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Here For The Truth

Joel & Yerasimos
Personal Growth
Spirituality
German New Medicine
Mental Health
Authenticity
Personal Development
Conspiracy Theories
Ancient History
Self-Discovery
Human Design
Parenting
Trauma
Astrology
Spiritual Awakening
Relationships
Self-Knowledge
Flat Earth Theory
Covid-19
Reality
Education

In a world awash with propaganda, censorship, and spiritual confusion, Here For The Truth is a refuge for critical thinkers and seekers of authenticity. Hosted by Joel Rafidi and Yerasimos, this podcast cuts through the noise to explore psychology, philosophy, spirituality, health, freedom, and the human condition with honesty and depth. Through raw, unfiltered conversations with thought leaders, ... more

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Coffee, wine, the vape and the endless scroll are what Jason Christoff calls painkillers, and each one sends away the pain teacher, the voice that keeps knocking with every message we would rather not hear. In his fifth conversation with us, Jason sp... more

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Justin Bua painted The DJ, one of the most popular art prints of all time, and created the look of EA Sports' NBA Street, a billion-dollar franchise. He grew up a latchkey kid in New York City, breaking in the streets beside Rocksteady Park and watch... more

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Ed Latimore walked into a boxing gym at 22 because, as he puts it, if he had died then, all anyone could have said was that he played football and drank a lot. He grew up in Pittsburgh's housing projects at the peak of the crack era with no father an... more

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Brian Costello grew up believing life simply works out if you stick to the plan, and for years it did: a thriving CrossFit gym, a place on Team USA as a competitive beach sprinter, and a future that seemed to build itself. Then a betrayal split his l... more

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Justin Bua
Artist, author, speaker and entrepreneur known for The DJ and the visual design of NBA Street
Episode: Ep 320 - Justin Bua | Hip Hop, Michelangelo & the Uglification of Culture
Ed Latimore
Former professional heavyweight boxer, Army National Guard veteran, author and physics graduate
Episode: Ep 319 - Ed Latimore | Seek Difficulty: Boxing, Sobriety & the Discipline of Doing Hard Things
Brian Costello
Author of The Primordial Code
Author/Creator of The Primordial Code movement
Episode: Ep 318 - Brian Costello | Staring Betrayal in the Eye: Forgiveness & the Primordial Code
Kate Gladdin
International keynote speaker, bestselling author and coach focused on resilience
Self-Help / Public Speaking / Advocacy
Episode: Ep 316 - Kate Gladdin | Resilience Is Not Bouncing Back
Drew McManus
Musician, also known as Satsang
Satsang, Elohim album
Episode: Ep 315 - Satsang | In the Company of the Highest Truth
Ruby Fremon
Author, somatic practitioner, mentor, and teacher
Equia / Potent Leadership
Episode: Ep 314 - Ruby Fremon | Cracked Open: A Story of Grief, Collapse & Aliveness
Chance Garton
Host and producer of the Innerverse Podcast, occult/alternative history researcher
Innerverse Podcast
Episode: Ep 313 - Chance Garton | Tartaria Exposed: Sacred Cows & the Psychology of Conspiracy
Eben Britton
Former NFL offensive lineman, performance and wellness coach
Athlete's Approach
Episode: Ep 312 - Eben Britton | The Man Beneath the Armor
Natasha Nazerali
Biological Relating practitioner; German New Medicine educator
Biological Relating / German New Medicine
Episode: Ep 311 - Dr. Richard Massey & Natasha Nazerali | The Beauty of Biology

Hosts

Joel Rafidi
Host of Here For The Truth; engages in deep, analytical dialogue across philosophy, psychology, and personal development.
Yerasimos Stylianatos
Co-host of Here For The Truth; drives discussions with a focus on discernment, embodied conversation, and nuanced exploration of topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 381 ratings
  • Hard pass

    Joel is a total jerk who treats his fans and supporters like garbage in real life. His wife isn’t any better. She cussed me out in front of their three small children at confluence this year and he refuses to apologize for what happened or hold her accountable for her behavior. I ended up having to seek a refund from the event because this totally ruined my trip. I had been a listener for years who paid to participate in several of his programs, came all the way out to see him and connect with o... more

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    DarkwingDukkk
    United States4 months ago
  • Hard pass

    Joel is a total jerk who treats his fans and supporters like garbage in real life. His wife isn’t any better. She cussed me out in front of their three small children at confluence this year and he refuses to apologize for what happened or hold her accountable for her behavior. I ended up having to seek a refund from the event because this totally ruined my trip. I had been a listener for years who paid to participate in several of his programs, came all the way out to see him and connect with o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DarkwingDukkk
    United States4 months ago
  • Self esteem

    Thank you for the 7 day self esteem challenge it changed my thinking I feel truly blessed to have been listening and now going deeper into healing myself life changing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    not accuate
    United States5 months ago
  • Nah

    Joel is an absolute prick who treats his fans and supporters like garbage in real life. His wife isn’t any better. Not a nice guy, not a nice family. Buyer beware

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    1
    DarkwingDukkk
    United States6 months ago
  • Gold Medal Podcast

    I look forward to each episode drop. I love the breadth and depth of material covered with each unique guest. This is essential listening for the human becoming the fullest version of themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Kylie St
    Australia6 months ago

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Ep 320 - Justin Bua | Hip Hop, Michelangelo & the Uglification of Culture
Q: Do you have a personal ethos or philosophy when it comes to art?
Bua sees drawing and painting as spiritual practices and channels from the divine. He argues that much contemporary art is driven by economics and institutional support rather than artistic mastery.
Ep 320 - Justin Bua | Hip Hop, Michelangelo & the Uglification of Culture
Q: What was life like growing up, and how did you find yourself leading down this path and becoming the man and the artist that you are today?
Bua describes growing up in New York City with a working single mother, spending time on the streets around early hip hop culture, and receiving artistic influence from his grandfather, his mother and the museums and artists around him.
Ep 319 - Ed Latimore | Seek Difficulty: Boxing, Sobriety & the Discipline of Doing Hard Things
Q: What is your message to younger people today?
Latimore urges people to take on difficult tasks and learn hard skills even when easier alternatives are available. He warns that relying on generative AI and other shortcuts can weaken people's ability to evaluate arguments and understand what they read.
Ep 319 - Ed Latimore | Seek Difficulty: Boxing, Sobriety & the Discipline of Doing Hard Things
Q: What was the turning point for you to go sober?
Latimore explains that Army basic training gave him his first opportunity to make friends without alcohol. He also wanted to protect his relationship and boxing career, and after a year sober he valued the person he had become and saw no reason to return to drinking.
Ep 309 - Anthony Rispo | Power, Privilege & the Psychology of Politics
Q: How did your peer group react to you changing your mind, and how did that affect your sense of belonging?
Changing beliefs led to significant social fallout; many friends left or labeled him with terms like bigoted or transphobic. He found a new social circle at a community college that was more aligned with his evolving views, and his on-campus activities with Heterodox Academy helped him establish a safer space for open inquiry.

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A thought-provoking, long-form interview series that covers psychology, philosophy, spirituality, health, and personal sovereignty through conversations with researchers, creators, and independent thinkers. Episodes frequently explore topics like mental models, self-downership, critical thinking, alternative health practices, tech ethics, and community-led living, often weaving practical guidance with personal narratives. Notable throughlines include open-source or autonomy-minded tech, mindful leadership, and strategies for living with integrity in complex modern systems. The format tends to mix rigorous inquiry with candid storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who value depth, nuance, and a willingness to challenge mainstream nar... more

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2. Ed Latimore
3. Brian Costello
4. Kate Gladdin
5. Drew McManus
6. Ruby Fremon
7. Chance Garton
8. Eben Britton

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