

The Human Game w/ Nick Zei
Nick Zei
This podcast is your map through the maze of life as a human: decoding the traps, the false quests, and the loops that keep you stuck - and showing you how to actually play the human game at a high level.
We connect the dots between ancient wisdom and modern science - from mysticism to quantum theory, Taoism to timelines, Jungian psychology to consciousness tech. It’s all been pointing to the same thing: this reality is not what it seems, and you’re not here by accident.
You’ll get solo transmissions, and real convos with other Players who I find interesting.
LFG.
We connect the dots between ancient wisdom and modern science - from mysticism to quantum theory, Taoism to timelines, Jungian psychology to consciousness tech. It’s all been pointing to the same thing: this reality is not what it seems, and you’re not here by accident.
You’ll get solo transmissions, and real convos with other Players who I find interesting.
LFG.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 2h 32min
He Said He Could Control Me With His Eyes… | Intense Conversation With an Indian Mystic
This is the most unusual podcast I have recorded in India, and one of the most challenging conversations of the entire trip. What begins as a discussion about the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna, Arjuna, dharma, karma, Maya, and consciousness gradually shifts into a far more intense exchange.We compare Krishna and Jesus, explore ancient Indian philosophy, examine tantra and ritual symbolism, and look at the meaning of devotion. As the dialogue unfolds, the tone changes.At one point, the guest claims he can control a person through their left eye.Later, he introduces topics related to sacrifice, blood rituals, and dark practices. I use questioning to understand what he means.This episode presents cultural, historical, and philosophical perspectives through the lens of one individual.Everything here is for educational and documentary purposes only.The guest speaks for himself, and discernment is encouraged.This conversation is part of the deeper exploration behind my docu-series “What If with Nick Zei,” where we examine how different cultures understand God, the soul, karma, reincarnation, and unseen forces that influence human behavior.Full chapters are listed below.If you want to support this work, donation links and training information are included.CHAPTERS0:00 – Bhagavad Gita Intro, Disclaimer, and Episode Context3:05 – Krishna and Jesus: Parallels in the Ancient Narratives12:03 – Dharma Explained: Arjuna’s Crisis and Modern Purpose18:55 – Maya, Illusion, and the Nature of the Divine in the Gita27:41 – Ego, Soul, and the Inner Battlefield of the Human Experience36:38 – Avatars and Vedic Trinity: Shiva, Vishnu, and the Cosmic Roles44:49 – Dharma in Daily Life: Relationships, Career, and Calling52:57 – “Worshipping Demons?” Misconceptions About Hindu Deities1:03:33 – Karma, Free Will, and Divine Justice in the Gita1:15:12 – Can Karma Decide Your Next Birth? Gita-Based Breakdown1:32:23 – Influence, Energetics, and Boundaries Discussion1:38:00 – Tantra, Energy, and Techniques That Shift Emotional States1:40:46 – BEGINNING CLIP: The “Eye Control” Claim (Full Context)1:47:59 – Sacrifice Stories and Ancient Rituals: Cultural and Scriptural Context1:56:12 – Light vs. Dark Uses of Power (Psychology and Philosophy)2:04:08 – How Manipulators Target Ego Needs (Influence Psychology)2:11:14 – Is God Within or Beyond? Gita vs. Biblical Interpretations2:23:36 – The Core Teaching of the Bhagavad Gita: Action Without Attachment2:29:29 – Next Bhagavad Gita Episodes and Closing ReflectionsSUPPORT THE PODCAST AND THE MOVEMENT21-Day Shadow Integration Challenge (50% OFF):https://bit.ly/4aDOrtiDonate to support the work:https://donate.stripe.com/bJe3cn61Ic486iE1Q1fIs08Black Stuff:https://www.black-stuff.com/nickzeiAll links and resources:https://linktr.ee/nick.zeiLatest episode of “What If with Nick Zei”:https://youtu.be/9efBN-qWxEQAbout the ChannelLong-form conversations, spiritual exploration, anthropology, and cross-cultural dialogue.

Dec 4, 2025 • 2h 60min
WANT TO UNDERSTAND THE TRUTH? THE BHAGAVAD GITA IS THE MANUAL FOR IT.
Join Nick Zei and Hitesh in Rishikesh for a long-form conversation on the Bhagavad Gita and the hidden mechanics of consciousness. This is not a religious discussion. It is a direct exploration of how Krishna’s dialogue with Arjuna reveals the structure of human experience, choice, and purpose.Most recent “What If with Nick Zei” episode (Bhagavad Gita episode currently in solo production):https://youtu.be/9efBN-qWxEQFind Hitesh on YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@UC3wxPA1Sph–HxKGdOGVjrgSupport the podcast and the work:Direct contribution:https://donate.stripe.com/bJe3cn61Ic486iE1Q1fIs0821 Day Shadow Integration Challenge:https://buy.stripe.com/5kQ3cndua6JOayU7alfIs09Black Stuff:https://www.black-stuff.com/nickzeiAll other links:https://linktr.ee/nick.zeiThe Bhagavad Gita is presented here as a living manual for the modern seeker. The discussion moves through its core teachings:Dharma and action with clarityKarma Yoga and the mechanics of choiceBhakti Yoga and devotion as intelligenceJñāna Yoga and the unity of Self and SourceEquanimity, surrender, and flow as a mode of masteryNick and Hitesh connect the Gita with broader philosophies, the biblical tradition, and the modern creator’s path. Expect exploration into identity, death, devotion, and navigating life with purpose.Filmed on the banks of the Ganga in Rishikesh, this episode weaves Eastern philosophy with modern consciousness studies. It reflects on the art of living and the practical structure of the Human Game.Host: Nick ZeiGuest: HiteshLocation: Rishikesh, IndiaChapters00:00 – Opening Context in Rishikesh03:25 – The Nature of Reality and Consciousness07:42 – Why Humans Feel Confused About Purpose12:36 – The Game of Life as a Spiritual System18:44 – Identity, Ego, and the Search for Clarity26:01 – The Inner War Between Thought and Awareness34:58 – Dharma and Aligned Action Explained42:17 – Karma Yoga and the Mechanics of Choice49:06 – Hidden Structures of the Mind55:38 – How Conditioning Shapes the Player01:03:24 – The Roots of Suffering and Self-Misunderstanding01:12:10 – True Spiritual Practice in the Modern World01:21:53 – How to Discern Truth from Illusion01:30:40 – Direct Experience and Inquiry01:37:58 – Vedic Knowledge and Universal Principles01:46:22 – What the Gita Suggests About Human Nature01:55:41 – The Path of Inner Mastery02:04:12 – The Field, Subtle Perception, and Awareness02:12:54 – Why Humans Fear Change02:20:33 – Consciousness Expanding Through the Player02:29:18 – Realization and Higher Intelligence02:37:06 – Integrating Teachings into Daily Life02:45:42 – The Journey Toward Self-Knowledge02:53:33 – Reflections in Rishikesh02:59:41 – Closing Message

Jul 2, 2025 • 2h 40min
The Hidden Operating System of the Human Body (Taoist Wisdom Explained) | Dr. Michelle Patrick
They told you the body was just biology… but the ancients knew better.In this episode, we dive into the Taoist view of the body as an interface.Not just organs and flesh... but energy, emotion, and intelligence.A full system. Wired to the field.Here’s what we break down:The real meaning behind the Five Elements (not the watered-down version)Why each organ holds a specific emotion, and how that shapes your realityHow Taoist view maps to frequency, energy fields, and the human physiologyWhat it really means to live in harmony with the cosmosThis isn’t wellness fluff.. We call out that false light loop.This is the original blueprint for how your body connects to everything.🔹 Sign Up for Master The Storm (Starts 7/7):https://www.nickzei.com/masterthestorm🔹 Dr. Michelle’s IG:https://www.instagram.com/theearthoracle🔹 Get Your Black Stuff:https://black-stuff.com/?bg_ref=BdKODBVjh9🔹 All of Nick’s Links:https://linktr.ee/nick.zeiUnlocking the Three Treasures of Taoism (Jing, Qi, Shen)00:00How the Mind and Body Mirror Each Other04:31Real Mastery Begins with Self-Awareness09:41The Five Elements: Taoism’s Map of the Human System19:31The Hidden Dangers of the Biohacking Obsession29:10Stretching as a Gateway to Emotional + Mental Clarity38:08Shen, Qi, and Blood: The Inner Fuel of Human Consciousness45:48Lessons from Buddhism, Meditation, and Direct Experience48:40Are Supplements Helping or Harming? A Deeper Look1:22:06Our Disconnection from Nature—and How to Rewire1:26:09Redefining Human Potential in a Distorted World1:28:19What Is God? A Conversation Beyond Religion1:32:52Destiny or Choice? The Dance of Fate and Free Will1:34:59Why Most Suffering is an Illusion1:37:44Radical Self-Awareness and Owning Your Life1:42:21The Wound in the American Psyche1:47:32Creation as a Healing Force: The Power of Expression1:52:15Initiation and the Lost Rites of Passage1:56:01Mind-Body Codes: Healing Through Inner Alignment1:59:18Inner Union: Integrating the Masculine and Feminine2:04:45The Quiet Power of Self-Realization2:13:36

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 28min
THE HUMAN GAME EXPLAINED | #1: WHAT IS THE HUMAN GAME?
In this episode, Nick Zei breaks down what The Human Game really is-and why most people are trapped in loops without even knowing it.If you've ever felt like reality was off, like something deeper was going on beneath the surface... you're not crazy. You're waking up.We explore:Why your reality feels manipulated (and who benefits)Ancient cultures & the conscious field theoryThe illusion of “free will” in a distracted worldPsychological tactics used to keep Players asleepHow to break loops and shift your timelineThis episode connects the dots between Plato’s Cave, the false light, and ancient truths hidden on purpose. It’s the starter wake-up call for anyone ready to exit the matrix.🎭 Companion to Scene 1 & 2 of The Human Game BookMetaphysics, Jungian psychology, and mind control-all dramatized in a skit format.👁️ If you're starting to question everything... that’s how the Game begins.—🎬 Watch the scenes on YouTube:Scene 1⚡ Join MASTER THE STORM (Starts 7/7):21-Day Training to Master the Chaos of Life🧢 Human Game Merch:Shop Now—⏳ Chapters:00:00 - Intro: What Is The Human Game?01:45 - The Purpose of This Series04:15 - Sketches vs Deep Dives06:00 - Why Understanding the Game Matters08:20 - Carl Jung & The Unconscious10:40 - Who This Podcast Is For13:10 - Game, Field, Player, Thread Definitions18:45 - Timeline Mobility, Pattern Inertia, Loops22:00 - False Light & Field Coherence25:15 - Core Questions of the Game28:00 - Plato’s Cave & Playing Blind32:30 - Consensus Reality vs Field Awareness36:00 - Living Cosmos: Logos, Field, Dao41:30 - Historical Inversion: Descartes, Newton, Bacon46:10 - Materialism & the Dead Universe Model49:00 - Control Systems: Language, Trauma, Time52:20 - Why the Game Exists (Teleology)54:15 - Nested Games: Micro to Cosmic57:00 - Reincarnation in the Game01:01:00 - Systemic Loops & Pattern Inertia01:05:00 - Timeline Weaving & Folded Time01:08:45 - Coherence & Collective Weaving01:12:10 - False Light in Spirituality01:15:30 - Ethical Thread Weaving01:19:00 - Black Magic Play & Spiritual Manipulation01:21:30 - Final Message: Rope of Coherence01:24:30 - Master The Storm Invitation01:27:00 - Closing Gratitude & What’s Next

Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 46min
The Hidden Science Of Ayurveda: The Original Biohack For Improving Health | W/ Jacob Kear
Jacobs IG:https://www.instagram.com/jakethejuicerBLACK STUFF — The Missing Key To Restore Your Body’s Inner SoilGet yours here:https://www.black-stuff.com/nickzeiNick's Links:https://linktr.ee/nick.zeiChapters:00:00 — How Ayurveda Reveals Your Unique Health Blueprint03:10 — How the 5 Elements Shape Your Body and Mind05:57 — Vata, Pitta, and Kapha: Understanding the Doshas09:13 — Balancing the 5 Elements for Lasting Vitality14:47 — Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science: Why Ayurveda Still Matters20:59 — Thriving vs. Surviving: The Ayurvedic Path to Vital Health24:11 — Everyday Ayurvedic Practices You Can Start Today34:01 — Eating for Your Dosha: Food as Medicine40:51 — Igniting Digestive Fire: The Metabolism Secret46:31 — Balancing the Doshas: A Whole-Person Approach56:41 — Seasonal Eating & Living in Rhythm with Nature01:08:23 — Sleep as Medicine: Ayurvedic Secrets for Deep Rest01:14:09 — Ojas & Sexual Energy: The Foundation of Vitality01:28:11 — Mastering Agni & Metabolism for Lifelong Health01:31:03 — How to Live in Flow: Thriving with Ayurvedic WisdomDiscover the forgotten science of how your body really works.Ayurveda — an ancient system of health — offers a radically different approach than today’s one-size-fits-all wellness trends.In this episode, you’ll learn how the 5 elements (earth, water, fire, air, ether) shape your body and mind — and how to balance them for lasting energy, clarity, and vitality.We’ll break down:✓ How to find your unique Dosha type (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)✓ Why digestion (Agni) is the foundation of health✓ How to eat for your body type & the seasons✓ The role of sexual energy (Ojas) in vitality and immunity✓ Daily habits for better sleep, metabolism, mood & moreWhether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, you’ll come away with practical tools you can start using today.#Ayurveda #AyurvedaForModernLife #Dosha #BalanceYourDosha #Agni #DigestiveHealth #Biohacking #HolisticHealth #MindBodyBalance #Vitality #Ojas #AncientWisdom #ModernWellness #SeasonalLiving #FunctionalMedicine #IntegrativeHealth

Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 43min
JOSHUA HANNA | HOW TO OPERATE AT THE HIGHEST LEVELS USING NEUROSCIENCE AND SPIRITAULITY
Get Josh's Brand (Metahuman) Shilajit here: https://metahuman.net?bg_ref=nFamZok6VLAll of nicks links here:https://linktr.ee/nick.zeiJosh's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/joshuahanna1111/CHAPTERS:00:00 Neuroscience and Spirituality in Peak Performance03:08 The Journey of Human Potential05:46 Understanding Identity and Personal Evolution08:46 Genetics and Peak Performance11:55 Addiction and the Brain15:10 Pattern Interrupts and Recovery18:06 The Role of Self-Awareness in Overcoming Addiction20:49 Feedback Loops and Behavioral Change24:06 The Crisis of Meaning and Purpose26:59 Emotions and Peak Performance36:21 Exploring Perspectives and Buddhism39:24 The Bodhisattva Path43:38 Buddhism and Neuroscience46:29 The Shaolin Legacy50:03 Understanding Qi and Qigong55:38 Mastery and Human Potential01:01:22 The Intersection of Spirituality and Christianity01:07:02 Controversies in Christianity and Spirituality01:12:30 Christ Consciousness and Universal Love01:19:48 The Role of Love in Society01:23:07 The Evolution of Spirituality and Neuroscience01:36:29 The Future of Mental Health and Brain ScienceDESCRIPTION:This conversation explores the intersection of neuroscience and spirituality in achieving peak performance. The speakers discuss the journey of human potential, the flexibility of identity, the role of genetics in personal evolution, and the impact of addiction on the brain. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness and pattern interrupts in overcoming addiction, as well as the significance of feedback loops in behavior change. The discussion also touches on the crisis of meaning in modern life and the relationship between emotions and peak performance. This conversation delves into the philosophical and spiritual teachings of Buddhism, the concept of the Bodhisattva, and the practices of Qigong and Shaolin. The speakers explore the intersection of spirituality and Christianity, discussing the nuances of belief systems and the essence of mastery in personal development. They emphasize the importance of perspective in shaping one's worldview and the transformative power of ancient practices in modern life. In this conversation, the speakers explore the complexities and controversies within Christianity, emphasizing the importance of love and compassion as core themes in spirituality. They discuss the evolution of spirituality in relation to neuroscience, highlighting the need for a more brain-centric approach to mental health. The dialogue culminates in a vision for the future of mental health care, integrating advanced neuroscience with spiritual practices to alleviate suffering and enhance human potential.Keywordsneuroscience, spirituality, peak performance, human potential, identity, personal evolution, genetics, addiction, recovery, self-awareness, feedback loops, meaning, purpose, emotions, Buddhism, Bodhisattva, Shaolin, Qigong, Qi, spirituality, mastery, human potential, Christianity, meditation, Christianity, spirituality, Christ consciousness, love, mental health, neuroscience, evolution, compassion, societal issues, peak performance

Feb 25, 2025 • 31min
If you're creating online for other people, you're doing it wrong
If creating for others isn’t working out, maybe it’s because it’s not meant to flow that way.Try this different approach.Join my academy to get access to my free masterclass + all my other linkshttps://linktr.ee/nick.zei

Jan 31, 2025 • 23min
When you feel lost, listen to this
You did not incarnate into this planet for no reason. If you feel lost, it's probably due to you not understanding fully how the game of being human works. This video explains how.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 14min
#70: Russell Brand, Church Dogma, Carl Jung, and The Shadow W/ Joey Labossiere
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Chapters:
00:00 The Awakening of Humanity
02:55 Rediscovering God Within
05:51 The Nature of Christ Consciousness
08:47 The Role of Religion and Spirituality
15:07 The Power of Hypnosis and Inner Work
20:52 The Importance of Consciousness
23:56 The Corrupt Code of Humanity
29:46 Finding Balance in Emotions
39:23 Truth and Heresy in Spirituality
42:34 The Power of Personal Experience
47:28 Spiritual Practices and Rituals
52:34 Embracing Artistic Expression
01:03:27 Navigating Relationships and Family Dynamics
Summary
In this conversation, Nick Zei discusses the awakening of humanity and the rediscovery of God within ourselves. He explores the nature of Christ consciousness, the role of religion and spirituality, and the journey of self-discovery. The importance of hypnosis and inner work is emphasized, along with the need to embrace emotions and the human experience. The conversation delves into the corrupt codes of humanity and the dance with darkness, ultimately highlighting the power of acceptance and the significance of consciousness in our lives. In this conversation, Nick Zei explores the themes of consciousness, unity, and the integration of personal experiences in spiritual practices. He emphasizes the importance of embracing all aspects of oneself, including the shadow, to achieve higher frequencies of love and acceptance. The discussion also touches on the dynamics of relationships, the significance of personal rituals, and the role of artistic expression in one's spiritual journey.

Sep 28, 2024 • 1h 42min
#68: Why Intuitive Strength Training Trumps Bodybuilding w/ Tre
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Summary
In this conversation, Nick Zei and his guest explore the profound impact of movement on physical and mental health. They discuss the importance of understanding pain, building body awareness, and the role of intuition in movement practices. The conversation critiques traditional physical therapy approaches and emphasizes the benefits of natural movement over bodybuilding culture. They also delve into the joy of movement, its connection to mental health, and the significance of authenticity in personal growth. Ultimately, they highlight the journey of self-discovery and the power of community support in achieving a fulfilling life.


