THE EXPLODING HUMAN with Bob Nickman

Interviews with cutting edge practitioners and those who have overcome challenges on health and healing of body, mind and spirit.

STEPHEN CHONG: TALES FROM THE AFTERLIFE; A NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE 06/29/2025

SONIA JHAS: HOW FREE DO YOU WANT TO BE?: EP. 276 06/22/2025

SUE BUSHELL: YOGA FOR ANYONE & CULTIVATING THE BEGINNER'S MIND: EP. 275 06/15/2025

SUE BUSHELL: YOGA FOR ANYONE & CULTIVATING THE BEGINNER'S MIND: EP. 275 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 Ashtanga yoga teacher program and intensive studies at the Hard Light Meditation Centre. These experiences ground her approach in both tradition and contemporary wisdom. Dru Yoga, a dynamic and holistic style with roots in Gandhian philosophy, has been her focus for the past 15 years. Sue is a certified Dru Yoga and Meditation teacher, specializing in Kids and Teens, with advanced studies in Post Graduate Mastery and Steps to Enlightenment. Sue discusses: Core Themes of Transformation and Wellness, such as personal transformation, wellness, and how yoga can be a tool for profound life changes. Yoga and Modern Life: EShe explores the book addresses the challenges of modern life and how yoga can be integrated into busy schedules to promote mental and physical health. Scientific Insights: We talk about the research and scientific studies that back the yoga practices emphasizing the benefits proven by science. Holistic Approach to Yoga: Personal Stories or Case Studies: roup. Yoga for Mental Health and Tips for Integrating Yoga into Daily Life: Radiant Bliss also extends beyond the physical, unveiling yoga's profoundly spiritual heart - the sacred dance of dynamic movement and soul-pervading stillness. You’ll harmonize your life’s trajectory through teachings on ethical principles, breathwork, and more. www.radiantbliss.yoga /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/37016140

RAVINDER TAYLOR: MIND TRAINING; THE SCIENCE OF SELF-EMPOWERMENT: EP. 274 06/08/2025

RAVINDER TAYLOR: MIND TRAINING; THE SCIENCE OF SELF-EMPOWERMENT: EP. 274 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 live a life of greater happiness, health, and fulfillment. She discusses: The science of "rewiring the brain" to improve success, well-being, and relationships. How mental habits and self-sabotaging behaviors form—and science-backed methods to break them. The role of mindfulness, neuroplasticity, and emotional intelligence in everyday life. Harnessing the unconscious mind to make better decisions and take control of your life. The connection between mind, health, and well-being—and how small changes can create big impacts. How belief alone can heal or harm. Rewiring the Brain for Wellness – Using neuroplasticity to break stress cycles and optimize health. Alternative Healing & The Mind – How hypnotherapy, visualization, and How Negative Thinking Affects Physical Health – Practical strategies to counteract stress and emotional toxicity. Practical exercises and tips from her book Mind Training: The Science of Self-Empowerment that listeners can try immediately. Ravinder’s insights combine cutting-edge science with a warm, engaging delivery. Whether your focus is on self-development, psychology, wellness, or personal empowerment, she offers real, practical strategies to take charge of one’s mind and life. www.ravindertaylor.com /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/36902955

JOHN SOLLEDER: FROM PHYSICAL CHALLENGES TO WELLNESS: EP. 273 06/01/2025

JENAE ALT: SEXUAL HEALTH, INTIMACY & SKINCARE WITH CBD: EP. 272 05/25/2025

ANTRA GETZOFF & MARIA ENSEBELLA: REINVENTING COOL WITH CRYOTHERAPY: EP. 271 05/18/2025

ANTRA GETZOFF & MARIA ENSEBELLA: REINVENTING COOL WITH CRYOTHERAPY: EP. 271 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 the power of cold on her own body, finding stress relief, energy boost and sleep improvement in the difficult times of running a 250-people company through the 2008 financial crisis. In 2018, Antra founded the International Alliance for Cryotherapy Professionals (CryoProsUnited) – an industry-unifying resource and training platform and community that soon grew to several thousand members worldwide. Reborn into GetResultsCo, her company keeps educating cryotherapy providers and promoting the best practices in the industry. She is also a Vice-Chair of the Global Wellness Institute Cryotherapy Initiative. had always had a keen eye for health and fitness; actually, more aesthetics and fitness than health. Weight training, marathons, yoga, boxing etc. At the heart of her journey was the amazing concept of Cryotherapy, the centerpiece of her life, and the backbone of her health optimisation and wealth accumulation. While visiting New York City, Maria was introduced to Whole Body Cryotherapy and decided to research it and try out a session; it felt amazing, like a million bucks. The positive experience with Cryotherapy led to trying further sessions in Melbourne and Sydney, again resulting in amazing results, Maria felt like she was walking on air. So, upon her return to London, she was disappointed to discover that this renewing therapy was simply not accessible. She immediately quit her job and decided to establish a clinic where others could enjoy the numerous benefits of this rejuvenating therapy. It was a huge risk, but one worth taking and so, LondonCryo was born. In their book they also describes unique client case studies and little-known scientific research. /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/36598395

PHIL WILSON: FAR INFRARED SAUNAS & LIVING IN THE "NOW": EP. 270 05/11/2025

PHIL WILSON: FAR INFRARED SAUNAS & LIVING IN THE "NOW": EP. 270 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 health food stores and health professionals monthly. In 2002, Phil was introduced to the Relax Far Infrared Sauna. He has spent the last 22 years educating many about not only the benefits of Far Infrared Light but also the incredible difference between the light emitted from the Relax Sauna and the frequency of light energy emitted by other good infrared saunas. We not only discuss the benefits of the latest in sauna technology, but the concept of living in the now, the parasympathetic nervous system and the importance of connection to the Earth and other people. Phil considers the Relax Sauna the pinnacle of all the products he has ever promoted that promote health and freedom for the individual. He has exhibited the Relax Sauna at over 500 conferences, and out of the 150,000 who have experienced it at conferences, he has seen at least 30,000 – 40,000 minor or significant miracles. Phil’s talks and interviews are highly informative, laced with humor and wisdom, and uplifting! Phil Wilson's journey. His dive into holistic health following a transformative experience has shaped his unique outlook. Phil's pioneering work with cutting-edge nutritional products and especially the Relax Far Infrared Sauna stands out. Over 6000 units sold speaks to his impact in the field. His stories of the thousands who've experienced what he calls "miracles" through the sauna are inspiring. /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/36519680

VICTORIA RADER, PhD:THE REALITY OF POSSIBILITY: EP.269 05/04/2025

CARL ROTHSCHILD: RED LIGHT THERAPY: EP. 268 04/27/2025

BRANDON FAUST: HIDDEN DANGERS OF MOLD: EP. 267 04/20/2025

MICHELLE JORGENSEN, DDS: DENTISTRY FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH: EP. 266 04/13/2025

MICHELLE JORGENSEN, DDS: DENTISTRY FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH: EP. 266 v DR. MICHELLE JORGENSEN, DDS After a decade and a half of studying and practicing dentistry and medicine so that she could keep others well, ’ own body was sick. As a young mom of four busy, growing children, she was stretched between a demanding business and a taxing home life. She had no energy and felt like she could barely keep her head above water. She couldn’t sleep through the night or hold her dental instruments without pain and numbness in her hands and arms. Her diet had been whittled down to a few “safe” foods that she could eat without stomach pain, and her once very sharp memory couldn’t remember crucial details about patients and procedures. Something was very wrong but a plethora of doctors, blood tests, scopes, and X-rays all told her it was stress. There was one test the doctors didn’t run and she asked for at the suggestion from a new practitioner friend—mercury toxicity. “When my test results came back, I was floored,” says Dr. Jorgensen. “My mercury levels were so high they were off the charts. Finally, I had an answer, and it was simple. The mercury in those seemingly innocent fillings that I had been removing from my patients’ teeth was poisoning me and my cells. After learning about my toxic mercury levels, I swung between disbelief and anger that, as a dentist, I hadn’t been warned about this inherent danger, and profound relief that I had an answer for what was causing my body’s systems to fail.” Her five-year path to recovery led Dr. Jorgensen to discover ways to improve her family’s and her own health in all facets of life. Now, her new book breaks down what “health” really means for every cell in your body. In Living Well with Dr. Michelle: A Comprehensive Handbook for Optimal Health and Unlimited Energy (BenBella, May 20th, 2025), Dr. Michelle makes it simple, breaking down the true meaning of health at the cellular level and beyond. Drawing from time-tested wisdom and evidence-based modern science, she provides a clear, practical path to lasting well-being. We talk about: ● How to Have the Energy You Want, Without Getting Lost in Today's Health Trends ● The Secret to Lasting Energy: Your Cells ● Fueling Your Body with What It Needs (Eating seasonally, prioritizing whole foods, staying hydrated, including health fats) ● Creating a Healthy Environment for Your Cells (reduce toxins, manage stress, support you detox system, rest and recover) ● Protecting Your Cells from Harm (boost your immune system, exercise, avoid overexposure from toxins, connect with nature) ● Communicating with Your Cells (daily movement, deep breathing, rest, listen to your body’s signals) ● Why medicine is just a band-aid—Your cells do the healing ● Why your symptoms are not the enemy—They are the answer ● If you can keep one cell well, you can keep them all well—Introducing the Cell Well Model ● The Fluoride controversy and brain health ● Mercury toxicity and hidden dangers in dentistry- Dr. Michelle’s personal journey ● Oxygen’s connection to inflammation and what your mouth is telling you about your health www.livingwellwithdrmichelle.com /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/36104530

ARIANA HAKMAN: WEIGHT LOSS THROUGH CONSISTENCY & CLARITY: EP. 265 04/06/2025

JASON BRETT SERLE: CRAZY WISDOM: EP. 264 03/30/2025

JASON BRETT SERLE: CRAZY WISDOM: EP. 264 JASON 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 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. BOOK LINK: JASON’S WEBSITE: www.fasonbrettserle.com /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/35889765

STEPHEN CHONG: TALES FROM THE AFTERLIFE: EP. 263 03/23/2025

STEPHEN CHONG: TALES FROM THE AFTERLIFE: EP. 263 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 guides, events and scenarios which take place there. He also offers the following about "purgatory",,, "Upon death, we passage through a tunnel of light and the silver cord (which connects the eternal soul to the physical body) is severed, and unlike an NDE, we are unable to return. Entry into these ‘Mists’ or ‘Purgatory’ confirms our life’s journey through the law of ‘What you sow, so shall you reap’. It is a confrontation with the self. What you have done (or not done) and what you have ‘caused to effect’ in your fellow man. It is a ‘Life Review’ where every moment of life is flashed before you and you see what you have done to and for people. In this place, ‘The emperor wears no clothes’. Your status, position, title, etc. are null and void. It is what you have done to others that holds the key … we are all one in spirit … ‘Whatyou have done to another, you do to yourself’." 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 guides, events and scenarios which take place there. He also offers the following about "purgatory",,, "Upon death, we passage through a tunnel of light and the silver cord (which connects the eternal soul to the physical body) is severed, and unlike an NDE, we are unable to return. Entry into these ‘Mists’ or ‘Purgatory’ confirms our life’s journey through the law of ‘What you sow, so shall you reap’. It is a confrontation with the self. What you have done (or not done) and what you have ‘caused to effect’ in your fellow man. It is a ‘Life Review’ where every moment of life is flashed before you and you see what you have done to and for people. In this place, ‘The emperor wears no clothes’. Your status, position, title, etc. are null and void. It is what you have done to others that holds the key … we are all one in spirit … ‘Whatyou have done to another, you do to yourself’." /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/35783850

CLAYTON SKAGGS, D.C.: RESILIENCY & HEALING PAIN: EP. 262 03/16/2025

COREY LYON FOLSOM: A LOVE COACH TALKS COMMUNICATION SKILLS: EP. 261 03/09/2025

MARYANN WESTON: HOW CANCER REAWAKENED PSYCHIC GIFTS: EP.260 03/02/2025

OLIVER ROLFE: FINANCIAL HEALTH & WELLBEING: EP.259 02/23/2025

JOEL PASH, M.D.: PENIS ENLARGEMENT; WHO, WHY & HOW: EP. 258 02/16/2025

JAY FABER, M.D.: BRAIN INJURY, SCANS & TREAMENTS: EP. 257 02/09/2025

MOSHE DANIEL BLOCK: EMOTIONAL SOLUTIONS FOR PHYSICAL HEALING: EP. 256 02/02/2025

BRANDON FAUST: MITIGATING MOLD & ENJOYING CLEAN AIR: EP.255 01/26/2025

LORRE LAWS: NURSE TRAUMATIZATION SOLUTIONS: EP. 254 01/19/2025

LORRE LAWS: NURSE TRAUMATIZATION SOLUTIONS: EP. 254 LORRE LAWS is an author, healer, teacher, nursing professor, and leader whose scholarship and clinical practice centers on nurse traumatization, burnout, integrative health, nurse safety and professional wellbeing. In her role as an integrative nursing professor, colleagues refer to her as a “master teacher” while students dubbed her as “humanity’s nurse”. Dr. Lorre helps nurses and health care professionals recover from trauma and burnout so they can thrive in their practices instead of just surviving them. As nurses heal together, they can require system changes as they usher in the Nursing 2.0, a new paradigm that prioritizes nurse safety and professional wellbeing. Dr. Lorre founded The Haelan Academy, a nonprofit organization where nurses across the globe can come together in a safe and nurturing virtual space to share and be supported in their healing journeys together. She is an informative and entertaining keynote speaker and retreat leader who educates and inspires. Dr. Lorre has published numerous scholarly articles and has presented her work to national and international audiences. She is currently based in southern Arizona USA where she enjoys the love of family, friends, and community. She enjoys farm-to-table cooking, hiking, weight training, yoga, and a myriad of healing arts, practices, and traditions. She is attuned to her healer’s heart and its calling to be of service to the global nursing community. She lives in alignment with her overarching mission: “It’s not necessarily how I make a difference; I just want to be certain that I do.” In this episode she discusses why nurse-specific traumatization is frequently misdiagnosed as burnout. What are nurse’s burnout symptoms really saying? How does her book “Nursing Our Healer’s Heart” offer hope, healing, and a pathway for nurse trauma and burnout recovery? Presents Nursing Our Healer's Heart A Recovery Guide for Nurse Trauma & Burnout by Lorre Laws, PhD RN Release date: January 1st 2025 Categories: Healing, Nursing (general), Work-related health The nursing profession is in crisis. Within a decade, the world will have just over half the number of nurses it needs. The global nursing workforce has experienced mass, complex trauma secondary to healthcare system inadequacies and a global pandemic. Traumatized and burned out nurses are leaving their roles or the profession in unprecedented numbers. Those who remain are stretched to or beyond their capacity. While system-level strategies aim to address this crisis, none of them consider nurse traumatization and its impact upon patient safety, outcomes, and quality of care. We cannot wait for health systems to prioritize nurse safety. Nurses can and must come together as a global community to heal through avoidable and unavoidable nurse-specific traumatization while partnering with healthcare leaders to usher in a new era of nursing. This book, through an actionable framework, guides nurses in healing the traumas and hardships they’ve endured as individuals and nursing communities. Grounded in the sciences of unitary caring, integrative nursing, neurophysiology, and transpersonal neurobiology, this book supports nurses in restoring their healers’ heart as they come together to address the deep trauma, burnout, attrition, and presenteeism that are central to the nursing crisis. Nurses will learn the language of their nervous system and how to navigate it as a foundational practice to support professional wellbeing. Each nurse will discover their unique innate care plan, which will guide their healing and co-healing with other nurses. By embracing the healing and practices offered in this book, nurses will learn how to support their nervous system regulation so they can thrive instead of survive in practice. Working from their healed scars instead of their open wounds, nurses can effectively lead sustainable organizational change and health care reforms that prioritize nurse safety and professional wellbeing. /episode/index/show/theexplodinghuman/id/34904210

JURAJ KOCAR: ADAPTOGENIC MUSHROOMS: EP. 253 01/12/2025

SCOTT HANLEY: REMARKABLE REVERSAL OF PARKINSON'S SYMPTOMS: EP. 252 01/05/2025

BRENT MICHAEL PHILLIPS: AWAKENING DYNAMICS: EP. 251 12/29/2024

BRONWEN LOGAN: REIKI AROUND THE WORLD: EP. 250 12/22/2024

JEFF GROSS, MD: EXOSOMES & REGENERATIVE MEDICINE: EP. 249 12/15/2024

AKI NAKAMURA: MUSIC, CIRCULAR BREATHING & ZEN: EP. 248 12/08/2024

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