The Common Thread Podcast

Everyone wants an “aligned” life… but most people are still overwhelmed, burned out, and pushing harder than ever. So what if the problem isn’t alignment? In this conversation, Scott sits down with Cato Vermeulen—business astrologer, leadership mentor, and mother—to explore the deeper truth behind success, identity, and self-trust. From scaling a six-figure business to losing it all… from hustle t...

In this episode of The Common Thread, Scott sits down with Megan Chapman, founder of Scape Maui—a wellness space devoted to reconnection, healing, and reset. Megan shares her journey through grief, depression, and self-discovery after losing her father at a young age. From early mental health struggles to transformative experiences with meditation, yoga, and plant medicine, she reflects on what it...

What happens when a man who has everything and then loses it all? In this conversation, I sit down with Jorge Yant—CEO of Plexis Healthcare Systems and founder of Quepasana. On paper, Jorge had built a wildly successful life. But when everything unraveled, he didn’t run—he went inward. Jorge shares how he turned to Vipassana meditation not just as a practice, but as a path. What began as curiosity...

In this solocast episode, I share my experience of sitting in my first Vipassana retreat. 10 days with no talking, reading, writing, eye contact or touch. I give the day by day run down of what came up for me, both the highs and the lows on this inward journey. If you’ve ever wondered what can come up during this type of introspective exploration, then this one’s for you. 🎧 Watch the full episode...

In this episode, I sit down with Markus Blettinger, a grief doula, movement specialist, and integration coach who helps people navigate deep emotional healing and transformation. Markus shares his recent experience of spending 100 hours alone in complete darkness and solitude — no light, no phone, no external stimulation — as a way to confront himself on the deepest level. The conversation explore...

In this episode, I sit down with LaRell Herbert, a speaker and advocate who shares his deeply personal story of transitioning, detransitioning, and rebuilding his life after years of living with an identity that ultimately did not align with who he truly was. LaRell shares his journey of discovering transgender ideology in his twenties, transitioning later in life, and living as a woman for seven...

In this episode, I sit down with Emily Schromm, the voice behind the Meathead Hippie Podcast and a host of the TV Series The Challenge, and the founder of her newest company, Peel. Emily shares the story behind Peel, her new platform connecting people with locally grown, nutrient-rich food and the farmers who grow it. The conversation explores food sovereignty, reconnecting with nature, healing th...

In this episode, I sit down for a second time with Drew McManus, the voice, lyrics and soul behind Satsang. Over a decade ago, he set out on a backpacking trek through the Himalayas which resulted in the transformative album “The Story of You”. We peel back the stories of the highs and lows of the past 10 years. Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of The Story of You with Drew on tour in a city...

In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker and musician Nick Waraksa. We discuss his lifelong journey and love of music. Starting generations ago with his grandfather sharing the healing aspects of music with the men of the Air Force between battles, all the way to now sharing and making music with his daughter Paikea. You can find Nick on Instagram @nickwaraksa as well as on Spotify. On the day t...

I have exciting news. The podcast is getting rebranded. In this episode, I discuss why I’m changing the name, the new direction for the platform and what’s coming with new guests, new topics of conversation and a big commitment to all of the listeners. I hope you like it as much as I do and I look forward to growing with all of you in 2026. 🎧 Watch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcast,...

This will likely be the most important podcast episode I have ever released. Today, I sit down with my mom. We have a very candid and open conversation about our relationship and the healing that has taken place between us. My mom opens up and also shares publicly for the first time the story of her joining the Korean Military at 15 and subsequently the Korean Central Intelligence Agency. We also...

In this episode, I sit down with Kama Hagar, a holistic coach and the founder of Maui Makai and Mukama Botanicals. We dive deep into our own personal healing journeys, coming to realize that we chose this human experience and to trust and embrace it. We also discuss the healing powers of relationships and breakups. This whole episode was a doozie and so fun to record! You do not want to miss it! Y...

In this episode, I sit down with Elyse Schunkewitz, a holistic and functional psychotherapist exploring the intersection of neurology and somatics. We discuss finding a quality therapist, getting off medication, and our own personal healing journeys. This is for folks who want to take their healing to the next level and find a new level of joy, peace, and self-expression in life. You can find Elys...

In this episode, I sit down with Kai Jones, a dear friend who drops in to tell the story of him dying at 23 and how his life radically changed afterwards as a product of this experience. We discuss the other side, the emerging culture of men's work, and transforming oneself on the physical, mental and spiritual planes, and so much more. This conversation was incredible, and you do not want to...

In this episode I sit down with Armin Shafee as he shares the journey of his 600 days of surrendering. We discuss the journey of making millions only to uncover a deep longing sadness inside of him and the awakening moment when he walked away from it all to deep his connection with the Divine. If you want a clear example of the intersection of success and spirituality, this episode is for you. You...

In this episode I sit down with human design coach and sensory designer, Marco Muhlbach. We discuss everything from the great life experiment to identifying the cliffs to safely jump off when creating a new identity. He shares about the profound journey of becoming a father and answering the call that his body knew to be true. You can find his work on Instagram and TikTok at @reikimarco or on his...

In this episode, I sit down with Maui astrologer, Christian Klausner. We discuss the origins of astrology, the nature of the planets and their impact on us, how it relates to us living powerfully, and the undeniable inter-connectedness between astrology and God. You can find Christian’s work on Instagram at @ChristianKlausner where he does readings, updates and provides all sorts of guides to live...

Kale Kaalekahi is the co-founder of sacred sons, an indigenous cultural educator, and the creator of the New Old Way. In this episode, Scott sits down with Kale to discuss men’s worth, the original AI - ancestral intelligence, and how to walk in this world in a good way. You can find Kale’s work at sacredsons.com or skool.com/now-academy 🎧 Watch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and...

Denisha Davis is a disabled model, dancer, and content creator. In this episode, Scott sits down with her to discuss how finding forgiveness opened up a whole new world for her post-injury. They discuss forging confidence, practicing mindful living, and falling in love with life itself.  You can connect with Denisha on Instagram and TikTok at @milkchocolateonwheelz. 🎧 Watch the full episode now o...

In this episode, I sit down with Jacob Green whom I met living on Maui. Jacob has chosen an unhoused lifestyle for the past 5 years and over the past few months I have gotten to know him on a personal level.  We sit down to discuss the difference between homeless and houseless, his upbringing and the affects it had on his life and the effects of substances on one’s own inner light. If you have jud...

In this episode, I sit down with Elijah Kala McShane, a Hawaiian cultural educator responsible for the social platform @SonOfOahu. We discuss the responsibility and gift of being Kanaka Maoli, what it means to live pono and with aloha, and the tourism industry and the opportunities of those visiting the islands. You can find Elijah’s work on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube under the name @SonOfOahu....

In this episode, I sit down with Ihsan Abbas, curator of the instagram account @Eyes_In_. We met through his curation of the Fellowship and discuss everything from mens work to confronting the shadow to his initiation into fatherhood.  If you consider yourself on the healing path, you’re not gonna want to miss this one. 🎧 Watch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and YouTube – search...

In this episode, I sit down with master breathworker and author Jesse Coomer. He has written such best-selling books as A Practical Guide to Breathwork as well as the Language of Breath.  We share our journey with breathwork, learning how to feel our feelings, and the dark side of the healing and awareness culture that has become so popular. You can find Jesse on Instagram at @JesseCoomerBreath or...

In this episode, I sit down with Postural Restoration provider, Aleena Kanner. As a PRI provider, she helps evaluate and balance asymmetries in the body to alleviate chronic pain and a host of other issues in the body. We dive into different systems in the body and how they work to keep us balanced and healthy. We discuss how the health of your teeth, eyes, and feet play a major role into your eve...

In this episode, I sit down with a previous coaching Client, Brock Cannon. Brock is a father, an entrepreneur, and an endurance athlete. He has owned businesses in the wellness space as well as led retreats around the country.  In this episode, we talk about the lonely road of men’s healing, the realities that fathers face, and the most sacred container for healing: partnership. Brock does not hav...