Mike & Maurice's Mind Escape

Tonight I am joined by Author of “Psychedelic Outlaws” and Associate Professor of Sociology at Rutgers University Joanna Kempner, PhD. We will be discussing her research and book on psychedelics, clusters headaches, and the cultural impacts of prohibition.  ***Also big news!!!! “Masters of Rhetoric” the first four episodes are available YouTube channel, Spotify, and all podcast outlets. I will be dropping episode 5 on “Plato and The Sophists” at the beginning of November.  Youtube

*This series and episode is slide show and visual heavy so check out our video episodes on Youtube and Spotify. The Linktree link is at the bottom. In Episode 4 we will be discussing “The Sophists” and the influence they have had on rhetoric and persuasion. Please check out episode 1 on the pre-socratics, Episode 2 on Socrates, Plato, Plato’s Dialogues, and Episode 3 on Aristotle if you have not already. In coming episodes we will be discussing the interplay between them all.  *Welcome to a journey into the origins of thought, where we explore the minds that shaped the very foundations of our understanding. Hello, my name is Mike and I am the host of Mind Escape Podcast. I am happy to share my new series called Masters of Rhetoric. Masters of Rhetoric is a free bi-weekly course/podcast that will air on Mondays. The goal is to draw from the earliest philosophers, scientists, and critical thinkers to help navigate the current technological paradigm. In a world where divisive and eristic rhetoric often dominat

*This series and episode is slide show and visual heavy so check out our video episodes on Youtube and Spotify. The Linktree link is at the bottom. In Episode 3 we will take a look at the Philosopher and Polymath Aristotle and the influence he has had on modern science and thought. Please check out episode 1 on the pre-socratics or Episode 2 where I discuss Socrates, Plato, and Plato’s Dialogues if you have not already. In coming episodes we will discuss the sophists and more on Plato.  *Welcome to a journey into the origins of thought, where we explore the minds that shaped the very foundations of our understanding. Hello, my name is Mike and I am the host of Mind Escape Podcast. I am happy to share my new series called Masters of Rhetoric. Masters of Rhetoric is a free bi-weekly course/podcast that will air on Mondays. The goal is to draw from the earliest philosophers, scientists, and critical thinkers to help navigate the current technological paradigm. In a world where divisive and eristic rhetoric oft

Tonight I will be discussing all the recent news surrounding the topics we have been discussing from the beginning. I will discuss UFO news and updates, the Graham Hancock announcement of season 2 of Ancient Apocalypse which premieres in October on Netflix, and the latest Gobekli Tepe news and drama.  ***Also big news!!!! “Masters of Rhetoric episode 2 is live on our YouTube channel, Spotify, and all podcast outlets. Episodes will be bi-weekly and released on Mondays. Episode 2 is on Socrates and Plato. Here are the links: Youtube

*This series and episode is slide show and visual heavy so check out our video episodes on Youtube and Spotify. The Linktree link is at the bottom. In Episode #2 we will be discussing Socrates, Plato, and Plato’s Dialogues. Please check out episode #1 on the pre-socratics if you have not already. In coming episodes we will be discussing Aristotle, The Sophists, and more… *Welcome to a journey into the origins of thought, where we explore the minds that shaped the very foundations of our understanding. Hello, my name is Mike and I am the host of Mind Escape Podcast. I am happy to share my new series called Masters of Rhetoric. Masters of Rhetoric is a free bi-weekly course/podcast that will air on Mondays. The goal is to draw from the earliest philosophers, scientists, and critical thinkers to help navigate the current technological paradigm. In a world where divisive and eristic rhetoric often dominates online spaces, I believe it’s crucial to return to the roots of dialectic. This approach can offer the th

Tonight I am joined by author of “A Visionary Guide to Lucid Dreaming” and friend of the show Lee Adams. We will discuss everything from lucid dreaming to dream metaphysics to his new project called Dream Icarus. His links are down below.  ***Also big news!!!! “Masters of Rhetoric episode 1 is live on our YouTube channel, Spotify, and all podcast outlets. Episodes will be bi-weekly and released on Mondays. Episode 1 is on the pre-socratics and the history of philosophy. Here are the links: Youtube

Tonight I am joined by Author, Podcaster, and friend of the show Anthony Tyler. We will discuss everything from Anthony's Sasquatch encounter to comparative religion to cults. Anthony runs the “Black Hoodie Alchemy” Podcast and is the author of “Dive Manual” and Hunt Manual” which the links to all of that are below at the bottom. ***Also big news!!!! “Masters of Rhetoric episode 1 is live on our YouTube channel, Spotify, and all podcast outlets. Episodes will be bi-weekly and released on Mondays. Episode 1 is on the pre-socratics and the history of philosophy. Here are the links: Youtube

*This series and episode is slide show and visual heavy so check out our video episodes on Youtube and Spotify. The Linktree link is at the bottom. *Welcome to a journey into the origins of thought, where we explore the minds that shaped the very foundations of our understanding. Hello, my name is Mike and I am the host of Mind Escape Podcast. I am happy to share my new series called Masters of Rhetoric. Masters of Rhetoric is a free bi-weekly course/podcast that will air on Mondays. The goal is to draw from the earliest philosophers, scientists, and critical thinkers to help navigate the current technological paradigm. In a world where divisive and eristic rhetoric often dominates online spaces, I believe it’s crucial to return to the roots of dialectic. This approach can offer the thoughtful discourse that humanity desperately needs today.  **For those eager to dive even deeper, I’m offering an exclusive series on our Mind Escape Patreon called ‘Masters of Rhetoric: The Epistemology of Mysteries.’ This se

Tonight I will be joined by friend of the show and Glass artist Andrew Tischler to continue our discussion on Julian Jaynes' theory of consciousness and book “The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind”. Check out Atischlerglass on Instagram if you are interested in checking some of Andrew’s amazing glass art.  *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course called “Masters of Rhetoric” on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepubli

Tonight cohost Maurice returns to share his Grand Teton hiking adventure and video as well as catching up since it has been a while since he has been on. This episode has a couple videos in it so if you would like to see the video Maurice made go to our Youtube or Spotify channel to watch the video episode. *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen. Here is a preview.... https://youtu.be/gpbQwIqqcFk *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/store

What was the secret sacred elixirs known as Soma and Homa in the ancient world? Was it a psychedelic? Stimulant? Or something else? We will take a look at all the options tonight. In part 1 I interviewed Cannabis Historian and author Chris Bennett as he puts forth his hypothesis for why he believes it was Cannabis. In part two I interview academic and author Matthew Clark who puts forth in his hypothesis that Soma and Homa were both middle eastern ayahuasca analogs. I will add the links for both of those episodes below. Finally in this part I will go over all the other compelling evidence and possibilities to try to figure out what was the ancient elixirs known as Soma and Homa. *Here is the YouTube and Spotify link to part 1 with Cannabis Historian Chris Bennett: https://www.youtube.com/live/58uDnzF0tQs?si=PvPk0DcSfFqykCTn https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dZ1yuAwlE1CbntSgzJQRu?si=VAE5U21kR_i7u0tLVQZrhQ *Here is the YouTube and Spotify link to part 2 with Academic and Author Matthew Clark: https://www.you

During the week of Thanksgiving 2023 I had one of the scariest and most profound experiences of my life. Last Friday night almost the exact same thing happened and I was rushed to the hospital for loss of blood. If you are interested in the previous story go back and watch parts 1 and 2 which detail my last brush with death.  *Here is the link to part 1: https://www.youtube.com/live/5viEyLUjsuU?si=xJFFLE0Jr-EHzVi4 *Here is the link to part 2: https://www.youtube.com/live/FeMr2vggq9E?si=N9R5wvaZhpjv7HYm *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQ

Tonight I sit down with Mycopreneur, satirist, and podcaster Dennis Walker to discuss psychedelics and Mushrooms. We will discuss all the recent psychedelic news, the FDA voting down MDMA therapy, and all interesting related stuff.  *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/po

Tonight I sit down with author and friend of the show Matthew Pallamary. We will be discussing Psychedelics, Shamanism, and Metaphysics. I added the links to two of Matthew’s most recent books at the bottom check them out.  *I am currently in the process of creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast pla

Tonight I sit down to discuss something that has being weighing heavy on my mind which is the current trend of people believing pseudoscience being popularized by celebrities, authors, and content creators. A lot of this trend stems from the recent guests that have been on the Joe Rogan podcast. I am creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple P

Tonight I sit down to discuss the subjects that have been at the heart of Mind Escape since the beginning and give an honest appraisal of my thoughts and philosophies after 7years of interviewing experts, researchers, authors, woo merchants, and fellow inquisitive minds. Mind Escape is in the process of a massive overhaul as I continue to learn, grow, share, and evolve. I am creating a free philosophy course on the origins and history of philosophy and how those ideas shaped the modern world we navigate today. Also on my patreon page I will be creating a philosophy course on how to investigate and navigate the fringe communities and topics and giving and honest assessment of the main researchers and calling out the snake oil salesmen.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?re

Tonight I sit down with friend of the show, author, and artist Ian Jaydid. We were going to do a different show, but given the Graham Hancock debate we are going to review that and go over the facts and reactions. We will also discuss similar subjects. *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our episodes live. You can find all of our links on our LinkTree  LinkTree: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/MindEscapePodcast *Here is a link to Ian’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ian-Jaydid/author/B07V8LHMK7?ref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scn

Tonight I sit down with friend of the show, author, psychologist, and Native American mound researcher Dr. Gregory Little. Greg set up an experiment for people going to Native American mound sites in the path of the solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024. The purpose of the experiment was to record data and magnetic anomalies.  *Here is a playlist of all of our previous episodes with Greg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhUKdXozk5A&list=PLLJ-BaaY8oWsVJeAADxb5D-P6E-fQziq_ *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our epis

Tonight I sit down with researchers Alex Criddle, Brandon Crockett, and Cody Noconi to discuss their documentary on the psychedelic origins of Mormonism called “EnthoMagus”. Alex has a MA in Philosophy and researches philosophy of mind, mental illness, psychedelics, mysticism, occult, mormon history, birds, permaculture. Cody and Alex have contributed to academic papers on this topic and I added the links below along with their info if you would like to connect with them.  *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our ep

Today I sit down with Author and Researcher Laird Scranton to discuss his new book “The “Waters of Life. We will also discuss ancient mysteries and symbolism. Laird is an expert in comparative cosmology and we will pick his brain on correlations between ancient civilizations. Also if you enjoy this interview we will have an extra interview with Laird on our Patreon page along with other past ones for just 2$ a month the link is below. *Watch our documentary “As Within So Without: from UFOs to DMT”: ⁠ https://youtu.be/ao9fyP-lS2I?si=zQI3ok4aFNQkvl31 *Check out our new Merch store. We have some amazing designs for T-shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Stickers, and more ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mind-escape?ref_id=24655⁠   *If you are watching on Youtube please check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all audio/podcast platforms. We appreciate reviews and comments. If you are listening on an audio/podcast platform please check out our Youtube channel where we do our episodes live. You can find all of our li