How long are humans actually supposed to live?  We’ve heard stories of long lives, in some circles even legends of immortality. And as science continues to blow our minds with its advances, the Biohacking craze has been taking off especially in the personal development and health and wellness communities. And why not? If there was a way to live longer, healthier lives; why wouldn’t we want to know everything we can about how?  This week’s guest is Chervin, the founder of Cymbiotika, an...

What impact does spirituality have on dating?  However you define WHAT the spiritual community actually is, whether it's conscious, woke, or spiritual; it seems that there is a common thread in this community; long term relationships seem to be difficult to maintain. It's no secret that there seem to be more short term relationships than long term, at least from my perspective. But why is that? Shouldn't spiritually aware couples have an easier time understanding each other, or relating with...

Do you want to nurture your creativity?    I say it all the time; we are all capable of creative expression and expansion. Humans ability to create from new ideas and find inspiration in the world around them is a divine gift that is really at the core of everything we have created as a species. Every statue, monument, book, painting, building, idea, good or bad, all of it has been born of the creativity and ingenuity of human beings. It is a beautiful power that spans the scale of...

What is holding you back from your creativity?    So many of us have amazing ideas and powerful offerings that we want to bring to the world. I believe that we are all creative beings, and that if we were able to get to the core of our blocks and our resistance around actually bringing those powerful and creative ideas to life we would be living in a completely different world today.    This week, I want to share with you as much as I can around my own creative process. Through the lens...

Why is death so scary to people?    We know that death is a part of life. It is that one, last great adventure that we all get to go on at some point in this human experience. Its inevitability doesn't make it any easier to lose ones that we love, and definitely doesn’t make the mystery of death any easier to comprehend. But for some, the fact that we are all going to die actually invites them to live a more purposeful life.    Branden Collinsworth is one of those people. This week I had...

What makes art healthy?  We often consider expressing ourselves as a healthy thing to do, and what better way to do that than through art and communication? That being said; there are two sides of art. The creation, and the actual sharing of it.  This week I Dive Deep with artist, wordsmith, and intellectual Lily Fangz about the process of creation of art, as well as releasing it, and where the lines of it being healthy or unhealthy can be drawn.  Check out Lily Fangz on Youtube at...

Does art really have anything to do with business?    We’ve all heard the term “starving artist”. I don’t necessarily know when the term was coined, but I still hear it referenced all the time; almost as an ok title. An artist struggling to make ends meet seems to make sense to a lot of people, which for a culture that relies SO heavily on art and the artists that devote their life to the mastery of what they do, has always perplexed me. Why do we value art so much in this society, yet see...

What is the deal with Web 3.0?   If you are asking that question, you’re definitely not alone. As cryptocurrencies and NFT’s become more and more of a popular topic of conversation, many are being left with more questions than answers. For some, this has them leaning into a new learning curve and dedicating themselves to understanding this new technology and what benefits it might have for them. For others, it can be a little daunting and can often turn off any desire to learn before it...

Is art still relevant?  As an artist, I have dedicated most of my life to the path of inspiration, dedication, and creation of my expression through artistic mediums. Poetry, music, even cooking for me carries an intention behind it, and I strive to make everything I do artistic. The search for truth and authenticity behind what can be incredibly vulnerable and challenging at times, is to me what art is; and I believe that the world needs more of it.  This week, I’m speaking with Nick Onken...

What is the source of abundance?  You won’t find me disagreeing with the concept that money is energy. I do believe that it is something that can be attracted to us, or pushed away from us consciously or unconsciously. In the spiritual world it can be a confronting and sometimes controversial topic, as we continue to navigate the adage that money is the root of all evil, a concept that a lot of us grew up hearing. But can you be wealthy and still be spiritual? And what does it really mean to...

Does the spiritual community have a narcissism problem?  We are all in search of answers. Answers to the higher purpose for our life, to the truth about God or consciousness, and much more. The problem with humans is it seems that the closer we get to what we consider to be the answer, the more entitled and invested we become to the “knowledge” itself. Narcissism is an interesting trait, because it almost carries with it the tendency to close our minds and hearts to further growth, or...

How would a near-death experience change your life?  It doesn’t happen to everyone, but for some of us; life can completely change in an instant. We’ve all heard stories of people who have had near death experiences, a sudden accident or illness, something that can change the perspective of what’s really important in life. We hear these stories of the heroic recovery, the dedication and passion for life that is needed, and the new outlook that comes from some of these experiences. But, does...

What does it take to really grow?  A few weeks ago I led a retreat with my good friend Gerard Adams in the jungles of Peru where we Dove about as Deep as one can go, in my opinion, and sat with Ayahuasca. Though I have sat with the medicine many times in my life, this experience itself was a first for me in that we were actually guided through the process of harvesting and making the medicine. The connection that this provided was powerful for everyone in the group, and though it was a...

Is it even possible to find love on a dating app?  Love them or hate them, but dating apps seem like they’re here to stay. The “swipe culture” of modern dating has changed a lot about the way that we interact in today's dating scene and in a lot of ways is a mirror for our society today. But do they work? And are the incentives to swipe right or left based on surface level motives, that can create more harm than good?  This week my guest is Mia Lux, an entrepreneur, comedian, and Co-Founder...

What is money actually worth?  Most of us are familiar with the term “money makes the world go round”, and it’s pretty hard to argue with it. We tend to lean towards the adage that “love is all you need” which can seem contrary to the belief that money is something we need. AND, some amazing things have come from the resource and the energy that money can also represent. Technologies and resources, new innovative ideas coming to life, art, education, and more; when used with intention, money...

Is violence ever the answer?   It may seem that we are surrounded by violence in this world. Shootings, war, terrorism, violence in movies and games, tv shows and songs; it’s impossible to deny that there is violence in this world. It’s a complicated topic, because violence itself is sometimes reactionary; meaning that there are two sides to it. The conversation of whether or not violence is necessary or not, can be a triggering one to some but an important one nonetheless. It’s also...

Can art make a difference?  What a statement; “the pen is mightier than the sword”. Its meaning is somewhat straightforward, that the power of communication and human interaction is more influential than any weapon and more powerful than physical force. But, is this still true today?  For this weeks episode I talk with author, poet, creativity teacher, and meme-artist James Mcrae, who as someone who expresses his art through the written word as well as teaches it, has some amazing...

What role do artists play in society today?  For thousands of years art has been arguably one of the most important parts of our culture as human beings. Art breaks language barriers, and connects us and our history in a way that nothing else can. We have used art to communicate our history and the truth of our human experience, and in many ways the art is what paints the picture (pun intended) of what our own story and history looks like. It is also one of the things to be subjected to...

What makes a great leader?  It's in times like this, when the world seems to fall further and further into confusion and division, that we look to our leaders for the answers that we need. Throughout history, leadership in times of crisis has made legends out of sometimes relatively normal human beings who, in those moments, were willing to stand firm in their values and guide others to do so as well. But, in a world where the gray area between right and wrong continues to grow, what does it...

Have you heard the news?  It says something about the state of our culture when I would legitimately be equally as surprised if you said you hadn’t heard about the war going on in Ukraine, or the fact that Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has had it’s fair share of shocking discoveries, and it’s a major topic of discussion today, but nothing shocks the world more than a good old celebrity scandal; and that came this month in the form of one of the...

What does it mean to be a man today?  Ok, be honest. Were you triggered when you read the title of this week’s podcast episode? I get it. Two major topics in today's culture (especially in the personal development space) are the rise of the feminine and mens work, and the line between the two can be a little blurry. The truth is that women have been silenced, objectified, and straight up mistreated in our culture (and others) for way too long and it’s refreshing to see the rise that is...

Do you believe in our youth? The world can seem like a pretty crazy place sometimes, especially when dealing with all the hustle and bustle of being an adult in today's day and age. We have responsibilities, stresses and worries, relationships, and are all navigating through it in a world that is changing every single day. Sometimes, especially if we don’t have children, it can be easy to forget how the world today is affecting the children growing up in it. To have a bright future, it’s...

Do conspiracy theories even exist anymore?  Remember not so long ago, when conspiracy theories or conspiracy theorists were seen as crazy tinfoil hat wearing nut jobs that spent too much time preaching about doomsday events, ufo’s and government cover ups and that sort of thing. Well, after the last two years of witnessing the world deal with a global pandemic and how it’s been dealt with, as things that were previously covered up come to light, should we even consider these theories...

Are you pushing yourself to your edge?  Life is full of edges and boundaries. Figuring out the difference between the two is a great way to explore and grow in a way that is healthy and helps you to continue discovering how to live as authentically as possible. But pushing yourself to your own edge is not easy, and by no means comfortable. It’s a process that will inevitably have you facing off with your fears and with parts of yourself that often go swept under the rug. This is where real...

Is it wrong to want pleasure?  It may seem like a weird question, like who doesn’t want to experience pleasure? But it’s actually pretty surprising how many of us, and predominantly men, think that pleasure is a sign of weakness. Self love, pleasure practice, inner work, etc, these (to some) embody feminine sides of us, and for a lot of men who are caught up in a somewhat wounded version of what the masculine is, this can be confronting. Often when we think pleasure, we think sex. But...