The Power of Community: How a Pilgrimage Taught Me the Importance of Social Bonding

Are we headed toward a future controlled by AI?   In today’s episode of the Darin Olien Show, Zachary Levi and I discuss the potential implications of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on society, jobs, and our way of life.    As AI continues to progress at an unprecedented pace, it's crucial for us to be aware of the potential consequences, such as widespread job displacement across industries like entertainment, and the importance of creating intentional communities that prioritize human connection, well-being, and purpose.   Levi shares his insights on the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own healing and personal growth to become more effective agents of positive change in the world. He emphasizes the significance of self-love, addressing traumas, and exploring various therapeutic modalities, including plant medicines and psychedelics, to support mental and emotional well-being. To learn more about the future of AI, the importance of intentional communities, and the transformative power of personal growth, be sure to listen in.    Zachary Levi is known for his work in "Chuck" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," as well as films like "Shazam!” and "American Underdog,”  A true champion of mental wellness, He is committed to helping others who deal with the challenges that life presents, bringing people back to the center of health and happiness.   What we discuss… (00:00) Uncovering Truths Through Media (07:31) The Influence of Pharmaceutical Companies (15:00) Exploring Human Ego and Capitalism (25:05) The Impact of AI on Employment (29:00) The Ethics of Technology and Leadership (38:33) Navigating the Impact of AI (52:22) The Future of AI in Entertainment (59:46) Building a Better Hollywood and Community (01:10:46) Creating Intentional Communities With Purpose (01:18:20) Prioritizing Self-Improvement and Healing (01:31:51) Upcoming Film Projects and Historical Stories (01:35:35) Creating Thriving Communities Through Film   …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Bite: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com Branch Basics: Save 15% on your Starter Kit when you use code DARIN at www.branchbasics.com.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Zachary Levi: Book: Radical Love Instagram: @zacharylevi   

What if the pursuit of your passion and purpose could be as impactful as a miracle pill for your overall health and well-being?   In today’s solo episode of the Darin Olien Show, I discuss a major topic that has been on my heart. Aligning your life with your true purpose has been scientifically proven to enhance happiness, reduce anxiety and depression, boost resilience, and even increase longevity. By tapping into what truly lights you up and taking consistent action toward your goals, you can unlock a wellspring of vitality and fulfillment that permeates every aspect of your life.   I offer practical strategies for identifying your passion, setting meaningful goals, and cultivating a supportive network to help you stay the course. I also share vulnerable moments from my own journey, demonstrating that the path to purpose is rarely linear but always worth pursuing. Tune in now because today’s episode is a must-listen!    Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com Barùkas: Go to www.barukas.com and use code DARINPOD10 for a 10% discount.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/

Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential within yourself and the world around you? In today’s episode of the Darin Olien Show, I dive deep into the fascinating realms of frequency healing, indigenous wisdom, and the transformative power of self-love.   My special guest, Danette May, shares her incredible insights on bridging the gap between modern wellness and ancient traditions. She emphasizes that the key to true healing and happiness lies in embracing and loving ourselves fully, even the parts we often hide away.   Throughout this conversation, Danette and I explore the cutting-edge science of frequency healing, the wisdom of indigenous practices, and the importance of ceremony in our daily lives. We discuss how these elements can help us reconnect with our authentic selves and unlock our innate capacity for healing and growth.   Danette May is the Co-founder and CCO of Mindful Health LLC and Earth Echo Foods, best-selling author of The Rise and Embrace Abundance, founder of The Rise Movement, keynote speaker, high level executive coach, fitness and nutrition expert, entrepreneur, wife, and mother.   What we discuss… (00:00) Exploring Personal Growth and Connection (05:30) Navigating Delegation and Vision in Business (10:09) Spiritual Relationships and Healing Frequencies (23:46) Exploring Healing Through Frequencies (28:03) Healing, Trauma, and Women's Issues (36:15) Healing Generational Trauma and Creating Utopia (41:39) The Power of Self-Love and Healing (52:54) Exploring Opportunities in Media Industry   …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Manna Vitality: Go to www.mannavitality.com and use code DARIN12 at checkout for 12% off. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Danette May: Website: https://danettemay.com/  Podcast: Manifestival Podcast Instagram: @thedanettemay

Are You Putting Toxic Chemicals on Your Skin?   You lather it on before heading outside to "protect" yourself from the sun's rays. But what if that sunscreen you're using is actually doing more harm than good?   In my solo episode of The Darin Olien Show, I dive deep into the dangers of common sunscreen ingredients like avobenzone, oxybenzone, octocrylene, and e-camsule. Shocking research shows that these chemicals get absorbed into the bloodstream at levels far exceeding safety limits - even from a single application!   The main point? These hormone-disrupting, potentially cancer-causing chemicals have no place in sunscreens or on our skin. Sensible sun exposure without sunscreen is not only safe, but crucial for vitamin D production, nitric oxide increase, and overall mortality reduction.   This is an eye-opening listen that will make you seriously rethink slathering on those toxic sunscreen products.    Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount   Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/   

Food is the strongest lever to optimize health and environmental sustainability on Earth. The solution? We need a substantial shift towards plant-based dietary patterns and a 50% reduction in food waste.   In the latest episode of The Darin Olien Show, I sit down with Amy Keller, founder of Climate Candy, to discuss her innovative solution to food waste. We dive into the real issues behind this problem and explore the shifts we can make for the greatest impact.   In our discussion, we talk about the staggering food waste plaguing the nation, and how it affects our economy and soil. We talk about corporate solutions as well as personal solutions we should all incorporate. A planted-based focus could change the issue drastically, and Amy is on a journey to educate the population to do just that. We also dive into school programs and how reducing our consumption of convenience items could help the planet.    Amy Keller believes where there is a vision the best way to predict the future is to create it yourself. She has never been satisfied with the status quo and Climate Candy is a catalyst for change. Amy Keller determined a long time ago that whatever business she started, it had to make a positive impact on the planet and people’s health. Climate Candy is a brand designed to have a long-standing and meaningful role in the cultural revolution in upcycled foods and climate change. The success lies in the brand imbued with this sense of mission, personality, and personal values.   What we discuss…   (02:00) Food Waste and its relation to climate change and the economy  (11:00) Amy Keller’s climate candy solution (17:00) Taking the information to the people  (23:00) The real issue and getting people to do better (31:30) The change in the soil due to our habits (33:00) Climate Candy’s goals (37:00) A plant-based journey (41:00) Shifts to make for the greatest impact (47:00) Reducing plastic use  (55:00) Getting excited about solutions  (1:04:00) The power of being kind  (1:07:00) School programs need a change   …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Bite: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Branch Basics: Save 15% on your Starter Kit when you use code DARIN at www.branchbasics.com. Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Amy Keller: Website: www.climatecandy.com  Instagram: @climatecandy Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amygkeller/

Are we really safe in our own home?   Join me in this special solo episode of The Darin Olien Show, as I explore the critical topic of indoor air quality and its profound impact on our health, productivity, and longevity. Indoor air pollution is a hidden danger in our modern living conditions, filled with volatile organic compounds from building materials, cleaning products, and everyday household items. With alarming statistics from the World Health Organization linking poor indoor air quality to 3.8 million deaths annually, it's clear we need to be more aware of the pollutants in our homes.    From molds and pet dander to chemical off-gassing from furniture and paints, we'll uncover the various sources of indoor air pollution and their adverse effects on our health, including respiratory diseases and exacerbated chronic conditions.   Tune in as I discuss actionable steps to improve the air quality in your living spaces and take control of your indoor environment for a healthier life.   Are you ready to improve your indoor air quality, elevate your health, embrace joy, and create a better environment, starting from your own home?   We also discuss:   (00:02) - Indoor Air Quality Awareness (03:43) Poor Air Quality Impacts Health (10:56 ) Impact of Indoor Air Quality (17:49) Improving Indoor Air Quality Solutions   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Branch Basics: Save 15% on your Starter Kit when you use code DARIN at www.branchbasics.com.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    

Are you curious about the secrets of longevity?   Ready to explore the mysteries of health and well-being? We're excited to present the latest episode that embarks on an intriguing journey from the depths of the ocean to the fascinating world of essential fats.   Our latest episode features Stephanie Venn-Watson, a veteran Veterinary Epidemiologist with an unexpected fear of water, which makes their career path, including major contributions to our understanding of essential fats and dolphin longevity, all the more astonishing.   From swimming lesson standoffs to pivotal epidemiological studies, she shares her transformation from aquaphobic to aquatic expert, diving into the metabolic mysteries behind the Navy's healthiest dolphins and the discovery of odd-chain saturated fats like C15 as a key to longevity and disease prevention.   Venture beneath the surface with us as we navigate the murky waters of environmental toxins and their impact on marine and human health. The narrative is rich with details of the monumental shift in understanding, the untapped potential of these fats, and the imperative of sustaining our ecosystem for the health of all species.   Stephanie  Venn-Watson served as an epidemiologist tracking diseases for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization. She co-founded the National Marine Mammal Foundation and is a recipient of the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary’s Award for Innovations in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention.   We also discuss...   (06:28) Dolphin Health Study Results (12:24) "Understanding Saturated Fat Varieties" (15:17) Importance of C15 Deficiency in Health (21:31) Impact of C15 on Cell Membranes (25:13) Discovering the Importance of Fatty Acids (32:05) Discovering Nature's Secrets (35:47) Fatty 15 Supplement for Dolphins (45:15) Comparing C15 and Omega-3 Fatty Acids (53:14) Uncovering New Molecule Challenges Societal Norms (57:36) Optimal C15 Dosing for Health   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Manna Vitality: Go to www.mannavitality.com and use code DARIN12 at checkout for 12% off. Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Fatty15 : Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Stephanie Venn-Watson: Website: https://fatty15.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatty15/

Did you know that the simple act of breathing can have a profound impact on your mental and physical well-being? Most of us take around 22,000 breaths per day without even realizing it, but what if we could harness the power of our breath to improve our health?   In my latest solo episode of The Darren Olien Show, I dive deep into the science and benefits of intentional breathwork. By consciously slowing down our breathing and engaging in specific breathing practices, we can accomplish several health benefits, like reducing stress and anxiety.  Whether it's through diaphragmatic breathing, pranayama, or the Wim Hof method, incorporating just 5-20 minutes of breathwork into your daily routine can have significant positive effects.    If you're interested in learning more about this powerful tool for wellness, I highly encourage you to listen to this informative podcast episode. My insights and expertise will inspire you to start breathwork of your own for a healthier, happier life.   Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Cymbiotika: Visit Cymbiotika.com and use your exclusive code DARIN for 15% off.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/

Life is a journey of continuous growth, where experiences serve as feedback to nourish our spiritual evolution. Amidst emotional, physical, or spiritual pain lies the opportunity for inspiration, breakthrough, and transformation.   In these moments, we should look for the lessons hidden within the challenges rather than becoming victims of our pain. Learning from our pain requires a radical shift in perspective and action. This is the key to overcoming fear, activating our dreams, and translating inspiration into tangible pursuits.   In the latest episode of The Darin Olien Show, I sit down with Mike Posner as he shares his transformative journey of turning pain into purpose. Mike's pivotal moment came from a series of devastating losses, including the passing of his father and friends. Despite achieving material success, an underlying sense of sadness lingered, compelling him to seek a more fulfilling path. Exhausted by the cycle of passive inspiration without action and recognizing the need to break free from comfort and approval-seeking, Mike took a radical shift. He embarked on a soul-searching journey: a solo trek across America.   In our discussion, Mike shares insights from his quest for self-inspiration, shedding light on his decision to pivot and embrace discomfort as a catalyst for personal growth, inspiration, and genuine connection. He also provides practical advice for listeners to live a purposeful, present, and happy life.   Mike is a singer and producer, and despite his success, he embarked on a transformative journey, setting aside the comforts of fame to trek across America. He walked solo from Asbury Park, New Jersey, to Venice Beach, California, covering 2,851 miles. Along the way, he faced challenges, including a rattlesnake bite that led to an emergency helicopter ride to a Colorado ICU. Rejecting hero status, Mike aimed to inspire others by embracing discomfort and building resilience. Known for hits like "Cooler Than Me" and "I Took a Pill in Ibiza," his journey symbolizes personal growth and transformation.   What we discuss…   (00:00) How being around good energy helps you show up differently (04:30) Relationships and how they are inspiring Mike's life and craft (12:07) Shifting pain to purpose: activating your dream, showing up, and going for it. (18:02) Creating a future that makes the present bearable and exciting (20:09) The vision that inspired Mike to walk across the United States (23:11) Overcoming the chasm that keeps us from living a genuinely happy life (32:10) Three distractions pulling us away from living from an inspired action path (42:16) How to overcome resistance and be unstoppable when hit by adversity (49:29) What Mike is excited about and is creating right now   …and more!   Don’t forget:   You can order now by heading to darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Manna Vitality: Go to www.mannavitality.com and use code DARIN12 at checkout for 12% off. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Vivo Barefoot: Get 20% off your first Vivobarefoot order with DARIN20 at www.vivobarefoot.com   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/   Find more from Mike: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeposner/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MikePosner Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-mike-posner-podcast/id1725122325

Feeling lonely or disconnected lately?    I go rogue in my latest solo episode because I want to discuss rediscovering the importance of connection. I share my recent experience on a pilgrimage to the north of England, where I connected with a group of around 40 people, all with the intention of being open and becoming better versions of themselves. After this experience, I quickly realized the importance of social bonding and connection so I discuss how it can have a profound impact on our overall health and well-being in today’s episode. You don’t want to miss it, so tune in now!    Don’t forget… You can order now by heading to https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book or order now on Amazon.   Thank you to our sponsors: Cymbiotika: Visit Cymbiotika.com and use your exclusive code DARIN for 15% off.   Find more from Darin: Website: https://darinolien.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Darinolien/ Book: https://darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/ Down to Earth: https://darinolien.com/down-to-earth/    Use code OLIEN20 for a Viome discount Candiani Denim: https://www.candianidenim.com/