Best Astrid Edwards Podcasts (2025)

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At the Limits of Their Tongues (In Baba Yaga's Hut) with P.D. Newman and Edward Crowe 1:22:24

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23h ago1:22:24

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Well, the hearse is in the shop, so we're riding the rails of infusion along the most quote heavy route we can find. Join Zachary Murdock, Edward Crowe, and their guest P.D. Newman as the trio tunes into the true essence of being. All impractical practicalities have been disclosed. Enjoy. Explore P.D. Newman's work: https://www.simonandschuster.com…

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Overripe Angel Slang with Normandi Ellis and Edward Crowe 1:06:23

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In this episode, Zachary, Edward Crowe, and their guest, Normandi Ellis, peel out in the Hearse and peel away the layers of the creative experience we call life. As a group, we gather to F the ineffable once and for all. Explore Normandi's work: https://normandiellis.com/ Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Cover art collage by ZM x Background gr…

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Words Fall Short with Camille Tredoux 1:21:56

1M ago1:21:56

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By Zachary Murdock

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N0 Reality 12:43

1M ago12:43

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In this episode we learn where luck ran out for humankind and if it'll ever continue to lead us to drink from the fountain of joy again. Let's find out what's left when there is nothing left and how the entire world could be found on a street corner in Harlem. A true story of a fractaled young mind that returned from a journey to everywhere. With a…

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The Place with Ruth Strassberg 1:12:29

2M ago1:12:29

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Just when we thought we were getting closer, we realize we have already arrived. Let our hosts Zachary and guest Ruth Strasberg welcome us all to The Place. We also learn that you can't spell truth without... well, I think you get it. Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Episode art by Jake Wade: https://www.instagram.com/ja…

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An Animated Exploration of the Ineffable with Churchill Veracocha 1:18:29

2M ago1:18:29

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Whether it's a ripple or a wave, all of our stones are sure to make motion in this eternal river. In this episode, Zachary and Edward dance in the rain in their scuba gear. Once you dry off, you might notice an appetite that can only be satiated with a visit to the poetry vending machine. Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann…

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Let There Be Crickets with Astrid Schmidt 1:12:25

3M ago1:12:25

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You're listening to this because you've decided to abandon the regular route and trust the silence. "To be nobody but yourself in a world which is doing its best, night and day, to make you everybody else, means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight." — e.e. cummings Join Astrid and Zach as they follow the Cricket. Experience …

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Dying to Grow with Corey Sweet 1:22:38

3M ago1:22:38

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In this episode, Zach and our guest Corey Sweet pick up where we left off and leave behind what they've picked up. We will rediscover that you can't plant seeds if you're holding on too tightly. Let's find out what we have to let go of to grow... Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Follow Corey's journey: https://substack.c…

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8 Points in 9 Seconds, You Goofball (THIS IS NOT AN EXIT) with Nadia Szold and Geoffrey Young 1:06:29

4M ago1:06:29

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An exploration of poetry, oblivion, goofballism, and the finite ammunition known as exclamation points. Sponsored by Ooka Wooka… As a special bonus we have included a link to Nadia and Geoffrey’s soul affirming documentary, The Figures. Watch here: https://vimeo.com/1105630541?share=copy Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann …

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Laugh at Death with Nicole Aniston and Edward Crowe 1:04:42

4M ago1:04:42

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“If people knew the truth they would cry at birth and laugh at death… “ In this episode Zachary, Edward and Nicole play the three blind mice investigating the elephant in the room. A little death, a little Shel Silverstein wisdom, a little reminder not to get trapped in your sensorial experience. Episode mixed, scored and arranged by Kevin Joseph G…

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Her Intense Daydream of Me with Mary Antonia Wood, Ph.D. 1:17:46

5M ago1:17:46

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An exploration of creativity, soul, purpose, madness, witch consciousness and a whole bunch of other depthy beeswax. Not for the faint of psyche! In this episode, Mary and Zach investigate: > The ambiguous definition of an artist. > The artist’s function. > The artist’s duty. > The purpose of the world. > The definition defying definition of soul. …

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When Iron Man Falls 13:58

5M ago13:58

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How do you know when it’s time to give up? How much pain is too much? How many off days should you endure until you say, “you know what? I think I’m at the wrong party.” Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Taylor Cox Song: “Keep Calling” by Zachary Murdock x RedButtonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & …

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Oar Splinters with Edward Crowe 54:15

6M ago54:15

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Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily, life is but a dream... Episode mixed, scored, and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Poetry by Zachary Murdock Field Photo art by Mike Lane Song: "Fantasia Cryogenic" https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/zacharymurdock1/everythings-dreaming Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support …

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The Sugar Detectives 16:58

6M ago16:58

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Let’s play a game of HORSE on the mini-hoop. Or better yet, HEARSE. Scrabble on the dark side of the sun? No, no. How about Hangman on cocktail napkins in lieu of an inflight movie on our way to over that way? Thumb twiddles and ink spillage, clean up on aisle 101. Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: “unh!” By Zachary Murdock x Red Buttonz …

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Reverse Vertigo (Dessert for Dinner) with Mr. Blizzard and Mrs. Hardt 27:20

7M ago27:20

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The title says it all... Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Mr. Blizzard and Mrs. Hardt Cover photo by Erick Madrid Song: “Sweet Fangz” by Zachary Murdock x RedButtonz x REI Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https…

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Indoor Rainbows 16:48

7M ago16:48

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This is where a description would be if I felt like writing a description. Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Featuring Taylor Cox Picture of Zach’s father’s eye… Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.instagram.com/…

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Becoming One Self with Normandi Ellis 1:25:47

8M ago1:25:47

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In this episode, Zachary and renowned author Normandi Ellis, explore the healing properties of poetry, following your destiny in chaotic times, and dare we say, the meaning of it all. Explore Normandi's work: https://normandiellis.com/ Mix x Score by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Cover photo by Erick Madrid Song: “The Monster is Your Friend” > https://sou…

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Surprisingly Poetic Autopsy Reports with Xenia Viray 1:22:22

8M ago1:22:22

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In this episode, Zachary and Xenia explore the whack-a-mole nature of healing, the claustrophobia of wearing bodies, the relentless onslaught of dust bunnies, and how to relax into your destiny during terrifying cosmic turbulence. Xenia also illuminates the often overlooked truth, that many, if not all of us, are one of a kind animals and that no m…

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Say Lilith featuring Lisa Marchiano and Molly Mitchell-Hardt 1:21:47

8M ago1:21:47

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In this episode Zachary, Lisa and Molly explore the mysterious identity of the Lilith archetype, how to kill time during an apocalypse, and the difference between dad jokes and mom jokes. And a bunch of other depthy things of course. Follow Lisa's journey: https://www.instagram.com/lisamarchiano/ Listen to her podcast, This Jungian Life: https://th…

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Reminder to Die featuring Edward Crowe 1:03:09

9M ago1:03:09

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Note to self: you are not obligated to be who you were yesterday. Voluntary rebirth is encouraged. Realize, when you open your eyes to a new day, this is an opportunity to step into your own greatness, to adopt a new perspective, to approach the world in a brand new way. Please remember to nurture your imagination, and when the hypnosis is overwhel…

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Love's Gravity featuring Soula Saad 1:30:35

9M ago1:30:35

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In this episode, Soula and Zach discuss their undying irrational optimism, the healing properties of creativity, the misunderstood nature of the word "apocalypse," and how to find a country inside yourself when the material world is aflame. Follow Soula's journey: https://www.instagram.com/soula.saad/ Follow Soula's Feminitude Channel: https://www.…

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Koyaanisqatsi (A Lost Tape) featuring Dr. Sara Al Madini 1:03:27

9M ago1:03:27

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A lost tape from the Hearse trunk, in this episode Dr. Sara and Zachary explore how to stay on your Path through materialistic illusions, holding things lightly in the name of reverence, eternity in time, and being yourself in a world that is constantly trying to change you into something else. Follow Dr. Sara Al Madini’s journey: https://www.insta…

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Overdue Library Books (A Posthumous Conversation with Tom Robbins) 22:48

9M ago22:48

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In this episode, we honor one of Zach’s greatest creative inspirations, the immortal Tom Robbins. Zach writes: “Dear Tom, Before you left your body, I came close to you through a few different friends. I now possess an unedited proof of Jitterbug Perfume inscribed by you. I wanted to have you on the show and of course in essence I did. Since a teen…

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Soul Yawn (What is Success?) featuring Scott Randell 1:38:31

9M ago1:38:31

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In this episode, Zachary and Scott examine genius, destiny and responding to the call. From setting out as wide-eyed-puppies, to earning their scars in the rugged terrain of the music industry, Scott and Zach share their experiences of passion, hope, defeat and heartbreak, only to end back where they began, deeply rooted in their calling and connec…

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Home Again, Home Again featuring Astrid Schmidt 1:10:01

10M ago1:10:01

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In this episode, Zachary and Astrid explore owning your destiny, seeing everything as a universal nudge toward wholeness, and how whether we like it or not, we’re all going to Chicago. Home again, home again, jiggity jig! Astrid is a Certified Gestalt Therapist, trained at the Gestalt Center for Psychotherapy, and received her Master of Social Work…

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Own Nothing featuring Rodney Norman 1:14:08

10M ago1:14:08

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These wisdoms from our episode with Rodney crossed my mind in relation to everything going on in the world right now. Easier said than embodied and of course we fluctuate between fear and remembering. To die before we die. According to the ancients that is the goal. As the doors of perception are burned clean, please give me the strength to continu…

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Year of the Snake featuring Jana Roemer 1:18:49

10M ago1:18:49

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In this episode, Jana & I have a picnic with Buddha, exchange perspectives on the ineffableness of being & get as close to the flame as moths can fly without being completely consumed. It was a joy to explore the shedding of old paradigms & revel in the essence of ourselves & the world as they become more & more apparent. Long story short, my mood …

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Lay Down in the Fire (Pt. 2) with David Field 46:22

10M ago46:22

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Wisdom only carries us so far. Cerebral processing can only digest x-amount of experience. The body must grieve. Dance. Rest. The more we let go the richer we are? Five days after the first episode with my father, post him losing his home in the LA fires, I felt called to return to the Hearse and connect with him from a place of tenderness, fear an…

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Lay Down in the Fire featuring David Field 40:26

10M ago40:26

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In this episode, Zach talks to his dad who just lost his home in the LA fires. As Hellen Keller said, “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. Science may have found a cure for most evils; but it has found no remedy for the worst of them all—the apathy of human beings. Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the…

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The Pink Compass Your Mother Broke But We Can Still Read It - HERE I LIE 13:08

11M ago13:08

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SUMMONING YOURSELF. SUDDENLY THIS TECHNIQUE SEEMS INCREDIBLY PRESSING TO RELAY. YOU DO NOT PRESS PLAY ON YOUR BELLY BUTTON AND EXPECT TO SIMPLY BE ON, NOW DO YOU? NO, COAXING THE YOU OUT OF THE WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE IS A MUCH MORE HOCUS POCUSY ORDEAL. THINK KINDERGARTEN ARTS & CRAFTS MEETS 1920’S NEW ORLEANS VOODOO. WHO DAT WHO SAY WHO DAT WHEN I S…

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I.N.K. 5 (Mango Shivers Monkey Wrench) 2:59

11M ago2:59

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poetry from an upcoming book by Zachary Murdock written & performed by Zachary Murdock x music by Kevin Joseph x mixed by RedButtonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.instagram.com/channelthesun/…

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The Pink Compass Your Mother Broke But We Can Still Read It - IN LIEU OF REHAB 12:43

11M ago12:43

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KALEIDOSCOPICALLY SPEAKING, THE DATA CHANGES THE OBSERVER & SO ONE MUST BE WARY OF THE INTEL THEY INGEST. FOR EXAMPLE, A TRUSTED SOURCE INFORMS YOU THAT THE WORLD IS ENDING, CLAIMING THAT THE PEBBLE IN THEIR SHOE IS CATACLYSMIC AND YOU RUN SCREAMING “ALL IS LOST” INTO THE SANCTUM OF YOURSELF. YOUR GENIUS PANICS. YOUR MANIC DEPRESSIVE YELLS “I TOLD …

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The Pink Compass Your Mother Broke But We Can Still Read It - MY WEDDING RING DOESN’T FIT ANYMORE PLUS I LOST IT (TWICE) 12:22

12M ago12:22

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INERTIA BE DAMNED! I AM HERE TO UNEARTH THE HELL YES. GOOD SIR, PLEASE DO NOT SHINE YOUR SPELUNKING HEADLAMP IN MY EYES. LOOK AWAY! I DO NOT MEAN BUSINESS, I MEAN PLAY, PLIABLE AND PLAY DOUGHY, PLATO WOULD BE PROUD IF HE COULD SEE ME SO FAR OUT OF THE CAVE. MAYBES AND MAYBE NOTS HAVE NO BEARING ON MY BOISTEROUS BOUNCE, I AM UNEQUIVOCALLY BATSHIT FO…

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I.N.K. 4 (Full Of Nothing) 2:48

12M ago2:48

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poetry from an upcoming book by Zachary Murdock written & performed by Zachary Murdock x music by Kevin Joseph x mixed by Red Buttonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.instagram.com/channelthesun/…

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Zanzibar Blue 23:19

1y ago23:19

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Art. A fine line between diary and entertainment, suicide note or love letter to a friend. An obituary, a recipe, a map, a confession, a rule book, a myth, evidence that you're here. Written and performed by Zachary Murdock Field Episode scored, mixed and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Classical composition "Seeing In Reverse" by Prospect Lux S…

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Thank You Death featuring Edward Crowe 1:07:05

1y ago1:07:05

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Death is often considered to be an end. In this case it's the beginning... Intro written and performed by Edward Crowe Episode mixed by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: Thank You Death by Zachary Murdock produced by Jeremy Ian Thomas Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow…

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No Signal 20:14

1y ago20:14

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Sometimes off a cliff is the only way to escape... ---------- Credits: Written and performed by Zachary Murdock Field Episode scored, mixed and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Classical composition "Parallel Chambers" by Prospect Lux Featuring the inevitably infinite Taylor Cox Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & …

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Wild Thing Life featuring Amnesia Poetry 18:36

1y ago18:36

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A lost file... written before but somehow from tomorrow. Written and performed by Zachary Murdock featuring Taylor Cox Music by Kevin Joseph and Prospect Lux Mixed by Prospect Lux Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus material & support our show: patreon.com/Channelthesun & follow us on Instagram for magic creations: https://www.…

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A_VOID (Chapters 0-11) 32:37

1y ago32:37

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Much love to everyone who came to our film premiere / album release this past weekend and to those of you who were with us in spirit. This project represents a culmination of deep searching, wild collaboration and poetry as a way of life. The film and album are now available online and without further ado we will be disappearing into the Void. Watc…

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God Help Me, I'm Awake! featuring Lily Fangz 1:34:34

1y ago1:34:34

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“The progress of an artist is a continual self-sacrifice, a continual extinction of personality.” — T.S. Eliot In this episode, Zachary and Lily explore the excruciating bliss of awareness and the sacrifice required of the artist. Follow Lily’s journey here: https://www.instagram.com/lilyfangz?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Episode mixed and arranged by Kev…

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Dying To Know featuring Michael Meade 1:11:45

1y ago1:11:45

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In this episode, Zachary and Michael explore imagination’s vital role in human survival and how to dance between worlds without getting lost. Follow Michael’s journey here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmeade_mosaicvoices?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Episode mixed and arranged by RedButtonz Support the show Thank you for listening... Unlock bonus mater…

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The Pink Compass Your Mother Broke But We Can Still Read It - BUTTDIAL 12:26

1y ago12:26

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LIFE FEELING A LITTLE HEAVY THESE DAYS? WELL LAND HO! DON YOUR OLD SEERSUCKER, ANOINT THE IVORY CIG HOLDER WITH A LIPSTICK KISS & EXHALE ALL YOUR WORRIES WITH A LITTLE BUTTDIAL EAVESDROPPING. WHO SAYS WALLPAPER DOESN’T WHISPER, LET ALONE HEAR? WELL HERE YOU ARE, BACK IN TRUE FORM, RIDICULOUSLY HANDSOME WITH A SPLASH OF GORGEOUS DIRT FOR BITES & TIC…

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3 Birds With 1 Poem featuring Kimberly Denitz-Zuleger 1:21:42

1y ago1:21:42

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In this episode, Kimberly and Zach explore the art of being your authentic self, the madness of the medical system and how to give birth to three birds with one poem. Follow Kimberly's journey: https://www.instagram.com/mamathreebirds/ Audio mixed and arranged by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Intro score music by Sher Vantiger Song: How Many Buddhas?" by …

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A Sirius Bozo featuring Lindsay Mack 1:34:25

1+ y ago1:34:25

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In this episode, Zachary and Lindsay explore the multi-faceted nature of The Fool, embracing all parts of self and how to distinguish between mind chatter and soul whispers. Follow Lindsay’s journey: https://www.instagram.com/wildsoulhealing?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Audio mixed by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: "Life On Mars" by Zachary Murdock: https:/…

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Easy Boy featuring Cacky Mellor 1:23:46

1+ y ago1:23:46

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In this episode, Zachary and his somatic movement therapist, Cacky Mellor, explore the spiraling path of wounded healers, how to embody the poetry of your soul and the healing powers of creativity. Follow Cacky’s journey: https://www.instagram.com/somaticreclamation?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Audio mixed by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: “Easy Boy” by Zac…

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Tornado Teddy featuring Xenia Viray 1:35:36

1+ y ago1:35:36

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In this episode, Xenia and Zach explore the fragile invincibility of childhood magic, the reclamation of innate creativity and how letting go is usually (always) the way to receive. Follow Xenia's journey: https://www.instagram.com/mythsofcreation/ Audio mixed by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: "Half A Man" by Zachary Murdock x Justice Joslin: https:/…

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Car Trouble featuring Rodney Norman 1:14:08

1+ y ago1:14:08

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In this episode, Rodney and Zach take the Hearse for spin only to break down in the right place at the right time. As Joseph Campbell said, “Where you stumble and fall, there you will find gold.” Follow Rodney's journey: https://www.instagram.com/rodneydnorman/ Audio score / mix by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: "pre - sober up" by Zachary Murdock x …

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F%+K S^X featuring Krissy Lynn 1:19:28

1+ y ago1:19:28

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In this episode, Zachary and Krissy explore how earth is a school, indigo children, eagle eye innocence & the theatrical spectrum of humanity. Oh, and S3X, the reality behind the Oz curtain of porn and how kissing toads may indeed prove to trigger fairytale metamorphosis. Follow Krissy’s journey: https://www.instagram.com/krissylynnloveofficial?igs…

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Yes I'm Not featuring Loove Moore 1:08:42

1+ y ago1:08:42

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In this episode, Zachary and Loove explore the difference between love and addiction, trusting yourself in the modern storms of opinion and vulnerability as a superpower. Follow Loove's journey: https://www.instagram.com/theloovemooreshow/ Audio score / mix by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: "Love's Gravity" by Red Buttonz x Zachary Murdock from their…

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Which Doctor? featuring Jurelle 1:24:04

1+ y ago1:24:04

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In this episode, Zachary and Jurelle analyze the modern world through ancient eyes and peer past the shimmering veil that separates the visible and invisible realms. Follow Jurelle's journey: https://www.instagram.com/juiseleroy/ Audio score / mix by Kevin Joseph Grossmann Song: "Møøn Language" by Zachary Murdock x Red Buttonz Support the show Than…