Life, Death & The Space Between

In this episode, I sit down with Gerard Powell, a man who had it all from the outside—multimillions, fast cars, and luxury homes—but was utterly broken inside. After decades of self-destruction, and two suicide attempts, even intensive therapy couldn't reach the root of his pain. In a final, desperate act, he turned to plant medicine. What happened there didn't just save his life; it revealed a childhood trauma he had completely buried and gave him a new heart—literally. Jerry now runs Rythmia, a licensed plant medicine center, and shares the data-backed transformations he's witnessed in nearly 20k people. This conversation is a raw look at how we can become disconnected from our soul and the powerful paths that can lead us back home. 00:00 Intro 05:07 Gerard's Story 07:09 The Depths of Self-Hatred 09:17 5 Years of Intensive Therapy 17:26 The Desperate Trip to Costa Rica and Iboga 17:54 Childhood Sexual Trauma 25:30 Forgiving His Grandfather 26:18 Receiving a New Heart 32:58 Building Rythmia to Help Others 42:40 Healing Physical Ailments 59:14 Are You Out of Sync with Your Soul? 01:04:11 Why Plant Medicine is Suppressed 01:14:15 Final Message Learn More:·        Rythmia Life Advancement Center: www.rhythmia.com     In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!   Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   Stay Connected: -         IG - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         FB - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt      Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between. **

I sit down with Dr. David Rosmarin, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and a pioneer bridging the worlds of spirituality and clinical psychology. We explore a powerful, yet often ignored, truth in mental health: that for many, emotional distress is a crisis of meaning and spirit. David shares the fascinating research from his work at McLean Hospital, and we tackle the tough questions—are we over-medicalizing normal human anxiety? Could connecting with our spiritual nature be a more effective path to healing? This is a crucial conversation about bringing the soul back into mental health care.00:00 Intro02:42 The Genesis of Spirituality05:12 How Do You Define Spirituality?10:32 The Chasm Between Patient Needs and Clinical Training12:08 Humanizing Care: From Medication to Meaning18:21 A Case Study: Crisis of Meaning20:37 The Four Steps to Face Anxiety28:41 Anxiety as an Existential Opportunity31:01 Spiritual Mentorship: Crisis and Healing Are One34:40 Are We Over-Pathologizing Normal Anxiety?37:17 The Benzodiazepine Crisis and Over-Medication41:21 How to Find Dr. Rosmarin's Work42:53 Conclusion Learn more about Dr. David Rosmarin:·         dhrosmarin.com·         spirit.mclean.harvard.eduIn The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR  -         IG- https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         FB - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YT - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Web - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt   Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

I sat down with Matt Cooke, a former corporate real estate professional who became a globally recognized manifestation coach after a profound spiritual awakening connected him with his late mother. In this conversation, we move beyond theory into the mechanics of how consciousness shapes reality. Matt breaks down the science of manifestation, from quantum observation and probabilistic universes to practical steps for reframing your deepest limiting beliefs. We explore how to stop wanting and start embodying the future you desire—it’s a masterclass in co-creating your life with the universe. 00:00 Introduction: From Real Estate to Manifestation Coach03:04 The Mystical Experience That Changed Everything04:00 A Corporate Life and a Spiritual Awakening09:02 Understanding the "Why" Behind the Awakening12:15 The Shift from Grief to Exploring Consciousness14:55 Quantum Mechanics: Consciousness is Fundamental17:51 The Observer Effect and Your Reality23:11 Practical Steps to Reframe Limiting Beliefs28:32 The Mirror of Reality and Letting Go of "Wanting"36:04 The Simulation Hypothesis and NPCs44:39 How Intention Modifies Probability52:42 Tools for Manifestation: Finding What Works for You59:35 A New Life: Global Speaking and 11:11 Synchronicity1:07:16 Final Thoughts and Embracing the Journey Matt Cooke: ·    -Book: Beyond Wanting: The Art of True Manifestation MattCooke.me JOIN MY COMMUNITY   In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!   Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   Stay Connected: -         Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt      Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between. **Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

I loved this conversation with psychic medium Travis Holp, author of Are You There, Spirit? It’s Me, Travis. In this episode, we dive into how he connects with Spirit, how neuroscience is validating his process, and how therapy, sobriety, and spirituality all work together for true healing. We talk about coming out as a medium, what Spirit really feels like, and how to recognize guidance beyond simple “signs.” This one is deep, funny, and full of truth about what it means to live authentically—mind, body, and soul.00:00 – Amy’s Introduction & Episode Overview02:18 – Welcoming Psychic Medium Travis Holp04:47 – From Beauty Industry to Mediumship08:21 – Coming Out Twice: Gay and Medium12:55 – Therapy, Healing, and Sobriety22:22 – How Travis Connects with Spirit25:30 – Brainwave Research with Dr. Jeff Tarrant31:08 – Psychic Ability, Anxiety, and ADHD33:28 – Alignment, Purpose, and the Soul’s Work38:37 – Spirit Communication Beyond Signs47:43 – Boundaries, Energy Protection, and Grief57:35 – Final Reflections and Closing Thoughts LEARN MORE : 🔗 IG @TravisHolp 🔗 Website: travisholp.comJOIN MY COMMUNITY In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: -         Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt   Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author John Strelecky for one of the most captivating conversations we've ever had on the podcast. We explore his book, The Cafe on the Edge of the World, which he channeled in a powerful 21-day download. John opens up about his profound personal journey, the "cosmic algorithm" that guides our lives, and the three simple yet life-altering questions that can help you author a more meaningful existence. This dialogue will make you question the very nature of reality and inspire you to live with more intention.00:00 Podcast Welcome & Gratitude 02:56 Teaser: A Glimpse into the Conversation 03:41 Official Show Intro & Guest Welcome 05:25 John's Story: Lost Dream to Life Reset 10:37 The 21-Day Download of "The Cafe" 11:36 Understanding the "Cosmic Algorithm" 20:36 The Three Life-Changing Questions 25:22 Practical Steps: "Sampling" a New Life 31:47 The Channeling Experience Revealed 37:03 Discovering Your "Purpose For Existing" (PFE) 39:10 The "Museum Day" Concept for Life 50:52 Overcoming the Fear of Change 54:22 The "Cafe" as a Spiritual Portal 01:03:19 Final Takeaways and Thank You https://johnstrelecky.com/ JOIN MY COMMUNITY   In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!   Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   Stay Connected: -         Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt      Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between. **Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

I never expected this conversation to take the turn it did. When Niko Kapoutsos—a former New York contractor turned trance medium—started explaining how our essence exists outside our bodies and demonstrated real-time trance connection, I knew we were exploring uncharted territory. In this profound episode, we move beyond traditional mediumship to explore trance mediumship's transformative potential—what it is, how it differs from evidential mediumship and channeling, and why this ancient form of communication is reemerging now. If you've ever wondered how to move beyond proof to profound spiritual connection, or how to recognize the expansive nature of your own consciousness, this conversation will change how you understand communication with spirit.00:00 Introduction to Trance Mediumship02:24 Welcome to Life, Death and the Space Between03:07 Meet Niko The Medium: From Skeptic to Practitioner09:11 Breath as the Anchor: Essence and the Auric Field10:29 From Contractor to Medium: Niko's Spiritual Awakening15:48 First Trance Experience and Surrendering the Ego23:50 Brainwave States: Beta, Alpha, Theta and Trance31:48 Accessing Trance States: Practical Methods38:59 Preparing for the Trance Demonstration40:52 Live Trance Demonstration: Collective Guidance51:05 Returning from Trance: The Physical Transition56:48 Essence to Essence Communication57:23 Niko's Books and Future Collaborations59:44 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude https://nikothemedium.com/   In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: -         Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt   Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy RobbinsExploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between.**Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

I never take it for granted when pioneers in this field grace our show. Having Dr. Raymond Moody, who coined the term 'near-death experience,' and his longtime co-author Paul Perry back on the podcast feels like a homecoming. In this profound conversation, we move beyond the stories and into the concepts, examining the accumulated evidence and the philosophical shifts needed to finally accept what the data shows: that consciousness survives bodily death. This is a masterclass in understanding what true 'proof' really means.00:00 Intro02:20 Welcome to the show02:59: "Proof of Life After Life"04:06 The Rise of Near-Death Experiences08:58 Shared-Death Experiences10:53 Raymond’s Shared-Death Experience16:00 Defining the Life Review20:47 The Orientating Axes of the Afterlife22:34 Paul Perry's Shared-Death Experience31:37 Why Do These Experiences Happen to Some?38:01 Types of Shared-Death Phenomena42:15 The Survival of Consciousness47:29 The Philosophical Barrier to Proof54:36 Why Interest in the Afterlife is Peaking Now1:00:15 The Pushback Against Afterlife Evidence1:05:09 Personal Conclusions on Life After Life1:09:06 The Linguistics of Mediumship1:18:01 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude1:19:11 How to Find Their WorkDr. Raymond Moody: lifeafterlife.comPaul Perry: glimpsesofeternity.comFind their new book, Proof of Life After Life, on Amazon   In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings, discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!  --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   Stay Connected:   -         IG - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc -         FB- https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9 -         YT- https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt -         Web - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt    Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means   Brought to you by: Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer Podcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

 I sat down with bestselling author and behavioral change expert Karen Salmansohn for a conversation that will change how you think about your life and your death. We went deep on mortality awareness, the "near-life" experience so many of us are stuck in, and how to use the end of life as a powerful tool to live more boldly and authentically right now. Karen shares her incredibly practical framework of seven core values to avoid the top regrets of the dying. I even asked her a question she said she's never been asked before. This is a must-listen for anyone ready to get off the "conveyor belt" and design a life you're proud of.00:00 Welcome 02:02 Why a Book on Death Now?05:29 Listening to Your Intuitive Voice07:19 The "Near-Life" Experience10:24 From Mortality Awareness to Action14:51 Aristotle & The Soul's Purpose21:35 Identity-Based Habits for Change24:50 Getting Off Life's Conveyor Belt33:47 The 7 Core Values for a Meaningful Life42:04 Death as a Teacher & Creating Urgency45:27 Spirituality, Psychology, and the Soul50:28 Reclaiming Contemplation in a Digital Age55:17 How to Find Karen's Work & Resources56:14 Closing Thoughts & Gratitude Learn More About Karen Salmansohnhttps://youretodieforlife.com/https://notsalmon.com/ SM: @notsalmon    In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!   Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   Stay Connected: -         Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         Facebook - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Website - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt      Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between. Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production | 

I never expected this conversation to take the turn it did. When Mory Fontanez—a former crisis manager for Fortune 500 companies—shared how she traded external validation for inner wisdom, I knew we were diving into uncharted territory. In this episode, we explore what intuition really sounds like, how to distinguish it from fear, and why reconnecting with yourself is the most practical leadership tool you can cultivate. If you’ve ever felt torn between your success and your soul, this conversation is for you 00:00 Introduction to Mory Fontanez02:33 Welcome to Life, Death and the Space Between02:42 The Burnout04:12 The Turning Point: Hearing the Inner "No"07:08 How to Discern Intuition from Fear10:27 The Practical Leap16:32 Defining Intuition vs. Instinct18:19 Tapping into the Higher Self27:34 Building an Intuitive Leadership Method32:02 The Cost of Saying "Yes" When You Mean "No"37:19 The Self-Trust Revolution46:01 How CEOs Use Intuitive Leadership51:35 Where to Find Mory Fontanez52:51 Closing ThoughtsMORY FONTANEZ:Web: moryfontanez.comInstagram: @moryfontanez   In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings (not offered anywhere else!), discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join!   Click here to find out more --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR   -         IG - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc-         FB - https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9-         YT - https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt-         Web - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt      Life, Death & the Space Between Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means.  Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means on Life, Death & the Space Between. **Brought to you by:Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive ProducerPodcastize.net | Audio & Video Production