What happens when medical science meets mediumship? In this powerful and deeply human episode of The Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott sits down with Nick Lodato, an ICU nurse practitioner who also happens to be a gifted psychic medium. Nick shares his extraordinary journey of discovering his intuitive and mediumistic abilities at a young age, initially mistaking them for anxiety. Through years of working in intensive care, including during COVID, Nick witnessed life, death, and the soul’s transition firsthand, offering him a rare perspective that bridges Western medicine and spiritual understanding. Nick also opens up about his early struggles, hearing voices as a child, and finding guidance through legendary mentor Pat Longo, whose teachings continue to influence his work today. The conversation demystifies mediumship, reframes spiritual sensitivity, and invites listeners to consider that we may all be more intuitive than we realize. As always, the episode closes with Drop the Needle’s signature music segment, where Nick shares the songs that shaped his life, healed his heart, and connected him more deeply to his purpose. As always, the episode closes with Drop the Needle’s signature music segment, where Nick shares the songs that shaped his life, healed his heart, and connected him more deeply to his purpose. ✨ Whether you’re spiritually curious, navigating grief, or simply wondering what exists beyond the physical world, this episode offers compassion, insight, and hope. TakeawaysNick Lodato discovered his psychic abilities as a child.Anxiety can often be a sign of intuition trying to communicate.Mediumship can provide healing and comfort to those grieving.Personal experiences in the ICU can reveal the soul's transition.People often leave medium sessions feeling lighter and relieved.It's important to reach out to loved ones while you can.Everyone has the ability to connect with the spiritual realm.Teaching and mentorship are vital in the mediumship community.Demystifying mediumship helps normalize spiritual experiences.Music has the power to unite and inspire positive change. Sound bites"This isn't just another interview show.""What happens when medical science meets mediumship?""Sometimes what we call anxiety is intuition.""You see so many things.""People leave sessions feeling lighter.""Everyone has that ability on some level.""If you're thinking of somebody, text them.""Where there's light, there's dark.""The more it gets out there, the more normal it is.""Songs can change the way people think positively." Chapters 00:00 – Opening & Show IntroWelcome to Drop the Needle Podcast + setting the tone for science, spirituality, and consciousness. 01:40 – Meet Nick Lodato: ICU Nurse & Psychic MediumNick’s introduction and the unique intersection of medical science and mediumship. 03:00 – Growing Up With Anxiety That Was Actually IntuitionNick shares how childhood anxiety was the early awakening of his psychic sensitivity. 06:30 – Working in the ICU Through Death, Trauma & COVIDWhat it’s like to witness death daily—and how it shaped Nick’s spiritual understanding. 11:00 – What Really Happens When a Soul Leaves the BodyNick explains sensing soul transitions and the profound peace he feels in those moments. 16:45 – The Role of Spiritual Healing for Families Left BehindWhy grief lives with the living—and how spirit communication helps with healing. 21:30 – Psychic Therapy: Healing Through Messages & MeaningWhy readings are about emotional healing, not predictions. 26:10 – Living Two Worlds: Medicine & MediumshipHow Nick balances being a medical professional while honoring his spiritual gifts. 31:00 – Childhood Fear, Hearing Voices & Finding a MentorNick’s early experiences and meeting Pat Longo at age 17. 36:45 – Pat Longo’s Legacy & Being Featured in Her BookHonoring Pat Longo and the impact of The Gifts Beneath Your Anxiety. 41:30 – Mental Health vs Spiritual SensitivityWhere misdiagnosis happens—and why discernment matters. 46:20 – Tools of the Trade: Grounding, Shielding & Energy HygieneNick breaks down the practical techniques he uses daily. 49:30 – Gallery Readings, Spirit Humor & Memorable MessagesStories from live readings—including the unforgettable “Santa Claus spirit.” 55:45 – Mentorship, Teaching & Continuing the WorkNick’s vision for community, education, and training future intuitives. 58:50 – Music & the Soul: Songs That Shaped Nick’s LifeThe podcast’s signature music segment begins. 01:03:25 – A Song for His Mother & Deep GratitudeNick shares a powerful song tied to his healing journey. 01:04:20 – Final Thoughts & How to Connect With NickClosing reflections and contact details.
