Human Amplified

Taoist guide, barefoot doctor, and 40-year Qigong practitioner Sifu Boggie joins Brandi Fleck to demystify life-force energy, show why quantum physics now echoes 10-millennia-old Taoist wisdom, and share hands-on techniques—from an instant palm “magnet” exercise to gaze-shifting tricks—that calm anxiety, relieve pain, and reconnect us to the natural flow of the univers...

When art, activism, and anatomy meet, movement becomes medicine. Nashville choreographer, writer, and community organizer Amanda Cantrell-Roche explains how embodied storytelling heals personal trauma, fuels social-justice campaigns, and even reshapes the immigration debate. 

Along the way she...

What really keeps us stuck when we know we need a change? 

Bridget Meadows unpacks why the human brain clings to safety, how science and intuition actually team up, and the simple “even-if” wording swap that snaps you out of fear-spirals. If you’re circling a personal or professional cul-de-...

Dona Amelia, a renowned keynote speaker and executive coach, shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings in Indonesia to leading Asia's largest executive peer network. We discuss the significance of resilience, authenticity, and connection in enhancing our human experience. 

Dona als...

Singer-songwriter duo Patty Cakes (Patty Carasquillo) and Boomer Roe share their deeply personal journey into the Nashville music scene—proving that it’s never too late to follow your calling. 

Patty, a single mom and lupus warrior, picked up the guitar at 41 and hasn’t looked back since. Bo...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Human Amplified, I sit down with Dr. Megan Galaske, a holistic allopathic physician, musician, and sound healer, to explore how music and sound frequencies are more than just art—they’re medicine.

Dr. Galaske shares her transformation from a burnt-o...

In this deeply moving episode, Brandi Fleck welcomes spiritual teacher, leadership development consultant, and trauma-informed coach Monica Moody to share her powerful journey of healing after a multiple myeloma diagnosis. What started as a divine calling to build a sacred space for Black women turned into a spiritual unraveling that led Monica to a new path of rest, s...

Certified hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner Piper Niemann joins me to explore how our beliefs, habits, and subconscious mind shape the human experience. 

From quitting smoking to uncovering karmic lessons through quantum healing, this episode sheds light on how we can use hypnotherapy to r...

Renowned psychotherapist, author, and inspirational speaker, Joan Childs joins us to explore the complex nature of love, hate, and human connection in modern relationships. 

With over 47 years of experience, Joan dives deep into why so many couples struggle to stay together, the impact of un...

Renowned psychotherapist, author, and inspirational speaker, Joan Childs joins us to explore the complex nature of love, hate, and human connection in modern relationships. 

With over 47 years of experience, Joan dives deep into why so many couples struggle to stay together, the impact of un...

Emerson Wright—law professor, legal realist, and co-host of the Talking Legal Ed podcast—returns to the show with a hard-hitting conversation on the rule of law, trans rights, and how the current U.S. administration is reshaping the legal landscape.

Brandi and Emerson unpack the chilling realitie...

What happens when a sitting president tests the limits of the Constitution? And what power does the average citizen really have when things feel out of control?

In this episode, Brandi Fleck speaks with historian and educator Grady Eades—Associate Professor of History at Volunteer State Community C...

Tia Coffey, a life coach, operations consultant, and mom of three, joins us for a powerful and vulnerable conversation on what it means to untangle your identity from high-control religion.

As a former evangelical Christian, Tia shares the deeply personal story of deconstructing her faith while n...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Matt Anderson, a communications consultant, political strategist, and co-founder of Fortify Communications. 

From college newspaper revolutionist to Tennessee political insider, Matt shares his unique perspective on where democracy stands today, the g...

In this episode of Human Amplified, we welcome Pat Embry, a longtime Nashville journalist who has held roles as an editor at the Nashville Banner and The Tennessean, director of the John Siegenthaler Chair of Excellence in First Amendment Studies at MTSU, and communications director for the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. 

Today, we’re talking to guest Katie Jensen, of Franklin, TN. She’s first and foremost a mom and wife, but she’s also a NASM certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and travel planner. With everything she does, she loves empowering people to find happiness and confidence through healthy lifestyles that feel good.

She’s here today to help us wind up Human Amplified season 5 with ways to incorporate more fun, laughter, and play in...

So, you guys probably know by now that I’m a firm believer in finding your own custom mix of healing modalities when you’re focusing on healing your trauma. There’s not one silver bullet at any given time, but many modalities, when combined, can create a winning strategy. Some modalities work for you while some won’t, and depending on where you are in healing and what you need to process and integrate, different modalities may be b...

Today, we're talking to Kirby Fling. He’s a computer science guy turned trauma-informed relationship coach and Founder of his signature program, the Two Mind Method. He focuses on healing attachment wounds and preventing them in the first place. And while the topic at hand may seem heavy, this was such a fun conversation. You’ll walk away from it knowing how to approach relationships in healthier ways and how to take responsibility...

Today, we’re talking to Nashville-based yoga instructor, doula, and activist, Renee Watkins, about reconnecting to your body to make a real difference. And what does that actually mean? 

It means using breath work, which is the common thread among all of Renee’s passions and pursuits, so you can find not only emotional healing for yourself, but also for your community.

It’s evident that Renee cares deeply about helping people an...