16 episodes

Masters of Ceremony is a podcast led by artist and ceremonialist, Andrew Askaripour. MoC’s aim is to merge the worlds of Andrew's passions of Spirituality, Hip-Hop, Photography/Film, Sacred Plant Medicines, and the beauty of ceremony in order to educate, inspire, and strengthen others. Born of Jamaican and Iranian descent, Andrew humbly walks a path of service in order to honor and give thanks to his ancestors and elders for helping guide him towards rediscovering these ancient and universal forms in which all communities gather, heal, and grow together. Apprenticing for many years with initiated teachers and elders of several traditions has provided Andrew with an immense respect and understanding of the responsibility of what it is to carry and share these sacred teachings with the upmost reverence and integrity. From his years involved within the New York Hip-Hop scene, to studying with various wise medicine men and women of Central and South America, Andrew has gained a distinct outlook on life that allows him to connect with the hearts, minds, and spirits of his fascinating guests, who are each on the way to becoming true masters of their crafts. Through sitting down with these remarkable individuals, and sharing insights from his own journey, Andrew invites you onto his journey of learning, exploration, and growth. Welcome to Masters of Ceremony. 

Masters of Ceremony Andrew Askaripour

    • Religion & Spirituality

Masters of Ceremony is a podcast led by artist and ceremonialist, Andrew Askaripour. MoC’s aim is to merge the worlds of Andrew's passions of Spirituality, Hip-Hop, Photography/Film, Sacred Plant Medicines, and the beauty of ceremony in order to educate, inspire, and strengthen others. Born of Jamaican and Iranian descent, Andrew humbly walks a path of service in order to honor and give thanks to his ancestors and elders for helping guide him towards rediscovering these ancient and universal forms in which all communities gather, heal, and grow together. Apprenticing for many years with initiated teachers and elders of several traditions has provided Andrew with an immense respect and understanding of the responsibility of what it is to carry and share these sacred teachings with the upmost reverence and integrity. From his years involved within the New York Hip-Hop scene, to studying with various wise medicine men and women of Central and South America, Andrew has gained a distinct outlook on life that allows him to connect with the hearts, minds, and spirits of his fascinating guests, who are each on the way to becoming true masters of their crafts. Through sitting down with these remarkable individuals, and sharing insights from his own journey, Andrew invites you onto his journey of learning, exploration, and growth. Welcome to Masters of Ceremony. 

    Salvador Villalobos on Walking the Red Road, the Power of Ayahuasca, and the Vision of Hayulima Spiritual Sanctuary

    Salvador Villalobos on Walking the Red Road, the Power of Ayahuasca, and the Vision of Hayulima Spiritual Sanctuary

    Today's guest is my dear and beloved brother, Salvador Villalobos. Salvador has been walking the Camino Rojo and working intimately with the sacred plant medicines of the Americas, and their traditions, for over 25 years. Originally from Mexico, but now living in the breathtaking cloud forest of Mindo, Ecuador. Salvador is one of the guardians of Hayulima Spiritual Sanctuary; a beautiful and sacred land which welcomes people of all backgrounds to reconnect with nature and themselves, and to s...

    • 2 hrs 37 min
    "Psychedelics and Sacred Ceremonies" - Harvard University Lecture by Andrew Askaripour | MOC#14

    "Psychedelics and Sacred Ceremonies" - Harvard University Lecture by Andrew Askaripour | MOC#14

    On April 5th, 2023 I had the immense honor of speaking at Harvard University with the Harvard Psychedelic Club about my journey with plant medicines, and the importance of using entheogenic substances within a ceremonial context. This speech was followed by an incredible Q&A and personal reflections from the audience. About MeAndrew is a ceremonialist and multidisciplinary artist from Long Island, New York. For well over a decade Andrew has been passionately studying, learning from,...

    • 1 hr 44 min
    Carlos Pussetto on Being Kidnapped During Argentina's "Dirty War", Sacred Teachings of the Ancient Americas & Red Road, Healing through Poetry, Art, and Percussion | MOC#13

    Carlos Pussetto on Being Kidnapped During Argentina's "Dirty War", Sacred Teachings of the Ancient Americas & Red Road, Healing through Poetry, Art, and Percussion | MOC#13

    Over the course of his life Carlos Pussetto has had an immensely transformative and inspiring journey. Carlos studied psychology and sociology at the National University of Humanities in Argentina and was active in the resistance movement against the then military dictatorship. In 1976 Carlos was kidnapped by the army and placed into La Perla concentration camp until 1979, enduring years of torture and unjust imprisonment. Being one of the only survivors of this concentration camp, Carlos eve...

    • 1 hr 45 min
    Sen Floyd on Legacy, Photography + Cinema Journey, MMA, and Daily Spiritual Practices | #12

    Sen Floyd on Legacy, Photography + Cinema Journey, MMA, and Daily Spiritual Practices | #12

    Senetchut Men Ab Nehti, best known as Sen M. Floyd, is a Brooklyn-born photographer/ cinematographer. Having picked up a small point-shoot camera in his early teen years as a means of creative expression, Senetchut transformed a hobby into a lifelong passion. Heavily influenced by New York City’s diverse culture, Sen’s raw approach towards his photography gives his work—motion and still —an organic characteristic. When he was fifteen Sen’s work was featured in museum galleries such as the Stu...

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Isabel Friend on the Spirit, Science, and Healing Magic of Sacred Water | #11

    Isabel Friend on the Spirit, Science, and Healing Magic of Sacred Water | #11

    Isabel Friend is has extensively been researching and educating others on all things regarding the sacred source of all life, water. She is a certified nutritionist, compelling public speaker, advisor to various global water initiatives and programs, and truly an amazing teacher for all those interested in learning more about the magic and healing potential of structured water. Some of the things we discussed in this episode were: The magical and mysterious qualities of water and how water ca...

    • 2 hrs 5 min
    Guillermo Martinez on Building Native Instruments, Ancestral Reconnection, Prayer as Medicine, and Mentorship | #10

    Guillermo Martinez on Building Native Instruments, Ancestral Reconnection, Prayer as Medicine, and Mentorship | #10

    Guillermo Martinez is a Master Crafstman, musician, and wisdom keeper of indigenous instruments and their history from Southern California. He is the owner of Quetzacoatl Music, an instrument shop and educational resource dedicated to the distribution and preservation of sacred instruments and their history. Along with being a master craftsman of native flutes, drums, rattles, and other instruments, Guillermo is also a gifted performer, and one third of the incredibly talented...

    • 1 hr 21 min

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