Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media’s “What a Day”) about her return to her small town of Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school’s mascot from a Confederate General into a Biscuit. The show features moving interviews with everyone from the artist behind “Gritty,” The Philadelphia Flyers’ viral mascot, to principals at schools across the nation who have made this change. In speaking to people at every inflection point of the issue ...
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Rebel Spirit Radio explores the frontiers of spirituality, consciousness, the esoteric, and humanity’s sacred relationship with a living earth.
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Dive deep into the world of purpose, passion, and self-discovery with the Rebel Spirit Podcast! In this inspiring series, we explore your ultimate calling that aligns with your truest self. Each episode delves into practical tools, wisdom, and insights to help you uncover your unique path in life and business. From embracing your strengths and passions to overcoming obstacles and societal expectations, we'll guide you through the process of unleashing your Rebel Spirit so you can uncover you ...
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Join me on a weekly journey to explore what it means to be a spiritual rebel in a chaotic and bustling world. The goal? To help you awaken your wisdom so that you can lead a more peaceful, creative, and inspired life regardless of your circumstances or how much time you have to meditate or practice. Your time is valuable, so here’s my promise: In less than 15 minutes each week, the insights you gain will not only expand your mind but also bring more ease into every area of your life. Wisdom ...
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Song of the Dark Man with Darragh Mason
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In this episode, we delve into the world of folklore and mystery with Darragh Mason, a renowned writer, researcher, and award-winning travel and documentary photographer. Best known for his work on the Aghori and Djinn, Dara discusses his book, Song of the Darkman: Father of Witches, Lord of the Crossroads. We explore the enigma of the Dark Man, hi…
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As Akilah and the Rebel Spirit team continue to pursue updates from BCHS on the mascot change, we wanted to share one more bonus episode before the end of the year. Within today's episode you get an expanded look at three of the many interviews we conducted when creating Rebel Spirit. We'll be back in the new year with a larger update on our progre…
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13/01/2025 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 80 Can You Trust Your Feelings? This week on Rebel Spirituality, I challenge the concept of 'destroying the ego', and share a key distinction between ego and egocentricity Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebel…
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06/01/2025 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 79 Can You Trust Your Feelings? This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore the question of whether we can trust our feelings? And if so, what information can we trust them to give us? Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://li…
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30/12/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 78 A Fresh Start in EVERY moment This week on Rebel Spirituality, I explore how judging our reactions and thoughts can hold us back from simply living. What if we stopped taking ownership of the conditioned appearances that appear, and caught sight of who we are before and beyond them? Add your name to …
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The Way of the Wild Woman with Mary Reynolds Thompson
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Mary Reynolds Thompson, the founder of Live Your Wild Soul Story and author of "The Way of the Wild Soul Woman" joins me this week. We delve into topics such as spiritual ecology, the importance of reconnecting with the Earth, and Thompson's concept of the five Earth archetypes. Together, we explore themes of feminine power, environmental conscious…
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23/12/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 77 Changing Your Christmas Story! This week on Rebel Spirituality, we dive into changing your Christmas story, challenging expectations, and finding new perspectives. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspiri…
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The Neuroscience of Tarot with Siddharth Ramakrishnan
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Dr. Siddharth Ramakrishnan, a neuroscientist, artist, and educator, joins Rebel Spirit Radio to discuss his groundbreaking book, 'The Neuroscience of Tarot.' Dr. Ramakrishnan, the chair of neuroscience at the University of Puget Sound and recipient of the National Science Foundation Career Award, delves into the scientific connections between tarot…
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Are Your Judgements & Reactions Really Your Fault?
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16/12/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 76 Are Your Judgements & Reactions Really Your Fault? This week on Rebel Spirituality, I explore how judging our reactions and thoughts can hold us back from simply living. What if we stopped taking ownership of the conditioned appearances that appear, and caught sight of who we are before and beyond th…
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Jim Morrison: Secret Teacher of the Occult with Paul Wyld
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In this episode of Rebel Spirit Radio, Paul Wyld—singer-songwriter, artist, poet, and author—joins the show to discuss his first book, "Jim Morrison, Secret Teacher of the Occult: The Journey to the Other Side." Paul shares fascinating insights into Jim Morrison's life, examining his enigmatic nature, shamanic practices, and influence on the 1960s …
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'Wisdom Doesn't Follow Rules' With Deb Simmons
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09/12/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 75 'Wisdom Doesn't Follow Rules' With Deb Simmons This week on Rebel Spirituality, Join Sam and Deb Simmons of Dare2BU as they explore the vibrant dance between intuition and wisdom, revealing how living in the now transcends all our rules - come and dare to be you! Check out the YouTube video on Deb's …
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The Privilege of Aging with Kamla Kapur
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Award-winning playwright, poet, and author, Kamla Kapur joins the podcast this week to discuss her latest book, The Privilege of Aging: Savoring the Fullness of Life. In this heartfelt discussion, Kapoor shares her journey of aging, the significance of self-reflection, and the importance of embracing the inevitable stages of life. The conversation …
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02/12/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 74 Is it Really so Urgent? On Rebel Spirituality this week, we put a metaphorical middle finger up to the idea that anyone is broken, lacking or incomplete. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspirituality Wa…
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Archetypal Astrology with Jonathan Waller
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In this episode of Rebel Spirit Radio, I am joined by Jonathan Waller, an archetypal astrologer, writer, coach, and facilitator. Jonathan discusses his approach to integrating a realistic critique of Western civilization with the insights provided by planetary archetypes. We explore the basics of archetypal astrology, its differences from other ast…
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25/11/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 73 F*ck the Deficit Model! On Rebel Spirituality this week, we put a metaphorical middle finger up to the idea that anyone is broken, lacking or incomplete. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspirituality Wa…
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Shamanic Teachings and Practices with Dr. Martha Winona Travers
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In this episode, Dr. Martha Winona Travers, a writer, teacher, and Mama Iachak, joins Rebel Spirit Radio to discuss her apprenticeship with Ecuadorian Iachack elder Taita Alberto Taxo and her latest publication, Shamanic Teachings of the Condor. Travers shares insights about the importance of reconnecting with nature, the balance between heart and …
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You Don't Have to Believe Everything You Think!
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18/11/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 71 You Don't Have to Believe Everything You Think! This week on Rebel Spirituality, we uncover how 'turning off' belief in negative thoughts can transform your life. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspirit…
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From Elder to Ancestor with Kelley Harrell
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In this episode I welcome Kelly Harrell, an animist, deathwalker, and death doula, to discuss her nature-based soul-tending practice and her latest book, From Elder to Ancestor: Nature Kinship for All Seasons of Life. Kelly delves into animism's crucial role in her work, the necessity of grounding and embodiment, and the importance of developing a …
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Akilah returns to Florence for one last push toward change as she speaks at the final Boone County High School SBDC meeting of the school year, which just so happens to be on Juneteenth. If you have a racist mascot at your high school, or are an alumni of a high school with a racist mascot, and want to share your own experience, please email us at …
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11/11/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 70 Uncovering Genuine Human Connection This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore what it is we're trusting to guide us through life and what it means to live from wisdom. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebe…
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Psychedelics and the Soul with Simon Yugler
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In this episode, I am joined by Simon Yugler, an internationally experienced psychedelic therapist, educator, and writer. Simon discusses his background, the profound impacts of psychedelics on personal and cultural healing, and the critical distinction between medications and medicines. With insights into Jungian psychology, mythology, and interna…
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As we finish up our next episode, and given that everyone’s minds are probably occupied with the Election today, the Rebel Spirit team wanted to take a moment to look back on the process of making this podcast over the last year. Akilah sat down with producers Dan Sinker and Elizabeth Baquet for a conversation about everything they experienced whil…
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04/11/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 70 How to be Extra-Ordinary This week on Rebel Spirituality, we uncover the power of embracing your true self. Explore what it means to be "extra-ordinary" and reclaim the beauty of simplicity. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 h…
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Psychedelics and the Coming Singularity with David Jay Brown
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Author David Jay Brown joins me in this episode to discuss his latest book Psychedelics and the Coming Singularity. David touches on topics such as consciousness after death, DMT entities, and the ecological crisis. The conversation delves into philosophical questions about reality, materialism, the future of human evolution, and the connections be…
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In Search of Demons with Richard Estep
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In this special Halloween episode, we dive into the paranormal realm with author and investigator Richard Estep. Known for his appearances on numerous paranormal TV shows such as "Paranormal 911" and "Haunted Case Files" and founding the Boulder County Paranormal Research Society, Richard discusses his latest book, 'In Search of Demons.' Through co…
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After so much research and work, it is clear that this uphill battle is not coming to a close soon as Akilah finally gets to speak in front of the school. How do you keep fighting for change when endless roadblocks keep getting in the way? How do you stay positive when progress seems to be moving backwards? If you have a racist mascot at your high …
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28/10/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 69 Can You Trust Yourself? This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore what it is we're trusting to guide us through life and what it means to live from wisdom. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspiritualit…
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Raise Your Frequency Transform Your Life with Selina Maitreya
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In this episode, author, spiritual teacher, and transformational guide Selina Maitreay joins me. Selena shares her profound spiritual journey, detailing how raising one's frequency can lead to personal and collective transformation. Through engaging discussions, discover practical tools for shifting energy, the importance of faith and trust, and ho…
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The biggest advice Akilah has gotten for changing the Rebels mascot has been to get in touch with NFL MVP running back and Boone County High School alum, Shaun Alexander. Using the unfortunate power of Facebook, Akilah gets pretty darn close to that goal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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21/10/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 68 Living in the Flow of Wisdom This week on Rebel Spiritualty, I unravel the essence of living from wisdom, contrasting the "Sam Show" with "Wisdom Flow." Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspirituality Wan…
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The Silver Branch and the Otherworld
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Herbalist and author Sean O’Donoghue joins me this week to discuss his book" The Silver Branch and the Otherworld: Forest Magic with Plant and Fungi Allies." Sean discusses animism, deep ecology, human connections with nature and tradition, the influence of plant medicines like cannabis, psilocybin, and ayahuasca, the balance between commercializat…
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In a set of riveting interviews with a determined high school principal and an NFL star, Calais Campbell, Akilah gets schooled on the successful process that changed the Denver South High School Rebels into the Ravens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Autor: iHeartPodcast
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14/10/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 67 The Strangest Fact of Human Perception This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore the mind-bending truth that you're not feeling objects 'out there' in the world but your perception of them. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 …
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Exploring paganism, folklore and modern spirituality with Ben Stimpson
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Ben Stimson, an integrative therapist, author, and folklorist returns to Rebel Spirit Radio to delve into the evolving nature of paganism, witchcraft, and modern spiritual movements. This insightful discussion explores the intersections of neo-paganism, queer communities, and the unique blend of fandom and spirituality as safe spaces for identity f…
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By now we’ve learned that changing the Rebels mascot and team name is a difficult process. For guidance and inspiration, Akilah turns to other former Rebels who didn’t take no for an answer and pushed for their schools to make a change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Autor: iHeartPodcast
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07/10/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 66 Exploring What It Means to Live a Big Life This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore how insights move us closer to how life really works. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.ee/rebelspirituality Want to buy me …
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The UFO Paradox with Keith Thompson
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Rebel Spirit Radio welcomes Keith Thompson, a renowned author and independent journalist, to explore the intricate realms of UFO phenomena and their profound implications on our understanding of reality. Drawing from his latest book, The UFO Paradox, Thompson discusses the shifting paradigm in UFO perception and its connection with mythology, synch…
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If you’re going to create a new mascot, you’ve gotta talk to the experts. In this episode, Akilah speaks with the creators of Benny the Bull, the Chicago Bulls’ mascot, and Gritty, the Philadelphia Flyers mascot, about how to successfully bring a new mascot to life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Exploring What It Means to Live a Big Life
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30/09/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 65 Exploring What It Means to Live a Big Life This week on Rebel Spirituality, I explore what it means to live a "BIG" life and follow your heart's desire(s)! Men's retreat info... Here. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://…
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From Punk to Monk with Ray Raghunath Cappo
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In this episode of Rebel Spirit Radio, I welcome Ray Raghunath Cappo, founder of the hardcore punk band Youth of Today and the spiritually-driven band Shelter. Ray shares his inspiring journey from punk rock to spirituality, discussing his memoir From Punk to Monk. He delves into his spiritual awakening in India, his life in ashrams, and his curren…
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Taking a step back from Akilah’s campaign, we spend some time with a local minor league baseball franchise, The Florence Y’All’s, and hear all about how they were able to rebrand their team name from something blah to something more inclusive–which led to a positive impact in every area of their business. If you have a racist mascot at your high sc…
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23/09/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 64 How do I Process my Emotions? This week on Rebel Spirituality, we explore what it means to process our emotions and reflect on the statement... you don't process emotions, emotions are a process. Men's retreat info... Here. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the R…
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Healing with 5-MeO-DMT with Steve Rio
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In this episode, I am joined by Steve Rio, who, with his wife Austin, co-founded Enfold, a Canadian retreat center grounded in Buddhist philosophy that utilizes the entheogen 5-Meo DMT, breathwork, meditation, and somatic therapy to lead participants to deep healing and spiritual enrichment by nurturing interconnection and helping them remember wha…
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In speaking to alumni from Boone County High School willing to share their experiences across multiple decades, a clearer image of all the half-measures taken to remove the confederate imagery and racist symbols from the school emerges–even as the name “Rebels” remains. If you have a racist mascot at your high school, or are an alumni of a high sch…
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02/09/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 63 No One Escapes the Human Condition! This week on Rebel Spirituality, I illuminate what I mean by 'the human condition'. Exploring the liberation found in knowing your true self beyond emotions, feelings and conditioning. Men's retreat info... Here. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist...…
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The Occult Sylvia Plath with Julia Gordon-Bramer
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In this episode of Rebel Spirit Radio, I welcome back Julia Gordon Bramer, an award-winning writer, poet, tarot card reader, and Sylvia Plath scholar. Julia discusses her latest book, 'The Occult Sylvia Plath,' diving into Plath's life, her fascination with mysticism, and how her work was deeply interwoven with the occult, including tarot, Kabbalah…
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After dubious claims from the school board about the origin of the Rebels team name, Akilah dives deep into the history of the high school, the influence of classic cinema, and the term Rebel historically in the south. If you have a racist mascot at your high school, or are an alumni of a high school with a racist mascot, and want to share your own…
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02/09/2024 Rebel Spirituality Podcast Episode 62 The 'Magic Pill' for Instant Calm In this episode of Rebel Spirituality, we explore the concept of a "magic pill" for instant calm and contentment. Men's retreat info... Here. Add your name to the next Mystery School waitlist... Here! Subscribe to the Rebel Weekly & YouTube channel 🙏 https://linktr.e…
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Zen in the Vernacular with Peter Coyote
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Join Rebel Spirit Radio as we host Peter Coyote, award-winning actor, narrator, and Zen Buddhist priest. In this insightful conversation, Peter discusses his latest book, 'Zen in the Vernacular: Things As It Is,' and shares his wisdom on making Zen Buddhism accessible to Americans by stripping away the exotic cultural layers. He explores the true e…
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Akilah heads back to her hometown of Florence, KY to attend her former high school’s homecoming celebration and kick off her campaign to get the Boone County Rebels mascot changed. If you have a racist mascot at your high school, or are an alumni of a high school with a racist mascot, and want to share your own experience, please email us at rebels…
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