A Simple Life with Michael Jefferies

Michael Jefferies
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On this podcast we attempt to let go of all the subtext and social barriers that hold us back. It isn’t about being right or wrong. We’re just trying to keep it real. We're also very grateful for cover art by rickybiddle.com

  1. 03/21/2024

    #19b My Mental Healthcare Journey: From Distrust to Advocacy

    2020 was a huge year of change in my life. Not only did I begin a 12 step program of recovery from drugs and alcohol, but I took a mental healthcare journey that I talk about in this episode. And then, towards the end of the year my then-wife filed for divorce. This on top of moving back in with my parents and a global pandemic lockdown.

    18 min

  2. 03/02/2023

    #24b Two Friends and a Microphone with Daniel Bedich

    This conversation is really just two friends taking time to engage with each other on beliefs, values, and life updates. The result is a meandering interview without being boring. Resources: Alan Watts Waking Up with Sam Harris

    1h 30m

  3. 02/01/2023

    #24a The Birth of the Podcast with Daniel Bedich

    My good friend Daniel Bedich and I talk about the birth of the podcast in this episode, and how pivotal his encouragement was for me to move past talk and into action.

    10 min

  4. 01/03/2023

    #23 Hope Reger on the killing of her son

    In 2016 Hope’s son was shot and killed by a roommate, just a few days before Thanksgiving. This is Hope’s story of grief, frustration, anger, and guilt that eventually turns into a story of giving to others and becoming a friend of God. Resources: grief2hopesupport.com

    1h 33m

  5. 06/24/2022

    #22 Finding Spirituality in Improv with Michael Greenberg

    Chicago-based dermatologist and improvisational actor Michael Greenberg shares how the rules and practice of improv have enhanced his spiritual, professional, and personal life. Resources: crawlspacecomedy.com

    43 min

  6. 02/25/2022

    #21 Living on the Streets of Las Vegas with Tiffani Patlán

    Tiffani Patlán, best-selling author of Unlocking Your Ability to Heal, shares how she grew up on the streets of Las Vegas after being kicked out by her mom, survived incestuous rape, and eventually became a christian. Resources: tiffanipatlan.com

    2h 23m

  7. 11/12/2021

    #20b Behind the Scenes before the Interview

    This mini episode of the podcast gives listeners a little behind the scenes look by sharing a pre-interview conversation between Michael and his guest.

    7 min

  8. 10/09/2021

    #20a Martin Bunzl on Moral Philosophy

    In this episode I interview Martin Bunzl, a La Jolla-based author and professor of philosophy. Martin joins the podcast to promote his book, and generously engages in a conversation that ranges from philosophy to morality to environmentalism. Resources: Thinking while Walking: Reflections on the Pacific Crest Trail mbunzl.com

    1h 53m
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On this podcast we attempt to let go of all the subtext and social barriers that hold us back. It isn’t about being right or wrong. We’re just trying to keep it real. We're also very grateful for cover art by rickybiddle.com

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