Synchronicity with Noah Lampert

**FIRST SPONSORED EPISODE** This episode is brought to you by The Alan Watts Foundation Visit: https://syncpodcast.com/watts and use the code SYNC at checkout and get 30% off your first order at the official Alan Watts Shop. If you want to become an Alan Watts Foundation affiliate send me an email at noah at syncpodcast dot com.   J.R. Morton stops by Synchronicity. If you like Synchronicity consider leaving a rating or review on iTunes or your favorite podcast platform. Thanks!   Topics Discussed How the death of J.R.'s father impacted his life J.R.'s first psychedelic experience Realizing that money doesn't buy happiness LSD Ram Dass and Be Here Now Christianity and spiritual experiences The importance of having friends on the path Meeting Ram Dass Neem Karoli Baba Video games Mystical experiences Synchronicity Religion and mythology

Comedian, podcaster, writer and awesome person Kelly MacLean stops by Synchronicity. Kelly hosts an excellent podcast called, "The Tao of Comedy" which happens to be in MindPod Network. Kelly is as wise as she is lovely which is to say she is very wise. Enjoy this episode and be sure to subscribe to "The Tao of Comedy" Topics Discussed Astrology Leave Jennifer Aniston alone! Meditation Death, Dying, Life Being Present Synchronicity Growing up with Buddhist parents The importance of meditation but also not meditating Does Kelly believe in God? What happens after we die? What's love? What is magic?   The book giveaway is back! This week I'm giving away a copy of "Mind Beyond Death" by Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche. Join the Synchronicity Community and you're entered in every book giveaway forever.

Robert Waggoner stops by Synchronicity to discuss dreams and lucid dreaming. Robert has two excellent books that I highly recommend you check out: Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self Lucid Dreaming, Plain and Simple: Tips and Techniques for Insight, Creativity, and Personal Growth So yeah, DREAMS! Topics Discussed What is Lucid Dreaming? The scientific validation for lucid dreaming Robert's lucid dreaming experience Castaneda's "Journey to Ixtlan" Dream worlds Possibilities of lucid dreaming Practical benefits of lucid dreaming Exploring dreamscapes Modulating emotions within lucid dreams The benefit of enhancing awareness Integrating dream experiences into waking life Episode BONUS: The Alan Watts clip at the end of the episode is from the Comparative Philosophy Collection. Check out the new Alan Watts Online Shop: alan-watts-electronic-university.myshopify.com Featuring dozens of talks (many unreleased). Use the code SYNC at checkout and to get 30% off your order. Enjoy.

Matt Oestreicher stops by Synchronicity to discuss his life, music, wisdom and awesomeness. Matt is a multi-instrumentalist, musician, podcast host and very cool person. Be sure to check out Matt's excellent podcast, The Mindful Musician. Outro music by Tipping Hand.  

Lorenzo Hagerty stops by Synchronicity to talk about his cyberdelic baby, The Psychedelic Salon. Lorenzo has had a fascinating life and this was an incredibly fun episode for me. Topics Discussed The Psychedelic Salon Terence McKenna Culture Psychedelics Marijuana Technology and Consciousness

My guest today is the extraordinarily wonderful Lulu Biazus. I met Lulu when she created some artwork for a few clients of mine. Since then we've gotten to know each other better and at least from my side the more I find out the cooler Lulu gets. Lulu is a graphic artist and art director based out of Los Angeles. Also, long intro alert because I am at the beach and I'm feeling it. Topics Discussed Burning Man Ayahuasca Meditation The Airy Fairy New Age Scene How To Stay Grounded Ancient Wisdom Psychedelics Lineage Other stuff!

My guest today is meditation teacher and pleasant fellow, Hugh Byrne. Hugh Byrne teaches meditation and works with people to cultivate mindfulness in daily life. His approach is deeply informed by family and culture, human rights and social justice—and the good fortune of encountering Buddhist teachings 30 years ago. Hugh came to meditation when his decades-long career spent remedying human injustice revealed the root cause of conflict that he'd failed to tackle. Hugh came to understand—and know personally—that the anger and fear within us engender harmful behavior. Thus he began the transformational practice and study of Buddhist insight meditation. Topics Discussed The Evolution of Habits How to build effective habits Lizards Brain vs Thinking Brain Khaneman's System 1 and System 2 4 Types of Dissatisfaction Buddhist Psychology and Modern Life Starting with Yourself Mindful Politics Social Activism and Mindfulness We're in the process of selecting a recipient for the Synchronicity Generosity Experiment. To contribute or find out more go here: https://syncpodcast.com/generosity/

My BFF David Silver and I talk about the world, the flesh and the devil. Enjoy this episode on your favorite device. Rate and Review Synchronicity on iTunes!

Jarell Perry stops by Synchronicity to discuss music, awareness, race relations and the meaning of life. I met Jarell through fellow MindPod Network podcaster Yoshino (Artist Decoded) and we immediately hit it off. Jarell is an accomplished singer and songwriter and he also runs an excellent blog called Still Mind where he muses on everything from creativity to peace of mind. I had a blast talking to Jarell and I have a feeling you'll really enjoy this episode. Don't forget to rate and review Synchronicity on iTunes. You'll be rewarded with primo quality karma for your troubles.

Lily Cushman is my wonderful and oh so lovely guest this week. To try and describe Lily in just a few short sentences would be a fruitless endeavor because it's impossible. She does way too many cool and diverse things. But shit, I'll try. Lily is Sharon Salzberg's assistant, owner and runner of Brooklyn Yoga School, label head of Vanaras Records and a proud Berklee alum. She's also one of the coolest and nicest people I've ever met. We Discuss Berklee College of Music DAW's (digital audio workstations) Lily Moving to New York a week before 9/11 The shifting landscape of the music industry Noah's first time LSD story Tapping into the mysteries of life Brooklyn Yoga School Yoga Emerging music industry models Kirtan The pitfalls of chasing a positive experience The Mind Working with Sharon Salzberg The importance of lineage The lack of structure surrounding Western Dharma teachers This weeks book giveaway is "Women" by Charles Bukowski. Join the Synchronicity Community and you're entered in the book giveaway contest every week.