In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, join us as Dr. John Vervaeke, a cognitive scientist and philosopher, unpacks the "meaning crisis" affecting modern minds. From the ancient dichotomies that shape our understanding to the power of relevance realization, Dr. Vervaeke explores how philosophy and cognitive science can illuminate our paths to meaning, purpose, and understanding in an increasingly complex world. Discover insights on intelligence, mindfulness, and why some of your most ingrai...
Nov 20, 2024•2 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Justin Kan and James Beshara explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of storytelling, understanding one's zones of genius, and the personal reflections on insecurity and success. Justin, the former co-founder and CEO of Atrium and video streaming platforms like Twitch, shares his journey of building companies, the lessons learned from failures, and the significance of finding meaning in one's work. The discussion also di...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Chase Chewning, a health and wellness expert turned media titan, and James Beshara discuss everything from podcasting strategies to content creation tips. In this conversation, Chase shares his transformative journey of self-discovery, mental health struggles, and the profound impact of psychedelics on his life. He reflects on pivotal moments, including his 36th birthday, where he learned to change his mindset and live authentically. Chase discusses hi...
Oct 16, 2024•2 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Bradley and James discuss the benefits of napping, the role of men as protectors and providers, and the challenges (and benefits!) of being a founder and Navy SEAL. They also explore the concept of stress and how to regulate it through breathing techniques and spiritual practices. Bradley shares his experience with the Hoffman Process, a transformative program that helps individuals deconstruct their subconscious patterns and gain self-awareness. They ...
Oct 02, 2024•2 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Elissa shares her journey of self-discovery and healing, starting from her cancer diagnosis to her personal transformation. She discusses the importance of self-love, overcoming fear, and finding inner peace. Elissa also talks about the impact of her health journey on her relationships with her daughters and the lessons she has learned along the way. In this conversation, Elissa Goodman discusses the importance of self-reflection, growth, and connectio...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 15
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Mike Maples explores the concept of pattern breakers in startups and the importance of making great decisions. The discussion highlights the role of inflections, insights, and non-consensus thinking in creating successful and disruptive startups. It emphasizes the need for founders to harness inflections, provide radical forms of empowerment, and find co-conspirators who believe in their vision. The conversation also touches on the curse of too many be...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Nicholas Gonzalez, a successful actor and producer, discusses his love for regenerative farming and choosing sustainability over mass produced products. He also talks about the challenges of being an actor and the constant need to prove oneself in the industry. The conversation touches on topics like the importance of conscious eating, the impact of food choices on health, and the benefits of regenerative agriculture. The episode highlights the need fo...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, host James Beshara interviews Alex Snodgrass, the creator of The Defined Dish and founder of Side Dish. They discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, the similarities and differences between creating a salad dressing brand and writing a book, and how to navigate the challenges of being a creator in the digital age. Alex shares her background, from growing up in a small town in Texas to becoming a New York Times bestselling author and building her own b...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, host James Beshara interviews Kayla Barnes, a leading expert in health, wellness, and biohacking. They discuss various topics related to women's health and wellness, including the rarity of true health in today's society, the impact of seed oils on chronic diseases, and simple tactics to improve health and wellness. Kayla shares her morning routine, which includes getting morning sun or red light therapy, prayer or meditation, movement, and col...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Jen Cohen shares her favorite health and wellness products. She discusses the importance of finding high-quality products and doing research in the wellness space. Some of her favorite products include Slate protein drinks, Therisage red light therapy, True Niagen NAD supplement, and Chili Sleep mattress pads. She also emphasizes the importance of starting the day with protein and avoiding calorie-dense smoothies. Additionally, she cautions against rel...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, host James Beshara interviews Brooke Burke, a model, actress, TV host, author, and entrepreneur. They discuss Brooke's career, her health and wellness practices, and the importance of flexibility and adaptability in life. They also touch on the power of magic and the concept of surrendering and being present in the moment. Brooke shares her love for live audiences and the energy they bring, as well as her passion for sharing knowledge and experienc...
Jun 26, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Join us for a discussion with Simone De La Rue, renowned founder of Body by Simone and A-list celebrity fitness trainer, on this episode of the Magic Minds podcast. Simone shares her unique perspective on fitness that goes beyond physical appearance, touching on the importance of aligning mind, body, and spirit for meeting your true health goals. From her experience training stars like Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock, to personal anecdotes about motherhood and entrepreneurship, Simone offers...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Jump into this dynamic episode of the Magic Minds podcast with the extraordinary Forrest Galante, a wildlife biologist and conservationist known for his fearless pursuits in the wild. In this extensive interview, Forrest shares spellbinding stories of near-death experiences, his global adventures in conservation, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of his daring expeditions. Discover the pivotal role of keystone species like sharks in maintaining ecological balance and why their preservation is...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, James introduces David Ludwig, a cherished member of their community for over two decades. David's roles as an educator, father, neighbor, and baseball coach have deeply impacted many lives, including those of the host's own children who attend the school where David teaches. However, earlier this year, David was diagnosed with ALS, adding a new layer of significance to his presence within the community. Despite this challenging diagnosis, Davi...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join James Beshara on a riveting journey into the mind of Dr. John Vervaeke, whose work at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and philosophy is setting the internet ablaze. This episode, recorded live in Venice Beach, explores the "Awake from the Meaning Crisis" lecture series, offering profound insights into how we understand and navigate our world. Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the w...
May 02, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Bestselling author Steven Pressfield joins James Beshara on Magic Minds for a compelling discussion about overcoming creative blocks and achieving flow state. Pressfield, known for his influential book "The War of Art," shares invaluable insights for creators facing resistance, all in the vibrant setting of Venice Beach. Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the world's most brilliant minds. From the...
Apr 17, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this thought-provoking episode of Magic Minds, James Beshara jumps into the fascinating work of Dr. Donald Hoffman, a visionary challenging the very fabric of our perceived reality. With groundbreaking mathematical and scientific models, Dr. Hoffman proposes that our perceptions of reality are fundamentally flawed, sparking a captivating discussion on the nature of existence and our understanding of the world around us. Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom a...
Apr 03, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this inspiring episode, James Beshara sits down with Talitha Phillips, CEO of Claris Health, to explore the transformative power of support and service. Talitha's journey from receiving help to leading an organization dedicated to aiding impoverished mothers in Los Angeles is a testament to the impact of compassion and community. Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the world's most brilliant minds. Fr...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In a delightful blend of humor and depth, James Beshara chats with comedian Pete Holmes, a Magic Mind enthusiast who brings a unique fusion of comedy, philosophy, and theology. Discover how Pete's quest for meaning and his love for Magic Mind have intertwined, making for an episode that's as enlightening as it is entertaining. Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the world's most brilliant minds. From...
Mar 12, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In today's episode James discusses his next chapter, The Daily Vedantic. The Daily Vedantic is a daily podcast and YouTube channel dedicated to the timeless wisdom of the Upanishads ( thedailyvedantic.co ). Dating back to over 5,000 years ago, the source of nearly all Eastern Philosophy, and loved by Western giants from Emerson to Thoreau to Carl Jung and Alan Watts, studied daily by Joseph Campbell to Aldous Huxley to Arthur Schopenhauer and countless others, The Daily Vedantic aims to make...
Nov 17, 2023•13 min•Season 1Ep. 140
A friend’s brother died by suicide last week. There are many resources online about how to avoid a mental health tragedy, but after losing my sister to major depression and suicide nearly twenty years ago, I’ve never come across a resource on how to navigate life after such a tragedy. And with estimates suggesting 1 in 5 people are suffering from a mental illness at any given point in time, and 1 in 20 suffering for a major mental illness (bipolar, schizophrenia, etc.), that means nearly all of ...
Dec 27, 2022•1 hr 2 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine Dr. John Vervaeke is an associate professor at the University of Toronto, where he teaches courses on thinking, reasoning, problem solving, and cognitive development. He also frequently teaches a course on neuroscientific cognitive scientific theories of consciousness. In addition to his work in cognitive science, Vervaeke is also interested in bridging the gap between spirituality and science. He has created several video series on these topics, including Aw...
Dec 14, 2022•2 hr 56 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine On today's show, James Beshara is joined by friend and fellow founder/investor Ajay Mehta to play some word association and share what comes to mind when they hear the words, 'ETH', 'GPT3', 'Recession', 'India', 'Failure', and 'Elon'. Follow Ajay: https://twitter.com/ajaymehta GPT3 Support Our Sponsors Magic Mind https://magicmind.co Chargebee https://chargebee.com/partners-signup and use promo code BTL Shopify https://Shopify.com/BelowtheLine About your host, Jame...
Aug 25, 2022•1 hr 25 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine On today's episode, James is joined by Dr. Dan Engle. Dan Engle is a psychiatrist with a clinical practice that combines aspects of regenerative medicine, psychedelic research, integrative spirituality, and peak performance. Dan was also a Co-Author on James' book, Beyond Coffee. James and Dr. Dan dive deep into Neurological Healthcare, concussions, and what the future looks like with new research and medicines. Enjoy! More Dan Engle: https://fullspectrummedi...
Jul 19, 2022•2 hr 15 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine Vance Roush is the Co-Founder and CEO at Overflow, an app that helps nonprofits and churches accept donations of publicly-traded stock. Vance talks with James about being a pastor and how initially he would avoid talking about his faith when looking for investors but eventually saw the benefits when he embraced it. They talk about some stats underlying charitable giving, and dissect some of the technicalities on how Overflow helps people and companies ...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 13 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine On today's episode, brothers and co-founders J.P. and Justin Alanís join James to take a deep dive into the world of DAOs, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations. J.P. and Justin also discuss their recently launched endeavor, Story DAO. Story DAO is a new kind of blockchain-based production platform where individuals have the opportunity to collaborate with established Hollywood writers and artists to create and co-own the next generation of culturally releva...
Jun 21, 2022•2 hr 57 min
Comedian Shapel Lacey sits down with James Beshara to talk about his decision to move to LA, dealing with the loss of young ones at a young age, making the choice to quit drinking, and how daily journaling has been pivotal in his pursuit of clarity. He also talks about the strategy of looking at his passion of stand up comedy as something he clocks and clocks out for, and the importance of living a full life to be a great stand up comic. Find more Shapel Lacey https://instagram.com/ShapelLacey C...
Jun 07, 2022•2 hr 22 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine In today’s episode, James is joined by his good friend Ajay Mehta to take callers from listeners. 00:21 Intro 11:20 Question 1: Is Tech heading for a bear market? 37:52 Question 2: One piece of advice that keeps returning in your career? 48:46 Best Piece of advice ever given to james 58:04 What is something you believe that no one else you know believes? Hit the show hotline and leave a question or comment for the show at 424-272-6640, email James quest...
May 26, 2022•1 hr 25 min
For profitable, large businesses, a downturn can be great for recruiting and retaining talent as there is a flight to safety and security. For small businesses that have focused maniacally on profitability from day one, a downturn in the market is also managed relatively well. This is in contrast to technology startups that often have to spend years building the product before they can monetize or spend the first few chapters of the company's life focusing on growth over revenue maximizati...
May 21, 2022•49 min
https://bit.ly/Go_BelowtheLine Today's episode is with Duncan Trussell. A brilliant man in many facets of life. We touch on cold dips and how they equate to philosophy. Duncan opens up about his early use of psychedelics and how they help him realize his own consciousness. We then go even deeper into how psychedelics have affected the whole world. Duncan also explains how certain epiphanies have changed his mindset through his life including the love of his children. To conclude the ...
May 03, 2022•2 hr 10 min
