Launch Medicine

In episode 59, Aaron interviews Olivia Bareham, a death midwife, master teacher, and founder of Sacred Crossings, the Institute for Conscious Dying and Alternative Funeral Home, about the beauty and teachings in death.

Olivia speaks to her first, impactful experiences with death as a nurse’s assistant and with her own mother’s passing that inspired her to revere this great transition. She discusses how her relationship with death h...

In episode 58, Aaron chats with Ashley Newton, a family and school educator/consultant as well as a co-host of The Wild and Wise podcast, about how we heal families and the sacred element of water.

Ashley speaks to her experience with somatic practices and how self-care is key to compassionate and thoughtful parenting. She details how water can be used as medicine and how to create healthy containers for our emotions and struggles.

In episode 57, Aaron chats with Albert Flynn DeSilver, a poet, novelist, memoirist, speaker, and workshop leader about the powerful connection between writing and the spiritual journey.

Through healing from addiction and abuse, Albert was empowered to discover his love of writing. He talks about his pivot from photography into the literary world and his path into mindfulness meditation.

Aaron and Albert also discuss the relationshi...

In episode 56, Aaron chats with J Brave, an inspirational Hip Hop artist and creator of our theme song, about music as a transformational tool.

After a turbulent childhood, J Brave has had a life mission to spread positivity and a connection to divinity. He details his work with at-risk youth and the history of his group Luminaries.

Aaron and J Brave also talk about the corporatization of Hip Hop, the invigorating role of teaching,...

In episode 55, Aaron converses with Jason Hardi, founder and CEO of Muzik, about his work creating the next generation of headphones.

Growing up with an innovative mindset, Jason always wanted to solve the world’s problems, and he also knew that working as a team would make his ideas go far. He discusses how diversity and communication are key in effective business, and what it takes to be an entrepreneur.

Aaron and Jason also chat...

In episode 54, Aaron chats with Mikey Pauker, a tremendously talented musician and artist, about his songwriting and spiritual journey. With a background in the deep study of Judaism and Indigenous traditions, Mikey speaks to his path in finding the magic in all moments, the sacred experience of performing live, and how music connects us all despite our differences. Aaron and Mikey also discuss childhood struggles, the gifts that c...

In episode 53, Aaron converses with Beth Spindler, an internationally recognized yoga therapist and author, about her work treating trauma and fear through the vagus nerve. Beth speaks about her beginnings in yoga during her childhood, her teacher Eknath Easwaran as well as what it was like living in the Ramagiri Ashram, and how to avoid triggers when assisting others in relaxation. She also shares breath and physical practices to ...

In episode 52, Aaron speaks with Ram Dass Khalsa, a GRAMMY-nominated producer and touring musician, to discuss the alchemy of sacred music and how it plays a healing role in our lives. Ram Dass delves into his background in orchestral music, what it was like performing at the 61st Grammy Premiere Ceremony and Carnegie Hall. He discusses how music is the language of emotions and how the silence after a song serves as a powerful role...

In episode 51, Aaron speaks with Robin Rivera, Founder of Mastery of Ceremonial Facilitation, about strengthening spiritual connection through ceremony and self-discovery. *This episode is not for kids.*

Robin explores how childhood trauma led to healing and resilience, her transformative experiences with San Pedro, Ayahuasca, and Bufo medicines, and how honoring the help we receive is vital in the wellness journey.

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In episode 50, Aaron chats with Willee Roberts, founder of Hampui Hats, to examine the sacred medicine that hats hold and what it means to maintain a sustainable business. Willee details his history coming into the practice of hatting, his continued path of humility through transformation, and his deep respect for indigenous cultures. Aaron and Willee also explore miracles through business creation and operation, how to receive cri...

In episode 49, Aaron talks with Charles Clay, a Men’s Empowerment Coach, to discuss his incredible work helping others come into the greatest versions of themselves through self-healing tools and breath practices. Charles also opens up about his path into Neurokinetic therapy through a spiritual awakening sparked by a severe back injury, and shares how learning from our pain and listening to our bodies creates profound change. Thro...

In episode 48, Aaron talks with Vanessa Johansson, CEO of Rainshadow Labs, about her entrepreneurial and healing journey. She shares her early experiences in medicine ceremonies while traveling with her family in Mexico and how plant medicine inspired her to start her business in the personal care industry. Vanessa also talks about her commitment to a sacred business culture- the importance of quality products and her care for empl...

In Episode 47, Aaron chats with Natalie Rose Silva, founder of Godseye Oils about her journey as a business owner and how prayer plays a major role. Natalie does it all herself, from making perfume, mist, and body butter to packaging and selling. She shares how she figures it out, one step at a time, by following her interests and seeing where they take her. Aaron a...

In episode 46, Aaron chats with Spring Washam, a meditation teacher, author, healer, and visionary leader who is bridging the worlds of Buddhism and Ayahuasca through teachings and retreats. Aaron and Spring talk about the connection between various religious traditions and plant medicine. Spring shares her story of how she came to Ayahuasca after years as a Buddhist practitioner and how she believes they are complimentary practice...

What do you get when you mix a therapist, Abraham Hicks, and indigenous plant medicine? You get a great conversation between Aaron and Jeff Wright! In episode 44, Aaron chats with Jeff about the connection between prayer and Law of Attraction and how he weaves it into his work as a marriage and family therapist. They talk about how to see clearly what life is offering us, rather than dwelling on our misguided thoughts about our lif...

In episode 43, Aaron shares his thoughts on prayer and spirituality. Fresh from an Ayahuasca ceremony, Aaron talks about his experience with plant medicine and how it's helped him to connect to source, aka God, though that word is very loaded for so many people. This is a shorter episode, a little more introspective than usual, and something that Aaron felt compelled to share. If the topic sounds strange to you, you may want to jus...

In episode 41, Aaron chats with Erika Wright, CEO and founder of Supah Stah dark chocolate superfood bars. We learn about how Erika got into the chocolate business after years of being a body work practitioner and her experience running a company while also staying at home with her toddler. Aaron and Erika talk about feeling guided towards something better, and then taking responsibility for following that guidance. What might seem...