Into the Magic Shop
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, many were overwhelmed with stress, anxiety and depression. While this epidemic of stress has been growing over the past decade, it has been exacerbated by the pandemic and the divisive nature of political discourse. As a result, many people feel disconnected, inauthentic, and unhappy, while questioning the source of their unhappiness when they presumably have “everything”—an absence of compassion, for oneself and others, is often the source of the problem. Many of us don’t understand the nature of self-compassion nor the power of compassion to improve our lives and alleviate our suffering. By entering the “Magic Shop”, Jim will share his wisdom and introduce a variety of techniques to change the course of one’s life and share his own lessons learned through the exchange of untold stories of his guests. He will interview authors and experts in the fields of philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, spirituality and religion, as well as individuals with unique points of view. He will also engage his listeners by answering their questions and also at times interview listeners who are willing to share their own stories of challenge and hardship.
Show episodes
In this episode of the "Into the Magic Shop" podcast, Dr. Jim Doty and guest psychologist, Dr. Stephanie Brown explore the flaws of the current educational system and the negative effects of income inequality. They advocate for an interdependent classroom model that fosters compassion and caters to individual student n
In this episode of "Into the Magic Shop," Dr. Jim Doty sits down with black, mixed-raced female Zen priest, Reverend angel Kyodo williams. They delve into her personal and spiritual journey, from childhood abuse to becoming a Zen priest. The discussion explores themes of keen observation, understanding reality, the imp
Exploring Ken Wilber's Integral Theory and Navigating the Depths of Human Consciousness
In this episode of “Into The Magic Shop,” Ken Wilber, a renowned philosopher and integral theorist, discusses his early experiences with mystical unity consciousness, the development of his integral theory, and the stages of human development. Wilber explains the integral metamodel, which includes "growing up, waking u
Marianne Williamson: Exploring the Transformative Power of Love and “The Mystic Jesus”
In this episode of the "Into the Magic Shop" podcast, Dr. Jim Doty converses with Marianne Williamson, a renowned author and spiritual leader, about her new book, "The Mystic Jesus: The Mind of Love," and her experiences with "A Course in Miracles." They explore the historical context and impact of "A Course in Miracle
Dr. Tony Nader: Consciousness Is All There Is: How Understanding and Experiencing Consciousness Will Transform Your Life
In this episode of the "Into the Magic Shop" podcast, host Dr. Jim Doty converses with Dr. Tony Nader, a physician, neuroscientist, and leader of the Transcendental Meditation movement. Dr. Nader, who holds a PhD from MIT, discusses his new book, "Consciousness Is All There Is," exploring the nature of consciousness, m
Noémie Le Pertel: "Exploring the Impact of Human Flourishing and Well-being on the Workplace, Economies, and Healthcare Systems"
In this episode of the "Into the Magic Shop,” Dr. James Doty sits down with guest Dr. Noémie Le Pertel, an expert in human flourishing and well-being. Le Pertel is the founding chair for the Economics of Wellbeing and Global Human Flourishing at Harvard University’s Institute for Quantitative Social Science. Dr. Doty a
