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Spiritual AssholeLove is the Cheat Code for Every Level (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)What if every multiple-choice question in life had the same answer—and it wasn’t “C:" drink a White Claw. It's Love. Brendan takes you from cicada symphonies in his childhood backyard to the Hollywood Hills, unpacking why love is always the move, even when your ego wants to honk, flip off strangers, or buy a fedora.In this solo ep, Brendan riffs on the hilarious, messy loop of forgetting love, then clawing our way back to it. Along the way, you’ll hear about:✨ The fake sword improv option we all secretly want to try...
2025-09-1025 minSpiritual AssholeYou're the Center of the Universe (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Did you know everything in your life is flowing through you even if your nervous system is like the big ass Jurassic Park fence keeping you stuck on autopilot? In this brand new solo episode, Brendan dives into why you’re not just in the universe, you are the universe. From childhood programming to bathroom graffiti wisdom, this episode will snap you out of victim mode and show you how to reclaim your infinite potential.In this episode, Brendan goes all in on: ✨ Why “everything is a drug” (including love, Instagram doomscrolling, and CNN) 🧠 How your subconsc...
2025-08-2832 minSpiritual AssholeHow to Take Down Your Invisible Fence (w/Liz Larson)Did you know your nervous system can be like the electric fence in Jurassic Park—with or without the killer dinosaurs? Brendan talks with Liz Larson, master NLP practitioner and co-founder of Cogno Movement to talk about how to shut off the static, collapse limiting beliefs, and actually feel free in your own body.In this episode, they go all in on: ✨ Why your nervous system is like bathroom graffiti at a Denny’s 🧠 How to collapse limiting beliefs in minutes using Cogno Movement 💡 The surprising link between neutrality and manifestation 🔥 Why suffering is optional—and how...
2025-08-211h 04Spiritual AssholeFeng Shui Your Soul! (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Has your inner critic ever roasted you immediately after one of the best nights of your life? Cool, same here. In this solo episode, Brendan dives deep into one of the most overlooked game-changers in your life: your environment. From your friends to your way too comfortable and sad sweatpants, everything around you is influencing who you become.Inspired by Malcolm Gladwell, a wild Joe Dispenza monastery study, and a roast battle with his own inner critic, Brendan explores:🏠 How your space shapes your mindset more than your will power, 🔥 The subtle chaos of comf...
2025-06-0517 minSpiritual Asshole"Your Brain Wants Safety, Your Soul Wants Spain." (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)It's time for a little soul vacation. Brendan takes the mic solo to share go big on powerful insights about fear, action, and how to transcend your brain’s default setting of same old, same old. Inspired by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez's appearance on Tim Ferris' podcast and backed by wisdom from last week’s guest, Brendan explores:🧠 Finding that sweet spot between the familiar past and predictable future,✈️ The magic of acting on your intuition—even when it makes no logical sense,🔥 Why fear doesn’t mean stop (it mea...
2025-05-2823 minSpiritual Asshole"You have 10,000 New Messages!" (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Brendan is back and still buzzing from this seven-day meditation bender. SPRING BREAK 2025!! This week he talks about all something we're way too familiar with: unwanted messages. He goes all in about: How the average person sees 4,000 - 10,000 ads a day. The two subtle messages of these ads, and what it's doing to your psyche and nervous system. The NUMBER ONE way to create your own reality. Key practices to bringing more mental clarity in your life. And whether or not your dog can actually talk to you when no one's around. The answer is yes. RE...
2025-04-3025 minSpiritual AssholeMy 7 Days with Joe Dispenza (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Fresh off a chill coyote encounter, Brendan films this solo episode to talk about his life-changing experience at the week-long Joe Dispenza Advance Retreat in Dallas. With a very special appearance by Willoughby, he goes all in about: What 7-days of meditating does to your body. The neuroscience behind how you brain creates reality. Brendan's incredible accounts of witnessing healings. Why we DON'T have to live in stress ALL THE TIME! And why if you can feel this good in Dallas, you can feel good anywhere. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsBrain Bits: Your Br...
2025-04-2426 minSpiritual AssholeAre You Barefoot Up a Mountain? (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Happy Holidays! 'Tis the season to be triggered. The incredible news is that Brendan is back in this epic solo episode to help you navigate this holiday season with a smile on your face, peace in your heart, and ideally, little to no Taco Bell in your stomach. He dives right into: Why some people think it's totally normally to hike barefoot up a mountain. Dissects Bobbi from House of Highbrations extremely important question, "Can you be wrong about your own reality?" Why you are truly in control of the soundboard of your life. Tips for getti...
2024-12-1921 minSpiritual AssholeFinding Answers Through Sex, God, and the Brain (w/Dr. Andrew Newberg)Turns out the answers were here all along, and spoiler alert, you might not like what the real answer is. Luckily, Brendan hashes it all out with the fantastic Dr. Andrew Newberg, neuroscientist and author of How God Changes Your Brain and Sex, God, and the Brain.The two magnificently toe the line of science and spirituality and discuss:If you can transcend your brain wiring using spirituality.Practical tips for rewiring your mind.Why sex mirrors our relationship with God.The surprising conclusion to Dr. Newberg's search for answers.And Brendan takes a swing at...
2024-12-1252 minSpiritual Asshole"Manifestation is Not Ordering on Amazon" (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)We're back and we're big...from eating too much and feeling shame. The good news is that in this incredible solo episode, Brendan dives into the incredible world of possibility. And has some helpful tips on how to get there. He goes all in on:The REAL REASON why it's so hard to start all over again. Dr. Lisa Miller on why manifesting isn't ordering on Amazon. The most important question to ask yourself about the beliefs you have. THREE THINGS to say to any man that will make him feel...
2024-12-0525 minSpiritual Asshole"Love in Your 30's is Easy" (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons & Peter Crone...Sort of)Happy Thanksgiving!! In this epic solo episode, Brendan gets real about love and bees, as he breaks down a MIND-BLOWING clip from Peter Crone about finding love in your 30's. Turns out it can be easy. Brendan dives right into:The FIVE THINGS that are universally good for your life. His insane manifestation story involving bees, because why not?! Peter Crone's masterclass on letting go of old stories to receive love. Why love ISN'T in chasing or waiting. And the REAL WAY you'd talk to your partner if they really were your best...
2024-11-2741 minSpiritual Asshole"When You Flow With the River, It Carries You" (w/Hale Dwoskin)Ok. It's time to let go. Like for real. This episode is for everyone who thinks the best way to release is to yell at random call center reps. Brendan talks to the legendary Hale Dwoskin, best-selling author of The Sedona Method, and Happiness is Freeand who's known for his amazing work with Rhonda Byrne. They let go and dive into...The miraculous story of Lester Levinson's transformative healing. How Hale first discovered Levinson's work and its profound effect on this life. A TRANSFORMATIVE PRACTICE to illustrate how we can actually let go...
2024-11-2052 minSpiritual AssholeHow to Wake Up as a Kid (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Yes, this means you can start peeing the bed again, even though many of you already were doing so. In this fantastic solo episode, Brendan goes on all the most important word of the day...possibility. He then dives into. More thoughts on the 2024 election, and tolerating things you can't tolerate. The bubbles cannons that made the most unforgettable moment. Peter Crone on why we're only really fighting our memory. Why kids are filled with nothing but possibility, and WTF happened? And Brendan tries to remember whether or not he has a wife. RESOURCES
2024-11-1424 minSpiritual AssholeDear America (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Well that happened. So now what? In this all new solo episode, Brendan talks to America, and it answers back, not just in Taco Bell orders. He then goes all in on: The idea of America as a multitude, not a single entity. Donald Trump as a molotov cocktail to everything we know. What this all means going forward. The one thing we CAN'T let this election do to us. And the amazing story of a teacher's list that changed everyone's life. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsCalm's Silent Ad How to...
2024-11-0624 minSpiritual AssholeTell Your Mom You Love Her (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Brendan is back with Willoughby and goes hard in the emotional paint, being vulnerable, and that stuff that gets you a TED-X talk.Brendan dives deep into: A NEW definition for confidence. (Spoiler alert: be a Jonas Brother.) Why so many people are living in the familiar past and predictable future. Brendan's groundbreaking conversation with his mom. Michael Singer's incredible book, The Surrender Experiment. And why is every beach bar named after a health code violation?RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsMichael Singer on the idea of Surrender Joe Dispenza Familiar Past/Predi...
2024-09-2628 minSpiritual AssholeAre You Aware? (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this mind-blowing solo episode, Brendan will ask one of the most simple, yet profound questions, 'Why are you at Del Taco?" JK. It's actually even simpler than that, "Are you aware?"Brendan then dives deep into: How and why your environment is creating your personality. The SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT question you can yourself. A fast and fun hypnosis technique that will get you instantly grounded. How you know when the Universe is talking to you. Why is Gen-Z so damn confident? RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsThe Best Self-Hypnosis Technique Are You Awa...
2024-09-0522 minSpiritual AssholeYou Can't Lose Weight Unless You Eat McDonald's (w/Jennifer Neville)Ok maybe McDonald's won't help you lose weight, but MAYBE dropping the shame around it will. Find out all about this magic as Brendan talks with the fantastic Jennifer Neville, hypnotherapist, author, and popular YouTuber.Hear all about:Brendan's magical 4am Joe Dispenza meditation story.Jennifer's #1 mindset takeaway from being a professional golfer. The surprising technique that Jennifer used to lose weight. The obvious and clear BEST ZODIAK sign. Sure, there are Glow Ups, but what about a really nice Glow Down? RESOURCESJennifer NevilleJennifer Neville's YouTube Pete...
2024-08-1453 minSpiritual Asshole"Am I a Box or Am I a Wave?" (Solo Ep w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this quite frankly, epic solo episode, Brendan will ask you one of the most important questions you've been asked, "What is Brat Summer?" Seriously. What is it? He'll also ask, 'Are you a box, or are you a wave?' Don't get splashed. Brendan goes all in on: Why Western Doctors gotta chill on diagnosis and labels. How Brendan time travelled and went to Prom this weekend. The REAL reason why you keep attracting the WRONG PERSON!Why there definitely is NO SPOON. A key practice to show you just h...
2024-08-0125 minSpiritual AssholePeace Out Imposter Syndrome (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this mind-blowing solo episode, Brendan will tell you why you never have to have imposter syndrome again. Spoiler alter: look at who's running for president. He goes all in on: Why imposter syndrome NEVER has to be a thing. What Donald Trump and Joe Biden's race for president says about us.Brendan's epic takedown of a Gold's Gym human statue. Very real techniques that prove how INSANELY powerful you are. And why the thumbs up text emoji is the rudest emoji of all time. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsAn...
2024-07-1822 minSpiritual AssholeYour Number One Addiction is Not DraftKings (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this solo extravaganza episode, Brendan talks about how your number one addiction is surprisingly not DraftKings...it's you. He dives headfirst into:The phone call that changed Brendan's life. The incredible and simple power of telling someone you believe in them. A technique to prime your brain to ONLY look for good. Why thinking about your past will keep you stuck forever. Peter Crone's thoughts on your number one addiction. And why it's crazy that anyone can have a baby but you have to be certified to be a nail technician. RESOURC...
2024-07-1127 minSpiritual Asshole"The Unknown Has Never Let Me Down." (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this epic solo episode, Brendan asks you to take a walk to the unknown (unless it's Denny's) . Brendan dives deep and goes all in on:The greatest sex scenes according to men and women. Why traveling always feels SO damn good. The BEST WAYS to step out of your repeatable behavior, and make your life magic. Joe Dispenza on why the unknown has never let him down. And why it's easier than you think for your brain to forget your problems. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsJoe Dispenza on The Unknown Never Letti...
2024-06-2727 minSpiritual AssholeTurning Yourself into DMT (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this fun as hell solo episode, Brendan Fitzgibbons goes all in on: Budget airlines and how they're THIS close to making us pay to use the bathroom. An instant transformational breathing exercise that can change your day in 15 seconds. Trevor Hall at Red Rocks and why he's a human butterfly. Joe Dispenza's life-changing breathing exercise and how it turns your own body into DMT. And why LGBTQ's biggest ally is now Oreo's. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsJoe Dispenza Breathing Trevor Hall Chapter of the ForestThe Greyhound of the Sky
2024-06-1322 minSpiritual AssholeSo THIS is Quantum Jumping (w/Kevin Michel)In this epic episode, Brendan tackles one of the most popular topics on TikTok that's not unnecessary dancing with your parents...quantum jumping. Luckily, Brendan talks with the fantastic Kevin Michel, author of several books including, "Moving Through Parallel Worlds to Achieve Your Dreams."The two QUANTUM JUMP to all kinds of great topics like: Why the hero's journey can sometimes feel like a plumber's journey. How to push past the Groundhog Day effect. A few KEY steps to pushing past your limiting beliefs. The #1 question to ask yourself.And what it's like finding a fo...
2024-06-0653 minSpiritual AssholeLove Hates Thinking (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)Hey if you wanna fall in love, it's easy...stop thinking. Brendan gets real on this one and goes all in on:The current state of the world and asks if A.I. girlfriends will be made of milk bottles.Why your #1 asset is the YOUness of YOU! Brendan's experience of seeing Bruce Lipton live and why we're all tiny, baby waves in a connected pond. Why falling in LOVE is brain magic, an how it'll help you create more. And what your favorite streaming service says about your ideal sex position.
2024-05-3024 minSpiritual AssholeThe Moon is Marlon Brando (w/Brendan Fitzgibbons)In this one-of-a-kind solo episode, Brendan Fitzgibbons talks with...Brendan Fitzgibbons. Brendan dives deep on: His recent solo mushroom trip where he saw the actual face of the Moon. Michael Singer's incredible tips to free energy blockages. The importance of priming and how we can use it to see WAY MORE good in our lives. What would happen if American cultural gave us slightly different messaging?And what KFC is really like under new management. RESOURCESBrendan FitzgibbonsMichael Singer - Using Every Moment to Free OurselvesTony Robbin...
2024-05-2324 minSpiritual AssholeHeadfirst and Horny (w/Amy Vorpahl)If you feel like going for it, this is your episode! Brendan talks with the incredible Amy Vorpahl, actress, Dungeons and Dragons Master, spiritual hero, and host of the 'Be Horny on Main' Summit. The two tackled some fiery fun topics like: How to dive headfirst into your fears. The importance of having a healthy dose of nihilism. What it means to Be Horny on Main. Amy's journey of going on 120 dates. And decoding what it means if your kink in relationships is leaving relationships. RESOURCES Amy Vorpahl Amy's Patreon The Dungeon M...
2024-05-0252 minSpiritual AssholeBruce Springsteen Made Me Cry (Solo Episode)In this fantastically special epsiode, Brendan Fitzgibbons talks with...Brendan Fitzgibbons. In his first solo episode in years, Brendan finally gets to have a little one-on-one time with you guys. Brendan goes all in on: The KEY steps to getting your subconscious mind on your side. Death's ultimate gift to the humanity. Why Bruce Springteen makes everyone cry...again. Peter Crone and why the best way to drive is to look forward. And the real reason you have to drive slow in white neighborhoods...they're podcasting. RESOURCESBrendan Fitzgibbons Bruce Springsteen's Speech on Death a...
2024-04-1119 minSpiritual AssholeRock Bottom Ain't So Bad (w/Brendon Watt)Brendan talks to a Brendon, and a great one at that. Brendan talks with awesome Brendon Watt, speaker, author and Access Consciousness facilitator. The two dive into: Brendon's "dance with the devil" and journey back from rock bottom, what happens when you write your own eulogy, how YOU KNOW if something is true for you, seeing addiction as a strength, why when you're thinking you're stinking, and how many choices it takes to lead to clown. Rage ResetCalm the chaos. Keep your edge. Rage Reset by FREEWIRED — control the storm within.Su...
2023-10-1242 minSpiritual AssholeLife on Fire (w/Kristin Dwan)Hey, sometimes you gotta burn it down to build it back up. Luckily, Brendan speaks with the amazing Kristin Dwan, to teach us how to do just that. Kristin is the founder of The Healing Woods, she's a hynotherapist (Brendan's hynotherapist), reiki master, author, and fearless leader of Bullsh*t Bonfires. The two dive into: Kristin's near-death experience and what it's like coming back from the dead, the awesome power hynotherapy, and how Kristin has used it to lose 160 pounds, why the subconscious mind and inner child are actually running the show, and why just because you play with f...
2023-02-231h 01Spiritual AssholeYou're Not a Pizza (w/Nicole Kalil)Don't be fooled, you're not a bunch of dough and cheese. Luckily, Brendan talks with the fantastic Nicole Kalil, speaker, coach, and author of the hit book, "Validation is For Parking," to find out why. First, Brendan talks New Year's Resolution hacks before the two dive deep into the true definition of confidence and why you can't actually ever have too much of it, why the most confident people are the ones that failed, instant confidence boosters, why validation is the icing, not the cake, how to stop overthinking your overthinking, and why it's ok to throw your car...
2023-01-0551 minSpiritual Asshole"You're Not Supposed to Feel Ugly"Brendan and Willoughby the dog, are back with more manbuns than ever. They're joined by the incredible Kristen Helmstetter, popular author of Coffee Self-Talk and Wine Self-Talk. The two dive into Kristen's life-changing realization after deciding to leave everything behind and move to Italy, how she overcame 100K in debt and abusive relationships using self-talk, the best way we can be talking to ourselves, words we need to avoid, and Brendan gives himself an incredible romance author pen name. Support the show
2022-08-171h 01Spiritual AssholeWhat Do Your Nightmares Mean?It's wild right? Brendan talks with the incredible Kari Hohne, author, coach and dreams expert. The two talk all things dreams including: the idea of the 24-hour mind, why you dream about everything that the ego represses, why nightmares are a GOOD thing, the most common types of dreams and their meanings, how we can use dreams to heal, the difference between napping and depression and why the best thing you can do for your health is see Blue Man Group. Brendan also breaks down the slap heard round the world. Support the show
2022-04-011h 03Spiritual AssholeScience vs. Spirituality: Let's FightOr not. We're good on fighting. Brendan talks with the very awesome Kevin Carton, host of the Science & Spirtuality podcast. Brendan talks with Kevin about all good things like: the sweet spot of science and spirituality, what the scientific community doesn't understand about spiritualy, what the spirituality community doesn't understand about science, the genius benefits of taking massive imperfect action, and of course, an OnlyFans where you just put your clothes on. Support the show
2022-03-1757 minSpiritual Asshole"You Are the One You've Been Waiting For"Wow, turns out the person you're looking for is you, damn, that's cool. Brendan talks with the amazing Venus Castleberg, best-selling author and coach. Brendan and Venus really get into the thin line between being vulnerable and being annoying, why judgement kills and gratitude grows, Venus' 21-year battle to like herself, important tips for how to leave an abusive relationship, a surprising tool to up your money game, why judgement is a fluffy rabbit you need to kill, and what it's like being the only person in Utah talking about sex.Support the show
2022-02-0342 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 81: We're in This More Than TogetherMaking everything equal in a relationship is good...IN THEORY. Luckily, Brendan sat down to talk with Dr. Nate Klemp, wellness and mindfulness coach, and co-author of the new book, The 80/80 Marriage: A New Model For a Happier, Stronger Relationship. The two discuss how practicing a 50/50 marriage almost caused him a divorce, why keeping score kills a marriage's intimacy, the idea of radical generosity in a relationship, the importance of keeping a healthy ratio of fun over logistics, why sex is an indicator of EVERYTHING, and a new mindfulness dating app called "Date Me or Not, I Don't Really...
2021-07-221h 03Spiritual AssholeEpisode 79: Remembering That Your Life Doesn't SuckHey sometimes you need to remember that your life in fact does not suck. And that's where gratitude comes in. Luckily, Brendan sat down with Nancy Davis Kho, speaker, podcast host and author of The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time. The two gratitude heroes discuss how gratitude levels your mind and triggers positive recall bias, the incredible positive effects of writing 52 gratitude letters in a year, the 3 "S's'" of gratitude letter writing, and of course, Mom Bod outfits. Support the show
2021-07-0857 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 78: Lots of Strings AttachedOk so you get attached in relationships, no big deal. Take a deep breath and RUN!!! Just kidding! Brendan sits down with Tana Espino, love and relationship coach and founder of "Love's Hustle." The two relationship heroes dive deep and discuss the four different attachment styles, the fine line between a healthy relationship and a codependent one, who should pay on a date, and why women love cuddling and why Brendan's arm is asleep. Support the show
2021-07-0158 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 77: Face ValuesIt's time to find out what you value. And even more importantly, are you living your life according to the values that matter to you even if it is skateboarding. Brendan sits down with Dr. John Demartini, human behavior expert, author and transformational coach. The two discuss, the difference between values and ideals, the number one way spirituality and science are connected, the true key to financial independence and whether or not it's ok to set the bar extremely low on dating apps. Support the show
2021-06-231h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 76: Party Like You're DivineAs the wise sage, Miley Cyrus, once said, "Party in the U.S.A...or Internationally, It's 2021 and We're All One." Brendan talks with the hilarious, wise and wild, Joanna Walden, transformation coach and author of "The Inside Hustle: A Mystical Misfit's Travel Adventure into the Unknown." The two spiritual partiers discuss what it's like living a double life as a partier/spiritual seeker, why there are NO lessons to be learned on earth, how to stop repeating patterns in your life by giving yourself the thing you're seeking, why even spiritual people don't have the answer, and the a...
2021-06-171h 06Spiritual AssholeEpisode 75: The Pleasure is all YoursHey remember fun? Hey remember pleasure? Hey remember remembering? This week, Brendan talks with the amazing Helena Woods, blogger, coach and founder of The Simple Joys YouTube Channel. Helena explains why she left America for France at a very young age, and the two dive into why you're worth is NOT your work, what it actually means to live slow, the French's secret to happiness, the European social contract, and the importance of wrapping a croissant around a Thanksgiving Day turkey. Support the show
2021-06-101h 04Spiritual AssholeEpisode 74: "The Only Person Judging You is YOU"Go ahead...you can do it, stop judging yourself. It doesn't matter that you're a bad dancer. Brendan talks with Dr. Dain Heer, co-founder of Access Consciousness and author of the new book, Body Whispering. The two dive deep into how Dr. Dain overcame a suicide pact he made with himself, how Access Consciousness saved his life, why judgement is the #1 killer even more than sharks, and why it's ok to refer to a fart as a "body whisper." Support the show
2021-06-0257 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 73: Your Guru is F*cked UpHey gurus got issues too. Brendan talks with the very insightful and funny Jeff Brown, coach, speaker and author of Grounded Spirituality. The two discuss why Jeff thinks most of today's spiritual leaders are full of sh*t, the most effective tool to release past trauma, the best ways to get the anger out, (good news it involves a baseball bat), why if you keep seeking you'll never get anywhere, and what it's like getting an oracle reading from Stormy Daniels. Support the show
2021-05-2658 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 72: "I Don’t Meditate, I Just Scream.”Hey sometimes self-love involves a little screaming. Brendan talks with the very funny Paul Fishman, self-love expert and host of the "Road to Self-Love Podcast." The two spiritual buddies talk about why self-love is the opposite of being selfish, why it's so damn hard to say nice things to yourself in the mirror, how you can finally STOP saying 'I'm sorry' all the time, and why singing the shower is always good, even in jail. Oh and no big deal ALIENS ARE REAL!Support the show
2021-05-201h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 71: Loving What IsIn this very special episode, you’ll learn how to love what is, which includes everything…even the dentist, or slam poetry. Brendan talks with Tom Volkar, author, life coach and founder of CoreU. The two spiritual pals discuss “Amor Fati,” the practice of loving what is, the powerful 3-step process to feel your feelings, WHY you should stop asking WHY, and why sometimes you need to go out in the forest and break some trees over your knees. RESOURCESTom Volkar“Six Signs of Spiritual Vitality” - Tom Volkar Amor Fati Ugly Superhero
2021-05-1257 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 70: Grounded For LifeWhy is it that getting grounded is so bad as a kid but so good as an adult? Luckily, Brendan talks with Dr. Erin Yu-Jin McMorrow, coach and author of the amazing new book, "Grounded: A Fierce, Feminine Guide to Connecting with the Soil and Healing from the Ground Up." The two grounded spiritual heroes talk about what it actually means to get grounded, how losing touch with nature is a direct reason for climate change, why soil is sexy, and why it's ok to refer to your plants as your children. Support the...
2021-05-061h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 69: "Highlight to Delete" Brendan sits down with his great buddy, Natasha Elias, actor, acting coach and big time spiritual practitioner. The two discuss why acting is such a reflection of your inner life, why perfectionism is anything but perfect, grief, the amazing brand new short THE GET OVER IT GURU staring Brendan and Natasha, unrealistic beauty standards in Hollywood, and why you should always yell "CUT" during bad sex. Support the show
2021-04-291h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 68: “Don’t Bleed on the People Who Didn’t Cut You”Hey keep your bleeding to yourself. Brendan talks with Manon Matthews, comedian, actress and author of “Funny How it Works Out.” Manon also has a unique interest in spirituality and spiritual comedy and the two talk about if everything really does work out in the end, overcoming tremendous heartbreak, how fear is actually a hallucination, and why every girl on a date needs to know WHAT TIME YOU WERE BORN!Support the show
2021-04-211h 03Spiritual AssholeEpisode 67: "I'm Scared But I'm Doing it Anyways"If there's something you've always wanted to do but haven't yet, we're here to tell you why it's time to do it. Brendan talks with Justin Michael Williams, hit singer, speaker and best-selling author of "Stay Woke." The two discuss what to do when your light gets dimmed, how you can break through the fear and do it anyway, how politics and spirituality can co-exist and the importance of getting a hype man for Zoom. Support the show
2021-04-141h 01Spiritual AssholeEpisode 66: P**sy PowerIt's time to feel powerful everywhere, seriously everywhere. Brendan talks with Jenny Braxton, life coach and founder of P**sy Centered Living. The two go all in on the definition of Pu**sy Centered Living, why we are so repressed in our sexuality, the important of polarity in our sex lives and attraction, dealing with sexual trauma, and whether or not it's ok to picture cartoon characters during sex. The answer is yes. Support the show
2021-04-071h 09Spiritual AssholeEpisode 65: Self-Love on TapIt's time to tap like no one's watching. Luckily, Brendan talks with Brad Yates, one of the world's leading experts on EFT tapping and host of the very popular 'Tap With Brad' YouTube channel. The two tapaholics dive deep into the scientific benefits of tapping, why you say you want more money but you're subconscious is saying 'nah bro,' how self-sabotage is just misguided self-love, and how to tap to finally get rid of LinkedIn notifications. Support the show
2021-04-011h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 64: The Ceiling is NOT the SkyIt doesn't matter how many times you've been to Burning Man, the ceiling is not the sky. Brendan talks with Amber-Lee, badass chakra expert, and host of the Chakra Girl Radio. The two deep dive into all things chakra, how we can clear anything that's blocking us, the REAL key to manifesting a life you want, and why you should always bedazzle a baby. Support the show
2021-03-2454 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 63: YOU in HD!It's time to see yourself in HD, don't worry you look good. Brendan sits down with Tara Kinden, self-worth expert and human design coach. The two dive deep into the origins of human design, breakdown what it is exactly and how we can use our HD charts to improve our lives. They also discuss practice things you can do to boost your self worth, how to embrace your inner weirdness and what it's like having an aura that's just Michael Jordan cologne. Support the show
2021-03-171h 08Spiritual AssholeEpisode 62: "Everything's an Emergency and Nothing's an Emergency"Brendan is very happy to welcome back Amy B. Scher, energy coach and author of the groundbreaking book, "How To Heal Yourself From Depression When No One Else Can." The two energy warriors talk about the difference between making bad choices and being depressed, where depression actually comes from, methods you can use to heal yourself from depression, and why you should never wear 14 snuggies at once. Support the show
2021-03-101h 09Spiritual AssholeEpisode 61: Grateful for the GlassToday's incredible guest, Kristi Nelson, says instead of seeing the glass as half full or half empty, we can be grateful for having a glass at all. Kristi Nelson is the Executive Director of the Network for Grateful Living and the author of "Wake Up Grateful." She talks with Brendan about how a brush with death made her live gratefully, how we can actually cultivate a consistent gratitude practice, the biggest inhibitors to gratitude, and the genius of a writing a "No Thank You" card. Support the show
2021-03-031h 01Spiritual AssholeEpisode 60: Spiritually Sassy AFThe word 'authenticity' is like a frisbee, it gets thrown a lot by people in cargo shorts. Luckily, Brendan sits down with a true authentic gem, Sah D'Simone, meditation coach and author of Spiritually Sassy. The spiritual kindred spirits discuss how to be alone with your thoughts even if you're terrified of them, how drugs and alcohol can fog your brain, why Americans hate themselves, and why everyone from Brazil is hot. Support the show
2021-02-241h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 59: "Budgeting vs. YOLO"Brendan sits down with Katelyn Magnuson, the Freelance CFO, and financial expert, to tackle the age old question, "Should I budget or should I YOLO?" The two dive deep into how to flip your story with money to abundance, what makes freelancers and entrepreneurs successful, what you should do if you feel held hostage by your day job, and of course paying for a liver transplant over Venmo. Support the show
2021-02-171h 12Spiritual AssholeEpisode 58: Spiritually Not SpiritualIt's time to grab your metaphoric two blocks and a blanket, get comfortable and listen to Brendan talk with Shayna Hiller, yoga and wellness expert and wellness coach. The two do a deep dive into the world of yoga, your true internal nature that is always evolving, and why truly spiritual people go to Bali or Bali. Support the show
2021-02-111h 01Spiritual AssholeEpisode 57: Traveling is a One-Way Ticket to YOUCongratulations all on all your travels! You've reached your next destination and that is YOU. Brendan sits down with Jackie Nourse, travel writer and founder of the Traveling Jackie blog. Brendan and Jackie dive into why traveling is so good for you, if traveling is really a form of "running away," the most underrated places in the world, and why everyone on vacation looks so damn hot. Support the show
2021-02-031h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 56: Punched By FameLet's take a ride on the red carpet and meet the guy who shouting extremely nice things at celebrities. Brendan sits down with this good buddy, Adam Glyn, hilarious celebrity street reporter, and outreach coordinator for Tony Robbins. The two wellness bros discuss what makes famous people different, how you can consistently put yourself in a good state, Shaq's penis, and how YOU CAN live a fulfilled life. Support the show
2021-01-271h 07Spiritual AssholeEpisode 55: There is No 'This is How It Is'In a truly unique episode Brendan sits down to talk with...Brendan. Well, not really, as Brendan is joined by his best friend, cousin, Andrea Henkels. Andrea is a licensed acupuncturist and self-help expert and the two spiritual warriors dive deep into the three things Brendan has learned from his guests on the podcast this past year, advice he has gotten that he doesn't agree with, practical ways we can live at our highest potential, and most importantly, coffee-selling DJs. Support the show
2021-01-201h 09Spiritual AssholeEpisode 54: Bob Ross Loves YouGet ready to feel good. Brendan talks with author, healer and spiritual channeler, Matt Kahn, who also happens be the Bob Ross for your soul. The two take a deep dive into what self love actually looks like, how you can REALLY follow your INTUITION for the highest purpose of your life, soulmates vs. twin flames in relationships, and what would happen if Jesus looked like Gary Busey. Support the show
2021-01-131h 06Spiritual AssholeEpisode 53: You Get Happier with Age2021 means it's time to get happy and luckily Brendan talked with Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, professor, well-being scientist and author of "The How of Happiness." The happiness junkies discuss why being happy is the most UNSELFISH thing you can do, how smiling in your yearbook photo can determine your marriage, why getting older actually makes you HAPPIER, and hosting a destination wedding in Kabul, Afghanistan.Support the show
2021-01-0655 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 52: You're Not the WeathermanIt's party cloudy with a chance of getting your sh*t together. Brendan talks with Hildie Dunn, expert life coach and Vice-President of the Training Division at the Handel Group. The two spiritual good friends discuss living up to your TRUE dream in 12 different areas of your life, why you can't hate yourself to love yourself, how you can stop "Weatherman-ing" your life, and why "Triggered" should be a Hallmark movie about visiting your family. Support the show
2020-12-3055 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 51: "Your Mind is a Sh*tty Office"Sure your mind is good at a lot of things but definitely not organizing your life. Luckily, Brendan talked with David Allen, productivity expert, author and founder of Getting Things Done and the Getting Things Done Method. The two spiritual compadres discuss how you can maximize your productivity, why you should never think the same thought twice, how to truly free yourself and live in the moment, and of course, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Support the show
2020-12-2356 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 50: Stop Settling for Sh*tThis episode is about to get beyond real. Brendan talks with Kim Cabot, Executive Life Coach of the Handel Group. The two discuss why it's so important to STOP SETTLING, how to finally discover and live up to your worth, how you can end bad relationships faster and why Brendan does in fact have a hoo-ha. In an incredibly honest, funny and heart-warming way, Kim reveals what it's like to actually live as a badass.Support the show
2020-12-161h 03Spiritual AssholeEpisode 49: "We're Supposed to Bring a Specific Kind of Magic to the World"It's time to figure out what your magic is damn it. Brendan talks with Sacha Van G, spiritual mentor and host of the "Enlivened Podcast." The two spiritual warriors talk about how to find your purpose in life, the problem with pop astrology, why judging people only makes YOUR life suck and what to do if all you want for Christmas is cocaine. Support the show
2020-12-091h 08Spiritual AssholeEpisode 48: Your Body is Not a Trash CanSo good news, it turns out your body is NOT a trash can. And luckily, Brendan talks with Sloane Elizabeth, Food Freedom coach and author of "Kale & Kravings," to find out why it's not in fact, a gross garbage dumpster. The two wellness heroes talk about how to eat by trusting your intuition, why diet culture is ruining us, what a healthy diet looks like and why Hanger is actually the real reason for breakups. Support the show
2020-12-0252 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 47: No More Mr. Nice GuyIt's time for nice guys of the world to unite and stop being tools. Recovering Nice Guy Brendan Fitzgibbons talks with Dr. Robert Glover, Recovering Nice Guy and author of the fantastic book, "No More Mr. Nice Guy!" The two former Nice Guys turned whole people with awesome dogs, talk about why it ISN'T actually good being a Nice Guy, why the idea of monogamy is a really new idea, the essential importance of asking for what YOU want, and why men's groups can sometimes be gay bars. Support the show
2020-11-251h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 46: "Be the Whole Damn Vibe"Brendan talks with the electric and hilarious Mikayla Jai, coach, content creator and host of the "Mindset Magic and Manifestation" podcast. The two spiritual sillies discuss why not expressing yourself creates limiting beliefs, Mikayla's patented four-step manifestation process, how to truly say f*ck the 'how," and why sometimes life feels like you're being grinded on by a sweaty guy from Staten Island. Support the show
2020-11-181h 01Spiritual AssholeEpisode 45: You Can Eat Half a CookieBrendan talks with Felicia Broccolo, powerhouse health and fitness expert and CMO of the Life Coach School. The two spiritual heroes discuss how negative self-talk drives your actions more than you realize, weight loss tips that you can sustain, how you can eat half a cookie without being a psycho and why fasting doesn't work...with or without cocaine. And most importantly, find out why you are actually DOING IT RIGHT! Support the show
2020-11-1155 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 44: "There's No Failure, Just Feedback"Brendan sits down with Kiki Ura master Master NLP practitioner, transformational expert and host of the NamaSlay Babe Podcast (she does a lot). The two spiritual champs talk about how to turn everything that happens to you in YOUR favor, the energy of money, why manifestations sometimes DON'T work and most importantly, why guys accidentally pee on themselves. Brendan also talks about the 2020 Presidential election and why Kanye West won. Support the show
2020-11-0459 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 43: People Actually Do Like YouIn this week's incredible episode, we find out why people actually do like you. Brendan talks with Brooke Alexander, hypnotherapist, as well as NLP, EFT practitioner and master life coach! The two spiritual warriors talk about how you can literally re-arrange the beliefs that are holding you back, the magic of opening yourself up to the universe and the difference between hypnotherapist and sh**ty magicians. Support the show
2020-10-2856 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 42: Get High On VibesIn this week's episode, Brendan helps his listeners get high on vibes with the amazing hosts of the "High Vibin' It" podcast, Kelsey Aida and Lynnsey Robinson. The three spiritual champs talk about the importance of radical self love, why manifestations DON'T happen and turning your vision board into just the menu from the Olive Garden. If you thought this episode was going to be a Vice-style article about drugs, it's not and it's way better than that. Support the show
2020-10-2158 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 41: You Would Like Me When I'm AngryBrendan sits down with John Kim, the man known as The Angry (he's actually very nice) Therapist. Brendan and John talk about how you can actually live on a higher frequency, the toxicity and dangers of swipe culture and why d*ck pics look like up periscopes from submarines. It's the episode that will finally let guys show their emotions for once in their damn lives. P.S. Brendan cries during Bruce Springsteen songs. Support the show
2020-10-1443 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 40: Your Brain is on DrugsDon't worry, it's the good kind of drugs. Brendan does a deep dive into the science of the brain with Loretta Breuning, celebrated author, renowned brain expert and founder of the Inner Mammal Institute. The two discuss how your brain determines your behavior, why birth control has made it easy for everyone to have beer goggles, tips you can use to cultivate more happiness and why Brendan probably had a podcast at age five. Support the show
2020-10-071h 16Spiritual AssholeEpisode 39: Meet the Man Who Will Break You Out of JailPanache Desai will break you out of jail both literally (he's low key ripped) and metaphorically. Brendan sits down with the incredible speaker, coach and author of "You Are Enough," to talk about why there is nothing wrong with you, his experience going on Oprah and NOT getting a car, and how we can shed our stories to find the ultimate peace. We also talk about our important plans to keep Elon Musk from escaping to Mars. Support the show
2020-09-3054 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 38: "Date Like You're the CEO"Dating used to be like, "Hey, this person has a nice hat, I have a nice hat...let's spend 70 years together." But with the advent of the Internet, modern dating has gotten way more confusing. Luckily, Brendan talks with Jared Fried, comedian, host of the J-Train Podcast, about all the complications of dating in 2020. The two discuss dating in quarantine, how to ghost and be ghosted, why you should date like you're the CEO of a company and why f*ckboys are really just scallywags. Support the show
2020-09-231h 03Spiritual AssholeEpisode 37: "To Hell and Back"Brendan talks with the only person to trip 100 times and NOT find God, Chris Grosso, a.k.a. the "Indie Spiritualist." Even though Chris doesn't love the name "Indie Spiritualist," he truly was the perfect guest to talk all things modern spirituality including if you should do drugs to get closer to God, finding a new kind of peace during sobriety, how you know it's time to let go of pain and suffering, and finding God at a Hooters in Sioux Falls. Support the show
2020-09-161h 05Spiritual AssholeEpisode 36: Why You're Not Rich...YetIt's time to stop stuffing your money and emotions underneath a mattress damn it. Brendan talks with the amazing Tammy Lally, author, Ted Talk speaker and certified money coach. The two spirituality rich souls talk about the three emotions that are keeping you broke, how you can CHANGE your story around money and why you should never ask to take out less than $20 from an ATM. Support the show
2020-09-091h 06Spiritual AssholeEpisode 35: The Happy MediumSpoiler alert: you have psychic powers damn it. Brendan talks with Annie Truesdell, author and professional medium of over 20 years. The two discuss how to spot a good psychic vs. a bad one, past lives, the importance of riding time, and why you shouldn't see a medium to see if your dead friend will give you that $20 bucks they owe you. Support the show
2020-09-021h 12Spiritual AssholeEpisode 34: You Can Have It All Damn It!Shhhhhh! You can and we'll prove it! Brendan talks with hilarious and genius manifesting and life coach, Cassie MacKenzie. The two talk about what's stopping you from getting everything you want, the keys to changing your current story, and why good manifestation can sometimes mean ending up at a Golden Corral. Get ready for an extremely good time of an episode! Support the show
2020-08-261h 03Spiritual AssholeEpisode 33: This One Is About SexBrendan would like to have less shame so he spoke with the one person who might be best at NOT having it, Corinne Fisher, powerhouse comedian, and host of the wildly successful podcast Guys We F*cked as well as the new podcast, Without a Country. The two breakdown the power dynamics of modern dating in the Me Too era, why shame is pretty f*ckin dumb and the dangers of role playing without health insurance. Support the show
2020-08-191h 06Spiritual AssholeEpisode 32: The Breakup Coach!If there's one thing we need a coach for it's breakups. Luckily, Brendan talks with dynamic and very awesome relationship and conscious breakup coach, Nancy Ruth Deen. As the founder of HelloBreakup.com, Nancy helps her clients get through breakups consciously and spiritually, which is good because Brendan has been through 876 breakups. The two discuss why relationships are mirrors, what advice we should NOT be listening to during a breakup, and why breakups make us hot. Support the show
2020-08-121h 21Spiritual AssholeEpisode 31: "This or Something Better"As the legendary Swedish poets Ace of Base said, "Life is demanding without understanding. I saw the sign." Brendan talks with Tammy Mastroberte, celebrated author, life coach and signs expert. Brendan and Tammy talk about how to identify a sign in your life, the many ways the Universe talks to you, how loved ones who've passed communicate with you, Universal guidance, and of course, the healing power of Axe Body Spray.
2020-08-111h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 30: No Things AttachedJust when you thought that bros can't be spiritual, Brendan talks with Greg Audino, life coach, actor and host of the Optimal Living Advice Podcast. The two deep bros go in on how to live a life free from attachment, the unbelievable importance of finding balance in your life, a new way of looking at positive thinking, and why you should never break up with someone in an Escape Room. Support the show
2020-07-291h 01Spiritual AssholeEpisode 29: Cats Don't Want to Be DogsBrendan talks to Mia Lux, comedian, writer and host of the "Conscious-ish" show. The two dive deep into what it's like bringing comedy to the world of spiritual, the incredible life-changing power of belief work, and how to stop yourself from becoming a grumpy bitch. The episode is like Def Comedy Jam but with spiritual white people. Support the show
2020-07-221h 09Spiritual AssholeEpisode 28: "Let That Sh*t Go"Spiritual swearers UNITE!! Brendan talks with Nina Purewal, life coach, speaker and best-selling author of "Let That Sh*t Go." The two spiritual ballers talk about how to actually let something go, how to combat the negative impact of social media on our self worth, mindfulness and why Brendan needs to stop stalking his ex-girlfriend Ashley. It's the episode that will give you permission to log off of your bad thoughts and log onto the good ones! (I went to journalism school.) Support the show
2020-07-1553 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 27: Why You Don't Workout.Spoiler alert: it's your habits. Brendan sits down with Eric Zimmer, speaker, behavior coach and host of the very popular podcast, "The One You Feed." The two discuss what's really holding you back from making positive changes in your life, the importance of small steps, why New Years Resolutions don't pan out, and why drinking green juice out of a Pringles can is very spiritual. Support the show
2020-07-081h 09Spiritual AssholeEpisode 26: "Nobody Watches the Guy Standing on the Dance Floor"Brendan talks with the "real life Hitch," Thomas Edwards Jr. And just like the movie, once you're done listening to this episode, you'll believe in love again and want to hug Kevin James. Thomas Edwards Jr. is a renowned life and relationship coach. Brendan and Thomas discuss how to turn your life into a game, the absolute essential importance of fun and why pickup lines only work when they're incredibly stupid, which is great because that's all we have. Support the show
2020-07-011h 00Spiritual AssholeEpisode 25: "You Repeat What You Don't Repair"It's the Michael Jordan of Couples Episode! Brendan talks with the incredible, expert couples therapist, Dr. Sarah Schewitz of Couples Learn, about the state of modern relationships. The duo dives deep into the importance of healing trauma from your childhood why it affects your choice of a partner. They also discuss how couples get can unstuck in negative patterns, positive and affirming words and strategies to use to one another, and why Newark, New Jersey is the perfect place for a breakup retreat. Support the show
2020-06-2456 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 24: "Heal Yourself When No One Else Can"Brendan sits down with renowned (36 years later, still can't spell that word) author, speaker and energy coach, Amy B. Scher. The two discuss the importance of removing blocks that hinder your growth, how to calm down from a panic attack and the best way to be spiritual in a world that looks like it's on fire. This episode is like a very good hug. Support the show
2020-06-171h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 23: "Everybody Loves a Wild Horse"In a very cool example of Chicago-based universal forces aligning, Brendan talks to the powerhouse duo of JT Nero and Allison Russell, from one of the hottest up-and-coming bands, the Birds of Chicago. The real-life married duo talk about thriving as a couple despite spending every minute together, creativity in the time of quarantine, singing the new "Freebird," and completely solve religion in the first four minutes. Support the show
2020-06-1055 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 22: "To Be Wilder"Butterfly the sky, I can go twice as high. Brendan takes a sweet ride on the Reading Rainbow with Nick Flynn, virtuoso author, poet and speaker. Known for his dynamic, brutally honest memoir, "Another Bullshit Night in Suck City," the duo talk about the dangers of using art as therapy, using sadness to develop empathy and getting lost in the woods with your wild, wild self. It's just epic. Support the show
2020-05-2750 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 21: I Don't Know You, Let's Live TogetherIn the most personal podcast in history, Brendan interviews Emily Murphy, a person he went on a few dates with before COVID-19, and then ended up spending every day of the quarantine together. The two dive deep into it and talk about how they met, their quarantine journey from Brooklyn to New Jersey to Florida, why they've been able to finally enjoy the moment, why some couples are thriving during this time and why others are failing, and why Brendan is still the greatest Monopoly player of all time. Support the show
2020-05-201h 02Spiritual AssholeEpisode 19: Hard Work Does Not Mean More MoneyBrendan talks with Patty Dominguez, dynamic life coach, speaker, marketer and recovering corporate person who is proudly no longer a former shell of herself. Patty and Brendan discuss why it's not supposed to be so damn HARD, why the ego is THE bitch and the transformational belief of why working hard does not mean having more money. So let's get rich and do nothing damn it.Support the show
2020-05-0654 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 13: What's Spiritual About a Pandemic?Brendan welcomes very special guest, Maggi Van Dorn, podcast producer at Sirius Satellite Radio as well as a producer on "Spiritual Asshole," and she has a Masters of Divinity from Harvard University (I heard through a friend, that's a good school). The two discuss the best spiritual practices to get through the coronavirus, the right balance between staying informed and losing your mind, and Brendan wisely uses this time of crisis to try some jokes out on Maggi. Support the show
2020-03-2553 minSpiritual AssholeEpisode 8: Happiest EndingBrendan takes "Spiritual Asshole" on the road to Frederick, Maryland for a LIVE episode taped at the Cellar Door right after a sold-out comedy show. Brendan is joined by lifelong comedian friend Lance Weiss, comedian Ryan Neser, and special guest Cara Beverage (real name, real person) who is a massage therapist. The group talks about the important of relaxing, New Year's resolutions and how to institute good habits. Support the show
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