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Masculine Health Solutions#168 - Being In Peace with YOURSELF, Mindfulness with Shane PokroyThank you for tuning in to another episode of the MHS Podcast where we discuss Inner Peace and so much more with Shane Pokroy! Learn more about him below!
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Shane Pokroy is a psychotherapist, coach, and mindfulness meditation teacher with a rich background in Counselling Psychology. His approach to therapy and coaching is deeply rooted in humanistic and compassion-focused methodologies, emphasizing the power of empathy, understanding, and mindful presence. Shane specializes in providing personalized care that addresses a range of mental health concerns, with a...
2024-01-2959 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #90 The Art and Science of Emotions w/ Dr. Alissa JerudAlissa Jerud, PhD. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology in the department of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania. Part of Alissa’s work centers around understanding the art and science of emotions. She specializes in working with evidence-based treatments to help with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety, panic, phobias, generalized anxieties, and using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills training for those who have difficulties managing their emotions.
In this episode, Shane and Alissa discuss a variety of topics relating to emotions, including what they ar...
2023-04-171h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #89 Compassion Focused Therapy for Depression and Anxiety w/ Dr Stan SteindlDr. Stan Steindl is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice at Psychology Consultants Pty Ltd and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. He is also co-director of the UQ Compassionate Mind Research Group.
Stan’s research interests are in the areas of motivation, behaviour change, compassion and compassion-based interventions, and especially the role of cultivating compassion and self-compassion in the context of trauma, shame, self-criticism and clinical disorders, as well as promoting psychological well-being.
In this episode, Stan and Shane discuss how Compassion-Focused Therapy co...
2023-03-271h 11
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #88 Men’s Mental Health w/ Elise MichealsElise Micheals is trauma-informed executive coach focused on men’s mental health. Her coaching program is designed to help men gain clarity on their subconscious blocks to heal trauma and create better lives, businesses, and relationships. “With the combination of Trauma therapy, REBT, CBT, Relationship Science, and Neuroscience, I've created easy-to-follow actionable steps that allow you to understand, and heal, quicker.”
In this episode, Shane and Elise discuss why so many men struggle with mental health, the internal and external roadblocks they face in trying to get help, and some ways we can work to improve these areas...
2023-03-0246 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #87 A Jungian Perspective on Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Addiction w/ Vlado ŠolcVladislav (Vlado) Šolc (pronounced “Schultz”) is a professional psychotherapist and Jungian analyst practicing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Vlado received training from the C. G. Jung Institute of Chicago and Charles University in Prague. He is the author of five depth-psychology-oriented books: Psyche, Matrix, Reality; The Father Archetype; In the Name of God—Fanaticism from the Perspective of Depth Psychology; Dark Religion: Fundamentalism from the Perspective of Jungian Psychology and most recently Democracy and Individuation in the Times of Conspiracy Theories.
In this episode, Vlado and Shane explore a Jungian perspective on a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, addiction, and tra...
2023-02-171h 13
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #86 Creating Psychology Content w/ Prudence LeungPrudence Leung is a psychotherapist and online content creator based in Ontario, Canada. She uses her platforms to educate on a variety of psychological concepts including relationship dynamics, stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and more.
In this episode, we discuss Prudence’s journey of becoming a content creator, including what she has learned, challenges she has faced, and the types of people she interacts with online. We also discuss the current state of mental health and how social media has the power to influence our mental health and psychological care. Furthermore, we discuss the personality profiles of people wh...
2023-01-1953 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #85 Exploring ADHD Healing and Intervention w/ Avigail Gimpel, M.S.Avigail Gimpel is an Author, Researcher, Special Educator, Coach and Founder of Hyper Healing - a program dedicated to helping children and adults with ADHD symptoms.
“Reversing ADHD symptoms became my personal mission. I have dedicated the last twenty plus years to research, development, and implementation of programs for children, adults, and couples struggling with ADHD symptoms. My major discovery was that ADHD symptoms have many different causes, and once we identify the cause of ADHD symptoms, we would be well on our way to reversing them. The program worked! My children, students, and clients were rocking it.”...
2023-01-061h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #84 Entrepreneurship and Social Media Marketing w/ Maddie ThompsonMaddie Thompson is the Founder of the Mad Social Agency. Maddie’s entrepreneurial roots stem back to high school where she piloted her first business, Social Clothing. Mad Social Agency is a social media marketing agency that specializes in social media management for businesses and personal brands.
Founded during Covid-19 in 2020 as a side hustle, Mad Social Agency (previously Spark Media) quickly grew as many realized that having a social media presence is of importance for marketing. Now, Mad Social Agency has grown to six part-time employees and has managed over 70+ social media accounts.
In th...
2022-12-2958 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #83 Polyamory, Non-Monogamy, and The Process of Individuation w/ Dr. Joli Hamilton, PhDDr. Joli Hamilton is a Relationship Coach, TEDx Speaker, Jealousy Expert, Research Psychologist, Professor, Author, and Podcast Host. The Relationship Coach for Couples Who Color Outside the Lines! Joli helps people experience the freedom, deep security, and sexual fulfillment that comes when they shift from plain-old monogamy to MORE. More WHAT exactly? Polyamory, ethical nonmonogamy, creative monogamy- Joli guides you out of the standard script and into the life you were meant to have!
“Your relationship can be both open and secure. It is possible. I help people do it every.single.day. Action-takers can hav...
2022-12-221h 16
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #82 Living Free From the Bonds of Your Scars w/ Cody ByrnsCody Byrns is an award-winning speaker and performer with over 16 years of professional experience. Cody’s life underwent a major shift in 2013 after a horrific traffic accident left his body burned and scarred. After years of countless surgeries, and innumerable physical and emotional hurdles, Cody has since founded his own nonprofit Burn Foundation, and is on a mission to spread his story of inspiration, hope, and recovery to everyone he meets.
Cody does not let his scars dictate his identity. He encourages a life of freedom, and wants to help people live free from the bonds of sc...
2022-12-1456 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #81 From Rock Bottom Upwards Through The Synchronicity of Love w/ John David LattaJohn David Latta is a mystic, author, teacher, humorist, story-teller and founder & CEO of a multimillion-dollar consumer products company.
Terrified and stalked by an oppressive fear of death, John David Latta was a single dad with two children facing rock bottom, loneliness and bankruptcy. Hard work, arguments and logic were getting him nowhere, the competition was tough, and he was in over his head.
In his new book, The Synchronicity of Love, John shares his extraordinary stories of what happened when, while at rock bottom, he threw himself into Unconditional Love with sincerity and earnestness...
2022-11-301h 02
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #80 The Hidden Meanings in Relationships w/ Deborah Lukovich, Ph.DDeborah Lukovich holds a Ph.D. in Depth Psychology which focuses on understanding the nature of the unconscious. She is a coach, author, blogger, and podcaster where she offers insights and teachings to help people explore the deeper meaning of life through stories, conversation, and education.
Deborah is back to discuss her latest framework for understanding relationships from a depth psychology perspective using the 3 P’s: Purpose, Projection, and Permanence. “These three words capture every aspect of relationship between all human beings, but they just play out more dramatically in those of a romantic nature.” Looking...
2022-11-231h 08
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #79 Subjective Experience and Identity Politics w/ Reema PatelReema Patel holds a B.A. from McGill University and a J.D. from the University of Windsor. After working in Mumbai in the youth non-profit sector and in human rights advocacy, she has spent the last ten years working in provincial and municipal government. Such Big Dreams is her first novel, an excerpt of which won the Penguin Random House Student Award for Fiction at the University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies. She lives in Toronto, where she works as a lawyer.
In this episode, Shane and Reema discuss her experiences of returning back to...
2022-11-1653 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #78 Dark Religion, Conspiracism, and The Religious Instinct w/ Jungian Analyst Vladislav ŠolcVladislav (Vlado) Šolc (pronounced “Schultz”) is a professional psychotherapist and Jungian analyst practicing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Vlado received training from the C. G. Jung Institute of Chicago and Charles University in Prague. He is the author of five depth-psychology-oriented books: Psyche, Matrix, Reality; The Father Archetype; In the Name of God—Fanaticism from the Perspective of Depth Psychology; Dark Religion: Fundamentalism from the Perspective of Jungian Psychology and most recently Democracy and Individuation in the Times of Conspiracy Theories.
In this episode, Shane and Vlado discuss the psychology behind conspiracism, fundamentalism, and mythologies. Using a Jungian...
2022-11-091h 08
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #77 Ancient Traditional Wisdom w/ Kim WheatleyKim Wheatley is an Ojibwe Anishinaabe Grandmother from Shawanaga First Nation Reserve who carries the spirit name Head or Leader of the Fireflower and who is Turtle Clan. She has appeared on TV, radio and in many news articles connected to her passion for Indigenous Knowledge sharing. Kim has worked with over 34 First Nation communities, having organized many Indigenous events, and she has authored 4 books, and has received multiple awards. She also volunteers on a variety of boards as an Indigenous Advisor. She also works as a Anishinaabe Cultural Consultant.
In this episode, Shane and Kim discuss K...
2022-11-031h 17
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #76 Sound Alchemy w/ Ian MorrisIan Morris is a sound engineer, sound healer and multi-instrumentalist. Ian is the founder of Listening To Smile, a frequency-based meditation production company. Listening to Smile creates unique healing mediations designed to facilitate positive wellness transformations.
“The majority of mainstream meditation music is created for entertainment and not true healing. During an urgent need to heal my body, I didn’t want any of that music in my consciousness, so I began to create it for myself. Now I create frequency minded music for others to heal. What makes LtS music unique and effective is that it is a...
2022-10-261h 03
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #75 Split Second Unlearning: A Theory of Psychophysiological Dis-ease w/ Matt HudsonMatt Hudson is a Health Coach with over 25 years studying the human mind in different forms including neuroscience and quantum physics. The main principles of Matt’s work are based around these models: Biofield Science, External Screen Model, The Sub-conscious Mind, General Adaption Syndrome, & Non-verbal Communication.
“Split-second Unlearning – A rapid way to clear fear. Like other theories of mind, the SSU model provides a scaffold to support potential explanations of physical ill health. The model combines several psychological and neurological theories to offer a new perspective on the treatment of common mental health issues such as stress and an...
2022-09-261h 05
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #74 Love and Soul-Making w/ Stacey Shelby, Ph.D.Stacey Shelby, Ph.D., is an author, educator, and depth psychotherapist. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in BC, Canada, a certified clinical dream tender, and she has studied folk medicines and yoga traditions. She is adjunct faculty at Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, California. She holds a master's and Ph.D. in Depth Psychology with a specialization in Jungian and Archetypal Studies. She is gifted at working with the symbolic language of the soul, and she is dedicated to honoring the soul as it presents in the lived experience of daily life.
I...
2022-08-151h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #73 How Language Made Us Human w/ Simon PrentisSimon Prentis has spent a lifetime working with other cultures and languages in over fifty countries. A veteran translator and interpreter of Japanese, his clients have ranged from national and academic institutions to cultural icons like Paul McCartney, Stanley Kubrick, Frank Zappa and Yoko Ono. A graduate of Oxford University, and a member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting since 1990, he has worked extensively with the broadcast media, given expert testimony in high-profile intellectual property disputes, translated four books and reams of technical documents, and presented papers on translation and interpreting at international conferences.
In this...
2022-08-111h 27
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #72 The Power of Compassion w/ Dr Stan SteindlDr. Stan Steindl is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice at Psychology Consultants Pty Ltd and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. He is also co-director of the UQ Compassionate Mind Research Group.
Stan’s research interests are in the areas of motivation, behaviour change, compassion and compassion-based interventions, and especially the role of cultivating compassion and self-compassion in the context of trauma, shame, self-criticism and clinical disorders, as well as promoting psychological well-being.
In this episode, Stan and I discuss the healing and transformative power of co...
2022-08-021h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #71 A Look Into Consciousness w/ Dr. Steven C. HayesSteven C. Hayes is a Nevada Foundation Professor of Psychology in the Behavior Analysis program at the University of Nevada. An author of 47 books and nearly 670 scientific articles, his career has focused on an analysis of the nature of human language and cognition and the application of this to the understanding and alleviation of human suffering. He is the developer of Relational Frame Theory, an account of human higher cognition, and has guided its extension to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a popular evidence-based form of psychotherapy that uses mindfulness, acceptance, and values-based methods. He is a co-developer of...
2022-07-181h 15
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #70 Understand Your DNA to Maximize Your Health w/ Dr. Mikolaj RaszekDr. Mikolaj Raszek is the founder and managing director of Merogenomics: a Canadian biotechnology company dedicated to enhancing everyone’s access to genomic sequencing education and technologies. Merogenomics offers access to clinical DNA testing for personalized health information: screening for predispositions, undiagnosed diseases, cancer profiling and pregnancy fetal testing.
In this episode, Mikolaj and Shane discuss a variety of topics including: the explanatory power of genome sequencing, gene therapy, epigenetics, genetic evolution and biodiversity, and the relationship between our genes and our health.
Human genome sequencing provides insight into one's own biolo...
2022-06-0654 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #69 Discovering Who We Are In Silence w/ Rich LewisRich Lewis is an author, speaker and coach who focuses on centering prayer as a means of inner transformation. He teaches centering prayer in both his local and virtual community and offers one-on-one coaching. He publishes a weekly meditation, book reviews, and interviews on his site, Silence Teaches. He has published articles for a number of organizations, including Contemplative Light, Abbey of the Arts, Contemplative Outreach, EerdWord, In Search of a New Eden, the Ordinary Mystic at Patheos, and the Contemplative Writer.
In this episode, Rich and I discuss his personal transformation that occurred through a...
2022-05-3155 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #68 A Conversation With a Modern-day Shaman w/ John MooreJohn Moore is a shamanic practitioner and teacher who works with spiritually conscious professionals to live fuller, happier lives, in touch with their true purpose. After two decades of working in the technology sector, John turned to humankind's oldest spiritual practice, shamanism, to heal himself.
“I am a guide, not a guru. I am just here to show you how powerful, strong, whole, and complete you are as a spark of divine light.” - John Moore
A lifetime spiritual seeker, John has practiced many spiritual and healing modalities including Tantric Buddhism, reiki...
2022-05-261h 02
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #67 Deep In The Unconscious w/ Deborah Lukovich, PhDDeborah Lukovich holds a PhD in Depth Psychology which focuses on understanding the nature of the unconscious. She is a coach, author, blogger, and podcaster where she offers insights and teachings to help people explore the deeper meaning of life through stories, conversation, and education.
“I'm passionate about inspiring people to find deeper meaning in ordinary life events by learning the language of the unconscious. Science affirms that unconscious forces direct up to 95% of who we are - the decisions we make, emotional responses, personality quirks, and even to whom we're attracted. And that's just look...
2022-05-171h 12
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #66 Rising Up to Be Who You Are meant To Be w/ Amy GerhartzAmy Gerhartz is a Mindset Coach, NLP Practitioner, Hypnotherapist and Founder of A Higher Way Of Living. After 20+ years in entertainment, along with her career as a coach, Amy has travelled the country, spoken to audiences of all sizes, and has been featured in numerous publications and podcasts. With her transformational coaching programs, online courses, virtual events, and her podcasts “RISE UP Buttercup” and “The Entertainer Mindset”, Amy is on a mission to support individuals across the globe to reprogram their minds with a new and empowering belief system, so that they can finally RISE UP to who they're MEANT TO...
2022-05-091h 06
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #65 A Spiritual Awakening w/ Radavie RiomRadavie Riom is Spiritual Teacher, Shaman, and Wounded Child Healer. She is devoted to serving the Divine Spirit that lies within everything. Through personal experiences of healing childhood wounds, an intuitive nature, plant medicine, and spiritual guidance, Radavie now lives to help others heal from their past wounds and traumas, end their sufferings, and awaken to their true selves - the divine spark within.
Radavie was deeply affected by her childhood traumas. Although she was one of nine children, she felt singled out by her mother who continually targeted her with judgment, blame, and threats. She was ev...
2022-04-1251 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #64 Harnessing Your Body’s Deep Wisdom w/ Dr. Candice StaniekDr. Candice, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Spiritual Yogi, Speaker, Author, Social Marketer, and a huge advocate for people having the ability to reach their spiritual potential. She understands the trials and tribulations related to the struggle of choosing and gaining freedom from the ego (mind, body, pain body, and collective unconscious). She loves having deep conversations and contemplating the bigger questions such as life and death, overcoming illusions. She also loves helping those who are lost and those who are seeking to find their way.
She is a co-author of Business, Life and Universe Vol. 2 and has l...
2022-04-0257 min
Your 12|30Episode 013: Shane Pokroy of Underground AnticsWe welcome Shane to answer:
How do you utilize Philosophy?
How does deep thinking impact your approach?
What was the move to Toronto like?
How is Canada different than South Africa?
How is life in Canada?
What does it mean to be a 'life-long learner'?
So, are there things you don't know?
How did you decide upon Underground Antics?
Any advice for someone looking to start a podcast?
What else should have I asked?
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2022-03-3135 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #63 The Explanatory Power of Evolution w/ Prof. David Sloan Wilson, PhDDavid Sloan Wilson is president of Prosocial World and SUNY Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biology and Anthropology at Binghamton University. He applies evolutionary theory to all aspects of humanity in addition to the rest of life, through Prosocial World and in his own research and writing. A complete archive of his work is available at https://thisviewoflife.com/introducing-the-prosocial-commons/
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2022-03-281h 07
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #62 The Highly Sensitive Personality Trait w/ William AllenWilliam Allen is an author with a writer’s heart and researcher’s mind. After getting a degree in Psychology with an eye on doing psychology research, he recalibrated for a career in Information Technology. He found himself in a thirty-year career as an Information Technology manager at Wells Fargo who enjoyed managing highly intelligent, often difficult staff, many of whom were highly sensitive. He was awarded a prestigious Corporate Management Excellence award for his empathetic management style.
He retired early from his corporate job to found his Hypno-coaching and neurofeedback brain training business, BrainPilots, in Bend, Oreg...
2022-03-231h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #61 Finding Your Freedom w/ Vi Vi ThaiVi Vi Thai is a writer, truth seeker, healer and fearlessly determined to live a free lifestyle regardless of others’ opinions. She uncovered her true life’s purpose after going through a dramatic and stressful time at the end of her stay in the US as an international student and worker. During that time, she achieved a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering at Texas A & M University and a Masters of Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University.
In this episode, Vi and I discuss the nature of personal freedom and what it means for your life. Looking at free...
2022-03-071h 28
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #60 Finding Hope in the Face of Despair w/ Christine HandyChristine Handy is a motivational speaker, a mother of two, a breast cancer survivor, international speaker, accomplished model, best-selling author, and a nationally recognized humanitarian. Her story reaches the hearts of anyone needing hope, prayer, and a new perspective on life. Christine Handy has seen it all and has overcome all odds. Christine’s motto is: There is always Purpose in Pain, but we have to be willing to share the story. Her life-long passion for writing has finally come full circle with an incredible story to share.
“You can let your battle scars paralyze you, or you c...
2022-02-2859 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #59 Animism, Astrology, Evolution and Soul Ecology w/ Marga LaubeMarga Laube has been a counseling astrologer for over twenty years, providing navigation guidance for "Agents of Evolution," blending astrology with the wisdom of multiple animist and eco-whispered sources. As an author, educator, and expressive storyteller, Marga aims to catalyze our collective evolution.
Marga holds advanced certifications with the Council of Vedic Astrology, and her work is informed by formal training in collective trauma healing, psychological shadow work, racial trauma healing, systemic constellation facilitation, ancestral medicine, and animist psychology.
In this episode, Marga and I discuss how we might approach understanding collective evolution using the...
2022-02-211h 06
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #58 Being Human is Weird w/ Anton Czachor (Arc Vision)Anton Czachor is the Founder of Arc Vision Media and the host of the Arc Vision Podcast & the Arc Vision Reactions YouTube channel. The aim of Arc Vision Media is to give people an empowering mindset through education and entertainment. Through the medium of conversation we will explore the realms of the mind, relationship, spirituality, and what it means to be human in today's world. Let's explore the ideas that bring us together.
In this fun episode, Anton and I discuss some of the strangest and best parts about being human beings. Evolution, spirituality, psychology, and philosophy...
2022-02-071h 16
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #57 A Pathway To Insight: Tapping Into Emotional Freedom from the Inside Out w/ Ann HinceAnn Hince is an author, healer, and public speaker. In this episode, Ann and I discuss the power of focused attention. Specifically, the healing power of focusing your attention on your inner body. Most of us have spent our lives repressing a variety of thoughts and emotions that we believe are too painful to deal with. These thoughts and emotions, however, do not simply go away; instead, they are often stored in various parts of our body - often the parts that are closely associated with the particular event. These storages build up over time and begin to affect o...
2022-01-3158 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #56 An Exploration Into Mindfulness-Based Coaching w/ David Frank GomesDavid Gomes is a Mindfulness teacher, coach and mentor. He offers a thoughtful effective coaching approach for living an impactful, thoughtful & productive life. The wisdom of mindfulness transformed into practical formulas for daily living.
In this Episode, David and I discuss the intricacies of mindful-based coaching. For David, the intersection of mindfulness and modern coaching offers people the best approach to “transform ancient wisdom into practical formulas for living well”. David’s unique approach integrates the transformative power of mindfulness with a modern coaching program to help people find a way of life that promotes well-being, productivity, and pu...
2022-01-1855 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #55 The Power of Intentional Gratitude w/ Deborah HawkinsDeborah Hawkins started blogging on mindfulness and gratitude as a way to work herself out of depression. She has posted reflections on everyday things or experiences that lift her mood on nosmallthing.net almost every week since 2010. She has developed an “intentional” approach to a gratitude practice that is empowering, authentic, and fun. Through her blog. books, and classes, she provides tools people can employ to lead happier lives.
In this episode, Deb and I discuss the power of intentional gratitude, how it helped her out of dark times, and how she uses these techniques to help othe...
2022-01-111h 01
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #54 Physicians Working With Energy w/ Dr Catherine Uram, MDDr. Catherine Uram, MD is an integrative medicine specialist, Reiki Master, and Spiritual Healer. Catherine Uram, MD helps you transform with spiritual energy, so you can contribute to a peaceful evolution of humanity. She practiced as a highly experienced physician in conventional + alternative modalities, has been engaged with sacred healing practices from around the globe, and now works where she can be of the deepest service— with the underlying spiritual energy of life, assisting your growth + transformation.
In this episode, Catherine and I discuss her journey and experience of integrating modern medicine with traditional/ancient forms of en...
2022-01-0355 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #53 Living Through Alchemy: A transformational journey to freedom w/ Vi Vi ThaiVi Vi Thai is a writer, truth seeker, healer and fearlessly determined to live a free lifestyle regardless of others’ opinions. She uncovered her true life’s purpose after going through a dramatic and stressful time at the end of her stay in the US as an international student and worker. During that time, she achieved a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University and a Masters of Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University.
At the end of 2017, she started a new life in Canada as a new immigrant from Vietnam. Here, she embarked on a on...
2021-12-201h 15
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #52 The Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy w/ Catherine EwingCatherine Ewing, LCSW, MDiv, founder of Sacred Heart Alchemy, is a Transformational Life Coach, spiritually focused psychotherapist, EFT Practitioner, Minister of Spiritual Peacemaking, and energy healing practitioner. A student of the mind/body/spirit connection for over 25 years, Catherine is also a TEDx speaker. She loves training mental health professionals in the use of alternative modalities in psychotherapy and offers classes, workshops and retreats on a variety of topics related to the mind/body/spirit connection, spiritual awakening and women’s transformation at midlife.
In this episode, Catherine and I delve into how and why she has ta...
2021-12-131h 01
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #51 Weight Loss Hypnosis w/ Doug SandsDoug Sands is a Weight Loss Hypnotist who specializes in the emotions behind our weight. Using hypnosis, he helps clients remove the emotional roadblocks that most often sabotage our weight and health goals. Doug is also the host of the 'Weight Loss with Hypnosis' podcast, a show that explores the science of weight loss with nutritionists, health coaches, and fitness experts.
In this episode, Doug and I discuss how a near-death experience lead him to finding his true passion in life - investigating and understanding the human psyche and working to help people overcome obstacles, deal with...
2021-12-061h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #50 Shane’s Numerology Reading w/ Rev. Dr. Craig E. Wright, Ph.D.Rev. Dr. Craig E. Wright is a Metaphysical Minister, Philosopher, and Numerologist. In this special episode, Rev. Dr. Craig does an in-depth reading of Shane’s numerology chart. His analysis reveals and explains Shane’s major life cycles, challenges, gifts, karmic numbers, the purpose and direction of his life, as well as how he operates physically, mentally, emotionally and intuitively.
“Think of Numerology as the science of number vibrations, with each number having it's own vibratory influence. Based on the belief that a person comes into this life on a certain date, with a certain name, numerology uses num...
2021-11-291h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #49 Find Your Vibrance and Embrace Your JOMO, The Joy Of Moving On w/ Karey SpransyKarey Spransy is a resilience coach who knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed and pushed down by life. Her experiences as a single teen mother, losing two loved ones to suicide, going through two divorces, and battling stage IV-4 colon cancer taught her how to use setbacks as springboards and failures as fuel.
For a self-professed extrovert and FOMO junkie, the joy of missing out felt like giving up, so she changed JOMO to the Joy Of Moving On. Through her one-on-one coaching and group programs, she teaches others how to find their JOMO and jus...
2021-11-221h 03
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #48 Be Good To Yourself w/ Robyn HarrisRobyn Harris describes herself as a Soul Alignment Mentor as she strongly believes that if we want to experience real and lasting wellbeing we need to be true to who we really are, what she calls our Soul Self. For Robyn this means listening to – and following – our own unique inner wisdom and guidance.
However trauma, in its many and varied forms, can cause us to feel cut off from this sense of direction and security.
Robyn is therefore passionate about how we can find our own unique and individual ways of reconnecting with this deep...
2021-11-151h 03
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #47 Exploring Creativity, Magick, and Human Nature In Meditation w/ Ambika DeviAmbika Devi is an international award-winning bestselling author of four books, an astrologer, meditation Jedi, and creative sexagenarian who stuffs her backpack with colored pens, a journal, a kindle, a passport and a deck of tarot cards here to unleash your intuition.
In this episode, Ambika and I have a great conversation about many different topics including Lego, meditation and meditative activities, expressing your inner creativity, spreading love, and finding your authentic intuitive magick. We also discuss ancient architecture, mysticism, human nature, human history, and sacred geometry. We also discuss mystical experiences, psychedelic journeys, aliens, and more...
2021-11-081h 30
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #46 Understanding PTSD, Trauma, and Resiliency with First Responders w/ Jon and Jen PerrinJon Perrin is a police officer living with PTSD, and together with his wife Jen, run a podcast and charity foundation dedicated to educating and supporting mental health programs and initiatives that have helped Jon and many others living with this terrible injury.
In this episode, Jon, Jen, and I discuss their journey of living with PTSD. PTSD is a very complicated and troubling psychological/moral injury that affects many first responders. In sharing his story of how PTSD affects him and his life, Jon encourages others who may be in similar situations to have a better u...
2021-11-031h 05
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #45 Igniting Your Soul w/ Zarina ChopraZarina Chopra is a Tao Soul Healer and Transformational Coach for rising female leaders who are ready to clear their karma, connect to the power of their Soul, and manifest like a Queen.
In this episode, Zarina and I discuss the power of the ancient spiritual practice of Taoism and how it has helped transform her life and the lives of those she teaches. We discuss how learning and understanding the ways of life’s working can create beautiful balance. All too often we get stuck in cycles of stress, overwhelm, and unhappiness. In order to...
2021-10-111h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #44 Neuromodulation, Neuroplasticity, & Peak Performance Training w/ Toby PasmanToby Pasman is the founder of Roscoe’s Wetsuit Neuro and host of the Roscoe’s Wetsuit Neuro Podcast. He is a neurophysiology researcher with a Master’s of Psychology from Lynn University and is board-certified in QEEG Brain Mapping and EEG Neurofeedback. Toby enjoys paddle boarding along the intercoastal, biking through the surrounding islands of Miami, and engaging in deep, intellectual conversations.
In this episode, Toby and I discuss some of the latest neuromodulation technologies and how they can be used for healing and for cognitive optimization - training to reach peak cognitive performance. The field of neu...
2021-09-271h 06
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #43 The Science of Pain w/ Dr Janet McMordieDr. Janet McMordie is a physician (Sport medicine/OR Assist), Adjunct Clinical Professor (University of Toronto), Adjunct Medical Director (Odyssey Medical), and an actor/stunt performer (ACTRA). In this episode, Dr. Janet and I discuss the science of pain and chronic pain - how it affects people, how people seek to manage their pain, and why the science and study of pain is so interesting - especially since there has been a marked increase in people’s pain levels since the start of the pandemic. We discuss some of the functional theories of pain, how dysfunctional pain can lead to...
2021-09-201h 15
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #42 Sober Powered: The Science of Addiction and Recovery w/ Gill TietzGill Tietz a sober scientist who specializes in addiction science and psychology, and is the host of the Sober Powered Podcast. In this episode, Gill and I discuss her journey of sobriety, the science of alcoholism and addiction, and how Gill now spends time studying addiction in order to help other people who are going through the same thing. For Gill, “Being Sober Powered is all about being your own champion. We hold on to our drinking with all of our strength, but eventually something happens to propel us into sobriety. It could be something small even, but we all...
2021-09-141h 01
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #41 Speculations On Genetic Engineering w/ Dr Mark P. RyallDr Mark Ryall is a retired economics teacher, a competitive Canadian triathlete, and author of speculative fiction novel "Age-Decoded". Mark wrote his “Age Decoded” because of “the many advancements in CRISPR genetic engineering. The book's central question is: What could possibly go wrong with the advent of genetic engineering? The story itself focuses on genomicist Dr. Frieda Sengmeuller, who uses CRISPR to finally stop human aging. But the government secretly uses her methods in other psychological ways, jeopardizing freedom and democracy.” Mark says that: “[he] feels this topic so important, given the impending tsunami of genetic engineering technology. A novel like...
2021-09-0655 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #40 Reflections on Excellence w/ Terry Tucker (Former Police Officer, SWAT Hostage Negotiator, and Cancer Warrior)Terry Tucker, among many things, is an author, motivational speaker, former police officer, former SWAT hostage negotiator, and a cancer warrior. Over the course of his life, Terry has worked and succeeded in many areas of life and across multiple vocations. Terry played Division I NCAA college basketball, worked in the corporate world (in marketing, administration, and customer service), became a Cincinnati police officer at the age of 37, worked as a security consultant, basketball coach, and recently as a motivational speaker after having been diagnosed and treated for cancer for the past 9 years.
In this episode, Terry a...
2021-08-301h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #39 The Power of The Mind and Body w/ Stuart WadeStuart Wade is a clinical hypnotherapist, personal trainer, and sports performance mind coach. I am a 4x world champion in taekwondo and kickboxing and was inducted into the UK Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2014. Stuart helps high level amateur and professional athletes to perform better in their sport, win more medals, and progress their careers. He also helps them overcome any issues with anxiety and lose weight if they need to, using hypnosis (and related methodologies) and fitness training.
In this episode, Stuart and I discuss the science behind hypnotherapy, how to overcome stress, mental strength...
2021-08-271h 06
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #38 Navigating Our Expectations w/ Ben WinterBen Winter is an actor, improv master, coach, and a best-selling author of several non-fiction books on living a better life. His latest book, “What to Expect When Having Expectations”, is about understanding where your expectations come from, what drives them, why you aren’t always aware of them, how to come to peace after being upset by an expectation going unmet, and increasing communication with yourself and others. Ben and I discuss several of these topics in this episode as we explore the world of expectations and why they can make us so unhappy. Ben shares with us how we...
2021-08-251h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #37 Living Well With Neurodiversity w/ Marina LivisMarina Livis (LCSW, Cht, INHC) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Instructor and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach with a specialty in facilitating empowerment and personal transformation for children, adolescents and young adults who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADD/ADHD, anxiety & depression.
In this episode, Marina and I discuss her journey of recently being diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD) and how it has manifested in her life. We discuss how she has spent much of her career trying to help other people who have similar...
2021-08-231h 02
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #36 Sex, Love, and Intimacy w/ Lynn-dee Van RensburgLynn-dee Van Rensburg is a sex and sexuality coach. Based on a neo-tantra approach, Lynn-dee uses tools like breathwork, trauma healing, meditation, energy work, and movement to guide people to connect with their inner beauty and natural sexuality. Lynn-dee’s holistic approach involves a special concoction of science, psychology and the Eastern methodology of Tantra Sex. In our modern culture, sex is is largely not spoken about and this leaves people feeling confused, frustrated, and helpless. Through connecting with our true selves, Lynn-dee shows us how we can start to embrace ourselves as sacred sexual beings and experience deep co...
2021-08-1856 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #35 Making Science Fun For Kids w/ Dr Stephanie RyanDr. Stephanie Ryan, Ph.D. is a chemist, a boy mom, and a social media influencer who enjoys using her background to create superior educational products and content. Although an academic at heart, Dr. Stephanie is passionate about learning through play. She can be found helping young kids explore the fascinating world around them. Over the years, Dr. Stephanie has taught science to all age groups, both in and out of the classroom, helping toddlers learn about their world and college students define theirs. She is an active member of the chemistry education community and is currently a committee...
2021-08-1653 min
Health DeclassifiedShane Pokroy - Host of Underground Antics Podcast EP 131Shane Pokroy talks to Peter and Kathleen about his podcast, his move from South Africa to Canada, mindfulness and the secrets to a well-balanced life.
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2021-08-1334 min
The Yakking ShowShane Pokroy - Host of Underground Antics Podcast EP 131Shane Pokroy talks to Peter and Kathleen about his podcast, his move from South Africa to Canada, mindfulness and the secrets to a well-balanced life.Website: https://undergroundantics.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/shanepokroy/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/UndergroundAnticsPodcast/ https://open.spotify.com/show/001s4TUyZIrHhlH3jp0169 The Yakking Show is brought to you by Peter Wright & Kathleen Beauvaiscontact us to be a guest on our show.https://TheYakkingShow.com peter@theyakkingshow.com https://karytechsolutions.com kathleen@theyakkingshow.com
2021-08-1334 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #34 The Power to Speak Naked w/ Tyler FoleySean Tyler Foley is an accomplished film and stage performer and has been acting in film and television since he was 6 years old after his father passed away suddenly in a motor vehicle accident. With his distinct and direct style, Tyler is emerging as one of North America's sought-after leaders in the field of public speaking for personal and professional development.
In this episode, Tyler and I discuss how people approach public speaking, the difficulties we contend with, and how to become confident in yourself and your speaking. We talk about how Tyler coaches people into learning t...
2021-08-121h 01
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #33 Sustainable High Level Productivity w/ Brent HurasBrent Huras is a productivity coach. He coaches his clients to reclaim their power, their wellness, their responsibility, their sense of purpose, and to reach their full potential. When we talk about and think about productivity, we normally think about getting as much stuff done as possible. When we don’t do as much as we think we should be doing, we accuse ourselves of being lazy, unproductive, and a failure. However, Brent teaches his clients that trying to force yourself to do more and be more isn’t going to work in the long run. What we need to d...
2021-08-091h 13
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #32 Living Impenetrable Joy w/ Erin MacErin Mac is a mindset facilitator helping entrepreneurs find clarity, purpose and joy NOW, on the way to abundance. Affectionately known as the “Joy Slinger”, Erin teaches people how to create impenetrable joy in their lives. So often so many of us struggle with finding peace and joy in our lives. We tend to be at the mercy of thoughts and emotions - both our own and those of people around us. Our interactions in, and perceptions of, life are limited and painful when we react to the world rather than respond. To react is to fight against what is b...
2021-08-071h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #31 Unleash Your Inner Hero w/ Christian De La HuertaChristian De La Huerta is an Author, TedX Speaker, and Personal Transformation Coach. With 30 years of experience, Christian de la Huerta is a sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community. He has traveled the world offering inspiring and transformational retreats combining psychological and spiritual teachings with lasting and life-changing effects. An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TedX stage. His new book, Awakening the Soul of Power, was described by multiple Grammy Award–winner Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul of anyone sear...
2021-08-041h 00
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #30 Reclaiming Your Life: A Story of Human Resilience with Para-athlete and Inspiration Rich Vander WalRich Vander Wal is a para athlete, recreation therapist, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and an inspiration to all. In this episode, Rich tells us his story of transformation after having experienced a traumatic Spinal Cord Injury in 1992, which resulted in complete T4 Paraplegia. These days Rich is a Recreation Therapist and Founder of Neurocore Physiotherapy, a rehab centre for individuals with neurological conditions, a father and family man, an elite athlete, and keynote speaker helping people find fulfillment in their lives. Rich’s story epitomizes human resilience and being able to reclaim your life after suffering a life-changing accident.
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2021-08-021h 08
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #29 Embracing Change and Creating Balance w/ Mike SolitroMike Solitro is a consultative leader who has played multiple key roles in countless real estate transactions. He is a Real Estate Attorney, an Associate Broker, and the Founder of AccomplishedRE.
In this episode, Mike and I discuss how companies and teams look to manage change properly. We also discuss how large companies with multiple divisions often have less-than-ideal communication between various teams and departments which can lead to excessive time and energy spent working to fulfil their own mandates while ignoring the needs of other teams. Creating balance for individuals and companies is a delicate and...
2021-07-3051 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #28 Creating a life of Happiness, Prosperity, and Love w/ Dawna CampbellDawna Campbell is a professional speaker, international healer, and best seller author, sharing her techniques. In this episode, Dawna and I discuss how our thoughts and emotions influence and create the life we experience. Dawna shares her personal story of discovering how powerful thoughts are, and how we can utilize thoughts to create better lives for ourselves - a life of happiness, prosperity, and love. Our relationship with our thoughts plays a major role in determining how we perceive various situations in our lives. For example, the way we have learned to think about money and finances sets us...
2021-07-2855 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #27 The Divine Possibility of Change w/ Eleanor TweddellEleanor Tweddell is a coach, mentor, consultant, creator and entrepreneur focused on reinvention. As the age-old wisdom declares: when one door closes, a world of possibility awaits. Eleanor teaches people how to embrace and navigate major changes in life - whether it’s losing your job, significant financial changes, or difficult relationships. She focuses on providing a warm, non-judgmental space for people to work through their challenges, and re-align themselves with what they truly want, and what life has to offer. After going through several major challenges in her life, Eleanor discovered that although big changes are often very dif...
2021-07-2657 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #26 Knocking on Death’s Door: A COVID spiritual awakening w/ David ParisDavid Paris is a seven time acrobatic dance champion and an America's Got Talent finalist. He is the author of A COVID Story which documents his 30 days in medical coma and 88 days in the hospital. In this episode, David shares his remarkable story of spiritual transformation that took place as he came face-to-face with death after contracting COVID in 2020. We discuss some of his deeply impactful dreams and experiences that he had while in a medically-induced coma, his remarkably difficult recovery journey, and how facing death has changed his life for the better. David has made a tremendous recovery...
2021-07-2358 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #25 Creating Change and Embodying Your True Self w/ Nina CamilleNina Camille is a modern mystic, medicine woman, healer, teacher, mentor, and coach who guides people to discover their truest, freest, and most loving Selves. In this episode, Nina and I discuss how change and difficulty in life are opportunities for us to grow and deepen our sense of spirit. We often know what is good for us, and yet we resist actually implementing the changes. This internal conflict can often generate significant suffering for ourselves and others around us. Nina explains how embracing change and embodying your truth can have a profound transformation of your life. It is...
2021-07-211h 07
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #24 w/ Jewish Mysticism and The Tale of a Modern Prophetess w/ Evonne MarzoukEvonne Marzouk has spent her career in pursuit of inspiring others, making a difference, and bringing Jewish wisdom into the world. In this episode, Evonne and I go deep into discussing Jewish mysticism. Following the theme of Growing Into Your Gifts in Evonne’s novel “The Prophetess”, we discuss how wisdom teachings have impacted our lives - both from a pragmatic and mystical perspective. The teachings of Judaism have been around for thousands of years, and have provided countless people with insight into life’s most difficult questions. There is an amazing connection between ourselves and the divine, and coming i...
2021-07-191h 03
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #23 The Amazing World of Neurosurgery w/ Dr. Kumar VasudevanDr. Kumar Vasudevan, MD is a fellowship-trained, board-eligible neurosurgeon who treats a wide variety of brain and spinal conditions. In this episode, Dr. Kumar and I discuss some of the latest innovations in neurosurgery. Some of the topics we discuss include deep brain stimulation, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), radiosurgery, neuroplasticity, and the relationship between the brain and consciousness. We also discuss how a person can develop personality changes due to various brain conditions, cancers, or traumatic brain injuries. Furthermore, we dive into how and why some brain surgery is done while people are still semi-conscious (rather than fully under general...
2021-07-161h 05
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #22 Living with Fearless Freedom w/ Keith FraserKeith Fraser is the founder and pioneer of Cojones, the cheeky yet profound code for living successfully and authentically. He is also a Master Practitioner of NLP and an exponent of Transactional Analysis (TA) furthering his deep understanding of the art of persuasion and what makes people tick. Keith has a wealth of experience in business, sales, and property investing, as well as entertaining and inspiring audiences internationally with his mix of straight-talking theories and hilarious anecdotes. Keith is the host of Cojones TV and has interviewed Arsene Wenger, Ross Kemp, Sarah Willingham and Alastair Campbell amongst others.
2021-07-1453 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #21 Creator Culture w/ Danny DesatnikDanny Desatnik is a strategic marketer and driven by curiosity. He works for #paid, an influencer marketing platform based out of Toronto. In the role, he helps brands find opportunities to collaborate with incredible creators. Prior to #paid, Danny worked in the music industry (talent and campaign management) helping artists build their fanbase through digital marketing strategies.
In this episode, Danny and I discuss a variety of topics relating to the current world of creators. With the coming of age of the internet, the world of possibilities for creators has exploded. Whatever area of specialty one is...
2021-07-111h 33
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #20 How Sitting Quietly In God‘s Presence Can Change Your Life w/ Dr. Brian RussellBrian Russell (Ph.D.) is an award winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. His personal mission is to seek out, study, and embody the deepest truths about God so that he can share them compellingly, lovingly, and transformationally with others. He is the author of Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed 2014), (re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade 2015); and the forthcoming Centering Prayer: How Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He is also host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast.
2021-07-091h 05
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #19 Holistic Health & Dealing with Chronic Pain w/ Dr. Tracy DebiDr Tracy Debi is a former holistic chiropractor turned intuitive guide & mentor for purposeful living. She is an entrepreneur, podcaster, coach, and healer.
In this episode, Dr Tracy Debi and I discuss what it means to treat patients holistically - as a whole human being. The current model for patient treatment tends to primarily focus on treating conditions, diseases, or symptoms as isolated issues rather than treating the whole person. Through her own experience of dealing with, and overcoming, chronic back pain and in her work treating patients, Tracy has discovered that ‘physical’ pain is often connected to a...
2021-07-061h 16
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #18 The Neuroscience of Meditation & Cannabis w/ Dr Hilary MarusakDr. Hilary Marusak is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University School of Medicine and directs the THINK lab (www.wsuthinklab.com) . She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute for Child and Family Development, a Scientific Member of the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the CURES Center, and a Science Advisor for the nonprofit organization Kids Kicking Cancer. She hosts her own podcast about the brain and brain disorders, called BrainSTEM (www.brainstempodcast.com).
In this episode, Dr. Hilary Marusak and I d...
2021-06-301h 03
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #17 Dragged into The Light w/ Tony RussoTony Russo is a journalist, podcaster, and a distinguished author. In this episode, Tony Russo and I discuss his latest book, Dragged Into The Light: Truthers, reptilians, Super Soldiers, and Death in an Online Cult. Being a human being is a strange experience where one is often looking for answers to the seemingly inexplicable oddities, challenges, and questions of life. For many, answers to life’s most difficult challenge can be found in religion, science and/or philosophy. For others, answers given by a leader who claims to know the secrets and truths of life are very enticing. But, ar...
2021-06-231h 13
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #16: The Standing Meditation w/ Nate RifkinNate Rifkin is an author, entrepreneur, marketing strategist, copywriter, natural health enthusiast, proud husband, and a practitioner of Daoist meditation. In this episode, Nate and I discuss his most recent book on the life-changing Daoist meditation known as The Standing Meditation. For millennia, people have searched for methods and techniques to reduce suffering, master their mind, and find meaning and support in life. One of the ancient wisdom traditions, known as Daoism, offers a unique perspective on life and its connectedness to the source of life - the Dao (the Way). The standing meditation is a fundamental Daoist practice...
2021-06-181h 02
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #15: Mystical Experiences, Alien Encounters, Spirituality, & Universal Peace w/ Wajid HassanWajid Hassan is an author, mystic, field service engineer, stand up comedian, actor, environmentalist, and humanitarian. In this episode, Wajid and I discuss his latest book, a #1 bestseller on Amazon, The Struggle For World Sanity. Wajid outlines his personal journey that led him to the feet of his own Yogi Master, Dr. George King. Through the guidance, teaching and experiences with his spiritual teacher, along with his own unique mystical experiences including that of an amazing spiritual contact he experienced with a UFO out in the wilderness, Wajid shows you the way out of the current chaos enveloping the w...
2021-06-141h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #14: The Creativity Process and the Opportunity for Freedom w/ Dave StevensDave Stevens is a husband, father, son, novelist, songwriter-for-hire, and corporate storyteller. He has a background in journalism, project management and psychology, and is passionate about creativity as a human lifeforce. Dave is curious about most things and is currently learning the piano. He dreams that one day creativity becomes an important world currency.
In this episode, Dave and I discuss a variety of topics relating to creativity and the creative process. Creativity is traditionally thought of a characteristic trait that one either has or does not have. However, ultimately everyone has the capacity to bring creativity int...
2021-06-081h 14
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #13: Paramedicine, ER stories, Critical Care, & Humanity w/ Katherine HambletonKatherine has a professional background in the fields of nursing and paramedicine, and has worked in healthcare for nearly 20 years. She is also a published author, speaker, and mental health advocate.
In this episode, Katherine and I have a great conversation on a variety of topics regarding, and relating to, the medical and paramedical field. We also hear about some of Katherine’s most interesting stories from the Emergency Room (ER), things getting stuck in places they shouldn’t be, surgery, the amazing structures and functionality of the human body. We go on to discuss dealing with crit...
2021-05-311h 39
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #12 Shaken Not Stirred: Living with Parkinson’s Disease w/ Larry LintonLarry Linton (B.A., LL.B., C.S) was progressing steadily through his career as a corporate immigration lawyer when, at the age of 49, he was confronted with a life altering event that changed his life forever. In his first book, SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED: Living with Parkinson's Disease, Larry shares with us how he managed to change his focus and to enjoy living a life that is more fulfilling, rewarding and meaningful after his diagnosis. His book provides inspiration and advice to others who've been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. If you or someone you love is fighting the biggest b...
2021-05-2559 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #11: A Modern Renaissance of Culture w/ Dr. Vidoll Regisford (Ph.D., M.Ed., B.A., SSW., CC)Dr. Regisford is a competent psychotherapy and counselling practitioner, who has worked in a variety of clinical settings, senior management, and executive roles. In this episode, Dr Vidoll and I discuss the current challenges and transformations in culture around the world. Through compassion, empathy, and the divinity of the human spirit, we strive to change the world for the better. In reviewing various historical movements and political changes, we discuss what it would mean for us as a society to move towards positive change in the world. A changing world needs leaders who move and act with wisdom and...
2021-05-181h 05
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #10: Authenticity in Grey w/ Ross MacPhailIn this episode, Ross and I discuss finding meaning in life - especially as we age and move towards retirement. After decades of helping people find meaning in their jobs and life, Ross realized that people were not controlling their own destinies. This is especially true for seniors. Retirement becomes a journey of existence, not meaning.
Ross often wonders how he found his life’s passion and work when he was 73. At a time when most people have been retired for years, he was immersing himself in helping others find meaning in their changing and evolving lives....
2021-04-281h 09
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #9: Finding The Silver Lining In a Time of Crisis w/ Bill Tibbo (Disaster Management Specialist)Bill Tibbo is a clinical social worker, psychotherapist, corporate clinical consultant, and disaster management specialist. In this episode, Bill Tibbo and I discuss how people navigate change in their lives - both small and big. Major crises happen to everyone and dealing with the aftermath can be daunting. Everyone deals with crisis differently; however, through crisis comes transformation. Our true strength as human beings (both personally and communally) emerges during a time of crisis. Through empathy and love it is possible to find a silver lining. In this episode we discuss some of Bill’s work with individuals and or...
2021-04-1858 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #8: Qigong and Meditation w/ Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. In this episode Chris and I discuss ancient medicine, qigong (a system of coordinated body and breath movement), matching vibrational frequencies of the voice with different chakras and parts of the body, and the gift of animals as Zen masters.
More of Chris:
Links: https://linktr.ee/Crescenzomusic
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2021-04-151h 04
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #7: Meaning & Purpose w/ Debbie Homewood (Registered Psychotherapist)Debbie Homewood is a Registered Psychotherapist and counsellor with 30 years experience in private practice and has three years experience as a full-time Pastoral Advisor. In this episode, Debbie and I discuss how people need, find, and create meaning in their lives using Viktor Frankl’s logotherapeutic techniques. Through awareness/mindfulness, we can use our innate freedom to will - our ability to find meaning in any situation in life - to create a meaningful and purposeful existence for ourselves. We do not have to remain at the mercy of our surroundings, other people, or our own pain - we ca...
2021-04-0855 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #6: Extraterrestrials w/ Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. In this episode, Chris and I discuss Gopi Krishna’s experience with Kundalini energy work and his thoughts about universal evolution. We also discuss alien encounters, Travis Walton’s abduction experience, and the possibilities of alien music. Hope you enjoy!
More of Chris:
Links: https://linktr.ee/Crescenzomusic
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/
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2021-03-271h 12
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #5: Ancient Knowledge with Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. We start this episode with a conversation about Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic. We then dive into some of our experiences with mysticism and spirituality, the power and influence of music, finding a path of passion to follow, psychedelics, and a few stories of personal growth. Hope you enjoy it!
More of Chris:
Links: https://linktr.ee/Crescenzomusic
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/
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2021-03-201h 13
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #4: Meet Chris DiCeccoChris DiCecco is a pianist, composer, producer, & poet. We start this episode with a conversation about Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic. We then dive into some of our experiences with mysticism and spirituality, the power and influence of music, finding a path of passion to follow, psychedelics, and a few stories of personal growth. Hope you enjoy it!
More of Chris:
Links: https://linktr.ee/Crescenzomusic
More of Shane:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/
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2021-03-131h 11
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #3: The Magic of WaterIn this episode we discuss The Hidden Messages In Water, ancient Egypt, civilization and more!
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2020-06-2728 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #2: The Second ComingIn this episode we go deep on discussing emotions, mountains, and other mad topics!
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2020-06-1235 min
Underground Antics with Shane PokroyEp. #1: Head in the SandIn this episode, Shane dives into why music is so powerful, flying ostriches, psychological injury, and more!
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2020-06-0432 min