The Astral Hour

Episode 69 features a conversation with Kelly Matthews. She is the host of the podcast Enlighten and Elevate with Kelly. She begins by sharing a little about her spiritual journey. We talk about how our challenging moments are also the ones that lead to our most transformative times. We do a deep dive into reiki, including what it is and some of the many ways we've both come to work with reiki.

Episode 66 features a conversation with Kimberly Haliburda in which we delve into existential philosophy and how we can use existential teachings to guide how we manipulate energy for ourselves and also in our healing practices. She begins by briefly explaining energy manipulation. She then goes on to describe what existentialism is, who founded existential thought, and how it relates to essentialism. We cover what the moral code looks like within existentialism and what an existential crisis is. We then explore ways that the framework of existentialism can be applied to the usage of witchcraft, healing practices, and other forms of energy manipulation, as well as how we can use it on our spiritual journey.

Episode 62 features a conversation with Jay Jay Russell. He starts by giving a little background on himself and his spiritual journey. Then, we explore some of the different aspects of the Tree of Life from a Qabalistic perspective. He goes on to explain some of the meanings of the Hebrew letters and the 4 Qabalistic worlds. We go down the rabbit hole and chat about some of the symbolism in Alice in Wonderland and The Matrix. Towards the end, he expands on the significance of the different degrees of initiation, along with the allegory of the dying and rising god.

Episode 61 features a conversation with Sandy Hanshaw. She starts by giving a little background on herself and her spiritual journey. Then she explains what halotherapy is, along with some of it's benefits and what to expect in a session. We explore the variety of services that are offered at her shop, The Sacred Owl and Salt Room. She shares some ways that working with past life regression can help support us in the present. We also discuss some things that we have each experienced during our own spiritual awakening. Towards the end she shares what she considers to be the most valuable practice she has picked up through all of her years of spiritual work.

Episode 60 features a conversation with Philip Clift. We begin by exploring some of the oldest Halloween traditions from cultures all over the world, along with what exactly they are each celebrating. We discuss how there is uniformity in this time of observance scattered among them across the globe. We explore how the Pleiades plays into this and the connection they share with the great deluge, or cataclysm. We also get into the significance of “the thinning veil”. Towards the end we discuss some ways we can tap into our folk mentality and imagination when celebrating this sacred time of year.

Episode 59 features a conversation with Gary Coppola. He starts by sharing some background on himself, his spiritual journey, and how his love for martial arts and eastern philosophy has carried with him throughout his life in a variety of metaphysical practices. He talks about some of the benefits of Yoga, Chi-Kung, and Tai-Chi and how these practices have helped him with his self-awareness, as well as overcoming alcoholism and drug addiction. We also explore some of the various types of divination that he works with which include Tarot and the I Ching. Towards the end of the episode, we explore feng shui and some energy clearing rituals. Facebook: Gary Coppola / Spearman's Mystic Chemistry

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Episode 57 features a conversation with my husband Justin. This is part two of two on Hermeticism and The Kybalion, a book that examines the 7 Hermetic Principles. We begin with a discussion about “The All” and how it leads to the concept that the Universe is mental. We then spend some time going over each of the principles in order. We share the way the book defines each principle and then try to find relatable ways to ground them in our present time to help us understand and work with them in a deeper, realistic way. At the end we share where to find resources on the subject including a spectacular documentary on The Kybalion by Mitch Horowitz.

Episode 56 features a conversation with my husband Justin and myself. This is part one of two on the topics of Hermeticism and The Kybalion, a book based around the Hermetic Principles. We start with the history of where this wisdom springs from including who Hermes Trismegistus was and some of the myths around Thoth and Hermes. We explore Marsilio Ficino’s life and works, and the role he played in keeping the flame of this ancient wisdom alive. We talk about the Cult of Serapis and some similarities it has to Jesus’s death and resurrection. We also discuss why we feel this information has been hidden from the masses. Towards the end, we touch on the philosophical and the technical components within Hermetics.

Episode 54 features a conversation with Amanda Lynch. She starts by giving a little background on herself and her spiritual journey. We explore Ayurveda, what a coaching session with her is like, and some tips on balancing our doshas during different seasons. She explains how she incorporates astrology into her coaching sessions and yoga classes. Then we move into talking about homeschooling, Waldorf education, and she shares a bit about Guiding Lights, the co-op she teaches at. We delve into Rudolf Steiner and the main difference between exoteric and esoteric Christianity. Towards the end she gives details on the women’s circle she has been inspired to create.

Episode 42 features a conversation with Philip Clift. In this episode we cover Barbara Hand Clow’s book “Alchemy of Nine Dimensions”. He begins by sharing how he discovered her work and what attracted him to it. He explains what the vertical axis is and how it connects all of the dimensions, as well as how it relates to the axis mundi in Hindu philosophy. He also elaborates on what she means when she talks about the keepers of each dimension. We then take the time to discuss each of the dimensions one at a time including some of their distinctions and features, as well as some ways that we can try to access them in our own lives.

Episode 37 features a conversation with Delane Cody. She starts by giving us some background on herself and her spiritual journey with her yoga practice and meditation. She shares a little bit about how she incorporates Reiki and Archangelic light into her work. She goes on to explain some about Biofield tuning and what it means to be a lightworker. Then, we talk about her unique style of energy coaching and explore what a session with her is like. Towards the end she shares some ways that we can bridge the gap between new and old paradigms, as well as some of the benefits that comes with doing this kind of work and how it’s changed her life.

Episode 36 features a conversation with Ginger Slate and Riah Buckson. We begin with a little background on their personal journey with art. Then we take some time to explore what art therapy is, as well as some of the it's noted benefits. We also talk about the different mediums that we work with and discuss the impact that colors have on our emotions.  

Episode 35 features a conversation with my friend Mollymae Carson. She starts off by sharing a bit about what light language is and how she discovered it. We talk about some of the different forms of light language and the various ways that it can be expressed. She explains a little about teaching it to others and also what a session is like. We then go on to explore some of the benefits from learning and practicing light language, as well as how it can be blended in with other healing modalities. Towards the end she does a mini session for us to give a better understanding of what it can sound like. If you love this episode, you can hear more from Mollymae in Episode 16.

Episode 34 features a conversation with Alicia Waite. She begins by giving us a little background on her spiritual journey. She explains what self care means to her and why it is important. Then, she shares some practices that she does when she is starting to feel burnt out and we talk about reprogramming our beliefs around selflessness and selfishness while finding the balance within these polarities. We also discuss the less idolized forms of self-care like giving up toxic people, situations, and addictive behaviors. You can follow her on Instagram @zenwithintheden

Episode 30 features an interview with Elizabeth Clanton. She starts by giving us some background on herself and her spiritual journey. She talks about what inspired her to become a Sekhem Seichim Reiki practitioner and explains a little about blue star energy. Then, she reveals some of the most meaningful experiences she’s had in a healing session and what a session with her is like. We also discuss how sound healing affects us mentally, physically and spiritually. Towards the end, she shares what inspired her to become a doula and how she can incorporate sound healing and Reiki into her practice.

Episode 28 features a conversation with Kandi Leigh. She starts by sharing some background on herself and her spiritual journey. We talk about how healing the physical body was a big step for both of us. She explains what a session with her is like and some of the different messages that come through to her from the Akashic Records during them. We explore a new modality that she's been working on called future casting. Then she explains her card readings and some different kinds of decks that she uses. Towards the end she goes into soul contracts, soul mates, twin flames and how she helps people transform their relationships.

Episode 27 features an interview with Aaron Braun. He starts off by giving us a little background on himself and his spiritual journey. We briefly go over what paganism is and give some examples of modern-day rituals. Next, we explore the differences between mythology and religion, as well as what he feels inspired some of these myths. We talk about some of the common practices of the Norse people and then discuss the similarities and differences in Odin’s vs Christ’s sacrifice. We end by chatting about Mimir’s Well and how it relates to the Akashic Records.

Episode 26 features a conversation with Ashley White of Tranquil Heart Holistic. She shares a little about her journey and what lead her to become a peristeam facilitator and yoga instructor. She defines the word yoni for us and explains where it originated. We explore some of the history of yoni steaming and different cultures that practice it. She then goes on to explain what a session is like and some of the common herbs she uses. We end by talking about cycle rituals and how this journey has impacted her.

Episode 25 features a conversation with Angelyn Nicholson. She starts by giving a little background on what inspired her to become a therapist and energy healer. She helps us get the idea of what a narcissist is and some red flags to look out for. She gives us advice on how to exist around these people and we talk about how to protect and shield ourselves from their influence. Then we explore what can be done to help clear our minds after waking up to the fact that we have been dealing with a narcissist and their cycle of abuse. Towards the end, we talk about how EMDR can help us get back on our feet after we leave a toxic relationship.

Episode 22 features a conversation with Philip Clift about Carl Jung’s Model of the Psyche. He starts off by giving us some background on Jung and then moves into the concept of the collective unconscious and how it relates to the personal unconscious. Next, he defines the shadow for us and explains how it plays a role in balancing the psyche. We explore the persona and how it relates to the ego, as well as how archetypes correspond to astrology, tarot, myths and legends. We talk a little about the individuation process and the deeper meaning behind the evolution of consciousness. Towards the end we share about our upcoming program we have been working on that we will be launching soon called Life as Guru that will be available in person and online.

Episode 20 features an interview with Molly Wagers of In Full Sight. She begins by sharing a little about herself and how she was introduced to the Akashic Records. Then she allows the records to come through her and explain what they are. We go on to talk about some of the ways accessing the records can help people and I share some details about some of my personal readings and experiences. Next, she shares some of the different ways she receives information from the records and some of the different energies that can come through during a reading. Lastly, she spends some time explaining how to prepare for a session and then we end with an encouraging message directly from the records.

Episode 19 features an interview with Daniel Mattson. He begins by sharing with us how he was introduced to martial arts and how his life experiences have influenced his teaching style. He explains how Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi differ from other styles of martial arts and we explore some of the different variations of Chi. Next, he shares some insight into how practicing martial arts has changed his life, and towards the end he lightly covers some of the different animal styles and symbols associated with kung fu.

Episode 18 features an interview with Lauren Logan of Practical Celestial. She starts off by giving us some background on how she became a professional astrologer and yoga instructor. We talk about how learning your birth chart can be liberating and some of the ways it has impacted us. She shares advice for people just getting into astrology and then discusses each of the houses and zodiac signs. We spend some time talking about rising signs and how they tend to encapsulate the rest of the chart. She also explains what she thinks are some of the most important placements in our charts and why our sun signs don’t fully define us.

Episode 17 features an interview with Amanda Trout of Purple Sage Aura Photography. We start off by talking about what inspired her to start this business and how aura photography has evolved over time. Next, we move into what the aura is composed of and all of the layers that are involved. This leads us to a discussion about the different attributes associated with each color and how the placements of the colors can indicate different things. Towards the end she explains why learning about our auras is important, as well as some ways that we can practice energetic hygiene and nourish our auras.