Episodes
Welcome back, spiritual dope! It's been a while since our last episode, but I'm here, Brandon Handley, ready to dive into some thought-provoking content just for you. But first, let's set the record straight - your well-being is our top priority. Spiritual Dope is still going strong, hosting a treasure trove of interviews and discussions with individuals who have embarked on their spiritual journeys. What makes our podcast unique is that we approach spirituality through the lens of...
Published 10/18/23
Welcome to another episode of Spiritual Dope, where we explore all things spiritual and delve into the creation process. I'm your host, Brandon Handley. In today's episode, we'll discuss the concept of trusting the creation process and the power of intentional creation. From cooking a delicious meal to trying out new recipes, we'll explore how focusing on the desired outcome and aligning our intentions can lead to a fulfilling creation experience. Join me as we uncover the beauty in chaos and...
Published 09/05/23
Published 09/05/23
On this episode of Spiritual Dope, our guest Arcturus Eden takes us on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. We delve into their initial perception of drugs and how it shifted after a profound experience with LSD. We explore their role as a peacemaker in their family dynamics and how human design has helped them understand their experiences better. Arcturus shares their experiences at Burning Man and how it shaped their spiritual journey. We also dive into their belief in the...
Published 07/30/23
On this episode of Spiritual Dope, host Brandon Handley welcomes guest Jahan Khamsehzadeh to explore the transformative power of psychedelics and their role in spirituality and personal growth. They delve into the cultural changes of the 1960s that brought about the use of psychedelics and discuss how these substances have been used in tribal ceremonies for centuries and are now being integrated into Western psychotherapy and recreational settings. The episode emphasizes the importance of...
Published 07/30/23
On this episode of Spiritual Dope, host Brandon Handley is joined by guest Nicole Kerr, who shares her incredible near-death experiences and the profound spiritual insights she gained from them. Nicole begins by recounting the emergency surgery she underwent after a car crash, which led to multiple near-death experiences due to fluid in her lungs. She vividly describes feeling suffocated and believing her oxygen was being taken away. Thankfully, a diuretic was administered as a last resort,...
Published 07/17/23
Join us on this episode of Spiritual Dope as we explore Ken's reflections, experiences, and insights that will leave you inspired and questioning your own spiritual journey. Ken traded in his corporate life and expat lifestyle overseas for a new adventure. He now travels the country with a microphone, a van, and a jar of questions, sharing his experiences. This epic trip may seem crazy to some, but to Ken, it is a brave decision. It is not the first time he has taken a bold step in his life,...
Published 07/11/23
Martin Theis stumbled into shamanism by chance when his best friend attended a workshop at the urging of his girlfriend. Intrigued by the concept of finding one's spirit animal through a totem animal journey, Martin embarked on his own spiritual journey. Prior to this, he had no involvement with spirituality and felt disconnected from the world. Martin specializes in drum-based shamanism, without the use of medicinal plants. He recognizes that there are various approaches and traditions...
Published 07/06/23
Unveiling the Power of Oneness: Stuart Adam Discusses Plant Medicine and Personal Transformation Hosted by Brandon Handley, featuring guest Stuart Adam In this episode of Spiritual Dope, Brandon Handley interviews Stuart Adam, an explorer of plant medicine and spirituality for 15 years. They delve into the importance of finding spiritual harmony in a chaotic world. Stuart emphasizes the significance of intuition, oneness, and understanding the duality of the shadow and the light. He opens up...
Published 06/12/23
Welcome to the Spiritual Dope podcast, where we dive deep into the realms of spirituality, personal growth, and transformation. I'm your host, Brandon, and I'm excited to embark on this journey with you. In today's episode, we have a special treat as I step away from the usual group format and share a personal experience that left a profound impact on me. Picture this: I rented a car and drove an hour just to share the practice of breathwork with a group of individuals in recovery. And...
Published 05/30/23
Spiritual Dope Podcast: Carlos Tanner's Ayahuasca Journey In this episode of the Spiritual Dope podcast, Carlos Tanner, founder of the Ayahuasca Foundation, shares his incredible journey from addiction to enlightenment through Ayahuasca. He discovered the power of plant medicine after hitting rock bottom and receiving a life-changing email from a friend inviting him to experience Ayahuasca in Peru. Carlos Tanner's Transformation Carlos ventured to Peru and became a student of Don Juan, a...
Published 05/15/23
Troy and Brandon are talking about the power of breath extension in their lives, and how it makes them feel so connected to the big man upstairs. And let's be real, who doesn't want to feel connected to God? But here's the thing, folks, manifestation is just a fancy new age word for prayer. It's all the same damn thing. So if you're out there trying to manifest your dream life, just know that you're really just praying for it. It's mind-blowing. So go ahead and check it out, and you'll...
Published 05/04/23
Hey there, Spiritual Dope! How's it going? I'm out here in sunny California, ready to drop some truth bombs. So, let's get real for a sec. How many of y'all are having surface-level conversations? It's time to cut the b******t and start having some authentic, vulnerable chats. I mean, who wants to hear the same old shit over and over again? Not me, that's for sure. And let me tell you, there's nothing more liberating than sharing your true self with someone and feeling heard and understood....
Published 04/27/23
In this podcast episode, Brandon Handley from Spiritual Dope reveals how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) can transform your life in more ways than one. You will learn how BJJ can help you develop resilience, humility, and curiosity by exposing yourself to different challenges and situations. You will also discover how BJJ can improve your mind, body, and spirit by enhancing your discipline, focus, energy, community, and spirituality. You will also find out how BJJ relates to other practices such as...
Published 04/16/23
TL;DR: Everyone has their own struggles and challenges, no matter their size and success.  Ryan Michler, a military man with a large following, recently shared his struggles with alcohol and divorce, which surprised many of his followers. We learn to be aware of the impact our actions have on our family, as well as be willing to adjust our behavior if it's having an adverse effect.  He also learned from his own experience with Adderall to be aware of the impact of substances on his...
Published 04/08/23
  Welcome to another exciting episode of our podcast, where we explore spirituality and personal growth with industry experts. In today's episode, we are thrilled to have an enlightening conversation with Brandon Handley and Joshua Bloom. They discuss the importance of embracing one's spiritual identity, integrating spirituality into everyday life, and understanding quantum energy healing. Joshua Bloom is a renowned expert in the field of spirituality and quantum healing. With his vast...
Published 03/22/23
Welcome to the show, I'm excited to introduce Dave Florence, the man who was driven by a bang to the head to search for better psychological and physiological health. After years of research and practice, much of which was chronicled on his YouTube channel, 'Evolution of Dave', he has created practices and protocols that have improved his mind and body and those of his clients. He is here to talk about how you can add these same methods to your daily life for more energy, a clearer and more...
Published 03/15/23
I had the opportunity to meet with Brandon at one of his homes in Wilmington and ever since then he has been open with me (everyone) about his work and he agreed to do a quick sit down for this interview. Find out more about his work at https://brandonnovak.com/   Summary Brandon’s introduction. 0:00 What it’s like to not have cell phones. 1:09 Skateboarding as a drug addiction. 4:56 Praying to god to end my addiction. 9:12 ...
Published 03/08/23
Darren Prince, International Best Selling author of his memoir Aiming High, is a prominent sports and celebrity agent and global advocate for addiction/mental health recovery. Through his agency, Prince Marketing Group, he represents icons Magic Johnson, Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Jerry West, Dominique Wilkins, Chevy Chase, Charlie Sheen, Denise Richards, Carmen Electra, and many others as well as having worked with the late Smokin’ Joe Frazier, Muhammad Ali and Evel Knievel. As a leading...
Published 02/28/23
  What is going on spiritual dope? I have no idea which microphone this is even using. Is it using the microphone on the phone? Is it using the microphone from the car? I don't know. What I do know is that it is dark out. I was trying to think it was funny because I was going to be like a dark AF. Finn was telling me that on YouTube if you swear within the first 8 seconds or 8 minutes, 8 minutes seems like a really long time to not swear. But if you do that then they won't cut you off....
Published 02/17/23
Nick is able to share his story of being a firefighter, which has taught him many core values, such as gratitude, resilience, intuition, and tenacity. These values have allowed him to persevere through difficult times and find his true identity. Through my struggles and hardships he has learned that it is possible to overcome and find joy in life. He is now dedicated to helping others and provides an open ear to anyone in need. Enjoyed the episode? Find out more about Nick here :...
Published 02/14/23
Shawn Murphy is a spiritual teacher, author, and podcast host dedicated to helping people find their spiritual paths. He has written two books, has a podcast, and gives online courses. Murphy’s teachings are focused on helping people become more connected, compassionate, and mindful. He also works to help people learn to trust their intuition and create a life full of meaningful and fulfilling experiences. https://tornbetweentwoworlds.com/ BRANDON HANDLEY ...
Published 02/05/23
Brandon Handley 0:00 What is going on spiritual dope, we are where we at. We're on the West Coast, some call it the best coast and we're getting ready to travel back home to the east coast from hasn't been super sunny, hasn't been super warm as this area of California is not apt to be. And I'm getting ready to go home. But I've been away for about a week and, you know, doing what I can to make sure I get stuff posted to the interwebs. And getting back into the swing of things getting back...
Published 02/04/23