JASON BRETT SERLE: CRAZY WISDOM: EP. 264
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
Release Date: 03/30/2025
STEPHEN CHONG: TALES FROM THE AFTERLIFE; A NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
STEPHEN CHONG had a profound Spiritual Awakening Experience in 2019 after he fell five metres off a ladder and fractured his neck. Stephen says, "This life experience is what I know and understand to be a ‘Pivot or Turning Point’ … where I had to choose what happens after. It was about three months into the rehabilitation when things became a little clearer." Stepen's. new book, The Afterlife; A Journey To: Now You Know What Will Happen, delves into his Near-Death Experience (NDE) talking about what Heaven was like, how he came to understand the rules of Heaven, and the incredible...
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SONIA JHAS: HOW FREE DO YOU WANT TO BE?: EP. 276
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
SONIA JHAS is the South Asian award-winning mindset expert, speaker, certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and author of [Page Two; February 28, 2023], knows what it means to put off for tomorrow what you could be achieving today. Now she’s helping people achieve their goals without burning out or stretching themselves too thin. Sonia gave up her skyrocketing corporate career and began searching for a new path that resonated with her core. Eventually, she transformed her life through deep analysis, education, determination, and willpower. Through her journey, Sonia uncovered a deep...
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SUE BUSHELL: YOGA FOR ANYONE & CULTIVATING THE BEGINNER'S MIND: EP. 275
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
is a multi-award-winning writer transformed by over 25 years of dedicated yoga practice. Her exploration of this ancient discipline has shaped her understanding of wellness, spirituality, and extensive contributions to the media and publication industries. We talk about her new book, “Radiant Bliss” which offers a holistic approach to yoga, covering not just physical postures but also mental and spiritual practices. She also talks about the power of cultivating “the beginner’s mind.” Beyond personal practice, Sue has completed rigorous training, including a three-year...
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RAVINDER TAYLOR: MIND TRAINING; THE SCIENCE OF SELF-EMPOWERMENT: EP. 274
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
RAVINDER TAYLOR is not just a seasoned mind science researcher—she’s a captivating storyteller with a deeply inspiring journey. From triumphing over racial bigotry in the UK to healing herself from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ravinder’s life has been a testament to the extraordinary power of the mind. She transitioned from a biology lab to a 30-year career in hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, and researching mental empowerment, culminating in Mind Training. Ravinder makes complex neuroscience approachable and practical, sharing tools anyone can use to break free from self-limiting behaviors and...
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JOHN SOLLEDER: FROM PHYSICAL CHALLENGES TO WELLNESS: EP. 273
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
JOHN SOLLEDER discusses his personal journey with physical challenges from birth, through sports injuries, alcohol and food issues to becoming a vegan and exploring a variety of wellness protocols. He talks about his decades of experience in marketing supplements and his commitment to integrity and helping others. John has been a top earner in 4 network marketing companies in a 42 year career. He has also consulted for several of the top brands in the industry and worked alongside owners, top earners, as well as product formulators. He has written four books, Moving Up volume 1,...
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JENAE ALT: SEXUAL HEALTH, INTIMACY & SKINCARE WITH CBD: EP. 272
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
JENAE ALT is a trailblazer in women’s health and beauty, dedicated to empowering women through natural products. As founder of Neo Sensual, Jenae promotes sexual health and skincare, leveraging CBD’s transformative benefits. With a background in beauty and a passion for holistic wellness, she’s built a strong reputation in the cannabis industry. Jenae is also an award-winning actress, former news anchor, and founder of SkinnyWeed, a groundbreaking nano-encapsulated appetite suppressant. Known for creating impactful collaborations, she embodies a boss woman spirit, leading the way in...
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ANTRA GETZOFF & MARIA ENSEBELLA: REINVENTING COOL WITH CRYOTHERAPY: EP. 271
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
ANTRA GETZOFF & MARIA ENSEBELLA discuss the healing power of cryotherapy and their new book, “Reinventing Cool: How to Make COLD Your Best Ally Against Inflammation, Pain and Aging,” in which they explain the science behind why modern-day whole-body cryotherapy is not like ‘an ice bath on steroids’ and just why it really is the best option for your health. Antra Getzoff, born and schooled in Latvia, has been a cryotherapy & wellness entrepreneur for more than 13 years of her diverse career in business. Like most cryotherapy aficionados, she first discovered...
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PHIL WILSON: FAR INFRARED SAUNAS & LIVING IN THE "NOW": EP. 270
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
PHIL WILSON received an honors degree in mathematics in 1970 and then spent 5 years studying the history and philosophy of mathematics in graduate school. In 1970, he had an out-of-body experience and a kundalini awakening. These two incidents made Phil very sensitive and propelled him from the world of mathematics into the world of Holistic Health. Phil became a pioneer in the 1970s, promoting fasting, herbs, and a pure diet. In 1980, he opened a health food store and health food distribution company, focusing on selling cutting-edge nutritional products and massage tools to over 1,100...
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VICTORIA RADER, PhD:THE REALITY OF POSSIBILITY: EP.269
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
VICTORIA RADER, PHD, is a Possibility Coach® and founder of YU2SHINE, whose mission is to empower individuals to break free from limitations and live lives of prosperity, personal freedom, and fulfillment. Victoria is a global leader in Quantum Personal Development, blending cutting-edge quantum techniques with timeless wisdom. She’s been featured in Forbes, CNN, Fox, NBC, and ABC, and her transformational teachings have even reached the moon with SpaceX’s Lunar Legacy project!. Her engaging and deeply insightful approach resonates with spiritual seekers, visionary entrepreneurs, and...
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CARL ROTHSCHILD: RED LIGHT THERAPY: EP. 268
THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman
DR. CARL TROTHSCHILD is the founder, researcher, and owner of Trifecta Light™ Technologies, Inc., the industry leader in the LED Infrared/Red Light therapeutic healg light lamp modality. Beginning in 1979, Carl Rothschild, DC applied his deep desire to help his patients find their path to health in his successful chiropractic practice. A true lover of learning, ‘Dr. Carl’ continually researched many healing therapies and initially landed on LED. He developed numerous LED products for various companies. Further research led him to find ways to harness the power that lies in LED...
info_outlineJASON BRETT SERLE is a British writer, filmmaker, musician, Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) Master and licensed hypnotherapist with a particular focus on themes involving psychology, spirituality, wellness, and human potential.
He has written articles for Jain Spirit and Watkins magazines as well as interviewing people such as Eckhart Tolle, Robert Anton Wilson, Andrew Cohen, Jan Kersschot, and Amado Crowley. He is cited in Crowley's 2002 book Liber Alba: The Questions Most Often Asked of an Occult Master as being the only other person to have seen The Book of Desolation; a book purported to have been brought back from Cairo by his father, Aleister Crowley, in 1904.
In 2012 he wrote and produced his first documentary film, 'Mind Your Mind: A Primer for Psychological Independence' which looks at the psychological methods used to manipulate people and what they can do to protect themselves. He also composed and performed most of the soundtrack. The film is distributed by Journeyman Films in the UK and Film Media Group in the US, and it was an official selection for the London International Documentary Festival (LIDF) in 2012. We l\talk about:
1. What exactly is crazy wisdom, and what makes it a path worth exploring?
2. How does crazy wisdom differ from what you call in the book divine madness?
3. How does The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree challenge our conventional understanding of sanity?
4. Why is trans-rational thought—going beyond logic and reason—so often misunderstood?
5. What are some of the most striking historical examples of crazy-wisdom?
6. How can embracing crazy-wisdom lead to greater clarity and self-realization?
7. How has crazy-wisdom influenced art, literature, and culture throughout history?
8. Why do spiritual movements sometimes attract charlatans, and how can seekers distinguish
authenticity from deception?
9. What inspired you to explore this topic, and what impact has it had on your own perspective?
10. If someone wants to begin exploring crazy-wisdom, what is the first step they should take?
11. Where can people read The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree?
The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree
Crazy-Wisdom & the Way of the Wise-Fool
by Jason Brett Serle
Release date: March 1st 2025
Categories: Eastern, Mindfulness & meditation, Rituals & Practice
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BOOK COVER
Unleash the radical, transformative power at the heart of the world's great wisdom traditions.
Of the many paths up the mountain, that of crazy-wisdom, although one of the lesser travelled, presents a dramatic and formidable climb to those that are so inclined. Now for the first time, the true spiritual landscape of the wise-fool has been laid bare and its features and principal landmarks revealed.
Written in two parts, loosely based on the theory and practice of crazy-wisdom, The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree is the first comprehensive look at this universal phenomenon, from its origins and development to the lives of its greatest adepts and luminaries.
In addition to the theoretical foundations laid down in Part I, Part II deals with its practice and aims to demonstrate crazy-wisdom in action. To this end, 151 teaching tales from around the world have been meticulously gathered and retold to illustrate the methods of the great masters and adepts - stories that not only give practical insight but also, like Zen koans, can be used as contemplative tools to illuminate and provoke epiphany.
From the enigmatic Mahasiddhas of ancient India to the eccentric Taoist poet-monks of China, from the uncompromising insights of the Buddhist Tantrikas to the unconventional wisdom of Sufi heretics and the utter surrender to God displayed by the Fools for Christ, this book will take you to a place where the boundaries of logic and reason dissolve and enlightenment awaits those daring enough to venture forth.
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JASON’S WEBSITE:
www.fasonbrettserle.com