Is the secret to fulfillment hidden in the ordinary? What if the chase for the extraordinary is actually holding us back? In this episode, Dr. Ron Siegel and Dr. B Tierney explore the psychology of idealization, identity, masculinity, and self-acceptance , diving deep into how mindfulness and compassion reshape our understanding of healing, relationships, and meaning. 💡 The trap of idealization —why putting others (or yourself) on a pedestal leads to suffering 💡 Masculinity, narcissism, and th...
Mar 05, 2025•2 hr 46 min•Season 2Ep. 28
What if the secrets of consciousness lie within the energy dynamics of our cells? 🤔 In this mind-expanding episode, we dive into the fascinating world of biophysics with Dr. Jack Tuszynski, a pioneering computational biophysicist. From the microscopic dance of mitochondria and microtubules to the mind-bending potential of quantum entanglement in evolution, we explore the profound connections between energy, biology, and consciousness.Key Topics:💡 Mitochondria & Biophotons – How cellular po...
Feb 19, 2025•2 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 27
What if 'play' held the key to unlocking mental and emotional healing? 🤔 Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of play, identity, and mental health with renowned clinician and author Dr. Ross Ellenhorn. Why Listen to This Episode? ✅ This episode offers a fresh perspective on well-being, exploring everything from the importance of rites of passage for young men to innovative approaches to psychosis. ✅ We examine how language shapes our identities, the concept of the "docile...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 26
"Step into the world of healing as clinical psychotherapist Zahra Adloo unveils her transformative journey through trauma, addiction, and the life-changing potential of Ibogaine’s plant medicine." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Zahra Adloo, a clinical psychotherapist and trauma specialist, to explore the transformative potential of Ibogaine—a powerful plant medicine used to heal trauma and addiction. Zahra courageously shares her personal journey of overcoming ...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 25
🌟 Welcome to Season 2! 🌟 We’re launching this season with an inspiring reflection on growth and transformation. Let’s explore what’s worked, what needs to evolve, and how we can thrive together. 🚀✨ Feeling overwhelmed by burnout or stress? You’re not alone. This episode dives deep into the incredible story of psychologist and leadership coach Jesseca Tighe . From her struggles with healthcare burnout to empowering others with transformative tools, Jesseca’s journey will leave you inspired. 💡...
Jan 09, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 24
🎉 We saved the best for last! As the finale of Season 1, this transformative episode with Dr. Daniel Brenner is packed with insights, breakthroughs, and game-changing ideas you won't want to miss . ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🤗 Dr. Brenner, psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, delves deep into the roots of human suffering and delivers two surprising answers that will leave you rethinking the way we approach mental health. 🫂 And if that doesn’t spark your curiosity, he also uncovers the story behind the world’s most...
Dec 31, 2024•2 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 23
🌿 How do humor, community, and the dark feminine guide us toward deeper healing? 💌 In this soul-stirring episode, healer and spiritual guide Samantha Sweetwater shares her transformative journey through heartbreak, darkness, and the profound interplay of transcendence and immanence. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 💚 Through poetic reflections and grounded insights, Samantha invites us to explore the beauty and wisdom found in life’s most challenging moments. In conversation with Dr. Brian Tierney, Samantha dives int...
Dec 10, 2024•2 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 22
"From Grief to Creativity: Nkem Chukwumerije on Embodied Expression and Transformation" 🦋✨ 🎙️🎧 Join Nkem Chukwumerije—Teaching and Healing Artist, Soulful Doula, and Creative Entrepreneur—as she shares her inspiring journey of helping writers uncover deeper authenticity through trauma-informed, embodied practices. ✍🏼 As the founder of Wellspringwords, Nkem guides individuals in connecting their mind, heart, and body to unlock their unique creative wisdom. 💚💚💚 Episode Highlights ...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this inspiring episode, trauma therapist Cindy Jones shares her journey of innovation, defying traditional psychotherapy norms to expand the boundaries of healing. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Through her dedication to EMDR therapy and the development of Bi-TAPP, a groundbreaking wearable device, Cindy has transformed how therapists and patients worldwide address trauma, regulate the nervous system, and improve quality of life. 🥰 Cindy’s story reflects a deep commitment to pushing therapeutic boundaries while maki...
Nov 19, 2024•45 min
Exploring the "Witch Wound" Annalise Oatman unpacks this concept's cultural and historical roots and its impact on healing journeys. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Special Halloween 🎃 Episode Highlights 💡 🎯Illness as a Catalyst: Insights into Annalise's personal journey and how her illness experiences transformed her life path. 🧙🏼♀️The Power of Women’s Groups: The Vital Role that Collective Healing and Support Play in Creating Radical, Transformative Spaces. 🎴Archetypal Wisdom of Inanna: A dive into the myth of I...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 18
👉🏽In this episode 🎙️Two Doctors bromance over psychotherapy 🤓 Dr. Greg Madison, an existential psychologist teams up with Dr. Brian Tierney to invite listeners to approach themselves with: ✅ Compassion, ✅ Curiosity, ✅ And an open mind. 🧠 Dr. Madison takes us on a deep dive into focusing—an intuitive process of self-exploration and healing. 🫠 Readers/Philosophers/Poets/Psychotherapists📖💥Will L💚VE the Book recommendations on this episode ✔️ Highlights from Episode 18 ✨ 🪄Dr. Madison’s jou...
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Part 2: Psychedelics in Mental Health! 🍄➕🧠= 🤯 Dr. Laila Contractor and Dr. Brian Tierney are back, diving even deeper into the life-changing and transformative power of psychedelic therapies. 🤩 In this episode, they share incredible stories and insights about the use of: 🩵Psilocybin 💚Ibogaine 💛Ketamine 🧡MDMA 🤍Ayahuasca ❤️LSD From trauma recovery to treating autism, and from children to adults, Part 2 of Episode 17 delivers a blend of cutting-edge scientific evidence, personal experience...
Oct 22, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 17
What happens when two doctors talk about DRUGS? 2 Doctors⚕️2 Mics🎙️ And a mind-expanding conversation about the breakthrough use of psychedelics in mental health treatment 🤩 Dr. Laila Contractor takes us on a journey through integrative psychiatry, sharing her personal experiences with initiatory illness and how psychedelics have reshaped the way we approach mental health care. 🥰 Together, Dr. Contractor and Dr. Brian Tierney dive into: ✅ The profound impact of trauma, especially in women and...
Oct 15, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Vibing without preaching 🪘 Wise with Playfulness 💚 Sensitive without losing Power 💪🏽 Nikki will open up your heart 🫀expand your mind 🧠 and connect you with insights that can transform your life. 😍 Holistic psychotherapist and yoga teacher Nikki Heyder discusses the "window of tolerance," sharing insights on how regulating the nervous system can expand our ability to cope with challenges. 💞 Episode Golden Nuggets: 💛 ✅Curiosity ✅Compassion Inquiry ✅Good Enough (The Book 📖) ✅and Breaking ...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, trauma-informed marriage coach and somatic practitioner Becky Aste spills the tea on how humor—and a little somatic magic—saved her marriage just in the nick of time. 🛎️ (Cue the "buzzer beater" moment!) Becky and Brian also break down some juicy topics like the neurobiology of separation, why jealousy and envy are not the same (turns out, it's not just semantics), and how shame, anger, and grief can actually help us heal. 🥰 And if that wasn’t enough, they’ll dive into the "se...
Sep 17, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode, Kristin Snowden, a licensed marriage and family therapist, explores her work with crisis couples, addiction recovery, intimacy disorders, and trauma treatment. She shares insights from her experience at a recovery clinic and discusses her book, Life Anonymous. The conversation covers the 12-step model, the emotional dynamics in relationships, and the impact of betrayal trauma. Kristin highlights how understanding emotions like resentment, jealousy, and manipulation can lead to h...
Sep 03, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, Elizabeth Kristoff, an expert in nervous system health, shares her journey into somatic healing after experiencing severe nervous system issues. She emphasizes the critical role of the nervous system in trauma resolution and behavior change, highlighting the importance of practical, embodied approaches like applied neurology, movement, sensory stimulus, and visual system rehabilitation. Elizabeth and Brian discuss the foundational work necessary for trauma healing, the impact of...
Aug 20, 2024•2 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 13
We welcome David Purcell, a Jungian analyst and former professional dancer, to discuss the fascinating intersection of dance and Jungian psychology. David shares how his background in contemporary dance and a deep interest in mythology led him to Jung's work. He emphasizes the significance of imagination, feeling, and sensitivity in men's mental health. The conversation highlights the importance of reconnecting fragmented aspects of the psyche and the role of dreams in this process. Davi...
Aug 06, 2024•2 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Susan Blackmore brings us through a rabbit hole of psychedelics, over the bridge of paranormal phenomena, and through the tunnel of memes side by side with the origin of language, including a sidekick of stories that tie it all together. This conversation delves into human behavior, featuring two psychotherapists with differing perspectives on archetypes, yet finding common ground in mystical experiences and the placebo effect. With unfiltered charm, Susan Blackmore adds a delightful and synchro...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This may be one of the most interesting discussions about death you may come across. 😱 Presenting this topic filled with beauty, Jion touches on the aspects that help us prepare for death with contentment and peace. ☯️ This Interview is an orchid blossoming from the depths of human transformation. 🌸 Golden Nugget💛 : Boredom isn't empty; it's a gateway to creativity, transformation, and deep rest. The episode delves into the Zen philosophy of boredom, sparking curiosity and reflection ...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with author and men's health advocate Rick Broniec. Rick and Dr. Brian Tierney share a deep passion for men's health and men's groups, addressing the unique challenges men face. Together, they offer valuable insights into healing methods, drawing from their personal stories and experiences on how men can support each other. This episode is an emotional journey, filled with Rick's uplifting compassion and wisdom. Tune in to explore the transfor...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 9
David Bridel , an esteemed actor, educator, and author describes the fascinating role of the clown in healing political fragmentation and trauma. Bridel delves into the rich historical context of clowning, and its profound significance in " balancing the cosmos . " Discover the paradoxical nature of the clown and how it challenges fixed identities through play and humor. David and Brian explore the evil clown archetype and the celebratory aspects of healing and rebirth . A humanitarian...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 8
BIO Lucy Biven trained at the Anna Freud Institute in London. Most recently, she was the Head of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy for the NHS in Leicester. She co-authored Archaeology of the Mind with Jaak Panksepp and wrote A Short-Cut to Understanding Affective Neuroscience. Now retired, Lucy brings 40 years of experience in the field. Archaeology of the Brain In Episode 7, Dr. Brian Tierney is joined by Lucy Biven, a retired psychotherapist with 40 years of experience. Lucy brings a refresh...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Brian Massumi is a renowned philosopher, writer, and translator known for his expertise in the works of Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari. With a focus on exploring complex concepts in philosophy and cultural theory, Massumi has made significant contributions to understanding the intersections of art, politics, and everyday life. He is particularly celebrated for his insights into the dynamics of the unconscious and the complexities of social and psychological fields. Massumi's engaging and ...
May 14, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Join Francesca Maximé, a psychotherapist who delves deep into the transformative potential of somatic therapy compared to traditional talk therapy. She illuminates how trauma can become lodged in the body, trapping individuals in the past, and explores how somatic experiencing and mindfulness can liberate this stored trauma. This is the most raw unscripted episode to date, where listeners get insight into therapy techniques and samples to improve their lives with a backstage view. Francesa revea...
Apr 30, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In episode 4, get ready to embark on a journey through the tangled web of the human brain with none other than Dr. Aldrich Chan, the brainiac with a knack for neuropsychology! As he delves into the complexities of neurobiology, philosophy, and clinical practice, Dr. Chan brings his signature wit and charm, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary research and the integration of diverse perspectives. From dissecting the default mode network (DMN) to exploring the power of mental imagery, D...
Apr 16, 2024•2 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Join Dr. Barnaby B Barratt in a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of somatic psychology. Discover the diverse influences shaping the field, from shamanic practices to advances in neuroscience. Explore the tensions between Freud and Jung, and the need for integration in somatic approaches. This episode delves into a range of themes, including the rejection of psychoanalysis, the role of body movement, and the impact of Eastern wisdom traditions. Tune in for insights into the ...
Apr 05, 2024•2 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this lively episode, Manu and Brian embark on a whimsical journey through the twists and turns of attachment theory critiques. With a dash of Nietzschean flair and a sprinkle of Buddhist wisdom, they unravel the mysteries of human development, exploring desire, and curiosity like a pair of philosophical detectives. As they navigate the landscape of life's enigmas, they dive into the intriguing concept of the inner orphan and dissect Deleuze and Guattari's intriguing orphaned unconscio...
Mar 19, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Step into the world of the Boundless Body Podcast with Dr. B as he embarks on an enthralling conversation with the esteemed scholar, Dr. Erin Manning. In this inaugural episode, they embark on a captivating journey through the realms of sensation, movement, and perception, shattering conventional notions surrounding neurotypical body structures and language barriers. Discover the intricate interplay between human language, intelligence, and perception within the neurotypical sphere, as they unra...
Mar 04, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 1
