The Dr. Darian Parker Podcast

I am a self-care and embodiment coach for women. I help women connect to their bodies in a way that feels safe and authentic. and I help them create space to prioritize their self-care. I use a variety of movement and coaching practices but love how yoga has allowed me to deepen my mind/body connection and try to provide a safe space for other women to do the same. I am enjoying any kind of baking...

Nicole Thompson (She/Her) is an award-winning writer and doctoral student in clinical psychology studying sex and relationships. Her research explores consensual non-monogamy, kink, and the practice of relationship anarchy. She is also the host of Modern Anarchy podcast, featuring real conversations with conscious objectors to the status quo. The podcast is a social movement project celebrating th...

Episode Description: Bob Walters, a corrections officer of 8 years, delivers a gritty and honest view of what it's like to be a correctional officer in America. From the broken cell doors to the violence and danger inmates bring to the workplace, he describes the real-world consequences for inmates, the highs and lows of being a corrections officer, and the role of law enforcement in curbing crimi...

Where's the beef? Look no further. This episode digs into the meat of this popular trendy diet that does nothing but show the beef (while limiting fiber and other macro and micronutrients). Audio Credits: Dr. Erin Nitschke (Main Speaker) email: erinmd03@gmail.com IG: @nitschkeerin Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belivestaywell/   Dr. Darian Parker (Intro) https://doctordarianparker.com/ Link...

Rebekah is a PhD Cultural Anthropology candidate currently undertaking fieldwork in the Peruvian Amazon. Building on 7 years of experience, her research investigates the function of altered states of consciousness in Amazonia. Her MSc (Cross-cultural Psychology) explored psychedelic ego-dissolution, and her Honours (BSc, First-class) transmission of knowledge in altered states. Rebekah has lecture...

Cara Newhart is an interior designer, DIY Queen, Author, and the host of the "Make a Space" Podcast. After losing her dad to cancer and without his contractor expertise to guide her in customizing her first home, she decided to dive in without fear and tackle epic DIY projects. Amassing over 850K followers on social media she shares the transformation of her spaces. Originally by teaching herself...

Happy Holidays everyone! As I take a few week break from podcasting to focus on travel and spending time with family, check out my last episode of the year featuring....drum roll....Santa Claus. Santa stops by to provide a very short message about the podcast and to wish everyone a Merry Christmas! Thank you to everyone who has always supported my podcast and I look forward to a very busy year of...

Emily Stewart covers business and economics at Vox. Stewart is the author of a biweekly newsletter, The Big Squeeze [https://www.vox.com/22946366/the-big-squeeze], that examines the ways ordinary people are being squeezed under capitalism and the scams — legal and illegal — that are constantly trying to sucker us. https://www.vox.com/authors/emily-stewart Intro Music by Wordsmith: www.wordsmithmus...

Simon and Darian are all about action holiday Christmas movies...I mean who isn't? They guys discuss the classic Christmas in July movie, Die Hard. They also discuss various lists of best 80's action movies and why each episode always ends up being about Simon's desire to be wanted and loved, but he still doesn't want people to agree with him. Arbiters of Bad Taste is a bi-weekly movie review segm...

Robin Divine is the founder of Black People Trip, an organization that provides psychedelic education to the Black community and advocates for equity and accessibility. She is also the creator of The Black Psychedelic Equity Fund, a non-profit which helps reduce the financial barrier to psychedelic care and funds the education of future psychedelic therapists. Her vision is to make psychedelic use...

Yoga Plus is a monthly show hosted by Yoga Influencer, Suzie Ray and Fitness Professional/Executive, Dr. Darian Parker. In each episode Suzie and Darian discuss everything Yoga and then some. Suzie Ray is Yoga Influencer and advocate for inspiring women to be comfortable in their skin and embrace who they are, and how they want to express themselves. Dr. Darian Parker is a fitness professional/exe...

Natalia Mehlman Petrzela is a historian of contemporary American politics and culture. She is the author of CLASSROOM WARS: Language, Sex, and the Making of Modern Political Culture (Oxford University Press, 2015), and FIT NATION: The Gains and Pains of America's Exercise Obsession (University of Chicago Press, forthcoming 1.6.2023). She is co-producer and host of the acclaimed podcast WELCOME TO...

Julie Kratz is a highly-acclaimed TEDx speaker and inclusive leadership trainer who led teams and produced results in corporate America. After experiencing many career "pivot points" of her own, she started her own speaking business with the goal of helping leaders be more inclusive. Promoting diversity, inclusion, and allyship in the workplace, Julie helps organizations foster more inclusive envi...

Philip Su is a software exec who's worked at large tech firms like Microsoft and Meta, and also founder of Gates Foundation-funded global health nonprofit Audere. In a spontaneous moment during depression, he also worked at Amazon's flagship warehouse in Seattle as a warehouse associate, moving 6 tons of packages a day by hand. Philip teaches computer science classes at University of Washington an...

The news is not all bad. Seriously, lots of great things are happening in the world and we can't wait to share it with you. Join Darian and Aicila as they explore positive news articles that will uplift and give you hope for our world. Darian shares two stories about the James Webb Telescope and how lab grown blood could be the future of blood transfusion. Aicila shares how long it takes to become...

Emily Zorn is a registered dietitian and health coach. She started her career as a sports dietitian working with collegiate and professional athletes. In 2020, she began her private practice (Emily RD Nutrition Coaching) where she helps athletes and all people learn how to eat in a way that is personalized to their goals, is sustainable, and includes balance. She is the co-host of the podcast RDs...

Leah Elson is an academically-published clinical development scientist, public science communicator, and non-fiction author. Her research career in human medicine has included the fields of orthopedics, oncology, and neuroscience. https://www.instagram.com/gnarlybygnature/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gnarlybygnature https://twitter.com/gnarlybygnature Intro Music by Wordsmith: www.wordsmithmusic.com S...

Marci Warhaft, "The Resiliency Rebel", is a Coach and recognized expert on body image and self-esteem. She is a regular contributor and body image expert for DEFY magazine. Marci is also the author of "The Good Stripper: A Soccer Mom's Memoir of Lies, Loss and Lap Dances" where she shares in raw, honest and intimate detail her eye-popping journey to self discovery. By turning a life of turmoil int...

Raven Hernandez is the 27 year old founder and CEO of Earth Rides [https://streaklinks.com/BJXsprnxMUzVOCxYMgPGPuBc/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.earthrideshare.com%2F?email=kasey%40meccamademedia.com] - an all-electric ride-hailing app, the first company of its kind at launch during the 2020 pandemic. Unlike Uber and Lyft, all rides on Earth are done in a fleet of electric vehicles, like Teslas, and takes a ...

My name is Suzie, I'm from Indiana and am 29 years old. I've been practicing yoga for 6 years, and teaching for 3 years. I believe movement is medicine, and inspire others to get a daily movement practice in whether it be yoga, working out, walking, dancing, skating, etc. I'm also an advocate for inspiring women to be comfortable in their skin and embrace who they are, and how they want to express...

The news is not all bad. Seriously, lots of great things are happening in the world and we can't wait to share it with you. Join Darian and Aicila as they explore positive news articles that will uplift and give you hope for our world. Darian shares two stories about the importance of creativity and connection. Aicila shares two stories about helping out our planet and our mental health.  Producer...

Simon and Darian are huge Samuel L. Jackson fans! They review the sleeper hit movie, The Long Kiss Goodnight, starring Sam Jackson and Gina Davis. They also talk about why the Lakers are so bad and questioning Christianity, but also still being strong believers of it. Arbiters of Bad Taste is a bi-weekly movie review segment with professional musician, Simon Milliman and fitness professional, Dari...

Dr. Lukas is a palliative medicine physician with 20 year of clinic experience caring for people with serious illness. She combines psychedelic modalities with the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model to help patients find wholeness and healing in the face of life-threatening illness. She is the principle investigator for a new study using this approach to treat the psychospiritual distress related...

Charley is a researcher and writer of psychedelics and plant medicines. She explores all facets of the space to search for problems and solutions to some of our society's biggest problems. Her research has taken her deep into the Andes mountains to learn about traditional plant medicine ceremonies, and into the world of psychedelic investments. She offers a unique perspective on the current shift...

Sarah Juree, 40, is a teacher, mama of twins, and digital content creator for Onlyfans. She moved from Arizona to Indiana at age 9 and remains a Hoosier. After her 13 year marriage ended, she found herself a single mom living in a poverty cycle as a teacher. She worked many side jobs including: teeth whitening, sublimation business, nutrition and exercise coaching, and reading tutoring. Despite he...