Sex, Psychics, & Psychedelics

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IGNITING HEART INTELLIGENCE and CREATIVE NEW perspectives , inviting AUTHENTICITY and celebrating INNER LIBERATION… these conversations are for YOU - designed to help you find your path, follow your bliss, and cultivate a life of GREATER CONNECTION .. WE ARE THE MEDICINE! Join Jane Garnett's adventures into the salacious and the spiritual, including talks with idiosyncratic healers — like the psychic who talks to both sides of congress, the hairdresser who discovered she could talk with dead people through sister braids, the death doula who uses 5 MEO DMT to release spirits, the former Meth addict artist who was healed by Iboga, a Tantric sex-cult leader, and a Trans sex worker with surprising insights into what people are really looking for.   Throughout these intimate conversations, Banana Jane brings in her own experience as an Oxford academic, a licensed psychologist, a filmmaker, and an explorer of humanity.

  1. 07/31/2025 · BONUS

    LEVELING UP IN RELATIONSHIP - America's Favorite Couple

    Experts Jane Garnett, LMFT & Dr. Theodora Harvey, MFT discuss what it takes to go NEXT LEVEL in intimate relationships with insights, tips, and techniques. Dr Harvey and her husband are contestants in the search for "America's favorite Couple" - a national competition celebrating love and supporting two great causes: Oceana, protecting the world's ocean, and the LA Foodbank. As married couple therapists who co-founded Harvey Center for Relationships, and specialize in supporting couples thrive, Theodora and her Husband are pros who walk their talk. **please forgive glitches- this piece is a collection of excerpts from an intimate cacao and chat session between two old friends and colleagues The following is an outline of the Repair Dialogue, a technique mentioned in the podcast, for you and your partner to practice after a break or Recess to repair a rupture. You and your partner finish the following sentences and take turns listening to each other's responses. "My contribution to the nightmare (argument) was ..." "What I did to make this nightmare (argument) worse was ..." "What I could have done differently ..." "What I will do differently next time is ..." The above directions provide not only a foolproof way to reconnect, but has a positive side effect - it causes maturity. Speak only about yourself. Say nothing about your partner. If you can change your own behavior you can change the conditions of your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    28 min
  2. 04/23/2025

    GETTING CONFIDENCE & BEAUTY BACK with Josie Keys

    In this conversation, Jane Garnett and Josie Keys explore the themes of embodiment, women's empowerment, and the journey of self-discovery through practices like yoga and dance. They discuss the cultural perspectives on embodiment, the importance of presence in modern life, and the role of Shakti as a source of feminine energy. The conversation delves into the connection between happiness and healing, the distinction between inner and outer beauty, and the significance of commitment to self-care in achieving personal fulfillment. In this engaging conversation, Jane Garnett and Josie Keys explore the intersection of the masculine and feminine energies, the importance of commitment and vulnerability, and the transformative power of dance and sensuality. They discuss how following one's bliss can lead to unexpected opportunities and the significance of activating the womb as a source of creativity and joy. The conversation delves into breaking societal taboos, understanding low self-worth, and the teachings of love exemplified by figures like Mary Magdalene. Josie shares her experiences with belly dance as a devotional practice and its role in trauma release, while also inviting listeners to a retreat focused on Tantric dance and connection with nature. The discussion culminates in a vision for the future of sacred union and the importance of love in healing. takeaways 00:00 Introduction to Embodiment and Women's Empowerment 05:53 Cultural Perspectives on Embodiment 09:00 The Role of Presence in Modern Life 11:51 Teaching and Learning: The Path to Empowerment 14:58 Understanding Shakti and Its Impact on Beauty 17:58 The Connection Between Happiness and Healing 21:03 Inner vs. Outer Beauty: A Modern Dilemma 24:02 Commitment to Self: The Key to Self-Care 28:30 The Power of Following Your Bliss 29:42 Activating the Womb: The Dance of Joy and Creativity 32:19 Using Sensuality as a Guidance System 34:40 Breaking Taboos: The Power of Language and Healing 35:43 Understanding Low Self-Worth in Humanity 37:38 The Teachings of Love: Mary Magdalene's Influence 39:11 Belly Dance as a Devotional Practice 41:33 The Importance of the Second Chakra 44:31 Releasing Trauma Through Dance 46:14 Retreating to Nature: A Tantric Dance Experience 49:23 The Future of Sacred Union: Healing Through Connection 52:24 The Heart Party: Emanating Joy and Creativity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    55 min
  3. 04/17/2025

    BIRDS, BEES & FANTASTIC FUNGI - VISUAL HEALING with Louis Schwartzberg

    In this conversation, Louis Schwartzberg discusses the concept of visual healing, emphasizing the medicinal qualities of beauty and nature. He shares insights on how psychedelics influenced his artistic vision and the importance of observation in appreciating the world around us. The discussion also covers the environmental significance of fungi, the benefits of mushroom supplements, and the spiritual aspects of gratitude in storytelling. In this conversation, Louie and Jane explore the transformative power of gratitude, the healing potential of dance, and the profound impact of beauty in art and healing spaces. They discuss how gratitude can shift perspectives and enhance emotional well-being, the role of dance in physical and mental health, and the importance of creating immersive experiences that engage the senses. Louie shares his vision for the future of art and healing, emphasizing the need for beauty to be used as a tool for connection and rejuvenation. takeaways Beauty is medicine and can heal us. Psychedelics can open new perspectives on life. Nature serves as a profound teacher. Observation enhances our appreciation of beauty. Beauty can be a lens to view the world differently. Fungi play a crucial role in environmental health. Mushroom supplements offer various health benefits. Psychedelics should be approached with reverence. Gratitude is tied to values and community. Art can channel the rhythms of life. Gratitude is a personal practice that can shift perspectives. Authenticity in gratitude is essential for it to be effective. Dance serves as a powerful tool for healing and connection. Beauty engages audiences and can be a healing force. Immersive experiences enhance the healing potential of art. Creating choice in healing spaces empowers patients. Art can rejuvenate both body and soul. The future of healing may involve technology and nature. Gratitude helps us appreciate the little things in life. Beauty can be used in loving or unloving ways. titles Exploring Visual Healing with Louis Schwartzberg The Healing Power of Beauty and Nature Psychedelics: A Gateway to Artistic Vision Nature's Wisdom: Lessons from the Earth The Art of Observation in Healing Sound Bites "Beauty is medicine." "Psychedelics opened me up to life." "Nature is my greatest teacher." "I channel rhythms and patterns of life." "Fungi are the master strategists." "Mushrooms want to help us heal." "Gratitude is about values." "It's easy and fast to practice gratitude." "Beauty has been hijacked to sell products." "Healing can come from visual experiences." "Art can rejuvenate your body and soul." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Visual Healing 05:00 The Medicine of Beauty 07:06 Psychedelics and Artistic Vision 10:06 Nature as a Teacher 11:56 The Practice of Observation 13:50 Beauty as a Lens 15:09 Fantastic Fungi and Environmental Awareness 16:56 The Future of Fungi Documentaries 18:56 Mushroom Supplements and Their Benefits 24:03 Psychedelic Mushrooms and Consciousness 26:58 Gratitude Revealed and Personal Stories 29:09 The Power of Gratitude 34:50 Dance as a Healing Modality 39:11 Exploring Beauty and Its Impact 44:40 Beauty in Healing Spaces 51:40 Future Visions of Art and Healing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    53 min
4.8
out of 5
30 Ratings

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IGNITING HEART INTELLIGENCE and CREATIVE NEW perspectives , inviting AUTHENTICITY and celebrating INNER LIBERATION… these conversations are for YOU - designed to help you find your path, follow your bliss, and cultivate a life of GREATER CONNECTION .. WE ARE THE MEDICINE! Join Jane Garnett's adventures into the salacious and the spiritual, including talks with idiosyncratic healers — like the psychic who talks to both sides of congress, the hairdresser who discovered she could talk with dead people through sister braids, the death doula who uses 5 MEO DMT to release spirits, the former Meth addict artist who was healed by Iboga, a Tantric sex-cult leader, and a Trans sex worker with surprising insights into what people are really looking for.   Throughout these intimate conversations, Banana Jane brings in her own experience as an Oxford academic, a licensed psychologist, a filmmaker, and an explorer of humanity.