spiritual discussions

Dear PALs,

In this final episode of our first season, we, Josh and Erin, dive into a myriad of topics that have shaped our journey so far. From the quirky and light-hearted moments like singing ABCs with a twist to the profound and introspective discussions about life's absurdities, this episode is a tapestry of our experiences and thoughts.

We explore the nuances of family dynamics, the individualism prevalent in Western culture, and how these elements intertwine with our personal growth and understanding of the world. Our conversation meanders through the realms of spirituality, humor, and the everyday oddities that make life both challenging and joyous.

As we reflect on the year gone by, we delve into the significance of holidays and how they serve as a beacon of joy and a potential coping mechanism in the face of life's complexities. The episode is peppered with light-hearted banter, from discussions about flatulence to the unexpected moments in family movie nights.

We also touch upon the intriguing concept of coherence and how it can transform interactions, be it in a podcast or around the Thanksgiving dinner table. This episode is not just a conclusion to a season but a celebration of the journey, the growth, and the myriad of emotions we've shared.

As we wrap up season one, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our listeners, for being part of this journey. Your presence and engagement have been invaluable to us. We eagerly anticipate the start of season two and hope you'll join us as we continue to explore, laugh, and grow together.

Stay open, and find your joy in the little things,

Josh and Erin

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In this very special Halloween-themed episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with Angela Gore—a real deal working archeologist that specializes in Beringian archaeology: the study of the earliest humans in North America.

In this episode, we pivot from the usual, cliché Halloween content, opting instead for a deeper dialogue around our connection to the dead—and what that means for the health of our modern culture. We discuss the Indonesian tradition of digging up their dead to invite them back into the world of the living, how ancient proto-Americans interred their loved ones beneath their homes, and how the Japanese honor and “keep the dead close”—all a stark contrast to our death-phobic modern cultural norms.

From an archeological and anthropological perspective—Angela’s academic wheelhouse—the dead are all around us all of time, their remains enriching the terroir and becoming a part of the nature all around us. From a shamanic perspective—the foundation of Rachel’s spiritual practice-- the dead are all around us all the time in spirit, ready to interact and affirm through dreams, mediumship appointments, and other signs and symbols.

Halloween, The Day of the Dead, Samhain, All Saints Day and more are all late-October/ early November holidays that share a critical theme: take advantage of the thinning of the veil between the world of the living and the world of the dead to make contact with our dearly departed.

This episode is equal parts Discovery Channel and Beetlejuice, briding the realms of science and spirituality through the common ground of the dead.

Despite the macabre topic, we wrap our discussion with an unusually uplifting and positive tarot card pull from the TOTEM Tarot Deck. Just goes to show you: the realm of spirit is full of paradigm-shifting surprises, even when it’s from our tyrannical sponsor: The TOTEM Tarot Deck.

TOTEM Readings website (Rachel's practice): https://www.totemreadings.com
TOTEM Tarot Deck (card used in episode): https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578980126?ref=myi_title_dp

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Have you ever seen a ghost? 

Or are you intrigued by the tales of these non-physical apparitions?

In this episode Tansy speaks with guests Jacqueline Allen and Zoe Shomaker about the nature of ghosts, how to maintain good boundaries and Zoe shares some of her ghostly experiences.

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