

Here For The Truth
Joel & Yerasimos
In a world awash with propaganda, censorship, and spiritual confusion, Here For The Truth is a refuge for critical thinkers and seekers of authenticity. Hosted by Joel Rafidi and Yerasimos, this podcast cuts through the noise to explore psychology, philosophy, spirituality, health, freedom, and the human condition with honesty and depth.
Through raw, unfiltered conversations with thought leaders, researchers, and free thinkers from around the world, Here For The Truth challenges collective narratives and invites you to reclaim your mind, body, and the essence of what makes you who you are.
If you’re tired of surface-level conversations and ready to confront reality with depth and courage—this is your weekly listen. Subscribe, follow, and join the movement of those willing to see, think, and live differently.
https://hereforthetruth.com
Through raw, unfiltered conversations with thought leaders, researchers, and free thinkers from around the world, Here For The Truth challenges collective narratives and invites you to reclaim your mind, body, and the essence of what makes you who you are.
If you’re tired of surface-level conversations and ready to confront reality with depth and courage—this is your weekly listen. Subscribe, follow, and join the movement of those willing to see, think, and live differently.
https://hereforthetruth.com
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Dec 21, 2025 • 1h 36min
Ep 274 - Efrat Fenigson | Sovereignty in an Age of Control
In this episode, we sit down with Efrat Fenigson—independent journalist, public speaker, and host of You’re the Voice—for a courageous conversation about sovereignty, power, and the systems that shape human behavior. Drawing from her lived experience growing up in Israel, Efrat speaks openly about identity, collective trauma, propaganda, and the psychological cost of questioning state narratives from within. From there, the conversation quickly widens to examine how control operates at a deeper structural level—through money. Efrat breaks down how the modern fiat monetary system erodes human agency and why Bitcoin represents a radically different model rooted in decentralization and personal sovereignty. This is a nuanced, unsanitized dialogue connecting geopolitics, psychology, sound money and a sober yet inspiring look at what it means to reclaim authority over your life in an age of control.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser (00:22) Opening Conversation (04:29) Guest Introduction & Personal Journey (09:02) Growing Up in Israel (16:51) Peace Activism and Political Realizations (21:06) Complexities of Israeli-Palestinian Relations (38:52) Understanding Sovereignty (47:51) Fraudulent Fiat Economic System (55:03) Fractional Reserve Banking Explained (01:01:08) Bitcoin…The Solution to Fiat's Failures (01:18:56) Bitcoin's Origins and Global Impact (01:23:50) El Salvador’s Bitcoin AdoptionGuest Linkshttps://linktr.ee/efenigson Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Dec 14, 2025 • 1h 34min
Ep 273 - Jaguar Heart | The Truth About Masculine Initiation
In this episode, we dive straight into the raw reality of what true masculine initiation actually looks like—far beyond the pop-psychology clichés. Jaguar Heart returns to share an unfiltered account of the heartbreak, trauma, illness, loss, and psychological dismantling that forced him into his next stage of individuation. From splitting from the mother construct to confronting toxic feminine dynamics, Jaguar offers a rare look inside the male awakening that modern culture avoids at all costs. No easy narratives will be found here...this dialogue reveals the deeper psychological currents men must face—and the inner fire required to break free.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:33) Opening Conversation(04:26) Introducing Jaguar Heart(06:35) Health Struggles and Recovery(11:35) Relationship Dynamics and Coaching(27:31) Mother Wounds and Masculinity(40:37) Societal Narratives and Masculinity(46:44) The Sisterhood's Threat to Women(49:05) Domestic Violence and Double Standards(50:30) The Lack of Elder Men in Modern Society(55:48) The Evolution of Masculinity(01:01:15) The Challenges of Maintaining Relationships(01:03:27) The Importance of Containment in Men(01:18:53) The Role of Elder Men in Guiding Youth(01:30:01) Honoring Masculinity and Inner AuthorityGuest Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/purejaguar/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Dec 7, 2025 • 1h 34min
Ep 272 - Katie Hess | The Medicine in the Meadow
In this episode, we step into the world of subtle energies, ancient lineages, and the forgotten intelligence of nature with renowned flower essence pioneer Katie Hess. For more than 25 years, Katie has traveled the world hand-collecting rare blooms, studying their emotional and spiritual signatures, and helping thousands dissolve old patterns, open the heart, and reconnect with who they truly are. Together, we explore the origins of flower essences across cultures, the skepticism they often provoke, the transformative shifts they can catalyze, and the deeper relationship between consciousness, nature, and the unseen forces that shape our lives.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:32) Opening Conversation(07:26) Katie Hess Journey and Flower Remedies(11:38) Understanding Flower Essences and Their Impact(21:16) Collecting and Using Flower Essences(37:53) Skepticism of Flower Essences(44:42) Spirituality and Connection to Nature(48:03) Regional Effects of Flowers(49:43) The Mystical San Pedro Cactus Flower(51:42) The Impact of Plants on Our Daily Lives(54:02) Building a Business Around Flower Essences(58:16) Stories of Transformation with Flower Remedies(01:02:08) The Cyclical Nature of Business and Personal Growth(01:11:08) Flower Essences for Addiction and Pregnancy(01:18:41) How to Get Started with Flower Essences(01:31:41) Final ThoughtsGuest Linkshttps://www.lotuswei.com/hereforthetruth - 10% Discount Code: HFTTTake the Master Flower Quiz here!https://www.instagram.com/lotuswei/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Nov 30, 2025 • 1h 52min
Ep 271 - Meli Neubek | Decoding 2026: Mapping the Year Ahead
In this episode, we sit down with astrologer and psychological guide Meli Neubek for a grounded, insightful exploration of how astrology can deepen self-understanding and offer a clearer lens on the collective shifts unfolding as we approach 2026. Meli shares her personal journey into astrology, how she blends evolutionary and psychological frameworks, and why self-inquiry, intuition, and agency matter more than ever in times of rapid change. Together we unpack the major planetary movements shaping the coming years, the importance of staying curious rather than fatalistic, and how each of us can navigate emerging cycles with clarity, responsibility, and authenticity.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:32) Opening Conversation(07:12) Introducing Meli Neubek(10:08) Meli’s Journey and Personal Growth(24:57) Why Meli Resonates with Astrology(38:53) The Whole Sign House System(39:40) Different Astrological Perspectives(40:42) Integrating Astrological Knowledge(42:19) Astrology and Human Experience(48:57) 2026 Astrology Reading(53:50) Pluto's Transition from Capricorn to Aquarius(01:09:44) Neptune Entering Aries: Dreams into Reality(01:14:41) Uranus Moving into Gemini: Shocking the System(01:16:29) FAA Disruptions (Uranus in Gemini)(01:17:32) Historical Context of Uranus in Gemini(01:18:34) Future Predictions and Technological Advancements(01:20:14) Uranus and Pluto: Historical Impacts(01:24:19) Nervous System Overload and Practical Advice(01:26:02) Astrological Insights for 1981-1982 Births(01:27:20) Summary of 2026 Astrological Events(01:36:03) Yerasimos’ Astrological Reading(01:41:27) Joel’s Astrological Reading(01:50:02) Closing ThoughtsGuest LinksDownload Meli’s 2026 Guide to Neptune + UranusCelestial Curiosities PodcastBook a reading with Melihttps://www.instagram.com/melineubekConnect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Nov 23, 2025 • 1h 51min
Ep 270 - Peta Kelly | The Beauty of God’s Design
In this episode, we sit down with Peta Kelly for a raw, deeply human exploration of what it truly means to live in alignment with God’s design. Peta opens up about her upbringing as an eldest daughter in a tough environment, her meteoric rise in the holistic health world, and the long road of shedding the “boss babe” identity to reclaim her femininity, her faith, and her integrity. We explore motherhood without perfectionism, raising resilient children in a fragile culture, letting go of wellness neurosis, and trusting the innate intelligence of the body. With her trademark honesty, humor, and self-awareness, Peta speaks to the beauty, the messiness, and the liberation found in radical self-honesty. This is a conversation about faith, resilience, womanhood, and rediscovering the simplicity and brilliance of God’s design.Time Stamps(00:00 Episode Teaser)(00:36 Opening Conversation)(02:33 Peta Kelly's Background and Achievements)(03:41 Growing Up in Perth)(07:43 Eldest Daughter Responsibilities)(10:19 Peta’s Journey to Success)(16:48 Balancing Motherhood and Career)(18:16 Inner Work and Self-Discovery)(24:53 More About Being The Eldest Daughter)(34:48 Parenting in the Modern World)(38:52 Navigating Emotional Challenges with Children)(41:46 Balancing Social Media and Parenting)(46:03 Health and Wellness Perspectives)(59:55 What Is Body Luxury?)(01:14:20 Truth vs. Honesty)(01:21:35 Gender Differences)(01:39:46 The Impact of Social Media)(01:45:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections)Guest Linkshttps://petakelly.com/ https://www.likehoneycomb.com/ (Substack)https://www.instagram.com/petajean_/ Peta’s podcast - Good WomenConnect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthRise Above The Herd Take the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramFollow us on InstagramAccess all our links

Nov 16, 2025 • 2h 3min
Ep 269 - Dr. Melissa Sell | The First Betrayal of the Child
In this powerful and confronting conversation, Dr. Melissa Sell returns to Here for the Truth for her eighth appearance to explore how modern medical and cultural rituals have severed us from our primal instincts, our intuition, and our innate trust in life. Through the lens of German New Medicine and the Five Biological Laws, we examine how the earliest experiences of infants—from wellness checks to ear piercings to “cry it out” sleep training—can imprint deep patterns of fear, separation, and obedience. This episode is a wake-up call to reclaim our natural intelligence, to see through the conditioning that normalizes harm, and to remember that true health begins with awareness and self-responsibility.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:27) Opening Conversation(07:57) Introduction to Dr. Melissa Sell's Work(08:39) The Growth of German New Medicine(10:35) Parenting and Health Paradigms(30:27) Personal Anecdotes and Reflections(45:35) The Ritual of Water and Biological Adaptation(49:21) Historical Context of Birthing Practices(50:41) Ear Piercing and Parental Dilemmas(52:09) Cultural Practices and Instinctual Overrides(55:44) Children's Nighttime Fears and Parental Influence(01:01:28) Biological Conflicts and Hospital Visits(01:03:07) Sleep Training and Crying It Out(01:06:26) Separation Conflicts and Childhood Diseases(01:09:13) Parental Conflicts and Child Symptoms(01:12:20) Spirituality and German New Medicine(01:19:38) Germanic People and Natural Living(01:25:37) The Impact of Fathers Traveling for Work(01:29:06) The Evolution of Family Names and Roles(01:31:18) Perspectives on Evolution and Adaptation(01:38:43) Sibling Rivalries and Biological Conflicts(01:40:33) The Significance of Tongue Posture and Ties(01:45:52) The Body's Biological AdaptationsGuest Linkshttps://www.drmelissasell.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drmelissasell/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links

Nov 9, 2025 • 2h 6min
Ep 268 - George Bryant | The Power of Radical Authenticity
In one of our most inspiring conversations of the year, New York Times bestselling author and digital strategist George Bryant shares his remarkable journey from childhood trauma and military survival to radical authenticity and heart-centered leadership. Known for his “Relationships Beat Algorithms” philosophy, George opens up about overcoming addiction, eating disorders, and emotional collapse, revealing how stillness, surrender, and faith transformed his life and business. This conversation dives into what it truly means to live with integrity, build meaningful connections, and walk the narrow road toward wholeness.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:36) Opening Conversation(04:12) Introducing George Bryant(06:36) George Bryant's Early Life: Struggles and Survival(09:39) Marine Corps Challenges(15:31) Afghanistan Deployment(19:22) From Marine to Millionaire Entrepreneur(23:26) Battling Eating Disorder(29:57) The Power of Authenticity: Embracing Vulnerability(37:00) Finding Purpose Through Stillness(45:55) The Importance of Solitude(47:40) The Impact of Technology on Attention(57:16) The Journey to Self-Discovery(01:07:18) The Birth of 'Mind of George'(01:25:45) The Value of Service(01:29:08) Parenting and Personal Growth(01:31:30) The Science of Willpower(01:34:24) Keys to Scaling a Business(01:47:22) Authenticity in BusinessGuest Linkshttps://mindofgeorge.com/ https://www.instagram.com/itsgeorgebryant/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links

Nov 2, 2025 • 1h 37min
Ep 267 - Joel Schafer | The Toltec Path of Shamanic Dreaming
In this episode we explore the Toltec path of shamanic dreaming — not as a philosophy, but as a living practice of perception, impeccability and energetic freedom. Joel Schafer shares his story of entering this work at a young age, what it truly means to reclaim attention from the “predator mind,” and how dreaming serves as a doorway into other layers of reality. We dive into the Toltec understanding of death as an ally, recapitulation as a path to restoring totality, and why true shamanic training requires power, humility, and self-honesty rather than substances or titles. This is a conversation for those who sense there is more to this world than meets the eye — and are ready to learn how to see.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:37) Opening Conversation(06:18) Introducing Joel Schafer(07:34) Joel's Shamanic Journey(17:54) Experiences with New Shamanic Group(21:49) Understanding Inorganic Beings(23:28) The True Role of a Shaman(31:00) The Toltec Tradition and Dreaming(39:44) Interpreting Dreams and Dark Entities(49:22) The Balance of Discipline and Impeccability(50:46) Creative Practices and Substance Use(52:00) Martial Arts and Dreaming Practices(53:03) The Concept of Totality and Parallel Lives(01:05:03) The Role of Death as an Advisor(01:13:44) Experiences of Power and Perception(01:20:20) The Connection with Earth and Sun(01:26:47) Closing ThoughtsGuest Linkshttps://www.joelschafer.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joel.schafer Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links

Oct 26, 2025 • 1h 46min
Ep 266 - Amy Lea | Living Your Design
Amy Lea—professional astrologer and human design analyst—shares how an autoimmune diagnosis at 23 led her to discover the revolutionary framework that explained a lifetime of burnout and misalignment. She reveals how human design offers a practical roadmap for living according to your unique energetic blueprint rather than society's hustle-driven paradigm. Through candid insights on projector energy, strategy and authority, and the difference between empowering self-knowledge versus spiritual bypassing, this episode delivers grounded wisdom on trusting your design, embracing experimentation over rigidity, and reclaiming your inner authority as we navigate the seismic shifts ahead.Time Stamps(00:00) Episode Teaser(00:26) Opening Conversation(05:01) Guest Introduction(05:56) Amy Lea's Hero's Journey(09:14) Human Design and Personal Growth(14:16) Deconditioning Process(23:12) Human Design Centers and Definitions(25:45) Emotional Waves and Relationships(28:28) The 2027 Shift(33:24) Human Design and Nervous System(37:04) Projectors & Manifestors(43:30) Sacral vs. Splenic Responses(48:16) Living in Alignment: Prosperity and Relationships(57:51) Manifestors and Childhood Conditioning(01:10:10) Navigating Decisions in Relationships(01:13:39) Challenges of Manifesting Generators(01:18:06) What is the “Soul” of Human Design?(01:26:50) Misconceptions in Human Design(01:29:08) Coherence Over Hustle(01:37:51) Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsGuest Linkshttps://www.amylea.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/amylea.co/ Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links

Oct 19, 2025 • 56min
Ep 265 - Joel & Yerasimos | This Is Your Reminder
This is a direct transmission to the part of you that’s tired of playing small, tired of betraying your deeper knowing, and ready to remember.Join this Telegram Group to learn more about the most ridiculous Rise Above The Herd sale ever for the next 7 days only (Sunday Oct. 19-26): https://t.me/+Ilojk4-sPpUzZjVl Connect with UsJoin our membership Friends of the TruthTake the Real AF Test NowDiscover Your Truth Seeker ArchetypeWatch all our episodesFollow us on InstagramConnect with us on TelegramAccess all our links


