Podcast
What The Freak?
Hosted by Nathan Coury · EN
What's going on right now and where is humanity headed?
Who are the trailblazers we can relate to that are already showing us the way?
And what are the practical tools, perspectives, and transformations available for us to create a world that fulfills everyone's basic needs and wildest dreams?
Potent conversations with fascinating humans modeling next level solutions for human evolution.
Topics may include:
-Shifting the culture of business/work
-Evolved relationships/sacred sexuality
-Freestyle rap/channeled creative expression
-Plant medicine journey integration/lessons
-Embodiment & movement practices
-Local & global community transformation
-And much more!
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Episodes
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WTF #033 Maintaining Your Flow When Parenthood Calls with Jess Boelkens
Jul 11, 202200:51:47Tap to summarizeJess Boelkens is a full-time mom, pizza artist and fire dancer on a mission to bring light, happiness and inspiration to those around her.In this week’s episode, Jess gets real about maintaining your sense of self after becoming a mother. How do we find the balance between parenting, life and play? How do we identify our strengths when it comes to parenting? Tune in to hear more! Timestamps (Approximate):4:00 The transition from working woman to momhood10:00 the art of flow and pizza25:00 Parenthood does not have a one-size-fits-all technique37:00 Moms, make sure you take time to be you Follow Jess on Instagram: @desertrose_risingFollow Nathan on Instagram @nathancouryFollow What the Freak on Instagram @whatthefreakshow
Transcribe →WTF #032 Psychedelic Medicine and Mental Health with Brigid Benson
May 30, 202201:12:50Tap to summarizeBrigid Benson is on track to become a physician's assistant student who is on a mission to provide care and resources for mental health in the community of Phoenix. In this week's episode, I sit down with my friend Brigid Benson, a student of psychology and pre-PA student who is passionate about a new movement in the medical community; psychedelic assisted therapy. We discuss the differences and similarities between ceremonial psychedelic sessions versus the clinical setting. Later in the episode we get into what it means to show up as a support for those struggling with mental health problems. Timestamps (approximate):7:00 Psychedelic assisted therapy14:00 Psychedelic assisted therapy versus ceremonial psychedelic experience30:00 Now is the time to create better access to mental health for everyone45:00 How do we navigate relationships with people who have a difficult time seeking help?58:00 The importance of developing interpersonal skills
Transcribe →WTF #031 Balancing Game: Music, Art & Business with Cori Rios
May 23, 202201:07:03Tap to summarizeCori Rios is a musician, entrepreneur and desert dweller. He joins Nathan for this week's episode of What The Freak for a conversation about pursuing a creative profession over a conventional one and funding your life as an artist, and dive deep into their individual artistic expressions. Does an artist have to remain in the ‘tortured artist’ role in order to make great art? Who or what is that creates the art? Is it something larger than us? Tune in to this weeks episode to hear more! 5:00 You never know which snowball is going to start the avalanche.13:00 Expectations can kind of ruin experiences20:00 Do I have to be unhappy for the rest of my life to continue to make great art?31:00 What is that that creates art? 40:00 Left brain or right brain?49:00 You can’t be an expert at everything. Follow Cori Rios on Instagram: @coriosFollow his personal music project on Instagram: @river.rios.musicFollow The Hour Glass Cats on Instagram: @thehourglasscatsFollow Nathan on Instagram: @nathancouryFollow What The Freak on Instagram: @whatthefreakshow
Transcribe →WTF #030 Breaking the Mold with David Osborne Richards
May 19, 202201:17:08Tap to summarizeDavid is an Arizona realtor and world traveler on a mission to bring joy to anyone he comes in contact with.In this episode, Nathan and David pinpoint key moments transitioning into adulthood when they realized they didn’t have to follow the path that was laid out in front of them, and completely changed the trajectory of their lives. David has traveled to over 30 countries across the world and shares some tips and tricks on how anyone can do it. And finally they end the episode with a discussion about technology… is it the advancement of the human race, or our demise? Tune in to hear more! Timestamps (Approximate):3:00 The moment you realize you can break out of the box.12:00 One way to figure out what you do want is to get clear on what you don’t want.20:00 The plight of the artist.30:00 Money doesn’t solve all your problems, but it definitely solves money problems. 43:00 Advice from someone whose lived on four different continents before 30 years old. 55:00 Technology: The demise of the human race or the advancement? Follow David on Instagram: @davidsnothomeFollow Nathan on Instagram @nathancouryFollow What the Freak on Instagram @whatthefreakshow
Transcribe →WTF #029 Life Is a Love Story with Akana
May 9, 202201:14:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Akana challenges us to ask ourselves if we really understand the definitions of the words and phrases we use on a regular basis. Are we really expressing the truth of what we mean, or are there distortions, or conditions to those words and phrases we so carelessly use? He challenges us to see our collection of life experiences as an experience sought out by our souls deepest desires. At the end of our life, have we lived out every piece of our soul's expression? Timestamps (approximate):2:00 What’s it like channeling a higher being?13:00 The 3D realm exists for our soul to collect human experiences.26:00 Looking at ‘sickness’,‘sin’ and ‘death’ in a different light.45:00 At the core… it’s all love! But…what does ‘love’ mean?59:00 Suppressed energy can manifest in the body as disease. Follow What The Freak on Instargram: @whatthefreakshowFollow Nathan on Instagram: @nathancoury
Transcribe →WTF #028 The Experiment Called Life with Mandi Barstow
May 2, 202200:59:19Tap to summarizeMandi Barstow is a baker and podcaster on a mission to inspire others to live a life that excites and fulfills them.Join Nathan and Mandi for a conversation about entrepreneur life, and learning to treat life like your own personal experiment!Timestamps (approximate):6:00 There’s so much joy in the world, there’s enough for everyone!13:00 Life of an entrepreneur: Trial by Fire…all the time.22:00 Humans aren’t meant to work 24/7, you deserve to enjoy life!36:00 You are your greatest experiment, live life the way you want to.45:00 Entrepreneur life isn’t for everyoneFollow Mandi on Instagram @positively_frosted Follow Mandi’s Podcast @womangetinFollow What The Freak on Instagram @whatthefreakshowFollow Nathan on Instagram @nathancoury
Transcribe →WTF #027 How to Create Your Own Reality with Honey
Apr 25, 202201:11:40Tap to summarizeHoney is a conscious entrepreneur on a mission to inspire everyone around her to start living with intention and become creators of their reality.In this conversation Honey gets to the nitty gritty of what it takes to start creating your own world. The world is filled with infinite choices and those choices all add up to the reality that is in front of you now. Join Nathan and Honey for a deep dive on the journey to becoming the creator of your own Universe. Timestamps (approximate):3:00 Every little choice adds up to your current reality11:00 How often are you doing things just because it’s what you usually do?18:00 Practice following your intuition on a daily basis. The opportunity is in everything that you do. 28:00 Consume with a balance of intention and intuition.32:00 Idea’s become reality when the collective dedicates energy to its creation, this applies to good things and bad.38:00 We’re all just our own God living in our own world. 44:00 How To Create Your Own Reality with Honey53:00 Just one step a day will eventually get you to your goal.1:02 Living intentionally means taking responsibility for all of your decisions. Follow Honey on Instagram @evntsbyhoney & @_huneee_Follow Nathan on Instagram @nathancouryFollow What the Freak on Instagram @whatthefreakshow
Transcribe →WTF #026 Taking Back Control of Birth with Hannah Alley
Apr 18, 202201:22:42Tap to summarizeHannah Alley is a birth doula on a mission to empower us to take back of our natural boldly rhythms and functions. In this episode we discuss birthing in the microcosm and macrocosm and get real about taking ownership and pride and showing up for the things in life that we really want. Timestamps (approximate):3:00 What drew you towards becoming a bIrth worker?9:00 What is a free birth?12:00 What is the role of a birth doula?20:00 Birthing is a ceremony.29:00 A new collective is being birthed.40:00 The power of surrendering49:00 Words matter57:00 Psychedelic plant medicines are amazing, just don’t forget you have all the power you need within you. 1:04 If you don’t rest, your body will force you to rest.1:15 If its what you want, you gotta show up for it. Follow Hannah Alley on Instagram: @heyhannahalleyFollow Gather on Instagram: @gatherphxshopFind out more about Hannah's doula services: cbdoulaservices.comFollow Nathan on Instagram: @ nathancouryFollow What The Freak on Instagram: @whatthefreakshow
Transcribe →WTF #025 A Conversation with Chum Chum
Apr 12, 202201:04:13Tap to summarizeGabe Tanchez (DJ Chum Chum) is a local DJ and foodie on a mission to have his listeners worry free, and create safe space for free expression movement with music. Join Gabe and Nathan for a conversation about work, what happens when we start to feel a little burnt out, and why we shouldn’t let work consume our entire lives. Timestamps (approximate):1:00 How did we meet again?23:00 What do you love most about dj-ing?31:00 When your plate is too full, you can’t really enjoy your meal.39:00 Rest is necessary. 44:00 What’s next for DJ Chum Chum?54:00 Leave work at work.Follow Gabe on Instagram: @dj_chumchumFollow What The Freak in Instagram: @whatthefreak Follow Nathan on Instagram: @nathancoury
Transcribe →WTF #024 Soul Expression & The Minds Ability to Heal with Andrew Powell
Apr 4, 202201:34:10Tap to summarizeAndrew Powell is a multi passionate musician who is on a mission to create music that is an authentic representation os his soul expression.In this episode Andy and Nathan discuss the power of the mind when it comes to healing…like do crystals really work? Or are they simply a tool that inspires us to heal ourselves? They dive into musical expression and the need for more intentional music, and two performances of songs written by Andy! Timestamps (approximate)2:00 Are crystals a placebo effect…?16:00 Your voice is the soul's fingerprint?24:00 What is the natural state of me?40:00 Lemons48:00 If you can’t find a song to dance to, make one!56:00 Let’s start making intentional music 1:07 Your impact doesn’t have to be global to make a difference 1:22 Sovereignty is our natural state. Follow Andrew Powell on Instagram: @andrewpowlFollow What The Freak on Instagram: @whatthefreakshowFollow Nathan on Instagram: @nathancoury
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