Tapping Into Spirit

Episode 41: Its a Family Affair - Developing our children on the path of spirituality Part II

Episode  |  February 19th, 2021  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 2 mins

In this episode, we pick up from episode one and continued to talk with Derek Biggs and Mwenda Kudumu about their use of spirit in their family and combining different perspectives. We explore the possibility of Love as a universal and interacting with others from a place of no judgment no matter who or how they are.

Episode 42: Interview with Naturopath Dr. Patricia Crisp

Episode  |  February 19th, 2021  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 4 mins

Dr. Crisp talks with us about her unique methods for assisting others in their healing. She offers insights and useful interventions for healing the traumas that result from fear anger and sorrow. We discuss ways to tap into the energy of the Creator and stay in a place of positive affirmation.

Episode 40: Its a Family Affair - Developing our children on the path of spirituality

Episode  |  February 6th, 2021  |  Season 2  |  48 mins 44 secs

In part one of this discussion, we are joined again by Derek Biggs and Mwenda Kudumu who come in to share more about the impact of spirituality extending this time to the family structure. We end up getting into some other topics related to politics and spirituality in addition to the impact that Race and Caste play in our approach to spirituality. We explore the concept of seeing God in everyone and what that really means in terms of those who are evil or who would come for us in a hostile manner.

Episode 39: Interview with Dr. Adisa Ajamu - Spirituality and the movie Soul.

Episode  |  January 5th, 2021  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 13 mins

In this episode we discuss the concept of power and the ability to utilize our spiritual force to produce change and create the world we want for ourselves. In processing the elements of the movie Soul we consider how this movie was created and process the messages that were evident in the movie. Throughout the discussion, we present challenging questions that allow one to consider spiritiual possibilities that maybe were not possible previously.

Episode 38: Understanding African foundations of spirituality from an Ancient Egyptian perspective with Sehu Ankh Khepera

Episode  |  December 20th, 2020  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 1 min

Discussed the etiology of religion and what is needed for a religion as well as the impact of myth on religion. We also touch on the science of ancient African spiritual systems and how they have been passed down to current traditions. Processed the concept of recognizing the Divine in us and what that means in terms of maximizing our potential for inspiration and ongoing growth. Lastly looked at the importance of emphasizing the inner work that is involved in the practice of yoga as opposed to the current contemporary focus on outer results.

Episode 37: Spiritual Transition: Moving from Christianity to African Spiritual Systems

Episode  |  December 12th, 2020  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 18 mins

In this session we discuss the process of moving into a different spiritual system and the challenges and benefits of this with Iyanifa Ifetayo Fakayode. We explore what its like to reorient your mind, breaking conditioning and habits that may keep us from fully connecting to spirit, and allow new ways of thinking to flow in. We also processed that this process does not require the total abandonment of previous patterns. Lastly discussed allowing people to be where they are recognizing that we each grow at our own pace.

Episode 36: Interview with Dr. Adisa Ajamu - Musings on Religion, Spirituality and Spirit

Episode  |  November 14th, 2020  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 13 mins

fear, religion, spirit, spirituality

Im joined by my good friend and colleague to discuss and philosophize about religion and spirituality and the manner in which it impacts us individually and collectively. We process the origins of being a spiritual cynic and the transformation to being a critical thinker capable of questioning and pondering the manifestation of spirit for us all. In the discussion we offer up challenging questions that deal with the fear and anxiety with questioning the known and unknown that has been ingrained in us since birth. This is the first of several conversations.

Episode 35: Tapping into The Four Agreements with Bakari Smith

Episode  |  November 6th, 2020  |  Season 2  |  1 hr 18 mins

four agreements, spirit, toltec

We discuss the concepts of the Toltec tradition with a member of Generation Z. We looked at the simple but complex concepts that make up the Toltec tradition and discuss the practical application of the various agreements in everyday life. We consider the possibility of life if everyone lived according to these principles.

Episode 34: Interview Pt 2 with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap Midlantic Wellness Center

Episode  |  September 1st, 2020  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 3 mins

chakras, crystals, healing, reiki

In part two of our conversation with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap we discuss the healing properties of crystals and her attraction to them at a young age. We discussed methods for utilizing various types of crystals and ways to clean them. We discussed the energy centers known as Chakras and their relationship to crystals. Lastly we discussed Integrated Energy Healing and the methods she uses to work with her clients.

Episode 33: Interview with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap Midlantic Wellness Center

Episode  |  August 22nd, 2020  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 3 mins

We talked with Daphne Wright-Gilstrap about her foray into spirituality from a young girl. We discussed her ability to receive messages from the spirit world as a child and the progression of this ability into adulthood. Processed her work as a death dula helping people to transition to the spirit world and giving messages to those in the physical world from those in the spirit world. Discussed the concept of forgiveness from a spiritual perspective. FInally dicussed the ways that she receives and interprets messages from spirit and verification of this utilizing Evidence Based Mediumship.

Episode 32: Interview with Pastor Carl Kenney II - Managing ego amidst spirituality during these tumultuous times

Episode  |  July 24th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  58 mins 3 secs

In this interview, we discuss the topic of Ego and how the presence of ego can often override the true meaning of spirituality within any spiritual practice. We looked at methods for overcoming ego and focusing on the core concepts of a good spiritual practice. We also discuss issues related to the current unrest that plague the United States and what it will take to move through this time in a positive manner.

Episode 31: Working the path of spiritual self healing

Episode  |  July 11th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  52 mins 34 secs

In this episode we discuss what it means to practically engage the process of spiritual self healing. The concept of ego and its effect on this process is considered. We process the various methods for walking this path and the humility needed to find a space of balance.

Episode 30: Spirituality Self Care in the Age of Covid

Episode  |  July 5th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  45 mins 44 secs

We get together to discuss physical and mental health during the stressful times of Covid-19 and racial unrest in the country. Considered specific things we can do to remain healthy and avoid being pulled into negativity.

Episode 29: Interview with Ma'at Practitioner Hanif Nassor-Covington

Episode  |  June 12th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 27 secs

ma'at perfect

We discuss the spiritual concept of Ma'at and look at the practical application of this in every day life. Talked with Mr. Nassor-Covington about his evolution in regards to Ma'at. Reviewed the main principles of Ma'at and the 10 critical considerations. Discussed the concept of perfectibility and what is necessary to achieve perfection.

Episode 28: Interview with Couple Derek Biggs and Mwenda Kudumu Part I - Marriage with different religions

Episode  |  May 24th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 14 mins

different religions, marriage

In this episode we talk to two individuals with different approaches to spirituality and discuss the things that allow them to create a healthy thriving marriage. Various aspects of their approach in addition to challenges they have faced are discussed. We delve into the history of evolution and study as it relates to understanding spirituality from each of their perspectives.

Episode 27: Interview with Astrologer Samuel Reynolds Part II

Episode  |  May 8th, 2020  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 25 mins

Continued our dialogue about astrology with Samuel Reynolds. In this episode we go deeper into the meanings of various concepts and symbols, and how to interpret them. We also looked at an example of an astrological chart applied to a real person.