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Circling
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Psychedelics
Stemless
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Relationship Dynamics
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Samadhi Center
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Conversations at the crossroads of Consciousness, Human Connection, and Communion with the Divine. Adventure with us to far-out realms of reality, and let's figure out how we get there together.

You'll find discussions on spirituality, philosophy, death, levels of consciousness, psychedelics, meditation, interpersonal relationships, self-improvement, science of mind, religion, anthropology, cultu... more

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Frank Elaridi began his career as a journalist, going on to win four Emmys and covering everything from forest fires to celebrities. But then, he struck out on his own to spread the story of mysterious practitioners who are able to see while blindfol... more

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Stephen Jenkinson is a culture activist and author who brings together ceremony, music, and story. His much-loved book Die Wise taught us how to face that hardest of topics: death. In 2024, he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Now, in his new b... more

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C. Derick Varn is a poet, philosopher, and podcaster (among so much else). He comes on The Container to talk about how we make reality. Spoiler alert: it's a mixture of spirit, mind, history, politics, and so on. In particular, he helps us understand... more

The Relating Arts teach us how to engage with ourselves, each other, and the world in a more conscious way. So, what would happen if we grew these practices at scale?

Peter Munthe-Kaas comes on The Container to talk about just that. His Relating Art... more

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Recent Guests

C. Derick Varn
Author, thinker, podcaster, poet, and cultural commentator
Episode: How Spirituality, Politics, and Philosophy Shape Reality w/ C. Derick Varn
Peter Munthe-Kaas
Founder of Relating Arts project, facilitator of authentic relating and circling practices
Relating Arts
Episode: The Relating Arts (R)evolution w/ Peter Munthe-Kaas
Lubaina Choudhury
Energy healer and practitioner whose work is influenced by Kabbalah, shamanism, and Circling
Life is Healing
Episode: Energy Healer on Your Hidden Abilities w/ Lubaina Choudhury
Will Jefferson
Facilitator of Poetry and Presence and Relateful coaching figure; researcher with Oxford PhD on empathy
Relateful Company
Episode: Awaken Through Poetry w/ Will Jefferson
Marei Christensen
Mystical practitioner and Circling facilitator
Circling / Mystical practice
Episode: You Forgot You're Already a Mystic w/ Mareike Christensen
Daniel Schmidt
Documentarian, filmmaker of the Samadhi films
The Samadhi Center
Episode: Tools for Awakening w/ Daniel Schmidt
Andrew Venezia
Psychedelic guide, shaman, and integration practitioner discussed as the guest on the episode
Independent practitioner
Episode: The Circle Is a Reality Playground w/ Andrew Venezia
Ben Hodgson
High-level practitioner of Transformational Connection; facilitator of group events and spiritual teacher
Transformational Connection / TC
Episode: Circling and the Occult w/ Ben Hodgson
Angelo DiLullo
Awakening teacher and facilitator known for Simply Always Awake and awakening work described in the episode
Simply Always Awake / awakening work
Episode: The Ultimate Group Transformation Process w/ Angelo DiLullo

Hosts

Sai
Co-host with a focus on hosting and shaping conversations around consciousness and relational practices; frequently appears alongside Jonathan.
Jonathan
Co-host and primary host; drives interviews and discussion on spirituality, philosophy, and community impact.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Wide Ranging Relational Goodness

    The Container does a great job of diving into specific and focused elements of relational practices (and some related modalities). Amazing guests, great content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JLittauer
    United Statesa month ago
  • This podcast taught me about circling and authentic relating. The interviews are extremely interesting, helping me to become a lot more mindful in all my relationships.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    iocus
    2 years ago

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Guests consistently bring depth on relational practice and spirituality.
Positive reception of conversations blending esoteric ideas with everyday life.
Listeners value practical exercises and real-world applicability.
High-quality guest diversity with strong facilitation.
The show's discussions feel expansive yet grounded, appealing to curious, introspective listeners.

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How Spirituality, Politics, and Philosophy Shape Reality w/ C. Derick Varn
Q: What role does spirituality play in coping with trauma and organizing political action?
Spiritual practices can provide grounding and meaning, offering a non-pharmacological framework to cope with PTSD and existential stress, while also informing political action by linking personal transformation with collective healing and social change.
How Spirituality, Politics, and Philosophy Shape Reality w/ C. Derick Varn
Q: How do you connect ancient hermeneutics to modern political theory?
By showing that interpretation of texts and symbols has always mediated how communities understand reality, which in turn informs political ideologies and social practice. The discussion argues for a non-literal reading of tradition to reveal ethical and practical implications for contemporary politics.
Circling and the Occult w/ Ben Hodgson
Q: What changes would you like to see in the circling community to better integrate mystical traditions like Kabbalah and ritual magic?
Ben suggests preserving rigor and integrity while allowing soft, responsible exploration of higher paradigms, advocating for soft acknowledgment of these maps in dialogue and careful cultivation of trust and safety within circles.
Circling and the Occult w/ Ben Hodgson
Q: How have the Tree of Life and Tarot mapped onto your circling practice, and how do you use them tactically in conversations?
He explains the Tree of Life as a living, geometric map that can be meditated on to attune to various frequencies, with Tarot triggering associations that deepen circle dynamics and help verbalize non-verbal experiences.
Circling and the Occult w/ Ben Hodgson
Q: So start us out. Tell the people about your story getting into the world of circling and then the world of the occult.
Ben describes his progression from an early fascination with magic, Tarot, and Crowley to discovering Circling as a practical, relational path for exploring gnosis and communion with the divine, framing it as a catalyst for personal transformation and group integrity.

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A thoughtful, boundary-pushing show exploring how spirituality, consciousness, and deep human connection intersect with everyday life. Episodes frequently center on relational practices like circling and authentic relating, weaving in philosophy, mysticism, trauma processing, and community-building. Unique threads include a willingness to blend esoteric traditions with practical relationship work, a focus on embodied presence, and a penchant for hosting guests who fuse spirituality with social change. Notable: frequent multi-guest dialogues, hands-on exercises, and practical frameworks that listeners can try in groups or personal practice. This mix makes it appealing to enquiiring minds interested in personal growth, collaborative learning,... more

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