Best Solo Practice University Podcasts (2025)

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Manifesting Magick: The Witch’s Guide to Getting What You Desire 🔮 Witchy Wednesday 23:45

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Step into the ancient art of manifestation through the eyes of a witch. In this Witchy Wednesday episode, we're guided on a flowing journey of focus, ritual, and embodiment. Blending folklore with practical magick. We’ll explore the power of words as spells, candle and moon rituals, sigils, and elemental practices with earth, air, fire, and water. …

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97. Ben Greenfield: How to Actually Optimize Your Biology Without Going Extreme 1:05:25

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What happens when elite fitness doesn't equal health? In this episode of Extend, Ben Greenfield joins me to discuss how blood tests showed he was metabolically compromised despite being an Ironman competitor, and shares the comprehensive testing protocols that changed his approach to wellness. We discuss the critical difference between fitness and …

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329 | Steven Pinker on Rationality and Common Knowledge 1:16:32

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Getting along in society requires that we mostly adhere to certainly shared norms and customs. Often it's not enough that we all know what the rules are, but also that everyone else knows the rules, and that they know that we know the rules, and so on. Philosophers and game theorists refer to this as common knowledge. In Steven Pinker's new book, W…

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Manifestation Rewired: What Science & Spirit Agree On ✨ Magic Monday 26:14

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For this Magic Monday, I’m taking you on a walk with me into the heart of manifestation. Not the fluffy version, but the real magic... where neuroscience meets spirit. I’ll share how our brains are wired to filter what we focus on, why emotions are the key to pulling desires closer, and how small, aligned actions turn intentions into momentum. Thin…

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128 - Mirabai Starr: Ordinary Mysticism: Your Life as Sacred Ground 1:22:06

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In this episode of The Sacred Speaks, host Dr. John W. Price welcomes Mirabai Starr—acclaimed translator of the mystics, teacher of interspiritual wisdom, and luminous guide to the sacred woven through daily life. Together, they explore the heart of ordinary mysticism: discovering holiness not only in monasteries or mountaintops, but in the tender …

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Between Worlds: Ghosts, Shadow Figures, Portals & Tinfoil Possibilities (Freaky Friday) 27:18

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Why are we so drawn to the paranormal? In this first Freaky Friday of YOM, I wander through the strange, the speculative, and the symbolic: Part I - The Tinfoil conspiracies, folklore, and wild theories about ghosts, portals, shadow figures, and why we might all be haunting ourselves. Part II - Sleep paralysis & my personal experiences with shadowy…

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96. Dr. Eric Verdin: Why Most Longevity Claims Are Wrong and What Science Actually Shows About Aging 54:10

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What if everything you've been told about longevity supplements is based on hype rather than science? Dr. Eric Verdin, CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, joins me on the Extend podcast to separate fact from fiction in the longevity field. We explore epigenetic reprogramming, why the immune system controls aging, and the reality that n…

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Your Cosmic Compass: The Star, the Nodes & Chiron (Witchy Wednesday) 28:25

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A guiding star, the pull of destiny, and the wounds that shape us. In this Witchy Wednesday episode, we begin with my morning's tarot reading. From there, we explore the Nodes of Destiny, uncovering the karmic lessons of the North Node and the comfort zones of the South Node. Finally, we dive into Chiron, the wounded healer, and how its placement c…

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95. Dr. Jeremy London: The Blood Tests Your Cardiologist Isn't Ordering That Could Save Your Life 1:28:38

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What if the blood tests you're not getting are more important than the ones you are? In this episode of Extend, Dr. Jeremy London joins me to explore the three lifestyle modifications that prevent most cardiac disease. We dive into how a continuous glucose monitor revealed his own pre-diabetes despite feeling perfectly healthy. We also share the bl…

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The Art of Beginning Again: Your Permission Slip to Start Fresh (Magic Monday) 23:45

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Beginnings are everywhere. In every sunrise, every Monday, every choice to reset. In this episode, we explore why starting over feels so hard, how to release the fear of wasted time, and why beginnings are actually proof of resilience. I’ll share reflections from my own resets, simple rituals for grounding into fresh starts, and even wisdom from my…

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328 | Mary Roach on Replacing Parts of Our Bodies 1:07:20

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Like any machine, bodies occasionally break down, and it's natural to go in search of a replacement part. Ancient societies featured simple prosthetics for teeth, noses, and limbs, while modern medicine pursues more advanced ways of replacing internal organs and microbiomes. But what is striking is not just the impressive ingenuity of our attempts …

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94. Scott Schwenk: The Monastery-Tested Method That Makes Meditation Actually Work 49:08

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After spending years at a monastery, meditation expert Scott Schwenk discovered the way most people approach meditation is exactly what keeps them from succeeding. The myths around emptying your mind, sitting in painful positions, and chasing mystical experiences sabotage practice before it begins. In this episode of Extend, Scott and I discuss the…

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Breadcrumbs from the Universe: Moon as Your Mirror & Numerology Made Simple 22:57

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Guided by phases and aligned by numbers. The moon moves in cycles... and so do we. In this episode, I share reflections on how lunar phases can mirror our own rhythms, then we dive into numerology: from the synchronicities of 11:11 and 444, to the meaning of life path, personality, and destiny numbers. A gentle reminder that the universe is always …

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127 - Jeffrey Kripal: How To Think Impossibly 1:18:55

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What does it mean to think impossibly? How do paranormal events, mystical visions, and encounters with the unknown reshape our understanding of what it means to be human?In this episode, host Dr. John W. Price sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Kripal — J. Newton Rayzor Professor of Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University, and one of today’s mo…

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93. Dr. Izabella Wentz: 90% of Thyroid Problems Are Autoimmune - Here's What Doctors Miss 1:10:52

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Most people think thyroid issues are just about taking a pill, but over 90% of hypothyroid cases are actually Hashimoto's—an autoimmune condition attacking your thyroid gland. In this episode of Extend, I’m joined by Dr. Izabella Wentz to dive deep into why standard TSH tests fail for years, how artificial sweeteners trigger thyroid dysfunction, an…

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Your Own Timing: Redefining Milestones, Trusting Your Phases, & Gentle Practices to Stop Spiraling 33:26

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In this episode of Your Own Magic, I explore a feeling so many of us carry quietly: the pressure of being “behind.” Behind on career, on love, on milestones that the world tells us should have happened by now. Together, we’ll unravel the myth of the linear timeline and redefine what success and milestones really mean. From celebrating the quiet ach…

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AMA | September 2025 3:30:04

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Welcome to the September 2025 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). We take questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable number -- based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the qu…

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92. Dr. Joel Warsh: The Real Story Behind Childhood Vaccine Studies + Informed Consent vs. Mandates 1:20:23

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What if the most basic safety research on childhood vaccines has never actually been done? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Joel "Gator" Warsh, an integrative pediatrician who's asking the questions about vaccine safety that medicine has avoided for decades. We explore why vaccines are studied against other vaccines instead of true pl…

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Cozy Catch-Up: Love, Career & the Magic of Venus and Midheaven Signs 29:36

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In this 2nd episode of Season 2, I’m catching you up on life lately! From living in Park City and building a life with my partner of two years (an old flame turned true love), to the everyday magic of mountain living, being a dog mom, sharing all of our signs, and stepping fully into a new career path. And because I always love to weave in a cosmic…

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91. Dr. Rupy Aujla: Why Your Kitchen Is More Powerful Than Your Pharmacy 1:22:13

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What if the device in your pocket is secretly sabotaging your metabolism, sleep, and longevity? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Rupy Aujla, a medical doctor turned lifestyle medicine pioneer who reversed his own heart condition through food and lifestyle changes alone. We explore the "cocaine phone vs. kale phone" strategy for digita…

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A New Era Begins: Returning to Your Own Magic & Grounding the Nervous System 32:12

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After 9 months away, Your Own Magic is back! ✨ This episode marks the start of a new era. One rooted in returning to your power, coming back to yourself, and remembering the small ways we can show up daily for the life we want. I share why I pressed pause, what finally nudged me to grab the mic again, and my new intention for this podcast: to offer…

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327 | Cass Sunstein on Liberalism 1:10:15

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"Liberalism," divorced from its particular connotations in this or that modern political context, refers broadly to a philosophy of individual rights, liberties, and responsibilities, coupled with respect for institutions and rule of law over personalized power. As Cass Sunstein construes the term, liberalism encompasses a broad tent, from Ronald R…

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90. Kristin Weitzel: How to Use Cold Plunging for Ultimate Nervous System Control 1:16:13

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What if three minutes in cold water could give you more confidence than years of therapy? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Kristin Weitzel, a breathwork expert and cold plunge coach who has certified over 325 instructors worldwide in her approach to nervous system regulation. We explore how to use breathwork to downregulate your nervous s…

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89. Sara Szal, MD: Why 80% of Women Experience Brain Fog in Perimenopause (And How to Fix It) 55:02

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What if the depression, brain fog, and weight gain you're experiencing isn't "just aging" but actually a treatable hormone deficiency? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Sara Szal, MD, a Harvard-trained gynecologist who has revolutionized how we approach women's health. We dive into why 80% of women experience brain dysfunction during menop…

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326 | Natalie Batalha on What We Know and Will Learn About Exoplanets 1:12:12

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In a relatively short period of time, exoplanets (planets around stars other than our Sun) have gone from an intriguing conjecture to an active field of scientific study, with over 5,000 confirmed discoveries. The task now is to move beyond merely accumulating new examples, and embarking on systematic studies of their properties. What fraction of s…

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88. Ben Azadi: The $4.6 Trillion Healthcare Crisis and How to Reverse Metabolic Disease in 30 Days 38:34

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93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy and don't even know it. In this episode of EXTEND, I sit down with Ben Azadi, metabolic health expert and New York Times bestselling author who transformed his life by losing 80 pounds after facing obesity, depression, and pre-diabetes at just 23 years old. We explore how one out of every four healthcare…

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126 - Adele Getty - A Sense of the Sacred: Finding Our Spiritual Lives Through Ceremony 1:29:53

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In this episode of The Sacred Speaks, John sits down with Adele Getty—spiritual teacher, author, and cultural bridge—to explore the urgent, timeless wisdom of her book A Sense of the Sacred. Though written nearly 30 years ago, Adele’s work feels more relevant than ever in a world hungry for meaning, ritual, and reconnection with the more-than-human…

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87. Layne Kilpatrick: The Shocking Truth About Microplastics Destroying Young Men's Hormones 56:44

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What if I told you that an 18-year-old athlete had a testosterone level of 26 - when it should be near 1,000? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Layne Kilpatrick, a pharmacist with over 30 years of experience who has been sounding the alarm about environmental toxins for years. We dive into the alarming decline in testosterone levels, how m…

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325 | Alvy Ray Smith on Pixar, Pixels, and the Great Digital Convergence 1:26:40

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The world is becoming pixelated. As computers and other digital devices become ubiquitous, human knowledge and communication and information is gradually being converted into, and manipulated as, strings of bits. What does that really mean, and what are the ramifications going forward? Alvy Ray Smith is a computer scientist, co-founder of Pixar, an…

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86. Tracey Stroup, ND: Why the Ozempic Craze Almost Ruined Peptide Therapy (And How Functional Medicine Got It Right) 52:14

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Did you know that functional practitioners have been using GLP-1 peptides safely for years—long before the Ozempic phenomenon hit mainstream medicine? In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Tracey Stroup, a naturopathic doctor and peptide therapy expert, who reveals how the pharmaceutical industry's approach to semaglutide created unnecessary c…

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85. Cynthia Thurlow: What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Menopause and Metabolic Health 2:05:00

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What if the symptoms you've been told to "just deal with" during perimenopause could actually be addressed? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Cynthia Thurlow, a nurse practitioner who left traditional cardiology to focus on women's health and metabolic medicine. We explore why the medical system has failed women during menopause, the criti…

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324 | Elizabeth Mynatt on Universities and the Importance of Basic Research 1:13:31

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It is not manifestly obvious that universities should be where most scholarly research is performed. One could imagine systems that separated out the tasks of "teaching students" and "generating new knowledge." But it turns out that combining them yields spectacular synergies, both from letting students experience cutting-edge research and from kee…

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84. Dr. Nick Norwitz: Why 'Evidence-Based' Medicine Fails Most People (And What to Do Instead) 23:38

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The top 10 grossing drugs only help 1 in 4 to 1 in 25 people who take them. Yet they're still considered "evidence-based" and prescribed to millions. In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Nick Norwitz, who reveals why you can't rely on population averages to fix your individual health problems. We explore why the medical system isn't designed …

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83. Dr. Joel Kahn: Why Most Cardiologists Are Missing the Real Causes of Heart Disease 50:00

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What if everything you've been told about preventing heart disease is only half the story? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Joel Kahn, a pioneering preventive cardiologist who's spent decades challenging the traditional approach to cardiovascular medicine. We explore why the 1961 Framingham risk factors represent an incomplete picture…

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AMA | August 2025 3:39:58

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Welcome to the August 2025 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). We take questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable number -- based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the quest…

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82. Dr. Amy Shah: The Real Reason Women Lose Strength in Perimenopause (And How to Get It Back) 26:53

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Why can't you open that jar anymore? Why does getting up from a chair feel harder than it used to? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Amy Shah to explore the strength crisis happening to women in perimenopause. We dive into the simple tests that reveal where you're losing ground—and why most women are shocked by their results. We also s…

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125 - Sean Manseau: The Devil You Know & Entheogenic Fitness Training 1:41:51

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In this unforgettable episode, Dr. John Price sits down with writer, ritualist, and mytho-technologist Sean Manseau, whose work bridges depth psychology, psychedelics, performance, and esoteric theology. Together, they explore Entheogenic Fitness Training (EFT)—a radical spiritual system designed for the metamodern age.EFT combines physical resista…

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81. Dr. Zain Kassam: How Your Gut Bacteria Control Your Brain, Weight, and Longevity 1:18:19

2M ago1:18:19

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What if I told you there's an organ in your body with more cells than the Milky Way has stars—and most doctors barely think about it? In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Zain Kassam, a gastroenterologist turned microbiome researcher who's pioneering how we understand the trillions of organisms living in and on us. We dive into why your g…

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323 | Jacob Barandes on Indivisible Stochastic Quantum Mechanics 2:58:21

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The search for a foundational theory of quantum mechanics that all physicists can agree on remains active. Over the last century a number of contenders have emerged, including Many-Worlds, pilot-wave theories, and others, but all of them have aspects that many people object to. Jacob Barandes has taken up the challenge, proposing a new formulation …

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80. Dr. Nayan Patel: Your Cells Are Drowning (And One Molecule Can Save Them) 34:55

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Oxidative stress. Toxin overload. Immune dysfunction. These aren't separate problems—they're all symptoms of your body working overtime on one exhausting job. In this episode of Extend, I sit down with Dr. Nayan Patel, a pharmacist who's dedicated his career to understanding glutathione—the molecule your body produces more than any other. We break …

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79. Dr. Scott Sherr: Hyperbaric Therapy: This is How Pressure + Oxygen Unlock Healing 1:30:49

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Low energy, brain fog, and poor recovery aren’t just part of getting older—they’re often signs that your cells are underperforming. And one major reason? They’re starved for oxygen. In this episode of Extend, I talk with Dr. Scott Sherr, a hyperbaric medicine specialist who helps patients and doctors worldwide use oxygen therapy to restore cellular…