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AWONDERJUNKIE

Ryan Anderson
Consciousness
Mental Health
Psychedelics
Artificial Intelligence
CIA
Breathwork
Neuroscience
Resilience
Mindset
Psychedelic Renaissance
MKULTRA
Quantum Biology
Light
Community
Philosophy
Covid-19
Geoengineering
Personal Growth
Vaccines
Circadian Biology

A WonderJunkie is someone who is passionately curious and has an insatiable appetite for learning. Curiosity and wonder lead to an infinite path of discoveryI created this podcast to share my love for learning, sharing and connecting. We live in an extraordinary time where technology enables us to learn and connect like never before.Join me on the journey as we learn from the hearts and minds of o... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes141Founded2 years ago
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Dr. Eben Alexander spent over 25 years as an academic neurosurgeon, including 15 years at the Brigham & Women’s Hospital, the Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston.  Over those years he personally dealt with hundreds of patients su... more

The extraordinary journey of a former Top Gun fighter pilot who turned to psychedelics for healing and transformation. Discover insights on trauma, resilience, and the healing power of psychedelics from a unique perspective that blends military exper... more

Associate Professor in the UCI Department of Cognitive Sciences. She is also a Cooperating Researcher in the Department of Decoded Neurofeedback at Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International in Kyoto, Japan, and a Fellow in the Cana... more

Epidemiologist Nicolas Hulscher discusses the alarming findings related to the COVID-19 pandemic, mRNA vaccines, and their impact on public health. He shares his journey into research, revealing shocking mortality rates and the potential long-term ef... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Eben Alexander
Neurosurgeon and author of Proof of Heaven; proponent of afterlife consciousness
Neurosurgeon, author, Sacred Acoustics collaborator
Episode: #141 Dr. Eben Alexander- Death is an illusion A Neurosurgeon’s Near Death Experience.
Matthew Buckley
Former Top Gun pilot and psychedelic healing advocate
No Fallen Heroes Foundation / Sacred Warrior Fellowship
Episode: #140 "Whiz" Buckley - Top Gun Pilot to Psychedelic Therapy. No Fallen Heroes Foundation
Megan Peters
Interdisciplinary scientist focusing on metacognition across philosophy, psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and AI
Reflexion Lab
Episode: #139 Megan Peters - Exploring Metacognition in Neuroscience, Philosophy, and AI.
Nicolas Hulscher
Guest discussing bioterrorism & mRNA vaccines,
McCullough Foundation (as referenced)
Episode: #138 Nicolas Hulscher - Bioterrorism & The Dark Side of mRNA Vaccines
Iain Davis
Author and researcher focused on technocracy and the technocratic dark state
The Disillusioned Blogger (author)
Episode: #137 Iain Davis - The Technocratic Dark State, AI & the Digital Dictatorship
Kyle Kingsbury
Former UFC fighter and public figure discussing heart-centered living, nature, and conscious parenting
Independent / guest on the podcast
Episode: #136 Kyle Kingsbury Round 2. Heart-Centered Living & Returning to Nature
Elana Freeland
Author and researcher focused on geoengineering, MKUltra, and related topics
Author/Writer on geoengineering and related subjects
Episode: #135 Transhumanism and Geoengineering - Elana Freeland
Ahmad Ammous
Internal medicine physician and critic of centralized medical system; advocate of lifestyle-based healing
Independent medical professional
Episode: #134 Dr. Ahmad Ammous- The Corruption of the Medical-Industrial Complex. Decentralized Thinking
Richard Oseran
Co-owner of Hotel Congress, businessman with a background in law
Hotel Congress
Episode: #133 Hotel Congress: History, Culture and Art- Richard & Shana Oseran

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Ryan
Host of the show, introduces guests and frames topics

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • A great listen

    Ryan’s curious and inquisitive mind evokes some amazing conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamie8761
    United States7 months ago
  • Why?

    I had hope for this one. Compromised by the powers that be. Don’t listen to the party line lies

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gjkkkfdddv
    United States8 months ago

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Dives into fringe topics with evidence-based critique.
Guests bring deep expertise and practical perspectives.
Communication can be provocative and challenging.
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#139 Megan Peters - Exploring Metacognition in Neuroscience, Philosophy, and AI.
Q: How do you approach formulating good research questions in such a complex field?
A good research question is one you can't put down; you start with a broad seed, brain-dump, read widely, and iteratively narrow through self-reflection and by integrating prior literature, while keeping the question open to interdisciplinary methods.
#139 Megan Peters - Exploring Metacognition in Neuroscience, Philosophy, and AI.
Q: Can you summarize what metacognition means in your work and why it's important?
Metacognition refers to reflecting on one's own thoughts and internal processes; in neuroscience and AI, it helps us understand how brains and machines evaluate their own uncertainty, which is central to how we form beliefs, make decisions, and guide learning.
#141 Dr. Eben Alexander- Death is an illusion A Neurosurgeon’s Near Death Experience.
Q: Could you mind unpacking that subjective experience a little bit?
The guest details a progression from a brain-centered, amnesic state to an expanded awareness in which he experiences a light portal, gateway valley, and a core realm of oneness where consciousness transcends brain activity, culminating in a reinforced commitment to love and interconnectedness.
#134 Dr. Ahmad Ammous- The Corruption of the Medical-Industrial Complex. Decentralized Thinking
Q: How did you get into this decentralized view of medicine?
The path started with observing limited improvements in patients under conventional regimens, followed by exploring diet, lifestyle, and environmental factors that actually heal, which led to questioning the centralized system.
#133 Hotel Congress: History, Culture and Art- Richard & Shana Oseran
Q: What prompted the idea to open the jazz-focused Century Room, and how did it overcome doubt during COVID?
They describe a deliberate push to diversify offerings with live jazz, the project overcoming initial skepticism about jazz viability in that space, and the pandemic era pivot that solidified the venue's role as a celebrated cultural site.

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A wide-ranging show that invites researchers, authors, and practitioners to explore big ideas at the intersection of science, philosophy, and society. Episodes span technocracy and governance, geoengineering and transhumanism, health optimization and metabolic medicine, as well as hands-on perspectives from music venues and community history. The host fosters practical takeaways and critical thinking, often challenging mainstream narratives while spotlighting lived experiences, personal journeys, and actionable practices. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from academics and investigative researchers to practitioners and artists—creating a mosaic of perspectives for curious, knowledge-hungry audiences. Potential listeners who enjoy... more

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2. Matthew Buckley
3. Megan Peters
4. Nicolas Hulscher
5. Iain Davis
6. Kyle Kingsbury
7. Elana Freeland
8. Ahmad Ammous

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