Episodes: Masonry

Unveiling the Power of Activism in The Climate Crisis: A Talk with Chuck Collins

What if our individual actions and social movements could change the course of the climate crisis? Today's enthralling conversation with Chuck Collins, a prominent campaigner and author, challenges us to contemplate this very question. He shares his wisdom on the power of activism, the importance of building resilience, and the urgent need to take action...

How to Get Stronger as You Age – Deep Fitness in 30 Minutes a Week

Osha and Philip Shepherd discuss Deep Fitness, an anti-aging  exercise practice that builds muscle, promotes the health of every tissue and organ in your body, and brings you into harmony with your body-mind-spirit.   Research has proven that aging can be – at a cellular level – reversed by putting stress on our muscles which...

Climate Crisis: Denial, Doom or Hope? with guest Andrew Boyd

Osha Hayden interviews Andrew Boyd, author of I Want a Better Catastrophe: Navigating the Climate Crisis with Grief, Hope, and Gallows Humor. As the earth passes the tipping point of 1.5°C, and slides into floods, droughts, melting ice caps, and the mass extinction of species, many of us are trying to reckon with feelings of...

Renaissance Man, Jack Leissring: Design & How to Free Your Mind – Part Two

In Part Two, Osha Hayden and Jack Leissring discuss pushing the boundaries of art, creativity and the human condition. Our conversation winds through Leissring’s first foray into design and collecting art as a youth, on to his inspiration for the design of the JCFLA Studio, home of his art collection and the importance of architecture...

Renaissance Man, Jack Leissring: Man, Myth and Art – Part One

In this conversation with Renaissance man, Jack Leissring, we discuss the sacred labyrinth, how it relates to the human condition, and how he has used his passion for art to create a world class art collection.    For Mr. Leissring, the labyrinth, which in mythology, was built to contain the Minotaur – (half-man/ half-beast) –...

Part 2 – Creativity and Humor with Jill Badonsky

In Part 2, you’ll hear how to break through creative blocks with creative liberation fighter and creativity coach, Jill Badonsky. Osha and Jill talk about positive ways to frame the questions we ask ourselves, thus leading to better outcomes. Jill shares how she uses situations that might seem uncomfortable to fuel creative humor and reframe...

Part 1 – Unleash Your Creativity with Jill Badonsky

Osha and Jill Badonsky discuss the benefits of creativity and shine light on the creative process.  You’ll get an introduction to the 9 modern day muses and a bodyguard based on Jill Badonsky’s book of the same name.   We discuss – the benefits of creativity  – how to protect your creative process – trusting...

Transforming Trauma with Amikaeyla Gaston

In Part 3 Osha and Amikaeyla talk about how we can transform the lead of hate or despair to the gold of love and peace. Amikaeyla shares more about how she healed herself from the trauma of a hate crime that led to years of rehabilitation. How do you reorient yourself after a painful, traumatizing...

Part 2- Building Bridges for Healing with Amikaeyla Gaston

Osha and Amikaeyla Gaston continue their conversation on the healing power of music to transcend cultural barriers. We talk about her work as a Cultural Arts Ambassador across the world and how she uses the language of music to build bridges for healing and opening to new perspectives. You’ll hear about one young man whose...

How Music Heals and Connects with special guest Amikaeyla Gaston

Osha and Amikaeyla Gaston discuss the healing power of music. Come along with us to discover the Power of Music for Healing People and Communities.  On today’s show, you’ll hear the inspiring story of Amikaela Gaston, who uses her powerful voice to initiate healing and peace around the world. You’ll hear about the ancient origins...

Conversation with Supervisor Damon Connolly – Key Issues for Voters this Tuesday, 11/ 8

Supervisor Damon Connolly responds to questions from host Osha Hayden about how to create solutions to the important issues facing Sonoma and Marin County residents.  He is running for the California State Assembly. We talk about ways to address climate change, the drought, diminishing water supply, housing, the Sonoma Developmental Center SDC, and PG&E’s influence...

A Path to Healing with Psilocybin Mushrooms with Body Image Therapist, Laurelee Roark

Osha Hayden and Laurelee Roark discuss the healing benefits of psychedelic plant medicine and psilocybin mushrooms. A growing body of scientific research confirms the use of psilocybin for treating issues including depression, PTSD, OCD, and eating disorders.  Noted author, Michael Pollan’s book, How to Change Your Mind, documents the research and use of psychedelics and...

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