Channel Your Genius Podcast

Tapping your creative genius isn’t a push, it’s an opening to your sacred flow-state. Channel Your Genius podcast shares tips, wisdom, and funny stories from some of the world’s most brilliant creative professionals about how they open to their best ideas, their most inspiring creations, and their most soul-satisfying success. Guidance from Spirit? Manifesting miracles? Sacred ceremony? Inspired encounters? Downloads in Nature? Learn how world-class creatives put their woo to work, without sacrificing their sanity, their standing, or their success. Mellissa Seaman, Stanford-educated business lawyer turned intuitive strategist to creative executives and visionary founders, interviews creative professionals who she recognizes as Channels of Genius, to share their best tips with you, so that all inspired people can be empowered to do what their souls came here to do, finding deep satisfaction, meaning, and success.

The Best Performers are Channels 06/05/2025

Body Wisdom -- with Linda Yraceburu 05/29/2025

Body Wisdom -- with Linda Yraceburu In this powerful episode, Mellissa is joined by the incredible Linda Yraceburu—Romani healer, former medical professional, and co-founder of the Two Lights Healing program. Linda shares her fascinating journey from a high-pressure medical career into deep ancestral healing work and how reconnecting with body wisdom became her life’s mission. Together, they explore how our bodies hold messages, how simple tools like water, salt, and hand-walking can restore vitality, and what it means to truly listen to the body as a sacred partner. Plus, you'll get a glimpse into Linda’s time with renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy and learn a few easy, powerful practices you can try at home. Talked About in Today’s Episode: Linda’s transition from hospital-based cardiovascular radiology to traditional healing The moment her healing began—flat on her back and guided by her ancestors How dehydration triggers “the death gene” and what to do about it The role of colored salts and minerals in supporting energy flow and detox A hands-on demonstration of hand walking, a simple daily practice that supports all four bodies (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) Insights from her time living and learning with legendary herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy Why healing doesn’t have to be complex—and why KISS (keeping it simple, sweetie) is sacred wisdom Connect with Linda: Website: Learn more about Vas Pesh Handwalking: Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: body wisdom, hand walking, Linda Yraceburu, Romani healing, ancestral medicine, intuitive healing, holistic health, Juliette de Bairacli Levy, colored salt, hydration, burnout recovery /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/36287625

Dark Feminine Rage is Not Your Enemy -- Channeling Ma Series 05/22/2025

Dark Feminine Rage is Not Your Enemy -- Channeling Ma Series What’s REALLY going on in this wild crazy world? When I want answers to the biggest questions, I go to my biggest source. And that’s Ma. Check out this message from a ChannelingMa event, where the big mama describes the elemental shifts happening under the surface. Feminine justified rage is rising - in a good way - and she describes it elementally as Dark Fire. Many who have heard this message have felt a big relief - hearing what they are feeling, knowing, sensing… in these words. Come check it out. In this episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman invites us into a deeply sacred space, channeling Ma, the voice of the divine feminine. Through this transmission, listeners are guided to ground into their bodies, embrace the privilege of human experience, and awaken to their own power. Through potent words and wild truths, Ma speaks to the fire rising in all of us—the justified rage, the creative destruction, the dark fire that’s been suppressed for too long. You’ll hear reflections on why we’re here now, what it means to ride the dragon of our elemental nature, and how reclaiming even our roughest emotions can spark rebirth. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or seeking clarity, this episode offers a profound reminder: you are here for a reason, and your presence is sacred. Talked About in Today’s Episode: ⏳ Why the age of the guru is over—and what’s rising in its place ⏳ Reclaiming dark fire and sacred rage as catalysts for growth ⏳ Elemental power and the dragons we ride: Earth, Water, Air, Fire, Spirit ⏳ Cultural healing through divine feminine embodiment ⏳ Why destruction isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of new land Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Channeling Ma, Divine Feminine, Dark Fire, Sacred Rage, Elemental Power, Spiritual Awakening, Rebirth, Soul Gift, Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman, Sacred Transmission, Feminine Leadership, Rage as Medicine, Volcano Rebirth, Goddess Energy /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/36236410

How Drum Journey Saved Our Sanity and Opened the Door to Spirit -- with Alora Cheek 05/15/2025

How Drum Journey Saved Our Sanity and Opened the Door to Spirit -- with Alora Cheek What happens when two high-powered professionals suddenly awaken to their intuitive gifts? In this episode, Mellissa Seaman is joined by her longtime friend, shamanic partner, and fellow teacher, Alora Cheek, for a powerful conversation on spontaneous spiritual awakening, the science and soul of drum journey, and how this ancient tool can help you stabilize your gifts, access inner guidance, and even transform how you work with clients. From their shared awakening in the early 2000s to co-founding the San Diego Circle Shamanic Healing Arts Center, these two spiritual powerhouses reflect on their journeys, the role of drum as an energetic regulator, and why it’s not just a "woo" tool - it’s a transformational practice that grounds your intuition and amplifies your purpose. Whether you’re newly awakened or looking to deepen your intuitive practice, this episode is packed with insights, humor, and heart. Talked about in today’s episode: How Mellissa and Alora’s unexpected spiritual awakenings launched their shamanic paths Why drum journey is more than a spiritual practice—it's a brain-balancing, energy-organizing tool The science behind drum rhythms and how they activate intuitive states How to use drum journey to receive clear guidance for yourself—and your clients Guest Bio: Alora Cheek is a trusted leader in self-development for spiritual individuals. With 25 years as a shamanic practitioner and 20 years studying personal growth, mindset, and the law of attraction, she offers profound expertise to her clients. As a professional intuitive and energy healer, she’s helped clients worldwide with clarity and accuracy, building a loyal following. She also empowers visionary business leaders, coaching them to overcome limiting patterns and achieve remarkable success. Having managed multi-million-dollar software projects for global companies and harmonized start-up teams remotely, Alora blends practical leadership with spiritual insight. A trained educator, she guides people to integrate spiritual know-how into theirs lives for healing, growth, and fulfillment. Join the Drum Journey Training Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Spiritual Awakening, Psychic, Business Strategy, Divine Feminine, Healing, Menopause, Energy Healer, Soul Gift, Midlife, Transformation, Feminine Leaders, Intuitive Guidance, Bridge the Worlds, Awakened, Spiritual Leadership, drum journey, shamanic journey, spiritual awakening, psychic development, intuitive tools, energy healing /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/36235800

When an Aerospace Engineer goes Deep Intuitive -- with Amanda Smith 05/08/2025

When an Aerospace Engineer goes Deep Intuitive -- with Amanda Smith What do NASA toilets and intuitive healing have in common? Amanda Smith, that’s what. In this mind-blowing (and surprisingly grounded) conversation, I talk with Amanda Smith - an aerospace engineer turned medical intuitive - about how she bridges the mystical and the mechanical to heal bodies no one else can figure out. From designing the toilets for the Artemis space mission to creating her own Heal to Grow system for female athletes, Amanda’s genius lies in solving what others can’t even see. We explore what it really means to map the invisible, how intuition can be rigorously logical, and why some of the most brilliant minds are secretly the most intuitive. You’ll love Amanda’s wild journey from Division 1 athlete to body-mapping energy healer and you’ll never think about gravity (or poop) the same way again. Talked About in Today’s Episode: 00:00 – Meet Amanda Smith: Aerospace Engineer Meets Intuitive Healer 00:30 – Designing Toilets for Space (Yes, Really) 02:18 – How Empathy and Engineering Solved the Grossest Problem in Zero Gravity 05:40 – From NCAA Athlete to Wellness Breakdown to Intuitive Awakening 09:00 – What Makes the Heal to Grow System So Powerful 13:00 – Working with Doctors While Thinking Outside the Box 17:25 – The Journey to Owning Her Gifts as a Medical Intuitive 22:00 – Science, Woo, and the Need for New Language 25:06 – Why Doctors Trust Her (and So Should You) Connect with Amanda: Instagram: LinkedIn: Facebook: Work with Amanda: Listen to her podcast: Take the Gutsy Chick Quiz: Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Medical intuitive | Space toilet design | Intuition for logical minds | Heal to Grow system | Female athlete wellness | Aerospace engineering meets energy work | Embodied healing | Emotional root of illness | Neurodivergent healers | Body mapping | Amanda Smith | Spirit of an Athlete podcast | Channeling intuition | Energy medicine | Somatic wisdom | Practical woo | Integrative healing for women /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/36120340

The Real Value of Intuitive Work—According to a NASA Engineer -- with Amanda Smith 05/08/2025

Drum Journey for Spiritual Business -- with Elyna Paizis 05/01/2025

Drum Journey for Spiritual Business -- with Elyna Paizis Drum Journey became Elyna Paizis’ key tool for developing content, manifesting beyond blocks, and providing instant potent healings for clients. Hear how natural, accessible, and workable it is for ANY of us to use this potent tool to access deep visions and realms of healing. What’s the difference between this and medicine journeys? How can you use drum journey to build your business? Why is Drum Journey even more important for creative neuro-divine women? Come and listen to this fun conversation and feel inspired! Talked About in Today’s Episode: 00:00 – Welcome & the Power of Sacred Play 02:15 – Why Drumming Unlocks Your Genius 06:40 – The Role of the Body in Intuition 09:20 – Reclaiming Joy as a Spiritual Practice 13:45 – Final Reflections + Activation Connect with Elyna: Podcast: Instagram: Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Drum journey healing Sacred play and soul-led leadership Force of nature archetypes Shamanic journey without medicine Business by Nature quiz Neurodivergent spirituality tools Intuition for high-achieving women Theta brainwave states Subconscious energy clearing Embodied spiritual leadership Mystical business coaching Channeling through drum journey Non-traditional energy healing Soul-aligned business practices Spiritual tools for logical minds Dreamwork and leadership Working meditation for neurodiverse brains Ancient feminine wisdom /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/36111495

Intention, Not In-Tension -- Channeling Ma Series 04/24/2025

How to Become an Empowered Spiritual Leader -- with Venus Castleberg 04/17/2025

How to Become an Empowered Spiritual Leader -- with Venus Castleberg When you see an alien for the first time, how do you know you’re not crazy? That’s the question that’s been ringing for my podcast guest Venus Castleberg since her own spontaneous awakening more than 20 years ago! Today, catch us having a casual conversation about stuff that many folks think is WEIRD. And your own weirdo parts will feel normalized and welcome! Venus went from questioning the sanity of seeing dead people and spirits to becoming the founder of Psychic University and Enlightenment Academy. I know you will enjoy this fun conversation between two “accidental” psychics! Talked About in Today’s Episode: 00:00:31 – Introduction to Venus Castleberg, her journey, and shared experiences with Mellissa. 00:02:12 – Venus’s early life in San Diego, wild partying, and the shift toward a spiritual awakening. 00:04:22 – The pivotal Reiki session where Venus first saw a spirit, realizing her psychic abilities. 00:07:49 – Venus resisting her gifts for three years and eventually surrendering to her mediumship. 00:16:28 – Venus’s encounter with a pink alien in church and her perspective on extraterrestrial beings. Connect with Venus: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Ascending with Venus Castleberg Podcast: Bridging Realms: Empowering the Spiritually Gifted Facebook Group: Free Gift: How to Become an Empowered Spiritual Leader – Free Masterclass True spiritual leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about embracing your uniqueness, trusting yourself, and leading with confidence. In this free masterclass, you’ll learn how to release self-doubt, own your gifts, and step more into your power without comparison or fear. Ready to embody the leader you’re meant to be? Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Spiritual awakening journey Psychic abilities and mediumship Seeing ghosts and aliens Energy healing and transformation Developing intuitive gifts /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/35739840

Kirstyn Allen on Corporate Contracts 04/03/2025

Kirstyn Allen on Corporate Contracts As coaches experience an oversaturated market, my business mentees and I are turning more towards infiltrating the corporate world with wisdom! My own coach for corporate contracts joined us in the Business Mentorship to teach us wise women how to bring our gifts into the world of organizational and corporate training, leadership development, and communications improvement with emotional intelligence! If you’ve been wondering what it would take to be paid handsomely for bringing your transformative work into the corporate world, you’ll love this lesson taken from a class recording in my Business Mentorship! Talked About in Today’s Episode: 00:01:13 - Introduction to Kirstyn J. Allen and her expertise in corporate contracts 00:03:14 - The challenge of selling personal development work to corporations 00:06:09 - Breaking misconceptions: Corporations need the same support as individuals 00:10:55 - High-value opportunities: Keynote speaking and stress management programs 00:24:46 - Positioning your expertise for corporations: The power of framing Connect with Kirstyn: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Resources Mentioned: Book: Free audit: Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Corporate contracts Selling to corporations Personal development in business Corporate speaking opportunities Workplace stress management Business-to-business sales Leadership coaching for corporations High-ticket corporate clients Employee well-being initiatives Translating expertise for corporate clients /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/35750890

You Are Not Alone -- Channeling Ma Series 04/03/2025

Making Sense of Visions and Dreams -- My Story: Episode 8 03/27/2025

Lost in Space with the Drum? -- My Story: Episode 7 03/20/2025

MyStory: Episode 6 - Shaman of Cultural Appropriation? 03/13/2025

MyStory: Episode 6 - Shaman of Cultural Appropriation? Ooooh dare I speak of Cultural Appropriation? Heck yah. Let’s talk about the problematic parts of using the word “Shaman,” and our longing as modern folk to have permission and right-relationship with indigenous folk as we open to our own intrinsic earth-based wisdom. I’ve got an embarrassing and relatable story to tell about when I got schooled on Native protocol, the need to honor visions as sacred, and the dangers of accidentally appropriating the culture of indigenous traditions that need to be preserved and honored. Talked About in Today’s Episode: ⏳ 00:00:21 - Exploring my complicated relationship with the term and its implications. ⏳ 00:01:27 - A candid discussion on heritage, respect, and personal responsibility in spiritual practice. ⏳ 00:06:48 - Sharing my early psychic experiences and how they led to profound spiritual insights. ⏳ 00:09:20 - A pivotal moment when I was confronted by a Lakota Sioux representative about unknowingly sharing sacred knowledge. ⏳ 00:14:04 - How I’ve learned from indigenous mentors and found ethical ways to integrate animist and ancestral practices into my work. Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? More Resources: 🌟 Website: 🌟 Follow on Instagram: 🌟 Subscribe to the YouTube Channel: 🌟 Join the Explore Your Gifts group on Circle Keywords: Earth-based wisdom traditions Indigenous spiritual practices Honoring native traditions Ethical spiritual practice Personal spiritual awakening Connecting with Spirit guides Nature-based spirituality /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/35280025

My Sanity-Saver: Drum Journeying -- My Story Part 5 03/06/2025

The Lawyer to Psychic Story: My Story Ep 4 02/25/2025

Catholics Make Great Ceremonialists: My Story Ep 3 02/18/2025

Over-imaginative kids grow to be Intuitively Gifted: My Story Ep 2 02/11/2025

My Crazy Journey began at 7 with God calling me Mellissa: My Story Ep 1 02/04/2025

3 Tests of a Good Wisdom Mentor - be they Oracle, Healer, or Guide 01/30/2025

3 Ways Channels Must do Biz Differently 01/28/2025

Align Your New Year Calendar with the Wheel of Wisdom 01/23/2025

Build Your Movement with Magical Archetypes 01/21/2025

Build Your Movement with Magical Archetypes Your transformative work is not easy to explain! So how do you draw people into your biz/community/movement? The answer is ARCHETYPES! Come listen as Mellissa shares some inspiring examples of how you can use Archetypes (and a related quiz if you'd like) to position your expertise, share your core message, and draw in the perfect-fit people to your system and your work! Talked About in Today’s Episode: 00:00:00 - 00:00:40: Unlocking the Secret to Explaining Your Deep Work 00:00:41 - 00:01:59: Pioneering Thought Leaders and the Power of Archetypes 00:02:00 - 00:04:27: Examples of Archetype Systems: Pet Connection and Dr. Vanessa Ferrer 00:04:28 - 00:08:34: Archetypes for Taboo Topics: Wendy Sterling’s Estranged Mother Quiz 00:08:35 - 00:12:03: Fun and Empowering Archetypes: Witchpreneur Quiz ** Note - I made an error and said "Wendy Sterling" instead of "Wendy Phillis" when talking about the Estranged Mother Quiz! Actually, Wendy Sterling is another fantastic client who created the Divorce Superpower Quiz at Links to some more of the quizzes I mention in the episode include: Dr. Vanessa Gfrerer (Pet Connection Quiz) Julie Foucht (Witchpreneur Quiz) Jeremiah DaRosa (Sound Healing Lineage Quiz) Elyna Paizis (Force of Nature Quiz) Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman. Keywords: Archetype System, Personal Branding, Deep Work, Clear Messaging, Authentic Voice, Storytelling Strategy, Purpose-Driven Message, Transformative Tools, Creative Alignment, Vision to Impact /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/34744335

Experiential Clearing of 2024’s Leftover Gunk - to have a fresh 2025 01/16/2025

New Year Rocket Fuel Intention: Set Your New Year’s Intention for Your Best Year Yet 01/09/2025

Corporate Contracts: infiltrate with your woo! 01/07/2025

The 3 Reasons Why you Cried watching Wicked: The 3 secrets of the Feminine Uprising happening now 01/02/2025

The 3 Reasons Why you Cried watching Wicked: The 3 secrets of the Feminine Uprising happening now If you cried watching the movie Wicked, this is for you. Mellissa explains how the three big reasons you cried during that movie are also the 3 keys to the Feminine Uprising that’s happening now. All three will feel personal to you. Get inspired watching this video. Talked about in today’s episode: 00:01:12 - The power of being "different" Mellissa explores how Elphaba’s journey reflects the experience of women who feel out of place because of their sensitivity, imagination, or intuition. 00:03:08 - Integrity in the face of adversity Mellissa highlights the theme of staying true to yourself and your values, even when the world seems to push back against you. 00:05:24 - Healing the sisterhood wound Mellissa dives into the archetypal relationship between Elphaba and Glinda, exploring how competition and collaboration among women reflect collective healing. 00:07:46 - The rise of feminine magic Mellissa explains how Wicked mirrors the larger movement of women reclaiming their spiritual power, intuitive gifts, and connection to magic. 00:09:15 - Reclaiming your inner magic Mellissa offers a call to action for women to embrace their unique gifts, connect with their intuition, and honor their inner wisdom. Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa’s free to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman. Keywords: Wicked musical, feminine leadership, intuitive power, sisterhood healing, personal transformation, reclaiming magic, empowered women, women’s empowerment, archetypes, spiritual growth /episode/index/show/channelyourgenius/id/34404875

Soul Gift Secrets for the New Year: How to Leverage your Gifts for 2025 12/26/2024

Create Your Sacred Corner: A Tiny Altar can give you Peace 12/19/2024

Embrace Your Hermit: A Guided Meditation for Inner peace 12/12/2024

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