The Root Element Project

Josh Koch
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  • Alternative Health

The Root Element Project is a podcast exploring spirituality, consciousness, healing arts, and the many ways people search for deeper meaning and connection. Through thoughtful conversations with spiritual experiencers, herbalists, plant-spirit practitioners, meditation teachers, energy workers, therapists, researchers, and other voices in the healing community, the podcast examines the traditions, personal experiences, and emerging ideas that shape our understanding of wellness and human transformation. The show creates space for honest, open-minded conversations while remaining grounded and respectful. Topics may include plant wisdom, meditation, shamanic traditions, sound healing, energy work, altered states of consciousness, personal transformation, and the relationship between ancient practices and modern science. The Root Element Project invites listeners to look beneath the surface, question what they have been taught, and explore the deeper roots of healing, spirituality, and human experience. The conversations are intended for education and reflection, with complementary wellness practices presented as additions to—not replacements for—professional medical or mental-health care.

Episodes

  1. Oct 7

    How a Childhood Illness Led to a Life of Intuition and Healing

    Love, not technique, is the real anchor behind intuitive healing - and Jen Goodwin proves it by showing how body wisdom, angelic guidance, and yoga can help you release what is not yours and come back to yourself. Jen, founder of Jenuine Connections, shares the raw story behind her work with angel yoga, energy healing, and spiritual guidance. From a childhood illness that forced her to listen deeply to her body, to a life-altering car accident that reshaped her understanding of presence, she explains how pain became the doorway to intuition, resilience, and a radically different relationship with healing. You’ll discover: Why Jen sees herself as a "secretary" for the messages coming throughHow the body can reveal what the mind can’tThe difference between intuition, imagination, and fearWhy spiritual growth is not always bright, positive, or comfortableHow "cord cutting" really works when you stop leaking energy into old storiesWhy angel yoga blends breath, movement, and frequency instead of forcing posesPractical ways to use breath, color, sound, and simple body checks to rebuild trust in yourselfJen also opens up about imposter syndrome, skepticism from family, and the moment she realized she was picking up other people’s energy rather than her own. She and Josh+ get into the hidden costs of carrying pain, why some truths feel relieving even when they sting, and how to work with the nervous system instead of overriding it. If you feel stuck in a dark night, disconnected from your intuition, or exhausted by trying to "fix" yourself, this conversation offers a gentler path forward. It’s an invitation to stop forcing healing and start listening for the frequency that is already yours. jenuineconnections.com

  2. Oct 1

    Why a Registered Nurse Says CBD Is More Than Just a Trend With Alice

    Can CBD, sound healing, and nursing science actually work together? Alice, a registered nurse and founder of Alice CBD, makes the case that healing is often less about choosing sides and more about filling in the gaps. What starts as a conversation about cannabinoids quickly turns into a much bigger look at the endocannabinoid system, chronic illness, and why so many people are still getting the basics of cannabis wrong. Alice shares how her own MS diagnosis changed everything, why her trip to a cannabis research conference in Colorado was a turning point, and how she now helps people navigate dosage, quality, drug interactions, and realistic expectations without the hype. We break down: The difference between hemp, CBD, THC, and other cannabinoidsWhy product quality, COAs, and milligram strength matter more than most people realizeHow CBD can fit alongside conventional care, including support for anxiety, sleep, chemo side effects, and moreWhat parents should know before considering CBD for childrenWhy some people respond better to CBG, topicals, tinctures, or suppositories depending on their goalsAlice also opens up about the sound healing practices that became deeply personal to her, from singing bowls and gongs to the surprising sensory experiences people report during sound baths. She shares stories of clients who left sessions lighter, calmer, and more able to face what was waiting for them at home. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, skeptical about holistic medicine, or curious about what a nurse with firsthand experience thinks about cannabis and healing, this episode is for you. Alice brings both clinical perspective and lived experience, making a strong case for listening to your body, asking better questions, and staying open to what actually helps. Perfect for anyone exploring CBD, holistic wellness, nervous system regulation, or the messy, human reality of healing. Guest credibility: Alice is a registered nurse and the founder of aliceCBD in Joplin, Missouri. She brings clinical experience, cannabis education, and firsthand insight from living with multiple sclerosis and helping others navigate cannabinoid-based wellness. https://alicecbd.com/

  3. Sep 22

    Why Your Mind Is Not Too Busy for Meditation

    Yoga is not a workout, Reiki is not magic, and your mind is probably not as busy as you think — your life is. Josh Coke sits down with Laken Zimmerman, founder of Joy Punk Reiki and Yoga in Joplin, Missouri, for a grounded conversation about healing, nervous system regulation, and why the first step toward feeling better is often just slowing down. Laken shares the unlikely path that led her from restaurant work and media gigs into holistic care, including the earthship home and first yoga class that changed everything. She also breaks down how a decade of practice, a COVID-era certification push, and a deep curiosity about the body led her to build Joy Punk, a business centered on accessible mind-body awareness rather than perfect poses. You’ll discover: Why yoga is really a “work-in” and how breath, movement, and meditation support greater self-awarenessWhat Reiki actually feels like in plain language, from chakra work to grounding, smudging, and intentional stillnessHow Laken blends sound healing, crystals, pendulums, and hypnotherapy into sessions that are tailored to each clientWhy breathwork activates the vagus nerve and helps shift the body out of survival modeHow practices like dream journaling, gratitude, and simple touch anchors can help integrate healing long after a session endsJosh and Laken also unpack common misconceptions about energy work, the role of discernment in the wellness world, and how to tell the difference between numbness and true regulation. Laken gets personal about the shingles experience that pushed her toward natural healing, the surprising joy she feels when others find relief, and the self-care boundaries that keep her grounded as an empath and practitioner. This conversation is for anyone who feels disconnected, overwhelmed, skeptical, or simply curious about what healing can look like without perfection or performance. If you’ve been looking for a practical, encouraging entry point into yoga, Reiki, breathwork, or conscious living, this episode offers both the philosophy and the first step. Laken is the founder of Joy Punk Reiki and Yoga and also shares beginner-friendly resources through her published books on meditation and chakra healing. If you want a reminder that your body matters, your joy matters, and healing can be both playful and profound, this one belongs on your queue.  https://www.facebook.com/share/19QJrnvdYk/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.instagram.com/joypunk_yoga_?stkn=b3F6enE3aGR4cTk2&utm_source=qr www.joplinyoga.com https://youtube.com/@joypunkyogaschool?si=SpgdCpjmdqdeaCu6

  4. Sep 17

    Why a Trauma Therapist Turned to Shamanic Healing in Crisis With Angie Fenske

    Trauma therapy and shamanic healing collide in this conversation with Angie Fenske, and the result is a surprisingly practical roadmap for getting unstuck. If you’ve ever felt trapped in the same emotional patterns, burnout, or relationship cycles, this episode shows how nature-based healing, ceremony, and clinical insight can work together to create real change.Josh sits down with Angie Fenske, founder and director of Life Journeys in Joplin, Missouri, to trace the path that took her from trauma therapist to energetic healer and teacher. Angie shares the personal crisis that led her to seek her own healing, the single energy session that pulled her out of fight-flight-freeze, and the retreat work that transformed long-held patterns she had carried for years.You'll discover: Why Angie uses stones, breath, and the Mesa as tools for emotional release and groundingHow her year-long Mesa Building program works across three retreats to shift trauma, ancestry, and identity patternsWhat makes in-person and remote energy sessions both effective, even across distanceThe Peruvian teachings behind Amaru, Jaguar, and Eagle energy, and why they matter for healingSimple grounding practices you can use right away, including earth connection, gratitude offerings, and breath workAngie also opens up about her mentors, her time in Peru, and how the collective, land-based wisdom of the Andes shaped the work she now brings to clients and retreat participants. Along the way, she explains why resilience is less about perfection and more about starting again, returning to the breath, and learning to move with life instead of resisting it. This is essential listening if you’re curious about energy work, trauma recovery, spiritual practice, or the deeper mechanics of transformation. Whether you’re looking for your own healing or simply want to understand how someone bridges clinical therapy with indigenous ceremonial traditions, Angie offers a grounded, eye-opening perspective that stays with you long after the episode ends. Newsletter https://share.hsforms.com/1AtvSjxwcTUqVnpC7yjdVRwcgwz8 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19J43iWQME/ Life Journeys https://angiefenske.com/retreats

  5. Sep 16

    The No-B******t Guide to Authenticity, Confidence, and Growth With Rebel Yogi Satya

    authenticity is harder than it sounds, especially when ego, conditioning, and spiritual performance pull us away from the truth. Rebel Yogi Satya says the real work isn’t becoming more polished—it’s becoming more honest. Fitness coach, author, Reiki practitioner  Performing Growth—Start Living It Radicalner, and yoga teacher Satya joins Josh to discuss living without apology, ditching spiritual bypassing, and stopping the habit of bullshitting yourself. From full-contact Chinese kickboxing and marathon running to yoga, life coaching, and a powerful awakening experience, Satya shares the winding path that shaped his grounded approach to personal growth. In this conversation, you’ll discover: Why being spiritual isn’t the same as being presentHow meditation and breathwork can help regulate emotionsThe difference between pain and sufferingWhy confidence comes from owning what you know—not faking certaintyHow to recognize genuine personal growthWhy humor may be one of the most underrated tools for healingSatya also explores the role of the “witness” in yoga, the importance of self-awareness over perfection, and how challenge, discomfort, and failure can contribute to real transformation. This conversation is for misfits, seekers, and anyone tired of polished advice that doesn’t hold up in the real world. It’s funny, direct, grounded, and unexpectedly wise. Rebel Yogi Satya is a New York and New Jersey-based fitness and wellness coach, author, yoga teacher, and Reiki practitioner known for his radical authenticity and practical approach to spirituality. He is the author of Enlighten the F Up, a book for people who want truth without the fluff. Perfect for anyone ready to stop performing growth and start living it. Listen now.  Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: GHDLZVFOOXKKDELJ, F4H1FVQJ1WSHX6TT Website https://etfu.fun Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rebelyogisatya2?stkn=MTd4N3NvY2N3dmNwYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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About

The Root Element Project is a podcast exploring spirituality, consciousness, healing arts, and the many ways people search for deeper meaning and connection. Through thoughtful conversations with spiritual experiencers, herbalists, plant-spirit practitioners, meditation teachers, energy workers, therapists, researchers, and other voices in the healing community, the podcast examines the traditions, personal experiences, and emerging ideas that shape our understanding of wellness and human transformation. The show creates space for honest, open-minded conversations while remaining grounded and respectful. Topics may include plant wisdom, meditation, shamanic traditions, sound healing, energy work, altered states of consciousness, personal transformation, and the relationship between ancient practices and modern science. The Root Element Project invites listeners to look beneath the surface, question what they have been taught, and explore the deeper roots of healing, spirituality, and human experience. The conversations are intended for education and reflection, with complementary wellness practices presented as additions to—not replacements for—professional medical or mental-health care.

Information

  • Creator
    Josh Koch
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Josh Koch
  • Show Website
    The Root Element Project