeling a million miles from my soul. Sound familiar? In this profound conversation, my earth angel Ashley George reveals how she broke through that spiritual emptiness to awaken her ability to communicate with angels. We talk about the real, raw journey of spiritual awakening, how our energy directly impacts our children, and how to fin...

I never expected this conversation to take the turn it did. When Yosi Amram—a leadership expert who’s coached Fortune 500 CEOs—shared how a single massage unraveled his reality and launched a spiritual awakening that cost him his company, I knew we were diving into uncharted territory. In this episode, we explore spiritual intelligence, the fine line between spiritual emergence and emergency, and...

Today, I sit down with  psychic medium MaryAnn DiMarco  to explore how we can all develop deeper connections with our  spirit guides . MaryAnn brings her incredible gift of making the spiritual accessible as we discuss how to recognize guidance in everyday life, differentiate between ego and intuition, and develop practices that help us commune with our spiritual team. She shares po...

What if every coincidence was a message from a loved one? In this episode, I talk with the incredible medium Barbra Banner, who simplifies how spirit communicates with us. She shares profound stories that will make you rethink every sign you've ever received. If you've ever struggled to trust your intuition or wondered if a loved one is trying to connect, this conversation is for you. Barbra cuts...

After months of anticipation, I finally sat down with Wall Street Journal bestselling author and modern mystic Moshe Gersht. We explore his journey from rock band stages to spiritual awakening in Jerusalem—and how crisis, synchronicity, and the 'Three Conditions' (intention, joy, certainty) reshape our connection to the divine. If you’ve ever questioned what true success means or how to recognize...

Ever feel disconnected from your inner guidance? Today, I welcome back renowned medium and spiritual teacher Carole Obley to explore  The Art of Sensing —demystifying intuition, soul connection, and navigating life's chaos. We break down the critical difference between everyday 'gut feelings' and profound spiritual intuition, why your ego isn’t the enemy, and practical steps to tap into your...

Today I welcome physicist Dr. Tiffeny Todd to bridge science and spirit like never before. We explore how quantum physics explains consciousness surviving death, why birds sense magnetic fields (and how loved ones send signs), and the 'quantum antenna' in our cells. If you’ve ever wondered how thoughts interact with matter or why mediums receive accurate information, this conversation reshapes wha...

I sat down with hospice nurse Julie McFadden to explore the profound intersection of biology and spirituality in dying. Julie’s viral insights demystify death, revealing how our bodies intuitively prepare for transition—and why mystical experiences like shared death encounters transform fear into awe. We discuss her book Nothing to Fear, the power of contemplating mortality, and how hospice care r...

Ever wonder how your birth chart reveals your soul’s purpose? I sat down with astrologer Stevie Calista to decode astrology’s role in therapy, generational healing, and navigating cosmic shifts like solar flares and the Age of Aquarius. We explore why your North Node matters more than your sun sign, how soul contracts shape your life path, and why therapists are using astrology now. If you’ve felt...