Pop Mystic
Welcome to Pop Mystic, where spiritualism meets entertainment. Host Ayla, a former Hollywood wannabe turned creative, teacher and reality fanatic, unravels pop culture symbolism and ancient narratives. From dissecting reality TV to decoding blockbuster marketing campaigns, each episode is a captivating dive into pop culture's mystical undercurrents. Whether you're a seasoned reality fanatic like Ayla or just dipping your toes into the world of spirituality, there's something for everyone in Pop Mystic. Tune in, expand your mind, and embrace the magic of Pop Mystic!
Episodes
🎄 Unwrapping the Origins of Christmas 🎄
Did you know Christmas is a repackaged pagan holiday? We’re peeling back the shiny wrapping paper to reveal how consumerist cultures hijacked it. 📦✨ But that’s not all — we’re diving into the irony of Christmas as a “public holiday” in countries that claim to separate church and state. Hypocrisy, much? 😏
With a little help from the Grinch (our honorary anti-consumerism king 👑), we’...
We're getting crabby 🦀 on this bonus mid-season episode of Pop Mystic! 🌟
As a Cancerian woman herself, Ayla dives deep 🌊 into the complexities of Cancerian men, discussing their traits, behaviors, and their portrayal on reality TV shows 📺. Drawing examples from #Scandoval and Vanderpump Rules, Jersey Shore, and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Ayla analyzes how Cancerian men navigate toxic masculinity 💪 and how reality ...
Join host Ayla on a mystical journey through the captivating world of fashion in this episode of Pop Mystic. ✨👗
Unveiling the true magic of self-expression, Ayla explores how fashion has evolved into a profound form of spirituality, transcending mere trends and fabric. 🌟🧵 Discover the glamour magic that has flowed through time as Ayla draws parallels between fashion and ancient cultures. 👑🌺
She reveals the symbolic significanc...
Get ready to uncover the real values of adult friendships on this episode of Pop Mystic. 🎙️
Join your host, Ayla, as we dive into the world of reality TV 📺 and discover how it models the dynamics of our own friendships. From alliances to betrayals, we explore the parallels between ancient communication practices like the talking circle 🪶 and reality TV reunions, the Catholic confessions VS reality TV confessionals and more.
Unco...
In this episode of Pop Mystic, host Ayla explores the theme of magic and witches. 🧙♀️✨
She reflects on her journey of personal power and the manifestation of her personal magic and gifts. 🔮🌟 Growing up believing in magic, she discusses her identity as a witch and the various definitions of witchcraft. Ayla explains how real magic requires effort and intention. 💪🔮
Throughout her life, she has returned to her belief in mag...
Welcome to Season Two of Pop Mystic! 🌟 In this first episode, your host Ayla spills the tea 🍵 on questionable and controversial teachers in the spiritual and personal development industry and the lessons learned from those experiences and stories.
Throughout the episode, Ayla encourages listeners to seek out teachers who embody transparency, humility, and knowledge in their chosen field. 🌿 She sheds light on the manipulative mar...
In this episode of Pop Mystic, Ayla delves into the world of archetypes using none other than The Sims as her base, reflecting on her journey into video games and their psychological effects.
Exploring Jungian archetypes through gameplay, she draws parallels between virtual life and reality, discussing the 12 archetypes found in The Sims and their relevance to branding, psychology, and storytelling.
From the sage to the creator to ...
What did pop culture teach you about love and relationships? In this episode, we breakdown different relationship and dating narratives that are being sold as 'truth' and 'ideals' via pop culture and how to break free of them.
We explore love and relationship narratives from ancient mythology, to Shakespeare, all the way to The Notebook. You can experience the NLP based modelling process first hand in this episode...
Shining on the iconic Mean Girls phenomenon, as our host, Ayla, delves deep into the captivating world of teenage drama. 🎬👯♀️
From the magnetic allure of Regina George to the whirlwind of adolescent emotions, join Isla on a journey through the drama-filled halls of tweenhood and the transformative power of self-reflection. 🔄💖
With a dash of sass and a sprinkle of mythological musings, Isla unravels the tangled web of mean gi...
This episode features a snippet from the unreleased pilot episode of this podcast series. It ended up unreleased because Ayla had a huge reality check about putting her faith in reality tv stars – the main subject of the episode: Bethenny Frankel, completely betrayed Ayla's image of her on the day she was going to release the podcast.
In the sizzling fifth episode of Pop Mystic, Ayla hits the mic with a fiery 🔥 reflection on ...
Dive into the captivating world of advertising, marketing, and psychology in this episode of Pop Mystic with host Ayla!
Unravel the secrets behind NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and its influence on mental health practices and marketing strategies, exploring a rich tapestry of psychological theories. From ancient spiritual wisdom to modern-day advertising, discover the origins of marketing and its evolution into a multi-billio...
We delve into the art of embodying your favorite pop icons to manifest your wildest dreams. 🎤 Blending philosophy, psychology, and spirituality, Isla reveals how embracing your inner pop star is the ultimate form of adult play with purpose. 💫
With personal anecdotes inspired by the likes of Busy Phillips and Stassi Schroeder, we encourage listeners to infuse their lives with the essence of their idols. 🌈 Through imagination, bel...
🎧 Dive into the transformative power of "Metamorphosis" with Ayla on this episode of Pop Mystic! 🦋 Inspired by Hilary Duff's breakout album, we explore the deeper meanings behind this word and its impact on personal evolution. From understanding the symbolism of butterflies to embracing change, we unravel the journey of transformation through pop culture and spirituality. Join the conversation as we discuss the impo...
In this first ever episode of "Pop Mystic," your host, Ayla reflects on her journey from teenage fascination with reality TV to embracing her identity as a "pop mystic."
She discusses the influence of shows like "MTV: The Hills" and personalities like Lauren Conrad and Kelly Cutrone on her life decisions, leading her to study fashion and pursue her passions.
Ayla explores the connection between pop cu...
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