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In today’s episode on Gateways to Awakening, I speak with my friend Jon Amiel, a distinguished director, writer, and producer with a remarkable career in theatre, film, and television. After spending a decade rising from fringe theatre to the Royal Shakespeare Company, Jon transitioned to television, where he made significant strides at the BBC, culminating with the award-winning "Silent Twins" and the multi-award-winning "Singing Detective."

Jon's success continued in the film industry over the next 15 years, directing major feature films such as "Sommersby" with Jodie Foster and Richard Gere, "Copycat" with Sigourney Weaver and Holly Hunter, "Entrapment" with Sean Connery and Catherine Zeta-Jones, "The Man Who Knew Too Little" with Bill Murray, "The Core" with Aaron Eckhart and Hilary Swank, and "Creation" with Paul Bettany and Jennifer Connelly.

Jon's attraction to various genres is driven by his curiosity and desire to explore different facets of storytelling, approaching each genre with unique techniques and perspectives. As a mentor, Jon frequently advises aspiring directors and writers to focus on authenticity in storytelling and to develop a strong personal voice.

We talk about the following and so much more:
✅ What he spends most of his time thinking about and why
✅ What, in his opinion, makes a good story and why?
✅ What inspired his journey into the world of film - an in particular directing?
✅ As a mentor and advisor to many film directors and writers, what advice does he find himself giving most frequently
✅ What draws him to a particular project, and how does he approach each genre differently
✅ What the creative process was like bringing such a gripping story like Copycat to life

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In today’s episode, I speak with Nick Grossenbacher, who first encountered and became enamored with the subject of alchemy more than 15 years ago while working on a PhD in late classical and medieval Middle Eastern history. Not content with a purely scholarly approach, Nick set up a home laboratory to replicate processes described in medieval Arabic and Syriac texts. His passion for alchemy deepened through his studies with teacher Robert Bartlett, leading him to explore global alchemical traditions.

Nick's journey took a practical turn when he collaborated with a naturopathic clinic, developing custom formulas for patients with acute skin issues. This work inspired him to create a company focused on alchemical wellness products, particularly topicals. At the onset of the pandemic, Nick left his teaching career to start Rare Earth Alchemy, where he now fulfills his dream of conducting daily work in a fully equipped alchemical research and production lab.

We talk about the following and so much more:
✅Defining Alchemy: Understand what alchemy is and its significance today.
✅Discover practical examples of alchemical processes in everyday life.
✅ Learn about evidence-based approaches to alchemy using the scientific method.
✅21st-Century Innovations: Explore how modern tools and techniques advance traditional alchemical practices.
✅Understand the intersection of alchemy with contemporary medical and wellness practices.

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Today’s episode is with Natalie Ledwell is a bestselling author and cofounder of Mind Movies, the hugely successful and revolutionary online Personal Development company that has reached over 10 million people worldwide.

Her passion to also help teachers, parents and anyone struggling to manage their mental health has manifested itself into an app called FeelWise - Tap into Your Emotional Wisdom.

In 2020, Natalie had the immense honor of being Knighted by the Orthodox Order of St John.

We talk about the following and so much more:

✅ Reality creation and if we’re creating our own reality

✅Why she created mind moviesa and why the images that we see so important for manifestation?

✅ Her work with Joe Dispenza

✅ What advancements or changes is she most excited about in the realms of spiritual and psychic exploration

✅ One message or piece of advice - especially for those who might be going through a difficult time

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On today’s episode, I’ll be speaking with Hayden Lee, a master certified Executive Life and Leadership Coach. He works with successful executives, leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs who are ready to do the deeper transformational work to create their next level of success and fulfillment.

He is an Enneagram specialist, and loves using the Enneagram system of development to help people have a deeper understanding of who they are, why they do what they do, and how they can create a path of development for themselves.

We talk about the following and so much more:
✅What the enneagram is exactly?
✅The 9 Enneagram types, and what each means
✅ How can people learn which enneagram type they are
✅ How can the enneagram help you grow and understand yourself and your relationships better
✅ His personal journey into becoming a certified life coach and how coaching has transformed his life and the lives of his clients

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On today’s episode, I speak with Charles Eisenstein, a speaker, essayist, and author of several books including The More Beautiful World our Hearts Know is Possible - and many others. Known as a countercultural philosopher, his work spans economics, science, health, ecology, technology, spirituality, and the mythological structure of civilization.

We talk about the following and so much more:
✅ His thoughts on a new economic system based on gift economies and community-based currencies.
✅ How he first became interested in the intersection of economics, spirituality, and ecology
✅ The gift economy in action and what has been most memorable to him
✅ The power of storytelling and myth in the shaping of our culture,
✅ The concept of interbeing and interconnectedness
✅ Social movements, including Occupy and the New Economy movement and what they meant to him

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In today’s episode, I speak with Sid McNairy, the Architect of the Art of Peaceful Living, a spiritualist and teacher who helps people connect with their highest and best selves through disciplines such as meditation, yoga, and self-discovery. With a background in coaching college football and coaching NFL players, Sid’s journey through life has involved battles both physically and mentally. After struggling with feelings of not being accepted and making decisions against his heart, Sid found solace in yoga and meditation, which helped him heal his past wounds and find inner peace.

Now a renowned figure in the wellness industry, Sid has written several books on yoga and meditation, empowering individuals to find discipline and peace in their lives. He is also a sought-after speaker who inspires and empowers audiences around the world with his trainings and presentations on wellness, yoga, meditation, and self-discovery. Sid is known for his ability to connect with his audience and share his knowledge and experience in a relatable and inspiring way.


We talk about the following and so much more:
✅Common challenges he sees leaders facing today, and how he helps them navigate these challenges
✅ Changes he would like to see in the corporate world today
✅ The Architect of the Art of Peaceful Living
✅ How he approaches the concept of authentic leadership, and why is it important in today's business landscape
✅ Some strategies for fostering a culture of belonging and psychological safety within organizations
✅ The most effective methods for organizations to address unconscious bias and promote diversity at all levels
✅ How he found yoga, and why is yoga and meditation such a big part of his life

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