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Closer to Venus

Mind Body Spirit.fmwww.closertovenus.com
Hosted by Johnny Burke, Closer To Venus features interviews with experiencers and researchers on metaphysical/spiritual topics such as reincarnation, the spirit world, near-death experiences, channeling, astral projection, ascension, karma, past life memories, and consciousness science. The show was created for people who feel that traditional religious and scientific beliefs do not offer satisfactory answers to existential questions such as why are we here, what is our purpose, and what really happens when we die
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Episodes

Channeling Albert Einstein and The Science of Compassion with Barbara With

Johnny Burke of Closer to Venus interviews Barbara With, a peace activist, author, musician, and psychic channel. Barbara discusses her journey of psychic channeling since 1987, starting with spontaneous automatic writing inspired by figures such as Shirley McClain. She shares her experiences with channeling angelic beings, including Einstein, and how her work evolved into the concept of Conflict Revolution—a process aimed at resolving internal conflicts to achieve world peace. The conversation ...

Sep 07, 202431 minEp. 189

Transcending 3D into The 4D Experience with Bola Abimbola # 187

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Bola Abimbola, an energy healer, Akashic records practitioner, psychic, and channel. Bola discusses her journey from being a Reiki user to becoming a practitioner, her experiences with different modalities of energy healing, and how these practices help individuals transcend from the 3D physical experience to higher dimensional states of consciousness. She also explains the concepts of energy meridians, channeling higher dimensiona...

Sep 02, 202435 minEp. 187

Sacred Geometry and the Evolution of Consciousness with Gail and Gregory Hoag #181

In this episode of 'Closer to Venus,' host Johnny Burke interviews researchers and authors Gail and Gregory Hoag. Known for their work in sacred geometry, the Hoags discuss its significance in the evolution of consciousness. The conversation delves into the origins and applications of sacred geometry, including the golden ratio, architectural influences, and ancient pyramids. Gregory shares his transformative experiences, including a Kundalini awakening, while Gail talks about her near-death exp...

Sep 02, 202445 minEp. 181

From Wall Street to Reiki: Energy Healing with Lynn Mull

In this episode of Closer to Venus with Johnny Burke, guest Lynn Mull discusses her transition from a former Wall Street executive to becoming a holistic career coach and Reiki master. Lynn explains how she helps clients utilize energy healing, and intuition to create purposeful career paths in their midlife. The conversation delves into her personal experiences with Reiki, including profound visualizations and spiritual encounters, the universal life force energy, and how these practices offer ...

Aug 31, 202430 minEp. 189

Intuitive Gifts and The Transformative Power Of Forgiveness with Katharine Giovanni #188

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke speaks with Catherine Giovanni, a medium and intuitive advisor who specializes in past lives and is the author of 'The Ultimate Path of Forgiveness.' They explore Catherine's unique intuitive skills, including clairaudience, clairvoyance, and claircognizance, and discuss how she helps individuals unlock their own intuitive abilities. Additionally, they delve into the transformative power of forgiveness, recounting Catherine's personal journey...

Aug 24, 202435 minEp. 188

Journey from Despair to Healing with Gina Cavalier #186

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Gina Cavalier, a mental health advocate, author, filmmaker, and spiritual teacher. Gina, who is also the founder of The Liberated Healer, shares her journey from experiencing suicidal thoughts due to childhood trauma to discovering her spiritual path. She discusses tools she uses in her healing practice, such as energy healing, channeling, and working with angels. This episode delves into her experiences with past lives, the metaph...

Aug 10, 202436 minEp. 186

A Lightworker's Spiritual Journey with Alejandra Brady #185

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Alejandra Brady, an interior designer and professional International Feng Shui Guild member. Alejandra shares her transformational spiritual journey, how she discovered her ability to communicate with the deceased, and her experiences as a lightworker. She details various spiritual gifts, including mediumship, Oracle mastery, and channeling light language. Alejandra also talks about integrating her gifts with her work in Feng Shui ...

Aug 03, 202441 minEp. 185

Transcending the Human Experience with Medium Greg Riley #184

In this episode of Closer to Venus, Johnny Burke interviews Greg Riley, a medium, channel, and intuitive coach. Greg shares his journey of discovering his psychic abilities, including experiences with astral travel as a child and reconnecting with these abilities in his late teens. The discussion delves into the concept of transcending the human experience, the nature of the astral and spiritual realms, and the role of spirit guides. Greg also touches on mediumship readings, the importance of ge...

Jul 27, 202435 minEp. 184

Energy Fields and Spirit Communication with Dr. Jose Van den Akker #183

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke speaks with Dr. Jose Van den Akker, an author with an advanced diploma in transpersonal art therapy. Dr. Van den Akker shares her journey from childhood sensitivities to becoming an expert in energy fields and spirit communication. The discussion covers understanding and sensing energy fields, hearing spirit voices, and the true nature of communication. She also talks about her experiences with spirits, the impact of energy fields on our live...

Jul 20, 202434 minEp. 183

Akashic Records and Spiritual Awakening with Renu Mehta Cheng

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Renu Mehta Cheng, a spiritual teacher, energy healer, and Akashic Records consultant. Renu explains the certification process for becoming an Akashic Records consultant, discussing her extensive training and experience. The conversation explores the concepts of the Akashic Records, past lives, spirit guides, and spiritual awakenings. Renu shares personal stories of spiritual experiences, including past life memories and afterlife c...

Jul 13, 202438 minEp. 182

Connecting with Spirit Guides with Elissa Freeman #180

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Elissa Freeman, an author, therapist, shamanic practitioner, and hypnotherapist. Alyssa shares her journey, which began with a profound experience at age nine and evolved through childhood into a lasting relationship with her spirit guide. They delve into the significance of universal messages, dream analysis, and the intriguing ways spirit guides communicate. Elissa also discusses her practices in shamanism and hypnotherapy, offer...

Jun 29, 202436 minEp. 180

Near-Death Experiences and the Non-Physical World with Rita Tojal #179

In this episode of Closer to Venus,hosted by Johnny Burke, guest Rita Tojal—a psychotherapist, astrologer, and founder of Being NAMKA—discusses her extraordinary experiences with near-death occurrences. Rita shares insights from her multiple NDEs, her childhood awareness of the non-physical world, and her psychic abilities that became heightened after these experiences. She also recounts communicating with loved ones who have crossed over and how these experiences have profoundly impacted her pr...

Jun 22, 202436 minEp. 179

Mediumship and Spiritual Connections with Gwenda Smith #178

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Gwenda Smith, an internationally recognized healer, medium, and spiritual mentor. Gwenda shares her journey from experiencing visions as a child to becoming a registered practitioner in spiritual mentorship. They discuss her encounters with spirits and angels, her work with lost souls, and her methods of helping people connect with their divine essence. Gwenda also provides insights into what happens after death and gives advice on...

Jun 15, 202447 minEp. 178

Divine Duality and Higher Consciousness with Inaya Oakroot #177

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Inaya Oakroot, a paradigm shifter focused on divine duality and interconnectedness. Inaya explains the concept of divine duality, its application in daily life, and how it can unlock hidden potential. The discussion also delves into channeling higher consciousness, interpreting the Akashic records, and using sound healing for trauma. Listeners will learn about the spiritual evolution from 3D to 5D existence, the significance of fre...

Jun 08, 202426 minEp. 177

Master Your Mind and Energy To Heal Your Body with Brandy Gillmore #176

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Brandy Gillmore, a researcher, mind-body healing expert, and author of 'Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your Body.' Brandy shares her healing journey after a personal injury and discusses the scientific basis for energy healing. She explains the connection between mind, energy, and biophotons and how she uses medical thermography to demonstrate real-time healing results. Brandy also emphasizes the importance of empowering indiv...

Jun 01, 202426 minEp. 176

War Through the Eyes of the Soul Pt II: Understanding Our Past Lives with Winnifred Davis #175

In this episode of Closer to Venus,' Johnny Burke interviews Winnifred Davis, a poet, writer, spiritual counselor, psychic medium, and shaman, about her experiences with reincarnation and the insights gained from her past lives. Davis shares detailed accounts of her past lifetimes during significant historical periods, including Atlantis, Scotland during the 16th century, and the Elizabethan era, offering a unique perspective on war, its recurring nature, and the effects on human souls. She disc...

May 25, 202439 minEp. 175

War Through The Eyes of The Soul with Winnifred Davis Part I #174

In this episode of Closer to Venus, host Johnny Burke interviews Winnifred Davis, a multifaceted author, spiritual counselor, psychic medium, and shaman with over three decades of experience. They discuss her latest book, 'A Broken Record, History on Rewind: War Through The Eyes of The Soul in Poetry,' exploring the concept of war from the soul's perspective, the impact of material affinities on human conflict, and reincarnation. The conversation delves into the idea that souls reincarnate acros...

May 18, 202433 minEp. 174

Mediumship and Connecting with the Spirit World with Tony Stockwell #173

In this episode of Closer to Venus, Johnny Burke interviews Tony Stockwell, an internationally recognized psychic medium, teacher, and author. Stockwell shares his journey into mediumship from a young age, fostered by his experiences in a spiritualist church and his dedication to learning from historical spiritual texts. He discusses the evolution of mediumship, highlighting the importance of expanding beyond traditional evidential mediumship to include practices like shamanic mediumship and com...

May 11, 202441 minEp. 173

Alignment Modality and the Shift to New Earth with Paul Quentin #172

In this episode of Closer to Venus, Johnny Burke interviews Paul Quentin, a teacher, channel, and healer whose work involves channeling books through spirits to assist humanity's shift into the New Earth's golden age. They discuss the differences between traditional 3D to 5D consciousness shifts and the unique aspects of the New Earth golden age, emphasizing the importance of alignment modality in simplifying the transformation process for individuals. Quentin shares insights on the roles of var...

May 04, 202431 minEp. 172

Karma and Soul Contracts in Our Spiritual Journey with Vasundhra Gupta #171

Our guest in episode# 171 is Vasundhra Gupta, she is a spiritual writer, certified life coach and past life regression facilitator. Her work involves exploring past life regression stories to help demystify hypnotherapy. In this episode we will discuss Karma and Soul Contracts. What we observed: How soul contracts are made As souls, we don't experience pain 'cause we're not in a body. karma is not always a bad thing How karma is related to soul contracts The soul family does not always translate...

Apr 27, 202436 minEp. 171

The Winged Beings Of Light with Jade D'Cruz Part II #170

Our guest in episode 170 is Jade D’Cruz, she is an intuitive healer, channel ,akashic records reader and author.Her work also includes Djed meditation which teaches how to shift the structure of your reality. In this episode, We will talk about some of the issues brought forth by The Winged Beings of Light, a collective of Golden Master Frequencies. What we observed: The 3 D “matrix” that we apparently live in An Interpretation of Christ Consciousness How some religious belief systems may be vie...

Apr 20, 202432 minEp. 170

The Winged Beings of Light with Jade D'Cruz Part I #169

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #169 is Jade D’Cruz, she is an intuitive healer, channel ,akashic records reader and author.Her work also includes Djed meditation which teaches how to shift the structure of your reality. In this episode, we talk about her book "Divine Love, The Winged Beings of Light", What we observed: The concept of the Universe moving in cycles Who the Djed Warriors were How her book was channeled by the Winged Beings of Light The winged beings of light are here ...

Apr 13, 202430 minEp. 169

Past Life Regression: Demystifying Hypnotherapy with Vasundhra Gupta

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode # 168 is Vasundhra Gupta, she is a spiritual writer, certified life coach and past life regression facilitator. Her work involves exploring past life regression stories to help demystify hypnotherapy. In this episode, we will discuss Karma and Soul Contracts. What we observed: What are soul contracts? (why do we set them) How do soul contracts relate to karma? What happens if you don't learn the lesson of a soul contract? Why are some soul contracts s...

Apr 06, 202435 minEp. 168

Across The Bridge: Deathbed Visitations with Kim Copeland #167

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #167 is Kim Copeland; she is a Death Walker, Spiritual Medium, and Energy Healer. Her work involves assisting those in the dying process where she has walked between worlds for nearly 25 years helping clients cross to the next dimension. Today, we will discuss deathbed visitations and shared near-death awareness. What we observed: She discovered her mediumship abilities when doing energy healing Experiences of how near-death awareness precedes a share...

Mar 30, 202430 minEp. 167

Channeling Your Soul's Messages with Teresa Wornstaff #166

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #166 is Teresa Wornstaff, she is an intuitive, channel and host of the Soul Channel. She helps people connect with their intuition, connect with their souls, guides and the Universe Today, we will discuss methods of raising our consciousness that will include an example of live channeling.What we observed: Interactions with spirit guides The concept of an angelic “lineage” Past life memories When a life comes into your awareness, into your consciousne...

Mar 23, 202430 minEp. 166

Mediumship and Channeling with Jenny Lea #165

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #165 is Jenny Lea, she is a medium, channeler, artist and co-host of The Witching Hours podcast. Her journey continues with her transition from evidential medium to channeler. Today we will discuss the different types of energies that come through in her work and we will also get to see her channeling live here on Closer To Venus. What we observed: An honest assessment of celebrity psychics- from a psychic’s point of view The pandemic may have had an ...

Mar 16, 202434 minEp. 165

Shamanism, Channeling & Soul Retrieval with Lesley Bergstrom #164

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #164 is Lesley Bergstrom ; she is an empath, channel, urban shaman and naturopath. Her work involves teaching people about their spiritual gifts and how to grow them for self-healing. Today we will be discussing the different ways people experience their psychic gifts, sold retrieval and who are the Seraphim. What we observed: An out-of-body experience at 7 It's common for starseeds to feel like they do not belong Why many starseeds are incarnating no...

Mar 09, 202435 minEp. 164

Impressions of Near-Death Experiences with Bob Coppes #163

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode #163 is Robert Christophor Coppes; he is a scientist who has studied NDEs for decades and is also the author of“Impressions of Near-Death Experiences” which features hundreds of quotes from the experiencers themselves. What we observed: It is estimated that 4 or 5 % of people in the US have experienced NDEs Near death experiences are the most tangible thing that can give credence to the theory that consciousness does survive death of the brain Many ne...

Mar 02, 202433 minEp. 163

Memories In Between Lives with Lisa Carrillo #162

Send us a Text Message. Our guest in episode#162 is Lisa Carillo; she guides and coaches people to experience the Infinite, even in challenging circumstances. She is the author of several books including An “Unprincipled Life: Living From the Unknown” and “Living Awake: 20 Techniques to End I Got It; I Lost It.” Today we’re going to talk about her memories in between lives, the perfection of her difficult lives, and the mastery of her life. What we observed: Many past life memories were triggere...

Feb 24, 202428 minEp. 162

Love Transforms Grief with Lindsay Stanton #161

Send us a Text Message. In episode #161 , our guest is Lindsay Stanton; she is a certified intuitive Reiki Healer, coach and author of Enduring and Everlasting, a personal story of love transforming deep grief. Her work involves assisting those seeking deep healing and transformation. Today we will discuss how she helps clients deepen their communication and language with their loved ones on the other side.What we have learned: Communication with her husband right after he passed Dream visitatio...

Feb 17, 202430 minEp. 161
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