MindBody Matters

On this episode of MindBodyMatters, we'll discuss bipolar II, a book by Sara Schley “Brainstorm: From Broken to Blessed on The Bipolar Spectrum” and her new documentary, “BrainStorm: The Film.” ON MARCH 30, 2026 WORLD BIPOLAR DAY THERE'S A GLOBAL VIRTUAL SCREENING of “BrainStorm: The Film” co-written and co-produced by Sara Schley. See the film and a live panel discussion and audience Q&A with...

In this episode of MindBody Matters , Greg is joined by former lead of "Beware of Darkness" Kyle Nikolaides, who had a major hit in 2013 with "Howl". He is also an author and in the interview shares his journey through music, depression, and healing. He discusses the creation of new music which features songs intended for use in Ayahausca medicine ceremonies. Kyle reflects on his struggles with de...

In this episode of MindBody Matters, host and Psychotherapist Greg Rennie talks with Dr. Les Cole, psychotherapist and author of The Ketamine Effect. Drawing on data from over 1,000 clients who have received ketamine-assisted therapy, Dr. Cole explains how this medicine can help people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health challenges. He explores the neuroscience of ke...

In this episode of MindBody Matters, host and Psychotherapist Greg Rennie speaks with Sandra Steiner about the powerful connection between exercise and mental health. Sandra opens up about her personal journey with bipolar disorder, sharing how movement became a cornerstone for mood regulation, resilience, and emotional balance. Together, they explore the science of neuroplasticity, how exercise s...

In this episode of MindBody Matters, host and Psychotherapist Greg Rennie speaks with author and blogger Brian Sachetta about his profound ayahuasca experience and the lessons it offered in healing, identity, and self-discovery. Brian opens up about confronting his past struggles with anxiety and depression, the emotional depth of the ceremony, and how integration and vulnerability became key to h...

In this episode of MindBody Matters, host and Psychotherapist Greg Rennie sits down with Dr. Mandeep Singh, an Integrative Psychiatrist, to explore the evolving landscape of MDMA-assisted therapy for mental health, particularly PTSD. Dr. Singh shares his personal journey into integrative psychiatry, the fascinating history of MDMA, and the current legal and research challenges surrounding its medi...

March 30 is World Bipolar Day and Vincent Van Gogh's birthday (who had untreated bipolar disorder in the late 1880s). On this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg Rennie interviews author, motivational speaker and bipolar disorder advocate, Sandra Steiner who lives with bipolar disorder. Sandra and Greg discuss the importance of World Bipolar Day and its focus on improving awareness of bipolar and to...

On this episode, Greg Rennie talks with author, coach and blogger, Brian Sachetta about his two books and his brand "Get Out of Your Head". The focus of this episode is 10 tactics you can use to manage anxiety included in his first book "Get Out of Your Head: A Toolkit for Living with and Overcoming Anxiety. His follow-up book is "Get Out of Your Head: Navigating the Abyss of Depression. MindBody...

On this episode of MindBody Matters, Greg Rennie hosts his first solo episode as co-host Rob Wreford has left the podcast to focus on his voice artist/voice actor career. Greg interviews author Mary Beth O'Connor and they discuss her memoir "From Judge to Junkie: One Woman's Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction available from Amazon. Mary Beth discusses her past life of an addiction to crystal meth,...

On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview Grammy Award winner and author John Novello. In a captivating interview with bestselling author John Novello, we delve into the extraordinary journey of a man whose life has been guided by an enigmatic voice since the tender age of three. This mysterious presence, aptly named “The Invisible Architect,” has been a constant source of inspiration and g...

On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview author Leif Gregersen who lives with Schizoaffective Disorder and as an author has published a dozen books on mental health, poems and on other subjects. We discuss what a delusion and psychosis are. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast. If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website:...

On this episode of MindBody Matters we interview a seasoned traveler and entrepreneur, Jamie Meyer who shares her experience of having an eating disorder when younger and the point at which she changed her perception of self and later in life built an award winning company, Nine Carat. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast. If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about spons...

This week on Mind Body Matters Greg interviews Glenn Livingston, Ph. D. who holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. He is the author of “Defeat Your Cravings.” You may have seen his previous work, theories, and research in major periodicals like The New York Tim...

On MindBody Matters this week, Greg interviews Kelly Kirk who has worked for the Washington Redskins and has a degree from George Mason University and certifications in Personal Training, Nutrition and Public Speaking and Keto Coaching. Kelly has been teaching and coaching people on healthy Keto and intermittent fasting for over three years, with almost 200 clients, ranging from soccer moms to pro...

Sean Robinson is an author and speaker who focuses on self-improvement, mindset shifting and habit forming. He works in the construction industry, and is a volunteer firefighter. Going Dry: My Path to Overcoming Habitual Drinking is his first book. Greg Rennie interviews Sean on this episode of MindBody Matters. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast. If you would like to be a guest on the sho...

Comedian Frank King was a writer for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and came up the ranks in the 80s comedy clubs with Robin Williams, Norm McDonald and Adam Sandler. Frank is our guest this week on MindBody Matters. Billed as the "Mental Health Comedian", Frank King is a well known speaker and coach. Greg Rennie asks Frank about what is considered funny or offensive as comedians are having diffic...

In this episode Greg interviews Suzanne Casamento about her personal experience with Lyme Disease and her healing journey that was supported by the use of a PEMF unit. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast. If you would like to be a guest on the show or to inquire about sponsorship/advertising, go to our website: mb-matters.com Artwork for MindBody Matters created by artist Mel Coleman ⁠ http...

Thandi Montgomery was diagnosed with Stage 1B breast cancer in 2021, fought and won the battle after 4 surgeries, 16 rounds of chemo, and 30 days of radiation. Thandi is recognized for her unwavering commitment to women’s health, wellness, and self-discovery. She has been a guest on CBS News, Fox News and in 2023 was chosen to be included in Dallas Cowboys Star Survivor Experience. MindBody Matter...

Can we choose peace instead of pain? In this episode we discuss chronic pain and a spiritual method to detach and change our relationship with physical pain. Join us for our interview with Meera Ishaya, author of "Peace or Pain: Discovering the Unbroken You and Changing Your Relationship with Pain" and "Surrender is Good for The Soul: The Art of Surrendering To Gain Fulfilment in Life". MindBody M...

Emmy-winning TV producer of Survivor, Maria Baltazzi is our guest on this episode of MindBody Matters. Maria was also executive producer on TLC's record-breaking "Sarah Palin's Alaska" which debuted at 5 million viewers. Greg talks to Maria about her experiences on Survivor, the behaviour of the contestants and how they influenced her to reflect on her life and later on, write the book, "Take a Sh...

Author Danny Covey joins Greg Rennie on the podcast this week. Danny had his first heart surgery when he was 18 months old. In his youth, Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies inspired his dream to have a black belt in martial arts despite 8 heart surgeries, almost dying on the operating table and living with a mechanical valve in his heart keeping him alive. MindBody Matters is a Graype Media podcast....

Alice Grasset shares her personal journey of healing from breast cancer and her participation in a groundbreaking psilocybin clinical trial at the Sunstone Therapies Clinic in Maryland (CEO, Dr. Manish Agrawal) and was a client of Dr. Brian Richards. Brian and his father Dr. Bill Richards are featured in a recent Netflix show, How to Change Your Mind hosted by Michael Pollan (actress Tracy Pollan'...

Greg interviews Drew Bankey from “Sacred Journeys Within”, an Ayahuasca ceremony he leads in Colorado. Drew shares his experience in the military and the impact of two tours in the Iraq war had on his life as it resulted in PTSD, suicidality and loss of purpose until he met Ayahuasca. Drew and his family were on a recent episode of the TV show, "Homestead Rescue" and got help to build a place for...

n this episode, Greg interviews Brent Webb, an acclaimed mind power expert and personal empowerment speaker. He has headlined his own programs at hotels, resorts, casinos, cruise ships, and colleges, and has created seminars and training programs for Fortune 500 corporations including Google, Ford Motor Company, Nabisco, and Hilton Hotels. Brent has worked with superstars like Joan Rivers, Chaka K...

Steve Martin is on our show this week (not that Steve Martin). Stephen Hawley Martin author and radio host shares his personal story of an out of body experience and the discussions he's had over the years as a radio show host when he interviewed members of the government Stargate program, Edgar Casey's son, physicists and those with personal experience of a near death experience also known as NDE...