Listen To Nothing

In this Between Guests reflection, our host pauses in the space between conversations to explore something many of us are quietly carrying: fear — and what lives beneath it. When the world feels loud, uncertain, and demanding, fear often shows up as urgency, control, and the pressure to fix ourselves or get it right. This piece isn't here to offer solutions. It's here to offer a pause. Through gen...

Between guest conversations, Listen To Nothing offers space for reflection. In this short solo episode, Shukin Mark Moderski shares  Not Here To Be Optimized —a reflection on being human in a world that prioritizes productivity, efficiency, and constant self-improvement. This episode explores: Why burnout isn't a character flaw How anxiety may be information, not pathology The difference between f...

In Episode 9 of Listen to Nothing , I'm joined by Alan Cohen ,  https://www.alancohen.com , beloved author of 33 books including A Course in Miracles Made Easy . Alan describes himself as "a spiritual being going through a material experience" and shares the timeless message at the heart of his work: life flows best when we relax, trust, and choose love over fear . In this conversation we explore:...

In Episode 8 of the Listen to Nothing podcast, Shukin Mark welcomes Miwa Mack, founder of the Boulder Psychic Institute https://boulderpsychicinstitute.org , for a captivating conversation about what it truly means to be psychic. Together, they explore the world of intuition and energy, diving into the "Clairs"—clairvoyance, clairsentience, clairaudience, and claircognizance—and how these abilitie...

In this episode of Listen To Nothing , I sit down with Ally Schillinger, an extraordinary waterwoman with a deep passion for the ocean. Ally shares her journey from competitive swimming to exploring the world of surfing and long-distance paddling. We dive into her love for the water, the challenges she's faced, and the unique perspective she brings to life through her connection with the ocean. Wh...

n this enlightening episode of "Listen To Nothing," we sit down with my neighbor Bo, Greg Bowman, an esteemed educator and author, to explore the profound impact of joy in the classroom. Bo shares his journey into teaching, his unique philosophy of 'staying green,' and the inspiration behind his beloved books, "Leilani Blessed and Grateful" and "Teaching Joy: Creating a Joyful Middle School Classr...

In this episode of "Listen To Nothing," we dive deep into the life and practice of Shinko Andreas Hagn, founder and teacher of Daijihi, a Soto Zen sangha in Vienna, Austria. Shinko shares his transformative journey to Zen, detailing his beginnings in 2009, his ordination as a Zen priest in 2019, and his profound work as a prison chaplain and with the homeless community. Our conversation uncovers t...

In this episode of "Listen to Nothing," we sit down with the extraordinary Jeremy Morgan, a renowned artist and educator with over three decades of teaching experience at the San Francisco Art Institute. Join us as we delve into Jeremy's profound insights on the intersection of art, art history, and spirituality. We share personal anecdotes that highlight the transformative power of art in our liv...

In Episode 3 of 'Listen to Nothing,' we sit down with Grant 'Higamonster' Higa, a legendary powerlifter and strongman competitor, to delve into his philosophy of 'organized chaos,' the importance of mental toughness, and the values of accountability and putting family first. Grant shares insights from his incredible journey in the world of strength training, the lessons he's learned along the way,...

Join us in this enlightening episode of 'Listen To Nothing' as we dive deep with Diana M. Corbin, a celebrated open water swimmer known for completing the daunting Triple Crown of Swimming. In this interview, Diana shares her inspiring journey into the world of open water swimming, revealing the physical and emotional challenges she faced and overcame. From her early days of getting into the sport...

Welcome to the debut episode of "Listen to Nothing," a podcast series where we dive into the lives of everyday people doing extraordinary things. In this episode, we sit down with Scott Bass, creator of The Boardroom Show and a passionate waterman. Scott shares his journey in the world of surfing, discussing how it all began, the trials and tribulations along the way, and the spiritual connections...