Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Tami Simon
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Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 22min

Guy Shahar and Melinda Edwards, MD: “Sensitivity Is at the Heart of Autism”

Guy Shahar, an energetic healer and author, and Dr. Melinda Edwards, a psychiatrist and writer, delve into the heart of autism with profound insights. They discuss the unique spiritual gifts often found in those on the spectrum and how these individuals navigate sensitivity and interconnectedness. Shahar shares keys to connecting with autistic children, emphasizing the shift from anxiety to faith. Edwards highlights the overlooked strengths of autism, advocating for the understanding that neurodiversity brings valuable perspectives that can enrich our collective experience.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 58min

Andrea Gibson: Facing Mortality and Being Adored and Cherished by the Universe [ENCORE]

Andrea Gibson, Colorado’s 2023–25 Poet Laureate and celebrated spoken word artist, shares profound insights from their journey through illness and artistry. They explore themes of love, authenticity, and the power of self-acceptance. Gibson discusses facing mortality, finding joy in life's challenges, and embracing vulnerability. Their poetic reflections encourage listeners to connect deeply with themselves and the universe. The conversation is enriched by a moving reading of their poem, fostering an appreciation for creativity in the face of life's fleeting nature.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 55min

Suzy Miller: Becoming an Integrated, Multidimensional Being

In this engaging conversation, Suzy Miller, an integration specialist and visionary educator, delves into the multifaceted realms of neurodiversity. She questions whether autism is a disconnect between body, mind, and soul, and highlights the telepathic abilities found in many autistic children. The discussion explores the role of integration specialists, the significance of nurturing the inner child, and how neurodivergent individuals may represent the next stage of human evolution. Emphasizing emotional regulation and collective consciousness, Miller inspires a deeper understanding of integration.
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Jul 15, 2025 • 58min

Sarah Taylor: Neurodivergent People Are Wired for Awakening

Sarah Taylor, an intuitive energy healer, comedian, and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent, shares her insights on spiritual awakening through the lens of neurodiversity. She discusses how heightened sensitivity can lead to profound personal transformations and the importance of self-acceptance. Taylor explores the struggles of masking one's true self and the need for downtime and self-care amidst societal expectations. The conversation emphasizes reframing perceived limitations as gifts that enhance spiritual journeys and foster deeper connections.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 10min

Seane Corn and Lama Rod Owens: Steady Breath, Steady Heart

Seane Corn, an internationally celebrated yoga teacher and activist, joins Lama Rod Owens, a Black Buddhist lama and author, for a deep dive into navigating today's turbulent world. They discuss grounding practices amid societal upheaval and the emotional impacts of the pandemic. Listeners are guided through using grief and outrage as catalysts for transformation. The duo emphasizes community support, personal truths, and redefining what it means to be a 'new saint.' Their conversation is both inspiring and transformative, urging hope and connection amid challenges.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 1h 3min

Cyndi Dale: Becoming Your Own Best Ancestor

Cyndi Dale, an acclaimed author and healer with over 30 books to her name, discusses revolutionary ideas on time and transformation. She explores how past, present, and future selves coexist beyond linear understanding. Illuminating the concept of ancestry, she emphasizes healing familial traumas while drawing wisdom from them. Dale also introduces the advanced twelve-chakra system and its role in personal empowerment, addressing financial healing through energy work, and encourages listeners to become their own best ancestor for future generations.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 1min

Caroline Myss: From the Love of Power to the Power of Love

Caroline Myss, a New York Times bestselling author and medical intuitive, delves into the transformative power of love and spirituality. She shares insights about forging a partnership with the Divine and emphasizes how one's biography shapes their biology. Myss explores the significance of navigating modern chaos with faith, the dangers of collective narcissism, and the importance of making grace-filled choices. Her personal experiences illuminate how mystical challenges can lead to empowerment and deeper connections.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 1h 14min

Connie Zweig: “Meeting One of the World’s Leading Experts on the Shadow”

Connie Zweig, a retired Jungian therapist and author, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about the Shadow—our unconscious selves that influence behavior. She explores how shadow work can lead to personal and collective healing, especially in midlife. Zweig addresses the significance of repression, projection in relationships, and the role of shadow work in modern society. The conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness and how confronting our shadows can foster deeper connections and empathy amidst societal challenges.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 10min

Michelle Cassandra Johnson and Amy Burtaine: The Wisdom of the Hive

Michelle Cassandra Johnson, a wisdom teacher and racial equity consultant, teams up with Amy Burtaine, an anti-racist trainer and beekeeping enthusiast, to explore our connection to bees. They suggest that it’s the bees who might be trying to save humanity. They discuss bees as guides, the spiritual lineage of bee priestesses, and the importance of sustainability in beekeeping. Their enchanting tales reveal bees' roles as superorganisms, their adaptability, and the lessons we can learn about interconnectedness, gratitude, and the beauty of giving.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 6min

Sheryl Lisa Finn: “Connection Is More Powerful Than Anxiety”

Sheryl Lisa Finn, an author and educator specializing in Jungian psychology, shares transformative insights on overcoming anxiety through connection. She emphasizes that anxiety often stems from feeling unsafe and advocates for fostering ties with ourselves, others, and nature. Finn discusses the healing power of working with creativity, self-compassion, and ancestral connections as practical tools for emotional resilience. Listeners will find actionable techniques to manage anxiety and an understanding of its role in personal evolution amidst today's challenges.

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