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The Mystic Cave

Brian E Pearson
Soul
Vancouver
Margaret Wheatley
Psychedelics
Breathwork
Jesus
Anne Boleyn
Dikinis / Dakini Skywalkers
Anglican Church
Edge Of the Known World
North Vancouver
Toronto
Donald Trump
Spiritualism
Spirit River Community
Vancouver School Of Theology
Western Esoteric Traditions
Christianity
Music
Community

An exploration of the soulful terrain on the far side of conventional religion. A sanctuary for seekers.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes174Founded5 years ago
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With the reading of this chapter from my book, Talking to Trees, we close the sixth season of The Mystic Cave, even as the events described there opened up my spir... more

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The myth is that Henry VIII founded the Church of England because he wanted a divorce. The reality is that his second wife, Anne Boleyn, was using her influence wi... more

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In inner city parks and in remote forest clearings people are gathering to remember their sacred connection to the Earth. Some call it "worship;" some call it "chu... more

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Even conventional religions have their growing edges. Far from centralized beliefs and practices, the spiritual explorer needs faith more than belief. Tami Buroker... more

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Martha Tatarnic
Author of Anne Boleyn, Reputation, Revolution, Religion, and The Queen Who Changed History
Author/Scholar
Episode: Anne Boleyn: Martha Tatarnic's new book says we still need Anne, a revolutionary woman of power and influence.
Sarah Lyon
Eco-spiritual director, writer, and Wild Church animator
Wild Church
Episode: Edge Walkers: Eco-spiritual Director Sarah Lyon and the Call of the Wild
Tami Buroker
Avid Christian seeker exploring the edges of her faith
Noted as a participant in various Christian communities including Baptist, Pentecostal, Charismatic, and Mennonite traditions
Episode: An Everywhere God: Tami Buroker Explores the Edges of her Christian Faith
Devin Lebrun
Breathwork practitioner and founder of The Global Breath Network
Global Breath Network
Episode: Just Breathe: "Wandering Warrior" Devin Lebrun Finds the Calm at the Heart of Fear
Rob Pearson
Cabinet maker, sculptor, songwriter; earlier church attendee who left traditional religion
Independent musician/artist
Episode: After Church: How the Pearson Bros, Rob and Ben, Found a Spiritual Path ... Their Way
Ben Pearson
DJ and carpenter; brother to Rob, explores music as a spiritual conduit
Independent musician/artist
Episode: After Church: How the Pearson Bros, Rob and Ben, Found a Spiritual Path ... Their Way
Val Koot
Val Koot, subject of the episode, discusses her faith journey
Episode: “Queen of the Sidestep”: Valerie Koot and the Boundary of Love
Andrea Tsugawa
Student in the Indigenous Master program and MDIV candidate; exploring blended spiritual paths and ordination
Vancouver School of Theology
Episode: "God is Very Loud Around Me": Could the Future of Religion Look like Andrea Tsugawa?
Sarah Donnelly
Spiritual director; co-founder of Growing in Wisdom; director of Spirit River Community
Spirit River Community / Growing in Wisdom
Episode: A Sustaining Presence: The Reconstructed Spirituality of Sarah Donnelly

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Brian Pearson
Host of The Mystic Cave; guides conversations on spirituality, religion, and personal journeys.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • My new favorite podcast

    So enjoying these conversations! Brian has an easy going style as an interviewer and a great voice to listen to. He brings a lot of respect and curiosity and space to his interviews - they just unfold so beautifully and I’m getting so much out of them. Thank you and keep up the great work!

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High-quality discussions that explore spirituality beyond dogma.
Listeners appreciate the compassionate, thoughtful interview style.
Respectful, curious host fosters open, unrushed conversations.
Guests share personal journeys with honesty and nuance.

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“Queen of the Sidestep”: Valerie Koot and the Boundary of Love
Q: What role does spiritual direction play in your ongoing faith journey?
Val describes spiritual direction as accompaniment without giving direction, aiming to help clients recognize their own worth and live within divine love, with Zoom increasingly serving as an effective medium.
“Queen of the Sidestep”: Valerie Koot and the Boundary of Love
Q: How did your experience with 'the boundary is love' influence your actions toward others, like the young woman you supported?
She explains that embracing love as the ultimate law led to practical acts of care, including inviting the young woman into her family and walking with her through trauma, even when it challenged existing norms and required trial-and-error decisions.
“Queen of the Sidestep”: Valerie Koot and the Boundary of Love
Q: Tell me about the boundary of love and how it reframed your understanding of yourself and your faith.
Val describes a transformative image from Ignatian-style prayer where she realized all of life occurs within the boundaries of God's love, which reoriented her sense of value and freedom from needing to perform or change to be accepted.
Edge Walkers: Eco-spiritual Director Sarah Lyon and the Call of the Wild
Q: What is Edge Walker and why is it important?
Edge Walker denotes a courageous stance on the edge of tradition and experience, signaling a bold, exploratory path that helps people reconnect with nature and redefine spirituality away from center-focused institutions.
Edge Walkers: Eco-spiritual Director Sarah Lyon and the Call of the Wild
Q: How does Wild Church redefine what a 'church' is?
Wild Church is described as an ecumenical, nature-centered gathering that transposes sacred attention from traditional institutions to outdoor communities, welcoming various traditions and focusing on questions, imagination, and presence in nature.

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The show centers on personal spiritual journeys that intersect with religion, spirituality, and ecumenical practice. Conversations tend to explore how faith evolves, the role of community and ritual, and the healing potential of spirituality—often through stories that mix traditional beliefs with unconventional paths, esoteric traditions, and modern wellness practices. Noteworthy is the frequent emphasis on holistic approaches to faith, including eco-spirituality, breathwork, and interfaith dialogue, as well as candid, humanizing personal narratives from guests and the host. Potential listeners who enjoy thoughtful, introspective discussions about belief, spirituality, and how to live out faith in everyday life are likely to find it engagin... more

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1. Martha Tatarnic
2. Sarah Lyon
3. Tami Buroker
4. Devin Lebrun
5. Rob Pearson
6. Ben Pearson
7. Val Koot
8. Andrea Tsugawa

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