Best Michael Byrd Podcasts (2025)

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The Sound Barrier #2: The noise that isn't there 33:39

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Almost 15% of adults suffer from a persistent, often intolerable sound... that is literally just in their heads. Why does the brain do this to us? We help one of our listeners get some answers. Guests: Stéphane Maison, director of the tinnitus clinic at Mass Eye and Ear; Susan Shore, professor emerita at the University of Michigan, and Dan Polley, …

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Somatic Safety, Breathwork & Intuitive Decisions for Real Intimacy with Mandy Hart 26:35

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On Sacred Harmony, we dive into somatic safety, trauma-informed breathwork (chest–belly–pelvis), nervous system regulation, and intuition-led decision-making with certified sexologist Mandy Hart. Mandy explains how mapping sensations, practicing belly and pelvic breathing, and slowing down awareness can shift anxiety, dissolve shame, and create gro…

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Education in Idaho in 2026 with Debbie Critchfield | Ever Onward - Ep. 98 52:10

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A one-room school with three third graders. A teacher living in an RV to reach them through winter. A powerhouse high school on the other side of the state. That’s Idaho’s daily reality—and the backdrop for a quiet surge in K-12 results that’s changing how students read, train, and launch into work. We sit down with Superintendent Debbie Critchfiel…

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The Sound Barrier #1: The myth of hearing 40:18

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Just like optical illusions trick our eyes, audio illusions can trick our ears. It makes scientists wonder: What exactly are we hearing, when we're hearing? This is the first episode of our new four-part series, The Sound Barrier. Guests: Diana Deutsch, emeritus professor at the University of California, San Diego; Matthew Winn, professor at the Un…

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Healing the Unseen: Fasting, Forgiveness, and Inner Alchemy with Dr. Jonathan Locust 20:35

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In this powerful episode of Sacred Harmony, Dr. Jonathan Locust shares his extraordinary journey of self-healing and spiritual transformation. From being told he’d need lifelong medication to achieving complete healing through fasting, meditation, and forgiveness, Dr. Locust’s story bridges science and spirit in the most authentic way. He opens up …

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Imagination Creates Reality: How to Remember Who You Are and Shape Your Life with Dylan Borland 27:18

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On this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Archita Garg sits down with Dylan Borland, founder of Caden Academy, to break down a direct, practical approach to conscious creation. We unpack how imagination—paired with felt emotion and faith—can shift identity, dissolve victim mindset, and align daily action with outcomes. Dylan explains living “from the…

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Finding True Harmony: Music as a Pathway to Peace and Purpose with Allison Davis 24:19

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On this Sacred Harmony episode, host Archita speaks with Allison Davis about how music can ground a restless mind, build inner stability, and translate faith and values into daily practice. From growing up in a musical and spiritual home to discovering jazz as a catalyst for aliveness, Allison explains “true harmony” as a disciplined choice: pause,…

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Episode 49 Ray Zingler Hammers Only 2:15:48

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In this episode we talk to conjugate coach Ray Zingler of Zingler Strength in Georgia. Ray has been putting out monster athletes out of his garage on is property in Georgia. He tells us how he was inspired to start training, how he trains and his philosophy Support the showBy Brandon Byrd

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Solve me a river 37:18

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This week on Unexplainable or Not, Sally Helm, the newest member of our team, tries to figure out what's killing mussels, why rivers suddenly change course, and what the longest river in the world is. Guests: ⁠Douglas Edmonds⁠, professor at Indiana University; ⁠Neel Dhanesha⁠, science reporter For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.c…

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Adam Aisen, CEO, ECP 18:15

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Joining us on today's episode of Transform from Senior Housing News is Adam Aisen, CEO of ECP, which provides a complete web-based software suite for assisted living and long-term care communities. In this interview, Adam and SHN's Jack Silverstein discuss the future of senior living capital, labor, and the impact of AI on both. Don’t miss this exc…

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Transforming Relationships & Communication: The G×G×G Happiness Formula with Anil Gupta 19:17

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On Sacred Harmony, we speak with Anil Gupta—internationally known as “The Love Doctor,” TEDx speaker, and bestselling author—about simple, repeatable systems for better relationships and a calmer mind. Anil breaks down his Happiness Formula (Give × Gratitude × Grow), shows how to use a Relationship Score to spot what to improve next, and outlines d…

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Astral Reiki, Human Design & Crystal Healing: Faster, Cleaner Energy Work with Scarlett Seebach 23:28

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On Sacred Harmony, we explore Astral Reiki with energy practitioner Scarlett Seebach—how projecting the light body can deliver cleaner, more precise sessions than traditional distance or in-person Reiki. We dig into grounding and protection protocols, crystal grids (rose quartz, labradorite, fluorite, amethyst, tourmalinated quartz), and why Human …

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How Humility Builds Stronger Teams with Coach Wade Anderson | Ever Onward - Ep. 97 44:07

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Leadership isn’t always loud—it’s earned through humility, consistency, and the kind of listening that makes people feel seen. As Tommy Ahlquist shares in his introduction, this conversation has been a long time coming. Coach Wade Anderson isn’t just another guest—he’s one of Tommy’s greatest mentors, a man he calls a legend, a hero, and a friend. …

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This episode is haunted and spooky 19:52

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Now why would you click on something like this? What's wrong with you?! Why are you — and so many other people — into scary stuff? Two scientists are trying to find out. (Originally aired in 2024) Guests: Mathias Clasen and Marc Andersen, co-directors of the Recreational Fear Lab at Aarhus University For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠v…

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Practices for Harmony On and Off the Mat: Integrating Yoga into Daily Life with Veronique Ory 27:17

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, we explore how yoga extends beyond the mat and into every aspect of daily life. Veronique Ory, an intuitive movement and mindful awareness guide, yoga teacher, and author of Shine On and Off the Mat, shares practical ways to cultivate calm, clarity, and alignment in everyday routines. From morning rituals and mind…

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Website: Adapt or Vanish: Why Businesses Must Embrace AI Now | Michael Elliot 23:26

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In this episode of Inner Light, host Sana welcomes Michael Elliot, a digital advertising expert turned AI strategist, to discuss why businesses that delay AI adoption risk being left behind. Michael shares actionable insights on how AI can transform sales, customer service, and operational efficiency while emphasizing the human element in technolog…

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Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey, CEO, Health Dimensions Group 38:11

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In 2025, Health Dimensions Group has reached the milestone of 50 communities and the company is now looking internally to integrate new communities into its senior living portfolio. Crucial to these transitions are three distinct operations teams tasked with onboarding new properties. Tune in now!By Senior Housing News

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Somatic Movement for Emotional Healing — Release, Reconnect & Reclaim Joy | Melanie Smithson 25:22

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On this episode of Sacred Harmony, host and somatic practitioner Melanie Smithson explains how movement becomes medicine for emotional and spiritual healing. Melanie — a dancer since age four, licensed somatic psychotherapist and spiritual integration hypnotherapist — shares simple somatic interventions (breath, tracking sensation, shaking, embodim…

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Consider the shrimp 24:20

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Killing two people is worse than killing one. What about 440 billion crustaceans? Adapted from Dylan Matthews's essay on Vox.com. This story is part of a series supported by Animal Charity Evaluators, which received a grant from EarthShare. For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Rewiring Trauma: Neuroscience, Memory Reconsolidation, and the ARISE Method for Real Healing — Wendy Byrd 22:40

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On Sacred Harmony, we cut through the noise on trauma recovery. Therapist Wendy Byrd explains how trauma is stored in the brain, why awareness alone doesn’t shift patterns, and what actually creates durable change: memory reconsolidation, EMDR, somatic reprocessing, and integrating soul-level meaning. We cover early childhood imprints, implicit mem…

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Boise’s Blueprint for Growth with Michael Ballantyne | Ever Onward - Ep. 96 49:21

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Boise is in a renaissance—and not the glossy kind that happens only on brochures. We’re talking about the gritty, sleeves-rolled-up version driven by accurate data, shared ownership, and citizens who show up when roads, schools, and hospitals feel the strain. With TOK Commercial’s managing partner Michael Ballantyne, a seventh-generation Idahoan an…

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When talent vanishes overnight 28:47

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Think about the thing you’ve practiced more than anything else in the world. Maybe it’s painting. Or writing. Or playing baseball. Now, imagine you wake up one day, and you just can’t do it. You’re not sick. You’re not injured. But suddenly, that one thing is impossible. (Originally published in 2024) Guests: Rick Ankiel, former Major League Baseba…

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Cardiac Rhythm, Consciousness, and Mindset: How Your Body Clock Shapes Clarity and Purpose with Jason Yun 24:19

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On this episode of Sacred Harmony, we unpack the link between cardiac/circadian rhythm, consciousness, and mindset with Jason Yun, founder of Improvement Warrior Fitness. We explore how light, sleep timing, and daily habits recalibrate hormones, energy, focus, and emotional presence—plus practical steps to realign your internal clock without relyin…

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Healing Through Creation: Using Art to Process Trauma, Integrate Shadow, and Reclaim the Self with Devorah Brinckerhoff 22:06

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On Sacred Harmony, we explore how creativity becomes a practical path for trauma processing and identity repair. Artist Devorah Brinckerhoff (RISD-trained; creator of Soul Portraits) shares how painting, collage, and mixed media help people move from overwhelm to integration—honoring painful histories without bypassing them. We discuss using person…

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Aligning With Heaven’s Frequency: Practical Intuition, Dream Decoding, and Inner Sanctuary with Caleb Matthews 22:44

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On Sacred Harmony, we cut through the mystique of spirituality and get practical. Spiritual strategist and dream interpreter Caleb Matthews explains how to align with “Heaven’s frequency” by treating intuition as a skill, not a slogan. We unpack a three-part model of spirit, soul, and body; a simple method to decode dreams without taking them liter…

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Resilience As a Sacred Practice: Breathwork, Food as Medicine, and Owning Your Story with DK Kang 24:22

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On Sacred Harmony, host Pragya sits down with DK Kang—author, martial artist, and wellness advocate—to unpack resilience as a daily spiritual practice. From breathwork, Bible study, and movement, to plant-forward eating and ancestral ferments like kimchi, DK shares how he and his wife navigated infertility, a 2024 breast-cancer diagnosis, and a sud…

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Lost in the Rat Race: Reclaim Your Inner Compass in an Achievement-Obsessed World | Mridula Agarwal 20:45

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On this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Pragya talks with trauma-recovery expert and IReAwake founder Mridula Agarwal about opting out of the hustle trap without opting out of success. From student pressures and social benchmarks to burnout and identity loss, Mridula lays out how to stop running on autopilot, reconnect with your inner compass, and …

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Teaching Through Passion: Dyslexia, ADHD & Turning Kids’ Interests Into Learning Superpowers — with Russell Van Brocklen 23:30

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On this episode of Sacred Harmony, we unpack a practical framework for helping kids learn—especially those with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD—by starting with what they already love. Guest Russell Van Brocklen explains how to flip the script from “general-to-specific” to “specific-to-general” questioning, and why engaging the front-of-brain word analysis → ar…

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Small City, Big Vision: Molly Lenty on Garden City’s Next Chapter | Ever Onward - Ep. 95 38:24

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Garden City, Idaho is only four square miles—but right now, it feels like the center of the Treasure Valley. With a professional soccer team arriving, the Expo sports park taking shape, and the river and Greenbelt drawing more people every season, the stakes for smart, human‑centered growth have never been higher. We sit down with mayoral candidate…

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The Healing Power of Kava: Building Community Through Roots Kava Bar with Robert Lattig 16:17

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya sits down with Robert Lattig, founder of Roots Kava Bar and an ethnogenic online shop, to explore how kava is redefining social spaces and wellness. From Fiji’s cultural traditions to New York’s modern wellness community, Robert shares how he and his wife transformed a closing bar into a thriving hub fo…

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Thriving in a Strange World with Robert Hamburger 11:26

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya is joined by writer and seeker Robert Hamburger to explore what it truly means to thrive in uncertain and chaotic times. Together, they reflect on fear, pain, uncertainty, and the search for harmony in today’s world. Robert shares personal stories—like the grief of losing a beloved pet—that became profo…

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Episode 48 Plus 2 University Pt. 1 with Eric Licter 1:32:21

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In this episode we talk with Plus 2 University owner and coach Eric Licter. We discuss how his football career led him to go into strength and conditioning instead of law enforcement. He opened up a gym in Cleveland training Ted Ginn and NBA basketball draft picks including Labron James. Enjoy Support the show…

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The Power of Silence: Centering Prayer, Gratitude, and Inner Stillness with Rich Lewis 11:29

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, we sit down with Rich Lewis—author of Sitting with God and longtime practitioner of Centering Prayer—to explore the transformative power of silence. Rich shares how a search for spiritual depth led him to this meditative practice, and how it has reshaped his relationship with God, his inner world, and daily life. …

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Composing chaos 27:56

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Terry Riley's "In C" is one of the most influential pieces of music of the last century...but you'll never hear it the same way twice. Guest: Evan Ziporyn, composer, clarinetist, and producer of "In C" For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unexplainable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And ple…

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Mindfulness and Transformative Daily Routines for Lasting Change with Briana Ellison 12:07

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Healing Spirituality and Reclaiming Self After Abuse with Amanda J. Scott 18:06

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How Boise, Idaho Was Developed with Skip Oppenheimer | Ever Onward - Ep. 94 50:43

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Does Tylenol cause autism? 26:56

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Donald Trump and RFK Jr. seem convinced that it does. But our friends at Science Vs say the data is far more complicated. Guest: Meryl Horn, senior producer at Science Vs For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unexplainable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And please email us! ⁠⁠⁠⁠u…

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Healed to Heal: Faith, Neuroscience & the Power of Stillness with Kathleen Marie Johnson 22:23

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In this conversation, author, speaker, and Bible teacher Kathleen Marie Johnson (“Scripture Girl”) explores how radical healing moves us from survival to spiritual flow. We unpack the mind–body connection, the biology of belief, how stillness resets a fight-or-flight system, and why music and worship tune us back to harmony. Kathleen shares insight…

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Episode 47 Dan Ficter of Wanna Get Fast Pt. 1 1:37:04

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In this episode we discuss training with Wanna get fast owner Dan Ficter. Ficter is a high school coach and performance coach in Rochester NY. He was an American football player who played college and Arena football. Ficter began by helping hockey players make the NHL. He is heavily influenced by DB Hammer and Jay Schroeder who trained Adam Archule…

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Koshas, Intuition, and the Bliss Body: Practical Healing with Yoga Nidra with Danielle Matthews 20:00

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In this Sacred Harmony episode, brain-injury survivor and yoga therapist Danielle Matthews breaks down the five koshas (sheaths) — physical, energy, mental, wisdom, and bliss — and shows how practices like Yoga Nidra, breathwork, intention/mantra, nature time, and sound can quiet the chitta (mental noise) so intuition becomes clear. We explore why …

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Episode 46 Florida State Baseball Jamie Burleson 2:36:09

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In this episode we talk with Florida State Seminole baseball Strength and conditioning coach Jamie Burleson. Jamie is the 1st NCAA coach to appear on the Byrd Sports Performance podcast. Jamie has been training FSU since 2018. He's had stops at Florida, Penn State and Central Florida. Burleson goes over how he uses the conjugate philosophy to train…

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Purpose, Compassion, and Changing Lives Through Action with Kenny Sacht 20:08

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya speaks with Kenny Sacht, co-founder of Wipe Every Tear, an organization committed to providing refuge, restoration, and hope to women rescued from trafficking in the Philippines. Kenny shares how his journey began with a broken heart after witnessing the sex trade firsthand and how one step of faith gre…

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Episode 86| Anthony Byrd: The Journey From Usher Raymond’s Spotlight to City Hall Leadership 57:09

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Real-life zombies 26:56

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Zombies might seem like the stuff of horror movies, but there are lots of examples of parasites taking over bugs’ bodies and bending them to their will. Guest: Mindy Weisberger, author of Rise of the Zombie Bugs: The Surprising Science of Parasitic Mind-Control For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, g…

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Yoga, Nervous System Healing & Women’s Burnout During Back-to-School Season | Rachel Lundberg 20:54

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August may bring sharpened pencils and new routines, but for many women—teachers, moms, and caregivers—it also triggers stress, burnout, and emotional overload. In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya sits down with Rachel Lundberg, a movement and yoga therapeutics expert with over 30 years of experience, to explore how the nervous system hol…

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Vibrations, Paradox, and Sovereignty: Unlocking Harmony Through Paradoxical Heka with Reginald Martin 23:50

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Reginald Martin, spiritual architect and creator of Kametaphysics™, to explore how vibrations and paradox hold the keys to healing and self-sovereignty. Reginald shares how Paradoxical Heka—an ancient energetic technology blending breath, sound, and symbolism—helps us integrate s…

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Glenn & Mindy Stearns: The Power of Servant Leadership | Ever Onward - Ep. 93 49:06

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Recorded live at our Kerosene event, where they keynoted alongside Tommy Ahlquist, Glenn and Mindy Stearns share their extraordinary journey from adversity to impact. Glenn’s path was anything but easy. Growing up in Maryland with alcoholic parents, he failed fourth grade due to dyslexia and became a father at just 14 years old. After a moment of c…

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How to change your personality 39:50

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Who are you, really? Our friends at The Gray Area ask whether it's really possible to change. Guest: ⁠Olga Khazan⁠, author of Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unexplainable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Navigating the Messy Middle: Health, Growth & Reinvention with Becca Eve Young 23:35

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In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya sits down with Becca Eve Young, transformational coach and author of It’s Gonna Get Messy. Together, they unpack what Becca calls the messy middle—that uncomfortable but sacred stage of life where things fall apart, yet true reinvention begins. From heartbreak and career shifts to finding humor in heali…