Ep. 152 - Manda Scott - Shamanism, Dreams, & Post-Capitalism Regenerative Economics

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Hey everybody! Episode 152 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Manda Scott. Manda is an author, podcasters, shamanic dreaming practitioner, and works on a number of regenerative projects. I really enjoyed sitting down and speaking with her about these subjects as well as what she describes as a trauma culture from the Roman conquest and what more indigenous societies can teach us about ways forward. Manda has spent a lot of time with these subjects and questions and her knowledge is apparent in how she beautifully shares. I trust you all will get much from this episode. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Manda Scott is an award-winning novelist and host of the acclaimed Accidental Gods podcast.
Best known for the Boudica: Dreaming series, her previous novels have been short-listed for the Orange Prize, the Edgar, Wilbur Smith and Saltire Awards and won the McIllvanney Prize.
Her latest novel ANY HUMAN POWER is a Mytho-Political thriller which lays out a Thrutopian road map to a flourishing future we'd be proud to leave to the generations that come after us. With degrees in veterinary medicine and a Masters in Regenerative Economics, Manda's life is oriented towards creating radical new narratives that will pave the way to the total systemic change our culture - and our world - needs.”

To learn more about or contact Manda, including her books, visit her website at: https://mandascott.co.uk/

To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

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Ep. 151 - Brian James - Traumadelic: How a Western Model Limits the Wholeness of Shamanism

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Hey everybody! Episode 151 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with my friend Brian James. Brian now has the distinction of being the first guest to be featured three times on this podcast. I brought Brian on to speak about his new book, Traumadelic. I was really happy to have Brian on again to speak about how he sees the overemphasis on trauma, and the more Western psychological model as whole, is potentially taking away from the richness and vastness of the more traditional shamanic experience. As plant medicine work moves in the Western mainstream, it is understandable that it will adapt and be incorporated into Western ways and cosmovisions. However, this does not come without cost, often severely limiting in scope and potentiality the benefits of both plant medicines and the traditional ways of working with them. This may be a controversial topic to some, as much of this has become a new dogma, but, as we speak about, heresy is rarely accepted with open arms and ultimately a pursuit of truth, however uncomfortable, is to be valued. I trust this conversation will be enlightening and shift some views that we may hold or not even realize that we are holding. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Brian James is a depth counsellor, archetypal coach, writer, musician and cultural activist.

He offers online counselling and coaching to individuals and couples and has published three books on the intersections of yoga, psychedelics, shamanism and depth psychology.

Brian hosts the popular podcast Howl in the Wilderness (formerly Medicine Path) and over the past decade has created a wealth of practice and learning resources to support others on their journey of soul recovery. 

Brian regularly speaks on topics related to Soul Recovery including psychedelic integration, archetypal men’s work and the intersections of depth psychology, yoga and shamanism.”

To learn more about or contact Brian, including his book, visit his website at: brianjames.ca

To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

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I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in April/May in Porto Covo, Portugal, and July in Westport, Ireland. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.org

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Ep. 150 - Martha Carlin - Gut Microbiome, Chronic Disease, & Holistic Health

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Hey everybody! Episode 150 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Martha Carlin. Martha has a fascinating story. After her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, she quit her job and dedicated her life to better understanding the root of the disease. She began to discover that the Western medical system didn’t have a lot of answers and in her research she discovered the importance of the gut microbiome, both in Parkinsons and chronic diseases at large. It was a pleasure to speak with Martha and have her share in her decades of work and knowledge. We spoke about disease, the gut microbiome, the deleterious consequences of many Western lifestyle practices, holistic approaches to healing, the mind-body connection, and many other topics. I think Martha is a true scientist in the real meaning of that word and her insights and wisdom should be valuable to anyone interested in health and the human condition. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Martha Carlin is a Citizen Scientist, systems thinker, and pioneer in exploring the profound interconnectedness between the soil beneath our feet and the microbiomes within our bodies. After her husband’s Parkinson’s diagnosis, Martha embarked on a journey that led her to uncover the intricate web linking human health, the environment, and the unseen microbial world. Her work bridges the wisdom of nature with cutting-edge science, integrating the principles of terrain theory and holistic health to empower others on their healing journeys. Through her companies, The BioCollective (BiotiQuest brand probiotics) and Ancient Organics BioSciences, she brings forward groundbreaking probiotic formulations that honor the symbiotic relationships in both soil and human ecosystems. Martha’s approach is rooted in curiosity, intuition, and a deep respect for the innate intelligence of all living systems—offering a fresh perspective that resonates with plant medicine and spiritual seekers alike.”

To learn more about Martha or contact her, there are links to her projects:

www.biotiquest.com

www.thebiocollective.com

To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

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Ep. 149 - Alex Lasarev - Plant Medicine, Spiritual Evolution, COVID, & Comedy

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Hey everybody! Episode 149 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Alex Lasarev. I met Alex many years ago through a mutual friend, John Keegan, who I also had on the podcast (ep. 60). Over the years I really respected what Alex stood for, especially during the pandemic where he was, for me, a voice of reason and dissent against much of the authoritarianism. Alex has had a really interesting life and we spoke about his background, traumatic childhood, how that led him to overcome his fear and become a renowned dating coach, his journey into spirituality and plant medicines, the Covid pandemic and how he was an advocate of freedom and love, his work with cancer treatments, and his role as a comedian and the power of comedy. This was a really varied interview and Alex has a fascinating life and I think you all can gain from his life and wisdom. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

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“Alex’s greatest passion is assisting all beings in the co-creation of a planet rooted in love and oneness.

Alex loves creating uplifting content, coaching, and doing stand-up. After overcoming major health issues in his early 30s, one of Alex’s passions is reminding others how to clear non-beneficial energetic attachments. Alex is a love superspreader and gives out high-quality love shirts wherever he goes.

Alex is the founder of the iProject.Love Foundation, which is dedicated to helping all beings remember their true nature so that all can contribute their unique gifts to the co-creation of paradise on Earth.

Alex is also a co-founder of the Drkimchi Crypto Project, which is dedicated to helping patients connect with practitioners who offer holistic solutions to cancer.”

To learn more about or contact Alex, visit his website at: https://www.alexthecomic.com

To view the recent documentary, Sacred Tobacco, about my work, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

If you enjoy the show, it’s always a big help if you can share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth.  If you’re watching on YouTube if you could take a second and Subscribe to the channel and Like the video and if you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, Follow the show and leave a starred rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in the Sacred Valley of Peru in February (almost SOLD OUT), April/May in Porto Covo, Portugal, and July in Westport, Ireland. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at: https://NicotianaRustica.org

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