Soma Collective Podcast

Welcome to the Soma collective podcast. Today, we're joined by Simon Hill , author of the book " The Proof is in the Plants " and host of the hugely popular podcast " The Proof ". Simon and Peter are here to talk with us about the biggest levers for healthspan and longevity, and how diet, exercise and lifestyle choices can offset genetic predispositions. We'll also be discussing autophagy (cell re...

Join Peter as he is given a tour de force into the Taoist Tonic Herbalism by the irrepressible founder of Superfeast, Mason Taylor.  Combining the ancient Chinese art of living - Taoism, with the power of mushrooms to heal, balance and enlighten. This podcast explores ways to combine these two elements to  live with greater Shen, Qi and Jing which are the pillars of healthy body and spirit.

On this episode of the Soma Collective podcast , Gary sits down with Peter before his jiu-jitsu competition to explore the shadow of striving to achieve . They discuss how competition in any context can bring up struggles around desire, ego, mental/physical challenge and fears. It can be difficult to let go, manage our self-talk and reframe our thinking. This cast is not just for athletes. We chal...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Sam Elsom , CEO and Founder of Seaforest , in front of a live audience in the Soma Dome. Sam is an outstanding individual devoted to mass cultivating a very old solution to climate change: seaweed . Asparagopsis, a native seaweed that can reduce livestock methane emission by up to 90%, is at the heart of what Seaforest does. Through cutting-edge science, ma...

When Ellie McGovern and Dylan Rowe quit their day jobs to travel the world searching for waves, what they found turned out to be more than just an extended vacation; it connected them with a greater purpose: making sure the locals they met along the way had clean water, something we often take for granted.   In this episode, Peter explores how they turned a problem into a movement and how they hav...

The potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelic are not only fascinating, they're scientifically promising. They've been used in spiritual ceremonies for thousands of years, but the West is only just beginning to uncover what these substances could do. In this cast, Peter sits down with PSYLO Co-Funders Joshua Ismin and Dr Sam Banister to discuss the scientific evidence behind these substances a...

Is ageing inevitable? Breakthrough science is showing us that ageing can be slowed down. In this episode of the Soma Collective podcast, Peter and Gary share their perspectives on the concept of ageing. From a scientific point of view and the healing effects of Ayurveda on our body and mind and how to be in your best shape at every stage of your life.

In this episode of the Soma Podcast, Gary and Peter talk about the flood that recently hit the Northern Rivers region in New South Wales causing massive damage to property, land and livelihoods. There are many people who now have to deal with the mental trauma associated with this disaster. Many of these individuals face losses in their emotional, financial and physical capacities to function norm...

In this episode we sit down with Ella Noah Bancroft in front of a live audience in the Soma dome. Indigenous change-maker, artist, storyteller, mentor and founder of "The Returning" and Yhi Collective, Ella is an active advocate for The Decolonisation movement.   She is a widely respected amongst her community and believes in local communities with local economies as a way to find hope for the hea...

Get ready to learn the story of Flow Hive — and to fall in love with bees. Today we have the absolute pleasure to chat with Stuart Anderson and Mirabai Nicholson-McKellar of Flow Hive. Flow Hive is an Australian startup that has created a buzz in the beekeeping community and beyond, an incredible invention that has revolutionised beekeeping in this country and all around the world. Stuart along wi...

In this episode of the Soma Collective podcast, Gary Gorrow sits down with Dr Arne Rubenstein. Dr Arne Rubinstein is an expert on adolescent development, with 30 years' experience as a doctor, counsellor, mentor, speaker and workshop facilitator. His Rite of Passage programs and seminars are designed to support boys and girls to successfully make a safe, healthy transition from children to young a...

Linguist, author and film maker, Helena Norberg-Hodge is the founder and director of the international non-profit organisation, Local Futures, a pioneer of the new economy movement, and the convenor of World Localization Day . She is the author of several books, including 'Ancient Futures: Learning from Ladakh' , an eye-opening tale of tradition and change in Ladakh, or "Little Tibet". Together wi...

This episode of the Soma Collective podcast is a blast from the past conversation Gary had with Thom Knoles a few years ago at the Bondi Pavillion. Thom first learned meditation in the 60's with Maharishi who is the guru which popularised   Vedic Meditation to the west. For over 40 years, Thom has personally taught meditation, Vedic philosophy, and applied spirituality to over 40,000 students worl...

In this episode of the Soma Collective podcast, Gary sits down with Matthew Bourke of Optimum Essentials. Matthew is the founder and director of Optimum Health Essentials and specialises in Chiropractic, Applied Kinesiology, Neuro Emotional Technique, Neurolinguistic Programming (Master Practitioner), Positive Psychology, Peak Performance, Functional Biochemistry and Breath Enhancement Training. H...

This week's podcast features Gary and Peter discussing the elephant in the room of the COVID 19 outbreak; mental health.  As a collective, we have been forced to modify the way we live, work, and interact in society. For some, this period has meant overwork and burnout; for others, it has meant a loss of connection, purpose, and freedom. Mental health is misunderstood in western societies even in...

This episode of the Soma Collective podcast explores the concept of Wealth.   Gary & Peter unpack what constitutes wealth in a modern society, such as financial freedom, health and time.   We delve into Gary's journey of overcoming limiting beliefs around finance and Peter's long term strategy on wealth creation and impact investing.   All this within the back drop of the economic constraints that...

This episode of the Soma Collective podcast explores the Art & Science of Creativity.  Gary & Peter explore a broader definition of creativity and the importance of variables such as combinatory play, discipline, utilising constraints and explore role models of creativity such as comedian John Cleese, Steve Jobs and Albert Einstein.  

In this episode we explore Indigenous Wisdom and Culture with Jarmbi, a regional custodian of the Northern Rivers. Through his own journey of healing and deep connection with culture and spirit, Jarmbi guides people to the natural wisdom of who they are through culturally informed teaching. An experience that left us all deeply shifted in heart, mind and soul.

Melissa Ambrosini sits Gary Gorrow for her podcast " The Melissa Ambrosini Show ". A powerful mix of interviews with the biggest thought leaders and experts in the world. Gary's message is simple but life changing. He says that there is incredible power in getting present, and that this power is accessible to ALL of us — no matter how time-poor or stressed you may be, and no matter how many times...

Tamara Dean  is a critically acclaimed photo media artist working in photography, installation, moving imagery and performance art. Her works explore such themes as the tender relationship between humans and the natural world, the role of ritual in daily life as well as the fragility of our precious planet. Tamara studied at the College of Fine Arts and went on to work as a photojournalist before...

On this week's show we have Deborah Sams co-founder and creative director of sustainable fashion brand Bassike.   We feel that Bassike and Soma are kindred spirits with our shared enjoyment of uncomplicated, yet elegant design. We delve into the origin story of Bassike and the influences that have shaped the sustainable ethos of the brand.   As a student of Gary's and an attendee of Soma's first A...

Stephen Dupont is an Australian photographer, artist and documentary filmmaker. He  is recognised around the world for his unique vision and concerned photography on the human condition, war and climate. His images have received international acclaim for their artistic integrity and valuable insight into the people, culture and communities that are fast disappearing from our world. Dupont's work h...

  Damon Gameau is an award winning film director, producer, storyteller, author and activist. In 2015, he released his debut feature documentary  That Sugar Film , which became the highest grossing Australian documentary of all time. It's been released in over 25 territories and picked up a host of awards around the world. His accompanying campaign book,  That Sugar Book , was a best seller in Aus...

Time is a one of the fundamental fields that create the universe as we know it. In this show Peter & Gary explore our understanding of where humans sit on the cosmic clock of 13.8 billion years, the legends of time travelling Vedic masters and the confronting reality of the limited time we have left and what we should do with it.

This weeks guest Mike Lee has transitioned from world ranked boxer who has fought in front of millions of people to CBD entrepreneur who has used the constraint of his own personal battle with chronic pain caused by autoimmune disease to become the catalyst for his own evolution and the launch of his company Soul CBD. In a wide ranging conversation we discuss developing a champion mindset, coming...