Episodes

E139 Rev. Stan Mitchell was raised evangelical Fundamentalist. He spent his young life as a pastor touring like a rockstar preaching of a sectarian and exclusive god, whose tight system of acceptance wouldn’t let “just anyone” in. Nowadays, he refers to himself as “unashamedly Christian” and “unapologetically interfaith.” His work with LGBTQ acceptance within the […]

E138 Bioinformaticist and cancer researcher human Aubrey Bailey is at the Kuopio Center for Gene and Cell Therapy in Finland and was previously at the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center‘s Microbiology and Immunology Dept at Dittmer Lab in North Carolina. He’s also a fecal transplant donor…yes you read that right! (1:02:57) For more information and links, […]

E137 Author, journalist and Country Faith co-founder human Deborah Evans Price has served as Editor-in-Chief of Country News magazine, associate editor of American Songwriter and music editor (Country/Christian) for Billboard. Along with running Country Faith, a faith-based multimedia content production, management and marketing company, the multi award-winning author continues to freelance regularly at Billboard, Rolling […]

E136 Boxing coach, trainer and mentor to young men human Will Temple lives in the St. Louis, Missouri region. His son, Joshua Temple, is well on his way to becoming a champion boxer. Will talks about what inspires him to coach, what he’s learned and that there’s more to boxing (and Will’s story) than meets […]

E135 Psychic medium, astrologer, Tarot reader, Reiki master, Life Coach human Suzie Kerr Wright has studied at the prestigious Arthur Findlay College of Spiritualism and Psychic Sciences in Burton End, Essex, England. Not only does Suzie discuss her work with Hey Human but she does an on-the-spot reading of guest Sarah Kowarski and blew our […]

E134 Therapist human Vanessa Londino believes in treating the whole person: mind, heart, spirit and body. As a licensed professional counselor, her specializations included trauma and the effects of abuse, addicted and narcissistic family systems, women’s identity issues, spiritual trauma and abuse, couples and adolescents. She has been on her own healing journey, as well. […]

E133 Martin Olson, Emmy nominated television and song writer, producer, comedy writer, bestselling author human, was head writer for Phineas and Ferb’s first season and one of the main songwriters for the series. He is also a playwright and poet known for comedic and unusual subject matter. He has song cuts with dozens of artists […]

E132 Americana artist and songwriter human Ben Danaher is a Truth teller. Rolling Stone called him a “2018 Artist to Watch,” all at once praising Ben’s songwriting talent and his vulnerability. He’s as engaging on stage live, reverent yet commanding, as he is between the grooves of a record. He’s suffered sadness no person should […]

E131 World renowned shark researcher, cave diver, SCUBA master and conservationist human Cristina Zenato was born in Italy but calls the Bahamas home. She spends her time with her beloved Caribbean Reef Sharks doing research and teaching others. She has seen and mapped underwater caves where no other human has ever been. She lives an […]

E130 Founder of The Imagine Project, nurse and author, human Dianne Maroney is the founder of a program that gives kids and teens (and adults) the opportunity to work through stress, trauma, and the drama of everyday life through expressive writing. She has seen first hand the transformative power of imagining things for the better. […]

E129 Multiple Sclerosis and David “Doc” Downs. Doc has led an active and carefree life as a bassist and dancer. He tended bar and performed in bands, making his living as a creative. Four years ago he started having vision problems, and soon would receive a phone call that would turn his life upside down. […]

E128 Filmmaker human Rachel Kaden is an award winning director with an innate love of storytelling. Her early years as an actress educated her in the art of performance, and a deep passion for British cinema led her to study film at London Metropolitan University. She’s currently working on her documentary, Man Down, about the […]

E127 Neuroscientist human David Calkins, Ph.D, is a seeker. He has an exciting career in biomedical research and teaching and is the Denis M. O’Day Professor of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, Vice Chairman and Director for Research of the Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Professor of Psychology, Professor of Pharmacology and Director of the Vanderbilt Vision Research […]

E126 Smithfield is comprised of musical humans Jennifer Fiedler and Trey Smith. Founded in 2011, they hit the ground running with a dream as big as their home state of Texas. Having grown up together, Jennifer and Trey’s on-stage chemistry is undeniably genuine and natural. They took time out from their busy touring and writing schedule […]

E125 Plastic surgeon human Dr. David Teplica (MD/MFA) manages a busy practice in Chicago, IL in the field of plastic surgery and cares for patients from around the globe. His creative photography is exhibited widely and prints are held in prominent collections, including the Museum of Contemporary Photography, The Art Institute of Chicago and the National Portrait […]

E124 Survivor Human Andi Renfree is an Air Force veteran. One night, while in her room on base, during her first assignment in Germany, the unthinkable happened. She fought back and she found her voice. She is a survivor. (1:11:17) For more information and links, please visit: HeyHumanpodcast.com

E123 Improv actor human David Razowsky is a renowned (and award-winning) Improv acting coach. He tours all over the world teaching actors of all experience levels. He turns the traditional “Yes, and…” on its ear and the result is “compelling, smart, truthful, and surprising scenes…No games, no preconceived premises, no ideas, no ego.” He came […]

E122 Jeff was a First Responder human in Washington D.C., on September 11th, 2001. As a result of the contaminants in the air, he became ill. Soon, his health deteriorated to the point he needed a heart transplant. And then another. His story is a remarkable one of strength, endurance and the human spirit. (1:28:36) For […]

E121 Mental health advocate and musical artist human Daphne Willis has an infectious laugh that brightens a room, but she’s no stranger to darkness. As an artist and songwriter, her music is truthful and at times touches on subjects many shy away from. Empowered by her vulnerability, her fans find safety in their own vulnerability. […]

E119 Conservative mom human Stacy Manning is an editor, contributor and spokesperson of the online forum Them Before Us. She believes children are best served by the “traditional parent model” of mother and father. The Them Before Us mission statement is “…to advance social policies that encourage adults to actively respect the rights of children […]

E118 Boxing legend human Evander Holyfield is a four-time heavyweight boxing champion of the world. He represented the United States in the 1984 Summer Olympics, winning the bronze in the heavyweight division. Raised by a strong, philosophical mother, Evander learned from a young age the importance of listening and showing up. (1:48:49) For more information […]

E117 – Attorney, author and musician human Shai Littlejohn has served on both the prosecution and defense in her career in the Washington D.C. courts. She has been an active member of her community as a mentor and speaker and has published articles on law, music and community outreach. She’s also a talented singer-songwriter! (1:13:32) […]

E116 – Cirque Du Soleil humans Maxwell Batista and Sasha Yudintsev share behind the scenes and onstage stories of the world’s most beloved circus. (35:32) For more information and links, please visit: HeyHumanpodcast.com

E115 – Copyright law/Intellectual property professor human E. Michael Harrington has lectured at the top schools in the country and has been the expert witness and consultant in hundreds of music copyright cases for such notables as director Steven Spielberg and producer Mark Burnett to artists Dixie Chicks, Steve Perry, Snoop Dogg, T-Pain, Collin Raye, […]