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Enter the mindful world of Ayurvedic Medicine as Mason and practitioner/teacher Wayne Celeban go deep into the holistic layers of Ayurvedic cleansing; A revered ancient system with a unique and gentle approach. With a focus on the importance of springtime cleansing, the undeniable health benefits of being in flow with the seasons, and the sophisticated system of Ayurvedic cleansing, Wayne takes us on a complete journey into bringing the body back to a state of balance and optimal health. ''In Ayurveda, everything can be used as medicine. Everything is potential medicine, but everything is also a potential poison. It means the right application is key". - Wayne Celeban   Mason and Wayne discuss: -The importance of adaptability in business, personal life, health, and how the season's interplay with these aspects. -Getting into the flow of the intent and energy of different seasons. -The value of gearing rituals, ceremonies, and celebrations to seasonal changes; How this aspect alone can bring us closer to nature, connect us with the foods that grow seasonally, and build our understanding of the kinds of foods to prepare. -The importance of cleansing in spring as a necessary means of supporting that natural elimination process and bolstering our health. -The concept of Panchakarma; the five actions of elimination used in Ayurvedic cleansing (Nasal administration, Vamana, Virechana, Basti, and Rakta Moksha). -Addressing cellular health and cleansing tissues at a deeper level to ensure that channels of elimination are working optimally when cleansing. -The importance of membrane health, gut biodiversity & microbiome health. -Enema therapy within Ayurvedic medicine; looking at the large bowel as a route for administering medicine, the relationship it has with the nervous system, mind & endocrine system. -The Ayurvedic diet, what it provides, and the role of specific food preparations for vitality and maximum nourishment. -Medicated ghee and its vital role in Ayurvedic cleansing.  -Herbal Steam Therapy to support cleansing; the positive effects it has on dopamine/serotonin levels and how it regulates the nervous system. -The importance of cleansing to keep the sense organs healthy and functioning, as ultimately all the things that we love in this life, we experience and perceive through our sense organs.   Who is Wayne Celeban? Wayne Celeban is a Naturopath and Ayurvedic practitioner with over 18 years experience in clinical practice.  Wayne has studied in numerous Ayurvedic clinics and hospitals in India including JSS Ayurvedic University, Mysore. In 2012 Wayne was accepted into the SDM Ayurvedic Hospital and College post-graduate internship program in Hassan, India where he continues his clinical training. To achieve successful outcomes for his clients, Wayne combines the 5000-year-old traditions of Ayurveda and Yoga philosophy with western medical science and nutritional medicine. Wayne's experience and knowledge is evident in his professional practice and dedication in developing practical and effective health care programs to support his patients in becoming the best version of themselves emotionally​, mentally and physically.   Resources: Yukti Facebook Yukti Website Wayne's personal Instagram   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/the-world-of-ayurvedic-cleansing-with-wayne-celebanep-95  

In this third and final Episode of our Brovember series, Mason sits down with naturopath and good friend Dan Sipple for a conversation around long term diet optimisation for men's health and the journey of coming to a place of balance within a world of trending diet extremes. With a central focus on the pro's and con's of both Carnivore and plant-based diets, this is a relevant conversation for everyone.. not just the bros! Mason and Dan discuss: -The upsides and pitfalls of different diets from a clinical perspective; Carnivore, Veganism, Keto, and Ancestral diets. -Which diets give the best mitochondria and hormonal output and allow men to experience the greatest health within their bodies. -The balancing act of forming a diet that works for the individual, in a world where we have the privilege of choosing with ultimate convenience. -The health benefits/therapeutic nature of the Carnivore diet and how it will weigh up over time with the retrospect of science catching up.  -The importance of eating organ meats; How it impacts and benefits the microbiome, mitochondria, metabolism, and hormonal system long term. -'Diet Dogma' in a pop culture that views 'balance' as boring. -The benefits Diet as Therapy. -Image issues within the male community and how this factor often plays a huge role in the way men navigate/choose their diet. -People moving back towards the practices of Hunting and Gathering.   Who is Dan Sipple? Dan is a also known as The Functional Naturopath who uses cutting-edge evidence-based medicine. Experienced in modalities such as herbal nutritional medicine, with a strong focus on environmental health and longevity, Dan has a wealth of knowledge in root-dysfunction health.   Resources: Dan Website Dan Instagram Gut Health Podcast 1 Gut Health Podcast 2   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/diet-the-art-of-balance-in-a-polarised-world-with-dan-sipple-ep-94  

In this second episode of our Brovember Series Mason sits down with Renaissance Woman, Oni Blecher, for a heart centred, honest conversation around Masculinity, Feminism, and Men’s Mental Health through the lens of her ethnographic studies in the field of Masculinities. With a background deeply embedded in Women's work, Midwifery, and Craniosacral Therapy, Blecher’s transformational journey of understanding and questioning her perspectives on Masculinity is one of empowerment for Men and Women alike. Mason and Oni delve into: -Equality for all human beings regardless of Sexual Identity and Gender. -Lack of accessibility to health and how this is affecting the landscape of Men's Mental Health, particularly in isolated communities. -How Men's Mental Health is essentially the Family's Mental Health. -Feminism and what this loaded word means to each woman individually.  -Breaking down Gender Ideologies. -The grave statistics of Male Mental Health and domestic violence in Australia; Are we adequately addressing the root causes of this problem? -Male Stereotypes and how these stereotypes are being perpetuated by a lack of opportunity and space for discussion groups amongst men. -The importance of more women advocating for Men’s Mental Health and more Men advocating for Women's issues in order to create a healthy society for all. -Unifying together as a society to create a force of good, progression, and evolution for all.   Who is Oni Blecher? Oni has a diversity of roles and experience within the physiological, media/journalism, creative arts, and academic realms. Oni studied a bachelor of midwifery and has assisted many women in the antenatal, birth and postnatal periods. She is on the development team as Vice President and a Podcast host for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Media; a media channel focused on maternity health advocacy; to Inform and Inspire people to re-think intergenerational wisdom through child birth and family education.  In the past, she has facilitated regular village postnatal support groups and other education in all-women’s spaces.  Oni works practicing visionary craniosacral work, Arvigo Techniques of Maya abdominal Therapy, myofascial release and urogenital osteopathy. She also runs The Temple of Words; a monthly poetry gathering in Byron Bay and Sydney. Recently completing her masters degree with a research focus of Australian masculinities and male mental health within a Creative Industries perspective, Oni is even more invested in the vision of uniting the healthy feminine and the healthy masculine through shifting social perspective.  Resources: Pregnancy, Birthing and Beyond Website Oni's Instagram Temple Of Words Instagram Oni Blecher Email Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/a-feminist-introspection-on-masculinity-with-oni-blecher-ep-93  

We're pumped to be kicking off our Brovember series with sex educator and relationship coach, Taylor Johnson. Every year throughout the month of November we place a spotlight on men's health, particularly men's sexual and mental health. We absolutely love taking this time to celebrate men, and explore the many factors that enable them to establish rocking health, not only in their bodies but in their minds and hearts as well. Taylor and Mason share openly about  sex, tantric and Daoist sexual practice, maintaining harmony in relationships, pleasure and the use of male sex toys. It's always potent and juicy when Talyor comes on the show and today's episode is no different, a great listen for all. Mason and Taylor discuss: -The deification of semen retention practices, Taylor stresses that semen retention is just one part of a holistic lifestyle practise, along with diet, movement, sleep, rest etc. -Taylor's semen retention courses and his personal journey with the practice. -How to approach the topic of sex and establish a safe environment in which to share your experiences with friends and practitioners. -The connection between mental health, sex and relationships. -The dysfunctional ideology around twin flames. -The tools Taylor uses to create harmony in his relationships (plutonic and romantic). -Relationships as systems, cyclic and regenerative in nature. -Sex toys for the boys. -Anal sex.    Who is Taylor Johnson? Taylor Johnson is a sex educator and coach. Taylor helps men master their sexual energy and use it to supercharge their entire life. Taylor's programs and coaching synthesise elements of Tantra and Daoist sexuality with western practicality - in a grounded, accessible and powerful way.   Resources:  Taylor's Website Taylor's Instagram Taylor's YouTube Taylor's Fleshlight Article   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/mens-sexual-mental-health-with-taylor-johnson-ep-92  

Mason and Tahnee (the dream team) join forces on the podcast today, to introduce us to Shen, the Third Treasure of the Daoist system. Mason and Tahnee reveal our new SuperFeast baby - the SHEN blend, journeying through the herbs present in the formula and the actions and virtues they afford us when we work in harmony with them. We're beyond thrilled to finally have our beloved SHEN blend launching ready for our SuperFeast community to explore, completing our propriety Treasure series, sharing the stage with our darling JING and QI blends. If you're new to the Three Treasures and want to learn more, check out our JING podcast here and QI podcast here. Mason has also written a brilliant article on the Three Treasure so you can read it here. Enjoy!  "Shen.. It's just you, without the bullshit"  - Mason & Tahnee   Mason and Tahnee discuss: -The Three Treasures of the Daoist system. -The treasure of Shen, what it is, how it is embodied. -The East vs West approach to the mind, the Heart vs the brain. -The importance of building strong foundations within the body in order to cultivate Shen. -The healing profiles of the herbs in the new SuperFeast SHEN blend. -When to use the SuperFeast SHEN blend and why. -The difference between the Poria in our Masons Mushrooms and the Spirit Poria in our SHEN blend. -Harvesting our Poria and why we source all our herbs Di Dao. -The beautifying effects of the SHEN blend.   Who Are Mason Taylor and Tahnee McCrossin? Mason Taylor: Mason’s energy and intent for a long and happy life is infectious. A health educator at heart, he continues to pioneer the way for potent health and a robust personal practice. An avid sharer, connector, inspirer and philosophiser, Mason wakes up with a smile on his face, knowing that tonic herbs are changing lives. Mason is also the SuperFeast founder, daddy to Aiya and partner to Tahnee (General Manager at SuperFeast). Tahnee McCrossin: Tahnee is a self proclaimed nerd, with a love of the human body, it’s language and its stories. A cup of tonic tea and a human interaction with Tahnee is a gift! A beautiful Yin Yoga teacher and Chi Ne Tsang practitioner, Tahnee loves going head first into the realms of tradition, yogic philosophy, the organ systems, herbalism and hard-hitting research. Tahnee is the General Manager at SuperFeast, mumma to reishi-baby Aiya and partner to Mason (founder of SuperFeast).   Resources: The Video Of Mason Harvesting Poria In China   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/calm-mind-joyful-spirt-the-shen-blend-with-mason-tahnee-ep-91  

In this wonderfully conceptual discussion, Mason and Tahnee cover the emotions that may arise during Spring, the Spring archetypes and how to essentially, live more aligned to nature and her exquisite rhythms. The dynamic duo discuss their fave Liver Yin herbs to support your Spring experience. Tune in, to be invited to explore seasonal living and what that may look like for you - you are going to enjoy this one. Mase and Tahns explore: -The Mason term: Spring trap, just what is it? -Just how important grounding is -We are a part of nature (can I get a hell yes to that)! -Frustration, feeling stuck, menstrual challenges, hay fever... why are these things common in Spring? -Exactly what is Wood energy and how does it translate in our day to day lives -The Spring archetypes... the general, the artist -The natural tendency for us to seek out bitter, cleansing foods during Spring -Herbs / mineral to consider: Beauty Blend, Schizandra, MSM   Resources: How To Get Grounded When The Seasons Change Why Chinese Medecine is Failing Us Rhonda episode YinYang Wuxing Rhonda episode 100 Days of Schizandra challenge, join us! Dan  Sipple Gut Bacteria podcast episode   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/spring-the-season-of-liver-wood-with-mason-and-tahnee-taylor-ep-90  

We're so stoked to have one of our favourite guests, Rhonda Chang, back on the podcast with Mason today. Initially we weren't sure whether our SF community would be ready to receive Rhonda's wisdom, however, to our absolute delight everyone frothed on her first episode - you can check it out here. We always knew we had to have Rhonda back on to continue sharing her deeply authentic application of the traditional philosophy and practice of true Chinese medicine, or what Rhonda refers to as 'Yi'. Rhonda has a brilliant article explaining the difference between Yi and what many of us know as modern Traditional Chinese Medicine, I highly recommend you check it out here.  Mason and Rhonda discuss: -Yinyang wuxing theory and how that relates to the body and organ systems. -The qualities of the five elements; Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal. -The spirit and body as inspearable parts of the whole, and the importance of holding this view when working to heal dis-harmony in the body, mind and spirit. -Rhonda's classification of  tonic herb. -How the practice of Yinyang wuxing is a method of healing, and not a 'medicine'.   Who is Rhonda Chang? For the past 40 years Rhonda Chang has been involved in the study and practice of traditional healing. The journey has been long and tortuous. Rhonda began her studies at the Beijing College of Traditional Medicine. After graduation Rhonda worked as a physician at a number of hospitals in China. In 1986 she migrated to Australia and opened her own treatment clinic.  Rhonda operated her clinic up until 2012, where she felt that government regulation was overly restricting her practice of healing and that the professionalisation of TCM in Australia had subordinated it to modern medicine. Since then Rhonda has focused her energies on writing books and promoting a return to traditional YinYang Wuxing healing principles. Resources: Rhonda Website Rhonda Podcast Rhonda Books   Rhonda's Facebook Group   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/yinyang-wuxing-for-inner-harmony-with-rhonda-chang-ep-89  

In this special interview Mason shares a deep conversation with one of his greatest inspirations in work and in life, Stephen Harrod Buhner. Stephen's work in herbalism, heart perception, plant medicine, earth poetry, Lyme's disease, bacterial intelligence and more, has reignited the journey's of many into the indescribable "imaginal" realm that plant enthusiasts, artists and adventures throughout time have known well. In this chat Stephen invites us to reach beyond the reductionistic mental approach to life that our Western culture insists upon and "trains" us for, to discover and dance with the wild non linear spaces that lay within. Mason and Stephen touch on many beautiful topics ranging from wild terrain medicine, herbal antibiotics and the effect of pharmaceuticals on the planet. Delving into the mystical and empowering realm that is driven by feeling, the place where we can start to develop a deep relationship with the planet and the plants that help us to heal. Stephen's books and work are transformational, and we cannot recommend them highly enough! Among Mason's favourites are; The Lost Language Of Plants, The Secret Teachings Of Plants, Plant Intelligence And The Imaginal Realms and Sacred And Herbal Healing Beers.    Who is Stephen Harrod Buhner ? Stephen Harrod Buhner is a interdisciplinary, independent scholar, polymath, Fellow of Schumacher College UK and head researcher for the Foundation for Gaian Studies. Stephen is an extraordinary human who, like many (if not all), cannot be summed up in a simple paragraph, to read more about the universe that is Stephen Harrod Buhner, please see his extensive bio here.   Resources: Stephen's Website Stephen's Books Stephen's Articles The Foundation For Gaian Studies   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/entering-the-imaginal-realms-with-stephen-harrod-buhner-ep-88  

We've got our favourite Movement Monk, Benny Fergusson, back on the show with Mason today. The gents continue the conversation around embodied movement and the many elements involved when exploring life and personal growth through the physical form. As always Benny is humble in his delivery and intelligent in his approach, inviting us to delve beyond the gross layers into the subtleties that lurk beneath our habits, patterns and intentions. Another beautiful and insightful chat to wrap your ears around. Mason and Benny journey through various terrain, discussing both the tangible and intangible aspects of movement as experienced through the lens of the body, mind and spirit. The gents explore: -Movement practices as a continuation of both Yin and Yang, Benny shares how he is embodying this concept in his current practice and what is showing up for him as he explores. -Changing your relationship to discomfort through stretching "to me stretching first and foremost is a metaphorical idea, a symbol of going to where there is discomfort and finding resolve in that." - Benny. -The Western approach to chronic pain and how to address it through a consistent and curious movement practice. -Pain as an effect, not a cause of dis-ease in the body, mind or spirit. -The Western perspective that a diagnoses is the pathway to a cure, how to release our attachment to this ideology and begin to view pain and discomfort as malleable information as opposed to a static state. -Feeling safe in your experience of the body as a foundational tool for embodiment and healing. -Benny's hardware vs software analogy, and the importance of addressing both the physical and mental/emotional programs that inhibit us from feeling ease within our experience of the human form. -Honouring the seasonality of practice without judgement. -An introduction into Benny's 5 levels of activity; physical, work, contentment, spiritual, and silence. -Benny's new Movement Monk platforms and the courses he offers. Who Is Benny Fergusson? After living with chronic scoliosis & pain for years, and getting no lasting relief from mainstream fitness and therapies.. Benny embarked on a journey to heal his body and get to know himself better. Through years of research and the practice of movement & meditation arts, Benny found a way to restore his physical freedom, leading to profound personal growth. Benny now shares his findings with his students at MovementMonk.xyz.   Resources: The Movement Monk Website The Movement Monk YouTube The Movement Monk Facebook The Movement Monk Instagram    Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/from-physical-pain-to-freedom-with-benny-fergusson-ep-87  

We know that gut health is trending, it's pretty hot right now, right?! Well, tune in to today's episode as Mase explores SIBO with a bonafide SIBO doctor. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, it's a deep dive today, exploring what the heck is this actually?! Mason and Dr Nirala cover the nuanced approach required to treating SIBO, exploring why it may be overdiagnosed and other gut symptoms (constipation, food sensitivities and more).   If you've ever traveled to a third world country, got some sort of bug, 'fixed it' and then realised you never truly recovered, then today's episode is for you! (Also, if gut health and immunity are important to you, you are going to love today's episode.) Dive in, here are some of the stuff discussed in today's episode: -The nuanced nature of SIBO when compared to irritable bowel syndrome -To heal from SIBO, a strategic approach is required, not just a one-size-fits-all -What role chronic stress plays in suffering from SIBO -How hypothyroidism, mould exposure and other autoimmune diseases are connected to SIBO -The misunderstanding around 'reseeding' the gut -How the 'breath' test works in diagnosing SIBO -Which foods to avoid during SIBO -Dr Nirala's dietary treatment plan -Dr Nirala covers the three possible treatment plans (herbs, antibiotics, diet) -A brief touch on the Blood Type diets   Who is Nirala Jacobi? Dr. Nirala Jacobi, BHSc, ND (USA) graduated from Bastyr University in 1998 with a doctorate in naturopathic medicine. Dr Nirala practiced as a primary care physician in Montana for 7 years before arriving in Australia and is considered one of Australia’s leading experts in the treatment of small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a common cause of IBS. Dr Nirala is the medical director for SIBOtest, an online testing service for practitioners. Dr Nirala is so passionate about educating practitioners that she founded “The SIBO Doctor”, an online professional education platform. Dr Nirala lectures nationally and internationally about the assessment and treatment of SIBO and is the host of the popular podcast The SIBO Doctor podcast for practitioners. Dr Nirala is the medical director and senior naturopathic physician at The Biome Clinic, center for functional digestive disorders in Mullumbimby, New South Wales. Dr Nirala is the co-founder of the Australian Naturopathic Summit. When she is not actively researching, seeing patients or lecturing, Dr Nirala can be found enjoying the beauty of nature   Resources: Dr Nirala's Instagram The Human Microbiome Project Dr Nirala's  FREE SIBO Questionnaire The SIBO Success Plan 8 Hour Course SIBO Mastery Program (for practitioners) Visceral Manipulation Barral Institute Feeding Your Microbiome (Dr Nirala Podcast with Dr B) The Blue Zones book Healthy to 100 book Blood Type Diet   Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/gut-health-and-healing-sibo-with-dr-nirala-ep-86