Behind Greatness by Inspire North
Society & Culture
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Bringing you curious minds and profound ideas. Your weekly dose of real conversations. We chat openly with industry and thought leaders from all walks of life, exploring the "what ifs" and "why nots".
Episodes
- 233. Enrico Colantoni, part 2 - Veteran Hollywood, Broadway, TV Actor/ King Napper – Nothing … and Everything
Enrico Colantoni returns to Behind Greatness to discuss belief systems, an out-of-body experience, and the dangers of tribalism. He shares thoughts on his final words and recent books that prompted self-reflection and a desire for mission…
- 232. Joe McMoneagle - Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer #001 / Author – Being Inordinately Curious
Joe McMoneagle, veteran of US Army intelligence and participant in Project Stargate, shares insights on remote viewing Mars and its civilizations, psychic phenomena research, and related topics. The episode is part 7 of a series with McMon…
- 231. Dr. Susan Plunket – Clinical Psychologist / Author – Uncrushing
In this episode of Behind Greatness, host interviews Clinical Psychologist and Author Dr. Susan Plunket for a Jungian discussion. They cover topics including dream interpretation, parenting styles, and the psyche's preparation for death th…
- 230. Dr. Rudolf Schild, continued (part 6) – Getting Over It
This episode features Dr. Rudolf Schild, an astrophysicist from Harvard with expertise in black holes. He discusses his research, the FREE foundation, John Mack's work, fossilized organisms in meteorites, his views on the alien agenda, evi…
- 229. Dr. John W. Price – Psychotherapist / Musician / Myth-Maker – Navigating the Mush
In episode 229 of Behind Greatness, Dr. John W. Price, a psychotherapist and musician, discusses death, aging, questioning myths, music, and navigating life's complexities.
- 228. Joan Riera – Anthropologist / Africanist - Opening Windows
Joan Riera, an anthropologist and owner of a travel company focused on remote destinations, shares insights on exploring diverse cultures, traditions, and the impact of global influences on tribal communities.
- 227. Robert Waggoner – Author / Speaker / Lucid Dreaming Expert - Following the Creativity
Robert Waggoner, an expert in lucid dreaming, discusses his lifelong practice and views lucid dreaming as an educational system. The conversation covers topics such as out-of-body experiences, creativity, fear, and consciousness, drawing f…
- 226. Dr. Kevin Knuth (part 2) – Physicist / Former NASA scientist – Widening the Scope (for the Bigger Picture)
Physicist and former NASA scientist Dr. Kevin Knuth returns to Behind Greatness to discuss his research, including artificial intelligence for astrophysical data analysis, quantum information, and unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). The c…
- 225. Lisa Smartt – Literary Specialist / Author / Researcher of the Unravelling - Being of Service
This episode features Lisa Smartt, author of Words at the Threshold, who shares her 7 years of research into people's last words. The conversation covers her personal experiences with dying loved ones and insights from her research, includ…
- 224. Dr. Alex Gomez-Marin – Physicist / Neuroscientist / Philosopher / Author – Always Seeking
Dr. Alex Gomez-Marin, a physicist, neuroscientist, philosopher, and author, discusses investigating the unseen and the limitations of materialism and academia. The conversation touches on consciousness, evil, ideas, and the significance of…
- 223. Philip Carr-Gomm – Druid / Psychologist / Author – Letting the Big Self In
Philip Carr-Gomm, a psychologist, psychotherapist, and author, discusses his work at the intersection of psychology and spiritualism, rooted in Druidry. Topics include trees as companions, surrendering, lucid dreaming, and the "big self."
- 222. Cameron Scott – Founder, Royal Ngala Safaris / Professional Photographer / Wild Life Guide - Awakening Your Senses
Cameron Scott, founder of Royal Ngala Safaris, shares his experiences as a professional photographer and wildlife guide. The episode covers encounters with African wildlife, including the Big 5, and personal stories about the natural world.
- 221. Abby Lutz – Death Doula / Registered Nurse - Passing It On
Abby Lutz, a nurse and death doula from Colorado, joins Behind Greatness to discuss her Death Dojo, where she explores death as a practice and a portal. The conversation covers overcoming fear through exploration, experiences with patients…
- 220. Ken Atchity – Film Producer / Author / Story Merchant / Former Uni-Prof – Embracing the Insecurity of Freedom
Dr. Ken Atchity shares his journey from a tenured professor to a film producer and author, discussing creativity, competition, and finding freedom in insecurity. The episode covers his experiences in filmmaking since 1996 and includes refl…
- 219. Ralph Blumenthal – Award-Winning Journalist / Author - In Search for the Bottom Line
Journalist and author Ralph Blumenthal discusses his career, including his reporting on the secret AATIP program and David Grusch
- 218. Joe McMoneagle - Part 6 - Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer #001 / Author – Fearing Ourselves
Joe McMoneagle, a US Army intelligence veteran involved in Project Stargate, shares insights from his career in psychic intelligence. The episode covers his youth, work at the NSA Cryptological Museum, and explorations of remote viewing, l…
- 217. Nick Cook & Dr. Rudy Schild, Part 2 – Seeing the Entanglement
In this episode of Behind Greatness, journalist Nick Cook and astrophysicist Dr. Rudy Schild continue their discussion. They cover topics such as plasmas, orbs, consciousness, Edgar Mitchell, Wernher von Braun, and Roswell.
- 216. Dr. Kevin Knuth – Physicist / Former NASA scientist - Why is There Not Nothing?
Dr. Kevin Knuth, Professor of Physics and former NASA research scientist, discusses his work on the foundations of physics, quantum information, and unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). The conversation touches on subjective experience, co…
- 215. Joe McMoneagle, Part 5 - Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer #001 / Author – Violating Time
This episode features Joe McMoneagle, a US Army intelligence veteran involved in Project Stargate. He shares details about his work as Remote Viewer No. 1, including psychic spy program experiences, remote viewing exercises on live TV, and…
- 214. Fr. Seán ÓLaoire – Former Catholic Priest / Clinical Psychologist / Author – Giving Death the Middle Finger
Fr. Seán ÓLaoire, a former Catholic priest and clinical psychologist, shares his experiences in this episode of Behind Greatness. The conversation spans his background in psychology and theology, his encounters with the Vatican, and his re…
- 213. David Salmoni – Zoologist / Big Cat Expert / Animal Presenter - Trying A Lot of What-Ifs
Dave Salmoni, a zoologist and animal expert, discusses his experiences working with big cats, including re-wilding tigers in South Africa. The episode touches on animal communication, sharing a kill with a lion, and the importance of curio…
- 212. Dr. Paco Calvo - Cognitive Scientist / Philosopher of Biology / Author – Challenging Your Expectations
Dr. Paco Calvo, a cognitive scientist and philosopher of biology, discusses his research into plant intelligence and his book, Planta Sapiens. The conversation explores plant neurobiology, the reception of his work, and the role of questio…
- 211. Dr. Rudy Schild & Nick Cook – Challenging Old Theories
In this episode of Behind Greatness, astrophysicist Dr. Rudy Schild and journalist Nick Cook discuss Schild's work on black holes and the universe's edge, connecting it to Cook's research on consciousness and shared death experiences. They…
- 210. Joe McMoneagle Part 4 - Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer #001 / Author – Being Shards of a Whole
Part 4 of a series with Joe McMoneagle, a US Army intelligence veteran known as "Remote Viewer No. 1" in Project Stargate. Topics include telepathy, a near-death experience in East Germany, consciousness, out-of-body experiences, and the f…
- 209. Dr. Jennifer "Kim" Penberthy – Clinical & Research Psychologist, University of Virginia / Author – Exploring the 'So What?'
Dr. Kim Penberthy, a clinical psychologist and researcher from the University of Virginia, shares her life experiences and research into after-death communication. The discussion explores how this research might inform more holistic approa…
- 208. Antonio Cupo – TV / Film Actor, Producer – Being Rooted
This episode features actor and producer Antonio Cupo, discussing his extensive career, including his time as a lead actor in Italy. The conversation delves into acting methodologies and broader human experiences, touching upon themes of p…
- 207. Nick Cook – Author / Journalist – Walking Between Places
Nick Cook, author and journalist, talks about topics including living in a simulation, sea monsters, shared death experiences, Edgar Mitchell's telepathy experiment, and his work with Ingo Swann. The discussion also touches on imagination,…
- 206. Dr. Salima Ikram – Egyptologist / Archeologist / Author – Co-Ruling of Felines and Humans
Dr. Salima Ikram, an Egyptologist and Archeologist, discusses her lifelong fascination with Egyptology, mummification, and the role of felines in ancient Egypt. The conversation, recorded on the opening day of the Grand Egyptian Museum, al…
- 205. Dr. Andrea Lani – Aerospace Scientist/Engineer - Keeping to an Eagle Eye View
Dr. Andrea Lani, an aerospace scientist and engineer with experience at NASA and NATO, shares his journey driven by an unexplained childhood sighting. He discusses his academic and practical scientific exploration, which led to a spiritual…
- 204. Dr. Garry Nolan & Dr. Rudy Schild – Informing Your Wonder
In this episode of Behind Greatness, Garry Nolan and Rudy Schild, both scientists and explorers, engage in a broad discussion covering the purpose of the universe, non-human intelligence, the concept of God, speciation, artificial intellig…
- 203. Marco Vigato – Archeological Explorer / Researcher / Author - Searching For Our Origins
Marco Vigato, an Italian business executive based in Mexico City and featured in Netflix's Ancient Apocalypse, shares his 15-year exploration of archaeological sites and evidence of ancient advanced civilizations. His current work includes…
- 202. Matt Rizzetta (part 2) - Founder, North Sixth Group & Club Underdog / Author – Embracing the Unpredictability
Matt Rizzetta returns to Behind Greatness to discuss the development of Club Underdog, an ecosystem of football clubs across Europe and the USA. He shares insights on his ownership of European clubs Campobasso FC and Dagenham & Redbridge,…
- 201. Lars Krutak – Tattoo Anthropologist / Photographer / Author – Breaking Bread
This episode features Lars Krutak, a tattoo anthropologist and photographer, discussing his research into ancient tattooing traditions across global indigenous communities over the past 20 years. Topics include the culture behind tattoos,…
- 200. Joe McMoneagle (part 3) – Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer # 001 / Author – Grey Ghosting
This episode continues a series with Joe McMoneagle, a US Army intelligence veteran and "Remote Viewer No. 1" from Project Stargate. Topics include intelligence collections, collaboration with a Russian remote viewer, remote viewing Mars f…
- 199. Joe McMoneagle (part 2) – Ret. US Army / Remote Viewer #001 / Author – Waiting in the Essence
This episode continues a series with Joe McMoneagle, a US Army intelligence veteran and early participant in Project Stargate. He discusses his experiences with the Monroe Institute, out-of-body experiences, lucid dreaming, and other consc…
- 198. Joe McMoneagle (part 1) – Ret. US Army / "Remote Viewer #001" / Author - Letting Go of Your Assumptions
In this episode of Behind Greatness, Joe McMoneagle, identified as "Remote Viewer #001," discusses his military career, including experiences in Vietnam and his involvement in Project Stargate, a US Army intelligence program researching ps…
- 197. Michael Cremo - The Forbidden Archeologist - Questioning Your Assumptions
Michael Cremo, author of Forbidden Archeology, joins Behind Greatness to discuss his research journey, starting from his youth and exploring his seminal work. The conversation touches on historical archaeological narratives, evidence of ex…
- 196. Dr. Rudolf Schild, continued (part 5) – Offering a Different View
Astrophysicist Dr. Rudolf Schild continues his discussion on Behind Greatness, sharing his views on the big bang theory, the concept of spawning universes, and critiques of dark matter theory. He also touches upon orbs, consciousness, and…
- 195. Dr. Rudolf Schild, continued (part 4) – Recognizing the Vast Sea of Potential
Astrophysicist Dr. Rudolf Schild, an expert on black holes since the 1960s, continues his discussion on topics including cosmic intelligence, the universe's purpose, and the limitations of mathematics. The episode also touches on the burni…
- 194. Dimitry Toukhcher – Founder, LGFG Fashion House – Existing at the Edge of Chaos
In this episode of Behind Greatness, Dimitry Toukhcher shares his life story, detailing his experiences growing up under a Communist regime, his entrepreneurial path, and founding the LGFG Fashion House. The conversation touches on themes…
- 193. Sergio Di Zio – Award-Winning TV, Film, Stage Actor / Downsview Boy – Creating Story by Letting Go of All Story
Sergio Di Zio shares his path to becoming an actor, including a pivotal moment at age 18. The episode explores his approach to creativity, overcoming shyness, and themes of destruction, creation, and love.
- 192. Dr. Rudolf Schild, continued (part 3) – Accessing Quantum Information
Astrophysicist Dr. Rudolf Schild discusses black holes, noting that the classical definition is now incorrect. He explores the quantum attribute of space, interstellar dust, and biological material in space, sharing thoughts on the "inside…
- 191. Shehnaz Soni – Rocket Scientist / NASA Aerospace Engineer / Quantum Coach / Author – Questioning the Question
Shehnaz Soni, a NASA Aerospace Engineer working on the Artemis moon mission, shares her personal story and discusses topics including quantum coaching, lunar missions, and intelligence at launches.
- 190. Dr. Chris Lowe – Marine Biologist / Director, The Shark Lab - Drilling in & Zooming Out
Dr. Chris Lowe, Director of The Shark Lab at California State University Long Beach, shares his lifelong fascination with sharks, discussing species like Great Whites and hammerheads, and the role of scientists in public education.
- 189. Dr. Jeffrey Kripal – Chair in Philosophy & Religious Thought, Rice University / Philosopher / Author - Owning Our Own Divinity
Dr. Jeffrey Kripal, Chair in Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University, joins Behind Greatness for a second discussion. They explore the Archives of the Impossible, out-of-body experiences, the cultural impact of religion, and th…
- 188. Matthew Roberts – Former US Navy Cryptologist / Experiencer / Author – Pushing the Boundaries of Human Perception
Matthew Roberts, a former US Navy Cryptologist, shares his profound personal experiences following the Gimbal and Go Fast events. His encounters with unidentified aerial phenomena shifted his perspective from atheism, leading to an explora…
- 187. Dr. Garry Nolan – Immunologist / Inventor / Founder, The SOL Foundation - Asking the Zen Question
This episode features Dr. Garry Nolan, an immunologist, inventor, and founder of The SOL Foundation. The conversation delves into his scientific approach, focusing on data and asking the "Zen question" to drive progress. Dr. Nolan also sha…
- 186. Dr. Rudolf Schild, continued (part 2) - Opening up your Mind to the Mind of the Universe
Astrophysicist Dr. Rudolf Schild discusses his research into black holes, MECOs, and dark matter. He shares insights on Edgar Mitchell's mystical space experience and explores topics of consciousness, non-human intelligence, and empathy.
- 185. Dr. Iya Whiteley – Space Psychologist / Korean Medicine Practitioner / Founder, Cosmic Baby Academy – Listening Through a Different Sense
Dr. Iya Whiteley, Director for the Centre for Space Medicine in London, shares her work as an Aviation and Space Psychologist and Korean Medicine practitioner. Her research focuses on professional intuition for pilots and astronauts, and s…
- 184. Dr. Michael Masters – Paleo-Anthropologist / Author / Musician / Painter – Wondering About the Future Us
Dr. Michael Masters, a biological anthropologist, shares his research on hominin evolution, human variation, and the UFO phenomenon. He explores the premise that UFOs could be future human descendants studying their past and discusses his…