What Matters Most is focused on listening to people and what is on their minds, particularly dealing with the big questions of religion and spirituality. It emerges from the Centre for Christian Engagement, a Centre at St. Mark's College, the Catholic college at UBC, but our programming is intended for all interested parties, Catholic or not. In the What Matters Most podcast, we talk to people, some well-known, some not so well-known, some Catholic, some Christian, some not affiliated with a ...
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Established in 2016, The Life Stylist Podcast is a platform devoted to unlocking human potential. Host Luke Storey engages in cutting-edge conversations with leading spirituality, biohacking, and personal development experts. Covering a vast array of topics, including sex and relationships, psychedelics, addiction recovery, yoga, meditation, natural birth, EMF mitigation, medical myths, spirituality, alternative medicine, biohacking technologies, and higher consciousness, The Life Stylist Po ...
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Our goal is simple: to give professional services leaders a place to go to be inspired and tap into expert advice, trends and best practices in our collective pursuit of excellence. From agencies to IT services and every PS organization in between, our hosts and guests will provide the insights you need to drive a resource first organization and do what you do best, only better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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571. Cannabis Abuse vs. Ceremony: Harmful Drug or Healing Plant Medicine? Revisioning W/ Ryan Sprague
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Curious about building a healthy, intentional relationship with cannabis? In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Sprague, founder of the Conscious Cannabis Collective, as he explains how cannabis can be used as a true tool for connection, healing, and transformation. Ryan breaks down major misconceptions around cannabis, how different consumption me…
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Ep. 80 - A Deep Dive into the State of the Professional Services Industry w/ John Ragsdale
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In this insightful episode of the Professional Services Pursuit podcast, host Brent welcomes back John Ragsdale, Distinguished Researcher, Vice President of Technology Ecosystems at TSIA. The conversation dives deep into the key findings from Kantata's State of the Professional Services Industry Report and TSIA's 2024 Technology Survey. Join them a…
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570. Biohacking Bedtime: Journey into the Science of Deep Sleep w/ SOLTEC’s Dr. Dan Cohen
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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Dan Cohen, a neurologist and sleep expert who’s spent years studying the mechanics of deep, restorative sleep and how technology can support it. Today, we’re exploring Dr. Cohen’s latest work with Soltec Health, a non-invasive system that supports the nervous system to enhance sleep quality by delivering magneti…
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Sobriety, Psychedelics, and Spiritual Principles: Luke as Guest on King Hero's Journey Podcast with Beth Martens (Bonus Rebroadcast)
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Flipping the chairs on our recent epic conversation on The Life Stylist episode 548, Beth Martens and I sat down to chat on her show, the King Hero’s Journey. Spirituality was a central theme of our conversation—specifically how prayer, connecting with a higher power, and the application of timeless spiritual principles helped me to reach maturity …
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Jousting With John: A Conversation with Adele Reinhartz
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This is Season Three, Episode Six is here, featuring Dr. Adele Reinhartz,Professor in the Department of Classics and Religious Studies at the University of Ottawa, in Canada. Her main areas of research are New Testament, early Jewish-Christian relations, the Bible and Film, and feminist biblical criticism. She is the author of numerous articles and…
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569. Demystifying Mushroom Microdosing for Flow State & Peak Performance w/ Brainsupreme’s Adam Schell
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Let’s welcome Adam Schell, the creator of Brainsupreme – an approach to microdosing that’s precise, measurable, and accessible for people looking to boost flow and peak performance. Whether you’re looking to enhance mental clarity, boost creativity, or just feel more connected, Adam’s breaking down the 101 of microdosing psilocybin. This episode co…
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Ep. 79 - Ghosts of Projects Past: Professional Services Horror Stories w/ Brent and Banoo
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Welcome to a special Halloween-themed episode of The Professional Services Pursuit! Join hosts Banoo and Brent as they share spooky tales from their collective 40 years of experience in the professional services industry. Get ready for a chilling journey through the challenges, unexpected twists, and spine-tingling stories of projects gone wrong, n…
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568. Dr. Josh Axe On Tapping into the Placebo Effect: How Mindset Can Transform Your Health
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Dr. Josh Axe, a functional medicine doctor and co-founder of Ancient Nutrition, is here to share his journey of curing a spinal infection through holistic practices and the placebo effect. We discuss the shortcomings of conventional medicine and the benefits of addressing chronic diseases through ancient, holistic methods. Dr. Axe dives into the sp…
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Transmuting Trauma Through Creativity: Luke as Guest on The Great Unlearn with Cal Callahan (Bonus Rebroadcast)
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This past fall equinox, I sat down with Cal Callahan to talk about the process of writing my first book. There was a lot to unpack, including the question of why am I writing the book in the first place. I talk about how my motivation changed along the way (with a little nudge from the fungus kingdom). I also touch on how the mainstream publishing …
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567. Mid-Life Health Scare & Saying Farewell to a Beloved Pet Companion Feat. Luke & Alyson Storey
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In this deeply personal episode, my wife Alyson Charles Storey joins me as we open up about some recent challenges and discoveries we’ve been navigating. From taking full-body health scans at Prenuvo to Alyson’s discovery of lumps in her breast, we share how we faced our fears and took proactive steps for our health. We also reflect on the emotiona…
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The Uses of Idolatry, or Many Old Gods: A Conversation with Bill Cavanaugh
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This is Season Three, Episode Five is here, featuring Dr. Bill Cavanaugh, professor of Catholic studies at De Paul University in Chicago and director of the Center for World Catholicism and Intercultural Theology, a research center housed in the Department of Catholic Studies and focusing on the Catholic Church in the global South—Africa, Asia, and…
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566. Algae Unleashed! Spirulina + Chlorella For Detox, Anti-Aging, & Max ATP Power w/ Catharine Arnston
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Let’s unleash the remarkable power of algae with Catharine Arnston—the expert in algae nutrition and founder of ENERGYbits®. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the healing properties of algae, including their roles in mitochondrial health and anti-cancer properties, and how these powerful nutrients can replace conventional supplements. We’ll als…
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Ep.78 - Behind the Budget: What Drives CFOs to Invest in Innovation
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In this episode of the Professional Services Pursuit podcast, Brent welcomes Igor Mamut, VP of Strategic Finance at Kantata, for a deep dive into the evolving role of the CFO in the professional services industry. They explore the strategic imperatives and considerations that finance leaders weigh when investing in new technologies and platforms. I…
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565. The Scale Is a Scam: The Truth About Body Composition & Tips for Aging Powerfully w/ JJ Virgin
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Today’s episode transforms how we think about body composition, aging, and measuring health. I'm joined by JJ Virgin, a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer with four New York Times bestsellers, who aims to move us beyond the outdated focus on weight loss to a holistic approach to longevity. JJ debunks scale myths and e…
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From Sobriety to Plant Medicine: Luke as Guest on This One Time on Psychedelics (Bonus Rebroadcast)
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In my 2024 guest appearance on Ryan Sprague's amazing podcast, I talked about my letting go of the addict label after 22 years of sobriety. We ponder the unequivocal value of complete abstinence from mind and mood altering chemicals alongside the recognition that certain substances can actually help people break free from addiction. Along the way, …
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Catholicism on the Borderlands: A Conversation with Dr. Daisy Vargas
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Season Three, Episode Four is here, featuring Dr. Daisy Vargas, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at the U of Arizona (Ph.D. in History, University of California, Riverside; M.A. in Religious Studies, University of Denver), who specializes in Catholicism in the Americas, especially in the borderlands of the American Southwest. She examines r…
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564. Poranguí: Invoking Great Spirit Through Musica Medicina to Heal the Heart of Humanity
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Today, I’m sitting down with Poranguí, a world-renowned musician and healer who’s mastered the art of blending music, spirituality, and ancestral sounds to create truly transformative experiences. We dive deep into how polyrhythms tell the stories of our cultures, his path to sobriety on the Red Road, and the profound lessons he's gained from plant…
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Ep.77 - SoDA Webinar: Agency Trends and The Cost of Inaction w/ Tom Beck, Deborah Heslip and Louise Martens
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In this episode of the Professional Services Pursuit, we share a recent webinar we did with The Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA). Tom Beck, SoDA’s Executive Director, interviewed Brent, Deborah Heslip and Louise Martens from the Monks Agency. The discussion delves into the transformative trends impacting agencies today, market dynamics, the influ…
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563. A Ritual Abuse Survivor Speaks: Forgiving the Unforgivable w/ Anneke Lucas
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Today, I’m sitting down with Anneke Lucas, whose story is unlike any we’ve heard before on this show (trigger warning: child abuse and trafficking). Anneke is an author, speaker, and survivor of unimaginable trauma. Sold into a pedophile network as a child, she has dedicated her life to healing, advocacy, and helping others move through their own p…
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562. Making Peace with Spiritual Warfare on the Path of Love & Truth w/ Luke & Alyson Storey
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In this special episode, Luke is joined by his wife, bestselling author and shamanic teacher Alyson Charles Storey, to celebrate their seven-year anniversary of meeting with a deep and expansive conversation. They discuss the profound journey of writing a book and Luke’s evolving relationship with Jesus as a spiritual guide amidst the spiritual war…
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It Is Wonderful That You Exist: A Conversation with Dr. Jenny Martin
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Season Three, Episode Three is a banger! Do the kids still say that? Dr. Jennifer Newsome Martin, the director of the de Nicola Center for Ethics and Culture at the University of Notre Dame, and the John J. Cavanaugh Associate Professor of the Program of Liberal Studies and Associate Professor, Department of Theology, brings incredible joy to theol…
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561. Ending Upside Down World: Mythbusting UFOs, Viruses, Government, God & Your Mind w/ Mark Gober
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Mark Gober, today’s esteemed guest, is another brilliant mind in a long line of next-level thinkers and authors who I have had the honor and privilege of hosting on this podcast. The breadth of understanding, research, and learned wisdom that he shares with us today is hard to summarize in only a few words. In short? Prepare to truly see the world …
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Straight Street: Pop Culture Matters
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Welcome to the first episode of Pop Culture Matters, a discussion with Martin Strong and me regarding Gospel music and the song "Straight Street," written by J.W. Alexander and Jesse Whitaker in the 1950s and first recorded by The Pilgrim Travelers in 1955. Today we are especially looking at Ry Cooder’s version of the song "Straight Street" and the…
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Ep. 76 - Navigating Multi-Generational Workforces w/ Meagan Johnson
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In this episode of the Professional Services Pursuit, Banoo continues her exploration of generational differences in the workplace by talking with Meagan Johnson. Meagan, a renowned generational expert, author, and corporate speaker, shares her insights on bridging the generational gaps to create a cohesive, productive, and harmonious work environm…
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560. Marianne Williamson: Why Miracles Are Our Birthright & Love Is Our Highest Purpose
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I’m honored to welcome bestselling author, political activist, and spiritual thought leader Marianne Williamson to the show. In this conversation, we explore themes from her latest book, The Mystic Jesus: The Mind of Love, diving into the integration of spirituality and politics, and how the wellness community can drive meaningful change. Marianne …
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Reading Gender in Revelation: A Conversation with Dr. Lynn Huber
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Welcome to the second episode of the third season of What Matters Most, featuring Dr. Lynn Huber. Dr. Lynn Huber is Maude Sharpe Powell Professor, Professor of Religious Studies at Elon University in North Carolina and author of the new Wisdom Commentary on Revelation, published by Liturgical Press. Apart from her Wisdom Commentary, co-written with…
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559. Dr. Zach Bush - The Soul Sickness Solution: Dissolving Separation & Becoming One W/ Nature's Wisdom
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Zach Bush, MD, is a physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care, and founder and CEO of ION*, a line of products that focuses on supporting the body's natural systems. In this episode, Zach takes us even deeper into the concept of dissolving the illusion of separation—the soul sickness that so many of us feel in tod…
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Hypnagogic Light Therapy & 5-MeO-DMT: Luke as guest on Xian Archive (bonus rebroadcast)
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In this deep and wide-ranging dialogue with Matt Xian from the Xian Archive podcast, I share my testimony of how the conscious use of psychedelics helped liberate me from issues that just wouldn’t budge by other means. I differentiate the way I used substances earlier in my life from how I choose to engage with these medicines today, and I do my be…
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Ep. 75 - Consultant, Heal Thyself: The Roadmap for Increased Valuations and Glorious Exits w/ Tom Rodenhauser & Ramone Param
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In this compelling episode of the Professional Services Pursuit, Brent welcomes back Tom Rodenhauser and introduces Ramone Param, both from Kennedy Intelligence. They discuss the pivotal role private equity (PE) is playing in reshaping the consulting industry. They also delve into emerging trends, strategic growth, and the increasing influence of P…
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558. East Forest: Sonic Psychedelic Ceremonies & Mushroom Music For The Masses
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Artist East Forest, also known as Krishna-Trevor Oswalt, shares his journey of using music as a bridge between the physical and metaphysical with his album Music for Mushrooms. From his work with Ram Dass to the power of intentional music in psychedelic ceremonies, this episode explores the deep, transformative impact of sound for facilitating pers…
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Educating Children in the Early Church: A Conversation with Dr. Margaret MacDonald
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Welcome to the first episode of the third season of What Matters Most, featuring Dr. Margaret MacDonald. Margaret MacDonald is Professor of Religion at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Margaret MacDonald is a prominent and preeminent scholar in the fields of New Testament and early Christianity. We discuss Margaret’s excellent book …
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557. Fighting Pfizer: The Dangers of Antidepressant Drugs & Healing Suicide Grief w/ Kim Witczak
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Exposing the dangers of antidepressants is critical to our society’s health. In this episode, Kim Witczak shares her journey from tragedy to advocacy after her husband’s death due to undisclosed drug side effects. We dive into the hidden risks of psychiatric meds, the flaws in our healthcare system, and the importance of finding real solutions to t…
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