DFD #9 | Spiritual Practice Meets Real Relationships w/ Zoë Kors & Andrew

In this episode of Deep Funny Dirty, Adam and Aiua sit down with Zoë and Andrew to explore what happens when spirituality meets real-life relationship.

Their story begins with an unexpected connection. After more than a decade single, Zoë met Andrew online and was intrigued by his background in Zen training and the grounded way he approached communication, boundaries, and partnership. What followed was a relationship shaped not by fantasy, but by practice.

Together they discuss how Buddhist principles, mindfulness, and personal responsibility influence the way they navigate intimacy, conflict, and growth as a couple. The conversation moves through topics like emotional regulation, compassion, and the ways spiritual practice can show up in everyday life rather than just on a meditation cushion.

They also explore how anger, dopamine, and human psychology influence our behavior, and how awareness can transform reactive patterns into opportunities for understanding. From road rage to relationship conflict, the discussion looks at how mindfulness can interrupt the cycle of suffering and open space for compassion.

Along the way, Zoë and Andrew reflect on balancing personal goals, health challenges, aging, and the ongoing work of supporting each other while still maintaining individual paths.

Connect with Zoë Kors

Website | ZoeKors.com

Retreat | Emergence

Podcast | Radical Intimacy

Book | Radical Intimacy

Connect with Aiua Wild

IG | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@SensuousRevival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FB | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@ReviveYoSenses⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Adam Riehl

IG | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AdamRiehlHealing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

FB | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AdamRiehlHealing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AdamRiehlHealing.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Intro Song | ⁠⁠Borderless by Luke Rain & Cello Joe