The Soul Unleashed With Mike Nicholas

Mike Nicholas
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The Soul Unleashed podcast is for type-A, left-brained spiritual skeptics who know something else is out there beyond their highly organized lives, but they don't know how to find it! Join host Mike Nicholas, a recovering left-brainer who endured a painful spiritual awakening, as he leads fellow tightly-wound seekers on a journey of self-discovery. With abundant humor but a profound lack of exotic incense and strange flowers, Mike is on a mission to help others unleash their souls from the dogma and controlling beliefs that dominate their lives, and help them break through to inner peace and happiness.

  1. OCT 6

    #193 Is Christianity A Mystery School? The Exclusivity Problem That Divides The World

    This episode is for the skeptic whose rigid view of life restricts them from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm they grew up with. Mike explores one of the most provocative questions in modern spirituality: Is Christianity simply a continuation of the ancient Mystery Schools of Egypt and Greece? Mike discusses the universal archetypes, including death and rebirth, light versus darkness, and the quest for union with the divine, which have existed for thousands of years before Christ. He uses the philosophical insights of Andre Solomon and the famous conclusion of C.S. Lewis (that "Myth Became Fact") to unpack whether Christianity is a new path or the fulfillment of an ancient, universal mystery. The deeper challenge lies in what Mike calls The Exclusivity Problem, or the belief that one tradition is the "one original and exclusive valid truth," which has historically led to global conflict. Discover the "third way" to spiritual freedom: honoring your own faith while recognizing that all religions might be different "windows into the same mystery". My podcasts target left-brained types like me, whose rigid view of life restricts us from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm we either grew up with or built for ourselves. Follow my podcasts to discuss serious topics like grief, human suffering, prayer, religion, and spiritual practices. I also cover things that I used to consider craziness or "woo-woo" such as: meditation, manifestation, spiritualism, spiritual awakening, reincarnation, past-life regression, the channeling of spirits and aliens (seriously...), soul groups, astrology, and even Chinese fortune cookies! Mike Website: Mike Nicholas Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: @MikeNicholas-unleashed All Links: Mike Nicholas Links

    15 min

  2. OCT 1

    #192 St. Michael & The Problem of Victimhood: Why I Stopped Believing in a Literal Hell and Satan

    On the Feast Day of Saint Michael the Archangel, Mike dives into one of the most powerful yet problematic traditional Catholic prayers. While Saint Michael is famously known as the protector of God's armies against Satan, Mike reveals why his spiritual awakening has forced him to rethink the concept of a literal Hell and the existence of an external, literal demon. This episode takes a deep dive into the problem of victimhood: Does traditional belief leave us weak and perpetually in fear? Mike offers a radical new interpretation, transforming the traditional image of St. Michael from an external savior into a powerful archetype of inner strength and clarity. Discover the profound truth about your own soul’s infinite nature and why the real battle for your destiny is not cosmic, but entirely internal. My podcasts target left-brained types like me, whose rigid view of life restricts us from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm we either grew up with or built for ourselves. Follow my podcasts to discuss serious topics like grief, human suffering, prayer, religion, and spiritual practices. I also cover things that I used to consider craziness or "woo-woo" such as: meditation, manifestation, spiritualism, spiritual awakening, reincarnation, past-life regression, the channeling of spirits and aliens (seriously...), soul groups, astrology, and even Chinese fortune cookies! Mike Website: Mike Nicholas Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: ‪@MikeNicholas-unleashed‬ All Links: Mike Nicholas Links

    10 min

  3. SEP 17

    #191 Divine Justice: What Moses and the Bronze Snake Reveal About God's Plan

    In this powerful episode of The Soul Unleashed Podcast, host Mike Nicholas, a former left-brained skeptic, takes a deep dive into one of the most challenging and misunderstood stories in the Bible: the Bronze Snake in the desert from Numbers Chapter 21. Mike shares his struggle to reconcile the story of divine judgment with the concepts of God's perfect justice and mercy. Drawing on centuries of theological interpretation, Mike explores the commentaries of figures like Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Augustine, and the influential Protestant commentator Matthew Henry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in a philosophical, rational, and modern approach to spiritual questions, as well as those who have been stuck between logic and faith and are ready to dive into a deeper understanding. Mike also shares the image of the Bronze Serpent from the podcast: William Blake Moses and the Brazen Serpent Find Mike's book, The Soul Unleashed, now on Amazon. Mike Website: https://mikenicholas.com Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: ‪@MikeNicholas-unleashed‬ All Links: bit.ly/m/MikeNicholas-links

    15 min

  4. JUL 13

    #190 Where Is God? - A Texas Tragedy Tribute

    This episode reflects on the heartbreaking accident at a girls' camp in Texas, where lives—many of them children—were lost. I explore the deep and painful question: Why does God allow suffering? And I do it through four different lenses: Christian/Biblical Perspective – Featuring insights from C.S. Lewis and the Book of JobHumanist View – Through the eyes of Voltaire, who challenged the idea that suffering is “part of God’s plan”Spiritualist Lens – Based on the Seth Material, which sees mass events as part of the collective consciousnessEastern Philosophy – Exploring karma, impermanence, and acceptance through Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism We also travel back to the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake, another moment when religious leaders blamed the victims and used disaster to impose their beliefs, which I think is a parallel to what's happening right now. I know this podcast won’t take away anyone’s pain. But I offer it with the hope that it might provide a little light, a bit of clarity, or a reminder that you're not alone if you're wrestling with faith, loss, or meaning. My podcasts target left-brained types like me, whose rigid view of life restricts us from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm we either grew up with or built for ourselves. Follow my podcasts to discuss serious topics like grief, human suffering, prayer, religion, and spiritual practices. I also cover things that I used to consider craziness or “woo-woo” such as: meditation, manifestation, spiritualism, spiritual awakening, reincarnation, past-life regression, the channeling of spirits and aliens (seriously…), soul groups, astrology, and even Chinese fortune cookies! Mike Website: https://mikenicholas.com Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: ‪@MikeNicholas-unleashed‬ YouTube Podcast:    / @mikenicholas-unleashed   All Links: bit.ly/m/MikeNicholas-links

    29 min

  5. JUL 2

    #189 Has God Changed or Have We Changed?

    Is God the same yesterday, today, and forever… even in the face of scripture that seems to suggest otherwise? In this episode of The Soul Unleashed Podcast, I dive headfirst into one of the oldest and most unsettling spiritual questions: Has God changed, or have we simply evolved in how we understand the Divine? I wrestle with the contrast between the vengeful, sword-swinging God of the Old Testament and the loving, grace-filled Jesus of the New one. I read verses that frankly haunt me, explore what early church fathers said about God's nature, and admit where I still stumble, even after years of searching. This episode isn't a theology class or a sermon. It’s me, asking the questions I know so many of us carry quietly. If you’ve ever wondered how to reconcile justice and mercy, wrath and compassion, or scripture with your own evolving sense of truth, you’ll feel right at home in this conversation. Want more than a podcast episode? My book, The Soul Unleashed: A Left-Brained Skeptic’s Journey into Signs, Spirit, and the Afterlife, is now available on Amazon! It’s part memoir, part map, and part permission slip to explore what your soul already suspects. ???? Questions to Ponder: - Have we outgrown the image of God we inherited… or have we misunderstood it from the beginning? - Can we hold the Bible as sacred while also questioning parts of it that feel morally difficult? - What does it mean if God never changed, but we did? - Can justice and mercy truly coexist in a meaningful spiritual framework? My podcasts target left-brained types like me, whose rigid view of life restricts us from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm we either grew up with or built for ourselves. Follow my podcasts to discuss serious topics like grief, human suffering, prayer, religion, and spiritual practices.  I also cover things that I used to consider craziness or "woo-woo" such as: meditation, manifestation, spiritualism, spiritual awakening, reincarnation, past-life regression, the channeling of spirits and aliens (seriously...), soul groups, astrology, and even Chinese fortune cookies! Mike Website: https://mikenicholas.com Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: @mikenicholas-unleashed All Links: Mike Nicholas Links

    14 min

  6. APR 21

    #188 The Harrowing - Jesus Descends Into Hell

    In this special Holy Saturday episode of The Soul Unleashed Podcast, I explore a lesser-known but theologically rich event: the Harrowing of Hell—the belief that Jesus descended into the realm of the dead between His crucifixion and resurrection. Growing up in the Catholic tradition, I never gave Holy Saturday much thought. It was a quiet, in-between day—a time to dye eggs and prep Easter baskets. But recently, I came across a deeper layer to this day: an ancient teaching that Jesus didn’t rest, but descended into Sheol—a shadowy place where souls had been waiting since the beginning of time. In this episode, I reflect on: What does it mean that Jesus “descended into hell,” as stated in the Apostles’ CreedThe biblical foundations for the Harrowing, especially in 1 Peter 3 and 4The concept of Sheol, Hades, and the Bosom of AbrahamWhat early theologians like Saint Augustine and Saint Aquinas had to say about the purification of soulsThe puzzling question: If purgatory is required now, why wasn't it required then? This episode also looks at the contrast between traditional Christian theology and modern spiritual beliefs, especially around reincarnation, soul contracts, and what happens after death. Whether you embrace Catholic doctrine, explore spirituality beyond religion, or are just curious about what happened during that mysterious pause between Good Friday and Easter, this episode is an invitation to reflect on what we’ve been taught, and what might still be waiting to be uncovered. Whether you embrace Catholic doctrine, explore spirituality beyond religion, or are just curious about what happened during that mysterious pause between Good Friday and Easter, this episode is an invitation to reflect on what we’ve been taught—and what might still be waiting to be uncovered. #holyweek #theharrowing #blacksaturday #jesuschrist #jesusresurrection #harrowingofhell  My podcasts target left-brained types like me, whose rigid view of life restricts us from considering things outside the tightly organized spiritual paradigm we either grew up with or built for ourselves. Follow my podcasts to discuss serious topics like grief, human suffering, prayer, religion, and spiritual practices. I also cover things that I used to consider craziness or "woo-woo" such as: meditation, manifestation, spiritualism, spiritual awakening, reincarnation, past-life regression, the channeling of spirits and aliens (seriously...), soul groups, astrology, and even Chinese fortune cookies! Mike Website: Mike Nicholas Email: mike@mikenicholas.com YouTube Channel: @MikeNicholas-unleashed All Links: Mike Nicholas Links

    10 min

  7. APR 9

    #187 Why Are My Prayers Not Answered - Exploring how Prayer Works

    In this deeply personal and reflective episode, I explore one of the most difficult spiritual questions many of us face: Why do some prayers go unanswered, especially in our darkest moments? Through my own experience of loss, particularly the passing of my son, I’ve wrestled with this question on every level: emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually. Like many people of faith, I was taught that God hears all prayers and responds according to His divine will. But when your most heartfelt plea is met with silence, that belief can start to unravel. In this conversation, I examine two primary paradigms for understanding prayer and suffering:

    19 min

  8. APR 2

    #186 Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Exploring Theodicy and Spiritual Growth

    In this episode, I tackle a tough but necessary question: Why do bad things happen to good people? I’ve wrestled with this question personally, especially after losing my son and witnessing deep suffering in people I love. I explore what two early Church Fathers—St. Augustine and St. Gregory of Nyssa had to say about the nature of evil, suffering, and God’s role in allowing it. Their views on theodicy are profound, but they also raise questions for me. What if the purpose of suffering is soul refinement? And what if, unlike their one-lifetime view, we experience multiple lifetimes to reach that refinement? This is a personal reflection on:

    16 min
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The Soul Unleashed podcast is for type-A, left-brained spiritual skeptics who know something else is out there beyond their highly organized lives, but they don't know how to find it! Join host Mike Nicholas, a recovering left-brainer who endured a painful spiritual awakening, as he leads fellow tightly-wound seekers on a journey of self-discovery. With abundant humor but a profound lack of exotic incense and strange flowers, Mike is on a mission to help others unleash their souls from the dogma and controlling beliefs that dominate their lives, and help them break through to inner peace and happiness.

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