Spiritual Asshole

Spoiler alert: it's your habits. Brendan sits down with Eric Zimmer, speaker, behavior coach and host of the very popular podcast, "The One You Feed." The two discuss what's really holding you back from making positive changes in your life, the importance of small steps, why New Years Resolutions don't pan out, and why drinking green juice out of a Pringles can is very spi...

Brendan talks with the "real life Hitch," Thomas Edwards Jr. And just like the movie, once you're done listening to this episode, you'll believe in love again and want to hug Kevin James. Thomas Edwards Jr. is a renowned life and relationship coach. Brendan and Thomas discuss how to turn your life into a game, the absolute essential importance of fun and why pickup lines only w...

It's the Michael Jordan of Couples Episode! Brendan talks with the incredible, expert couples therapist, Dr. Sarah Schewitz of Couples Learn, about the state of modern relationships. The duo dives deep into the importance of healing trauma from your childhood why it affects your choice of a partner. They also discuss how couples get can unstuck in negative patterns, positive and affirming wor...

Brendan sits down with renowned (36 years later, still can't spell that word) author, speaker and energy coach, Amy B. Scher. The two discuss the importance of removing blocks that hinder your growth, how to calm down from a panic attack and the best way to be spiritual in a world that looks like it's on fire. This episode is like a very good hug.  Support the show

In a very cool example of Chicago-based universal forces aligning, Brendan talks to the powerhouse duo of JT Nero and Allison Russell, from one of the hottest up-and-coming bands, the Birds of Chicago. The real-life married duo talk about thriving as a couple despite spending every minute together, creativity in the time of quarantine, singing the new "Freebird," and completely solve rel...

Butterfly the sky, I can go twice as high. Brendan takes a sweet ride on the Reading Rainbow with Nick Flynn, virtuoso author, poet and speaker. Known for his dynamic, brutally honest memoir, "Another Bullshit Night in Suck City," the duo talk about the dangers of using art as therapy, using sadness to develop empathy and getting lost in the woods with your wild, wild self. It's jus...

In the most personal podcast in history, Brendan interviews Emily Murphy, a person he went on a few dates with before COVID-19, and then ended up spending every day of the quarantine together. The two dive deep into it and talk about how they met, their quarantine journey from Brooklyn to New Jersey to Florida, why they've been able to finally enjoy the moment, why some couples are thriving d...

Brendan gets to the good stuff with Ellie Bassick-Trovato, writer, women's empowerment coach and speaker. The two discuss overcoming extremely hard obstacles like loss and death, the real differences between men and women and why "emotion is not an emergency." So cool your road rage bro and prepare to feel pretty damn good.  Support the show

Brendan talks with Patty Dominguez, dynamic life coach, speaker, marketer and recovering corporate person who is proudly no longer a former shell of herself. Patty and Brendan discuss why it's not supposed to be so damn HARD, why the ego is THE bitch and the transformational belief of why working hard does not mean having more money. So let's get rich and do nothing damn it. Support the...

Let's talk about sex...and not feel like huge dirty balls of shame. Brendan sits down with the amazing Logan Levkoff , relationship, parenting and sex expert who's been featured on The Today Show, Good Morning America and CBS’ The Early Show. The two discuss why sex is often seen as shameful (especially in religion), the weirdness of gender norms, the keys to a good relationship and why...

Sit back, find your center and throw your shit out...or also maybe not. Brendan talks with multitalented Feng Shui expert and yoga instructor, Kyle Freeman. The two discuss how to balance your home, especially during a quarantine, why your home is always giving back to you what you put into it, and why you should never sleep pushed up against a wall.  Support the show

Brendan talks with one of his low-key idols, Elliot LaRue, singer, dancer and MC of Daybreaker (the incredible, wild, fun, very early morning dance experience). The two bros talk the spiritual benefits of dancing, how Daybreaker got started, why white people can in fact dance, and why it's ok to embrace your spiritual dark side. You will leave this interview ready for any dance circle.  Suppo...

Brendan sits down with a multi-faceted spiritual warrior...literally. Paul Alexander is an acupuncturist and practicing shaman, who's also a marital artist that knows how to kick people but doesn't because he's a nice person. The duo talk about the amazing healing power of acupuncture, the myth of needle pain, and how to find the good in times of crisis.  Support the show

Brendan speaks with powerhouse relationship and dating coach, (and one of the coolest names on the planet), Lisa Concepcion. The two discuss the spiritual side of modern dating as well as ghostaphobia, online dating profile tips, why marriage vows are stupid and how to survive a quarantine with your significant other. Spoiler alert: it's sex...classic.  Support the show

Brendan welcomes very special guest, Maggi Van Dorn, podcast producer at Sirius Satellite Radio as well as a producer on "Spiritual Asshole," and she has a Masters of Divinity from Harvard University (I heard through a friend, that's a good school).  The two discuss the best spiritual practices to get through the coronavirus, the right balance between staying informed and losing you...

Brendan puts down the Milk Duds and takes a spiritual look at the coronavirus. And then he does an incredible deep dive with health coach/acupuncturist Andrea Henkels on how to follow your dreams despite immense rejection and criticism. The spiritual heroes talk about how to pursue an unconventional career and the criticism that comes with it, even when it's from the people who love you the m...

Brendan sits down with Feng shui expert and powerhouse life coach, Bryce Kennedy. The two dope bros talk about playing small and how to beat it, the importance of throwing out 50% of your shit and finding out who is the real leader of your life. This episode will make you want to start throwing your things out the window at random strangers, start new amazing habits, and paint your walls in French...

Brendan speaks with his longtime energy and life coach, Vivienne Gerard , to talk about energy healing, getting clear in your power and how to get past old blocks. The two energy heroes discuss the process of energy healing and tools you can use to empower yourself. You will also be 100 percent be calmer just by listening to Viv's voice so just listen dude! Support the show

Brendan sits down with licensed EMDR therapist and mental health counselor Lindsey Pratt, to talk about EMDR therapy and the best ways to deal with trauma. They dissect EMDR: how it works, where did it come from, and describe how it can effectively cure almost any trauma. And despite the previous sentences in this description, the episode is actually very funny. Plus they play in sand!  Support th...

Brendan takes "Spiritual Asshole" on the road to Frederick, Maryland for a LIVE episode taped at the Cellar Door right after a sold-out comedy show. Brendan is joined by lifelong comedian friend Lance Weiss, comedian Ryan Neser, and special guest Cara Beverage (real name, real person) who is a massage therapist. The group talks about the important of relaxing, New Year's resolutions...

Brendan sits down with Jesse Israel the founder of the wildly successful mass meditation group, "The Big Quiet," and Medi Club. The spiritual bros talk about the power of community, sitting in silence in some incredible places, and how meditation can even cure your wang. Jesse dives into his journey from manager of the band MGMT to what it's like going on tour with Oprah. You don&ap...

Brendan sits down with comedian and overall general mastermind Myq Kaplan ( The Tonight Show , Late Night with Seth Myers ), to talk about his experiences doing ayahuasca. The two spiritual funny bros (*tm) dive into the myths and stigma around the plant as well as talk about how to treat overall enlightenment as a day-to-day journey. Spoiler alert: it's easy.     Support the show

In what comes dangerously close to resembling a Make-A-Wish, Brendan sits down with the band Seryn, who's hit song, "Mausoleum," is the title track of THIS podcast. Brendan talks with the creative team behind Seryn, Trenton Wheeler and Nathan James Allen, about going for it, Nashville bachelorette parties, Happy Meals, spirituality in music and why Christian rock sucks.  Support the...

Take a deep breathe...close your eyes...inhale...and listen to this podcast as loud as humanly possible! Brendan speaks one of the leading minds on modern meditation, Suze Yalof Schwarz. She is the founder of Unplug meditation, a meditation center and a successful app. Brendan and Suze break down the many myths surrounding meditation and discuss some simple techniques to getting started on meditat...

Brendan sits down with powerhouse acupuncturist, health coach and children's author Andrea Henkels to talk about the Law of Attraction and creating your own reality. They discuss all aspects of the Law of Attraction, how to use it, success stories and all the haters who be hating. So find out how you can change anything in your life!  Support the show