Solving the Riddle of Being Human

Solving the Riddle of Being Human

If you're feeling confused about what it means to be human, this podcast is for you. Join visionary spiritual leader and global humanitarian Sah D'Simone as he explores life's profound questions with the world's most influential and thought-provoking pioneers of human experience. Together, they unravel the mysteries of being human, offering an invitation to rethink what it means to live with purpose, courage, and heart.

Episodes

Queer Survival: How AIDS Changed Everything (& What Gen Z Needs to Know) - with Jim Cartwright

April 29, 2025 • 80 mins
"I'm passionate about collaboration between the generations. We have things to learn from you and you have things to learn from us."Sah is joined by queer elder Jim Cartwright to take listeners on a powerful journey through the AIDS crisis, exploring both its devastating impact and the unexpected gifts that emerged from the darkness. Drawing from his lived experience during the epidemic, Jim shares intimate stories o...
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Healing Behind Bars: The Journey of 'The 50’ - with Brenton Gieser

April 15, 2025 • 66 mins
“It only takes 2% of us to change the entire world.” Sah is joined by Brenton Gieser, the filmmaker behind “The 50,” a documentary about 50 incarcerated men who became substance abuse counselors while in the prison system, for a rich discussion highlighting themes of healing, transformation, and the power of forgiveness. They discuss the profound impact of art on self-expression and understanding, as well as the role of perception ...
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Grief as Revolution: Reclaiming Our Right to Feel - with J.S. Park

April 1, 2025 • 76 mins
“Permission to grieve is permission to be human.”Sah is joined by hospital chaplain and author Joon (J.S.) Park to explore the profound art of sitting with suffering in a world obsessed with quick fixes. Drawing from his extensive experience at a Level 1 Trauma Center, J.S. shares the wisdom he's gained from attending countless deaths and supporting people through their darkest moments.Through intimate dialogue, they examine h...
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Embracing the Void Space - with Tracee Stanley

March 18, 2025 • 73 mins
"In the liminal space and that space of doing nothing, there's magic that can happen there."Sah and meditation teacher Tracee Stanley explore the radical power of rest in a world obsessed with productivity. As the bestselling author of "Radiant Rest" and "The Luminous Self," Tracee shares how ancient practices like yoga nidra can transform our relationship with silence and stillness.Through rich d...
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Making Art Out of Chaos: A Spiritual Rebel's Guide - with James McCrae

March 4, 2025 • 72 mins
"Poetry opens up the door for nuance."Sah and author James McCrae dive into a raw exploration of how creativity can transform our darkest moments into profound revelations. As the founder of Sunflower Club and creator of viral "meme poetry," James shares how humor and artistic expression became his lifeline through existential crisis.Together, they challenge the "love and light" spiritual bypass, revea...
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The Scientist Who Saw Too Much: Inside Big Pharma's Biggest Secret - with Pamela Ryckman

February 4, 2025 • 76 mins
"This story jumps the shark every moment."Sah and Emmy-winning producer Pamela Ryckman dive into the fascinating life of maverick scientist Candace Pert, whose groundbreaking discoveries bridged the worlds of neuroscience and spirituality. In her new book, Pamela reveals how Pert's research on opiate receptors not only revolutionized our understanding of the mind-body connection but also inadvertently contributed to ...
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The Animist Approach to Being Human - with Daniel Foor

January 21, 2025 • 67 mins
"The amount of suffering among the dead is really tremendous. And one of the cruelest things that the living do is internalize this reductionist materialist idea that when you die, you stop existing."Sah and ritualist Daniel Foor explore the profound ways our ancestors influence our lives, from inherited trauma to spiritual wellbeing. Together they challenge Western individualism, examining how troubled ancestral spirits ...
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The Dream Revolution: Transform Your Life While You Sleep - with Kelly Sullivan Walden

January 7, 2025 • 73 mins
"Our dreams are not just helping us problem-solve - they're helping us access our higher aptitudes, connect with departed loved ones, and have revelations that remind us we are spiritual beings."Sah is joined by renowned dream expert and bestselling author Kelly Sullivan Walden for a fascinating journey into the mysterious realm of dreams. As a leading authority on dream interpretation and consciousness, Kelly reveal...
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Maps for the Soul: Navigating Life's Greatest Mysteries - with Dr. Miles Neale

December 24, 2024 • 99 mins
"Life is a treacherous puzzle to try to solve with one quick stroke of genius."Sah is joined by Buddhist psychotherapist and visionary thinker Dr. Miles Neale for a mind-expanding exploration of life's greatest mysteries. As the author of "Return with Elixir: Four Maps for the Soul's Pilgrimage Through Death and Rebirth," Miles weaves together ancient wisdom traditions with modern psychology to illumin...
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Death Doula Diaries: Living Fiercely in the Face of Mortality - with Alua Arthur

December 10, 2024 • 50 mins

"Our lives, as brief as they are, are absolutely perfect in the way that they roll out."

Sah is joined by death doula and revolutionary wellness educator Alua Arthur for a powerful exploration of death, dying, and what it means to live fully in the face of our mortality. Known for transforming how we approach death, Alua shares her extraordinary journey from practicing law to becoming one of the most influential ...

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Death Doesn't Exist: The Mind-Blowing Truth About What's Next - with Stephen Grey

November 26, 2024 • 80 mins
"There is life after death. The truth is it's a gateway to eternity."Sah is joined by filmmaker Stephen Grey and near-death experience survivor Steve Kang to explore one of humanity's greatest mysteries—what happens after we die? Their groundbreaking documentary "After Death" has captivated audiences across North America, becoming one of the highest-grossing documentaries since 2019 with over a million...
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Your Cravings Are Trying to Save Your Life - with Luis Mojica

November 12, 2024 • 69 mins
"The vibrations touched the parts of my body that had been violated, the parts that I had completely detached from. And it was like it kissed me back to life."Sah is joined by somatic healer and wellness revolutionary Luis Mojica as they uncover hidden truths about trauma, body intelligence, and the transformative power of conscious nutrition.Through raw and fearless dialogue, Luis reveals his extraordinary journey of hea...
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Decoding the Divine: Oracle Cards as Modern Day Prophecy - with Jennifer Sodini

October 29, 2024 • 58 mins
"You are the embodiment of the mystical allure." — Jennifer SodiniSah is joined by Jennifer Sodini to explore mysticism, magic, and the creation of their collaborative project, the Modern Mythology Oracle Deck: Wisdom and Guidance from Reimagined Archetypes. From her grandmother's early influence to her fascination with Alistair Crowley's teachings, Jennifer takes listeners through her spellbinding path into the...
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Holy Rebels: A New Recipe for Modern-Day Saints - with Lama Rod Owens

October 15, 2024 • 73 mins
“Freedom is my capacity to respond to the world, to respond to everything, not just habitually react.” Join Sah D'Simone for an electrifying conversation with Lama Rod Owens, a trailblazing Buddhist teacher, minister, author, and activist. Together, they dive deep into the heart of what true freedom means in our complex world.Lama Rod, introducing his groundbreaking book "The New Saints: From Broken Hearts to Spiritual Wa...
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Creativity is the missing link to our healing - with Amie McNee

October 1, 2024 • 61 mins
“Creativity is the way that we heal. It is the way that we alchemize a lot of our trauma into magic.”Sah D'Simone sits down with Creativity Coach, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster Amie McNee to explore the transformative power of creativity and art in our lives. This discussion dives deep into the vital role of artistic expression in healing, personal growth, and connecting with our deeper selves.Amie, whose upcoming book "...
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Facing Death, Finding Life: The Transformative Power of Compassion - with Peggy Kelley

September 17, 2024 • 82 mins
"We're kind of just thrown into this gig, and we gotta make sense of it."In this enlightening episode, Sah D’Simone sits down with Peggy Kelley, the lead chaplain at Cedars-Sinai, to unravel the profound mysteries of being human. Together, they dive deep into the spiritual riddles we all face and explore how to make sense of life’s most challenging moments. Peggy opens up about her extraordinary work with sick and dy...
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The Many Lives of Mama Love - with Lara Love Hardin

April 9, 2024 • 88 mins
Ever wondered about the transformative power of restorative justice over punishment? Sah is joined by Lara Love Hardin, author of “The Many Lives of Mama Love,” to discuss topics such as incarceration, restorative justice, addiction, and coping with grief. Lara shares her personal experiences of going to jail, the impact it had on her life, and the need for trauma-responsive care in the prison system. They chat about…1. The profoun...
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Disconnected: The Impact of Smartphone Addiction on Human Connection - with Shannon Algeo

March 26, 2024 • 80 mins
Are you missing out on meaningful moments and genuine human connection because you’re obsessed with your phone? Sah is joined by best-selling author and psychologist Shannon Algeo to delve into smartphone addiction and its impact on in-person connections and personal fulfillment. They chat about…1. How smartphones detract from meaningful face-to-face interactions.2. The neurological and psychological effects of smartphone use.3. Bo...
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Spiritually We: The Art of Relating & Connecting from the Heart - with Sah and Moun D’Simone

March 5, 2024 • 75 mins
Ready to delve into the importance of inner work for connections? Sah and his sister, spiritual teacher, meditation guide, and artist Moun D’Simone, discuss the importance of friendship and relating from the heart. They explore themes from Sah’s new book, Spiritually, We, sharing their personal experiences of deepening their sibling and spiritual bonds, and the challenges they faced in their journey. Emphasizing the need for vulner...
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Conflict is For Lovers - with Sah D’Simone

February 27, 2024 • 95 mins
Ready to challenge your preconceived notions and explore the untapped potential within the realms of sacred friendship? This week, Sah unravels the essential art of navigating the conflicts within our connections, based on the sage wisdom in Chapter 4 of his upcoming book, Spiritually, We. Dive deep into the intricate dynamics of human connection as Sah sheds light on the missteps and struggles we encounter in our pursuit of harmon...
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