Soulture

Tim Doyle
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Soulture explores healing, transformation, creativity, mindset, and the deeper questions of what it means to become fully alive. Through conversations with thinkers, athletes, artists, psychologists, and storytellers, the show is rooted in one core belief: the relationship with self is the most important to develop, but the easiest to neglect.

  1. 6D AGO

    #115 - Steven Pressfield - Why We Resist The Work We’re Meant To Do

    Steven Pressfield shares what it feels like to spend decades pursuing work that the world refuses to validate before finally becoming who he knew he always was. We talk about resistance, self-sabotage, obsession, loneliness, and the quiet moments that keep you going when nothing seems to be working. This conversation also explores the difference between chasing external success and finding work that genuinely makes you feel alive, and why creating may be the most important thing that keeps us connected to ourselves. Timestamps: 00:00 How A Cat Helped Steven Pressfield Realize He Could Build A Meaningful Life As A Writer 02:57 Why Steven Pressfield Couldn’t Throw Away His Dream Of Writing 04:36 The “Shadow Activities” That kept Steven From Becoming A Writer 06:11 What Driving Tractor Trailers Taught Steven Pressfield About Discipline & Creativity 08:46 How White Collar Culture Helped Steven Realize He Was Creative 10:47 The Moment Steven Pressfield Decided To Pursue Writing Seriously 13:31 Living Out Of A Chevy Van While Chasing The Dream Of Becoming A Writer 14:32 Becoming A Screenwriter 17:39 “Write What You Don’t Know” - The Creative Breakthrough That Changed Everything 22:30 “I Would Sit Down Crazy & Get Up Sane” - How Writing Became Therapy 24:07 The Danger Of Obsessing Over Timelines Instead Of Mastering Your Craft 29:33 What Success Actually Felt Like After Decades Of Rejection & Resistance 31:49 Family Pressure & The Unconscious Drive To Prove Yourself 33:43 Steven Pressfield Breaks Down Resistance & The War Of Art Philosophy 40:17 What Happens When You Ignore Your Creative Calling For Too Long 43:18 The Burden Of Becoming A Mentor After Writing The War Of Art 45:08 Steven Pressfield’s Philosophy On The Muse 49:12 Losing His Home In The Palisades Fires & Rebuilding His Life 50:47 Discovering He Was Jewish At 13 & Feeling Like An Outsider 55:06 Why Intellectual Work Gets Better With Age & Steven’s new novel, The Arcadian 56:53 Parting Words Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    59 min

  2. MAY 13

    #114 - James McCrae - Why Modern Creativity Feels So Empty & How To Create Meaningful Work Again

    James McCrae reframes creativity as something felt in the body, not manufactured in the mind. He explores how the internet reshaped modern creativity, why memes became a powerful vehicle for ideas, and why some of the deepest creative breakthroughs come through pain, stillness, and uncertainty. We also explore poetry, intuition, and the hidden tension between creating for expression versus creating for attention. Timestamps:  00:00 Art vs. Content 05:11 The Hedonic Treadmill Of Online Creativity 11:49 Feeling Like An Outsider 15:01 Impact Of Your Environment 18:25 Discovering Poetry 25:36 The Next Steps Of James' Creative Journey 31:14 Corporate Creativity vs. Personal Creativity 34:18 Combining Creativity & Ambition In NYC 36:56 The Backstory Behind James' First Book 46:25 The Turning Point 50:26 Richard Dawkins & Memes 56:11 Creativity Is A Purge 1:00:47 The Impact Of Pain On Creativity 1:04:02 Becoming A Father 1:06:21 Turning Creativity Into Language 1:10:11 The Death Of Who You Used To Be 1:13:03 Connect With James McCrae Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    1h 15m

  3. MAY 6

    #113 - Brian Costello - Building A New World Through Story & Spirit

    Brian Costello challenges the way we’ve been conditioned to think about progress by arguing that the systems we rely on for change may be the very things holding us back. Years of chasing performance, growth, and measurable success begin to crack, exposing how much of what we chase is inherited rather than chosen. Instead of trying to fix it within the same framework, Brian turns to fiction writing and the art of world-building as a way to reimagine what life could look like. He uses story not just to explain new ideas, but to make them real enough to feel, question, and ultimately pursue.  Timestamps:  00:00 New Earth Explorer 08:09 Tapping Into The Spiritual, But Staying Grounded In The Physical 23:34 Focusing On Primordial 30:13 Why Fiction Can Be Better Than Non-Fiction Writing  34:32 The Importance Of Storytelling 43:32 Using Fiction To Hide Behind New Ideas 46:57 The Plot Of Brian's Book, 'The Primordial Code' 52:54 Living In Costa Rica 59:28 The Mission To Bring A Fictional World To Real Life 1:08:26 The Impact That Brian's Brother Danny Has Had On Him 1:15:45 Connect With Brian Costello  Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    1h 19m

  4. APR 29

    #112 - Tim Doyle - Why Most People Quit Too Early: The Passion Product Paradigm

    Most people quit way too early—not because it’s not working, but because it’s not working yet. There’s a gap between what you put in and what you get back, and if you don’t understand that gap, you’ll quit something that was actually working. In this episode, I break down what I call the Passion Product Paradigm: why passion comes first, how it builds a better product over time, and why results always lag behind. This is about staying on the path long enough for things to finally catch up. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    22 min

  5. APR 22

    #111 - Dr. Sean Mackey - Why Your Brain Keeps You In Pain (And How To Break Free)

    Dr. Sean Mackey reframes pain as more than a simple signal from injury by showing how it’s shaped by the brain, perception, and experience. He breaks down why chronic pain can persist even after the body heals, and how our understanding of it has been oversimplified for centuries. This conversation offers a clearer, more empowering way to understand pain and what it actually takes to reclaim your life. Timestamps:  00:00 Pains As An Experience, Not A Feeling 01:07 Nociception & Pain 06:20 Seeing The Brain As Separate From The Body 08:53 Dr. Mackey's Background 20:25 The Most Common Types Of Pain  22:15 The Process For Helping People 28:39 Hurt vs. Harm 40:38 What Makes You More Susceptible To Experiencing Chronic Pain 45:36 Experiencing Pain, But No Physical Issues 54:07 Placebos & Pain 1:03:32 The Importance Of Language When Talking About Pain 1:07:13 The Future Pain Care 1:11:53 Parting Words  Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    1h 13m

  6. APR 15

    #110 - David Sutcliffe - He Had Everything In Hollywood, Then Walked Away

    David Sutcliffe opens up about walking away from Hollywood after achieving the very success most people spend their lives chasing. He unpacks the illusion behind fame, the emotional cost of performance, and why intuition has guided every major pivot in his life. This is a raw conversation about identity, truth, and the courage to choose a path that actually feels real. Timestamps:  00:00 How Herniated Discs Launched David's Acting Career 03:53 Pursuing Acting Full-Time 12:48 Parents' Impact On Acting & Life 15:57 Being Performative & Finding What Makes You Feel Alive 18:38 The Deeper Meaning Of Playing Christopher Hayden 27:00 "I Don't Want This." 34:10 Giving Up Acting 40:24 Explaining Core Energetics 47:57 David's Personal Experiences With This Work 51:16 Living In Isolation 54:50 Relationship With Faith 57:49 What The Future Holds 1:03:48 Connect With David Sutcliffe Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    1h 5m

  7. APR 8

    #109 - Tim Doyle - What Gnaws At You? — A Better Way To Find Your Direction In Life

    There’s a difference between ideas that come and go and the ones that don’t leave you alone. They’re the ones that keep showing up quietly over time. The question is: what gnaws at you? This explores how to recognize that feeling, why it matters more than the goals you think you want, and how following it can change the direction of your life. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    17 min

  8. APR 2

    #108 - Dr. Nate Zinsser - How To Build Unshakable Confidence Under Pressure

    Dr. Nate Zinsser reveals that confidence is not about becoming more, but about recognizing, reinforcing, and trusting what is already there. He breaks down how your thoughts shape your physiology, why nerves are a performance asset, and how imagination wires future success. From elite athletes to everyday performers, this conversation explores the hidden systems behind belief, resilience, and showing up at your best when it matters most. Timestamps: 00:00 Is Dr. Zinsser The Most Confident Guy In The Room? 01:12 The Big Misconception On Confidence 03:01 Unlocking What's Already Within 04:30 Synthesizing Information So People Can Apply It 09:12 Not Attaching Confidence To Others 12:40 The Relationship Between Arrogance, Confidence, & Humility 17:17 Mind-Body-Performance Connection 25:53 Improving Your Nervous System & The Importance Of Plateaus 31:24 Upgrading Your Mental Filtering 38:51 Why You Need To Be Envisioning  46:01 Relationship Between Confidence & Delusion 50:22 Externalizing Failure Instead Of Internalizing It 52:22 A Lack Of Confidence Is Conformity 55:34 Connect With Dr. Nate Zinsser  Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening. I truly appreciate your time and support. Let me know what you thought of the episode and what you would like to see in the future. Any feedback would be awesome. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting content on YouTube, and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or whatever platform you are listening on. Connect with me below: Instagram: Tim Doyle Youtube: Soulture

    58 min
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Soulture explores healing, transformation, creativity, mindset, and the deeper questions of what it means to become fully alive. Through conversations with thinkers, athletes, artists, psychologists, and storytellers, the show is rooted in one core belief: the relationship with self is the most important to develop, but the easiest to neglect.

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  • Creator
    Tim Doyle
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Soulture
  • Show Website
    Soulture

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