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Solving the Riddle of Being Human

Solving the Riddle of Being Human

Sah D'Simone 161 Episodes Apr 29, 2025

Join visionary spiritual leader and global humanitarian Sah D'Simone as he explores life's profound questions with the world's most influential and thought-provoking pioneers of human experience. Together, they unravel the mysteries of being human, offering an invitation to rethink what it means to live with purpose, courage, and heart.

Episodes

Queer Survival: How AIDS Changed Everything (& What Gen Z Needs to Know) - with Jim Cartwright Apr 29, 2025 4834 "I'm passionate about collaboration between the generations. We have things to learn from you and you have things to learn from us."Sah is joined by queer elder Jim Cartwright to take listeners on a powerful journey through the AIDS crisis, exploring both its devastating impact and the unexpected gifts that emerged from the darkness. Drawing from his lived experience during the epid
Healing Behind Bars: The Journey of 'The 50’ - with Brenton Gieser Apr 15, 2025 4017 “It only takes 2% of us to change the entire world.” Sah is joined by Brenton Gieser, the filmmaker behind “The 50,” a documentary about 50 incarcerated men who became substance abuse counselors while in the prison system, for a rich discussion highlighting themes of healing, transformation, and the power of forgiveness. They discuss the profound impact of art on self-expression and understanding,
Grief as Revolution: Reclaiming Our Right to Feel - with J.S. Park Apr 1, 2025 4591 “Permission to grieve is permission to be human.”Sah is joined by hospital chaplain and author Joon (J.S.) Park to explore the profound art of sitting with suffering in a world obsessed with quick fixes. Drawing from his extensive experience at a Level 1 Trauma Center, J.S. shares the wisdom he's gained from attending countless deaths and supporting people through their darkest moments.Throug
Embracing the Void Space - with Tracee Stanley Mar 18, 2025 4436 "In the liminal space and that space of doing nothing, there's magic that can happen there."Sah and meditation teacher Tracee Stanley explore the radical power of rest in a world obsessed with productivity. As the bestselling author of "Radiant Rest" and "The Luminous Self," Tracee shares how ancient practices like yoga nidra can transform our relationship with s
Making Art Out of Chaos: A Spiritual Rebel's Guide - with James McCrae Mar 4, 2025 4344 "Poetry opens up the door for nuance."Sah and author James McCrae dive into a raw exploration of how creativity can transform our darkest moments into profound revelations. As the founder of Sunflower Club and creator of viral "meme poetry," James shares how humor and artistic expression became his lifeline through existential crisis.Together, they challenge the "love and
The Scientist Who Saw Too Much: Inside Big Pharma's Biggest Secret - with Pamela Ryckman Feb 4, 2025 4592 "This story jumps the shark every moment."Sah and Emmy-winning producer Pamela Ryckman dive into the fascinating life of maverick scientist Candace Pert, whose groundbreaking discoveries bridged the worlds of neuroscience and spirituality. In her new book, Pamela reveals how Pert's research on opiate receptors not only revolutionized our understanding of the mind-body connection but
The Animist Approach to Being Human - with Daniel Foor Jan 21, 2025 4066 "The amount of suffering among the dead is really tremendous. And one of the cruelest things that the living do is internalize this reductionist materialist idea that when you die, you stop existing."Sah and ritualist Daniel Foor explore the profound ways our ancestors influence our lives, from inherited trauma to spiritual wellbeing. Together they challenge Western individualism, examin
The Dream Revolution: Transform Your Life While You Sleep - with Kelly Sullivan Walden Jan 7, 2025 4426 "Our dreams are not just helping us problem-solve - they're helping us access our higher aptitudes, connect with departed loved ones, and have revelations that remind us we are spiritual beings."Sah is joined by renowned dream expert and bestselling author Kelly Sullivan Walden for a fascinating journey into the mysterious realm of dreams. As a leading authority on dream interpretat
Maps for the Soul: Navigating Life's Greatest Mysteries - with Dr. Miles Neale Dec 24, 2024 5952 "Life is a treacherous puzzle to try to solve with one quick stroke of genius."Sah is joined by Buddhist psychotherapist and visionary thinker Dr. Miles Neale for a mind-expanding exploration of life's greatest mysteries. As the author of "Return with Elixir: Four Maps for the Soul's Pilgrimage Through Death and Rebirth," Miles weaves together ancient wisdom tradition
Death Doula Diaries: Living Fiercely in the Face of Mortality - with Alua Arthur Dec 10, 2024 3034 "Our lives, as brief as they are, are absolutely perfect in the way that they roll out."Sah is joined by death doula and revolutionary wellness educator Alua Arthur for a powerful exploration of death, dying, and what it means to live fully in the face of our mortality. Known for transforming how we approach death, Alua shares her extraordinary journey from practicing law to becoming one
Death Doesn't Exist: The Mind-Blowing Truth About What's Next - with Stephen Grey Nov 26, 2024 4810 "There is life after death. The truth is it's a gateway to eternity."Sah is joined by filmmaker Stephen Grey and near-death experience survivor Steve Kang to explore one of humanity's greatest mysteries—what happens after we die? Their groundbreaking documentary "After Death" has captivated audiences across North America, becoming one of the highest-grossing documenta
Your Cravings Are Trying to Save Your Life - with Luis Mojica Nov 12, 2024 4179 "The vibrations touched the parts of my body that had been violated, the parts that I had completely detached from. And it was like it kissed me back to life."Sah is joined by somatic healer and wellness revolutionary Luis Mojica as they uncover hidden truths about trauma, body intelligence, and the transformative power of conscious nutrition.Through raw and fearless dialogue, Luis revea

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