100 episodes

A podcast delving into plants, plant medicine, consciousness, holistic health, wellness, and myriad related topics. Hosted by Jason Grechanik.

This podcast was created to give voice to the doctors, shamans, guides, facilitators, visionaries, anthropologists, linguists, researchers, and wisdom-keepers working on the ground day in and day out within their respective fields.

The Universe Within Podcast Jason Grechanik

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 90 Ratings

A podcast delving into plants, plant medicine, consciousness, holistic health, wellness, and myriad related topics. Hosted by Jason Grechanik.

This podcast was created to give voice to the doctors, shamans, guides, facilitators, visionaries, anthropologists, linguists, researchers, and wisdom-keepers working on the ground day in and day out within their respective fields.

    Ep. 136 - Max Monge Quineche - Ayahuasca, Shipibo, Psychotherapy, & Myth

    Ep. 136 - Max Monge Quineche - Ayahuasca, Shipibo, Psychotherapy, & Myth

    Hey everybody! Episode 136 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Max Monge Quineche. I met Max a couple of years ago in a shared temazcal in the Sacred Valley of Peru. I was impressed by his presence in the space and out and got to know him a bit and learn of his work with ayahuasca and the Shipibo. So it was a pleasure to finally sit down and speak with him on the podcast after a few years time. We spoke about his background and coming to plant medicines at an early age, his challenges, the plant dieta, knowledge and wisdom, Western and indigenous cosmovisions, family constellation, and much more. I was really impressed by his wisdom and I think his work with plants really shows in how and what he expresses. For those interested in ayahuasca and plant medicine work, I think this is one of the more informative talks you’ll find. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    This episode is sponsored by Real Mushrooms. As listeners, visit their website to enjoy a discount of 25% off your first order: https://www.realmushrooms.com/universe

    To learn more about or contact Max, visit his Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/casa_doctor/

    To view the recent documentary about us, Sacred Tobacco, visit: https://youtu.be/KB0JEQALI_w

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Ontario, Canada in August (SOLD OUT) and in the Sacred Valley of Peru in November. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

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    • 2 hr 22 min
    Ep. 135 - Tony Moss - Ayahuasca, Music, & Myth

    Ep. 135 - Tony Moss - Ayahuasca, Music, & Myth

    Hey everybody! Episode 135 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Tony Moss. I had known about Tony for a while and, as we spoke about in the show, he came to this plant medicine work over 35 years ago. We sat down and spoke about his life, his career in music, his work with ayahuasca and how that shaped his music into medicine music, his learning with different indigenous traditions, his path in bridging these traditions with Western traditions, and the role of elders. I was really happy to have Tony on to share in his wisdom and I think you all will get a lot out of this episode. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    This episode is sponsored by Real Mushrooms. As listeners, visit their website to enjoy a discount of 25% off your first order: https://www.realmushrooms.com/universe

    To learn more about or contact Tony, visit his website at: https://www.tonymoss.me/

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Ontario, Canada in August (SOLD OUT) and in the Sacred Valley of Peru in November. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

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    • 1 hr 41 min
    Ep. 134 - Shonagh Home - Mushrooms, Faeries, Celts, & Logos

    Ep. 134 - Shonagh Home - Mushrooms, Faeries, Celts, & Logos

    Hey everybody! Episode 134 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Shonagh Home. I found out that Shonagh is a mutual friend of mine, Cathy Coyle, who I also had on the podcast and have a lot of respect for. So having Shonagh on was a real pleasure. Shonagh recently published a really good book called Poetic Whispers. We spoke about her book as well as her background, her initiation into mushrooms, plant medicines, her study of the Celts, her transmission of poetry, natural law and logic, as well as many other topics. It was a really beautiful and deep conversation and I’m sure you all will gain a lot from her wisdom. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    This episode is sponsored by Real Mushrooms. As listeners, visit their website to enjoy a discount of 25% off your first order: https://www.realmushrooms.com/universe

    To learn more about or contact Shonagh, including her book, visit her website at: https://shonaghhome.com

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Porto Covo, Portugal in May, and Ontario, Canada (SOLD OUT) in August. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

    https://www.facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcast
    https://www.instagram.com/UniverseWithinPodcast

    • 2 hr 44 min
    Ep. 133 - Greg Wrenn - Author, Ayahuasca, PTSD, & Nature

    Ep. 133 - Greg Wrenn - Author, Ayahuasca, PTSD, & Nature

    Hey everybody! Episode 133 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Greg Wrenn. Greg reached out to me as he’s just published his book, Mothership. It was a pleasure to have Greg on and share about his book, his background, his working with and overcoming PTSD, how he found healing with ayahuasca, and his connection to nature, especially the coral reefs. Greg has a beautiful story and we had a really good conversation about these topics. I trust you all will gain a lot from this episode. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    To learn more about or contact Greg, including his book, visit his website at: https://www.gregwrenn.com

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Porto Covo, Portugal in May, and Ontario, Canada (SOLD OUT) in August. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

    https://www.facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcast
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    • 1 hr 54 min
    Ep. 132 - Janeth Jaramillo - Ayahuasca, Wachuma, & Buddhism

    Ep. 132 - Janeth Jaramillo - Ayahuasca, Wachuma, & Buddhism

    Hey everybody! Episode 132 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Janeth Jaramillo. Janeth and I met about 12 years ago when we were both working at the Amazonian ayahuasca center the Temple of the Way of Light. Janeth was the head of the permaculture program. We spoke about that as well as her interest and experience working with ayahuasca, huachuma (San Pedro), and the intersection of plant medicine practices with Buddhism. I really enjoyed catching up with Janeth and having her share. She’s been around this work for a long time and has a lot of experience and wisdom to share. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    This episode is sponsored by Real Mushrooms. As listeners, visit their website to enjoy a discount of 25% off your first order: https://www.realmushrooms.com/universe
    To learn more about or contact Janeth, visit her website at: https://pachanoiretreats.com

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Porto Covo, Portugal in May, and Ontario, Canada (SOLD OUT) in August. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

    https://www.facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcast
    https://www.instagram.com/UniverseWithinPodcast

    • 2 hr 12 min
    Ep. 131 - Steve Farrell - Consciousness and A New Universal Dream

    Ep. 131 - Steve Farrell - Consciousness and A New Universal Dream

    Hey everybody! Episode 131 of the show is out. In this episode, I spoke with Steve Farrell. Steve is an interesting guy who was drawn to his path after a spiritual awakening of sorts. He has had a long collaboration with Neale Donald Walsch who wrote a very popular book called Conversations with God. Steve started a really good online streaming service called Humanity Steam focusing on transformational education collaborating with many luminaries. We sat down and spoke about his past, consciousness, his new book, his education passion, and concepts of spirituality in general. I hope you all gain something from this episode. As always, to support this podcast, get early access to shows, bonus material, and Q&As, check out my Patreon page below. Enjoy!

    To learn more about or contact Steve, visit his websites at: https://www.stevefarrell.org and https://www.humanitysteam.org

    If you enjoy the show, it would be a big help if you could share it with your own audiences via social media or word of mouth. And please Subscribe or Follow and if you can go on Apple Podcasts and leave a starred-rating and a short review. That would be super helpful with the algorithms and getting this show out to more people. Thank you in advance!

    I will be guiding our next plant medicine dietas with my colleague Merav Artzi (who I interviewed in episode 28) in Porto Covo, Portugal in May, and Ontario, Canada (SOLD OUT) in August. If you would like more information about joining us and the work I do, visit my site at:
    https://www.NicotianaRustica.org

    To book an integration call with me, visit: https://jasongrechanik.setmore.com

    If you are able to and would like to donate to the show to help out with new content that would be deeply appreciated. For just a few dollars a month you can subscribe through Patreon and it gives you some really nice added benefits like early access to shows, bonus episodes, and a chance to ask personalized questions.

    To support this podcast on Patreon, visit:
    https://www.patreon.com/UniverseWithin  

    Join this channel on YouTube to get access to perks:
    https://bit.ly/YTPerks

    To donate directly with PayPal:
    https://www.paypal.me/jasongrechanik 

    Thanks and until the next episode!

    https://www.facebook.com/UniverseWithinPodcast
    https://www.instagram.com/UniverseWithinPodcast

    • 1 hr 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
90 Ratings

90 Ratings

merci-meditates ,

Finally guidance 🙏🏻

This is exactly the type of podcast I’ve been searching for. I’ve been working with plant medicine for about 8 years. I’ve always felt there was a gap in the integration process and it’s great to have someone who can speak so clearly and articulately about these topics. His website is also a great source for information.

Grace2255 ,

This Podcast Changed My Life

I am eternally grateful for this podcast! 🙏🏼 If you’re looking for support and understanding after an ayahuasca ceremony, I highly recommend this podcast for one of your top resources on “all things ayahuasca”. 💔❤️‍🩹❤️🤍 Thank you Jason for all the heart you’ve put into this! 🙏🏼 (P.S. If you benefit from this, please consider supporting Jason through Patreon.) 😊

Fc1531 ,

Fantastic Podcast About Spirituality, Medicine Work, and Personal Development

Jason is a fantastic interviewer and has a range of very interesting guests. The people he brings on the show are deep thinkers and actually experienced people with diverse interests and backgrounds. I especially appreciate his interviews with maestros and curanderos, it is rare to get to hear their perspectives cosmovisions directly. This is a tremendous podcast that I highly recommend to anyone looking to take a deeper step into learning about various spiritual and medicine traditions.

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