The Rainbo Podcast

Today, we're exploring the beautiful reclamation of ourselves, our femininity, and the creative power that lives within all of us. To help me dive in, I'm joined by Harmanjot – a leading modern teacher of Kundalini yoga who has a passion for connecting people and expanding magic in the world. Together, we highlight the power of feminine creativity and how embodying and mastering our sexual energy relates to our magnetism, creativity, vitality and sense of personal power. We touch on the misconceptions of Tantra and its deeper meaning beyond mere sexuality. Harmanjot, with her extensive experience in ancient yoga, explains how the idea that sex is the motivation of all life relates to these teachings. We also discuss the shutdown of chakras, why they shut down, and how to release any blockages to move forward in all areas of life. Harmanjot talks about the impact of past partners on present relationships and how to remove oneself from them. We cover many aspects of women's sexual energies, where they can manifest, and how to set boundaries with partners in alignment with your self-love, intimacy, and feminine identity. Plus, Harmanjot shares some incredible Kundalini practices, mantras, and tools for reclaiming our feminine creative power. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Why chakras get shut down, and how to recognize and release those blockages The hyper-sexualization and objectification of women Connections between sexual energy, creativity, and your second chakra Breaking down Tantra and the misconceptions Sexual misery, disappointment, and dissatisfaction The importance of boundaries and consent in intimacy Understanding the imprint and remaining energy of past sex partners Kundalini practices, mantras, and tools for feminine creative power “Feminine reclamation” and the unique ways women experience the world Resources Mentioned: True Love Course Eka Mai Recitation by White Sun Bhand Jameeai by White Sun RA MA Institute Guest Info: Follow Harmanjot on Instagram: @katehinkens Learn more on Harmanjot’s website: harmanjot.com/sex Work with Harmanjot: harmanjot.com/private-coaching Follow Me: ⁠⁠@tonyapapanikolove⁠⁠⁠⁠@rainbomushrooms⁠⁠ ⁠⁠rainbo.com

Inside the fascinating world of apitherapy, I sat down with Kate Hinkens, bee venom therapist, educator, and the founder of Stinglab, to learn how she healed a debilitating condition with Bee Venom Therapy (BVT) and to explore bee venom’s (apitoxin) healing properties as part of the body’s regenerative cycle. Kate is an expert in the field, dedicated to the research and therapeutic application of BVT. In our conversation, Kate shares how BVT cured her of Lyme disease through its inflammatory healing properties. She illustrates the specific compounds found in BVT, the application process, and its ability to kill bacteria and viruses found in the body. We discuss the social structure of a bee hive and the relationship between worker bees, queen bees, and the external world. We also explore how BVT specifically impacts bees. Kate details the balance between bees and beekeepers and the interconnectedness of BVT and death. Empathy and reverence can exist at the same time. Finally, Kate shares a fascinating story about fungi and bees’ ancient relationship and highlights ways for newly diagnosed individuals to train the nervous system and aid the body’s inflammatory response. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Various uses for bee venom therapy (BVT) How Kate found BVT and healed herself Why integrity and trust are crucial for healing The BVT application process The social structure of a bee hive How BVT affects bees’ livelihood The connection and history of mushrooms and bees Resources Mentioned: Paul Stamets’ work Guest Info: Follow Kate on Instagram: @katehinkens Learn more on Stinglab’s website: stinglab.org Follow Me: ⁠@tonyapapanikolove⁠⁠@rainbomushrooms⁠ ⁠rainbo.com

In response to a topic that seeps into every aspect of our lives, I sat down with Dr. Melissa Cugliari, Naturopathic Doctor and expert in naturopathy dermatology, digestive health, and hormones, to explore the burnout cycle, the science behind it, and practical strategies that support personal and professional longevity. Dr. Melissa is a wealth of knowledge in the world of well-being and also happens to be my naturopathic doctor. In our conversation, Dr. Melissa illustrates the key biomarkers of burnout from a clinical perspective, as well as its early indicators. We discuss the three stages of burnout and how boundaries can support burnout’s mental-emotional impact. She also shares how to add more “deposits” to your energetic bank account and the effect that protein, boundaries, and support have on aiding an overstressed, overworked nervous system. We also take a deep dive into intentional self-care and awareness around cycles and seasonality. Dr. Melissa details supplements and lifestyle tools to nourish the body and protect it against the burnout cycle. Finally, we discuss removing narratives in order to create a new reality for ourselves and others. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Neglecting of needs and the ability to recover from burnout Boundaries and the mental-emotional impact of burnout Tell-tale signs and symptoms of burnout The three stages of burnout and ways to add a “deposit” Key burnout biomarkers The healthy relationship between diet + boundaries + support and burnout Supplements + solutions to support yourself in a burnout cycle Resources Mentioned: Use code THERAINBOPODCAST for 15% off at checkout on Rainbo products Research on Biomarkers of Clinician Burnout Guest Info: Follow Dr. Melissa on Instagram: @drmelissa.co Learn more on Dr. Melissa’s website: drmelissa.co Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

In response to a topic that seeps into every aspect of our lives, I sat down with Dr. Melissa Cugliari, Naturopathic Doctor and expert in naturopathy dermatology, digestive health, and hormones, to explore the burnout cycle, the science behind it, and practical strategies that support personal and professional longevity. Dr. Melissa is a wealth of knowledge in the world of well-being and also happens to be my naturopathic doctor. In our conversation, Dr. Melissa illustrates the key biomarkers of burnout from a clinical perspective, as well as its early indicators. We discuss the three stages of burnout and how boundaries can support burnout’s mental-emotional impact. She also shares how to add more “deposits” to your energetic bank account and the effect that protein, boundaries, and support have on aiding an overstressed, overworked nervous system. We also take a deep dive into intentional self-care and awareness around cycles and seasonality. Dr. Melissa details supplements and lifestyle tools to nourish the body and protect it against the burnout cycle. Finally, we discuss removing narratives in order to create a new reality for ourselves and others. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Neglecting of needs and the ability to recover from burnout Boundaries and the mental-emotional impact of burnout Tell-tale signs and symptoms of burnout The three stages of burnout and ways to add a “deposit” Key burnout biomarkers The healthy relationship between diet + boundaries + support and burnout Supplements + solutions to support yourself in a burnout cycle Resources Mentioned: Use code THERAINBOPODCAST for 15% off at checkout on Rainbo products Research on Biomarkers of Clinician Burnout Guest Info: Follow Dr. Melissa on Instagram: @drmelissa.co Learn more on Dr. Melissa’s website: drmelissa.co Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

With so much fear and misunderstanding around reproductive health these days, I sat down with Anne Matthews, Fertility Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, to learn about her treatment plans for infertility and chronic conditions like PCOS and endometriosis. Anne is known as the “fairy godmother of fertility” to the hundreds of patients who seek support at her clinic in Toronto. In our conversation, she walks us through the health markers she looks for when determining the root causes of reproductive health challenges. Anne also highlights the prevalence of male factor infertility and notes lifestyle changes that can dramatically improve a couple’s ability to conceive. We also get into how Anne uses medicinal mushrooms in her practice, particularly Reishi, and the research behind other supplements she recommends like N-acetyl cysteine (NAC). Plus, Anne shares why she’s so passionate about empowering her patients to look within for answers instead of defaulting to external solutions. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Why Anne doesn’t believe there’s an influx of infertility, despite what social media might suggest The truth about the impact of stress on reproductive health How heat and cold exposure effect sperm and egg quality Anne’s advice for anyone nervous about getting pregnant at 35+ years old Recommendations for patients who have unexplained infertility Resources Mentioned: Premom App Ovulation and Pregnancy Test Strips Expecting Better By Emily Oster Guest Info: Follow Anne on Instagram: @energytreeanne Learn more on Energy Tree Studios: energytreestudios.com Follow Me: ⁠@tonyapapanikolove⁠⁠@rainbomushrooms⁠ ⁠rainbo.com

I’m joined by Andrew Carter, one of the co-founders of Smallhold, a beloved mushroom farm that is feeding people across America. Andrew’s agriculture journey started in vertical farming and eventually transitioned into growing mushrooms and a mission to feed the world with fungi. We discuss Smallhold’s evolution from a modest start up in a basement to locations around the country, the mushroom grow cycle, why mushroom farming is so important, and what he loves most about the growing mushroom community. I appreciate Andrew for his extensive knowledge on mushrooms, despite not considering himself a mycologist. Andrew shares valuable insights about various types of mushrooms and how they can teach us a lot on both personal and environmental levels. With the help of technology, mushrooms can now thrive in new spaces. Andrew's mission with Smallhold involves encouraging people to consume more locally-sourced mushrooms and to explore and experiment with them. It is perfectly fine to cultivate mushrooms for food without having a complete understanding of them. The fact that there is still much to discover about mushrooms is what makes them so fascinating. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The mushroom revolution How Andrew got started with Smallhold and the company’s mission Why Andrew and his co-founder Adam started growing mushrooms out of a shipping container The role of technology in mushroom farming The collective obsession with mushrooms and their many benefits Why mushrooms vary in color and size batch by batch and how this can be challenging to keep consistent Interesting experiences with mushrooms and misconceptions about fungi Why people should eat more mushrooms Resources Mentioned: Derek Sarno’s mushroom steak Telluride Mushroom Festival Guest Info: Learn more about Smallhold: smallhold.com Follow Smallhold on Instagram Follow Andrew on Instagram Follow Me: Follow me on Instagram: @tonyapapanikolove Follow Rainbo on Instagram: @rainbomushrooms Shop Rainbo: rainbo.com

A 20-minute Gratitude Meditation to help you access this powerful, healing state. Studies into the science of gratitude show that reliving stories and memories of when gratitude was genuinely given to you or someone else is the most potent way to shift your neural circuitry into gratitude and a pro-social mindset. Repeated gratitude practice changes how one's brain circuits work and how the brain and heart interact. Most potent form of gratitude practice is not a form where you give it but where you receive it. Gratitude, as illuminated by the intricate relationship between our brain and body, is a profound force that can revolutionize our lives. Studies underscore the remarkable power of narratives in fostering gratitude, with the benefits spanning a broad spectrum of well-being, from joy to cardiovascular health, mental resilience, and pro-social behavior. Gratitude's neural pro-social circuits offer a pathway to connect with others and dismantle defensive behaviors, countering Freud's notion that happiness is elusive. However, not all gratitude practices are equally effective; the most potent form lies in receiving thanks rather than giving it, as it activates empathy and Theory of Mind. Crafting an optimal gratitude practice involves immersing oneself in meaningful stories of gratitude, grounding the experience in genuine intentions, and repeating it to rewire the brain-heart connection. Ultimately, gratitude serves as a transformative force that, when harnessed effectively, can shift our neural circuitry, shaping a happier and more fulfilling life. Aqua Euphoria (with Lucentia) (432 Hz) by Spheriá | https://soundcloud.com/spheriamusic Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

I'm joined today by my dear friend Kate Taylor Martin, who is not only an amazing mother but also the founder of nutbar, a fan-favourite organic, superfood cafe in Toronto. Kate's journey as a holistic nutritionist and entrepreneur has been incredibly inspiring to witness over the past seven years of nutbar's journey. We have a discussion about Kate's passion for integrating mushrooms into nutbar's nutritious menu, the recent launch of their new product barmilk, and how she balances motherhood and owning a business. What I admire most about Kate is her commitment to her own well-being despite her extremely busy and demanding schedule. She shares her advice on defining what truly matters to you, establishing daily routines that support your goals, and her favorite biohacks that help her maintain balance and energy. Kate's vision for nutbar is about providing nourishing food and drinks while empowering people to tap into their potential for feeling their best - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Her dedication to this mission is a testament to her authenticity, wisdom, and genuine care for others. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: A moment of reflection on your goals and priorities The tension between giving to others and giving to yourself Tips for time management, building a strong team, and staying true to your vision Advice for transitioning into business and parenthood Kate’s emphasis on quality and nutrient density when choosing foods for her children Switching from morning coffee to matcha for sustained energy and focus The role of medicinal mushrooms in nutbar's menu Introducing nutbar’s new product, barmilk nutbar’s growth is a sign of the café's commitment to quality and innovation Guest Info: Learn more about nutbar: nutbar.co Check out barmilk: nutbar.co/barmilk Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

I'm thrilled to introduce my new friend, Jasper Degenaars, the educational mycologist who runs Fungi Academy. With over 2000 students from 45+ countries, Jasper has taught people about the wonders of mushrooms with a mission to make learning about mycology easy, fun, and exciting! In our conversation, Jasper dives into Fungi Academy's spirit of community, educational mycology, and the healing power of fungi at the intersection of life and death. Fungi Academy serves not only as an educational center for mycology but also as an intentional community. We touch on the array of beautifully produced online courses offered by Fungi Academy that contain everything you will ever need to know about mushrooms. Plus, Jasper shares his story of leaving his corporate sales job after a life-changing encounter with psychedelics and his perspective on structured psychedelic therapy versus self-exploration. So many overlook the importance of fungi in our ecosystem. Jasper hopes that through education, people will start to see how crucial they are in sustaining life on Earth and fostering a closer connection between humanity and nature. Join us for a deep and insightful exploration of the relationship between fungi, nature, and the human experience. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: An introduction to Jasper and Fungi Academy Fungi Academy's approach to building intentional communities Their new course offering and its comprehensive modules The often-overlooked importance of lichen in mycology A brief lesson on the evolution of fungi Fungi’s role in sustaining life on Earth Jasper's perspective on the holistic use of psychedelics How fungi have aided Jasper and his community during challenging times Guest Info: Follow Jasper on Instagram: @jasperiuss Follow Fungi Academy on Instagram: @fungiacademy Check out Fungi Academy’s new course: fungiacademy.com Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

It’s a beautiful time to be in conversation with the lovely Tara Thomas. Tara is a chef, community organizer, and co-founder of the nonprofit, Breaking Bread, and also provides consulting and creative direction in the world of food. In this episode, we chat about her deep hunger (literally) and passion for food ethics and how that evolved into a career focused on bringing awareness to people’s authority over their wellbeing. Tara shares how it was important for her work life and personal life to blend, and we discuss Tara’s vision dedicated to food politics and change the world, as well as the importance of rest in contrast to buzzy creative energy. Plus, Tara shares her relationships to fungi and mushrooms and we compare notes on what kind of mushroom we’re currently foraging. We can all bring more awareness and appreciation to our food. Tara believes that food sovereignty allows us to understand where our food comes from and serves as gudiance for bringing ethical standards throughout every process of producing food — it affects everything and everyone involved. This is a beautiful conversation about creativity, community, and how food sovereignty can provide authority in our own life to nourish ourselves and our communities. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Tara’s entrance into food and imagination as a kid How dropping out of school was Tara’s way of finding authority Tara’s interest in studying food politics and the ethics behind food The story of Breaking Bread’s launch during the Geroge Floyd protests Rest as resistance in comparison to the energetic creative buzz Tara’s love of foraging and what mushrooms have taught her Guest Info: Follow Tara on Instagram @cheftarathomas Following Breaking Bread on Instagram @breakingbread.ny Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

It’s a beautiful time to be in conversation with my friend and new mother, Chelsea Leyland. Chelsea is the co-founder of the menstrual health and wellness company, Looni, and is an epilepsy and endometriosis plant medicine advocate and activist. In this episode, we chat about her journey with two chronic conditions, natural forms of healing, and the necessity of body literacy throughout the healthcare system. When there’s no education alongside information, how can informed decisions be made? Chelsea shares her experience with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and how she found cannabidiol to help ease her pain and symptoms. After a later-in-life endometriosis diagnosis, Chelsea began to navigate ways to find healing and ease her pain. Chelsea and I discuss our connection to pain, allopathic vs. naturopathic forms of healing, and how having a “healing toolbox” is powerful for supporting and honoring both our menstrual cycles and the cycles throughout life. We can all take steps toward a more holistic, nurturing approach to our bodies, starting with grounding practices to help regulate the nervous system and bring inflammation down. Chelsea believes that education allows us to demand better policies. Because we deserve better. And we deserve awareness and change. This is a beautiful conversation about finding personal forms of healing and sharing those findings as an advocate for a healthier, more aware world. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: How Chelsea’s endometriosis story began with epilepsy Chelsea’s life-changing experience with cannabinoids Chelsea’s activism and a documentary alongside her sister Why it took 10 years to diagnose Chelsea with endometriosis How endometriosis responds to natural medicine and stress management Chelsea’s opinion of and connection to pain The power of an open mind around healing Looni’s first year in the menstrual health and wellness space Resources Mentioned: WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source Guest Info: Follow Chelsea on Instagram @chelseleyland Chelsea’s company, Looni Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

I am delighted to be in conversation alongside my friend and inspiration, Liz Tran. Liz is an executive coach and founder of Reset, an executive coaching company to CEOs and founders, as well as a meditation teacher and Reiki master. In this episode, we talk about Liz’s journey of coming into an altruistic way of life, her struggles along the path, and how sharing her experiences with others ultimately provided her with a newfound sense of purpose. External success is inevitable once your internal world is in alignment. Liz shares the process and inspiration around the making of her new book, The Karma of Success, which was built around intuitive work and the inner genius. Liz and I discuss the cycle of comparison, how Human Design shows up in our professional and personal lives, and Liz details the journey of hitting a rock bottom in order to learn true self-worth. We can all find professional and personal success once our internal world, actions, and values are in alignment. Liz believes that when we look for the things we love, we are looking for the things in our “zone of genius” — and can use those findings to tap into our inner voice to find success as our own greatest fan, cheerleader, and leader. This is a candid conversation about redefining achievement on your own terms, and Liz’s process for trusting intuition and following it. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Liz’s writing process and releasing her book into the world Accessing and trusting your intuition Why Liz wanted to write her book, The Karma of Success How to get off the hamster wheel of comparison Liz’s journey toward self-worth and self-love How sharing experiences with others gave Liz a sense of purpose Liz’s experience with the “zone of genius” Work as sacred and part of the spiritual journey Resources Mentioned: My Human DesignOption BThe Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks Guest Info: Follow Liz on Instagram @heyliztran Follow Reset on Instagram @resetnyc The Karma of Success by Liz Tran: 9780593542446 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books Reset with Liz Tran podcast Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

I am so honored to share this conversation with a gem of a human, Lauren Taus. Lauren integrates modern science and ancient wisdom to support the personal transformation as a Psychedelic Therapist, Educator, and Speaker who hosts retreats and trainings all over the world. In this episode, we talk about the psychedelic space and plant medicines, her work with people across mental health realms as the founder of Inbodied Life, and the importance of a connection to life. Intergenerational healing dives into the multilayered aspects of the human condition. Lauren shares her transition from social work into psychotherapy, as well as how psychoactive substances were fused into her career trajectory. Lauren and I also dig into who psychedelics are for and who they may not be for, and the lessons Lauren learned through plants and mushrooms along her journey. We are all storytellers, and we all make up stories as well as have stories from our ancestral lines and those before us. Lauren believes we are all carrying content that isn’t actually ours. When we can start to separate from it, we can heal — and in turn, our individual healing can become the collective healing. This is a really deep conversation about the psychedelic space and Lauren’s experience with it, as further wisdom to share with the patients and clients she serves today. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Gratitude and reclaiming self-expression and joy Lauren’s approach as a therapist to support presence and identify patterns Looking at mental health as a process that requires identification and interruption How preparation is essential for psychedelic and work, yet often missing How Lauren finds mutual comfortability to support her clients Navigating fear and perfectionism with self-love and care Lauren’s work with entrepreneurs and business owners around hyper-performing The importance of connection to find the richness, fullness of life Resources Mentioned: Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) The Ketamine Training Center Dr. Gabor Maté Dr. Peter Levine Dr. Bessel Vander Kolk Guest Info: Follow Lauren on Instagram: @lauren.taus Learn more on Inbodied Life Psychedelic Therapy & Integration: training.inbodiedlife.com/ Work with Lauren: https://www.inbodiedlife.com/ Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushrooms rainbo.com

I am so happy that I get to share this conversation with Lisa O'Connor with you. Lisa is a Creative Entrepreneur, Holistic Nutritionist, Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Healing Practitioner, and Earthling. In this episode, we talk about her journey with chronic illness, and how that has informed so much of her path to create A Radiant Life. Chronic illness journeys can be constant hurdles of just wanting to be seen and heard, and these conditions and labels can become part of our identity so easily. Lisa and I dig into what happens when you heal, that label is no longer attached to you and you begin processing the grief that leads you to write a new chapter. We all have the innate ability to expand from our current reality and create a new foundation for growth — healing to thrive, not just survive. Lisa believes it’s important to always come back to the fact that no one else is going to heal you, but you. We also cover our relationship with being in connection with nature, Energy Medicine, and all the things that excite Lisa’s body, mind, and soul, which create the basis for healing, both within and without. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The science of mantra and using your own sound current Lisa’s journey using the 1920s Ride machine for treating Lyme The new energy that we are amongst with spring and the Aries New Moon Intergenerational inheritance, both in genetics and energy Navigating the process of writing a new chapter and crafting a new identity Fear that comes into play on our health journeys and how it roots us into our physical existence Resources Mentioned: Smart Women Finish Rich: 9 Steps to Achieving Financial Security and Funding Your Dreams by David Bach Ritch Bitch by Nicole Lapin The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Sacred Economics: Money, Gift, and Society in the Age of Transition by Charles Eisenstein Guest Info: Follow Lisa on Instagram: @lisaoconnor___ Learn more on A Radiant Life website: aradiantlife.ca Listen to A Radiant Life podcast: aradiantlife.ca/podcast Work with Lisa: aradiantlife.ca/thebriefsession Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushroomsrainbo.com

I’m joined by Amanda Norgaard, writer, and the Creative Director and Founder of ILLUMINATION. Amanda is one of those people that you can get juicy and real with, and this conversation is no exception. We dive right into Kundalini Yoga, relationships, storytelling, and poetry. In her work, Amanda weaves the worlds of art, culture and spirituality together in what she describes as a creative moshpit. She believes that there are certain books, art, and practices that are having “a rewind or resurface”. This means that now is the time for practical dreamers because now is the time we need new leaders and new ways of creating art. Amanda highlights that in order to receive the gift of being conscious, be anchored to our humanity and access greater parts of our spirit, we have to be willing to do some digging. We must ask ourselves what structures and psyches we are delegating our attention to because our power lies in feeling doubt, fear, joy, pain and the challenge of them all existing. We discuss how to choose your own narrative and how to refine your mental filter. Our conversation covers the unconscious as it moves through everything, tapping into our unlimited creative potential and questioning the status quo. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is Applied Community and how does it look in micro and macro scales? How mantras work in the body and subconscious mind to evoke feelings from a conscious place Language, and the choice of words, and how we can shift them to alter our consciousness How dreams can therapeutically be the art of the unconscious Interpreting shifts coming in astrology, from a collective standpoint Parallel universes and timeline jumping Resources Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin Guest Info: Follow Amanda on Instagram: @amandanorgaard_ Work with Amanda: amandanorgaard.com Learn more about The Muses: amandanorgaard.com/the-muses Learn more about The Practice: amandanorgaard.com/the-practice Learn more about The Vacation: amandanorgaard.com/the-vacation Amanda’s writing: amandanorgaard.substack.com Follow Me: Follow me on Instagram: @tonyapapanikolove Follow Rainbo on Instagram: @rainbomushrooms Shop Rainbo: rainbo.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Isabel Friend, Water Ambassador, International Speaker, and Founder of Water Is Life, an online store and directory of water-vitalizing tools and biohacking strategies for ultimate hydration. Our conversation offers a new understanding of ourselves in the universe as we dig into the science and spirituality of our drinking and biological water. When we look at ancient vibratory, mental, and emotional practices such as yoga and breathwork, we can see that a lot of those are actually designed to help the biological water flow in very specific ways. There is an absolute correlation between our spiritual awareness, spiritual evolution, and the quality of our hydration. Water, being the mother source, exists in many forms. As we awaken to the power of water, then humanity itself awakens. Water is the most ancient and wise living being in the universe and because of that, it's easy to get lost in the complexity of it. However, this conversation serves as a reminder that water loves you, wants a relationship with you, and loves to be approached not as scientific experimentation, but with playful curiosity. Listen in to hear Isabel’s six-step process of practical ways you can take the power of water and put it into practice in your consciousness, your awareness, and your lifeforce energy. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The law of attraction with respect to water The negative impacts of dehydration and the benefits of hydration Water communicating over vast distances faster than the speed of light How water is involved in creation stories and ancient cultures around the world Increasing the hydrogen in your water and ensuring it is safer to drink How to add light energy and light frequency in your water Resources Mentioned: Get 10% off Isabel's e-courses with code 'RAINBO': waterislife.teachable.com The Physics of Angels: Exploring the Realm Where Science and Spirit Meet - Rupert Sheldrake Guest Info: Follow Isabel on Instagram: @jenisabelfriend Learn more on Isabel’s website: waterislife.shop Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushroomsrainbo.com

I’m joined by Sheetal Rajan, Sacred Geometry Philosopher, Corporate Keynote Speaker, Quantum Healer, Theta Practitioner, and Reiki Master. On top of all that, Sheetal is an incredibly gifted Transformation Coach and I am lucky enough to work with her. In our conversation, Sheetal shares her wisdom on the Sacred Geometry Quantum Experience and its connection to human consciousness. Sheetal’s work focuses on how to apply Sacred Geometry and Quantum Healing to your own life. In this episode, she unpacks the three basic principles with which she teaches: Watch your words, mind your thoughts, and think before you act. This conversation highlights how we all get lost in pockets of our life, so it is important to take pause and remind ourselves we’re doing this because we want to, not because we have to. Without ever experiencing darkness, nobody would appreciate the light, and we unpack this through a conversation on the difference between doing and being. Listen to hear how Sheetal’s work can be adopted by others, and how it brings abundance into their lives. At the end of the day, as Sheetal says, “You are your own guru, you are your own teacher, you are your own guide, mother, father… You. It's all you. All I can do is remind you.” Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The three basic principles of Sacred Geometry Taking responsibility for your own thoughts, actions, and words Plugging back into your authentic energy Why inner work can often feel like a struggle that takes subconscious reprogramming to practice Making sense of jealousy and greed How changing the trajectory of your own existence will also change that of those around you Guest Info: Learn more about Sheetal and her offerings: thesacredbeing.com Follow Sheetal on Instagram: @the.sacred.being Follow Me: Follow me on Instagram: @tonyapapanikolove Follow Rainbo on Instagram: @rainbomushrooms Shop Rainbo: rainbo.com

I am joined in this episode by Trinity Mouzon Wofford, Co-Founder and CEO of Golde, a health and beauty brand with the mission of bringing accessibility to the wellness industry. In this founder conversation, Trinity and I discuss her bootstrapping journey, what it's like being the face of a company, and the struggles, milestones, and “shoulds” that come up along the way. Trinity’s evolution of allowing spontaneity in her schedule to avoid the path of burnout — and not feeling shame about it — is inspiring. To show how she got there, Trinity and I delve into three phases of entrepreneurship. The first is the finance piece, which many entrepreneurs find intimidating. At Golde, they were able to self-support and as a result, they created something that they were excited about, without investments pouring in. Focusing on finding alignment where the energy flowed, meant that even when the work was hard, they wanted to do more of it. Secondly, Trinity shares her tactics for dealing with the “messy middle.” This is when you're no longer the newest brand with the newest perspective, and you have customers, partnerships, and visibility that can create outside perspectives and disrupt your flow with judgment and opinions. Lastly, when you gain success, it can be easy to create false truths about who you are in the world, and how you operate. By doing so, you produce pain and friction. Listen in to hear how, now that Golde is established and continues to grow, they’re able to focus on creating for creation's sake and give to something they “can stand for until the day you die… or longer”. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The nourishment that comes with ignoring the “shoulds” and creating your own path Decisions around bootstrapping our businesses Learning the value of money and how far we can stretch it Trusting your intuition in building your business How to maintain a flow state in your true zone of genius Overcoming the feeling of being overexposed as the face of your brand The journey of self-awareness in entrepreneurship Using psychedelic experiences to create play in your life Resources Mentioned: Pharaoh Sanders’ jazz album Trinity mentions The Seven Spiritual Laws Of Success - Deepak Chopra Guest Info: Trinity Mouzon Wofford Trinity Mouzon Wofford is the Co-founder and CEO at Golde, a Brooklyn-born health and beauty brand. With her partner, Issey Kobori, she founded Golde in 2017 with the mission of bringing accessibility to the wellness industry via approachable products powered by superfoods. Since launching the brand at age 23, Trinity has been named one of Forbes 30 under 30 and most recently landed Golde on the shelves of Target and Ulta stores across the country. Follow Trinity on Instagram: @trinitymouzon Learn more about Golde on their website: golde.co Follow Golde on Instagram: @golde Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushroomsrainbo.com

I’m joined by Nadine Artemis on this episode. Nadine is the Creator and Founder of Living Libations, a company I am very passionate about, which takes the wisdom of plants and blends them into total body wellness, beauty and natural care products. This episode comes at a perfect time as we head into spring because we are talking about all things sun-loving, sun-worshiping, sun revering, and their implications for our health. Many of us tend to live predominantly indoors but the majority of living things on the planet, including our skin, have been designed to be exposed to solar rays. Of course, we don’t want to get burned, but there is an entire range of activities we really need that we miss by avoiding the sun. Nadine and I talk about the importance of sun exposure to increase bone health, fight disease, build up our immune systems, and of course, increase our levels of Vitamin D. Our bodies are like solar batteries, and we need to have that solar exposure to charge the systems of the body through safe sun rituals. This is the time of year when we can slowly expose ourselves to direct sunlight to start building up our tolerance and our melanin. There is so much fear of the sun, and women are constantly faced with unattainable pressures to not have wrinkles. However, Nadine shares some renegade advice on sunlight and health and debunks the major myths around skin, sun, and aging. Listen in to hear how engaging with the elements, graceful aging, and celebrating our bodies in a new way are the alternative to injecting fillers, applying chemicals, and eating processed foods, which all increase the likelihood of major damage once we are in the sun. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Unpacking misconceptions about the sun and its effects on your skin’s aging Various benefits of ingesting sunlight at different times of the day Daytime melatonin and internal sun protection Active awareness to avoid unattainable beauty standards and toxic practices Knowing the amount of sun exposure you need, depending on your body Benefits of sun-tanning your bumhole Resources Mentioned: Get 10% off Living Libations products via livinglibations.com/rainbo Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide To Healthy Teeth And Gums Renegade Beauty: Reveal And Revive Your Natural Radiance Guest Info: Nadine Artemis Nadine Artemis is the Creator and Founder of Living Libations, the author of Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide To Healthy Teeth And Gums, and Renegade Beauty: Reveal And Revive Your Natural Radiance, which was named one of “The Top 10 Best Books on Skin Care” by The Strategist of New York Magazine. She's a respected media guest contributor, and her products have received rave reviews from the New York Times, LA Times, Elle, People, Vogue, and Hollywood Reporter. Visit the Living Libations website: livinglibations.com Follow Living Libations on Instagram: @livinglibationsofficial Follow Living Libations on Twitter: @LivingLibations Connect with Living Libations on Facebook: facebook.com/livinglibations Follow Nadine on Instagram: @nadineartemisofficial Connect with Nadine on Facebook: facebook.com/nadineartemisofficial Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushroomsrainbo.com

I’m joined by Hannah Went, founder of TruDiagnostics and Everything Epigenetics. She has a lifelong passion for longevity, biological breakthroughs, and disruptive technologies that drive radical improvement to the human condition. In our conversation, we touch on chronological, biological, and epigenetic age and the hallmarks of living a longer, more youthful life. Our chronological age is determined by when we were born and how many years we are now. Our cell structure and DNA prove our biological age. Epigenetics takes these two markers and potentially places your age above the genome, where your biological age is lower than your chronological age. So, how do we turn back the hands of time and effectively age backwards? Hannah shares several studies of animals defying biological aging and even cultures tending to live longer based on their multitude of close-knit relationships. The pace of aging involves diet, stress, sleep, and fitness levels. Contrary to popular belief, lifting heavier weights and eating more carbohydrates and proteins are not the answers to living a longer life. Listen in as Hannah enlightens us on how we can rewrite the aging narrative by improving our diets, moving our bodies, and reducing exposure to toxic chemicals that can affect future generations. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: The differences between biological age, chronological age, and epigenetic age Misconceptions of the aging process Challenging the negative connotation of aging and why we age The tell tale signs of aging on a molecular level Studies of animals defying biological age The pace of aging value and how you can age backwards Longevity supplements you can incorporate into your diet Guest Info: Hannah Went Hannah Went has a lifelong passion for longevity and breakthrough, disruptive technologies that drive radical improvement to the human condition. She attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in Biology. During that time, she had multiple research internships studying cell signaling and cell biology. After graduation, she worked for the International Peptide Society as their Director of Research and Content. Learn more about TruDiagnostic: trudiagnostic.com Learn more about Everything Epigenetics: everythingepigenetics.com Follow TruDiagnostic on Instagram: @trudiagnostic Follow Everything Epigenetics on Instagram: @everythingepigenetics Follow Me: @tonyapapanikolove@rainbomushroomsrainbo.com