Tim shares his inspiring journey from childhood wounds around money to becoming a steward for financial sovereignty. We unpack many topics emphasizing the power of decentralization, ancestral lineage and how it often brings you to the heart of your purpose, and the need for mastery in movement building.

Discover how Bitcoin uniquely serves humanity as a catalyst for personal and societal evolution.

Key Topics We Explore:

* Tim’s personal story of overcoming financial and parental cycles

* The concept of financial parentlessness and how Bitcoin aims to solve it

* The importance of mastering one’s craft and the role of proof of work

* Decentralization, sovereignty, and rules without rulers

* Ancient indigenous wisdom and its relevance to modern decentralization

* The role of consciousness, ego, and connection to source in leadership

* Building movement mastery through storytelling and mastery hours

* The significance of stewarding energy, power, and lineage for systemic change

Resources & Links:

* studybitcoin100.com — Free resource to learn Bitcoin intensely

* generationbitcoin.co — About Tim’s movement for generational wealth

* Bitcoin Heirloom Book — A tool for passing down Bitcoin stories and values

Tim Sae Koo Bio:

Tim Sae Koo is a first-time father and second-time founder building Generation Bitcoin, a company and movement helping parents break the cycle of financial parentlessness by preparing their next generation for a Bitcoin Standard.

After 7 years as an exited technology founder and then 7 guiding himself and others through psychedelic experiences, Tim has found his next movement worth his devotion: giving parents the tools and long-term thinking to pass down sound money, so their children grow up financially fluent and stand on financial grounds their parents never had.

His work sits at the intersection of generational stewardship, sovereign technology, and inner development. Through Generation Bitcoin, he is building a suite of technology products designed to make Bitcoin a living part of family life: from heirloom books and personalized children’s stories to community spaces for Bitcoin-aligned parents. Alongside this, he also mentors second-mountain founders on building profitable businesses that don’t require sacrificing the life around them.

Tim lives in Costa Rica with his partner, their son Kya, and their dog Bodhi, rooting in fatherhood, enjoying jungle living, and building a movement his son will one day be proud of.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:12 Mike’s journey from ExxonMobil to psychedelics

02:10 Pivotal ayahuasca experience in Peru

03:07 Backpacking in India and Southeast Asia

04:35 Discovering passion for psychedelics

05:17 Jump without the rope - inner knowing

06:33 Societal awakening and destiny

08:11 Being ahead of your time as a movement leader

09:08 The archetype of the fool and trickster

10:01 Misunderstanding and isolation in movement leadership

12:00 Building a healthy psychedelic ecosystem

13:17 Three pillars of the psychedelic movement

14:25 Culture, research, and policy interplay

15:43 Creating infrastructure for post-prohibition world

16:41 The importance of community as foundation

18:23 Decentralized networks and Teal organization principles

20:12 Avoiding hierarchical power and charismatic leaders

22:14 Self-management, wholeness, and evolutionary purpose

24:50 The role of agreements and boundaries

26:05 Up power vs down power in leadership

28:15 Transparency and authentic leadership

30:18 Embodiment and shadow work in leadership

31:54 Advice for future movement leaders

33:52 Community building and relationship focus

35:45 How to connect with Mike and his projects

Resources and Links:

https://globalpsychedelic.org/

https://mikemargolies.net/

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Mike Margolies Bio:

Mike Margolies is a psychedelic community catalyst and conversation creator. He is Co-Founder and Co-Steward of the Global Psychedelic Society, a central node for a decentralized network of Psychedelic Society leaders around the world, connecting and empowering them to thrive.

Mike has worked full-time in psychedelic education and community building since 2015, when he founded Psychedelic Seminars, an events and media platform for nuanced, open and honest conversations. Mike is also Co-Founder of the CryptoPsychedelic Summit. Behind the scenes, Mike has sparked and mentored numerous Psychedelic Societies and professional networks.

On the PsychSems stage, he has interviewed and featured a range of leaders including Michael Pollan, Johns Hopkins researchers, advocates at MAPS, and more.

Discover how dismantling patriarchal and colonial systems can lead to a more authentic, embodied, and inclusive future where the ones stewarding the new earth are those who think outside of the box and are most connected to Source.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergence and New Paradigms

05:31 Redefining Normal: The Impact of Cultural Conditioning

09:27 The Isolation of Neurodivergent Individuals

11:34 Understanding Neurodivergent Burnout

15:27 The Body as a Temple: Healing and Embodiment

20:46 The Role of Leadership in the New Paradigm

25:47 Matriarchy vs. Patriarchy: Building Movements

30:31 The Dangers of Spiritual Bypass and Authenticity

35:17 The Call to Civic Service and Community Building

Resources and Links:

https://www.kristinakyser.com/

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Kristina Kyser Bio:

Kristina (she/her) is a late-diagnosed AuDHD educator, former psychotherapist, and course creator with a PhD in English Literature and over 13 years of clinical experience. Her work bridges trauma healing, animist practice, and systems-level critique. She creates initiatory spaces that blend science, soul, and lived neurodivergence in service of collective remembering and repair.

Scarlett Lewis tragically lost her son, Jessie, in the Sandy Hook school shooting in 2012. In this deeply moving interview, Scarlet shares her powerful journey from tragedy to activism.Discover how her movement, Choose Love, is transforming schools worldwide and empowering people to respond to life's challenges with love, kindness, and compassion rather than anger, hatred, or revenge.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pain and Purpose

06:00 The Message of Nurturing, Healing Love

11:52 Finding Your Sacred Why

17:53 The Importance of Pain and Forgiveness

23:59 Building a Movement from Personal Experience

29:58 Living a Life of Service and Meaning

36:04 The Power of Asking for Help

41:52 Embracing Your Unique Calling

Resources and Links:

https://chooselovemovement.org/

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Scarlet Lewis Bio:

Scarlett Lewis is the founder of the Choose Love Movement™ , a non-profit that has positively influenced millions of children and educators in every state in the US and 135 countries. She is the author of Nurturing Healing Love: A Mother’s Journey of Hope & Forgiveness and From Sandy Hook to the World: How the Choose Love Movement Transforms Lives, as well as several children’s books.

After the tragic loss of her son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, Scarlett created revolutionary, award-winning, proactive and preventative solutions that teach essential life skills to help individuals learn and grow from pain instead of being overcome by it — empowering people of all ages to thoughtfully Choose Love™ in any circumstance.

Her programs are designed for all ages and stages of life. The movement’s reach extends beyond schools to homes, communities, foster care, at-risk youth, corrections, and more.

Scarlett has received numerous honors, including the 2024 AARP Purpose Prize Fellowship, the 2023 Karen Armstrong Humanitarian Award, recognition in Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2022 Bloomberg 50, and as a Forbes 50 Over 50 Impact Honoree. She has been featured on national and local media outlets including NBC, CBS, Fox News, and CNN.

Scarlett continues to speak worldwide, sharing a powerful message of courage, gratitude, forgiveness, and compassion that is transforming lives across the globe.

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He discusses the importance of nurturing one’s relationship with God, the distinction between spirituality and religion, and the role of community in spiritual practices. Zubin also reflects on his experiences with psychedelics, the lessons learned from the tech industry, and his vision for a new business model that prioritizes humanity and love. The conversation emphasizes the significance of surrender, trust, and dreaming big in both personal and professional endeavors.

Chapters:

00:00Introduction to Zubin Desai and His Journey

02:02The Awakening to Spirituality and Connection to God

05:49Nurturing the Relationship with the Divine

09:51Exploring Spirituality vs. Religion

13:47The Role of Community in Spiritual Practices

17:34The Impact of Psychedelics on Spiritual Awakening

21:29Building Conscious Technology: Realization Labs

26:27Lessons from the Tech Industry and Silicon Valley

30:38Creating a New Business Model for Humanity

34:31The Importance of Surrender and Trust in Business

38:20The Role of Love in Community and Technology

42:33Reflections on the Movement Maker Incubator

46:01Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Resources and Links:

https://torealize.com/

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Zubin Desai’s Bio:

Zubin Desai is the founder and CEO of Realization Labs. The company is building a platform called Realize, which is a digital sanctuary for self-realization and authentic community. Through Realize and its flagship experience, Love Notes, he’s building simple, sacred social tools that invite people to practice gratitude, devotion, and everyday communion with God—by whatever Name you use: Source, the Divine, the Universe. Rooted in Hawaiʻi, Zubin’s mission is audacious and clear: to help communities awaken their infinite potential and nurture our relationship with God, one Love Note and one community at a time.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Robert McPhee and his work

01:21 What led Robert to focus on values-based living

04:43 Defining personal values and their importance

09:59 Prioritizing values and managing over-devotion

14:19 Values and belonging in organizations and movements

20:25 Implementing values in organizations and community movements

28:17 The impact of values on brand and change management

34:18 The role of awareness and triggers in living values

36:25 The importance of values in navigating a chaotic world

Resources and Links:

https://valuesbasedlife.com/

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Robert MacPhee Bio:

Robert MacPhee is a coach, consultant, speaker and facilitator who helps people maximize their productivity and satisfaction. He is an expert in experiential learning, peak performance and leadership development. Robert is the author of the book “Living a Values Based Life”, the creator of the “Excellent Decisions” values-based leadership program, the former Director of Training for the Canfield Training Group, (Jack Canfield/The Success Principles), a Founding Member of the Transformational Leadership Council, a Co-Founder of the Southern California Association of Transformational Leaders, and a former Executive Board Member of the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of Conscious Capitalism.

Key Takeaways

* Olivia emphasizes the importance of integration in the psychedelic experience.

* She shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and finding purpose.

* The conversation explores the shadow side of leadership in spiritual communities.

* Olivia discusses the potential of AI to enhance communication and integration.

* Integration is not just about understanding but also about applying insights into daily life.

* The need for accessible and affordable integration tools is highlighted.

* Olivia believes in building a movement rather than just a business.

* She encourages female leaders to embrace their feminine energy in leadership roles.

* The importance of community and connection in the integration process is emphasized.

* Olivia’s work aims to create a supportive environment for facilitators and clients.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Psychedelics and Integration

03:22Olivia’s Journey: From Pain to Purpose

15:08The Shadow of Leadership in Spiritual Communities

26:09The Intersection of AI and Psychedelics

40:38Building a Movement vs. a Business

46:43Empowering Female Leaders in the Tech Sector

Links and Resources:

The Activation Project: https://www.tapintegration.com/

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Olivia MacDonell Bio:

Olivia MacDonell is a seasoned professional in the field of psychedelics with over five years of experience as an integration specialist. Her journey in this transformative realm began as a passionate educator, guiding individuals through profound frameworks to help them unlock their inner potential.

Recognizing the critical importance of integration as a fundamental aspect of the psychedelic journey, Olivia founded The Activation Project (TAP). TAP is a pioneering software platform dedicated to simplifying and revolutionizing psychedelic aftercare. Under Olivia’s visionary leadership, TAP is a transformative force in the field, providing accessible and affordable tools and resources for individuals on their integration journey.

Olivia is deeply committed to making integration(aftercare) an integral part of the psychedelic experience, ensuring that individuals receive the support they need to translate their insights into lasting positive change. Through her work at TAP, Olivia is reshaping the landscape of psychedelic therapy, empowering individuals to harness the full potential of their transformative experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mary Olivar and Her Work

07:26 Conscious Leadership at Whole Foods

15:25 The Center for Shamanic Education and Exchange

22:35 The Importance of Indigenous Wisdom

30:14 Supporting Indigenous Communities

37:55 Fundraising and Community Engagement

43:39 Legacy and Future Vision

Resources and Links:

https://shamaniceducation.org/

Donate: https://shamaniceducation.org/donate/

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Mary Olivar Bio:

Part songbird, part wise woman, and a tree-hugging earth-mama-bear, Mary Olivar is a mission-driven leader and community connector dedicated to fostering greater peace and harmony worldwide. She serves as Executive Director of the Center for Shamanic Education and Exchange, a nonprofit that supports Indigenous-directed projects sustaining spiritual traditions and elder wisdom. An ally to Indigenous communities, Mary has been a champion for natural and plant medicines and wisdom traditions as enduring sources of healing and the continuation of ancestral ways.

Cynthia has spent years exploring eco-villages and community-led living models around the world, helping people rethink what it means to belong, share resources, and build a life rooted in connection rather than isolation.

In this episode, we talk about why so many people are craving deeper forms of belonging, how intentional communities are structured, and what it actually takes to create a way of living that supports housing, health, relationships, and the land itself.

Whether you’re dreaming of community living or simply looking for ways to bring more cooperation and care into your own life, Cynthia offers a grounded, hopeful vision for what’s possible.

Links:

https://communityfinders.com/

Cynthia Tina Bio:

Cynthia Tina helps people discover intentional community living for better housing, health, and happiness. She has traveled to 200+ intentional communities around the world and resides in a Vermont ecovillage in her self-built natural home. Her speaking, businesses, and consultancy have contributed to the growth of numerous community-led housing projects. She is the founder of CommunityFinders and Ecovillage Tours, as well as the author of the forthcoming book, Return to Belonging.

Formerly a Co-Director, Cynthia is a partner and educator with the Foundation for Intentional Community. She’s a trustee on the board of the International Communal Studies Association and a former trustee of the Global Ecovillage Network. She holds a degree in Sustainability from Goddard College, as well as certificates in Permaculture and Ecovillage Design, and Yoga Teacher Training.

In this insightful interview, Nina Hersher, one of the worlds top digital wellness experts, discusses the importance of digital wellness and how it impacts our lives. She shares her personal journey creating a global movement called Digital Wellness Day and offers advice for movement leaders on building global initiatives. The conversation delves into the balance between technology use and personal well-being, emphasizing the need for intentionality and self-care especially when it comes from top down leadership.

Key Takeaways

* Digital wellness is about achieving optimal well-being while using technology.

* Nina Hersher emphasizes the importance of finding joy in the process of building movements.

* The Digital Resilience Lab offers strategies to address screen-related health challenges.

* Digital Wellness Day is a global initiative to promote healthy tech habits.

* Nina shares her personal journey with a stutter and how it shaped her views on connection and movement building.

* The digital flourishing wheel helps individuals engage positively with technology.

* Movement makers should focus on reciprocity and energy exchange to build successful initiatives.

* Nina advises setting clear boundaries with technology to maintain balance.

* The importance of in-person connections and community in the digital age.

* Nina encourages movement makers to listen, iterate, and adapt to changing needs.

Links and Resources:

* https://ninahersher.com/about-nina-hersher

* Digital Wellness day: https://www.digitalwellnessday.com/

* The Digital Wellness Institute: https://www.digitalwellnessinstitute.com/

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Nina Hersher Bio:

Nina Hersher is a globally recognized thought leader and highly sought-after speaker at the intersection of technology and wellness. She holds an MSW specializing in Digital Culture and Program Development and is the Founder of the Digital Resilience Lab, home of the Digital Resilience Certificate Program. This program equips educators and health professionals with actionable strategies to address screen-related health challenges like insomnia, burnout, and nervous system dysregulation.

Hersher co-founded Annual Digital Wellness Day, a global initiative that has reached over 17 million people in 64 countries and, in 2024, featured participation from the U.S. Surgeon General..

Hersher is also the Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer of the Digital Wellness Institute, where she has played a key role in shaping the field. Her contributions include co-founding the Digital Flourishing® wheel and approach, which led to the first scientifically validated survey measuring well-being in the digital era. She also spearheaded the development of the first nationally accredited Certified Digital Wellness Educator program through an educational impact partnership with the Emmy Award-winning documentary The Social Dilemma.

We cannot talk about building the New Earth, without talking about climate justice. In this episode, Brittany Janis, Executive Director of the Open Environmental Data Project, discusses the importance of open and equitable environmental data systems. She shares insights on how these systems empower communities, inform climate action, and the challenges faced under different political administrations. The conversation also explores the role of AI in environmental data and the significance of coalition building for effective advocacy and movement building.

Key Takeaways

* Open Environmental Data Project empowers communities with accessible data.

* Equitable data systems are crucial for informed climate action.

* Political changes impact environmental data accessibility.

* AI has potential in environmental data analysis.

* Coalition building strengthens advocacy efforts.

* Transparency in data usage is vital for community trust.

* Environmental justice requires community-centered data approaches.

* Data sovereignty and privacy are key in AI applications.

* Collaboration enhances resource efficiency in environmental projects.

* Volunteers play a crucial role in data archiving and advocacy.

Resources:

* https://www.openenvironmentaldata.org/

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Brittany Janis Bio:

Brittany Janis is Executive Director of the Open Environmental Data Project (OEDP) and a founding member of the Public Environmental Data Partners (PEDP) coalition. She advances open, equitable environmental data systems that empower communities and inform climate action. Previously, she was Associate Director of the Environment and Natural Resources Program and the Science, Technology, and Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center, and led its Arctic Initiative.

A coalition builder, she co-founded Harvard Alumni for Climate and the Environment and serves on the Women’s Environmental Network (WEN) SF board and the HKS SF alumni board. Her background includes nonprofit leadership and fundraising, including Major Gifts Officer at Environmental Defense Fund and President of AFP Golden Gate.

She holds an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School, an MA in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, and a BA from Case Western Reserve University. She lives in San Francisco (mostly) and western Massachusetts.

From growing up in Oakland to becoming a national movement maker for boys’ and men’s emotional health, Ashanti shares how pain can become purpose and how leadership rooted in love can transform schools, systems, and souls. Together, they unpack the intersections of conscious masculinity, trauma-informed education, social justice, and spiritual awakening—inviting listeners to consider how their own life experiences are shaping their sacred work in the world.

If you’re a changemaker, educator, or seeker longing to lead from authenticity and service, this episode will help you reconnect to your deeper “why” and walk your karmic path with courage.

Links and Resources:

https://everforwardclub.org/

https://everforwardclub.org/millionmaskmovement

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Ashanti Bio:

Ashanti Branch is a recipient of the 2023 US Surgeon General’s Medallion, 4x Tedx speaker, podcaster, and Fulbright Fellow. His work with youth as an ‘emotional locksmith’ has been featured on CNN’s This is Life with Lisa Ling, and on the Kelly Clarkson Show. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating the student dropout rate through youth mentorship. And he is the creator of the award-winning #MillionMaskMovement, with 75,000 participants worldwide.

Together, they discuss practical ways to connect with ancestors, the significance of balancing feminine and masculine energies, and the true story of Mary Magdalene as a symbol of empowerment for the feminine rising.

The conversation culminates in a discussion about the healing work needed in Minneapolis, highlighting the collective responsibility to address societal wounds.

Key Takeaways

* Ancestral connections can provide guidance and support in leading and driving your soul’s mission forward.

* Daily practices can help connect with ancestors and receive their wisdom.

* The balance of feminine and masculine energies is essential for personal and collective empowerment.

* Mary Magdalene represents the divine feminine and the importance of women’s roles in history.

* Healing collective wounds requires community and shared values.

* Rituals and storytelling are powerful tools for movement building.

* The current societal challenges are rooted in historical trauma that needs to be addressed.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Magical Mags

01:06 Magdalena’s Journey to Ancestral Healing

05:26 The Power of Responsibility in Healing and Collective Repair

08:02 Connecting with Ancestors: Practices and Insights

14:05 Exploring Scandinavian Ancestry and Runes

22:03 Balancing the Feminine and Masculine Energies

26:05 The True Story of Mary Magdalene

31:36 Healing the Collective Wounds in Minneapolis

Misty Magdalena Grace Bio:

Known as “The Healer’s Healer” & Abundance Alchemist.

Magdalena blends mystical wisdom with practical business/life coaching.

As founder of The Lotus Throne Coaching & Healing Sanctuary, she helps mompreneurs and conscious entrepreneurs alchemize grief, trauma, and addiction that holds them back in their careers and life into health, wealth, and relationship transformation - all the way to the ancestral root cause level.

With 25+ years coaching 20,000+ people across fitness, sales and business, Magdalena now integrates shadow work, ancestral healing and the 12-Week Year framework so feminine flow meets aligned action in elevating you to live your best life without dwelling on pain from your past.

A recovering workaholic due to PTSD and intense life events, she knows a bit about grief and pain as she has lost 13 friends/clients to suicide, all of her parents and brother by the time she was 42, as well as many people to addiction related deaths in her life.

She struggled with addiction silently for years as her wounds took over her mind and body. She hit rock bottom in 2020 and through a dark night of the soul Spiritual awakening, much work with sacred plant medicines, not sure she wanted to live anymore....but chose life. Through an intense journey she found hope and healing and turned her pain into her purpose.

She has also been through divorce and is a new single mom who has found her purpose through all of it.

Her lived grief and addiction recovery and athletic background fuel a compassionate, results-driven container for deep change.

She is a full time medicine woman and alchemist located in Southern California where she lives with her 2 kids, 2 witchy cats and also travels to different places wherever the ancestors call her to help with healing clients, speaking engagements and is currently working on her ancestral trauma book that will be released later this year.

This week on The Call to Rise, Makenzie Darling had the deep honor of sitting down with Master Mingtong Gu—a lineage holder of Wisdom Healing Qigong and a teacher whose very presence feels like standing in a field of stillness and joy.

In a world that glorifies speed, strategy, and “hustle,” Master Mingtong reminds us that true leadership doesn’t come from doing more, but comes from being more present.

He speaks about embodiment not as a trendy word, but as the ancient art of aligning energy, emotion, and intention so deeply that our movements in the world become medicine.

For movement makers, this conversation is absolutely essential because every movement begins in the body — in how we breathe through tension, how we root amidst chaos, and how we channel the collective energy that wants to move through us.

Together, we explore:

✨ The energetic roots of burnout and how to transmute it into power.

✨ Why stillness is not passivity but potency.

✨ The bridge between ancient Qigong wisdom and modern leadership.

✨ How embodied presence becomes the architecture of a regenerative culture.

This isn’t just a conversation — it’s a transmission. One that will leave you grounded, inspired, and more attuned to the subtle intelligence that leads all great movements: the body itself.

If you feel called, share this one with your community. It’s time for our leadership to be rooted not just in vision, but in vitality.

Resources:

* The Chi Center: https://chicenter.com/

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Mingtong Gu’s Bio:

Master Mingtong Gu is a visionary leader and spiritual teacher known for his calm presence, joyful wisdom, and grounded clarity. Trained at the renowned medicineless Qigong hospital in China, he carries the lineage of Wisdom Healing Qigong, offering ancient energy practices for modern transformation.

Influenced by Buddhist, Taoist, Christian, and Shamanic traditions, Mingtong bridges timeless inner technologies with today’s leadership challenges. He’s been a featured teacher at Spirit Rock, Esalen, Omega, Kripalu, and has appeared on PBS, Wisdom 2.0, and The Shift Network.

Mingtong founded The Chi Center to teach Qigong globally, and later established Southwest Sanctuary, a 150-acre retreat center near Santa Fe devoted to earth-based and embodiment traditions, built without outside investment.

He leads a global movement: “Coming Home to Embodied Awakening: Reclaim Your Power, Connection, and Presence in the Age of AI.” This work calls us to awaken the inner healer and inner leader and reclaim our full humanity.

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He emphasizes the importance of understanding intrinsic values and the role of higher purpose in overcoming societal polarization. McIntosh shares insights from his work at the Institute for Cultural Evolution and highlights the significance of traditional values in contemporary movements. He advocates for a heart-centered approach to movement making, urging change makers to connect with deeper meanings and transcendence in their efforts to create a better world.

Key takeaways

* Steve McIntosh emphasizes the connection between politics and spirituality.

* Cultural evolution is a coevolution of consciousness and culture.

* A higher purpose is essential for overcoming societal polarization.

* Traditional values can contribute to the evolution of consciousness.

* Movement makers should focus on heart-centered approaches.

* The Omega Point represents a future goal of evolution.

* Understanding different worldviews enhances cultural intelligence.

* Political hate undermines effective movement building.

* Solidarity and loyalty are crucial for successful movements.

* Transcendence and deeper meaning energize social movements.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Steve McIntosh

02:29From Politics to Spirituality

10:46Insights from the Institute for Cultural Evolution

21:36Cultural Evolution and Movement Making

34:27The Importance of Traditional Values

37:57Building Movements with Heart and Purpose

45:02The Omega Point and Future of Humanity

Resources and Links

https://www.stevemcintosh.com/

https://www.culturalevolution.org/

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Steve McIntosh Bio:

Steve McIntosh is a philosopher of noosphere evolution. Influenced by the philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead and Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, his work focuses on understanding intrinsic value and furthering the development of human culture. Writing in the emerging field of developmental philosophy, McIntosh has authored four books: Developmental Politics (2020), The Presence of the Infinite (2015), Evolution’s Purpose (2012), and Integral Consciousness and the Future of Evolution (2007). His fifth philosophy book, Truth Emerging, will be published by Orbis Books in 2026. Since 2013, McIntosh has served as cofounder and director of the Institute for Cultural Evolution, a nonprofit organization helping us to heal the political divide.

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, launching a grassroots campaign, or gathering people for transformational experiences, the culture you build matters as much as your mission. Misha shares practical insights from years of creating consent-based spaces that foster genuine connection, collective creativity, and shared power.

You’ll discover:

* How to weave consent practices into your events, retreats, and communities

* Why safety and trust are essential foundations for any social impact or spiritual movement

* Tools for navigating boundaries while keeping your vision alive

* Lessons from SoulPlay and Bonobo on building thriving, inclusive cultures

If you’re a changemaker, movement builder, or sacred rebel who wants your work to be truly liberatory, this conversation will give you both inspiration and actionable strategies.

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Misha Bonaventura Bio:

Misha Bonaventura is the producer of SoulPlay, where she creates transformative experiences that expand participants’ capacity for authentic self-expression and personal growth through meaningful connection and play. Her work focuses on guiding individuals to uncover new depths, embrace their truth, and step boldly into their fullness.

With nearly a decade of experience in community building and relationship coaching, Misha co-produced Bonobo Network from 2017-2024, supporting sex-positive communities and helping individuals worldwide create more pleasure and authentic connection in their lives. She developed innovative policies around accountability and consent, applying harm reduction and transformative justice principles to community practices.

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Together we discuss:

Why stress management isn’t a luxury but a leadership necessity in today’s fast-paced world.

How the chakra system offers a holistic roadmap for energy, resilience, and emotional balance.

Practical rituals and mindset shifts to support your well-being, your team, and your movement for the long haul.

If you’re a founder, leader, or visionary carrying big work in the world, this episode will help you protect your energy, align your leadership, and keep your fire alive.

Listen now and learn how to transform stress into sustainable power for your movement.

Resources and Links:

Anam Cara Healing Center: https://www.anamcarahealing.center/

Workplace Wellnes: https://www.anamcarahealing.center/workplace-wellness

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Hannah Talbot Bio:

Hannah Talbot is the visionary founder of Anam Cara Healing Center, a sanctuary for whole-self thriving in downtown Spokane and beyond. With over 20 years of leadership and entrepreneurial experience, she now empowers teams, communities, and individuals through somatic energy practices, ritual, and mindfulness. Hannah is the creator of the Somatic Energy Practitioner Certification, host of international retreats, and author of the upcoming book Not at the Expense of You. Her mission is to help people reclaim balance, ignite creativity, and build lives of abundance and ease.

In this episode of The Call to Rise Podcast, I sit down with Larry Norris, co-founder of Decriminalize Nature, to explore how a grassroots idea grew into a national movement reshaping public policy around plant medicine and consciousness.

Larry shares the behind-the-scenes story of how Decriminalize Nature started at the city level and spread across the country, offering a powerful case study in grassroots organizing, coalition building, and movement leadership. We dive into:

🌱 How to turn a spark of inspiration into a local campaign

🌱 The practical steps to mobilize community and influence city policy

🌱 The deeper spiritual vision of reconnecting with source, nature, and consciousness

If you’re a changemaker, activist, or leader looking to build your own movement—or to shift public policy in your city—this episode is a roadmap for both strategy and soul.

Links and Resources:

https://decriminalizenature.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-norris-phd/

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Larry Norris, PhD Bio:

Larry is the co-founder and board member of Decriminalize Nature (DN), which sprouted from Oakland in 2019. He advocates for the unalienable right to develop one’s own relationship with Nature and aims to support efforts to decriminalize entheogenic plants and fungi (e.g., ayahuasca, iboga, cacti, mushrooms) at the city level. As of 2024, over 25 cities and counties have decriminalized entheogenic plants and fungi nationwide. Larry is the co-lead for DN’s national outreach, and supports many cities across the USA and internationally who are seeking to propose similar legislation to their local government. He is also helping to support grassroots, community-driven, bottom-up approach to entheogenic healing.

A new type of leader is being called forward. Empaths are not too sensitive to lead; in fact, it is their sensitivities and wide-open hearts that are exactly what the world needs. In this Call to Rise episode, Makenzie speaks with Laura Rowe about why highly sensitive, intuitive people must step into sacred leadership now. Learn practical tools for setting boundaries, nervous system regulation, and transforming empathy into effective action, so you can lead with heart and strategy.

Laura Rowe Bio:

Laura Rowe is an intuitive healer, empath mentor, and founder of The Vital Spirit. She helps empaths and sensitive souls heal from trauma, manage their energy, and live authentically in a world that often misunderstands sensitivity. Laura blends practical tools with grounded spirituality, making complex subjects feel both relatable and empowering.

Resources and Links:

The Vital Spirit Website: https://thevitalspirit.net/

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In this thought-provoking conversation, Bob Otis — founder of Sacred Garden Community, a multi-sacrament spiritual/religious organization — shares how he’s creating a thriving community of practice rooted in “least dogma.”

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We explore how Sacred Garden cultivates inclusive, multi-tradition spaces for healing, spiritual growth, and entheogenic practice; why minimizing doctrine attracts diverse seekers; and practical lessons for movement makers who want to create their own values-aligned communities.

Perfect for changemakers, spiritual leaders, and community builders seeking to combine ancient wisdom, modern strategy, and inclusive principles to support their people.

Bob "Otis" Stanley Bio:

Bob “Otis” Stanley, holds degrees in psychology and religious studies, with post-graduate sociology and cognitive studies, and a Master’s in Divinity from the University of Chicago. He is the Senior Pastor and Chief Garden Steward (Board Chair equivalent) for Sacred Garden Community Church. He  was also a founding Chairperson for Decriminalize Nature in Oakland, a co-founder of Sacred Plant Alliance, and a founding Chairperson for Alma’s facilitation training Institute. He has been an invited presenter and advisor for Oregon, California, and Colorado decriminalization / legalization policy initiatives.

Resources and Links:

Sacred Garden Community: Sacredgarden.life

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Artist and visionary leader Shiloh Sophia joins Makenzie Darling to explore how connecting with Source energy can fuel creativity, activism, and movement building.

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In this inspiring conversation, Shiloh shares her personal practices for accessing deep inner guidance, staying resourced as a changemaker, and using art as a sacred tool for social impact.

Whether you’re a spiritual entrepreneur, community organizer, or creative activist, you’ll discover practical ways to align with your higher purpose, channel inspiration into action, and sustain your movement with authentic power.

Shiloh Sophia Bio:

Shiloh Sophia lives life as a great adventure narrated by the creative fire of her Muse! She has dedicated her life to the belief that self-expression is a basic human right and shares her message with thousands around the world through her paintings, poetry, and teachings. She leads a global movement of revolutionary education focused in Intentional Creativity®, as offered in the Color of Woman Teacher Training. She co-founded a Studio and Center for Intentional Creativity®, MUSEA, in Sonoma, California. Most mornings, she can be found having tea with her Muse, pouring over quantum physics, philosophy, and sacred texts in the Red Thread Cafe.

Resources and Links:

MUSEA: https://musea.org

Shiloh Sophia Website: https://www.shilohsophiastudios.com/

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She emphasizes the need for balance in activism, the significance of dreams in connecting with ancestors, and the transformative power of radical love. Through her work, she aims to heal cultural and intergenerational trauma, advocating for a holistic approach to movement building that honors both the past and the future.

Key Takeaways

* Decolonizing the psyche involves making whole what is fractured.

* The theater of protest serves a vital but temporary role in activism.

* Spiritual activism requires tending to one’s inner world.

* Cultural change is rooted in understanding our ancestral legacies.

* Value systems drive movements and must be transformed for effective change.

* Dreams are a primary site of connection with ancestors.

* Ancestral reverence practices are ancient and cross-cultural.

* The dead can change and become sources of wisdom.

* Radical love is essential for healing and movement building.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Dr. Amber McZeal

04:33Decolonizing the Psyche: Understanding the Concept

09:33Theater of Protest and Spiritual Activism

14:30Finding Balance in Activism and Inner Work

19:17Cultural Change and Ancestral Healing

24:09Transforming Value Systems for Movement Building

28:55The Role of Dreams in Ancestral Connection

33:55Legacy and the Power of Radical Love

Resources and Links

https://decolonizingthepsyche.com/

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In this episode of the Call to Rise podcast, host Mackenzie Darling speaks with Bruce Cryer, a pioneer in heart intelligence and co-founder of the HeartMath Institute. They explore the concept of heart intelligence, its significance in leadership, and the shift from heart-centered to head-centered thinking in Western culture. Bruce shares insights on integrating heart into technology, the importance of building movements with care, and the challenges of communication in a digital age. He also discusses the current political landscape and introduces his Vibrato Method, a tool for emotional relief and well-being.

Key Takeaways

Heart intelligence is a concept that combines emotional and cognitive understanding.

The heart has been revered in many spiritual traditions as a source of wisdom.

Leadership often overlooks the importance of heart intelligence.

The shift from heart to head in Western culture has led to disconnection.

Technology should incorporate heart-centered values to foster well-being.

Building a movement requires care and connection with the community.

Effective communication is essential for maintaining relationships.

Political movements often stem from fear rather than love and unity.

The Vibrato Method offers practical tools for emotional relief.

Nature can inspire wellness practices and help us reconnect with ourselves.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Heart Intelligence

01:07The Concept of Heart Intelligence

04:37The Shift from Heart to Head

09:16Integrating Heart into Technology

14:08Building a Movement vs. a Business

21:40Creating a Culture of Care

28:51The Importance of Communication and Connection

34:01The Essence of Movement Making

37:46Political Movements and the Heart

43:00The Vibrato Method: A Tool for Relief

Resources and Links:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucecryer/

Bruce’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bruce_cryer/?hl=en

HeartMath: https://www.heartmath.com

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