
Mormons on Mushrooms
Exploring higher consciousness while healing from toxic religious shame.
Episodes
225 episodes
Sinners (#208)
In this live episode, we dive into the hit film Sinners, exploring its themes of soul, art and the commercialization of creativity. Seth joins us midway and things heat up as we dissect the love-and-light vampires, the Dionysian river-...
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1:20:11

Masculinity (#207)
Shownotes compliments of our Chat-GPT girlfriends:In this fully sober, totally not drug-sponsored episode, Mike and Doug return to their roots — and by roots, we mean deep dives into Real Salt Lake fandom, the mystery of beef ta...
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1:09:21

Dripping Juicy Mangoes (#206)
This one starts with dried mangoes and somehow ends in existential reflection, language taboos, parenting, solo bathtime rituals, busted toilets, and Alanis Morissette. Naturally.Mike turns 45 and reflects on everything that's changed ov...
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1:06:33

Weaving A New Myth (#205)
In this episode, Mike and Doug catch up after a few eventful weeks and share stories that blur the line between the ordinary and the liminal. What starts as a conversation about group chats, notifications, and sound checks opens up into somethi...
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1:04:05

Heyyy Girl, You Up? (#204)
What happens when you start treating AI less like a tool and more like a… conversation partner? A muse? A trickster? Maybe even a late-night texting buddy?In this episode, we dive into the weird and fascinating ways AI has been showing u...
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Hallelujah (#203)
Mike and Doug reflect on a milestone weekend that was both deeply creative and profoundly emotional. They dive into the experience of recording their first official song in a studio—a song that Doug wrote for his mother—and explore the healing ...
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1:01:49

The Old Gods Are Calling (#202)
Mike and Doug dive into the Ten Commandments, Moses’ wild ride through the desert, and how biblical stories can be read symbolically rather than literally. They explore the connections between Christianity and pagan traditions, the gods of thei...
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1:01:17

The Most Satisfying Experience of Being Alive w/ Kelli & Seth (#201)
In this special episode, Kelli and Seth take over Mormons on Mushrooms to explore the power of imagination, somatic practices, and the creative process. If you've ever felt stuck creatively or disconnected from your body’s wisdom, this...
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1:06:46

Here's To 200 More! (#200)
🎉 200 EPISODES! 🎉 Can you believe it? We've been doing this for almost five years, and in this milestone episode, Mike and Doug take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reflecting on the journey of Mormons on Mushrooms—the highli...
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Dream Bigger: Imagination, Creativity and Dragons w/ Seth (#199)
Episode Summary: Seth returns and is joined by Mike for a deep dive into imagination, creativity, and the transformative power of channeling. Together, they explore active imagination, engaging with the imaginal realm, and Seth's journey...
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1:13:46

We Were Always Tree People (#198)
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Maybe It’s My Nosferatu Era (#197)
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55:20

Our Best of 2024 (#196)
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1:26:42

Let's Get Canceled (#195)
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1:02:16

I Think I'll Try Defying Gravity: Substances and Letting Go (#194)
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1:07:45

Heretic - Movie Breakdown (#193)
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1:16:39

We Need a Safe Word with the Universe (#192)
Mike and Doug dive into a candid conversation exploring themes of chaos, music, and the rising feminine energy in today’s world as well as the wild dance of the human experience, holding space for both the serious and the playful.High...
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Tonight I'm a Bitch Babe (#191)
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Mike and Doug dive deep into the emotional whirlwind of the recent election results, expressing their frustrations, disappointments, and hopes for the future. They navigate complex topics like voter turnout, ...
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Air Travel Elitists (#190)
Mike and Doug catch up after a break, covering everything from luggage durability tests to the strange world of TikTok rabbit holes. They dive into echo chambers, politics leading up to the election, and the odd realities of air travel.
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1:11:35

The Earth is Sexy: Eros, Allurement, and Longing w/ Ann Amberg (#189)
Mike is joined by Ann Amberg, M.C.S., M.A., depth psychology & ecopsychological scholar, and visionary guide, to explore how reconnecting with the Earth and its archetypal forces can transform our relationship with ourselves and the world a...
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1:29:31

Deconstructing Mormonism: Spiritual Bypassing w/ Stephanie and Kelli (#188)
This episode is also available on YouTubeMike is joined by Stephanie Brinkerhoff and Kelli Christine for a heartfelt and insightful discussion about their personal journeys ...
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You Can't Force the Night (#187)
Mike and Doug dive deep into the daily struggle of self-perception—are you a badass Samurai Warrior or... a Horny Santa Claus? Mike shares how his recent beach trip involved a self-baptism (because, why not?) and Doug introduces the golden rule...
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Here's To The Mess We Make (#186)
Mike and Doug delve into deep reflections about self-love, body positivity, and the shame associated with personal pleasures rooted in their religious upbringing. The duo humorously tackles their experiences with masturbation, cultural guilt, a...
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