Soul Boom LIVE with Pete Holmes!
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Jul 3, 2025 
Comedian Pete Holmes joins Rainn Wilson for a lively exploration of spirituality. He shares insights on God, ego, and the transformative power of psychedelics. The duo discusses the parable of the Prodigal Son, revealing its ties to self-worth and creative identity. They reflect on how comedy can unlock profound truths and blend laughter with life's deeper meanings. Pete's early jokes and personal anecdotes showcase the intersection of humor and sacred insight, making for a captivating conversation.
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Pete Holmes on Hippies and Psychedelics
- Pete Holmes shares his take on the 1960s hippie movement and its excesses.
- He appreciates psychedelics as spiritual tools but warns about their commercialization and misuse.
Psychedelics: Tool, Not Shortcut
- Psychedelic use can awaken spirituality but is often commodified and misunderstood.
- True spiritual awakening involves a multifaceted, sincere practice beyond quick fixes or consumer experiences.
Parable of Equal Pay and Divine Love
- The parable of the wealthy landowner paying all workers equally illustrates unconditional divine love.
- Spiritual awakening, whether by psychedelics or meditation, is not about earning but about realizing what already exists.
