Together, we explore how psychedelic experiences and breath work can help release emotional containers, fostering a deeper connection with ourselves and the world around us.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about rediscovering love and living authentically.As always, you can check out the full episode here on Substack or on Apple and Spotify podcasts.

Shine on, my friends.

~ Justin

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Warm Greetings

00:34 Discussing Enneagram Types

01:58 Reading from 'Hearticulations'

04:21 Introducing Stacey Tompkins

05:18 Stacey's Journey and Life Experiences

10:10 The Value of Travel and Cultural Immersion

20:57 Reflections on Awe and Connection

27:09 Early Childhood Programming and Healing

38:28 The Role of Psychedelics in Healing

42:29 Healing Old Wounds with Medicine

43:19 The Legacy of Ancestral Suffering

44:22 Veterans and the Struggle of Transition

45:46 Rick Perry's Psychedelic Advocacy

47:35 The Power of Jungle Medicine

01:03:24 Breath Trance and Consciousness

01:06:33 The Irony of Psychedelic Prohibition

01:11:03 The Science and Advocacy of Psychedelics

01:17:32 Concluding Thoughts on Love and Healing

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00:00 The Moment of Impact

00:43 The Harsh Reality of Captivity

01:39 The Stockdale Paradox

01:52 Lessons from Plebe Summer

02:49 Discovering Stoicism

04:19 The Bamboo Analogy

05:00 Applying the Paradox to Modern Life

06:13 Confronting Brutal Facts with Hope

06:55 Final Words of Resilience

Tom shares his incredible journey from his early days in the Marine Corps to his extraordinary leadership during our combat deployment in Afghanistan. We delve into some of the pivotal moments, both challenging and inspiring, that defined our time in the service.

Tom's unwavering commitment to his Marines, his empathetic approach to leadership, and the profound lessons he has carried throughout his career offer invaluable insights for anyone seeking to lead with integrity and compassion.

Join us for an honest and powerful conversation that celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest Marines I have ever had the honor to serve with.

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

01:37 Tom Dolan's Background and Career Overview

02:36 Life in Montana and Outdoor Adventures

03:48 The Positivity of Dogs

09:56 Reflecting on Leadership and Commanding Officers

13:00 Becoming the First MARSOC FAC

14:14 Experiences with MARSOC and Special Operations

25:49 Transitioning Back to the Regular Marine Corps

30:51 Challenges and Reflections on Aviation

47:16 The Importance of Leadership and Respect

48:22 Combat Deployment and Command

49:26 Challenges of Returning from Deployment

51:58 Preparing for Afghanistan Deployment

54:04 Splitting the Squadron for Iraq and Afghanistan

01:00:10 The Decision to Rescue Downed Pilots

01:04:48 Executing the Rescue Mission

01:18:32 Reflecting on Leadership and Decision Making

01:30:24 Reflecting on QRF and Trust in the Field

01:31:18 The Decision-Making Process in Combat

01:32:52 Heroic Actions and Trust in the Squadron

01:36:52 A Memorable Deployment and Its Challenges

01:41:00 The Burden of Command and Coping with Loss

01:46:00 Leadership and Empathy in Difficult Times

02:05:57 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life

02:13:08 Finding Solace in Nature and Helping Others

02:14:43 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

Chase shares his poignant story about growing up with a troubled family background, serving in the military, enduring the depths of substance abuse, and ultimately finding hope and healing through psychedelic therapy, specifically Ibogaine.

His transformation not only highlights the immense potential of these treatments but also underscores their importance in the broader context of mental health and addiction recovery. This episode is a heartfelt testament to the power of resilience, the significance of emotional healing, and the boundless possibilities that lie at the intersection of science and spirituality.

Timestamps

01:05 Chase Rowan's Background and Early Life

03:50 Struggles with Addiction and Military Service

11:12 Rehabilitation Attempts and Relapses

16:10 The Turning Point: Discovering Ibogaine

20:23 The Road to Recovery

28:44 A New Beginning: Walking on the Beach

29:04 Crossing the Border: Arrival in Mexico

29:49 The Ceremony Begins: Setting Intentions

30:11 Safety First: Screening and Preparations

33:30 The Psychedelic Experience: Facing Inner Demons

34:45 Revisiting Childhood Memories

35:59 Confronting Family Trauma

38:54 The Power of Healing: Post-Experience Reflections

40:12 The Role of Psychedelics in Mental Health

52:47 Veterans Leading the Psychedelic Movement

01:02:13 Confronting Fear and Trauma

01:02:59 Unexpected Connections

01:04:20 The Struggle for Purpose

01:06:18 Veterans Leading the Way

01:08:14 The Power of Psychedelic Medicine

01:11:50 The Importance of Emotional Healing

01:15:34 Spreading Awareness and Support

01:17:49 The Future of Psychedelic Therapy

01:27:23 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

In this wide-ranging episode, I speak with Mákete—one of my favorite humans, a gifted songwriter, and Glacier National Park guide—about everything from grizzly bears and heartbreak to the sacred technology of biology and why some songs make us weep (and want to live better).

We reflect on:

* 🌲 How a physics class bathroom break led him from engineering school to grizzly bear conservation

* 🎶 The paradox of music as both heartbreak and healing

* 🐻 What bears teach us about presence, power, and peace

* 💀 Near-death experiences, soul contracts, and the odds of our existence

* 🤍 Why Earth isn’t a courtroom—it’s a classroom

If you’ve been craving stillness, meaning, or that subtle nudge back toward wonder, you’ll want to sit with this one. The episode is also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Want to hear more from Mákete? His music is available on Spotify and Apple Music. Please give him a listen!

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A sudden fever. Hallucinations. A rush to the hospital. Spinal meningitis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever—at the same time. I was nine years old.

That was the first time I remember brushing up against death, but not the last. There have been others—on highways, in combat zones, in quiet moments of collapse. And yet, somehow, I’m still here. So are you.

This video is a meditation on that fact. On how fragile we are. And how unfathomably unlikely our existence really is.

It begins with a childhood memory and ends with a question: What would change if we really understood how miraculous it is that we’re alive?

We are the sugar cube. We are the quarter. And this life? It’s no accident.

▶️ Watch the full video. Then share it with someone who might need a reminder: you’re not a mistake. You're a miracle.

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Through Feather and Fire is a space where strategy meets soul. In these conversations, we’ll explore what it means to lead from the inside out—to hold tension, to grow through failure, and to build things that matter with both strength and softness.

If you’ve ever wrestled with ego, identity, or how to lead with integrity in high-stakes environments, this episode is for you.

This is not a podcast about being perfect. It’s about becoming someone worth following.

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