

Episode 14: Welcome back, Kotter
Jul 29, 2025
The hosts reflect on their hiatus, sharing personal stories that reignited their passion for connecting with listeners. They dive into the evolving nature of relationships, emphasizing authenticity over mere knowledge. The importance of meaningful connections, especially through plant medicine, is highlighted with unique guest insights. The dynamics of friendships in heterosexual marriages spark intriguing discussions, while the excitement for upcoming guests hints at fresh spiritual perspectives. They also touch on the necessity of honoring creative rhythms in podcasting.
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Podcast Hiatus Due to Life's Rhythm
- Ryan and Nicole describe how life events like trips and school schedules disrupted their podcast rhythm.
- They needed time to recharge and reached a natural pause after feeling they had "critical mass" of content.
Relationships Drive Transformation
- Relationship itself drives transformation more than information or techniques.
- Knowledge alone rarely translates into real changes in relationships without the relational thread.
Friendship with Spiritual Teacher Rob Bell
- Ryan shares his long-standing transformative friendship with Rob Bell, who moved from evangelical roots to broader spiritual outreach.
- Rob's spiritual insight and relationship focus have deeply impacted Ryan's life.